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Augsburg Moving to Virtual Evening Classes on April 28; Travel Caution Advised

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Augsburg University is moving classes starting at 4:30 p.m. or later on Monday, April 28, 2025, to a virtual format due to the potential for severe weather. Events including the Auggie Awards and Late Night Breakfast are expected to proceed as scheduled this evening.   

Students, staff, and faculty are advised to monitor weather conditions and prioritize safety in traveling to or from campus. Students and employees who will be on campus this evening should monitor weather conditions and seek shelter if a tornado warning is issued. To be prepared, please review in advance the following severe weather locations map and information:

Students, please watch for communications from your instructors with more specific information or consult your course Moodle site for more details. Employees should work with their supervisors if they have questions.

Safety Precautions Related to Threat to University of Minnesota Campus: January 11, 2024

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The University of Minnesota—Twin Cities received a threat of gun violence the morning of January 11 and advised all non-essential employees to work from home today as a precaution. While we have received no threats against the Augsburg campus or any member of the Augsburg community related to this situation, Augsburg employees and student workers are advised to consult with their supervisors and make arrangements to work remotely on January 11, where possible, and adjust unit operations as necessary. We encourage all members of our community to take appropriate safety precautions as this situation unfolds. 

Temporary Change to Escort Policy

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Effective 3/20/2020

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the campus community Public Safety will be suspending all vehicle escorts until further notice. Public Safety staff will still be providing walking escorts on campus, as well as to Fairview-Riverside Hospital and the People’s Center Riverside facilities.

If you are feeling ill and are not able to walk with Public Safety staff to Fairview or the People’s Center, you should still contact Public Safety at 612-330-1717 and we will have emergency medical services (ambulance service) assist in transporting you to the proper healthcare facility.

We will reassess this temporary policy change on 3/30/2020.  Any questions about this temporary policy change should be directed to publicsafety@augsburg.edu.

Parking Sales – Dates and Info

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Parking Sales Dates:
– Staff/Faculty begins Monday Aug 5th at 9am
– Student Seniors/Evening/Weekend/Grad begins Monday Aug 12th at 9am
– Student Juniors begins Tuesday Aug 13th at 9am
– Student Sophomores begins Wednesday Aug 14th at 9am
– Student First Year commuters begins Thursday Aug 15th at 9am
– Staff/Faculty Underground sales begin Friday Aug 16th at 9am
**All permits will be available to those eligible to purchase on Friday Aug 16th at 9am**
Permit Prices: (unchanged from 18/19)
– Staff/Faculty 1.0FTE – $504/yr
– Staff/Faculty <.5FTE – $210/yr – Commuter Student – $358/yr – Resident Student – $390/yr – Luther Underground – $1,400/ full year including summer – Oren Underground – $1,520/ full year including summer – Evening/Weekend/Grad – $122/yr For general questions, please visit https://www.augsburg.edu/dps/parking/ For additional questions email publicsafety@augsburg.edu

Rochester classes canceled Monday, January 28

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Due to hazardous weather and travel conditions today, Monday, January 28, Augsburg University has canceled classes at its Rochester location. Faculty are encouraged to make arrangements to meet with their students via Zoom or other methods. Students are encouraged to consult the course Moodle site for additional information and alternative coursework from their instructors.

Timely Notice 8/17/2018: Robbery on Minneapolis Campus

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Robbery

08/17/2018

In compliance with the “Timely Notice” provision of the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act of 1998 Augsburg University Department of Public Safety is giving notice of a concerning incident that occurred on 22nd Ave in front of the Hagfors Center on the Minneapolis campus.

REPORTED OFFENSE:  Robbery

Today, 08/17/2018, DPS received a report that at 3:10 PM on 8/17/2018, a robbery at gunpoint occurred on 21st Ave S in front of the Hagfors Center at Augsburg University.  The victim, who is not affiliated with Augsburg, was sitting on the benches on the east side of the Hagfors Center looking at their phone.  The victim was approached by two individuals, one put a gun to the victim’s head and demanded the victim’s property. A backpack, purse and cell phone were taken.  The suspects fled to a black sedan parked on the east side of 22nd Ave S under the Hagfors Center skyway and left Northbound on 22nd Ave.  There is no further suspect or vehicle description at this point.

SAFETY TIPS:
Keep your head up and always be aware of your surroundings

  • Do not sit or walk with your phone/laptop out
  • Do not walk with earbuds or headphones on so you can hear what is going on around you
  • Call Public Safety immediately if you notice any suspicious behavior

STATUS:  This incident is currently under investigation by Public Safety and the Minneapolis
Police.  Anyone who may have information regarding this incident is urged to contact the Minneapolis Police or Augsburg Public Safety at 612-330-1717.

Please report any and all concerns that may impact our campus community. If You See Something – Say Something (x1717). We also encourage you to utilize the resources available on our website: www.augsburg.edu/dps and in the CampusShield safety app (available for free download on Google Play and iTunes app store).

