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Apply for a Fulbright to Teach, Study, or Research Abroad

submitted by devries@augsburg.edu

A Fulbright Award gives you the opportunity to teach, research, or study abroad for an academic year after graduation. The process of applying is invaluable and winning the award is a life-changing experience.

To be eligible and competitive you need to:
– Be a U.S. citizen or national
– Have a 3.0 or higher GPA for serving as an English Teaching Assistant
– Have a 3.5 or higher to conduct research or attend graduate school abroad
– Be an active member in the Augsburg community or your home community
– Have effective skills to adapt to another culture and serve as a cultural ambassador of the U.S. to your host country

If you are a junior, senior, or recent graduate, you would start working on your application this summer in preparation for an early fall 2026 submission. Selections are made in Spring 2027 for placement in Fall 2027.

If you would like to learn more about the Fulbright program, please schedule an appointment with Prof. Jacqui deVries, Augsburg’s Fulbright Program Advisor, by emailing her: devries@ausgburg.edu.

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Scholarship Opportunity to Study Abroad in Norway This Fall

submitted by hainn@augsburg.edu

Study Abroad in Norway this Fall and Apply for the Airfare and Housing scholarship!

Submit your application by April 15th to be considered. This is not a competitive scholarship and all eligible students will be awarded a plane ticket to Norway! Every Auggie should consider studying abroad, and we encourage you to consider this affordable option:

Dive into both contemporary and historic topics; studying justice, sustainability, connections to nature, and the welfare state while living in Fredrikstad and traveling the region.

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 15th 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

Spend a Semester Abroad Studying the Northern Ireland Conflict

submitted by hainn@augsburg.edu

Augsburg students can spend the fall semester in Northern Ireland while earning major, minor, and elective credit toward their degree. While especially relevant for Political Science and History students, this program is also a great fit for those studying communication, religion, philosophy, sociology, English, business, STEM fields, and more.

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)

We encourage students from any major to apply as long as they understand how the credits will apply to their degree. 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

General Announcements

The 2026 Summer Residence Life Team Application Closes TODAY

submitted by smithss8@augsburg.edu

Summer Community Advisors provide resources and support, help ensure the safety and security of on-campus communities, and deliver exceptional service to community members and guests. They assist with summer conferences and guest experiences and provide project-based support for Augsburg Residence Life.

If you’re interested in joining the Summer Residence Life team, you can apply until applications close on Thursday, April 9, 2026(TODAY).

If you have any questions, please contact Assistant Director for Residence Life Lisa Eizenga at eizenga@augsburg.edu

Summer CA Application

Opt-in Campus Elevator Update Listserv

submitted by reeck@augsburg.edu

Augsburg University has an opt-in listserv that provides timely notifications regarding elevator outages across campus, including updates when normal service has been restored. These notifications are intended to assist the university community in planning accordingly, minimizing disruptions to their daily activities, and navigating campus more effectively. To opt into this listserv, please register below.

Campus Elevator Update Listserv Registration

Sound Healing April 13 with Dinner Provided

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

Join us to de-stress with the help of specially crafted sounds and rhythms designed to relax and center your mind and body. Enjoy the free food, free drinks, and free relaxing time. Please save the dates and sign up here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevwPPKmCqMMGbsj3QTOMOdwc3wCd1wTiK0P0mKHFLoWLCXvQ/viewform?usp=pp_url

When: Monday, April 13th
Time: 6pm-8pm
Location: Foss, Chapel

**Limited spot – first 25 people only**

PAMAL Costa Rica July 2026: Two Weeks Left to Register

submitted by rohlfsen@augsburg.edu

This year’s PAMAL program and course to Costa Rica is just around the corner, and our CGEE registration deadline is quickly approaching. If you’re interested in leadership, healthcare, and universal responsibility, click the link below to get more information and apply (course is PA710 and is cross-listed as ML 577).

Applications are due WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22.

Program Dates: July 8-17, 2026

Want to travel with a partner or a plus one? Now you can! We’ve opened up the program to non-students, as well. They don’t need to participate in the course or pay tuition. They will pay the program fee which has all on the ground costs included.

For more information visit our registration page (link below) or email Nichole Rohlfsen, CGEE Program Manager, at rohlfsen@augsburg.edu.

CGEE Registration Page: PAMAL to Costa Rica, July 2026

New Staff Positions This Week (3)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

04/01/2026: Casual Part-Time Public Safety Officer
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000118190587-casual-part-time-public-safety-officer
04/01/2026: Assistant Director, Campus Life
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000118190217-assistant-director-campus-life
04/01/2026: Director of Alumni Relations & Annual Giving
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000118186257-director-of-alumni-relations-annual-giving-

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Staff: Volunteer at Commencement 2026

submitted by obeys@augsburg.edu

Staff volunteers are needed to help make the commencement ceremony on May 7 a meaningful and successful experience for our graduates and their families.
Volunteer Roles Include:
– Accessible Seating Ushers, Greeters, and Wayfinding: Manage the accessible seating table and seating areas; assist guests with finding a seating location and/or other facilities; hand out programs; provide assistance for wayfinding and/or other needs. (Training at 4:00, Shift 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.)
– Graduate Ushers/Tunnel Managers: Staff will help students find their way to the lineup tunnel and manage the line lengths to help with a seamless procession.(Training at 4:00, Shift 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.)
– Guest Ushers, Greeters, and Wayfinding: Greet family members, and guests; assist families with finding a seating location and/or other facilities; hand out programs; provide assistance for wayfinding and/or other needs.(Training at 4:00, Shift 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.)
– Namecard Tables: Staff the graduate namecard check-in tables; help students who don’t have a namecard; provide assistance for wayfinding and/or answering other questions.(Training at 4:00, Shift 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.)
– Ticket Resolution: Staff will help with resolving ticket issues for guests (Training at 4:00, Shift 4:00 – 7:30 p.m.)
Please fill out the staff volunteer form below by April 23 to let us know of your interest. You will receive a follow-up email to confirm your volunteer assignment and provide additional details.

