New Student Positions This Week (3)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

08/28/2023: CGEE Student Office Assistant, Academic Year 2023-24
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999927096593-cgee-student-office-assistant-academic-year-2023-24
08/22/2023: Theater Costume Shop Student Artist, Academic Year 2023-24
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999925963139-theater-costume-shop-student-artist-academic-year-2023-24
08/22/2023: Theater Scene Shop Student Technician, Academic Year 2023-24
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999925964198-theater-scene-shop-student-technician

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Seeking Photoshoot Student Volunteers

submitted by leedoua@augsburg.edu

The marketing and communication department is looking for students to participate in photoshoots around campus throughout the year. Photos can be used for print materials, websites, social media, and other marketing and communication efforts.

If you are interested in volunteering to be in photos for Augsburg University, please fill out the Media Sign-Up Form. Volunteers will added to a list and whenever students are needed, the marketing and communications department will send out an email asking for availability.

Sign up today!

Give to the Max Planning and Application

submitted by berkasn@augsburg.edu

With the fall semester fast approaching, planning for this year’s Give to the Max fundraising efforts are underway. We hope to raise significant funds as we have in years past, but we will be rolling out a new fundraising platform and will be asking for all proposed Augsburg Give to the Max fundraising projects to apply via the 2023 Give to the Max Application. Please submit your application by September 11.

In your Google Form application, know that we will be prioritizing projects that are budget relieving. So, please consider fundraising for a project that helps in this way when submitting your application.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to Nate Berkas with any questions (berkasn@augsburg.edu).

2023 Give to the Max Application

Learn About Paid and Volunteer Debate Judging Opportunities with the MN Urban Debate League

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

The Minnesota Urban Debate League is a program of Augsburg University. We provide academic competitive debate programming for middle and high school students in the Twin Cities Metro. We want to give you a big welcome to campus! We look forward to meeting students and sharing more information about our work at upcoming events.

We’re seeking debate judges throughout the year. Learn more about our programs below:

NATIONAL TOPIC POLICY DEBATE: In our Fall season, we look for experienced speech and debate competitors to serve as judges at weekend tournaments. This year’s topic involves solutions to economic inequality.

EAST AFRICAN DEBATE LEAGUE: In late fall through January, we hold the East African Debate League for middle and high school students. We will be seeking PAID judges from the East African community for this program.

MIDDLE SCHOOL DEBATE LEAGUE: From January-March, we hold weeknight tournaments for middle school debaters. No speech or debate experience is required to judge!

SPANISH DEBATE LEAGUE: Spanish Debate League for middle and high schoolers is held during Spring Semester. We’re seeking fluent Spanish speakers to serve as judges for our Spanish Debate League. This is a PAID opportunity for fluent Spanish speakers.

FINANCIAL LITERACY DEBATES: This specialized program is for judges with extensive knowledge and experience in finance.

Why debate? Because it helps students from all backgrounds develop powerful skills like critical thinking, argumentation, and public speaking. Our students develop academically, personally, and socially. You can contribute to their success as a judge!

Sign up here to express your interest: https://forms.gle/dd9ZPLMygU51Yvio6

Fill Out this Form to Learn More

Bon Voyage: Star Tribune Features River Semester

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

The Star Tribune visited campus last week to spend time with Joe Underhill and a handful of River Semester students as they made final preparations to set sail down the Mississippi in early September. River Semester is a program of Augsburg’s Center for Global Education and Experience.

Read the article:

“Forget study abroad. These college students will spend the semester on the Mississippi River.”

Tom Witschen, ‘Voice of the Auggies,’ Passes Away

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Tom Witschen, the longtime broadcast voice of Augsburg University athletics, died on August 24. Witschen called more than 4,000 collegiate and high school games during his four-decade career as a broadcaster in the Midwest, including more than 2,000 Augsburg events in football, volleyball, men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s hockey, wrestling, baseball and softball. He received Augsburg’s Distinguished Athletic Service Award in 2015.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2023, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Bradshaw Funeral Home, 1078 Rice Street in St. Paul, Minn. His funeral will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 at 11 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 380 Little Canada Road E., Little Canada, Minn., with visitation beginning one hour prior.

Read the full remembrance on the Augsburg Athletics website.

Pan-Asian Student Services Movie Night

submitted by vangpa@augsburg.edu

Kick off the first week of classes by joining PASS for a movie night! We will be showing Xai & Luna Blood Bond 2 a Hmong romantic comedy that will have you laughing and crying. This film is produced from a local artist who will be joining us for a Q&A session after the showing. The event is free and open to the public, you must register due to limited seating.

Wednesday, August 30th. 7pm-10pm
Sateren Auditorium, free parking in lot L
Door prizes after the movie!
Meet the producers and Q&A session

email Paul Vang, PASS Program Manager, at vangpa@augsburg.edu for more information.

Please register for the event

Choir Placement Auditions

submitted by brauer@augsburg.edu

ATTENTION ALL WHO LOVE SINGING IN HARMONY:

Choirs at Augsburg are open to students of any major and musical background. We perform classical concert music and folkloric music from all over the globe, collaborating with professional artists from around the world. If you love choral singing, come to our placement auditions!

When are they being held?

• Wednesday, August 30, between 10:00 and 3:00.
• Thursday, August 31, between 10:00 and 3:00.

(If you absolutely cannot come according to this schedule, please e-mail Dr. Kristina Boerger ASAP at boerger@augsburg.edu for an accommodation.)

How long do they take?

Between 20 and 25 minutes:

• 10-15 minutes to complete an intake sheet in the hallway.
• 10 minutes to visit and sing in the classroom with vocal faculty.

Do I need to prepare anything for my audition?

We would love to hear you sing one verse of a song in any style that you feel shows your vocal talents. But if you don’t have a song, don’t let that stop you!

How do I sign up for and complete my audition?

• Any time after 5:00 on Friday, August 25, stop by room M3 in Anderson Music Hall and sign up for your singing time on the sheets posted outside the classroom.

• On your appointment day, arrive 15 minutes ahead of your singing time. Grab an intake sheet, fill it out, and wait to be called in for your hearing.

• When you are invited in to sing, bring your completed intake sheet with you.

How do I get started with choir class?

• Look for an e-mail with your placement result, to be sent out by noon on 9/4.
• On receiving that e-mail, register for the class in which you have been placed.
• Report for your class according to its published schedule, beginning after Labor Day.

WE’RE EXCITED TO HEAR YOU!

Orchestra Auditions

submitted by brauer@augsburg.edu

Students who have not enrolled in Orchestra (MUE 121) but who are interested in auditioning for placement in the Orchestra should contact Dr. Rafael Rodriguez by email at rodrigra@augsburg.edu. All Orchestra placement auditions are by video submission.

All string players with previous experience playing in orchestra (school orchestra, community orchestra, church orchestra, etc.) or with previous experience taking lessons on a string instrument are welcome to enroll in Orchestra. The audition videos are intended for placement and seating only – they’re not “make or break” auditions. We just want a chance to get to know you musically and to see what you’re doing as a player.

Orchestra meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 – 6:40 p.m. in the Music Hall, M3 rehearsal room.

ShareShop (Free Store) Open Today 1-3 p.m.

submitted by mcdaniem@augsburg.edu

Love free stuff? Are you decking out your residence hall or need a fan? Come to the ShareShop!

ShareShop is open today from 1-3pm. Regular fall hours start the week of the 4th: Mondays 3-5:30pm, Wednesdays 10am-12:30pm and Thursdays 3-5:30pm.

We’re located in Science Hall 8b. You can find free, gently-used furniture, clothes, room decor, kitchen equipment, school supplies, FANS!!, and more. Our Pop-up includes professional attire and is open in the Strommen Center from 9am to 3pm Monday through Friday. Campus Kitchen provides us with some snacks and you can go visit them at the Campus Cupboard (foodshelf) in the basement of Anderson Residence Hall, Room 26.

Come by to browse. Record what you take. Help to divert waste. Live more sustainably. Follow us on Instagram.

