Catalog for the
Academic Years 1962-63 and 1963-64
Augsburg College
and
Augsburg Theological
Seminary
MINNEAPOLIS 4, MINNESOTA
RECORD FOR THE ACADEMIC YEARS 1960-61 AND 1961-62
Augsburg's location deeply affects the nature of its educational
program. From the dynamic cultural, church, sc... Show more
Catalog for the
Academic Years 1962-63 and 1963-64
Augsburg College
and
Augsburg Theological
Seminary
MINNEAPOLIS 4, MINNESOTA
RECORD FOR THE ACADEMIC YEARS 1960-61 AND 1961-62
Augsburg's location deeply affects the nature of its educational
program. From the dynamic cultural, church, scientific and business
resolurces of tbig great Upper MiXwtxt metropolitan center, Augsburg
draws v&&y und s t r w h , mmsmtwhila contributing its o w n resources
to the r
e &ebping progress oJ t
harea.
Y o u are cordially invited to tour the campus. A letter or phone
call i n advance will enable us to make special arrangements t o suit
your particular needs and interests. Administrative offices are located
i n Science Hall (pictured above) at the corner of 7 t h Street and
21st Avenue South. Visiting hours are 9 a.m. t o 5 p.m., Monday
through Friday; Saturday b y appointment. Telephone FEderal 8-0501.
NNEAPOLIS
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MINNEAPOLIS INSTITUTE 0 1 ART
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educational development project
is undenrap, scheduld over n 20-year period. Shaded portions of
the map belon* designate campus arcs now- being developed. The
rota1 setting, encompassing he rlngburg College campus, Fairview
HuepitaL St. Rlary's Hospital. the Main Campus ant1 T e s t Bank
expansion of the Tinir~rsitr af Tvlinnesota, i s becoming a key
medical-educational center. Constmctitilln no\+-nnderlray an a nmv
inter-city freeway bordering the south side of the ~ l u p b w gcampus
will further enllance this setting.
CbMPUS DIRECTORY
Admin#$lrol~veORlce.
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Profile
AUGSBURG COLLEGE
A four-year Liberal Arts College sponsored
by the Lutheran Free Church. Offers a broad
education in a Christian environment.
Fully accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools.
Holds membership also in the American
Council on Education, the Association of American Colleges, the National Lutheran Educational
Conference, the Association of Minnesota Colleges, and the Minnesota Private College Council.
a In addition to providing a Liberal A.rts
cdumtion, Augsburg College offers preparation
f o r teaching, business administration, social
work, medical technology, secretarial work,
parish work, m d missions. Students may prepare for further *dy in the fields of engineering, theology, dentism, medicine, nursing, and
law, and for graduate study in various fields.
Located near the main business section of
Minneapolis. Students have eat- access to
libraries, museums, and art coIIe&ons. They
have opportunity to attend lectures and musical
programs and to participate actively in the l i e
of the churches.
Maintains a friendly atmosphere, in which
students participate in all phases of campus
community life under the direction of a capable,
well-prepared faculty.
A comprehensive development program is
in operation.
AUGSBURG THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY
Offers a three-year course of study leading
to a Bachelor of Theology degree.
Located on the same campus as the college.
Aims primarily to prepare pastors and
missionaries for the Lutheran Church.
General Inf ormatian
HISTORICAL SKETCH
AUGSBURG
was begun as a seminary in 1869, at Marshall, Wisconsin.
It was the first theological school founded by Norwegian Lutherans
in America. Through an arrangement with a private institution known
as Marshall Academy, the Seminary was at first housed in the academy
building. Students who needed further preparation in academic subjects were to obtain this in the academy. In the autumn of 1872 Augsburg Seminary was removed to Minneapolis, Minnesota, where a
building had been erected for its use. In the same year the school was
incorporated under the laws of Minnesota. Its aim was to train ministers for the Lutheran congregations which were being organized in
growing numbers in the pioneer settlements that were spreading rapidly
over the Northwest.
The College was established when it became evident that in order to
get students who were adequately prepared for theological study a
college department was needed. In 1874 a curriculum was planned
which provided for one year of preparatory studies and four
years of college work along two lines, a classical course to prepare
students for theology, and a scientific course to prepare for other
professions. The first college students were enrolled in 1874 and the
first class was graduated in 1879.
In 1900 a high schaaI course covering three years was estabkhed
which in 1910 was expanded to a standard four-year course. This
was discontinued in 3833. In the years 1916-1919the mlIege course
was thoroughly revised. A s a result of W w and of subsequent growth,
the earlier clcsieal course was geatIy modified and suppIemmted bp
social and ~ i e n t i f i cstudies and a more general emphasis upon the
study nf she humanities. Tn recent rears there has been continuoas
stud? and modification Q £ the curriculum including the introduction
of a number of new majors to meet the developing needs of the ~tuderits.
The divisional organization was adopted in 1945. At the present time
26 majors are offered.
Coeducation was introduced in the College in 1922.
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Recent years, especially since the close of World War 11, have witnessed a greatly increased enrollment and a corresponding expansion of
physical facilities both in campus area and in buildings.
In the Theological Seminary there L s likewise been a continuing
revision of the curriculum and the addition of new courses to meet
changing needs. The requirement of a six-month period of internship
was added in 1939. A bachelor's degree or equivalent is the required
scholastic preparation for admission.
While the Theological Seminary has its own organization, the Seminary and the College continue to function in close cooperation and as
integral parts of one institution.
Five presidents have served Augsburg during the course of its history.
August Weenaas ......................................1869 - 1876
.1907
George Sverdrup .....................................1876
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Sven Oftedal ..............................................1907 - 1911
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.1937
George Sverdrup ....
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H. N. Hendrickson (Acting) ..
1937 - 1938
Bernhard Christensen ..............................1938 - Present
FUNDAMENTAL AIMS
THE EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES of Augsburg College and Theological
Seminary spring from the conviction that in the Christian religion
there are revealed the most basic truths concerning both man and God,
and that Christianity is the fundamental force for good in human life
and society. All the aims of the College, as well as those of the Seminary, are integrated with this principle.
Students who enroll at Augsburg are invited to take up their work
with the distinct understanding that the Christian spirit is determining
in all things. They are expected to cooperate wholeheartedly in the
program of the school towards that end. The entire program of the
school, curricular and extra-curricular, and the discipline necessary to
make possible the carrying out of this program, spring from the aim
"to see all things through the eyes of Christ."
SPECIFIC AIMS
To express more distinctly some major aspects of its program of
Christian higher education, the following statement of aims has been
formulated by the college faculty:
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SCHOLARSHIP
To stimulate the student's intellectual interest and to develop his
scholarly insight, so that he may think with accuracy and comprehension in the fields of the liberal arts.
To instruct the student in scientific methods of study and to develop
his understanding of the relations of science to spiritual reality and
to the welfare of mankind.
To familiarize the student with the culture of his own and other
civilizations, for his enjoyment and for the development of a more
sympathetic understanding of his fellow men throughout the world.
To awaken and foster in the student an intelligent appreciation
and enjoyment of the best in the fine arts.
To help the student develup certain skills, such as those in language,
music, physical aclivitiee. and use of the library, which will increase
his efficiency in the rarinus relationships of life.
FAITH
RELIGIOUS
To lead the student to a deeper understanding and experience of
the Christian Gospel, to the end that he may become an effective participant in the work of the Christian Church and an earnest advocate
of the Christian way of life.
CHARACTER
To teach the student to discipline his urges, interests, ambitions,
and demands in a way that will effectively contribute toward the development of good character.
To guide the student in the understanding of social relationships
in order that he may take his place in groups with propriety and grace,
motivated in his conversation and conduct by the principles of courtesy
and sincerity.
To cultivate in the student a Christian social spirit, in order that
he may realize in his life a right balance between what he expects of
others and the service he will render his fellow men.
CITIZENSHIP
To develop the student's interest in the common purposes of our
country, so that he may work for the welfare of our institutions and
the preservation of our liberties in community and nation.
To develop in the student an enlightened interest and participation
in human affairs throughout the world.
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VOCATIONAL
PREPARATION
To provide guidance for the student in discovering and clarifying
his aptitudes and his life purposes.
To proride votxtional and professional prqaratinn for public schooI
teaching, business adminisvation. home economics, m d parish work;
and to give prqaration for the study of medicbe: dentis- nursing,
medical technolog, engineering. social work; and throu~ha fouryear college course to prepare the student for the study of theology
and graduate work.
HEALTHAND RECREATION
To afford the student wholesome recreation which will contribute
to effective use of leisure time, and the development of such qualities
as leadership, sportsmanship, and self-control.
To instruct the student in principles pertaining to health, so that he
may develop attitudes, practices, and skills which will promote his
physical and mental well-being, making him better able to meet the
responsibilities of life.
FINANCIAL SUPPORT AND CONTROL
AUG~BURG
COLLEGEAND THEOLOGICAL
SEMINARY
is affiliated with the
Lutheran Free Church, a church body of about 90,000 members with
headquarters located in Minneapolis, near the Augsburg Campus.
The control exercised by the Lutheran Free Church is indirect. The
Annual Conference of the Church nominates the members of the
Augsburg Corporation and the Board of Trustees. The Corporation
through the Board of Trustees exercises direct control over property,
h a n c e , and personnel. Academic control is vested in the President
and the Faculty.
In addition to the income from student tuition and fees, which has
materially increased with the growth and derelqment of the College,
a major part of the financial support of the imtitution cnmes from the
congeegations of thr Lutheran Free Church. In recent y ~ a growing
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E ~ T Cof~ friends slso out~idethis Church, hoth alumni and others,
have contributed financially to the school. Since 1951, business
and indmtrv have given sign5cant support through the Minnesota Private College Fund. An enIargetl Developmmt Program,
inchding a comprehensire 20-year plan for expansion, was hunched
in 1958. Augsburg welcomes and invites support on the part of all who
believe in k r program of vitai Christian education.
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THE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
THE AUGSBURG
ALUMNIASSOCIATION
has as its goal to enable graduates
and former students to maintain effective contact and cooperation with
one another and with their Alma Mater. The annual meeting is held at
Commencement time each year. Local Augsburg clubs are promoted.
The affairs of the Association are under the leadership of the Board of
Directors. The Alumni Office is located in Science Hall.
