Category: Event Announcements

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Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am for a service of Healing of the Nations and Communion. This will be a service of music and prayer for peace and healing followed by the sharing of Communion.

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Campus Ministry offers 20 minutes of chapel time each week day during the school year.
Come join us for a time of reflection and renewal. The fall chapel theme is “What We Need is Here.” All are welcome!

Mindful Monday: Breathe, Move, Be. Start your week with 20 minutes of being, not doing. Led by Tara Mader, Associate Professor of Health, Exercise Science, and Physical Education

Uncovering Vocation: On the second and fourth Tuesday of the month we will continue our Uncovering Vocation series co-sponsored by the Christensen Center for Vocation. In addition to Scott Krajewski who spoke in chapel on September 10, we will hear from:
Paul Vang, Pan-Asian Student Services Program Manager, Instructor (9/24);
Christopher Scott, Associate Professor of Mathematics and Mathematics Education (10/8); Jaqueline deVries, Professor and Department Chair, History (10/22);
Cyndi Berg, Executive Assistant to the President (11/12); and
Moutmita Dasgupta, Assistant Professor of Physics (11/26).

Living Stories: “Living Stories” is a series co-hosted by the Department of Religion and Philosophy, Augsburg Interfaith Institute, and Campus Ministry. Each month we will hear stories of commitment from across traditions. This fall we will hear stories from:
Dr. Tamara Gray, Executive Director of Rabata, on Islam – October 9 at 10:40 am;
Rev. Jim Bear Jacobs, Minnesota Council of Churches, on Native American Spirituality – November 13 at 10:40 am; and
Rev. K.P. Hong, Unity Unitarian Church, on multi religious belonging – December 4 at 10:40 am.

If you would like to receive the weekly Campus Ministry update, please email Janice Dames at dames@augsburg.edu.

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Cedar-Riverside Multicultural Dinner
September 19, 2024 – from 4-7:30 pm
Brian Coyle Community Center

Pillsbury United Communities, in partnership with other neighborhood organizations and businesses (including Augsburg University!), presents We Are Cedar-Riverside: Multicultural Dinner 2024. The event works to uplift the cultures of Cedar-Riverside to build bridges of understanding across our community. We welcome folks of all ages and backgrounds to celebrate the richness of our city’s most diverse neighborhood together.

Join Pillsbury United Communities for their annual celebration of the many cultures present in Cedar-Riverside through local food, dance performances, and relationship building

More information is available at https://pillsburyunited.org/we-are-cedar-riverside/#dinner

https://pillsburyunited.org/we-are-cedar-riverside/#dinner

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On Saturday, September 21st, come see community solutions in motion and learn about the upcoming renovation of the Roof Depot warehouse as we continue building toward the long-fostered East Phillips Urban Farm vision.

All are welcome to this free event, put on by and for the community. There will be food, presentations, live art and performances, youth-led journalism, and plenty of activities for kids and adults.

Hosted by East Phillips Neighborhood Institute (EPNI), in collaboration with HOPE Community, Strong Mind Strong Body Foundation’s Community Journalism Program, Kalpulli KetzalCoatlicue (Danza Ketzal), KRSM Radio, Little Earth Protectors, and other local partners.

Please RSVP! There is no fee, but will help us figure out food.

Learn more at: https://linktr.ee/epnifarm

Interested in volunteering with EPNI?Fill out this form! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1myT1Fnaj4nOtMbkQlBYkjX7PxnDxuBmGsWwnxKGgT3s/viewform?edit_requested=true

Please RSVP!

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Social Work Students!

We are excited to invite you to the next meeting of the NASW-MN Student Affinity Group! This is a great opportunity for social work students across Minnesota to connect, share experiences, and build a supportive community.

Date: September 25, 2024
Time: 6:30-7:30 PM
Location: Via Zoom (registration link below)

For any further questions or concerns, please email premob@augsburg.edu

Registration Form

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Come learn about off-campus study programs available to Auggies, both abroad and in the USA. Programs range from a few weeks, to a semester, to a year, and there are opportunities that can work for every Auggie. Study Abroad & Away is your chance to live and study in another place while EARNING CREDIT!

