submitted by mendezm@augsburg.edu
Enjoy a performance of captivating music and dance with the incredible Georgian ensemble, Zedashe, performing traditional polyphonic music.
Friday, September 6th
Hoversten Chapel
7:30PM Concert
Author: farrisr
Interested in Research and Graduate School? Apply to the TRIO McNair Scholars Program
submitted by crombie@augsburg.edu
Augsburg’s TRIO McNair Scholars Program is recruiting students for Fall 2024 admission. Eligible applicants will be at Junior status by the end of Spring 2025 and available to conduct full-time research Summer 2025. Students from all majors are welcome to apply, though preference is given to applicants that are interested in pursuing a doctoral (Ph.D.) degree. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until all participant slots are filled.
The TRIO McNair Scholars Program works with students who are members of groups underrepresented in graduate education and who exhibit strong academic potential. The goal of the program is to prepare Scholars for graduate study through coursework, academic advising, workshops, and involvement in undergraduate research and other scholarly activities. The program also assists with securing admission to and financial assistance for enrollment in graduate programs. Students will acquire the research skills necessary to succeed in graduate school through a paid research internship ($6000) with an Augsburg faculty member during Summer of 2025.
The McNair Scholars Program is federally-funded by the U.S. Department of Education. Therefore, to be eligible, applicants must be first-generation (neither parent graduated from a four-year college or university) AND low-income AND/OR may be persons from groups underrepresented in graduate education. The Department of Education defines these groups as African-American, American Indian, Alaskan Native, and Hispanic/Latino. Additionally, applicants must be either U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents and maintain at least a 2.8 cumulative GPA (3.0+ preferred). Unsure if you qualify? Please visit the link below for more information on eligibility requirements.
If you’re interested in learning more about McNair, please contact Lara Crombie, Program Coordinator, crombie@augsburg.edu.
Auggie Passes (Student Bus Passes) Available Until September 6 (10:30–11 a.m.)
submitted by vanclev1@augsburg.edu
Students can pick up new Auggie passes (bus passes) on the first floor of Lindell Library at the Service Desk Monday-Friday, until September 9, and between 10:30am – 11:00am. Auggie passes will only be available during this time.
Augsburg Project Leaders: Apply for a 2024 Give to the Max Fundraising Page
submitted by jonesma@augsburg.edu
Calling all project leaders, coaches, and department heads, apply to host a Give to the Max 2024 fundraising page for your specific project!
Planning is underway for Give to the Max Day here at Augsburg. In order to have a fundraising page, you must fill out the Google Form below. The deadline to apply for a project is September 13.
We will be in touch with applicants with decisions about final projects the following week.
Prior to application, please read the Give to the Max Project Leaders document: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QU8igtQkn10d0gWEBvYXeNLbBjSy_BmE48tBedVM31Y/edit?usp=sharing
Google form application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeVAfQfS2jZ2mN67T3yopvDLZOmhin1ple9E699QuPwtSLFuw/viewform
For questions, please reach out to Nate Berkas at berkasn@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Give to the Max Day 2024 – Project Fundraising Page Application
Full-Time Faculty: Apply for an Advancing Religious Pluralism Fellowship
submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu
The Interfaith Institute, Religion and Philosophy Department, and Center for Teaching and Learning received a grant from the Interfaith America and John Templeton Foundations to implement a year-long faculty cohort focused on a campus wide effort on teaching religious diversity and pluralism. We invite full-time Augsburg University faculty to apply for the fellowship program. Limited fellowships are available and fellows will receive a stipend of $500.00. Faculty from any department are encouraged to apply.
The goals of the yearlong fellowship are to develop new material for courses, new approaches to teaching, and to learn from other faculty members in the cohort. We will be leading workshops on religious pluralism, teaching religious diversity, and understanding how to engage worldview diversity in the classroom and beyond. If you’re not familiar with teaching religious and worldview diversity, this cohort is a wonderful opportunity to learn more and build your skills and familiarity with these topics. We will work with you to integrate content and skills in your context and academic discipline.
Sessions will include presentations on topics and the opportunity to workshop ideas with other cohort members. Some brief pre-reading will be required.
The cohort will meet via Zoom:
Thursday Oct. 10th 3:30-5:30
Thursday Nov. 7th 3:30-5:30
Thursday Feb. 6th 3:30-5:30
Thursday Feb. 20th 3:30-5:30
Thursday March 27th 3:30-5:30
To apply, complete the Advancing Religious Pluralism Faculty Fellows Application
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeI5ma2nslQ0GiBye90DwHMj7PbReoS08rbVZGnFWRbP-yEDQ/viewform
Questions? Contact us at interfaith@augsburg.edu
Faculty/Staff Lunch and Learn: Strommen Overview and Career Design, September 11
submitted by musto@augsburg.edu
Join the Strommen Center and the newly launched Career Collaborative for a virtual Lunch and Learn session September 11th from 12pm to 1pm. In this session, program manager Gina Musto will introduce the Strommen Center’s new mission and vision draft and discuss the importance of design thinking across campus, particularly in career exploration.
Lindell Library Closed on Labor Day
submitted by vanclev1@augsburg.edu
Lindell Library will be closed on Labor Day. Please check library.augsburg.edu/hours for current building hours.
No A-mail on Monday
submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu
There will be no A-mail on Monday due to the Labor Day holiday. A-mail will return on Tuesday, September 3.
Sign Up for Taste of Augsburg – Calling All Student Orgs, Teams, and Department Heads
submitted by jonesma@augsburg.edu
Calling all student organizations, athletic teams, and department heads, sign up to be a vendor at the Taste of Augsburg Homecoming event on Saturday, October 12, 2024 from 10:30am to 12:30pm.
This Taste of Augsburg is a great way to engage with students, alumni, parents and friends of the University on Homecoming weekend, while also raising money to support your student group, team or department. Whether you sell food, beverages, swag, or something else, consider signing up for Taste of Augsburg today!
For questions, please reach out to berkasn@augsburg.edu.
Link to sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScz6yyn7t7i9SHk-_pCvyMxoV2qfmwLqK_XHw5EUwcQuwmVOw/viewform
Link to seed money request form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfE8X8knUsVneZUeAFb4uqVVFc0prW7PpJUuaK1nHPTuQ7JTA/viewform?usp=sf_link
Share Shop Donation and Shopping Hours
submitted by olsoni@augsburg.edu
The Share Shop is officially open for the semester! We are so excited to see you on Mondays from 1:00-5:00 pm, and Tuesdays and Fridays from 12:00-4:00 pm.
We will be accepting donations during these hours, you’re free to shop around, and we are available to schedule your formal clothing and outdoor activity rentals! Come check it out in Science Hall 8B across from the grey table (follow the blue arrows on the floor). See you there!
Memorial for “The Loveliest of Trees”—4 p.m. TODAY
submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu
All are invited to a memorial for the Loveliest of Trees (the Cottonwood tree behind Hagfors that was a gathering place for our community for many years), which came down in the storm on August 27th, 2024.
We will gather at 4:00 p.m. today, August 30th, 2024 at the tree. Shortly after gathering, there will be a short offering of interfaith blessings, prayers, and thanksgiving for the tree, and an opportunity for attendees to share memories, feelings and grief, hosted by our wonderful Campus Ministry.
Participants are asked to gather on the 20th Avenue side of the tree and, for safety, to not approach trunk or branches of the tree that are suspended from the surface of the ground.
Efforts lead by Professors Matt Beckman and Leon van Eck, in collaboration with our groundskeeping team, are being made to preserve the memory of tree in a manner that honors all it did with our community. We hope to be able to announce further information about these efforts in the near future.
Contact Alex Fink at finka2@augsburg.edu with any questions. Thank you all for coming together and supporting our community and neighbors.
Volunteers Needed for the Cedar Riverside Multicultural Dinner on September 19
submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu
Volunteers are needed on Thursday, September 19 to support the Cedar Riverside Multicultural Dinner. The Multicultural Dinner is an annual event, held in Currie Park adjacent to the Brian Coyle Center, from 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM. The event brings together people from all corners of the Cedar Riverside neighborhood to share a meal, celebrate the rich diversity of the neighborhood, and build community. Typically over 600 people attend. Volunteer tasks include set-up, clean-up, and serving food. To learn more about volunteer needs and to sign-up to volunteer, go to the Volunteer Registration Form (see link below).
