AUGSBURG sEMINARY 17 'course includes the use of, logarithms, the solution of triangles and trigonometrical equations and identities. Some time will be devoted to the solution of practical problems. 45 periods. Freshman II. BOTANY. An elementary study of plant morphology, plant physio— logy and... Show moreAUGSBURG sEMINARY 17 'course includes the use of, logarithms, the solution of triangles and trigonometrical equations and identities. Some time will be devoted to the solution of practical problems. 45 periods. Freshman II. BOTANY. An elementary study of plant morphology, plant physio— logy and ecology, including such topics as the seed and its 7 germination, growth and function of roots, stem, buds, leaves etc.; the flower and its organs, pollination, fruit; a micro- scopical study of plant structure; classification of plants, the struggle for existence and general distribution of plants. Bergen’s Elements of Botany is used as text-book, supple- mented by botanical charts. 5 times a week. Third Prepar— atory, II term. GEOGRAPHY. Course I. Mathematical, and political geography of the American continent, with special reference to the United States. Considerable emphasis is laid on the study of physi- cal conditions and natural resources, pointing out how they determine the distribution of inhabitants, growth of indus— tries, and the peculiar character of social institutions. Tarr and McMurry’s Complete Geography is used as text—book, supplemented by lectures, collateral reading, re- ports, and map-drawing. 4 times a week. First Preparatory I and II. Course II. Descriptive, political and commercial geo- graphy of the Old World. The Scandinavian countries, espe- cially Norway, are studied more in detail. The course in- cludes a final review of the industrial activitiy of the leading countries, and a statistical survey of the area, population, and principal products of foreign countries as compared with the United States. Text—book, Tarr and McMurry’s Complete Geography, supplemented by geographical readers, reports and lectures. Considerable attention is given to map-drawing. 4 times a week. Second Preparatory 1. Course III. Physical Geography, comprising a study of the earth as a globe, the atmosphere, the ocean, the lands, plains and plateaus, mountains, volcanos; rivers, lakes and valleys; deserts and glaciers, shorelines, the distribution of organic forms, and the influence of geographic surroundings on human life and character. Davis’ Elementary Physical Geography is used as text- book, supplemented by references to the U. S. Geological Survey, the Geological Survey of Minnesota, and other standard works. A collection of rocks and minerals, fOSSils, etc., are always at hand for illustration. 4 times a week. Second Preparatory H. r Show less
HUbbEfiU‘HG fifiiL-LEE .fIiC'railJ-ES v 4- s , /'\' “Yv— AUGSBURG SEMINARY 5 INTRODUCTORY. The aim of Augsburg Seminary is the education of ministers, qualified for work in a free Lutheran Church. As soon as a young man enters Augsburg Seminary, he at once finds himself surrounded by religious... Show moreHUbbEfiU‘HG fifiiL-LEE .fIiC'railJ-ES v 4- s , /'\' “Yv— AUGSBURG SEMINARY 5 INTRODUCTORY. The aim of Augsburg Seminary is the education of ministers, qualified for work in a free Lutheran Church. As soon as a young man enters Augsburg Seminary, he at once finds himself surrounded by religious influences, tending to lead him and guide him in his intellectual development and his spiritual growth, so'that during those precious years of youthful enthusiasm he may by earnest study and religious consecration become fitted and strengthened for the hard work and self—sacrificing life of a Christian minister. The example of the Master him— self and his first devoted followers is daily set before the students in order that they may become imbued with the Truth and its saving power, and be filled with the desire to declare it before all men in order to satisfy the greatest wants of the human soul. Spiritual life and Christian oharacter are considered of infinitely higher importance than mere knowledge. No amount of reading, no memorizing of facts, no mental or intellectual ability are of any real value to the Christian minister without personal experience of saving grace and firm and manly conviction of the truth as it is in Jesus. At the same time there is needed the most thorough study of the Word of God, and no branch of human knowledge which may prepare the student for his special work, or be helpful to him in it, can be considered indifferent. It is also an essential principle of Augsburg Seminary, that no so-called higher education which tends to develop aristocratiCal or hierarchical tendencies among the stud— ents, is Christian in character or in accordance with the highest interests of a free people and its institutions. It is necessary always to retain the Christian conception of true greatness: “‘Whosoever will be chief among you, let him be your servant,” and not use higher education as a means of introducing any caste-division among the people and especially of causing any estrangement be— tween ministers and the believers in the church. Show less
