submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am for Monday Mysteries and Text. We will engage in a text that is read aloud with time for reflection and prayer. All are welcome.
Author: farrisr
Najeeba Syeed, El-Hibri Shares Her Vocation Story in Chapel on October 25
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Join us on Tuesday October 25th from 11:30 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. in the Hoversten Chapel for the next installment in our Uncovering Vocation series. Najeeba Syeed, our El-Hibri endowed chair and executive director of Augsburg Interfaith Institute, will share her story, “Hate Has No Home Here”. Come and learn more about Najeeba, our community, and how we seek to live our lives for the sake of the neighbor.
Advent Vespers Volunteer Opportunities
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
The 43rd annual Advent Vespers is just around the corner! Be a part of this wonderful event at the start of the Advent season. We will be in person again at Central Lutheran Church and need many volunteers.
Join the processional party by carrying a bell, candle, torch, or banner! There will be a practice on November 29 and an open dress rehearsal on Thursday, December 1 at 8:00 pm in addition to the Advent Vespers services on Friday, December 2 at 7:00 pm and Saturday, December 3 at 2 pm and 5 pm (with a hearty snack between the services). Please sign up today! https://forms.gle/CtDLz82ZWkuz1LkXA
We also need volunteers to usher, assist at the will call office onsite, and other production roles. Sign up on this form: https://forms.gle/B2Nt24fNd2V4i7L2A Please contact Margaret Albers at albersm@augsburg.edu or Janice Dames at dames@augsburg.edu to find out more about volunteering.
Introduction to the Reell Office of Seeing Things Whole
submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu
As Augsburg University supports students to tap into their unique gifts to fulfill their essential purpose through meaningful work, we recognize that organizations have an essential purpose too. The Reell Office of Seeing Things Whole was recently established to support organizations as they carry out their purpose in the world. Through a disciplined process that embraces the organization’s relationships to the larger world, Seeing Things Whole brings together a community of leaders and scholars to analyze and find solutions to critical organizational challenges.
Join us on Wednesday, October 26th at 12:30pm in Oren Gateway 100 to learn more about Seeing Things Whole and our work is to cultivate whole leaders and thriving organizations to positively impact the common good.
Contact Keri Clifton at cliftonk@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1525 with questions.
Undergraduate Art and Literary Magazine Open for Submissions
submitted by cihlar@augsburg.edu
THE TOWER magazine is open for submissions from undergraduates currently enrolled in colleges and universities within the U.S.
Founded in 1952, THE TOWER is an award-winning print annual that publishes the best in poetry, fiction, visual art, and creative nonfiction by undergraduate students. This is the first year we have extended eligibility for submissions to students beyond the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus. We’d love to see work from Augsburg students!
Our open-ended theme for the 2023 edition is Patchwork, which for us connotes crafting, patience, attention, accretion, salvage, repair, diversity, togetherness, endurance—and more! We’d love to see what Patchwork means for you and your work. Submissions are free and online, with a deadline of November 30, 2022. For more information and to upload your work, visit our Submittable page at: https://thetower.submittable.com/submit
Please send any questions to ivory@umn.edu
Memories From Others Screening
submitted by fakuwajm@augsburg.edu
Hello, everyone! My name is Motunrayo and I’m an alumni from Augsburg MFA program. My debut film will be showing at ShowPlace ICON Theatres at the West End 1625 West End Boulevard, Minneapolis, MN, 55416.
DATE: November 4, 2022
First Viewing – 7:00 PM
Second Viewing – 8:30 PM
If you’re are interested in watching to support my craft, I’m offereing $5 off ticket price. Kindly purchase ticket on site on the day off and show their school ID to qualify for discount.
Virtual Shadowing Opportunity for Pre-Physician Assistant Students
submitted by jorenbyb@augsburg.edu
The Augsburg Pre-PA Club (APPAC) is hosting a Virtual Shadowing movie night! Please join us as we hear about the day in the life and review case studies of PA-Cs in various specialties. Pizza and snacks will be provided, so please RSVP on Auggie Life so we know how much to get.
When: Thursday, 10/20, 615-815pm
Where: Hagfors 301
We also have our next General Meeting today, 10/17, at 1035am in Hagfors 106. We will go over the PA school application process timeline, hear from a Navy medical program recruiter, and review upcoming events and volunteer opportunities.
The APPAC is open to the entire student body regardless of whether you have decided on becoming a PA. We hope to see you there!
Branwen
Critical Language Scholarship
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program is
– A fully-funded eight to ten week language and cultural immersion program
– Students receive eight credits of intensive language instruction
– Part of a US State Department initiative to expand the number of Americans studying and mastering foreign languages critical to national security and economic prosperity
– There are 14 languages that applicants can select from. Alumni of the program also receive one year of non-competitive eligibility (NCE) status when applying for federal government jobs
Competitive applicants will need
– To illustrate a commitment to language learning,
– A strong academic record and potential to succeed in a rigorous academic setting
– Ability to adapt to an intensive program and challenging cultural environment.
– Most programs do not require experience studying the selected language. Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Applications are due Tuesday, November 15, 2022 by 8:00 PM EST / 5 PM PST.
The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS. Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 21th
Free Arabic, Russian, or Chinese Language Instruction
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) program now offers CLS Spark. This is a virtual initiative for undergraduate students to lean essential languages for America’s engagement with the world.
As a virtual program, CLS Spark allows students to have an immersive language and cultural experience with international communities. Spark participants will spend approximately 8 weeks during the summer learning either Arabic, Russian, or Chinese through online classes and activities facilitated by native speakers. You do not need to have any prior knowledge of these languages.
– 10 hours of intense live group instruction a week
– Cultural activities and individual consultations
– Monthly professional development workshops and inclusive support
Participants of CLS Spark will receive:
– Language instruction and cultural programming;
– Textbooks and language learning materials
– Language gains certified using the widely-recognized ACTFL OPI (Oral Proficiency Interview) assessment
– Non-competitive eligibility for U.S. government employment for up to three -years after the program completion;
– Academic credit issued through Bryn Mawr College; and
– A stipend towards equipment and connectivity costs (for example, a web camera or microphone).
Applications are due November 15, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS. Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 21th
HOY-Actvidad de Alebrijes en el Centro Multicultural
submitted by hernandi@augsburg.edu
Horario: 10:30am-12:00pm
Cuando: Jueves 13 de Octubre
Donde: Oyate Commons
¡El artista comunitario, Gustavo Boada, estará haciendo alebrejis en el centro multicultural! ¡Ven a aprender, socializar y divertirte!
Benefit and Payroll Forms Due TODAY by Noon
submitted by slater@augsburg.edu
Please submit any benefits and payroll change forms by 12:00pm Today, 10/14 to be processed for the Friday, 10/21 pay date. This includes stipends, and all change forms for benefits, FSA, HSA, retirement, direct deposit and tax withholding forms, for example.
Supervisors: Please approve timesheets by today at 4:30PM.
If you have any questions, please email payroll@augsburg.edu.
Thank you so much!
Your HR and Payroll Team
Free Arabic, Russian, or Chinese Language Instruction
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) program now offers CLS Spark. This is a virtual initiative for undergraduate students to lean essential languages for America’s engagement with the world.
As a virtual program, CLS Spark allows students to have an immersive language and cultural experience with international communities. Spark participants will spend approximately 8 weeks during the summer learning either Arabic, Russian, or Chinese through online classes and activities facilitated by native speakers. You do not need to have any prior knowledge of these languages.
– 10 hours of intense live group instruction a week
– Cultural activities and individual consultations
– Monthly professional development workshops and inclusive support
Participants of CLS Spark will receive:
– Language instruction and cultural programming;
– Textbooks and language learning materials
– Language gains certified using the widely-recognized ACTFL OPI (Oral Proficiency Interview) assessment
– Non-competitive eligibility for U.S. government employment for up to three -years after the program completion;
– Academic credit issued through Bryn Mawr College; and
– A stipend towards equipment and connectivity costs (for example, a web camera or microphone).
Applications are due November 15, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS. Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 21th
Critical Language Scholarship
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program is
– A fully-funded eight to ten week language and cultural immersion program
– Students receive eight credits of intensive language instruction
– Part of a US State Department initiative to expand the number of Americans studying and mastering foreign languages critical to national security and economic prosperity
– There are 14 languages that applicants can select from. Alumni of the program also receive one year of non-competitive eligibility (NCE) status when applying for federal government jobs
Competitive applicants will need
– To illustrate a commitment to language learning,
– A strong academic record and potential to succeed in a rigorous academic setting
– Ability to adapt to an intensive program and challenging cultural environment.
– Most programs do not require experience studying the selected language. Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Applications are due Tuesday, November 15, 2022 by 8:00 PM EST / 5 PM PST.