THE PHYSICAL PLANT
INSTRUCTIONAL
FACILITIES and student housing at Augsburg are conveniently located in relation to each other.
Old Main, erected in 1900, contains a large number of classrooms
and offices.
Science Hall, erected in 1943-49, is a large and completely modern
building. It includes the general administration offices, well-equipped
laboratories for chemistry, physics, biology and home economics; the
student center; a medium-sized auditorium and several classrooms and
iaculty offices. A Tower Prayer Chapel is located on the fourth floor.
The Lisa Odland Observatory, on the roof of Science Hall, was
completed in the summer of 1960. The Science Hall is shown at left
in the picture below and George Sverdrup Library is the building
extending to the right, connecting with Memorial Hall.
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The George Sverdr11,p Library, named in honor of Augsburg's fourth
president, was erected and dedicated in 1955. Adjacent to Science Hall
2nd of similar contemporary architectural design, it contains spacious
reading rooms, seminars, work rooms, a visual-education center, the
Augsburg Archives, and a number of classrooms and faculty offices.
There is stack space for approximately 100,000 volumes.
The classrooms and offices of the Theological Seminary are located
in one section of the Library building.
Si Melby Hall, the new auditorium-gymnasium, shown above, was
completed in 1961. This building, named in honor of Professor J. S.
Melby, dean of men from 1920 to 1942, basketball coach and head
of the Christianity department, provides excellent facilities for the
health and physical education program, intercollegiate athletics, chapel
services and general auditorium purposes.
The Music Hall was acquired by purchase in 1947 and has been
remodeled to serve the needs of the music department.
T h e Speech and Drama Building was acquired in 1959 and remodeled to make an extremely functional building for dramatic and
other sveech activities.
Sverdrup-Oftedal Memorial
Hall, erected in 1938, is a
dormitory affording living
quarters for about 140 men.
On the ground floor of this
building is the college cafeteria and dining hall.
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Gerda Mortensen Hall, erected in
1955, provides housing for 165 women
students, as well as apartments for the
resident head and her assistant. The
dormitory incorporates the former Sivertsen Hall, remodeled as a wing of the
larger dormitory.
Miriam, Edda, Epsilon, Kappa, Omega, Sigma, and Theta are small
dormitory houses, each accommodating from 8 to 20 women students.
T h e President's Home, an attractive colonial residence, is located on
the West River Road.
A large number of dwellings have also been acquired in recent years
in the expanded campus area, and are in use for faculty, staff, men
students, and married student housing.
T H E ARCHIVES
THE AUGSBURG
ARCHIVESOCIETY
was organized in 1929, for the purpose of gathering documents, books, and other articles of historical
value. The George Sverdrup Library provides adequate, fire-proof
quarters for the archives. Here are found a large collection of periodicals, old and rare books, manuscripts, letters, and pictures, and also
about 3000 volumes of Norwegian-American literature, affording extensive resources for scholarly research.
AUDIO-VISUAL EDUCATION
TO FACILITATE INSTRUCTION the college provides many excellent visual
and auditory aids. The audio-visual center is located on the ground
floor of the Library. Varied equipment is available for classroom use
and other college activities. This equipment includes movie projectors,
slide and filmstrip projectors, a sound amplification system, a tape
recorder, an Episcope, phonographs, and a mi'crocard reader. Records,
slides, maps, filmstrips, and microcards are also housed in this center.
Science Auditorium, as well as several classrooms, is equipped with
facilities for projection.
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conveniences include conference rooms for larger groups or small
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with a large variety of subjects, as well as a number of serials devoted
to the interests of special fields.
In the Twin City area other libraries are located which make their
holdings available to Augsburg students, notably, the St. Paul and
Minneapolis public libraries, the latter of which issues library cards
to out-of-town students for each school year; the James Jerome Hill
Reference Library in St. Paul, which has one of the finest reference
collections in the Northwest; and the University of Minnesota Library,
within walking distance of the Augsburg campus. Augsburg students
make extensive use of all these libraries.
NATURAL SCIENCE LABORATORIES
THE LABORATORIES of the Natural Sciences are located in the
Science Hall. Three laboratories and storeroom and office space
for Biology are located on the second floor; three larger laboratories
and two special research laboratories for Chemistry and two laboratories for Physics are located on the third and fourth floors. A chemistry library is located near the research facilities. Storerooms and
faculty offices are also located here.
Financial Information
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CONSIDERABLE PART of the income on which Augsburg operates is
derived from endowment and from gifts, a major part of the latter
coming from the supporting church. Therefore, the fees charged the
student do not constitute the whole cost of his education, for he enjoys
the benefits of the gifts of those who believe in and support the work
of the school. For theological students, the church assumes the full
cost of tuition; a statement of other expenses in attending the seminary
is given in the Seminary section of the catalog.
GENERAL EXPENSES PER SEMESTER1
Tuition (including student activity fee, $9.00; health fee, $11.00) . .
Student union fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Matriculation fee (for those registering for the first time) . . . . . .
Locker (optional)
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$400.00
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Bcoks are estimated at $25.00 to $40.00.
Students registered for more than the maximum number of credit hours
(17 in the College) are charged at the rate of $18.00 for each additional credit
hour a week per semester.
Special students will pay at the rate of $32.00 per credit hour up to 11
credits. Those who register for 12 o r more credit hours will pay the regular
tuition charge.
The fee for auditing a course is one-half the fee charged when i t is taken
for credit. Students and auditors enrolled for less than 5 credits are not charged
the student union fee. Those enrolled for 5 to 8 credits pay 1/3 the
student union fee. Those enrolled for 9 to 11 credits pay 2/3 the student
union fee.
ROOM AND BOARD PER SEMESTER1
Women
Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
$115.00
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125.00
Key Deposit (refundable) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.00
$241.00
Total Room & Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Board*
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$115.00
150.00
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$281.00
"Women students in residence are required to buy and use a minimum of
$125.00 of meal book coupons per semester, men students $ I 50.00.
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SPECIAL FEES
Late registration fee per day (after classes begin) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Change of registration after the beginning of the second week of classes .
Registration with the Placement Bureau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Placement fee. depending upon the method of placement . . . . . . $3.00 to
Graduation fee. for seniors in both the College and Seminary . . . . . . . . .
Final examinations taken at another hour than the one scheduled . . . . . .
Examination making up an incomplete o r a condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Comprehensive examination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transcript of credits (after first one which is free) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Student Teaching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MUSIC FEES PER S E - E S T E R
Piano . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................................
Voice .......................................................
Organ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Private instruction, per lesson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Piano studio rental (one hour per day) ...........................
Organ rental (one hour per day) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Voice studio rental (one hour per day) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Choir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Concert Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ESTIMATED EXPENSES PER SEMESTER1
Resident students
General expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4 I 8.50
$418.50
to
266.00
Room & Board' . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241.00
Special. Music. Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25.00
to
80.00
Total. approximately . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $684.50
to
$764.50
*These are required minimum expenditures. Ordinarily the total cost is somewhat
higher .
Off-campus students
General expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $41 8.50
$418.50
Special. Music. Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25.00
to
d0.00
Total. approximately . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $443.50
to
$498.50
These estimates do not include transportation. clothing. or ~ersonalexpenses.
PAYMENT OF ACCOUNTS
SEE UNDER Application for Admission for required advance deposits.
Parents may deposit additional money in advance at the college
or the student may make the remainder of the payment when he
registers. Student accounts are due in full at the time of registration
in September and February .
Recognizing that payment of fees in full at registration poses a
financial problem in some cases. the college has instituted a "budget"
plan . By this plan the resident student makes a down payment of
$475.00 at registration. then seven monthly payments of $115.00 and
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the balance due in May. Off-campus students pay an initial payment
of $225.00 and seven monthly payments aE $80.00 and the balance
due in May. To defray the cost of the plan, a charge of $1.00 is made
for each payment on the student's account after registration.
REFUNDS
Tuition, fees, and room charges for a student cancelling his registration
before the middle of anv semester will be charged at the rate of 10
percent per week or fraction thereof, except f;lr matriculation and
special fee.! which are not refundable. There i s no fee refund after
the middle of the semester.
Refunds for board are made on unused meal-book coupons. Students
who move out of dormitories but do not cancel out of school are
charged the full semester room rent.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Financial aids in the form of loan funds. schotawhips. grants-in-ai&
and emplo!-nlent assistance are available at +4ugbmg. Students must
complete ail application form and meet certain requirements to qualjfp
fur financial ni&. The collllep gives a~aistanceto s ~ d e n t sin securing
work bosh nn and off the campus.
LOAN FUNDS
Several loan funds have been established to assist students in working
out their financial problems. Loans may be arranged at a reasonable
rate of interest for various periods of time.
TFte GeneneralS d e n t Loan Fund', established through the gifts of
many individual donors, is chiefly maintaind by contributions from
the -4 ugsbarg College Women's Club.
The Olaf Rogne Fund, established in 1954, extends assistance to
students in the Seminary.
The Charles and Nora Crouch Student Loan Fund, established in
1954, extends assistance to members of all classes.
The Senior Loan Fund, established by the class of 1955, is available
to selected graduating seniors.
The John and Anna Jorgine Gregory Theological Student Loan Fund
is available to students who are preparing for the ministry.
The Student Aid Fund of the Zion Lutheran Hour, established by the
Zion Lutheran Church of Minot, North Dakota, likewise extends loans
to students preparing for the ministry.
National Defense Student Loam, established by h e National Defense
Education Act of 1958, are available to students capable of maintaining
good standing in their chosen course of study. Special consideration is
given to those students who express a desire to teach in elementary or
secondary schools and to those whose academic background indicates
a superior capacity for preparation in science, mathematics, engineering
or modem foreign languages.
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Arrangements for the loans are made through a conference with the
Dean of Students, chairman of a faculty committee on student loans.
In addition to arranging loans, the committee counsels students on
financial matters with the objective in mind of helping the student work
out a satisfactory plan for his finances.
SCHOLARSHIPS A N D PRIZES
Fifty Freshman Scholarships of varying amounts are available to
outstanding high school graduates. Some of these scholarships are
renewable provided the student's scholastic record is 2.0 or better.
