Augsburg University News and Announcements
submitted by myers@augsburg.edu
Please join me (Jeremy Myers) for this workshop. We will be having a conversation about vocation. Does it still matter? How should we talk about it? What might it have to offer the Augsburg community? This is an open conversation to help reimagine how vocation might help our students. Please come with your opinions and your ideas.
Thursday May 9th, 10:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Oren 111
submitted by stepanek@augsburg.edu
Invoices, Expense Reports and Payment Authorization Forms
Please submit invoices, expense reports, payment authorization forms, etc. for goods or services received on or before May 31, 2024 by Friday, June 14, 2024. All expenses need to have proper coding and approvals. Please email invoices to accountspayableaugsburg.edu or drop them off at the Business Office, Science Building Suite 137.
If you have not received an invoice from a vendor for goods or services received or delivered by May 31, please contact Carole Kampf (kampf@augsburg.edu X1260) by Friday, June 14, 2024.
Checks and Cash
If you have checks and cash that need to be deposited for Fiscal year 2024, please bring to the Business Office, Science Building Suite 137 by Friday June 7, 2024. Our office is open Tuesday through Fridays 8:00am to 3:00pm.
Thank you for your prompt attention and cooperation!
submitted by fleigr@augsburg.edu
Hello Auggies! I am a graduate student seeking participants for a research study. I am exploring how one’s ability to recognize and regulate their own and others’ emotions may relate to feelings of depression and social disconnect. Participation in this study will involve completing a series of behavioral health inventories and a demographic screener that will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. These inventories will ask if you have experienced symptoms of depression or loneliness and ask how intensely you experience your everyday emotions. Following completion of these inventories, participants will complete a test online that will walk participants through a variety of different tasks, such as recognition of facial expressions and implied social meanings. This test will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. All participation in this study is done online from the comfort of your own home. Students are invited to participate in this study if you: (1) are between the ages of 18 and 31; (2) have not been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, schizophrenia, or a personality disorder; (3) have not experienced an interpersonally traumatic life event (i.e., assault by another human being); and (4) are not currently experiencing a major health concern (i.e., life threatening illness/injury or significant transplant/removal surgery).
For your time, participants will be entered into a random lottery drawing for one of three $100 Amazon gift cards!
If you have any questions or concerns regarding participation in this study, please contact me at fleigr@augsburg.edu. If you would like to participate in this study, please click the link below. You will be taken to a secure, online survey where you will be presented with a consent form followed by the demographic screener and brief inventories. Upon completion of these, you will be shown the link to the final assessment.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7LPN7K3
Thank you!
submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu
Supervisors and staff are invited to participate in a training refresher session TODAY Monday May 6th at 11:00 AM via Zoom. This session is designed for those new to Augsburg or those seeking a review system refresher. We’ll cover a live demonstration along with insights into the form and process. The training will also be recorded for on-demand viewing.
Add to your calendar: https://calendar.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=MGxlZHJvaWVvZ3BhZnNxMDN2b2k2MzB2Y3UgdmFjaHRhQGF1Z3NidXJnLmVkdQ&tmsrc=vachta%40augsburg.edu
Join the zoom meeting: https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/96209393183?pwd=MGNySm1lVk5MSW8yZkplcStpYkRKdz09
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
05/02/2024: Research Program Manager
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999984693305-research-program-manager
05/02/2024: Graduate Assistant Volleyball Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999984639583-graduate-assistant-volleyball-coach
05/02/2024: Social Work Graduate Program Coordinator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999984622192-social-work-graduate-program-coordinator
05/02/2024: Education Placement and Licensing Coordinator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999984618838-education-placement-and-licensing-coordinator
04/26/2024: Confluence Seasonal Coordinator, Temporary
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999983525613-confluence-seasonal-coordinator-temporary
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
Summary of Position
The Senior Research Program Manager is responsible for performing prospect development functions in support of major and principal gift fundraising along with Augsburg’s grants program. This position executes proactive and responsive research services as well as prospective funder management services for primary relationship managers in Institutional Advancement.
The Senior Research Program Manager works in close partnership with assigned Major Gift Officers and Advancement Services to plan, partner, and execute donor-centric development strategies that facilitate philanthropy and provide strategic guidance to Major Gift Officers while focusing on the philanthropic priorities of the prospective donors. This individual works within specified Advancement processes to ensure the team meets objectives and maximizes donor philanthropy and Gift Officer time.
An ideal candidate is solution oriented infusing a sense of positivity, tenacity, and dedication. The Senior Research Program Manager may perform other related duties as assigned; the omission of specific tasks does not preclude the supervisor from assigning responsibilities that are logically related to the position.
Primary Responsibilities
This role serves as a key strategic member of the Advancement Services team and works closely with members of the Institutional Leadership team. The person in this role provides proactive strategic direction to gift officers and oversees day-to-day operational activity with the goal of delivering the best possible donor experience. As process partners to the gift officers, provides regular coaching and feedback. This position is responsible for research development to sustain and grow the external funding supporting Augsburg University. That includes planning, implementing, and directing a comprehensive program to move prospects along the prospect pipeline and establishing and implementing a “moves management” system. Based on comprehensive research, this approach aims to drive mutually agreed upon engagement, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship strategies for current and prospective donors.
Research
– Identify, evaluate, and recommend current and potential major gift prospects and assess their ability to financially support Augsburg University.
– Provide research and quantitative analysis of biographical, philanthropic, professional, and financial information on donors and prospective donors.
– Prepare profiles, rating memos, event bios and qualified lists to support the cultivation of prospects.
– Track prospective and current donors by monitoring daily news, online “alerts,” and utilizing internal information and provide pertinent information to the appropriate Gift Officer.
– Identify donor’s associates and acquaintances, update relationships in the database, and facilitate institutional involvement.
– Update report on gift officer metrics like opportunities / proposals added, calls made, visits attended. Contribute some of these metrics to be included in campaign reports and division dashboard reports.
Major Gift Officer Strategy
– Lead work in partnership with the Vice President of Institutional Advancement and Associate Vice President of Institutional Advancement to organize and facilitate regular donor strategy meetings that track a moves management system.
– Be an organized and communicative collaborator with Gift Officers to strategically move all KPIs for prospect proposal pipeline metrics forward.
– Develop a moves management system and partner with colleagues for success.
– Identify prospective donors through proactive research and present findings at strategy meetings.
– Make recommendations on ask amounts on current and potential donors.
Acumen and Procedures
– Manage all aspects of research for gift portfolios, including creating and implementing pipeline procedures, coordinating proactive research, and making the research processes increasingly effective.
– Maintain or proof the data that represent the work of the gift officers including opportunities / proposals, actions, call reports, prospect status, top prospects, etc.
– Lead, in partnership with IA leadership, efforts to prepare volunteer leaders to cultivate, solicit and steward major and principal level gifts to Augsburg.
– Facilitate training and educational sessions as needed for colleagues; Communicate research techniques and procedures for consistency.
– Conduct regular wealth screenings, validate wealth screening data, and update donor records as needed.
– Maintain expertise in research techniques and resources.
Work Environment and Physical Demands
– Typical work environment is an office. Sedentary work for long periods of time.
– Regular computer and phone use.
– Hybrid work schedule. There are on-site requirements for meetings and events. The schedule will include 1-2 regularly scheduled weekly in-office days.
– Ability to work efficiently in person and in a virtual environment with off-site colleagues.
