Category: General Announcements

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

The Christensen Center for Vocation and Campus Ministry hosted five great vocation chapels this past semester. The following members of our Augsburg community shared parts of their vocation stories with us as part of our Uncovering Vocation Series.

Jennifer Bankers-Fulbright (Biology)
Sergio Madrid (Education)
Jad Habid (Technology)
Jennifer Diaz (Education)
Joanne Reeck (Equity and Inclusion)

Follow the link to see videos of their talks on CCV’s YouTube channel.

Uncovering Vocation Series YouTube Channel

submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu

Now accepting applications: Dec 1, 2023 – Jan 11, 2024.

What’s the program?
Travelers EDGE (Empowering Dreams for Graduation and Employment) increases access to higher education and provides students with opportunities to excel.

What are the benefits?
– Financial support (up to $14,000/year)
– Professional development
– Internship opportunities
– Mentorship
– Academic support
– Peer-to-peer support

Who are we looking for?
– Current Augsburg first-year student or high school senior planning to enroll at Augsburg in 2024-2025
– Cumulative GPA 3.0 or higher
– Planning to study one of the accepted major

What are the accepted majors?
– Accounting
– Business Administration/Management
– Communications
– Computer Science
– Economics
– Finance
– International Business
– Mathematics
– Management Information Systems
– Marketing

Interested in learning more? Attend the informational session on Mon Dec 18th from 3:00-3:45pm.

Register on Handshake for the zoom link: https://app.joinhandshake.com/stu/events/1422945

Visit our website for more information: https://careers.augsburg.edu/channels/travelers-edge/

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Ma Xiong-Nguyen at nguyenma@augsburg.edu.

submitted by harrisdd@augsburg.edu

My name is Dean Harris, and I am a doctoral student in the Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University. I am conducting this study as partial fulfillment of my doctoral degree, with Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith as my advisor.

You are being invited to participate in a research study on investigating influences of intrapersonal factors on the relationship between casual sex and mental health. Our study focuses on experiences of casual sex in individuals who identify as single or recently single (i.e., have not been in a relationship longer than one month). As such, if you indicated you were in a relationship for longer than one month, you do not meet our study eligibility criteria. We respect and appreciate individuals in various types of relationships, including open or ethically non-monogamous ones, but our current study’s scope is limited to investigating casual sex in those who identify as single (or recently single). If you agree to this study, I will ask you to complete a survey via Qualtrics. This survey will take approximately 20 minutes to complete. After completing all the survey questions, you will be invited, if you wish, to provide contact information to enter in the raffle to win one of three $50 gift card prizes, and/or emailed the results at the end of the study’s conclusion.

If you have any questions now or later, you may contact me, Dean Harris at 612-239-2534 or harrisdd@augsburg.edu. You can also contact my advisor, Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith at 612-330-1567 or hopkinss@augsburg.edu. If you contact me or my advisor, understand that your anonymity cannot be guaranteed; however, if you decide to participate, your data will not be connected to your name. If you have questions about your rights as a research subject or want to discuss problems/complaints about the research study, send an email to IRB@augsburg.edu.

Sincerely,
Dean Harris
Doctoral Student in Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University

Survey Link

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

12/04/2023: Administrative Assistant, Music
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999948439041-administrative-assistant-music
12/01/2023: Program Manager, PsyD Program
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999948168806-program-manager-psyd-program

Search Augsburg Job Postings

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

12/06/2023: Student Public Services Library Assistant, Academic Year 2023-24
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999949521574-student-public-services-library-assistant-academic-year-2023-24

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submitted by dawej@augsburg.edu

There is an information meeting this Wednesday, Dec. 13 at 2PM for everyone interested in playing in the pit band for next semester’s production of ROCKY HORROR SHOW. The score is for keyboard, syth, tenor sax (kind of alto-ish), electric guitar, drums, electric bass. Let’s meet in by the Band Room M3 in Anderson Music building at 2PM. Please help spread the word. It’s gonna be great!!

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Faculty and staff: If you were unable to attend this week’s Focused Conversation on updating the Augsburg 150 Strategic Plan with Paul Pribbenow—or you tried to attend via Zoom but were not able to access the livestream—the recording is available now on the All Hands page. We apologize for the tech issues this month.

All Hands (login required)

submitted by rengifoj@augsburg.edu

Interested in earning class credit with Augsburg classmates and an Augsburg professor for a short time in May? Sign up today for one of these amazing opportunities!

***Innovation & Resistance: Photography and History in Paris and Berlin***

Travel Dates: May 15th-May 30th

Faculty Leaders: Jacqueline deVries and Christopher Houltberg

This is a 2-class program, and you’ll earn 8 credits, as well as Augsburg Experience. You’ll choose one History and one Photography course:

• HIS 195 – Topics in European History, fulfills Humanities liberal arts foundation requirement, OR

• HIS 390 – Topics in European History,

​and

• ART 133 – Introduction to Digital Photography, fulfills Fine Arts liberal arts foundation requirement, OR
• ART 333 – Advanced Digital Photography

***Explorations in Greece: Economy, Ethics and Culture***

Travel to Greece

Travel Dates: May 12 – 27, 2024

Faculty: Stella Hofrenning and Phyllis Kapetenakis

Course options: All students must choose one course:

KEY 490 – Keystone

BUS 490 – Keystone

ECO 495 available by arrangement with professors

This program also fulfills the Augsburg Experience requirement.

Visit businesses of all kinds, enjoy guest lectures from Greek business professionals and experts, visit museums, try fresh, local foods, and more!

***Arts, Culture, and Community in Cuba***

Study Abroad in Cuba in May

– fine arts class for all majors

Have the experience of a lifetime–sign up for a summer fine arts study abroad program, led by professor Beliza Torres Narvaez. Spend 12 days in Cuba this May exploring arts and culture!

Travel: May 12-23, 2024

Course: THR 295 – Topics: Arts, Culture, and Community in Cuba, (Fine Arts requirement), 4 credits fulfills Augsburg Experience, too!

Click here to learn more about the programs

submitted by fleigr@augsburg.edu

Hello Auggies! I am a graduate student seeking participants for a research study. I am exploring how one’s ability to recognize and regulate their own and others’ emotions may relate to feelings of depression and social disconnect. Participation in this study will involve completing a series of behavioral health inventories and a demographic screener that will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. These inventories will ask if you have experienced symptoms of depression or loneliness and ask how intensely you experience your everyday emotions. Following completion of these inventories, participants will complete a test online that will walk participants through a variety of different tasks, such as recognition of facial expressions and implied social meanings. This test will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. All participation in this study is done online from the comfort of your own home. Students are invited to participate in this study if you: (1) are between the ages of 18 and 31; (2) have not been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, schizophrenia, or a personality disorder; (3) have not experienced an interpersonally traumatic life event (i.e., assault by another human being); and (4) are not currently experiencing a major health concern (i.e., life threatening illness/injury or significant transplant/removal surgery).

For your time, participants will be entered into a random lottery drawing for one of three $100 Amazon gift cards!

If you have any questions or concerns regarding participation in this study, please contact me at fleigr@augsburg.edu. If you would like to participate in this study, please click the link below. You will be taken to a secure, online survey where you will be presented with a consent form followed by the demographic screener and brief inventories. Upon completion of these, you will be shown the link to the final assessment.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7LPN7K3
Thank you!

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

12/04/2023: Administrative Assistant, Music
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999948439041-administrative-assistant-music
12/01/2023: Program Manager, PsyD Program
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999948168806-program-manager-psyd-program
11/30/2023: Event Planner, Operations
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999947859556-event-planner-operations
11/30/2023: Assistant Director of Financial Aid
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/4ae9dbeb-00d2-46ec-95d8-eb83308bc6d5-assistant-director-of-financial-aid

Search Augsburg Job Postings

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

12/06/2023: Student Public Services Library Assistant, Academic Year 2023-24
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999949521574-student-public-services-library-assistant-academic-year-2023-24
11/30/2023: Student: Writing Center Tutor, Spring 2024
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999947910363-student-writing-center-tutor-spring-2024

Search Augsburg Job Postings

submitted by harrisdd@augsburg.edu

My name is Dean Harris, and I am a doctoral student in the Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University. I am conducting this study as partial fulfillment of my doctoral degree, with Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith as my advisor.

You are being invited to participate in a research study on investigating influences of intrapersonal factors on the relationship between casual sex and mental health. Our study focuses on experiences of casual sex in individuals who identify as single or recently single (i.e., have not been in a relationship longer than one month). As such, if you indicated you were in a relationship for longer than one month, you do not meet our study eligibility criteria. We respect and appreciate individuals in various types of relationships, including open or ethically non-monogamous ones, but our current study’s scope is limited to investigating casual sex in those who identify as single (or recently single). If you agree to this study, I will ask you to complete a survey via Qualtrics. This survey will take approximately 20 minutes to complete. After completing all the survey questions, you will be invited, if you wish, to provide contact information to enter in the raffle to win one of three $50 gift card prizes, and/or emailed the results at the end of the study’s conclusion.

If you have any questions now or later, you may contact me, Dean Harris at 612-239-2534 or harrisdd@augsburg.edu. You can also contact my advisor, Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith at 612-330-1567 or hopkinss@augsburg.edu. If you contact me or my advisor, understand that your anonymity cannot be guaranteed; however, if you decide to participate, your data will not be connected to your name. If you have questions about your rights as a research subject or want to discuss problems/complaints about the research study, send an email to IRB@augsburg.edu.

Sincerely,
Dean Harris
Doctoral Student in Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University

Survey Link

submitted by wadem@augsburg.edu

The deadline to charge online bookstore purchases to your student account is Tuesday, January 23rd. Bookstore purchases can be charged to your student account in-person until Friday, January 26th.

Students are able to charge up to $750 per semester to their student account to allow you to easily utilize excess financial aid to pay for textbooks and supplies. Any balance not covered by financial aid is your responsibility. Be sure to view your monthly billing statements to know what your balance owed is.

Additional information is available on the SFS webpage.

https://www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/policies/bookstore-account-information-and-activation/

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

The Christensen Center for Vocation and Campus Ministry hosted five great vocation chapels this past semester. The following members of our Augsburg community shared parts of their vocation stories with us as part of our Uncovering Vocation Series.

Jennifer Bankers-Fulbright (Biology)
Sergio Madrid (Education)
Jad Habid (Technology)
Jennifer Diaz (Education)
Joanne Reeck (Equity and Inclusion)

Follow the link to see videos of their talks on CCV’s YouTube channel.