A limited number of Tuition Scholarships is awarded to outstanding
high school graduates. Students who rank in the upper five per cent of
their high school class, perform well on scholastic aptitude tests, and
can show good character references are eligible for consideration. These
scholarships are renewable if the student maintains a 2.25 scholastic
average.
Departmental Scholarships of variable amounts are awarded each
year to students who are highly recommended by the chairman of their
major department. These scholarships are renewable if the student maintains a scholastic average of 1.75 or better.
Upper-class Scholarships of $300 are awarded each year to selected
students with an honor point ratio of 2.4 or better who apply to the
Student Personnel Committee.
Augsburg awards two Foreign Student Scholarships each year to
deserving students from other countries. These scholarships cover the
cost of tuition or its equivalent.
The American Indian Scholarship was established in 1955 by Spring
Lnke Park Lutheran Church, Minneapolis. I t is a scholarship of
$200.00 to be applied on tuition at Augsburg College. I t is to be
awarded to an American Indian student selected on the basis of
scholarship and economic need.
The Henry P. Opseth Music Scholarship was established in 1953 in
memory of Henry P. Opseth, former head of the Music Department and
director of the Augsburg College Choir. It is awarded annually to a
sephomore or junior student of outstanding promise or achievement
in the field of music.
The Marilyn Solberg Voice Scholarship in memory of Marilyn
Yvonne Solberg, a member of the Augsburg College Choir from 1950
uotil the time of her death in 1953, was established in 1955 by her
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Iver Solberg and her brother, Dorvan. I t is
awarded to an Augsburg student who has music as a major or minor
and who shows outstanding promise or achievement in the art of
singing.
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T h e George Sverdrup Graduate Fellowship was established by the
Board of Trustees of Augsburg in 1947 to honor the memory of George
Sverdrup, President of Augsburg from 1911 to 1937. It is awarded
annually to an Augsburg graduate of outstanding character and ability
who plans to prepare further for the vocation of teaching. The amount
of the Fellowship is five hundred dollars.
T h e Keith E. Hoffman Memorial Scholarship was established in
1945 b;r- Mr. and Mrs. Charles S. Hoffman of Minneapolis in memory
of their son whn gave his life in the conquest of Okinawa. The scholarslrip is awarded annually to a student selected on the basis of academic
achievement. personal character, and ability in the field of athletics.
Two Lutheran Brotherhood Scholarsh,ips of $300 each are provided
by the Lutheran Brotherhood Life Insurance Society and awarded each
fall to outstanding Lutheran college seniors. The students are selected
by the college in the spring of the junior year on the basis of religious
leadership and scholastic standing.
T h e Augsburg College Women's Club Scholarship awards, totaling
$400, are granted each year to two or more students of outstanding
character and excellent scholarship.
The Adolph Pnulson Jfernorial Price. from a fund established by
Adolph Paulson
w110 [aught Social Tcience at Aughurg from 1930 to 1935. is nm+arded
a~nuall! to a college studrnt for the b e € essay r+~ittenon an assi~ned
subject in the f i ~ l dof Christian Snciolog>-.The amount of the prize i s
mcmberr; of the Paulson farnil?- in memory of Profesor
$50.00
T h e Iver and Marie Iversen Scholarskip was established in 1957
through a grant from Mr. Iver Iversen of Brooklyn, New York. It is
awarded annually to a student in the College or Seminary. The award,
in the amount of $250, is made on the basis of need, scholarship, and
interest in Christian service.
T h e Reverend Oloj Rogne Men~nrialSrholnrsbips were established
in 1958 by two anonymous donors to honor the memory of Reverend
Olaf Rogne, business administrator oi tltr snIlege from 1940 to 1952.
Three awards of $500 each are made annually tn ~ e I p c t dstudents preparing for Christian service in either the college or the seminary.
T h e Carl Fosse ;VTcmnriul Chemistry Scltolarship was established in
1960 by the d ~ p a r t m ~ noff ~llpmietryto honor the menlory of Carl Fosse.
professor of c h e ~ n i s r rat
~ ;iupsburg from 1921 tn 1942. The annual
award is made to a fred~rnanstadent whose acarl~~nic
record indicates
promise of achievement in the field of chemistry.
T h e Manivald Aldre Menzorial Chemistry Scholarship was established
in 1960 by friends and the rlepartment nf chemistry to honor the memory of Manivald Aldre. assistant p s o f ~ 5 ~ nofr chemistry at Augsburg
from 1949 to 1958. The annual award i s made to a freshman student
whose academic record indicates promise of achievement in the field
of chemistry.
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Tlte Walter Gordon Sclrnell 3.femorilst CJ~emisrrySch ohrship was
established by friends and the department of chemistry in 1960 to honor
the memory of Walter Gordon 5chneIL a student of chemistry at Xogburg until the time of his death in January 2960. The annual arvard
is made to a freshman dudent whose academic b n c k ~ o u n d indicates promise of achievement in the field of c h e m i s .
The Dr. F r e d e d c C,a d LLWTOE. Ifortensen Chemistry Scholarship
was a~tahliahedin 1961 hp the chemist? staff. The award is made
annually tn a chemistry student whose record indicates promise in the
field of chemistry.
The Magnus A. Kleven Family Scholarship was established in 1956
by members of the family to honor their parents. The scholarship
is awarded annually to a student on the basis of academic achievement, personal character and promise of achievement in the field of
physical education.
The Professor P. A. Sveeggen Memorial! Scho?msh,ip was establish&
in 1959 by friends to honor the memory of P. -4.. Sveeggm, profmsor of
English at Augsburg from 1915 to 1952. The award of variable amount
is made annually to an outstanding student in the field of English.
Alumni Ach.ievmmf Scho?zrships are awarded annualI7 t o three
undergradaate studenk. The amount is goivalent to one semester's
tuition and f ~ e sThese
.
scholarships are give11 to the outstandjng etudent
in the freshman, sophomore. and junior classes for we the follnlring
academic year.
The Alma Jensen Dickersan, .Memorial Sch.ularsltips were established
in 1961 by Mrs. Alma Jensen Dickerson. a member of the Augsburg
facult? from 1943 to 195S. One or more schoIarsh@s are awarded
annually to able and desening junior or senior smdents.
The Carl W . LandahI Scholarship was established by the family
and friends in memory of Professor Carl W. Landahl, a member
of the Augsburg Music Faculty from 1952 until his death in 1961. It
is awarded annually to a student on the basis of achievement in the
field of music.
The Onesirnus Sc/rolarsiU'p. established in 1962 by Mr. and Mrs.
James WelEecbon, is awarded annually in the amount of $300 to a
student in the Seminary who is preparing for service in the Christian
mini--.
The Thorvald Olsen Barrttued~ Memorial Scho7arsltip Fund was
established in 1960 by gifts from h e Bnrnbedt family and through
a church-wide offering, to honor the memory of Dr. T. 0. Burntpdt
who was President of the Lutheran Free Church from 1930 to 1955.
One or more scholarships is awarded annually to a student or students
in Augsburg Theological Seminary.
The Celia Fredrickson Scholarship consists of the income from a
fund of one thousand dollars. It is awarded annuallv to an Augsburg
student from the Lamberton, Minnesota, pariah of the Lutheran Free
Church.
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The Edward Yokie Scholarship, consisting of the income from $5,000,
was established in 1962 through a bequest of Mr. Yokie, a former
Augsburg student.
The Greater Augsburg A h m n i A s s a c i ~ i o nScholarship of $500 is
awarded annually to an outstanding dumnus of Augsburg in order to
encourage and assist promising students in the carrying out of projects
of graduate study.
The Women's Missionary Federation Scholarship is awarded by the
Federation to returned mi~sionariesor to Lutheran students of recognized Christian character and good scholastic records who are making
preparation for mission work. The scholarship varies from $50.00 to
$250.00 per year. Higher awards are possibIe for graduate work or
medical study.
GRANTS-IN-AID
GRANTS-IN-AID
are available to students in good standing who are in
special need of financial assistance. In awarding these grants, the
Student Personnel Committee gives primary consideration to demonstrated financial need which is determined by examining a statement
of the resources and anticipated expenses of both the student and his
family.
EMPLOYMENT SERVICE
AN EMPLOYMENT SERVICE, located in the Personnel Office, assists
stodents in obtaining part-timeremunerative work. Many sixdents find
it possible to pap part 'of their college expenses with money earned in
this waj-. The t y p e of work available m e of variom kinds, including
~ecreationalleader&ip, reptaurant work, domestic service, sales work,
and secretarial and clerical work. The college i s concerned that mployment not interfere ruitl~ a student's academic work. Tllerefore, it is
dsirable that Freshmen have s&cient funds to pay their entire expenses
for at Ieast one semester. Part-time employment may then be secured
in accordance with the need of the gudent and his ability to handle
extra work.
Students are employed by the college in several areas. For these
positions preference is given to upper-class students who have maintained a good scholastic average.
Assistance in obtaining summer employment is also provided each
spring by the Ernploymemt Service. Application for part-time or summer
employment may be made in the Personnel Office.
Admission to the College
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Xupsburg College should be made to
the Director of :ldrnie~ionr;.This ma)- be done at any time after the
completion of the junior year in high school. and preferably before
July 1 preceding the fall in rvliich a &.dent seeks admission. fio appljcadona are accepted after September 1. Studentr! are adrised to
apply earl!- in their senior year. Early applicants gain an advantage
hoth in regstration and housing. Kotification of admission is sant
a ~tudenta5 soon as his appIication is complete.
~ F P U C . ~ TFOR
~ ~ ;hDMJSST0Y
S
to
Steps in applying for admission:
(1) Obtain an application form by writing or visiting:
Office of Admissions
Augsburg College
Minneapolis 4, Minnesota
12) Complete and return the application form together with a photograph a n d $15.00 admissions deposit. TlGe deposit is applied to
the tuition. I1 the auplicarion is not accepted. o r if i t is withdrawn before July 1 for the fall spmester and by January 15
for the eprinp eemeter. 810.n0 of thB d e p o d itdl bbe refunded.
(3) Request your high school to send us a cop^ af your high school
record and t e results.
~
Transfer srudcnts will request the previous cfillege nr co1Iegs to send an official transcript of grades
togerher with results of standardized re?& taken.
An interview on campus ie encouraged but not r e w e d .
