September 10, 2025

Public Safety and Facilities Announcements

New DPS Process for Checking Out Keys at Dispatch

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–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 TODAY

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 (TODAY!)
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

Come Paint with Us – TODAY

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

Wednesday, September 10th
12:00pm-1:00pm
Location: CWC – first floor of Anderson Residence Hall

CWC Wellness Retreat – Open to All Students

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

The CWC Wellness Retreat is a weekend retreat (September 26-28) at Camp Friendship, in Annandale, MN. The retreat is designed for students who are interested in developing a deeper understanding of themselves through exploration, reflection, learning, and engaging with others and the natural world. The program features individual and group outdoor activities, including time to disconnect from distraction and the outside world, hiking, ropes courses, rock climbing, zipline, swimming, and canoeing. Students will leave the retreat with stronger connections to themselves, others and feeling more centered in their individual purpose and well-being. All identities are welcome and celebrated, and opportunities to connect with people different than yourself is an essential part of this retreat. The Retreat is FREE to Augsburg students( transportation to and from Camp Friendship, meals, and shared lodging) and all students are invited to apply.

Note: There will be one pre-trip meeting prior to departure.

Deadline: September 12th

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfUu3eYbQu2dQn11a-wi44g4dN9WPxqftwMqRPbyVZJFXTqhg/viewform?usp=pp_url

New Staff Positions This Week (4)

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

Search Augsburg Job Postings

New Student Positions This Week (11)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

Search Augsburg Job Postings

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

Donate Professional Clothing to Support Augsburg Students

submitted by omarhh7@augsburg.edu

Help Augsburg students put their best foot forward in interviews, internships, and professional events! The Strommen Center is collecting gently used business professional clothing to expand our Career Closet.

We’re looking for the following items in good condition (no holes, stains, or excessive wear):

– Collared shirts
– Suits & blazers
– Dress pants & slacks
– Dress shoes
– Other accessories (belts, ties, scarves, etc.)
– Hangars

Drop-off location: Strommen Center for Meaningful Work (Christensen Center, Suite 100)
Drop-off hours: Monday–Friday, 10am – 3pm.

Your donation will help Augsburg students feel confident and prepared for their next professional opportunity. Thank you for supporting our Auggie community!

Garden Curious?

submitted by klawiter@augsburg.edu

Did you know Augsburg is home to a community garden with over 60+ individual plots that supports students, community members and faculty? It is a pretty special place that everyone is welcome to enjoy. Come learn more! Meet gardeners! Get a tour! Every Tuesday from 5-8pm in the Community Garden near Hagsfor or email garden@augsburg.edu for more information

Last Week for Project Leaders to 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

Last Week to 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

Event Announcements

Augsburg Exploration Day – Call for Events/Opportunities

submitted by klobassa@augsburg.edu

On October 8, the University will host Augsburg Exploration Day. As part of the day, first-year students will attend the First-Year Convocation from noon-1pm in Hoversten Chapel featuring Xavier Tavera Castro, Assistant Professor of Art at Carleton College. Following the convocation, first-year students will meet individually with their AugSem instructors in addition to engaging with other events during the afternoon.

The featured events following convocation, especially for first and second year students, are the “Meet Your School” events happening between 1-4pm. Students will be able to interact with faculty and grab some Auggie swag (while supplies last).

Call for Student Events/Opportunities

Departments and student organizations are encouraged to consider offering additional events or opportunities for student engagement that afternoon (in particular, opportunities targeting first or second year students). If your department or student organization is interested in offering an event during Augsburg Exploration day (the afternoon of Oct. 8), please submit your event using the link below. The deadline to submit an event is Friday, September 19.

Link to Event Submission Form

Study Abroad and Away Fair Happening TODAY

submitted by morgans1@augsburg.edu

Stop by the Study Abroad and Away Fair today from 10am – 2pm! Walk through the Quad and visit various tables to learn more about the off-campus programs that Augsburg has to offer. You can also meet the faculty who are leading the 2026 short-term programs!

Grab some international candies, enter the raffle, and start planning your next big adventure!

