Category: Public Safety and Facilities Announcements

Locked Your Keys in Your Car? Call DPS

submitted by publicsafety@augsburg.edu

Locked out of your car? The Department of Public Safety now offers a vehicle unlocking service for vehicles parked in Augsburg lots or on the street on campus. This service is offered free of charge to the Augsburg community 24 hours a day.

Before unlocking a vehicle, DPS will verify that the person making the request is an Augsburg student, faculty member, staff member, or affiliated guest and that they are the registered owner of the vehicle. The requestor will also be required to fill out a waiver.

To request a vehicle unlock, call DPS at (612) 330-1717, use the CampusShield app, or stop by the dispatch center in the Urness/Mortensen Hall lobby.

Department of Public Safety Services

Vehicle Unlock Service Now Available to Augsburg Community

submitted by publicsafety@augsburg.edu

Locked out of your car? The Department of Public Safety now offers a vehicle unlocking service for vehicles parked in Augsburg lots or on the street on campus. This service is offered free of charge to the Augsburg community 24 hours a day.

Before unlocking a vehicle, DPS will verify that the person making the request is an Augsburg student, faculty member, staff member, or affiliated guest and that they are the registered owner of the vehicle. The requestor will also be required to fill out a waiver.

To request a vehicle unlock, call DPS at (612) 330-1717, use the CampusShield app, or stop by the dispatch center in the Urness/Mortensen Hall lobby.

Department of Public Safety Services

New: Motor Vehicle Unlock Service Available from DPS

submitted by publicsafety@augsburg.edu

Locked out of your car? The Department of Public Safety now offers a vehicle unlocking service for vehicles parked in Augsburg lots or on the street on campus. This service is offered free of charge to the Augsburg community 24 hours a day.

Before unlocking a vehicle, DPS will verify that the person making the request is an Augsburg student, faculty member, staff member, or affiliated guest and that they are the registered owner of the vehicle. The requestor will also be required to fill out a waiver.

To request a vehicle unlock, call DPS at (612) 330-1717, use the CampusShield app, or stop by the dispatch center in the Urness/Mortensen Hall lobby.

Department of Public Safety Services

Timely Warning: Motor Vehicle Thefts

submitted by publicsafety@augsburg.edu

In compliance with the “Timely Warning” provision of the federal Jeanne Clery Campus Security Act, Augsburg University Department of Public Safety is giving notice of a situation that represents a serious or continuing threat to students and employees of the University. This timely warning aims to provide information to aid the Augsburg community in protecting themselves after a report of a serious crime.

>>Reported Offense: Motor Vehicle Thefts:
On October 30th at approximately 10:40 PM, Public Safety was contacted regarding a motor vehicle theft from Lot L. The owner parked their vehicle in the lot on October 30th at approximately 7:30 PM and entered into the Ice Rink. When the owner returned at approximately 10:40 PM, their vehicle was missing.

Public Safety was contacted again on October 31st regarding a second motor vehicle theft. The owner reported parking their vehicle on the street in front of the Kennedy Center on October 30th at approximately 5 PM. When they returned on October 31st at approximately 11:30 AM their vehicle was missing.

>>Suspect Description:
No suspect information is available at this time.

>>Status:
DPS and the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) are currently investigating this incident. Anyone who may have information regarding this incident is urged to contact MPD or Augsburg DPS at 612-330-1717.

Learn more about this timely warning on the DPS website.

Campus Closed for Election Day Holiday—Tuesday, November 4

submitted by publicsafety@augsburg.edu

Election day is November 4th. Since it is a university holiday, most buildings on campus will be closed, with a few exceptions.

– Christensen Center: Open 5 a.m.–8 p.m. (polling location)
– Athletic Facilities: Fitness Center and Weight Room open normal hours for students (no guests); no open gym, open hockey, or open figure skating
– Sverdrup 2nd Floor Computer Lab: Open by student request only
– Lindell Library: Closed

Aside from residence halls, all other buildings will not be accessible by fob, except for faculty and staff with pre-approved access. Students will not have access to classrooms and labs without prior approval. If there are departments or organizations that would like specific areas open for specific reasons, please have those requests sent to the Department of Public Safety by Monday morning.

If you have an emergency and need to access a building that is closed on November 4, please contact DPS at (612) 330-1717; access to closed buildings will be decided on a case-by-case basis.

Campus Closed for Election Day Holiday—Tuesday, November 4

submitted by publicsafety@augsburg.edu

Election day is November 4th. Since it is a university holiday, most buildings on campus will be closed, with a few exceptions.

– Christensen Center: Open 5 a.m.–8 p.m. (polling location)
– Athletic Facilities: Fitness Center and Weight Room open normal hours for students (no guests); no open gym, open hockey, or open figure skating
– Sverdrup 2nd Floor Computer Lab: Open by student request only
– Lindell Library: Closed

Aside from residence halls, all other buildings will not be accessible by fob, except for faculty and staff with pre-approved access. Students will not have access to classrooms and labs without prior approval. If there are departments or organizations that would like specific areas open for specific reasons, please have those requests sent to the Department of Public Safety by Monday morning.

If you have an emergency and need to access a building that is closed on November 4, please contact DPS at (612) 330-1717; access to closed buildings will be decided on a case-by-case basis.

Timely Warning: Aggravated Assault and Robbery

submitted by publicsafety@augsburg.edu

In compliance with the “Timely Warning” provision of the federal Jeanne Clery Campus Security Act, Augsburg University Department of Public Safety is giving notice of a situation that represents a serious or continuing threat to students and employees of the University. This timely warning aims to provide information to aid the Augsburg community in protecting themselves after a report of a serious crime.

