Author: alamilla

Boren Scholarship to study a language abroad

submitted by obrienk@augsburg.edu

The Boren Scholarship is a spectacular opportunity for students to receive funding for intensive language study abroad! Junior Auggie Abdul Sharif was selected last year to study Swahili in Tanzania – fully paid!

Boren Awards provide funding to U.S. undergraduate students (first years through seniors) to study less commonly taught languages in world regions critical to U.S. interests and underrepresented in study abroad: Africa, Asia, Central and Eastern Europe, Eurasia, Latin America and Middle East.

In exchange for the funding awardees work one year at a federal agency (for example, the Department of State or Department of Defense) around issues of national security defined very broadly, such as sustainable development, environment, disease, migration and economic competitiveness as well as more traditional security concerns.

Awardees (must be U.S. citizens) can be given up to:
$20,000/Academic year study abroad
$10,000/Semester study abroad
$8,000/Summer study abroad (only for STEM students)

Competitive applicants will generally have some experience in studying a second language or speaking one at home, and have a strong academic record.

If you would like to learn more about the program, please contact URGO at urgo@augsburg.edu or Study Abroad/Study Away at abroad@augsburg.edu as soon as possible. Please make an appointment before starting your application. Application Essays must be emailed to urgo@augsburg.edu by the Augsburg Deadline, January 21st.

Two year scholarship: Apply today to be a Phillips Scholar

submitted by bouzardg@augsburg.edu

Apply to be a Phillips Scholar by January 23!

The Phillips Scholars Program recognizes and rewards private college students who strive to make life better for those with unmet needs. Applicants are challenged to think creatively and become community-service leaders by developing a project to meet an unmet need in Minnesota communities. Phillips Scholars receive scholarships during their junior and senior years, and a stipend to complete a project during the summer between junior and senior year.

This preliminary application is used to select two finalists from Augsburg University who will then develop a full proposal to be submitted to the Minnesota Private College Council for the scholarship. This will include a 5-7 page project proposal, official transcript, and 3 letters of recommendation. Staff members of the Sabo Center will help finalist complete their applications.

You must be a sophomore during the 2018-2019 school year to apply.

Read more about the Phillips Scholarship program here: https://www.mnprivatecolleges.org/giving/our-scholarships/phillips-scholars-program

Preliminary application (see link, below): Wednesday, January 23, 2019, 11:59 p.m.

Full applications will be due February 8, 2019.

Preliminary Phillips Scholar Application DUE JANUARY 23

PA Program and Women’s Hockey Host Teddy Bear Toss

submitted by waalenk@augsburg.edu

The PA Program and Women’s Hockey are teaming up for the second-annual teddy bear toss. Bring a clean, new stuffed animal to throw out onto the ice during intermission when the Auggies play at home January 19th at 7:00pm. Stuffed animals should be wrapped or in a bag to protect them during toss. The stuffed animals will be donated to Children’s Minnesota Minneapolis Hospital.

https://www.facebook.com/events/311125749491706/

Discounted student membership with HOURCAR

submitted by garvey@augsburg.edu

Get a discounted student membership with HOURCAR, the Twin Cities’ nonprofit car-sharing provider. Use the promo code AUGSBURG19 to get $40 in driving credit when you sign up for an annual membership. With a hub conveniently located on campus and many others nearby, HOURCAR connects you to the city and gives you the freedom of having a car without the hassles of owning one.

go to https://hourcar.org/

Tamarah Gehlen for Next EDTalk

submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu

Prior to the next Faculty Meeting on January 23rd, Tamarah Gehlen will speak on Trauma & Learning Styles in the Classroom. Attendees will learn simple ways to implement trauma-informed practices into their classrooms and teaching styles in order to enhance connection and learning for the students that they serve.

EDTalks take place from 3:20-3:35 pm on Faculty Meeting Dates. Plan to grab your coffee and head to HC 151 to listen and learn. Find out more about the EDTalks and other upcoming events on the CTL website.

Zoom: https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/933677248?status=success
Meeting ID 933-677-248

Wednesday, January 23rd | EDTalk with Tamarah Gehlen | 3:20-3:35 pm, HC 151

CTL

RSVP for Speaking of Sabbatical with Christina Erickson

submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu

On January 30th, Christina Erickson will giver her talk, “Spanked, Whupped and Paddled: Our Complex Relationship with Corporal Punishment”. Lunch will be provided.

Wednesday, January 30th | Speaking of Sabbatical with Christina Erickson | 11:10-12:20, Marshall Room

RSVP for Speaking of Sabbatical

Focused Conversations on Data Analytics Framework: Next Week

submitted by alamilla@augsburg.edu

The January Focused Conversation will feature Leif Anderson, Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer; Katy Hahn, Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness; Nate Hallanger, Director of Academic Administration; and Chris Jacobsen, Associate Director of Shared Services Enterprise Applications discussing the development of a data analytics framework for academic, enrollment, and financial planning.

Tues, Jan. 15, 2 p.m., Marshall Room (session available via livestream)
Wed, Jan. 16, 12:30 p.m., Marshall Room

For the livestream link or to add a session to your calendar, go to the All Hands page on Inside Augsburg.

All Hands page

Are you a sophomore this year? Apply for the Phillips Scholarship

submitted by bouzardg@augsburg.edu

Apply to be a Phillips Scholar by January 23!

The Phillips Scholars Program recognizes and rewards private college students who strive to make life better for those with unmet needs. Applicants are challenged to think creatively and become community-service leaders by developing a project to meet an unmet need in Minnesota communities. Phillips Scholars receive scholarships during their junior and senior years, and a stipend to complete a project during the summer between junior and senior year.

This preliminary application is used to select two finalists from Augsburg University who will then develop a full proposal to be submitted to the Minnesota Private College Council for the scholarship. This will include a 5-7 page project proposal, official transcript, and 3 letters of recommendation. Staff members of the Sabo Center will help finalist complete their applications.

You must be a sophomore during the 2018-2019 school year to apply.

Read more about the Phillips Scholarship program here: https://www.mnprivatecolleges.org/giving/our-scholarships/phillips-scholars-program

Preliminary application (see link, below): Wednesday, January 23, 2019, 11:59 p.m.

Full applications will be due February 8, 2019.

Phillips Scholarship Preliminary Application DUE JANUARY 23

NASA Space Grant Undergraduate Scholarship for STEM students: deadline Jan. 18, 2019

submitted by mckinnes@augsburg.edu

Students can now apply for the 2018-19 NASA Space Grant Undergraduate Scholarship Program at Augsburg University. This 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 6 scholarships for spring semester, 2019, in the following areas:

1. Emerging Scholarship (Sophomore-Junior). Four 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). Two 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.

