Month: May 2025

New Staff Positions This Week (6)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

05/20/2025: Director of Academic Administration
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000060623095-director-of-academic-administration
05/20/2025: Program Manager, International Student and Scholar Services
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000060572903-program-manager-international-student-and-scholar-services
05/20/2025: Program Coordinator, Social Work
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000060573622-program-coordinator-social-work
05/19/2025: Head Football Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000060416840-head-football-coach
05/16/2025: Counselor, Center for Wellness and Counseling
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000060033691-counselor-center-for-wellness-and-counseling
05/15/2025: Senior Associate Athletic Director
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000059750728-senior-associate-athletic-director

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Passionate About Food Justice? Campus Kitchen Is Hiring

submitted by koyzin@augsburg.edu

Are you passionate about food justice and community engaged work? You might be a good fit for Campus Kitchen! We are looking to hire students that are available at the following days/times:

Friday 1:45-3:30pm

Saturdays 12-3:30pm

Additional shifts are available if they align with your schedule and CK’s needs.

Requirements: Must be enrolled at Augsburg University for Fall Semester. Must be work study eligible.

https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000060857217-student-sabo-center-campus-kitchen-leader

I-94 Construction Updates—Changes Coming in Mid-June

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

MnDOT is continuing bridge preservation and maintenance work on five bridges along I-94 in Minneapolis, affecting travel time and highway access to Augsburg through August.

There will be a full weekend closure of I-94 between 35W and Huron Blvd in mid-June (exact date TBD) to shift lanes to the opposite side of the freeway. Traffic will continue to be reduced to two lanes in both directions through the summer.

Starting in mid-June, several ramps will be closed through August:

‒ Northbound I-35W to eastbound I-94
‒ S. 6th St. to eastbound I-94
‒ Huron Blvd. to eastbound I-94
‒ Eastbound I-94 to Huron Blvd.
‒ Riverside Ave. to eastbound I-94
‒ Cedar Ave. to eastbound I-94

During this time, the detour from northbound I-35W to eastbound I-94 will be via eastbound Hwy 36 and southbound I-35E.

The Riverside bridge over I-94 is expected to reopen around May 29. However, there will be another closure later in the summer (likely mid-July to early August).

Visit the MnDOT project website for more information.

Join Staff Senate

submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu

Staff Senate nominations are now open! Please nominate yourself or a colleague who you think would be a great fit! The deadline to nominate is Friday, May 30. After which a ballot will be sent out in early June.

Everyone who is nominated is asked if they would like to accept their nomination, so even if you’re unsure whether or not the person would be interested, nominating them doesn’t commit them to anything! We’ve added some info below to give you an idea about what the Staff Senate does and some of the events we did this year. If you have any questions feel free to reach by emailing Staff Senate at staffsenate@augsburg.edu.

The Augsburg University Staff Senate is a body of elected staff members who advocate on behalf of the staff, foster meaningful dialogue, and work to recognize and celebrate the impact of staff members on the University and community.

Staff Senators meet monthly to discuss events, staff/campus concerns. This year we hosted several staff wellness events and the annual staff appreciation.

You can also talk to current members which includes Emilie Lenz, Keri Clifton, Izzy Rankin, Hayley Selinski, and Elijah Owens to get more information.

Nominate a co-worker or yourself!

Nominate a co-worker or yourself!

Join Us May 21-25 for the 5-Year Angelversary of George Floyd

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Our annual event, Rise & Remember Festival, exists to hold in remembrance George Floyd and those we have lost unjustly to the pervasive impacts of systemic racism. Activities focus on education, empowerment, healing, celebration, and our collective pursuit for racial justice and equity. Through Rise & Remember Festival, we will host a candlelight vigil, a Night of Honor, and the street festival that continues to highlight the role of community-rooted healing and art as activism. Our vision is that this experience inspires people to rise to the occasion to come together in community and build racial justice and equity.

Learn more at https://riseandremember.org/festival/.

Thur, May 22
Reading of KILL MOVE PARADISE: The reading will be done at Pillsbury House. There will be a discussion after this reading that audience members are encouraged to participate in.

Fri, May 23
Paint to Express Summer Kickback: Come hang out with us before the festivities of the weekend! Although all are welcome, this is a Black, Indigenous, and People of Color centered workshop, as safe spaces to express ourselves are not always available.

Sat, May
Reading of KILL MOVE PARADISE & Pre-Event Volunteering: The reading will be done at Pillsbury House. If you’re available and willing to, please sign up to volunteer with us in the morning. Thank you!

Sunday, May 25
Justice for George: Commemorate. Cultivate. Celebrate: Join us on Sunday for the main event! Live performances, live muralists, a vendor fair, and so much more! Experience community with us as we embody radical joy throughout this event. We can’t wait to see you there!

Register for events or volunteer with Memorialize the Movement.

Fiscal Year-End May 31 Deadline

submitted by stepanek@augsburg.edu

Invoices, Expense Reports and Payment Authorization Forms

Please submit invoices, expense reports, payment authorization forms, etc. for goods or services received on or before May 31, 2025 by Friday, June 13, 2025. All expenses need to have proper coding and approvals. Please email invoices to accountspayableaugsburg.edu or drop them off at the Business Office, Science Building Suite 137.

If you have not received an invoice from a vendor for goods or services received or delivered by May 31, please contact Carole Kampf (kampf@augsburg.edu X1260) by Friday, June 13, 2025.

Checks and Cash

If you have checks and cash that need to be deposited for Fiscal year 2025, please bring to the Business Office, Science Building Suite 137 by Friday June 6, 2025.

Our office is open to the public Tuesday through Fridays 8:00am to 3:00pm.

Thank you for your help in this process!

New Staff Position: Head Football Coach

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

Summary of Position

The Football Head Coach is responsible for planning and administration of the football program. The head coach provides vision, leadership and oversight for current student-athletes, prospective students-athletes, alumni, parents and supporters of the program.

Primary Responsibilities

– Instruct student-athletes on physical health, team concepts, safety, and sport-specific skills on both an individual and team basis.
– Identify and recruit talented and qualified prospective student-athletes according to the recruiting goals established by the Athletic Administrative team.
– Determine and select rostered team members; exercises full-discretion of student-athlete playing time/competitive opportunities.
– Teach, advise and mentor student-athletes on life-skills.
– Maintain acceptable win/loss records or place-finish in accordance with Augsburg University Athletics program standards.
– Monitor and support academic progress of student-athletes/teams to meet/exceed athletic department standards; intervenes with appropriate corrective action as needed.
– Maintain acceptable student-athlete retention rates to the team and/or institution.
– Create sport/event-specific practice and meet plans, analyze film and facilitate team meetings.
– Supervise Assistant Coach(es) and/or graduate fellow(s) (if applicable).
– Oversee program compliance with all rules and policies.

