submitted by xiongee2@augsburg.edu
Hello! Please come to Hmong Women Together’s Historical and Art Appreciation Workshop, we will be located in Old Main 105 starting at 4 until 6pm. There will be food provided and we will be having a guest speaker!
Author: Olivia House
Cancer Food Fighters are coming to Augsburg TODAY
submitted by goodsona@augsburg.edu
A University of Minnesota representative is coming into talk about cancer fighting foods (mainly fruits and veggies) and will demonstrate a couple of simple, cheap, and easy recipes that any college student on a budget can make!
Open Food Lab Hours
submitted by goodsona@augsburg.edu
Come to Hagfors 108A on Mondays 4-6p, Thursdays 7-9p, and Fridays 2:30p-5:30p to utilize the beautiful cooking equipment and wonderful space to share a meal with yourself or friends! Some food is provided.
Clothing Donations Needed
submitted by ryghs@augsburg.edu
Have clothes you love but don’t wear anymore? Clean out your closet and give your clothes a second life by donating them! Environmental Action Committee is holding a campus clothing swap event this spring and is currently looking for donations. You can drop off any clothing you no longer want to the Share Shop in Science 8B during the following times:
Mondays: 10am-noon, 2-4pm
Tuesdays: 1-4pm
Wednesdays: 10am-noon
Thursdays: 10am-noon, 2-4pm
Volunteer for the Campus Clean-Up (Dinner Provided)
submitted by ryghs@augsburg.edu
Student Ministries and Environmental Action Committee hope you can join us on October 23rd to clean-up Augsburg’s campus and to enjoy some free food after our hard work!
The clean-up itself will be from 5-6pm and we will be meeting in Murphy Square. Following the event, there will be dinner from 6-7pm for our amazing volunteers.
In addition, Wednesday night’s worship is right after dinner at 8 pm and features a speaker from Young Adults in Global Mission. Anyone is welcome to come to the speaker event, regardless of if they participated in the clean-up or not.
Please feel free to contact Student Ministries (kadelbak@augsburg.edu) or Environmental Action Committee (quezada2@augsburg.edu) with any questions regarding the event.
“Lost Augsburg” rescheduled for December 11
submitted by anderso3@augsburg.edu
This Wednesday’s Brown Bag, “Lost Augsburg”, will be rescheduled for Wednesday, December 11. As usual, it will be held at noon in the Marshall Room.
Don’t forget Gracia Grindal’s presentation, “A Glimpse at the Unrecognized Women Who Saved Augsburg,” on Wednesday, November 13, at noon in the Marshall Room.
TOMORROW: EDTalk with Dan Ibarra & Lyz Wendland
submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu
“Celebrating Your Creativity Scars: Engaging Art for Holistic Student Engagement”. In this session, professors Wendland and Ibarra from Art & Design will talk about engaging creativity in the pedagogical practice. This session will serve as a starting point for a longer upcoming workshop.
Wednesday, October 16 | EDTalk with Dan Ibarra & Lyz Wendland |
3:20 pm- 3:35 pm, HC 151
After attending this EDTalk, if you would like to learn more on the topic (or if you can’t make tomorrow’s talk, but are still interested), you can attend the following workshop:
Thursday, November 7 | Celebrating Your Creativity Scars Workshop: Engaging Art for Holistic Student Engagement | 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm, Marshall Room
This workshop will focus on embracing our vulnerabilities to increase engagement in the classroom. We will share active learning techniques that normalize discomfort. Examples include: mindmapping and reflective practices. Facilitated by Chris Houltberg, Joaquin Muñoz, Beliza Torres Narváez, and Lyz Wendland.
Register for the workshop with the link below (there is no need to register for the EDTalk).
*These events are part of our 2019-2020 series designed to help students feel more connected to and supported by Augsburg.
Are Your Students Getting Up-to-Date Feedback?
submitted by tensen@augsburg.edu
The E-Learning Team invites you to drop-in to HC 151 on Monday, October 21 between 3:00 and 4:00 pm to get help fine-tuning your Moodle gradebook prior to mid-terms. Using the Moodle Gradebook helps students track their progress since it provides immediate, private, and accurate feedback. LFC’s Eric and Christy, E-learning Specialist Bonnie, and Faculty Director of Online/Blended Learning Pedagogies Jenny Hanson will be on hand to answer questions and provide individualized help.
Paid Summer Program to Study Public Policy
submitted by kipperj@augsburg.edu
Public Policy and International Affairs (PPIA) Junior Summer Institutes 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. Selected participants spend the summer at one of five participating universities (University of Minnesota, Berkeley, Carnegie Mellon, Princeton, 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 2020 and August 2021. 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 $1,000 stipend. Contact URGO at urgo@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1446 and reference your interest in PPIA before October 6th to set up a meeting to learn more
URGO Academic-Year Research Application Available
submitted by kipperj@augsburg.edu
Each year URGO offers $1,000 research grants for undergraduates who wish to gain research experience with an Augsburg faculty member. These grants require 100 hours of research over the course of the academic year and are a great way to ease into research or to continue work on an existing project.
The application is available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo) at the “on-campus research” page. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so student-faculty research teams are encouraged to submit proposals in the fall. The URGO Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly and will begin reviewing proposals September 23rd.
If you have any questions about undergraduate research opportunities, please contact Dixie Shafer at shafer@augsburg.edu or x1447
URGO Conference Travel Grants Available for Student Researchers
submitted by kipperj@augsburg.edu
URGO offers up to $850 in travel funding for Augsburg undergraduates who have been accepted to present research at a professional conference. These funds can mitigate the high costs of travel such as airfare and lodging, and can contribute to students’ professionalization.
The application is available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo) at the “conference travel” page. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so students are encouraged to work with their research mentor to submit a travel application as soon as possible after receiving acceptance to a conference. The URGO Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly throughout the school year and will begin reviewing applications September 23rd.
If you have any questions about undergraduate conference travel opportunities, please contact Dixie Shafer at shafer@augsburg.edu or x1447.
Med School Info Session
submitted by kipperj@augsburg.edu
Considering medical school? Come meet Augsburg alumni who are currently medical students and physicians! Our alumni will share their insights about picking schools, the MCAT, experiences, the application process, interviews, and general advice. Food will be provided. For more info or to RSVP, contact Catherina Kipper at kipper@augsburg.edu
Wednesday, October 23rd
6 pm
Hagfors 150A
Pre-Pharmacy Advising
submitted by kipperj@augsburg.edu
Dr. Bruce Benson, from the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy, brings his extensive experience as a pre-pharmacy advisor to Augsburg students. Learn more about pharmacy career options and admissions.
Wednesday, October 30
12-3 pm
Hagfors 101A
Contact Catherina Kipper at kipper@augsburg.edu with questions or to schedule a meeting with Dr. Benson.
Summer Language Study with the Critical Language Scholarship
submitted by kipperj@augsburg.edu
The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program is a fully-funded eight to ten week language and cultural immersion program abroad in which students receive eight credits of intensive language instruction in less-commonly taught languages, as well as structured cultural enrichment experiences designed to promote rapid language gains. CLS is 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 fifteen 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.
The CLS Program seeks participants with diverse interests, and from a wide range of fields of study and career paths. Competitive applicants will need to be able to illustrate a commitment to language learning, a very strong academic record and potential to succeed in a rigorous academic setting, and ability to adapt to an intensive program and challenging cultural environment. Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Languages with no previous study required:
Azerbaijani
Bangla
Hindi
Indonesian
Persian
Punjabi
Swahili
Turkish
Urdu
Languages with one year prior study required:
Arabic
Korean
Portuguese
Russian
Languages with two years prior study required:
Chinese
Japanese
To learn more about the program, go to https://clscholarship.org/ . The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS. Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 25th.
Crying Earth Rise Up film event
submitted by marubbio@augsburg.edu
The Augsburg Native American Film Series presents: Crying Earth Rise Up on November 12, 2019.
