submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu
The Open House with Lindell Library scheduled for today is canceled and will be rescheduled to a later date.
Thanks for your understanding.
Category: Event Announcements
Lindell Library Open House Tomorrow
submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu
Staff Senate is bringing colleagues together by creating intimate opportunities to connect, collaborate, and discover the amazing work happening across our campus.
Next Up: Open House with Lindell Library
When: Thursday, 12/11 from 9:30 – 11
Where: Lindell Library Clubhouse (First Floor)
What to expect:
Complimentary donuts and refreshments
A firsthand look at latest improvements and enhancements
Optional behind-the-scenes tours of our archives (a rare peek into our collection!)
Don’t forget to make a reading plan for winter break!
We can’t wait to see you there!
No Regular Chapel Today; Stop by for Cookies and Cocoa
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
There will be no traditional chapel service today, but feel free to stop by the Campus Ministry office for cocoa and cookies if you are on campus.
December 10 Open Mic – Postponed
submitted by straub@augsburg.edu
The open mic planned for Wednesday, December 10 has been postponed due to inclement weather. Future updates to follow!
Meet Your Own Language: Discover the Hidden Side of How You Speak
submitted by aljaffer@augsburg.edu
You are warmly invited to join us for the ESL 320 Linguistics Final Project Showcase!
Date: Thursday, December 11
Time: 2:00–3:30 p.m.
Location: Hagfors Lobby
Students in ESL 320: Linguistics will be presenting and displaying their final projects. You’ll find engaging activities and informative displays on phonology, morphology, syntax, and language acquisition—projects designed not only to teach, but also to help you see your own language in new and thought-provoking ways.
All students, faculty, and staff are invited to stop by, show support for our ESL 320 students, and learn from their hard work and insight. Come walk around, ask questions, participate in activities, and celebrate our students as they thrive and share their learning with our community.
Faculty and Staff Holiday Party – December 18
submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu
Faculty and Staff Holiday Party
Thursday, December 18, 2025 | 3–5 p.m.
Hoversten Chapel | Foss Center
You are invited to attend the annual faculty and staff holiday party! Celebrate the completion of a successful semester and the holiday season with colleagues on campus. Light food and beverages will be provided.
If you need accommodations, please call the University Events department at 612.330.1104 or email events@augsburg.edu.
To support our community, please consider bringing nonperishable food or hygiene product donations for Campus Cupboard. A list of preferred/needed items is linked below.
CANCELLED—Getting to Know Cedar-Riverside: Lunch at Sagal
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Due to weather, lunch at Sagal (https://sagalrestaurantandcafe.com/) today is cancelled. We at the Sabo Center encourage you all to spend time and money in our wonderful neighborhood restaurants and other businesses. You can find more information on local biz at the Sabo Center’s Augsburg Local website.
Please reach out to Jenean Gilmer, gilmerje@augsburg.edu, with questions, concerns, or to help plan future events like this one.
Sisterhood Boutique Pop-Up Sale – December 10
submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu
Sisterhood Boutique, a social enterprise run by and for entrepreneurial young women from the Cedar Riverside neighborhood, will be on campus Wednesday, December 10th for a Pop-Up Sale. Browse their curated racks of affordable, stylish clothing and accessories in the Christensen Center Lobby from 11am-1pm. They will also be accepting donations of gently used clothing and accessories. The sale is presented by Augsburg Local, an effort to support locally owned businesses located close to campus.
Faculty and Staff Holiday Party – December 18
submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu
Faculty and Staff Holiday Party
Thursday, December 18, 2025 | 3–5 p.m.
Hoversten Chapel | Foss Center
You are invited to attend the annual faculty and staff holiday party! Celebrate the completion of a successful semester and the holiday season with colleagues on campus. Light food and beverages will be provided.
If you need accommodations, please call the University Events department at 612.330.1104 or email events@augsburg.edu.
To support our community, please consider bringing nonperishable food or hygiene product donations for Campus Cupboard. A list of preferred/needed items is linked below.
QIPOC Holiday Party TODAY: Make The Yuletide Gay
submitted by kelleyf@augsburg.edu
Hello all! QIPOC is hosting our yearly holiday party in collaboration with StepUP TODAY this Tuesday, December 9th, from 5 – 7:30 pm in the Christensen Student Lounge. Come in your ugly sweater or a Santa hat! We will provide dinner, festive activities (gingerbread houses), a karaoke station, a mocktail station, and free gift bags! All are welcome and encouraged to celebrate with us! ❄️
Meet Your Own Language: Discover the Hidden Side of How You Speak
submitted by aljaffer@augsburg.edu
You are warmly invited to join us for the ESL 320 Linguistics Final Project Showcase!
Date: Thursday, December 11
Time: 2:00–3:30 p.m.
Location: Hagfors Lobby
Students in ESL 320: Linguistics will be presenting and displaying their final projects. You’ll find engaging activities and informative displays on phonology, morphology, syntax, and language acquisition—projects designed not only to teach, but also to help you see your own language in new and thought-provoking ways.
All students, faculty, and staff are invited to stop by, show support for our ESL 320 students, and learn from their hard work and insight. Come walk around, ask questions, participate in activities, and celebrate our students as they thrive and share their learning with our community.
Staff Senate Happenings TODAY and Thursday
submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu
Staff Senate is bringing colleagues together by creating intimate opportunities to connect, collaborate, and discover the amazing work happening across our campus.
Monthly Brown Bag Lunches:
Our next monthly lunch is tomorrow, December 9th at Noon in the Cafeteria. Join Us!
Next Up: Open House with Lindell Library
When: Thursday, 12/11 from 9:30 – 11
Where: Lindell Library Clubhouse (First Floor)
What to expect:
Complimentary donuts and refreshments
A firsthand look at latest improvements and enhancements
Optional behind-the-scenes tours of our archives (a rare peek into our collection!)
Don’t forget to make a reading plan for winter break!
We can’t wait to see you there!
Daily Chapel: Bella Wizik
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Please join us in chapel at 11:50 am for Bella Wizik’s senior chapel. Bella will share her story and Everett Parker will sing.
Getting to Know Cedar-Riverside: Lunch at Sagal
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Join Sabo Center Staff Wednesday, December 10th at 12:30 pm to learn more about the neighborhood and have lunch at Sagal (https://sagalrestaurantandcafe.com/). We’ll meet at the Sabo Center, please fill out this short Google Form to let us know you’re interested: https://forms.gle/gzjG5BMZcLZqDas99
Meet Your Own Language: Discover the Hidden Side of How You Speak
submitted by aljaffer@augsburg.edu
You are warmly invited to join us for the ESL 320 Linguistics Final Project Showcase!
Date: Thursday, December 11
Time: 2:00–3:30 p.m.
Location: Hagfors Lobby
Students in ESL 320: Linguistics will be presenting and displaying their final projects. You’ll find engaging activities and informative displays on phonology, morphology, syntax, and language acquisition—projects designed not only to teach, but also to help you see your own language in new and thought-provoking ways.
All students, faculty, and staff are invited to stop by, show support for our ESL 320 students, and learn from their hard work and insight. Come walk around, ask questions, participate in activities, and celebrate our students as they thrive and share their learning with our community.
