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Augsburg's Neighborhood Guide
Augsburg's Neighborhood Guide
The Neighborhood
The Neighborhood
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Welcome to the Cedar-Riverside Junction!
Surrounded by the neighborhoods of Seward, Philips, Riverside, and more; this area is rich with a wide range of cultures, historical significance, and provides valuable community connection for residents and visitors alike.
While the neighborhoods are a great place to get settled into to get some immersion with the culture around you, the PA program will be your main focus for the next 27 months.
Below are some spaces for you to take care of your health and your studies as you build a new routine. Learn a little more about each area, the transportation, and get a taste of what parts of the neighborhood you can contribute to as a student!
Food & Fun
Food & Fun
Check out the button below for a guide to the food, shopping, and entertainment around Augsburg University!
Seward Neighborhood
Seward Neighborhood
Seward is located just south of I-94, and expands from the Mississippi to Hiawatha Avenue. While it's easy to bike through this area, there are plenty of public transportation options such as:
The community of Seward is gathering together to tie diverse backgrounds together with events such as "National Night Out" the Co-op Block Party, Winter Festival and more.
The Seward Neighborhood Group is teaming up to keep the community engaged and you can check out more events/happenings on their Facebook Page
Cedar Riverside Neighborhood
Cedar Riverside Neighborhood
Augsburg University is located near the heart of Cedar-Riverside. Originally belonging to the Dakota people, it has become a hub for immigrants throughout the years. Nowadays it is primarily populated by East African residents and features a wide range of Somali cuisine, shopping, culture crossovers and more!
The neighborhood has a lot of walkability but public transit runs through as well. Here you can find some of the following community locations:
The Brian Coyle Community Center - provides programs for residents including food shelf, advocacy, career prep and more
Pillsbury House - A historic location with early education, tax assistance, and theatre opportunities for youth
The Cedar Cultural Center - hosts a wide range of community events with live music, entertainment, and more!
African Development Center - integral assistance provided for anyone looking to improve credit, buy a house, & more. Worth the stop-in if you are looking for resources & assistance!
Cedar-Riverside Health Commons - Check out the Health Commons page for more information about this location, located within the Riverside Towers.
University Neighborhood
University Neighborhood
Home to the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, this area is full of mini-neighborhoods for students to adventure and live. Cedar-Riverside lies adjacent and is closely interconnected with these neighborhood amenities.
Dinkytown - Known for its wide range of restaurants, shopping centers, and live venues, this section of town is perfect for capturing that college-life feeling and upbeat living.
Como - Quieter and more nature-centered, this area has gardens, walkways, and the Como Zoo & Conservatory
East River / Prospect Park - Located close to the Allianz Stadium and the Metro Green Line, this is a great commuting location with broader access to St. Paul
Study Spaces
Study Spaces
All of the rooms in the basement of Riverside Park Plaza are available for you to use in your spare time including:
Classroom
Lower level Conference Room
Lab
Student Lounge
Telehealth Room
If those are full or too noisy, the Augsburg Campus has a range of areas on campus to use, including:
Christensen Center
Lindell Library
Study rooms available for reservation/rent
Oren Gateway Center
Hagfors Center
Old Main
People's Center Clinic
People's Center Clinic
If you need some care throughout the year (or for any TB test updates, vaccines, etc), The People's Center Clinic is right down the road from Augsburg. They have partnered with Augsburg to provide affordable care to students, and provides services year-round for uninsured Augsburg students with a $5 copay. For those of you who are insured, they accept most insurances.
The People's Center Clinic is located at
425 20th Avenue South,
Minneapolis MN, 55454, United States
For more information about the Center, or what they can offer, check out their website
Regardless of your clinic, you can check out GoodRx for assistance with prescriptions.
In addition, Augsburg has put together a Student Support Guide to assist with any other needs that might arise. While some of these are aimed at undergrad students, there are some options for everyone!
Health Commons Locations
Health Commons Locations
Riverside Plaza Building C
Riverside Plaza Building C
Chase Building 2nd floor (behind the mailboxes)
1600 S. 6th Street
Minneapolis 55454
Schedule
Schedule
Wednesdays and Thursdays 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Riverside Plaza Building B
Riverside Plaza Building B
B Building 1st floor
1600 S. 6th Street
Minneapolis 55454
Schedule
Schedule
Monday 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Wednesday-Fridays 9am-5pm
Cedar High Apartments
Cedar High Apartments
620 Cedar Ave,
Minneapolis 55454
Meet in Building B to gather supplies
Schedule
Schedule
Every other Friday 1-4pm
The Health Commons are nursing and PA led centers that provide care to the community around them. The people who come to the Health Commons are from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Many participants live on Minneapolis’s streets or are marginally housed. Everyone is welcome, and all services are provided free of charge. Health concerns might include blood pressure, nutrition, medication, social isolation, minor injuries, or chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension. People frequently come to the Health Commons for its easy access, supportive environment, and assistance connecting to other healthcare resources.
As a PA student, you are able to sign up and attend the Health Commons located above (just a walk away) as well as at Central Lutheran, located in Downtown Minneapolis at Central Lutheran Church and at the Living Room, located in the Harrison Neighborhood.
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