Reported Offense: Aggravated Assault and Robbery

On October 27, 2025, at approximately 9:25 p.m., DPS encountered an individual who was attempting to gain access into Lindell Library and Oren Gateway Center. When a DPS officer approached the individual, the individual pulled what appeared to be a knife and assaulted the officer. The officer was able to remove themselves from the individual and contact the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD). While MPD officers asked the individual to leave campus, he refused to comply, and he struck a DPS vehicle in which two DPS officers were sitting with his fist. The individual then approached a guest on University property to ask for a phone, and when it was provided, the individual ran off with the phone south on 20th Ave S across the bridge over Interstate 94.

Status

DPS and the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) are currently investigating this incident. Anyone who may have information regarding this incident is urged to contact MPD or Augsburg DPS at 612-330-1717.

Visit the DPS website for more information on this timely warning.

Temporary Handrail Installed on Si Melby Steps

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

The Si-Melby steps are now open for exiting use after the renovation of the steps has been completed. A reminder that the exterior doors are locked for safety purposes unless unlocked by DPS. A temporary handrail has been installed until the Galvanized handrails are completed and installed in the next week or two.

Temporary Handrail Installed on Si Melby Steps


submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

The Si-Melby steps are now open for exiting use after the renovation of the steps has been completed. A reminder that the exterior doors are locked for safety purposes unless unlocked by DPS. A temporary handrail has been installed until the Galvanized handrails are completed and installed in the next week or two.

Timely Warning: Hate Crime – Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property

submitted by publicsafety@augsburg.edu

In compliance with the “Timely Warning” provision of the federal Jeanne Clery Campus Security Act, the Augsburg University Department of Public Safety (DPS) is giving notice of a situation that represents a serious or continuing threat to students and employees of the University. The purpose of a timely warning is to provide information to aid the Augsburg community in protecting themselves after a report of a serious crime.

Reported Offense: Hate Crime – Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property
On September 27, 2025, at approximately 1:40 a.m., during an exterior patrol of the campus, a DPS officer discovered graffiti that had been spray-painted on the garage door of Luther Hall. This graffiti contained threatening and pejorative language towards the Somali and LGBTQIA+ communities. The graffiti was likely painted sometime between midnight and 1:40 a.m. and as of Saturday morning was already in the process of being removed.

Suspect Description
At this time, there is no description of a suspect involved in this incident. However, the graffiti matches that from the incident listed in the timely warning sent out on September 27, 2025, and the two incidents are suspected to be connected.

Status
DPS and the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) are currently investigating this incident. Anyone who may have information regarding this incident is urged to contact Augsburg DPS at 612-330-1717 or MPD.

Reporting Incidents
Augsburg asks its community members to report any and all concerns that may impact our campus community. If You See Something – Say Something. To report, please contact DPS at 612-330-1717. You can also download the CampusShield app (through Apple or Android) to message DPS. We also encourage you to utilize the resources available on the DPS website.

Safety Tips
—Keep your head up and always be aware of your surroundings.
—Call DPS or the Minneapolis Police if you see any suspicious activity.

Crime Advisory: Motor Vehicle Thefts and Motor Vehicle Tampering

submitted by publicsafety@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg community,

Since Monday, the Department of Public Safety (DPS) has received two reports of motor vehicle thefts and one report of a motor vehicle tampering. As a result of these reports, the University is issuing a crime advisory to notify the community and to share important safety tips.

Reported Offense: Motor Vehicle Tampering Incident

On September 23rd at approximately 7:53 p.m., DPS was notified that a parked vehicle was broken into on Butler Place. The owner of the vehicle stated that items were stolen.

Reported Offense: Motor Vehicle Thefts

On September 24th at approximately 2:00 a.m., DPS was notified that a Motor Vehicle Theft occurred on 22nd Avenue. Campus cameras indicated that the vehicle theft occurred at approximately 11:00 p.m. The owner of the vehicle later recovered their vehicle in a neighborhood close to campus.

On September 24th at approximately 4:45 p.m., DPS was notified that a Motor Vehicle Theft occurred on 23rd Avenue at some point after 11:40 a.m. The owner of the vehicle reported that the vehicle was recovered in Stillwater, MN.

Suspect Description

There is no suspect description.

Status

DPS is currently investigating these incidents. Anyone who may have information regarding these incidents is urged to contact the Minneapolis Police Department or Augsburg DPS at 612-330-1717.

Reporting Incidents

Augsburg asks its community members to report any and all concerns that may impact our campus community. If You See Something – Say Something. To report, please contact DPS at 612-330-1717. You can also download the Campus Shield app (through Apple or Android) to message DPS. We also encourage you to utilize the resources available on the DPS website.

If a motor vehicle accident occurs on Minneapolis-owned streets, individuals are strongly encouraged to contact MPD at 3-1-1 to file a report.

Safety Tips

— Lock your vehicle doors.
— Do not store valuables in your vehicle, and keep items in your vehicle out of sight.
— Call DPS or MPD if you see any suspicious activity.

Timely Warning: Hate Crime – Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property

submitted by publicsafety@augsburg.edu

In compliance with the “Timely Warning” provision of the federal Jeanne Clery Campus Security Act, the Augsburg University Department of Public Safety (DPS) is giving notice of a situation that represents a serious or continuing threat to students and employees of the University. The purpose of a timely warning is to provide information to aid the Augsburg community in protecting themselves after a report of a serious crime.

Reported Offense: Hate Crime – Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property
On September 25, 2025, at approximately 1:45 p.m., during an exterior patrol of the campus, a DPS officer discovered graffiti that had been spray-painted on the garage door of Luther Hall. This graffiti contained threatening and pejorative language towards the LGBTQIA+ community. The graffiti was likely painted sometime between 11:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. and has since been removed.

Suspect Description
At this time, there is no description of a suspect involved in this incident.

Status
DPS and the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) are currently investigating this incident. Anyone who may have information regarding this incident is urged to contact Augsburg DPS at 612-330-1717 or MPD.