Open House at Lindell Library Thursday, December 11
submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu
Staff Senate is bringing colleagues together by creating intimate opportunities to connect, collaborate, and discover the amazing work happening across our campus.
Next Up: Open House with Lindell Library
When: Thursday, 12/11 from 9:30 – 11
Where: Lindell Library Clubhouse (First Floor)
What to expect:
Complimentary donuts and refreshments
A firsthand look at latest improvements and enhancements
Optional behind-the-scenes tours of our archives (a rare peek into our collection!)
Don’t forget to make a reading plan for winter break!
We can’t wait to see you there!
Sisterhood Boutique Pop-Up Sale – December 10
submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu
Sisterhood Boutique, a social enterprise run by and for entrepreneurial young women from the Cedar Riverside neighborhood, will be on campus Wednesday, December 10th for a Pop-Up Sale. Browse their curated racks of affordable, stylish clothing and accessories in the Christensen Center Lobby from 11am-1pm. They will also be accepting donations of gently used clothing and accessories. The sale is presented by Augsburg Local, an effort to support locally owned businesses located close to campus.
Late Night Breakfast TONIGHT at 9 pm
submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu
Another year, another Late Night Breakfast! Take a break from your rigorous studies and enjoy an assortment of great food free of charge! We hope to see you at the Commons on December 8 from 9-10:30 p.m.
This year’s menu:
Belgian waffles
Hashbrowns
Cheese omelettes
Beef sausage patties (Halal)
Pork sausage links
Donut holes
Assorted pastries and desserts
Lucky Street sushi
Soft serve ice cream with toppings bar
Coffee
Juice
Faculty and Staff Holiday Party – December 18
submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu
Faculty and Staff Holiday Party
Thursday, December 18, 2025 | 3–5 p.m.
Hoversten Chapel | Foss Center
You are invited to attend the annual faculty and staff holiday party! Celebrate the completion of a successful semester and the holiday season with colleagues on campus. Light food and beverages will be provided.
If you need accommodations, please call the University Events department at 612.330.1104 or email events@augsburg.edu.
To support our community, please consider bringing nonperishable food or hygiene product donations for Campus Cupboard. A list of preferred/needed items is linked below.
Annual PsyD Poster Presentation TODAY 11:30am-12:30pm
submitted by mark@augsburg.edu
Please join the Clinical Psychology PsyD program in the East Commons (in the upper level of Christensen Center) on Monday, December 8th from 11:30am-12:30pm, where our graduate students will present their dissertation research proposals. Students will cover a wide range of topics, from TBI and substance use in veterans, to religious affiliation, social support, and self-harm in sexual minorities, to accessing assessment services in the autism community. Light refreshments will be provided!
Getting to Know Cedar-Riverside: Lunch at Sagal
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Join Sabo Center Staff Wednesday, December 10th at 12:30 pm to learn more about the neighborhood and have lunch at Sagal (https://sagalrestaurantandcafe.com/). We’ll meet at the Sabo Center, please fill out this short Google Form to let us know you’re interested: https://forms.gle/gzjG5BMZcLZqDas99
The Annual Memorial Hall Holiday Soiree – Thursday, December 11, 3:30-5 pm – All Invited
submitted by devries@augsburg.edu
You’re invited to the annual Memorial Hall holiday soiree!
Everyone welcome — Students, Staff, Faculty, Friends …
Thursday, December 11
3:30 – 5:00 pm
Memorial 111 and spilling into the surrounding hallways
Pizza, holiday snacks, and beverages provided
Sponsored by the first and second floor departments and programs of Memorial Hall: American Indian, First Nation, and Indigenous Studies; Critical Race and Ethnicity Studies; Gender, Sexuality and Women’s Studies; History; Political Science; and Social Work
Open Mic Night – Students, Faculty, Staff
submitted by starckl@augsburg.edu
Are you a student, faculty, or staff member who likes to hear good stories? Do you have a poem to share? Are you looking for a creative arts break during the last week of classes?
Whether you come just to listen or to perform your work, we hope that you’ll join us for an open mic night in Sateren Auditorium on Wednesday, December 10th at 7pm. Hosted by the Narrative Arts Department of the Schwartz School of the Arts, this event will gather together creative writers, filmmakers, and performers for a cozy evening of inspiration and community. If you’re interested in sharing your work at the event, please let us know via this Google form.
If you’re still deciding–-or just want to come to listen and applaud and have a snack or two-–please mark your calendars for December 10th!
Adopt a Stuffed Pet for Late Night Breakfast
submitted by hansenll@augsburg.edu
Hello everyone! We have a ton of keychain plushies to give out to those for LNB! Please stop by the Urn-Mort Lobby on the 8th before LNB to grab one! 🙂
Mindful Monday: Breathe, Move, Be.
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Start your week with 20 minutes of being, not doing. This week mindfulness is led today by Vanessa Marr, Assistant Professor of Social work. Join us in Hoversten Chapel at 12:00 – 12:20 pm.
Happiness Gym at the Mixed Blood Theatre, Through December 7
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
The Mixed Blood Theatre cordially invites you and the Augsburg Community to attend our production of The Happiness Gym – A National New Play Network Rolling Premiere, based on an original concept by Ken Weitzman! Co-directed by Alejandro Tey and Mark Valdez. This production uses the tenets of positive psychology to craft exercises that engage the Twin Cities community in uses of good news, gratitude, and connection.
Link to register: https://mixedblood.com/the-happiness-gym/
Come to the Happiness Gym if:
You believe there is revolution in meaningful connection.
Need a break from the 24 hour news cycle.
Burnout threatens to pull you from the people and causes you care about.
You want to cultivate happiness using science!
PRICING
Free. Our work is guided by deep community engagement and rooted in Radical Hospitality. We eliminate barriers that prevent people from participating due to lack of resources, racism, physical accessibility, gender discrimination, or other barriers. Tickets are available at no cost to attendees.
Black Market Brass at The Cedar Cultural Center TONIGHT
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Friday, December 5, 2025
8:00 PM–11:00 PM
All Ages
$20 Advance, $25 Day of Show
This is a standing show with an open floor.
Black Market Brass is back again to showcase their continuing collaboration with Minnesota’s own Obi Original. Following a sold out night celebrating the initial release, ‘Battle Ready,’ they’re returning just as hard-hitting as they’ve started it. It’s going to be a dance-heavy evening making sure to turn the heat up on a cold MN night.
Greenhouse First Friday – TODAY
submitted by vaneck@augsburg.edu
The Augsburg Biology Department’s rooftop greenhouse grows an appreciation for and deeper understanding of the plants of our planet. The greenhouse is open to the Augsburg campus community on the first Friday of every month this semester, from noon to 3pm. The Augsburg community is invited to come see what we’ve got growing on, enjoy the tropical atmosphere and marvel at hundreds of plant species from all over the world.
The final First Friday of 2025 is this today, December 5, 12pm—3pm. The greenhouse is located on the 4th floor of the Hagfors Center.
Stay updated on greenhouse activities by following us on Instagram!