Additional Responsibilities

– Oversee all areas of budget management, fundraising, travel planning and program organization.
– Alumni/parent communication and involvement, including organizing events as appropriate.
– Organize and participate in team community-service event(s).
– Involvement with camps and clinics.
– All other duties as apparent or assigned by supervisor(s).

Work Environment and Physical Demands

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

View Job Posting

New Staff Positions This Week (3)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

05/19/2025: Head Football Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000060416840-head-football-coach
05/16/2025: Counselor, Center for Wellness and Counseling
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000060033691-counselor-center-for-wellness-and-counseling
05/15/2025: Senior Associate Athletic Director
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000059750728-senior-associate-athletic-director

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Vocation of Lutheran Higher Education Conference July 14-16 at Augsburg

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

This summer Augsburg will again host the annual Vocation of Lutheran Higher Education Conference. Each year, members of Lutheran colleges and universities gather to explore the distinctive roles we play in higher education. The theme of the 2025 conference “Ethical Leadership in a Changing World.” The conference aligns with NECU’s mission of preparing students for lives of leadership and service through a theologically rooted understanding of vocation. Ethical leadership—grounded in Lutheran traditions of grace, justice, and community—ensures development of the character and discernment to lead in ways that promote the common good. Join us as we explore how Lutheran higher education can equip the next generation of leaders to navigate ethical challenges with integrity and faith.

Highlights include a keynote address by Dr. Walter Fluker, a renowned scholar and leader in ethics and leadership studies, who will challenge participants to consider how vocation and values-based leadership intersect in today’s complex world. His insights will provide a foundation for discussions on how NECU institutions can cultivate ethical leaders who serve with wisdom, courage, and a deep sense of purpose.

The conference begins at 5:00 pm on Monday, July 14 and ends at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, July 16.

The registration fee is waived for Augsburg participants and meals (lunch and dinner) are provided to Augsburg participants free of charge. The deadline for registration is Monday, June 16. If you have questions about registration, please contact Janice Dames (x1732 or dames@augsburg.edu).

Register for the conference

Take a Screenwriting Course This Summer

submitted by myerss@augsburg.edu

Topics in Playwriting: Television

PWC 310-A or PWC 510-A

Summer 2025, Saturdays, June 7 through August 23, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.

Instructor: Jessica Huang (https://www.jessica-huang.com/)

Do you have a great idea for a TV show, but you’re not sure how to get it on the page? Do you have a script in the drawer that’s begging to be finished, but something just isn’t quite right?

Throughout the year, Augsburg University and Playwrights’ Center, a Twin-Cities-based national organization supporting playwrights and new play development, partner to offer online, accredited playwriting and television-writing courses, taught by today’s leading writers in the field to students all over the country.

This three-hour weekly class is designed as an online workshop for students who are interested in learning the art and craft of writing for television. Students will study the fundamentals of professional writing for broadcast, cable, and digital platforms. They will explore the principles of television series creation by developing a compelling premise and executing a viable, character-driven pilot script.

Registration for this course is processed through the Schwartz School of the Arts. Please reach out to creativearts@augsburg.edu with your interest.

Check out more info.

Explore Costumes and Fashion This Fall with a Course in the Theatre Department

submitted by palmerst@augsburg.edu

This course will cover topics such as elements and principles of art and design, fashion designers in film, history of stage makeup and techniques, tattoos in theater, rendering costumes, facial hair, costumes in opera, fabric identification, how clothing is a form of nonverbal communication, and much more. Explore the creative process behind fashion and theatrical costume design.

This course is great for future theater artists, artists and designers of any medium, History majors, English majors, and those who simply appreciate the visual arts and want to gain more knowledge about this field!

THR280 – Fashion, Costumes, and Stage Makeup
Fall 2025, Monday, Wednesday, Friday (10:50 – 11:50am) 4 credits

Counts towards Arts Core Curriculum requirements. No prerequisites.

Instructor: Stacey Palmer; MFA Costume and Scenic Design and Theatre Historiography, BS Apparel Design and Theatre Arts (palmerst@augsburg.edu)

Instructor’s Portfolio website

New FAFSA Deadline

submitted by bjorkluw@augsburg.edu

The 2025-2026 FAFSA is available to complete online at http://www.studentaid.gov. If you have not yet completed your FAFSA for the upcoming academic year, please complete this as soon as possible to ensure funding availability.
The deadline to receive the MN State Grant is July 31st, 2025. Your FAFSA must be fully submitted by this date.

Student Financial Services is available to assist you with FAFSA completion appointments.

Faculty/Staff: Please help us in reminding students to complete their FAFSA ASAP!

File your FAFSA today!

Course Material Adoptions Deadline TOMORROW for Summer Time 2 and Fall

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

Augsburg is transitioning to a new course materials partner, eCampus, at the end of this month. The best way to ensure your Summer Time 2 and Fall course materials are available for student purchase in a timely manner is to SUBMIT ALL ADOPTIONS IN THE EXISTING BARNES & NOBLE SYSEM BY MAY 21.

Barnes & Noble will provide eCampus a data file of all adoptions submitted previously and up to or on May 21. eCampus load all adoptions into their online adoption tool, called “FAST,” which will go live after Memorial Day (watch A-mail for updates).

New Staff Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

05/16/2025: Counselor, Center for Wellness and Counseling
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000060033691-counselor-center-for-wellness-and-counseling
05/15/2025: Senior Associate Athletic Director
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000059750728-senior-associate-athletic-director

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Join Us May 21-25 for the 5-Year Angelversary of George Floyd

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Our annual event, Rise & Remember Festival, exists to hold in remembrance George Floyd and those we have lost unjustly to the pervasive impacts of systemic racism. Activities focus on education, empowerment, healing, celebration, and our collective pursuit for racial justice and equity. Through Rise & Remember Festival, we will host a candlelight vigil, a Night of Honor, and the street festival that continues to highlight the role of community-rooted healing and art as activism. Our vision is that this experience inspires people to rise to the occasion to come together in community and build racial justice and equity.

Learn more at https://riseandremember.org/festival/.

Wed, May 21
Walking Tour: Join us on Wednesday, May 24th from 6-7:30pm for Memorialize the Movement’s first ever walking tour!

Thur, May 22
Reading of KILL MOVE PARADISE: The reading will be done at Pillsbury House. There will be a discussion after this reading that audience members are encouraged to participate in.

Fri, May 23
Paint to Express Summer Kickback: Come hang out with us before the festivities of the weekend! Although all are welcome, this is a Black, Indigenous, and People of Color centered workshop, as safe spaces to express ourselves are not always available.

Sat, May
Reading of KILL MOVE PARADISE & Pre-Event Volunteering: The reading will be done at Pillsbury House. If you’re available and willing to, please sign up to volunteer with us in the morning. Thank you!

Sunday, May 25
Justice for George: Commemorate. Cultivate. Celebrate: Join us on Sunday for the main event! Live performances, live muralists, a vendor fair, and so much more! Experience community with us as we embody radical joy throughout this event. We can’t wait to see you there!

