Viking Life: Summer 2017

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s a high school student, odds are you’ve had friends, family and teachers ask you a question that goes something like this: “What’s next for you after graduation?”

If you say “college,” chances are they’ll say “where?”

Followed by: “And what are you going to major in?”

You may already have answers to these questions.

But, the reality is, many students don’t.

Yet. I can relate because I, too, have heard the question, “what’s next for you,” quite often lately as I near the end of my tenure at Augustana and prepare to begin retirement.

And, to tell you the truth, I don’t have an answer.

Yet. I have been thinking a lot about it, though. And for me, it’s been helpful to frame my thoughts not around what I’m going to “do next,” but rather to think about what I’m looking for as I begin the next stage of my life.

This line of thinking caused me to consider that the same approach could work for you, too.

When it comes to life after high school, perhaps rather than thinking about what you’re going to do next, maybe you should think about what it is you’re looking for.

Are you looking for a college?

Or, are you looking for a place with the potential to rock your world? A place where you’re encouraged to ask questions, and more questions, and pushed to discover not just the “what” but the “when, where and why?”

Are you looking for an education that will get you a job?

Or, are you looking for opportunities to create experiences as you build experience? A place where you’re encouraged to knock down walls, build bridges and seek better solutions?

Are you looking for one career?

Or, are you looking for a foundation that will equip you with the knowledge and confidence you’ll need for a lifetime of career opportunities?

Are you looking to stay unchanged?

Or, do you want to be an agent for change?

If you’ve read this far, I think you know what you’re looking for.

You’re looking for the place for possibilities.

You’re looking for Augustana University.

I hope you’ll visit us at Augustana to experience the excitement, community and momentum alive here. Once you do, I’m certain you will want to board the ship, Be a Viking, and chart the course for your life’s journey.

Yours, for Augustana,

Rob Oliver President

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VIKING LIFE At Augustana, we believe certain individuals are called to “Be a Viking.”

They understand that in order to create an even better tomorrow, they must explore and discover bold concepts and important ideas today.

Viking Life is published three times per year for prospective students by the Office of Advancement and the Office of Admission.

Send correspondence, name changes and address corrections to: Be a Viking, 2001 S. Summit Ave., Sioux Falls, S.D. 57197.

Editor: Kelly Sprecher, Communications Contributors: Rob Oliver, president Nancy Davidson, vice president for Enrollment Bob Preloger, vice president for Advancement Amy Smolik, Communications Kaia Chambers, Communications Katie Foutz ‘00, Communications Bruce Conley, Athletic Communications Matt Addington ‘95, Photography

CONNECT WITH AUGUSTANA!

OUR MISSION Inspired by Lutheran scholarly tradition and the liberal arts, Augustana provides an education of enduring worth that challenges the intellect, fosters integrity and integrates faith with learning and service in a diverse world.

5 16 2 FEATURES 2. #AUGIEABROAD At Augustana University, the most significant things our students do here often aren’t done here.

5. SNAPSHOTS Four students, four amazing lives.

Meet some of our Vikings.

16. SENIOR SPOTLIGHT Following graduation, 2017 grads Maria Lavelle and Chase Marso are headed for big things.

18. HOLI 2017 Held each spring on campus, Holi features traditional Indian food, dancing and a color throw.

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OUR VISION Augustana aspires to be one of America’s premier church-related universities.

Augustana is an affirmative action, Title IX, equal opportunity institution. © Augustana University 2017

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4. NOTES FROM THE GREEN Herseth Sandlin to lead AU.

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14. NEWS FROM THE HUDDLE 19. INTERNSHIP SPOTLIGHT deGrasse Tyson speaks on campus. Taylor Wallace interns at “TPIR.”

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20. NAVY & GOLD Women’s golf, tennis make marks.

ON THE COVER: The Ole the Viking statue stands at the center of campus. Photo by Matt Addington ‘95.

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#AUGIEABROAD THE MOST SIGNIFICANT THINGS OUR STUDENTS DO HERE OFTEN AREN’T DONE HERE. At Augustana, we believe in classrooms without doors. That’s why we create opportunities for our students to go out and explore the world. It’s called January Term and it’s a four-week session designed for curricular exploration and enrichment.

J-Term 2017 took AU students to Norway, India, Guatemala, Ecuador, Germany, Greece and beyond for up-close and personal looks at the histories, economies, languages and cultures of countries around the globe.

Anthony Gasiecki, a double major in biology and classics, looks out over the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus in Greece.

Nursing major Nicole Grinager gets a hug from students in Ecuador.

Economics major Sentel Johnson enjoyed the views in Costa Rica.

Madison Wilson, a triple major in German, government and international studies, tries out one of London’s classic red telephone booths.

As part of their tour of Germany and Italy, The Augustana Choir visited Potsdam Palace.

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Stephanie Herseth Sandlin speaks on campus following the announcement that she will serve as the 24th president of Augustana University.

HERSETH SANDLIN NAMED PRESIDENT OF AU Former congresswoman Stephanie Herseth Sandlin will be the 24th president of Augustana University. She will succeed President Rob Oliver who retires after 25 years of service.

Herseth Sandlin’s inauguration is set for Friday, Sept. 15.

The appointment, made by the Augustana Board of Trustees following an extensive national search, marks the first time in Augustana’s 157-year history that a woman will serve as president.

Herseth Sandlin most recently served as general counsel and vice president of corporate development for Raven Industries in Sioux Falls. Prior to that, she served as South Dakota’s lone U.S. representative from 2004-11. When elected in 2004, she was the first woman from South Dakota to serve in the U.S. House of Representatives as well as the youngest woman serving in the House during that time.

