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William "Nishal" Weems named 2022 student laureate
William “Nishal” Weems, an Augustana College senior from Carpentersville, Ill., was selected as a student laureate of The Lincoln Academy of Illinois.
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Back to the Kit Kat Club in 'Cabaret' Nov. 17-20
Augustana College will present the musical "Cabaret" Nov. 17-20 at the Brunner Theatre Center. Set in 1929 Berlin, the musical focuses on the hedonistic nightlife at the Kit Kat Klub.
Blood drive
Boundless Health and Wellness campus organization will host a blood drive from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
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Krueger's love for the game overcomes first-year injury
Playing college volleyball had been her dream since she was 12. About 15 minutes into her first practice as a Viking, Sydney Krueger '24 jumped for a hit at the net, landed awkwardly and “blew out” her knee. Two years later, as a junior, she's named one of the CCIW's best.
Asian Student Organization open house
The Asian Student Organization will hold open house at the Asian Pacific Islander Desi American House from 5-6:30 p.m. Enjoy karaoke and food.
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Christmas at Augustana, other holiday events planned
Augustana College celebrates the season with several events and performances open to the public.
Pre-med Q&A
Zachary Rowe, associate director of admissions at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, will speak to pre-medicine students from 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Please email Chloe Quin for the Google Meet link,
Thanksgiving buffet
A Thanksgiving buffet will be served.
Menu
Roast turkey breast
Mashed Yukon potatoes with turkey gravy
Cranberry sage stuffing
Balsamic roasted brussel sprouts
Roasted sweet potatoes with honey and cinnamon