Augsburg University News and Announcements
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Join Campus Ministry for food, live music, games, free t-shirts, and fun!
7–8:30 P.M. | Wed. September 2 | Outside Foss Center
(Rain Location: Foss Center Atrium)
All Are Welcome.
This is an alcohol- and substance-free event.
submitted by gubrud@augsburg.edu
Opening Convocation – the official kick-off event for the 2026-27 academic year – is scheduled for Tuesday, September 1 with the line-up beginning at 10:20am on the Edor Nelson Field (a.k.a. the athletic field). Please plan to wear Auggie gear or, if you’re a faculty member, you can wear your regalia. As is Auggie tradition, all faculty and staff are invited to join in the traditional clapping tunnel as the students process out of the opening convocation.
submitted by severso5@augsburg.edu
An All Recovery meeting is a peer-led mutual support meeting open to anyone in or seeking recovery. Recovery is understood broadly — including substance use, but also mental health, disordered eating, gambling, compulsive behaviors, spending, trauma, and other experiences people are actively working to heal from. This meeting is not affiliated with any single program or philosophy.
We meet every Sunday at 7:30-8:30 PM in Old Main 100
Registration not required
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Welcome Back, Auggies!
Whether you’re a returning Auggie or joining the Augsburg family for the very first time, welcome to Fall semester! The Augsburg University Campus Store is your one-stop spot for spirit wear, campus essentials, and textbooks — all just steps from class.
Visit Us
Augsburg University Campus Store— 610 22nd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55454
Standard Store Hours
Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00PM | Saturday & Sunday: Closed
Everything you need this semester:
● Auggies apparel & spirit gear
● Dorm and campus life essentials
● Textbooks & course materials, available through our partner eCampus
Need textbooks? Order, rent, or reserve your course materials for pickup or delivery through our partner eCampus at augsburg.ecampus.com.
Shop the Augsburg Campus Store at https://augsburg.getugear.com/
Get 10% Off Your Next Order:
Subscribe to the Augsburg Campus Store newsletter for early access to new arrivals, sales, and exclusive Auggie deals. Subscribe& Save 10% at https://augsburg.getugear.com/stay-connected.
Here’s to a great semester. Go Auggies!
submitted by munawara@augsburg.edu
Federal policies may change, but Augsburg’s mission has not. We remain an engaged community committed to “intentional diversity in its life and work” and to educating students to become informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders.
Living out that mission requires more than good intentions. It asks each of us to continue learning, reflect on how our experiences shape our interactions, and develop the skills to create a community in which students and colleagues of all identities can thrive.
The Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program offers faculty and staff a meaningful way to strengthen those skills. Through seven workshops, participants develop greater capacity to:
Communicate and navigate conflict across cultural differences
Recognize and interrupt unconscious bias
Create more welcoming and inclusive spaces
Better support LGBTQIA+ communities
Understand disability as an important dimension of diversity
Recognize and respond to microinequities
Engage thoughtfully and effectively across differences
Whether you are beginning the program or have only a few workshops remaining, you are encouraged to take the next step toward completing your certificate.
To view upcoming workshops and register for a session, click:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/events-calendar/
To learn more about the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program, workshop descriptions, and completion requirements, click:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/certificate-program/
Participation may no longer be required per federal policy, but the work remains central to who we are. Every employee contributes to the culture our students and colleagues experience. Completing the certificate is one tangible way to deepen that contribution and help bring Augsburg’s mission to life.
submitted by collierh@augsburg.edu
Join the Augsburg Women’s Lacrosse Team!
We’re looking for new teammates to join the Augsburg Women’s Lacrosse family! Whether you’ve been playing lacrosse for years or are interested in learning one of the NCAA’s fastest-growing women’s sports we’d love to hear from you. Previous lacrosse experience is always a plus, but it’s not required.
We’re looking for student-athletes who are great teammates, bring a positive attitude, are willing to work hard, compete every day, and are committed to getting better. If you’re ready to challenge yourself, grow as both a player and a person, and be part of a supportive team culture, there’s a place for you here.
If you’re interested, contact Coach C (collierh@augsburg.edu)
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The Campus Store will be operating under updated hours for the upcoming weeks:
August 24 – August 29: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
August 30: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Starting August 31 (Regular Hours): 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday – Friday
Weekends: Closed
Labor Day (Monday, September 7): Closed
submitted by fillbran@augsburg.edu
This week faculty and staff should have gotten an email in their Augsburg inboxes with the subject line “Hennepin County Digital Library Card”. Lindell Library is very excited to partner with Hennepin County to expand access to electronic resources for research as well as personal development! If you did not receive an email, please follow the instruction in our FAQ (https://augsburg.libanswers.com/faq/441897) to get signed up so you have access to resources like Birds of the World, Libby (Overdrive), Consumer Reports, National Geographic, World Book Online, and many more!
Want to share the wealth of knowledge? Encourage students to sign up for a digital library card too – students will not be automatically enrolled for a card, so the more faculty and staff can help get the word out, the better.
If you have any questions about Augsburg’s partnership with Hennepin County, the resources available, and/or how you might use them, please do not hesitate to reach out. Your friendly librarians are ready and willing to help!
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The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
08/26/2026: Assistant Director of Athletics for Administration and Operations
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000145746110-assistant-director-of-athletics-for-administration-and-operations
08/21/2026: Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000144844647-assistant-women-s-basketball-coach
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
08/25/2026: Student: Central Services Customer Service Assistant, 2026-27
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000145573354-student-central-services-customer-service-assistant-2026-27
08/25/2026: Student: SoNS Chemistry Supplemental Instructor 2026-27
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000145536702-student-sons-chemistry-supplemental-instructor-2026-27
08/24/2026: Student: Digitization, Archives & Technical Services Library Assistant 2026-27
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000145282560-student-digitization-archives-technical-services-library-assistant-2026-27
submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu
As we head into the fall semester, faculty and staff will start hearing more about the upcoming transition to Workday. Workday is a cloud-based information system that will replace Unit4/Agresso, starting with the HR and Finance modules in late December and early January. Our HR, Finance, and IT colleagues have been working hard all summer to prepare for this transition.
