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Hospicing Modernity Reading Group for Staff and Faculty – Spring Semester

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

The Sabo Center is hosting a reading group for the 2021 book, Hospicing Modernity: Facing Humanity’s Wrongs and the Implications for Social Activism by Vanessa Machado de Oliveira.

This book helps us learn how to:
Reimagine how we respond to crisis and relearn how to interact with difference, uncertainty, complexity, and failure
Expand our capacity to hold personal and collective space for pain and grief
Interrupt our satisfaction with modern-colonial desires that cause harm
Create space for change that isn’t driven by desperate hope or a fear of desolate hopelessness

We’re tentatively planning to gather the week of February 17th, the first full week of March, the week of March 24th, April 7th and 28th.

Please know that space is limited, we cannot guarantee a place for everyone. Email Jenean Gilmer (gilmerje@augsburg.edu) with any questions. To express interest, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/rpr9j5E3N5s8AByw7

https://forms.gle/rpr9j5E3N5s8AByw7

Check Out Cultures of Violence (SOC 290)

submitted by velamcco@augsburg.edu

Looking for a cool course to round out your schedule this spring? Consider taking Cultures of Violence (SOC 290)!

Street gangs and warfare. Police brutality and genocide. Domestic abuse and riots. What are the dynamics underlying these and other forms of violence? What do they have in common? How do they differ? This course takes violence in its many forms as a topic for sociological analysis. With this in mind, we will learn about the underlying social, interactional, group, and institutional dynamics that lead to violent behavior. In addition to the topics noted above, the course covers gender & violence, intergroup conflict, war propaganda, hate crime, the military-industrial complex, and more.

Cultures of Violence is scheduled for MWF, 1:50 – 3:00 p.m. It won’t be available again for two years, so register now!

Here’s what students are saying about it:

“This course is the definition of amazing and I honestly wish I could take it again. I would recommend this class to anyone, whether interested in sociology or not. I believe that anyone would fall in love and benefit from taking this course.”

“I loved this course! James is an incredible professor and I’ve always deeply enjoyed his classes. SOC 290 gave me a whole new perspective on sociology, violence, and culture. I am grateful I took this class!”

“[Prof.] James has always been and will forever be one of the most amazing professors I have had during my time at Augsburg. I always feel challenged, supported, and respected during his classes.”

Source: SOC 290 course evaluations, Spring 2023

TONIGHT: Social Work Students, Want to Boost Your Licensing Exam Prep? Join Tonight’s Zoom Meeting

submitted by premob@augsburg.edu

Using Social Work Case Vignettes to Prepare for Your Licensing Exam (Student Series Webinar)

Tonight! Thursday, January 16, 2025

From 6-7:30pm ET. FREE for all!

All social work students are invited to kick off the new year with the NASW’s Students Series! Join us to network, expand your skill set, as well as explore clinical case studies with author and professor Liz Johnson. We will use social work practice examples as a fundamental tool for developing “practice wisdom,” the intuitive understanding of client dynamics and core issues in a case.

One attendee will win a free copy of Dr. Johnson’s newest book, 80 Clinical Vignettes for Test Taking, Licensing Exam Prep, and Practical Applications. This collection of 80 real-world-based clinical vignettes offers a diverse range of clinical counseling cases, covering all the major DSM-5-TR diagnostic categories.

Registration link below

http://www.socialworkers.org/studentevents

General Announcements

Participants Needed for Mental Health Study

submitted by stevenss@augsburg.edu

Are you between the ages of 18 & 25?

You are invited to participate in a study investigating emotion and mental health!

ENTER A RAFFLE FOR 1 of 8 $25 VISA GIFT CARDS!

Access the study here: https://augsburg.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0idiuYgLQrXZfym

Please contact the study’s primary investigator with any questions at
stevenss@augsburg.edu

Thank you!

https://augsburg.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0idiuYgLQrXZfym

Augsburg Music Ensembles Open to All Augsburg Students

submitted by brauer@augsburg.edu

Do you sing or play an instrument? Are you looking for a fun way to build community and round out your course schedule? Please consider joining an Augsburg music ensemble! Augsburg Ensembles are open to all Augsburg students and can be taken for either 1 or 0 credits. To meet the LAF Fine Arts requirement, students must register for 1 credit for 4 semesters. Reach out to Ensemble Directors for more information.

