Augsburg University News and Announcements
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The Augsburg University Annual Anti-Racism Training is a required training for all Augsburg faculty and staff and has been scheduled for this year. For more information about the training and to register, please visit the Equity and Inclusion Initiatives Department Website.
FALL SEMESTER TRAINING
Thu, Dec 8, 2022
Via Zoom
3:30-6:30 p.m. (3 Hours)
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Augsburg PA students are collecting donations for Face to Face, an organization that supports youth experiencing homelessness, or at risk for homelessness. Help out and pitch in with gently used hats and mittens in infant and adult sizes.
Now until December 12th
Donate directly to our offices on the 5th floor of Riverside Park Plaza, or email olsenkat@augsburg.edu to schedule a pick up
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Hi Everyone! ShareShop is looking for donations specifically winter gear such as jackets, hats, and gloves to help keep students warm during the DACA & TPS Rally on Thursday, December 8th at 1200 S Washington Ave. Feel free to donate during our open hours from 10 AM – 1PM, or on the free table across if those times don’t work. ShareShop is located at the old science hall in room Science 8B
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Join us this Thursday for the December Focused Conversation. Paula O’Loughlin will reflect on Augsburg’s strategic position and institutional priorities as she approaches the end of her first semester as provost.
The Liberal Arts for the 21st Century: Moving from Privilege to Inclusive Excellence
Thursday, December 8, 2022
12:30 p.m.
Marshall Room and via Zoom
To view the Focused Conversation schedule and access the livestream link when available, visit the All Hands page.
submitted by forsthj@augsburg.edu
The Writing Center is open!
In the Lindell Library in person (drop-in only): Sunday 4-8pm and Monday- Thursday 2-8pm
Online (appointment needed): Sunday-Thursday 6-8pm
We are here to give you feedback on all of your final papers and projects.
For more information, please visit our website.
We look forward to seeing you!
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Looking to exercise more and easily from home this winter?
We are selling a one year old and seldom used Schwinn 270 recumbent Exercise bike. Excellent almost new condition. Available online for between $650 and $850. It was purchased as a gift, but was decided it was too big since the intended user is rather petite. For sale at $450. Can be fully assembled or in movable pieces to take home. It’s a very nice bike! Great Price!
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Travel! Earn Credits! Complete Augsburg Experience!
Short-term study abroad & away in Summer 2023 – check out the awesome program options below:
ANOTHER FUTURE IS POSSIBLE: SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS in ROTTERDAM & AMSTERDAM
• travel in May 17-31, 2023
• 2 courses. ENL + SOC/URB :
•ENL 280: Genres: Speculative Fiction (4 credits), Humanities LAF
•SOC/URB 111: City Life: Intro to Urban Sociology (4 credits), SBS LAF, or
•SOC/URB 295: Sustainable Solutions in The Netherlands (4 credits), elective
IMMIGRATION STORIES & COMMUNITY BUILDING IN RURAL MN
• Summer 2023 Term 1, travel to Walnut Grove, MN
• Choose 1 course, with optional INS add on:
*** SOC 495 – Sociology topics elective or
*** THR 295 -Topics in Theater – LAF Fine Arts
*** INS 292 – 2 credits – optional
SCIENCE & RELIGION IN GERMANY
• Travel in May 2023
• Choose 1 science course and/or the religion course:
*** CHM 102 with Lab: fulfills Science w/ Lab (does not count toward Chm major or minor)
*** SCI 490: Integrated Science Keystone Integrated Science
*** RLN 205: Topics in Religion – may fulfill Search for Meaning II or Humanities LAF
MONEY, BANKING, & INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN GERMANY
• Travel in May 2023
• Choose 1 course:
*** ECO 315: Money and Banking
*** BUS 362: International Business
AUGSBURG in MEXICO
• Spanish language courses: beginner to advanced levels, as well as specialty courses in Medical Spanish and Spanish for Ministry
• 4 study sessions in summer – choose the one (or more!) that works for you
Got questions? Get in touch: abroad@augsburg.edu
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The Multicultural Life team is excited to announce that the Multicultural Life Program Scholarship and Scholastic Connections scholarship applications are officially open! These scholarships recognize the hard work of our underrepresented students. If you are an American Indian/Latinx/Pan-Afrikan/Pan-Asian or LGBTQIA+ identifying full-time day student at Augsburg and have demonstrated a record of or potential for leadership, you are eligible to apply for the following scholarships:
MLife Program Scholarships:
Asian Students in Action (ASIA) Scholarship ($2500)
Bonnie Wallace American Indian Scholarship ($2500)
Honoring Outstanding Latinx @ Augsburg (HOLA) Scholarship ($2500)
LGBTQIA+ Student Leadership Scholarship ($2500)
M. Anita Gay Hawthorne Pan-Afrikan Student Services Scholarship ($2500)
Scholastic Connections Scholarship ($5000)
The scholarships can be accessed here:
MLife Program Scholarships
Scholastic Connections
More information regarding each scholarship, such as criteria for eligibility, program requirements for scholarship recipients and more can be found in the Multicultural Life website.
*The Scholarship applications are due by 5:00 PM on February 5, 2023.
*If you are a current scholarship recipient and wish to renew your award, you must fill out the application as well.
*DACA and undocumented students as well as International Students (F-1 and J1) are encouraged to apply!
*Promise, Presidential, and ActSix Scholarship recipients are not eligible to apply for either MLife Program or Scholastic Connections scholarships.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Multicultural Life via email (mlife@augsburg.edu) or stop by the Oyate Commons to speak with one of the Program Managers.
We look forward to receiving your applications!
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Join us from 11:30 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. in the Hoversten Chapel for the next installment in our Uncovering Vocation series. Dr. Audrey Lensmire, Associate Professor of Education, will share her story, “We Die, We Break, We Love: A Jewish Story of Call and Response”. Come and learn more about Audrey, our community, and how we seek to live our lives for the sake of the neighbor.
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As 2022 comes to an end, we have a few important payroll and benefits updates for all staff and faculty regarding payroll deadlines, your W-2, Medica Cards, and more!
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Check out the HR website for the 2023 Holiday Schedule.
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View the 2023 Payroll Schedule on the Human Resources website.
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Central Services is hiring part-time student Customer Service Assistants in shipping and receiving, and the copy center.
$15/hr. Must be workstudy-eligible.
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Alternative Spring Break to Chicago | March 13 – 16, 2023
Join LEAD Fellows and Sabo Center staffers LaToya Taris-James and Jenean Gilmer on an immersive learning experience in the City of Chicago to explore the history of housing marginalization, place-making through public art, and the legacy of that work in our communities today. We will explore the history of immigration in Chicago, make parallels to the communities we come from, and learn from organizers and artists.
Join us in the Riverside Room in Christensen Center to learn more about the trip,
Tuesday, December 6th at 12pm.
