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Teaching and Learning

Register Today for Youth Studies Course

submitted by myers@augsburg.edu

Are you interested in working with youth?

If you see yourself working someday as a youth worker, coach, teacher, counselor, etc. then you should consider registering today for YST320 WORKING WITH CHILDREN AND YOUTH.

The course meets this Fall semester on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:40 a.m. – 11:20 a.m. This course will provide students with practical perspectives and experiences in work with children and youth. We will cover both theoretical frameworks for emancipatory work with youth and focused examinations of different types of youth work. Throughout the course, we will consider how our own positionality and experiences affect our engagements in work with youth and children.

And consider adding the Youth Studies Minor to your course of studies.

Youth Studies Minor

Podcast Ep. 71: Mastering Cultural Differences: Strategies for Leading a Global Workforce Continued

submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu

In this special bonus episode of The Forum Podcast, Luiza Dreasher (Mastering Cultural Differences) answer questions from listeners that attended our May 27, 2021 webinar Mastering Cultural Differences: Strategies for Leading a Global Workforce.

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/p71/

CTL Back-to-School Workshops Are Here

submitted by greenj@augsburg.edu

To kick off the new academic year IN PERSON, CTL is hosting the Back-to-School Workshops on Wednesday, August 25th and Thursday, August 26th (see program and RSVP form below). The goal of these Back-to-School workshops is to primarily focus on “just-in-time” topics that can be immediately put to use in your upcoming Fall courses. Workshops and sessions will be held in Hagfors (rooms TBD). Unless otherwise indicated, all sessions and workshops are open to and welcome all Augsburg faculty and staff.

Please be sure to RSVP for sessions you are interested in as soon as possible – you can change your selections later! Strict room capacities will be enforced and some sessions may fill. The RSVP link is included at the top of the CTL Back-to-School Workshops Program.

If you have any questions or need accommodations for this event, please contact CTL Director Jennifer L. Bankers-Fulbright at bankers@augsburg.edu.

CTL Back-to-School Workshops (schedule and description of sessions)

Become a Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) Fellow– Apply by September 5

submitted by greenj@augsburg.edu

The Center for Teaching and Learning at Augsburg is seeking TWO faculty members to join the CTL Fellows program for a 2-year term (Sep 2021-Aug 2023). The group of six CTL fellows work closely with the Director of CTL, Jennifer Bankers-Fulbright, to plan, coordinate, and sometimes even host the teaching and learning programming offered to Augsburg faculty throughout the year. Each fellow receives a stipend of $500 per year as well as an additional $1000 in travel funds per year to attend additional teaching and learning focused conferences and bring ideas and information back to CTL.

The minimum qualifications for these two fellowship openings are that you must:
– be a full-time faculty member at Augsburg (tenure-track or non-tenure track),
– have at least an introductory knowledge of effective pedagogies at the undergraduate and/or graduate level, and
– have completed the Augsburg University Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program (or are on track to complete it during the Fall 2021 semester)

If you are interested in applying for one of these positions, please complete this short form by Sunday, September 5.

If you have any questions about the position or a question about your qualifications, please contact Jennifer Bankers-Fulbright at bankers@augsburg.edu or ctl@augsburg.edu.

Forum Podcast Ep. 72: How Different Philosophies of Race Can Help Us Heal

submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu

In this episode of The Forum Podcast, Dr. Sheena Mason (Theory of Racelessness) deep dives into the concept of race and how by knowing more about race philosophy, we can begin to intentionally uproot racism in our everyday lives.

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/p72/

General Announcements

Two Student Worker Positions Open in CGEE – Marketing, Outreach, Communications

submitted by leess8@augsburg.edu

The Center for Global Education and Experience (study abroad & away office) is hiring students for fall! We have TWO positions available, both with a focus on marketing and outreach, among other duties.

Students interested in using and growing their communication, marketing, graphic design, and/or social media skills are highly encouraged to apply! No study abroad/away experience is required.

Look for the CGEE student jobs on Handshake, and feel free to contact us with any questions. We look forward to your application!

Find full details and apply online via Handshake

Student Workers Wanted: Athletics Sports Information

submitted by holmesa@augsburg.edu

Athletics Sports Information is seeking 10-15 student employees for 2021-22 academic year. If you enjoy sports, this is a great job for you! Work home athletic events and get paid. Hours are flexible, directly reflecting the home athletic event schedule. This is a great opportunity to hone your skills and gain new experiences. If you are interested in learning more, you can view the job on Handshake or email holmesa@augsburg.edu

Sports Information Student Assistant – Job Posting

Student Workers Wanted: Assistant Enrollment Counselor, Student Finances

submitted by yangdx@augsburg.edu

Student Financial Services is seeking 2-3 student employees for 2021-22 academic year. This is a great opportunity to hone your skills and gain new experiences. If you are interested in learning more about financial aid and in helping students understand their financial aid, please complete the online application on Handshake.