Crying Earth Rise Up, narrated by Tantoo Cardinal, tells the story of Debra White Plume and Elisha Yellow Thunder’s efforts to stop the uranium mining contaminating their community’s drinking water. Informed by Native perspectives and belief systems, the film addresses the sacred relationship between water and life itself, as well as the conflicts between nuclear power companies, activists, and locals. With a nuanced look at what is becoming an increasingly common environmental battle, the film offers a case study of contemporary conservation efforts in the face of corporate and capitalistic interests. (Crying Earth Rise Up)
Crying Earth Rise Up acknowledges the centrality of Native involvement in opposing the particular practice of uranium mining and suggests Native communities’ wider spread contribution to a variety of other conversations related to environmental protection (although not always noted by mainstream media, e.g. the recent blocking of the TransCanada Keystone XL Pipeline) (Documentary Educational Resources site)
Join us for the film and a conversation with director/producer/cinematographer Suree Towfighnia and Debra White Plume.
Where & When: November 12, 2019
Augsburg University
Sateren Auditorium, Music Hall, 715 22nd Ave South
Reception 6:15-6:45
Screening begins at 7:00
Discussion with participants follows
Still Time to Complete Augsburg Transportation Survey
submitted by garvey@augsburg.edu
Student, faculty and staff are encouraged to complete the Augsburg University Transportation Survey. The link is in an email sent to everyone – and also is below. The survey should take about 10-12 minutes.
Survey link: https://forms.gle/fBUDn2y8Hzmx2oqV7
The deadline to complete is Wed., Oct. 23.
The results of this survey will be used to better understand transit choices and to identify opportunities for improvements in transit options. Your feedback is critical as we strive to understand all of the different ways Augsburg employees/students are getting to work.
On behalf of the Augsburg Transit Task Force – thank you.
Student Worker Training Session
submitted by ulringa@augsburg.edu
Get the most out of your experience as a student worker! Learn how the skills you use in your student worker position can help you build your resume and prepare you for a professional job after graduation.
Sessions:
Wednesday, October 16
3:15 – 4:15 p.m.
Oren Gateway Center, Room 114
Thursday, October 17
8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
Christensen Center, Riverside Room
Topics covered will include:
• How your job fits in the context of Augsburg and Society
• How to maximize the student worker experience
• How to build relationships with professional colleagues
• Worker rights
• And more!
These sessions are part of an On-Campus Employment initiative offered to you by Sabo & Strommen Centers.
Supervisor Training for Those Who Manage Student Workers
submitted by ulringa@augsburg.edu
Learn how to help student workers get the most out of their experience in your department!
Thursday, October 17
3:45 – 4:45 p.m.
Christensen Center, Riverside Room
Friday, October 18
9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Christensen Center, Riverside Room
Topics covered will include:
• How to set goals & learning outcomes with students
• How to involve students in meaningful work
• How reflection meetings with students set up productive work experiences
• How to troubleshoot challenges encountered as supervisors
• And more!
These sessions are part of an On-Campus Employment initiative offered by Sabo & Strommen Centers.
Antiracism Book Discussion Tonight
submitted by tuchten@augsburg.edu
Hear author R. James Addington, an Augsburg MAL alum, discuss his book “Tragic Investment: How Race Sabotages Communities and Jeopardizes America’s Future – And What We Can Do About It.” Tuesday, October 15, 2019 – 6:30pm to 9:00pm at Saint Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 4537 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55419.
For details on the program, go to: https://www.saintjoanofarc.org/events/ministry-meetings/19683/antiracism
Want to Change the World? Come to Community Organizing 101
submitted by bouzardg@augsburg.edu
Interested in learning about community organizing but don’t know where to start? This Sabo Center workshop is for you!
Wednesday, October 16
3:10-4:40 p.m.
OGC 100
Learn some of the foundational concepts of organizing to get started on your change making journey. Participants in this workshop will gain an understanding of relational power, the difference between public and private relationships, and how self-interest motivates us to act.
Community Organizing 101 will be led by Dennis Donovan. Dennis teaches co-creative politics skills to people of all ages in the Twin Cities, across the US, and around the world who want to make positive change in their communities.
Queering Career Event
submitted by ulringa@augsburg.edu
Join LGBTQIA+ Services & the Strommen Center, for the kickoff of the Queering Career Series.
We will be hosting a panel event to discuss the in’s and out’s of queerness within different career paths. Panelists and guests will have opportunities to talk about navigational barriers and opportunities when thinking about being an LGBTQIA+ person in the workforce.
Panelists will include:
Quorum – Rebecca Waggoner
Queer Science – Julie Johnson
Macalester College – Jason Jackson
Real Life Coffee & Yoga – Gabby Hruska
Coalition of Asian American Leaders – Cameron PajYeeb Yang
Following the event, we will be taking site visits to local, queer-owned businesses, including:
Real Life Coffee & Yoga – Oct 29th | 2 PM
Mossier – Nov 19th | 2 PM
Urban Growler – Dec 5th | 2 PM
MEA Youth Soccer Camp
submitted by navarre@augsburg.edu
We are holding our annual MEA Youth Soccer Camp this week. The camp is for boys and girls 6-12 years old. The camp is 9am to 12pm Wed, Thur, Fri. We have 1,2, or 3 day options. We have indoor facilities if weather is poor. Information and registration is available on our website.
Coach Navarre
navarre@augsburg.edu
https://athletics.augsburg.edu/news/2013/7/15/wsoc071513.aspx
Focused Conversations on Student Success: October 22-23
submitted by wegenke@augsburg.edu
Chief Student Success Officer Katie Bishop will facilitate a discussion on the university’s efforts to support student success and progress toward completion.
October 22, 12:30-1:30 p.m. (Christensen Center, Marshall Room)
October 23, 2-3 p.m. (OGC 100)
To view the Focused Conversation schedule and access the live-stream link when available, visit the All Hands page.
Overcoming Challenges Through Determination, Discipline and Community Building – Matthew Weed
submitted by pike@augsburg.edu
Dr. Matthew Weed is the first totally blind and brittle type I diabetic to graduate from Yale University. The local alumni association and Augsburg CLASS program will be hosting Dr. Weed for an inspirational evening of stories about overcoming challenges. Dr. Weed asks you to bring business cards to facilitate connecting to others about the things you do and care about—which he will ask you to briefly describe at the end of his talk. The event is free and includes light snacks. Students, staff and faculty encouraged to attend. Please RSVP at https://forms.gle/5SYo1Q9CdTi7Ajqa7 and contact Ken Freed at kenfreed007@gmail.com with any questions or Diane Pike at pike@augsburg. edu.
October 21, 2019, 7:00 pm
Hagfors Center, Room 150B
Morning Chapel: Hans Wiersma
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Join us in Hoversten Chapel at 11:30 am to hear Associate Professor Hans Wiersma preach in the second of the Religion Departement fall series. He will preach on “Cross Theology”. We will have a vocal solo by Deanna Davis, Program Coordinator, Professional Studies.
Queering Religion
submitted by stokesb@augsburg.edu
Being queer and religious haven’t always been identities that find cohesion and calmness together. Often times trauma, guilt, and shame are forward facing realities that deter individuals from finding collective, intersectional belonging.
Through this informal discussion, guests will have the opportunity to dive deeper into understanding the dissonance, while searching for ways to find peace among being LGBTQIA+ and understanding their spiritual belonging.
Wednesday, October 16
8:00 – 9:00pm
Hoversten Chapel
Sponsored by: LGBTQIA+ Student Services & Campus Ministry
Focused Conversations on Student Success: Next week
submitted by wegenke@augsburg.edu
Chief Student Success Officer Katie Bishop will facilitate a discussion on the university’s efforts to support student success and progress toward completion.
