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Parking Suspended Until September 6, Midnight

Due to the extremely high influx of requests for parking, ID badges, and general staffing issues. We have suspended parking enforcement until 9/6 at midnight in order for our department to catch up with the requests. We apologize for the inconvenience as our work to rollout the new badge IDs has taken priority.

Please note – parking enforcement being suspended is only for people who have not gotten permits yet due to the lack of response. Enforcement is still applicable for underground structures and over parking, parking in fire lanes, non-designated parking spaces, and ADA spaces(including striped zones). If your vehicle is found in those locations it is subject to ticket and immediate tow.

New Student Position: Student: School of Arts Events Support Assistant 2025-26

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

The Schwartz School of the Arts seeks to hire one student employee to serve as the Event Support Assistant. This position is for the 2025-2026 academic year at up to 10 hours/week.

Essential job functions include, but are not limited to:

– On-site event support, including: setup, tear down, registration, wayfinding, etc.
– Assist with event development, including: scheduling, logistics, resources
– Communication with event partners and collaborating entities
– Copywriting and creation of promotional strategy
– Occasional dip into the graphic design process
– Other duties as assigned

Work-study eligible students welcome.

Compensation and Benefits

– Rate of Pay: $15.97/hour
– Minnesota Sick and Safe Time
– Not eligible for health insurance benefits

View Job Posting

New Student Position: Student: School of Arts Graphic Design Assistant 2025-26

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

The Schwartz School of the Arts seeks to hire one student employee as a Graphic Design Assistant. This
position is for the 2025–2026 academic year at up to 10 hours/week.

Essential job functions include, but are not limited to:

– Design promotional materials for the Schwartz School of the Arts
– Work within the style guide provided for SSoA
– Assist director and coordinator of SSoA in design needs for events
– Assist in producing events within SSoA

Work-study eligible students welcome.

Compensation and Benefits

– Rate of Pay: $15.97/hour
– Minnesota Sick and Safe Time
– Not eligible for health insurance benefits

View Job Posting

New Student Position: Student: Center for Wellness and Counseling Administrative Assistant 2025-26

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

Work as the student administrative assistant in the Center for Wellness and Counseling Department will include, but is not limited to:

– Answering phone
– Greeting students and other visitors
– Scheduling appointments
– Cleaning & organizing the office
– Assisting with some health promotion activities on campus as needed by the department
– Other general office duties as requested

Work-study eligible students welcome.

Schedule & Hours

– Position starts in October
– Estimated hours per week: 7
– Preferred Availability:
– Tuesdays and Thursdays
– 8:30-11:00 am
– 1:00 pm-4:30 pm

– Other working hours may be established based on students’ academic schedules.

Compensation and Benefits

– Rate of Pay: $15.97/hour
– Minnesota Sick and Safe Time
– Not eligible for health insurance benefits

View Job Posting

New DPS Process for Checking Out Keys at Dispatch

submitted by pangala@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg Community,

As we begin a new academic year, the Department of Public Safety is making some changes to our protocols. We are integrating updated technology, and managing the increased demands that naturally accompany the start of the fall semester. We are transitioning from fobs to ID Cards for freshman students and new staff. These changes strengthen our ability to serve the campus community. With transitioning from fobs to ID Cards, all individuals will be expected to show proof they are current students or staff at Augsburg University. After confirming that the student or staff are currently affiliated with the university, they will verbally request the keys they require.

A couple of the changes that will impact students and staff that request keys are as follows:

—Students and staff will be expected to leave a current (non expired) government issued picture ID when checking out keys.
—If the keys are not returned within a 24-hour window, the student or staff members’ Augsburg I.D. access card will be deactivated and only reactivated upon returning the keys to the Department of Public Safety Dispatch in the Urness/Mortensen Lobby.
—If you foresee needing a set of keys for longer than the 24-hour window, an official key request must be made in advance through the proper channels to ensure we have an adequate number of key sets available for all students, faculty, and staff.

If you have questions or concerns please reach out the the Department of Public Safety.

Scam Email About a Remote Internship

submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu

This weekend an email scam was sent with the subject of “INTERNSHIP PROGRAM” or “REMOTE INTERNSHIP.” The email offered a remote internship opportunity. The email was written to appear to come from a non-existent Augsburg department.

This email was an example of an employment scam, which are common. Some key red flags in the email were
– Strange From email address
– Not From an Augsburg address
– A job or internship offer that is unusually good (either pay or hours or lack of work involved)
– It was unexpected
– It referenced a department that does not exist

You can always email your LFC or the Tech Desk if you’re unsure about the validity of an email.

Often your instincts are right and things that seem too good to be true are not real.

IT Phishing blog posts

Augsburg Provided AI Tools Available

submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu

In order to provide access to AI tools for our University community, Augsburg has licensed some commercial AI tools. This is commonly known as operating in a “walled garden” where some privacy protections are in place. Often free AI tools lack privacy controls. You should avoid free AI tools for University work.

In this context, the privacy protections are the following:

– What you enter is not used to train the AI model.
– What you enter is not reviewed by people.

