Category: Public Safety and Facilities Announcements

submitted by reeck@augsburg.edu

The elevator in Kennedy is currently out of service. Facilities and Public Safety are aware of the outage, and the elevator service provider has been contacted.

When the elevator is repaired, a notice will be sent to the Opt-in Campus Elevator Update Listserv and a notice will be posted in A-mail. To join the listserv, click https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdy3-S_Dv_r225QL6wYw6wCsh400wS9Reka3gotjsYdl1EPpQ/viewform?usp=preview

Anyone who is unable to access a classroom, office, residence, or other campus space because of the outage should contact the Department of Public Safety at 612-330-1717 for assistance. If the outage affects access to a class or other academic activity, please also communicate with your instructor so that alternative arrangements can be made.

Thank you for your patience as we work to address the outage.

submitted by reeck@augsburg.edu

The elevator in Kennedy is currently out of service. Facilities and Public Safety are aware of the outage, and the elevator service provider has been contacted.

When the elevator is repaired, a notice will be sent to the Opt-in Campus Elevator Update Listserv and a notice will be posted in A-mail. To join the listserv, click https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdy3-S_Dv_r225QL6wYw6wCsh400wS9Reka3gotjsYdl1EPpQ/viewform?usp=preview

Anyone who is unable to access a classroom, office, residence, or other campus space because of the outage should contact the Department of Public Safety at 612-330-1717 for assistance. If the outage affects access to a class or other academic activity, please also communicate with your instructor so that alternative arrangements can be made.

Thank you for your patience as we work to address the outage.

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

The Facility department is in the process of working with IT and Marketing to transition to an upgraded software system for the Facility Requests. The new system has been migrated over for the Resident Hall students and we are working on getting the Faculty and Staff transitioned over. All previous work order requests will transition to the new system and will be completed while we transition over. If you have any questions feel free to email Jim Orchard (orchard@augsburg.edu)

submitted by grewe@augsburg.edu

Starting on Monday, August 24, the Christensen Center door facing 22nd Ave S will be open Mondays through Fridays, 8am-5pm (excluding holidays). Please note:

– All other entrances across campus will continue to remain fob-only.
– As of last fall, there are now fob-only entrances between Christensen and the tunnel to Old Main/Science, as well as between Christensen and the skyway to Urness-Mortensen Lobby.
– If security concerns emerge later in the academic year, this decision may be revisited.

submitted by reeck@augsburg.edu

The elevator in Kennedy is currently out of service. Facilities and Public Safety are aware of the outage, and the elevator service provider has been contacted.

When the elevator is repaired, a notice will be sent to the Opt-in Campus Elevator Update Listserv and a notice will be posted in A-mail. To join the listserv, click https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdy3-S_Dv_r225QL6wYw6wCsh400wS9Reka3gotjsYdl1EPpQ/viewform?usp=preview

Anyone who is unable to access a classroom, office, residence, or other campus space because of the outage should contact the Department of Public Safety at 612-330-1717 for assistance. If the outage affects access to a class or other academic activity, please also communicate with your instructor so that alternative arrangements can be made.

Thank you for your patience as we work to address the outage.

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

Beginning Wednesday August 12th annual fire extinguisher testing will begin. A tentative schedule for this week is as follows:

Wednesday Aug 12th–Christensen & Hagfors
Thursday Aug 13th–Mortensen, Urness, Anderson & Luther
Friday Aug 14th–Oren Gateway

If you have any questions please feel free to email Jim Orchard (orchard@augsburg.edu)

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The water will be shutdown in Mortensen Hall and Urness Hall today for needed plumbing repairs starting at 8am. The water could be off up to 8 hours so please plan accordingly. Contact Facilities Management with any questions.

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The water will be shutdown in Mortensen Hall and Urness Hall this Wednesday, August 12th for needed plumbing repairs starting at 8am. The water could be off up to 8 hours so please plan accordingly. Contact Facilities Management with any questions.

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

Annual Fire Alarm System testing continues. The following is the schedule for the rest of this week:

8/5/26–Lindell Library

If you have any questions feel free to email Jim Orchard (orchard@augsburg.edu)

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The water will be shutdown in the Oren Gateway building this Wednesday, August 5th for needed plumbing repairs. The water will be shut down around 8am and may be off up to 8 hours. Contact Facilities Management with any questions.