The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS. Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 21th
October 20 Lunch and Learn MA in Leadership for Augsburg Employees
submitted by davisd2@augsburg.edu
On October 20 Augsburg Staff are invited to bring lunch or grab lunch in The Commons and join us to chat about Augsburg’s own Master of Arts in Leadership program and taking advantage of your employee tuition benefit!
October 20, 2022
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Riverside Room (3rd Floor Christensen Center)
For Augsburg employees
Bring a lunch or grab lunch in the cafeteria and join us in the Riverside Room!
We will go through the benefits of a masters degree, the versatility of this Leadership degree, and how to utilize your Augsburg tuition benefit.
Next General Meeting for the Augsburg Pre-Physician Assistant Club (APPAC)
submitted by jorenbyb@augsburg.edu
The Augsburg Pre-PA Club (APPAC) is having their next meeting on Monday, 10/17 at 1035am in HC106. We will go over the PA school application process timeline, hear from a Navy medical program recruiter, and review upcoming events and volunteer opportunities. The APPAC is open to the entire student body regardless of whether you have decided on becoming a PA.
Please RSVP on Auggie Life, and we hope to see you there!
Branwen
Apply to Be an Orientation Leader
submitted by millerk4@augsburg.edu
Apply to be an Orientation Leader!
Campus Life is now taking applications for the 2023 Orientation Leaders. Applications close November 7th at Noon.
As an Orientation Leader you will work with campus life to facilitate SOAR by leading incoming Auggie’s through their orientation programming.
If interested follow the link and if you have any questions feel free to reach out to orientation@augsburg.edu
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSctfOrt1VpVxBqco21z2izJNsG6PosCIOtITA94DHBX3Lrm6Q/viewform
Participants Needed for Paid Psychology Skill-Building Study (Earn Up to $35)
submitted by schacht5@augsburg.edu
This research study (IRB #: 2022-32-03) is designed to compare two different skill-building training programs that may help college students develop adjustment-related skills. You are eligible to participate if you are a current Augsburg undergraduate student.
If you decide to participate, you will be asked to come to our Augsburg Psychology
research laboratory for 4 sessions over the course of one month. The sessions include an initial orientation meeting and three sessions focused on one of two skills-building programs (you will be randomly assigned to one of the two–like a flip of a coin). Both programs involve mini-informational videos as well as experiential activities for you to
complete. We will also have you complete a few personality measures. You will be assigned a peer coach who will work with you as progress through the study and guide you through the study components. Each of the sessions will last approximately 30 to 45 minutes. Finally, we will check in one last time 3-months after the study is over for a brief online survey.
Participants will receive up to $35 for their participation. $5 for each of the first three sessions, and $10 for both the fourth session and the 3 month follow-up. Alternatively, Augsburg University Psychology students will receive up to $25 and 4 research credits.
To participate, please complete this participant inquiry form: https://tinyurl.com/Skill-Building
The researchers conducting this study are part of the Identity and Well-being Research Lab at Augsburg University (iwellLab@augsburg.edu or 612-656-6560), directed by Dr. Alex Ajayi, Assistant Professor of Psychology (E-mail: ajayi@augsburg.edu, Phone: 612-330-1146). If you have questions or concerns, you may contact us via the emails and phone numbers specified above.
Please consider forwarding this to other individuals who may meet the criteria for participation. Thank you for your consideration!
Chipotle Fundraiser October 18
submitted by olsenkat@augsburg.edu
One for you and one for us! Place an order at the Minneapolis Chipotle on October 18th between 4-8pm and Chipotle will donate a portion of the proceed to help the Augsburg PA Program’s current cohorts!
Check out or share our flyer here:
MN Urban Debate League Seeks In-Person Volunteers
submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu
The MNUDL is a program of Augsburg University. We provide academic competitive debate programming to Twin Cities middle and high school students. Our goal is to ensure all Minnesota students to have access to debate, a powerful and transformative activity that improves academic outcomes, students’ confidence, and transferable skills like public speaking.
We’ve had a great response to our virtual tournament judging opportunities- all shifts are filled but Friday, December 9th! We still have multiple upcoming opportunities to judge debates IN PERSON in the Twin Cities!
We’re looking for judges for the following dates & locations:
• Sat. October 29: Roseville Area High School (feel free to join the Rosebowl tradition and wear a Halloween costume!)
• Sat. November 12: Highland Park
• Sat. November 19: University of Minnesota
• Sat. December 10: Twin Cities Metro location TBA
No debate experience is required. We will train you ahead of the tournament. We’re seeking caring adults who want to help students improve their skills. Judges must be able to pass a background check.
Want to volunteer with a large group? Email froehlic@augsburg.edu to coordinate.
Please learn more and sign up here! https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/volunteer-opportunities/
Feeling Spooky About Midterms? Use TutorMe
submitted by trancc@augsburg.edu
Students – don’t forget about TutorMe! It is available to Augsburg students 24/7 and offers tutoring in over 300 subjects from qualified tutors. Students are able to use 3 hours a week; 3 one hour sessions or 6 thirty-minute sessions. You can access TutorMe through any of your Moodle classes. At the top left of your screen there is an orange tab to see the side panel of resources. As you scroll down, you will see the “Augsburg Tools” section and underneath is the link to TutorMe. For more information on other tutoring and academic skills options, please click “Tutoring & Academic Skills Information”.
Augsburg Youth Theology Institute Student Leadership Position
submitted by runcks@augsburg.edu
Interested in helping young people? AYTI offers young people a chance to connect with others. This program is an annual week long summer program for high school students (9th-12th grades). AYTI practices place-based vocational discernment connected to a specific theme. Participants engage in daily reflection with a theology, community based learning, small group relationship building, and worship.
Interviews will be on November 12, 2022.
Faculty and Staff of Color Afterwork Gathering
submitted by lohmannm@augsburg.edu
There will be an Augsburg Faculty and Staff of Color Afterwork Gathering on Thursday, October 27 at 4:00–5:30 p.m. at Town Hall Brewery in Seven Corners. This gathering is an opportunity for BIPOC faculty and staff to gather and build community in an informal setting.
To be added to the Google calendar invite for this event, please email inclusion@augsburg.edu.
Hope to see you there!
Chapel: Bishop Olav Fyske Tveita
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Join us in Hoversten Chapel today at 10:40 am as we welcome Bishop Olav Fyske Tveita, a Norwegian Lutheran theologian and bishop, and the current Preses of the Bishops’ Conference of the Church of Norway.
Advent Vespers Volunteer Opportunities
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
The 43rd annual Advent Vespers is just around the corner! Be a part of this wonderful event at the start of the Advent season. We will be in person again at Central Lutheran Church and need many volunteers.
Join the processional party by carrying a bell, candle, torch, or banner! There will be a practice on November 29 and an open dress rehearsal on Thursday, December 1 at 8:00 pm in addition to the Advent Vespers services on Friday, December 2 at 7:00 pm and Saturday, December 3 at 2 pm and 5 pm (with a hearty snack between the services). Please sign up today! https://forms.gle/CtDLz82ZWkuz1LkXA
We also need volunteers to usher, assist at the will call office onsite, and other production roles. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/B2Nt24fNd2V4i7L2A Please contact Margaret Albers at albersm@augsburg.edu or Janice Dames at dames@augsburg.edu to find out more about volunteering.
Alebrije Making in the Oyate Commons
submitted by hernandi@augsburg.edu
When: Friday, October 14th
Where: Oyate Commons
Time: 11:30am-1:00pm
What: Come support community artist, Gustavo Boada in painting Alebrijes! Any help is greatly ✨appreciated!✨
The Alebrije created will be used for a bike ride across the Phillips and East Lake Street neighborhoods on October 29th, 5:00pm-7:00pm (All are welcome to attend!)
What is an alebrije? Alebrije History as a recent Mexican folk art tradition.
Chapel: Nadine Miller ’23
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Join us in Hoversten Chapel today at 11:30 am to hear Nadine Miller give her senior chapel. Nadine is an Augsburg University Student Ministry leader and is finishing her studies at the end of the semester.
Participants Needed for Paid Psychology Skill-Building Study (Earn Up to $35)
submitted by schacht5@augsburg.edu
This research study (IRB #: 2022-32-03) is designed to compare two different skill-building training programs that may help college students develop adjustment-related skills. You are eligible to participate if you are a current Augsburg undergraduate student.