Please note that students from traditionally underrepresented groups in science and mathematics fields are especially encouraged to apply. No applicant shall be denied consideration based on race, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, or ability.
Deadline for application: Friday, January 18, 2019.

More information about the scholarship, along with links to the application packets, can be found on the link below. If you need this information in alternative form, please contact STEM programs at stem@augsburg.edu.

NASA Space Grant Scholarship

Grants and Awards

submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu

Faculty, go to http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/grants/grant-applications/ to read the calls for proposals and to apply for the “Scholarship Grant”, the “Integrated Course Design Grant”, and/or the “Provost’s Internationalization Travel Grant”. All applications are due by Noon on Friday, February 15th.

Also available are nomination forms for the “Distinguished Contributions to Teaching and Learning” Awards. Information and forms can be found at http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/awards/. Nominations are due on Wednesday, February 20th.

Grant Applications and Descriptions

Outstanding Staff Awards—Now Accepting Nominations

submitted by stepkad@augsburg.edu

Nominate a Colleague for the Outstanding Staff or Newcomer Award:

The Staff Appreciation Program is intended to recognize exceptional staff members who exemplify Augsburg’s mission statement through their actions. Recipients of the Outstanding Staff Award consistently go above and beyond the call of duty by providing exceptional service to others and/or making innovative and outstanding contributions to enhance the objectives of their department or the Augsburg community.

The Newcomer Award recognizes a staff person who has made a significant impact on campus life in a short amount time. Staff who have been at Augsburg for 2 years or less are eligible to receive this award.

STEP 1: Email staffsenate@augsburg.edu with the name and title of the individual you wish to nominate

STEP 2: Staff Senate will confirm receipt of your message and send you an online nomination form

STEP 3: Secure at least two letters of recommendations from a current staff, faculty, or student

STEP 4: Upload your completed nomination form in PDF or Microsoft Word format

DEADLINE: Nominations for the Outstanding Staff and Newcomer Awards will be accepted from January 9–24.

REMINDER: In order for your nominee to be eligible, you must complete the nomination form AND provide at least two letters of recommendation. Nominees will be notified on or before February 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Thursday, Jan. 10 from 1:00-2:00 PM: Be Our Guest

submitted by mattingl@augsburg.edu

Dear Faculty:

The Library, CLASS Office, and IT are at your service! Four stations will be set up focusing on ways to make your course content accessible. Please stop in at The Commons on the 1st floor of the Lindell Library to rotate through the stations, grab a cup of hot chocolate, take-away hot tips, and some cheer as we prepare for the upcoming term.

1. 5 Things for Creating Accessible Documents
2. New academic department “branded” Moodle Templates based on CLEAN Design
3. E-books, Databases, Articles, Streaming video services with captioning
4. Sign up to meet one-on-one with a Librarian, Liaison for Computing, or CLASS Liaison

Focused Conversations on Data Analytics Framework: Jan. 15-16

submitted by alamilla@augsburg.edu

The January Focused Conversation will feature Leif Anderson, Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer; Katy Hahn, Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness; Nate Hallanger, Director of Academic Administration; and Chris Jacobsen, Associate Director of Shared Services Enterprise Applications discussing the development of a data analytics framework for academic, enrollment, and financial planning.

Tues, Jan. 15, 2 p.m., Marshall Room (session available via livestream)
Wed, Jan. 16, 12:30 p.m., Marshall Room

For the livestream link or to add a session to your calendar, go to the All Hands page on Inside Augsburg.

All Hands page

Small Changes in Teaching: The First 5 Minutes of Class

submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu

Teaching Tip Tuesday: Faculty, please see https://www.chronicle.com/article/Small-Changes-in-Teaching-The/234869 for quick ways to get your students’ attention in the first few minutes of class.

For more teaching tips visit CTL’s page linked below. “Teaching Tip Tuesday” occurs on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month. Watch for “Tech Tip Tuesdays” on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays!

Teaching Tips and Resources

Deliberative Dialogue: Should We Eliminate Grades at the University Level?

submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu

Thursday, January 24th | 1:50-3:00 pm, OGC 100

Grading practices and grade inflation are topics that can evoke passionate responses from both faculty and students. However, in this session, we ask an essential question: should grades exist at the university level? Please visit http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/ to find this post with video links to view prior to the event.

Joaquin Muñoz, Assistant Professor of Education, will facilitate what is sure to be a spirited discussion with multiple perspectives to be presented for debate and reflection.

RSVP for Deliberative Dialogue

Staff Library Tour—TODAY

submitted by stepkad@augsburg.edu

Staff Senate is hosting a Library Tour and welcomes you to join us!
Learn about what Library services Staff can utilize and more during a tour with Mary Hollerich, Library Director.

Tuesday, January 8
11:30 a.m.–12 p.m. | Lindell Library

Please meet at the Library Circulation Desk on the first floor of Lindell Library. The tour will be followed by an informal “bring your own lunch” gathering in the Commons.

Scholarship for tuition, change your community: Apply for the Phillips Scholarship TODAY

submitted by bouzardg@augsburg.edu

Apply to be a Phillips Scholar by January 23!

The Phillips Scholars Program recognizes and rewards private college students who strive to make life better for those with unmet needs. Applicants are challenged to think creatively and become community-service leaders by developing a project to meet an unmet need in Minnesota communities. Phillips Scholars receive scholarships during their junior and senior years, and a stipend to complete a project during the summer between junior and senior year.

This preliminary application is used to select two finalists from Augsburg University who will then develop a full proposal to be submitted to the Minnesota Private College Council for the scholarship. This will include a 5-7 page project proposal, official transcript, and 3 letters of recommendation. Staff members of the Sabo Center will help finalist complete their applications.

You must be a sophomore during the 2018-2019 school year to apply.

Read more about the Phillips Scholarship program here: https://www.mnprivatecolleges.org/giving/our-scholarships/phillips-scholars-program

Preliminary application (see link, below): Wednesday, January 23, 2019, 11:59 p.m.

Full applications will be due February 8, 2019.

