submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Please join us at 10:40 am in Hoversten Chapel to hear Dave Scherer, rapper and storyteller, preach and sing in chapel today.
Category: Event Announcements
Soomal House of Art: Transmigrating Cassettes Workshop Saturday, September 9, 2-5:30 p.m.
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Transmigrating Cassettes
Workshop
Saturday, September 9, 2 – 5:30 PM
Pillsbury Hall
University of Minnesota
310 Pillsbury Dr. SE,
Minneapolis, MN 55455
REGISTER HERE
Organized as part of the public programme for the inaugural 2023-2024 Soomaal House Archive Fellowship.
‘Tacabbir’ is a Somali nautical term referring to crossers of the sea. It is composed of the Somali word ta’ab (effort/work) and Arabic abara (to cross over).
Following their first workshop held at the historic Africa Center, SITAAD invites the public in Minneapolis to a workshop themed on their project Transmigrating Cassettes Vol. 1 which remediates Augustus F. Sherman’s Somali photographs and the troupe’s under-examined deportations.
In 1914, Chief Registry Clerk Augustus F. Sherman photographed a large group of Somali passengers from French Somaliland at Ellis Island Immigration Station. At the station, the group were processed as a performing troupe that arrived for exhibition purposes with Barnum & Bailey Circus. On the same day, in a letter addressed to the U.S. Department of Labour Ellis Island Immigration Inspector John F. Mann declared that at the “expiration of their tour,” each troupe member would leave the United States. The workshop will address the potential of uncovering colonial archives using sonic methods, along with an introduction to audio-visual methods. Workshop attendees will be invited to contribute to the project through cassette recordings and writings.
The workshop will include a Somali music cassette listening booth, dialogues, small plates, and refreshments.
*** Final presentation of this research will take place on September 15 at Soomaal House Gallery. More details to follow after the workshop.
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GENERAL / GALLERY HOURS
Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday
1 – 5 PM
CURRENT EXHIBIT:
The Blooming Lotus Flower
August 19 – September 23, 2023
Owámniyomni Site Visit Saturday, September 9, 1:30-3:30 pm
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Owámniyomni Site Visit Saturday, September 9, 1:30-3:30 pm
Join Dakota tribal members from each of the four Dakota tribes in Mnisota on Saturday, September 9 for a visit to Owámniyomni (St. Anthony Falls) and Wíta Wanáǧi (Spirit Island) in Minneapolis. These sacred places have been heavily altered, but the lock at the Falls is now closed to commercial boat traffic, and there is an opportunity to reconnect with the river and restore this place in meaningful ways.
The non-profit Friends of the Falls is engaging with Dakota tribal nations about what could happen here in the future. The visit will include a presentation by Shelley Buck, president of Friends of the Falls and vice-president of Prairie Island Indian Community, as well as a short walking tour of the area. Food & drink provided.
To register follow this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/owamniyomni-site-visit-tickets-703425232807?utm_source=eventbrite&utm_medium=email&utm_content=follow_notification&utm_campaign=following_published_event&utm_term=Ow%C3%A1mniyomni+Site+Visit&aff=ebemoffollowpublishemail
Come to a “GlobalEd” Talk: Focus on Africa
submitted by hardaker@augsburg.edu
The Augsburg community is invited to join CGEE in welcoming Pinias Kashedi, Global Faculty from Namibia, on campus! He will be hosting a talk about the marginalization of youth in Southern Africa, titled, “Education Capture and Youth Marginalization in Namibia.” A brief description is below:
In 2023, economic opportunities for young people in Namibia are drying up. The country is facing nearly 90,000 unemployed graduates, many with advanced educational qualifications, in a nation with a total population of approximately 2.5 million. With one of the highest unemployment rates in Africa, there is a prevailing belief among Namibian youth that political activism does not yield results.
Colonial and social injustices are a factor to these contemporary issues, but also an inherited education system which perpetuates economic and social marginalization of young people. What measures, if any, is the Namibian government undertaking to address these pressing concerns? Mr. Kashedi will expound upon these matters from his point of view as a Namibian citizen who has worked with youth for many years, during this captivating “GlobalEd” talk right here at Augsburg University.
When: Wednesday, September 20th
Time: 3:40 p.m.
Where: OGC 100
ALL are welcome to attend! We appreciate an RSVP, but it is not required.
Chapel: D.J. Chatelaine
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Please join us at 11:30 am in Hoversten Chapel for daily chapel. Pastoral Intern D.J. Chatelaine will preach and we will install him as our pastoral intern for the 2023-24 year.
Study Abroad and Away Fair Next Week – Sept 13
submitted by stoddard@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 FAIR
Wednesday, September 13
10am – 2pm
Campus Quad (rain location Christensen Center lobby)
Pick up brochures, ask questions, and get inspired!
Attend the Fair to Enter the Prize Drawing for one of three gift cards: Visa, Target, or Augsburg Bookstore!
Follow us on Instagram to get some sneak peek fair information! @global_auggies
“We Are Riverside” Cultural Workshops at Brian Coyle Center: Somali, Oromo, and Native American
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
“We Are Riverside” Cultural Immersion Workshops at Brian Coyle Center: Somali, Oromo and Native American
Join Pillsbury United Communities at the Brian Coyle Center for their “We Are Riverside” series of cultural immersion workshops planned in partnership with neighborhood organizations and businesses. These events uplift the cultures of Cedar-Riverside to build bridges of understanding across our community.
Workshops are four hours on Saturday afternoons leading up to the Cedar-Riverside Multicultural Dinner on Thursday, September 21st–mark your calendars, this is a much-loved community gathering with great food from restaurants across the neighborhood, performances from different cultural groups, translators to help neighbors connect across language barriers and a bunch of other fun stuff!
You can register for the workshops using the links below. There is a suggested donation of $25 dollars, but you do not have to pay to register or attend–all are welcome!
Saturday, 9 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Somali Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-somali-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-695413058177?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
Saturday, 16 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Oromo Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-oromo-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-695501372327?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
Saturday, 23 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Native American Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-native-american-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-696101306747?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
This Sunday: Family Archives Workshop at the Soomal House of Art – September 3, 2–5 p.m.
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
THIS SUNDAY! Kaydka Reerka / Family Archives Workshop at the Soomal House of Art
Sunday, September 3, 2 – 5 PM
This workshop led by SITAAD (Leyla Degan and Naima Hassan) explores Somali family archives. It provides an opportunity to learn about archiving and will be introduced by Kaamil A. Haider, co-director and archivist at Soomaal House.
Materials from the Soomaal House Archive will prompt us to consider the conservation of Somali family photographs. In the workshop, alternative strategies of archiving connected to the centrality of Somali oral traditions will also be explored. Somali music cassettes will feature in the workshop; therefore, participants are invited to bring family cassettes.
Participants are recommended to bring 1–5 photographs to the scanning session to take advantage of this opportunity. The doors open at 2 PM and programming at 2:30.
The workshop will include light refreshments.
REGISTER USING THIS LINK: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kaydka-reerka-family-archives-workshop-tickets-708608225277?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl
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GENERAL HOURS
Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday
1 – 5 PM
This Friday: Open Mic Night at the Soomal House of Art – September 1, 7:30–9 p.m.
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
THIS FRIDAY! The Blooming Lotus Flower—OPEN MIC NIGHT at the Soomal House of Art!
Friday, September 1, 2023
7:30 – 9:00 PM
Please come share your story, poetry with us.
The Blooming Lotus Flower is an exhibition that captures the existing intimate bonds between Somali women to themselves and to their community at large. Khadija Charif’s project explores the profound impact women have on each other’s lives by utilizing photographs, poetry, installation, and audio to mirror real-world experiences witnessed by Charif. This exhibition is an ode to the women who are often beings sought as a space to find peace in and at times extract a piece from. A letter for the mothers who shape themselves into a home. A cry for the eldest daughters who are devoured unripe. A reminder to the sisters who extend their selflessness until there is no self left to sense.
Khadija invites viewers to engage with the work, encouraging them to contemplate the relationships in their own lives. Her ultimate goal is to explore the full spectrum of her artistic expression, offering a glimpse into the artistic monologue of a Muslim woman, centered around the layered concepts of identity, womanhood, sisterhood, and their interconnections.
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GENERAL HOURS
Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday
1 – 5 PM
Auditions for the Play, “The Clockwork Professor”
submitted by narvaezb@augsburg.edu
The Theater Department invites students to audition for its Fall production of The Clockwork Professor, a steampunk comedy written by Maggy Lee and Directed by Beliza Torres Narváez.
Wednesday, September 6th, 6:30-9:30 pm
Thursday, September 7th, 4-7 pm
Callbacks: Friday, September 8th, 4-7 pm
Tjornhom-Nelson Theater (Foss Center)
Sign-up sheets for auditions are posted on the Tjornhom-Nelson Theater door in the Foss Center.
All levels of experience and ability are welcome to audition.
Click the link for more information about auditions, what to prepare, and the rehearsal and show schedule.
For questions email: narvaezb@augsburg.edu
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1As0g2t5J5bW4FG7QSJuB8tD4WHImxPQz1vNKvW1zNn0/edit
Admissions Open House – Tuesday, September 5, 1–2 p.m.
submitted by fulford@augsburg.edu
The Office of Admissions welcomes faculty and staff to our office on Tuesday, September 5th from 1:00pm-2:00pm to meet our admissions staff, including our new hires!, and to celebrate the remarkable year we have had! We hope to see you all there!
New Staff Members in the Office of Admissions:
Laurel Ward – First Year Admissions Counselor – Laurel is a ’23 graduate of Gustavus and comes in with experience as a peer advisor. She also is an assistant golf coach at Macalester. Laurel’s first day is Sept. 5th.
Malak Tinsley ’22 – First Year Admissions Counselor – Malak is a ’22 graduate of Augsburg. During her time here, she was very involved with Campus Kitchens and Campus Life. We are super excited for what they will bring to our office! Malak’s first day is Sept. 5th.
Angelina Masciopinto ’23 – After working in our office for years as as student, we are beyond thrilled to have her continue her work in our office as the Enrollment Communications Specialist. Her first ‘official’ day is Sept 5th.