After acceptance dl new studenk are rewired to pay a $50 nonrefundable &tion dcposit. Tbie deposit is due by July 1; for those
admitred thereafter. it i due within two weelcs af~er acceptance.
REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION
.$UCSR'ETRG COLLEGE
admits
as h d e n t s . men and xTomenof good moral
character ancl sound health who show interest in and a b i l i t ~to do
college work. 'Estimate of ability i s determined by rank in the high
schooi graduating class. by the Minne-cota Scholastic Aptitude Test or
comparable examination. and bv the h i ~ hschooI record or pserinus
colIese record.
The normal basis for aJrni~-.ionis the completion of the courses of
grades nine to tw~Ivein an accredited high school. No definite pattern
of ~ubjccksi s required. but i t is recnrnmendecl d ~ a tthe last fonr year5
oE high school include four units of En&h, and at least two units eac5
of a foreign lanpage. social studies. mathematics. and gcience. A m i t
is defined as a course carering one academic ?-ear and qnivalent to at
least 120 hours of classwork.
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For entrance to the Freshman class, either the tests of the American
College Testing Program (ACT) or the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)
of the College Entrance Examination Board is required.
A recent physical examination is also required. Students will be
provided with blanks to be filled out and returned to the Student
Personnel Office by August 15. The health report must be received
before the student will be permitted to register.
TRANSFER
Students are accepted by transfer from other colleges and universities if their academic record was satisfactory and they were in good
standing. College credit is granted for liberal arts courses satisfactorily completed at accredited institutions. A maximum of 64 semester
credits is allowed on transfer from a junior college.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT
Advanced placement is granted to students who qualify, on the
basis of work taken in high school or elsewhere, to enroll in courses
beyond the beginning course. Placement may be determined by tests,
or by the level and length of the course previously completed.
ADVANCED STANDING
Advanced standing, that is, college credit, is granted to high school
students who have successfully completed a college-level course provided they received a grade of 3, 4, or 5 on the Advanced Placement Examinations.
-MINNEAPOLIS
Over 400 f r e s h e n enrolled in the faU of 1961.
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Campus Life
THEINPLUEKCES which mould life and character on a college campus are
of many kind?. While rhe exercises of classroom, Iaboratary, and
library f o m ~the organizing basis of college a c t i v i ~ ?they need ro be
supplemented by ather than academic forces. T h e e intangible but
very real supplementary influrnces have n1uc11to do with ereatirg the
spirit of an institution. At .4ugsburg definirc emphasis is placed upon
thf maintenance of a rvholcmn~espirit of Christian community living*
Students are urged t o gite conscious attmtion to this personal and
spiritual side of their development and thus contribute toward the
prevalence of a vital and happy Christian atmosphere on the campus.
It is the earnest desire of those who direct the policies of Augsburg
that the institution may constantly be permeated by an atmosphere in
which the quest for Truth as it is in Christ is prayerfully fostered in
each life.
All students are required to conlplete fourteen credit hours in courses
offered in Religion. There are numerous voluntary religious activities
in which students are encouraged to participate. Spiritual Emphasis
Week is held twice each year. It is assumed that every Augsburg student
will find a church home in Minneapolis and attend its services regularly.
It is expected of each student that his life, conduct, and influence,
both on and off campus, shall be worthy of a member of a Christian
College. Those who do not feel drawn to this quality of life and to the
fellowship in which it is nourished should not seek to be enrolled at
Augsburg. A truly Christian spirit and environment must be the
product of the united effort and prayer of faculty, students, and administration.
THE CHAPELSERVICE
The heart of Augsburg's program of Christian education is the daily
Chapel Service, where the faculty and students gather for united worship, prayer, and a brief meditation upon the Word of God. Regular
attendance is expected of all students.
RECREATION STANDARDS AND DISCIPLINE
At Augsburg all the work of the college rests on certain Biblical
affirmations about human nature and man's relation to God. The college
regards the Christian life as the truly significant life. This life implies
an intimate relation to the person of Christ. In the content of this
primary relationship the Christian also lives in a relationship to people,
to events, to things. The fact that God not only created the world but
became Man gives evidence that life in this world is not to be despised.
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The Christian liberal arts college takes seriously these relationships
and therefore seeks to educate the whole man. It follows that one of its
important responsibilities is to establish recreational programs and
policies that contribute to this end. It should be clear, however, that
in an age which is much concerned with the pursuit of pleasure, a
college like Augsburg should never subordinate its academic program
to leisure-time activities. On the contrary, the recreational program
must be in the content of, and be congruent with, the major inellectual
quests of the college; and both must have as their goal to help the
individual to live an effectual Christian life in the world.
In setting up a recreational and social program, Augsburg is conscious of its position as a coeducational Christian college of liberal
arts. The program takes into account the relationship between sexes
and seeks to provide normal and healthy opportunities for the expression
of the mutual attraction of the sexes. Augsburg offers a varied and
selective recreational and social program which gives preference to
those activities which are emancipatory rather than restrictive, those
which enrich community life rather than those which are divisive or
encourage selfish satisfactions.
The college provides a rarietr- of activities designed to meet these
requirements. The ancial p-rogam includes a number of organized allschool went5 combined with many les-structured activities designed
for specified smaller poups. Tn nttempting to meet the needs and
interests o f all Angsburg fhdenb, we make use of dl existing facilities
on campus and m a t y of those which are available in the Twin City area.
In seeking to develop a constructive recreational program, some
limitations have been placed upon certain other activities. The college
is opposed to all forms of gambling. I t forbicb the posmaion or consumption of alcoholic bererages in dormitories; in any collegeapproved place of residence, or at an? college-spansored event. Any
student found under the influence of Liquor i s subject to disciplinary
action. SociaI. or ballroom dancing. is not a part of the recreztiond
program of the college. Students arr encouraged to be digcriminating in
all types of recreation in which they engag. [hat their time may be well
v e n t . and strong moral and ethical ralues map be developed. Such
common activitie: as television vierving and movie-going. for example,
can easily become time-wasting and even detrimental to the development
of moral and ethical values.
Without attempting ta dictate to the indiridud conscience, the
college regards i t as its right to ask its students t o adapt thernselve.
to the social p r a p a m approred by the college and to follow it as memh e n of the cr~llegecommunity. Although thp college l a ~ dowm
s
specific
rules regarding most mattes only with respect to activities centering
on the rampus. it reserves the right t o dismiss any studmt whose
cnntinuation in colZegr is deemed undeirahle for social as we11 as for
academic reaFons. It i s the policy of the c o l l ~ pthat such action shall
not be taken capriciously, but only after the avaiIable campus resources
of counseling and judicial processes have been utilized. Thus, dis-
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ciplinary problems are first dealt with through counseling. Those not
solved in this way are channeled to a faculty-student Judicial Council
through the Office of the Dean of Students. In all such cases, careful
investigation and the privilege of a hearing precede any disciplinary
action.
RELIGIOUS PROGRAM
The Religious Life Commission, composed of students and faculty,
endeavors to promote a religious program that will stimulate growth
of Christian life in the Augsburg community. Chairman of this council
is the student Commissioner of Religious Activities. Areas for which
this committee carries primary responsibility are the Mid-Week services,
Spiritual Emphasis Weeks, prayer meetings, informal group meetings,
and a Pre-seminary club.
This Commission also serves as a coordinating agency for all voluntary Christian organizations on campus. The principal organization
is the Student Christian Association. The SCA seeks to serve as a
stimulus and outlet for Christian faith and life. Students participate
in regional and national Lutheran Student Association of America
Conferences, and conduct a schedule of meetings on campus.
The Mission Society, the service organization of SCA promotes
interest in missions through a program of study, fellowship, worship,
and service. A highlight of the year is the Mission Festival, a week-end
conference devoted to the study of missionary activity and recruitment
of workers.
The Concordia Society is an organization for all the students in the
Theological Seminary.
CONVOCATION
Regular convocations are held each Thursday throughout the year.
These programs acquaint the campus community with outstanding
personalities in various fields. A wide range of interests is covered,
including the scientific, political, social, religious, and artistic.
SOCIAL AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
Students at Augsburg are given many opportunities for social training
and recreation. The S t d e n t Council through the Commissioner of
Social Activities, assisted by a Commission on Social and Recreational
Life, sponsors each month an all-school social activity which all students
may attend. Most of these are informal. The Sophomore and Junior
classes spon:or semi-formal banquets. The Associated Women Students
and.a number of other organizations sponsor teas, dinners, and social
affairs on and off campus.
,4ugsbnrg7's location in Minneapolis gitw i t s shdmts unique opportunities to make use of some of rhe finest educational and cultural
adrantag3 which the Northwst has to offer. Excellent art coUectinns
are to he fonnd i n the Minneapolis Institute of
and the WaIker
Art Center. The Twin City libraries are evteneive in their services.
The Historical Museum in St. Paul gives access to large coflections of
historical material. The Minneapolis Symphony @ T C ~ F ~ ~ Tprograms
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and other concerts affnrd rich npporiuni~yfor the e n j o y e n t of music.
Many students and faculty attend Minneapolis Symphony Orchestra
concerts by virtue of a special college season ticket arrangement.
Season tickets are available also for other University concerts and the
University Theater drama programs.
A monthly bulletin, Augsburg Plus, listing programs, concerts, art
displays and exhibitions is compiled and issued from the Student Personnel Office.
STUDENT GOVERNMENT
THE STUDENT
SOCIETYconsists of all full-time and part-time students
enrolled at Augsburg College and Theological Seminary.
The central concern of student government is focused on education
to rhe end that i n d i d n d s may develop their full capabilities through
intellectual gror+-lh.The student government relates to this broad objective by assuming rqonsibilities for fm-thering etudent affairs, educating
members to the democratic prace-fe, derelnping a sense of community,
fostering intellectual activity, and participating in policy making.
The administration, under the direction of the president, resides in
the executive branch. The Execzctizle Council consists of six commiss i o n e r w a c h responsible to the president for one of the major areas
of ~tudentlife. Eight boards also assist him in his work.
The Sttdertt Council. presided over by the ~ice-president,is the
branch of the government. Each of the
college classes has its own officers and participa~esin student government throuFh its repre~~ntatives
on the council.
ttrTentponem e d e r le+lative
The Judicial Council is a student-faculty judiciary, whose rulings
are subject to appeal only to the President of the College.
