Author: johnsok@augsburg.edu

submitted by wadem@augsburg.edu

Student Financial Services and the Registrar’s Office will be open over summer break! Please reach out or visit us with any questions or concerns

Hours: 10:00 – 4:00 Monday – Friday (closed on campus holidays)

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

We Need YOUR Help To Judge Upcoming East African Debate Tournaments!

The Minnesota Urban Debate League is a program of Augsburg University. We provide academic competitive debate programming to middle and high school students. We have an upcoming opportunity for folks who want to earn extra money while doing good for the community.

In our East African Debate program, middle and high school students from the East African community debate a topic that is central to their identity. This year, the topic is about international investment in East Africa. What are the benefits? What are the drawbacks? Students learn how to debate multiple angles of the issue. Please note that these debates are held fully in English, and no previous debate experience is required to judge.

We are seeking judges to volunteer in person on weeknights in schools across the Twin Cities, paid $55 per tournament. The final East African Debate tournaments will be held on Tuesday, May 23rd at Andersen United Community School. Please sign up on this date using this calendar to initiate the signup process!

https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/volunteer-opportunities/

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

05/10/2023: Public Safety Officer
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999906528703-public-safety-officer
05/09/2023: Lead Custodian
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999906222713-lead-custodian
05/08/2023: Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999905889058-assistant-women-s-basketball-coach

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

05/10/2023: Public Safety Officer
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999906528703-public-safety-officer
05/09/2023: Lead Custodian
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999906222713-lead-custodian
05/08/2023: Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999905889058-assistant-women-s-basketball-coach

Search Augsburg Job Postings

submitted by slater@augsburg.edu

Please submit any benefits and payroll change forms by 12:00pm Today, 5/12 to be processed for the Friday, 5/19 pay date. This includes stipends, and all change forms for benefits, FSA, HSA, retirement, direct deposit and tax withholding forms, for example.

Supervisors: Please approve timesheets by today at 4:30PM.

If you have any questions, please email payroll@augsburg.edu.
Thank you so much!
Your HR and Payroll Team

Human Resources Website

submitted by fredrikj@augsburg.edu

The student loaner laptop checkout (and renewal) form for Summer semester is now live. You may request a new laptop checkout for the Summer semester or renew your Spring laptop checkout through the Summer return due date of August 16th.

Questions? Please write us at:
laptopcheckout@augsburg.edu

Student Laptop Checkout Form – Summer

submitted by wadem@augsburg.edu

Student Financial Services and the Registrar’s Office will be open over summer break! Please reach out or visit us with any questions or concerns

Hours: 10:00 – 4:00 Monday – Friday (closed on campus holidays)

submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu

In the fall of 2022 Google moved from an unlimited storage model to a finite storage model for education customers. In the next week we are turning on storage limits for every person to ensure everyone will have space to use in Google Drive. Without having storage limits, one person could use up all the Google Drive space impacting everyone. No one needs to delete anything now. Everyone is set to a limit that does not impact their work or learning.

To learn how to check your space usage or see frequently asked questions visit the IT website. https://sites.augsburg.edu/it/services-we-provide/google-workspace-storage-limits/

Google Drive Storage Limits FAQ

submitted by huertag@augsburg.edu

Campus Kitchen has released a Student Food Access Report and a Neighborhood Access Report for the academic year of 2022-2023. Go check it out in the link below.

Campus Kitchen’s Report

submitted by huertag@augsburg.edu

Join us this upcoming Monday, May 15th at the Food Lab (Hagfors 108) for the Fried Chicken & Fried Rice Workshop! We will make the chicken and rice as a team. Bring a friend! All equipment and ingredients will be provided. All you have to do is RSVP here and show up.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfRvCwDsvNR4-rdOPMzLk0fpcTLlnmJmXFZsBEtMGmmIShCiw/viewform

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

05/10/2023: Public Safety Officer
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999906528703-public-safety-officer
05/09/2023: Lead Custodian
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999906222713-lead-custodian
05/08/2023: Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999905889058-assistant-women-s-basketball-coach
05/04/2023: Accounts Payable Specialist
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999905070723-accounts-payable-specialist
05/04/2023: Riverside Innovation Hub Facilitator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999905069103-riverside-innovation-hub-facilitator

Search Augsburg Job Postings

submitted by longj@augsburg.edu

As we near the end of another year please don’t forget to take care of your campus mailbox. This includes checking it for any mail, returning your lock and filing out the survey for what you would like us to do with your mail after this semester.

Two weeks after the spring semester ends (May 15, 2023) we will be closing all student campus boxes. Then in August before the fall semester starts we will reassign them (possible new numbers) to all students living on campus. Commuter students can then request to have a campus box if they would like one.

If you would like your mail forwarded or would like to keep your mailbox open for the summer, please either fill out this survey (https://forms.gle/jpUkovCEcqYBhsuBA) or send us an email (mailship@augsburg.edu) with any relevant information. There is also an option to be reassigned your current campus box number for the next semester if you will be returning in the fall.

We are only able to forward 1st Class USPS mail and packages. Other packages (UPS, FedEx, Amazon, etc.), magazines, non-profit mail and standard mail will not be forwarded. We can also only forward to USA addresses. The forwarding period for the Augsburg Mailroom is two months from when the request is submitted. Afterward any additional mail we receive will be returned to sender.

We request that you contact the people/business sending you mail and update your address with them. Enrolling in online/electronic bills or statements can also be a smart option. It is environmentally friendly, secure and will often save you time (and sometimes money). Asking us to forward your mail does not change your mailing address with the post office or the University, just the Mailroom.