You can also email gilmerje@augsburg.edu or tarisl@augsburg.edu
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The Cedar and TAMU Events present MINNEAPOLIS AFROBEATS DANCE PARTY! A holiday celebration featuring the contemporary African sound taking over the world. Featuring local DJs and artists. Hosted by Fanaka Nation.
Saturday, December 10, 2022
Doors: 7:00 PM CT / Event Start: 8:00 PM CT
All Ages Standing Show
$15 Advance, $20 Day of Show
This is a standing show with an open floor. To request seating or other access accommodations, please go to our Access Page: https://www.thecedar.org/access
General Admission tickets are available online: https://www.thecedar.org/listing-2/2022/12/10/minneapolis-afrobeats-dance-party
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Students – don’t forget about TutorMe! It is available to Augsburg students 24/7 and offers tutoring in over 300 subjects from qualified tutors. Students are able to use 3 hours a week; 3 one hour sessions or 6 thirty-minute sessions. You can access TutorMe through any of your Moodle classes. At the top left of your screen there is an orange tab to see the side panel of resources. As you scroll down, you will see the “Augsburg Tools” section and underneath is the link to TutorMe. For more information on other tutoring and academic skills options, please click “Tutoring & Academic Skills Information”.
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
The Boren Scholarship is an initiative by the US Federal Government to increase the study of languages by individuals committed to public service careers. The Boren Scholarship can be used to cover a variety of study abroad experiences where language learning is the focus. URGO and Study Abroad provide joint advising on this program and can assist any applicant in selecting a program, developing budgets and writing/editing application essays.
Scholarship amounts:
Up to $25,000 for 25-52 weeks (preferred)
Up to $12,500 for 12-24 weeks
Up to $8,000 for 8-11 weeks (STEM majors only)
If you are interested:
• Check out the Boren website (https://www.borenawards.org/) to learn about languages you can study and preferred countries!
• Watch the Info Session for Auggies we hosted with Boren staff: https://youtu.be/Sfx-PxbwlSE
• Let us know your interest by contacting Maren Stoddard Mack (stoddard@augsburg.edu) or URGO staff (urgo@augsburg.edu) by November 28th.
• Send application essay drafts to urgo@augsburg.edu – we will work through several drafts with you to ensure that you submit the strongest application possible.
Final applications are due February 1st!
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URGO has a limited amount if travel funding to award this academic year. URGO offers up to $850 in travel funding for Augsburg undergraduates who have been accepted to present research at a professional conference. These funds can mitigate the high costs of travel such as airfare and lodging, and can contribute to students’ professionalization.
The application is available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo) at the “conference travel” page. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so students are encouraged to work with their research mentor to submit a travel application as soon as possible after receiving acceptance to a conference. The URGO Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly throughout the school year and will begin reviewing applications November 14th.
If you have any questions about undergraduate conference travel opportunities, please contact Dixie Shafer at shafer@augsburg.edu or x1447.
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Hi! My name is Bella and I am a third year student here at Augsburg studying graphic design. I am currently trying to find personal care assistants to help me in my day to day life here on campus. This would include getting me ready for the day, helping me get set up for class and assisting me around campus. I am currently looking for people who would want to work some hours during this school year! If you are a pre-med or nursing student, this is a great opportunity to get experience with patient care. Plus, you get to be paid to have fun!
I really enjoy getting coffee, watching Netflix, drawing, and painting. I consider all my assistants as my friends and if you work for me, you are guaranteed a good time! If you are interested, please text me at: 612-345-2855 or email me at barrienb@augsburg.edu. Hope you will join! *looking for females and AFAB people only please*
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The Augsburg Student Music Therapy Association is hosting an end-of-the-semester concert to fundraise for the costs of attending the World Congress of Music Therapy next July. Come and enjoy some live music, food, and good company at 3-6pm on December 10th in Hoversten Chapel!
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STRATEGIC ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT (SEM) at Augsburg University The Strategic Enrollment Management division’s vision is to be a belonging organization that builds deeper relationships, changes systems, and dismantles the tenets of white supremacy and oppression in higher education enrollment management. Our mission is to meet every student where they are with authentic presence, outreach, and engagement. We exist to deliver enrollment results, innovation, service, and the essential infrastructure to attract, meet the needs of, and enroll future graduates. The division includes four uniquely equipped teams; Operations, Undergraduate Admissions, Graduate and Degree Completion Enrollment Development, and Financial Aid. Through mindful inclusion, we sustain a culture of our own learning to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders. The Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions enthusiastically conducts personalized student engagement for all stages of the enrollment decision making journey. The counselor is responsible for recruiting prospective students and developing deeper student coaching relationships informed and measured by data analytics and results. The Assistant Director manages an assigned territory, provides support for other counselors, facilitates staff training related to University messaging and positioning, and occasionally manages student-employee projects and outreach. This position primarily works with incoming transfer student populations and will occasionally support first-year student recruitment and events. Primary Responsibilities 65% of time spent on direct student engagement: Conduct recruitment, yield, and anti-melt activities throughout the entire enrollment cycle. Conduct student interviews and presentations (on and off campus). Conduct routine cultivation outreach and response (phone, text, social media, email). Conduct in-person and virtual recruitment activities i.e. online and in-person events, chat, social media, video, etc. Evaluate admission applications and make admission decisions. Help plan, organize, and execute engaging on-campus (and off-campus) recruiting events Utilize Customer Relationship Management (CRM) databases to manage communications/follow up and your capacity accountability. Serve as a student success coaching role for prospective students as part of Augsburg Power of Us program. Connect and strengthen relationships with local community college advisors, counselors, faculty, and staff 35% of time spent on administrative tasks: Develop and manage a recruitment target audience of 1,000 – 1,500 inquiries and 150 – 200 admitted students each year. Analyze recruitment data and use information to determine travel and communication plans. Provide territory planning support for Admission Counselors. Responsibility for an assigned area of strategic priority or initiative utilizing the objective and key results framework (OKR). Provide/facilitate training for counselors related to University messaging and positioning. Additional Responsibilities Serve on various division cross-functional teams that impact the recruitment and retention of students. Successfully complete Augsburg DIversity Certificate program, and Edify DEIB Posture statement. Attend regular staff meetings and trainings and stay informed of institutional changes that would impact the students’ experience. Share trends on what you are hearing from students with the wider team. Provide input on recruitment strategies. i.e. the Augsburg Applies 2U/Power of US initiatives. Complete routine reports related to recruitment, projections, travel, and special programs. Work with the rest of the admissions staff to develop the quarterly/annual recruitment plans. Be open to change and able to adapt to an ever evolving higher education landscape. Assist with other duties and projects as assigned. Work Environment and Physical Demands Flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours Typical work environment is an office. Working at a desk for long periods of time. Travel at various events which includes presenting. Regular phone and computer use. Medium work – Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Including carrying boxes, pushing carts, and moving inventory on shelves. Travel that includes flying and driving capability. Emotional intelligence may be needed in order to effectively relate to and work with students and or families from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and occasional strong emotional reactions.