Announcing the Inaugural Cohort of the Sankofa Circle Fellowship Program

submitted by reeck@augsburg.edu

It is with great pride and excitement that the staff of the Sankofa Circle Fellowship announce the fellows selected as the inaugural cohort of program. The fellows include:

Muhyadin Abdullahi
Millenium Amha
Nina Bosompem
Jaavion Bradley
Farah Dahir
Janell Howard
Ed Loubaki
Curtis Love
Suad Mohamed
Gerald Shepherd

As you see these students during the beginning days of the fall semester, please congratulate them!

To learn more about the Sankofa Circle Fellowship, click the link provided below.

Sankofa Circle Fellowship

Faculty and Staff: Remember to Complete Your Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program Workshops

submitted by reeck@augsburg.edu

Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program workshops are offered before the start of school and throughout the academic year. To find and register for workshops, visit the Equity and Inclusion Initiatives Department Events Calendar at https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/events-calendar/.

A full listing of all workshops can also be found at the link below.

Note: Always check the Equity and Inclusion Initiatives Department Events Calendar the day of your scheduled workshop for last minute day, time, and/or location changes.

Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program 2021-2022 Schedule

Student Job: Operation Specialist Assistant – Apply Now

submitted by ruckels@augsburg.edu

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is looking for detail-oriented and adaptable student worker to provide administrative support for the Office of Admissions by supporting the daily functions of the Operations team. Please review the full job description and apply online by following these steps:

1. Log into Inside Augsburg and select “On-Campus Student Jobs’
2. Log in to or set-up your Handshake account
3. Search Jobs
4. Filter for “On-Campus” Jobs
5. Apply for the: Operation Specialist Assistant position
Or visit: http://augsburg.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=135048

6. Submit the Operation Specialist Assistant Form (https://forms.gle/1RZN6Jy7soFnkoTk9)to help us get to know you better

Click Here to Apply

Event Announcements

Taste of Augsburg

submitted by huntert2@augsburg.edu

Calling all student organizations!

Sign up to be a vendor during this year’s Taste of Augsburg Homecoming event on October 2. Interact with fellow students, alumni, and friends of the university while fundraising for your student group!

As a vendor, students are encouraged to sell a product (food, pom poms, etc.), or a service (carnival game, face painting, etc.). Groups are responsible for the cost of the product/service, but any profit made will be yours to keep.

See more important details below:

Booths tied to the football game will have an option to close at 1 pm.
Alumni Relations will be awarding up to $1,000 in seed money for student groups & athletic teams to help purchase supplies. Money will be awarded on a rolling basis until all money is spent.
Up to $100 for groups offering food—main or side dishes
Up to $50 for groups offering dessert or beverage items
$25-$50 for groups offering games or activities

Fill out the Seed Money Application by Friday, September 23, 2021.

Vendor Registration is open through Friday, September 17, 2021.

Remember, first come first serve to claim booth items—so start talking to your group now.

Questions? Contact Tia’Lana Hunter at huntert2@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1171.

Vendor Registration

First Years Only: Twin Cities Local Black Owned Businesses Scavenger Hunt Game

submitted by mitche13@augsburg.edu

Hey first years!

The Pan-Afrikan Center, Environmental Action Committee and SABO Center partner together to create a scavenger hunt game that focuses on local black owned businesses in the Twin Cities.

When: August 30th, 2021
Where: Murphy Square
Time: 2:00pm to 4:00pm

If you like to participate please bring the following items:
Comfortable shoes
Water bottle
Auggie Pass
Mask
Cell phone

*If you have any questions, please contact Azania Tripp, Pan-Afrikan Center Director at tripp@augsburg.edu

Forum Webinar Engaging with Deaf and Hard of Hearing Customers and Employees

submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu

When: September 16, 2021 11:00 am – 12:00 pm CST
Presenters: Vannessa LeBoss, Communication Service for the Deaf  |  Craig Radford, Communication Service for the Deaf (CSD)
Cost: Free
Registration: https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/webinars/engaging-with-deaf-hard-of-hearing-customers-and-employees/

Every day, one to two million Deaf Americans are forced to communicate either through a third party or secondary language in order to reach customer support. This session will share new technology and resources now available today that will allow your organization to provide direct video communication for customer support in sign language instead of relying on outdated third party interpreters or TTY’s. Learn how to create jobs and hire qualified deaf employees with ease, while providing equitable customer support and gaining customers from an untapped market in the process.

