St Paul Saints Tickets for Sale

submitted by isaacson@augsburg.edu

This week starts the 2026 St Paul Saints season. With a number of school and family events this spring, I have a few tickets available for sale earlier in the season. Seats are located in Section 105, Row 10 on the aisle (seats 1 and 2). Face value is $28 each, asking $24 each

Friday 5/01 @ 6:30 pm (2 tickets)
Sunday 5/03 @ 2:00 pm (2 tickets)
Weds 5/13 @ 6:30 pm (2 tickets)
Friday 5/15 @ 6:30 pm (2 tickets / Friday night fireworks)
Sunday 6/07 @ 2 pm (2 tickets)
Thurs 7/02 @ 7 pm (2 tickets)

Email me with any questions (isaacson@augsburg.edu). Other dates / quantities may be available. Tickets sent electronically with electronic payments (Venmo, Paypal, etc).

Faculty Regalia Rentals for Commencement

submitted by commencement@augsburg.edu

For faculty who are planning to participate in this year’s commencement ceremony on May 7 and who need regalia, rentals are available through Herff Jones.

Please use the information below to verify your regalia order.

https://facultycapgown.herffjones.com

Spring 2026

Customer # 22004022000

Order # 5487972

Select your name to verify your information. If you are not shown in the dropdown menu, please select “new faculty member” and add your information in the portal. IMPORTANT: Please use your alma mater institution in order to receive the correct hood colors. The deadline to order rental regalia is April 14 for regular shipping and April 23 for expedited shipping.

Please contact Aaron Warwick, Augsburg campus store manager, at aaron.warwick@getugear.com if you have any questions.

Order rental regalia

Contact Your Legislators About the MN State Grant Program

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Did you know that the Minnesota State Grant program supports 62% of Augsburg undergraduate students, with an average grant amount of $6,000?

A $131 million shortfall in funding for the program means that without action, many low- and middle-income students will lose their grants or see them dramatically cut starting next fall.

Lawmakers can prevent these cuts by providing additional funding for the State Grant program during the legislative session that is underway in St. Paul. Augsburg is encouraging policymakers to do just that, speaking up on this with other private nonprofit colleges. It is also critical for individual constituents—including Augsburg students, faculty, and staff—to ask for action on this issue.

If you live in Minnesota, please consider sending a note of your own to the state legislators who represent you, asking them to fully fund the State Grant program. A sample note you can edit and a simple tool for sending it is available from the Minnesota Private College Council.

Learn more and contact your legislators by March 31.

New Student Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

03/23/2026: Student: Chemistry Lab Assistant
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000116282630-student-chemistry-lab-assistant
03/23/2026: Student: Campus Life Administrative Assistant
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000116228116-student-campus-life-administrative-assistant

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New Staff Positions This Week (3)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

03/24/2026: Senior Academic Advisor
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/45db50b6-c01b-4d2b-bfb4-a0305c4ce0ee-senior-academic-advisor
03/24/2026: Assistant Director, Campus Life
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000116451247-assistant-director-campus-life
03/24/2026: Director of Alumni Relations & Annual Giving
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000116395717-director-of-alumni-relations-annual-giving-

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Boston Scientific Seeking First/Second Year Students for Summer Program

submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu

Boston Scientific is seeking students to participate in their early talent program!

Benefits:
– Gain vaulable industry experience
– Exposure to technical tours of manufacturing areas
– Meet company leadership
– Professional growth and development
– Attend offsite events

Who Should Apply?
– Year: Freshman/Sophomore First Generation College Students
– Preferred Majors: Engineering, Sciences, Business, Supply Chain
– Must be able to commute to Arden Hills, MN daily
– Must be 18+

Program Details:
– Location: Boston Scientific Arden Hills
– Duration: 12 Week Work Assignment
– Start Date: June 1st, 2026
– Pay: $17.50/hr

Deadline to apply: April 17th, 2026

Application requires resume and transcript- https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=g7S4tZdV50qOJ_zEZKO1hJdaMH5YbJ9HmgpMpe2UavVUN1ZXMDdZSFIxM0dNTVgzOTZNMjJGSzVCRS4u&route=shorturl

Link to the flyer

2026-27 FAFSA Priority Deadline

submitted by bjorkluw@augsburg.edu

The 2026-2027 priority deadline for returning students FAFSA is June 1st, 2026. Submitting by this date is the best way to ensure funding availability for the upcoming year.

If you have questions about the application or run into any issues, the Student Financial Services team is here to help! Stop by our office, or schedule an appointment with a financial aid counselor for further assistance.

Submit your FAFSA here!

Last Few Days – Honoring the Women of Wounded Knee Exhibit at Fairview

submitted by hurleyc@augsburg.edu

You’re invited to visit the traveling exhibit, Honoring the Women of Wounded Knee, at M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center – West Bank. Use the West building lobby entrance (across the street from Augsburg) and the exhibit is in the Hallway by Subway.

Open to the public, now through Wednesday, April 1. Free admission.

Fairview’s Community Advancement team, University of Minnesota Medical Center, Fairview, and Indigenous Healing Circle Employee Resource Group of Fairview collaborated this event with the Warrior Women Project.

Warrior Women Traveling Exhibit

This Wednesday: Annual Staff Appreciation + Nominees for Outstanding Staff and Newcomer Awards

submitted by carrigan@augsburg.edu

Annual Staff Appreciation Wednesday, April 1st 3:00 – 4:30pm The Annual Staff Appreciation Awards Ceremony takes place on April 1st at 3pm in Hoversten Chapel. We’ll celebrate all of the staff’s contributions to the Augsburg community with food, fun, and good company! We’ll announce the winners of the Outstanding Staff and Newcomer awards, the winner of the Outstanding Team/Department award, and give away prizes to attendees. Thank you to all staff for your hard work and accomplishments this year!

This year’s nominees are:

Outstanding Staff Nominees:
John Anderson
Marcus Carrigan
Babette Chatman
Brian DeYoung
Julie Froslan Ferralez
Ellie Olson
David Ridgle
John Schwehn
Diane Syler
Minasie Theofilos

Newcomer Nominees:
Kira Cronin-Hennessy
Alexander Ditmanson
Kitty Osborn
Tony Pangal
Zinnia Koy

Years of Service:
Ten Years
Dawn Miller
Nicholas St. Aubin
Jacob Swede
Christine Berkenpas

Fifteen Years:
Franz Santander
Margo Abramson

Twenty Years:
Aynalem Dawo
Tsion Gudeta
Amanda Burgess
Keith Bateman
Woinshet Abebe
Aaron Griess

Twenty-Five Years:
Tom Kelsey
Scott Krajewski
Cory Snyder

Thirty Years:
Drew Privette

Thirty-Five Years:
Diane Syler

Forty Years:
Kathleen Kuross

Staff Appreciation Awards Ceremony (Calendar Event)

TRIO/SSS Summer Bridge Peer Mentor Positions (3), Summer 2026

submitted by rodrig@augsburg.edu

Summer 2026
There will be 4 days of training (2 days in May & 2 Days in June) and the commitment is 4 weeks June 21 – July 16.
$16.45 per hour

Job Description
As a result of serving as a TRIO/Student Support Services Summer Bridge Peer Mentor,
students will be able to:
● Create & maintain a safe, healthy, & welcoming residential community by
coordinating move-in & move-out, creating & posting door & hall decorations,
enforcing program & University policies & regulations.
● Provide academic support through evening study group activities, course research,
learning assistance, constructive feedback, & guidance.
● Plan & facilitate study-break activities that actively engage participants.
● Foster a positive group environment for first-year students through respectful
communication, a positive attitude, confidence-building, & providing assistance as
needed.
● Collaborate and work effectively as part of a team to support a successful Summer
Bridge experience.