September 1–17: Norway House Presents “Naïve.Super”
submitted by hermansb@augsburg.edu
WHAT:
Naïve.Super – a new adaptation of Erlend Loe’s 1995 coming-of-age novel by Kurt Engh
WHEN:
September 1-17, 2023
WHERE:
Norway House, 913 East Franklin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55404
WHY:
The play is adapted from the 1995 best-selling Norwegian cult novel about a 25-year-old questioning life and purpose. Engh’s adaptation uses experimental theater techniques in a refreshing, comedic text. The play is held in Norway House’s new innovation and culture center, opened by the Queen of Norway last October.
WHO:
AUTHOR | Erlend Loe
ADAPTER / DIRECTOR / PRODUCER | Kurt Engh
DRAMATURG | Danielle Kincs
PROJECTION DESIGN | Ian Olson
VIDEOGRAPHER | Keller Davis
TICKETS:
Sliding scale/PWYC: $15-$30
The YWCA Presents “It’s Time to Talk: Forums on Race”
submitted by shepherg@augsburg.edu
The YWCA’s 21st Annual It’s Time to Talk: Forums on Race™ provides an opportunity for the Twin Cities community and beyond to engage in crucial conversations on race and racism. This year’s host and keynote speaker is Marc Lamont Hill, American academic, author, activist, television personality, and professor of media studies and urban education at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The featured breakout speakers are Dr. Joi Lewis and Kyle “Guante” Tran Myhre.
Please consider attending this free and VIRTUAL community event!
“We Are Riverside” Cultural Workshops at Brian Coyle Center: Somali, Oromo and Native American
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
“We Are Riverside” Cultural Immersion Workshops at Brian Coyle Center: Somali, Oromo and Native American
Join Pillsbury United Communities at the Brian Coyle Center for their “We Are Riverside” series of cultural immersion workshops planned in partnership with neighborhood organizations and businesses. These events uplift the cultures of Cedar-Riverside to build bridges of understanding across our community.
Workshops are four hours on Saturday afternoons leading up to the Cedar-Riverside Multicultural Dinner on Thursday, September 21st–mark your calendars, this is a much-loved community gathering with great food from restaurants across the neighborhood, performances from different cultural groups, translators to help neighbors connect across language barriers and a bunch of other fun stuff!
You can register for the workshops using the links below. There is a suggested donation of $25 dollars, but you do not have to pay to register or attend–all are welcome!
Saturday, 9 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Somali Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-somali-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-695413058177?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
Saturday, 16 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Oromo Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-oromo-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-695501372327?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
Saturday, 23 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Native American Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-native-american-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-696101306747?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
Owámniyomni Site Visit Saturday, September 9, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Owámniyomni Site Visit Saturday, September 9, 1:30-3:30 pm
Join Dakota tribal members from each of the four Dakota tribes in Mnisota on Saturday, September 9 for a visit to Owámniyomni (St. Anthony Falls) and Wíta Wanáǧi (Spirit Island) in Minneapolis. These sacred places have been heavily altered, but the lock at the Falls is now closed to commercial boat traffic, and there is an opportunity to reconnect with the river and restore this place in meaningful ways.
The non-profit Friends of the Falls is engaging with Dakota tribal nations about what could happen here in the future. The visit will include a presentation by Shelley Buck, president of Friends of the Falls and vice-president of Prairie Island Indian Community, as well as a short walking tour of the area. Food & drink provided.
To register follow this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/owamniyomni-site-visit-tickets-703425232807?utm_source=eventbrite&utm_medium=email&utm_content=follow_notification&utm_campaign=following_published_event&utm_term=Ow%C3%A1mniyomni+Site+Visit&aff=ebemoffollowpublishemail
Chapel: Pastor John Schwehn
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Please join us at 11:30 am in Hoversten Chapel in Foss Hall for daily chapel. Today University Pastor John Schwehn will be preaching as we continue our fall theme of “And Grace Will Lead Me…”
The YWCA presents “It’s Time to Talk: Forums on Race”
submitted by shepherg@augsburg.edu
The YWCA’s 21st Annual It’s Time to Talk: Forums on Race™ provides an opportunity for the Twin Cities community and beyond to engage in crucial conversations on race and racism. This year’s host and keynote speaker is Marc Lamont Hill, American academic, author, activist, television personality, and professor of media studies and urban education at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The featured breakout speakers are Dr. Joi Lewis and Kyle “Guante” Tran Myhre.
Please consider attending this free and VIRTUAL community event!
Come to the Theater Department’s Annual Welcome Back Meeting
submitted by stadlerl@augsburg.edu
Come to the Augsburg Theater Department’s annual Welcome Back meeting on Thursday, August 31st from 4-5pm! We’ll be discussing the upcoming season, meeting our incredible faculty and new theater friends, and hearing from students about our program!
This meeting will be held in the Studio Theater in the Foss Center and everyone is welcome to come and learn about the department!
If you have any questions, be sure to send an email to either theatre@augsburg.edu or to the Department Chair, Darcey Engen, engen@augsburg.edu
We can’t wait to begin this season and we hope to see you there!
Norway House Presents: Naïve. Super
submitted by hermansb@augsburg.edu
WHAT:
Naïve.Super – a new adaptation of Erlend Loe’s 1995 coming-of-age novel by Kurt Engh
WHEN:
September 1-17, 2023
WHERE:
Norway House, 913 East Franklin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55404
WHY:
The play is adapted from the 1995 best-selling Norwegian cult novel about a 25-year-old questioning life and purpose. Engh’s adaptation uses experimental theater techniques in a refreshing, comedic text. The play is held in Norway House’s new innovation and culture center, opened by the Queen of Norway last October.
WHO:
AUTHOR | Erlend Loe
ADAPTER / DIRECTOR / PRODUCER | Kurt Engh
DRAMATURG | Danielle Kincs
PROJECTION DESIGN | Ian Olson
VIDEOGRAPHER | Keller Davis
TICKETS:
Sliding scale/PWYC: $15-$30 Click Here for Tickets or visit http://www.norwayhouse.org/naive-super
“We Are Riverside” Cultural Workshops at Brian Coyle Center: Somali, Oromo, and Native American
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
“We Are Riverside” Cultural Immersion Workshops at Brian Coyle Center: Somali, Oromo and Native American
Join Pillsbury United Communities at the Brian Coyle Center for their “We Are Riverside” series of cultural immersion workshops planned in partnership with neighborhood organizations and businesses. These events uplift the cultures of Cedar-Riverside to build bridges of understanding across our community.
Workshops are four hours on Saturday afternoons leading up to the Cedar-Riverside Multicultural Dinner on Thursday, September 21st–mark your calendars, this is a much-loved community gathering with great food from restaurants across the neighborhood, performances from different cultural groups, translators to help neighbors connect across language barriers and a bunch of other fun stuff!
You can register for the workshops using the links below. There is a suggested donation of $25 dollars, but you do not have to pay to register or attend–all are welcome!
Saturday, 9 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Somali Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-somali-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-695413058177?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
Saturday, 16 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Oromo Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-oromo-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-695501372327?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
Saturday, 23 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Native American Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-native-american-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-696101306747?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
This Friday – The Blooming Lotus Flower – Open Mic Night at the Soomal House of Art
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
THIS FRIDAY! The Blooming Lotus Flower—OPEN MIC NIGHT at the Soomal House of Art!
Friday, September 1, 2023
7:30 – 9:00 PM
Please come share your story, poetry with us.
The Blooming Lotus Flower is an exhibition that captures the existing intimate bonds between Somali women to themselves and to their community at large. Khadija Charif’s project explores the profound impact women have on each other’s lives by utilizing photographs, poetry, installation, and audio to mirror real-world experiences witnessed by Charif. This exhibition is an ode to the women who are often beings sought as a space to find peace in and at times extract a piece from. A letter for the mothers who shape themselves into a home. A cry for the eldest daughters who are devoured unripe. A reminder to the sisters who extend their selflessness until there is no self left to sense.
Khadija invites viewers to engage with the work, encouraging them to contemplate the relationships in their own lives. Her ultimate goal is to explore the full spectrum of her artistic expression, offering a glimpse into the artistic monologue of a Muslim woman, centered around the layered concepts of identity, womanhood, sisterhood, and their interconnections.
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GENERAL HOURS
Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday
1 – 5 PM
This Sunday – Kaydka Reerka / Family Archives Workshop at the Soomal House of Art
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
THIS SUNDAY! Kaydka Reerka / Family Archives Workshop at the Soomal House of Art
Sunday, September 3, 2 – 5 PM
This workshop led by SITAAD (Leyla Degan and Naima Hassan) explores Somali family archives. It provides an opportunity to learn about archiving and will be introduced by Kaamil A. Haider, co-director and archivist at Soomaal House.
Materials from the Soomaal House Archive will prompt us to consider the conservation of Somali family photographs. In the workshop, alternative strategies of archiving connected to the centrality of Somali oral traditions will also be explored. Somali music cassettes will feature in the workshop; therefore, participants are invited to bring family cassettes.
Participants are recommended to bring 1–5 photographs to the scanning session to take advantage of this opportunity. The doors open at 2 PM and programming at 2:30.
The workshop will include light refreshments.
REGISTER USING THIS LINK: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kaydka-reerka-family-archives-workshop-tickets-708608225277?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl
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GENERAL HOURS
Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday
1 – 5 PM
The YWCA presents “It’s Time to Talk: Forums on Race”
submitted by shepherg@augsburg.edu
The YWCA’s 21st Annual It’s Time to Talk: Forums on Race™ provides an opportunity for the Twin Cities community and beyond to engage in crucial conversations on race and racism. This year’s host and keynote speaker is Marc Lamont Hill, American academic, author, activist, television personality, and professor of media studies and urban education at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The featured breakout speakers are Dr. Joi Lewis and Kyle “Guante” Tran Myhre.
Please consider attending this free and VIRTUAL community event!