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
04/26/2024: TRIO / SSS Summer Bridge Student Peer Mentor, Summer 2024
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999983450607-trio-sss-summer-bridge-student-peer-mentor-summer-2024
submitted by clarks@augsburg.edu
To honor and celebrate retiring English faculty members Robert Cowgill, John Schmit, and Mzenga Wanyama, we will be gathering in the Foss Atrium on Sunday, May 12 from 4-6 pm. This will be a pre-dinner affair, with some light snacks and drinks on hand. If you’d like to bring something to add to the table, please do. But nothing is necessary other than your company and a desire to help celebrate Bob, John, and Mzenga. See you there!
submitted by lenze@augsburg.edu
Have you completed your FAFSA/DREAM Act for next year? Are you AUGGIE READY with your finances? Come let us know at the enrollment center located in Sverdrup Hall and receive your #AuggieReady Sticker and some cookies to celebrate!
Student Financial Services is open 10AM-4PM Monday-Friday this week.
Good Luck with Finals!
submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu
In honor of all educators (faculty and staff), One Yoga is offering an Educator Summer Pass: $150 for a 3-month membership contract for unlimited yoga classes during the summer months. This is a savings of $120 off the standard One Yoga quarterly membership.
One Yoga, an Augsburg Local participant, is located in the Ivy Arts Building – 2637 27th Ave. S, Suite 207, Minneapolis – less than a mile from campus. The pass is good for unlimited classes in the studio, outdoor classes in Matthews or Brackett Park, or virtual classes from home. See link below for further details.
submitted by fillbran@augsburg.edu
Join us TODAY for a “bon voyage” celebration in the learning commons on the first floor of Lindell Library from 2pm to 5pm! Come for 5 minutes, an hour, or the whole time!
We will be celebrating upcoming graduates as well as the retirement of 3 librarians: Karen Alexander, Mike Bloomberg, and Mary Hollerich. This celebration will be potluck style with book-themed dishes where puns are welcome (for example, “Olives or Twix,” “Infinite Chex,” “Curious Gruyère,” etc.) You’re welcome to bring something to share (with or without a pun) or just yourselves!
Stop by as you are willing and able and we will be delighted to see you!
submitted by denkinge@augsburg.edu
What if we told you that this year, you’re not just getting ONE assessment presentation, but THREE TIMES the excitement for the same low, low price of zero dollars? Well, hold on to your tams and tassels, fellow faculty members, because this Wednesday, May 8th from 1 – 2:45pm in Oren 200 we’re hosting a series of presentations and discussions revolving around the assessment and program review work that was accomplished by programs, departments, and institutionally:
1. QR Assessment Results (1pm – 1:35pm): This year, the Assessment Committee collected data on Quantitative Reasoning from hundreds of students across a wide range of courses. During this session, we’ll use a new interactive PowerBI dashboard to examine emerging themes in this dataset, including the amount of mathematical and quantitative foundational coursework students experience, math placement scores, self-reflective assessments of their own skills and supporting experiences, and their performance on a short measure of applied problem solving skills.
2. Departmental Assessment Showcase (1:35 – 2:10pm): Departments and programs annually assess student learning and experience within their own curricular offerings. Join us for a cross-disciplinary showcase of some of the most impressive and creative approaches to assessment. As in previous years, this showcase is a great opportunity to draw inspiration from methods and approaches used by others on campus, and to learn more about the skills and backgrounds of our students.
3. Program Review Showcase (2:10 – 2:45): Do you have an upcoming program review? In this “showcase” session we will cover the basics of the program review process and hear from program directors and department chairs who recently completed an external review or are currently preparing for a review.
RSVP to this or any of the amazing Days in May events at the link below!
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Exciting Announcement: Tamu Grill is now open for lunch featuring our new Fusion Bowls curated by Chef Jojo. Join us for lunch 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM this Friday-Sunday for a delicious and healthy meal at an unbeatable price of $10 per bowl. Be one of the first to taste our homemade halal beef egg rolls (free samples available). NEW HOURS: 11 am to 8 pm, Friday through Sunday.
submitted by cswanson@augsburg.edu
Are you looking for a great summer job on-campus?
The TRIO / Student Support Services Office is hiring Summer Bridge Mentors to welcome our new students this summer. The Summer Bridge Program is a unique opportunity for incoming Fall 2024 first-year students to experience campus life and and get them prepared for their educational journey at Augsburg University. The Summer Bridge students will be living on campus for 4 weeks.
Rate of Pay: $15.57 per hour. Free on-campus housing for duration of program (move in June 21)
Dates: Summer 2024 Program Dates: June 23- July 18. Training: Two days in May and two days in June (exact dates TBD).
Deadline to apply is TODAY Friday, May 3rd, 2024
Visit the link below to read more and apply today!
submitted by myers@augsburg.edu
Please join me for this workshop. We will be having a conversation about vocation. Does it still matter? How should we talk about it? What might it have to offer the Augsburg community? This is a open conversation to help reimagine how vocation might help our students. Please come with your opinions and your ideas.
Thursday May 9th, 10:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Oren 111
submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu
Supervisors and staff are invited to participate in a training refresher session on Monday May 6th at 11:00 AM via Zoom. This session is designed for those new to Augsburg or those seeking a review system refresher. We’ll cover a live demonstration along with insights into the form and process. The training will also be recorded for on-demand viewing.
submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu
The 2024 commencement ceremony has been confirmed for Wednesday, May 8 at 6 p.m. at the Target Center in downtown Minneapolis. Graduates who have not already purchased regalia can do so at the bookstore by May 3.
Thank you for your patience and flexibility regarding this year’s commencement date. We’re looking forward to celebrating the class of 2024 next Wednesday!
For additional information, please visit the commencement website.
submitted by otterson@augsburg.edu
Please join us on Monday, May 6 at 2p in Sateren Auditorium as we celebrate our 2024 graduates.
submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu
Preparation for the remodeling of the Dining Commons begins this week with tables and chairs being relocated out of the of the Commons area. We anticipate construction to begin on Monday, May 13 and appreciate your patience as things are moved around to accommodate this exciting project!
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
04/26/2024: Confluence Seasonal Coordinator, Temporary
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999983525613-confluence-seasonal-coordinator-temporary
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
04/26/2024: TRIO / SSS Summer Bridge Student Peer Mentor, Summer 2024
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999983450607-trio-sss-summer-bridge-student-peer-mentor-summer-2024
submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu
The Center for Teaching and Learning is pleased to announce that our 2024 Days in May Professional Development Conference will take place Wednesday, May 8 – Thursday, May 9, 2024, 8:30 am to 3:00 pm, in-person at the Oren Gateway Center. We invite all members of the Augsburg community to join us for two days of Reflecting and Reimagining in Community.
The complete schedule & program is available at https://sites.augsburg.edu/ctl/.
submitted by cswanson@augsburg.edu
Are you looking for a great summer job on-campus?
The TRIO / Student Support Services Office is hiring Summer Bridge Mentors to welcome our new students this summer. The Summer Bridge Program is a unique opportunity for incoming Fall 2024 first-year students to experience campus life and and get them prepared for their educational journey at Augsburg University. The Summer Bridge students will be living on campus for 4 weeks.
Rate of Pay: $15.57 per hour. Free on-campus housing for duration of program (move in June 21)
Dates: Summer 2024 Program Dates: June 23- July 18. Training: Two days in May and two days in June (exact dates TBD).
Deadline to apply is Friday, May 3rd, 2024
Visit the link below to read more and apply today!
submitted by longj@augsburg.edu
As we near the end of another year please don’t forget to take care of your campus mailbox. This includes checking it for any mail, returning your lock and filing out the survey for what you would like us to do with your mail after this semester.
Two weeks after the spring semester ends (May 17, 2024) we will be closing all student campus boxes. Then in August before the fall semester starts we will reassign them (possible new numbers) to all students living on campus. Commuter students can then request to have a campus box if they would like one.
