Recent graduate outcomes
99% of the surveyed Augustana Class of 2023 said they were in graduate school or employed within six months of graduation.
Data was collected from students who graduated from Augustana College in Summer 2022, Fall 2022 and Spring 2023. Data was collected through a collaboration between the Offices of Institutional Research and Career Development, and compiled by Laura Kestner-Ricketts, executive director of career and professional development, March 2024.
Adam '13 becomes first woman named to the U.S. Paralympic Wheelchair Rugby Team
The U.S. wheelchair rugby team finished with a silver medal in the 2024 Paralympic Games, losing only to Japan during the week's matches. Sarah Adam '13 was a top scorer for the team, netting 14 points.
Elliott '20 brings home Webby Awards for NASA
Christian Elliott '20 recently traveled to New York City for the 28th annual Webby Awards to accept honors for "Suiting up for Space," the April 2023 episode he wrote and produced as an intern for the podcast "NASA's Curious Universe."
How to start a dream job right after (or before) graduating from Augustana
Three 2024 grads show what can happen with curiosity, internships, good challenges and support from their Augustana success team.
Castro ’21 positioned to ‘help be the change in the Illinois Quad Cities’
A project led by Ben Castro ’21 to better understand uneven food access and food insecurities within QC MetroLINK’s service area placed fourth in a national competition. The project is tied to Castro's Senior Inquiry for his geography major.
’16 grad combats newborn mortality in rural Kenya
By developing curriculum to teach neonatal resuscitation protocol to medical practitioners in Mutomo, Kenya, Dr. Alyssa Nelson ’16 Motzel was determined to not only teach her peers, but also help them continue to train others.
“I went to CORE and discovered my passion for teaching, and I haven’t looked back.”Read More
“I’m a full-time reporter at KWQC, one of my dream jobs — and before I even graduated! ”Read More
“My peak experience was the medical service trip to Nicaragua. It inspired me to pursue nursing. ”Read More
“My peak experience was studying abroad in Dijon, France, this past summer.”Read More
“Dr. Mark Safstrom, one of my Scandinavian studies professors — his encouragement and support has helped me grow so much.”Read More
“It’s hard to believe in a few months I will be moving to Virginia to attend law school and continue working for the FBI.”Read More
“I will cherish and truly miss stopping by some of my professors’ offices and discussing their class, other classes and overall life.”Read More
“I will miss the people that make the Augustana community so great.”Read More
“My amazing professors saw promise in me that I could never have found on my own.”Read More
“My sophomore year I joined the Observer, and within four months they asked me to cover the Women’s March on Washington.”Read More
“Dr. Mahn and Pastor Kristen helped me tremendously to think about my calling in the world, and they challenged me to grow. I had no idea I'd end up as a religion major.”Read More
“I have met some of the best people I have ever known here.”Read More
“Dr. Calder generously allowed me to join his research project and let me present the work in settings that are usually closed to undergraduates.”Read More
“The theatre department has been a second home to me, and a place I know I'll always be welcome.”Read More
“I feel like all four years here have been a peak experience.”Read More
“I?just really loved the atmosphere and the people every time I visited campus.”Read More
“I wanted small class sizes where I would know my professors, and they would know me.”Read More
“I will be forever grateful for my many dedicated mentors.”Read More
“The professors really care about each student as an individual.”Read More
“I will miss the relationships I have created with not only my fellow students but the staff as well.”Read More
“I could never have imagined all the opportunities Augustana gave me.”Read More
“It was Dr. Popple's class and her passion for the subject that really helped me find my love for dramaturgy.”Read More
“I never imagined being in so many organizations, let alone leading them.”Read More