Uncovering Vocation Series YouTube Channel

submitted by harrisdd@augsburg.edu

My name is Dean Harris, and I am a doctoral student in the Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University. I am conducting this study as partial fulfillment of my doctoral degree, with Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith as my advisor.

You are being invited to participate in a research study on investigating influences of intrapersonal factors on the relationship between casual sex and mental health. Our study focuses on experiences of casual sex in individuals who identify as single or recently single (i.e., have not been in a relationship longer than one month). As such, if you indicated you were in a relationship for longer than one month, you do not meet our study eligibility criteria. We respect and appreciate individuals in various types of relationships, including open or ethically non-monogamous ones, but our current study’s scope is limited to investigating casual sex in those who identify as single (or recently single). If you agree to this study, I will ask you to complete a survey via Qualtrics. This survey will take approximately 20 minutes to complete. After completing all the survey questions, you will be invited, if you wish, to provide contact information to enter in the raffle to win one of three $50 gift card prizes, and/or emailed the results at the end of the study’s conclusion.

If you have any questions now or later, you may contact me, Dean Harris at 612-239-2534 or harrisdd@augsburg.edu. You can also contact my advisor, Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith at 612-330-1567 or hopkinss@augsburg.edu. If you contact me or my advisor, understand that your anonymity cannot be guaranteed; however, if you decide to participate, your data will not be connected to your name. If you have questions about your rights as a research subject or want to discuss problems/complaints about the research study, send an email to IRB@augsburg.edu.

Sincerely,
Dean Harris
Doctoral Student in Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University

Survey Link

submitted by freder@augsburg.edu

As 2023 comes to an end, we have a few important payroll and benefits updates for all staff and faculty regarding payroll deadlines, your W-2, insurance cards, and more!

Faculty, staff and student employees, please review your payslip on 12/15/2023 for any adjustments that need to be made before the end of the year.

2023 End of Year Updates

submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu

Are you a Staff/Faculty member who has studied abroad or away in the past? We want to hear from you!

The Study Abroad and Study Away office is looking to feature Staff and Faculty study abroad stories on our Instagram page with Throwback Thursday posts. These posts are to encourage Augsburg students to study abroad and away!

Check us out on Instagram: global_auggies

Questions? Email abroad@augsburg.edu

Fill out the Google Form here!

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Our neighbors at Camp Nenookaasi are bracing for winter and are already dealing with some cold days and even colder nights. Residents at camp have the following supply needs to help them prepare and stay safe as we head into December. I wanted to pass these along in hopes that folks in this group may be able to help or to spread the word!

Juice
Emergen C
Fruit Snacks
Pop Tarts
Menstrual hygiene products
Hygiene kits
Sleeping bags
Tarps
Flashlights
Hand warmers
Outerwear
Thermals
Socks
Gloves
Hats
Safer sex kits
Backpacks
Drawstring packs
batteries – AA and AAA
First aid supplies

Bring Contributions to camp at 13th Ave S & 23rd St

Want to help but can’t drop off materials?
Venmo @nenookaasi-camp
Cashapp $nenookaasi

Camp Nenookaasi is a community based healing camp rooted in native practices & inclusive of all unsheltered relatives. For more ways to get involved, visit https://tinyurl.com/nenookaasi-action

Thanks!

http://www.epnifarm.org
https://www.epnifarm.org/faq
https://bit.ly/EPNI-Join
https://bit.ly/EPNI-Donate
https://bit.ly/EPNI-Handouts

submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu

Interested in earning class credit with Augsburg classmates and an Augsburg professor for a short time in May? Sign up today for one of these amazing opportunities!

***Innovation & Resistance: Photography and History in Paris and Berlin***

Travel Dates: May 15th-May 30th

Faculty Leaders: Jacqueline deVries and Christopher Houltberg

This is a 2-class program, and you’ll earn 8 credits, as well as Augsburg Experience. You’ll choose one History and one Photography course:

• HIS 195 – Topics in European History, fulfills Humanities liberal arts foundation requirement, OR

• HIS 390 – Topics in European History,

​and

• ART 133 – Introduction to Digital Photography, fulfills Fine Arts liberal arts foundation requirement, OR
• ART 333 – Advanced Digital Photography

***Explorations in Greece: Economy, Ethics and Culture***

Travel to Greece

Travel Dates: May 12 – 27, 2024

Faculty: Stella Hofrenning and Phyllis Kapetenakis

Course options: All students must choose one course:

KEY 490 – Keystone

BUS 490 – Keystone

ECO 495 available by arrangement with professors

This program also fulfills the Augsburg Experience requirement.

Visit businesses of all kinds, enjoy guest lectures from Greek business professionals and experts, visit museums, try fresh, local foods, and more!

***Arts, Culture, and Community in Cuba***

Study Abroad in Cuba in May

– fine arts class for all majors

Have the experience of a lifetime–sign up for a summer fine arts study abroad program, led by professor Beliza Torres Narvaez. Spend 12 days in Cuba this May exploring arts and culture!

Travel: May 12-23, 2024

Course: THR 295 – Topics: Arts, Culture, and Community in Cuba, (Fine Arts requirement), 4 credits fulfills Augsburg Experience, too!

Click here to learn more about the programs

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

The Christensen Center for Vocation and Campus Ministry hosted five great vocation chapels this past semester. The following members of our Augsburg community shared parts of their vocation stories with us as part of our Uncovering Vocation Series.

Jennifer Bankers-Fulbright (Biology)
Sergio Madrid (Education)
Jad Habid (Technology)
Jennifer Diaz (Education)
Joanne Reeck (Equity and Inclusion)

Follow the link to see videos of their talks on CCV’s YouTube channel.

Uncovering Vocation Series YouTube Channel

submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu

Now accepting applications: Dec 1, 2023 – Jan 11, 2024.

What’s the program?
Travelers EDGE (Empowering Dreams for Graduation and Employment) increases access to higher education and provides students with opportunities to excel.

What are the benefits?
– Financial support (up to $14,000/year)
– Professional development
– Internship opportunities
– Mentorship
– Academic support
– Peer-to-peer support

Who are we looking for?
– Current Augsburg first-year student or high school senior planning to enroll at Augsburg in 2024-2025
– Cumulative GPA 3.0 or higher
– Planning to study one of the accepted major

What are the accepted majors?
– Accounting
– Business Administration/Management
– Communications
– Computer Science
– Economics
– Finance
– International Business
– Mathematics
– Management Information Systems
– Marketing

Interested in learning more? Attend the informational session on Mon Dec 18th from 3:00-3:45pm.

Register on Handshake for the zoom link: https://app.joinhandshake.com/stu/events/1422945

Visit our website for more information: https://careers.augsburg.edu/channels/travelers-edge/

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Ma Xiong-Nguyen at nguyenma@augsburg.edu.

submitted by fleigr@augsburg.edu

Hello Auggies! I am a graduate student seeking participants for a research study. I am exploring how one’s ability to recognize and regulate their own and others’ emotions may relate to feelings of depression and social disconnect. Participation in this study will involve completing a series of behavioral health inventories and a demographic screener that will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. These inventories will ask if you have experienced symptoms of depression or loneliness and ask how intensely you experience your everyday emotions. Following completion of these inventories, participants will complete a test online that will walk participants through a variety of different tasks, such as recognition of facial expressions and implied social meanings. This test will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. All participation in this study is done online from the comfort of your own home. Students are invited to participate in this study if you: (1) are between the ages of 18 and 31; (2) have not been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, schizophrenia, or a personality disorder; (3) have not experienced an interpersonally traumatic life event (i.e., assault by another human being); and (4) are not currently experiencing a major health concern (i.e., life threatening illness/injury or significant transplant/removal surgery).

For your time, participants will be entered into a random lottery drawing for one of three $100 Amazon gift cards!

If you have any questions or concerns regarding participation in this study, please contact me at fleigr@augsburg.edu. If you would like to participate in this study, please click the link below. You will be taken to a secure, online survey where you will be presented with a consent form followed by the demographic screener and brief inventories. Upon completion of these, you will be shown the link to the final assessment.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7LPN7K3
Thank you!

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

12/04/2023: Administrative Assistant, Music
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999948439041-administrative-assistant-music
12/01/2023: Program Manager, PsyD Program
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999948168806-program-manager-psyd-program
11/30/2023: Event Planner, Operations
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999947859556-event-planner-operations
11/30/2023: Assistant Director of Financial Aid
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/4ae9dbeb-00d2-46ec-95d8-eb83308bc6d5-assistant-director-of-financial-aid

Search Augsburg Job Postings

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

11/30/2023: Student: Writing Center Tutor, Spring 2024
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999947910363-student-writing-center-tutor-spring-2024

Search Augsburg Job Postings

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

12/04/2023: Administrative Assistant, Music
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999948439041-administrative-assistant-music
12/01/2023: Program Manager, PsyD Program
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999948168806-program-manager-psyd-program
11/30/2023: Event Planner, Operations
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999947859556-event-planner-operations
11/30/2023: Assistant Director of Financial Aid
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/4ae9dbeb-00d2-46ec-95d8-eb83308bc6d5-assistant-director-of-financial-aid

Search Augsburg Job Postings

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

11/30/2023: Student: Writing Center Tutor, Spring 2024
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999947910363-student-writing-center-tutor-spring-2024

Search Augsburg Job Postings

submitted by fleigr@augsburg.edu

Hello Auggies! I am a graduate student seeking participants for a research study. I am exploring how one’s ability to recognize and regulate their own and others’ emotions may relate to feelings of depression and social disconnect. Participation in this study will involve completing a series of behavioral health inventories and a demographic screener that will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. These inventories will ask if you have experienced symptoms of depression or loneliness and ask how intensely you experience your everyday emotions. Following completion of these inventories, participants will complete a test online that will walk participants through a variety of different tasks, such as recognition of facial expressions and implied social meanings. This test will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. All participation in this study is done online from the comfort of your own home. Students are invited to participate in this study if you: (1) are between the ages of 18 and 31; (2) have not been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, schizophrenia, or a personality disorder; (3) have not experienced an interpersonally traumatic life event (i.e., assault by another human being); and (4) are not currently experiencing a major health concern (i.e., life threatening illness/injury or significant transplant/removal surgery).

For your time, participants will be entered into a random lottery drawing for one of three $100 Amazon gift cards!

If you have any questions or concerns regarding participation in this study, please contact me at fleigr@augsburg.edu. If you would like to participate in this study, please click the link below. You will be taken to a secure, online survey where you will be presented with a consent form followed by the demographic screener and brief inventories. Upon completion of these, you will be shown the link to the final assessment.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7LPN7K3
Thank you!

