Thursday, November 9, 2023

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Teaching and Learning

$30,000 Graduate School Scholarship for Public Service

submitted by goffe@augsburg.edu

The Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation provides merit-based scholarships to college students in their junior year who plan to pursue careers in public service. Truman Scholars receive up to $30,000 for graduate or professional school, participate in leadership development activities, and have special opportunities for internships and employment with the federal government.

Eligibility:
• Full-time junior-level student
• US citizen
• Extensive record of community and public service
• Planning a career in public service
• Outstanding leadership potential
• Strong academic record
• Nominated by Augsburg University to apply
• Must meet with Truman Campus Representative, Dixie Shafer (shafer@augsburg.edu), by Tuesday, November 21st

Public service is defined as employment in government at any level, uniformed services, public-interest organizations, non-governmental research and/or educational organizations, public and private schools, and public service-oriented nonprofit organizations such as those whose primary purposes are to help needy or disadvantaged persons or to protect the environment.

Visit the Truman Scholarship website

Boren Scholarship for Language Study Abroad

submitted by goffe@augsburg.edu

The Boren Scholarship is an initiative by the US Federal Government to increase the study of languages critical to U.S. interests by individuals committed to public service careers. The Boren Scholarship can be used to cover a variety of study abroad experiences where language learning is the focus. URGO and Study Abroad provide joint advising on this program and can assist any applicant in selecting a program and writing/editing application essays.

Scholarship amounts:
Up to $25,000 for 25-52 weeks (preferred)
Up to $12,500 for 12-24 weeks
Up to $8,000 for 8-11 weeks (STEM majors only)

If you are interested:

Check out the Boren website to learn about languages you can study and preferred countries.
Let us know your intent to apply by November 27th by making an appointment with Emilie Lenz in Study Abroad or Dixie Shafer in URGO.
Submit your application to shafer@augsburg.edu by Augsburg’s internal campus application deadline of Friday, January 5th.

Learn more about Boren Scholarships

¡Ándale! Improve Your Spanish Skills This Spring

submitted by reinhard@augsburg.edu

Is it time to move your intermediate Spanish-speaking skills to a higher level? Are you looking for another course to add into your schedule? The Languages and Cross-Cultural Studies department invites you to consider taking Spa 212 for the Spring semester. Continuing your Spanish study is a powerful way to enhance your resume and make you a more viable job candidate in a market that is looking for global competence and multilingual skills. Also, this course counts towards a minor or a major in Spanish and is a great way to get ready for upper-level Spanish courses.

SPA 212 is Intermediate Spanish, a 2nd yr. language course designed to continue building language skills while exploring cultures of the Spanish-speaking world and is intended for students who’ve completed Spanish 211 or the equivalent. Spa 212 meets on campus this spring: MWF 12:30-1:40. Students, faculty and staff are invited to register. Please spread the word to your Augsburg friends!
If you’re wondering if this is the right level for you or have any other questions, please contact Professor Michael Kidd, kidd@augsburg.edu.

Call for Proposals Due 11/13: National Higher Education Teaching Conference

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

The Call for Proposals is currently open for the National Higher Education Teaching Conference (NHETC), set to take place in Minneapolis, MN, on June 13-14, 2024.

The 2024 NHETC will focus on three interconnected themes aimed at accelerating the student success movement in higher education:

1. Growing the Great Teaching Movement in the Classroom
2. Growing the Great Teaching Movement Campus-Wide
3. Growing the Great Teaching Movement across Higher Education

You can reference a list of suggested topics from the NHETC Programming Committee, though out-of-the-box thinking and innovative ideas that align with the overarching themes are also welcome and encouraged. Diverse perspectives and creative approaches are essential to driving meaningful change in higher education.

This is a unique opportunity to share your expertise, research, and experiences with a community of educators and thought leaders committed to enhancing teaching and learning in higher education. Your contribution can make a significant impact and help shape the future of student success within higher education.

The deadline for proposal submissions is November 13th. To submit your proposal, please visit the NHETC website.

Call for Proposals National Higher Education Teaching Conference

Tuesday, 3:40 pm: Scaffolding Writing for Student Success

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

Presenter/s: Dr. Jennifer Forsthoefel Mollberg, Assistant Professor and Writing Center Director, English Department

Description: Do you include writing assignments in your course? Do you have questions and/or need support? During this session, the presenter will share information about how best to build your instruction for students to succeed in creating written assignments for your course. We will discuss creating an assignment sheet, planning brainstorming and drafting activities, and organizing a peer review session. We will also have time to discuss general needs and concerns instructors may have when teaching writing in their courses.