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The following Augsburg staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
Groundskeeper
Director of Residence Life
Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions
Public Safety Officer
Maintenance Supervisor
Conference Assistant, Temporary
C3 Fellows Health Care Program Manager
Graduate Assistant Men’s and Women’s Golf Coach
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Are you looking for a part-time job? Stop by the lobby of the Christensen Center between 10:30am-12:30pm on Monday, December 5th to meet with representatives from the following companies.
ARTHUR’S SENIOR CARE provides exceptional assisted living and memory care in beautiful private home settings in Roseville and Shoreview, Minnesota. They are looking to hire for Direct Care Professionals. https://arthursresidentialcare.com/careers/ (they will also be tabling on Tuesday, December 6th)
SOCCER SHOTS- They are currently in need of coaches and have flexible scheduling and competitive pay which make it a great fit for college students.
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s program with a strong focus on character development. Their caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in-class coaching, curriculum, and communication.
https://soccershots-minneapolis.careerplug.com/jobs?locale=en-US
If you have questions, please email careers@augsburg.edu
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The Writing Center is open!
In the Lindell Library in person (drop-in only): Sunday 4-8pm and Monday- Thursday 2-8pm
Online (appointment needed): Sunday-Thursday 6-8pm
We are here to give you feedback on all of your final papers and projects.
For more information, please visit our website.
We look forward to seeing you!
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Do you know someone who has recently completed a significant project, implemented an innovative idea, or worked creatively across divisions or departments? If so, nominate them for an Auggie Pride Award today!
We are taking nominations for the month of December!
The Auggie Pride Awards are part of a peer recognition program that honors individual staff members who have made a significant contribution to department, division, or University-wide goals. All nominations are submitted through an online form and considered by Staff Senate. Nominations are kept on a rolling basis throughout the Academic Year, and awards are distributed to two staff every month.
Those honored will receive a letter from Staff Senate (including some text from the nomination letters) and a $25 Visa gift card as a token of our appreciation.
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The Augsburg University Annual Anti-Racism Training is a required training for all Augsburg faculty and staff and has been scheduled for this year. For more information about the training and to register, please visit the Equity and Inclusion Initiatives Department Website.
FALL SEMESTER TRAINING
Thu, Dec 8, 2022
Via Zoom
3:30-6:30 p.m. (3 Hours)
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Students – don’t forget about TutorMe! It is available to Augsburg students 24/7 and offers tutoring in over 300 subjects from qualified tutors. Students are able to use 3 hours a week; 3 one hour sessions or 6 thirty-minute sessions. You can access TutorMe through any of your Moodle classes. At the top left of your screen there is an orange tab to see the side panel of resources. As you scroll down, you will see the “Augsburg Tools” section and underneath is the link to TutorMe. For more information on other tutoring and academic skills options, please click “Tutoring & Academic Skills Information”.
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Hello 🙂
Auggie Doggies Day is here again for next week Wednesday, December 7th from 10:30am-11:30m. This will be their last time here on campus until next semester. So, don’t forget to stop by and meet your furry friends 🙂
https://www.instagram.com/p/ClrU9OmOrd9/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
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Are you a Staff/Faculty member who has studied abroad or away in the past? We want to hear from you!
The Study Abroad and Study Away office is looking to feature Staff and Faculty study abroad stories on our Instagram page with Throwback Thursday posts. These posts are to encourage Augsburg students to study abroad and away!
Check us out on Instagram: global_auggies
Questions? Email abroad@augsburg.edu
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Travel! Earn Credits! Complete Augsburg Experience!
Short-term study abroad & away in Summer 2023 – check out the awesome program options below:
ANOTHER FUTURE IS POSSIBLE: SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS in ROTTERDAM & AMSTERDAM
• travel in May 17-31, 2023
• 2 courses. ENL + SOC/URB :
•ENL 280: Genres: Speculative Fiction (4 credits), Humanities LAF
•SOC/URB 111: City Life: Intro to Urban Sociology (4 credits), SBS LAF, or
•SOC/URB 295: Sustainable Solutions in The Netherlands (4 credits), elective
IMMIGRATION STORIES & COMMUNITY BUILDING IN RURAL MN
• Summer 2023 Term 1, travel to Walnut Grove, MN
• Choose 1 course, with optional INS add on:
*** SOC 495 – Sociology topics elective or
*** THR 295 -Topics in Theater – LAF Fine Arts
*** INS 292 – 2 credits – optional
SCIENCE & RELIGION IN GERMANY
• Travel in May 2023
• Choose 1 science course and/or the religion course:
*** CHM 102 with Lab: fulfills Science w/ Lab (does not count toward Chm major or minor)
*** SCI 490: Integrated Science Keystone Integrated Science
*** RLN 205: Topics in Religion – may fulfill Search for Meaning II or Humanities LAF
MONEY, BANKING, & INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN GERMANY
• Travel in May 2023
• Choose 1 course:
*** ECO 315: Money and Banking
*** BUS 362: International Business
AUGSBURG in MEXICO
• Spanish language courses: beginner to advanced levels, as well as specialty courses in Medical Spanish and Spanish for Ministry
• 4 study sessions in summer – choose the one (or more!) that works for you
Got questions? Get in touch: abroad@augsburg.edu
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The Late Night Breakfast is an end-of-semester tradition where all undergraduate students (both residential and commuter) are invited to partake in a free late-night hot breakfast meal prior to the start of finals week.
Food will be served in the Dining Commons in Christensen Center from 8:30-10pm
We will be holding a prize drawing for an iPad for all students who attend. Students need to be present to enter the drawing but do not need to stay for the duration of the event to win a prize.
On the Menu:
-Cheese Omelets
-O’Brien Potatoes
-Halal Breakfast Sausage Links
-French Toast
-Pork Sausage Patties
-Scrambled Eggs
-Tiger Sushi
-Smoothie Station
-Ice Cream Sundae Bar
-Pastries
Please bring your student ID for entry.
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Join us this Thursday for the December Focused Conversation. Paula O’Loughlin will reflect on Augsburg’s strategic position and institutional priorities as she approaches the end of her first semester as provost.
Focused Conversation—Strategic Position and Priorities
Thursday, December 8, 2022
12:30 p.m.
Marshall Room and via Zoom
To view the Focused Conversation schedule and access the livestream link when available, visit the All Hands page.
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It’s the last week of classes, so join us at Lindell Library for a study break as you wrap up your classes and prepare for finals!
** We’ll watch cat and dog videos and have snacks together. **
Two chances to break your studying!
Tuesday, December 6, 2022, 4-5 pm, Lower Level Room 15 (Cat Video Edition)
Wednesday, December 7, 2022, 4-5 pm, 4-5 pm, Lower Level Room 15 (Dog Video Edition)
Bring a friend! Bring a favorite cat or dog video to share!
Follow us at the library’s Auggie Life page for more fun events.