Qualifications
● Minimum GPA of 2.5
● Strong customer service skills
● Effective communication & team-development abilities
● Ability to maintain private & sensitive information
● Ability to work in a fast-paced & unpredictable environment
● Desire to work in a flexible, team-focused atmosphere
● Strong sense of responsibility—and fun!
● Willingness to live in a residence hall during the Summer Bridge program
(June 21–July16; room provided)
● Willingness to complete other duties as assigned

Desired Qualifications
● Completion of Summer Bridge Program
● Previous residence life experience
● Current TRIO/SSS participant
● Involvement and/or leadership in Augsburg co-curricular activities

Application Instructions:
Applicants are encouraged to review the TRIO/SSS Summer Bridge web page to learn more
about the program. All student applicants must attach the following for consideration:
● Resume (required)
● Cover Letter (optional, but strongly encouraged)

Click the link below to apply!

TRIO/SSS Summer Bridge Peer Mentor Position

April 25 – Miles that Matter 5k Walk/Run to Support the International Institute of MN – Last Week

submitted by olsenkat@augsburg.edu

Join the PA Program and support the International Institute of Minnesota Saturday April 25th at 10 am for a 5k walk/run to benefit the institution and our PA program! Every participant gets a t-shirt and the first 70 to sign up get a free water bottle!

The event is at Bde Maka Ska and anyone can join, so invite your friends and family. Registration ends April 3rd.

Learn more and sign up below! Registration is $35, students are $25, and kids 12 and under are free!

Register Today!

Community Defense Training

submitted by rankiniz@augsburg.edu

As a united University community, we continue to seek ways to offer resources that support faculty and staff, both on and off campus. The need to pay attention to what is happening around us remains.

For those who are interested in community defense training, the following options are available:
• States at the Core, who offer multiple online training sessions each month to a nationwide audience.
• Monarca, a local Minnesota organization that offers several in-person training sessions throughout the greater Twin Cities and western WI.

For those who are interested in attending training in community, Human Resources, the Provost’s Office, and the Post 1/20 Task Force have reserved space on campus, and will be streaming a 90-minute live webinar presented by States at the Core on the following dates:

Wednesday, April 1 (OGC/Oren 201)

The webinars are identical; is not necessary to attend all of them.
• The webinar will begin at 6:00 p.m.
• Augsburg will register as an institution, no individual registration is required.
• As this is a nationwide webinar, the audience is not visible.
• Those who are interested in attending the training off-campus should individually register.

As additional training and resources become available for faculty and staff, we will continue to provide those opportunities to all.

More info about States at the Core

New Student Positions This Week (3)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

03/23/2026: Student: Chemistry Lab Assistant
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000116282630-student-chemistry-lab-assistant
03/23/2026: Student: Campus Life Administrative Assistant
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000116228116-student-campus-life-administrative-assistant
03/19/2026: Student: Public Safety Dispatcher, Academic Year 2025-26
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000115668048-student-public-safety-dispatcher-academic-year-2025-26

Search Augsburg Job Postings

New Staff Positions This Week (3)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

03/24/2026: Senior Academic Advisor
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/45db50b6-c01b-4d2b-bfb4-a0305c4ce0ee-senior-academic-advisor
03/24/2026: Assistant Director, Campus Life
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000116451247-assistant-director-campus-life
03/24/2026: Director of Alumni Relations & Annual Giving
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000116395717-director-of-alumni-relations-annual-giving-

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Lord of Rings Deluxe Edition for Sale

submitted by bensonss@augsburg.edu

I’m selling my deluxe edition of The Lord of the Rings book, it’s gently used with a small stain and a couple of folded corners, but other wise in good condition. I’m selling it for 30 dollars, although I’m willing to be a little flexible with the pricing. Please email me at sbnsn7@gmail.com if interested in buying.

Lord of the Rings book

TRIO/SSS Summer Bridge Peer Mentor Positions (3), Summer 2026

submitted by rodrig@augsburg.edu

Summer 2026
There will be 4 days of training (2 days in May & 2 Days in June) and the commitment is 4 weeks June 21 – July 16.
$16.45 per hour

Job Description
As a result of serving as a TRIO/Student Support Services Summer Bridge Peer Mentor,
students will be able to:
● Create & maintain a safe, healthy, & welcoming residential community by
coordinating move-in & move-out, creating & posting door & hall decorations,
enforcing program & University policies & regulations.
● Provide academic support through evening study group activities, course research,
learning assistance, constructive feedback, & guidance.
● Plan & facilitate study-break activities that actively engage participants.
● Foster a positive group environment for first-year students through respectful
communication, a positive attitude, confidence-building, & providing assistance as
needed.
● Collaborate and work effectively as part of a team to support a successful Summer
Bridge experience.

Qualifications
● Minimum GPA of 2.5
● Strong customer service skills
● Effective communication & team-development abilities
● Ability to maintain private & sensitive information
● Ability to work in a fast-paced & unpredictable environment
● Desire to work in a flexible, team-focused atmosphere
● Strong sense of responsibility—and fun!
● Willingness to live in a residence hall during the Summer Bridge program
(June 21–July16; room provided)
● Willingness to complete other duties as assigned

Desired Qualifications
● Completion of Summer Bridge Program
● Previous residence life experience
● Current TRIO/SSS participant
● Involvement and/or leadership in Augsburg co-curricular activities

Application Instructions:
Applicants are encouraged to review the TRIO/SSS Summer Bridge web page to learn more
about the program. All student applicants must attach the following for consideration:
● Resume (required)
● Cover Letter (optional, but strongly encouraged)

Click the link below to apply!

TRIO/SSS Summer Bridge Peer Mentor Position

Commencement Reminders: Cap and Gown, Tickets, NameCoach

submitted by commencement@augsburg.edu

Commencement is getting closer! If you plan to participate in the ceremony on May 7:

GET TICKETS
Reserve your tickets as soon as possible: https://augsburggrad.universitytickets.com/

To request up to 10 additional tickets, fill out the request form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdvax1_RJr_9D2RenRR6du6788dxJ1pkG–H4Gk0QHlS7Ietg/viewform

ORDER REGALIA
Order your regalia from Herff Jones by April 14 for regular shipping or April 23 for an additional fee: https://www.augsburg.edu/commencement/commencement-regalia/

In addition to online ordering, a selection of bachelor’s and master’s regalia is available for purchase in person at the Augsburg Campus Store.

WATCH FOR AN EMAIL FROM NAMECOACH
NameCoach is a tool that helps ensure that your name is pronounced correctly at commencement. You should receive an email with instructions on how to access NameCoach in the next week.

Augsburg Commencement Website

Daily Chapel: Alternative Spring Break

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 12:00 pm to hear references from students about their experiences in New York City for Alternative Spring Break. After chapel Campus Ministry invites you to Foss 104 at 12:30 to 1:30 pm for a reception for Janice Dames. Please stop by for some cake and a chance to say goodbye. Janice will be on campus next week as well to train our new administrative assistant who begins on Monday!

Urge Policymakers to Fully Fund the State Grant

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Did you know that the Minnesota State Grant program supports 62% of Augsburg undergraduate students, with an average grant amount of $6,000?

A $131 million shortfall in funding for the program means that without action, many low- and middle-income students will lose their grants or see them dramatically cut starting next fall.

Lawmakers can prevent these cuts by providing additional funding for the State Grant program during the legislative session that is underway in St. Paul. Augsburg is encouraging policymakers to do just that, speaking up on this with other private nonprofit colleges. It is also critical for individual constituents—including Augsburg students, faculty, and staff—to ask for action on this issue.

If you live in Minnesota, please consider sending a note of your own to the state legislators who represent you, asking them to fully fund the State Grant program. A sample note you can edit and a simple tool for sending it is available from the Minnesota Private College Council.

Learn more and contact your legislators by March 31.

New and Improved Gradebook Override

submitted by hadjiyanis@augsburg.edu

The Gradebook Override
As we move through the semester, we’ve received some great questions about the “mystery” of grades not updating in Moodle. Often, this is caused by a Gradebook Override.
When you manually enter a grade (like a 0 for a missing assignment) directly into the Gradebook, Moodle treats that entry as the “final word.” This means even if a student later completes the quiz or assignment and receives a grade, their actual attempt grade will not update in the gradebook because the manual override is in place.

