Augustana Mirror

09/20/2024

Today is the day, today is our first compact issue of the academic year.

In Forum, section editor Jocelyn Baas introduces herself and explains what makes her section special.

The full story and more can be found on our website at www.augiemirror.news (link in bio).



*this is a repost to correct a spelling error, I apologize for any confusion*

09/20/2024

Today is the day, today is our first compact issue of the academic year.

In variety, sophomore Gabriela Morales received the Girl Scout Gold Award, and graduate student Caroline Sudbeck reviews BibiSol, a Sioux Falls restaurant.

The full stories and more can be found on our website at www.augiemirror.news (link in bio).



*this is a re-upload to correct a writer's name, we apologize for any confusion*

09/20/2024

Today is the day, today is our first compact issue of the academic year.

In news, Augustana welcomes the largest student body in history, campus safety arms four officers and implements body cams, the freshmen ASA senate is elected and a final story about the beloved late James Earl Jones visiting campus in 2000.

The full stories and more can be found on our website at www.augiemirror.news (link in bio).

09/20/2024

Today is the day, today is our first compact issue of the academic year.

In sports, we recap the Augustana vs. South Dakota State football game and its history, and the women's golf team kicks off the fall season with a victory after being named first in the preseason coaches' poll.

The full stories and more can be found on our website at www.augiemirror.news (link in bio).

05/03/2024

Today is our last print edition of the academic year! You can find these stories in print around campus or you can find them on our website at www.augiemirror.news.

Have a great rest of your year, Vikings!

04/19/2024

Keep up with our compact issue today on our website at www.augiemirror.news. We only have two more editions (one compact/one print) until the end of the year!
We hope everyone has a fulfilling weekend, finish strong Vikings the finish line is nearing!

04/15/2024

Tonight in HUM 222 at 6 p.m. will be our last Mirror meeting of the year!
Come celebrate our seniors with us and eat potluck snacks as we plan for our last print edition!

03/02/2024

In case you missed it we released a compact issue yesterday. You can find it on our website at www.augiemirror.news.
Here are some teasers to see what we wrote about this past week. Have a great weekend!

02/26/2024

In case you missed it, we released our compact (online issue) on Friday. Here are some teasers to see what we wrote about this past week. You can find all these stories on our website, www.augiemirror.news.

02/16/2024

Good morning Augustana!
Today we have published our first print issue of the spring semester. Papers will be distributed around campus later today or you can go to our website at augiemirror.news (link in bio) to read our stories.

Here are some of our teasers for this issue!

05/12/2023

President Lauren Teller and Vice President Henry Sule will lead the 2023-2024 ASA Senate. The team answered questions about their upcoming term in a presidential panel on April 18. Read more here: http://ow.ly/a3Hk50OjI8e

What made you want to run for presidency and vice presidency? Teller: I was inspired to run because I’ve been passionate about being involved in ASA, and I’ve really noticed a lack of c…

05/12/2023

The Mirror's co-editors-in-chief reflected on their time with the publication. Read about their experience leading the paper: http://ow.ly/3OzR50OjIqK

The Mirror hasn’t seen a team of co-editors-in-chief for a while — the last set graduated in 2010. It’s a hard job to share with so many responsibilities and possibilities for mistakes.  We wo…

05/12/2023

The spring season has prompted an increase in crime and suspicious activity in the campus neighborhood. Read more about the incidents and Campus Safety's response:
http://ow.ly/sB2G50OjIbU

Warmer spring weather has prompted an uptick in crime and suspicious activity in the campus area, as April witnessed a break-in, strangers knocking on doors and a man ma********ng in parking lots. …

05/11/2023

The final production from the Augustana Theatre showcases a combination of stories that all fall under one theme: the timing of communication. “All in the Timing” is a collection of short plays with six distinct stories. Read more here: http://ow.ly/rLWw50OjI1O

The final production from the Augustana Theatre showcases a combination of stories that all fall under one theme: the timing of communication.  “All in the Timing” is a collection of short pla…

05/11/2023

Qijuan Fang, a new psychology professor joined the faculty this academic year. Her ambition for knowledge has led to an array of experiences and expertise in the field of psychology. Read more here: http://ow.ly/p5U450OjHV2

A new psychology professor joined the faculty this academic year, whose ambition for knowledge has led to an array of experiences and expertise in the field of psychology. Qijuan Fang teaches many …

05/11/2023

Augie's esports team completed its first season in the program's history this March. Read about the players and the team's future: http://ow.ly/XBhb50OjHNr

05/10/2023

Nursing major student-athletes find themselves constantly under pressure, having to balance practices, lifts, and games with extensive course loads and clinicals. Read more about how they balance student life and athletics: http://ow.ly/2e0i50OjHKx