10 AUGSBURG SEMINARY ents in the upper classes who desire exercise in order to build up their general health. SOCIETIES. Several societies aside from those for debating, which form a part of the regular work in every class, have. been organized. Among these are: The Student’s Union, which meets... Show more10 AUGSBURG SEMINARY ents in the upper classes who desire exercise in order to build up their general health. SOCIETIES. Several societies aside from those for debating, which form a part of the regular work in every class, have. been organized. Among these are: The Student’s Union, which meets the last Friday of each month; _ The Augsburg Medical Aid Society, organized in 1879, is an organization for the mutual aid of members in case of sickness. It has charge of the bathrooms. Students who room at the Seminary and pay a fee of 50 cents per semester may become members, and as such they are entitled to free use of the baths, and, in case of sick— ness, to free medical attendance, provided, that no student may receive aid exceeding $15 in any one school year; _ A missionary society, organized in 1885, which has awakened among the students a remarkable interest both in Home and Foreign Missions; Idun Library Association; The Prohibition League, which meets once a week. THE AUGSBURG BAND was organized in 1904 and now consists of 21 members. During the first year of its existence it made fine progress and awakened an interest in instrumental music which is still increasing. Nearly all the members remained to the end of the term and thus kept the organization intact. Boys who play band instruments, brass or reed, and who come to Augsburg next year, will stand a good chance to become members and thus add also to their musical edu— cation. AUGSBURG ECHO is published monthly by the students and is edited by a Board elected by them. The subscription price is 50 cents per year in advance. ALUMNI ASSOCIATION. The Augsburg Seminary Alumni Association held its first meeting in May, 1891. Its annual meeting is heid the day following commencement. The .‘Xssociation aims to unite the graduates and keep up their interest in their Alma Mater. Show less
14: AUGSBURG SEMINARY LATIN. The Latin language is studied, first on account of its great influence on English language and literature, and secondly becauSe of its precision and accuracy, which give excellent opportunity for grammatical discipline. The student is drilled thoroughly on inflections,... Show more14: AUGSBURG SEMINARY LATIN. The Latin language is studied, first on account of its great influence on English language and literature, and secondly becauSe of its precision and accuracy, which give excellent opportunity for grammatical discipline. The student is drilled thoroughly on inflections, word formation, and syntax, and special attention is given to words that have been adopted into English. The aim, on the whole, is to make the study of Latin, not a mere accomplishment, but a useful discipline which may be of practical advantage to the student in his future work. The following courses are offered:— Course I. Elementary. Bennett’s Latin Lessons and Bennett’s Latin Grammar. 5 times a week. Sophomore I and II. Course II. Selections from Roman History, Viri Romae, Nepcrs, and Caesar. Rolfe and Dennison’s Junior Latin Book. Bennett’s Grammar, and Bennett’s Latin Composi- tion. 5 times a week. Junior I ,and II. Course III. Cicero: Selections from the Orations, with special Study of Roman oratory. Review of grammar. Ben- nett’s Latin Composition completed. Lectures on Roman Literature. 5 times a Week. Senior I and II. NORWEGIAN LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE. The aim of the six year’s course in Norwegian is to teach students to read, write and speak the language cor— rectly and fluently and get a general and thorough knowledge of the history of Danish and Norwegian literature. Course I. Study of the sentence and the parts of speech, dictation, reading. 