End of the year Campus Box survey

submitted by singhj@augsburg.edu

Today (5/10/23) the web management team is hosting open office hours.
Having issues logging in to WordPress?
Forgot what that widget was called?
Curious how to become your department’s web editor?
All of these mysteries and more can be answered Today, 5/10/23 from 2pm ct- 3pm ct
If you miss it this time no worries, this will happen every second Wednesday of the month.

Click on today’s event to copy it to your calendar

submitted by slater@augsburg.edu

Please submit any benefits and payroll change forms by 12:00pm Friday 5/12 to be processed for the Friday, 5/19 pay date. This includes stipends, and all change forms for benefits, FSA, HSA, retirement, direct deposit and tax withholding forms.

Supervisors: Please approve timesheets by Friday.

If you have any questions, email payroll@augsburg.edu.
Thank you so much!
Your HR and Payroll Team

Human Resources Website

submitted by fredrikj@augsburg.edu

The student loaner laptop checkout (and renewal) form for Summer semester is now live. You may request a new laptop checkout for the Summer semester or renew your Spring laptop checkout through the Summer return due date of August 16th.

Questions? Please write us at:
laptopcheckout@augsburg.edu

Student Laptop Checkout Form – Summer

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

05/09/2023: Lead Custodian
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999906222713-lead-custodian
05/08/2023: Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999905889058-assistant-women-s-basketball-coach
05/05/2023: Public Safety Officer
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999906528703-public-safety-officer
05/04/2023: Accounts Payable Specialist
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999905070723-accounts-payable-specialist
05/04/2023: Riverside Innovation Hub Facilitator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999905069103-riverside-innovation-hub-facilitator

Search Augsburg Job Postings

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

Shifts available:

Night Lead Custodian — Thursday – Monday, 3:00 p.m.-11:30 p.m.

The Lead Custodian will provide direction and support for custodial workers. They will assist supervisors in training crew members. They will provide direction in the absence of the supervisors and assist the supervisors in finding and reporting projects that need to be completed.

Primary Responsibilities:

– Monitors the day shift sick call line and delegates work order assignments as needed.
– Meets with crew members at the start of the shift in order to answer questions, give out special assignments, and distribute work orders.
– Completes regular inspections of assigned areas.
– Provides custodial staff work direction throughout the shift as needed.
– Assists in the training of crew members in new procedures, chemicals, and equipment.
– Assists in the training and orientation of new crew members.
– Works on projects as assigned by supervisor.
– Fills in for absent workers.
– Performs light repair of custodial equipment.

Additional Responsibilities:

– Assist co-workers with supply and equipment needs and disburse the delivery to supply cage.
– Prepares reports on activities performed on weekends and when the supervisor is absent.
– Summer and school break apartment turn cleaning to include; window washing, carpet extraction, kivacing restrooms, and waxing floors.
– Biohazard cleanup.
– Assist with event cleanup.
– Snow shoveling for assigned entryway areas.
– Clean outside entryways, up to 15 feet from the door, and keep them free of debris, cigarette butts, etc.
– Tag equipment for major repairs and advise the manager or supervisor.
– All other duties as assigned by supervisor(s).

Work environment and physical demands:

– Frequent balancing, hearing, seeing, smelling, walking.
– Frequent standing, sitting, stooping, walking.
– Regular grasping, repetitive motions (twisting).
– Occasional balancing, climbing, kneeling, pulling, reaching, talking
– Occasional carrying up to 50 pounds and lifting up to 75 pounds.
– Occasional talking.
– Infrequent crawling, feeling, fingering, sitting.
– Exposure to irritating substances: cleaning chemicals.
– Exposure to long or irregular hours: may work nights and weekends.
– Exposure to dust, dirt, mold, dampness and odors.

View Job Posting

submitted by singhj@augsburg.edu

This Wednesday (5/10/23) the web management team is hosting open office hours.
Having issues logging in to WordPress?
Forgot what that widget was called?
Curious how to become your department’s web editor?
All of these mysteries and more can be answered Wednesday, 5/10/23 from 2pm ct- 3pm ct
If you miss it this time no worries, this will happen every second Wednesday of the month.

Click on the Wednesday event to copy it to your calendar

submitted by stepanek@augsburg.edu

Invoices, Expense Reports and Payment Authorization Forms:

Please submit invoices, expense reports, payment authorization forms, etc. for goods or services received on or before May 31, 2023 by Friday, June 9, 2023. All expenses need to have proper coding and approvals. Please email invoices to accountspayableaugsburg.edu or drop them off at the Business Office, Science Building Suite 148.

If you have not received an invoice from a vendor for goods or services received or delivered by May 31, please contact Carole Kampf (kampf@augsburg.edu X1260) by Friday, June 9, 2023.

Checks and Cash:

If you have checks and cash that need to be deposited for Fiscal year 2023, please bring to the Business Office, Science Building Suite 148 by Wednesday May 31, 2023. Our office is open Tuesday through Fridays 8:00am to 3:00pm.
Thank you for your prompt attention and cooperation!

submitted by wadem@augsburg.edu

Student Financial Services and the Registrar’s Office will be open over summer break! Please reach out or visit us with any questions or concerns
Hours: 10:00 – 4:00 Monday – Friday (closed on campus holidays)

submitted by reeck@augsburg.edu

REMINDER: All Augsburg faculty and staff are required to complete an annual anti-racism training. The final opportunity to attend this training is Thursday, May 11 at 8:30-11:30 a.m. To learn more about this training, visit:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/george-floyd-initiatives/anti-racism-training/

To register for this training, visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc4lKVD_9eJeAa2NgGCQyMNS5wwNZglhXpTCSpFdhpCVxAjrw/viewform

submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu

In the fall of 2022 Google moved from an unlimited storage model to a finite storage model for education customers. In the next week we are turning on storage limits for every person to ensure everyone will have space to use in Google Drive. Without having storage limits, one person could use up all the Google Drive space impacting everyone. No one needs to delete anything now. Everyone is set to a limit that does not impact their work or learning.