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

Hi all!

Don’t forget to take a moment to enjoy the little things like petting our furry friends. This will be their last visit until Spring 2024. The dogs will be here on Wednesday, December 7th from 10:30 am-11:30 am in CWC Lobby. Don’t miss this opportunity and stop by when you can 🙂

https://www.instagram.com/p/C0NIFBNrkEa/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

The Christensen Center for Vocation and Campus Ministry hosted five great vocation chapels this past semester. The following members of our Augsburg community shared parts of their vocation stories with us as part of our Uncovering Vocation Series.

Jennifer Bankers-Fulbright (Biology)
Sergio Madrid (Education)
Jad Habid (Technology)
Jennifer Diaz (Education)
Joanne Reeck (Equity and Inclusion)

Follow the link to see videos of their talks on CCV’s YouTube channel.

Uncovering Vocation Series YouTube Channel

submitted by beeskowk@augsburg.edu

Hello,
We are social work students trying to gather information about accessibility on our campus. Participation is voluntary and anonymous. We will only use this information for our class. Please email beeskowk@augsburg.edu wiith your insight.
We appreciate any feedback!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeHY6GpFI1lm2GZtahutK85I1FiBGcKORdP_Hi802fbRnbp2Q/viewform?usp=sf_link

submitted by harrisdd@augsburg.edu

My name is Dean Harris, and I am a doctoral student in the Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University. I am conducting this study as partial fulfillment of my doctoral degree, with Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith as my advisor.

You are being invited to participate in a research study on investigating influences of intrapersonal factors on the relationship between casual sex and mental health. Our study focuses on experiences of casual sex in individuals who identify as single or recently single (i.e., have not been in a relationship longer than one month). As such, if you indicated you were in a relationship for longer than one month, you do not meet our study eligibility criteria. We respect and appreciate individuals in various types of relationships, including open or ethically non-monogamous ones, but our current study’s scope is limited to investigating casual sex in those who identify as single (or recently single). If you agree to this study, I will ask you to complete a survey via Qualtrics. This survey will take approximately 20 minutes to complete. After completing all the survey questions, you will be invited, if you wish, to provide contact information to enter in the raffle to win one of three $50 gift card prizes, and/or emailed the results at the end of the study’s conclusion.

If you have any questions now or later, you may contact me, Dean Harris at 612-239-2534 or harrisdd@augsburg.edu. You can also contact my advisor, Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith at 612-330-1567 or hopkinss@augsburg.edu. If you contact me or my advisor, understand that your anonymity cannot be guaranteed; however, if you decide to participate, your data will not be connected to your name. If you have questions about your rights as a research subject or want to discuss problems/complaints about the research study, send an email to IRB@augsburg.edu.

Sincerely,
Dean Harris
Doctoral Student in Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University

Survey Link

submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu

Now accepting applications: Dec 1, 2023 – Jan 11, 2024.

What’s the program?
Travelers EDGE (Empowering Dreams for Graduation and Employment) increases access to higher education and provides students with opportunities to excel.

What are the benefits?
– Financial support (up to $14,000/year)
– Professional development
– Internship opportunities
– Mentorship
– Academic support
– Peer-to-peer support

Who are we looking for?
– Current Augsburg first-year student or high school senior planning to enroll at Augsburg in 2024-2025
– Cumulative GPA 3.0 or higher
– Planning to study one of the accepted major

What are the accepted majors?
– Accounting
– Business Administration/Management
– Communications
– Computer Science
– Economics
– Finance
– International Business
– Mathematics
– Management Information Systems
– Marketing

Interested in learning more? Attend the informational session on Mon Dec 18th from 3:00-3:45pm.

Register on Handshake for the zoom link: https://app.joinhandshake.com/stu/events/1422945

Visit our website for more information: https://careers.augsburg.edu/channels/travelers-edge/

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Ma Xiong-Nguyen at nguyenma@augsburg.edu.

submitted by johnso91@augsburg.edu

Do you know someone who has recently completed a significant project, implemented an innovative idea, or worked creatively across divisions or departments? If so, nominate them for an Auggie Pride Award today!

We are taking nominations for the fall!

The Auggie Pride Awards are part of a peer recognition program that honors individual staff members who have made a significant contribution to department, division, or University-wide goals. All nominations are submitted through an online form and considered by Staff Senate. Nominations are kept on a rolling basis throughout the Academic Year, and awards are distributed to two staff every season.

Those honored will receive a letter from Staff Senate (including some text from the nomination letters) and a $50 Visa gift card as a token of our appreciation.
Please get your nominations in by Friday, December 15th.

Auggie Pride Submission Form

Auggie Pride Submission Form

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Augsburg University held the 44th Annual Advent Vespers services this past weekend at the beautiful Central Lutheran Church in downtown Minneapolis.The theme for this year was “Oh What a Beautiful City,” calling to mind Bethlehem: The City of David; Minneapolis: The City of Water; and Paradise: The City of God. As part of Advent Vespers, we are offering a digital daily devotion throughout Advent tying to our Vespers theme using scripture texts and hymn stanzas with reflections by members of the Augsburg community. The digital version is available online.

Advent Vespers Devotional

submitted by harrisdd@augsburg.edu

My name is Dean Harris, and I am a doctoral student in the Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University. I am conducting this study as partial fulfillment of my doctoral degree, with Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith as my advisor.

You are being invited to participate in a research study on investigating influences of intrapersonal factors on the relationship between casual sex and mental health. Our study focuses on experiences of casual sex in individuals who identify as single or recently single (i.e., have not been in a relationship longer than one month). As such, if you indicated you were in a relationship for longer than one month, you do not meet our study eligibility criteria. We respect and appreciate individuals in various types of relationships, including open or ethically non-monogamous ones, but our current study’s scope is limited to investigating casual sex in those who identify as single (or recently single). If you agree to this study, I will ask you to complete a survey via Qualtrics. This survey will take approximately 20 minutes to complete. After completing all the survey questions, you will be invited, if you wish, to provide contact information to enter in the raffle to win one of three $50 gift card prizes, and/or emailed the results at the end of the study’s conclusion.

If you have any questions now or later, you may contact me, Dean Harris at 612-239-2534 or harrisdd@augsburg.edu. You can also contact my advisor, Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith at 612-330-1567 or hopkinss@augsburg.edu. If you contact me or my advisor, understand that your anonymity cannot be guaranteed; however, if you decide to participate, your data will not be connected to your name. If you have questions about your rights as a research subject or want to discuss problems/complaints about the research study, send an email to IRB@augsburg.edu.

Sincerely,
Dean Harris
Doctoral Student in Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University

Survey Link

submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu

Now accepting applications: Dec 1, 2023 – Jan 11, 2024.

What’s the program?
Travelers EDGE (Empowering Dreams for Graduation and Employment) increases access to higher education and provides students with opportunities to excel.

What are the benefits?
– Financial support (up to $14,000/year)
– Professional development
– Internship opportunities
– Mentorship
– Academic support
– Peer-to-peer support

Who are we looking for?
– Current Augsburg first-year student or high school senior planning to enroll at Augsburg in 2024-2025
– Cumulative GPA 3.0 or higher
– Planning to study one of the accepted major

What are the accepted majors?
– Accounting
– Business Administration/Management
– Communications
– Computer Science
– Economics
– Finance
– International Business
– Mathematics
– Management Information Systems
– Marketing

Interested in learning more? Attend the informational session on Mon Dec 18th from 3:00-3:45pm.

Register on Handshake for the zoom link: https://app.joinhandshake.com/stu/events/1422945

Visit our website for more information: https://careers.augsburg.edu/channels/travelers-edge/

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Ma Xiong-Nguyen at nguyenma@augsburg.edu.

submitted by wadem@augsburg.edu

The deadline to charge online bookstore purchases to your student account is Tuesday, January 23rd. Bookstore purchases can be charged to your student account in-person until Friday, January 26th.

Students are able to charge up to $750 per semester to their student account to allow you to easily utilize excess financial aid to pay for textbooks and supplies. Any balance not covered by financial aid is your responsibility. Be sure to view your monthly billing statements to know what your balance owed is.

Additional information is available on the SFS webpage.

https://www.augsburg.edu/studentfinancial/policies/bookstore-account-information-and-activation/

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Our neighbors at Camp Nenookaasi are bracing for winter and are already dealing with some cold days and even colder nights. Residents at camp have the following supply needs to help them prepare and stay safe as we head into December. I wanted to pass these along in hopes that folks in this group may be able to help or to spread the word!

Juice
Emergen C
Fruit Snacks
Pop Tarts
Menstrual hygiene products
Hygiene kits
Sleeping bags
Tarps
Flashlights
Hand warmers
Outerwear
Thermals
Socks
Gloves
Hats
Safer sex kits
Backpacks
Drawstring packs
batteries – AA and AAA
First aid supplies

Bring Contributions to camp at 13th Ave S & 23rd St

Want to help but can’t drop off materials?
Venmo @nenookaasi-camp
Cashapp $nenookaasi

Camp Nenookaasi is a community based healing camp rooted in native practices & inclusive of all unsheltered relatives. For more ways to get involved, visit https://tinyurl.com/nenookaasi-action

Thanks!

http://www.epnifarm.org
https://www.epnifarm.org/faq
https://bit.ly/EPNI-Join
https://bit.ly/EPNI-Donate
https://bit.ly/EPNI-Handouts

submitted by fleigr@augsburg.edu

Hello Auggies! I am a graduate student seeking participants for a research study. I am exploring how one’s ability to recognize and regulate their own and others’ emotions may relate to feelings of depression and social disconnect. Participation in this study will involve completing a series of behavioral health inventories and a demographic screener that will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. These inventories will ask if you have experienced symptoms of depression or loneliness and ask how intensely you experience your everyday emotions. Following completion of these inventories, participants will complete a test online that will walk participants through a variety of different tasks, such as recognition of facial expressions and implied social meanings. This test will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. All participation in this study is done online from the comfort of your own home. Students are invited to participate in this study if you: (1) are between the ages of 18 and 31; (2) have not been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, schizophrenia, or a personality disorder; (3) have not experienced an interpersonally traumatic life event (i.e., assault by another human being); and (4) are not currently experiencing a major health concern (i.e., life threatening illness/injury or significant transplant/removal surgery).

For your time, participants will be entered into a random lottery drawing for one of three $100 Amazon gift cards!