Location: Marshall Room

RSVP Student Writing Workshop

Wednesday, 12:30 pm: Providing Support for Multilingual Learners

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

Presenter: Dr. Yacoub Aljaffery, PhD, Faculty of ESL Education

Description: Providing Support for Augsburg’s Bilingual and Multilingual Students

As our number of multilingual students grows in Minnesota and at our University, specifically faculty and staff need to learn more about this population. Understanding the needs of these students and providing the proper support is the key for their success in our school, which eventually will help them to continue chasing their dreams. In this workshop, attendees will learn about our bilingual and multilingual students’ needs. Attendees will also be able to offer academic and social support for our students who speak other languages.

Location: Lindell 301

In order to help with planning and attendance documentation, CTL asks community members to pre-register for Faculty Development Workshops as possible. Day-of and on-site registration are still welcome. You will be emailed a copy of your selections. To assist with community building, please wear your university nametag to Faculty Development events.

RSVP Multilingual Learners Workshop

Monday, Noon – 1 pm: Dr. Joseph Erickson, Post-Sabbatical Presentation

submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu

Post-Sabbatical Presentation: Towards Developing a Slovenian Nationalism Scale

Presenter: Dr. Joseph Erickson, Professor, Education Department
Location: Lindell 301

Description: Europe has faced increased migration in recent decades due to wars (Syria,
Ukraine), climate change, and other reasons, as well as terrorist
attacks (e.g. Paris 2015), which have had a profound impact on attitudes
towards migrants, especially those coming from Muslim countries.

Research has shown that different aspects of national identity are associated
with attitudes and behaviours towards migrants and refugees. This
project focused on developing a questionnaire that would measure
different aspects of national identity and attitudes towards migrants in
the Slovene language. A follow up investigation is planned that will
translate the instrument into English and attempt to replicate the study
with an American sample.

Education Department professor Joseph Erickson will report on this project and
also share insights regarding the Fulbright Scholar application process
and potential collaborations available in Slovenia for Augsburg
University faculty through our partnership arrangement with the
University of Ljubljana.

RSVP for Presentation

Get Help with Your Essays at the Writing Center

submitted by forsthj@augsburg.edu

The Writing Center is open!

The Augsburg Writing Center offers both online and in-person tutoring. Skilled students will work with you one-on-one at whatever stage of writing you are in – the idea-development stage, the drafting stage, and the revision stage – and can show you how to choose an appropriate essay topic, how to develop a thesis statement and paragraphs, how to revise your essay, or assist with any other writing needs you may have. Tutors will be alert listeners and ask questions, and will not judge or evaluate the work in progress. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to seeing you!

Located on the second floor (across from Advising) of the Lindell Library in person (drop-in only): Sunday 5-8pm and Monday- Thursday 2-8pm
Online (appointment needed): Sunday-Thursday 6-8pm

In addition, if you would like for a tutor or the Director to come to your class to introduce the writing center, please sign up for a class visit: https://forms.gle/xSRQNi7me9mqcNZR9 We will do our best to accommodate you.

https://sites.augsburg.edu/writingcenter/

General Announcements

Staff and Faculty – Share Your Experiences From Studying Abroad

submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu

Are you a Staff/Faculty member who has studied abroad or away in the past? We want to hear from you!

The Study Abroad and Study Away office is looking to feature Staff and Faculty study abroad stories on our Instagram page with Throwback Thursday posts. These posts are to encourage Augsburg students to study abroad and away!

Check us out on Instagram: global_auggies

Questions? Email abroad@augsburg.edu

Fill out the Google Form here!

Help Out Unsheltered Relatives at Camp Nenookaasi in East Phillips

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Camp Nenookaasi – located at East 24th Street and 13th Avenue South, Minneapolis – is a community based healing camp rooted in native practices & inclusive of all unsheltered relatives.

Some ways to help:
Call your council person and ask the city to provide porta potties and daily trash pick-up.
Daily trash pick-up: Given the camp’s size, trash pick-up needs to happen daily at a minimum. Currently, dedicated volunteers are hauling away 90% of the trash.

