submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
In this episode of The Forum Podcast, Ashley Oolman (Lifeworks) leads listeners through a discussion about how disability status may not be as protected as other classes in the workplace.
Author: Blessing
Resume and Cover Letter Resources
submitted by grayk2@augsburg.edu
A resume is the first piece of information about you a potential employer will see. It’s crucial that it is prepared well. Meeting with a student Career Peer Advisor is a great way to get specific feedback and tailor the document to the position you want. Our Career Peer Advisors are ready to help you Tuesdays-Fridays 11am-4pm via Zoom. https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/93298957782
Additional resume and cover letter resources are also available on the new and improved Strommen Community Moodle Site.
Recruiting Augsburg Undergraduate Students – Earn a $10 e-gift card
submitted by koh@augsburg.edu
Have your voice heard!
Please sign-up for ONE small focus group (max 5 students per group, see dates below) to share your opinion about our convocation series at Augsburg University.
• Friday, Oct. 2nd, 4-5pm
• Tuesday., Oct. 6th, 7-8pm
• Wednesday, October 14th, 3-4pm
The goal of these focus groups is to hear Augsburg student experiences to inform changes in our convocation series. We will use the opinions of those who participate to inform changes moving forward. Notes (taken by a student volunteer in the group, and Prof. Koh) from the focus groups will be compiled and shared with Provost Karen Kaivola. Participants are required to sign-up in advance; each student will receive a $10 e-gift card.
If you’re interested, please email Prof. Koh (koh@augsburg.edu) to sign up. Space is limited to a total of 16 students.
Summer Internships with U.S. Bank -Apply by 10/1
submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu
U.S. Bank is one of the Strommen Career & Internship Services employer partners and they are hiring over 100 summer 2021 interns!! They also have full-time entry level positions posted. All hiring is finalized in early October, so don’t miss out!
Types of roles:
• Accounting
• Business analyst
• Community banking
• Data analytics
• Digital engagement
• Finance
• Human Resources
• Marketing/
Communications
• Legal*
• Operations services
• Portfolio management
• Relationship management
• Risk management and
compliance
• Software development
• Technology services
• Strategy*
* graduate program only
The application process is easy, find the position on Handshake that interests you and click apply! You will be asked to upload your resume .
Need help with your resume: Strommen Center offers Resume Reviews
Tuesday-Friday 11:00-4:00 Zoom link: https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/93298957782
Register for the virtual Retirewise Workshop Series (starts Oct 1)
submitted by kimbrou@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Wellbeing is again offering the Retirewise program to faculty and staff. Spouses and partners are also welcome to attend. Retirewise is a financial and retirement education program presented by MetLife and is coordinated by our benefits broker, NFP.
This program has been well received in the past, so we encourage you to take advantage of the opportunity to participate in this complimentary, practical and straightforward workshop series. It doesn’t matter how much or how little planning you’ve done, or if your retirement is many years away, you’ll find the Retirewise workshops worthwhile.
Each Retirewise session has different topics that build on each other.
Building the Foundation
Creating & Managing Wealth
Establishing Your Retirement Income Stream
Making the Most of What You Have
With Retirewise, you’ll be on your way to making smarter financial decisions and creating an action plan that works for you.
Virtual Workshop Details:
Session 1: Thursday, October 01, 2020
Session 2: Thursday, October 08, 2020
Session 3: Thursday, October 15, 2020
Session 4: Thursday, October 22, 2020
Time: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm CST
For more detailed information about this virtual workshop series, and to register for the event, follow the link below. Webinar instructions will be provided in confirmation and reminder emails. If asked for company name, enter Augsburg University.
Staff Senate Nominations due Today
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
The deadline for nominations is today at 5:00 pm! Staff Senate is accepting nominations for two open seats. To nominate someone to serve on Staff Senate, or to nominate yourself, please fill out this form by clicking on this link https://forms.gle/exzHv3qsucyRffo48.
Augsburg staff will be able to vote for Staff Senate nominees from October 2 to October 9. The winners will be announced by October 21.
For more information on Staff Senate, visit our website at https://inside.augsburg.edu/staffsenate/.
URGO Academic-Year Research Application Available
submitted by tengwalm@augsburg.edu
Each year URGO offers $1,325 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.
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 14th.
If you have any questions about undergraduate research opportunities, please contact Dixie Shafer at shafer@augsburg.edu or urgo@augsburg.edu.
URGO Federal Work-Study Research Pilot Program
submitted by tengwalm@augsburg.edu
This is a pilot program supporting undergraduate research students through federal work-study funds. We are limiting the number of student researchers supported during the 20-21 academic year to 12 students and funding will be determined by a first-come, first-serve basis. Faculty from any discipline who need assistance with their research from a student are invited to participate in the pilot. An individual faculty member may propose only one student position who will work 5-20 hours per week and no more than their federal work-study allotment. During the 20-21 academic year, the research projects must follow Augsburg’s guidelines regarding Covid-19.
Please note that the student eligibility for federal work-study and the total number of hours must be confirmed by Human Resources after you complete this form. Open until all 12 positions are filled.
If the student will work 100 hours or less total, we recommend applying instead for the URGO Academic Year research grant.
Questions contact Human Resources at studentemployment@augsburg.edu
2020-2021 Federal Work-Study Student Researcher Request Form
8:46 Prayer and Presence
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Each Friday all are welcome to hold silence at 10:40 am for 8 minutes and 46 seconds as we remember George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, (and others) and our call for racial justice in God’s world. Pastoral presence is available in Hoversten Chapel for support and prayer. Pastor Babette Chatman will be available in the chapel at 10:40 – 11:00 am.
