Category: Event Announcements

submitted by premob@augsburg.edu

Hello Social Work students! Hope you’re having a fantastic summer!

The NASW Student Affinity Group is having a kickoff meeting tonight on Zoom (link below) at 6:30 pm (8/21)

We hope to get to know everyone, set some of our goals for this year, and schedule further affinity group meetings.

Stay tuned for upcoming group announcements for further monthly meetings and events throughout the year.

If you have any questions please feel free to email premob@augsburg.edu

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Registration and Zoom Information

submitted by gubrud@augsburg.edu

Opening Convocation – the official kick-off event for the 2024-25 academic year – is scheduled for Tuesday, August 27 at 10:50am in Si Melby. Members of faculty and staff are invited to form a clapping tunnel to welcome students. If you plan to be in the clapping tunnel, you may wear regalia or Auggie gear. Line up is scheduled for 10:20am along 71/2 th Street between Murphy Square and Anderson Music Hall. Also, a gentle reminder to seasoned Augsburg faculty and staff, consider inviting those who are new or newer to our community to join you in attending. If you are new faculty or staff or have never attended this before, it can be intimidating to know where and how to attend.

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Imagine Cedarfest is a big, family-friendly block party for neighborhood connection and community organization. This event is a fantastic way to experience artists, musicians, and local businesses from the neighborhood and imagine a better future together.

When the Minnesota Highway Commission (now the Minnesota Department of Transportation or MnDOT) routed and constructed I-94 through the urban core of the Twin Cities in the ’60s, it destroyed hundreds of homes and businesses and displaced thousands. Now, as MnDOT evaluates options for the highway’s future, we have the opportunity to influence one of the biggest policy decisions in decades.

BONUS! Got a Weinie Dog?! Start training now and register for the Weinie Dog Race!!!
This is the second annual Wienery Wiener and Wiener-Wannabe Dog Race. This will take place on Sunday September 8th in front of the Wienery during the Imagine Cedarfest event.

We will see how many registrants we get. If we have enough “pure” dachsunds, we will run a separate race just for wiener dogs. Otherwise, we will group dogs by size to try to keep things fair. We may also choose to run multiple heats.

Register for the race here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScvJUYs5TQ8SSH0wWs62wwxmS5FeJYjI4ASS6GHyQKTA_d1UA/viewform

For more information visit: https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/imagine-cedarfest/

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Wanna learn more about Cedar-Riverside and Augsburg’s role in the neighborhood? Interested in the best spots for coffee, lunch, drinks, music, theater…and MORE?! Join your friendly community-engaged learning colleague, Jenean Gilmer, for a short presentation and walk/roll around the neighborhood. We’ll spend about twenty minutes on a presentation/lecture and walk for one hour, about one mile total. If it’s hot or rainy, bring an umbrella (for shade creation and water protection), and make sure to wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. Meet in Oren Gateway 100 at 1:30, we’ll leave from there at 2:00 pm.

Please email gilmerje@augsburg.edu with any questions.

submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu

Please join us in the Quad on Tues. Aug. 20, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. for a staff and faculty ice cream social. Take a break and gather to enjoy time with colleagues and a make-your-own sundae bar.

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Wanna learn more about Cedar-Riverside and Augsburg’s role in the neighborhood? Interested in the best spots for coffee, lunch, drinks, music, theater…and MORE?! Join your friendly community-engaged learning colleague, Jenean Gilmer, for a short presentation and walk/roll around the neighborhood. We’ll spend about twenty minutes on a presentation/lecture and walk for one hour, about one mile total. If it’s hot or rainy, bring an umbrella (for shade creation and water protection), and make sure to wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. Meet in Oren Gateway 100 at 1:30, we’ll leave from there at 2:00 pm. Everyone is welcome!

Please email gilmerje@augsburg.edu with any questions.

submitted by gubrud@augsburg.edu

Opening Convocation – the official kick-off event for the 2024-25 academic year – is scheduled for Tuesday, August 27 at 10:50am in Si Melby. Members of faculty and staff are invited to form a clapping tunnel to welcome students. If you plan to be in the clapping tunnel, you may wear regalia or Auggie gear. Line up is scheduled for 10:20am along 71/2 th Street between Murphy Square and Anderson Music Hall. Also, a gentle reminder to seasoned Augsburg faculty and staff, consider inviting those who are new or newer to our community to join you in attending. If you are new faculty or staff or have never attended this before, it can be intimidating to know where and how to attend.

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Join our 100th Anniversary Tailgate Party: Celebrating 100 Years of Augsburg Athletics during Homecoming on October 12, 2024, as we enjoy conversations, drinks, and a brief program honoring our history and celebrating what’s to come.

This event is open to the Augsburg community—athletics, alumni, family and friends, staff, and faculty—as we celebrate our rich athletic history.

100th Anniversary Tailgate Party
Celebrating 100 Years of Augsburg Athletics
October 12, 2024
2:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Augsburg University, Lot J
Program: 3:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center
Cost: $25 for 21+ | $15 for under 21

Registration Details

submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu

Please join us in the Quad on Tues. Aug. 20, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. for a staff and faculty ice cream social. Take a break and gather to enjoy time with colleagues and a make-your-own sundae bar.

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Join our 100th Anniversary Tailgate Party: Celebrating 100 Years of Augsburg Athletics during Homecoming on October 12, 2024, as we enjoy conversations, drinks, and a brief program honoring our history and celebrating what’s to come.

This event is open to the Augsburg community—athletics, alumni, family and friends, staff, and faculty—as we celebrate our rich athletic history.

100th Anniversary Tailgate Party
Celebrating 100 Years of Augsburg Athletics
October 12, 2024
2:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Augsburg University, Lot J
Program: 3:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center
Cost: $25 for 21+ | $15 for under 21

Registration Details

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Join our 100th Anniversary Tailgate Party: Celebrating 100 Years of Augsburg Athletics during Homecoming on October 12, 2024, as we enjoy conversations, drinks, and a brief program honoring our history and celebrating what’s to come.

This event is open to the Augsburg community—athletics, alumni, family and friends, staff, and faculty—as we celebrate our rich athletic history.

100th Anniversary Tailgate Party
Celebrating 100 Years of Augsburg Athletics
October 12, 2024
2:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Augsburg University, Lot J
Program: 3:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center
Cost: $25 for 21+ | $15 for under 21

Registration Details

submitted by obeys@augsburg.edu

University Events has been working hard to launch a new request form for all events and meeting reservations. So that all requests can be saved in the same place, it is essential that faculty and staff use this form to submit all requests regardless of whether your event is basic or more complicated. Please note that if your event requires any special set up, catering, AV requests, etc. we require at least 15 business days (but more time is strongly recommended to ensure your event is a success). The new form, as well as all resources for planning your event, can be found at https://sites.augsburg.edu/events/

If you have trouble submitting the form, please screenshot the issue and email it to events@augsburg.edu so that we can look into fixing the issue.

University Events Site

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Smith Foundry will be closing its doors for good this Thursday, September 15th! This milestone is only possible thanks to the dedicated residents and allies of Little Earth and East Phillips who have fought tirelessly for generations against Smith Foundry and other industries that pollute our neighborhood.

Come celebrate this incredible feat at Cedar Field Park, Friday, August 16th from 5:30-8:30. We will have food, music, speakers, and art!

