Monday, February 17, 2025

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Support Democracy in the Higher Ed Classroom by Creating Open Education Materials (Paid Opportunity)

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

Support democracy in the higher ed classroom by creating open education materials! The Civic Engagement and Voting Rights Teacher Scholars Program – housed in the Clemson University Humanities Hub and sponsored by a grant from The Mellon Foundation – provides a compensated, cohort-based opportunity (May 2025-May 2026) for faculty to create educational materials to infuse civic and voter education into humanities or humanities-allied courses.

Applications requested no later than February 21, 2025. For more information and the application: https://www.clemson.edu/cah/sites/civic-education

URGO Summer Research Phase 1 Applications Due February 17

submitted by philldal@augsburg.edu

URGO SUMMER RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITY PROGRAM: All disciplines welcome!
Phase 1 of the applications are due February 17th at 11:59 PM, so start talking with your faculty members to learn about what research or creative activity is going on in your department!

The URGO Summer Research/Creative Activity Program is an 11-week, on-campus program (May 19th – August 1st) where students are funded to conduct research with a faculty mentor. URGO provides full-time summer researchers (400 hours) with a $6,000 stipend and housing discount while half-time researchers (200 hours) receive a $3,000 stipend and a housing discount.

URGO SUMMER RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITY ASSISTANTSHIPS
URGO also provides funding for students to work for a professor as a research assistant on an ongoing research project. This is a 100-hour commitment over the course of the summer and comes with a $1,500 stipend. This is an excellent opportunity to try out research for the first time or focus on a specific aspect of a research project.

If you have questions, email urgo@augsburg.edu or visit the link below.

URGO Summer Research Info and Application

Present Your Research at Zyzzogeton – Register by February 18

submitted by crombie@augsburg.edu

Augsburg’s annual Zyzzogeton Student Research Symposium showcases the work of over 50 undergraduate researchers in all academic disciplines and will take place on Tuesday, April 15, 3:00-4:30 PM in Hagfors Center. Students who have conducted research over the course of the last year and would like to present a poster should register using the link below by February 18.

You must have approval from your faculty mentor before registering for Zyzzogeton. If you do not have a formal abstract at this point, please provide a brief description of your research instead. You will have the opportunity to submit a final abstract/make final edits prior to the event. Abstracts will be published on the URGO website.

NOTE: If you’re planning to co-present with another student(s), only one of you needs to register. Be sure to list their names and emails and indicate that they will be co-presenters where specified on the form. All presenters will be included in event correspondence.

Important Dates:
Registration opens – February 4
Registration closes – February 18
Poster making workshop – February 27
Deadline to submit final poster – March 28
Deadline to submit final abstract edits – April 4

If you have any questions, please contact Lara Crombie (crombie@augsburg.edu) or urgo@augsburg.edu.

Register for Zyzzogeton

Student-Led Ramadan Panel (Virtual) – Wednesday

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

Please join us for a student-led Ramadan panel. Panelists will talk about the significance of Ramadan and how faculty, staff, and other students can best support them during this holy month.

Date: Wednesday, February 19
Time: Noon – 1 pm
Place: Zoom

The session will be recorded, please reach out to interfaith@augsburg.edu if you would like a copy of the recording.

Register for the zoom session here:
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You are invited to register for a Zoom webinar!

When: Feb 19, 2025 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Topic: Ramadan Panel

Register in advance for this webinar:
https://augsburg.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NicNY-6qReSa765rcgCN7A

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
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Assessment Day (March 4) Faculty and Staff Workshops

submitted by denkinge@augsburg.edu

Please join the directors of Faculty Development, Persistence & Graduation, and Assessment for discussions on Tuesday, March 4th from 11am – 1pm in Science 123. No classes are held on this day to allow first- and second-year students to participate in Career Exploration day activities.

At 11am, we’ll discuss a comprehensive analysis of predictors of student success and persistence. This year the Office of Planning and Effectiveness gathered data from across campus on how academic engagement, social belonging, financial needs, and a host of other factors predict student success measures such as course completion, year-to-year retention, and on-track graduation status. These results offer new clarity around our student population, and during this session we will discuss how these findings can be used to guide data-driven solutions to increase student success.

