Alumni Relations - GET INVOLVED
There are a number of ways to get involved. Being involved is a great way to stay connected to the college and other alumni. One great way of staying connected is to volunteer.
Alumni Board Member
The purpose of the Association shall be to support and serve Augsburg College in its mission: “To develop future leader of service to the world by providing high quality educational opportunities which are based in the liberal arts and shaped by the values of the Christian church, by the context of vital metropolitan setting, and by an intentionally diverse campus community.” And to promote support of time, resources and involvement among alumni for the College and the Association.
If you are interested in applying for Board membership, please see the bottom of this page. To learn more about the Alumni Board please contact Kim Stone at stonek@augsburg.edu.
Augsburg Associate
The Augsburg College Associates is a service auxiliary of volunteers whose mission includes fund raising for special projects in support of the College.
Primary activities for the members of the Augsburg Associates include the fall luncheon and annual meeting, the spring seminar, and Velkommen Jul. Through the years the Associates have also been involved in a number of fundraising events to fund special projects and a scholarship at the College. Funds are raised from the Velkommen Jul bake, craft and gift sale, and Associates memberships. Currently, the primary fundraiser is estate sales.
To volunteer or to become a member, contact Becky Waggoner at waggoner@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1085.
Campus Kitchens
CKAC is a partnership between The Campus Kitchens Project, Augsburg College, and local community agencies as a hunger-relief organization that uses food donations from campus dining operations, student organizations, and Second Harvest Heartland in the preparation of meals that are delivered to community service agencies. The Campus Kitchen at Augsburg has served over 10,000 meals and involved over 300 volunteers to date, serving the community members surrounding the college, including immigrants, low-income families, homeless adults, and elders.
Learn how you can volunteer with Campus Kitchens at Augsburg College!
Class Agent Program
The purpose of the Class Agent program is to develop and maintain a connection with classmates keeping them informed about news from Augsburg College or within their class.
Class Agents connect with classmates via telephone, email, and a yearly newsletter. Other Class Agent responsibilities include encouraging classmate attendance for special events, reunions, and other special interest group gatherings and serving on the class reunion planning committee.
To learn more about the program or to become a Class Agent, please contact Amanda Storm at storma@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1178.
Lilly Mentor
Alumni work in teams with current students and faculty. Combining same interests in the professional fields and /or majors. There are four large sessions on campus and then groups will meet an additional four times at their convenience throughout the year.
Vesper Volunteer
Help with ushering at Advent Vesper’s Services. We would love to have you help us out at this wonderful event. Please contact the Alumni Office if you are willing to help. 612-330-1085.
Alumni Mentoring Program
The Alumni Mentoring Program is an opportunity for students to connect with Augsburg alumni. The students and alumni will form relationships and wrestle with questions surrounding vocation. "Vocation" may mean job-related specifics but also refers to the larger sense of purpose in life.
Please contact Alumni Relations for more information at 612-330-1173 or e-mail stonek@augsburg.edu.Brian Coyle Community Center
Augsburg College has an abiding commitment to its neighborhood. As a college community, we have promised to fill regularly the pantry shelves at the Brian Coyle Community Center in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood. Collection containers are available in the Christensen Center lobby. Basic staples are in high demand at this time, particularly flour, sugar and rice. Thank you for your donations.
