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September 27, 2026
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SAU Weekly's Devyn George explains the changes associated with your Bee Card and how the new policy will affect more public-facing campus buildings.
For SAU students, voting takes more than choosing a candidate. From navigating absentee ballots and residency requirements to finding time to travel home, students share the challenges of making their voices heard this Election Day.
On this edition of SAU Weekly, reaction to the university's updated building access policy. Plus, meet the senior whose literary work is getting national attention. In sports, Head Men's Basketball Coach Ray Shovlain announces his retirement and the university breaks ground on a new baseball facility.
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St. Ambrose and Mount Mercy students and faculty are adjusting to the realities of the universities’ merger, from shared classes and technology changes to concerns about Mount Mercy’s identity. While some see expanded programs and resources ahead, others are still waiting for answers as the transition continues.
As concerns about CTE and head injuries continue, St. Ambrose football is emphasizing helmet safety, concussion education and Guardian Caps during practice. The program’s approach includes properly fitted equipment, safety testing and teaching players how to reduce unnecessary head contact on the field.
In the first installment of his four-part series AI at Ambrose, George Coin examines how St. Ambrose students are using artificial intelligence in their academic work—and where they draw the line between using AI as a helpful learning tool and using it in ways that could be considered cheating.
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As concerns about CTE and head injuries continue, St. Ambrose football is emphasizing helmet safety, concussion education and Guardian Caps during practice. The program’s approach includes properly fitted equipment, safety testing and teaching players how to reduce unnecessary head contact on the field.
St. Ambrose University defeated Augustana College 4-1 in the annual Battle for the River on May 2, earning SAU Esports its fourth straight victory in the rivalry.
Participation in high school sports has rapidly declined over the years. Learn how SAU's football team has dealt with this issue in recruiting college athletes.
SAU sophomore, Tyler Close, won both individual and team bowling championships this past year, and is know reflecting on the amazing season he has had.
SAU won its first national championship in men’s bowling in Green Bay, claiming both the team title over Mount Mercy and the singles title with Tyler Close, as players reflected on the challenge of the season and looked ahead to building on their success.
At 23, Delaney Walsh navigates graduate school, coaching, and a lifelong love of sports while adapting to life with Stargardt’s disease and a sudden loss of central vision.
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The Cornell 7 case has SAU students discussing consent, campus safety and accountability. Students share their concerns about supporting survivors, recognizing when someone cannot consent and stepping in when a friend’s behavior puts others at risk.
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SAU Weekly's Devyn George explains the changes associated with your Bee Card and how the new policy will affect more public-facing campus buildings.
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On KALA This Week, changes to how you access campus buildings, a student's literary work gets national attention, and who to expect out of this week's registration process. In sports, the Fighting Bees prepare to say goodbye to a beloved coach and SAU Baseball will soon have a new home at the St. Vincent's Athletic Complex.
