![]() “The people in the CLASS center were so helpful when Morgan was in school. One aspect about Augsburg Morgan’s family remembers with gratitude is the supportive environment Morgan experienced. They knew Augsburg was the right fit when they saw Morgan’s face immediately light up when he first arrived on campus. “It was also a great location because it was close enough to home but far enough for him to have independence,” David added. Augsburg was one of the few campuses in Minnesota that had skyways and wasn’t overwhelmingly big. “We had to choose a school that allowed for ease of mobility between buildings,” Lori recalled. Due to Morgan’s physical limitations, the family had to be selective about where Morgan could attend college. The family established their endowed scholarship in celebration of the joyous and resilient nature in which Morgan lived his life and in appreciation for Augsburg University’s commitment to serve all students, especially those who need financial and specialized learning support in housing and learning for an equitable education. Yesnes Endowed History Scholarship in his memory was an easy decision for David and Lori to make. Because of the experience Morgan had at Augsburg, creating the Morgan A. Morgan faced daunting challenges with his health, however he didn’t let this stop him from living life to its fullest potential. “There was an event we were at where Morgan talked some guy’s ears off for over an hour about history!” his sister Sydney remembered with amusement. He quickly developed an incredible passion for World War II. ![]() ![]() While studying at Augsburg University, Morgan discovered his affinity for history. Lori Larson and David Yesnes remember their son Morgan as a vibrant and generous person who loved to connect with others. ![]()
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