HOW WILL I KNOW WHAT TO EXPECT?
Throughout the fall, faculty and staff can expect to learn more about the project through communication in A-mail, digital screens, the IT blog, surveys, and the December Focused Conversation.
HOW WILL I LEARN TO USE WORKDAY?
Training will be offered in multiple modes starting later this fall: Workday “road shows,” PDF job aids, videos, FAQs, and targeted training sessions for specific groups (e.g., managers). Our goal is to provide this training just in time when it is most useful.
WILL THERE BE HELP AVAILABLE DURING AND AFTER THE TRANSITION?
Yes! Project staff will offer Workday office hours, more “road shows,” and a dedicated support email address. We are also identifying key individuals within divisions who will serve as a point of contact, answer basic questions, and connect colleagues to support resources.
submitted by munawara@augsburg.edu
Federal policies may change, but Augsburg’s mission has not. We remain an engaged community committed to “intentional diversity in its life and work” and to educating students to become informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders.
Living out that mission requires more than good intentions. It asks each of us to continue learning, reflect on how our experiences shape our interactions, and develop the skills to create a community in which students and colleagues of all identities can thrive.
The Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program offers faculty and staff a meaningful way to strengthen those skills. Through seven workshops, participants develop greater capacity to:
Communicate and navigate conflict across cultural differences
Recognize and interrupt unconscious bias
Create more welcoming and inclusive spaces
Better support LGBTQIA+ communities
Understand disability as an important dimension of diversity
Recognize and respond to microinequities
Engage thoughtfully and effectively across differences
Whether you are beginning the program or have only a few workshops remaining, you are encouraged to take the next step toward completing your certificate.
To view upcoming workshops and register for a session, click:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/events-calendar/
To learn more about the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program, workshop descriptions, and completion requirements, click:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/certificate-program/
Participation may no longer be required per federal policy, but the work remains central to who we are. Every employee contributes to the culture our students and colleagues experience. Completing the certificate is one tangible way to deepen that contribution and help bring Augsburg’s mission to life.
submitted by rodrig@augsburg.edu
All Augsburg TRIO/SSS participants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents or refugees pursuing their first bachelor’s degree. Participants must be incoming or currently enrolled undergraduate Augsburg students. All program participants must demonstrate academic need for program services and meet one or more of the following criteria:
• Low-income student: a student whose family meets federal income eligibility guidelines, as verified by Augsburg.
• First-generation college student: a student where neither custodial parent/guardian has graduated from a four-year institution at the time of the student’s enrollment in the TRIO/SSS program.
• College student with documented disability, as verified by the CLASS/Disability Services office.
Students must also have a commitment to their college success. Applications will be available until Friday, August 28, or until the program is full. Space is limited.
Priority will be given to first year students and transfer students.
Questions?
Email triosss@augsburg.edu or stop by our office in LIN 201.
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The Campus Store will be operating under updated hours for the upcoming weeks:
August 24 – August 29: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
August 30: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Starting August 31 (Regular Hours): 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday – Friday
Weekends: Closed
Labor Day (Monday, September 7): Closed
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
08/24/2026: Limited Term Evening Public Safety Officer
– undefined
08/21/2026: Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000144844647-assistant-women-s-basketball-coach
08/19/2026: Accountant
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000144354604-accountant-
08/19/2026: Programmer Analyst – Workday
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/865da254-8bfd-49da-a8ca-e0235c193be5-programmer-analyst-workday-
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
08/25/2026: Student: Central Services Customer Service Assistant, 2026-27
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000145573354-student-central-services-customer-service-assistant-2026-27
08/25/2026: Student: SoNS Chemistry Supplemental Instructor 2026-27
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000145536702-student-sons-chemistry-supplemental-instructor-2026-27
08/24/2026: Student: Digitization, Archives & Technical Services Library Assistant 2026-27
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000145282560-student-digitization-archives-technical-services-library-assistant-2026-27
submitted by bergmanr@augsburg.edu
MUS 271: Introduction to Music Therapy, 2 credits
Fall 2026, Thursdays, 12:20-1:50pm
Instructor: Jessica De Villers, MA, MT-BC (devillers@augsburg.edu)
MUS 271 provides an overview of the profession of music therapy. The course will include a review of theoretical foundations regarding music and human behavior, the functions of music in society, and the development of music therapy as a profession. Introduction to the structures and processes of music therapy sessions along with demonstration of basic music skills needed as a professional will also be covered.
This course would be an excellent elective for students planning to work in fields related to education, social sciences, and health care.
submitted by bergmanr@augsburg.edu
Interested in learning guitar? Want to round out your schedule with a fun, 1-credit class?Then MUS158 Class Guitar I may be for you. This course covers essential skills including:
* Basic chords and strumming patterns
* Fundamental techniques
* Playing a variety of musical styles
* Making music in a supportive group setting
If you’ve ever wanted to play guitar, this is the perfect opportunity! Register today or reach out to Mike Krajewski (krajewsm@augsburg.edu) with any questions.
submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu
Many Augsburg staff are hard at work with the Avaap consultants to get Workday ready for us to use. My July IT Blog post gives you a short update on what is going on right now.
https://sites.augsburg.edu/it/2026/07/29/workday-mid-summer-update/
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
07/29/2026: Gift and Data Integrity Senior Specialist
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000140511779-gift-and-data-integrity-senior-specialist
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
07/28/2026: Student: PsyD Teaching Assistant 2026-27
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/92713edb-a5ab-4759-bf0e-f96386c1051b-student-psyd-teaching-assistant-2026-27
07/27/2026: Student: CLASS/Groves Access Assistant 2026-27
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000140078921-student-class-groves-access-assistant-2026-27
submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu
The water will be shutdown in the Oren Gateway building this Wednesday, August 5th for needed plumbing repairs. The water will be shut down around 8am and may be off up to 8 hours. Contact Facilities Management with any questions.
submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu
Over the weekend a few employment scam emails were sent to Augsburg folks – “Employment: ON-CAMPUS | CPT | OPT” and “Working with Us – Augsburg University.” Thank you to the many people who notified us about the scam — good scam-sense! You can mark the message as phishing or spam if you received it.