Register for events or volunteer with Memorialize the Movement.

Take a Screenwriting Course This Summer

submitted by myerss@augsburg.edu

Topics in Playwriting: Television

PWC 310-A or PWC 510-A

Summer 2025, Saturdays, June 7 through August 23, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.

Instructor: Jessica Huang (https://www.jessica-huang.com/)

Do you have a great idea for a TV show, but you’re not sure how to get it on the page? Do you have a script in the drawer that’s begging to be finished, but something just isn’t quite right?

Throughout the year, Augsburg University and Playwrights’ Center, a Twin-Cities-based national organization supporting playwrights and new play development, partner to offer online, accredited playwriting and television-writing courses, taught by today’s leading writers in the field to students all over the country.

This three-hour weekly class is designed as an online workshop for students who are interested in learning the art and craft of writing for television. Students will study the fundamentals of professional writing for broadcast, cable, and digital platforms. They will explore the principles of television series creation by developing a compelling premise and executing a viable, character-driven pilot script.

Registration for this course is processed through the Schwartz School of the Arts. Please reach out to creativearts@augsburg.edu with your interest.

Check out more info.

Staff and Faculty Ice Cream Social in Dining Commons – May 20

submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu

Please join us in the Dining Commons in Christensen Center (new location) Tues. May 20, 3:00 – 4:30 p.m., for a staff and faculty ice cream social. Come, make a sundae with your favorite toppings and join your colleagues from across campus in celebrating the end of the academic year.

The Aladdin catering team has confirmed that all ice cream to be served is gluten-free.

Have Some Ice Cream and Join Staff Senate

submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu

Staff Senate Events and Happenings

END OF YEAR ICE CREAM SOCIAL TODAY
Tuesday, May 20, 3–4:30 P.M. at the Dining Commons

And

STAFF SENATE NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN
Please nominate yourself or any colleague who you think would be a great fit! The deadline to nominate is Friday, May 30. After which a ballot will be sent out in June.

The Augsburg University Staff Senate is a body of elected staff members who advocate on behalf of the staff, foster meaningful dialogue, and work to recognize and celebrate the impact of staff members on the University and community.

Email us or talk to a current member of if you have any questions (Emilie Lenz, Keri Clifton, Izzy Rankin, Hayley Selinski, and Elijah Owens).

Nominate a co-worker or yourself!

We will likely be less active over the summer, but feel free to reach out anytime at staffsenate@augsburg.edu.

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

Update on Campus Network Outage

submitted by matthias@augsburg.edu

Thank you all for your patience this weekend as we worked through an unexpected issue with our campus network infrastructure. The outage and subsequent instability in the network followed a planned maintenance that intersected with a campus power outage due to Thursday afternoon’s weather, causing hardware failure. Our systems team has been working on this issue since Thursday evening and throughout the weekend to troubleshoot this complex issue and implement a plan to restore connectivity, including installation of temporary equipment. We’ll be posting a more detailed summary message on the IT Website blog in the coming days. Additional information, and the ability to subscribe to alerts, can be found on our Status Hub page linked below.

We apologize for the disruption to your teaching and learning that this outage may have caused.

Augsburg Status Hub

Campus Cupboard Summer Hours

submitted by kojimam@augsburg.edu

Campus Cupboard is open during the summer! All students and community members are welcome.

Location: Basement of Anderson Residence Hall, Room 026
Hours: 2-5pm on Monday through Thursday, 3:30-5pm on Friday

Please check out our Instagram for daily updates @ck.augsburg
Sign up to our weekly newsletters by emailing campuskitchen@augsburg.edu
Website: https://www.augsburg.edu/campuskitchen/

TODAY: Focused Conversation on Student Success

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

All faculty and staff are invited to attend the final Focused Conversation of the academic year at noon today. Paula O’Loughlin, Mike Grewe, Kristen Chamberlain, and Kelsey Richardson-Blackwell will provide updates and lead a conversation about student success work.

Monday, May 19, 2025

12—1:00 p.m.

Marshall Room and via Zoom

To view the Focused Conversation schedule and access the livestream link, visit the All Hands page.

All Hands | Inside Augsburg (login required)

Monday: Focused Conversation on Student Success

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

All faculty and staff are invited to attend the final Focused Conversation of the 2024–25 academic year on Monday, May 19. Paula O’Loughlin, Mike Grewe, Kristen Chamberlain, and Kelsey Richardson-Blackwell will provide updates and lead a conversation about student success work.

Monday, May 19, 2025

12—1:00 p.m.

Marshall Room and via Zoom

To view the Focused Conversation schedule and access the livestream link, visit the All Hands page.

All Hands | Inside Augsburg (login required)

Focused Conversation: Student Success (May 19)

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

All faculty and staff are invited to attend the final Focused Conversation of the 2024–25 academic year on Monday, May 19. Paula O’Loughlin, Mike Grewe, Kristen Chamberlain, and Kelsey Richardson-Blackwell will provide updates and lead a conversation about student success work.

Monday, May 19, 2025

12—1:00 p.m.

Marshall Room and via Zoom

To view the Focused Conversation schedule and access the livestream link (once available), visit the All Hands page.

All Hands | Inside Augsburg (login required)

Register by May 15: CIC’s Belong Free Professional Development

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

Summer Quick Study Access – Sign Up Now!

As part of our membership in CIC’s Belong community, our campus is able to access continued learning opportunities in the form of one-hour Quick Study courses—at no cost to our institution’s personnel! As the semester winds down, now is a great time to plan your Summer professional development.
The Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) is a trusted leader in faculty development. Their self-paced Quick Study courses help you stay current and confident in cutting-edge teaching topics. Up to 50 campus members may enroll (first come, first served) and will have access through December 31, 2025.

Available Now:
Establishing a Culture of Constructive Conversations
Developing Students’ Critical Thinking and Analytical Skills
Developing Students’ Media Literacy
Embedding Career Guidance into Your Course
Integrating Open Educational Resources (OER)
Writing Effective AI Prompts
Leveraging AI to Develop Course Resources
Teaching with AI: Inclusive and AI-Resistant Learning Experiences
Empowering Students to Use AI Responsibly
Introduction to Generative AI
Preparing Students for Experiential Learning
Transforming Assignments in the Age of AI (A Thought Exercise)
Integrating a Learning Community Approach into Your Course

Each course is rooted in ACUE’s evidence-based pedagogy and comes with implementation guides to support classroom application. Register here by May 15th to access this benefit.

Belong Quick Study Registrations

Days in May 14-15: Workshop Registration

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

The Office of Faculty Development and Center for Teaching & Learning look forward to learning and reflecting together at our annual Days in May Conference, May 14 & 15. To help with planning catering, materials, and attendance documentation, we ask community members to pre-register for your preferred Days in May Workshops as possible. Day-of and on-site registration are still welcome. Please let us know of any reasonable accommodations you will need in order to participate in these workshops.

