submitted by martinka@augsburg.edu
On Thursday October 7th, 2021, new and early career faculty are invited to meet at 8:30 AM at Einstein Bro Bagels in the Christensen Center for an informal social gathering.
Author: Blessing
Summer Language Study with Critical Language Scholarship
submitted by raym@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.
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
The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS. Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 8th.
Student Worker Wanted: Assistant Records Specialist
submitted by enriquej@augsburg.edu
Are you a problem solver who enjoys details? Do you value organization? Consider joining our team!
The Student Assistant position in the Registrar’s Office is a customer service-driven and detail-oriented administrative position with a friendly team in an office setting. The Registrar’s Office is housed within the Academic Affairs Division. We provide services in the areas of document imaging, records retention, transfer evaluation, registration, graduation, term/curriculum records, class scheduling, grade recording, and veteran benefit certification. Our mission is to ensure the integrity of recorded data while providing timely service and communicating information regarding policies and procedures to the Augsburg University community. Consider joining our team and gaining meaningful experience that can be applied to many career fields.
http://augsburg.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=135063
Save the Date: Government and Nonprofit Career Fair
submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu
Are you looking for an internship now or in the future? Are you graduating December 2021 or Spring 2022 and looking for a full-time career?
Many students are unaware of the wonderful opportunities in the government and nonprofit sectors and that is why, as a member of the Minnesota College and University Career Services Association (MCUSCA), we help host the Government & Nonprofit Career and Internship Fair which will take place on October 29th.
WHEN-
Friday, October 29, 2021
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (students can come and stay for as long as you like)
Registered Employers – http://www.togpartners.com/govnonprofitfair/registered/Default.aspx
RESUME REVIEW- Drop-In Hours are M, W, F 9:00-2:00 and
Thursday 9:00-11:00 Suite 100, Christensen Center
Chapel: Urban Servant Corps
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Join us in chapel at 10:40 am to hear Ciara Kowalcyzk from Urban Servant Corps share about her experience as a full time volunteer at GrowHaus, a nonprofit indoor farm in North Denver dedicated to food production, food education, food distribution, and economic opportunity. During her year of service, Ciara Kowalczyk lived in intentional community with others who were serving people experiencing homelessness, teaching at a school for pregnant and parenting teens, offering nutritional food access and other organizations committed to social justice and racial equity.
Navigating the Sea Inside: Skills for Working with Emotions
submitted by kentjo@augsburg.edu
Join us at the CWC for a four part educational program to learn about the role of emotions in our lives and skills for working with them effectively.
Starting today, October 6th at Wednesdays 4:30 – 6:00
Contact CWC at 612-330-1707 or cwc@augsburg.edu
to register and for more information
Enrollment Center Hours on Tuesday, October 5
submitted by burgessa@augsburg.edu
The Enrollment Center will be open from 9:00-11:00 am and 12:00-4:30 pm today. The office will be closed from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm for the Christensen Symposium.
Student Concerns Survey
submitted by hoverste@augsburg.edu
The student concerns committee is wanting to know what concerns students are having. Please let us know by filling out this survey.
https://docs.google.com/forms/u/2/d/1dzOl8gOjtRTvgaexJD1m0GE_q6FyI_UWgbPJjJBmgNo/edit
Class Survey
submitted by hoverste@augsburg.edu
The students are concerns committee is looking for information regarding students fall class experience.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/139358qc8v7RI5cui6TZW0SlnRJxHZMCHnyOoJs0hZck/edit
TODAY- Reusable Mug Giveaway
submitted by carreraa@augsburg.edu
ATTENTION ALL AUGGIES! Einstein’s has a new deal for all Augsburg Students! Students will be given a 15 cent discount when bringing their own mug for orders on hot drinks.
To encourage students to bring their own mugs, the Environmental Action Committee is giving away free mugs to students TODAY 12-4PM in the lobby of Christensen Center. Stop by to get your reusable mug as well as some EAC stickers!
Note: EAC will be giving away two mug sizes – 16oz mugs (medium hot drink) and 20oz mugs (large hot drink).
Greenhouse First Thursday
submitted by vaneck@augsburg.edu
Want to know what we’ve got growing on? The Biology Department Greenhouse on the rooftop of the Hagfors Center is open to the Augsburg community on the first Thursday of the month.
The next First Thursday is October 7, from noon to 3PM. The greenhouse is located on the 4th floor of the Hagfors Center.
Questions? Please contact the Greenhouse Curator, Dr. Leon van Eck (vaneck@augsburg.edu).
TOMORROW – Fulbright Adventures in Finland: Mathematical Models from Soil to Satellite
submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu
All are welcome to join us for the upcoming mathematics colloquium presented by John Zobitz, Professor of Mathematics and Data Science.
Wednesday, October 6, 2021
3:10 – 4:10 PM
Hagfors 150A
Fulbright adventures in Finland: Mathematical models from soil to satellite
The Fulbright program supports students and faculty to engage in international exchanges and scholarship abroad. Last year I was fortunate to travel abroad with my family (even during a pandemic!) to Finland to work on a project that developed mathematical models for soil carbon following forest fires. This project involved an interesting mix of mathematics, data science, and some extra persistence and perseverance. This talk will describe some of the lessons learned from Finland, describe the project results, and provide perspectives on how ecological data informs mathematical models.
Come for the opportunity to learn about a fascinating country and stay for some interesting data visualization!
2022 Student Leadership Applications Are Open
submitted by coleman7@augsburg.edu
Are you interested in a student leadership position for the 2022-2023 academic year? Apply to be an AugSem Leader, Orientation Leader, Resident Assistant, Residence Life Lead, Pan-Asian Mentor, Pan-Asian Student Services Intern, Augsburg Youth Theology Institute Mentor, and/or Strommen Peer Advisor today!
Click here to apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/15lLYLWMtvV6fFugtKPMlq_Fgk2-bn8GYaOTzjbNOCvM/edit ;
Applications are due by NOON ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 10.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/15lLYLWMtvV6fFugtKPMlq_Fgk2-bn8GYaOTzjbNOCvM/edit ;
Undergraduate Resume and Cover Letter Drop-In Hours
submitted by grayk2@augsburg.edu
The Strommen Center’s Career Peer Advisors are trained, ready, and available to review your resume and/or cover letter. Drop-in hours for this fall are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 9am-2pm and Thursdays 9-11am. No appointment needed! Whether you’re creating your resume and cover letter for the first time or applying for a job or internship, our Career Peer Advisors are here to support you! Stop by and visit us. Christensen Center, Suite 100. Across from Einstein’s.
View our online, on-demand Resume and Cover Letter Resources
Summer Language Study with Critical Language Scholarship
submitted by raym@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.
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
The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS. Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 8th.
Congratulations to Isaac Tadé ’21
submitted by raym@augsburg.edu
Isaac Tadé, “21 Biology, started dental school at the University of Minnesota where he received the Xhonga Scholarship, $60,000 over four years, and was also awarded a National Health Service Corps Scholarship which covers tuition and fees and provides a monthly stipend. The NHSC Scholarship requires a commitment to work in an underserved community which has always been Isaac’s goal.
Farewell for Lauren Causey
submitted by greenj@augsburg.edu
Come celebrate Lauren Causey’s new career opportunity during an on-campus farewell event planned for Thursday, October 7, from 2:00-3:00 pm in the quad (OGC 100 if inclement weather).
We want to celebrate Lauren Causey’s new career opportunity as the Executive Director of the Office of Sponsored Research and Projects at California Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks, California. As the Director of Augsburg’s Office of Sponsored Programs, Lauren led our campus work in all things grant-related. In the process she also became a Certified Research Administrator. Those of us who have worked closely with Lauren in grant preparation and management know her incredible capacity to write compelling narratives around Augsburg’s mission and her amazing attention to detail. Her talents and steadfast professionalism, patience, and grace created the foundation for numerous grants over the past 3 years,
We thank Lauren for her dedication to our campus and the true impact her work had in supporting our students and faculty since joining the Augsburg staff in 2018. We wish Lauren well in her new endeavors and know that she will always be a part of our Augsburg family.
