Spring Semester Registration

The spring semester class registration is about to end. Make sure you register for your classes.

  Thanksgiving Break

November 24 and 25, 2022 are Thanksgiving breaks – No classes. Enjoy your time OFF!!

There will be a potluck event ON campus for those of you who are not going away for the break. All are invited and please contact Betti for more details (either via WhatsApp or email: zerihunb@augsburg.edu.

Remember that the Dining Services will be closed and so will Einstein and Nabo. It is important to make sure you have food available to you. Check out Campus Kitchen for hours. They will most likely be open for a few hours on Thursday and Friday.

We give THANKS to ALL of you!

F-1 Off-Campus Employment related to Economic Hardship

There are lots of unforeseen circumstances in the world currently that make the financial situation hard and unexpected for international students.

If you are facing economic hardship and would like to apply for Off-Campus Employment (including jobs not related to your field of studies) please schedule an appointment with the Bettine to learn more. There is a USCIS fee of $410 and the application process takes 3-6 months – but despite the fee and length of the application process, it may be worth applying. This will not affect your CPT or OPT.

Winter Break

Winter Break will take place on Dec 17, 2022 – Jan 2, 2023.

For students who plan to stay on campus during winter break, please contact the ISSS office director Bettine: at hermansb@augsburg.edu. We are working with Res Life to ensure you have access to microwaves and kitchens during that time.

If you are planning to leave the country, make sure you have a travel signature from Bettine on your I-20 and ensure that your F-1 visa is still valid. If not, you will need to renew your F-1 visa in your home country in order to return to the U.S. in January.

Events

F. Melius Christiansen 151st Anniversary Concerts

Sunday, November 20, 2:00 and 6:30 pm

Orchestra Hall • Minneapolis MN

Augsburg Day Student Government Meeting

November 23 @ 6:15 pm – 8:00 pm CST

Marshall room

Game Night

November 22 @ 7:30 pm – November 23 @ 9:00 pm CST

Christensen Center, Student Lounge

NEW PROGRAM ASSISTANT

SPRING SEMESTER REGISTRATION:

NEW CAMPUS CUPBOARD HOURS:

Campus Cupboard will be open for shopping Monday-Thursday 1 pm-7 pm (previously 8 pm). All Auggies welcome!

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME:

INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK: November 14 – 18

Happy Gorgeous Fall, 

Our office hopes you had a wonderful celebration last weekend with many events related to Homecoming. I have heard that the celebration was one to remember, and we are glad you participated.

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ISSS PROGRAM ASSISTANT Position POSTED

First I want to thank Priti for all her amazing work in the ISSS office, serving all international students. She has kept great tabs on all things ISSS related, including the mentor program and advising, creating newsletters, updating our website and MORE.

Priti, has accepted a position at the Strommen Center for Meaningful Work, so you may run into her there when looking for an internship opportunity or support creating your resume. Congrats, Priti!

We are excited that a new person will soon be hired in this position. If you haven’t already seen the posting and you ARE interested in applying please check out Handshake under on-campus employment. If not use this link: ISSS Program Assistant Position. The deadline for applying is October 18. 

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STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS Calls – FALSE

Please know that many students are being called from fraudulent callers (not good) who are asking students to give them personal information, including social security. Some have even been asked to pay a small fee so that their loans can be forgiven. The Biden Administration has issued a student loan forgiveness package (for American citizens) but NO-ONE should be called yet. So stay alert! And do NOT give out your information to strangers.

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 PARTNERING WITH GLOBAL MINNESOTA

We have some great opportunities in our collaboration with Global Minnesota.

International Student Networking Career Connection: The Value of Your Global Experience. 

We know this is so true and Global MN will on Thursday, October 27 at 4:30 pm hold an online event. Alumni from different universities (even one from Augsburg) will discuss and share the value of an international perspective in professional development. Registration is FREE and you can do so here: Meeting Registration Global MN.

Classroom Connection

Make An Impact! Be part of Global Minnesota’s Classroom Connection – a unique program that brings cultural exchange and international perspectives to the hearts, minds, and classrooms of elementary school children. Become a volunteer today! More information on their Classroom Connection Website.

Always stop by the office if you have questions or concerns. You can easily connect with me and set up a time as well. The newsletter may not happen as frequently now that the ISSS Program Assistant position is vacant, but it will be up to speed as soon as we have found the next candidate.

—ISSS Team

✅ ANNOUNCEMENTS

Check out ShareShop to find something to borrow or own for free in Science Hall 8B open on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday!