If you decide to participate, you will be asked to come to our Augsburg Psychology
research laboratory for 4 sessions over the course of one month. The sessions include an initial orientation meeting and three sessions focused on one of two skills-building programs (you will be randomly assigned to one of the two–like a flip of a coin). Both programs involve mini-informational videos as well as experiential activities for you to
complete. We will also have you complete a few personality measures. You will be assigned a peer coach who will work with you as progress through the study and guide you through the study components. Each of the sessions will last approximately 30 to 45 minutes. Finally, we will check in one last time 3-months after the study is over for a brief online survey.
Participants will receive up to $35 for their participation. $5 for each of the first three sessions, and $10 for both the fourth session and the 3 month follow-up. Alternatively, Augsburg University Psychology students will receive up to $25 and 4 research credits.
To participate, please complete this participant inquiry form: https://tinyurl.com/Skill-Building
The researchers conducting this study are part of the Identity and Well-being Research
lab at Augsburg University (iwellLab@augsburg.edu or 612-656-6560), directed by Dr.
Alex Ajayi, Assistant Professor of Psychology (E-mail: ajayi@augsburg.edu, Phone:
612-330-1146). If you have questions or concerns, you may contact us via the emails and phone numbers specified above.
Please consider forwarding this to other individuals who may meet the criteria for participation. Thank you for your consideration!
Advent Vespers Volunteer Opportunities
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
The 43rd annual Advent Vespers is just around the corner! Be a part of this wonderful event at the start of the Advent season. We will be in person again at Central Lutheran Church and need many volunteers.
Join the processional party by carrying a bell, candle, torch, or banner! There will be a practice on November 29 and an open dress rehearsal on Thursday, December 1 at 8:00 pm in addition to the Advent Vespers services on Friday, December 2 at 7:00 pm and Saturday, December 3 at 2 pm and 5 pm (with a hearty snack between the services). Please sign up today! Vespers Processional Sign Up.
We also need volunteers to usher, assist at the will call office onsite, and other production roles. Production Roles Sign Up. Please contact Margaret Albers at albersm@augsburg.edu or Janice Dames at dames@augsburg.edu to find out more about volunteering.
Benefit and Payroll Forms Due Friday by Noon
submitted by slater@augsburg.edu
Please submit any benefits and payroll change forms by 12:00pm Friday 10/14 to be processed for the Friday, 10/21 pay date. This includes stipends, and all change forms for benefits, FSA, HSA, retirement, direct deposit and tax withholding forms.
Upcoming Holiday – November 8
submitted by slater@augsburg.edu
Please note that November 8, Election Day, is a University holiday and the Human Resources office will be closed.
Faculty and Staff of Color Afterwork Gathering
submitted by lohmannm@augsburg.edu
There will be an Augsburg Faculty and Staff of Color Afterwork Gathering on Thursday, October 27 at 4:00–5:30 p.m. at Town Hall Brewery in Seven Corners. This gathering is an opportunity for BIPOC faculty and staff to gather and build community in an informal setting.
To be added to the Google calendar invite for this event, please email inclusion@augsburg.edu.
Hope to see you there!
MN Urban Debate League Seeks In-Person Volunteers
submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu
The MNUDL is a program of Augsburg University. We provide academic competitive debate programming to Twin Cities middle and high school students. Our goal is to ensure all Minnesota students to have access to debate, a powerful and transformative activity that improves academic outcomes, students’ confidence, and transferable skills like public speaking.
We’ve had a great response to our virtual tournament judging opportunities- all shifts are filled but Friday, December 9th! We still have multiple upcoming opportunities to judge debates IN PERSON in the Twin Cities!
We’re looking for judges for the following dates & locations:
• Sat. October 29: Roseville Area High School (feel free to join the Rosebowl tradition and wear a Halloween costume!)
• Sat. November 12: Highland Park
• Sat. November 19: University of Minnesota
• Sat. December 10: Twin Cities Metro location TBA
No debate experience is required. We will train you ahead of the tournament. We’re seeking caring adults who want to help students improve their skills. Judges must be able to pass a background check.
Want to volunteer with a large group? Email froehlic@augsburg.edu to coordinate.
Please learn more and sign up here! https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/volunteer-opportunities/
Admissions Event: Auggie Preview Day Open House
submitted by dufaultb@augsburg.edu
Campus community, on Thursday October 20th and Friday October 21st, the office of Undergraduate Admissions will be hosting our open house events each day. Minnesota students have those days off for MEA, so this is a great time to have them visit.
If you see any future Auggies and their families around campus, feel free to extend a warm welcome!
Feeling Spooky About Midterms? Use TutorMe
submitted by trancc@augsburg.edu
Students – don’t forget about TutorMe! It is available to Augsburg students 24/7 and offers tutoring in over 300 subjects from qualified tutors. Students are able to use 3 hours a week; 3 one hour sessions or 6 thirty-minute sessions. You can access TutorMe through any of your Moodle classes. At the top left of your screen there is an orange tab to see the side panel of resources. As you scroll down, you will see the “Augsburg Tools” section and underneath is the link to TutorMe. For more information on other tutoring and academic skills options, please click “Tutoring & Academic Skills Information”.
Community Visioning: Monthly Dialogue Series
submitted by gomezos@augsburg.edu
The Monthly Dialogues are a series of intentional conversation spaces for Augsburg Students, hosted by Multicultural Life. We recognize that students face plenty of ongoing challenges during their time at Augsburg and want to facilitate a safe and comfortable space to discuss these issues.
Join us this month’s dialogue Community Visioning as we have a discussion around mutual aid (guided by Dean Spade’s book “Mutual Aid: Building Solidarity During This Crisis (And the Next)”), what our community needs from one another, and a visioning activity. This will be in the Marshall room, October 20th 2022 from 3-4pm. Hope to see you there!
October 20 Lunch and Learn MA in Leadership for Augsburg Employees
submitted by davisd2@augsburg.edu
On October 20 Augsburg Staff are invited to bring lunch or grab lunch in The Commons and join us to chat about Augsburg’s own Master of Arts in Leadership program and taking advantage of your employee tuition benefit!
October 20, 2022
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Riverside Room (3rd Floor Christensen Center)
For Augsburg employees
Bring a lunch or grab lunch in the cafeteria and join us in the Riverside Room!
We will go through the benefits of a masters degree, the versatility of this Leadership degree, and how to utilize your Augsburg tuition benefit.
Indigenous Book Club – November 7
submitted by allang@augsburg.edu
For Native American Heritage Month, American Indian Student Services is sponsoring an Indigenous Book club where we will read A History of Kindness by Linda Hogan. Poems from Linda Hogan explore new and old ways of experiencing the vagaries of the body and existing in harmony with earth’s living beings. Throughout this clear-eyed collection, Hogan tenderly excavates how history instructs the present, and envisions a future alive with hope for a healthy and sustainable world that now wavers between loss and survival. We will meet on Monday, Nov. 7th from 5pm-7pm to discuss the book and have dinner. RSVP is limited to 20 people. Students, staff, and faculty are welcome to participate. You will receive the book after you RSVP. Please direct any questions to aiss@augsburg.edu.
Ordering Packages
submitted by longj@augsburg.edu
As companies like Amazon and Target have switched to using flex drivers to deliver their packages we seeing packages delivered all over campus instead of to the Shipping/Receiving Department. We have been trying to fix the issue of packages being left in random places around campus. If you see a package delivered to someplace other then Shipping/Receiving please let us know or bring it in so we can get it to the correct person.
To help the flex drivers find the correct building please use the Christensen Center’s building address when ordering instead of the general campus address. Please make sure you have your full name on the order.
Your Name
720 22nd Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55454
Thank you for your help in this matter.
Education Minnesota “Degrees, Not Debt” Today, 5pm
submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu
Thursday, October 13, 5 to 6 pm, Sverdrup 2.
Education Minnesota will be on campus to help you learn about your student debt forgiveness options — including the latest on President Biden’s debt relief announcement of up to $20,000 — in their “Degrees, Not Debt” seminar.
Student debt is no longer just a burden—it’s become a barrier to the American Dream. Minnesota ranks fifth in the nation for student debt, with the average student debt load at $30,894 for state college students. Education Minnesota, the state teachers’ union, wants to help relieve your debt burden and make college more affordable and accessible to all. This is particularly important for our public schools. If teaching becomes an unaffordable profession, it will become even more difficult to attract and retain high-quality educators.
Next General Meeting for the Augsburg Pre-Physician Assistant Club (APPAC)
submitted by jorenbyb@augsburg.edu
The Augsburg Pre-PA Club (APPAC) is having their next meeting on Monday, 10/17 at 1035am in HC106. We will go over the PA school application process timeline, hear from a Navy medical program recruiter, and review upcoming events and volunteer opportunities. The APPAC is open to the entire student body regardless of whether you have decided on becoming a PA.
Please RSVP on Auggie Life, and we hope to see you there!
