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Scholarship Opportunity to Study Abroad in Norway This Fall

submitted by hainn@augsburg.edu

Study Abroad in Norway this Fall and Apply for the Airfare and Housing scholarship!

Submit your application by April 15th to be considered. This is not a competitive scholarship and all eligible students will be awarded a plane ticket to Norway! Every Auggie should consider studying abroad, and we encourage you to consider this affordable option:

Dive into both contemporary and historic topics; studying justice, sustainability, connections to nature, and the welfare state while living in Fredrikstad and traveling the region.

Learn More and Apply Here

Freshmen and Sophomores, Complete Your Gen-Eds in Mexico

submitted by hainn@augsburg.edu

Calling all Freshmen and Sophomores!!!
Consider spending your fall semester in Mexico and complete some of your general education requirements! This affordable program is a great way to expand your world by immersing yourself in a new culture.

– Apply by April 15th and get a free plane ticket!
– Pay your regular fall tuition – financial aid and scholarships apply!
– Apply on our website – this takes less than 10 minutes!
– Email abroad@augsburg.edu if you have any questions

Learn More and Apply Here

Spend a Semester Abroad Studying the Northern Ireland Conflict

submitted by hainn@augsburg.edu

Augsburg students can spend the fall semester in Northern Ireland while earning major, minor, and elective credit toward their degree. While especially relevant for Political Science and History students, this program is also a great fit for those studying communication, religion, philosophy, sociology, English, business, STEM fields, and more.

Coursework completed on the program transfers back as Augsburg credit, including:

– Political Science credit (upper-division)
– History credit (upper-division)
– Social Science or Humanities electives
– Augsburg Experience (study abroad requirement)

We encourage students from any major to apply as long as they understand how the credits will apply to their degree. This makes it possible to stay on track for graduation while completing core and elective requirements in an international setting!

Learn More and Apply Here

Apply for a Fulbright to Teach, Study, or Research Abroad

submitted by devries@augsburg.edu

A Fulbright Award gives you the opportunity to teach, research, or study abroad for an academic year after graduation. The process of applying is invaluable and winning the award is a life-changing experience.

To be eligible and competitive you need to:
– Be a U.S. citizen or national
– Have a 3.0 or higher GPA for serving as an English Teaching Assistant
– Have a 3.5 or higher to conduct research or attend graduate school abroad
– Be an active member in the Augsburg community or your home community
– Have effective skills to adapt to another culture and serve as a cultural ambassador of the U.S. to your host country

If you are a junior, senior, or recent graduate, you would start working on your application this summer in preparation for an early fall 2026 submission. Selections are made in Spring 2027 for placement in Fall 2027.

If you would like to learn more about the Fulbright program, please schedule an appointment with Prof. Jacqui deVries, Augsburg’s Fulbright Program Advisor, by emailing her: devries@ausgburg.edu.

https://us.fulbrightonline.org/

Worried About the Future of the U.S.? Learn from the Past. Take HIS 389.

submitted by devries@augsburg.edu

HIS 389-A
Wed 6-9 pm
Fall 2026

This seminar-style course sees the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence as a special opportunity to reconsider the history and legacies of the American Revolution. In the 1760s and 1770s, English speaking-people fought amongst themselves over Indigenous lands in North America, sparking a civil war that eventually turned into a world war. The conflict not only spawned a new nation—the United States—but also an “age of revolutions” that changed the lives of millions around the globe. Topics covered include: the causes of the Revolution, daily life in a society torn apart by violence, the experiences of African Americans as well as Native peoples and nations, the significance of gender and family, struggles to define democracy, and the history of how the Revolution has been remembered in different ways by different Americans.

General Announcements

Staff: Volunteer at Commencement 2026

submitted by obeys@augsburg.edu

Staff volunteers are needed to help make the commencement ceremony on May 7 a meaningful and successful experience for our graduates and their families.
Volunteer Roles Include:
– Accessible Seating Ushers, Greeters, and Wayfinding: Manage the accessible seating table and seating areas; assist guests with finding a seating location and/or other facilities; hand out programs; provide assistance for wayfinding and/or other needs. (Training at 4:00, Shift 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.)
– Graduate Ushers/Tunnel Managers: Staff will help students find their way to the lineup tunnel and manage the line lengths to help with a seamless procession.(Training at 4:00, Shift 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.)
– Guest Ushers, Greeters, and Wayfinding: Greet family members, and guests; assist families with finding a seating location and/or other facilities; hand out programs; provide assistance for wayfinding and/or other needs.(Training at 4:00, Shift 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.)
– Namecard Tables: Staff the graduate namecard check-in tables; help students who don’t have a namecard; provide assistance for wayfinding and/or answering other questions.(Training at 4:00, Shift 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.)
– Ticket Resolution: Staff will help with resolving ticket issues for guests (Training at 4:00, Shift 4:00 – 7:30 p.m.)
Please fill out the staff volunteer form below by April 23 to let us know of your interest. You will receive a follow-up email to confirm your volunteer assignment and provide additional details.

