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Applications Are Now Open for the PRISM Scholars Program

submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu

The PRISM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Funded by the National Science Foundation, PRISM Scholars receive scholarships of up to $5,000 per semester. Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:
– Enrolled at least half-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, biochemistry, chemistry, data science, computer science, mathematics, or physics)
– Within 5 semesters of graduating with a STEM degree as of Spring 2025 (graduating by May ‘27)
– Major GPA of 2.75 or higher
– U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or admitted refugee
– Demonstrated financial need as determined by financial aid status (Pell or MN State grant eligible or equivalent)

Application deadline: Monday, November 18th, 2024 at 11:59pm
Faculty reference deadline: Monday, November 25th, 2024 (applicants should get permission from one faculty member to serve as their reference and name them in their application).

Students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply as well as students who began at Augsburg.

To apply, visit: https://admissions.augsburg.edu/apply/?sr=1613e20d-1114-4b0e-a4fb-d7cca4474e2f
For more information, go to: https://www.augsburg.edu/stem/prism/

Questions? Contact: Dr. Jennifer Brookins-King, brookinj@augsburg.edu or stop by Hagfors 101, Tuesdays, between 11:30 am-12:30 pm.

The PRISM Scholarship Program is funded by NSF Award #2030638 through August 2025. Scholarships awarded Fall 2025 and beyond are contingent on continued funding.

Funding for PRISM is provided through the National Science Foundation (NSF) S-STEM program which provides support for high-achieving STEM students with financial need at Augsburg University, Century College, Minneapolis College, and Normandale Community College.

General Announcements

Thó Wiŋ Magazine Now Taking Literary and Visual Art Submissions

submitted by covalt@augsburg.edu

The Thó Wiŋ Magazine is now open for submissions! If you have artwork, photography, poetry, short stories, or academic writing you want to see published, you can submit at https://forms.gle/a6oduy4vwrvVZi138.

We are looking to include a wide variety of Augsburg community voices, so if you have any questions about whether your work belongs in a literary magazine, please be assured that your submissions would be more than welcome!

We are taking all types of creative/academic work until March 24, 2025. More information on how and what to submit can be found on our submission form.

Submit here!

Remaining Sessions: STW’s Continuing Education Series

submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu

Join us for the remaining sessions of STW’s Continuing Education Series designed to empower you with the tools and insights needed to tackle leadership challenges, make informed decisions, foster collaboration, and drive meaningful change.

Upcoming Sessions:
Tuesday, Nov 12: The Coin Flip Model of Responsible Decision-Making
Tuesday, Nov 19: Communication, Clarity, and Collaboration
Tuesday, Nov 26th: Mindful Implementation and Change

All Sessions are Online, last 90 minutes, and start at 12:00 pm CST. All sessions are taught by Elaine Eschenbacher.

Use the coupon code: #STWSeries75 to receive 75% off the registration fee.

Register –> https://bit.ly/STWCEseries24

Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program Requirement Reminder

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete the University’s Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program and stay in good-standing every year following completion.

To learn more about the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program, click the following link:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/certificate-program/

To register for a Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program workshop, click the following link:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/events-calendar/

To get a report outlining your progress in the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program, email inclusion@augsburg.edu and request a “progress report”.

New Staff Positions This Week (4)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

10/31/2024: Director of Public Safety
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000023930834-director-of-public-safety
10/31/2024: Human Resources Coordinator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000023843065-human-resources-coordinator
10/31/2024: 1st Shift Custodian
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000023828420-1st-shift-custodian
10/30/2024: Program Coordinator, Center for Adult and Continuing Education
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000023635875-program-coordinator-center-for-adult-and-continuing-education

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New Student Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

11/04/2024: Student: IT TechDesk Assistant, Specific Shifts: M, W, F Daytime
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10/30/2024: Student: ISSS Orientation Leader
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000023632025-student-isss-orientation-leader

