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No Appointments Needed: COVID-19 Testing Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri PMs at People’s Center

submitted by alamilla@augsburg.edu

No appointments needed for drive-through or walk-up COVID-19 tests 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday at the People’s Center, 425 20th Ave. S., across the street from Augsburg’s Minneapolis campus. Find out more about the People’s Center:

People’s Center and Other Healthcare Providers

Teaching and Learning

Scholarship/ICD/Provost’s Internationalization Grant Applications Due 2 Weeks from Today

submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu

The link below contains calls for proposals, frequently, asked questions, samples, and application forms for the Scholarship Grants, ICD Grants, and Provost’s Internationalization Travel Grants. All applications are due Monday, February 15 at Noon. If you have any questions, email ctl@augsburg.edu.

2021 Grant Information and Applications

Remember to Submit Your Faculty Award Nominations

submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu

The Office of Academic Affairs and the Faculty Development Committee invite your nominations for the annual Augsburg University Distinguished Contributions Awards. Augsburg annually recognizes individuals or groups that have made exemplary contributions to creating an engaging academic learning environment through awards for teaching, scholarship, and service. All faculty or full-time staff who have been employed at the university for at least three years are eligible for the awards.

Nominations are due Monday, March 1.

Distinguished Contribution in Teaching – Up to two awards may be given in this category, one for full-time faculty and one for adjunct faculty (2 courses per term or less).

Distinguished Contribution in Service

Distinguished Contribution in Scholarship

*Letters of support will help bolster your nomination. Make sure to email them to ctl@augsburg.edu before March 1.

2021 Distinguished Contributions Award Nomination Form/Information

Apply for Paid On Campus Summer Research

submitted by kundell@augsburg.edu

Research/Creative Activity can be done in all disciplines. There are 400, 200, and 100 hour options.

Compensation over 11 Weeks:
400 hours – $5700
200 hours – $2850
100 hours – $1425

First step: Read the URGO Summer Research Info Packet (found at the link below)
Second step: Talk to faculty in your discipline(s) and ask if they have ongoing research and are willing to mentor you

Phase 1 Application is now due February 9th

On Campus Summer Research Website

Get Paid to Do Summer Research Off Campus

submitted by kundell@augsburg.edu

Get paid to conduct scientific research with some of the nation’s top academics at universities, labs, or institutes through a summer research program. Such programs are a great way to enhance your education, meet new people, and explore a new city!

Visit URGO’s website using the link below to begin searching for opportunities. The deadline for many programs is in January 2021.

Contact URGO at urgo@augsburg.edu to make an individual appointment if you need help finding opportunities or crafting your applications.

Off Campus Summer Research Lists and Databases

General Announcements

2020 W-2 Forms Update

submitted by cswanson@augsburg.edu

All employees’ 2020 W-2 forms were mailed Thursday, January 28th and are now available for online viewing and printing.

View and Print through Inside Augsburg, https://inside.augsburg.edu/.

-Faculty and Staff: Administrative Tasks> Agresso Web
-Student Employee: Records and Registration>Student Employment Pay Records

Please email payroll@augsburg.edu if you need any further assistance. Thank you!

COVID-19: Monitor Your Symptoms Daily with the CampusClear App

submitted by alamilla@augsburg.edu

CampusClear is a free self-screening free application for iPhones and Androids that everyone in the Augsburg community must complete daily before coming to campus or leaving their residence hall. Self-screening is an easy action to take and one that is critical in helping reduce the spread of COVID-19. Download at campusclear.com/

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Seniors – Use Your Augsburg Bold Scholarship to Study Leadership

submitted by tuchten@augsburg.edu

As part of the Augsburg Bold program, the university offering a scholarship for current seniors looking to continue their education in one of Augsburg’s designated graduate programs. Augsburg is offering a 50% tuition discount in the form of a scholarship. The Master of Arts in Leadership (MAL) is one of the designated programs. Find out more by using the link below or contact the program director, Dr. Alan Tuchtenhagen at: tuchten@augsburg.edu

The Augsburg Master’s Degree in Leadership

Ring in the New Semester with TutorMe

submitted by trancc@augsburg.edu

Students – don’t forget about TutorMe! It is available to Augsburg students 24/7 and offers tutoring in over 300 subjects from qualified tutors. Students are able to use 3 hours a week; 3 one hour sessions or 6 thirty-minute sessions. You can find TutorMe on Moodle by clicking any of your classes! At the top left of your screen there is an orange tab to see the side panel of resources. As you scroll down, you will see the “Augsburg Tools” section and underneath is TutorMe. For more information on other tutoring and academic skills options, please click “Tutoring & Academic Skills Information”.

Academic Skills & Tutoring Information

Calling Seniors “Augsburg Bold Graduate Program Scholarship”

submitted by assal@augsburg.edu

As part of the Augsburg Bold initiative, the university has committed to a “one time” scholarship program for current seniors looking to continue their education in one of Augsburg’s designated graduate programs. To support our graduating students, Augsburg is offering a 50% tuition discount in the form of a scholarship.