Each Friday, one of the Campus Ministry pastors will offer a prayer for the community. Today, Pastor Justin LInd-Ayres offers a Prayer of Lament and Thanksgiving
https://www.augsburg.edu/campusministry/2020/09/24/a-prayer-of-lamentation-and-thanksgiving/
Chapel Videos are available on the Campus Ministry YouTube channel.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0e0mF3GVHSH-gArCrObyyg?view_as=subscriber
Literary Sesquicentennial Release
submitted by green@augsburg.edu
Murphy Square 1975-2020: A Sesquicentennial Sampler of Literature by Augsburg Students will be released digitally in October as part of Augsburg’s 150th anniversary. This anthology was edited by students in Advanced Studies in Writing between 2016 and 2019. Look for further news here. Ultimately, we hope to be able to offer print versions as well.
Gilman Scholarship Workshop Recording available
submitted by dvorak@augsburg.edu
Did you miss the Gilman Scholarship Workshop today? No problem! Watch the recording on CGEEs YouTube channel at the link below. Check the description for a link to a helpful worksheet you can use while watching! You’ll end up with some great ideas for your essays.
There are lots of ways to learn more about the Gilman Scholarship!
TODAY – AMA (AskMeAnything) 2pm on Instagram live
Gilman Staff and student alums answer your questions!
NEXT WEEK — Tuesday Sept 30
Application Workshop 1030-11am on Zoom
Augsburg staff will walk through what makes a great application and answer your questions
ANYTIME — meet with one of the Study Abroad/Away advisors to talk about program options.
We have a great track record of Auggie Gilman Scholarship WINNERS — and maybe that will include YOU!
Applications are due Oct 6 for next Spring, Summer or Fall 2021 as well as Academic Year 2021-2022!
Questions? Contact abroad@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Bold Speaker TODAY: Katie Clark | Open to the community.
submitted by alamilla@augsburg.edu
Our Augsburg Bold speaker series kicks-off today Friday, Sept. 25 at 3:10–3:50 p.m. with Katie Clark ’10 MAN, ’14 DNP. Katie will be presenting “Being Bold: Caring while in Solidarity”.
Anyone in the community—students, faculty, or staff—can register.
About the presentation: During this presentation, stories will be shared of providing care to people experiencing homelessness in Minneapolis in the wake of COVID-19 and the recent unrest. These efforts, grounded in the work of the Health Commons, a nursing-led drop-in center organized by Augsburg University’s Department of Nursing, will demonstrate how Auggies connect to the community in ways that uplift mission-driven work as it asks us all to be bold.
Requesting Sanitizing Supplies
submitted by alamilla@augsburg.edu
Please put in a custodial request to refill hand sanitizer in building dispensers if they’re empty as well as for more disinfectant wipes, towels, and spray for cleaning up common spaces in offices and similar shared spaces after use.
Augsburg Bold Speaker TOMORROW: Katie Clark | Open to the community.
submitted by cashdar@augsburg.edu
Our Augsburg Bold speaker series kicks-off tomorrow Friday, Sept. 25 with Katie Clark ’10 MAN, ’14 DNP. Katie will be presenting “Being Bold: Caring while in Solidarity”.
Anyone in the community—students, faculty, or staff—can register.
About the presentation: During this presentation, stories will be shared of providing care to people experiencing homelessness in Minneapolis in the wake of COVID-19 and the recent unrest. These efforts, grounded in the work of the Health Commons, a nursing-led drop-in center organized by Augsburg University’s Department of Nursing, will demonstrate how Auggies connect to the community in ways that uplift mission-driven work as it asks us all to be bold.
Friday – Internship and Career Recruiting Fair
submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu
Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors are invited to attend the virtual Minnesota Private Colleges Fall Internship & Career Fair on Friday, September 25th. Cost is FREE!
Why Should You Attend?
By attending the Job Fair, you will have the opportunity to network with 30+ Minnesota, regional, and national companies. Many are hiring NOW for summer 2021 internships and full-time careers spring 2021.
Employers will be hiring in all areas of business, including; consulting, banking, finance, actuarial science, stats/data science, technology, business analysis, management and leadership training/development, and project management.
Registration Process:
*Step #1 – Register on Handshake
*Step #2 – Register on the virtual fair platform “Brazen” (link provided after you register on Handshake)
See Registered Employers – https://www.mnpcfallfair.org/
Register & Learn More
October 1: Tech Tune-up Debrief Session
submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu
Thursday, October 1 | Tech Tune-up Debrief Session | 3 pm – 4:00 pm
The E-Learning team invites you to share what you have been experiencing at the start of this extraordinary semester:
*What is working well for you and what have you discovered that you are excited about?
*What have you encountered that you didn’t anticipate and how are you dealing with this?
*What questions do you need answered? (If we can’t supply the answer during the hour we will note your question(s) and get back to you individually)
*What would you like to get more training on?
It looks like this virus isn’t going away any time soon, so please help us learn how we can better equip you to teach effectively in the remote classroom.
Tech Tune-up Debrief Session (can only be viewed with an Augsburg email address)
TOMORROW is Fellowship Friday
submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu
Fridays | “Fellowship Fridays” | 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm, ZOOM
CTL is joining Bridget Robinson-Riegler, Psychology Professor and member of Faculty Senate, to bring you Fellowship Fridays support sessions. All faculty members and teaching staff are invited to gather and share their experiences with teaching, learning, and advising in this strange new world. – we’ll trade ideas, advice, highs, lows, successes, and failures – or maybe we’ll just plain old vent. Most importantly, we will attempt to inoculate ourselves against one of the more insidious side effects of this pandemic – isolation. So grab a cup of coffee or tea, or pour a glass of wine, and Zoom in to support your fellow instructors and work through this challenging time together.