Learning Outcomes
Understand the pros & cons of current customer support methods & equitable options now available
Learn why one in four deaf quit due to discrimination, and how to avoid isolation for people with a disability
Learn innovative ways to reach an untapped two million plus customer market and internally create jobs

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/webinars/engaging-with-deaf-hard-of-hearing-customers-and-employees/

Perspectives on the Opioid Crisis in the Somali Community

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Thursday, September 30 at 4-5 pm
Webinar sponsored by Interfaith at Augsburg and Muslim Student Association with thanks to the Bataldan Ethics Grant.

Please join us for a panel discussion with:

Imam Abdisalam Adam, Assistant Principal of Highland High School in St. Paul, member of the Fridley School Board; former Augsburg Interfaith Fellow
Cadnaan Deeq, former Augsburg student
Farhia Budul, CPRS, CPP, FPRS, Executive Director, Niyyah Recovery Initiative
Niyyah Recovery Initiative (NRI) is the first Recovery Community Organization in the nation to provide culturally responsive peer recovery support, education, awareness and advocacy in the East African immigrant, refugee, and Muslim population in Minnesota.

Description:
At a time when the local Somali community is facing a crisis of opioid addiction, we will hear the perspectives of a community leader and educator, an expert in culturally responsive peer recovery support, and a student. In addition to learning more about the crisis we will focus on ways religious communities, health care providers and Augsburg are responding and might collaborate in the future. There will be time for questions from participants.

Registration

Register in advance for this webinar:
https://augsburg.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lEW5MOKmTZqlCv-eLEEPxQ

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

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Join the MN Urban Debate League’s “Back to Debate” Supply Drive

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

JOIN OUR BACK-TO-DEBATE 2021 SUPPLY DRIVE!

The Minnesota Urban Debate League is a program of Augsburg University. We provide academic competitive debate programming to middle and high school students in the Twin Cities area.

We’re planning to shift back to in-person programming with COVID-19 precautions in place- which means we need new supplies!

Help us meet the moment by donating new or gently used supplies, including:

– Expanding file folders
– 1-inch+ binders
– Highlighters
– Sticky notes
– Legal pads
– Black, blue, and red pens

Check out our Amazon wishlist & help us equip our high school national topic debaters by the first tournament on September 25th! https://www.amazon.com/registries/custom/19POQ77IQ7J7G/guest-view

If you or your workplace have gently-used supplies, please contact us at mnudl@augsburg.edu so we can set up a time for pickup/dropoff.

Or, make a flexible cash or check donation. $25 covers the entry fees for a student’s first debate tournament! Become a one-time or monthly giver now and you’ll set more students up for success in the first season. https://www.augsburg.edu/urbandebateleague/donate-2/

Order from Our Supply Wishlist

We’re Hiring: Multiple FT + Contract Roles at Minnesota Urban Debate League

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

The Minnesota Urban Debate League, a program of Augsburg University, has multiple open positions:

Operations Coordinator:

The Operations Coordinator plays an essential role in implementing the administrative and operation systems for the Minnesota Urban Debate League program.

The pay range is $38,000-42,000 yearly. Augsburg University provides full benefits; additionally after one year, employees are eligible for tuition remission – a great benefit to further a degree for yourself or a dependent.
Learn more about the job and apply via Augsburg University: https://augsburg.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=134449

Community Debate Liaison – AmeriCorps VISTA

The Community Debate Liaison AmeriCorps VISTA role deadline has been extended to October 1st. Gain professional development in the nonprofit field while expanding the capacity of our Spanish Debate League and East African Debate programs. An AmeriCorps VISTA fellowship is a great way to make a career change to the nonprofit field or prepare yourself for further education.
You will be a member of the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits cohort– please see this link for full benefit details. Learn more and apply via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/hiring/jobs/2681098552/detail/

New Debate Coach Roles

Become a debate coach for our newest area partners. District 622 (North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale) is hiring for five debate coach positions starting in fall: at North High School, Tartan High School, Maplewood Middle School, Skyview Middle School, and John Glenn Middle School. This is our most recent suburban expansion, and we are excited to establish new teams there. Learn more and apply: DISTRICT 622 COACH ROLES

Please feel free to reach out to mnudl@augsburg.edu with any questions.

MNUDL Employment Opportunities