AUGSBURG SEMINARY 7 The change, however, came gradually. The number of theological professors was in time reduced from four to two, and the number of college professors gradually increased. J. H. Bugge was appointed in 1882 to a chair in the college. The result was satisfactory. In 1885 two more... Show moreAUGSBURG SEMINARY 7 The change, however, came gradually. The number of theological professors was in time reduced from four to two, and the number of college professors gradually increased. J. H. Bugge was appointed in 1882 to a chair in the college. The result was satisfactory. In 1885 two more college professors were appointed; namely, J. H. Blegen and Theo. S. Reimestad. Then followed the ap— pointments of W. M. Pettersen in 1886, and A. M. Hove in 1887. J. L. Nydahl succeeded the late J. H. Bugge in 1891, and H. N. Hendrickson succeeded T. S. Reime- stad in 1900. Prof. A. M. Hove resigned in September, 1901. Prof. S. O. SeverSon was elected to succeed him in 1904. In 1904 Prof. S. Oftedal resigned the chair of New Testament Theology, and Church History, which he had occupied since 1873, and in 1905 Rev. Andreas Helland was elected to succeed him. In 1898 Rev. H. A. Urseth was appointed to teach theology instead of Prof. S. Oftedal, who then had a year’s vacation. And in 1899 the growing demand for an English professor in theology led to the appointment of Prof. Urseth in that capacity. In 1890 Augsburg Seminary became the theological school of the United Norwegian Lutheran Church of America, formed by the union of the Conference, the Anti—l\lissourian Brotherhood, and the Augustana Synod. The United Church, however, withdrew its support in 1893, and established a new school. This led to a legal controversy with the United Church, which was finally settled in August, 1898, Augsburg Seminary relinquishing its Endowment Fund on condition that no further claim should be made by the United Church against Augsburg Seminary. This leaves the school practically in the same condition in which it was twenty-five years ago, as far as financial support is concerned; it is entirely dependent on its friends. In 1899 the foundation was laid to a new, modern building for offices and class rooms. This building was finished in the fall of 1901 and dedicated Jan. 1. 1902. Since the founding of the school thirty—five years ago, 172 have graduated from the college department, and 325 from the theological department. Nearly all the graduates are engaged in religious work in the Lutheran churches in America or in foreign mission fields. Show less
AUGSBURG SEMINARY 11 The degree of Bachelor of Arts shall be conferred on any student of good moral character who has satisfac- torily completed the four years in the Greek department. ,The degree of Candidatus T heologiae is conferred upon graduates from the Theological department. LIBRARIES.... Show moreAUGSBURG SEMINARY 11 The degree of Bachelor of Arts shall be conferred on any student of good moral character who has satisfac- torily completed the four years in the Greek department. ,The degree of Candidatus T heologiae is conferred upon graduates from the Theological department. LIBRARIES. The library has been greatly increased during the last year. To the Idun Library, founded in 1876 and owned by the students themselves, several valuable works in Eng- lish literature have been added. This has been done with particular reference to the needs of the Department of English. ' Kut altogether the most valuable addition to any Nor- wegian library in America is the acquisition of Mr. Heggtveit’s library by Augsburg Seminary. Thru the untiring efforts of Prof. Helland, the liberality of the Board of Trustees of Augsburg Seminary, and the time— ly and kindly aid of friends outside, this valuable collec— tion of over 3,000 books is now accessible to students and ministers. A third addition to the Seminary library is the valuable collection of documents published by the Government of Norway and procured for the Sem— inary by Prof. Sven Oftedal. - ‘ 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 taking work in the preparatory department and the first year of the college. The gymnasium is also open to all students 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 Students’ Union, which meets the last Friday of each month; ' The Augsburg Medical Aid Society, organized in Show less
