Blessing of the Animals on October 4

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

We will offer a blessing of the animals in Hoversten Chapel on October 4 at 10:40 am. You are invited to bring your pet or emotional support or service animal to chapel that day or send a photo of your pet by October 2 to Janice Dames at dames@augsburg.edu to be included in the slideshow. On this day, animal life in all its forms is celebrated. October 4 was originally chosen for the blessing of the animals because it is the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi, a nature lover and patron saint of animals and the environment.

Public Meeting about I-94 Bike/Pedestrian Bridge Designs – September 24

submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MNDOT) is hosting a public meeting on Tuesday, September 24th from 4:00 – 6:00 PM at the Brian Coyle Center about the I-94/22nd Ave. S. bike and pedestrian bridge project. The purpose of the meeting is to gather feedback from residents and other users of the bridge about several alternative preliminary designs for a new bridge. Stop by and share your thoughts!

MNDOT Project Page

TAMU—Kenyan Fusion Restaurant—Offers Outdoor Dining and Extended Hours

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

TAMU, the wonderful Kenyan fusion restaurant on the corner of Riverside Avenue and 19th Avenue South, is excited to announce additional hours and outdoor dining. They’re now open Thursday-Sunday, 3 pm to 8 pm, with outdoor seating on 19th Avenue. Tamu has excellent options for meat eaters and vegans alike (the coconut greens are amazing). Stop on by or place a catering order for any events you host on campus that have less than 25 guests.

https://tamugrill.com/

https://tamugrill.com/

New Student Positions This Week (8)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

09/16/2024: Student: School of Humanities & Social Sciences Administrative Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000014274760-student-school-of-humanities-social-sciences-administrative-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
09/16/2024: Student: School of Humanities & Social Sciences Communications Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000014274595-student-school-of-humanities-social-sciences-communications-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
09/16/2024: Campus Kitchen Leader, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000014210025-campus-kitchen-leader-academic-year-2024-25
09/13/2024: Student: Residence Life Desk Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000013705026-student-residence-life-desk-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
09/12/2024: Student: Psychology Department Student Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000013500385-student-psychology-department-student-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
09/11/2024: Student: Academic Advising Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000013261685-student-academic-advising-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
09/11/2024: Student: Film & Media Technical Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000013216399-student-film-media-technical-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
09/11/2024: Student: Financial Aid Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000013207725-student-financial-aid-assistant-academic-year-2024-25

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Thó Wiŋ Magazine Now Hiring

submitted by endol@augsburg.edu

We are looking for officers for the 2024-2024 school year for Augsburg’s official literary magazine, Thó Wiŋ Magazine!

We are hiring two positions: Layout Editor and Assisting Editor. The Layout Editor will be responsible for assembling the layout of the magazine, placing submissions in a printable format, and designing advertising material for our social media and poster campaigns. The Assisting Editor will assist in administrative tasks and help with event planning. All editors will participate in regular meetings and assist with our decision process in determining which submissions should be accepted into the magazine.

We are requesting that those applying for the Layout Editor position provide examples of graphic design and/or formatting work they have done. For both positions a resume is requested, but not required.

This is a paid position. All officers receive a semesterly stipend between $100 and $400 depending on the position.

Please reach out to twmagazine@augsburg.edu with any questions or concerns! Thank you.

Submission deadline is this Friday, September 20th.

Apply using this form.

Share Shop Hours/Info

submitted by olsoni@augsburg.edu

The Share Shop is officially open for the semester! We are so excited to see you on Mondays from 1:00-5:00 pm, and Tuesdays and Fridays from 12:00-4:00 pm.

We will be accepting donations during these hours, you’re free to shop around, and we are available to schedule your formal clothing and outdoor activity rentals! Come check it out in Science Hall 8B across from the grey table (follow the blue arrows on the floor). See you there!

We are in search of…
– Men’s clothing
– Vacuums/brooms
– A laptop

For more updates, follow our Instagram (augsburg.shareshop)!

Thó Wiŋ Magazine Now Hiring

submitted by endol@augsburg.edu

We are looking for officers for the 2024-2024 school year for Augsburg’s official literary magazine, Thó Wiŋ Magazine!

We are hiring two positions: Layout Editor and Assisting Editor. The Layout Editor will be responsible for assembling the layout of the magazine, placing submissions in a printable format, and designing advertising material for our social media and poster campaigns. The Assisting Editor will assist in administrative tasks and help with event planning. All editors will participate in regular meetings and assist with our decision process in determining which submissions should be accepted into the magazine.

We are requesting that those applying for the Layout Editor position provide examples of graphic design and/or formatting work they have done. For both positions a resume is requested, but not required.

This is a paid position. All officers receive a semesterly stipend between $100 and $400 depending on the position.

Please reach out to twmagazine@augsburg.edu with any questions or concerns! Thank you.

Submission deadline is this Friday, September 20th.

Apply using this form.

Paul Vang Will Share His Story in Chapel on September 24

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us on Tuesday, September 24 at 11:30 for our next Uncovering Vocation chapel. Paul Vang, Pan-Asian Student Services Program Manager, will share his story. Paul is a first-generation college graduate and is a son to Hmong refugee parents. He graduated from St. Cloud State with a Bachelors of Science in Social Work. Paul is passionate about instilling leadership in young people and impacting systems that bring positive change, this pushed him to obtain his Masters of Arts in Organizational Leadership from Crown College. His professional experience includes nonprofit, public and educational sectors where he served mainly youth and young adults in positions such as Community Social Worker, Program Director, Youth & Family Program Specialist, and District Homeless Liaison. What excites Paul about the Pan-Asian Student Services Program Manager position is the ability to mentor students who reflect his educational and professional journey.

Do You Want a Metal Cabinet and/or Short Bookcase?

submitted by vanclev1@augsburg.edu

The library has the following available to the Augsburg community:

1 bookshelf: 15″d x 42″ h x 36″w
2 low metal cabinets: 18″ d x 41″h x 36″ w
1 medium height metal cabinet: 18″ d x 64.5″ h x 36″w
1 tall metal cabinet: 18″ d x 80″h x 36″w

Here are photos (the mail sorter is not available): https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1HT2tsrnHlpA4pVC-jFll47Cyuo0ai6LX?usp=sharing

None of these are in great shape. The metal cabinets have adjustable shelves and locks, but we don’t have the keys to them. These will be available to the Augsburg community until 9/25.

You will need to get them out of the library as soon as possible – preferably with the ability to move them. Please contact Stewart Van Cleve (vanclev1@augsburg.edu).

Public Meeting about I-94 Bike/Pedestrian Bridge Designs – September 24

submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MNDOT) is hosting a public meeting on Tuesday, September 24th from 4:00 – 6:00 PM at the Brian Coyle Center about the I-94/22nd Ave. S. bike and pedestrian bridge project. The purpose of the meeting is to gather feedback from residents and other users of the bridge about several alternative preliminary designs for a new bridge. Stop by and share your thoughts!

MNDOT Project Page

Full-Time Faculty: Apply for an Advancing Religious Pluralism Fellowship – Due Friday

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

The Interfaith Institute, Religion and Philosophy Department, and Center for Teaching and Learning received a grant from the Interfaith America and John Templeton Foundations to implement a year-long faculty cohort focused on a campus wide effort on teaching religious diversity and pluralism. We invite full-time Augsburg University faculty to apply for the fellowship program. Limited fellowships are available and fellows will receive a stipend of $500.00. Faculty from any department are encouraged to apply.

The goals of the yearlong fellowship are to develop new material for courses, new approaches to teaching, and to learn from other faculty members in the cohort. We will be leading workshops on religious pluralism, teaching religious diversity, and understanding how to engage worldview diversity in the classroom and beyond. If you’re not familiar with teaching religious and worldview diversity, this cohort is a wonderful opportunity to learn more and build your skills and familiarity with these topics. We will work with you to integrate content and skills in your context and academic discipline.

Sessions will include presentations on topics and the opportunity to workshop ideas with other cohort members. Some brief pre-reading will be required.

The cohort will meet via Zoom:
Thursday Oct. 10th 3:30-5:30
Thursday Nov. 7th 3:30-5:30
Thursday Feb. 6th 3:30-5:30
Thursday Feb. 20th 3:30-5:30
Thursday March 27th 3:30-5:30

To apply, complete the Advancing Religious Pluralism Faculty Fellows Application
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeI5ma2nslQ0GiBye90DwHMj7PbReoS08rbVZGnFWRbP-yEDQ/viewform

Questions? Contact us at interfaith@augsburg.edu

High Holy Days Panel

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

Join the Interfaith Institute, Office of the President, and Center for Teaching and Learning for a student-led panel on the Jewish High Holy Days. Panelists will discuss the significance of the holidays and how faculty and staff can support students. Faculty, staff and students are all welcome to attend!