Daily Chapel: President Paul Pribbenow
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am as we continue our theme of “What We Need is Here.” Today President Paul Pribbenow will preach on “All We Need: The Miracle of Abundance.”
St. Paul Saints Tickets
submitted by isaacson@augsburg.edu
Summer isn’t over yet. I’ve got a few pairs of St Paul Saints Tickets I can’t use due to family schedule conflicts. Seats are near first base (Section 105, Row 10, Seats 1 and 2 on aisle)
Price is $32 for 2 tickets. Email me for details (isaacson@augsburg.edu)
Game dates:
Saturday, 9/07 at 6:30 pm
Wednesday 9/18 at 6:30 pm
Friday 9/20 at 6:30 pm (w/ Fireworks after game)
Sunday 9/22 at 12:07 pm
New Student Positions This Week (2)
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
08/26/2024: Strommen Center Student Career Peer Advisor, Academic Year 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000009430055-strommen-center-student-career-peer-advisor-academic-year-2024-25
08/23/2024: Student: Reell Office of Seeing Things Whole Marketing Assistant
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000009000427-student-reell-office-of-seeing-things-whole-marketing-assistant
Complete the I-94 Bike/Pedestrian Bridge Survey
submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu
In 2019 a truck hit the bike/pedestrian bridge over I-94 near the Augsburg campus, damaging it beyond repair. A temporary bridge was installed at that time. The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MNDOT) is now in the process of planning and designing a permanent bridge. MNDOT is seeking feedback to help understand the current use of the bridge and to gather ideas for potential improvements that could be incorporated into the design of the new bridge. To share your feedback, please complete the online survey and add comments to the Comment Map found on the MNDOT project page (link below).
Full-Time Faculty: Apply for an Advancing Religious Pluralism Fellowship
submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu
The Interfaith Institute, Religion and Philosophy Department, and Center for Teaching and Learning received a grant from the Interfaith America and John Templeton Foundations to implement a year-long faculty cohort focused on a campus wide effort on teaching religious diversity and pluralism. We invite full-time Augsburg University faculty to apply for the fellowship program. Limited fellowships are available and fellows will receive a stipend of $500.00. Faculty from any department are encouraged to apply.
The goals of the yearlong fellowship are to develop new material for courses, new approaches to teaching, and to learn from other faculty members in the cohort. We will be leading workshops on religious pluralism, teaching religious diversity, and understanding how to engage worldview diversity in the classroom and beyond. If you’re not familiar with teaching religious and worldview diversity, this cohort is a wonderful opportunity to learn more and build your skills and familiarity with these topics. We will work with you to integrate content and skills in your context and academic discipline.
Sessions will include presentations on topics and the opportunity to workshop ideas with other cohort members. Some brief pre-reading will be required.
The cohort will meet via Zoom:
Thursday Oct. 10th 3:30-5:30
Thursday Nov. 7th 3:30-5:30
Thursday Feb. 6th 3:30-5:30
Thursday Feb. 20th 3:30-5:30
Thursday March 27th 3:30-5:30
To apply, complete the Advancing Religious Pluralism Faculty Fellows Application
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeI5ma2nslQ0GiBye90DwHMj7PbReoS08rbVZGnFWRbP-yEDQ/viewform
Questions? Contact us at interfaith@augsburg.edu
New Staff Positions This Week (6)
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
08/21/2024: Ice Arena Attendant
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000008370266-ice-arena-attendant
08/20/2024: Director, Undergraduate Research and Graduate Opportunity
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000008104345-director-undergraduate-research-and-graduate-opportunity
08/19/2024: Director of Campus Life
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000007927986-director-of-campus-life
08/19/2024: Seasonal Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000007910145-seasonal-assistant-men-s-soccer-coach
08/19/2024: Seasonal Assistant Women’s Volleyball Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000007908768-seasonal-assistant-women-s-volleyball-coach
08/19/2024: Seasonal Assistant Women’s Wrestling Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000007909325-seasonal-assistant-women-s-wrestling-coach
Parking Enforcement in Surface Lots Suspended Until August 28
submitted by erchula@augsburg.edu
Parking permit enforcement in all Augsburg surface parking lots has been suspended from August 14 through August 27, 2024. Suspending parking permit enforcement is being done in order to accommodate students and their families as they move back into campus housing, and to provide time for new students, staff and faculty to purchase an Augsburg permit or find other arrangements for their vehicles and transportation needs prior to enforcement starting back up on August 28.
If you need assistance purchasing an Augsburg permit, please visit the Department of Public Safety website (link below) to view instructions on how to purchase a permit. If you still have questions after reviewing the website, please email parking@augsburg.edu with any questions.
Parking permit enforcement will start up at midnight on August 28. All non-permitted vehicles will need to be removed from the Augsburg lots by 11:59 PM on August 27 to avoid receiving a ticket.
Opening Convocation Is TODAY
submitted by gubrud@augsburg.edu
Opening Convocation – the official kick-off event for the 2024-25 academic year – is scheduled for today at 10:50am in Si Melby. Members of faculty and staff are invited to form a clapping tunnel to welcome students. If you plan to be in the clapping tunnel, you may wear regalia or Auggie gear. Line up is scheduled for 10:20am along 71/2 th Street between Murphy Square and Anderson Music Hall. Also, a gentle reminder to seasoned Augsburg faculty and staff, consider inviting those who are new or newer to our community to join you in attending. If you are new faculty or staff or have never attended this before, it can be intimidating to know where and how to attend.
New Student Positions This Week (4)
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
08/23/2024: Student: Reell Office of Seeing Things Whole Marketing Assistant
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000009000427-student-reell-office-of-seeing-things-whole-marketing-assistant
08/21/2024: Campus Kitchen Leader, Academic Year 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000008474065-campus-kitchen-leader-academic-year-2024-25
08/21/2024: Student: Part-Time Public Safety Officer, Academic Year 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000008395895-student-part-time-public-safety-officer-academic-year-2024-25
08/20/2024: Student: Lab Safety Technician, School of Natural Sciences, Academic Year 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/1d7221d6-4bc8-46a4-b4a3-9fb4cb0e9003-student-lab-safety-technician-school-of-natural-sciences-academic-year-2024-25
Fall/Academic Year Underground Parking
submitted by hartkop1@augsburg.edu
Fall/Academic Year underground parking will begin on 8/28. Anyone who has not purchased a parking permit for the Fall/Academic year must vacate by 11:59PM on 8/27. If you have purchased a permit and are not granted access, please reach out to 612-330-1717 to verify purchase and to add access to your fob.
Planning a Meeting or Event? Read This
submitted by obeys@augsburg.edu
University Events has been working hard to launch a new request form for all events and meeting reservations. So that all requests can be saved in the same place, it is essential that faculty and staff use this form to submit all requests regardless of whether your event is basic or more complicated. Please note that if your event requires any special set up, catering, AV requests, etc. we require at least 15 business days (but more time is strongly recommended to ensure your event is a success). The new form, as well as all resources for planning your event, can be found at https://sites.augsburg.edu/events/
Student groups and organizations should submit event requests through Auggie Life.
If you have trouble submitting the form, please screenshot the issue and email it to events@augsburg.edu so that we can look into fixing the issue.
Title IX Resources and Notice of Non-Discrimination
submitted by titleix@augsburg.edu
Augsburg University strives to maintain a university community free of sex discrimination and is committed to addressing sex discrimination in all its forms. The university works to create and maintain a positive learning, working, and living environment in which community members are aware of and respect the rights of others and in which community members take responsibility for their actions. To that end, the university prohibits sex discrimination and will take steps to prevent its recurrence and to correct its effects.
TITLE IX OFFICER:
Marah Jacobson, Associate Provost and Title IX Coordinator
Memorial Hall Room 118D
(612) 330-1034
titleix@augsburg.edu
NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION:
In accordance with applicable federal and state laws, such as Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendments, Augsburg does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religious belief, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, citizenship, creed, genetic information, veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, membership in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status in its education programs and activities, employment policies and practices, or any other areas of the University, except in those instances where there is a bona fide occupational qualification or to comply with state or federal law. Augsburg University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to its employees and students with disabilities.