Branwen
Critical Language Scholarship
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program is
– A fully-funded eight to ten week language and cultural immersion program
– Students receive eight credits of intensive language instruction
– Part of a US State Department initiative to expand the number of Americans studying and mastering foreign languages critical to national security and economic prosperity
– There are 14 languages that applicants can select from. Alumni of the program also receive one year of non-competitive eligibility (NCE) status when applying for federal government jobs
Competitive applicants will need
– To illustrate a commitment to language learning,
– A strong academic record and potential to succeed in a rigorous academic setting
– Ability to adapt to an intensive program and challenging cultural environment.
– Most programs do not require experience studying the selected language. Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Applications are due Tuesday, November 15, 2022 by 8:00 PM EST / 5 PM PST.
The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS. Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 21th
Free Arabic, Russian, or Chinese Language Instruction
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) program now offers CLS Spark. This is a virtual initiative for undergraduate students to lean essential languages for America’s engagement with the world.
As a virtual program, CLS Spark allows students to have an immersive language and cultural experience with international communities. Spark participants will spend approximately 8 weeks during the summer learning either Arabic, Russian, or Chinese through online classes and activities facilitated by native speakers. You do not need to have any prior knowledge of these languages.
– 10 hours of intense live group instruction a week
– Cultural activities and individual consultations
– Monthly professional development workshops and inclusive support
Participants of CLS Spark will receive:
– Language instruction and cultural programming;
– Textbooks and language learning materials
– Language gains certified using the widely-recognized ACTFL OPI (Oral Proficiency Interview) assessment
– Non-competitive eligibility for U.S. government employment for up to three -years after the program completion;
– Academic credit issued through Bryn Mawr College; and
– A stipend towards equipment and connectivity costs (for example, a web camera or microphone).
Applications are due November 15, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS. Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 21th
TODAY – Open House: Communication Studies, Film, and New Media Department
submitted by rjohnson@augsburg.edu
Hello Everyone,
Today, the Communication Studies, Film, and New Media Department (CFN) will be hosting an Open House 12p-2p! We invite all interested students to attend! Snacks will be provided! We will also have a photographer present to snap professional profile photos for students to update their LinkedIn and other social media profiles. We hope to see you there!
October 13th, 12p-2p in Foss Atrium
November 1: Study Abroad and Away Deadlines
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Don’t let your Study Abroad & Away Application fall behind. Keep track of these deadlines and get in touch if you have questions!
NOVEMBER 1:
Augsburg spring semester CGEE Study Centers in Latin America, Northern Ireland, and Namibia & South Africa.
Spring Break Programs (to Guatemala or Los Angeles)
Contact the study abroad office with any questions about the programs or your application progress: abroad@augsburg.edu
Spring Break in Guatemala or Los Angeles: Study Away Courses
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Short-term study abroad & away in Spring 2023 is a great way to earn credits and get off-campus! All programs fulfill the Augsburg Experience requirement.
Apply to take a class in one of the following programs in spring semester, and spend your spring break somewhere totally different than the Twin Cities!.
PICTURING AMERICA: RACE, GENDER, & HOLLYWOOD
• Spring Break travel to Los Angeles, CA
• WST 220: Topics: Race, Gender and Hollywood – fulfills a Humanities requirement
FAITH, VOCATION, & SOCIAL CHANGE IN GUATEMALA
• Spring break travel to Guatemala
Course:
• RLN 409 (fulfills Search for Meaning II) or
• RLN 480 – KEYSTONE credit for some majors
Got questions? Get in touch: abroad@augsburg.edu
Follow the Study Abroad and Away Office On Instagram
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
The Study Abroad and Away Office is on Instagram! Follow us for student takeovers, program updates, and more!
Follow us: @global_auggies
Faculty: Propose an Off-Campus Course With CGEE
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
CGEE is accepting proposals for off-campus courses offered in AY 23-24 (winter break, spring break, or summer ’24). Any course with an off-campus, overnight experience must submit a program proposal.
Proposal Deadline: November 1
Graduate and Nursing program chairs/directors: Please contact Peggy Johnson (johnsop2@augsburg.edu) to discuss your off-campus course plans and proposals
Undergraduate course proposals: contact Maren Stoddard Mack, stoddard@augsburg.edu with questions.
Intern and Study in Northern Ireland This Spring – Free Airfare
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Spend your spring semester in Northern Ireland!
This semester-long program is an investigation of a society’s transition from violent conflict to sustainable democracy, a transition that continues to be a fragile and difficult process. On this semester program you will complete an internship – a stellar addition to your resume for post-college job hunting! – in a setting that focuses on one or more of the key themes: Diversity and Inclusion; Equality and Social Justice; Democracy and Active Participation; Human Rights and Social Responsibility.
In addition to your unique internship, you will:
Complete a full 16 credits of Augsburg University credit
Travel the country on included excursions embedded in the semester
Live at Ulster University’s Magee Campus, alongside other international and Irish students
Enjoy the charming city of Derry-Londonderry, an historic and vibrant city in the north west Northern Ireland
Receive an automatic cgee travel grant of $1,500 off your tuition
Receive free airfare (spring 2023 program only)
Complete your Augsburg Experience requirement
Graduate and Nursing program chairs/directors: Please contact Peggy Johnson (johnsop2@augsburg.edu) to discuss your off-campus course plans and proposals
Application Deadline: November 1
Voter Engagement Workshop Today
submitted by tarisl@augsburg.edu
Join the Sabo Center & LEAD Fellows Program this Wednesday at 5pm in the Marshall Room (Christensen) to learn more about upcoming elections in Minneapolis. We will talk about ways to register, where to vote, what’s on the ballot, and how you can get involved in helping inform campus on how to vote.
Fortnite Duo Needed
submitted by phommavj@augsburg.edu
Hello, I am looking for a duo partner to play in an amateur Fortnite competition with me! For a chance to win $10,000. Not the best at the game but think it would be fun to take a shot at the grand prize! Please email me at phommavj@augsburg.edu so I can sign us both up before the deadline.
Participants Needed for Paid Psychology Skill-Building Study (Earn Up to $35)
submitted by schacht5@augsburg.edu
This research study (IRB #: 2022-32-03) is designed to compare two different skill-building training programs that may help college students develop adjustment-related skills. You are eligible to participate if you are a current Augsburg undergraduate student.
If you decide to participate, you will be asked to come to our Augsburg Psychology
research laboratory for 4 sessions over the course of one month. The sessions include an initial orientation meeting and three sessions focused on one of two skills-building programs (you will be randomly assigned to one of the two–like a flip of a coin). Both programs involve mini-informational videos as well as experiential activities for you to
complete. We will also have you complete a few personality measures. You will be assigned a peer coach who will work with you as progress through the study and guide you through the study components. Each of the sessions will last approximately 30 to 45 minutes. Finally, we will check in one last time 3-months after the study is over for a brief online survey.
Participants will receive up to $35 for their participation. $5 for each of the first three sessions, and $10 for both the fourth session and the 3 month follow-up. Alternatively, Augsburg University Psychology students will receive up to $25 and 4 research credits.
To participate, please complete this participant inquiry form: https://tinyurl.com/Skill-Building
The researchers conducting this study are part of the Identity and Well-being Research
lab at Augsburg University (iwellLab@augsburg.edu or 612-656-6560), directed by Dr.
Alex Ajayi, Assistant Professor of Psychology (E-mail: ajayi@augsburg.edu, Phone:
612-330-1146). If you have questions or concerns, you may contact us via the emails and phone numbers specified above.
Please consider forwarding this to other individuals who may meet the criteria for participation. Thank you for your consideration!
Come to the Writing Center or Invite Us to Visit Your Class
submitted by forsthj@augsburg.edu
The Writing Center Is Open!
Our hours are:
In the Lindell Library in person (drop-in only): Sunday 4-8pm and Monday- Thursday 2-8pm
Online (appointment needed): Sunday-Thursday 6-8pm
For more information, please visit our website.
We look forward to seeing you!
Please use this form https://forms.gle/TXEbe8jJWAGSJp5f8 to let us know that you would like a Writing Center tutor to visit your class. A tutor (or the Director) will talk about why a student might want to visit the Writing Center, describe what happens in a tutoring session, and share information about our hours and location.
Class visits last for 5-10 minutes and are usually scheduled at the beginning of a class period. If you complete this form, we will email you to confirm the date and time of the visit.
Thank you for inviting a tutor into your classroom! We look forward to seeing your students at the Writing Center and hope we we can help them become more confident writers this semester.
Open House: Communication Studies, Film, and New Media Department
submitted by rjohnson@augsburg.edu
Hello Everyone,
The Communication Studies, Film, and New Media Department (CFN) will be hosting an Open House October 13th, 12p-2p! We invite all interested students to attend! Snacks will be provided! We will also have a photographer present to snap professional profile photos for students to update their LinkedIn and other social media profiles. We hope to see you there!
