Author: johnsok@augsburg.edu

TRIO/Student Support Services Closed TODAY

submitted by rodrig@augsburg.edu

The TRIO/Student Support Services office will be closed on 3/17/25 and will re-open on 3/18/25.

New Student Positions This Week (3)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

Strommen Center: Virtual Over Spring Break

submitted by musto@augsburg.edu

The Strommen Center will be open for virtual appointments only over spring break. You can schedule to meet with us through Navigate and we’ll be back in person on March 24th. Have a great spring break!

New Staff Positions This Week (5)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

03/12/2025: Lead Public Safety Officer
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000047450390-lead-public-safety-officer
03/12/2025: Assistant Director of Public Safety
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000047433765-assistant-director-of-public-safety
03/12/2025: Development and Communications Associate, Minnesota Urban Debate League
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000047389011-development-and-communications-associate-minnesota-urban-debate-league
03/07/2025: Graduate Assistant Baseball Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000046689647-graduate-assistant-baseball-coach
03/06/2025: Assistive Technology and Accommodations Specialist
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/0ff76ce9-3853-48cc-9248-220a067431cc-assistive-technology-and-accommodations-specialist

Get Creative Work Published With Joe Davis – March 25

submitted by covalt@augsburg.edu

Thó Wiŋ Magazine will be hosting a publishing event on Tuesday, March 25th from 4-5pm in Hagfors 150B. Minneapolis-based poet Joe Davis will be leading a discussion on the publishing industry and what putting your art into the world looks like. Tea and brownies will be provided and attendees with have the opportunity to submit their work to Thó Wiŋ Magazine, as well as view what past issues of Augsburg’s official literary magazine have looked like.

If you are an author, poet, musician, or visual artist of any kind looking to get your work into the world, this event will contain valuable information on the processes of querying and publishing. We would love to see you all there! If you would like to attend, you can RSVP on Auggie Life: https://augsburg.campuslabs.com/engage/event/11153627

When: Tuesday, March 25th, 4-5pm
Where: Hagfors 150B

Augsburg Graduate Programs

New Staff Position: Lead Public Safety Officer

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

Summary of Position

The Lead Public Safety Officer is a uniformed officer position responsible for fostering and maintaining a safe learning and working environment for the Augsburg University community. This environment is attained through proactive patrol of the campus buildings and grounds and through positive interactions with the community served. This position assists with the supervision of officer staff, manages student patrols, and assists department leadership with creating, maintaining, and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

Available Shifts:

– 2nd Shift (Evening): 4:00PM- 12:30AM
– 3rd Shift (Overnight): 12:00AM-8:30AM

Primary Responsibilities

Patrol Duties

– Create and maintain a safe learning and working environment for members of the Augsburg community.
– Identify after-hours facilities issues and assist in the coordination of emergency maintenance response.
– Respond to emergency and non-emergency requests for assistance, including activating and coordinating police, fire, and emergency management response as needed.
– Provide required services to the Augsburg community, including walking or driving escorts, locking and unlocking of campus buildings according to class schedules and events, and providing information and assistance to the community as needed.
– Prepare complete and accurate incident reports for all security- and safety-related activities.

Oversight Duties

– Assist in officer training, including creating departmental standards, covering scenarios, and reviewing policies, among other duties.
– Assist the department leadership team in supervising officers on shift, including enforcing departmental policies and procedures and maintaining standards for officer staff.
– Assist the department leadership team with scheduling officer staff, creating policies and procedures, and maintaining departmental assets.
– Assist with on-site management of large events on campus, including creating post orders and assigning posts to officer and student staff.
– Assist with supervision of student employees to supplement officer duties.

On-Call Duties

– Be on-call every third week for staff in order to make decisions on actions to be taken by other officers, coordinate response with other departments, and respond to campus to handle emergency situations.

Additional Responsibilities

– Communicate and enforce campus policies and procedures as needed.
– Assist with and coordinate response efforts with the Department of Residence Life and Facilities Management.
– Review officer reports to ensure all information is included and accurate.
– Manage evidence locker and medical supplies.
– All other duties as apparent or assigned by supervisor(s).

Work Environment and Physical Demands

– Typical work environment is continually changing; including indoor and outdoor spaces for long periods of time in varying weather conditions.
– Sitting, standing, or walking for long periods of time.
– Ability to use a computer and other office equipment.
– Ability to drive a motor vehicle in order to patrol campus grounds and provide escorts.
– Ability to communicate in person and over the phone.

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Explore Graduate Programs at Augsburg

submitted by yangpe@augsburg.edu

Are you an Augsburg undergrad thinking about your next steps after graduation? The Augsburg Graduate Admissions team will be tabling at the Strommen Center to connect with students interested in pursuing a graduate degree right here at Augsburg!

Date: Tuesday, March 18th
Location: Strommen Center
⏰ Time: 11 AM – 2 PM

Stop by to learn more about our graduate programs, including:
Master of Arts in Leadership
Master of Business Administration
Master of Music Therapy
Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing
Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies
Master of Social Work
Master of Arts in Teaching/Education
Master of Arts in Nursing
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology
Doctor of Medical Science

This is a great opportunity to ask questions, explore programs, and start planning your graduate education journey. We look forward to seeing you there!