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Call for Plastic Bags

submitted by mcgeed11@augsburg.edu

Call for Plastic Bags!
Hey Augsburg University community!
As part of The Great Northern Festival this coming winter, a faculty from the Art & Design Department is creating an installation piece to raise sustainability awareness.
WE NEED YOUR HELP! We’re collecting clean plastic bags (no need to wash them, but no food residue) for this installation. If you have any plastic bags you’d like to donate, please drop them off in collection boxes: Christensen (outside of the Gallery) by November 15th or on the main floor of Old Main.
Let’s come together to support this creative initiative and make a positive impact!
Thank you for your contributions!
#AugsburgArt #Sustainability #TheGreatNorthernFestival

2025 Benefits Enrollment Guide Available

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

Open Enrollment, the annual period when benefits-eligible employees make their benefit choices for the coming year, begins Monday, November 11 and continues through Sunday, November 24. This is the only time of year when you may elect or change your benefits, unless you experience a qualifying life event.

All benefits-eligible employees are encouraged to attend open enrollment information sessions. The first session will be held virtually on Thursday, November 7 at 12:00 noon.
The 2025 Benefit Guide is now available at https://sites.augsburg.edu/hr/employees/benefits/open-enrollment/

Coming in 2025: Convenient Care Anytime, Anywhere with Kavira!
Starting in 2025, Augsburg is pleased to introduce an additional benefit for our medical plan participants: primary and urgent care services through Kavira, at no extra cost. Kavira offers virtual and in-home visits, providing convenient access to care at little to no cost for those enrolled in our medical plans. Feedback from other Minnesota Private College Council (MPCC) schools has been overwhelmingly positive, and we’re excited to pilot this benefit with the Augsburg community.

Stay tuned for more information about Kavira and how you can access these services.

Mark your calendar to attend the following information sessions.
Zoom session link at https://sites.augsburg.edu/hr/employees/benefits/open-enrollment/

11/7, 12:00 noon – General Open Enrollment Session, Virtual
11/11, 10:00 a.m. – General Open Enrollment Session, Marshall Room
11/11, 11:30 a.m. – Kavira Information Session, Marshall Room
11/13, 9:00 a.m. – General Open Enrollment Session, Virtual
11/13, 10:30 a.m. – Kavira Information Session, Virtual
11/19, 1:00 p.m – 3:00 p.m. Open Enrollment Computer Lab, Sverdrup 202

Add these events to your Google calendar! Visit the HR website sites.augsburg.edu/hr and add the Payroll and Benefits calendar.

Email hr@augsburg.edu with any questions about these events.

Open Enrollment 2025

Event Announcements

TODAY – Careers in Government Info Session and Free Lunch

submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu

Grab a slize of PIZZA and connect with professionals from various government agencies to learn more about career opportunities within government.

Date: Thurs Nov 7th, 2024
Time: 12:00-1:30pm
Location: Marshall Room – Christensen Center

We will have round tables with different focus areas for students. This is a drop-in event and students are welcomed to talk to representatives at any of the tables they’re interested in.

Topics include:
1. How to Apply
2. Internships/Entry Level Roles
3. Public Policy
4. Human Services/Social Work
5. IT
6. Nursing/Healthcare/Public Health
7. Administration (HR/Communications/Diversity & Equity)
8. Finance/Accounting/Economics

Registration Encouraged!

TODAY: Applying for Paid STEM Internships Through SciTech

submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu

Are you a STEM student looking for an internship? Then join us for an information session about the SciTech Internship Program sponsored by Augsburg’s Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and the NSF PRISM Program.

Our guest presenter will be Ama Asantewaa, Student Outreach Manager. This workshop will explain how to effectively complete the application process for the SciTech Internship Program. The mission of SciTech is to connect college students majoring in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) to paid internships in small to mid-sized companies.

Date: Thursday, November 7th, 2024
Time: 5 – 6 pm
Location: Augsburg Room
Food: Free Pizza and Drinks!

