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submitted by publicsafety@augsburg.edu
In compliance with the “Timely Warning” provision of the federal Jeanne Clery Campus Security Act, the Augsburg University Department of Public Safety (DPS) is giving notice of a situation that represents a serious or continuing threat to students and employees of the University. The purpose of a timely warning is to provide information to aid the Augsburg community in protecting themselves after a report of a serious crime.
Reported Offense: Hate Crime – Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property
On September 27, 2025, at approximately 1:40 a.m., during an exterior patrol of the campus, a DPS officer discovered graffiti that had been spray-painted on the garage door of Luther Hall. This graffiti contained threatening and pejorative language towards the Somali and LGBTQIA+ communities. The graffiti was likely painted sometime between midnight and 1:40 a.m. and as of Saturday morning was already in the process of being removed.
Suspect Description
At this time, there is no description of a suspect involved in this incident. However, the graffiti matches that from the incident listed in the timely warning sent out on September 27, 2025, and the two incidents are suspected to be connected.
Status
DPS and the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) are currently investigating this incident. Anyone who may have information regarding this incident is urged to contact Augsburg DPS at 612-330-1717 or MPD.
Reporting Incidents
Augsburg asks its community members to report any and all concerns that may impact our campus community. If You See Something – Say Something. To report, please contact DPS at 612-330-1717. You can also download the CampusShield app (through Apple or Android) to message DPS. We also encourage you to utilize the resources available on the DPS website.
Safety Tips
—Keep your head up and always be aware of your surroundings.
—Call DPS or the Minneapolis Police if you see any suspicious activity.
submitted by cronink@augsburg.edu
Have you ever wanted to use graphic novels or comic books in your courses but aren’t sure where to start? Join us today from 12:20pm–1:00pm on the first floor of Lindell Library for the Teaching With Graphic Novels Workshop led by professor Mary Lowe, joined by professor Adriane Brown, to learn how she incorporates graphic novels into her courses and how you can do the same. This workshop will be directed at faculty, but staff and students interested in education are encouraged to attend as well.
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
09/22/2025: Payroll & Benefits Administrator – Temporary
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000083318325-payroll-benefits-administrator-temporary
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
09/24/2025: Student: School of Health Assistant
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000083761616-student-school-of-health-assistant
09/19/2025: Student: IT TechDesk Assistant 2025-26
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000083005165-student-it-techdesk-assistant-2025-26
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.
submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu
October is cyber security awareness month. Every faculty and staff member has an important role to play in protecting the security of the data kept by the University.
In our digital lives data is at the heart of it. Augsburg has been trusted with data on our students, employees, alumni and donors. Your login information provides a key into Augsburg and that key needs to be protected. Also, as part of Augsburg’s Title IV financial aid requirements and insurance requirements employees must complete training twice a year for Augsburg to be compliant.
You will see notification emails coming this week from system@litmos.com which is the training platform.
You may also go to
Inside Augsburg -> Administrative Tasks -> Training -> Cyber Security Training.
The content should take you less than 30 minutes to complete.
submitted by schieren@augsburg.edu
If you’ve ever thought, “I wish March Madness could happen in the fall, and I wish it could involve books instead of basketball”, then your dreams are about to come true! From September 29 – October 8, Lindell Library is celebrating Banned Books Week, a week to highlight challenged books and speak out against censorship, and invites you to help us celebrate. Visit Lindell Library to join in on the Banned Books Madness and vote for your favorite banned books to win special library prizes! Students, staff, and faculty are all invited to participate.
For more information about book bans in the United States, ask a librarian or visit the American Library Association’s website (ala.org/bbooks). We hope you enjoy Banned Books Madness and celebrate the right to read!
submitted by waukaug@augsburg.edu
Orange Shirt day is recognized on Sept. 30th annually and is a national day of remembrance of those who survived Indian boarding schools and those who did not come home. This year the Augsburg Indigenous Student Association is providing orange shirt pins for Augsburg students, staff, and faculty. Orange shirt pins will be available from Sept. 23-30 in the Oyate Commons (Lower Level Christensen Center). Any questions can be directed to waukaug@augsburg.edu.
submitted by jonesma@augsburg.edu
Join us next weekend (October 2-4, 2025) for Homecoming!
This vibrant celebration brings together students, alumni, staff, faculty, and friends for a weekend full of exciting events, meaningful connections, and lasting memories. Join us in being a part of Augsburg’s tradition and spirit.
Thursday, October 2
•Celebrate Auggie athletes at the annual Athletics Hall of Fame Ceremony and Reception (5:30–9:00 p.m.)
Friday, October 3
•Honor six remarkable alumni at the Distinguished Alumni Award Ceremony and Luncheon (12:00 p.m. ceremony, 1:00 p.m. lunch)
•The Class of 1975 will reconnect at their 50th Reunion (2:00–5:00 p.m.)
Saturday, October 4
•Enjoy delicious food and connect with student groups, alumni, and athletic teams at the Taste of Augsburg in the Quad. Music will be provided by the Augsburg Pep Band and Cristian Baca Perez ’16, DJ and First Decade Award recipient (10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.)
•End the weekend with music and community at the Homecoming Music Showcase and Dessert Reception (7:00–9:00 p.m.)
To register and view a full schedule of events, visit https://engagement.augsburg.edu/e/auggie-homecoming-2025
If you have any questions about Homecoming events, please contact Nate Berkas (berkasn@augsbug.edu) or Maggie Jones (jonesma@augsburg.edu)
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/
submitted by casea@augsburg.edu
We are excited to welcome Xavier Tavera Castro, a Minneapolis-based photographer and Assistant Professor of Art at Carleton College, whose compelling work explores the lives, histories, and identities of marginalized communities. All students, staff, and faculty are invited to join us Wednesday, 8 October 2025 from 12:00−1:00 pm in Hoversten Chapel as Xavier shares insights into his creative process, the scholarship that informs his work, and the personal and professional experiences that have shaped his journey.
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Mindful Monday: Breathe, Move, Be. Start your week with 20 minutes of being, not doing. Led by Vanessa Marr, Assistant Professor of Social Work. Join us in Hoversten Chapel at 12:00 – 12:20 pm. Following our time of Mindfulness, we will hold space until 1:00 pm for the community in response to the hateful graffiti.
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
We will offer a blessing of the animals in Hoversten Chapel on October 2 at 11:50 am. You are invited to bring your pet or emotional support or service animal to chapel that day or send a photo of your pet by September 29 to Janice Dames at dames@augsburg.edu to be included in the slideshow. On this day, animal life in all its forms is celebrated. October 4 was originally chosen for the blessing of the animals because it is the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi, a nature lover and patron saint of animals and the environment.
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