Exciting Opportunity: The Revamped ASIX Peer Mentorship Program

submitted by geverdl@augsburg.edu

ASIX is thrilled to announce the expansion of our Peer Mentorship Program! Originally created to support Act Six scholars, this program is now open to all first-year students eager to take on leadership roles and to upperclassmen who want to guide and mentor the next generation of leaders on campus.

This is an incredible opportunity to build connections, develop leadership skills, and contribute to a supportive community grounded in social justice and inclusivity. Whether you’re looking for mentorship or interested in becoming a mentor, there’s a place for you!

First-year students interested in mentorship can sign up here: https://forms.gle/1ibsagm9PLULwmyW7

Upperclassmen leaders ready to mentor can sign up here: https://forms.gle/qL7YAAWLTjpAEq5F8

Don’t miss out on this chance to make an impact!

New Staff Positions This Week (4)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

11/18/2024: Ice Arena Attendant
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000027194891-ice-arena-attendant
11/13/2024: Assistive Technology and Accommodations Specialist
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000026283205-assistive-technology-and-accommodations-specialist
11/13/2024: Graduate Assistant Track & Field Coach
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000026248848-graduate-assistant-track-field-coach
11/13/2024: Associate Director, PSEO
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000026246765-associate-director-pseo

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Travelers EDGE – Scholarship, Career and Professional Program Info Session

submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu

In partnership with Strommen and AOSU, join us for an informational session about the Travelers EDGE program.

Date: Wed Nov 20th from 3:30-4:30pm
Location: Hagfors 150 B/C

Hear from current Scholars and Alumni on how they have benefited from the program and how it jumpstart their career.

Who are we recruiting?
– First year students
– Studying in accounting, communications, econ, finance, international business, management, math, MIS and marketing

What are the benefits to the program?
– Scholarship
– Career and professional development
– Internship and mentoring opportunities
– Community
– And more!

Learn more about Travelers EDGE

The TRIO/Student Support Services Office Will Be Closed on November 18, 19, and 20

submitted by rodrig@augsburg.edu

The TRIO/Student Support Services office will be closed on November 18, 19, & 20.

TRIO/SSS Staff will have limited access to voicemail and email. Please email staff directly or email triosss@augsburg.edu. Folks will get back as soon as available.

Thank you and have a great week!

Workshop and Discussion on the 2024 Election

submitted by underhil@augsburg.edu

This event is a chance for the Augsburg community to come together to ask questions, share resources, and discuss what we can do to respond to changes happening under the new administration on issues such as immigration, educational funding, the environment and climate change, and the overall state of democracy in America. There will be various faculty with expertise in these areas, but will make this open mostly for questions and discussion.

When: Thursday, November 21, 2024, 3:30 – 5:30
Where: East Commons, Christensen Center

Hosted by Prof. Joe Underhill (Environmental Studies and Political Science), Prof. Michael Lansing, (History Department) and Provost Paula O’Loughlin.

TODAY: Applications Now Open for PRISM Scholars Program

submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu

The PRISM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Funded by the National Science Foundation, PRISM Scholars receive scholarships of up to $5,000 per semester. Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:
– Enrolled at least half-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, biochemistry, chemistry, data science, computer science, mathematics, or physics)
– Within 5 semesters of graduating with a STEM degree as of Spring 2025 (graduating by May ‘27)
– Major GPA of 2.75 or higher
– U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or admitted refugee
– Demonstrated financial need as determined by financial aid status (Pell or MN State grant eligible or equivalent)

Application deadline: Monday, November 18th, 2024 at 11:59pm
Faculty reference deadline: Monday, November 25th, 2024 (applicants should get permission from one faculty member to serve as their reference and name them in their application).

Students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply as well as students who began at Augsburg.

To apply, visit: https://admissions.augsburg.edu/apply/?sr=1613e20d-1114-4b0e-a4fb-d7cca4474e2f
For more information, go to: https://www.augsburg.edu/stem/prism/

Questions? Contact: Dr. Jennifer Brookins-King, brookinj@augsburg.edu or stop by Hagfors 101, Tuesdays, between 11:30 am-12:30 pm.

The PRISM Scholarship Program is funded by NSF Award #2030638 through August 2025. Scholarships awarded Fall 2025 and beyond are contingent on continued funding.

Funding for PRISM is provided through the National Science Foundation (NSF) S-STEM program which provides support for high-achieving STEM students with financial need at Augsburg University, Century College, Minneapolis College, and Normandale Community College.

Finish Your Augsburg Experience Requirement for Free with MN Urban Debate League

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

The Minnesota Urban Debate League, a program of Augsburg University, makes debate teams possible in Twin Cities schools for 1,400+ students! For the first time, MNUDL is now an Augsburg Experience program.

You can support our youth and gain valuable skills as part of the AUGEX5B Special Immersion: MN Urban Debate League course.

Benefits of participating:
• This counts toward your Augsburg Experience requirement, but it’s a 0-credit course, so you do NOT have to pay for participation.
• No specific major requirement!
• By participating, you can become qualified to judge multiple types of debate, which can lead to future paying gigs with the MNUDL!

The spring semester course will take place from 12:30-1:30 PM on Fridays. The location will be the Anderson Hall basement (near the Campus Cupboard and MNUDL office.)

You’ll complete 40 hours supporting the MNUDL (20 must be completed off-campus.)

Register ASAP for: AUGEX5B.

Use this link to find all the information you need to register: https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/mnudl-augsburg-experience/

Questions? Contact:
Johan at udlvolunteers@augsburg.edu.

PLUS! Johan will be tabling in the Christensen Center, answering your questions, on Thursday, November 21st. (¡Él habla español!)

Phillips Scholars Program – Students Take on Community Problems and Receive Scholarships

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

The Phillips Scholars Program application for the 2025-26 cohort is open until February 28, 2025. Phillips Scholars create and test innovative ideas that address community problems — running their own summer programming. There’s support along the way, with the students coming together to develop their leadership skills and prepare for their projects. Scholars receive more than $9,000 in scholarships and stipends. Ten students from 15 eligible Minnesota private colleges and universities will be selected each year.

Interested students should contact Jenean Gilmer (gilmerj@augsburg.edu) to connect with Jenean about your project proposal and begin the online application.

Phillips Scholars Program & Application

Staff Senate Hosts Gathering on November 20

submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu

The Staff Senate will host its first casual meet and greet on Wednesday, November 20th from 3:30 – 4:30pm in OCG 100. Come for the whole gathering or drop in as you can.

This will be the first date to gather and share staff experiences with the Senate. Light refreshments will be provided.

Fill out the RSVP Form (https://forms.gle/G5udjM8oCVcimWV56) to let us know if you will be able to join us on Wednesday, November 20th, other times that would be good for you to participate in staff senate events and gatherings, and to share any other questions or concerns you might have.

Save the date for some Wellness with Mel on Monday December 9th at 12:30pm. Mel will tour the Fitness Center and share how you can use equipment to destress.

