Dr. Corinne Ganske, from the class of 1972, shares the impact of COVID-19 on her practice and her family. Music performed by the Augustana String Quartet from their album Happy Together, under the direction of Dr. Peter Folliard.
Ana talks about how the central component of a university, the Mikkelson Library, responded to the needs of students scattered across the country. Music performed by the Augustana String Quartet from their album Happy Together, under the direction of Dr. Peter Folliard.
Manaal and Najma talk with Pastor Ann about how the pandemic is affecting daily life, as well as spiritual and cultural life during the holy month of Ramadan. Music performed by the Augustana Percussion Ensemble from their album New Moon, under the direction of Dr. John Pennington.
Dr. Meredith Reynolds, Augustana Class of 2012, talks about her residency at the University of Chicago Medical Center and how even an introvert can get lonely during these times of isolation. Music performed by the Northlanders Jazz Band and guest artist Jeff Coffin , under the direction of Dr. Brian Hanegan.
Dr. Koepsell, Augustana class of '88, shares his perspectives on the economic impact of the coronavirus. Music performed by the Augustana Choir from their 1999 tour, under the direction of Dr. James Johnson.
Augustana's Vice Provost shares how the senior academic leadership team has responded to help faculty move to modified instruction, coordinate technical troubleshooting and provide holistic support for everyone. Music performed by the Augustana Chamber Orchestra, coached by Dr. Peter Folliard.
Pastor of WestSide Lutheran Church, Heidi Binstock '95, and Director of Communications, Kevin Stillson '05, talk about how church life and worship has changed as a result of social distancing. Music performed by the Augustana Orchestra under the direction of Dr. Peter Folliard.
Dr. McDowell, Augustana class of 1985, talks with Joel Gackle about when she realized the severity of COVID-19 and how her personal and work life has become a blended lifestyle. Music performed by the Augustana Percussion Ensemble, under the direction of Dr. John Pennington, from their album New Moon.
Returning NCAA Division II National Champions Amanda Dickmeyer and Mary Pardo talk with their coach, Gretta Melsted, about how their season hopes and plans had to quickly adjust in the blink of an eye. Music performed by the Augustana Band under the direction of Dr. Christopher Unger from their single I Saw the Figure 5 in Gold by James M. David.
What does it look like to lead the team responsible for adhering and adapting to the new protocols for keeping an entire campus running safely? Andrea Miller, Augustana's Director of Facility Services, shares how she and her team have worked to keep Augustana's campus safe from an invisible virus. Music performed by the Augustana University Percussion Ensemble from their album New Moon , under the direction of Dr. John Pennington.
Augustana alumn Evan Richards '17 talks about how one of Sioux Falls' local breweries had adapted to the changes in their operations with the pandemic. Music performed by Dr. Rick Andrews, piano, and the Augustana Band under the baton of Dr. Christopher Unger.
Augustana Senior Dana LeVan, and freshman Nolan Wipf share how they are maintaining their creative energies while adjusting to a new 'normal.' Music performed by the Augustana Keyboard Mallet Percussion Ensemble from their new single " Four Directions " by Augustana professor Dr. John Pennington, recorded/edited/mixed/produced by Dana LeVan.
Pete discusses his experiences dealing with the coronavirus after doctors claimed his test result was a "false negative." Music performed by the Augustana Orchestra under the direction of Peter Folliard
LuAnn Aakhus, Augustana Class of 1976, lives in Granville, North Dakota and serves as the Vice President & General Manager for Landmark Health. She has worked in numerous aspects of healthcare, and speaks about how her company has quickly shifted their work from house calls to managing COVID-19. Music performed by Josh Jaton, Augustana Class of 2019.
Graduating Augustana seniors Hailey and Jack discuss how they have adapted to online learning, how they stay connected to their friends, and how they might look back on this time in the future. Music performed by Dr. Peter Folliard: Joe Zawinul's Birdland .
Augustana professors of Biology and Chemistry talk about teaching students from home. With children and Legos in the background, listen to how these professors have found innovative ways to connect with their students. Music performed by Dr. Russell Svenningsen from his recently released album Die Winterreise .
Dr. Dayna Groskreutz '96 is on the front lines of working with COVID patients in the ICU at Avera Health in Sioux Falls, SD. Music performed by the Augustana String Quartet from their album Happy Together .
Augustana senior Luca Amayo discusses the challenges international students face, the changes in the on-campus environment, the role he has played as a student leader, and what it feels like to be a graduating senior. Music performed by Dr. Brian Hanegan, director of jazz studies at Augustana.
Listen to how Augustana University's Provost, Dr. Colin Irvine, is working to navigate Augustana and its faculty through the early stages of COVID-19. Music performed by cellist Annabelle Lecy '20 - J.S. Bach's Cello Suite No.3: Prelude