Global Minnesota

Make An Impact! Be part of Global Minnesota’s Classroom Connection – a unique program that brings cultural exchange and international perspectives to the hearts, minds, and classrooms of elementary school children. Become a volunteer today! More information on our website at www.globalminnesota.org 

CPT/ OPT

If you are interested in seeking off campus employment opportunities either during your program at augsburg or after graduation please contact Bettine Hoff Hermanson ASAP. You will need to be approved for a work permit and the process needs to be completed ahead of time as OPT takes some time to approve.

✅  ISSS OFFICE SUPPORT

For the most updated office hours and set up appointments with Bettine and Priti go to: https://staging-augsburgwww.kinsta.cloud/isss/office/

ISSS HAS MOVED TO SCIENCE HALL 112

Make sure to always carry your FOB as all buildings are locked!

Please contact Priti only during her office hours.

Email us at isss@augsburg.edu or Bettine can also be reached at 651 492 8869 for urgent matters. 

FOR ANY EMERGENCIES CALL DPS on Campus: 612 330 1717. 

Check out our BLOG for the most recent updates!

 ✅  EVENTS 

Make sure to check out the  EVENTS and MEETINGS page!

Also, check out the Augsburg University Calendar to stay updated on on-campus events!

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28: MULTICULTURAL LIFE OPEN HOUSE

The open house is open to current students, staff and faculty at Augsburg University, hosted by Multicultural Life. Learn about our team, our mission and our space: Oyate Commons.

“The Monthly Dialogue Series are for current students at Augsburg University, hosted by Multicultural Life. We recognize the many ongoing topics that needs to be discussed and in order to create those conversations, we have created space for those topics.”

Time: 3 PM – 4 PM

Location: Oyate Commons

Info: https://augsburg.campuslabs.com/engage/event/8132845

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28: SOMOS LATINO AMÉRICA Y EL CARIBE

ALAS will be hosting our Latinx Heritage Month event, “Somos Latino América y El Caribe ” to celebrate and honor our cultures and identities. There will be cultural performances, traditional foods, and games. In the past we have hosted a carne asada, however, this year, we want to be more intentional about showcasing the diversity of Latin America, bringing you an opportunity to engage with a program that represents our Latinx students at Augsburg, including countries like Mexico, Ecuador, Venezuela, and more.

Time: 4 PM – 7 PM

Location: Murphy Square

Info: https://augsburg.campuslabs.com/engage/event/8348238

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28: CHESS CLUB WEDNESDAY MEETING

Time: 5 PM – 7 PM

Location: OGC 100

Info: https://augsburg.campuslabs.com/engage/event/8399991 

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28: THE BLACK CIRCLE SERIES – A YEAR WITHOUT BLACK SPACES

In this circle talk series, we will be discussing different topics regarding the student body, specifically black-identifying students. The purpose is to educate and create a community on campus in accordance with Augsburg’s mission. Prepare to engage and collaborate with others as we find ways to uplift members of our Augsburg community.

This is a new dialogue series, so please come and show your support! Stay tuned as they will happen once a month during the fall and spring semesters. Pan-Afrikan Student Services will be collaborating with other campus partners to be sure we are reaching members of our close-knit community.

Our first event will take place on September 28, 2022,  at Riverside Room from 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

See you there!

*Food will be provided

*For any accommodation needs, please contact Pan-Afrikan Student Services at panafrikan@augsburg.edu

Time: 5:30 PM – 7 PM

Location: Riverside Room

Info: https://augsburg.campuslabs.com/engage/event/8349621

✅ ANNOUNCEMENTS

*Please look for GeoBlue email notifications regarding your health insurance. Contact Mike Fetting ( fettingm@augsburg.edu) if you haven’t signed up for GeoBlue this semester yet!

*Check out ShareShop to find something to borrow or own for free in Science Hall 8B open on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday!

*Global Minnesota

Make An Impact! Be part of Global Minnesota’s Classroom Connection – a unique program that brings cultural exchange and international perspectives to the hearts, minds, and classrooms of elementary school children. Become a volunteer today! More information on our website at www.globalminnesota.org 

✅  ISSS OFFICE SUPPORT

For the most updated office hours and set up appointments with Bettine and Priti go to: https://staging-augsburgwww.kinsta.cloud/isss/office/

ISSS HAS MOVED TO SCIENCE HALL 112

Make sure to always carry your FOB as all buildings are locked!

Please contact Priti only during her office hours.

Email us at isss@augsburg.edu or Bettine can also be reached at 651 492 8869 for urgent matters.

FOR ANY EMERGENCIES CALL DPS on Campus: 612 330 1717. 

Check out our BLOG for the most recent updates!

