Recent graduate outcomes
99.5% of the surveyed Augustana Class of 2024 said they were employed, in graduate school, or continuing experiential learning during a gap year within six months of graduation.
Data was collected from students who graduated from Augustana College in Summer 2023, Fall 2023 and Spring 2024. Data was collected through a collaboration between the Offices of Institutional Research and Career Development, and compiled by Laura Kestner-Ricketts, executive director of career development and vocation, March 2025.
2013 grad named top tech educator in Illinois
The Illinois Digital Educators Alliance has named Alex Mayszak ’13 the Tech Leader Educator of the Year. The state award honors teachers making outstanding contributions to integrating technology in their school district.
They trusted him with their stories
The Chicago Journalism Association awarded Curtis Lawrence '80 with a Lifetime Achievement Award in honor of his 44-year career as a newspaper reporter. In this profile, Lawrence talks about the Augustana professors who mentored him, and more.
TIME magazine recognizes 2006 grad's invention
TIME magazine has selected Dr. Jenn Hintzsche’s at-home insemination kit as one of the Best Inventions of 2024. Her product, called the PherDal Kit, received FDA clearance in December 2023, and in February became the only sterile at-home insemination kit available in the United States.
Adam '13 becomes first woman named to the U.S. Paralympic Wheelchair Rugby Team
The U.S. wheelchair rugby team finished with a silver medal in the 2024 Paralympic Games, losing only to Japan during the week's matches. Sarah Adam '13 was a top scorer for the team, netting 14 points.
Elliott '20 brings home Webby Awards for NASA
Christian Elliott '20 recently traveled to New York City for the 28th annual Webby Awards to accept honors for "Suiting up for Space," the April 2023 episode he wrote and produced as an intern for the podcast "NASA's Curious Universe."
How to start a dream job right after (or before) graduating from Augustana
Three 2024 grads show what can happen with curiosity, internships, good challenges and support from their Augustana success team.
Castro ’21 positioned to ‘help be the change in the Illinois Quad Cities’
A project led by Ben Castro ’21 to better understand uneven food access and food insecurities within QC MetroLINK’s service area placed fourth in a national competition. The project is tied to Castro's Senior Inquiry for his geography major.
’16 grad combats newborn mortality in rural Kenya
By developing curriculum to teach neonatal resuscitation protocol to medical practitioners in Mutomo, Kenya, Dr. Alyssa Nelson ’16 Motzel was determined to not only teach her peers, but also help them continue to train others.
“I have shocked myself in my accomplishments within the last four years, and I have learned that my potential and abilities far surpass what I ever anticipated for myself.”Read More
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“I learned that I will achieve nothing if I don’t put in 110% in effort.”Read More
“My biggest accomplishments were possible because of my determination to step out of my comfort zone, take risks and reap the rewarding experience.”Read More
“My Augie experience has given me a confidence that I didn’t always have. ”Read More
“Everyone around me just did a little something that got me where I am now.”Read More
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“"I loved the student/faculty ratio, so I knew I wouldn’t be just another student in my classes. "”Read More
“Dr. Delaney not only became by advisor but also my life coach, and I am very thankful for that.”Read More
“The one constant I have had at Augustana is endless opportunities to push myself to new academic, athletic and personal experiences.”Read More
“I have been extremely fortunate in having so many mentors and role models over the past four years: professors, employers, staff members.”Read More
“All my teachers and coaches that I have had in the past four years have taught me to never settle and always work to the best of my abilities.”Read More
“I had no idea where I was going to be at this point in my life. Looking back, though, I’m happy with what I’ve accomplished.”Read More
“I’ve discovered who I am, what I stand for, what I love, and how to be the best version of myself that I can.”Read More
“I learned that I’m a way more independent person than I thought.”Read More
“I was surprised to find out how independent I could be both in my living situation and academically.”Read More
“I’ve made so many new friends, and I will miss them so much when I graduate.”Read More
“I realized that I do actually have the ability to effectively lead, network and market.”Read More
“Augustana’s education department has played a vital role in my development as an individual and as an educator.”Read More
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“I learned that I am very capable of making it through trying situations as long as I recognize when I need to reach out for help.”Read More
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