Drop by, grab a goodie and wish Lauren well!
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”.
Wellness Wednesday
submitted by phalp1@augsburg.edu
Make your own stress ball – Please come and join us in making your own stress ball on Wednesday, October 6th in CWC lobby from 10:30am-11:30am.
Volunteer Virtually or In-Person for the Minnesota Urban Debate League
submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu
The Minnesota Urban Debate League is a program of Augsburg University. We provide academic competitive debate programming to Twin Cities middle and high school students.
Want to get out of the house? Or want to stay home to volunteer? We’ve got you covered! Volunteer virtually on Fridays and in-person on Saturdays this fall.
See our full tournament schedule and sign up today: bit.ly/MNUDLJudge
After a year of all-virtual programming, we’re heading back to in-person tournaments this fall. We need judges to make it happen! Being a judge is easy and fun. Debate judges listen to students, share feedback, and choose the winner!
Fall Tournament Dates:
* 10/8: UMN (Virtual) & 10/9: (In Person, UMN Campus)
* 10/16: Northside Invitational (In Person)
* 10/29: Roseville (Virtual) & 10/30 (In Person, Roseville)
* 11/5: Farmington (Virtual) & 11/6 (In Person, Farmington)
* 11/12: Highland Park (Virtual) & 11/13 (In Person, Highland Park)
* 11/20: UMBrooks (In Person, UMN Campus)
* 12/11: MNUDL Championships (Virtual) & 12/12 (In Person)
No experience is needed – we train judges at every tournament. If you’re interested in learning more about our special judging opportunities for experienced policy debaters, contact Jake Swede at swedej@augsburg.edu.
https://www.augsburg.edu/urbandebateleague/volunteer-2/sign-up/
TODAY: Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium
submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu
The Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium
Tuesday, October 5, 2021
11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Foss Center, Hoversten Chapel
All Things Are New: The Language of Our Life in the Face of Empire
Brian Bantum, PhD
Neil F. And Ila A. Fisher Professor of Theology
Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary
It’s difficult to remember a time when there was order and expectation. Uncertainty and chaos feel like the norm. Problems seem too big to overcome, and words are too weak to point a way forward. How do we speak of God? How do we live in the face of chaos? As we begin a new season, let us reflect on a God who creates in the chaos and becomes flesh in the face of empire.
Brian Bantum, PhD, writes, speaks, and teaches on identity, racial imagination, creating spaces of justice, and the intersection of theology and embodiment for audiences around the United States. He is a contributing editor of The Christian Century and is the author of “Redeeming Mulatto: A Theology of Race and Christian Hybridity,” “The Death of Race: Building a New Christianity in a Racial World,” and “Choosing Us: Marriage and Mutual Flourishing in a World of Difference,” which he co-authored with his spouse, Gail Song Bantum.
About the Christensen Symposium
The Christensen Symposium provides the opportunity to explore and apply the lessons rooted in former Augsburg President Bernhard M. Christensen’s legacy:
• Christian faith liberates minds and lives.
• Diversity strengthens vital communities.
• Interfaith friendships enrich learning.
• The love of Christ draws us to God.
• We are called to service in the world.
November 1 – Study Abroad and Away Deadline for Spring Programs
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
The following Study Abroad & Away programs have an application deadline on
NOVEMBER 1
~~Islam in the USA, New York City – spring semester courses with travel during spring break
~~Writing la Dolce Vita: Food, Art, and Culture in Italy – spring semester courses with travel during spring break
~~Augsburg Study Centers in Mexico, Central America, and Southern Africa – semester programs.
Contact the study abroad office with any questions about the programs or your application progress: abroad@augsburg.edu
Get the program details here for the Augsburg Study Centers or Short-Term Programs here
Earn Credits by Studying Abroad in Summer 2022
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Short-term study abroad & away programs in summer are a great way to earn credits, get off-campus, and do something a little different! Summer 2022 has several short program options, each with different course choices, and you only commit to 2-3 weeks of travel. All programs fulfil the Augsburg Experience requirement. Check them out!
****Community, Arts, and Culture in PUERTO RICO, USA
One course opton: THR 295 – Art for Social Change, fulfills a Fine Arts requirement
****Economic Crisis, Small Business, and Ethics in GREECE
Choose one course: Business, Economics, and Ethics in the Greek context: BUS 495, ECO 495, or Keystone 490
****Innovation & Design in the NETHERLANDS: Past & Present
Choose one ART and one HIS course:
Innovation in the Netherlands – HIS 195 (fulfills Humanities requirement) or HIS 440 (upper elective)
and
Intro or Advanced Digital Photography – ART 133 (fulfills Fine Arts requirement) or ART 333
****Music Therapy in SOUTH AFRICA
Choose one course: MUS 374 or 474 – Music Therapy Practicum
Grad student course options: MUS 511 and/or MUS 582
****Augsburg in MEXICO
Spanish language courses: beginner to advanced levels, as well as specialty courses in Medical Spanish and Spanish for Ministry
Applications for these programs are due January 31 — use the link below!
Got questions? Get in touch: abroad@augsburg.edu, or stop by Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center
Gilman Scholarship for Study Abroad – App Due TODAY
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
The Gilman Scholarship for Study Abroad applications are due October 5. This is for programs that start in Spring, summer, fall 2022, or go for the academic year 22-23.
Plan ahead to give yourself time to submit a solid application. Feel free to contact the Study Abroad & Away office if you have questions.
To be eligible for the Gilman a student must be a U.S. citizen and receiving a Federal Pell Grant during the time of application or during the term of the study abroad program or internship
Have questions? Get in touch:
studyabroad.augsburg.edu
Short Study Away in NYC or Italy on Spring Break
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Did you know you can study off-campus on spring break!? Two spring semester programs have a travel component on spring break, with various course options for each, and both programs fulfills the Augsburg Experience requirement. These programs are open to students in good standing:
****ISLAM IN THE USA, traveling to NYC … choose one course:
HIS 195 (Humanities credit) or RLN 205 (Search for Meaning II credit)
see website, linked below, for full course and program details
****WRITING LA DOLCE VITA: FOOD, CULTURE AND ART IN ITALY … choose 1 or 2 courses:
ENL 221 – Writing about Art and Popular Culture
ENL 324 –Creative Non-Fiction
HIS 170 — Food: A Global History, fulfills a Humanities requirement
HIS 440 — Topics: Food: A Global History
see website, linked below, for full course and program details
Applications for these programs are due November 1 — use the link below!
Got questions? Get in touch:
abroad@augsburg.edu, or stop by Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center
Get all the details and apply online at the Center for Global Education & Experience website.
Study Abroad with Augsburg in Mexico – Semester or Summer
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Center for Global Education and Experience in Mexico offers Auggies the opportunity to spend a semester or summer in Mexico with a focus on experiential-style learning, social justice, and community connections. Classes are small and personalized, and programs in Mexico are among the most affordable of all our programs abroad. Check out the options:
SEMESTER PROGRAMS:
~~Liberal Arts, Migration, and Social Change semester (fall or spring)
~~Communication and Media studies (fall only)
~~Social Work in a Latin American Context (spring only)
SUMMER PROGRAMS:
~~Spanish Language and Culture (all levels of Spanish available)
~~Medical Spanish and Clinical Observership (upper level Spanish required)
APPLY BY
~~November 1 – for spring semester programs
~~March 1 – for summer or fall semester programs
Campus Wide Steam Outage October 6 and October 13
submitted by abounass@augsburg.edu
Facilities has been working with Metropolitan Mechanical (MMC) to develop a plan to repair the steam leaks on Riverside Avenue. After careful consideration, the recommended plan requires two campus-wide steam shutdowns. The first outage, scheduled for 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, October 6, will be an inspection to determine where the leak is. The work will be completed during the second shutdown, scheduled for 6 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday, October 13.