Reporting Incidents
Augsburg asks its community members to report any and all concerns that may impact our campus community. If You See Something – Say Something. To report, please contact DPS at 612-330-1717. You can also download the CampusShield app (through Apple or Android) to message DPS. We also encourage you to utilize the resources available on the DPS website.

Safety Tips
— Keep your head up and always be aware of your surroundings.
— Call DPS or the Minneapolis Police if you see any suspicious activity.

Crime Advisory: Scam Links and Subsequent Threatening Messages

submitted by publicsafety@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg community,

Augsburg University Department of Public Safety (DPS) is issuing this crime advisory in order to increase campus awareness and encourage extra precautions to be taken in regard to safety and security.

Reported Offense(s): Scam Links and Subsequent Threatening Messages

On September 23, 2025, at approximately 3 p.m., DPS received a report that on or around September 19, 2025, an Augsburg student received a link through a GroupMe chat that purported to be about the sale of a MacBook. After clicking on the link, the student was asked to share banking account information and personal photos for various artisan-style products. The student later began receiving threats and violent imagery after attempting to block communications from the sender. The University has reason to believe that this scam link was also shared with other students.

Suspect Description:
There is not a description of the suspect who sent the link.

Status:
DPS is currently investigating this incident. Anyone who may have information regarding this incident is urged to contact Augsburg DPS at 612-330-1717.

Reporting Incidents:
Augsburg asks its community members to report any and all concerns that may impact our campus community. If You See Something – Say Something. To report, please contact the Department of Public Safety (DPS) at 612-330-1717. You can also download the CampusShield app (through Apple or Android) to message DPS. We also encourage you to utilize the resources available on the DPS website.

Safety Tips:
—Be aware of phishing scams, including those through email, text, and social media platforms.
—Do not click on links from individuals you do not know.
—Do not share your passwords, credit cards, or banking information with unknown people or websites.

Call Public Safety or the Minneapolis Police if you see any suspicious activity.

What to Do in the Event of a Medical Emergency on Campus

submitted by publicsafety@augsburg.edu

In the event of an accident, illness, or mental health crisis with a student, faculty, staff, or visitor on campus that results in an emergency, please use the following procedures as a guideline. These guidelines have been recently updated by the Department of Public Safety and may represent a change in practice for some departments.

FIRST: CALL 911. Dial 911 directly if you believe medical assistance is required. Provide the building name and floor to the emergency response dispatch. The exact street address is not needed for campus buildings.

THEN: ALERT DPS. After calling 911 (or at the same time if there is a second person available to assist), alert DPS by calling 612-330-1717 or using the Campus Shield app. DPS staff will coordinate with emergency response personnel, facilitate access to campus buildings, and provide triage support as needed before emergency services arrive.

Visit the DPS website for more information on emergency preparedness.

New DPS Process for Checking Out Keys at Dispatch

submitted by pangala@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg Community,

As we begin a new academic year, the Department of Public Safety is making some changes to our protocols. We are integrating updated technology, and managing the increased demands that naturally accompany the start of the fall semester. We are transitioning from fobs to ID Cards for freshman students and new staff. These changes strengthen our ability to serve the campus community. With transitioning from fobs to ID Cards, all individuals will be expected to show proof they are current students or staff at Augsburg University. After confirming that the student or staff are currently affiliated with the university, they will verbally request the keys they require.

A couple of the changes that will impact students and staff that request keys are as follows:

—Students and staff will be expected to leave a current (non expired) government issued picture ID when checking out keys.
—If the keys are not returned within a 24-hour window, the student or staff members’ Augsburg I.D. access card will be deactivated and only reactivated upon returning the keys to the Department of Public Safety Dispatch in the Urness/Mortensen Lobby.
—If you foresee needing a set of keys for longer than the 24-hour window, an official key request must be made in advance through the proper channels to ensure we have an adequate number of key sets available for all students, faculty, and staff.

If you have questions or concerns please reach out the the Department of Public Safety.

What to Do in the Event of a Medical Emergency on Campus

submitted by publicsafety@augsburg.edu

In the event of an accident, illness, or mental health crisis with a student, faculty, staff, or visitor on campus that results in an emergency, please use the following procedures as a guideline. These guidelines have been recently updated by the Department of Public Safety and may represent a change in practice for some departments.

FIRST: CALL 911. Dial 911 directly if you believe medical assistance is required. Provide the building name and floor to the emergency response dispatch. The exact street address is not needed for campus buildings.

THEN: ALERT DPS. After calling 911 (or at the same time if there is a second person available to assist), alert DPS by calling 612-330-1717 or using the Campus Shield app. DPS staff will coordinate with emergency response personnel, facilitate access to campus buildings, and provide triage support as needed before emergency services arrive.

Visit the DPS website for more information on emergency preparedness.

New DPS Process for Checking Out Keys at Dispatch

submitted by pangala@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg Community,

As we begin a new academic year, the Department of Public Safety is making some changes to our protocols. We are integrating updated technology, and managing the increased demands that naturally accompany the start of the fall semester. We are transitioning from fobs to ID Cards for freshman students and new staff. These changes strengthen our ability to serve the campus community. With transitioning from fobs to ID Cards, all individuals will be expected to show proof they are current students or staff at Augsburg University. After confirming that the student or staff are currently affiliated with the university, they will verbally request the keys they require.

A couple of the changes that will impact students and staff that request keys are as follows:

—Students and staff will be expected to leave a current (non expired) government issued picture ID when checking out keys.
—If the keys are not returned within a 24-hour window, the student or staff members’ Augsburg I.D. access card will be deactivated and only reactivated upon returning the keys to the Department of Public Safety Dispatch in the Urness/Mortensen Lobby.
—If you foresee needing a set of keys for longer than the 24-hour window, an official key request must be made in advance through the proper channels to ensure we have an adequate number of key sets available for all students, faculty, and staff.

If you have questions or concerns please reach out the the Department of Public Safety.

