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Introducing our 2022-23 Christensen Scholars!<\/h2>\n

Please check out the students’ bios below to learn more about their hopes for this world and their place in it.<\/p>\n

Up to ten students are selected each academic year to participate in the Christensen Scholars Seminar.\u00a0This program provides a unique opportunity for students to discuss and explore theology, faith, and vocation in a small, supportive cohort. Each Christensen Scholars is also connected with a community-based learning experience designed to enhance this seminar experience. You can learn more about our Christensen Scholars program\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n

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\"Headshot<\/a>Carson Vincent \u201824<\/span><\/h2>\n

Hometown: Amery, WI<\/span><\/p>\n

Major: Biochemistry; Minor: Religion<\/span><\/p>\n

My hope for the world is that I want to live in a world where loving your neighbor is not only preached but practiced. I want to find a career where I feel I am making a positive difference in the lives of others on a daily basis.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Why Augsburg:<\/em> I attended Augsburg’s Youth Theology Institute as a high school student and fell in love with Augsburg as a school and as a community. I come from a small town so I wanted to attend a smaller school in a big city and Augsburg is exactly that.<\/span><\/p>\n

One thing I love to do in my free time:<\/em> Spend time with my cat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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\"Headshot<\/a>Chaltu Bayisa \u201823<\/span><\/h2>\n

Hometown: Saint Paul, MN<\/span><\/p>\n

Major: Social Work; Minor: Leadership Studies<\/span><\/p>\n

My deepest hopes for the world we live in is to see just world. <\/span>The role I want to play in helping that become a reality is to work as social worker.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why Augsburg:<\/em>\u00a0<\/span>I was looking for a school with Social Work, diverse, and inclusive. I applied to Augsburg University early and got admission within a few weeks. Since Augsburg was my first choice, I never finished applying to another school.<\/span><\/p>\n

One thing I love to do in my free time:<\/em> I love cooking or grab a coffee with friends<\/span><\/p>\n

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\"Headshot<\/a>Lorpu Sumo \u201824<\/span><\/h2>\n

Hometown: New Hope, MN<\/span><\/p>\n

Major: Communication Studies; Minor: Spanish<\/span><\/p>\n

One of my deepest hopes is that that the world can be a kind place full of love and hope.\u00a0<\/span>I want to make a positive impact in people’s lives. Big or small.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why Augsburg<\/em>: I applied to Augsburg through the Act Six scholarship. I did not get the scholarship, but I ended up coming to Augsburg. I got lot of positive feedback from people that knew Augsburg. So far, Augsburg has been a great place to be.<\/span><\/p>\n

One thing I love to do in my free time:<\/em> Listen to music<\/span><\/p>\n

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\"Headshot<\/a>Sarah Runck \u201824<\/span><\/h2>\n

Hometown: New Ulm, MN\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Major: Music Therapy<\/span><\/p>\n

My hope for the world is for everyone to look at the good in the world and to live in the present because it is a gift. I want to be that positive influencer who motivates people and helps them to find the good.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>I hope for others to have a positive mindset as well.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Why Augsburg:<\/em> I choose Augsburg because it was one of the only schools that had what I was looking for. I love music and love helping others. I am able to do those things through the many opportunities at Augsburg.<\/span><\/p>\n

One thing I love to do in my free time:<\/em> I like to be outside and do embroidery.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\"Headshot<\/a>Lorraine Wongbi \u201823<\/span><\/h2>\n

Hometown: Ramsey, MN<\/span><\/p>\n

Major: Biopsychology<\/span><\/p>\n

My hope is that the world recognize its fallen condition and need for a Savior, humbly turning itself to God through repentance and putting its faith in Christ. My hope is for godly love, compassion, restoration, and salvation. I am interested in ultimately becoming a traveling physician. My hope is to provide for people in ways beyond that of the medical and truly living a life of servitude of others through Christ.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Why Augsburg:<\/em> Augsburg was interestingly the last school on my potential attendance list, but wound up being the school with the best financial package. I love the institution’s small size and that it is close, yet far enough away from my home as I have been able to experience personal growth and independence. I actually believe the Lord led me to this place.<\/span><\/p>\n

One thing I love to do in my free time:<\/em> From time to time, I enjoy expanding on my Spanish speaking skills.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\"Headshot<\/a>Aaron Puent \u201823<\/span><\/h2>\n

Hometown: La Crosse, WI<\/span><\/p>\n

Major: Religion with concentration in Global Religions and Interfaith Study<\/span><\/p>\n

I hope that the world might choose to look at the things that make people similar rather than act negatively toward the things that make us different.\u00a0<\/span>I want to contribute to the theological side of this goal and help connect people of different traditions or denominations.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why Augsburg:<\/em> I wanted a smaller school, and I was looking to move away from home. I also wanted to experience a Lutheran perspective in my religion courses.<\/span><\/p>\n

One thing I love to do in my free time:<\/em> I enjoy reading in my free time.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\"Headshot<\/a>Emma Scherrer \u201823<\/span><\/h2>\n

Hometown: Traer, Iowa<\/span><\/p>\n

Major: Music Therapy; Minor: Psychology<\/span><\/p>\n

My deepest hopes are that we take good better care of our planet and that people would be more genuinely kind to each other. <\/span>I try my best each day to live in the moment and try not to think too hard about the harsh realities of the world. I focus on the good I can put into the world by being kind to the people around me in my life.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why Augsburg:<\/em> I wanted to go explore the world beyond my small town. I really enjoyed Minneapolis and wanted to try out life in a big city. Augsburg is one of few colleges with a good music therapy program.<\/span><\/p>\n

One thing I love to do in my free time:<\/em> I love to put on music and dance.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\"Headshot<\/a>Mercy Zou Taithul \u201823<\/span><\/h2>\n

Hometown: Northeast, India<\/span><\/p>\n

Major: Psychology; Minor: Health Education<\/span><\/p>\n

One of my deepest hope for the world is better health care and love each other. I want to help make that a reality b<\/span>y building\/giving a home to Senior and Orphans. Support them to go school and give them a proper care, it can be with medication as needed and\/or share about the Gospel.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Why Augsburg:<\/em> I got a scholarship from church through partnering with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). Out of 6 University that I applied, Augsburg is the first to accept my application. And according to the review, its a good, diverse community with friendly people. So, I ended choosing Augsburg.<\/span><\/p>\n

One thing I love to do in my free time:<\/em> <\/span>Writing Bible with my hand, gym, walking, or cooking a chilling.<\/span><\/p>\n

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