Recent graduate outcomes

“Augustana allows you to take chances on something you would not have necessarily done on your own.”

“Never did I think that I would be comfortable speaking and teaching people in the way I am now.”

“I was surprised at how many opportunities and various organizations you can be a part of. ”

“Every professor in both the psychology and communication studies departments care so much about every student and are so willing to help, it creates an amazing support system to do whatever you put your mind to.”

“Through different classes I took and interacting with people throughout the school, I have come to a place where I feel very comfortable right now.”

“I am braver than I thought.”

“I have so much more self-confidence and faith in myself since I have been at Augie, and it has truly shaped much of my personal and professional life. ”

“I learned that I am much more of a leader than I ever thought I was.”

“Whether it's challenging myself to be less reserved or facing challenges in the classroom or in clubs, I've learned from each experience and am grateful for it.”

“I learned that even the small things that I do can make a big difference and mean so much.”

“Augustana is smaller than my high school, but I learned that because it is smaller I had the opportunity to do more things and get to know more people and my professors.”

“My advisor, Dr. Jason Koontz, has done so much to help me prepare for dental school.”

“Dr. Clauss made math compelling and made me hungry to learn more.”

“Pushing myself out of my comfort zone gave me numerous opportunities to take leadership positions and help me make friends I will never forget.”

“I’ve learned that you can accomplish anything as long as you are determined to do so.”

“I grew tremendously in regards to taking my education into my own hands and making the most of it.”

“I learned the value of a well-rounded education and communication skills.”

“The euphoric rush that the choir experienced each concert, night after night, was indescribable.”

“I learned that challenges are where I excel best.”

“I discovered that I am capable of achieving much more than I could have ever imagined four years ago.”

“Augustana has far exceeded my expectations, and I will be glad to call Augie my alma mater!”

“Although the end goal is what I anticipated, my journey to get there was far from what I expected.”

“My time at Augie has kept me hungry to learn and remain open-minded while also maturing my commitment to the things I love.”

“I never thought I could graduate cum laude with two tough majors with zero overlapping classes.”