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URGO Academic Year Research Funds

submitted by goffe@augsburg.edu

URGO has limited funding for academic-year research grants for undergraduates who wish to gain research experience with an Augsburg faculty member. Students are paid $1,200 for 80 hours of research. Research must be completed by May 20th. Student-faculty research teams are encouraged to submit proposals as soon as possible as the funds will be awarded on a rolling basis.

The URGO Advisory Committee will review proposals every other Thursday. Their next meeting is Thursday, October 19th. Proposals need to be submitted by noon on Wednesday the 18th in order to be considered.

If you have any questions about undergraduate research opportunities, please contact Dixie Shafer at shafer@augsburg.edu or urgo@augsburg.edu.

URGO Academic Year Research Application 2023-2024

Free Arabic, Russian, or Chinese Language Instruction with CLS Spark

submitted by goffe@augsburg.edu

Critical Language Scholarship Spark participants will spend approximately 8 weeks during the summer learning either Arabic, Russian, or Chinese through online classes and activities facilitated by native speakers. Must be a beginning level learner with no classroom experience. This is a virtual initiative for undergraduate students to learn essential languages for America’s engagement with the world.

– 10 hours of intense live group instruction a week
– Cultural activities and individual consultations
– Monthly professional development workshops and inclusive support

Participants of CLS Spark will receive:
– Language instruction and cultural programming
– Textbooks and language learning materials
– Language gains certified using the widely-recognized ACTFL OPI (Oral Proficiency Interview) assessment
– Non-competitive eligibility for U.S. government employment for up to three -years after the program completion;
– Academic credit issued through Bryn Mawr College; and
– A stipend towards equipment and connectivity costs (for example, a web camera or microphone)

The CLS Spark applications are due November 14th, 2023 at 8 p.m. EST / 5 p.m. PST

URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS Spark.

Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS Spark) to set up an appointment before October 20th 2023.

CLS Spark Website

Study Language Abroad for Free with Critical Language Scholarship (CLS)

submitted by goffe@augsburg.edu

Spend 8-10 weeks next summer learning one of thirteen languages at an intensive study abroad! The Critical Language Scholarship Program seeks participants from a variety of fields, backgrounds, and career paths essential to America’s engagement with the world. Most programs do not require experience studying the selected language and are designed to promote rapid language gains and intercultural fluency.

The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program is
– A fully-funded 8-10 week language and cultural immersion program
– Students receive academic credit issued through Bryn Mawr College
– Part of a US State Department initiative to expand the number of Americans studying and mastering foreign languages critical to national security and economic prosperity
– There are 13 languages that applicants can select from. Alumni of the program also receive up to three years of non-competitive eligibility (NCE) status when applying for federal government jobs

Competitive applicants will need
– To illustrate a commitment to language learning,
– A strong academic record and potential to succeed in a rigorous academic setting
– Ability to adapt to an intensive program and challenging cultural environment.
– Applicants must be U.S. citizens.

CLS application deadline is November 14th, 2023 at 8 p.m. EST / 5 p.m. PST.
The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS.

Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 20th.

Critical Language Scholarship Program Website

General Announcements

Deals and Discounts for Auggies

submitted by singhj@augsburg.edu

Welcome to Augsburg Deals & Discounts, your ultimate destination for student, staff and faculty deals and discounts! We understand that being a student can be both exciting and financially challenging. That’s why we’ve created a one-stop platform dedicated to helping you stretch your budget while enjoying the best of what life has to offer.

Explore the deals and discounts available to Auggies: https://sites.augsburg.edu/deals/deals-and-discounts/

Email singhj@augsburg.edu if you know of any bargains that should be added to this list!

Take Your Business Keystone in Greece in May – Apply Now

submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu

Are you a Junior or Senior business or economics major? Do you still need your Keystone and/or Augsburg Experience requirement? If you answered yes to both of those questions, this program is for you!

Travel to Greece May 12 – 27, 2024 to complete your Keystone requirement and/or Augsburg Experience in an experiential course. Visit businesses of all kinds, enjoy guest lectures from Greek business professionals and experts, visit museums, try fresh, local foods, and more!

Applications are due by January 31, 2024.

Visit the Greece program page to learn more and apply

Photography and History in Paris and Berlin in May – Apply Now to Study Abroad

submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu

Ready to earn 8 credits and Augsburg Experience this summer?

The summer program Innovation & Resistance: Photography and History in Paris and Berlin is a unique, short-term study abroad opportunity, open to all Auggies!

Earn 8 credits and your Augsburg experience in just a few weeks, while exploring two of the greatest European cities — Paris and Berlin – through the prism of history and photography. Visit museums, meet with speakers from across different industries, and so much more!

***Innovation & Resistance: Photography and History in Paris and Berlin***

Travel Dates: May 2024

Faculty Leaders: Jacqueline deVries and Christopher Houltberg

This is a 2-class program, and you’ll earn 8 credits, as well as Augsburg Experience. You’ll choose one History and one Photography course:

• HIS 195 – Topics in European History, fulfills Humanities liberal arts foundation requirement, OR

• HIS 390 – Topics in European History,

​and

• ART 133 – Introduction to Digital Photography, fulfills Fine Arts liberal arts foundation requirement, OR
• ART 333 – Advanced Digital Photography

***APPLICATIONS DUE January 31***

The program has a capacity of 25 students and is filled on a rolling basis. If you’re interested, get started on your application now.

Contact the Study Abroad & Away Office with questions: abroad@augsburg.edu

Get more details and start an application on the Study Abroad & Away website

Study Abroad in Italy on Spring Break – Apply Now

submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu

Apply now to join the spring semester study abroad program, Interfaith Eating, Ethics, and Food Justice in Italy and travel to Montespertoli, Italy on spring break as a class.

