Category: Event Announcements

submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu

In partnership with Strommen and AOSU, join us for an informational session about the Travelers EDGE program.

Date: Wed Nov 20th from 3:30-4:30pm
Location: Hagfors 150 B/C

Hear from current Scholars and Alumni on how they have benefited from the program and how it jumpstart their career.

Who are we recruiting?
– First year students
– Studying in accounting, communications, econ, finance, international business, management, math, MIS and marketing

What are the benefits to the program?
– Scholarship
– Career and professional development
– Internship and mentoring opportunities
– Community
– And more!

Learn more about Travelers EDGE

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 11:30 am for Carson Vincent’s senior chapel service. He will perform music and give a chapel talk.

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete an annual anti-racism training.

Please visit the following link for more information about this year’s training:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/anti-racism-training/

Click Here to Register

submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu

In partnership with Strommen and AOSU, join us for an informational session about the Travelers EDGE program.

Date: Wed Nov 20th from 3:30-4:30pm
Location: Hagfors 150 B/C

Hear from current Scholars and Alumni on how they have benefited from the program and how it jumpstart their career.

Who are we recruiting?
– First year students
– Studying in accounting, communications, econ, finance, international business, management, math, MIS and marketing

What are the benefits to the program?
– Scholarship
– Career and professional development
– Internship and mentoring opportunities
– Community
– And more!

Learn more about Travelers EDGE

submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu

The Staff Senate will host its first casual meet and greet on Wednesday, November 20th from 3:30 – 4:30pm in OCG 100. Come for the whole gathering or drop in as you can.

This will be the first date to gather and share staff experiences with the Senate. Light refreshments will be provided.

Fill out the RSVP Form (https://forms.gle/G5udjM8oCVcimWV56) to let us know if you will be able to join us on Wednesday, November 20th, other times that would be good for you to participate in staff senate events and gatherings, and to share any other questions or concerns you might have.

Save the date for some Wellness with Mel on Monday December 9th at 12:30pm. Mel will tour the Fitness Center and share how you can use equipment to destress.

To contact the Staff Senate, please send messages with praises, shout-outs, concerns, issues or observations to staffsenate@augsburg.edu.

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Start your week with Mindful Monday, 20 minutes of being, not doing, in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am. Mindful Monday is led by Tara Mader, Associate Professor of Health, Exercise Science, and Physical Education.

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete an annual anti-racism training.

Please visit the following link for more information about this year’s training:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/anti-racism-training/

Click Here to Register

submitted by kojimam@augsburg.edu

Join Campus Kitchen for a Food Lab workshop making Birria Tacos this Wednesday 11/20 at 4:30pm in Hagfors 108! Please RSVP via this google form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdSknCbye5v6ah_zxVNsywBZeo4m2MK50L42PbWnQjYW32sPQ/viewform

The purpose of Food Lab Workshop is to teach the Augsburg community how to cook a variety of dishes and build community through food. Everything from the ingredients (e.g. Oil and Seasonings) to cooking appliances are provided for students attending workshops. If you are interested in hosting a workshop, email campuskitchen@augsburg.edu.

submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu

The Staff Senate will host its first casual meet and greet on Wednesday, November 20th from 3:30 – 4:30pm in OCG 100. Come for the whole gathering or drop in as you can.

This will be the first date to gather and share staff experiences with the Senate. Light refreshments will be provided.

Fill out the RSVP Form (https://forms.gle/G5udjM8oCVcimWV56) to let us know if you will be able to join us on Wednesday, November 20th, other times that would be good for you to participate in staff senate events and gatherings, and to share any other questions or concerns you might have.

Save the date for some Wellness with Mel on Monday December 9th at 12:30pm. Mel will tour the Fitness Center and share how you can use equipment to destress.

To contact the Staff Senate, please send messages with praises, shout-outs, concerns, issues or observations to staffsenate@augsburg.edu.

submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu

In partnership with Strommen and AOSU, join us for an informational session about the Travelers EDGE program.

Date: Wed Nov 20th from 3:30-4:30pm
Location: Hagfors 150 B/C

Hear from current Scholars and Alumni on how they have benefited from the program and how it jumpstart their career.

Who are we recruiting?
– First year students
– Studying in accounting, communications, econ, finance, international business, management, math, MIS and marketing

What are the benefits to the program?
– Scholarship
– Career and professional development
– Internship and mentoring opportunities
– Community
– And more!

Learn more about Travelers EDGE

submitted by mcgillik@augsburg.edu

I am both sad and excited to announce that Lauren Radomski is leaving her position as Assistive Technology/Accommodations Specialist in the CLASS office. Please join us in Lindell 216 for a farewell open house on Tuesday, November 19 at 3:00. p.m. Lauren has contributed so much to Augsburg by coordinating our accommodated testing, helping students find technology to assist them in their work, and consulting with faculty to make their course materials accessible. We share her excitement about her new opportunity, but will truly miss Lauren and her caring and competent work with all of us.

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am to hear Pastor Babette Chatman, University Pastor and Director of Campus Ministry, preach. Student musicians: Danielle Roberson, vocal; Anthony Sabatine, saxophone; and Victoria Cheyne, xylophone.

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us at 11:30 am in Hoversten Chapel for Luke Owens’ senior chapel. Sam Ryden ’24 will join Brian De Young in providing music for the chapel service.

submitted by mcgillik@augsburg.edu

I am both sad and excited to announce that Lauren Radomski is leaving her position as Assistive Technology/Accommodations Specialist in the CLASS office. Please join us in Lindell 216 for a farewell open house on Tuesday, November 19 at 3:00. p.m. Lauren has contributed so much to Augsburg by coordinating our accommodated testing, helping students find technology to assist them in their work, and consulting with faculty to make their course materials accessible. We share her excitement about her new opportunity, but will truly miss Lauren and her caring and competent work with all of us.

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

All Augsburg community members are invited to get a flu shot from M Health Fairview staff on Thursday Nov 14th, 11am-3pm in the Christensen Student Center.

Free, No insurance necessary

Walk in any time 11am-3pm

Why Get The Flu Vaccine?
• Protect Yourself: Reduce the risk and severity of the flu
• Protect Others: Helps prevent spreading the flu, especially to vulnerable groups.
• Quick & Easy: Takes just a few minutes and lasts all flu season!

https://calendar.augsburg.edu/event/free-flu-shot-clinic-with-m-health-fairview/

submitted by vangpa@augsburg.edu

Join Hmong Women Together in celebrating the Hmong New Year this Saturday, November 16, from 4PM-9PM. The Hmong New Year will be in the Foss chapel, featuring two of the most popular current Hmong singers: Pagnia Xiong and Zhong Pha Xiong (ZPX). Dinner will be served and open to the public. Parking is available in lots L and D.

