Homecoming
Event Schedule and Registration
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Monday, September 24
Dual Hat Reception
4:30–6 p.m.
Augsburg House
Augsburg alumni who are currently working at the College are invited to enjoy a reception at the Augsburg House in honor of their continued service.
Tuesday, September 25
Eye-Opener Breakfast
7 a.m.
Town & Country Club
300 North Mississippi Boulevard
St. Paul, MN 55104
Encountering Science in Story and Tradition Enjoy the first Eye-Opener Breakfast of the year featuring Eric Jolly, president of the Science Museum of Minnesota and a current member of the Augsburg Board of Regents. This series allows alumni and friends to network and learn about current issues in our community. Sponsored by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Central Minnesota Regional Financial Office.
Wednesday, September 26
Augsburg Associates Luncheon
10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
Town & Country Club
300 North Mississippi Boulevard
St. Paul, MN 55104
To Inspire Peacemaking
Can we really inspire peacemaking? Maureen Reed, executive director of the Nobel Peace Prize Forum, will speak about the history of the Forum, its exciting future, and what it means that Augsburg College is the permanent co-host of the annual event.
Martin Olav Sabo Symposium
4 – 5:30 p.m.
Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center
“Neighborhood Social Mix: What Do We Know and What Should We Do?” Special guest George Galster, Clarence Hilberry Distinguished Professor of Urban Affairs, Wayne State Univ, Detroit, will speak about issues related to neighborhood sprawl including dynamics, threshold points, and affordable housing.
MAL 25th Anniversary Celebration
6:15 p.m.
Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center
Celebrate 25 years of distinct leadership and participate in an interactive discussion on the topic of leadership in the 21st century with Garry Hesser, MAL professor and Sabo Chair of Citizenship and Learning.
Thursday, September 27
Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
7 p.m.
Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center
Celebrate Augsburg athletics, honor the 2012 Augsburg Athletic Hall of Fame inductees, and recognize alumni who have contributed to the advancement of the College through athletics.
2012 Hall of Fame Inductees:
Kurt Habeck ’91
Wrestling
Meg Schmidt Sawyer ’00
Women’s Hockey/Softball
Timothy Tousignant ’91
Wrestling
Jack Grengs ’88
Baseball
Allan Berg ’68
Football/Men’s Basketball
Jennifer Coyle Rhoads ’97
Softball
John Evans ’82
Men’s Hockey
Anne Richter ’86
Volleyball/Softball
2012 Coaching of Excellence Awards:
Larry Hoff ’66
Football
Timothy Theisen ’93
Basketball
Friday, September 28
Auggie Maroon Day
Join Auggies from around the world by wearing your Augsburg apparel and proclaiming your Auggie pride! Post your pictures on Auggie Eagle’s Facebook page!
50th Reunion Breakfast
9 a.m.
Arnold Atrium, Foss Center
Members of the class of 1962 can enjoy breakfast and the opportunity to reminisce and reconnect with former classmates.
Silver Auggie Reunion Breakfast
9 a.m.
Green Room, Foss Center
Members of the class of 1961 and earlier can reminisce and reconnect with former classmates. A group photo will be taken at this multi-class reception.
Homecoming Convocation with Distinguished Alumni Awards
10–11:30 a.m.
Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center
Come to honor and recognize the First Decade, Spirit of Augsburg, and Distinguished Alumni Award winners.
This year, we are pleased to honor the following alumni:
First Decade Award:
Joyce Miller ’02, ’05 MAN, ’11 DNP
Spirit of Augsburg Award:
Dale Hanka ’60
Dick “Pork Chop” Thompson ’61
Distinguished Alumni Award:
Bruce Brekke ’70
Richard Ekstrand ’72
John Selstad ’67
The program will include special music to honor the life and legacy of music professor Robert Karlén.
Homecoming Campus Tours
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Welcome Desk, Christensen Center
Enjoy a 60-minute student-led walking tour highlighting campus architecture, history, and updates. Tours will begin at the Welcome Desk in the Christensen Center.
Homecoming Convocation Luncheon
12 p.m.
Dining Commons, Christensen Center
Enjoy fellowship as we continue to celebrate our alumni award winners as well as the 50-Year Club inductees from the class of 1962.
Homecoming Campus Tours
1:30–4:30 p.m.
Welcome Desk, Christensen Center
Enjoy a 60-minute student-led walking tour highlighting campus architecture, history, and updates. Tours will begin at the Welcome Desk in the Christensen Center.
50th Reunion Ceremony
2–3 p.m.
Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center
Honoring the class of 1962, the 50th reunion ceremony inducts the classmates into the Augsburg 50-Year Club. A class photo will be taken following the ceremony.
Faculty and Faculty Emeriti Meet and Greet
4 p.m.
Lindell Library
Reconnect with faculty from your time at Augsburg College and meet current faculty from a variety of departments. Refreshments will be served.
Auggie Author Book Reading
4:30–5:30 p.m.
Lindell Library
Author Anne Panning ’88 will share an excerpt from her new novel Butter, a coming-of-age tale set against the backdrop of small-town Minnesota during the 1970s. Refreshments will be served.
Auggie Hours
6–9 p.m.
Republic at Seven Corners
Augsburg Young Alumni and 10th Reunion, 25th Reunion, and 30th Reunion will come together for an all-out Homecoming bash! Enjoy complimentary appetizers and your first beverage provided by the Alumni Association. Republic (formerly Sgt. Preston’s) is located at 221 Cedar Ave. S., Minneapolis 55454.
Cabaret Singers Reunion
6:30 p.m.
Arnold Atrium, Foss Center
Former Augsburg Cabaret members— and even groupies—come and sing the night away! Bring any pictures, programs, or outfits to share. Refreshments will be served.
Saturday, September 29
Latino/Latina Alumni Reunion Breakfast
8:30–10 a.m.
Christensen Center
Reconnect with the Augsburg Latina/o alumni community at this special “breakfast with a mission.” We will explore ways to support current Latina/o students by identifying scholarship, mentoring, and community resource opportunities.
40th Reunion Breakfast
9–11 a.m.
Christensen Center
Members of the class of 1972 can reminisce and reconnect with former classmates. The class photo will be taken at this event.
WEC 30th Anniversary Breakfast
9–10 a.m.
Oren Gateway Center Lobby
Join Augsburg Weekend College alumni, faculty, and friends as we celebrate three decades of transformative education. The celebration will include updates from WEC alumni and distinguished faculty. Come enjoy the opportunity to reconnect with former classmates and meet current students.
Best of Augsburg
10–11 a.m.
Sateren Auditorium, Music Hall
Rediscover what it is like to be in the classroom and hear a brief lecture from two of Augsburg’s outstanding faculty members: Darcey Engen ’88 (theater arts) and James Vela-McConnell (sociology).
Homecoming Campus Tours
10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Welcome Desk, Christensen Center
Enjoy a 60-minute student-led walking tour highlighting campus architecture, history, updates, and additions. Tours will begin at the Welcome Desk in the Christensen Center.
Anderson Hall Homecoming 5K Fun Run
10:30 a.m.
Anderson Hall
Run (or walk) a scenic 5K route through Augsburg’s surrounding community. Dress up in your Auggie gear and bring your school spirit to this family-friendly event.
Taste of Augsburg
11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Murphy Park
Bring your family and share in the festivities, food, and memories with alumni and Augsburg students, faculty, and staff. The event includes carnival- style booths operated by student groups, alumni, and local restaurants, as well as games, inflatable bounce houses, and fun for the whole family.
A-Club Game Watch Reception
1 p.m.
Kennedy Center, Room 303-305
All A-Club members are welcome to watch the football game in the Jeroy Carlson A-Club suite. Join us to celebrate the 1987 championship Auggie baseball team during the game. Refreshments will be served.
Homecoming Football Game vs. Bethel University
Edor Nelson Field
1 p.m.
Cheer on the Auggie football team as they take on the Bethel Royals!
Auggie Block Party
3:30–6 p.m.
Parking Lot K, next to Si Melby Hall
Enjoy live music, barbeque fare, reunions, and more. Performances by “Now! That’s What I Call a Cover Band. Volume II,” featuring Seth Lienard ’11, Aren Olson ’11, Wade Wojcik ’11, and guests.
Sunday, September 30
Alumni Baseball Game
12 p.m.
Parade Stadium
Hotel and Parking Information
Holiday Inn Metrodome
1500 Washington Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55454
1-800-448-3663
Walking distance to Augsburg (6 blocks). Ask for the Augsburg Homecoming rate of $105/night.
Parking Information
Visitor parking permits are required during the weekdays, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Parking will be available without a permit during Friday evening and Saturday’s events in Lots A, C, D, G, J, and L. Overflow parking will be available in the Fairview Yellow ramp at the posted validated rates.
Getting to campus
Due to construction, portions of Riverside Avenue will be closed. Please allow extra time for travel and parking. For recommended alternative routes to campus, go to www.augsburg.edu/about/map.html.