Volunteer: Join a morning kitchen shift or security shift. If you are new, volunteers will greet you at the door and work with you to train you in. We also need volunteers in the afternoons, to help do whatever is needed on a given day. And, we could even use volunteers today to help organize the kitchen storage area!

Follow this link to sign up for a shift: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1epHxM0D8ottaFgJLg5U6RWbQ48Ycy_EKgPx0CxbZgkY/edit#gid=208145268

Contribute food and supplies: Keeping 150 people fed, protected from the elements, and safe requires constant supply runs. It would be exceptionally helpful to have more people dropping off food and supplies on a regular basis, such as peanut butter, jelly, bread, sugar, disposable hot cups (no lids needed), disposable plates, bowls, and paper napkins. If you or your faith community or group of friends can commit to a daily delivery of these goods, even better.

Contribute money: You can also contribute money via Venmo (@Nenookaasi-Camp) or cash app ($Nenookaasi) accounts.
Ready to help? Please email or text Delaney at delaneyrussellmn@gmail.com or 612-598-9508. Delaney will either get back to you or connect you with someone else who will.

Also follow on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/campnenookaasi/), Twitter (https://twitter.com/campnenookaasi), and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/people/Camp-Nenookaasi/61551908157100/) for ongoing updates, needs, and calls to action.

2024 Open Enrollment

submitted by windnag@augsburg.edu

Open Enrollment is open now through Monday, November 20. This is the only time of year outside of a qualifying life event when benefits-eligible employees may elect or change their benefit options, connect with the informative resources to help make the best decisions to meet their needs and enroll for the coming year.

During open enrollment, no action means no coverage. Employees who fail to act by November 20 will not have coverage effective January 1, 2024, and will need to wait until the next open enrollment period to elect coverage, unless a qualifying life event occurs. Your 2023 elections WILL NOT automatically carry over to 2024.

How to access the 2024 Enrollment Form: Inside Augsburg > Administrative Tasks > Open Enrollment

Attend an Open Enrollment Session to learn more:

11/9, 8:00 a.m. – General Open Enrollment Session, Virtual
11/14, 3:00 p.m. – General Open Enrollment Session, Hagfors Center 150B

Need help completing your form? Come to an open enrollment help session:

11/9/23 — 12:00pm – 2:00pm, Science Hall 205
11/15/23 — 3:00pm – 5:00pm, Sverdrup 206

Add these events to your google calendar! Visit the HR website (https://sites.augsburg.edu/hr/) and add the Payroll and Benefits calendar.

Visit the HR Website 2024 Open Enrollment Page: https://sites.augsburg.edu/hr/employees/benefits/open-enrollment/

Email hr@augsburg.edu with any questions.

2024 Benefits Guide

Tap Into Your Inner Leader with LST 205: Introduction to Leadership Studies

submitted by marubbio@augsburg.edu

Come learn about Leadership Studies by taking LS 205 Introduction to Leadership Studies.
Whether or not you have formal leadership experience, this course will benefit all students by bringing out your strengths and opening doors to new opportunities. If you already see yourself as a leader, you will get stronger. If you do not see yourself as a leader, by the end of the program, you will discover that you have all it takes to be a leader!

This course is the introduction to the minor in Leadership Studies and helps build communication skills and cultural competency skills. Check it out! All are welcome to sign up for the course–Monday and Wednesday night 3:10-4:50.

https://www.augsburg.edu/mal/degree-pathways-dual-degree-options/undergraduate-leadership-studies-minor/

Get Your Augsburg Experience Credit with AIS 304 Engaging Communities

submitted by marubbio@augsburg.edu

Need an Augsburg Experience and want to work in the community? AIS 304 Engaging Community is the course for you.
This course connects your research interests and your desire to work with BIPOC communities, organizations, and neighborhoods in Minneapolis/St. Paul. During the semester you do research into an area you are passionate about and we partner with a number of organizations and communities in community-based learning. This type of learning provides students with the opportunity to connect their gifts, skills, and interests with an organization, group, or issue. Your work informs our classroom discussions and course work while also giving back to the community in valuable and reciprocal ways.
Course meets T-Th 9:40-11:20 and fulfills an Augsburg Experience.