To learn how to check your space usage or see frequently asked questions visit the IT website. https://sites.augsburg.edu/it/services-we-provide/google-workspace-storage-limits/

Google Drive Storage Limits FAQ

submitted by huertag@augsburg.edu

Join us this upcoming Monday, May 15th at the Food Lab (Hagfors 108) for the Fried Chicken & Fried Rice Workshop! We will make the chicken and rice as a team. Bring a friend! All equipment and ingredients will be provided. All you have to do is RSVP here and show up.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfRvCwDsvNR4-rdOPMzLk0fpcTLlnmJmXFZsBEtMGmmIShCiw/viewform

submitted by huertag@augsburg.edu

Campus Cupboard is a pantry located on campus at Anderson 26. When coming to the pantry please bring your own grocery bag (since we are limited with ours) and check in. Checking in helps us provide free food for the cupboard. There are no limits on how many items you can take; everything is FREE. Our hours:

Monday 12-4 PM
Tuesday 2-6 PM
Wednesday 2-6 PM

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

05/08/2023: Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999905889058-assistant-women-s-basketball-coach
05/05/2023: Public Safety Officer
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999905317494-public-safety-officer
05/04/2023: Accounts Payable Specialist
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999905070723-accounts-payable-specialist
05/04/2023: Riverside Innovation Hub Facilitator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999905069103-riverside-innovation-hub-facilitator
05/02/2023: Lead Custodian
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999906222713-lead-custodian

Search Augsburg Job Postings

submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu

In the fall of 2022 Google moved from an unlimited storage model to a finite storage model for education customers. In the next week we are turning on storage limits for every person to ensure everyone will have space to use in Google Drive. Without having storage limits, one person could use up all the Google Drive space impacting everyone. No one needs to delete anything now. Everyone is set to a limit that does not impact their work or learning.

To learn how to check your space usage or see frequently asked questions visit the IT website. https://sites.augsburg.edu/it/services-we-provide/google-workspace-storage-limits/

Google Drive Storage Limits FAQ

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

05/05/2023: Public Safety Officer
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999905317494-public-safety-officer
05/04/2023: Accounts Payable Specialist
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999905070723-accounts-payable-specialist
05/04/2023: Riverside Innovation Hub Facilitator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999905069103-riverside-innovation-hub-facilitator
05/02/2023: Lead Custodian
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999904339598-lead-custodian

Search Augsburg Job Postings

submitted by fredrikj@augsburg.edu

The student loaner laptop checkout (and renewal) form for Summer semester is now live. You may request a new laptop checkout for the Summer semester or renew your Spring laptop checkout through the Summer return due date of August 16th.

Questions? Please write us at:
laptopcheckout@augsburg.edu

Student Laptop Checkout Form – Summer

submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu

In the fall of 2022 Google moved from an unlimited storage model to a finite storage model for education customers. In the next week we are turning on storage limits for every person to ensure everyone will have space to use in Google Drive. Without having storage limits, one person could use up all the Google Drive space impacting everyone. No one needs to delete anything now. Everyone is set to a limit that does not impact their work or learning.

To learn how to check your space usage or see frequently asked questions visit the IT website. https://sites.augsburg.edu/it/services-we-provide/google-workspace-storage-limits/

Google Drive Storage Limits FAQ

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

05/04/2023: Accounts Payable Specialist
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999905070723-accounts-payable-specialist
05/04/2023: Riverside Innovation Hub Facilitator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999905069103-riverside-innovation-hub-facilitator
05/02/2023: Lead Custodian
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999904339598-lead-custodian

Search Augsburg Job Postings

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

The Accounts Payable Specialist will provide excellent customer service to students, staff, faculty, and vendors through timely and accurate accounts payable processing and office support. This position requires the ability to manage large volumes of work in a fast-paced environment. This position entails processing vendor payments and related tax reporting, preparation and approval of general ledger entries, performing reconciliations and related analysis, and assisting in the annual financial audit.

Primary Responsibilities:

– Enter and process accounts payable on a daily basis.
– Entering service, contract, reimbursements, payment authorizations, student refunds, and invoices via multiple processes into accounts payable module for payment, matching purchase orders to invoices, verifying proper authorization and general ledger account coding, and uploading monthly journal entries.
– Ensure payments are completed weekly via multiple payment processes such as check and ACH payments.
– Maintain vendor profiles and recurring payment listing.
– Respond to vendor and staff inquiries and work with individuals to resolve payment and other questions.
– Research and investigate accounts payable issues.

Additional responsibilities:

– Perform monthly reconciliations, and prepare such tax forms such as 1099-Misc.
– Provide general office support to the Administrative Accounting Office.
– Create and upload monthly accounting journal entries
– Process weekly Student Credit Refunds via direct deposit and check
– Other duties assigned by supervisors.

Work environment and physical demands:

– Typical work environment is an office.
– Regular computer use.
– Sitting for long periods of time.
– Infrequent lifting of up to 10 lbs., grasping and reaching.

