Friday, October 3, 2025

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Public Safety and Facilities Announcements

Teaching and Learning

General Announcements

Event Announcements

Keeping Track of Auggies

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Public Safety and Facilities Announcements

Temporary Handrail Installed on Si Melby Steps


submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

The Si-Melby steps are now open for exiting use after the renovation of the steps has been completed. A reminder that the exterior doors are locked for safety purposes unless unlocked by DPS. A temporary handrail has been installed until the Galvanized handrails are completed and installed in the next week or two.

Teaching and Learning

URGO Academic Year Research Applications Closed

submitted by lynchss7@augsburg.edu

Thank you for your interest in applying for research funding for Academic Year Research through URGO. Due to an overwhelming number of applications and limited resources, we have reached our funding capacity earlier than anticipated. As a result, we are no longer accepting additional applications.

We greatly appreciate the enthusiasm and commitment to research demonstrated by our applicants, and we encourage you to consider applying in future cycles.

General Announcements

Stafa Strong Fundraiser: Support the Adam Family and Their Battle with Cancer

submitted by eriee@augsburg.edu

Mustafa Adam is an alumni of Augsburg University and the Augsburg Football team. At only 29 years old Mustafa has undergone his 6th cancer related surgery. This continues to be difficult on their family emotionally and financially. A group of his friends have put together a fundraiser for Mustafa and his family to help with costs for their family to navigate this difficult time. Mustafa is a beloved Auggie Alumni, loving husband, and father to two beautiful children. Please consider donating via venmo : @Stafa-Strong-5k , 100% of the donation goes to the Adam family.

There is a 5k race to help fundraise on Saturday, October 4th in River Falls, Wisconsin. If you would like more information on that please email eriee@augsburg.edu .

https://www.paypal.com/qrcodes/venmocs/0ec9f1c5-c6e3-4dd8-a5dd-bfb55903905a?created=1753468506

Professional Development for Student-Facing Staff

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

We are beginning to roll out a new campus-wide approach to vocation, and I’m excited to gather input and ideas from our staff who work directly with students. These events will help us shape this work together as a community.

Each session will be different, but it is not necessary for every person to attend every session. Please ensure that at least two members from your department or team attend each event.

Lunch will be provided so please register for the October 20 session by October 6.

Event Dates
• Monday, October 20 | 12:30–2:00 p.m. | Marshall Room
• Monday, November 24 | 12:30–2:00 p.m. | Marshall Room
• February (TBA)

Learn more about this initiative at: augsburg.edu/ccv/thrive

Contact Jeremy Myers (myers@augsburg.edu) with any questions.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE OCTOBER 20 EVENT

Invitation to Participate in Research: Tinder Use and Mental Health Outcomes

submitted by bloyere@augsburg.edu

My name is Evan Bloyer, and I am a graduate student in the Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology program here at Augsburg University. My clinical research project is understanding how Tinder use impacts mental health outcomes, particularly self-esteem and body esteem. I have received Augsburg University’s IRB approval and am able to collect data from eligible participants. To participate, please click on the link below. Email me at bloyere@augsburg.edu for any questions or concerns. If you participate, you will be eligible for a raffle for one of four $25 Amazon gift cards.

Mental Health Survey

Join Us Next Week for an Interfaith Conversation

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

Join Interfaith Scholars for a conversation on Muslim and Christian ethics of care. Pastor Babette Chatman and Imam Sharif Mohamed will talk about their personal ethic of care, how they practice care, and their vision of a world where we care for all. This conversation is open to all Augsburg students, faculty and staff.

When: Thursday, October 9th , 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Where: Oren Gateway Center (OGC) 100
Who: You! Anyone from the Augsburg community is welcome.

Questions or Accessibility needs? Contact interfaith@augsburg.edu

New MarComm Project Request Form

submitted by leedoua@augsburg.edu

We are excited to have a new project request form. We’ve launched a new, all-in-one project request form in Lytho. It’s simpler, faster, and designed to get your projects rolling in no time.

You can find the Marketing and Communication services at https://sites.augsburg.edu/marketing/.

Check out the updated login guide to get started!

