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auggie alumni newsFrom the Alumni Board president …Augsburg has a time-honored tradition each yearcalled “Homecoming.” Homecoming is a time of renewal—renewalof friendships, college experiences,and meeting new alumni while taking in the festivities ofthe week.The Augsburg Alumni Board is proud to be part of thisand other events. The year 2010–11 is the year of bringingour alumni closer to the College. Our board membersunderstand this as many of the members of the Alumni Board spent their formativeyears with the College, creating new friends that have passed the test of time.Part of the Alumni Board’s mission is to promote connections among alumnithroughout the year. The board sponsors or participates in many of the events thatbring alumni together. Some of these are:• Alumni awards that recognize Auggies who have made significant contributionsin their fields of work and to the community, who have given service tothe College, and who exemplify the mission and spirit of the College.• Social and business networking opportunities• Educational and enriching speakers• Fun events that promote engagement, such as the Auggie Night at theRaces at Canterbury Park that attracts more than 700 alumni and familymembers each year.These are a few examples of how your Augsburg Alumni Board works for you to bringfun and enjoyment to your extended college experience. The board continues to lookfor ideas to expand our mission of reconnecting alumni to the College, and wewould welcome your feedback on programs you feel would help fulfill our mission.This year promises to be fun with new traditions and events for all. We invite youto pass on the message to recent alumni and alumni from years past. We all havean opportunity to extend our college experience past Commencement. Best wishesto you all as you rekindle your relationship with Augsburg College.Sincerely,JOHN STADLER ’07 MALPRESIDENT OF THE ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONDear fellow alumni,Alumni get involved!Is it your New Year’s resolution to reconnect with oldfriends, network with other Auggies, and have fun?If so, join fellow Auggies at the following alumnievents in 2011.Auggies Give Back: Feed My Starving ChildrenPacking SessionSaturday, January 15, 20119–11 a.m., Coon Rapids, MNEye-Opener Breakfastfeaturing Mark Eustis, CEO, Fairview HealthcareTuesday, January 25, 20117 a.m., Town and Country Club, St. Paul, MNThe Augsburg Centennial Singers Concert TourFebruary 8-20, 2011California and ArizonaStudent and Alumni Networking ReceptionThursday, February 10, 20115:30 p.m., Oren Gateway CenterStrommen Executive Leader Speaker Seriesfeaturing Michele Volpi, CEO, H.B. FullerThursday, April 7, 20115 p.m., Sateren Auditorium, Music HallFor more information on these and other alumnievents go to www.augsburg.edu/alumni.Save the Date!Homecoming 2011October 17–23, 2011Reunion Classes50th reunion—196140th reunion—197125th reunion—198610th reunion—2001If you would like to helpmake your reunion a success,contact the Office of Alumni and Constituent Relationsat 612-330-1085 or alumni@augsburg.edu.Go to www.augsburg.edu/homecoming for updatesand reunion information.Fall 201043