October 13th, 12p-2p in Foss Atrium
Pan-Afrikan Student Services Presents Braid With M.K. Plaits
submitted by mitche13@augsburg.edu
The care and upkeep of black hair is so important. It creates a community with every two strand twists, braid and loc. Please join M.K. as she teaches us to perfect an art that we are already familiar with. Participation during the class is encouraged as we learn to love and manage our hair.
When
Thursday Oct 20, 2022 ⋅ 5:30pm – 6:30pm (Central Time – Chicago)
Location: Augsburg Room( Upstairs in Christensen Center)
For any accommodation needs, please contact Pan-Afrikan Student Services at burrowsk@augsburg.edu
The Black Circle Series: Microaggressions in Higher Education
submitted by mitche13@augsburg.edu
In this circle talk series, we will be discussing different topics regarding the student body, specifically black-identifying students. This is a new dialogue series, so please come and show your support! Stay tuned as they will happen once a month during the fall and spring semesters.
Prepare to engage and collaborate with others as we find ways to uplift members of our Augsburg community.
When: Tuesday, October 25, 5:30 – 7:30pm
Location: Augsburg Room( Upstairs in Christensen Center)
For any accommodation needs, please contact Pan-Afrikan Student Services at burrowsk@augsburg.edu
Education Minnesota, “Degrees, Not Debt,” Thursday 5pm
submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu
Thursday, October 13, 5 to 6 pm, Sverdrup 2.
Education Minnesota will be on campus to help you learn about your student debt forgiveness options — including the latest on President Biden’s debt relief announcement of up to $20,000 — in their “Degrees, Not Debt” seminar.
Student debt is no longer just a burden—it’s become a barrier to the American Dream. Minnesota ranks fifth in the nation for student debt, with the average student debt load at $30,894 for state college students. Education Minnesota, the state teachers’ union, wants to help relieve your debt burden and make college more affordable and accessible to all. This is particularly important for our public schools. If teaching becomes an unaffordable profession, it will become even more difficult to attract and retain high-quality educators.
Feeling Spooky About Midterms? Use TutorMe
submitted by trancc@augsburg.edu
Students – don’t forget about TutorMe! It is available to Augsburg students 24/7 and offers tutoring in over 300 subjects from qualified tutors. Students are able to use 3 hours a week; 3 one hour sessions or 6 thirty-minute sessions. You can access TutorMe through any of your Moodle classes. At the top left of your screen there is an orange tab to see the side panel of resources. As you scroll down, you will see the “Augsburg Tools” section and underneath is the link to TutorMe. For more information on other tutoring and academic skills options, please click “Tutoring & Academic Skills Information”.
Benefit and Payroll Forms Due Friday by Noon
submitted by slater@augsburg.edu
Please submit any benefits and payroll change forms by 12:00pm Friday 10/14 to be processed for the Friday, 10/21 pay date. This includes stipends, and all change forms for benefits, FSA, HSA, retirement, direct deposit and tax withholding forms.
TriBeta Meeting TODAY
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
Join Augsburg chapter of TriBeta for a group meeting today during chapel in Hagfors 403!
We will be planning some events and have a fun little biology crossword puzzle.
This is open to anyone interested, and you do not need to be a national society member to attend!
October 20 Lunch and Learn MA in Leadership for Augsburg Employees
submitted by davisd2@augsburg.edu
On October 20 Augsburg Staff are invited to bring lunch or grab lunch in The Commons and join us to chat about Augsburg’s own Master of Arts in Leadership program and taking advantage of your employee tuition benefit!
October 20, 2022
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Riverside Room (3rd Floor Christensen Center)
For Augsburg employees
Bring a lunch or grab lunch in the cafeteria and join us in the Riverside Room!
We will go through the benefits of a masters degree, the versatility of this Leadership degree, and how to utilize your Augsburg tuition benefit.
Critical Language Scholarship
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program is
– A fully-funded eight to ten week language and cultural immersion program
– Students receive eight credits of intensive language instruction
– Part of a US State Department initiative to expand the number of Americans studying and mastering foreign languages critical to national security and economic prosperity
– There are 14 languages that applicants can select from. Alumni of the program also receive one year of non-competitive eligibility (NCE) status when applying for federal government jobs
Competitive applicants will need
– To illustrate a commitment to language learning,
– A strong academic record and potential to succeed in a rigorous academic setting
– Ability to adapt to an intensive program and challenging cultural environment.
– Most programs do not require experience studying the selected language. Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Applications are due Tuesday, November 15, 2022 by 8:00 PM EST / 5 PM PST.
The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS. Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 21th
Free Arabic, Russian, or Chinese Language Instruction
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) program now offers CLS Spark. This is a virtual initiative for undergraduate students to lean essential languages for America’s engagement with the world.
As a virtual program, CLS Spark allows students to have an immersive language and cultural experience with international communities. Spark participants will spend approximately 8 weeks during the summer learning either Arabic, Russian, or Chinese through online classes and activities facilitated by native speakers. You do not need to have any prior knowledge of these languages.
– 10 hours of intense live group instruction a week
– Cultural activities and individual consultations
– Monthly professional development workshops and inclusive support
Participants of CLS Spark will receive:
– Language instruction and cultural programming;
– Textbooks and language learning materials
– Language gains certified using the widely-recognized ACTFL OPI (Oral Proficiency Interview) assessment
– Non-competitive eligibility for U.S. government employment for up to three -years after the program completion;
– Academic credit issued through Bryn Mawr College; and
– A stipend towards equipment and connectivity costs (for example, a web camera or microphone).
Applications are due November 15, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS. Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 21th
Chapel: MSA Board
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Join us in Hoveresten Chapel today at 10:40 am as we welcome the Muslim Student Association board members to share about about themselves and their faith in interfaith chapel.
Faculty and Staff of Color Afterwork Gathering
submitted by lohmannm@augsburg.edu
There will be an Augsburg Faculty and Staff of Color Afterwork Gathering on Thursday, October 27 at 4:00–5:30 p.m. at Town Hall Brewery in Seven Corners. This gathering is an opportunity for BIPOC faculty and staff to gather and build community in an informal setting.
To be added to the Google calendar invite for this event, please email inclusion@augsburg.edu.
Hope to see you there!
Need Fine Arts and Augsburg Experience? You’re in Luck
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Do something different this summer–explore a new region of Minnesota! Join the summer course to earn your Fine Arts credit *and* Augsburg Experience!
IMMIGRATION STORIES & COMMUNITY BUILDING IN RURAL MINNESOTA
Evening Course Meetings: Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00-9:00pm, for 4 weeks beginning May 9 and ending June 3.
Travel: This course will travel to Walnut Grove, Minnesota for 2 short residencies:
Tuesday, May 23 – Friday, May 26
Thursday, June 1- Saturday, June 3, including a public showing in Walnut Grove on June 2
Course choices:
THR 295 – Topics in Theater, fulfills Fine Arts requirement
SOC 495 – elective for sociology majors or minors
INS 292 — 2 credit optional add-n for students wishing to take additional credits in summer
Changing demographics, especially in rural communities, provide both challenges and opportunities for building strong and equity-minded communities. This course explores these challenges and opportunities with the goal of building community ties as well as connections between Augsburg University students and the residents of Walnut Grove, Minnesota.
While in Walnut Grove, you will meet with community members and conduct interviews to learn more about the residents of the community and their history. Research, stories, and data will be collected and used as material to create a public presentation at the end of the class.
This is a great opportunity to earn credits in a new, dynamic way during summer, without interfering with work schedules, and other summer commitments!
Check the website below for more info and start an application!