This web page has information on how to access University-provided AI tools:

https://sites.augsburg.edu/it/services-we-provide/augsburg-provided-ai-tools/

Augsburg Provided AI Tools

Invitation to Participate in Research: Tinder Use and Mental Health Outcomes

submitted by bloyere@augsburg.edu

My name is Evan Bloyer, and I am a graduate student in the Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology program here at Augsburg University. My clinical research project is understanding how Tinder use impacts mental health outcomes, particularly self-esteem and body esteem. I have received Augsburg University’s IRB approval and am able to collect data from eligible participants. To participate, please click on the link below. Email me at bloyere@augsburg.edu for any questions or concerns. If you participate, you will be eligible for a raffle for one of four $25 Amazon gift cards.

Mental Health Survey

What to Do in the Event of a Medical Emergency on Campus

submitted by publicsafety@augsburg.edu

In the event of an accident, illness, or mental health crisis with a student, faculty, staff, or visitor on campus that results in an emergency, please use the following procedures as a guideline. These guidelines have been recently updated by the Department of Public Safety and may represent a change in practice for some departments.

FIRST: CALL 911. Dial 911 directly if you believe medical assistance is required. Provide the building name and floor to the emergency response dispatch. The exact street address is not needed for campus buildings.

THEN: ALERT DPS. After calling 911 (or at the same time if there is a second person available to assist), alert DPS by calling 612-330-1717 or using the Campus Shield app. DPS staff will coordinate with emergency response personnel, facilitate access to campus buildings, and provide triage support as needed before emergency services arrive.

Visit the DPS website for more information on emergency preparedness.

2025 Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

Beyond the Plate: How Two Chefs Are Healing the World
Wednesday September 17th (12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.)
Hoversten Chapel

Minneapolis boasts a world-class restaurant scene, with local chefs and establishments consistently recognized among the best in the nation. Two of these chefs stand out not only as culinary innovators but also as social entrepreneurs, community organizers, and changemakers. Join us for a conversation with these visionary leaders as they share their wisdom and stories of how they are working each day to heal their communities—and our world.

FEATURING:
Chef Lachelle Cunningham of Chelle’s Kitchen, Breaking Bread Cafe, and Healthy Roots Institute

Chef Sean Sherman of Owamni and NĀTIFS

Garden Curious?

submitted by klawiter@augsburg.edu

Did you know Augsburg is home to a community garden with over 60+ individual plots that supports students, community members and faculty? It is a pretty special place that everyone is welcome to enjoy.

Come learn more! Meet gardeners! Get a tour! Every Tuesday from 5-8pm in the Community Garden near Hagsfor or email garden@augsburg.edu for more information

Looking for Oromo Speakers

submitted by klawiter@augsburg.edu

The Augsburg Community Garden is hosting a cooking demonstration in the FoodLab Saturday September 13th from 11-12pm and we are looking for Oromo speakers who can help interpret for this event. We can offer a modest stipend for this work. If interested, please reach out to klawiter@augsburg.edu

Jewish High Holy Days Panel – Next Wednesday

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

Please join us for a student-led Jewish High Holy Days panel. Panelists will talk about the significance of the High Holy Days and how faculty, staff, and other students can best support them during the High Holidays.

Date: Wednesday, September 10
Time: 12:30 – 1:00pm (community time)
Place: Zoom

You must register to receive the zoom meeting link. The session will be recorded, please register or email interfaith@augsburg.edu to receive a copy of the recording.

Register for the zoom session here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdR2bL_mEr1hCFP9SAL8gqxRZaZ3dW39x2jqlsaaaKkN2NBfw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=104606795694210077922

Augsburg Staff: Complete the Staff Senate 2025-26 Priorities Survey

submitted by carrigan@augsburg.edu

Augsburg Staff: The Staff Senate wants to hear from you! Please take our brief 3-5 minute survey to help us prioritize initiatives for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Staff Senate 2025-2026 Priorities Survey

Get Support for Your Next Internship

submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu

The Strommen Center is piloting an Internship Preparation Program this Fall. We’re seeking 12 students starting their Sophomore or Junior Year who want support in securing an internship experience.

You’ll Gain:
• Professional identity development
• Master communication skills
• Internship application success
• Leadership & critical thinking
• Workplace professionalism
• Reflective practices

Your Commitment
Three half-day workshops (Sept 27, Nov 1, Spring TBD), complete activities, participate in summer internship, meet with staff as needed. Stipend provided!

Apply Now
Limited to 12 Students
More Info: https://bit.ly/4oFwsHn
Application: https://bit.ly/4mpVTeD
Applications Due: September 15th
Join our inaugural cohort for Fall 2025 start! This program is being offered in collaboration with the Reell Office of Seeing Things Whole.

Got Questions?
Keri Clifton, Program Director
cliftonk@augsburg.edu
612-330-1525
Schedule time to connect – https://bit.ly/ScheduleReell

Timely Warning: Felony Theft on August 30

submitted by publicsafety@augsburg.edu

In compliance with the “Timely Warning” provision of the federal Jeanne Clery Campus Security Act, Augsburg University Department of Public Safety is giving notice of a situation that represents a serious or continuing threat to students and employees of the University. This timely warning aims to provide information to aid the Augsburg community in protecting themselves after a report of a serious crime.

Reported Offense: Felony Theft

On August 30, 2025, between 5 and 6 a.m., a felony theft of a student’s owned iPhone, MacBook, driver’s license, credit, and debit card occurred from a student’s dorm room in Mortensen Hall. A suspect was seen on security footage.

