December 2024 – A-mail

No A-mail December 31–January 1

As a reminder, there will be no A-mail tomorrow, December 31 and Wednesday, January 1 due to the New Year’s holiday. A-mail will resume Thursday, January 2.

2024–25 Winter Break Hours

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Need to know when departments, buildings, and student services are open during Winter Break? We’ve got you covered along with some safety reminders from DPS.

Winter Break this year will be December 16 – January 20. Classes resume January 21.

2024-25 Winter Hours

New Staff Positions This Week (16)

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

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New Student Positions This Week (1)

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

12/20/2024: Student: SNAP Application Specialist
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000033131225-student-snap-application-specialist

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New Student Positions This Week (1)

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

12/20/2024: Student: SNAP Application Specialist
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000033131225-student-snap-application-specialist

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New Staff Positions This Week (4)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

12/23/2024: Seasonal Assistant Women’s Lacrosse Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000033388039-seasonal-assistant-women-s-lacrosse-coach
12/23/2024: Human Resources Coordinator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000033343172-human-resources-coordinator
12/23/2024: Talent Acquisition Specialist
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000033339482-talent-acquisition-specialist
12/19/2024: Assistive Technology and Accommodations Specialist
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000033631565-assistive-technology-and-accommodations-specialist

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New Student Positions This Week (1)

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

12/20/2024: Student: SNAP Application Specialist
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000033131225-student-snap-application-specialist

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New Staff Positions This Week (4)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

12/23/2024: Seasonal Assistant Women’s Lacrosse Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000033388039-seasonal-assistant-women-s-lacrosse-coach
12/23/2024: Human Resources Coordinator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000033343172-human-resources-coordinator
12/23/2024: Talent Acquisition Specialist
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000033339482-talent-acquisition-specialist
12/19/2024: Assistive Technology and Accommodations Specialist
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000032928086-assistive-technology-and-accommodations-specialist

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2024-25 Winter Break Hours

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Need to know when departments, buildings, and student services are open during Winter Break? We’ve got you covered along with some safety reminders from DPS.

Winter Break this year will be December 16 – January 20. Classes resume January 21.

2024-25 Winter Hours

New Staff Position: Seasonal Assistant Women’s Lacrosse Coach

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

Summary of Position

Assists the Head Coach with the sport program, including coaching and training, student-athlete retention, advising, mentoring and recruiting prospective student-athletes.

Primary Responsibilities

– Instruct student-athletes on physical health, team concepts, safety, and sport-specific skills on both an individual and team basis
– Teach, advise and mentor student-athletes on life-skills.
– Identify and recruit talented and qualified prospective student-athletes according to the program recruiting plan.
– Create sport-specific practice and game/meet plans, analyze film and facilitate team meetings.

Additional Responsibilities

– Assist with recruiting prospective student-athletes according to the program recruiting plan.
– Assist with maintaining acceptable student-athlete retention rates to the team and/or institution.
– Assist with monitoring and supporting academic progress of student-athletes/teams to exceed athletic department standards.
– Assist with budget management, fundraising, travel planning and program organization.
– Assist with Alumni/parent communication and involvement, including organizing events as appropriate
– Assist with organizing and participating in team community-service event(s).
– Assist with camps and clinics.
– All other duties as apparent or assigned by supervisor(s).

Work Environment & Physical Demands

– Sport Specific – playing surface, indoor/outdoor, weather, season.
– Evenings, weekends and travel required.

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No A-mail December 24-25

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

As a reminder, there will be no A-mail tomorrow, December 24 or Wednesday, December 25 due to the Christmas holiday. A-mail will resume on Thursday, December 26.

2024-25 Winter Break Hours

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Need to know when departments, buildings, and student services are open during Winter Break? We’ve got you covered along with some safety reminders from DPS.

Winter Break this year will be December 16 – January 20. Classes resume January 21.

2024-25 Winter Hours

New Staff Position: Assistive Technology and Accommodations Specialist

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

Summary of Position

In collaboration with the Director and Disability Specialists, the Assistive Technology & Accommodations Specialist develops the strategic vision and oversees the implementation of accommodations for students with disabilities as well as supervises student employees within the department. They manage all aspects of assistive technology, alternative format textbooks and course materials, testing accommodations, and note taking. This position also works closely with the CLASS/Disability Resources Director to develop, implement and evaluate systems and processes that support the provision of accommodations. They are a subject matter expert and partner with campus stakeholders to consult on accessible web and information technology.

Primary Responsibilities

– Conduct Assistive Technology assessments with students and partner with them to implement, install, train, and follow up on recommendations.
– Facilitate and manage the production and evaluation of alternative format textbooks and course materials; receive requests; convert materials, work to ensure students receive materials in a timely manner; collaborate with bookstore and faculty.
– Facilitate and supervise provision of testing accommodations for students; schedule tests including proctors and assistive technology; proctor as necessary.
– Hire, train, and supervise student workers including test proctors, note takers, lab and office assistants; maintain work-study budget.
– Research, preview, evaluate, and purchase Assistive Technology.
– Budget oversight responsibilities for some restricted and/or endowed funds.
– Provide Web Accessibility guidance and consultation across campus.

Additional Responsibilities

– Maintain, track usage, upgrade, and replace Assistive technology resources as necessary.
– Monitor accommodation implementation systems and update as necessary.
– All other duties as apparent or assigned by supervisor(s).

Work Environment and Physical Demands

– Typical work environment is an office. Sedentary work for long periods of time.
– Regular computer and phone use.

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New Staff Positions This Week (3)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

12/19/2024: Assistive Technology and Accommodations Specialist
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000032928086-assistive-technology-and-accommodations-specialist
12/16/2024: Talent Acquisition Specialist
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000032244748-talent-acquisition-specialist
12/13/2024: Human Resources Coordinator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000031766688-human-resources-coordinator

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New Staff Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

12/16/2024: Talent Acquisition Specialist
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000032244748-talent-acquisition-specialist
12/13/2024: Human Resources Coordinator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000031766688-human-resources-coordinator

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New Staff Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

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Meet With TIAA Financial Consultant (Employees)

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

Benefits Eligible Employees:
Take advantage of this on-campus opportunity to discuss your personal financial situation with an experienced TIAA Financial Consultant. They are available to discuss how to help you pursue your financial goals, wherever you might be in your retirement planning.

All meetings are confidential! And, it’s at no additional cost as a part of your retirement plan. You’ll get answers to these questions and more:
-Am I invested in the right mix of investments to help meet my goals?
-Am I saving enough to create the retirement income I need?
-How do I take income from my retirement account once I stop working?

Available Times:
Tuesday Jan 14, 9am – 3pm
Wednesday Jan 15, 9am – 3pm
Thursday Jan 169am – 3pm

All meetings are in Christensen Center, Nelson Room
Sign up for a time at https://www.tiaa.org/schedulenow or by calling 800-732-8353

Schedule Your Financial Consultation

2025 Health Benefits – Kavira Webinars

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

We’re excited for employees enrolled in medical benefits to begin using Kavira for primary care starting January 1, 2025!