If you have any questions or concerns regarding participation in this study, please contact me at fleigr@augsburg.edu. If you would like to participate in this study, please click the link below. You will be taken to a secure, online survey where you will be presented with a consent form followed by the demographic screener and brief inventories. Upon completion of these, you will be shown the link to the final assessment.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7LPN7K3
Thank you!

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

12/01/2023: Program Manager, PsyD Program
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999948168806-program-manager-psyd-program
11/30/2023: Event Planner, Operations
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999947859556-event-planner-operations
11/30/2023: Assistant Director of Financial Aid
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/4ae9dbeb-00d2-46ec-95d8-eb83308bc6d5-assistant-director-of-financial-aid
11/27/2023: Staff Accountant
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999947204943-staff-accountant
11/27/2023: Defensive Coordinator, Football
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/25d5c089-0c61-4fea-9a29-1fa629aff290-defensive-coordinator-football

Search Augsburg Job Postings

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

11/30/2023: Student: Writing Center Tutor, Spring 2024
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999947910363-student-writing-center-tutor-spring-2024

Search Augsburg Job Postings

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

Augsburg Writing Center Tutor

Writing Center tutors will work with fellow Augsburg students, individually or in small groups, to provide guidance and assistance in writing for courses in any discipline, at all stages of the writing process. Tutors may also work with students on extra-curricular writing such as applications, personal statements, and creative work. The purpose of our Writing Center work is to help students build their skills, their confidence, and their comfort level as writers and as students. As a part of this center, tutors will learn about writing in both practical and theoretical terms—as a way of thinking, a means of communicating with others, and a practice that varies across disciplines and across social and cultural conditions, also reaching into the practical aspects of one’s career. Additionally, as members of the Writer Center team, tutors are required to attend regular meetings for continuing education and discussions about Center business.

Responsibilities

– Assist, individually or (occasionally) in small groups, students who seek help with their writing for a minimum of 5 hours a week
– Attend biweekly mandatory meetings prepared, having read or written any assigned material
– Attend two Staff workshops per academic year
– Assist in ongoing tasks (e.g., greeting students, collating data, keeping the space clean and orderly) to ensure the Center runs smoothly and efficiently
– As time allows during shifts, assist with creating Writing Center materials, conducting relevant research, marketing materials, and helping with projects such as designing the center space, assessment, and building connections across the campus community.
– Present Writing Center orientations (in the Center or in classes) on occasion
– Adhere to Writing Center policies and enforce Center rules
– Refer students to other campus resources when appropriate
– Meet with the Center Director as part of ongoing tutor evaluation and complete self-evaluations
– Maintain payroll and Center data records thoroughly and on time
– May also have opportunities to participate in specialty student and faculty development workshops
– Commit to ongoing education to improve tutoring techniques and enhance culturally responsive teaching practices

View Job Posting

submitted by vaneck@augsburg.edu

The Augsburg Biology Department’s rooftop greenhouse grows an appreciation for and deeper understanding of the plants of our planet. The greenhouse is open to the Augsburg campus community on the first Thursday of every month during the semester, from noon to 3pm. The Augsburg community is invited to come see what we’ve got growing on, enjoy the tropical atmosphere and marvel at hundreds of plant species from all over the world.

The next First Thursday is this week, December 7, noon—3pm. The greenhouse is located on the 4th floor of the Hagfors Center.

Stay updated on greenhouse events by following us on Instagram!

submitted by chandsyd@augsburg.edu

Join us for a screening and discussion of the film “Best Summer Ever”! The film tells the story (and sometimes sings the story!) of Sage and Anthony, the complexities that ensue after their summer camp romance, and the dynamics among their families and friend-groups.

As told by the producers, “’Best Summer Ever’ is an original inclusive musical featuring eight original songs and a fully integrated cast and crew of people with and without disabilities.”

Date and time: Friday, December 8, 4:00-6:00 pm
Location: Science Hall 123

Hosted by Film Club and CLASS/Disability Resources. The Augsburg Community is invited (students, faculty, staff). Snacks will be provided. For questions or accommodation needs, please contact class@augsburg.edu.

Faculty and Staff who have earned their Diversity & Inclusion Certificate may use this event to contribute to Good/Advanced Standing.

Hope to see you there!

submitted by harrisdd@augsburg.edu

My name is Dean Harris, and I am a doctoral student in the Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University. I am conducting this study as partial fulfillment of my doctoral degree, with Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith as my advisor.

You are being invited to participate in a research study on investigating influences of intrapersonal factors on the relationship between casual sex and mental health. Our study focuses on experiences of casual sex in individuals who identify as single or recently single (i.e., have not been in a relationship longer than one month). As such, if you indicated you were in a relationship for longer than one month, you do not meet our study eligibility criteria. We respect and appreciate individuals in various types of relationships, including open or ethically non-monogamous ones, but our current study’s scope is limited to investigating casual sex in those who identify as single (or recently single). If you agree to this study, I will ask you to complete a survey via Qualtrics. This survey will take approximately 20 minutes to complete. After completing all the survey questions, you will be invited, if you wish, to provide contact information to enter in the raffle to win one of three $50 gift card prizes, and/or emailed the results at the end of the study’s conclusion.

If you have any questions now or later, you may contact me, Dean Harris at 612-239-2534 or harrisdd@augsburg.edu. You can also contact my advisor, Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith at 612-330-1567 or hopkinss@augsburg.edu. If you contact me or my advisor, understand that your anonymity cannot be guaranteed; however, if you decide to participate, your data will not be connected to your name. If you have questions about your rights as a research subject or want to discuss problems/complaints about the research study, send an email to IRB@augsburg.edu.

Sincerely,
Dean Harris
Doctoral Student in Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University

Survey Link

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

Center for Counseling and Wellness, will offer a short reflection followed by mindfulness practice led by Tara Mader, Assistant Professor, Department of Health, Physical Education and Exercise Science, Center for Teaching and Learning Fellow.

Please come join us on Monday, December 4th from 10:40am-11:40am in the Marshall Room.

OPEN TO ALL (Staff, Faculty, Students)

submitted by fleigr@augsburg.edu

Hello Auggies! I am a graduate student seeking participants for a research study. I am exploring how one’s ability to recognize and regulate their own and others’ emotions may relate to feelings of depression and social disconnect. Participation in this study will involve completing a series of behavioral health inventories and a demographic screener that will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. These inventories will ask if you have experienced symptoms of depression or loneliness and ask how intensely you experience your everyday emotions. Following completion of these inventories, participants will complete a test online that will walk participants through a variety of different tasks, such as recognition of facial expressions and implied social meanings. This test will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. All participation in this study is done online from the comfort of your own home. Students are invited to participate in this study if you: (1) are between the ages of 18 and 31; (2) have not been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, schizophrenia, or a personality disorder; (3) have not experienced an interpersonally traumatic life event (i.e., assault by another human being); and (4) are not currently experiencing a major health concern (i.e., life threatening illness/injury or significant transplant/removal surgery).

For your time, participants will be entered into a random lottery drawing for one of three $100 Amazon gift cards!

If you have any questions or concerns regarding participation in this study, please contact me at fleigr@augsburg.edu. If you would like to participate in this study, please click the link below. You will be taken to a secure, online survey where you will be presented with a consent form followed by the demographic screener and brief inventories. Upon completion of these, you will be shown the link to the final assessment.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7LPN7K3
Thank you!

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

11/30/2023: Event Planner, Operations
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999947859556-event-planner-operations
11/30/2023: Assistant Director of Financial Aid
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/4ae9dbeb-00d2-46ec-95d8-eb83308bc6d5-assistant-director-of-financial-aid
11/27/2023: Staff Accountant
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999947204943-staff-accountant
11/27/2023: Defensive Coordinator, Football
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/25d5c089-0c61-4fea-9a29-1fa629aff290-defensive-coordinator-football

Search Augsburg Job Postings

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

11/30/2023: Student: Writing Center Tutor, Spring 2024
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999947910363-student-writing-center-tutor-spring-2024

Search Augsburg Job Postings

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Our neighbors at Camp Nenookaasi are bracing for winter and are already dealing with some cold days and even colder nights. Residents at camp have the following supply needs to help them prepare and stay safe as we head into December. I wanted to pass these along in hopes that folks in this group may be able to help or to spread the word!

Juice
Emergen C
Fruit Snacks
Pop Tarts
Menstrual hygiene products
Hygiene kits
Sleeping bags
Tarps
Flashlights
Hand warmers
Outerwear
Thermals
Socks
Gloves
Hats
Safer sex kits
Backpacks
Drawstring packs
batteries – AA and AAA
First aid supplies

Bring Contributions to camp at 13th Ave S & 23rd St

Want to help but can’t drop off materials?
Venmo @nenookaasi-camp
Cashapp $nenookaasi

Camp Nenookaasi is a community based healing camp rooted in native practices & inclusive of all unsheltered relatives. For more ways to get involved, visit https://tinyurl.com/nenookaasi-action

Thanks!

http://www.epnifarm.org
https://www.epnifarm.org/faq
https://bit.ly/EPNI-Join
https://bit.ly/EPNI-Donate
https://bit.ly/EPNI-Handouts

submitted by fleigr@augsburg.edu

Hello Auggies! I am a graduate student seeking participants for a research study. I am exploring how one’s ability to recognize and regulate their own and others’ emotions may relate to feelings of depression and social disconnect. Participation in this study will involve completing a series of behavioral health inventories and a demographic screener that will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. These inventories will ask if you have experienced symptoms of depression or loneliness and ask how intensely you experience your everyday emotions. Following completion of these inventories, participants will complete a test online that will walk participants through a variety of different tasks, such as recognition of facial expressions and implied social meanings. This test will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. All participation in this study is done online from the comfort of your own home. Students are invited to participate in this study if you: (1) are between the ages of 18 and 31; (2) have not been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, schizophrenia, or a personality disorder; (3) have not experienced an interpersonally traumatic life event (i.e., assault by another human being); and (4) are not currently experiencing a major health concern (i.e., life threatening illness/injury or significant transplant/removal surgery).

For your time, participants will be entered into a random lottery drawing for one of three $100 Amazon gift cards!

If you have any questions or concerns regarding participation in this study, please contact me at fleigr@augsburg.edu. If you would like to participate in this study, please click the link below. You will be taken to a secure, online survey where you will be presented with a consent form followed by the demographic screener and brief inventories. Upon completion of these, you will be shown the link to the final assessment.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7LPN7K3
Thank you!

submitted by chandsyd@augsburg.edu

Join us for a screening and discussion of the film “Best Summer Ever”! The film tells the story (and sometimes sings the story!) of Sage and Anthony, the complexities that ensue after their summer camp romance, and the dynamics among their families and friend-groups.

