Homecoming cardboard regatta and karaoke
For the third day of Homecoming 2024 there will be a cardboard regatta followed by a karaoke social.
The cardboard regatta originated in 1974 at Southern Illinois University, and Augustana's Homecoming Committee enjoys joining in on the fun with their own rendition of the sport.
Homecoming talent showcase
The talent showcase is an evening of entertainment featuring various types of acts. Acts are performed by students and faculty and consist of everything from stand-up comedy and skits to dancing and music.
Homecoming kick-off bonfire
Kick off Homecoming 2024 with a bonfire.
International Street Fest
International Street Fest is a fun and educational event for the entire campus community focused on celebrating the diversity of Augustana College.
Holi
Holi is the Hindu festival of colors celebrated in Nepal and India. This event will include famous snacks from India and Nepal as per custom, and the campus community will come together to play with colors and dance to music outdoors.
Eid
Eid al-Fitr is the earlier of the two official holidays celebrated within Islam. Eid al-Fitr is celebrated by Muslims worldwide because it marks the end of the month-long dawn-to-sunset fasting of Ramadan.
Iftar
This is an event for the entire campus community focusing on the celebration of the beginning of the holy month of fasting for the Muslim community, Ramadan. In particular, GET is organizing a group "iftar" an event where we will break the fast as per Muslim customs.
Diwali
Diwali, known as Tihar or Deepawali in Nepal, is a Hindu festival celebrated in Nepal and India. For our Diwali event, we will have a Diwali presentation to educate our audience on why and how Diwali is celebrated.
PepsiCo and WAC summer hours
See finals week and summer hours for PepsiCo Recreation Center and Westerlin Activity Center (WAC).
Set up your Wi-Fi connection remotely
If you have a device that has not yet been set up for Wi-Fi, we recommend doing so before you come on campus. You can set up network access at home or anywhere that you have an internet connection. It will be one less thing to do at move-in.