To learn more about how to utilize this new benefit, Kavira is hosting 30-minute webinars throughout December. These sessions are designed to provide an overview of Kavira’s services, highlight how you can get started, and address any questions you may have.

Thursday, December 19th @ 12PM
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_mEpM6lXoTdS2e3HbwxlEhA

Monday, December 23rd @ 10AM
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__bUuRRlfRAyDm8OQgXw5wQ

Monday, December 30th @ 10AM
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WWwX8GTZRk2IEmBnt64fRQ

Learn More About Kavira

Payslip Access Issues

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

Viewing payslips on Unit4 (Agresso) web is currently not working for many employees. IT is working with Unit4 support on fixing the issue. Until it is fixed, you can contact HR (hr@augsburg.edu) to request a payslip, which will be sent via secure link. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Interested in Teaching Creative Writing?

submitted by starckl@augsburg.edu

Cow Tipping Press is looking for student teachers for a paid, part-time opportunity to lead creative writing classes for adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities.

They’re currently hiring for the spring, and the application is due January 5. You can apply here: https://cowtippingpress.typeform.com/spring25app

https://cowtippingpress.org/

New Student Positions This Week (1)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

12/10/2024: University Events Student Set-Up Assistant
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000031212025-university-events-student-set-up-assistant

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New Staff Positions This Week (2)

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

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Sharing Sad News about Gracia (Nydahl) Luoma ’66

submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu

We recently received word of the death Gracia (Nydahl) Luoma ’66. Gracia died on November 30, 2024. After receiving her bachelor’s degree in mathematics, she forged a career in computer science. Gracia and her husband, Rev. Dr. John Luoma ’65, were generous supports of Augsburg, which included funding the John K. and Gracia Nydahl Luoma Endowed Scholarship. This scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate student who demonstrates financial need, academic achievement, and a commitment to vocational service, preferably in the Christian ministry, education, psychology, or medical fields.

In 2019, Gracia was quoted referring to Augsburg has “the family business, so to speak.” Born in Minneapolis to the Nydahl family, she recalled frequent outings to Augsburg events as a young child. Her grandfather Johannes, who emigrated from Norway in 1845, graduated from both Augsburg College and Augsburg Seminary, which he attended from 1883 to 1891. He became a professor of history and Norwegian before becoming Augsburg’s head librarian in 1920. Johannes and his wife, Tabitha, had six children, all of whom followed his footsteps, as have many other descendants. In fact, Augsburg recognized this “formative family” with a Distinguished Service Award in 2004.

Gracia’s memorial service will be held at St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 5607 NE Gher Road, Vancouver, WA 98662. The service will be at 2:00 p.m. PT on January 9, 2025. The obituary linked below includes information on viewing the service remotely.

Gracia (Nydahl) Luoma ’66

Automatic Upgrades To Windows 11 (Faculty and Staff)

submitted by harpern1@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg University Staff and Faculty,

I hope this message finds you well. I am reaching out to inform you of an upcoming upgrade to our university’s standard operating system environment. On Monday January 6th, 2025 we will begin the process of transitioning all university-managed Windows 10 computers to Windows 11.

What to Expect:

Automatic Upgrade: The upgrade will be deployed automatically. Please keep your computers on if you are on campus. If you are remote, the update will push to your computer when you are back on campus.

Minimal Downtime: We anticipate that the process should take approximately 30 minutes, during which your device will be unavailable. We encourage you to save and close all open files and applications before leaving work prior to Monday, January 6th.

How To Prepare: As always, it is important to save and backup all of your files to Google Drive or another backup solution.

Classrooms: Classroom and lab computers have already been upgraded to Windows 11 during the summer.

Post-Upgrade Support:

Our IT support team will be available to assist with any questions or issues you may encounter after the upgrade. If you experience any difficulties, please contact your LFC.

We have provided documentation and a quick-start guide to help you navigate the new interface and features below:
https://go.augsburg.edu/windows11

A zoom training session is scheduled on Wednesday January 8th, 2025 for those new to Windows 11.
You can add the zoom training session to your calendar by clicking this link: https://calendar.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=ZGNnYjBzMm9tdHJqMjRucXNhZ2lvaGc4ZzAgaGFycGVybjFAYXVnc2J1cmcuZWR1&tmsrc=harpern1%40augsburg.edu

We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we work to maintain a secure, up-to-date, and efficient computing environment for our community. Thank you for your continued support.

Warm Regards,
NiiO Harper

Endpoint Management Specialist
Augsburg University & Luther Seminary

Dinner Hosting: New International Students (Spring 2025): Thursday, January 16

submitted by hermansb@augsburg.edu

Greetings Faculty and Staff!

We are expecting NEW international students to join us this Spring Semester 2025!

Currently we have 10-12 new international students scheduled to join us, both degree seekers and mobility semester students.

As we collaboratively welcome this group, we plan different experiences including a dinner potentially hosted by you—our faculty and staff members—in your home. These events create a space for our new students to connect directly with members of our community, AND the dinner provides an opportunity for you to learn about the incoming international students and their goals at Augsburg.

It’s really a win-win situation!

Here are the details:
Date: Thursday, January 16, 2025
Time: Pick up at 5 p.m. with a return to campus around 7 p.m. — Pick up at Einstein’s!

We ask that our hosts pick up students from campus and return them once dinner is completed.

Thank you for considering hosting our new international students!

—ISSS Team

Yes, I’d like to host!

2024-25 Winter Break Hours

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Need to know when departments, buildings, and student services are open during Winter Break? We’ve got you covered along with some safety reminders from DPS.

Winter Break this year will be December 16 – January 20. Classes resume January 21.

2024-25 Winter Hours

Payroll/Timesheet Submission Deadline This Week

submitted by freder@augsburg.edu

As we approach a shortened (one day!) payroll processing week due to holidays, we are asking all employees to submit your timesheets as early as possible.

To ensure timely payroll processing, all timesheets need to be reviewed, approved, and submitted no later than Friday, December 20th (or Saturday, December 21st, if scheduled).

No late submissions or changes will be allowed. Any missed time or corrections will be made on the 1/10/2025 pay date- with no exceptions.

Exempt Staff: All exempt staff should have their timesheets submitted by Thursday, December 19th, with all time off included.

Student/Non-Exempt Staff who are not scheduled on Saturday: Timesheets should be submitted and approved before you leave on Friday.

Student/Non-Exempt Staff who are scheduled to work on Saturday: Timesheets should be submitted and approved after their scheduled shift.

Review and approve promptly: Confirm accuracy and approve timesheets by the listed deadlines. Any missed time entry will not be paid until the 1/10/2025 pay date, no exceptions.

Thank you for your support with these important deadlines!

