Author - Summer Pandey

Before moving to the Midwest, “winter” was no more than a word for light cold breezes and hoodies, a season I imagined as a minor inconvenience and an opportunity to buy new and trendy clothes. But the Midwest has its own version of winter, one that is beautiful and brutal all at once, and if you’re lucky enough, you might even incur the wrath of its mood changes.

The holiday season is in full swing!

From the joyful sounds of Christmas at Augustana to cherished campus traditions, this time of year is full of magic and memories. Here are a few of our favorites:

The longing to see the familiar sights of home, to feel the warmth of loved ones and to be surrounded by family is a feeling all too familiar to me as an international student. Although I am more than 5,000 miles away from home, for the time being, I have found a cozy place to call home.