Uncovering Vocation Chapel Series

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

“Uncovering Vocation” is a series co-hosted by the Christensen Center for Vocation and Campus Ministry. Every second and fourth Tuesdays of the month we gather in the place and at this time to hear a member of our community share a part of their vocation story with us. Upcoming this spring:
March 25 – Rebecca John, Vice President
April 8 – Bob Groven, Professor of Communication Studies, Film, and New Media and Assistant Director of Faculty Development
April 22 – Leon Van Eck, Associate Professor of Biology

Library Hours During Spring Break

submitted by vanclev1@augsburg.edu

The library will be on break hours next week. This means Lindell will be:
– closed Saturday and Sunday (3/15-3/16)
– open 9am-5pm Monday-Friday (3/17-3/21)
– closed Saturday and Sunday (3/22-3/23)
– returning to regular hours Monday 3/24

Please check library.augsburg.edu/hours to stay up to date on when Lindell will be open or closed.

Library Hours Page

Action Alert: Contact Your Legislators to Save the State Grant Program

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Use this tool to contact your state legislators

Staff and Faculty – Save the Date – 36 Questions for Civic Love on April 16

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Join us on April 16th at the Mixed Blood Theater for dinner and the opportunity to spend time with someone you don’t know (or, if you’d really rather, someone you do). 36 Questions for Civic Love is a toolkit designed to connect strangers, and strengthen relationships between neighbors, comrades, and colleagues. We’re extending this invitation to community partners in our neighborhoods as well, giving you the opportunity to connect with people at places like the Brian Coyle Community Center, Afghan Cultural Society, Cedar Cultural Center, KFAI and more.

Please RSVP using the link below to help us plan for dinner and childcare. Please email Jenean Gilmer with any questions or concerns.

https://forms.gle/iP81oeA4i6hrQKfT9

Should You Switch? New GenEd Curriculum in Fall 2025

submitted by boylek@augsburg.edu

A new general education curriculum will be offered starting in fall 2025. The resources below are designed to help current undergraduate students consider whether switching their catalog year to the new degree requirements is a good option for them. Switching to the new degree requirements is optional.

Please contact Stacy Freiheit, General Education Director, with questions at freiheit@augsburg.edu.

Should You Switch GenEd Resources
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rYhdA1AAmnWrPtABZpLt0yu2lmdjcZOnimOWbPqVnm0/edit?usp=sharing

Spring Break Department Hours

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Curious about when departments are open during Spring Break? We’ve got you covered!

2025 Spring Break Department Hours

Explore Christian Community and Vocation: Apply for Christensen Scholars

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

The Christensen Scholars Program is a small group of ten academically accomplished students who share an interest in the theological and practical exploration of Christian community and vocation. The experience promises to be intellectual, communal, theological, dialogical, challenging, and practical.
Benefits
– Develop a deeper understanding of your own vocation in a caring community.
– Create a deeper sense of belonging among your peers.
– Learn new ways to live out your faith on a daily basis within the community.
– All-expenses-paid pilgrimage to Holden Village Retreat Center in the Cascade mountains.
– 4 upper division Religion credits (can be used toward your major or minor)

The application is due April 4.

If you have any questions about this program, contact Pastor John in the campus ministry office: schwehn@augsburg.edu

Christensen Scholars Application 2025-26

Order Girl Scout Cookies

submitted by hansonjl@augsburg.edu

Girl Scout Cookies can be picked up on campus! My daughter Eleanor, now a junior scout, asked me to share her cookie link. You can order for pickup, order to have them directly shipped to you, or use the link throughout the Cookie Sale to refill/stock-up.

Cookies are $6 a box. Cash or card accepted through the app and link.

To order now, use the link below. For campus pick-up, you can select “Have Girl Scout Eleanor deliver the cookies”. Please use your Augsburg email so we can follow-up.

Order Girl Scout Cookies

Boba Now Available at Nabo

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Thanks to Aladdin Dining Services, boba tea is now available at Nabo! Make sure to stop by to try your favorites—or even something new.

Days in May Call for Proposals

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

Please save the dates of May 14 & 15 for Augsburg’s Days in May professional development conference. This year’s program will begin with the Dr. Jennie Diaz Memorial Lecture, featuring renowned Education scholar and theorist, Dr. Gloria Ladson-Billings.

All faculty and staff are invited to share your expertise with our community by proposing a workshop session by April 11.

Call for session proposals

Pre-Health Students: Share Your Input

submitted by geverdl@augsburg.edu

Are you a pre-health student looking for career guidance, networking opportunities, or help with grad school applications? The Strommen Center wants to hear from you!

We’re planning events and resources tailored for pre-health students, and your input will help us create meaningful opportunities. Take the short survey linked to share what support you need!

The survey only takes a few minutes, and you can also opt in to receive updates on pre-health events and opportunities. Thank you for helping us better support you!

Pre-Health Student Survey

Daily Chapel: Flute Choir

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am for a special musical chapel service with the Augsburg flute choir directed by Trudi Anderson. Graduating seniors Victoria Battle, Gabby Bunay-Rojas, and Ames Karstens will each perform a flute solo.

Deadline Extended – Faculty Distinguished Contributions Award Nominations

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

We’ve extended the deadline for 2025 Faculty Distinguished Contribution Award nominations. The nomination forms will remain open until 11:59 pm March 25.

There are 7 award categories: Scholarship, Service to the University, Service to the Community, Innovations in Teaching, Teaching: Adjunct or Part-time, Teaching: Full-time 5+ years, and Teaching: Full-time 5 years or less. Any members of the Augsburg community can serve as nominators. Self-nominations are also welcome.

Please find full descriptions and nomination forms linked below. Honor a faculty member with your nomination!

Faculty Distinguished Contribution Awards

Baby Shark Contest – Prize Money

submitted by kastsech@augsburg.edu

Announcing the 1st annual Auggie Baby Shark Entrepreneur Contest!

