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 in Sverdrup Hall on the Minneapolis campus.

REPORTED OFFENSE:  Sexual Assault

On 1/27/23, Augsburg’s Department of Public Safety received a report that a student was sexually assaulted by another student in Sverdrup Hall earlier in the day. The assault involved intimate touching without consent.

Through information provided and investigation DPS identified the student alleged to have been involved, and that student has been restricted from campus pending a Title IX investigation.

STATUS: Augsburg Public Safety and the Augsburg Title IX office are currently investigating this incident. Anyone who may have information regarding this incident is urged to contact Augsburg Department of Public Safety or the Title IX office.

SAFETY TIPS: Augsburg University strives to maintain a University community free of sexual misconduct and is committed to addressing sexual misconduct. The University works to create and maintain a positive learning, working, and living environment in which community members are aware of and respect the rights of others and in which community members take responsibility for their actions. To that end, the University prohibits sexual misconduct and will take steps to prevent its recurrence and to correct its effects.

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.

Augsburg University is moving in-person classes that start at 4:30 p.m. or later in Minneapolis and Rochester to a virtual or alternative format on Tuesday evening due to the ongoing winter storm.

Students, please watch for communications from your instructors with more specific information or consult your course Moodle site for more details. Essential employees are advised to contact their supervisors with any questions. Examples of essential services may include security, maintenance, residential and food service operations, and custodial services.

For information on specific campus facilities, services and events, see Campus Facilities, Services, and Events Weather Updates.

Alert Date: 11-23-22 Incident Date: 11-12-22 through 11-19-22 

Offense: Motor Vehicle Theft  

Location: 23rd Ave near Kennedy Center and Lot B

Between 11/12/22 and 11/19/22 there have been motor vehicles stolen on campus. One was taken from 23rd Avenue near Kennedy Center and two were taken from Lot B. In at least two of the incidents entry was made into the vehicles by breaking out a window. There may have been two additional attempts during the same time frame involving forced entry and damage to steering columns. It is believed each of the incidents took place during the early evening hours.  

Augsburg public Safety and the Minneapolis Police Department are investigating these offenses. Anyone with any information regarding these incidents is asked to call Augsburg Department of Public Safety at 612-330-1717.

Remember that YOU can help prevent crimes from occurring on campus by following the tips below and calling Public Safety when you witness suspicious activity.

Be aware of your surroundings.   Lock your doors.   Report people tailgating into buildings. Watch your valuables – do not leave valuables unattended.  Lock your vehicle and keep valuables out of sight.  Walk in groups or call Public Safety for an escort.  Stay in well lit areas if possible.  Report suspicious activity IMMEDIATELY!

Contact Public Safety by calling 612-330-1717 or using the 

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Armed Robbery

4/16/2022

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 in Lot L on the Minneapolis campus.

REPORTED OFFENSE:  Armed Robbery

Today, April 16, Augsburg’s Department of Public Safety received a report that at around 7:05 a.m. an attempted armed robbery occurred in Lot L. A non-Augsburg individual was walking toward their car when a male approached her, demanded her money, and pulled out a handgun. The suspect ran off campus without taking anything.  There currently is no description of the suspect, and the Minneapolis Police have been notified of this incident.

STATUS:  Augsburg Public Safety is cooperating with the Minneapolis Police (MPD) investigation of this incident. Anyone who may have information regarding this incident is urged to contact MPD 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).

SAFETY TIPS:

• Be aware of your surroundings

• If possible, walk in groups or call DPS at 612-330-1717 for an escort

• Report any suspicious or dangerous activity immediately to Augsburg Public Safety or MPD

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.

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Aggravated Assault

04/12/2022

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, as reported below, outside Lindell Library on the Minneapolis campus.

REPORTED OFFENSE:  Aggravated Assault

Today, April 12, Augsburg’s Department of Public Safety received a report that at approximately 5:00 p.m., a non-Augsburg affiliated individual was shot during an altercation outside of Lindell Library. Witnesses stated that an individual got into a fight with three suspects inside of Lindell Library. The altercation moved outside near 22nd Ave, at which point, one of the suspects pulled out a gun and shot the victim in the leg. All three suspects fled in a brown/red Ford SUV with the license plate DZA-454. Minneapolis Police (MPD) and Augsburg Public Safety quickly arrived on scene after the incident and secured the area.  It is important to note that this was a non-police-involved shooting.

STATUS:  Augsburg Public Safety and 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.

