Author: johnsok@augsburg.edu

Still Need a Course Next Semester? Check Out the Youth Studies Minor and Classes

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

The Youth Studies minor is an interdisciplinary exploration of young peoples’ lived realities and opportunities to support them. The minor is designed to supplement a student’s current course of study particularly if that student is considering youth work in the future. Youth Studies students develop constructive and critical lenses for understanding society’s perceptions and treatment of young people. These lenses also shed light on young peoples’ processes of constructing meaning and culture. Students in this minor also gain practical skills through experiential learning opportunities. The underlying philosophy of the Youth Studies minor is one that supports young people’s voice and power. Young people are often targeted as a menace to society, but we see young people as gifted and powerful agents of positive change. Students in this minor will learn to take this approach to youth work into their chosen professions.

YST 320: Working with Children & Youth (4 credits, MWF) will be offered this spring with Professor Terrance Kwame-Ross. It will discuss interdisciplinary approaches to working with young people.

Contact Alex (finka2@augsburg.edu) with questions!

Youth Studies Minor & Courses

RSVP for a Lasagna Workshop with Campus Kitchen This Wednesday

submitted by kojimam@augsburg.edu

Join Campus Kitchen for a Food Lab workshop making Lasagna this Wednesday 11/27 at 4:30pm in Hagfors 108! Please RSVP via this google form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe2PV55rHdIRkUqAypPN6xqxALZZqMMipDwSP21U5oGHoZ89w/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.

Still Need a Course Next Semester? Check Out the Youth Studies Minor and Classes

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

The Youth Studies minor is an interdisciplinary exploration of young peoples’ lived realities and opportunities to support them. The minor is designed to supplement a student’s current course of study particularly if that student is considering youth work in the future. Youth Studies students develop constructive and critical lenses for understanding society’s perceptions and treatment of young people. These lenses also shed light on young peoples’ processes of constructing meaning and culture. Students in this minor also gain practical skills through experiential learning opportunities. The underlying philosophy of the Youth Studies minor is one that supports young people’s voice and power. Young people are often targeted as a menace to society, but we see young people as gifted and powerful agents of positive change. Students in this minor will learn to take this approach to youth work into their chosen professions.

YST 320: Working with Children & Youth (4 credits, MWF) will be offered this spring with Professor Terrance Kwame-Ross. It will discuss interdisciplinary approaches to working with young people.

Contact Alex (finka2@augsburg.edu) with questions!

Youth Studies Minor & Courses

Clinical Psychology Research Project Poster Fair

submitted by berman@augsburg.edu

Join the Clinical Psychology PsyD program in the Marshall Room (first floor of
Christensen Center) on Thursday, December 5th from 2-3 p.m., where our upper-level graduate students will discuss their Clinical Research Project proposals. This annual event serves as a great opportunity to get to know our program, and to explore our students’ exciting research trajectories.

Light refreshments will be provided!

Introducing the 24-25 Advancing Religious Pluralism Faculty Fellows

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

Introducing the Interfaith Institute’s 2024-25 Advancing Religious Pluralism Faculty Fellows!

Margit Berman, Department of Clinical Psychology
Kathleen Clark, Department of Nursing (Chair)
Sarah Degner Riveros, Department of Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies
Daniel Hickox-Young, Department of Physics
Brooklyn Loxtercamp, Department of Nursing
Sergio Madrid-Aranda, Department of Education
Vanessa Marr, Department of Social Work
Kao Nou Moua, Department of Social Work

We are so pleased to welcome this cohort from across academic disciplines. The cohort is led by El-Hibri Endowed Chair Najeeba Syeed and Matthew Maruggi, Chair of Religion and Philosophy Department. In addition to working on curricula in their own fields related to religious pluralism they will be supported for further training in religious pluralism.
We look forward to their campus wide impact!

Interfaith Blog Post

Need One More Course? Consider HIS 440: Black Migrations to the United States

submitted by devries@augsburg.edu

HIS 440: Black Migrations to the United States
Spring 2024

Tuesday / Thursday 9:40 11:20AM (on campus)
Taught by Prof. Ibrahim Hirsi

An estimated 48 million people in the United States identify as Black. Their migrations—forced and voluntary—began in 1619 and continue to the present day. They came from Africa, Europe, the Caribbean, and South and Central America. Many are descendants of enslaved people; others have emerged from places like Somalia and Ethiopia and Ghana and Jamaica. This course provides an overview of the journeys and experiences of African Americans and Black migrants and examines their unbroken ties—imagined and real—to the African continent. The course draws from a wide range of interdisciplinary sources, exposing students to major historical themes and significant Black figures. Through lectures, discussions, and thesis-driven writing assignments, students gain a substantive understanding of the African diaspora’s historical formation and develop critical reading and writing skills essential to successful careers. (Prerequisite: ENL 111)

Prof. Ibrahim Hirsi is finishing his Ph.D. in Immigration History at the University of Minnesota, after working as a journalist for the Sahan Journal, MinnPost, and Minnesota Public Radio. In addition to English, he speaks Somali, Arabic, and Swahili.