Becky Blue ’81, chair of the Presidential Search Committee, called Herseth Sandlin a “respected and visionary leader. She is a locally-grown, nationally-known pioneer with a fervent drive to bring good ideas, opportunity and possibility to the state of South Dakota and beyond. She is a skilled diplomat who has vast experience working with a variety of constituents on a variety of issues.”

“Stephanie has spent the last two decades working to build a better South Dakota, a better region, and a better world — first as a congresswoman and, most recently, as general counsel for Raven Industries, a Sioux Falls, South Dakota-based business that holds place among the city’s major employers. Having served as the elected voice for more than 800,000 citizens of the state, Stephanie knows and understands that the greatest leaders are first and foremost effective communicators — individuals who listen first, then make decisions. At Raven, she further established her impressive business acumen — building a new legal department, strengthening governance practices and helping to lead a major acquisition. Her leadership experience, her time abroad — both as a student and as a professional — her enthusiasm for the liberal arts and her passion for possibility make Stephanie well-equipped to lead Augustana. We are certain that she will build on the firm foundation established

by President Rob Oliver and the exciting momentum alive on campus today and will no doubt take AU to new heights in the future.”

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“In searching for Augustana’s 24th president, we sought a leader of both people and institutions — someone with a demonstrated track record for building and strengthening bridges between people, policies and programs.

We sought a creative thinker who would continue to champion the liberal arts in collaboration with new technologies, strategic partnerships, new and innovative academic programming, research and entrepreneurism — while also ensuring the University’s continued commitment to its Lutheran heritage and its core values.

We have found all that — and more — in Stephanie Herseth Sandlin.”

— Becky Blue ‘81 Chair, Presidential Search Committee “We were impressed by her sense of calling for the work ahead and we know that she will lead from her foundation of faith and community. She is simply an inspiring individual who will be a transformational leader for Augustana University,” Blue said.

Herseth Sandlin said the opportunity to serve Augustana is both exciting and humbling.

“I am very grateful for and humbled by the opportunity to lead Augustana, and I thank the Board of Trustees for entrusting me with the responsibilities of this position. The mission of the University, its traditions and its plans for the future are inspiring, and I look forward to joining a campus community dedicated to helping students be servant leaders and engaged citizens,” Herseth Sandlin said.

Learn more about Herseth Sandlin at augie.edu/president.

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SNAPSHOTS FOUR STUDENTS. FOUR AMAZING LIVES. HERE, WE’RE VIKINGS. WE DREAM BIG SO WE CAN MAKE EVERY DAY COUNT. WE DREAM BIG SO WE CAN BUILD LIVES OF MEANING AND PURPOSE. MEET SOME OF OUR VIKINGS.

Ariana Groen ‘15 zooms in.

Photo by Matt Addington ‘95.

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THE JOURNALIST Meet Shi Almont ’19 — She’s an English & journalism major from Renner, South Dakota.

Q. What inspired you to pursue journalism?

A. I always knew I would study literature and writing in college, but I wasn’t sure exactly which academic path these passions would take me. It wasn’t until my junior year, when I started working for Augie’s yearbook, the Edda, that I discovered how much I love journalism. I love interviewing people and telling their stories, and I love photojournalism and capturing life on campus with a camera. Journalism introduced me to a new form of writing and storytelling, and I love it.

Q. You worked on Venture, Augustana’s literary and artistic magazine. Can you share what it’s been like to work on this project and what kinds of skills you’ve learned through the experience?

Also, can you describe this year’s magazine — what kinds of pieces are included?

A. Serving as the editor of Venture has been an awesome experience. I’ve been able to hone my design and editorial skills — skills that will be useful for the kind of career I hope to attain in the future.

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The magazine also showcases the talents of my peers, giving them the opportunity to have their short stories, poems, short plays, photography, and artwork published. Being able to make that happen was even more rewarding than my own personal development.

Q. What’s your dream job after graduation?

A. I hope to someday work and write for a publication of some sort — maybe a magazine.

While I’m not sure the exact career path I’ll be taking after graduation, I know what my passions are. I also know that my experiences at Augie have prepared me to pursue these passions.

Q. Favorite class so far, and why?

A. My favorite class so far is Dr. Darcie Rives-East’s English seminar “Critical Theory and Popular Culture.”

We studied literature, films, television and other popular texts through the lenses of different literary critics and theorists. It was a mix of literary, cultural and gender studies. It was incredibly interesting.

ENGLISH & JOURNALISM AT AUGUSTANA Hands-on experiences: • The Mirror (student newspaper) • The Edda (student yearbook) • Venture (student literary journal) • The Writing Center • The Office of Marketing and Communications Internships with local television stations, newspapers and magazines, including: • Argus Leader (daily newspaper) • KELO-TV, KSFY-TV, KDLT-TV (national network affiliates) • SDPB (public radio) • 605 Magazine • BizNow Layout and design experience: • Learn techniques used in publishing and journalism in our labs equipped with the latest Adobe programs.

The Mirror is Augustana’s weekly student-run newspaper. The paper’s roots trace back to 1899.

Photojournalism experience: • Go behind the lens and build photography and video skills.

“I love interviewing people and telling their stories, and I love photojournalism and capturing life on campus with a camera.

Journalism introduced me to a new form of writing and storytelling, and I love it.”

— Shi Almont ’19

Q. Favorite professor and why?

A. My favorite professor is definitely Darcie Rives-East. She’s brilliant, she’s quirky, and she’s shamelessly geeky in all the best ways possible. Her Dr. Who sweaters and ability to connect every classic novel to Star Trek or Sherlock Holmes reveal all of these wonderful qualities. Her seminars are always uniquely focused and never boring. She’s also my English advisor.

Whether my questions are about academics or life in general, she always has helpful answers.

