Education

Daniel Bullen discusses his book, Daniel Shays's Honorable Rebellion: An American Story. He talks about how this 'rebellion' was misrepresented, the economic conditions that led to the protests by small farmers in western Massachusetts, profiles of Daniel Shays and his fellow protesters, the roles of Founders George Washington and Alexander Hamilton, the similarities and differences with the Whiskey Rebellion, and why this story is important for today.

Artificial intelligence can draft essays, analyze data, generate images, and accelerate research in seconds. As machines grow more capable, the question becomes more urgent: What must remain distinctly human? Join Augustana faculty, alumni, students, and regional leaders for a candid conversation about how higher education should respond to AI, not with fear or retreat, but with clarity and design.

The essay collection by faculty, alumni, and institutional leaders explores how Augustana’s mission has been shaped and challenged by social change, student activism, and evolving community relationships

Jim Mertens talks with Bettendorf School Superintendent Dr. Michelle Morse about the changes the legislature is considering.

A nonprofit organization in Rock Island is receiving over $1.8 million in federal funding to aid its Head Start program, which provides Pre-K children with early education.