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
URGO has a limited amount if travel funding to award this academic year. URGO offers up to $850 in travel funding for Augsburg undergraduates who have been accepted to present research at a professional conference. These funds can mitigate the high costs of travel such as airfare and lodging, and can contribute to students’ professionalization.
The application is available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo) at the “conference travel” page. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so students are encouraged to work with their research mentor to submit a travel application as soon as possible after receiving acceptance to a conference. The URGO Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly throughout the school year and will begin reviewing applications November 14th.
If you have any questions about undergraduate conference travel opportunities, please contact Dixie Shafer at shafer@augsburg.edu or x1447.
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
The Boren Scholarship is an initiative by the US Federal Government to increase the study of languages by individuals committed to public service careers. The Boren Scholarship can be used to cover a variety of study abroad experiences where language learning is the focus. URGO and Study Abroad provide joint advising on this program and can assist any applicant in selecting a program, developing budgets and writing/editing application essays.
Scholarship amounts:
Up to $25,000 for 25-52 weeks (preferred)
Up to $12,500 for 12-24 weeks
Up to $8,000 for 8-11 weeks (STEM majors only)
If you are interested:
• Check out the Boren website (https://www.borenawards.org/) to learn about languages you can study and preferred countries!
• Watch the Info Session for Auggies we hosted with Boren staff: https://youtu.be/Sfx-PxbwlSE
• Let us know your interest by contacting Maren Stoddard Mack (stoddard@augsburg.edu) or URGO staff (urgo@augsburg.edu) by November 28th.
• Send application essay drafts to urgo@augsburg.edu – we will work through several drafts with you to ensure that you submit the strongest application possible.
Final applications are due February 1st!
The following Augsburg staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
Groundskeeper
Maintenance Supervisor
C3 Fellows Health Care Program Manager
Graduate Assistant Men’s and Women’s Golf Coach
Primary Responsibilities : Under the direction of the Head Coach Identify and recruit talented and qualified prospective student-athletes according to program recruiting plan, pursuant to NCAA, MIAC and Augsburg recruiting and admissions standards and regulations. Perform all practice coaching responsibilities, analyze film and facilitate team meetings. Instruct student-athletes on physical health, team concepts, safety, and sport-specific skills on both an individual and team basis. Teach, advise and mentor student-athletes on life-skills. Monitor and support academic progress of student-athletes/teams to exceed athletic department standards; intervenes with appropriate corrective action as needed. Maintain acceptable student-athlete retention rates to the team and/or institution. Additional Responsibilities Assist with budget management, fundraising, travel planning and program organization as assigned. Assist with Alumni/parent communication and involvement, including organizing events as appropriate. Assist with organizing and participating in team community-service event(s). Assist with camps and clinics. Supervise student workers, if applicable. All other duties as apparent or assigned by supervisor(s). Terms of Fellowship: The fellow must be accepted by an Augsburg graduate program. The fellow must be enrolled in an Augsburg graduate program for a minimum of two (2) courses per-term (6 credits). The duration of the fellowship is two years. If a fellow vacates the fellowship prior to the conclusion of the two year term, or is not able to maintain satisfactory academic standing, all tuition costs/benefits will be assumed by the fellow. The Fellow will receive full tuition benefits. Fellows are fully responsible for payment of all non-tuition costs, including student fees, parking fees, finance charges on unpaid balances, books/supplies, etc. In addition to full tuition benefits, the fellow will receive a $6,000 annual stipend.
submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu
Representatives from Thomas Allen will be on campus today (Friday, December 2nd) between 10:30 and 12:30 in the lobby of the Christensen Center. They are currently hiring for part-time or full-time.
Thomas Allen is primarily a provider of services to individuals with developmental disabilities. Thomas Allen’s residential service sites include one ICF/MR facility and 32 Supported Living (SLS) homes for one to four individuals.
Learn more by stopping by their table or visiting https://www.thomasalleninc.com/
submitted by zastrow5@augsburg.edu
ASMTA is hosting a fundraising concert full of students/faculty performers on December 10th from 3-6pm in Hoversten Chapel, and we want you! We are throwing this concert together in efforts to raise money and take music therapy students to Canada for the World Congress Music Therapy Event this July. We are asking for performers to volunteer their time and music for this concert!
If you would like to participate, please fill out this form before December 2nd!
https://forms.gle/Cw68H7NpUXULryrD8
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My name is Rebecca Froehlich and I am a current staff member at Augsburg University. I am currently open for commissions for mini pet portraits. Please find my portfolio here: https://www.instagram.com/r_frolic_arts/
Sizes available are 4″x5″, 5″x5″ (stretched) and 5″x7″ (either stretched canvas or flat for framing).
These make great holiday gifts! I can make your portrait available by Christmas (December 25).
Please email me with any questions at froehlic@augsburg.edu and inquire for details on pricing and availability.
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Alternative Spring Break to Chicago | March 13 – 16, 2023
Join LEAD Fellows and Sabo Center staffers LaToya Taris-James and Jenean Gilmer on an immersive learning experience in the City of Chicago to explore the history of housing marginalization, place-making through public art, and the legacy of that work in our communities today. We will explore the history of immigration in Chicago, make parallels to the communities we come from, and learn from organizers and artists.
Join us in the Riverside Room in Christensen Center to learn more about the trip:
Monday, December 5th at 3:30pm
Monday, December 5th at 4:30pm
Tuesday, December 6th at 12pm
You can also email gilmerje@augsburg.edu or tarisl@augsburg.edu
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Get your FLU SHOTS and COVID BOOSTERS at the People’s Center! Call 612-332-4973 to schedule an appointment or visit https://www.peoples-center.org/ for more information. You can also get FREE RAPID TESTS at The People’s Center, just walk up Riverside Avenue to 425 20th Avenue South, where you’ll find boxes of tests in the lobby.
If you are interested in volunteering at The People’s Center, you can email Sieglinde Thetard at thetards@peoples-center.org.
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
The Cedar and TAMU Events present MINNEAPOLIS AFROBEATS DANCE PARTY! A holiday celebration featuring the contemporary African sound taking over the world. Featuring local DJs and artists. Hosted by Fanaka Nation.
Saturday, December 10, 2022
Doors: 7:00 PM CT / Event Start: 8:00 PM CT
All Ages Standing Show
$15 Advance, $20 Day of Show
This is a standing show with an open floor. To request seating or other access accommodations, please go to our Access Page: https://www.thecedar.org/access
General Admission tickets are available online: https://www.thecedar.org/listing-2/2022/12/10/minneapolis-afrobeats-dance-party
submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu
The Strommen Center for Meaningful Work would like to encourage students who are looking for internships (spring/summer) to explore over 80 internships being offered by Metropolitan Council! Positions are posted in Handshake and on the Metropolitan Council webpage at https://metrocouncil.org/Employment/Internships.aspx.
**The company website is very informative. Check it out!
Met Council is holding an virtual Information session where students can learn more about the Met Council and their summer 2023 internship programs.
