Yearly Archives: 2025
A crisis of academic leadership? Pribbenow responds in the Chronicle of Higher Education
In a September 12 commentary for the Chronicle of Higher Education, Augsburg University President Paul Pribbenow argues for the public purposes of higher education in response to a speech delivered… more >
River Semester sets sail
In the fall of 2015, a hardy crew started paddling down the Mississippi for a learning adventure that took “experiential learning” to a new level—Augsburg’s first River Semester… more >
Congratulations to Auggies named to the 2025 summer semester Dean’s List
More than 100 Augsburg University undergraduate students were named to the 2025 Summer Semester Dean’s List. The Augsburg University Dean’s List recognizes those full-time students who have… more >
Alumni Class Notes, Fall 2025
1970s 1970 Ray Hanson ’70 volunteers with the Junior Achievement STEM program in high schools across Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, and with both Blessing of Hope and Calvary Care food bank… more >
‘Love Thy Neighbor’
Students celebrate the start of the academic year at Campus Ministry’s annual block party. … more >
Matt Entenza to receive Champion Award at 2025 Mayors Challenge
13th Annual Minnesota Urban Debate League Event Highlights Arctic Policy Former Minnesota state representative Matt Entenza has been named the 2025 Champion of Change by the Minnesota Urban Debate League… more >
In ‘Hungry for Hope,’ young adults address the church
August 28 is publication day for a new book that shares the wisdom, dreams, and frustrations of young adults with the church. “Hungry for Hope: Letters to the Church From… more >
Augsburg University announces 2025 alumni awards
Augsburg University is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award, First Decade Award, and Spirit of Augsburg Award. These outstanding alumni will be recognized at a… more >
Augsburg honored for supporting transfer students
For a fourth consecutive year, Augsburg University is one of 251 colleges and universities nationwide that have been named to the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society 2025 Transfer Honor Roll… more >
Star Tribune highlights funding uncertainty for federal TRIO programs
Augsburg University Assistant Professor of Psychology Gisel Suarez Bonilla ’18 and TRIO McNair Scholars Program Director Maria “Tina” Tavera were recently interviewed by the Minnesota Star Tribune… more >
TIAA Institute Report: How Universities Serve Society in Turbulent Times
Paul Pribbenow was one of 15 college and university presidents interviewed for a recent research report by the TIAA Institute on how universities serve society in turbulent times. The study… more >
From Interpreter to Physician Assistant: Sahan Journal Highlights Muhiyadin Aden ’24
Muhiyadin “Mo” Aden ’24 MSPAS worked his way up from a starting position as a casual Somali interpreter to head of Hennepin County Medical Center’s… more >
Augsburg University Corpse Flower Blooms
Update as of June 16, 2025 The giant corpse flower is currently blooming. Free public viewing is available on Wednesday, July 16, until 9 p.m. in the Augsburg University… more >
Notes from President Pribbenow: Eyes on a longer horizon
Each year, in my opening convocation address to our new students, I point out that, though much has changed in Augsburg’s 150-plus-year history, there are values that… more >
Everyone’s Pastor
On the Spot Q&A with University Pastor Babette Chatman ’06Few people on campus are as radiant as University Pastor Babette Chatman ’06. Her heart for the Augsburg community is revealed through her strong hugs, easy smiles, and gentle prayers… more >