Monday, November 7, 2022

submitted by schacht5@augsburg.edu

This research study (IRB #: 2022-32-03) is designed to compare two different skill-building training programs that may help college students develop adjustment-related skills. You are eligible to participate if you are a current Augsburg undergraduate student.

If you decide to participate, you will be asked to come to our Augsburg Psychology research laboratory for 4 sessions over the course of one month. The sessions include an initial orientation meeting and three sessions focused on one of two skills-building programs (you will be randomly assigned to one of the two–like a flip of a coin). Both programs involve mini-informational videos as well as experiential activities for you to complete. We will also have you complete a few personality measures. You will be assigned a peer coach who will work with you as progress through the study and guide you through the study components. Each of the sessions will last approximately 30 to 45 minutes. Finally, we will check in one last time 3-months after the study is over for a brief online survey.

Participants will receive up to $35 for their participation. $5 for each of the first three sessions, and $10 for both the fourth session and the 3 month follow-up. Alternatively, Augsburg University Psychology students will receive up to $25 and 4 research credits.

To participate, please complete this participant inquiry form: https://tinyurl.com/Skill-Building

The researchers conducting this study are part of the Identity and Well-being Research Lab at Augsburg University (iwellLab@augsburg.edu or 612-656-6560), directed by Dr. Alex Ajayi, Assistant Professor of Psychology (E-mail: ajayi@augsburg.edu, Phone: 612-330-1146). If you have questions or concerns, you may contact us via the emails and phone numbers specified above.

Please consider forwarding this to other individuals who may meet the criteria for participation. Thank you for your consideration!

submitted by litzinga@augsburg.edu

Interested in welcoming the class of 2027 and being apart of the Orientation Team? Then you should apply to be an Orientation Leader!

Orientation Leaders are responsible for administering successful Orientation Programs, including SOAR, Transfer SOAR, and Auggie Days. Orientation Leaders work as a team to create a welcoming and inclusive environment to ensure that new first-year and transfer students have quality transitional experiences as they are introduced to Augsburg University.

Both part 1 and part 2 of the application process is due by 11:59pm TODAY!

If you have any questions about the position or the application process, please email campuslife@augsburg.edu.

We hope to see your application!

PART 1, APPLY HERE!

submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu

URGO has a limited amount if travel funding to award this academic year. URGO offers up to $850 in travel funding for Augsburg undergraduates who have been accepted to present research at a professional conference. These funds can mitigate the high costs of travel such as airfare and lodging, and can contribute to students’ professionalization.

The application is available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo) at the “conference travel” page. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so students are encouraged to work with their research mentor to submit a travel application as soon as possible after receiving acceptance to a conference. The URGO Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly throughout the school year and will begin reviewing applications November 14th.

If you have any questions about undergraduate conference travel opportunities, please contact Dixie Shafer at shafer@augsburg.edu or x1447.

submitted by johns184@augsburg.edu

On Tuesday November 8th, it is Election Day with classes cancelled on campus. Service hours in The Commons will remain same. Nabo will be closed, and Einstein’s will be open from 7:30 to 6:00pm.

We are also happy to announce the opening of Kafe Kafeega. Kafe Kafeega will open on Wednesday, 11/9. Hours will be Monday through Friday, 7:30 to 3:00pm.

submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu

Are you a Staff/Faculty member who has studied abroad or away in the past? We want to hear from you!

The Study Abroad and Study Away office is looking to feature Staff and Faculty study abroad stories on our Instagram page with Throwback Thursday posts. These posts are to encourage Augsburg students to study abroad and away!

Check us out on Instagram: global_auggies

Questions? Email abroad@augsburg.edu

Fill out the Google Form here!

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

Program Coordinator – MN Urban Debate League
Seasonal Women’s Swim and Dive Assistant Coach
Maintenance Operator
3rd Shift Custodian
Assistant Men and Women’s Track and Field Coach

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submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

