Augsburg University News and Announcements
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.
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.
submitted by gaffanes@augsburg.edu
Today from 4-7pm in Hagfors 111, the makerspace will be open to students that want to make things. Today’s meeting is casual, drop by and say hi! Today, we are focusing on introducing students to the space, showcasing the tools that are available for use, and getting students started with 3D modeling software if interested.
We want to help students bring their ideas to life by teaching them new skills and providing a community to build and troubleshoot with. We’ll see you there!
Questions? Shoot gaffanes@augsburg.edu an email.
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
11/04/2024: Student: IT TechDesk Assistant, Specific Shifts: M, W, F Daytime
– undefined
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
10/31/2024: Director of Public Safety
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000023930834-director-of-public-safety
10/31/2024: Human Resources Coordinator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000023843065-human-resources-coordinator
10/31/2024: 1st Shift Custodian
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000023828420-1st-shift-custodian
submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu
All faculty and staff are invited to the November Focused Conversation on 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.
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.
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”.
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.
submitted by kemuman@augsburg.edu
Upcoming workshop next week, Friday, November 15th, at 4:30 pm. If you plan on attending, make sure to RSVP! It helps us get an accurate headcount, ensures we get enough ingredients, and prevents us from turning away anyone who didn’t RSVP, especially when we get more than 25 people RSV and 35 people show up. Make sure to RSVP
submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu
Feeling overwhelmed by challenges at home or work? Experiencing post-election stress or anxiety? Talking to a professional through your Employee Assistance Program (EAP) can help.
Augsburg offers employees access to professional counselors and work/life specialists at no-cost through its EAP plans.
A Licensed Professional Counselor can help you with:
– Stress, depression, anxiety
– Relationship issues, divorce
– Anger, grief and loss
– Job stress, work conflicts
– Family and parenting problems
– Addiction, eating disorders, mental illness
Work/Life Specialists find support services and local resources to help with:
– Child and elder care
– Legal concerns**
– Financial issues
– Time management
– Relocation issues
– Identity Theft
UNUM EAP
Available to all employees
Phone: 1-800-854-1446
Website: Unum.com/support/employees/life-balance
Medica EAP
Available to Medica Health plan members
Phone: 1-800-626-7944
Website: LiveAndWorkWell.com
EAP services are not available to students. Students can seek resources through the Center for Wellness and Counseling.
submitted by gebbengn@augsburg.edu
Come see Enemy of the People! (A musical adaptation)
Performance dates are Nov 1-2 and 7-9 at 7PM, Nov 10 at 3PM
Location: Tjornhom-Nelson Theater
Students are just $5, General Public is $12, and other Augsburg Community is $10!
An Enemy of the People examines how a community responds when the local doctor threatens to expose that the town’s water source they rely on for tourism is contaminated. It raises questions of how far a community will go to protect their town’s secret so they can keep tourism dollars coming and circumvent a path to financial ruin. Scenes and songs will happen in close proximity to the audience, compelling them to feel as if they are part of the story. Immersed in the play’s dilemma, audiences will find themselves part of the climactic ending of the play when they actually vote to shape the ending of the story.
submitted by bjorkluw@augsburg.edu
No need to schedule an appointment! Drop by in the Enrollment Center to meet with a financial aid counselor for help during registration. We are open 10am-4pm.
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/
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==
submitted by carrigan@augsburg.edu
Come meet possible employer, College Possible, 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.
submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu
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 next week!
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.
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am to hear a message from JD Mechelke, Instructor, Religion and Philosophy.
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
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.
submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu
Grab a slize of PIZZA and connect with professionals from various government agencies to learn more about career opportunities within government.
Date: Thurs Nov 7th, 2024
Time: 12:00-1:30pm
Location: Marshall Room – Christensen Center
We will have round tables with different focus areas for students. This is a drop-in event and students are welcomed to talk to representatives at any of the tables they’re interested in.
Topics include:
1. How to Apply
2. Internships/Entry Level Roles
3. Public Policy
4. Human Services/Social Work
5. IT
6. Nursing/Healthcare/Public Health
7. Administration (HR/Communications/Diversity & Equity)
8. Finance/Accounting/Economics
submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu
Are you a STEM student looking for an internship? Then join us for an information session about the SciTech Internship Program sponsored by Augsburg’s Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and the NSF PRISM Program.
