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The Augustana: Winter/Spring 2013

Thursday, March 14, 2013

In the Winter/Spring 2013 issue of The Augustana, we recognize those who are using their God-given gifts to stir the hearts and empower the minds of others through scientific research and the performing, visual and literary arts — and in doing so, are building the connections our world needs to develop ideas, find solutions and experience joy.

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Alumni, Professor Nominated for YWCA Tribute to Women Awards

Wednesday, March 14, 2012

Six alumni and one professor have been nominated for the Sioux Falls YWCA Tribute to Women Awards, honors that recognize local women who have made exemplary contributions in the workplace and in the community.

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The Augustana: Winter 2012

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

The winter issue of the magazine for alumni and friends of the college celebrates "champions" of education. Whether in a classroom, as an administrator, a university president, or on a desert migrant trail, these Augustana graduates are doing all they can to help nurture and support the young people of today in order to make tomorrow's world even better.

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In the News: Exhibit Not About 'Prettiness'

Thursday, March 8, 2012

Read the Argus Leader feature about Texas-based artist Alice Leora Briggs, the force behind the Eide/Dalrymple Gallery's haunting new exhibit, "Alice Leora Briggs: Near Impunity." Briggs will speak at a special presentation on Juárez at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 8, in Kresge Recital Hall. The gallery reception is set for 5-7 p.m. on Friday, March 9.

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Augustana Students Push to End the 'R Word'

Wednesday, March 7, 2012

In recognition of national "Ban the R-Word" day, a day to promote awareness of the campaign to stop using the word "retarded," members of Augustana’s Student Council for Exceptional Children (SCEC) gathered together to show their support.

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Students Collect Prom Dresses for Teens in Need

Tuesday, March 6, 2012

The Augustana Women's Association (AWA) has collected 56 dresses for the Cheyenne River Youth Project's "Passion for Fashion" event, an annual event in Eagle Butte, S.D., that provides teenage girls in need with prom essentials such as dresses, shoes and make-up.

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Augustana Runner Selected for Team USA

Thursday, March 1, 2012

Augustana freshman Adam Braun, a native of Shoreview, Minn., has been selected to represent Team USA at the North America, Central America and Caribbean (NACAC) Cross Country Championships on Saturday, March 17, in Port of Spain, Trinidad. "This selection is a huge honor and speaks volumes about the fact that Adam is one of the brightest up-and-coming runners in the United States right now,” said head cross country coach Tracy Hellman.

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Verdier 2012 to Celebrate Values; to Feature Panel Discussions, Quiz Bowl, Covenant Award Ceremony

Thursday, March 1, 2012

Verdier 2012 is a week-long celebration of Augustana's core values, named in honor of the 10th anniversary of the Covenant Award. The celebration is set for April 16-20 and will highlight service projects by Augustana students, faculty and alumni and will feature panel discussions, a quiz bowl and the 2012 Covenant Awards ceremony.

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Dr. Paul Nesheim Named Director of The Augustana Choir

Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Dr. Paul Nesheim has been named associate professor of music and director of The Augustana Choir, the fifth in the Choir’s 90-year history. Nesheim most recently served as associate professor of music and director of choral activities at Minnesota State University Moorhead.

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Professor: Disparate Groups Could Be Long-Term Answer to Economy

Monday, February 27, 2012

Read coverage of the Augustana Thought Leader Forum featuring Dr. Robert Wright, Nef Family chair of Political Economy and director of the Thomas Willing Institute. Wright explored "How Low Will We Go? Long-term Perspectives on a Flailing Economy" at the Forum on Friday, Feb. 24, in Sioux Falls.

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17th Annual Fighting Hunger, Feeding Hope Basketball Tourney Set for March 16-18

Monday, February 27, 2012

Sixty area boys and girls basketball teams from fourth grade through ninth grade will shoot hoops for a good cause at the 17^thannual Fighting Hunger and Feeding Hope Basketball Tournament, set for March 16-18 at the Elmen Center.

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