The Student-Faculi? Cotrncil. composed of students, administration
and faculty, discusses campw proble~n~,
considers legislation adopted
by one group or the o h e r rvl~jc!~affects the college as a whole, and
promotes cooperatian and understanding between the students, the
faculty, and t l ~ eadministration.
The Student Society is n member of the N a t i o n a l Student A~socistiaa,
L J I ~l a r g s t r~preserilativenatinnaI union of ~tudentsi n the United States.
Through this organization the students receire programming aide for
use on the campus. and adtl their voice ro the voice of all American
students before Ute r~ational porernment and otlther organizations in
matters of smdent concern,
The Slurlent C;n~:~mmenr
direct? siweraf projects of interest t o the
college community. These projects include ihe annual One-Appeal Campaign. Leadership Training Workshops. Political Actimn Week, Homecoming. 5~lddent Lecture Series, Academic Freedom 'K~ek. College
Union Study. and Development Council. Counseiing of FreAmen by
upper-class student%is conducted through a College Brofher-Co17ege
sister Program as a part of Freshman Orientation.
Associated Tomen Sludents. composed of all the women students,
provides opportunity for the $5-omen to develop meanin,@
seH gorernmenf. Tt aims to create a E;ense of Ilarmonv ant? fellowship, to promote
and maintain I~ighstandards of l~rrnorand i n t e g i ? in personal conilact. and i t encourages participation irl all collepe actintiea. It i s affJiatrrI with the Interccrllegiate .\r;sociated Tomen Students, a national
organization.
The Augsbzrrg Ech,o, the college newspaper, is published by a student
staff.
Augsburg's yearbook, the Arrgshurgian, prnvides a pictorial record
of the activities of the year. Work on the annual provides opporhmip
for creative expression in artistic design as \ ~ c l las in pl~ot~p-raph~.
The top staff members of the Azcgshnrg Echo and the Augsburgian
constitute the Board of Publication.
A student editor, named by the Publications Commission, compiles
the "A" Book. The Directory is published by the Registrar.
CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAM
The enlhusiasm and energy of student^ motirate them to pursue their
int~rest.Jwyonrl the rla~~r-roorn.
For most effective partidpation, ~tudents
with similar interests h a w unitrtl to form clubs. Several nf t h e e are
esten~ionsof courses beronrI the class room. Ot11ers are devoted to
i n t e r ~ ~ not
t s aRerrr1 in die currirulum. Nerv clubs are formed as the
o c c ~ ~ i odernancls.
n
The Alpha Delta Theta, Sigma Chaptm, is a prafe:siond sorority
open to students preparing for medical technolop. Ridership is
based,upon scholarship, character and professional
The Aristolelian Society unites those who have a common interest
in scientific knowledge and experimentation.
The Art Club is organized to satisfy the student's creative urge in
the field of art and to promote an interest in art.
The Business Club draws membership from the Business and Secretarial Studies classes. The development of professional interests is
the major objective.
The Chemistry Club is open to both majors and minors in chemistry. The meetings consist of seminars on current topics in this specific area.
The Cosmopolitan C1u.b brings together foreign and American students who have a mutual interest in the culture, language and people
of the various countries.
The Electronics Club is open to anyone interested in the field of
radio and electronics. Members operate an amateur radio station on
the campus.
The Augsburg Society for Drarnntic drrs provide? for its members
an opportunity to learn from participation in stage p~esmtationsand
from field trips, as well as from rending and seeing plays produced.
Membership is open to all students. b l m b e r ~ l ~ iinp ijrarional Cojleg-iute
lJlayers represents recognition for continued excellence in drama participation. It is open only to qualified upper-classmen.
The Student National Education Association, Martin Qmnbeck Chapter, offers to its members associate membership in professional education associations and strives to acquaint future teachers with the
importance of teaching as a profession.
The Home Economics Club, open to all students in the Home Economics Department, aims tc promote professional attitudes toward all
aspects of home and community life.
The Augsburg Republican Club and Democrat Club aim to stimulate
interest in public affairs and give students opportunity to participate
actively in local, state, and national politics, and in other human
relations activities.
The Sociology Forum is an organization of students preparing for
professional work in the field of Social Service.
The Writers' Club includes students who enjoy creative expression in
various forms of writing. The members share their literary efforts in an
ir?iormal atmosphere, and benefit from mutual criticism.
The "A" Club is limited to men who have won a major A at Augsburg. The aim of this organization is "to bind the 'A' men of the past,
present, and future into a more intimate bond of fellowship, and to
keep the athletics of Augsburg on the highest possible plane."
The Tomes" AtA7eric Assachtion at Augsbnrg is a member of the
Minnesota Athletic ,il;sociation of College Tomen. Membership in this
organization is gained by participation in individual and group recreationaI activities with awards given on a point bask.
Augsburg College participates in intercollegiate debating, both in
Minnesota and in the neighboring states. Students may also participate
in local and intercollegiate oratorical contests.
MUSICAL ORGANIZATIONS
The Augsburg College Choir has about sixty members selected
from all classes. In addition to local concerts, the choir goes on tour
each year to various parts of the United States and accmionally to
Canada.
The Augsburg College Concert Band makes an annual tour and
presents public concerts in Minneapolis. There are also a Varsity Band
and Instrumental Ensembles.
The Augsburg College Cantorians, a women's chorus, participates
in school programs and concerts and makes short tours annually.
The Male Chorus sings at various churches in the Twin City area
and makes short tours in the vicinity.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND RECREATION
Under he direction of the Department of Physical Education, a wide
range of recreational activities is arranged for general student participation. Every student is urged to participate in some activity for his own
recreation and relaxation.
An intramural program provides competition in a variety of team
sports as well ae indi~idaalperformance actidties. Climaxing the intramural Frogram is the Extramural Meet, a tournament for the winners
of intramuraI scbedulea in I-ariou~;colleges.
Augsburg is a member of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. The college is represented annually by teams in football,
basketball, hockey, wrestling, baseball, track, tennis, and golf.
IT IS TKE PURPOSE of Augshurg College to provide an intercaIIegiate
azhIetic program wlzich is in harmony with its Christian philost?phy.
This philosophp k to be reflected in the conduct and outlook of both
the pla?-era and the spectaton. The edncationaI program of the college
reco,gnizes that recreation and play are n fundamental part of hlife, and h a r ihjs phase of Life needs to be cultivated 8 physical,
mental, and crnationa1 health are to be maintained. IntercolIegiate
athletics, as a phase of that progam, g i v e recognition to the fact that
co~npetitiveplay can contribute to the development of student interests,
skills. insights, and loyalties.
More specifically. the following outcomes are sought: (I) The shrdrnt participating in athletics sl~ouldacquire and exhibit, both in and
out of athlckiw, sucFr Isaeic qualities of character as self-discipline,
h o n ~ t y . sense of fair pIay. ant! cooperation. ( 2 ) The participant
511ould de\.elop the knowledge. interests. and skills which will be of
special use to him in such r*oc;rtions as teaching and coaching or
recreational leadership, or in his own recreational activities. Far from
being set apart from his educational goal or in any way competing
wit11 it, the student's participation in intescnllegiate alliIetics must either
contribute directly to this goal ar be complementary LO his other
educational actirities. 131 The ~ t n d e n tspectator ~honlda c e r e and
erhibit snme of the finer qualities of Chridian character, such as
self-restraint. sense of fair play, appreciation of high-grade performance
on i l ~ epart of both oppnnents and fellow-students. and respect for
individual personalit!*. (4) The intercollegiate athletic program should
contrilmte to the development of a unified and healthy "schnol ~ i r i t . "
Err Aueiasrn for intercollegiate athletics or other c o - c d d a r sctivitie-s
should not overshadorv pride in high schola.~ticachievement. nor can
i t take the place of a well-roundcd and effective intramural and general
recreatianal progam.
HONORS AND AWARDS
On the 1927 Class Cup for Scholarship Trophy is engraved the name
of each student who has achieved the highest scholastic standing in his
college graduating class. He must have attended Augsburg for at least
two years.
Omicron Chapter of Lambda lota Tau, a national honor society, is
open to English majors who have attained a high scholastic average
and have presented a paper on a literary topic before a public audience.
The purpose? of the Timia Soci~ty.the Augsbwg lionor sociehr. are
to recngnize scademic achie\vement and to promote scholarship. Vembership is by invitation only. Juniors and Seniors who have earned 3
2.5 honor point ratio accmulative are normally indited. while Freshmen
and Snphomores with a 2.25 honor point ratio arc aclmifted as pledps.
Augsburg has a Chapter of Pi Garnrnn M r t . the National Social Science Honor Societ!-. wlirrh is affiliated rvith the Association of College
Honor Societies. A high lei-el of xholarship in the social sciences is
required for election to r n e m b c ~ h i ~ .
The d u g b u r g Guild of Honor is an organization to recognize and
hunor those members of the senior graduating c l s s rvho have shown
tl~emselves to be indirriduak excelliiig to an outstanding d e g e e in
r;cholanhip, leader& ip. and participation in extra-curricular activiries.
The Dean's List includes students who have achieved an honor point
ratio of 2.5 or better in the previous semester of work at Augsburg
College.
The 1925 Class Cup in Athletics is awarded to the athlete who has
made outstanding records both in athletics and in scholarship.
The Harold A. Johnson Trophy, presented by Gerald L. Johnson i n
1943, is awarded annually to the student who is judged to be the most
valuable player on the basketball team.
The Class of 1918 Ortltorical Cup was presented to the college as a
prize to arouse interest in oratory. The name of the winner of the
annual contest i s engraved upon the cup, which is to remain in the
possession of the college.
STUDENT PERSONNEL SERVICES
Tnstitutional semices to students are arganized and administered in
accordance with plans and policies estahIi&ed by the Student Personnel
Committee. Included sre such services as Counseling, Testing, Fr-hman Orientation. Stndnt Records. The Student Real& Service: Housing
and Faod Senlice, Placement, S~udentEmpIopment, snd Coordination of
Student Ac~ivities.The ac?ministralio~lof these services ia centered in
the Ofice of the Dean of Student:. The Stodent Personnel Office also
works claselp with the Director of Admigsions.