Fellowship Fridays ZOOM Information (This doc is only accessible with an Augsburg email address.)
Register for the virtual Retirewise Workshop Series (starts Oct 1)
submitted by kimbrou@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Wellbeing is again offering the Retirewise program to faculty and staff. Spouses and partners are also welcome to attend. Retirewise is a financial and retirement education program presented by MetLife and is coordinated by our benefits broker, NFP.
This program has been well received in the past, so we encourage you to take advantage of the opportunity to participate in this complimentary, practical and straightforward workshop series. It doesn’t matter how much or how little planning you’ve done, or if your retirement is many years away, you’ll find the Retirewise workshops worthwhile.
Each Retirewise session has different topics that build on each other.
Building the Foundation
Creating & Managing Wealth
Establishing Your Retirement Income Stream
Making the Most of What You Have
With Retirewise, you’ll be on your way to making smarter financial decisions and creating an action plan that works for you.
Virtual Workshop Details:
Session 1: Thursday, October 01, 2020
Session 2: Thursday, October 08, 2020
Session 3: Thursday, October 15, 2020
Session 4: Thursday, October 22, 2020
Time: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm CST
For more detailed information about this virtual workshop series, and to register for the event, follow the link below. Webinar instructions will be provided in confirmation and reminder emails. If asked for company name, enter Augsburg University.
URGO Academic-Year Research Application Available
submitted by tengwalm@augsburg.edu
Each year URGO offers $1,325 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.
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 14th.
If you have any questions about undergraduate research opportunities, please contact Dixie Shafer at shafer@augsburg.edu or urgo@augsburg.edu.
Find the application at URGO’s website.
URGO Federal Work-Study Research Pilot Program
submitted by tengwalm@augsburg.edu
This is a pilot program supporting undergraduate research students through federal work-study funds. We are limiting the number of student researchers supported during the 20-21 academic year to 12 students and funding will be determined by a first-come, first-serve basis. Faculty from any discipline who need assistance with their research from a student are invited to participate in the pilot. An individual faculty member may propose only one student position who will work 5-20 hours per week and no more than their federal work-study allotment. During the 20-21 academic year, the research projects must follow Augsburg’s guidelines regarding Covid-19.
Please note that the student eligibility for federal work-study and the total number of hours must be confirmed by Human Resources after you complete this form. Open until all 12 positions are filled.
If the student will work 100 hours or less total, we recommend applying instead for the URGO Academic Year research grant.
Questions contact Human Resources at studentemployment@augsburg.edu
2020-2021 Federal Work-Study Student Researcher Request Form
Resources to Create an Effective Resume
submitted by grayk2@augsburg.edu
Did you know, most employers will decide whether or not to consider your resume within six seconds? Develop a resume that demonstrates your attention to detail. Make sure your resume is formatted properly with bulleted statements and is free of errors. Visit our student Career Peer Advisors during virtual drop-in hours Tuesdays-Fridays 11am-4pm via Zoom. https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/93298957782
Additional resume and cover letter resources are also available on the new and improved Strommen Community Moodle Site.
We Need Your Voice — Calling all Undergraduate Students
submitted by koh@augsburg.edu
Recruiting Augsburg undergraduate students – earn a $10 e-gift card
Please sign-up for ONE small focus group (max 5 students per group, see dates below) to share your opinion about our convocation series at Augsburg University.
• Friday, Oct. 2nd, 4-5pm
• Tuesday., Oct. 6th, 7-8pm
• Wednesday, October 14th, 3-4pm
The goal of these focus groups is to hear Augsburg student experiences to inform changes in our convocation series. We will use the opinions of those who participate to inform changes moving forward. Notes (taken by a student volunteer in the group, and Prof. Koh) from the focus groups will be compiled and shared with Provost Karen Kaivola. Participants are required to sign-up in advance; each student will receive a $10 e-gift card.
If you’re interested, please email Prof. Koh (koh@augsburg.edu) to sign up. Space is limited to a total of 16 students.
Students with International Citizenship: $10,000 Grant Opportunity
submitted by hermansb@augsburg.edu
As a member of the Institute of International Education, Augsburg University has been invited to nominate up to 5 students for consideration for the Western Union Foundation Grant which will deliver support to up to 25 students in need, each recipient receiving USD $10,000.
Priority will be given to refugees, migrants, immigrants, and displaced persons.
Eligibility requirements include:
* Must be a student with international citizenship currently enrolled in the 2020 academic year and already residing in the USA. (Visa status information is NOT collected as a part of the nomination/award process.)
* Must be able to demonstrate a severe disruption to their ability to pay for expenses (tuition & fees, health insurance, housing).
If you are eligible for this grant and would like to be nominated by Augsburg University, please fill in the form below by September 27, 2020.
Any questions can be directed to Bettine at hermansb@augsburg.edu
Western Union Foundation Grant | Augsburg University Nomination Application
The Writing Center is Open
submitted by forsthj@augsburg.edu
The Writing Center is OPEN for the Fall semester. Our hours are Sunday-Thursday 2pm-8pm. Please visit our website for more information. We are looking forward to seeing you!
Are you a First-year or Sophomore who is interested in having a STEM mentor?
submitted by mckinnes@augsburg.edu
If so, STEM Peer Mentoring wants you!