For more information visit https://www.instagram.com/eastphillipsurbanfarm

submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu

Please join us in the Quad on Tues. Aug. 20, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. for a staff and faculty ice cream social. Take a break and gather to enjoy time with colleagues and a make-your-own sundae bar.

submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu

Please join us in the Quad on Tues. Aug. 20, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. for a staff and faculty ice cream social. Take a break and gather to enjoy time with colleagues and a make-your-own sundae bar.

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Save the date! Imagine Cedarfest, September 8 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Imagine Cedarfest is a big, family-friendly block party for neighborhood connection and community organization. This event is a fantastic way to experience artists, musicians, and local businesses from the neighborhood and imagine a better future together.

When the Minnesota Highway Commission (now the Minnesota Department of Transportation or MnDOT) routed and constructed I-94 through the urban core of the Twin Cities in the ’60s, it destroyed hundreds of homes and businesses and displaced thousands. Now, as MnDOT evaluates options for the highway’s future, we have the opportunity to influence one of the biggest policy decisions in decades.

BONUS! Got a Weinie Dog?! Start training now and register for the Weinie Dog Race!!!
This is the second annual Wienery Wiener and Wiener-Wannabe Dog Race. This will take place on Sunday September 8th in front of the Wienery during the Imagine Cedarfest event.

We will see how many registrants we get. If we have enough “pure” dachsunds, we will run a separate race just for wiener dogs. Otherwise, we will group dogs by size to try to keep things fair. We may also choose to run multiple heats.

Register for the race here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScvJUYs5TQ8SSH0wWs62wwxmS5FeJYjI4ASS6GHyQKTA_d1UA/viewform

For more information visit: https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/imagine-cedarfest/

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Save the date! Imagine Cedarfest, September 8 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Imagine Cedarfest is a big, family-friendly block party for neighborhood connection and community organization. This event is a fantastic way to experience artists, musicians, and local businesses from the neighborhood and imagine a better future together.

When the Minnesota Highway Commission (now the Minnesota Department of Transportation or MnDOT) routed and constructed I-94 through the urban core of the Twin Cities in the ’60s, it destroyed hundreds of homes and businesses and displaced thousands. Now, as MnDOT evaluates options for the highway’s future, we have the opportunity to influence one of the biggest policy decisions in decades.

BONUS! Got a Weinie Dog?! Start training now and register for the Weinie Dog Race!!!
This is the second annual Wienery Wiener and Wiener-Wannabe Dog Race. This will take place on Sunday September 8th in front of the Wienery during the Imagine Cedarfest event.

We will see how many registrants we get. If we have enough “pure” dachsunds, we will run a separate race just for wiener dogs. Otherwise, we will group dogs by size to try to keep things fair. We may also choose to run multiple heats.

Register for the race here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScvJUYs5TQ8SSH0wWs62wwxmS5FeJYjI4ASS6GHyQKTA_d1UA/viewform

For more information visit: https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/imagine-cedarfest/

submitted by obeys@augsburg.edu

Reminder: Augsburg Christensen Center is a polling place on August 13 from 7 AM – 8 PM.

Please remember to not wear campaign-related items (shirts, buttons, etc) on election day in Christensen, and don’t post any signs in public areas of the building that are of a political nature. In addition to the building itself, there is a mandated 100-foot buffer around the building in which there should be no campaigning / political signage, as well. Please help us maintain this neutral space for voting!

submitted by rolfn@augsburg.edu

Please join the Institutional Advancement team for an open-house style farewell send-off for Chris TODAY, Thursday, July 25 between 10 a.m. – noon in Oren Gateway Center’s suite 300. Light refreshments provided.

After seven years working at Augsburg, Chris Bogen ’09 & MAL ’21 has accepted a new job.

In his time at Augsburg, Chris has worked in the Institutional Advancement office in annual giving through Augsburg’s “Give to the Max” efforts, donor engagement and cultivation in Augsburg’s “Great Returns” campaign, and, most recently, in major gifts fundraising.

submitted by rolfn@augsburg.edu

After seven years working at Augsburg, Chris Bogen ’09 & MAL ’21 has accepted a new job.

In his time at Augsburg, Chris has worked in the Institutional Advancement office in annual giving through Augsburg’s “Give to the Max” efforts, donor engagement and cultivation in Augsburg’s “Great Returns” campaign, and, most recently, in major gifts fundraising.

Please join the Institutional Advancement team for an open-house style farewell send-off for Chris on Thursday, July 25 between 10 a.m. – noon in Oren Gateway Center’s suite 300.

submitted by rolfn@augsburg.edu

After seven years working at Augsburg, Chris Bogen ’09 & MAL ’21 has accepted a new job.

In his time at Augsburg, Chris has worked in the Institutional Advancement office in annual giving through Augsburg’s “Give to the Max” efforts, donor engagement and cultivation in Augsburg’s “Great Returns” campaign, and, most recently, in major gifts fundraising.

Please join the Institutional Advancement team for an open-house style farewell send-off for Chris on Thursday, July 25 between 10 a.m. – noon in Oren Gateway Center’s suite 300.

submitted by crombie@augsburg.edu

One component of the TRIO McNair Scholars Program is a 10-week summer research project. Each year students work with a faculty mentor on a specific topic, culminating in a final paper and presentation. At the end of the month, students will present their research at the 2024 National McNair Conference at UCLA. If you would like the opportunity to see these presentations at Augsburg, please join us on Monday, July 22, from 9:00am to 12:30pm in HC 150. This event is open to all students, faculty and staff. See below for a full list of presenters.

Note: Individual presentations are 10-12 minutes long. There will be time at the end of each group for questions and evaluations. Please try to arrive at the start of each group block to minimize disruptions during the presentations.

For a detailed presentation schedule with research titles, please visit the link below.

GROUP 1 (SSHA): 9:00 – 9:55am
Nina Kemu Makem

Jesse Haroldson

Veronica Arellano Martinez

Alexa De Leon Padilla

GROUP 2 (SSHA): 10:05 – 11:10am
Nick Parkos

Markeda Dixon

Teresa Kemp

Lee’RayVone G’everdloaahn

BREAK: 11:10 – 11:20am

GROUP 3 (NSMSCS): 11:20am – 12:05pm
Luís Escobar

Daniel Retic

Amina Aden

Detailed McNair Presentation Schedule

submitted by rolfn@augsburg.edu

After seven years working at Augsburg, Chris Bogen ’09 & MAL ’21 has accepted a new job.

In his time at Augsburg, Chris has worked in the Institutional Advancement office in annual giving through Augsburg’s “Give to the Max” efforts, donor engagement and cultivation in Augsburg’s “Great Returns” campaign, and, most recently, in major gifts fundraising.

Please join the Institutional Advancement team for an open-house style farewell send-off for Chris on Thursday, July 25 between 10 a.m. – noon in Oren Gateway Center’s suite 300.

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

This year marks 100 years of Augsburg Athletics, and we’re throwing a tailgate party! Mark your calendars for October 12 at 2:30 p.m. during Homecoming for Augsburg Athletics special event. Details to come: https://athletics.augsburg.edu/news/2024/6/3/gen060324.aspx

Also, keep your eye on @AugsburgAuggies Facebook, X, and Instagram accounts for fun facts about Augsburg Athletics all year long.

submitted by klawiter@augsburg.edu

Join us in the garden Wednesday July 31st (7/31) from 6-8pm for snacks, drinks, garden plot show and tell and an activity!