Undergrads: Chance for a $50 Gift Card – Take Our Survey Today

submitted by harrisdd@augsburg.edu

My name is Dean Harris, and I am a doctoral student in the Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University. I am conducting this study as partial fulfillment of my doctoral degree, with Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith as my advisor.

You are being invited to participate in a research study on investigating influences of intrapersonal factors on the relationship between casual sex and mental health. Our study focuses on experiences of casual sex in individuals who identify as single or recently single (i.e., have not been in a relationship longer than one month). As such, if you indicated you were in a relationship for longer than one month, you do not meet our study eligibility criteria. We respect and appreciate individuals in various types of relationships, including open or ethically non-monogamous ones, but our current study’s scope is limited to investigating casual sex in those who identify as single (or recently single). If you agree to this study, I will ask you to complete a survey via Qualtrics. This survey will take approximately 20 minutes to complete. After completing all the survey questions, you will be invited, if you wish, to provide contact information to enter in the raffle to win one of three $50 gift card prizes, and/or emailed the results at the end of the study’s conclusion.

If you have any questions now or later, you may contact me, Dean Harris at 612-239-2534 or harrisdd@augsburg.edu. You can also contact my advisor, Dr. Patricia Hopkins-Smith at 612-330-1567 or hopkinss@augsburg.edu. If you contact me or my advisor, understand that your anonymity cannot be guaranteed; however, if you decide to participate, your data will not be connected to your name. If you have questions about your rights as a research subject or want to discuss problems/complaints about the research study, send an email to IRB@augsburg.edu.

Sincerely,
Dean Harris
Doctoral Student in Clinical Psychology Department at Augsburg University

Survey Link

Calling All Musicians

submitted by zastrow5@augsburg.edu

The Augsburg Student Music Therapy Association (ASMTA) is looking for musicians to perform for our (hopefully) annual Riverside Jams concert! The concert will be held in Sateren Auditorium on November 18th from 2-4:30pm and is a fundraiser to support music therapy students to attend conferences, including the Great Lakes Region Music Therapy Conference held in Milwaukee next March. This semester, we plan to host lots of great music with lots of great musicians across campus again. That means you! Yes, you! Students AND faculty invited. If you play in a band, combo group, perform a solo act, or just like to make music in any way, shape, or form, fill out an application below before November 10th!
https://forms.gle/6gYBtiVcqQxWNmy78

Applications Are Now Open for the PRISM Scholars Program

submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu

The PRISM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Funded by the National Science Foundation, PRISM Scholars receive scholarships of up to $5,000 per semester. Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:
– Enrolled at least half-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, biochemistry, chemistry, data science, computer science, mathematics, or physics)
– Within 5 semesters of graduating with a STEM degree as of Spring 2024 (graduating by May ‘26)
– Major GPA of 2.75 or higher
– U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or admitted refugee
– Demonstrated financial need as determined by financial aid status (Pell or MN State grant eligible or equivalent)

Application deadline: Tuesday, November 28th at 11:59pm
Faculty reference deadline: Wednesday, December 6th (applicants should get permission from one faculty member to serve as their reference and name them in their application).

Students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply as well as students who began at Augsburg.

To apply, visit: https://admissions.augsburg.edu/apply/?sr=1613e20d-1114-4b0e-a4fb-d7cca4474e2
For more information, go to: https://www.augsburg.edu/stem/prism/
Questions? Contact: stem@augsburg.edu

The PRISM Scholarship Program is funded through NSF Award #2030638 through August 2025. Scholarships awarded Fall 2025 and beyond are contingent on continued funding.

Funding for PRISM is provided through the National Science Foundation (NSF) S-STEM program which provides support for high-achieving STEM students with financial need at Augsburg University, Century College, Minneapolis College, and Normandale Community College.

Event Announcements

Cedar Cultural Center Volunteer Orientation – November 29

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Have you ever wanted to peek behind the scenes at the Cedar? Learn more about how to participate at our venue by attending our monthly Volunteer Orientation led by volunteer coordinator Jared Hemming! Beginning with our first show 30 years ago, all of the Cedar’s events have been staffed by volunteers in our program, which now includes more than 400 members. Volunteers earn credit to see future shows for free. Tasks include setting up the venue, selling tickets and concessions, and cleaning at the end of each performance. All are welcome to join our volunteer program.