Join Us Next Week for an Open House at Lindell Library
submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu
Staff Senate is bringing colleagues together by creating intimate opportunities to connect, collaborate, and discover the amazing work happening across our campus.
Next Up: Open House with Lindell Library
When: Thursday, 12/11 from 9:30 – 11
Where: Lindell Library Clubhouse (First Floor)
What to expect:
Complimentary donuts and refreshments
A firsthand look at latest improvements and enhancements
Optional behind-the-scenes tours of our archives (a rare peek into our collection!)
Don’t forget to make a reading plan for winter break!
We can’t wait to see you there!
Late Night Breakfast on Monday, December 8
submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu
Another year, another Late Night Breakfast! Take a break from your rigorous studies and enjoy an assortment of great food free of charge! We hope to see you at the Commons on December 8 from 9-10:30 p.m.
This year’s menu:
Belgian waffles
Hashbrowns
Cheese omelettes
Beef sausage patties (Halal)
Pork sausage links
Donut holes
Assorted pastries and desserts
Lucky Street sushi
Soft serve ice cream with toppings bar
Coffee
Juice
Daily Chapel: Rev. Mark Hanson
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 12:00 pm to hear Bishop Mark Hanson, Interfaith Institute Fellow, preach on expectations.
QIPOC Holiday Party Next Week: Make the Yuletide Gay
submitted by kelleyf@augsburg.edu
Hello all! QIPOC is hosting our yearly holiday party in collaboration with StepUP next Tuesday, December 9th, from 5 – 7:30 pm in the Christensen Student Lounge. Come in your ugly sweater or a Santa hat! We will provide dinner, festive activities (gingerbread houses), a karaoke station, a mocktail station, and free gift bags! All are welcome and encouraged to celebrate with us! ❄️
The Annual Memorial Hall Holiday Soiree – Thursday, December 11, 3:30-5 pm – All Invited
submitted by devries@augsburg.edu
You’re invited to the annual Memorial Hall holiday soiree!
Everyone welcome — Students, Staff, Faculty, Friends …
Thursday, December 11
3:30 – 5:00 pm
Memorial 111 and spilling into the surrounding hallways
Pizza, holiday snacks, and beverages provided
Sponsored by the first and second floor departments and programs of Memorial Hall: American Indian Studies; Critical Race and Ethnic Studies; Gender, Sexuality and Women’s Studies; History; Political Science; and Social Work
Open Mic Night – Students, Faculty, Staff
submitted by starckl@augsburg.edu
Are you a student, faculty, or staff member who likes to hear good stories? Do you have a poem to share? Are you looking for a creative arts break during the last week of classes?
Whether you come just to listen or to perform your work, we hope that you’ll join us for an open mic night in Sateren Auditorium on Wednesday, December 10th at 7pm. Hosted by the Narrative Arts Department of the Schwartz School of the Arts, this event will gather together creative writers, filmmakers, and performers for a cozy evening of inspiration and community. If you’re interested in sharing your work at the event, please let us know via this Google form.
If you’re still deciding–-or just want to come to listen and applaud and have a snack or two-–please mark your calendars for December 10th!
Annual PsyD Poster Presentation – Monday, December 8, 11:30am-12:30pm
submitted by mark@augsburg.edu
Please join the Clinical Psychology PsyD program in the East Commons (in the upper level of Christensen Center) on Monday, December 8th from 11:30am-12:30pm, where our graduate students will present their dissertation research proposals. Students will cover a wide range of topics, from TBI and substance use in veterans, to religious affiliation, social support, and self-harm in sexual minorities, to accessing assessment services in the autism community. Light refreshments will be provided!
From Heart to Hands Benefit Arts and Crafts Market at the MPLS American Indian Center December 6-7
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Join us for two days of art, creativity, and celebration of local Indigenous artists and makers. The From Heart to Hands Arts & Crafts Market highlights handmade work rooted in culture, tradition, and contemporary expression. Whether you are looking to support local artists, find meaningful gifts, or simply spend time in community, we hope you will join us!
December 6th and 7th, 2025
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Minneapolis American Indian Center — Two Rivers Gallery
1530 E. Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN
This event supports and uplifts Indigenous artists connected to the American Indian Cultural Corridor and the broader community. Your presence and participation directly contribute to sustaining this work.
Annual PsyD Poster Presentation – Monday, December 8, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
submitted by hughessc@augsburg.edu
Please join the Clinical Psychology PsyD program in the East Commons (in the upper level of Christensen Center) on Monday, December 8th from 11:30am-12:30pm, where our graduate students will present their dissertation research proposals. Students will cover a wide range of topics, from TBI and substance use in veterans, to religious affiliation, social support, and self-harm in sexual minorities, to accessing assessment services in the autism community. Light refreshments will be provided!
Courageous Voices: Immigrant Stories of Belonging and Strength
submitted by aljaffer@augsburg.edu
Please join us for Courageous Voices, an evening of storytelling and conversation that centers the gifts our immigrant and refugee communities bring to Minneapolis—language, culture, family networks, resilience, and hope at the Chapel of Augsburg. The program is led by Yacoub Aljaffery and presented in collaboration with the THRIVE program of education.
On this night, Areli will share her first-generation journey and the strength she draws from family, and Fadumo will reflect on moving from a refugee camp to a life of service and leadership. We’ll also hear from five high school students from Hiawatha Academies in a live panel—lifting up the assets they carry and the futures they are building.
This event is for everyone—students, staff, neighbors, and friends. Come to listen, learn, and celebrate the stories that shape our campus and our city.
When: Thursday, December 4, 5:00–6:30 p.m.
Where: The Chapel
Greenhouse First Friday – December 5
submitted by vaneck@augsburg.edu
The Augsburg Biology Department’s rooftop greenhouse grows an appreciation for and deeper understanding of the plants of our planet. The greenhouse is open to the Augsburg campus community on the first Friday of every month this semester, from noon to 3pm. The Augsburg community is invited to come see what we’ve got growing on, enjoy the tropical atmosphere and marvel at hundreds of plant species from all over the world.
The final First Friday of 2025 is this week, December 5, 12pm—3pm. The greenhouse is located on the 4th floor of the Hagfors Center.
Stay updated on greenhouse activities by following us on Instagram!
Meet Your Own Language: Discover the Hidden Side of How You Speak
submitted by aljaffer@augsburg.edu
You are warmly invited to join us for the ESL 320 Linguistics Final Project Showcase!
Date: Thursday, December 11
Time: 2:00–3:30 p.m.
Location: Hagfors Lobby
Students in ESL 320: Linguistics will be presenting and displaying their final projects. You’ll find engaging activities and informative displays on phonology, morphology, syntax, and language acquisition—projects designed not only to teach, but also to help you see your own language in new and thought-provoking ways.
All students, faculty, and staff are invited to stop by, show support for our ESL 320 students, and learn from their hard work and insight. Come walk around, ask questions, participate in activities, and celebrate our students as they thrive and share their learning with our community.
Seward Frolic and Holiday Art Market – Saturday, December 6
submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu
Shop local at the Seward Frolic and Holiday Art Market this Saturday, December 6. The event will feature special sales and events at local businesses in the Seward Neighborhood along with an art market showcasing local artists and artisans at the Mathews Park Recreation Center. Go to the link below for a list of participating businesses and other event details.