Here’s some red flags I saw in the scam email
– It is from a random Gmail.com email address.
– It directs you to an odd form and not our employment site.
– It references a non-existent Nampa Campus.
For more scam tips, see this IT Blog post on scams and phishing. https://sites.augsburg.edu/it/2026/01/08/happy-2026-a-look-back-at-phishing-and-scams-in-2025/
submitted by wareki@augsburg.edu
Kick off the 2026 football season with the Augsburg Football family!
Join us on Monday, August 10, 2026, at 5:00 PM in Foss Hall for an evening of tailgate-themed fun while supporting Augsburg Football.
️ Tickets: $30
Your evening includes:
Meet the 2026 Augsburg Football Team
Connect with alumni, parents, families, and fans
Silent Auction
Raffles
Auggie Football Trivia
Cash Bar (Beer & Wine)
This event is a great opportunity to celebrate the upcoming season while helping provide our student-athletes with pregame meals and our fueling station throughout the year.
Reserve your tickets today:
https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=826b756e-e843-41fd-b485-258f720c4b03&envId=p-QWbpCHti9EWDeCMOFFaH_Q&zone=usa
Can’t attend? Please consider making a donation through the registration link. Every contribution directly supports the experience and success of our student-athletes.
We look forward to seeing you as we celebrate another exciting season of Augsburg Football!
ATTACK SUCCESS!
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The Center for Teaching and Learning is pleased to announce that our 2026 Back-to-School Workshops will take place Wednesday, August 26 and Thursday, August 27, 9 am to 4 pm. Wednesday morning will start with all-school welcome & kickoff meetings.
We also invite proposals for professional development sessions from all interested staff and faculty. August workshop sessions typically focus on areas of teaching and learning, including but not limited to: course design and planning, community building, instructional pedagogies, assessment practices, technology enhanced learning practices, student mentoring, and/ or other topics relevant to beginning of the academic year.
Sessions may be 60 minutes or 90 minutes.
All workshops will take place in smart classrooms unless otherwise requested below.
For full consideration, please submit proposals no later than Friday, July 31, 2025, 5 pm. Presenters will be notified by August 7th.
We hope you will consider sharing your best practices with our Augsburg teaching community.
If you have any questions about this form or the CTL Back-to-School Workshops, please contact the CTL Director, Rachel Lloyd at lloydr@augsburg.edu.
submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu
Annual Fire Alarm System testing continues. The following is the schedule for the rest of this week and next weeks schedule:
7/31/26—Foss, Memorial Hall and Music
8/3/26–Christenson Center, SiMelby/Kennedy and Science/Sverdrup
8/4/26–Hagfors, Ice Arena and Old Main
8/5/26–Lindell Library
If you have any questions feel free to email Jim Orchard (orchard@augsburg.edu)
submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu
Please join us in the Quad, on Tues. Aug. 25, 3:30 – 5:00 p.m., for a staff and faculty ice cream social. Come, make a sundae with your favorite toppings and join your colleagues from across campus as we kick off the start of the 2026-27 academic year.
submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu
Many Augsburg staff are hard at work with the Avaap consultants to get Workday ready for us to use. My July IT Blog post gives you a short update on what is going on right now.
https://sites.augsburg.edu/it/2026/07/29/workday-mid-summer-update/
submitted by philldal@augsburg.edu
Please join us for the URGO Summer Research Presentations on July 30 and 31 from 9:00am – 3:30pm in Kennedy 303. Students have been conducting research on campus for the past 11 weeks under the mentorship of a faculty member in their field. The program includes students from a wide range of disciplines and highlights diverse research methods and topics. This event is open to the public, and we encourage staff and faculty to come support these student researchers!
Visit the link below for the full schedule of presentations and for the Zoom link to attend virtually.
submitted by bergmanr@augsburg.edu
Interested in learning guitar? Want to round out your schedule with a fun, 1-credit class?Then MUS158 Class Guitar I may be for you. This course covers essential skills including:
* Basic chords and strumming patterns
* Fundamental techniques
* Playing a variety of musical styles
* Making music in a supportive group setting
If you’ve ever wanted to play guitar, this is the perfect opportunity! Register today or reach out to Mike Krajewski (krajewsm@augsburg.edu) with any questions.
submitted by bergmanr@augsburg.edu
MUS 271: Introduction to Music Therapy, 2 credits
Fall 2026, Thursdays, 12:20-1:50pm
Instructor: Jessica De Villers, MA, MT-BC (devillers@augsburg.edu)
MUS 271 provides an overview of the profession of music therapy. The course will include a review of theoretical foundations regarding music and human behavior, the functions of music in society, and the development of music therapy as a profession. Introduction to the structures and processes of music therapy sessions along with demonstration of basic music skills needed as a professional will also be covered.
This course would be an excellent elective for students planning to work in fields related to education, social sciences, and health care.
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
07/29/2026: Gift and Data Integrity Senior Specialist
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000140511779-gift-and-data-integrity-senior-specialist
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
07/28/2026: Student: PsyD Teaching Assistant 2026-27
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000140321579-student-psyd-teaching-assistant-2026-27
07/27/2026: Student: CLASS/Groves Access Assistant 2026-27
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000140078921-student-class-groves-access-assistant-2026-27
07/23/2026: Student: Athletics Men’s Equipment Cage Assistant 2026-27
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000139357914-student-athletics-men-s-equipment-cage-assistant-2026-27
07/23/2026: Student: Public Safety Dispatcher, Academic Year 2026-27
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000139348618-student-public-safety-dispatcher-academic-year-2026-27
submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu
The Center for Teaching and Learning is pleased to announce that our 2026 Back-to-School Workshops will take place Wednesday, August 26 and Thursday, August 27, 9 am to 4 pm. Wednesday morning will start with all-school welcome & kickoff meetings.
We also invite proposals for professional development sessions from all interested staff and faculty. August workshop sessions typically focus on areas of teaching and learning, including but not limited to: course design and planning, community building, instructional pedagogies, assessment practices, technology enhanced learning practices, student mentoring, and/ or other topics relevant to beginning of the academic year.
Sessions may be 60 minutes or 90 minutes.
All workshops will take place in smart classrooms unless otherwise requested below.