@sustainable_ausburgu

¡Ándale! Improve Your Spanish Sklls This Fall

submitted by reinhard@augsburg.edu

Is it time to move your beginning Spanish-speaking skills to a higher level? Are you looking for another course to add into your schedule? The Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies department invites you to consider taking Spa 211 for the Fall semester. Continuing your Spanish study is a powerful way to enhance your resume and make you a more viable job candidate in a market that is looking for global competence and multilingual skills. Spa 211 is the last prerequisite course for a Spanish minor, but even if you’re not able to pursue a minor, adding another Spanish course or 2 to your transcript and resume will give you an advantage in a competitive hiring market.

SPA 211 is Intermediate Spanish, a 2nd yr. language course designed for continuing skills in speaking, listening, reading, writing, and exploring cultures of the Spanish-speaking world, and is intended for students who’ve completed Spanish 112 or the equivalent.

This fall Spa 211 meets MWF 12:30-1:40, on campus. Students, faculty and staff are invited to register. Please spread the word to your Augsburg friends! And if you have any questions, you’re welcome to contact me or Professor Michael Kidd.

Personal Care Assistants Needed

submitted by barrienb@augsburg.edu

Hi! My name is Bella and I am a fourth year student here at Augsburg studying graphic design. I am currently trying to find personal care assistants to help me in my day to day life here on campus. This would include getting me ready for the day, helping me get set up for class and assisting me around campus. I am currently looking for people who would want to work some hours during this school year! If you are a pre-med or nursing student, this is a great opportunity to get experience with patient care. Plus, you get to be paid to have fun!

I really enjoy getting coffee, watching Netflix, drawing, and painting. I consider all my assistants as my friends and if you work for me, you are guaranteed a good time! If you are interested, please text me at: 612-345-2855 or email me at barrienb@augsburg.edu. Hope you will join! *All genders welcomed*

New Staff Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

08/24/2023: Seasonal Assistant Women’s Volleyball Coach
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999926564650-seasonal-assistant-women-s-volleyball-coach
08/22/2023: Seasonal Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999925979593-seasonal-assistant-men-s-basketball-coach

Search Augsburg Job Postings

New Student Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

08/22/2023: Theater Costume Shop Student Artist, Academic Year 2023-24
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999925963139-theater-costume-shop-student-artist-academic-year-2023-24
08/22/2023: Theater Scene Shop Student Technician, Academic Year 2023-24
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999925964198-theater-scene-shop-student-technician

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Seeking Photoshoot Student Volunteers

submitted by leedoua@augsburg.edu

The marketing and communication department is looking for students to participate in photoshoots around campus throughout the year. Photos can be used for print materials, websites, social media, and other marketing and communication efforts.

If you are interested in volunteering to be in photos for Augsburg University, please fill out the Media Sign-Up Form. Volunteers will added to a list and whenever students are needed, the marketing and communications department will send out an email asking for availability.

Sign up today!

Choir Placement Auditions

submitted by brauer@augsburg.edu

ATTENTION ALL WHO LOVE SINGING IN HARMONY:

Choirs at Augsburg are open to students of any major and musical background. We perform classical concert music and folkloric music from all over the globe, collaborating with professional artists from around the world. If you love choral singing, come to our placement auditions!

When are they being held?

• Wednesday, August 30, between 10:00 and 3:00.
• Thursday, August 31, between 10:00 and 3:00.

(If you absolutely cannot come according to this schedule, please e-mail Dr. Kristina Boerger ASAP at boerger@augsburg.edu for an accommodation.)

How long do they take?

Between 20 and 25 minutes:

• 10-15 minutes to complete an intake sheet in the hallway.
• 10 minutes to visit and sing in the classroom with vocal faculty.

Do I need to prepare anything for my audition?

We would love to hear you sing one verse of a song in any style that you feel shows your vocal talents. But if you don’t have a song, don’t let that stop you!

How do I sign up for and complete my audition?

• Any time after 5:00 on Friday, August 25, stop by room M3 in Anderson Music Hall and sign up for your singing time on the sheets posted outside the classroom.

• On your appointment day, arrive 15 minutes ahead of your singing time. Grab an intake sheet, fill it out, and wait to be called in for your hearing.

• When you are invited in to sing, bring your completed intake sheet with you.

How do I get started with choir class?

• Look for an e-mail with your placement result, to be sent out by noon on 9/4.
• On receiving that e-mail, register for the class in which you have been placed.
• Report for your class according to its published schedule, beginning after Labor Day.

WE’RE EXCITED TO HEAR YOU!

Orchestra Auditions

submitted by brauer@augsburg.edu

Students who have not enrolled in Orchestra (MUE 121) but who are interested in auditioning for placement in the Orchestra should contact Dr. Rafael Rodriguez by email at rodrigra@augsburg.edu. All Orchestra placement auditions are by video submission.

All string players with previous experience playing in orchestra (school orchestra, community orchestra, church orchestra, etc.) or with previous experience taking lessons on a string instrument are welcome to enroll in Orchestra. The audition videos are intended for placement and seating only – they’re not “make or break” auditions. We just want a chance to get to know you musically and to see what you’re doing as a player.

Orchestra meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 – 6:40 p.m. in the Music Hall, M3 rehearsal room.

¡Ándale! Improve Your Spanish Skills This Fall

submitted by reinhard@augsburg.edu

Is it time to move your beginning Spanish-speaking skills to a higher level? Are you looking for another course to add into your schedule? The Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies department invites you to consider taking Spa 211 for the Fall semester. Continuing your Spanish study is a powerful way to enhance your resume and make you a more viable job candidate in a market that is looking for global competence and multilingual skills. Spa 211 is the last prerequisite course for a Spanish minor, but even if you’re not able to pursue a minor, adding another Spanish course or 2 to your transcript and resume will give you an advantage in a competitive hiring market.

SPA 211 is Intermediate Spanish, a 2nd yr. language course designed for continuing skills in speaking, listening, reading, writing, and exploring cultures of the Spanish-speaking world, and is intended for students who’ve completed Spanish 112 or the equivalent.

This fall Spa 211 meets MWF 12:30-1:40, on campus. Students, faculty and staff are invited to register. Please spread the word to your Augsburg friends! And if you have any questions, you’re welcome to contact me or Professor Michael Kidd.

High Holy Days

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown on Friday, September 15 and lasts through sundown Sunday, September 17. Yom Kippur begins at sundown on Sunday, September 24 and lasts until Monday night, September 25. Lesser known holidays Sukkot, Shmini Atzeret, and Simchat Torah are also part of this holiday season. Sukkot begins at sundown on Friday, September 29 and the non-work holiday lasts until sundown on Sunday, October 1. Sukkot continues (as a working holiday) until sundown on Friday, October 6. Shmini Atzeret begins that same night, Friday, October 6, and the following night begins Simchat Torah, which lasts until sundown on Sunday, October 8, both as non-work holidays. During these days, please be thoughtful of those who observe them by not scheduling meetings, conference calls, or deadlines. For teachers, please do not schedule tests, presentations, or other mandatory activities. And remember that many Jewish households host family and/or other guests for these holidays. For those who celebrate Christmas, imagine if everyone wanted something from you between the mornings of December 24th and December 26th while you had multiple things cooking, preparations to be in services, and family and friends coming over. Be thoughtful, kind, and inclusive. And greetings: “Happy New Year” is appropriate to say on Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. “Have an easy/meaningful fast” is appropriate to say on Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement when Jews traditionally fast for 25 hours. Or to avoid mentioning fasting (which not everyone can do) you can say “Have a meaningful holiday” instead. “Happy holiday” is appropriate for Sukkot, Shmini Atzeret, and Simchat Torah, and really most Jewish holidays. Thank you!!” (Credit: Ronald Weber and Shayna Sheinfeld)

Augsburg Religious Holiday Policy

Give to the Max Planning and Application

submitted by berkasn@augsburg.edu

With the fall semester fast approaching, planning for this year’s Give to the Max fundraising efforts are underway. We hope to raise significant funds as we have in years past, but we will be rolling out a new fundraising platform and will be asking for all proposed Augsburg Give to the Max fundraising projects to apply via the 2023 Give to the Max Application. Please submit your application by September 11.