New Staff Positions This Week (4)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

11/19/2024: 2nd Shift Custodian (Part-Time)
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000027468965-2nd-shift-custodian-part-time-
11/19/2024: Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000027445278-assistant-director-of-transfer-admissions
11/19/2024: Admissions Counselor / Senior Admissions Counselor / Assistant Director of Admissions
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000027438128-admissions-counselor-senior-admissions-counselor-assistant-director-of-admissions
11/18/2024: Ice Arena Attendant
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000027194891-ice-arena-attendant

Search Augsburg Job Postings

CRES/English Faculty Candidate on Campus

submitted by aoki@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 very welcome to attend these sessions as well.

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

Pizza will be provided.
Please email aoki@augsburg.edu with any questions.

Need One More Course? Consider HIS 400: Black Migrations to the U.S.

submitted by devries@augsburg.edu

HIS 440: Black Migrations to the United States
Spring 2024

Tuesday / Thursday 9:40 11:20AM (on campus)
Taught by Prof. Ibrahim Hirsi

An estimated 48 million people in the United States identify as Black. Their migrations—forced and voluntary—began in 1619 and continue to the present day. They came from Africa, Europe, the Caribbean, and South and Central America. Many are descendants of enslaved people; others have emerged from places like Somalia and Ethiopia and Ghana and Jamaica. This course provides an overview of the journeys and experiences of African Americans and Black migrants and examines their unbroken ties—imagined and real—to the African continent. The course draws from a wide range of interdisciplinary sources, exposing students to major historical themes and significant Black figures. Through lectures, discussions, and thesis-driven writing assignments, students gain a substantive understanding of the African diaspora’s historical formation and develop critical reading and writing skills essential to successful careers. (Prerequisite: ENL 111)

Prof. Ibrahim Hirsi is finishing his Ph.D. in Immigration History at the University of Minnesota, after working as a journalist for the Sahan Journal, MinnPost, and Minnesota Public Radio. In addition to English, he speaks Somali, Arabic, and Swahili.

Make Your Benefit Elections Now – Final Week of Open Enrollment

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

2025 Open Enrollment: November 11 – November 24, 2024

Open Enrollment is the only time of year when you may elect or change your benefits for the coming year, unless you experience a qualifying life event.

During open enrollment, no action means no coverage.

Employees who fail to act by November 24 will not have coverage effective January 1, 2025, and must wait until the next open enrollment period to elect coverage, unless a qualifying life event occurs.

Access the 2025 Enrollment Form: Inside Augsburg > Administrative Tasks > Open Enrollment

Every benefits-eligible employee must act by electing or declining health, dental or vision insurance coverages and a flexible spending or health savings account.

Your 2024 elections WILL NOT automatically carry over to 2025

Benefits-eligible employees are required to complete the online enrollment form for the 2025 elections even if you elect to waive your 2025 coverage.

Visit the HR website to view recorded information sessions: https://sites.augsburg.edu/hr/employees/benefits/open-enrollment/

Email hr@augsburg.edu with any questions.

Make Your Benefits Elections

Tabling TODAY: 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!

**WE WELCOME SPANISH SPEAKERS!** There are unique opportunities to engage Spanish-speaking kids and celebrate the beauty of the language through this Augsburg Experience.

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.

Find all the information you need to register here: https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/mnudl-augsburg-experience/

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

Johan will be tabling in the Christensen Center today! Stop by to learn more. (He speaks Spanish!)

TODAY at 3:30 pm: Teach-in and Workshop on the 2024 Election

submitted by lloydr@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, environmental Issues, and the overall state of democracy in America.

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

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

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!

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 Candidate on Campus

submitted by aoki@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 #2—Friday, November 22, 11:00-12:00, Oren 100

Pizza will be provided.
Please email aoki@augsburg.edu with any questions.

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

Moumita Dasgupta Will Share Her Vocation Story in Chapel on November 26

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel on Tuesday, November 26 at 11:30 to hear Moumita Dasgupta share her story in the final installment of the semester of the Uncovering Vocation series, co-sponsored by Campus Ministry and the Christensen Center for Vocation.