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

Annual Fire Alarm System testing continues. The following is the schedule for the rest of this week:

8/4/26–Hagfors, Ice Arena and Old Main
8/5/26–Lindell Library

If you have any questions feel free to email Jim Orchard (orchard@augsburg.edu)

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The water will be shutdown in the Oren Gateway building this Wednesday, August 5th for needed plumbing repairs. The water will be shut down around 8am and may be off up to 8 hours. Contact Facilities Management with any questions.

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The water will be shutdown in the Oren Gateway building this Wednesday, August 5th for needed plumbing repairs. The water will be shut down around 8am and may be off up to 8 hours. Contact Facilities Management with any questions.

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

Annual Fire Alarm System testing continues. The following is the schedule for the rest of this week and next weeks schedule:

7/31/26—Foss, Memorial Hall and Music
8/3/26–Christenson Center, SiMelby/Kennedy and Science/Sverdrup
8/4/26–Hagfors, Ice Arena and Old Main
8/5/26–Lindell Library

If you have any questions feel free to email Jim Orchard (orchard@augsburg.edu)

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

Annual Fire Alarm System testing continues. The following is the schedule for the rest of this week:

7/30/26—Luther Hall and Oren Gateway
7/31/26—Foss, Memorial Hall and Music

If you have any questions feel free to email Jim Orchard (orchard@augsburg.edu)

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

Annual Fire Alarm System testing continues. The following is the schedule for the rest of this week:

7/29/26—Mortensen, Urness and Anderson Hall
7/30/26—Luther Hall and Oren Gateway
7/31/26—Foss, Memorial Hall and Music

If you have any questions feel free to email Jim Orchard (orchard@augsburg.edu)

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

Weather permitting the concrete for the SiMelby ramp will be poured this week Wednesday 7/29/26. The replacement steps between Old Main and the Christiansen Center will be completed as well. If you have any questions feel free to email Jim Orchard (orchard@augsburg.edu)

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

The annual testing of building fire systems starts today. The tentative schedule for the week is as follows:

7/28/26—Mortensen and Urness
7/29/26—Mortensen, Urness and Anderson Hall
7/30/26—Luther Hall and Oren Gateway
7/31/26—Foss, Memorial Hall and Music

If you have any questions feel free to email Jim Orchard (orchard@augsburg.edu)

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

Beginning on Wednesday the final portion of the Old Main roof will be replaced. Weather permitting this is expected to take 2-3 days. If you have any questions feel free to email Jim Orchard (orchard@augsburg.edu)

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

The annual testing of building fire systems starts today. The tentative schedule for the week is as follows:

7/27/26—Mortensen and Urness
7/28/26—Mortensen and Urness
7/29/26—Mortensen, Urness and Anderson Hall
7/30/26—Luther Hall and Oren Gateway
7/31/26—Foss, Memorial Hall and Music

If you have any questions feel free to email Jim Orchard (orchard@augsburg.edu)

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

The annual testing of building fire systems will begin next week on Monday. The tentative schedule for the week of July 27th is as follows:

7/27/26—Mortensen and Urness
7/28/26—Mortensen and Urness
7/29/26—Mortensen, Urness and Anderson Hall
7/30/26—Luther Hall and Oren Gateway
7/31/26—Foss, Memorial Hall and Music

If you have any questions feel free to email Jim Orchard (orchard@augsburg.edu)

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The garage doors at Oren gateway will be undergoing needed maintenance starting at 9am. There may be times when the doors may not open while service is taking place. Please plan accordingly during the service.

submitted by piperd@augsburg.edu

Parking Permits for the 2026-2027 Academic Year will be available for purchase starting in August. There will also be permits available for the Fall Semester or Spring Semester only. Prices did rise slightly from last year to keep up with the rising costs of running a major university. You will be receiving an email when permits are available and a link to purchase.

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

Beginning Thursday July 16th a construction company will be removing the SiMelby ramp and retaining walls. The ramp will be replaced and new handrails installed as well. This work is expected to take a couple of weeks pending weather. During this time the first 6 parking stalls will be coned off for the construction company’s demolition dumpster and their construction materials. Questions regarding this project can be emailed to Jim Orchard (orchard@augsburg.edu)

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

Cordia Energy is planning steam plant maintenance this Sunday, July 12 that will require the shutdown of steam to the campus. This will affect climate, hot water, and all equipment in buildings that utilizes steam. Cordia Energy stated the steam will be down 6-8 hours during the maintenance.

submitted by connell@augsburg.edu

The Athletic Facilities, including the weight room and fitness center, will be closed July 3, 4 & 5 for Independence Day weekend.