For full consideration, please submit proposals no later than Friday, July 31, 2025, 5 pm. Presenters will be notified by August 7th.
We hope you will consider sharing your best practices with our Augsburg teaching community.
If you have any questions about this form or the CTL Back-to-School Workshops, please contact the CTL Director, Rachel Lloyd at lloydr@augsburg.edu.
submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu
Please join us in the Quad, on Tues. Aug. 25, 3:30 – 5:00 p.m., for a staff and faculty ice cream social. Come, make a sundae with your favorite toppings and join your colleagues from across campus as we kick off the start of the 2026-27 academic year.
submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu
Many staff are hard at work with the Avaap consultants to get Workday ready for us to use. My July IT Blog post gives you a short update on what is going on right now.
https://sites.augsburg.edu/it/2026/07/29/workday-mid-summer-update/
submitted by bergmanr@augsburg.edu
Interested in learning guitar? Want to round out your schedule with a fun, 1-credit class?Then MUS158 Class Guitar I may be for you. This course covers essential skills including:
* Basic chords and strumming patterns
* Fundamental techniques
* Playing a variety of musical styles
* Making music in a supportive group setting
If you’ve ever wanted to play guitar, this is the perfect opportunity! Register today or reach out to Mike Krajewski (krajewsm@augsburg.edu) with any questions.
submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu
Annual Fire Alarm System testing continues. The following is the schedule for the rest of this week:
7/30/26—Luther Hall and Oren Gateway
7/31/26—Foss, Memorial Hall and Music
If you have any questions feel free to email Jim Orchard (orchard@augsburg.edu)
submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu
Stop by the African Development Center (1931 S. 5th St) this Friday from 10:30 am – 4:30 pm to celebrate Minnesota’s vibrant community of Black-owned businesses. The Black Business Week Festival, hosted in ADC’s parking lot, will include food, local vendors, business resources, and a variety of activities.
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
07/28/2026: Student: PsyD Teaching Assistant 2026-27
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000140321579-student-psyd-teaching-assistant-2026-27
07/27/2026: Student: CLASS/Groves Access Assistant 2026-27
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000140078921-student-class-groves-access-assistant-2026-27
07/23/2026: Student: Athletics Men’s Equipment Cage Assistant 2026-27
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000139357914-student-athletics-men-s-equipment-cage-assistant-2026-27
07/23/2026: Student: Public Safety Dispatcher, Academic Year 2026-27
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000139348618-student-public-safety-dispatcher-academic-year-2026-27
submitted by philldal@augsburg.edu
Please join us for the URGO Summer Research Presentations on July 30 and 31 from 9:00am – 3:30pm in Kennedy 303. Students have been conducting research on campus for the past 11 weeks under the mentorship of a faculty member in their field. The program includes students from a wide range of disciplines and highlights diverse research methods and topics. This event is open to the public, and we encourage staff and faculty to come support these student researchers!
Visit the link below for the full schedule of presentations and for the Zoom link to attend virtually.
submitted by bergmanr@augsburg.edu
Interested in learning guitar? Want to round out your schedule with a fun, 1-credit class?Then MUS158 Class Guitar I may be for you. This course covers essential skills including:
* Basic chords and strumming patterns
* Fundamental techniques
* Playing a variety of musical styles
* Making music in a supportive group setting
If you’ve ever wanted to play guitar, this is the perfect opportunity! Register today or reach out to Mike Krajewski (krajewsm@augsburg.edu) with any questions.
submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu
The annual testing of building fire systems will begin next week on Monday. The tentative schedule for the week of July 27th is as follows:
7/27/26—Mortensen and Urness
7/28/26—Mortensen and Urness
7/29/26—Mortensen, Urness and Anderson Hall
7/30/26—Luther Hall and Oren Gateway
7/31/26—Foss, Memorial Hall and Music
If you have any questions feel free to email Jim Orchard (orchard@augsburg.edu)
submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu
The Center for Teaching and Learning is pleased to announce that our 2026 Back-to-School Workshops will take place Wednesday, August 26 and Thursday, August 27, 9 am to 4 pm. Wednesday morning will start with all-school welcome & kickoff meetings.
We also invite proposals for professional development sessions from all interested staff and faculty. August workshop sessions typically focus on areas of teaching and learning, including but not limited to: course design and planning, community building, instructional pedagogies, assessment practices, technology enhanced learning practices, student mentoring, and/ or other topics relevant to beginning of the academic year.
Sessions may be 60 minutes or 90 minutes.
All workshops will take place in smart classrooms unless otherwise requested below.
For full consideration, please submit proposals no later than Friday, July 31, 2025, 5 pm. Presenters will be notified by August 7th.
We hope you will consider sharing your best practices with our Augsburg teaching community.
If you have any questions about this form or the CTL Back-to-School Workshops, please contact the CTL Director, Rachel Lloyd at lloydr@augsburg.edu.
submitted by cjohnson@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Faculty and Staff are encouraged to consider joining a truly spectacular event — Augsburg’s Promising Futures: A Celebration Gala!
We are pleased to share a discounted rate on tickets for Augsburg faculty and staff.
Faculty & staff tickets: $125
To register: https://augsburg.edu/galatickets
Use promo code: FACSTAFF
Discounted pricing is limited to two tickets per person.
Please note that this is not a retirement event. There will be opportunities to celebrate with Paul Pribbenow throughout the year, including a service of sending and reception in spring 2027.
Learn more about Promising Futures: A Celebration Gala
submitted by ayalam@augsburg.edu
We’re looking for students who are interested in sharing their Augsburg experience with incoming students through a short video. Whether it’s advice for first-year students, a favorite memory, or a moment that helped you grow, your story can make a real difference.
By participating, you’ll help welcome the next class of Auggies and give them an authentic look at what it’s like to be part of the Augsburg community. We’d love to have your voice included in this project!
If you’re interested, please reach out to ayalam@augsburg.edu. Thank you for helping us create a welcoming experience for our newest students!