5 times a week. First Preparatory I and II. Course II. Syntax, dictation, reading. 5 times a week. Second Preparatory I and IL Course III. Review of Grammar, orthography, dictation, composition work (translation, paraphrasing, etc), analysis. 5 times a week. Freshman I and II. Course IV. Rhetoric, compositions—Tonnesen’s Larebog i Norsk Stil. Part II, used as text book. Critical reading of standard authors. 4 times a week. Sophomore I and II. Course V. Compositions, critical reading of standard authors of Danish and Norwegian Literature. 3 times a week. Junior I and II. Course VI. History of Danish and Norwegian Literature. Reading of Authors. 2 times a week. Senior I and II. HISTORY. This most important study is followed through the whole preparatory and college curriculum, and at every point special Show less
18 AUGSBURG SEMINARY PHYSICS. Elementary physics, including recitations, solution of problems, and practical demonstrations of the fundamental laws of nature. Carha’rt and Chute’s High School Physics is uSed text book, supplemented by other work on the subject. The el'emem-ary principles of... Show more18 AUGSBURG SEMINARY PHYSICS. Elementary physics, including recitations, solution of problems, and practical demonstrations of the fundamental laws of nature. Carha’rt and Chute’s High School Physics is uSed text book, supplemented by other work on the subject. The el'emem-ary principles of mechanics, sound, light, heat, mag- netism and electricity, are verified by simple experiments in the laboratory. 5 times a week. Third Preparatnry land II. PHYSIOLOGY. A general course in anatomy, physlnlwéy and hygiene: including an elementary Study m?- cells and tissues. The diges- tivea circulatory. resPEram-ry and nervous systems are care—r full)" studied. The laws of health are disuussecl, the igrim being to point out El'M‘lSmfll‘lIl}? the crew—clay applicatinns Hi the principles of physinlngy. “(alleges Revised Physiology is used as textwbnek, supplemented by maeikin. charts, sketches and 'rmmral specimens used for illustrativms: pole lateral reading and lectures. 5 times a week. Third Fre— paratory I. RELIGION. Augsburg Seminary is Strictly a religiuus institution-t founded and supper-ted ll]: Christian men and wnmm for the distinct purpose {if educating. ministers fit for the work in free Lutheran churches. And as all those interested in the institution firmly believe that Christian expefience is the one thing needed for all men, and that gfldliness is profitable 1mm all things. so they consider religious iii-Structian pas necesssn' and essential to a sound and. safe development of a young man, especially at college. At Augsburg Seminary, therefme. there are not only regular dm’atlfln‘al exercises; prayer meetings! missionary meetings. ere... but religious ins stinttioii farms an essential part of each at the courses (3,”? the seminary. It begins in the let Preparerury Class with a5 review of the Explanation of Luther’s Catechism and the small Bible Iii-Story so well known in all Norwegian, homes and churches because used asz-tcxt books in Lutheran Sunday schools and in the cutlfirmmicm classes. Tacit bucks and instruction are- in‘ Nbrwegian. In the 2nd Preparatory Class is used ‘a larger book an Bible History so as. If} give the students a better idea til the way rilf find and the divine rearek atinn in its Sueressive development. Text hook and memes titan in nrwegiafi. 1n. the 3rd Prepareth Class the "religle Otis instruction is in English and as rent: bfiflk- is used the Explanation ml Luther’s catechism (English tfsn’sla’titm by Prof. Urseth). the idea being.- tu review this simple and yet pmfmmrl representatinn, at the way of. salvation and at the same time familiarise the students with the religi‘aus term: in the English laflguage; ' ' In the Greek Department, the religinus histructicin consists first in studying Bible History in English in‘ the 151‘. élass; Show less
