Thursday, February 9, 2017

submitted by ahrensj@augsburg.edu

The Kitchen and Commons will be closed for repairs until further notice.

Einstein’s hours:
Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m.-9 p.m.
Friday, 7:30 a.m.-8 p.m.
Saturday, 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

There will be limited bagel and sweets options available, due to the kitchen being closed. All students can use their meal replacements at Einstein’s without limitations. Grab and go deli sandwiches are also included in the meal replacement.

submitted by ahrensj@augsburg.edu

Resident Students: Food service for resident students with meal plans will be provided at Nabo, in Oren Gateway Center, during the following hours:
Breakfast, 7:30 a.m.-9:45 a.m.
Continental Breakfast, 9:36 a.m.-10:59 a.m.
Lunch, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Salad & Deli: 1:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
Dinner, 4:30 p.m.-8 p.m

After you scan your card feel free to visit the deli bar, salad bar, world flavors station, the hot items on the buffet line OR ask for a sandwich to go that is in our deli case. See the cashier if you wish to order gluten free pasta, vegan burgers, or soy milk.

If you should have any issues with your dining plan or experience feel free to contact Andrew Garner (Executive Chef) at 612-201-1405 or Josh Ahrens (General Manager) at 612-716-8519.

Thank you for your patience during this time.

submitted by johnsod@augsburg.edu

Staff Senate has extended the deadline for nominations of Outstanding Staff. Submissions will be accepted until Friday, February 10, at 10 a.m. and may be from any current staff, faculty, or student at Augsburg College; self-nominations are not allowed.

The Outstanding Staff Award is intended to recognize exceptional Augsburg staff members who exemplify the mission statement of the College through their actions.

Five staff will be receive the Outstanding Staff Award and one will receive the Newcomer Award. These individuals will be recognized at the annual Staff Appreciation Awards on Thursday, March 2, from 2–4 p.m. in Hoversten Chapel.

Learn more and submit your nominations on the Staff Senate website

submitted by chavez@augsburg.edu

Hello!
My name is Anabel Chavez, and I’m a Psychology major and McNair Scholar at Augsburg College. I am conducting research this semester as a part of my Psychology Honors project and I would like to invite you to participate in my study!

WHAT?
This study looks at how relationship memories may relate to relationship satisfaction. Therefore, the study asks for participants to disclose two personal relationship-defining memories.

WHO can participate?
Participants are required to be at least 18 years of age and are currently involved in a romantic (but not marital) relationship. Participants will also need to have been in their current romantic relationship for at least 6 months (or longer). Participants who have participated in my summer research experiment, cannot participate again.

The study will require participants to come to the Augsburg College campus to take a survey (20-30 minutes). Participants will then have the choice to either receive 1 credit for their research participation requirement in PSY105/PSY215 or receive a $10 cash compensation for their time and effort.

For any further questions, concerns, or to schedule an appointment please send me an email at chavez@augsburg.edu.

Thank You!

submitted by crombie@augsburg.edu

Augsburg’s TRIO McNair Scholars Program is recruiting students for Fall 2017 admission. Eligible applicants will be at Junior status Spring 2018 and available to conduct research Summer 2018. We are particularly looking for students in STEM fields that are interested in pursuing doctoral degrees, but we will consider all majors EXCEPT most professional fields (including business, pre-law, pre-health). STEM Sophomores may also be eligible during this recruitment period; please contact us if you’d like more info on this.

The McNair Scholars Program works with students who are members of groups underrepresented in graduate education and who exhibit strong academic potential. The goal of the program is to prepare Scholars for graduate study through academics, involvement in undergraduate research and other scholarly activities. McNair provides coursework, workshops and advising in preparation for doctoral study. The program also assists with securing admission to and financial assistance for enrollment in graduate programs. Students will acquire the research skills necessary to succeed in graduate school through a paid research internship ($4000) with an Augsburg faculty member during the Summer of 2018.

The McNair Scholars Program is a federal TRIO grant from the U.S. Department of Education. Therefore, to be eligible, students must be first-generation (neither parent graduated from a four-year college) AND low-income OR may be persons from groups underrepresented in graduate education. The Department of Education defines these groups as African-American, American Indian, Alaskan Native, and Hispanic/Latino. Additionally, applicants must be either U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents.