Professor Matt Maruggi will be teaching the RLN 248: INTERFAITH EATING and ETHICS course and leading the group to Italy.

To join the class, you must complete an application through CGEE Study Abroad and Away–link below.

There is a Program Fee of $5,425 The program fee includes: international round-trip airfare from Minneapolis, all lodging, all meals, all transportation during the program, all program activities, and international health and travel insurance.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 1

Get full details about this program, and start your application at the link below.

If you have any questions, contact

abroad@augsburg.edu

Interfaith Eating and Ethics in Italy: Info and online application here

Extended Study Abroad Deadlines – Go Abroad for Spring Semester

submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu

Missed your chance to go abroad this spring semester? Not quite!

Applications are STILL OPEN for Augsburg CGEE’s Study Center spring semester programs in Mexico, Central America, Northern Ireland, and Southern Africa until November 1st.

Why choose an Augsburg CGEE Study Center program? Earn Augsburg credits, complete multiple LAF graduation requirements, and get an Augsburg experience abroad!

Our programs are nationally-known, focus on peace, social justice, and community engagement. Northern Ireland, Southern Africa & Mexico also offer INTERNSHIPS!

Learn more and apply here!

New Staff Positions This Week (4)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:

10/06/2023: Staff Accountant
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999935516493-staff-accountant
10/06/2023: Career Services Director, Strommen Center for Meaningful Work
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999935453456-career-services-director-strommen-center-for-meaningful-work
10/04/2023: Pan-Afrikan Student Services Program Manager
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999934772997-pan-afrikan-student-services-program-manager
10/03/2023: Area Coordinator, Residence Life
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/743999934558365-area-coordinator-residence-life

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Event Announcements

Homecoming Is Here

submitted by berkasn@augsburg.edu

We’re thrilled to have students, alumni, family, and friends on campus for all of our Homecoming events between October 8-14, 2023! Today we have a women’s volleyball game at Si Melby Gym at 7 p.m. and a men’s soccer game at Edor Nelson Field at 7:30 p.m. Check out the Homecoming & Reunion Weekend website for full schedule details: https://www.augsburg.edu/homecoming/.

If you have questions about any event, please contact our Alumni Relations office at 612-330-1580 or email alumni@augsburg.edu.

Will We See You at Taste of Augsburg on Saturday, October 14?

submitted by berkasn@augsburg.edu

Taste of Augsburg 11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Murphy Square

Come to Murphy Square between 11:00 a.m.–1:00p.m. and meet many of Augsburg’s student groups and other member associations. Not only can you enjoy yummy food and drinks, but your purchases will directly support the student groups. Tickets will be on sale near Murphy Square, and you will be able to purchase various food, beverages, raffle tickets, and game entries throughout the event!

RSVP for Homecoming Events: https://advancement.augsburg.edu/homecoming

TOMORROW: Focused Conversation on Enrollment Landscape

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Faculty and staff, join us tomorrow for the October Focused Conversation. Robert Gould, vice president for strategic enrollment management, and John Coskran, chief financial officer, will present an overview of the changing enrollment landscape and what Augsburg is doing to grow net tuition revenue in response.

Thursday, October 12, 2023
12:00 p.m.
Marshall Room and via Zoom

To view the Focused Conversation schedule and access the livestream link when available, visit the All Hands page.

All Hands | Inside Augsburg (login required)

Join Us for the Batalden Convocation in Applied Ethics (October 25)

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Augsburg students, faculty, and staff are invited to the 2023 Batalden Convocation in Applied Ethics. Join us on October 25, 2023, from 10–11 a.m. in Hoversten Chapel or via Zoom for this free public event on interfaith responses to trauma.

Globally, over 50% of persons experience some sort of trauma during their lifetime. At this year’s Batalden Convocation event, three panelists will share resources from their specific religious traditions (Hinduism, Judaism, and Islam) that respond to trauma and foster resilience. The faculty panelists include Assistant Professor Iva Patel, Assistant Professor Shayna Sheinfeld, and Professor Najeeba Syeed, El-Hibri Endowed Chair.

The Batalden Faculty Scholar Program in Applied Ethics strengthens the infusion of ethics and values into our campus community, so that the skills of ethical reasoning and critical reflection are hallmarks of Augsburg’s students, staff, faculty, and alumni.

If you wish to attend the Batalden Convocation via Zoom, register here.

Thursday: Zen Buddhist Insights for Self-Awareness, Mental Health, and Wellness

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

Join Interfaith at Augsburg for the next Interfaith Forum, a presentation and discussion with Busshō Lahn.

The benefits of meditative practices have been intuited for millennia, but now science has clearly observed the connection between mental wellness and curious self-awareness. The practice of mindfulness is now mainstream, and we’re beginning to ask deeper questions about what it really is, and about what it might be able to show us: What is the relationship between our mental health and our spirituality? What do words like compassion and wisdom mean for me in this age of anxiety? How are qualities like resiliency, courage, clarity, and kindness made available to us? In this program, Busshō Lahn draws upon insights from the Zen Buddhist tradition to address possible approaches to these questions based on his new book, Singing and Dancing Are the Voice of the Law (2022). http://listprod.stthomas.edu/t/550460/25509606/50076/15/?575396a8=MjAyM19GYWxsX1ByZXZpZXcgOS8yLzIwMjMgMToxMTo0OCBQTQ%3d%3d&x=817b1a38.

Event Details:
Thursday, October 12th, 7:00 – 8:00 pm
Oren Gateway Center, Room 114

https://www.augsburg.edu/interfaith/interfaith-forum-on-october-12-with-bussho-lahn/

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