8 A AUGSBURG SEMINARY GENERAL INFORMATION. \ COURSES OF STUDY. Augsburg Seminary now has three departments: :1. preparatory of three years, in which the common practical branches are taught; a classical of four years, leading to the degree of B. A.; and a theological of three years. DISCIPLINE.... Show more8 A AUGSBURG SEMINARY GENERAL INFORMATION. \ COURSES OF STUDY. Augsburg Seminary now has three departments: :1. preparatory of three years, in which the common practical branches are taught; a classical of four years, leading to the degree of B. A.; and a theological of three years. DISCIPLINE. The discipline is exercised in a Christian spirit. The spiritual welfare of the students is considered of the highesz inmortmice. Religious services are held every morning in the Seminary Chapels Prayer meetings are held every Saturday evening and Sunday morning. TERMS OF ADMISSION. Students are admitted to the Preparatory department without examination. Those desiring to enter the Greek department or classical course must pass a satisfactory- examination or have certificates issued by recognized schools. Candidates for admission to the Theological Department must furnish evidence of moral character and Christian experience. All applications for admission to the preparatory or elassieal courses are made to the Pres- ident, for the Theological 'lfijal‘tfl‘ififlt to the Board of Directors and the Theological Faculty. EXPENSES. The expenses for one year are about as follows: Tuition, $15 per term, including room rent. No deduction is made to students rooming out- 7 side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . “$30.00 Board at $2.00 a week for 30 weeks . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00 Books, etc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 25.00 $115.00; Incidentals.—Each student deposits on entrance a fee of two dollars for incidental expenses. What is not used will be returned at the end of the school-year. ill-heological students and seniors ind the Greek depart— .ient pay no tuition. All dues are payable in advance at the beginning of each term. The. students have conducted a boarding club Since 154*2, the necessary accmnuioclations, being furnished by 1hr school. Show less
AUGSBURG SEMINARY 15 attention is given both to the so-called “facts” of history, and to their historical significance. Course I. History of the United States. The aim is to familiarize the student with historical matter viewed in chronological order and to. arouse in him a proper interest in his... Show moreAUGSBURG SEMINARY 15 attention is given both to the so-called “facts” of history, and to their historical significance. Course I. History of the United States. The aim is to familiarize the student with historical matter viewed in chronological order and to. arouse in him a proper interest in his country’s welfare. Text-shook. assignment of topics, lec- tures, and collateral reading. especially memoirs and bio- graphies of prominent men. .:._tirues a week. First Prepar- atory I and II. Course II. History of the United States continued. In this course more advanced work is attempted, special atten- tion being given to topical study and more independent read- ing that may lead the student to investigate and judge intel— ligently for himself. 4 times a week. Second Preparatory I. course III. Civic-s. A Study of municipal. state and na= tirma‘l government. The I’. S. constitution is analyzed. and the practical workings of the legislative. executive, and judi- cial branches- m' our gfl-V’EUII‘I’I‘EIII fully demonmrared. The course lnchttles 'a' study HF commercial law. lnslructlun is cart-it'd on Ir; means of t'extebnok. assignment til topics. in- formal dificnsslnm. and reading of l-Voorlrmv "Wilson’s The State. and Other works pertaining to the subject. 4 time:- a week. Second Preparatory II. Course IV. Ancient History. Oriental. Greek and Roman history to B. C. 133. Special attention is given to the following topics: Phoenicia and Lydia as the connecting links between Asiatic and Graeco-Roman civilization—the Graeco-Persian wars, the diffusion of Hellenic culture through the conquests of Alexander the Great, and the historical significance of these conquests. 5 times a week . Freshman I and II. Course V. Roman history continued and completed to 4.76 A; '13.. and the history of the Middle Ages. The follow— ing! "taping retrain-e special attention. lilnrne the tertrlul's teacher in government and put. irics; the Municiplurn: the Roman Empire as the greatest political idea before the French Retrrnluiirm: the Elem .ms all European Civilizatiun: institutional Christianity: Eilediaavalism: a) pill-llical and social in Fleudru‘lism. h) industrial and socio—political in the Free Citie‘ cl intellectual in Scholasticisrn, d) moral and reli "ions in t u: Monastic. Orders. The New Age growing out of Ellt-rliaevalism E'l'll'hug-ll the Revival of Learning, the Great Discoveries and Inventions, the formation of national govern- ments, language, and vernacular literatures. 4 times a week. Sophomore I andII. Course VI. Modern History. Special attention is given 1"- ‘thc lollnm’lng topics: the discovery of America and its liiSturical Sig-ificance; the Refanrniatlim Era: the Callinlic Reaction; the Thirty Year’s ‘Nar; the French. Raw-'Iln‘tirtn; colonial expansion. commerce and lmlustrialism: the. new principles and INTC‘E‘E of society; the modern state idea. 4 times a week. Junior I and II. Show less