A list of buildings that are affected because of the steam shutdown follows. This only affects hot water; cold water will still be available for toilets, sinks, drinking fountains, and showers.
Ice Arena – No hot water for the zamboni area, sinks, vanities, and showers
Si-Melby – No hot water for sinks, vanities, and showers
Urness Hall – No hot water for sinks, vanities, and showers
Mortensen Hall – No hot water for sinks, vanities, and showers
Christensen Center – No hot water for sinks, upper floor kitchen, dishwasher, and mop sink
Facilities Project Updates Science 123 and Sverdrup 208
submitted by abounass@augsburg.edu
Science 123 Classroom Remodeling Progress
Progress continues on the Science 123 classroom remodeling project. Carpeting will be installed October 11-15. We will announce the room’s availability for use as soon as we can do so with reasonable accuracy.
Sverdrup 208 Remodeling Is Complete
All remodeling to Sverdrup 208 has been completed. The room can be reserved through University Events. It will be added to the online booking system soon, but in the meantime, you can contact the events office at events@augsburg.edu or x1104 to reserve the space.
Revised Date for New Dome Installation
Weather permitting, the new dome over the athletic field will be installed during the week of November 21.
You can visit the Facilities website listed below for more information.
Forum Podcast ep 76 Using Innovative Simulation Strategies to Dismantle Systemic Racism Continued
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
In this special bonus episode of The Forum Podcast, Samreen Vora (Children’s Minnesota) and Brittany Dahlen (Children’s Minnesota) answer questions from listeners that attended our August 19, 2021 webinar Using Innovative Simulation Strategies to Dismantle Systemic Racism.
Fulbright Adventures in Finland: Mathematical Models from Soil to Satellite
submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu
All are welcome to join us for the upcoming mathematics colloquium presented by John Zobitz, Professor of Mathematics and Data Science.
Wednesday, October 6, 2021
3:10 – 4:10 PM
Hagfors 150A
Fulbright adventures in Finland: Mathematical models from soil to satellite
The Fulbright program supports students and faculty to engage in international exchanges and scholarship abroad. Last year I was fortunate to travel abroad with my family (even during a pandemic!) to Finland to work on a project that developed mathematical models for soil carbon following forest fires. This project involved an interesting mix of mathematics, data science, and some extra persistence and perseverance. This talk will describe some of the lessons learned from Finland, describe the project results, and provide perspectives on how ecological data informs mathematical models.
Come for the opportunity to learn about a fascinating country and stay for some interesting data visualization!
Summer Language Study with Critical Language Scholarship
submitted by kipper@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.
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
The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS. Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 8th.
Congratulations to Isaac Tadé ’21
submitted by kipper@augsburg.edu
Isaac Tadé, “21 Biology, started dental school at the University of Minnesota where he received the Xhonga Scholarship, $60,000 over four years, and was also awarded a National Health Service Corps Scholarship which covers tuition and fees and provides a monthly stipend. The NHSC Scholarship requires a commitment to work in an underserved community which has always been Isaac’s goal.
Volunteer Virtually or In-Person for the Minnesota Urban Debate League
submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu
The Minnesota Urban Debate League is a program of Augsburg University. We provide academic competitive debate programming to Twin Cities middle and high school students.
Want to get out of the house? Or want to stay home to volunteer? We’ve got you covered! Volunteer virtually on Fridays and in-person on Saturdays this fall.
See our full tournament schedule and sign up today: bit.ly/MNUDLJudge
After a year of all-virtual programming, we’re heading back to in-person tournaments this fall. We need judges to make it happen! Being a judge is easy and fun. Debate judges listen to students, share feedback, and choose the winner!
Fall Tournament Dates:
* 10/8: UMN (Virtual) & 10/9: (In Person, UMN Campus)
* 10/16: Northside Invitational (In Person)
* 10/29: Roseville (Virtual) & 10/30 (In Person, Roseville)
* 11/5: Farmington (Virtual) & 11/6 (In Person, Farmington)
* 11/12: Highland Park (Virtual) & 11/13 (In Person, Highland Park)
* 11/20: UMBrooks (In Person, UMN Campus)
* 12/11: MNUDL Championships (Virtual) & 12/12 (In Person)
No experience is needed – we train judges at every tournament. If you’re interested in learning more about our special judging opportunities for experienced policy debaters, contact Jake Swede at swedej@augsburg.edu.
Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium, October 5
submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu
The Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium
Tuesday, October 5, 2021
11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Foss Center, Hoversten Chapel
All Things Are New: The Language of Our Life in the Face of Empire
Brian Bantum, PhD
Neil F. And Ila A. Fisher Professor of Theology
Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary
It’s difficult to remember a time when there was order and expectation. Uncertainty and chaos feel like the norm. Problems seem too big to overcome, and words are too weak to point a way forward. How do we speak of God? How do we live in the face of chaos? As we begin a new season, let us reflect on a God who creates in the chaos and becomes flesh in the face of empire.
Brian Bantum, PhD, writes, speaks, and teaches on identity, racial imagination, creating spaces of justice, and the intersection of theology and embodiment for audiences around the United States. He is a contributing editor of The Christian Century and is the author of “Redeeming Mulatto: A Theology of Race and Christian Hybridity,” “The Death of Race: Building a New Christianity in a Racial World,” and “Choosing Us: Marriage and Mutual Flourishing in a World of Difference,” which he co-authored with his spouse, Gail Song Bantum.
About the Christensen Symposium
The Christensen Symposium provides the opportunity to explore and apply the lessons rooted in former Augsburg President Bernhard M. Christensen’s legacy:
• Christian faith liberates minds and lives.
• Diversity strengthens vital communities.
• Interfaith friendships enrich learning.
• The love of Christ draws us to God.
• We are called to service in the world.
Food Lab Workshop: Tacos
submitted by wolfx@augsburg.edu
Join us in the Food Lab this Tuesday, October 5 from 6-8pm to learn to cook tacos! Everything is FREE, and spots will fill up fast! Make sure to register ahead of time.
Tour Kennedy/Si Melby with the Staff Senate on October 6
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Curious about Augsburg’s athletic facilities and how you can use them? Never been able to find the locker room in Kennedy Center? Excited to see the new sports medicine space? On October 6, the Staff Senate invites you on a tour of Athletics buildings. Meet Jackie Voigt, the assistant women’s basketball coach, and other members of the staff senate at 1:00 pm in the lobby of Kennedy for a half-hour tour of the athletic facilities.
2021-22 Staff Senate Members
Joel Enriquez Blas, Registrar’s Office
Christopher Bogen, Institutional Advancement
Janice Dames, Campus Ministry – Co-chair
Deanna Davis, Professional Studies – Co-chair
Kate Gray, Strommen Center
Jackie Voigt, Athletics
Chapel: Centering Prayer
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am for a time of Centering Prayer for Healing, Justice, and Hope. We will offer quiet space for prayer and healing. If you would like to see the chapel service from Friday, it is available on the Campus Ministry YouTube Channel.
Farewell to Thenedra Roots
submitted by mostr@augsburg.edu
Please join us as we celebrate Thenedra Roots on October 6th in OGC room 100 from 2-3pm. Thenedra has accepted a new position in the Nonprofit sector and will be leaving Augsburg on October 15th.
Over the last 5 years Thenedra has been an integral part of supporting students in the StepUP program as a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor. Her dedication to our students, families and coworkers will be greatly missed.