STUDY ABROAD & AWAY FAIR
Wednesday, September 11th

10am – 2PM
In the QUAD (rain location: inside Christensen Center lobby)

Pick up brochures, ask questions, and get inspired!

Attend the Fair to ENTER THE PRIZE DRAWING for great gift cards!

Check out Study Abroad & Away Programs here

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All faculty and staff are invited to September Focused Conversation on Tuesday, September 10. Associate Provosts Marah Jacobson and David Matz will provide details about the October accreditation site visit by the Higher Learning Commission.

Tuesday, September 10, 2024
12–1:00 p.m.
Marshall Room or via Zoom

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

All Hands | Inside Augsburg (login required)

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Celebrating 50 Years of Music Therapy at Augsburg University
With Emeritus Professors Cheryl Dileo and Denise Grocke

8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 5
Sateren Auditorium, Augsburg University
2211 Riverside Ave., Minneapolis

Join us to celebrate the Augsburg University music therapy program’s 50th anniversary at the Music Therapy Association of Minnesota conference. Learn about polyvagal theory in trauma-informed care, critical aspects of working with hospice patients, and changes and advances in receptive music therapy. The day concludes with a book signing by Dr. Dileo and Dr. Grocke.

Visit musictherapymn.com/mtam-conference for more information and to register.

musictherapymn.com/mtam-conference

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Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 11:30 am to hear Scott Krajewski, Associate Vice President for Information Technology. On the second and fourth Tuesday of the month we will continue our Uncovering Vocation series co-sponsored by the Christensen Center for Vocation. On September 24, we will hear from Paul Vang, Pan-Asian Student Services Program Manager.

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Bring Your Students; Bring Your Friends; Bring Yourself! Augsburg’s Minnesota Urban Debate League & the University of Minnesota’s Debate Team are hosting a watch party for the first Harris v. Trump presidential debate on Tuesday, September 10 in Rapson Hall, room 100. Doors will open at 7:30pm, and the debate starts at 8pm. Please contact Dr. David Cram Helwich (helwi012@umn.edu) if you have any questions.

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All faculty and staff are invited to September Focused Conversation on Tuesday, September 10. Associate Provosts Marah Jacobson and David Matz will provide details about the October accreditation site visit by the Higher Learning Commission.

Tuesday, September 10, 2024
12–1:00 p.m.
Marshall Room or via Zoom

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

All Hands | Inside Augsburg (login required)

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Ensemble Zedashe, a virtuosic company of 10 singers, players, and dancers of traditional Georgian music, will be on their US tour in September, and they are stopping at Augsburg to present a full concert for the public. The presentation will open with the performance of a Georgian liturgical chant sung by Augsburg choral students/alums and their cooperating teaching artists from the Mirandola Ensemble. Later in the program, currently enrolled choral students will join Zedashe in one or two numbers.

Friday, September 6th
Hoversten Chapel
7:30PM Concert

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All faculty and staff are invited to September Focused Conversation on Tuesday, September 10. Associate Provosts Marah Jacobson and David Matz will provide details about the October accreditation site visit by the Higher Learning Commission.

Tuesday, September 10, 2024
12–1:00 p.m.
Marshall Room or via Zoom

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

All Hands | Inside Augsburg (login required)

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am to hear Pastor Babette Chatman preach on our theme “All We Need is Here.” We will offer a blessing for the Augsburg Football team as they begin their season.

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Enjoy a performance of captivating music and dance with the incredible Georgian ensemble, Zedashe, performing traditional polyphonic music.

Friday, September 6th
Hoversten Chapel
7:30PM Concert

submitted by musto@augsburg.edu

Join the Strommen Center and the newly launched Career Collaborative for a virtual Lunch and Learn session September 11th from 12pm to 1pm. In this session, program manager Gina Musto will introduce the Strommen Center’s new mission and vision draft and discuss the importance of design thinking across campus, particularly in career exploration.

Register for the Lunch and Learn here!