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
07/21/2026: Gift and Data Integrity Senior Specialist
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000138932267-gift-and-data-integrity-senior-specialist
07/20/2026: Programmer Analyst – Workday
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/bff2145e-2447-4027-8043-8f6794dbda18-programmer-analyst-workday-
07/16/2026: Senior Director of Planned Giving, Institutional Advancement
– undefined
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
07/20/2026: Student: CLASS/Groves Access Assistant 2026-27
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000138719439-student-class-groves-access-assistant-2026-27
07/20/2026: Student: University Events Set-Up Assistant 2026-27
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000138715139-student-university-events-set-up-assistant-2026-27
07/20/2026: Student: University Events Front Desk Assistant 2026-27
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000138713841-student-university-events-front-desk-assistant-2026-27
submitted by cjohnson@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Faculty and Staff are encouraged to consider joining a truly spectacular event — Augsburg’s Promising Futures: A Celebration Gala!
We are pleased to share a discounted rate on tickets for Augsburg faculty and staff.
Faculty & staff tickets: $125
Use promo code: FACSTAFF
Enter the promo code when registering at augsburg.edu/galatickets.
Discounted pricing is limited to two tickets per person.
Please note that this is not a retirement event. There will be opportunities to celebrate with Paul throughout the year, including a service of sending and reception in spring 2027.
To learn more about the gala, visit https://www.augsburg.edu/promisingfutures/gala/
submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu
The garage doors at Oren gateway will be undergoing needed maintenance starting at 9am. There may be times when the doors may not open while service is taking place. Please plan accordingly during the service.
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
07/21/2026: Gift and Data Integrity Senior Specialist
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000138932267-gift-and-data-integrity-senior-specialist
07/20/2026: Programmer Analyst – Workday
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/bff2145e-2447-4027-8043-8f6794dbda18-programmer-analyst-workday-
07/16/2026: Senior Director of Planned Giving, Institutional Advancement
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000138120114-senior-director-of-planned-giving-institutional-advancement-
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
07/20/2026: Student: CLASS/Groves Access Assistant 2026-27
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000138719439-student-class-groves-access-assistant-2026-27
07/20/2026: Student: University Events Set-Up Assistant 2026-27
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000138715139-student-university-events-set-up-assistant-2026-27
07/20/2026: Student: University Events Front Desk Assistant 2026-27
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000138713841-student-university-events-front-desk-assistant-2026-27
submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu
As a reminder, there will be no A-mail tomorrow, July 3, due to the observance of the Independence Day holiday. A-mail will resume as normal on Monday, July 6.
submitted by devries@augsburg.edu
Writing a personal statement is a standard part of all applications for Fulbright awards, other major grants and fellowships, and graduate school. But finding the right story line and voice is often hard. What exactly is a personal statement? What does it need to do? And what does a good one look like?
If an application is on your horizon, make time to attend a workshop on writing personal statements. This 90-minute session will help you understand what a personal statement is (and is not) and provide examples to guide and inspire.
Thursday, July 9, 12 noon to 1:30 pm, on Zoom (email me for the link)
I can offer additional options if these times don’t work for your schedule — just contact me to discuss.
~Dr. Jacqueline deVries, Director of Major Grants and Fellowships and Professor of History,
submitted by dammenh@augsburg.edu
You are invited to participate in a paid EEG research study examining brain activity and attention.
Participation involves completing a brief online screening survey first. Eligible students may then be invited to complete an in-person lab session and receive a $40 Target gift
card for participating.
To see if you qualify, please complete the brief screening survey at the link below.
Study details:
Open to those 18+ years old, right-handed, and have normal or corrected-to-normal
vision.
Currently enrolled college student
In-person EEG session on campus if eligible.
Compensation: $40 Target gift card.
Please complete the survey as soon as possible if you are interested.
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
06/30/2026: Casual Part-Time Public Safety Officer
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000135042600-casual-part-time-public-safety-officer
06/26/2026: Evening Public Safety Officer
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000134557440-evening-public-safety-officer
06/26/2026: Public Safety Manager, Department of Public Safety (DPS)
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000134557789-public-safety-manager-department-of-public-safety-dps-
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
06/25/2026: Student: Residence Life Desk Assistant, Academic Year 2026-27
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000134343009-student-residence-life-desk-assistant-academic-year-2026-27
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 15 to 30 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.
submitted by cronink@augsburg.edu
Are you looking for sturdy wooden chairs for your office, meeting space, or dining room at home? Lindell Library is replacing some of our wooden chairs and are offering them to campus. If interested, please email library@augsburg.libanswers.com to set up a time to take them!
submitted by loro@augsburg.edu
Research Study: Effects of different stretching frequencies on perimenopausal women
Researcher: Ofelia Lor, Undergraduate Exercise Science Student, Augsburg University
Mentor: Dr. Tara Mader
Purpose of study: The goal of this study examines how different stretching frequencies influence flexibility,
movement, and overall well being in perimenopausal women.
Who can participate?
● Women ages 40-60
● Experiencing or approaching perimenopause
What is expected:
● Participate in a strap-assisted proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation stretching program or serve as a
control subject who does not participate in stretching for 4 weeks
● Be assigned to one of the three groups
– Daily stretch group: Stretch 5 days/week
– Weekly stretch group: Stretch 2 days/week
– Control group: No assigned stretching
● Complete several short surveys (stress, well-being, menopausal symptoms)
● Complete movement and flexibility measurements
Risks: Minimal; may include mild soreness or discomfort from stretching
Confidentiality: All information will be kept confidential and used for research purposes
Voluntary Participation: Participation is voluntary and subjects are free to stop participating at any time without
penalty. Please do not feel obligated to participate because you know the investigator or advisor. Participation is
entirely voluntary, and choosing not to participate, declining to respond, or withdrawing later will not affect your
employment, academic standing, evaluation, access to services, or your current or future relationship with Augsburg
University, the investigator, or the advisor.