Gardeners will be showing us their plots and sharing their experience and knowledge with us all. Then we will be making seasoning mixes to take home to cook with! Most of the herbs for this activity will come from the garden.

Everyone is welcome! We will have Spanish, Oromo and Somali interpreters at the event.

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

This year marks 100 years of Augsburg Athletics, and we’re throwing a tailgate party! Mark your calendars for October 12 at 2:30 p.m. during Homecoming for Augsburg Athletics special event. Details to come: https://athletics.augsburg.edu/news/2024/6/3/gen060324.aspx

Also, keep your eye on @AugsburgAuggies Facebook, X, and Instagram accounts for fun facts about Augsburg Athletics all year long.

submitted by crombie@augsburg.edu

One component of the TRIO McNair Scholars Program is a 10-week summer research project. Each year students work with a faculty mentor on a specific topic, culminating in a final paper and presentation. At the end of the month, students will present their research at the 2024 National McNair Conference at UCLA. If you would like the opportunity to see these presentations at Augsburg, please join us on Monday, July 22, from 9:00am to 12:30pm in HC 150. This event is open to all students, faculty and staff. See below for a full list of presenters.

Note: Individual presentations are 10-12 minutes long. There will be time at the end of each group for questions and evaluations. Please try to arrive at the start of each group block to minimize disruptions during the presentations.

For a detailed presentation schedule with research titles, please visit the link below.

GROUP 1 (SSHA): 9:00 – 9:55am
Nina Kemu Makem

Jesse Haroldson

Veronica Arellano Martinez

Alexa De Leon Padilla

GROUP 2 (SSHA): 10:05 – 11:10am
Nick Parkos

Markeda Dixon

Teresa Kemp

Lee’RayVone G’everdloaahn

BREAK: 11:10 – 11:20am

GROUP 3 (NSMSCS): 11:20am – 12:05pm
Luís Escobar

Daniel Retic

Amina Aden

Detailed McNair Presentation Schedule

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

This year marks 100 years of Augsburg Athletics, and we’re throwing a tailgate party! Mark your calendars for October 12 at 2:30 p.m. during Homecoming for Augsburg Athletics special event. Details to come: https://athletics.augsburg.edu/news/2024/6/3/gen060324.aspx

Also, keep your eye on @AugsburgAuggies Facebook, X, and Instagram accounts for fun facts about Augsburg Athletics all year long.

submitted by premob@augsburg.edu

July 16 marks the second anniversary of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline! Help us celebrate by taking action for 988!

Please contact your members of Congress in support of three key policy bills that will help ensure that anyone struggling with a mental health, substance use, or suicide crisis is connected to local support and services in a timely manner. Our key bills are:

Improving Mental Health Access for Students Act (S.1236/H.R.2802) to require colleges and universities to include contact information for the 988 Lifeline, Crisis Text Line, and a campus mental health center on student identification cards and on their websites. Making it easy for students to find and share the 988 Lifeline number will improve access to lifesaving crisis resources and destigmatize reaching out for help

Local 988 Response Act (S.3444/H.R.4974) to connect people contacting 988 to services in their own state as quickly and safely as possible, while protecting privacy. Connecting people to a crisis center near their physical location—a process known as georouting—improves access to local, life-saving services.

CONNECT Act (H.R.6928) to establish grant funding to support follow-up services for individuals who receive suicide prevention and crisis intervention services. Providing follow-up services, such as phone calls, mental health appointments, or information about mental health resources significantly reduces the likelihood of suicide.

Together, we can ensure a robust and reimagines 988 system

988 Advocacy Campaign Website

submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu

In 2019 a truck hit the pedestrian bridge over I-94 near the Augsburg campus, damaging it beyond repair. A temporary bridge was installed at that time. The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MNDOT) is now in the process of planning and designing a permanent bridge. MNDOT is hosting a “pop-up” engagement session near the bridge this Friday, July 12, from 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM to gather input about the features that residents and workers in the area would like to see incorporated in the design for the new bridge. Look for the tables on the Augsburg side of the bridge, near Lot B. You can also share feedback about the bridge project by completing the online survey found on the MNDOT project page (see link below).

I-94 Pedestrian Bridge Project Page

submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu

In 2019 a truck hit the pedestrian bridge over I-94 near the Augsburg campus, damaging it beyond repair. A temporary bridge was installed at that time. The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MNDOT) is now in the process of planning and designing a permanent bridge. MNDOT is hosting a “pop-up” engagement session near the bridge on Friday, July 12 from 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM to gather input about the features that residents and workers in the area would like to see incorporated in the design for the new bridge. Look for the tables on the Augsburg side of the bridge, near Lot B. You can also share feedback about the bridge project by completing an online survey found on the MNDOT project page (see link below).

I-94 Pedestrian Bridge Project Page

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

Take advantage of this on-campus opportunity to discuss your personal financial situation with an experienced TIAA Financial Consultant. They are available to discuss how to help you pursue your financial goals, wherever you might be in your retirement planning.

All meetings are confidential! 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 right 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?

Available Times:
Tuesday July 9th 9am – 3pm
Wednesday July 10th 9am – 3pm
Friday July 12th 9am 9am – 2pm

All meetings are in Oren Gateway Center 103
Sign up for a time at https://www.tiaa.org/schedulenow or by calling 800-732-8353

Sign Up For Your 1:1 Financial Consultation

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

Take advantage of this on-campus opportunity to discuss your personal financial situation with an experienced TIAA Financial Consultant. They are available to discuss how to help you pursue your financial goals, wherever you might be in your retirement planning.

All meetings are confidential! 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 right 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?

Available Times:
Tuesday July 9th 9am – 3pm
Wednesday July 10th 9am – 3pm
Friday July 12th 9am 9am – 2pm

All meetings are in Oren Gateway Center 103
Sign up for a time at https://www.tiaa.org/schedulenow or by calling 800-732-8353

Sign Up For Your 1:1 Financial Consultation

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

Take advantage of this on-campus opportunity to discuss your personal financial situation with an experienced TIAA Financial Consultant. They are available to discuss how to help you pursue your financial goals, wherever you might be in your retirement planning.

All meetings are confidential! 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 right 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?

Available Times:
Tuesday July 9th 9am – 3pm
Wednesday July 10th 9am – 3pm
Friday July 12th 9am 9am – 2pm

All meetings are in Oren Gateway Center 103
Sign up for a time at https://www.tiaa.org/schedulenow or by calling 800-732-8353

Sign Up For Your 1:1 Financial Consultation

submitted by klawiter@augsburg.edu

Join us in the garden with our wonderful guides, Vanessa & Jimbo, and learn all about edible weeds, berries and in-season fruits & vegetables! We will have a translator there and a few handouts for people to take home. Everyone is invited, no need to RSVP.

Wednesday June 26th from 5-7pm
Meet at Community Garden (northwest side of Hagsfor)

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

Take advantage of this on-campus opportunity to discuss your personal financial situation with an experienced TIAA Financial Consultant. They are available to discuss how to help you pursue your financial goals, wherever you might be in your retirement planning.

