Category: Event Announcements

Schwartz School of the Arts First Friday Lecture Series

submitted by straub@augsburg.edu

Please join us on Friday, September 4, at 12:20 p.m. for the inaugural Schwartz School First Friday Lecture! Leon Wang of Firebird Design will speak on the topic of “Creative Resilience.” All First Friday lectures will take place during community time, starting at 12:20 p.m. in Sateren Auditorium.

Open Streets Cedarfest – September 13

submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu

Open Streets Cedarfest is happening on Sunday, Sept. 13 from 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM at the intersection of Cedar Ave and Riverside Ave, just a few blocks from the Augsburg campus. There will be amazing food, live music on 3 stages, resource tables from local organizations, a maker’s market, lots of fun activities, and much more. Stop by and join this fun and eclectic celebration of the Cedar Riverside neighborhood!

Open Streets Cedarfest

Welcome Back, Auggies – Your Fall Gear and Textbook HQ Is Ready

submitted by leedoua@augsburg.edu

Welcome Back, Auggies!

Whether you’re a returning Auggie or joining the Augsburg family for the very first time, welcome to Fall semester! The Augsburg University Campus Store is your one-stop spot for spirit wear, campus essentials, and textbooks — all just steps from class.

Visit Us
Augsburg University Campus Store— 610 22nd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55454

Standard Store Hours
Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00PM | Saturday & Sunday: Closed

Everything you need this semester:
● Auggies apparel & spirit gear
● Dorm and campus life essentials
● Textbooks & course materials, available through our partner eCampus

Need textbooks? Order, rent, or reserve your course materials for pickup or delivery through our partner eCampus at augsburg.ecampus.com.

Shop the Augsburg Campus Store at https://augsburg.getugear.com/

Get 10% Off Your Next Order:
Subscribe to the Augsburg Campus Store newsletter for early access to new arrivals, sales, and exclusive Auggie deals. Subscribe& Save 10% at https://augsburg.getugear.com/stay-connected.

Here’s to a great semester. Go Auggies!

Sunday Scaries | Weekly All Recovery Meeting

submitted by severso5@augsburg.edu

An All Recovery meeting is a peer-led mutual support meeting open to anyone in or seeking recovery. Recovery is understood broadly — including substance use, but also mental health, disordered eating, gambling, compulsive behaviors, spending, trauma, and other experiences people are actively working to heal from. This meeting is not affiliated with any single program or philosophy.

Every Sunday at 7:30-8:30pm in Old Main 100

Welcome Back, Auggies – Your Fall Gear and Textbook HQ Is Ready

submitted by leedoua@augsburg.edu

Welcome Back, Auggies!

Whether you’re a returning Auggie or joining the Augsburg family for the very first time, welcome to Fall semester! The Augsburg University Campus Store is your one-stop spot for spirit wear, campus essentials, and textbooks — all just steps from class.

Visit Us
Augsburg University Campus Store— 610 22nd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55454

Standard Store Hours
Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00PM | Saturday & Sunday: Closed

Everything you need this semester:
● Auggies apparel & spirit gear
● Dorm and campus life essentials
● Textbooks & course materials, available through our partner eCampus

Need textbooks? Order, rent, or reserve your course materials for pickup or delivery through our partner eCampus at augsburg.ecampus.com.

Shop the Augsburg Campus Store at https://augsburg.getugear.com/

Get 10% Off Your Next Order:
Subscribe to the Augsburg Campus Store newsletter for early access to new arrivals, sales, and exclusive Auggie deals. Subscribe& Save 10% at https://augsburg.getugear.com/stay-connected.

Here’s to a great semester. Go Auggies!

Can’t Make It to the State Fair? Come to the Study Abroad Fair Instead

submitted by morgans1@augsburg.edu

Are you sad because you can’t make it to the MN State Fair this year? Or, are you upset the ticket prices went up? Come to the Study Abroad and Away Fair instead! This FREE event gives you the opportunity to travel the world, get passport stamps, and try lots of international candies! Also, you can enter a raffle for some awesome gift cards!

Join us in the Quad on Wednesday, September 9, from 10am – 2pm! We can’t wait to see you there!

https://studyabroad.augsburg.edu/

The Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

Ross Murray (BA ’00, MBA ’09) will be our speaker at this year’s Christensen Symposium.

Breaking Through and Building Up: Using Your Story to Inspire Action
Wednesday October 21, 2026
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Hoversten Chapel, Augsburg University

We are living at a time when the need for community and truth is more urgent than ever. The barriers we face are political, technological, and cultural. They feel larger than any one person or organization can handle. Yet, in spite of all these barriers, people are organizing around pressing issues and breaking through bubbles of mis- (or dis-) information with authenticity, personal connection, and storytelling. Their motivation for action comes from a variety of sources, but a shared calling is moving people to identify problems and pragmatically work toward solutions, inspiring others to action in the process. Ross will help you understand the influence you already wield and how to inspire and equip people to act for social justice through your media platforms and real-life communities.

Ross Murray (BA ’00, MBA ’09) is the Vice President at the GLAAD Media Institute, where he uses GLAAD’s best practices to provide activist, spokesperson, and media engagement training/education for LGBTQ and allied community members, the media industry, and advocacy organizations to accelerate acceptance.

The Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium

Augsburg University Student Ministry (AUSM) Fall Retreat

submitted by coleda@augsburg.edu

Join us for an overnight retreat September 25-26 at Camp Eden Wood. Transportation, meals, and lodging are all included. Play games, worship by the camp fire, and participate in community building activities. Register now for this free experience. Space is limited. Charter busing departs Augsburg campus at 5 PM on Friday and returns by 4:15 PM Saturday.

Register Now

2026–27 All Hands and Focused Conversation Series

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

All faculty and staff are invited to the 2026–27 All Hands and Focused Conversation series to hear key strategic updates from university leaders. All Hands meetings are held once per semester in Hoversten Chapel and via Zoom; Focused Conversations are held approximately monthly in the Marshall Room and via Zoom. See the All Hands website for more information, including Zoom links.

Fall All Hands Meeting
Thursday, September 17, 2026
11:50 a.m.–12:10 p.m.

October Focused Conversation: Integrated Sustainability Report (Part 1)
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
12:30–1:30 p.m.

November Focused Conversation: Future of Place-Based Work and Community Engaged Learning
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
12:30–1:30 p.m.

December Focused Conversation: Workday Implementation
Thursday, December 10, 2026
12:30–1:30 p.m.

January Focused Conversation: Integrated Sustainability Report (Part 2)
Monday, January 25, 2027
12–1:00 p.m.

Spring 2027 All Hands Meeting
Tuesday, February 9, 2027
11:50 a.m.–12:10 p.m.

March Focused Conversation: Major Facilities Projects
Tuesday, March 30, 2027
12:30–1:30 p.m.

May Focused Conversation: FY2027–28 Budget and Financial Update
Wednesday, May 19, 2027
12–1:00 p.m.

All Hands (login required)

Augsburg University Student Ministry (AUSM) Fall Retreat, Register Now

submitted by coleda@augsburg.edu

Join us for an overnight retreat September 25-26 at Camp Eden Wood. Transportation, meals, and lodging are all included. Play games, worship by the camp fire, and participate in community building activities. Register now for this free experience. Space is limited. Charter busing departs Augsburg campus at 5 PM on Friday and returns by 4:15 PM Saturday.

Register Here

Schwartz School of the Arts First Friday Lecture Series

submitted by straub@augsburg.edu

Please join us on Friday, September 4 at 12:20 p.m. for the inaugural Schwartz School First Friday Lecture! Leon Wang of Firebird Design will speak on the topic of “Creative Resilience.” All First Friday lectures will take place during community time, starting at 12:20 p.m. in Sateren Auditorium.

Schwartz School of the Arts First Friday Lecture Series

submitted by straub@augsburg.edu

Please join us on Friday, September 4 at 12:20 p.m. for the inaugural Schwartz School First Friday Lecture! Leon Wang of Firebird Design will speak on the topic of “Creative Resilience.” All First Friday lectures will take place during community time, starting at 12:20 p.m. in Sateren Auditorium.

Can’t Make It to the State Fair? Come to the Study Abroad Fair Instead

submitted by morgans1@augsburg.edu

Are you sad because you can’t make it to the MN State Fair this year? Or, are you upset the ticket prices went up? Come to the Study Abroad and Away Fair instead! This FREE event gives you the opportunity to travel the world, get passport stamps, and try lots of international candies! Also, you can enter a raffle for some awesome gift cards!

Join us in the Quad on Wednesday, September 9, from 10am – 2pm! We can’t wait to see you there!

https://studyabroad.augsburg.edu/

Campus Ministry Fall Retreat – Register Now

submitted by coleda@augsburg.edu

Join us for an overnight retreat September 25-26 at Camp Eden Wood. Transportation, meals, and lodging are all included. Play games, worship by the camp fire, and participate in community building activities. Register now for this free experience. Space is limited. Charter busing departs Augsburg campus at 5 PM on Friday and returns by 4:15 PM Saturday.

Campus Ministry Fall Retreat Registration

Kick Off Fallapalooza TODAY with Lo-Fi at the Library

submitted by cronink@augsburg.edu

Need a space to get away from the back to school hullabaloo? Relax and unwind at Lindell Library on September 1st from 4:40-6:30pm!

We’ll have puzzles, coloring tables, and lo-fi beats to chill to on the first floor of the library. Whether you want to read, work on a project, or puzzle, everyone is welcome! Students who prefer a silent space to decompress are welcome to bring an activity to the ground floor of the library. Sensory maps are available on the library website at the URL: library.augsburg.edu/sensorymaps

Find out more about Fallapalooza here!

The Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

Ross Murray (BA ’00, MBA ’09) will be our speaker at this year’s Christensen Symposium.

Breaking Through and Building Up: Using Your Story to Inspire Action
Wednesday October 21, 2026
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Hoversten Chapel, Augsburg University

We are living at a time when the need for community and truth is more urgent than ever. The barriers we face are political, technological, and cultural. They feel larger than any one person or organization can handle. Yet, in spite of all these barriers, people are organizing around pressing issues and breaking through bubbles of mis- (or dis-) information with authenticity, personal connection, and storytelling. Their motivation for action comes from a variety of sources, but a shared calling is moving people to identify problems and pragmatically work toward solutions, inspiring others to action in the process. Ross will help you understand the influence you already wield and how to inspire and equip people to act for social justice through your media platforms and real-life communities.