AUGSBURG SEMINARY 19 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... Show moreAUGSBURG SEMINARY 19 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, reports, 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 activity 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, sup— plemented by geographical readers, reports and lectures. Con- siderable attention is given to map-drawing. 4 times a week. Second Preparatory I. Course lll. Physical Geography, comprising a study of the earth as a globe, the atmosphere, the ocean, the lands, plains and plateaus, mountains, volcanoes; 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 Sure vey, 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 Pre- paratory II. PHYSICS. Elementary physics, including recitations, solution of pro- blems, and practical demonstrations of the fundamental laws of nature. Carhart and Chute’s High School Physics is used as text- book, supplemented by other works on the subject. The ele- mentary principles of mechanics, sound, light, heat, magnet- ism and electricity, are verified by simple experiments in the laboratory. 5 times a week. Third Preparatory I and II. PHYSIOLOGY. A general course in anatomy, physiology and hygiene, in- cluding an elementary study of cells and tissues. The diges- tive, circulatory, respiratory and nervous systems are care- fully studied. The laws of health are discussed, the aim being to point out constantly the every-day applications of the principles of physiology. Walker’s Revised Physiology is used as text-book, supplemented by manikin, charts, sketch— es and natural specimens used for illustrations; collateral reading and lectures. 5 times a week. Third Preparatory I. Show less
Catalogue OF AUG’SBURG SEMINARY MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. ‘ ORGANIZED 1869. T HIRTY-SEVEN TH YEAR. 1905—1906. THE FREE CHURCH BOOK CONCERN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
AUGSBURG SEMINARY 9 RULES FOR ADMISSION, EXAMINATIONS, AND CON- FERRING OF DEGREES. I. Terms of Admission. All applications for admission‘ to the preparatory, or classical courses are made to the President. Students are admitted to the First Preparatory class without examination. Students who... Show moreAUGSBURG SEMINARY 9 RULES FOR ADMISSION, EXAMINATIONS, AND CON- FERRING OF DEGREES. I. Terms of Admission. All applications for admission‘ to the preparatory, or classical courses are made to the President. Students are admitted to the First Preparatory class without examination. Students who hold a certificate of having satisfac- torily completed the courses of the Preparatory depart— ment of Augsburg Seminary, and those who present cre- dentials from other schools, showing that they have satis- factorily completed a course equivalent to our prepara— tory course, are admitted without examination. Those coming from other schools may substitute any high- school subject for Physics and Botany. Other students may be admitted by passing a pre— scribed examination. Students may be admitted to any class in the Pre— paratory and Greek departments by presenting satisfac— tory credentials from other schools. All applications for admission to the Theological de— partment are made to the Board of Directors and the Theological Faculty. All candidates for admission to this department must furnish evidence of moral charac— ter and Christian experience. II. Examinations. I. Regular. Regular written examinations are held at the close of each school—year in all classes of the Preparatory and Greek departments. In subjects extend— ed over a period of less than a year, final examinations are held at the completion of the subject. In addition to the regular class examinations, members of the senior class shall write four theses on prescribed subjects in Norwegian, English, Greek, and Latin re- spectively. , On the principle that each student must do the full work of his class, no student whose absences in any seme— ster exceed two weeks in the aggregate shall be admitted to examination without special permission of the faculty. Absence from examination in any subject, without sufficient cause, shall be regarded as a failure in that sub- ject. Show less
2 AUGSBURG SEMINARY [\D Synopsis of Courses of Study. Roman numerals refer to courses; arabic to number of recitations per week. PREPARATORY DEPARTMENT. First Year. English 1,4 Geography 1, 4 Norwegian I, 5 Religion I, 3 Mathematics I, 5 Penmanship 1 History I, 4 Music 1 Second Year. English II,... Show more2 AUGSBURG SEMINARY [\D Synopsis of Courses of Study. Roman numerals refer to courses; arabic to number of recitations per week. PREPARATORY DEPARTMENT. First Year. English 1,4 Geography 1, 4 Norwegian I, 5 Religion I, 3 Mathematics I, 5 Penmanship 1 History I, 4 Music 1 Second Year. English II, 5 Geography II & m; 4 Norwegian II, 5 Religion II, 3 Mathematics II, 5 Music 1 ~ History II & III, 4 Penmanship 1 Third Year. English III & IV, 5 Botany 5, second term Mathematics III & IV, 8 Physics 5 Physiology 5, first term Religion III, 3 GREEK DEPARTMENT. Freshman. English V & VI, 5 Mathematics IV, V & VI, 5 Norwegian III, 5 History IV, 5 Greek 1, 5 Religion IV, 3 Sophomore. English VII & VIII, 5 Latin I, 5 Norwegian IV, 4 Church History 3 Greek II, 5 History V, 4 Junior. English IX, 4 German I, 3 Norwegian V, 3 History VI, 4 Greek III, 5 Religion (New'Test.) 3 Latin II, 5 Senior. English, (Courses X—XV, Latin III, 5 elective) 4 German II, 4 Norwegian VI, 4 ’ History VII, 2 Greek IV, 4 Religion 2 Show less