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

Twin City Hardware will be replacing the fob access entry door at the Lot J entry today. Plan to use an alternative entry while the work is taking place.

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

Twin City Hardware will be replacing the fob access entry door at the Lot J entry on Wednesday, July 1st. Plan to use an alternative entry while the work is taking place.

submitted by connell@augsburg.edu

The Athletic Facilities, including the weight room and fitness center, will be closed July 3, 4 & 5 for Independence Day weekend.

submitted by connell@augsburg.edu

The Athletic Facilities, including the weight room and fitness center, will be closed July 3, 4 & 5 for Independence Day weekend.

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: ATTEMPTED BURGLARY
On 06/28/2026 at approximately 5:54 a.m., the Department of Public Safety received a report of a burglary in progress that occurred outside of a dorm room in Luther Hall. An Augsburg student reported that a male was peeking in her door and ran off after the student called for her roommate. There is no suspect information at this time.

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

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

submitted by publicsafety@augsburg.edu

The Department of Public Safety has received a few reports related to motor vehicle break-ins in the area in recent days. As a reminder, to discourage vehicle break-ins and theft:

— Do not leave valuables such as computers, cell phones, or backpacks in your vehicle.
— Do not leave cash, coins, credit cards, auto registration or other important papers in plain view or in the glove compartment.
— Whenever possible, bring valuables with you once you have parked your car. If you can’t bring them with you, lock all valuables in the trunk and out of sight.
— Always roll up windows, close the sunroof, and lock your doors before leaving your vehicle.

For assistance or to report suspicious activity, contact the Department of Public Safety at (612) 330-1717.

Crime Prevention and Safety Tips

submitted by publicsafety@augsburg.edu

The Department of Public Safety has received a few reports related to motor vehicle break-ins in the area in recent days. As a reminder, to discourage vehicle break-ins and theft:

— Do not leave valuables such as computers, cell phones, or backpacks in your vehicle.
— Do not leave cash, coins, credit cards, auto registration or other important papers in plain view or in the glove compartment.
— Whenever possible, bring valuables with you once you have parked your car. If you can’t bring them with you, lock all valuables in the trunk and out of sight.
— Always roll up windows, close the sunroof, and lock your doors before leaving your vehicle.

For assistance or to report suspicious activity, contact the Department of Public Safety at (612) 330-1717.

Crime Prevention and Safety Tips

submitted by publicsafety@augsburg.edu

The Department of Public Safety has received a few reports related to motor vehicle break-ins in the area in recent days. As a reminder, to discourage vehicle break-ins and theft:

— Do not leave valuables such as computers, cell phones, or backpacks in your vehicle.
— Do not leave cash, coins, credit cards, auto registration or other important papers in plain view or in the glove compartment.
— Whenever possible, bring valuables with you once you have parked your car. If you can’t bring them with you, lock all valuables in the trunk and out of sight.
— Always roll up windows, close the sunroof, and lock your doors before leaving your vehicle.

For assistance or to report suspicious activity, contact the Department of Public Safety at (612) 330-1717.

Crime Prevention and Safety Tips

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

Beginning this week construction on the Old Main roof will begin. This project will take about a week pending weather. If you have any questions please contact Jim Orchard at orchard@augsburg.edu

submitted by connell@augsburg.edu

Summer hours for the Fitness Center and Weight Room begin on Saturday, May 9:

Saturdays 8am – 5pm
Sundays Noon – 8pm
Monday 6am – 9pm
Tuesday 6am – 9pm
Wednesday 6am – 9pm
Thursday 6am – 9pm
Friday 6am – 8pm

Both will be closed for Memorial and July 4th weekends.

submitted by piperd@augsburg.edu

At The Augsburg University Department of Public Safety we receive emails everyday asking where to park, questions regarding permits and about received violations. In order to assist students, faculty, staff and guests in avoiding violations and fines and providing more pleasant on-campus experience for everyone, we want to remind everyone of the Parking Rules.

On the Inside Augsburg page > Quick Links > Public Safety > Parking on Campus: Parking System FAQ; all the information necessary to Navigate the Parking Rules on Campus is available.