Ross Murray (BA ’00, MBA ’09) is the Vice President at the GLAAD Media Institute, where he uses GLAAD’s best practices to provide activist, spokesperson, and media engagement training/education for LGBTQ and allied community members, the media industry, and advocacy organizations to accelerate acceptance.

The Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium

Join in Opening Convocation—Tuesday, September 1

submitted by gubrud@augsburg.edu

Opening Convocation – the official kick-off event for the 2026-27 academic year – is scheduled for Tuesday, September 1, with the line-up beginning at 10:20am on the Edor Nelson Field (a.k.a. the athletic field). Please plan to wear Auggie gear or, if you’re a faculty member, you can wear your regalia. As is Auggie tradition, all faculty and staff are invited to join in the traditional clapping tunnel as the students process out of the opening convocation.

The Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

Ross Murray (BA ’00, MBA ’09) will be our speaker at this year’s Christensen Symposium.

Breaking Through and Building Up: Using Your Story to Inspire Action
Wednesday October 21, 2026
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Hoversten Chapel, Augsburg University

We are living at a time when the need for community and truth is more urgent than ever. The barriers we face are political, technological, and cultural. They feel larger than any one person or organization can handle. Yet, in spite of all these barriers, people are organizing around pressing issues and breaking through bubbles of mis- (or dis-) information with authenticity, personal connection, and storytelling. Their motivation for action comes from a variety of sources, but a shared calling is moving people to identify problems and pragmatically work toward solutions, inspiring others to action in the process. Ross will help you understand the influence you already wield and how to inspire and equip people to act for social justice through your media platforms and real-life communities.

Ross Murray (BA ’00, MBA ’09) is the Vice President at the GLAAD Media Institute, where he uses GLAAD’s best practices to provide activist, spokesperson, and media engagement training/education for LGBTQ and allied community members, the media industry, and advocacy organizations to accelerate acceptance.

The Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium

Sunday Scaries: All Recovery Meeting

submitted by severso5@augsburg.edu

An All Recovery meeting is a peer-led mutual support meeting open to anyone in or seeking recovery. Recovery is understood broadly — including substance use, but also mental health, disordered eating, gambling, compulsive behaviors, spending, trauma, and other experiences people are actively working to heal from. This meeting is not affiliated with any single program or philosophy.

We meet every Sunday at 7:30-8:30 PM in Old Main 100

Registration not required

Welcome Back, Auggies! Your Fall Gear and Textbook HQ Is Ready

submitted by leedoua@augsburg.edu

Welcome Back, Auggies!

Whether you’re a returning Auggie or joining the Augsburg family for the very first time, welcome to Fall semester! The Augsburg University Campus Store is your one-stop spot for spirit wear, campus essentials, and textbooks — all just steps from class.

Visit Us
Augsburg University Campus Store— 610 22nd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55454

Standard Store Hours
Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00PM | Saturday & Sunday: Closed

Everything you need this semester:
● Auggies apparel & spirit gear
● Dorm and campus life essentials
● Textbooks & course materials, available through our partner eCampus

Need textbooks? Order, rent, or reserve your course materials for pickup or delivery through our partner eCampus at augsburg.ecampus.com.

Shop the Augsburg Campus Store at https://augsburg.getugear.com/

Get 10% Off Your Next Order:
Subscribe to the Augsburg Campus Store newsletter for early access to new arrivals, sales, and exclusive Auggie deals. Subscribe& Save 10% at https://augsburg.getugear.com/stay-connected.

Here’s to a great semester. Go Auggies!

Play on the Augsburg Women’s Lacrosse Team

submitted by collierh@augsburg.edu

Join the Augsburg Women’s Lacrosse Team!

We’re looking for new teammates to join the Augsburg Women’s Lacrosse family! Whether you’ve been playing lacrosse for years or are interested in learning one of the NCAA’s fastest-growing women’s sports we’d love to hear from you. Previous lacrosse experience is always a plus, but it’s not required.

We’re looking for student-athletes who are great teammates, bring a positive attitude, are willing to work hard, compete every day, and are committed to getting better. If you’re ready to challenge yourself, grow as both a player and a person, and be part of a supportive team culture, there’s a place for you here.

If you’re interested, contact Coach C (collierh@augsburg.edu)

Join in Opening Convocation—Tuesday, September 1

submitted by gubrud@augsburg.edu

Opening Convocation – the official kick-off event for the 2026-27 academic year – is scheduled for Tuesday, September 1 with the line-up beginning at 10:20am on the Edor Nelson Field (a.k.a. the athletic field). Please plan to wear Auggie gear or, if you’re a faculty member, you can wear your regalia. As is Auggie tradition, all faculty and staff are invited to join in the traditional clapping tunnel as the students process out of the opening convocation.

2026 Christensen Symposium (October 21)

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

The Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium

Ross Murray (BA ’00, MBA ’09) will be our speaker at this year’s Christensen Symposium.