More info on Auggie Life

submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu

In partnership with Strommen and AOSU, join us for an informational session about the Travelers EDGE program.

Date: Wed Nov 20th from 3:30-4:30pm
Location: Hagfors 150 B/C

Hear from current Scholars and Alumni on how they have benefited from the program and how it jumpstart their career.

Who are we recruiting?
– First year students
– Studying in accounting, communications, econ, finance, international business, management, math, MIS and marketing

What are the benefits to the program?
– Scholarship
– Career and professional development
– Internship and mentoring opportunities
– Community
– And more!

Learn more about Travelers EDGE

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

All Augsburg community members are invited to get a flu shot from M Health Fairview staff on Thursday Nov 14th, 11am-3pm in the Christensen Student Center.

Free, No insurance necessary

Walk in any time 11am-3pm

Why Get The Flu Vaccine?
• Protect Yourself: Reduce the risk and severity of the flu
• Protect Others: Helps prevent spreading the flu, especially to vulnerable groups.
• Quick & Easy: Takes just a few minutes and lasts all flu season!

https://calendar.augsburg.edu/event/free-flu-shot-clinic-with-m-health-fairview/

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

Save the date and join us to create some beautiful flower vases for your room, desk, office, etc. There will be a lot of pretty beautiful flowers

Wednesday, November 13th
10:30am-11:30am

*Limited supply*

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

All faculty and staff are invited to the November Focused Conversation at 11:30 a.m. today. Join Vice President for Strategic Enrollment Management Robert Gould for a conversation about strategic enrollment planning towards the goal of 5,000 Auggies by 2030.

Wednesday, November 13, 2024
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Marshall Room or via Zoom

To view the Focused Conversation schedule and access the livestream link, visit the All Hands page.

All Hands | Inside Augsburg (login required)

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

Updates to the Augsburg University Retirement Plan beginning in November 2024

Attend a webinar to learn more about upcoming changes!
Thursday November 14, 12 noon – 1:00 p.m. https://event.on24.com/wcc/r/4759217/5547DCC960E44A8711A1D2FC36FD0127

Join us for an education session where you can learn about the upcoming changes to the Augsburg University retirement plan, along with actions you may want to consider. The session will be presented by Molly Phelps, TIAA Senior Director, Integrated Solutions, and will be recorded for those who cannot attend.

New features to help you plan and save for your retirement are coming soon. Important plan enhancements will begin in November 2024, and are intended to give you the investment options, services and tools that can help you plan for your retirement savings goals.

What Is Changing:
– New investment offerings
– Able to connect with advisors from NFP and TIAA
– Account number update
– Reduced fees

What’s Not Changing:
– Plan structure (contribution levels) remains the same
– Accounts will be managed by TIAA
– Account access remains the same

The enhancements do not require you to take any action at this time.

To schedule an appointment with a TIAA financial consultant, go to TIAA.org/schedulenow, or call 800-732-8353.

To schedule a retirement plan guidance session with an NFP advisor, email retirementinfo@nfp.com or call 800-959-0071.

You may download a copy of the transition communications at TIAA.org/Augsburg.

It’s our goal to keep you informed throughout the upcoming transition. If you have questions or need assistance, please reach out to the Human Resources office.

Register and Attend Webinar

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete an annual anti-racism training.

Please visit the following link for more information about this year’s training:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/anti-racism-training/

Click Here to Register

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

Open Enrollment, the annual period when benefits-eligible employees make their benefit choices for the coming year has begun.

All benefits-eligible employees are encouraged to attend open enrollment information sessions.

TODAY 11/13, 9:00 a.m. – General Open Enrollment Session, Virtual
TODAY 11/13, 10:00 a.m. – Kavira Information Session, Virtual
11/19, 1:00 p.m -3:00 p.m. Open Enrollment Help (Computer Lab), Sverdrup 202

Today – Learn About Convenient Care Anytime, Anywhere with Kavira!
Starting in 2025, Augsburg is pleased to introduce an additional benefit for our medical plan participants: primary and urgent care services through Kavira, at no extra cost. Kavira offers virtual and in-home visits, providing convenient access to care at little to no cost for those enrolled in our medical plans. Learn more at today’s 10:00 session.

Learn more at https://sites.augsburg.edu/hr/employees/benefits/open-enrollment/

Open Enrollment Information

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am to hear Rev. Jim Bear Jacobs share his story in the next installment of our “Living Stories” series co-sponsored by the Religion Department, Interfaith at Augsburg, and Campus Ministry. Born in St. Paul, he is a member of the Stockbridge-Munsee Mohican Nation, an American Indian tribe located in central Wisconsin. He has degrees in Pastoral Studies and Christian Theology and has served various churches as youth minister, adult Christian educator, and director of Men’s Ministries. Presently he is parish associate at Church of All Nations Presbyterian Church. He is a cultural facilitator in the Twin Cities and works to raise the public’s awareness of American Indian causes and injustices. He is founder/convener of “Healing Minnesota Stories,” an initiative dedicated to creating events of dialogue, education, and healing, particularly within faith communities. He is currently the Director of Racial Justice for the Minnesota Council of Churches.

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

The 45th annual Advent Vespers is just around the corner! Be a part of this wonderful event at the start of the Advent season. We will be in person again at Central Lutheran Church and need many volunteers.

Join the processional party by carrying a bell, candle, torch, or banner! There will be a dress rehearsal on Thursday, December 5th at 8:00 pm in addition to the Advent Vespers services on Friday, December 6th at 7:00 pm and Saturday, December 7th at 2 pm and 5 pm (with a hearty snack between the services). Please sign up today!

Contact Janice Dames at dames@augsburg.edu if you have any questions. Thank you.

Sign up here

submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu

The Staff Senate will host its first casual meet and greet on Wednesday, November 20th from 3:30 – 4:30pm in OCG 100. Come for the whole gathering or drop in as you can.

This will be the first date to gather and share staff experiences with the Senate. Light refreshments will be provided.

Fill out the RSVP Form (https://forms.gle/G5udjM8oCVcimWV56) to let us know if you will be able to join us on Wednesday, November 20th, other times that would be good for you to participate in staff senate events and gatherings, and to share any other questions or concerns you might have.

Save the date for some Wellness with Mel on Monday December 9th at 12:30pm. Mel will tour the Fitness Center and share how you can use equipment to destress.

To contact the Staff Senate, please send messages with praises, shout-outs, concerns, issues or observations to staffsenate@augsburg.edu.