Compete for $10,000 in prize money for your business or social enterprise idea.

The Augsburg Baby Shark Contest encourages students to explore entrepreneurial potential, seek out new opportunities, and use the skills & knowledge acquired to launch a new business. This annual event is organized by the School of Business and is open to all current Augsburg University undergraduate & graduate students. In order to be eligible, students must be registered in the semester of competition with a valid Augsburg University student ID.

COMPETITION DETAILS
● Individuals & teams consisting of one to 4 students
● All academic schools/disciplines are eligible
● Business Ventures for students focused on more traditional commercial opportunities. These can be business-to-consumer, business-to-business, technology-based ventures, & are typically for-profit models.
● Social Ventures for students whose ventures are primarily focused on solving significant social problems — such as poverty alleviation, social injustice, and environmental sustainability – using entrepreneurial methods in order to craft innovative solutions that are effective and scalable. These can be non-profit, for-profit, or a mixture of both (hybrid models).

Deadline: April 1
More details and how to enter:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1xSfxfQfiLGeEGrGvruharG4niesrIJLwc6YEfSqONug/edit

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1xSfxfQfiLGeEGrGvruharG4niesrIJLwc6YEfSqONug/edit

The Writing Center: Closed for Spring Break

submitted by greenfie@augsburg.edu

The Writing Center will be closed for Spring Break, but will open again on Monday, March 24.

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

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

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

Monday: 2:00-8:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 4:00-8:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 2:00-8:00 p.m.
Thursday: 4:00-8:00 p.m.
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 5:00-8:00 p.m.

Online (appointment needed): Sunday-Thursday 6-8 p.m.

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

Aquarium Expo – March 22 (Last Saturday of Spring Break) – Hagfors Center

submitted by capman@augsburg.edu

The Biology Department is hosting a large Aquarium Expo in collaboration with the Minnesota Aquarium Society

March 22, 2025 (last Saturday of spring break), 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Free and open to the public, including free parking

Hagfors Center first floor and biology labs, including:

– Large aquarium show – 100 – 200 tanks with a wide diversity of freshwater tropical fish and aquatic plants

– Speakers (including emeritus biology professor Bill Capman speaking on marine fish and invertebrate breeding methodology)

– Biology lab and greenhouse tours led by students

– Tours of Augsburg’s coral reef aquaria and marine fish and invertebrate breeding lab

– Live corals and other live critters under microscopes

– Vendors (aquarium related vendors as well as some wonderful artwork/paintings and bioactive vivariums/terrariums)

– Food truck

– and more

Link to Minnesota Aquarium Society Expo Page

25-26 Interfaith Scholars Applications – Due TODAY

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

The Interfaith Scholars program is a yearlong course and service learning opportunity taught by the Interfaith Institute’s Executive Director and Professor of Religion, Najeeba Syeed.

Interfaith Scholars will explore the religious diversity of the Augsburg student body, the wider Twin Cities community, and the United States by learning from guest speakers from religious communities, business professionals, and other leaders across various sectors. Students may also be engaged in community service learning, and participating in and attending events on behalf of the program. Participants will gain leadership skills by learning and practicing how to converse respectfully with others about what they believe, why it matters, and how it propels us to service in the world.

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

Applications for the 2025-26 student cohort are now open.
Applications are due on Friday, March 14 (End of Today!)

2025 Distinguished Alumni Nomination Form

New FAFSA Deadline

submitted by bjorkluw@augsburg.edu

The 2025-2026 FAFSA is available to complete online at http://www.studentaid.gov. If you have not yet completed your FAFSA for the upcoming academic year, please complete this as soon as possible to ensure funding availability.

The deadline to receive the MN State Grant is July 31st, 2025. Your FAFSA must be fully submitted by this date.

Student Financial Services is available to assist you with FAFSA completion appointments.

Faculty/Staff: Please help us in reminding students to complete their FAFSA ASAP!

File your FAFSA today!

No Package Delivery During Spring Break

submitted by longj@augsburg.edu

We will not have package deliveries during Spring Break. Shipping/Receiving will be open our regular hours (weekdays 10am to 3pm), but will not be delivering packages around campus. If you order supplies please come to Shipping/Receiving to pick up when you receive the email from us letting you know your package has come in. We do not have storage space for a large number of packages and can only keep items for two weeks. Please contact us if you need to make other arrangements, mailship@augsburg.edu. We will resume deliveries after Spring Break, 3/24/2025.

Central Services Hours during Spring Break

Copy Center: Weekdays 7:30am to 4pm

Mailroom: No public hours. Please stop into the Copy Center or email mailship@augsburg.edu if you have questions.

Shipping/Receiving: Weekdays 10am to 3pm, Limited package delivery during break.

Central Services

Nominate an Auggie for the 2025 Distinguished Alumni Awards

submitted by jonesma@augsburg.edu

Do you know of an outstanding Auggie? Now is the time to nominate Auggie alumni for the various 2025 Distinguished Alumni Awards! Nominations are open for the First Decade Award, the Distinguished Alumni Award, the Spirit of Augsburg Award, and the Distinguished Service Award. Awards will be presented at Homecoming in October 2025.

Meeting TODAY – Embodying Anti-Racism: A Space to Practice

Join us today, Thursday, March 13 to continue our explorations of embodying anti-racism. We’ll be meeting from 12-1 (feel free to bring your lunch!) in Lindell Library 301. In this session we will be getting into some practices to help us build connections and develop community commitments together, as well as reflecting on a poem and discussing potential actions that might come out of our practice. Please also feel free to invite others you think might be interested. This is part of the affinity group practice this semester.