New Student Positions This Week (3)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:

09/29/2025: Student: Groundskeeping 2025-26
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000084733222-student-groundskeeping-2025-26
09/26/2025: Student: Athletics Football Student Assistant 2025-26
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000084302108-student-athletics-football-student-assistant-2025-26
09/26/2025: Student: Access Assistant 2025-26
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000084289606-student-access-assistant-2025-26

Search Augsburg Job Postings

First-Generation Survey for Augsburg Faculty and Staff

submitted by crombie@augsburg.edu

In recognition of First-Generation College Celebration Day (Nov. 8), Augsburg will be hosting events that highlight the first-generation college experience during the week of November 3. These events will be geared to students, but all of the university community is welcome to attend. More information will be provided in the upcoming weeks.

In addition to this programming, we’re asking faculty and staff to complete this brief First-Generation Augsburg Community Survey. The information collected will be used to create ongoing resources and support for first-generation students here at Augsburg. Please provide as much information as you’re comfortable sharing. NOTE: This is the same survey we released previous years, so if you already submitted a response, no need to do so again!

If you have any questions or comments about this survey or about the Augsburg First-Generation project, please contact Vern Klobassa, Batalden Assistant Dean of Student Success and Belonging, klobassa@augsburg.edu.

First-Generation Augsburg Community Survey

Event Announcements

Career Fair Prep Week: Build Your Confidence with These Workshops

submitted by omarhh7@augsburg.edu

Get ready to level up your career journey! Career Fair Prep Week is your chance to build confidence, sharpen your networking skills, and get insider tips to make the most of the upcoming career fairs. Whether it’s perfecting your elevator pitch, learning how to follow up with employers, or polishing your resume, this week is all about helping you stand out and feel prepared.

Mon October 6th, 2025
Decoding the Fair: A Recruiter’s Guide to Making Meaningful Connection
2:00-3:00pm in Augsburg Room
Hosted by: Jazz Boker with Northwestern Mutual – Twin Cities

Mon October 6th, 2025
Resume Ready for Future Educators
3:30-4:30pm in Sverdrup 1
Hosted by: Kayla Troung with Minneapolis Public Schools

Tues October 7th, 2025
Resume Workshop: Showcasing Health & Wellness Expertise
11:45am-12:45pm in Augsburg Room
Hosted by: Nasir Abdi-Omar with People Incorporated

Thurs October 8th, 2025
Resume Workshop: Building Business Savvy Resumes
11:45am-12:45pm in Augsburg Room
Hosted by: Joy Vander Heiden with Ehler’s Public Finance

Thurs October 8th, 2025
Ace Your Interview: Techniques & Practice
1:00pm-2:00pm in Augsburg Room
Hosted by: Sam Sabin with CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

Don’t miss out! See the full list of activities and workshops here!

Popcorn with HR – Meet the Team – October 9

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

Thursday October 9, 2025
2:00 – 4:00 PM
Memorial Hall 20

Come grab some popcorn and say hello to the newest faces in HR!

Natalie Tangu joined us in August as a Talent Acquisition Specialist, helping recruit staff across campus.

Shanice Caguana started in September as our new HR Coordinator & Student Employment Specialist, supporting HR operations, student workers, and student supervisors.

Swing by, meet Natalie and Shanice, and enjoy a break with the HR team.

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It’s Homecoming Weekend

submitted by jonesma@augsburg.edu

Happy Homecoming! We hope that you can join us for a wonderful celebration of Auggie pride this weekend.

Schedule:

TODAY, Friday, October 3:

• Distinguished Alumni Award Ceremony and Luncheon (12:00 p.m. ceremony, 1:00 p.m. lunch)

•50th Reunion for the Class of 1975 (2:00–5:00 p.m.)

Saturday, October 4:

•Homecoming Chapel (10:00–11:00 a.m.)

•Taste of Augsburg in the Quad. Music will be provided by the Augsburg Pep Band and Cristian Baca Perez ’16, DJ and First Decade Award recipient (10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.)

• Football Game vs. St. Olaf (12:00 p.m.)

• Homecoming Music Showcase and Dessert Reception (7:00–9:00 p.m.)