New Student Positions This Week (5)
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
08/21/2024: Campus Kitchen Leader, Academic Year 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000008474065-campus-kitchen-leader-academic-year-2024-25
08/21/2024: Student: Part-Time Public Safety Officer, Academic Year 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000008395895-student-part-time-public-safety-officer-academic-year-2024-25
08/20/2024: Student: Lab Safety Technician, School of Natural Sciences, Academic Year 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000008097555-student-lab-safety-technician-school-of-natural-sciences-academic-year-2024-25
08/16/2024: Athletics Sports Information Student Assistant, 2024-25 Academic Year
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000007290625-athletics-sports-information-student-assistant-2024-25-academic-year
08/16/2024: Student: Health Commons Somali Interpreter, Academic Year 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000007282746-student-health-commons-somali-interpreter-academic-year-2024-25
TODAY: Cedar-Riverside Hang, 1:30–3 p.m.
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Wanna learn more about Cedar-Riverside and Augsburg’s role in the neighborhood? Interested in the best spots for coffee, lunch, drinks, music, theater…and MORE?! Join your friendly community-engaged learning colleague, Jenean Gilmer, for a short presentation and walk/roll around the neighborhood. We’ll spend about twenty minutes on a presentation/lecture and walk for one hour, about one mile total. If it’s hot or rainy, bring an umbrella (for shade creation and water protection), and make sure to wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. Meet in Oren Gateway 100 at 1:30, we’ll leave from there at 2:00 pm.
Please email gilmerje@augsburg.edu with any questions.
Jumpstart Guide for the New Moodle Update
submitted by ahadjiyanis@augsburg.edu
Welcome Back Everyone!
Over the summer, Augsburg updated our Moodle instance from 3.9 to 4.4. With this update, we were able to greatly improve the look and feel of our learning management system, as well as take advantage of new features associated with the update.
At first, you may notice the location of some features may have moved around, so in order to help jumpstart the creation of your courses, we have created this useful guide with some of those changes as well as common questions.
We hope you have a wonderful start to Fall Semester 2024!
– The eLearning Team
Welcome New Students at Opening Convocation Tomorrow
submitted by gubrud@augsburg.edu
Opening Convocation – the official kick-off event for the 2024-25 academic year – is scheduled for Tuesday, August 27 at 10:50am in Si Melby. Members of faculty and staff are invited to form a clapping tunnel to welcome students. If you plan to be in the clapping tunnel, you may wear regalia or Auggie gear. Line up is scheduled for 10:20am along 71/2 th Street between Murphy Square and Anderson Music Hall. Also, a gentle reminder to seasoned Augsburg faculty and staff, consider inviting those who are new or newer to our community to join you in attending. If you are new faculty or staff or have never attended this before, it can be intimidating to know where and how to attend.
Disabled Student Looking for a Backup PCA
submitted by dipaolaz@augsburg.edu
Hi, my name is Zander DiPaola I am a junior who lives in Mortensen Hall and I am looking for a student to be a backup PCA basically to explain the job I have a PCA that sometimes needs days off and they would tell me when they need the day off and I would ask you to come on that day and then we would schedule a time on that day and you would come to help me with a couple of tasks such as refilling water bottles and ice and making my bed you would be paid $13 an hour however you are never there for more than an hour or so it becomes $13 a visit. It is a very easy job that doesn’t require a big commitment as you are not required to come if you are unavailable. if you would like to get in contact with me about this job and set up an interview please text me at (612)430-3233 or email me at dipaolaz@augsburg.edu
New Staff Positions This Week (7)
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
08/21/2024: Ice Arena Attendant
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000008370266-ice-arena-attendant
08/20/2024: Director, Undergraduate Research and Graduate Opportunity
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000008104345-director-undergraduate-research-and-graduate-opportunity
08/19/2024: Director of Campus Life
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000007927986-director-of-campus-life
08/19/2024: Seasonal Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000007910145-seasonal-assistant-men-s-soccer-coach
08/19/2024: Seasonal Assistant Women’s Volleyball Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000007908768-seasonal-assistant-women-s-volleyball-coach
08/19/2024: Seasonal Assistant Women’s Wrestling Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000007909325-seasonal-assistant-women-s-wrestling-coach
08/16/2024: Advancement Systems Specialist
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000007327028-advancement-systems-specialist
Parking Enforcement in Surface Lots Suspended Until August 28
submitted by erchula@augsburg.edu
Parking permit enforcement in all Augsburg surface parking lots has been suspended from August 14 through August 27, 2024. Suspending parking permit enforcement is being done in order to accommodate students and their families as they move back into campus housing, and to provide time for new students, staff and faculty to purchase an Augsburg permit or find other arrangements for their vehicles and transportation needs prior to enforcement starting back up on August 28.
If you need assistance purchasing an Augsburg permit, please visit the Department of Public Safety website (link below) to view instructions on how to purchase a permit. If you still have questions after reviewing the website, please email parking@augsburg.edu with any questions.
Parking permit enforcement will start up at midnight on August 28. All non-permitted vehicles will need to be removed from the Augsburg lots by 11:59 PM on August 27 to avoid receiving a ticket.
Save the Date: Imagine Cedarfest, September 8 (11 a.m.–5 p.m.)
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Imagine Cedarfest is a big, family-friendly block party for neighborhood connection and community organization. This event is a fantastic way to experience artists, musicians, and local businesses from the neighborhood and imagine a better future together.
When the Minnesota Highway Commission (now the Minnesota Department of Transportation or MnDOT) routed and constructed I-94 through the urban core of the Twin Cities in the ’60s, it destroyed hundreds of homes and businesses and displaced thousands. Now, as MnDOT evaluates options for the highway’s future, we have the opportunity to influence one of the biggest policy decisions in decades.
BONUS! Got a Weinie Dog?! Start training now and register for the Weinie Dog Race!!!
This is the second annual Wienery Wiener and Wiener-Wannabe Dog Race. This will take place on Sunday September 8th in front of the Wienery during the Imagine Cedarfest event.
We will see how many registrants we get. If we have enough “pure” dachsunds, we will run a separate race just for wiener dogs. Otherwise, we will group dogs by size to try to keep things fair. We may also choose to run multiple heats.
Register for the race here.
For more information visit: https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/event/imagine-cedarfest/
Full-Time Faculty: Apply for an Advancing Religious Pluralism Fellowship
submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu
The Interfaith Institute, Religion and Philosophy Department, and Center for Teaching and Learning received a grant from the Interfaith America and John Templeton Foundations to implement a year-long faculty cohort focused on a campus wide effort on teaching religious diversity and pluralism. We invite full-time Augsburg University faculty to apply for the fellowship program. Limited fellowships are available and fellows will receive a stipend of $500.00. Faculty from any department are encouraged to apply.
The goals of the yearlong fellowship are to develop new material for courses, new approaches to teaching, and to learn from other faculty members in the cohort. We will be leading workshops on religious pluralism, teaching religious diversity, and understanding how to engage worldview diversity in the classroom and beyond. If you’re not familiar with teaching religious and worldview diversity, this cohort is a wonderful opportunity to learn more and build your skills and familiarity with these topics. We will work with you to integrate content and skills in your context and academic discipline.
Sessions will include presentations on topics and the opportunity to workshop ideas with other cohort members. Some brief pre-reading will be required.
The cohort will meet via Zoom:
Thursday Oct. 10th 3:30-5:30
Thursday Nov. 7th 3:30-5:30
Thursday Feb. 6th 3:30-5:30
Thursday Feb. 20th 3:30-5:30
Thursday March 27th 3:30-5:30
To apply, complete the Advancing Religious Pluralism Faculty Fellows Application
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeI5ma2nslQ0GiBye90DwHMj7PbReoS08rbVZGnFWRbP-yEDQ/viewform
Questions? Contact us at interfaith@augsburg.edu
Lot E Closed Thursday, August 15
submitted by erchula@augsburg.edu
Lot E will be closed on Thursday, August 15 due to some Facilities Management work that requires a crane to be used. Lot E will re-open immediately after the work has been completed. If you have visitors scheduled to be on campus on August 15, please direct them to park in Lot A or Lot L.
Celebrate the Closing of the Smith Foundry in Phillips This Friday at 5:30
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Smith Foundry will be closing its doors for good this Thursday, September 15th! This milestone is only possible thanks to the dedicated residents and allies of Little Earth and East Phillips who have fought tirelessly for generations against Smith Foundry and other industries that pollute our neighborhood.
Come celebrate this incredible feat at Cedar Field Park, Friday, August 16th from 5:30-8:30. We will have food, music, speakers, and art!