As told by the producers, “’Best Summer Ever’ is an original inclusive musical featuring eight original songs and a fully integrated cast and crew of people with and without disabilities.”

Date and time: Friday, December 8, 4:00-6:00 pm
Location: Science Hall 123

Hosted by Film Club and CLASS/Disability Resources. The Augsburg Community is invited (students, faculty, staff). Snacks will be provided. For questions or accommodation needs, please contact class@augsburg.edu.

Faculty and Staff who have earned their Diversity & Inclusion Certificate may use this event to contribute to Good/Advanced Standing.

Hope to see you there!

submitted by harrisdd@augsburg.edu

My name is Dean Harris, and I am a doctoral student in the Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University. I am conducting this study as partial fulfillment of my doctoral degree, with Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith as my advisor.

You are being invited to participate in a research study on investigating influences of intrapersonal factors on the relationship between casual sex and mental health. Our study focuses on experiences of casual sex in individuals who identify as single or recently single (i.e., have not been in a relationship longer than one month). As such, if you indicated you were in a relationship for longer than one month, you do not meet our study eligibility criteria. We respect and appreciate individuals in various types of relationships, including open or ethically non-monogamous ones, but our current study’s scope is limited to investigating casual sex in those who identify as single (or recently single). If you agree to this study, I will ask you to complete a survey via Qualtrics. This survey will take approximately 20 minutes to complete. After completing all the survey questions, you will be invited, if you wish, to provide contact information to enter in the raffle to win one of three $50 gift card prizes, and/or emailed the results at the end of the study’s conclusion.

If you have any questions now or later, you may contact me, Dean Harris at 612-239-2534 or harrisdd@augsburg.edu. You can also contact my advisor, Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith at 612-330-1567 or hopkinss@augsburg.edu. If you contact me or my advisor, understand that your anonymity cannot be guaranteed; however, if you decide to participate, your data will not be connected to your name. If you have questions about your rights as a research subject or want to discuss problems/complaints about the research study, send an email to IRB@augsburg.edu.

Sincerely,
Dean Harris
Doctoral Student in Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University

Survey Link

submitted by wadem@augsburg.edu

The deadline to charge online bookstore purchases to your student account is Tuesday, January 23rd. Bookstore purchases can be charged to your student account in-person through Friday, January 26th.

Students are able to charge up to $750 per semester to their student account: this allows you to easily utilize excess financial aid to pay for textbooks and supplies. Any balance not covered by financial aid is your responsibility. Be sure to view your monthly billing statements to know what your balance owed is.

Additional information is available on the SFS webpage.

submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu

Now accepting applications: Dec 1, 2023 – Jan 11, 2024.

What’s the program?
Travelers EDGE (Empowering Dreams for Graduation and Employment) increases access to higher education and provides students with opportunities to excel.

What are the benefits?
– Financial support (up to $14,000/year)
– Professional development
– Internship opportunities
– Mentorship
– Academic support
– Peer-to-peer support

Who are we looking for?
– Current Augsburg first-year student or high school senior planning to enroll at Augsburg in 2024-2025
– Cumulative GPA 3.0 or higher
– Planning to study one of the accepted major

What are the accepted majors?
– Accounting
– Business Administration/Management
– Communications
– Computer Science
– Economics
– Finance
– International Business
– Mathematics
– Management Information Systems
– Marketing

Interested in learning more? Attend the informational session on Mon Dec 18th from 3:00-3:45pm.

Register on Handshake for the zoom link: https://app.joinhandshake.com/stu/events/1422945

Visit our website for more information: https://careers.augsburg.edu/channels/travelers-edge/

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Ma Xiong-Nguyen at nguyenma@augsburg.edu.

submitted by rengifoj@augsburg.edu

Interested in earning class credit with Augsburg classmates and an Augsburg professor for a short time in May? Sign up today for one of these amazing opportunities!

***Innovation & Resistance: Photography and History in Paris and Berlin***

Travel Dates: May 15th-May 30th

Faculty Leaders: Jacqueline deVries and Christopher Houltberg

This is a 2-class program, and you’ll earn 8 credits, as well as Augsburg Experience. You’ll choose one History and one Photography course:

• HIS 195 – Topics in European History, fulfills Humanities liberal arts foundation requirement, OR

• HIS 390 – Topics in European History,

​and

• ART 133 – Introduction to Digital Photography, fulfills Fine Arts liberal arts foundation requirement, OR
• ART 333 – Advanced Digital Photography

***Explorations in Greece: Economy, Ethics and Culture***

Travel to Greece

Travel Dates: May 12 – 27, 2024

Faculty: Stella Hofrenning and Phyllis Kapetenakis

Course options: All students must choose one course:

KEY 490 – Keystone

BUS 490 – Keystone

ECO 495 available by arrangement with professors

This program also fulfills the Augsburg Experience requirement.

Visit businesses of all kinds, enjoy guest lectures from Greek business professionals and experts, visit museums, try fresh, local foods, and more!

***Arts, Culture, and Community in Cuba***

Study Abroad in Cuba in May

– fine arts class for all majors

Have the experience of a lifetime–sign up for a summer fine arts study abroad program, led by professor Beliza Torres Narvaez. Spend 12 days in Cuba this May exploring arts and culture!

Travel: May 12-23, 2024

Course: THR 295 – Topics: Arts, Culture, and Community in Cuba, (Fine Arts requirement), 4 credits fulfills Augsburg Experience, too!

Click here to learn more about the programs

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

11/27/2023: Staff Accountant
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999947204943-staff-accountant
11/27/2023: Defensive Coordinator, Football
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/25d5c089-0c61-4fea-9a29-1fa629aff290-defensive-coordinator-football

Search Augsburg Job Postings

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

11/27/2023: Staff Accountant
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999947204943-staff-accountant
11/27/2023: Defensive Coordinator, Football
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/25d5c089-0c61-4fea-9a29-1fa629aff290-defensive-coordinator-football

Search Augsburg Job Postings

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Our neighbors at Camp Nenookaasi are bracing for winter and are already dealing with some cold days and even colder nights. Residents at camp have the following supply needs to help them prepare and stay safe as we head into December. I wanted to pass these along in hopes that folks in this group may be able to help or to spread the word!

Juice
Emergen C
Fruit Snacks
Pop Tarts
Menstrual hygiene products
Hygiene kits
Sleeping bags
Tarps
Flashlights
Hand warmers
Outerwear
Thermals
Socks
Gloves
Hats
Safer sex kits
Backpacks
Drawstring packs
batteries – AA and AAA
First aid supplies

Bring Contributions to camp at 13th Ave S & 23rd St

Want to help but can’t drop off materials?
Venmo @nenookaasi-camp
Cashapp $nenookaasi

Camp Nenookaasi is a community based healing camp rooted in native practices & inclusive of all unsheltered relatives. For more ways to get involved, visit https://tinyurl.com/nenookaasi-action

Thanks!

http://www.epnifarm.org
https://www.epnifarm.org/faq
https://bit.ly/EPNI-Join
https://bit.ly/EPNI-Donate
https://bit.ly/EPNI-Handouts

submitted by harrisdd@augsburg.edu

My name is Dean Harris, and I am a doctoral student in the Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University. I am conducting this study as partial fulfillment of my doctoral degree, with Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith as my advisor.

You are being invited to participate in a research study on investigating influences of intrapersonal factors on the relationship between casual sex and mental health. Our study focuses on experiences of casual sex in individuals who identify as single or recently single (i.e., have not been in a relationship longer than one month). As such, if you indicated you were in a relationship for longer than one month, you do not meet our study eligibility criteria. We respect and appreciate individuals in various types of relationships, including open or ethically non-monogamous ones, but our current study’s scope is limited to investigating casual sex in those who identify as single (or recently single). If you agree to this study, I will ask you to complete a survey via Qualtrics. This survey will take approximately 20 minutes to complete. After completing all the survey questions, you will be invited, if you wish, to provide contact information to enter in the raffle to win one of three $50 gift card prizes, and/or emailed the results at the end of the study’s conclusion.

If you have any questions now or later, you may contact me, Dean Harris at 612-239-2534 or harrisdd@augsburg.edu. You can also contact my advisor, Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith at 612-330-1567 or hopkinss@augsburg.edu. If you contact me or my advisor, understand that your anonymity cannot be guaranteed; however, if you decide to participate, your data will not be connected to your name. If you have questions about your rights as a research subject or want to discuss problems/complaints about the research study, send an email to IRB@augsburg.edu.

Sincerely,
Dean Harris
Doctoral Student in Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University

Survey Link

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

The Minnesota Urban Debate League is a program of Augsburg University. We provide academic competitive debate programming to middle and high school students in the Twin Cities Metro.

Do you want an opportunity to complete service hours before the semester ends? We still have one opportunity. On December 8th and 9th, we will hold our championship tournament for the high school national topic season. The December 8th half of the tournament is virtual, and the December 9th half is in-person at Washington Technology Magnet School.

Judges watch students debate, listen to their arguments, choose a winner, and provide constructive feedback to the students so they can improve.

No debate experience? No problem. We will train you, and those without experience will be assigned to judge novice debates.

Sign up here:

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

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

The Minnesota State Grant provides need-based aid to Minnesota college students across our state. Minnesota legislators want to hear from students who are directly impacted by the funding of the State Grant because it helps thousands of students from low- and middle-income families afford higher education. More than 69,000 students across Minnesota receive this grant, including more than half of Augsburg undergraduate students last year!

Today from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. representatives from the Minnesota Private College Council will be in the Christensen Center lobby collecting notes from students about the impact of the State Grant. Stop by to write a short note to your legislator to help ensure current and future generations of students continue to receive this crucial support!

submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu

Interested in earning class credit with Augsburg classmates and an Augsburg professor for a short time in May? Sign up today for one of these amazing opportunities!

***Innovation & Resistance: Photography and History in Paris and Berlin***

Travel Dates: May 15th-May 30th

Faculty Leaders: Jacqueline deVries and Christopher Houltberg

This is a 2-class program, and you’ll earn 8 credits, as well as Augsburg Experience. You’ll choose one History and one Photography course:

• HIS 195 – Topics in European History, fulfills Humanities liberal arts foundation requirement, OR

• HIS 390 – Topics in European History,

​and

• ART 133 – Introduction to Digital Photography, fulfills Fine Arts liberal arts foundation requirement, OR
• ART 333 – Advanced Digital Photography

***Explorations in Greece: Economy, Ethics and Culture***

Travel to Greece

Travel Dates: May 12 – 27, 2024

Faculty: Stella Hofrenning and Phyllis Kapetenakis

Course options: All students must choose one course:

KEY 490 – Keystone

BUS 490 – Keystone

ECO 495 available by arrangement with professors

This program also fulfills the Augsburg Experience requirement.