In your Google Form application, know that we will be prioritizing projects that are budget relieving. So, please consider fundraising for a project that helps in this way when submitting your application.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to Nate Berkas with any questions (berkasn@augsburg.edu).

2023 Give to the Max Application

BTS Workshop Evaluation Link and Gratitude

submitted by reederm@augsburg.edu

Thank you to all presenters who shared their expertise and facilitated important discussions as we prepare to welcome students back next week. Thank you to all attendees for your participation, questions, conversation, and commitment to our campus teaching and learning community. And thank you to Mike Reeder, Dominic Bruno, and all Events staff for their valuable logistical support.

The Back to School Workshop Evaluation is also now available. Please take a few minutes to provide feedback on this year’s workshops, and offer suggestions for future Office of Faculty Development and Center for Teaching and Learning programming.

BTS 2023 Workshops Evaluation Form

New Staff Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

08/24/2023: Seasonal Assistant Women’s Volleyball Coach
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999926564650-seasonal-assistant-women-s-volleyball-coach
08/22/2023: Seasonal Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999925979593-seasonal-assistant-men-s-basketball-coach

Search Augsburg Job Postings

New Staff Position: Seasonal Assistant Women’s Volleyball Coach

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

Summary of Position

Assists the Head Coach with the organization and administration of all aspects of the sport program, including coaching and training, student-athlete retention, advising, mentoring and recruiting prospective student-athletes.

Primary Responsibilities

– Instruct student-athletes on physical health, team concepts, safety, and sport-specific skills on both an individual and team basis

– Identify and recruit talented and qualified prospective student-athletes according to the program recruiting plan.

– Teach, advise and mentor student-athletes on life-skills.

– Create sport-specific practice and game/meet plans, analyze film and facilitate team meetings.

Additional Responsibilities

– Assist with monitoring and supporting academic progress of student-athletes/teams to exceed athletic department standards

– Assist with maintaining acceptable student-athlete retention rates to the team and/or institution

– Assist with budget management, fundraising, travel planning and program organization

– Assist with Alumni/parent communication and involvement, including organizing events as appropriate

– Assist with organizing and participating in team community-service event(s)

– Assist with camps and clinics

– All other duties as apparent or assigned by supervisor(s).

View Job Posting

New Student Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

08/22/2023: Theater Costume Shop Student Artist, Academic Year 2023-24
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999925963139-theater-costume-shop-student-artist-academic-year-2023-24
08/22/2023: Theater Scene Shop Student Technician, Academic Year 2023-24
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999925964198-theater-scene-shop-student-technician

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Submit Your Application to Join the 2023-2024 Thó Wiŋ Magazine Board

submitted by haydenc@augsburg.edu

Do you like art of all different mediums? Do you believe art should be more accessible to the Augsburg community? Do you think getting art published should be accessible to anyone and everyone in the Augsburg community? If you agree, you’ll be a great addition to the Thó Wiŋ Magazine editorial board!

We are in the process of hiring an entirely new board for the 2023-2024 academic year! We are looking for Lead, Managing, and Assistant Editors, as well as an Art Director/Layout Editor. Training will be provided by our outgoing lead editors! Thó Wiŋ Magazine (previously Murphy Square Quarterly) has been around since the 1970s and we are so excited to be passing the torch to a new group Augsburg community members. These are stipend positions and a great way to dip your toe into the wonderful world of publishing!

There are a few open positions for anyone and everyone of any skill level or experience. We do especially encourage BIPOC, AAPI, queer, trans, non-binary, women, and/or underclassmen to apply.

If you have any questions, please reach out to our outgoing Co-Lead Editors Jack J [he/him/they] ( jack.jensen@alumni.Augsburg.edu) or Corey H [they/them] (haydenc@augsburg.edu)

We look forward to reviewing your applications!
Corey Hayden and Jack Jensen,
Co-Lead Editors ‘23

Please find the application form here!

BTS Workshop Evaluation Link and Gratitude

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

Thank you to all presenters who shared their expertise and facilitated important discussions at as we prepare to welcome students back next week. Thank you to all attendees for your participation, questions, conversation, and commitment to our campus teaching and learning community. And thank you to Mike Reeder, Dominic Bruno, and all Events staff for their valuable logistical support.

The Back to School Workshop Evaluation is also now available. Please take a few minutes to provide feedback on this year’s workshops, and offer suggestions for future Office of Faculty Development and Center for Teaching and Learning programming.

BTS 2023 Workshops Evaluation Form

Choir Placement Auditions

submitted by brauer@augsburg.edu

ATTENTION ALL WHO LOVE SINGING IN HARMONY:

Choirs at Augsburg are open to students of any major and musical background. We perform classical concert music and folkloric music from all over the globe, collaborating with professional artists from around the world. If you love choral singing, come to our placement auditions!

When are they being held?

• Wednesday, August 30, between 10:00 and 3:00.
• Thursday, August 31, between 10:00 and 3:00.

(If you absolutely cannot come according to this schedule, please e-mail Dr. Kristina Boerger ASAP at boerger@augsburg.edu for an accommodation.)

How long do they take?

Between 20 and 25 minutes:

• 10-15 minutes to complete an intake sheet in the hallway.
• 10 minutes to visit and sing in the classroom with vocal faculty.

Do I need to prepare anything for my audition?

We would love to hear you sing one verse of a song in any style that you feel shows your vocal talents. But if you don’t have a song, don’t let that stop you!

How do I sign up for and complete my audition?

• Any time after 5:00 on Friday, August 25, stop by room M3 in Anderson Music Hall and sign up for your singing time on the sheets posted outside the classroom.

• On your appointment day, arrive 15 minutes ahead of your singing time. Grab an intake sheet, fill it out, and wait to be called in for your hearing.

• When you are invited in to sing, bring your completed intake sheet with you.

How do I get started with choir class?

• Look for an e-mail with your placement result, to be sent out by noon on 9/4.
• On receiving that e-mail, register for the class in which you have been placed.
• Report for your class according to its published schedule, beginning after Labor Day.

WE’RE EXCITED TO HEAR YOU!

Orchestra Auditions

submitted by brauer@augsburg.edu

Students who have not enrolled in Orchestra (MUE 121) but who are interested in auditioning for placement in the Orchestra should contact Dr. Rafael Rodriguez by email at rodrigra@augsburg.edu. All Orchestra placement auditions are by video submission.

All string players with previous experience playing in orchestra (school orchestra, community orchestra, church orchestra, etc.) or with previous experience taking lessons on a string instrument are welcome to enroll in Orchestra. The audition videos are intended for placement and seating only – they’re not “make or break” auditions. We just want a chance to get to know you musically and to see what you’re doing as a player.

Orchestra meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 – 6:40 p.m. in the Music Hall, M3 rehearsal room.

Seeking Photoshoot Student Volunteers

submitted by leedoua@augsburg.edu

The marketing and communication department is looking for students to participate in photoshoots around campus throughout the year. Photos can be used for print materials, websites, social media, and other marketing and communication efforts.

If you are interested in volunteering to be in photos for Augsburg University, please fill out the Media Sign-Up Form. Volunteers will added to a list and whenever students are needed, the marketing and communications department will send out an email asking for availability.

Sign up today!

Welcome Students on August 29 at 10:30 a.m. for Opening Convocation

submitted by gubrud@augsburg.edu

On Tuesday, August 29 at 10:30am, staff and faculty are invited to line up along both sides of 7 1/2 Street (between Anderson Music Hall and Murphy Square) and cheer/clap as incoming first-year and transfer students walk from the Quad to Si Melby during the Convocation Procession. Wear Auggie gear or academic regalia to welcome our newest students to campus.

Clapping tunnel participants will process into the Opening Convocation scheduled from 11am to 11:45am. Please join your fellow faculty and staff for this Auggie tradition!