Date: Wednesday, September 25
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 pm
Location: Science 123

Contact us with questions or if you need accommodations: interfaith@augsburg.edu

Join Knack for Free Tutoring Help

submitted by advising@augsburg.edu

Augsburg University has proudly partnered with Knack—a platform enabling Augsburg students to book course-specific peer tutoring and mentoring services. Knack Tutors are Augsburg students who have previously aced the courses they offer assistance in; tutoring is completely free and sessions can take place in-person or online.

To get started, visit the Knack website and log in with your Augsburg account. Indicate the course and topics you need assistance with, and a tutor that has aced your class will contact you to schedule a session.

Contact Academic Advising or drop by Lindell Library 227 with questions!

Learn more about Knack and get started.

New Student Positions This Week (8)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

09/16/2024: Student: School of Humanities & Social Sciences Administrative Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000014274760-student-school-of-humanities-social-sciences-administrative-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
09/16/2024: Student: School of Humanities & Social Sciences Communications Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000014274595-student-school-of-humanities-social-sciences-communications-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
09/16/2024: Campus Kitchen Leader, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000014210025-campus-kitchen-leader-academic-year-2024-25
09/13/2024: Student: Residence Life Desk Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000013705026-student-residence-life-desk-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
09/12/2024: Student: Psychology Department Student Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000013500385-student-psychology-department-student-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
09/11/2024: Student: Academic Advising Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000013261685-student-academic-advising-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
09/11/2024: Student: Film & Media Technical Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000013216399-student-film-media-technical-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
09/11/2024: Student: Financial Aid Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000013207725-student-financial-aid-assistant-academic-year-2024-25

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Thó Wiŋ Magazine Now Hiring

submitted by endol@augsburg.edu

We are looking for officers for the 2024-2024 school year for Augsburg’s official literary magazine, Thó Wiŋ Magazine!

We are hiring two positions: Layout Editor and Assisting Editor. The Layout Editor will be responsible for assembling the layout of the magazine, placing submissions in a printable format, and designing advertising material for our social media and poster campaigns. The Assisting Editor will assist in administrative tasks and help with event planning. All editors will participate in regular meetings and assist with our decision process in determining which submissions should be accepted into the magazine.

We are requesting that those applying for the Layout Editor position provide examples of graphic design and/or formatting work they have done. For both positions a resume is requested, but not required.

This is a paid position. All officers receive a semesterly stipend between $100 and $400 depending on the position.

Please reach out to twmagazine@augsburg.edu with any questions or concerns! Thank you.

Submission deadline is September 20th.

Apply using this form.

Faculty and Staff Headshot Day, 9/24 and 10/4

submitted by selinski@augsburg.edu

MarComm’s photographer, Courtney Perry, will be on campus to take headshots for Augsburg faculty and staff Tuesday, September 24 from 12–2pm and Friday, October 4 1:20–3pm in the Hagfors Lobby. Please sign up for 1 time slot and be prepared to have your photo taken during that timeframe (a maximum of 4 people can sign up for the same time). Photos will be shared within a week or two after the events via an A-Mail post.

Previous faculty/staff headshots can be downloaded here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1B9MzQTCUYBopmLFVVcFdsO-J8Xw9kXV0?usp=drive_link

Faculty + Staff Headshot Day Sign-Up (Round 2)

Harvest Moon Block Party, Saturday, September 21, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

On Saturday, September 21st, come see community solutions in motion and learn about the upcoming renovation of the Roof Depot warehouse as we continue building toward the long-fostered East Phillips Urban Farm vision.

All are welcome to this free event, put on by and for the community. There will be food, presentations, live art and performances, youth-led journalism, and plenty of activities for kids and adults.

Hosted by East Phillips Neighborhood Institute (EPNI), in collaboration with HOPE Community, Strong Mind Strong Body Foundation’s Community Journalism Program, Kalpulli KetzalCoatlicue (Danza Ketzal), KRSM Radio, Little Earth Protectors, and other local partners.

Please RSVP! There is no fee, but will help us figure out food.
https://actionnetwork.org/events/east-phillips-urban-farm-harvest-moon-block-party-celebrating-community-stewardship-of-the-roof-depot-2/

Interested in volunteering with EPNI?Fill out this form! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1myT1Fnaj4nOtMbkQlBYkjX7PxnDxuBmGsWwnxKGgT3s/viewform?edit_requested=true

Learn more at: https://linktr.ee/epnifarm

Please RSVP!

TODAY – QIPOC Friendship Bracelets

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

Hello everyone!

Today, QIPOC is hosting an event in the Marshall Room from 5:30-7:30PM. We will be watching some YouTube video essays that you can put on and making friendship bracelets. We’ll have the option to also make small charm bracelets. We will also be going over our scheduled events for this semester, open board positions, and how to be an active member to get some cool perks! Snacks and drinks will be provided to you, as well as instructions to help make friendship bracelets.

We’re so excited to have you guys come join us! Be sure to follow our Instagram @qipoc.augsburg for event reminders, details, updates, etcetera.
If you have any questions, please feel free to email us at qipoc.org@augsburg.edu.

Auggie Life Posting to RSVP

Visit the Writing Center Today

submitted by greenfie@augsburg.edu

The Augsburg Writing Center offers free writing support, both online and in-person. Skilled Augsburg students will work with you one-on-one at whatever stage of writing you are in – the idea-development stage, the drafting stage, and the revision stage – and can show you how to choose an appropriate essay topic, how to develop a thesis statement and paragraphs, how to revise your essay, or assist with any other writing needs you may have. Tutors will be alert listeners and ask questions, and will not judge or evaluate the work in progress. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to seeing you!

Located on the second floor (across from Advising) of the Lindell Library

In-Person Hours (stop by anytime, no appointment needed):

Monday: 2:00-8:00pm
Tuesday: 2:00-8:00pm
Wednesday: 2:00-8:00pm
Thursday: 2:00-8:00pm
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 5:00-8:00pm

Online (appointment needed): Sunday-Thursday 6-8pm

https://sites.augsburg.edu/writingcenter/

September 17 Is Constitution Day

submitted by burgessa@augsburg.edu

Constitution Day is an American federal observance that recognizes the adoption of the United States Constitution and those who have become U.S. citizens. It is celebrated on September 17, the day the U.S. Constitutional Convention signed the Constitution in 1787 in Philadelphia.

One of the key responsibilities of citizenship is voting. This year, Election Day is Tuesday, November 5 and Augsburg has made Election Day a holiday during which classes are canceled so that all eligible voters have time to vote. The office of the Minnesota Secretary of State has sample ballots and information about voting. Please visit the Sabo Center website for helpful voter information resources.

Sabo Center Blog

Students: Need to Talk?

submitted by cwc@augsburg.edu

BetterMynd is Augsburg’s new teletherapy partner who provides a diverse suite of counselors available for 1-1 counseling over Zoom.

– Remote appointments (Zoom) anywhere that’s safe and comfortable for you
– Login using any device with internet (phone, tablet, laptop)
– Available days, evenings and weekends
– Available over school breaks
– Ability to select your counselor based on demographics, identities, lived experiences, and specialties

Note: BetterMynd is a new option for Auggies. Free in-person or virtual counseling services are still available to all students from the Center for Wellness and Counseling! To get started with a counselor in CWC, email cwc@augsburg.edu.

Learn more about BetterMynd.

High Holy Days Panel

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

Join the Interfaith Institute, Office of the President, and Center for Teaching and Learning for a student-led panel on the Jewish High Holy Days. Panelists will discuss the significance of the holidays and how faculty and staff can support students. Faculty, staff and students are all welcome to attend!

Date: Wednesday, September 25
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 pm
Location: Science 123

Contact us with questions or if you need accommodations: interfaith@augsburg.edu

Reminder: How to Schedule Events

submitted by obeys@augsburg.edu

University Events has been working hard to launch a new request form for all events and meeting reservations. So that all requests can be saved in the same place, it is essential that faculty and staff use this form to submit all requests regardless of whether your event is basic or more complicated. Please note that if your event requires any special set up, catering, AV requests, etc. we require at least 15 business days (but more time is strongly recommended to ensure your event is a success). The new form, as well as all resources for planning your event, can be found at https://sites.augsburg.edu/events/

Student groups and organizations should submit event requests through Auggie Life.

If you have trouble submitting the form, please screenshot the issue and email it to events@augsburg.edu so that we can look into fixing the issue.

University Events Site

Full-Time Faculty: Apply for an Advancing Religious Pluralism Fellowship – Due Friday

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

The Interfaith Institute, Religion and Philosophy Department, and Center for Teaching and Learning received a grant from the Interfaith America and John Templeton Foundations to implement a year-long faculty cohort focused on a campus wide effort on teaching religious diversity and pluralism. We invite full-time Augsburg University faculty to apply for the fellowship program. Limited fellowships are available and fellows will receive a stipend of $500.00. Faculty from any department are encouraged to apply.