Our guest presenter will be Ama Asantewaa, Student Outreach Manager. This workshop will explain how to effectively complete the application process for the SciTech Internship Program. The mission of SciTech is to connect college students majoring in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) to paid internships in small to mid-sized companies.
Date: Thursday, November 7th, 2024
Time: 5 – 6 pm
Location: Augsburg Room
Food: Free Pizza and Drinks!
SciTech Internship Program: https://scitechmn.org/
Augsburg’s Association for Computing Machinery (ACM): https://augsburg.acm.org/
NSF PRISM Program: https://www.augsburg.edu/stem/prism/
Questions? Contact Dr. Jennifer Brookins-King at brookinj@augsburg.edu
submitted by bjorkluw@augsburg.edu
No need to schedule an appointment! Drop by in the Enrollment Center to meet with a financial aid counselor for help during registration. We are open Monday-Friday 10am-4pm. Closed on Election Day: Tuesday 11/5.
submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu
Join us for the remaining sessions of STW’s Continuing Education Series designed to empower you with the tools and insights needed to tackle leadership challenges, make informed decisions, foster collaboration, and drive meaningful change.
Upcoming Sessions:
Tuesday, Nov 12: The Coin Flip Model of Responsible Decision-Making
Tuesday, Nov 19: Communication, Clarity, and Collaboration
Tuesday, Nov 26th: Mindful Implementation and Change
All Sessions are Online, last 90 minutes, and start at 12:00 pm CST. All sessions are taught by Elaine Eschenbacher.
Use the coupon code: #STWSeries75 to receive 75% off the registration fee.
Register –> https://bit.ly/STWCEseries24
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.
submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu
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 next week!
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.
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
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.
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 11:30 am today to hear a message from Pastor John Schwehn. Mark Sedio, University Organist, will be our musician.
submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu
Join Interfaith Scholars and the Interfaith Institute for a guest panel and conversation on what care looks like in professional settings.
When: Thursday, November 7 (TONIGHT)
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Where: Hagfors 101
Who: All are welcome!
Special guests include Jenean Gilmer, Program Manager for Community-Engaged Learning at the Sabo Center; Katie Clark, Associate Professor in Nursing and Executive Director of the Augsburg Health Commons; and Joffrey Wilson, Vice President Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Mortenson.
If you need accommodations, please contact us: interfaith@augsburg.edu
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.
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
10/31/2024: Director of Public Safety
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000023930834-director-of-public-safety
10/31/2024: Human Resources Coordinator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000023843065-human-resources-coordinator
10/31/2024: 1st Shift Custodian
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000023828420-1st-shift-custodian
10/30/2024: Program Coordinator, Center for Adult and Continuing Education
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000023635875-program-coordinator-center-for-adult-and-continuing-education
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”.
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!
submitted by schonc@augsburg.edu
This year’s student-directed play “Tian” starts auditions in less than one week. 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.
submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu
Open Enrollment, the annual period when benefits-eligible employees make their benefit choices for the coming year, begins Monday, November 11 and continues through Sunday, November 24. This is the only time of year when you may elect or change your benefits, unless you experience a qualifying life event.
All benefits-eligible employees are encouraged to attend open enrollment information sessions. The first session will be held virtually on Thursday, November 7 at 12:00 noon.
The 2025 Benefit Guide is now available at https://sites.augsburg.edu/hr/employees/benefits/open-enrollment/
Coming in 2025: 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. Feedback from other Minnesota Private College Council (MPCC) schools has been overwhelmingly positive, and we’re excited to pilot this benefit with the Augsburg community.
Stay tuned for more information about Kavira and how you can access these services.
Mark your calendar to attend the following information sessions.
Zoom session link at https://sites.augsburg.edu/hr/employees/benefits/open-enrollment/
11/7, 12:00 noon – General Open Enrollment Session, Virtual
11/11, 10:00 a.m. – General Open Enrollment Session, Marshall Room
11/11, 11:30 a.m. – Kavira Information Session, Marshall Room
11/13, 9:00 a.m. – General Open Enrollment Session, Virtual
11/13, 10:30 a.m. – Kavira Information Session, Virtual
11/19, 1:00 p.m – 3:00 p.m. Open Enrollment Computer Lab, Sverdrup 202
Add these events to your Google calendar! Visit the HR website sites.augsburg.edu/hr and add the Payroll and Benefits calendar.
Email hr@augsburg.edu with any questions about these events.