2024 End of Year Updates

New Student Positions This Week (1)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

12/10/2024: University Events Student Set-Up Assistant
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000031212025-university-events-student-set-up-assistant

Search Augsburg Job Postings

New Staff Positions This Week (1)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

12/13/2024: Human Resources Coordinator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000031766688-human-resources-coordinator

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Dinner Hosting: New International Students (Spring 2025): Thursday, January 16

submitted by hermansb@augsburg.edu

Greetings Faculty and Staff!

We are expecting NEW international students to join us this Spring Semester 2025!

Currently we have 10-12 new international students scheduled to join us, both degree seekers and mobility semester students.

It’s really a win-win situation!

Here are the details:
Date: Thursday, January 16, 2025
Time: Pick up at 5 p.m. with a return to campus around 7 p.m. — Pick up at Einstein’s!

We ask that our hosts pick up students from campus and return them once dinner is completed.

Thank you for considering hosting our new international students!

—ISSS Team

Yes, I’d like to be a host!

Campus Cupboard Winter Break Shopping Hours

submitted by kojimam@augsburg.edu

Campus Cupboard (basement of Anderson Residence Hall 026) will be open during the winter break! Hagfors 108 Food Lab fridge will also be stocked with groceries for students living on campus with fob access to cook with.

Shopping Hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 1-4pm
We will be closed on 12/24, 12/25, 12/26, 12/31, and 1/1

If you are unable to make it to the open hours, you can
make an appointment (https://forms.gle/jAndtRdPipVb95eu6) or
order a box of shelf-stable items for pick up (https://forms.gle/m2mNo4QsK1fMx8Tf9)

Please email campuskitchen@augsburg.edu with any questions.

2024-25 Winter Break Hours

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Need to know when departments, buildings, and student services are open during Winter Break? We’ve got you covered along with some safety reminders from DPS.

Winter Break this year will be December 16 – January 20. Classes resume January 21.

2024-25 Winter Hours

Finish Your Augsburg Experience for Free (With Special Opportunities for Spanish Speakers)

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

Like Working with Kids? Need to Finish Your Augsburg Experience? Enroll in AUGEX5B

The Minnesota Urban Debate League, a program of Augsburg University, makes debate teams possible in Twin Cities schools for 1,400+ students! For the first time, MNUDL is now an Augsburg Experience program.

You can support our youth and gain valuable skills as part of the AUGEX5B Special Immersion: MN Urban Debate League course.

Benefits of participating:
• This counts toward your Augsburg Experience requirement, but it’s a 0-credit course, so you do NOT have to pay for participation.
• No specific major requirement!
• By participating, you can become qualified to judge multiple types of debate, which can lead to future paying gigs with the MNUDL!

**WE WELCOME SPANISH SPEAKERS!** There are unique opportunities to engage Spanish-speaking kids and celebrate the beauty of the language through this Augsburg Experience.

The spring semester course will take place from 12:30-1:30 PM on Fridays. The location will be the Anderson Hall basement (near the Campus Cupboard and MNUDL office.)

You’ll complete 40 hours supporting the MNUDL (20 must be completed off-campus.)

Find all the information you need to register here: https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/mnudl-augsburg-experience/

Questions? Contact:
Johan at udlvolunteers@augsburg.edu.

Important: Changes Coming to Augsburg’s Information Systems

submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu

Hello Augsburg students, faculty, and staff,

Over the next 4–5 years, Augsburg will be changing its primary information system (called Unit4 or formerly Agresso). This change will involve moving from our current campus-based Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system with numerous third-party systems to a unified, cloud-based ERP system.

This is a complex, multi-year, campus-wide project that involves how we manage student records, registration, human resources, finances, and more. Simply put, how you interact with Augsburg as a student or employee will be changing and improving once we have made the change. How you register for classes, record time worked and time off, submit grades for your courses, and so on—all will be modernized and, ideally, improved.

Such a change can be both exciting and daunting for people so we intend to support you in this transition with plenty of information, communication, and campus engagement as the project moves forward. The first steps will be to document business processes and engage key functional areas in preparation for campus visits by potential vendors this spring.

On the project web page https://sites.augsburg.edu/it/about-it/cloud-erp-project/ you’ll find information on project timeline, decision process, and project goals. That project page will grow and expand over time. If you have any questions about the project please feel free to reach out to me at any time.

– Scott Krajewski ’94, ’21 MBA
AVP for IT

Visit the Cloud ERP Project web page

Central Services Hours During Winter Break

submitted by longj@augsburg.edu

Central Services will be closed 12/24/24, 12/25/24, 12/31/24 and 1/1/25.

Copy Center: Weekdays 9am to 4pm (starting 12/16/24 until 1/20/25)

Mailroom: No public hours. Please stop into the Copy Center or email mailship@augsburg.edu if you have questions.

Shipping/Receiving: Weekdays 10am to 3pm, No package delivery during break.

Central Services

No Package Delivery During Winter Break

submitted by longj@augsburg.edu

Packages will not be delivered during Winter Break. Shipping/Receiving will be open our regular hours (weekdays 10am to 3pm), but will not be delivering packages around campus. If you order supplies please come to Shipping/Receiving to pick up when you receive the email from us letting you know your package has come in. We do not have storage space for a large number of packages and can only keep items for two weeks. Please contact us if you need to make other arrangements, mailship@augsburg.edu. We will resume deliveries once the new semester starts, 1/21/25.

Shipping/Receiving

2024-25 Winter Break Hours

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Need to know when departments, buildings, and student services are open during Winter Break? We’ve got you covered along with some safety reminders from DPS.

Winter Break this year will be December 16 – January 20. Classes resume January 21.

2024-25 Winter Hours

New Student Positions This Week (1)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

12/10/2024: University Events Student Set-Up Assistant
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000031212025-university-events-student-set-up-assistant

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Looking for Paid Professional Experience in Spring Semester? Be the MNUDL’s Groundwork Fellow

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

Looking for paid professional experience in spring semester? Be our Groundwork Fellow

The MNUDL is seeking a Community Engagement Fellow to serve through the MN Alliance with Youth AmeriCorps Groundwork Fellows program starting on February 1st, serving through June 30th.

If you love telling compelling stories and connecting with youth, this role is made for you!

We’re looking for a candidate who has a strong interest in developing a communication portfolio and learning about nonprofit communication.

This paid service role is a great opportunity for college seniors, recent graduates, and those hoping to take on a future career in education or public service. Learn more and apply at the MNUDL website.

https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/work-with-us/

Volunteer to Judge Middle School Debates with the MNUDL: Shifts Are Open

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

MNUDL’s middle school debate tournament shifts are open! Join us as a volunteer in 2025.

The Minnesota Urban Debate League is a program of Augsburg University. We provide academic competitive debate programming to middle and high school students.