Breaking Through and Building Up: Using Your Story to Inspire Action
Wednesday October 21, 2026
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Hoversten Chapel, Augsburg University

We are living at a time when the need for community and truth is more urgent than ever. The barriers we face are political, technological, and cultural. They feel larger than any one person or organization can handle. Yet, in spite of all these barriers, people are organizing around pressing issues and breaking through bubbles of mis- (or dis-) information with authenticity, personal connection, and storytelling. Their motivation for action comes from a variety of sources, but a shared calling is moving people to identify problems and pragmatically work toward solutions, inspiring others to action in the process. Ross will help you understand the influence you already wield and how to inspire and equip people to act for social justice through your media platforms and real-life communities.

Ross Murray (BA ’00, MBA ’09) is the Vice President at the GLAAD Media Institute, where he uses GLAAD’s best practices to provide activist, spokesperson, and media engagement training/education for LGBTQ and allied community members, the media industry, and advocacy organizations to accelerate acceptance.

The Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium

Staff and Faculty Ice Cream Social – TODAY

submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu

Please join us in the Quad today (8/25), 3:30 – 5:00 p.m., for a staff and faculty ice cream social. Come, make a sundae with your favorite toppings and join your colleagues from across campus as we kick off the start of the 2026-27 academic year.

If you need a dairy-free option, please contact Shannon Obey in the Events office at obeys@augsburg.edu

Staff and Faculty Ice Cream Social – August 25

submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu

Please join us in the Quad, on Tues. Aug. 25, 3:30 – 5:00 p.m., for a staff and faculty ice cream social. Come, make a sundae with your favorite toppings and join your colleagues from across campus as we kick off the start of the 2026-27 academic year.

If you need a dairy-free option, please contact Shannon Obey in the Events office at obeys@augsburg.edu

Staff and Faculty Ice Cream Social – August 25

submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu

Please join us in the Quad, on Tues. Aug. 25, 3:30 – 5:00 p.m., for a staff and faculty ice cream social. Come, make a sundae with your favorite toppings and join your colleagues from across campus as we kick off the start of the 2026-27 academic year.

If you need a dairy-free option, please contact Shannon Obey in the Events office at obeys@augsburg.edu

Staff and Faculty Ice Cream Social – August 25

submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu

Please join us in the Quad, on Tues. Aug. 25, 3:30 – 5:00 p.m., for a staff and faculty ice cream social. Come, make a sundae with your favorite toppings and join your colleagues from across campus as we kick off the start of the 2026-27 academic year.

If you need a dairy-free option, please contact Shannon Obey in the Events office at obeys@augsburg.edu

Yoga in the Garden TODAY

submitted by klawiter@augsburg.edu

Stretch and root your body to the earth. Breathe and water your spirit. Yoga teaches us that wherever we put our care and attention life grows. Join us in the Augsburg Community Garden on Thursday Aug 20, 10:30-11:30am for a gentle yoga practice led by Ananya Dance Theatre.

The class is designed for families to participate together. Bring a towel or blanket! Snacks and water provided. No prior yoga experience necessary.

Thurs. 20th from 10:30-11:30am in the Community Garden next to Hagfors!

Staff and Faculty Ice Cream Social – August 25

submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu

Please join us in the Quad, on Tues. Aug. 25, 3:30 – 5:00 p.m., for a staff and faculty ice cream social. Come, make a sundae with your favorite toppings and join your colleagues from across campus as we kick off the start of the 2026-27 academic year.

If you need a dairy-free option, please contact Shannon Obey in the Events office at obeys@augsburg.edu

Yoga in the Garden

submitted by klawiter@augsburg.edu

Stretch and root your body to the earth. Breathe and water your spirit. Yoga teaches us that wherever we put our care and attention life grows. Join us in the Augsburg Community Garden on Thursday Aug 20, 10:30-11:30am for a gentle yoga practice led by Ananya Dance Theatre.

The class is designed for families to participate together. Bring a towel or blanket! Snacks and water provided. No prior yoga experience necessary.

Thurs. 20th from 10:30-11:30am in the Community Garden next to Hagfors!

The Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

Ross Murray (BA ’00, MBA ’09) will be our speaker at this year’s Christensen Symposium.

Breaking Through and Building Up: Using Your Story to Inspire Action
Wednesday October 21, 2026
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Hoversten Chapel, Augsburg University

We are living at a time when the need for community and truth is more urgent than ever. The barriers we face are political, technological, and cultural. They feel larger than any one person or organization can handle. Yet, in spite of all these barriers, people are organizing around pressing issues and breaking through bubbles of mis- (or dis-) information with authenticity, personal connection, and storytelling. Their motivation for action comes from a variety of sources, but a shared calling is moving people to identify problems and pragmatically work toward solutions, inspiring others to action in the process. Ross will help you understand the influence you already wield and how to inspire and equip people to act for social justice through your media platforms and real-life communities.

Ross Murray (BA ’00, MBA ’09) is the Vice President at the GLAAD Media Institute, where he uses GLAAD’s best practices to provide activist, spokesperson, and media engagement training/education for LGBTQ and allied community members, the media industry, and advocacy organizations to accelerate acceptance.

The Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium

Yoga in the Garden

submitted by klawiter@augsburg.edu

Stretch and root your body to the earth. Breathe and water your spirit. Yoga teaches us that wherever we put our care and attention life grows. Join us in the Augsburg Community Garden on Thursday Aug 20, 10:30-11:30am for a gentle yoga practice led by Ananya Dance Theatre.