Short Study Abroad/Away Courses – Earn Credit Off Campus On Spring or Summer Break
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Short-term study abroad & away in Spring or Summer 2023 is a great way to earn credits and get off-campus! All programs fulfill the Augsburg Experience requirement:
PICTURING AMERICA: RACE, GENDER, & HOLLYWOOD
• Spring Break travel to Los Angeles, CA
• WST 220: Topics: Race, Gender and Hollywood – fulfills a Humanities requirement
FAITH, VOCATION, & SOCIAL CHANGE IN GUATEMALA
• Spring break travel to Guatemala
• Course: RLN 409 (fulfills Search for Meaning II) or RLN 480 – Keystone credit for some majors
ANOTHER FUTURE IS POSSIBLE: SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS in ROTTERDAM & AMSTERDAM
• travel in May 17-31, 2023
• 2 courses. ENL + SOC/URB :
•ENL 280: Genres: Speculative Fiction (4 credits), Humanities LAF
•SOC/URB 111: City Life: Intro to Urban Sociology (4 credits), SBS LAF, or
•SOC/URB 295: Sustainable Solutions in The Netherlands (4 credits), elective
IMMIGRATION STORIES & COMMUNITY BUILDING IN RURAL MN
•Summer 2023 Term 1, travel to Walnut Grove, MN
•Choose 1 course, with optional INS add on:
•SOC 495 – Sociology topics elective or
•THR 295 -Topics in Theater – LAF Fine Arts
•INS 292 – 2 credits – optional
SCIENCE & RELIGION IN GERMANY
• Travel in May 2023
•Choose 1 science course and/or the religion course:
•CHM 102 with Lab: fulfills Science w/ Lab (does not count toward Chm major or minor)
•SCI 490: Integrated Science Keystone Integrated Science
•RLN 205: Topics in Religion – may fulfill Search for Meaning II or Humanities LAF
MONEY, BANKING, & INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN GERMANY
• Travel in May 2023
•Choose 1 course:
•ECO 315: Money and Banking
•BUS 362: International Business
AUGSBURG in MEXICO
• Spanish language courses: beginner to advanced levels, as well as specialty courses in Medical Spanish and Spanish for Ministry
• 4 study sessions in summer – choose the one (or more!) that works for you
Got questions? Get in touch: abroad@augsburg.edu
Stop by the Study Abroad and Away Table TODAY 11:30-1:30pm
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Stop by the Study Abroad and Away Table today in Christensen Center from 11:30am to 1:30pm.
We are available to answer your questions about study abroad/away, check in on your application, or give you some information to get started.
Study Abroad & Away opportunities are for all Auggies–with programs ranging in length from 1 week to a semester or year, international locations as well as destinations in the USA, and courses to fit any major.
Every Study Abroad & Away program fulfills your Augsburg Experience requirement, too!
Stop by today for more info!
Faculty: Propose an Off-Campus Course With CGEE
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
CGEE is accepting proposals for off-campus courses offered in AY 23-24 (winter break, spring break, or summer ’24). Any course with an off-campus, overnight experience must submit a program proposal.
Proposal Deadline: November 1
Graduate and Nursing program chairs/directors: Please contact Peggy Johnson (johnsop2@augsburg.edu) to discuss your off-campus course plans and proposals
Undergraduate course proposals: contact Maren Stoddard Mack, stoddard@augsburg.edu with questions.
Intern and Study in Northern Ireland This Spring – Free Airfare
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Spend your spring semester in Northern Ireland!
This semester-long program is an investigation of a society’s transition from violent conflict to sustainable democracy, a transition that continues to be a fragile and difficult process. On this semester program you will complete an internship – a stellar addition to your resume for post-college job hunting! – in a setting that focuses on one or more of the key themes: Diversity and Inclusion; Equality and Social Justice; Democracy and Active Participation; Human Rights and Social Responsibility.
In addition to your unique internship, you will:
Complete a full 16 credits of Augsburg University credit
Travel the country on included excursions embedded in the semester
Live at Ulster University’s Magee Campus, alongside other international and Irish students
Enjoy the charming city of Derry-Londonderry, an historic and vibrant city in the north west Northern Ireland
Receive an automatic cgee travel grant of $1,500 off your tuition
Receive free airfare (spring 2023 program only)
Complete your Augsburg Experience requirement
Graduate and Nursing program chairs/directors: Please contact Peggy Johnson (johnsop2@augsburg.edu) to discuss your off-campus course plans and proposals
Application Deadline: November 1
Hmong Women Together’s Hmong New Year Performance Interest Form
submitted by xiongss8@augsburg.edu
Date: Friday, November 18th
Time: 5pm-9pm
Location: Hoversten Chapel
Hmong Women Together is hosting their second annual Hmong New Year at Augsburg, and we are looking for performers! More information and guidelines are stated on the form. If you are interested in performing, please fill out the form to let us know. Once you have done that, we will email you with further information.
Hmong Women Together’s Hmong New Year Performance Interest Form
Pan-Afrikan Student Services Presents Braid With M.K. Plaits
submitted by mitche13@augsburg.edu
The care and upkeep of black hair is so important. It creates a community with every two strand twists, braid and loc. Please join M.K. as she teaches us to perfect an art that we are already familiar with. Participation during the class is encouraged as we learn to love and manage our hair.
When
Thursday Oct 20, 2022 ⋅ 5:30pm – 6:30pm (Central Time – Chicago)
Location: Augsburg Room( Upstairs in Christensen Center)
For any accommodation needs, please contact Pan-Afrikan Student Services at burrowsk@augsburg.edu
The Black Circle Series: Microaggressions in Higher Education
submitted by mitche13@augsburg.edu
In this circle talk series, we will be discussing different topics regarding the student body, specifically black-identifying students. This is a new dialogue series, so please come and show your support! Stay tuned as they will happen once a month during the fall and spring semesters.
Prepare to engage and collaborate with others as we find ways to uplift members of our Augsburg community.
When: Tuesday, October 25, 5:30 – 7:30pm
Location: Augsburg Room( Upstairs in Christensen Center)
For any accommodation needs, please contact Pan-Afrikan Student Services at burrowsk@augsburg.edu
MN Urban Debate League Seeks In-Person Volunteers
submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu
The MNUDL is a program of Augsburg University. We provide academic competitive debate programming to Twin Cities middle and high school students. Our goal is to ensure all Minnesota students to have access to debate, a powerful and transformative activity that improves academic outcomes, students’ confidence, and transferable skills like public speaking.
We’ve had a great response to our virtual tournament judging opportunities- all shifts are filled but Friday, December 9th! We still have multiple upcoming opportunities to judge debates IN PERSON in the Twin Cities!
We’re looking for judges for the following dates & locations:
• Sat. October 29: Roseville Area High School (feel free to join the Rosebowl tradition and wear a Halloween costume!)
• Sat. November 12: Highland Park
• Sat. November 19: University of Minnesota
• Sat. December 10: Twin Cities Metro location TBA
No debate experience is required. We will train you ahead of the tournament. We’re seeking caring adults who want to help students improve their skills. Judges must be able to pass a background check.
Want to volunteer with a large group? Email froehlic@augsburg.edu to coordinate.
Please learn more and sign up here! https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/volunteer-opportunities/
Evangeline Hagfors Obituary
submitted by cjohnson@augsburg.edu
It is with a heavy heart that we share the passing of long-time friend and benefactor of Augsburg University, Evangeline “Vangie” Hagfors. She left this world peacefully on October 4, 2022.
Evangeline Hagfors Obituary (link)
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, October 24, at Saint Andrew’s Lutheran Church, 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi. Visitation will be held from 3 PM to 6 PM on Sunday, October 23, at Bradshaw, 4600 Greenhaven Drive, White Bear Lake, and one hour prior to the service at church.
Please keep Vangie’s family and friends in your thoughts and prayers.
Feeling Spooky About Midterms? Use TutorMe
submitted by trancc@augsburg.edu
Students – don’t forget about TutorMe! It is available to Augsburg students 24/7 and offers tutoring in over 300 subjects from qualified tutors. Students are able to use 3 hours a week; 3 one hour sessions or 6 thirty-minute sessions. You can access TutorMe through any of your Moodle classes. At the top left of your screen there is an orange tab to see the side panel of resources. As you scroll down, you will see the “Augsburg Tools” section and underneath is the link to TutorMe. For more information on other tutoring and academic skills options, please click “Tutoring & Academic Skills Information”.
Voter Engagement Workshop
submitted by tarisl@augsburg.edu
Join the Sabo Center & LEAD Fellows Program this Wednesday at 5pm to learn more about upcoming elections in Minneapolis. We will talk about ways to register, where to vote, what’s on the ballot, and how you can get involved in helping inform campus on how to vote.
Open House: Communication Studies, Film, and New Media Department
submitted by rjohnson@augsburg.edu
Hello Everyone,
The Communication Studies, Film, and New Media Department (CFN) will be hosting an Open House October 13th, 12p-2p! We invite all interested students to attend! Snacks will be provided! We will also have a photographer present to snap professional profile photos for students to update their LinkedIn and other social media profiles. We hope to see you there!
October 13th, 12p-2p in Foss Atrium
Reigster Now: Government and Nonprofit Career Fair
submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu
Government & Nonprofit Career Fair
Friday, October 28th – FREE
U of M, Coffman Memorial Union (short 10 minute walk)
All students are invited!
Sponsored by: Minnesota Colleges and Universities Career Services Association
Are you seeking an internship or full-time career (now or in the near future) in a government or non-profit setting? The Government & Nonprofit Career Fair allows candidates to pursue professional opportunities and internships in all levels of government and nonprofit agencies. The job fair is open only to students and alumni from participating colleges and universities.
