Category: General Announcements

Scam Email: Research Opportunity

submitted by musto@augsburg.edu

You may have received an email over the last few days about a research opportunity that references the Strommen Center or staff member Gina Musto. This email did not come from the Strommen Center or any of its staff. If you received this email, please mark it as spam and cease any communication you have had with the person emailing. If they ask for bank account information or other details; stop immediately – our office will never ask for this information and no employer will ask for this via email.

Keep in mind that any communication from our office with either come through Handshake or an augsburg.edu address. For more information on how to spot scam job opportunities, please visit our resource below.

Identifying Fraudulent Job & Internship Posts Resource

PA Program Coffee Fundraiser: November 24–December 9

submitted by olsenkat@augsburg.edu

It’s that time of year – PA Program Holiday Coffee Fundraiser!

Support the PA Program, get yourself and your loved ones a gift, and help raise money for the St. Paul International Institute of Minnesota, which aids with job training and resources.

Sales goes now until December 9th.

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/augsburg-university-physician-assistant-coffee-sale

Bags are 19.50 per 12 oz of Medium Roast regular or cold brew and available for pick up Dec 15-18 in the PA breakroom in the basement of Riverside Park Plaza.

Don’t want coffee, but want to support? We accept direct donations though the site! Share with any friends and family looking for a boost this winter.

Coffe Fundraiser Flyer

Invitation to Participate in Research: Tinder Use and Mental Health Outcomes

submitted by bloyere@augsburg.edu

My name is Evan Bloyer, and I am a graduate student in the Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology program here at Augsburg University. My clinical research project is understanding how Tinder use impacts mental health outcomes, particularly self-esteem and body esteem. I have received Augsburg University’s IRB approval and am able to collect data from eligible participants. To participate, please click on the link below. Email me at bloyere@augsburg.edu for any questions or concerns. If you participate, you will be eligible for a raffle for one of four $25 Amazon gift cards.

Mental Health Survey

Want to Have a Say in Community Work on Campus? Apply for the Sabo Center’s Student Co-Design Teams

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Student Co-design teams is an initiative through Campus Compact, a national organization that supports college campuses across the U.S. with community and civic engagement. This initiative is intended to more fully and effectively embed student voice into the functioning of the university and campus culture more broadly. The Sabo Center is considering submitting an application for this program to more fully bring students into the Sabo Center Community Engagement Council (SCEC), which began meeting in Spring Semester of 2025.

Should an application be accepted, a team of 4-6 people (staff, faculty and students) would begin meeting in January of 2026. The project will require at least two hour-long meetings per month during the Spring and Fall semesters. The program begins in January 2026 and will end in May of 2027. Students will be compensated for their role with the project.

Applications are due Friday, December 5th, we need to confirm a team no later than Monday, December 1, 2025. Please fill out this short Google form to express your interest: https://forms.gle/DLk8e1GVQ8bohHnN9

Please reach out to Jenean Gilmer with any questions, gilmerje@augsburg.edu. Learn more about the program here: https://compact.org/news/introducing-student-co-design-teams-applications-open

Are you Muslim? Click Here for an Opportunity to Talk About Your Experiences

submitted by khanss@augsburg.edu

As-salamualaikum! My name is Sana Khan and I am currently a clinical psychology doctoral study student at Augsburg University. I am conducting a research study about how the mental health and religiosity of Muslim college students is impacted by Islamophobia and I would love to have you be a part of my study! The study will consist of an initial screener to make sure eligibility criteria is met and then scheduling an interview in which I ask you questions about your demographics and experience as a Muslim college student as related to Islam, religiosity, and Islamophobia. The interview should take approximately 45 minutes to an hour to complete. To thank you for your participation, upon completion of your interview, there will be an option at the end for you to enter your information to receive a $10 Visa gift card. If you are interested in participating, please contact me at my email listed below. I appreciate you taking time to consider being a part of my project. Please contact Sana Khan at khanss@augsburg.edu to determine eligibility.

Free Astrology Readings — After a Short Survey

submitted by xiongjj6@augsburg.edu

Hello! My name’s Julius and I am a student at Augsburg university! I have a research project for my English class and I am looking for people to pariticipate in my survey! It is a short and informal survey for my class, so its not asking you anything personal.

There is a completely optional choice to opt-in to receive a free astrology reading as a little “Thank You” for completeing the survey. More info in the survey!

Here is the link to the survey: https://forms.gle/6KUe8gbtLHsVt1DB8

Free Astrology Readings — After a Quick Survey (Updated)

submitted by xiongjj6@augsburg.edu

Hello! My name’s Julius and I am a student at Augsburg university! I have a research project for my English class and I am looking for people to pariticipate in my survey! It is a short and informal survey for my class, so its not asking you anything personal.

There is a completely optional choice to opt-in to receive a free astrology reading as a little “Thank You” for completeing the survey. More info in the survey!

Here is the link to the survey: https://forms.gle/6KUe8gbtLHsVt1DB8

(To those who were frustrated or bummed out that they may have missed the opportunity: This post was originally up and running early Monday morning, but got taken down due to suspected IRB violations. I had to contact and change a couple things and got everything approved by the chair of IRB, so you can now take the survey!)

Thank you!

https://forms.gle/6KUe8gbtLHsVt1DB8

New: Dungeons and Dragons Kit at the Library

submitted by cronink@augsburg.edu

Whether you’re a tabletop veteran or new to the hobby, the library’s newest addition to the board game collection is for you! Our new D&D kit includes the Player’s Handbook, the Dungeon Master’s Guide, 6 sets of dice, a DM screen, and a dry-erase grid. Students are welcome to play in the library, or to check out and take the kit home for up to a week at a time.

New Roth Contribution Options for 403(b) Plan

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

Effective January 1, 2026
We are updating our 403(b) plan to offer new retirement saving options for eligible employees.

1. New Roth Contribution Option
– What it is: You can now direct your regular employee contributions to a Roth 403(b) account.

– Roth Benefit: Contributions are made after taxes, and all qualified withdrawals (contributions + earnings) are tax-free in retirement.

– Action: You will be able to choose between the existing pre-tax option or the new Roth option beginning December 29, 2025. Employees must opt in to the Roth contribution option.

2. Mandatory Roth Catch-Up Contributions (SECURE 2.0 Act)
– Who is affected: Employees age 50 or older who had FICA wages exceeding $150,000 in 2025.

– The Change: In compliance with federal law, any catch-up contributions you elect to make in 2026 MUST be designated as Roth (after-tax). Pre-tax catch-up contributions will no longer be available to those who meet this threshold.

– Action: If this applies to you, your catch-up contributions will automatically be designated as Roth.

Want to learn more about after-tax Roth contributions?