For more information visit https://www.instagram.com/eastphillipsurbanfarm
CTL’s Back to School Workshops—August 21 and 22
submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu
The Augsburg Center for Teaching and Learning invites all faculty and staff to join us for two engaging days of professional development during our 2024 Back to School Workshops, August 21 & 22, in the Oren Gateway Center. Please review the BTS 2024 Workshop Schedule and make your workshop selections by August 19 at BTS Workshops 2024 Registration linked below.
Are You a Former Debater? Become a Paid Community Coach for the MNUDL
submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu
Are you knowledgeable about debate? Do you have an educator’s mindset and a passion for helping students grow? Share your expertise and make a difference for debaters from MNUDL’s partner schools in the Twin Cities!
The Minnesota Urban Debate League is a program of Augsburg University. We provide academic competitive debate programming to 1,300+ Twin Cities middle and high school students.
We’re hiring Community Coaches for our 2024-25 MSHSL fall debate season, which focuses on policy debate. Apply now to be our newest community coach!
By sharing your debate knowledge with our local teams, you’ll help students develop their skills, confidence, and understanding of the world. This transformative opportunity is only possible with caring coaches.
Learn more about the role here: https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/work-with-us/
Plus, if coaching isn’t right for you, we’ve got tons of volunteer and paid judging opportunities throughout the year! Please reach out to Jake Swede about coaching (swedej@augsburg.edu) and Johan Fullard (fullard1@augsburg.edu) about judging.
DICP Schedule Released for 2024-2025 School Year
submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu
Hello to all staff and faculty at Augsburg.
The Equity and Inclusions Department has released the schedule for all trainings available to complete the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program for the 2024-2025 academic year. This training is REQUIRED for all staff and faculty at Augsburg University to complete. More information about the certificate program will be available on our website. Please refer to the link below to register for the workshops individually.
If you have any questions regarding this submission, please email inclusion@augsburg.edu
New Event Request Form
submitted by obeys@augsburg.edu
University Events has been working hard to launch a new request form for all events and meeting reservations. So that all requests can be saved in the same place, it is essential that faculty and staff use this form to submit all requests regardless of whether your event is basic or more complicated. Please note that if your event requires any special set up, catering, AV requests, etc. we require at least 15 business days (but more time is strongly recommended to ensure your event is a success). The new form, as well as all resources for planning your event, can be found at https://sites.augsburg.edu/events/
If you have trouble submitting the form, please screenshot the issue and email it to events@augsburg.edu so that we can look into fixing the issue.
New Staff Positions This Week (2)
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
08/09/2024: Head Women’s Hockey Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000006020596-head-women-s-hockey-coach
08/09/2024: Graduate Assistant Women’s Lacrosse
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000005982746-graduate-assistant-women-s-lacrosse
Kennedy Rooftop Unit Repair on Wednesday, August 14
submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu
Davis Mechanical will have a crane set up on 8/14 to start repairs for one of the Kennedy rooftop units. This will affect parking on the street and in front of the building. Please use caution during this time.
New Copy Request System
submitted by longj@augsburg.edu
The new copy request system (IOnS) is currently live. Please submit all copy request through the new system and not by email. We need all cost center orders to go through the system for billing. If your user ID was uploaded it should have your default cost center number already in the drop-down menu. If you need more than the one cost center number, change areas or are new you will need email copyctr@augsburg.edu with your User ID and what cost center numbers you are authorized to us. I will add them to your User ID. For student worker or student organizations the email must come from your supervisor or advisors.
With the new copy request system, we have the option for a couple different forms. We have an Augsburg user guide in the process and a link will be added to the Copy Center page when complete. There is a general IOnS user guide linked at the bottom of the sign on page currently.
Print is for simple print jobs and has limited finishing option (only staple or stamping).
Print Advanced has more advance finishing options such as cutting, hole punch or laminate.
Copy Jobs are for items without a file to upload. If you are bringing in a hard copy for us to scan.
Booklet will be for Comb binding, coil binding or saddle stich books.
General Order is for reams of paper, envelopes and Augsburg general letterhead.
Service is to report a printer that need paper, toner or other trouble shooting.
The new system will allow you to store files so you will not need to upload each time you need to reprint the same item. Your cost centers will be in a pull-down menu so you don’t need to look it up each time. The option to pay at the Copy Center is also part of the drop down menu for any personal printing. (Fund numbers and project codes will still need to be entered by hand as too few departments use them.)
Please email copyctr@augsburg.edu if you have questions or stop by with your laptop and file if you would like a quick training session.
Registration Open for 100th Anniversary Tailgate Party
submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu
Join our 100th Anniversary Tailgate Party: Celebrating 100 Years of Augsburg Athletics during Homecoming on October 12, 2024, as we enjoy conversations, drinks, and a brief program honoring our history and celebrating what’s to come.
This event is open to the Augsburg community—athletics, alumni, family and friends, staff, and faculty—as we celebrate our rich athletic history.
100th Anniversary Tailgate Party
Celebrating 100 Years of Augsburg Athletics
October 12, 2024
2:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Augsburg University, Lot J
Program: 3:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center
Cost: $25 for 21+ | $15 for under 21
New Student Positions This Week (7)
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
08/10/2024: Student: Digitization, Archives & Tech Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000006084343-student-digitization-archives-tech-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
08/10/2024: Theater Scene Shop Student Technician, Academic Year 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000006073465-theater-scene-shop-student-technician-academic-year-2024-25
08/10/2024: Auggie Admissions Ambassador, Academic Year 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000006073305-auggie-admissions-ambassador-academic-year-2024-25
08/10/2024: Groundskeeping Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000006072725-groundskeeping-assistant-august-and-academic-year-2024-25
08/08/2024: Student: Athletic Concessions Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000005602446-student-athletic-concessions-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
08/08/2024: Student: Athletics Women’s Equipment Cage Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000005602665-student-athletics-women-s-equipment-cage-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
08/06/2024: Student: IT TechDesk Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
– undefined
Thank You and Goodbye to Bridget Lavish – Career and Health Professions Specialist
submitted by knutzenm@augsburg.edu
I am writing to share the bittersweet news that Bridget Lavish will be leaving the Strommen team to pursue an exciting new opportunity as a faculty member at the University of Iowa. While we will greatly miss her contributions and dedication, we are thrilled for her as she embarks on this new chapter. Please join me in wishing Bridget all the best in her future endeavors. We are confident that she will continue to make a significant impact in her new role.
Steam Work Completed
submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu
Thanks for your patience with the steam shutdown that affected hot water in several campus buildings last week. The work to connect a new pipe and eliminate the steam leak along Riverside Ave. was completed successfully. Additional restoration work should not affect Augsburg’s campus.
Updating the Copy Request System
submitted by longj@augsburg.edu
Starting July 1, 2024, we are updating the Augsburg Copy Request system. We hope the new system will help streamline the copy request ordering, printer service and paper requests. The Copy Center is still open during the update. If you need any printing that needs to be completed during the updating process please email us at copyctr@augsburg.edu.
Please delete any bookmarks you have to the old system.
Please contact us if you have any questions once the new system is active. Or if you would like to stop by with your computer and a print job we can walk you through how to order on the new Copy Request system.
Our normal turn around time is 24 hours for copy request. Please call the Copy Center at 612-330-1054 if you need something Rush (under 24 hours) or have a large project to check our timeline.
Thank you,
Central Service Staff
Ultra Portable Guitar Amp (New)
submitted by lindn@augsburg.edu
Selling a never-used, still in the original box and plastic wrap Positive Grid SPARK GO guitar amplifier. Plug and play simplicity. Fits in your hand but fills a room with sound.
Contract Position Now Hiring: MNUDL Seeks East African Debate Liaison
submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu
The Minnesota Urban Debate League, a program of Augsburg University, provides academic competitive debate programming to middle and high school students in the Twin Cities.
We’re hiring for a new, paid East African Debate Liaison role to support our East African Debate League program.
We’re seeking local (Minneapolis-St. Paul area) candidates who have significant experience working with, or deep cultural ties to, the East African community. You’ll work in the community and with our team located at Augsburg University. This grant-funded, contract position pays $9,000 for work ending May 2025.
Please find more information about the role, including requirements and responsibilities, at the MNUDL website: https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/work-with-us
New Staff Positions This Week (1)
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
06/26/2024: Graduate Assistant, Interfaith Institute
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999996632651-graduate-assistant-interfaith-institute
Call for Proposals and Save the Dates: 2024 Back to School Workshops
submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu
The Center for Teaching and Learning is pleased to announce that our 2023 Back-to-School Workshops will take place Wednesday, August 21 – Thursday, August 22, 2023, 9 am to 3:30 pm. We invite proposals for professional development sessions from all interested faculty and staff.