Q. Some call it the liberal arts, others call it 21st century skills.

At Augustana, students come away with far more than just “career training” — they know how to communicate effectively, think critically, analyze and interpret data, think with a global perspective, embrace change, think strategically and operate with integrity.

Can you share how the liberal arts at AU has equipped you with 21st century skills you’ll use both in your career and in your personal life?

A. Through Augie’s liberal arts curriculum, I’ve been exposed to a variety of areas of knowledge. I feel that I’ve developed a broader understanding of the people and the world around me that are both diverse and constantly changing. I’ve also learned skills that will be useful during my journey after college as I take on our ever-changing world.

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Dr. Jeffrey Miller (Professor of English & Journalism, Chair of the Humanities Division and Advisor for the Mirror) advises students in a journalism class.

Q. Best Augie memory so far, and why?

A. My best memory was the first day of my freshman year.

While I’ve had a lot of awesome memories since then, the first day of school was the day I met some of my best friends. All five of us were in the same Welcome Week group, and now, a couple years later, most of us are living in a house together. I think we knew in that first week of school that we had found people who would become some of the most important in our college lives, and I’m glad we did. I call them my little friend family.

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THE SERVANT LEADER Meet Austin Krohnke ’18 — He’s a religion and biology double major from Waukee, Iowa.

Q. You are planning to pursue seminary after graduation. Can you share what inspired you to consider this path in life?

A. I first started to realize that God was calling me to a career in ministry after spending a semester with Veritas Christian Study Abroad in San José, Costa Rica. In addition to taking classes like a normal exchange student, I learned about the history of Christian missions and got to volunteer with an organization called Face of Justice, a ministry that fights sex trafficking. A fire for seeing the Gospel change people’s lives was definitely kindled in my heart through those experiences. Coming back to Augie, certain strengths and other little things started making great sense in the context of pastoral ministry,

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and an internship the following summer at Messiah Lutheran Church in Washington State deeply affirmed several gifts according to God’s call on my life. I’m excited to see to what context God will call me to pastor people — possibilities ranging from a Midwestern congregation to missions across the globe.

Q. You’re active in Campus Ministry and also serve the Latino ELCA congregation, Pueblo de Dios. Can you describe what it’s been like to be involved in Campus Ministry? What have you learned about yourself, about others, and about your own faith? How has it enriched your life?

A. My involvement in Campus Ministry and other ministries has taught me so much. Having not grown up Lutheran, probably the biggest thing I’ve learned is that it’s okay to be wrong. Questions and seeking answers to them are important, but at the end of the day faith is trusting that God is ultimately right and exactly who He says he is. Because I trust in Christ’s promises, I am free and empowered to serve my neighbor as best I can.

CAMPUS MINISTRY AT AU Inclusive: • We’re a campus community filled with students of all faiths. That’s why we’re committed to helping all students listen to a variety of voices and perspectives so we can learn from one another.

Student-Led: • Campus Ministry at AU is a laboratory for practicing leadership in faith. Students regularly serve in worship and plan programming.

Service-Oriented • We host opportunities to serve neighbors near and far and embark on service-learning trips to local soup kitchens, homeless shelters and other areas in need throughout the state and to major cities including New York, Chicago and beyond.

The Chapel of Reconciliation is located at the center of campus. Learn more at augie.edu/chapel.

Engaged: • Our outreach teams meet weekly for Bible study and fellowship and travel monthly to area churches.

“I’m excited to see what context God will call me to pastor people — possibilities ranging from a Midwestern congregation to missions across the globe.”

— Austin Krohnke ’18 Q. What are your plans for the summer?

Q. Best Augie memory so far, and why?

A. I plan to work at Des Moines Christian Schools as a camp counselor and worship leader. I will also spend five weeks studying in Madrid, Spain, on a scholarship from the Sigma Delta Pi National Spanish Honor Society.

A. One of my best Augie memories so far is going to the beautiful Palisades State Park on Earth Day with other students for some trail maintenance service work in the morning, then rock climbing and swimming in the river in the afternoon.

Q. Some people talk about that ‘aha’ moment when the power of a liberal arts education really hits them.

Can you share your thoughts on the liberal arts?

A. The place that the liberal arts has affected me is the integration of seemingly different things. For example, my biology and religion majors, as well as faith practices, have allowed me to see the world both critically as scientific discovery and as creation which God has called good. Similarly, diverse academic and social experiences here have equipped me with the ability to see perspectives and serve in places of mediation where individuals or groups disagree.

Q. Favorite class at Augustana so far, and why?

A. My favorite class is “Principles of Ecology” because our lab work included prairie restoration at Newton Hills State Park and a four-day trip to the Badlands and Black Hills to see the diverse ecological relationships we learned about in the classroom.

Q. Can you share a little about your favorite professor?

A. Dr. Ann Pederson (religion) is my favorite professor because she’s so gracious with students and has helped me discern the next steps in my vocational path.

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Krohnke (front row, third from right) with members of the Augustana Campus Ministry team on campus in the fall.

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THE NYU GRADUATE STUDENT Meet Alejandro Garcia ’17 — He’s a government & international affairs/political science and German double major from Quito, Ecuador.

Q. It sounds like you have an exciting future ahead of you! Can you share details about your grad school plans and why you’re passionate about your area of study?

Q. You played a big part in planning the Holi celebration this spring. Can you share what the experience was like and why the event is important for Augustana?

A. I’m so humbled and thankful that I was admitted to Master’s programs in international affairs at both New York University and Penn State! I have officially committed to NYU where I’ll be pursuing a concentration in human rights/conflict resolution. I chose this area because I firmly believe in the inalienable rights of all members of society and I believe it’s our duty as global citizens to help one another.

A. I currently serve as co-president of the Augustana International Club. Our purpose is to help build a bridge between American and international students.