Compare Roth & Pre-Tax Contributions: https://web.augsburg.edu/hr/2026benefits/403bRoth.pdf

TIAA Webinar
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
10:00 AM
Register at https://event.on24.com/wcc/r/5117171/0E39DBCE09AF9940483F628C85085771

Register for Roth Contribution Webinar

Want to Have a Say in Community Work on Campus? Apply for the Sabo Center’s Student Co-Design Teams

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Student Co-design teams is an initiative through Campus Compact, a national organization that supports college campuses across the U.S. with community and civic engagement. This initiative is intended to more fully and effectively embed student voice into the functioning of the university and campus culture more broadly. The Sabo Center is considering submitting an application for this program to more fully bring students into the Sabo Center Community Engagement Council (SCEC), which began meeting in Spring Semester of 2025.

Should an application be accepted, a team of 4-6 people (staff, faculty and students) would begin meeting in January of 2026. The project will require at least two hour-long meetings per month during the Spring and Fall semesters. The program begins in January 2026 and will end in May of 2027. Students will be compensated for their role with the project.

Applications are due Friday, December 5th, we need to confirm a team no later than Monday, December 1, 2025. Please fill out this short Google form to express your interest: https://forms.gle/DLk8e1GVQ8bohHnN9

Please reach out to Jenean Gilmer with any questions, gilmerje@augsburg.edu. Learn more about the program here: https://compact.org/news/introducing-student-co-design-teams-applications-open

Invitation to Participate in Research: Tinder Use and Mental Health Outcomes

submitted by bloyere@augsburg.edu

My name is Evan Bloyer, and I am a graduate student in the Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology program here at Augsburg University. My clinical research project is understanding how Tinder use impacts mental health outcomes, particularly self-esteem and body esteem. I have received Augsburg University’s IRB approval and am able to collect data from eligible participants. To participate, please click on the link below. Email me at bloyere@augsburg.edu for any questions or concerns. If you participate, you will be eligible for a raffle for one of four $25 Amazon gift cards.

Mental Health Survey

New: D&D Kit at the Library

submitted by cronink@augsburg.edu

Whether you’re a tabletop veteran or new to the hobby, the library’s newest addition to the board game collection is for you! Our new D&D kit includes the Player’s Handbook, the Dungeon Master’s Guide, 6 sets of dice, a DM screen, and a dry-erase grid. Students are welcome to play in the library, or to check out and take the kit home for up to a week at a time.

Invitation to Participate in Research: Tinder Use and Mental Health Outcomes

submitted by bloyere@augsburg.edu

My name is Evan Bloyer, and I am a graduate student in the Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology program here at Augsburg University. My clinical research project is understanding how Tinder use impacts mental health outcomes, particularly self-esteem and body esteem. I have received Augsburg University’s IRB approval and am able to collect data from eligible participants. To participate, please click on the link below. Email me at bloyere@augsburg.edu for any questions or concerns. If you participate, you will be eligible for a raffle for one of four $25 Amazon gift cards.

Mental Health Survey

Get an EDGE: Looking for First Year Students

submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu

Recruiting now for the Travelers EDGE program. This program offers scholarship, mentorship, internship, professional development and more!

Seeking first-year students with 3.0+ GPA in the following majors:
– Accounting
– Business Admin/Management
– Communicationss
– Computer Science
– Economics
– Finance
– International Business
– Math
– MIS
– Marketing

Attend an informational sessions to learn more about the program, hear from Scholars/Alumni, and get application tips!

– Thursday November 20th, 2025 | 4:30-5:30pm Hagfors 106
– Tuesday December 2nd, 2025 | 4:30-5:30pm Hagfors 150 B/C
– Wednesday December 10th, 2025 | 12-1pm On Zoom. Click link to register: https://augsburg.zoom.us/meeting/register/V4Rnu3iORUGzP5T-oN5PPw

Application and Learn More!

Are you Muslim? Click Here for an Opportunity to Talk About Your Experiences

submitted by khanss@augsburg.edu

As-salamualaikum! My name is Sana Khan and I am currently a clinical psychology doctoral study student at Augsburg University. I am conducting a research study about how the mental health and religiosity of Muslim college students is impacted by Islamophobia and I would love to have you be a part of my study! The study will consist of an initial screener to make sure eligibility criteria is met and then scheduling an interview in which I ask you questions about your demographics and experience as a Muslim college student as related to Islam, religiosity, and Islamophobia. The interview should take approximately 45 minutes to an hour to complete. To thank you for your participation, upon completion of your interview, there will be an option at the end for you to enter your information to receive a $10 Visa gift card. If you are interested in participating, please contact me at my email listed below. I appreciate you taking time to consider being a part of my project. Please contact Sana Khan at khanss@augsburg.edu to determine eligibility.

Students: Want a Say in Community/Campus Work? Apply for the Sabo Center’s Student Co-Design Teams

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Student Co-design teams is an initiative through Campus Compact, a national organization that supports college campuses across the U.S. with community and civic engagement. This initiative is intended to more fully and effectively embed student voice into the functioning of the university and campus culture more broadly. The Sabo Center is considering submitting an application for this program to more fully bring students into the Sabo Center Community Engagement Council (SCEC), which began meeting in Spring Semester of 2025.

Should an application be accepted, a team of 4-6 people (staff, faculty and students) would begin meeting in January of 2026. The project will require at least two hour-long meetings per month during the Spring and Fall semesters. The program begins in January 2026 and will end in May of 2027. Students will be compensated for their role with the project.

Applications are due Friday, December 5th, we need to confirm a team no later than Monday, December 1, 2025. Please fill out this short Google form to express your interest: https://forms.gle/DLk8e1GVQ8bohHnN9

Please reach out to Jenean Gilmer with any questions, gilmerje@augsburg.edu. Learn more about the program here: https://compact.org/news/introducing-student-co-design-teams-applications-open

Student Employee Supervisor Training – December 2

submitted by caguanas@augsburg.edu

Human Resources will be holding a training for anyone that supervises Student Employees on campus on December 2, 2025 from 1pm – 2pm.

This training will cover the following topics:
Student Eligibility
Job postings and hiring
Onboarding and Orientation
Augsburg policies and Federal Compliance
Timesheet Approvals and reminders

This training will be held via Zoom and will be recorded to be posted to the HR website. All student employee supervisors are invited to join for a refresher on these topics!

Click here to register for this training!

