Mapping Swedish Migration in the Quad Cities
Dr. Chris Strunk, Augustana College associate professor of geography, will present "Mapping Swedish Migration in the Quad Cities: Teaching Cultural Geography with the Swenson Swedish Immigration Research Center."
His talk is part of the Lunchtime Lecture Series highlighting the work of scholars using materials in the Swenson Center library and archive.
The spring 2021 series features speakers who have been past recipients of the center's visiting scholar award and faculty research stipend. They highlight the depth and breadth of academic work done regarding Sweden and Swedish-America.
Lectures will include a Q&A session. Those who register will receive a Zoom link by email.
L.O.V.E. formal
Students that are looking for a smaller sisterhood and want to learn more about the pledging process of Ladies of Vital Essence (L.O.V.E.) are invited to their formal from 7-8:30 p.m. They will go over the pledging process and encourage participants to get to know each other.
Food will be provided in to-go containers.
Sunday Church
Sunday Worship is led by Pastor Melinda Pupillo, campus chaplain. Expect music, a short message, communion and a time to connect with other students. All are welcome.
Pre-Health Club
The Pre-Health Club will hold a virtual meeting to discuss upcoming opportunities for students interested in any of the pre-health fields.
Also, the club will offer a workshop on how to create a professional resume for the health care fields. Contact Ryan Sorenson or Haider Ali for more information about the workshop.
Pre-Health Club
The Pre-Health Club will hold virtual meetings today and Tuesday to discuss upcoming opportunities for students interested in any of the pre-health fields.
Also, the club will offer a workshop on how to create a professional resume for the health care fields. Contact Ryan Sorenson or Haider Ali for more information about the workshop.
Pop-up worship service
Augustana Campus Ministries will hold pop-up worship services this semester around campus. All services begin at 4 p.m.
Today's theme is a Celtic earth mass.
Palm Sunday service
Augustana Campus Ministries will hold a Palm Sunday service with Communion. Palm branches will be provided. Gather in the Founders courtyard to process to Ascension Chapel for the service.
Blood drive
The American Red Cross is hosting a blood drive sponsored by Mortar Board. All donors will receive a free T-shirt (and $10 gift card by email) while supplies last.
The Red Cross is testing all blood donations for COVID-19 antibodies. This could indicate a previous exposure to the virus or antibodies built up from receiving a vaccination. If results are positive, then your donation could be used as a convalescent plasma product to help treat hospitalized COVID-19 patients. Results are shared within 1-2 weeks.
Donors are encouraged to schedule appointments.
Award positions Ehrlich among top string teachers in Illinois
No one was surprised, especially current and former students, when Dr. Janina Ehrlich received the 2020 Outstanding Studio Teacher award from the Illinois chapter of the American String Teachers Association.
Pop-up worship service
Augustana Campus Ministries will hold pop-up worship services this semester around campus. All services begin at 4 p.m.
Today's theme is "Asking Questions."
Upcoming dates
March 28 — Palm Sunday, Ascension Chapel, Founders Hall
April 25 — Celtic Earth Mass, Hanson Hall, Room 337
May 16 — Outdoor closing worship, Anderson Pavilion outside the Brunner Theatre Center