So we put on events that are not only fun, but teach students about other cultures around the world. Holi is probably one of our most exciting and most popular events. It is an Indian celebration which includes the throwing of colored powder. We had students from India teaching Bollywood dances, sharing delicious snacks from their country, and teaching us about Indian culture. Just seeing the Augie community come together and expose their minds to new cultures was fantastic!

Q. Dream job after graduation?

A. I want to — I will — work for the United Nations, either in the Human Rights Council or the Refugee Agency.

Q. Looking back on your time at AU, what was your favorite class?

Q. How did you choose Augustana?

A. I definitely thought the recruitment process reflected how much Augustana cares about its students. My admission counselor was so attentive and willing to answer any questions. My scholarship package was a big factor, too!

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A. Government Professor Dr. Joe Dondelinger’s “Identity Conflict and World Politics.” It was one of the most interesting classes I have taken here. It made me question and really think about my own beliefs and values.

GOVERNMENT & INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS / POLITICAL SCIENCE AT AU Build Connections: • Meet local, state and federal political leaders when they visit campus as in-class guest speakers.

Work in Washington, D.C.: • Study and intern at the Washington, D.C., campus through the Lutheran College Washington Semester experience.

Earn nonprofit experience: • Intern with local and regional nonprofits including Lutheran Social Services, Sanford Health, the City of Sioux Falls and more.

Plan for your future: • Earn funding for law and graduate programs with help from our expert professors.

• The Department has a 90 percent placement rate for students pursuing law and graduate school programs.

The Madsen Center is home to the Department of Government & International Affairs/Political Science. Learn more at augie.edu/government.

“I firmly believe in the inalienable rights of all members of society and I believe it’s our duty as global citizens to help one another.”

— Alejandro Garcia ’17 Q. Most influential professor, and why?

A. This is a very tough question to answer. Augie’s biggest asset is its faculty. The professors care so much about you. They are supportive but challenge you at the same time. I would have to say Dr. Joel Johnson from the government department. His passion and care for students is reflected in his class. He has helped me grow not only academically, but as a person too. He has also been a great support through my grad school application process. He is not only a great professor, but a great human being, too.

From taking “Advocacy and Argumentation,”“Biology,”“Statistics,” and “Constitutional Law,” you become well aware of different topics and tools that you need in life. Moreover, Augie has many study abroad opportunities and organizations that form you as a person in your four years here. It is truly a well-rounded education.

Q. Best Augie memory so far, and why?

A. Gosh. So many! One of my favorite memories is going to the Black Hills during the International Orientation Week my senior year. I am an Augustana Cultural Exchange ambassador, so I help international students adapt to the U.S. and its culture. I met incredible people and was exposed to so many cultures and languages. Opportunities and events like this happen all the time. This is what I call the Augie Advantage.

Q. At Augustana, we often say we prepare students for more than just jobs. We prepare them for lives of meaning and service. How have you found this to be true?

A. The beauty of Augustana’s curriculum is that it forces you to take classes in areas you haven’t experienced before.

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Garcia, lower right, joins fellow AU students after the Holi celebration on campus this spring.

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THE RESEARCHER Meet Katelyn Graber ’18 — She’s a biology major from Hurley, South Dakota.

Q. You recently completed a genetic counseling internship experience. Can you tell us about it?

What were some of your chief duties? What was an average day like? What did you take away from the experience?

A. I had the best experience! As a genetic counseling intern for Avera Health, I was able to learn about genetic disorders, mutated gene risks, genetic testing options, and genetic counseling as a potential future occupation. Each day, I observed how the genetic counselors interacted with patients, took note of what information they told their patients, and worked on an online pedigree project called Progeny.

My time was split between two units — the Avera Maternal Fetal Medicine Unit and the Avera Cancer Institute. The two genetic counselors that I worked with were so kind and welcoming, and I can’t thank them, as well as the other medical professionals, enough for the experience. I was able to form relationships in the hospital and gain genetic knowledge to help guide my future career decisions.

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Q. Looking ahead to after graduation, what’s your dream job?

A. I’m deciding on my future aspirations, but I know my dream job would include a setting where I can express my passion for science, interact with others and continue to learn from my colleagues.

Both genetic counseling and researching/teaching provide opportunities to do just that! Additionally, I love South Dakota and hope to remain in the area so I can stay close to my family and friends.

Q. You studied abroad in Greece! Best memory from the experience?

A. Some of my best college memories were made when I traveled to Greece over J-term of 2016. Aside from embracing a new culture and indulging in a lot of gelato, my favorite memory from the experience was in Nafplio, a beautiful city along the bluest waters I have ever seen. After staying at a quaint hotel owned by three brothers, we were invited into the home of one of the brothers before heading to our next stop.

BIOLOGY AT AU Earn Experience: • Get paid to do real research each summer with professors on campus or at labs throughout the U.S. Get Published: • Help advance science and get noticed for your research by submitting your findings to a peer-reviewed journal.

Complete an Internship: • Because Sioux Falls is home to three major health care organizations as well as top Fortune-500 companies, you’ll have access to choice internship opportunities with hospitals, clinics, nonprofits and more.

Expand Your Perspective: • Study abroad • Join clubs like the Biology Club and the Pre-Med Club • Use state-of-the-art scientific equipment

The biology department is located in the Froiland Science Complex. Learn more at augie.edu/biology.

“I know my dream job would include a setting where I can express my passion for science, interact with others and continue to learn from my colleagues.”

— Katelyn Graber ’18 Here we picked the best tasting oranges from the family’s orange grove and made traditional Greek cookies. I was so humbled by their hospitality and will never forget the beautiful countryside of Nafplio!