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
11/04/2024: Student: IT TechDesk Assistant, Specific Shifts: M, W, F Daytime
– undefined
10/30/2024: Student: ISSS Orientation Leader
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000023632025-student-isss-orientation-leader
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/
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.
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
submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu
Do you need a place to bring your anxiety, expectations and other feelings around the 2024 election? Would you like to debrief our nation’s elections with members of our staff and faculty community? The Provost’s Office, Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship and Campus Ministry are partnering to host two Post-Election Day Gatherings for staff and faculty on Wednesday, November 6, 2024.
An in-person gathering is scheduled for 9am in Hoversten Chapel and a virtual gathering is scheduled for 4pm on ZOOM. Augsburg faculty and staff are invited to attend. The purpose of these gatherings is to make space for connection and care for our staff and faculty as we move through the elections, and to offer support and resources as we care for our students and wider community.
To receive the ZOOM link for the 4pm gathering, please complete this [form](https://forms.gle/bFd2cms815BHFoMj9).
Separate events and resources will support our students.
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”.
submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu
Join Interfaith Scholars and the Interfaith Institute for a guest panel and conversation on what care looks like in professional settings.
When: Thursday, November 7
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Where: Hagfors 101
Who: All are welcome!
Special guests include Jenean Gilmer, Program Manager for Community-Engaged Learning at the Sabo Center; Katie Clark, Associate Professor in Nursing and Executive Director of the Augsburg Health Commons; and Joffrey Wilson, Vice President Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Mortenson.
If you need accommodations, please contact us: interfaith@augsburg.edu
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.
submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu
Are you a STEM student looking for an internship? Then join us for an information session about the SciTech Internship Program sponsored by Augsburg’s Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and the NSF PRISM Program.
Our guest presenter will be Ama Asantewaa, Student Outreach Manager. This workshop will explain how to effectively complete the application process for the SciTech Internship Program. The mission of SciTech is to connect college students majoring in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) to paid internships in small to mid-sized companies.
Date: Thursday, November 7th, 2024
Time: 5 – 6 pm
Location: Augsburg Room
Food: Free Pizza and Drinks!
SciTech Internship Program: https://scitechmn.org/
Augsburg’s Association for Computing Machinery (ACM): https://augsburg.acm.org/
NSF PRISM Program: https://www.augsburg.edu/stem/prism/
Questions? Contact Dr. Jennifer Brookins-King at brookinj@augsburg.edu
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.
submitted by schonc@augsburg.edu
This year’s student-directed play “Tian” starts auditions in just one week. 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.
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.
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/
submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu
Presenter: Dr. Teresa Nance, Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion & Chief Diversity Officer, Villanova University
This session will focus on how educators can facilitate classroom conversations that incorporate diverse perspectives, guide students in respectful disagreement, and help students summarize discussions to identify key points and achieve closure. Presented by Dr. Teresa Nance, Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Villanova University, this webinar will provide actionable strategies to enhance classroom dialogue and ensure all students feel heard and valued.
Sponsored by ACUE.
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
submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu
The Augsburg University Staff Senate is a body of elected Augsburg University staff members who advocate on behalf of the staff, foster meaningful dialogue, and work to recognize and celebrate the impact of staff members on the University and community.
Upcoming events
The Senate will host its first casual meet and greet on Wednesday, November 20th from 3:30 – 4:30pm in OCG 100. Watch for more details and additional dates for the Senate to listen to staff experiences.
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.
Staff Senate for the 2024-25 Academic Year are Listed Below
Jenean Gilmer, Sabo Center for Citizenship and Democracy
Keri Clifton, Program Director for the Reell Office of Seeing Things Whole
Melissa Lee, Associate Athletic Director
Izzy Rankin (she/her), Talent Acquisition Specialist role. She supports the Staff Senate as the representative from the HR team.
Magaly Ortiz, Academic Advisor in the TRIO/SSS program
Hayley Selinski, Senior Graphic Designers
Emilie Lenz, Assistant Director of Financial Aid
Full bios can be found on the staff senate website — https://sites.augsburg.edu/staffsenate/about/
submitted by jenningj@augsburg.edu
We are excited to invite you to the Augsburg Black Women Association’s kickoff event for this year! Join us on Friday, November 8th, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the Marshall Room in Christensen Center. This event will be an opportunity to connect, share experiences, and build a community among Black women at Augsburg. We’d love to have you join us for an evening of fun, conversation, and empowerment as we celebrate and support one another.