When: March 13, 12pm-1pm
Where: Lindell Library 301

Deadline Extended – Faculty Distinguished Contributions Award Nominations

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

We’ve extended the deadline for 2025 Faculty Distinguished Contribution Award nominations. The nomination forms will remain open until 11:59 pm March 25.

Please find full descriptions and nomination forms linked below. Honor a faculty member with your nomination!

Faculty Distinguished Contribution Awards

Days in May Call for Proposals

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

All faculty and staff are invited to share your expertise with our community by proposing a workshop session by April 11.

Call for session proposals

Library Hours for Spring Break

submitted by vanclev1@augsburg.edu

Please check library.augsburg.edu/hours to stay up to date on when Lindell will be open or closed.

Library Hours Page

Boba Now Available at Nabo

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Thanks to Aladdin Dining Services, boba tea is now available at Nabo! Make sure to stop by to try your favorites—or even something new.

Chance to Win $20 – NSBE-Augsburg x UMN Tech Bowl

submitted by ahmeda15@augsburg.edu

NSBE-Augsburg x UMN Tech Bowl – Sign Up Now!

Join us for the NSBE Tech Bowl with UMN! Test your knowledge in a Family Feud-style trivia competition featuring general trivia and STEM-focused questions.
We need 5 participants from Augsburg to represent us – don’t miss this chance to show off your skills and receive a $20 gift card!

Where: UMN Campus *more info will be released closer to event date
Date: Monday, April 1st
Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Order Girl Scout Cookies

submitted by hansonjl@augsburg.edu

Cookies are $6 a box. Cash or card accepted through the app and link.

To order now, use the link below. For campus pick-up, you can select “Have Girl Scout Eleanor deliver the cookies”. Please use your Augsburg email so we can follow-up.

Order Girl Scout Cookies

Should You Switch? New GenEd Curriculum in Fall 2025

submitted by boylek@augsburg.edu

Please contact Stacy Freiheit, General Education Director, with questions at freiheit@augsburg.edu.

Should You Switch GenEd Resources
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rYhdA1AAmnWrPtABZpLt0yu2lmdjcZOnimOWbPqVnm0/edit?usp=sharing

Latin America Study Abroad Virtual Event – TODAY

submitted by hardaker@augsburg.edu

Auggies – are you interested in study abroad in LATIN AMERICA?

Join us for a virtual Town Hall to learn more about Augsburg’s study abroad programs in Mexico, and our Central America program that travels to BOTH Guatemala and Costa Rica!
Both Town Halls will feature our staff and instructors from the countries we visit, and who you would be spending your semester with. RSVP to join virtually on Thursday, March 13th.

MEXICO FALL SEMESTER PROGRAMS
with Fatima Mendoza
Thursday, March 13th at 12:00 p.m.

CENTRAL AMERICA SEMESTER PROGRAM
with Elisa Vanegas and Gabriela Maldonado
Thursday, March 13th at 1:00 p.m.

Why Choose an Augsburg CGEE program in Latin America?
*Earn Augsburg credits while studying abroad and fulfill graduation requirements!
*Learn from communities in which we visit, with professors from Mexico, Guatemala, Costa Rica, and other countries in Latin America!
*Get out of the classroom and enjoy hands-on learning and travel!

RSVP today for either or both Town Hall meetings to learn more.

RSVP for the Zoom Link Here

Limited Package Delivery During Spring Break

submitted by longj@augsburg.edu

We will have very limited package deliveries during Spring Break. Shipping/Receiving will be open our regular hours (weekdays 10am to 3pm), but may not be delivering packages around campus. If you order supplies please come to Shipping/Receiving to pick up when you receive the email from us letting you know your package has come in. We do not have storage space for a large number of packages and can only keep items for two weeks. Please contact us if you need to make other arrangements, mailship@augsburg.edu. We will resume deliveries after Spring Break, 3/24/2025.

Central Services Hours during Spring Break

Copy Center: Weekdays 7:30am to 4pm

Mailroom: No public hours. Please stop into the Copy Center or email mailship@augsburg.edu if you have questions.

Shipping/Receiving: Weekdays 10am to 3pm, Limited package delivery during break.

Central Services

Staff and Faculty – Save the Date – 36 Questions for Civic Love on April 16

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

You RSVP using the link below which will help us with planning for dinner and childcare. Please email Jenean Gilmer with any questions or concerns.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSePziK63eZFzKtoumAnql1AOi1YpIfRkqtG3LnPRn_EHyGkyA/viewform?usp=sharing

RSVP HERE!

Strommen Center: Virtual Over Spring Break

submitted by musto@augsburg.edu

New Staff Positions This Week (5)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

Noodle on It: Hungry for Memory – Pho Event

submitted by vangpa@augsburg.edu

Cooking is laboring for survival, love, and the future. In war times and peace, the food we make feeds the hungry, soothes the unsettled, and heals the wounded. Join us for the first event of our BE/COMING HOME series to make a bowl of Vietnamese chicken pho, as we make sense of hunger and famine–conditions of life that haunt generations of Southeast Asians impacted by the imperialist and civil wars in the 19th and 20th century—in the celebration of life 50 years after the first Southeast Asian refugee resettlement in the U.S. Presentation by Professor Ly Nguyen.

You must RSVP due to limited seating. We will have Chicken Pho “to go” packs from 11-12:30 at the food lab for those who are not able to attend due to limited spaces, only while supplies last. No rain checks, first come first serve.

