Augsburg University is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award, First Decade Award, and Spirit of Augsburg Award. These outstanding alumni will be recognized at a public ceremony and reception on October 3 as part of Augsburg’s 2025 homecoming and reunion weekend.��

Distinguished Alumni Award

The Distinguished Alumni Award recognizes significant achievement in vocation, for outstanding contribution to church and community, and for a life that exemplifies the ideals and mission of Augsburg University. The 2025 honorees are:

• Susan Allen ’92, attorney and former Minnesota state legislator (Las Vegas, NV)
• Michele Boyer ’89, housing supervisor, The Aliveness Project; director of supportive housing, Clare Housing (Minneapolis, MN)
• Deacon Ross R. Murray, ’00, ’09 MBA, vice president, GLAAD Media Institute; founder and director, The Naming Project (St. Paul, MN)

First Decade Award

The First Decade Award is presented to Augsburg graduates of the past 10 years who have made significant progress in their professional achievements and contributions to the community, and in so doing exemplify the mission of the university. The 2025 honorees are:

• Cristian Baca Perez ’16, DJ, producer, and event promoter (Minneapolis, MN)
• Muna Mohamed ’16, founder and CEO, Kalsoni (Minneapolis, MN)

Spirit of Augsburg Award

The Spirit of Augsburg Award honors alumni and friends of the university who have given exceptional service that contributes substantially to the well-being of Augsburg by furthering its purposes and programs. The 2024 honorees are:

• Mark S. Johnson ’75, PhD, retired city planner, former president of Sonju Motors, volunteer, and philanthropist (Naples, FL)

Learn more about the 2025 alumni award winners.

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But, Augsburg College Homecoming also looks like current students decorating the Minneapolis campus with signs of Auggie spirit, like alumni reconnecting with classmates and favorite faculty members, and like fans cheering on the football team in its attempt to defeat the Bethel Royals.

The 2012 Homecoming week features events for the entire community from September 23 to 29. Current Augsburg students, faculty, and staff can choose from more than a dozen activities happening around campus.

Visit for additional schedule, registration, and alumni information.

Some activities of particular interest to current students, faculty, and staff include:

Student events

Sunday, September 23

7-9 p.m. Student Decorating Contest (Christensen Center)

Monday, September 24

7:30-8:15 p.m. Pep Rally and Coronation (Si Melby Hall Gym)

8:15-8:30 p.m. Fireworks (Murphy Square)

Tuesday, September 25

10 a.m.-2 p.m. Fall 2012 Student Involvement Fair (Christensen Center Lobby)

12-2 p.m. “Minute to Win It” Games (The Commons)

5-7 p.m. “Minute to Win It” Games (The Commons)

Wednesday, September 26

3:30-5 p.m. Ice Cream Sundae Social (Quad)

Thursday, September 27

8-10 p.m. Student Battle of the Bands (Murphy Square)

Friday, September 28

11 a.m.-1 p.m. Student Specialty Lunch (Murphy Square)

9 p.m.-midnight Homecoming Dance (Oren Gateway Center)

Saturday, September 29

11 a.m.-1 p.m. Taste of Augsburg (Murphy Square)

1 p.m. Homecoming Football Game vs. Bethel (Edor Nelson Field)

3:30-6 p.m. Auggie Block Party (Parking Lot K – next to Si Melby Hall)

Faculty and staff events

Monday, September 24

4:30-6 p.m. Dual Hat Reception (Augsburg House)

Tuesday, September 25

7 a.m. Eye-Opener Breakfast (Town & Country Club)

Wednesday, September 26

10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Augsburg Associates Luncheon (Town & Country Club)

4-6 p.m. Sabo Symposium (Hoversten Chapel)

6-8 p.m. MAL 25th Anniversary Celebration (Hoversten Chapel)

Thursday, September 27

7 p.m. Athletic Hall of Fame Ceremony (Hoversten Chapel)

Friday, Friday 28

10-11:30 a.m. Homecoming Convocation (Hoversten Chapel)

12 p.m. Homecoming Convocation Luncheon (The Commons)

4 p.m. Faculty and Faculty Emeriti Meet and Greet (Lindell Library)

4:30-5:30 p.m. Auggie Author Reading (Lindell Library)

Saturday, September 29

8:30-10 a.m. Latina/Latino Alumni Reunion Breakfast (Christensen Center)

9-10 a.m. WEC 30th Anniversary Breakfast (Oren Gateway Center)

10-11 a.m. Best of Augsburg (Sateren Auditorium)