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 Monday, July 29th, 2024. Presenters will be notified by August 5th.
We hope you will consider sharing your best practices with our Augsburg teaching community.
Postage Increase July 14, 2024
submitted by longj@augsburg.edu
Taking effect July 14, 2024 First Class mail prices are increasing. This does include the First-Class Mail Forever stamp is going from 68 cents to 73 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 2024 First-Class Mail Prices
Product Current Prices New Prices
Letters (1 ounce) 68 cents 73 cents
Letters (metered 1 ounce) 64 cents 69 cents
Additional Ounce Stamp 24 cents 28 cents
Domestic Postcards 53 cents 56 cents
International Postcards $1.55 $1.65
International Letter (1 ounce) $1.55 $1.65
Updating the Copy Request System
submitted by longj@augsburg.edu
This week, July 1, 2024, we will be updating the Augsburg Copy Request system. We hope the new system will help streamline the copy request ordering, printer service and paper requests. The Copy Center is still open during the update. If you need any printing that needs to be completed during the updating process please email us at copyctr@augsburg.edu.
Please delete any bookmarks you have to the old system.
Please contact us if you have any questions once the new system is active. Or if you would like to stop by with your computer and a print job we can walk you through how to order on the new Copy Request system.
Our normal turn around time is 24 hours for copy request. Please call the Copy Center at 612-330-1054 if you need something Rush (under 24 hours) or have a large project to check our timeline.
Thank you,
Central Service Staff
Library Closed July 4–7
submitted by vanclev1@augsburg.edu
The library will be closed for the July 4 weekend from 7/4 to 7/7. Happy Fourth and enjoy the long weekend!
Human Resources Walk-In Hours Updates
submitted by millerd1@augsburg.edu
Through July 31, 2024, the Human Resources and Payroll office walk-in hours have changed to the following:
Mondays
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Fridays
No walk-in hours, however Human Resources and Payroll staff remain available to you via email, phone, and scheduled zoom meetings.
The Human Resources and Payroll staff are working outside of these hours and will respond to your email or phone calls as soon as possible. While we welcome walk-in visits, we encourage you to schedule a meeting. If you are not sure who to schedule a meeting with, please email hr@augsburg.edu and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate team member.
Email: hr@augsburg.edu / payroll@augsburg.edu
HR Phone: 612-330-1058
Payroll Phone: 612-330-1030
Fax: 612-330-1443
We look forward to seeing you!
Contract Position Now Hiring: MNUDL Seeks East African Debate Liaison
submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu
The Minnesota Urban Debate League, a program of Augsburg University, provides academic competitive debate programming to middle and high school students in the Twin Cities.
We’re hiring for a new, paid East African Debate Liaison role to support our East African Debate League program.
We’re seeking local (Minneapolis-St. Paul area) candidates who have significant experience working with, or deep cultural ties to, the East African community. You’ll work in the community and with our team located at Augsburg University. This grant-funded, contract position pays $9,000 for work ending May 2025.
Please find more information about the role, including requirements and responsibilities, at the MNUDL website: https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/work-with-us
No A-mail Tomorrow
submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu
As a reminder, there will be no A-mail tomorrow due to the Fourth of July holiday. A-mail will resume as normal on Friday, July 5.
New Staff Positions This Week (1)
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
06/26/2024: Graduate Assistant, Interfaith Institute
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999996632651-graduate-assistant-interfaith-institute
Fiscal Year-End May 31 Deadline
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, 2024 by Friday, June 14, 2024. 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 14, 2024.
Checks and Cash
If you have checks and cash that need to be deposited for Fiscal year 2024, please bring to the Business Office, Science Building Suite 137 by Friday June 7, 2024. Our office is open Tuesday through Fridays 8:00am to 3:00pm.
Thank you for your prompt attention and cooperation!
Murphy Square Improvement Project Begins This Week
submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu
This summer, the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board will undertake a $200,000 project to update Murphy Square, including a more direct east-west crossing.
We have been informed that the Park Board expects fencing to be put up around the perimeter of the park starting this week in preparation for construction to begin in early June. The park will be closed to the public (including the Augsburg community) for the duration of the project.
A reopening date is anticipated in late summer, though there likely will be some usage limitations through the fall.
Summer 2024 Dining Updates (A Great Time to Explore Local Restaurants)
submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu
Construction is underway this summer to remodel the Dining Commons. The Commons will be closed until mid-August for the project.
Updates include remodeling the serving area to create more space for food service, construction of a designated station where pork is served, new furniture, changes to the beverage service area, and new flooring, ceiling, and window shades.
During the summer, camps and conferences will use the main level of Christensen Center for food service and dining. Outdoor seating will also be available, as weather permits. Regular food service will not be available for faculty and staff; Dining Services will only accommodate camps and pre-arranged groups.
Einstein’s will continue regular summer hours between 7:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. We encourage faculty and staff to explore and support neighborhood restaurants this summer. Learn more from Augsburg Local: https://www.augsburg.edu/sabo/programs/augsburg-local/business-profiles/
Online Survey—Chance to Win $100 Gift Card
submitted by fleigr@augsburg.edu
Hello Auggies! I am a graduate student seeking participants for a research study. I am exploring how one’s ability to recognize and regulate their own and others’ emotions may relate to feelings of depression and social disconnect. Participation in this study will involve completing a series of behavioral health inventories and a demographic screener that will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. These inventories will ask if you have experienced symptoms of depression or loneliness and ask how intensely you experience your everyday emotions. Following completion of these inventories, participants will complete a test online that will walk participants through a variety of different tasks, such as recognition of facial expressions and implied social meanings. This test will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. All participation in this study is done online from the comfort of your own home. Students are invited to participate in this study if you: (1) are between the ages of 18 and 31; (2) have not been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, schizophrenia, or a personality disorder; (3) have not experienced an interpersonally traumatic life event (i.e., assault by another human being); and (4) are not currently experiencing a major health concern (i.e., life threatening illness/injury or significant transplant/removal surgery).
For your time, participants will be entered into a random lottery drawing for one of three $100 Amazon gift cards!
If you have any questions or concerns regarding participation in this study, please contact me at fleigr@augsburg.edu. If you would like to participate in this study, please click the link below. You will be taken to a secure, online survey where you will be presented with a consent form followed by the demographic screener and brief inventories. Upon completion of these, you will be shown the link to the final assessment.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7LPN7K3
Thank you!
Opportunities with the Reell Office of Seeing Things Whole
submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu
The Reell Office has several upcoming opportunities listed below. Reach out to Program Director, Keri Clifton, with questions at cliftonk@augsburg.edu.
Community Practice Cohort
The Reell Office is launching our next Community Practice Cohort which is designed to empower leaders by providing a collaborative space to enhance leadership process and practice while gaining insights around real-life leadership challenges and opportunities. We are currently accepting eight members from September 2024–June 2025 to embark on a 10-month collaborative journey toward effective leadership. Learn more about this opportunity at https://bit.ly/ReellCohort24
Free Monthly Web Series
The Reell Office will begin offering a free monthly web series to explore aspects of seeing things whole. This 30-minute interactive dialogue will dive into practices that foster curiosity, dignity, humility, and trust. Expert interviews with seasoned leaders will inspire you to embrace holistic leadership and work towards the common good. Join our first session on Friday, June 14th at 12pm to hear more about “Asking Powerful Questions” with Carolyn Evans, Ph.D.
Learn more and register at https://bit.ly/ReellInsights
Murphy Square Improvement Project Begins Today
submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu
This summer, the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board will undertake a $200,000 project to update Murphy Square, including a more direct east-west crossing.
We have been informed that the Park Board expects fencing to be put up around the perimeter of the park starting today, May 30, in preparation for construction to begin in early June. The park will be closed to the public (including the Augsburg community) for the duration of the project.
A reopening date is anticipated in late summer, though there likely will be some usage limitations through the fall.
Sad News About Former Faculty Member Kermit Paulson ’62
submitted by gubrud@augsburg.edu
The Office of the Provost received the sad news of the death that Kermit Paulson ‘62, retired professor of physics, passed away on May 21, 2024. After graduating with a double major in physics and mathematics, he returned to Augsburg to teach in the physics department from 1968 until he retired in 1986.
