Upcoming Events
2025 Christensen Symposium
September 17, 2025 from 12:00-1:00pm
Augsburg University, Foss Center, Hoversten Chapel
This year’s Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium, Beyond the Plate: How Two Chefs are Healing the World, will take place on Wednesday, September 17, 12:00–1:00 p.m. in Hoversten Chapel and will feature two acclaimed local chefs.
Minneapolis boasts a world-class restaurant scene, with chefs and establishments consistently recognized among the nation’s best. Two of these chefs stand out not only as culinary innovators but also as social entrepreneurs, community organizers, and changemakers. Join us for a conversation with these visionary leaders as they share their stories and insights on how they are working each day to heal their communities – and our world.
Featuring:
•Chef Lachelle Cunningham of Chelle’s Kitchen, Breaking Bread Cafe, and Healthy Roots Institute
•Chef Sean Sherman of Owamni and NĀTIFS
These chefs will share their stories as chefs and community leaders who put their craft, values, cultures, dreams, and responsibilities into practice everyday through their vocation, profession, and daily lives.
2025 MN Urban Debate League Mayors Challenge – The Great Arctic Debate
September 17, 2025 from 5:00pm-8:15pm
Quincy Hall
The Minnesota Urban Debate League is proud to present its 13th annual fundraiser – the 2025 Mayors Challenge: The Great Arctic Debate, at Quincy Hall on the evening of September 17th, 2025.
Since 2012, our Mayors Challenge event has brought together education advocates from across the Twin Cities to watch our empowering, informative showcase debate. Four debaters who represent MNUDL schools across the Twin Cities will debate issues related to Arctic exploration and development. You get to be the judge, along with experts and VIPs on our panel!
Join our event to enjoy a compelling debate, network with other individuals who care deeply about local education, and support our students. Register today.
Homecoming Weekend
October 2-4, 2025
Augsburg University
Learn more about Homecoming!
Crossings International Conference – Canceled
This event has been canceled.
46th Annual Augsburg University Advent Vespers
December 5 and 6, 2025
Central Lutheran Church, Minneapolis, MN