10:30 a.m. Anderson Hall Homecoming 5K (Anderson Hall)

11 a.m.-1 p.m. Taste of Augsburg (Murphy Square)

1 p.m. Homecoming Football Game vs. Bethel (Edor Nelson Field)

3:30-6 p.m. Auggie Block Party (Parking Lot K – next to Si Melby Hall)

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First Decade Award

Adam Seed ’01 [top left]

Adam has been called a man of honor, compassion, and service who lives the mission of Augsburg. After graduating from the Augsburg StepUP® program, Adam completed his bachelor’s degree at Brown University. Over and over again, he has given back to the Augsburg community where he once worked on the grounds crew not just financially but also personally and professionally. He currently works alongside his father and brother in their family real estate investment business in Rhode Island. Adam is a servant leader, which was evident since he first set foot on campus. He dreams big and nurtures his dreams to fruition. Adam and his wife Allison are the proud parents of their daughters Avery and Annika and their son Ashton.

Spirit of Augsburg Award

Norma Noonan [bottom left]

Since arriving at Augsburg in 1966, Norma Noonan has earned a reputation as a supportive and dependable program leader, a conscientious and caring mentor, and a servant leader. She led the Master of Arts in Leadership program, building it to a well-regarded interdisciplinary graduate studies program. A professor of political science, Noonan has also directed the international relations major and explored special interests in Russia, Russian foreign policy, political leadership, and women in leadership. She has directed the Center for Leadership Studies and also initiated the Called to Lead interdisciplinary adventure in blending the spiritual with the practical lives we lead. A frequent Twin Cities speaker on foreign policy and Russia, Noonan has often served as a commentator on Minnesota Public Radio and has authored numerous articles. She recently published a book, Women in Russian Politics and Society, for which she was a major contributor and co-editor.

Arlin Gyberg [top right]

Since 1967, Arlin Gyberg has mentored chemistry students who have become physicians, research scientists, and university professors—as well as a Rhodes Scholar, a Nobel Prize recipient, and a biodiesel entrepreneur. Gyberg was given an Outstanding Educator in America award in 1973 and was selected twice by the graduating class as an honored faculty in the science and mathematics division. He has done consulting, research, and teaching for numerous organizations including 3M, NSP nuclear power plants, the Minnesota prison system, and several educational institutions.

Distinguished Alumni Award

Wayne Jorgenson ’71 [bottom right]

With a degree business administration, Wayne Jorgenson entered the world of finance and now serves as senior vice president of investments at UBS Financial Services. In 1973, Jorgenson was one of the founders of a Civil War re-enactment unit known as the 1st Minnesota Volunteer Infantry, dedicated to preserving the history of the men who actually served in that unit during the War. The re-enactment group has acted as extras in several Civil War productions, including Dances with Wolves, Glory, The North and the South, and The Blue and the Gray. Jorgenson is said to be 100% dedicated to helping his clients protect, manage, and grow their assets and is a perfect blend of highly professional and delightful. He truly loves what he does and it shows in his awards, respect from colleagues, and referrals from satisfied clients.

Gaylord “Corky” Hall ’71 [top center]

Corky Hall is known for his leadership skills. Active in numerous activities while at Augsburg, he especially enjoyed sports, where his leadership skills shined as captain of a football team. He was signed by the Boston Bruins professional hockey club. He later went on to become an extremely successful businessman and entrepreneur, using his skills and training as an executive with General Mills and Carlson Companies. He created and owned several U.S. companies, including U.S. Communications (the nation’s second-largest promotional marketing agency). Later, he was recruited to create a marketing communications agency for Gage Marketing Group, the largest marketing services company in the U.S., after which he founded Hall Batko, a business and brand consultancy. Currently, he is founder and CEO of Stellus Consulting, which guides leadership teams in creating a strategic vision and building relationships that achieve that vision. Hall created the Minnesota Wild brand and has represented George Lucas, Steven Spielberg, and Jim Henson, among others. He is said to be a man who shares his many gifts and who has lived out the Augsburg mission of “education for service.” He conducts himself with the highest integrity, shows courtesy, concern, and respect for others, and is an outstanding community citizen in every respect.