Memorial Services for Kermit will be held Sunday, June 2, at HOPE Lutheran Church (3337 Kingsbarn Avenue) in River Falls, WI. Visitation will begin at 1:30 p.m. followed by the memorial service at 3:00 p.m. A reception will be held immediately following the service at the Winds of the Spirits Pavilion at HOPE Lutheran Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred, and can be directed to the family for use in honor of Kermit.
Please join us in keeping Kermit’s family, friends, and colleagues in your thoughts and prayers.
Apply for the AugSem Director Position
submitted by gubrud@augsburg.edu
Provost Paula O’Loughlin invites faculty members to apply for the AugSem Director position. After reflection and conversation with the current AugSem Director Kristen Chamberlain, this new position will focus on AugSem specifically and not on other first-year experiences. The fall courses are ready to go so the hand-off will be seamless and manageable. The job description is attached. All regular full-time faculty are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to those who have achieved the rank of Associate Professor with tenure at Augsburg and/or those who have previously taught AugSem. For full consideration, interested applicants should send a current CV and a 1-2 page letter of interest to provost@augsburg.edu by June 14, 2024.
Weaving Together the Past, Present, and Future of 2511 E. Franklin Avenue
submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu
Augsburg recently announced an agreement to sell the former Bethany Lutheran Church property at 2511 E. Franklin Ave. to the Somali Museum of Minnesota to develop a permanent museum facility and cultural center on the site.
Neighbors and community members are invited to attend a community gathering about the past, present, and future of 2511 E. Franklin Ave. Please join us to learn about the Somali Museum and their vision for the site. Participants will be invited to share stories about the site’s history and place in Seward.
Saturday, April 27, 2024
12:30–3:30 p.m.
Matthews Recreation Center
2318 29th Ave. S., Minneapolis
For questions about the gathering, contact krista@redesigninc.org.
Thinking About What’s Next After Graduation? Interested in Going Overseas?
submitted by devries@augsburg.edu
Have you considered applying for a Fulbright to teach or research abroad?
Augsburg has a great track record of helping students win these prestigious awards. Check out the list at https://www.augsburg.edu/urgo/scholarships/augsburg-awardees/
If you’re curious, please contact Prof. Jacqueline deVries, Augsburg Fulbright Coordinator devries@augsburg.edu Deadlines for the 2025-26 awards are in early September 2024.
TODAY: HLC Mock Site Visit – Open Forum for Faculty and Staff
submitted by jacobsm@augsburg.edu
On Friday, April 26th, we will be welcoming Dr. Marci Sortor, Provost, St. Olaf College to campus. Dr. Sortor has experience as an HLC peer reviewer and has graciously agreed to serve as a reviewer for our mock site visit to help us prepare for our upcoming reaffirmation of accreditation visit in October 2024. On behalf of the HLC Steering Committee, I would like to invite you to participate in the following session: Open forum for faculty and staff on Criteria 3 (Teaching and Learning: Quality, Resources, and Support) and 4 (Teaching and Learning: Evaluation and Improvement).
Here’s what you need to know:
WHO: All faculty (RFT and adjunct) and staff
WHAT: An opportunity to practice answering questions related to teaching, learning, and assessment.
WHEN: Friday, April 26th from 10:45am to 11:30am
WHERE: Marshall Room
WHY: To help ensure our community is ready for our HLC site visit on October 21-22, 2024.
HOW: You can prepare by reviewing the draft assurance argument, focusing on Criteria 3 and 4. The draft argument can be found in Moodle.
Please consider joining us!
MNUDL Is Seeking Fluent Spanish Speakers for Paid Opportunity
submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu
Fluent in Spanish? Be a Debate Judge for the Spanish Debate League
The Minnesota Urban Debate League, a program of Augsburg University, is looking for Spanish-speaking adults to judge our Spanish Debate League. This program helps middle and high school students build confidence, grow their academic skills, improve their fluency, and connect with other Spanish speakers in the Twin Cities.
*NO DEBATE EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED, BUT YOU MUST BE FLUENT IN SPANISH!*
You will earn $55 for each tournament you judge. We will provide transportation if necessary.
Tournaments will happen at the following dates and times:
• April 25: Held at WTMS from 3:15-7:15 PM.
• May 4: Virtual tournament (held online) 12:15-5:15 PM
• May 8: Location TBA, held 3:15-7:15 PM.
Learn more and sign up here: https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/volunteer-opportunities/
Search the calendar for: Español/Spanish Debate
Need more info? Talk to our volunteer coordinator, Johan, at: fullard1@augsburg.edu. He speaks Spanish!
*Let Johan know if you have transportation needs!*
Online Survey—Chance to Win $100 Gift Card
submitted by fleigr@augsburg.edu
Hello Auggies! I am a graduate student seeking participants for a research study. I am exploring how one’s ability to recognize and regulate their own and others’ emotions may relate to feelings of depression and social disconnect. Participation in this study will involve completing a series of behavioral health inventories and a demographic screener that will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. These inventories will ask if you have experienced symptoms of depression or loneliness and ask how intensely you experience your everyday emotions. Following completion of these inventories, participants will complete a test online that will walk participants through a variety of different tasks, such as recognition of facial expressions and implied social meanings. This test will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. All participation in this study is done online from the comfort of your own home. Students are invited to participate in this study if you: (1) are between the ages of 18 and 31; (2) have not been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, schizophrenia, or a personality disorder; (3) have not experienced an interpersonally traumatic life event (i.e., assault by another human being); and (4) are not currently experiencing a major health concern (i.e., life threatening illness/injury or significant transplant/removal surgery).
For your time, participants will be entered into a random lottery drawing for one of three $100 Amazon gift cards!
If you have any questions or concerns regarding participation in this study, please contact me at fleigr@augsburg.edu. If you would like to participate in this study, please click the link below. You will be taken to a secure, online survey where you will be presented with a consent form followed by the demographic screener and brief inventories. Upon completion of these, you will be shown the link to the final assessment.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7LPN7K3
Thank you!
Get Your Mail Over the Summer
submitted by longj@augsburg.edu
As we near the end of another year please don’t forget to take care of your campus mailbox. This includes checking it for any mail, returning your lock and filing out the survey for what you would like us to do with your mail after this semester.
Two weeks after the spring semester ends (May 17, 2024) we will be closing all student campus boxes. Then in August before the fall semester starts we will reassign them (possible new numbers) to all students living on campus. Commuter students can then request to have a campus box if they would like one.
If you would like your mail forwarded or would like to keep your mailbox open for the summer, please either fill out this survey (https://forms.gle/Jwo9MsvTgnECbYh49). There is also an option to be reassigned your current campus box number for the next semester if you will be returning in the fall.
We are only able to forward 1st Class USPS mail and packages. Other packages (UPS, FedEx, Amazon, etc.), magazines, non-profit mail and standard mail will not be forwarded. We can also only forward to USA addresses. The forwarding period for the Augsburg Mailroom is two months from when the request is submitted. Afterward any additional mail we receive will be returned to sender.
We request that you contact the people/business sending you mail and update your address with them. Enrolling in online/electronic bills or statements can also be a smart option. It is environmentally friendly, secure and will often save you time (and sometimes money). Asking us to forward your mail does not change your mailing address with the post office or the University, just the Mailroom.
New Student Positions This Week (3)
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
04/23/2024: Public Safety Student Overnight Patrols, Summer 2024
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999982734323-public-safety-student-overnight-patrols-summer-2024
04/23/2024: Bonner Community Leaders Student Program Assistant 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999982655213-bonner-community-leaders-student-program-assistant-2024-25
04/23/2024: Strommen Center Student Career Peer Advisor, Academic Year 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999982654443-strommen-center-student-career-peer-advisor-academic-year-2024-25
TODAY: HLC Mock Site Visit – Open Forum for Staff
submitted by jacobsm@augsburg.edu
On Friday, April 26th, we will be welcoming Dr. Marci Sortor, Provost, St. Olaf College to campus. Dr. Sortor has experience as an HLC peer reviewer and has graciously agreed to serve as a reviewer for our mock site visit to help us prepare for our upcoming reaffirmation of accreditation visit in October 2024. On behalf of the HLC Steering Committee, I would like to invite you to participate in the following session: Open forum for staff.
Here’s what you need to know:
WHO: All staff and faculty
WHAT: An opportunity to practice answering questions that may be posed during our visit in Fall 2024.