Status

DPS and the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) are currently investigating this incident. Anyone who may have information regarding this incident is urged to contact MPD or Augsburg DPS at 612-330-1717.

Visit the DPS website for more information on this timely warning.

Augsburg Project Leaders: Apply for a 2025 Give to the Max Fundraising Page

submitted by jonesma@augsburg.edu

Calling all project leaders, coaches, and department heads, apply to host a Give to the Max 2025 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 12.

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?tab=t.0

Google form application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfC-ivxngZ884ZekA3blZl5WgBEbZ2cAIEWmonccoSb4aU2Ng/viewform

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

Augsburg Give to the Max Day 2025 – Project Fundraising Page Application

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

submitted by jonesma@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 4, 2025 from 10:30am to 12:30pm.

This 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!

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

Link to sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1mM3qgF_3VfGLUs1IyxarivSqQa1vOnonNfqI2LcM1vM/viewform?edit_requested=true

Link to seed money request form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf8Zga48ZpcdtNEClB9SKKd3bLC4nwG1ML6D6TXNgzOIFMIBg/viewform

Taste of Augsburg Vendor Sign Up

URGO Academic Year Research Applications Open September 3 to October 10

submitted by lynchss7@augsburg.edu

URGO Academic year research opens September 3, 2025.
Students are paid $1,200 for 80 hours of research over the academic year. URGO has limited funding for academic year research grants for undergraduates who wish to gain research experience with an Augsburg faculty member.
Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and funds will be awarded as they are available. Student-faculty research teams are encouraged to submit proposals as soon as possible.
If you have any questions about academic year research funding, please email urgo@augsburg.edu.

URGO Academic Year Research Application 2025-2026

Daily Chapel: Pastor Babette

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel from 11:50 am to 12:10 pm. Pastor Babette Chatman, University Pastor and Director of Campus Ministry, is preaching today.

Disabled Student Looking for PCA

submitted by dipaolaz@augsburg.edu

Hi, my name is Zander. I am a Senior, and I am disabled and in a wheelchair. I am looking for a backup PCA to help out when my regular PCA can’t. You do not need to be trained to be a PCA, as I will provide all of the training you will need, as it is not that technical of a job. My PCA comes to my dorm every day to help me with certain tasks that I cannot complete in a timely manner.. You would come when my main PCA needs a day off or can’t make it that day for different reasons, and help me with the tasks that they would usually help me with on that day. Some of the tasks you would do daily are refilling water bottles, refilling humidifiers, and making a bed. Expect this to take 15 or 30 minutes out of your day. Then, on top of that, I also require assistance with bathing once a week. Expect that to take an hour once a week. This job comes with very flexible hours. I will tell you what day I would need you, and you would pick a time on that day that you would come. There is no set required time that you have to come each day. The rate for this job will be $13 an hour; however, you are usually not there longer than an hour, so it usually turns out to $13 per day. If you are interested in helping me out and scheduling an interview, contact me at (612)430-3233 or at dipaolaz@augsburg.edu.

Join PAPM – the Pan-Asian Peer Mentoring Program Student Organization

submitted by urrizaly@augsburg.edu

Hey!

We are excited to introduce you to the Pan-Asian Peer Mentoring Program Student Organization, where mentees are paired with a mentor who will help them navigate university life. Whether it’s finding resources, sharing tips, or just having someone to talk to, the mentor will be there to support them every step of the way.

Apart from the individual mentoring, our program offers a full calendar of fun events and activities that bring together mentees, mentors, and the community. It’s a great opportunity to create meaningful connections, engage with the community and grow in a welcoming space.

Our 1st Large Group Gathering happening on Thursday, September 11th from 4-5pm at OGC114! We will be doing an introduction and fun activities where you will be able to meet mentors and mentees and build meaningful connections, so we highly encourage you to come! Don’t forget all students are welcome!

We are still looking for mentors of the upcoming 2025-26 year! So if you know someone who is not a first year or transfer student looking to help and gain experience as a mentor and would benefit from this experience please pass it along!

And we are also looking for mentees! So if you know someone who is a first year or transfer student looking to build connections and support from a mentor, please pass it along!

Please email panasianmentoring@augsburg.edu for any additional questions!

Mentor interest form. Mentee interest form

New Staff Positions This Week (4)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

09/02/2025: Assistant Registrar
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000079565865-assistant-registrar
09/02/2025: Community Director, Residence Life
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000079489478-community-director-residence-life
09/01/2025: Associate Director of Admissions, PSEO
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/2f6560c1-c85e-4853-a4dc-d6630aa31d41-associate-director-of-admissions-pseo
08/29/2025: Muslim Student Program Associate
– undefined

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New Student Positions This Week (7)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