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.

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.

Register for the race with this Google Form.

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

Register for the race with this Google Form.

submitted by rengifoj@augsburg.edu

Come learn about off-campus study programs available to Auggies, both abroad and in the USA. Programs range from a few weeks, to a semester, to a year, and there are opportunities that can work for every Auggie. Study Abroad & Away is your chance to live and study in another place while EARNING CREDIT!

STUDY ABROAD & AWAY FAIR
Wednesday, September 11th

10am – 2PM
In the QUAD (rain location: inside Christensen Center lobby)

Pick up brochures, ask questions, and get inspired!

Attend the Fair to ENTER THE PRIZE DRAWING for great gift cards!

Check out StudyAbroad & Away Programs here

Check out Study Abroad & Away Programs here

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Augsburg’s land acknowledgement statement reads:

“Augsburg’s spirit is propelled by a heartbeat that started long before us. That heartbeat was present before our founding, when the land where Augsburg today stands was stewarded by the Dakota people. The Dakota are the original inhabitants of this area, and they are still here today. We honor their wisdom about this place and their recognition that we are all part of the same creation. We share their sense of obligation to the larger community, including to future generations.”

This land acknowledgement statement is used at commencement and at university convocations. Individuals who wish to use or create a different land acknowledgement for an event are responsible for ensuring the accuracy and appropriateness of their remarks.

Augsburg Land Acknowledgement Statement

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Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 11:30 am for a chapel service led by the Augsburg University Student Ministry leaders. We will install the leaders as deacons at the service.

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AUDITIONS:
Monday Sept. 9 from 3:30-6:00
Sign up for a 10-minute audition time on the Foss Theater Door.
OR
Tuesday Sept. 10 from 6:30-9:30
Sign up for a 10-minute audition time on the Foss Theater Door.

Stage Direction by Darcey Engen Music Direction by Jill Dawe

Performances November 1–November 10

An Enemy of the People examines how a community responds when the local doctor threatens to expose that the town’s water source they rely on for tourism is contaminated. It raises questions of how far a community will go to protect their town’s secret so they can keep tourism dollars coming and circumvent a path to financial ruin. Scenes and songs will happen in close proximity to the audience, compelling them to feel as if they are part of the story. Immersed in the play’s dilemma, audiences will find themselves part of the climactic ending of the play when they actually vote to shape the ending of the story.

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Please join the theater department for a 1-Hour meeting/open house on Thursday September 5 in the Foss Theater from 4:00-5:00pm. Doors are open for all — feel free to come and go if you need. There will be SNACKS!!! Come learn about our Season, Guest Artists, Faculty, Staff and our Classes! Learn how to get involved!

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All faculty and staff are invited to September Focused Conversation on Tuesday, September 10. Associate Provosts Marah Jacobson and David Matz will provide details about the October accreditation site visit by the Higher Learning Commission.

Tuesday, September 10, 2024
12–1:00 p.m.
Marshall Room or via Zoom

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

All Hands | Inside Augsburg (login required)

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The Thrive Program welcomes back all students in the Education Department.

Event Type: Informational and community building
Date: September 9th 2024
Time: 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Place: Oren Gateway Certer: Room 100.

Snack and drinks will be available.

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Join the Strommen Center and the newly launched Career Collaborative for a virtual Lunch and Learn session September 11th from 12pm to 1pm. In this session, program manager Gina Musto will introduce the Strommen Center’s new mission and vision draft and discuss the importance of design thinking across campus, particularly in career exploration.

Register for the Lunch and Learn here!

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Date/Time: Sept 25th @ 6:30-7:30pm via Zoom

*Zoom registration Link is below*

Info on the meeting:

At the NASW-MN student affinity group meetings, students from various schools come together to discuss internships, share resources, and build connections with peers in the field of social work. Meetings occur both online and in-person on a bi-annual basis. Attending these meetings can significantly enhance your student career by expanding your professional network and providing valuable insights into social work practice and opportunities at NASW-MN.