We look forward to seeing you there!- The Board of Augsburg Black Women Association
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!
submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu
Open Enrollment, the annual period when benefits-eligible employees make their benefit choices for the coming year, begins Monday, November 11 and continues through Sunday, November 24. This is the only time of year when you may elect or change your benefits, unless you experience a qualifying life event.
All benefits-eligible employees are encouraged to attend open enrollment information sessions. The first session will be held virtually on Thursday, November 7 at 12:00 noon.
The 2025 Benefit Guide will be available by November 4 – watch A-mail for the announcement.
Coming in 2025: 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. Feedback from other Minnesota Private College Council (MPCC) schools has been overwhelmingly positive, and we’re excited to pilot this benefit with the Augsburg community.
Stay tuned for more information about Kavira and how you can access these services.
Mark your calendar to attend the following information sessions. Zoom links will be provided via A-mail.
11/7, 11:00 a.m. – General Open Enrollment Session, Virtual
11/11, 10:00 a.m. – General Open Enrollment Session, Marshall Room
11/11, 11:30 a.m. – Kavira Information Session, Marshall Room
11/13, 9:00 a.m. – General Open Enrollment Session, Virtual
11/13, 10:30 a.m. – Kavira Information Session, Virtual
Add these events to your Google calendar! Visit the HR website sites.augsburg.edu/hr and add the Payroll and Benefits calendar.
Email hr@augsburg.edu with any questions about these events.
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
The Echo is hiring! These are our open positions:
News Editor
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!
We are accepting applications on a rolling basis. 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
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am today to begin to process our collective emotions following this turbulent election cycle. There will be opportunities to sing, pray, listen to poetry, and share your concerns and hopes through ritual. This time has been designed to include students, staff, and faculty from all to none faiths.
submitted by bjorkluw@augsburg.edu
No need to schedule an appointment! Drop by in the Enrollment Center to meet with a financial aid counselor for help during registration. We are open Monday-Friday 10am-4pm. Closed on Election Day: Tuesday 11/5.
submitted by rodrig@augsburg.edu
November 8th was selected as the date for the annual National First-Generation College Celebration to honor the anniversary of the signing of the Higher Education Act (HEA) of 1965. The HEA was passed to ensure that everyone has access to higher education, regardless of income. In recognition of First-Generation College Celebration Day, the departments of TRIO Student Support Services, TRIO McNair Scholars, and Multicultural Life will be hosting events that highlight the first-generation college experience during the week of November 4th. These events are geared towards students but all are welcome to attend! *There will be a raffle for everyone who attends and signs in! Prizes include vintage TRIO gear and other swag!*
Monday, Nov. 4th: First-Generation Week Kick-Off
9:00 am – 3:00 pm Christensen Center
Games, photo booth with Auggie Eagle, games, activities, and more!
10:40 am – 11:00 am, Hoversten Chapel
Guest Speaker: Morgan Knutson, Strommen Center
Fellow staff and first gen Morgan Knutson shares her story.
Wednesday, Nov. 6th: Strommen Center and TRIO/SSS Present: The Hidden Curriculum of Networking
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm, Augsburg Room
Strommen Center presents on networking followed by a panel discussion from first gen professionals/graduate students. Refreshments provided!
Thursday, Nov. 7th: Share Your First-Generation Story
5:30 pm – 7:00 pm, SCI 123
Voicing first gen experiences of students around campus and building community, including a first gen panel. Refreshments provided!
Friday, Nov. 8th: National First-Generation Celebration Day at Augsburg’s Gage Center!
9:00 am – 12:30 pm, Gage Center
TRIO/SSS, CLASS office, and Academic Advising share space and support First-Generation college students – treats provided!
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
10/31/2024: Director of Public Safety
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000023930834-director-of-public-safety
10/31/2024: Human Resources Coordinator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000023843065-human-resources-coordinator
10/31/2024: 1st Shift Custodian
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000023828420-1st-shift-custodian
10/30/2024: Program Coordinator, Center for Adult and Continuing Education
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000023635875-program-coordinator-center-for-adult-and-continuing-education
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
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.
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
11/04/2024: Student: IT TechDesk Assistant, Specific Shifts: M, W, F Daytime
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10/30/2024: Student: ISSS Orientation Leader
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000023632025-student-isss-orientation-leader
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.
submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu
The Sabo Center for Democracy & Citizenship, Office of Faculty Development, and Center for Teaching & Learning have gathered resources to help instructors support voter education in the remaining days before the 2024 Election.
submitted by ibrahi22@augsburg.edu
November/13/2024, 2:00pm
submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu
Election Day is Tuesday, November 5. Have you made a plan to vote?