09/03/2025: Student: Music Office Worker, Pep Band Manager 2025-26
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000079638355-student-music-office-worker-pep-band-manager-2025-26
09/03/2025: Student: School of Arts Events Support Assistant 2025-26
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000079637986-student-school-of-arts-events-support-assistant-2025-26
09/03/2025: Student: School of Arts Graphic Design Assistant 2025-26
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000079637885-student-school-of-arts-graphic-design-assistant-2025-26
09/03/2025: Student: Center for Wellness and Counseling Administrative Assistant 2025-26
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000079637285-student-center-for-wellness-and-counseling-administrative-assistant-2025-26
09/02/2025: Student: Supplemental Instructor Sociology, Academic Year 2025-26
– undefined
09/02/2025: Student: Athletic Concessions 2025-26
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000079545315-student-athletic-concessions-2025-26
08/27/2025: Student: Library Student Digitization, Archives & Technical Assistant 2025-26
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000078490751-student-library-student-digitization-archives-technical-assistant-2025-26

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New Student Position: Student: Music Office Worker, Pep Band Manager 2025-26

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

The Music department is seeking to hire one student employee to serve as a student assistant and pep band
manager. This position is for approximately 4 hours/week during the academic year, and occasional hours
during the summer.

Essential job functions include, but are not limited to:

– Assist the Director, Fine Arts Coordinator and administrative assistant with coordination and management of the pep band ensemble, athletic games, and pep band performances
– Act as the main student contact & coordinator for game day events
– Function as music librarian for the pep band
– Perform general office duties as needed

Work-study eligible students welcome.

Compensation and Benefits

– Rate of Pay: $15.97/hour
– Minnesota Sick and Safe Time
– Not eligible for health insurance benefits

View Job Posting

Dog for Adoption

submitted by ferralez@augsburg.edu

We are looking to rehome my mother-in-law’s chihuahua mix, Kaylee. She is no longer able to take care of her. Kaylee is a very chill dog who just likes to hang out next to her owner. She has been over to our house several times and is good with small children and cats to our observation. Please email me at ferralez@augsburg.edu if you or someone you know would like to adopt a very sweet small dog.

Augsburg Staff: Complete the Staff Senate 2025-26 Priorities Survey

submitted by carrigan@augsburg.edu

Augsburg Staff: The Staff Senate wants to hear from you! Please take our brief 3-5 minute survey to help us prioritize initiatives for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Staff Senate 2025-2026 Priorities Survey

Paper Towel Dispenser Replacement

submitted by estradao@augsburg.edu

The custodial department will replace the current paper towel dispensers with new models across the entire campus on Tuesday, 9/2, and Wednesday, 9/3. The external installation team will be working throughout the campus where the dispensers are located, starting at 8:00 am on both days.

Scam Email About a Remote Internship

submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu

You can always email your LFC or the Tech Desk if you’re unsure about the validity of an email.

Often your instincts are right and things that seem too good to be true are not real.

IT Phishing blog posts

Augsburg Provided AI Tools Available

submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu

In this context, the privacy protections are the following:

– What you enter is not used to train the AI model.
– What you enter is not reviewed by people.

This web page has information on how to access University-provided AI tools:

https://sites.augsburg.edu/it/services-we-provide/augsburg-provided-ai-tools/

Augsburg Provided AI Tools

Academic Advising Drop-In Advising

submitted by richardk@augsburg.edu

Need quick advising help? Academic Advising is offering extended drop-in hours September 1–10! Stop by the Advising Office (Library, 2nd Floor) or check out our new satellite location in Hagfors 101A.

Academic Advising Drop-In Hours

Disabled Student Looking for PCA – $13 an Hour

submitted by dipaolaz@augsburg.edu

Vote – Strommen Center’s Porch Goose Is Still Nameless and That’s Un-BIRD-lievable

submitted by carrigan@augsburg.edu

Honk if You Love Our Porch Goose! Now Help Us Name It!

Our new feathered friend has been waddling around the Strommen Center “porch”, and frankly, they’re tired of being nameless. It’s time to give this magnificent honker a title worthy of its majestic presence!

We’ve got a list of some truly ridiculous (and some surprisingly good) names. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to click the link below and cast your vote. Let’s make this goose an official member of the Strommen Center family!

Name the Strommen Porch Goose!

Augsburg Project Leaders: Apply for a 2025 Give to the Max Fundraising Page

submitted by jonesma@augsburg.edu

Calling all project leaders, coaches, and department heads, apply to host a Give to the Max 2025 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 12.

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?tab=t.0

Google form application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfC-ivxngZ884ZekA3blZl5WgBEbZ2cAIEWmonccoSb4aU2Ng/viewform

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

Augsburg Give to the Max Day 2025 – Project Fundraising Page Application

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

submitted by jonesma@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 4, 2025 from 10:30am to 12:30pm.

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

Link to sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1mM3qgF_3VfGLUs1IyxarivSqQa1vOnonNfqI2LcM1vM/viewform?edit_requested=true

Link to seed money request form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf8Zga48ZpcdtNEClB9SKKd3bLC4nwG1ML6D6TXNgzOIFMIBg/viewform

Taste of Augsburg Vendor Sign Up

New Staff Positions This Week (1)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

08/29/2025: Muslim Student Program Associate
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000079047465-muslim-student-program-associate-

Search Augsburg Job Postings

New Student Positions This Week (4)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

Search Augsburg Job Postings

New DPS Process for Checking Out Keys at Dispatch

submitted by pangala@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg Community,

A couple of the changes that will impact students and staff that request keys are as follows:

If you have questions or concerns please reach out the the Department of Public Safety.

