Tuesday, September 16, 2025

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

Faculty and staff will soon receive the Minors on Campus Policy. The purpose of this policy is to provide clear expectations and guidelines for having minors on campus, on University property, or in a University program or activity and to ensure the health and safety of minors on campus, on University property, and in University programs and activities.

All employees are asked to review the policy carefully and submit their acknowledgement within 14 days.

– Questions about the policy should be directed to the Dean of Students Office.
– If you encounter the error message “The max user limit has been reached” when submitting your acknowledgement, please wait and try again later.
– Technical assistance with the acknowledgement form is available through HR at hr@augsburg.edu.

Thank you for your prompt attention to this important compliance requirement.

Minors on Campus Policy

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

submitted by geverdl@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!

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

submitted by covalt@augsburg.edu

We are looking for officers for the 2025-2026 school year for Augsburg’s official literary magazine, Thó Wiŋ! We are hiring two positions: Co-Lead Editor and Assisting Editor.

The Co-Lead Editor will be responsible for assisting the Lead Editor in administrative tasks, event planning, and other correspondences. Responsibilities will include replying to emails, communicating with potential event partners, and assisting in coordinating the printing and distribution of future magazine issues. The Co-Lead Editor also would ideally be able to inherit the position of Lead Editor in the 2026-2027 academic year. The Co-Lead Editor receives a semesterly stipend of $300.

The Assisting Editor will be present for planning meetings and assist in determining which submissions will be accepted into the magazine. Responsibilities will include attending regular meetings and occasionally researching topics relevant to event planning. The Assisting Editor will receive a semesterly stipend of $100.

Please reach out to twmagazine@augsburg.edu with any questions or concerns! Thank you.

Submission deadline is this Saturday, September 20th.

Apply using this form.

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Tuesday, September 16 is National Voter Registration Day! Are you registered?

If you’re eligible but not yet registered to vote, there are multiple ways to register in Minnesota. Election Day is November 4, 2025.

—You can register to vote online up to 21 days before Election Day (October 14, 2025).
—You can register on paper up to 21 days before Election Day (October 14, 2025).
—You can register or update your registration when you vote, whether that is at your polling place on Election Day or at an early voting location. You will need to provide proof of residence to register at the time of voting.

Visit Augsburg’s voter engagement website for more information.

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Campus Ministry welcomes Imam Sharif Mohamed as the University Muslim Chaplain.

Sharif Mohamed holds Ijaza (authority) in Theology, Qur’an and Sunnah, Jurisprudence, History, and Spiritual Devotions, earned under the guidance of renowned scholars. In addition to his religious leadership, he has over 20 years of experience in family and marriage counseling, applying Islamic principles to address mental health, family and youth well-being, and public health challenges within East African immigrant communities.
He is the cofounder and current Imam of the Islamic Civic Society of America/Dar Al-Hijrah Mosque, the first mosque established to serve Minnesota’s East African and Muslim community. For more than 40 years, Imam Sharif has served as an Islamic scholar, preacher, and civic leader globally —earning recognition for promoting human dignity and interfaith collaboration.
In 2015, he became Minnesota’s first Imam to serve as a hospital chaplain. He received the prestigious Hubert H. Humphrey Public Leadership Award from the University of Minnesota’s Humphrey School of Public Affairs. Since then, he has trained and mentored numerous Muslim faith leaders—both men and women—who now serve in chaplaincy roles within healthcare systems.
Imam Sharif’s work bridges religious leadership, policy advocacy, and health equity research. He is recognized worldwide as a trusted and respected voice in both Muslim and civic communities.

Imam Sharif will be speaking in Hoversten Chapel on Tuesday, September 23 at 11:50 am. Please stop by to meet him and learn more about his work on campus.

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

Come join us make the Mindful Jars on Wednesday, September 17th from 12:00pm-1:00pm in CWC!

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submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

09/11/2025: Campus Ministry Multifaith Program Associate
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000081385095-campus-ministry-multifaith-program-associate
09/09/2025: Ice Arena Attendant FT
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000080840416-ice-arena-attendant-ft
09/09/2025: Maintenance Operator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000080841185-maintenance-operator

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submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

09/12/2025: Student: Library Resource Sharing Assistant, 2025-26
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000081728070-student-library-resource-sharing-assistant-2025-26
09/09/2025: Student: Writing Center Tutor, 2025-26
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000080897275-student-writing-center-tutor-2025-26

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