All meetings are confidential! 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 right 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?

Available Times:
Tuesday July 9th 9am – 3pm
Wednesday July 10th 9am – 3pm
Friday July 12th 9am 9am – 2pm

All meetings are in Oren Gateway Center 103
Sign up for a time at https://www.tiaa.org/schedulenow or by calling 800-732-8353

Sign Up For Your 1:1 Financial Consultation

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Our Streets will present the findings of the Reimagining I-94 report, which evaluated possibilities for restoring part of the interstate into a community boulevard with new affordable housing, local businesses and parks.

MnDOT’s project evalution process is broken, and many of the Political Advisory Committee members have outlined demands in response to the Reimagining I-94 report.

MnDOT responded to the demands saying they will not commit to any of them. We are hosting a rally at the MnDOT Commissioner’s office to ask that they listen to community and elected representatives.

Your voice and support is needed. Join us!
Thursday Jun 13, 2024 ⋅ 4pm – 6:30pm
State Capitol, 395 John Ireland Blvd, St Paul, MN 55155, USA

Learn more about the Boulevard option for I-94 here: https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/2024/03/21/converting_stretch_of_i94_to_boulevard_offers_many_benefits/

Visit this Virtual Public History Museum to learn how Cedar-Riverside has been effected by I-94: https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/5b59c747a09c4829bf7d0f74a8804c8e

For more information, visit https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Our Streets will present the findings of the Reimagining I-94 report, which evaluated possibilities for restoring part of the interstate into a community boulevard with new affordable housing, local businesses and parks.

MnDOT’s project evalution process is broken, and many of the Political Advisory Committee members have outlined demands in response to the Reimagining I-94 report.

MnDOT responded to the demands saying they will not commit to any of them. We are hosting a rally at the MnDOT Commissioner’s office to ask that they listen to community and elected representatives.

Your voice and support is needed. Join us!
Thursday Jun 13, 2024 ⋅ 4pm – 6:30pm
State Capitol, 395 John Ireland Blvd, St Paul, MN 55155, USA

Learn more about the Boulevard option for I-94 here: https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/2024/03/21/converting_stretch_of_i94_to_boulevard_offers_many_benefits/
Visit this Virtual Public History Museum to learn how Cedar-Riverside has been effected by I-94: https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/5b59c747a09c4829bf7d0f74a8804c8e

For more information, visit https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Owámniyomni (St. Anthony Falls) has been a place of profound spiritual and cultural significance for Dakota and other Indigenous people for countless generations, yet most people raised in Minnesota know nothing of this long history.

Join Barry Hand, Owámniyomni Okhódayapi program director, for a 60-minute guided site visit of the Falls and the Upper Lock. Learn about Dakota lifeways, the significance of the River, and the Mní Sóta Dakota Tribes’ vision for cultural and environmental restoration.

To register for the tour please visit: https://thefalls.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events#/events/41

This tour is open to the public. Private tours are available for school groups, non-profit organizations, corporations and government agencies. Contact info@owamniyomni.org to schedule.

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

The Cedar Cultural Center is hosting a free, family-friendly community event happening in Cedar-Riverside this Saturday. In celebration of our 35th anniversary as a nonprofit music venue on the West Bank of Minneapolis, The Cedar commissioned two brilliant artists – Leslie Barlow and Hibaaq Ibrahim – to design and install a mural on an exterior wall.

This Saturday, June 8, The Cedar and West Bank Business Association will host a Community Paint Day. Leslie and Hibaaq will take off their artist hats and put on their teaching hats, inviting community members to participate in the creation of the mural. With music provided by Douala Sol Collective as well as snacks and beverages, it’s sure to be a great kickoff to summer.

Visit the event page to learn more and register: https://www.thecedar.org/events/community-paint-day

submitted by rohlfsen@augsburg.edu

Please join us for a Staff Union picnic on Thursday, May 23rd starting at noon at the picnic tables in Murphy Square. Please bring your own lunch and a snack or dessert to share. This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the outdoors together and kick off a successful bargaining season. We hope to see you there!

submitted by premob@augsburg.edu

Social Work Students:

Bring your good vibes to Bauhaus in NE Minneapolis –

Address: 1315 Tyler St. NE (MPLS, MN)
Date & Time: May 23rd, 2024 from 7:30-9:00 pm

NASW-MN’s Student Affinity group invites you for a casual end-of-the year gathering of BSW, MSW, and DSW Students from around the state – a great chance to network and mingle with others entering the field of social work.

Not an NASW Member? No problem!
Meet current members & learn how to join!

See you there!

Please reach out with any questions:
Bryce Premo
premob@augsburg.edu

submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu

In partnership with Daryeel Youth, Augsburg is hosting the 2024 Somali Youth Summit on Saturday, May 25 from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Hagfors Center. The annual summit is a transformative youth event focused on collective healing, empowerment, and spiritual tools for resilience. The focus of this year’s summit will be on community solutions related to the opioid crisis, mental health concerns, and gun violence. Najeeba Syeed, Executive Director of Augsburg’s Interfaith Institute, will be the keynote speaker.

Daryeel Youth

submitted by olsenkat@augsburg.edu

The PA Program is hosting a pop-up popcorn fundraiser for local youth organization Face to Face. 50% of proceeds will go towards our goal, and popcorn will be shipped directly to you!

Please consider stocking up for summertime snacks and supporting local students and youth! https://popup.doublegood.com/s/02xbv5x0

Popcorn Flyer

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

All staff and faculty are invited to participate in the Vocation of Lutheran Higher Education conference for free.

The 2024 Vocation of Lutheran Higher Education Conference for the Network of ELCA Colleges and Universities will convene at Augsburg University, Minneapolis, Minnesota from July 8-10.

Each year, members of Lutheran colleges gather to explore the distinctive roles we play in higher education.The theme of the 2024 conference is “Educational Access: Lutheran Roots, Contemporary Practices“

The conference is open to all persons from ELCA colleges and universities, but persons should attend who have a campus responsibility for or interest in the mission of their institution and its place within the Lutheran intellectual tradition in higher education.

The keynote presentation for this conference is “Access, Accessibility, and Change: Navigating Leadership in the Shifting Landscape of Higher Education” given by Emma Jones, Executive Vice President / Owner of Credo. A higher education professional since 2002, Emma (she/her) is a storyteller, strategist, speaker, writer, and editor.

Contact Grace Robinson at grace.robinson@elca.org for more information.

You can use this link to REGISTER FOR THE 2024 VOLHE CONFERENCE

submitted by premob@augsburg.edu

Social Work Students:

NASW-MN’s Student Affinity group invites you for a casual end-of-the year gathering of BSW, MSW, and DSW Students – a great chance to network and mingle with others entering the field of social work.

Where: Bauhaus – 1315 Tyler St. NE (MPLS, MN)
Date & Time: May 23rd, 2024 from 7:30-9:00 pm

Not an NASW Member? No problem!
Meet current members & learn how to join!

submitted by rohlfsen@augsburg.edu

Please join us for a Staff Union picnic on Thursday, May 23rd starting at noon at the picnic tables in Murphy Square. Please bring your own lunch and a snack or dessert to share. This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the outdoors together and kick off a successful bargaining season. We hope to see you there!