Augsburg Bold Graduate Program Scholarship

Graduating This Spring? Apply for a Paid Internship in China

submitted by leess8@augsburg.edu

Auggies who are graduating this spring 2021 (as well as recent graduates) are invited to apply to serve as interns at Augsburg University’s exchange partner, United International College in Zhuhai, China (near Hong Kong and Macao).

Internship placements are from August 2021-June 2022. Airfare, Housing and a generous monthly stipend are provided. Apply by February 1st.

Click here to watch the info session given by local staff earlier this year about this opportunity! https://youtu.be/mfUAnRkYc0w

Questions? Contact Andrea Dvorak at dvorak@augsburg.edu

Job Description | Application | More Information

Apply for a NASA Space Grant Scholarship

submitted by mayper@augsburg.edu

The NASA Space Grant 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 up to 6 scholarships for Spring 2021 (totaling $8000), in the following areas:
1. Emerging Scholarship (Sophomore-Senior): Scholarships of $1000 to encourage students whose course of study shows progress in meeting the criteria of this scholarship program.
2. Enhanced Scholarship (Sophomore-Senior): 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.

The application deadline is Monday, February 15, at 11:59PM. To learn more about this scholarship and how to apply, visit https://www.augsburg.edu/stem/opportunities/research-opportunities/nasa/

If you have any questions, please reach out to Ben Stottrup at stottrup@augsburg.edu.

Apply to be the Opinions Editor for the School Newspaper (Paid Position)

submitted by shamblet@augsburg.edu

The Echo, Augsburg’s student-run newspaper, is looking for students interested in our position of Opinions Editor.

*Pro tip: you do not need to be an expert in writing or editing to do well as an Echo editor. The Echo provides ample training and a welcoming team of support. If you’re interested, go for it!*

The editor of our “Opinions” section is responsible for curating, editing and writing articles centered on Augsburg student and community opinions and stories. Some examples of Opinions content topics include political comics, critiques of Augsburg administration and leadership, experiences of marginalized identities, political views and more. A bullet-point list of this position’s duties are below.

-Curate, edit and write articles centered on Augsburg student and community opinions.
-When editing, maintain writer’s intended meaning. Strive to collaborate with writers when possible.
-Commit to being open, fair and reasonable about Opinions submitted.
-Plan photos for section in coordination with Photo Editor.
-Be part of a welcoming and supporting team.

This position is paid $50 per newspaper issue (we release 10 issues every semester) and works 4-5 hours a week.

If you are interested in applying, please send over a cover letter and resume to echo@augsburg.edu! Let us know if you have any questions.

The Echo Website

Submit Your Art, Writing, Film, or Music to Murphy Square – Deadline Extended One Last Time February 4

submitted by jensen11@augsburg.edu

ARE YOU AN ARTIST, WRITER, FILMMAKER, OR MUSICIAN?

Submit your work to Murphy Square, the annual campus arts magazine!

Interested in curating student submissions? Then join our team of editors!

Submissions are open NOW and we’ve extended the deadline to January 29th so get your art in soon! To submit your work, visit https://murphysquare.submittable.com/submit

To join our editing team, email Jacey Mismash at mismashj@augsburg.edu and indicate whether you would like to edit for Prose, Poetry, Art/Film/Music, or all three!

Spread the word! Talk to your friends about this opportunity! You can submit your art together or even join our editing team together.

SUBMIT HERE

Event Announcements

TODAY Auggie Connect for Students with Disabilities

submitted by ccharles@augsburg.edu

It can be difficult to connect with one another right now but it doesn’t have to be impossible! Auggie Connect is open to Augsburg students with disabilities. Join Augsburg alum, Zsolt Vincze, and CLASS staff, Cassie Charles, as we host a Zoom space to connect, support one another and find community. Auggie Connect is available every Monday from 3:30-4:30 pm. Please contact ccharles@augsburg.edu for any accommodations needed to participate.

Join Zoom Meeting
https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/99906544396?pwd=TUE3RFVNOXVJTEhyaHFBWnhRc2V2Zz09

Meeting ID: 999 0654 4396
Passcode: 586732

Prep Sessions – MN Private Colleges’ Job and Internship Fair

submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu

Are you seeking an internship or graduating this spring? If yes, we encourage you to register and attend the virtual MN Private Colleges’ Job & Internship Fair on Thursday, February 25th from 9:00am-2:00pm.

The fair is open to students in their sophomore, junior or senior year.
There is no cost to attend!

Job Fair Prep Session – We want YOU to be prepared, so join us and attend a prep session where you will learn how to make the best impression at a virtual fair powered by Handshake!