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

A group for students who would like a brief mental health check-in, to get support from peers, and CWC counseling staff, and to connect with others in the Augsburg Community. Pizza will be provided. For more information, stop by CWC!

https://www.instagram.com/p/DBJady0RrQz/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

Save the date and join us to create some beautiful flower vases for your room, desk, office, etc. There will be a lot of pretty beautiful flowers 😉

Wednesday, November 13th
10:30am-11:30am

*Limited supply*

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

All faculty and staff are invited to the November Focused Conversation tomorrow, November 13. Join Vice President for Strategic Enrollment Management Robert Gould for a conversation about strategic enrollment planning towards the goal of 5,000 Auggies by 2030.

Wednesday, November 13, 2024
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Marshall Room or via Zoom

To view the Focused Conversation schedule and access the livestream link, visit the All Hands page.

All Hands | Inside Augsburg (login required)

submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu

The Staff Senate will host its first casual meet and greet on Wednesday, November 20th from 3:30 – 4:30pm in OCG 100. This will be the first date to gather and share staff experiences with the Senate.

Also, save the date for some wellness with Mel on Monday December 9th at 12:30pm. Mel will tour the Fitness Center and share how you can use equipment to destress.

To contact the Staff Senate, please send messages with praises, shout-outs, concerns, issues or observations to staffsenate@augsburg.edu.

submitted by palahniu@augsburg.edu

Staff Representatives from the Augsburg Staff Union will be in Christensen Center Lobby on Wednesday November 13th from 11am until 1pm. Please stop by our table, grab a button, and sign our petition in support of ongoing staff negotiations. You can also learn more about our OPEIU staff union and its support of our great staff! All are welcome. We hope to see you there.

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete an annual anti-racism training.

Please visit the following link for more information about this year’s training:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/anti-racism-training/

Click Here to Register

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 11:30 today to hear Cyndi Berg, Special Assistant to the President, share her story as part of our “Uncovering Vocation” series. Cyndi joined the staff of Augsburg University in 2017. Her role in the Office of the President provides frequent opportunities to connect and collaborate with multiple aspects of the Augsburg community including staff, faculty, students, Board of Regents and community partners.

Cyndi came to Augsburg from Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter where she served as the Assistant Director for Church Relations. Prior to her work in higher education, she served at the Saint Paul Area Synod of the ELCA as Office and Events Manager for nearly ten years. Cyndi has a B.S. in Business Management from Minnesota State University, Mankato and is a 2021 graduate of Augsburg’s Master of Arts in Leadership program – proud to be an Auggie.

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

On November 13, Rev. Jim Bear Jacobs will share his story in chapel at 10:40 am in our next installment of our “Living Stories” series co-sponsored by the Religion Department, Interfaith at Augsburg, and Campus Ministry. Born in St. Paul, he is a member of the Stockbridge-Munsee Mohican Nation, an American Indian tribe located in central Wisconsin. He has degrees in Pastoral Studies and Christian Theology and has served various churches as youth minister, adult Christian educator, and director of Men’s Ministries. Presently he is parish associate at Church of All Nations Presbyterian Church. He is a cultural facilitator in the Twin Cities and works to raise the public’s awareness of American Indian causes and injustices. He is founder/convener of “Healing Minnesota Stories,” an initiative dedicated to creating events of dialogue, education, and healing, particularly within faith communities. He is currently the Director of Racial Justice for the Minnesota Council of Churches.

submitted by commencement@augsburg.edu

Save the date for Augsburg’s 2025 commencement ceremony.

Date:
Friday, May 9, 2025

Location:
Minneapolis Convention Center
1301 Second Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55403

Tickets will be available in February 2025.

Commencement Website

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

Hiiii!

Please make sure to save the date as we introduce you to the Sound Healing sessions here at Augsburg. It is another way that you can heal and relax your mind through the waves of sounds.

Dates: Tuesday, November 12th
Time: 5:00 pm-6:00 pm
Location: Student Lounge, Christensen Center

Don’t forget to join us! We hope to see you there

submitted by musto@augsburg.edu

Join the Strommen Center in a virtual lunch and learn on November 13th from 12pm to 1pm to learn about careers with the State of Minnesota. Guest Maili Silber will be discussing opportunities for students to internship and work with the State and how to support students who are interested in them.

Register here for the lunch & learn!

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete an annual anti-racism training.

Please visit the following link for more information about this year’s training:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/anti-racism-training/

Click Here to Register

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

Open Enrollment, the annual period when benefits-eligible employees make their benefit choices for the coming year has begun.

All benefits-eligible employees are encouraged to attend open enrollment information sessions.

TODAY 11/11, 10:00 a.m. – General Open Enrollment Session, Marshall Room
TODAY 11/11, 11:30 a.m. – Kavira Information Session, Marshall Room
11/13, 9:00 a.m. – General Open Enrollment Session, Virtual
11/13, 10:00 a.m. – Kavira Information Session, Virtual
11/19, 1:00 p.m -3:00 p.m. Open Enrollment Help (Computer Lab), Sverdrup 202

Today – Learn About Convenient Care Anytime, Anywhere with Kavira!
Starting in 2025, Augsburg is pleased to introduce an additional benefit for our medical plan participants: primary and urgent care services through Kavira, at no extra cost. Kavira offers virtual and in-home visits, providing convenient access to care at little to no cost for those enrolled in our medical plans. Learn more at today’s 11:30 session.

Learn more at https://sites.augsburg.edu/hr/employees/benefits/open-enrollment/

Open Enrollment Information

submitted by carrigan@augsburg.edu

Come meet possible employer, College Possible, TODAY from 11-1:30pm in the Christensen Center Lobby.

As one of the largest and most successful college access and success programs in the country, since 2000 College Possible has helped more than 85,700 students from under-represented communities get into and through college through an intensive curriculum of coaching and support.

Employer Tabling: College Possible

submitted by carrigan@augsburg.edu

Come chat with employer ACR Homes TODAY and TOMORROW in the Christensen Center from 9am-2pm each day.

ACR Homes was voted a Top 5 Workplace 5 straight years, voted #1 by its employees TWICE, and received Special Awards for Meaningfulness, Ethics & Values, and Innovation Encouragement. (Star Tribune)

ACR Homes provides high quality residential health care & assistance for people with disabilities in the Twin Cities. We hire caring & dependable people to work with us in bringing the best quality of life possible to those we support while enjoying a unique & rewarding Job, Internship or Career.

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 for Sound Healing. Destress with the help of specially crafted sounds and rhythms designed to relax and center your mind and body. Co-hosted by the Center for Wellness and Counseling.

