Tuesday, October 21, 2025

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Teaching and Learning

URGO Travel Grants for Researchers (Fall and Spring Semesters)

submitted by lynchss7@augsburg.edu

URGO is offering up to $850 in travel funding for Augsburg undergraduates who have been accepted to present research at a professional conference. These funds can mitigate the high costs of travel such as airfare and lodging.
URGO has a limited amount of travel funding to award this academic year. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so students are encouraged to submit a travel application as soon as possible.
If you have any questions about undergraduate conference travel opportunities, please contact urgo@augsburg.edu

URGO Student Travel Application

Take MIS 361 – Data Visualization (Tableau) – 2 Credit Elective in Spring 2026 Time 2

submitted by clement@augsburg.edu

Seen any job postings that want data analytics or visualization skills, or familiarity with the program Tableau? As you plan your Spring classes, consider enrolling in MIS 361, a 2 credit elective course!

A short video teaser for the class is here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UAoWvz8MNkAuY2YtTkQWDR09SGa8SHKO/view?usp=sharing

FAQ:
### What’s in it for me?
The key benefit is enhanced data visualization skills with Tableau and some examples to share during job interviews in your portfolio.

### What are the Prereqs?
The only prereq is either MIS 260 or DST 234.

### What will we do in class?
We will spend a lot of time hands on, building visualizations in Tableau and interpreting them. It will be more workshopping than lecture.

### How hard is the class?
The class is technical and will be very hands-on with Tableau so that you can tell employers about your skills. But if you did well in MIS 260 or DST 234 you’ll find this class easier.

### What will I walk away from this class with?
You’ll have a portfolio of Tableau dashboards you can talk about in interviews.

### Does this class fulfill any of the classes required for my major?
This is an elective, so it counts toward your total credit hour requirement, but does not fulfill any specific major requirements.

### When is the class?
The class is MWF from 10:50-11:50am on campus during Time 2 of Spring 2026 (03/09/26 – 05/08/26).

### Who should I contact with questions?
Contact Prof Jeff Clement at clement@augsburg.edu.

MIS 361 Video Trailer (<2 min)

Faculty-Led Study Abroad and Study Away Updates

submitted by morgans1@augsburg.edu

Augsburg Faculty,
November 1 is the deadline for proposing domestic and international off-campus courses in academic year 2026-27 (Fall 2026–Summer 2027). If you have any questions about the proposal process or want to talk through a course idea, please contact Leah Spinosa de Vega in CGEE (devega@augsburg.edu).

Faculty Mentors, as you advise your mentees, please keep in mind the many options students have to study abroad and fulfill degree requirements. There’s still time to apply for Spring 2026 Semester, Spring Break 2026, and Summer 2026 programs.

Propose an Off-Campus Course

General Announcements

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

Join the American Indian Metro Suicide Prevention Coalition

submitted by premob@augsburg.edu

Hello!

This coalition brings together partners across Hennepin and Ramsey counties to reduce suicide and build sustainable partnerships that strengthen protective factors for American Indian youth and families. It’s a great time to join the coalition as well because we are transitioning to are first in-person meetings.

As a member, you’ll have the opportunity to lead with your strengths—whether that’s creating art, helping organize agendas, planning activities, hosting meetings, or bringing more community voices to the table.

Next Meeting:
Date: Wednesday, October 30, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Ain Dah Yung Center – 769 University Ave W, St. Paul
*Lunch and refreshments provided

For more information or alternate RSVP please feel free to email me.

RSVP Website

New Staff Positions This Week (4)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

10/17/2025: Public Safety Officer
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000088595295–public-safety-officer
10/17/2025: Community Director, Residence Life
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000088557723-community-director-residence-life
10/16/2025: Assistant Director, Campus Life
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000088400585-assistant-director-campus-life
10/13/2025: Operations Manager, Public Safety
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/222f675a-49a3-4ccf-890d-ef05d13c278e-operations-manager-public-safety

Search Augsburg Job Postings

New Student Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

10/17/2025: Student: CGEE Office Assistant
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000088629605-student-cgee-office-assistant
10/13/2025: Student: Community Service Officer
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000087752625-student-community-service-officer

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First-Generation Survey for Augsburg Faculty and Staff

submitted by crombie@augsburg.edu

In recognition of First-Generation College Celebration Day (Nov. 8), Augsburg will be hosting events that highlight the first-generation college experience during the week of November 3. These events will be geared to students, but all of the university community is welcome to attend. More information will be provided in the upcoming weeks.

In addition to this programming, we’re asking faculty and staff to complete this brief First-Generation Augsburg Community Survey. The information collected will be used to create ongoing resources and support for first-generation students here at Augsburg. Please provide as much information as you’re comfortable sharing. NOTE: This is the same survey we released previous years, so if you already submitted a response, no need to do so again!