New Student Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

08/22/2023: Theater Costume Shop Student Artist, Academic Year 2023-24
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999925963139-theater-costume-shop-student-artist-academic-year-2023-24
08/22/2023: Theater Scene Shop Student Technician, Academic Year 2023-24
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999925964198-theater-scene-shop-student-technician

Search Augsburg Job Postings

¡Ándale! Improve Your Spanish Skills This Fall

submitted by reinhard@augsburg.edu

Is it time to move your beginning Spanish-speaking skills to a higher level? Are you looking for another course to add into your schedule? The Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies department invites you to consider taking Spa 211 for the Fall semester. Continuing your Spanish study is a powerful way to enhance your resume and make you a more viable job candidate in a market that is looking for global competence and multilingual skills. Spa 211 is the last prerequisite course for a Spanish minor, but even if you’re not able to pursue a minor, adding another Spanish course or 2 to your transcript and resume will give you an advantage in a competitive hiring market.

SPA 211 is Intermediate Spanish, a 2nd yr. language course designed for continuing skills in speaking, listening, reading, writing, and exploring cultures of the Spanish-speaking world, and is intended for students who’ve completed Spanish 112 or the equivalent.

This fall Spa 211 meets MWF 12:30-1:40, on campus. Students, faculty and staff are invited to register. Please spread the word to your Augsburg friends! And if you have any questions, you’re welcome to contact me or Professor Michael Kidd.

Monday: Farewell to Dominic Bruno

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

Please stop by the University Events office, suite 203 in Christensen Center, on Monday, August 28, to say farewell to Dom Bruno and thank him for all his contributions to Augsburg.

Dom has taken a new job position at the University of Minnesota, and his last day at Augsburg is Monday. Dom has worked with many across campus in his role as event and conference coordinator and will be greatly missed at Augsburg!

Interested in Learning about Costumes and Makeup?

submitted by stadlerl@augsburg.edu

There are still openings available in the Costumes and Make-Up for Performance class, which is happening from 11:10-12:20 on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays this semester!

The class will be a mix of lectures, in-class activities, and projects with an overall focus on how to design costumes for the stage.

Topics included but are not limited to:
Fashion in History
Analyzing Costumes in Film
Play Readings studying Character Development
Fabric Selection
Clothing Terminology
How to Collaborate on a Design Team
How to Navigate a Career in the Arts

Students will keep a sketchbook of drawings throughout the semester in order to track growth, effort, and the ability to communicate ideas. Throughout the course, drawing skills will not be assessed, no tests or quizzes will be given, and no sewing is required.

If you have any questions, please email either the Department Chair, Darcey Engen, engen@augsburg.edu, or Stacey Palmer, palmerst@augsburg.edu

Back to School Workshops Continue Today

submitted by reederm@augsburg.edu

Kick off your new academic year this Wednesday and Thursday!

The Office of Faculty Development’s Center for Teaching and Learning is pleased to welcome faculty and staff to the 2023-24 academic year with our annual Back to School Workshop, this Wednesday, August 23 and Thursday, August 24, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm daily. This year’s program theme is “Cultivating Community, Belonging, and Excellence,” and offers a variety of salient topics for teaching and learning at Augsburg facilitated by experts from our own teaching community.

We ask community members to pre-register for the 2023 Back to School Workshop by this Tuesday at 4pm. Day-of and on-site registration are welcome as space allows. The full program is available on the registration form.

Back to School Workshop Pre-Registration

¡Ándale! Improve Your Spanish Skills This Fall

submitted by reinhard@augsburg.edu

Is it time to move your beginning Spanish-speaking skills to a higher level? Are you looking for another course to add into your schedule? The Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies department invites you to consider taking Spa 211 for the Fall semester. Continuing your Spanish study is a powerful way to enhance your resume and make you a more viable job candidate in a market that is looking for global competence and multilingual skills. Spa 211 is the last prerequisite course for a Spanish minor, but even if you’re not able to pursue a minor, adding another Spanish course or 2 to your transcript and resume will give you an advantage in a competitive hiring market.

SPA 211 is Intermediate Spanish, a 2nd yr. language course designed for continuing skills in speaking, listening, reading, writing, and exploring cultures of the Spanish-speaking world, and is intended for students who’ve completed Spanish 112 or the equivalent.

This fall Spa 211 meets MWF 12:30-1:40, on campus. Students, faculty and staff are invited to register. Please spread the word to your Augsburg friends! And if you have any questions, you’re welcome to contact me or Professor Michael Kidd.

Announcing Choir Placement Auditions

submitted by boerger@augsburg.edu

ATTENTION ALL WHO LOVE SINGING IN HARMONY:

Choirs at Augsburg are open to students of any major and musical background. We perform classical concert music and folkloric music from all over the globe, collaborating with professional artists from around the world. If you love choral singing, come to our placement auditions!

When are they being held?

• Wednesday, August 30, between 10:00 and 3:00.
• Thursday, August 31, between 10:00 and 3:00.

(If you absolutely cannot come according to this schedule, please e-mail Dr. Kristina Boerger ASAP at boerger@augsburg.edu for an accommodation.)

How long do they take?

Between 20 and 25 minutes:

• 10-15 minutes to complete an intake sheet in the hallway.
• 10 minutes to visit and sing in the classroom with vocal faculty.

Do I need to prepare anything for my audition?

We would love to hear you sing one verse of a song in any style that you feel shows your vocal talents. But if you don’t have a song, don’t let that stop you!

How do I sign up for and complete my audition?

• Any time after 5:00 on Friday, August 25, stop by room M3 in Anderson Music Hall and sign up for your singing time on the sheets posted outside the classroom.

• On your appointment day, arrive 15 minutes ahead of your singing time. Grab an intake sheet, fill it out, and wait to be called in for your hearing.

• When you are invited in to sing, bring your completed intake sheet with you.

How do I get started with choir class?

• Look for an e-mail with your placement result, to be sent out by noon on 9/4.
• On receiving that e-mail, register for the class in which you have been placed.
• Report for your class according to its published schedule, beginning after Labor Day.

WE’RE EXCITED TO HEAR YOU!

MNUDL Office Seeks Conference Table

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

The Minnesota Urban Debate League is seeking a conference table for our office in Anderson Residence Hall 23 (basement). If you happen to be getting rid of a conference table and chairs, we would be very happy to take it off your hands. Thanks for your help on this! If you are able to help us out, please email me back at froehlic@augsburg.edu.

Pan-Asian Student Services Movie Night

submitted by vangpa@augsburg.edu

Kick off the first week of classes by joining PASS for a movie night!  We will be showing Xai & Luna Blood Bond 2  a Hmong romantic comedy that will have you laughing and crying.  This film is produced from a local artist who will be joining us for a Q&A session after the showing.  The event is free and open to the public, you must register due to limited seating. 

Wednesday, August 30th. 7pm-10pm
Sateren Auditorium, free parking in lot L
Door prizes after the movie!
Meet the producers and Q&A session

Register for seating with the link below

“We Are Riverside” Cultural Workshops at Brian Coyle Center: Somali, Oromo, and Native American

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

“We Are Riverside” Cultural Immersion Workshops at Brian Coyle Center: Somali, Oromo and Native American

Join Pillsbury United Communities at the Brian Coyle Center for their “We Are Riverside” series of cultural immersion workshops planned in partnership with neighborhood organizations and businesses. These events uplift the cultures of Cedar-Riverside to build bridges of understanding across our community.

Workshops are four hours on Saturday afternoons leading up to the Cedar-Riverside Multicultural Dinner on Thursday, September 21st–mark your calendars, this is a much-loved community gathering with great food from restaurants across the neighborhood, performances from different cultural groups, translators to help neighbors connect across language barriers and a bunch of other fun stuff!

You can register for the workshops using the links below. There is a suggested donation of $25 dollars, but you do not have to pay to register or attend–all are welcome!