Chapel: Pastor Babette Chatman
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Join us at 10:40 am in Hoversten Chapel in Foss Hall for our first chapel service. Rev. Babette Chatman, University Pastor and Director of Campus Ministry, will preach. This fall our theme is “And Grace will lead me…”
Campus Ministry Block Party TONIGHT
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Join us at 7:00 – 8:30 pm outside of Foss Hall for the Campus Ministry Block Party. Stop by for live music with Joe Davis and the Poetic Diaspora, free snacks and ice-cream treats or frozen fruit bars, free t-shirts, and fun!
Pan-Asian Student Services Movie Night
submitted by vangpa@augsburg.edu
Kick off the first week of classes by joining PASS for a movie night! We will be showing Xai & Luna Blood Bond 2 a Hmong romantic comedy that will have you laughing and crying. This film is produced from a local artist who will be joining us for a Q&A session after the showing. The event is free and open to the public, you must register due to limited seating.
Wednesday, August 30th. 7pm-10pm
Sateren Auditorium, free parking in lot L
Door prizes after the movie!
Meet the producers and Q&A session
email Paul Vang, PASS Program Manager, at vangpa@augsburg.edu for more information.
Campus Ministry Block Party TOMORROW
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Join us on Wednesday, August 30th at 7:00 – 8:30 pm outside of Foss Hall for the Campus Ministry Block Party. Stop by for live music with Joe Davis and the Poetic Diaspora, free snacks and ice-cream treats or frozen fruit bars, free t-shirts, and fun!
AAUP Open Forum – TODAY at 3:30
submitted by starckl@augsburg.edu
The Augsburg Chapter of the AAUP invites any interested faculty and staff to join us for an open session today (Tuesday 8/29) at 3:30 in the Marshall Room to discuss the current financial challenges.
We’ll be meeting again soon, so if you can’t make it today, look for another announcement in the next week or two.
Welcome Students on August 29 at 10:30 a.m. for Opening Convocation
submitted by gubrud@augsburg.edu
On Tuesday, August 29 at 10:30am, staff and faculty are invited to line up along both sides of 7 1/2 Street (between Anderson Music Hall and Murphy Square) and cheer/clap as incoming first-year and transfer students walk from the Quad to Si Melby during the Convocation Procession. Wear Auggie gear or academic regalia to welcome our newest students to campus.
Clapping tunnel participants will process into the Opening Convocation scheduled from 11am to 11:45am. Please join your fellow faculty and staff for this Auggie tradition!
Pan-Asian Student Services Movie Night
submitted by vangpa@augsburg.edu
Kick off the first week of classes by joining PASS for a movie night! We will be showing Xai & Luna Blood Bond 2 a Hmong romantic comedy that will have you laughing and crying. This film is produced from a local artist who will be joining us for a Q&A session after the showing. The event is free and open to the public, you must register due to limited seating.
Wednesday, August 30th. 7pm-10pm
Sateren Auditorium, free parking in lot L
Door prizes after the movie!
Meet the producers and Q&A session
“We Are Riverside” Cultural Workshops at Brian Coyle Center: Somali, Oromo, and Native American
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
“We Are Riverside” Cultural Immersion Workshops at Brian Coyle Center: Somali, Oromo and Native American
Join Pillsbury United Communities at the Brian Coyle Center for their “We Are Riverside” series of cultural immersion workshops planned in partnership with neighborhood organizations and businesses. These events uplift the cultures of Cedar-Riverside to build bridges of understanding across our community.
Workshops are four hours on Saturday afternoons leading up to the Cedar-Riverside Multicultural Dinner on Thursday, September 21st–mark your calendars, this is a much-loved community gathering with great food from restaurants across the neighborhood, performances from different cultural groups, translators to help neighbors connect across language barriers and a bunch of other fun stuff!
You can register for the workshops using the links below. There is a suggested donation of $25 dollars, but you do not have to pay to register or attend–all are welcome!
Saturday, 9 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Somali Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-somali-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-695413058177?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
Saturday, 16 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Oromo Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-oromo-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-695501372327?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
Saturday, 23 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Native American Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-native-american-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-696101306747?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
“Let Freedom Ring: The 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington” – August 28, 2023
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Experience beloved community and honor the enduring legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs & Freedom!
Join us Monday, August 28, 2023 for a commemorative procession and concert curated by G. Phillip Shoultz, III, associate artistic director of VocalEssence. Dynamic artists will activate memories of the Civil Rights era, inspiring each of us to stand in solidarity as we renew our commitment to do the work required to secure liberty and justice for all! Featuring Jovonta Patton, Joe Davis & The Poetic Diaspora, Threads Dance Project, and members of the Twin Cities Choral Consortium.
Schedule of Events:
5:30 PM Commemorative procession down Northrop Mall ending at the steps of Northrop. Remarks will be given from the steps of Northrop.
6:00 PM Seating for concert, explore local resource tables
6:30 PM “Let Freedom Ring” concert
Reservations will be available starting July 17
The concert is free and open to the public. Reservations are required.
You can find out more and reserve tickets online here: https://cla.umn.edu/news-events/events/let-freedom-ring
Welcome Students on August 29 at 10:30 a.m. for Opening Convocation
submitted by gubrud@augsburg.edu
On Tuesday, August 29 at 10:30am, staff and faculty are invited to line up along both sides of 7 1/2 Street (between Anderson Music Hall and Murphy Square) and cheer/clap as incoming first-year and transfer students walk from the Quad to Si Melby during the Convocation Procession. Wear Auggie gear or academic regalia to welcome our newest students to campus.
Clapping tunnel participants will process into the Opening Convocation scheduled from 11am to 11:45am. Please join your fellow faculty and staff for this Auggie tradition!
“We Are Riverside” Cultural Workshops at Brian Coyle Center: Somali, Oromo, and Native American
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
“We Are Riverside” Cultural Immersion Workshops at Brian Coyle Center: Somali, Oromo and Native American
Join Pillsbury United Communities at the Brian Coyle Center for their “We Are Riverside” series of cultural immersion workshops planned in partnership with neighborhood organizations and businesses. These events uplift the cultures of Cedar-Riverside to build bridges of understanding across our community.
Workshops are four hours on Saturday afternoons leading up to the Cedar-Riverside Multicultural Dinner on Thursday, September 21st–mark your calendars, this is a much-loved community gathering with great food from restaurants across the neighborhood, performances from different cultural groups, translators to help neighbors connect across language barriers and a bunch of other fun stuff!
You can register for the workshops using the links below. There is a suggested donation of $25 dollars, but you do not have to pay to register or attend–all are welcome!
Saturday, 9 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Somali Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-somali-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-695413058177?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
Saturday, 16 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Oromo Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-oromo-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-695501372327?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
Saturday, 23 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Native American Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-native-american-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-696101306747?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
“Let Freedom Ring: The 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington” – August 28, 2023
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
“Let Freedom Ring: The 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington,” August 28, 2023.
Experience beloved community and honor the enduring legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs & Freedom!
Join us Monday, August 28, 2023 for a commemorative procession and concert curated by G. Phillip Shoultz, III, associate artistic director of VocalEssence. Dynamic artists will activate memories of the Civil Rights era, inspiring each of us to stand in solidarity as we renew our commitment to do the work required to secure liberty and justice for all! Featuring Jovonta Patton, Joe Davis & The Poetic Diaspora, Threads Dance Project, and members of the Twin Cities Choral Consortium.
Schedule of Events:
5:30 PM Commemorative procession down Northrop Mall ending at the steps of Northrop. Remarks will be given from the steps of Northrop.
6:00 PM Seating for concert, explore local resource tables
6:30 PM “Let Freedom Ring” concert
Reservations will be available starting July 17
The concert is free and open to the public. Reservations are required.
You can find out more and reserve tickets online here: https://cla.umn.edu/news-events/events/let-freedom-ring
“We Are Riverside” Cultural Workshops at Brian Coyle Center: Somali, Oromo, and Native American
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
“We Are Riverside” Cultural Immersion Workshops at Brian Coyle Center: Somali, Oromo and Native American
Join Pillsbury United Communities at the Brian Coyle Center for their “We Are Riverside” series of cultural immersion workshops planned in partnership with neighborhood organizations and businesses. These events uplift the cultures of Cedar-Riverside to build bridges of understanding across our community.
Workshops are four hours on Saturday afternoons leading up to the Cedar-Riverside Multicultural Dinner on Thursday, September 21st–mark your calendars, this is a much-loved community gathering with great food from restaurants across the neighborhood, performances from different cultural groups, translators to help neighbors connect across language barriers and a bunch of other fun stuff!
You can register for the workshops using the links below. There is a suggested donation of $25 dollars, but you do not have to pay to register or attend–all are welcome!
Saturday, 9 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Somali Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-somali-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-695413058177?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
Saturday, 16 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Oromo Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-oromo-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-695501372327?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
Saturday, 23 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Native American Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-native-american-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-696101306747?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
“We Are Riverside” Cultural Workshops at Brian Coyle Center: Somali, Oromo, and Native American
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
“We Are Riverside” Cultural Immersion Workshops at Brian Coyle Center: Somali, Oromo and Native American
Join Pillsbury United Communities at the Brian Coyle Center for their “We Are Riverside” series of cultural immersion workshops planned in partnership with neighborhood organizations and businesses. These events uplift the cultures of Cedar-Riverside to build bridges of understanding across our community.
Workshops are four hours on Saturday afternoons leading up to the Cedar-Riverside Multicultural Dinner on Thursday, September 21st–mark your calendars, this is a much-loved community gathering with great food from restaurants across the neighborhood, performances from different cultural groups, translators to help neighbors connect across language barriers and a bunch of other fun stuff!
You can register for the workshops using the links below. There is a suggested donation of $25 dollars, but you do not have to pay to register or attend–all are welcome!
Saturday, 9 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Somali Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-somali-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-695413058177?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
Saturday, 16 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Oromo Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-oromo-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-695501372327?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
Saturday, 23 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Native American Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-native-american-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-696101306747?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
Please email Jenean Gilmer with any questions at gilmerje@augsburg.edu.
Volunteers Needed for Open Streets Cedar Riverside – Next Sunday, August 20, 2023, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Join Our Streets Minneapolis and the City of Minneapolis in a celebration of community at Open Streets Cedar-Riverside in 2023, 11 am – 5 pm. If you’re interested in volunteering to help wrassle kids at the petting zoo, camel ride, or dunk tank–or other just as fun stuff but perhaps less chaotic tasks, please fill out the form below and we’ll get back to you.