The goals of the yearlong fellowship are to develop new material for courses, new approaches to teaching, and to learn from other faculty members in the cohort. We will be leading workshops on religious pluralism, teaching religious diversity, and understanding how to engage worldview diversity in the classroom and beyond. If you’re not familiar with teaching religious and worldview diversity, this cohort is a wonderful opportunity to learn more and build your skills and familiarity with these topics. We will work with you to integrate content and skills in your context and academic discipline.

Sessions will include presentations on topics and the opportunity to workshop ideas with other cohort members. Some brief pre-reading will be required.

The cohort will meet via Zoom:
Thursday Oct. 10th 3:30-5:30
Thursday Nov. 7th 3:30-5:30
Thursday Feb. 6th 3:30-5:30
Thursday Feb. 20th 3:30-5:30
Thursday March 27th 3:30-5:30

To apply, complete the Advancing Religious Pluralism Faculty Fellows Application
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeI5ma2nslQ0GiBye90DwHMj7PbReoS08rbVZGnFWRbP-yEDQ/viewform

Questions? Contact us at interfaith@augsburg.edu

Share Shop Hours/Info

submitted by olsoni@augsburg.edu

The Share Shop is officially open for the semester! We are so excited to see you on Mondays from 1:00-5:00 pm, and Tuesdays and Fridays from 12:00-4:00 pm.

We will be accepting donations during these hours, you’re free to shop around, and we are available to schedule your formal clothing and outdoor activity rentals! Come check it out in Science Hall 8B across from the grey table (follow the blue arrows on the floor). See you there!

We are in search of…
– Men’s clothing
– Vacuums/brooms
– A laptop

For more updates, follow our Instagram (augsburg.shareshop)!

Register to Vote TODAY

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Tuesday, September 17 is National Voter Registration Day! There are multiple ways to register to vote in Minnesota: online, on paper, or in person at your polling place.

Stop by two voter engagement events on campus today:

Voter registration tabling
10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Christensen Center Lobby
(Sponsored by Dean of Students Office)

Young Voters’ Voice Listening Session
5–8:30 p.m.
Student Lounge
(Sponsored by ADSG with Children’s Defense Fund—MN)

Visit Augsburg’s voter engagement website.

New Student Positions This Week (5)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

09/13/2024: Student: Residence Life Desk Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000013705026-student-residence-life-desk-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
09/12/2024: Student: Psychology Department Student Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000013500385-student-psychology-department-student-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
09/11/2024: Student: Academic Advising Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000013261685-student-academic-advising-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
09/11/2024: Student: Film & Media Technical Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000013216399-student-film-media-technical-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
09/11/2024: Student: Financial Aid Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000013207725-student-financial-aid-assistant-academic-year-2024-25

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Apply Today and Shape The Future of STEM

submitted by okeked@augsburg.edu

Are you ready to impact the STEM community? Whether you want to guide others or seek guidance, Augsburg’s STEM Peer Mentorship Program is your opportunity!

For Mentors:
If you’re a rising junior or senior in a STEM major with experience and a passion for leadership, become a mentor! Help first-year and sophomore students navigate their academic and professional paths.

Benefits:

Lead and Inspire: Shape the future of STEM students.
Share Knowledge: Provide advice on internships, scholarships, and more.
Expand Your Network: Build meaningful connections.
Commitment: 3-4 hours per month, including one-on-one and group meetings.

For Mentees:
If you’re a first-year or sophomore in a STEM major, a mentor can guide you through internships, scholarships, and coursework, helping you thrive.

Benefits:

Gain Insight: Receive valuable advice and support.
Navigate Your Path: Make informed decisions about your academic and career goals.
Build Connections: Connect with professionals and peers.
Commitment: 3-4 hours per month, including meetings with your mentor and group sessions.

How to Apply: Complete the STEM Peer Mentorship Application to join us starting Fall 2024. For questions, email stempeer@augsburg.edu.

Apply Today and Shape the Future of STEM!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdTqFUMS-q2Ytr5nVccWfkcUm-5bd9d8ia56CKVVD4nRJ3NZA/viewform?usp=sf_link

Orange Shirt Day – September 30

submitted by allang@augsburg.edu

Orange Shirt day recognized on Sept. 30th annually and is a national day of remembrance of those who survived Indian boarding schools and those who did not come home. This year the Augsburg Indigenous Student Association and American Indian Student Services are providing Orange Shirts with “Every child matters” on them for Augsburg students, staff, and faculty. Orange Shirts will be available (at no charge) on Sept. 26th & 27th in the Oyate Commons from 9am-2pm. T-shirts will be available while supplies last so it is first come first served. Any questions can be directed to aiss@augsburg.edu.

Learn more about Orange Shirt Day

Daily Chapel: Believe in What’s Possible

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

As part of National Voter Registration Day, Chelsea Sheldon of Believe in What’s Possible, will talk about the organization’s work to increase youth civic awareness and engagement in MN primary elections through celebratory events-based organizing – thereby transforming MN’s political math. They seek to inspire all youth, particularly BIPOC, rural, and unhoused youth, to participate in politics on their terms. The organization will also be tabling in Christensen Center from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.

Blessing of the Animals on October 4

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Campus Ministry will offer a blessing of the animals in Hoversten Chapel on October 4 at 10:40 am. You are invited to bring your pet or emotional support or service animal to chapel that day or send a photo of your pet by October 2 to Janice Dames at dames@augsburg.edu to be included in the slideshow. On this day, animal life in all its forms is celebrated. October 4 was originally chosen for the blessing of the animals because it is the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi, a nature lover and patron saint of animals and the environment.

Organist Arjan Breukhoven Performance 9/20

submitted by mendezm@augsburg.edu

Organist Arjan Breukhoven from the Netherlands to perform at Augsburg

Friday, September 20, 2024
Masterclass on Organ Improvisation at 9:30 a.m.
Organ Recital at 7:00 p.m. Hoversten Chapel

Arjan Breukhoven will make four appearances in the Twin Cities, including two at Augsburg University, where he will present a masterclass in the morning and a recital in the evening.

Born in Rotterdam, he studied organ and church music at the Royal Conservatory in The Hague. He performs internationally as a concert organist, touring the US and Germany this year; next year, he will tour Germany and Australia.
Breukhoven received the Médaille d’Argent (silver medal) in 2014 from the French Academic Society of Arts-Sciences-Lettres for his accomplishments in French organ music. Breukhoven was also awarded the Knight of the Order of Orange-Nassau in 2020 by the king of the Netherlands.

He also directs three large Dutch male choirs and the Australian Christian Men’s Choir in Perth, and is renowned for his many compositions for choir, organ, and other instruments.

Seeking Student Tutors: $16/Hr

submitted by advising@augsburg.edu

Augsburg University has proudly partnered with Knack—a platform enabling Augsburg students to book course-specific peer tutoring and mentoring services. Knack Tutors are Augsburg students who have previously aced the courses they offer assistance in; tutoring is completely free and sessions can take place in-person or online.

Tutors earn $16/hour and set their own schedule, including whether to tutor online or in-person. Augsburg students can tutor any courses in which they’ve earned a B+ or higher.

To become a tutor,

1) Visit https://www.joinknack.com/tutor/augsburg-university
2) Select “Become a tutor”
3) Complete the online tutor training module
4) Submit an unofficial transcript (available on Records & Registration by clicking on “Unofficial Transcript” > “All Semesters” > “Printable Version”)
5) Start tutoring and get paid!

Contact Academic Advising or drop by Lindell Library 227 with questions!

Learn more about Knack and get started.

New Staff Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

09/12/2024: Liason for Computing: Administrative
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000013403669-liason-for-computing-administrative
09/09/2024: Program Coordinator, StepUP
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000012623953-program-coordinator-stepup

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Full-Time Faculty: Apply for an Advancing Religious Pluralism Fellowship – Due Friday

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

The Interfaith Institute, Religion and Philosophy Department, and Center for Teaching and Learning received a grant from the Interfaith America and John Templeton Foundations to implement a year-long faculty cohort focused on a campus wide effort on teaching religious diversity and pluralism. We invite full-time Augsburg University faculty to apply for the fellowship program. Limited fellowships are available and fellows will receive a stipend of $500.00. Faculty from any department are encouraged to apply.

The goals of the yearlong fellowship are to develop new material for courses, new approaches to teaching, and to learn from other faculty members in the cohort. We will be leading workshops on religious pluralism, teaching religious diversity, and understanding how to engage worldview diversity in the classroom and beyond. If you’re not familiar with teaching religious and worldview diversity, this cohort is a wonderful opportunity to learn more and build your skills and familiarity with these topics. We will work with you to integrate content and skills in your context and academic discipline.

Sessions will include presentations on topics and the opportunity to workshop ideas with other cohort members. Some brief pre-reading will be required.