Saturday, 9 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Somali Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-somali-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-695413058177?aff=odcleoeventsincollection

Saturday, 16 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Oromo Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-oromo-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-695501372327?aff=odcleoeventsincollection

Saturday, 23 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Native American Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-native-american-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-696101306747?aff=odcleoeventsincollection

Urgent – Help Our Neighbors – the East Phillips Neighborhood Institute

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

URGENT! Help our neighbors, the East Phillips Neighborhood Institute!

A historic environmental justice opportunity is unfolding in Minneapolis. The East Phillips Neighborhood Institute is preparing to buy the Roof Depot building and construct a cooperatively-run community hub centered around an indoor urban farm and affordable housing.

But EPNI is far from the finish line and in a critical phase of crowdfunding. Though we are pursuing grants and other long-term funding, we have immediate costs this fall that can’t wait. If you can help EPNI raise $50k by this Friday, August 25th, we’ll receive a crucial $10k matching donation, further increasing the impact of your donation.

We’re at just under $30K of our $50k goal, and we have five days left to get there!
Update: They’ve raised just about $12,000 since Monday, bringing their total to $40,964. They’ve got until Friday to raise an additional ten thousand!

To learn more about the East Phillips Neighborhood Institute, go to their website: https://www.epnifarm.org/

Follow the link below to contribute funds–if you’ve got a spare $5 or $500 bucks hanging around!–everything helps!
https://actionnetwork.org/fundraising/urbanfarm?link_id=2&can_id=a2194ce58d0a86fd76680caf189d27ab&source=email-help-east-phillips-urban-farm-raise-50k-by-825&email_referrer=email_2022148&email_subject=5-days-to-raise-20k

“Let Freedom Ring: The 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington” – August 28, 2023

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Experience beloved community and honor the enduring legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs & Freedom!

Join us Monday, August 28, 2023 for a commemorative procession and concert curated by G. Phillip Shoultz, III, associate artistic director of VocalEssence. Dynamic artists will activate memories of the Civil Rights era, inspiring each of us to stand in solidarity as we renew our commitment to do the work required to secure liberty and justice for all! Featuring Jovonta Patton, Joe Davis & The Poetic Diaspora, Threads Dance Project, and members of the Twin Cities Choral Consortium.

Schedule of Events:
5:30 PM Commemorative procession down Northrop Mall ending at the steps of Northrop. Remarks will be given from the steps of Northrop.

6:00 PM Seating for concert, explore local resource tables

6:30 PM “Let Freedom Ring” concert

Reservations will be available starting July 17
The concert is free and open to the public. Reservations are required.

You can find out more and reserve tickets online here: https://cla.umn.edu/news-events/events/let-freedom-ring

New Staff Position: Seasonal Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

Summary of Position: Assists the Head Coach with the organization and administration of all aspects of the sport program, including coaching and training, student-athlete retention, advising, mentoring and recruiting prospective student-athletes.

Primary Responsibilities

– Instruct student-athletes on physical health, team concepts, safety, and sport-specific skills on both an individual and team basis
– Identify and recruit talented and qualified prospective student-athletes according to the program recruiting plan.
– Teach, advise and mentor student-athletes on life-skills.
– Create sport-specific practice and game/meet plans, analyze film and facilitate team meetings.

Additional Responsibilities

– Assist with monitoring and supporting academic progress of student-athletes/teams to exceed athletic department standards
– Assist with maintaining acceptable student-athlete retention rates to the team and/or institution
– Assist with budget management, fundraising, travel planning and program organization
– Assist with Alumni/parent communication and involvement, including organizing events as appropriate
– Assist with organizing and participating in team community-service event(s)
– Assist with camps and clinics
– All other duties as apparent or assigned by supervisor(s).

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New Student Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

08/22/2023: Theater Costume Shop Student Artist, Academic Year 2023-24
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999925963139-theater-costume-shop-student-artist-academic-year-2023-24
08/22/2023: Theater Scene Shop Student Technician, Academic Year 2023-24
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999925964198-theater-scene-shop-student-technician

Search Augsburg Job Postings

ShareShop (Free Store) Open TODAY 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.

submitted by mcdaniem@augsburg.edu

Love free stuff? Are you decking out your residence hall or need a fan? Come to the ShareShop!

ShareShop opens for fall semester today, Thursday August 24th! We’ll be there from 12-3pm and then again on Tuesday August 29th from 1-3pm. Regular fall hours start the week of the 4th: Mondays 3-5:30pm, Wednesdays 10am-12:30pm and Thursdays 3-5:30pm.

We’re located in Science Hall 8b. You can find free, gently-used furniture, clothes, room decor, kitchen equipment, school supplies, FANS!!, and more. Our Pop-up includes professional attire and is open in the Strommen Center from 9am to 3pm Monday through Friday. Campus Kitchen provides us with some snacks and you can go visit them at the Campus Cupboard (foodshelf) in the basement of Anderson Residence Hall, Room 26.

Come by to browse. Record what you take. Help to divert waste. Live more sustainably. Follow us on Instagram for updates, events, and ways to get involved.

@sustainable_augsburgu

Back to School Workshops TODAY and Tomorrow

submitted by reederm@augsburg.edu

Kick off your new academic year this Wednesday and Thursday!

The Office of Faculty Development’s Center for Teaching and Learning is pleased to welcome faculty and staff to the 2023-24 year with our annual Back to School Workshop, this Wednesday, August 23 and Thursday, August 24, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm daily. This year’s program theme is “Cultivating Community, Belonging, and Excellence,” and offers a variety of salient topics for teaching and learning at Augsburg facilitated by experts from our own teaching community.

We ask community members to pre-register for the 2023 Back to School Workshop by this Tuesday at 4pm. Day-of and on-site registration are welcome as space allows. The full program is available on the registration form.

Back to School Workshop Pre-Registration

¡Ándale! Improve Your Spanish Skills This Fall

submitted by reinhard@augsburg.edu

Is it time to move your beginning Spanish-speaking skills to a higher level? Are you looking for another course to add into your schedule? The Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies department invites you to consider taking Spa 211 for the Fall semester. Continuing your Spanish study is a powerful way to enhance your resume and make you a more viable job candidate in a market that is looking for global competence and multilingual skills. Spa 211 is the last prerequisite course for a Spanish minor, but even if you’re not able to pursue a minor, adding another Spanish course or 2 to your transcript and resume will give you an advantage in a competitive hiring market.

SPA 211 is Intermediate Spanish, a 2nd yr. language course designed for continuing skills in speaking, listening, reading, writing, and exploring cultures of the Spanish-speaking world, and is intended for students who’ve completed Spanish 112 or the equivalent.

This fall Spa 211 meets MWF 12:30-1:40, on campus. Students, faculty and staff are invited to register. Please spread the word to your Augsburg friends! And if you have any questions, you’re welcome to contact me or Professor Michael Kidd.

Welcome Students on August 29 at 10:30 a.m. for Opening Convocation

submitted by gubrud@augsburg.edu

On Tuesday, August 29 at 10:30am, staff and faculty are invited to line up along both sides of 7 1/2 Street (between Anderson Music Hall and Murphy Square) and cheer/clap as incoming first-year and transfer students walk from the Quad to Si Melby during the Convocation Procession. Wear Auggie gear or academic regalia to welcome our newest students to campus.

Clapping tunnel participants will process into the Opening Convocation scheduled from 11am to 11:45am. Please join your fellow faculty and staff for this Auggie tradition!

Volunteer Opportunity for Students

submitted by hernan11@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg Students,
We hope this email finds you well and thriving in your academic journey. At Campus Kitchen, we believe in the power of community and giving back to those in need. As we continue our commitment to supporting families of low income, we’re excited to invite you to a volunteer opportunity that will make a real impact.
To confirm your participation please follow this [Link] or if you have any questions, please reply to this email or contact Marisa Benasutti at benasut@augsburg.edu. Your involvement can be the spark that ignites positive change. We look forward to seeing you there and working together to make a meaningful difference. Volunteers can also meet directly at the warehouse at 45 W 10th St, St. Paul, MN 55102.
This event presents an excellent chance for you to contribute your time and efforts to a cause that matters. By helping to pack boxes of fresh produce, you’ll be directly aiding families facing food insecurity that consist of mostly East African elders in cedar riverside, ensuring they have access to nutritious meals. It’s a chance to come together with fellow students, build connections, and make a positive difference in our community.

