Tuesday, April 7, 2020

submitted by stepanek@augsburg.edu

Subobject # 6457:

People should use the 6457 sub-object number when coding invoices and p-card expenses that are the result of Augsburg’s response to the coronavirus. Augsburg will need this information as it monitors the appropriate use of federal stimulus funds and other governmental aid, assesses the impact for insurance purposes, and reports the financial impact to the Board, bond holders and credit agencies. So, being thorough is very important.

If anyone runs into issues (e.g., a cost center not set up for subobjects), they can email Administrative Accounting (administrative.accounting.grp@augsburg.edu).

Thank you.

submitted by reeck@augsburg.edu

To attend the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program Zoom – From Microinequities to Inclusion Workshop tomorrow (4/7) from 8:00-10:00 a.m., use Zoom Link: https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/416302634?pwd=TW4yYjV0NnVBenRwbnR0TTRCZ0hpZz09 and Zoom Password: AugsburgDI.

submitted by grayk2@augsburg.edu

Looking for a job or internship? Before you submit your application, have your resume and/or cover letter reviewed by a Career Peer Advisor.
Virtual Drop-In Hours are Tuesdays-Fridays 10:00 a.m.-3:45 p.m. (CST) via Zoom. No appointment needed!

Click here to meet with a Career Peer Advisor today!

submitted by stoddard@augsburg.edu

The Center for Global Education and Experience (Study Abroad & Away) is operating remotely and we have appointments available via Zoom. Our staff and peer advisors are here to support you as you plan ahead for the future!

Semester and short-term programs in the US and internationally are available for fall semester and beyond. Short-term courses for spring break and summer 2021 have destinations in the following locations: Guatemala, New York City, Minnesota Tribal Lands, Cuba, Germany, and Italy.

Our advisors are here to help every Auggie – whether you’re just getting started with Study Abroad & Away, or you already have a program chosen. Schedule an appointment here:

https://go.oncehub.com/StudyAbroadAwayAppointments

You can also send us an email: abroad@augsburg.edu, or stop by our website, below:

https://studyabroad.augsburg.edu/

submitted by stoddard@augsburg.edu

Are you a Comm Major looking to study abroad? Want to get intercultural experience? Interested in using your media skills to engage in social justice issues? Join us for the Fall 2020 semester in Mexico:

COMMUNICATION & MEDIA STUDIES: MIGRATION & SOCIAL CHANGE IN MEXICO

Develop yourself as a socially conscious media professional equipped for the challenges of modern-day media! During your semester in Cuernavaca, Mexico, you will:

-Hear from experienced professionals on responsible journalism on critical issues such as (im)migration and the environment.

-Listen to the stories from those traditionally marginalized by society such as migrants, deportees, immigrant returnees from the U.S. and Canada, indigenous people, women, LGBTQ people, and low-income people.

-Engage deeply with critical issues facing the U.S. and Mexico.

-Learn to look at the world through the intersectional lenses of people from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Costs for this program are often LOWER than your costs on campus because:

–You can use your full financial aid package for semester programs off-campus

–You will receive a $1500 CGEE Travel Grant on top of your fin aid, just for being an Auggie!

–Daily living costs are lower than in Minnesota!

–Ask about the Airfare Scholarship for Auggies going on this program

This program is great for communications majors or minors in their sophomore or junior year. Check out the website for more info!

Apply by May 1

Get more information and apply online

submitted by jacobsn@augsburg.edu

Many folks in the Augsburg community have asked about donating to the Campus Cupboard. Thank you!

In order to continue stocking the Cupboard with high quality food (from our partner/supplier Loaves and Fishes), we will gladly accept monetary donations through Augsburg’s general donation page. Make sure to designate your donation to Other>Campus Kitchen. This is the best way to support us during this time, as we currently cannot accept food donations for health and safety reasons.

https://advancement.augsburg.edu/donations/general-donation?utm_source=Campus+Kitchen+WeeklyNewsletter&utm_campaign=efcad5d146-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_11_05_05_35&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_ef0a215350-efcad5d146-278979901

submitted by holsenk@augsburg.edu

The 2020 Echo Joke Issue is now live! Read and find out:
-Did Augsburg arrange to hold the 2020 commencement over Animal Crossing?
-Where did that missing $1.7 million end up?
-Can a cat write poetry?

And more! It’s not like you have anything better to do.

Read the Joke Issue Here

submitted by jacobsn@augsburg.edu

Student groups in the Sabo Center are coming up with ways to show appreciation specifically to Custodial Staff on campus. In order to maintain social distancing, we have gathered some ideas on how to virtually express our gratitude.

If you are interested in being a part of this project, we invite you to fill out this form with a short video OR a typed message for Custodial staff members who are still working hard on campus through the health crisis. If you do share a video, please add a typed message in addition to make the messages accessible to all.

Please make submissions by end of day Thursday, April 16th. Thank you!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe1-oypKeMZioZwx1KR-0Xj3w64sNgBAWwYx-V3qWtrmeffog/viewform

submitted by sitarami@augsburg.edu

1. End your meal plan and campus housing by April 10 to receive credits to your account for unused meals and days in campus housing.
a. Cancel your meal plan.
b. Learn how to check out of your campus housing.
c. Complete the Resident Students’ Next Steps form.
2. Computers are available so you can complete courses online. Request to purchase or borrow a student laptop.
3. Financial help is available. Request support from the Augsburg University Student Emergency Fund.

#FinishStrong2020

See all COVID-19 updates.

submitted by blom@augsburg.edu

We continue to closely monitor the impact of COVID-19 on our ability to provide summer housing. Due to the State-wide regulations put in place and to account for the safety of our community, summer housing will not be available to the Augsburg community other than those students who fit into the categories below AND currently live on campus.

The residence halls only remain open this summer for our resident students who currently reside on campus and are unable to find alternative housing for the following reasons:
1. International students
2. Students who have insecure housing
3. Students whose home is not safe
4. Students with health reasons

We are directing all students who do not currently live on campus and those who live on campus currently but fall outside of these four categories to pursue off campus options at this time.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Residence Life at residencelife@augsburg.edu for further information.

Click here for information about off campus housing resources

submitted by lgeorge@augsburg.edu

The Strommen Center will be including weekly job and internship postings in Handshake to keep students aware of current openings. Please check Handshake Strommen’s Community Moodle (link below) for more listings and job boards.

Part-time and Flexible positions
1. Cub Foods, https://www.cub.com/community/careers.html
2. Hy-Vee – https://www.hy-vee.com/careers/
3. Walmart – careers.walmart.com

Internship Positions (Handshake – Search Job #)
4. Financial Advisor Intern – Northwestern Mutual; Search Job ID: 3616171
5. Social Media Marketing Intern – Player’s Health; Search Job ID 3705934
6. Loan Processor – Robert Half Associations(local companies); Search Job ID 3707062

Full-time employment
7. Billing Representative – UnitedHealth, Job Id: 871823 https://careers.unitedhealthgroup.com/
8. Dev Ops Engineer –Cyber Security – Target Corp, Job Id: r0000046941 https://jobs.target.com/
9. Escalated Complaints Specialist 1 –Wells Fargo; Job Id: 5542685 https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/

Also visit these job boards for more opportunities:
MN Council of Non-Profits
Internships.com
More job boards on the Strommen Community Moodle site. (https://moodle.augsburg.edu/moodlecommunity/course/view.php?id=1095)

Resume Drop-in Hours: Tuesday-Friday (starting 4/7)
10:00 am-3:45 pm
Zoom link -https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/180161288

Strommen Community Moodle Site