QIPOC Holiday Party Next Week: Make The Yuletide Gay
submitted by kelleyf@augsburg.edu
Hello all! QIPOC is hosting our yearly holiday party in collaboration with StepUP next Tuesday, December 9th, from 5 – 7:30 pm in the Christensen Student Lounge. Come in your ugly sweater or a Santa hat! We will provide dinner, festive activities (gingerbread houses), a karaoke station, a mocktail station, and free gift bags! All are welcome and encouraged to celebrate with us! ❄️
Late Night Breakfast on Monday, December 8
submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu
Another year, another Late Night Breakfast! Take a break from your rigorous studies and enjoy an assortment of great food free of charge! We hope to see you at the Commons on December 8 from 9-10:30 p.m.
This year’s menu:
Belgian waffles
Hashbrowns
Cheese omelettes
Beef sausage patties (Halal)
Pork sausage links
Donut holes
Assorted pastries and desserts
Lucky Street sushi
Soft serve ice cream with toppings bar
Coffee
Juice
Daily Chapel: El Egbert with Young Adults in Global Ministry
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 11:50 am to hear El Egbert, a volunteer with Young Adults in Global Ministry, share about his experiences as a volunteer in Central Europe and how you can volunteer.
From Heart to Hands Benefit Arts and Crafts Market at the MPLS American Indian Center December 6-7
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Join us for two days of art, creativity, and celebration of local Indigenous artists and makers. The From Heart to Hands Arts & Crafts Market highlights handmade work rooted in culture, tradition, and contemporary expression. Whether you are looking to support local artists, find meaningful gifts, or simply spend time in community, we hope you will join us!
December 6th and 7th, 2025
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Minneapolis American Indian Center — Two Rivers Gallery
1530 E. Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN
This event supports and uplifts Indigenous artists connected to the American Indian Cultural Corridor and the broader community. Your presence and participation directly contribute to sustaining this work.
Happiness Gym at the Mixed Blood Theatre, Through December 7
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
The Mixed Blood Theatre cordially invites you and the Augsburg Community to attend our production of The Happiness Gym – A National New Play Network Rolling Premiere, based on an original concept by Ken Weitzman! Co-directed by Alejandro Tey and Mark Valdez. This production uses the tenets of positive psychology to craft exercises that engage the Twin Cities community in uses of good news, gratitude, and connection.
Link to register: https://mixedblood.com/the-happiness-gym/
Come to the Happiness Gym if:
You believe there is revolution in meaningful connection.
Need a break from the 24 hour news cycle.
Burnout threatens to pull you from the people and causes you care about.
You want to cultivate happiness using science!
PRICING
Free. Our work is guided by deep community engagement and rooted in Radical Hospitality. We eliminate barriers that prevent people from participating due to lack of resources, racism, physical accessibility, gender discrimination, or other barriers. Tickets are available at no cost to attendees.
Black Market Brass at The Cedar Cultural Center TOMORROW
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Friday, December 5, 2025
8:00 PM–11:00 PM
All Ages
$20 Advance, $25 Day of Show
This is a standing show with an open floor.
Black Market Brass is back again to showcase their continuing collaboration with Minnesota’s own Obi Original. Following a sold out night celebrating the initial release, ‘Battle Ready,’ they’re returning just as hard-hitting as they’ve started it. It’s going to be a dance-heavy evening making sure to turn the heat up on a cold MN night.
Meet Your Own Language: Discover the Hidden Side of How You Speak
submitted by aljaffer@augsburg.edu
You are warmly invited to join us for the ESL 320 Linguistics Final Project Showcase!
Date: Thursday, December 11
Time: 2:00–3:30 p.m.
Location: Hagfors Lobby
Students in ESL 320: Linguistics will be presenting and displaying their final projects. You’ll find engaging activities and informative displays on phonology, morphology, syntax, and language acquisition—projects designed not only to teach, but also to help you see your own language in new and thought-provoking ways.
All students, faculty, and staff are invited to stop by, show support for our ESL 320 students, and learn from their hard work and insight. Come walk around, ask questions, participate in activities, and celebrate our students as they thrive and share their learning with our community.
TODAY – Employer Tabling: St. Paul Academy and Summit School
submitted by carrigan@augsburg.edu
Come visit employer, St. Paul Academy & Summit School in the Christensen Center Lobby, TODAY from 11:30am-2:30pm.
Courageous Voices: Immigrant Stories of Belonging and Strength
submitted by aljaffer@augsburg.edu
Please join us for Courageous Voices, an evening of storytelling and conversation that centers the gifts our immigrant and refugee communities bring to Minneapolis—language, culture, family networks, resilience, and hope at the Chapel of Augsburg. The program is led by Yacoub Aljaffery and presented in collaboration with the THRIVE program of education.
On this night, Areli will share her first-generation journey and the strength she draws from family, and Fadumo will reflect on moving from a refugee camp to a life of service and leadership. We’ll also hear from five high school students from Hiawatha Academies in a live panel—lifting up the assets they carry and the futures they are building.
This event is for everyone—students, staff, neighbors, and friends. Come to listen, learn, and celebrate the stories that shape our campus and our city.
When: Thursday, December 4, 5:00–6:30 p.m.
Where: The Chapel
TODAY Auggie Doggies Day
submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu
Hiii,
Please save the date and join us to see the dogs and cats on Wednesday, December 3rd. It will be their last day here for this semester. Hope to see you!
Wednesday, December 3rd
Time: 12pm – 1pm
Location: CWC Lobby
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Next Week: Open Mic
submitted by starckl@augsburg.edu
Do you love hearing good stories? Do you have a poem to share? Are you looking for a creative arts break during the last week of classes?
Whether you come just to listen or to perform your work, we hope that you’ll join us for an open mic night in Sateren Auditorium on Wednesday, December 10th at 7pm. Hosted by the Narrative Arts Department of the Schwartz School of the Arts, this event will gather together creative writers, filmmakers, and performers for a cozy evening of inspiration and community.
If you’re interested in sharing your work at the event, please let us know via this Google form. If you’re still deciding–or just want to come to listen and applaud and have a snack or two–please mark your calendars for December 10th!
TODAY: Sambusa-Samosa Sampling – 12:30-1:30 p.m.
submitted by sheinfel@augsburg.edu
Come for food and drinks, enjoy activities and prizes at the Department of Religion & Philosophy Student Social: Samosa-Sambusa Sampling.
When: Wednesday Dec 3, 12:30-1:30
Where: Hagfors 165
Everyone is welcome!
PSEO Community Time (Finals Edition) – Pizza
submitted by chuma@augsburg.edu
Join Madelyn Chu, Associate Director of PSEO, for a special PSEO Community Time as we head into finals week! Take a break, connect with fellow PSEO students, and refuel with pizza, and activities
This is the perfect opportunity to de-stress, ask questions, and win some prizes! We can’t wait to see you there for good food, great company, and a little fun.