Q. You’ve said “Biochemistry” taught by Dr. Mark Larson has been your favorite class so far. Can you tell us about it?

A. The course work challenged me to dig deeper into not only lectures and labs, but also the textbook and other researchers’ work. With some background knowledge in various areas of biology from my other classes, biochemistry seemed to make everything connect. It is during this class that I began to think about pursuing a career in research and teaching at a university like Augustana. Dr. Larson shares his passion for science, and he truly inspired me to live a life of continual learning. I was definitely surprised by my interest in the topics, but I am so grateful to have taken the class. Plus, it led me to appreciate chemistry a whole lot more than I had before!

Q. Most influential person during your time at AU? A. If I have to choose just one, I would say my favorite professor is my advisor, Libby King. Never have I met someone with a bigger heart! Libby is so wowed by science, and I love her enthusiasm and selfless nature. Multiple times I have heard her exclaim in the lab, “Oh my goodness. Can you believe this? Everyone come look at what I am seeing in the microscope!” Needless to say, her excitement is contagious. Throughout my Viking journey, she has provided me with endless support, encouragement, and guidance — the true Augustana Advantage.

Q. You are the Augustana Student Association (ASA) president for 2017-18. Can you share what inspired you to run for the position, and what some of the goals you and your vice president, Luke Hurley, are hoping to achieve?

A. I am so honored and thrilled to serve Augustana as ASA president, alongside Luke Hurley as vice president. In the past three years, I have been a senator on ASA and have enjoyed the friendships and leadership opportunities that have come from it, though I was not inspired to run for ASA president until my peers began to encourage me. Hearing such kind words from students I admire sparked my interest in running. Once my highly esteemed friend, Luke Hurley, consented to run for vice president, I knew we had to take a shot! Together, we make a great team and truly desire to further enhance the possibilities for everyone at Augie.

Since being elected, Luke and I are hoping to re-evaluate the core values to see how they can best reflect Augustana today.

We are also hoping to partner with other campus organizations and professors to improve sustainability on campus.

Additionally, we are looking to re-locate ASA meetings to the Froiland Science Complex in order to provide a more open venue for students, administrators and faculty to attend if they wish to do so. Incoming President Stephanie Herseth Sandlin has expressed much interest in working with students, and we couldn’t be more excited to hear her ideas, as well as the thoughts of students and faculty.

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NEWS FROM THE HUDDLE

AU Nursing Program Earns No. 1 Ranking Augustana’s nursing program has been ranked the No. 1 program in South Dakota, according to RegisteredNursing.org.

Organized by registered nurses, RegisteredNursing.org is an online resource dedicated to promoting excellence in nursing by providing future nurses with the tools they need to succeed.

Augustana’s No. 1 ranking is based on the pass rates of nursing graduates who take the NCLEX-RN exam (National Council Licensure Examination-Registered Nurse).

Augustana’s 2016 NCLEX-RN pass rate is 98 percent (including fall 2015 and spring 2016 graduates).

Learn more at augie.edu/nursing.

AUGUSTANA REPORTS 98 PERCENT JOB PLACEMENT RATE A new report by the Student Success Center offers a snapshot of post-graduation activities and destinations for members of the Augustana Class of 2016 (grads who completed bachelor’s degrees between July 1, 2015, and June 30, 2016).

Graduates were surveyed within six months of graduation.

The Augustana Experience

Boe Forum With Neil deGrasse Tyson Draws Thousands to Campus Nearly 4,000 people filled Augustana’s Elmen Center in March to hear acclaimed astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson discuss “Science and Discovery” as the featured speaker for the Boe Forum on Public Affairs, presented by the Center for Western Studies.

Free tickets went on sale in November and sold out in just over 10 minutes — an all-time record for Augustana. By the afternoon of the event, a line of so-excited-theywere-almost-giddy ticket holders stretched out of the Elmen Center, through the parking lot and around the corner. It was a night that promised to be cosmically awesome for science-lovers of all ages — from gradeschoolers, to college students, 30-,40- and 50-somethings, retirees and more. And Tyson did not disappoint.

Read the full recap and see photos at augie.edu/boe.

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In addition to employment and grad school placement details, the Outcomes Report also captures key data points that illustrate how satisfied members of the Class of 2016 are with their Augustana experience.

For these reasons, AU grads reported that they launched their careers and post-graduate study with confidence and enthusiasm: •

93 percent of 2016 grads strongly agreed or agreed that they received a solid education from Augustana.

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97 percent strongly agreed or agreed that they had at least one professor who made them excited about learning.

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95 percent strongly agreed or agreed that there was a faculty or staff member at Augustana who cared about them as a person.

96 percent strongly agreed or agreed that they will learn or do something interesting at their job or in their program of study after graduation.

Key Findings of the Outcomes Report • 98 percent of recent Augustana grads seeking employment are employed in a position related to their major or chosen field.

• The mean reported salary for graduates who sought full-time employment was $43,471. The maximum salary reported was $67,000.

• 20 percent are pursuing grad school and/or continuing education. Of those, more than half are pursuing advanced study in a health care related field.

• Grads are working in 18 states and seven countries around the world. Among those who secured employment and reported their geographical location, 60 percent are working in South Dakota and 58 percent are employed in Sioux Falls.

• Top industry choices for 2016 grads include health care, education, business and professional/ scientific technical services.

• 99 percent of Augustana grads participated in key engaged learning opportunities such as: experiential learning, internships, co-curricular activities, volunteerism, undergraduate research, clinicals, student teaching, study abroad and more.

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Symposium Showcases Student Research Students representing each of Augustana’s academic divisions presented their undergraduate research findings in April at the 2017 Arthur Olsen Student Research Symposium.

