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Research Study: Effects of different stretching frequencies on perimenopausal women
Researcher: Ofelia Lor, Undergraduate Exercise Science Student, Augsburg University
Mentor: Dr. Tara Mader

Purpose of study: The goal of this study examines how different stretching frequencies influence flexibility,
movement, and overall well being in perimenopausal women.
Who can participate?
● Women ages 40-60
● Experiencing or approaching perimenopause
What is expected:
● Participate in a strap-assisted proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation stretching program or serve as a
control subject who does not participate in stretching for 4 weeks
● Be assigned to one of the three groups
– Daily stretch group: Stretch 5 days/week
– Weekly stretch group: Stretch 2 days/week
– Control group: No assigned stretching
● Complete several short surveys (stress, well-being, menopausal symptoms)
● Complete movement and flexibility measurements
Risks: Minimal; may include mild soreness or discomfort from stretching
Confidentiality: All information will be kept confidential and used for research purposes
Voluntary Participation: Participation is voluntary and subjects are free to stop participating at any time without
penalty. Please do not feel obligated to participate because you know the investigator or advisor. Participation is
entirely voluntary, and choosing not to participate, declining to respond, or withdrawing later will not affect your
employment, academic standing, evaluation, access to services, or your current or future relationship with Augsburg
University, the investigator, or the advisor.

Interested? Contact Ofelia Lor
Email: loro@augsburg.edu
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Thank you for your prompt attention and cooperation!

submitted by smithff2@augsburg.edu

The Sabo Center is looking for couches and comfortable chairs for the office to help accommodate the many student workers and interns who will be joining us this year.
If you are getting rid of any furniture, please send us a picture. We would be happy to see if we can arrange a pickup.
If you have any questions or furniture to donate, please reach out:
Fiona Smith
Smithff2@augsburg.edu

submitted by dammenh@augsburg.edu

You are invited to participate in a paid EEG research study examining brain activity and attention.
Participation involves completing a brief online screening survey first. Eligible students may then be invited to complete an in-person lab session and receive a $40 Target gift
card for participating.
To see if you qualify, please complete the brief screening survey at the link below.
Study details:
 Open to those 18+ years old, right-handed, and have normal or corrected-to-normal
vision.
 In-person EEG session on campus if eligible.
 Compensation: $40 Target gift card.
Please complete the survey as soon as possible if you are interested.

EEG Research Study Screening Survey

submitted by smithff2@augsburg.edu

Frogtown Farm is opening for the summer growing season! Augsburg’s Campus Cupboard is part of the Cross Campus Food Access Coalition, alongside Hamline University and St. Catherine University. Together, we maintain a shared plot at Frogtown Farm, where the produce we grow and harvest is donated back to food access programs on our campuses. Volunteer with Campus Kitchen this season to support local food production, strengthen campus food access efforts, and take part in advancing food sovereignty.

We meet weekly, and transportation is provided. All are welcome, no farming experience needed to volunteer. Fill out the link attached to sign up!

Every other Tuesday starting June 16th (7:30-9:30am)
Every other Thursday starting June 25th (4:30-7:30pm)

Reach out with any questions:
Fiona Smith – smithff2@augsburg.edu
Zinnia Koy – koyzin@augsburg.edu

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

06/08/2026: Electronic Resources and Outreach Librarian
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06/05/2026: Instruction & Outreach Librarian
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000130544220-instruction-outreach-librarian-
06/04/2026: Head Coach Men’s Baseball
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The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:

06/05/2026: Student: Bonner Community Leaders, Academic Year 2026-27
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