See Days in May 2025 Workshop Schedule and Program for additional details. Both are linked in the registration form for your convenience.

Days in May Registration

Great Deals at the Bookstore

submitted by leecc7@augsburg.edu

Hello! 
 
As some of you may know, there are going to be changes to the bookstore this upcoming Fall Semester. That being said, we have GREAT DEALS right now in out closing days! Don’t miss out on 50% off on all Auggie Merch (and 75% off on folders) for the next 6 days! 
 
This is while supplies last, so come stop in and shop while you can! The last day you can shop in store is MAY 21st!
 
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out! 
 

Fiscal Year-End May 31 Deadline

submitted by stepanek@augsburg.edu

Invoices, Expense Reports and Payment Authorization Forms

Please submit invoices, expense reports, payment authorization forms, etc. for goods or services received on or before May 31, 2025 by Friday, June 13, 2025. All expenses need to have proper coding and approvals. Please email invoices to accountspayableaugsburg.edu or drop them off at the Business Office, Science Building Suite 137.

If you have not received an invoice from a vendor for goods or services received or delivered by May 31, please contact Carole Kampf (kampf@augsburg.edu X1260) by Friday, June 13, 2025.

Checks and Cash

If you have checks and cash that need to be deposited for Fiscal year 2025, please bring to the Business Office, Science Building Suite 137 by Friday June 6, 2025.

Our office is open to the public Tuesday through Fridays 8:00am to 3:00pm.

Thank you for your prompt attention and cooperation!

Great Deals at the Bookstore

submitted by leecc7@augsburg.edu

Hello! 
 
As some of you may know, there are going to be changes to the bookstore this upcoming Fall Semester. That being said, we have GREAT DEALS right now in out closing days! Don’t miss out on 50% off on all Auggie Merch (and 75% off on folders) for the next 7 days! 
 
This is while supplies last, so come stop in and shop while you can! The last day you can shop in store is MAY 21st!
 
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out! 
 

Last Focused Conversation of the Year: May 19

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

All faculty and staff are invited to attend the final Focused Conversation of the 2024–25 academic year on Monday, May 19. Paula O’Loughlin, Mike Grewe, Kristen Chamberlain, and Kelsey Richardson-Blackwell will provide updates and lead a conversation about student success work.

Monday, May 19, 2025

12—1:00 p.m.

Marshall Room and via Zoom

To view the Focused Conversation schedule and access the livestream link, visit the All Hands page.

All Hands | Inside Augsburg (login required)

Register by May 15: CIC’s Belong Free Professional Development

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

Summer Quick Study Access – Sign Up Now!

As part of our membership in CIC’s Belong community, our campus is able to access continued learning opportunities in the form of one-hour Quick Study courses—at no cost to our institution’s personnel! As the semester winds down, now is a great time to plan your Summer professional development.
The Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) is a trusted leader in faculty development. Their self-paced Quick Study courses help you stay current and confident in cutting-edge teaching topics. Up to 50 campus members may enroll (first come, first served) and will have access through December 31, 2025.

Available Now:
Establishing a Culture of Constructive Conversations
Developing Students’ Critical Thinking and Analytical Skills
Developing Students’ Media Literacy
Embedding Career Guidance into Your Course
Integrating Open Educational Resources (OER)
Writing Effective AI Prompts
Leveraging AI to Develop Course Resources
Teaching with AI: Inclusive and AI-Resistant Learning Experiences
Empowering Students to Use AI Responsibly
Introduction to Generative AI
Preparing Students for Experiential Learning
Transforming Assignments in the Age of AI (A Thought Exercise)
Integrating a Learning Community Approach into Your Course

Each course is rooted in ACUE’s evidence-based pedagogy and comes with implementation guides to support classroom application. Register here by May 15th to access this benefit.

Belong Quick Study Registrations

Days in May 14-15: Workshop Registration

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

The Office of Faculty Development and Center for Teaching & Learning look forward to learning and reflecting together at our annual Days in May Conference, May 14 & 15. To help with planning catering, materials, and attendance documentation, we ask community members to pre-register for your preferred Days in May Workshops as possible. Day-of and on-site registration are still welcome. Please let us know of any reasonable accommodations you will need in order to participate in these workshops.

See Days in May 2025 Workshop Schedule and Program for additional details. Both are linked in the registration form for your convenience.

Days in May Registration

Health Benefits – Kavira Webinar

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

Discover how Kavira makes everyday care simple and accessible for you and your family! Join one of the upcoming webinars in May to explore the many benefits of Kavira, learn how to make the most of our services, and ask any questions you may have.

Participating in Augsburg’s medical plans but haven’t used Kavira yet? Kavira is a convenient way to get great care at low or no cost. Learn more in one of the webinars.

Register for a webinar:
Thursday May 15, 9-9:30 AM
https://j0l1y7h.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fus06web.zoom.us%2Fwebinar%2Fregister%2FWN_vUgs-U8FQLi6BnYKs9xlvw/1/01000196b187321e-469dce41-3413-4498-8288-c61f88540504-000000/PNSG41b8n7JeKJ9jvew89wV1WWs=425

Tuesday May 27, 12-12:30 PM
https://j0l1y7h.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fus06web.zoom.us%2Fwebinar%2Fregister%2FWN_l4rgu8gER4Sp-2O5ow2gCw/1/01000196b187321e-469dce41-3413-4498-8288-c61f88540504-000000/llaooFNTnwamYz3olPGABYZLeuE=425

New FAFSA Deadline

submitted by bjorkluw@augsburg.edu

The 2025-2026 FAFSA is available to complete online at http://www.studentaid.gov. If you have not yet completed your FAFSA for the upcoming academic year, please complete this as soon as possible to ensure funding availability.
The deadline to receive the MN State Grant is July 31st, 2025. Your FAFSA must be fully submitted by this date.

Student Financial Services is available to assist you with FAFSA completion appointments.

Faculty/Staff: Please help us in reminding students to complete their FAFSA ASAP!

File your FAFSA today!

Urness/Christensen Center Generator Repair May 13

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The emergency lighting in Urness Hall and Christensen Center will be temporarily down to repair the emergency generator on Tuesday, May 13th starting at 7:00a- 4:00p. The emergency power shutdown will affect all emergency lighting in some corridors and stairwells. Contact Facilities Management for any questions or concerns.

Register by May 15: CIC’s Belong Free Professional Development

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

Summer Quick Study Access – Sign Up Now!

As part of our membership in CIC’s Belong community, our campus is able to access continued learning opportunities in the form of one-hour Quick Study courses—at no cost to our institution’s personnel! As the semester winds down, now is a great time to plan your Summer professional development.
The Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) is a trusted leader in faculty development. Their self-paced Quick Study courses help you stay current and confident in cutting-edge teaching topics. Up to 50 campus members may enroll (first come, first served) and will have access through December 31, 2025.