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

All staff and faculty are invited to participate in the Vocation of Lutheran Higher Education conference for free.

The 2024 Vocation of Lutheran Higher Education Conference for the Network of ELCA Colleges and Universities will convene at Augsburg University, Minneapolis, Minnesota from July 8-10.

Each year, members of Lutheran colleges gather to explore the distinctive roles we play in higher education.The theme of the 2024 conference is “Educational Access: Lutheran Roots, Contemporary Practices“

The conference is open to all persons from ELCA colleges and universities, but persons should attend who have a campus responsibility for or interest in the mission of their institution and its place within the Lutheran intellectual tradition in higher education.

The keynote presentation for this conference is “Access, Accessibility, and Change: Navigating Leadership in the Shifting Landscape of Higher Education” given by Emma Jones, Executive Vice President / Owner of Credo. A higher education professional since 2002, Emma (she/her) is a storyteller, strategist, speaker, writer, and editor.

Contact Grace Robinson at grace.robinson@elca.org for more information.

You can use this link to REGISTER FOR THE 2024 VOLHE CONFERENCE

submitted by premob@augsburg.edu

Social Work Students:

NASW-MN’s Student Affinity group invites you for a casual end-of-the year gathering of BSW, MSW, and DSW Students – a great chance to network and mingle with others entering the field of social work.

Where: Bauhaus – 1315 Tyler St. NE (MPLS, MN)
Date & Time: May 23rd, 2024 from 7:30-9:00 pm

Not an NASW Member? No problem!
Meet current members & learn how to join!

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

All staff and faculty are invited to participate in the Vocation of Lutheran Higher Education conference for free.

The 2024 Vocation of Lutheran Higher Education Conference for the Network of ELCA Colleges and Universities will convene at Augsburg University, Minneapolis, Minnesota from July 8-10.

Each year, members of Lutheran colleges gather to explore the distinctive roles we play in higher education.The theme of the 2024 conference is “Educational Access: Lutheran Roots, Contemporary Practices“

The conference is open to all persons from ELCA colleges and universities, but persons should attend who have a campus responsibility for or interest in the mission of their institution and its place within the Lutheran intellectual tradition in higher education.

The keynote presentation for this conference is “Access, Accessibility, and Change: Navigating Leadership in the Shifting Landscape of Higher Education” given by Emma Jones, Executive Vice President / Owner of Credo. A higher education professional since 2002, Emma (she/her) is a storyteller, strategist, speaker, writer, and editor.

Contact Grace Robinson at grace.robinson@elca.org for more information.

You can use this link to REGISTER FOR THE 2024 VOLHE CONFERENCE

submitted by rohlfsen@augsburg.edu

Please join us for a Staff Union picnic on Thursday, May 23rd starting at noon at the picnic tables in Murphy Square. Please bring your own lunch and a snack or dessert to share. This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the outdoors together and kick off a successful bargaining season. We hope to see you there!

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

All faculty and staff are invited to May Focused Conversation at noon today. Associate Vice President and Chief Financial Officer John Coskran will present an overview of Augsburg’s budget development process and financial targets for FY2024–25.

Thursday, May 16, 2024
12:00 p.m.
Marshall Room and via Zoom

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

All Hands | Inside Augsburg (login required)

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

All faculty and staff are invited to May Focused Conversation tomorrow at noon. Associate Vice President and Chief Financial Officer John Coskran will present an overview of Augsburg’s budget development process and financial targets for FY2024–25.

Thursday, May 16, 2024
12:00 p.m.
Marshall Room and via Zoom

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

All Hands | Inside Augsburg (login required)

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

All staff and faculty are invited to participate in the Vocation of Lutheran Higher Education conference for free.

The 2024 Vocation of Lutheran Higher Education Conference for the Network of ELCA Colleges and Universities will convene at Augsburg University, Minneapolis, Minnesota from July 8-10.

Each year, members of Lutheran colleges gather to explore the distinctive roles we play in higher education.The theme of the 2024 conference is “Educational Access: Lutheran Roots, Contemporary Practices“

The conference is open to all persons from ELCA colleges and universities, but persons should attend who have a campus responsibility for or interest in the mission of their institution and its place within the Lutheran intellectual tradition in higher education.

The keynote presentation for this conference is “Access, Accessibility, and Change: Navigating Leadership in the Shifting Landscape of Higher Education” given by Emma Jones, Executive Vice President / Owner of Credo. A higher education professional since 2002, Emma (she/her) is a storyteller, strategist, speaker, writer, and editor.

Contact Grace Robinson at grace.robinson@elca.org for more information.

You can use this link to REGISTER FOR THE 2024 VOLHE CONFERENCE

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

All faculty and staff are invited to May Focused Conversation on Thursday, May 16. Associate Vice President and Chief Financial Officer John Coskran will present an overview of Augsburg’s budget development process and financial targets for FY2024–25.

Thursday, May 16, 2024
12:00 p.m.
Marshall Room and via Zoom

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

All Hands | Inside Augsburg (login required)

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

All faculty and staff are invited to May Focused Conversation on Thursday, May 16. Associate Vice President and Chief Financial Officer John Coskran will present an overview of Augsburg’s budget development process and financial targets for FY2024–25.

Thursday, May 16, 2024
12:00 p.m.
Marshall Room and via Zoom

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

All Hands | Inside Augsburg (login required)

submitted by starckl@augsburg.edu

In honor of retiring faculty members Bob Cowgill, John Schmit, and Mzenga Wanyama, the English department is hosting a reception on May 12 from 4-6 p.m. in the Foss Atrium.

The celebration is open to everyone! Please spread the word to anyone who you think might be interested in attending.

This will be a pre-dinner affair, with snacks and drinks. It’s a potluck-style event, so if you’re able to bring something small to share, please do.

submitted by rohlfsen@augsburg.edu

Please join us for a Staff Union picnic on Thursday, May 23rd starting at noon at the picnic tables in Murphy Square. Please bring your own lunch and a snack or dessert to share. This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the outdoors together and kick off a successful bargaining season. We hope to see you there!

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

All faculty and staff are invited to May Focused Conversation on Thursday, May 16. Associate Vice President and Chief Financial Officer John Coskran will present an overview of Augsburg’s budget development process and financial targets for FY2024–25.

Thursday, May 16, 2024
12:00 p.m.
Marshall Room and via Zoom

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

All Hands | Inside Augsburg (login required)

submitted by starckl@augsburg.edu

In honor of retiring faculty members Bob Cowgill, John Schmit, and Mzenga Wanyama, the English department is hosting a reception on May 12 from 4-6 p.m. in the Foss Atrium.

The celebration is open to everyone! Please spread the word to anyone who you think might be interested in attending.

This will be a pre-dinner affair, with snacks and drinks. It’s a potluck-style event, so if you’re able to bring something small to share, please do.

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Join us at the WORLD FAMOUS, historic Palmer’s Bar at 500 Cedar Avenue on Thursday at the close of our Days in May workshops, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. Meet new peeps, celebrate the end of the semester, air some grievances, enjoy some delicious cold press coffee, Heggie’s Pizza (THE BEST), and any other beverages of your choice. The Prez has generously offered to buy us some eats and drinks! Come and get em’!!!