New DPS Process for Checking Out Keys at Dispatch

submitted by pangala@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg Community,

As we begin a new academic year, the Department of Public Safety is making some changes to our protocols. We are integrating updated technology, and managing the increased demands that naturally accompany the start of the fall semester. We are transitioning from fobs to ID Cards for freshman students and new staff. These changes strengthen our ability to serve the campus community. With transitioning from fobs to ID Cards, all individuals will be expected to show proof they are current students or staff at Augsburg University. After confirming that the student or staff are currently affiliated with the university, they will verbally request the keys they require.

A couple of the changes that will impact students and staff that request keys are as follows:

—Students and staff will be expected to leave a current (non expired) government issued picture ID when checking out keys.
—If the keys are not returned within a 24-hour window, the student or staff members’ Augsburg I.D. access card will be deactivated and only reactivated upon returning the keys to the Department of Public Safety Dispatch in the Urness/Mortensen Lobby.
—If you foresee needing a set of keys for longer than the 24-hour window, an official key request must be made in advance through the proper channels to ensure we have an adequate number of key sets available for all students, faculty, and staff.

If you have questions or concerns please reach out the the Department of Public Safety.

New DPS Process for Checking Out Keys at Dispatch

submitted by pangala@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg Community,

As we begin a new academic year, the Department of Public Safety is making some changes to our protocols. We are integrating updated technology, and managing the increased demands that naturally accompany the start of the fall semester. We are transitioning from fobs to ID Cards for freshman students and new staff. These changes strengthen our ability to serve the campus community. With transitioning from fobs to ID Cards, all individuals will be expected to show proof they are current students or staff at Augsburg University. After confirming that the student or staff are currently affiliated with the university, they will verbally request the keys they require.

A couple of the changes that will impact students and staff that request keys are as follows:

—Students and staff will be expected to leave a current (non expired) government issued picture ID when checking out keys.
—If the keys are not returned within a 24-hour window, the student or staff members’ Augsburg I.D. access card will be deactivated and only reactivated upon returning the keys to the Department of Public Safety Dispatch in the Urness/Mortensen Lobby.
—If you foresee needing a set of keys for longer than the 24-hour window, an official key request must be made in advance through the proper channels to ensure we have an adequate number of key sets available for all students, faculty, and staff.

If you have questions or concerns please reach out the the Department of Public Safety.

Parking Suspended Until September 6, Midnight

submitted by hartkop1@augsburg.edu

Due to the extremely high influx of requests for parking, ID badges, and general staffing issues. We have suspended parking enforcement until 9/6 at midnight in order for our department to catch up with the requests. We apologize for the inconvenience as our work to rollout the new badge IDs has taken priority.

Please note – parking enforcement being suspended is only for people who have not gotten permits yet due to the lack of response. Enforcement is still applicable for underground structures and over parking, parking in fire lanes, non-designated parking spaces, and ADA spaces(including striped zones). If your vehicle is found in those locations it is subject to ticket and immediate tow.

New DPS Process for Checking Out Keys at Dispatch

submitted by pangala@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg Community,

As we begin a new academic year, the Department of Public Safety is making some changes to our protocols. We are integrating updated technology, and managing the increased demands that naturally accompany the start of the fall semester. We are transitioning from fobs to ID Cards for freshman students and new staff. These changes strengthen our ability to serve the campus community. With transitioning from fobs to ID Cards, all individuals will be expected to show proof they are current students or staff at Augsburg University. After confirming that the student or staff are currently affiliated with the university, they will verbally request the keys they require.

A couple of the changes that will impact students and staff that request keys are as follows:

—Students and staff will be expected to leave a current (non expired) government issued picture ID when checking out keys.
—If the keys are not returned within a 24-hour window, the student or staff members’ Augsburg I.D. access card will be deactivated and only reactivated upon returning the keys to the Department of Public Safety Dispatch in the Urness/Mortensen Lobby.
—If you foresee needing a set of keys for longer than the 24-hour window, an official key request must be made in advance through the proper channels to ensure we have an adequate number of key sets available for all students, faculty, and staff.

If you have questions or concerns please reach out the the Department of Public Safety.

What to Do in the Event of a Medical Emergency on Campus

submitted by publicsafety@augsburg.edu

In the event of an accident, illness, or mental health crisis with a student, faculty, staff, or visitor on campus that results in an emergency, please use the following procedures as a guideline. These guidelines have been recently updated by the Department of Public Safety and may represent a change in practice for some departments.

FIRST: CALL 911. Dial 911 directly if you believe medical assistance is required. Provide the building name and floor to the emergency response dispatch. The exact street address is not needed for campus buildings.

THEN: ALERT DPS. After calling 911 (or at the same time if there is a second person available to assist), alert DPS by calling 612-330-1717 or using the Campus Shield app. DPS staff will coordinate with emergency response personnel, facilitate access to campus buildings, and provide triage support as needed before emergency services arrive.

Visit the DPS website for more information on emergency preparedness.

Timely Warning: Felony Theft on August 30

submitted by publicsafety@augsburg.edu

In compliance with the “Timely Warning” provision of the federal Jeanne Clery Campus Security Act, Augsburg University Department of Public Safety is giving notice of a situation that represents a serious or continuing threat to students and employees of the University. This timely warning aims to provide information to aid the Augsburg community in protecting themselves after a report of a serious crime.

Reported Offense: Felony Theft

On August 30, 2025, between 5 and 6 a.m., a felony theft of a student’s owned iPhone, MacBook, driver’s license, credit, and debit card occurred from a student’s dorm room in Mortensen Hall. A suspect was seen on security footage.

Status

DPS and the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) are currently investigating this incident. Anyone who may have information regarding this incident is urged to contact MPD or Augsburg DPS at 612-330-1717.

Visit the DPS website for more information on this timely warning.

