The inauguration theme, "Ages of Imagination," is found in a poem by William Blake, which imagines limitless dreams made possible by the power of belief.

Over the four days of inaugural events, Augsburg will celebrate its calling as a college, imagining its future around the themes of "AGES"—abundance, generosity, engagement, and service. A variety of activities will encourage and involve the Augsburg community on campus, in our neighborhood and city, around the country, and around the world.

On Friday, Oct. 20, everyone is especially invited to the Festival Service that will take place in Hoversten Chapel at 10:30 a.m., with The Rev. Dr. Robin Lovin preaching and ELCA Bishop Mark Hanson '68 presiding.

The Inauguration Ceremony, open to the public, will take place that afternoon at 2 p.m., in Melby Hall, with Bishop Mark Hanson presiding. President Pribbenow’s inaugural address will be "Thanksgiving." At 3:30 p.m. a Community Celebration will take place on Urness Lawn.