Moumita Dasgupta joined the Department of Physics as an Assistant Professor Fall 2019. Prior to this appointment, she was a Lecturer in the Department of Physics at Smith College and a teaching fellow at Amherst College. She specializes in soft matter and biophysics.

She is passionate about undergraduate teaching and adapts a combination of traditional pedagogical styles and more modern active learning, project-based learning, and design thinking methodologies. She cares about creating an inclusive learning environment in the classroom, where individuals with diversity of socio-economic background, outlook and culture feel equally welcome to participate and contribute.

New Staff Positions This Week (7)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

11/19/2024: 2nd Shift Custodian (Part-Time)
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000027468965-2nd-shift-custodian-part-time-
11/19/2024: Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000027445278-assistant-director-of-transfer-admissions
11/19/2024: Admissions Counselor / Senior Admissions Counselor / Assistant Director of Admissions
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000027438128-admissions-counselor-senior-admissions-counselor-assistant-director-of-admissions
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

Search Augsburg Job Postings

PA Program 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

Support Augsburg During Give to the Max This Week

submitted by jonesma@augsburg.edu

Suport Augsburg University during Give to the Max 2024! Your gift, no matter the size, will make an impact.

Projects range from supporting our athletic teams, to our academics, to our campus and community programs. Make a gift to one project or make a gift to each of them!

We understand that not everyone is able to give financially at this time, and if that is indeed the case for you, there are still ways to make a big impact. Here are ways to spread the word:

-Share the pages that you love on social media with the hashtag #AuggiesGive
-Send messages to friends and families about our fundraising goals
-Spread the word about all of these projects through word of mouth or email

Our Augsburg community knows how to make a difference in the world. We hope that you will help us raise funds for these important projects that support our students this week! Give to the Max ends Thursday, November 21 at 11:59 p.m.

Look through the various projects or make a gift here: https://engagement.augsburg.edu/g/auggies-give-to-the-max-2024

Thank you!

Give to the Max today!

Staff Senate Hosts Gathering TODAY, November 20

submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu

The Staff Senate will host its first casual meet and greet TODAY (Wednesday, November 20) from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. 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 20, 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 9 at 12:30 p.m. 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.

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!

Teach-in and Workshop on the 2024 Election

submitted by lloydr@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, environmental Issues, and the overall state of democracy in America.

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

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

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

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.

Find all the information you need to register here: https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/mnudl-augsburg-experience/

Questions? Contact:
Johan at udlvolunteers@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.

We’re specifically seeking a candidate with teaching and/or policy debate experience.

• 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 here:

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

Volunteers Needed for UMBrooks Debate Tournament This Saturday, November 23

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

The Minnesota Urban Debate League is a program of Augsburg University. We provide academic competitive debate programming to middle and high school students. Participating in debate helps Twin Cities students gain crucial academic skills like argumentation, public speaking, and critical thinking.

We are seeking volunteers to serve as debate judges for our Saturday MSHSL debate tournament. The topic of the debate is the implications of AI and intellectual property rights.

No previous debate experience is required! We’ll train you. Volunteers listen to students debate, weigh the arguments, pick a winner, and provide constructive written and verbal feedback to help students improve.

The tournament will take place in Blegen Hall at the University of Minnesota West Bank (right across the street from Augsburg University.) The volunteer shift will last from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Judges will be provided a meal (Boca Chica) for participating. Plus, every hour you spend with us puts you in consideration for the MNUDL Volunteer of the Year Award!

Thanks to funding from the AmeriCorps Volunteer Generation Fund, we can provide Uber rides to individuals who need transportation to the tournament site. Let Johan at udlvolunteers@augsburg.edu know if you need assistance.

Sign up to serve as a volunteer here! https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/volunteer-opportunities/

TODAY – Augsburg Staff Union Tabling – Christensen Center Lobby

submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu

Staff Representatives from your Augsburg Staff Union will be in Christensen Center Lobby today, Wednesday November 20th, 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

TODAY – Travelers EDGE Info Session 3:30-4:30 p.m.

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!

Check In and Connect – TODAY 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==

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

Search Augsburg Job Postings

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!

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

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

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!)

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!

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.

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.

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

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.

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==

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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/

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

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!

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==

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

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

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!)

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

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.

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 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

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

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

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.

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)

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

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/

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.

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

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”.

Benefits Information Session TODAY

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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

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.

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

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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

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

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

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

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

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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.