To contact the Staff Senate, please send messages with praises, shout-outs, concerns, issues or observations to staffsenate@augsburg.edu.

Coffee Fundraiser

submitted by olsenkat@augsburg.edu

It’s the time of year again to think about gifts and staying awake in the shorter days! The PA students are holding a coffee fundraiser for student society and for donations to The Domestic Abuse Project.

They have partnered with Mill City Roasters to sell custom 12 oz bags of cold brew, light & medium roast coffee!

$18 per bag

Sales go from Nov 18-29th. You can pick them up at our classroom or Christensen Center after Dec 10th, just in time for holidays!

View the Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xU1CYv3b9roFMWzPZ3VpcSSgXZYdE0DC/view?usp=sharing

Order Today

New Staff Positions This Week (5)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

11/13/2024: Assistive Technology and Accommodations Specialist
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000026283205-assistive-technology-and-accommodations-specialist
11/13/2024: Graduate Assistant Track & Field Coach
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000026248848-graduate-assistant-track-field-coach
11/13/2024: Seasonal Assistant Men’s Wrestling Coach
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000026247703-seasonal-assistant-men-s-wrestling-coach
11/13/2024: Associate Director, PSEO
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000026246765-associate-director-pseo
11/08/2024: Financial Aid Counselor
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000025555075-financial-aid-counselor

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Is This Your Cat?

submitted by tesfayel@augsburg.edu

Hello! I found a cat following people around Augsburg University for many hours. I have since been keeping them safe and fed. They seem to be a healthy Tuxedo cat who is very friendly, leading me to believe that they might not be a stray cat. Their nose looks like a black heart, and they have a black spot on their left arm and on the back of their right leg. They also have beautiful long whiskers. I believe they belongs around the cedar/riverside area. If you know whos cat this is, or have further questions please email me at tesfayel@augsburg.edu. For photos visit: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CwygMMyFapTmfqyE9jn4eHYqFVmEFODh?usp=sharing

RSVP for a Birria Tacos Workshop with Campus Kitchen This Wednesday

submitted by kojimam@augsburg.edu

Join Campus Kitchen for a Food Lab workshop making Birria Tacos this Wednesday 11/20 at 4:30pm in Hagfors 108! Please RSVP via this google form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdSknCbye5v6ah_zxVNsywBZeo4m2MK50L42PbWnQjYW32sPQ/viewform

The purpose of Food Lab Workshop is to teach the Augsburg community how to cook a variety of dishes and build community through food. Everything from the ingredients (e.g. Oil and Seasonings) to cooking appliances are provided for students attending workshops. If you are interested in hosting a workshop, email campuskitchen@augsburg.edu.

Time to Sign Up for Augsburg’s Annual Anti-Racism Training

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete an annual anti-racism training.

Please visit the following link for more information about this year’s training:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/anti-racism-training/

Click Here to Register

CRES/English Faculty Candidates on Campus

submitted by boylek@augsburg.edu

Students are invited to meet with candidates who will be visiting to interview for the Black Studies and Literary Studies position, in the CRES and English departments. Other members of the Augsburg community are also welcome at these sessions. The sessions scheduled so far are listed below:

Candidate #1—Tuesday, November 19, 12:00-1:00, Riverside Room (Christensen Center)

Candidate #2—Friday, November 22, 11:00-12:00, Oren 100

Pizza will be provided.

Please email aoki@augsburg.edu with any questions.

Auggies Participate in an Annual Math Contest

submitted by belik@augsburg.edu

Twelve talented Augsburg students participated in the annual Jerry Heuer MAA-NCS Team Competition on Saturday, November 16. Working in teams of three, they worked on solving 10 challenging math problems competing against 60+ other teams from Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Canada.Results will be announced in the next couple of weeks. The participating students were: Ariana Beeby, Krystal Bollinger, Max Figura, Taylor Fritz, Seán Gaffaney, Yuva Gottimukala Suresh, Hannah Larson, Addison McCarl, Clay Porter, Ivie Taft, Leah Tift, and Arabella Velleux. Thanks to the math club Unbounded and Prof. Haines for their support of the event.

https://www.northcentral.maa.org/teamcontest

Check In and Connect – Wednesday at 4:30 p.m.

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

A group for students who would like a brief mental health check-in, to get support from peers, and CWC counseling staff, and to connect with others in the Augsburg Community. Pizza will be provided. For more information, stop by CWC!

https://www.instagram.com/p/DBJady0RrQz/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Phillips Scholars Program – Students, Take on Community Problems and Receive Scholarships

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

The Phillips Scholars Program application for the 2025-26 cohort is open until February 28, 2025. Phillips Scholars create and test innovative ideas that address community problems — running their own summer programming. There’s support along the way, with the students coming together to develop their leadership skills and prepare for their projects. Scholars receive more than $9,000 in scholarships and stipends. Ten students from 15 eligible Minnesota private colleges and universities will be selected each

Interested students should contact Jenean Gilmer (gilmerj@augsburg.edu) to connect with Jenean about your project proposal and begin the online application.

Phillips Scholars Program & Application

Applications Are Now Open for the PRISM Scholars Program

submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu

The PRISM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Funded by the National Science Foundation, PRISM Scholars receive scholarships of up to $5,000 per semester. Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:
– Enrolled at least half-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, biochemistry, chemistry, data science, computer science, mathematics, or physics)
– Within 5 semesters of graduating with a STEM degree as of Spring 2025 (graduating by May ‘27)
– Major GPA of 2.75 or higher
– U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or admitted refugee
– Demonstrated financial need as determined by financial aid status (Pell or MN State grant eligible or equivalent)

Application deadline: Monday, November 18th, 2024 at 11:59pm
Faculty reference deadline: Monday, November 25th, 2024 (applicants should get permission from one faculty member to serve as their reference and name them in their application).

Students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply as well as students who began at Augsburg.

To apply, visit: https://admissions.augsburg.edu/apply/?sr=1613e20d-1114-4b0e-a4fb-d7cca4474e2f
For more information, go to: https://www.augsburg.edu/stem/prism/

Questions? Contact: Dr. Jennifer Brookins-King, brookinj@augsburg.edu or stop by Hagfors 101, Tuesdays, between 11:30 am-12:30 pm.

The PRISM Scholarship Program is funded by NSF Award #2030638 through August 2025. Scholarships awarded Fall 2025 and beyond are contingent on continued funding.

Funding for PRISM is provided through the National Science Foundation (NSF) S-STEM program which provides support for high-achieving STEM students with financial need at Augsburg University, Century College, Minneapolis College, and Normandale Community College.

Jumpstart Your Career – Join Travelers EDGE

submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu

In partnership with Strommen and AOSU, join us for an informational session about the Travelers EDGE program.

Date: Wed Nov 20th from 3:30-4:30pm
Location: Hagfors 150 B/C

Hear from current Scholars and Alumni on how they have benefited from the program and how it jumpstart their career.

Who are we recruiting?
– First year students
– Studying in accounting, communications, econ, finance, international business, management, math, MIS and marketing

What are the benefits to the program?
– Scholarship
– Career and professional development
– Internship and mentoring opportunities
– Community
– And more!