Play, eat, bike, walk, dance, sing, and more at this free, family-friendly event. More than a street festival, Open Streets Cedar Riverside allows neighbors to experience city streets as public spaces where communities thrive. There will be stages with music from TAMU and KFAI, the Cedar Cultural Center and Palmer’s, The Red Sea and Mixed Blood Theater–as well as a Weinie Dog race and lots of other cool stuff!
Volunteers Needed for Open Streets Cedar Riverside – Next Sunday, August 20, 2023, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Volunteers needed for Open Streets Cedar Riverside – NEXT Sunday, August 20, 2023, 11 am – 5 pm
Join Our Streets Minneapolis and the City of Minneapolis in a celebration of community at Open Streets Cedar-Riverside in 2023, 11 am – 5 pm. If you’re interested in volunteering to help wrassle kids at the petting zoo, camel ride, or dunk tank–or other just as fun stuff but perhaps less chaotic tasks, email Jenean at gilmerje@augsburg.edu.
Play, eat, bike, walk, dance, sing, and more at this free, family-friendly event. More than a street festival, Open Streets Cedar Riverside allows neighbors to experience city streets as public spaces where communities thrive. There will be stages with music from TAMU and KFAI, the Cedar Cultural Center and Palmer’s, The Red Sea and Mixed Blood Theater–as well as a Weinie Dog race and lots of other cool stuff!
Action: Stop HERC – Let Minneapolis Breathe – TODAY, Tuesday, August 15, 1 p.m.
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
The campaign to shut down HERC is now entering a more public and critical phase. We invite you to join next Tuesday August 15 at 1:00pm at the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners meeting in downtown Minneapolis.
Please RSVP so we can send updates about the event, county meeting rules, and our demands: https://actionnetwork.org/events/rally-to-shut-down-herc-trash-burner/
This is an important action– the most important for people to join so far in this campaign. A wide range of people will speak directly to the commissioners, including: doctors, union leaders, scientists, teachers, waste workers and experts, and impacted community members. We need to back them. If we create enough pressure now, we can compel the county commissioners to set in motion HERC’s closure. County staff are already preparing a closure plan because of our work this last legislative session. Now we need these elected commissioners to ensure there’s a date attached to that plan.
Read more here: https://sahanjournal.com/climate-environment/herc-closing-plan-hennepin-county-bonding-bill/
Please bring your people!
Location: Government Center A2400, Board of Commissioners chamber, 300 South Sixth Street Minneapolis, MN 55487. To get to Room A2400, go up the escalator, then go through security for elevator A (not C) to the 24th floor.
Transportation: light rail (Blue & Green lines to Government Plaza); street parking; or *let us know if you need a ride on RSVP form*
Arrival Time: Aim to arrive at least 15 minutes before 1pm to make time for getting through the body scanner.
In solidarity,
Minnesota Environmental Justice Table & HERC Zero Burn Coalition
Action: Stop HERC – Let Minneapolis Breathe – Tuesday, August 15, 1 p.m.
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
The campaign to shut down HERC is now entering a more public and critical phase. We invite you to join next Tuesday August 15 at 1:00pm at the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners meeting in downtown Minneapolis.
Please RSVP so we can send updates about the event, county meeting rules, and our demands: https://actionnetwork.org/events/rally-to-shut-down-herc-trash-burner/
This is an important action– the most important for people to join so far in this campaign. A wide range of people will speak directly to the commissioners, including: doctors, union leaders, scientists, teachers, waste workers and experts, and impacted community members. We need to back them. If we create enough pressure now, we can compel the county commissioners to set in motion HERC’s closure. County staff are already preparing a closure plan because of our work this last legislative session. Now we need these elected commissioners to ensure there’s a date attached to that plan.
Read more here: https://sahanjournal.com/climate-environment/herc-closing-plan-hennepin-county-bonding-bill/
Please bring your people!
Location: Government Center A2400, Board of Commissioners chamber, 300 South Sixth Street Minneapolis, MN 55487. To get to Room A2400, go up the escalator, then go through security for elevator A (not C) to the 24th floor.
Transportation: light rail (Blue & Green lines to Government Plaza); street parking; or *let us know if you need a ride on RSVP form*
Arrival Time: Aim to arrive at least 15 minutes before 1pm to make time for getting through the body scanner.
In solidarity,
Minnesota Environmental Justice Table & HERC Zero Burn Coalition
Volunteers needed TODAY at Brian Coyle
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
The annual Health Fair is from 11:30am to 4:00pm. We still need 4-5 volunteers for the later shift, from 12:30 to 5:00pm. Tasks will involve breaking down tables & chairs at the close of the event, direct vendors and community participants, distribute backpacks, and other tasks as needed. There will be PIZZA!
Pillsbury United Communities is the parent organization for the Brian Coyle Community Center located at 420 15th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55454, there are both Blue and Green Line train stops in the neighborhood and multiple buses that run on Cedar and Riverside Avenues. Parking should be easy to find in the morning and a little more challenging in the afternoon. If you’re concerned we can help!
This is a great way to spend some time with the awesome communities in Cedar-Riverside–and to use your community service hours! If you have any questions or concerns please email Jenean Gilmer at gilmerje@gmail.com. Thanks big time, this is sure to be a fun event!
Please fill out this form to let us know you’re interested: https://forms.gle/oCvZ3oAqDAL3QqrL6
OR call or text 612.387.6221.
Open Streets Cedar Riverside – Next Sunday, August 20, 2023, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Join Our Streets Minneapolis and the City of Minneapolis in a celebration of community at Open Streets Cedar Riverside in 2023, 11am – 5pm.
Play, eat, bike, walk, dance, sing, and more at this free, family-friendly event. More than a street festival, Open Streets Cedar Riverside allows neighbors to experience city streets as public spaces where communities thrive. There will be stages with music from TAMU and KFAI, the Cedar Cultural Center and Palmer’s, The Red Sea and Mixed Blood Theater–as well as a Weinie Dog race and lots of other cool stuff!
We Are Water MN Exhibit Closing Party This Saturday
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Join the Somali Museum and poet Khadijo Abdi of Minneapolis as they share personal stories and experiences related to climate change and water issues. This event inspires conversation, action, and engagement in climate justice initiatives within the Somali community and beyond.
Please RSVP to confirm your attendance. We look forward to sharing this remarkable occasion with you!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/changing-the-narrative-tickets-692772249447?aff=oddtdtcreator
The exhibit will be open until August 14th.
A traveling exhibit and community engagement initiative that explores the science, history, story, culture, and relationships of water in Minnesota. Locally hosted by the Somali Museum of Minnesota on the Augsburg University campus.
At the exhibit you will find:
stories from Somali Minnesotans about the role water plays in their lives
water-related artifacts from the Somali Museum’s collection
interactive exhibits about water in Minnesota and the challenges around keeping water healthy
events to celebrate Somali water culture in the past and present
Exhibit hours:
Tuesday: Noon to 7 p.m.
Wednesday: Noon to 7 p.m.
Thursday: Noon to 7 p.m.
Friday: Noon to 7 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Somali Museum staff will be with the exhibit on Saturdays.
For more information: https://www.pca.state.mn.us/events-and-meetings/we-are-water-mn-somali-museum-minneapolis-2023-06-2208-14
Are You a Web Editor?
submitted by singhj@augsburg.edu
Come to the Web Editors meeting 8/9/23 @ 2pm ct.
Have a question on how to do something? Want to bring a great idea that could help our web sites?
Come stop on by! Details on the Augsburg Digital Meetings site
Open Streets Cedar Riverside – Sunday, August 20, 2023, 11am – 5pm
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Join Our Streets Minneapolis and the City of Minneapolis in a celebration of community at Open Streets Cedar Riverside in 2023, 11am – 5pm.
Play, eat, bike, walk, dance, sing, and more at this free, family-friendly event. More than a street festival, Open Streets Cedar Riverside allows neighbors to experience city streets as public spaces where communities thrive. There will be stages with music from TAMU and KFAI, the Cedar Cultural Center and Palmer’s, The Red Sea and Mixed Blood Theater–as well as a Weinie Dog race and lots of other cool stuff!
We Are Water MN Exhibit Closing Party This Saturday
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Join the Somali Museum and poet Khadijo Abdi of Minneapolis as they share personal stories and experiences related to climate change and water issues. This event inspires conversation, action, and engagement in climate justice initiatives within the Somali community and beyond.
Please RSVP to confirm your attendance. We look forward to sharing this remarkable occasion with you!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/changing-the-narrative-tickets-692772249447?aff=oddtdtcreator
The exhibit will be open until August 14th.
A traveling exhibit and community engagement initiative that explores the science, history, story, culture, and relationships of water in Minnesota. Locally hosted by the Somali Museum of Minnesota on the Augsburg University campus.
At the exhibit you will find:
stories from Somali Minnesotans about the role water plays in their lives
water-related artifacts from the Somali Museum’s collection
interactive exhibits about water in Minnesota and the challenges around keeping water healthy
events to celebrate Somali water culture in the past and present
Exhibit hours:
Tuesday: Noon to 7 p.m.
Wednesday: Noon to 7 p.m.
Thursday: Noon to 7 p.m.
Friday: Noon to 7 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Somali Museum staff will be with the exhibit on Saturdays.
For more information: https://www.pca.state.mn.us/events-and-meetings/we-are-water-mn-somali-museum-minneapolis-2023-06-2208-14
Seward Neighborhood Tour This Thursday – August 10, 10:30-Noon
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
There are still some spots open for Thursday’s tour! Join in as we dive into the history of the region and Seward. We’ll begin with some introductions, a short presentation and tour the neighborhood. We’ll be in the neighborhood for one hour and we’ll walk/roll for a little over one mile.
These tours, led by Jenean Gilmer, Community Engaged Learning Program Manager in the Sabo Center, are for staff, faculty, community members and anyone else who would like to join! Participation will be limited to twenty people, please fill out the forms below to express your interest. There will be a similar tour during the Center for Teaching and Learning workshops as well if neither of these dates work for you.
