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Biology Education Research Opportunity for Students in Spring 2026 – Apply by 5 p.m. Friday

submitted by bankers@augsburg.edu

Dr. Jennifer Bankers-Fulbright (“Dr. B”) in the Biology Department is looking for two undergraduate students to work with her on an education research project focused on enhancing student personal interest in biology. The main tasks consist primarily of watching biology instructors teaching classes and using coding tools to classify behaviors and discourse related to teaching in each video, with an estimated workload of 80 hours total over the semester. The two students would collaborate closely with each other and Dr. B. Funding will be provided through academic year URGO funding (if available and awarded), so interested students must be eligible for this funding. If you are interested, please click on the link below for more information and to access Dr. B’s research application (due no later than 5pm on Friday, September 19th).

Biology Education Research Information and Application

URGO Academic Year Research Applications Open September 3 to October 10

submitted by lynchss7@augsburg.edu

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

General Announcements

Thó Wiŋ Magazine Hiring (Closes September 20)

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.

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

New Staff Positions This Week (3)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

09/17/2025: Seasonal Assistant Women’s Hockey Goalie Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000082500830-seasonal-assistant-women-s-hockey-goalie-coach
09/17/2025: Talent Acquisition Specialist
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000082500495-talent-acquisition-specialist
09/11/2025: Campus Ministry Multifaith Program Associate
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000081385095-campus-ministry-multifaith-program-associate

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Event Announcements

Lavender Lunch: LGBTQIA2S+ Staff and Faculty Lunch

submitted by heseltii@augsburg.edu

Join PRISM (Proudly Reflecting Identities, Stories, and Movements), an affirming and inclusive space for LGBTQIA+ staff and faculty to connect, celebrate, and support one another in fostering a vibrant and welcoming community.

We will gather on September 24th from 12-1pm | Marshall Room, Christensen Center

Please reach out to Ian Heseltine, heseltii@augsburg.edu, with any questions.

Explore Graduate Studies at Augsburg: In the City

submitted by chuma@augsburg.edu

Considering graduate school? Join us for In the City, an evening designed for prospective graduate students to connect with Augsburg faculty, program leaders, current students, and alumni. Learn what sets Augsburg’s graduate student experience apart, from flexible learning formats to personalized support, and get your questions answered by the Graduate Admissions team.

Monday, October 6, 2025
6:00–8:00 p.m. (Check-in and appetizers begin at 5:30 p.m.)
Brühaven Craft Company, 1368 Lasalle Ave, Minneapolis

Event highlights include:

Appetizers and social hour with alumni
A “Why Grad School” panel with faculty and students
Small-group conversations by program with Augsburg faculty
Light refreshments will be provided.

Learn more and register here!

Eve Christensen Shares Her Story of Thriving

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

HOW WE THRIVE: STORIES OF WHAT IT MEANS TO THRIVE – TOGETHER.
Eve Christensen, Assistant Director of Campus Life
Wednesday September 24, 2025
12:00 p.m. – 12:20 p.m.
Hoversten Chapel

Join us for our first How We Thrive talk of the academic year. Eve Christensen, our Assistant Director of Campus Life will be our speaker. Eve is proud to have a Bachelor of Arts in English Writing and German from Luther College and a Master of Arts in Leadership in Student Affairs from the University of St. Thomas. She considers herself fortunate to mentor, learn from, and celebrate students across every part of their journey here at Augsburg. Her personal story is informed by an interest in empowering those around me and helping students uncover their unique inclinations that drive them toward a life of fulfillment and joy. Come and learn from Eve’s story and wisdom.

Augsburg University Annual Inclusion Training

submitted by escobarr@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

Staff Union Picnic in the Park – October 2

submitted by fillbran@augsburg.edu

Do you have questions about being part of the Augsburg Staff Union? Haven’t met any of the stewards? Want to play some games, have a community lunch, and get outside?
The Augsburg Staff Union is planning a lunch-hour picnic in Murphy Square Park at Noon on Thursday, October 2nd! Join us for icebreakers, general information, and meet a steward. Bring your own lunch (but feel free to bring something to share), and we’ll see you in 2 weeks!

Stewards:
Sara Fillbrandt: fillbran@augsburg.edu
Cruz Rodriguez (he/him): rodriguc@augsburg.edu
WonWon Bjorklund: bjorkluw@augsburg.edu
Tristan Crowell crowellt@augsburg.edu
Ma Xiong-Nguyen: nguyenma@augsburg.edu

Communications Team:
Chris Palahniuck: palahniu@augsburg.edu
Cassie Charles: ccharles@augsburg.edu
Kristine Kammueller: kammuell@augsburg.edu

(Rain location: the Marshall Room)

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