Are you Muslim? Click Here for an Opportunity to Talk About Your Experiences

submitted by khanss@augsburg.edu

As-salamualaikum! My name is Sana Khan and I am currently a clinical psychology doctoral study student at Augsburg University. I am conducting a research study about how the mental health and religiosity of Muslim college students is impacted by Islamophobia and I would love to have you be a part of my study! The study will consist of an initial screener to make sure eligibility criteria is met and then scheduling an interview in which I ask you questions about your demographics and experience as a Muslim college student as related to Islam, religiosity, and Islamophobia. The interview should take approximately 45 minutes to an hour to complete. To thank you for your participation, upon completion of your interview, there will be an option at the end for you to enter your information to receive a $10 Visa gift card. If you are interested in participating, please contact me at my email listed below. I appreciate you taking time to consider being a part of my project. Please contact Sana Khan at khanss@augsburg.edu to determine eligibility.

Want to Have a Say in Community Work on Campus? Apply for the Sabo Center’s Student Co-Design Teams

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Student Co-design teams is an initiative through Campus Compact, a national organization that supports college campuses across the U.S. with community and civic engagement. This initiative is intended to more fully and effectively embed student voice into the functioning of the university and campus culture more broadly. The Sabo Center is considering submitting an application for this program to more fully bring students into the Sabo Center Community Engagement Council (SCEC), which began meeting in Spring Semester of 2025.

Should an application be accepted, a team of 4-6 people (staff, faculty and students) would begin meeting in January of 2026. The project will require at least two hour-long meetings per month during the Spring and Fall semesters. The program begins in January 2026 and will end in May of 2027. Students will be compensated for their role with the project.

Applications are due Friday, December 5th, we need to confirm a team no later than Monday, December 1, 2025. Please fill out this short Google form to express your interest: https://forms.gle/DLk8e1GVQ8bohHnN9

Please reach out to Jenean Gilmer with any questions, gilmerje@augsburg.edu. Learn more about the program here: https://compact.org/news/introducing-student-co-design-teams-applications-open

Free Astrology Readings — After a Quick Survey (*UPDATED*)

submitted by xiongjj6@augsburg.edu

Hello! My name’s Julius and I am a student at Augsburg university! I have a research project for my English class and I am looking for people to pariticipate in my survey! It is a short and informal survey for my class, so its not asking you anything personal.

There is a completely optional choice to opt-in to receive a free astrology reading as a little “Thank You” for completeing the survey. More info in the survey!

Here is the link to the survey: https://forms.gle/6KUe8gbtLHsVt1DB8

(To those who were frustrated or bummed out that they may have missed the opportunity: This post was originally up and running early Monday morning, but got taken down due to suspected IRB violations. I had to contact and change a couple things and got everything approved by the chair of IRB, so you can now take the survey!)

Thank you!

https://forms.gle/6KUe8gbtLHsVt1DB8

Invitation to Participate in Research: Tinder Use and Mental Health Outcomes

submitted by bloyere@augsburg.edu

My name is Evan Bloyer, and I am a graduate student in the Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology program here at Augsburg University. My clinical research project is understanding how Tinder use impacts mental health outcomes, particularly self-esteem and body esteem. I have received Augsburg University’s IRB approval and am able to collect data from eligible participants. To participate, please click on the link below. Email me at bloyere@augsburg.edu for any questions or concerns. If you participate, you will be eligible for a raffle for one of four $25 Amazon gift cards.

Mental Health Survey

Symphony Orchestra Concert – November 21

submitted by urrizaly@augsburg.edu

The Augsburg Symphony Orchestra presents:
Heroic Harmonies: Music of Courage and Resilience
Friday, November 21, 2025
7 p.m.
Sateren Auditorium
Free

The music department invites you to an evening of orchestral music presented by the Augsburg Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Dr. Mark Elliot Bergman, featuring soloists Azariah Myart-Young, Sydney Elliot, and Andres Johnson.
This program brings together works that, in different ways, reflect on the idea of heroism. Battle inspires courage and intensity. Méditation offers a moment of inward reflection and the strength to change. Don Quixotte Burlesque playfully explores the determination, sometimes misguided, of a dreamer striving toward impossible ideals. Finally, Beethoven’s Overture to The Creatures of Prometheus embodies the heroic spirit of art itself, bringing light and inspiration to humanity.

Check out more upcoming music events.

Faculty/Staff Headshot Photos Available

submitted by selinski@augsburg.edu

Faculty and Staff headshot portraits from Wednesday, October 29 are available to download from the linked Google Drive folder. You must be logged into your Augsburg email/Google account to gain access. Any headshot photos taken before 10/29/25 have been moved into the “Archive” folder and can be accessed there.

If your headshot needs to be updated on the website, please submit a request to our Project Management System–Lytho: augsburg.ignite.inmotionnow.com

Faculty/Staff Headshot Photos Google Drive Folder

Apply for Travelers EDGE: Scholarship, Mentorship, Internship, Career Development+

submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu

Recruiting now for the Travelers EDGE program. This program offers scholarship, mentorship, internship, professional development and more!

Seeking first-year students with 3.0+ GPA in the following majors:
– Accounting
– Business Admin/Management
– Communicationss
– Computer Science
– Economics
– Finance
– International Business
– Math
– MIS
– Marketing

Attend an informational sessions to learn more about the program, hear from Scholars/Alumni, and get application tips!

– Thursday November 20th, 2025 | 4:30-5:30pm Hagfors 106
– Tuesday December 2nd, 2025 | 4:30-5:30pm Hagfors 150 B/C
– Wednesday December 10th, 2025 | 12-1pm On Zoom. Please register to get the link.

Application and More Info Here!

NEW: D&D Kit at the Library

submitted by cronink@augsburg.edu

Whether you’re a tabletop veteran or new to the hobby, the library’s newest addition to the board game collection is for you! Our new D&D kit includes the Player’s Handbook, the Dungeon Master’s Guide, 6 sets of dice, a DM screen, and a dry-erase grid. Students are welcome to play in the library, or to check out and take the kit home for up to a week at a time.

Student Employee Supervisor Training – December 2

submitted by caguanas@augsburg.edu

Human Resources will be holding a training for anyone that supervises Student Employees on campus on December 2, 2025 from 1pm – 2pm.

This training will cover the following topics:
Student Eligibility
Job postings and hiring
Onboarding and Orientation
Augsburg policies and Federal Compliance
Timesheet Approvals and reminders

This training will be held via Zoom and will be recorded to be posted to the HR website. All student employee supervisors are invited to join for a refresher on these topics!

Click here to register for this training!

Invitation to Participate in Research: Tinder Use and Mental Health Outcomes

submitted by bloyere@augsburg.edu

My name is Evan Bloyer, and I am a graduate student in the Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology program here at Augsburg University. My clinical research project is understanding how Tinder use impacts mental health outcomes, particularly self-esteem and body esteem. I have received Augsburg University’s IRB approval and am able to collect data from eligible participants. To participate, please click on the link below. Email me at bloyere@augsburg.edu for any questions or concerns. If you participate, you will be eligible for a raffle for one of four $25 Amazon gift cards.