Seward Neighborhood Tour
Thursday, August 10, 10:30-Noon
Please fill out this very short form if you’d like to join us:
https://forms.gle/1FfgF9mjMr5cYMry9
Author Matthew E. Henry (MEH) – Poetry Reading
submitted by tarisl@augsburg.edu
Friday, August 11th
6:00PM at Strive Bookstore
901 Nicollet
Award winning educator and editor Matthew E. Henry will be reading selections on race and religion from his collections The Colored Pages and The Third Renunciation.
Cedar-Riverside Neighborhood Tour TOMORROW – August 3, 10:30-Noon
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Cedar-Riverside Neighborhood Tour THIS THURSDAY – August 3, 10:30-Noon
There are still some spots open for Thursday’s tour! Join in as we dive into the history of the region and Cedar-Riverside. We’ll begin with some introductions, a short presentation and tour the neighborhood. We’ll be in the neighborhood for one hour and we’ll walk/roll for a little over one mile.
These tours, led by Jenean Gilmer, Community Engaged Learning Program Manager in the Sabo Center, are for staff, faculty, community members and anyone else who would like to join! Participation will be limited to twenty people, please fill out the forms below to express your interest. There will be a similar tour during the Center for Teaching and Learning workshops as well if neither of these dates work for you.
Cedar-Riverside Neighborhood Tour
Thursday, August 3, 10:30-Noon
Please fill out this very short form if you’d like to join us: https://forms.gle/Rdgo6zVftMTMYqTB8
Cedar-Riverside Neighborhood Tour This Thursday – August 3, 10:30-Noon
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
There are still some spots open for Thursday’s tour! Join in as we dive into the history of the region and Cedar-Riverside. We’ll begin with some introductions, a short presentation and tour the neighborhood. We’ll be in the neighborhood for one hour and we’ll walk/roll for a little over one mile.
These tours, led by Jenean Gilmer, Community Engaged Learning Program Manager in the Sabo Center, are for staff, faculty, community members and anyone else who would like to join! Participation will be limited to twenty people, please fill out the forms below to express your interest. There will be a similar tour during the Center for Teaching and Learning workshops as well if neither of these dates work for you.
Cedar-Riverside Neighborhood Tour
Thursday, August 3, 10:30-Noon
Please fill out this very short form if you’d like to join us: https://forms.gle/Rdgo6zVftMTMYqTB8
Seward Neighborhood Tour
Thursday, August 10, 10:30-Noon
Please fill out this very short form if you’d like to join us:
https://forms.gle/1FfgF9mjMr5cYMry9
Pan-Asian Student Services Family Orientation
submitted by vangpa@augsburg.edu
Join the PASS Family Orientation this Saturday, July 29th from 10AM-Noon. Door prizes and breakfast available! Please register if you are planning to attend. https://forms.gle/dFMFVARNgjEkd4o39
“Let Freedom Ring: The 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington” – August 28, 2023
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
“Let Freedom Ring: The 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington,” August 28, 2023.
Experience beloved community and honor the enduring legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs & Freedom!
Join us Monday, August 28, 2023 for a commemorative procession and concert curated by G. Phillip Shoultz, III, associate artistic director of VocalEssence. Dynamic artists will activate memories of the Civil Rights era, inspiring each of us to stand in solidarity as we renew our commitment to do the work required to secure liberty and justice for all! Featuring Jovonta Patton, Joe Davis & The Poetic Diaspora, Threads Dance Project, and members of the Twin Cities Choral Consortium.
Schedule of Events:
5:30 PM Commemorative procession down Northrop Mall ending at the steps of Northrop. Remarks will be given from the steps of Northrop.
6:00 PM Seating for concert, explore local resource tables
6:30 PM “Let Freedom Ring” concert
Reservations will be available starting July 17
The concert is free and open to the public. Reservations are required.
You can find out more and reserve tickets online here: https://cla.umn.edu/news-events/events/let-freedom-ring
Hang in the Neighborhood, Learn Some Stuff, Make Some Pals – August 3 and 10, 10:30-Noon
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Join us for tours that dive into the larger history of the region and ground us in neighborhoods around Augsburg, in the past and present. We’ll begin with some introductions, a short presentation and tour the neighborhood. We’ll be in the neighborhood for one hour and we’ll walk/roll for a little over one mile.
These tours, led by Jenean Gilmer, Community Engaged Learning Program Manager in the Sabo Center, are for staff, faculty, community members and anyone else who would like to join! Participation will be limited to twenty people, please fill out the forms below to express your interest. There will be a similar tour during the Center for Teaching and Learning workshops as well if neither of these dates work for you.
Cedar-Riverside Neighborhood Tour
Thursday, August 3, 10:30-Noon
Please fill out this very short form if you’d like to join us: https://forms.gle/Rdgo6zVftMTMYqTB8
Seward Neighborhood Tour
Thursday, August 10, 10:30-Noon
Please fill out this very short form if you’d like to join us:
https://forms.gle/1FfgF9mjMr5cYMry9
TODAY: Sophia Park Send-off 11 a.m.
submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu
Please join us TODAY Thursday July 27th at 11AM in the Augsburg Room for a send-off celebration for Sophia Park. Sophia is leaving her position as Augsburg University Payroll and Benefits Manager. Her last day at Augsburg will be Friday July 28th. Please join us to wish her well and to recognize the great work Sophia has done at Augsburg!
Sophia has been with Augsburg since 2020 and has made countless behind-the-scenes improvements to our payroll processes and benefits administration. Through her role as Payroll and Benefits Manager Sophia has interacted with nearly every employee on campus to provide support on accessing benefits, leaves of absence, and payroll questions with compassion and wisdom. She has provided leadership on audits and compliance requirements with outstanding diligence and attention to detail. Sophia has been a valued collaborator on the Human Resources team – she is smart, dependable, approachable, and a true professional. We wish Sophia well in her future endeavors, – she will certainly be missed!
“Let Freedom Ring: The 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington” — August 28, 2023.
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Experience beloved community and honor the enduring legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs & Freedom!
Join us Monday, August 28, 2023 for a commemorative procession and concert curated by G. Phillip Shoultz, III, associate artistic director of VocalEssence. Dynamic artists will activate memories of the Civil Rights era, inspiring each of us to stand in solidarity as we renew our commitment to do the work required to secure liberty and justice for all! Featuring Jovonta Patton, Joe Davis & The Poetic Diaspora, Threads Dance Project, and members of the Twin Cities Choral Consortium.
Schedule of Events:
5:30 PM Commemorative procession down Northrop Mall ending at the steps of Northrop. Remarks will be given from the steps of Northrop.
6:00 PM Seating for concert, explore local resource tables
6:30 PM “Let Freedom Ring” concert
Reservations will be available starting July 17
The concert is free and open to the public. Reservations are required.
You can find out more and reserve tickets online here: https://cla.umn.edu/news-events/events/let-freedom-ring
“Let Freedom Ring: The 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington” — August 28, 2023.
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Experience beloved community and honor the enduring legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs & Freedom!
Join us Monday, August 28, 2023 for a commemorative procession and concert curated by G. Phillip Shoultz, III, associate artistic director of VocalEssence. Dynamic artists will activate memories of the Civil Rights era, inspiring each of us to stand in solidarity as we renew our commitment to do the work required to secure liberty and justice for all! Featuring Jovonta Patton, Joe Davis & The Poetic Diaspora, Threads Dance Project, and members of the Twin Cities Choral Consortium.
Schedule of Events:
5:30 PM Commemorative procession down Northrop Mall ending at the steps of Northrop. Remarks will be given from the steps of Northrop.
6:00 PM Seating for concert, explore local resource tables
6:30 PM “Let Freedom Ring” concert
Reservations will be available starting July 17
The concert is free and open to the public. Reservations are required.
You can find out more and reserve tickets online here: https://cla.umn.edu/news-events/events/let-freedom-ring
Hang in the Neighborhood, Learn Some Stuff, Make Some Pals – August 3 and 10, 10:30-Noon
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Join us for tours that dive into the larger history of the region and ground us in neighborhoods around Augsburg, in the past and present. We’ll begin with some introductions, a short presentation and tour the neighborhood. We’ll be in the neighborhood for one hour and we’ll walk/roll for a little over one mile.
These tours, led by Jenean Gilmer, Community Engaged Learning Program Manager in the Sabo Center, are for staff, faculty, community members and anyone else who would like to join! Participation will be limited to twenty people, please fill out the forms below to express your interest. There will be a similar tour during the Center for Teaching and Learning workshops as well if neither of these dates work for you.
Cedar-Riverside Neighborhood Tour
Thursday, August 3, 10:30-Noon
Please fill out this very short form if you’d like to join us: https://forms.gle/Rdgo6zVftMTMYqTB8
Seward Neighborhood Tour
Thursday, August 10, 10:30-Noon
Please fill out this very short form if you’d like to join us:
https://forms.gle/1FfgF9mjMr5cYMry9
Come Hang Out Virtually with the Web Team TODAY at 2 p.m.
submitted by singhj@augsburg.edu
Hi! I am Jasvir Singh, the web person here at Augsburg and I would love to invite any web editors to come to our open hours 7/26@2pm ct. Copy the event to your calendar in the link! (note you must be signed into your Augsburg account to view/copy)
Sophia Park Send-Off
submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu
Please join us Thursday July 27th at 11AM in the Augsburg Room for a send-off celebration for Sophia Park. Sophia is leaving her position as Augsburg University Payroll and Benefits Manager. Her last day at Augsburg will be Friday July 28th. Please join us to wish her well and to recognize the great work Sophia has done at Augsburg!
Sophia has been with Augsburg since 2020 and has made countless behind-the-scenes improvements to our payroll processes and benefits administration. Through her role as Payroll and Benefits Manager Sophia has interacted with nearly every employee on campus to provide support on accessing benefits, leaves of absence, and payroll questions with compassion and wisdom. She has provided leadership on audits and compliance requirements with outstanding diligence and attention to detail. Sophia has been a valued collaborator on the Human Resources team – she is smart, dependable, approachable, and a true professional. We wish Sophia well in her future endeavors, – she will certainly be missed!