Augsburg University believes that physical descriptors alone are not a valid reason to profile or cast suspicion on any individual.  When physical descriptors are included in communication to the Augsburg community, it is done so because they may reasonably assist in identifying the perpetrator of the incident.  Augsburg University uses perceived race and gender descriptors that are provided about a suspect only when additional characteristics (beyond clothing) are also available. Such descriptors are used in an attempt to provide the campus community with important information.  However, the University recognizes that race and gender are personal identity attributes that cannot always be accurately perceived by others, and that any reported information may not be accurate.

TIMELY NOTICE – ROBBERY ON CAMPUS

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TIMELY NOTICE BULLETIN

Robbery  

April 11, 2018

 

In compliance with the “Timely Notice” provision of the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act of 1998 Augsburg University Department of Public Safety is giving notice of a concerning incident that occurred inside Anderson Hall on the Minneapolis Campus.

REPORTED OFFENSE:  Robbery

Today, 4/11/2018, DPS received a report that on Monday, April 9, 2018 around 11:30 pm, a robbery occurred inside an Anderson Hall apartment.  A student was attempting to sell clothing online and had the potential buyers meet at their apartment. The victim met 2 males at the North entrance to Anderson Hall and escorted them to their room.  When the clothing item was shown to the potential buyers they hit the victim in the head and pointed a handgun at them. The suspects then took the clothing item and ran out the North entrance of Anderson Hall.  The suspects then got into a dark colored 4 door sedan parked on 21st Ave S (north of 7th St) and left Northbound on 21st Ave S.

SAFETY TIPS:

When selling anything online:

  • DO NOT meet at your residence or the buyer’s residence; choose a neutral location in a public area that is well lit.
  • If possible, bring a friend with you to the sale; if not, make sure to let someone know where the meeting is taking place, when you are leaving, and when you expect to be back.

STATUS:  We believe this to be an isolated incident, and it remains under investigation by the Minneapolis Police Department and the Augsburg College Department of Public Safety. Anyone who may have information regarding this incident is urged to contact MPD or Augsburg DPS at 612-330-1717.

Please report any and all concerns that may impact our campus community. If You See Something – Say Something (1717). We also encourage you to utilize the resources available at our website: publicsafety@augsburg.edu

Tony Erchul

Assistant Director of Public Safety

April 3: Rochester classes canceled

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Due to hazardous weather and travel conditions today, April 3, Augsburg University has canceled classes at its Rochester location. Faculty are encouraged to make arrangements to meet with their students via Zoom or other methods. Students are encouraged to consult the course Moodle site for additional information and alternative coursework from their instructors.

Although classes in Rochester are canceled, Augsburg is not suspending normal operations. Employees should coordinate schedules and work arrangements with their supervisors as needed while ensuring everyone’s safety.

February 19: Rochester Classes Canceled

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Augsburg University has canceled Rochester classes today, Feb. 19, due to hazardous weather and travel conditions. Instructors may make arrangements to hold classes via Zoom or make alternative plans for canceled classes. Students are encouraged to contact their instructors and consult the course Moodle site for additional information and alternative coursework from their instructors.

 

 

 

 

Timely Notice – Robbery on Campus

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TIMELY NOTICE BULLETIN
Robbery
January 21, 2018

In compliance with the “Timely Notice” provision of the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act of 1998 Augsburg University Department of Public Safety is giving notice of a concerning incident that occurred outside of Anderson Residence Hall on the Minneapolis Campus.

REPORTED OFFENSE: Resident student was standing near Anderson Hall entrance looking at phone. Resident was approached by two suspects who were asking for the time. After approaching and repeating the question, first suspect displayed a black semi-automatic pistol which was kept in his waistband. Suspect demanded wallet, shoulder bag and cell phone. Resident was told to remove the SIM card from the phone. Suspect reportedly disabled the GPS setting. Both suspects fled westbound toward 20th Avenue South. Additional witness reported a black Honda or Accura accelerating at a high rate of speed on 20th Avenue toward Riverside.

SUSPECTS: Descriptions as reported by victim:
Suspect #1 (displayed weapon): Somali male late teens-early 20’s, thin, 130 lbs, 5-10 to 6-0, waist high black jacket with maroon hoodie underneath, appeared to be short black hair underneath hood, no facial hair
Suspect #2: Somali male late teens-early 20’s, thin, 6-0 to 6-2, gray hooded sweat shirt and khaki pants

STATUS: This incident remains under investigation by the Augsburg College Department of Public Safety and the Minneapolis Police Department. Anyone who may have information regarding this incident is urged to contact DPS at 612-330-1717.

Augsburg College DPS works diligently to provide a safe and welcoming atmosphere for our students, staff, faculty and visitors. We ask your assistance in working toward that goal. Please report any and all concerns that may impact our campus community. If You See Something – Say Something (1717). We also encourage you to utilize the resources available at our website: publicsafety@augsburg.edu

Scott Brownell
Director of Public Safety