Interested? Contact Ofelia Lor
Email: loro@augsburg.edu
Sign up here! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/15t4BSj_mML-vcrVdnD2D7XqFuDXY1oaO2S8jDpos74k/edit
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/15t4BSj_mML-vcrVdnD2D7XqFuDXY1oaO2S8jDpos74k/edit
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
06/04/2026: Head Coach Men’s Baseball
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000130276249-head-coach-men-s-baseball
05/29/2026: Assistant Women’s Hockey Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000129186211-assistant-women-s-hockey-coach
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
06/02/2026: Student: Summer Research Assistant, Social Work
– undefined
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 15 to 30 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.
submitted by loro@augsburg.edu
Research Study: Effects of different stretching frequencies on perimenopausal women
Researcher: Ofelia Lor, Undergraduate Exercise Science Student, Augsburg University
Mentor: Dr. Tara Mader
Purpose of study: The goal of this study examines how different stretching frequencies influence flexibility,
movement, and overall well being in perimenopausal women.
Who can participate?
● Women ages 40-60
● Experiencing or approaching perimenopause
What is expected:
● Participate in a strap-assisted proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation stretching program or serve as a
control subject who does not participate in stretching for 4 weeks
● Be assigned to one of the three groups
– Daily stretch group: Stretch 5 days/week
– Weekly stretch group: Stretch 2 days/week
– Control group: No assigned stretching
● Complete several short surveys (stress, well-being, menopausal symptoms)
● Complete movement and flexibility measurements
Risks: Minimal; may include mild soreness or discomfort from stretching
Confidentiality: All information will be kept confidential and used for research purposes
Voluntary Participation: Participation is voluntary and subjects are free to stop participating at any time without
penalty. Please do not feel obligated to participate because you know the investigator or advisor. Participation is
entirely voluntary, and choosing not to participate, declining to respond, or withdrawing later will not affect your
employment, academic standing, evaluation, access to services, or your current or future relationship with Augsburg
University, the investigator, or the advisor.
Interested? Contact Ofelia Lor
Email: loro@augsburg.edu
Sign up here! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/15t4BSj_mML-vcrVdnD2D7XqFuDXY1oaO2S8jDpos74k/edit
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/15t4BSj_mML-vcrVdnD2D7XqFuDXY1oaO2S8jDpos74k/edit
submitted by longj@augsburg.edu
Taking effect July 12, 2024 First Class mail prices are increasing. This does include the First-Class Mail Forever stamp is going from 78 cents to 82 cents. We do have First-Class, Additional ounce stamps and International Forever stamps in Shipping/Receiving if you want to make sure you have some before the price increase.
July 2025 First-Class Mail Prices
Product Current Prices New Prices
Letters (1 ounce) 78 cents 82 cents
Letters (metered 1 ounce) 74 cents 78 cents
Domestic Postcards 61 cents 65 cents
International Postcards $1.70 $1.75
International Letter (1 ounce) $1.70 $1.75
submitted by whipkey@augsburg.edu
We are excited to welcome Tess Munshower as the new Assistant Director of Campus Life! Tess will be joining the Augsburg community on Monday, June 8. Tess brings valuable experience to the position, as well as an enthusiasm for building connections with students and providing support along their collegiate journey. Stop by the Auggie’s Nest to say hi to Tess!
submitted by leedoua@augsburg.edu
Consistency is key to keeping the Augsburg brand strong, professional, and recognizable. The Augsburg-branded PowerPoint templates have been updated!
The templates follow the brand fonts and colors. Please do not change them. The new templates can always be found at https://sites.augsburg.edu/marketing/style_guidelines/.
Download today:
(1) PowerPoint Slide: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1s2PN_Qh9Tk_mshYt45R3353Rgy6sJmVK/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=113872545015499393649&rtpof=true&sd=true
(2) Google Slide: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1tUwDIVxtksQd_tu_K9FRAsioXZYZLod3P5PtM-WTvVo/edit?usp=sharing
If you have any questions about the brand and style guide, please https://sites.augsburg.edu/marketing/.
submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu
There are currently four open Staff Senate seats for the upcoming 2026-27 Academic Year. The Augsburg University Staff Senate is a body of elected staff members who advocate on behalf of the staff, foster meaningful dialogue, and work to recognize and celebrate the impact of staff members on the University and community.
Staff Senate is specifically looking for individuals to serve as Co-Chairs for the coming academic year. This role includes opportunity to meet regularly with the President, sit on the University Council, and collaborate with Student Government and Faculty Senate.
Please nominate yourself or any colleague who you think would be a great fit! The deadline to nominate is Friday, June 5th. The form will close at 11:59 PM.
Please considering nominating a colleague or yourself. Reach out the staff senate at staffsenate@augsburg.edu with any questions. Thank you!
Click Here to Access the Nomination Form
submitted by starckl@augsburg.edu
The local nonprofit Threads Dance Project (one of our neighbors!) is hosting a summer writing contest and hoping that members of the Augsburg community will participate.
Participants are asked to create a piece of writing inspired by one of four photographs from the Threads archives. Two winners will be chosen, and their work will be transformed and choreographed into a live performance piece that will be presented this fall.
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
05/29/2026: Assistant Women’s Hockey Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000129186211-assistant-women-s-hockey-coach
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
06/02/2026: Student: Summer Research Assistant, Social Work
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000129850680-student-summer-research-assistant-social-work
submitted by cronink@augsburg.edu
Are you looking for sturdy wooden chairs for your office, meeting space, or dining room at home? Lindell Library is replacing some of our wooden chairs and are offering them to campus. If interested, please email library@augsburg.libanswers.com to set up a time to take them!
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 15 to 30 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.
submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu
As a reminder, there will be no A-mail on Monday, May 25 due to the Memorial Day holiday. A-mail will resume on Tuesday next week.
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
05/19/2026: Graduate Assistant, Family Scholars
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000127244278-graduate-assistant-family-scholars-
05/18/2026: Assistant Director, Multicultural Life
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/0859cd0a-9e80-4395-9fbc-1542f14b583e-assistant-director-multicultural-life
submitted by ayalam@augsburg.edu
We’re looking for students to participate in short interviews highlighting campus life, personal growth, friendships, academics, and the experiences that make Augsburg feel like home. Your story could be featured in upcoming university videos and social media content.
Whether it’s your favorite memory, advice for incoming students, or how you’ve grown during your time here, we’d love to hear from you!