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel on Tuesday, November 12 at 11:30 for our next Uncovering Vocation chapel to hear Cyndi Berg, Special Assistant to the President, share her story. Cyndi joined the staff of Augsburg University in 2017. Her role in the Office of the President provides frequent opportunities to connect and collaborate with multiple aspects of the Augsburg community including staff, faculty, students, Board of Regents and community partners.

Cyndi came to Augsburg from Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter where she served as the Assistant Director for Church Relations. Prior to her work in higher education, she served at the Saint Paul Area Synod of the ELCA as Office and Events Manager for nearly ten years. Cyndi has a B.S. in Business Management from Minnesota State University, Mankato and is a 2021 graduate of Augsburg’s Master of Arts in Leadership program – proud to be an Auggie.

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

Hiiii!

Please make sure to save the date as we introduce you to the Sound Healing sessions here at Augsburg. It is another way that you can heal and relax your mind through the waves of sounds.

Dates: Tuesday, November 12th
Time: 5:00 pm-6:00 pm
Location: Student Lounge, Christensen Center

Don’t forget to join us! We hope to see you there

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Save the date for Augsburg’s 2025 commencement ceremony.

Date:
Friday, May 9, 2025

Location:
Minneapolis Convention Center
1301 Second Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55403

Tickets will be available in February 2025.

Commencement Website

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

In partnership with Augsburg, the Minnesota Private College Council is asking the state legislature to improve college affordability for all students in Minnesota.

If you receive the Minnesota State Grant, we invite you to write a short note to your state legislators to help ensure you and future generations of Auggies receive crucial financial support. Join us at Augsburg’s Letters to Legislators event today!

Monday, November 11, 2024
11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Christensen Center Lobby

All you have to do is stop by! We’ll take care of the rest, including providing you with writing supplies, a sample note, info about your legislators, and more.

submitted by pageimo@augsburg.edu

All Augsburg community members are invited to get a flu shot from M Health Fairview staff on Thursday Nov 14th, 11am-3pm in the Christensen Student Center.

Free, No insurance necessary
Walk in any time 11am-3pm

Why Get The Flu Vaccine?
• Protect Yourself: Reduce the risk and severity of the flu
• Protect Others: Helps prevent spreading the flu, especially to vulnerable groups.
• Quick & Easy: Takes just a few minutes and lasts all flu season!

https://calendar.augsburg.edu/event/free-flu-shot-clinic-with-m-health-fairview/

submitted by musto@augsburg.edu

Join the Strommen Center in a virtual lunch and learn on November 13th from 12pm to 1pm to learn about careers with the State of Minnesota. Guest Maili Silber will be discussing opportunities for students to internship and work with the State and how to support students who are interested in them.

Register here for the lunch & learn!

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete an annual anti-racism training.

Please visit the following link for more information about this year’s training:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/anti-racism-training/

Click Here to Register

submitted by gebbengn@augsburg.edu

Come see Enemy of the People! (A musical adaptation)

Performance dates are Nov 1-2 and 7-9 at 7PM, Nov 10 at 3PM
Location: Tjornhom-Nelson Theater
Students are just $5, General Public is $12, and other Augsburg Community is $10!

An Enemy of the People examines how a community responds when the local doctor threatens to expose that the town’s water source they rely on for tourism is contaminated. It raises questions of how far a community will go to protect their town’s secret so they can keep tourism dollars coming and circumvent a path to financial ruin. Scenes and songs will happen in close proximity to the audience, compelling them to feel as if they are part of the story. Immersed in the play’s dilemma, audiences will find themselves part of the climactic ending of the play when they actually vote to shape the ending of the story.

TICKETS TO SEE ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

In partnership with Augsburg, the Minnesota Private College Council is asking the state legislature to improve college affordability for all students in Minnesota.

If you receive the Minnesota State Grant, we invite you to write a short note to your state legislators to help ensure you and future generations of Auggies receive crucial financial support. Join us at Augsburg’s Letters to Legislators event next week!

Monday, November 11, 2024
11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Christensen Center Lobby

All you have to do is stop by! We’ll take care of the rest, including providing you with writing supplies, a sample note, info about your legislators, and more.

submitted by carrigan@augsburg.edu

Come meet possible employer, College Possible, from 11-1:30pm in the Christensen Center Lobby.

As one of the largest and most successful college access and success programs in the country, since 2000 College Possible has helped more than 85,700 students from under-represented communities get into and through college through an intensive curriculum of coaching and support.

Employer Tabling: College Possible

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am to hear a message from JD Mechelke, Instructor, Religion and Philosophy.

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

On November 13, Rev. Jim Bear Jacobs will share his story in chapel at 10:40 am in our next installment of our “Living Stories” series co-sponsored by the Religion Department, Interfaith at Augsburg, and Campus Ministry. Born in St. Paul, he is a member of the Stockbridge-Munsee Mohican Nation, an American Indian tribe located in central Wisconsin. He has degrees in Pastoral Studies and Christian Theology and has served various churches as youth minister, adult Christian educator, and director of Men’s Ministries. Presently he is parish associate at Church of All Nations Presbyterian Church. He is a cultural facilitator in the Twin Cities and works to raise the public’s awareness of American Indian causes and injustices. He is founder/convener of “Healing Minnesota Stories,” an initiative dedicated to creating events of dialogue, education, and healing, particularly within faith communities. He is currently the Director of Racial Justice for the Minnesota Council of Churches.

submitted by gaffanes@augsburg.edu

Today from 4-7pm in Hagfors 111, the makerspace will be open to students that want to make things. Today’s meeting is casual, drop by and say hi! Today, we are focusing on introducing students to the space, showcasing the tools that are available for use, and getting students started with 3D modeling software if interested.

We want to help students bring their ideas to life by teaching them new skills and providing a community to build and troubleshoot with. We’ll see you there!

Questions? Shoot gaffanes@augsburg.edu an email.

submitted by musto@augsburg.edu

Join the Strommen Center in a virtual lunch and learn on November 13th from 12pm to 1pm to learn about careers with the State of Minnesota. Guest Maili Silber will be discussing opportunities for students to internship and work with the State and how to support students who are interested in them.

Register here for the lunch & learn!

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

Join Interfaith Scholars and the Interfaith Institute for a guest panel and conversation on what care looks like in professional settings.

When: Thursday, November 7 (TONIGHT)
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Where: Hagfors 101
Who: All are welcome!

Special guests include Jenean Gilmer, Program Manager for Community-Engaged Learning at the Sabo Center; Katie Clark, Associate Professor in Nursing and Executive Director of the Augsburg Health Commons; and Joffrey Wilson, Vice President Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Mortenson.

