Revelation and Resurrection in the Christian and Muslim traditions
Campus Chaplain Melinda Pupillo and Dr. Khalil Andani will hold an interfaith discussion about revelation and resurrection in the Christian and Muslim traditions in the context of Easter and the month of Ramadan.
The discussion will touch on the spiritual significance of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, the revelation of the Holy Quran, and Christian and Islamic perspectives on God’s self-revelation to humankind.
Solar panels to provide 10-11% of energy needs
Augustana College has installed nearly 3,500 solar panels in the past year, after a student-initiated task force recommended the project to reduce the carbon footprint.
Augustana pioneers prison education program
Starting this fall, Augustana will offer a four-year degree program for incarcerated men at East Moline Correctional Center.
Taking Control of Your Well-Being
The Learning Commons will a well-being lab, "Taking Control of Your Well-Being."
Community Dialogue
In the wake of the George Floyd verdict, the college will host a Community Dialogue from 1:30-3 p.m. to allow community members to share their thoughts and feelings and listen to those of others.
Prayers in the Midst of Violence
Pastor Melinda Pupillo will lead a candlelighting and chapel service: "Prayers in the Midst of Violence."
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Community Dialogue, 1:30-3 p.m. Friday in Centennial Hall
The purpose of this conversation is to allow community members to share their thoughts and feelings and listen to those of others.
Community Gathering on Viking Plaza
President Steve Bahls, Dr. Monica Smith and Pastor Melinda Pupillo will share perspectives related to the verdict in the George Floyd case and the need to continue to move toward justice.
Moments for pause and reflection will be part of this community experience.
Also, at 8 p.m., Pastor Pupillo will lead a candlelighting and chapel service: "Prayers in the Midst of Violence," in Ascension Chapel.
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Community Dialogue, 1:30-3 p.m. Friday in Centennial Hall
The purpose of this conversation is to allow community members to share their thoughts and feelings and listen to those of others.
Earth Day
Celebrate Earth Day with clubs on the Quad that advocate for worldly clean-up. There will be raffles with prizes such as a hammock, a hiking backpack, and a new 2021 hydro flask.
Events are sponsored by the Multicultural Programming Board, Geography, Geology, and Sierra Club.
Sexual assault prevention listening session
A listening session will be offered that are aimed at combating campus sexual assault.
Tonight's session is especially geared toward international students.
Students will ask questions of the Sexual Assault Prevention Education team on matters concerning bystander intervention, campus policies, Title IX and future partnerships.
This also will be an opportunity for students to become actively involved on campus as potential peer educators and advocates.
The sessions are offered by the Office of Sexual Assault Prevention Education, Office of International Student and Scholar Services, Black Student Union, Asian Student Association, Latinx Unidos and African Student Association.
Sexual assault prevention listening session
Two listening sessions will be offered that are aimed at combating campus sexual assault.
Tonight's session is especially geared toward domestic student and for students who are Black, Indigenous and people of color. (A session for international students will be offered at 8 p.m. April 28 in Hanson 102.)
Students will ask questions of the Sexual Assault Prevention Education team on matters concerning bystander intervention, campus policies, Title IX and future partnerships.
This also will be an opportunity for students to become actively involved on campus as potential peer educators and advocates.
The sessions are offered by the Office of Sexual Assault Prevention Education, Office of International Student and Scholar Services, Black Student Union, Asian Student Association, Latinx Unidos and African Student Association.