TRIO/Student Support Services Closed TODAY

submitted by rodrig@augsburg.edu

The TRIO/Student Support Services Office will be closed Monday, September 1st and will re-open on Tuesday, September 2nd.

Beyond the Plate: How Two Chefs Are Healing the World

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

2025 Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium
Wednesday September 17th (12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.)
Hoversten Chapel

FEATURING
Chef Lachelle Cunningham – of Chelle’s Kitchen, Breaking Bread Cafe, and Healthy Roots Institute

Chef Sean Sherman – of Owamni and NĀTIFS

Faculty and Staff: Access Free Professional Development

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

Dear Faculty & Staff,
This is your final chance in 2025 to claim a free Quick Study seat through our campus’s membership in CIC’s Belong community. Enrollment closes September 3. 50 members of our campus can access one-hour, self-paced Quick Study courses at no cost (first come, first served). These practical, high-impact modules provide proven strategies to strengthen teaching, foster belonging, and prepare students for success. Quick Study Courses include:

Teaching with AI-Inclusive and AI-Resistant Learning Experiences
The Wellness Lens: Supporting Students’ Mental Well-Being – Launched in July
Teaching Neurodivergent Students: Classroom Strategies That Support All Learners
Developing Students’ Critical Thinking and Analytical Skills
Developing Students’ Media Literacy
Embedding Career Guidance into Your Course
Integrating Open Educational Resources (OER)
Preparing Students for Experiential Learning
Designing with Purpose: Authentic Tasks and Assessments – Launched May
Connecting with Alumni and Peers – Launched in June
Introduction to Generative AI
Deliberative Dialogue Series
Preparing Future-Ready Students: Connecting Course Goals to Career Readiness
and many more!

Updated Library Hours for Fall Semester

submitted by vanclev1@augsburg.edu

We have updated Lindell’s hours for fall semester after analyzing fob data from last year. Excluding some holidays, the building is open to students, faculty, and staff following this schedule from 8/25 to 12/20:

M – Th: 8am – 10pm
F: 8am – 6pm
Sa: 12pm – 5pm
Su: 5pm -10pm

You can always visit library.augsburg.edu/hours for current building hours. We hope you have a great start to the semester!

Academic Advising Drop-In Advising

submitted by richardk@augsburg.edu

Academic Advising Drop-In Hours

Hungry for Hope: Letters to the Church from Young Adults Is Available Now

submitted by weber3@augsburg.edu

Three years ago at this time, our RIH team was making preparations to host 50 young adults on campus at Augsburg University from across the country. The purpose of this gathering was to listen to the stories of younger generations as they shared their experiences of gratitude, hopefulness and frustration in the church. Collectively these stories spoke to the hunger of this generation for a more hopeful and thriving world. The young adults gathered also shared a belief that God is calling the church to engage seriously in that vision, no matter the challenges.

This gathering unleashed a much longer journey to amplify the voices of younger generations through the creation of a multi-authored book. We are beyond proud and humbled to share that Hungry for Hope: Letters to the church from young adults, is now officially released!

Our local bookstore, Moon Palace books has it available! https://moonpalacebooks.com/item/g2mK5awmMGbRua_p8FxfNg

https://hungryforhopebook.com/

Auggie Days Games at Lindell

submitted by schieren@augsburg.edu

Are you ready for the fall semester? If it seems too soon for sweaters, crunchy leaves, and pumpkin spice lattes, you can still have summer fun through Auggie Days celebrations! Come to Lindell Library on Tuesday, September 2, from 4:30-6:00 for an afternoon of board games and yard games (weather-permitting). You can drop in for ten minutes or all ninety. Whether you are a casual Uno player or a competitive Settler of Catan, all are welcome. We hope to see you there!

New Student Positions This Week (4)

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You can always email your LFC or the Tech Desk if you’re unsure about the validity of an email.

Often your instincts are right and things that seem too good to be true are not real.

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New DPS Process for Checking Out Keys at Dispatch

submitted by pangala@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg Community,

A couple of the changes that will impact students and staff that request keys are as follows:

If you have questions or concerns please reach out the the Department of Public Safety.

Looking for Oromo Speakers (Paid Opportunity)

submitted by klawiter@augsburg.edu

URGO Academic Year Research Applications Open September 3 to October 10

submitted by lynchss7@augsburg.edu

URGO Academic Year Research Application 2025-2026

Volunteers Needed: Brian Coyle Center Multicultural Dinner

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Thursday, September 18th – 4:00 – 7:30 pm
Pillsbury United Communities Brian Coyle Center,
420 15th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, 55454

Help serve food and meet lots of cool people! If you sign up by the end of the week you’ll get a cool t-shirt! Staff, this is a great opportunity to use your Community Service hours!

Contact gilmerje@augsburg.edu to sign up!

Pillsbury United Communities, in partnership with other neighborhood organizations and businesses, presents Multicultural Dinner 2025. 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 with local food, dance performances, and relationship building.

https://pillsburyunited.org/multicultural-dinner-2025/

Interfaith Scholars – Open Spots

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

Are you interested in gaining leadership skills by learning and practicing how to converse respectfully with others about what they believe, why it matters, and how it propels us to service in the world?