Thursday, Dec. 8, 3-4 p.m. (Central time)
Register for the Info Session by completing the sign up form.
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
The Boren Scholarship is an initiative by the US Federal Government to increase the study of languages by individuals committed to public service careers. The Boren Scholarship can be used to cover a variety of study abroad experiences where language learning is the focus. URGO and Study Abroad provide joint advising on this program and can assist any applicant in selecting a program, developing budgets and writing/editing application essays.
Scholarship amounts:
Up to $25,000 for 25-52 weeks (preferred)
Up to $12,500 for 12-24 weeks
Up to $8,000 for 8-11 weeks (STEM majors only)
If you are interested:
• Check out the Boren website (https://www.borenawards.org/) to learn about languages you can study and preferred countries!
• Watch the Info Session for Auggies we hosted with Boren staff: https://youtu.be/Sfx-PxbwlSE
• Let us know your interest by contacting Maren Stoddard Mack (stoddard@augsburg.edu) or URGO staff (urgo@augsburg.edu) by November 28th.
• Send application essay drafts to urgo@augsburg.edu – we will work through several drafts with you to ensure that you submit the strongest application possible.
Final applications are due February 1st!
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
URGO has a limited amount if travel funding to award this academic year. URGO offers up to $850 in travel funding for Augsburg undergraduates who have been accepted to present research at a professional conference. These funds can mitigate the high costs of travel such as airfare and lodging, and can contribute to students’ professionalization.
The application is available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo) at the “conference travel” page. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so students are encouraged to work with their research mentor to submit a travel application as soon as possible after receiving acceptance to a conference. The URGO Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly throughout the school year and will begin reviewing applications November 14th.
If you have any questions about undergraduate conference travel opportunities, please contact Dixie Shafer at shafer@augsburg.edu or x1447.
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
Join TriBeta and the Biology department to celebrate the end of the semester! There will be pizza and games, as well as the chance to just relax and meet fellow biology and adjacent majors. This event is open to the entire student body. Please RSVP on Auggie Life so we know how much food to order
When: Saturday, December 3rd from 4:30-6:30 PM
Where: Biology Lounge (Hagfors 2nd Floor)
submitted by alekna@augsburg.edu
Please join the Fundamental of Music class (aka ukulele class) as they share their music making on campus this week. All are welcome to listen and participate as students share protest music they have researched this semester as well as leading us all in playing along.
Friday December 2nd:
10:40 – 11:00AM – Augsburg Chapel (select songs)
11:10 – 11:40AM – Hoversten Lobby (full presentation)
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Do you know someone who has recently completed a significant project, implemented an innovative idea, or worked creatively across divisions or departments? If so, nominate them for an Auggie Pride Award today!
We are taking nominations for the month of December!
The Auggie Pride Awards are part of a peer recognition program that honors individual staff members who have made a significant contribution to department, division, or University-wide goals. All nominations are submitted through an online form and considered by Staff Senate. Nominations are kept on a rolling basis throughout the Academic Year, and awards are distributed to two staff every month.
Those honored will receive a letter from Staff Senate (including some text from the nomination letters) and a $25 Visa gift card as a token of our appreciation.
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The Interfaith Institute is in the process of building a robust informational Interfaith Calendar to share with Augsburg’s community. This calendar will be a living resource for students, faculty and staff, to learn about upcoming holidays and stay informed about learning opportunities and events the Institute is hosting.
The Interfaith Institute office is new and our staff is in the early stages of building this calendar out. Therefore, we want to hear from you! You’re invited to submit holidays, other days of significance, or faith related events to the Interfaith Calendar by filling out our google form: Interfaith Calendar Submission.
Finally, If you’re passionate and/or curious about Interfaith on Augsburg’s campus please subscribe to our calendar!
(Feel free to reach out to Managing Director Jane Ulring (ulringj@augsburg.edu) with any questions or ideas you have about the Interfaith Calendar.)
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Date: Thursday Dec 8th
When: 10-11am
Where: Riverside Room
Please join the Interfaith Institute for coffee, snacks, fellowship and guided discussion about Interfaith at Augsburg.
Our staff would like to take this opportunity to introduce ourselves and our work, as well as get to know and learn from you about your hopes for interfaith programming on Augsburg’s campus and beyond. We hope you will attend, and bring a friend!
(Students, faculty, and staff welcome!)
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Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am to hear Pastoral Intern Hannah Sackett preach. We will also be joined by a ukulele ensemble from Professor Mallory Alekna’s class and by Finch Pfannenstein on the flute.
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Join us on Tuesday December 6th from 11:30 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. in the Hoversten Chapel for the next installment in our Uncovering Vocation series. Dr. Audrey Lensmire, Associate Professor of Education, will share her story, “We Die, We Break, We Love: A Jewish Story of Call and Response”. Come and learn more about Audrey, our community, and how we seek to live our lives for the sake of the neighbor.
submitted by huertag@augsburg.edu
Augsburg’s Campus Kitchen is in need of equipment and supplies! Each semester, the Campus Kitchen serves hundreds of Augsburg students and community members with free groceries, healthy snacks & cooking workshops. Please check out our registry. Thank you for making our work possible!
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– The Salmon Bowl Workshop was postponed to Monday 12/05 at 4:30 pm in Hagfors 108. RSVP down below.
– The food lab’s open hours will be Monday 4-7 pm and Tuesday 3-5 pm next week in Hagfors 108. Create recipes and enjoy the space that is equipped with serval kitchen tools. Bring ingredients to supplement your dish and feel free to use the food lab’s seasonings and oil.
– Campus Cupboard will have a special bonus hour on Friday! We will open Friday 12/02 2:30-3:30 pm. Take advantage! We will be located at Anderson 26 (basement level).
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The Writing Center is open!
In the Lindell Library in person (drop-in only): Sunday 4-8pm and Monday- Thursday 2-8pm
Online (appointment needed): Sunday-Thursday 6-8pm
We are here to give you feedback on all of your final papers and projects.
For more information, please visit our website.
We look forward to seeing you!
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This year, Augsburg has committed to improving its cyber-security awareness in an effort to protect against cyber threats and to protect your data. As part of this initiative, Augsburg is implementing Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).
Starting December 21st, Multi-Factor Authentication, using Duo, will be required for online services using Inside Augsburg for the login. These include tools like email, Moodle, Zoom, and more. Since this is a noticeable change to how you access your Augsburg online tools, we encourage you to opt-in to using Duo before December 21st..
To do so, please take the following steps…
(1) Download the “Duo Mobile” app from your phone’s app store.
(2) Enroll your phone and Duo Mobile app at https://duo.augsburg.edu
(3) Use the opt-in form at https://go.augsburg.edu/mfaoptin to sign up to begin using Duo.
Our Multi-Factor Authentication FAQ can answer many questions about this change. This stage in our continued journey to improve information security is an important one and we look forward to a smooth transition to a more secure digital environment.