SciTech Internship Program: https://scitechmn.org/
Augsburg’s Association for Computing Machinery (ACM): https://augsburg.acm.org/
NSF PRISM Program: https://www.augsburg.edu/stem/prism/

Questions? Contact Dr. Jennifer Brookins-King at brookinj@augsburg.edu

Tian – Auditions in Less Than a Week

submitted by schonc@augsburg.edu

This year’s student-directed play “Tian” starts auditions in less than one week. Whether you are already experienced on stage, or want to dive into a new adventure – we are so excited to meet you. All necessary information, including our Instagram and the sign-up sheet, can be found here: https://linktr.ee/tianplay

Play Description: Who owns history? And who is allowed to tell its stories? The student-written piece Tian centers around these fundamental questions. This conflict becomes clear when the audience is led through the life of romantic poet Karoline von Günderrode by two characters with two very different claims to Karoline’s story: Bettine von Arnim, contemporary and close friend of Karoline, who wants to paint a strong, feminist picture; and the Playwright whose goal is to create an enticing, heart wrenching play. The audience finds themselves in the in-betweens of history, whilst being part of Karoline’s personal journey filled with struggles, doubt, and dreams.

find all necessary forms, documents, and our instagram here

Faculty and Staff: Lunch and Learn with the State of Minnesota

submitted by musto@augsburg.edu

Join the Strommen Center in a virtual lunch and learn on November 13th from 12pm to 1pm to learn about careers with the State of Minnesota. Guest Maili Silber will be discussing opportunities for students to internship and work with the State and how to support students who are interested in them.

Register here for the lunch & learn!

Interfaith Conversation: What Does Care Look Like in Professional Settings? TONIGHT

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

Join Interfaith Scholars and the Interfaith Institute for a guest panel and conversation on what care looks like in professional settings.

When: Thursday, November 7 (TONIGHT)
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Where: Hagfors 101
Who: All are welcome!

Special guests include Jenean Gilmer, Program Manager for Community-Engaged Learning at the Sabo Center; Katie Clark, Associate Professor in Nursing and Executive Director of the Augsburg Health Commons; and Joffrey Wilson, Vice President Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Mortenson.

If you need accommodations, please contact us: interfaith@augsburg.edu

Monday: Make Your Voice Heard on State Financial Aid

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

In partnership with Augsburg, the Minnesota Private College Council is asking the state legislature to improve college affordability for all students in Minnesota.

If you receive the Minnesota State Grant, we invite you to write a short note to your state legislators to help ensure you and future generations of Auggies receive crucial financial support. Join us at Augsburg’s Letters to Legislators event next week!

Monday, November 11, 2024
11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Christensen Center Lobby

All you have to do is stop by! We’ll take care of the rest, including providing you with writing supplies, a sample note, info about your legislators, and more.

Cyndi Berg Will Speak in Next Uncovering Vocation Chapel on November 12

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel on Tuesday, November 12 at 11:30 for our next Uncovering Vocation chapel to hear Cyndi Berg, Special Assistant to the President, share her story. Cyndi joined the staff of Augsburg University in 2017. Her role in the Office of the President provides frequent opportunities to connect and collaborate with multiple aspects of the Augsburg community including staff, faculty, students, Board of Regents and community partners.

Cyndi came to Augsburg from Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter where she served as the Assistant Director for Church Relations. Prior to her work in higher education, she served at the Saint Paul Area Synod of the ELCA as Office and Events Manager for nearly ten years. Cyndi has a B.S. in Business Management from Minnesota State University, Mankato and is a 2021 graduate of Augsburg’s Master of Arts in Leadership program – proud to be an Auggie.

Free Flu Shot Clinic Thursday November 14, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. in Christensen Student Center

submitted by pageimo@augsburg.edu

All Augsburg community members are invited to get a flu shot from M Health Fairview staff on Thursday Nov 14th, 11am-3pm in the Christensen Student Center.

Free, No insurance necessary
Walk in any time 11am-3pm

Why Get The Flu Vaccine?
• Protect Yourself: Reduce the risk and severity of the flu
• Protect Others: Helps prevent spreading the flu, especially to vulnerable groups.
• Quick & Easy: Takes just a few minutes and lasts all flu season!

Learn more about flu & COVID-19 vaccination

Time to Sign Up for Augsburg’s Annual Anti-Racism Training

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete an annual anti-racism training.

Please visit the following link for more information about this year’s training:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/anti-racism-training/

Click Here to Register

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