Meeting Registration Form

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Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am to hear from Ellie Olson, Director of Center for Wellness and Counseling, as we continue our series of “What We Need is Here.”

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Hii Auggies

We would like to greet you with our furry friends for the first Wednesday, September 4th from 10:30am-11:30m in CWC Lobby. Don’t forget to stop by!

We wish you a successful, lovely, joyful semester

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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.

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.

Register for the race with this Google Form.

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

Register for the race with this Google Form.

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.

Volunteers get a FREE TIE-DYE T-SHIRT and a FREE MEAL TICKET!

FOLLOW THIS LINK TO LEARN MORE AND REGISTER: https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/events/volunteer-for-imagine-cedarfest/

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Student, faculty, and staff, please join us for the 2024 Christensen Convocation!

My Body Is My Vocation: Embracing Self-Care as a Sacred Calling
Chanequa Walker-Barnes
Thursday, September 19th, 11:00-12:00
Foss Center, Hoversten Chapel, Augsburg University
In religious contexts, vocation is usually defined as the work that the Divine calls us to do on behalf of others. But what if our vocation starts much closer to home, with the ways that we care for and nurture ourselves? This lecture explores how self-care transcends mere indulgence to become a spiritual discipline and vocation that helps us to cultivate resilience, compassion, a deeper connection with our faith, and ultimately, greater love for the world.
Chanequa Walker-Barnes, Ph.D., is a prominent scholar, theologian, and author, known for her thought-provoking work on racial justice and spirituality. With a deep commitment to social change, she combines her expertise in clinical psychology and theology to tackle issues of systemic oppression, cultural trauma, and their impact on individuals and society.

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Join the Strommen Center and the newly launched Career Collaborative for a virtual Lunch and Learn session September 11th from 12pm to 1pm. In this session, program manager Gina Musto will introduce the Strommen Center’s new mission and vision draft and discuss the importance of design thinking across campus, particularly in career exploration.

Register for the Lunch & Learn here!

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The Great Debate Series is held by the Minnesota Urban Debate League, a program of Augsburg University, every year. To celebrate our 20th anniversary, four of our debaters will explore the topic of AI & Intellectual Property Rights from 5-8:30 PM on September 18, 2024.

First Lady of Minnesota (and former speech and debate coach!) Gwen Walz has confirmed her attendance. MN Secretary of State Steve Simon will join us for a Fireside Chat on AI & election integrity.

The following students will compete in the debate:

• Max Ulven – Central High School
• Ani McQuillen – Roosevelt HS
• Laura Afriyie – Tartan HS
• Sai Yang – Johnson HS

Event Schedule:
Wednesday, September 18th, 2024 at Minneapolis Institute of Arts
5:00-6:00pm Open Reception
6:00-6:45 Opening Remarks, Recognition of Sponsors, Conversation & Meal at tables
6:45-7:10 Student Debate
7:10-7:30 pm Interview of Mayors by Students, Student Reflections
7:30-7:55 pm Interview of Sec. of State Steve Simon
7:55-8:15 pm Champion of Change
8:20 pm Conclusion

Watch our debaters in action and get a chance to be part of this important conversation. Tickets are selling fast! Individual tickets begin at $125:

https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/2024-mayors-challenge/

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Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 11:30 am to hear from Jennifer Butler, Director of Multicultural Life, as we continue our series of “What We Need is Here.”

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The Thrive Program welcomes back all students in the Education Department.

Event Type: Informational and community building
Date: September 9th 2024
Time: 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Place: Oren Gateway Certer: Room 100.

Snack and drinks will be available.

submitted by mendezm@augsburg.edu

Enjoy a performance of captivating music and dance with the incredible Georgian ensemble, Zedashe, performing traditional polyphonic music.

Friday, September 6th
Hoversten Chapel
7:30PM Concert

submitted by musto@augsburg.edu

Join the Strommen Center and the newly launched Career Collaborative for a virtual Lunch and Learn session September 11th from 12pm to 1pm. In this session, program manager Gina Musto will introduce the Strommen Center’s new mission and vision draft and discuss the importance of design thinking across campus, particularly in career exploration.

