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KALA This Week: October 12, 2026

In this edition of KALA This Week, SAU Dance Marathon puts their best foot forward for their Fall Push Week, the SAU Library looks back at 30 years of student service, and students go green at the annual Sustainability Fest.

SAU Weekly: October 9, 2026

On this edition of SAU Weekly, our Dance Marathon chapter puts its best foot forward, the Sustainability Fest encourages students to go green and we look back at 30 years of our campus library.

NAIA Considers Fifth Season for Student Athletes

SAU Weekly's CJ Boone explains the proposal to grant student athletes in the NAIA an additional fifth season of competition.

SAU Weekly: October 2, 2026

It's a busy homecoming week on campus! We also look ahead to Dance Marathon's Push Week and discuss a major change that could be coming to the NAIA.

Inside SAU Athletics: Football

Hear from Head Coach Vince Fillipp and Defensive Lineman Oscar Aranday-Sierra as they discuss the season and what to expect in Heart Conference play.

Inside SAU Athletics: Women’s Volleyball

Hot off their win against Culver Stockton, SAU Women's Volleyball recaps their season so far!

Protecting the Players: St. Ambrose Football Responds to CTE Concerns

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.

Women’s Wrestling Ready to Hit the Mats

SAU Weekly's Jess Vargas catches up with head women's wrestling coach Carley Rusk and a local recruit ahead of their inaugural season.

Athletic Recruitment Challenges Among High School Program Shutdowns 

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.

Ice Fever: SAU Fans Rally for Stanley Cup Playoffs

The 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs are bringing playoff energy to the Quad Cities, where hockey fans continue to fuel the region’s growing love for the game.