New Feature: The Yellow Highlight
You may have noticed that some cells in your gradebook now have a prominent yellow or orange highlight. This is a relatively new visual cue to make your grading life easier.
Why was it added? Previously, it was difficult to tell at a glance if an override was in place. Because of that, we added this “Override Warning” color to provide an immediate visual alert that an override is blocking the automatic sync from the activity (like a Quiz or Assignment).
How to take advantage of it: Use it as a diagnostic tool! If a student asks why the grade for their recent submission isn’t showing up in the gradebook, simply look for that yellow highlight. It tells you exactly where you need to clear an override to let the automation take over again.

How to Resolve and Automate Overrides
To ensure your gradebook stays synced with student attempts, keep these tips in mind:
Remove Manual Overrides: Watch this video to see how to remove manual overrides.
Here are the steps: If you see that yellow background, go to Grader report, enable Edit mode,
select the three dots next to the individual grade, and select Edit grade.You’ll see Overridden at the top of the new page. Untick the box if ticked and select Save changes. You’ll be brought to a page where grades are recalculated. You should see that the override has been removed and the score has been updated.

Watch this video to see how to remove manual overrides.

Today Is Last Day for Students to Apply for Christensen Scholars

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

We are now taking applications for the 2026-2027 cohort of Christensen Scholars. Apply at the link below by Friday March 27, 2026.

Christensen Scholars spend a year in community exploring questions of faith, identity, and vocation through a Christian theological lens. Students should be open to engaging seriously and openly with these topics, but it is not a requirement that a student be an active member of a faith community. Applicants need only be open to sharing about and listening to a diverse set of perspectives within the Christian tradition.

BENEFITS:
• Develop a deeper understanding of your own vocation in a caring community.
• Create a deeper sense of belonging among your peers.
• Learn new ways to live out your faith on a daily basis within the community.
• Experience a remote mountain retreat center in the middle of winter.
• Receive a small scholarship and a $500.00 stipend to cover expenses.
• All-expenses-paid winter pilgrimage in mid-January.
• 4 upper division Religion credits (can be used toward your major or minor)

NOTE: RLN 100 is a prerequisite for this year-long course. We will gather every other Thursday evening (6pm-8pm), both Fall and Spring semesters. Additionally, the pilgrimage during the end of your winter break in January 2027 is mandatory. Students admitted are expected to have good attendance and participation in the sessions and on the trip in order to earn course credit.

Christensen Scholars program is co-led by Dr. Jeremy Myers (myers@ausburg.edu) from the Christensen Center for Vocation and Rev. John Schwehn (schwehn@augsburg.edu) from Campus Ministry.

Apply Here

Visit the Writing Center for Help with Your Papers and Projects

submitted by mollberg@augsburg.edu

Visit the Writing Center for Help with Your Papers and Projects

The Augsburg University Writing Center is open and be ready to support your writing this semester! Our current hours are Sunday 5-8pm and Monday–Thursday, 2–8 p.m. Online tutoring is also available by appointment Sunday-Thursday 6-8pm. Please visit the writing center website for more information.

We are located across from Advising on the second floor of the library.
https://sites.augsburg.edu/writingcenter/

At the Writing Center, trained peer tutors work with writers at all levels and in all disciplines. Whether you are just beginning an assignment and need help generating ideas, in the middle of a draft and looking for feedback on structure or clarity, or polishing a final version before submitting, our tutors are here to help. They can also support you in developing stronger arguments, refining your style, citing sources, and building effective revision strategies.
You can bring in any kind of writing project—course essays, research papers, lab reports, resumes, personal statements, creative pieces, or even application materials. No matter the stage of the process or the type of writing, tutors provide constructive, supportive feedback that is focused on helping you grow as a writer.

Stop by during open hours to meet with a tutor and make the most of your writing this semester!

https://sites.augsburg.edu/writingcenter/

Beginning of Spring Round Dance – March 28

submitted by waukaug@augsburg.edu

Join Augsburg Indigenous Student Association on Saturday, March 28th from 5pm-9pm in celebrating our Spring Round Dance! This cultural event brings the Indigenous community together to celebrate the start of Spring through song and dance. There will be a feast, specials, ribbon skirt/ shirt contest, and much more!

AISA Beginning of Spring Round Dance

Honoring the Women of Wounded Knee Exhibit Through April 1

submitted by hurleyc@augsburg.edu

You’re invited to visit the traveling exhibit, Honoring the Women of Wounded Knee, at M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center – West Bank. Use the West building lobby entrance (across the street from Augsburg) and the exhibit is in the Hallway by Subway.

Open to the public, now through Wednesday, April 1. Free admission.

Fairview’s Community Advancement team, University of Minnesota Medical Center, Fairview, and Indigenous Healing Circle Employee Resource Group of Fairview collaborated this event with the Warrior Women Project.

Warrior Women Project

Financial Aid Drop-In Hours

submitted by bjorkluw@augsburg.edu

No need to schedule an appointment! Drop by in the Enrollment Center, located in Sverdrup Hall, to meet with a financial aid counselor. We can help you with your FAFSA, unpaid balance holds, summer financial aid questions, and more!

Dates and Times:
Wed–Fri, March 25–27: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Mon–Thu, March 30 – April 2: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Submit your FAFSA here!

Win an Amazon Gift Card – 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 Student Positions This Week (3)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

03/23/2026: Student: Chemistry Lab Assistant
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000116282630-student-chemistry-lab-assistant
03/23/2026: Student: Campus Life Administrative Assistant
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000116228116-student-campus-life-administrative-assistant
03/19/2026: Student: Public Safety Dispatcher, Academic Year 2025-26
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000115668048-student-public-safety-dispatcher-academic-year-2025-26

Search Augsburg Job Postings

New Staff Positions This Week (3)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

03/24/2026: Senior Academic Advisor
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/45db50b6-c01b-4d2b-bfb4-a0305c4ce0ee-senior-academic-advisor
03/24/2026: Assistant Director, Campus Life
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000116451247-assistant-director-campus-life
03/24/2026: Director of Alumni Relations & Annual Giving
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000116395717-director-of-alumni-relations-annual-giving-

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Visit the Writing Center for Help with Your Papers and Projects

submitted by mollberg@augsburg.edu

Visit the Writing Center for Help with Your Papers and Projects

The Augsburg University Writing Center is open and be ready to support your writing this semester! Our current hours are Sunday 5-8pm and Monday–Thursday, 2–8 p.m. Online tutoring is also available by appointment Sunday-Thursday 6-8pm. Please visit the writing center website for more information.

We are located across from Advising on the second floor of the library.
https://sites.augsburg.edu/writingcenter/

At the Writing Center, trained peer tutors work with writers at all levels and in all disciplines. Whether you are just beginning an assignment and need help generating ideas, in the middle of a draft and looking for feedback on structure or clarity, or polishing a final version before submitting, our tutors are here to help. They can also support you in developing stronger arguments, refining your style, citing sources, and building effective revision strategies.
You can bring in any kind of writing project—course essays, research papers, lab reports, resumes, personal statements, creative pieces, or even application materials. No matter the stage of the process or the type of writing, tutors provide constructive, supportive feedback that is focused on helping you grow as a writer.

Stop by during open hours to meet with a tutor and make the most of your writing this semester!

https://sites.augsburg.edu/writingcenter/

Commencement Reminders: Cap and Gown, Tickets, NameCoach

submitted by commencement@augsburg.edu

Commencement is getting closer! If you plan to participate in the ceremony on May 7:

GET TICKETS
Reserve your tickets as soon as possible: https://augsburggrad.universitytickets.com/

To request up to 10 additional tickets, fill out the request form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdvax1_RJr_9D2RenRR6du6788dxJ1pkG–H4Gk0QHlS7Ietg/viewform

ORDER REGALIA
Order your regalia from Herff Jones by April 14 for regular shipping or April 23 for an additional fee: https://www.augsburg.edu/commencement/commencement-regalia/

In addition to online ordering, a selection of bachelor’s and master’s regalia is available for purchase in person at the Augsburg Campus Store.

WATCH FOR AN EMAIL FROM NAMECOACH
NameCoach is a tool that helps ensure that your name is pronounced correctly at commencement. You should receive an email with instructions on how to access NameCoach in the next week.