Our middle school debate teams’ practices have begun and their first tournaments are weeks away! Mark the dates on your calendar and sign up now – shifts are open on our Volunteer with Us page!

https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/volunteer-opportunities/

JANUARY TOURNAMENTS
1/22: Wednesday, Highland HS, 3:20-7:30
1/28: Tuesday, Como HS (tentative), 3:20-7:30
1/30: Thursday, Edison HS, 3:20-7:30

FEBRUARY TOURNAMENTS
2/6: Thursday, Washburn HS, 3:20-7:30
2/12: Wednesday, Central HS, 3:20-7:30
2/18: Tuesday, John Glenn MS, 3:20-7:30
2/20: Thursday, Edison HS, 3:20-7:30
2/27: Thursday, Sanford MS, 3:20-7:30

MARCH TOURNAMENTS
3/4: Tuesday, John Glenn MS, 3:20-7:30
3/6: Thursday, Camden HS (tentative), 3:20-7:30
3/12: Wednesday, Highland HS (tentative), 3:20-7:30
3/13: Thursday, Anthony MS, 3:20-7:30
3/26: Wednesday, Central HS, 3:20-8:30

Our students will debate the pros and cons of Mars Colonization! No debate experience (or expertise about Mars!) is required- we will train you.

Need transportation? No problem. Thanks to grant funding from the AmeriCorps Volunteer Generation Fund, we can book you an Uber to and from the tournament site.

Sign up to volunteer here: https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/volunteer-opportunities/”,General Announcements,,
12/13/2024 15:36:50,froehlic@augsburg.edu,Looking for Paid Professional Experience in Spring Semester? Be the MNUDL’s Groundwork Fellow,Looking for paid professional experience in spring semester? Be our Groundwork Fellow

Finish Your Augsburg Experience for Free (with Special Opportunities for Spanish Speakers)

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

Like Working with Kids? Need to Finish Your Augsburg Experience? Enroll in AUGEX5B

You can support our youth and gain valuable skills as part of the AUGEX5B Special Immersion: MN Urban Debate League course.

**WE WELCOME SPANISH SPEAKERS!** There are unique opportunities to engage Spanish-speaking kids and celebrate the beauty of the language through this Augsburg Experience.

The spring semester course will take place from 12:30-1:30 PM on Fridays. The location will be the Anderson Hall basement (near the Campus Cupboard and MNUDL office.)

You’ll complete 40 hours supporting the MNUDL (20 must be completed off-campus.)

Find all the information you need to register here: https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/mnudl-augsburg-experience/

Questions? Contact:
Johan at udlvolunteers@augsburg.edu.

Get Paid $55 to Judge Debates on Tuesday for MNUDL East African Debate League

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

MNUDL Seeks East African Students and Professionals: Get Paid to Judge East African Debate League

EARN $55 PER TOURNAMENT AS A DEBATE JUDGE!

The Minnesota Urban Debate League is a program of Augsburg University. We provide academic competitive debate programming to middle and high school students. Augsburg alum Awale Osman developed the Somali Debate Institute (now East African Debate League) to provide a culturally specific space for East African students to gain debate skills like public speaking, argumentation, and more. Our East African Debate League provides a space for East African students to celebrate their culture and community while learning debate skills.

This year’s debate topic, held in English, will center on the benefits and drawbacks of culturally-specific versus integrated education systems.

We’re looking for caring adults who have deep ties to the East African community (with or without debate experience!) to join us. As a judge, you’ll listen to students speak, provide constructive feedback, and choose a winner of each debate at weeknight tournaments.

You must be 18+ and pass a background check to volunteer and/or be paid $55/tournament as a debate judge.

Opportunities include:

Tues., December 17th: 3:15-7:15 PM
Tues., January 14th: 3:15-7:15 PM
Tues., February 4th: 3:15-7:15 PM

Sign up to be a debate judge here by clicking the shift of your choice: https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/volunteer-opportunities/

This is an excellent opportunity for East African-focused community or student groups to fundraise! Please reach out to Melekh Akintola at akintola@augsburg.edu for more information about fundraising as a group.

(Concerned about transportation? No problem! Thanks to our AmeriCorps Volunteer Generation Fund, we can book you an Uber for free! Please sign up and email our Volunteer Coordinator, Johan at udlvolunteers@augsburg.edu for more information.)

Volunteer With Us

Change in Ordering Augsburg Business Cards

submitted by longj@augsburg.edu

We have changed the company we order our business cards through. The Online Ordering page has been updated to take you to the new forms through Loffler and the copy request page. The Order Business Cards page had directions in the red box. The link will use your Augsburg ID to log into the Copy Request page. You will want to select “Forms Module” under the Orders menu along the top of the page. Next select your cost center number by clicking on the green check mark next to it. Follow the instructions found on the next page. There are four business cards types.

Augsburg-IA are for Institutional Advancement Department

Augsburg-Athletics are for the Athletics Department

Augsburg-CGEE are for Center for Global Education and Experience

Augsburg-Auggies are the general business cards for Augsburg University

The system will show you a preview as you fill out the form. You should order in boxes of 100, 250, 500 or 1,000 business cards. As usual business cards will be sent in a batch order every other week and normally take about a week to receive back once the batch is sent. They will then be delivered with your department’s mail. If you do not have a mail drop off they will be in the department’s campus box for pick up. The cards will be charged to the cost center number with the Accounting paperwork at the end of the month. Please contact copyctr@augsburg.edu if you have any questions.

Order Business Cards

Payslip Online Access Issues

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

Viewing payslips on Unit4 (Agresso) web is currently not working for many employees. IT is working with Unit4 support on fixing the issue. Until it is fixed, you can contact HR (hr@augsburg.edu) to get a payslip copy. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Campus Cupboard Winter Break Shopping Hours

submitted by kojimam@augsburg.edu

Shopping Hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 1-4pm
We will be closed on 12/24, 12/25, 12/26, 12/31, and 1/1

Please email campuskitchen@augsburg.edu with any questions.

2025 Health Benefits – Kavira Webinar

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

We’re excited for employees enrolled in medical benefits to begin using Kavira for primary care starting January 1, 2025!

Wednesday, December 18th @ 9AM
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RdfItyoMRZGqB9wUYwIABg

Thursday, December 19th @ 12PM
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_mEpM6lXoTdS2e3HbwxlEhA

Monday, December 23rd @ 10AM
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__bUuRRlfRAyDm8OQgXw5wQ

Monday, December 30th @ 10AM
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WWwX8GTZRk2IEmBnt64fRQ

Learn More About Kavira

2024-25 Winter Break Hours

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Need to know when departments, buildings, and student services are open during Winter Break? We’ve got you covered along with some safety reminders from DPS.

Winter Break this year will be December 16 – January 20. Classes resume January 21.

2024-25 Winter Hours

GenEd Implementation Process: Ongoing Work

submitted by boylek@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg Community,

Implementation planning for the new general education curriculum, approved in spring 2024 and planned to begin in fall 2025, is on track. Below is a high-level overview of where we’ve been and a preview of where we are heading:

Completed Implementation Steps – Summer and Fall 2024

We have courses to offer in new general education curriculum.
– 386 current gen ed courses were approved to migrate to the new curriculum

We are able to complete transfer evaluations for new students.
– New transfer policies were approved
– Transfer course equivalents were updated

Our accreditor (HLC) and the State (MOHE) were informed of our general education revision.