Warm regards,
Alex Hernandez (Campus Kitchen Student Leader)

[Link]

Multicultural Life Welcome Social on 9/1

submitted by gomezos@augsburg.edu

Hello Auggies!

Join Multicultural Life in our annual Welcome Social! We will be inside in Oyate Commons on Friday, September 1st at 3PM-5PM. Come meet and greet MLife staff over free food. If you are not able to stay, grab food on the go to class!

Make sure to RSVP through Auggie Life with the link below.

Where: Oyate Commons
When: Friday, September 1st
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

For any questions or concerns, contact mlife@augsburg.edu

If you need any disability-related accommodations to fully participate in this event, please contact university events at events@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1104. Please allow for sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.

Urgent – Help Our Neighbors – the East Phillips Neighborhood Institute

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

URGENT! Help our neighbors, the East Phillips Neighborhood Institute!

A historic environmental justice opportunity is unfolding in Minneapolis. The East Phillips Neighborhood Institute is preparing to buy the Roof Depot building and construct a cooperatively-run community hub centered around an indoor urban farm and affordable housing.

But EPNI is far from the finish line and in a critical phase of crowdfunding. Though we are pursuing grants and other long-term funding, we have immediate costs this fall that can’t wait. If you can help EPNI raise $50k by this Friday, August 25th, we’ll receive a crucial $10k matching donation, further increasing the impact of your donation.

We’re at just under $30K of our $50k goal, and we have five days left to get there!

To learn more about the East Phillips Neighborhood Institute, go to their website: https://www.epnifarm.org/

Follow the link below to contribute funds–if you’ve got a spare $5 or $500 bucks hanging around!–everything helps!
https://actionnetwork.org/fundraising/urbanfarm?link_id=2&can_id=a2194ce58d0a86fd76680caf189d27ab&source=email-help-east-phillips-urban-farm-raise-50k-by-825&email_referrer=email_2022148&email_subject=5-days-to-raise-20k

“We Are Riverside” Cultural Workshops at Brian Coyle Center: Somali, Oromo, and Native American

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

“We Are Riverside” Cultural Immersion Workshops at Brian Coyle Center: Somali, Oromo and Native American

Join Pillsbury United Communities at the Brian Coyle Center for their “We Are Riverside” series of cultural immersion workshops planned in partnership with neighborhood organizations and businesses. These events uplift the cultures of Cedar-Riverside to build bridges of understanding across our community.

Workshops are four hours on Saturday afternoons leading up to the Cedar-Riverside Multicultural Dinner on Thursday, September 21st–mark your calendars, this is a much-loved community gathering with great food from restaurants across the neighborhood, performances from different cultural groups, translators to help neighbors connect across language barriers and a bunch of other fun stuff!

You can register for the workshops using the links below. There is a suggested donation of $25 dollars, but you do not have to pay to register or attend–all are welcome!

Saturday, 9 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Somali Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-somali-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-695413058177?aff=odcleoeventsincollection

Saturday, 16 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Oromo Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-oromo-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-695501372327?aff=odcleoeventsincollection

Saturday, 23 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Native American Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-native-american-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-696101306747?aff=odcleoeventsincollection

“Let Freedom Ring: The 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington” – August 28, 2023

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

“Let Freedom Ring: The 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington,” August 28, 2023.

Experience beloved community and honor the enduring legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs & Freedom!

Join us Monday, August 28, 2023 for a commemorative procession and concert curated by G. Phillip Shoultz, III, associate artistic director of VocalEssence. Dynamic artists will activate memories of the Civil Rights era, inspiring each of us to stand in solidarity as we renew our commitment to do the work required to secure liberty and justice for all! Featuring Jovonta Patton, Joe Davis & The Poetic Diaspora, Threads Dance Project, and members of the Twin Cities Choral Consortium.

Schedule of Events:
5:30 PM Commemorative procession down Northrop Mall ending at the steps of Northrop. Remarks will be given from the steps of Northrop.

6:00 PM Seating for concert, explore local resource tables

6:30 PM “Let Freedom Ring” concert

Reservations will be available starting July 17
The concert is free and open to the public. Reservations are required.

You can find out more and reserve tickets online here: https://cla.umn.edu/news-events/events/let-freedom-ring

Support for Victims of Queer Hate Crime

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

TW// Mass Shooting, Queer Hate Crime, Mention of Death

On August 11th, a mass shooting occurred. This was a hate crime against the queer community. One person heartbreakingly lost their life, and six other people were wounded after one or more people opened fire. Nudieland is in the neighborhood of East Phillips, where the shooting occurred. It is a DIY venue that is an extremely pivotal space for Queer people, such as myself, in Southside. DIY venues like Nudieland are important for the Southside community, especially for those who are queer and marginalized. It is a space of support, community, creativity, and love. Again, this was targeted violence, not senseless as many news sources and MPD have claimed.

If you would like to learn more about this event, Reckon News has an article titled “Nudieland, a haven for queer and trans punks, shattered by hate-fueled mass shooting,” Otherwise please donate or share the Go Fund Me linked below to support the victims and those affected. We keep us safe <3 Support for victims of Nudieland shooting in Mpls

Say Farewell to Dom Bruno

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

Augsburg Event and Conference Coordinator, Dominic Bruno, has taken a new job position at the University of Minnesota; his last day at Augsburg is Monday, August 28.

Please stop by the University Events office, suite 203 in Christensen Center, on Monday, August 28, to wish Dom well and thank him for all his contributions to Augsburg. Dom has worked with many across campus in coordinating events and summer conferences, and will be greatly missed!

ShareShop (Free Store) Opens Thursday 8/24

submitted by mcdaniem@augsburg.edu

Love free stuff? Are you decking out your residence hall or need a fan? Come to the ShareShop!

ShareShop opens for fall semester this Thursday August 24th! We’ll be there from 12-3pm and then again on Tuesday August 29th from 1-3pm. Regular fall hours start the week of the 4th: Mondays 3-5:30pm, Wednesdays 10am-12:30pm and Thursdays 3-5:30pm.

We’re located in Science Hall 8b. You can find free, gently-used furniture, clothes, room decor, kitchen equipment, school supplies, FANS!!, and more. Our Pop-up includes professional attire and is open in the Strommen Center from 9am to 3pm Monday through Friday. Campus Kitchen provides us with some snacks and you can go visit them at the Campus Cupboard (foodshelf) in the basement of Anderson Residence Hall, Room 26.

Come by to browse. Record what you take. Help to divert waste. Live more sustainably. Follow us on Instagram for updates, events, and ways to get involved.

@sustainable_ausburgu

Back to School Workshops- Registration Open Now

submitted by reederm@augsburg.edu

Kick off your new academic year this Wednesday and Thursday!

The Office of Faculty Development’s Center for Teaching and Learning is pleased to welcome faculty and staff to the 2023-24 year with our annual Back-to-School Workshop, this Wednesday, August 23 and Thursday, August 24, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm daily. This year’s program theme is “Cultivating Community, Belonging, and Excellence,” and offers a variety of salient topics for teaching and learning at Augsburg facilitated by experts from our own teaching community.

We ask community members to pre-register for the 2023 Back-to-School Workshop by this Tuesday at 4pm. Day-of and on-site registration are welcome as space allows. The full program is available on the registration form.

Back-to-School Workshop Pre-Registration

“We Are Riverside” Cultural Workshops at Brian Coyle Center: Somali, Oromo, and Native American

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

“We Are Riverside” Cultural Immersion Workshops at Brian Coyle Center: Somali, Oromo and Native American

Join Pillsbury United Communities at the Brian Coyle Center for their “We Are Riverside” series of cultural immersion workshops planned in partnership with neighborhood organizations and businesses. These events uplift the cultures of Cedar-Riverside to build bridges of understanding across our community.