A Liberated Love Note – For Black Folks in DEI When “Doin’ The Work” No Longer Feels Like Enough
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
In this episode of The Forum Podcast, Brittany J. Harris (also known as Brittany Janay) shares a thoughtful note of affirmation and loving accountability to Black folks working in DEI. The toll of working in DEI while Black is well documented and there are not many spaces that center the healing and nurturing that this toll calls for—particularly as Black practitioners work to dismantle the very same systems they too are impacted by.
Forum Podcast ep 76 Using Innovative Simulation Strategies to Dismantle Systemic Racism Continued
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
In this special bonus episode of The Forum Podcast, Samreen Vora (Children’s Minnesota) and Brittany Dahlen (Children’s Minnesota) answer questions from listeners that attended our August 19, 2021 webinar Using Innovative Simulation Strategies to Dismantle Systemic Racism.
Auggie Connect TODAY – Sverdrup 102 or Zoom
submitted by ccharles@augsburg.edu
Today hear about Assistive Technology from our CLASS Assistive Technology & Accommodations Specialist, Lauren Dusek. Join us in person in Sverdrup 102, near the Enrollment Center, or via Zoom.
Auggie Connect is open to Augsburg students with disabilities and is a space to gather, support one another and find community. Join CLASS staff Cassie Charles and your fellow Auggie students on Mondays from 3:30-4:30 PM. Contact ccharles@augsburg.edu for disability-related accommodations.
Zoom Meeting ID: 930 1256 1020
Passcode: 787265
Short Study Away in NYC or Italy on Spring Break
Submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Did you know you can study off-campus on spring break!? Two spring semester programs have a travel component on spring break, with various course options for each, and both programs fulfills the Augsburg Experience requirement.
These programs are open to students in good standing: ****ISLAM IN THE USA, traveling to NYC … choose one course: HIS 195 (Humanities credit) or RLN 205 (Search for Meaning II credit) see website, linked below, for full course and program details ****WRITING LA DOLCE VITA: FOOD, CULTURE AND ART IN ITALY … choose 1 or 2 courses: ENL 221 – Writing about Art and Popular Culture ENL 324 –Creative Non-Fiction HIS 170 — Food: A Global History, fulfills a Humanities requirement HIS 440 — Topics: Food: A Global History see website, linked below, for full course and program details Applications for these programs are due November 1 — use the link below! Got questions? Get in touch: abroad@augsburg.edu, or stop by Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center
Get all the details and apply online at the Center for Global Education & Experience website.
Gilman Scholarship for Study Abroad – App Due on Tuesday
Submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
The Gilman Scholarship for Study Abroad applications are due October 5. This is for programs that start in Spring, summer, fall 2022, or go for the academic year 22-23. Plan ahead to give yourself time to submit a solid application. Feel free to contact the Study Abroad & Away office if you have questions. To be eligible for the Gilman a student must be a U.S. citizen and receiving a Federal Pell Grant during the time of application or during the term of the study abroad program or internship Have questions? Get in touch: abroad@augsburg.edu or studyabroad.augsburg.edu
Study Abroad with Augsburg in Mexico – Semester or Summer
Submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Applications for semester-long spring study abroad and away programs are due October 1. This includes all semester programs at Augsburg Exchange Partner and affiliate programs. For semester programs at Augsburg CGEE locations in Mexico, Central America, and Southern Africa, October 1 is the priority deadline, with a final deadline of November 1. Anyone with questions about semester-long study abroad programs should contact abroad@augsburg.edu
Due October 1 – Spring ‘22 Semester-long Study Abroad and Away applications
Submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Applications for semester-long spring study abroad and away programs are due October 1. This includes all semester programs at Augsburg Exchange Partner and affiliate programs. For semester programs at Augsburg CGEE locations in Mexico, Central America, and Southern Africa, October 1 is the priority deadline, with a final deadline of November 1. Anyone with questions about semester-long study abroad programs should contact abroad@augsburg.edu
Farewell for Lauren Causey
submitted by greenj@augsburg.edu
Come celebrate Lauren Causey’s new career opportunity during an on-campus farewell event planned for Thursday, October 7, from 2:00-3:00 pm in the quad (OGC 100 if inclement weather).
We want to celebrate Lauren Causey’s new career opportunity as the Executive Director of the Office of Sponsored Research and Projects at California Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks, California. As the Director of Augsburg’s Office of Sponsored Programs, Lauren led our campus work in all things grant-related. In the process she also became a Certified Research Administrator. Those of us who have worked closely with Lauren in grant preparation and management know her incredible capacity to write compelling narratives around Augsburg’s mission and her amazing attention to detail. Her talents and steadfast professionalism, patience, and grace created the foundation for numerous grants over the past 3 years,
We thank Lauren for her dedication to our campus and the true impact her work had in supporting our students and faculty since joining the Augsburg staff in 2018. We wish Lauren well in her new endeavors and know that she will always be a part of our Augsburg family.
Drop by, grab a goodie and wish Lauren well!
Song Leader Wanted
submitted by peacocks@augsburg.edu
The First Presbyterian Church of Hastings is looking for someone to lead congregational singing on Sunday mornings. This person will work with the pastor and pianist to help our small congregation sing traditional church hymns and choruses. Our worship service is broadcast on the local community radio station KDWA. A weekly stipend is offered for this year-round position. Interested candidates should contact Pastor Steve Robertson at 612-655-7594 or stevempls@icloud.com. Might you or someone you know be interested in this position? Or, interested in trying it out once or twice to see if it is a fit?
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”.
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 2022 and August 2023. 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.
Contact URGO at urgo@augsburg.edu and reference your interest in PPIA before October 1 to set up a meeting to learn more.
Summer Language Study with 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 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.
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
The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS. Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 8th.
CTL’s Guide for Adapting to Increases in Student Absences Due to COVID-19
submitted by greenj@augsburg.edu
In this time of COVID-19, there will likely be more student absences due to mandated quarantining and/or a positive COVID-19 test, even though a student feels well enough to continue in the class. Although the “best” way to address this situation depends upon the course structure, learning outcomes, and pedagogies used, CTL has put together some (mostly) universal “Do’s” and “Don’ts” that can maintain student learning and minimize any additional work (and stress!) for faculty. Please see the Guidelines linked below. And please don’t hesitate to reach out to any of the CTL Fellows for a personal consultation! If they can’t help you create a possible solution, they can refer you to somebody who can.
Back in the Classroom: the Impact of COVID on Faculty
submitted by greenj@augsburg.edu
Please join Ellie Olson, Director of Augsburg’s Center for Wellness and Counseling, on Tuesday, October 5, from 3:45-4:45 pm for her Zoom session “Back in the Classroom: the Impact of COVID on Faculty”. Despite our desire to return to campus with a sense of comfort and predictability, this semester seems likely to be one of continuing challenge and transition. But we HAVE learned some things from the past eighteen months that we can use to our advantage. This session will create space for faculty to name and reflect on the emotional and cognitive impact COVID has had on them, with guidance on how to manage and respond to that impact as you enter the classroom again. The target audience for this session is teaching faculty and staff, but the session is open to all. This event will be hosted by Matthew Maruggi and Katie Clark, members of the Faculty Development Committee.
This session is part of the Faculty Development Committee’s “Promoting Faculty Balance” Series
HR and Payroll Forms Due Today by Noon
submitted by greathou@augsburg.edu
HR or Payroll Forms
Please submit any change forms you may have for your benefits to HR by noon Friday, October 1st to be processed on the October 8th pay date. This includes routine forms for HSA, retirement, direct deposit and tax withholding changes. Email payroll@augsburg.edu if you have questions or need assistance.
Reminder: You can access forms on the new HR Website which is linked below.
Time Sheets
Please submit your timesheet by the end of the day Friday, October 1st so your supervisor has time to approve it by the Monday, October 4th; noon deadline.
Secure Link to Human Resources & Payroll
To protect your information, forms containing sensitive data such as bank accounts or social security numbers should not be emailed. For a secure delivery link go to https://augsburg.leapfile.net/ for submission.