October 22, 12:30-1:30 p.m. (Christensen Center, Marshall Room)
October 23, 2-3 p.m. (Christensen Center, Marshall Room)
To view the Focused Conversation schedule and access the live-stream link when available, visit the All Hands page.
Auggie Doggie Monday
submitted by detloff@augsburg.edu
It’s Monday – the start of a new week. Stop by the Center for Wellness and Counseling or a little four-legged furry stress relief with our friends from Paws for Learning. Paws for Learning is on campus every Monday morning from 10:30 – 11:30 in the CWC office (first floor of the Anderson Residence Hall). We hope to see you and as Willis the Great Dane would say: “Make it a great dane!”
EDTalk Wednesday: Celebrating Your Creativity Scars
submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu
At 3:20 pm on Wednesday, grab a seat in Hagfors 151 for a 15 minute talk from Dan Ibarra and Lyz Wendland: “Celebrating Your Creativity Scars: Engaging Art for Holistic Student Engagement”. In this session, professors Wendland and Ibarra from Art & Design will talk about engaging creativity in the pedagogical practice. This session will serve as a starting point for a longer upcoming workshop.
Wednesday, October 16 | EDTalk with Dan Ibarra & Lyz Wendland | 3:20 pm- 3:35 pm, HC 151
There will be also be a workshop on Thursday, November 7, Celebrating Your Creativity Scars Workshop: Engaging Art for Holistic Student Engagement from 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm in the Marshall Room. You can RSVP for the Workshop portion in the link below (no need to RSVP for the EDTalk).
This workshop will focus on embracing our vulnerabilities to increase engagement in the classroom. We will share active learning techniques that normalize discomfort. Examples include: mindmapping, reflective practices. Facilitated by Chris Houltberg, Joaquin Muñoz, Beliza Torres Narváez, and Lyz Wendland.
CTL Book Group Registration has Closed
submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu
Thank you to everyone who was interested in the CTL Book Group on “Haldol and Hyacinths: A Bipolar Life” by Melody Moezzi. We have reached our group limit, so registration has closed. Watch for more programs and events on the CTL Calendar, linked below.
Paid Summer Program to Study Public Policy
submitted by kipperj@augsburg.edu
Public Policy and International Affairs (PPIA) Junior Summer Institutes 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. Selected participants spend the summer at one of five participating universities (University of Minnesota, Berkeley, Carnegie Mellon, Princeton, 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 2020 and August 2021. 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 $1,000 stipend. Contact URGO at urgo@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1446 and reference your interest in PPIA before October 6th to set up a meeting to learn more.
URGO Academic-Year Research Application Available
submitted by kipperj@augsburg.edu
Each year URGO offers $1,000 research grants for undergraduates who wish to gain research experience with an Augsburg faculty member. These grants require 100 hours of research over the course of the academic year and are a great way to ease into research or to continue work on an existing project.
The application is available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo) at the “on-campus research” page. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so student-faculty research teams are encouraged to submit proposals in the fall. The URGO Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly and will begin reviewing proposals September 23rd.
If you have any questions about undergraduate research opportunities, please contact Dixie Shafer at shafer@augsburg.edu or x1447
URGO Conference Travel Grants Available for Student Researchers
submitted by kipperj@augsburg.edu
URGO offers up to $850 in travel funding for Augsburg undergraduates who have been accepted to present research at a professional conference. These funds can mitigate the high costs of travel such as airfare and lodging, and can contribute to students’ professionalization.
The application is available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo) at the “conference travel” page. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so students are encouraged to work with their research mentor to submit a travel application as soon as possible after receiving acceptance to a conference. The URGO Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly throughout the school year and will begin reviewing applications September 23rd.
If you have any questions about undergraduate conference travel opportunities, please contact Dixie Shafer at shafer@augsburg.edu or x1447.
Med School Info Session
submitted by kipperj@augsburg.edu
Considering medical school? Come meet Augsburg alumni who are currently medical students and physicians! Our alumni will share their insights about picking schools, the MCAT, experiences, the application process, interviews, and general advice. Food will be provided. For more info or to RSVP, contact Catherina Kipper at kipper@augsburg.edu
Wednesday, October 23rd
6 pm
Hagfors 150A
Pre-Pharmacy Advising
submitted by kipperj@augsburg.edu
Dr. Bruce Benson, from the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy, brings his extensive experience as a pre-pharmacy advisor to Augsburg students. Learn more about pharmacy career options and admissions.
Wednesday, October 30
12-3 pm
Hagfors 101A
Contact Catherina Kipper at kipper@augsburg.edu with questions or to schedule a meeting with Dr. Benson.
Summer Language Study with the Critical Language Scholarship
submitted by kipperj@augsburg.edu
The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program is a fully-funded eight to ten week language and cultural immersion program abroad in which students receive eight credits of intensive language instruction in less-commonly taught languages, as well as structured cultural enrichment experiences designed to promote rapid language gains. CLS is 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 fifteen 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.
The CLS Program seeks participants with diverse interests, and from a wide range of fields of study and career paths. Competitive applicants will need to be able to illustrate a commitment to language learning, a very strong academic record and potential to succeed in a rigorous academic setting, and ability to adapt to an intensive program and challenging cultural environment. Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Languages with no previous study required:
Azerbaijani
Bangla
Hindi
Indonesian
Persian
Punjabi
Swahili
Turkish
Urdu
Languages with one year prior study required:
Arabic
Korean
Portuguese
Russian
Languages with two years prior study required:
Chinese
Japanese
To learn more about the program, go to https://clscholarship.org/ . The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS. Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 25th.
Central Services Info/Training Session Tomorrow, Oct 15
submitted by suter@augsburg.edu
Have you ever wondered what does Central Services do or what they can do for you?
On Tuesday Oct 15th at 10:30 am in Lindell Library Room 301 I will be going through all the various services that the Copy Center, Mailroom, and Shipping/Receiving handles as well as the processes to make your interactions the most efficient for you and for us.
Topics covered will include:
-Copy Job requesting
-Copy center finishing services
-Student and Faculty incoming mail/package handling procedures
-Outgoing mail/packages
-Third Party ordering (Business Cards, Letterhead, Envelopes, Posters)
-Any other pertinent information
Please RVSP so I can get a rough guesstimate of how many will be attending. If you would like to attend something similar but can’t make this date please fill out the RSVP form and select the appropriate option.
Addressing Mental Health Stigma and Prejudice on Campus
submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu
Friday, November 8 | Addressing Mental Health Stigma and Prejudice on Campus | 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm, OGC 100
The goal of this session is to create greater awareness among faculty and staff about students with mental health conditions and to better equip faculty and staff with the skills to address prejudice and discrimination against students inside and outside of the classroom. This workshop will address the following points:
*What person-first language is and how it is used to describe people with mental health conditions as well as people in recovery.
*Best practices for addressing episodes of prejudice when they occur inside (and outside of) the classroom.
*Understanding intersectionality in regards to prejudice around mental health conditions.
*Exploring techniques that can help students deal with the stigma connected to discussing, seeking help for, etc., mental health within and outside of their communities.
Facilitated by Barbara Lehmann and Melissa Hensley
RSVP for “Addressing Mental Health Stigma and Prejudice on Campus”
Student Worker Training Session
submitted by ulringa@augsburg.edu
Get the most out of your experience as a student worker! Learn how the skills you use in your student worker position can help you build your resume and prepare you for a professional job after graduation.
Sessions:
Wednesday, October 16
3:15 – 4:15 p.m.
Oren Gateway Center, Room 114
Thursday, October 17
8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
Christensen Center, Riverside Room
Topics covered will include:
• How your job fits in the context of Augsburg and Society
• How to maximize the student worker experience
• How to build relationships with professional colleagues
• Worker rights
• And more!
These sessions are part of an On-Campus Employment initiative offered to you by Sabo & Strommen Centers.
Supervisor Training For Those Who Manage Student Workers
submitted by ulringa@augsburg.edu
Learn how to help student workers get the most out of their experience in your department!