STEM Peer Mentoring is an Augsburg student-led mentoring program that focuses on providing support to First-years and Sophomores as they navigate their academic and professional careers in STEM.
Having a mentor in STEM Peer Mentoring can be a major benefit in establishing the success of your STEM career. If you’re a First-year or Sophomore in a STEM major, interested in having a mentor, and want to learn more about internships, scholarships, certain classes, etc. — this is for you!!
Augsburg’s STEM majors include:
-Biology
-Biochemistry
-Biopsychology
-Chemistry
-Computer Science
-Environmental Studies
-Mathematics
-Physics
Students are matched according to their major and information they provide on the STEM Peer Mentoring Application (see link below!).
Generally, students are asked to commit about 3-4 hours/month of involvement as they meet one-on-one with their mentor and attend occasional group meetings.
Please apply! Complete the application below by Friday 10/2/20. Any questions can be sent to stempeer@augsburg.edu.
Are you a Junior or Senior Interested in Becoming a STEM Mentor?
submitted by mckinnes@augsburg.edu
If so, STEM Peer Mentoring wants you!
STEM Peer Mentoring is an Augsburg student-led mentoring program that focuses on providing support to First-years and Sophomores as they navigate their academic and professional careers in STEM.
Mentors in STEM Peer Mentoring can play a pivotal role in establishing the success of beginning STEM students. If you’re a Junior or Senior in a STEM major, enjoy being a leader and/or have lots of advice & resources to share — this is for you!! (Transfer students are also welcome!)
Augsburg’s STEM majors include:
-Biology
-Bio-Chemistry (NEW!)
-Bio-psychology
-Chemistry
-Computer Science
-Environmental Studies
-Mathematics
-Physics
Students are matched according to their major and information they provide on the STEM Peer Mentoring Application (see link below!).
Generally, students are asked to commit about 3-4 hours/month of involvement as they meet one-on-one with their mentee and attend occasional group meetings.
Please apply! Complete the application below by Friday, 10/2. Any questions can be sent to stempeer@augsburg.edu.
STEM Peer Mentoring Info Session TODAY 4 p.m.
submitted by mckinnes@augsburg.edu
Are you a STEM major here at Augsburg?
If so, we invite you to tune into our virtual info session! This is an awesome opportunity to learn more about our student-led organization as well as ask questions to members and get connected to the Augsburg STEM Community!
A tiny spiel on SPM: We are a peer-led organization that’s designed to support First and Second year STEM majors as they navigate their academic and professional careers. Juniors and Seniors also apply to be mentors and share their insight, opportunities they recommend, and things they wish they’d have known starting out. It’s an awesome program that is really geared toward helping students succeed in STEM!
STEM majors we support:
-Biology
-Bio-psychology
-Bio-chemistry
-Chemistry
-Computer Science
-Environmental Studies
-Mathematics
-Physics
The info session will be TODAY Thursday 9/24/2020 from 4pm-5pm. Below is the zoom link where you can tune in at that time! Hope to see ya there!
Any question, please reach out to stempeer@augsburg.edu
All Hands Meeting: TODAY
submitted by wegenke@augsburg.edu
The Fall 2020 All Hands Meeting is TODAY, Sept. 24 at 11:30 a.m. All members of the campus community are invited to attend. President Paul Pribbenow will present, and Pastor Justin Lind-Ayres will have the First Word. Register to join the webinar on the All Hands page on Inside Augsburg (log in required).
Christensen Symposium – Oct. 1
submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu
2020 Christensen Symposium
Date: Thursday, October 01, 2020
Time: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM CST
Format: Zoom Webinar – to register see meeting Zoom webinar link below
The Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium will feature the Rev. Dr. Robert M. Franklin, Jr. In his position as the inaugural James T. and Berta R. Laney Chair in Moral Leadership at Candler School of Theology at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, Rev. Dr. Franklin challenges students to explore the concept of moral leadership in the 21st century in different cultures and contexts in the United States and around the world.
Dr. Franklin’s most recent book, Moral Leadership: Integrity, Courage, Imagination (2020), will be the focus of his October 1st presentation. Dr. Franklin proposes a model for moral leadership anchored in intellectual and ethical integrity, a vision of and commitment to the public good, and personal investment in transformative community. He shares ways in which we can discover and foster those qualities in ourselves.
The Symposium will feature a 45-minute presentation by Dr. Franklin followed by Q & A. This is a free event, open to students, staff and faculty. Registration required at webinar link provided. After registering, participants will receive a link to connect to the event.
Forum Podcast Ep. 45 – Overt Discrimination in the Workplace: Disability and the Law
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
In this episode of The Forum Podcast, Ashley Oolman (Lifeworks) leads listeners through a discussion about how disability status may not be as protected as other classes in the workplace.
Live Campaign Report to Augsburg Benefactors
submitted by symes@augsburg.edu
President Pribbenow and Augsburg’s campaign chair Dr. Paul Mueller ’84 invite you to join a Live Campaign Report to Augsburg Benefactors on Tuesday, September 29 at 5:30 p.m. Central time. They will provide an update on Augsburg’s current campaign results and you’ll hear from faculty, students, and volunteer leaders.
Please RSVP to Chris Bogen ’09 at bogen@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1696. Zoom information will be shared the day before the event.
TODAY: First of 2 Gilman Scholarship Workshops–Win up to 5k for Study Abroad
submitted by dvorak@augsburg.edu
The Gilman Scholarship for Study Abroad is a national award of up to $5,000 (or $8,000 for language study). Applications are due Oct 6 for next Spring, Summer or Fall 2021 as well as Academic Year 2021-2022! Come on down, planners!