Available Now:
Establishing a Culture of Constructive Conversations
Developing Students’ Critical Thinking and Analytical Skills
Developing Students’ Media Literacy
Embedding Career Guidance into Your Course
Integrating Open Educational Resources (OER)
Writing Effective AI Prompts
Leveraging AI to Develop Course Resources
Teaching with AI: Inclusive and AI-Resistant Learning Experiences
Empowering Students to Use AI Responsibly
Introduction to Generative AI
Preparing Students for Experiential Learning
Transforming Assignments in the Age of AI (A Thought Exercise)
Integrating a Learning Community Approach into Your Course

Each course is rooted in ACUE’s evidence-based pedagogy and comes with implementation guides to support classroom application. Register here by May 15th to access this benefit.

Belong Quick Study Registrations

Days in May 14-15: Workshop Registration

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

The Office of Faculty Development and Center for Teaching & Learning look forward to learning and reflecting together at our annual Days in May Conference, May 14 & 15. To help with planning catering, materials, and attendance documentation, we ask community members to pre-register for your preferred Days in May Workshops as possible. Day-of and on-site registration are still welcome. Please let us know of any reasonable accommodations you will need in order to participate in these workshops.

See Days in May 2025 Workshop Schedule and Program for additional details. Both are linked in the registration form for your convenience.

Days in May Registration

Women’s Trek Bike for Sale

submitted by lowe@augsburg.edu

15 inch frame fits a rider 5’2 – 5’5. Has a Terry women’s-specific seat, suspension seat post, comfort grips and bar ends. Hoping for $200.00. Bike has been meticulously cared for. Email lowe@augsburg if you are interested.

https://www.bicyclebluebook.com/value-guide/2009%20Trek%207.5%20FX%20WSD/?srsltid=AfmBOoo8-9nSgLZunj_UDjD-PdD8VjxXxvtG7vsUMHXB9ItYf2kQQWQi

Take a Course in Fashion, Costumes, and Stage Makeup – Fall 2025

submitted by palmerst@augsburg.edu

THR280 – Fashion, Costumes, and Stage Makeup
Fall 2025, Monday, Wednesday, Friday (10:50 – 11:50am) 4 credits

Counts towards Arts Core Curriculum requirements. No prerequisites.
Course is only offered every 2 years.

Instructor: Stacey Palmer; MFA Costume and Scenic Design and Theatre Historiography, BS Apparel Design and Theatre Arts (palmerst@augsburg.edu)

This course will cover topics such as elements and principles of art and design, fashion designers in film, history of stage makeup and techniques, tattoos in theater, rendering costumes, facial hair, costumes in opera, fabric identification, how clothing is a form of nonverbal communication, and much more. Explore the creative process behind fashion and theatrical costume design.

Fashion, Costumes, and Stage Makeup is great for future theater artists, artists and designers of any medium, History majors, English majors, and those who simply appreciate the visual arts and want to gain more knowledge about this field!

Instructor’s Instagram Portfolio

Central Services Summer Hours

submitted by longj@augsburg.edu

Central Services will be switching to their summer hours starting May 12, 2025.

Copy Center will be open 9am to 4pm, Monday through Friday.

Shipping/Receiving will be open 10am to 3pm, Monday through Friday with limited deliveries. Our student workers are limited to two hours per day and will primarily be delivering to department offices/work hubs only. This helps ensure we can deliver to all of the departments who need deliveries. If you have a special case please contact mailship@augsburg.edu to make arrangements ahead of time.

Mailroom no longer has public hours. Please stop into the Copy Center or email mailship@augsburg.edu if you need help.

Central Services

New Staff Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

05/05/2025: Graduate Assistant Track & Field Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000057625590-graduate-assistant-track-field-coach
05/05/2025: Graduate Assistant Women’s Swim and Dive Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000057623611-graduate-assistant-women-s-swim-and-dive-coach

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Campus Cupboard Summer Hours

submitted by kojimam@augsburg.edu

The Campus Cupboard is open during the summer break!
Location: Basement of Anderson Residence Hall 026
Hours: 2-5pm on Monday through Thursday, 3:30-5pm on Friday

For daily updates: check out our instagram @ck.augsburg
Email campuskitchen@augsburg.edu to be added to our email list.
For more information about Campus Kitchen, check out our website here:
https://www.augsburg.edu/campuskitchen/

Take a Youth Studies Class This Fall

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

YST 210: Rethinking Children and Youth

Fall 2025, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:30pm to 5:10pm

Instructor: Kao Nou L. Moua, PhD, MSW, LGSW (mouakao@augsburg.edu)

Society often expects children and youth to be seen and not heard. This course will develop an understanding of children and youth that will allow us to engage them as assets and agents of positive change.

This class is great for future youth workers, social workers, educators, coaches, and youth mentors!

Urness/Christensen Center Generator Repair May 13

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The emergency lighting in Urness Hall and Christensen Center will be temporarily down to repair the emergency generator on Tuesday, May 13th starting at 7:00a- 4:00p. The emergency power shutdown will affect all emergency lighting in some corridors and stairwells. Contact Facilities Management for any questions or concerns.

New Student Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

05/07/2025: Student: Financial Aid Assistant
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000058095550-student-financial-aid-assistant
05/02/2025: Student: Supplemental Instructor Sociology, Academic Year 2025-26
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000057274652-student-supplemental-instructor-sociology-academic-year-2025-26

Search Augsburg Job Postings

New Staff Positions This Week (3)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

05/05/2025: Graduate Assistant Track & Field Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000057625590-graduate-assistant-track-field-coach
05/05/2025: Graduate Assistant Women’s Swim and Dive Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000057623611-graduate-assistant-women-s-swim-and-dive-coach
05/02/2025: Assistant Registrar for Curriculum and Registration
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000057346650-assistant-registrar-for-curriculum-and-registration

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Lindell Starting Summer Hours Next Week

submitted by vanclev1@augsburg.edu

Lindell Library will be moving to summer hours next week:

Open Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm
Closed Saturday and Sunday

This means the library will be closed this Saturday and Sunday, reopening on Monday at 9am. Hours are subject to change: please view the library hours page (library.augsburg.edu/hours) for current information prior to planning a visit. Enjoy the summer!

Library Hours Page

Women’s Trek Bike for Sale

submitted by lowe@augsburg.edu

Women’s Trek FX 7.5 bike for sale. 15 inch frame fits a rider 5’2 – 5’5. Has a Terry women’s-specific seat, suspension seat post, comfort grips and bar ends. Hoping for $200.00. Bike has been meticulously cared for. Email lowe@augsburg if you are interested. https://www.bicyclebluebook.com/value-guide/2009%20Trek%207.5%20FX%20WSD/?srsltid=AfmBOoo8-9nSgLZunj_UDjD-PdD8VjxXxvtG7vsUMHXB9ItYf2kQQWQi

https://www.bicyclebluebook.com/value-guide/2009%20Trek%207.5%20FX%20WSD/?srsltid=AfmBOoo8-9nSgLZunj_UDjD-PdD8VjxXxvtG7vsUMHXB9ItYf2kQQWQi

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. You can email us at staffsenate@augsburg.edu with questions or ideas anytime.