If you would like your mail forwarded or would like to keep your mailbox open for the summer, please either fill out this survey (https://forms.gle/Jwo9MsvTgnECbYh49). There is also an option to be reassigned your current campus box number for the next semester if you will be returning in the fall.
We are only able to forward 1st Class USPS mail and packages. Other packages (UPS, FedEx, Amazon, etc.), magazines, non-profit mail and standard mail will not be forwarded. We can also only forward to USA addresses. The forwarding period for the Augsburg Mailroom is two months from when the request is submitted. Afterward any additional mail we receive will be returned to sender.
We request that you contact the people/business sending you mail and update your address with them. Enrolling in online/electronic bills or statements can also be a smart option. It is environmentally friendly, secure and will often save you time (and sometimes money). Asking us to forward your mail does not change your mailing address with the post office or the University, just the Mailroom.
submitted by lenze@augsburg.edu
Have you completed your FAFSA/DREAM Act for next year? Are you AUGGIE READY with your finances? Come let us know at the enrollment center located in Sverdrup Hall and receive your #AuggieReady Sticker and some cookies to celebrate!
Student Financial Services is open 10AM-4PM Monday-Friday this week.
Good Luck with Finals!
submitted by fillbran@augsburg.edu
Please join us for a “bon voyage” celebration in the learning commons on the first floor of Lindell Library on Friday, May 3 from 2pm to 5pm! Come for 5 minutes, an hour, or the whole time!
The library will see three retirements at the end of May: Karen Alexander, Mike Bloomberg, and Mary Hollerich. We want to celebrate their combined 38 years of service to Augsburg, as well as say a fond farewell to our upcoming student graduates.
This celebration will be potluck style with book-themed dishes where puns are welcome (for example, “Olives or Twix,” “Infinite Chex,” “Curious Gruyère,” etc.) You’re welcome to bring something to share with or without a pun–or just yourselves! Stop by whenever you like.
submitted by alekna@augsburg.edu
At Days in May, please join me (and your wonderful colleagues!) for an interactive and engaging day of all things Critical Response Process.
On Wednesday, May 8th from 10:15 am – 2:45 pm (with lunch break) in Oren 201, two sessions will focus on Critical Response Process; you are welcome to attend either or both. The first session will focus on a demonstration of the full process and the second will explore the variations and applications across classroom contexts.
Developed by MacArthur fellow recipient Liz Lerman, Critical Response Process (CRP) is a method for giving and getting feedback that centers students and focuses on growing in-progress work. Further, the principles of CRP can guide our informal interactions and choices, helping teachers and students learn to communicate and engage more fully in learning.
Reach out with questions and see you there! – Mallory Alekna, music, alekna@augsburg.edu
Critical Response Process – Formal Demonstration (10:15 am – 12 pm). During the workshop, attendees will experience a full demonstration of CRP and consider how these ideas apply to their individual classroom.
Critical Response Process – Variations to Foster Engagement & Agency in Your Classroom (1 – 2:45 pm). Attendees will explore the principles embedded in each step of CRP. Further, attendees will experience variations that can be implemented with students. Implementing CRP can help students to deeply engage with their learning, and foster their sense of agency. Attendees will discuss how to apply these ideas to their classrooms.
RSVP to this or any of the amazing Days in May events at the link below!
RSVP for Days in May events
submitted by denkinge@augsburg.edu
What if we told you that this year, you’re not just getting ONE assessment presentation, but THREE TIMES the excitement for the same low, low price of zero dollars? Well, hold on to your tams and tassels, fellow faculty members, because this Wednesday, May 8th from 1 – 2:45pm in Oren 200 we’re hosting a series of presentations and discussions revolving around the assessment and program review work that was accomplished by programs, departments, and institutionally:
1. QR Assessment Results (1pm – 1:35pm): This year, the Assessment Committee collected data on Quantitative Reasoning from hundreds of students across a wide range of courses. During this session, we’ll use a new interactive PowerBI dashboard to examine emerging themes in this dataset, including the amount of mathematical and quantitative foundational coursework students experience, math placement scores, self-reflective assessments of their own skills and supporting experiences, and their performance on a short measure of applied problem solving skills.
2. Departmental Assessment Showcase (1:35 – 2:10pm): Departments and programs annually assess student learning and experience within their own curricular offerings. Join us for a cross-disciplinary showcase of some of the most impressive and creative approaches to assessment. As in previous years, this showcase is a great opportunity to draw inspiration from methods and approaches used by others on campus, and to learn more about the skills and backgrounds of our students.
3. Program Review Showcase (2:10 – 2:45): Do you have an upcoming program review? In this “showcase” session we will cover the basics of the program review process and hear from program directors and department chairs who recently completed an external review or are currently preparing for a review.
RSVP to this or any of the amazing Days in May events at the link below!
submitted by jonesma@augsburg.edu
Now is the time to nominate Auggie alumni for the various 2024 Distinguished Alumni Awards! Nominations are open for the First Decade Award, the Distinguished Alumni Award, the Spirit of Augsburg Award, and the Distinguished Service Award. Awards will be presented at Homecoming this fall. Nominations are due by the end of June.
submitted by otterson@augsburg.edu
Please join us on Monday, May 6 at 2p in Sateren Auditorium as we celebrate our 2024 graduates.
submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu
The 2024 commencement ceremony has been confirmed for Wednesday, May 8 at 6 p.m. at the Target Center in downtown Minneapolis. Graduates who have not already purchased regalia can do so at the bookstore by May 3.
Thank you for your patience and flexibility regarding this year’s commencement date. We’re looking forward to celebrating the class of 2024 next Wednesday!
For additional information, please visit the commencement website.
submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu
Preparation for the remodeling of the Dining Commons begins this week with tables and chairs being relocated out of the of the Commons area. We anticipate construction to begin on Monday, May 13 and appreciate your patience as things are moved around to accommodate this exciting project!
submitted by vaneck@augsburg.edu
Come decompress in some greenery during Finals Week! The last First Thursday of the semester is today, May 2, noon—3pm. The greenhouse is located on the 4th floor of the Hagfors Center.
The Augsburg Biology Department’s rooftop greenhouse grows an appreciation for and deeper understanding of the plants of our planet. The greenhouse is open to the Augsburg campus community on the first Thursday of every month during the semester, from noon to 3pm. The Augsburg community is invited to come see what we’ve got growing on, enjoy the tropical atmosphere and marvel at hundreds of plant species from all over the world.
Stay updated on greenhouse events by following us on Instagram!
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
04/26/2024: Confluence Seasonal Coordinator, Temporary
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999983525613-confluence-seasonal-coordinator-temporary
04/24/2024: Campus Locksmith
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999982971043-campus-locksmith
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
04/26/2024: TRIO / SSS Summer Bridge Student Peer Mentor, Summer 2024
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999983450607-trio-sss-summer-bridge-student-peer-mentor-summer-2024
submitted by isaacson@augsburg.edu
I have two tickets for sale to see the MN Twins play the Boston Red Sox on Sunday, May 5th that I’m unable to use due to a family event. Seats are in Section 321, Row 1, Seats 17 and 18. Asking $20 each. Email isaacson@augsburg.edu with questions or to arrange payment / pickup.
submitted by fleigr@augsburg.edu
Hello Auggies! I am a graduate student seeking participants for a research study. I am exploring how one’s ability to recognize and regulate their own and others’ emotions may relate to feelings of depression and social disconnect. Participation in this study will involve completing a series of behavioral health inventories and a demographic screener that will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. These inventories will ask if you have experienced symptoms of depression or loneliness and ask how intensely you experience your everyday emotions. Following completion of these inventories, participants will complete a test online that will walk participants through a variety of different tasks, such as recognition of facial expressions and implied social meanings. This test will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. All participation in this study is done online from the comfort of your own home. Students are invited to participate in this study if you: (1) are between the ages of 18 and 31; (2) have not been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, schizophrenia, or a personality disorder; (3) have not experienced an interpersonally traumatic life event (i.e., assault by another human being); and (4) are not currently experiencing a major health concern (i.e., life threatening illness/injury or significant transplant/removal surgery).