AUGSBURG GLOBAL HARMONY CHOIR
Director: Shekela Wanyama, wanyama@augsburg.edu
MUE 111-B Augsburg Choir, Sec II: Global Harmony Choir, M/W/F 4:50-5:55 pm

The Augsburg Global Harmony Choir is open to all students who sing. If interested, please contact Dr. Shekela Wanyama wanyama@augsburg.edu.

CONCERT BAND
Director: Dr. Kenneth Green, green5@augsburg.edu
MUE 141-A Concert Band M/W/F 3:10-4:40 pm

The Augsburg Concert Band is open to all Augsburg students who play brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments. If interested, please contact Dr. Kenneth Green green5@augsburg.edu.

SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Director: Dr. Mark Elliot Bergman, bergman1@augsburg.edu
MUE 121-A Orchestra, Th 5:30-8:20 pm

The Augsburg Symphony Orchestra is open to all Augsburg students who play string, woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments. If interested, please contact Dr. Mark Elliot Bergman bergman1@augsburg.edu.

AUGSBURG JAZZ
Director: Dr. Kenneth Green, green5@augsburg.edu
MUE 143-A Jazz Band T/Th 3:40-5pm

The Augsburg Jazz Ensemble is open to all Augsburg students who play saxophone, trombone, trumpet, piano, electric guitar, electric bass, or drum set. If interested, please contact Dr. Kenneth Green green5@augsburg.edu,

AUGSBURG UNIVERSITY FLUTE ENSEMBLE
Director: Trudi Anderson, anders10@augsburg.edu
MUE 396-A Flute Ensemble, M 4:45 – 6:15

The Augsburg Flute Ensemble uses the entire family of flutes from piccolo to contrabass, and welcomes any flutist within the Augsburg community. If interested, please contact Trudi Anderson, anders10@augsburg.edu.

https://www.augsburg.edu/music/ensembles/

Seeking Nominations for the Sabo Center Engagement Committee

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

The Sabo Center is forming an advisory council to grow more and better collaborations, make our work more diffuse around campus and in our neighborhoods, and bring more voices into our processes and planning. This is an opportunity for staff, faculty, students and community members to learn more about and contribute to community-engaged work at Augsburg, build relationships, and share ideas and experiences in ways that can help inform our work.

The Sabo Center Engagement Council (SCEC) will support and guide community engagement and changemaking work at Augsburg and in our neighborhoods. The SCEC is not a decision-making body. Staff, Students, Faculty and Community Members are eligible for nomination.

Expectations:
– Attend three committee meetings throughout the spring semester of 2025.
– Advocate for community-engaged work broadly across campus and beyond.
– Serve 2 year terms. We are tentatively planning for meetings the weeks of February 17th, March 17th, April 14th, and an informal gathering at the end of April.

Students & members of the community outside Augsburg are eligible for an honorarium to support their participation.

If you would like to nominate yourself or others, please fill out the short form linked below by January 24th. Nominees will be informed of acceptance by January 31st, 2025.

https://forms.gle/uvo2BgCg1tztxhuH9

https://forms.gle/uvo2BgCg1tztxhuH9

Admissions Wants Your Campus Stories

submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu

Do you have a fond memory on campus? Did you have a good experience with a department on campus? Send your stories to admissions!

Admissions is in the process of collecting stories surrounding various locations on campus in order to share them on tours for prospective Auggies. Fill out the form below if you’d like to share yours!

Submit your story here!