There are lots of ways to learn more about the Gilman Scholarship!
TODAY – Application Workshop 230-3pm on Zoom
Augsburg staff will walk through what makes a great application and answer your questions
TOMORROW- AMA (AskMeAnything) 2pm on Instagram live
Gilman Staff and student alums answer your questions!
NEXT WEEK — Tuesday Sept 30
Application Workshop 1030-11am on Zoom
Augsburg staff will walk through what makes a great application and answer your questions
We have a great track record of Auggie Gilman Scholarship WINNERS — and maybe that will include YOU!
Questions? Contact abroad@augsburg.edu
Tri Beta’s Mindfulness and Yoga Event TODAY via zoom
submitted by kundell@augsburg.edu
Are you feeling a little stressed as the semester progresses?
Join Tri-Beta today, September 24th, via zoom from 6p-7p to do some mindfulness & yoga together!
Whether it’s for 10 minutes or the whole hour – we hope to see you there!
For more information and to get the zoom link, please go to the Auggie Life Event link below.
Augsburg Homecoming 2020
submitted by gaskillj@augsburg.edu
Who’s ready for Augsburg’s 2020 Homecoming week? Here are some events to look out for:
-Drag/Lip Sync Showdown on September 24th
-Movie Night Showing of “Queen and Slim” on September 25th
-Homecoming Royalty Coronation Ceremony on September 26th
See the Campus Life Facebook Page for more information!
https://www.facebook.com/131955200291047/posts/1697521180401100/?d=n
Forum Webinar – Religion, Resilience, and Mental Health During the Holiday Season
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
When: October 15, 2020 11:00 am – 12:00 pm CDT
Level: Intermediate
Track: D&I Strategy
Presenters: Leslie Funk, Tanenbaum Center for Interreligious Understanding | Cameron Smith, Tanenbaum Center for Interreligious Understanding
Cost: Free
This webinar will highlight the intersectional nature of religion as a facet of workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion by analyzing the specific intersection between religion, mental health, and resilience during the winter holiday season.
The topics of both religion and mental health feature prominently during the traditional winter holiday season, though frank conversations in the workplace about those topics remain uncommon. Presenters Leslie Funk and Cameron Smith of Tanenbaum seek to not only shed light on this important matter but also offer tools for effectively and proactively addressing these matters in the workplace.
Learning Outcomes
Recognize the importance of addressing religious diversity in the workplace
Examine the role religion can play in mental health, and how religious diversity arises in the workplace around the holidays
Identify better practices for preventing the December Dilemma
Plan Ahead for Study Abroad in Summer 2021
submitted by leess8@augsburg.edu
Check out the short-term study abroad programs coming up for Summer 2021. Now is a great time to plan ahead! ALL programs fulfill your AUGSBURG EXPERIENCE requirement, as well as other classes:
Apply by February 1, 2021
—CUBA—
Community, Arts, and Culture in Cuba – Summer
THR 295 (Fine Arts)
—GERMANY—
Science and Religion in Germany – Summer
REL 205 (Search for Meaning II) and/or CHM 102 (Lab Science) or SCI 490 (Keystone for Science majors)
—ITALY—
Sustainability and Food Justice in Italy & the US – Summer
HIS 170 (Humanities) or HIS 440 (elective)
—CHINA—
Music Therapy in China – Summer
MUS 374 or 474: Music Therapy Practicum (1 credit)
MUS 511: Music Therapy Practicum (0 credits), or
MUS 582: Transcultural Music Therapy (4 credits), or
MUS 511 and MUS 582 (total 4 credits)
Student Success Hub- Now Open
submitted by lgeorge@augsburg.edu
Advising Questions?
Visit the Student Success Hub located in the Strommen office to talk directly to a person and not through a computer screen.
Staff at the Student Success Hub will help answer questions about Academic Advising, TRIO, and Career Services. And if we don’t know the answer we will help figure it out.
Drop-in Hours are Monday- Friday 9 am – 4 pm. These appointments are 10-15 minutes long.
Need Help With Your Resume or Cover Letter?
submitted by grayk2@augsburg.edu
Applying for a job or internship? Before submitting your job application, make sure you meet with one of the Strommen Center’s Career Peer Advisors! Our Peer Advisors are trained to provide quality resume and cover letter feedback and will ensure your documents are tailored to the position you are applying to. Thus, increasing your chances of getting an interview. Virtual resume and cover letter drop-in hours are Tuesday-Friday 11am-4pm.
Congrats to Prize Drawing Winners
submitted by hardaker@augsburg.edu
World Exploration Week has come to a close! We hope you had fun exploring the different study abroad & away programs available to you for the future. Thanks to everyone for trying the new virtual platform for our study abroad & away fair this year. All of our recordings and new videos will be available on our global gateway website.
Big congratulations to our prize drawing winners: Madeleine Rasche and Pa Her!
Try out the new Student Services Index
submitted by swansonl@augsburg.edu
This fall, a new tool launched that helps acquaint Auggies with the breadth of services offered at Augsburg University.
Featuring 40+ searchable info boxes, the Student Services Index explains how to access departments and services during a unique time when there are both in-person and virtual opportunities for engagement. Students can review bite-sized descriptions, see location and contact information, and find additional key details for the Augsburg offices and departments dedicated to student success and support.
Send questions or comments about the index to Joe Mann, web manager, at mannj@augsburg.edu and Laura Swanson Lindahl, director of marketing, at swansonl@augsburg.edu.