Upcoming opportunities to connect:
Monthly Brown Bag Lunch this Tuesday
Monthly on the second Tuesday: May 13th at 12pm
Meet monthly for a casual staff lunch.
Watch for location (we’ll determine based on weather). It’s currently looking like it will be pretty hot!

END OF YEAR ICE CREAM SOCIAL
Tuesday, May 20, 3–4:30 P.M.

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

Central Services Summer Hours

submitted by longj@augsburg.edu

Central Services will be switching to their summer hours starting May 12, 2025.

Copy Center will be open 9am to 4pm, Monday through Friday.

Shipping/Receiving will be open 10am to 3pm, Monday through Friday with limited deliveries. Our student workers are limited to two hours per day and will primarily be delivering to department offices/work hubs only. This helps ensure we can deliver to all of the departments who need deliveries. If you have a special case please contact mailship@augsburg.edu to make arrangements ahead of time.

Mailroom no longer has public hours. Please stop into the Copy Center or email mailship@augsburg.edu if you need help.

Central Services

Register by May 15: CIC’s Belong Free Professional Development

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

Summer Quick Study Access – Sign Up Now!

As part of our membership in CIC’s Belong community, our campus is able to access continued learning opportunities in the form of one-hour Quick Study courses—at no cost to our institution’s personnel! As the semester winds down, now is a great time to plan your Summer professional development.
The Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) is a trusted leader in faculty development. Their self-paced Quick Study courses help you stay current and confident in cutting-edge teaching topics. Up to 50 campus members may enroll (first come, first served) and will have access through December 31, 2025.
Available Now:
Establishing a Culture of Constructive Conversations

Developing Students’ Critical Thinking and Analytical Skills

Developing Students’ Media Literacy

Embedding Career Guidance into Your Course

Integrating Open Educational Resources (OER)

Writing Effective AI Prompts

Leveraging AI to Develop Course Resources

Teaching with AI: Inclusive and AI-Resistant Learning Experiences

Empowering Students to Use AI Responsibly

Introduction to Generative AI

Preparing Students for Experiential Learning

Transforming Assignments in the Age of AI (A Thought Exercise)

Integrating a Learning Community Approach into Your Course

Each course is rooted in ACUE’s evidence-based pedagogy and comes with implementation guides to support classroom application. Register here by May 15th to access this benefit.

Belong Quick Study Registrations

Days in May 14 and 15: Workshop Registration

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

The Office of Faculty Development and Center for Teaching & Learning look forward to learning and reflecting together at our annual Days in May Conference, May 14 & 15. To help with planning catering, materials, and attendance documentation, we ask community members to pre-register for your preferred Days in May Workshops as possible. Day-of and on-site registration are still welcome. Please let us know of any reasonable accommodations you will need in order to participate in these workshops.

See Days in May 2025 Workshop Schedule and Program for additional details. Both are linked in the registration form for your convenience.

Days in May Registration

Take a Youth Studies Class This Fall

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

YST 210: Rethinking Children and Youth

Fall 2025, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:30pm to 5:10pm

Instructor: Kao Nou L. Moua, PhD, MSW, LGSW (mouakao@augsburg.edu)

Society often expects children and youth to be seen and not heard. This course will develop an understanding of children and youth that will allow us to engage them as assets and agents of positive change.

This class is great for future youth workers, social workers, educators, coaches, and youth mentors!

New Student Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

05/07/2025: Student: Financial Aid Assistant
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000058095550-student-financial-aid-assistant
05/02/2025: Student: Supplemental Instructor Sociology, Academic Year 2025-26
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000057274652-student-supplemental-instructor-sociology-academic-year-2025-26

Search Augsburg Job Postings

New Staff Positions This Week (3)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

05/05/2025: Graduate Assistant Track & Field Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000057625590-graduate-assistant-track-field-coach
05/05/2025: Graduate Assistant Women’s Swim and Dive Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000057623611-graduate-assistant-women-s-swim-and-dive-coach
05/02/2025: Assistant Registrar for Curriculum and Registration
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000057346650-assistant-registrar-for-curriculum-and-registration

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Days in May 14-15: Workshop Registration

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

The Office of Faculty Development and Center for Teaching & Learning look forward to learning and reflecting together at our annual Days in May Conference, May 14 & 15. To help with planning catering, materials, and attendance documentation, we ask community members to pre-register for your preferred Days in May Workshops as possible. Day-of and on-site registration are still welcome. Please let us know of any reasonable accommodations you will need in order to participate in these workshops.

See Days in May 2025 Workshop Schedule and Program for additional details. Both are linked in the registration form for your convenience.

Days in May Registration

Moodle Minor Upgrade on May 9 – New Features Await

submitted by slettens@augsburg.edu

We hope your semester is wrapping up smoothly! On May 9th at 5pm, we will upgrade our Moodle instance from version 4.4 to 4.5, a process that will take up to one hour, during which Moodle will be temporarily unavailable.

This minor update includes improved course organization with subsections, enhanced screen recording, and new student notifications. AI integration within the content editor is available but currently disabled as we further explore its functionality.

While Moodle’s overall look remains unchanged, we hope these new features enhance your teaching experience. For a detailed overview, please refer to What’s new in Moodle 2025-26? linked below!

What’s new in Moodle 2025-2026?

Urness/Christensen Center Generator Repair May 13

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The emergency lighting in Urness Hall and Christensen Center will be temporarily down to repair the emergency generator on Tuesday, May 13th starting at 7:00a- 4:00p. The emergency power shutdown will affect all emergency lighting in some corridors and stairwells. Contact Facilities Management for any questions or concerns.

Central Services Summer Hours

submitted by longj@augsburg.edu

Central Services will be switching to their summer hours starting May 12, 2025.

Copy Center will be open 9am to 4pm, Monday through Friday.

Shipping/Receiving will be open 10am to 3pm, Monday through Friday with limited deliveries. Our student workers are limited to two hours per day and will primarily be delivering to department offices/work hubs only. This helps ensure we can deliver to all of the departments who need deliveries. If you have a special case please contact mailship@augsburg.edu to make arrangements ahead of time.

Mailroom no longer has public hours. Please stop into the Copy Center or email mailship@augsburg.edu if you need help.

Central Services

Calling All Benefits-Eligible Employees: Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave Committee

submitted by freder@augsburg.edu

Augsburg is preparing for the implementation of Minnesota’s Paid Family and Medical Leave (MN PFML), which takes effect on January 1, 2026. This new statewide program will impact how medical and family leave are administered and paid to employees. We want to ensure that our planning reflects the needs and perspectives of our campus community.