Learn more about Travelers EDGE

Check In and Connect – Weekly on Wednesday

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

A group for students who would like a brief mental health check-in, to get support from peers, and CWC counseling staff, and to connect with others in the Augsburg Community. Pizza will be provided. For more information, stop by CWC!

https://www.instagram.com/p/DBJady0RrQz/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

First-Years and Sophomores: Address a Community Need with a 2026 Phillips Scholars Summer Project

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Phillips Scholars create and test innovative ideas that address community needs — running their own programming in the summer of 2026. There’s support along the way, with the students coming together starting this May and throughout the 2025-26 academic year. Scholars receive more than $9,000 in scholarships and stipends.

Ten students from any of the Minnesota private colleges listed here will be named Phillips Scholars. Financial need is one of the criteria.

Find more details and the application here:
http://www.mnprivatecolleges.org/phillips

Email Jenean Gilmer, gilmerje@augbsburg.edu to learn more!

Free Flu Shots on Campus TODAY, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

All Augsburg community members are invited to get a flu shot from M Health Fairview staff on Thursday Nov 14th, 11am-3pm in the Christensen Student Center.

Free, No insurance necessary

Walk in any time 11am-3pm

Why Get The Flu Vaccine?
• Protect Yourself: Reduce the risk and severity of the flu
• Protect Others: Helps prevent spreading the flu, especially to vulnerable groups.
• Quick & Easy: Takes just a few minutes and lasts all flu season!

https://calendar.augsburg.edu/event/free-flu-shot-clinic-with-m-health-fairview/

Capitol Pathways Program – Paid Internships at the State Capitol – Applications Due TOMORROW

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

Capitol Pathways is a paid spring internship program for BIPOC college students. With the long-term goal of making Minnesota state government and policymaking more representative of our diverse communities, our program provides students leadership, legislative and career readiness training alongside an immersive internship experience with an organization working in policy during the legislative session. This is a spring internship from January – May, 2025.

Minnesota Capitol Pathways Information & Application

Now Hiring: MNUDL Program Site Visit Specialist

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

The Minnesota Urban Debate League is a program of Augsburg University. We provide academic competitive debate programming to 1,400+ Twin Cities middle and high school students. We’re currently hiring for the MNUDL Program Site Visit Specialist position.

The MNUDL Program Site Visit Specialist & Tournament Support (contract position) – will be paid $25/hr to provide site visit and tournament support to MNUDL schools, focusing on new programs created from a Minnesota Humanities Center Grant.

You will support coaches (primarily new teachers) through site visits at practices.

You will also assist in tournament operations.

Maximum number of hours provided by the grant is 720, or approximately 30 hours per week – between mid-November through May. Practices and tournaments take place after school and in the evenings.

Find more information about the position and how to apply at the MNUDL website:

https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/work-with-us/

Act Now: Open Enrollment for 2025 Benefits – November 11–24

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

Open Enrollment for 2025 benefits is here! This is your opportunity to elect or change benefit options for the upcoming year. Outside of this period, you can only make changes following a qualifying life event.

Recordings of our benefits information sessions have been posted to the Open Enrollment webpage https://sites.augsburg.edu/hr/employees/benefits/open-enrollment/

Don’t Miss Out
If you do not enroll or make updates by Sunday, November 24, you will have no coverage as of January 1, 2025. You’ll need to wait until the next open enrollment to elect coverage unless you experience a qualifying life event.

Enroll Today
You can adjust your elections anytime until the deadline. Review your options, make your choices, and submit your 2025 elections form to secure your coverage.

Upcoming Open Enrollment Information Events:
– 11/19, 1:00–3:00 p.m. – Enrollment Help, Sverdrup 202

Take Action Now
Access the Enrollment Form: Inside Augsburg > Administrative Tasks > Open Enrollment
Complete and Submit the 2025 form, even if waiving coverage, by November 24.

Your 2024 benefits will not automatically carry over to 2025. Take action to secure health, dental, vision, and flexible spending or health savings account coverage for the new year.

Open Enrollment Benefits Information

New Staff Positions This Week (3)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

11/08/2024: Financial Aid Counselor
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000025555075-financial-aid-counselor
11/07/2024: Advancement Systems Specialist
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000025290350-advancement-systems-specialist
11/07/2024: 2nd Shift Custodian
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000025261375-2nd-shift-custodian

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Farewell Open House for Lauren Radomski

submitted by mcgillik@augsburg.edu

I am both sad and excited to announce that Lauren Radomski is leaving her position as Assistive Technology/Accommodations Specialist in the CLASS office. Please join us in Lindell 216 for a farewell open house on Tuesday, November 19 at 3:00. p.m. Lauren has contributed so much to Augsburg by coordinating our accommodated testing, helping students find technology to assist them in their work, and consulting with faculty to make their course materials accessible. We share her excitement about her new opportunity, but will truly miss Lauren and her caring and competent work with all of us.

Writing Your First Grant, TODAY, Noon – 1 p.m.

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

Presenter/s: John Anderson, Director, Grants and Sponsored Programs

Description: Applying for a grant can be an intimidating process, especially if you have never done it before. But you don’t have to do it alone! This session introduces you to the people and resources at Augsburg who can help you identify and apply for grant funding. Attendees will learn the benefits that grants offer for one’s career, forms of support available to help you get started, and Augsburg’s procedures for submitting a grant proposal.

Location: Marshall Room

Grant Workshop Registration

Call for Platic Bags

submitted by mcgeed11@augsburg.edu

Call for Plastic Bags!
Hey Augsburg University community!
As part of The Great Northern Festival this coming winter, a faculty from the Art & Design Department is creating an installation piece to raise sustainability awareness.
WE NEED YOUR HELP! We’re collecting clean plastic bags (no need to wash them, but no food residue) for this installation. If you have any plastic bags you’d like to donate, please drop them off in collection boxes: Christensen (outside of the Gallery) by November 15th or on the main floor of Old Main.
Let’s come together to support this creative initiative and make a positive impact!
Thank you for your contributions!
#AugsburgArt #Sustainability #TheGreatNorthernFestival

Finish Your Augsburg Experience Requirement for Free with MN Urban Debate League

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

The Minnesota Urban Debate League, a program of Augsburg University, makes debate teams possible in Twin Cities schools for 1,400+ students! For the first time, MNUDL is now an Augsburg Experience program.

You can support our youth and gain valuable skills as part of the AUGEX5B Special Immersion: MN Urban Debate League course.

Benefits of participating:
• This counts toward your Augsburg Experience requirement, but it’s a 0-credit course, so you do NOT have to pay for participation.
• No specific major requirement!
• By participating, you can become qualified to judge multiple types of debate, which can lead to future paying gigs with the MNUDL!

The spring semester course will take place from 12:30-1:30 PM on Fridays. The location will be the Anderson Hall basement (near the Campus Cupboard and MNUDL office.)

You’ll complete 40 hours supporting the MNUDL (20 must be completed off-campus.)

