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At Augsburg University, your safety and well-being is our primary concern. Whether you are a reporting a concern, a witness, or are unsure of your rights or what actions can be taken, Augsburg University provides resources and information for you to make decisions about your experience.

Augsburg University provides students and employees with an online system for easy and confidential reporting of concerns, violations of the Student Conduct Code, Title IX, Discrimination and Bias, and more. Please review the reporting forms below to select the reporting form that best meets your needs. If you are unsure of which form to choose, please complete the General Student Concerns reporting form.

If you have an emergency, please call 911.

For other urgent matters, please contact the Department of Public Safety for 24-hour assistance at 612-330-1717.

Discrimination and Bias

Augsburg University cares about the safety of its students and creating an inclusive community. All members of the Augsburg Community are subject to Augsburg University non-discrimination policies and the expectation that they will uphold Augsburg’s commitment to diversity.

Augsburg does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religious belief, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, citizenship, creed, genetic information, veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, membership in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status in its education programs and activities, employment policies and practices, or any other areas of the University, except in those instances where there is a bona fide occupational qualification or to comply with state or federal law.  

Students, faculty and staff who have experienced any discrimination, harassment, bias or retaliation are encouraged to communicate their concerns through Augsburg’s Discrimination and Bias Reporting Form

Report discrimination or bias

For more information, contact:

Joanne K. Reeck, Ed.D.
Vice President for Equity and Inclusion | ADA/504 Compliance Officer
reeck@augsburg.edu
612-330-1126

Incident Reporting (CONDUCT CONCERNS)

This form is for reporting general incidents of misconduct – whether it has occurred on or off campus, including, but not limited to: alcohol & drug use, harassment, bullying, housing policy violations, physical assault, organizational violations, hazing, and more.

All members of the Augsburg University community are expected to act with responsibility and moral integrity. Students are subject to disciplinary sanctions for conduct which occurs on or off campus when that behavior is detrimental or disruptive to the purpose or mission of the University.

Report an incident

For more information, contact:

Michael Grewe, Ph.D., LISW
Associate Provost, Dean of Students & Title IX Coordinator
grewe@augsburg.edu
612-330-1499

Sexual MISCONDUCT & Title IX

Sexual misconduct is an umbrella term that means the following forms of sex discrimination and other misconduct: Title IX Sexual Harassment, Non-Title IX Sexual Harassment, Sexual Assault, Stalking, Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, and Sexual Exploitation.

The University understands that definitions may overlap and will examine individual incidents where sexual misconduct is alleged. Individuals can use this form to report any sexual misconduct or Title IX concerns, as outlined above.

Report sexual misconduct or harassment

To learn more about Augsburg’s reporting options and resources for sexual misconduct, please visit our Title IX website.

For more information, contact:

Michael Grewe, Ph.D., LISW
Associate Provost, Dean of Students & Title IX Coordinator
grewe@augsburg.edu
612-330-1499

Student CARE TEAM

Augsburg community members are encouraged to use this form to inform the University of students we should be aware of.  Concerning behaviors or experiences could include: financial Issues, classroom disruption, community disruption, mental health concern, suicidal ideation, attempted suicide, hospitalization, medical, family/friend, relationships.

Report a student concern

For more information, contact:

Michael Grewe, Ph.D., LISW
Associate Provost, Dean of Students & Title IX Coordinator
grewe@augsburg.edu
612-330-1499

Student General Concerns

Augsburg is committed to ensuring our community has access to clear channels of communication.  This means that creating a platform for students to report concerns is essential to the well-being of the University.

Augsburg University is committed to ensuring our community feels seen and heard.  Therefore we recognize that the above forms may not include all possible reporting needs. Individuals may use this form to report any concerns related to Augsburg University.

Please note: Students enrolled in distance education courses through Augsburg University may submit initial complaints concerning their courses or programs to Augsburg University for resolution. If the complaint is not resolved through contact with the Augsburg University program, a complaint may be forwarded to the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement representative at the Minnesota Office of Higher Education – kate.mccartan@state.mn.us or 651-259-3912. Students from California can file a complaint online or call toll-free 833-942-1120.