Implementation Steps in Process – Fall 2024 to Spring 2025

Building the new degree audit

Planning for advising current and new students about the new gen ed

Faculty/staff development and support planning

Thank you to everyone who has contributed to implementation planning this semester. Please refer to the General Education Revision 2023 Community Moodle page (self-enrollment is available) for more information.

With gratitude,
Stacy (freiheit@augsburg.edu)

General Education Revision 2023 Community Moodle page

CWC Is Closed for Winter Break

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

CWC is closed starting at 3:00pm on Thursday, Dec. 12th and will reopen on Tuesday, January 21st. If you have administrative, consultation, or referral needs, you may email (cwc@augsburg.edu) or call (612-330-1707) CWC or you can reach out to Ellie Olson, director of CWC, at eolson@augsburg.edu. **Email and phone messages will not be checked Dec.18-Jan. 5**

Even when CWC is closed, students still have access to the following:
–Crisis support and Urgent phone counseling available 24/7, 365 days a year, by calling 844-287-6963.
–Free virtual counseling sessions with licensed providers. Register at bettermynd.com with your Augsburg email and password.

Additional resources:
Crisis support: https://www.augsburg.edu/cwc/crisis-support/
Walk-in Counseling Center: https://walkin.org/join-counseling-now-by-phone-or-computer/
Self-Help resources: https://www.augsburg.edu/cwc/self-help/
In an emergency, please contact 911 or the Department of Public Safety at 612-330-1717.

We wish you the best and enjoy your breaks 🙂

https://www.instagram.com/p/DDe1I9vuASE/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Action Needed: Urge Governor Walz to Save the State Grant Program

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Augsburg community members can help college students here and statewide by urging Governor Tim Walz to save the Minnesota State Grant program. There’s a large ($210 million) shortfall in funding for next fall that will lead to grants being cut or eliminated if the state doesn’t act in the coming legislative session.

This funding shortfall directly impacts our community. More than 1,400 Augsburg undergraduate students benefit from the State Grant, receiving an average award of $6,000.

With budgeting decisions getting made now, please reach out as soon as possible—by early January at the latest.

Learn more and send a quick note to the governor with this tool.

New Student Positions This Week (1)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

12/10/2024: University Events Student Set-Up Assistant
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000031212025-university-events-student-set-up-assistant

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Active Threat Panel Discussion – December 17

submitted by millerd1@augsburg.edu

All faculty and staff are invited to attend an early panel discussion as a follow-up to the required online training module, “Active Shooter: Run, Hide, Fight.” The purpose of the panel discussion is to apply what was learned to our own environment and develop plans for work spaces and classrooms, with guidance from trained campus leaders.

Date: Tuesday, December 17
Time: 12:30-1:30 PM
Location: Marshall Room

The panel discussion will be facilitated by Provost Paula O’Loughlin, Dawn Miller, Associate Vice President of Human Resources, Mike Grewe, Assistant Provost and Dean of Students, and Tony Erchul, former Director of Public Safety.

As a reminder, the deadline for completing the training module is December 31, 2024. Additional panel discussions will be held in January, 2025.

Thank you for your continued commitment to a safe, welcoming, inclusive campus for all.

Active Violence Panel Discussion – Faculty/Staff

submitted by rankiniz@augsburg.edu

All faculty and staff were notified by email of the requirement to complete the online training module, “Active Shooter: Run, Hide, Fight” no later than December 31, 2024. Additional information was provided about several live panel discussions to be offered in January, facilitated by Provost Paula O’Loughlin, Dawn Miller from Human Resources, and DPS leaders, to continue the dialogue on this important topic. Topics included a discussion on Augsburg-specific and building-specific questions and concerns as they relate to our campus safety and active violence preparedness.

Faculty and staff who are interested in this discussion prior to January are invited to attend an early session prior to the holiday break.

Date: Tuesday, December 17
Time: 12:30-1:30 PM
Location: Marshall Room

Additional sessions will be offered in January, 2025.

Thank you for your continued commitment to a safe, welcoming, inclusive campus for all.

2024 Year-End Payroll Updates

submitted by freder@augsburg.edu

As 2024 comes to an end, Human Resources has a few important payroll and benefits updates for all staff and faculty regarding payroll deadlines, your W-2, Medica Cards, and more!

Faculty, Staff, and student employees, please review your payslip on 12/13/2024 for any adjustments that need to be made before the end of the year.

2024 End of Year Updates

Central Services Hours During Winter Break

submitted by longj@augsburg.edu

Central Services will be closed 12/24/24, 12/25/24, 12/31/24 and 1/1/25.

Copy Center: Weekdays 9am to 4pm (starting 12/16/24 until 1/20/25)

Mailroom: No public hours. Please stop into the Copy Center or email mailship@augsburg.edu if you have questions.

Shipping/Receiving: Weekdays 10am to 3pm, No package delivery during break.

Central Services

No Package Delivery During Winter Break

submitted by longj@augsburg.edu

Shipping/Receiving

Meet With TIAA Financial Consultant (Employees)

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

Available Times:
Tuesday Jan 14, 9am – 3pm
Wednesday Jan 15, 9am – 3pm
Thursday Jan 169am – 3pm

All meetings are in Christensen Center, Nelson Room
Sign up for a time at https://www.tiaa.org/schedulenow or by calling 800-732-8353

Schedule Your Financial Consultation

Library Hours for Winter Break

submitted by vanclev1@augsburg.edu

Lindell Library will change to winter break hours after finals week. We are:

– open Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm.
– closed Saturday and Sunday.

The library is closed for the holidays from 12/21 through 1/1.

Visit library.augsburg.edu/hours to see our current schedule. Enjoy the break!

New Student Position: University Events Student Set-Up Assistant

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

Primary responsibilities include:

– Equipment setup for events and conferences
– Event/Classroom facility monitoring and upkeep
– General event support
– Assistance with office duties (Scheduling spaces, filing etc.)
– Audio and visual technical support
– Computer technical support
– Assistance with light cleaning of spaces between camps and conferences

Timeframe is for Spring 2025 (ideal start time) and into the next academic year. Must be enrolled or in process of enrolling at Augsburg University, and must have work-study as part of financial aid award. For questions please contact studentfinances@augsburg.edu

View Job Posting

Free Trip to Holocaust Museum

submitted by matz@augsburg.edu

The MINNE Holocaust Fellows program selects college students to participate in a fully-paid, one-day trip to the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington D.C. to acquire a more in-depth knowledge of the Holocaust. Fellows tour the permanent exhibits and featured exhibits, as well as meet with a museum representative. The trip will take place on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. Awards come through the MINNE Fund of the Minneapolis Jewish Federation, who has chosen Augsburg to be one of the select universities to participate in the program.
Applications are due February 3, 2025. A link to the application, and more information, can be found below.