WHEN: Friday, April 26th from 1pm to 1:45pm
WHERE: Marshall Room
WHY: To help ensure our community is ready for our HLC site visit on October 21-22, 2024.
HOW: You can prepare by reviewing the draft assurance argument. The draft can be found in Moodle.
Please consider joining us!
Your Kid Can Enjoy Camp on Campus This Summer: Sign Up for MNUDL Summer Speech and Debate Camp
submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu
Announcing MNUDL’s On-Campus Academic Camp for Middle and High School Students: Register Now
Looking for a way to keep your middle or high school student engaged this summer?
The Minnesota Urban Debate League, a program of Augsburg University, is hosting 5 weeks of summer speech and debate camps in 2024. Camps will be held on-campus and include lunch in the Augsburg cafeteria. After-care is available for middle school students for an additional fee.
Camps include Policy Debate, Public Forum, Congressional Debate, Lincoln Douglas Debate, Speech, and more.
Whether your student has debate experience or not, we’ve got a camp for all levels, from true beginners to intermediate to advanced!
Generous scholarships are available for those with financial need. Payment plans are also an option. You can register and claim your spot with a $5 deposit while applying for scholarships!
Learn more and sign up ASAP:
MN Twins Tickets (May 5)
submitted by isaacson@augsburg.edu
I have two tickets for sale to see the MN Twins play the Boston Red Sox that I’m unable to use due to a family event. Seats are in Section 321, Row 1, Seats 17 and 18. Asking $22 each. Email isaacson@augsburg.edu with questions or to arrange payment / pickup.
Days in May Schedule and Registration
submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu
The Center for Teaching and Learning is pleased to announce that our 2024 Days in May Professional Development Conference will take place Wednesday, May 8 – Thursday, May 9, 2024, 8:30 am to 3:00 pm, in-person at the Oren Gateway Center. We invite all members of the Augsburg community to join us for two days of Reflecting and Reimagining in Community.
The complete schedule & program is available at https://sites.augsburg.edu/ctl/.
New Staff Positions This Week (3)
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
04/24/2024: Campus Locksmith
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999982971043-campus-locksmith
04/24/2024: Confluence Seasonal Coordinator, Temporary
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/bdaeafdb-9a19-4537-82b0-6b40e494fc33-confluence-seasonal-coordinator-temporary
04/23/2024: Event and Conference Coordinator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999982662987-event-and-conference-coordinator
Bon Voyage at Lindell Library—May 3
submitted by fillbran@augsburg.edu
Mark your calendars for a “bon voyage” celebration that we will hold in the learning commons on the first floor of Lindell Library on Friday, May 3 from 2pm to 5pm.
The library will see three retirements at the end of May: Mary Hollerich, Mike Bloomberg, and Karen Alexander. We want to celebrate their combined 38 years of service to Augsburg, as well as say a fond farewell to our upcoming student graduates.
This celebration will be potluck style with book-themed dishes where puns are welcome (for example, “Olives or Twix,” “Infinite Chex,” “Curious Gruyère,” etc.) You’re welcome to bring something to share with or without a pun–or just yourselves! Stop by whenever you like.
Hiring Peer Advisors for the 2024-2025 Academic Year
submitted by musto@augsburg.edu
for the 2024-2025 Academic Year
submitted by musto@augsburg.edu
Are you looking for an on-campus job next fall?
Are you a second year or above?
Are you interested in supporting your peers and learning more about career services?
The Strommen Center is hiring peer advisors for the 2024-2025 academic year. If you are a strong communicator and creative problem solver looking to grow your leadership skills, manage multiple tasks throughout your shift, and are enthusiastic about helping other students, this role is for you!
Visit the link below to apply today!
Chapel: D.J. Chatelaine
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am for the final chapel service of the school year as we celebrate our pastoral intern D.J. Chatelaine. He will preach, and we will offer sending blessings to him. We will feature special music throughout the service.
St Paul Saints Tickets
submitted by isaacson@augsburg.edu
Due to a number of early spring events, I have a few St Paul Saints tickets for sale. There are 2 seats for each game on the first base line (Section 105, Row 10, Seats 1 and 2 on the aisle). A great view of the action! Asking $18 per ticket per game.
Friday, April 26th 6:40 pm
Sunday, April 28th 2:07 pm
Saturday, May 4th 2:07 pm
Email isaacson@augsburg.edu with questions or to arrange payment / pickup
New Student Position: Public Safety Student Overnight Patrols, Summer 2024
Public Safety is seeking to hire student employees to work during the hours of midnight to 6:00 am throughout the weeks of summer. Duties for this position include the following:
- Assist Residence Life staff as requested in responding to incidents in the residence halls
- Provide building access to emergency services as needed (Police, Fire, EMS)
- Grant access to residential spaces upon request and confirmation of residency
- Walkthrough academic and administrative buildings
- Observe and report to dispatch any suspicious activity, and coordinate with DPS dispatch on emergency services response (Police, Fire, EMS)
- Patrol campus property and report concerns such as safety issues, facilities problems, or suspicious behavior
TRIO/SSS Is Hiring Three Summer Bridge Peer Mentors
submitted by rodrig@augsburg.edu
The position for a TRIO/SSS Summer Bridge Peer Mentor is open and we need applicants!!
This is a great opportunity to become a mentor to the incoming Summer Bridge students.
You can play a part in their future success at Augsburg by being closely involved with them.
This is an amazing opportunity, so apply for the position ASAP on Handshake.
The deadline to apply is on Friday, May 3rd.
Hiring Peer Advisors for the 2024-2025 Academic Year
submitted by musto@augsburg.edu
Are you looking for an on-campus job next fall?
Are you a second year or above?
Are you interested in supporting your peers and learning more about career services?
The Strommen Center is hiring peer advisors for the 2024-2025 academic year. If you are a strong communicator and creative problem solver looking to grow your leadership skills, manage multiple tasks throughout your shift, and are enthusiastic about helping other students, this role is for you!
Visit the linkbelow to apply today!
Chapel: Blessing of the Bicycles
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
In celebration of Earth Month, we offer a blessing of the bicycles in chapel today. Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 11:30 am and bring your bike if you are able.
Days in May Schedule and Registration
submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu
The Center for Teaching and Learning is pleased to announce that our 2024 Days in May Professional Development Conference will take place Wednesday, May 8 – Thursday, May 9, 2024, 8:30 am to 3:00 pm, in-person at the Oren Gateway Center. We invite all members of the Augsburg community to join us for two days of Reflecting and Reimagining in Community.
The complete schedule & program is available at https://sites.augsburg.edu/ctl/.
Bon Voyage at Lindell Library—May 3
submitted by fillbran@augsburg.edu
Mark your calendars for a “bon voyage” celebration that we will hold in the learning commons on the first floor of Lindell Library on Friday, May 3 from 2pm to 5pm.
The library will see three retirements at the end of May: Mary Hollerich, Mike Bloomberg, and Karen Alexander. We want to celebrate their combined 38 years of service to Augsburg, as well as say a fond farewell to our upcoming student graduates.
This celebration will be potluck style with book-themed dishes where puns are welcome (for example, “Olives or Twix,” “Infinite Chex,” “Curious Gruyère,” etc.) You’re welcome to bring something to share with or without a pun–or just yourselves! Stop by whenever you like.
Completed Your Financial Aid Steps for Next Year? Let Us Know
submitted by lenze@augsburg.edu
Have you completed your financial aid steps to get ready for next academic year?! If so, come to Christensen on April 25th from 11-12PM and receive cookies and a #Auggieready sticker!
Still need help with your FAFSA or DREAM Act Application? Reach out to student financial services to schedule an appointment!
Nominate Auggie Alumni for the 2024 Distinguished Alumni Awards
submitted by jonesma@augsburg.edu
Now is the time to nominate Auggie alumni for the various 2024 Distinguished Alumni Awards! Nominations are open for the First Decade Award, the Distinguished Alumni Award, the Spirit of Augsburg Award, and the Distinguished Service Award. Awards will be presented at Homecoming this fall. Nominations are due by the end of June.
Your Kid Can Enjoy Camp on Campus This Summer: Sign Up for MNUDL Summer Speech and Debate Camp
submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu
Announcing MNUDL’s On-Campus Academic Camp for Middle and High School Students: Register Now
Looking for a way to keep your middle or high school student engaged this summer?