 ✅  EVENTS 

Make sure to check out the  EVENTS and MEETINGS page!

Also, check out the Augsburg University Calendar to stay updated on on-campus events!

https://staging-augsburgwww.kinsta.cloud/isss/events-spring-2021/

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21: AUGGIE DOGGIES DAY!

Good news good news ? Auggie Doggie Day will be here on campus Wednesday, September 21st from 10:30am-11:30am. They will be in the Center for Wellness and Counseling lobby. Stop by when you have a chance ?

Hosted by: Center for Wellness & Counseling

Time: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Location: Center for Wellness and Counseling

Info: https://augsburg.campuslabs.com/engage/event/8399887

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23: RECEPTION FOR INTERNATIONAL JOURNALISTS

Faculty, students, and staff are invited to a reception this Friday, September 23, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM in Hagfors 150. The Center for Global Education and Experience (CGEE) and Global Minnesota are co-hosting the event, which will welcome Ambassador Ross Wilson and international journalists from the U.S. Department of State’s Edward R. Murrow program.

Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Location: Hagfors 150

Info: https://amail.augsburg.edu/2022/09/20/reception-for-international-journalists/

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24: AUGSBURG UNIVERSITY FOOTBALL VS COLLEGE OF ST. SCHOLASTICA

Time: 1 PM – 4 PM

Location: Edor Nelson Field

Streaming Video: https://portal.stretchinternet.com/augsburg/

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27: CAREER CONNECTIONS: THE VALUE OF YOUR GLOBAL EXPERIENCE

Join us for a virtual networking event to gain insight into how your unique international background and experiences can support your professional development. Learn about networking on a global scale, how to talk about international experiences with prospective employers, and hear from local professionals and international alumni about how an international background is valuable in a career.

This event is open to international students studying at any college or university in Minnesota. This event is designed for international students, but we won’t exclude any other students from attending.

This event is hosted by Global Minnesota and University of Minnesota – Twin Cities Career Services Administration. Please reach out Anna at adewitt@globalminnesota.org and/or Jane at sitt0036@umn.edu with any questions about this event.

Time: 4:30 PM – 6 PM

Location: ZOOM

Info: Zoom, registration required

✅ ANNOUNCEMENTS

Hope you are enjoying this beautiful weather and a little Pumpkin Spiced Latte while the Fall is peaking through the curtains!

Please look for GeoBlue email notifications regarding your health insurance. Contact Mike Fetting ( fettingm@augsburg.edu) if you haven’t signed up for GeoBlue this semester yet!

✅  ISSS OFFICE SUPPORT

For the most updated office hours and set up appointments with Bettine and Priti go to: https://staging-augsburgwww.kinsta.cloud/isss/office/

ISSS HAS MOVED TO SCIENCE HALL 112

Make sure to always carry your FOB as all buildings are locked!

Here’s our office hours for Fall 2022:

Please contact Priti only during her office hours.

Email us at isss@augsburg.edu or Bettine can also be reached at 651 492 8869 for urgent matters. 

FOR ANY EMERGENCIES CALL DPS on Campus: 612 330 1717. 

Check out our BLOG for the most recent updates!

 ✅  EVENTS 

Make sure to check out the  EVENTS and MEETINGS page!

Also, check out the Augsburg University Calendar to stay updated on on-campus events!

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14: STUDY ABROAD & AWAY FAIR

Time: 10 AM – 2 PM

Location: The Quad

Info: https://calendar.augsburg.edu/event/study-abroad-away-fair-7/ 

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14: STEM PEER MENTORING WELCOME BACK

Time: 5 PM

Location: Hagsfor 106

Info: https://calendar.augsburg.edu/event/stem-peer-mentoring-welcome-back/ 

✅ ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please look for GeoBlue email notifications regarding your health insurance. Contact Mike Fetting ( fettingm@augsburg.edu) if you haven’t signed up for GeoBlue this semester yet!

LAST DAY TO DROP CLASSES SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

✅  ISSS OFFICE SUPPORT

For the most updated office hours and set up appointments with Bettine and Priti go to: https://staging-augsburgwww.kinsta.cloud/isss/office/

ISSS HAS MOVED TO SCIENCE HALL 112

Make sure to always carry your FOB as all buildings are locked!

Here’s our office hours for Fall 2022:

Please contact Priti only during her office hours.

Email us at isss@augsburg.edu or Bettine can also be reached at 651 492 8869 for urgent matters. 

FOR ANY EMERGENCIES CALL DPS on Campus: 612 330 1717. 

Check out our BLOG for the most recent updates!

 ✅  EVENTS 

Make sure to check out the  EVENTS and MEETINGS page!