The cohort will meet via Zoom:
Thursday Oct. 10th 3:30-5:30
Thursday Nov. 7th 3:30-5:30
Thursday Feb. 6th 3:30-5:30
Thursday Feb. 20th 3:30-5:30
Thursday March 27th 3:30-5:30

To apply, complete the Advancing Religious Pluralism Faculty Fellows Application
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeI5ma2nslQ0GiBye90DwHMj7PbReoS08rbVZGnFWRbP-yEDQ/viewform

Questions? Contact us at interfaith@augsburg.edu

High Holy Days Panel

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

Join the Interfaith Institute, Office of the President, and Center for Teaching and Learning for a student-led panel on the Jewish High Holy Days. Panelists will discuss the significance of the holidays and how faculty and staff can support students. Faculty, staff and students are all welcome to attend!

Date: Wednesday, September 25
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 pm
Location: Science 123

Contact us with questions or if you need accommodations: interfaith@augsburg.edu

New Staff Positions This Week (3)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

09/12/2024: Liason for Computing: Administrative
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000013403669-liason-for-computing-administrative
09/09/2024: Program Coordinator, StepUP
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000012623953-program-coordinator-stepup
09/06/2024: Human Resources Coordinator
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000012252030-human-resources-coordinator

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New Student Positions This Week (6)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

09/12/2024: Student: Psychology Department Student Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000013500385-student-psychology-department-student-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
09/11/2024: Student: Academic Advising Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000013261685-student-academic-advising-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
09/11/2024: Student: Film & Media Technical Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000013216399-student-film-media-technical-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
09/11/2024: Student: Financial Aid Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000013207725-student-financial-aid-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
09/08/2024: Student: Schwartz School Event and Promotional Support Assistant
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000012431205-student-schwartz-school-event-and-promotional-support-assistant
09/08/2024: Student: Schwartz School Graphic Design Assistant
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Apply Today and Shape The Future of STEM

submitted by okeked@augsburg.edu

Are you ready to impact the STEM community? Whether you want to guide others or seek guidance, Augsburg’s STEM Peer Mentorship Program is your opportunity!

For Mentors:
If you’re a rising junior or senior in a STEM major with experience and a passion for leadership, become a mentor! Help first-year and sophomore students navigate their academic and professional paths.

Benefits:

Lead and Inspire: Shape the future of STEM students.
Share Knowledge: Provide advice on internships, scholarships, and more.
Expand Your Network: Build meaningful connections.
Commitment: 3-4 hours per month, including one-on-one and group meetings.

For Mentees:
If you’re a first-year or sophomore in a STEM major, a mentor can guide you through internships, scholarships, and coursework, helping you thrive.

Benefits:

Gain Insight: Receive valuable advice and support.
Navigate Your Path: Make informed decisions about your academic and career goals.
Build Connections: Connect with professionals and peers.
Commitment: 3-4 hours per month, including meetings with your mentor and group sessions.

How to Apply: Complete the STEM Peer Mentorship Application to join us starting Fall 2024. For questions, email stempeer@augsburg.edu.

Apply Today and Shape the Future of STEM!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdTqFUMS-q2Ytr5nVccWfkcUm-5bd9d8ia56CKVVD4nRJ3NZA/viewform?usp=sf_link

Employer Tabling TODAY: Improve Your Tomorrow

submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu

Come meet an employer, Improve Your Tomorrow, TODAY in the Christensen Center Lobby! Improve Your Tomorrow is a college-access and completion non-profit providing wrap-around programs and services to young men of color, helping them get to and through college.

A core piece of how we achieve our mission is through youth mentorship. Each year, Improve Your Tomorrow offers over 150 paid AmeriCorps fellowships for college students to serve as mentors in our region’s middle schools and high schools.

Employer Tabling: Improve Your Tomorrow

Christensen Symposium: Spirituality and Self-Care

submitted by maruggi@augsburg.edu

My Body Is My Vocation: Embracing Self-Care as a Sacred Calling
Chanequa Walker-Barnes
Thursday, September 19th, 11:00-12:00
Foss Center, Hoversten Chapel, Augsburg University
In religious contexts, vocation is usually defined as the work that the Divine calls us to do on behalf of others. But what if our vocation starts much closer to home, with the ways that we care for and nurture ourselves? This lecture explores how self-care transcends mere indulgence to become a spiritual discipline and vocation that helps us to cultivate resilience, compassion, a deeper connection with our faith, and ultimately, greater love for the world.
Chanequa Walker-Barnes, Ph.D., is a prominent scholar, theologian, and author, known for her thought-provoking work on racial justice and spirituality. With a deep commitment to social change, she combines her expertise in clinical psychology and theology to tackle issues of systemic oppression, cultural trauma, and their impact on individuals and society.

Changes to Library Website (ILL)

submitted by vanclev1@augsburg.edu

The library is putting the finishing touches on “James” and “Jean,” our self-service model! We have updated our search (the catalog) to make it easier for students to understand interlibrary loan (ILL) services:

– For electronic articles available at other institutions, the ILL button will now read “Email it to me for free.” Here’s an example: https://augsburg.on.worldcat.org/oclc/425479288

– For books, and other physical items, the ILL button will now read “Request Free Delivery to Jean (1st Floor Pick-Up Lockers).” Here’s an example: https://augsburg.on.worldcat.org/oclc/20040515

As part of this change, we will decommission the outdoor bookdrop on Monday morning. Please return materials inside the building – and check the hours beforehand! (library.augsburg.edu/hours)

Please contact Stewart Van Cleve (vanclev1@augsburg) with any questions.

Share Shop Hours/Info

submitted by olsoni@augsburg.edu

The Share Shop is officially open for the semester! We are so excited to see you on Mondays from 1:00-5:00 pm, and Tuesdays and Fridays from 12:00-4:00 pm.

We will be accepting donations during these hours, you’re free to shop around, and we are available to schedule your formal clothing and outdoor activity rentals! Come check it out in Science Hall 8B across from the grey table (follow the blue arrows on the floor). See you there!

We are in search of…
– Men’s clothing
– Vacuums/brooms
– A laptop

For more updates, follow our Instagram (augsburg.shareshop)!

Sign Up for Taste of Augsburg – Calling All Student Orgs, Teams, and Department Heads

submitted by rolfn@augsburg.edu

Calling all student organizations, athletic teams, and department heads, sign up to be a vendor at the Taste of Augsburg Homecoming event on Saturday, October 12, 2024 from 10:30am to 12:30pm.

Taste of Augsburg is a great way to engage with students, alumni, parents and friends of the University on Homecoming weekend, while also raising money to support your student group, team, or department. Whether you sell food, beverages, swag, or something else, consider signing up for Taste of Augsburg today! The last day to sign up is Friday, September 13.

For questions, please reach out to berkasn@augsburg.edu.

Link to sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScz6yyn7t7i9SHk-_pCvyMxoV2qfmwLqK_XHw5EUwcQuwmVOw/viewform

Link to seed money request form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfE8X8knUsVneZUeAFb4uqVVFc0prW7PpJUuaK1nHPTuQ7JTA/viewform?usp=sf_link

Taste of Augsburg Vendor Sign Up

Augsburg Project Leaders: Apply for a 2024 Give to the Max Fundraising Page

submitted by rolfn@augsburg.edu

Calling all project leaders, coaches, and department heads, apply to have a Give to the Max 2024 fundraising page for your specific project!

Planning is underway for Give to the Max Day here at Augsburg. In order to have a fundraising page, you must fill out the Google Form below. The deadline to apply for a project is September 13.

We will be in touch with applicants with decisions about final projects the following week.

Prior to application, please read the Give to the Max Project Leaders document: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QU8igtQkn10d0gWEBvYXeNLbBjSy_BmE48tBedVM31Y/edit?usp=sharing

Google form application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeVAfQfS2jZ2mN67T3yopvDLZOmhin1ple9E699QuPwtSLFuw/viewform

For questions, please reach out to Nate Berkas at berkasn@augsburg.edu

Augsburg Give to the Max Day 2024 – Project Fundraising Page Application

Employer Tabling Monday: Improve Your Tomorrow

submitted by carrigan@augsburg.edu

Come meet an employer, Improve Your Tomorrow, Monday in the Christensen Center Lobby! Improve Your Tomorrow is a college-access and completion non-profit providing wrap-around programs and services to young men of color, helping them get to and through college.

A core piece of how we achieve our mission is through youth mentorship. Each year, Improve Your Tomorrow offers over 150 paid AmeriCorps fellowships for college students to serve as mentors in our region’s middle schools and high schools.

Employer Tabling: Improve Your Tomorrow

Study Abroad Scholarship – Writing Workshop

submitted by morgans1@augsburg.edu

On Wednesday, September 18th, the Study Abroad and Away Office is hosting a writing workshop for the Benjamin Gilman Scholarship. The workshop will be in the Marshall Room from 6-7pm. The purpose of the workshop is to help students refine their essays before they submit their scholarship applications.