Caunseling services are maintained in an effort: tro assist each stndent
to obtain the mmimurn benefits from he learning experiences offered
at Augshurg CaIlege. RTatters such as uncertaine over vocational choice
or educational planning religious uncertain?, health, financial robletme., personal and social rtd jush-nent and personal deficiencies can
interfere wid? the learning process a d are dealt rvith in counseling
sessions. It is hoped itrat through counseling, students will develop more
realistic conceptions of themselves and the sunomding world, and
keener awareness of reources available to t h m as sltey meet the
problems of daily life.
At Angsburg the counseliig procea is carried an at a w e d levels.
.M1 faculty members participate in the counseling program, and each
ncw student is asigned to a faculty counselor who works with him until
he chooses a major field of stndy. At that h e , the major abvism
becomas his counselar. In addition. there are f a c u b members who
have specialized training in comseIing and techniques for dealing with
prohIems of adjmtment. The Dean of Stodents and the Dean of Women
are special counselors to the men and women. respechely. The connseling propam is coo~dinatedby ihe OEce of the Dean of Students in
accordance with the plane and policie,~established by the Student
Personnel Committee.
Students who have persona1 problems are mcouraged to seek heIp
through counseling conferences. If a serious problem develops which
demands profeminnaI skill and more time than the professor has to
spend in counseling the student is referred to tke Office of the Dean
of Students or Dean uf TiTomen. A further referraI may be made to
the College Chaplain, in the ca:e of spiritual problems, or a pspchiatrist. in rhe case of underl!ing emotional problems. The school phyician works lrirh the Personnel Deans in the Ixtter case.
All new students are gitren a battry of t e ~ t sduring Freshman Days.
College aptitude gcores, Englkh, and reading ability scores are used
Ey c o m s ~ l o r sto help students plan their initial progranzs. Personal
adjustment scorcs and the rocatianal interest t e t profile help the
student3 learn to know m O t F about themselves, in order to make the
best choice of subjects and occupatianal goals. The Sequential Tests
of Educational Progress ISTEP) are given to all sophomores. Saniors take the graduate record examinations.
Freshmen and other new students participate in FreAmam Days
before the beginning of classes each sernestc~.The stadenta take tests,
attend classes, inspect the college faciliti~s, and become acquainted
with their fellow students. with the facdp, and especiallj~with their
o w n f ~ c u l t ycolmselors. The facuIty counselors and students have several conferences during which they p l ~ n the student*s program of
study.
A special course in improvement of reading is offered for interested
stodents, Freshmen who expect d3Iiculty with the increased quantity
and complexity of the reading material encountered in college are
~ P C i d yE I T t~o ~flr011i n this COUTSe.
Individual student records are kept in the Records Office under the
supervision of the Registrar. These records include admissions data,
academic achievement, student participation and achievement in nonacademic activities, test scores, reports of counseling and other information.
The Student Personnel Office maintains a file of student government
officers, of clubs and societies, including the constitutions, activities,
schedules, and membership rosters.
The Student Health Senice provides campus dispensary service with
registered nurses on duty. The coltege ph?sician has daily o5ce
hours on campus for consulration and for emergency treahlent. Infimlav rooms are adjacent to the dispensaq. The Health SerPice is
housed in a first faor _~ectinnof Memorial Hd,the men's residence
hall.
two
Physical examinations are given to all seniors. Before registering,
each entering ~rturlenti~ required to have on file the report of a physical
examination girm by his family physician. Corrective treatment is
prescril~cdwhere nccded.
Students, faculty, and staff have chest X-rays taken semi-annually
through the cooperation of the Hennepin County Tuberculosis Association Mobile Unit.
In it? residence propam, the coFlep sin15 t o dewlop in the students
Chrislian cI~aracter.self-control. and though~fulconirleration of others.
.#it he same time. the collep rcalizee t h a ~s;tudents' llappinese, comfort,
and emotional adjur;tmrnt in ;he rcsidcnce halls are rlirect influences
on their general efiriancy in the clwsroam.
Ln an effort to provide these opportunities for development while
maintaining optimal living ennditianc, active student dormitory councils
assume the responsibilities for the adlnjtlistratinn of dormitory life
policies in con~;ul~atjo~i
rr it11 he UirecLor of EcsIdences 1or Wn11te11,
the Hear! re sir lent^, and Fprsunnel Deans.
Llpper-daw studenis serw as t o u n a ~ l ~ r n~
e the dormitories and
attempt to help rlo~nlitor!- residents with prol~lerns of personal adjndment. Tllp lieat1 Resirlr~ltsand Per?onnel Deans senre as resource people
to these c o u n ~ e l o rand
~ handle cases rciprred to them.
A11 lrnmen atudents a n d freshman nlen studenti not Iiving at home
are requireti Lo live in colIege-ol~eratedhousing. Students desiring t o
reside in the city ~r.ikhr c l a t i r ~t~n u ~ tfin[ secure apprtrral for such an
arrangement from the Student Personnel Office. All studen& living in
the dormitoris. and umst sturlenk i n off-campus homing take heir
meals in she coJIcp r l i n i t q room. The c o l l e ~ ealso prorides two houses
Eor ~vornen with a cnoperati\.~huuse plan and nne house with small
apartments.
Reeiclenc~l~allcare npPn to students a day before regdar schedules
become ~ffectir-P.and the!- C ~ O ~aP day after the term clnsee. Students
%rlio 1ris11 to sta!- in residence during vacatiun~ must apply for the
privilege. R o n m ~are furnit-hrd err~p1for l ~ p dlinen. LOX$-rls,
hlankels.
and bedspreads. Laundry facilitit~ arp alaiIa1,lc i n each residence.
Red linen. and tntrels n-iay be reiltcrl rrit11 laurl(lcring fir--ice a1 a reasenahle c o ~ t .T h i ~sen~iceir; ~equircdof all \\-.\.omenstudent-. in Gerda
>Tortensen Hall. =Zn optional linm sen-ire is a r ~ i l a b l eto other students.
5tudents e l y a g e a aonm ai tlic: hegi~lninenf the fan semester f o r
the entire scltonl !;car. Rr~om resema1inn3 urrith depnsit nf 925 are
requirsrl of all 5ittgJe ~ f u r l ~ n tThis
s . rleposit is appli~dto the first semester's room rent. Rooms Tor ncrr- students are a ~ ~ i ~ ni ne dthe lare
summer according to the date of application. P r e s ~ ~~tudrnts
tt
must
make room application prior LO M a y 15 ant1 suhmit tIte rnom deposit
by July 15. After May 15, reservations for present students are assigned on the same basis as for new students. Students who find it
necessary to cancel their room reservation will receive full refund of
the deposit if the cancellation is received by August 1.
All men living in Memorial Hall are required to pay a $15.00
breakage fee at the beginning of each school year. At the end of the
year the fee is refunded if the condition of the room and the furniture is satisfactory.
The Placement Bureau assists seniors and alumni in securing positions.
Continuous contact is maintained with business, governmental, welfare,
and educational institutions and organizations at the local as well as
the state and national levels. Interviews are arranged both on and off
the campus. A registration fee and a small placement fee are charged.
An employment service, located in the Student Personnel Office, assists
students in obtaining part-time remunerative work during the school
year, Christmas vacation, and summer.
The Coordinator of Stu,dent Activities assists student officers to
maintain effective functioning of student activities, and keeps on file
the club constitutions, rosters, and schedules of meetings. Faculty
advisers to student organizations are approved by the Coordinator.
The program of student activities is a primary responsibility of the
Executive Council and the Student Council which is the legislative body
of the Augsburg Student Society.
Liaison between the Student Society and Faculty and Administration
is the function of the Student-Faculty Committee.
A weekly bulletin of events is prepared by the Student Personnel
Office. Also, the college activities calendar is kept by the Coordinator
of Student Activities assisted by the chairman of the Commission on
Student Organizations.
EXAMINATIONS
T&s are given periodically throughout the semester. In the course
of e ~ c hsemester, reports of the grades attained are made to the Registrar who forwards them to the counselors and students. Final reports
are sent at the close of each semester to the parents and students.
Written examinations are regularly scheduled at the close of each
semester. No student or class may arrange to take a final examination
in any course before the examination week.
Absence from a final examination without a sufficient reason will
grade of failure in the course concerned. A student who has
to be &sent from a h a 1 m i n a t i o n because of a conflict with outside
work from which he cannot ahtain an excuse, may arrange to take
such an mamination during some period after the time on which the
mult i n a
subject is scheduled.
If a student has obtained permission from the Dean of the College
to take a final examination at another hour than that scheduled, he is
charged a fee of $2.00 for such an examination. Before the student
takes the examination, he mmt obtain a statement from the Registrar's
ofice and bring it to the teacher concerned.
COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATIONS
Comprehensive examinations map be permitted in courses in which
h e Committee on Admissions and Student Standing believe the student
has adequate preparation or background. Students who wish to take a
comprehensive examination must apply in writing to this committee.
W h e n permission is granted, the necessary approval foms may be
secured at the a5ce of the Registrar. A fee of $5.00 is charged for each
examination and must be paid in advance. Examination questions and
the answers wiIl be filed in the Registrar's office.
GRADE VALUES
A -Superior, 3 honor puinb per credit
B -Very good, 2 honor paints per credit
C -Satisfactory, I honor point per credit
D -Passable, no honor points per credit
F -Failure, minus 1honor point per credit
E - Condition
I - Incomplete
CONDITIONS AND INCOMPLETES
A condition or an incomplete received at the end of the semester must
be removed within the first six weeks of classes of the following semester, or within a year if the student has not re-enrolled. 11 incompletes
Academic Administrotion / 39
and conditions are not removed within the time rtflowed, the condition
automatically becomes a failure and the incomplete map be changed to
a passing grade only when the average of Lhe previans work is sufficiently high. The final grade after the condition examination is taken
may not be higher than D. A fee of $2.00 is charged for an examination
making up an incomplete or a condition received at the end of a
semester.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
In order to qualify for the BacheIor of h degree, certain reqtmenrents m u ~ he
t m ~ with
t
re&
to credits. courses, and grades. A student wlio plans to graduate from tlugsburp is urger1 to dudy the requiremcnts as outIimcd in this section of the catalog and in the deparkmunt in which he plans to major. It is the responsibility of the student
to pee that he includef- the rvuirad subjects a t the right time in his
program of studic~.The facull? ad&ers. IF: deans. and &e registrar
will gladly a s s i ~ thim in planning his prorrarn.