Wednesday, November 29th, 2023
5:30 PM
The Cedar Cultural Center
416 Cedar Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN, 55454

IF YOU’RE INTERESTED: https://www.thecedar.org/listing-2/2023/11/29/volunteer-orientation
Please email Volunteer Coordinator Jared Hemming at jhemming@thecedar.org.

VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION FAQS:
Do I need to bring anything? No, all materials will be provided.
How do I sign up? Reserve a spot via Eventbrite above, and/or email Jared at volunteer@thecedar.org with your first and last name and which orientation you’d like to sign up for.

What if I reserve a spot but can’t make it? No worries – we host monthly orientation meetings. Scroll down to next month’s calendar to see if our next orientation works for you.

Can my underage child volunteer? Volunteers must be 18+ to serve alcohol and to cleanup, with respect to alcohol sales and curfew laws. However, if you’d like to volunteer with your child, signup for the orientation and we can accommodate.

If I sign up for the orientation, can I bring a friend? The more the merrier here at The Cedar. Feel free to bring anyone who might be interested in volunteering to our orientation.

TODAY – Open Enrollment Help Session

submitted by windnag@augsburg.edu

HR team members will be available today in the Science Hall 205 computer lab from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. to support with your Open Enrollment form and questions.

Open Enrollment is open now through Monday, November 20. This is the only time of year outside of a qualifying life event when benefits-eligible employees may elect or change their benefit options, connect with the informative resources to help make the best decisions to meet their needs and enroll for the coming year.

During open enrollment, no action means no coverage. Employees who fail to act by November 20 will not have coverage effective January 1, 2024, and will need to wait until the next open enrollment period to elect coverage, unless a qualifying life event occurs. Your 2023 elections WILL NOT automatically carry over to 2024.

How to access the 2024 Enrollment Form: Inside Augsburg > Administrative Tasks > Open Enrollment

Visit the HR Website 2024 Open Enrollment Page: https://sites.augsburg.edu/hr/employees/benefits/open-enrollment/

Email hr@augsburg.edu with any questions.

TONIGHT: Interfaith in the Workplace: Navigating Diversity and Inclusion

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

Join Interfaith at Augsburg for an interactive panel discussion on navigating diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Panelists include Joffrey Wilson, Vice President, Diversity,
Equity, and Inclusion at Mortenson and Katie Clark, Associate Professor, and
Executive Director of the Health Commons.

Date: Thursday, November 9th (TONIGHT)
Time: 7:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: Oren Gateway Center, 114

Short Term Program in South Africa: Information Session

submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu

Hello Everyone,

We have a scheduled Zoom information session planned for the following date and time:

Monday, November 13th, 2023 from 5 – 6 pm (CST).

Here is the Zoom link:

https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/6123301427

We welcome non-music/music therapy majors as well. If you study related fields such as psychology, social work, nursing, and physician assistant, consider joining us! Looking forward to seeing you there! 🙂

Juyoung & Jess

Find out More information about the South Africa Program

Meet Representative from American University of Cairo on Campus

submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu

Did you know that as an Augsburg student, you can study abroad for a semester at the American University of Cairo in Egypt? Augsburg students will pay Augsburg Tuition and get to participate in classes that will count towards major/general education requirements/ and elective requirements!

Interested to learn more?!

November 14th we will have a representative from the American University of Cairo on Campus from 11:30-12:30 PM located in the Marshall Room to give a short presentation on what life is like as a study abroad student in Egypt!

RSVP to let us know that you are interested in attending!

Doorknock for Reimagining I-94 with Our Streets – Saturday, November 11, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. CT

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Saturday, November 11, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM CT
MLK Rec Center – St Paul, 271 Mackubin St, Saint Paul, MN 55102

The Twin Cities Boulevard is a proposal to transform the 94 corridor in Minneapolis and St Paul as part of Rethinking I-94. We are organizing support for the boulevard to ensure that the freeway, with all of its environmental, health, and social injustices, is not just rebuilt and that increased access, public ownership, and repair is at the core of the final proposal. We will be knocking doors with a buddy (bring your own or we’ll find you one!) in the Summit-University neighborhood. Before heading out there will be coffee and snacks and you will receive a thorough training both on the project and canvassing! Please reach out to Connor at eastphillips@twincitiesdsa.org with questions.

