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Augsburg University moving to virtual classes and operations Wednesday and Thursday in Minneapolis and Rochester


Augsburg University is moving classes to a remote format on Wednesday 2/22 and Thursday 2/23, and most operations will be virtual in Minneapolis and Rochester because heavy snow and high winds are in the forecast. At this time, we expect normal operations to resume on Friday 2/24.

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. All other employees are encouraged to move meetings and work to a remote format. 

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

This is a good time to sign up to receive campus emergency notifications if you haven’t already. Visit the Public Safety Website for instructions.

Augsburg Cancels Friday Evening Classes (starting 5 p.m.) and All Saturday Classes

Augsburg University has canceled evening classes that begin at 5 p.m. or later on Friday, January 17 and all classes White snowflake on red backgroundSaturday, January 18 on the Minneapolis campus because of heavy snow expected. Students are encouraged to consult the course Moodle site for additional information and alternative coursework from their instructors. No classes were scheduled during these times at the Rochester location.

Augsburg is not suspending normal operations. Employees should coordinate schedules and work arrangements with their supervisors as needed. Augsburg encourages students and employees to put their safety first when determining whether they will be able to travel to and from campus during inclement weather conditions.

Some facilities and services may have adjusted schedules. For information on specific campus facilities, services, and events, see Campus Facilities, Services, and Events Weather Update

Augsburg University Classes Canceled Wednesday, November 27

Due to winter weather, Augsburg University has canceled daytime and evening classes on the Minneapolis campus Wednesday, November 27. Students are encouraged to consult the course Moodle site for additional information and alternative coursework from their instructors. No classes were planned for Wednesday at the Rochester location.

Augsburg is not suspending normal operations. Employees should coordinate schedules and work arrangements with their supervisors as needed. Augsburg encourages students and employees to put their safety first when determining whether they will be able to travel to and from campus during inclement weather conditions.

Some facilities and services may have adjusted schedules. For information on specific campus facilities, services, and events, see Campus Facilities, Services, and Events Weather Updates.

Rochester Evening Classes Canceled Monday, February 25

Due to hazardous travel conditions today, Monday, February 25, Augsburg University has canceled evening classes starting at 4:30 p.m. 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.

Augsburg suspending normal operations in Minneapolis, canceling classes after 3 p.m., Wednesday, February 20.

Due to weather conditions, Augsburg University is canceling classes as of 3 p.m. today, Wednesday, February 20, at its Minneapolis, Rochester, and Luther Seminary locations. Augsburg also is suspending normal operations at the Minneapolis campus as of 3 p.m. today.

Students are encouraged to consult the course Moodle site for additional information, remote access, or alternative coursework from their instructors.

After 3 p.m., only essential services, such as public safety, residence life, and food service, will be available on the Minneapolis campus. Employees with questions should contact their manager to verify if they should report to or remain on campus after 3 p.m.

As always, Augsburg encourages students and employees to put their safety first when determining whether they will be able to travel to and from campus during inclement weather conditions.

Some facilities and services may remain open or have adjusted schedules. For information on specific campus facilities, services, and events, see Campus Facilities, Services, and Events Weather Updates.

Rochester evening classes canceled Tuesday, February 12

Due to heavy snowfall and hazardous travel conditions today, Tuesday, February 12, Augsburg University has canceled evening classes starting at 4:30 p.m. 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.

Rochester Evening Classes Canceled Thursday, February 7

Due to heavy snowfall and hazardous travel conditions today, Thursday, February 7, Augsburg University has canceled evening classes starting at 4:30 p.m. 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.

 

Minneapolis and Rochester classes to resume at noon Thursday, January 31; normal operations resume at 10 a.m.

Augsburg University has canceled classes that start before 12 p.m. Thursday, January 31 because of frigid weather. Students are encouraged to consult the course Moodle site for additional information and alternative coursework from their instructors. Classes that start at 12 p.m. or later will be held on their normal schedules.

Normal campus operations resume at 10 a.m. Thursday. Only essential services employees may need to report before then on Thursday morning. Employees with questions should contact their manager to verify if they should report to work.

Employees should coordinate schedules and work arrangements with their supervisors as needed. Augsburg encourages students and employees to put their safety first when determining whether they will be able to travel to and from campus during inclement weather conditions.

Some facilities and services may have adjusted schedules. For information on specific campus facilities, services, and events, see Campus Facilities, Services, and Events Weather Updates.

 

CLASSES CANCELED AND OPERATIONS SUSPENDED TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY IN MINNEAPOLIS AND ROCHESTER

Augsburg University has canceled classes and suspended normal operations Tuesday and Wednesday at both the Minneapolis and Rochester locations because of severe cold. Students are encouraged to consult their course Moodle site and monitor email for any additional information and alternative coursework from their instructors.

Only essential services, such as public safety, residence life, and food service, will be available. Librarians will be “on call” for virtual or online consultation between 9am-6pm. Not all scheduled employees in essential services departments may be needed. Employees with questions should contact their manager to verify if they should report to work. Only essential personnel should report to work.

Augsburg encourages students and employees to put their safety first when determining whether they will be able to travel to and from campus during inclement weather conditions.

Many facilities and services will have adjusted schedules. For information on specific campus facilities, services, and events, see Campus Facilities, Services, and Events Weather Updates.

 

Rochester classes canceled Monday, January 28

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.