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Class Notes received from Aug. 23-Sept. 29, 2017.
'Madwoman of Chaillot' on stage Oct. 13-22
Augustana College will present the comedic fable "The Madwoman of Chaillot," at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 13, 14, 20, 21; and at 1:30 p.m. on Oct. 15, 22.
Christmas at Augustana and WQAD livestream
The holiday celebration at Augustana included two performances of Christmas at Augustana Dec. 2. The 2 p.m. performance was livestreamed at WQAD.com.
Q & A with Dr. Jason Mahn on the relevance of the Reformation
Dr. Jason Mahn, associate professor of religion and director of Augustana’s new Presidential Center for Faith and Learning, speaks on the importance of the Lutheran Reformation to people today—and especially students.
Relevant Reformation: Celebrating 500 years
Augustana will celebrate the 500th anniversary of the Lutheran Reformation with events throughout the fall and winter.
Dr. David Krueger to discuss the American Rune Stone
Augustana College welcomes author Dr. David Krueger to its campus to discuss topics from his book, “American Rune Stone – Monument, Memorial and Myth.”
Willaert excited to lead wrestling student-athletes
Meet Tony Willaert, the new Terry & Sandy Shockley Endowed Wrestling Coach. Willaert becomes the 15th wresting head coach at Augustana College.
What’s a “pseudoconcert” and how can I attend/participate?
Dr. Rob Elfine explains in this video.
Scoring a career goal
Patrick Conniff '17 coached a third division professional soccer club in the African nation of Ghana while using his Augie Choice grant ($2,000 given to every student to support study abroad, research or an internship).
A poet is on her way
An interview with Alyssa Froehling ’17: poet, prize-winner and proofreader (for now)
'Myths of the Rune Stone' author to speak
The O. Fritiof Ander Lecture in Immigration History will be presented Oct. 7 by Dr. David Krueger, author of "Myths of the Rune Stone: Viking Martyrs and the Birthplace of America."
Frieze Lectures look at Reformation starting Oct. 24
The Frieze Lecture Series is a 20-year partnership between the Rock Island Public Library and Augustana College. This year's theme is the legacy of the Reformation in this its 500th anniversary year.
‘Amelia Earhart’ aims to thrill young audiences
Augustana’s annual children's show, “Amelia Earhart,” offers young theatre-goers an exciting story and a lot of history Sept. 23-24.