For your time, participants will be entered into a random lottery drawing for one of three $100 Amazon gift cards!
If you have any questions or concerns regarding participation in this study, please contact me at fleigr@augsburg.edu. If you would like to participate in this study, please click the link below. You will be taken to a secure, online survey where you will be presented with a consent form followed by the demographic screener and brief inventories. Upon completion of these, you will be shown the link to the final assessment.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7LPN7K3
Thank you!
submitted by vaneck@augsburg.edu
Come decompress in some greenery during Finals Week! The last First Thursday of the semester is tomorrow, May 2, noon—3pm. The greenhouse is located on the 4th floor of the Hagfors Center.
The Augsburg Biology Department’s rooftop greenhouse grows an appreciation for and deeper understanding of the plants of our planet. The greenhouse is open to the Augsburg campus community on the first Thursday of every month during the semester, from noon to 3pm. The Augsburg community is invited to come see what we’ve got growing on, enjoy the tropical atmosphere and marvel at hundreds of plant species from all over the world.
Stay updated on greenhouse events by following us on Instagram!
submitted by assal@augsburg.edu
Helping my son sell a pair of shoes he never wore. Asking for $320.
submitted by denkinge@augsburg.edu
What if we told you that this year, you’re not just getting ONE assessment presentation, but THREE TIMES the excitement for the same low, low price of zero dollars? Well, hold on to your tams and tassels, fellow faculty members, because this Wednesday, May 8th from 1 – 2:45pm in Oren 200 we’re hosting a series of presentations and discussions revolving around the assessment and program review work that was accomplished by programs, departments, and institutionally:
1. QR Assessment Results (1pm – 1:35pm): This year, the Assessment Committee collected data on Quantitative Reasoning from hundreds of students across a wide range of courses. During this session, we’ll use a new interactive PowerBI dashboard to examine emerging themes in this dataset, including the amount of mathematical and quantitative foundational coursework students experience, math placement scores, self-reflective assessments of their own skills and supporting experiences, and their performance on a short measure of applied problem solving skills.
2. Departmental Assessment Showcase (1:35 – 2:10pm): Departments and programs annually assess student learning and experience within their own curricular offerings. Join us for a cross-disciplinary showcase of some of the most impressive and creative approaches to assessment. As in previous years, this showcase is a great opportunity to draw inspiration from methods and approaches used by others on campus, and to learn more about the skills and backgrounds of our students.
3. Program Review Showcase (2:10 – 2:45): Do you have an upcoming program review? In this “showcase” session we will cover the basics of the program review process and hear from program directors and department chairs who recently completed an external review or are currently preparing for a review.
RSVP to this or any of the amazing Days in May events at the link below!
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
04/26/2024: TRIO / SSS Summer Bridge Student Peer Mentor, Summer 2024
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999983450607-trio-sss-summer-bridge-student-peer-mentor-summer-2024
04/23/2024: Public Safety Student Overnight Patrols, Summer 2024
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999982734323-public-safety-student-overnight-patrols-summer-2024
04/23/2024: Bonner Community Leaders Student Program Assistant 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999982655213-bonner-community-leaders-student-program-assistant-2024-25
04/23/2024: Strommen Center Student Career Peer Advisor, Academic Year 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999982654443-strommen-center-student-career-peer-advisor-academic-year-2024-25
submitted by lenze@augsburg.edu
Have you completed your FAFSA/DREAM Act for next year? Are you AUGGIE READY with your finances? Come let us know at the enrollment center located in Sverdrup Hall and receive your #AuggieReady Sticker and some cookies to celebrate!
Student Financial Services is open 10AM-4PM Monday-Friday this week.
Good Luck with Finals!
submitted by singhj@augsburg.edu
Studio used Numark NS7III DJ Controller for sale.
Excellent condition.
Used for mixing in studio.
Comes with Road-case.
4 Channel Mixer.
Motorized turntables.
Serato ready.
Absolutely nothing damaged, dinged or scuffed.
Mint Condition.
800/obo
Read more about the specs here: https://www.numark.com/product/ns7iii
submitted by fillbran@augsburg.edu
Please join us for a “bon voyage” celebration in the learning commons on the first floor of Lindell Library on Friday, May 3 from 2pm to 5pm! Come for 5 minutes, an hour, or the whole time!
The library will see three retirements at the end of May: Mary Hollerich, Mike Bloomberg, and Karen Alexander. We want to celebrate their combined 38 years of service to Augsburg, as well as say a fond farewell to our upcoming student graduates.
This celebration will be potluck style with book-themed dishes where puns are welcome (for example, “Olives or Twix,” “Infinite Chex,” “Curious Gruyère,” etc.) You’re welcome to bring something to share with or without a pun–or just yourselves! Stop by whenever you like.
submitted by lensmire@augsburg.edu
Education Department undergraduate students invite the Augsburg community to gather on Thursday, May 2 from 4:00-4:30 PM to honor their beloved Professor Jennie Diaz. Students will dedicate a tree that sits between the Lindell Library and Sverdrup Hall on S. 7th Street. We’ll meet there rain or shine. All are welcome.
submitted by alekna@augsburg.edu
At Days in May, please join me (and your wonderful colleagues!) for an interactive and engaging day of all things Critical Response Process.
On Wednesday, May 8th from 10:15 am – 2:45 pm (with lunch break) in Oren 201 , two sessions will focus on Critical Response Process; you are welcome to attend either or both. The first session will focus on a demonstration of the full process and the second will explore the variations and applications across classroom contexts.
Developed by MacArthur fellow recipient Liz Lerman, Critical Response Process (CRP) is a method for giving and getting feedback that centers students and focuses on growing in-progress work. Further, the principles of CRP can guide our informal interactions and choices, helping teachers and students learn to communicate and engage more fully in learning.
Reach out with questions and see you there! – Mallory Alekna, music, alekna@augsburg.edu
Critical Response Process – Formal Demonstration (10:15 am – 12 pm). During the workshop, attendees will experience a full demonstration of CRP and consider how these ideas apply to their individual classroom.
Critical Response Process – Variations to Foster Engagement & Agency in Your Classroom (1 – 2:45 pm). Attendees will explore the principles embedded in each step of CRP. Further, attendees will experience variations that can be implemented with students. Implementing CRP can help students to deeply engage with their learning, and foster their sense of agency. Attendees will discuss how to apply these ideas to their classrooms.
RSVP to this or any of the amazing Days in May events at the link below!
RSVP for Days in May events
submitted by fleigr@augsburg.edu
Hello Auggies! I am a graduate student seeking participants for a research study. I am exploring how one’s ability to recognize and regulate their own and others’ emotions may relate to feelings of depression and social disconnect. Participation in this study will involve completing a series of behavioral health inventories and a demographic screener that will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. These inventories will ask if you have experienced symptoms of depression or loneliness and ask how intensely you experience your everyday emotions. Following completion of these inventories, participants will complete a test online that will walk participants through a variety of different tasks, such as recognition of facial expressions and implied social meanings. This test will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. All participation in this study is done online from the comfort of your own home. Students are invited to participate in this study if you: (1) are between the ages of 18 and 31; (2) have not been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, schizophrenia, or a personality disorder; (3) have not experienced an interpersonally traumatic life event (i.e., assault by another human being); and (4) are not currently experiencing a major health concern (i.e., life threatening illness/injury or significant transplant/removal surgery).