Mental Health Survey

Engaged in a Student Success Initiative on Campus? Tell Us About It

submitted by klobassa@augsburg.edu

The Joint Student Success Committee is excited to launch the Student Success Initiatives Inventory. Our goals with this inventory include:
Conducting a comprehensive analysis of the initiatives we have in place to serve our students
Better understand where we are doing well and where we may have gaps.
Using this information to inform/refine our persistence action plan.

We are asking colleagues across campus to submit student success initiatives using this form: https://forms.gle/EekkDbehm4W4tFAH9

Our goal is to have responses in by Wednesday, Nov. 19. For a reminder of what is included in the submission form and for FAQ information, click here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a9DnX-6azIDO38ied4pmPZI6NaH_LDPCwIO9zMIzKuc/edit?usp=sharing. If you have any questions as you are completing the inventory, please reach out to Vern Klobassa (klobassa@augsburg.edu).

Focus Groups on Human Sexuality

submitted by mouakao@augsburg.edu

The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) is beginning the process of reconsideration of a subsection of the social statement on Human Sexuality: Gift and Trust. As part of this work, we are conducting focus groups to inform the development of education resources on the Lutheran understanding of conscience. If you are interested in participating, please complete the form below to help us determine if you qualify for one of the study activities and focus groups.

To learn more about the ELCA Human Sexuality-Gift and Trust Study Process, please visit: https://www.elca.org/faith/faith-and-society/current-social-writing-projects/human-sexuality-gift-and-trust-reconsiderations

Focus Group Application Form

Apply for Travelers EDGE: Scholarship, Mentorship, Internship, Career Development+

submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu

Recruiting now for the Travelers EDGE program. This program offers scholarship, mentorship, internship, professional development and more!

Seeking first-year students with 3.0+ GPA in the following majors:
– Accounting
– Business Admin/Management
– Communicationss
– Computer Science
– Economics
– Finance
– International Business
– Math
– MIS
– Marketing

Attend an informational sessions to learn more about the program, hear from Scholars/Alumni, and get application tips!

– Thursday November 20th, 2025 | 4:30-5:30pm Hagfors 106
– Tuesday December 2nd, 2025 | 4:30-5:30pm Hagfors 150 B/C
– Wednesday December 10th, 2025 | 12-1pm On Zoom. Please register to get the link.

Application and More Info Here!

Are you Muslim? Click Here for an Opportunity to Talk About Your Experiences

submitted by khanss@augsburg.edu

As-salamualaikum! My name is Sana Khan and I am currently a clinical psychology doctoral study student at Augsburg University. I am conducting a research study about how the mental health and religiosity of Muslim college students is impacted by Islamophobia and I would love to have you be a part of my study! The study will consist of an initial screener to make sure eligibility criteria is met and then scheduling an interview in which I ask you questions about your demographics and experience as a Muslim college student as related to Islam, religiosity, and Islamophobia. The interview should take approximately 45 minutes to an hour to complete. To thank you for your participation, upon completion of your interview, there will be an option at the end for you to enter your information to receive a $10 Visa gift card. If you are interested in participating, please contact me at my email listed below. I appreciate you taking time to consider being a part of my project. Please contact Sana Khan at khanss@augsburg.edu to determine eligibility.

Engaged in a Student Success Initiative on Campus? Tell Us About It

submitted by klobassa@augsburg.edu

The Joint Student Success Committee is excited to launch the Student Success Initiatives Inventory. Our goals with this inventory include:
Conducting a comprehensive analysis of the initiatives we have in place to serve our students
Better understand where we are doing well and where we may have gaps.
Using this information to inform/refine our persistence action plan.

We are asking colleagues across campus to submit student success initiatives using this form: https://forms.gle/EekkDbehm4W4tFAH9

Our goal is to have responses in by Wednesday, Nov. 19. For a reminder of what is included in the submission form and for FAQ information, click here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a9DnX-6azIDO38ied4pmPZI6NaH_LDPCwIO9zMIzKuc/edit?usp=sharing. If you have any questions as you are completing the inventory, please reach out to Vern Klobassa (klobassa@augsburg.edu).

Invitation to Participate in Research: Tinder Use and Mental Health Outcomes

submitted by bloyere@augsburg.edu

My name is Evan Bloyer, and I am a graduate student in the Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology program here at Augsburg University. My clinical research project is understanding how Tinder use impacts mental health outcomes, particularly self-esteem and body esteem. I have received Augsburg University’s IRB approval and am able to collect data from eligible participants. To participate, please click on the link below. Email me at bloyere@augsburg.edu for any questions or concerns. If you participate, you will be eligible for a raffle for one of four $25 Amazon gift cards.

Mental Health Survey

Are You Muslim? Click Here for an Opportunity to Talk About Your Experiences

submitted by khanss@augsburg.edu

As-salamualaikum! My name is Sana Khan and I am currently a clinical psychology doctoral study student at Augsburg University. I am conducting a research study about how the mental health and religiosity of Muslim college students is impacted by Islamophobia and I would love to have you be a part of my study! The study will consist of an initial screener to make sure eligibility criteria is met and then scheduling an interview in which I ask you questions about your demographics and experience as a Muslim college student as related to Islam, religiosity, and Islamophobia. The interview should take approximately 45 minutes to an hour to complete. To thank you for your participation, upon completion of your interview, there will be an option at the end for you to enter your information to receive a $10 Visa gift card. If you are interested in participating, please contact me at my email listed below. I appreciate you taking time to consider being a part of my project. Please contact Sana Khan at khanss@augsburg.edu to determine eligibility.

Apply for Travelers EDGE: Scholarship, Mentorship, Internship, Career Development

submitted by nguyenma@augsburg.edu

Recruiting now for the Travelers EDGE program. This program offers scholarship, mentorship, internship, professional development and more!

Seeking first-year students with 3.0+ GPA in the following majors:
– Accounting
– Business Admin/Management
– Communicationss
– Computer Science
– Economics
– Finance
– International Business
– Math
– MIS
– Marketing

Attend an informational sessions to learn more about the program, hear from Scholars/Alumni, and get application tips!

– Thursday November 20th, 2025 | 4:30-5:30pm Hagfors 106
– Tuesday December 2nd, 2025 | 4:30-5:30pm Hagfors 150 B/C
– Wednesday December 10th, 2025 | 12-1pm On Zoom. Please register to get the link.

Application and more info here!

Give to the Max Is This Week

submitted by jonesma@augsburg.edu

Support Augsburg during Give to the Max 2025! Your gift – of any size – helps make a difference for Augsburg students.

This year’s projects span athletics, academics, and campus/community programs. You can choose to support one project or contribute to several!

Augsburg’s community knows how to show up and make a difference. We hope you’ll join us in helping raise funds for these important projects. Give to the Max concludes this Thursday, November 20 at 11:59 p.m.