Register on Handshake under events/fairs – augsburg.joinhandshake.com
Would You Like Display Cases?
submitted by vanclev1@augsburg.edu
We have five display cases available to folks on campus. They are white with glass sides and tops and used to be in the library second floor by the skyway to Hagfors. They measure 42″w x 30″h x 14.5″d. One of the five is missing its glass top. Here is a photo: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rfNGOXP7zpZqCMR6bCfCNok9PER0uy5T/view?usp=sharing
Psychology Club Study Session
submitted by faberc@augsburg.edu
On Tuesday, October 11 in Hagfors 252 at 5:30 pm the psych club is holding a study session. Bring any homework you have, all are welcome not just psych majors!
RSVP on Auggie Life
Education Minnesota “Degrees Not Debt”, Thursday 5pm
submitted by lloydr@augsburg.edu
Thursday, October 13, 5 to 6 pm, Sverdrup 2.
Education Minnesota will be on campus to help you learn about your student debt forgiveness options — including the latest on President Biden’s debt relief announcement of up to $20,000 — in their latest Degrees, Not Debt seminar.
Student debt is no longer just a burden—it’s become a barrier to the American Dream. Minnesota ranks fifth in the nation for student debt, with the average student debt load at $30,894 for state college students. Education Minnesota, the state teachers’ union, wants to help relieve your debt burden and make college more affordable and accessible to all. This is particularly important for our public schools. If teaching becomes an unaffordable profession, it will become even more difficult to attract and retain high-quality educators.
Updated Lead Time for the Copy Center
submitted by longj@augsburg.edu
With the 2022-23 school year, Augsburg has decided to have Central Services switch to a three-person staff:
Billy Callen – Copy Center
Jeni Long – Mail Room/Site Lead
Cody Hua – Shipping/Receiving
With the change in staffing levels we need to change the print project lead time to 24-hours. Please be sure to call the Copy Center (612-330-1054) before submitting anything needed sooner. The smoothest process to having your print job completed in time is to submit it using the Augsburg Copy Request system, https://sites.augsburg.edu/centralservices/copy-center-costs/. It is not just about the time it takes to print the order. We are not always at the desk to see the order come into the email. We need to be able to be away from the desk to cut, laminate and fix printers among other things.
Printer support calls/paper request may now take up to 3 hours for Central Services to have someone free to come and look at it. We need to have one person covering Copy Center/Shipping/Receiving and cannot send all three of us out at the same time. Please call us when your put in your second to last ream of paper to avoid being completely out of paper. If you do not have a backup printer option please ask IT how to add the printer driver to your computer so if the main printer you use is waiting for service you have another option to send your documents to. The Copy Center is also an option at the link above.
Critical Language Scholarship
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program is
– A fully-funded eight to ten week language and cultural immersion program
– Students receive eight credits of intensive language instruction
– Part of a US State Department initiative to expand the number of Americans studying and mastering foreign languages critical to national security and economic prosperity
– There are 14 languages that applicants can select from. Alumni of the program also receive one year of non-competitive eligibility (NCE) status when applying for federal government jobs
Competitive applicants will need
– To illustrate a commitment to language learning,
– A strong academic record and potential to succeed in a rigorous academic setting
– Ability to adapt to an intensive program and challenging cultural environment.
– Most programs do not require experience studying the selected language. Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Applications are due Tuesday, November 15, 2022 by 8:00 PM EST / 5 PM PST.
The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS. Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 21th
Free Arabic, Russian, or Chinese Language Instruction
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) program now offers CLS Spark. This is a virtual initiative for undergraduate students to lean essential languages for America’s engagement with the world.
As a virtual program, CLS Spark allows students to have an immersive language and cultural experience with international communities. Spark participants will spend approximately 8 weeks during the summer learning either Arabic, Russian, or Chinese through online classes and activities facilitated by native speakers. You do not need to have any prior knowledge of these languages.
– 10 hours of intense live group instruction a week
– Cultural activities and individual consultations
– Monthly professional development workshops and inclusive support
Participants of CLS Spark will receive:
– Language instruction and cultural programming;
– Textbooks and language learning materials
– Language gains certified using the widely-recognized ACTFL OPI (Oral Proficiency Interview) assessment
– Non-competitive eligibility for U.S. government employment for up to three -years after the program completion;
– Academic credit issued through Bryn Mawr College; and
– A stipend towards equipment and connectivity costs (for example, a web camera or microphone).
Applications are due November 15, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS. Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 21th
Need Fine Arts and Augsburg Experience? You’re in Luck
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Do something different this summer–explore a new region of Minnesota! Join the summer course to earn your Fine Arts credit *and* Augsburg Experience!
IMMIGRATION STORIES & COMMUNITY BUILDING IN RURAL MINNESOTA
Evening Course Meetings: Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00-9:00pm, for 4 weeks beginning May 9 and ending June 3.
Travel: This course will travel to Walnut Grove, Minnesota for 2 short residencies:
Tuesday, May 23 – Friday, May 26
Thursday, June 1- Saturday, June 3, including a public showing in Walnut Grove on June 2
Course choices:
THR 295 – Topics in Theater, fulfills Fine Arts requirement
SOC 495 – elective for sociology majors or minors
INS 292 — 2 credit optional add-n for students wishing to take additional credits in summer
Changing demographics, especially in rural communities, provide both challenges and opportunities for building strong and equity-minded communities. This course explores these challenges and opportunities with the goal of building community ties as well as connections between Augsburg University students and the residents of Walnut Grove, Minnesota.
While in Walnut Grove, you will meet with community members and conduct interviews to learn more about the residents of the community and their history. Research, stories, and data will be collected and used as material to create a public presentation at the end of the class.
This is a great opportunity to earn credits in a new, dynamic way during summer, without interfering with work schedules, and other summer commitments!
Check the website below for more info and start an application!
Short Study Abroad/Away Courses – Earn Credit Off Campus On Spring or Summer Break
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Short-term study abroad & away in Spring or Summer 2023 is a great way to earn credits and get off-campus! All programs fulfill the Augsburg Experience requirement:
PICTURING AMERICA: RACE, GENDER, & HOLLYWOOD
• Spring Break travel to Los Angeles, CA
• WST 220: Topics: Race, Gender and Hollywood – fulfills a Humanities requirement
FAITH, VOCATION, & SOCIAL CHANGE IN GUATEMALA
• Spring break travel to Guatemala
• Course: RLN 409 (fulfills Search for Meaning II) or RLN 480 – Keystone credit for some majors
ANOTHER FUTURE IS POSSIBLE: SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS in ROTTERDAM & AMSTERDAM
• travel in May 17-31, 2023
• 2 courses. ENL + SOC/URB :
•ENL 280: Genres: Speculative Fiction (4 credits), Humanities LAF
•SOC/URB 111: City Life: Intro to Urban Sociology (4 credits), SBS LAF, or
•SOC/URB 295: Sustainable Solutions in The Netherlands (4 credits), elective
IMMIGRATION STORIES & COMMUNITY BUILDING IN RURAL MN
•Summer 2023 Term 1, travel to Walnut Grove, MN
•Choose 1 course, with optional INS add on:
•SOC 495 – Sociology topics elective or
•THR 295 -Topics in Theater – LAF Fine Arts
•INS 292 – 2 credits – optional
SCIENCE & RELIGION IN GERMANY
• Travel in May 2023
•Choose 1 science course and/or the religion course:
•CHM 102 with Lab: fulfills Science w/ Lab (does not count toward Chm major or minor)
•SCI 490: Integrated Science Keystone Integrated Science
•RLN 205: Topics in Religion – may fulfill Search for Meaning II or Humanities LAF
MONEY, BANKING, & INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS IN GERMANY
• Travel in May 2023
•Choose 1 course:
•ECO 315: Money and Banking
•BUS 362: International Business
AUGSBURG in MEXICO
• Spanish language courses: beginner to advanced levels, as well as specialty courses in Medical Spanish and Spanish for Ministry
• 4 study sessions in summer – choose the one (or more!) that works for you
Got questions? Get in touch: abroad@augsburg.edu
October 20 Lunch and Learn MA in Leadership for Augsburg Employees
submitted by davisd2@augsburg.edu
On October 20 Augsburg Staff are invited to bring lunch or grab lunch in The Commons and join us to chat about Augsburg’s own Master of Arts in Leadership program and taking advantage of your employee tuition benefit!
October 20, 2022
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Riverside Room (3rd Floor Christensen Center)
For Augsburg employees
Bring a lunch or grab lunch in the cafeteria and join us in the Riverside Room!