Any questions regarding Parking you can email parking@augsburg.edu. Anything DPS related (safety concerns, etc.) feel free to email publicsafety@augsburg.edu or Dispatch at dispatch1717@augsburg.edu.

https://augnet.augsburg.edu/

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

Facilities Management will begin campus irrigation start up on April 14th and April 15th. Please be aware that the lawn sprinklers could come on at anytime during these days.

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

Facilities Management will begin campus irrigation start up on April 14th and April 15th. Please be aware that the lawn sprinklers could come on at anytime during these days.

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

Facilities Management will begin campus irrigation start up on April 14th and April 15th. Please be aware that the lawn sprinklers could come on at anytime during these days.

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Need to know when departments, buildings, and student services are open during Spring Break? We’ve got you covered along with some safety reminders from DPS.

Spring Break this year will be March 16-20. Classes resume March 23.

Spring Break Department Hours

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Need to know when departments, buildings, and student services are open during Spring Break? We’ve got you covered along with some safety reminders from DPS.

Spring Break this year will be March 16-20. Classes resume March 23.

Spring Break Department Hours

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

Xcel Energy will be onsite to replace the Oren Gateway building transformer this Thursday 3/19 at 8am. All power with the exception of emergency lighting will be down in the building up to 8 hours. All door access and elevators will be down. If you need any assistance with entry into the building or accessibility needs, you can contact the Department of Public Safety at 612-330-1717. Contact Facilities Management with any questions.

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

Xcel Energy will be onsite to replace the Oren Gateway building transformer this Thursday 3/19 at 8am. All power with the exception of emergency lighting will be down in the building up to 8 hours. All door access and elevators will be down. If you need any assistance with entry into the building or accessibility needs, you can contact the Department of Public Safety at 612-330-1717. Contact Facilities Management with any questions.

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 (DPS) 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(S): SEXUAL ASSAULT (SEX OFFENSE/RAPE)
On March 17, 2026, at 4:04 a.m., the University’s Title IX Coordinator received an email report of a student who stated they were sexually assaulted in Urness Hall. The report stated that the student invited the suspect (who is believed to be unaffiliated with the Augsburg community) to their Urness Hall residence at approximately 2:00 a.m. on March 17, and that the sexual assault occurred in the room shortly thereafter. The suspect then left the building alone shortly before 3:00 a.m.

Upon further investigation by DPS, a description of the suspect was obtained, and a decision to issue a timely warning was made.

SUSPECT DESCRIPTION
The suspect was described (and confirmed by security footage) as a black male in their late teens or early twenties, 5’ 7” or 5’ 8”, with curly black hair and facial hair. He was wearing a black jacket, black shirt, and black sweatpants. (See DPS website for suspect description disclaimer.)

STATUS
DPS is currently investigating this incident. Anyone who may have information regarding this incident is urged to contact the Minneapolis Police 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 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.

DPS Website: Timely Warning (March 17, 2026)

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Need to know when departments, buildings, and student services are open during Spring Break? We’ve got you covered along with some safety reminders from DPS.

Spring Break this year will be March 16-20. Classes resume March 23.

Spring Break Department Hours

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Need to know when departments, buildings, and student services are open during Spring Break? We’ve got you covered along with some safety reminders from DPS.

Spring Break this year will be March 16-20. Classes resume March 23.

Spring Break Department Hours

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

Xcel Energy will be onsite to replace the Oren Gateway building transformer this Thursday 3/19 at 8am. All power with the exception of emergency lighting will be down in the building up to 8 hours. All door access and elevators will be down. If you need any assistance with entry into the building or accessibility needs, you can contact the Department of Public Safety at 612-330-1717. Contact Facilities Management with any questions.

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Need to know when departments, buildings, and student services are open during Spring Break? We’ve got you covered along with some safety reminders from DPS.

Spring Break this year will be March 16-20. Classes resume March 23.

Spring Break Department Hours

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

Early in the morning this past Sunday, the air structure over Edor Nelson Field experienced a large tear in the fabric, which caused the dome to lose pressure and deflate. There was no one in the dome at the time, and there were no injuries from the event.

The dome had been slated to be taken down in early April. Given the tear in the fabric, we will not be reinflating the air structure this spring. Augsburg’s Facilities crews and workers from the air structure company are working to remove the dome and equipment from the field in order for our teams to practice, weather permitting, as soon as is feasible.

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

Early in the morning this past Sunday, the air structure over Edor Nelson Field experienced a large tear in the fabric, which caused the dome to lose pressure and deflate. There was no one in the dome at the time, and there were no injuries from the event.