If you have any questions or comments about this survey or about the Augsburg First-Generation project, please contact Vern Klobassa, Batalden Assistant Dean of Student Success and Belonging, klobassa@augsburg.edu.

First-Generation Augsburg Community Survey

Event Announcements

Upcoming QIPOC Event – Identities and Professional Life: A Student Led Panel

Hello everybody! QIPOC’s upcoming event “Identities and Professional Life: A Student Led Panel” will be held on Wednesday, October 22nd, from 4:30-6:30pm in the Augsburg Room. We will have student leaders from a variety of organizations speak on their experiences on how they bridge their individual identities to their academic and professional life. Students will have a chance to ask their own questions or be given pre-prepared questions by our moderator.

The Augsburg Room is located on the top floor of Christensen Center, to the right of the dining commons. We are so excited to see all of you there and to answer any questions you may have!

RSVP Here

How We Thrive with Amy Cooper – October 22

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

HOW WE THRIVE: STORIES OF WHAT IT MEANS TO THRIVE – TOGETHER.
Amy Cooper
Wednesday October 22, 2025
12:00 p.m. – 12:20 p.m.
Hoversten Chapel

Join us for our next How We Thrive talk of the academic year. Amy Cooper, our Athletic Director will be our speaker. Amy Cooper is the Director of Athletics at Augsburg University. She is a Minneapolis native and Washburn High School graduate, Amy most recently served as Senior Associate Athletics Director at the University of St. Thomas and, prior to St. Thomas, as Associate Athletic Director for Administration at Howard University and Director of Athletics at Trinity Washington University. Amy is a decorated multi-sport student-athlete having excelled in soccer, track and field, basketball, and swimming and diving at Washburn. She went on to compete in Division I soccer at Howard University and became the first female HBCU player to earn All-Big South honors. Cooper holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Howard and a Master of Education from Prairie View A&M.

Daily Chapel: Professor Mary Lowe

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 11:50 am to hear a message from Professor Mary Lowe of the Department of Religion and Philosophy in the first of a four-part series on hope. Next week we will hear from: Professor Lori Brandt Hale on Tuesday at 11:50 am; Assistant Professor Iva Patel on Wednesday at noon; and Assistant Professor Bernardo Andrade on Thursday at noon. We will also commemorate All Saints Day during chapel on Thursday, October 30.

TOMORROW: Focused Conversation on Strategic Enrollment Management

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

All faculty and staff are invited to the October Focused Conversation on Wednesday, October 22. Join Vice President for Strategic Enrollment Management Robert Gould and Associate Vice President for Strategic Enrollment Management Stephanie Ruckel for a conversation about Augsburg’s enrollment management strategy and progress towards the goal of 5,000 Auggies by 2030.

Wednesday, October 22, 2025
12:30–1:30 p.m.
Marshall Room or via Zoom

To view the Focused Conversation schedule and access the livestream link, visit the All Hands page.

All Hands | Inside Augsburg (login required)

TONIGHT – Music Faculty Recital

submitted by borden@augsburg.edu

You are cordially invited to a faculty recital on Tuesday, October 21 at 7 p.m. in Sateren Auditorium, featuring Rachel Bergman, flute and Jill Dawe, piano.

Additional performers include:
Joan Hutton, Noah Mullin, and Anthony Sabatine, saxophone
Avi Bergman and Bob Kase, trumpet
Scott Agster, trombone
Mark Elliot Bergman, double bass
Ryan Borden, Jay Damberg, and David Schmalenberger, percussion

Featuring music by Katherine Hoover, David Baker, Mark Elliot Bergman, Henri Dutilleux, and culminating with Mike Mower’s Sonata Latino for flute and salsa band! Free and open to the public. Hope to see you there!

Check out more upcoming music events.

Keeping Track of Auggies

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Classifieds

Seeking Talented Graphic Design Student for Logo Project

submitted by chuma@augsburg.edu

Are you a graphic design student eager to gain valuable real-world experience and build your professional portfolio?

I’m launching a new small business and am looking for a creative, motivated student to help design my official logo. This is a fantastic opportunity to collaborate directly with a client, apply your skills to a live project, and see your design concept come to life.

Project & Compensation Details:

The Goal: To design a unique, professional, and memorable logo that effectively captures the essence of our new brand (full details will be shared with shortlisted candidates).

What You Get:

* Direct experience working through a full logo design process from briefing to final delivery.
* A stipend or small compensation (negotiable based on your experience and school requirements).
* A high-quality, professional piece for your portfolio.
* A letter of recommendation upon successful completion.

I’m Looking For:

* Current enrollment in a graphic design or related college/university program.
* Proficiency with industry-standard design software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator).
* A strong portfolio that showcases your creativity and technical ability.

How to Apply:

If you’re ready to take on this exciting project, please email info@thetemperedrose.com with the following:

* A short introduction about yourself and your goals in graphic design.
* Any questions you might have about the business or the project scope.