For your time, participants will be entered into a random lottery drawing for one of three $100 Amazon gift cards!
If you have any questions or concerns regarding participation in this study, please contact me at fleigr@augsburg.edu. If you would like to participate in this study, please click the link below. You will be taken to a secure, online survey where you will be presented with a consent form followed by the demographic screener and brief inventories. Upon completion of these, you will be shown the link to the final assessment.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7LPN7K3
Thank you!
submitted by callen@augsburg.edu
Brand new bass amp. 1×10 speaker, 4-band eq, MP3 in, headphone out, XLR out for live performances. Solid, well-built cabinet.
submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu
The 2024 commencement ceremony has been confirmed for Wednesday, May 8 at 6 p.m. at the Target Center in downtown Minneapolis. Graduates who have not already purchased regalia can do so at the bookstore by May 3.
Thank you for your patience and flexibility regarding this year’s commencement date. We’re looking forward to celebrating the class of 2024 next Wednesday!
For additional information, please visit the commencement website.
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
04/26/2024: Confluence Seasonal Coordinator, Temporary
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999983525613-confluence-seasonal-coordinator-temporary
04/24/2024: Campus Locksmith
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999982971043-campus-locksmith
04/23/2024: Event and Conference Coordinator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999982662987-event-and-conference-coordinator
submitted by green@augsburg.edu
Join us tonight, Tuesday, 30 April, at 7pm in Eat My Words Bookstore (Northeast Mpls) for a reading from We Look West by the Poets of the Northfield Public Library, including Professor emeritus of English Doug Green and his spouse Becky Boling, as well as Heather Candels, Steve McCown, and Julie A. Ryan. Check out the link below for more information.
submitted by fillbran@augsburg.edu
Please join us for a “bon voyage” celebration in the learning commons on the first floor of Lindell Library on Friday, May 3 from 2pm to 5pm! Come for 5 minutes, an hour, or the whole time!
The library will see three retirements at the end of May: Mary Hollerich, Mike Bloomberg, and Karen Alexander. We want to celebrate their combined 38 years of service to Augsburg, as well as say a fond farewell to our upcoming student graduates.
This celebration will be potluck style with book-themed dishes where puns are welcome (for example, “Olives or Twix,” “Infinite Chex,” “Curious Gruyère,” etc.) You’re welcome to bring something to share with or without a pun–or just yourselves! Stop by whenever you like.
submitted by lensmire@augsburg.edu
Education Department undergraduate students invite the Augsburg community to gather on Thursday, May 2 from 4:00-4:30 PM to honor their beloved Professor Jennie Diaz. Students will dedicate a tree that sits between the Lindell Library and Sverdrup Hall on S. 7th Street. We’ll meet there rain or shine. All are welcome.
submitted by rjohnson@augsburg.edu
Congratulations to Savanna Gorbunow for winning Best of Show and Audience Favorite for her film DANDELION at the Intercollegiate Film Festival last week!
https://twincitiesfilmfest.org/intercollegiate-film-festival/
submitted by longj@augsburg.edu
As we near the end of another year please don’t forget to take care of your campus mailbox. This includes checking it for any mail, returning your lock and filing out the survey for what you would like us to do with your mail after this semester.
Two weeks after the spring semester ends (May 17, 2024) we will be closing all student campus boxes. Then in August before the fall semester starts we will reassign them (possible new numbers) to all students living on campus. Commuter students can then request to have a campus box if they would like one.
If you would like your mail forwarded or would like to keep your mailbox open for the summer, please either fill out this survey (https://forms.gle/Jwo9MsvTgnECbYh49). There is also an option to be reassigned your current campus box number for the next semester if you will be returning in the fall.
We are only able to forward 1st Class USPS mail and packages. Other packages (UPS, FedEx, Amazon, etc.), magazines, non-profit mail and standard mail will not be forwarded. We can also only forward to USA addresses. The forwarding period for the Augsburg Mailroom is two months from when the request is submitted. Afterward any additional mail we receive will be returned to sender.
We request that you contact the people/business sending you mail and update your address with them. Enrolling in online/electronic bills or statements can also be a smart option. It is environmentally friendly, secure and will often save you time (and sometimes money). Asking us to forward your mail does not change your mailing address with the post office or the University, just the Mailroom.
submitted by fleigr@augsburg.edu
Hello Auggies! I am a graduate student seeking participants for a research study. I am exploring how one’s ability to recognize and regulate their own and others’ emotions may relate to feelings of depression and social disconnect. Participation in this study will involve completing a series of behavioral health inventories and a demographic screener that will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. These inventories will ask if you have experienced symptoms of depression or loneliness and ask how intensely you experience your everyday emotions. Following completion of these inventories, participants will complete a test online that will walk participants through a variety of different tasks, such as recognition of facial expressions and implied social meanings. This test will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. All participation in this study is done online from the comfort of your own home. Students are invited to participate in this study if you: (1) are between the ages of 18 and 31; (2) have not been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, schizophrenia, or a personality disorder; (3) have not experienced an interpersonally traumatic life event (i.e., assault by another human being); and (4) are not currently experiencing a major health concern (i.e., life threatening illness/injury or significant transplant/removal surgery).
For your time, participants will be entered into a random lottery drawing for one of three $100 Amazon gift cards!
If you have any questions or concerns regarding participation in this study, please contact me at fleigr@augsburg.edu. If you would like to participate in this study, please click the link below. You will be taken to a secure, online survey where you will be presented with a consent form followed by the demographic screener and brief inventories. Upon completion of these, you will be shown the link to the final assessment.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7LPN7K3
Thank you!
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
04/26/2024: TRIO / SSS Summer Bridge Student Peer Mentor, Summer 2024
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999983450607-trio-sss-summer-bridge-student-peer-mentor-summer-2024
04/23/2024: Public Safety Student Overnight Patrols, Summer 2024
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999982734323-public-safety-student-overnight-patrols-summer-2024
04/23/2024: Bonner Community Leaders Student Program Assistant 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999982655213-bonner-community-leaders-student-program-assistant-2024-25
04/23/2024: Strommen Center Student Career Peer Advisor, Academic Year 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999982654443-strommen-center-student-career-peer-advisor-academic-year-2024-25
submitted by jonesma@augsburg.edu
Now is the time to nominate Auggie alumni for the various 2024 Distinguished Alumni Awards! Nominations are open for the First Decade Award, the Distinguished Alumni Award, the Spirit of Augsburg Award, and the Distinguished Service Award. Awards will be presented at Homecoming this fall. Nominations are due by the end of June.
submitted by denkinge@augsburg.edu
What if we told you that this year, you’re not just getting ONE assessment presentation, but THREE TIMES the excitement for the same low, low price of zero dollars? Well, hold on to your tams and tassels, fellow faculty members, because this Wednesday, May 8th from 1 – 2:45pm in Oren 200 we’re hosting a series of presentations and discussions revolving around the assessment and program review work that was accomplished by programs, departments, and institutionally:
1. QR Assessment Results (1pm – 1:35pm): This year, the Assessment Committee collected data on Quantitative Reasoning from hundreds of students across a wide range of courses. During this session, we’ll use a new interactive PowerBI dashboard to examine emerging themes in this dataset, including the amount of mathematical and quantitative foundational coursework students experience, math placement scores, self-reflective assessments of their own skills and supporting experiences, and their performance on a short measure of applied problem solving skills.