New Staff Positions This Week (1)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

01/14/2025: Program Associate of Customized Programs, Center for Global Education and Experience
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000036470125-program-associate-of-customized-programs-center-for-global-education-and-experience-

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New Student Positions This Week (3)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

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

01/14/2025: Student: CGEE Office Assistant
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000036514145-student-cgee-office-assistant
01/14/2025: Student: Overnight Part-Time Public Safety Officer, Spring Semester 2025
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000036450769-student-overnight-part-time-public-safety-officer-spring-semester-2025
01/13/2025: Student: URGO Office Assistant
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000036149714-student-urgo-office-assistant

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New Student Position: Student: CGEE Office Assistant

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

Duties Include:

– Checking emails, data entry, and general office work
– Advising prospective study abroad/away students who need general information regarding study abroad programs and processes
– Assist the study abroad/away advisor with class presentations and information sessions
– Maintaining the study abroad/away online application system including data entry, uploading documents, and updating program listings
– Promoting study abroad programs through online means, communicating with prospective students, planning events, etc
– Content creation and upkeep of the CGEE and study abroad/away social media pages (Instagram, X, and Facebook)
– Stock promotional flyers around campus, hang posters, and update the study abroad/away bulletin boards and racks
– Supporting department staff with study abroad/away enrollment management
– Preparing spreadsheets with financial information noted accurately, organizing receipts
– Helping submit payment deposits, process credit card payments
– Supporting special projects as assigned

Compensation

– $15.97/hour
– This position is not benefits-eligible

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Event Announcements

New Year, New Connections: Staff Social Event, January 29

submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu

Kick off 2025 by strengthening bonds and building new connections! Join Staff Senate for a cozy social to reconnect, share winter break stories, and foster relationships. Enjoy warm conversations, tasty treats, and a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for engaging with colleagues across departments.

Wednesday, 1/29
1-3:30pm
Chapel

Staff Senate will provide a few fun giveaways, just be present to win.

Questions? Email staffsenate@augsburg.edu

Twin Cities Trans Mutual Aid “Trans Day of Revenge” Featuring S.L.O.G. and More – This Saturday

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Saturday, January 18, 2025
Doors: 6:30 PM / Show: 7:00 PM
All Ages, $20 Advance, $25 Day of Show
Students with ID ALWAYS receive $11 tickets the day of an event at The Cedar!

Celebrating resistance in the forms of solidarity, love, and trans joy, The Cedar is honored to host TRANS DAY OF REVENGE benefittingTwin Cities Trans Mutual Aid.

This is a standing show with an open floor. To request seating or other access accommodations, please go to our Access Page.

For Cedar presented shows, online ticket sales typically end one hour before the door time, and then, based on availability, tickets will be available at the door.

MASKS REQUIRED for this show. For this, we ask that you purchase and bring before doors open. The Cedar only carries a limited supply.

Buy tickets here!

Buy tickets here!

Keeping Track of Auggies

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Propane/Gas Generator for Sale (New)

submitted by lindn@augsburg.edu

DuroMax XP4850EH 4850W Dual Fuel Generator
$599.00 new, not including tax
Condition: New, unopened box.

https://www.duromaxpower.com/products/duromax-xp4850eh-4850-watt-dual-fuel-hybrid-generator-w-electric-start
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4850 Watt Gas or Propane Powered-Electric Start-Camping & RV Ready, Dual Fuel Portable Generator, Green

Plenty of Power – With 4,850 starting watts and 3,850 running watts, this unit can handle heavy loads, from lights and a refrigerator to a home air conditioner and high amperage power tools
Dual Fuel Technology – This generator runs on gasoline or propane, giving you the freedom and flexibility of fuel choice
Powerful Engine – The DuroMax 210cc OHV engine is a workhorse that provides plenty of power to handle multiple jobs, from powering high voltage appliances to heavy duty power tools
MX2 Technology – Get the maximum power from each of the 120-volt receptacles. Choose between operating the generator at both 120V and 240V simultaneously, or at 120V only with full power. Ideal for usage with RVs
Fully Featured Power Panel – The power panel includes a wide selection of outlets for maximum compatibility in your applications including: (2O) 120V household GFCI outlets and (1) 120/240V 30A twist lock outlet. The panel also includes a voltmeter and 12V DC charging posts for charging external batteries

Photos and details here