If you need accommodations, please contact us: interfaith@augsburg.edu

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

In partnership with Augsburg, the Minnesota Private College Council is asking the state legislature to improve college affordability for all students in Minnesota.

If you receive the Minnesota State Grant, we invite you to write a short note to your state legislators to help ensure you and future generations of Auggies receive crucial financial support. Join us at Augsburg’s Letters to Legislators event next week!

Monday, November 11, 2024
11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Christensen Center Lobby

All you have to do is stop by! We’ll take care of the rest, including providing you with writing supplies, a sample note, info about your legislators, and more.

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 11:30 am today to hear a message from Pastor John Schwehn. Mark Sedio, University Organist, will be our musician.

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel on Tuesday, November 12 at 11:30 for our next Uncovering Vocation chapel to hear Cyndi Berg, Special Assistant to the President, share her story. Cyndi joined the staff of Augsburg University in 2017. Her role in the Office of the President provides frequent opportunities to connect and collaborate with multiple aspects of the Augsburg community including staff, faculty, students, Board of Regents and community partners.

Cyndi came to Augsburg from Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter where she served as the Assistant Director for Church Relations. Prior to her work in higher education, she served at the Saint Paul Area Synod of the ELCA as Office and Events Manager for nearly ten years. Cyndi has a B.S. in Business Management from Minnesota State University, Mankato and is a 2021 graduate of Augsburg’s Master of Arts in Leadership program – proud to be an Auggie.

submitted by pageimo@augsburg.edu

All Augsburg community members are invited to get a flu shot from M Health Fairview staff on Thursday Nov 14th, 11am-3pm in the Christensen Student Center.

Free, No insurance necessary
Walk in any time 11am-3pm

Why Get The Flu Vaccine?
• Protect Yourself: Reduce the risk and severity of the flu
• Protect Others: Helps prevent spreading the flu, especially to vulnerable groups.
• Quick & Easy: Takes just a few minutes and lasts all flu season!

Learn more about flu & COVID-19 vaccination

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete an annual anti-racism training.

Please visit the following link for more information about this year’s training:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/anti-racism-training/

Click Here to Register

submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu

Grab a slize of PIZZA and connect with professionals from various government agencies to learn more about career opportunities within government.

Date: Thurs Nov 7th, 2024
Time: 12:00-1:30pm
Location: Marshall Room – Christensen Center

We will have round tables with different focus areas for students. This is a drop-in event and students are welcomed to talk to representatives at any of the tables they’re interested in.

Topics include:
1. How to Apply
2. Internships/Entry Level Roles
3. Public Policy
4. Human Services/Social Work
5. IT
6. Nursing/Healthcare/Public Health
7. Administration (HR/Communications/Diversity & Equity)
8. Finance/Accounting/Economics

Registration Encouraged!

submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu

Are you a STEM student looking for an internship? Then join us for an information session about the SciTech Internship Program sponsored by Augsburg’s Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and the NSF PRISM Program.

Our guest presenter will be Ama Asantewaa, Student Outreach Manager. This workshop will explain how to effectively complete the application process for the SciTech Internship Program. The mission of SciTech is to connect college students majoring in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) to paid internships in small to mid-sized companies.

Date: Thursday, November 7th, 2024
Time: 5 – 6 pm
Location: Augsburg Room
Food: Free Pizza and Drinks!

SciTech Internship Program: https://scitechmn.org/
Augsburg’s Association for Computing Machinery (ACM): https://augsburg.acm.org/
NSF PRISM Program: https://www.augsburg.edu/stem/prism/

Questions? Contact Dr. Jennifer Brookins-King at brookinj@augsburg.edu

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This year’s student-directed play “Tian” starts auditions in less than one week. Whether you are already experienced on stage, or want to dive into a new adventure – we are so excited to meet you. All necessary information, including our Instagram and the sign-up sheet, can be found here: https://linktr.ee/tianplay

Play Description: Who owns history? And who is allowed to tell its stories? The student-written piece Tian centers around these fundamental questions. This conflict becomes clear when the audience is led through the life of romantic poet Karoline von Günderrode by two characters with two very different claims to Karoline’s story: Bettine von Arnim, contemporary and close friend of Karoline, who wants to paint a strong, feminist picture; and the Playwright whose goal is to create an enticing, heart wrenching play. The audience finds themselves in the in-betweens of history, whilst being part of Karoline’s personal journey filled with struggles, doubt, and dreams.

find all necessary forms, documents, and our instagram here

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

Do you need a place to bring your anxiety, expectations and other feelings around the 2024 election? Would you like to debrief our nation’s elections with members of our staff and faculty community?  The Provost’s Office, Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship and Campus Ministry are partnering to host two Post-Election Day Gatherings for staff and faculty on Wednesday, November 6, 2024.

An in-person gathering is scheduled for 9am in Hoversten Chapel and a virtual gathering is scheduled for 4pm on ZOOM. Augsburg faculty and staff are invited to attend. The purpose of these gatherings is to make space for connection and care for our staff and faculty as we move through the elections, and to offer support and resources as we care for our students and wider community.

To receive the ZOOM link for the 4pm gathering, please complete this [form](https://forms.gle/bFd2cms815BHFoMj9).

Separate events and resources will support our students.

RSVP Form

submitted by schonc@augsburg.edu

This year’s student-directed play “Tian” starts auditions in just one week. Whether you are already experienced on stage, or want to dive into a new adventure – we are so excited to meet you. All necessary information, including our Instagram and the sign-up sheet, can be found here: https://linktr.ee/tianplay

Play Description: Who owns history? And who is allowed to tell its stories? The student-written piece Tian centers around these fundamental questions. This conflict becomes clear when the audience is led through the life of romantic poet Karoline von Günderrode by two characters with two very different claims to Karoline’s story: Bettine von Arnim, contemporary and close friend of Karoline, who wants to paint a strong, feminist picture; and the Playwright whose goal is to create an enticing, heart wrenching play. The audience finds themselves in the in-betweens of history, whilst being part of Karoline’s personal journey filled with struggles, doubt, and dreams.

Tian Linktree:

submitted by musto@augsburg.edu

Join the Strommen Center in a virtual lunch and learn on November 13th from 12pm to 1pm to learn about careers with the State of Minnesota. Guest Maili Silber will be discussing opportunities for students to internship and work with the State and how to support students who are interested in them.

Register here for the lunch and learn!

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete an annual anti-racism training.

Please visit the following link for more information about this year’s training:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/anti-racism-training/

Click Here to Register

submitted by jenningj@augsburg.edu

We are excited to invite you to the Augsburg Black Women Association’s kickoff event for this year! Join us on Friday, November 8th, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the Marshall Room in Christensen Center. This event will be an opportunity to connect, share experiences, and build a community among Black women at Augsburg. We’d love to have you join us for an evening of fun, conversation, and empowerment as we celebrate and support one another.