We have a few spots remaining in this year’s Interfaith Scholars cohort. The cohort meets two Thursday evenings a month, and classes begin on Thursday, September 4. The cohort is open to any undergraduate student and is a yearlong commitment worth 4 credits.

Students with any religious or spiritual worldview as well as students without a connection to a religious tradition are encouraged to apply.

To learn more or apply: https://www.augsburg.edu/interfaith/about/interfaith-scholars/

We will accept applications/ inquiries through Wednesday, September 3.

Jewish High Holy Days Panel

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

Date: Wednesday, September 10
Time: 12:30 – 1:00pm (community time)
Place: Zoom

You must register to receive the zoom meeting link. The session will be recorded, please register or email interfaith@augsburg.edu to receive a copy of the recording.

Register for the zoom session here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdR2bL_mEr1hCFP9SAL8gqxRZaZ3dW39x2jqlsaaaKkN2NBfw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=104606795694210077922

Auggie Days Games at the Library

submitted by schieren@augsburg.edu

Beyond the Plate: How Two Chefs Are Healing the World

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

2025 Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium
Wednesday September 17th (12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.)
Hoversten Chapel

Featuring
Chef Lachelle Cunningham
of Chelle’s Kitchen, Breaking Bread Cafe, and Healthy Roots Institute

Chef Sean Sherman
of Owamni and NĀTIFS

New Staff Positions This Week (14)

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

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New Student Positions This Week (17)

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

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New Student Position: Student: Library Student Digitization, Archives & Technical Assistant 2025-26

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

Digitization and Archives:

– Scanning print materials, photographs, and other physical items for addition into the digital archives. Recent examples of student work include the Pan-Afrikan Collection and the Women’s Athletics Collection
– Digitizing analog audiovisual media and producing online versions of that media using audio and video production technologies and uploading to the archives’ YouTube Channel
– Creating descriptive inventories for archival collections and performing other work to make collections accessible

Technical Services:

– Pre-order searching, receiving, invoicing, cataloging, and processing materials made available through the library’s website and in its physical collections
– Withdrawing unused materials from the collection and preparing for shipment to be reused or recycled
– Other duties as assigned

Hours & Schedule

– 10-15 hours a week during the school year, 20 hours during summer

Work-study eligible students welcome.

Compensation and Benefits

– Rate of Pay: $15.97/hour
– Minnesota Sick and Safe Time
– Not eligible for health insurance benefits

View Job Posting

Theater Opening Info Meeting

submitted by gebbengn@augsburg.edu

Hello all students! The Augsburg Theater Department is having its Theater Informational Opening Meeting on Friday, September 5, from 12:15-1:00, in the Tjornhom Theater, located right next to the chapel. This meeting will go in depth over the Theater Department’s season, classes and the productions we will be doing.

All are welcome! There will be snacks and prizes if you come 🙂

New DPS Process for Checking Out Keys at Dispatch

submitted by pangala@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg Community,

A couple of the changes that will impact students and staff that request keys are as follows:

If you have questions or concerns please reach out the the Department of Public Safety.

Faculty and Staff: Access Free Professional Development

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

Join Strommen’s Internship Prep Program

submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu

The Strommen Center is piloting an Internship Preparation Program this Fall. We’re seeking 12 students starting their Sophomore or Junior Year who want support in securing an internship experience.

Your Commitment
Three half-day workshops (Sept 27, Nov 1, Spring TBD), complete activities, participate in summer internship, meet with staff as needed. Stipend provided!

Apply Now
Limited to 12 Students
More Info: https://bit.ly/4oFwsHn
Application: https://bit.ly/4mpVTeD
Applications Due: September 15th
Join our inaugural cohort for Fall 2025 start!
This program is being offered in collaboration with the Reell Office of Seeing Things Whole.

Got Questions?
Keri Clifton, Program Director
Office of Seeing Things Whole
cliftonk@augsburg.edu
612-330-1525
Schedule time to connect – https://bit.ly/ScheduleReell

Paper Towel Dispenser Replacement

submitted by estradao@augsburg.edu

Opening Convocation Scheduled for September 2

submitted by gubrud@augsburg.edu

Opening Convocation – the official kick-off event for the 2025-26 academic year – is scheduled for Tuesday, September 2 with the line-up beginning at 10:15am. As is Auggie tradition, all faculty and staff are invited to join in the traditional clapping tunnel to welcome new students as they process to the opening convocation. Meet at 10:15 a.m. and please plan to wear Auggie gear or, if you’re a faculty member, you can wear your regalia. NEW this year, the clapping tunnel will form on the Edor Nelson Field (a.k.a. the athletic field).

Updated Library Hours for Fall Semester

submitted by vanclev1@augsburg.edu

M – Th: 8am – 10pm
F: 8am – 6pm
Sa: 12pm – 5pm
Su: 5pm -10pm

You can always visit library.augsburg.edu/hours for current building hours. We hope you have a great start to the semester!

Back to School Workshops TODAY

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

The Augsburg Center for Teaching and Learning invites all faculty and staff to join us for two engaging days of professional development, Wednesday, August 27 and Thursday, August 28, 9 am to 4 pm. A complete schedule and program for all workshops is now available on https://sites.augsburg.edu/ctl/.

Please note that registration for Thursday’s AI Keynote and Lunch is now full, an RSVP for all other workshops can be accessed at the link below.