Pan-Asian Student Services Family Orientation
submitted by vangpa@augsburg.edu
PASS Family Orientation- Saturday, July 29th from 10:00 AM-Noon at Hagfors Room 150
The PASS Family Orientation is an opportunity for incoming students and
current students who are not familiar with Pan-Asian Student Services to
learn more about us and meet current student leaders. We strive
to build a welcoming environment focused on mentoring and support of
historically underrepresented student populations. The aim is to have an
opportunity for students and their families to be fully engaged in the collegiate experience. For more information contact Paul Vang, PASS Program Manager, at 612-330-1530 or vangpa@augsburg.edu
Hang in the Neighborhood, Learn Some Stuff, Make Some Pals – August 3 and 10, 10:30-Noon
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Join us for tours that dive into the larger history of the region and ground us in neighborhoods around Augsburg, in the past and present. We’ll begin with some introductions, a short presentation and tour the neighborhood. We’ll be in the neighborhood for one hour and we’ll walk/roll for a little over one mile.
These tours, led by Jenean Gilmer, Community Engaged Learning Program Manager in the Sabo Center, are for staff, faculty, community members and anyone else who would like to join! Participation will be limited to twenty people, please fill out the forms below to express your interest. There will be a similar tour during the Center for Teaching and Learning workshops as well if neither of these dates work for you.
Cedar-Riverside Neighborhood Tour
Thursday, August 3, 10:30-Noon
Please fill out this very short form if you’d like to join us: https://forms.gle/Rdgo6zVftMTMYqTB8
Seward Neighborhood Tour
Thursday, August 10, 10:30-Noon
Please fill out this very short form if you’d like to join us:
https://forms.gle/1FfgF9mjMr5cYMry9
Sophia Park Send-Off
submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu
Please join us Thursday July 27th at 11AM in the Augsburg Room for a send-off celebration for Sophia Park. Sophia is leaving her position as Augsburg University Payroll and Benefits Manager. Her last day at Augsburg will be Friday July 28th. Please join us to wish her well and to recognize the great work Sophia has done at Augsburg!
Sophia has been with Augsburg since 2020 and has made countless behind-the-scenes improvements to our payroll processes and benefits administration. Through her role as Payroll and Benefits Manager Sophia has interacted with nearly every employee on campus to provide support on accessing benefits, leaves of absence, and payroll questions with compassion and wisdom. She has provided leadership on audits and compliance requirements with outstanding diligence and attention to detail. Sophia has been a valued collaborator on the Human Resources team – she is smart, dependable, approachable, and a true professional. We wish Sophia well in her future endeavors, – she will certainly be missed!
“Let Freedom Ring: The 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington” — August 28, 2023
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Experience beloved community and honor the enduring legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs & Freedom!
Join us Monday, August 28, 2023 for a commemorative procession and concert curated by G. Phillip Shoultz, III, associate artistic director of VocalEssence. Dynamic artists will activate memories of the Civil Rights era, inspiring each of us to stand in solidarity as we renew our commitment to do the work required to secure liberty and justice for all! Featuring Jovonta Patton, Joe Davis & The Poetic Diaspora, Threads Dance Project, and members of the Twin Cities Choral Consortium.
Schedule of Events:
5:30 PM Commemorative procession down Northrop Mall ending at the steps of Northrop. Remarks will be given from the steps of Northrop.
6:00 PM Seating for concert, explore local resource tables
6:30 PM “Let Freedom Ring” concert
Reservations will be available starting July 17
The concert is free and open to the public. Reservations are required.
You can find out more and reserve tickets online here: https://cla.umn.edu/news-events/events/let-freedom-ring
2023 McNair Summer Research Presentations – TODAY
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 2023 National McNair Conference at UCLA. If you would like the opportunity to see these presentations at Augsburg, please join us on Monday, July 24, 9:00am-12:30pm in SCI 123. This event is open to all students, faculty and staff.
Individual presentations are 10-12 minutes long. There will be time at the end of each group for questions and evaluations.
Group 1 (SSHA): 9:00 – 9:35am
Drew Gross, Communication Studies
Dr. Kristen Chamberlain
Anti-Racist Pedagogy in the Communication Discipline: An Extended Literature Review
Edward Stockard Jr., Social Work
Dr. Kao Nou Moua
How does toxic masculinity shape identity among BIPOC young adults?
Group 2 (SSHA): 10:05 – 11:10am
Logan Bradley, Psychology
Drs. Ben Denkinger & Henry Yoon
Effects of Inverted vs. Upright Faces on the N170 Event-related Potential Face Effect
Hafsa Hassan, Psychology
Drs. Ben Denkinger & Henry Yoon
Effectuating the P3 Brain Response with Passive Counting Task
Alex Hernandez Olivera, Clinical Psychology
Drs. Ben Denkinger & Henry Yoon
False Memories in Polygraphs
Cynthia Faber, Psychology & Religion
Drs. Ben Denkinger & Henry Yoon
How Polygraphs are Used to Induce False Confessions
Group 3 (NSMSCS & SSHA): 11:20am – 12:05pm
Ifrah Edow, Biology
Dr. Matthew Beckman
An Analysis of Daphnia magna Locomotion Rescued from Post-Manganese Toxicity
Theo Addotte-Wayo, Biology
Dr. Matthew Beckman
Studies of Gene Expression Across Multiple Stages of Eye Development in Daphnia Magna
Leeroy Doe, Political Science & Communication Studies
Dr. Sarah Combellick-Bidney
The Capacity for Care: Transcending the personal sphere – A comparative study of mutual aid efforts during the Covid-19 and HIV pandemic
Hang in the Neighborhood, Learn Some Stuff, Make Some Pals – August 3 and 10, 10:30-Noon
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Join us for tours that dive into the larger history of the region and ground us in neighborhoods around Augsburg, in the past and present. We’ll begin with some introductions, a short presentation and tour the neighborhood. We’ll be in the neighborhood for one hour and we’ll walk/roll for a little over one mile.
These tours, led by Jenean Gilmer, Community Engaged Learning Program Manager in the Sabo Center, are for staff, faculty, community members and anyone else who would like to join! Participation will be limited to twenty people, please fill out the forms below to express your interest. There will be a similar tour during the Center for Teaching and Learning workshops as well.
Cedar-Riverside Neighborhood Tour
Thursday, August 3, 10:30-Noon
Please fill out this very short form if you’d like to join us: https://forms.gle/Rdgo6zVftMTMYqTB8
Seward Neighborhood Tour
Thursday, August 10, 10:30-Noon
Please fill out this very short form if you’d like to join us:
https://forms.gle/1FfgF9mjMr5cYMry9
2023 McNair Summer Research Presentations
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 2023 National McNair Conference at UCLA. If you would like the opportunity to see these presentations at Augsburg, please join us on Monday, July 24, from 9:00am to 12:30pm in Science 123. 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.
Group 1 (SSHA): 9:00 – 9:35am
Drew Gross, Communication Studies
Dr. Kristen Chamberlain
Anti-Racist Pedagogy in the Communication Discipline: An Extended Literature Review
Edward Stockard Jr., Social Work
Dr. Kao Nou Moua
How does toxic masculinity shape identity among BIPOC young adults?
Group 2 (SSHA): 10:05 – 11:10am
Logan Bradley, Psychology
Drs. Ben Denkinger & Henry Yoon
Effects of Inverted vs. Upright Faces on the N170 Event-related Potential Face Effect
Hafsa Hassan, Psychology
Drs. Ben Denkinger & Henry Yoon
Effects of the N170 on Facial Perception
Alex Hernandez Olivera, Clinical Psychology
Drs. Ben Denkinger & Henry Yoon
False Memories in Polygraphs
Cynthia Faber, Psychology & Religion
Drs. Ben Denkinger & Henry Yoon
How Polygraphs are Used to Induce False Confessions
Group 3 (NSMSCS & SSHA): 11:20am – 12:05pm
Ifrah Edow, Biology
Dr. Matthew Beckman
An Analysis of Daphnia magna Locomotion Rescued from Post-Manganese Toxicity
Theo Addotte-Wayo, Biology
Dr. Matthew Beckman
Studies of Gene Expression Across Multiple Stages of Eye Development in Daphnia Magna
Leeroy Doe, Political Science & Communication Studies
Dr. Sarah Combellick-Bidney
The Capacity for Care: Transcending the personal sphere – A comparative study of mutual aid efforts during the Covid-19 and HIV pandemic
2023 McNair Summer Research Presentations
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 2023 National McNair Conference at UCLA. If you would like the opportunity to see these presentations at Augsburg, please join us on Monday, July 24, from 9:00am to 12:30pm in Science 123. 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.
Group 1 (SSHA): 9:00 – 9:35am
Drew Gross, Communication Studies
Dr. Kristen Chamberlain
Anti-Racist Pedagogy in the Communication Discipline: An Extended Literature Review
Edward Stockard Jr., Social Work
Dr. Kao Nou Moua
How does toxic masculinity shape identity among BIPOC young adults?
Group 2 (SSHA): 10:05 – 11:10am
Logan Bradley, Psychology
Drs. Ben Denkinger & Henry Yoon
Effects of Inverted vs. Upright Faces on the N170 Event-related Potential Face Effect
Hafsa Hassan, Psychology
Drs. Ben Denkinger & Henry Yoon
Effects of the N170 on Facial Perception
Alex Hernandez Olivera, Clinical Psychology
Drs. Ben Denkinger & Henry Yoon
False Memories in Polygraphs
Cynthia Faber, Psychology & Religion
Drs. Ben Denkinger & Henry Yoon
How Polygraphs are Used to Induce False Confessions
Group 3 (NSMSCS & SSHA): 11:20am – 12:05pm
Ifrah Edow, Biology
Dr. Matthew Beckman
An Analysis of Daphnia magna Locomotion Rescued from Post-Manganese Toxicity
Theo Addotte-Wayo, Biology
Dr. Matthew Beckman
Studies of Gene Expression Across Multiple Stages of Eye Development in Daphnia Magna
Leeroy Doe, Political Science & Communication Studies
Dr. Sarah Combellick-Bidney
The Capacity for Care: Transcending the personal sphere – A comparative study of mutual aid efforts during the Covid-19 and HIV pandemic
2023 McNair Summer Research Presentations
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 2023 National McNair Conference at UCLA. If you would like the opportunity to see these presentations at Augsburg, please join us on Monday, July 24, from 9:00am to 12:30pm in Science 123. 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.
