More Than I Imagined

“The whole Augie experience has been one of self-discovery.”

“Do your own thing.”

“The liberal arts education I’ve received at Augie has given me not only factual knowledge, but also more insight about myself and the world around me.”

“I have learned that taking chances is a must in life.”

“These past four years have helped me learn that it is important to try something new, even when I was worried it would be quite challenging.”

“I would not be where I am today without the support and encouragement of my advisors and professors.”

“I learned that if I go confidently in the direction of my dreams and endeavor to live the life I imagine, I will meet with unexpected success.”

“Augustana has a wealth of resources, which I hope all students take advantage of.”

“My experiences at Augie have exceeded all of my expectations and then some.”

“I am so happy with the version of myself that has been shaped by the experiences I have had and the people I've met at Augustana.”

“I am moving in the direction that I hoped I would, and that is all because of my time at Augustana.”

“The staff at Augustana does not stop at any length to help you grow as a person.”

“The funny thing about Augie is that everyone here seems to be collectively trying their hardest to push you forward.”

“I found a talent in the fine arts that I had no idea I had.”

“I have had more than my share of inspirational professors at Augustana.”

“My four years at Augustana have shaped me into the person I am today.”

“I've learned through the years that I have the determination, intelligence and passion to make a difference, no matter how small it may seem.”

“I have learned that if I work hard enough at something I can eventually understand it.”

“Over the past four years I have grown in immeasurable ways. ”

“Each class I took at Augustana helped guide me to my ultimate career choice and dream.”

“I used my Augie Choice to travel to Greece with the Classics and the art history departments.”

“I’ve surprisingly come to love the feeling of “stretching my brain,” and I hope to continue this stretching throughout my life.”

“I am at a much better place than I thought I would be four years ago.”

“Like many young adults, I thought I knew exactly what I wanted to do, but I have come to find that every new experience inspires me to make a difference.”