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Senior Norika Maeda wears a Kimono at the International Street Fest at Lindberg Center on April 26, 2024. Maeda provides calligraphy for attendees as part of her table.

International Street Fest: An opportunity to bond with different cultures

Fatima Martinez Gallegos May 3, 2024

Flags from all over the world hung from the ceilings of Lindberg, waving as dancers twirled around a big circular crowd, emphasizing foot movements which were adorned with little bells during Augustana’s...

Augustana College students celebrate Holi, hosted by the Global Engagement Team, at Upper Quad on April 19.

Dancing in color: Students celebrate Holi

Fatima Martinez Gallegos April 26, 2024

Holi is an ancient celebration that dates back to the fourth century and is often accompanied by diverse mythical stories. However, at a universal level, Holi is a celebration of love, friendship and the...

Eid: A celebration of unity and breaking the fast

Fatima Martinez Gallegos April 19, 2024

The warmth of the sun peeked through the clouds of a vibrant blue sky on Apr. 10. Muslim students and students from a variety of different backgrounds could be spotted all throughout the bright green gardens...

Junior Maggie Meyers performs at the Webster Vocal Competition in Wallenberg on Mar 9.

2024 Webster Vocal Competition keeps Steven Webster’s voice alive

Fatima Martinez Gallegos March 15, 2024

On Saturday, March 9, Augustana student vocalists dressed in formal attire filled rows of seats, sandwiched in between families and friends who were eager to watch them perform. For many students, this...

NAMI grief writing creates art in a time of dark

Rae Barry and Fatima Martinez Gallegos March 8, 2024

Every Monday night at 5:30 p.m., students huddle together in Hanson room 128 to write. But instead of completing assignments or editing papers, the members of Augustana’s National Alliance on Mental...

Eating disorder awareness month: Embracing body positivity

Fatima Martinez Gallegos March 1, 2024

Bright pink fliers promoting the film “Embrace” were scattered throughout the Brew inviting people to attend the Gävle rooms on Saturday, Feb. 24. Sponsored by couseling services and Davenport’s...

Senior Grey White, director of “Private Lives,” works on auditions in the Black Box Theatre on Feb 15.

Private Lives: A passion project behind the scenes

Fatima Martinez Gallegos February 23, 2024

As the moon made its appearance in the dark sky above the quad on Feb. 13, many students were heading to their dorms in hopes of ending their evening. But some passionate theater students were sitting...

Dance Company members perform their 2023 Fall showcase, Feel The Power,on Dec. 2. in Brunner Theater.

Augustana Dance Company: The power of confidence

Fatima Martinez Gallegos December 8, 2023

On Saturday, Dec. 2, families and friends gathered together at Brunner’s main theater to watch Augustana’s Dance Company’s performance, “Feel the Power.” The seats were filled and the energy...

Sophomore Sushmita Adhikari and First-Year Chau Tran shop for groceries for the upcoming Cultural Cooking Workshop on Nov. 15 at Jasper Mart.

Cultural market excursions offer off-campus cuisines

Fatima Martinez Gallegos November 24, 2023

As the sun shined its last rays of warmth down on the lower quad, students from all different backgrounds made their way up through the stairs of the Gerber where they stood outside waiting for their ride....

Augustana explores diversity in literature with Dilruba Z. Ara

Fatima Martinez Gallegos November 10, 2023

Books can be transformative and empowering for students. On Nov. 3, Dilruba Z. Ara, an author born in Bangladesh who is currently living in Sweden, visited Augustana College. During her visit, she shared...

Heavy Steppas’ members practice with the chairs and bouncing balls at the Carriage House.

The Heavy Steppas create beat on campus

Fatima Martinez Gallegos October 27, 2023

The Heavy Steppas is a dancing organization that creates community and diversity by welcoming students from different backgrounds to create choreographies that celebrate African culture. The choreographies...

Baritone Vocalist and Concert Moderator Master Gunnery Sergeant Kevin Bennear of Keyser performs at “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band Concert at Centennial Hall on Oct. 13.

“The President’s Own” marches into the QC

Fatima Martinez Gallegos October 20, 2023

On Friday, Oct.13, “The President's Own” United States Marine Corps Band lined the stage of Augustana with their instruments and bright red uniforms, as students and members of the community gathered...

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