View your sample ballot ahead of time to check what you’ll be asked to vote on—not just the presidential race, but also races for Congress, the state legislature, school board, judges, local ballot initiatives, and constitutional amendments.
If you have questions about voting or need help, you can call or text the Minnesota Secretary of State call center from 8 a.m.–4 p.m..
CALL: 1-877-600-VOTE (8683)
TEXT: 651-217-3862
View your sample ballot on the Minnesota Secretary of State’s website.
submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu
Are you a STEM student looking for an internship? Then join us for an information session about the SciTech Internship Program sponsored by Augsburg’s Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and the NSF PRISM Program.
Our guest presenter will be Ama Asantewaa, Student Outreach Manager. This workshop will explain how to effectively complete the application process for the SciTech Internship Program. The mission of SciTech is to connect college students majoring in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) to paid internships in small to mid-sized companies.
Date: Thursday, November 7th, 2024
Time: 5 – 6 pm
Location: Augsburg Room
Food: Free Pizza and Drinks!
SciTech Internship Program: https://scitechmn.org/
Augsburg’s Association for Computing Machinery (ACM): https://augsburg.acm.org/
NSF PRISM Program: https://www.augsburg.edu/stem/prism/
Questions? Contact Dr. Jennifer Brookins-King at brookinj@augsburg.edu
submitted by erchula@augsburg.edu
Election day is November 5th, and since it is a University holiday, most buildings on campus will be closed. The following buildings will remain open on November 5th:
– Christensen Center: Open 5:00AM to 8:00PM due to it being a polling location
– Lindell Library: Open 9:00AM to 5:00PM
– Kennedy/Melby: Open normal hours, no open gym
All other buildings will not be accessible by fob, except for Faculty and Staff with pre-approved access. If you have an emergency and need to access a building that is closed on November 5, please contact the Department of Public Safety at (612) 330-1717; access to closed buildings will be decided on a case-by-case basis.
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.
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.
submitted by rodrig@augsburg.edu
November 8th was selected as the date for the annual National First-Generation College Celebration to honor the anniversary of the signing of the Higher Education Act (HEA) of 1965. The HEA was passed to ensure that everyone has access to higher education, regardless of income. In recognition of First-Generation College Celebration Day, the departments of TRIO Student Support Services, TRIO McNair Scholars, and Multicultural Life will be hosting events that highlight the first-generation college experience during the week of November 4th. These events are geared towards students but all are welcome to attend! *There will be a raffle for everyone who attends and signs in! Prizes include vintage TRIO gear and other swag!*
Monday, Nov. 4th: First-Generation Week Kick-Off
9:00 am – 3:00 pm Christensen Center
Games, photo booth with Auggie Eagle, games, activities, and more!
10:40 am – 11:00 am, Hoversten Chapel
Guest Speaker: Morgan Knutson, Strommen Center
Fellow staff and first gen Morgan Knutson shares her story.
Wednesday, Nov. 6th: Strommen Center and TRIO/SSS Present: The Hidden Curriculum of Networking
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm, Augsburg Room
Strommen Center presents on networking followed by a panel discussion from first gen professionals/graduate students. Refreshments provided!
Thursday, Nov. 7th: Share Your First-Generation Story
5:30 pm – 7:00 pm, SCI 123
Voicing first gen experiences of students around campus and building community, including a first gen panel. Refreshments provided!
Friday, Nov. 8th: National First-Generation Celebration Day at Augsburg’s Gage Center!
9:00 am – 12:30 pm, Gage Center
TRIO/SSS, CLASS office, and Academic Advising share space and support First-Generation college students – treats provided!
submitted by bjorkluw@augsburg.edu
No need to schedule an appointment! Drop by in the Enrollment Center to meet with a financial aid counselor for help during registration. We are open Monday-Friday 10am-4pm. Closed on Election Day: Tuesday 11/5
submitted by longj@augsburg.edu
Central Service (Copy Center, Shipping/Receiving and Mailroom) will be closed on Nov. 5th
There will be no USPS mail pick up that day. Please make sure to mail all ballets by Nov. 4, 2024. The USPS picks up the outgoing mail from Shipping/Receiving by 1:30pm. After that you will need to take your ballets to a Post Office location to have it postmarked on time.
submitted by mcaulayr@augsburg.edu
Empathy in Action is a student-led project focused on raising donations for a local family shelter. We will be hosting a toy drive and a bake sale, where people can donate new or gently used toys and buy baked goods. All proceeds will go towards helping the shelter. As a part of our work, we hope to raise awareness about the struggles local families are facing in the Twin Cities, while also bringing the community together to support them. This event will take place November 6th & 7th in the Christensen Center from 11:00a.m.-1:00 p.m.