The event also featured a keynote by Dr. David Myers, professor of psychology at Hope College in Holland, Michigan, on “Science and Reason in a Post-Truth Age.” Dr. Lindsay Erickson, assistant professor of mathematics, helped organize the Symposium. She said the event provides undergraduate student researchers with valuable real-world experience.

“The Symposium is intended to foster the investigation and discussion of important matters. The structure emulates a traditional academic conference, to which students from every discipline are invited to present their original scholarship,” Erickson said.

Learn more and see photos from the event at augie.edu/symposium.

Junior Earns Kennedy Center National Award for Scenic Design Junior Alex Meyer’s set design for the Augustana Theatre’s production of “When the World Was Wild and Waste” earned a second-place award at the 2017 national Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival in Washington, D.C. Meyer’s work advanced to the national festival after winning first place in the Kennedy Center’s regional competition earlier this year.

“Having the opportunity to take my work outside of campus to a national-level conference is proof that the work of the theatre reaches beyond the walls of the theater building,” said the art and theatre double major from Sioux Falls, calling the opportunity to participate in the festival an honor.

EXPERIENCE EXPO CONNECTS STUDENTS WITH OPPORTUNITIES For freshmen Amity Malmquist (Tampa, Florida) and Madison Wright (Sioux Falls), the Augustana Experience Expo was all about networking.

Malmquist and Wright were among hundreds of Augustana students who spent time meeting with area employers, volunteer organizations, campus groups, and study abroad agencies at the 2017 expo.

Held in the Elmen Center, the event was sponsored by Augustana’s Student Success Center, the Augustana Student Association, the International Programs Office and the Center for Campus Life.

“It was a great opportunity to network and to practice how to start up conversations with (employers),” said Malmquist, an exercise science and American Sign Language double major.

Wright, a nursing major, agreed.

“I’m interested in volunteer positions and I got to talk with a (nonprofit) organization here that I’m really interested in,” she said.

Jacob Wargo ‘18 is a math major from Green Bay, Wisconsin.

Thanks to help from his academic advisor, Dr. Martha Gregg (mathematics), and the Student Success Center, Wargo already has an actuarial internship with Sammons Financial Group lined up for this summer. He attended the Experience Expo to make additional connections for the future. “(My internship this summer) is what I want to do,” Wargo said. “I think this event is just a great networking opportunity. It’s really good that Augie puts this on.”

Kelly Wood ‘99 is an RN and MDS coordinator for the Good Samaritan Society in Sioux Falls. She returned to her alma mater to staff Good Samaritan’s booth at VIKING LIFE

the Experience Expo.

“It’s wonderful to talk with so many students from so many different majors and to learn where they want to go in their careers,” Wood said, explaining that as an employer, the opportunity to meet face-to-face with prospective employees or interns is ideal.

“It’s a really easy way to connect,” she said.

Nickalas Smith Jr., a freshman from Winter Haven, Florida, also called the Expo a great opportunity to network.

Smith Jr., a business administration major, is developing an app called StudyBuddy, designed to match students with fellow students based on personality type.

At the expo, he had a chance to visit with a software and engineering firm and learn more about their programming area.

“This is just such a great opportunity for us, as students, to get our feet wet,” he said.

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SENIOR SPOTLIGHT

Maria Lavelle.

Photo by Mike Shafer ‘18.

FILMMAKER IN TRAINING Maria Lavelle ’17 is headed to New York University’s prestigious Tisch School of the Arts, the country’s preeminent center for the study of the performing, cinematic and emerging media arts.

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s a child, Augustana senior Maria Lavelle spent months in a Norwegian hospital as doctors worked to treat a series of cystic tumors growing in her liver.

The sterile white walls of the hospital and the endless barrage of blood tests, IVs, x-rays and scans made it hard for the then-11-year-old Lavelle to find anything to smile about.

Then, something changed.

Lavelle discovered the power of movies. And in doing so, she found ways to leave the hospital.

She went to the Chocolate Factory with Charlie and Willy Wonka, she helped a tender-hearted Elliott build a machine to help E.T. phone home, and she watched in awe as Pippi Longstocking showed her magical powers.

Eventually, Lavelle’s health improved and she even went on to develop an interest in running. When she came to Augustana in 2014, she did so as a student and as a member of the Augustana track team.

With a passion for storytelling, Lavelle majored in journalism. As a student at AU, she has worked as a reporter for the Mirror, Augustana’s student newspaper, and the Edda, the Augustana yearbook. She also completed a journalism internship for Haugesunds Avis, the Norwegian regional newspaper.

Dr. Janet Blank-Libra, professor of English and director of journalism at Augustana, called Lavelle someone who is “capable of empathizing with others and for that reason is capable of producing stories that represent others’ realities deeply and truthfully.

“Maria takes to her work a strong and somehow tangible emotional intelligence. She never judges; she is always open. Her capacity to relate to others authentically is one of her greatest strengths. To her work she

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brings a formidable work ethic as well as considerable creative and critical abilities,” Blank-Libra said.

Despite the busy demands of college life, Lavelle’s love of film continued. She never forgot how movies helped brighten a dark time in her life.

“As an adult, I saw that it was not Charlie, Pippi or Elliott themselves that inspired me — it was their stories. They were ordinary people on extraordinary journeys,” she wrote.

Believing that “film is one of the mediums that still possesses the power to truly influence people,” Lavelle set out to “use my talents to tell stories.”

In 2016, she teamed up with fellow student Sarah Kocher ’16 to write, direct and produce “Over the Bridge,” a short documentary on homelessness in Sioux Falls.

The film packed a punch locally and went on to a number of national film festivals, earning praise and awards along the way.

The experience further fueled Lavelle’s desire to pursue a career in filmmaking and inspired her to apply to the graduate film program at New York University’s prestigious Tisch School of the Arts, the country’s preeminent center for the study of the performing, cinematic and emerging media arts.

