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SAU Weekly: April 19, 2024

In this edition of SAU Weekly, how our Chamber Singers partnered with Augustana’s music program all for the love of music. Our Office of Residence Life rolls out a new questionnaire to select roommates. SAU’s HerCampus chapter won a March Madness bracket of their very own. Plus, how one simple gift turned into an office […]

Pinwheels Planted at SAU’s Children’s Campus

SAU Weekly’s Anne Krull takes us to SAU’s Children’s Campus to showcase what makes these pinwheels significant.

Farewell, Father Ross

SAU Weekly’s Miranda Richards sits down with university chaplain Fr. Ross Epping to reflect on his time at SAU before his departure in July.

What’s the Buzz?: SGA Elections with President Slade Dias

SAU Weekly’s Cole Negen sits down with current SGA President Slade Dias to discuss what you can expect leading up to SGA’s Election Day on Thursday, April 11.

Social Justice Conference Brings New Perspectives

SAU Weekly’s Malu Coelho takes you to the 26th annual Social Justice Conference hosted by SAU’s School of Social Work. Its afternoon session was highlighted by a reentry simulation to demonstrate the challenges faced by those who have been recently incarcerated.

SAU Weekly: April 5, 2024

On this new edition of SAU Weekly, our School of Social Work finds new perspectives at their 26th annual Social Justice Conference. Plus, campaigns for SAU’s Student Government Association are currently underway. What you need to know ahead of election day next Thursday. And in sports… our Cheer and Dance teams make history yet again […]

Ward Takes on NFL Pro Day

SAU wide receiver Yemi Ward talks about his experience trying out at Pro Day hosted by Northwestern University.

What’s the Buzz: President Amy Novak Talks Higgins Hall

In “What’s the Buzz,” Miranda Richards sits down with SAU President Dr. Amy Novak to discuss her vision for the Higgins Hall of Innovation and Human-Centered Design.

Meet Tom Higgins ’67

SAU Weekly’s Luke Vera introduces you to Tom Higgins, whose generous donations made the Higgins Hall project possible. Higgins graduated in 1967 and currently sits on the Board of Trustees.

A History of Higgins Hall

SAU Weekly’s Miranda Richards takes you back in time for a look at what was once Leclaire Hall. It featured a gymnasium and indoor track, and the first indoor, underground swimming pool west of the Mississippi River. Elements of these can still be seen within the newly-renovated Higgins Hall of Innovation and Human-Centered Design.