Preliminary Phillips Scholarship Application DUE JANUARY 23

Get Your Moodle Course Ready for Spring Semester

submitted by tensen@augsburg.edu

Getting your Spring Moodle courses ready? You can quickly and easily import content from previous semesters using the Faculty Course Archive block <http://go.augsburg.edu/courserestor>. Save time changing due dates for assignments by using the “Dates Report” <http://go.augsburg.edu/datesreport> in the Administration Block. Building new content? Don’t forget that you can speed things up by easily duplicating <http://go.augsburg.edu/mooduplicate> any Moodle activity or resource. Check out the Faculty Moodle Resource <http://go.augsburg.edu/fmr> for more timely tips.

Plan to Attend the Day of Action

submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu

On the morning of January 21st, everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Action. There will be a plenary session in the chapel from 8:30-9:15, followed by breakout sessions in the Oren Gateway Center. The first session will be from 9:30 am-10:45 am, and the second session will be from 11:00 am-12:15 pm. A program with further information about the breakout sessions will be available soon, but mark you calendars now.

Make a Difference for Middle Schoolers with the MNUDL

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

Make a Difference. Educate Through Debate.
Earn Service Hours Using Your Skills as a Volunteer Debate Judge

The Minnesota Urban Debate League, a program of Augsburg University, needs a few excellent folks to judge middle school debates this spring.

No experience? No problem. We train judges at the beginning of every tournament.
What Judges Do:
• Watch rounds and evaluate teams on logic, argumentation, and public speaking.
• Provide written feedback and assign points to each debater.
• Choose the winner of each debate!

Opportunities to Volunteer:

Volunteers will judge two rounds of debate from 3:30 PM – 7:30 PM.

• January 10th – Central High School
• January 16th – Central High School
• January 17th – Barton Open School
• January 29th – North HS
• February 7th – Roosevelt HS
• February 13th – Washington Technology MS
• February 21st – Washburn HS
• February 28th – North HS
• March 5th – Edison HS
• March 7th – University of Minnesota
• March 20th – University of Minnesota
• March 21st – University of Minnesota

Stay tuned for our Spanish Debate & Somali Debate dates!

Visit us: Foss Office 18 at Augsburg University | udlvolunteers@augsburg.edu
(612) 330-1730

Volunteer With Us

Staff Library Tour—TOMORROW

submitted by stepkad@augsburg.edu

Staff Senate is hosting a Library Tour and welcomes you to join us!
Learn about what Library services Staff can utilize and more during a tour with Mary Hollerich, Library Director.

Tuesday, January 8
11:30 a.m.–12 p.m. | Lindell Library

Please meet at the Library Circulation Desk on the first floor of Lindell Library. The tour will be followed by an informal “bring your own lunch” gathering in the Commons.

Add to my calendar

Outstanding Staff Awards—Nomination Timeline

submitted by stepkad@augsburg.edu

Nominations for the Outstanding Staff and Newcomer Awards will be accepted from January 9–24. To nominate a colleague you need to complete the nomination form and provide at least two letters of recommendation. The nominees will be notified of their nomination by February 1. Winners are selected by Staff Senate and at least two of last year’s award recipients. Any questions about the Outstanding Staff and Newcomer Awards process please email staffsenate@augsburg.edu.

Learn more about the Outstanding Staff Awards and Staff Appreciation Event

Volunteer with MNUDL and Make a Difference for Middle Schoolers

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

The Minnesota Urban Debate League, a program of Augsburg University, needs a few excellent folks to judge middle school debates this spring.

No experience? No problem. We train judges at the beginning of every tournament.
What Judges Do:
• Watch rounds and evaluate teams on logic, argumentation, and public speaking.
• Provide written feedback and assign points to each debater.
• Choose the winner of each debate!

Opportunities to Volunteer:

Volunteers will judge two rounds of debate from 3:30 PM – 7:30 PM.

• January 10th – Central High School
• January 16th – Location TBD
• January 17th – Location TBD
• February 7th – Location TBD
• February 13th – Washington Technology Magnet School
• February 21st – Location TBD
• March 7th – University of Minnesota
• March 20th – University of Minnesota
• March 21st – University of Minnesota

Stay tuned for our Spanish Debate & Somali Debate dates!

Visit us: Foss Office 18 at Augsburg University | udlvolunteers@augsburg.edu
(612) 330-1730

Volunteer With Us

EDTalk with Tamarah Gehlen

submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu

Just prior to the next Faculty Meeting on January 23rd, Tamarah Gehlen will be speaking on “Trauma & Learning Styles in the Classroom”. This talk will feature information to help attendees understand the impact of chronic stress and traumatic experiences on learning and cognition. Attendees will learn simple ways to implement trauma-informed practices into their classrooms and teaching styles in order to enhance connection and learning for the students that they serve.

Wednesday, January 23rd | EDTalk with Tamarah Gehlen | 3:20-3:35 pm, HC 151

Zoom: https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/933677248 Meeting ID 933-677-248

For more on the Pre-Faculty meeting EDTalks and other CTL Events, check our webpage regularly.

CTL

Grant Applications and Award Nominations

submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu

Faculty, make sure to visit http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/grants/grant-applications/ to read about available grants and to submit your applications. For consideration, you must apply by Noon on Friday, February 15th for the Scholarship Grant, the Integrated Course Design Grant, and the Provost’s Internationalization Travel Grant.

The Distinguished Contributions to Teaching and Learning Awards are also accepting nominations at http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/awards/. These nominations are due on Tuesday, February 20th. Nominate deserving faculty today!

CTL Grant Applications

Faculty—Be Our Guest, January 10 @ 1PM

submitted by mattingl@augsburg.edu

Dear Faculty:

The Library, CLASS Office, and IT are at your service! Four stations will be set up focusing on ways to make your course content accessible. Please stop in at The Commons on the 1st floor of the Lindell Library to rotate through the stations, grab a cup of hot chocolate, take-away hot tips, and some cheer as we prepare for the upcoming term.

1. 5 Things for Creating Accessible Documents
2. New academic department “branded” Moodle Templates based on CLEAN Design
3. E-books, Databases, Articles, Streaming video services with captioning
4. Sign up to meet one-on-one with a Librarian, Liaison for Computing, or CLASS Liaison

Faculty: How URGO Can Support Your Research

submitted by obrienk@augsburg.edu

URGO’s summer research program is designed to both enhance undergraduate student learning and support faculty research here on campus. Faculty are the driving force behind the research program, and we want it to be as beneficial to you as possible.

Some of you may have already been approached by students who would like to do summer research through URGO. We encourage you to think about how these students might support your own research agenda. While some advanced students might have a project in mind, we have found that students benefit the most from working within a faculty member’s area of expertise.