Augsburg Commencement Website

Contact Your Legislators About the MN State Grant Program

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Did you know that the Minnesota State Grant program supports 62% of Augsburg undergraduate students, with an average grant amount of $6,000?

A $131 million shortfall in funding for the program means that without action, many low- and middle-income students will lose their grants or see them dramatically cut starting next fall.

Lawmakers can prevent these cuts by providing additional funding for the State Grant program during the legislative session that is underway in St. Paul. Augsburg is encouraging policymakers to do just that, speaking up on this with other private nonprofit colleges. It is also critical for individual constituents—including Augsburg students, faculty, and staff—to ask for action on this issue.

If you live in Minnesota, please consider sending a note of your own to the state legislators who represent you, asking them to fully fund the State Grant program. A sample note you can edit and a simple tool for sending it is available from the Minnesota Private College Council.

Learn more and contact your legislators by March 31.

$10 Visa Gift Card: Muslims Click Here to Participate in Research and Receive a $10 Gift Card

submitted by khanss@augsburg.edu

As-salamualaikum! My name is Sana Khan and I am currently a clinical psychology doctoral study student at Augsburg University. I am conducting a research study about how the mental health and religiosity of Muslim college students is impacted by Islamophobia and I would love to have you be a part of my study! The study will consist of an initial screener to make sure eligibility criteria is met and then scheduling an interview in which I ask you questions about your demographics and experience as a Muslim college student as related to Islam, religiosity, and Islamophobia. The interview should take approximately 25 minutes to 35 minutes to complete. To thank you for your participation, upon completion of your interview, there will be an option at the end for you to enter your information to receive a $10 Visa gift card. If you are interested in participating, please contact me at my email listed below. I appreciate you taking time to consider being a part of my project. Please contact Sana Khan at khanss@augsburg.edu to determine eligibility.

Community Defense Training

submitted by rankiniz@augsburg.edu

As a united University community, we continue to seek ways to offer resources that support faculty and staff, both on and off campus. The need to pay attention to what is happening around us remains.

For those who are interested in community defense training, the following options are available:
• States at the Core, who offer multiple online training sessions each month to a nationwide audience.
• Monarca, a local Minnesota organization that offers several in-person training sessions throughout the greater Twin Cities and western WI.

For those who are interested in attending training in community, Human Resources, the Provost’s Office, and the Post 1/20 Task Force have reserved space on campus, and will be streaming a 90-minute live webinar presented by States at the Core on the following dates:

Wednesday, April 1 (OGC/Oren 201)

The webinars are identical; is not necessary to attend all of them.
• The webinar will begin at 6:00 p.m.
• Augsburg will register as an institution, no individual registration is required.
• As this is a nationwide webinar, the audience is not visible.
• Those who are interested in attending the training off-campus should individually register.

As additional training and resources become available for faculty and staff, we will continue to provide those opportunities to all.

More info about States at the Core

Apply for Christensen Scholars Before Friday

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

We are now taking applications for the 2026-2027 cohort of Christensen Scholars. Apply at the link below by Friday March 27, 2026.

Christensen Scholars spend a year in community exploring questions of faith, identity, and vocation through a Christian theological lens. Students should be open to engaging seriously and openly with these topics, but it is not a requirement that a student be an active member of a faith community. Applicants need only be open to sharing about and listening to a diverse set of perspectives within the Christian tradition.

BENEFITS:
• Develop a deeper understanding of your own vocation in a caring community.
• Create a deeper sense of belonging among your peers.
• Learn new ways to live out your faith on a daily basis within the community.
• Experience a remote mountain retreat center in the middle of winter.
• Receive a small scholarship and a $500.00 stipend to cover expenses.
• All-expenses-paid winter pilgrimage in mid-January.
• 4 upper division Religion credits (can be used toward your major or minor)

NOTE: RLN 100 is a prerequisite for this year-long course. We will gather every other Thursday evening (6pm-8pm), both Fall and Spring semesters. Additionally, the pilgrimage during the end of your winter break in January 2027 is mandatory. Students admitted are expected to have good attendance and participation in the sessions and on the trip in order to earn course credit.

Christensen Scholars program is co-led by Dr. Jeremy Myers (myers@ausburg.edu) from the Christensen Center for Vocation and Rev. John Schwehn (schwehn@augsburg.edu) from Campus Ministry.

Apply Here

TODAY Kathy McGillivray Shares Her Story of Thriving

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

Join us today for our next How We Thrive talk of the academic year.

Kathy McGillivray, director of CLASS, Augsburg’s Disability resources office for the past 11 years, earned her B.S. in Pastoral Studies at North central University and her Master’s in Counseling Psychology from the University of St. Thomas. Blind since birth, Kathy has learned that whatever we are looking for in life, we often just need to feel around until we find it.

HOW WE THRIVE: STORIES OF WHAT IT MEANS TO THRIVE – TOGETHER.
Kathy McGillivray
Thursday March , 2026
11:50 a.m. – 12:10 a.m.
Hoversten Chapel

Beginning of Spring Round Dance – March 28

submitted by waukaug@augsburg.edu

Join Augsburg Indigenous Student Association on Saturday, March 28th from 5pm-9pm in celebrating our Spring Round Dance! This cultural event brings the Indigenous community together to celebrate the start of Spring through song and dance. There will be a feast, specials, ribbon skirt/ shirt contest, and much more!

AISA Beginning of Spring Round Dance

Opportunity for Political Science and History Majors: Spend a Semester Abroad in Northern Ireland

submitted by morgans1@augsburg.edu

Augsburg political science and history majors can spend the fall semester in Northern Ireland while earning major, minor, and elective credit toward their degree. Coursework completed on the program transfers back as Augsburg credit, including:

– Political Science credit (upper-division)
– History credit (upper-division)
– Social Science or Humanities electives
– Augsburg Experience (study abroad requirement)

This makes it possible to stay on track for graduation while completing core and elective requirements in an international setting! Pay your regular fall tuition – financial aid and scholarships apply!

Email abroad@augsburg.edu if you have any questions

Learn More and Apply Here!!

Freshmen and Sophomores, Complete Your Gen-Eds in Mexico

submitted by morgans1@augsburg.edu

Calling all Freshmen and Sophomores!!!
Consider spending your fall semester in Mexico and complete some of your general education requirements! This affordable program is a great way to expand your world by immersing yourself in a new culture.

– Apply by April 1st and get a free plane ticket!
– Pay your regular fall tuition – financial aid and scholarships apply!
– Apply on our website – this takes less than 10 minutes!
– Email abroad@augsburg.edu if you have any questions

Learn More and Apply Here

Annual Staff Appreciation

submitted by carrigan@augsburg.edu

Annual Staff Appreciation Wednesday, April 1st 3:00 – 4:30pm The Annual Staff Appreciation Awards Ceremony takes place on April 1st at 3pm in Hoversten Chapel. We’ll celebrate all of the staff’s contributions to the Augsburg community with food, fun, and good company! We’ll announce the winners of the Outstanding Staff and Newcomer awards, the winner of the Outstanding Team/Department award, and give away prizes to attendees. Thank you to all staff for your hard work and accomplishments this year!

This year’s nominees are:

Outstanding Staff Nominees
John Anderson
Marcus Carrigan
Babette Chatman
Brian DeYoung
Julie Froslan Ferralez
Ellie Olson
David Ridgle
John Schwehn
Diane Syler
Minasie Theofilos

Newcomer Nominees
Kira Cronin-Hennessy
Alexander Ditmanson
Kitty Osborn
Tony Pangal
Zinnia Koy

Please join us to celebrate these nominees during the Staff Appreciation event!

Staff Appreciation Awards Ceremony (Calendar Event)

Win an Amazon Gift Card – 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 Student Position: Student: Chemistry Lab Assistant

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

The chemistry department is seeking candidates to hire as Student Laboratory Assistants. The Laboratory
Assistant will assist the Laboratory Manager in preparing and maintaining all equipment, reagents, and
inventory required for Chemistry Department teaching and research. The Laboratory Assistant also assists
in perpetuating a culture of organization, safety, and efficiency in the stockroom and laboratory
environments.