Judith Schaubach ’68 [bottom center]

Early in her career, Judy Schaubach discovered the importance of collective action in educational leadership. As president of the Minnesota Education Association (MEA), she was instrumental in forging an agreement with MEA’s long-time rival, the Minnesota Federation of Teachers. The new organization, Education Minnesota, was the first statewide merger in the nation recognized by both NEA and AFT, and as co-president, Schaubach modeled the spirit of new unionism. This involved organizing efforts for education support professionals, establishment of professional development activists who assess the quality of professional development in school districts, and building coalitions to bring together leaders from all levels of education. Championing the creation of the five-year Schools First! campaign, Schaubach traveled around the state to lead community forums to discuss challenges and opportunities for public schools in each community. She has shown a generation of young education advocates and union activists what can be accomplished with vision, passion, dedication, and commitment to a cause.

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Lately I’m spending a lot of time in the nest because I’ve got a serious case of the bird flu. The last couple weeks I have been watching and listening to the Auggie men’s soccer team and keeping up with all the teams on the .

Oh, and the last couple of days I’ve been reading about Rhodes Scholar, Brian Krohn. I hear you are having “Brian Krohn Day” next Thursday? I might just show up sporting a lab coat!

I’ve also been spending a lot of time on Facebook. It is so addictive! I like posting photos, poking my friends and writing on their walls. The problem is that I’m new to Facebook, and want to get more friends. I would love it if you’d “friend” me. I think that’s what they call it, right? As of November 26, I have 68 friends, but my goal is to have more than JK. She has almost 1,000!

I definitely want to have more friends than the St. Thomas Tommie, and he has 629 friends. We beat them in football, and I know I could have at least as many friends as he has.

Post a message on my or send me a photo. And come back and check out my page from time to time to see what I’m up to and what the Auggies are doing.

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This year, connect with Auggies past and current at the first annual “Auggie Connections” event on Friday evening. And don’t forget to show your Auggie pride at the football game against the Oles. Some highlights of the week include:

Monday, September 22

Homecoming Kick-Off Fireworks Display

Approximately 8:15 p.m., Murphy Park

Thursday, September 25

Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet

5:30-8:30 p.m., Christensen Center, East Commons

Friday, September 26

Homecoming Convocation

10-11 a.m., Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center

President’s Circle Kick-Off

11 a.m., Christensen Center Art Gallery

Introduction of the President’s Circle annual giving society

Homecoming Luncheon

12:30 p.m., Christensen Center Commons

Sabo Center for Citizenship and Learning Colloquium

2 p.m., Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center

The Transformation of Minnesota Politics in the 1970’s: People, Policies, and Progressivism. Alumni Martin Sabo ’59 and Jim Pederson ’56 will lead a conversation among state legislators and others who played a critical role in reforming and transforming Minnesota’s political and governmental landscape during the 1970s.

Auggie Connections

4-8 p.m., Oren Gateway Center

Connect with Auggie alumni and friends at this exciting event! See the complete schedule on the .

Saturday, September 27

Pre-Game Picnic in the Park

11 a.m., Murphy Park

Homecoming Football vs. St. Olaf College

1 p.m., Edor Nelson Athletic Field

Auggie Block Party

3:30 – 7 p.m., 7th Street South between Sverdrup Hall and Lindell Library

All Auggies are invited to conclude Homecoming 2008 at the Block Party! Enjoy live music, brats, games, and more. FREE.

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The week will kick off on Monday, Oct. 8 with a student/faculty ultimate Frisbee game and, later, a coronation/pep rally complete with a fireworks display. Other events taking place throughout the week include the ASAC Variety Show, the infamous Powder Puff football game, campus-wide laser tag, an Auggie block party, and the Homecoming dance.

Third-year student Amanda Chaffin says, “I’m so excited to play in the Powder Puff football game. I think Homecoming is a great opportunity for the first years to meet alumni and mingle with older students so they can see what Auggie spirit is all about.”

To get a full calendar of events for Homecoming 2007, .

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On Thursday, Oct. 11 the Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet will be held from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m., recognizing those who have participated in the long and proud athletic history of Augsburg College.�� The week continues with the Homecoming Convocation on Friday, Oct. 12, beginning at 10 a.m., honoring the Distinguished Alumni, First Decade and Spirit of Augsburg Award recipients. Beginning at 2 p.m.,  a Campaign Celebration and tour of the new Oren Gateway Center will begin.

Saturday ends the week with a full day of events including a Picnic in the Park from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. followed by the Auggies taking on the University of St. Thomas on the Edor Nelson Field beginning at 1 p.m.

An Auggie Block Party follows the football game from 3:30-5:30 p.m. with food, fun and live music.

Keep watching the for a complete list of Homecoming 2007 activities and events.

For general information, contact the Alumni office at 612-330-1085.

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