For a general college education and as a basis for study in professicnal fields, students are required to complete credits as indicated in
the following fields :
Religion, 1 4 credits, at least 8 credits in lower division courses
and 4 in upper division. A maximum of 3 credits from courses
10, 51, 52, 54 may apply. For transfer students, the requirement is an average of 2 credits per semester of attendance.
Freshman English, 6 credits from Eng. 1-2. On the basis of proficiency examinations, students may substitute Eng. 3, 21.
Literature or Philosophy, 3 credits.
Beginning Speech, 2 credits.
Fine Arts, 2 credits from Art 1, 71; H.Ec. 3, 64; Mu. 3, 7; or
Sp. 30.
Foreign Language, 0 to 1 4 credits as indicated below:
AMOUNT PRESENTED
FROM HIGH SCHOOL
Four years of one language.
Two or three years of one language.
None or one year of a language.
AMOUNT REQUIRED
I N COLLEGE
None.
Second or third year of the same
language, or two years of another
language.
Two years in one language.
Social Sciences, 6 credits from Hist. 1-2; 21, 22; or Soc. 1, 2.
Natural Scierices, 9 credits, at least 3 of these credits must be in
the biological sciences, and 3 in the physical sciences.
Physical Education, 1 credit from Courses 3 and 4.
40 / Academic Administration
All students are required to take an English test at the end of the
sophomore year and must demonstrate a proficiency in writing in order
to qualify for the A.B. degree.
Where the demands of special curriculums prevent completion of the
general education requirements in four years, exemption or modification of these requirements may be sought through petition.
All students are required to complete a major for graduation. The
major subject is determined by the student's aims as well as by his
particular interests and aptitudes as shown in the quality of work he
does in lower division courses.
Application for major must be made to the Head of the Department
offering the major. Majors are offered in the following areas:
Religion
Music
Business Education
Philosophy
History
Home Economics
Greek and Latin
Sociology
Medical Technology
English
Social Science
Biology
Language Arts
Psychology
Physics
German
Elementary Education
Chemistry
French
Business Administration Natural Science
Spanish
Economics
Mathematics
Speech
Physical Education
Except with special majors such as language arts, music, business
education, home economics, and combined natural science, students
in the teacher education curriculums should complete a minor as well
as a major.
For major and minor requirements as to hours of credit see departmental statements.
Electives are planned with the purpose of properly distributing a
student's choices among the fundamental fields of knowledge and culture, as well as among the correlatives of the major. A maximum of
40 credits in one department is permitted to count toward graduation.
Juniors and Seniors should, as a rule, choose their electives from
courses designated as Upper Division Courses, that is courses numbered 50 or above. At least 36 credits in the Upper Division Courses
must be completed for graduation.
The amount of work required for gaduation comprises a minimum
of 128 credits with an average grade of C, or one honor point for each
credit taken. A credit equals one recitation period a week throughout
or;e semester.
Honor points are computed at the rate of one honor point for each
credit with a grade of C, two honor points for each credit with a grade
of B, and three honor points for each credit with a grade of A.
Academic Administration / 41
RESIDENCE
REQUIREMENT
To receive the A.B. degree the candidate must spend at least the
concluding year for such a degree in residence.
DEGREE W I T H DISTINCTZON
THE A.B.
DEGREE
with distinction is conferred as follows:
Distinction
Summa Cum Laude
Magna Cum Laude
Cum Laude
Honor point ratio
2.8-3.0
2.5-2.79+
2.1-2.49+
To be eligible for these honors, the student must have completed at
least two years of work at Augsburg, and his record at Augsburg, as
well as his total record must meet the requirements as given above.
Academic procession approaches S i illelby Hall for Comrnencen~en~
Service. Flags o n top of building denote countries where alumni are
serving.
Courses of Study
COURSES OFFERED
DESCRIPTIONS
OF THE COURSES offered in 1962-64 are given on the
following pages. Unforeseen circumstances map necessitate making
changes. Courses with inadequate registration map LC cancelled. Stndents should consult the schedule of classes to determine definitely the
current course offerings.
NUMBERING OF COURSES
Odd numbers are used for first semester courses and even numbers
for second semester courses. The Roman numerals I, I1 after the
descriptive title also indicate the semester in which the course is to
be offered.
Numbers 1 through 49 indicate lower division courses which are
primarily for freshmen and sophomores. Numbers 50 through 99 are
upper division courses intended for juniors and seniors.
Two course numbers joined by a hyphen (1-2) indicate that the
course is a continuation course and both semesters of it must be completed before credit is given. Course numbers separated by a comma
(1,2) indicate that it is a year course, but students may receive credit
for one semester without completing the other.
SYMBOLS
i Continuation course. To receive credit for this course a student must
complete both semesters.
# Course may be taken with coneent of the instructor irrespective of
prerequisites.
CREDITS
CREDITS SHOWN are in terms of semester credits. For continuation
courses. the total credits for the year are given. A two-credit c o m e
generallT meets hvice a week and a three-credit course three 'times a
week. In the caPe of laboratory courses. the hours of meeting per week
are more than the crcdib given, A semester is appmximate\!- 1S J V P P ~ S
in length. The normal load for s student i s 16 credit hours per wrnester,
Cuurses of Study / 43
DIVISIONAL ORGANIZATION
THE COLLEGE COURSES are organized into four divisions in order to
make: interdepartmental coordination more convenient and cooperative
aims more easily achieved. A chairman is appointed for each division.
Major and minor requirements are indicated in the departmental
statements.
Religion
Philosophy
Greek, Latin, Hebrew
English, Journalism, Speech
German, Scandinavian, French, Spanish
Music, Art
History, Political Science, Geography
Sociology
Psychology, Education
Library Science
Business Administration and Economics
Business Education
Home Economics
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Mathematics
Health and Physical Education
Division of Religion and Philosophy
MR. P. A. QUANBECK,Chairman
THROUGH
m~ STUDY of religion and philosophy, the individual is appraised
of those realities which are central to the problem of human existence. The
student is encouraged to seek to understand himself and his relation to the world
within the framework of the Christian Faith. The goal is the development of
an informed and integrated Christian person who is equipped to participate
responsibly in the life of the Church and of society.
DEPARTMENT OF RELIGION
THE COURSES in Religion are designed to give the student a working knowledge of the Bible, to acquaint him with the history, doctrines, and ethics of the
Church, and to prepare him for effective service in the congregation. The fundamental aim in instruction is to lead as many as possible to personal faith i n
Christ, and to nurture the Christian life.
The graduation requirement includes 14 credits in religion. Of these credits
8 must be in the lower division, and at least 4 must be upper division. N o t
more than 3 credits earned in any of the courses numbered 10, 51, 52, and 54
may be applied to this requirement. Freshmen are required to take courses I
and 2, and Sophomores are required to take courses 3 and 4. Courses I , 2, 3,
and 4 are prerequisites for all upper division courses. Requirements for transfer
students will be determined at the time of admission.
A religion major is recommended as preparation for careers in parish education, parish work, youth work, and parish administration. Majors must consult with the Chairman of the Department regarding their course of study.
Major, 28 credits. Minor, 22 credits. Six upper division credits in Greek may
apply toward the major in religion.
r,
2.
BASICBIBLE. Fr. I, 11.
2, 2
Cr.
A brief introduction to the Bible followed by a study of the Old Testament,
including the history of Israel and special attention to one o r two Old Testament books. The second semester is devoted to the study of the New Testament
with special attention to two o r three books including Romans. Reading assignments include the entire New Testament.
3 . CHURCHHISTORY.I.
2 Cr.
A survey of the institutional development of the Christian Church, with the
purpose of creating a greater understanding of its historical foundations. Emphasis is on the Reformation.
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4. CHRISTIANDOCTRINE.11.
r Cr.
The fundamental doctrines of the Christian Faith and the historical development of some of these doctrines. The significance of the Pcumenical creeds and
the Lutheran confessional writings.
10. HYMNSAND !MUSICOF THE CHURCH. 11.
See Course 10 under the Department of Music.
2
Cr.
Upper Division Courses
$1.
PRINCIPLE^ OF CHRISTIANEDUCATION.I.
3 Cr.
Seeks to develop a fundamental understanding of Christian education, its history,
objectives, curriculum, and administration, especially as applied to Sunday
School and Vacation Bible School teaching.
2 Cr.
PARISHWORK. 11.
Seeks to familiarize the student with the work of parish organization and
visitation. Class lectures are supplemented by actual field work.
52.
r Cr.
CHURCH.11.
A study of principles, methods, and materials in youth work for the purpose of
developing effective Christian leadership in this sphere.
54. YOUTH WORKIN
THE
6 1 . HISTORYOF RELIGIONS.I.
3 Cr.
A survey of some of the major religions of the world. The origin and development of these religions and their influences today. Includes readings in the
sacred writings of the religions studied.
62.
THEMISSIONARY
ENTERPRISE.11.
3 Cr.
The missionary motives, means, and results are studied as these are seen in their
varied emphases in the history of missionary work in heathen lands.
3 Cr.
71. THE EARLYCHRISTIANFATHERS.I.
The development of certain fundamental theological doctrines from the time
of the Apostolic Fathers up to the Ecumenical Councils of the Early Church.
3 Cr.
PROTESTANTISM
IN AMERICA.11.
The Protestant ethos in the United States. Special attention to the rise of religious liberty, revivalism, the American denominational structure, and the responses of American Protestantism to the challenges of its environing culture.
72.
3 cr.
8 I . THE GOSPELS.I.
The nature of the Gospels. The life and work of Jesus. Particular attention to
His teaching concerning the Kingdom of God.
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8 2 . LIFE A N D EPISTLESOF PAUL. 11.
3 Cr.
A survey of the life and work of Paul, with a study of some of the leading
ideas that emerge from his writings.
8 3 . T H E MESSAGEOF THE OLD TESTAMENT.I.
3 Cr.
The various types of Old Testament literature. The distinctive ideas of Hebrew
thought with emphasis on the message of the
9 I . INTRODUCTION
TO CONTEMPORARY
THEOLOGICAL
THOUGHT.I.