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The Augsburg University Annual Anti-Racism Training is a required training for all Augsburg faculty and staff and has been scheduled for this year. For more information about the training and to register, please visit the Equity and Inclusion Initiatives Department Website.
FALL SEMESTER TRAINING
Thu, Dec 8, 2022
Via Zoom
3:30-6:30 p.m. (3 Hours)
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Trinity Lutheran Congregation is looking for volunteers to run our homework help program M, T, TH, F 4:30-6:30pm. This can get you volunteer hours and we’re flexible with scheduling. It is a 5 minute walking distance to Augsburg campus. Please contact us with any questions you have (voj10@augsburg.edu and xiongk19@augsburg.edu)
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Students – don’t forget about TutorMe! It is available to Augsburg students 24/7 and offers tutoring in over 300 subjects from qualified tutors. Students are able to use 3 hours a week; 3 one hour sessions or 6 thirty-minute sessions. You can access TutorMe through any of your Moodle classes. At the top left of your screen there is an orange tab to see the side panel of resources. As you scroll down, you will see the “Augsburg Tools” section and underneath is the link to TutorMe. For more information on other tutoring and academic skills options, please click “Tutoring & Academic Skills Information”.
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Please join us today, December 1 at 5:30pm in the Marshall Room (in the Christensen Center) to do yoga for some stress-relief! Mats will be provided. We hope to see you there!
If there are any questions please contact tellerir@augsburg.edu
If you need any disability-related accommodations to fully participate in this event, please contact university events at events@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1104. Please allow for sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
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The following Augsburg staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
Groundskeeper
Maintenance Supervisor
C3 Fellows Health Care Program Manager
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ASMTA is hosting a fundraising concert full of students/faculty performers on December 10th from 3-6pm in Hoversten Chapel, and we want you! We are throwing this concert together in efforts to raise money and take music therapy students to Canada for the World Congress Music Therapy Event this July. We are asking for performers to volunteer their time and music for this concert!
If you would like to participate, please fill out this form before December 2nd!
https://forms.gle/Cw68H7NpUXULryrD8
submitted by alekna@augsburg.edu
Please join the Fundamental of Music class (aka ukulele class) as they share their music making on campus this week. All are welcome to listen and participate as students share protest music they have researched this semester as well as leading us all in playing along.
Friday December 2nd:
10:40 – 11:00AM – Augsburg Chapel (select songs)
11:10 – 11:40AM – Hoversten Lobby (full presentation)
submitted by gutierra@augsburg.edu
Faculty and Staff Holiday Party:Comfy and Joy
Thursday, December 15, 2022 | 3–5 p.m.
Foss Center, Hoversten Capel
Attend the annual faculty and staff holiday party! Celebrate the completion of a successful semester and the holiday season with colleagues on campus.
Light food and beverages will be provided.
If you need accommodations, please call the University Events department at 612.330.1104 or email events@augsburg.edu.
Faculty and staff are encouraged to bring contributions to Augsburg’s Campus Cupboard
submitted by lohmannm@augsburg.edu
The Augsburg University Annual Anti-Racism Training is a required training for all Augsburg faculty and staff and has been scheduled for this year. For more information about the training and to register, please visit the Equity and Inclusion Initiatives Department Website.
FALL SEMESTER TRAINING
Thu, Dec 8, 2022
Via Zoom
3:30-6:30 p.m. (3 Hours)
submitted by trancc@augsburg.edu
Students – don’t forget about TutorMe! It is available to Augsburg students 24/7 and offers tutoring in over 300 subjects from qualified tutors. Students are able to use 3 hours a week; 3 one hour sessions or 6 thirty-minute sessions. You can access TutorMe through any of your Moodle classes. At the top left of your screen there is an orange tab to see the side panel of resources. As you scroll down, you will see the “Augsburg Tools” section and underneath is the link to TutorMe. For more information on other tutoring and academic skills options, please click “Tutoring & Academic Skills Information”.
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
The Cedar and TAMU Events present MINNEAPOLIS AFROBEATS DANCE PARTY! A holiday celebration featuring the contemporary African sound taking over the world. Featuring local DJs and artists. Hosted by Fanaka Nation.
Saturday, December 10, 2022
Doors: 7:00 PM CT / Event Start: 8:00 PM CT
All Ages Standing Show
$15 Advance, $20 Day of Show
This is a standing show with an open floor. To request seating or other access accommodations, please go to our Access Page: https://www.thecedar.org/access
General Admission tickets are available online: https://www.thecedar.org/listing-2/2022/12/10/minneapolis-afrobeats-dance-party
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Get your FLU SHOTS and COVID BOOSTERS at the People’s Center! Call 612-332-4973 to schedule an appointment or visit https://www.peoples-center.org/ for more information. You can also get FREE RAPID TESTS at The People’s Center, just walk up Riverside Avenue to 425 20th Avenue South, where you’ll find boxes of tests in the lobby.
If you are interested in volunteering at The People’s Center, you can email Sieglinde Thetard at thetards@peoples-center.org.
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
The Boren Scholarship is an initiative by the US Federal Government to increase the study of languages by individuals committed to public service careers. The Boren Scholarship can be used to cover a variety of study abroad experiences where language learning is the focus. URGO and Study Abroad provide joint advising on this program and can assist any applicant in selecting a program, developing budgets and writing/editing application essays.
Scholarship amounts:
Up to $25,000 for 25-52 weeks (preferred)
Up to $12,500 for 12-24 weeks
Up to $8,000 for 8-11 weeks (STEM majors only)
If you are interested:
• Check out the Boren website (https://www.borenawards.org/) to learn about languages you can study and preferred countries!
• Watch the Info Session for Auggies we hosted with Boren staff: https://youtu.be/Sfx-PxbwlSE
• Let us know your interest by contacting Maren Stoddard Mack (stoddard@augsburg.edu) or URGO staff (urgo@augsburg.edu) by November 28th.
• Send application essay drafts to urgo@augsburg.edu – we will work through several drafts with you to ensure that you submit the strongest application possible.
Final applications are due February 1st!
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
URGO has a limited amount if travel funding to award this academic year. URGO offers up to $850 in travel funding for Augsburg undergraduates who have been accepted to present research at a professional conference. These funds can mitigate the high costs of travel such as airfare and lodging, and can contribute to students’ professionalization.
The application is available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo) at the “conference travel” page. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so students are encouraged to work with their research mentor to submit a travel application as soon as possible after receiving acceptance to a conference. The URGO Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly throughout the school year and will begin reviewing applications November 14th.
If you have any questions about undergraduate conference travel opportunities, please contact Dixie Shafer at shafer@augsburg.edu or x1447.
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
Join TriBeta and the Biology department to celebrate the end of the semester! There will be pizza and games, as well as the chance to just relax and meet fellow biology and adjacent majors. This event is open to the entire student body. Please RSVP on Auggie Life so we know how much food to order 🙂
When: Saturday, December 3rd from 4:30-6:30 PM
Where: Biology Lounge (Hagfors 2nd Floor)
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Hola a tod@/xs!