While summer is the perfect time to push research projects ahead, we know all too well how quickly the time goes. We have research grants for 400, 200, and 100 student research hours that are designed to provide you with the optimal amount of student research support needed for your project. The 100-hour research assistantship, for example, is a particularly good fit if you have needs for data entry, transcription, or literature review.

To learn more about URGO summer research and working with a student, visit the “on-campus research” page on the URGO website: http://www.augsburg.edu/urgo

Phase 1 of summer research applications are due January 29th, with complete proposals due February 19th. If you have any questions about being a research mentor, please contact Dixie Shafer at x1447 or shafer@augsburg.edu

Staff Library Tour—1/8

submitted by stepkad@augsburg.edu

Staff Senate is hosting a Library Tour and welcomes you to join us!
Learn about what Library services Staff can utilize and more during a tour with Mary Hollerich, Library Director.

Tuesday, January 8
11:30 a.m.–12 p.m. | Lindell Library

Please meet at the Library Circulation Desk on the first floor of Lindell Library. The tour will be followed by an informal “bring your own lunch” gathering in the Commons.

Add to my calendar

Outstanding Staff Awards—Nomination Timeline

submitted by stepkad@augsburg.edu

Nominations for the Outstanding Staff and Newcomer Awards will be accepted from January 9–24. To nominate a colleague you need to complete the nomination form and provide at least two letters of recommendation. The nominees will be notified of their nomination by February 1. Winners are selected by Staff Senate and at least two of last year’s award recipients. Any questions about the Outstanding Staff and Newcomer Awards process please email staffsenate@augsburg.edu.

Learn more about the Outstanding Staff Awards and Staff Appreciation Event

NASA Space Grant Undergraduate Scholarship for STEM students: deadline Jan. 18, 2019

submitted by mckinnes@augsburg.edu

Students can now apply for the 2018-19 NASA Space Grant Undergraduate Scholarship Program at Augsburg University. This 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 6 scholarships for spring semester, 2019, in the following areas:

1. Emerging Scholarship (Sophomore-Junior). Four 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). Two 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.

Please note that students from traditionally underrepresented groups in science and mathematics fields are especially encouraged to apply. No applicant shall be denied consideration based on race, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, or ability.
Deadline for application: Friday, January 18, 2019.

More information about the scholarship, along with links to the application packets, can be found on the link below. If you need this information in alternative form, please contact STEM programs at stem@augsburg.edu.

NASA Space Grant Scholarship

Tuesday: Interfaith Vigil for Caravan Refugees

submitted by youngs@augsburg.edu

Inter-Faith Gathering: Solidarity Action Vigil & Courtwatch
ASYLUM IS A HUMAN RIGHT! NO TROOPS AT THE BORDER! REFUGEES ARE WELCOME HERE!

Tuesday, January 8, 2019, 7:30 AM
Place: Whipple Federal Building, 1 Federal Drive, Fort Snelling, MN
Parking available in Metro Transit lots North and South of Light Rail Station

Special Guests: Minnesota Caravan Solidarity/ Minnesota en Solidaridad con la Caravana. Anne Winkler Morey, writer, activist, Community Faculty at Metro State University. Thom Haines, Mayflower Church Global Justice Advocacy Team, attorney, foundation director, G-Project

-Asylum is a worldwide human right – safe refuge for all!
-We denounce human rights violations at the border
-Cherish children and their families, don’t detain them in life-threatening conditions
-We denounce the exploitation and violence in their home countries that make these families flee for their lives
-We repent of our country’s complicity in these conditions that lead to the exodus and the Caravan
-We claim all spaces as sacred

At 8:30 am after the vigil, we will invite up to 10 people to gather and prepare to attend the court session from 9:00 to 10:30 AM

All are Welcome! Come to Sing, Pray, and Act!

Mission Statement: “Interfaith Coalition on Immigration engages in courageous spiritual, multicultural action in solidarity with immigrants and refugees to achieve justice and stand up to systems of oppression.”
[ For more information, visit our Facebook page: Interfaith Coalition on Immigration (ICOM)]
[Also see this Facebook page: Minnesota Caravan Solidarity]

Facebook event

Spring Break in Iowa: White Privilege Conference

submitted by youngs@augsburg.edu

White Privilege Conference (WPC20) is there for you!

If you have not heard, the WPC20 will be held not too far away in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on March 20-23, 2019. Keynote speakers will be John-Paul Chaisson Cardenas, Dr. Heather Hackman, Howard Ross, and Dr. Ivory A. Toldson.

Don’t miss the 20th anniversary dinner celebration which will feature new music from Jasiri X and local Iowa blues legend Kevin “B.F.” Burt.

Registration opens January 7, 2019.

http://www.whiteprivilegeconference.com

Volunteer with MNUDL and Make a Difference for Middle Schoolers

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

The Minnesota Urban Debate League, a program of Augsburg University, needs a few excellent folks to judge middle school debates this spring.

No experience? No problem. We train judges at the beginning of every tournament.
What Judges Do:
• Watch rounds and evaluate teams on logic, argumentation, and public speaking.
• Provide written feedback and assign points to each debater.
• Choose the winner of each debate!

Opportunities to Volunteer:

Volunteers will judge two rounds of debate from 3:30 PM – 7:30 PM.

• January 10th – Central High School
• January 16th – Location TBD
• January 17th – Location TBD
• February 7th – Location TBD
• February 13th – Washington Technology Magnet School
• February 21st – Location TBD
• March 7th – University of Minnesota
• March 20th – University of Minnesota
• March 21st – University of Minnesota

Stay tuned for our Spanish Debate & Somali Debate dates!

Visit us: Foss Office 18 at Augsburg University | udlvolunteers@augsburg.edu
(612) 330-1730

Volunteer With Us

Staff Library Tour—1/8

submitted by stepkad@augsburg.edu

Staff Senate is hosting a Library Tour and welcomes you to join us!
Learn about what Library services Staff can utilize and more during a tour with Mary Hollerich, Library Director.

Tuesday, January 8
11:30 a.m.–12 p.m. | Lindell Library

Please meet at the Library Circulation Desk on the first floor of Lindell Library. The tour will be followed by an informal “bring your own lunch” gathering in the Commons.

Add to my calendar

Outstanding Staff Awards—Nomination Timeline

submitted by stepkad@augsburg.edu

Nominations for the Outstanding Staff and Newcomer Awards will be accepted from January 9–24. To nominate a colleague you need to complete the nomination form and provide at least two letters of recommendation. The nominees will be notified of their nomination by February 1. Winners are selected by Staff Senate and at least two of last year’s award recipients. Any questions about the Outstanding Staff and Newcomer Awards process please email staffsenate@augsburg.edu.