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
10/31/2024: Director of Public Safety
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000023930834-director-of-public-safety
10/31/2024: Human Resources Coordinator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000023843065-human-resources-coordinator
10/31/2024: 1st Shift Custodian
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000023828420-1st-shift-custodian
10/30/2024: Program Coordinator, Center for Adult and Continuing Education
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000023635875-program-coordinator-center-for-adult-and-continuing-education
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Please join us today in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am as we celebrate First Generation Week at Augsburg. Morgan Knutzen, Career Services Director, Strommen Center for Meaningful Work, will tell her story in chapel today.
submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu
Join Interfaith Scholars and the Interfaith Institute for a guest panel and conversation on what care looks like in professional settings.
When: Thursday, November 7
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Where: Hagfors 101
Who: All are welcome!
Special guests include Jenean Gilmer, Program Manager for Community-Engaged Learning at the Sabo Center; Katie Clark, Associate Professor in Nursing and Executive Director of the Augsburg Health Commons; and Joffrey Wilson, Vice President Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Mortenson.
If you need accommodations, please contact us: interfaith@augsburg.edu
submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu
Do you need a place to bring your anxiety, expectations and other feelings around the 2024 election? Would you like to debrief our nation’s elections with members of our staff and faculty community? The Provost’s Office, Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship and Campus Ministry are partnering to host two Post-Election Day Gatherings for staff and faculty on Wednesday, November 6, 2024.
An in-person gathering is scheduled for 9am in Hoversten Chapel and a virtual gathering is scheduled for 4pm on ZOOM. Augsburg faculty and staff are invited to attend. The purpose of these gatherings is to make space for connection and care for our staff and faculty as we move through the elections, and to offer support and resources as we care for our students and wider community.
To receive the ZOOM link for the 4pm gathering, please complete this form (https://forms.gle/bFd2cms815BHFoMj9).
Separate events and resources will support our students.
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
10/30/2024: Student: ISSS Orientation Leader
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000023632025-student-isss-orientation-leader
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
Summary of Position
The Director of Public Safety directs the University’s security and environmental health and safety functions; including personnel, budgets, systems, policies and procedures. This position develops and maintains strategic plans and comprehensive initiatives for the management of risk with additional consideration directed at international study abroad sites.
Primary Responsibilities
– Individual/Asset Protection: Develop and administer resources focused on comprehensive plans promoting a safe learning and working environment for students, guests, faculty, and staff. Identify departmental needs, develop policies and procedures, and assist with investigations and documentation. Responsible for Campus Security Act compliance and other required reports.
– Transportation Administration: Provide oversight of the assessment and management of campus transportation and parking needs, policies, plans, and enforcement.
– Communications: Oversee campus switchboard, dispatch, and emergency/on-call communications.
– Budgets/Procurement: Prepare annual department budget and manage expenditures. Approve supply and equipment purchases and identify suppliers and resources.
– Team Leadership: Assign and control flow of work, managing operational and capital fiscal resources, hiring, and onboarding, ensuring training for and managing performance of employees, students, and third party services associated with public safety, communications, and transportation services.
– On-Call Responsibilities: Serves in an on-call capacity to ensure emergencies are adequately addressed.
– Conduct/Title IX: Works with the University’s conduct and Title IX teams to help enforce University’s standards of conduct, including investigating and/or adjudicating alleged violations.
– External Relationships: Works with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, and maintains ongoing partnerships with local law enforcement, first responders, and other support organizations associated with emergency preparedness, response, and recovery.
– Crime Prevention: Ensure training for faculty, staff, and students across the University in work-safety, crime prevention, loss control, emergency procedures, and personal safety; conduct safety inspections.
– Systems: Conduct needs assessment and ensure effectiveness of safety and security systems: locks, fire and security alarms, card access, CCTVs, dispatch/reporting/record keeping software, etc.