After lunch, the Director of Assessment will lead an open forum on a new, Moodle-based assessment process of General Education Learning Outcomes, set to begin in the fall of 2025. All faculty who regularly teach in the General Education curriculum are encouraged to attend to learn more about the process, provide feedback, and ask questions as we develop this new streamlined approach to measuring student achievement in our core curriculum.

Assessment Day RSVP Form

General Announcements

Blind Date With a Book or Movie

submitted by schieren@augsburg.edu

Valentine’s Day may be over, but the love is still going strong at the library. Our Blind Date With a Book or Movie display will be up through the end of this week, with a whole new batch of eligible candidates looking for love. Find your match in 3 easy steps: (1) choose a book, e-book, or movie based only on the genre and description on the item, (2) check out using James (the item barcodes are still visible), and (3) enjoy your date! If you’re looking for a more personalized setup, chat with one of our librarians who will be happy to provide matchmaking services. The display is located near the front entrance of the library and will be available until February 21. We hope you find library love this winter!

Open Q&A Sessions on the Cloud ERP Project

submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu

What is the Cloud ERP Project, you ask? If you’re a student, faculty, or staff member, then this project will be changing how you interact with Augsburg online over the next few years—registering for classes, submitting grades, viewing payslips, and more.

The project website has more information on this initiative to unify and streamline our information systems across campus. Additionally, we are holding open Q&A sessions in person and via Zoom for you to learn more and to ask questions. Following a short slideshow about the project, the floor will be open for questions.

ZOOM

Tuesday, February 18, 2025
9–10:00 a.m. https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/96645268730?pwd=PkkDfGbz1Pvq5eBUjrUaxCM9OyzH6u.1

Learn more on the Cloud ERP Project website

Library Board Game Collection Accepting Donations/Suggestions

submitted by cronink@augsburg.edu

The library team is building a board game collection and we want your input!

We are currently accepting donations of board games (with all pieces present, please!), table top games, and other gaming materials. We are especially interested in popular games such as Catan, chess, and D&D materials, but we are open to anything. Bring any donations to the service desk at the front of the library. We will not be returning donations once we have received them. If you are unsure whether your donation will be a good fit for our collection, feel free to email cronink@augsburg.edu.

Got suggestions for games you want to see at the library? Fill out this suggestion form to add it to our wishlist: https://forms.gle/XDwvit3yRwUxYcqU9

Free Indian Dinner from Curry in a Hurry

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

De-stress with the help of specially crafted sounds and rhythms designed to relax and center your mind and body. We can make it fun, relaxing, and full

Save the date and join us on Tuesday, February 18th from 6:00pm – 7:30pm in Chapel.

Register by 02/17 -https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf1SxbCkGcqrZQSKjsviW6u2mJHw0lHO-bE-BprGRBQC-ChAA/viewform?usp=pp_url

https://www.instagram.com/p/DFqNkQ5xBvt/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Participate in a Mental Health Study

submitted by stevenss@augsburg.edu

Are you between the ages of 18 & 25?

You are invited to participate in a study investigating emotion and mental health!

ENTER A RAFFLE FOR 1 of 8 $25 VISA GIFT CARDS!

Access the study here: https://augsburg.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0idiuYgLQrXZfym

Please contact the study’s primary investigator with any questions at
stevenss@augsburg.edu

Thank you!

https://augsburg.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0idiuYgLQrXZfym

Student Survey About Your Augsburg Experience

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

The Dean of Students Office requests your involvement in the Student Satisfaction Survey. Your answers are completely confidential and will only be available to Augsburg as an aggregate result. Once the survey is completed, you will be entered into a drawing for a few great prizes! These include: a 3-in-1 Wired and Wireless charging iHome, JBL Endurance Peak II Bluetooth headphones and an ALTEC NanoBuds Sport Wireless Earphones.

The password is your Augsburg Student ID number.

If you have any questions, please contact deanofstudents@augsburg.edu.