Thursday, October 17
3:45 – 4:45 p.m.
Christensen Center, Riverside Room
Friday, October 18
9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Christensen Center, Riverside Room
Topics covered will include:
• How to set goals & learning outcomes with students
• How to involve students in meaningful work
• How reflection meetings with students set up productive work experiences
• How to troubleshoot challenges encountered as supervisors
• And more!
These sessions are part of an On-Campus Employment initiative offered by Sabo & Strommen Centers.
Antiracism Book Discussion with M.A.L. Alum R. James Addington
submitted by tuchten@augsburg.edu
Hear author R. James Addington, an Augsburg MAL alum, discuss his book “Tragic Investment: How Race Sabotages Communities and Jeopardizes America’s Future – And What We Can Do About It.” Tuesday, October 15, 2019 – 6:30pm to 9:00pm at Saint Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 4537 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55419.
For details on the program, go to: https://www.saintjoanofarc.org/events/ministry-meetings/19683/antiracism
Webinar, Culture Clash: Can Latino Culture Identity and Corporate Culture Be Reconciled?
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
When: October 24, 2019 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Level: Intermediate
Track: D&I Strategy
Presenter: Andres Tapia, Korn Ferry
Cost: Free, online webinar
Join us for The Forum on Workplace Inclusions October webinar with presenter Andrés Tapia, Senior Client Partner, Korn Ferry.
Webinar Learning Outcomes:
– Recognize the importance of Hispanic heritage and Latino Culture in shaping the workplace behavior of Latino professionals.
– Compare Latino Culture against Corporate America Culture across 6 key cultural dimensions.
– Develop solutions to the Latino and Corporate Culture Clash.
Want to Make Change? Come to Community Organizing 101
submitted by bouzardg@augsburg.edu
Interested in learning about community organizing but don’t know where to start? This Sabo Center workshop is for you!
Wednesday, October 16
3:10-4:40 p.m.
OGC 100
Learn some of the foundational concepts of organizing to get started on your change making journey. Participants in this workshop will gain an understanding of relational power, the difference between public and private relationships, and how self-interest motivates us to act.
Community Organizing 101 will be led by Dennis Donovan. Dennis teaches co-creative politics skills to people of all ages in the Twin Cities, across the US, and around the world who want to make positive change in their communities.
Morning Chapel: Jeremy Myers
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Jeremy Myers, Associate Professor, Religion, and Executive Director, Christensen Center for Vocation, is preaching in Hoversten Chapel this morning at 10:40 am, as part of the Religion Department Series. Each day this week we’ll have a member of the religion faculty preaching in chapel. Today’s sermon is on “Vocation” & “Neighbor-Centeredness.”
Hands-on Pasta Workshop: 11/07, 7pm-9pm
submitted by thaobb4@augsburg.edu
Campus Kitchen is offering our 3rd cooking workshop for the year! This time we will be teaching participants how to make pasta and tomato sauce from scratch on November 7th from 7pm-9pm!
With our facilitator being a part of the student body himself, Tenzin Rabga loves to cook but is not a chef. He even cooked for his high school communities through small businesses, with profits all to support his passion.
Please RSVP in order to reserve yourself sufficient materials to participate with. There are limited spots so first come first serve!
Please contact thaobb4@augsburg.edu if you have any questions or concerns regarding this workshop.
Clothing Donations Needed – EAC
submitted by fragaled@augsburg.edu
Have clothes you love but don’t wear anymore? Clean out your closet and give your clothes a second life by donating them! Environmental Action Committee is holding a campus clothing swap event this spring and is currently looking for donations. You can drop off any clothing you no longer want to the Share Shop in Science 8B during the following times:
Mondays: 10am-noon, 2-4pm
Tuesdays: 1-4pm
Wednesdays: 10am-noon
Thursdays: 10am-noon, 2-4pm
Cross-Generational Dialogue Dinner: 12 Free Student Ticketrs
submitted by hermansb@augsburg.edu
The Citizens for Global Solutions of Minnesota will be hosting Cross-Generational Dialogue during the Peace Meal celebration (as a part of the Human Rights Forum on October 28) and is providing 12 FREE student tickets.
Please see invitation below, and if you are interested in this great opportunity, RSVP to Nancy Dunlavy (nancy-cgs@dunlavy.net).
Is the U.S. on a slippery slope to fascism? Surely it can’t happen here … or can it? Our President tweets myths or outright lies daily, and his base cheers. Now that we’ve traded democracy for oligarchy, can fascism be far behind?
Citizens for Global Solutions of Minnesota (https://www.globalsolutionsmn.org/) is hosting a “Cross-Generational Dialogue” during the Peace Meal on Monday, October 28th, 5:00 – 7:00pm.
The cost of the Meal ($30) will be covered by CGS for the 12 activist
students that participate, along with 12 elder/advocates, in a guided conversation about the state of our “democracy” in the US.
Let’s Play: League of Legends TODAY
submitted by natropi@augsburg.edu
Let’s play League! TONIGHT!
FREE FOOD (Jimmy John’s and Other), DRINKS, and RP CARD PRIZE GIVEAWAYS.
Come join us in person or online for a full night of League. Bring your laptops or PCs if you’re coming in person and meet us in Hagfors 150A from 7:00-10:00 PM (may run longer if there’s interest).
Otherwise join us online by sending us your username at gamersunited@augsburg.edu
We encourage you to RSVP on Auggie Life or Facebook in advanced!
Want to engage in anti-racist organizing? Register for Fall Freedom School
submitted by moralese@augsburg.edu
Youth Undoing Institutional Racism St. Paul is hosting its 8th Freedom School, October 24-October 27th (6:30pm – 8:00pm on Thursday, 10:00am – 4:00pm Friday and Saturday, 10:00am – 2:00pm on Sunday) for youth ages 14-23. This 3-day experience will allow young people to learn what they are not being taught in school but what they so desperately need given the backdrop of an increase in crime, increase in policing and widening disparities in our communities.
Join us as youth of YUIR deliver an engaging curriculum that dives in to the history of race, racism and systemic oppression in the US. We will not only talk about history as something of the past but connect it to what is happening in our community today.
Are you already doing the work of anti-racist organizing and want to build with others that have similar passion? Thinking of engaging in direct action and need more information? Feeling disempowered and what to activate but don’t know where to start? This is a perfect opportunity for you. FREE FOR ALL, BREAKFAST AND LUNCH PROVIDED. Register at https://bit.ly/2mLKygt
Cancer Food Fighters are coming to Augsburg
submitted by goodsona@augsburg.edu
A University of Minnesota representative is coming into talk about cancer fighting foods (mainly fruits and veggies) and will demonstrate a couple of simple, cheap, and easy recipes that any college student on a budget can make!
Open Food Lab hours
submitted by goodsona@augsburg.edu
Come to Hagfors 108A on Mondays 4-6p, Thursdays 7-9p, and Fridays 2:30p-5:30p to utilize the beautiful cooking equipment and wonderful space to share a meal with yourself or friends! Some food is provided.
URGO Academic-Year Research Application Available
submitted by kundell@augsburg.edu
Each year URGO offers $1,000 research grants for undergraduates who wish to gain research experience with an Augsburg faculty member. These grants require 100 hours of research over the course of the academic year and are a great way to ease into research or to continue work on an existing project.
The application is available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo) at the “on-campus research” page. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so student-faculty research teams are encouraged to submit proposals in the fall. The URGO Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly and will begin reviewing proposals September 23rd.
If you have any questions about undergraduate research opportunities, please contact Dixie Shafer at shafer@augsburg.edu or x1447
URGO Conference Travel Grants Available for Student Researchers
submitted by kundell@augsburg.edu
URGO offers up to $850 in travel funding for Augsburg undergraduates who have been accepted to present research at a professional conference. These funds can mitigate the high costs of travel such as airfare and lodging, and can contribute to students’ professionalization.