BOARD OF TRUSTEE& Otto Hansen, Waseca, Minn., Term expires June 1905. Prof. Sven Oftedal, Minneapolis, Minn., Term expires June 1906. . Sever Larson, Madelia, Minn, Term expires June 1907. Rev. 0. Paulson, Blanchardville, Wis., Term expires June 1908. Sven Heskin, Portland, N. D., Term expires... Show moreBOARD OF TRUSTEE& Otto Hansen, Waseca, Minn., Term expires June 1905. Prof. Sven Oftedal, Minneapolis, Minn., Term expires June 1906. . Sever Larson, Madelia, Minn, Term expires June 1907. Rev. 0. Paulson, Blanchardville, Wis., Term expires June 1908. Sven Heskin, Portland, N. D., Term expires June 1909. FACULTY. GEORG SVERDRUP, President. Professor of Old Testament- Theology, Dogmatics, and ' Hebrew. HANS A. URSETH, Professor of English Theology, and English Literature. JOHN H. BLEGEN, Professor of Greek, German, and Norwegian. H. NORMAN HENDRICKSON, Professor of Latin, English, and Music. JOHANNES L. NYDAHL, Professor of Greek, and Natural Science. WILHELM PETTERSEN, Professor of History. S. O. SEVERSON. Professor of Mathematics, and English. OLIVER J. LEE, Instructor in English, and Arithmetic. SVEN OFTEDAL, President Board of Trustees, Professor Emeritus. < in. Show less
AUGSBURG SEMINARY 9 TERMS. The school year is divided into two semesters, the first beginning October 1st continues till Christmas, the second beginning January Ist closes the first week in May. DAILY ROUTINE. The school is in session from 8:00 A. M. to I :00 P. M. five days each week. Morning... Show moreAUGSBURG SEMINARY 9 TERMS. The school year is divided into two semesters, the first beginning October 1st continues till Christmas, the second beginning January Ist closes the first week in May. DAILY ROUTINE. The school is in session from 8:00 A. M. to I :00 P. M. five days each week. Morning prayers led by one of the professors are held in the Seminary Chapel at 7:45 A. M., Saturdays at 8:00 A. M. The students observe study hours after 4:00 P. M. EXAMINATIONS. Examinations for the Greek and Preparatory depart- ments are held the first week in May. Commencement is held in the Seminary Chapel at the close of the week. Examinations in the Theological Department are held the last ten days of May. They consist of written work in the five following branches: Old Testament, New Testa- ment, Dogmatics, Church History, and Practical Theol— ogy. The oral examinations follow, and are conducted by a COmmittee composed of the theological faculty and two members selected by the faculty. The degree of Candidatus Theologiae is conferred upon the successful candidates. LIBRARIES. The Seminary Library contains about 1,500 volumes. Idun, a library begun in 1876 and owned by the students, contains over 1,500 VOIUmes of the best English and Nor- wegian literature. Reading rooms for magazines and daily and weekly newspapers are maintained. The library is ,open every day to all students. GYMNASIUM. The school recognizes the fact that the physical wel— fare of the students must be given attention, and in view of this a large gymnasium has been provided for. Be— sides the regular instruction, which is given four hours a week, some time is devoted to gymnastic games such as basket ball, hand ball, and the like. At least two hours of regular gymnasium work is required of all students tak- ing work in the preparatory department and the first year of the college. The gymnasium is also open to all stud— Show less