Access the Survey

New Staff Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

02/13/2025: Batalden Assistant Dean of Student Success and Belonging
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000042361895-batalden-assistant-dean-of-student-success-and-belonging
02/10/2025: Graduate Assistant Track & Field Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000041586205-graduate-assistant-track-field-coach

Search Augsburg Job Postings

New Student Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

02/12/2025: Student: Sports Medicine Assistant, Academic Year 2025-26
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000042026237-student-sports-medicine-assistant-academic-year-2025-26
02/07/2025: Student: Administrative Accounting
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000041229651-student-administrative-accounting

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2025 Commencement Tickets Now Available

submitted by commencement@augsburg.edu

Tickets for the 2025 commencement ceremony are available now for students and guests. The total number of tickets allowed per graduate will be 1 graduate ticket for yourself plus 15 guest tickets for family and friends (16 total).

Friday, May 9, 2025
Minneapolis Convention Center
1301 Second Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Doors open at 5 p.m.

If you plan to participate in the ceremony, select “get tickets” on the commencement website to reserve your tickets. If you expect to need more than 15 guest tickets, we strongly encourage you to work with other graduates to use any extra tickets they may have. Depending on demand, a limited number of additional tickets may be made available closer to the date of the ceremony.

Commencement Website

Participants Needed for a Mental Health Study

submitted by stevenss@augsburg.edu

Are you between the ages of 18 & 25?

You are invited to participate in a study investigating emotion and mental health!

ENTER A RAFFLE FOR 1 of 8 $25 VISA GIFT CARDS!

Access the study here: https://augsburg.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0idiuYgLQrXZfym

Please contact the study’s primary investigator with any questions at
stevenss@augsburg.edu

Thank you!

https://augsburg.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0idiuYgLQrXZfym

Internship Preparation Program Survey

submitted by guidettd@augsburg.edu

Help Shape Your Internship Success!

The Reell Office of Seeing Things Whole and the Strommen Center are launching an Internship Preparation Program here at Augsburg!

And we want your input!

Take this quick survey to help us tailor the program to your needs; whether you’re a first-year, sophomore, junior, or senior, and regardless of your internship experience.

✅ Your voice matters!

Thank you for your time!

For any questions, please reach out to cliftonk@augsburg.edu

Take this quick survey here!

Event Announcements

Prep for the Career Fair (Food Everyday, Febrary 10 – February 18)

submitted by geverdl@augsburg.edu

Mark your calendar. Prep work for the career fair is in FULL-swing! Everyday we’ll have different workshops hosted by our employer partners who wants to see you succeed at the job and internship fair.

All workshops are located in the Strommen Center (across from Einsteins).

Mon Feb 17th, 10am-2pm
Resumania + Share Shop
Drop by for all day resume review and access professional attire from the Share Shop.

Tues Feb 18th, 10am-2pm
Resumania + Share Shop
Drop by for all day resume review and access professional attire from the Share Shop.

Download full list of career prep workshops here: https://careers.augsburg.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/209/2025/02/FINAL-Career-Fair-Prep-Week-.pdf

Haven’t registered for the fair yet? Do it here.

Thursday, February 20: All Hands Meeting

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

All faculty and staff are invited to attend the Spring 2025 All Hands meeting from 11:30–11:50 a.m. in Hoversten Chapel this Thursday, February 20. If needed, faculty and staff can also register to join via Zoom on the All Hands page on Inside Augsburg. A brief Q&A period will be held immediately following the meeting for those who wish to discuss recent federal policy changes.

All Hands | Inside Augsburg (login required)

Peaceful Paints

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

Join us for this event where creativity meets reflection!

Date: February 20, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:30 AM – 12 PM
Location: The Augsburg Room (Second floor of Christensen)

The prompt: “What is peace to you?” Come paint your vision of peace, enjoy some snacks, and express yourself in a relaxing atmosphere.

Afterward, we’ll host a small art show where you’ll receive your painting back and celebrate everyone’s unique creations.

Hosted by the Interfaith Department

Register for the Job and Internship Fair – February 19

submitted by geverdl@augsburg.edu

Looking for an internship, full-time role or wanting to connect with future employers? Attend the Minnesota Private College’s Spring Job & Internship Fair! You get to connect with 200+ organizations who may be actively recruiting or anticipate to hire in the next six months.

