Adil Abdulalim
English 1102
Dr. Weaver
SAR Paper
March 10, 2022
Summary
Augustana University is a well-known private Lutheran institution in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The school serves over 2100 students from 42 states and 35 countries, and it offers over 100 majors, minors, and pre-professional specialties, as well as intense internships, study abroad, and undergraduate research within a 4-1-4 academic cycle. “Augustana University aspired to be one of America’s most outstanding church-related universities” (Augustana University “Vision”) by providing an education of permanent value that challenges the intellect, develops integrity, and integrates faith with study and service in a varied society.
Analysis
The website of Augustana University is appealing. An efficient layout technique makes critical information easily accessible to the audience. At the beginning of the website, the homepage indicates that Augustana is where students construct their future, which gives the audience a bright and sensible vision to attract their attention and choose them. The webpage uses the APATSARC rhetorical style of logos to give the audience a logical sense of reason by providing encouraging data and figures to persuade the reader that Augustana is the correct choice for their future. It also uses the large rhetorical strategy of Kairos to captivate the audience by addressing the opportunities accessible to students in need, particularly those with financial challenges, and addressing the question of why the student is doubtful about Augustana being the best choice for them. “Augustana is an actual educational value, representing an investment with significant lifetime returns” (Augustana university “Financial Assistance”).
Augustana University is a prestigious, comprehensive university linked with the Lutheran faith. However, people of all faiths are welcome to attend, demonstrating that they are welcoming and give students the freedom to have other beliefs or have a different path of religion. This illustrates that Augustana is a place where all kinds of students are accepted and are trying to make a bright future in a diverse world. Furthermore, Augustana University teaches students about various jobs and professional callings while encouraging them to choose career paths compatible with their religious and philosophical beliefs. Augustana’s fundamental goal is to provide long-term value education that challenges perceptions, promotes trust, and integrates devotion, learning, and service in a varied society( Augustana University “Home”).
Augustana University is committed to creating a learning atmosphere that welcomes people from all walks of life, encourages diversity, and honors individual needs. They want to help all students by treating them equally and ensuring that they can engage fully in all elements of the educational environment and extracurricular activities. “We use technological advance and provide accommodation to individuals with documented disabilities to fulfill our commitment of equal accessibility” (Augustana university “Accessibility Service”), which leads the audience to believe that Augustana is the right place for them and that they deserve the opportunity.
The university’s website demonstrates to the audience that they are committed to assisting students before and after admission, encouraging them to inquire about Augustana and learn more about it. Furthermore, on the homepage, there is a section for international students entitled “international program office”; it is a venue where Augustana University’s international students engage and form relationships with students from all over the globe.
For the last 160 years, Augustana has provided students with lifelong education and developed leaders and visionaries who affect every aspect of society (Augustana University “Home”). On the website, Augustana University used an excellent approach by employing the rhetorical method of Kairos to persuade students, mainly undergraduate students. There is a section titled “strategic plan; Viking bold,” which is a plan designed to lead Augustana through 2030 with a bold future for their students, demonstrating to the audience that Augustana guarantees them a lifetime education and witness to the transformative power of education over the following decades, indicating a promising commitment that elevates the students’ experience at their university.
The university evaluates applicants holistically, and the admission decision is informed by the applicant’s grade point average and academic history; additionally, the admission process is dependent on the student’s ability to positively impact the Augustana community, so a person’s performance outside of school, such as behavioral and criminal issues, affects the admission process.
Augustana skillfully mixes Logos and Kairos to elicit logical decisions from the audience and address common questions and problems of students. The website is designed to grab students’ attention by providing a solid reason for considering Augustana University. On the other hand, the website shows a lot about the university community and how they treat students to help them get where they need to be.
Response
If I was asked whether or not I would attend Augustana University, my answer would be yes. I say this because I believe it would be an excellent fit for me and a fantastic experience. Augustana provides many options for students like me. I am an international student, and they have a strong community for students like us. This will allow me to have a good experience with people from all around the world. Another reason why I would consider Augustana is because it is located in a good area, especially for students. It will reduce distractions, allowing me to focus more on my academics.
Likewise, Augustana has a fantastic business department in which I am studying; therefore, it will have a limited number of students compared to other colleges, giving me an excellent opportunity to use all the resources available. Overall, the university is ranked in the top 100 national liberal arts colleges by US News and World Reports, as well as nationally recognized for academic excellence, graduate outcomes, and affordability, so I believe Augustana will fulfill my desire academically, socially, and financially, and therefore I would strongly consider it.
Work cited
“Augustana University.” Augustana University, 2021, www.augie.edu/.