View Job Posting

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

Augsburg’s Riverside Innovation Hub (RIH) is committed to place-based vocational discernment in the public square for the common good. We partner with congregations who are working to develop and deepen relationships with their neighbors and neighborhoods. We convene learning communities of congregations and ministry leaders through large group learning events, cohort-based gatherings, and ongoing relationships. These efforts are aimed to support the context-specific ways congregations practice what they are learning in their own neighborhoods and in relationship with their neighbors. These collaborative efforts are sponsored by Augsburg University’s Christensen Center for Vocation and supported by Lilly Endowment, Inc.

The RIH Facilitator will work directly with several of our congregational partners in RIH by supporting two cohorts of up to four congregations each (up to 8 congregations in total.) The RIH Facilitator will support them on an individual basis, facilitate them as smaller cohorts of learning, and engage them with Augsburg-hosted learning events with all congregational partners. Additionally, the RIH Facilitator will develop practices and materials to support effective facilitation with congregations based on the work they do accompanying their congregations in the current iteration of the RIH Learning Community. They will collaborate with the RIH Lead Facilitator to integrate these practices and materials into their work with the learning communities, and contribute to the department’s “best practices” for transformational work with congregations. The ideal candidate will be a person who:

– Has experience effectively equipping, developing, and empowering groups or teams.
– Will be an innovative and reliable member of a team taking on complex and evolving work.
– Is not deterred by conflicts, roadblocks or the need to turn and pivot.
– Has a desire to see the church become more engaged in and shaped by its neighborhood.
– Has a hopeful realism about the state of church and its role in public life.
– Can think theologically and articulate theological beliefs in a way that is contextual.
– Can cultivate relationships and stick with them over the long haul.
– Has a commitment to the ministry of Christian congregations and a Lutheran theological understanding of vocation.
– Has a commitment to creating anti-racist culture and developing intercultural humility.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

– Support four congregations individually by developing relationships, putting in the time to learn about their neighborhood and congregation, and being attentive to the particularities of each congregation to best help accompany them through a learning process.
– Facilitate and coordinate a cohesive learning cohort among the four congregations, building trust, accountability, and mutual learning.
– Integrate components of the Riverside Innovation Hub’s larger two-year learning arc in contextually relevant ways for congregations in the cohort.
– Through hands-on facilitation with RIH congregations, develop best practices and materials to support RIH’s ongoing work of transformation with congregations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

– Typical work environment includes computer/desk work, facilitating in-person events, and meeting with individuals in person, over zoom and over the phone.
– The focus of this position is working directly with off campus partners and therefore many of the hours may be done remotely.
– Position will include occasional evening or weekend hours related to events.
– Regular computer use.

ADDITIONAL EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

– Organize and schedule regular gatherings with congregations.
– Contribute to and participate in staff trainings to engage the materials that shape the learning community.
– Collaborate with other RIH staff to steward the RIH learning community of congregations.
– Collaborate with other RIH staff to apply anti-racist practices to our work with congregations.
– Develop learning strategies relevant to each congregation towards desired learning outcomes.
– Other administrative tasks as determined by supervisor.

View Job Posting

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

05/02/2023: Lead Custodian
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999904339598-lead-custodian
04/27/2023: Public Safety Officer
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999903023273-public-safety-officer

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submitted by mcdaniem@augsburg.edu

Even though everyday is Earth Day, Earth Month 2023 is behind us, so I just want to thank all who made this past month such a profound set of experiences and who brought their necessary sustainability perspectives to our collective work. Please share your feedback on Earth Month 2023 events by filling out the survey linked below by TODAY, Friday May 5th.

Thank you to all of our partners at Augsburg University, in our neighborhood, and broader sustainability family for helping to support these events and for bringing your necessary sustainability perspective to our collective work: ESC, EAC, AISA, Sabo Center, Environmental Studies, Augsburg Local, Lindell Library, Pan-Afrikan Student Services, ALAS, CASUS, ISAIAH, Bonner Fellows, Laune Bread, Milkweed Books, Strive Bookstore, MPCA, Sisterhood Boutique, CWC, Rebecca’s Bakery, Dining Services, Adelphi University, Department of Social Work, Biology Department, MFA Program, Marketing/Communications, Augsburg Events team, Spanish & Cross Cultural Studies, Interfaith, Campus Ministry, UMN EJ Organizers, RLife, UMACS, and Campus Kitchen. A particular thank you to Erin Sharkey, Michael Kleber-Diggs, Jonathan Alarcón and Bonfire Poets for sharing your insights, art and wisdom with Earth Month attendees.

A very important thank you and shout out to the amazing team of sustainability leaders: Alyssa Parkhurst, Annabella Castillo, Elijah Abdullah, Malachi Owens, Maya Merritt, Mercy Zou Taithul, Summer Bordon, Wren Doyle, Yousra Tinsley, Zoe Barany, and the Environmental Action Committee. Their collective leadership, equity-mindedness, authentic teamwork, wisdom, and organizing power brought their Earth Month 2023 vision into reality. This month of events showcases many of their accomplishments from their work this past year and has moved environmental sustainability work forward in profound and meaningful ways. Thank you for your leadership, stewardship, and collective action.

Earth Month 2023 Reflections Survey

submitted by longj@augsburg.edu

As we near the end of another year please don’t forget to take care of your campus mailbox. This includes checking it for any mail, returning your lock and filing out the survey for what you would like us to do with your mail after this semester.