Visit businesses of all kinds, enjoy guest lectures from Greek business professionals and experts, visit museums, try fresh, local foods, and more!

***Arts, Culture, and Community in Cuba***

Study Abroad in Cuba in May

– fine arts class for all majors

Have the experience of a lifetime–sign up for a summer fine arts study abroad program, led by professor Beliza Torres Narvaez. Spend 12 days in Cuba this May exploring arts and culture!

Travel: May 12-23, 2024

Course: THR 295 – Topics: Arts, Culture, and Community in Cuba, (Fine Arts requirement), 4 credits fulfills Augsburg Experience, too!

Click here to learn more about the programs

submitted by fleigr@augsburg.edu

Hello Auggies! I am a graduate student seeking participants for a research study. I am exploring how one’s ability to recognize and regulate their own and others’ emotions may relate to feelings of depression and social disconnect. Participation in this study will involve completing a series of behavioral health inventories and a demographic screener that will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. These inventories will ask if you have experienced symptoms of depression or loneliness and ask how intensely you experience your everyday emotions. Following completion of these inventories, participants will complete a test online that will walk participants through a variety of different tasks, such as recognition of facial expressions and implied social meanings. This test will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. All participation in this study is done online from the comfort of your own home. Students are invited to participate in this study if you: (1) are between the ages of 18 and 31; (2) have not been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, schizophrenia, or a personality disorder; (3) have not experienced an interpersonally traumatic life event (i.e., assault by another human being); and (4) are not currently experiencing a major health concern (i.e., life threatening illness/injury or significant transplant/removal surgery).

For your time, participants will be entered into a random lottery drawing for one of three $100 Amazon gift cards!

If you have any questions or concerns regarding participation in this study, please contact me at fleigr@augsburg.edu. If you would like to participate in this study, please click the link below. You will be taken to a secure, online survey where you will be presented with a consent form followed by the demographic screener and brief inventories. Upon completion of these, you will be shown the link to the final assessment.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7LPN7K3
Thank you!

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

11/27/2023: Staff Accountant
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999947204943-staff-accountant
11/27/2023: Defensive Coordinator, Football
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/25d5c089-0c61-4fea-9a29-1fa629aff290-defensive-coordinator-football
11/21/2023: Custodial Supervisor – Night Shift
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999945775866-custodial-supervisor-night-shift

Search Augsburg Job Postings

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

We are seeking an individual to join our Business Office team to complete daily and weekly cash accounting processes to ensure accurate and detailed records of all cash transactions are maintained. This position will also be responsible for completing assigned monthly close processes, preparing journal entries and reconciliations, assisting with internal management financial reports and budgeting processes, preparing and completing tax filings, and providing backup support for other areas in the accounting office.

Primary Responsibilities:

– Reconcile main bank and sub accounts weekly.
– Prepare and post journal entries to record all main bank and sub account activity weekly.
– Access bank information online and record cash activity daily in cash spreadsheets.
– Follow cash reconciliation procedures and update documentation as necessary.
– Provide reconciliation report weekly to the Accounting Manager for review and follow-up on open items as well as daily follow-up on rejected transactions, fraud notifications, and check voids.
– Review available balances in cash accounts and recommend transfers between accounts as needed
– Update cash flow summary report with daily cash receipts and expenditures by type and assist in the analysis of unusual or unexpected transactions.
– Support any audit testing of cash accounts or transactions as needed.
– Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

Additional Responsibilities:

– Monthly fixed asset reviews, asset maintenance in the fixed asset module and reconciliations.
– Perform monthly investment and accrued interest reconciliations. Maintain electronic statements and assist with monthly endowment reporting.
– Prepare monthly prepaid reconciliations.
– Reconcile third party scholarships monthly and work with student financial services to clear balances.
– Monthly reconciliation of bond, note, and interest payable accounts as well as bond amortization and trustee deposit reconciliations. Update the capital and operating leases schedules as needed.
– Upload monthly central service journal entries to ERP system as well as accounting tickets.
– Various asset and liability monthly account reconciliations as assigned.
– Perform year-end inventory counts and reconciliations.
– Prepare various budget variance analysis in support of management and financial reporting.
– Assist in the annual capital budgeting process and completion of monthly summary reporting.

Tax preparation and filing:

– Prepare and file monthly sales tax as well as annual sales tax reports.
– Process and report unclaimed property.

Provide back up support:

– Provide backup support for accounts payable or other duties as necessary.
– Other reconciliation, duties, and special projects as assigned such as work with archiving and record retention.

View Job Posting

submitted by chandsyd@augsburg.edu

Join us for a screening and discussion of the film “Best Summer Ever”! The film tells the story (and sometimes sings the story!) of Sage and Anthony, the complexities that ensue after their summer camp romance, and the dynamics among their families and friend-groups.

As told by the producers, “’Best Summer Ever’ is an original inclusive musical featuring eight original songs and a fully integrated cast and crew of people with and without disabilities.”

Date and time: Friday, December 8, 4:00-6:00 pm
Location: Science Hall 123

Hosted by Film Club and CLASS/Disability Resources. The Augsburg Community is invited (students, faculty, staff). Snacks will be provided. For questions or accommodation needs, please contact class@augsburg.edu.

Faculty and Staff who have earned their Diversity & Inclusion Certificate may use this event to contribute to Good/Advanced Standing.

Hope to see you there!

submitted by harrisdd@augsburg.edu

My name is Dean Harris, and I am a doctoral student in the Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University. I am conducting this study as partial fulfillment of my doctoral degree, with Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith as my advisor.

You are being invited to participate in a research study on investigating influences of intrapersonal factors on the relationship between casual sex and mental health. Our study focuses on experiences of casual sex in individuals who identify as single or recently single (i.e., have not been in a relationship longer than one month). As such, if you indicated you were in a relationship for longer than one month, you do not meet our study eligibility criteria. We respect and appreciate individuals in various types of relationships, including open or ethically non-monogamous ones, but our current study’s scope is limited to investigating casual sex in those who identify as single (or recently single). If you agree to this study, I will ask you to complete a survey via Qualtrics. This survey will take approximately 20 minutes to complete. After completing all the survey questions, you will be invited, if you wish, to provide contact information to enter in the raffle to win one of three $50 gift card prizes, and/or emailed the results at the end of the study’s conclusion.

If you have any questions now or later, you may contact me, Dean Harris at 612-239-2534 or harrisdd@augsburg.edu. You can also contact my advisor, Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith at 612-330-1567 or hopkinss@augsburg.edu. If you contact me or my advisor, understand that your anonymity cannot be guaranteed; however, if you decide to participate, your data will not be connected to your name. If you have questions about your rights as a research subject or want to discuss problems/complaints about the research study, send an email to IRB@augsburg.edu.

Sincerely,
Dean Harris
Doctoral Student in Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University

Survey Link

submitted by fleigr@augsburg.edu

Hello Auggies! I am a graduate student seeking participants for a research study. I am exploring how one’s ability to recognize and regulate their own and others’ emotions may relate to feelings of depression and social disconnect. Participation in this study will involve completing a series of behavioral health inventories and a demographic screener that will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. These inventories will ask if you have experienced symptoms of depression or loneliness and ask how intensely you experience your everyday emotions. Following completion of these inventories, participants will complete a test online that will walk participants through a variety of different tasks, such as recognition of facial expressions and implied social meanings. This test will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. All participation in this study is done online from the comfort of your own home. Students are invited to participate in this study if you: (1) are between the ages of 18 and 31; (2) have not been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, schizophrenia, or a personality disorder; (3) have not experienced an interpersonally traumatic life event (i.e., assault by another human being); and (4) are not currently experiencing a major health concern (i.e., life threatening illness/injury or significant transplant/removal surgery).

For your time, participants will be entered into a random lottery drawing for one of three $100 Amazon gift cards!

If you have any questions or concerns regarding participation in this study, please contact me at fleigr@augsburg.edu. If you would like to participate in this study, please click the link below. You will be taken to a secure, online survey where you will be presented with a consent form followed by the demographic screener and brief inventories. Upon completion of these, you will be shown the link to the final assessment.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7LPN7K3
Thank you!

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

Planting is back!

CWC Wellness Wednesday: Planting!
Don’t forget to join us and get yourself a mini plant that you can grow and share the love.

*Limited Supply*

Date: Wednesday, November 29th
Time: 10:30am – 11:30am
Location: CWC Lobby

https://www.instagram.com/p/Cz9wfoorQf2/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

submitted by borden@augsburg.edu

Calling Augsburg students and staff to help support this year’s Advent Vespers by giving of your time, talents, and your bright, smiling faces in service of our annual celebration of the season! We will be in person again at Central Lutheran Church and need many volunteers to assist by handing out programs, helping at the will call desk, collecting seating envelopes, and greeting guests as they arrive for each service.

Services are Friday, December 1 @ 7:00 p.m.; Saturday, December 2 @ 2:00 p.m.; and Saturday, December 2 @ 5:00 p.m. Shifts begin one hour prior, and conclude 15-minutes after each service begins. Stick around to attend the service after you’re done.

We’re counting down the days so please sign up soon!

Visit augsburg.edu/music/vespers/ for more details, and please send questions via email to vespers@augsburg.com. Thank you and we hope to see you there!

SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

The Minnesota Urban Debate League is a program of Augsburg University. We provide academic competitive debate programming to middle and high school students in the Twin Cities Metro.

Do you want an opportunity to complete service hours before the semester ends? We still have one opportunity. On December 8th and 9th, we will hold our championship tournament for the high school national topic season. The December 8th half of the tournament is virtual, and the December 9th half is in-person at Washington Technology Magnet School.

Judges watch students debate, listen to their arguments, choose a winner, and provide constructive feedback to the students so they can improve.

No debate experience? No problem. We will train you, and those without experience will be assigned to judge novice debates.

Sign up here:
https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/volunteer-opportunities/

Sign Up to Judge

submitted by harrisdd@augsburg.edu

My name is Dean Harris, and I am a doctoral student in the Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University. I am conducting this study as partial fulfillment of my doctoral degree, with Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith as my advisor.

