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Public Safety and Facilities Announcements

New DPS Process for Checking Out Keys at Dispatch

submitted by pangala@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg Community,

As we begin a new academic year, the Department of Public Safety is making some changes to our protocols. We are integrating updated technology, and managing the increased demands that naturally accompany the start of the fall semester. We are transitioning from fobs to ID Cards for freshman students and new staff. These changes strengthen our ability to serve the campus community. With transitioning from fobs to ID Cards, all individuals will be expected to show proof they are current students or staff at Augsburg University. After confirming that the student or staff are currently affiliated with the university, they will verbally request the keys they require.

A couple of the changes that will impact students and staff that request keys are as follows:

—Students and staff will be expected to leave a current (non expired) government issued picture ID when checking out keys.
—If the keys are not returned within a 24-hour window, the student or staff members’ Augsburg I.D. access card will be deactivated and only reactivated upon returning the keys to the Department of Public Safety Dispatch in the Urness/Mortensen Lobby.
—If you foresee needing a set of keys for longer than the 24-hour window, an official key request must be made in advance through the proper channels to ensure we have an adequate number of key sets available for all students, faculty, and staff.

If you have questions or concerns please reach out the the Department of Public Safety.

Teaching and Learning

URGO Academic Year Research Applications Open September 3 to October 10

submitted by lynchss7@augsburg.edu

URGO Academic year research opens September 3, 2025.

Students are paid $1,200 for 80 hours of research over the academic year. URGO has limited funding for academic year research grants for undergraduates who wish to gain research experience with an Augsburg faculty member.
Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and funds will be awarded as they are available. Student-faculty research teams are encouraged to submit proposals as soon as possible.

If you have any questions about academic year research funding, please email urgo@augsburg.edu.

URGO Academic Year Research Application 2025-2026

Jewish High Holy Days Panel – Next Wednesday

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

Please join us for a student-led Jewish High Holy Days panel. Panelists will talk about the significance of the High Holy Days and how faculty, staff, and other students can best support them during the High Holidays.

Date: Wednesday, September 10
Time: 12:30 – 1:00pm (community time)
Place: Zoom

You must register to receive the zoom meeting link. The session will be recorded, please register or email interfaith@augsburg.edu to receive a copy of the recording.

Register for the zoom session here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdR2bL_mEr1hCFP9SAL8gqxRZaZ3dW39x2jqlsaaaKkN2NBfw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=104606795694210077922

General Announcements

New Student Position: AugSem Leader

submitted by heryeng@augsburg.edu

AugSem Student Leaders (ASLs) are responsible for assisting in the successful implementation of AugSem, a seminar for first-year students at Augsburg University. ASLs will work together and with their paired faculty members to create a welcoming and inclusive environment to ensure students in their respective classes have a quality experience in their AugSem and connect to resources needed to succeed in their first semester at Augsburg. ASLs lead the Community Time sessions and organize some out of class opportunities/events/meetings for students.

Learning Outcomes:
As a result of being an AugSem Student Leader, students will:
-Develop empathic communication and skills as they listen to, engage with, and support first-year students.
-Support first-year students’ development of skills related to communication, organization, time management, and studying.
-Enhance their ability to advocate for others.
-Improve skills connected to moderating and facilitating group engagement and activities.
-Further expand their intercultural competency skills.
-Develop collaborative skills as they work closely with their AugSem course professor.
-Learn to manage responsibilities associated with a leadership position.

Job Requirements:
-Minimum GPA of 2.0
-Require work study eligibility
-Be available to take LST294/296 in spring semester (for new ASLs only)
-Strong organizational, administrative, and leadership skills
-Strong commitment to student support
-Ability to effectively communicate, delegate, and work to develop a team
-Desire to work in a flexible, team-focused atmosphere
-Willing to complete other duties as assigned

https://smrtr.io/sVLDd

Beyond the Plate: How Two Chefs Are Healing the World

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

2025 Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium
Wednesday September 17th (12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.)
Hoversten Chapel

Minneapolis boasts a world-class restaurant scene, with local chefs and establishments consistently recognized among the best in the nation. Two of these chefs stand out not only as culinary innovators but also as social entrepreneurs, community organizers, and changemakers. Join us for a conversation with these visionary leaders as they share their wisdom and stories of how they are working each day to heal their communities—and our world.

FEATURING:
Chef Lachelle Cunningham of Chelle’s Kitchen, Breaking Bread Cafe, and Healthy Roots Institute

Chef Sean Sherman of Owamni and NĀTIFS

2025 Christensen Symposium

Invitation to Participate in Research: Tinder Use and Mental Health Outcomes

submitted by bloyere@augsburg.edu

My name is Evan Bloyer, and I am a graduate student in the Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology program here at Augsburg University. My clinical research project is understanding how Tinder use impacts mental health outcomes, particularly self-esteem and body esteem. I have received Augsburg University’s IRB approval and am able to collect data from eligible participants. To participate, please click on the link below. Email me at bloyere@augsburg.edu for any questions or concerns. If you participate, you will be eligible for a raffle for one of four $25 Amazon gift cards.