If you’re interested in participating, please email ayalam@augsburg.edu
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.
submitted by anders@augsburg.edu
Research Study on Climate Change, Mental Health, & Cultural Background and Identity
You are invited to participate in a study that aims to understand your experiences related to climate change, mental health, and cultural identity. The goal of this survey is to establish a data set to explore the various intersections of these topics.
Who can participate? Adults (age 18+) who are enrolled as an undergraduate student.
What do I have to do as part of the study? You’ll take a 30-minute survey online via Qualtrics.
What do I get out of it? Participants will be entered to win a $50 Visa gift card for their time. You will also support the understanding of how these various experiences relate to one another, which may inform future research, clinical practice, and community resources.
How do I participate? Follow this link: https://augsburg.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_418ZW4DR7qxSurA
What if I have questions? You can contact the principal investigator via email at: anders@augsburg.edu
submitted by madrids@augsburg.edu
THRIVE by Augsburg University invites students, faculty, staff, and community members to a special book presentation and conversation with Dr. Yacoub Aljaffery, author of From Invisible to Valuable. Facilitated by Dr. Sergio Madrid-Aranda, this event will explore themes of identity, belonging, scholarship, and community through an engaging discussion with the author. A halal dinner will be provided for attendees.
Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Time: 4:30–6:00 p.m.
Location: Hoversten Chapel.
RSVP Deadline: May 19, 2026
For RSVP information or questions, contact thriveprogram@augsburg.edu.
We hope you will join us for this inspiring community conversation hosted by THRIVE at Augsburg University.
submitted by stepanek@augsburg.edu
Please join us in the Marshall Room on Thursday, May 21st from 1:00 – 3:00 PM to wish Carole well on her upcoming retirement. There will be desserts to celebrate Carole and all the wonderful work she’s done at Augsburg and for our community over that last 19 years.
submitted by stepanek@augsburg.edu
Invoices, Expense Reports and Payment Authorization Forms
Please submit invoices, expense reports, payment authorization forms, etc. for goods or services received on or before May 31, 2026 by Friday, June 12, 2026. All expenses need to have proper coding and approvals. Please email invoices to accountspayableaugsburg.edu or drop them off at the Business Office, Science Building Suite 137.
If you have not received an invoice from a vendor for goods or services received or delivered by May 31, please contact Carole Kampf (kampf@augsburg.edu X1260) by Friday, June 12, 2026.
Checks and Cash
If you have checks and cash that need to be deposited for Fiscal year 2026, please bring to the Business Office, Science Building Suite 137 by Friday June 5, 2026.
Our office is open to the public Tuesday through Fridays 8:00am to 3:00pm.
Thank you for your prompt attention and cooperation!
submitted by anders@augsburg.edu
Research Study on Climate Change, Mental Health, & Cultural Background and Identity
You are invited to participate in a study that aims to understand your experiences related to climate change, mental health, and cultural identity. The goal of this survey is to establish a data set to explore the various intersections of these topics.
Who can participate? Adults (age 18+) who are enrolled as an undergraduate student.
What do I have to do as part of the study? You’ll take a 30-minute survey online via Qualtrics.
What do I get out of it? Participants will be entered to win a $50 Visa gift card for their time. You will also support the understanding of how these various experiences relate to one another, which may inform future research, clinical practice, and community resources.
How do I participate? Follow this link: https://augsburg.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_418ZW4DR7qxSurA
What if I have questions? You can contact the principal investigator via email at: anders@augsburg.edu
submitted by gubrud@augsburg.edu
Please join us in the Quad this afternoon from 3:00 – 4:30 p.m., for a staff and faculty ice cream social. Come, make a sundae with your favorite toppings and join your colleagues from across campus in celebrating the end of the academic year.
submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu
Staff Senate nominations are now open!
There are currently four open Staff Senate seats for the upcoming 2026-27 Academic Year. The Augsburg University Staff Senate is a body of elected staff members who advocate on behalf of the staff, foster meaningful dialogue, and work to recognize and celebrate the impact of staff members on the University and community.
Staff Senate is specifically looking for individuals to serve as Co-Chairs for the coming academic year. This role includes opportunity to meet regularly with the President, sit on the University Council, and collaborate with Student Government and Faculty Senate.
Please nominate yourself or any colleague who you think would be a great fit! The deadline to nominate is Friday, June 5th.
Please considering nominating a colleague or yourself. Reach out the staff senate at staffsenate@augsburg.edu with any questions. Thank you!
Click Here to Access the Nomination Form
submitted by cronink@augsburg.edu
Are you looking for sturdy wooden chairs for your office, meeting space, or dining room at home? Lindell Library is replacing some of our wooden chairs and are offering them to campus. If interested, please email library@augsburg.libanswers.com to set up a time to take them!
submitted by starckl@augsburg.edu
Last chance to register for an online summer course in musical theater! This course is offered through the Playwrights’ Center, for Augsburg credit. Find out more below.
https://pwcenter.org/event/online-university-course-inside-musical-writing-the-making-of-a-musical/
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 15 to 30 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.
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
05/19/2026: Graduate Assistant, Family Scholars
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000127244278-graduate-assistant-family-scholars-
05/18/2026: Assistant Director, Multicultural Life
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/0859cd0a-9e80-4395-9fbc-1542f14b583e-assistant-director-multicultural-life
submitted by gubrud@augsburg.edu
Please join us in the Quad on Thur. May 21, 3:00 – 4:30 p.m., for a staff and faculty ice cream social. Come, make a sundae with your favorite toppings and join your colleagues from across campus in celebrating the end of the academic year.
submitted by stepanek@augsburg.edu
Please join us in the Marshall Room on Thursday, May 21st from 1:00 – 3:00 PM to wish Carole well on her upcoming retirement. There will be desserts to celebrate Carole and all the wonderful work she’s done at Augsburg and for our community over that last 19 years.
submitted by stepanek@augsburg.edu
Invoices, Expense Reports and Payment Authorization Forms
Please submit invoices, expense reports, payment authorization forms, etc. for goods or services received on or before May 31, 2026 by Friday, June 12, 2026. All expenses need to have proper coding and approvals. Please email invoices to accountspayableaugsburg.edu or drop them off at the Business Office, Science Building Suite 137.