REGISTER HERE: https://secure.everyaction.com/G_KEgKTkCUOibcIysuSSRg2

Mariology 2023, Mixed Blood Theater – Last Week of Performances

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

MARIOLOGY IS A PLACE WRITTEN AND DIRECTED BY NANCY KEYSTONE IN COLLABORATION WITH CRITICAL MASS PERFORMANCE GROUP
Mariology deconstructs traditional thinking to inspire imagination about the Virgin Mary’s roles in systems of gender, power, and faith, opening the many possibilities for liberation.

LOCATION
The Firehouse, Mixed Blood’s home, located at 1501 South 4th Street in Minneapolis.

SALONS
Join us for activities and discussion surrounding the themes of Mariology after the matinee performances on Sunday October 29 and Sunday November 5.

PRICING
Our work is guided by deep community engagement and rooted in Radical Hospitality. We eliminate barriers that prevent people from participating due to lack of resources, racism, physical accessibility, gender discrimination, or other barriers. Tickets are available at no cost to attendees.

DATES
Thursday, November 9 – 7:30PM, Friday, November 10 – 7:30PM, Saturday, November 11 – 7:30PM, Sunday, November 12 – 2:00PM

For more information or to make a reservation: https://mixedblood.com/product/mariology/

Come and Take Some Time to Sound Heal

submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu

Hiiiiiiiiiiii!

Please make sure to save the date as we introduce you to the Sound Healing sessions here at Augsburg. It is another way that you can heal and relax your mind through the waves of sounds.

Dates: Tuesday, November 14th
Time: 7:00pm-8:00pm
Location: Student Lounge

Don’t forget to join us! We hope to see you there 🙂

https://www.instagram.com/p/CxvY12RrqX2/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Augsburg First-Generation College Celebration (Nov. 6 – 9)

submitted by crombie@augsburg.edu

November 8 was selected as the date for the annual National First-Generation College Celebration to honor the anniversary of the signing of the Higher Education Act (HEA) of 1965. The HEA was passed to ensure that everyone has access to higher education, regardless of income. In recognition of First-Generation College Celebration Day, the departments of TRIO Student Support Services, TRIO McNair Scholars, and Multicultural Life will be hosting events that highlight the first-generation college experience during the week of November 6. These events are geared towards students but all are welcome to attend! Stop by any of these events to pick up a “Proud to Be First Gen” sticker and/or a “Proud to Support First-Generation Auggies” office placard.

Monday, Nov. 6: First-Generation Week Kick-Off
10:40 – 11:00am, Hoversten Chapel
Guest Speaker: Firi Dawid, Campus Life

Wednesday, Nov. 8: Augsburg First-Generation Celebration
11:00am – 2:00pm, Gage Center (Lindell Library, 2nd floor)
Photobooth, treats, “Proud to Be First Gen” stickers

Thursday, Nov. 9: Film Screening & Discussion
5:30 – 7:00pm, SCI 123
A Walk in my Shoes: First Generation College Students
What’s it like to be the first one in your family to go to college? This inspirational documentary delves into the lives of eight first-generation college students, five preservice teachers and three successful educators, who chose a profession dedicated to a concept they are all committed to: changing lives.

Thursday, Nov. 16: Dr. Terrance Kwame-Ross: what it means to be the “first”
11:30 – 11:50am, Hoversten Chapel

For questions, please contact Lara Crombie (crombie@augsburg.edu).

TODAY: Augsburg Speak Up

submitted by aljaffer@augsburg.edu

Join us at Augsburg for an event that celebrates diversity and inclusivity. Our students from immigrant and refugee backgrounds have powerful stories to share, and we want you to be a part of the conversation.

By listening to our students’ experiences, assets, and struggles, we can work together to create a more supportive and inclusive community. This event will feature four inspiring narratives from students and faculty. We invite you to join us at The Chapel on November 9th, from 3 pm to 5 pm.

Your participation will significantly contribute to our community’s growth and development. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, grow, and connect with our community. We look forward to seeing you there!