Sign up to Volunteer at Commencement Today!

Faculty: Cheer on Students at Commencement 2026

submitted by obeys@augsburg.edu

All faculty are strongly encouraged to participate in the clapping tunnel in full regalia at Commencement on May 7. You will NOT need to reserve a ticket for the ceremony; however, you will need a faculty pass to enter U.S. Bank Stadium. Please complete the faculty sign-up form below by April 23 to let us know you plan to attend so that your credentials will be available when you arrive.

Sign up to join us at Commencement today!

Opt-in Campus Elevator Update Listserv

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

Augsburg University has an opt-in listserv that provides timely notifications regarding elevator outages across campus, including updates when normal service has been restored. These notifications are intended to assist the university community in planning accordingly, minimizing disruptions to their daily activities, and navigating campus more effectively. To opt into this listserv, please register below.
Category: General Announcement

Campus Elevator Update Listserv Registration

Free Airfare – Study Abroad Extended Deadlines

submitted by hardaker@augsburg.edu

Deadline extended to May 1 for fall semester programs at Augsburg’s Study Centers!

Free airfare for Mexico and Norway continue until May 1! Other programs may be eligible for additional scholarships and airfare vouchers, inquire with the study abroad office soon.

Open programs include:
Africa
Decolonizing the Mind: Racial and Environmental Justice in Namibia and South Africa

Europe
Conflict, Peace, and Transition in Northern Ireland
Social Systems, Sustainability, and Justice in Norway

Latin America
Communication and Media Studies: Migration & Social Change in Mexico
Liberal Arts, Migration and Social Change in Mexico
New Activisms, Human Rights and Social Justice in Guatemala and Costa Rica

See the Study Abroad Website

Event Announcements

MNSAVES 529 Education Savings Accounts – Webinar

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

MNSAVES makes it easier to save for higher education with triple tax benefits. Not only are Minnesota taxpayers eligible for a state income tax deduction, any earnings in a MNSAVES account grow tax-deferred, and withdrawals are 100% tax free when used for qualified higher education expenses. It’s easy to get started, and your account can go with you if you change jobs.

Join us for a 30-minute webinar on MNSaves 529 accounts:
Monday, April 13
12:30 PM
Register at https://tiaa.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_6017lwn_RkGGQOqk1ABbjQ

Triple Tax Benefits
– State tax deduction of up to $3,000 for married joint filers ($1,500 for those filing single)
-Tax-deferred growth on any earnings
-Tax-free withdrawals for qualified higher education expenses including tuition, fees, room and board, books, and more

Expenses Beyond the Tuition Benefit
While Augsburg provides generous tuition benefits, maintaining a 529 plan is a strategic financial move for several reasons:

– Covers Non-Tuition Expenses: A 529 plan allows you to pay for room and board, books, required technology, and lab fees using tax-free distributions.

– Tax Efficiency for Graduate Studies: Employer-provided tuition assistance over $5,250 for Augsburg graduate programs is usually taxable income. 529 funds can help cover these tax liabilities or additional costs not met by the benefit.

– Educational Flexibility: A 529 provides a safety net if your student decides to attend a school outside the tuition exchange network or if your employment status changes before their graduation.

– Minnesota Tax Benefits: Contributions to a 529 plan qualify for a Minnesota state income tax deduction or credit, and any investment growth remains entirely tax-free when used for qualified education costs.

Register for Webinar

Please Join Us: Art Education Celebration

submitted by alekna@augsburg.edu

Please join the Augsburg University Education Department as we celebrate two of our student artists. Bella Olson and David Mejia spent last summer and fall designing two large wall paintings that now hang in our office hallway. The students created the art in memorial of our dear colleague, Dr. Jennie Diaz, who sadly passed away in spring 2024. The students used Dr. Diaz’s values as inspiration for the pieces. You can read more about the inspiration and intent for this art installation at the link below.

When? Monday April 27th, 5–6pm
Where? Sverdrup Education Suite
What? Light refreshments will be served. The students will share a few words about their process and we will all gather to remember Dr. Diaz, and to celebrate these beautiful works of art.
Who? Anyone and everyone who wants to celebrate these amazing artists and their beautiful art.
Questions? alekna@augsburg.edu

More Information Here

Employees: Meet with a TIAA Financial Conultant

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

Meet with Ted Vickerman ’02 , Financial Consultant with TIAA. Ted is an Augsburg alum and served as Head Coach for the men’s and women’s golf teams frin 2005-2014. He has been in the financial services industry since 2018 and was an advisor at Thrivent Financial, Ameriprise and G4 Wealth Advisors before joining TIAA earlier this year. Ted is excited to provide one-on-one advice for Augsburg employees.

Ted will be on campus Tuesday April 28. Sign up for a one-on-one consultation today at tiaa.org/schedulenow or by calling 800-842-2252.

