The Sankofa series is a community gathering and conversation on the recently published book, Towards an African Education: Selected Writings on the Education and Development of Children of African Heritage edited by Mahmoud El-Kati. In this publication, ten educators-scholars-activists share their enlightening, relevant and thought-provoking essays on this topic. The event will be keynoted by Haki Madhubuti, founder of Third … Continue reading "Sankofa Series"

2020 Augsburg MLK Convocation Monday, January 20, 2020 1:00pm – 3:00pm Chapel Dr. John S Wright.: “Where Do We Go From Here: Chaos or Community? John S. Wright is the Morse-Amoco Distinguished Teaching Full Professor of African American & African Studies and English at the University of Minnesota. Wright, who was born in Minneapolis, earned … Continue reading "Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Convocation"

Augsburg University Virtual Annual Martin Luther King Jr. commencement is on January 18th, 2021, from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. The virtual gathering will include student and alumni performances. Our theme is 'Art is Activism and Healing.' There will be a small art gallery in the library and the Christensen Center on the first floor. This … Continue reading "Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. Commencement"