Date: December 12th, 2025
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Location: Christensen Center (Fishbowl): Behind Einstein Bagels
Want to share your experience to earn a $5 gift-card? Submit your testimonial to us! We’d love to hear how your experience at Augsburg is going.
Holiday Candies – Christensen Center TODAY
submitted by chuma@augsburg.edu
I’ll be selling holiday candies in Christensen Center — stop by and grab something sweet!
Dates:
Wednesday, December 3rd (10am – 1pm)
Monday, December 8th (10am – 1pm)
Whether you’re looking for a quick pick-me-up, a gift for friends or family, or just need a study break, our handcrafted holiday candies make the perfect treat. Swing by our table, support an Augsburg employee-run business, and enjoy something delicious!
Strommen Center Open House TODAY 10-11 a.m.
submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu
Staff Senate is bringing colleagues together by creating intimate opportunities to connect, collaborate, and discover the amazing work happening across our campus.
Our Next Open House is TODAY (12/3) with the Strommen Center from 10-11am.
Swing through for some treats and connect with each other and Strommen Staff.
From Heart to Hands Benefit Arts and Crafts Market at the MPLS American Indian Center, December 6-7
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Join us for two days of art, creativity, and celebration of local Indigenous artists and makers. The From Heart to Hands Arts & Crafts Market highlights handmade work rooted in culture, tradition, and contemporary expression. Whether you are looking to support local artists, find meaningful gifts, or simply spend time in community, we hope you will join us!
December 6th and 7th, 2025
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Minneapolis American Indian Center — Two Rivers Gallery
1530 E. Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN
This event supports and uplifts Indigenous artists connected to the American Indian Cultural Corridor and the broader community. Your presence and participation directly contribute to sustaining this work.
Happiness Gym at the Mixed Blood Theatre, Through December 7
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
The Mixed Blood Theatre cordially invites you and the Augsburg Community to attend our production of The Happiness Gym – A National New Play Network Rolling Premiere, based on an original concept by Ken Weitzman! Co-directed by Alejandro Tey and Mark Valdez. This production uses the tenets of positive psychology to craft exercises that engage the Twin Cities community in uses of good news, gratitude, and connection.
Link to register: https://mixedblood.com/the-happiness-gym/
Come to the Happiness Gym if:
You believe there is revolution in meaningful connection.
Need a break from the 24 hour news cycle.
Burnout threatens to pull you from the people and causes you care about.
You want to cultivate happiness using science!
PRICING
Free. Our work is guided by deep community engagement and rooted in Radical Hospitality. We eliminate barriers that prevent people from participating due to lack of resources, racism, physical accessibility, gender discrimination, or other barriers. Tickets are available at no cost to attendees.
Greenhouse First Friday – December 5
submitted by vaneck@augsburg.edu
The Augsburg Biology Department’s rooftop greenhouse grows an appreciation for and deeper understanding of the plants of our planet. The greenhouse is open to the Augsburg campus community on the first Friday of every month this semester, from noon to 3pm. The Augsburg community is invited to come see what we’ve got growing on, enjoy the tropical atmosphere and marvel at hundreds of plant species from all over the world.
The final First Friday of 2025 is this week, December 5, 12pm—3pm. The greenhouse is located on the 4th floor of the Hagfors Center.
Stay updated on greenhouse activities by following us on Instagram!
TODAY at 12:30: Focused Conversation on Public Policy
submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu
All faculty and staff are invited to the December Focused Conversation today. Join President Paul Pribbenow and Minnesota Private College Council President Paul Cerkvenik for a conversation about how Augsburg engages public policy issues on behalf of our students and higher education.
December Focused Conversation: Public Policy Engagement
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
12:30–1:30 p.m.
Marshall Room or via Zoom
Please note that an earlier version of the Zoom registration showed the wrong time; some folks who registered early may have received an 11:30 calendar appointment. The Focused Conversation will begin at 12:30 p.m.
To view the Focused Conversation schedule and access the livestream link, visit the All Hands page.
Seward Frolic and Holiday Art Market – Saturday, December 6
submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu
Shop local at the Seward Frolic and Holiday Art Market this Saturday, December 6. The event will feature special sales and events at local businesses in the Seward Neighborhood along with an art market showcasing local artists and artisans at the Mathews Park Recreation Center. Go to the link below for a list of participating businesses and other event details.
Late Night Breakfast on Monday, December 8
submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu
Another year, another Late Night Breakfast! Take a break from your rigorous studies and enjoy an assortment of great food free of charge! We hope to see you at the Commons on December 8 from 9-10:30 p.m.
This year’s menu:
Belgian waffles
Hashbrowns
Cheese omelettes
Beef sausage patties (Halal)
Pork sausage links
Donut holes
Assorted pastries and desserts
Lucky Street sushi
Soft serve ice cream with toppings bar
Coffee
Juice
Faculty and Staff Holiday Party – December 18
submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu
Faculty and Staff Holiday Party
Thursday, December 18, 2025 | 3–5 p.m.
Hoversten Chapel | Foss Center
You are invited to attend the annual faculty and staff holiday party! Celebrate the completion of a successful semester and the holiday season with colleagues on campus. Light food and beverages will be provided.
If you need accommodations, please call the University Events department at 612.330.1104 or email events@augsburg.edu.
To support our community, please consider bringing nonperishable food or hygiene product donations for Campus Cupboard. A list of preferred/needed items is linked below.
Greenhouse First Friday – December 5
submitted by vaneck@augsburg.edu
The Augsburg Biology Department’s rooftop greenhouse grows an appreciation for and deeper understanding of the plants of our planet. The greenhouse is open to the Augsburg campus community on the first Friday of every month this semester, from noon to 3pm. The Augsburg community is invited to come see what we’ve got growing on, enjoy the tropical atmosphere and marvel at hundreds of plant species from all over the world.
The final First Friday of 2025 is this week, December 5, 12pm—3pm. The greenhouse is located on the 4th floor of the Hagfors Center.
Stay updated on greenhouse activities by following us on Instagram!
From Heart to Hands Benefit Arts and Crafts Market at the MPLS American Indian Center December 6-7
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Join us for two days of art, creativity, and celebration of local Indigenous artists and makers. The From Heart to Hands Arts & Crafts Market highlights handmade work rooted in culture, tradition, and contemporary expression. Whether you are looking to support local artists, find meaningful gifts, or simply spend time in community, we hope you will join us!
December 6th and 7th, 2025
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Minneapolis American Indian Center — Two Rivers Gallery
1530 E. Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN
This event supports and uplifts Indigenous artists connected to the American Indian Cultural Corridor and the broader community. Your presence and participation directly contribute to sustaining this work.
Daily Chapel: “Blue Christmas” Service
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 11:50 am for a “Blue Christmas” service, offering comfort for those who are hurting during the holidays.
Holiday Candies for Sale
submitted by chuma@augsburg.edu
I’ll be selling holiday candies in Christensen Center — stop by and grab something sweet!
Dates:
Wednesday, December 3rd (10am – 1pm)
Monday, December 8th (10am – 1pm)
Whether you’re looking for a quick pick-me-up, a gift for friends or family, or just need a study break, our handcrafted holiday candies make the perfect treat. Swing by our table, support an Augsburg employee-run business, and enjoy something delicious!