Learn more about the Outstanding Staff Awards and Staff Appreciation Event

Library hours January 2-4

submitted by holleric@augsburg.edu

Lindell Library is closed to the public today, but library services are available on an appointment basis to any member of the Augsburg community. Library staff are onsite and providing service by appointment from 9 AM – 5 PM on the following dates:

Wednesday, January 2
Thursday, January 3
Friday, January 4

To make an appointment, faculty, students or staff may contact us at refdesk@augsburg.edu.

Grant Applications and Award Nominations

submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu

Go to http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/grants/grant-applications/ to read the calls for proposals and to apply for the “Scholarship Grant, the “Integrated Course Design Grant, and/or the “Provost’s Internationalization Travel Grant. All applications are due by Noon on Friday, February 15th.

Also available are nomination forms for the “Distinguished Contributions to Teaching and Learning” Awards. Information and forms can be found at http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/awards/. Nominations are due on Wednesday, February 20th.

Grant Applications and Calls for Proposals

Interfaith Vigil for Caravan Refugees Tuesday

submitted by youngs@augsburg.edu

Inter-Faith Gathering: Solidarity Action Vigil & Courtwatch
ASYLUM IS A HUMAN RIGHT! NO TROOPS AT THE BORDER! REFUGEES ARE WELCOME HERE!

Tuesday, January 8, 2019, 7:30 AM
Place: Whipple Federal Building, 1 Federal Drive, Fort Snelling, MN
Parking available in Metro Transit lots North and South of Light Rail Station

Special Guests: Minnesota Caravan Solidarity/
Minnesota en Solidaridad con la Caravana. Anne Winkler Morey, writer, activist, Community Faculty at Metro State University. Thom Haines, Mayflower Church Global Justice Advocacy Team, attorney, foundation director, G-Project

-Asylum is a worldwide human right – safe refuge for all!
-We denounce human rights violations at the border
-Cherish children and their families, don’t detain them in life-threatening conditions
-We denounce the exploitation and violence in their home countries that make these families flee for their lives
-We repent of our country’s complicity in these conditions that lead to the exodus and the Caravan
-We claim all spaces as sacred

At 8:30 am after the vigil, we will invite up to 10 people to gather and prepare to attend the court session from 9:00 to 10:30 AM

All are Welcome! Come to Sing, Pray, and Act!

Mission Statement: “Interfaith Coalition on Immigration engages in courageous spiritual, multicultural action in solidarity with immigrants and refugees to achieve justice and stand up to systems of oppression.”
[ For more information, visit our Facebook page: Interfaith Coalition on Immigration (ICOM)]
[Also see this Facebook page: Minnesota Caravan Solidarity]

Facebook event

NASA Space Grant Undergraduate Scholarship for STEM students: deadline Jan. 18, 2019

submitted by dores@augsburg.edu

Students can now apply for the 2018-19 NASA Space Grant Undergraduate Scholarship Program at Augsburg University. This 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 6 scholarships for spring semester, 2019, in the following areas:

1. Emerging Scholarship (Sophomore-Junior). Four 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). Two 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.

Please note that students from traditionally underrepresented groups in science and mathematics fields are especially encouraged to apply. No applicant shall be denied consideration based on race, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, or ability.
Deadline for application: Friday, January 18, 2019.

More information about the scholarship, along with links to the application packets, can be found on the link below. If you need this information in alternative form, please contact STEM programs at stem@augsburg.edu.

NASA Space Grant Scholarship

Resource stations for faculty by Lindell Library, CLASS Office, and IT

submitted by mattingl@augsburg.edu

Dear Faculty:

The Library, CLASS Office, and IT are at your service! On Jan. 10 at 1 p.m., four stations will be set up focusing on ways to make your course content accessible. Please stop in at The Commons on the 1st floor of the Lindell Library to rotate through the stations, grab a cup of hot chocolate, take-away tips, and some cheer as we prepare for the upcoming term.

1. Five things for creating accessible documents
2. New academic department “branded” Moodle Templates based on CLEAN Design
3. E-books, databases, articles, streaming video services with captioning
4. Sign up to meet one-on-one with a Librarian, Liaison for Computing, or CLASS Liaison

Spring break option: White Privilege Conference

submitted by youngs@augsburg.edu

White Privilege Conference (WPC20) is there for you!

If you have not heard, the WPC20 will be held not too far away in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on March 20-23, 2019. Keynote speakers will be John-Paul Chaisson Cardenas, Dr. Heather Hackman, Howard Ross, and Dr. Ivory A. Toldson.

Don’t miss the 20th anniversary dinner celebration which will feature new music from Jasiri X and local Iowa blues legend Kevin “B.F.” Burt.

Registration opens January 7, 2019. https://www.whiteprivilegeconference.com/

Library hours January 2 – 4

submitted by holleric@augsburg.edu

Lindell Library is closed to the public today, but library services are available on an appointment basis to any member of the Augsburg community. Library staff are onsite and providing service by appointment from 9 AM – 5 PM on the following dates:

Wednesday, January 2
Thursday, January 3
Friday, January 4

To make an appointment, faculty, students or staff may contact us at refdesk@augsburg.edu.

Money for school, change your community: Apply for the Phillips Scholarship today

submitted by bouzardg@augsburg.edu

Apply to be a Phillips Scholar!

The Phillips Scholars Program recognizes and rewards private college students who strive to make life better for those with unmet needs. Applicants are challenged to think creatively and become community-service leaders by developing a project to meet an unmet need in Minnesota communities. Phillips Scholars receive scholarships during their junior and senior years, and a stipend to complete a project during the summer between junior and senior year.

This preliminary application is used to select two finalists from Augsburg University who will then develop a full proposal to be submitted to the Minnesota Private College Council for the scholarship. This will include a 5-7 page project proposal, official transcript, and 3 letters of recommendation. Staff members of the Sabo Center will help finalist complete their applications.

You must be a sophomore during the 2018-2019 school year to apply.

Read more about the Phillips Scholarship program here: https://www.mnprivatecolleges.org/giving/our-scholarships/phillips-scholars-program

Preliminary application (see link, below): Wednesday, January 23, 2019, 11:59 p.m.

Full applications will be due February 8, 2019.

