Alumni Association

The Augustana Alumni Association is made up of over 20,000 alumni who live in all 50 states, and 38 different countries.  Over 4,000 Augustana graduates have chosen to stay in Sioux Falls with another 3,500 making their home in South Dakota.  Our second largest population of alumni is in the greater Twin Cities area with over 3000 graduates.

Alumni Council—Members of the Augustana Alumni Council serve as the voice of the alumni. Among other things, council members assist with Viking Days and other events, select alumni award recipients, and advise the Alumni Office on various issues. Members of the Alumni Council are volunteers who are selected to serve three-year terms. The Council meets on campus during Viking Days and in the spring.

The Augustana Today—As the official quarterly publication of the College, The Augustana Today is designed to inform alumni and friends what is happening on campus. As long as we have a current address for you, you will receive The Augustana Today. Keep in touch with Augustana by visiting AugieLink to update your address, share information about your family, and your career and accomplishments.

Class Letters—Class letters are sent twice per year by your class agent(s).  The letters are a way for your classmates to keep in touch with one another. The letters will include some information that won't necessarily be printed in The Augustana Today. Keep in touch with your class agent(s) and the Alumni Office so we know where you are and what you are doing!

Augie E-News—Monthly, or as needed, we send a short e-mail newsletter to alumni informing them of what is going on at Augustana or to share other pertinent information about Viking Days or other events.  Make sure to always keep your email address up to date so that you can receive the latest information about your alma mater!

Viking Days is held each fall. Each year several classes celebrate reunions. Viking Days includes the parade, football game, and worship, and also the Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet, the Blue and Gold Gala, Viking Varieties, and the Encore! following the Varieties show. Whether you're having a reunion or not, we encourage you to come to Viking Days and back to campus when you can.

Alumni Events —Various alumni events are held throughout the United States. When we're in your area, we encourage you to join us. We also encourage you to attend Augustana music events when we tour in your area. We'll keep you informed of these events through the mail, email announcements, and in The Augustana Today. We also list specific alumni events on the website.

Horizon Award and Alumni Achievement Awards These awards are given to recognize the significant achievements of our graduates.  Nominations are accepted each year for review.