Sambusa-Samosa Sampling – Wednesday, December 3, 12:30-1:30
submitted by sheinfel@augsburg.edu
Come for food and drinks, enjoy activities and prizes at the Department of Religion & Philosophy Student Social: Samosa-Sambusa Sampling.
When: Wednesday Dec 3, 12:30-1:30
Where: Hagfors 165
Everyone is welcome!
Courageous Voices: Immigrant Stories of Belonging and Strength
submitted by aljaffer@augsburg.edu
Please join us for Courageous Voices, an evening of storytelling and conversation that centers the gifts our immigrant and refugee communities bring to Minneapolis—language, culture, family networks, resilience, and hope at the Chapel of Augsburg. The program is led by Yacoub Aljaffery and presented in collaboration with the THRIVE program of education.
On this night, Areli will share her first-generation journey and the strength she draws from family, and Fadumo will reflect on moving from a refugee camp to a life of service and leadership. We’ll also hear from five high school students from Hiawatha Academies in a live panel—lifting up the assets they carry and the futures they are building.
This event is for everyone—students, staff, neighbors, and friends. Come to listen, learn, and celebrate the stories that shape our campus and our city.
When: Thursday, December 4, 5:00–6:30 p.m.
Where: The Chapel
Strommen Center Open House TOMORROW
submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu
Staff Senate is bringing colleagues together by creating intimate opportunities to connect, collaborate, and discover the amazing work happening across our campus.
Our Next Open House is with the Strommen Center this Wednesday 12/3 from 10-11am.
Swing through for some treats and connect with each other and Strommen Staff.
TODAY – Travelers EDGE Info Session: Get Scholarship, Mentorship, Internship, and More
submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu
Recruiting now for the Travelers EDGE program. This program offers scholarship, mentorship, internship, professional development and more!
Seeking first-year students with 3.0+ GPA in the following majors:
– Accounting
– Business Admin/Management
– Communicationss
– Computer Science
– Economics
– Finance
– International Business
– Math
– MIS
– Marketing
Attend an informational sessions to learn more about the program, hear from Scholars/Alumni, and get application tips!
– Tuesday December 2nd, 2025 | 4:30-5:30pm Hagfors 150 B/C
– Wednesday December 10th, 2025 | 12-1pm On Zoom. Click link to register: https://augsburg.zoom.us/meeting/register/V4Rnu3iORUGzP5T-oN5PPw
Vanessa Marr – Listen to Your Mama (Nature): Lessons on Resilience, Resistance, and Beyond
submitted by myers@augsburg.edu
How We Thrive: Stories of what it means to thrive – together.
Wednesday December 3rd | 12:00 p.m. | Hoversten Chapel
Vanessa Marr, Social Work
“Listen to Your Mama (Nature): Lessons on Resilience, Resistance, and Beyond”
In times of uncertainty, nature has been a gentle teacher. Let us gather and explore these lessons as a means to connect, nourish, and empower.
TOMORROW at 12:30: Focused Conversation on Public Policy Engagement
submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu
All faculty and staff are invited to the December Focused Conversation tomorrow, December 3. Join President Paul Pribbenow and Minnesota Private College Council President Paul Cerkvenik for a conversation about how Augsburg engages public policy issues on behalf of our students and higher education.
December Focused Conversation: Public Policy Engagement
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
12:30–1:30 p.m.
Marshall Room or via Zoom
Please note that an earlier version of the Zoom registration showed the wrong time; some folks who registered early may have received an 11:30 calendar appointment. The Focused Conversation will begin at 12:30 p.m.
To view the Focused Conversation schedule and access the livestream link, visit the All Hands page.
Sambusa-Samosa Sampling – Wednesday, December 3, 12:30-1:30
submitted by sheinfel@augsburg.edu
Come for food and drinks, enjoy activities and prizes at the Department of Religion & Philosophy Student Social: Samosa-Sambusa Sampling.
When: Wednesday Dec 3, 12:30-1:30
Where: Hagfors 165
Everyone is welcome!
TODAY – EPNI Finance Talk (Noon) and Screen Printing Workshop (6 pm)
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Join the Sabo Center Community Engagement Council’s Community Changemakers and the East Phillips Neighborhood Institute in welcoming Daneil Colten Schmidt and Sean Lim to campus.
Daniel Colton Schmidt: Finance & Fundraising for Community Movements
Monday, December 1, Noon – 1:00pm
Oren Gateway Center, Room 100
Daniel writes grants and speaks with philanthropists and investors; while also striving to protect the neighborhood from predatory financial interests. He studied Ecological Economics at Hampshire College in Massachusetts.
Sean Lim: Movement Art Workshop – Screen-printing Posters
Monday, December 1, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Christensen Center, East Commons
Sean works with EPNI, Spill Paint Not Oil and other community groups & Movements to make art that draws attention to social and political problems. Learn how to screen print and bring a Campus Kitchen poster home!
Stay tuned for a call for project proposals with EPNI in December! Funding and support will be available for course engagements, events, campus projects and whatever else you might dream up with the amazing team of peeps who work with EPNI.
Visit https://linktr.ee/epnifarm to learn more about EPNI.
Learn more about Community Changemakers here: https://www.augsburg.edu/sabo/community-changemakers/
From Heart to Hands Benefit – Arts and Crafts Market at the MPLS American Indian Center December 6-7
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Join us for two days of art, creativity, and celebration of local Indigenous artists and makers. The From Heart to Hands Arts & Crafts Market highlights handmade work rooted in culture, tradition, and contemporary expression. Whether you are looking to support local artists, find meaningful gifts, or simply spend time in community, we hope you will join us!
December 6th and 7th, 2025
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Minneapolis American Indian Center — Two Rivers Gallery
1530 E. Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN
This event supports and uplifts Indigenous artists connected to the American Indian Cultural Corridor and the broader community. Your presence and participation directly contribute to sustaining this work.
Happiness Gym at the Mixed Blood Theatre, Through December 7
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
The Mixed Blood Theatre cordially invites you and the Augsburg Community to attend our production of The Happiness Gym – A National New Play Network Rolling Premiere, based on an original concept by Ken Weitzman! Co-directed by Alejandro Tey and Mark Valdez. This production uses the tenets of positive psychology to craft exercises that engage the Twin Cities community in uses of good news, gratitude, and connection.
Link to register: https://mixedblood.com/the-happiness-gym/
Come to the Happiness Gym if:
You believe there is revolution in meaningful connection.
Need a break from the 24 hour news cycle.
Burnout threatens to pull you from the people and causes you care about.
You want to cultivate happiness using science!
PRICING
Free. Our work is guided by deep community engagement and rooted in Radical Hospitality. We eliminate barriers that prevent people from participating due to lack of resources, racism, physical accessibility, gender discrimination, or other barriers. Tickets are available at no cost to attendees.
Calling All Storytellers
submitted by starckl@augsburg.edu
Do you love hearing good stories? Do you have a poem to share? Are you looking for a creative arts break during the last week of classes?