Location: Minneapolis Convention Center
Time: 9am-2pm
Transportation: We will have a FREE shuttle run continuously from Hagfors to the Minneapolis Convention Center. Expect wait times between shuttles ~20 minutes.
First shuttle: Hagfors at 8:30am
Last shuttle: Minneapolis Convention Center at 2:30pm
See which organizations will be at the fair: https://www.mnpcfair.org/organizations-at-the-fair

Registration: Registration is not required, but strongly encouraged.

Register and More Information

Staff Senate Events and Happenings

submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu

The Augsburg Staff Senate continues to find opportunities to build community and relationships across departments. We also seek to remain informed about overall campus happenings. If you can’t make all the Focused Conversations or other University-wide meetings, please feel free to reach out with any questions you might have.

Our current members are:
Emilie Lenz, Financial Aid
Keri Clifton, Reell Office of Seeing Things Whole
Melissa Lee, Athletics
Izzy Rankin, Human Resources
Magaly Ortiz, TRIO/SSS
Hayley Selinski, Marketing and Communications
Elijah Owens, Residence Life

You can email us at staffsenate@augsburg.edu

Upcoming opportunities to connect:

Monthly Brown Bag Lunches:
Meet monthly for a casual staff lunch in The Commons to connect with old friends and meet new ones. Bring your own lunch or grab one from the cafeteria.

Monthly on the second Tuesday starting March 11th at noon

Staff Appreciation Event:
Wednesday March 26th from 3:00-4:30 p.m. in the Hoversten Chapel, Foss Hall.
We are now accepting nominations to honor outstanding staff and outstanding newcomers at Augsburg. Here is a link to the nomination form.

Follow our Senate Senate Calendar on our website – https://sites.augsburg.edu/staffsenate/about/

Here is a link to the nomination form.

Dr. Jon Zobitz Will Be Sharing His Vocation Story in Chapel.

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Join us on Tuesday, February 25th, from 11:30 a.m. to 11:50 a.m. in Hoversten Chapel for the next installment in our Uncovering Vocation series. Dr. Jon Zobitz, Professor and Data Science Program Manager in the Department of Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science, will reflect on his personal vocation journey. Come and hear more about Jon, our community, and how we are called to live our lives for the sake of the world.

Ramadan Menu Feedback Session TODAY at 3:30 p.m.

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Come to the East Commons TODAY at 3:30 p.m. for a Ramadan menu feedback session and tasting menu, hosted by Augsburg University Dining Services. We want to ensure that the most culturally relevant and appropriate food is able to be served to students, and this is a great opportunity to share your perspective.

February 26: Norwegian Bi-Partisan Arctic Parliamentary Delegation: Dialogue on Sustainability and Policy

submitted by hermansb@augsburg.edu

A Norwegian delegation from the Arctic Parliamentary Cooperation will visit Augsburg University on February 26. The group consists of 5-6 members from the parliament, representing the Labour Party, the Conservative and Progressive Party, Socialist Left Party, and the Center Party.

The cooperation was established (in 2009) due to the increasing interest in Arctic issues, both within the Arctic countries themselves and from countries outside the region. Among the most important areas of cooperation are include the fields of energy, climate change and the environment, maritime transport, health and education.

In addition to providing information about the Arctic Cooperation, this group will share knowledge and expertise on Norwegian, European and World politics, the role of NATO and the United Nations, and they will address the benefits of bi-partisan collaborations.

The lecture including a dialogue with students, faculty and staff will be held:

Date: February 26, 2025
Time: 1:50 pm – 3:00 pm
Location: OGC 100

Please email Bettine Hoff Hermanson if you are interested in joining the event: hermansb@augsburg.edu

Visit Norway Hub’s page for additional information.

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House for Rent: August/September 2025 (Possibly Long Term)

submitted by hermansb@augsburg.edu

Are you looking for a place to live?

With my move to Norway (Site Director for CGEE’s new site), we have decided to rent out our house in the beautiful Lex-Ham neighborhood in St. Paul. It is an easy 10 minute drive to campus by car, close to public transportation, and biking to Augsburg takes about 30 minutes.

We have loved this house for 20+ years and hope you will too!

The lease will be for 12 months with the potential of it becoming a long-term relationship.

If you have questions or are interested, contact Bettine at hermansb@augsburg.edu

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