Additional Responsibilities
– Workers Compensation: Coordinate with Human Resources in reducing work injuries; ensure remediation of environmental problems (e.g., ergonomics); investigation, reporting.
– Other duties as apparent or assigned by supervisor(s).
Work Environment and Physical Demands
– Typical work environment is an office with regular computer and phone use. Sedentary work for long periods of time.
– Occasional strenuous physical conditions or potentially extreme temperature conditions, such as medical or security emergencies, indoors or outdoors.
– Exposure to irritating noise levels or substances such as in emergencies, chemicals, mace.
– Intense work environment associated with infrequent encounters with hostile or injured people.
– Occasional long or irregular hours including some weekends and evenings.
– Occasional travel.
submitted by agyakop@augsburg.edu
We’re thrilled to announce that the Augsburg Black Women’s Association (ABWA) will be hosting a tabling event to promote our very first kickoff gathering! Stop by our table to learn more about ABWA, meet some of our board members, and get all the details for our upcoming kickoff event on November 8th from 6-8 pm in the Marshall Room!
submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu
As a reminder, there will be no A-mail tomorrow due to Election Day. A-mail will return on November 6.
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”.
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/
submitted by andersj1@augsburg.edu
Dear research.gov users,
The National Science Foundation has implemented new security measures for logging into research.gov. You are now required to add a multifactor authentication (MFA) method to your account in order to sign into research.gov. A common way to do this is to set up a Passkey on your smartphone.
For more information, see the NSF’s Dear Colleague Letter: https://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2025/nsf25011/nsf25011.jsp.
If you need assistance setting up an MFA for your research.gov account, please contact John Anderson, Senior Director of Grants, at andersj1@augsubrg.edu.
submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu
Grab a slize of PIZZA and connect with professionals from various government agencies to learn more about career opportunities within government.
Date: Thurs Nov 7th, 2024
Time: 12:00-1:30pm
Location: Marshall Room – Christensen Center
We will have round tables with different focus areas for students. This is a drop-in event and students are welcomed to talk to representatives at any of the tables they’re interested in.
Topics include:
1. How to Apply
2. Internships/Entry Level Roles
3. Public Policy
4. Human Services/Social Work
5. IT
6. Nursing/Healthcare/Public Health
7. Administration (HR/Communications/Diversity & Equity)
8. Finance/Accounting/Economics
submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu
Join Interfaith Scholars and the Interfaith Institute for a guest panel and conversation on what care looks like in professional settings.
When: Thursday, November 7
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Where: Hagfors 101
Who: All are welcome!
Special guests include Jenean Gilmer, Program Manager for Community-Engaged Learning at the Sabo Center; Katie Clark, Associate Professor in Nursing and Executive Director of the Augsburg Health Commons; and Joffrey Wilson, Vice President Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Mortenson.
If you need accommodations, please contact us: interfaith@augsburg.edu
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November 8th was selected as the date for the annual National First-Generation College Celebration to honor the anniversary of the signing of the Higher Education Act (HEA) of 1965. The HEA was passed to ensure that everyone has access to higher education, regardless of income. In recognition of First-Generation College Celebration Day, the departments of TRIO Student Support Services, TRIO McNair Scholars, and Multicultural Life will be hosting events that highlight the first-generation college experience during the week of November 4th. These events are geared towards students but all are welcome to attend! *There will be a raffle for everyone who attends and signs in! Prizes include vintage TRIO gear and other swag!*
Monday, Nov. 4th: First-Generation Week Kick-Off
9:00 am – 3:00 pm Christensen Center
Games, photo booth with Auggie Eagle, games, activities, and more!
10:40 am – 11:00 am, Hoversten Chapel
Guest Speaker: Morgan Knutzen, Strommen Center
Fellow staff and first gen Morgan Knutzen shares her story.
Wednesday, Nov. 6th: Strommen Center and TRIO/SSS Present: The Hidden Curriculum of Networking
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm, Augsburg Room
Strommen Center presents on networking followed by a panel discussion from first gen professionals/graduate students. Refreshments provided!
Thursday, Nov. 7th: Share Your First-Generation Story
5:30 pm – 7:00 pm, SCI 123
Voicing first gen experiences of students around campus and building community, including a first gen panel. Refreshments provided!
Friday, Nov. 8th: National First-Generation Celebration Day at Augsburg’s Gage Center!
9:00 am – 12:30 pm, Gage Center
TRIO/SSS, CLASS office, and Academic Advising share space and support First-Generation college students – treats provided!