We will go through the benefits of a masters degree, the versatility of this Leadership degree, and how to utilize your Augsburg tuition benefit.
Cool Opportunity for BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA+ Interested in Technology
submitted by ennisjes@augsburg.edu
The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) has received funding from Amateur Radio Digital Communications to develop and offer a set of entirely virtual courses designed to teach early career learners about the electromagnetic spectrum and amateur (ham) radio. The program aims to reach learners who bring diverse experiences and perspectives to STEM – and to the amateur radio community especially.
The 20-week inaugural course will take place from Jan 9-May 26, 2023, with ~10 BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ (18-20 year old) students from across the country.
Participants will receive a $2,000 stipend over the project period. Expected engagement is about 3-6 hours/week.
Applications are due on October 31, 2022.
Link to application: https://superknova.org/ham-application-details/
In addition to providing a welcoming and safe environment for the focus communities (18-20 year old BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA+ learners), here is a very brief overview of the program:
* Session runs from January 9-May 26, 2023
* $2,000 stipend provided
* entirely virtual, with learning through Superknova.org
* participation in weekly 90-120 minute zoom sessions
* reliable internet access required (campus internet would be fine)
* computer/laptop/tablet/smartphone required
* lab supplies and equipment are provided
* includes preparation to take and pass the technical amateur radio exam for licensure
Contact Jessica Ennis (ennisjes@augsburg.edu) if you have any questions!
Dean of Students Michael Grewe Shares His Vocation Story in Chapel
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Join us from 11:30 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. today in the Hoversten Chapel for the next installment in our Uncovering Vocation series. Michael Grewe, our Dean of Students, will share his story, “Taking Pride in My Vocation” as we celebrate Coming Out Day. Come and learn more about Mike, our community, and how we seek to live our lives for the sake of the neighbor.
Introduction to the Reell Office of Seeing Things Whole
submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu
As Augsburg University supports students to tap into their unique gifts to fulfill their essential purpose through meaningful work, we recognize that organizations have an essential purpose too. The Reell Office of Seeing Things Whole was recently established to support organizations as they carry out their purpose in the world. Through a disciplined process that embraces the organization’s relationships to the larger world, Seeing Things Whole brings together a community of leaders and scholars to analyze and find solutions to critical organizational challenges.
Join us on Wednesday, October 26th at 12:30pm in Oren Gateway 100 to learn more about Seeing Things Whole and our work is to cultivate whole leaders and thriving organizations to positively impact the common good.
Contact Keri Clifton at cliftonk@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1525 with questions.
Government and Nonprofit Career Fair – Registration Open
submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu
Government & Nonprofit Career Fair
Friday, October 28th – FREE
U of M, Coffman Memorial Union (short 10 minute walk)
All students are invited!
Sponsored by: Minnesota Colleges and Universities Career Services Association
Are you seeking an internship or full-time career (now or in the near future) in a government or non-profit setting? The Government & Nonprofit Career Fair allows candidates to pursue professional opportunities and internships in all levels of government and nonprofit agencies. The job fair is open only to students and alumni from participating colleges and universities.
REGISTER AND LEARN MORE
Seasonal Building HVAC Changeover Continues
submitted by abounass@augsburg.edu
The HVAC transition from air conditioning to heating continues in all campus buildings. Facilities staff will begin removal of window air conditioners the week of October 10.
Please contact facilities@augsburg.edu if you have any questions or concerns.
Faculty and Staff of Color Afterwork Gathering
submitted by lohmannm@augsburg.edu
There will be an Augsburg Faculty and Staff of Color Afterwork Gathering on Thursday, October 27 at 4:00–5:30 p.m. at Town Hall Brewery in Seven Corners. This gathering is an opportunity for BIPOC faculty and staff to gather and build community in an informal setting.
To be added to the Google calendar invite for this event, please email inclusion@augsburg.edu.
Hope to see you there!
Feeling Spooky About Midterms? Use TutorMe
submitted by trancc@augsburg.edu
Students – don’t forget about TutorMe! It is available to Augsburg students 24/7 and offers tutoring in over 300 subjects from qualified tutors. Students are able to use 3 hours a week; 3 one hour sessions or 6 thirty-minute sessions. You can access TutorMe through any of your Moodle classes. At the top left of your screen there is an orange tab to see the side panel of resources. As you scroll down, you will see the “Augsburg Tools” section and underneath is the link to TutorMe. For more information on other tutoring and academic skills options, please click “Tutoring & Academic Skills Information”.
Critical Language Scholarship
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program is
– A fully-funded eight to ten week language and cultural immersion program
– Students receive eight credits of intensive language instruction
– Part of a US State Department initiative to expand the number of Americans studying and mastering foreign languages critical to national security and economic prosperity
– There are 14 languages that applicants can select from. Alumni of the program also receive one year of non-competitive eligibility (NCE) status when applying for federal government jobs
Competitive applicants will need
– To illustrate a commitment to language learning,
– A strong academic record and potential to succeed in a rigorous academic setting
– Ability to adapt to an intensive program and challenging cultural environment.
– Most programs do not require experience studying the selected language. Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Applications are due Tuesday, November 15, 2022 by 8:00 PM EST / 5 PM PST.
The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS. Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 21th
Paid Summer Program to Study Public Policy
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
Public Policy and International Affairs (PPIA) Junior Summer Institute is an intensive seven-week summer program that focuses on preparing students for careers as policy professionals, public administrators and other leadership roles in public service. The program was started to address the lack of diversity across the spectrum of professional public service, including government, nonprofits, public policy institutions, and international organizations. The purpose of the JSI Fellowship is to prepare students to obtain a Master’s or joint degree, in public policy, public administration, international affairs, or a related field.
Selected participants spend the summer at one of six participating universities (University of Minnesota, Berkeley, Carnegie Mellon, Princeton, University of Washington or University of Michigan) where they take courses, learn from top leaders in the field and build their professional skills. Students must have junior or senior status and be planning to graduate between December 2023 and August 2024. To be competitive for this opportunity, students should have a 3.5 GPA or above. There is no cost to attend and participants receive a stipend.
Application Due Date; November 1, 2022.
Contact URGO at urgo@augsburg.edu and reference your interest in PPIA before October 7 to set up a meeting to learn more.
MN Urban Debate League Seeks In-Person Volunteers
submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu
The MNUDL is a program of Augsburg University. We provide academic competitive debate programming to Twin Cities middle and high school students. Our goal is to ensure all Minnesota students to have access to debate, a powerful and transformative activity that improves academic outcomes, students’ confidence, and transferable skills like public speaking.
We’ve had a great response to our virtual tournament judging opportunities- all shifts are filled but Friday, December 9th! We still have multiple upcoming opportunities to judge debates IN PERSON in the Twin Cities!
We’re looking for judges for the following dates & locations:
• Sat. October 29: Roseville Area High School (feel free to join the Rosebowl tradition and wear a Halloween costume!)
• Sat. November 12: Highland Park
• Sat. November 19: University of Minnesota
• Sat. December 10: Twin Cities Metro location TBA
No debate experience is required. Will will train you ahead of the tournament. We’re seeking caring adults who want to help students improve their skills. Judges must be able to pass a background check.
Want to volunteer with a large group? Email froehlic@augsburg.edu to coordinate.
Please learn more and sign up here! https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/volunteer-opportunities/
Free Arabic, Russian, or Chinese Language Instruction
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) program now offers CLS Spark. This is a virtual initiative for undergraduate students to lean essential languages for America’s engagement with the world.
As a virtual program, CLS Spark allows students to have an immersive language and cultural experience with international communities. Spark participants will spend approximately 8 weeks during the summer learning either Arabic, Russian, or Chinese through online classes and activities facilitated by native speakers. You do not need to have any prior knowledge of these languages.
– 10 hours of intense live group instruction a week
– Cultural activities and individual consultations
– Monthly professional development workshops and inclusive support
Participants of CLS Spark will receive:
– Language instruction and cultural programming;
– Textbooks and language learning materials
– Language gains certified using the widely-recognized ACTFL OPI (Oral Proficiency Interview) assessment
– Non-competitive eligibility for U.S. government employment for up to three -years after the program completion;
– Academic credit issued through Bryn Mawr College; and
– A stipend towards equipment and connectivity costs (for example, a web camera or microphone).
Applications are due November 15, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS. Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 21th
November 1: Study Abroad and Away Deadlines
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Don’t let your Study Abroad & Away Application fall behind. Keep track of these deadlines and get in touch if you have questions!
NOVEMBER 1:
Augsburg spring semester CGEE Study Centers
Spring Break Programs (to Guatemala or Los Angeles)
Contact the study abroad office with any questions about the programs or your application progress: abroad@augsburg.edu