Key Responsibilities

– Prepare chemical solutions for instructional laboratory courses according to provided protocols
– and safety guidelines. Includes keeping meticulous notes on preparation.
– Organize and maintain chemical storage areas in compliance with OSHA safety regulations
– Manage chemical inventory logging new chemicals into inventory systems and removing
– depleted materials
– Pull and distribute chemicals from inventory for weekly laboratory experiments
– Maintain accurate inventory records and assist with stockroom organization
– Clean and maintain teaching laboratories to ensure a safe and professional learning environment
– Wash, dry, and properly store laboratory glassware
– Put away glassware at the beginning of each week and ensure labs are properly reset
– Follow all departmental and institutional safety procedures

Work-study eligible students welcome.

Compensation and Benefits

– Rate of Pay: $16.45/hour
– Minnesota Sick and Safe Time
– Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave
– Not eligible for health insurance benefits

View Job Posting

New Student Positions This Week (3)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

03/23/2026: Student: Chemistry Lab Assistant
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000116282630-student-chemistry-lab-assistant
03/23/2026: Student: Campus Life Administrative Assistant
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000116228116-student-campus-life-administrative-assistant
03/19/2026: Student: Public Safety Dispatcher, Academic Year 2025-26
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000115668048-student-public-safety-dispatcher-academic-year-2025-26

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Interfaith Symposium – Today at Noon

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

We are excited to welcome Rev. Jen Bailey as the keynote speaker for the 2026 interfaith symposium. Jen is an interfaith leader working at the intersection of investing in the leadership of young people and the vitality of the natural environment. Jen will speak on the theme Healing the Earth, Healing Ourselves.

Date: Wednesday, March 25 (Today!)
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm keynote
1:00 – 2:00 pm lunch
Location: Sateren Auditorium (keynote), Hoversten Chapel (lunch)

All Augsburg community members are welcome to attend (at no cost).
Please register to attend lunch.

The keynote will be livestreamed. Please register to receive a link to the livestream.

Register

Commencement Reminders: Cap and Gown, Tickets, NameCoach

submitted by commencement@augsburg.edu

Commencement is getting closer! If you plan to participate in the ceremony on May 7:

GET TICKETS
Reserve your tickets as soon as possible: https://augsburggrad.universitytickets.com/

To request up to 10 additional tickets, fill out the request form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdvax1_RJr_9D2RenRR6du6788dxJ1pkG–H4Gk0QHlS7Ietg/viewform

ORDER REGALIA
Order your regalia from Herff Jones by April 14 for regular shipping or April 23 for an additional fee: https://www.augsburg.edu/commencement/commencement-regalia/

In addition to online ordering, a selection of bachelor’s and master’s regalia is available for purchase in person at the Augsburg Campus Store.

WATCH FOR AN EMAIL FROM NAMECOACH
NameCoach is a tool that helps ensure that your name is pronounced correctly at commencement. You should receive an email with instructions on how to access NameCoach in the next week.

Augsburg Commencement Website

Old Main Elevator Out of Order

submitted by reeck@augsburg.edu

The elevator in Old Main is currently out of order. If you have a class or other business in Old Main that you cannot access without the use of this elevator, please contact Shelly Major at majors@augsburg.edu for assistance. The University is currently working to repair the elevator as soon as possible. (Please note that the Old Main 100/101 chair lift is functioning properly.)

Beginning of Spring Round Dance – March 28

submitted by waukaug@augsburg.edu

Join Augsburg Indigenous Student Association on Saturday, March 28th from 5pm-9pm in celebrating our Spring Round Dance! This cultural event brings the Indigenous community together to celebrate the start of Spring through song and dance. There will be a feast, specials, ribbon skirt/ shirt contest, and much more!

AISA Beginning of Spring Round Dance

Action Alert: Speak Up for the State Grant

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Did you know that the Minnesota State Grant program supports 62% of Augsburg undergraduate students, with an average grant amount of $6,000?

A $131 million shortfall in funding for the program means that without action, many low- and middle-income students will lose their grants or see them dramatically cut starting next fall.

Lawmakers can prevent these cuts by providing additional funding for the State Grant program during the legislative session that is underway in St. Paul. Augsburg is encouraging policymakers to do just that, speaking up on this with other private nonprofit colleges. It is also critical for individual constituents—including Augsburg students, faculty, and staff—to ask for action on this issue.

If you live in Minnesota, please consider sending a note of your own to the state legislators who represent you, asking them to fully fund the State Grant program. A sample note you can edit and a simple tool for sending it is available from the Minnesota Private College Council.

Learn more and contact your legislators by March 31.

Students: Apply Before Friday, March 27

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

We are now taking applications for the 2026-2027 cohort of Christensen Scholars. Apply at the link below by Friday March 27, 2026.

Christensen Scholars spend a year in community exploring questions of faith, identity, and vocation through a Christian theological lens. Students should be open to engaging seriously and openly with these topics, but it is not a requirement that a student be an active member of a faith community. Applicants need only be open to sharing about and listening to a diverse set of perspectives within the Christian tradition.

BENEFITS:
• Develop a deeper understanding of your own vocation in a caring community.
• Create a deeper sense of belonging among your peers.
• Learn new ways to live out your faith on a daily basis within the community.
• Experience a remote mountain retreat center in the middle of winter.
• Receive a small scholarship and a $500.00 stipend to cover expenses.
• All-expenses-paid winter pilgrimage in mid-January.
• 4 upper division Religion credits (can be used toward your major or minor)

NOTE: RLN 100 is a prerequisite for this year-long course. We will gather every other Thursday evening (6pm-8pm), both Fall and Spring semesters. Additionally, the pilgrimage during the end of your winter break in January 2027 is mandatory. Students admitted are expected to have good attendance and participation in the sessions and on the trip in order to earn course credit.

Christensen Scholars program is co-led by Dr. Jeremy Myers (myers@ausburg.edu) from the Christensen Center for Vocation and Rev. John Schwehn (schwehn@augsburg.edu) from Campus Ministry.

Apply Here

Kathy McGillivray Shares Her Story of Thriving TOMORROW

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

Join us for our next How We Thrive talk of the academic year.

Kathy McGillivray, director of CLASS, Augsburg’s Disability resources office for the past 11 years, earned her B.S. in Pastoral Studies at North central University and her Master’s in Counseling Psychology from the University of St. Thomas. Blind since birth, Kathy has learned that whatever we are looking for in life, we often just need to feel around until we find it.

HOW WE THRIVE: STORIES OF WHAT IT MEANS TO THRIVE – TOGETHER.
Kathy McGillivray
Thursday March , 2026
11:50 a.m. – 12:10 a.m.
Hoversten Chapel

$10 Visa Gift Card: Muslims Click Here to Participate in Research and Receive a $10 Gift Card

submitted by khanss@augsburg.edu

As-salamualaikum! My name is Sana Khan and I am currently a clinical psychology doctoral study student at Augsburg University. I am conducting a research study about how the mental health and religiosity of Muslim college students is impacted by Islamophobia and I would love to have you be a part of my study! The study will consist of an initial screener to make sure eligibility criteria is met and then scheduling an interview in which I ask you questions about your demographics and experience as a Muslim college student as related to Islam, religiosity, and Islamophobia. The interview should take approximately 25 minutes to 35 minutes to complete. To thank you for your participation, upon completion of your interview, there will be an option at the end for you to enter your information to receive a $10 Visa gift card. If you are interested in participating, please contact me at my email listed below. I appreciate you taking time to consider being a part of my project. Please contact Sana Khan at khanss@augsburg.edu to determine eligibility.

Financial Aid Drop-In Hours Begins TODAY

submitted by bjorkluw@augsburg.edu

No need to schedule an appointment! Drop by in the Enrollment Center, located in Sverdrup Hall, to meet with a financial aid counselor. We can help you with your FAFSA, unpaid balance holds, summer financial aid questions, and more!

Dates and Times:
Wed–Fri, March 25–27: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Mon–Thu, March 30 – April 2: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Submit your FAFSA here!