For more information, visit https://engagement.augsburg.edu/e/auggie-homecoming-2025

If you have any questions about Homecoming events, please contact Nate Berkas (berkasn@augsbug.edu) or Maggie Jones (jonesma@augsburg.edu)

Homecoming 2025 Info

Augsburg Exploration Day – October 8

submitted by klobassa@augsburg.edu

Augsburg Exploration Day is scheduled for the afternoon of Oct. 8 from noon – 5pm. From 1-5pm that day, all undergraduate classes are cancelled and there are a series of events planned for students:
– First-Year Convocation: Noon-1:00 pm, Hoversten Chapel
– AI in the Workplace Alumni Career Panel: 1:00-2:00 pm, Sateren Auditorium (Anderson Music Hall)
– Meet Your School Events (Free school branded aluminum water bottles while supplies last): 2-3:30 pm
– Schwartz School of the Arts = Old Main 210
– School of Business = OGC 100
– School of Humanities and Social Sciences = Foss Atrium
– School of Natural Sciences and School of Health = Hagfors 150
Strommen Center Events:
– Resumania – Resume Drop-In Review: Noon – 3:00 pm, Strommen Center (Christensen 100)
– What Can I Do With This Major?: 2:00-3:00 pm, Marshall Room, Christensen Center
– Career Planning Workshop: 3:00-4:00 pm, Marshall Room, Christensen Center

Click here to see details for events listed above.

Click here to see details for events listed above.

Greenhouse First Friday TODAY

submitted by vaneck@augsburg.edu

The Augsburg Biology Department’s rooftop greenhouse grows an appreciation for and deeper understanding of the plants of our planet. The greenhouse is open to the Augsburg campus community on the first Friday of every month this semester, from noon to 3pm. The Augsburg community is invited to come see what we’ve got growing on, enjoy the tropical atmosphere and marvel at hundreds of plant species from all over the world.

The next First Friday of the semester is today, October 3, 12pm—3pm. The greenhouse is located on the 4th floor of the Hagfors Center.

Stay updated on greenhouse activities by following us on Instagram!

3 Career Fairs for Endless Opportunities

submitted by omarhh7@augsburg.edu

Are you ready to explore what’s next in your journey beyond college? Whether you’re searching for your first internship, a post-grad job, or just want to learn about your options, attend our industry-based career fairs.

Healthcare, Science, and Sustainability Fair
Date: Friday, October 10th, 2025
Time: 11am – 1pm

Business, Tech, and Creative Fair
Date: Wednesday, October 15th, 2025
Time: 11am – 1pm

Social Impact, Education, Government, and Public Service Career Fair
Date: Friday, October 17th, 2025
Time: 11am – 1pm

All fairs will be held in the Christensen Center 1st floor lobby!

Register for the fairs and see which employers are attending on Handshake!

Keeping Track of Auggies

Augsburg Emeritus Publishes Coming-of-Age Novella

submitted by lapakko@augsburg.edu

David Lapakko, Emeritus Associate Professor of Communication Studies, has published a coming-of-age novella that is now available on Amazon. Titled “He Didn’t Know What He Didn’t Know,” it follows “Jack” from his teenage years through early adulthood–although this “fictional” tale is based almost entirely on the author’s own personal experiences. The publisher, Kendall Hunt, refers to the book as “thought-provoking, often funny, sometimes raw, and always real.” The ebook is available for $8, and a print copy is $14.99.

Augsburg University website

Classifieds

Disabled Student Looking for PCA

submitted by dipaolaz@augsburg.edu

Hi, my name is Zander. I am a Senior, and I am disabled and in a wheelchair. I am looking for a backup PCA to help out when my regular PCA can’t. You do not need to be trained to be a PCA, as I will provide all of the training you will need, as it is not that technical of a job. My PCA comes to my dorm every day to help me with certain tasks that I cannot complete in a timely manner.. You would come when my main PCA needs a day off or can’t make it that day for different reasons, and help me with the tasks that they would usually help me with on that day. Some of the tasks you would do daily are refilling water bottles, refilling humidifiers, and making a bed. Expect this to take 15 or 30 minutes out of your day. Then, on top of that, I also require assistance with bathing once a week. Expect that to take an hour once a week. This job comes with very flexible hours. I will tell you what day I would need you, and you would pick a time on that day that you would come. There is no set required time that you have to come each day. The rate for this job will be $13 an hour; however, you are usually not there longer than an hour, so it usually turns out to $13 per day. If you are interested in helping me out and scheduling an interview, contact me at (612)430-3233 or at dipaolaz@augsburg.edu.