Friday, March 14th
Chicken Pho cooking workshop 10:30AM-11AM
Eat/Discuss about Be/Coming Home 11:10AM-12:20PM
Location: Hagfors Center Food Lab room 108

Check out examples on the library’s Instagram!

TODAY: Make a Study Buddy at the Library

submitted by cronink@augsburg.edu

Drop in anytime between 10am-2pm for some arts and crafts. We’ll have a wet felting station for making your own felt friend (think pet rock, but softer!) to keep you company as you finish out your midterms and get ready for Spring Break. Takes 10-30 minutes.

New Student Position: Student: Campus Life AugSem Leader

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

As a result of being an AugSem Student Leader, students will:

– Develop empathic communication and skills as they listen to, engage with, and support first-year students
– Support first-year students’ development of skills related to communication, organization, time management, and studying
– Enhance their ability to advocate for others
– Improve skills connected to moderating and facilitating group engagement and activities
– Further expand their intercultural competency skills
– Develop collaborative skills as they work closely with their AugSem course professor
– Learn to manage responsibilities associated with a leadership position

Shifts are typically Monday-Friday evening hours, Saturday day and evening hours.

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Get Creative Work Published With Joe Davis – March 25

submitted by covalt@augsburg.edu

When: Tuesday, March 25th, 4-5pm
Where: Hagfors 150B

Apply for 25-26 Interfaith Scholars – Due TOMORROW

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

The Interfaith Scholars program is a yearlong course and service learning opportunity taught by the Interfaith Institute’s Executive Director and Professor of Religion, Najeeba Syeed.

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

Applications for the 2025-26 student cohort are now open.
Applications are due on Friday, March 14 (TOMORROW!)

https://augsburg.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3gayud3UI1r7sYC

Seeking Survey Participants

submitted by wurstera@augsburg.edu

Hello, my name is Ashley Wurster and I am currently a clinical psychology doctoral student at Augsburg University. I am conducting a research study about how episode patterns in schizophrenia may affect stigmatization levels among mental health practitioners and the general public in Minnesota, and I would like to include you in my research. The study will be completed exclusively online and consist of a survey about your demographics and your experiences with and attitudes on schizophrenia/severe mental illnesses. It should take about 10-15 minutes to complete. To thank you for your participation, there will be an option at the end of the survey to have a $2 bill mailed to you. If you are interested in participating, please use the link below to access the surveys. I appreciate you taking the time to consider participating in this important research.

Everyone Has a Heart

submitted by enricoc@augsburg.edu

Faculty and Staff – Join us Thursday, March 13th for a campus AED scavenger hunt. We will split into teams and go around campus buildings and find all of the AED’s. After we have gotten our heart rate up searching for all of the AED’s we will eat lunch together up in the cafeteria. The winning group will receive free lunch (:

We will meet outside the Christensen Center at 12pm. Please sign up using the google form provided so we have a general idea of amount of people to expect.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeR0WRkQ0ModIe6g2B9LXJ_dioxzWqfDE0HjGeiCUVcWwFskQ/viewform?usp=header

If you have a question or need an accommodation please contact Sarah Riveros; riveross@augsburg.edu or Colleen Enrico; enricoc@augsburg.edu

This event is sponsored by the Campus Collaboration and Community Affinity Group

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeR0WRkQ0ModIe6g2B9LXJ_dioxzWqfDE0HjGeiCUVcWwFskQ/viewform?usp=header

Cloud ERP Vendor Demonstration Feedback

submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu

The Cloud ERP project steering committee wants to hear your feedback on any demonstrations you saw this week for Jenzabar. Please use this anonymous survey to give your feedback:

https://go.augsburg.edu/clouderpfeedback

New Student Positions This Week (3)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

Submit your Nominations Here!

Should You Switch? New GenEd Curriculum in Fall 2025

submitted by boylek@augsburg.edu

Please contact Stacy Freiheit, General Education Director, with questions at freiheit@augsburg.edu.

Should You Switch GenEd Resources
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rYhdA1AAmnWrPtABZpLt0yu2lmdjcZOnimOWbPqVnm0/edit?usp=sharing

Nominate Students, Advisors, and Student Organizations for Awards

submitted by christe@augsburg.edu

Students, Staff, Faculty and Community Members are invited to nominate Augsburg Student Leaders, Student Organizations and Advisors for the 2025 Student Leadership Awards!

The Augsburg Leadership Awards are organized by Campus Life at the end of every spring semester to recognize outstanding student leaders and student organizations. Members of the Augsburg Senior Leadership Society are inducted, recent graduates of the Emerging Leaders Program are celebrated and recognized, and Day Student Government Members are honored.

Nominations close March 21st at 11:59 p.m.

This year’s ceremony will take place on April 27th, 5-7 p.m. in Foss Chapel.

The Awards Committee is looking forward to seeing all of your nominations!

Seeking Survey Participants

submitted by wurstera@augsburg.edu

https://augsburg.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3gayud3UI1r7sYC

ShareYour Story: Remembering the Vietnam War and Secret War in Laos

submitted by mouakao@augsburg.edu

Augsburg University will host an intergenerational community storytelling event to commemorate 50 years since the first resettlement of Southeast Asians in the U.S.

We are inviting individuals to share how the U.S. conflicts in Southeast Asia shape their memories and identities. We welcome the stories of people who were impacted by the Vietnam War or Secret War in Laos, individuals who resettled in the U.S. as refugees, and children and grandchildren of refugees and immigrants.