TODAY at 3 p.m. : WISE Feedback Session with Joaquin Munoz
submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu
CTL presents a WISE Feedback Training Session led by Joaquin Munoz. The session will take place from 3 pm – 4:30 pm. ZOOM information is in the link below. The link can only be viewed with an Augsburg email address.
Tech Tune-up Debrief Session
submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu
Thursday, October 1 | Tech Tune-up Debrief Session | 3 pm – 4:00 pm
The E-Learning team invites you to share what you have been experiencing at the start of this extraordinary semester:
*What is working well for you and what have you discovered that you are excited about?
*What have you encountered that you didn’t anticipate and how are you dealing with this?
*What questions do you need answered? (If we can’t supply the answer during the hour we will note your question(s) and get back to you individually)
*What would you like to get more training on?
It looks like this virus isn’t going away any time soon, so please help us learn how we can better equip you to teach effectively in the remote classroom.
Tech Tune-up Debrief Session (can only be viewed with an Augsburg email address)
Fellowship Fridays at 4:30 p.m.
submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu
Fridays | “Fellowship Fridays” | 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm, ZOOM
CTL is joining Bridget Robinson-Riegler, Psychology Professor and member of Faculty Senate, to bring you Fellowship Fridays support sessions. All faculty members and teaching staff are invited to gather and share their experiences with teaching, learning, and advising in this strange new world. – we’ll trade ideas, advice, highs, lows, successes, and failures – or maybe we’ll just plain old vent. Most importantly, we will attempt to inoculate ourselves against one of the more insidious side effects of this pandemic – isolation. So grab a cup of coffee or tea, or pour a glass of wine, and Zoom in to support your fellow instructors and work through this challenging time together.
Fellowship Fridays ZOOM Information (This doc is only accessible with an Augsburg email address.)
TONIGHT: BIPOC Theater Project Info Session
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This devised theatre project is an intimate display of the varying perspectives of Augsburg Students, alumni, and our theater community as we collectively process the transitions during public and private crises. At a Glance will be led by the three core artists, Atlese Robinson, Eshay Brantley, and Malick Ceesay members of Ambiance Theatre, a collective “dedicated to nurturing unchained imaginations and a haven for creative minds left on the margins of the theatre world.”
Creatively inclined students of color who are interested in creating an archival film piece about our current times should attend one of the following info sessions!
Info Sessions: September 22nd and 23rd, 6:00-8:00pm
Performance Dates: November 13th and 14th
Follow the Zoom link below on the date that works best for you:
https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/96782599807?pwd=K3QrR1lRK1N6KzhVcWZORVdmREdxdz09
If you are unable to attend this info session but are still interested in the project, please email ambiancetc@gmail.com!
URGO Academic-Year Research Application Available
submitted by tengwalm@augsburg.edu
Each year URGO offers $1,325 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.
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 14th.
If you have any questions about undergraduate research opportunities, please contact Dixie Shafer at shafer@augsburg.edu or urgo@augsburg.edu.
Find the application at URGO’s website.
URGO Federal Work-Study Research Pilot Program
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This is a pilot program supporting undergraduate research students through federal work-study funds. We are limiting the number of student researchers supported during the 20-21 academic year to 12 students and funding will be determined by a first-come, first-serve basis. Faculty from any discipline who need assistance with their research from a student are invited to participate in the pilot. An individual faculty member may propose only one student position who will work 5-20 hours per week and no more than their federal work-study allotment. During the 20-21 academic year, the research projects must follow Augsburg’s guidelines regarding Covid-19.
Please note that the student eligibility for federal work-study and the total number of hours must be confirmed by Human Resources after you complete this form. Open until all 12 positions are filled.
If the student will work 100 hours or less total, we recommend applying instead for the URGO Academic Year research grant.
Questions contact Human Resources at studentemployment@augsburg.edu
2020-2021 Federal Work-Study Student Researcher Request Form
Wednesday Sabbath Time
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
You are invited to listen to a podcast of the Liturgy of the Hours presented by Luther Seminary Chapel: https://liturgyofthehours.libsyn.com/matins-in-ordinary-time-26a
Prayer that goes with you wherever you may be. The Liturgy of the Hours is an ancient practice of prayer throughout the day to help keep track of time.
This season we offer Matins: prayer for the morning time. This week’s liturgists are Tom Witt and Mary Preus. Readings are offered by Augsburg University Student: Ian Heseltine.
Wednesday Night Worship
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Wednesday Night Worship is at 8:00 pm and will be live streamed on the Augsburg University Student Ministry Facebook page. The theme this week is Humility and Unity of Diversity. A small group discussion led by the Augsburg University Student Ministries will follow worship. Join by Zoom:
https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/4751747427
Or on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/augsburgusm
Students with International Citizenship: $10,000 Grant Opportunity
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As a member of the Institute of International Education, Augsburg University has been invited to nominate up to 5 students for consideration for the Western Union Foundation Grant which will deliver support to up to 25 students in need, who will each receive USD $10,000.
Priority will be given to refugees, migrants, immigrants, and displaced persons.
Eligibility requirements include:
* Must be a student with international citizenship currently enrolled in the 2020 academic year and already residing in the USA. (Visa status information is NOT collected as a part of the nomination/award process.)
* Must be able to demonstrate a severe disruption to their ability to pay for expenses (tuition & fees, health insurance, housing).
If you are eligible for this grant and would like to be nominated by Augsburg University, please feel in the form below by September 27, 2020.
Any questions can be directed to Bettine at hermansb@augsburg.edu
Western Union Foundation Grant | Augsburg University Nomination Application
Register for the virtual Retirewise Workshop Series (starts Oct 1)
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Augsburg Wellbeing is again offering the Retirewise program to faculty and staff. Spouses and partners are also welcome to attend. Retirewise is a financial and retirement education program presented by MetLife and is coordinated by our benefits broker, NFP.