Group 1 (SSHA): 9:00 – 9:35am
Drew Gross, Communication Studies
Dr. Kristen Chamberlain
Anti-Racist Pedagogy in the Communication Discipline: An Extended Literature Review
Edward Stockard Jr., Social Work
Dr. Kao Nou Moua
How does toxic masculinity shape identity among BIPOC young adults?
Group 2 (SSHA): 10:05 – 11:10am
Logan Bradley, Psychology
Drs. Ben Denkinger & Henry Yoon
Effects of Inverted vs. Upright Faces on the N170 Event-related Potential Face Effect
Hafsa Hassan, Psychology
Drs. Ben Denkinger & Henry Yoon
Effects of the N170 on Facial Perception
Alex Hernandez Olivera, Clinical Psychology
Drs. Ben Denkinger & Henry Yoon
False Memories in Polygraphs
Cynthia Faber, Psychology & Religion
Drs. Ben Denkinger & Henry Yoon
How Polygraphs are Used to Induce False Confessions
Group 3 (NSMSCS & SSHA): 11:20am – 12:05pm
Ifrah Edow, Biology
Dr. Matthew Beckman
An Analysis of Daphnia magna Locomotion Rescued from Post-Manganese Toxicity
Theo Addotte-Wayo, Biology
Dr. Matthew Beckman
Studies of Gene Expression Across Multiple Stages of Eye Development in Daphnia Magna
Leeroy Doe, Political Science & Communication Studies
Dr. Sarah Combellick-Bidney
The Capacity for Care: Transcending the personal sphere – A comparative study of mutual aid efforts during the Covid-19 and HIV pandemic
2023 McNair Summer Research Presentations
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 2023 National McNair Conference at UCLA. If you would like the opportunity to see these presentations at Augsburg, please join us on Monday, July 24, from 9:00am to 12:30pm in Science 123. 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.
Group 1 (SSHA): 9:00 – 9:35am
Drew Gross, Communication Studies
Dr. Kristen Chamberlain
Anti-Racist Pedagogy in the Communication Discipline: An Extended Literature Review
Edward Stockard Jr., Social Work
Dr. Kao Nou Moua
How does toxic masculinity shape identity among BIPOC young adults?
Group 2 (SSHA): 10:05 – 11:10am
Logan Bradley, Psychology
Drs. Ben Denkinger & Henry Yoon
Effects of Inverted vs. Upright Faces on the N170 Event-related Potential Face Effect
Hafsa Hassan, Psychology
Drs. Ben Denkinger & Henry Yoon
Effects of the N170 on Facial Perception
Alex Hernandez Olivera, Clinical Psychology
Drs. Ben Denkinger & Henry Yoon
False Memories in Polygraphs
Cynthia Faber, Psychology & Religion
Drs. Ben Denkinger & Henry Yoon
How Polygraphs are Used to Induce False Confessions
Group 3 (NSMSCS & SSHA): 11:20am – 12:05pm
Ifrah Edow, Biology
Dr. Matthew Beckman
An Analysis of Daphnia magna Locomotion Rescued from Post-Manganese Toxicity
Theo Wayo, Biology
Dr. Matthew Beckman
Studies of Gene Expression Across Multiple Stages of Eye Development in Daphnia Magna
Leeroy Doe, Political Science & Communication Studies
Dr. Sarah Combellick-Bidney
The Capacity for Care: Transcending the personal sphere – A comparative study of mutual aid efforts during the Covid-19 and HIV pandemic
Send-off for Sarah Cash-Darvell: TODAY
submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu
We will gather at 2 p.m. today in the Marshall room for a send-off celebration for Sarah Cash-Darvell, on her last day as Augsburg University Events Director. Please join us to wish Sarah well and to recognize her great work at Augsburg!
Web Manager Open Office Hours TODAY
submitted by singhj@augsburg.edu
Hi.
I invite you all to come to Augsburg Web Manager Open Office Hours, which are today 7/12/2023 @ 2PM CT. Follow the link below to copy it to your calendar!
Climate Grief to Joy Healing Circle on Thursday July 13, 5-8 p.m.
submitted by mcdaniem@augsburg.edu
Climate Grief to Joy Healing Circle on Thursday July 13th from 5-8pm in the Augsburg Community Garden.
Rooted in Indigenous thought, and held as small group workshops, Healing Circles provide a vessel for participants to name, hold, and release intense emotions around climate change, while also contextualizing how we ended up here. Unprocessed grief can limit access to the present moment. We are often either stuck in the past or jumping ahead to the future.
Through cycles of music and poetry, participants engage in an outdoor, moving journey that engages the senses and prompts a path to our individual and collective healing, unlocking the potential to shift the stories we tell and reimagine the future we are building. All are welcome, registration for this event is required, as space is limited.
Click on the link below to register and for more information on the event. This Healing Circle is sponsored by Environmental Sustainability at Augsburg and is supported by Oyate Hotanin in collaboration with musical duo Buffalo Weavers and Change Narrative, a climate programming producer —in a year-long climate action-driven project, Society of Mother Earth (S.O.M.E.).
Send-off for Sarah Cash-Darvell on Monday
submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu
Please join us Monday, July 17, at 2 p.m. in the Marshall room for a send-off celebration for Sarah Cash-Darvell. Sarah is leaving her position as Augsburg University Events Director and taking a new position outside of higher education. Her last day at Augsburg will be Monday. Please join us to wish her well and to recognize the great work Sarah has done here at Augsburg!
Send-off for Sarah Cash-Darvell Next Monday
submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu
Sarah Cash-Darvell, Augsburg University Events Director, is taking a new position outside of higher education, and her last day at Augsburg will be Monday, July 17. Please mark your calendars for 2 p.m. that day to join us in the Marshall Room for a send-off event to celebrate the leadership, energy, and excellence that Sarah has brought to her work at Augsburg.
Climate Grief to Joy Healing Circle on Thursday July 13, 5-8 p.m.
submitted by mcdaniem@augsburg.edu
Climate Grief to Joy Healing Circle on Thursday July 13th from 5-8pm in the Augsburg Community Garden.
Rooted in Indigenous thought, and held as small group workshops, Healing Circles provide a vessel for participants to name, hold, and release intense emotions around climate change, while also contextualizing how we ended up here. Unprocessed grief can limit access to the present moment. We are often either stuck in the past or jumping ahead to the future.
Through cycles of music and poetry, participants engage in an outdoor, moving journey that engages the senses and prompts a path to our individual and collective healing, unlocking the potential to shift the stories we tell and reimagine the future we are building. All are welcome, registration for this event is required, as space is limited.
Click on the link below to register and for more information on the event. This Healing Circle is sponsored by Environmental Sustainability at Augsburg and is supported by Oyate Hotanin in collaboration with musical duo Buffalo Weavers and Change Narrative, a climate programming producer —in a year-long climate action-driven project, Society of Mother Earth (S.O.M.E.).
Send-off for Sarah Cash-Darvell
submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu
University Events Director Sarah Cash-Darvell has taken an event planning position outside of higher education, and her last day at Augsburg will be July 17. Please mark your calendars for 2 p.m. Monday, July 17, to join us in the Marshall Room for a send-off celebration to commemorate Sarah’s outstanding contributions to the way our students, staff, faculty, and guests experience Augsburg University!
We Are Water MN Exhibit in Oren Gateway Center
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
We Are Water MN Exhibit in Oren Gateway Center
A traveling exhibit and community engagement initiative that explores the science, history, story, culture, and relationships of water in Minnesota. Locally hosted by the Somali Museum of Minnesota on the Augsburg University campus.
At the exhibit you will find:
stories from Somali Minnesotans about the role water plays in their lives
water-related artifacts from the Somali Museum’s collection
interactive exhibits about water in Minnesota and the challenges around keeping water healthy
events to celebrate Somali water culture in the past and present
Exhibit hours:
Tuesday: Noon to 7 p.m.
Wednesday: Noon to 7 p.m.
Thursday: Noon to 7 p.m.
Friday: Noon to 7 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Somali Museum staff will be with the exhibit on Saturdays.
The exhibit will be open to the public until August 14th, 2023 in the Oren Gateway Center on Augsburg’s Campus. Please share in your networks to encourage folks to check it out. If you’re interested in bringing a group in, email gilmerje@augsburg.edu to set up a tour at no cost.
For more information: https://www.pca.state.mn.us/events-and-meetings/we-are-water-mn-somali-museum-minneapolis-2023-06-2208-14
Minnesota Private College Week Begins TODAY
submitted by fulford@augsburg.edu
Minnesota Private College Week (MPCW) begins Monday, June 26th through Friday, June 30th. MPCW is an opportunity for prospective students to get an introductory visit to Augsburg (and all MN private colleges). There will be two sessions a day, in which Admissions offers informational sessions, tours, and a time for prospective Auggies to connect with current staff, faculty, and students. The sessions will take place in Hagfors each day, please join us next week in welcoming any guests you see to campus!
We Are Water x Somali Museum Exhibit Opening Ceremony TONIGHT
submitted by bordons@augsburg.edu
We Are Water MN and The Somali Museum of Minnesota currently have an exhibit exploring “the critical role water plays in our environment, health, spirituality, and cultural heritage” in the OGC lobby. Attend the opening ceremony Tonight (6/23) or stop by the exhibit from now until early August. More details about the event and the exhibit in the RSVP link below.
Minnesota Private College Week – Starts June 26
submitted by fulford@augsburg.edu
Minnesota Private College Week (MPCW) begins Monday, June 26th through Friday, June 30th. MPCW is an opportunity for prospective students to get an introductory visit to Augsburg (and all MN private colleges). There will be two sessions a day, in which Admissions offers informational sessions, tours, and a time for prospective Auggies to connect with current staff, faculty, and students. The sessions will take place in Hagfors each day, please join us next week in welcoming any guests you see to campus!