For more information: https://drive.google.com/file/d/18SVB_PIsd_FQMyMMVpP4CADcopnzh86V/view?usp=sharing

Questions: Kao Nou Moua, Social Work, mouakao@augsburg.edu

To register to share your story, click the link.

Storytellers for Remembering War: Story Making across Memory, Place, and Generations

Auggie Doggies Day TODAY

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

Hi there,

Don’t miss out on our fur babies. Come and stop by CWC to see them

When: Wednesday, March 12th
Time: 10:30am – 11:30am
Location: CWC Lobby

https://www.instagram.com/p/DGvYjJ2x74q/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Library Hours for Spring Break

submitted by vanclev1@augsburg.edu

Please check library.augsburg.edu/hours to stay up to date on when Lindell will be open or closed.

Library Hours Page

Cloud ERP Vendor Demonstration Feedback

submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu

The Cloud ERP project steering committee wants to hear your feedback on any demonstrations you saw this week for Jenzabar. Please use this anonymous survey to give your feedback:

https://go.augsburg.edu/clouderpfeedback

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1xSfxfQfiLGeEGrGvruharG4niesrIJLwc6YEfSqONug/edit

Baby Shark Contest – Prize Money

submitted by kastsech@augsburg.edu

Announcing the 1st annual Auggie Baby Shark Entrepreneur Contest!

Compete for $10,000 in prize money for your business or social enterprise idea.

Deadline: April 1
More details and how to enter:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1xSfxfQfiLGeEGrGvruharG4niesrIJLwc6YEfSqONug/edit

Apply for 25-26 Interfaith Scholars – Due Friday

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

The Interfaith Scholars program is a yearlong course and service learning opportunity taught by the Interfaith Institute’s Executive Director and Professor of Religion, Najeeba Syeed.

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

Applications for the 2025-26 student cohort are now open.
Applications are due on Friday, March 14.

Pre-Health Student Survey

Pre-Health Students: Share Your Input

submitted by omarhh7@augsburg.edu

Are you a pre-health student looking for career guidance, networking opportunities, or help with grad school applications? The Strommen Center wants to hear from you!

We’re planning events and resources tailored for pre-health students, and your input will help us create meaningful opportunities. Take the short survey linked to share what support you need!

The survey only takes a few minutes, and you can also opt in to receive updates on pre-health events and opportunities. Thank you for helping us better support you!

Daily Chapel: Cynthia Bailey Manns

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am to hear Cynthia Bailey Manns, Director of Adult Learning, St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, who will share stories from her Catholic tradition in the next installment of “Living Stories.” “Living Stories” is a series co-hosted by the Department of Religion and Philosophy, Augsburg Interfaith Institute, and Campus Ministry.

Deadline Extended – Faculty Distinguished Contributions Award Nominations

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

We’ve extended the deadline for 2025 Faculty Distinguished Contribution Award nominations. The nomination forms will remain open until 11:59 pm March 25.

Please find full descriptions and nomination forms linked below. Honor a faculty member with your nomination!

Faculty Distinguished Contribution Awards

Vendor Demonstrations for the Cloud ERP Project This Week

submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu

What is the Cloud ERP Project, you ask? Augsburg is moving to a new comprehensive cloud-based information system between 2025 and 2029. If you’re a student, faculty, or staff member, then this project will be changing how you interact with Augsburg online over the next few years—registering for classes, submitting grades, viewing payslips, and more.

Part of this process will be on campus visits from three vendors showing what their solutions offer. The majority of these sessions will be with key departments (Human Resources, Finance, Registrar, and Advising) and some sessions will be aimed at a more general audience.

Below are times for the second vendor demonstrations by Jenzabar aimed at a general audience. All are welcome to attend these sessions, though your role will determine which one is most relevant to you.

Wednesday, March 12, 2025
10:15 – 11:15 AM
Augsburg Room (2nd floor Christensen Center)
Topic: The Student Journey (demonstration of the mobile self-service tools available to students and parents)

11:15 – 12:30 AM
Augsburg Room (2nd floor Christensen Center)
Topic: Keeping Your Students on Track (advising tools and academic planning)

3:15 – 4:15 PM
Augsburg Room (2nd floor Christensen Center)
Topic: Student Life (housing, student activities)

New Staff Positions This Week (5)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

Call for session proposals

Boba Now Available at Nabo

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Thanks to Aladdin Dining Services, boba tea is now available at Nabo! Make sure to stop by to try your favorites—or even something new.

Days in May Call for Proposals

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

All faculty and staff are invited to share your expertise with our community by proposing a workshop session by April 11.

Get Creative Work Published With Joe Davis – March 25

submitted by covalt@augsburg.edu

When: Tuesday, March 25th, 4-5pm
Where: Hagfors 150B

New Student Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

03/07/2025: Student: Auggie Admissions Ambassador, Academic Year 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000046641525-student-auggie-admissions-ambassador-academic-year-2024-25
03/07/2025: Student: TRIO / SSS Summer Bridge Peer Mentor, Summer 2025
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000046618322-student-trio-sss-summer-bridge-peer-mentor-summer-2025

Staff Senate Brown Bag Lunch TODAY

submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu

Meet monthly for a casual staff lunch in The Commons to connect with old friends and meet new ones. Bring your own lunch or grab one from the cafeteria.

Staff senate hosts this causal monthly lunch on the second Tuesday starting March 11th at noon.