We look forward to seeing you there!- The Board of Augsburg Black Women Association

submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu

The Augsburg University Staff Senate is a body of elected Augsburg University staff members who advocate on behalf of the staff, foster meaningful dialogue, and work to recognize and celebrate the impact of staff members on the University and community.

Upcoming events
The Senate will host its first casual meet and greet on Wednesday, November 20th from 3:30 – 4:30pm in OCG 100. Watch for more details and additional dates for the Senate to listen to staff experiences.

Save the Date for some wellness with Mel on Monday December 9th at 12:30pm. Mel will tour the Fitness Center and share how you can use equipment to destress.

To contact the Staff Senate, please send messages with praises, shout-outs, concerns, issues or observations to staffsenate@augsburg.edu.

Staff Senate for the 2024-25 Academic Year are Listed Below
Jenean Gilmer, Sabo Center for Citizenship and Democracy

Keri Clifton, Program Director for the Reell Office of Seeing Things Whole

Melissa Lee, Associate Athletic Director

Izzy Rankin (she/her), Talent Acquisition Specialist role. She supports the Staff Senate as the representative from the HR team.

Magaly Ortiz, Academic Advisor in the TRIO/SSS program

Hayley Selinski, Senior Graphic Designers

Emilie Lenz, Assistant Director of Financial Aid

Full bios can be found on the staff senate website — https://sites.augsburg.edu/staffsenate/about/

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am today to begin to process our collective emotions following this turbulent election cycle. There will be opportunities to sing, pray, listen to poetry, and share your concerns and hopes through ritual. This time has been designed to include students, staff, and faculty from all to none faiths.

submitted by rodrig@augsburg.edu

November 8th was selected as the date for the annual National First-Generation College Celebration to honor the anniversary of the signing of the Higher Education Act (HEA) of 1965. The HEA was passed to ensure that everyone has access to higher education, regardless of income. In recognition of First-Generation College Celebration Day, the departments of TRIO Student Support Services, TRIO McNair Scholars, and Multicultural Life will be hosting events that highlight the first-generation college experience during the week of November 4th. These events are geared towards students but all are welcome to attend! *There will be a raffle for everyone who attends and signs in! Prizes include vintage TRIO gear and other swag!*

Monday, Nov. 4th: First-Generation Week Kick-Off
9:00 am – 3:00 pm Christensen Center
Games, photo booth with Auggie Eagle, games, activities, and more!

10:40 am – 11:00 am, Hoversten Chapel
Guest Speaker: Morgan Knutson, Strommen Center
Fellow staff and first gen Morgan Knutson shares her story.

Wednesday, Nov. 6th: Strommen Center and TRIO/SSS Present: The Hidden Curriculum of Networking
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm, Augsburg Room
Strommen Center presents on networking followed by a panel discussion from first gen professionals/graduate students. Refreshments provided!

Thursday, Nov. 7th: Share Your First-Generation Story
5:30 pm – 7:00 pm, SCI 123
Voicing first gen experiences of students around campus and building community, including a first gen panel. Refreshments provided!

Friday, Nov. 8th: National First-Generation Celebration Day at Augsburg’s Gage Center!
9:00 am – 12:30 pm, Gage Center
TRIO/SSS, CLASS office, and Academic Advising share space and support First-Generation college students – treats provided!

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel on Tuesday, November 12 at 11:30 for our next Uncovering Vocation chapel to hear Cyndi Berg, Special Assistant to the President, share her story. Cyndi joined the staff of Augsburg University in 2017. Her role in the Office of the President provides frequent opportunities to connect and collaborate with multiple aspects of the Augsburg community including staff, faculty, students, Board of Regents and community partners.

Cyndi came to Augsburg from Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter where she served as the Assistant Director for Church Relations. Prior to her work in higher education, she served at the Saint Paul Area Synod of the ELCA as Office and Events Manager for nearly ten years. Cyndi has a B.S. in Business Management from Minnesota State University, Mankato and is a 2021 graduate of Augsburg’s Master of Arts in Leadership program – proud to be an Auggie.

submitted by rodrig@augsburg.edu

November 8th was selected as the date for the annual National First-Generation College Celebration to honor the anniversary of the signing of the Higher Education Act (HEA) of 1965. The HEA was passed to ensure that everyone has access to higher education, regardless of income. In recognition of First-Generation College Celebration Day, the departments of TRIO Student Support Services, TRIO McNair Scholars, and Multicultural Life will be hosting events that highlight the first-generation college experience during the week of November 4th. These events are geared towards students but all are welcome to attend! *There will be a raffle for everyone who attends and signs in! Prizes include vintage TRIO gear and other swag!*

Monday, Nov. 4th: First-Generation Week Kick-Off
9:00 am – 3:00 pm Christensen Center
Games, photo booth with Auggie Eagle, games, activities, and more!

10:40 am – 11:00 am, Hoversten Chapel
Guest Speaker: Morgan Knutson, Strommen Center
Fellow staff and first gen Morgan Knutson shares her story.

Wednesday, Nov. 6th: Strommen Center and TRIO/SSS Present: The Hidden Curriculum of Networking
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm, Augsburg Room
Strommen Center presents on networking followed by a panel discussion from first gen professionals/graduate students. Refreshments provided!

Thursday, Nov. 7th: Share Your First-Generation Story
5:30 pm – 7:00 pm, SCI 123
Voicing first gen experiences of students around campus and building community, including a first gen panel. Refreshments provided!

Friday, Nov. 8th: National First-Generation Celebration Day at Augsburg’s Gage Center!
9:00 am – 12:30 pm, Gage Center
TRIO/SSS, CLASS office, and Academic Advising share space and support First-Generation college students – treats provided!

submitted by musto@augsburg.edu

Join the Strommen Center in a virtual lunch and learn on November 13th from 12pm to 1pm to learn about careers with the State of Minnesota. Guest Maili Silber will be discussing opportunities for students to internship and work with the State and how to support students who are interested in them.

Register here for the lunch and learn!

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

Do you need a place to bring your anxiety, expectations and other feelings around the 2024 election? Would you like to debrief our nation’s elections with members of our staff and faculty community?  The Provost’s Office, Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship and Campus Ministry are partnering to host two Post-Election Day Gatherings for staff and faculty on Wednesday, November 6, 2024.

An in-person gathering is scheduled for 9am in Hoversten Chapel and a virtual gathering is scheduled for 4pm on ZOOM. Augsburg faculty and staff are invited to attend. The purpose of these gatherings is to make space for connection and care for our staff and faculty as we move through the elections, and to offer support and resources as we care for our students and wider community.