2. Departmental Assessment Showcase (1:35 – 2:10pm): Departments and programs annually assess student learning and experience within their own curricular offerings. Join us for a cross-disciplinary showcase of some of the most impressive and creative approaches to assessment. As in previous years, this showcase is a great opportunity to draw inspiration from methods and approaches used by others on campus, and to learn more about the skills and backgrounds of our students.
3. Program Review Showcase (2:10 – 2:45): Do you have an upcoming program review? In this “showcase” session we will cover the basics of the program review process and hear from program directors and department chairs who recently completed an external review or are currently preparing for a review.
RSVP to this or any of the amazing Days in May events at the link below!
submitted by hildebrk@augsburg.edu
$75 : Galanz GLR31TRDER Retro Compact Refrigerator with Freezer Mini Fridge with Dual Doors, Adjustable Mechanical Thermostat, 3.1 Cu Ft, Black with silver trim. (2 years old, $250, new)
submitted by lenze@augsburg.edu
Have you completed your FAFSA/DREAM Act for next year? Are you AUGGIE READY with your finances? Come let us know at the enrollment center located in Sverdrup Hall and receive your #AuggieReady Sticker and some cookies to celebrate!
Student Financial Services is open 10AM-4PM Monday-Friday this week.
Good Luck with Finals!
submitted by vaneck@augsburg.edu
Come decompress in some greenery during Finals Week! The last First Thursday of the semester is this week, May 2, noon—3pm. The greenhouse is located on the 4th floor of the Hagfors Center.
The Augsburg Biology Department’s rooftop greenhouse grows an appreciation for and deeper understanding of the plants of our planet. The greenhouse is open to the Augsburg campus community on the first Thursday of every month during the semester, from noon to 3pm. The Augsburg community is invited to come see what we’ve got growing on, enjoy the tropical atmosphere and marvel at hundreds of plant species from all over the world.
Stay updated on greenhouse events by following us on Instagram!
submitted by hermansb@augsburg.edu
Please help us congratulate Curt Rice as he was recently appointed the new Executive Director at Fulbright Norway!
Internationalization in higher education and research has engaged Curt both personally and professionally throughout his entire career, and as global tensions mount, he finds this work to be even more important.
Curt himself was a recipient of a Fulbright scholarship in 1984. In fact he left his graduation ceremony at Augsburg and traveled directly to Belgium, his Fulbright location. In many ways this is a full circle for Curt.
It is true that Auggies are doing amazing work at home and abroad!
submitted by cswanson@augsburg.edu
Are you looking for a great summer job on-campus?
The TRIO / Student Support Services Office is hiring Summer Bridge Mentors to welcome our new students this summer. The Summer Bridge Program is a unique opportunity for incoming Fall 2024 first-year students to experience campus life and and get them prepared for their educational journey at Augsburg University. The Summer Bridge students will be living on campus for 4 weeks.
Rate of Pay: $15.57 per hour. Free on-campus housing for duration of program (move in June 21)
Dates: Summer 2024 Program Dates: June 23- July 18. Training: Two days in May and two days in June (exact dates TBD).
Deadline to apply is Friday, May 3rd, 2024
Visit the link below to read more and apply today!
submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu
The Center for Teaching and Learning is pleased to announce that our 2024 Days in May Professional Development Conference will take place Wednesday, May 8 – Thursday, May 9, 2024, 8:30 am to 3:00 pm, in-person at the Oren Gateway Center. We invite all members of the Augsburg community to join us for two days of Reflecting and Reimagining in Community.
The complete schedule & program is available at https://sites.augsburg.edu/ctl/.
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
04/26/2024: Confluence Seasonal Coordinator, Temporary
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999983525613-confluence-seasonal-coordinator-temporary
04/24/2024: Campus Locksmith
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999982971043-campus-locksmith
04/23/2024: Event and Conference Coordinator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999982662987-event-and-conference-coordinator
submitted by longj@augsburg.edu
As we near the end of another year please don’t forget to take care of your campus mailbox. This includes checking it for any mail, returning your lock and filing out the survey for what you would like us to do with your mail after this semester.
Two weeks after the spring semester ends (May 17, 2024) we will be closing all student campus boxes. Then in August before the fall semester starts we will reassign them (possible new numbers) to all students living on campus. Commuter students can then request to have a campus box if they would like one.
If you would like your mail forwarded or would like to keep your mailbox open for the summer, please either fill out this survey (https://forms.gle/Jwo9MsvTgnECbYh49). There is also an option to be reassigned your current campus box number for the next semester if you will be returning in the fall.
We are only able to forward 1st Class USPS mail and packages. Other packages (UPS, FedEx, Amazon, etc.), magazines, non-profit mail and standard mail will not be forwarded. We can also only forward to USA addresses. The forwarding period for the Augsburg Mailroom is two months from when the request is submitted. Afterward any additional mail we receive will be returned to sender.
We request that you contact the people/business sending you mail and update your address with them. Enrolling in online/electronic bills or statements can also be a smart option. It is environmentally friendly, secure and will often save you time (and sometimes money). Asking us to forward your mail does not change your mailing address with the post office or the University, just the Mailroom.
submitted by fillbran@augsburg.edu
Join us for a “bon voyage” celebration that in the learning commons on the first floor of Lindell Library on Friday, May 3 from 2pm to 5pm!
The library will see three retirements at the end of May: Mary Hollerich, Mike Bloomberg, and Karen Alexander. We want to celebrate their combined 38 years of service to Augsburg, as well as say a fond farewell to our upcoming student graduates.
This celebration will be potluck style with book-themed dishes where puns are welcome (for example, “Olives or Twix,” “Infinite Chex,” “Curious Gruyère,” etc.) You’re welcome to bring something to share with or without a pun–or just yourselves! Stop by whenever you like.
submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu
The Center for Teaching and Learning is pleased to announce that our 2024 Days in May Professional Development Conference will take place Wednesday, May 8 – Thursday, May 9, 2024, 8:30 am to 3:00 pm, in-person at the Oren Gateway Center. We invite all members of the Augsburg community to join us for two days of Reflecting and Reimagining in Community.
The complete schedule & program is available at https://sites.augsburg.edu/ctl/.
submitted by cswanson@augsburg.edu
Are you looking for a great summer job on-campus?
The TRIO / Student Support Services Office is hiring Summer Bridge Mentors to welcome our new students this summer. The Summer Bridge Program is a unique opportunity for incoming Fall 2024 first-year students to experience campus life and and get them prepared for their educational journey at Augsburg University. The Summer Bridge students will be living on campus for 4 weeks.
Rate of Pay: $15.57 per hour. Free on-campus housing for duration of program (move in June 21)
Dates: Summer 2024 Program Dates: June 23- July 18. Training: Two days in May and two days in June (exact dates TBD).
Deadline to apply is Friday, May 3rd, 2024
Visit the link below to read more and apply today!
submitted by fleigr@augsburg.edu
Hello Auggies! I am a graduate student seeking participants for a research study. I am exploring how one’s ability to recognize and regulate their own and others’ emotions may relate to feelings of depression and social disconnect. Participation in this study will involve completing a series of behavioral health inventories and a demographic screener that will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. These inventories will ask if you have experienced symptoms of depression or loneliness and ask how intensely you experience your everyday emotions. Following completion of these inventories, participants will complete a test online that will walk participants through a variety of different tasks, such as recognition of facial expressions and implied social meanings. This test will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. All participation in this study is done online from the comfort of your own home. Students are invited to participate in this study if you: (1) are between the ages of 18 and 31; (2) have not been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, schizophrenia, or a personality disorder; (3) have not experienced an interpersonally traumatic life event (i.e., assault by another human being); and (4) are not currently experiencing a major health concern (i.e., life threatening illness/injury or significant transplant/removal surgery).