Minnesota Private College Week – Starts June 26
submitted by fulford@augsburg.edu
Minnesota Private College Week (MPCW) begins Monday, June 26th through Friday, June 30th. MPCW is an opportunity for prospective students to get an introductory visit to Augsburg (and all MN private colleges). There will be two sessions a day, in which Admissions offers informational sessions, tours, and a time for prospective Auggies to connect with current staff, faculty, and students. The sessions will take place in Hagfors each day, please join us next week in welcoming any guests you see to campus!
Midway Chamber of Commerce Leadership Summit 2023
submitted by assal@augsburg.edu
Wednesday June 21, 2023
Hagfors Center
9:00-1:00 PM
midwaychamber.com/events
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xfjkq2h-JaFEz5WIFI9CUp0V63OrxKf4/view?usp=drive_link
Midway Chamber of Commerce Leadership Summit 2023
submitted by assal@augsburg.edu
Wednesday June 21, 2023
Hagfors Center
9:00-1:00 PM
midwaychamber.com/events
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xfjkq2h-JaFEz5WIFI9CUp0V63OrxKf4/view?usp=drive_link
Web Editor Open Office Hour TODAY at 2 p.m.
submitted by singhj@augsburg.edu
Come join the Augsburg Web Team for Open Office hours at 2 p.m.
Bring your questions and we can help with your web editing experience.
Feel free to email the question in early to singhj@augsburg.edu
Wednesday Web Editor Open Office Hour
submitted by singhj@augsburg.edu
Come join the Augsburg Web Team for Open Office hours at 2 p.m.
Bring your questions and we can help with your web editing experience.
Feel free to email the question in early to singhj@augsburg.edu
Midway Chamber of Commerce Leadership Summit 2023
submitted by assal@augsburg.edu
Wednesday June 21, 2023
Hagfors Center
9:00-1:00 PM
midwaychamber.com/events
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xfjkq2h-JaFEz5WIFI9CUp0V63OrxKf4/view?usp=drive_link
Midway Chamber of Commerce Leadership Summit 2023
submitted by assal@augsburg.edu
Wednesday June 21, 2023
Hagfors Center
9:00-1:00 PM
midwaychamber.com/events
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xfjkq2h-JaFEz5WIFI9CUp0V63OrxKf4/view?usp=drive_link
Midway Chamber of Commerce Leadership Summit 2023
submitted by assal@augsburg.edu
Wednesday June 21, 2023
Hagfors Center
9:00-1:00 PM
midwaychamber.com/events
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xfjkq2h-JaFEz5WIFI9CUp0V63OrxKf4/view?usp=drive_link
Midway Chamber of Commerce Leadership Summit 2023
submitted by assal@augsburg.edu
Wednesday June 21, 2023
Hagfors Center
9:00-1:00 PM
midwaychamber.com/events
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xfjkq2h-JaFEz5WIFI9CUp0V63OrxKf4/view?usp=drive_link
Midway Chamber of Commerce Leadership Summit 2023
submitted by assal@augsburg.edu
Wednesday June 21, 2023
Hagfors Center
9:00-1:00 PM
midwaychamber.com/events
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xfjkq2h-JaFEz5WIFI9CUp0V63OrxKf4/view?usp=drive_link
Judges Needed – Support Girls and Gender Expansive Youth in Financial Literacy Leadership Debates
submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu
June 3: Support Girls and Gender Expansive Youth in Financial Literacy Leadership Debates
Are you a woman or gender expansive person employed or studying in the field of finance?
The Minnesota Urban Debate League, a program of Augsburg University, serves middle and high school students in the Twin Cities. We are looking for leaders to join us as volunteer debate judges for our Financial Literacy Leadership Debates program.
In this program, girls and gender expansive youth learn about core financial literacy subjects through the fun, engaging, and competitive vehicle of debate. The topic this year involves the advantages and disadvantages of banking at a large national bank versus a local credit union.
No debate experience is needed – we will train you. Attend our luncheon at Augsburg University, judge debates, and share your story!
The debate event will take place on June 3rd from 9:30 AM-2:30 PM here on Augsburg University’s campus. Thank you for your consideration in joining us!
Sign up here: https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/volunteer-opportunities/
The Four Sisters Farmers Market Returns TODAY, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Join NACDI on Thursday, June 1st from 11 am – 3 pm for the start of our market season! Our opening day will include a raffle prize worth over $50 and a performance by The Pretendians Band at noon.
We welcome and accept SNAP/EBT benefits, Market Bucks, Gus Produce Market Bucks, cash, and cards
The Four Sisters Farmers Market is an Indigenous-focused farmers market that provides increased access to affordable, healthy, culturally appropriate local foods within the American Indian Cultural Corridor.
Located at 1414 E. Franklin Ave., Mpls.
This Saturday – Support Girls and Gender Expansive Youth in Financial Literacy Leadership Debates
submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu
June 3: Support Girls and Gender Expansive Youth in Financial Literacy Leadership Debates
Are you a woman or gender expansive person employed or studying in the field of finance?
The Minnesota Urban Debate League, a program of Augsburg University, serves middle and high school students in the Twin Cities. We are looking for leaders to join us as volunteer debate judges for our Financial Literacy Leadership Debates program.
In this program, girls and gender expansive youth learn about core financial literacy subjects through the fun, engaging, and competitive vehicle of debate. The topic this year involves the advantages and disadvantages of banking at a large national bank versus a local credit union.
No debate experience is needed – we will train you. Attend our luncheon at Augsburg University, judge debates, and share your story!
The debate event will take place on June 3rd from 9:30 AM-2:30 PM here on Augsburg University’s campus. Thank you for your consideration in joining us!
Sign up here: https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/volunteer-opportunities/
Vocation of Lutheran Higher Education Conference July 10-12
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
This summer Augsburg will again host the annual Vocation of Lutheran High Education Conference. Each year, members of Lutheran colleges and universities gather to explore the distinctive roles we play in higher education. The theme of the 2023 conference “So that we (faculty, staff, and administrators), too, may flourish” takes its name from Rooted and Open, where NECU institutions commit to serving students who are “called and empowered to serve the neighbor so that all may flourish.” In a time of staff and faculty burnout, resignations, and uneven degrees of belonging, we will consider how we educators, too, may flourish in mind, body and spirit.
Highlights include a keynote address by Jonathan Malesic, author of The End of Burnout: Why Work Drains Us and How to Build Better Lives; plenary sessions led by Deanna Thompson, Rev. Lamont Wells (NECU Executive Director), Krista Hughes, Monica Smith, Marc Jerry, and Jeremy Myers; small group conversations and workshops on the flourishing of faculty, administrators and staff; and guided VOCARE spiritual practices, led by Rev. Dr. Charlene Rachuy Cox.
The conference begins at 5:00 pm on Monday, July 10 and ends at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, July 12.
You may view the preliminary agenda and register for the conference at https://www.augsburg.edu/campusministry/2023/03/30/2023-vocation-of-lutheran-higher-education-conference-registration/
The registration fee is waived for Augsburg participants and meals (lunch and dinner) are provided to Augsburg participants free of charge. The deadline for registration is Friday, June 23. If you have questions about registration, please contact Janice Dames (x1732 or dames@augsburg.edu). If you would like more information about the conference, please contact Jeremy Myers (x1202 or myers@augsburg.edu).
TODAY – Open House at NACDI to celebrate Mni Sota American Indian Month – 11:30-2:00
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TODAY! Open House at NACDI! 11:30-2:00
Did you know that American Indian Month originated in Minnesota 54 years ago before Native American Heritage Month?
NACDI (Native American Community Development Institute) is celebrating American Indian Month by hosting an open house with the American Indian Community Development Corporation (AICDC) and Pow Wow Grounds on Tuesday, May 23rd from 11:30 am – 2 pm.
Meet our staff and community. All are welcome to this free and public event. Share lunch with us from Pow Wow Grounds and enjoy music, art activities, raffles and more!
Saturday, June 10, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Community Connections Conference
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Saturday, June 10, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
The Community Connections Conference is an annual free event that connects residents of Minneapolis, community groups, neighborhoods and local government. This is a great opportunity to connect with all sorts of people and organizations across the Twin Cities–health organizations, educators, neighborhood groups, nonprofits of all ilk! If you’d like to get a crew from Augsburg to go together, email Jenean Gilmer, gilmerje@augsburg.edu.
8-9 a.m. registration and exhibit hall opens
9-10 a.m. opening ceremony and performances
10:15-11:30 a.m. breakout sessions
11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. lunch
1:15-2:30 p.m. breakout sessions
2:45-3 p.m. closing remarks
Saturday, June 10, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Community Connections Conference
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Saturday, June 10, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
The Community Connections Conference is an annual free event that connects residents of Minneapolis, community groups, neighborhoods and local government. This is a great opportunity to connect with all sorts of people and organizations across the Twin Cities–health organizations, educators, neighborhood groups, nonprofits of all ilk! If you’d like to get a crew from Augsburg to go together, email Jenean Gilmer, gilmerje@augsburg.edu.
8-9 a.m. registration and exhibit hall opens
9-10 a.m. opening ceremony and performances
10:15-11:30 a.m. breakout sessions
11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. lunch
1:15-2:30 p.m. breakout sessions
2:45-3 p.m. closing remarks
Saturday, June 10, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Community Connections Conference
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
The Community Connections Conference is an annual free event that connects residents of Minneapolis, community groups, neighborhoods and local government. This is a great opportunity to connect with all sorts of people and organizations across the Twin Cities–health organizations, educators, neighborhood groups, nonprofits of all ilk! If you’d like to get a crew from Augsburg to go together, email Jenean Gilmer, gilmerje@augsburg.edu.
Saturday, June 10, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
8-9 a.m. registration and exhibit hall opens
9-10 a.m. opening ceremony and performances
10:15-11:30 a.m. breakout sessions
11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. lunch
1:15-2:30 p.m. breakout sessions
2:45-3 p.m. closing remarks