Vendor Demonstrations for the Cloud ERP Project This Week

submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu

Wednesday, March 12, 2025
10:15 – 11:15 AM
Augsburg Room (2nd floor Christensen Center)
Topic: The Student Journey (demonstration of the mobile self-service tools available to students and parents)

11:15 – 12:30 AM
Augsburg Room (2nd floor Christensen Center)
Topic: Keeping Your Students on Track (advising tools and academic planning)

3:15 – 4:15 PM
Augsburg Room (2nd floor Christensen Center)
Topic: Student Life (housing, student activities)

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeR0WRkQ0ModIe6g2B9LXJ_dioxzWqfDE0HjGeiCUVcWwFskQ/viewform?usp=header

Should You Switch? New GenEd Curriculum in Fall 2025

submitted by boylek@augsburg.edu

Please contact Stacy Freiheit, General Education Director, with questions at freiheit@augsburg.edu.

Should You Switch GenEd Resources
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rYhdA1AAmnWrPtABZpLt0yu2lmdjcZOnimOWbPqVnm0/edit?usp=sharing

Embodying Anti-Racism: A Space to Practice

Join us on Thursday, March 13 to continue our explorations of embodying anti-racism. We’ll be meeting from 12-1 (feel free to bring your lunch!) in Lindell Library 301. In this session we will be getting into some practices to help us build connections and develop community commitments together, as well as reflecting on a poem and discussing potential actions that might come out of our practice. Please also feel free to invite others you think might be interested. This is part of the affinity group practice this semester.

When: March 13, 12pm-1pm
Where: Lindell Library 301

Everyone Has a Heart

submitted by enricoc@augsburg.edu

We will meet outside the Christensen Center at 12pm. Please sign up using the google form provided so we have a general idea of amount of people to expect.

If you have a question or need an accommodation please contact Sarah Riveros; riveross@augsburg.edu or Colleen Enrico; enricoc@augsburg.edu

This event is sponsored by the Campus Collaboration and Community Affinity Group

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeR0WRkQ0ModIe6g2B9LXJ_dioxzWqfDE0HjGeiCUVcWwFskQ/viewform?usp=header

Auggies Nominated by the Upper Midwest Emmy Chapter – Student Production Awards

submitted by hansonjl@augsburg.edu

Nominations for the Crystal Pillar Awards are out and two Augsburg students films are nominated! Max Jacobson, Danielle Russell, and Braden Williams received the merit based nominations. Winners will be presented at the NATAS Annual Gala in April.

“So Far and Yet So Near” by Danielle Russell has been nominated for the Solo Storyteller award. The film is a short documentary about the experiences of international students studying abroad in the US, focusing particularly on the feelings of culture shock.

“Nodrophobia” directed by Braden Williams and staring Max Jacobson has been nominated for Long Form – Fiction. The film is a horror based on the fear of irrevocable actions and irreversible processes. Williams’ film can be seen on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xBvHGg6aurE

The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Upper Midwest Chapter host the Student Production Awards annually. The awards recognize the work of high school and college students in a five state region.

For More on the 2025 Student Production Awards

Apply for 25-26 Interfaith Scholars – Due Friday

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

The Interfaith Scholars program is a yearlong course and service learning opportunity taught by the Interfaith Institute’s Executive Director and Professor of Religion, Najeeba Syeed.

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

Applications for the 2025-26 student cohort are now open.
Applications are due on Friday, March 14.

Storytellers for Remembering War: Story Making across Memory, Place, and Generations

Daily Chapel: Sarah Erkkinen

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Join us on Tuesday, March 11th, from 11:30 am to 11:50 am in Hoversten Chapel for the next installment of our Uncovering Vocation series. Sarah Erkkinen, Vice President for Advancement, will reflect on her personal vocation journey. Come and hear more about Sarah and how we are called to live our lives for the sake of the world.

Share Your Story: SE Asian Refugee Resettlement

submitted by mouakao@augsburg.edu

Augsburg University will host an intergenerational community storytelling event to commemorate 50 years since the first resettlement of Southeast Asians in the U.S.

For more information: https://drive.google.com/file/d/18SVB_PIsd_FQMyMMVpP4CADcopnzh86V/view?usp=sharing

Questions: Kao Nou Moua, Social Work, mouakao@augsburg.edu

To register to share your story, click the link.

New Staff Positions This Week (9)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

New Student Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

Check out examples on the library’s Instagram!

Study Abroad in Latin America – Virtual Event

submitted by hardaker@augsburg.edu

Auggies – are you interested in study abroad in LATIN AMERICA?

MEXICO FALL SEMESTER PROGRAMS
with Fatima Mendoza
Thursday, March 13th at 12:00 p.m.

CENTRAL AMERICA SEMESTER PROGRAM
with Elisa Vanegas and Gabriela Maldonado
Thursday, March 13th at 1:00 p.m.

RSVP today for either or both Town Hall meetings to learn more.

RSVP Today

This Thursday, March 13: Create a Study Buddy at the Library

submitted by cronink@augsburg.edu

Drop in anytime between 10am-12pm for some arts and crafts. We’ll have a wet felting station for making your own felt friend (think pet rock, but softer!) to keep you company as you finish out your midterm and get ready for Spring Break. Takes 5-30 minutes.

Final Week for Girl Scout Cookies

submitted by ruckels@augsburg.edu

Last call for girl scout cookies! https://digitalcookie.girlscouts.org/scout/lola615292

You can order online and pick them up on campus. Inventory is limited to only a few varieties but Lola has lots of Caramel deLites/Samoas.