The dome had been slated to be taken down in early April. Given the tear in the fabric, we will not be reinflating the air structure this spring. Augsburg’s Facilities crews and workers from the air structure company are working to remove the dome and equipment from the field in order for our teams to practice, weather permitting, as soon as is feasible.

submitted by longj@augsburg.edu

Packages will not be delivered during Spring Break. Shipping/Receiving will be open our regular hours (weekdays 10am to 3pm), but will not be delivering packages around campus. If you order supplies please come to Shipping/Receiving to pick up when you receive the email from us letting you know your package has come in. We do not have storage space for a large number of packages and can only keep items for two weeks. Please contact us if you need to make other arrangements, mailship@augsburg.edu. We will resume deliveries once break is over, 3/23/26.

Shipping/Receiving

submitted by publicsafety@augsburg.edu

Members of the Augsburg community have reported experiencing issues accessing campus doors with their fob and/or ID card, beginning last night and continuing today. The Department of Public Safety is working with our vendor on-site to troubleshoot the issue. We believe the problem has been identified and should be resolved soon. In the meantime, if you experience challenges accessing a particular door, please contact DPS at 612-330-1717 for assistance.

Thank you for your patience as our team works diligently to resolve the issue.

submitted by publicsafety@augsburg.edu

Augsburg has a new campus resource designed to assist individuals with mobility challenges in the event of an emergency. With a flexible track, the Xpedition powered stair chair facilitates safe transportation of up to 500 lbs up and down stairs and across a variety of terrains.

Potential scenarios where it might be used include:

— Emergency evacuation
— Response to accident, injury, or medical emergency
— Unexpected mobility challenge (e.g., elevator outage)

Along with Emergency Medical Responder training, all DPS officers have been trained to operate the powered stair chair. To request assistance, contact DPS at 612-330-1717.

submitted by publicsafety@augsburg.edu

Augsburg has a new campus resource designed to assist individuals with mobility challenges in the event of an emergency. With a flexible track, the Xpedition powered stair chair facilitates safe transportation of up to 500 lbs up and down stairs and across a variety of terrains.

Potential scenarios where it might be used include:

— Emergency evacuation
— Response to accident, injury, or medical emergency
— Unexpected mobility challenge (e.g., elevator outage)

Along with Emergency Medical Responder training, all DPS officers have been trained to operate the powered stair chair. To request assistance, contact DPS at 612-330-1717.

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Need to know when departments, buildings, and student services are open during Winter Break? We’ve got you covered along with some safety reminders from DPS.

Winter Break this year will be December 19 – January 19. Classes resume January 20.

2025-26 Winter Break Hours

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Need to know when departments, buildings, and student services are open during Winter Break? We’ve got you covered along with some safety reminders from DPS.

Winter Break this year will be December 19 – January 19. Classes resume January 20.

2025-26 Winter Break Hours

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Need to know when departments, buildings, and student services are open during Winter Break? We’ve got you covered along with some safety reminders from DPS.

Winter Break this year will be December 19 – January 19. Classes resume January 20.

2025-26 Winter Break Hours

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Need to know when departments, buildings, and student services are open during Winter Break? We’ve got you covered along with some safety reminders from DPS.

Winter Break this year will be December 19 – January 19. Classes resume January 20.

2025-26 Winter Break Hours

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Need to know when departments, buildings, and student services are open during Winter Break? We’ve got you covered along with some safety reminders from DPS.

Winter Break this year will be December 19 – January 19. Classes resume January 20.

2025-26 Winter Break Hours

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Need to know when departments, buildings, and student services are open during Winter Break? We’ve got you covered along with some safety reminders from DPS.

Winter Break this year will be December 19 – January 19. Classes resume January 20.

2025-26 Winter Break Hours

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Need to know when departments, buildings, and student services are open during Winter Break? We’ve got you covered along with some safety reminders from DPS.

Winter Break this year will be December 19 – January 19. Classes resume January 20.

2025-26 Winter Break Hours

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Need to know when departments, buildings, and student services are open during Winter Break? We’ve got you covered along with some safety reminders from DPS.

Winter Break this year will be December 19 – January 19. Classes resume January 20.

2025-26 Winter Break Hours

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Need to know when departments, buildings, and student services are open during Winter Break? We’ve got you covered along with some safety reminders from DPS.