AUGSBURG SEMINARY 13 Course XIII. Nineteenth Century Poetry. (Alternating with Course XII). Course XIV. Literary Criticism. A study of the form, content, and spirit of literature. Junior & Senior I and II. (One hour per week). Coursa XV. Extempore speaking. argumentation. and vocal interpretation... Show moreAUGSBURG SEMINARY 13 Course XIII. Nineteenth Century Poetry. (Alternating with Course XII). Course XIV. Literary Criticism. A study of the form, content, and spirit of literature. Junior & Senior I and II. (One hour per week). Coursa XV. Extempore speaking. argumentation. and vocal interpretation of literature. The aim of this course is to train the students in thorough self Control :1an natural, effective renunciation when facing an. audience. It also to strengthen the student’s abilit}r to analyze mixed problems and to organize matter in support of fundamental proper-i, tinns. {One hour a week]. Open to juniors and Seniors. This course alternates with course XIV and will be offered 1905—06. GERMAN. The aim of the two year’s course in German is to enable the student to read fluently and translate readily common German, and get a general knowledge of German literature and German authors. ’ Course I. Elementary. 3 times a week. Junior I and II. Course II. Keller’s Bilder aus der Deutschen Literatur, and Storm’s Immensee read and translated. Review of Grammar. 4 times a week. Senior I and II. GREEK. At Augsburg Seminary. Greek is considered the most important of all languages commonly studied in higher in- stitutions of learning. and also the language best adapted to educational use on account of its grammatical structure. No literature can compare with the Greek, as far as ideas are concerned, and never perhaps were human and divine ideas clothed in nobler form. One of the departments of the ine stitution is called the Greek department, because Greek is considered the leading linguistic study in it. There are given 5 lessons 3 week in Greek during 3 scholastic years and 4 lessons 3. week during the last school year in this department. Course I. Elementary. Boise and Pattengill’s First Les- sons, and Hadley and Allen’s Greek Grammar. 5 times a week. Freshman I and II. Course II. Xenophon’s Anabasis, books I and II. and Hadley and Allen’s Grammar are carefully studied. 5 times a week. Sophomore I and II. Colurse III. XenOphon’s Anabasis, book III. Plato's Apology and Crito are read. and Greek syntax is studied. 5 times a week. Junior I and II. Course IV. Review of Anabasis and Plato, as well as Grammar. 4 times a week. Senior 1 and Il. Show less
AUGSBURG SEMINARY 19 Church History in the 2nd class, The New Testament in the original in the 3rd class, and reviewing Explanation and Church History in the senior class. Thus thruout the whole preparatory and classical course religious instruction is given a prominent place in the curriculum,... Show moreAUGSBURG SEMINARY 19 Church History in the 2nd class, The New Testament in the original in the 3rd class, and reviewing Explanation and Church History in the senior class. Thus thruout the whole preparatory and classical course religious instruction is given a prominent place in the curriculum, and at the same time it is the serious aim of all the teachers to make the instruction profitable to the mind and heart of the pupils. MUSIC. Elements of musical notation, sight reading, vocalization, and chorus drills. To give students an Opportunity‘for more extended practice in chorus work, a student’s chorus, and a glee club are drilled by the instructor of music. The course extends over two years. 2 times a week. First and Second Preparatory. PENMANSHIP. Instruction in penmanship is given in the two first pre— paratory classes. The aim is to enable the student to acquire a rapid and legible business hand. To this end proper posi- tion and movement are taught. 2 times a week. First and Second Preparatory. THEOLOGICAL DEPARTMENT COURSES. Every Year. Hebrew:—Two times a week with Junior Class. W. H, Green’s Elementary Hebrew Grammar.—Sverdrup. Preaching:—In Norwegian; once a week for Junior Class.— Sverdrup. COURSE I. (Every Third Year, 1904-1905). Old Testament:—Introduction; Pentateuch and Joshua.— Sverdrup. ‘ New Testamentz—The Gospel according to Mark, synoptic— ally; the Epistles of Paul, historically. Church Historyz—The Acts of the Apostles, and the History of the Early Church to the Middle Ages. Dogmatics:—Theology and Anthropology.—Sverdrup. COURSE II. (Every Third Year, 1905-1906). Old Testament—Historical Books and Jeremiah, Isaiah, or Ezekiel a1ternatively.—Sverdrup. New Testamentz—The Gospel of Luke, Epistle to the Romans, and the Galatians, or to the Colossians, and the Ephesians alternatively. Church Historyz—I. and II. Corinthians, I. Peter, I. Thes- salonians; History of the Church through the Middle Ages. Dogmatics: Sverdrup. Homileticsz—Sverdruo. COURSE III. (Every Third Year, 1906-1907). Old Testament:—The Psalms; Matthew; the Epistle of James and Epistle to the Hebrews; Connections between the Old and the New Testament.—Sverdrup. New Testament:—The Gospel of John. Church History:—II. Peter; Jude; II. Thessalonians; His— Show less