The class is designed for families to participate together. Bring a towel or blanket! Snacks and water provided. No prior yoga experience necessary.

Thurs. 20th from 10:30-11:30am in the Community Garden next to Hagfors!

Staff and Faculty Ice Cream Social – August 25

submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu

Please join us in the Quad, on Tues. Aug. 25, 3:30 – 5:00 p.m., for a staff and faculty ice cream social. Come, make a sundae with your favorite toppings and join your colleagues from across campus as we kick off the start of the 2026-27 academic year.

If you need a dairy-free option, please contact Shannon Obey in the Events office at obeys@augsburg.edu

Navigate Training

submitted by richardk@augsburg.edu

New to Navigate360 or in need of a refresher? This two-part series offers role-specific sessions for advisors and faculty, each providing a structured introduction to the platform’s core features and essential workflows. Participants will explore foundational tools. Individuals who serve in both faculty and advising capacities are encouraged to attend both sessions to ensure comprehensive coverage of role-based functionality.

Getting Started with Navigate360 for Advisors (August 18)

Getting Started with Navigate360 for Faculty (August 20)

Note: You will need to create an EAB account to register for the training.

Register for Session

Navigate Training

submitted by richardk@augsburg.edu

New to Navigate360 or in need of a refresher? This two-part series offers role-specific sessions for advisors and faculty, each providing a structured introduction to the platform’s core features and essential workflows. Participants will explore foundational tools. Individuals who serve in both faculty and advising capacities are encouraged to attend both sessions to ensure comprehensive coverage of role-based functionality.

Getting Started with Navigate360 for Advisors (August 18)

Getting Started with Navigate360 for Faculty (August 20)

Note: You will need to create an EAB account to register for the training.

Register for Session

Yoga in the Garden

submitted by klawiter@augsburg.edu

Stretch and root your body to the earth. Breathe and water your spirit. Yoga teaches us that wherever we put our care and attention life grows. Join us in the Augsburg Community Garden on Thursday Aug 20, 10:30-11:30am for a gentle yoga practice led by Ananya Dance Theatre.

The class is designed for families to participate together. Bring a towel or blanket! Snacks and water provided. No prior yoga experience necessary.

Staff and Faculty Ice Cream Social – August 25

submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu

Please join us in the Quad, on Tues. Aug. 25, 3:30 – 5:00 p.m., for a staff and faculty ice cream social. Come, make a sundae with your favorite toppings and join your colleagues from across campus as we kick off the start of the 2026-27 academic year.

If you need a dairy-free option, please contact Shannon Obey in the Events office at obeys@augsburg.edu

TODAY 10-11:30 AM – Celebration for Janet and Jennifer

submitted by haines@augsburg.edu

Jennifer Brookins-King and Janet Morales have been stalwarts of the NSF funded PRISM scholars program for several years.  Their last day in this role is August 15, 2026.  But is it not their last day on campus.  Jennifer is signed up to teach AugSem in fall (whoo hoo!) and Janet is moving to Admissions as Associate Director of Admissions, PSEO (whoo hoo!).

Stop by today to celebrate celebrate Jennifer and Janet and all their accomplishments at Augsburg in support of our awesome STEM students and programs.

Today, Wednesday, August 12
10:00-11:30 AM.  
Hagfors 101

Stop by and celebrate!

The Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

Ross Murray (BA ’00, MBA ’09) will be our speaker at this year’s Christensen Symposium.

Breaking Through and Building Up: Using Your Story to Inspire Action
Wednesday October 21, 2026
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Hoversten Chapel, Augsburg University

We are living at a time when the need for community and truth is more urgent than ever. The barriers we face are political, technological, and cultural. They feel larger than any one person or organization can handle. Yet, in spite of all these barriers, people are organizing around pressing issues and breaking through bubbles of mis- (or dis-) information with authenticity, personal connection, and storytelling. Their motivation for action comes from a variety of sources, but a shared calling is moving people to identify problems and pragmatically work toward solutions, inspiring others to action in the process. Ross will help you understand the influence you already wield and how to inspire and equip people to act for social justice through your media platforms and real-life communities.

Ross Murray (BA ’00, MBA ’09) is the Vice President at the GLAAD Media Institute, where he uses GLAAD’s best practices to provide activist, spokesperson, and media engagement training/education for LGBTQ and allied community members, the media industry, and advocacy organizations to accelerate acceptance.

The Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium

TODAY: Primary Election Polling in Marshall Room

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Today is the 2026 primary election in Minnesota. A polling place will be open in the Marshall Room, Christensen Center, from 7 a.m.–8 p.m. Voters will select candidates to advance to the November general election in partisan races (such as governor, U.S. senator, U.S. representative, state representative, and MN attorney general) and nonpartisan races (such as county attorney and school board).

For more information, including about who can vote, how to register to vote (including at your polling place), and different ways to vote in Minnesota, visit Augsburg’s voter engagement website.

If you have questions about voting or need help, you can call or text the Minnesota Secretary of State call center from 8 a.m.–4 p.m..