If you like, fill out this form so we know how many to plan for (we’ve got a couple of tables reserved at the moment): https://forms.gle/wK3nEANXcW661YzE8

Or, JUST SHOW UP! It’s casual! Please feel free to reach out to Jenean Gilmer with any questions!

submitted by clarks@augsburg.edu

To honor and celebrate retiring English faculty members Robert Cowgill, John Schmit, and Mzenga Wanyama, we will be gathering in the Foss Atrium on Sunday, May 12 from 4-6 pm. This will be a pre-dinner affair, with some light snacks and drinks on hand. If you’d like to bring something to add to the table, please do. But nothing is necessary other than your company and a desire to help celebrate Bob, John, and Mzenga. See you there!

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

STAFF & FACULTY SOCIAL HOUR THIS THURSDAY BIG FUN!!!!!!

Join us at the WORLD FAMOUS, historic Palmer’s Bar at 500 Cedar Avenue on Thursday at the close of our Days in May workshops, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. Meet new peeps, celebrate the end of the semester, air some grievances, enjoy some delicious cold press coffee, Heggie’s Pizza (THE BEST), and any other beverages of your choice (sadly, on your own dime–we’re broke!).

If you like, fill out this form so we know how many to plan for (we’ve got a couple of tables reserved at the moment): https://forms.gle/wK3nEANXcW661YzE8

Or, JUST SHOW UP! It’s casual! Please feel free to reach out to Jenean Gilmer with any questions!

submitted by starckl@augsburg.edu

In honor of retiring faculty members Bob Cowgill, John Schmit, and Mzenga Wanyama, the English department is hosting a reception on May 12 from 4-6 p.m. in the Foss Atrium.

The celebration is open to everyone! Please spread the word to anyone who you think might be interested in attending.

This will be a pre-dinner affair, with snacks and drinks. It’s a potluck style, so if you’re able to bring something small to share, please do.

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

Supervisors and staff are invited to participate in a training refresher session TODAY Monday May 6th at 11:00 AM via Zoom. This session is designed for those new to Augsburg or those seeking a review system refresher. We’ll cover a live demonstration along with insights into the form and process. The training will also be recorded for on-demand viewing.

Add to your calendar: https://calendar.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=MGxlZHJvaWVvZ3BhZnNxMDN2b2k2MzB2Y3UgdmFjaHRhQGF1Z3NidXJnLmVkdQ&tmsrc=vachta%40augsburg.edu

Join the zoom meeting: https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/96209393183?pwd=MGNySm1lVk5MSW8yZkplcStpYkRKdz09

Join the Zoom Meeting

submitted by clarks@augsburg.edu

To honor and celebrate retiring English faculty members Robert Cowgill, John Schmit, and Mzenga Wanyama, we will be gathering in the Foss Atrium on Sunday, May 12 from 4-6 pm. This will be a pre-dinner affair, with some light snacks and drinks on hand. If you’d like to bring something to add to the table, please do. But nothing is necessary other than your company and a desire to help celebrate Bob, John, and Mzenga. See you there!

submitted by fillbran@augsburg.edu

Join us TODAY for a “bon voyage” celebration in the learning commons on the first floor of Lindell Library from 2pm to 5pm! Come for 5 minutes, an hour, or the whole time!

We will be celebrating upcoming graduates as well as the retirement of 3 librarians: Karen Alexander, Mike Bloomberg, and Mary Hollerich. This celebration will be potluck style with book-themed dishes where puns are welcome (for example, “Olives or Twix,” “Infinite Chex,” “Curious Gruyère,” etc.) You’re welcome to bring something to share (with or without a pun) or just yourselves!

Stop by as you are willing and able and we will be delighted to see you!

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Exciting Announcement: Tamu Grill is now open for lunch featuring our new Fusion Bowls curated by Chef Jojo. Join us for lunch 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM this Friday-Sunday for a delicious and healthy meal at an unbeatable price of $10 per bowl. Be one of the first to taste our homemade halal beef egg rolls (free samples available). NEW HOURS: 11 am to 8 pm, Friday through Sunday.

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

Supervisors and staff are invited to participate in a training refresher session on Monday May 6th at 11:00 AM via Zoom. This session is designed for those new to Augsburg or those seeking a review system refresher. We’ll cover a live demonstration along with insights into the form and process. The training will also be recorded for on-demand viewing.

Add training to your calendar

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

The 2024 commencement ceremony has been confirmed for Wednesday, May 8 at 6 p.m. at the Target Center in downtown Minneapolis. Graduates who have not already purchased regalia can do so at the bookstore by May 3.

Thank you for your patience and flexibility regarding this year’s commencement date. We’re looking forward to celebrating the class of 2024 next Wednesday!

For additional information, please visit the commencement website.

submitted by otterson@augsburg.edu

Please join us on Monday, May 6 at 2p in Sateren Auditorium as we celebrate our 2024 graduates.

https://www.augsburg.edu/college-recovery-program/

submitted by vaneck@augsburg.edu

Come decompress in some greenery during Finals Week! The last First Thursday of the semester is today, May 2, noon—3pm. The greenhouse is located on the 4th floor of the Hagfors Center.

The Augsburg Biology Department’s rooftop greenhouse grows an appreciation for and deeper understanding of the plants of our planet. The greenhouse is open to the Augsburg campus community on the first Thursday of every month during the semester, from noon to 3pm. The Augsburg community is invited to come see what we’ve got growing on, enjoy the tropical atmosphere and marvel at hundreds of plant species from all over the world.

Stay updated on greenhouse events by following us on Instagram!

submitted by fillbran@augsburg.edu

Please join us for a “bon voyage” celebration in the learning commons on the first floor of Lindell Library on Friday, May 3 from 2pm to 5pm! Come for 5 minutes, an hour, or the whole time!

The library will see three retirements at the end of May: Karen Alexander, Mike Bloomberg, and Mary Hollerich. We want to celebrate their combined 38 years of service to Augsburg, as well as say a fond farewell to our upcoming student graduates.

This celebration will be potluck style with book-themed dishes where puns are welcome (for example, “Olives or Twix,” “Infinite Chex,” “Curious Gruyère,” etc.) You’re welcome to bring something to share with or without a pun–or just yourselves! Stop by whenever you like.

submitted by denkinge@augsburg.edu

What if we told you that this year, you’re not just getting ONE assessment presentation, but THREE TIMES the excitement for the same low, low price of zero dollars? Well, hold on to your tams and tassels, fellow faculty members, because this Wednesday, May 8th from 1 – 2:45pm in Oren 200 we’re hosting a series of presentations and discussions revolving around the assessment and program review work that was accomplished by programs, departments, and institutionally:

1. QR Assessment Results (1pm – 1:35pm): This year, the Assessment Committee collected data on Quantitative Reasoning from hundreds of students across a wide range of courses. During this session, we’ll use a new interactive PowerBI dashboard to examine emerging themes in this dataset, including the amount of mathematical and quantitative foundational coursework students experience, math placement scores, self-reflective assessments of their own skills and supporting experiences, and their performance on a short measure of applied problem solving skills.

2. Departmental Assessment Showcase (1:35 – 2:10pm): Departments and programs annually assess student learning and experience within their own curricular offerings. Join us for a cross-disciplinary showcase of some of the most impressive and creative approaches to assessment. As in previous years, this showcase is a great opportunity to draw inspiration from methods and approaches used by others on campus, and to learn more about the skills and backgrounds of our students.