New DPS Process for Checking Out Keys at Dispatch

submitted by pangala@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg Community,

As we begin a new academic year, the Department of Public Safety is making some changes to our protocols. We are integrating updated technology, and managing the increased demands that naturally accompany the start of the fall semester. We are transitioning from fobs to ID Cards for freshman students and new staff. These changes strengthen our ability to serve the campus community. With transitioning from fobs to ID Cards, all individuals will be expected to show proof they are current students or staff at Augsburg University. After confirming that the student or staff are currently affiliated with the university, they will verbally request the keys they require.

A couple of the changes that will impact students and staff that request keys are as follows:

—Students and staff will be expected to leave a current (non expired) government issued picture ID when checking out keys.
—If the keys are not returned within a 24-hour window, the student or staff members’ Augsburg I.D. access card will be deactivated and only reactivated upon returning the keys to the Department of Public Safety Dispatch in the Urness/Mortensen Lobby.
—If you foresee needing a set of keys for longer than the 24-hour window, an official key request must be made in advance through the proper channels to ensure we have an adequate number of key sets available for all students, faculty, and staff.

If you have questions or concerns please reach out the the Department of Public Safety.

New DPS Process for Checking Out Keys at Dispatch

submitted by pangala@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg Community,

As we begin a new academic year, the Department of Public Safety is making some changes to our protocols. We are integrating updated technology, and managing the increased demands that naturally accompany the start of the fall semester. We are transitioning from fobs to ID Cards for freshman students and new staff. These changes strengthen our ability to serve the campus community. With transitioning from fobs to ID Cards, all individuals will be expected to show proof they are current students or staff at Augsburg University. After confirming that the student or staff are currently affiliated with the university, they will verbally request the keys they require.

A couple of the changes that will impact students and staff that request keys are as follows:

—Students and staff will be expected to leave a current (non expired) government issued picture ID when checking out keys.
—If the keys are not returned within a 24-hour window, the student or staff members’ Augsburg I.D. access card will be deactivated and only reactivated upon returning the keys to the Department of Public Safety Dispatch in the Urness/Mortensen Lobby.
—If you foresee needing a set of keys for longer than the 24-hour window, an official key request must be made in advance through the proper channels to ensure we have an adequate number of key sets available for all students, faculty, and staff.

If you have questions or concerns please reach out the the Department of Public Safety.

New DPS Process for Checking Out Keys at Dispatch

submitted by pangala@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg Community,

As we begin a new academic year, the Department of Public Safety is making some changes to our protocols. We are integrating updated technology, and managing the increased demands that naturally accompany the start of the fall semester. We are transitioning from fobs to ID Cards for freshman students and new staff. These changes strengthen our ability to serve the campus community. With transitioning from fobs to ID Cards, all individuals will be expected to show proof they are current students or staff at Augsburg University. After confirming that the student or staff are currently affiliated with the university, they will verbally request the keys they require.

A couple of the changes that will impact students and staff that request keys are as follows:

—Students and staff will be expected to leave a current (non expired) government issued picture ID when checking out keys.
—If the keys are not returned within a 24-hour window, the student or staff members’ Augsburg I.D. access card will be deactivated and only reactivated upon returning the keys to the Department of Public Safety Dispatch in the Urness/Mortensen Lobby.
—If you foresee needing a set of keys for longer than the 24-hour window, an official key request must be made in advance through the proper channels to ensure we have an adequate number of key sets available for all students, faculty, and staff.

If you have questions or concerns please reach out the the Department of Public Safety.

New DPS Process for Checking Out Keys at Dispatch

submitted by pangala@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg Community,

As we begin a new academic year, the Department of Public Safety is making some changes to our protocols. We are integrating updated technology, and managing the increased demands that naturally accompany the start of the fall semester. We are transitioning from fobs to ID Cards for freshman students and new staff. These changes strengthen our ability to serve the campus community. With transitioning from fobs to ID Cards, all individuals will be expected to show proof they are current students or staff at Augsburg University. After confirming that the student or staff are currently affiliated with the university, they will verbally request the keys they require.

A couple of the changes that will impact students and staff that request keys are as follows:

—Students and staff will be expected to leave a current (non expired) government issued picture ID when checking out keys.
—If the keys are not returned within a 24-hour window, the student or staff members’ Augsburg I.D. access card will be deactivated and only reactivated upon returning the keys to the Department of Public Safety Dispatch in the Urness/Mortensen Lobby.
—If you foresee needing a set of keys for longer than the 24-hour window, an official key request must be made in advance through the proper channels to ensure we have an adequate number of key sets available for all students, faculty, and staff.

If you have questions or concerns please reach out the the Department of Public Safety.

New DPS Process for Checking Out Keys at Dispatch

submitted by pangala@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg Community,

As we begin a new academic year, the Department of Public Safety is making some changes to our protocols. We are integrating updated technology, and managing the increased demands that naturally accompany the start of the fall semester. We are transitioning from fobs to ID Cards for freshman students and new staff. These changes strengthen our ability to serve the campus community. With transitioning from fobs to ID Cards, all individuals will be expected to show proof they are current students or staff at Augsburg University. After confirming that the student or staff are currently affiliated with the university, they will verbally request the keys they require.

A couple of the changes that will impact students and staff that request keys are as follows:

—Students and staff will be expected to leave a current (non expired) government issued picture ID when checking out keys.
—If the keys are not returned within a 24-hour window, the student or staff members’ Augsburg I.D. access card will be deactivated and only reactivated upon returning the keys to the Department of Public Safety Dispatch in the Urness/Mortensen Lobby.
—If you foresee needing a set of keys for longer than the 24-hour window, an official key request must be made in advance through the proper channels to ensure we have an adequate number of key sets available for all students, faculty, and staff.

If you have questions or concerns please reach out the the Department of Public Safety.