This fall, she’ll begin the three-year graduate film program at Tisch, described as “an intensive three-year conservatory in the Maurice Kanbar Institute of Film and Television that trains students in the art of cinematic storytelling.”

She’ll write, direct and produce multiple films, working with fellow students in a community located in the heart of New York City’s Greenwich Village neighborhood.

“You basically live and breathe film,” Lavelle said.

“It will be a lot of hard work, but it sounds amazing.”

SENIOR SPOTLIGHT

Chase Marso

HARVARD BOUND Biology major Chase Marso ’17 had a chance to play quarterback for the AU Vikings next fall. He opted to attend Harvard Medical School instead.

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ast year, more than 7,000 students applied to Harvard Medical School. Of those, 235 were admitted. That’s an acceptance rate of just over 3 percent.

So it goes without saying that getting into Harvard is tough.

Chase Marso is tough, too — in the classroom and on the football field. And according to his teammates and coaches, he has a heart of gold.

Marso, who also plays quarterback for the Augustana Vikings, was accepted to Harvard earlier this year. Excited as he was about the news, he was also excited about the opportunity to lead the Vikings on the field next fall.

He asked Harvard to defer his enrollment for a fifth year of eligibility at Augustana. He recently learned his request was denied, which meant he had a decision to make: pursue Harvard this fall, or pursue his dream of leading a team as starting quarterback.

He chose Harvard. And today, he calls himself blessed.

“I am incredibly grateful for the love, support and guidance offered by my family, coaches, teammates and friends throughout this process ... I will undoubtedly miss the opportunity to compete alongside my teammates next fall, but I am excited for this new opportunity and challenge in my life, and will always be a Viking at heart,” Marso said.

Marso plans to pursue a career as a physician in a field yet to be determined but he is interested in either orthopedics/sports medicine, cardiovascular/ cardiothoracic or neurology (specifically concussions).

Head football coach Jerry Olszewski said the team is proud of Marso.

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“I am excited for this new opportunity and challenge in my life, and will always be a Viking at heart.”

— Chase Marso ’17 “Chase is a young man that does everything the right way and he has left his mark at Augustana in every way imaginable,” Olszewski said. “Chase truly engaged himself in the fabric of Augustana and actively made a difference academically, athletically, spiritually, socially and lastly, as an incredible ambassador for the University. He is gifted in so many ways and that speaks volumes because of how humble he remains in the process. Though my prayers were that he would be granted deferment from Harvard Medical School, the truest prayer is that he continues to impact others in such a positive way in his journey.

Augustana has been blessed with this young man and his influence on our campus. Though he will be leaving Augustana for Harvard, he will forever be a Viking.”

Along with playing football at Augustana, Marso was involved in the Pre-Med Club while also serving as a student leader for Fellowship of Christian Athletes and as president of the Augustana Student-Athlete Advisory Committee. A biology major, he worked as a mentor at Hayward Elementary school and was a member of the Tri-Beta National Biological Honor Society. Marso is from Brandon, South Dakota.

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HOLI 2017 Held in April on the Campus Green, Holi featured traditional Indian food, dancing, and a color throw.

This traditional festival signifies the victory of good over evil, the arrival of spring and the end of winter. It is a festive day to meet others, play and laugh, forget and forgive.

See more photos in our Facebook gallery at facebook.com/AugustanaSD

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INTERNSHIP SPOTLIGHT

COME ON DOWN! Senior Taylor Wallace spent January as an intern for the popular TV game show “The Price is Right.” She landed the position with help from an AU alumna who works for the show and the University’s Student Success Center.

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e caught up with Taylor Wallace ‘17, a communication-business and international studies major from Centennial, Colorado, to learn more about her experiences in Hollywood and what it’s like to hear those three magical words: “Come on down!”

Q. How did the internship come about?

A. It happened completely by chance. I received an email from my advisor, Dr. Mike Nitz, mentioning that the position had been posted on Augustana’s internship page and he thought I would be a good fit for this internship. I emailed (Augustana alumna Lauren Siefer ‘05) to express my interest and to send my resume and cover letter. From there, she suggested a Skype interview, so we did that and a few days later I got a call saying I was chosen for the position.

I was able to do this internship over J-term. It was one of the best months of my life. I had various duties I performed, such as ordering and returning merchandise, verifying MSRPs, organizing contestant paperVIKING LIFE

work, and other office-related things. In addition, I had the incredible opportunity to see the whole production process all the way from interviewing contestants to helping with contestant checkout to being in the audience and getting on national television.

Q. What kinds of things did you learn? And, what was it like living in California?

A. I learned that even the most menial duties are important and that they should be done with a smile on your face. Even something as simple as taking the trash out can help someone tremendously and people will notice.

Living in California was so exciting! I wasn’t bored once. There are so many trails to hike, museums to explore, foods to try, and people to see. The traffic is something straight out of a horror movie, but I met the most interesting people in my long Uber pool rides, so I wouldn’t change a thing.

Q. What are your post-graduation plans?

A. I’m so incredibly grateful I had this opportunity and I encourage all students to get out of their comfort zones and pursue an internship out of state at some point during their college careers. I would love to work in the entertainment industry, doing something similar to this internship. I can also see myself working for a public relations firm.

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FAIRWAY TO HISTORY

Led by great coaches and buoyed by strong student-athletes, the AU Women’s Golf and Tennis teams reached new heights this season.

Sierra Langlie, a junior from Andover, Minnesota, takes a shot.

NAVY & GOLD

This spring, Augustana claimed the 2016-17 Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) All-Sports title by two points.

The conference crown is the third straight for Augustana University’s athletic program and the fifth in the last seven years.