Register for the Lunch and Learn here!

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All are invited to a memorial for the Loveliest of Trees (the Cottonwood tree behind Hagfors that was a gathering place for our community for many years), which came down in the storm on August 27th, 2024.

We will gather at 4:00 p.m. today, August 30th, 2024 at the tree. Shortly after gathering, there will be a short offering of interfaith blessings, prayers, and thanksgiving for the tree, and an opportunity for attendees to share memories, feelings and grief, hosted by our wonderful Campus Ministry.

Participants are asked to gather on the 20th Avenue side of the tree and, for safety, to not approach trunk or branches of the tree that are suspended from the surface of the ground.

Efforts lead by Professors Matt Beckman and Leon van Eck, in collaboration with our groundskeeping team, are being made to preserve the memory of tree in a manner that honors all it did with our community. We hope to be able to announce further information about these efforts in the near future.

Contact Alex Fink at finka2@augsburg.edu with any questions. Thank you all for coming together and supporting our community and neighbors.

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Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am as we continue our theme of “What We Need is Here.” Today President Paul Pribbenow will preach on “All We Need: The Miracle of Abundance.”

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

All are invited to a memorial for the Loveliest of Trees (the Cottonwood tree behind Hagfors that was a gathering place for our community for many years), which came down in the storm on August 27th, 2024.

We will gather at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, August 30th, 2024 at the tree. Shortly after gathering, there will be a short offering of interfaith blessings, prayers, and thanksgiving for the tree, and an opportunity for attendees to share memories, feelings and grief, hosted by our wonderful Campus Ministry.

Participants are asked to gather on the 20th Avenue side of the tree and, for safety, to not approach trunk or branches of the tree that are suspended from the surface of the ground.

Efforts lead by Professors Matt Beckman and Leon van Eck, in collaboration with our groundskeeping team, are being made to preserve the memory of tree in a manner that honors all it did with our community. We hope to be able to announce further information about these efforts in the near future.

Contact Alex Fink at finka2@augsburg.edu with any questions. Thank you all for coming together and supporting our community and neighbors.

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 11:30 – 11:50 am for a service of music and prayer led by our campus ministry musician Brian DeYoung.

submitted by gebbengn@augsburg.edu

AUDITIONS:
Monday Sept. 9 from 3:30-6:00
Sign up for a 10-minute audition time on the Foss Theater Door.
OR
Tuesday Sept. 10 from 6:30-9:30
Sign up for a 10-minute audition time on the Foss Theater Door.

Stage Direction by Darcey Engen Music Direction by Jill Dawe

Performances November 1–November 10

An Enemy of the People examines how a community responds when the local doctor threatens to expose that the town’s water source they rely on for tourism is contaminated. It raises questions of how far a community will go to protect their town’s secret so they can keep tourism dollars coming and circumvent a path to financial ruin. Scenes and songs will happen in close proximity to the audience, compelling them to feel as if they are part of the story. Immersed in the play’s dilemma, audiences will find themselves part of the climactic ending of the play when they actually vote to shape the ending of the story.

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 – 11:00 am today for our first chapel service of the fall. Pastor John Schwehn will preach today. Our fall theme is “What We Need is Here.”

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Join us this evening at 7:00 – 8:30 pm outside of Foss Hall for the Campus Ministry Block Party. Stop by to enjoy live music with Joe Davis and the Poetic Diaspora, ice cream treats and frozen fruit bars, games, and a free t-shirt!

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Opening Convocation – the official kick-off event for the 2024-25 academic year – is scheduled for today 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

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.

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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.

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

Register for the race with this Google Form.

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.

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

Register for the race here.

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Join DOUG, Metro Transit’s erudite and friendly Education Coordinator to learn about public transportation in the region and how it can benefit you and our students!!! Using public transportation is an excellent way to get to know your city and neighbors, and it’s way cheaper than driving a dang car. Just think of all the time you’ll save looking for parking….see you in Oren Gateway 114!

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 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 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

______________________

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

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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!

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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

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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

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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