Please contact hr@augsburg.edu and cc Payroll for questions.
Thank you!
– Your HR & Payroll Team
Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium, October 5
submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu
The Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium
Tuesday, October 5, 2021
11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Foss Center, Hoversten Chapel
All Things Are New: The Language of Our Life in the Face of Empire
Brian Bantum, PhD
Neil F. And Ila A. Fisher Professor of Theology
Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary
It’s difficult to remember a time when there was order and expectation. Uncertainty and chaos feel like the norm. Problems seem too big to overcome, and words are too weak to point a way forward. How do we speak of God? How do we live in the face of chaos? As we begin a new season, let us reflect on a God who creates in the chaos and becomes flesh in the face of empire.
Brian Bantum, PhD, writes, speaks, and teaches on identity, racial imagination, creating spaces of justice, and the intersection of theology and embodiment for audiences around the United States. He is a contributing editor of The Christian Century and is the author of “Redeeming Mulatto: A Theology of Race and Christian Hybridity,” “The Death of Race: Building a New Christianity in a Racial World,” and “Choosing Us: Marriage and Mutual Flourishing in a World of Difference,” which he co-authored with his spouse, Gail Song Bantum.
About the Christensen Symposium
The Christensen Symposium provides the opportunity to explore and apply the lessons rooted in former Augsburg President Bernhard M. Christensen’s legacy:
• Christian faith liberates minds and lives.
• Diversity strengthens vital communities.
• Interfaith friendships enrich learning.
• The love of Christ draws us to God.
• We are called to service in the world.
Rides to Augsburg Needed from North St Paul
submitted by maciask@augsburg.edu
Looking for any ride (instead of taking public transportation) for Fall semester from North Saint Paul to Augsburg and/or return. I need to arrive on Mon-Fri by 11am (or earlier) and return Mon & Fri (done at 2pm but can leave later) and T-Th (6pm). Willing to consider any options and help pay for gas. Please email me at maciask@augsburg.edu
Fellowship Fridays
submitted by robinson@augsburg.edu
How is the return to the not-so-normal classroom going? The pandemic is not over. Resilience is not a given, but we are all in this together and we need to get out of together. So, let’s get together and talk about it! Teaching staff and faculty join guest host Sarah Degner Riveros at 4:30 this Friday to talk about the ups and downs of this not-so-normal year.
https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/93915792817?pwd=M3NYWHlkSGtIK2tQM3JwU1JKNjBPUT09
Annual Security Report Now Available
submitted by erchula@augsburg.edu
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report and the Minnesota Office of Higher Education Sexual Assault Data Report are now available on the Department of Public Safety website and can be accessed by visiting the Crime Alerts and Logs page. This information is required by law and is provided by the Augsburg University Department of Public Safety.
If you would like to receive a physical copy of the combined Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains this information, you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling (612) 330-1717 or email a request to publicsafety@augsburg.edu.
Chapel: Blessing of the Animals
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am for the Blessing of the Animals service as we celebrate St. Francis of Assisi, Patron Saint of Animals. Our service will include a lively blessing ritual of animals and pets to honor St. Francis’ devotion to all God’s creatures and a slideshow of pets. Chapel services are recorded and available on the Campus Ministry YouTube Channel.
Fulbright Adventures in Finland: Mathematical Models from Soil to Satellite
submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu
All are welcome to join us for the upcoming mathematics colloquium presented by John Zobitz, Professor of Mathematics and Data Science.
Wednesday, October 6, 2021
3:10 – 4:10 PM
Hagfors 150A
Fulbright adventures in Finland: Mathematical models from soil to satellite
The Fulbright program supports students and faculty to engage in international exchanges and scholarship abroad. Last year I was fortunate to travel abroad with my family (even during a pandemic!) to Finland to work on a project that developed mathematical models for soil carbon following forest fires. This project involved an interesting mix of mathematics, data science, and some extra persistence and perseverance. This talk will describe some of the lessons learned from Finland, describe the project results, and provide perspectives on how ecological data informs mathematical models.
Come for the opportunity to learn about a fascinating country and stay for some interesting data visualization!
Personal Care Assistants Needed
submitted by barrienb@augsburg.edu
Hi! My name is Bella and I am a second year student here at Augsburg studying graphic design. I am currently trying to find personal care assistants to help me in my day to day life here on campus. This would include getting me ready for the day, helping me get set up for class and assisting me around campus. I am currently looking for people who would want to work some hours during this Fall semester! If you are a pre-med or nursing student, this is a great opportunity to get experience with patient care. Plus, you get to be paid to have fun!
I really enjoy getting coffee, watching Netflix, drawing, and painting. I consider all my assistants as my friends and if you work for me, you are guaranteed a good time! If you are interested, please text me at: 612-345-2855 or email me at barrienb@augsburg.edu. Hope you will join
Auggie Connect – Focus on Assistive Technology
submitted by ccharles@augsburg.edu
Auggie Connect is open to Augsburg students with disabilities and is a space to gather, support one another and find community. Join CLASS staff Cassie Charles and your fellow Auggie students on Mondays from 3:30-4:30 PM.
Monday come hear about Assistive Technology from our CLASS Assistive Technology & Accommodations Specialist, Lauren Dusek. Join us in person in Sverdrup 102, near the Enrollment Center, or via Zoom. Contact ccharles@augsburg.edu for disability-related accommodations.
See you Monday!
Zoom Meeting ID: 930 1256 1020
Passcode: 787265
Winners Selected in Raffle for Vaccinated Students
submitted by jendra@augsburg.edu
We’ve completed the random drawing among students who entered the raffle for those who received either two doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines or one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine before 11:59 p.m. on August 31. The winners have been notified; we are not publishing their names to protect their privacy.
Two students received $500 in Augsburg dining services flex points OR a $200 VISA gift card.
Two students received an Augsburg commuter or resident student parking permit for the academic year OR a $200 VISA gift card.
Two students received a $500 discount at the bookstore OR a $200 VISA gift card.
Congratulations to the winners!
New – Forum Podcast, Using Innovative Simulation Strategies to Dismantle Systemic Racism Continued
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
In this special bonus episode of The Forum Podcast, Samreen Vora (Children’s Minnesota) and Brittany Dahlen (Children’s Minnesota) answer questions from listeners that attended our August 19, 2021 webinar Using Innovative Simulation Strategies to Dismantle Systemic Racism.
September Auggie Pride Award Winners
submitted by voigtj@augsburg.edu
Congratulations to our two Auggie Pride Award winners for the month of September, Katie Detwiler and Jon Mergens, both staff members in the academic advising department. Katie and Jon have worked tirelessly in the last month to support new transfers, first-years, and returning students register for classes, navigate financial barriers, and prepare for the beginning of the semester. Academic advising is proud to have them here at Augsburg and our staff senate is happy to recognize their amazing work. Congratulations Katie and Jon!!
Daily Chapel: Pastor Justin Lind-Ayres
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Join us in Hoversten at 11:30 am to hear Pastor Justin Lind-Ayres preach on his last day at Augsburg. We will offer a sending blessing as he leaves to begin work in a congregation. Chapel services are recorded and available on the Campus Ministry YouTube Channel.
Perspectives on the Opioid Crisis in the Somali Community
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Thursday, September 30 at 4-5 pm
Webinar sponsored by Interfaith at Augsburg and Muslim Student Association with thanks to the Batalden Ethics Grant
Please join us for a panel discussion moderated by MSA president Sharmarke Omar with:
Imam Abdisalam Adam, Islamic Civic Society of America; Assistant Principal of Highland High School in St. Paul; former Augsburg Interfaith Fellow
Farhia Budul, CPRS, CPP, FPRS, Founder, Niyyah Recovery Initiative
Niyyah Recovery Initiative (NRI) is the first Recovery Community Organization in the nation to provide culturally responsive peer recovery support, education, awareness and advocacy in the East African immigrant, refugee, and Muslim population in Minnesota.