TRIO/SSS Summer Bridge Peer Mentor Positions (3), Summer 2026

submitted by rodrig@augsburg.edu

Summer 2026
There will be 4 days of training (2 days in May & 2 Days in June) and the commitment is 4 weeks June 21 – July 16.
$16.45 per hour

Job Description
As a result of serving as a TRIO/Student Support Services Summer Bridge Peer Mentor,
students will be able to:
● Create & maintain a safe, healthy, & welcoming residential community by
coordinating move-in & move-out, creating & posting door & hall decorations,
enforcing program & University policies & regulations.
● Provide academic support through evening study group activities, course research,
learning assistance, constructive feedback, & guidance.
● Plan & facilitate study-break activities that actively engage participants.
● Foster a positive group environment for first-year students through respectful
communication, a positive attitude, confidence-building, & providing assistance as
needed.
● Collaborate and work effectively as part of a team to support a successful Summer
Bridge experience.

Qualifications
● Minimum GPA of 2.5
● Strong customer service skills
● Effective communication & team-development abilities
● Ability to maintain private & sensitive information
● Ability to work in a fast-paced & unpredictable environment
● Desire to work in a flexible, team-focused atmosphere
● Strong sense of responsibility—and fun!
● Willingness to live in a residence hall during the Summer Bridge program
(June 21–July16; room provided)
● Willingness to complete other duties as assigned

Desired Qualifications
● Completion of Summer Bridge Program
● Previous residence life experience
● Current TRIO/SSS participant
● Involvement and/or leadership in Augsburg co-curricular activities

Application Instructions:
Applicants are encouraged to review the TRIO/SSS Summer Bridge web page to learn more
about the program. All student applicants must attach the following for consideration:
● Resume (required)
● Cover Letter (optional, but strongly encouraged)

Click the link below to apply!

TRIO/SSS Summer Bridge Peer Mentor Position

April 25 – Miles that Matter 5k Walk/Run to Support the International Institute of MN

submitted by olsenkat@augsburg.edu

Join the PA Program and support the International Institute of Minnesota Saturday April 25th at 10 am for a 5k walk/run to benefit the institution and our PA program! Every participant gets a t-shirt and the first 70 to sign up get a free water bottle!

The event is at Bde Maka Ska and anyone can join, so invite your friends and family. Registration ends April 3rd.

Learn more and sign up below! Registration is $35, students are $25, and kids 12 and under are free!

Register Today!

Win an Amazon Gift Card – 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

Daily Chapel: Sending Service for Janice Dames

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 11:50 am for a sending service for Janice Dames, Administrative Assistant in Campus Ministry, who is retiring in early April. Pastor Babette Chatman and Pastor John Schwehn will offer a blessing for Janice. Campus Ministry will host a gathering at a future date – watch for details in A-mail for a time to stop by and say goodbye.

$10 Visa Giftcard: Muslims Click Here to Participate in Research

submitted by khanss@augsburg.edu

As-salamualaikum! My name is Sana Khan and I am currently a clinical psychology doctoral study student at Augsburg University. I am conducting a research study about how the mental health and religiosity of Muslim college students is impacted by Islamophobia and I would love to have you be a part of my study! The study will consist of an initial screener to make sure eligibility criteria is met and then scheduling an interview in which I ask you questions about your demographics and experience as a Muslim college student as related to Islam, religiosity, and Islamophobia. The interview should take approximately 25 minutes to 35 minutes to complete. To thank you for your participation, upon completion of your interview, there will be an option at the end for you to enter your information to receive a $10 Visa gift card. If you are interested in participating, please contact me at my email listed below. I appreciate you taking time to consider being a part of my project. Please contact Sana Khan at khanss@augsburg.edu to determine eligibility.

Interfaith Symposium – TOMORROW

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

We are excited to welcome Rev. Jen Bailey as the keynote speaker for the 2026 interfaith symposium. Jen is an interfaith leader working at the intersection of investing in the leadership of young people and the vitality of the natural environment. Jen will speak on the theme Healing the Earth, Healing Ourselves.

Date: Wednesday, March 25 (Tomorrow!)
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm keynote
1:00 – 2:00 pm lunch
Location: Sateren Auditorium (keynote), Hoversten Chapel (lunch)

All Augsburg community members are welcome to attend (at no cost).
Please register to attend lunch.

The keynote will be livestreamed. Please register to receive a link to the livestream.

Register

Action Alert: Legislators Need to Hear From You About the State Grant Program

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Did you know that the Minnesota State Grant program supports 62% of Augsburg undergraduate students, with an average grant amount of $6,000?

A $131 million shortfall in funding for the program means that without action, many low- and middle-income students will lose their grants or see them dramatically cut starting next fall.

Lawmakers can prevent these cuts by providing additional funding for the State Grant program during the legislative session that is underway in St. Paul. Augsburg is encouraging policymakers to do just that, speaking up on this with other private nonprofit colleges. It is also critical for individual constituents—including Augsburg students, faculty, and staff—to ask for action on this issue.

If you live in Minnesota, please consider sending a note of your own to the state legislators who represent you, asking them to fully fund the State Grant program. A sample note you can edit and a simple tool for sending it is available from the Minnesota Private College Council.

Learn more and contact your legislators by March 31.

Political Science and History Majors: Spend a Semester Abroad Studying the Northern Ireland Conflict

submitted by hainn@augsburg.edu

Augsburg Political Science and History majors can spend the fall semester in Northern Ireland while earning major, minor, and elective credit toward their degree. Coursework completed on the program transfers back as Augsburg credit, including:

– Political Science credit (upper-division)
– History credit (upper-division)
– Social Science or Humanities electives
– Augsburg Experience (study abroad requirement)

This makes it possible to stay on track for graduation while completing core and elective requirements in an international setting!

Learn More and Apply Here

Freshmen and Sophomores, Complete your Gen-Eds in Mexico

submitted by hainn@augsburg.edu

Calling all Freshmen and Sophomores!!!
Consider spending your fall semester in Mexico and complete some of your general education requirements! This affordable program is a great way to expand your world by immersing yourself in a new culture.

– Apply by April 1st and get a free plane ticket!
– Pay your regular fall tuition – financial aid and scholarships apply!
– Apply on our website – this takes less than 10 minutes!
– Email abroad@augsburg.edu if you have any questions

Learn More and Apply Here

QIPOC Elections and Corsage Making

submitted by kelleyf@augsburg.edu

Hello QIPOC Family! We are counting down to our Elections and Queer Prom this week! We will hold elections in person on Wednesday, March 25th, in the East Commons from 4-6:30pm. All present members will participate in voting and determining the board for the 2026-2027 year.

We are also hosting our annual Queer Prom THIS Friday (March 27th). It will be from 7-10pm in the East Commons. Please invite your friends, as there will be some amazing drag performers and DJs. The theme is Retrofuturism!

Drag performers: CIA VANITY and Father Les Behaviour
DJs: Jinx and Lap Sin Judgement

If you have any questions about upcoming events, please feel free to reach out to our contacts on Instagram @augsburg.qipoc and email qipoc.org@augsburg.edu

RSVP For Elections and Corsage Making

Kathy McGillivray Shares Her Story of Thriving on Thursday

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

Join us for our next How We Thrive talk of the academic year.

Kathy McGillivray, director of CLASS, Augsburg’s Disability resources office for the past 11 years, earned her B.S. in Pastoral Studies at North central University and her Master’s in Counseling Psychology from the University of St. Thomas. Blind since birth, Kathy has learned that whatever we are looking for in life, we often just need to feel around until we find it.

HOW WE THRIVE: STORIES OF WHAT IT MEANS TO THRIVE – TOGETHER.
Kathy McGillivray
Thursday March , 2026
11:50 a.m. – 12:10 a.m.
Hoversten Chapel

Students: Apply to Be a 2026-27 Christensen Scholar

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

We are now taking applications for the 2026-2027 cohort of Christensen Scholars. Apply at the link below by Friday March 27, 2026.