We are forming an MN PFML Advisory Committee and are seeking benefits-eligible faculty and staff who are interested in participating.
The committee will be comprised of representatives from
-Human Resources
-OPEIU
-Local70
-Benefits-eligible staff
-Benefits-eligible faculty

If you are interested in representing benefits-eligible staff on this committee, please the linked Google Form. Please include a brief statement of why you are interested in joining this committee.

Your voice and input are valuable as we navigate this important change together.
Information on Minnesota Paid Family Leave can be found on the Minnesota DEED website: https://mn.gov/deed/paidleave/

MNPFML Committee Interest Form

Important: New Payroll Deadlines Starting May 12

submitted by freder@augsburg.edu

As we transition to ADP for payroll processing, new deadlines are in place and require immediate attention.

-Timesheet Submission: All employees must submit timesheets at the end of their final shift in the pay period (Friday or Saturday, biweekly).
-Supervisor Approval: Timesheets must be approved by Monday at 10:00 AM.
-Payroll Forms: Submit direct deposit, tax, and benefit forms by Thursday at 12:00 PM of the week before payroll.

Please note:

-Payroll cannot make edits to timesheets after submission deadlines.
-Employees must contact their supervisor and payroll immediately if corrections are needed and changes are not guaranteed for the current pay date.

Timely submission and approval are critical to avoid pay delays.

Please email payroll@augsburg.edu if you have any questions.
Thank you!

CWC Is Closed for the Summer

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

CWC is closed for the summer and will reopen on Wednesday, September 3rd at 8:00am. 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 to the CWC main line will only be checked periodically between June 1 and August 15.

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. Link: https://www.augsburg.edu/cwc/counseling/bettermynd/

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 break

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

Take a Course in Fashion, Costumes, and Stage Makeup This Fall

submitted by palmerst@augsburg.edu

THR280 – Fashion, Costumes, and Stage Makeup
Fall 2025, Monday, Wednesday, Friday (10:50 – 11:50am) 4 credits

Counts towards Arts Core Curriculum requirements. No prerequisites.

Instructor: Stacey Palmer; MFA Costume and Scenic Design and Theatre Historiography, BS Apparel Design and Theatre Arts (palmerst@augsburg.edu)

This course will cover topics such as elements and principles of art and design, fashion designers in film, history of stage makeup and techniques, tattoos in theater, rendering costumes, facial hair, costumes in opera, fabric identification, how clothing is a form of nonverbal communication, and much more. Explore the creative process behind fashion and theatrical costume design.

Fashion, Costumes, and Stage Makeup is great for future theater artists, artists and designers of any medium, History majors, English majors, and those who simply appreciate the visual arts and want to gain more knowledge about this field!

Stacey Palmer’s Instagram Portfolio

Celebrate the Teachers Who Make a Difference at DuNord Cocktail Room This Week

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

At the Du Nord Cocktail Room, we believe in honoring the people who shape our communities—including the incredible teachers who show up every day with heart, hustle, and care.

This Teacher Appreciation Week (May 5–11), we invite you to celebrate the educator in your life—whether that’s a friend, partner, parent, or your favorite former teacher. Bring them in for a night of good food, great drinks, and well-earned appreciation.

At the Du Nord Cocktail Room, we appreciate teachers all year round—all teachers get 20% off their own bill, all the time, not just this week. It’s our small way of saying thank you for the big impact they make every day.

https://www.dunordcocktailroom.com/

Summer Fun in the Neighborhood – Free Music at the Cedar Cultural Center

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Join us for a series of FREE Wednesday night concerts outdoors on the Cedar Plaza!

Free Wednesdays in July: 9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th.
Free Wednesdays in August: 6th, 13th, and 20th.
Start: 6:00 PM / End: 8:00 PM / All Ages
Mixed Seated and Standing + Bring Your Own Chair

Concessions will be available for purchase from The Cedar, and food from local and neighbourhood restaurants will be available for purchase.

July 9th
SINKANE
Sudanese Afrofuturist Funk Rocker

July 16
YEISON LANDERO
Colombian Cumbia Accordion Virtuoso

July 23
Abinnet Berhanu’s Ahndenet አንድነት
Ethiopian Experimental Jazz Fusion

July 30
THE BUDDHA PRINCE
Immersive Outdoor Theatrical Experience

August 6
COMBO DAGUERRE
Psychedelic Franco-Latin Chanson

August 13
THE BURROUGHS
High-Energy Colorado Soul Collective

August 20
UKRAINIAN VILLAGE BAND
Ukrainian Zabava Folk Ensemble

For more information, click the link below or reach out to Jenean Gilmer in the Sabo Center!

https://www.thecedar.org/summer-at-the-cedar?mc_cid=9f661c04b9&mc_eid=6c33699f5d

Summer at the Cedar!

Lindell Starting Summer Hours Next Week

submitted by vanclev1@augsburg.edu

Lindell Library will be moving to summer hours next week:

Open Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm
Closed Saturday and Sunday

This means the library will be closed this Saturday and Sunday, reopening on Monday at 9am. Hours are subject to change: please view the library hours page (library.augsburg.edu/hours) for current information prior to planning a visit. Enjoy the summer!

Library Hours Page

Take a Youth Studies Class This Fall

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

YST 210: Rethinking Children and Youth

Fall 2025, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:30pm to 5:10pm

Instructor: Kao Nou L. Moua, PhD, MSW, LGSW (mouakao@augsburg.edu)

Society often expects children and youth to be seen and not heard. This course will develop an understanding of children and youth that will allow us to engage them as assets and agents of positive change.

This class is great for future youth workers, social workers, educators, coaches, and youth mentors!

Days in May 14: May and 15 Workshop Registration

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

The Office of Faculty Development and Center for Teaching & Learning look forward to learning and reflecting together at our annual Days in May Conference, May 14 & 15. To help with planning catering, materials, and attendance documentation, we ask community members to pre-register for your preferred Days in May Workshops as possible. Day-of and on-site registration are still welcome. Please let us know of any reasonable accommodations you will need in order to participate in these workshops.

See Days in May 2025 Workshop Schedule and Program for additional details. Both are linked in the registration form for your convenience.

Days in May Registration

New Staff Positions This Week (3)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

05/05/2025: Graduate Assistant Track & Field Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000057625590-graduate-assistant-track-field-coach
05/05/2025: Graduate Assistant Women’s Swim and Dive Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000057623611-graduate-assistant-women-s-swim-and-dive-coach
05/02/2025: Assistant Registrar for Curriculum and Registration
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000057346650-assistant-registrar-for-curriculum-and-registration

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Center for Wellness and Counseling

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

CWC is closed for the summer starting at 4:30pm on Thursday, May 8th and will reopen on Wednesday, September 3rd at 8:00am. 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 to the CWC main line will only be checked periodically between June 1 and August 15.