Cadnaan Deeq, former Augsburg student
Description:
At a time when the local Somali community is facing a crisis of opioid addiction, we will hear the perspectives of a community leader and educator, an expert in culturally responsive peer recovery support, and a student. In addition to learning more about the crisis we will focus on ways religious communities, health care providers and Augsburg are responding and might collaborate in the future. There will be time for questions from participants.
Registration
Register in advance for this webinar:
https://augsburg.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lEW5MOKmTZqlCv-eLEEPxQ
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
Fulbright Adventures in Finland: Mathematical Models from Soil to Satellite
submitted by dupont@augsburg.edu
All are welcome to join us for the upcoming mathematics colloquium presented by John Zobitz, Professor of Mathematics and Data Science.
Wednesday, October 6, 2021
3:10 – 4:10 PM
Hagfors 150A
Fulbright adventures in Finland: Mathematical models from soil to satellite
The Fulbright program supports students and faculty to engage in international exchanges and scholarship abroad. Last year I was fortunate to travel abroad with my family (even during a pandemic!) to Finland to work on a project that developed mathematical models for soil carbon following forest fires. This project involved an interesting mix of mathematics, data science, and some extra persistence and perseverance. This talk will describe some of the lessons learned from Finland, describe the project results, and provide perspectives on how ecological data informs mathematical models.
Come for the opportunity to learn about a fascinating country and stay for some interesting data visualization!
TODAY: TriBeta Plant Sale
submitted by vaneck@augsburg.edu
TriBeta and the Biology Dept. Greenhouse are holding their annual plant sale!
Date: Thursday, September 30
Time: 10 a.m. — 3 pm.
Where: Lobby of the Christensen Center
Stop by and pick up a new green friend for your dorm room or office windowsill! We’ll have a great selection of easy-care species, string plants, succulents, carnivorous plants, and even a few sought-after aroids. We have very limited numbers of the most desirable plants, so get there early!
Cash only. Plant prices start at $5, and earnings go directly toward supporting TriBeta and Greenhouse activities.
No Resume and Cover Letter Drop-in Hours from 9-12 p.m.
submitted by grayk2@augsburg.edu
There will be no resume and cover letter drop in hours from 9am-12pm today (Friday, October 1st). We apologize for any inconvenience. However, you can still drop-in for a resume or cover letter review today from 12-2pm.
Online, on-demand resume and cover letter resources are available on Strommen Community Moodle.
Gilman Scholarship for Study Abroad – App Due on Tuesday
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
The Gilman Scholarship for Study Abroad applications are due October 5. This is for programs that start in Spring, summer, fall 2022, or go for the academic year 22-23.
Plan ahead to give yourself time to submit a solid application. Feel free to contact the Study Abroad & Away office if you have questions.
To be eligible for the Gilman a student must be a U.S. citizen and receiving a Federal Pell Grant during the time of application or during the term of the study abroad program or internship
Have questions? Get in touch:
studyabroad.augsburg.edu
Short Study Away in NYC or Italy on Spring Break
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Did you know you can study off-campus on spring break!? Two spring semester programs have a travel component on spring break, with various course options for each, and both programs fulfills the Augsburg Experience requirement. These programs are open to students in good standing:
****ISLAM IN THE USA, traveling to NYC … choose one course:
HIS 195 (Humanities credit) or RLN 205 (Search for Meaning II credit)
see website, linked below, for full course and program details
****WRITING LA DOLCE VITA: FOOD, CULTURE AND ART IN ITALY … choose 1 or 2 courses:
ENL 221 – Writing about Art and Popular Culture
ENL 324 –Creative Non-Fiction
HIS 170 — Food: A Global History, fulfills a Humanities requirement
HIS 440 — Topics: Food: A Global History
see website, linked below, for full course and program details
Applications for these programs are due November 1 — use the link below!
Got questions? Get in touch:
abroad@augsburg.edu, or stop by Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center
Get all the details and apply online at the Center for Global Education & Experience website.
Study Abroad with Augsburg in Mexico – Semester or Summer
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Center for Global Education and Experience in Mexico offers Auggies the opportunity to spend a semester or summer in Mexico with a focus on experiential-style learning, social justice, and community connections. Classes are small and personalized, and programs in Mexico are among the most affordable of all our programs abroad. Check out the options:
SEMESTER PROGRAMS:
~~Liberal Arts, Migration, and Social Change semester (fall or spring)
~~Communication and Media studies (fall only)
~~Social Work in a Latin American Context (spring only)
SUMMER PROGRAMS:
~~Spanish Language and Culture (all levels of Spanish available)
~~Medical Spanish and Clinical Observership (upper level Spanish required)
APPLY BY
~~November 1 – for spring semester programs
~~March 1 – for summer or fall semester programs
Remote Rocketry Lessons this Fall
submitted by stottrup@augsburg.edu
Would you like to take Remote Rocketry Lessons and learn to Build a High Powered Rocket! Learn valuable skills in engineering and design. Maybe even earn your own license in High Powered Rocketry.
Interested, join our first organizational meeting Wednesday, October 6th, Hagfors 150 B/C @10:35. For more information contact Stottrup@augsburg.edu .
Check out a previous launch video!
Employer Table Today: ACES 4 Kids Hiring
submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu
Stop by and visit with representatives who are eager to meet Auggies on Thursday, September 30th 10:30-1:00 at a table in the lobby of the Christensen Center.
ACES (Athletes Committed to Educating Students) is an innovative out-of-school-time program that brings math and social-emotional learning to life for Twin Cities students. Our hands-on curriculum, individual mentorship, and once-in-a-lifetime field trip opportunities help students develop crucial academic and life skills – all through the exciting lens of sports. In partnership with Minnesota’s professional and collegiate sports teams, ACES is tackling the academic opportunity gap and preparing young learners to succeed in school, career, and community.
ACES is looking to hire staff 2021-2022 school year program. To learn more
https://aces4kids.org/program
Congratulations to Isaac Tadé ’21
submitted by kipper@augsburg.edu
Isaac Tadé, “21 Biology, started dental school at the University of Minnesota where he received the Xhonga Scholarship, $60,000 over four years, and was also awarded a National Health Service Corps Scholarship which covers tuition and fees and provides a monthly stipend. The NHSC Scholarship requires a commitment to work in an underserved community which has always been Isaac’s goal.
Big Interview – Virtual Practice Interview Tool
submitted by grayk2@augsburg.edu
Use Big Interview to learn and practice your interview skills, whether you’re interviewing for a job or graduate school.
Big Interview is an online platform where you can practice answering real interview questions before you have to do the real thing.
About Big Interview
Have you ever wondered how to answer the question “What is your greatest weakness” or “Why do you want to work here”? On Big Interview you will get a chance to answer these questions and more. You can video record your responses to interview questions to review yourself or send to a friend to provide you with feedback.
Big Interview includes:
-A robust Video and Written Curriculum for both visual and auditory learners
-A Virtual Interview Practice Tool that mimics a real-life interview
-Artificial Intelligence that immediately evaluates answers and provides feedback for improvement
-Quizzes and Worksheets to reinforce learning
-A Resume Builder, templates, and lessons on writing and formatting a first resume
-Lessons on professional communication skills, workplace etiquette, social media presence, wardrobe, body language and much, much more
Click here to log into Big Interview. You will use your Augsburg University Credentials to log in.
Employer Table TODAY: Aces 4 Kids
submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu
Stop by and visit with representatives who are eager to meet Auggies on Thursday, September 30th 10:30-1:00 at a table in the lobby of the Christensen Center.