WOMEN’S GOLF AND TENNIS HAVE COME UP BIG IN EACH TITLE RUN. Coach Peggy Kirby has guided the golfers to eight straight conference championships.

The tennis team, coached by Marc Kurtz, has also won eight.

Augustana has owned the NSIC titles since joining the league in 2008.

“Not only is it one of the greatest runs ever at Augustana, but also within the NSIC record books,” said Augustana Athletic Director Slade Larscheid.

“Women’s golf and women’s tennis have evolved into an NSIC dynasty over the past 10 years.

We’re fortunate to have both teams perform at such high levels that catapult our spring point standings,” he said.

Golf has made nine NCAA Tournament appearances. Tennis has not lost a regular season conference match in eight seasons, running its consecutive win streak in league play to 88 matches.

“The beauty of the NSIC All-Sports trophy is that every team plays a part and makes an impact on the structure of the point system,” Larscheid said.

“For both programs’ winning streaks to take place, it starts with our coaching and recruitment of student-athletes.”

“THIS IS AN ACCOMPLISHMENT THAT TRULY REFLECTS THE QUALITY AND CONSISTENCY OF PEGGY AND MARK’S LEADERSHIP.” — Slade Larscheid Augustana Athletics Director

The women clinched their ninth trip to the NCAA Division II National Championship with a second-place finish at the NCAA Super Region Three Championship in May.

“We have to brave all the elements.

We play in sleet, snow, rain, cold temperatures and we still get to play with the best in the nation.”

— Peggy Kirby Women’s Golf Coach

Fourteen years ago Peggy Kirby took charge of the women’s golf program. She started with a file, one shirt and a list of five events.

“I committed to one year back in 2003 and I have learned so much from these young women it’s hard to pull back,” Kirby said. “I have also had great help from Patty Coddington, Coralee Jorgensen and Kaari Speer.”

Kirby has been voted conference coach of the year seven times in the last eight years. Her teams have won five region crowns since 2009-10. This year’s team finished ninth at the NCAA Division II Championships.

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Kirby said. “It started with Carley Roach as an individual in 2006 and she really put Augustana golf on the map. It was always our goal and we have been lucky to have nine trips to the Division II championships as a team, and two trips with individuals.”

Augustana’s 2016-17 edition was led

by Emily Israelson, a junior from Staples, Minnesota. She led the conference with a 77.1 stroke average over 20 rounds and was chosen NSIC golfer of the year. She shot an even par 72 on the final round of the national championships and finished 13th overall.

Freshman Hanna Hankinson (Edina, Minnesota) was second in the conference with a 77.3 stroke average and was selected newcomer of the year. She won the Mustang Open with a 10-over par 154.

Israelson and Hankinson were named to the all-conference first team along with juniors Kali Trautman (Clear Lake, South Dakota) and Sierra Langlie (Andover, Minnesota). Trautman was the NSIC VIKING LIFE

Championships medalist for the second straight year, firing a seven-over par 223.

Senior Jordan Bormann (Parkston, South Dakota) was named to the 13-member College Sports Information Directors of America Academic All-District Seven team. She is the fifth golfer in the program’s history to earn such recognition. She capped her career with a 10th-place finish at the conference championships, her third-straight top-10 showing.

Hankinson and Israelson were named to the women’s Golf Association AllCentral Region Three team.

“It takes tremendous commitment from these young ladies,” said Kirby. “We have to brave all the elements. We play in sleet, snow, rain, cold temperatures and we still get to play with the best in the nation. I will never forget my NCAA Division I Championships; the first tee, the trophy, and now I get to see these young student-athletes have memories for a lifetime.”

NAVY & GOLD

Taylor Jackson sets up a serve at the Augustana Invitational.

“We’ve managed to recruit some great players over the years and they’ve been able to uphold the tradition that we have steadily built.”

— Mark Kurtz Women’s Tennis Coach

In 2016, Mark Kurtz was named the league’s Coach of the Year for the fifth consecutive year. His Vikings have won seven straight conference championship titles.

Also in 2016, Kurtz guided the Vikings to a perfect 11-0 conference record and a 16-6 overall mark.

“It was a unique year in that we graduated our two captains (Jessa Richards and Sydney Postal), who played very high up in our lineup,” said Kurtz. “We brought in four freshmen and that can certainly create some challenges. It definitely took time to teach the freshmen what we do, how we do it, and what we expect. I think

they learned fairly quickly and we had a great year.”

This season sophomore Kornelia Staniszewska (Opalenie, Poland) repeated as the NSIC player of the year. She is the second Viking to win the honor in back-toback seasons and the sixth to be named player of the year. She was 13-0 overall in singles play at No. 1, and 16-3 at No. 1 doubles with partner Berkley Darr. Staniszewska was chosen to All-NSIC teams in both singles and doubles.

Taylor Jackson (Minneapolis) was named NSIC freshman of the year, the third consecutive Viking to win the award. She competed primarily at No. 2 singles and was 13-5 overall in singles and unbeaten in 10 league matches. She and doubles partner Meredith Lawrence posted an 11-5 mark. Jackson joined Staniszewska as a first team all-conference choice in singles and doubles.

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team all-conference choice in singles and doubles.

Lawrence, a senior from Prior Lake, Minn., capped her career with perfect records in conference singles (35-0) and doubles (41-0).

“It’s not easy staying at the top of the conference all these years because everyone is gunning for us,” said Kurtz.

“We’ve managed to recruit some great players over the years and they’ve been able to uphold the tradition that we have steadily built.

“When our new recruits come to Augustana they know our history and they learn very quickly what’s expected of them from our upperclassmen. It’s a simple task, but also a very difficult task to complete and that is to give total commitment every time you step on that court whether it’s for practice or for a match.”

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