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. Link: https://www.augsburg.edu/cwc/counseling/bettermynd/

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 break

Urness/Christensen Center Generator Repair May 13

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The emergency lighting in Urness Hall and Christensen Center will be temporarily down to repair the emergency generator on Tuesday, May 13th starting at 7:00a- 4:00p. The emergency power shutdown will affect all emergency lighting in some corridors and stairwells. Contact Facilities Management for any questions or concerns.

Riverside Avenue Bridge Closure: May 8–29

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

If you use the Riverside Ave. bridge over I-94 in Minneapolis, make sure to include extra travel time to take a detour starting May 8.

Beginning 7 a.m. Thursday, May 8, the Riverside Ave. bridge will be closed to all traffic through Thursday, May 29.

Motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians can bypass the closure using the 25th Ave. South bridge.

The closure is necessary to allow crews to safely complete bridge maintenance work along westbound I-94.

Visit the I-94 project webpage for more information.

May 2025 GenEd Update

submitted by boylek@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg Community,

Progress continues on implementation planning for the new general education curriculum to start in fall 2025. Updated general education resources will be shared with faculty and staff during the upcoming Days in May session on Wednesday, May 14th from 9-10am, and available to everyone soon on the General Education Revision 2023 Community Moodle page.

Thank you to the undergraduate students and advisors for considering whether or not to switch to the new general education curriculum; the overall response has been positive. Thank you as well to Alex Fink, Mike Grewe, Lori Brandt Hale, Morgan Knutzen, Daleana Phillips, Tina Maria Tavera, and Leah Spinosa de Vega for their guidance and wisdom on updated Augsburg Experience Guidelines.

With gratitude,
Stacy Freiheit (freiheit@augsburg.edu)

General Education Revision 2023 Community Moodle page (self-enrollment is available):
https://moodle.augsburg.edu/community/course/view.php?id=530#section-10

Women’s Trek Bike for Sale

submitted by lowe@augsburg.edu

2009 Women’s Trek Fx 7.5 bike for sale, meticulously cared for, 15” fits woman about 5’2 – 5’4, Contact lowe@augsburg.edu for more details and pics, hoping for $250.00, https://www.bicyclebluebook.com/value-guide/2009%20Trek%207.5%20FX%20WSD/?srsltid=AfmBOooBnwzCMmwMy8vLX0z7cESTPQpZl-7tq6irtSBy-_OhLUl6_SIA

https://www.bicyclebluebook.com/value-guide/2009%20Trek%207.5%20FX%20WSD/?srsltid=AfmBOooBnwzCMmwMy8vLX0z7cESTPQpZl-7tq6irtSBy-_OhLUl6_SIA

Celebrate the Teachers Who Make a Difference at DuNord Cocktail Room This Week

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

At the Du Nord Cocktail Room, we believe in honoring the people who shape our communities—including the incredible teachers who show up every day with heart, hustle, and care.

This Teacher Appreciation Week (May 5–11), we invite you to celebrate the educator in your life—whether that’s a friend, partner, parent, or your favorite former teacher. Bring them in for a night of good food, great drinks, and well-earned appreciation.

At the Du Nord Cocktail Room, we appreciate teachers all year round—all teachers get 20% off their own bill, all the time, not just this week. It’s our small way of saying thank you for the big impact they make every day.

Du Nord Cocktail Room

Make Sure Your Mail Will Follow You

submitted by longj@augsburg.edu

As we near the end of another year please don’t forget to take care of your campus mailbox. This includes checking it for any mail, returning your lock and filing out the survey for what you would like us to do with your mail after this semester.

Two weeks after the spring semester ends (on May 23, 2025) we will close all student campus boxes unless they responded to the End of Year survey. If you would like your mail forwarded or would like to keep your mailbox open for the summer, please fill out this survey
(https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSen8Hb9X2VU3VbQWqr9sPleUUk0pJROmx7iM6sr-lfY4vjgMw/viewform?usp=sharing).

Before the fall semester starts we will reassign campus boxes to all residential students. Without completing the survey, it will most likely be a different number.

We are only able to forward 1st Class USPS mail. Packages must be looked at case by case. Some USPS will allow forwarding. (Reply to the Augsburg package email and we will look at that package.) Other packages (UPS, FedEx, Amazon, etc.), magazines, non-profit mail and standard mail will not be forwarded. We can also only forward to USA addresses. The forwarding period for the Augsburg Mailroom is two months from when the request is submitted. Afterward any additional mail we receive will be returned to sender.

We request that you contact the people/business sending you mail and update your address with them. Augsburg is classified as a business so you will not be able to do so through the US Post Office itself. Enrolling in online/electronic bills or statements can also be a smart option, it is environmentally friendly, secure and will often save you time (and sometimes money). Asking us to forward your mail does not change your mailing address with the USPS or Augsburg University, just with the Mailroom.

End of the year Campus Box survey

Get Paid to Teach, Research, or Study Abroad After Graduation: Apply for a Fulbright

submitted by devries@augsburg.edu

Get paid to teach, research, or study abroad after graduation with the Fulbright program. This prestigious program was founded in 1946 by Senator J. William Fulbright as a cultural exchange program with the goal of improving intercultural relations, cultural diplomacy, and intercultural competence between the people of the United States and other countries through mutual exchange of people, knowledge, and skills.

College graduates can get paid to teach, research, and study abroad through the Fulbright program. Current juniors, seniors, graduates, and graduate students should start planning their applications now. Typically, students work on their applications over the summer to prepare their essays. The campus deadline for submission will be Friday, September 5.

For more information, contact Prof. Jacqueline deVries, who provides guidance and support in the process: devries@augsburg.edu.

https://us.fulbrightonline.org/

Take a Youth Studies Class This Fall

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

YST 210: Rethinking Children and Youth

Fall 2025, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:30pm to 5:10pm

Instructor: Kao Nou L. Moua, PhD, MSW, LGSW (mouakao@augsburg.edu)

Society often expects children and youth to be seen and not heard. This course will develop an understanding of children and youth that will allow us to engage them as assets and agents of positive change.

This class is great for future youth workers, social workers, educators, coaches, and youth mentors!

New Staff Positions This Week (5)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

05/05/2025: Graduate Assistant Track & Field Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000057625590-graduate-assistant-track-field-coach
05/05/2025: Graduate Assistant Women’s Swim and Dive Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000057623611-graduate-assistant-women-s-swim-and-dive-coach
05/02/2025: Assistant Registrar for Curriculum and Registration
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000057346650-assistant-registrar-for-curriculum-and-registration
04/29/2025: Disability and Testing Specialist
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/fb21329f-39d4-42fc-8474-e8edf64bc14a-disability-and-testing-specialist
04/29/2025: 1st Shift Custodian
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000056436420-1st-shift-custodian

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Urness/Christensen Center Generator Repair May 13

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The emergency lighting in Urness Hall and Christensen Center will be temporarily down to repair the emergency generator on Tuesday, May 13th starting at 7:00a- 4:00p. The emergency power shutdown will affect all emergency lighting in some corridors and stairwells. Contact Facilities Management for any questions or concerns.