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Are you a STEM student looking for an internship? Then join us for an information session about the SciTech Internship Program sponsored by Augsburg’s Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and the NSF PRISM Program.
Our guest presenter will be Ama Asantewaa, Student Outreach Manager. This workshop will explain how to effectively complete the application process for the SciTech Internship Program. The mission of SciTech is to connect college students majoring in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) to paid internships in small to mid-sized companies.
Date: Thursday, November 7th, 2024
Time: 5 – 6 pm
Location: Augsburg Room
Food: Free Pizza and Drinks!
SciTech Internship Program: https://scitechmn.org/
Augsburg’s Association for Computing Machinery (ACM): https://augsburg.acm.org/
NSF PRISM Program: https://www.augsburg.edu/stem/prism/
Questions? Contact Dr. Jennifer Brookins-King at brookinj@augsburg.edu
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Come meet employer DSB Rock Island MONDAY in the Christensen Center lobby from 12:30pm-2pm.
Connected, Proactive, and Accessible® are more than words at DSB Rock Island. These values comprise our promise and chart the course for everything that we do for our clients. It’s our shared culture of always preparing for the journey ahead, of investing in our clients on a personal level. It’s bringing our best to every client interaction and always being available to address the urgent questions that can make all the difference. It’s understanding our clients’ professional and personal goals
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Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am for our All Saints service. The custom of commemorating all of the saints of the church on a single day goes back at least to the third century. In this service we remember loved ones who have died, especially in this past year. We will hold a special service with music from the Global Harmony Choir, music faculty Kenneth Green and Brian De Young, and student chamber musicians.
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Come see Enemy of the People! (A musical adaptation)
Performance dates are Nov 1-2 and 7-9 at 7PM, Nov 10 at 3PM
Location: Tjornhom-Nelson Theater
Students are just $5, General Public is $12, and other Augsburg Community is $10!
An Enemy of the People examines how a community responds when the local doctor threatens to expose that the town’s water source they rely on for tourism is contaminated. It raises questions of how far a community will go to protect their town’s secret so they can keep tourism dollars coming and circumvent a path to financial ruin. Scenes and songs will happen in close proximity to the audience, compelling them to feel as if they are part of the story. Immersed in the play’s dilemma, audiences will find themselves part of the climactic ending of the play when they actually vote to shape the ending of the story.
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Join Cedar Riverside neighbors and community partners for coffee and Somali tea today (Nov. 1) at 1:30 PM in the small park at the corner of 6th Street and Cedar Ave. This informal gathering is being sponsored by Trinity Lutheran Congregation and Dar Al-Hijrah mosque as an opportunity to come together and show unity in our care for the Cedar Riverside community in advance of the election.
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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!
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Do you need a place to bring your anxiety, expectations and other feelings around the 2024 election? Would you like to debrief our nation’s elections with members of our staff and faculty community? The Provost’s Office, Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship and Campus Ministry are partnering to host two Post-Election Day Gatherings for staff and faculty on Wednesday, November 6, 2024.
An in-person gathering is scheduled for 9am in Hoversten Chapel and a virtual gathering is scheduled for 4pm on ZOOM. Augsburg faculty and staff are invited to attend. The purpose of these gatherings is to make space for connection and care for our staff and faculty as we move through the elections, and to offer support and resources as we care for our students and wider community.
Separate events and resources will support our students.
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This year’s student-directed play “Tian” starts auditions in just two weeks. 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.
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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!
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Election Day is Tuesday, November 5. Have you made a plan to vote?
If you are eligible to vote but have not already registered, you can register or update your registration when you vote, whether that is at your polling place on Election Day or at an early voting location. You will need to provide proof of residence to register at the time of voting.
Students: If you did not already register to vote, your student ID will work as proof of residence if you are voting on campus OR in the city of Minneapolis, because Augsburg provided a list of students who live on campus or in Minneapolis to the county elections office. If you live on campus, your polling place is in Christensen Center.
If you have questions about voting or need help, you can call or text the Minnesota Secretary of State call center from 8 a.m.–4 p.m..
CALL: 1-877-600-VOTE (8683)
TEXT: 651-217-3862
Find out more about same-day voter registration in Minnesota.
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No need to schedule an appointment! Drop by in the Enrollment Center to meet with a financial aid counselor for help during registration. We are open Monday-Friday 10am-4pm. Closed on Election Day: Tuesday 11/5.
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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.
