Around the Quad

On the Spot: Jeanne Boeh

When Super Bowl LII came to Minneapolis in February, an estimated 125,000 people descended on the Twin Cities for the big game. But where did they stay? How did… more >

Distinguished Teaching and Learning Award winners

Distinguished Teaching and Learning Award winners Augsburg annually recognizes individuals who have made exemplary contributions to creating an engaging academic environment. The 2018 recipients of the Distinguished Contributions to Teaching… more >

The Nobel Peace Prize Forum—Minneapolis

The Nobel Peace Prize Forum—Minneapolis will mark its 30th anniversary in September. Hosted and presented by Augsburg University, the Forum is a platform to educate and inspire a new… more >

Pribbenow appointed to Governor’s Workforce Development Board

Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton has appointed Augsburg University President Paul Pribbenow to a three-year term on the Governor’s Workforce Development Board. The board represents key leaders from business… more >

Treasures in the science labs

Augsburg’s new Norman and Evangeline Hagfors Center for Science, Business, and Religion features 24 labs and 6,000 square feet of student-faculty research facilities. In the process of… more >

Augsburg launches #LoveLocalWater Initiative

Augsburg University is phasing out the use of bottled water to demonstrate a commitment to consume local tap water readily available to everyone on campus. Augsburg’s Environmental Stewardship Committee… more >

Interfaith Touchdown

This winter, as the world’s attention focused on Minneapolis and U.S. Bank Stadium during Super Bowl LII, Augsburg also took a turn in the spotlight. Faith leaders from… more >

Augsburg continues to be top producer of U.S. Fulbright students

In February, the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs listed Augsburg University as one of the top U.S. colleges and universities in producing… more >

Following creative whims

Described by National Public Radio as “a singer, rapper, poet, author, speaker, and all-around mogul,” renowned recording artist Dessa visited Augsburg University this spring to engage students and community… more >

Curb appeal

Making history visible

In the basement of Wilson Library at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, a team of researchers is working to map the history of racial segregation in Minneapolis. The group… more >

University awards 2017

Augsburg University is consistently recognized for excellence. This year’s accolades include: Best Regional Universities: U.S. News & World Report again named Augsburg among the best universities in the… more >

Augsburg awarded $475,000 to infuse sustainability in university life

Augsburg University has new opportunities to live out its commitment to sustainability on campus, in the community, and among institutional partners thanks to nearly half a million dollars in new… more >

Thousands of Auggies. One Augsburg.

Augsburg’s 2017 Homecoming celebration was held October 12–14, a festive weekend when alumni, students, and community members took part in more than 35 events, including reunions for the… more >

Board of Regents welcomes new members

At its September meeting, the Augsburg Corporation elected four additional members to the Board of Regents and re-elected three currently serving members. In addition, in accordance with the bylaws… more >