Register ASAP for: AUGEX5B.

Questions? Contact:
Johan at udlvolunteers@augsburg.edu.

PLUS! Johan will be tabling in the Christensen Center, answering your questions, on Thursday, November 21st. (¡Él habla español!)

Free Flu Shots on Campus TOMORROW, November 14, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

All Augsburg community members are invited to get a flu shot from M Health Fairview staff on Thursday Nov 14th, 11am-3pm in the Christensen Student Center.

Free, No insurance necessary

Walk in any time 11am-3pm

Why Get The Flu Vaccine?
• Protect Yourself: Reduce the risk and severity of the flu
• Protect Others: Helps prevent spreading the flu, especially to vulnerable groups.
• Quick & Easy: Takes just a few minutes and lasts all flu season!

https://calendar.augsburg.edu/event/free-flu-shot-clinic-with-m-health-fairview/

Capitol Pathways Program – Paid Internships at the State Capitol – Applications Due Friday

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

Capitol Pathways is a paid spring internship program for BIPOC college students. With the long-term goal of making Minnesota state government and policymaking more representative of our diverse communities, our program provides students leadership, legislative and career readiness training alongside an immersive internship experience with an organization working in policy during the legislative session. This is a spring internship from January – May, 2025.

Minnesota Capitol Pathways Information & Application

Webinar TOMORROW, November 14: Updates to Retirement Plan

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

Updates to the Augsburg University Retirement Plan beginning in November 2024

Attend a webinar to learn more about upcoming changes!
Thursday November 14, 12 noon – 1:00 p.m. https://event.on24.com/wcc/r/4759217/5547DCC960E44A8711A1D2FC36FD0127

Join us for an education session where you can learn about the upcoming changes to the Augsburg University retirement plan, along with actions you may want to consider. The session will be presented by Molly Phelps, TIAA Senior Director, Integrated Solutions, and will be recorded for those who cannot attend.

New features to help you plan and save for your retirement are coming soon. Important plan enhancements will begin in November 2024, and are intended to give you the investment options, services and tools that can help you plan for your retirement savings goals.

What Is Changing:
– New investment offerings
– Able to connect with advisors from NFP and TIAA
– Account number update
– Reduced fees

What’s Not Changing:
– Plan structure (contribution levels) remains the same
– Accounts will be managed by TIAA
– Account access remains the same

The enhancements do not require you to take any action at this time.

To schedule an appointment with a TIAA financial consultant, go to TIAA.org/schedulenow, or call 800-732-8353.

To schedule a retirement plan guidance session with an NFP advisor, email retirementinfo@nfp.com or call 800-959-0071.

You may download a copy of the transition communications at TIAA.org/Augsburg.

It’s our goal to keep you informed throughout the upcoming transition. If you have questions or need assistance, please reach out to the Human Resources office.

Register and Attend Webinar

TODAY: Focused Conversation on Strategic Enrollment Planning

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

All faculty and staff are invited to the November Focused Conversation at 11:30 a.m. today. Join Vice President for Strategic Enrollment Management Robert Gould for a conversation about strategic enrollment planning towards the goal of 5,000 Auggies by 2030.

Wednesday, November 13, 2024
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Marshall Room or via Zoom

To view the Focused Conversation schedule and access the livestream link, visit the All Hands page.

All Hands | Inside Augsburg (login required)

Phillips Scholars Program – Students Take on Community Problems and Receive Scholarships

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

The Phillips Scholars Program application for the 2025-26 cohort is open until February 28, 2025. Phillips Scholars create and test innovative ideas that address community problems — running their own summer programming. There’s support along the way, with the students coming together to develop their leadership skills and prepare for their projects. Scholars receive more than $9,000 in scholarships and stipends. Ten students from 15 eligible Minnesota private colleges and universities will be selected each year.

Interested students should contact Jenean Gilmer (gilmerj@augsburg.edu) to connect with Jenean about your project proposal and begin the online application.

There is a virtual information session on Wednesday, November 13 from 10:00-10:30am if you are available. Here is the zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82046435760?pwd=tKplJnaNibzrKJsiQ2uyfi5OzbJhvx.1

Phillips Scholars Program & Application

Applications Are Now Open for the PRISM Scholars Program

submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu

The PRISM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Funded by the National Science Foundation, PRISM Scholars receive scholarships of up to $5,000 per semester. Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:
– Enrolled at least half-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, biochemistry, chemistry, data science, computer science, mathematics, or physics)
– Within 5 semesters of graduating with a STEM degree as of Spring 2025 (graduating by May ‘27)
– Major GPA of 2.75 or higher
– U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or admitted refugee
– Demonstrated financial need as determined by financial aid status (Pell or MN State grant eligible or equivalent)

Application deadline: Monday, November 18th, 2024 at 11:59pm
Faculty reference deadline: Monday, November 25th, 2024 (applicants should get permission from one faculty member to serve as their reference and name them in their application).

Students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply as well as students who began at Augsburg.

To apply, visit: https://admissions.augsburg.edu/apply/?sr=1613e20d-1114-4b0e-a4fb-d7cca4474e2f
For more information, go to: https://www.augsburg.edu/stem/prism/

Questions? Contact: Dr. Jennifer Brookins-King, brookinj@augsburg.edu or stop by Hagfors 101, Tuesdays, between 11:30 am-12:30 pm.

The PRISM Scholarship Program is funded by NSF Award #2030638 through August 2025. Scholarships awarded Fall 2025 and beyond are contingent on continued funding.

Funding for PRISM is provided through the National Science Foundation (NSF) S-STEM program which provides support for high-achieving STEM students with financial need at Augsburg University, Century College, Minneapolis College, and Normandale Community College.

Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program Requirement Reminder

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete the University’s Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program and stay in good-standing every year following completion.

To learn more about the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program, click the following link:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/certificate-program/

To register for a Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program workshop, click the following link:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/events-calendar/

To get a report outlining your progress in the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program, email inclusion@augsburg.edu and request a “progress report”.

Time to Sign Up for Augsburg’s Annual Anti-Racism Training

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete an annual anti-racism training.

Please visit the following link for more information about this year’s training:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/anti-racism-training/

Click Here to Register

Now Hiring: MNUDL Program Site Visit Specialist

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

The Minnesota Urban Debate League is a program of Augsburg University. We provide academic competitive debate programming to 1,400+ Twin Cities middle and high school students. We’re currently hiring for the MNUDL Program Site Visit Specialist position.

The MNUDL Program Site Visit Specialist & Tournament Support (contract position) – will be paid $25/hr to provide site visit and tournament support to MNUDL schools, focusing on new programs created from a Minnesota Humanities Center Grant.

You will support coaches (primarily new teachers) through site visits at practices.

You will also assist in tournament operations.

Maximum number of hours provided by the grant is 720, or approximately 30 hours per week – between mid-November through May. Practices and tournaments take place after school and in the evenings.