Timely Warning: Felony Theft

submitted by publicsafety@augsburg.edu

In compliance with the “Timely Warning” provision of the federal Jeanne Clery Campus Security Act, Augsburg University Department of Public Safety is giving notice of a situation that represents a serious or continuing threat to students and employees of the University. This timely warning aims to provide information to aid the Augsburg community in protecting themselves after a report of a serious crime.

Reported Offense: Felony Theft
On August 19th 2025 at approximately 4:30 p.m., the Augsburg Department of Public Safety (DPS) received a report that there was a felony theft of nine university-owned laptops and personal clothing items from an office space and storage cabinet on the 1st floor of Lindell. Based on camera footage, it appears the suspect also attempted to gain entry into several additional offices.

Status
DPS and the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) are currently investigating this incident. Anyone who may have information regarding this incident is urged to contact MPD or Augsburg DPS at 612-330-1717.

Visit the DPS website for more information on this timely warning.

Travel Advisory: Weekend I-94 Closure in Minneapolis

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Starting at 9 p.m. on Friday, August 15, MnDOT will be closing all I-94 entrance and exit ramps between I-35W and Hwy 280, as well as the ramp from eastbound I-94 to Hwy 55.

At 10 p.m., both directions of I-94 will be fully closed in the same area. The closures are necessary to allow crews to restore pavement markings and return traffic to its permanent condition following nearly five months of bridge maintenance work along I-94 in Minneapolis.

To bypass these closures, please follow the posted detour of I-35W to Hwy 36, I-35E to I-94.

By 5 a.m. on Monday, August 18, all lanes and ramps along I-94 will reopen for the Minnesota State Fair through Labor Day, except for one. The ramp from Huron Blvd. to eastbound I-94 will reopen on Wednesday, August 20.

Work will resume after Labor Day to complete the removal of the crossovers and other items such as upgrading the signage and lighting. Most of the work is anticipated to be completed by the end of September 2025. Travelers can expect periodic lane closures in spring 2026 when crews apply a deck sealant to the restored bridges.

All construction activities and traffic impacts are weather and schedule permitting and subject to change.

Visit the MnDOT project website for more information.

Travel Advisory: I-94 Closure in Minneapolis This Weekend

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Starting at 9 p.m. on Friday, August 15, MnDOT will be closing all I-94 entrance and exit ramps between I-35W and Hwy 280, as well as the ramp from eastbound I-94 to Hwy 55.

At 10 p.m., both directions of I-94 will be fully closed in the same area. The closures are necessary to allow crews to restore pavement markings and return traffic to its permanent condition following nearly five months of bridge maintenance work along I-94 in Minneapolis.

To bypass these closures, please follow the posted detour of I-35W to Hwy 36, I-35E to I-94.

By 5 a.m. on Monday, August 18, all lanes and ramps along I-94 will reopen for the Minnesota State Fair through Labor Day, except for one. The ramp from Huron Blvd. to eastbound I-94 will reopen on Wednesday, August 20.

Work will resume after Labor Day to complete the removal of the crossovers and other items such as upgrading the signage and lighting. Most of the work is anticipated to be completed by the end of September 2025. Travelers can expect periodic lane closures in spring 2026 when crews apply a deck sealant to the restored bridges.

All construction activities and traffic impacts are weather and schedule permitting and subject to change.

Visit the MnDOT project website for more information.

School Year 25-26 Parking Passes

submitted by hartkop1@augsburg.edu

Parking permit sales will begin for all eligible Students, Staff and Faculty on Monday, August 11. Similar to previous years, all eligible users will be able to purchase a surface lot permit starting on Monday, August 11; with the exception of the underground garages.

If you are interested in purchasing an underground parking space, you will need to email parking@augsburg.edu on the following dates depending on your status:

Monday August 11 – Senior Students/Graduates (resident and commuter)

Tuesday August 12 – Junior and Senior Students (resident and commuter)

Wednesday August 13 – Sophomore, Junior and Senior Students (resident and commuter)

Thursday August 14 – First Year commuter students, and all Sophomore, Junior and Senior Students

Friday August 15 – Open to all eligible users (including Staff and Faculty)

Underground garage spaces will be issued on a first come, first serve basis, and **spaces will not be held if you email parking ahead of the scheduled sales date for your group** (example, if a Staff member emails parking@augsburg.edu on August 11 and before about wanting an underground space, that Staff member will be placed on a wait list and will only be considered for a space after all other users who emailed on the correct date are placed).

When purchasing a parking permit, please consider the following to avoid any tickets being issued throughout the semester/year:

Enter all known license plates that may be brought to campus under your 2025/26 parking permit

Double check that each license plate is entered correctly – if you notice a mistake after entering the license plates and are unable to change it yourself, email parking@augsburg.edu as soon as possible to get the correct license plate number entered. It is individual responsibility to make sure vehicle information is inputted correctly.

If you have any questions, concerns, or requesting Letter of Residency, please contact parking@augsburg.edu

Department of Public Safety – Parking

Annual Fire Alarm Testing: August 4–11

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Our annual fire system testing continues this week and through August 11.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 7
7:00 a.m.—Foss Center
11:00 a.m.—Hagfors Center

FRIDAY, AUGUST 8
8:00 a.m.—Mortensen/Urness Hall

MONDAY, AUGUST 11
7:00 a.m.—Science/Sverdrup
9:00 a.m.—Si Melby/Kennedy Center
11:30 a.m.—Oren Gateway center
1:00 p.m.—Old Main

Annual Fire Alarm Testing: August 4–11

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Our annual fire system testing continues this week and through August 11.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 6
7:00 a.m.—Music Building
10:00 a.m.—Luther Hall
12:00 p.m.— Christensen Center

THURSDAY, AUGUST 7
7:00 a.m.—Foss Center
11:00 a.m.—Hagfors Center

FRIDAY, AUGUST 8
8:00 a.m.—Mortensen/Urness Hall

MONDAY, AUGUST 11
7:00 a.m.—Science/Sverdrup
9:00 a.m.—Si Melby/Kennedy Center
11:30 a.m.—Oren Gateway center
1:00 p.m.—Old Main