The application is available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo) at the “conference travel” page. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so students are encouraged to work with their research mentor to submit a travel application as soon as possible after receiving acceptance to a conference. The URGO Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly throughout the school year and will begin reviewing applications September 23rd.
If you have any questions about undergraduate conference travel opportunities, please contact Dixie Shafer at shafer@augsburg.edu or x1447.
Med School Info Session
submitted by kundell@augsburg.edu
Considering medical school? Come meet Augsburg alumni who are currently medical students and physicians! Our alumni will share their insights about picking schools, the MCAT, experiences, the application process, interviews, and general advice. Food will be provided. For more info or to RSVP, contact Catherina Kipper at kipper@augsburg.edu
Wednesday, October 23rd
6 pm
Hagfors 150A
Paid Summer Program to Study Public Policy
submitted by kundell@augsburg.edu
Public Policy and International Affairs (PPIA) Junior Summer Institutes 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. Selected participants spend the summer at one of five participating universities (University of Minnesota, Berkeley, Carnegie Mellon, Princeton, 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 2020 and August 2021. 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 $1,000 stipend. Contact URGO at urgo@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1446 and reference your interest in PPIA before October 6th to set up a meeting to learn more
Augsburg Transportation Survey
submitted by garvey@augsburg.edu
Student, faculty and staff are encouraged to complete the Augsburg University Transportation Survey. The link is in an email sent to everyone – and also is below. The survey should take about 10-12 minutes.
Survey link: https://forms.gle/fBUDn2y8Hzmx2oqV7
The deadline to complete is Wed., Oct. 23.
The results of this survey will be used to better understand transit choices and to identify opportunities for improvements in transit options. Your feedback is critical as we strive to understand all of the different ways Augsburg employees/students are getting to work.
On behalf of the Augsburg Transit Task Force – thank you.
Tri-Beta Movie Night
submitted by rogersw@augsburg.edu
Thursday October 17th is Movie Night. Tri-Beta is hosting a Movie Night in the Science building, room 123. The movie that we are showing is “Outbreak”. The movie is starting at 7:00 pm. Everyone is welcome. There will be free popcorn and drinks. Hope to see everyone there!
Cook with Staff Senate on Monday
submitted by bouzardg@augsburg.edu
Calling all staff! Join Staff Senate for an afternoon of cooking and networking in Augsburg’s Food Lab, led by Campus Kitchen. We’ll spend some time cooking, and then enjoy the fruits of our labor by eating it! Staff new to the Augsburg community are particularly invited to attend. Everyone is welcome!
Monday, October 14
4:30-6 p.m.
Hagfors 108
Visit the Staff Senate webpage to add our cooking event to your calendar!
Want to make change? Come to Community Organizing 101
submitted by bouzardg@augsburg.edu
Interested in learning about community organizing but don’t know where to start? This Sabo Center workshop is for you!
Wednesday, October 16
3:10-4:40 p.m.
OGC 100
Learn some of the foundational concepts of organizing to get started on your change making journey. Participants in this workshop will gain an understanding of relational power, the difference between public and private relationships, and how self-interest motivates us to act.
Community Organizing 101 will be led by Dennis Donovan. Dennis teaches co-creative politics skills to people of all ages in the Twin Cities, across the US, and around the world who want to make positive change in their communities.
Building Scrims/Window Clings: Want to know more? “Lost Augsburg” on Wednesday
submitted by anderso3@augsburg.edu
Have you wondered about the big building scrims and the campus window clings that appeared around campus this fall? Join me for the second Sesquicentennial Brown Bag, at noon on Wednesday, October 16, in the Marshall Room, to find out more about those old views and the places they represent.
And while you are planning your life, mark your calendar for the third Sesquicentennial Brown Bag, on Wednesday, November 13, when Gracia Grindal ’65 will present “A Glimpse at the Unrecognized Women Who Saved Augsburg.” Gracia’s talk begins at noon in the Marshall Room.
Spring 2020 study abroad – semester spots still available
submitted by lubegam@augsburg.edu
Spring semester study abroad is still available – deadline for select programs has been extended to November 1.
The three Augsburg study center programs still have spaces available for spring semester:
Augsburg in Mexico
Augsburg in Central America
Augsburg in Southern Africa
Apply by November 1
These programs, all taught in English, are a good fit for many majors. Students can earn credits in several different subjects, take Spanish language courses in Mexico or Central America, complete an internship in Mexico or Namibia, and much more.
Augsburg students participating in these programs are awarded an automatic $1,500 CGEE Travel Grant, in addition to their usual semester financial aid package. These programs are among the most affordable study abroad programs for students – costs very close to studying and living on campus.
The Study Abroad & Away Office is here to answer questions, and is happy to talk to all students about these opportunities. Stop by Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center. Or, email abroad @augsburg.edu
Spring break study abroad in Guatemala – apply by November 1
submitted by lubegam@augsburg.edu
Take a spring semester course that includes 10 days of travel to Guatemala on Spring break!
Human Rights Voices in post-conflict Guatemala, 4-credits
Course options: CCS/SPA 495, or POL 459
Faculty Leader: Professor Joseph Towle
Travel Dates: March 14-22, 2020 (spring break)
Course Description:
Many U.S. citizens know little of Guatemala and the struggles its people face although it is a nation that continuously finds its fortunes bound to the interests and intent of the United States.
This course invites you to hear Guatemalan people’s views of their country, to explore past and present US involvement, and learn from those who lived through and survived the civil war spanning four decades (1960-1996), as well as a new generation of writers and artists–all who creatively and peacefully counteract the culture of fear through art and literature.
This 4-credit course is part of the spring 2020 enrollment. It can be taken as part of, or in addition to, your usual course load, and overload fees incurred by this study abroad program will be waived.
***APPLICATIONS DUE NOVEMBER 1***
Program cost $3,825
includes: international airfare, all meals, all lodging, all program activities and in-country transportation. There is no additional tuition fee for full-time undergrad students.
Scholarships are available!
Think ahead to summer study abroad – Greece or the Netherlands
submitted by lubegam@augsburg.edu
Short term study abroad is a great way to travel, earn credits, and still have the rest of your summer to work, play, do an internship, etc. There are a few great options coming up for Summer 2020–start planning now. Applications are open and the application deadline is JANUARY 31
***Living Green in Amsterdam***
Course options (students take ONE course):
SOC/URB111: City Life: Intro to Urban Sociology (fulfills Social Behavioral Sciences LAF), or
SOC/URB 295: Living Green in Amsterdam (elective)
This program also fulfills the Augsburg Experience requirement
Faculty Leader: Lars Christiansen
Travel Dates: May 7-22, 2020
Program Description:
Today, most of the world’s population lives in metropolitan areas, whether that means a traditional city, a suburb, an exurb or a slum – this is a very recent change in human history. Humans are fundamentally social beings, and urban areas provide the space where most people are born, grow up and interact with one another throughout their entire lifetimes.. We will explore the city as a social and political phenomenon and examine how the design of cities affects social interactions in perhaps surprising ways – the placement of buildings and the design of open space may make us want to be in an area or flee it.
***Economic Crisis, Small Business & Ethics in Greece***
Course options:
KEY 490, ECO 495 , or BUS 495 (students register for one course).
This program also fulfills the Augsburg Experience requirement.
Faculty Leaders:
Stella Hofrenning and Phyllis Kapetenakis
Travel Dates:
May 13-27, 2020 Approximately 3 pre-travel meetings will also be held
Visit the Augsburg Study Abroad & Away site to learn more about these programs!
Summer Language Study with the Critical Language Scholarship
submitted by kipperj@augsburg.edu
The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program is a fully-funded eight to ten week language and cultural immersion program abroad in which students receive eight credits of intensive language instruction in less-commonly taught languages, as well as structured cultural enrichment experiences designed to promote rapid language gains. CLS is 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 fifteen 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.
