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More Than I Imagined

Seniors reflect on their time at Augustana

Every spring faculty are asked to nominate a senior who has taken advantage of the opportunities Augustana offers in academics, research, study away, athletics, the arts and more.

The seniors answer a series of questions to describe their transformative Augustana experience and show what can happen in four years.

Simply choose the grad year and area of study you're interested in to read their reflections!

Makaia Decker
More Than I Imagined Makaia Decker
“I never thought I would be a leader in student groups or become so involved with my departments.”
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Brianna Ebenroth
More Than I Imagined Brianna Ebenroth
“Augustana and the Quad Cities have become my home.”
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Lucas Fahnoe
More Than I Imagined Lucas Fahnoe
“I'll forever appreciate the passion of the philosophy department.”
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John Flannery
More Than I Imagined John Flannery
“I'm graduating with a path to my future, and friends I'll keep my whole life!”
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Molly Garrison
More Than I Imagined Molly Garrison
“I will miss the campus community the most, and more specifically, the engineering physics community.”
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Carson Ghys
More Than I Imagined Carson Ghys
“Being a part of the engineering physics program is something I will truly miss.”
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Amanda Gravelle
More Than I Imagined Amanda Gravelle
“I've loved living in a walkable community, surrounded by people with similar values but differing perspectives.”
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Abby Holtan
More Than I Imagined Abigail Holtan
“I honestly am so grateful for everything that I've been able to do.”
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Zack Horve
More Than I Imagined Zack Horve
“I will miss my friends in the DONs and fall colors on campus.”
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Jack Hughes
More Than I Imagined Jack Hughes
“Augustana has millions of amazing tools that can help you succeed.”
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Gage Humphries
More Than I Imagined Gage Humphreys
“My internship at Deloitte and traveling to Chicago and Texas for training were my peak experiences.”
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Jon Hutton
More Than I Imagined Jon Hutton
“I chose Augustana because it was close to home.”
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Linnea Johansen
More Than I Imagined Linnea Johansen
“I will miss the people who made Augie feel like home.”
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Hannah Johnson
More Than I Imagined Hannah Johnson
“I was surprised by how invested faculty are in your well-being.”
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Madeline Kusar
More Than I Imagined Madeline Kusar
“For a relatively small school, Augie has no shortage of opportunities to broaden your worldview.”
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Narita Lambert
More Than I Imagined Narita Lambert
“I chose Augustana for its strong biology program, and to continue competing in athletics.”
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Addy Larson
More Than I Imagined Addison Larson
“The Augie support system is truly amazing!”
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Joonsoo Lee
More Than I Imagined Joonsoo Lee
“I want to give a special shoutout to Dr. Stonedahl for his dedication in his teaching.”
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Phuong Lu
More Than I Imagined Phuong Lu
“I also appreciate the diversity at Augustana, where I've made friends from different parts of the world.”
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Alyssa Macias
More Than I Imagined Alyssa Macias
“The growth that I achieved is all thanks to Augie's education, professors and extracurriculars.”
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Americus Mahatshahi
More Than I Imagined Americus Mahatshahi
“Augustana gave me a sense of belonging.”
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Savonia Mahr-Threw
More Than I Imagined Savonia Mahr-Threw
“Augie may be small, but that opens up opportunities for more voices to be heard.”
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Megan Markiewicz
More Than I Imagined Megan Markiewicz
“All my professors have believed in me and guided me with great knowledge and care.”
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Emily Martin
More Than I Imagined Emily Martin
“Now I have goals and know how to get there.”
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