Log into Handshake and go to the events tab to register for one of the following prep sessions:

Thursday, February 4 11:30am-12:15pm
Monday, February 8 10:30-11:15am
Thursday, February 11 11:30am-12:15pm
Monday, February 15 10:30-11:15am
Tuesday, February 16 1:00-1:45pm
Wednesday, February 17 5:00-5:45pm
Monday, February 22 10:30-11:15am

If you have any questions email careers@augsburg.edu

Register to attend the MN Private Colleges’ Job & Internship Fair

Complexity of Gender Equality: Free Nordic Women 2021 Films

submitted by hermansb@augsburg.edu

“The Nordic countries have a proud history of firmly embracing the complexities of gender equality. With this common voice of urgency, you are invited to a space where bold, creative and distinctive female voices are examined, amplified and celebrated.”

During five weeks between February 2 and March 3, you can watch five films from across the Nordic countries, meet their directors and host five conversations with Nordic and American filmmakers. This is all made possible by the Women In Film and Television International (WIFTI) organization.

Themes range from inconvenient women to borderless filmmaking, from women who define their own reality to those making our blood boil. Meet Sundance-winner Ísold Uggadóttir, May el-Toukhy, Oscar-contenders Zaida Bergroth and Maria Søhdahl and Samí-director Suvi West; award-winning actresses Sofia Helin, Trine Dyrholm; and many more.

Contact Bettine Hoff Hermanson if you have any questions: hermansb@augsburg.edu

View WIFTI Website and Register for FREE

World Wednesday: How to Afford Study Abroad/Away

submitted by leess8@augsburg.edu

This week’s World Wednesday theme is how to afford study abroad/away!

Do you want to study abroad/away but concerned about cost? Don’t worry, this is a common question! We will help you understand how financial aid applies to study abroad/away, discuss scholarship opportunities, and learn about the most affordable programs for Auggies to help make study abroad/away a reality for you.

Featuring Catherine Maun from the Financial Aid Office and Carden Olson, Auggie alum and Gilman Scholarship winner who studied abroad in Denmark. Zoom session will be February 3rd from 3:30 – 4:15 pm.

See full details and schedule at our blog or follow us on Instagram @global_auggies for updates.

Find the updated zoom link at our blog

Thursday: Forum Presentation, Removing the Red and Blue Divide

submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu

When: February 3, 2021 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Cost: $30 Suggested Contribution
Level: Intermediate
Track: Leadership Development

Presenters: Hayward Bell, Raytheon Company RETIRED  |  Kimberly B. Davis, National Hockey League  |  Bill Proudman, White Men as Full Diversity Partners/FDP Global  |  Lee Tschanz, Rockwell Automation  |  Amy Wilczynski, Borough of Allendale, NJ

The announcement that Joe Biden and Kamala Harris won the electoral and popular vote for the next US President is, for many, a highly-awaited and anticipated moment. For others, it’s an acute loss.
Our most important work, right now, is to put in motion the practices and programs to create cohesion, build community and help leaders reach across difference.
That said, it’s become dangerous to talk about politics at work even though the political divide now more than ever inhibits positive connection, at work, at home, and in our communities. This divide threatens progress towards more diverse and equitable workplaces.
Now, amidst this divisiveness, is the opportunity for workplaces to double down and equip their leaders on how to bridge the divide. There is no time to waste.

Learning Outcomes
Be clear on why diversity, equity, and inclusion work matters, especially right now
Push your inclusive leadership skills for today’s unique needs
Explore how to narrow divides and speak to divergent groups

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/dibs/removing-the-red-blue-divide/

Alternative Spring Break Experience 2021

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Campus Ministry invites students to participate in an Alternative Spring Break experience March 15-19, 2021, offering the students an opportunity to look deeper at justice issues in the Twin Cities and surrounding area and engage in meaningful, relationship-centered volunteer work.
The justice issues will be examined through several experiences in the Twin Cities and reflection and sharing in order for participants to process their experience communally and individually. These experiences include:
MN Council of Churches Sacred Sites Tour, exploring MN history through a Native lens by visiting sacred sites and through storytelling.
A presentation and activities by the University of MN Mapping Prejudice project, exploring housing inequity due to racial disparities.
A presentation and activities by the Lutheran Social Service of MN (LSS-MN) Advocacy team, providing practical and current information on ways to be advocates.
Activities are subject to change due to COVID-19 protocols.
For volunteer opportunities, students will partner with LSS-MN at Supported Living Homes (SLH), known as ‘group homes.’ SLH provides a family home setting to no more than 4 community members living with differing abilities.
Students will serve in small groups at several homes. Activities may include yard work, building maintenance, meal prep, and social activities alongside those who live in the home. Volunteer work will focus on the relational aspect of volunteering, rather than the actual jobs accomplished. Volunteer activities are designed to help volunteers and residents see one another as individuals rather than ‘other.’
This ASB has been approved to count as an Augsburg Experience. Please indicate on the registration form if you would like that option.
Cost: $25, including the required book & lunch each of the 5 days. Please fill out the registration form & turn in your fee to Janice Dames in the Campus Ministry office.
Contact Pastoral Intern, Jenn Luong. luongj@augsburg.edu

Registration form

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