If you have not received an invoice from a vendor for goods or services received or delivered by May 31, please contact Carole Kampf (kampf@augsburg.edu X1260) by Friday, June 12, 2026.
Checks and Cash
If you have checks and cash that need to be deposited for Fiscal year 2026, please bring to the Business Office, Science Building Suite 137 by Friday June 5, 2026.
Our office is open to the public Tuesday through Fridays 8:00am to 3:00pm.
Thank you for your prompt attention and cooperation!
submitted by cronink@augsburg.edu
Are you looking for sturdy wooden chairs for your office, meeting space, or dining room at home? Lindell Library is replacing some of our wooden chairs and are offering them to campus. If interested, please email library@augsburg.libanswers.com to set up a time to take them!
submitted by paprog@augsburg.edu
Following approval by the School of Health Faculty, UCAP, the Faculty Senate, and the Board of Regents, Augsburg’s PA program has officially undergone a name change from the Physician Assistant Program to the Physician Associate Program. This change brings together the Master of Science in Physician Associate Studies and Doctor of Medical Science degrees into a combined Department of Physician Associate Medicine in the School of Health.
The name change aligns Augsburg’s programs with the professional title adopted nationally by the PA profession—a shift that aims to more accurately reflect PAs’ scope of practice, credentials, and role in delivering high-quality health care. The change will ensure consistency with professional standards and accreditation, while positioning Augsburg to support broader efforts across the state to modernize PA terminology in legislation and public understanding.
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
05/18/2026: Assistant Director, Multicultural Life
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/0859cd0a-9e80-4395-9fbc-1542f14b583e-assistant-director-multicultural-life
05/12/2026: Graduate Assistant, Family Scholars
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000127244278-graduate-assistant-family-scholars-
05/12/2026: Maintenance Operator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000126078240-maintenance-operator
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
This is a department only posting. Only members of the Multicultural Life department may apply.
Summary of Position
The Assistant Director of Multicultural Life supports the strategic direction and daily operations of the department and leads the development, implementation, and assessment of programs and services that support student persistence, retention, graduation, and leadership development. The role provides operational oversight, supervises student staff, manages budget responsibilities, and collaborates across the University to advance student success initiatives.
Primary Responsibilities
– Assist the Director with long-range strategic planning, goal setting, and program development for the department.
– Oversee day-to-day department operations and serve in the Director’s absence as needed.
– Develop and manage department budgets in collaboration with the Director.
– Develop, implement, and coordinate programs and services that empower students to persist and graduate, develop and strengthen self-advocacy and leadership skills, and contribute to the advancement of the communities of which they are a part.
– Establish, maintain, and foster strategic partnerships with key departments, offices, individuals, and community organizations to support success efforts for students.
– Work collaboratively with campus partners to devise, execute, and assess retention-based programs, policies, and goals for students.
– Design and conduct presentations across the University community in order to achieve the department and University missions.
– Gather and analyze data in order to assess the overall needs of students (i.e. to establish learning outcomes for programs and services; to highlight student learning, engagement, and progress; to improve graduation rates; to demonstrate evidence of student needs, etc.).
– Support the leadership and success of student organizations in collaboration with Campus Life.
– Rotate service as first-interviewer for reports that come through the Discrimination and Bias Reporting System.
– Plan, promote, and serve as staff chaperone for programs, retreats, celebrations, etc. within the department.
– Recruit and select students to receive scholarships designated for students.
– Co-manage the Oyate Commons University space and supervise student work study employees.
– Design and oversee programming for MSW intern(s), ensuring cohesive programming and structured professional development.
Additional Responsibilities
– Serve on University-wide, divisional, and departmental committees as appropriate.
– Serve as a community liaison through outreach opportunities, networking, recruitment, and mutually beneficial relationships for the University.
– All other duties as apparent or assigned by supervisor(s).
Work Environment and Physical Demands
– Typical work environment is an office. Sedentary work for long periods of time.
– Regular phone and computer use.
– Occasional driving; must maintain current valid driver’s license.
– Long or irregular hours with occasional travel.
– Intense work environment related to working with students facing personal difficulties; will have a heavier workload during the academic year.
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
05/14/2026: Summer Intergenerational Mentorship Student Lead
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submitted by gunkel@augsburg.edu
Next week is National Library Week! If you like fun, free food, and free stuff, (and libraries), this is your week!
Monday – An Hour of Community: Find Your Joy at Lindell Library
11:30 am – 12:30 pm – come to the 1st floor of the library for trivia, snacks, and games
Wednesday – Earth Day
9:00am – 4:00 pm – relax or study with some nature movies, popcorn, and free bookmarks!
9:30am until supplies last – free flower seeds!
10:00am – 1:00 pm – Where do You Bloom Workshop – come to the 2nd floor of the library to make your own colorful window mosaic. Be part of this vibrant art piece in the library!
Thursday – Breakfast & Buttons
9:30am – 11:00am – Grab a cinnamon roll or scone and make a button to start your day!
All Week – Share what brings you library joy on the whiteboard on the first floor of Lindell Library
submitted by coleda@augsburg.edu
Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at Noon for “Living Stories,” a series co-hosted by the Department of Religion and Philosophy, Augsburg Interfaith Institute, and Campus Ministry. Each month we hear stories of commitment from across traditions. Nanette Missaghi, Retired Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, will speak about her Baha’i tradition.
submitted by mendezm@augsburg.edu
Thinking about graduate or professional school? Join us for Graduate School Prep Week + Graduate School Fair!
Events include:
Graduate School 101 – April 20th | 12-1pm | Marshall Room, Christensen Center
Zyzzogeton – April 21st | 3-3:30pm | Hagfors Center
How to Write a CV – April 22nd | 12-1pm | Marshall Room, Christensen Center
Graduate School Fair – April 23rd | 11am – 1pm | Hagfors Lobby
At the Graduate School Fair, meet graduate program representatives, explore over 16 university programs (including Augsburg’s Graduate Programs), and get your questions answered—all in one place!
Bonus: Attend events throughout the week for a chance to win Bose QuietComfort headphones—each event attended earns you a raffle entry!
Students can register and view event details on Handshake. Open to all majors and class years.
Hosted by the Strommen Center for Meaningful Work in collaboration with URGO.