Eligibility:
• Full-time student
• Sophomore or above with at least one year left before graduating
• 3.0 GPA or higher

Application and Information

New Student Positions This Week (1)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

12/10/2024: University Events Student Set-Up Assistant
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000031212025-university-events-student-set-up-assistant

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Campus Cupboard Winter Break Shopping Hours

submitted by kojimam@augsburg.edu

Shopping Hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 1-4pm
We will be closed on 12/24, 12/25, 12/26, 12/31, and 1/1

Please email campuskitchen@augsburg.edu with any questions.

Campus Cupboard: Donation Request at the Faculty/Staff Holiday Party

submitted by kojimam@augsburg.edu

Campus Cupboard will be collecting donations of food items at the annual faculty/staff Holiday Party today, December 12th. We greatly appreciate your consideration!
Below is our wish list of highly demanded items:

Non-perishable food such as:
– Snacks (such as trail mix, goldfish, pretzels, chips, popcorn, mixed nuts, chips)
– Mac & cheese (boxed or single-serve)
– Ramen
– Canned Soup (Preferred: more complex soups, i.e. not cream of …. or tomato )
– Spices
– Bouillon
– Rice
– Pasta
– Gluten-free pasta
– Rice noodles
– Soy sauce
– Fufu flour
– Jars of pasta sauce
– Jars of salsa
– High quality bars
– Canned beans
– Paper grocery bags and/or reusable grocery bags
– Salt
– Sugar
– Condiments (ketchup, honey, hot sauce)
– Ziplock bags
– Foil paper

Hygiene and cleaning supplies such as:
– Menstrual products (including pads, tampons, menstrual cups)
– Shampoo/ Conditioner / Body Wash / Face Wash
– Bar Soap / Hand Soap
– Bandaids/ other first aid supplies
– Laundry Detergent (Preferred brands: Seventh Generation, Meyers, Method, Biokleen)
– Dish Soap (Preferred brands: Seventh Generation, Ecover, Method, Dr Bronner’s)
– Diapers
– Baby Wipes
– Toothbrushes / Toothpaste / Dental Floss
– Body Lotion
– Lip Balm
– Paper towels
– Toilet paper
– Deodorant

OR please feel free to bring cash or gift cards to Target, Aldi, Cub, or Seward Coop!

To read more information about the Campus Kitchen and Campus Cupboard, please visit the website here:
https://www.augsburg.edu/campuskitchen/
Please reach out to campuskitchen@augsburg.edu with any questions or comments!

First Year Students: Jump Start Your Career with Travelers EDGE

submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu

Learn more about the Travelers EDGE program and hear inspiring stories from both current Scholars and successful Alumni!

Date: Wed Dec 18th, 2024
Time: 11:00am-12:00pm
Location: Virtual on Zoom (https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/94938068780)

Benefits of the Program:
-Scholarship ($14,000/year)
-Professional Development
-Internship Opportunities
-Mentorship
-Academic Support
-Peer-to-Peer Support

Who are we looking for?
-First Year Augsburg Students
-3.0 GPA or higher
-Planning to study one of the following majors:
-Accounting
-Management
-Communications
-Computer Science
-Economics
-Finance
-International Business
-Math
-MIS
-Marketing

Learn More!

GenEd Implementation Process – Ongoing Work

submitted by boylek@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg Community,

Completed Implementation Steps – Summer and Fall 2024

We have courses to offer in new general education curriculum
– 386 current gen ed courses were approved to migrate to the new curriculum

We are able to complete transfer evaluations for new students
– New transfer policies were approved
– Transfer course equivalents were updated

Our accreditor (HLC) and the State (MOHE) were informed of our general education revision

Implementation Steps in Process – Fall 2024 to Spring 2025

Building the new degree audit

Planning for advising current and new students about the new gen ed

Faculty/staff development and support planning

With gratitude,
Stacy (freiheit@augsburg.edu)

General Education Revision 2023 Community Moodle page

Volunteer to Judge Middle School Debates with the MNUDL: Shifts Are Open

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

MNUDL’s middle school debate tournament shifts are open! Join us as a volunteer in 2025.

The Minnesota Urban Debate League is a program of Augsburg University. We provide academic competitive debate programming to middle and high school students.

Our middle school debate teams’ practices have begun and their first tournaments are weeks away! Mark the dates on your calendar and sign up now – shifts are open on our Volunteer with Us page!

https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/volunteer-opportunities/

JANUARY TOURNAMENTS
1/22: Wednesday, Highland HS, 3:20-7:30
1/28: Tuesday, Como HS (tentative), 3:20-7:30
1/30: Thursday, Edison HS, 3:20-7:30

Our students will debate the pros and cons of Mars Colonization! No debate experience (or expertise about Mars!) is required- we will train you.

Need transportation? No problem. Thanks to grant funding from the AmeriCorps Volunteer Generation Fund, we can book you an Uber to and from the tournament site.

Finish Your Augsburg Experience for Free (with Special Opportunities for Spanish Speakers)

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

Like Working with Kids? Need to Finish Your Augsburg Experience? Enroll in AUGEX5B

You can support our youth and gain valuable skills as part of the AUGEX5B Special Immersion: MN Urban Debate League course.

**WE WELCOME SPANISH SPEAKERS!** There are unique opportunities to engage Spanish-speaking kids and celebrate the beauty of the language through this Augsburg Experience.

The spring semester course will take place from 12:30-1:30 PM on Fridays. The location will be the Anderson Hall basement (near the Campus Cupboard and MNUDL office.)

You’ll complete 40 hours supporting the MNUDL (20 must be completed off-campus.)

Find all the information you need to register here: https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/mnudl-augsburg-experience/

Questions? Contact:
Johan at udlvolunteers@augsburg.edu.

Looking for Paid Professional Experience in Spring Semester? Be the MNUDL’s Groundwork Fellow

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

Looking for paid professional experience in spring semester? Be our Groundwork Fellow

The MNUDL is seeking a Community Engagement Fellow to serve through the MN Alliance with Youth AmeriCorps Groundwork Fellows program starting on February 1st, serving through June 30th.

If you love telling compelling stories and connecting with youth, this role is made for you!

We’re looking for a candidate who has a strong interest in developing a communication portfolio and learning about nonprofit communication.

Learn More and Apply

Is Your Kid in High School? Enroll Them for Residential or Commuter Speech and Debate Camp on Campus

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

The MNUDL is a program of Augsburg University. We provide academic competitive debate programming to middle and high school students. We host our annual Summer Speech & Debate Camp on campus each year.

New in 2025: Pack a pillow and toothbrush – we’re back in the dorms for debate camp!

We’re offering both commuter and residential speech and debate camps for high school students!

Whether you’re looking for the classic camp experience with overnight stays or prefer a flexible day camp experience, we have you covered. Week long and multi-week stays are available.

There are camps designed for kids who are new to speech and debate and those who already have experience.

Check out the MNUDL website for current high school offerings – registration is now open for high school camps!