Workshops are four hours on Saturday afternoons leading up to the Cedar-Riverside Multicultural Dinner on Thursday, September 21st–mark your calendars, this is a much-loved community gathering with great food from restaurants across the neighborhood, performances from different cultural groups, translators to help neighbors connect across language barriers and a bunch of other fun stuff!

You can register for the workshops using the links below. There is a suggested donation of $25 dollars, but you do not have to pay to register or attend–all are welcome!

Saturday, 9 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Somali Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-somali-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-695413058177?aff=odcleoeventsincollection

Saturday, 16 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Oromo Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-oromo-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-695501372327?aff=odcleoeventsincollection

Saturday, 23 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Native American Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-native-american-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-696101306747?aff=odcleoeventsincollection

Urgent – Help Our Neighbors – the East Phillips Neighborhood Institute

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

URGENT! Help our neighbors, the East Phillips Neighborhood Institute!

A historic environmental justice opportunity is unfolding in Minneapolis. The East Phillips Neighborhood Institute is preparing to buy the Roof Depot building and construct a cooperatively-run community hub centered around an indoor urban farm and affordable housing.

But EPNI is far from the finish line and in a critical phase of crowdfunding. Though we are pursuing grants and other long-term funding, we have immediate costs this fall that can’t wait. If you can help EPNI raise $50k by this Friday, August 25th, we’ll receive a crucial $10k matching donation, further increasing the impact of your donation.

We’re at just under $30K of our $50k goal, and we have five days left to get there!

To learn more about the East Phillips Neighborhood Institute, go to their website: https://www.epnifarm.org/

Follow the link below to contribute funds–if you’ve got a spare $5 or $500 bucks hanging around!–everything helps!
https://actionnetwork.org/fundraising/urbanfarm?link_id=2&can_id=a2194ce58d0a86fd76680caf189d27ab&source=email-help-east-phillips-urban-farm-raise-50k-by-825&email_referrer=email_2022148&email_subject=5-days-to-raise-20k

Farewell to Dominic Bruno

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

Dominic Bruno, Augsburg event and conference coordinator, has taken a new job position at the University of Minnesota, and his last day at Augsburg is next Monday, August 28.

Dom has worked with many across campus in coordinating events and summer conferences on campus, and will be greatly missed! Please stop by the University Events office, suite 203 in Christensen Center, on Monday, August 28, to wish Dom well and thank him for his great work at Augsburg!

Campus Ministry Welcomes Pastoral Intern D.J. Chatelaine

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Campus Ministry welcomes D.J. Chatelaine as the pastoral intern for the upcoming year. D.J. (he/him) grew up in Owatonna, MN and graduated from Duke University in 2018. At Duke, D.J. majored in Religious Studies and Political Science with a History minor, and wrote his undergraduate thesis on The Beatles, Bob Dylan, and religious experience. D.J. returned to Southeastern Minnesota in 2018 and worked in children, youth, and family ministry at two different ELCA congregations for a total of five years, while beginning theological studies at Luther Seminary in September 2020. He lives in Faribault, MN with his wife, Carrie, their baby, Asha, dog (Suki), and cat (Dani Rojas). In his free time, D.J. enjoys traveling, being in nature, making music, running/biking/rowing, and cheering for a handful of sports teams (Liverpool, Duke, Twins, Cubs). D.J. believes that we are called together to support each other and find meaning in this thing called life, and that every person has a gift to give towards the flourishing of the whole world. He looks forward to accompanying the Augsburg community through Campus Ministry this year!

Campus Ministry Website

¡Ándale! Improve Your Spanish Skills This Fall

submitted by reinhard@augsburg.edu

Is it time to move your beginning Spanish-speaking skills to a higher level? Are you looking for another course to add into your schedule? The Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies department invites you to consider taking Spa 211 for the Fall semester. Continuing your Spanish study is a powerful way to enhance your resume and make you a more viable job candidate in a market that is looking for global competence and multilingual skills. Spa 211 is the last prerequisite course for a Spanish minor, but even if you’re not able to pursue a minor, adding another Spanish course or 2 to your transcript and resume will give you an advantage in a competitive hiring market.

SPA 211 is Intermediate Spanish, a 2nd yr. language course designed for continuing skills in speaking, listening, reading, writing, and exploring cultures of the Spanish-speaking world, and is intended for students who’ve completed Spanish 112 or the equivalent.

This fall Spa 211 meets MWF 12:30-1:40, on campus. Students, faculty and staff are invited to register. Please spread the word to your Augsburg friends! And if you have any questions, you’re welcome to contact me or Professor Michael Kidd.

Professor Michael Kidd

Tree Removal on 21st Ave S and 7th St TODAY

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

Davey Tree Service is scheduled to remove a dead tree located on 21st Ave S next to the Hagsfor roundabout next Monday, August 21st at 8:30am. Barricades will be installed to block off the street until the service is complete. There will be no parking past the Anderson crosswalk beginning Monday morning. If you have any questions or concerns, contact Facilities Management or the Department of Public Safety.

Web Editors Back-to-School Fall Clean Up

submitted by singhj@augsburg.edu

The beginning of the school year is a great time to look through stale content and delete it from your Augsburg website.
What is stale content?
Stale content is items that aren’t up to date. This can include pages, blog posts, old drafts, websites, documents, photos and more.
Why should I delete it?
Website speed and performance, risk, and site functionality.
What if I need that information at a later time?
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2023 Back-to-School Workshop Schedule Preview

submitted by reederm@augsburg.edu

The Office of Faculty Development’s Center for Teaching and Learning is pleased to welcome faculty and staff to the 2023-24 year with our annual Back to School Workshop, Wednesday, August 23 and Thursday, August 24, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm daily. This year’s program theme is “Cultivating Community, Belonging, and Excellence.” A variety of workshop topics and formats facilitated by our teaching community will provide time to inquire, collaborate, and connect. A preview schedule is now available below. We look forward to seeing you there!

Back-to-School Workshop Preview

Final Building Fire System Testing—Monday and Tuesday 8/21 and 8/22

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

On Monday and Tuesday our fires safety contractor will be finishing their building fire system checks. The building schedules are as follows:

Monday 8/21—Science 7 a.m.-10 a.m.
Tuesday 8/22–Hagfors 7 a.m.-11 a.m.
Tuesday 8/22–Memorial Hall 11 a.m-1 p.m.
Tuesday 8/22–Christiansen Center 1:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.

If you have any questions please feel free to email Jim Orchard at orchard@augsburg.edu.

New Student Positions This Week (4)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

08/13/2023: Art & Design Student Assistant, Academic Year 2023-24
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999924459623-art-design-student-assistant-academic-year-2023-24
08/13/2023: Athletics Women’s Equipment Cage Assistant, Academic Year 2023-24
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999924458933-athletics-women-s-equipment-cage-assistant-academic-year-2023-24
08/11/2023: Migizi Project Assistant, Academic Year 2023-24
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999924319064-migizi-project-assistant-academic-year-2023-24
08/11/2023: Digitization, Archives & Tech Assistant, Academic Year 2023-24
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999924319143-digitization-archives-tech-assistant-academic-year-2023-24

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Submit Your Application to Join the 2023-2024 Thó Wiŋ Magazine Board

submitted by haydenc@augsburg.edu

Do you like art of all different mediums? Do you believe art should be more accessible to the Augsburg community? Do you think getting art published should be accessible to anyone and everyone in the Augsburg community? If you agree, you’ll be a great addition to the Thó Wiŋ Magazine editorial board!

We are in the process of hiring an entirely new board for the 2023-2024 academic year! We are looking for Lead, Managing, and Assistant Editors, as well as an Art Director/Layout Editor. Training will be provided by our outgoing lead editors! Thó Wiŋ Magazine (previously Murphy Square Quarterly) has been around since the 1970s and we are so excited to be passing the torch to a new group Augsburg community members. These are stipend positions and a great way to dip your toe into the wonderful world of publishing!

