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Augustana University's Vikings around the world share their stories about COVID-19 and how they are impacted by this pandemic

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Augustana University's Vikings around the world share their stories about COVID-19 and how they are impacted by this pandemic

    Dr. Corinne Ganske: Family Medicine

    Dr. Corinne Ganske: Family Medicine

    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.

    • 10 min
    Ana Olivier: A Librarian's Perspective

    Ana Olivier: A Librarian's Perspective

    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.

    • 8 min
    Manaal Ali and Najma Siyad

    Manaal Ali and Najma Siyad

    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.

    • 11 min
    Dr. Meredith Reynolds: Anatomic Pathology Resident

    Dr. Meredith Reynolds: Anatomic Pathology Resident

    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.

    • 7 min
    Dr. Loren Koepsell - Augustana Professor of Business and Finance

    Dr. Loren Koepsell - Augustana Professor of Business and Finance

    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. 

    • 10 min
    Jay Kahl: Assistant Vice Provost for Assessment and Academic Excellence

    Jay Kahl: Assistant Vice Provost for Assessment and Academic Excellence

    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.

    • 11 min

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