Report a general student concern

For more information, contact:

Michael Grewe, Ph.D., LISW
Associate Provost, Dean of Students & Title IX Coordinator
grewe@augsburg.edu
612-330-1499

Employee Safety Concerns

Any employee can submit a report regarding a safety concern. Submitted reports are reviewed by the Augsburg Employee Safety Committee.

Employees may submit anonymously or include their name and contact information if you’d like follow-up. Because a thorough investigation often depends upon an ability to gather additional information, employees are encouraged to identify themselves. The Employee Safety Committee will explore anonymous allegations to the extent possible, but will weigh the prudence of continuing such investigations against the likelihood of confirming the alleged facts or circumstances from attributable sources.

Reports are subject to Augsburg’s Whistleblower Protection Policy detailed in the Employee Handbook.

Employee Safety Concerns

For more information, contact:

Rebecca John, MBA, Ed.D.
Vice President, Operations
rjohn@augsburg.edu

STUDENT GRADE APPEALS

A student should only complete this form if:

  • A student has first talked with their professor in an attempt to change their course grade but did not receive an outcome that the student believes was appropriate
    AND
  • A student has then gone to the department chair in an attempt to change their course grade but still did not receive an outcome that the student believes was appropriate

This form will be reviewed by the appropriate academic dean for consideration. (See Final Grade Appeal Procedure for more information.)

Student Grade Appeal

For more information, contact:

Dave Matz, Ph.D.
Associate Provost
matz@augsburg.edu
612-330-1155

Student Organization Appeals

This form is to appeal decisions made about student organizations or student organization members/officers. These include denial as a chartered, commissioned, or AU/graduate student organization; denial or removal as an officer or as a member of a student organization; amounts set or approved for officer stipends; decision made about Day Student Government candidates or election results; sanctions set for student organizations, including deregistration (i.e., suspension).

Student Organization Appeal

For more information, contact:

Eve Christensen
Assistant Director of Campus Life

Religious holiday Observance

The religious holiday observance notification procedure is based on the assumption and expectation that students will act in accordance with the University’s Standards of Conduct. Students are expected to formally notify their instructors at least two weeks in advance that they will miss class in order to observe a religious holiday. Students are required to make prior arrangements with individual instructors for completion of any work missed during an absence. For more information and the complete process, please refer to the Religious Holiday Policy.

Religious Holiday Observance Notification Form

For more information, contact:

Babette Chatman
Director of Campus Ministry | University Pastor

612-330-1733

Request for Reasonable Modifications due to a Pregnancy and Related Conditions

Students who are pregnant or are experiencing related conditions (including nursing/lactating) are entitled to reasonable modifications to prevent sex discrimination and ensure equal access to Augsburg’s educational programs and activities. Students are encouraged to request reasonable modifications as promptly as possible, although retroactive modifications may be available in some circumstances. Reasonable modifications are voluntary, and a student can accept or decline the offered reasonable modifications. Not all reasonable modifications are appropriate for all contexts. For more information and the complete process, please refer to the Pregnancy and Related Conditions Policy.

Request for Reasonable Modifications due to a Pregnancy or Related Conditions

For more information, contact:

Michael Grewe, Ph.D., LISW
Associate Provost, Dean of Students & Title IX Coordinator
grewe@augsburg.edu
612-330-1499

Contact Information

For additional information, please reach out to the appropriate direct contact.

Babette Chatman

Director of Campus Ministry | University Pastor
chatmanb@augsburg.edu
612-330-1733

Eve Christensen

Assistant Director of Campus Life
christe@augsburg.edu

Michael Grewe, Ph.D., LISW

Associate Provost, Dean of Students & Title IX Coordinator
grewe@augsburg.edu
612-330-1499

Dave Matz, Ph.D.

Associate Provost
matz@augsburg.edu
612-330-1155

Dawn Miller

Associate Vice President of Human Resources
millerd1@augsburg.edu
612-330-1216

Rebecca John, MBA, Ed.D.

Vice President, Operations
rjohn@augsburg.edu

Joanne K. Reeck, Ed.D.

Vice President for Equity and Inclusion | ADA/504 Compliance Officer
reeck@augsburg.edu
612-330-1126