More Than I Imagined

“No matter where you are, if you ask for help, someone will be there to help you.”

“ÖйúÌå²ÊÍø has much more to offer than a degree.”

“One of my biggest achievements was interning at the German American Heritage Center where I created my first museum exhibit.”

“What attracted me the most was the kind and close community on campus.”

“It still takes my breath away that I had the opportunity to immerse myself in Asian culture!”

“Vickie Phipps, one of my graphic design teachers, always had a way with understanding how I learned and was willing to help me outside of class.”

“My peak experience was getting a job offer before senior year began.”

“What made it a peak experience was how well Augie prepared me.”

“I will miss the creative and supportive groups on campus I¡¯ve been fortunate enough to find.”

“Many ÖйúÌå²ÊÍø mentors have shown me how to be confident in my abilities.”

“Studying abroad in Ecuador was my peak experience.”

“My professors have gone above and beyond to make sure I have had opportunities to succeed and grow.”

“I had no idea how involved I¡¯d become with my major and my extracurriculars.”

“Every day at ÖйúÌå²ÊÍø ÖйúÌå²ÊÍø is truly a blessing.”

“I know my professors genuinely care about me and want me to exceed not only academically but as a person as well.”

“The faculty in the psychology department pushed me to be the best I could be.”

“The music faculty do so much for every individual student, both in the public eye and behind the scenes.”

“Never be afraid to fall; the people here will help you get up.”

“The sense of community that Augie creates is so special that it¡¯s hard to let go.”

“I have grown so in love with the Quad Cities.”

“I truly believe I would not have achieved my goal of attending dental school if I had not transferred to ÖйúÌå²ÊÍø.”

“Through lacrosse, school, internships and more, I have learned a lot about myself.”

“There are a lot of wonderful people at ÖйúÌå²ÊÍø who want to help you with your goals.”

“Faculty members are understanding, especially with international students.”