The Gilman Scholarship is a great scholarship for US Citizens who are Pell Grant recipients. Please go to http://www.gilmanscholarship.org to learn more. The application deadline is October 10th.

Please contact Sarah Morgan at morgans1@augsburg.edu if you have any questions.

Full-Time Faculty: Apply for an Advancing Religious Pluralism Fellowship – Due September 20

submitted by ahmedu@augsburg.edu

The Interfaith Institute, Religion and Philosophy Department, and Center for Teaching and Learning received a grant from the Interfaith America and John Templeton Foundations to implement a year-long faculty cohort focused on a campus wide effort on teaching religious diversity and pluralism. We invite full-time Augsburg University faculty to apply for the fellowship program. Limited fellowships are available and fellows will receive a stipend of $500.00. Faculty from any department are encouraged to apply.

The goals of the yearlong fellowship are to develop new material for courses, new approaches to teaching, and to learn from other faculty members in the cohort. We will be leading workshops on religious pluralism, teaching religious diversity, and understanding how to engage worldview diversity in the classroom and beyond. If you’re not familiar with teaching religious and worldview diversity, this cohort is a wonderful opportunity to learn more and build your skills and familiarity with these topics. We will work with you to integrate content and skills in your context and academic discipline.

Sessions will include presentations on topics and the opportunity to workshop ideas with other cohort members. Some brief pre-reading will be required.

The cohort will meet via Zoom:
Thursday, Oct. 10th 3:30-5:30
Thursday, Nov. 7th 3:30-5:30
Thursday, Feb. 6th 3:30-5:30
Thursday, Feb. 20th 3:30-5:30
Thursday, March 27th 3:30-5:30

To apply, complete the Advancing Religious Pluralism Faculty Fellows Application
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeI5ma2nslQ0GiBye90DwHMj7PbReoS08rbVZGnFWRbP-yEDQ/viewform

Questions? Contact us at interfaith@augsburg.edu

Installation of East Commons Movable Wall: Monday and Tuesday Morning

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

The installation of the movable wall between the main Dining Commons space and the East Commons is scheduled Monday and Tuesday (September 16 and 17). Crews will tape off the installation area, and the rest of the Dining Commons will be usable during this time. Crews are scheduled to work from 6 a.m. to noon both days.

New Staff Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

09/09/2024: Program Coordinator, StepUP
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000012623953-program-coordinator-stepup
09/06/2024: Human Resources Coordinator
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000012252030-human-resources-coordinator

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New Student Positions This Week (5)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

09/11/2024: Student: Academic Advising Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000013261685-student-academic-advising-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
09/11/2024: Student: Film & Media Technical Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000013216399-student-film-media-technical-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
09/11/2024: Student: Financial Aid Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000013207725-student-financial-aid-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
09/08/2024: Student: Schwartz School Event and Promotional Support Assistant
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000012431205-student-schwartz-school-event-and-promotional-support-assistant
09/08/2024: Student: Schwartz School Graphic Design Assistant
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000012431155-student-schwartz-school-graphic-design-assistant

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New Student Position: Academic Advising Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

– General Academic Advising office support – copying, filing, maintaining cleanliness of waiting area, and other administrative tasks as assigned.
– In person, email, and phone reception and customer service.
– Download and demonstrate Navigate app to students and help schedule appointments.
– Connect to campus resources such as drop-in advising hours or tutoring.
– Proctor, grade, and enter scores for placement tests.
– Assist students with basic questions and refer as appropriate.
– Liaison between campus departments.
– Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Desired Weekly Schedule:

– Monday, 9am to 12pm and/or 1pm to 4pm
– Tuesday, 1pm to 4pm
– Wednesday, 9am to 12pm and/or 1pm to 4pm
– Thursday, 1pm to 4pm

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Apply for Mayo Innovation Scholars Program

submitted by goffe@augsburg.edu

Applications for Augsburg’s Mayo Innovations Scholar Program are now available on the URGO website! This program is highly competitive and is primarily designed for juniors and seniors.

What is MISP?
In the process of conducting research, Mayo Clinic scientists have developed new products that may be marketable. These products are submitted to the Mayo Clinic Office of Intellectual Property (OIP) for a thorough investigation of marketability. The OIP has a significant backlog of products to be investigated. One of the backlogged products or inventions is assigned to each MISP team for investigative research and formal presentation at Mayo Clinic.

Augsburg’s team will consist of an MBA student, 2-3 undergraduate science students, 1-2 undergraduate business/economics students, 2 Augsburg faculty, and a Licensing Manager from the Mayo Clinic OIP. The team will work together to understand the science and applications of the project or innovation and analyze the market potential. Each undergraduate student on the team will receive $1,500. Teams will begin work during October and the final presentations will be in February.

To Apply:
Applications can be found on the URGO website (augsburg.edu/urgo/research/mayo-innovation-scholars-program/). Completed applications must be submitted to Jacob Enger by Tuesday, October 1st, 2024. If you have any questions about the program, please contact Jacob Enger by email – engerj@augsburg.edu.

Application Link

Augsburg Concert Band: Calling All Trumpet Players

submitted by mendezm@augsburg.edu

If you are a trumpet player, we would love for you to join the wonderful students of the Augsburg Concert Band. This exciting ensemble is open to all students at the university and rehearses MWF 3:10–4:40. Students may register for MUE 141 for 0 or 1 credit. If you have any questions about participating in the band, please contact Dr. Kenneth Green (green5@augsburg.edu).

Employer Tabling Today: Ameriprise Financial

submitted by carrigan@augsburg.edu

Come meet employer, Ameriprise Financial, today (September 12th) from 11am-1pm in the Christensen Center Lobby!

About Ameriprise Financial:
We believe talented, driven people deserve more from their careers. That’s why Ameriprise Financial offers more options, flexibility and choices across our organization. We also provide the tools, resources and support to help you forge a career that delivers more of what you want: challenging and rewarding work, training, recognition and advancement opportunities.

From our Minneapolis headquarters throughout our offices nationwide, you’ll find we live our values every day — client focused, integrity always, excellence in all we do and respect for individuals and communities. We embrace diversity in our ideas, management, employee groups and clients. At Ameriprise Financial, diversity isn’t just a goal. It’s how we do business. Diversity and inclusion are reflected in everything that has driven our success for 125 years — our people, corporate values, business strategy, vendor management and our history of giving back to our communities. We embrace diversity of thought and the unique characteristics of our employees because we have proven it’s the best way to meet the needs of our clients

Employer Tabling: Ameriprise Financial

Harvest Moon Block Party, Saturday, September 21, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

On Saturday, September 21st, come see community solutions in motion and learn about the upcoming renovation of the Roof Depot warehouse as we continue building toward the long-fostered East Phillips Urban Farm vision.

All are welcome to this free event, put on by and for the community. There will be food, presentations, live art and performances, youth-led journalism, and plenty of activities for kids and adults.

Hosted by East Phillips Neighborhood Institute (EPNI), in collaboration with HOPE Community, Strong Mind Strong Body Foundation’s Community Journalism Program, Kalpulli KetzalCoatlicue (Danza Ketzal), KRSM Radio, Little Earth Protectors, and other local partners.

Please RSVP! There is no fee, but will help us figure out food.
https://actionnetwork.org/events/east-phillips-urban-farm-harvest-moon-block-party-celebrating-community-stewardship-of-the-roof-depot-2/

Interested in volunteering with EPNI?Fill out this form! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1myT1Fnaj4nOtMbkQlBYkjX7PxnDxuBmGsWwnxKGgT3s/viewform?edit_requested=true

Learn more at: https://linktr.ee/epnifarm

Cedar-Riverside Multicultural Dinner September 19, 2024, 4 – 7:30 p.m.

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Cedar-Riverside Multicultural Dinner
September 19, 2024 – from 4-7:30 pm
Brian Coyle Community Center

Pillsbury United Communities, in partnership with other neighborhood organizations and businesses (including Augsburg University!), presents We Are Cedar-Riverside: Multicultural Dinner 2024. The event works to uplift the cultures of Cedar-Riverside to build bridges of understanding across our community. We welcome folks of all ages and backgrounds to celebrate the richness of our city’s most diverse neighborhood together.

Join Pillsbury United Communities for their annual celebration of the many cultures present in Cedar-Riverside through local food, dance performances, and relationship building

More information is available at https://pillsburyunited.org/we-are-cedar-riverside/#dinner

Share Shop Hours/Info

submitted by olsoni@augsburg.edu

The Share Shop is officially open for the semester! We are so excited to see you on Mondays from 1:00-5:00 pm, and Tuesdays and Fridays from 12:00-4:00 pm.