3. Program Review Showcase (2:10 – 2:45): Do you have an upcoming program review? In this “showcase” session we will cover the basics of the program review process and hear from program directors and department chairs who recently completed an external review or are currently preparing for a review.

RSVP to this or any of the amazing Days in May events at the link below!

RSVP for Days in May events

submitted by otterson@augsburg.edu

Please join us on Monday, May 6 at 2p in Sateren Auditorium as we celebrate our 2024 graduates.

https://www.augsburg.edu/college-recovery-program/

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

The 2024 commencement ceremony has been confirmed for Wednesday, May 8 at 6 p.m. at the Target Center in downtown Minneapolis. Graduates who have not already purchased regalia can do so at the bookstore by May 3.

Thank you for your patience and flexibility regarding this year’s commencement date. We’re looking forward to celebrating the class of 2024 next Wednesday!

For additional information, please visit the commencement website.

submitted by vaneck@augsburg.edu

Come decompress in some greenery during Finals Week! The last First Thursday of the semester is tomorrow, May 2, noon—3pm. The greenhouse is located on the 4th floor of the Hagfors Center.

The Augsburg Biology Department’s rooftop greenhouse grows an appreciation for and deeper understanding of the plants of our planet. The greenhouse is open to the Augsburg campus community on the first Thursday of every month during the semester, from noon to 3pm. The Augsburg community is invited to come see what we’ve got growing on, enjoy the tropical atmosphere and marvel at hundreds of plant species from all over the world.

Stay updated on greenhouse events by following us on Instagram!

submitted by fillbran@augsburg.edu

Please join us for a “bon voyage” celebration in the learning commons on the first floor of Lindell Library on Friday, May 3 from 2pm to 5pm! Come for 5 minutes, an hour, or the whole time!

The library will see three retirements at the end of May: Mary Hollerich, Mike Bloomberg, and Karen Alexander. We want to celebrate their combined 38 years of service to Augsburg, as well as say a fond farewell to our upcoming student graduates.

This celebration will be potluck style with book-themed dishes where puns are welcome (for example, “Olives or Twix,” “Infinite Chex,” “Curious Gruyère,” etc.) You’re welcome to bring something to share with or without a pun–or just yourselves! Stop by whenever you like.

submitted by lensmire@augsburg.edu

Education Department undergraduate students invite the Augsburg community to gather on Thursday, May 2 from 4:00-4:30 PM to honor their beloved Professor Jennie Diaz. Students will dedicate a tree that sits between the Lindell Library and Sverdrup Hall on S. 7th Street. We’ll meet there rain or shine. All are welcome.

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

The 2024 commencement ceremony has been confirmed for Wednesday, May 8 at 6 p.m. at the Target Center in downtown Minneapolis. Graduates who have not already purchased regalia can do so at the bookstore by May 3.

Thank you for your patience and flexibility regarding this year’s commencement date. We’re looking forward to celebrating the class of 2024 next Wednesday!

For additional information, please visit the commencement website.

submitted by green@augsburg.edu

Join us tonight, Tuesday, 30 April, at 7pm in Eat My Words Bookstore (Northeast Mpls) for a reading from We Look West by the Poets of the Northfield Public Library, including Professor emeritus of English Doug Green and his spouse Becky Boling, as well as Heather Candels, Steve McCown, and Julie A. Ryan. Check out the link below for more information.

Eat My Words Bookstore

submitted by fillbran@augsburg.edu

Please join us for a “bon voyage” celebration in the learning commons on the first floor of Lindell Library on Friday, May 3 from 2pm to 5pm! Come for 5 minutes, an hour, or the whole time!

The library will see three retirements at the end of May: Mary Hollerich, Mike Bloomberg, and Karen Alexander. We want to celebrate their combined 38 years of service to Augsburg, as well as say a fond farewell to our upcoming student graduates.

This celebration will be potluck style with book-themed dishes where puns are welcome (for example, “Olives or Twix,” “Infinite Chex,” “Curious Gruyère,” etc.) You’re welcome to bring something to share with or without a pun–or just yourselves! Stop by whenever you like.

submitted by lensmire@augsburg.edu

Education Department undergraduate students invite the Augsburg community to gather on Thursday, May 2 from 4:00-4:30 PM to honor their beloved Professor Jennie Diaz. Students will dedicate a tree that sits between the Lindell Library and Sverdrup Hall on S. 7th Street. We’ll meet there rain or shine. All are welcome.

submitted by vaneck@augsburg.edu

Come decompress in some greenery during Finals Week! The last First Thursday of the semester is this week, May 2, noon—3pm. The greenhouse is located on the 4th floor of the Hagfors Center.

The Augsburg Biology Department’s rooftop greenhouse grows an appreciation for and deeper understanding of the plants of our planet. The greenhouse is open to the Augsburg campus community on the first Thursday of every month during the semester, from noon to 3pm. The Augsburg community is invited to come see what we’ve got growing on, enjoy the tropical atmosphere and marvel at hundreds of plant species from all over the world.

Stay updated on greenhouse events by following us on Instagram!

submitted by fillbran@augsburg.edu

Join us for a “bon voyage” celebration that in the learning commons on the first floor of Lindell Library on Friday, May 3 from 2pm to 5pm!

The library will see three retirements at the end of May: Mary Hollerich, Mike Bloomberg, and Karen Alexander. We want to celebrate their combined 38 years of service to Augsburg, as well as say a fond farewell to our upcoming student graduates.

This celebration will be potluck style with book-themed dishes where puns are welcome (for example, “Olives or Twix,” “Infinite Chex,” “Curious Gruyère,” etc.) You’re welcome to bring something to share with or without a pun–or just yourselves! Stop by whenever you like.

submitted by lensmire@augsburg.edu

Education Department undergraduate students invite the Augsburg community to gather on Thursday, May 2 from 4:00-4:30 PM to honor their beloved Professor Jennie Diaz. Students will dedicate a tree that sits between the Lindell Library and Sverdrup Hall on S. 7th Street. We’ll meet there rain or shine. All are welcome

submitted by vaneck@augsburg.edu

Come decompress in some greenery during Finals Week! The last First Thursday of the semester is this week, May 2, noon—3pm. The greenhouse is located on the 4th floor of the Hagfors Center.

The Augsburg Biology Department’s rooftop greenhouse grows an appreciation for and deeper understanding of the plants of our planet. The greenhouse is open to the Augsburg campus community on the first Thursday of every month during the semester, from noon to 3pm. The Augsburg community is invited to come see what we’ve got growing on, enjoy the tropical atmosphere and marvel at hundreds of plant species from all over the world.

Stay updated on greenhouse events by following us on Instagram!

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Augsburg recently announced an agreement to sell the former Bethany Lutheran Church property at 2511 E. Franklin Ave. to the Somali Museum of Minnesota to develop a permanent museum facility and cultural center on the site.

Neighbors and community members are invited to attend a community gathering about the past, present, and future of 2511 E. Franklin Ave. Please join us to learn about the Somali Museum and their vision for the site. Participants will be invited to share stories about the site’s history and place in Seward.