Mental Health Survey

Augsburg Project Leaders: Apply for a 2025 Give to the Max Fundraising Page

submitted by jonesma@augsburg.edu

Calling all project leaders, coaches, and department heads, apply to host a Give to the Max 2025 fundraising page for your specific project!

Planning is underway for Give to the Max Day here at Augsburg. In order to have a fundraising page, you must fill out the Google Form below. The deadline to apply for a project is September 12.

We will be in touch with applicants with decisions about final projects the following week.

Prior to application, please read the Give to the Max Project Leaders document:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QU8igtQkn10d0gWEBvYXeNLbBjSy_BmE48tBedVM31Y/edit?tab=t.0

Google form application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfC-ivxngZ884ZekA3blZl5WgBEbZ2cAIEWmonccoSb4aU2Ng/viewform

For questions, please reach out to Nate Berkas at berkasn@augsburg.edu

Augsburg Give to the Max Day 2025 – Project Fundraising Page Application

Sign Up for Taste of Augsburg – Calling All Student Orgs, Teams, and Department Heads

submitted by jonesma@augsburg.edu

Calling all student organizations, athletic teams, and department heads, sign up to be a vendor at the Taste of Augsburg homecoming event on Saturday, October 4, 2025 from 10:30am to 12:30pm.

This Taste of Augsburg is a great way to engage with students, alumni, parents and friends of the University on Homecoming weekend, while also raising money to support your student group, team or department. Whether you sell food, beverages, swag, or something else, consider signing up for Taste of Augsburg today!

For questions, please reach out to berkasn@augsburg.edu.

Link to sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1mM3qgF_3VfGLUs1IyxarivSqQa1vOnonNfqI2LcM1vM/viewform?edit_requested=true

Link to seed money request form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf8Zga48ZpcdtNEClB9SKKd3bLC4nwG1ML6D6TXNgzOIFMIBg/viewform

Taste of Augsburg Vendor Sign Up

New Staff Positions This Week (5)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

09/03/2025: On-Call Public Safety Officer
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000079802021-on-call-public-safety-officer
09/03/2025: Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach (Part-Time, Temporary)
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000079793307-assistant-strength-and-conditioning-coach-part-time-temporary-
09/02/2025: Assistant Registrar
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000079565865-assistant-registrar
09/02/2025: Community Director, Residence Life
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000079489478-community-director-residence-life
09/01/2025: Associate Director of Admissions, PSEO
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/2f6560c1-c85e-4853-a4dc-d6630aa31d41-associate-director-of-admissions-pseo

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New Staff Position: On-Call Public Safety Officer

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

These position provides coverage for shifts as needed and is not guaranteed a set number of hours per week. This position is expected to remain active and available to support departmental operations as needed throughout the calendar year, and is required to work a minimum of 192 hours during each calendar year (equivalent to an average of 16 hours per month).

Summary of Position

The Public Safety Officer is responsible for fostering and maintaining a safe learning and working environment for the Augsburg University Community. This environment is attained through proactive patrol of the campus buildings and ground and through positive interactions with the community we serve.

Primary Responsibilities

– Creating and maintaining a safe learning and working environment for members of the Augsburg University Community.
– Provide required services to the Augsburg University Community, including: walking or driving escorts, locking and unlocking of campus buildings according to class schedules and events, and providing information and assistance to the community as needed.
– Respond to emergency and non-emergency requests for assistance. Initiate and coordinate Police, Fire, and EMS response as needed.
– Monitor campus activities and facilities through proactive patrol and observation.
– Identify after hours’ facilities issues and assist in the coordination of emergency maintenance response.
– Prepare required incident reports completely and accurately for all security and safety related activities.
– Regularly monitor and use critical infrastructure systems, including: CCTV systems, fire alarm panels, automation systems, alarms, access card systems, and parking enforcement systems.
– All other duties as apparent or assigned by supervisor(s).

Work Environment and Physical Demands

– Typical work environment is continually changing. Includes working in both indoor spaces and outdoors for long periods of time in varying weather conditions.
– Sitting, standing, or walking for long periods of time.
– Regular computer, phone, and office equipment use.
– Ability to drive a motor vehicle in order to patrol campus grounds and provide escorts.
– Ability to communicate in person and over the phone.

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New Staff Position: Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach (Part-Time, Temporary)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

This is a temporary part-time position that will be filled as soon as possible with an anticipated end date of mid-May, 2026. The position will have an anticipated work schedule of approximately 20 hours per week, but may vary depending on the needs of the department and the training schedule of the assigned teams.