ACES (Athletes Committed to Educating Students) is an innovative out-of-school-time program that brings math and social-emotional learning to life for Twin Cities students. Our hands-on curriculum, individual mentorship, and once-in-a-lifetime field trip opportunities help students develop crucial academic and life skills – all through the exciting lens of sports. In partnership with Minnesota’s professional and collegiate sports teams, ACES is tackling the academic opportunity gap and preparing young learners to succeed in school, career, and community.
ACES is looking to hire staff 2021-2022 school year program. To learn more
https://aces4kids.org/program
Back in the Classroom: the Impact of COVID on Faculty
submitted by greenj@augsburg.edu
Please join Ellie Olson, Director of Augsburg’s Center for Wellness and Counseling, on Tuesday, October 5, from 3:45-4:45 pm for her Zoom session “Back in the Classroom: the Impact of COVID on Faculty”. Despite our desire to return to campus with a sense of comfort and predictability, this semester seems likely to be one of continuing challenge and transition. But we HAVE learned some things from the past eighteen months that we can use to our advantage. This session will create space for faculty to name and reflect on the emotional and cognitive impact COVID has had on them, with guidance on how to manage and respond to that impact as you enter the classroom again. The target audience for this session is teaching faculty and staff, but the session is open to all. This event will be hosted by Matthew Maruggi and Katie Clark, members of the Faculty Development Committee.
This session is part of the Faculty Development Committee’s “Promoting Faculty Balance” Series
Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium, October 5
submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu
The Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium
Tuesday, October 5, 2021
11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Foss Center, Hoversten Chapel
All Things Are New: The Language of Our Life in the Face of Empire
Brian Bantum, PhD
Neil F. And Ila A. Fisher Professor of Theology
Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary
It’s difficult to remember a time when there was order and expectation. Uncertainty and chaos feel like the norm. Problems seem too big to overcome, and words are too weak to point a way forward. How do we speak of God? How do we live in the face of chaos? As we begin a new season, let us reflect on a God who creates in the chaos and becomes flesh in the face of empire.
Brian Bantum, PhD, writes, speaks, and teaches on identity, racial imagination, creating spaces of justice, and the intersection of theology and embodiment for audiences around the United States. He is a contributing editor of The Christian Century and is the author of “Redeeming Mulatto: A Theology of Race and Christian Hybridity,” “The Death of Race: Building a New Christianity in a Racial World,” and “Choosing Us: Marriage and Mutual Flourishing in a World of Difference,” which he co-authored with his spouse, Gail Song Bantum.
About the Christensen Symposium
The Christensen Symposium provides the opportunity to explore and apply the lessons rooted in former Augsburg President Bernhard M. Christensen’s legacy:
• Christian faith liberates minds and lives.
• Diversity strengthens vital communities.
• Interfaith friendships enrich learning.
• The love of Christ draws us to God.
• We are called to service in the world.
Back To School, Keep Your Cool With 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”.
Summer Language Study with Critical Language Scholarship
submitted by raym@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.
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
The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS. Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 8th.
Paid Summer Program to Study Public Policy
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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 2022 and August 2023. 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.
Contact URGO at urgo@augsburg.edu and reference your interest in PPIA before October 1 to set up a meeting to learn more.
CTL’s Guide for Adapting to Increases in Student Absences Due to COVID-19
submitted by greenj@augsburg.edu
In this time of COVID-19, there will likely be more student absences due to mandated quarantining and/or a positive COVID-19 test, even though a student feels well enough to continue in the class. Although the “best” way to address this situation depends upon the course structure, learning outcomes, and pedagogies used, CTL has put together some (mostly) universal “Do’s” and “Don’ts” that can maintain student learning and minimize any additional work (and stress!) for faculty. Please see the Guidelines linked below. And please don’t hesitate to reach out to any of the CTL Fellows for a personal consultation! If they can’t help you create a possible solution, they can refer you to somebody who can.
HR and Payroll Forms Due Friday, October 1
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HR or Payroll Forms
Please submit any change forms you may have for your benefits to HR by noon Friday, October 1st to be processed on the October 8th pay date. This includes routine forms for HSA, retirement, direct deposit and tax withholding changes. Email payroll@augsburg.edu if you have questions or need assistance.
Reminder: You can access forms on the new HR Website which is linked below.
Time Sheets
Please submit your timesheet by the end of the day Friday, October 1st so your supervisor has time to approve it by the Monday, October 4th; noon deadline.
Secure Link to Human Resources & Payroll
To protect your information, forms containing sensitive data such as bank accounts or social security numbers should not be emailed. For a secure delivery link go to https://augsburg.leapfile.net/ for submission.
Please contact hr@augsburg.edu and cc Payroll for questions.
Thank you!
– Your HR & Payroll Team
Human Resources Website
Short-term Abroad and Away in Summer 2022
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
It’s not too early to plan for summer. Short-term study abroad away programs programs in summer are a great way to earn credits, and have a unique, off-campus experience at the same time. Summer 2022 has several opportunities, each with different course options and locations, and only travels about 2-3 weeks. Check them out!
**Community, Arts, and Culture in PUERTO RICO, U.S.A.
**Economic Crisis, Small Business, and Ethics in GREECE
**Innovation & Design in the NETHERLANDS: Past & Present
**Music Therapy in SOUTH AFRICA
Applications for these programs are due January 31 — use the link below!
Got questions? Get in touch: abroad@augsburg.edu, or stop by Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center
Get all the details and apply online at the Center for Global Education & Experience website.
Gilman Scholarship for Study Abroad – App Due on October 5
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The Gilman Scholarship for Study Abroad applications are due October 5. This is for programs that start in Spring, summer, fall 2022, or go for the academic year 22-23.
Plan ahead to give yourself time to submit a solid application. Feel free to contact the Study Abroad & Away office if you have questions.
To be eligible for the Gilman a student must be a U.S. citizen and receiving a Federal Pell Grant during the time of application or during the term of the study abroad program or internship
Have questions? Get in touch:
studyabroad.augsburg.edu
Study Abroad with Augsburg in Central America or Southern Africa
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Augsburg Center for Global Education and Experience in Central America and Southern Africa offer Auggies the opportunity to spend a transformative semester immersed in community abroad. With a small cohort of peers, you will engage with the courses, the places you visit, and the people you meet. These programs are perfect for students who enjoy experiential, hands-on learning. The programs listed below are available in both fall and spring semesters. You can use all your financial aid, receive an automatic $1500 Travel Grant, and you can apply for additional scholarships, too!
Check out the options:
CENTRAL AMERICA: Peace, Justice, and Community Engagement
~~three countries in one semester: Guatemala, Costa Rica, El Salvador
~~Courses in Spanish, Religion, History or Women’s & Gender Studies, and Political Science
~~Host family stays help you improve Spanish skills quickly
~~All courses in English, no Spanish knowledge required
SOUTHERN AFRICA: Nation Building and Decolonizing the Mind
~~travel to South Africa and Namibia in one semester
~~courses in History, Political Science, Religion, Environmental Studies, Wellness
~~Internships available in a variety of fields
APPLY BY
~~November 1 – for spring semester programs
~~March 1 – for fall semester programs
Get more information about classes and costs, and apply online here
Due October 1 – Spring ‘22 Semester-long Study Abroad and Away Applications
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Applications for semester-long spring study abroad and away programs are due October 1. This includes all semester programs at Augsburg Exchange Partner and affiliate programs.
For semester programs at Augsburg CGEE locations in Mexico, Central America, and Southern Africa, October 1 is the priority deadline, with a final deadline of November 1.