The Minnesota Urban Debate League, a program of Augsburg University, is hosting 5 weeks of summer speech and debate camps in 2024. Camps will be held on-campus and include lunch in the Augsburg cafeteria. After-care is available for middle school students for an additional fee.
Camps include Policy Debate, Public Forum, Congressional Debate, Lincoln Douglas Debate, Speech, and more.
Whether your student has debate experience or not, we’ve got a camp for all levels, from true beginners to intermediate to advanced!
Generous scholarships are available for those with financial need. Payment plans are also an option. You can register and claim your spot with a $5 deposit while applying for scholarships!
Learn more and sign up ASAP:
MNUDL Is Seeking Fluent Spanish Speakers for Paid Opportunity
submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu
Fluent in Spanish? Be a Debate Judge for the Spanish Debate League
The Minnesota Urban Debate League, a program of Augsburg University, is looking for Spanish-speaking adults to judge our Spanish Debate League. This program helps middle and high school students build confidence, grow their academic skills, improve their fluency, and connect with other Spanish speakers in the Twin Cities.
*NO DEBATE EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED, BUT YOU MUST BE FLUENT IN SPANISH!*
You will earn $55 for each tournament you judge. We will provide transportation if necessary.
Tournaments will happen at the following dates and times:
• April 25: Held at WTMS from 3:15-7:15 PM.
• May 4: Virtual tournament (held online) 12:15-5:15 PM
• May 8: Location TBA, held 3:15-7:15 PM.
Learn more and sign up here: https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/volunteer-opportunities/
Search the calendar for: Español/Spanish Debate
Need more info? Talk to our volunteer coordinator, Johan, at: fullard1@augsburg.edu. He speaks Spanish!
*Let Johan know if you have transportation needs!*
Get Your Art Featured on the Cover of the Thó Wiŋ Magazine
submitted by endol@augsburg.edu
The Thó Wiŋ Literary and Arts Magazine is looking for art to feature on the cover of this year’s issue. The covers (both front and back) will be approximately 9×9″, so art must fit a square ratio. Pieces depicting themes related to Minnesota, Minneapolis, and especially our magazine’s namesake, Blue Star Woman, will be prioritized (more info about Blue Star Woman can be accessed at our website, https://thowin-magazine.com). Please send submissions from your Augsburg email to twmagazine@augsburg.edu in .pdf, .png, or .jpg format.
We are approaching our printing deadline, so please submit as soon as possible!
CWC Will Be Closed for the Summer: Starting May 2
submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu
The Center for Wellness and Counseling will be closed for the summer starting Thursday, May 2nd. Our office will be open again when classes start.
If you are in need of an urgent appointment or counseling, we have an After Hour Urgent Phone Counseling (is protocall still in effect?) service whenever the office is closed (just call 651-330-1707 and choose option 1). It is a 24 hours phone service and free for all Augsburg students. Otherwise, you can visit our website for more crisis support: https://www.augsburg.edu/cwc/crisis-support/
Walk-In Counseling Center also available and free to use, please visit: https://walkin.org/join-counseling-now-by-phone-or-computer/
For self-help and referral, please visit: https://www.augsburg.edu/cwc/self-help/
If this is an emergency, please contact 911 or the Department of Public Safety at 612-330-1717.
Last Day to RSVP: May 2 Faculty Recognition
submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu
Please join us on May 2, 2024 at 1:30 pm in Hoversten Chapel for Augsburg’s annual faculty recognition ceremony honoring Distinguished Award winners, tenured & promoted faculty, career milestones, departures, and retirements. The favor of your reply is appreciated on or before April 25.
Honorees and their families have received a separate e-invitation and do not need to respond again here.
HLC Mock Site Visit – Open Forum for Staff – This Friday
submitted by jacobsm@augsburg.edu
On Friday, April 26th, we will be welcoming Dr. Marci Sortor, Provost, St. Olaf College to campus. Dr. Sortor has experience as an HLC peer reviewer and has graciously agreed to serve as a reviewer for our mock site visit to help us prepare for our upcoming reaffirmation of accreditation visit in October 2024. On behalf of the HLC Steering Committee, I would like to invite you to participate in the following session: Open forum for staff.
Here’s what you need to know:
WHO: All staff and faculty
WHAT: An opportunity to practice answering questions that may be posed during our visit in Fall 2024.
WHEN: Friday, April 26th from 1pm to 1:45pm
WHERE: Marshall Room
WHY: To help ensure our community is ready for our HLC site visit on October 21-22, 2024.
HOW: You can prepare by reviewing the draft assurance argument. The draft can be found in Moodle.
Please consider joining us!
HLC Mock Site Visit – Open Forum for Faculty and Staff – This Friday
submitted by jacobsm@augsburg.edu
On Friday, April 26th, we will be welcoming Dr. Marci Sortor, Provost, St. Olaf College to campus. Dr. Sortor has experience as an HLC peer reviewer and has graciously agreed to serve as a reviewer for our mock site visit to help us prepare for our upcoming reaffirmation of accreditation visit in October 2024. On behalf of the HLC Steering Committee, I would like to invite you to participate in the following session: Open forum for faculty and staff on Criteria 3 (Teaching and Learning: Quality, Resources, and Support) and 4 (Teaching and Learning: Evaluation and Improvement).
Here’s what you need to know:
WHO: All faculty (RFT and adjunct) and staff
WHAT: An opportunity to practice answering questions related to teaching, learning, and assessment.
WHEN: Friday, April 26th from 10:45am to 11:30am
WHERE: Marshall Room
WHY: To help ensure our community is ready for our HLC site visit on October 21-22, 2024.
HOW: You can prepare by reviewing the draft assurance argument, focusing on Criteria 3 and 4. The draft argument can be found in Moodle.
Please consider joining us!
Online Survey—Chance to Win $100 Gift Card
submitted by fleigr@augsburg.edu
Hello Auggies! I am a graduate student seeking participants for a research study. I am exploring how one’s ability to recognize and regulate their own and others’ emotions may relate to feelings of depression and social disconnect. Participation in this study will involve completing a series of behavioral health inventories and a demographic screener that will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. These inventories will ask if you have experienced symptoms of depression or loneliness and ask how intensely you experience your everyday emotions. Following completion of these inventories, participants will complete a test online that will walk participants through a variety of different tasks, such as recognition of facial expressions and implied social meanings. This test will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. All participation in this study is done online from the comfort of your own home. Students are invited to participate in this study if you: (1) are between the ages of 18 and 31; (2) have not been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, schizophrenia, or a personality disorder; (3) have not experienced an interpersonally traumatic life event (i.e., assault by another human being); and (4) are not currently experiencing a major health concern (i.e., life threatening illness/injury or significant transplant/removal surgery).
For your time, participants will be entered into a random lottery drawing for one of three $100 Amazon gift cards!
If you have any questions or concerns regarding participation in this study, please contact me at fleigr@augsburg.edu. If you would like to participate in this study, please click the link below. You will be taken to a secure, online survey where you will be presented with a consent form followed by the demographic screener and brief inventories. Upon completion of these, you will be shown the link to the final assessment.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7LPN7K3
Thank you!
Don’t Forget Your Mail
submitted by longj@augsburg.edu
As we near the end of another year please don’t forget to take care of your campus mailbox. This includes checking it for any mail, returning your lock and filing out the survey for what you would like us to do with your mail after this semester.
Two weeks after the spring semester ends (May 17, 2024) we will be closing all student campus boxes. Then in August before the fall semester starts we will reassign them (possible new numbers) to all students living on campus. Commuter students can then request to have a campus box if they would like one.
If you would like your mail forwarded or would like to keep your mailbox open for the summer, please either fill out this survey (https://forms.gle/uCgbTTbq4S5Sjz6e9). There is also an option to be reassigned your current campus box number for the next semester if you will be returning in the fall.
We are only able to forward 1st Class USPS mail and packages. Other packages (UPS, FedEx, Amazon, etc.), magazines, non-profit mail and standard mail will not be forwarded. We can also only forward to USA addresses. The forwarding period for the Augsburg Mailroom is two months from when the request is submitted. Afterward any additional mail we receive will be returned to sender.
We request that you contact the people/business sending you mail and update your address with them. Enrolling in online/electronic bills or statements can also be a smart option. It is environmentally friendly, secure and will often save you time (and sometimes money). Asking us to forward your mail does not change your mailing address with the post office or the University, just the Mailroom.