Christensen Scholars spend a year in community exploring questions of faith, identity, and vocation through a Christian theological lens. Students should be open to engaging seriously and openly with these topics, but it is not a requirement that a student be an active member of a faith community. Applicants need only be open to sharing about and listening to a diverse set of perspectives within the Christian tradition.

BENEFITS:
• Develop a deeper understanding of your own vocation in a caring community.
• Create a deeper sense of belonging among your peers.
• Learn new ways to live out your faith on a daily basis within the community.
• Experience a remote mountain retreat center in the middle of winter.
• Receive a small scholarship and a $500.00 stipend to cover expenses.
• All-expenses-paid winter pilgrimage in mid-January.
• 4 upper division Religion credits (can be used toward your major or minor)

NOTE: RLN 100 is a prerequisite for this year-long course. We will gather every other Thursday evening (6pm-8pm), both Fall and Spring semesters. Additionally, the pilgrimage during the end of your winter break in January 2027 is mandatory. Students admitted are expected to have good attendance and participation in the sessions and on the trip in order to earn course credit.

Christensen Scholars program is co-led by Dr. Jeremy Myers (myers@ausburg.edu) from the Christensen Center for Vocation and Rev. John Schwehn (schwehn@augsburg.edu) from Campus Ministry.

APPLY HERE

Community Defense Training

submitted by rankiniz@augsburg.edu

As a united University community, we continue to seek ways to offer resources that support faculty and staff, both on and off campus. The need to pay attention to what is happening around us remains.

For those who are interested in community defense training, the following options are available:
• States at the Core, who offer multiple online training sessions each month to a nationwide audience.
• Monarca, a local Minnesota organization that offers several in-person training sessions throughout the greater Twin Cities and western WI.

For those who are interested in attending training in community, Human Resources, the Provost’s Office, and the Post 1/20 Task Force have reserved space on campus, and will be streaming a 90-minute live webinar presented by States at the Core on the following dates:

Wednesday, March 25 (OGC/Oren 201) – Tomorrow!
Wednesday, April 1 (OGC/Oren 201)

The webinars are identical; is not necessary to attend all of them.
• The webinar will begin at 6:00 p.m.
• Augsburg will register as an institution, no individual registration is required.
• As this is a nationwide webinar, the audience is not visible.
• Those who are interested in attending the training off-campus should individually register.

As additional training and resources become available for faculty and staff, we will continue to provide those opportunities to all.

More info about States at the Core

Annual Staff Appreciation – Wednesday, April 1

submitted by carrigan@augsburg.edu

Annual Staff Appreciation
Wednesday, April 1st
3:00 – 4:30pm

The Annual Staff Appreciation Awards Ceremony takes place on April 1st at 3pm in Hoversten Chapel. We’ll celebrate all of the staff’s contributions to the Augsburg community with food, fun, and good company! We’ll announce the winners of the Outstanding Staff and Newcomer awards, the winner of the Outstanding Team/Department award, and give away prizes to attendees.

Thank you to all staff for your hard work and accomplishments this year!

Stay tuned to Amail to see who was nominated this year! (Announcement to be made in A-mail on THURSDAY!)

Staff Appreciation Awards Ceremony (Calendar Event)

Old Main Elevator Out of Order

submitted by reeck@augsburg.edu

The elevator in Old Main is currently out of order. If you have a class or other business in Old Main that you cannot access without the use of this elevator, please contact Shelly Major at majors@augsburg.edu for assistance. The University is currently working to repair the elevator as soon as possible. (Please note that the Old Main 100/101 chair lift is functioning properly.)

ACTC BIPOC Faculty and Staff Gathering – TODAY

submitted by reeck@augsburg.edu

Macalester College is hosting an ACTC BIPOC Faculty & Staff Gathering on Tuesday, March 24 at 4:00-6:00 p.m. in the Flemming Room at Kagin Commons on the Macalester campus. Anyone can attend.

For more information contact Ebony Aya, Interim Assistant Director of the Jan Serie Center for Scholarship and Teaching at Macalester College, at eadedayo@macalester.edu.

Event Registration Link

TRIO/SSS Summer Bridge Peer Mentor Positions (3), Summer 2026

submitted by rodrig@augsburg.edu

Summer 2026
There will be 4 days of training (2 days in May & 2 Days in June) and the commitment is 4 weeks June 21 – July 16.
$16.45 per hour

Job Description
As a result of serving as a TRIO/Student Support Services Summer Bridge Peer Mentor,
students will be able to:
● Create & maintain a safe, healthy, & welcoming residential community by
coordinating move-in & move-out, creating & posting door & hall decorations,
enforcing program & University policies & regulations.
● Provide academic support through evening study group activities, course research,
learning assistance, constructive feedback, & guidance.
● Plan & facilitate study-break activities that actively engage participants.
● Foster a positive group environment for first-year students through respectful
communication, a positive attitude, confidence-building, & providing assistance as
needed.
● Collaborate and work effectively as part of a team to support a successful Summer
Bridge experience.

Qualifications
● Minimum GPA of 2.5
● Strong customer service skills
● Effective communication & team-development abilities
● Ability to maintain private & sensitive information
● Ability to work in a fast-paced & unpredictable environment
● Desire to work in a flexible, team-focused atmosphere
● Strong sense of responsibility—and fun!
● Willingness to live in a residence hall during the Summer Bridge program
(June 21–July16; room provided)
● Willingness to complete other duties as assigned

Desired Qualifications
● Completion of Summer Bridge Program
● Previous residence life experience
● Current TRIO/SSS participant
● Involvement and/or leadership in Augsburg co-curricular activities

Application Instructions:
Applicants are encouraged to review the TRIO/SSS Summer Bridge web page to learn more
about the program. All student applicants must attach the following for consideration:
● Resume (required)
● Cover Letter (optional, but strongly encouraged)

Click the link below to apply!

TRIO/SSS Summer Bridge Peer Mentor Position

Mitchell Hamline School of Law Visit

submitted by mendezm@augsburg.edu

Interested in Law School?

Join us for a visit to Mitchell Hamline School of Law and explore what a future in law could look like!

Date: March 26
Time: 9:15 AM – 2 PM
Location: Meet at the Strommen Center (transportation provided)

Learn about:
• Law school experience
• Careers in law
• The trial process
• LSAT & application tips

Transportation + Food provided!

Register on Handshake!

April 25 – Miles that Matter 5k Walk/Run to Support the International Institute of MN

submitted by olsenkat@augsburg.edu

Join the PA Program and support the International Institute of Minnesota Saturday April 25th at 10 am for a 5k walk/run to benefit the institution and our PA program! Every participant gets a t-shirt and the first 70 to sign up get a free water bottle!

The event is at Bde Maka Ska and anyone can join, so invite your friends and family. Registration ends April 3rd.

Learn more and sign up below! Registration is $35, students are $25, and kids 12 and under are free!

Register today!

Beginning of Spring Round Dance – March 28

submitted by waukaug@augsburg.edu

Join Augsburg Indigenous Student Association on Saturday, March 28th from 5pm-9pm in celebrating with our Spring Round Dance! This cultural event brings the Indigenous community together to celebrate the start of Spring through song and dance. There will be a feast, specials, ribbon skirt/ shirt contest, and much more!

AISA Beginning of Spring Round Dance

Win an Amazon Gift Card – 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

Annual Staff Appreciation – Wednesday, April 1

submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu

Annual Staff Appreciation
Wednesday, April 1st
3:00 – 4:30pm

The Annual Staff Appreciation Awards Ceremony takes place on April 1st at 3pm in Hoversten Chapel. We’ll celebrate all of the staff’s contributions to the Augsburg community with food, fun, and good company! We’ll announce the winners of the Outstanding Staff and Newcomer awards, the winner of the outstanding team/department award, and give away prizes to attendees.

Thank you to all staff for your hard work and accomplishments this year!

Stay tuned to Amail to see who was nominated this year!

