Augustana Alumni and Friends in Amsterdam
April 10 & 11, 2010
Please join other Augustana alumni and friends of the college for this unique opportunity to reconnect with one another and the college. Please feel free to attend one or both events as it is convenient to you.
Click here to register. Registration deadline is March 26, 2010
Saturday, April 10, 2010
Gathering & Dinner
Complimentary dinner generously funded by the Augustana Center for Vocational Reflection
1017 HE Amsterdam, Netherlands
6:00 p.m. Registration & Check-In
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Presentations
7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Dinner
Speakers:
Dr. Joe McDowell, Professor, Department of English, Augustana College:
On March 5, 2010, Dr. McDowell began Spring Term with 33 students in Ireland. This is his third time directing and teaching on Augustana's Ireland Term. He will talk about the benefits of teaching students on off-campus programs.
Mrs. Jane Tiedge, International Student Advisory and Associate Director, Office of International Programs: Jane's main responsibilities are the international students who come to Augustana either for a one-year program or to pursue a degree. She will provide an update on what's new with study abroad programs on campus as well as the Office of International Programs' events to internationalize the campus group.
Ms. Victoria Graf, Germany, Fulbright Scholar at Augustana, recent graduate from the University of Passau: For the 2008-2009 academic year, Ms. Graf was a student on campus and became a Global Ambassador. She will talk about the impact her year at Augustana has had on her academic career at the University of Passau and her future career plans.
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Canal Cruise and Museum Tour
Through Canal Bus Tours you may enjoy the day visiting Amsterdam's finest museums and tourist attractions. Canal Bus is the perfect way of getting around using the canals and takes you past all of Amsterdam's highlights. You will have three routes to select from for a total of 16 stops. You may choose to do just one route, two, or all three! Tickets are good for 24 hours.
Registration $35.00 USD
Route 1 – Green Line
· Van Gogh Museum | Rijksmuseum | Heineken Experience | Spiegelwartier | House of Bols
· City Hall | Opera House | Rembrandt House| Jewish Historical Museum | Flea Market Waterlooplein | Xtracold
· Central Station | Red Light District | Beurs van Berlage
· Anne Frank House/Prinsengracht | Canal Bike | Westkerk | Jordaan | Houseboat Museum
· Leidseplein | Stadsschouwburg | Vondelpark | Leidsestraat | Holland Casino
Route 2 – Red Line
· Anne Frank House/Keizersgracht | Amsterdam Historical Museum | Madame Tussauds | The 9 Streets | Dam/Royal Palace
· Leidseplein | Stadsschouwburg | Vondelpark | Leidsestraat | Holland Casino
· Van Gogh Museum | Rijksmuseum | Heineken Experience | Spiegelwartier | House of Bols
· Albert Cuyp Market | De Pijp District
· Hermitage | Hortus Botanicus
· Rembrandt House | City Hall/Opera House | Flea Market | Waterlooplein | Jewish Historical Museum | Xtracold
· Sea Palace | Public Library
· Central Station | Red Light District | Beurs van Berlage
Route 3 – Blue Line
· Central Station | Red Light District | Beurs van Berlage
· City Hall | Opera House | Rembrandt House| Jewish Historical Museum | Flea Market Waterlooplein | Xtracold
· Hermitage | Hortus Botanicus
· Gassan Diamonds | Groot Waterloo District
· Tropenmuseum | Hotel Arena | Oosterpark | Dappermarket
· Artis Zoo | Dutch Resistance Museum
· Nemo
· Passenger Terminal | KNSM/Java Island | Muziekgebouw | Dutch Design Souvenirs
LODGING
Please note there is not a special Augustana price - these options are located in the same vicinity of the city. You are free to choose the lodging of your choice.
• Banks Mansion, a business hotel: http://www.carlton.nl/banksMansion/
• Albus Grand Hotel, a business hotel: http://www.albusgrandhotel.com/, Tel: +31 (0)20 530 6215.
• The Owl Hotel, relatively affordable and close to the important museums: www.owl-hotel.nl. Feels less 'touristy' due to its residential setting.
• Hotel Roemer, same area in Amsterdam: http://www.hotelroemer.nl/site/index.php?lang=en-GB.
• Youth Hostel - Flying Pig: Book online: www.flyingpig.nl Email: info@flyingpig.nl Tel: +31 (0)20 421 05 85.