Also, check out the Augsburg University Calendar to stay updated on on-campus events!

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7: AASA GENERAL MEETING

Time: 4 PM

Location: Marshall Room

Info: https://augsburg.campuslabs.com/engage/event/8305981 

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9: AUGSBURG UNIVERSITY VOLLEYBALL VS UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA MORRIS

Time: 2:30 PM

Location: Si Melby Hall

Info: https://athletics.augsburg.edu/calendar?id=19084 

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10: MALL OF AMERICA INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS WELCOME

Welcome to Minnesota! New and returning international students are invited to come to Mall of America for a day of fun and global connections. Explore the most-visited attraction in Minnesota with over 500 stores, including more than 50 restaurants, Nickelodeon Universe® theme park, SEA LIFE® Minnesota Aquarium, two mini-golf courses, and much more!

Bring your Student I.D. Card

• Free snacks and drinks
• First 200 international students receive a free Mall of America tote

bag and coupon book with 250+ discounts

• Scavenger hunt competition for a chance to win Mall of America gift

card prizes

• Connect with Global Minnesota & other international students

Time: 11 am to 2 pm

Location: South Bridge, Level 2, Overlooking The LEGO® Store, MOA

Info: adewitt@globalminnesota.org 

✅ ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our new international students and welcome back to returning international students!

We have 39 new international students this year including first-year, transfer, exchange and graduates! Don’t be shy to introduce yourself to them and join them in their new experiences at Augsburg!

Please look for GeoBlue email notifications regarding your health insurance. Contact Mike Fetting ( fettingm@augsburg.edu) if you haven’t signed up for GeoBlue this semester yet!

✅  ISSS OFFICE SUPPORT

For the most updated office hours and set up appointments with Bettine and Priti go to: https://staging-augsburgwww.kinsta.cloud/isss/office/

ISSS HAS MOVED TO SCIENCE HALL 112

Make sure to always carry your FOB as all buildings are locked!

Here’s our office hours for Fall 2022:

Please contact Priti only during her office hours.

Email us at isss@augsburg.edu or Bettine can also be reached at 651 492 8869 for urgent matters. 

FOR ANY EMERGENCIES CALL DPS on Campus: 612 330 1717. 

Check out our BLOG for the most recent updates!

 ✅  EVENTS 

Make sure to check out the  EVENTS and MEETINGS page!

Also, check out the Augsburg University Calendar to stay updated on on-campus events!

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1: FALL STUDENT INVOLVEMENT FAIR

Time: 10 AM

Location: Christensen Lobby

Info: https://calendar.augsburg.edu/event/fall-student-involvement-fair/ 

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 3: AUGSBURG UNIVERSITY MEN’S SOCCER VS CENTRAL COLLEGE

Time: 7 PM

Location: Endor Nelson Field

Info: https://calendar.augsburg.edu/event/augsburg-university-mens-soccer-vs-central-college/ 

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10: Mall of America International Students Welcome

Welcome to Minnesota! New and returning international students are invited to come to Mall of America for a day of fun and global connections. Explore the most-visited attraction in Minnesota with over 500 stores, including more than 50 restaurants, Nickelodeon Universe® theme park, SEA LIFE® Minnesota Aquarium, two mini-golf courses, and much more!

Bring your Student I.D. Card

• Free snacks and drinks
• First 200 international students receive a free Mall of America tote bag and coupon book with 250+ discount
• Scavenger hunt competition for a chance to win Mall of America gift card prizes
• Connect with Global Minnesota & other international students

Time: 11 am to 2 pm

Location: South Bridge, Level 2, Overlooking The LEGO® Store, MOA

Info: adewitt@globalminnesota.org

✅ ANNOUNCEMENTS

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS & SCHOLAR SERVICES HAS MOVED TO SCIENCE HALL 112

ISSS & Augsburg Abroad has moved to SC112 & SC110. Stay tuned for more information and events we will have regarding the move and throughout the summer. 

This summer, we will not be having a newsletter for updates but stay tuned for updates via email!

✅  ISSS OFFICE SUPPORT

Summer Schedule for ISSS:

Priti is available during these hours in the SC112 office:

Tuesday 10 am to 4 pm

Wednesday 10 am to 5 pm

Friday 10 am to 5 pm

Bettine will be back permanently on campus in July 2022 and will be available in the SC 112A office.

Email us at isss@augsburg.edu or Bettine can also be reached at 651 492 8869 for urgent matters. 

FOR ANY EMERGENCIES CALL DPS on Campus: 612 330 1717. 

Check out our BLOG for the most recent updates!