Find more information about the position and how to apply at the MNUDL website:

https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/work-with-us/

TODAY – Augsburg Staff Union Tabling – Christensen Center Lobby

submitted by palahniu@augsburg.edu

Staff Representatives from your Augsburg Staff Union will be in Christensen Center Lobby today, Wednesday November 13th, from 11am until 1pm. Please stop by our table, grab a button, and sign our petition in support of ongoing staff negotiations. You can also learn more about our staff union and its support of our great staff! All are welcome. We hope to see you there.

Writing Your First Grant – Thursday, November 14, Noon to 1 p.m.

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

Presenter/s: John Anderson, Director, Grants and Sponsored Programs

Description: Applying for a grant can be an intimidating process, especially if you have never done it before. But you don’t have to do it alone! This session introduces you to the people and resources at Augsburg who can help you identify and apply for grant funding. Attendees will learn the benefits that grants offer for one’s career, forms of support available to help you get started, and Augsburg’s procedures for submitting a grant proposal.

Location: Marshall Room

Grant Workshop Registration

Benefits Information Session TODAY

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

Open Enrollment, the annual period when benefits-eligible employees make their benefit choices for the coming year has begun.

All benefits-eligible employees are encouraged to attend open enrollment information sessions.

TODAY 11/13, 9:00 a.m. – General Open Enrollment Session, Virtual
TODAY 11/13, 10:00 a.m. – Kavira Information Session, Virtual
11/19, 1:00 p.m -3:00 p.m. Open Enrollment Help (Computer Lab), Sverdrup 202

Today – Learn About Convenient Care Anytime, Anywhere with Kavira!
Starting in 2025, Augsburg is pleased to introduce an additional benefit for our medical plan participants: primary and urgent care services through Kavira, at no extra cost. Kavira offers virtual and in-home visits, providing convenient access to care at little to no cost for those enrolled in our medical plans. Learn more at today’s 10:00 session.

Learn more at https://sites.augsburg.edu/hr/employees/benefits/open-enrollment/

Open Enrollment Information

Become a Campus Leader

submitted by doel@augsburg.edu

Are you ready to take your leadership skills to the next level? Do you want to contribute to campus programming through departments like Campus Life, Residence Life, or Multicultural Life? If so, we invite you to apply for a student leadership position!

Available Positions:
Confluence Mentors
AugSem Leaders**
Community Advisors
Emerging Leaders Program Coordinators**
Operations Assistant*
Orientation Leaders
Community Development Assistant*
Hourly positions
Pan-Asian Student Services Intern**
Pan-Asian Student Services Family Leaders**
Bonner Community Leaders

*Note: Must have at least one semester as a Community Advisor.
**Note: Must be work study eligible

Important Dates:
Interview Date: February 22, 2025 | 9 AM – 5 PM
Application Deadline: January 31, 2025 | 4 PM

All student leadership positions are PAID opportunities!

If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out at campuslife@augsburg.edu.
Take this opportunity to enhance your leadership experience and make a meaningful impact on campus. We look forward to your application!

https://forms.gle/TJrgu2gu4bQk4HhM7

New Staff Positions This Week (3)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

11/08/2024: Financial Aid Counselor
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000025555075-financial-aid-counselor
11/07/2024: Advancement Systems Specialist
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000025290350-advancement-systems-specialist
11/07/2024: 2nd Shift Custodian
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000025261375-2nd-shift-custodian

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Call for Plastic Bags

submitted by mcgeed11@augsburg.edu

Call for Plastic Bags!
Hey Augsburg University community!
As part of The Great Northern Festival this coming winter, a faculty from the Art & Design Department is creating an installation piece to raise sustainability awareness.
WE NEED YOUR HELP! We’re collecting clean plastic bags (no need to wash them, but no food residue) for this installation. If you have any plastic bags you’d like to donate, please drop them off in collection boxes: Christensen (outside of the Gallery) by November 15th or on the main floor of Old Main.
Let’s come together to support this creative initiative and make a positive impact!
Thank you for your contributions!
#AugsburgArt #Sustainability #TheGreatNorthernFestival

Advent Vespers Processional Party

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

The 45th annual Advent Vespers is just around the corner! Be a part of this wonderful event at the start of the Advent season. We will be in person again at Central Lutheran Church and need many volunteers.

Join the processional party by carrying a bell, candle, torch, or banner! There will be a dress rehearsal on Thursday, December 5th at 8:00 pm in addition to the Advent Vespers services on Friday, December 6th at 7:00 pm and Saturday, December 7th at 2 pm and 5 pm (with a hearty snack between the services). Please sign up today!

Contact Janice Dames at dames@augsburg.edu if you have any questions. Thank you.

Sign up here

Daily Chapel: Rev. Jim Bear Jacobs

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am to hear Rev. Jim Bear Jacobs share his story in the next installment of our “Living Stories” series co-sponsored by the Religion Department, Interfaith at Augsburg, and Campus Ministry. Born in St. Paul, he is a member of the Stockbridge-Munsee Mohican Nation, an American Indian tribe located in central Wisconsin. He has degrees in Pastoral Studies and Christian Theology and has served various churches as youth minister, adult Christian educator, and director of Men’s Ministries. Presently he is parish associate at Church of All Nations Presbyterian Church. He is a cultural facilitator in the Twin Cities and works to raise the public’s awareness of American Indian causes and injustices. He is founder/convener of “Healing Minnesota Stories,” an initiative dedicated to creating events of dialogue, education, and healing, particularly within faith communities. He is currently the Director of Racial Justice for the Minnesota Council of Churches.

Staff Senate Hosts Gathering on November 20

submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu

The Staff Senate will host its first casual meet and greet on Wednesday, November 20th from 3:30 – 4:30pm in OCG 100. Come for the whole gathering or drop in as you can.

This will be the first date to gather and share staff experiences with the Senate. Light refreshments will be provided.

Fill out the RSVP Form (https://forms.gle/G5udjM8oCVcimWV56) to let us know if you will be able to join us on Wednesday, November 20th, other times that would be good for you to participate in staff senate events and gatherings, and to share any other questions or concerns you might have.

Save the date for some Wellness with Mel on Monday December 9th at 12:30pm. Mel will tour the Fitness Center and share how you can use equipment to destress.

To contact the Staff Senate, please send messages with praises, shout-outs, concerns, issues or observations to staffsenate@augsburg.edu.

Capitol Pathways Program – Paid Internships at the State Capitol – Applications Due November 15

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

Capitol Pathways is a paid spring internship program for BIPOC college students. With the long-term goal of making Minnesota state government and policymaking more representative of our diverse communities, our program provides students leadership, legislative and career readiness training alongside an immersive internship experience with an organization working in policy during the legislative session. This is a spring internship from January – May, 2025.