Look through the various projects or make a gift here:
https://engagement.augsburg.edu/g/auggies-give-to-the-max-2025

Give to the Max 2025

Capitol Pathways Program – Paid Internships at the State Capitol – Applications Due November 17

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

Capitol Pathways is a paid spring internship program for college students. With the long-term goal of making Minnesota state government and policymaking more representative of our diverse communities, this program provides students leadership, legislative and career readiness training alongside an immersive internship experience with an organization working in policy during the legislative session. This is a spring internship from January – May, 2025.

The application due date was extended to November 17th.

Minnesota Capitol Pathways Information & Application

Are you Muslim? Click Here to Share Some Information About Your Experience with Islamophobia

submitted by khanss@augsburg.edu

As-salamualaikum! My name is Sana Khan and I am currently a clinical psychology doctoral study student at Augsburg University. I am conducting a research study about how the mental health and religiosity of Muslim college students is impacted by Islamophobia and I would love to have you be a part of my study! The study will consist of an initial screener to make sure eligibility criteria is met and then scheduling an interview in which I ask you questions about your demographics and experience as a Muslim college student as related to Islam, religiosity, and Islamophobia. The interview should take approximately 45 minutes to an hour to complete. To thank you for your participation, upon completion of your interview, there will be an option at the end for you to enter your information to receive a $10 Visa gift card. If you are interested in participating, please contact me at my email listed below. I appreciate you taking time to consider being a part of my project. Please contact Sana Khan at khanss@augsburg.edu to determine eligibility.

Invitation to Participate in Research: Tinder Use and Mental Health Outcomes

submitted by bloyere@augsburg.edu

My name is Evan Bloyer, and I am a graduate student in the Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology program here at Augsburg University. My clinical research project is understanding how Tinder use impacts mental health outcomes, particularly self-esteem and body esteem. I have received Augsburg University’s IRB approval and am able to collect data from eligible participants. To participate, please click on the link below. Email me at bloyere@augsburg.edu for any questions or concerns. If you participate, you will be eligible for a raffle for one of four $25 Amazon gift cards.

Mental Health Survey

Sound Healing – November 18 – Free Dinner

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

Please make sure to save the date as we introduce you to the Sound Healing sessions here at Augsburg. Join us for a calm, relaxing sound soothing experience 🙂 Please use the link on our story to register. Everyone is welcomed!

Limited Attandance: 25 MAX

*DINNER WILL BE PROVIDED*

Dates: Tuesday, November 18th
Time: 6:00pm-7:30pm
Location: FOSS Chapel

Registration Link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeAJx4Zt6Om5CxLNZFY85czjNz24CqBvTM17bWVDnwUWqj_ww/viewform?usp=pp_url

Are You Muslim? Click Here to Share Some Information About Your Experience with Islamophobia

submitted by khanss@augsburg.edu

As-salamualaikum! My name is Sana Khan and I am currently a clinical psychology doctoral study student at Augsburg University. I am conducting a research study about how the mental health and religiosity of Muslim college students is impacted by Islamophobia and I would love to have you be a part of my study! The study will consist of an initial screener to make sure eligibility criteria is met and then scheduling an interview in which I ask you questions about your demographics and experience as a Muslim college student as related to Islam, religiosity, and Islamophobia. The interview should take approximately 45 minutes to an hour to complete. To thank you for your participation, upon completion of your interview, there will be an option at the end for you to enter your information to receive a $10 Visa gift card. If you are interested in participating, please contact me at my email listed below. I appreciate you taking time to consider being a part of my project. Please contact Sana Khan at khanss@augsburg.edu to determine eligibility.

Capitol Pathways Program – Paid Internships at the State Capitol – Applications Due November 17

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

Capitol Pathways is a paid spring internship program for college students. With the long-term goal of making Minnesota state government and policymaking more representative of our diverse communities, this program provides students leadership, legislative and career readiness training alongside an immersive internship experience with an organization working in policy during the legislative session. This is a spring internship from January – May, 2025.

The application due date was extended to November 17th.

Minnesota Capitol Pathways Information & Application

MN Student Teacher Grant: Priority Deadline TODAY

submitted by bjorkluw@augsburg.edu

Planning to student teach this Spring? You could receive up to $7,500 through the Minnesota Student Teacher Grant to help cover living expenses during your placement.

Priority Deadline: Friday, November 14, 2025
Applications will still be accepted after the priority deadlines, but eligible students may be placed on the waitlist. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Questions can be emailed to studentfinances@augsburg.edu

Learn more and apply here!

Invitation to Participate in Research: Tinder Use and Mental Health Outcomes

submitted by bloyere@augsburg.edu

My name is Evan Bloyer, and I am a graduate student in the Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology program here at Augsburg University. My clinical research project is understanding how Tinder use impacts mental health outcomes, particularly self-esteem and body esteem. I have received Augsburg University’s IRB approval and am able to collect data from eligible participants. To participate, please click on the link below. Email me at bloyere@augsburg.edu for any questions or concerns. If you participate, you will be eligible for a raffle for one of four $25 Amazon gift cards.

Mental Health Survey

Engaged in a Student Success Initiative on Campus? Tell Us About It

submitted by klobassa@augsburg.edu

The Joint Student Success Committee is excited to launch the Student Success Initiatives Inventory. Our goals with this inventory include:
Conducting a comprehensive analysis of the initiatives we have in place to serve our students
Better understand where we are doing well and where we may have gaps.
Using this information to inform/refine our persistence action plan.

We are asking colleagues across campus to submit student success initiatives using this form: https://forms.gle/EekkDbehm4W4tFAH9

Our goal is to have responses in by Wednesday, Nov. 19. For a reminder of what is included in the submission form and for FAQ information, click here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a9DnX-6azIDO38ied4pmPZI6NaH_LDPCwIO9zMIzKuc/edit?usp=sharing. If you have any questions as you are completing the inventory, please reach out to Vern Klobassa (klobassa@augsburg.edu).

Focus Groups on Human Sexuality

submitted by mouakao@augsburg.edu

The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) is beginning the process of reconsideration of a subsection of the social statement on Human Sexuality: Gift and Trust. As part of this work, we are conducting focus groups to inform the development of education resources on the Lutheran understanding of conscience. If you are interested in participating, please complete the form below to help us determine if you qualify for one of the study activities and focus groups.