Annual Fire Alarm Testing: August 4–11

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Our annual fire system testing continues this week and through August 11.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 5
8:00 a.m.—Mortensen/Urness Hall

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 6
7:00 a.m.—Music Building
10:00 a.m.—Luther Hall
12:00 p.m.— Christensen Center

THURSDAY, AUGUST 7
7:00 a.m.—Foss Center
11:00 a.m.—Hagfors Center

FRIDAY, AUGUST 8
8:00 a.m.—Mortensen/Urness Hall

MONDAY, AUGUST 11
7:00 a.m.—Science/Sverdrup
9:00 a.m.—Si Melby/Kennedy Center
11:30 a.m.—Oren Gateway center
1:00 p.m.—Old Main

Annual Fire Alarm Testing: August 4–11

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Our annual fire system testing continues this week and through August 11.

MONDAY, AUGUST 4
7:00 a.m.—Ice Arena
8:30 a.m.—Lindell Library
12:30 p.m.—Memorial Hall

TUESDAY, AUGUST 5
8:00 a.m.—Mortensen/Urness Hall

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 6
7:00 a.m.—Music Building
10:00 a.m.—Luther Hall
12:00 p.m.— Christensen Center

THURSDAY, AUGUST 7
7:00 a.m.—Foss Center
11:00 a.m.—Hagfors Center

FRIDAY, AUGUST 8
8:00 a.m.—Mortensen/Urness Hall

MONDAY, AUGUST 11
7:00 a.m.—Science/Sverdrup
9:00 a.m.—Si Melby/Kennedy Center
11:30 a.m.—Oren Gateway center
1:00 p.m.—Old Main

Riverside Ave. Bridge Closure Begins August 4

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

If you use the Riverside Ave. bridge over I-94 in Minneapolis, make sure to include extra travel time to take a detour starting August 4.

Beginning at 7 a.m. Monday, August 4, the Riverside Ave. bridge will be closed to motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians through Monday, August 18.

You can bypass the closure using the 25th Ave. South bridge.

The closure is necessary to allow crews to safely complete bridge maintenance work along eastbound I-94. Construction began in October 2024 and is anticipated to be complete in November 2025.

Visit the MnDOT project website for more information.

Riverside Ave. Bridge Closure Begins August 4

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

If you use the Riverside Ave. bridge over I-94 in Minneapolis, make sure to include extra travel time to take a detour starting August 4.

Beginning at 7 a.m. Monday, August 4, the Riverside Ave. bridge will be closed to motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians through Monday, August 18.

You can bypass the closure using the 25th Ave. South bridge.

The closure is necessary to allow crews to safely complete bridge maintenance work along eastbound I-94. Construction began in October 2024 and is anticipated to be complete in November 2025.

Visit the MnDOT project website for more information.

Gas Meter Replacement for Urness/Mortensen/Christensen Center TODAY

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

CenterPoint Energy is scheduled on Tuesday, July 29th at 8am to replace the service gas meter for Urness, Mortensen, and Christensen Center. The repair will take up to 8 hours. This will affect all gas service to the laundry rooms and the dining kitchen. Contact Facilities Management with any questions or concerns.

Gas Meter Replacement for Urness/Mortensen/Christensen Center

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

CenterPoint Energy is scheduled on Tuesday, July 29th at 8am to replace the service gas meter for Urness, Mortensen, and Christensen Center. The repair will take up to 8 hours. This will affect all gas service to the laundry rooms and the dining kitchen. Contact Facilities Management with any questions or concerns.

Gas Meter Replacement for Urness/Mortensen/Christensen Center

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

CenterPoint Energy is scheduled on Tuesday, July 29th at 8am to replace the service gas meter for Urness, Mortensen, and Christensen Center. The repair will take up to 8 hours. This will affect all gas service to the laundry rooms and the dining kitchen. Contact Facilities Management with any questions or concerns.

Gas Meter Replacement for Urness/Mortensen/Christensen Center

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

CenterPoint Energy is scheduled on Tuesday, July 29th at 8am to replace the service gas meter for Urness, Mortensen, and Christensen Center. The repair will take up to 8 hours. This will affect all gas service to the laundry rooms and the dining kitchen. Contact Facilities Management with any questions or concerns.

Gas Meter Replacement for Urness/Mortensen/Christensen Center

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

CenterPoint Energy is scheduled on Tuesday, July 29th at 8am to replace the service gas meter for Urness, Mortensen, and Christensen Center. The repair will take up to 8 hours. This will affect all gas service to the laundry rooms and the dining kitchen. Contact Facilities Management with any questions or concerns.

Gas Meter Replacement for Urness/Mortensen/Christensen Center

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

CenterPoint Energy is scheduled on Tuesday, July 29th at 8am to replace the service gas meter for Urness, Mortensen, and Christensen Center. The repair will take up to 8 hours. This will affect all gas service to the laundry rooms and the dining kitchen. Contact Facilities Management with any questions or concerns.

Luther Hall Garage Plumbing Repairs TODAY

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

Plumbing repairs are scheduled to take place in the Luther garage this Tuesday starting at 8am to replacing leaking plumbing pipes. The water will be shut off during the repairs. Please avoid flushing toilets during this time. The repairs will last up to 8 hours and will affect some parking spaces. Contact Facilities Management for any questions or concerns.

Luther Hall Garage Plumbing Repairs Tuesday, June 24

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

Plumbing repairs are scheduled to take place in the Luther garage this Tuesday starting at 8am to replacing leaking plumbing pipes. The water will be shut off during the repairs. Please avoid flushing toilets during this time. The repairs will last up to 8 hours and will affect some parking spaces. Contact Facilities Management for any questions or concerns.