The CLS Program seeks participants with diverse interests, and from a wide range of fields of study and career paths. Competitive applicants will need to be able to illustrate a commitment to language learning, a very strong academic record and potential to succeed in a rigorous academic setting, and ability to adapt to an intensive program and challenging cultural environment. Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Languages with no previous study required:
Azerbaijani
Bangla
Hindi
Indonesian
Persian
Punjabi
Swahili
Turkish
Urdu
Languages with one year prior study required:
Arabic
Korean
Portuguese
Russian
Languages with two years prior study required:
Chinese
Japanese
To learn more about the program, go to https://clscholarship.org/ . The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS. Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 25th.
URGO Academic-Year Research Application Available
submitted by kipperj@augsburg.edu
Each year URGO offers $1,000 research grants for undergraduates who wish to gain research experience with an Augsburg faculty member. These grants require 100 hours of research over the course of the academic year and are a great way to ease into research or to continue work on an existing project.
The application is available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo) at the “on-campus research” page. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so student-faculty research teams are encouraged to submit proposals in the fall. The URGO Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly and will begin reviewing proposals September 23rd.
If you have any questions about undergraduate research opportunities, please contact Dixie Shafer at shafer@augsburg.edu or x1447
Look for Howling Bird Press at the Twin Cities Book Festival this Saturday
submitted by matthewk@augsburg.edu
Please join the MFA program and Howling Bird Press at the Twin Cities Book Festival, the largest one-day book gathering in the region featuring hundreds of exhibitors, dozens of presenting authors from near and far, special children’s and youth programming, and endless curiosities for all ages—all in a massive celebration of our vibrant Minnesota literary culture.
Saturday, October 12, 2019
Minnesota State Fairgrounds
10 am-5 pm • FREE Admission
URGO Conference Travel Grants Available for Student Researchers
submitted by kipperj@augsburg.edu
URGO offers up to $850 in travel funding for Augsburg undergraduates who have been accepted to present research at a professional conference. These funds can mitigate the high costs of travel such as airfare and lodging, and can contribute to students’ professionalization.
The application is available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo) at the “conference travel” page. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so students are encouraged to work with their research mentor to submit a travel application as soon as possible after receiving acceptance to a conference. The URGO Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly throughout the school year and will begin reviewing applications September 23rd.
If you have any questions about undergraduate conference travel opportunities, please contact Dixie Shafer at shafer@augsburg.edu or x1447.
Med School Info Session
submitted by kipperj@augsburg.edu
Considering medical school? Come meet Augsburg alumni who are currently medical students and physicians! Our alumni will share their insights about picking schools, the MCAT, experiences, the application process, interviews, and general advice. Food will be provided. For more info or to RSVP, contact Catherina Kipper at kipper@augsburg.edu
Wednesday, October 23rd
6 pm
Hagfors 150A
Pre-Pharmacy Advising
submitted by kipperj@augsburg.edu
Dr. Bruce Benson, from the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy, brings his extensive experience as a pre-pharmacy advisor to Augsburg students. Learn more about pharmacy career options and admissions.
Wednesday, October 30
12-3 pm
Hagfors 101A
Contact Catherina Kipper at kipper@augsburg.edu with questions or to schedule a meeting with Dr. Benson.
Paid Summer Program to Study Public Policy
submitted by kipperj@augsburg.edu
Public Policy and International Affairs (PPIA) Junior Summer Institutes 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. Selected participants spend the summer at one of five participating universities (University of Minnesota, Berkeley, Carnegie Mellon, Princeton, 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 2020 and August 2021. 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 $1,000 stipend. Contact URGO at urgo@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1446 and reference your interest in PPIA before October 6th to set up a meeting to learn more.
Antiracism Book Discussion with M.A.L. Alum R. James Addington
submitted by tuchten@augsburg.edu
Hear author R. James Addington, an Augsburg MAL alum, discuss his book “Tragic Investment: How Race Sabotages Communities and Jeopardizes America’s Future – And What We Can Do About It.” Tuesday, October 15, 2019 – 6:30pm to 9:00pm at Saint Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 4537 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55419. For details on the program, go to: https://www.saintjoanofarc.org/events/ministry-meetings/19683/antiracism
https://www.saintjoanofarc.org/events/ministry-meetings/19683/antiracism
EDTalk with Dan Ibarra & Lyz Wendland
submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu
This coming Wednesday hear about “Celebrating Your Creativity Scars: Engaging Art for Holistic Student Engagement”. In this session, professors Wendland and Ibarra from Art & Design will talk about engaging creativity in the pedagogical practice. This session will serve as a starting point for a longer upcoming workshop.
Wednesday, October 16 | EDTalk with Dan Ibarra & Lyz Wendland | 3:20 pm- 3:35 pm, HC 151
There will be a follow-up workshop to this EDTalk for those interested in learning more. **Thursday, November 7 | Celebrating Your Creativity Scars Workshop: Engaging Art for Holistic Student Engagement | 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm, Marshall Room
This workshop will focus on embracing our vulnerabilities to increase engagement in the classroom. We will share active learning techniques that normalize discomfort. Examples include: mindmapping, reflective practices. Facilitated by Chris Houltberg, Joaquin Muñoz, Beliza Torres Narváez, and Lyz Wendland. Information and registration are available on the CTL website linked below.
Morning Chapel: Tija Rudzitis
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Please join us at 10:40 am in Hoversten Chapel to hear Tija Rudzitis give a message for National Coming Out Day. Musicians: Margaret Albers, flute; Shevon Greene, vocalist; Kelly Shono, guitar.
Enrollment Center closing early Friday
submitted by jarvela@augsburg.edu
The Enrollment Center will be open from 9:00 am until 11:45 am on Friday, October 11. Student Financial Services and the Registrar’s Office will be unavailable after 11:45.
Attend A Study Abroad & Away Info Session
submitted by lubegam@augsburg.edu
Interested in studying abroad? Attend one of our Study Abroad & Away information sessions!
We have the new option to watch an info session online you can watch at the link below
https://augsburg.voicethread.com/myvoice/thread/12303702/73300684/68665084
We also have daily in-person info sessions located in the Oyate Commons, Lower Level of Christensen Center, Suite 2.
Monday: 10:40 am
Tuesday: 3:45 pm
Wednesday: 1:45 pm
Thursday: 11:30 pm
Friday: 3:15 pm
Have any questions?
Email abroad@augsburg.edu or visit our website studyabroad.augsburg.edu
Happy Coming Out Week from LGBTQIA+ Student Services
submitted by stokesb@augsburg.edu
We invite students, staff, and faculty to join us as we celebrate LGBTQIA+ History all month and this special Coming Out week. Our department and student organizations haze planned an array of events this month, and we look forward to seeing you all there!
Today October 10th:
QIPOC and the Echo will be hosting a Night of 1000 Prompts writing event where they will also be giving out free notebooks! The event will be held 6-8 pm in the Women’s Resource Center, located on the 2nd floor of Sverdrup.
If you have any questions about these events, please email us at lgbtqia@augsburg.edu.
Look for Howling Bird Press at the Twin Cities Book Festival this Saturday
submitted by matthewk@augsburg.edu
Please join the MFA program and Howling Bird Press at the Twin Cities Book Festival, the largest one-day book gathering in the region featuring hundreds of exhibitors, dozens of presenting authors from near and far, special children’s and youth programming, and endless curiosities for all ages—all in a massive celebration of our vibrant Minnesota literary culture.