Two weeks after the spring semester ends (May 15, 2023) we will be closing all student campus boxes. Then in August before the fall semester starts we will reassign them (possible new numbers) to all students living on campus. Commuter students can then request to have a campus box if they would like one.

If you would like your mail forwarded or would like to keep your mailbox open for the summer, please either fill out this survey (https://forms.gle/jpUkovCEcqYBhsuBA) or send us an email (mailship@augsburg.edu) with any relevant information. There is also an option to be reassigned your current campus box number for the next semester if you will be returning in the fall.

We are only able to forward 1st Class USPS mail and packages. Other packages (UPS, FedEx, Amazon, etc.), magazines, non-profit mail and standard mail will not be forwarded. We can also only forward to USA addresses. The forwarding period for the Augsburg Mailroom is two months from when the request is submitted. Afterward any additional mail we receive will be returned to sender.

We request that you contact the people/business sending you mail and update your address with them. Enrolling in online/electronic bills or statements can also be a smart option. It is environmentally friendly, secure and will often save you time (and sometimes money). Asking us to forward your mail does not change your mailing address with the post office or the University, just the Mailroom.

End of the year Campus Box survey

submitted by longj@augsburg.edu

Starting May 8th, the Copy Center will switch to the Summer Hours and be open Monday through Friday 9am to 4pm. Shipping/Receiving will be open Monday through Friday 10am to 3pm. The Mailroom will be open Monday through Friday 10:30am to 12pm.

Central Service Hours and Locations

submitted by gubrud@augsburg.edu

The Office of the Provost received news of the passing of two former faculty members.

David Sydney Dahl, former faculty member of Business Administration, passed away on April 17, 2023. His full obituary is published here: https://m.startribune.com/obituaries/detail/0000456160/

Bettye Olson, former faculty member and a painter specializing in oil and watercolor, passed away at the age of 100 on April 16, 2023. Her full obituary appears here:
https://www.ohalloranmurphy.com/obituary/Bettye-Olson

Please join us in keeping Dave’s and Bettye’s family, friends and colleagues in your thoughts and prayers.

submitted by wadem@augsburg.edu

Student Financial Services and the Registrar’s Office will be open over summer break! Please reach out or visit us with any questions or concerns
Hours: 10:00 – 4:00 Monday – Friday (closed on campus holidays)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

05/02/2023: Lead Custodian
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999904339598-lead-custodian
04/27/2023: Public Safety Officer
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999903023273-public-safety-officer
04/26/2023: Food Justice Program Coordinator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999902481433-food-justice-program-coordinator
04/26/2023: Counselor, Center for Wellness and Counseling
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999902455464-counselor-center-for-wellness-and-counseling

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submitted by mcdaniem@augsburg.edu

Even though everyday is Earth Day, Earth Month 2023 is behind us, so I just want to thank all who made this past month such a profound set of experiences and who brought their necessary sustainability perspectives to our collective work. Please share your feedback on Earth Month 2023 events by filling out the survey linked below by Tuesday May 2nd.

Thank you to all of our partners at Augsburg University, in our neighborhood, and broader sustainability family for helping to support these events and for bringing your necessary sustainability perspective to our collective work: ESC, EAC, AISA, Sabo Center, Environmental Studies, Augsburg Local, Lindell Library, Pan-Afrikan Student Services, ALAS, CASUS, ISAIAH, Bonner Fellows, Laune Bread, Milkweed Books, Strive Bookstore, MPCA, Sisterhood Boutique, CWC, Rebecca’s Bakery, Dining Services, Adelphi University, Department of Social Work, Biology Department, MFA Program, Marketing/Communications, Augsburg Events team, Spanish & Cross Cultural Studies, Interfaith, Campus Ministry, UMN EJ Organizers, RLife, UMACS, and Campus Kitchen. A particular thank you to Erin Sharkey, Michael Kleber-Diggs, Jonathan Alarcón and Bonfire Poets for sharing your insights, art and wisdom with Earth Month attendees.

A very important thank you and shout out to the amazing team of sustainability leaders: Alyssa Parkhurst, Annabella Castillo, Elijah Abdullah, Malachi Owens, Maya Merritt, Mercy Zou Taithul, Summer Bordon, Wren Doyle, Yousra Tinsley, Zoe Barany, and the Environmental Action Committee. Their collective leadership, equity-mindedness, authentic teamwork, wisdom, and organizing power brought their Earth Month 2023 vision into reality. This month of events showcases many of their accomplishments from their work this past year and has moved environmental sustainability work forward in profound and meaningful ways. Thank you for your leadership, stewardship, and collective action.

Sincerely,
Monica McDaniel, Sustainability Officer

Earth Month 2023 Reflections Survey

submitted by longj@augsburg.edu

As we near the end of another year please don’t forget to take care of your campus mailbox. This includes checking it for any mail, returning your lock and filing out the survey for what you would like us to do with your mail after this semester.

Two weeks after the spring semester ends (May 15, 2023) we will be closing all student campus boxes. Then in August before the fall semester starts we will reassign them (possible new numbers) to all students living on campus. Commuter students can then request to have a campus box if they would like one.

If you would like your mail forwarded or would like to keep your mailbox open for the summer, please either fill out this survey (https://forms.gle/jpUkovCEcqYBhsuBA) or send us an email (mailship@augsburg.edu) with any relevant information. There is also an option to be reassigned your current campus box number for the next semester if you will be returning in the fall.

