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Positivity is great… except when it’s toxic

Taylor Roth April 20, 2024

Acting positive all the time can make a person seem more likeable, but forced positivity can do more harm than good. Expressing positivity isn’t and shouldn’t be seen as a bad thing. However, when...

Religious Freedom Restoration: A new name for discrimination

Charlie Roiland and Taylor Roth March 23, 2024

Iowa is notorious for introducing legislation that restricts the rights of already marginalized populations while benefiting the dominant people in society. The Religious Freedom Restoration Act is no...

Injured? Hope it’s not the weekend!

Injured? Hope it’s not the weekend!

Taylor Roth March 16, 2024

Life is unpredictable: going for a walk may seem like a casual, normal outing, but it may result in a sprained ankle if not careful. Now, if you have a doctor and good health insurance then there is no...

Menu mayhem: Navigating campus’ nutritional needs

Menu mayhem: Navigating campus’ nutritional needs

Taylor Roth March 9, 2024

Attending college can be daunting for some students, along with the classes and other groups they participate in, but one of the things they don’t usually need to worry about as much is where they can...

Big Brother meets artificial intelligence

Taylor Roth March 2, 2024

Progress through technology has greatly improved since the time of Pong and Pac-Man, evolving with every technological boom. But there is concern over its jurisdiction and how powerful it can be. Certain...

To pledge or not to pledge, that is the question

Taylor Roth February 24, 2024

Greek Life is one of the many clubs and organizations that Augustana students can join. Joining a Greek group can be fun, help students meet new people and present leadership opportunities. However, pledging,...

Not enough winter salt at Augustana… Better not fall!

Not enough winter salt at Augustana… Better not fall!

Taylor Roth December 9, 2023

As colder weather envelopes us in its harsh temperatures, Augustana students have another hurdle to cross as they walk to class: slipping on unsalted ice.  With winter approaching faster than we can...

Who are you again? Oh, the guest speaker

Taylor Roth November 25, 2023

Going to class day-to-day is part of the college experience, with the usual tests and quizzes popping up out of the blue and the rare chances professors let students out of class early. However, on the...

Be our guest! But not during winter break

Taylor Roth November 18, 2023

As the first half of the fall semester reaches its climax, students are more than ready to leave campus and celebrate the holidays surrounded by loved ones and good food.  However, a chunk of students...

To take gen-eds, or to not take gen-eds?

To take gen-eds, or to not take gen-eds?

Taylor Roth November 11, 2023

Having the chance to attend college and receive a higher education is an amazing opportunity and privilege. Still, students have to take general education courses (gen-eds), also known as “perspectives”...

Augustana should offer more service opportunities outside campus

Taylor Roth October 28, 2023

Augustana offers many opportunities for students to become involved in and to help the campus community. However, when it comes to volunteer work and service in the surrounding community, Augustana should...

Calculating the value of a Viking Score

Calculating the value of a Viking Score

Taylor Roth October 21, 2023

Augustana offers its students many clubs and student-run organizations, from Greek life to book clubs. But when it comes to being graduation ready, for a career or furthering your education, Augustana...

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