Summary of Position

The Assistant Coach assists the Head Coach with the organization and administration of all aspects of the Strength and Conditioning program, including coaching and training, student-athlete retention, and mentoring student-athletes.

Primary Responsibilities

– Instruct student-athletes on physical health, team concepts, safety, and performance skills on both an individual and team basis.
– Implement strength and conditioning programs designed to enhance and maximize performance of individual student-athletes and teams.
– Work with sport coaches and sports medicine staff to identify individual and team training needs specific to the team/season. Coordinate with athletic training staff to ensure proper injury rehabilitation activities/exercises and protocol are performed.
– Implement testing procedures designed to identify areas of improvement and to record progress of training programs
– Monitor fitness center(s) to ensure safety of all users.
– Teach, advise, and mentor student-athletes on life-skills.
– Support academic progress of student-athletes/teams to exceed athletic department standards; intervenes with appropriate corrective action as needed.
– Maintain acceptable student-athlete retention rates to the team and/or institution.
– Refer students/faculty/staff to the Center for Wellness and Counseling or certified medical providers as situations arise.

Additional Responsibilities

– Assist with fundraising and program organization.
– Assist with organizing and participating in team community-service event(s).
– Assist with camps and clinics.
– Perform/supervise tasks related to maintaining the athletics department, including athletic equipment, and administrative duties.
– Supervise student workers/interns, if applicable.
– All other duties as apparent or assigned by supervisor(s).

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New Student Positions This Week (7)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

09/03/2025: Student: Groundskeeping 2025-26
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000079765978-student-groundskeeping-2025-26
09/03/2025: Student: IT TechDesk Assistant 2025-26
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000079765193-student-it-techdesk-assistant-2025-26
09/03/2025: Student: Music Office Worker, Pep Band Manager 2025-26
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000079638355-student-music-office-worker-pep-band-manager-2025-26
09/03/2025: Student: School of Arts Events Support Assistant 2025-26
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000079637986-student-school-of-arts-events-support-assistant-2025-26
09/03/2025: Student: School of Arts Graphic Design Assistant 2025-26
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000079637885-student-school-of-arts-graphic-design-assistant-2025-26
09/03/2025: Student: Center for Wellness and Counseling Administrative Assistant 2025-26
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000079637285-student-center-for-wellness-and-counseling-administrative-assistant-2025-26
09/02/2025: Student: Athletic Concessions 2025-26
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000079545315-student-athletic-concessions-2025-26

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Event Announcements

TODAY: Greenhouse First Friday

submitted by vaneck@augsburg.edu

The Augsburg Biology Department’s rooftop greenhouse grows an appreciation for and deeper understanding of the plants of our planet. The greenhouse is open to the Augsburg campus community on the first Friday of every month this semester, from noon to 3pm. The Augsburg community is invited to come see what we’ve got growing on, enjoy the tropical atmosphere and marvel at hundreds of plant species from all over the world.

The first First Friday of the semester is TODAY, September 5, 12pm—3pm. The greenhouse is located on the 4th floor of the Hagfors Center.

Stay updated on greenhouse activities by following us on Instagram!

Daily Chapel: Getting to Know Campus Ministry

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 12:00 – 12:20 pm for a “Getting to Know Campus Ministry” chapel experience. Stop in to meet Pastor Babette Chatman, Pastor John Schwehn, Pastoral Intern Megan Moroff, Campus Ministry Musician Brian De Young, and Janice Dames. We’ll have snacks and information about how to get involved!

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Disabled Student Looking for a PCA

submitted by dipaolaz@augsburg.edu

Hi, my name is Zander. I am a Senior, and I am disabled and in a wheelchair. I am looking for a backup PCA to help out when my regular PCA can’t. You do not need to be trained to be a PCA, as I will provide all of the training you will need, as it is not that technical of a job. My PCA comes to my dorm every day to help me with certain tasks that I cannot complete in a timely manner.. You would come when my main PCA needs a day off or can’t make it that day for different reasons, and help me with the tasks that they would usually help me with on that day. Some of the tasks you would do daily are refilling water bottles, refilling humidifiers, and making a bed. Expect this to take 15 or 30 minutes out of your day. Then, on top of that, I also require assistance with bathing once a week. Expect that to take an hour once a week. This job comes with very flexible hours. I will tell you what day I would need you, and you would pick a time on that day that you would come. There is no set required time that you have to come each day. The rate for this job will be $13 an hour; however, you are usually not there longer than an hour, so it usually turns out to $13 per day. If you are interested in helping me out and scheduling an interview, contact me at (612)430-3233 or at dipaolaz@augsburg.edu.