Anyone with questions about semester-long study abroad programs should contact abroad@augsburg.edu
Fellowship Fridays
submitted by robinson@augsburg.edu
How is the return to the not-so-normal classroom going? The pandemic is not over. Resilience is not a given, but we are all in this together and we need to get out of together. So, let’s get together and talk about it! Teaching staff and faculty join guest host Sarah Degner Riveros at 4:30 this Friday to talk about the ups and downs of this not-so-normal year.
https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/93915792817?pwd=M3NYWHlkSGtIK2tQM3JwU1JKNjBPUT09
A Liberated Love Note – For Black Folks in DEI When “Doin’ The Work” No Longer Feels Like Enough
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
In this episode of The Forum Podcast, Brittany J. Harris (also known as Brittany Janay) shares a thoughtful note of affirmation and loving accountability to Black folks working in DEI. The toll of working in DEI while Black is well documented and there are not many spaces that center the healing and nurturing that this toll calls for—particularly as Black practitioners work to dismantle the very same systems they too are impacted by.
Personal Care Assistants Needed
submitted by barrienb@augsburg.edu
Hi! My name is Bella and I am a second year student here at Augsburg studying graphic design. I am currently trying to find personal care assistants to help me in my day to day life here on campus. This would include getting me ready for the day, helping me get set up for class and assisting me around campus. I am currently looking for people who would want to work some hours during this Fall semester! If you are a pre-med or nursing student, this is a great opportunity to get experience with patient care. Plus, you get to be paid to have fun!
I really enjoy getting coffee, watching Netflix, drawing, and painting. I consider all my assistants as my friends and if you work for me, you are guaranteed a good time! If you are interested, please text me at: 612-345-2855 or email me at barrienb@augsburg.edu. Hope you will join
Timely Notice: Vehicle Thefts on the Minneapolis Campus
submitted by erchula@augsburg.edu
On September 29, Augsburg’s Department of Public Safety received multiple reports of vehicles being stolen out of Lot B between 11:00 A.M on September 28 and 11:00 A.M. on September 29. One report involved two vehicles which were left unlocked with the keys left in the vehicles; these vehicles were stolen between 6:15 A.M. and 6:20 A.M. on Wednesday September 29. A second report stated a single vehicle was taken between 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday September 28 and 11:00 A.M on Wednesday September 29. Both reports have been shared with the Minneapolis Police, who are actively investigating the thefts. No suspect descriptions are available at this time.
Augsburg Public Safety and the Minneapolis Police (MPD) are currently investigating these incidents. Anyone who may have information regarding these incidents is urged to contact MPD or Augsburg DPS at 612-330-1717.
For the complete Timely Notice and Safety Tips, please visit the Augsburg Public Safety website.
Summer Language Study with Critical Language Scholarship
submitted by raym@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.
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
The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS. Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 8th.
Personal Care Assistants Needed
submitted by barrienb@augsburg.edu
Hi! My name is Bella and I am a second year student here at Augsburg studying graphic design. I am currently trying to find personal care assistants to help me in my day to day life here on campus. This would include getting me ready for the day, helping me get set up for class and assisting me around campus. I am currently looking for people who would want to work some hours during this Fall semester! If you are a pre-med or nursing student, this is a great opportunity to get experience with patient care. Plus, you get to be paid to have fun! Receive a 500 dollar bonus if you work until the end of the semester.
I really enjoy getting coffee, watching Netflix, drawing, and painting. I consider all my assistants as my friends and if you work for me, you are guaranteed a good time! If you are interested, please text me at: 612-345-2855 or email me at barrienb@augsburg.edu. Hope you will join!
On-campus Job: Get Paid for Writing and Editing
submitted by weirick@augsburg.edu
Do you love writing—and rewriting until it’s just right?
Do your friends ask you to proofread an assignment before they submit it?
Do you have a strong opinion on the Oxford comma?
Are you already thinking about how you’d rewrite this A-mail post?
This job may be a good fit for you.
Augsburg’s marketing and communication team is searching for a detail-oriented, highly motivated student with excellent written and verbal communication skills who wants to get hands-on experience writing and editing for marketing and editorial content.
Read the job description and apply today.
Career Coaching Appointments Available
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Looking for a job or internship? Need to register your academic internship or Augsburg Experience for spring 2022? Interested in exploring majors or careers? Want to practice your interviewing skills? The Strommen Center can help you with all these things!
Schedule an appointment with a team member in Handshake today!
Don’t forget to have your resume and/cover letter reviewed by one of our trained Career Peer Advisors. Drop-in hours are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 9am-2pm and Thursdays from 9-11am. Christensen Center, Suite 100. Across from Einstein’s.
Please note: There will be no drop-in hours from 9am-12pm this coming Friday, October 1st. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Click here to schedule an appointment with a career coach in Handshake.
New – Engaging Religious Diversity in the Workplace: Building Your Interfaith Strategy and Skillset
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
When: November 8, 2021 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm CST
Where: Online/Virtual Conference
Cost: $95
Level: Intermediate
Presenters: Eboo Patel, Interfaith Youth Core (IFYC) | Farah Siddiqui, Salesforce | Megan Hughes Johnson, Interfaith Youth Core
This event is part of The Forum’s new Professional Development Labs learning series. More information below. This course is SHRM and HRCI certified and counts as four (4) Continuing Education Units (CEU).
Americans encounter more religious diversity at work than in any other sphere of life, yet religion is too often left out of the diversity conversation. Many of us are uncomfortable talking about religion at work because we are afraid of offending our colleagues or wading into uncertain legal territory, but engaging religious diversity can lead to stronger team culture and better relationships with clients and consumers. Join Interfaith Youth Core (IFYC) for a Professional Development Lab that will give you the chance to explore issues of religious identity and diversity at work, develop your interfaith skillset, and create an action plan for how you will engage religious and secular identity in your workplace.
Learning Outcomes
1. Learn why engaging religious diversity matters in the workplace
2. Identify concrete skills to engage religious diversity and enhance workplace culture
3. Create a customized action plan for how to engage religious diversity productively in your workplace
Action Planning Breakouts
Unique to the PDL learning experience, each PDL includes Action Planning Breakout Sessions. The Action Planning Breakout Sessions give individuals a chance to participate in small group work that results in having their own goal-oriented action plan to take what they learned at the PDL and apply it in their workplace or organization. This PDL has three concurrent and different breakout sessions. Participants can choose a breakout session that best applies to their circumstance.
Earn Credits by Studying Abroad in Summer 2022
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Short-term study abroad & away programs in summer are a great way to earn credits, get off-campus, and do something a little different! Summer 2022 has several short program options, each with different course choices, and you only commit to 2-3 weeks of travel. All programs fulfil the Augsburg Experience requirement. Check them out!
****Community, Arts, and Culture in PUERTO RICO, USA
One course opton: THR 295 – Art for Social Change, fulfills a Fine Arts requirement
****Economic Crisis, Small Business, and Ethics in GREECE
Choose one course: Business, Economics, and Ethics in the Greek context: BUS 495, ECO 495, or Keystone 490
****Innovation & Design in the NETHERLANDS: Past & Present
Choose one ART and one HIS course:
Innovation in the Netherlands – HIS 195 (fulfills Humanities requirement) or HIS 440 (upper elective)
and
Intro or Advanced Digital Photography – ART 133 (fulfills Fine Arts requirement) or ART 333
****Music Therapy in SOUTH AFRICA
Choose one course: MUS 374 or 474 – Music Therapy Practicum
Grad student course options: MUS 511 and/or MUS 582
****Augsburg in MEXICO
Spanish language courses: beginner to advanced levels, as well as specialty courses in Medical Spanish and Spanish for Ministry
Applications for these programs are due January 31 — use the link below!
Got questions? Get in touch: abroad@augsburg.edu, or stop by Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center
Gilman Scholarship for Study Abroad – App Due on October 5
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
The Gilman Scholarship for Study Abroad applications are due October 5. This is for programs that start in Spring, summer, fall 2022, or go for the academic year 22-23.
Plan ahead to give yourself time to submit a solid application. Feel free to contact the Study Abroad & Away office if you have questions.
To be eligible for the Gilman a student must be a U.S. citizen and receiving a Federal Pell Grant during the time of application or during the term of the study abroad program or internship
Have questions? Get in touch:
studyabroad.augsburg.edu