To learn more about the ELCA Human Sexuality-Gift and Trust Study Process, please visit: https://www.elca.org/faith/faith-and-society/current-social-writing-projects/human-sexuality-gift-and-trust-reconsiderations

Focus Group Application Form

Are you Muslim? Click Here to Share Some Information About Your Experience with Islamophobia

submitted by khanss@augsburg.edu

As-salamualaikum! My name is Sana Khan and I am currently a clinical psychology doctoral study student at Augsburg University. I am conducting a research study about how the mental health and religiosity of Muslim college students is impacted by Islamophobia and I would love to have you be a part of my study! The study will consist of an initial screener to make sure eligibility criteria is met and then scheduling an interview in which I ask you questions about your demographics and experience as a Muslim college student as related to Islam, religiosity, and Islamophobia. The interview should take approximately 45 minutes to an hour to complete. To thank you for your participation, upon completion of your interview, there will be an option at the end for you to enter your information to receive a $10 Visa gift card. If you are interested in participating, please contact me at my email listed below. I appreciate you taking time to consider being a part of my project. Please contact Sana Khan at khanss@augsburg.edu to determine eligibility.

Capitol Pathways Program – Paid Internships at the State Capitol – Applications Due November 17

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

Capitol Pathways is a paid spring internship program for college students. With the long-term goal of making Minnesota state government and policymaking more representative of our diverse communities, this program provides students leadership, legislative and career readiness training alongside an immersive internship experience with an organization working in policy during the legislative session. This is a spring internship from January – May, 2025.

The application due date was extended to November 17th.

Minnesota Capitol Pathways Information & Application

Invitation to Participate in Research: Tinder Use and Mental Health Outcomes

submitted by bloyere@augsburg.edu

My name is Evan Bloyer, and I am a graduate student in the Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology program here at Augsburg University. My clinical research project is understanding how Tinder use impacts mental health outcomes, particularly self-esteem and body esteem. I have received Augsburg University’s IRB approval and am able to collect data from eligible participants. To participate, please click on the link below. Email me at bloyere@augsburg.edu for any questions or concerns. If you participate, you will be eligible for a raffle for one of four $25 Amazon gift cards.

Mental Health Survey

Graduate Nursing Program – Open for Third Party Comments

submitted by clarkk@augsburg.edu

The Augsburg University graduate nursing programs will host the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) on January 26th through January 28th, 2026, for an accreditation review of our Master’s and Doctor’s in Nursing programs. In accordance with CCNE accreditation procedures, we invite our communities of interest — faculty, students, alumni, clinical partners, consumers, and the broader community— to submit written comments regarding our academic programs (positive or negative).

As required by CCNE procedures, third-party comments will be received by CCNE until 21 days prior to the scheduled on-site evaluation (January 5, 2026). Your feedback is appreciated and valued. All third-party comments received by CCNE are considered confidential and are only shared with the evaluation team. If you would like to submit a third-party comment for a program currently under review, please submit it to thirdpartycomments@ccneaccreditation.org or write:

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
Attn: Third-Party Comments
655 K Street, NW, Suite 750
Washington, DC 20001

Open Enrollment November 3–16

submitted by freder@augsburg.edu

Open Enrollment, the annual period when benefits-eligible employees make their benefit choices for the coming year, begins Monday, November 3, and continues through Sunday, November 16. This is the only time of year when you may elect or change your benefits, unless you experience a qualifying life event.

Open Enrollment is passive this year – if you do not submit updated information, change, or waive your coverage, you will have the same coverage as 2025. However, if there are no elections to your Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare, limited purpose, or dependent care) or Health Savings Account, your elections will be zero for the 2026 benefit year.
No Action:
– Benefits plans stay the same
– FSA & Dependent Care deductions: $0 (locked in for 2026)
– HSA deductions: $0 (can change at any time)

Effective January 1, 2026, Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave (MNPFML) begins! Information sessions on Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave will be in mid-November; more information to come!

Add these events to your Google calendar! Visit the HR website sites.augsburg.edu/hr and add the Payroll and Benefits calendar.

Email hr@augsburg.edu with any questions about these events.

Open Enrollment Information

New Student Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

11/10/2025: Student: Recording Studio Manager
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000092780955-student-recording-studio-manager
11/05/2025: Student: Public Safety Dispatcher, Academic Year 2025-26
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Search Augsburg Job Postings

New Student Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

11/10/2025: Student: Recording Studio Manager
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000092780955-student-recording-studio-manager
11/05/2025: Student: Public Safety Dispatcher, Academic Year 2025-26
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000091873377-student-public-safety-dispatcher-academic-year-2025-26

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Capitol Pathways Program – Paid Internships at the State Capitol – Applications Due November 17

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

Capitol Pathways is a paid spring internship program for college students. With the long-term goal of making Minnesota state government and policymaking more representative of our diverse communities, this program provides students leadership, legislative and career readiness training alongside an immersive internship experience with an organization working in policy during the legislative session. This is a spring internship from January – May, 2025.

The application due date was extended to November 17th.

Minnesota Capitol Pathways Information & Application

Are you Muslim? Click Here to Share Some Information About Your Experience with Islamophobia

submitted by khanss@augsburg.edu

As-salamualaikum! My name is Sana Khan and I am currently a clinical psychology doctoral study student at Augsburg University. I am conducting a research study about how the mental health and religiosity of Muslim college students is impacted by Islamophobia and I would love to have you be a part of my study! The study will consist of an initial screener to make sure eligibility criteria is met and then scheduling an interview in which I ask you questions about your demographics and experience as a Muslim college student as related to Islam, religiosity, and Islamophobia. The interview should take approximately 45 minutes to an hour to complete. To thank you for your participation, upon completion of your interview, there will be an option at the end for you to enter your information to receive a $10 Visa gift card. If you are interested in participating, please contact me at my email listed below. I appreciate you taking time to consider being a part of my project. Please contact Sana Khan at khanss@augsburg.edu to determine eligibility.

Invitation to Participate in Research: Tinder Use and Mental Health Outcomes

submitted by bloyere@augsburg.edu

My name is Evan Bloyer, and I am a graduate student in the Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology program here at Augsburg University. My clinical research project is understanding how Tinder use impacts mental health outcomes, particularly self-esteem and body esteem. I have received Augsburg University’s IRB approval and am able to collect data from eligible participants. To participate, please click on the link below. Email me at bloyere@augsburg.edu for any questions or concerns. If you participate, you will be eligible for a raffle for one of four $25 Amazon gift cards.

Mental Health Survey

Mark Your Calendar – Open Enrollment November 3–16

submitted by freder@augsburg.edu

Open Enrollment, the annual period when benefits-eligible employees make their benefit choices for the coming year, begins Monday, November 3, and continues through Sunday, November 16. This is the only time of year when you may elect or change your benefits, unless you experience a qualifying life event.