Sign up to Volunteer at Commencement Today!

Faculty: Cheer on Students at Commencement 2026

submitted by obeys@augsburg.edu

All faculty are strongly encouraged to participate in the clapping tunnel in full regalia at Commencement on May 7. You will NOT need to reserve a ticket for the ceremony; however, you will need a faculty pass to enter U.S. Bank Stadium. Please complete the faculty sign-up form below by April 23 to let us know you plan to attend so that your credentials will be available when you arrive.

Sign up to join us at Commencement today!

Seeking Asian-American College Students to Participate in a Survey About the Model Minority Myth

submitted by yangss7@augsburg.edu

Hello, my name is ShaShee Yang, and I am a Clinical Psychology Doctoral Student at Augsburg University. I am conducting a research study about the internalization of Model Minority Myth stereotypes and their impacts on depressive and anxiety symptoms in Asian-American college students. I would love for you to be a part of the study! The study will consist of a brief demographic survey and three standardized questionnaires asking questions about internalization of the Model Minority Myth, current depressive symptoms, and current anxiety symptoms. The entire survey should take approximately 20 to 40 minutes to complete. To thank you for your participation, upon completing the surveys, you will have the option to enter your information in a raffle for one of two $25 Caribou Coffee gift cards. If you are interested in participating, please contact me at the email address listed below. I appreciate you taking the time to consider being a part of my project. If you have any questions, please contact me at yangss7@augsburg.edu.

Survey Link Here

Event Announcements

Fiction Workshop + Publication Talk April 17

submitted by murdockf@augsburg.edu

Join us in Hagfors 150A at 3pm on Friday, 4/17 for some creative writing activities as well as a discussion on process and publishing fiction, led by Lindsay Starck, Director of Augsburg’s MFA Program. Participants will also have the opportunity to submit their work to be featured in the 51st issue of Thó Wiŋ Magazine, Augsburg’s official literary arts publication.
Snacks and drinks will be provided!

RSVP:

https://augsburg.campuslabs.com/engage/event/12406490

Please Join Us: Art Education Celebration

submitted by alekna@augsburg.edu

Please join the Augsburg University Education Department as we celebrate two of our student artists. Bella Olson and David Mejia spent last summer and fall designing two large wall paintings that now hang in our office hallway. The students created the art in memorial of  our dear colleague, Dr. Jennie Diaz, who sadly passed away in spring 2024. The students used Dr. Diaz’s values as inspiration for the pieces. You can read more about the inspiration and intent for this art installation at the link below.

When? Monday April 27th, 5–6pm
Where? Sverdrup Education Suite 
What? Light refreshments will be served. The students will share a few words about their process and we will all gather to remember Dr. Diaz, and to celebrate these beautiful works of art. 
Who? Anyone and everyone who wants to celebrate these amazing artists and their beautiful art. 
Questions? alekna@augsburg.edu

More Information Here

QIPOC: Northern Clay Center Workshop

submitted by kelleyf@augsburg.edu

Hi QIPOC family! We hope you can join us in community and creativity on Wednesday, April 15th, from 3:30pm-5:30pm in the Oyaté Commons (located on the ground floor of Christensen). We are hosting the Northern Clay Center again to teach us how to work with and throw clay on a pottery wheel. NCC is a local non-profit art organization located over the highway on Franklin Ave. They will provide all the materials and equipment needed to work with the clay.

There is a limited number of spots available. Please RSVP below to secure your spot.

NCC RSVP Form

Chris Dixon Shares His Story of Thriving

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

Chris Dixon is Augsburg University’s men’s and women’s track and field head coach as well as the Assistant Athletic Director and Director of Athletic Diversity and Inclusion. Chris has also been a DI college athlete, an entrepreneur, a health and fitness education and wellness consultant, and a dad. Come and hear what Chris has to share about how he thrives in our world.

HOW WE THRIVE: STORIES OF WHAT IT MEANS TO THRIVE – TOGETHER.
Chris Dixon
Wednesday April 22, 2026
12:00 p.m. – 12:20 p.m.
Hoversten Chapel

Faculty & Staff: Maker Space Visit in Hagfors Tomorrow

submitted by riveross@augsburg.edu

Join us in the Makerspace (HC111) on Friday April 10, from 3:30-5:00 PM for a relaxed, hands-on event where faculty and staff can explore sewing projects and 3D printing in a creative, welcoming space. Whether you want to mend, make, prototype, or simply try something new, this is a chance to have fun making something while connecting with colleagues across campus.

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