To receive the ZOOM link for the 4pm gathering, please complete this form (https://forms.gle/bFd2cms815BHFoMj9).

Separate events and resources will support our students.

RSVP Form

submitted by mcaulayr@augsburg.edu

Empathy in Action is a student-led project focused on raising donations for a local family shelter. We will be hosting a toy drive and a bake sale, where people can donate new or gently used toys and buy baked goods. All proceeds will go towards helping the shelter. As a part of our work, we hope to raise awareness about the struggles local families are facing in the Twin Cities, while also bringing the community together to support them. This event will take place November 6th & 7th in the Christensen Center from 11:00a.m.-1:00 p.m.

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us today in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am as we celebrate First Generation Week at Augsburg. Morgan Knutzen, Career Services Director, Strommen Center for Meaningful Work, will tell her story in chapel today.

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete an annual anti-racism training.

Please visit the following link for more information about this year’s training:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/anti-racism-training/

Here to Register

submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu

Grab a slize of PIZZA and connect with professionals from various government agencies to learn more about career opportunities within government.

Date: Thurs Nov 7th, 2024
Time: 12:00-1:30pm
Location: Marshall Room – Christensen Center

We will have round tables with different focus areas for students. This is a drop-in event and students are welcomed to talk to representatives at any of the tables they’re interested in.

Topics include:
1. How to Apply
2. Internships/Entry Level Roles
3. Public Policy
4. Human Services/Social Work
5. IT
6. Nursing/Healthcare/Public Health
7. Administration (HR/Communications/Diversity & Equity)
8. Finance/Accounting/Economics

Register on Handshake

submitted by rodrig@augsburg.edu

November 8th was selected as the date for the annual National First-Generation College Celebration to honor the anniversary of the signing of the Higher Education Act (HEA) of 1965. The HEA was passed to ensure that everyone has access to higher education, regardless of income. In recognition of First-Generation College Celebration Day, the departments of TRIO Student Support Services, TRIO McNair Scholars, and Multicultural Life will be hosting events that highlight the first-generation college experience during the week of November 4th. These events are geared towards students but all are welcome to attend! *There will be a raffle for everyone who attends and signs in! Prizes include vintage TRIO gear and other swag!*

Monday, Nov. 4th: First-Generation Week Kick-Off

9:00 am – 3:00 pm Christensen Center

Games, photo booth with Auggie Eagle, games, activities, and more!

10:40 am – 11:00 am, Hoversten Chapel

Guest Speaker: Morgan Knutzen, Strommen Center

Fellow staff and first gen Morgan Knutzen shares her story.

Wednesday, Nov. 6th: Strommen Center and TRIO/SSS Present: The Hidden Curriculum of Networking

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm, Augsburg Room

Strommen Center presents on networking followed by a panel discussion from first gen professionals/graduate students. Refreshments provided!

Thursday, Nov. 7th: Share Your First-Generation Story

5:30 pm – 7:00 pm, SCI 123

Voicing first gen experiences of students around campus and building community, including a first gen panel. Refreshments provided!

Friday, Nov. 8th: National First-Generation Celebration Day at Augsburg’s Gage Center!

9:00 am – 12:30 pm, Gage Center

TRIO/SSS, CLASS office, and Academic Advising share space and support First-Generation college students – treats provided!

submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu

Join Cedar Riverside neighbors and community partners for coffee and Somali tea today (Nov. 1) at 1:30 PM in the small park at the corner of 6th Street and Cedar Ave. This informal gathering is being sponsored by Trinity Lutheran Congregation and Dar Al-Hijrah mosque as an opportunity to come together and show unity in our care for the Cedar Riverside community in advance of the election.

submitted by gebbengn@augsburg.edu

Come see Enemy of the People! (A musical adaptation)

Performance dates are Nov 1-2 and 7-9 at 7PM, Nov 10 at 3PM
Location: Tjornhom-Nelson Theater
Students are just $5, General Public is $12, and other Augsburg Community is $10!

An Enemy of the People examines how a community responds when the local doctor threatens to expose that the town’s water source they rely on for tourism is contaminated. It raises questions of how far a community will go to protect their town’s secret so they can keep tourism dollars coming and circumvent a path to financial ruin. Scenes and songs will happen in close proximity to the audience, compelling them to feel as if they are part of the story. Immersed in the play’s dilemma, audiences will find themselves part of the climactic ending of the play when they actually vote to shape the ending of the story.

TICKETS TO SEE ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am for our All Saints service. The custom of commemorating all of the saints of the church on a single day goes back at least to the third century. In this service we remember loved ones who have died, especially in this past year. We will hold a special service with music from the Global Harmony Choir, music faculty Kenneth Green and Brian De Young, and student chamber musicians.

submitted by carrigan@augsburg.edu

Come meet employer DSB Rock Island MONDAY in the Christensen Center lobby from 12:30pm-2pm.

Connected, Proactive, and Accessible® are more than words at DSB Rock Island. These values comprise our promise and chart the course for everything that we do for our clients. It’s our shared culture of always preparing for the journey ahead, of investing in our clients on a personal level. It’s bringing our best to every client interaction and always being available to address the urgent questions that can make all the difference. It’s understanding our clients’ professional and personal goals

Emploer Tabling: DSB Rock Island

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

Do you need a place to bring your anxiety, expectations and other feelings around the 2024 election? Would you like to debrief our nation’s elections with members of our staff and faculty community?  The Provost’s Office, Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship and Campus Ministry are partnering to host two Post-Election Day Gatherings for staff and faculty on Wednesday, November 6, 2024.

An in-person gathering is scheduled for 9am in Hoversten Chapel and a virtual gathering is scheduled for 4pm on ZOOM. Augsburg faculty and staff are invited to attend. The purpose of these gatherings is to make space for connection and care for our staff and faculty as we move through the elections, and to offer support and resources as we care for our students and wider community.

Separate events and resources will support our students.

submitted by schonc@augsburg.edu

This year’s student-directed play “Tian” starts auditions in just two weeks. Whether you are already experienced on stage, or want to dive into a new adventure – we are so excited to meet you. All necessary information, including our Instagram and the sign-up sheet, can be found here: https://linktr.ee/tianplay

Play Description: Who owns history? And who is allowed to tell its stories? The student-written piece Tian centers around these fundamental questions. This conflict becomes clear when the audience is led through the life of romantic poet Karoline von Günderrode by two characters with two very different claims to Karoline’s story: Bettine von Arnim, contemporary and close friend of Karoline, who wants to paint a strong, feminist picture; and the Playwright whose goal is to create an enticing, heart wrenching play. The audience finds themselves in the in-betweens of history, whilst being part of Karoline’s personal journey filled with struggles, doubt, and dreams.