Scholarships are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so don’t wait to register. Secure your spot early to make the most of your summer – and to gain the skills needed to speak like a pro!

We will be opening registration for middle school camps soon as well. Also new this year: we’re thrilled to launch our brand-new mock trial and Spanish debate camp for middle schoolers! Please stay tuned for more info.

First-Years and Sophomores: Address a Community Need with a 2026 Phillips Scholars Summer Project

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Phillips Scholars create and test innovative ideas that address community needs — running their own programming in the summer of 2026. There’s support along the way, with the students coming together starting this May and throughout the 2025-26 academic year. Scholars receive more than $9,000 in scholarships and stipends.

Ten students from any of the Minnesota private colleges listed here will be named Phillips Scholars. Financial need is one of the criteria.

Find more details and the application here:
http://www.mnprivatecolleges.org/phillips

Email Jenean Gilmer, gilmerje@augbsburg.edu to learn more!

MPLS Afrobeats Dance Party – Saturday, December 14, 2024

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

FANAKA NATION + guests BAKARII, DJs Kwey and Salif Keita

Saturday, December 14, 2024
Doors: 7:00 PM / Show: 8:00 PM
All Ages, Standing

The Cedar Cultural Center
416 Cedar AvenueMinneapolis, MN, 55454

BUY TICKETS HERE!

$15 Advance, $20 Day of Show
STUDENT TICKETS ALWAYS $11 DAY OF SHOW WITH STUDENT ID!!!!

This is a standing show with an open floor. To request seating or other access accommodations, please go to our Access Page. For Cedar presented shows, online ticket sales typically end one hour before the door time, and then, based on availability, tickets will be available at the door.

The Cedar & Tamu Events Presents: Celebrating and wrapping up our 35th Anniversary highlighted shows in full shake body festive form, charismatic host/Culture Rapper, Fanaka Nation brings his fusion of hip-hop, African and other worldly sonic delights to our dancefloor.

Attendees will be the first to view/experience Fanaka’s new single release, “Loko-Motion”- with the video filmed in Kenya and Minneapolis!

BUY TICKETS HERE!

Action Needed: Urge Governor Walz to Save the State Grant Program

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

This funding shortfall directly impacts our community. More than 1,400 Augsburg undergraduate students benefit from the State Grant, receiving an average award of $6,000.

With budgeting decisions getting made now, please reach out as soon as possible—by early January at the latest.

Learn more and send a quick note to the governor with this tool.

Faculty and Staff Holiday Party – TODAY, December 12

submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu

Faculty and Staff Holiday Party
Thursday, December 12, 2024 | 3–5 p.m.
Christensen Center, Einstein’s Dining Area

You are invited to attend the annual faculty and staff holiday party! Celebrate the completion of a successful semester and the holiday season with colleagues on campus. Light food and beverages will be provided.

Thank you to our great partners at Aladdin for providing food and beverages for this event.

If you need accommodations, please call the University Events department at 612.330.1104 or email events@augsburg.edu.

To support our community, please consider bringing nonperishable food or hygiene product donations for Campus Cupboard. A list of preferred/needed items is linked below.

Enrollment Center Closing Early December 12

submitted by bjorkluw@augsburg.edu

Student Financial Services & Registrar’s Office will be closing at 2:45pm on Thursday, December 12th in observation of a staff event.

2024 Year-End Payroll Updates

submitted by freder@augsburg.edu

As 2024 comes to an end, Human Resources has a few important payroll and benefits updates for all staff and faculty regarding payroll deadlines, your W-2, Medica Cards, and more!

Faculty, Staff, and student employees, please review your payslip on 12/13/2024 for any adjustments that need to be made before the end of the year.

2024 End of Year Updates

Love to Study Languages? Interested in a Career in Public Service? Apply for a Boren Scholarship

submitted by devries@augsburg.edu

If you love to study language and are interested in a career in public service, consider applying for a Boren Scholarship or Fellowship!

The Boren program provides between $8000 and $25,000 to to study a critical language, including Arabic, Mandarin Chinese, Portuguese, and Swahili. The program also helps you locate a position in government service. It’s open to both undergraduates (deadline: January 29, 2025) and graduate students (deadline: January 22, 2025.)

More information can be found here: https://www.borenawards.org/

If you’re interested, please contact Jacqueline deVries, Director of Grants and Fellowships, devries@augsburg.edu Applications should be submitted to me TWO weeks prior to the official deadline.

https://www.borenawards.org/

Active Violence Panel Discussion – Faculty/Staff

submitted by millerd1@augsburg.edu

Faculty and staff who are interested in this discussion prior to January are invited to attend an early session prior to the holiday break.

Date: Tuesday, December 17
Time: 12:30-1:30 PM
Location: Marshall Room

Additional sessions will be offered in January, 2025.

Thank you for your continued commitment to a safe, welcoming, inclusive campus for all.

New Student Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

12/03/2024: Student: Overnight Part-Time Public Safety Officer, Spring Semester 2025
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000029960840-student-overnight-part-time-public-safety-officer-spring-semester-2025
12/03/2024: Student: Jazz Ensemble Manager
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000029957885-student-jazz-ensemble-manager

Search Augsburg Job Postings

New Staff Positions This Week (1)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

12/03/2024: Assistant Registrar for Curriculum and Registration
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000029955141-assistant-registrar-for-curriculum-and-registration

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Campus Cupboard Winter Break Shopping Hours

submitted by kojimam@augsburg.edu

Campus Cupboard (basement of Anderson Residence Hall 026) will be open during the winter break!

Shopping Hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 1-4pm
We will be closed on 12/24, 12/25, 12/26, 12/31, and 1/1

Please email campuskitchen@augsburg.edu with any questions.

Wellness Wednesday

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

Feeling stressed with your Finals? Come to CWC for Donuts & Coffee to recharge and get some sweet treats for yourself ☕

Important: Changes Coming to Augsburg’s Information Systems

submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu

Hello Augsburg students, faculty, and staff,

– Scott Krajewski ’94, ’21 MBA
AVP for IT

Visit the Cloud ERP Project web page

GenEd Implementation Process – Ongoing Work

submitted by boylek@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg Community,

Completed Implementation Steps – Summer and Fall 2024
We have courses to offer in new general education curriculum
– 386 current gen ed courses were approved to migrate to the new curriculum

We are able to complete transfer evaluations for new students
– New transfer policies were approved
– Transfer course equivalents were updated

Our accreditor (HLC) and the State (MOHE) were informed of our general education revision

Implementation Steps in Process – Fall 2024 to Spring 2025
Building the new degree audit

Planning for advising current and new students about the new gen ed

Faculty/staff development and support planning

With gratitude,
Stacy (freiheit@augsburg.edu)

General Education Revision 2023 Community Moodle page

Faculty and Staff Holiday Party – TOMORROW, December 12

submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu

Faculty and Staff Holiday Party
Thursday, December 12, 2024 | 3–5 p.m.
Christensen Center, Einstein’s Dining Area

Thank you to our great partners at Aladdin for providing food and beverages for this event.

