submitted by stepanek@augsburg.edu

Invoices, Expense Reports and Payment Authorization Forms

Please submit invoices, expense reports, payment authorization forms, etc. for goods or services received on or before May 31, 2026 by Friday, June 12, 2026. All expenses need to have proper coding and approvals. Please email invoices to accountspayableaugsburg.edu or drop them off at the Business Office, Science Building Suite 137.

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Thank you for your prompt attention and cooperation!

submitted by loro@augsburg.edu

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
Sign up here! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/15t4BSj_mML-vcrVdnD2D7XqFuDXY1oaO2S8jDpos74k/edit

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/15t4BSj_mML-vcrVdnD2D7XqFuDXY1oaO2S8jDpos74k/edit

submitted by anders@augsburg.edu

Research Study on Climate Change, Mental Health, & Cultural Background and Identity

You are invited to participate in a study that aims to understand your experiences related to climate change, mental health, and cultural identity. The goal of this survey is to establish a data set to explore the various intersections of these topics.

Who can participate? Adults (age 18+) who are enrolled as an undergraduate student.

What do I have to do as part of the study? You’ll take a 30-minute survey online via Qualtrics.

What do I get out of it? Participants will be entered to win a $50 Visa gift card for their time. You will also support the understanding of how these various experiences relate to one another, which may inform future research, clinical practice, and community resources.

How do I participate? Follow this link: https://augsburg.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_418ZW4DR7qxSurA

What if I have questions? You can contact the principal investigator via email at: anders@augsburg.edu

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

05/22/2026: Public Safety Manager, Department of Public Safety (DPS)
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000127890319-public-safety-manager-department-of-public-safety-dps-
05/19/2026: Graduate Assistant, Family Scholars
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000127244278-graduate-assistant-family-scholars-

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