More information (+ our instagram) can be found here:

submitted by morgans1@augsburg.edu

Today the Study Abroad and Away office will be hosting a Halloween trivia challenge from 9am – 1pm. Drop in to answer questions about our office and the university to win candy and Takis! If you come in a costume, we will give you a treat – no trivia required.

Our office is located in SCI 110

submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu

Join Cedar Riverside neighbors and community partners for coffee and Somali tea next Friday, November 1 at 1:30 PM in the small park at the corner of 6th Street and Cedar Ave. This informal gathering is being sponsored by Trinity Lutheran Congregation and Dar Al-Hijrah mosque as an opportunity to come together and show unity in our care for the Cedar Riverside community in advance of the election.

submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu

Grab a slize of PIZZA and connect with professionals from various government agencies to learn more about career opportunities within government.

Date: Thurs Nov 7th, 2024
Time: 12:00-1:30pm
Location: Marshall Room – Christensen Center

We will have round tables with different focus areas for students. This is a drop-in event and students are welcomed to talk to representatives at any of the tables they’re interested in.

Topics include:
1. How to Apply
2. Internships/Entry Level Roles
3. Public Policy
4. Human Services/Social Work
5. IT
6. Nursing/Healthcare/Public Health
7. Administration (HR/Communications/Diversity & Equity)
8. Finance/Accounting/Economics

Register on Handshake!

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

“These are the times to grow our souls.”
–Grace Lee Boggs

Please join Campus Ministry and the Department of Critical Race and Ethnicity Studies in a student-led community program in commemoration of Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) from 11:30am to 11:50am in the Hoversten Chapel. All are welcome as we take a moment to honor the departed. Small refreshments will also be provided.

If you have any questions, please contact Antonio Vásquez at vasquez1@augsburg.edu.

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete the University’s Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program and stay in good-standing every year following completion.

To learn more about the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program, click the following link:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/certificate-program/

To register for a Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program workshop, click the following link:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/events-calendar/

To get a report outlining your progress in the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program, email inclusion@augsburg.edu and request a “progress report”.

submitted by rodrig@augsburg.edu

November 8th was selected as the date for the annual National First-Generation College Celebration to honor the anniversary of the signing of the Higher Education Act (HEA) of 1965. The HEA was passed to ensure that everyone has access to higher education, regardless of income. In recognition of First-Generation College Celebration Day, the departments of TRIO Student Support Services, TRIO McNair Scholars, and Multicultural Life will be hosting events that highlight the first-generation college experience during the week of November 4th. These events are geared towards students but all are welcome to attend! *There will be a raffle for everyone who attends and signs in! Prizes include vintage TRIO gear and other swag!*

Monday, Nov. 4th: First-Generation Week Kick-Off
9:00 am – 3:00 pm Christensen Center
Games, photo booth with Auggie Eagle, games, activities, and more!

10:40 am – 11:00 am, Hoversten Chapel
Guest Speaker: Morgan Knutzen, Strommen Center
Fellow staff and first gen Morgan Knutzen shares her story.

Wednesday, Nov. 6th: Strommen Center and TRIO/SSS Present: The Hidden Curriculum of Networking
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm, Augsburg Room
Strommen Center presents on networking followed by a panel discussion from first gen professionals/graduate students. Refreshments provided!

Thursday, Nov. 7th: Share Your First-Generation Story
5:30 pm – 7:00 pm, SCI 123
Voicing first gen experiences of students around campus and building community, including a first gen panel. Refreshments provided!

Friday, Nov. 8th: National First-Generation Celebration Day at Augsburg’s Gage Center!
9:00 am – 12:30 pm, Gage Center
TRIO/SSS, CLASS office, and Academic Advising share space and support First-Generation college students – treats provided!

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete an annual anti-racism training.

Please visit the following link for more information about this year’s training:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/anti-racism-training/

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Say hi! They will be back to see us in a week. Stop by and join us when you can.

Wednesday, October 30th
Time: 10:30am-11:30am

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November 8th was selected as the date for the annual National First-Generation College Celebration to honor the anniversary of the signing of the Higher Education Act (HEA) of 1965. The HEA was passed to ensure that everyone has access to higher education, regardless of income. In recognition of First-Generation College Celebration Day, the departments of TRIO Student Support Services, TRIO McNair Scholars, and Multicultural Life will be hosting events that highlight the first-generation college experience during the week of November 4th. These events are geared towards students but all are welcome to attend! *There will be a raffle for everyone who attends and signs in! Prizes include vintage TRIO gear and other swag!*

Monday, Nov. 4th: First-Generation Week Kick-Off
9:00am – 3:00pm Christiansen Center
Games, photo booth with Auggie Eagle, games, activities, and more!

10:40am – 11:00am, Hoversten Chapel
Guest Speaker: Morgan Knutson, Strommen Center
Fellow staff and first gen Morgan Knutson shares her story.

Wednesday, Nov. 6th: Strommen Center and TRIO SSS Present: The Hidden Curriculum of Networking
2:00pm – 3:30pm, Augsburg Room
Strommen Center presents on networking followed by a panel discussion from first gen professionals/graduate students. Refreshments provided!

Thursday, Nov. 7th: Share Your First Gen Story
5:30pm – 7:00pm, SCI 123
Voicing first gen experiences of students around campus and building community, including a first gen panel. Refreshments provided!

Friday, Nov. 8th: National First Gen Celebration Day at Augsburg’s Gage Center!
9:00am – 12:30pm, Gage Center
TRIO SSS, CLASS office, and Academic Advising share space and support first generation college students – treats provided!

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Come see Enemy of the People! (A musical adaptation)

Performance dates are Nov 1-2 and 7-9 at 7PM, Nov 10 at 3PM
Location: Tjornhom-Nelson Theater
Students are just $5!! General Public is $12 and other Augsburg Community is $10!

An Enemy of the People examines how a community responds when the local doctor threatens to expose that the town’s water source they rely on for tourism is contaminated. It raises questions of how far a community will go to protect their town’s secret so they can keep tourism dollars coming and circumvent a path to financial ruin. Scenes and songs will happen in close proximity to the audience, compelling them to feel as if they are part of the story. Immersed in the play’s dilemma, audiences will find themselves part of the climactic ending of the play when they actually vote to shape the ending of the story.

TICKETS TO SEE ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE

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Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am to hear Hans Wiersma, Associate Professor of Religion, preach. Everett Parker will play a trumpet prelude.