Minnesota Capitol Pathways Information & Application

New Staff Positions This Week (3)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

11/08/2024: Financial Aid Counselor
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000025555075-financial-aid-counselor
11/07/2024: Advancement Systems Specialist
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000025290350-advancement-systems-specialist
11/07/2024: 2nd Shift Custodian
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000025261375-2nd-shift-custodian

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Tian Auditions TODAY and TOMORROW

submitted by schonc@augsburg.edu

This year’s student-directed play “Tian” starts auditions today through tomorrow. Whether you are already experienced on stage, or want to dive into a new adventure – we are so excited to meet you. All necessary information, including our Instagram and the sign-up sheet, can be found here: https://linktr.ee/tianplay

Play Description: Who owns history? And who is allowed to tell its stories? The student-written piece Tian centers around these fundamental questions. This conflict becomes clear when the audience is led through the life of romantic poet Karoline von Günderrode by two characters with two very different claims to Karoline’s story: Bettine von Arnim, contemporary and close friend of Karoline, who wants to paint a strong, feminist picture; and the Playwright whose goal is to create an enticing, heart wrenching play. The audience finds themselves in the in-betweens of history, whilst being part of Karoline’s personal journey filled with struggles, doubt, and dreams.

ALL INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND HERE

Staff Senate Hosts Gathering November 20

submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu

The Staff Senate will host its first casual meet and greet on Wednesday, November 20th from 3:30 – 4:30pm in OCG 100. This will be the first date to gather and share staff experiences with the Senate.

Also, save the date for some wellness with Mel on Monday December 9th at 12:30pm. Mel will tour the Fitness Center and share how you can use equipment to destress.

To contact the Staff Senate, please send messages with praises, shout-outs, concerns, issues or observations to staffsenate@augsburg.edu.

Now Hiring: MNUDL Program Site Visit Specialist

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

The Minnesota Urban Debate League is a program of Augsburg University. We provide academic competitive debate programming to 1,400+ Twin Cities middle and high school students. We’re currently hiring for the MNUDL Program Site Visit Specialist position.

The MNUDL Program Site Visit Specialist & Tournament Support (contract position) – will be paid $25/hr to provide site visit and tournament support to MNUDL schools, focusing on new programs created from a Minnesota Humanities Center Grant.

You will support coaches (primarily new teachers) through site visits at practices.

You will also assist in tournament operations.

Maximum number of hours provided by the grant is 720, or approximately 30 hours per week – between mid-November through May. Practices and tournaments take place after school and in the evenings.

Find more information about the position and how to apply at the MNUDL website:

https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/work-with-us/

Augsburg Staff Union Tabling – Wednesday, November 13

submitted by palahniu@augsburg.edu

Staff Representatives from the Augsburg Staff Union will be in Christensen Center Lobby on Wednesday November 13th from 11am until 1pm. Please stop by our table, grab a button, and sign our petition in support of ongoing staff negotiations. You can also learn more about our OPEIU staff union and its support of our great staff! All are welcome. We hope to see you there.

TOMORROW: Focused Conversation on Strategic Enrollment Planning

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

All faculty and staff are invited to the November Focused Conversation tomorrow, November 13. Join Vice President for Strategic Enrollment Management Robert Gould for a conversation about strategic enrollment planning towards the goal of 5,000 Auggies by 2030.

Wednesday, November 13, 2024
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Marshall Room or via Zoom

To view the Focused Conversation schedule and access the livestream link, visit the All Hands page.

All Hands | Inside Augsburg (login required)

Check In and Connect Group – November 13

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

A group for students who would like a brief mental health check-in, to get support from peers, and CWC counseling staff, and to connect with others in the Augsburg Community. Pizza will be provided. For more information, stop by CWC!

https://www.instagram.com/p/DBJady0RrQz/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Welcome to Zinnia Koy, Our New Food Initiatives Program Manager

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

Please welcome Zinnia Koy as the new Food Initiatives Program Manager in the Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship. Zinnia is an Auggie alum (Sociology) and worked with the Campus Kitchen as a student and then an AmeriCorps VISTA. In this new role, they will support many food initiatives around campus and in our neighborhood, including Campus Cupboard, Veggies for All, Greens for Good, Food Lab activities, and the Augsburg Community Garden. They are passionate about food justice and food sovereignty, as well as growing and cooking good food.

Zinnia is excited to get started in this new role. Visit them in the basement of Anderson Hall or reach out over email to connect with them. Welcome Zinnia!

Sound Healing – TODAY at 5 p.m.

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

Hiiii!

Please make sure to save the date as we introduce you to the Sound Healing sessions here at Augsburg. It is another way that you can heal and relax your mind through the waves of sounds.

Dates: Tuesday, November 12th
Time: 5:00 pm-6:00 pm
Location: Student Lounge, Christensen Center

Don’t forget to join us! We hope to see you there

Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program Requirement Reminder

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete the University’s Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program and stay in good-standing every year following completion.

To learn more about the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program, click the following link:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/certificate-program/

To register for a Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program workshop, click the following link:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/events-calendar/

To get a report outlining your progress in the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program, email inclusion@augsburg.edu and request a “progress report”.

Time to Sign Up for Augsburg’s Annual Anti-Racism Training

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete an annual anti-racism training.

Please visit the following link for more information about this year’s training:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/anti-racism-training/

Click Here to Register

Thó Wiŋ Magazine Now Taking Literary and Visual Art Submissions

submitted by covalt@augsburg.edu

The Thó Wiŋ Magazine is now open for submissions! If you have artwork, photography, poetry, short stories, or academic writing you want to see published, you can submit at https://forms.gle/a6oduy4vwrvVZi138.

We are looking to include a wide variety of Augsburg community voices, so if you have any questions about whether your work belongs in a literary magazine, please be assured that your submissions would be more than welcome!

We are taking all types of creative/academic work until March 24, 2025. More information on how and what to submit can be found on our submission form.

Submit here!

Writing Your First Grant – Thursday, November 14, Noon – 1 p.m.

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

Presenter/s: John Anderson, Director, Grants and Sponsored Programs

Description: Applying for a grant can be an intimidating process, especially if you have never done it before. But you don’t have to do it alone! This session introduces you to the people and resources at Augsburg who can help you identify and apply for grant funding. Attendees will learn the benefits that grants offer for one’s career, forms of support available to help you get started, and Augsburg’s procedures for submitting a grant proposal.

Location: Marshall Room

Grant Workshop Registration

Daily Chapel: Cyndi Berg

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 11:30 today to hear Cyndi Berg, Special Assistant to the President, share her story as part of our “Uncovering Vocation” series. Cyndi joined the staff of Augsburg University in 2017. Her role in the Office of the President provides frequent opportunities to connect and collaborate with multiple aspects of the Augsburg community including staff, faculty, students, Board of Regents and community partners.

Cyndi came to Augsburg from Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter where she served as the Assistant Director for Church Relations. Prior to her work in higher education, she served at the Saint Paul Area Synod of the ELCA as Office and Events Manager for nearly ten years. Cyndi has a B.S. in Business Management from Minnesota State University, Mankato and is a 2021 graduate of Augsburg’s Master of Arts in Leadership program – proud to be an Auggie.