Winter Break this year will be December 19 – January 19. Classes resume January 20.

2025-26 Winter Break Hours

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Need to know when departments, buildings, and student services are open during Winter Break? We’ve got you covered along with some safety reminders from DPS.

Winter Break this year will be December 19 – January 19. Classes resume January 20.

2025-26 Winter Break Hours

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Need to know when departments, buildings, and student services are open during Winter Break? We’ve got you covered along with some safety reminders from DPS.

Winter Break this year will be December 19 – January 19. Classes resume January 20.

2025-26 Winter Break Hours

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

Due to the Holidays and staff vacations facilities and custodial work requests may be delayed between December 20th and January 4th. If you have an emergency facilities or custodial need please contact the DPS office and they will be able to notify either the facilities or the custodial workers on duty.

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Need to know when departments, buildings, and student services are open during Winter Break? We’ve got you covered along with some safety reminders from DPS.

Winter Break this year will be December 19 – January 19. Classes resume January 20.

2025-26 Winter Break Hours

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Need to know when departments, buildings, and student services are open during Winter Break? We’ve got you covered along with some safety reminders from DPS.

Winter Break this year will be December 19 – January 19. Classes resume January 20.

2025-26 Winter Break Hours

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Need to know when departments, buildings, and student services are open during Winter Break? We’ve got you covered along with some safety reminders from DPS.

Winter Break this year will be December 19 – January 19. Classes resume January 20.

2025-26 Winter Break Hours

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

Beginning December 11th the parking spots on the North side of Lot E will be closed off for a temporary boiler that will be utilized to support the heating system in the Anderson Residence Hall building. This closure will be minimally through January 16th while the permanent parts and repairs take place.

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Learn more about when campus buildings are open during Thanksgiving Break—November 27-28.

Thanksgiving Break Hours

submitted by johnsok@augsburg.edu

Learn more about when campus buildings are open during Thanksgiving Break—November 27-28.

Thanksgiving Break Hours

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

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

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

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The water to Si Melby, Kennedy, and Ice Arena will be off for the City of Minneapolis to conduct water meter repairs this today from 7am-9am. Contact Facilities Management with any questions.

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The water to Si Melby, Kennedy, and Ice Arena will be off for the the City of Minneapolis to conduct water meter repairs this Friday, November 7th from 7am-9am. Contact Faculties Management with any questions.

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.

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.

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.

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.

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

Weather permitting, 7th Street (along the south side of Lindell Library between the Hagfors roundabout and 22nd Ave) will be closed from Friday, October 24, through Sunday, October 26. Crews will be working on the library roof replacement during this time.

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

Weather permitting, 7th Street (along the south side of Lindell Library between the Hagfors roundabout and 22nd Ave) will be closed from Friday, October 24, through Sunday, October 26. Crews will be working on the library roof replacement during this time.

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The irrigation company will be on campus to blow out the campus lawn sprinklers this Wednesday. Please be aware that the sprinklers can come on at anytime and spray water during the day.

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

Weather permitting, 7th Street (along the south side of Lindell Library between the Hagfors roundabout and 22nd Ave) will be closed from Friday, October 24, through Sunday, October 26. Crews will be working on the library roof replacement during this time.

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The irrigation company will be on campus to blow out the campus lawn sprinklers this Tuesday and Wednesday. Please be aware that the sprinklers can come on at anytime and spray water during the day.

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

Weather permitting, 7th Street (along the south side of Lindell Library between the Hagfors roundabout and 22nd Ave) will be closed from Friday, October 24, through Sunday, October 26. Crews will be working on the library roof replacement during this time.

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

Facilities will begin campus heating changeovers beginning Monday, October 13th. Please be aware that all chillers will be offline for cooling once this process begins. Contact Facilities Management with questions or concerns.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

Please use caution when walking by the Si Melby steps. The contractor will be repairing the steps this week and they will have the steps closed off. The ramp should still be accessible if needed.

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

Please use caution when walking by the Si Melby steps. The contractor will be repairing the steps this week and they will have the steps closed off. The ramp should still be accessible if needed.

submitted by mosher@augsburg.edu

Hello, Just want to share a word from our friendly security officer, if you have parked your Toyota Camry (White with tinted windows, license plate ZLY889 in front of Foss, across from the Lindell Library, blocking the sidewalk – move it by 12:15 or it will need to be towed…

Thanks so much!

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.