This program has been well received in the past, so we encourage you to take advantage of the opportunity to participate in this complimentary, practical and straightforward workshop series. It doesn’t matter how much or how little planning you’ve done, or if your retirement is many years away, you’ll find the Retirewise workshops worthwhile.
Each Retirewise session has different topics that build on each other.
Building the Foundation
Creating & Managing Wealth
Establishing Your Retirement Income Stream
Making the Most of What You Have
With Retirewise, you’ll be on your way to making smarter financial decisions and creating an action plan that works for you.
Virtual Workshop Details:
Session 1: Thursday, October 01, 2020
Session 2: Thursday, October 08, 2020
Session 3: Thursday, October 15, 2020
Session 4: Thursday, October 22, 2020
Time: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm CST
For more detailed information about this virtual workshop series, and to register for the event, follow the link below. Webinar instructions will be provided in confirmation and reminder emails. If asked for company name, enter Augsburg University.
Registration Link
Earn a $10 e-gift card
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Recruiting Augsburg undergraduate students — have your voice heard!
Please sign-up for ONE small focus group (max 5 students per group, see dates below) to share your opinion about our convocation series at Augsburg University.
• Friday, Oct. 2nd, 4-5pm
• Tuesday., Oct. 6th, 7-8pm
• Wednesday, October 14th, 3-4pm
The goal of these focus groups is to hear Augsburg student experiences to inform changes in our convocation series. We will use the opinions of those who participate to inform changes moving forward. Notes (taken by a student volunteer in the group, and Prof. Koh) from the focus groups will be compiled and shared with Provost Karen Kaivola. Participants are required to sign-up in advance; each student will receive a $10 e-gift card.
If you’re interested, please email Prof. Koh (koh@augsburg.edu) to sign up. Space is limited to a total of 16 students.
Augsburg Homecoming 2020
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It’s Augsburg’s 2020 Homecoming week! Here are some events to look out for:
-Drag/Lip Sync Showdown on September 24th
-Movie Night Showing of “Queen and Slim” on September 25th
-Homecoming Royalty Coronation Ceremony on September 26th
See the Campus Life Facebook Page for more information!
https://www.facebook.com/131955200291047/posts/1697521180401100/?d=n
Augsburg Bold Speaker Series
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Augsburg Bold underscores our connections in the community for addressing the most pressing issues of our time. Augsburg’s quad has been set up as a physically-distanced outdoor seminar room, and we are pleased to announce the first in a series of distinguished speakers. In-person attendance is reserved for Augsburg students and limited to 60; all speakers will be available to stream via Zoom.
Upcoming speakers:
- Thursday, October 8, 12-1 p.m. Jodi Harpstead, Commissioner, Minnesota Department of Human Services
Learn more and sign up to attend in person or via Zoom at the Augsburg Bold site.
In addition to the speaker series, Augsburg Bold will also include opportunities for students to learn about important topics in our community through experiences off campus—all designed following COVID-19 mitigation practices—and to participate in Homecoming 2020 celebrations on campus.
Feeling Sick? Self-Report Your Status to Augsburg
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Feeling Sick? Or, worried about exposure to someone confirmed with COVID-19? Student, faculty, and staff should report their status by filling out the self-reporting form. This form is for anyone who is on campus using Augsburg facilities.
Students with International Citizenship: $10,000 Grant Opportunity
submitted by hermansb@augsburg.edu
As a member of the Institute of International Education, Augsburg University has been invited to nominate up to 5 students for consideration for the Western Union Foundation Grant which will deliver support to up to 25 students in need, who will each receive USD $10,000.
Priority will be given to refugees, migrants, immigrants, and displaced persons.
Eligibility requirements include:
* Must be a student with international citizenship currently enrolled in the 2020 academic year and already residing in the USA. (Visa status information is NOT collected as a part of the nomination/award process.)
* Must be able to demonstrate a severe disruption to their ability to pay for expenses (tuition & fees, health insurance, housing).
If you are eligible for this grant and would like to be nominated by Augsburg University, please feel in the form below by September 27, 2020.
Any questions can be directed to Bettine at hermansb@augsburg.edu
Western Union Foundation Grant | Augsburg University Nomination Application
Augsburg Homecoming 2020
submitted by mismashj@augsburg.edu
It’s Augsburg’s 2020 Homecoming week! Here are some events to look out for:
-Create your own Pop Socket on September 22nd
-Drag/Lip Sync Showdown on September 24th
-Movie Night Showing of “Queen and Slim” on September 25th
-Homecoming Royalty Coronation Ceremony on September 26th
See the Campus Life Facebook Page for more information!
https://www.facebook.com/131955200291047/posts/1697521180401100/?d=n
All Hands Meeting: Thursday
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The Fall 2020 All Hands Meeting is Thursday, Sept. 24 at 11:30 a.m. All members of the campus community are invited to attend. President Paul Pribbenow will present, and Pastor Justin Lind-Ayres will have the First Word. Register to join the webinar on the All Hands page on Inside Augsburg (log in required).
Applications are now open for the 2020-21 AugSTEM Scholars Program
submitted by dupont@augsburg.edu
The AugSTEM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Funded by the National Science Foundation, AugSTEM Scholars receive scholarships of up to $10,000 per student per year. Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.