Lola’s cook site

Cynthia Bailey Mains in Chapel on March 12

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

“Living Stories” is a series co-hosted by the Department of Religion and Philosophy, Augsburg Interfaith Institute, and Campus Ministry. On March 12, join us in Hoversten Chapel to hear Cynthia Bailey Mains, Director of Adult Learning, St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, who will share stories from her Catholic tradition.

Get Girl Scout Cookies

submitted by hansonjl@augsburg.edu

Cookies are $6 a box. Cash or card accepted through the app and link.

To order now, use the link below. For campus pick-up, you can select “Have Girl Scout Eleanor deliver the cookies”. Please use your Augsburg email so we can follow-up.

Order Girl Scout Cookies

New FAFSA Deadline

submitted by bjorkluw@augsburg.edu

The deadline to receive the MN State Grant is July 31st, 2025. Your FAFSA must be fully submitted by this date.

Student Financial Services is available to assist you with FAFSA completion appointments.

Faculty/Staff: Please help us in reminding students to complete their FAFSA ASAP!

File your FAFSA today!

Event Rescheduled: Get Creative Work Published With Joe Davis

submitted by covalt@augsburg.edu

When: Tuesday, March 25th, 4-5pm
Where: Hagfors 150B

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1xSfxfQfiLGeEGrGvruharG4niesrIJLwc6YEfSqONug

First Annual Baby Shark Entrepreneur Contest – Prize Money

submitted by kastsech@augsburg.edu

Announcing the 1st annual Auggie Baby Shark Entrepreneur Contest!

Compete for $10,000 in prize money for your business or social enterprise idea.

Deadline: April 1
More details and how to enter:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1xSfxfQfiLGeEGrGvruharG4niesrIJLwc6YEfSqONug

TODAY: Faculty and Staff Q&A Panel with Augsburg Administration

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

All faculty and staff are invited to attend a Zoom session at 3 p.m. today, March 11, with Provost Paula O’Loughlin, Vice President of Equity and Inclusion Joanne Reeck, and Dean of Students Michael Grewe to ask questions about how Augsburg is negotiating the current external environment, including recent decisions at the federal and state levels.

Please contact provost@augsburg.edu with any questions.

Volunteers Needed

submitted by hagerman@augsburg.edu

Volunteers Needed!

Augsburg University’s Health Commons are health-focused drop-in centers and an important part of our community. We have seen substantial growth over the last year and we need more help! While we have several locations, the Central Health Commons (Central Lutheran Church, 333 South 12th Street, Minneapolis) is our busiest.

Last year the Diaper Bank of MN invited us to be Strategic Partners and we now receive 100,000 diapers annually, most of which are distributed at the Central location. Last year approximately 5,000 people visited the Central Health Commons, and this year we expect to increase that number considerably.

We are looking for volunteers to help us distribute diapers and hygiene kits, Mondays and Thursdays from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. (volunteers should arrive at 9:30 a.m. for a little orientation and to help set-up).

If you can find a couple of hours a week to help us out, we would appreciate it. Here is the link to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0949ACAE2EA1FDCE9-augsburg#/ (select the calendar view to show the current date)

There are three types of volunteer options on the sign-up sheet: 1. Augsburg Student (any major) or Volunteer, 2. RN/PA students who provide health care services, 3. Spanish speaking volunteers (about 70% of the people who visit us are Hispanic and we would love at least one Spanish Speaking volunteer on site each day we are open).

For more information contact Colleen Hagerman, Nursing Department Coordinator, hagerman@augsburg.edu.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0949ACAE2EA1FDCE9-augsburg#/

Baby Shark Contest – Compete for Prize Money

submitted by oflahert@augsburg.edu

Announcing the 1st annual 2025 Auggie Baby Shark Entrepreneur Contest! Students can compete for $10,000 in prize money for their business or social enterprise idea.

The Augsburg Baby Shark Contest encourages students to explore their entrepreneurial potential, seek out new opportunities, and use the skills & knowledge they have acquired to launch a new business. This annual event is organized by the School of Business and is open to all current Augsburg University undergraduate & graduate students. In order to be eligible, students must be registered in the semester of competition with a valid Augsburg University student ID.

Deadline: April 1
More details and how to enter:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1xSfxfQfiLGeEGrGvruharG4niesrIJLwc6YEfSqONug/edit

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1xSfxfQfiLGeEGrGvruharG4niesrIJLwc6YEfSqONug/edit

Pre-Health Students: Share Your Input

submitted by mendezm@augsburg.edu

Are you a pre-health student looking for career guidance, networking opportunities, or help with grad school applications? The Strommen Center wants to hear from you!

We’re planning events and resources tailored for pre-health students, and your input will help us create meaningful opportunities. Take the short survey linked to share what support you need!

The survey only takes a few minutes, and you can also opt in to receive updates on pre-health events and opportunities. Thank you for helping us better support you!

Pre-Health Student Survey

TODAY – Free Coffee and Tea at Lindell Library

submitted by cronink@augsburg.edu

Stop by Research Support Desk on the first floor of Lindell Library today to grab a coffee or tea and take a break from midterm stress. You got this! Beverages are available from 9am-3pm or until supplies run out.

Can’t make it to today’s event? On March 13th join the Library for Create a Study Buddy. Drop in anytime between 10am-12pm for some arts and crafts. We’ll have a wet felting station for making your own felt friend to keep you company as you finish up your exams and papers. Takes 5-30 minutes.

New Student Positions This Week (1)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

03/05/2025: Student: Auggie Admissions Ambassador, Academic Year 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000046641525-student-auggie-admissions-ambassador-academic-year-2024-25