If you need accommodations, please call the University Events department at 612.330.1104 or email events@augsburg.edu.

To support our community, please consider bringing nonperishable food or hygiene product donations for Campus Cupboard. A list of preferred/needed items is linked below.

Central Services Hours During Winter Break

submitted by longj@augsburg.edu

Central Services will be closed 12/24/24, 12/25/24, 12/31/24 and 1/1/25.

Copy Center: Weekdays 9am to 4pm (starting 12/16/24 until 1/20/25)

Mailroom: No public hours. Please stop into the Copy Center or email mailship@augsburg.edu if you have questions.

Shipping/Receiving: Weekdays 10am to 3pm, No package delivery during break.

Central Services

No Package Delivery During Winter Break

submitted by longj@augsburg.edu

Shipping/Receiving

Seeking First Year Students to Apply for Travelers EDGE

submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu

Learn more about the Travelers EDGE program and hear inspiring stories from both current Scholars and successful Alumni!

Date: Wed Dec 18th, 2024
Time: 11:00am-12:00pm
Location: Virtual on Zoom (https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/94938068780)

Benefits of the Program:
-Scholarship ($14,000/year)
-Professional Development
-Internship Opportunities
-Mentorship
-Academic Support
-Peer-to-Peer Support

Learn more!

Join Kimchi Fried Rice Workshop with Chef Jess TODAY

submitted by kojimam@augsburg.edu

Join Campus Kitchen for a Food Lab workshop making Kimchi Fried Rice with Chef Jess today at 4:30pm in Hagfors 108!

The purpose of Food Lab Workshop is to teach the Augsburg community how to cook a variety of dishes and build community through food. Everything from the ingredients (e.g. Oil and Seasonings) to cooking appliances are provided for students attending workshops. If you are interested in hosting a workshop, email campuskitchen@augsburg.edu.

Campus Cupboard: Donation Request at the Faculty/Staff Holiday Party

submitted by kojimam@augsburg.edu

Campus Cupboard will be collecting donations of food items at the annual faculty/staff Holiday Party this Thursday December 12th. We greatly appreciate your consideration!
Below is our wish list of highly demanded items:

OR please feel free to bring cash or gift cards to Target, Aldi, Cub, or Seward Coop!

Enrollment Center Closing Early December 12

submitted by bjorkluw@augsburg.edu

Student Financial Services & Registrar’s Office will be closing at 2:45pm on Thursday, December 12th in observation of a staff event.

Faculty/Staff Winter Break Challenge: Craft a Workshop That Will Shape Student Futures

submitted by knutzenm@augsburg.edu

While it might only be December, Career Exploration Day on March 4th will be here soon! The Strommen Center is seeking dynamic, innovative workshop proposals from faculty, staff, and industry partners to inspire first and second-year students. Our event aims to connect academic planning with career development through three key tracks: Career Skills and Planning, Major Exploration, and Employer/Alumni Connections. Help us empower students to strategically shape their academic and professional futures. Engaging, interactive 45 minute sessions are welcome.

Submit your session today!

Need to Find a Therapist in the Community?

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

Augsburg’s Center for Wellness & Counseling offers free counseling on campus, as well as free telehealth counseling through BetterMynd. In addition, for students or other community members who are interested in using their insurance to find an ongoing therapist in the community, CWC has a referral database called MiResource. Any Augsburg community member can use this database to find possible therapist matches. The database is searchable by location, insurance, issue you want support for, therapist identities, and more. Check it out!

MiResource on CWC webpage

https://www.augsburg.edu/cwc/counseling/counseling-low-cost/miresource/

Last Day to Visit the Writing Center

submitted by greenfie@augsburg.edu

The Writing Center will be open today (12/10) during our regular hours:
In-Person: 2-8pm
Online: 6-8pm

We will be closed for winter break starting Wednesday (12/11). We will open again soon after the start of Spring semester – keep an eye on A-mail for more details!

The Augsburg Writing Center offers free writing support, both online and in-person. Skilled Augsburg students will work with you one-on-one at whatever stage of writing you are in – the idea-development stage, the drafting stage, and the revision stage – and can show you how to choose an appropriate essay topic, how to develop a thesis statement and paragraphs, how to revise your essay, or assist with any other writing needs you may have. Tutors will be alert listeners and ask questions, and will not judge or evaluate the work in progress. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to seeing you!

Located on the second floor (across from Advising) of the Lindell Library

In-Person Hours (stop by anytime, no appointment needed):

Monday: 2:00-8:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 2:00-8:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 2:00-8:00 p.m.
Thursday: 2:00-8:00 p.m.
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 5:00-8:00 p.m.

Online (appointment needed): Sunday-Thursday 6-8 p.m.

https://sites.augsburg.edu/writingcenter/

New Student Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

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New Staff Positions This Week (1)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

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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/

Event Announcements

Alumni Benefit: Claim a Turnsignl Subscription and Support Augsburg Sankofa Circle Fellowship

submitted by jonesma@augsburg.edu

Augsburg University is partnering with Turnsignl, a Black-owned mobile app, created by two Augsburg alumni, Mychal Frelix ’19 MBA and Andre Creighton ’19 MBA, to offer subscriptions to Augsburg alumni while supporting current students.

Turnsignl is a mobile app that connects drivers with lawyers to de-escalate police interactions during traffic stops. Claim your annual TurnSignl subscription and support the Augsburg University Sankofa Circle Fellowship.

Augsburg alumni, TurnSignl is here to protect you on the road while uplifting future leaders through the Sankofa Circle Fellowship. Subscriptions are $60 annually, with 30% of the proceeds going directly to Sankofa. Be part of something bigger — and stay empowered during accidents and traffic stops.

Purchase or gift a Turnsignl subscription through Augsburg’s Turnsignl page

First-Years and Sophomores: Address a Community Need with a 2026 Phillips Scholars Summer Project

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Ten students from any of the Minnesota private colleges listed here will be named Phillips Scholars. Financial need is one of the criteria.

Find more details and the application here:
http://www.mnprivatecolleges.org/phillips

Email Jenean Gilmer, gilmerje@augbsburg.edu to learn more!

Mpls Afrobeats Dance Party – Saturday, December 14, 2024

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

FANAKA NATION + guests BAKARII, DJs Kwey and Salif Keita

Saturday, December 14, 2024
Doors: 7:00 PM / Show: 8:00 PM
All Ages, Standing

The Cedar Cultural Center
416 Cedar AvenueMinneapolis, MN, 55454

BUY TICKETS HERE!

$15 Advance, $20 Day of Show
STUDENT TICKETS ALWAYS $11 DAY OF SHOW WITH STUDENT ID!!!!

Attendees will be the first to view/experience Fanaka’s new single release, “Loko-Motion”- with the video filmed in Kenya and Minneapolis!

BUY TICKETS HERE!