14 AUGSBURG SEMINARY Course VI. Second Year Rhetoric and Composition. The class room work will consist of the study of rhetorical prin- ciples, impromptu writing, and discussions of essays written by members of the class. One of the following works are studied: Milton’s Minor Poems, Vision of Sir... Show more14 AUGSBURG SEMINARY Course VI. Second Year Rhetoric and Composition. The class room work will consist of the study of rhetorical prin- ciples, impromptu writing, and discussions of essays written by members of the class. One of the following works are studied: Milton’s Minor Poems, Vision of Sir Launfal, Ten- nyson’s The Princess. Two works assigned for general read- ing. (Five times a week). Freshman II. Course VII. Advanced Rhetoric, description, narration, exposition, argumentation, and persuasion. In the written work the essays begin with the simpler forms of narration and increase in complexity and difficulty until a formal at- tempt in argument and persuasion is undertaken. With each form of discourse, two or more models are presented for study and comparison. English classics; Macaulay’s Essay on Mil- ton or Bunyan’s Pilgrim’s Progress. Two works for general reading. (Five times a week). Sophomore I. Course VIII. Advanced Rhetoric; a continuation of course VII; English classics; Burke’s Conciliation with America; Shakespeare’s Macbeth, Hamlet, or Lear. Debating and book reviews. (Five times a week). Sophomore II. Course IX. History of English Literature. This course aims at a more systematic study of the subject of English literature in its historical relations and requires for its suc- cessful accomplishment a first-hand acquaintance with the works of representative authors besides the text used. One carefully prepared essay is required each month, based on library work, as well as frequent reports on assigned sub- jects. Text: Moody and Lovett’s History of English Literature. Junior I and II. (Four hours per week). Course X. A Study of English Fiction. This is a survey of the growth of the story from the earliest times to and including the modern novel. Senior 1. (Three hours per week). Course XI. The Poetry of Alfred Tennyson. A study of Tennyson’s art and his relation to modern life. Senior II. (Three hour's per week). Course XII. English Prose. A survey of the growth of English prose from the earliest attempts to Macaulay. (A1- ternating with course X). 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). Course XV. Extempore speaking, argumentation, and vocal interpretation of literature. The aim of this course is to train the students to thorough self control and natural, ef- fective enunciation when facing an audience. It aims also to strengthen the student’s ability to analyze mixed problems and to organize matter in support of fundamental proposi- Show less
20 AUGSBURG SEMINARY \ RELIGION. Augsburgh Seminary is strictly a religious institution, founded and supported by Christian men and women for the distinct purpose of educating ministers fit for the work in free Lutheran churches. And as all those interested in the institution firmly believe that... Show more20 AUGSBURG SEMINARY \ RELIGION. Augsburgh Seminary is strictly a religious institution, founded and supported by Christian men and women for the distinct purpose of educating ministers fit for the work in free Lutheran churches. And as all those interested in the institution firmly believe that Christian experience is the one thing needed for all men, and that godliness is profitable unto all things, so they consider religious instruction as neces- sary and essential to a sound and safe development of a young man, especially at college. At Augsburg Seminary, therefore, there are not only regular devotional exercises, prayer meet- ings, missionary meetings, etc., but religious instruction forms an essential part of each of the courses of the seminary. It begins in the lst Preparatory Class with a review of the Ex— planation of Luther’s Catechism and the small Bible History so well known in all Norwegian homes and churches because used as text books in Lutheran Sunday schools and in the confirmation classes. Text books and instruction are in Nor— wegian. In the 2nd Preparatory Class is used a larger book on Bible History so as to give the students a better idea of the way of God and the divine revelation in its successive development. Text book and instruction in Norwegian. In the 3rd Preparatory Class the religious instruction is in Eng— lish and as text book is used the Explanation of Luther’s catechism (English translation by Prof. Urseth), the idea be- ‘ v ing. to review this simple and yet profound representation of the way of salvation'and at the same time familiarize the students with the religious terms in the English language. In the Greek Department, the religious instruction con— sists first in studying Bible History in English in the 1st class; 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 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, 2. students’ 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. Show less