CALL: 1-877-600-VOTE (8683)
TEXT: 651-217-3862

Voter Engagement and Information

Yoga in the Garden

submitted by klawiter@augsburg.edu

Stretch and root your body to the earth. Breathe and water your spirit. Yoga teaches us that wherever we put our care and attention life grows. Join us in the Augsburg Community Garden on Thursday Aug 20, 10:30-11:30am for a gentle yoga practice led by Ananya Dance Theatre.

The class is designed for families to participate together. Bring a towel or blanket! Snacks and water provided. No prior yoga experience necessary.

Staff and Faculty Ice Cream Social – August 25

submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu

Please join us in the Quad, on Tues. Aug. 25, 3:30 – 5:00 p.m., for a staff and faculty ice cream social. Come, make a sundae with your favorite toppings and join your colleagues from across campus as we kick off the start of the 2026-27 academic year.

If you need a dairy-free option, please contact Shannon Obey in the Events office at obeys@augsburg.edu

TOMORROW: 2026 Primary Election

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Tuesday, August 11 is the 2026 primary election in Minnesota. A polling place will be open in the Marshall Room, Christensen Center, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Voters will select candidates to advance to the November general election in partisan races (such as governor, U.S. senator, U.S. representative, state representative, and MN attorney general) and nonpartisan races (such as county attorney and school board).

For more information, including about who can vote, how to register to vote (including at your polling place), and different ways to vote in Minnesota, visit Augsburg’s voter engagement website. Please note that primary election day is not an Augsburg holiday.

Voter Engagement and Information

Staff and Faculty Ice Cream Social – August 25

submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu

Please join us in the Quad, on Tues. Aug. 25, 3:30 – 5:00 p.m., for a staff and faculty ice cream social. Come, make a sundae with your favorite toppings and join your colleagues from across campus as we kick off the start of the 2026-27 academic year.

If you need a dairy-free option, please contact Shannon Obey in the Events office at obeys@augsburg.edu

Staff and Faculty Ice Cream Social – August 25

submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu

Please join us in the Quad, on Tues. Aug. 25, 3:30 – 5:00 p.m., for a staff and faculty ice cream social. Come, make a sundae with your favorite toppings and join your colleagues from across campus as we kick off the start of the 2026-27 academic year.

If you need a dairy-free option, please contact Shannon Obey in the Events office at obeys@augsburg.edu

Staff and Faculty Ice Cream Social – August 25

submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu

Please join us in the Quad, on Tues. Aug. 25, 3:30 – 5:00 p.m., for a staff and faculty ice cream social. Come, make a sundae with your favorite toppings and join your colleagues from across campus as we kick off the start of the 2026-27 academic year.

If you need a dairy-free option, please contact Shannon Obey in the Events office at obeys@augsburg.edu

Primary Election: Tuesday, August 11

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Tuesday, August 11 is the 2026 primary election in Minnesota. A polling place will be open in the Marshall Room, Christensen Center, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Voters will select candidates to advance to the November general election in partisan races (such as governor, U.S. senator, U.S. representative, state representative, and MN attorney general) and nonpartisan races (such as county attorney and school board).

For more information, including about who can vote, how to register to vote (including at your polling place), and different ways to vote in Minnesota, visit Augsburg’s voter engagement website. Please note that primary election day is not an Augsburg holiday.

Voter Engagement and Information

Staff and Faculty Ice Cream Social – August 25

submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu

Please join us in the Quad, on Tues. Aug. 25, 3:30 – 5:00 p.m., for a staff and faculty ice cream social. Come, make a sundae with your favorite toppings and join your colleagues from across campus as we kick off the start of the 2026-27 academic year.

If you need a dairy-free option, please contact Shannon Obey in the Events office at obeys@augsburg.edu

Augsburg Football Kickoff and Fundraiser

submitted by wareki@augsburg.edu

Kick off the 2026 football season with the Augsburg Football family!

Join us on Monday, August 10, 2026, at 5:00 PM in Foss Hall for an evening of tailgate-themed fun while supporting Augsburg Football.

️ Tickets: $30

Your evening includes:

Meet the 2026 Augsburg Football Team
Connect with alumni, parents, families, and fans
Silent Auction
Raffles
Auggie Football Trivia
Cash Bar (Beer & Wine)

This event is a great opportunity to celebrate the upcoming season while helping provide our student-athletes with pregame meals and our fueling station throughout the year.

Reserve your tickets today:
https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=826b756e-e843-41fd-b485-258f720c4b03&envId=p-QWbpCHti9EWDeCMOFFaH_Q&zone=usa

Can’t attend? Please consider making a donation through the registration link. Every contribution directly supports the experience and success of our student-athletes.

We look forward to seeing you as we celebrate another exciting season of Augsburg Football!

ATTACK SUCCESS!

Registration link

Black Business Week Festival at ADC – July 31

submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu

Stop by the African Development Center (1931 S. 5th St) this Friday from 10:30 am – 4:30 pm to celebrate Minnesota’s vibrant community of Black-owned businesses. The Black Business Week Festival, hosted in ADC’s parking lot, will include food, local vendors, business resources, and a variety of activities.

Black Business Week Festival at ADC – July 31

submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu

Stop by the African Development Center (1931 S. 5th St) this Friday, July 31, from 10:30 am – 4:30 pm to celebrate Minnesota’s vibrant community of Black-owned businesses. The Black Business Week Festival, hosted in ADC’s parking lot, will include food, local vendors, business resources, and a variety of activities.