There are a few open positions for anyone and everyone of any skill level or experience. We do especially encourage BIPOC, AAPI, queer, trans, non-binary, women, and/or underclassmen to apply.

If you have any questions, please reach out to our outgoing Co-Lead Editors Jack J [he/him/they] ( jack.jensen@alumni.Augsburg.edu) or Corey H [they/them] (haydenc@augsburg.edu)

Please find the application form here!

“We Are Riverside” Cultural Workshops at Brian Coyle Center: Somali, Oromo, and Native American

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

“We Are Riverside” Cultural Immersion Workshops at Brian Coyle Center: Somali, Oromo and Native American

Join Pillsbury United Communities at the Brian Coyle Center for their “We Are Riverside” series of cultural immersion workshops planned in partnership with neighborhood organizations and businesses. These events uplift the cultures of Cedar-Riverside to build bridges of understanding across our community.

Workshops are four hours on Saturday afternoons leading up to the Cedar-Riverside Multicultural Dinner on Thursday, September 21st–mark your calendars, this is a much-loved community gathering with great food from restaurants across the neighborhood, performances from different cultural groups, translators to help neighbors connect across language barriers and a bunch of other fun stuff!

You can register for the workshops using the links below. There is a suggested donation of $25 dollars, but you do not have to pay to register or attend–all are welcome!

Saturday, 9 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Somali Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-somali-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-695413058177?aff=odcleoeventsincollection

Saturday, 16 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Oromo Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-oromo-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-695501372327?aff=odcleoeventsincollection

Saturday, 23 September
We Are Cedar-Riverside: Native American Cultural Immersion Workshop
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-cedar-riverside-native-american-cultural-immersion-workshop-tickets-696101306747?aff=odcleoeventsincollection

Please email Jenean Gilmer with any questions at gilmerje@augsburg.edu.

Back to School Workshops—Registration Open Now

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

Kick off your new academic year this Wednesday and Thursday!

The Office of Faculty Development’s Center for Teaching and Learning is pleased to welcome faculty and staff to the 2023-24 year with our annual Back to School Workshop, this Wednesday, August 23 and Thursday, August 24, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm daily. This year’s program theme is “Cultivating Community, Belonging, and Excellence,” and offers a variety of salient topics for teaching and learning at Augsburg facilitated by experts from our own teaching community.

We ask community members to pre-register for the 2023 Back to School Workshop by this Tuesday at 4pm. Day-of and on-site registration are welcome as space allows. The full program is available on the registration form.

Back to School Workshop Pre-Registration

“Remarkable Recovery”: KARE-11 Profiles Augsburg Student-Athlete Henry Nelson

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Sophomore Henry Nelson and Augsburg cross country coach Nick Larson were featured last week on KARE-11 about Henry’s return to Augsburg and running after a serious car accident in the spring. Watch now:

“From fearing he’d never walk again to running cross country for Augsburg”

2023 Back-to-School Workshop Schedule Preview

submitted by reederm@augsburg.edu

The Office of Faculty Development’s Center for Teaching and Learning is pleased to welcome faculty and staff to the 2023-24 year with our annual Back to School Workshop, Wednesday, August 23 and Thursday, August 24, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm daily. This year’s program theme is “Cultivating Community, Belonging, and Excellence.” A variety of workshop topics and formats facilitated by our teaching community will provide time to inquire, collaborate, and connect. A preview schedule is now available below. We look forward to seeing you there!

Back-to-School Workshop Preview

Tree Removal on 21st Ave S and 7th St on Monday, August 21

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

Davey Tree Service is scheduled to remove a dead tree located on 21st Ave S next to the Hagsfor roundabout next Monday, August 21st at 8:30am. Barricades will be installed to block off the street until the service is complete. There will be no parking past the Anderson crosswalk beginning Monday morning. If you have any questions or concerns, contact Facilities Management or the Department of Public Safety.

2 iPhone SE Phones for Sale

submitted by lindn@augsburg.edu

(2) iPhone SE for sale

iPhone SE (2020) Red, 64GB, iOS 16.5.1, from Verizon, unlocked and ready for any carrier
Wiped, removed from Find My iPhone, and ready for a new owner
iPhone SE (2020) Black, 64GB, iOS 16.5.1, from Verizon, unlocked and ready for any carrier
Wiped, removed from Find My iPhone, and ready for a new owner

Bought new iPhones so are selling these two.

Asking $135 each, or best offer. Cash/Venmo preferred.

Nathan Lind
Information Technology
Augsburg University
lindn@augsburg.edu

Details and contact info

New Student Positions This Week (4)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

08/13/2023: Art & Design Student Assistant, Academic Year 2023-24
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999924459623-art-design-student-assistant-academic-year-2023-24
08/13/2023: Athletics Women’s Equipment Cage Assistant, Academic Year 2023-24
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999924458933-athletics-women-s-equipment-cage-assistant-academic-year-2023-24
08/11/2023: Migizi Project Assistant, Academic Year 2023-24
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999924319064-migizi-project-assistant-academic-year-2023-24
08/11/2023: Digitization, Archives & Tech Assistant, Academic Year 2023-24
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999924319143-digitization-archives-tech-assistant-academic-year-2023-24

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Vikings Pre-Season Tickets Saturday 8/19 vs Titans

submitted by isaacson@augsburg.edu

Due to back to college family travel I am selling two tickets to the Vikings pre-season game against the Tennesee Titans on Saturday, August 19th at 7 pm. Tickets are $25 each and located in the end zone on the main level. Section 119, Row 38, Seats 3 and 4.

Electronic delivery and payment options available.

Contact me by email at isaacson@augsburg.edu

2023 Back-to-School Workshop Schedule Preview

submitted by reederm@augsburg.edu

The Office of Faculty Development’s Center for Teaching and Learning is pleased to welcome faculty and staff to the 2023-24 year with our annual Back to School Workshop, Wednesday, August 23 and Thursday, August 24, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm daily. This year’s program theme is “Cultivating Community, Belonging, and Excellence.” A variety of workshop topics and formats facilitated by our teaching community will provide time to inquire, collaborate, and connect. A preview schedule is now available below. We look forward to seeing you there!

Back-to-School Workshop Preview

¡Ándale! Improve Your Spanish Sklls This Fall

submitted by reinhard@augsburg.edu

Is it time to move your beginning Spanish-speaking skills to a higher level? Are you looking for another course to add into your schedule? The Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies department invites you to consider taking Spa 211 for the Fall semester. Continuing your Spanish study is a powerful way to enhance your resume and make you a more viable job candidate in a market that is looking for global competence and multilingual skills. Spa 211 is the last prerequisite course for a Spanish minor, but even if you’re not able to pursue a minor, adding another Spanish course or 2 to your transcript and resume will give you an advantage in a competitive hiring market.

SPA 211 is Intermediate Spanish, a 2nd yr. language course designed for continuing skills in speaking, listening, reading, writing, and exploring cultures of the Spanish-speaking world, and is intended for students who’ve completed Spanish 112 or the equivalent.

This fall Spa 211 meets MWF 12:30-1:40, on campus. Students, faculty and staff are invited to register. Please spread the word to your Augsburg friends! And if you have any questions, you’re welcome to contact me or Professor Michael Kidd.

Professor Michael Kidd

New Student Positions This Week (4)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

08/13/2023: Art & Design Student Assistant, Academic Year 2023-24
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999924459623-art-design-student-assistant-academic-year-2023-24
08/13/2023: Athletics Women’s Equipment Cage Assistant, Academic Year 2023-24
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999924458933-athletics-women-s-equipment-cage-assistant-academic-year-2023-24
08/11/2023: Migizi Project Assistant, Academic Year 2023-24
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999924319064-migizi-project-assistant-academic-year-2023-24
08/11/2023: Digitization, Archives & Tech Assistant, Academic Year 2023-24
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999924319143-digitization-archives-tech-assistant-academic-year-2023-24

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