We will be accepting donations during these hours, you’re free to shop around, and we are available to schedule your formal clothing and outdoor activity rentals! Come check it out in Science Hall 8B across from the grey table (follow the blue arrows on the floor). See you there!

We are in search of…
– Men’s clothing
– Vacuums/brooms
– A laptop

For more updates, follow our Instagram (augsburg.shareshop)!

Faculty and Staff Headshot Day, 9/24 and 10/4

submitted by selinski@augsburg.edu

MarComm’s photographer, Courtney Perry, will be on campus to take headshots for Augsburg faculty and staff Tuesday, September 24 from 12–2pm and Friday, October 4 1:20–3pm in the Hagfors Lobby. Please sign up for 1 time slot and be prepared to have your photo taken during that timeframe (a maximum of 4 people can sign up for the same time). Photos will be shared within a week or two after the events via an A-Mail post.

Previous faculty/staff headshots can be downloaded here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1B9MzQTCUYBopmLFVVcFdsO-J8Xw9kXV0?usp=drive_link

Faculty + Staff Headshot Day Sign-Up (Round 2)

Full-Time Faculty: Apply for an Advancing Religious Pluralism Fellowship – Due September 20

submitted by ahmedu@augsburg.edu

The Interfaith Institute, Religion and Philosophy Department, and Center for Teaching and Learning received a grant from the Interfaith America and John Templeton Foundations to implement a year-long faculty cohort focused on a campus wide effort on teaching religious diversity and pluralism. We invite full-time Augsburg University faculty to apply for the fellowship program. Limited fellowships are available and fellows will receive a stipend of $500.00. Faculty from any department are encouraged to apply.

The goals of the yearlong fellowship are to develop new material for courses, new approaches to teaching, and to learn from other faculty members in the cohort. We will be leading workshops on religious pluralism, teaching religious diversity, and understanding how to engage worldview diversity in the classroom and beyond. If you’re not familiar with teaching religious and worldview diversity, this cohort is a wonderful opportunity to learn more and build your skills and familiarity with these topics. We will work with you to integrate content and skills in your context and academic discipline.

Sessions will include presentations on topics and the opportunity to workshop ideas with other cohort members. Some brief pre-reading will be required.

The cohort will meet via Zoom:
Thursday, Oct. 10th 3:30-5:30
Thursday, Nov. 7th 3:30-5:30
Thursday, Feb. 6th 3:30-5:30
Thursday, Feb. 20th 3:30-5:30
Thursday, March 27th 3:30-5:30

To apply, complete the Advancing Religious Pluralism Faculty Fellows Application
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeI5ma2nslQ0GiBye90DwHMj7PbReoS08rbVZGnFWRbP-yEDQ/viewform

Questions? Contact us at interfaith@augsburg.edu

Interested in Research and Graduate School? Apply to the TRIO McNair Scholars Program

submitted by crombie@augsburg.edu

Augsburg’s TRIO McNair Scholars Program is recruiting students for Fall 2024 admission. Eligible applicants will be at Junior status by the end of Spring 2025 and available to conduct full-time research Summer 2025. Students from all majors are welcome to apply, though preference is given to applicants that are interested in pursuing a doctoral (Ph.D.) degree. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until all participant slots are filled.

The TRIO McNair Scholars Program works with students who are members of groups underrepresented in graduate education and who exhibit strong academic potential. The goal of the program is to prepare Scholars for graduate study through coursework, academic advising, workshops, and involvement in undergraduate research and other scholarly activities. The program also assists with securing admission to and financial assistance for enrollment in graduate programs. Students will acquire the research skills necessary to succeed in graduate school through a paid research internship ($6000) with an Augsburg faculty member during Summer of 2025.

The McNair Scholars Program is federally-funded by the U.S. Department of Education. Therefore, to be eligible, applicants must be first-generation (neither parent graduated from a four-year college or university) AND low-income AND/OR may be persons from groups underrepresented in graduate education. The Department of Education defines these groups as African-American, American Indian, Alaskan Native, and Hispanic/Latino. Additionally, applicants must be either U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents and maintain at least a 2.8 cumulative GPA (3.0+ preferred). Unsure if you qualify? Please visit the link below for more information on eligibility requirements.

If you’re interested in learning more about McNair, please contact Lara Crombie, Program Coordinator, crombie@augsburg.edu.

Determining McNair Eligibility “Cheat Sheet”

Daily Chapel: Lucas Carlson

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 11:30 am to hear Lucas Carlson preach. At this service Lucas will be installed as the Augsburg University Pastoral Intern. He is a current Master’s of Divinity student from Luther Seminary. He graduated from Luther College with a degree in Religion and Classical Studies and went right on to Seminary to pursue his calling of being a pastor in the ELCA. Lucas is particularly inspired by the work of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, especially in the ways that he models using self privilege for the good of others. Lucas currently lives in Minneapolis with his wife, Elise, cat, William, and new dog, Korax.

Sign Up for Taste of Augsburg – Calling All Student Orgs, Teams, and Department Heads

submitted by rolfn@augsburg.edu

Calling all student organizations, athletic teams, and department heads, sign up to be a vendor at the Taste of Augsburg Homecoming event on Saturday, October 12, 2024 from 10:30am to 12:30pm.

Taste of Augsburg is a great way to engage with students, alumni, parents and friends of the University on Homecoming weekend, while also raising money to support your student group, team, or department. Whether you sell food, beverages, swag, or something else, consider signing up for Taste of Augsburg today! The last day to sign up is Friday, September 13.

For questions, please reach out to berkasn@augsburg.edu.

Link to sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScz6yyn7t7i9SHk-_pCvyMxoV2qfmwLqK_XHw5EUwcQuwmVOw/viewform

Link to seed money request form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfE8X8knUsVneZUeAFb4uqVVFc0prW7PpJUuaK1nHPTuQ7JTA/viewform?usp=sf_link

Taste of Augsburg Vendor Sign Up

Augsburg Project Leaders: Apply for a 2024 Give to the Max Fundraising Page

submitted by rolfn@augsburg.edu

Calling all project leaders, coaches, and department heads, apply to have a Give to the Max 2024 fundraising page for your specific project!

Planning is underway for Give to the Max Day here at Augsburg. In order to have a fundraising page, you must fill out the Google Form below. The deadline to apply for a project is September 13.

We will be in touch with applicants with decisions about final projects the following week.

Prior to application, please read the Give to the Max Project Leaders document: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QU8igtQkn10d0gWEBvYXeNLbBjSy_BmE48tBedVM31Y/edit?usp=sharing

Google form application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeVAfQfS2jZ2mN67T3yopvDLZOmhin1ple9E699QuPwtSLFuw/viewform

For questions, please reach out to Nate Berkas at berkasn@augsburg.edu

Augsburg Give to the Max Day 2024 – Project Fundraising Page Application

New Staff Positions This Week (3)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

09/09/2024: Program Coordinator, StepUP
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000012623953-program-coordinator-stepup
09/06/2024: Human Resources Coordinator
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000012252030-human-resources-coordinator
09/04/2024: Career and Pre-Professional Specialist
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000011598865-career-and-pre-professional-specialist

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New Student Positions This Week (4)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

09/08/2024: Student: Schwartz School Event and Promotional Support Assistant
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000012431205-student-schwartz-school-event-and-promotional-support-assistant
09/08/2024: Student: Schwartz School Graphic Design Assistant
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000012431155-student-schwartz-school-graphic-design-assistant
09/04/2024: Student: School of Health Office Assistant
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000011565303-student-school-of-health-office-assistant
09/04/2024: Student: School of Health Interprofessional Education Activities Assistant
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000011564896-student-school-of-health-interprofessional-education-activities-assistant

Search Augsburg Job Postings

New Staff Positions This Week (3)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

09/09/2024: Program Coordinator, StepUP
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000012623953-program-coordinator-stepup
09/06/2024: Human Resources Coordinator
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000012252030-human-resources-coordinator
09/04/2024: Career and Pre-Professional Specialist
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000011598865-career-and-pre-professional-specialist

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Christensen Symposium

submitted by maruggi@augsburg.edu

My Body Is My Vocation: Embracing Self-Care as a Sacred Calling
Chanequa Walker-Barnes
Thursday, September 19th, 11:00-12:00
Foss Center, Hoversten Chapel, Augsburg University
In religious contexts, vocation is usually defined as the work that the Divine calls us to do on behalf of others. But what if our vocation starts much closer to home, with the ways that we care for and nurture ourselves? This lecture explores how self-care transcends mere indulgence to become a spiritual discipline and vocation that helps us to cultivate resilience, compassion, a deeper connection with our faith, and ultimately, greater love for the world.
Chanequa Walker-Barnes, Ph.D., is a prominent scholar, theologian, and author, known for her thought-provoking work on racial justice and spirituality. With a deep commitment to social change, she combines her expertise in clinical psychology and theology to tackle issues of systemic oppression, cultural trauma, and their impact on individuals and society.

