Dashain Tika ceremony
The Nepali Student Association invites the campus community to join in a Dashain Tika ceremony with dances, performances, Nepali food, and henna.
Dashain is a major Hindu religious festival in Nepal, also celebrated by Hindus elsewhere in the world. In Nepal, it is the biggest festival of the year.
Apple picking trip
Campus Ministries is organizing a trip to Stone's Apple Barn in East Moline for apple picking from 10 a.m.-noon.
Meet in the Bahls Center circle next to the Geosciences building at 10. This is a free event, but you may want to bring extra money if you want to get a snack or make a purchase.
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Reporters join students in water sampling
Media representatives joined Augustana College students and faculty for a water sampling exercise.
Family Tree Software review
The Swenson Swedish Immigration Research Center at Augustana will offer a Family Tree Software review.
Learn about the different brands of genealogy software available, and share what you like about yours.
Sign up by 6 p.m. Oct. 16.
Film: 'Stranger than Fiction'
Augustana Leaders in Vocational Exploration (ALIVE) will show the film "Stranger than Fiction," starring Will Ferrell.
All are welcome to see the film, join a discussion and enjoy a gourmet popcorn bar.
The 2006 fantasy comedy-drama stars Ferrell, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Dustin Hoffman, Queen Latifah, and Emma Thompson. Harold Crick (Ferrell) begins hearing a voice narrating his life – seemingly the text of a novel in which it is stated that he, the main character, will soon die – and he frantically seeks to somehow prevent that ending.
Opening reception: Works by Peter Xiao
An opening reception will be held for "Thingamajigs and Right-Facing Nudes," works by Dr. Peter Xiao of Augustana College.
Artist's statement: "Shown here are my paintings of thingamajigs used up and tossed out daily by us without thought or care, as concrete things — even if nondescript — deserve our attention and building up nowadays, not to mention minute reflections, fleeting, unnamable color tones that shift as if playing games each time one looks at them. The nude studies were made in the company of my doing the same, which explains why they face the same direction, in homage to the tradition, to people who model for artists and to the beauty of the human form. "
Born in Beijing, Dr. Xiao grew up during China’s Cultural Revolution. Since 1989 he has taught drawing and painting at Augustana, and co-chaired Asian Studies. He shows work nationally, occasionally overseas, and now lives with his family in Iowa.
Mr. Augustana
Mr. Augustana is a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society sponsored by Chi Alpha Pi.
This is the 20th year for the annual event. Male contestants perform a dance and a talent, show off their formal and swim wear, and participate in Q&A.
One way to support the American Cancer Society is to buy a Mr. Augustana T-shirt. Shirt orders close Sept. 29.
Tickets will be sold in the Brew Oct. 10-14 and the night of the show. Tickets at $5; receive $2 off the ticket when purchasing the shirt.
8x8 chess club meeting
The 8x8 Chess Club will meet during this time. They will play casual, instructional games, participate in opening/puzzle studies and occasionally hold events ranging from beginner boot camps to tournaments.
Meetings will occur weekly at this time.
Mahjong club
The Mahjong club hosts a tutorial session and competitive play. There will be traditional snacks provided. No experience necessary.