Fair Details

Martin Sabo: The Making of the Modern Legislature Book Launch, Thursday, September 11

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Join the Minnesota Historical Society Press and Augsburg University’s Sabo Center for Democracy & Citizenship to celebrate the life and work of Auggie alum, Martin Sabo, as written by author Lori Sturdevant, longtime politics reporter for the Star Tribune. Mike Erlandson, Martin Sabo’s Chief of staff in the U.S. House of Representatives, will join Lori in conversation about Sabo and his legacy, followed by questions from the audience, book sales and signing.

Thursday, September 11
Hagfors Center 150
Doors at 5:30 pm, Event begins at 6:00
Coffee and tea will be served.

Please email gilmerje@augsburg.edu with any questions. Learn more here: https://www3.mnhs.org/events/31691628584

Augsburg University Annual Inclusion Training

submitted by reeck@augsburg.edu

Attention faculty and staff! Please take a moment to register for Augsburg University’s Annual Inclusion Training. This engaging training will help you to strengthen your inclusive teaching, advising, and workplace practices, while deepening our collective understanding of the diverse experiences that shape our community. This training will also help us to advance our mission to create a campus where every student, staff, and faculty member feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. Please join us in this important learning opportunity and contribute to the culture of inclusion that defines our university.

For more information about the this training, please visit:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/anti-racism-training/

Register Here

Cooking Class September 13

submitted by klawiter@augsburg.edu

The Augsburg Community Garden and Edible Boulevards is hosting a cooking demonstration in the FoodLab (Hagsfor #108) happening September 13th from 11-12pm. Our host, Ifrah Hashi will be showing us how to make a delicious Fall Lentil Veggie Stew with local produce grown in the garden.

Whether you’re attending in-person or via Zoom, please register so we know how many to plan for: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/_u_OvgYrTby6yJVmyp-7jQ#/registration

RSVP here

Daily Chapel: Megan Moroff

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 12:00 – 12:20 pm for an installation service for our pastoral intern Megan Moroff. Megan will be our preacher today!

Keeping Track of Auggies

No Postings

Classifieds

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.

Social Media Manager Wanted

submitted by burtona@augsburg.edu

Hello! I paint custom shoes as a business and I’m looking for a college student who’s into social media & wants to help manage my socials and make fun content together. This isn’t a big brand or team — it’s just me — but i’m hoping to grow and would love someone creative to build with. It would be a good opportunity to grow your portfolio and gain experience in the social media space!

What you’d be doing:
– coming up with reel/TikTok ideas
– filming and editing videos (can be on your phone! I can help witg this as well)
– researching trends + helping with inspo
– being part of the creative process with me

you’d be perfect if:
– you love art, or just making cool content
– you’re a creative person with
– you’re down to experiment and have fun with it

this is super chill — no pressure or strict schedule. just want to make some cool stuff, grow the page, and see where it goes. if you’re interested, shoot me on instagram @amarei._ or email me at burtona@augsburg.edu with a little about you or any questions that you have!

Check out my art page and the account you would be making content for! @1st.ratecustomz on instagram

let’s make dope things together

https://www.instagram.com/1st.ratecustomz

Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Index

Public Safety and Facilities Announcements

Teaching and Learning

General Announcements

Event Announcements

Keeping Track of Auggies

Classifieds

Public Safety and Facilities Announcements

New DPS Process for Checking Out Keys at Dispatch

Teaching and Learning

URGO Academic Year Research Applications Open September 3–October 10

Jewish High Holy Days Panel TODAY

General Announcements

Come Paint with Us – TODAY

CWC Wellness Retreat – Open to All Students

New Staff Positions This Week (4)

New Student Positions This Week (11)

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

Donate Professional Clothing to Support Augsburg Students

Garden Curious?

Last Week for Project Leaders to Apply for a 2025 Give to the Max Fundraising Page

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

Event Announcements

Augsburg Exploration Day – Call for Events/Opportunities

Study Abroad and Away Fair Happening TODAY

Martin Sabo: The Making of the Modern Legislature Book Launch, Thursday, September 11

Augsburg University Annual Inclusion Training

Cooking Class September 13

Daily Chapel: Megan Moroff

Keeping Track of Auggies

Classifieds

Disabled Student Looking for a PCA

Social Media Manager Wanted