Our Christensen Scholars initiative is part of the Public Leader Scholars programs which offer students a unique opportunity to explore how their worldview/faith(s) shapes them as leaders, as well as build their leadership skills.
There are two Public Leader Scholars opportunities being offered this coming academic year: Christensen Scholars and Interfaith Scholars that students can apply for!
Christensen Scholars BENEFITS:
- Unique opportunities to explore Christian theology & vocation more deeply as a cohort
- Earn upper division credit (4 credits) in religion
- Seminar setting that is small and supportive
- $2,000 scholarship, $1,500 stipend
- Opportunities to develop skills related to theological reflection & vocational discernment
Interfaith Scholars BENEFITS:
- Unique opportunities to explore interfaith study and learn about diverse religious/spiritual/worldview identities as a cohort
- Earn upper division credit (4 credits) in religion
- Seminar setting that is small and supportive
- $2,000 scholarship
- Opportunities to formally develop interfaith leadership skills
If you will be a sophomore, junior, or senior in 2023-2024 you are eligible to apply.
Application are due: FRIDAY FEBRUARY 17TH
If you have questions about the Christensen Scholars program, email Jeremy: myers@augsburg.edu
If you have questions about the Interfaith Scholars program, email Jane: ulringj@augsburg.edu