For your time, participants will be entered into a random lottery drawing for one of three $100 Amazon gift cards!
If you have any questions or concerns regarding participation in this study, please contact me at fleigr@augsburg.edu. If you would like to participate in this study, please click the link below. You will be taken to a secure, online survey where you will be presented with a consent form followed by the demographic screener and brief inventories. Upon completion of these, you will be shown the link to the final assessment.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7LPN7K3
Thank you!
submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu
The Center for Wellness and Counseling will be closed for the summer starting Thursday, May 2nd. Our office will be open again when classes start.
If you are in need of an urgent appointment or counseling, we have an After Hour Urgent Phone Counseling (is protocall still in effect?) service whenever the office is closed (just call 651-330-1707 and choose option 1). It is a 24 hours phone service and free for all Augsburg students. Otherwise, you can visit our website for more crisis support: https://www.augsburg.edu/cwc/crisis-support/
Walk-In Counseling Center also available and free to use, please visit: https://walkin.org/join-counseling-now-by-phone-or-computer/
For self-help and referral, please visit: https://www.augsburg.edu/cwc/self-help/
If this is an emergency, please contact 911 or the Department of Public Safety at 612-330-1717.
submitted by lensmire@augsburg.edu
Education Department undergraduate students invite the Augsburg community to gather on Thursday, May 2 from 4:00-4:30 PM to honor their beloved Professor Jennie Diaz. Students will dedicate a tree that sits between the Lindell Library and Sverdrup Hall on S. 7th Street. We’ll meet there rain or shine. All are welcome
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
04/24/2024: Campus Locksmith
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999982971043-campus-locksmith
04/24/2024: Confluence Seasonal Coordinator, Temporary
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999983525613-confluence-seasonal-coordinator-temporary
04/23/2024: Event and Conference Coordinator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999982662987-event-and-conference-coordinator
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
04/23/2024: Public Safety Student Overnight Patrols, Summer 2024
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999982734323-public-safety-student-overnight-patrols-summer-2024
04/23/2024: Bonner Community Leaders Student Program Assistant 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999982655213-bonner-community-leaders-student-program-assistant-2024-25
04/23/2024: Strommen Center Student Career Peer Advisor, Academic Year 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999982654443-strommen-center-student-career-peer-advisor-academic-year-2024-25
submitted by vaneck@augsburg.edu
Come decompress in some greenery during Finals Week! The last First Thursday of the semester is this week, May 2, noon—3pm. The greenhouse is located on the 4th floor of the Hagfors Center.
The Augsburg Biology Department’s rooftop greenhouse grows an appreciation for and deeper understanding of the plants of our planet. The greenhouse is open to the Augsburg campus community on the first Thursday of every month during the semester, from noon to 3pm. The Augsburg community is invited to come see what we’ve got growing on, enjoy the tropical atmosphere and marvel at hundreds of plant species from all over the world.
Stay updated on greenhouse events by following us on Instagram!
submitted by marubbio@augsburg.edu
Santee Sioux and Red Lake Nations Hip Hop recording artist KITTO will perform on campus April 18 from 12-1:40. Location: Christensen Center Fish Bowl area. @YOUNGKITTO
submitted by wareki@augsburg.edu
The Augsburg University Football Team would like to thank our community in the support of our registry drive for the National Marrow Donor Program. We had over 170 come out and join the registry. It is because of people like you we have a shot of helping someone beat cancer. THANK YOU!
submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu
The Dean of Students Office, Campus Life, and Dining Services are excited to host the Spring 2024 Late Night Breakfast! Join us at The Commons on Monday, April 22 from 9 to 10:30 p.m.
The menu will consist of a kale and sweet potato egg bake, scrambled eggs, cinnamon French toast, halal beef sausage patties, pork sausage links, hash brown potato triangles, assorted pastries, flavored coffee station (decaf and regular), ice cream station, and Tiger Sushi.
All student attendees will be entered into a raffle for Apple AirPods Max Wireless Over-Ear Headphones!
submitted by jonesma@augsburg.edu
Now is the time to nominate Auggie alumni for the various 2024 Distinguished Alumni Awards! Nominations are open for the First Decade Award, the Distinguished Alumni Award, the Spirit of Augsburg Award, and the Distinguished Service Award. Awards will be presented at Homecoming this fall. Nominations are due by the end of June.
submitted by boylek@augsburg.edu
Dear Augsburg Community,
In the third shared governance step, the Faculty voted in support of the 2023 General Education Revision proposal (93 in support; 7 opposed). We are deeply grateful for your engagement and support throughout this initiative, and to Andy Aoki, Bob Groven, and Joe Underhill for serving as Parliamentarians and deftly facilitating the second reading and vote during the April 10th faculty meeting. In the final step of the shared governance process, the Board of Regents will vote on the proposed revisions in May.
January: Academic Affairs Committee vote (6 in support; 0 opposed; 1 abstention)
February: Faculty Senate vote (10 in support; 1 opposed; 0 abstentions)
March: Faculty first reading
April: Faculty second reading and vote (93 in support; 7 opposed)
May: Board of Regents vote
Thank you again for your wisdom and support.
With gratitude,
Stacy (freiheit@augsburg.edu)
The General Education Advisory Group (aka GenEd(it) Group)
Amanda Case, Kristen Chamberlain, Jennie Diaz, George Dierberger, Darcey Engen, Salma Caamir, Marah Jacobson, James Vela-McConnell, Stacy Freiheit (GenEd Director)
Resources
2023 General Education Revision Proposal
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OUs01m4YcduyY4EPnGLBxPIpnm8pxBxBSvXeHG9Dz7U/edit?usp=sharing
GenEd(it) Comment Box
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScLbGTjRopXvqXaW_kqlP-XW7J4sKR64JJT9FpBGSQptWLaSw/viewform?usp=sf_link
General Education Revision 2023 Community Moodle page (self-enrollment is available)
https://moodle.augsburg.edu/community/course/view.php?id=530#section-10
General Education Revision 2023 Google Drive
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1wAwd6cW63GwAQTMUzB-U9ocd7kpZzM7T?usp=sharing
submitted by haskella@augsburg.edu
Come join us as we invite St. Paul-based Filmmaker, Community Organizer, and Emmy Award Recipient Francisco Sánchez to our community here at Augsburg. Come and join us for a community dialogue about grassroots movements centered on the respect and bounded liberation of Mother Earth and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color.
This event will take place at the East Commons at Augsburg University on Tuesday, April 23rd, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. This event is open to the community!
submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu
All faculty and staff are invited to the first of two April Focused Conversations today, April 18. Associate Professor Christopher Houltberg will provide an update on plans for the John N. Schwartz School of the Arts.
Thursday, April 18, 2024
12:00 p.m.
Marshall Room and via Zoom
To view the Focused Conversation schedule and access the livestream link, visit the All Hands page.
submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu
The Minnesota Urban Debate League, a program in Augsburg University, is facing a major challenge to debate in St. Paul: a $107 million district deficit and looming budget cuts for debate. That puts 400 middle and high school students’ ability to debate at risk, meaning they’ll miss out on the crucial benefits debate provides. They deserve the same chance for academic growth, social and emotional learning, and leadership skills that their peers in well-resourced suburban schools, private schools, and other local districts receive through debate!