Coffee and cookies will be provided

Riverside Jams

submitted by zastrow5@augsburg.edu

Join ASMTA in celebrating our community’s music and sending music therapy students to the GLR Regional Conference in Milwaukee with the Riverside Jams student concert and fundraiser! It will be held in Sateren Auditorium on November 18th from 2-4:30pm with a recommended $5 donation. There will be snacks and drink provided in the atrium.
If you are interested in performing for this event, you still have time to apply! Fill out this form to participate: https://forms.gle/6gYBtiVcqQxWNmy78

Gratitude and Goodies in the Gage Center Next Wednesday

submitted by lanek@augsburg.edu

For the whole Augsburg community! Come for treats, cocoa, and writing thank-you cards. We can all benefit by taking time to demonstrate our thanks to those who have made a difference in our lives, whether in big ways or small.

If you need disability accommodations for equal access to this event, please contact class@augsburg.edu.

Jennifer Diaz, Chair of Education Department, Shares Her Vocation Story in Chapel

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Join us on Tuesday November 14th from 11:30 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. in the Hoversten Chapel for the next installment in our Uncovering Vocation series. Dr. Jennifer Diaz, Associate Professor and Chair of Education, will share stories about how her vocational path was revealed for her life’s work to become an educator. The stories will explore how we may not always know what is coming next and sometimes in the midst of uncertainty, the world just might surprise us. Come and learn more about Jennifer, our community, and how we seek to live our lives for the sake of the neighbor.

TODAY – 8th Annual Applying for Paid Research Experiences in STEM Workshop and Dinner

submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu

Augsburg will be hosting an in-person event focused on applying to paid research opportunities in STEM that is open to students, staff, and faculty from Augsburg and the broader community.

Applying for Paid Research Experiences in STEM

Thursday, November 9, 3:30-6:30 p.m.

Hagfors Center 150, Augsburg University

The workshop will be followed by a panel for students featuring student and alumni research experiences and a panel for faculty and staff on supporting equitable access and participation in research programs.

All attendees are invited to stay for a community dinner following the workshop and panels.

Since dinner is provided, advance registration is greatly appreciated.

RSVP for November 2023 REU Workshop: https://forms.gle/p72zHc4Wvtdo3MLV7

Panel for Students:

Anahi Cantoran, Plant and Microbial Biology Ph.D. Candidate at the UMN. Alumna of Augsburg University (‘20, Biology, TRIO McNair Scholar)

Tesnim Mohamed, Biology, Society, & Environment Undergraduate Student at the UMN. Transfer Student from North Hennepin Community College

Barbara Sabino Pina, Clinical Laboratory Scientist at Mayo Clinic. Alumna of Augsburg University (‘23, Biochemistry, Minor in Leadership Studies)

Bjorn Solberg, Physics and Mathematics Undergraduate Student at Augsburg University. Transfer from Minneapolis College

Justin Third, Information Technology Undergraduate Student at Minneapolis College

Semele (Sema) Zewde, Biomedical Engineering Undergraduate Student at the UMN

Panel for Faculty and Staff:

Phil Engen, University of Minnesota National Science Foundation Materials Research and Science and Engineering Center (UMN MRSEC)

Gina Ristani, The Engineering Research Center (ERC) for Advanced Technologies for the Preservation of Biological Systems (ATP-Bio)

Kelly Vincelette, The Hormel Institute, University Of Minnesota

You Still Have Time to See “The Clockwork Professor”

submitted by stadlerl@augsburg.edu

Augsburg Theater Department presents:
The Clockwork Professor
by Maggie Lee
Directed by Beliza Torres Narváez

Thursday, Nov 9- Saturday, Nov 11 at 7 pm.
Sun Nov 12 at 3 pm.

Tjornhom-Nelson Theater, Foss Center

The show runs for approximately 2 hours with an intermission.

Professor Shae Pemberton is a humble, secretive inventor who leads a quiet life focused on science. However, as her loyal assistant Matilda reminds her, fixing broken toys, clocks, and household gadgets is what she must do to pay the bills. When her friend Lawrence visits her with a business proposal from two shady fellows, buried secrets from her past resurface. As political unrest sweeps over the great city of New Providence, unexpected (and weird!) events start to unravel and threaten to destroy everything Pemberton holds dear, perhaps even the Crown itself! The Clockwork Professor is an action-packed adventure of fantastical science fiction with a steampunk twist.

Content Disclosure: The Clockwork Professor is a comedy intended for young adult and adult audiences. This play includes the use of some strong language and contains suggested nudity. There are also simulated fights, physical restraint, and a bit of romantic display of affection. Ah! And there will be some occasional theatrical smoke, too!

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