Whether you come just to listen or to perform your work, we hope that you’ll join us for an open mic night in Sateren Auditorium on Wednesday, December 10th at 7pm. Hosted by the Narrative Arts Department of the Schwartz School of the Arts, this event will gather together creative writers, filmmakers, and performers for a cozy evening of inspiration and community.
If you’re interested in sharing your work at the event, please let us know via this Google form. If you’re still deciding–or just want to come to listen and applaud and have a snack or two–please mark your calendars for December 10th!
Wednesday at 12:30: Focused Conversation with Paul Pribbenow and Paul Cerkvenik
submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu
All faculty and staff are invited to the December Focused Conversation on Wednesday, December 3. Join President Paul Pribbenow and Minnesota Private College Council President Paul Cerkvenik for a conversation about how Augsburg engages public policy issues on behalf of our students and higher education.
December Focused Conversation: Public Policy Engagement
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
12:30–1:30 p.m.
Marshall Room or via Zoom
Please note that an earlier version of the Zoom registration showed the wrong time; some folks who registered early may have received an 11:30 calendar appointment. The Focused Conversation will begin at 12:30 p.m.
To view the Focused Conversation schedule and access the livestream link, visit the All Hands page.
Courageous Voices: Immigrant Stories of Belonging and Strength
submitted by aljaffer@augsburg.edu
Please join us for Courageous Voices, an evening of storytelling and conversation that centers the gifts our immigrant and refugee communities bring to Minneapolis—language, culture, family networks, resilience, and hope at the Chapel of Augsburg. The program is led by Yacoub Aljaffery and presented in collaboration with the THRIVE program of education.
On this night, Areli will share her first-generation journey and the strength she draws from family, and Fadumo will reflect on moving from a refugee camp to a life of service and leadership. We’ll also hear from five high school students from Hiawatha Academies in a live panel—lifting up the assets they carry and the futures they are building.
This event is for everyone—students, staff, neighbors, and friends. Come to listen, learn, and celebrate the stories that shape our campus and our city.
When: Thursday, December 4, 5:00–6:30 p.m.
Where: The Chapel
All are welcome! We will see you all there, inshallah!
Daily Chapel: Mindful Monday
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Start your week with 20 minutes of being, not doing in Hoversten Chapel today at 12:00 pm. Led today by Tara Mader, Associate Professor of Health, Exercise Science, and Physical Education.
Open House with Strommen Center This Wednesday
submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu
Staff Senate is bringing colleagues together by creating intimate opportunities to connect, collaborate, and discover the amazing work happening across our campus.
Our Next Open House is with the Strommen Center this Wednesday 12/3 from 10-11am.
Swing through for some treats and connect with each other and Strommen Staff.
Additional December Connecting Opportunities:
Our next monthly Brown Bag Lunch is December 9th at Noon in the Cafeteria.
Lindell Library Open House: Thursday, December 11 from 9:30 – 11:00am
Time to learn more about all the Library offers, especially before many take a break over the holidays. Be sure to leave with some reading recommendations (and books) too!
Next Monday: EPNI Finance Talk and Screen Printing Workshop
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Join the Sabo Center Community Engagement Council’s Community Changemakers and the East Phillips Neighborhood Institute in welcoming Daneil Colten Schmidt and Sean Lim to campus.
Daniel Colton Schmidt: Finance & Fundraising for Community Movements
Monday, December 1, Noon – 1:00pm
Oren Gateway Center, Room 100
Daniel writes grants and speaks with philanthropists and investors; while also striving to protect the neighborhood from predatory financial interests. He studied Ecological Economics at Hampshire College in Massachusetts.
Sean Lim: Movement Art Workshop – Screen-printing Posters
Monday, December 1, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Christensen Center, East Commons
Sean works with EPNI, Spill Paint Not Oil and other community groups & Movements to make art that draws attention to social and political problems. Learn how to screen print and bring a Campus Kitchen poster home!
Stay tuned for a call for project proposals with EPNI in December! Funding and support will be available for course engagements, events, campus projects and whatever else you might dream up with the amazing team of peeps who work with EPNI.
Visit https://linktr.ee/epnifarm to learn more about EPNI.
Learn more about Community Changemakers here: https://www.augsburg.edu/sabo/community-changemakers/
From Heart to Hands Benefit Arts and Crafts Market at the MPLS American Indian Center (December 6–7)
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Join us for two days of art, creativity, and celebration of local Indigenous artists and makers. The From Heart to Hands Arts & Crafts Market highlights handmade work rooted in culture, tradition, and contemporary expression. Whether you are looking to support local artists, find meaningful gifts, or simply spend time in community, we hope you will join us!
December 6th and 7th, 2025
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Minneapolis American Indian Center — Two Rivers Gallery
1530 E. Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN
This event supports and uplifts Indigenous artists connected to the American Indian Cultural Corridor and the broader community. Your presence and participation directly contribute to sustaining this work.
Happiness Gym at the Mixed Blood Theatre, through December 7, 2025
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
The Mixed Blood Theatre cordially invites you and the Augsburg Community to attend our production of The Happiness Gym – A National New Play Network Rolling Premiere, based on an original concept by Ken Weitzman! Co-directed by Alejandro Tey and Mark Valdez. This production uses the tenets of positive psychology to craft exercises that engage the Twin Cities community in uses of good news, gratitude, and connection.
Link to register: https://mixedblood.com/the-happiness-gym/
Come to the Happiness Gym if:
You believe there is revolution in meaningful connection.
Need a break from the 24 hour news cycle.
Burnout threatens to pull you from the people and causes you care about.
You want to cultivate happiness using science!
PRICING
Free. Our work is guided by deep community engagement and rooted in Radical Hospitality. We eliminate barriers that prevent people from participating due to lack of resources, racism, physical accessibility, gender discrimination, or other barriers. Tickets are available at no cost to attendees.
PSEO Community Time (Finals Edition)—Pizza
submitted by chuma@augsburg.edu
Join Madelyn Chu, Associate Director of PSEO, for a special PSEO Community Time as we head into finals week! Take a break, connect with fellow PSEO students, and refuel with pizza, and activities
This is the perfect opportunity to de-stress, ask questions, and win some prizes! We can’t wait to see you there for good food, great company, and a little fun.
Date: December 12th, 2025
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Location: Christensen Center (Fishbowl): Behind Einstein Bagels
Want to share your experience to earn a $5 gift-card? Submit your testimonial to us! We’d love to hear how your experience at Augsburg is going.
Sambusa-Samosa Sampling – Wednesday, December 3, 12:30-1:30
submitted by sheinfel@augsburg.edu
Samosa-Sambusa Sampling – Religion & Philosophy Student Social
Come for food and drinks, enjoy activities and prizes
Wednesday Dec 3, 12:30-1:30 in Hagfors 165
Everyone is welcome!
Daily Chapel: Communion and Pie
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 12:00 pm for a Communion service led by Pastor John Schwehn. Then stay for some pre-Thanksgiving pie!
Calling All Storytellers
submitted by starckl@augsburg.edu
Do you love hearing good stories? Do you have a poem to share? Are you looking for a creative arts break during the last week of classes?
