Viking Days
Viking Days
Homecoming at AU
Augustana University's Viking Days celebrates what it means to be a Viking. Current and past Vikings come together for a week of festivities to celebrate all things blue and gold.
Homecoming is one of Augustana’s longest-standing traditions, dating back to the first celebration in the early 1920s. Named Viking Days in 1929, this tradition remains one of the most celebrated times of the year when alumni return to reminisce, reconnect and make new memories at their alma mater. We look forward to celebrating Viking Days and making memories with you — SKOL!
Join us for the best week of the year:
✨ 2025 Viking Days | Sept. 22-28 ✨
The Viking Days 2025 logo was designed by Hannah Horack '27.
Viking Days 2025 at AU
Viking Days Committee
Randi Maiers — Advisor
Corra Yockey '27 — Co-Chair
Eryn Kraft '27 — Co-Chair
Alanna Smith '28 — Campus Events
Kyra Johnson '28 — Campus Events
Addy Kuecker '27 — Campus Events
Alex Mentele '27 — Decorations
Shae Oleary '28 — Dignitaries/Alumni
Natalie Boersma '28 — Floats
Reese Ronquest '27 — Floats
Paige McAreavey '28 — Parade
Emma Knott '27 — Parade
Lauren Murphy '28 — Royalty
Gabrielle Rebelein '27— Royalty
Kelsey Bouwman '27 — Sales & Merch
Julia Wiik '27 — Sales & Merch
Lizzie Westra '27 — Social Media & Marketing
Ryleigh Tupper '26 — Social Media & Marketing
Viking Days Merch/Ole's Outlet
This year, 2025 Viking Days merchandise can only be purchased at Ole's Outlet during Viking Days and the Ole's Outlet Kirkeby-Over Stadium Kiosk during the Viking Football Game.
EVENT SCHEDULE
REGISTER FOR EVENTS
PARADE
Alex Folgar and Gabi Rabboni Crowned 2025 Viking Days Royals
With hearts full of school pride, Viking Days now holds an extra special place in the hearts of this year’s royals Alex Folgar ‘26 and Gabriela “Gabi” Rabonni ‘26.
Meet your 2025 Viking Days Royals.
Augustana to Celebrate Viking Days 2025, University’s 102nd Homecoming
Augustana University is celebrating its 102nd homecoming during Viking Days 2025, beginning on Monday, Sept. 22, through Sunday, Sept. 28. Throughout the week, current and past Vikings will unite to celebrate all things blue and gold — a beloved tradition that officially became known as "Viking Days" in 1929.
Meet the 2025 Alumni Achievement and Horizon Award Winners
Each year, Alumni Achievement Awards are presented to Augustana University alumni who have made outstanding contributions to their fields of endeavor, communities and/or churches. The Horizon Award recognizes young alumni who have graduated within the last 15 years and quickly demonstrated outstanding vocational achievement and provided faithful service to their community and/or church. Recipients of both awards must exemplify one of the shared core values of the university.
Meet the 2025 Award Winners.
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