  {"id":3357,"date":"2012-08-08T22:10:41","date_gmt":"2012-08-09T03:10:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/?page_id=3357"},"modified":"2026-02-10T17:49:34","modified_gmt":"2026-02-10T17:49:34","slug":"education","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/education\/","title":{"rendered":"Education"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In the ÂÌ²èÖ±²¥ Education Department, we believe in preparing knowledgeable, responsive teachers committed to educating all learners in a diverse and changing world. Developing a greater understanding of your vocation as an educator is as important as developing the knowledge, skills, and practice of a teacher. Augsburg offers a variety of programs to help future educators make a difference in the lives and learning of P-12 students.<\/p>\n<h2>Education degrees for busy professionals<\/h2>\n<p>Degree and\/or licensure programs are also available in our<a href=\"http:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/pro\/\"> Adult Undergraduate<\/a> program\u2014a flexible bachelor\u2019s degree program for working professionals offered in a hybrid-learning format that combines face-to-face classroom instruction with the convenience of online learning. Learn more about the degrees and licensures offered for AU students on our<a href=\"http:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/education\/programs\/\"> Programs<\/a> page.<\/p>\n<h2>Thrive Program<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Thrive<\/strong> is focused on recruiting, engaging, and supporting future teachers through student development, mentorship, networking, and community involvement. The program helps students transition smoothly into Augsburg and encourages their academic, professional, and personal growth. Thrive is dedicated to helping education majors build a strong foundation for success while fostering meaningful connections throughout their college experience.<\/p>\n<h2>Education Department Newsletter<\/h2>\n<p>Get the latest news and information for ÂÌ²èÖ±²¥ Education Department faculty, staff, and students. Find newsletters and more on the <a href=\"http:\/\/inside.augsburg.edu\/edstudents\/\">Education Department \u2014 Current Students website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>TeachMN.org opportunity<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our partner, TeachMN, provides free support to anyone who\u2019s thinking about becoming a teacher. You can access perks like 1-on-1 coaching and a chance to win a regional $1,000 scholarship!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/minnesota.teach.org\/?utm_source=epp-share-all&amp;utm_medium=website&amp;utm_campaign=resource-toolkit&amp;utm_content=homepage\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create a free TeachMN account here<\/span><\/a> <b><i>before<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you apply to ÂÌ²èÖ±²¥<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. 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