Visit the Writing Center Today

submitted by greenfie@augsburg.edu

The Augsburg Writing Center offers free writing support, both online and in-person. Skilled Augsburg students will work with you one-on-one at whatever stage of writing you are in – the idea-development stage, the drafting stage, and the revision stage – and can show you how to choose an appropriate essay topic, how to develop a thesis statement and paragraphs, how to revise your essay, or assist with any other writing needs you may have. Tutors will be alert listeners and ask questions, and will not judge or evaluate the work in progress. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to seeing you!

Located on the second floor (across from Advising) of the Lindell Library

In-Person Hours (stop by anytime, no appointment needed):

Monday: 2:00-8:00pm
Tuesday: 2:00-8:00pm
Wednesday: 2:00-8:00pm
Thursday: 2:00-8:00pm
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 5:00-8:00pm

Online (appointment needed): Sunday-Thursday 6-8pm

https://sites.augsburg.edu/writingcenter/

Online Writing Center Appointment Sign Up Sheet

Sign Up for Taste of Augsburg – Calling All Student Orgs, Teams, and Department Heads

submitted by rolfn@augsburg.edu

Calling all student organizations, athletic teams, and department heads, sign up to be a vendor at the Taste of Augsburg Homecoming event on Saturday, October 12, 2024 from 10:30am to 12:30pm.

Taste of Augsburg is a great way to engage with students, alumni, parents and friends of the University on Homecoming weekend, while also raising money to support your student group, team, or department. Whether you sell food, beverages, swag, or something else, consider signing up for Taste of Augsburg today! The last day to sign up is Friday, September 13.

For questions, please reach out to berkasn@augsburg.edu.

Link to sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScz6yyn7t7i9SHk-_pCvyMxoV2qfmwLqK_XHw5EUwcQuwmVOw/viewform

Link to seed money request form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfE8X8knUsVneZUeAFb4uqVVFc0prW7PpJUuaK1nHPTuQ7JTA/viewform?usp=sf_link

Taste of Augsburg Vendor Sign Up

Augsburg Project Leaders: Apply for a 2024 Give to the Max Fundraising Page

submitted by rolfn@augsburg.edu

Calling all project leaders, coaches, and department heads, apply to have a Give to the Max 2024 fundraising page for your specific project!

Planning is underway for Give to the Max Day here at Augsburg. In order to have a fundraising page, you must fill out the Google Form below. The deadline to apply for a project is September 13.

We will be in touch with applicants with decisions about final projects the following week.

Prior to application, please read the Give to the Max Project Leaders document: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QU8igtQkn10d0gWEBvYXeNLbBjSy_BmE48tBedVM31Y/edit?usp=sharing

Google form application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeVAfQfS2jZ2mN67T3yopvDLZOmhin1ple9E699QuPwtSLFuw/viewform

For questions, please reach out to Nate Berkas at berkasn@augsburg.edu

Augsburg Give to the Max Day 2024 – Project Fundraising Page Application

Installation of East Commons Movable Wall: Sept 16 and 17

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

The installation of the movable wall between the main Dining Commons space and the East Commons has been rescheduled for Monday and Tuesday next week (September 16 and 17). Crews will tape off the installation area, and the rest of the Dining Commons will be usable during this time. Crews are scheduled to work from 6 a.m. to noon both days.

Employer Tabling Tomorrow: Ameriprise Financial

submitted by carrigan@augsburg.edu

Come meet employer, Ameriprise Financial, tomorrow from 11am-1pm

About Ameriprise Financial:
We believe talented, driven people deserve more from their careers. That’s why Ameriprise Financial offers more options, flexibility and choices across our organization. We also provide the tools, resources and support to help you forge a career that delivers more of what you want: challenging and rewarding work, training, recognition and advancement opportunities.

From our Minneapolis headquarters throughout our offices nationwide, you’ll find we live our values every day — client focused, integrity always, excellence in all we do and respect for individuals and communities. We embrace diversity in our ideas, management, employee groups and clients. At Ameriprise Financial, diversity isn’t just a goal. It’s how we do business. Diversity and inclusion are reflected in everything that has driven our success for 125 years — our people, corporate values, business strategy, vendor management and our history of giving back to our communities. We embrace diversity of thought and the unique characteristics of our employees because we have proven it’s the best way to meet the needs of our clients

Employer Tabling: Ameriprise Financial

Fall Chapel Series

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Campus Ministry offers 20 minutes of chapel time each week day during the school year.
Come join us for a time of reflection and renewal. The fall chapel theme is “What We Need is Here.” All are welcome!

Mindful Monday: Breathe, Move, Be. Start your week with 20 minutes of being, not doing. Led by Tara Mader, Associate Professor of Health, Exercise Science, and Physical Education

Uncovering Vocation: On the second and fourth Tuesday of the month we will continue our Uncovering Vocation series co-sponsored by the Christensen Center for Vocation. In addition to Scott Krajewski who spoke in chapel on September 10, we will hear from:
Paul Vang, Pan-Asian Student Services Program Manager, Instructor (9/24);
Christopher Scott, Associate Professor of Mathematics and Mathematics Education (10/8); Jaqueline deVries, Professor and Department Chair, History (10/22);
Cyndi Berg, Executive Assistant to the President (11/12); and
Moutmita Dasgupta, Assistant Professor of Physics (11/26).

Living Stories: “Living Stories” is a series co-hosted by the Department of Religion and Philosophy, Augsburg Interfaith Institute, and Campus Ministry. Each month we will hear stories of commitment from across traditions. This fall we will hear stories from:
Dr. Tamara Gray, Executive Director of Rabata, on Islam – October 9 at 10:40 am;
Rev. Jim Bear Jacobs, Minnesota Council of Churches, on Native American Spirituality – November 13 at 10:40 am; and
Rev. K.P. Hong, Unity Unitarian Church, on multi religious belonging – December 4 at 10:40 am.

If you would like to receive the weekly Campus Ministry update, please email Janice Dames at dames@augsburg.edu.

Cedar-Riverside Multicultural Dinner September 19, 2024 – from 4 – 7:30 p.m.

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Cedar-Riverside Multicultural Dinner
September 19, 2024 – from 4-7:30 pm
Brian Coyle Community Center

Pillsbury United Communities, in partnership with other neighborhood organizations and businesses (including Augsburg University!), presents We Are Cedar-Riverside: Multicultural Dinner 2024. The event works to uplift the cultures of Cedar-Riverside to build bridges of understanding across our community. We welcome folks of all ages and backgrounds to celebrate the richness of our city’s most diverse neighborhood together.

Join Pillsbury United Communities for their annual celebration of the many cultures present in Cedar-Riverside through local food, dance performances, and relationship building

More information is available at https://pillsburyunited.org/we-are-cedar-riverside/#dinner

https://pillsburyunited.org/we-are-cedar-riverside/#dinner

Outdoor Classroom Cart Available

submitted by underhil@augsburg.edu

Interested in having class outside? In Spring 2024, students in ENV/URB 492 designed and constructed a cart for use in outdoor teaching. The project was funded by a grant from Student Government’s Environmental Action Committee. The cart includes seating for 24, a whiteboard (can be used for projection as well), blackboard (with chalk), data projector (with battery & solar panel), clipboards, a folding podium, and Wi-fi hotspot. There are also guy ropes and stakes for stabilizing the cart if the wind picks up. For the truly adventurous there are optional tarps for rain or sun protection. The cart is available for classes or other groups to use. To reserve the cart, you can email Joe Underhill (underhil@augsburg.edu) to schedule a time for checking it out.

Student-made Zine about the Outdoor Classroom Project

Harvest Moon Block Party, Saturday, September 21, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

On Saturday, September 21st, come see community solutions in motion and learn about the upcoming renovation of the Roof Depot warehouse as we continue building toward the long-fostered East Phillips Urban Farm vision.

All are welcome to this free event, put on by and for the community. There will be food, presentations, live art and performances, youth-led journalism, and plenty of activities for kids and adults.

Hosted by East Phillips Neighborhood Institute (EPNI), in collaboration with HOPE Community, Strong Mind Strong Body Foundation’s Community Journalism Program, Kalpulli KetzalCoatlicue (Danza Ketzal), KRSM Radio, Little Earth Protectors, and other local partners.

Please RSVP! There is no fee, but will help us figure out food.

Learn more at: https://linktr.ee/epnifarm

Interested in volunteering with EPNI?Fill out this form! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1myT1Fnaj4nOtMbkQlBYkjX7PxnDxuBmGsWwnxKGgT3s/viewform?edit_requested=true

Please RSVP!