You are being invited to participate in a research study on investigating influences of intrapersonal factors on the relationship between casual sex and mental health. Our study focuses on experiences of casual sex in individuals who identify as single or recently single (i.e., have not been in a relationship longer than one month). As such, if you indicated you were in a relationship for longer than one month, you do not meet our study eligibility criteria. We respect and appreciate individuals in various types of relationships, including open or ethically non-monogamous ones, but our current study’s scope is limited to investigating casual sex in those who identify as single (or recently single). If you agree to this study, I will ask you to complete a survey via Qualtrics. This survey will take approximately 20 minutes to complete. After completing all the survey questions, you will be invited, if you wish, to provide contact information to enter in the raffle to win one of three $50 gift card prizes, and/or emailed the results at the end of the study’s conclusion.

If you have any questions now or later, you may contact me, Dean Harris at 612-239-2534 or harrisdd@augsburg.edu. You can also contact my advisor, Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith at 612-330-1567 or hopkinss@augsburg.edu. If you contact me or my advisor, understand that your anonymity cannot be guaranteed; however, if you decide to participate, your data will not be connected to your name. If you have questions about your rights as a research subject or want to discuss problems/complaints about the research study, send an email to IRB@augsburg.edu.

Sincerely,
Dean Harris
Doctoral Student in Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University

Survey Link

submitted by fleigr@augsburg.edu

Hello Auggies! I am a graduate student seeking participants for a research study. I am exploring how one’s ability to recognize and regulate their own and others’ emotions may relate to feelings of depression and social disconnect. Participation in this study will involve completing a series of behavioral health inventories and a demographic screener that will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. These inventories will ask if you have experienced symptoms of depression or loneliness and ask how intensely you experience your everyday emotions. Following completion of these inventories, participants will complete a test online that will walk participants through a variety of different tasks, such as recognition of facial expressions and implied social meanings. This test will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. All participation in this study is done online from the comfort of your own home. Students are invited to participate in this study if you: (1) are between the ages of 18 and 31; (2) have not been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, schizophrenia, or a personality disorder; (3) have not experienced an interpersonally traumatic life event (i.e., assault by another human being); and (4) are not currently experiencing a major health concern (i.e., life threatening illness/injury or significant transplant/removal surgery).

For your time, participants will be entered into a random lottery drawing for one of three $100 Amazon gift cards!

If you have any questions or concerns regarding participation in this study, please contact me at fleigr@augsburg.edu. If you would like to participate in this study, please click the link below. You will be taken to a secure, online survey where you will be presented with a consent form followed by the demographic screener and brief inventories. Upon completion of these, you will be shown the link to the final assessment.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7LPN7K3
Thank you!

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

11/21/2023: Custodial Supervisor – Night Shift
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999945775866-custodial-supervisor-night-shift

Search Augsburg Job Postings

submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu

The PRISM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Funded by the National Science Foundation, PRISM Scholars receive scholarships of up to $5,000 per semester. Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:
– Enrolled at least half-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, biochemistry, chemistry, data science, computer science, mathematics, or physics)
– Within 5 semesters of graduating with a STEM degree as of Spring 2024 (graduating by May ‘26)
– Major GPA of 2.75 or higher
– U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or admitted refugee
– Demonstrated financial need as determined by financial aid status (Pell or MN State grant eligible or equivalent)

Application deadline: Tuesday, November 28th at 11:59pm
Faculty reference deadline: Wednesday, December 6th (applicants should get permission from one faculty member to serve as their reference and name them in their application).

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

To apply, visit: https://admissions.augsburg.edu/apply/?sr=1613e20d-1114-4b0e-a4fb-d7cca4474e2
For more information, go to: https://www.augsburg.edu/stem/prism/
Questions? Contact: stem@augsburg.edu

The PRISM Scholarship Program is funded through NSF Award #2030638 through August 2025. Scholarships awarded Fall 2025 and beyond are contingent on continued funding.

Funding for PRISM is provided through the National Science Foundation (NSF) S-STEM program which provides support for high-achieving STEM students with financial need at Augsburg University, Century College, Minneapolis College, and Normandale Community College.

submitted by harrisdd@augsburg.edu

My name is Dean Harris, and I am a doctoral student in the Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University. I am conducting this study as partial fulfillment of my doctoral degree, with Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith as my advisor.

You are being invited to participate in a research study on investigating influences of intrapersonal factors on the relationship between casual sex and mental health. Our study focuses on experiences of casual sex in individuals who identify as single or recently single (i.e., have not been in a relationship longer than one month). As such, if you indicated you were in a relationship for longer than one month, you do not meet our study eligibility criteria. We respect and appreciate individuals in various types of relationships, including open or ethically non-monogamous ones, but our current study’s scope is limited to investigating casual sex in those who identify as single (or recently single). If you agree to this study, I will ask you to complete a survey via Qualtrics. This survey will take approximately 20 minutes to complete. After completing all the survey questions, you will be invited, if you wish, to provide contact information to enter in the raffle to win one of three $50 gift card prizes, and/or emailed the results at the end of the study’s conclusion.

If you have any questions now or later, you may contact me, Dean Harris at 612-239-2534 or harrisdd@augsburg.edu. You can also contact my advisor, Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith at 612-330-1567 or hopkinss@augsburg.edu. If you contact me or my advisor, understand that your anonymity cannot be guaranteed; however, if you decide to participate, your data will not be connected to your name. If you have questions about your rights as a research subject or want to discuss problems/complaints about the research study, send an email to IRB@augsburg.edu.

Sincerely,
Dean Harris
Doctoral Student in Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University

Survey Link

submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu

The PRISM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Funded by the National Science Foundation, PRISM Scholars receive scholarships of up to $5,000 per semester. Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:
– Enrolled at least half-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, biochemistry, chemistry, data science, computer science, mathematics, or physics)
– Within 5 semesters of graduating with a STEM degree as of Spring 2024 (graduating by May ‘26)
– Major GPA of 2.75 or higher
– U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or admitted refugee
– Demonstrated financial need as determined by financial aid status (Pell or MN State grant eligible or equivalent)

Application deadline: Tuesday, November 28th at 11:59pm
Faculty reference deadline: Wednesday, December 6th (applicants should get permission from one faculty member to serve as their reference and name them in their application).

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

To apply, visit: https://admissions.augsburg.edu/apply/?sr=1613e20d-1114-4b0e-a4fb-d7cca4474e2
For more information, go to: https://www.augsburg.edu/stem/prism/
Questions? Contact: stem@augsburg.edu

The PRISM Scholarship Program is funded through NSF Award #2030638 through August 2025. Scholarships awarded Fall 2025 and beyond are contingent on continued funding.

Funding for PRISM is provided through the National Science Foundation (NSF) S-STEM program which provides support for high-achieving STEM students with financial need at Augsburg University, Century College, Minneapolis College, and Normandale Community College.

submitted by beeskowk@augsburg.edu

Hello,
We are social work students trying to gather information about accessibility on our campus for a class assignment. Participation is voluntary and anonymous. We will only use this information for our class. Please email beeskowk@augsburg.edu with your thoughts about accessibility on campus.
We appreciate any feedback!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeHY6GpFI1lm2GZtahutK85I1FiBGcKORdP_Hi802fbRnbp2Q/viewform?usp=sf_link

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

Center for Counseling and Wellness, will offer a short reflection followed by mindfulness practice led by Tara Mader, Assistant Professor, Department of Health, Physical Education and Exercise Science, Center for Teaching and Learning Fellow.

Please come join us on Monday, November 27th from 10:40am-11:40am in the Chapel.

OPEN TO ALL (Staff, Faculty, Students)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

11/21/2023: Custodial Supervisor – Night Shift
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999945775866-custodial-supervisor-night-shift
11/15/2023: Public Safety Officer – Hiring Bonus
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999944433863-public-safety-officer-hiring-bonus

Search Augsburg Job Postings

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

11/15/2023: Student: Institutional Advancement Office Assistant
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999944409169-student-institutional-advancement-office-assistant

Search Augsburg Job Postings

submitted by fleigr@augsburg.edu

Hello Auggies! I am a graduate student seeking participants for a research study. I am exploring how one’s ability to recognize and regulate their own and others’ emotions may relate to feelings of depression and social disconnect. Participation in this study will involve completing a series of behavioral health inventories and a demographic screener that will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. These inventories will ask if you have experienced symptoms of depression or loneliness and ask how intensely you experience your everyday emotions. Following completion of these inventories, participants will complete a test online that will walk participants through a variety of different tasks, such as recognition of facial expressions and implied social meanings. This test will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. All participation in this study is done online from the comfort of your own home. Students are invited to participate in this study if you: (1) are between the ages of 18 and 31; (2) have not been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, schizophrenia, or a personality disorder; (3) have not experienced an interpersonally traumatic life event (i.e., assault by another human being); and (4) are not currently experiencing a major health concern (i.e., life threatening illness/injury or significant transplant/removal surgery).

For your time, participants will be entered into a random lottery drawing for one of three $100 Amazon gift cards!

If you have any questions or concerns regarding participation in this study, please contact me at fleigr@augsburg.edu. If you would like to participate in this study, please click the link below. You will be taken to a secure, online survey where you will be presented with a consent form followed by the demographic screener and brief inventories. Upon completion of these, you will be shown the link to the final assessment.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7LPN7K3
Thank you!

submitted by holleric@augsburg.edu

Lindell Library closes at 6 PM on Wednesday, and remains closed Thursday, Friday and Saturday in honor of the Thanksgiving holiday. Our regular hours resume Sunday, November 26 at 5 PM.

Library hours

submitted by fleigr@augsburg.edu

Hello Auggies! I am a graduate student seeking participants for a research study. I am exploring how one’s ability to recognize and regulate their own and others’ emotions may relate to feelings of depression and social disconnect. Participation in this study will involve completing a series of behavioral health inventories and a demographic screener that will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. These inventories will ask if you have experienced symptoms of depression or loneliness and ask how intensely you experience your everyday emotions. Following completion of these inventories, participants will complete a test online that will walk participants through a variety of different tasks, such as recognition of facial expressions and implied social meanings. This test will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. All participation in this study is done online from the comfort of your own home. Students are invited to participate in this study if you: (1) are between the ages of 18 and 31; (2) have not been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, schizophrenia, or a personality disorder; (3) have not experienced an interpersonally traumatic life event (i.e., assault by another human being); and (4) are not currently experiencing a major health concern (i.e., life threatening illness/injury or significant transplant/removal surgery).

For your time, participants will be entered into a random lottery drawing for one of three $100 Amazon gift cards!