3 Cr.
A study of some representative trends in Christian theological thought today,
as seen from the perspective of the enduring theological task of the Christian
Church.
9 2 . CHRISTIAN
ETHICS.11.
3 Cr.
The basic principles of ethics from a Christian point of view. Their application to selected personal and social moral problems.
94. THE CHRISTIANVIEW OF MAN. 11.
3 Cr.
The Christian doctrine of man and salvation. Its uniqueness and relevance to
certain other contemporary views of the nature and destiny of man.
DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY
THE COURSES I N PHILOSOPHY seek to assist the student to become conversant
with the great men and intellectual movements in the history of Western
civilization, to cultivate an understanding of the principles of sound reasoning,
and to develop a mature understanding of the foundations of our knowledge in
such areas as science, religion, and morals.
Major, 24 credits beyond Philosophy 2 1 . Minor, 1 8 credits. Courses 2 1 , 2 3 ,
4 1 , 42 are required for the major and the minor.
2I.
INTRODUCTION
TO PHILOSOPHY.Offered both semesters.
3 Cr.
Seeks to give the student a basic understanding of the nature and aims of
philosophy, an acquaintance with some of its central problems, and a mastery
of the terminology employed in philosophical discussion.
2 3 . LOGIC.Offered both semesters.
3 Cr.
The formal rules of sound reasoning. The nature and functions of language;
fallacies in reasoning; definition; principles of deductive reasoning; induction.
A brief introduction to the notation of modern symbolic logic.
4 1 , 4 2 . HISTORYOF PHILOSOPHY. Prereq. 2 1 . I, 11.
3, 3 Cr.
An historical survey of the outstanding men and movements in the development
of philosophical thought from the Greeks through Kant. Some reading in
selected primary sources.
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Upper Division Courses
53. PLATOAND ARISTOTLE. Prereq. 42. I.
3 Cr.
A careful study and analysis of selected writings of each of these two great
philosophers. Extensive reading required. (Offered 1963-64.)
54. AUGUSTINE
AND AQUINAS. Prereq. 42. 11.
3 Cr.
A careful study and analysis of the most important philosophical writings of
each. Extensive reading required. (Offered 1963-64.)
63. RATIONALISM.Prereq. 42. I.
3 Cr.
A study of this important movement through the writings of its chief exponents: Descartes, Spinoza, Leibniz. Extensive reading required. (Offered 196364.)
cr-
3
64. EMPIRICISM. Prereq. 42. 11.
A study of this important and influential movement through the writings of its
outstanding modern representatives. Emphasis is placed upon the works of Locke,
Berkeley, and Hume. (Offered 1963-64.)
65. GERMANIDEALISM. Prereq. 42. I.
3 Cr.
A study of Kant and his immediate successors. Reading of selected primary
sources supplements classroom lectures and discussion. The first half of the
course is devoted entirely to a careful study of the philosophy of Kant. (Offered
1962-63.)
66. EXISTENTIALISM.Prereq. 42. 11.
3 Cr.
A study of modern existentialism from Kierkegaard to the present day. Emphasis is placed upon the reading of selected primary source materials. (Offered
1962-63.)
7 I . CONTEMPORARY
PHILOSOPHY. Prereq. 42. I.
3 Cr.
An historical survey of the main currents of philosophical thought since Kant.
Some reading in primary sources. (Offered 1963-64.)
3 Cr.
73. PHILOSOPHY
OF SCIENCE.Prereq. 42. I.
A study of the meaning, methods, and implications of modern science by
means of an analysis of basic concepts, presuppositions, and procedures. (Offered
1962-63.)
3 Cr.
OF RELIGION.Prereq. 21. I.
85. PHILOSOPHY
An inquiry into the nature of religious faith and experience with special attention to the problem of the nature of religious language. (Offered 1962-63.)
3 cr.
86. MORALPHILOSOPHY.Prereq. 21. 11.
An inquiry into the nature of the moral experience, and an analysis of the language of moral discourse. ( W e r e d 1962-63.)
91, 92. PHILOSOPHY SEMINAR. Prereq. #. I, II.
1-3, 1-3 Cr.
For philosophy majors. Individual study and research on some philosophical
topic of interest to the student, worked out in consultation with the head
of the department.
Division of the Humanities
MR. THORSON,Chairman
IT rs THE PURPOSE of the Division of the Humanities to transmit to the students
a knowledge of and interest in the cultural heritage of mankind, and to assist
the student in finding his place within this culture. The Division seeks to
stimulate the student's desire to acquaint himself with the cultural treasures
as these are found in language, literature, and the h e arts, and to seek an expression of these upon the basis and within the framework of the Christian faith.
DEPARTMENT OF NEW TESTAMENT GREEK, LATIN,
AND HEBREW
THECOURSES in this department aim to give the students a direct insight into
our biblical and classical heritage. Hebrew and New Testament Greek are tools
by which a student may gain a more complete understanding of the Scriptures.
A knowledge of New Testament Greek is a standard prerequisite for admission
to most theological seminaries.
Combined Major in Greek and Latin:
14 credits in Latin.
20
credits in New Testament Greek and
N E W TESTAMENT GREEK
Minor: t o credits.
I-2.f
ELEMENTSOF NEW TESTAMENT
GREEK. I, 11.
8 Cr.
In addition to the theoretical and practical study of the grammar of' the Greek
language of the New Testament, the course will cover the manuscript transmission of the Greek text of the New Testament with the description of the
main uncial manuscripts and ancient versions.
Upper Division Courses
5 I , 5 2. ADVANCED
NEWTESTAMENT
GREEK. Prereq. 2. I, 11.
3, 3 Cr.
Selections ,from the Synoptic Gospels and Acts. Special emphasis is given to
parsing and syntax of the Greek text.
$ 3 , 54. GREEKEXEGESIS. Prereq. 12. I, 11.
3 9 3 Cr.
Selections from the Pauline and Catholic Epistles. Special emSphasis is given to
the syntactical and exegetical approach to the Greek text.
LATIN
BEGINNINGLATIN. Fr. I, 11.
Grammar and exercises in translation.
1-2:;-
8 Cr.
3 , 4. CZSAR, ST. AUGUSTINE,AND MEDIEVALWRITERS.
Prereq. 2. So. I, 11.
3 , 3 Cr.
Continuation of grammar and syntax. Selections from Caesar's Gallic War,
St. Augustine's Confessions, and Medieval Latin writers.
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HEBREW
g3-g4.t HEBREWFOR BEGINNERS.I, n.
See Course 9-10 under Theological Seminary.
n.
a5, 86. HEBREWEXEGESIS.I,
See Course 17, 18 under Theological Seminary.
6 Cr.
2,
n Cr.
DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH
THE DEPARTMENT
OF ENGLISHaims to train students in the proper use of
English in oral and written expression; to increase proficiency in reading and
in analyzing literary texts; to acquaint the students with the beginnings of
Western literature and its development in England and America; and to instill
a deeper understanding of the fundamental truths and realities of life revealed
in great literature.
The department prepares specifically for the teaching of English in secondary
schools and for gaduate study.
Freshman English is required of all students. This requirement is met by
satisfactory completion of English I and 2, or, for students of superior rating,
satisfactory completion of English 3 and 21. English 2 1 also meets the literature requirement for graduation. Satisfactory completion of English I is a
prerequisite for English 2.
All students are required to take an English test at the end of the sophomore
year and must demonstrate a proficiency in writing to qualify for the A.B.
degree.
Major: 26 credits above course 9, including 21, 3 I , 32, 5 I , 6 1 , 62, 74,
and a course in modern literature. Recommended for students who plan
graduate study, in addition to those listed above, courses 52, 76 or 78, 92, 94,
three credits of electives, plus mastery of French and German.
Teaching major: 28 credits above course 9, including courses listed for the
major, plus 2 5 or lo, and 71. A minor in speech, library science, or a foreign
language is recommended. All teaching majors must meet the foreign language
requirement.
Minor:
I8
credits above course 9, including 21, 3 I , 32, 5 I , 61, and 62.
Teaching minor: For secondary school: 2 1 credits above 9, including courses
listed for the minor, plus 50 or 7 1 . For elementary school: 18 credits above
9, including 21, 25 or 50, Y I , 71, and 3 credits in modern literature.
A.
IMPROVEMENT
OF READING. Fr.
(Oflered both semesters.)
I Cr.
Designed to improve reading speed and comprehension. May be taken by upperclassmen, but only freshmen receive credit.
6 Cr.
I-2.t FRESHMAN
ENGLISH.(Offered both semesters.)
A study of language, composition, and literature. Themes and a reference paper.
Students who do not meet the minimum requirements in the entrance English
tests are placed in special sections meeting five hours a week.
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3 . FRESHMAN
ENGLISH.I.
3 Cr.
An accelerated course providing experience in writing a reference paper, expository, narrative, and descriptive themes. Includes study of language, correct usage, and types of literature. Introduction to analysis and criticism of
literary selections.
7. ENGLISHFOR THE FOREIGN-BORN.I.
2 Cr.
An introduction to colloquial English. Training in speaking, writing, and
listening. T o be taken by foreign-born students before Freshman English.
2 Cr.
A course including reading of literary selections and practice in the skills of
writing, speaking, and listening. For student nurses.
9 . COMMUNICATIONS.
(Offered both semesters.)
12. FORMSOF JOURNALISTIC WRITING. 11.
See course I 2 under Journalism.
z Cr.
21, 22. LITERATURE
OF THE WESTERNWORLD.Prereq. 2 o r 3. (Offered both
semesters.)
3, 3 Cr.
Reading, analysis, and discussion of some of the world's great classics. Various
literary movements and the influence of the classical tradition.
25. EXPOSITORY
WRITING. Prereq. 2 o r 3. I.
2 Cr.
Practice in the writing of exposition and argumentation. Reading and analysis
of models.
26. CREATIVE
WRITING.Prereq. 2 o r 3 . 11.
2 Cr.
Writing of description and narration. Study of techniques in the composition
of fiction, poetry, and drama. Individual and group projects.
3 I . MEDIEVAL
LITERATURE.
Prereq. 2 o r 3. I.
2 Cr.
Literature of the Middle Ages, chiefiy English. Special at Show less