Our sincere thanks to Vineeta Sawkar for hosting our Executive Director, Amy Cram Helwich, on WCCO Radio to discuss our #SaveSPPSDebate campaign.
Please take 5 minutes to hear why debate’s in jeopardy in Saint Paul, and why it matters:
What You Can Do To Help:
Help fight debate funding cuts! We’ve provided talking points, templates, contacts, and social media images you can use at this link – but remember, your personal testimony about why debate matters in your neighborhood is the most effective.
Advocacy Resources:
https://mailchi.mp/augsburg/save-debate-4763025
submitted by alexank@augsburg.edu
Augsburg’s Textbook Affordability Working Group invites you to fill out our brief survey about how well you are able to afford the books and other materials required for your classes. We’ll use this information to help us understand whether the cost of course materials is a barrier for Auggies, so it’s important to hear from as many students as possible.
The survey is anonymous, although it does use your email address to make sure we only get one response per person. If you have questions about the survey or the Textbook Affordability Working Group, please contact Karen Alexander (alexank@augsburg.edu) or Sara Fillbrandt (fillbran@augsburg.edu)
submitted by mendezm@augsburg.edu
“Afro-Indigenous Rhythms: A Bilingual Drumming and Percussion Workshop with Jonathan Alarcon”
April 18th from 7-8:30pm
Anderson Music Hall M2 Band Room
About Jonathan: “Jonathan Alarcón is a professional drummer in a wide range of musical styles, with his first love being jazz. He is well known as a session drummer and teacher and has toured in Mexico, South America, Europe, Taiwan and Japan with Hibridúz, the jazz band that he co-founded in 2005. In the last few years Jonathan has spent time studying and collaborating with the Garifuna drumming master Chichimán. His experiences in the Garífuna community have inspired him to become a spokesperson for the Garifuna and to highlight their strength and resilience in the face of on-going repression and social injustices. He is now sharing presentations in various universities focused on the importance of recognizing the unique characteristics of this afro-indigenous community.”
In this drumming workshop, Jonathan will lead participants on an exploration of the drumming patterns and unique characteristics of Garífuna musical styles.
All are welcomed to attend!
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Ankita Deka, Associate Professor of Social Work and MSW Director, will share her story “Learning with Humility” in Hoversten Chapel today at 11:30 am. This is the final installment of the Uncovering Vocation series for the semester, but we will have a new series in the fall. Uncovering Vocation is co-sponsored by the Christensen Center for Vocation.
submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu
A number of volunteers are needed to take notes at a community engagement event in the Seward neighborhood on April 27. This event will feature presentations and conversation about the vision for the former Bethany Lutheran Church property at 2511 E. Franklin Ave. Augsburg recently announced an agreement to sell the property to the Somali Museum of Minnesota to develop a permanent museum facility and cultural center on the site.
WHAT: Weaving Together the Past, Present, and Future of 2511 E. Franklin Ave.
WHEN: Saturday, April 27, 2024, 12:30–3:30 p.m. (arrive by 12:45)
WHERE: Matthews Recreation Center, 2318 29th Ave. S., Minneapolis
Volunteers will take notes at small group discussions during the second half of the event (bring a laptop or transcribe your notes into a digital document within 48 hours). All notes will be gathered, summarized and given to a graphic facilitator who will create an illustrated report of the day. Student volunteers will receive a $50 gift card as a thank-you.
To volunteer, email krista@redesigninc.org.
submitted by endol@augsburg.edu
The Thó Wiŋ Literary and Arts Magazine is looking for art to feature on the cover of this year’s issue. The covers (both front and back) will be approximately 9×9″, so art must fit a square ratio. Pieces depicting themes related to Minnesota, Minneapolis, and especially our magazine’s namesake, Blue Star Woman, will be prioritized (more info about Blue Star Woman can be accessed at our website, https://thowin-magazine.com). Please send submissions from your Augsburg email to twmagazine@augsburg.edu in .pdf, .png, or .jpg format.
We are approaching our printing deadline, so please submit as soon as possible!
submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu
The Center for Teaching and Learning is pleased to announce that our 2024 Days in May Professional Development Conference will take place Wednesday, May 8 – Thursday, May 9, 2024, 8:30 am to 3:00 pm. We invite all members of the Augsburg community to join us for two days of Reflecting and Re-imaging in Community.
The complete schedule is available at https://sites.augsburg.edu/ctl/. Detailed program forthcoming.
submitted by hankinsl@augsburg.edu
Participants needed for psychology research survey for Statistics 315. Participants will need to read a short story and take a comprehension quiz (20 minutes max).
Take survey here:
https://augsburg.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_262jfdCMgy1ZCES
submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu
Please join us on May 2, 2024 at 1:30 pm in Hoversten Chapel for Augsburg’s annual faculty recognition ceremony honoring our Distinguished Award winners, tenured & promoted faculty, and career milestones, departures, and retirements. The favor of your reply is appreciated on or before April 25.
Honorees and their families have received a separate e-invitation, and do not need to respond here.
submitted by matz@augsburg.edu
Augsburg is on ten-year accreditation cycle with the Higher Learning Commission and we are scheduled for our ten-year review in 2024 (site visit scheduled for October 21-22). As a component of this review, members of the HLC Reaffirmation of Accreditation Steering Committee have been hard at work preparing Augsburg’s Reaffirmation of Accreditation Assurance Argument. A working draft of the document is now posted on the HLC Accreditation Moodle site (see the Documents and Drafts section). Should you wish to review the document, the Committee would welcome any comments or suggestions you might have. There is a form to submit comments near the top of the Moodle site. We are particularly interested in pieces of evidence that might be used to back up statements about or practices.
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:
04/12/2024: Technical Director and Production Manager, Theater
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999980164908-technical-director-and-production-manager-theater
04/10/2024: Area Coordinator, Residence Life
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999979584598-area-coordinator-residence-life
submitted by hr@augsburg.edu
The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:
04/12/2024: Student: TRIO/SSS Summer Bridge Peer Mentor, Summer 2024
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04/09/2024: TRIO / SSS Summer Bridge Student Peer Mentor, Summer 2024
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999979375789-trio-sss-summer-bridge-student-peer-mentor-summer-2024
submitted by lenze@augsburg.edu
Haven’t started your FAFSA or DREAM Act for the 2024-2025 school year yet? No need to fear! Drop in Hours are here! Come by the Enrollment Center to get assistance from Financial Aid Counselors to file your 2024-2025 FAFSA on:
April 17th: 10AM-12PM
We will be available to answer any questions you may have and sit down with you to check off that item before heading off for the summer term.
Please email studentfinances@augsburg.edu if you have any questions!
submitted by wadem@augsburg.edu
Student Financial Services and the Registrar’s Office will be closing at 3:00 today for a staff appreciation event.
submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu
The Dean of Students Office, Campus Life, and Dining Services are excited to host the Spring 2024 Late Night Breakfast! Join us at The Commons on Monday, April 22 from 9 to 10:30 p.m.
The menu will consist of a kale and sweet potato egg bake, scrambled eggs, cinnamon French toast, halal beef sausage patties, pork sausage links, hash brown potato triangles, assorted pastries, flavored coffee station (decaf and regular), ice cream station, and Tiger Sushi.
All student attendees will be entered into a raffle for Apple AirPods Max Wireless Over-Ear Headphones!
submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu
All faculty and staff are invited to the first of two April Focused Conversations on Thursday, April 18. Associate Professor Christopher Houltberg will provide an update on plans for the John N. Schwartz School of the Arts.
Thursday, April 18, 2024
12:00 p.m.
Marshall Room and via Zoom
To view the Focused Conversation schedule and access the livestream link, visit the All Hands page.