Open Enrollment is passive this year – if you do not submit updated information, change, or waive your coverage, you will have the same coverage as 2025. However, if there are no elections to your Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare, limited purpose, or dependent care) or Health Savings Account, your elections will be zero for the 2026 benefit year.
No Action:
– Benefits plans stay the same
– FSA & Dependent Care deductions: $0 (locked in for 2026)
– HSA deductions: $0 (can change at any time)

Mark your calendar to attend the following Zoom information sessions. Zoom links will be provided on the Open Enrollment page of the HR website (https://sites.augsburg.edu/hr/employees/benefits/open-enrollment/)

11/11, 9:00 AM – Computer Lab (open enrollment help)
11/11, 3:30 PM – HSA Education Webinar (Hosted by NFP)

Effective January 1, 2026, Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave (MNPFML) begins! Information sessions on Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave will be in mid-November; more information to come!

Add these events to your Google calendar! Visit the HR website sites.augsburg.edu/hr and add the Payroll and Benefits calendar.

Email hr@augsburg.edu with any questions about these events.

Visit the HR Website

Capitol Pathways Program – Paid Internships at the State Capitol – Applications Due November 17

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

Capitol Pathways is a paid spring internship program for college students. With the long-term goal of making Minnesota state government and policymaking more representative of our diverse communities, this program provides students leadership, legislative and career readiness training alongside an immersive internship experience with an organization working in policy during the legislative session. This is a spring internship from January – May, 2025.

The application due date was extended to November 17th.

Minnesota Capitol Pathways Information & Application

Are you Muslim? Click Here to Share Some Information About Your Experience with Islamophobia

submitted by khanss@augsburg.edu

As-salamualaikum! My name is Sana Khan and I am currently a clinical psychology doctoral study student at Augsburg University. I am conducting a research study about how the mental health and religiosity of Muslim college students is impacted by Islamophobia and I would love to have you be a part of my study! The study will consist of an initial screener to make sure eligibility criteria is met and then scheduling an interview in which I ask you questions about your demographics and experience as a Muslim college student as related to Islam, religiosity, and Islamophobia. The interview should take approximately 45 minutes to an hour to complete. To thank you for your participation, upon completion of your interview, there will be an option at the end for you to enter your information to receive a $10 Visa gift card. If you are interested in participating, please contact me at my email listed below. I appreciate you taking time to consider being a part of my project. Please contact Sana Khan at khanss@augsburg.edu to determine eligibility.

Invitation to Participate in Research: Tinder Use and Mental Health Outcomes

submitted by bloyere@augsburg.edu

My name is Evan Bloyer, and I am a graduate student in the Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology program here at Augsburg University. My clinical research project is understanding how Tinder use impacts mental health outcomes, particularly self-esteem and body esteem. I have received Augsburg University’s IRB approval and am able to collect data from eligible participants. To participate, please click on the link below. Email me at bloyere@augsburg.edu for any questions or concerns. If you participate, you will be eligible for a raffle for one of four $25 Amazon gift cards.

Mental Health Survey

Act Now: Open Enrollment for 2026 Benefits – November 3–16

submitted by freder@augsburg.edu

Open Enrollment for 2026 benefits is here! This is your opportunity to elect or change benefits for the upcoming year. Outside of this period, you can only make changes following a qualifying life event.

Take Action!
Confirm or Update Your Benefits Elections for 2026
Elect FSA and Dependent Care contributions

No Action?
Your benefit plans remain the same as 2025
Your FSA and Dependent Care contributions will be set to $0. These can only be changed during benefit year if you have a qualifying life event.

Submit Today
You can adjust your elections anytime until the deadline. Review your options, make your choices, and submit your 2026 elections form to secure your coverage.

Upcoming Open Enrollment Information Sessions:

11/11, 9:00 AM – Computer Lab (open enrollment help)
11/11, 3:30 PM – HSA Education Webinar (Hosted by NFP)
Recorded Open Enrollment Webinar at https://sites.augsburg.edu/hr/employees/benefits/open-enrollment/

Take Action Now
Access the Enrollment Form:
Inside Augsburg > Administrative Tasks > Open Enrollment
Complete and Submit the 2026 form, even if waiving coverage, by November 16.

Open Enrollment Information

Call for Graduate Students: Help Finalize the Graduate Student Government Constitution

submitted by besterva@augsburg.edu

We’re looking for a small group of graduate students interested in helping finalize the Graduate Student Government (GSG) Constitution created by a group of graduate students this past spring and summer semesters. We need your help to get this important work done!

The Graduate Student Government Constitution is a key step in strengthening graduate student representation and collaboration across programs. This effort will also include proposing a graduate student fee to expand access to resources, professional development, and community opportunities for all graduate students. Your participation ensures these decisions reflect the needs and priorities of the graduate student body!!

If you’re interested in participating, please email schoolofhealth@augsburg.edu by Friday, November 14.

Thank you,
Vanessa Bester, EdD, PA-C
School Director

Faculty: Nominate Your Colleagues for the Strommen Faculty Fellowship

submitted by musto@augsburg.edu

The Strommen Center is launching a fellowship for faculty members! This three-day fellowship workshop will help faculty members identify the role they play in fusing career development in the Augsburg experience through curriculum development integration and, in doing so, provide equitable career development for all students. This fellowship will help develop skills in articulating how curricula aligns with the world of work and ensures that all students have access to the tools and resources necessary for post-graduation success.

Upon completion of all fellowship requirements, participating faculty will receive a $300 stipend for workshop participation and $200 for completion of career-integrated assignment or activity that the faculty members plan to implement either in the Spring 2026 semester or throughout the 2026-2027 academic year. We will celebrate their work at the end of the semester during Days in May.

The workshops run from January 13th through the 15th from 9am – 11:30am each day.

We are seeking nominations from colleagues, department chairs, and/or school directors for this opportunity. The Strommen Center will share with both the nominator and the nominee if they have been selected for the fellowship. We hope to have one faculty member for each of the five schools for this initial cohort.

Nominate Your Colleagues for the Strommen Faculty Fellowship

Custodial Department Paper Towel Installation

submitted by estradao@augsburg.edu

Tomorrow, Tuesday, the Custodial department will work with the Dalco installation team. They will be on campus updating all the paper towel dispensers with a new version from Kimberly-Clark. Half of the campus has been completed, so the team will continue tomorrow, Tuesday, in Memorial, Sverdrup, Old Science, Hagfords Luther, Gateway, Lindell Library, and Foss. We will try to finish tomorrow, but if there isn’t enough time, we will continue on Wednesday to complete the work.

New Staff Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

11/06/2025: Assistant Director, Campus Life
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000092046917-assistant-director-campus-life
10/31/2025: 2nd Shift Custodian (Full-Time)
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000091137375-2nd-shift-custodian-full-time-

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Invitation to Participate in Research: Tinder Use and Mental Health Outcomes

submitted by bloyere@augsburg.edu

My name is Evan Bloyer, and I am a graduate student in the Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology program here at Augsburg University. My clinical research project is understanding how Tinder use impacts mental health outcomes, particularly self-esteem and body esteem. I have received Augsburg University’s IRB approval and am able to collect data from eligible participants. To participate, please click on the link below. Email me at bloyere@augsburg.edu for any questions or concerns. If you participate, you will be eligible for a raffle for one of four $25 Amazon gift cards.