Whether you come just to listen or to perform your work, we hope that you’ll join us for an open mic night in Sateren Auditorium on Wednesday, December 10th at 7pm. Hosted by the Narrative Arts Department of the Schwartz School of the Arts, this event will gather together creative writers, filmmakers, and performers for a cozy evening of inspiration and community.
If you’re interested in sharing your work at the event, please let us know via this Google form. If you’re still deciding–or just want to come to listen and applaud and have a snack or two–please mark your calendars for December 10th!
Next Monday – EPNI Finance Talk and Screen Printing Workshop
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Join the Sabo Center Community Engagement Council’s Community Changemakers and the East Phillips Neighborhood Institute in welcoming Daneil Colten Schmidt and Sean Lim to campus.
Daniel Colton Schmidt: Finance & Fundraising for Community Movements
Monday, December 1, Noon – 1:00pm
Oren Gateway Center, Room 100
Daniel writes grants and speaks with philanthropists and investors; while also striving to protect the neighborhood from predatory financial interests. He studied Ecological Economics at Hampshire College in Massachusetts.
Sean Lim: Movement Art Workshop – Screen-printing Posters
Monday, December 1, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Christensen Center, East Commons
Sean works with EPNI, Spill Paint Not Oil and other community groups & Movements to make art that draws attention to social and political problems. Learn how to screen print and bring a Campus Kitchen poster home!
Stay tuned for a call for project proposals with EPNI in December! Funding and support will be available for course engagements, events, campus projects and whatever else you might dream up with the amazing team of peeps who work with EPNI.
Visit https://linktr.ee/epnifarm to learn more about EPNI.
Learn more about Community Changemakers here: https://www.augsburg.edu/sabo/community-changemakers/
Happiness Gym at the Mixed Blood Theatre Through December 7
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
The Mixed Blood Theatre cordially invites you and the Augsburg Community to attend our production of The Happiness Gym – A National New Play Network Rolling Premiere, based on an original concept by Ken Weitzman! Co-directed by Alejandro Tey and Mark Valdez. This production uses the tenets of positive psychology to craft exercises that engage the Twin Cities community in uses of good news, gratitude, and connection.
Link to register: https://mixedblood.com/the-happiness-gym/
Come to the Happiness Gym if:
You believe there is revolution in meaningful connection.
Need a break from the 24 hour news cycle.
Burnout threatens to pull you from the people and causes you care about.
You want to cultivate happiness using science!
PRICING
Free. Our work is guided by deep community engagement and rooted in Radical Hospitality. We eliminate barriers that prevent people from participating due to lack of resources, racism, physical accessibility, gender discrimination, or other barriers. Tickets are available at no cost to attendees.
From Heart to Hands Benefit Arts and Crafts Market at the MPLS American Indian Center December 6-7
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Join us for two days of art, creativity, and celebration of local Indigenous artists and makers. The From Heart to Hands Arts & Crafts Market highlights handmade work rooted in culture, tradition, and contemporary expression. Whether you are looking to support local artists, find meaningful gifts, or simply spend time in community, we hope you will join us!
December 6th and 7th, 2025
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Minneapolis American Indian Center — Two Rivers Gallery
1530 E. Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN
This event supports and uplifts Indigenous artists connected to the American Indian Cultural Corridor and the broader community. Your presence and participation directly contribute to sustaining this work.
Open Mic Night – December 10
submitted by starckl@augsburg.edu
Do you love hearing good stories? Do you have a poem to share? Are you looking for a creative arts break during the last week of classes?
Whether you come just to listen or to perform your work, we hope that you’ll join us for an open mic night in Sateren Auditorium on Wednesday, December 10th at 7pm. Hosted by the Narrative Arts Department of the Schwartz School of the Arts, this event will gather together creative writers, filmmakers, and performers for a cozy evening of inspiration and community.
If you’re interested in sharing your work at the event, please let us know via this Google form. If you’re still deciding–or just want to come to listen and applaud and have a snack or two–please mark your calendars for December 10th!
Vanessa Marr – “Listen to Your Mama (Nature): Lessons on Resilience, Resistance, and Beyond”
submitted by myers@augsburg.edu
How We Thrive: Stories of what it means to thrive – together.
Wednesday December 3rd | 12:00 p.m. | Hoversten Chapel
Vanessa Marr, Social Work
“Listen to Your Mama (Nature): Lessons on Resilience, Resistance, and Beyond”
In times of uncertainty, nature has been a gentle teacher. Let us gather and explore these lessons as a means to connect, nourish, and empower.
Save the Dates: Upcoming Staff Senate Sponsored Open Houses
submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu
Staff Senate is bringing colleagues together by creating intimate opportunities to connect, collaborate, and discover the amazing work happening across our campus!
December Connecting Opportunities:
Open House with the Strommen Center: Wednesday, 12/3 from 10-11am.
Swing through for some treats and connect with each other and Strommen Staff.
Our next monthly Brown Bag Lunch is December 9th at Noon in the Cafeteria.
Lindell Library Open House: Thursday, December 11 from 9:30 – 11:00am
Time to learn more about all the Library offers, especially before many take a break over the holidays. Be sure to leave with some reading recommendations (and books) too!
Sambusa-Samosa Sampling at Religion and Philosophy Student Social
submitted by sheinfel@augsburg.edu
Come to the Religion & Philosophy Student Social “Samosa-Sambusa Sampling” on Wed Dec 3, 12:30–1:30 in Hagfors 165. Come for food and drinks, enjoy activities and prizes. Everyone is welcome!
Small Ensembles Concert – Monday, November 24
submitted by borden@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Music Department Presents:
The Small Ensembles Concert
Monday, November 24, 2025
7 p.m.
Hoversten Chapel
The Augsburg Flute Ensemble, Augsburg Jazz Combo, African Drum Ensemble, and a contemporary ensemble called THE Group will perform a wide selection of musics for your enjoyment. Entry is free, seating is plentiful, and joy will abound. See you there.
Open Mic Night – December 10
submitted by starckl@augsburg.edu
Do you love hearing good stories? Do you have a poem to share? Are you looking for a creative arts break during the last week of classes?
Whether you come just to listen or to perform your work, we hope that you’ll join us for an open mic night in Sateren Auditorium on Wednesday, December 10th at 7pm. Hosted by the Narrative Arts Department of the Schwartz School of the Arts, this event will gather together creative writers, filmmakers, and performers for a cozy evening of inspiration and community.
If you’re interested in sharing your work at the event, please let us know via this Google form. If you’re still deciding–or just want to come to listen and applaud and have a snack or two–please mark your calendars for December 10th!
PSEO Community Time (Finals Edition) – Pizza
submitted by chuma@augsburg.edu
Join Madelyn Chu, Associate Director of PSEO, for a special PSEO Community Time as we head into finals week! Take a break, connect with fellow PSEO students, and refuel with pizza, and activities
This is the perfect opportunity to de-stress, ask questions, and win some prizes! We can’t wait to see you there for good food, great company, and a little fun.
Date: December 12th, 2025
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Location: Christensen Center (Fishbowl): Behind Einstein Bagels
Want to share your experience to earn a $5 gift-card? Submit your testimonial to us! We’d love to hear how your experience at Augsburg is going.