Saturday, October 12, 2019
Minnesota State Fairgrounds
10 am-5 pm • FREE Admission
Clothing Donations Needed
submitted by fragaled@augsburg.edu
Have clothes you love but don’t wear anymore? Clean out your closet and give your clothes a second life by donating them! Environmental Action Committee is holding a campus clothing swap event this spring and is currently looking for donations. You can drop off any clothing you no longer want to the Share Shop in Science 8B during the following times:
Mondays: 10am-noon, 2-4pm
Tuesdays: 1-4pm
Wednesdays: 10am-noon
Thursdays: 10am-noon, 2-4pm
Next Flu Shot Clinic 10/31
submitted by detloff@augsburg.edu
Thank you to the 80 faculty, staff and students that got their flu shots this week. The MN Visiting Nurse Association will be back again on Thursday 10/31/19 from 11:00 – 12:30 pm in the Center for Wellness & Counseling office (first floor Anderson Residence Hall). Most insurances are accepted or you can pay $39 cash or check. Any questions please call the CWC office at 612-330-1707.
Event Series for Ongoing Grant Proposal Development: Thursday, Oct. 17 (3:30pm)
submitted by causey@augsburg.edu
The Office of Grants & Sponsored Programs is hosting an event series to support ongoing grant proposal development among faculty and staff. The next session is Thursday, October 17 (3:30 – 5pm) in Lindell 301. We will start with 45 minutes of discussion about Broader Impacts, which is especially relevant to research funded by the National Science Foundation. Everyone is welcome to attend — the discussion will focus on how to make sure your grant project is accessible to a variety of audiences. Materials from the National Alliance for Broader Impacts will be shared.During the second half of the session, we will have 45 minutes of quiet time to write proposal drafts, think up research questions, look into related projects and funders, or consult with peers.
October 17 (Thurs., 3:30 – 5pm, Lindell 301): Broader Impacts + National Science Foundation (NSF)
* updated date * December 12 (Thurs., 3:30 – 5pm, Lindell 301): Preparing and Managing your Grant Budget
Everyone is welcome to attend! Please RSVP to causey@augsburg.edu. Contact Lauren Causey with questions.
World Mental Health Day TODAY
submitted by detloff@augsburg.edu
Today is World Mental Health Day and is an ideal opportunity to start or continue a pro-active conversation about mental health. So today, take some time for some self-care – take a walk, go to the fitness center, check out the massage chairs at CWC. Students you can share your voice on World Mental Health Day in a facilitated conversation hosted by everfi and several mental health partners from 2:30 – 3:30 pm. Also, check out the CWC website for many links to resources on a variety of mental health topics.
Most importantly, if you feel you are at risk or having thoughts of suicide, there are resources available immediately at the Crisis Textline: Text MN to 741 741 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Other questions, call the Center for Wellness and Counseling at 612-330-1707.
On-Call Test Proctor Job with the CLASS Office
submitted by dusek@augsburg.edu
Hello,
We are looking to hire proctors for tests taken in the CLASS office as soon as possible for this fall semester. This is an on-call, student worker position and is open to apply to via Inside Augsburg–> Student Jobs. You can also email dusek@augsburg.edu if interested or have any questions.
Below is the job description:
-Test Proctors for the CLASS Office/Groves Computer Lab provide a welcoming and supportive environment to students taking their class exams in the Groves Computer Lab.
-Test Proctors oversee one to three students taking exams at a time, help read and clarify directions, and provide feedback to the Accommodations Assistant and Disability Specialists about these students.
-Occasionally, problem-solving and troubleshooting situations occur in which the proctor must stay calm and act accordingly to solve the situation.
-Hiring preference is placed on those students who are willing to be a Reader and/or Writer Proctor; a proctor who feels comfortable reading exams to students and/or transcribing word-for-word what a student is saying for exam answers.
Thank you,
Lauren Dusek
CLASS Office Assistive Technology and Accommodations Specialist
Central Services Info/Training Session Oct 15
submitted by suter@augsburg.edu
Have you ever wondered what does Central Services do or what they can do for you?
On Tuesday Oct 15th at 10:30 am in Lindell Library Room 301 I will be going through all the various services that the Copy Center, Mailroom, and Shipping/Receiving handles as well as the processes to make your interactions the most efficient for you and for us.
Topics covered will include:
-Copy Job requesting
-Copy center finishing services
-Student and Faculty incoming mail/package handling procedures
-Outgoing mail/packages
-Third Party ordering (Business Cards, Letterhead, Envelopes, Posters)
-Any other pertinent information
Please RVSP so I can get a rough guesstimate of how many will be attending. If you would like to attend something similar but can’t make this date please fill out the RSVP form and select the appropriate option.
Campus Clean-Up (Dinner Provided)
submitted by ryghs@augsburg.edu
Student Ministries and Environmental Action Committee hope you can join us on October 23rd to clean-up Augsburg’s campus and to enjoy some free food after our hard work!
The clean-up itself will be from 5-6pm. Following the event, there will be dinner from 6-7pm for our amazing volunteers.
In addition, Wednesday night’s worship starts at 8pm, right after our dinner. It will feature a speaker from Young Adults in Global Mission. Anyone is welcome to come to the speaker event, regardless of if they participated in the clean-up or not.
Please feel free to contact Student Ministries (kadelbak@augsburg.edu) or Environmental Action Committee (quezada2@augsburg.edu) with any questions regarding the event.
TODAY Faith & Science: Bridging the Divide (food included)
submitted by villagra@augsburg.edu
Come join the Augsburg Interfaith Scholars on October 10th at 6:30pm, as we host an event titled, “Faith & Science: Bridging the Divide” at Cedar Commons on Riverside Ave. This event is one in a series of monthly events over the course of the year that aims to facilitate interfaith dialogue around a variety of topics. The purpose of this event is to explore the intersections of science and faith, while enjoying a FREE DINNER with Augsburg student, faculty, and community members. Speakers for the evening include Augsburg religion prof. Russel Kleckley; Professor from the University of Minnesota, astrophysicist Lawrence Rudnick; and Baird Linke, Augsburg Riverside Innovation Hub Alum.
Hope to see you there!
Free Registration: Human Rights Forum, October 28 and 29
submitted by hermansb@augsburg.edu
276 of your fellow Auggies have already signed up!
…..and the good news is that here is still time to secure your FREE registration to the The Human Rights Forum.
Yes, attendance is free for Augsburg students, faculty and staff (via your @augsburg.edu account), but registration is required. Follow the link below to register.
Joining us on campus are 20-25 impressive young and diverse human rights activists—international guests as well as national and local leaders—who will share their stories and activism, and guide us as we explore ways to take action in our ongoing promotion of human rights globally and domestically.
Plenaries, lectures, panels and workshops as well as networking opportunities will be included during the event days (October 28 and 29, 2019).
For more details, please visit our websites: https://www.augsburg.edu/humanrightsforum/
Contact us (extension 1378) for questions, ideas and comments. We look forward to hearing from you.
Augsburg Transportation Survey
submitted by garvey@augsburg.edu
Student, faculty and staff are encouraged to complete the Augsburg University Transportation Survey. The link is in an email sent to everyone – and also is below. The survey should take about 10-12 minutes.
Survey link: https://forms.gle/fBUDn2y8Hzmx2oqV7
The deadline to complete is Wed., Oct. 23.
The results of this survey will be used to better understand transit choices and to identify opportunities for improvements in transit options. Your feedback is critical as we strive to understand all of the different ways Augsburg employees/students are getting to work.
On behalf of the Augsburg Transit Task Force – thank you.
Auggie Pass Still Available for Day Students
submitted by garvey@augsburg.edu
The Auggie Pass is an all-you-can-ride pass for Augsburg day students. Supported by the green fee, Metro Transit and Augsburg, the Auggie Pass is good on any bus, any time, and any light rail, any time, as well as the NorthStar line to Anoka.
Over 1400 Augsburg day students have picked up their Auggie Pass.
Students can get their Auggie Pass at the Library Circulation Desk – please bring Augsburg ID.
The passes are good August 1, 2019 through May 30, 2020.
For students who use Metro Mobility, please email Mike Fetting, fettingm@augsburg.edu. The Auggie Pass does not work on Metro Mobility, so we have Go To cards with pre-loaded $180 value – and will add more value as needed.