Preliminary Application Due January 23

Staff Library Tour—1/8

submitted by stepkad@augsburg.edu

Staff Senate is hosting a Library Tour and welcomes you to join us!
Learn about what Library services Staff can utilize and more during a tour with Mary Hollerich, Library Director.

Tuesday, January 8
11:30 a.m.–12 p.m. | Lindell Library

Please meet at the Library Circulation Desk on the first floor of Lindell Library. The tour will be followed by an informal “bring your own lunch” gathering in the Commons.

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Outstanding Staff Awards—Nomination Timeline

submitted by stepkad@augsburg.edu

Nominations for the Outstanding Staff and Newcomer Awards will be accepted from January 9–24. To nominate a colleague you need to complete the nomination form and provide at least two letters of recommendation. The nominees will be notified of their nomination by February 1. Winners are selected by Staff Senate and at least two of last year’s award recipients. Any questions about the Outstanding Staff and Newcomer Awards process please email staffsenate@augsburg.edu.

Learn more about the Outstanding Staff Awards and Staff Appreciation Event

NASA Space Grant Undergraduate Scholarship for STEM students: deadline Jan. 18, 2019

submitted by dores@augsburg.edu

Students can now apply for the 2018-19 NASA Space Grant Undergraduate Scholarship Program at Augsburg University. This 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 6 scholarships for spring semester, 2019, in the following areas:

1. Emerging Scholarship (Sophomore-Junior). Four 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). Two 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.

Please note that students from traditionally underrepresented groups in science and mathematics fields are especially encouraged to apply. No applicant shall be denied consideration based on race, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, or ability.
Deadline for application: Friday, January 18, 2019.

More information about the scholarship, along with links to the application packets, can be found on the link below. If you need this information in alternative form, please contact STEM programs at stem@augsburg.edu.

NASA Space Grant Scholarship

Staff Library Tour—1/8

submitted by stepkad@augsburg.edu

Staff Senate is hosting a Library Tour and welcomes you to join us!
Learn about what Library services Staff can utilize and more during a tour with Mary Hollerich, Library Director.

Tuesday, January 8
11:30 a.m.–12 p.m. | Lindell Library

Please meet at the Library Circulation Desk on the first floor of Lindell Library. The tour will be followed by an informal “bring your own lunch” gathering in the Commons.

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Outstanding Staff Awards—Nomination Timeline

submitted by stepkad@augsburg.edu

Nominations for the Outstanding Staff and Newcomer Awards will be accepted from January 9–24. To nominate a colleague you need to complete the nomination form and provide at least two letters of recommendation. The nominees will be notified of their nomination by February 1. Winners are selected by Staff Senate and at least two of last year’s award recipients. Any questions about the Outstanding Staff and Newcomer Awards process please email staffsenate@augsburg.edu.

Learn more about the Outstanding Staff Awards and Staff Appreciation Event

Phillips Scholarship: Apply today

submitted by bouzardg@augsburg.edu

Apply to be a Phillips Scholar!

The Phillips Scholars Program recognizes and rewards private college students who strive to make life better for those with unmet needs. Applicants are challenged to think creatively and become community-service leaders by developing a project to meet an unmet need in Minnesota communities. Phillips Scholars receive scholarships during their junior and senior years, and a stipend to complete a project during the summer between junior and senior year.

This preliminary application is used to select two finalists from Augsburg University who will then develop a full proposal to be submitted to the Minnesota Private College Council for the scholarship. This will include a 5-7 page project proposal, official transcript, and 3 letters of recommendation. Staff members of the Sabo Center will help finalist complete their applications.

You must be a sophomore during the 2018-2019 school year to apply.

Read more about the Phillips Scholarship program here: https://www.mnprivatecolleges.org/giving/our-scholarships/phillips-scholars-program

Preliminary application (see link, below): Wednesday, January 23, 2019, 11:59 p.m.

Full applications will be due February 8, 2019.

Preliminary Application Due January 23

NASA Space Grant Undergraduate Scholarship for STEM students: deadline Jan. 18, 2019

submitted by dores@augsburg.edu

Students can now apply for the 2018-19 NASA Space Grant Undergraduate Scholarship Program at Augsburg University. This 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 6 scholarships for spring semester, 2019, in the following areas:

1. Emerging Scholarship (Sophomore-Junior). Four 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). Two 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.

Please note that students from traditionally underrepresented groups in science and mathematics fields are especially encouraged to apply. No applicant shall be denied consideration based on race, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, or ability.
Deadline for application: Friday, January 18, 2019.

More information about the scholarship, along with links to the application packets, can be found on the link below. If you need this information in alternative form, please contact STEM programs at stem@augsburg.edu.

NASA Space Grant Scholarship

Important Payroll Information–Log Your Hours

submitted by ueckerk@augsburg.edu

Students, staff and supervisors should ensure you are able access and approve time around the holiday break so everyone is paid appropriately and timely.
• The first pay date of 2019 is 01/04/2019, this is for hours worked 12/16 – 12/29.
• Hours worked should be logged daily.
• The time entry deadline is still 2pm Monday, December 31st. This is a holiday and all time cards will be submitted automatically by the system. Unless working the weekend, all hours should be logged and submitted Friday, December 28th.
• Supervisors will need to approve the time cards by 10am on Wednesday, January 2nd – extended due to the holiday on Tuesday, January 1st. This will create a shorter processing time, so it is appreciated if all time is approved by the deadline of 10am. Time can also be approved any time after 2pm on Monday prior to the deadline. Time not approved could result in your employee NOT being paid timely.

If you need any further assistance please contact Payroll at payroll@augsburg.edu. Thank you and have a safe and happy holiday!

Library hours winter break

submitted by holleric@augsburg.edu

Lindell Library is closed to the public today, but library services are available on an appointment basis to any member of the Augsburg community. Library staff are onsite and providing service by appointment from 9 AM – 5 PM on the following dates:

Wednesday, December 26
Thursday, December 27
Friday, December 28
Wednesday, January 2
Thursday, January 3
Friday, January 4

To make an appointment, faculty, students or staff may contact us at refdesk@augsburg.edu.

Lindell Library

Staff Library Tour—1/8

submitted by stepkad@augsburg.edu

Staff Senate is hosting a Library Tour and welcomes you to join us!
Learn about what Library services Staff can utilize and more during a tour with Mary Hollerich, Library Director.

Tuesday, January 8
11:30 a.m.–12 p.m. | Lindell Library

Please meet at the Library Circulation Desk on the first floor of Lindell Library. The tour will be followed by an informal “bring your own lunch” gathering in the Commons.