If you are interested in learning more about the McNair Scholars Program, please contact Lara Crombie, Program Assistant at crombie@augsburg.edu. Don’t hesitate to contact us if you have questions about the program or if you’re unsure whether or not you qualify.

submitted by glasere@augsburg.edu

Looking for a cool job opportunity this summer? Consider applying to be an Augsburg College Youth Theology Institute (ACYTI) Mentor!

We are looking for SIX current students to serve as mentors for this summer’s Youth Theology Institute (ACYTI).

Augsburg College Youth Theology Institute (ACYTI) (link below) is a week-long experience for high school students to critically engage in theological inquiry and faith exploration on the campus of the college. Classroom learning, worship opportunities, urban exposure, and community building are all components of the program.

An ACYTI Mentor serves a vital role in the Youth Theology Institute by helping to implement programs and cultivate community as faith leaders working with the high school youth participants. Mentors need to complete 22 hours of training in March and April and be totally available the entire week of June 24-30. Mentors will be paid a stipend of $1500.

Interested in applying? You will find the job description under the Human Resources website.

Have any questions? Contact Lonna Field at ccv@augsburg.edu

Brought to you by: Christensen Center for Vocation, Campus Ministry, and YFM

ACYTI

submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu

MN Private College Job & Internship Fair – Prep Sessions
Are you registered for the MN Private College Job & Internship Fair? Are you still wondering if the fair is for you? You must pre-register for the fair which is scheduled for Wednesday, February 22nd. To help you prepare the Strommen Career & Internship Center will be holding a number of prep sessions (you only need to attend one) on the following days:

Thursday, February 9th – 11:30- 11:50
Monday, February 13th – 10:40-11:00
Thursday, February 16th 11:30- 11:50

To register for the fair and to learn more go to http://www.augsburg.edu/strommen

If you have questions, please call 612-330-1148

submitted by ellenwoo@augsburg.edu

Prof. Wesley Ellenwood’s film “No Blood Of Mine” won two awards last Saturday night at the Saint Paul Frozen Film Festival. The first was for the “Best Festival Buzz Award”. The second was for the “Best Full Length Narrative Drama Award”. Congratulations to the entire cast and crew!

http://www.stpff.com

submitted by dores@augsburg.edu

Students can now apply for the 2016-17 NASA Space Grant Undergraduate Scholarship Program at Augsburg College. This scholarship program supports the advancement of academically focused undergraduates seeking professional careers in the natural sciences, especially space physics & engineering, mathematics, and science/mathematics education.

This competitive program awards 6 scholarships for spring semester, 2017, in the following areas:
-Emerging Scholarship (Sophomore-Junior). Four scholarships of $1000 to encourage students whose course of study shows progress in meeting the criteria of this scholarship program.
-Enhanced Scholarship (Sophomore-Senior). Two scholarships of $2000 to support students who have shown considerable progress in meeting the criteria of this scholarship program.

Strong candidates for the grant will be students who…
-are a sophomore, junior, or senior majoring in physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, computer science, pre-engineering, or mathematics/science education;
-can demonstrate strong academic performance and leadership within their major area; and
-show an interest in contributing to NASA’s mission.

Please note that students from traditionally underrepresented groups in science and mathematics fields are especially encouraged to apply. No applicant shall be denied consideration based on race, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, or ability.

Deadline for application: Friday, February 24, 2017

NASA Scholarship Information

submitted by peterlin@augsburg.edu

Thank you to everyone who participated in January’s biometric screenings. We had a great turnout–a 34% increase in participation from last year!

Participants were eligible for HSA contributions or entry into a prize drawing (if not on a HDHP). Those eligible for the HSA contributions will see that contribution made in the next payroll on 2/17/2017. Those eligible for prize drawings in this event were entered to win an HD Nook, an Augsburg blanket, or one of 3 notepads/pens. Congratulations to the winners listed below!

Dianne Detloff–HD Nook
Sarah Cash-Darvell–Blanket
Thenedra Roots–Notepad and pen
Kevin Cheatham–Notepad and pen
Amy Cram Helwick–Notepad and pen

Please pick up your prizes in HR by February 17th. Thank you, again, for your participation in this wellness event!

submitted by gudaitis@augsburg.edu

Join us at 10-4 in Christensen to learn about what’s happening with the Dakota Access Pipeline and take action. Sign the banner to support Standing Rock and use social media to make your voice heard! Visit our Facebook page to learn more about how you can help the No Dakota Access Pipeline effort: https://www.facebook.com/nodapl.augsburgcollege/?ref=aymt_homepage_panel.