More Than I Imagined

“The classes I have taken and the challenges I have faced at Augustana have helped me gain the confidence to articulate my ideas.”

“I am poised to be a professional lifelong learner.”

“I’ve learned that if I want to make an accomplishment or do something memorable I need to step out of my comfort zone. ”

“I have learned the importance of hard work and determination.”

“I love the Quad Cities, and I will have a lot of trouble leaving.”

“My advisor, Dr. Bengtson, helped me a lot by encouraging me to take the classes that I was interested in, but also by nudging me into the upper-level math classes early on.”

“I have an incredible support system of family and friends from home and at Augie who have always encouraged me in everything I do and have always been there for me.”

“Even though doing something might be scary, I learned that by following through with your ideas and actually doing it, you will be amazed by the results.”

“I learned to be opened to any to decision or idea. Close-mindedness leaves little room for creativity and inspiration.”

“I don’t see my years at Augustana as an expense, but an investment in myself and my future.”

“I came in pre-med, but art history made me realize that medicine was not my passion. Thank God for the liberal arts!”

“I came in pre-med, but art history made me realize that medicine was not my passion. Thank God for liberal arts!”

“I walked into my classroom the first day, and I knew it was where I belonged.”

“Augustana has not only changed the way I view things, but also transformed me into a strong leader.”

“Augustana helped me find my path in life.”

“Every person that I have met at Augustana, whether it be a friend or a professor, has taught me a valuable lesson.”

“I had no idea how invigorating the path to achieving my ultimate goal would be.”

“I learned that I can strive under pressure.”

“Dr. Kaul and Dr. Ellis both made me think in new and challenging ways and have opened my eyes to the world of academia.”

“My experience in Nicaragua on a service medical trip has been by far the most life-changing.”

“I learned that I am passionate about helping others find their voice, and that I am OK with letting them use mine until they find the courage to use their own.”

“I have had so many meetings and wonderful conversations with the professors; I have no idea where I would be now without them.”

“Through both coursework and personal relationships, I discovered this well of strength in myself that I just didn't know existed.”

“I can do more than I ever thought I could.”