Initiatives and Programs of the Johnston-Adhikari Administration

The Ole Advantage Loyalty Points Program rewards students for attending athletic events from the end of November through April. The top five students who attended the most events will win flight vouchers, popular sports branding clothes, and Augustana Athletics merchandise. 

The ASA Green Certification Program which is a sustainability-focused initiative designed to encourage and reward student organizations for adopting environmentally conscious practices. Student organizations can self-report their sustainable practices to be considered for certification. 

The Viking Global Review is a fellowship designed to engage students in the analysis and dissemination of global affairs to keep the community informed about current global events and suggest ways to improve our understanding of international issues. 

The American Forum Fellowship invites Augustana University students to apply for a unique opportunity to research and explore key issues facing America today and contribute meaningful research that fosters dialogue and a deeper understanding of our nation’s challenges.

This initiative aims to develop a secure, interactive, and user-friendly election platform for the ASA. We are seeking applications from individuals or groups of students to create a platform that enhances the accessibility, transparency, and integrity of campus elections. Up to three students will be provided with this fellowship opportunity. 

This program provides STEM students with a unique opportunity to explore innovative solutions and applications in emerging technologies and STEM-related fields. Areas of focus may include, but are not limited to, cryptocurrency, metaverse, fintech, data science, artificial intelligence, robotics,, environmental science, and more.  

The ASA History Conservation Initiative is a fellowship program that invites five students to explore and conserve the vibrant history of student governance since ASA’s founding in 1922. 

This program is designed to empower students and student organizations to create projects that positively impact either the Augustana campus or the Sioux Falls community.