Junior offensive lineman Nicholas Nelson wore “Augie blue” scrubs. The color was no different from his jersey in football, but it signaled an entirely different meaning about the wearer.  On t…

05/10/2023

There are numerous fields within environmental studies that can lead to a career one is passionate about. An environmental studies major gives students the potential to pursue careers in a broad range of disciplines. Click here to read more: http://ow.ly/RaRR50OjHCM

There are numerous fields within environmental studies that can lead to a career one is passionate about. An environmental studies major gives students the potential to pursue careers in a broad ra…

05/09/2023

Read a recap of this week’s top plays form the Mirror sports reporter. This week, Richardson covers the Memphis Grizzlies at Los Angeles Lakers, the Florida Panthers at Boston Bruins, and Tampa Bay Rays at Chicago White Sox. Click here to read more:
http://ow.ly/itqo50OhgVL

Memphis Grizzlies at Los Angeles Lakers Friday, April 28 — Midway through the third quarter, the Lakers had a 29-point lead and were looking to put the Grizzlies away early. Laker Dennis Schröder d…

05/09/2023

Augustana has received several sustainability grants over the past few years, all of which have gone towards a greener campus and have funded initiatives, such as the apple orchard, bees and hammocks: http://ow.ly/9ziV50OhgLf

Augustana has received several sustainability grants over the past few years, all of which have gone towards a greener campus and have funded initiatives, such as the apple orchard, bees and hammoc…

05/09/2023

All across campus, students jump at the opportunity to greet furry or feathered friends that give them a sense of being back at home. Click here to read more about the comforts animals bring to campus: http://ow.ly/K7es50OhgiM

05/08/2023

Senior spring athletes finish the season with a bang. Click here to read more about their memories of their time at Augie and their plans for the future: http://ow.ly/WrnO50Ohfmn

Delaney Young: Softball What has been the highlight of your time with Augustana softball? “The highlight of my time here on the softball team is definitely all of my teammates. I am so grateful for…

05/08/2023

The course catalog will receive new course titles and descriptions and a new numbering system. Read more about the future revisions: http://ow.ly/vrNZ50Ohf5X

As early as fall 2025, the registrar’s office, in conjunction with the curriculum council and department chairs, will revise Augustana’s course catalog to include new course titles and descri…

05/08/2023

Emily Roehl and their English 200 class will bring Augustana's first comic book and graphic novel convention to campus. Read more about the events included: http://ow.ly/ehCT50Ohbb8

Emily Roehl and their English 200 class, Literary Experience: Comics & Graphic Narratives, will bring Augustana’s first comic book and graphic novel convention, named AugieCon, to campus Tuesda…

05/05/2023

Do details really matter in creative writing? Click here to read two students’ opinions on the matter: https://augiemirror.com/2023/05/04/angles-do-details-really-matter-in-creative-writing/

Somewhat accidentally, the theme for the Angles topics of this semester has been debates between writers about writing, media and the digital age. From the ethics of ChatGPT to paying for news subs…

05/05/2023

Students won't be able to live in Tuve next year, even after some already signed up for their rooms. Read more about the renovations and project timeline: http://ow.ly/JV3i50Ofh1N

Tuve will be offline during the upcoming academic year for renovations. Students discovered the news through an email from Augustana CFO and executive vice president Shannan Nelson on March 23, aft…

05/04/2023

Hockey arena completion set for January. The Midco Arena will be ready in 2024 for hockey games because of weather delays. The team will have to play at the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center until construction is complete: http://ow.ly/229v50OcXFt

Weather issues have delayed construction of Augustana’s Midco Arena, which is now scheduled for completion on Jan. 17, 2024. The men’s hockey team will kick off their inaugural, Division I season …

05/03/2023

Determination and drive led this physics professor to excel in her field. Read more about Professor Amy Engebretson's experience as a woman in STEM: http://ow.ly/AUJw50OcXk9

In spring 1987, college freshman Amy Bylsma sat in the back left corner in the last row of her Calculus III class. It was incredibly unlike her. She was usually one of those students who sat front …

05/03/2023

Schools are a great place to teach about AI writers like ChatGPT. Read one student's opinion about ethically using the service: http://ow.ly/xQM250OcWu1

The ethical implications of Artificial Intelligence programs like ChatGPT have been causing some chaos for university professors and faculty. Here’s the big question: Should ChatGPT be allowed in e…

05/02/2023

The Vikings' men's golf team wrapped up its season. Read a recap of the final tournament: http://ow.ly/T6T450O8xEV

The Augustana men’s golf team finished up its season on April 23 with a ninth place finish at the NSIC Men’s Golf Championship. The three-day tournament took place in Blue Springs, Missouri, at Ada…