Friday, August 6, 2021

submitted by alamilla@augsburg.edu

All students vaccinated by August 31 are eligible to enter a drawing for a series of prizes that include either a $200 VISA gift card, a parking pass for the 2021-22 academic year (surface lot and street parking only) or $500 discounts on Augsburg dining and bookstore purchases.

To enter the drawing, you must have received either two doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines or one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine before 11:59 p.m. on August 31. By entering this raffle, you give Augsburg University permission to confirm your vaccination status with the Minnesota Department of Health or to contact you to upload an image of your vaccination card to validate your vaccination status.

This fall, vaccinated students will no longer be required to quarantine (if no symptoms) if exposed to someone with COVID-19. Learn more about the vaccines here: https://sites.augsburg.edu/outbreak-planning/vaccine-info/

As a reminder, the Augsburg University Helpline is available to answer questions from students, faculty, and staff. Email helpline@augsburg.edu or call 612-474-3100.

Prize Details:

Two winners will receive $500 in Augsburg dining services flex points OR a $200 VISA gift card.

Two winners will receive an Augsburg commuter or resident student parking permit for the academic year OR a $200 VISA card.

Two winners will receive a $500 discount at the bookstore OR a $200 VISA gift card.

submitted by matthias@augsburg.edu

Fall semester laptop and hotspot requests are now being accepted for students who need technology to complete their coursework. To request a laptop or other available technology, visit https://go.augsburg.edu/studentlaptop

We are also excited to announce that Augsburg has become a part of the Emergency Broadband Program, which provides internet access for Pell-eligible students. Through this program, eligible students can receive a mobile hotspot free of charge for the duration of the federally funded program. To learn more, visit Augsburg’s Emergency Broadband Benefit page at https://go.augsburg.edu/ebb

submitted by cswanson@augsburg.edu

In preparation for fall semester, the Student Employment Task Force is writing to share important updates on process changes related to hiring student employees.

Submitting Student Employment Positions for Fall Semester

submitted by greathou@augsburg.edu

HR or Payroll Forms
Please submit any change forms you may have for your benefits to HR by noon Friday, August 6th to be processed on the August 13th pay date. This includes routine forms for HSA, retirement, direct deposit and tax withholding changes. Email payroll@augsburg.edu if you have questions or need assistance.

Reminder: You can access forms on the new HR Website which is linked below.

Time Sheets
Please submit your timesheet by the end of the day Friday, August 6th so your supervisor has time to approve it by the Monday noon deadline.

Secure Link to Human Resources & Payroll
To protect your information, forms containing sensitive data such as bank accounts or social security numbers should not be emailed. For a secure delivery link go to https://augsburg.leapfile.net/ for submission.
Please contact hr@augsburg.edu and cc Payroll for questions.

Thank you!
– Your HR & Payroll Team

Human Resources Website

submitted by kasongob@augsburg.edu

Welcome incoming first years and returning students! My name is Ilhan Ahmed and I’m the new president for the Pan-Afrikan Student Union. I believe I speak for everyone when I say the pandemic has robbed us of our college experiences and for some, it has taken much more than just an experience. PASU not only understands but is also prepared to assist our incoming first-year students and returning students in adjusting to this new life. With that being said, we’re looking for three passionate students who can help accomplish this goal. Event Coordinator, Treasurer, and First-Year Representative are the three positions available on the PASU board. Please fill out the PASU Board Application if you’re interested. Keep an eye out for upcoming events!

Apply through this form

submitted by fulford@augsburg.edu

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is happy to announce we have hired a new admission counselor to join our first-year admission team! We ask the campus community to help welcome Summaiah Junaid as our newest Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions (she joins the first year team along with Shonna Fulford, Josh Owens, and Ramona Tran).

Summaiah joins us from St Cloud State University, where she worked in the Center for International Studies. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Polymer Engineering (’17) at the University of Engineering and Technology in Lahore, Pakistan and is working on her Master’s Degree in College Counseling and Student Development (’22) at St. Cloud State University. In addition to her work with international students, she also has experience in the office of admissions and advising. Her experience in higher education, her energy, and her passion for working with first year students will make her an asset to our team and to the larger Augsburg community! Summaiah’s first day will be Monday, August 9th.

submitted by mitche13@augsburg.edu

Thank you Auggie students, faculty, and staff for taking the time to fill out this four-question survey.

Together, the Pan-Afrikan Center, Environmental Action Committee, and SABO Center are working together to spread awareness and engagement to local Twin Cities Black owned businesses. We would like your opinion on your favorite black own restaurant near the Augsburg Community.

* Complete the form by August 15th, 2021 at 7:00 pm*

Fill out form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1LSCzPnImkD_aVVMtHS87pAOl15cP8Z6wESYM-NOrgJ8/viewform

Thank you Auggies!
Pan-Afrikan Center/ PAC Fellow- Tesha Mitchell

If you have any questions, please contact Azania Tripp, Pan-Afrikan Center Director at tripp@augsburg.edu