The available schedule for this position is Monday – Friday,2:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
The MaintenanceOperator is responsible for the general building/equipment maintenance and repair of a multiple-building, multi-level campus. The MaintenanceOperator will operate, maintain, and repair electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems. The MaintenanceOperator will report malfunctions and maintain accurate and timely operating logs and maintenance records for building support systems.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILTIES:
– General Repairs: Perform general facility maintenance including, but not limited to carpentry, sheetrock, wall repairs, painting, interior finishes, ceiling, wall and floor tile, carpet repairs, door repairs hardware, locks & panic bars, and related clean up.
– Electrical Repairs: Perform electrical diagnostic trouble shooting, repairs / replacement up to the point of permit requirement for lighting, wall outlets, general motor replacement, and miscellaneous electrical equipment.
– Mechanical Repairs: Perform general mechanical repairs up to the point of permit requirements for all plumbing fixtures, iron and sheet metal work, miscellaneous pipe fittings, and general mechanical equipment repairs and pump repairs.
– HVAC Repairs: Perform general mechanical repairs and preventive maintenance on all HVAC related equipment including belt replacement, filter replacement, parts replacement, refrigerant reclamation, related water system maintenance, fitting lubrication, miscellaneous repairs, record keeping, and general equipment/equipment area cleaning.
– All other miscellaneous responsibilities as assigned as it relates to general maintenance of the College campus facilities and grounds.
– All other duties as apparent or assigned by supervisor(s).
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
– Ability to lift 80 pounds.
– Continuous standing, walking, lifting, bending, stretching, kneeling and squatting and using fine motor skills.
– Exposure to temperature, noise, irritating substances and poor ventilation at times.

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submitted by longj@augsburg.edu

November 8, Election Day, is a university holiday and Central Service will be closed. This includes the Copy Center, Shipping/Receiving and the Mailroom. We will be open our regular hours the rest of the week.

Central Services

submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu

The Strommen Center for Meaningful Work, Augsburg’s Career & Internship Center is excited to announce that we now have a quiet space available in our suite for students to participate in virtual interviews with employers. The room is equipped with all of the necessary technology, including a large screen, microphone and camera!

Should you find that you have a virtual interview coming up, email careers@augsburg.edu or stop by our office in Suite 100 of the Christensen Center to reserve our conference room.

Need to practice your interviewing skills?

Check out our Community Moodle site -Interviewing Tips & Resources. Here you will find information on Big Interview where you can learn and practice your interview skills, whether you’re interviewing for a job or graduate school.

Questions – careers@augsburg.edu

Strommen Center Community Moodle Resources

submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu

The Strommen Center’s Peer Advisors are available to review your resume and/or cover letter. Peer Advisors can also answer quick questions and/or show you the many resources
that are available to assist you in your job and internship search.

DROP-IN HOURS are in person! Our center is located in the Christensen Center, Suite 100. (Across from Einstein’s)

Mondays: 12:00 – 4:00 PM
Tuesdays: 11:30 AM -1:30 PM
Wednesdays: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 12:30-4:00 PM
Thursdays: 11:00 AM -4:00 PM
Fridays: 12:00-4:00 PM

Strommen Community Moodle Site

submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu

A representative will be on campus from BrightStar Care on Monday, November 7th from 10:30am-12:30pm in the lobby of the Christensen Center.

BrightStar Care is a leading home care and medical staffing agency aimed at providing a higher standard to those entrusted to our care. Our professional care teams, each led by a Registered Nurse, deliver expert, compassionate, and personal care. They are looking to hire CNA’s.

Stop by their table to learn more!

Strommen Career & Internship Staff

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

There will be no A-mail on Tuesday, November 8, due to Augsburg’s election day holiday. Submissions for Tuesday will run on Wednesday instead.

submitted by trancc@augsburg.edu

Students – don’t forget about TutorMe! It is available to Augsburg students 24/7 and offers tutoring in over 300 subjects from qualified tutors. Students are able to use 3 hours a week; 3 one hour sessions or 6 thirty-minute sessions. You can access TutorMe through any of your Moodle classes. At the top left of your screen there is an orange tab to see the side panel of resources. As you scroll down, you will see the “Augsburg Tools” section and underneath is the link to TutorMe. For more information on other tutoring and academic skills options, please click “Tutoring & Academic Skills Information”.

Academic Skills & Tutoring Information

submitted by jacobsn@augsburg.edu

Election Day is Tuesday, November 8th – this is an Augsburg holiday – there are no classes on election day!

If you live in Augsburg dormitories, your polling place is in Christensen Center. Bring your student ID!

If you live off-campus, find your polling place at pollfinder.sos.state.mn.us

Polls are open 7am-8pm on Tuesday.

You can register to vote on Election Day:
visit mnvotes.org for details

Here are some free, open source, and nonpartisan resources that can aid you align your views with your votes:

ActiVote is an interactive tool to help people align their viewpoints with candidates: https://myactivote.com/#initialize

Ballotpedia is a tool that allows people to see what their ballot looks like in preparations for elections: https://ballotpedia.org/Sample_Ballot_Lookup

The League of Women Voters’ Education Fund provides candidate and ballot Information: https://www.lwv.org/elections/vote411

Legal Defense Fund offers a summary of voter resources and ways to assess candidates: https://www.naacpldf.org/ready-to-vote/

pollfinder.sos.state.mn.us