Applications Are Now Open for the PRISM Scholars Program

submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu

The PRISM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Funded by the National Science Foundation, PRISM Scholars receive scholarships of up to $5,000 per semester. Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:
– Enrolled at least half-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, biochemistry, chemistry, data science, computer science, mathematics, or physics)
– Within 5 semesters of graduating with a STEM degree as of Spring 2025 (graduating by May ‘27)
– Major GPA of 2.75 or higher
– U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or admitted refugee
– Demonstrated financial need as determined by financial aid status (Pell or MN State grant eligible or equivalent)

Application deadline: Monday, November 18th, 2024 at 11:59pm
Faculty reference deadline: Monday, November 25th, 2024 (applicants should get permission from one faculty member to serve as their reference and name them in their application).

Students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply as well as students who began at Augsburg.

To apply, visit: https://admissions.augsburg.edu/apply/?sr=1613e20d-1114-4b0e-a4fb-d7cca4474e2f
For more information, go to: https://www.augsburg.edu/stem/prism/

Questions? Contact: Dr. Jennifer Brookins-King, brookinj@augsburg.edu or stop by Hagfors 101, Tuesdays, between 11:30 am-12:30 pm.

The PRISM Scholarship Program is funded by NSF Award #2030638 through August 2025. Scholarships awarded Fall 2025 and beyond are contingent on continued funding.

Funding for PRISM is provided through the National Science Foundation (NSF) S-STEM program which provides support for high-achieving STEM students with financial need at Augsburg University, Century College, Minneapolis College, and Normandale Community College.

Need to Find a Therapist in the Community?

submitted by carlson2@augsburg.edu

Augsburg’s Center for Wellness & Counseling offers free counseling on campus, as well as free telehealth counseling through BetterMynd. In addition, for students or other community members who are interested in using their insurance to find an ongoing therapist in the community, CWC has a referral database called MiResource. Any Augsburg community member can use this database to find possible therapist matches. The database is searchable by location, insurance, issue you want support for, therapist identities, and more. Check it out!

MiResource on CWC webpage

First Years and Sophomores: Address a Community Need with a 2026 Phillips Scholars Summer Project

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Phillips Scholars create and test innovative ideas that address community needs — running their own programming in the summer of 2026. There’s support along the way, with the students coming together starting this May and throughout the 2025-26 academic year. Scholars receive more than $9,000 in scholarships and stipends.

Ten students from any of the Minnesota private colleges listed here will be named Phillips Scholars. Financial need is one of the criteria.

Find more details and the application here:
http://www.mnprivatecolleges.org/phillips

Email Jenean Gilmer, gilmerje@augbsburg.edu to learn more!

Call for Plastic Bags

submitted by mcgeed11@augsburg.edu

Call for Plastic Bags!
Hey Augsburg University community!
As part of The Great Northern Festival this coming winter, a faculty from the Art & Design Department is creating an installation piece to raise sustainability awareness.
WE NEED YOUR HELP! We’re collecting clean plastic bags (no need to wash them, but no food residue) for this installation. If you have any plastic bags you’d like to donate, please drop them off in collection boxes: Christensen (outside of the Gallery) by November 15th or on the main floor of Old Main.
Let’s come together to support this creative initiative and make a positive impact!
Thank you for your contributions!
#AugsburgArt #Sustainability #TheGreatNorthernFestival

Rev. Jim Bear Jacobs in Chapel on Wednesday for Living Stories

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

On November 13, Rev. Jim Bear Jacobs will share his story in chapel at 10:40 am in our next installment of our “Living Stories” series co-sponsored by the Religion Department, Interfaith at Augsburg, and Campus Ministry. Born in St. Paul, he is a member of the Stockbridge-Munsee Mohican Nation, an American Indian tribe located in central Wisconsin. He has degrees in Pastoral Studies and Christian Theology and has served various churches as youth minister, adult Christian educator, and director of Men’s Ministries. Presently he is parish associate at Church of All Nations Presbyterian Church. He is a cultural facilitator in the Twin Cities and works to raise the public’s awareness of American Indian causes and injustices. He is founder/convener of “Healing Minnesota Stories,” an initiative dedicated to creating events of dialogue, education, and healing, particularly within faith communities. He is currently the Director of Racial Justice for the Minnesota Council of Churches.

Join the Team – Echo Needs a Sports Editor

submitted by gelles@augsburg.edu

The Echo is hiring! These are our open positions:

Sports Editor

You don’t need writing or editing experience to apply! We train you in everything you need to know.

BIPOC & LGBTQIA+ students are encouraged to apply!

To apply, please send a resume and writing sample to echo@augsburg.edu

(Writing samples can be a cover letter, essay, journal entry, etc. Anything non-fictional that shows your writing skills.)

Questions? DM us on Instagram or email echo@augsburg.edu

Check out our Instagram for more information!

Free Flu Shots on Campus Thursday November 14, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

submitted by pageimo@augsburg.edu

All Augsburg community members are invited to get a flu shot from M Health Fairview staff on Thursday Nov 14th, 11am-3pm in the Christensen Student Center.

Free, No insurance necessary
Walk in any time 11am-3pm

Why Get The Flu Vaccine?
• Protect Yourself: Reduce the risk and severity of the flu
• Protect Others: Helps prevent spreading the flu, especially to vulnerable groups.
• Quick & Easy: Takes just a few minutes and lasts all flu season!

https://calendar.augsburg.edu/event/free-flu-shot-clinic-with-m-health-fairview/

Veterans Day Discount at Nabo, Einstein’s, and the Commons

submitted by greenfin@augsburg.edu

Happy Veterans Day! We here at Augsburg are sincerely grateful for you service and sacrifice. Augsburg’s food service provider, Aladdin, will be honoring a discount for all those who are serving currently or who have served. Just show your card that signifies your status and enjoy a discount at anyone of their places on campus.

Time to Sign Up for Augsburg’s Annual Anti-Racism Training

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete an annual anti-racism training.

Please visit the following link for more information about this year’s training:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/anti-racism-training/

Click Here to Register

Now Hiring: MNUDL Program Site Visit Specialist

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

The Minnesota Urban Debate League is a program of Augsburg University. We provide academic competitive debate programming to 1,400+ Twin Cities middle and high school students. We’re currently hiring for the MNUDL Program Site Visit Specialist position.

The MNUDL Program Site Visit Specialist & Tournament Support (contract position) – will be paid $25/hr to provide site visit and tournament support to MNUDL schools, focusing on new programs created from a Minnesota Humanities Center Grant.

You will support coaches (primarily new teachers) through site visits at practices.

You will also assist in tournament operations.

Maximum number of hours provided by the grant is 720, or approximately 30 hours per week – between mid-November through May. Practices and tournaments take place after school and in the evenings.

Find more information about the position and how to apply at the MNUDL website:

https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/work-with-us/

Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program Requirement Reminder

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete the University’s Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program and stay in good-standing every year following completion.

To learn more about the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program, click the following link:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/certificate-program/

To register for a Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program workshop, click the following link:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/events-calendar/

To get a report outlining your progress in the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program, email inclusion@augsburg.edu and request a “progress report”.