Faculty and Staff: Access Free Professional Development

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Christensen Center Drain Cleaning

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The Christensen Center lower level women’s restroom will be closed from 9am- 12pm for emergency drain cleaning. Please use the restrooms located on the 1st and 2nd level of the building during this time.

Augsburg Staff: Complete the Staff Senate 2025-26 Priorities Survey

submitted by carrigan@augsburg.edu

Augsburg Staff: The Staff Senate wants to hear from you! Please take our brief 3-5 minute survey to help us prioritize initiatives for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Staff Senate 2025-2026 Priorities Survey

Join the New Augsburg Pep Band

submitted by green5@augsburg.edu

The Augsburg Pep Band will make its debut this fall! We are looking for musicians who are highly energetic, love playing popular music, and ready to show their Auggie pride at athletic games and campus events.

The pep band is open to ALL Augsburg students and will rehearse once a week (Mondays from 5:10 to 6:10). Students can register for MUE 140 PEP BAND for 1 or 0 credits.

If you are interested in joining the Augsburg Pep Band, complete the online interest form below.

Online Pep Band Interest Form

Interfaith Scholars – Open Spots

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

Students with any religious or spiritual worldview as well as students without a connection to a religious tradition are encouraged to apply.

To learn more or apply: https://www.augsburg.edu/interfaith/about/interfaith-scholars/

We will accept applications/ inquiries through Wednesday, September 3.

Jewish High Holy Days Panel

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

Date: Wednesday, September 10
Time: 12:30 – 1:00pm (community time)
Place: Zoom

You must register to receive the zoom meeting link. The session will be recorded, please register or email interfaith@augsburg.edu to receive a copy of the recording.

Register for the zoom session here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdR2bL_mEr1hCFP9SAL8gqxRZaZ3dW39x2jqlsaaaKkN2NBfw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=104606795694210077922

Save the Date – Brian Coyle Center Multicultural Dinner – Thursday, September 18, 4–7:30 p.m.

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Pillsbury United Communities Brian Coyle Center,
420 15th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, 55454

If you’d like to bring your class or student group to the dinner, or volunteer please contact gilmerje@augsburg.edu.

https://pillsburyunited.org/multicultural-dinner-2025/

Beyond the Plate: How Two Chefs Are Healing the World

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

2025 Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium
Wednesday September 17th (12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.)
Hoversten Chapel

Featuring
Chef Lachelle Cunningham
of Chelle’s Kitchen, Breaking Bread Cafe, and Healthy Roots Institute

Chef Sean Sherman
of Owamni and NĀTIFS

New DPS Process for Checking Out Keys at Dispatch

submitted by pangala@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg Community,

A couple of the changes that will impact students and staff that request keys are as follows:

If you have questions or concerns please reach out the the Department of Public Safety.

New Staff Positions This Week (16)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

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New Student Positions This Week (17)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Support High School Volleyball Team

submitted by ayalam@augsburg.edu

The volleyball team is selling delicious miss your chance to grab a bag (or two!) and help support our athletes this season.

https://s.dgpopup.com/ez6eo488

2025 Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

Beyond the Plate: How Two Chefs Are Healing the World
Wednesday September 17th (12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.)
Hoversten Chapel

Featuring
Chef Lachelle Cunningham
of Chelle’s Kitchen, Breaking Bread Cafe, and Healthy Roots Institute

Chef Sean Sherman
of Owamni and NĀTIFS

(Original publicity also listed Chef Yia Vang as a participate, but he has since had to cancel.)

Save the Date for First-Gen Week

submitted by heisekat@augsburg.edu

First-Gen Week is the first week of November and is an extended celebration of First-Gen Day which takes place on November 8th annually.
First-Gen Day commemorates the signing of the Higher Education Act of 1965 by then-President Lyndon B. Johnson. This act created federal financial aid programs to fund students’ educations and made key investments in colleges and universities. Many of these programs, particularly the Federal TRIO programs (such as TRIO/SSS and TRIO McNair), promote postsecondary access, retention, and completion for today’s limited-income, first-generation college students.
First-Gen Week is a time to celebrate first-generation college students, faculty, and staff, as well as their supporters. Consider ways you can celebrate the first-gen folks in your departments, classes, organizations, etc., and stay tuned for information about programming across campus for the first week of November!

Information on First-Gen Week/Day from the Council for Opportunity in Education

Updated Library Hours for Fall Semester

submitted by vanclev1@augsburg.edu

M – Th: 8am – 10pm
F: 8am – 6pm
Sa: 12pm – 5pm
Su: 5pm -10pm

You can always visit library.augsburg.edu/hours for current building hours. We hope you have a great start to the semester!

Join the New Augsburg Pep Band

submitted by green5@augsburg.edu

The pep band is open to ALL Augsburg students and will rehearse once a week (Mondays from 5:10 to 6:10). Students can register for MUE 140 PEP BAND for 1 or 0 credits.

If you are interested in joining the Augsburg Pep Band, complete the online interest form below.

Online Pep Band Interest Form

Augsburg Theater Opening Info Meeting

submitted by gebbengn@augsburg.edu

Hello all students! The Augsburg Theater Department is having its Theater Informational Meeting on Friday, September 5, from 12:15-1:00, in the Tjornhom Theater, located right next to the chapel. This meeting will go in depth over the Theater Department’s season, classes and the productions we will be doing.