Augsburg Support for Uninsured Students – The People’s Center
submitted by garvey@augsburg.edu
Augsburg is now working with the People’s Center to provide certain clinic services to students (all academic programs) who don’t have insurance for a $5 co-pay.
The People’s Center is located at 425 20th Avenue South, one block west from Augsburg, off Riverside Avenue.
With a $5.00 co-pay, the following are available to Augsburg students who do not have insurance:
Office visits for acute or chronic medical problems
Annual physical exams – 1 per year
Sexually transmitted diseases screening and lab work done at The People’s Center (lab diagnostics done outside of The People’s Center are not covered)
X-rays performed at The People’s Center
Tetanus immunization
Lab tests performed at The People’s Center
Tuberculosis skin test (Mantoux)
Casts, crutches, splints, slings and ace bandages
Allergy injections (prescription and supply must be provided by student)
Flu shots
If you have health insurance, your insurance provider may cover medical services through The People’s Center. The clinic will bill your insurance for medical services and you will be responsible for any co-pays or deductibles associated with your insurance. You should check with your insurance provider to see if services at The People’s Center will be covered.
Smiley’s Clinic remains available for students – they accept most forms of insurance.
DPS will provide an escort to The People’s Center and/or to Smiley’s Clinic.
Summer Language Study with the Critical Language Scholarship
submitted by kipperj@augsburg.edu
The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program is a fully-funded eight to ten week language and cultural immersion program abroad in which students receive eight credits of intensive language instruction in less-commonly taught languages, as well as structured cultural enrichment experiences designed to promote rapid language gains. CLS is 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 fifteen 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.
The CLS Program seeks participants with diverse interests, and from a wide range of fields of study and career paths. Competitive applicants will need to be able to illustrate a commitment to language learning, a very strong academic record and potential to succeed in a rigorous academic setting, and ability to adapt to an intensive program and challenging cultural environment. Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Languages with no previous study required:
Azerbaijani
Bangla
Hindi
Indonesian
Persian
Punjabi
Swahili
Turkish
Urdu
Languages with one year prior study required:
Arabic
Korean
Portuguese
Russian
Languages with two years prior study required:
Chinese
Japanese
To learn more about the program, go to https://clscholarship.org/ . The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS. Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 25th.
URGO Academic-Year Research Application Available
submitted by kipperj@augsburg.edu
Each year URGO offers $1,000 research grants for undergraduates who wish to gain research experience with an Augsburg faculty member. These grants require 100 hours of research over the course of the academic year and are a great way to ease into research or to continue work on an existing project.
The application is available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo) at the “on-campus research” page. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so student-faculty research teams are encouraged to submit proposals in the fall. The URGO Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly and will begin reviewing proposals September 23rd.
If you have any questions about undergraduate research opportunities, please contact Dixie Shafer at shafer@augsburg.edu or x1447
URGO Conference Travel Grants Available for Student Researchers
submitted by kipperj@augsburg.edu
URGO offers up to $850 in travel funding for Augsburg undergraduates who have been accepted to present research at a professional conference. These funds can mitigate the high costs of travel such as airfare and lodging, and can contribute to students’ professionalization.
The application is available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo) at the “conference travel” page. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so students are encouraged to work with their research mentor to submit a travel application as soon as possible after receiving acceptance to a conference. The URGO Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly throughout the school year and will begin reviewing applications September 23rd.
If you have any questions about undergraduate conference travel opportunities, please contact Dixie Shafer at shafer@augsburg.edu or x1447.
Med School Info Session
submitted by kipperj@augsburg.edu
Considering medical school? Come meet Augsburg alumni who are currently medical students and physicians! Our alumni will share their insights about picking schools, the MCAT, experiences, the application process, interviews, and general advice. Food will be provided. For more info or to RSVP, contact Catherina Kipper at kipper@augsburg.edu
Wednesday, October 23rd
6 pm
Hagfors 150A
Pre-Pharmacy Advising
submitted by kipperj@augsburg.edu
Dr. Bruce Benson, from the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy, brings his extensive experience as a pre-pharmacy advisor to Augsburg students. Learn more about pharmacy career options and admissions.
Wednesday, October 30
12-3 pm
Hagfors 101A
Contact Catherina Kipper at kipper@augsburg.edu with questions or to schedule a meeting with Dr. Benson.
Paid Summer Program to Study Public Policy
submitted by kipperj@augsburg.edu
Public Policy and International Affairs (PPIA) Junior Summer Institutes 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. Selected participants spend the summer at one of five participating universities (University of Minnesota, Berkeley, Carnegie Mellon, Princeton, 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 2020 and August 2021. 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 $1,000 stipend. Contact URGO at urgo@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1446 and reference your interest in PPIA before October 6th to set up a meeting to learn more
Community Organizing 101
submitted by bouzardg@augsburg.edu
Interested in learning about community organizing but don’t know where to start? This Sabo Center workshop is for you!
Wednesday, October 16
3:10-4:40 p.m.
OGC 100
Learn some of the foundational concepts of organizing to get started on your change making journey. Participants in this workshop will gain an understanding of relational power, the difference between public and private relationships, and how self-interest motivates us to act.
Community Organizing 101 will be led by Dennis Donovan. Dennis teaches co-creative politics skills to people of all ages in the Twin Cities, across the US, and around the world who want to make positive change in their communities.
Is Your Moodle Gradebook in Need of a Check-up?
submitted by tensen@augsburg.edu
The E-Learning Team invites you to drop-in to HC 151 on Monday, October 21 between 3:00 and 4:00 pm to get help fine-tuning your Moodle gradebook prior to mid-terms. Using the Moodle Gradebook helps students track their progress since it provides immediate, private, and accurate feedback. LFC’s Eric and Christy, E-learning Specialist Bonnie, and Faculty Director of Online/Blended Learning Pedagogies Jenny Hanson will be on hand to answer questions and provide individualized help
CTL Book Group Registration Closing Soon
submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu
Due to popular demand, the Book Group registration will be closing sooner than expected. Few spots remain, so register now if you want to take part.
CTL (with support from the University Committee for Equity and Inclusion) is holding a book group focused on, “Haldol and Hyacinths: A Bipolar Life” by Melody Moezzi.
“With candor and humor, a manic-depressive Iranian-American Muslim woman chronicles her experiences with both clinical and cultural bipolarity.”
There will be a two part discussion. You can attend either of the two sessions for each part, but should attend both parts (the first half of the book will be discussed during the December meetings and the second half of the book will be discussed at the January meetings).
Part 1: Dec 2 at 1:00 pm in OGC 100 (Facilitated by Melissa Hensley) or
Dec 5 at 3:40 pm in LL 301 (Facilitated by Beliza Torres Narváez)
Part 2: Jan 23 at 3:40 pm in OGC 100 (Facilitated by Beliza Torres Narváez) or
Jan 24 at 1:00 pm in CC Riverside Room (Facilitated by Melissa Hensley)
The books are being provided by the University Committee for Equity and Inclusion. Please fill out the form linked below if you would like to reserve a book and a place in the group. By accepting a book, you are committing to attend one of the December sessions and one of the January sessions. Once registration closes, Book Group members will receive emails about how to collect their books.
Celebrating Your Creativity Scars: Engaging Art for Holistic Student Engagement
submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu
On Wednesday just prior to the Faculty Meeting, you are invited to attend the October EDTalk with Dan Ibarra & Lyz Wendland.
“Celebrating Your Creativity Scars: Engaging Art for Holistic Student Engagement”. In this session, professors Wendland and Ibarra from Art & Design will talk about engaging creativity in the pedagogical practice. This session will serve as a starting point for a longer upcoming workshop.
EDTalks are 15 minutes of information and inspiration. The talks are conveniently located in HC 151, next door to the big meeting. Find out about these and other CTL events on the page linked below.
Wednesday, October 16 | EDTalk with Dan Ibarra & Lyz Wendland | 3:20 pm- 3:35 pm, HC 151