Black Business Week Festival at ADC – July 31

submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu

Stop by the African Development Center (1931 S. 5th St) this Friday, July 31, from 10:30 am – 4:30 pm to celebrate Minnesota’s vibrant community of Black-owned businesses. The Black Business Week Festival, hosted in ADC’s parking lot, will include food, local vendors, business resources, and a variety of activities.

Special Faculty and Staff Ticket Rate for Promising Futures Gala

submitted by cjohnson@augsburg.edu

Augsburg Faculty and Staff are encouraged to consider joining a truly spectacular event — Augsburg’s Promising Futures: A Celebration Gala!

We are pleased to share a discounted rate on tickets for Augsburg faculty and staff.

Faculty & staff tickets: $125
To register: https://augsburg.edu/galatickets
Use promo code: FACSTAFF

Discounted pricing is limited to two tickets per person.

Please note that this is not a retirement event. There will be opportunities to celebrate with Paul Pribbenow throughout the year, including a service of sending and reception in spring 2027.

Learn more about Promising Futures: A Celebration Gala

Special Faculty and Staff Ticket Rate for Promising Futures Gala

submitted by cjohnson@augsburg.edu

Augsburg Faculty and Staff are encouraged to consider joining a truly spectacular event — Augsburg’s Promising Futures: A Celebration Gala!

We are pleased to share a discounted rate on tickets for Augsburg faculty and staff.

Faculty & staff tickets: $125
To register: https://augsburg.edu/galatickets
Use promo code: FACSTAFF

Discounted pricing is limited to two tickets per person.

Please note that this is not a retirement event. There will be opportunities to celebrate with Paul Pribbenow throughout the year, including a service of sending and reception in spring 2027.

Learn more about Promising Futures: A Celebration Gala

Special Faculty and Staff Ticket Rate for Promising Futures Gala

submitted by cjohnson@augsburg.edu

Augsburg Faculty and Staff are encouraged to consider joining a truly spectacular event — Augsburg’s Promising Futures: A Celebration Gala!

We are pleased to share a discounted rate on tickets for Augsburg faculty and staff.

Faculty & staff tickets: $125
Use promo code: FACSTAFF

Enter the promo code when registering at augsburg.edu/galatickets.
Discounted pricing is limited to two tickets per person.

Please note that this is not a retirement event. There will be opportunities to celebrate with Paul throughout the year, including a service of sending and reception in spring 2027.

To learn more about the gala, visit https://www.augsburg.edu/promisingfutures/gala/

Special Faculty and Staff Ticket Rate for Promising Futures Gala

submitted by cjohnson@augsburg.edu

Augsburg Faculty and Staff are encouraged to consider joining a truly spectacular event — Augsburg’s Promising Futures: A Celebration Gala!

We are pleased to share a discounted rate on tickets for Augsburg faculty and staff.

Faculty & staff tickets: $125
To register: https://augsburg.edu/galatickets
Use promo code: FACSTAFF

Discounted pricing is limited to two tickets per person.

Please note that this is not a retirement event. There will be opportunities to celebrate with Paul Pribbenow throughout the year, including a service of sending and reception in spring 2027.

Learn more about Promising Futures: A Celebration Gala

TONIGHT: Revival in Resistance Concert

submitted by green5@augsburg.edu

Please join us for Revival in Resistance, an evening of music, community, and remembrance honoring the lives of Renee Good and Alex Pretti. The heart of the night is the world premiere of a new composition by Anthony Sabatine ’27, performed by his jazz quartet. The piece explores the healing power of music and its role in protest.

WHEN
Monday, July 20, 2026 (free admission)
7:00 PM: Dinner and Jazz Combo
8:00 PM: Composition Premiere and Discussion

WHERE
Pimento Jamaican Kitchen
2524 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis

Download Concert Poster

Revival in Resistance, July 20

submitted by green5@augsburg.edu

Please join us for Revival in Resistance, an evening of music, community, and remembrance honoring the lives of Renee Good and Alex Pretti. The heart of the night is the world premiere of a new composition by Anthony Sabatine ’27, performed by his jazz quartet. The piece explores the healing power of music and its role in protest.

WHEN
Monday, July 20, 2026 (free admission)
7:00 PM: Dinner and Jazz Combo
8:00 PM: Composition Premiere and Discussion

WHERE
Pimento Jamaican Kitchen
2524 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis

Download Concert Poster

Bearing Witness: Community Story Telling Event – TODAY

submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu

Join the Advocates for Human rights and Witness for Justice for a Moth-style storytelling event today, July 14, at the Cedar Cultural Center. The event will bring together court observers, community members, and advocates to share powerful stories. Participants will reflect on how storytelling deepens understanding, honors dignity, and moves systems toward meaningful change.

Sponsored by the Acacia Center for Justice, the event is free and open to the public. Doors open at 6:00 PM—enjoy light refreshments and snacks, connect with fellow community members, and find your seat before the storytelling program begins at 6:30 PM. Use the link below to RSVP.