If you have any questions or concerns regarding participation in this study, please contact me at fleigr@augsburg.edu. If you would like to participate in this study, please click the link below. You will be taken to a secure, online survey where you will be presented with a consent form followed by the demographic screener and brief inventories. Upon completion of these, you will be shown the link to the final assessment.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7LPN7K3
Thank you!

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

As a reminder, there will be no A-mail on Thursday, November 23 and Friday, November 24 due to the Thanksgiving Day holiday. A-mail will resume on Monday, November 27.

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

CWC Wellness Wednesday: Bean Art 🙂
If you are curious and like arts or painting, don’t forget to stop by and join in our next Wellness Wednesday using the bean to create art.

Location: CWC Lobby
Time: 10:30-11:30am
Date: Wednesday, November 22nd

https://www.instagram.com/p/Czt8_OZuEsq/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

submitted by grewe@augsburg.edu

The Dining Commons, Einstein’s, Nabo, and Kafe Kafeega will all close on Wednesday, November 22 at 1:30 p.m.

The Dining Commons will reopen for dinner on Sunday, November 26. Einstein’s, Nabo, and Kafe Kafeega will reopen for normal hours on Monday, November 27.

The Dean of Students Office, Residence Life, Campus Cupboard, International Student Services, and the Food Lab to make sure that students who are staying on campus have access to a kitchen if needed (especially those living in Urness) as well as knowledge about Campus Cupboard hours immediately before and during the Thanksgiving break.

Residential students, you will be notified of these hours and available resources if you’re staying on campus during the break. If you have any questions, contact Dean of Students Mike Grewe at grewe@augsburg.edu.

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Augsburg’s Dining Services is currently testing a new online ordering system at Nabo with a small group of students, staff, and faculty. We appreciate your patience if you experience any changes in service at Nabo from November 20-22.

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

11/15/2023: Public Safety Officer – Hiring Bonus
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999944433863-public-safety-officer-hiring-bonus

Search Augsburg Job Postings

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

11/15/2023: Student: Institutional Advancement Office Assistant
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999944409169-student-institutional-advancement-office-assistant
11/14/2023: Student: Multicultural Life/LatinX Student Services
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999944225653-student-multicultural-life-latinx-student-services

Search Augsburg Job Postings

submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu

The Strommen Center will be closed on Wednesday 11/22 and for the holiday day break. We look forward to opening on Monday 11/27 for appointments or walk-ins.

submitted by harrisdd@augsburg.edu

My name is Dean Harris, and I am a doctoral student in the Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University. I am conducting this study as partial fulfillment of my doctoral degree, with Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith as my advisor.

You are being invited to participate in a research study on investigating influences of intrapersonal factors on the relationship between casual sex and mental health. Our study focuses on experiences of casual sex in individuals who identify as single or recently single (i.e., have not been in a relationship longer than one month). As such, if you indicated you were in a relationship for longer than one month, you do not meet our study eligibility criteria. We respect and appreciate individuals in various types of relationships, including open or ethically non-monogamous ones, but our current study’s scope is limited to investigating casual sex in those who identify as single (or recently single). If you agree to this study, I will ask you to complete a survey via Qualtrics. This survey will take approximately 20 minutes to complete. After completing all the survey questions, you will be invited, if you wish, to provide contact information to enter in the raffle to win one of three $50 gift card prizes, and/or emailed the results at the end of the study’s conclusion.

If you have any questions now or later, you may contact me, Dean Harris at 612-239-2534 or harrisdd@augsburg.edu. You can also contact my advisor, Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith at 612-330-1567 or hopkinss@augsburg.edu. If you contact me or my advisor, understand that your anonymity cannot be guaranteed; however, if you decide to participate, your data will not be connected to your name. If you have questions about your rights as a research subject or want to discuss problems/complaints about the research study, send an email to IRB@augsburg.edu.

Sincerely,
Dean Harris
Doctoral Student in Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University

Survey Link

submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu

The PRISM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Funded by the National Science Foundation, PRISM Scholars receive scholarships of up to $5,000 per semester. Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:
– Enrolled at least half-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, biochemistry, chemistry, data science, computer science, mathematics, or physics)
– Within 5 semesters of graduating with a STEM degree as of Spring 2024 (graduating by May ‘26)
– Major GPA of 2.75 or higher
– U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or admitted refugee
– Demonstrated financial need as determined by financial aid status (Pell or MN State grant eligible or equivalent)

Application deadline: Tuesday, November 28th at 11:59pm
Faculty reference deadline: Wednesday, December 6th (applicants should get permission from one faculty member to serve as their reference and name them in their application).

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

To apply, visit: https://admissions.augsburg.edu/apply/?sr=1613e20d-1114-4b0e-a4fb-d7cca4474e2
For more information, go to: https://www.augsburg.edu/stem/prism/
Questions? Contact: stem@augsburg.edu

The PRISM Scholarship Program is funded through NSF Award #2030638 through August 2025. Scholarships awarded Fall 2025 and beyond are contingent on continued funding.

Funding for PRISM is provided through the National Science Foundation (NSF) S-STEM program which provides support for high-achieving STEM students with financial need at Augsburg University, Century College, Minneapolis College, and Normandale Community College.

submitted by harrisdd@augsburg.edu

My name is Dean Harris, and I am a doctoral student in the Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University. I am conducting this study as partial fulfillment of my doctoral degree, with Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith as my advisor.

You are being invited to participate in a research study on investigating influences of intrapersonal factors on the relationship between casual sex and mental health. Our study focuses on experiences of casual sex in individuals who identify as single or recently single (i.e., have not been in a relationship longer than one month). As such, if you indicated you were in a relationship for longer than one month, you do not meet our study eligibility criteria. We respect and appreciate individuals in various types of relationships, including open or ethically non-monogamous ones, but our current study’s scope is limited to investigating casual sex in those who identify as single (or recently single). If you agree to this study, I will ask you to complete a survey via Qualtrics. This survey will take approximately 20 minutes to complete. After completing all the survey questions, you will be invited, if you wish, to provide contact information to enter in the raffle to win one of three $50 gift card prizes, and/or emailed the results at the end of the study’s conclusion.

If you have any questions now or later, you may contact me, Dean Harris at 612-239-2534 or harrisdd@augsburg.edu. You can also contact my advisor, Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith at 612-330-1567 or hopkinss@augsburg.edu. If you contact me or my advisor, understand that your anonymity cannot be guaranteed; however, if you decide to participate, your data will not be connected to your name. If you have questions about your rights as a research subject or want to discuss problems/complaints about the research study, send an email to IRB@augsburg.edu.

Sincerely,
Dean Harris
Doctoral Student in Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University

Survey Link

submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu

The PRISM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Funded by the National Science Foundation, PRISM Scholars receive scholarships of up to $5,000 per semester. Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:
– Enrolled at least half-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, biochemistry, chemistry, data science, computer science, mathematics, or physics)
– Within 5 semesters of graduating with a STEM degree as of Spring 2024 (graduating by May ‘26)
– Major GPA of 2.75 or higher
– U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or admitted refugee
– Demonstrated financial need as determined by financial aid status (Pell or MN State grant eligible or equivalent)

Application deadline: Tuesday, November 28th at 11:59pm
Faculty reference deadline: Wednesday, December 6th (applicants should get permission from one faculty member to serve as their reference and name them in their application).

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

To apply, visit: https://admissions.augsburg.edu/apply/?sr=1613e20d-1114-4b0e-a4fb-d7cca4474e2
For more information, go to: https://www.augsburg.edu/stem/prism/
Questions? Contact: stem@augsburg.edu

The PRISM Scholarship Program is funded through NSF Award #2030638 through August 2025. Scholarships awarded Fall 2025 and beyond are contingent on continued funding.

Funding for PRISM is provided through the National Science Foundation (NSF) S-STEM program which provides support for high-achieving STEM students with financial need at Augsburg University, Century College, Minneapolis College, and Normandale Community College.

submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu

We share the sad news that Dora Anne (Frojen) Quanbeck ’49 has died. Dora was wife of Philip Quanbeck, Sr ’50, Faculty Emeritus of Religion and mother of Philip Quanbeck II, also Faculty Emeritus of Religion.

A memorial service is planned for Friday, December 15 at Bethlehem Lutheran, 4100 Lyndale Ave South, Minneapolis. Her full obituary is linked below.

Please keep Dora’s family, friends, and colleagues in your thoughts and prayers.

Obituary: Dora Anne (Frojen) Quanbeck ’49

submitted by fleigr@augsburg.edu

Hello Auggies! I am a graduate student seeking participants for a research study. I am exploring how one’s ability to recognize and regulate their own and others’ emotions may relate to feelings of depression and social disconnect. Participation in this study will involve completing a series of behavioral health inventories and a demographic screener that will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. These inventories will ask if you have experienced symptoms of depression or loneliness and ask how intensely you experience your everyday emotions. Following completion of these inventories, participants will complete a test online that will walk participants through a variety of different tasks, such as recognition of facial expressions and implied social meanings. This test will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. All participation in this study is done online from the comfort of your own home. Students are invited to participate in this study if you: (1) are between the ages of 18 and 31; (2) have not been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, schizophrenia, or a personality disorder; (3) have not experienced an interpersonally traumatic life event (i.e., assault by another human being); and (4) are not currently experiencing a major health concern (i.e., life threatening illness/injury or significant transplant/removal surgery).

For your time, participants will be entered into a random lottery drawing for one of three $100 Amazon gift cards!

If you have any questions or concerns regarding participation in this study, please contact me at fleigr@augsburg.edu. If you would like to participate in this study, please click the link below. You will be taken to a secure, online survey where you will be presented with a consent form followed by the demographic screener and brief inventories. Upon completion of these, you will be shown the link to the final assessment.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7LPN7K3
Thank you!

submitted by grewe@augsburg.edu

The Dining Commons, Einstein’s, Nabo, and Kafe Kafeega will all close on Wednesday, November 22 at 1:30 p.m.

The Dining Commons will reopen for dinner on Sunday, November 26. Einstein’s, Nabo, and Kafe Kafeega will reopen for normal hours on Monday, November 27.

The Dean of Students Office, Residence Life, Campus Cupboard, International Student Services, and the Food Lab to make sure that students who are staying on campus have access to a kitchen if needed (especially those living in Urness) as well as knowledge about Campus Cupboard hours immediately before and during the Thanksgiving break.

Residential students, you will be notified of these hours and available resources if you’re staying on campus during the break. If you have any questions, contact Dean of Students Mike Grewe at grewe@augsburg.edu.