We are only able to forward 1st Class USPS mail and packages. Other packages (UPS, FedEx, Amazon, etc.), magazines, non-profit mail and standard mail will not be forwarded. We can also only forward to USA addresses. The forwarding period for the Augsburg Mailroom is two months from when the request is submitted. Afterward any additional mail we receive will be returned to sender.

We request that you contact the people/business sending you mail and update your address with them. Enrolling in online/electronic bills or statements can also be a smart option. It is environmentally friendly, secure and will often save you time (and sometimes money). Asking us to forward your mail does not change your mailing address with the post office or the University, just the Mailroom.

End of the year Campus Box survey

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

Are you looking for decorations to spruce up your graduation party or baby shower? Maybe you want to make a selfie wall for another event? I have some decorations to give away. They are made with craft paint and paper plates. They look similar to the ones on this website, except mine are painted with pastel paint: https://onelittleproject.com/paper-plate-flowers/

I made them for a fundraising breakfast event where we didn’t end up needing them. I have about 25 made already. I will give you the craft paint, paper plates, and brass fasteners needed to finish the job if you have a reason to put them to good use.

Interested? Please email froehlic@augsburg.edu. First one who can pick it up from me at Augsburg will be the first to get them.

submitted by stepanek@augsburg.edu

Invoices, Expense Reports and Payment Authorization Forms:

Please submit invoices, expense reports, payment authorization forms, etc. for goods or services received on or before May 31, 2023 by Friday, June 9, 2023. All expenses need to have proper coding and approvals. Please email invoices to accountspayableaugsburg.edu or drop them off at the Business Office, Science Building Suite 148.

If you have not received an invoice from a vendor for goods or services received or delivered by May 31, please contact Carole Kampf (kampf@augsburg.edu X1260) by Friday, June 9, 2023.

Checks and Cash:

If you have checks and cash that need to be deposited for Fiscal year 2023, please bring to the Business Office, Science Building Suite 148 by Wednesday May 31, 2023. Our office is open Tuesday through Fridays 8:00am to 3:00pm.
Thank you for your prompt attention and cooperation!

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

04/27/2023: Public Safety Officer
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999903023273-public-safety-officer
04/26/2023: Food Justice Program Coordinator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999902481433-food-justice-program-coordinator
04/26/2023: Counselor, Center for Wellness and Counseling
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999902455464-counselor-center-for-wellness-and-counseling
04/25/2023: Accounts Payable Specialist
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999902090433-accounts-payable-specialist

Search Augsburg Job Postings

submitted by longj@augsburg.edu

As we near the end of another year please don’t forget to take care of your campus mailbox. This includes checking it for any mail, returning your lock and filing out the survey for what you would like us to do with your mail after this semester.

Two weeks after the spring semester ends (May 15, 2023) we will be closing all student campus boxes. Then in August before the fall semester starts we will reassign them (possible new numbers) to all students living on campus. Commuter students can then request to have a campus box if they would like one.

If you would like your mail forwarded or would like to keep your mailbox open for the summer, please either fill out this survey (https://forms.gle/jpUkovCEcqYBhsuBA) or send us an email (mailship@augsburg.edu) with any relevant information. There is also an option to be reassigned your current campus box number for the next semester if you will be returning in the fall.

We are only able to forward 1st Class USPS mail and packages. Other packages (UPS, FedEx, Amazon, etc.), magazines, non-profit mail and standard mail will not be forwarded. We can also only forward to USA addresses. The forwarding period for the Augsburg Mailroom is two months from when the request is submitted. Afterward any additional mail we receive will be returned to sender.

We request that you contact the people/business sending you mail and update your address with them. Enrolling in online/electronic bills or statements can also be a smart option. It is environmentally friendly, secure and will often save you time (and sometimes money). Asking us to forward your mail does not change your mailing address with the post office or the University, just the Mailroom.

End of the year Campus Box survey

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

The Minnesota Debate & Advocacy Workshop (MDAW) is the Minnesota Urban Debate League’s Summer Speech & Debate Camp.

This year, we are offering 15 camps for middle and high school students. They are day camps hosted in-person at Augsburg University in Minneapolis and include:

• Policy Debate
• Lincoln Douglas
• Public Forum
• Speech (now with high school option!)
• Student Congress/Congressional Debate
• Basic Debate & Argumentation

We have Quick Start, 10 Day, and 15 Day sessions for several of these camps. Find information here: https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/summer-camps/

IMPORTANT: We don’t want finances to be a barrier to participation!

MDAW is committed to providing financial aid for students who apply during registration. There are two ways to get scholarships:

1) If the student has a C or higher average and is free and reduced lunch eligible, they can get up to $1,000 in camp tuition from the Office of Higher Education.

2) If the student is facing other financial difficulties, but doesn’t meet that criteria, they can still apply for financial aid and earn $$ to attend via MNUDL. Payment plans are also available.

Please feel free to reach out to us with any questions at mnudl@augsburg.edu

Learn more and sign up: https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/summer-camps/

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

¿Quiere marcar una diferencia y promover el uso del español para los jóvenes? El Minnesota Urban Debate League está buscando jueces para el debate en español!

El debate empodera a los jóvenes a ser líderes en sus comunidades por el debate competitivo.

Pagamos $55 por torneo para juzgar el debate en español con el MN Urban Debate League. No necesita experiencia en el debate – proveemos entrenamiento antes de cada torneo.

Buscamos jueces entre las 4:00 pm y las 6:30 pm el:

jueves, 4 de mayo (Augsburg University)
jueves, 11 de mayo (Augsburg University)

Haga clic aquí para inscribirse. https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/volunteer-opportunities/

Por favor, comparta este email con sus colegas, amigos, clientes, y comunidad. Si tiene alguna pregunta, puede mandar un correo electrónico a udlvolunteers@augsburg.edu.