Saturday, April 27, 2024
12:30–3:30 p.m.
Matthews Recreation Center
2318 29th Ave. S., Minneapolis

For questions about the gathering, contact krista@redesigninc.org.

RSVPs for April 27 encouraged—respond here

submitted by jacobsm@augsburg.edu

On Friday, April 26th, we will be welcoming Dr. Marci Sortor, Provost, St. Olaf College to campus. Dr. Sortor has experience as an HLC peer reviewer and has graciously agreed to serve as a reviewer for our mock site visit to help us prepare for our upcoming reaffirmation of accreditation visit in October 2024. On behalf of the HLC Steering Committee, I would like to invite you to participate in the following session: Open forum for staff.

Here’s what you need to know:
WHO: All staff and faculty
WHAT: An opportunity to practice answering questions that may be posed during our visit in Fall 2024.
WHEN: Friday, April 26th from 1pm to 1:45pm
WHERE: Marshall Room
WHY: To help ensure our community is ready for our HLC site visit on October 21-22, 2024.
HOW: You can prepare by reviewing the draft assurance argument. The draft can be found in Moodle.

Please consider joining us!

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am for the final chapel service of the school year as we celebrate our pastoral intern D.J. Chatelaine. He will preach, and we will offer sending blessings to him. We will feature special music throughout the service.

submitted by fillbran@augsburg.edu

Mark your calendars for a “bon voyage” celebration that we will hold in the learning commons on the first floor of Lindell Library on Friday, May 3 from 2pm to 5pm.

The library will see three retirements at the end of May: Mary Hollerich, Mike Bloomberg, and Karen Alexander. We want to celebrate their combined 38 years of service to Augsburg, as well as say a fond farewell to our upcoming student graduates.

This celebration will be potluck style with book-themed dishes where puns are welcome (for example, “Olives or Twix,” “Infinite Chex,” “Curious Gruyère,” etc.) You’re welcome to bring something to share with or without a pun–or just yourselves! Stop by whenever you like.

submitted by jacobsm@augsburg.edu

On Friday, April 26th, we will be welcoming Dr. Marci Sortor, Provost, St. Olaf College to campus. Dr. Sortor has experience as an HLC peer reviewer and has graciously agreed to serve as a reviewer for our mock site visit to help us prepare for our upcoming reaffirmation of accreditation visit in October 2024. On behalf of the HLC Steering Committee, I would like to invite you to participate in the following session: Open forum for faculty and staff on Criteria 3 (Teaching and Learning: Quality, Resources, and Support) and 4 (Teaching and Learning: Evaluation and Improvement).

Here’s what you need to know:
WHO: All faculty (RFT and adjunct) and staff
WHAT: An opportunity to practice answering questions related to teaching, learning, and assessment.
WHEN: Friday, April 26th from 10:45am to 11:30am
WHERE: Marshall Room
WHY: To help ensure our community is ready for our HLC site visit on October 21-22, 2024.
HOW: You can prepare by reviewing the draft assurance argument, focusing on Criteria 3 and 4. The draft argument can be found in Moodle.

Please consider joining us!

submitted by fillbran@augsburg.edu

Mark your calendars for a “bon voyage” celebration that we will hold in the learning commons on the first floor of Lindell Library on Friday, May 3 from 2pm to 5pm.

The library will see three retirements at the end of May: Mary Hollerich, Mike Bloomberg, and Karen Alexander. We want to celebrate their combined 38 years of service to Augsburg, as well as say a fond farewell to our upcoming student graduates.

This celebration will be potluck style with book-themed dishes where puns are welcome (for example, “Olives or Twix,” “Infinite Chex,” “Curious Gruyère,” etc.) You’re welcome to bring something to share with or without a pun–or just yourselves! Stop by whenever you like.

submitted by jacobsm@augsburg.edu

On Friday, April 26th, we will be welcoming Dr. Marci Sortor, Provost, St. Olaf College to campus. Dr. Sortor has experience as an HLC peer reviewer and has graciously agreed to serve as a reviewer for our mock site visit to help us prepare for our upcoming reaffirmation of accreditation visit in October 2024. On behalf of the HLC Steering Committee, I would like to invite you to participate in the following session: Open forum for staff.

Here’s what you need to know:
WHO: All staff and faculty
WHAT: An opportunity to practice answering questions that may be posed during our visit in Fall 2024.
WHEN: Friday, April 26th from 1pm to 1:45pm
WHERE: Marshall Room
WHY: To help ensure our community is ready for our HLC site visit on October 21-22, 2024.
HOW: You can prepare by reviewing the draft assurance argument. The draft can be found in Moodle.

Please consider joining us!

submitted by jacobsm@augsburg.edu

On Friday, April 26th, we will be welcoming Dr. Marci Sortor, Provost, St. Olaf College to campus. Dr. Sortor has experience as an HLC peer reviewer and has graciously agreed to serve as a reviewer for our mock site visit to help us prepare for our upcoming reaffirmation of accreditation visit in October 2024. On behalf of the HLC Steering Committee, I would like to invite you to participate in the following session: Open forum for faculty and staff on Criteria 3 (Teaching and Learning: Quality, Resources, and Support) and 4 (Teaching and Learning: Evaluation and Improvement).

Here’s what you need to know:
WHO: All faculty (RFT and adjunct) and staff
WHAT: An opportunity to practice answering questions related to teaching, learning, and assessment.
WHEN: Friday, April 26th from 10:45am to 11:30am
WHERE: Marshall Room
WHY: To help ensure our community is ready for our HLC site visit on October 21-22, 2024.
HOW: You can prepare by reviewing the draft assurance argument, focusing on Criteria 3 and 4. The draft argument can be found in Moodle.

Please consider joining us!

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

In celebration of Earth Month, we offer a blessing of the bicycles in chapel today. Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 11:30 am and bring your bike if you are able.

submitted by green@augsburg.edu

The Poets of the Northfield Public Library, including Professor emeritus Doug Green, will be reading from the new anthology of their work, We Look West, at 7pm, Tuesday, 30 April, at Eat My Words Bookstore, in Northeast Minneapolis. All are welcome.

Eat My Words Bookstore

On Friday, April 26th, we will be welcoming Dr. Marci Sortor, Provost, St. Olaf College to campus. Dr. Sortor has experience as an HLC peer reviewer and has graciously agreed to serve as a reviewer for our mock site visit to help us prepare for our upcoming reaffirmation of accreditation visit in October 2024. On behalf of the HLC Steering Committee, I would like to invite you to participate in the following session: Open forum for faculty and staff on Criteria 3 (Teaching and Learning: Quality, Resources, and Support) and 4 (Teaching and Learning: Evaluation and Improvement).

Here’s what you need to know:
WHO: All faculty (RFT and adjunct) and staff
WHAT: An opportunity to practice answering questions related to teaching, learning, and assessment.
WHEN: Friday, April 26th from 10:45am to 11:30am
WHERE: Marshall Room
WHY: To help ensure our community is ready for our HLC site visit on October 21-22, 2024.
HOW: You can prepare by reviewing the draft assurance argument, focusing on Criteria 3 and 4. The draft argument can be found in Moodle.

Please consider joining us!

submitted by halemsks@augsburg.edu

This Wednesday, April 24th from 10:30 am to 11:30 am is Donuts and Coffee!! Location CWC lobby.

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