Latinx Student Services wants to hear your thoughts on what an ideal mentorship program can look like for our Latinx students at Augsburg University. We have created a survey for you to voice your concerns, ideas, and overall feedback!
Please feel free to stop by at the Oyate Commons (located on the lower floor of Christensen) for any more questions! We have snacks and a space where you can either socialize or study!
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It’s your last chance to visit the Biology Department’s rooftop greenhouse before the end of the semester! Come see what we’ve got growing on, and enjoy the tropical atmosphere while surrounded by hundreds of different plant species from all over the world.
The final Greenhouse First Thursday is December 1, from 1p.m. to 3 p.m. The greenhouse is located on the 4th floor of the Hagfors Center.
submitted by mcateer@augsburg.edu
The women’s hockey team is hosting our annual Skate with the Auggies Game! Immediately following our 3pm home game vs St. Olaf, all are welcome, especially kids, to put on your skates and join the team! Hope to see you there- Saturday December 3, 3pm at Ed Saugestad Rink.
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Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 11:30 am for a Lessons and Carols chapel service led by the Augsburg University Student Ministry leaders. Renee Christensen, Cynthia Faber, Nadine Miller, Toby Reinsma, Sarah Runck, Marcus Santillana, Emma Scherrer, Carson Vincent will lead music and read scripture.
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Join us on Tuesday December 6th from 11:30 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. in the Hoversten Chapel for the next installment in our Uncovering Vocation series. Dr. Audrey Lensmire, Associate Professor of Education, will share her story, “We Die, We Break, We Love: A Jewish Story of Call and Response”. Come and learn more about Audrey, our community, and how we seek to live our lives for the sake of the neighbor.
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Are you a Staff/Faculty member who has studied abroad or away in the past? We want to hear from you!
The Study Abroad and Study Away office is looking to feature Staff and Faculty study abroad stories on our Instagram page with Throwback Thursday posts. These posts are to encourage Augsburg students to study abroad and away!
Check us out on Instagram: global_auggies
Questions? Email abroad@augsburg.edu
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The Study Abroad and Away Office is on Instagram! Follow us for student takeovers, program updates, and more!
Follow us: @global_auggies
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The Writing Center is open!
In the Lindell Library in person (drop-in only): Sunday 4-8pm and Monday- Thursday 2-8pm
Online (appointment needed): Sunday-Thursday 6-8pm
We are here to give you feedback on all of your final papers and projects.
For more information, please visit our website.
We look forward to seeing you!
submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu
Join us this afternoon for a send-off reception for Groundskeeper Eric Graham and Assistant Groundskeeper Simon Redstone. The event is at 2:30 p.m. in the student art gallery (the back part of Einstein’s) in Christensen Center.
Eric and Simon have both accepted positions elsewhere, and this is their last week with Augsburg. Please stop by to wish them well!
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The Augsburg Music Department invites students to join a trip to Peru this coming May. Music students will have the opportunity to visit historically and culturally enriching sites as we share the joy of music-making with Peruvian and international students studying at Markham College in the beautiful seaside Miraflores district in Lima. Our trip will include a 4-day, 3-night stay in the culturally significant region of Cuzco with visits to Incan archeological treasures including Machu Picchu high in the Andes mountains. This trip is also open to non-music students through our partners in the Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies Department. Co-hosted by Markham College, The British School.
May 8–22, 2023
Tour cost: $4,300
14-day tour including airlines, hotels, most meals, and a 4-day, 3-night excursion including flights and hotels in Cuzco and Machu Picchu. Augsburg students are covered by the university’s travel insurance. Billing will happen through your financial services account.
Sign-up deadline: Friday, December 9, 2022
For more information, contact musicdept@augsburg.edu
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Please join the CLASS office in welcoming Sydney Chandler as our newest disability specialist. Sydney is not new to Augsburg, as she has been an adjunct instructor in the Math department for several years. Sydney has taught, coached, and mentored people with disabilities in a variety of positions and we look forward to the ways she will contribute to our community in this new role with her creative problem-solving, compassion, and demonstrated commitment to social justice. Welcome aboard, Sydney
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The Augsburg Pre-Physician Assistant Club (APPAC) is hosting a PA-C/PA-S panel! We’ll learn about various specialties from practicing PA-Cs and tips for applying to/surviving PA school from PA students.
When: Today, 11/30, at 615pm
Please note: we have opted to move to a virtual-only format to increase access for attendees and to keep people safe on the winter roads. Please email one of the board members to receive the Zoom link if you would like to attend.
The APPAC is open to the entire student body regardless of whether you have decided on becoming a PA. Thanks and we hope to see you there!
Branwen
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Please join us for a send-off reception for Groundskeeper Eric Graham and Assistant Groundskeeper Simon Redstone this Thursday, Dec. 1, at 2:30 p.m. in the student art gallery (the back part of Einstein’s) in Christensen Center.
Eric and Simon have both accepted positions elsewhere, and this is their last week with Augsburg. Please join us Thursday to thank them for all they’ve done to care for our campus!
submitted by ribeiro@augsburg.edu
The physical education and exercise science majors are hosting the 22nd Annual Augsburg Sports Extravaganza on Wednesday, November 30th. We are finally back in person! This is a BIG play day for students (200+) in grades 3-6 with disabilities and will take place in the dome from approximately 9:30 am – 2 pm. Please be aware of street parking changes. “No parking” will be enforced from Butler to Riverside on the east side of 23rd Ave from 7am to 2pm.
submitted by jendra@augsburg.edu
MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2019, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports) (Model No. A2159)
1.4 GHz 8th gen. quad-core Intel processor (Core i5)
8 GB RAM
512 GB storage
Touch Bar
Includes power brick and power cable. Very well cared for and in excellent shape. Asking $700.
Please contact me at jendra@augsburg.edu if interested!
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Your contribution makes our continued work possible – stocking Campus Cupboard with fresh groceries every day, running cooking workshops and sharing fresh food with our neighbors.
To donate visit https://advancement.augsburg.edu/donations/general-donation and designate your donation to “Campus Cupboard”
submitted by zastrow5@augsburg.edu
ASMTA is hosting a fundraising concert full of students/faculty performers on December 10th from 3-6pm in Hoversten Chapel, and we want you! We are throwing this concert together in efforts to raise money and take music therapy students to Canada for the World Congress Music Therapy Event this July. We are asking for performers to volunteer their time and music for this concert!
If you would like to participate, please fill out this form before December 2nd!
https://forms.gle/Cw68H7NpUXULryrD8
submitted by vaneck@augsburg.edu
It’s your last chance to visit the Biology Department’s rooftop greenhouse before the end of the semester! Come see what we’ve got growing on, and enjoy the tropical atmosphere while surrounded by hundreds of different plant species from all over the world.