Mississippi River Field Research Opportunities: TODAY

submitted by underhil@augsburg.edu

Interested in outdoor education, environmental justice, river studies, and political organizing? Today from 12:00 – 1:00 in OGC 100, we will be discussing several upcoming programs on the Mississippi River. ENV 310: Outdoor Leadership, Justice, and Sustainability will be offered in Fall 2026. The class is offered on campus but includes a five-day trip by sailboat down the river from St. Paul to Lake Pepin in late September. Students in that class will learn about leadership, sustainability, and community building around social justice issues. Jason Lukasik and Joe Underhill will also be offering a short-term summer course in outdoor education on the river in June 2027. And we are working on tentative plans for additional programming in Fall 2027 and Summer 2028. Stop by to learn more about opportunities and possibilities for learning on the river.

ACTC BIPOC Faculty and Staff Gathering – Tuesday, March 24

submitted by reeck@augsburg.edu

Macalester College is hosting an ACTC BIPOC Faculty & Staff Gathering on Tuesday, March 24 at 4:00-6:00 p.m. in the Flemming Room at Kagin Commons on the Macalester campus. Anyone can attend.

For more information contact Ebony Aya, Interim Assistant Director of the Jan Serie Center for Scholarship and Teaching at Macalester College, at eadedayo@macalester.edu.

Event Registration Link

Old Main Elevator Out of Order

submitted by reeck@augsburg.edu

The elevator in Old Main is currently out of order. If you have a class or other business in Old Main that you cannot access without the use of this elevator, please contact KC Gubrud at gubrud@augsburg.edu for assistance. The University is currently working to repair the elevator as soon as possible. (Please note that the Old Main 100/101 chair lift is functioning properly.)

Apply to Be a 2026-27 Chrstensen Scholar

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

We are now taking applications for the 2026-2027 cohort of Christensen Scholars. Apply at the link below by Friday March 27, 2026.

Christensen Scholars spend a year in community exploring questions of faith, identity, and vocation through a Christian theological lens. Students should be open to engaging seriously and openly with these topics, but it is not a requirement that a student be an active member of a faith community. Applicants need only be open to sharing about and listening to a diverse set of perspectives within the Christian tradition.

BENEFITS:
• Develop a deeper understanding of your own vocation in a caring community.
• Create a deeper sense of belonging among your peers.
• Learn new ways to live out your faith on a daily basis within the community.
• Experience a remote mountain retreat center in the middle of winter.
• Receive a small scholarship and a $500.00 stipend to cover expenses.
• All-expenses-paid winter pilgrimage in mid-January.
• 4 upper division Religion credits (can be used toward your major or minor)

NOTE: RLN 100 is a prerequisite for this year-long course. We will gather every other Thursday evening (6pm-8pm), both Fall and Spring semesters. Additionally, the pilgrimage during the end of your winter break in January 2027 is mandatory. Students admitted are expected to have good attendance and participation in the sessions and on the trip in order to earn course credit.

Christensen Scholars program is co-led by Dr. Jeremy Myers (myers@ausburg.edu) from the Christensen Center for Vocation and Rev. John Schwehn (schwehn@augsburg.edu) from Campus Ministry.

APPLY HERE

Kathy McGillivray Shares Her Story of Thriving

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

Join us for our next How We Thrive talk of the academic year.

Kathy McGillivray, director of CLASS, Augsburg’s Disability resources office for the past 11 years, earned her B.S. in Pastoral Studies at North central University and her Master’s in Counseling Psychology from the University of St. Thomas. Blind since birth, Kathy has learned that whatever we are looking for in life, we often just need to feel around until we find it.

HOW WE THRIVE: STORIES OF WHAT IT MEANS TO THRIVE – TOGETHER.
Kathy McGillivray
Thursday March , 2026
11:50 a.m. – 12:10 a.m.
Hoversten Chapel

April 25 – Miles That Matter 5k Supporting the International Institute of MN

submitted by olsenkat@augsburg.edu

Join the PA Program and support the International Institute of Minnesota Saturday April 25th at 10 am for a 5k walk/run to benefit the institution and our PA program! Every participant gets a t-shirt and the first 70 to sign up get a free water bottle!

The event is at Bde Maka Ska and anyone can join, so invite your friends and family. Registration ends April 3rd.

Learn more and sign up below! Registration is $35, students are $25, and kids 12 and under are free!

Register Today!

Win an Amazon Gift Card – 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

Seguimos Aquí – Latine Networking Event

submitted by sinchej@augsburg.edu

Hello Everyone! Join Sembrando Nuestro Futuro (SNF) & Augsburg Latin American Students (ALAS) for our annual Latine Networking Event! This year’s theme is ¡Seguimos Aquí! which will be held on Wednesday, March 25th, 2026 from 5:30pm – 7:30pm, in Hagfors Center 150ABC.

This event is open to all college students at Augsburg and the surrounding areas. You will have the opportunity to connect with Latine professionals and community leaders who will come and share their ideas and experiences about their careers. Our key notespeaker this year is none other than Maria Isa Perez Vega of the Minnesota House of Representatives.

Please join us to expand your social network, engage in meaningful conversations, and learn about new opportunities and resources, while enjoying delicious food. We can’t wait to see you there!

RSVP here

Lunch and Learn – Football

submitted by wareki@augsburg.edu

The Augsburg University Football staff would like to invite you to our Lunch & Learn. Come join us as we introduce and teach the game of football to our community in a fun and engaging way.

All are welcome — come learn, connect, and enjoy!

We’ll get started on Wednesday, March 25th, and meet every Monday and Wednesday through April 20th.

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Kennedy 303

Freshmen and Sophomores, Complete Your Gen-Eds in Mexico

submitted by morgans1@augsburg.edu

Calling all Freshmen and Sophomores!!!
Consider spending your fall semester in Mexico and complete some of your general education requirements! This affordable program is a great way to expand your world by immersing yourself in a new culture.

– Apply by April 1st and get a free plane ticket!
– Pay your regular fall tuition – financial aid and scholarships apply!
– Apply on our website – this takes less than 10 minutes!
– Email abroad@augsburg.edu if you have any questions

Learn More and Apply Here

Opportunity for Political Science and History Majors: Study the Northern Ireland Conflict Abroad

submitted by morgans1@augsburg.edu

Augsburg Political Science and History majors can spend the fall semester in Northern Ireland while earning major, minor, and elective credit toward their degree. Coursework completed on the program transfers back as Augsburg credit, including:

– Political Science credit (upper-division)
– History credit (upper-division)
– Social Science or Humanities electives
– Augsburg Experience Requirement

This makes it possible to stay on track for graduation while completing core and elective requirements in an international setting!

Learn More and Apply Here!

Student Poetry Prize – Four Days Left to Submit

submitted by starckl@augsburg.edu

Submit to Augsburg’s John R. Mitchell / Academy of American Poets Prize
Deadline for Submission: 22 March 2026

This competition, endowed by Jean Mitchell in honor of the late John Mitchell, former English Department faculty member and poet, is for the best group of three poems composed by a current Augsburg undergraduate or graduate student. The award includes a $100 prize ($50 each, if split between two winners), a certificate from the Academy of American Poets, a one-year membership to the Academy of American Poets, and publication on poets.org.

CONDITIONS OF ENTRY
• A set of three well-proofread poems must be sent from your Augsburg email address as an attachment to starckl@augsburg.edu by 22 March 2026.
• Writers should put Mitchell Prize in the subject line.
• The email must contain the titles of the poems, and the poet’s full name, pronouns, status (undergrad or grad), phone number, and mailing/permanent address.
• Winners will be announced by Augsburg University in early April.
• In the summer, the Academy will send a letter of congratulations and a certificate to each winner or honorable mention recipient. If two winners are chosen, the prize money will be divided between them.

We’re excited to read your work!

ACTC BIPOC Faculty and Staff Gathering – Tuesday, March 24

 

Macalester College is hosting an ACTC BIPOC Faculty & Staff Gathering on Tuesday, March 24 at 4:00-6:00 p.m. in the Flemming Room at Kagin Commons on the Macalester campus. Anyone can attend.

For more information contact Ebony Aya, Interim Assistant Director of the Jan Serie Center for Scholarship and Teaching at Macalester College, at eadedayo@macalester.edu.

Event Registration Link

Win an Amazon Gift Card – 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