Faculty and Staff: Lunch and Learn with the State of Minnesota

submitted by musto@augsburg.edu

Join the Strommen Center in a virtual lunch and learn on November 13th from 12pm to 1pm to learn about careers with the State of Minnesota. Guest Maili Silber will be discussing opportunities for students to internship and work with the State and how to support students who are interested in them.

Register here for the lunch & learn!

Benefits Information Session TODAY

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

Open Enrollment, the annual period when benefits-eligible employees make their benefit choices for the coming year has begun.

All benefits-eligible employees are encouraged to attend open enrollment information sessions.

TODAY 11/11, 10:00 a.m. – General Open Enrollment Session, Marshall Room
TODAY 11/11, 11:30 a.m. – Kavira Information Session, Marshall Room
11/13, 9:00 a.m. – General Open Enrollment Session, Virtual
11/13, 10:00 a.m. – Kavira Information Session, Virtual
11/19, 1:00 p.m -3:00 p.m. Open Enrollment Help (Computer Lab), Sverdrup 202

Today – Learn About Convenient Care Anytime, Anywhere with Kavira!
Starting in 2025, Augsburg is pleased to introduce an additional benefit for our medical plan participants: primary and urgent care services through Kavira, at no extra cost. Kavira offers virtual and in-home visits, providing convenient access to care at little to no cost for those enrolled in our medical plans. Learn more at today’s 11:30 session.

Learn more at https://sites.augsburg.edu/hr/employees/benefits/open-enrollment/

Open Enrollment Information

Employer Tabling ACR Homes – Monday and Tuesday

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Come chat with employer ACR Homes TODAY and TOMORROW in the Christensen Center from 9am-2pm each day.

ACR Homes was voted a Top 5 Workplace 5 straight years, voted #1 by its employees TWICE, and received Special Awards for Meaningfulness, Ethics & Values, and Innovation Encouragement. (Star Tribune)

ACR Homes provides high quality residential health care & assistance for people with disabilities in the Twin Cities. We hire caring & dependable people to work with us in bringing the best quality of life possible to those we support while enjoying a unique & rewarding Job, Internship or Career.

Cyndi Berg in Chapel on Tuesday, November 12

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Please join us in Hoversten Chapel on Tuesday, November 12 at 11:30 for our next Uncovering Vocation chapel to hear Cyndi Berg, Special Assistant to the President, share her story. Cyndi joined the staff of Augsburg University in 2017. Her role in the Office of the President provides frequent opportunities to connect and collaborate with multiple aspects of the Augsburg community including staff, faculty, students, Board of Regents and community partners.

Cyndi came to Augsburg from Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter where she served as the Assistant Director for Church Relations. Prior to her work in higher education, she served at the Saint Paul Area Synod of the ELCA as Office and Events Manager for nearly ten years. Cyndi has a B.S. in Business Management from Minnesota State University, Mankato and is a 2021 graduate of Augsburg’s Master of Arts in Leadership program – proud to be an Auggie.

Employer Tabling TODAY: College Possible

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Come meet possible employer, College Possible, TODAY from 11-1:30pm in the Christensen Center Lobby.

As one of the largest and most successful college access and success programs in the country, since 2000 College Possible has helped more than 85,700 students from under-represented communities get into and through college through an intensive curriculum of coaching and support.

Employer Tabling: College Possible

Act Now: Open Enrollment for 2025 Benefits – November 11–24

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Open Enrollment for 2025 benefits is here! This is your opportunity to elect or change benefit options for the upcoming year. Outside of this period, you can only make changes following a qualifying life event.

Don’t Miss Out
If you do not enroll or make updates by Sunday, November 24, you will have no coverage as of January 1, 2025. You’ll need to wait until the next open enrollment to elect coverage unless you experience a qualifying life event.

Enroll Today
You can adjust your elections anytime until the deadline. Review your options, make your choices, and submit your 2025 elections form to secure your coverage.

Upcoming Open Enrollment Information Sessions:

– TODAY, 11/11, 10:00 a.m. – General Session, Marshall Room
– TODAY, 11/11, 11:30 a.m. – Kavira Session, Marshall Room
– 11/13, 9:00 a.m. – General Session, Virtual
– 11/13, 10:30 a.m. – Kavira Session, Virtual
– 11/19, 1:00–3:00 p.m. – Enrollment Help, Sverdrup 202

Take Action Now
Access the Enrollment Form: Inside Augsburg > Administrative Tasks > Open Enrollment
Complete and Submit the 2025 form, even if waiving coverage, by November 24.

Your 2024 benefits will not automatically carry over to 2025. Take action to secure health, dental, vision, and flexible spending or health savings account coverage for the new year.

Open Enrollment Benefits Information

Sound Healing Tomorrow in the Student Lounge

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Please make sure to save the date as we introduce you to the Sound Healing sessions here at Augsburg. It is another way that you can heal and relax your mind through the waves of sounds.

Dates: Tuesday, November 12th
Time: 5:00 pm-6:00 pm
Location: Student Lounge, Christensen Center

Don’t forget to join us! We hope to see you there

Wednesday: Focused Conversation on Strategic Enrollment Planning

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All faculty and staff are invited to the November Focused Conversation this Wednesday, November 13. Join Vice President for Strategic Enrollment Management Robert Gould for a conversation about strategic enrollment planning towards the goal of 5,000 Auggies by 2030.

Wednesday, November 13, 2024
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Marshall Room or via Zoom

To view the Focused Conversation schedule and access the livestream link, visit the All Hands page.

All Hands | Inside Augsburg (login required)

New Staff Positions This Week (2)

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

11/07/2024: Advancement Systems Specialist
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000025290350-advancement-systems-specialist
11/07/2024: 2nd Shift Custodian
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000025261375-2nd-shift-custodian

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Auditions for Tian TOMORROW

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This year’s student-directed play “Tian” auditions this Tuesday and Wednesday. Whether you are already experienced on stage, or want to dive into a new adventure – we are so excited to meet you. All necessary information, including our Instagram and the sign-up sheet, can be found here: https://linktr.ee/tianplay

Play Description: Who owns history? And who is allowed to tell its stories? The student-written piece Tian centers around these fundamental questions. This conflict becomes clear when the audience is led through the life of romantic poet Karoline von Günderrode by two characters with two very different claims to Karoline’s story: Bettine von Arnim, contemporary and close friend of Karoline, who wants to paint a strong, feminist picture; and the Playwright whose goal is to create an enticing, heart wrenching play. The audience finds themselves in the in-betweens of history, whilst being part of Karoline’s personal journey filled with struggles, doubt, and dreams.

All Information Can Be Found Here!

TODAY: Tabling to Advocate for College Aid

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In partnership with Augsburg, the Minnesota Private College Council is asking the state legislature to improve college affordability for all students in Minnesota.

If you receive the Minnesota State Grant, we invite you to write a short note to your state legislators to help ensure you and future generations of Auggies receive crucial financial support. Join us at Augsburg’s Letters to Legislators event today!

Monday, November 11, 2024
11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Christensen Center Lobby

All you have to do is stop by! We’ll take care of the rest, including providing you with writing supplies, a sample note, info about your legislators, and more.