I-94 Project Updates: Closure This Weekend and Summer Construction Plans

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Starting at 9 p.m. on Friday, June 13, all I-94 entrance and exit ramps between I-35W and Huron Blvd will be closed. An hour later at 10 p.m., both directions of I-94 will be fully closed in the same area. Crews are doing a traffic shift from the eastbound lanes to the westbound lanes this weekend, so they’ll be able to continue their bridge repair work along eastbound I-94.

To avoid the closure, please follow the posted detour of I-35W to Hwy 36 to I-35E to I-94.

By 5 a.m. on Monday, June 16, I-94 will reopen and be reduced to two lanes in each direction on the west side of the interstate through mid-August.

The following ramps will remain closed through mid-August:

— Northbound I-35W to eastbound I-94
— South 6th St. to eastbound I-94
— Huron Blvd. to eastbound I-94
— Eastbound I-94 to Huron Blvd.
— Riverside Ave. to eastbound I-94
— Cedar Ave. to eastbound I-94

Please use alternate routes to bypass these ramp closures.

Additionally, Cedar Ave. will be reduced to one lane in each direction under the I-94 bridges from Monday, June 16, through early August.

The Hiawatha LRT Trail between 15th Ave. South and East Franklin Ave. will also be closed starting Monday, June 16 through mid-July.

All lanes on I-94 between I-35W and Huron Blvd. are expected to reopen to traffic for the State Fair starting in mid-August through Labor Day. Final construction activities will resume after Labor Day and last through the fall.

Plan ahead by checking 511, and give yourself additional time to reach your destination. All construction activities and traffic impacts are weather and schedule permitting and subject to change.

Visit the MnDOT project website for more information.

I-94 Project Updates: Closure This Weekend and Summer Construction Plans

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Starting at 9 p.m. on Friday, June 13, all I-94 entrance and exit ramps between I-35W and Huron Blvd will be closed. An hour later at 10 p.m., both directions of I-94 will be fully closed in the same area. Crews are doing a traffic shift from the eastbound lanes to the westbound lanes this weekend, so they’ll be able to continue their bridge repair work along eastbound I-94.

To avoid the closure, please follow the posted detour of I-35W to Hwy 36 to I-35E to I-94.

By 5 a.m. on Monday, June 16, I-94 will reopen and be reduced to two lanes in each direction on the west side of the interstate through mid-August.

The following ramps will remain closed through mid-August:

— Northbound I-35W to eastbound I-94
— South 6th St. to eastbound I-94
— Huron Blvd. to eastbound I-94
— Eastbound I-94 to Huron Blvd.
— Riverside Ave. to eastbound I-94
— Cedar Ave. to eastbound I-94

Please use alternate routes to bypass these ramp closures.

Additionally, Cedar Ave. will be reduced to one lane in each direction under the I-94 bridges from Monday, June 16, through early August.

The Hiawatha LRT Trail between 15th Ave. South and East Franklin Ave. will also be closed starting Monday, June 16 through mid-July.

All lanes on I-94 between I-35W and Huron Blvd. are expected to reopen to traffic for the State Fair starting in mid-August through Labor Day. Final construction activities will resume after Labor Day and last through the fall.

Plan ahead by checking 511, and give yourself additional time to reach your destination. All construction activities and traffic impacts are weather and schedule permitting and subject to change.

Visit the MnDOT project website for more information.

I-94 Project Updates: Closure This Weekend and Summer Construction Plans

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Starting at 9 p.m. on Friday, June 13, all I-94 entrance and exit ramps between I-35W and Huron Blvd will be closed. An hour later at 10 p.m., both directions of I-94 will be fully closed in the same area. Crews are doing a traffic shift from the eastbound lanes to the westbound lanes this weekend, so they’ll be able to continue their bridge repair work along eastbound I-94.

To avoid the closure, please follow the posted detour of I-35W to Hwy 36 to I-35E to I-94.

By 5 a.m. on Monday, June 16, I-94 will reopen and be reduced to two lanes in each direction on the west side of the interstate through mid-August.

The following ramps will remain closed through mid-August:

— Northbound I-35W to eastbound I-94
— South 6th St. to eastbound I-94
— Huron Blvd. to eastbound I-94
— Eastbound I-94 to Huron Blvd.
— Riverside Ave. to eastbound I-94
— Cedar Ave. to eastbound I-94

Please use alternate routes to bypass these ramp closures.

Additionally, Cedar Ave. will be reduced to one lane in each direction under the I-94 bridges from Monday, June 16, through early August.

The Hiawatha LRT Trail between 15th Ave. South and East Franklin Ave. will also be closed starting Monday, June 16 through mid-July.

All lanes on I-94 between I-35W and Huron Blvd. are expected to reopen to traffic for the State Fair starting in mid-August through Labor Day. Final construction activities will resume after Labor Day and last through the fall.

Plan ahead by checking 511, and give yourself additional time to reach your destination. All construction activities and traffic impacts are weather and schedule permitting and subject to change.

Visit the MnDOT project website for more information.

Scam Awareness

submitted by hartkop1@augsburg.edu

It has come to our attention that people are attempting to use phone numbers similar to the Department of Public Safety in order to illicit more legitimate responses to scams. Please be aware, the Department of Public Safety will not call you in regards to any fines or fees. If you receive a call from someone claiming to be from the Department of Public Safety and you are uncertain. Hang up and call 612-330-1717 OR 1717 from any on campus phone.

Additionally, government agencies will not call you in regards to fees owed to them or warrants for your arrest. If you receive a phone call from government agency claiming that money is owed please hang up. Scammers are preying on international visa holders to extort them for money. If you are called from US Customs, Border Patrol, Social Security, or IRS in regards to paying some sort of fee, do not give any information and hang up. Then go to https://www.usa.gov/scams-and-fraud in order to report the suspected fraud to the FTC.