Add to my calendar

Outstanding Staff Awards—Nomination Timeline

submitted by stepkad@augsburg.edu

Nominations for the Outstanding Staff and Newcomer Awards will be accepted from January 9–24. To nominate a colleague you need to complete the nomination form and provide at least two letters of recommendation. The nominees will be notified of their nomination by February 1. Winners are selected by Staff Senate and at least two of last year’s award recipients. Any questions about the Outstanding Staff and Newcomer Awards process please email staffsenate@augsburg.edu.

Learn more about the Outstanding Staff Awards and Staff Appreciation Event

Philips Scholarship: Money for School, Change Your Community

submitted by bouzardg@augsburg.edu

Apply to be a Phillips Scholar!

The Phillips Scholars Program recognizes and rewards private college students who strive to make life better for those with unmet needs. Applicants are challenged to think creatively and become community-service leaders by developing a project to meet an unmet need in Minnesota communities. Phillips Scholars receive scholarships during their junior and senior years, and a stipend to complete a project during the summer between junior and senior year.

This preliminary application is used to select two finalists from Augsburg University who will then develop a full proposal to be submitted to the Minnesota Private College Council for the scholarship. This will include a 5-7 page project proposal, official transcript, and 3 letters of recommendation. Staff members of the Sabo Center will help finalist complete their applications.

You must be a sophomore during the 2018-2019 school year to apply.

Read more about the Phillips Scholarship program here: https://www.mnprivatecolleges.org/giving/our-scholarships/phillips-scholars-program

Preliminary application (see link, below): Wednesday, January 23, 2019, 11:59 p.m.

Full applications will be due February 8, 2019.

Phillips Scholarship Preliminary Application, Due Jan. 23

NASA Space Grant Undergraduate Scholarship for STEM students: deadline Jan. 18, 2019

submitted by dores@augsburg.edu

Students can now apply for the 2018-19 NASA Space Grant Undergraduate Scholarship Program at Augsburg University. This 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 6 scholarships for spring semester, 2019, in the following areas:

1. Emerging Scholarship (Sophomore-Junior). Four 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). Two 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.

Please note that students from traditionally underrepresented groups in science and mathematics fields are especially encouraged to apply. No applicant shall be denied consideration based on race, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, or ability.
Deadline for application: Friday, January 18, 2019.

More information about the scholarship, along with links to the application packets, can be found on the link below. If you need this information in alternative form, please contact STEM programs at stem@augsburg.edu.

NASA SPACE GRANT UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Staff Library Tour—1/8

submitted by stepkad@augsburg.edu

Staff Senate is hosting a Library Tour and welcomes you to join us!
Learn about what Library services Staff can utilize and more during a tour with Mary Hollerich, Library Director.

Tuesday, January 8
11:30 a.m.–12 p.m. | Lindell Library

Please meet at the Library Circulation Desk on the first floor of Lindell Library. The tour will be followed by an informal “bring your own lunch” gathering in the Commons.

Add to my calendar

Phillips Scholarship: Pay for School, Impact Your Community

submitted by bouzardg@augsburg.edu

Apply to be a Phillips Scholar!

The Phillips Scholars Program recognizes and rewards private college students who strive to make life better for those with unmet needs. Applicants are challenged to think creatively and become community-service leaders by developing a project to meet an unmet need in Minnesota communities. Phillips Scholars receive scholarships during their junior and senior years, and a stipend to complete a project during the summer between junior and senior year.

This preliminary application is used to select two finalists from Augsburg University who will then develop a full proposal to be submitted to the Minnesota Private College Council for the scholarship. This will include a 5-7 page project proposal, official transcript, and 3 letters of recommendation. Staff members of the Sabo Center will help finalist complete their applications.

You must be a sophomore during the 2018-2019 school year to apply.

Read more about the Phillips Scholarship program here: https://www.mnprivatecolleges.org/giving/our-scholarships/phillips-scholars-program

Preliminary application (see link, below): Wednesday, January 23, 2019, 11:59 p.m.

Full applications will be due February 8, 2019.

Preliminary Phillips Scholar Application Due January 23

Library Hours for Winter Break

submitted by holleric@augsburg.edu

Lindell Library is closed to the public today, but library services are available on an appointment basis to any member of the Augsburg community. Library staff are onsite and providing service by appointment from 9 AM – 5 PM on the following dates:

Wednesday, December 26
Thursday, December 27
Friday, December 28
Wednesday, January 2
Thursday, January 3
Friday, January 4

To make an appointment, faculty, students or staff may contact us at refdesk@augsburg.edu.

Lindell Library

Murphy Square Submission Deadline Extended

submitted by bensongg@augsburg.edu

The deadline for Murphy Square, Augsburg’s literary and visual arts journal, has been extended to January 13, giving anyone who didn’t have the chance to submit during the school year some extra time over break to submit their work!

We are looking for Augsburg’s best prose (fiction/nonfiction short stories/essays), poetry, and visual art (drawing, painting, etc.). Submit your work now to murphysquare.submittable.com/submit

“Murphy Square” submission deadline extended

submitted by green@augsburg.edu

The submission deadline for Murphy Square has been EXTENDED to January 13, giving everyone the chance to utilize winter break to submit their prose (fiction or nonfiction short stories/essays), poetry, and visual art (drawing, photography, etc.)!

Be sure to take advantage of this if you didn’t have the chance to submit during the semester!

Submit at https://murphysquare.submittable.com/submit !

https://murphysquare.submittable.com/submit

Phillips Scholarship: Pay for school, impact your community, grow as a leader

submitted by bouzardg@augsburg.edu

Apply to be a Phillips Scholar!

The Phillips Scholars Program recognizes and rewards private college students who strive to make life better for those with unmet needs. Applicants are challenged to think creatively and become community-service leaders by developing a project to meet an unmet need in Minnesota communities. Phillips Scholars receive scholarships during their junior and senior years, and a stipend to complete a project during the summer between junior and senior year.

This preliminary application is used to select two finalists from Augsburg University who will then develop a full proposal to be submitted to the Minnesota Private College Council for the scholarship. This will include a 5-7 page project proposal, official transcript, and 3 letters of recommendation. Staff members of the Sabo Center will help finalist complete their applications.

You must be a sophomore during the 2018-2019 school year to apply.

Read more about the Phillips Scholarship program here: https://www.mnprivatecolleges.org/giving/our-scholarships/phillips-scholars-program

Preliminary application (see link, below): Wednesday, January 23, 2019, 11:59 p.m.