Event Details/RSVP

Bearing Witness: Community Story Telling Event – July 14

submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu

Join the Advocates for Human rights and Witness for Justice for a Moth-style storytelling event on July 14 at the Cedar Cultural Center. The event will bring together court observers, community members, and advocates to share powerful stories. Participants will reflect on how storytelling deepens understanding, honors dignity, and moves systems toward meaningful change.

Sponsored by the Acacia Center for Justice, the event is free and open to the public. Doors open at 6:00 PM—enjoy light refreshments and snacks, connect with fellow community members, and find your seat before the storytelling program begins at 6:30 PM. Use the link below to RSVP.

Further Event Details/RSVP

Violins of Hope: Voices of Hope and Resilience TODAY

submitted by bergmanr@augsburg.edu

Presented by the Minnesota JCC in collaboration with the Minnesota Sinfonia, the community is invited to experience Violins of Hope, a collection of restored string instruments once played by Jewish musicians—many of whom later perished in the Holocaust. Thanks to the generosity of Diane and Paul Jacobson, on Tuesday, June 23, Augsburg University’s Music Department in the Schwartz School of the Arts will host a symposium, chamber concert, community dinner, and orchestra concert highlighting Jewish-themed music in remembrance of the millions of Jews murdered during the Holocaust. Presenters include faculty from Augsburg University, University of Minnesota, and Carleton College, and the Minnesota Sinfonia.

Event Schedule:

2:00–4:00 PM – Symposium (Sateren)
4:15–5:00 PM – Chamber Music Concert (Sateren)
5:15–6:30 PM – Cocktail Hour / Dinner (Foss)
6:45 PM – Pre-concert Lecture (Sateren)
7:30 PM – MN Sinfonia Concert (Hoversten)

All events are free and open to the public. For more information and to register, please see the link below.

We hope you’ll join us for this unique and moving experience.

https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/augsburg/L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50LzQ2NA==

A Farewell Celebration for Librarian Tanya TODAY

submitted by fillbran@augsburg.edu

Please join us on the street level of the Lindell Library this afternoon, Wednesday, June 17th, from 1-2:30pm to bid a fond farewell to Tanya Gunkel, our School of Business Instruction and Outreach Librarian. There will be snacks, games, and celebration of Tanya and all the wonderful work she has done at Augsburg!
We look forward to seeing you!

A Farewell Celebration for Librarian Tanya, Wednesday, June 17

submitted by fillbran@augsburg.edu

Please join us on the street level of the Lindell Library on Wednesday, June 17th, from 1-2:30pm to bid a fond farewell to Tanya Gunkel, our School of Business Instruction and Outreach Librarian. There will be snacks, games, and celebration of Tanya and all the wonderful work she has done at Augsburg!
We look forward to seeing you!

A Farewell Celebration for Librarian Tanya, Wednesday, June 17

submitted by fillbran@augsburg.edu

Please join us on the street level of the Lindell Library next Wednesday, June 17th, from 1-2:30pm to bid a fond farewell to Tanya Gunkel, our School of Business liaison and Instruction and Outreach Librarian. There will be snacks, games, and celebration of Tanya and all the wonderful work she has done at Augsburg!
We look forward to seeing you!

Tell Me a Story Campaign

submitted by starckl@augsburg.edu

The local nonprofit Threads Dance Project (one of our neighbors!) is hosting a summer writing contest and hoping that members of the Augsburg community will participate.

Participants are asked to create a piece of writing inspired by one of four photographs from the Threads archives. Two winners will be chosen, and their work will be transformed and choreographed into a live performance piece that will be presented this fall.

Learn more here!

Tell Me a Story Campaign

submitted by starckl@augsburg.edu

The local nonprofit Threads Dance Project (one of our neighbors!) is hosting a summer writing contest and hoping that members of the Augsburg community will participate.

Participants are asked to create a piece of writing inspired by one of four photographs from the Threads archives. Two winners will be chosen, and their work will be transformed and choreographed into a live performance piece that will be presented this fall.

Learn more here!

THRIVE Book Presentation: From Invisible to Valuable

submitted by madrids@augsburg.edu

THRIVE by Augsburg University invites students, faculty, staff, and community members to a special book presentation and conversation with Dr. Yacoub Aljaffery, author of From Invisible to Valuable. Facilitated by Dr. Sergio Madrid-Aranda, this event will explore themes of identity, belonging, scholarship, and community through an engaging discussion with the author. A halal dinner will be provided for attendees.

Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Time: 4:30–6:00 p.m.
Location: Hoversten Chapel.
RSVP Deadline: May 19, 2026
For RSVP Click Here Information or questions, contact thriveprogram@augsburg.edu.

We hope you will join us for this inspiring community conversation hosted by THRIVE at Augsburg University.

https://www.augsburg.edu/education/thrive/

TODAY: Focused Conversation on FY27 Budget and Promising Futures Campaign

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

All faculty and staff are invited to the May Focused Conversation today. CFO Rahfat Hussein will discuss the FY2026–27 budget. Vice President for Institutional Advancement Amy Alkire and Associate Vice President for Institutional Advancement Sarah Erkkinen will provide an update about the Promising Futures: Faithful and Relevant campaign.

May Focused Conversation
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
12:30–1:30 p.m.
Marshall Room or via Zoom

To view the Focused Conversation schedule and access the livestream link, visit the All Hands page.

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