More Than I Imagined

“I hated the thought of leaving Augie the longer I was on campus.”

“I knew right away that Augustana was my school.”

“I chose Augustana because of the way I was encouraged to double major and pursue any and all of my interests.”

“I have never felt as much love and support as I do here at Augie.”

“My peak experience was when the women's swim team won our conference championship for the first time in 25 years!”

“I am thankful to Augie for providing an environment of growth and inclusiveness.”

“Competing as a collegiate athlete in wrestling was truly one of the most fun experiences of my life.”

“Finding myself through college was amplified to its highest with the opportunities and environment Augustana offers.”

“I was most surprised by how much I fell in love with Augie, especially as fast as I did.”

“When you walk on campus, you can tell it is a welcoming place where people really care about you.”

“From the second I came to campus, I felt at home and made amazing friends.”

“The energy and warmth that everyone gives off at Augie is how I know I made the right choice.”

“The guidance I received from the start is one of the main reasons I am confident in my ability to teach music next year.”

“I have had great professors and advisors who have genuinely expressed their interest in my academic success and personal well-being.”

“My freshman-year self would be so excited for everything I've experienced because of Augustana.”

“Augustana is a great place where you can just be yourself.”

“What surprised me the most was how quickly friends became family here.”

“Thank you to Meg Gillette and Paul Olsen for putting life-changing literature in my hands.”

“Augustana felt like home from the moment I set foot on campus.”

“I will greatly miss having all of my favorite people in one place.”

“I chose Augustana for the opportunity to earn a degree from a top college while continuing to play the sport that I love.”

“I also found a special home in the Augustana Choir these last three years.”

“Augie has allowed me to connect with friends from many backgrounds who have helped me grow and learn.”

“I got into my top choice graduate school and a teaching assistantship.”