The final Greenhouse First Thursday is December 1, from 1p.m. to 3 p.m. The greenhouse is located on the 4th floor of the Hagfors Center.
submitted by trancc@augsburg.edu
Students – don’t forget about TutorMe! It is available to Augsburg students 24/7 and offers tutoring in over 300 subjects from qualified tutors. Students are able to use 3 hours a week; 3 one hour sessions or 6 thirty-minute sessions. You can access TutorMe through any of your Moodle classes. At the top left of your screen there is an orange tab to see the side panel of resources. As you scroll down, you will see the “Augsburg Tools” section and underneath is the link to TutorMe. For more information on other tutoring and academic skills options, please click “Tutoring & Academic Skills Information”.
submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu
Today’s Focused Conversation will be the second of two meetings devoted to the important work arising from the research conducted on our behalf by Art & Science Group. Their research suggests specific areas in which we can make Augsburg even more appealing to prospective students and better able to retain our current students. Join Provost Paula O’Loughlin for a review of Augsburg’s response to their findings.
Focused Conversation—Response to Art & Science Project Results
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
12:00 p.m.
Marshall Room and via Zoom
To view the Focused Conversation schedule and access the livestream link when available, visit the All Hands page.
submitted by alekna@augsburg.edu
Please join the Fundamental of Music class (aka ukulele class) as they share their music making on campus this week. All are welcome to listen and participate as students share protest music they have researched this semester as well as leading us all in playing along.
Wednesday November 30th: Oren Gateway Lobby (full presentation)
11:30am-12pm
Friday December 2nd:
10:40 – 11:00AM – Augsburg Chapel (select songs)
11:10 – 11:40AM – Hoversten Lobby (full presentation)
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Date: Thursday Dec 8th
When: 10-11am
Where: Riverside Room
Please join the Interfaith Institute for coffee, snacks, fellowship and guided discussion about Interfaith at Augsburg.
Our staff would like to take this opportunity to introduce ourselves and our work, as well as get to know and learn from you about your hopes for interfaith programming on Augsburg’s campus and beyond. We hope you will attend, and bring a friend!
(Students, faculty, and staff welcome!)
submitted by ulringj@augsburg.edu
The Interfaith Institute is in the process of building a robust informational Interfaith Calendar to share with Augsburg’s community. This calendar will be a living resource for students, faculty and staff, to learn about upcoming holidays and stay informed about learning opportunities and events the Institute is hosting.
The Interfaith Institute office is new and our staff is in the early stages of building this calendar out. Therefore, we want to hear from you! You’re invited to submit holidays, other days of significance, or faith related events to the Interfaith Calendar by filling out our google form: Interfaith Calendar Submission.
Finally, If you’re passionate and/or curious about Interfaith on Augsburg’s campus please subscribe to our calendar!
(Feel free to reach out to Managing Director Jane Ulring (ulringj@augsburg.edu) with any questions or ideas you have about the Interfaith Calendar.)
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Now Hiring: Program Coordinator
The Minnesota Urban Debate League, a program of Augsburg University, serves more than 1200 students in the Twin Cities Metro by providing year-round debate programming, including high school national topic policy debate, middle school debate, Spanish Debate League, East African Debate, Financial Literacy Leadership Debates, and MDAW Summer Speech & Debate Camp. Learn more about our work here: https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/what-we-do/
We are hiring a new member of our program staff to help support our growth as we continue to create new partnerships with school districts across the Twin Cities Metro. We’re looking for someone who is a strong educator, advocate, and believer in the power of speech and debate. Learn more below:
Key Information:
• Pay is $20.75-$23/hr, 40 hours per week
• We are looking for someone with policy debate and urban education experience.
• We hope we can recruit someone with full fluency in Spanish, or connection with the East African community, or knowledge of Financial Literacy (our three community leadership debate programs).
• We offer competitive full benefits as a program of Augsburg University – you receive full medical, dental, life, disability, retirement benefits from the University. This includes a tuition reimbursement after 1 year of employment. Three staff members have completed a Masters in Education Policy through this benefit. (Folks who are pursuing their undergrad degree are also eligible).
• In addition to 12 federal holidays, we offer a two-week winter break, and a three-week summer break plus another handful of days for fall break, spring break, and election day.
The MNUDL is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply, including BIPOC candidates, LGBTQIA+ applicants, and people with disabilities.
Questions? Feel free to reach out to me at froehlic@augsburg.edu.
Learn more and apply here: https://smrtr.io/c7gHQ
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My name is Rebecca and I am a current staff member at Augsburg University. I am currently open for commissions for mini pet portraits. Please find my portfolio here: https://www.instagram.com/r_frolic_arts/
Sizes available are 4″x5″, 5″x5″ (stretched) and 5″x7″ (either stretched canvas or flat for framing).
These make great holiday gifts! I can make your portrait available by Christmas (December 25).
Please email me with any questions at froehlic@augsburg.edu and inquire for details on pricing.
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Travel! Earn Credits! Complete Augsburg Experience!
Short-term study abroad & away in Summer 2023 – check out the awesome program options below:
ANOTHER FUTURE IS POSSIBLE: SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS in ROTTERDAM & AMSTERDAM
• travel in May 17-31, 2023
• 2 courses. ENL + SOC/URB :
•ENL 280: Genres: Speculative Fiction (4 credits), Humanities LAF
•SOC/URB 111: City Life: Intro to Urban Sociology (4 credits), SBS LAF, or
•SOC/URB 295: Sustainable Solutions in The Netherlands (4 credits), elective
IMMIGRATION STORIES & COMMUNITY BUILDING IN RURAL MN
• Summer 2023 Term 1, travel to Walnut Grove, MN
• Choose 1 course, with optional INS add on:
*** SOC 495 – Sociology topics elective or
*** THR 295 -Topics in Theater – LAF Fine Arts
*** INS 292 – 2 credits – optional
SCIENCE & RELIGION IN GERMANY
• Travel in May 2023
• Choose 1 science course and/or the religion course:
*** CHM 102 with Lab: fulfills Science w/ Lab (does not count toward Chm major or minor)
*** SCI 490: Integrated Science Keystone Integrated Science
*** RLN 205: Topics in Religion – may fulfill Search for Meaning II or Humanities LAF
MONEY, BANKING, & INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN GERMANY
• Travel in May 2023
• Choose 1 course:
*** ECO 315: Money and Banking
*** BUS 362: International Business
AUGSBURG in MEXICO
• Spanish language courses: beginner to advanced levels, as well as specialty courses in Medical Spanish and Spanish for Ministry
• 4 study sessions in summer – choose the one (or more!) that works for you
Got questions? Get in touch: abroad@augsburg.edu
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Stop by the Study Abroad and Away Table today in Christensen Center from 11:30am to 1:30pm.
We are available to answer your questions about study abroad/away, check in on your application, or give you some information to get started.
Study Abroad & Away opportunities are for all Auggies–with programs ranging in length from 1 week to a semester or year, international locations as well as destinations in the USA, and courses to fit any major.
Every Study Abroad & Away program fulfills your Augsburg Experience requirement, too!
Stop by today for more info!