10 AUGSBURG SEMINARY Examinations for entrance are held in the fall, imme— diately before the opening of the Preparatory and Greek departments, and shall be under the supervision of the faculty. ' ' 2. Special Examinations. Students desiring exam- ination after the regular examinations can do so... Show more10 AUGSBURG SEMINARY Examinations for entrance are held in the fall, imme— diately before the opening of the Preparatory and Greek departments, and shall be under the supervision of the faculty. ' ' 2. Special Examinations. Students desiring exam- ination after the regular examinations can do so only by permission of the president and by paying a fee of one dollar. This rule applies to conditioned students, and those who have made up work by themselves and wish ' to take examination for credit. Examinations in the Theological department are held the last ten days of May. They consist of written work in the five following subjects: Old Testament, New Testament, Dogmatics, Church History, and Practical Theology. The oral examinations follow; and are con— ducted by a committee composed of the theological facul- ty and two members selected by the faculty. COmmencement for the Greek and Preparatory de- partments are held the first Thursday in May. Ill. élass Standings. In determining the standing of a student in any sub— ject, the average monthly standing shall be combined with the result of the final examination in the ratio of two to one. This rule does not apply to the thesis examinations of the senior class in the Greek department. To pass in any given subject he must receive a final average of 75, computed on the scale of a hundred. A student who shall get a final standing of at least 60 shall be “conditioned.” If a student fails to attain a final aver— .age of 60, he shall be considered as “completely failed” and must continue in the same class. All conditions received in class as well as entrance conditions must be removed within the next semester. Failure in any study may be removed by passing en— trance examinations in a satisfactory manner. No student shall be allowed to carry on his work as a regular student, if he is conditioned in more than two fifths of his work. No student shall be allowed to enter the senior class with conditions. I IV. Degrees. Any student of good moral character who has satis- factorin completed the courses in the Preparatory depart— ment shall be entitled to a certificate of graduation. Show less
BOARD OF TRUSTEES. Professor Sven Oftedal, Minneapolis, Minn. President. Term expires June, I9II. Reverend E. E. Gynild, Willmar, Minn. Term expires June, 1908. Mr. Sven Heskin,, Portland, N. D. Term expires June, 1909. Mr. Otto Hansen, Waseca, Minn. Term expires June, 1910. Mr. Sever Larson,... Show moreBOARD OF TRUSTEES. Professor Sven Oftedal, Minneapolis, Minn. President. Term expires June, I9II. Reverend E. E. Gynild, Willmar, Minn. Term expires June, 1908. Mr. Sven Heskin,, Portland, N. D. Term expires June, 1909. Mr. Otto Hansen, Waseca, Minn. Term expires June, 1910. Mr. Sever Larson, Madelia, Minn. Term expires June, 1912. BOARD OF DIRECTORS. Professor Sven Oftedal, Minneapolis, Minn., President ex officio. Reverend E. P. Harbo, Minneapolis, Minn. Term ex— pires June, 1908. ‘2. Mr. Gilbert Olson, Osakis, Minn. Term expires June, 1908. Reverend S. Rislov, Wanamingo, Minn. Term expires June, 1909. / Reverend Chr. Ytrehns, Alexandria, Minn. Term ex— pires June 1909. Show less
HISTORICAL. Augsburg Seminary was founded in 1869 at Marshall, Wis. Reverend A. Wenaas was placed in charge. The aim was to educate ministers for free Lutheran churches. The idea was new to the Norwegians, and the school could not be modeled after the institutions of the estab— lished church of... Show moreHISTORICAL. Augsburg Seminary was founded in 1869 at Marshall, Wis. Reverend A. Wenaas was placed in charge. The aim was to educate ministers for free Lutheran churches. The idea was new to the Norwegians, and the school could not be modeled after the institutions of the estab— lished church of Norway. The school has therefore had more difficulties to contend with than the seminaries established later. The supporters of Augsburg Seminary were at first connected with the Swedish Augustana Synod. When in 18,1) they parted from the Swedes and organized the Conference. the school was left without buildings and for about two years was conducted in a rented hall by Professor Wenaas. But the energetic and practical Rev- erend O. Paulson, at that time in charge of a church in Minneapolis, took up the work of securing suitable quart— ers. He obtained grounds in Minneapolis, raised about $4,000 in cash, and in 1872 had a three-story brick veneered building ready to receive the school. This gave courage to the supporters of the Seminary, and the fol- lowing year at the annual meeting of the Conference a second chair in theology was created to which Sven Ofte- dal accepted a call and began work the same year. In 1874 two more theological professors were ap— pointed; namely, G. Sverdrup and S. R. Gunnerson. The school now had a theological faculty composed of four able, energetic men. But experience soon made it clear Show less