¡Esperamos escuchar de usted pronto!

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

We Need YOUR Help To Judge Upcoming East African Debate Tournaments!

The Minnesota Urban Debate League is a program of Augsburg University. We provide academic competitive debate programming to middle and high school students. We have an upcoming opportunity for folks who want to earn extra money while doing good for the community.

The East African Debate season is coming soon! In this program, middle and high school students from the East African community debate a topic they choose that is central to their identity and life in the Twin Cities.

We are seeking judges to volunteer in person on weeknights in schools across the Twin Cities, paid $55 per tournament. The East African Debate tournaments will be held on Tuesday, May 9th and Tuesday, May 23rd. Please sign up on these dates to initiate the signup process!

https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/volunteer-opportunities/

submitted by laipa@augsburg.edu

Now that we’re heading into summer break, it’s time to read some books for fun! Your librarians are happy to help you find something to read. Fill out the form for personalized recommendations and then kick back and relax with a book or two.

Get Reading Recommendations

submitted by laipa@augsburg.edu

The Karst and Water Pollution exhibit from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency on display in Lindell Library will be packed up at the end of this week. Stop by for a visit before Friday afternoon to learn about the karst geography of southeastern Minnesota. Take a quick quiz on the exhibit and pick up puffy stickers as a prize!

submitted by wadem@augsburg.edu

Student Financial Services and the Registrar’s Office will be open over summer break! Please reach out or visit us with any questions or concerns
Hours: 10:00 – 4:00 Monday – Friday (closed on campus holidays)

submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg Community,

I write with deep appreciation, respect, and a heavy heart to share the news that Regent Emeritus Glen Person ’47 passed away on April 25 at the age of 98.

A WWII Navy veteran, Glen graduated from Augsburg with degrees in mathematics and business. In 1948 he started as a bookkeeper at Fidelity and Casualty Co., and left in 1968 as its bond manager. From 1969 until his retirement in 1989, he was an accounting manager and bond vice president at W.A. Lang Company. Glen married a fellow Auggie, Marilyn (Ekse) Person ’48, and together they raised two daughters.

Through philanthropy and service, Glen maintained an ongoing commitment to Augsburg and our students all during his lifetime. He served as a member of Augsburg’s Board of Regents from 1993–2005. He was an avid supporter of athletics, an active member of the A-club, and a member of the Claire Strommen Golf Tournament Committee. He was a significant contributor to the Pastor Dave Wold Press Box at Edor Nelson Field, the Jeroy Carlson A-Club Hospitality/Classroom, and the Dick “Pork Chop” Thompson Hospitality Room. Known for his priceless storytelling and a love of Augsburg that was second to none, Glen received the Distinguished Alumni Award in 2006.

You can learn more about Glen’s remarkable life in his obituary. A visitation will be held at 10 a.m. followed by a memorial service at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 3, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Eden Prairie. Please join me in gratitude for the life of this devoted and influential member of our community, and in holding his family and friends in prayer.

Peace,
Paul C. Pribbenow

Glen Person Obituary

submitted by huertag@augsburg.edu

Campus Cupboard:

Campus Cupboard is open all summer! Stop by Campus Cupboard (Anderson 26) for free groceries. Summer 2023 shopping hours are:

Mon: 12-4pm

Tue: 2-6pm

Wed: 2-6pm

Food Lab Programming:

Campus Kitchen hosts cooking workshops in The Food Lab (Hagfors 108) during the summer. Email campuskitchen@augsburg.edu and request to be added to The Food Lab email list to get updates about upcoming summer cooking workshops.

SNAP Benefits:

Many Augsburg students are eligible for SNAP benefits, free money from the government for groceries. You can apply for SNAP here: https://mnbenefits.mn.gov/. Not sure if you’re eligible? Complete this short survey to find out: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe9Hgg3kepdHR8oy_yUjrqnwNHMZy-GwXd0c9TBgG5msDu6vQ/viewform.

After you fill out the short survey, sign up for a 1:1 appointment with a Campus Kitchen staff member. During that appointment, Campus Kitchen staff will help you fill out your SNAP application. https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0/selfsched?sstoken=UU9tLW5ZdWdVM05GfGRlZmF1bHR8ZjA4MTA5MTYwMmFjYmM5ZjVjZTQxNTM3NDZmYjk2YmI

If you have any questions, check out the Augsburg’s SNAP FAQ, and please feel free to email campuskitchen@augsburg.edu with additional questions. https://sites.augsburg.edu/foodshelf/snap-faq/

***Follow Campus Kitchen on IG for more updates on summer food access and ways to get involved!*** @ck.augsburg

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

04/27/2023: Public Safety Officer
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999903023273-public-safety-officer
04/26/2023: Food Justice Program Coordinator
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999902481433-food-justice-program-coordinator
04/26/2023: Counselor, Center for Wellness and Counseling
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999902455464-counselor-center-for-wellness-and-counseling
04/25/2023: Accounts Payable Specialist
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999902090433-accounts-payable-specialist
04/24/2023: Managing Director, Augsburg Interfaith Institute
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999901757978-managing-director-augsburg-interfaith-institute

Search Augsburg Job Postings

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Inside Higher Ed has been following Augsburg’s direct admissions approach for several months. On National College Decision Day, read the latest on how Augsburg Applies to You is removing barriers and transforming the system of college admissions:

For Direct Admissions Pioneers, It’s a Good Year

submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu

The PRISM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Funded by the National Science Foundation, PRISM Scholars receive scholarships of up to $10,000 per student per year. Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:
– Enrolled at least half-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, biochemistry, chemistry, computer science, mathematics, or physics)
– Within 5 semesters of graduating with a STEM degree as of Fall 2023 (graduating by December ‘25)
– Major GPA of 2.75 or higher (scholars will be expected to raise their GPA to 3.0 during program participation)
– U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or admitted refugee
– Demonstrated financial need as determined by financial aid status (Pell or MN State grant eligible or equivalent)

Application deadline: Wednesday, May 17 at 11:59pm
Faculty reference deadline: Friday, May 26 (applicants should get permission from one faculty member to serve as their reference and name them in their application)

Students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply as well as students who began at Augsburg.

To apply, visit: https://admissions.augsburg.edu/register/PRISM2023
For more information, go to: http://www.augsburg.edu/stem/augstem.
Questions? Contact: stem@augsburg.edu.

Funding is provided through the National Science Foundation(NSF) S-STEM program which provides support for high-achieving STEM students with financial need. The collaborative award NSF#2030638: Partner Relationships to Increase STEM Momentum (PRISM) provides S-STEM scholarships to students at Augsburg University, Century College, Minneapolis College, and Normandale Community College.

submitted by bordons@augsburg.edu

As we draw Earth Month to a close, I just want to thank all who made this past month such a profound set of experiences and who brought their necessary sustainability perspectives to our collective work. Please share your feedback on Earth Month 2023 events by filling out the survey linked below by Tuesday May 2nd.

Thank you to all of our partners at Augsburg University, in our neighborhood, and broader sustainability family for helping to support these events and for bringing your necessary sustainability perspective to our collective work: ESC, EAC, AISA, Sabo Center, Environmental Studies, Augsburg Local, Lindell Library, Pan-Afrikan Student Services, ALAS, CASUS, ISAIAH, Bonner Fellows, Laune Bread, Milkweed Books, Strive Bookstore, MPCA, Sisterhood Boutique, CWC, Rebecca’s Bakery, Dining Services, Adelphi University, Department of Social Work, Biology Department, MFA Program, Marketing/Communications, Augsburg Events team, Spanish & Cross Cultural Studies, Interfaith, Campus Ministry, UMN EJ Organizers, RLife, UMACS, and Campus Kitchen. A particular thank you to Erin Sharkey, Michael Kleber-Diggs, Jonathan Alarcón and Bonfire Poets for sharing your insights, art and wisdom with Earth Month attendees.

A very important thank you and shout out to the amazing team of sustainability leaders: Alyssa Parkhurst, Annabella Castillo, Elijah Abdullah, Malachi Owens, Maya Merritt, Mercy Zou Taithul, Summer Bordon, Wren Doyle, Yousra Tinsley, Zoe Barany, and the Environmental Action Committee. Their collective leadership, equity-mindedness, authentic teamwork, wisdom, and organizing power brought their Earth Month 2023 vision into reality. This month of events showcases many of their accomplishments from their work this past year and has moved environmental sustainability work forward in profound and meaningful ways. Thank you for your leadership, stewardship, and collective action.

Sincerely,
Monica McDaniel, Sustainability Officer

Earth Month 2023 Reflections Survey

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

Title: Find Calm in Chaos: Radical Self-Care in Uncertain Times

Date: Tues., May 9th

Time: 1:30-3:00

Location: virtual

For a variety of reasons, employees across the globe are feeling deep levels of burnout and languishing that, for many, has led to “quiet quitting” or literal quitting. We know that these challenges are often experienced even more acutely by BIPOC and non-majority employees, who exist within systems of oppression and who are often called on to do the work of dismantling those systems in more emotionally laborious ways. Given the increasing complexity of our work, as well as the emotional toll of the last handful of years, many Augsburg employees have expressed desire for opportunity for connection, engagement, and time to prioritize professional and personal care. This session, provided with the support of President Pribbenow and the Health and Well-Being Task Force, offers space for employees to take time out of the demand for productivity to intentionally focus on the health and well-being of ourselves as individuals within the Augsburg community.

From Dr. Lewis:

This session is a gift of time and space to take a deep breath together in community. We explore practices of Radical Self-Care and being “awake” that help create space for wellness, and thereby interrupt the effects of toxic stress and trauma, especially related to the world pandemic and racial injustice. By the end, participants connect with themselves and others more deeply and practice healthy expressions of grief, pain, and joy. Strengthening our foundations around radical self-care can help us all show up for ourselves, our loved ones and our community.

Event Registration:

https://augsburg.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJclcOyqrTgqG9ZbIQNPgyQYiJCJqbKl2EKO

If you need any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please call the University Events Department at 612.330.1104 or email events@augsburg.edu in advance of your participation or visit.

submitted by laipa@augsburg.edu

Now that we’re heading into summer break, it’s time to read some books for fun! Your librarians are happy to help you find something to read. Fill out the form for personalized recommendations and then kick back and relax with a book or two.

Get Reading Recommendations

submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu

After a pandemic pause, the Faculty and Staff IT Survey returns at https://augsburg.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bQ5nS0fGWnJNlRA

Please take 10 minutes and fill out the anonymous survey before the end of June. Your feedback helps us know how we’re doing and will help us in our planning. We’ve been doing this survey since 2008 and we track our satisfaction ratings over time.

IT Survey 2023