Full-Time Faculty: Apply for an Advancing Religious Pluralism Fellowship – Due September 20

submitted by ahmedu@augsburg.edu

The Interfaith Institute, Religion and Philosophy Department, and Center for Teaching and Learning received a grant from the Interfaith America and John Templeton Foundations to implement a year-long faculty cohort focused on a campus wide effort on teaching religious diversity and pluralism. We invite full-time Augsburg University faculty to apply for the fellowship program. Limited fellowships are available and fellows will receive a stipend of $500.00. Faculty from any department are encouraged to apply.

The goals of the yearlong fellowship are to develop new material for courses, new approaches to teaching, and to learn from other faculty members in the cohort. We will be leading workshops on religious pluralism, teaching religious diversity, and understanding how to engage worldview diversity in the classroom and beyond. If you’re not familiar with teaching religious and worldview diversity, this cohort is a wonderful opportunity to learn more and build your skills and familiarity with these topics. We will work with you to integrate content and skills in your context and academic discipline.

Sessions will include presentations on topics and the opportunity to workshop ideas with other cohort members. Some brief pre-reading will be required.

The cohort will meet via Zoom:
Thursday Oct. 10th 3:30-5:30
Thursday Nov. 7th 3:30-5:30
Thursday Feb. 6th 3:30-5:30
Thursday Feb. 20th 3:30-5:30
Thursday March 27th 3:30-5:30

To apply, complete the Advancing Religious Pluralism Faculty Fellows Application
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeI5ma2nslQ0GiBye90DwHMj7PbReoS08rbVZGnFWRbP-yEDQ/viewform

Questions? Contact us at interfaith@augsburg.edu

Share Shop Hours/Info

submitted by olsoni@augsburg.edu

The Share Shop is officially open for the semester! We are so excited to see you on Mondays from 1:00-5:00 pm, and Tuesdays and Fridays from 12:00-4:00 pm.

We will be accepting donations during these hours, you’re free to shop around, and we are available to schedule your formal clothing and outdoor activity rentals! Come check it out in Science Hall 8B across from the grey table (follow the blue arrows on the floor). See you there!

We are in search of…
– Men’s clothing
– Vacuums/brooms
– A laptop

For more updates, follow our Instagram (augsburg.shareshop)!

I-94 Construction Starts in October

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Starting in October 2024, MnDOT will begin bridge preservation and maintenance work on five bridges along I-94 in Minneapolis. Construction is expected to last through November 2025.

The project area includes:

– I-94 bridge (Dartmouth Bridge) that spans the Mississippi River
– Riverside Ave bridge over I-94
– I-94 over Cedar Ave
– I-94 over the Light Rail Transit (Blue Line)
– I-94 over Hwy 55/Hiawatha Ave

Project fact sheet: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1z_2zwssvyVUmx1TyFxc8DwvEsbnoERRt/view?usp=drive_link

In fall 2024, motorists can expect overnight and some daytime lane closures on I-94 between downtown Minneapolis and the Franklin Ave bridge over I-94 to construct crossovers that will allow crews to shift traffic the following year.

During construction in 2025, motorists can expect I-94 to be reduced to two lanes in each direction between Hwy 55/Hiawatha Ave and the Franklin Ave bridge over I-94. Crews will also need to temporarily close ramps along I-94 at Huron Blvd, Riverside Ave, Cedar Ave, and 6th St and 7th St near downtown Minneapolis.

View I-94 project details and sign up to receive MnDOT updates by email.

Augsburg’s Reaffirmation of Accreditation

submitted by matz@augsburg.edu

Augsburg’s 10-year reaffirmation of accreditation site visit from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) is coming up on October 21-22. As part of the reaffirmation process, institutions are tasked with preparing an extensive Assurance Argument, demonstrating how they meet the HLC’s criteria for accreditation. The near-final version of our Assurance Argument is now available on the Accreditation Moodle site. If for some reason you’re not interested in reading the 35,000 word Assurance Argument, there is a 2-page summary entitled “Prepare for the HLC Site Visit”. Please watch for additional information on the site visit in the coming weeks.

Accreditation Moodle Site

Social Work Students: NASW Student Affinity Group

submitted by premob@augsburg.edu

Social Work Students!

We are excited to invite you to the next meeting of the NASW-MN Student Affinity Group! This is a great opportunity for social work students across Minnesota to connect, share experiences, and build a supportive community.

Date: September 25, 2024
Time: 6:30-7:30 PM
Location: Via Zoom (registration link below)

For any further questions or concerns, please email premob@augsburg.edu

Registration Form

Free Tutoring from Fellow Augsburg Students

submitted by advising@augsburg.edu

Augsburg University has proudly partnered with Knack—a platform enabling Augsburg students to book course-specific peer tutoring and mentoring services. Knack Tutors are Augsburg students who have previously aced the courses they offer assistance in; tutoring is completely free and sessions can take place in-person or online.

To get started, visit the Knack website and log in with your Augsburg account. Indicate the course and topics you need assistance with, and a tutor that has aced your class will contact you to schedule a session.

Contact Academic Advising or drop by Lindell Library 227 with questions!

Learn more about Knack and get started.

Use of Murphy Square This Fall

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

The Minneapolis Parks and Recreation Board will be wrapping up its Murphy Square renovation work next week. Park Board staff will review the park next week to determine where fencing will need to remain up and where they determine to take it down.

For this fall, here are the guidelines for use of the park:
1) ONLY use the paths and the areas where the grass is fully growing/areas that were not disturbed by project work.
2) Stay away from all seeded areas.
3) Leave all fencing in place.

The seeded areas are expected to grow new grass beginning in the spring. The Park Board anticipates formally issuing use permits for the park at that time.

New Student Positions This Week (4)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

09/08/2024: Student: Schwartz School Event and Promotional Support Assistant
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000012431205-student-schwartz-school-event-and-promotional-support-assistant
09/08/2024: Student: Schwartz School Graphic Design Assistant
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000012431155-student-schwartz-school-graphic-design-assistant
09/04/2024: Student: School of Health Office Assistant
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000011565303-student-school-of-health-office-assistant
09/04/2024: Student: School of Health Interprofessional Education Activities Assistant
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000011564896-student-school-of-health-interprofessional-education-activities-assistant

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Full-Time Faculty: Apply for an Advancing Religious Pluralism Fellowship – Due September 20

submitted by ahmedu@augsburg.edu

The Interfaith Institute, Religion and Philosophy Department, and Center for Teaching and Learning received a grant from the Interfaith America and John Templeton Foundations to implement a year-long faculty cohort focused on a campus wide effort on teaching religious diversity and pluralism. We invite full-time Augsburg University faculty to apply for the fellowship program. Limited fellowships are available and fellows will receive a stipend of $500.00. Faculty from any department are encouraged to apply.

The goals of the yearlong fellowship are to develop new material for courses, new approaches to teaching, and to learn from other faculty members in the cohort. We will be leading workshops on religious pluralism, teaching religious diversity, and understanding how to engage worldview diversity in the classroom and beyond. If you’re not familiar with teaching religious and worldview diversity, this cohort is a wonderful opportunity to learn more and build your skills and familiarity with these topics. We will work with you to integrate content and skills in your context and academic discipline.

Sessions will include presentations on topics and the opportunity to workshop ideas with other cohort members. Some brief pre-reading will be required.

The cohort will meet via Zoom:
Thursday Oct. 10th 3:30-5:30
Thursday Nov. 7th 3:30-5:30
Thursday Feb. 6th 3:30-5:30
Thursday Feb. 20th 3:30-5:30
Thursday March 27th 3:30-5:30

To apply, complete the Advancing Religious Pluralism Faculty Fellows Application
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeI5ma2nslQ0GiBye90DwHMj7PbReoS08rbVZGnFWRbP-yEDQ/viewform

Questions? Contact us at interfaith@augsburg.edu

Heads Up: I-94 Construction Begins This Fall

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Starting in October 2024, MnDOT will begin bridge preservation and maintenance work on five bridges along I-94 in Minneapolis. Construction is expected to last through November 2025.

The project area includes:

– I-94 bridge (Dartmouth Bridge) that spans the Mississippi River
– Riverside Ave bridge over I-94
– I-94 over Cedar Ave
– I-94 over the Light Rail Transit (Blue Line)
– I-94 over Hwy 55/Hiawatha Ave

Project fact sheet: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1z_2zwssvyVUmx1TyFxc8DwvEsbnoERRt/view?usp=drive_link

In fall 2024, motorists can expect overnight and some daytime lane closures on I-94 between downtown Minneapolis and the Franklin Ave bridge over I-94 to construct crossovers that will allow crews to shift traffic the following year.

During construction in 2025, motorists can expect I-94 to be reduced to two lanes in each direction between Hwy 55/Hiawatha Ave and the Franklin Ave bridge over I-94. Crews will also need to temporarily close ramps along I-94 at Huron Blvd, Riverside Ave, Cedar Ave, and 6th St and 7th St near downtown Minneapolis.

View I-94 project details and sign up to receive MnDOT updates by email.