Mental Health Survey

Capitol Pathways Program – Paid Internships at the State Capitol – Applications Due November 17

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

Capitol Pathways is a paid spring internship program for college students. With the long-term goal of making Minnesota state government and policymaking more representative of our diverse communities, this program provides students leadership, legislative and career readiness training alongside an immersive internship experience with an organization working in policy during the legislative session. This is a spring internship from January – May, 2025.

The application due date was extended to November 17th.

Minnesota Capitol Pathways Information & Application

Faculty/Staff Headshot Photos Available

submitted by selinski@augsburg.edu

Faculty and Staff headshot portraits from Wednesday, October 29 are available to download from the linked Google Drive folder. You must be logged into your Augsburg email/Google account to gain access. Any headshot photos taken before 10/29/25 have been moved into the “Archive” folder and can be accessed there.

If your headshot needs to be updated on the website, please submit a request to our Project Management System–Lytho: augsburg.ignite.inmotionnow.com

Faculty/Staff Headshot Photos Google Drive Folder

MN Student Teacher Grant: Priority Deadline Coming Soon

submitted by bjorkluw@augsburg.edu

Planning to student teach this spring? You could receive up to $7,500 through the Minnesota Student Teacher Grant to help cover living expenses during your placement.

Priority Deadline: Friday, November 14, 2025
Applications will still be accepted after the priority deadlines, but eligible students may be placed on the waitlist. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Questions can be emailed to studentfinances@augsburg.edu

Learn more and apply here!

Capitol Pathways Program – Paid Internships at the State Capitol – Applications Due November 13

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

Capitol Pathways is a paid spring internship program for college students. With the long-term goal of making Minnesota state government and policymaking more representative of our diverse communities, this program provides students leadership, legislative and career readiness training alongside an immersive internship experience with an organization working in policy during the legislative session. This is a spring internship from January – May, 2025.

Minnesota Capitol Pathways Information & Application

It’s Give to the Max – Support Augsburg Today

submitted by jonesma@augsburg.edu

Support Augsburg University during Give to the Max 2025! Your gift – of any size – helps make a difference for Augsburg students.

This year’s projects span athletics, academics, and campus/community programs. You can choose to support one project or contribute to several!

We understand that not everyone is in a position to give financially right now. If that’s the case, there are still meaningful ways to make an impact and help spread the word:

-Share the project pages you care about on social media using #AuggiesGive
-Send a note to friends, family, or classmates about our Give to the Max efforts
-Simply talk about these projects – in conversation, email, or group chats

Augsburg’s community knows how to show up and make a difference. We hope you’ll join us in helping raise funds for these important projects. Give to the Max concludes Thursday, November 20 at 11:59 p.m.

Look through the various projects or make a gift here:
https://engagement.augsburg.edu/g/auggies-give-to-the-max-2025

Thank you!

Give to the Max 2025

Act Now: Open Enrollment for 2026 Benefits – November 3–16

submitted by freder@augsburg.edu

Open Enrollment for 2026 benefits is here! This is your opportunity to elect or change benefits for the upcoming year. Outside of this period, you can only make changes following a qualifying life event.

Take Action!
Confirm or Update Your Benefits Elections for 2026
Elect FSA and Dependent Care contributions

No Action?
Your benefit plans remain the same as 2025
Your FSA and Dependent Care contributions will be set to $0. These can only be changed during benefit year if you have a qualifying life event.

Submit Today
You can adjust your elections anytime until the deadline. Review your options, make your choices, and submit your 2026 elections form to secure your coverage.

Upcoming Open Enrollment Information Sessions:

11/6, 9:00 AM – General Open Enrollment Webinar
11/6, 3:30 PM – Computer Lab (open enrollment help)
11/11, 9:00 AM – Computer Lab (open enrollment help)
11/11, 3:30 PM – HSA Education Webinar (Hosted by NFP)
Recorded Open Enrollment Webinar at https://sites.augsburg.edu/hr/employees/benefits/open-enrollment/

Take Action Now
Access the Enrollment Form:
Inside Augsburg > Administrative Tasks > Open Enrollment
Complete and Submit the 2026 form, even if waiving coverage, by November 16.

Open Enrollment Information

Invitation to Participate in Research: Tinder Use and Mental Health Outcomes

submitted by bloyere@augsburg.edu

My name is Evan Bloyer, and I am a graduate student in the Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology program here at Augsburg University. My clinical research project is understanding how Tinder use impacts mental health outcomes, particularly self-esteem and body esteem. I have received Augsburg University’s IRB approval and am able to collect data from eligible participants. To participate, please click on the link below. Email me at bloyere@augsburg.edu for any questions or concerns. If you participate, you will be eligible for a raffle for one of four $25 Amazon gift cards.

Mental Health Survey

Are You Muslim? Click Here to Share Some Information About Your Experience with Islamophobia

submitted by khanss@augsburg.edu

As-salamualaikum! My name is Sana Khan and I am currently a clinical psychology doctoral study student at Augsburg University. I am conducting a research study about how the mental health and religiosity of Muslim college students is impacted by Islamophobia and I would love to have you be a part of my study! The study will consist of an initial screener to make sure eligibility criteria is met and then scheduling an interview in which I ask you questions about your demographics and experience as a Muslim college student as related to Islam, religiosity, and Islamophobia. The interview should take approximately 45 minutes to an hour to complete. To thank you for your participation, upon completion of your interview, there will be an option at the end for you to enter your information to receive a $10 Visa gift card. If you are interested in participating, please contact me at my email listed below. I appreciate you taking time to consider being a part of my project. Please contact Sana Khan at khanss@augsburg.edu to determine eligibility.

New Disability Advocacy in Action Course This Spring

submitted by mcgillik@augsburg.edu

Are you passionate about disability advocacy? Want to learn about disability history and gain skills in dismantling systemic ableism? Consider a course being offered for the first time this spring.

EDC 488 / Topics Course: Disability Advocacy in Action (3 credits)

Course Description:
This hands-on course is designed to support students in the Disability Advocacy Scholars (DAS) program as they engage in leadership, reflection, and systems-change work grounded in disability justice. Students will explore both historical and contemporary movements shaping disability advocacy while developing their own advocacy frameworks. They will have the opportunity to design community-based projects that promote inclusion and accessibility. Through a combination of seminars, mentorship, and reflective practice, students will connect theory to action, gaining valuable skills in collaboration, public communication, and policy awareness. This course is open to all students interested in disability studies, education, or social justice.