All are welcome! There will be snacks and prizes if you come 🙂

Interfaith Scholars – Open Spots

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

Students with any religious or spiritual worldview as well as students without a connection to a religious tradition are encouraged to apply.

To learn more or apply: https://www.augsburg.edu/interfaith/about/interfaith-scholars/

We will accept applications/ inquiries through Wednesday, September 3.

Donate Professional Clothing to Support Augsburg Students

submitted by mendezm@augsburg.edu

Help Augsburg students put their best foot forward in interviews, internships, and professional events! The Strommen Center is collecting gently used business professional clothing to expand our Career Closet.

We’re looking for items in good condition (no holes, stains, or excessive wear), including:

– Collared shirts & blouses
– Suits & blazers
– Dresses & pencil skirts
– Dress pants & slacks
– Dress shoes
– Other accessories (belts, ties, scarves, etc.)
– Hangars

Drop-off location: Strommen Center for Meaningful Work (Christensen Center, Suite 100)
Drop-off hours: Monday–Friday, 10am – 3pm.

Your donation will help Augsburg students feel confident and prepared for their next professional opportunity. Thank you for supporting our Auggie community!

New Staff Positions This Week (17)

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

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New Student Positions This Week (15)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Join Strommen’s Internship Prep Program

submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu

The Strommen Center is piloting an Internship Preparation Program this Fall. We’re seeking 12 students starting their Sophomore or Junior Year who want support in securing an internship experience.

Your Commitment
Three half-day workshops (Sept 27, Nov 1, Spring TBD), complete activities, participate in summer internship, meet with staff as needed. Stipend provided!

Apply Now
Limited to 12 Students
More Info: https://bit.ly/4oFwsHn
Application: https://bit.ly/4mpVTeD
Applications Due: September 15th
Join our inaugural cohort for Fall 2025 start!
This program is being offered in collaboration with the Reell Office of Seeing Things Whole.

Got Questions?
Keri Clifton, Program Director
Office of Seeing Things Whole
cliftonk@augsburg.edu
612-330-1525
Schedule time to connect – https://bit.ly/ScheduleReell

Memorial Steam Vault Repair August 25-27

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

Cordia will be repairing a stream vault cover that is leaking located on the the 22nd Ave sidewalk facing the Memorial Hall building. A section of the sidewalk will be blocked off so you will need to take an alternative route during the repairs. Contact Facilities Management with any questions or concerns.

Staff and Faculty Ice Cream Social – TODAY

submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu

Please join us in the Quad on Tues. Aug. 26, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m., for a staff and faculty ice cream social. Come, make a sundae with your favorite toppings and join your colleagues from across campus as we kick off the start of the 2025-26 academic year.

Updated Library Hours for Fall Semester

submitted by vanclev1@augsburg.edu

M – Th: 8am – 10pm
F: 8am – 6pm
Sa: 12pm – 5pm
Su: 5pm -10pm

You can always visit library.augsburg.edu/hours for current building hours. We hope you have a great start to the semester!

New Augsburg Exploration Day and Changes to First-Year First Day

submitted by klobassa@augsburg.edu

Greetings Augsburg Community,

There are changes coming this fall that impact AugSem, Auggie Days, and the Convocation Schedule.

Changes to First Year First Day
In the past, AugSem meetings were a component of First Year First Day. This year, AugSem faculty will not meet with their AugSem class on First Year First Day. Instead, all faculty and staff are encouraged to dress in their Auggie gear or academic regalia to form the traditional clapping tunnel to welcome new students as they process to the opening convocation (Edor Nelson Field – Procession; arrive at 10:15 to line up | Si Melby Gym – Convocation). Following the convocation, first year students will enjoy lunch and will engage with the remainder of the Auggie Days program.

First-year Convocation: Oct. 8, noon – 1 pm, Hoversten Chapel
In addition to opening convocation, this year we will offer a first-year convocation on Wednesday, Oct. 8. First-year convocation is required for all students enrolled in AUG101. This year’s speaker is Xavier Tavera Castro, Assistant Professor of Art at Carleton College. Xavier will discuss his scholarship and what motivates his work, as well as his professional journey and lessons that he has learned.

Augsburg Exploration Day
Also on Wednesday Oct. 8, there will be no afternoon classes to allow time for academic activities and community building. First-year students will participate in one-on-one mentor meetings scheduled throughout the afternoon with their AugSem instructors, a required component of AUG101. Second-year students are invited to celebrate declaring their majors. Each School will host an open house to welcome new majors, and second-year students are strongly encouraged to attend the events. These open houses will also offer a good opportunity for first-year students to build rapport with faculty and students within each School. In addition, various campus offices and student organizations will offer opportunities for connection throughout the afternoon.

Featuring
Chef Lachelle Cunningham
of Chelle’s Kitchen, Breaking Bread Cafe, and Healthy Roots Institute

Chef Sean Sherman
of Owamni and NĀTIFS

(Original publicity also listed Chef Yia Vang as a participate, but he has since had to cancel.)

New Staff Positions This Week (18)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

Search Augsburg Job Postings