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).

SAFETY TIPS:

• Be aware of your surroundings
• Notify Augsburg Public Safety immediately of any suspicious or dangerous activity
• If you are being harassed, go to a public place and ask someone to call Augsburg Public Safety or 911
• If you see a vehicle matching the description of the suspect vehicle, immediately notify Augsburg Public Safety and MPD – DO NOT APPROACH THE VEHICLE

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.

Augsburg University is moving in-person classes that start at 5 p.m. or later on the Minneapolis campus to a virtual or alternative format on Tuesday evening due to the ongoing winter storm.

Students, please watch for communications from your instructors with more specific information or consult your course Moodle site for more details. Essential employees are advised to contact their supervisors with any questions. Examples of essential services may include security, maintenance, residential and food service operations, and custodial services. 

For information on specific campus facilities, services and events, see Campus Facilities, Services, and Events Weather Updates.

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report and the Minnesota Office of Higher Education Sexual Assault Data Report are now available on the Department of Public Safety website at by visiting the Crime Alerts and Logs page, or by clicking on the following link; 2021 Annual Security Report.

If you would like to receive a physical copy of the combined Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains this information, you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling (612) 330-1717 or email a request to publicsafety@augsburg.edu.

The website and booklet contain information regarding campus security and personal safety topics such as: crime prevention, fire safety, public safety law enforcement authority, crime reporting policies, disciplinary procedures and other matters of importance related to security and safety on campus.  They also contain information about crime statistics for the three previous calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned and controlled by Augsburg University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus.

This information is required by law and is provided by the Augsburg University Department of Public Safety.

Motor Vehicle Thefts

September 29, 2021

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 concerning incidents that occurred on the Minneapolis campus.

REPORTED OFFENSE:  Motor Vehicle Thefts

Today, September 29, Augsburg’s Department of Public Safety received multiple reports of vehicles being stolen out of Lot B within the last 24 hours.  One report involved two vehicles which were left unlocked with the keys left in the vehicles; these vehicles were stolen between 6:15 A.M. and 6:20 A.M. on Wednesday September 29.  A second report stated a single vehicle was taken between 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday September 28 and 11:00 A.M on Wednesday September 29.  Both reports have been shared with the Minneapolis Police, who are actively investigating the thefts.  No suspect descriptions are available at this time.  

STATUS:  Augsburg Public Safety and the Minneapolis Police (MPD) are currently investigating these incidents. Anyone who may have information regarding these incidents 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 (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).

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 or under a seat where they cannot be seen from outside the vehicle
• Check your glove compartment and user manual to make sure spare keys/fobs are not left in your vehicle (spare keys are sometimes left in these areas after purchasing a vehicle)
• If you are not using your vehicle on a regular basis, take the time to check on it at least once per day

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.

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Armed Robbery

5/1/2021

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 an incident that occurred at the intersection of 8th St S and 20th Ave S on the Minneapolis campus.

REPORTED OFFENSE:  Armed Robbery

Today, May 1, Augsburg’s Department of Public Safety received a report that at approximately 3:15 p.m., an armed robbery occurred at the intersection of 8th St S and 20th Ave S.  The victim was traveling west on 8th St S when they were rear ended by the suspects’ vehicle.  When the victims got out of their vehicle to view the damage and exchange insurance information, one suspect stole a purse from the victim’s vehicle, while another suspect entered the victim’s vehicle and left the scene, followed by the suspects’ vehicle.  One of the victims attempted to chase the suspect who stole the purse, but stopped when the suspect with the purse pulled out a gun.  The suspects’ vehicle is a black Nissan with Minnesota license plate 353-PUJ.

STATUS:  Augsburg Public Safety and the Minneapolis Police (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.

DPS is grateful to the members of the Augsburg community who promptly called x1717 to notify DPS of this incident.  To all our community members, 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).

SAFETY TIPS:

• If you see the suspects’ vehicle contact the Minneapolis Police by calling 911 as soon as possible with the location and direction the vehicle is traveling
• Keep your head up and be aware of your surroundings
• If approached in your vehicle by someone you do not know, do not open doors or roll down windows
• If you are involved in an accident on campus, remain in your vehicle and call Public Safety
• If you are a victim of a crime, do not attempt to chase or apprehend the suspect – focus on details of the suspect(s) that could help identify them and call Public Safety as soon as it is safe to do so
• Call Public Safety or the Minneapolis Police if you see any suspicious activity

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.