Full applications will be due February 8, 2019.

Preliminary Philips Scholarship Application, Due January 23

NASA Space Grant Undergraduate Scholarship for STEM students: deadline Jan. 18, 2019

submitted by dores@augsburg.edu

Students can now apply for the 2018-19 NASA Space Grant Undergraduate Scholarship Program at Augsburg University. This 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 6 scholarships for spring semester, 2019, in the following areas:

1. Emerging Scholarship (Sophomore-Junior). Four 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). Two 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.

Please note that students from traditionally underrepresented groups in science and mathematics fields are especially encouraged to apply. No applicant shall be denied consideration based on race, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, or ability.
Deadline for application: Friday, January 18, 2019.

More information about the scholarship, along with links to the application packets, can be found on the link below. If you need this information in alternative form, please contact STEM programs at stem@augsburg.edu.

NASA Space Grant Undergraduate Scholarship

Library Hours Over Christmas Break

submitted by holleric@augsburg.edu

Lindell Library closes at 5 PM Friday, December 21 and reopens Monday, January 7 at 9 AM. While we are closed to the public during this time, library services are available on an appointment basis to any member of the Augsburg community. Library staff will be onsite and providing service by appointment from 9 AM – 5 PM on the following dates:

Wednesday, December 26
Thursday, December 27
Friday, December 28
Wednesday, January 2
Thursday, January 3
Friday, January 4

To make an appointment, faculty, students or staff may contact us at refdesk@augsburg.edu.

Lindell Library

Spring Metro Transit passes are in

submitted by garvey@augsburg.edu

The Augsburg Bookstore has spring semester Metro Passes available for sale.

The Metro Transit passes are good Jan. 1 – May 31, 2019.
Augsburg University is continuing the subsidy for passes – price is $115.00 (regular price is $165/semester).

Students can put the Spring semester pass on their bookstore account once it is open – please be sure to register your pass online with Metro Transit. If you lose your pass, the replacement cost is $5.00. Otherwise, you’d have to pass the full pass price for a replacement

Go to http://augsburg.bncollege.com/ for Bookstore hours.

Share your Study Abroad/Away Story

submitted by lubegam@augsburg.edu

How was your experience on a Study Abroad or Away Program? Would you like to share your experience and maybe a few photos with your fellow Auggies? Auggies go on programs all over the world on short and long programs–share your story, give advice, or simply give us some feedback on how your program went.

Share your study abroad story here!

Study Abroad this summer

submitted by lubegam@augsburg.edu

Travel and earn credit this summer! Options around the world and the USA to help you get ahead on credits and graduation requirements. Every program fulfills your Augsburg Experience requirement, too! Apply by January 31!

PSYCHOLOGY AND EDUCATION IN SLOVENIA May 12-27, 2019, choose one or two courses: • PSY 205: Culture and Psychology, Fulfills Social & Behavioral Sciences LAF • EDC 490/580: School and Society

ART PERFORMING SOCIAL CHANGE, PUERTO RICO, USA May 13-29, 2019 • THR 295: Art Performing Social Change, fulfills Fine Arts LAF • Scholarships available

SPACE MOUNTAIN: ASTRONOMY IN HAWAII May 13-27, 2019 • PHY101: Astronomy, fulfills Natural Sciences LAF

INNOVATION AND DESIGN IN THE NETHERLANDS: PAST & PRESENT May 18 – June 2, 2019, choose a history & an art course: • HIS 195 Topics: Innovation in the Netherlands, fulfills Humanities Gen Ed, or • HIS 440: upper level elective for history majors • ART 133: Intro to Digital Photography, fulfills Fine Arts Gen Ed • ART 333: Advanced Digital Photography

MUSIC THERAPY IN CHINA July 9-22, 2019, choose one course: • MUS 374 or 475: Practicum • MUS 582: Transcultural Mus. Therapy II • MUS 511: Practicum

LANGUAGE AND CULTURE IN MEXICO Multiple 3-week course blocks, May to August • Spanish classes, beginning to advanced: fulfills Modern Language Gen Ed, or electives for Spanish Majors and Minors • SPA/ART 231: fulfills Fine Arts Gen Ed • Internship and Independent Research opportunities • Scholarships available

MEDICAL SPANISH AND INTERNSHIP June 5 – July 21, 2019 • SPA 206: Spanish for Healthcare Professionals • INS/SPA 399: Internship, Medical Observership • Scholarships available

Learn more and apply online

TODAY – Last Chance – 12 Days of Gratitude

submitted by whitneyr@augsburg.edu

Calling all Auggies!! Share what you are grateful for during 12 Days of Gratitude.

Augsburg’s virtual gratitude jar will be open until the end of the day today, December 21st, for all Auggies to share what they are grateful for–big or small. Statements of gratitude made here will be shared at the start of 2019 through Augsburg Wellbeing (hint, hint: we’re re-branding!). This will give us a moment to reflect on the good, and feel grateful for what was, while looking forward to 2019. Gratitude statements will be shared anonymously unless otherwise requested by the statement writer.

Examples of gratitude statements (obviously, specific to me–yours will look different!): I am grateful for my HR team and all the work they do to support Augsburg.

Augsburg’s Virtual Gratitude Jar

Staff Library Tour—1/8

submitted by stepkad@augsburg.edu

Staff Senate is hosting a Library Tour and welcomes you to join us!
Learn about what Library services Staff can utilize and more during a tour with Mary Hollerich, Library Director.

Tuesday, January 8
11:30 a.m.–12 p.m. | Lindell Library

Please meet at the Library Circulation Desk on the first floor of Lindell Library. The tour will be followed by an informal “bring your own lunch” gathering in the Commons.

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Einstein and Dining Season Hours

submitted by johns184@augsburg.edu

A’viands would like to wish everyone a happy and safe holiday season.

Due to seasonal maintenance, Nabo with be closed for the remainder of the year. We apologize for any inconvenience this might cause.

Einstein Hours of Operation
Closed from 12/22 to 12/25.
Open on 12/26 to 12/28, service hours, 7:30 to 1:30
Closed for the New Year, opening on 1/2.
1/2 to 1/11, service hours, 7:30 to 1:30

The Commons will be closed 12/22 to 1/13, opening on the 13th for dinner from 5 to 7pm.

All locations resume regular hours of service on Monday, 1/14.

If you have any questions, please contact Jeff Johnson, jeff.johnson@aviands.com

Thank you for a terrific year!