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No matter where you are in life—whether you’re just getting started or
planning for retirement—a session with a financial consultant can help
you create a plan for your goals. And, it’s at no additional cost as a part of
your retirement plan. You’ll get answers to these questions and more:

– Am I invested in the appropriate mix of investments to help meet my
goals?
– Am I saving enough to create the retirement income I need?
– How do I take income from my retirement account once I stop
working?

Be sure to have investment, retirment, and savings financial statements on hand
for your meeting.

Register Now!

Opening Next Week: Little Shop of Horrors

submitted by gebbengn@augsburg.edu

Little Shop of Horrors
Book by Howard Ashman
Music by Alan Menken
Lyrics by Howard Ashman
Based on the film by Roger Corman, screenplay by Charles Griffith
Directed by Luverne Seifert

April 16–18 | 7 p.m.
April 23–25 | 7 p.m.
April 26 | 3 p.m.

Tjornhom-Nelson Theater, Foss Center

A plant that can make dreams come true…
Or is it a mean green mother from outer space?

After a total eclipse of the sun, the meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names “Audrey II” – after his coworker crush. This foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down and out Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it, BLOOD. Over time, though, Seymour discovers Audrey II’s out of this world origins and intent towards global domination! A hilarious mashup of science fiction, horror, and musical theater, this nostalgic classic boasts Motown-inspired hits like “Git It,” “Suddenly Seymour,” and “Somewhere That’s Green.”

Get your Tickets Here!

Celebrate Colligate Recovery Week with StepUP | April 13 – 17

submitted by severso5@augsburg.edu

StepUP is inviting the entire Augsburg community to celebrate Colligate Recovery Week!
We are hosting 3 campus-wide events to celebrate scholars in recovery!

Free Naloxone Training | Monday, April 13th, 12:00 – 1:00 PM | East Commons, Christensen Center

Bags Tournament | Tuesday, April 14th, 4:30 PM | Murphy Square | Dinner provided

SauceUP: A Hot Ones Event | Friday, April 17th, 6:00 PM | Augsburg Room Christensen Center

SignUP here: https://linktr.ee/stepupprogram

Chris Dixon Shares His Story of Thriving

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

Join us for our final How We Thrive talk of the year.

Chris Dixon is Augsburg University men’s and women’s track and field head coach as well as the Assistant Athletic Director and Director of Athletic Diversity and Inclusion. Chris has also been a DI college athlete, an entrepreneur, a health and fitness education and wellness consultant, and a dad. Come and hear what Chris has to share about how he thrives in our world.

HOW WE THRIVE: STORIES OF WHAT IT MEANS TO THRIVE – TOGETHER.
Chris Dixon
Wednesday April 22, 2026
12:00 p.m. – 12:20 p.m.
Hoversten Chapel

West Bank Food and Culture Talk – Today at Tamu Grill

submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu

The West Bank Business Association is hosting a community meal series highlighting West Bank restaurants, immigrant entrepreneurship, and cultural storytelling through food. These Food and Culture Talks provide an opportunity to get to know West Bank restaurants and to support small businesses in the wake of Operation Metro Surge. Each event will feature a hosted meal and cultural storytelling by a guest speaker. The first Food and Culture Talk is today, April 10, from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM at Tamu Grill (1829 Riverside Ave. S.). Nader Persian Restaurant will host the second Food and Culture Talk on Friday, April 17th at 5:00 PM. Come out and enjoy good food and conversation. Appetizers will be free for the first four tables that arrive!

West Bank Business Association Website

Legacy Celebration – HWT & AASA & PAPM

submitted by urrizaly@augsburg.edu

This annual banquet happening on April 18th from 12-3pm at Foss Chapel recognizes outstanding student leadership and accomplishments at Augsburg. Doors open at 10:30AM. We will present awards, celebrate graduating seniors, honor current leaders, and introduce incoming student leaders. Join us in celebrating the impact and achievements of our Pan-Asian student community! Lunch, breakfast assortments, and a photo booth will be provided. Graduating seniors will receive graduation stoles!Everyone is welcome!

RSVP Form

Maker Space Open House TODAY at 3:30 PM for Faculty & Staff

submitted by riveross@augsburg.edu

Join us TODAY 3:30-5:00 PM in the Makerspace (Hagfors Center 111) for a relaxed, hands-on event where faculty and staff can explore sewing projects and 3D printing in a creative, welcoming space. Whether you want to sew, mend, make, prototype, or simply try something new, this is a chance to have fun making something while connecting with colleagues across campus. See you there!

QUIPOC: Northern Clay Center Workshop

submitted by kelleyf@augsburg.edu

Hi QIPOC family! We hope you can join us in community and creativity on Wednesday, April 15th, from 3:30pm-5:30pm in the Oyaté Commons (located on the ground floor of Christensen). We are hosting the Northern Clay Center again to teach us how to work with and throw clay on a pottery wheel. NCC is a local non-profit art organization located over the highway on Franklin Ave. They will provide all the materials and equipment needed to work with the clay.

There is a limited number of spots available. Please RSVP below to secure your spot.

NCC RSVP From

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