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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!

Carina Martinez
More Than I Imagined Carina Martinez
“All of the experiences Augie has provided me have shaped who I am in the best way.”
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Jack McCurdy
More Than I Imagined Jack McCurdy
“I quickly realized how special this place is.”
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Rachel Nandelenga
More Than I Imagined Rachel Nandelenga
“The person I have grown into would not have come to be without Augie.”
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Luis Navarrete
More Than I Imagined Luis Navarrete
“I was surprised by the many ways you can be involved on campus and how much you can grow through those involvements.”
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Blake Oliver
More Than I Imagined Blake Oliver
“Augustana has prepared me well to enter the workforce, but the people will always have a special place in my heart.”
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Celeaciya Olvera
More Than I Imagined Celeaciya Olvera
“To say I am graduating from a college that has given me so much is truly a surreal feeling.”
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Makayla Palm
More Than I Imagined Makayla Palm
“I will miss the familiarity of the geology department and the collaborative learning environment I have experienced.”
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Roger Pavey
More Than I Imagined Roger Pavey Jr.
“I truly do not think I could have had an experience elsewhere in the way I did here.”
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Laurence Pavlik
More Than I Imagined Laurence Pavlik
“Finding the Classics department has truly shaped my future.”
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Samuel Rabideau
More Than I Imagined Samuel Rabideau
“I'm very proud of the work that I've done while here at Augie.”
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Ellie Reckamp
More Than I Imagined Ellie Reckamp
“While Augie is a small school, it lacks nothing in extracurriculars as compared to big schools.”
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Mia Reese
More Than I Imagined Mia Reese
“I am way ahead of where I thought I'd be when I first came to campus.”
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Kierstyn Rogers
More Than I Imagined Kierstyn Rogers
“I truly feel confident in my ability to achieve my goals and be successful.”
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Fernanda Rubi
More Than I Imagined Fernanda Rubi
“I never imagined I would have the chance to conduct research in Europe without worrying about the financial burden.”
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Cavit Schempp
More Than I Imagined Cavit Schempp
“I am surprised by just how much I learned while here.”
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Riley Scrivner
More Than I Imagined Riley Scrivner
“Something that surprised me is how quickly Augustana felt like home.”
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Jared Slusher
More Than I Imagined Jared Slusher
“I believe Augie has something to offer everybody, and the faculty want to see you succeed and thrive.”
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Jaren Smith
More Than I Imagined Jaren Smith
“I felt welcomed from the moment I stepped on campus.”
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Abriana Tereza
More Than I Imagined Abriana Tereza
“There are so many people here who want to see you succeed.”
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Alex Tosetti
More Than I Imagined Alexander Tosetti
“Another peak experience was finally getting to sign the dotted line for a full-time offer to start my career.”
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Jalane Tsague
More Than I Imagined Jalane Tsague
“I have a clearer vision of what I want to achieve for myself, thanks to my time here.”
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Delaney Walsh
More Than I Imagined Delaney Walsh
“What surprised me about Augustana is how close the students are with each other.”
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Kara West
More Than I Imagined Kara West
“With the financial aid I was offered, Augie felt like the obvious choice!”
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Grey White
More Than I Imagined Grey White
“I will miss the close-knit atmosphere that Augie and Augustana theatre have to offer.”
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