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Timely Warning: Motor Vehicle Thefts

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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.

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

  • Always lock your vehicle and check all doors to make sure the locks have engaged

  • Remove all belongings from your vehicle or place them in the trunk of your vehicle

  • If you are not using your vehicle on a regular basis, take time to check on it at least once per day.

Timely Warning: Aggravated Assault and Robbery

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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: 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.

Suspect Description

The suspect seen on security footage appeared to be a Black male, wearing a gray hoodie and jeans. The suspect was last seen on foot, running south on 20th Ave. S., 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.

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

  • Do not prop doors open, and ensure all doors from which you enter/exit are securely closed behind you.
  • 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.
  • If approached in your vehicle by someone you do not know, do not open doors or roll down windows.
  • Call Public Safety or the Minneapolis Police if you see any suspicious activity.

Disclaimer

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

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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 is 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.

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

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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.

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.