Eligibility:
-Enrolled at least half-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, biochemistry, chemistry, computer science, mathematics, or physics)
-Within 5 semesters of graduating with a STEM degree as of Fall 2020 (graduating by December ‘22)
-Major GPA of 2.75 or higher (scholars will be expected to raise their GPA to 3.0 during program participation)
-U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident
-Demonstrated financial need as determined by financial aid status (Pell or MN State grant eligible or equivalent)
Application deadline: Monday, October 12 at midnight
Students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply as well as students who began at Augsburg.
Questions? Contact: stem@augsburg.edu.
First Augsburg Bold Speakers Scheduled
submitted by alamilla@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Bold underscores our connections in the community for addressing the most pressing issues of our time. Augsburg’s quad has been set up as a physically-distanced outdoor seminar room, and we are pleased to announce the first in a series of distinguished speakers. In-person attendance is reserved for Augsburg students and limited to 60; all speakers will be available to stream via Zoom.
Details on the first speakers scheduled are now available on the Augsburg Bold site. Next week will feature Olivia House ’20 on “The Summer of Resistance By Black Youth” and Assistant Professor Katie Clark ’10 MAN, ‘DPN on “Being Bold: Caring while in Solidarity.”
There are more to come—including some surprises!
In addition to the speaker series, Augsburg Bold will also include opportunities for students to learn about important topics in our community through experiences off campus—all designed following COVID-19 mitigation practices—and to participate in Homecoming 2020 celebrations on campus.
Learn more and sign up to attend in person or via Zoom at the Augsburg Bold site.
Fall Check-In Sessions for Faculty and Staff TODAY and in October
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Join Rebecca John, vice president of operations, and other panelists to check in on our progress during this fall semester, ask questions, and share lessons you’ve learned in the course of your work. Register for a Zoom session on the All Hands Page (login required).
Sept. 22, noon-1 p.m.
October 1, 1-2 p.m.
October 8, noon-1:00 p.m.
Video | Let’s Face It: Auggies Care
submitted by alamilla@augsburg.edu
Augsburg University students discuss the importance of wearing face coverings during the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19: Monitor Your Symptoms Daily with the CampusClear App
submitted by alamilla@augsburg.edu
CampusClear is a free self-screening free application for iPhones and Androids that everyone in the Augsburg community must complete daily before coming to campus or leaving their residence hall. Self-screening is an easy action to take and one that is critical in helping reduce the spread of COVID-19. Download at campusclear.com/
Virtual Resume and Cover Letter Reviews – Available
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The Strommen Center’s Career Peer Advisors are trained, ready, and available to review your resume and cover letter via Zoom. Tuesday-Friday 11am-4pm. Whether you’re creating your resume and cover letter for the first time or if you’re applying for the job or internship of your dreams, the Strommen Center is here to support you!
Christensen Symposium – Oct. 1
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2020 Christensen Symposium
Date: Thursday, October 01, 2020
Time: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM CST
Format: Zoom Webinar – to register see meeting Zoom webinar link below
The Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium will feature the Rev. Dr. Robert M. Franklin, Jr. In his position as the inaugural James T. and Berta R. Laney Chair in Moral Leadership at Candler School of Theology at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, Rev. Dr. Franklin challenges students to explore the concept of moral leadership in the 21st century in different cultures and contexts in the United States and around the world.
Dr. Franklin’s most recent book, Moral Leadership: Integrity, Courage, Imagination (2020), will be the focus of his October 1st presentation. Dr. Franklin proposes a model for moral leadership anchored in intellectual and ethical integrity, a vision of and commitment to the public good, and personal investment in transformative community. He shares ways in which we can discover and foster those qualities in ourselves.
The Symposium will feature a 45-minute presentation by Dr. Franklin followed by Q & A. This is a free event, open to students, staff and faculty. Registration required at webinar link provided. After registering, participants will receive a link to connect to the event.
Teaching Tip Tuesday: How to Cope with COVID-19 Burnout
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This Teaching Tip goes all the way back to May of this year, but the information is still very relevant. Burnout is always a concern, but with COVID-19 it’s reaching crisis status. Don’t forget: you need to take care of yourself to be an effective teacher for your students!
Article linked below:
“Teaching: How to Cope with COVID-19 Burnout” by Beth McMurtrie, May 21, 2020 (Chronicle of Higher Education)
*Watch for Teaching Tip Tuesdays on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month.
WISE Feedback Training Session TOMORROW
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Tomorrow, September 23, CTL will present a WISE Feedback Training Session led by Joaquin Munoz. The session will take place from 3 pm – 4:30 pm. ZOOM information is in the link below. The link can only be viewed with an Augsburg email address.
You are invited to join the inaugural Black Men Teach Cohort
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Greetings Gentlemen,
Black Men Teach is looking to recruit and develop a cohort of Black men who are either actively considering a career in elementary education or are open to the idea. The men in the Black Men Teach college cohort may be eligible to receive various forms of support throughout the remainder of their collegiate journey and into their professional careers. Benefits of cohort membership include:
-1:1 Mentorship with current black male teacher
-Paid classroom internship during studies
-Paid stipend for student teaching
-Access to community of Black Male college students
-Summer work opportunities
-Scholarship opportunities
To be eligible for the Black Men Teach program, you must be enrolled in a college or university in the Greater Twin Cities Metropolitan area, identity as a Black male, and have an interest in finding a career filled with purpose fulfillment. You DO NOT need to be studying education or on a path to becoming a teacher.
The first college cohort meeting will take place virtually on Tuesday, September 29 at 6:30PM. A $25 virtual gift card will be provided to all attendees.
RSVP here to receive an invitation for the virtual meeting. More information about Black Men Teach can be found here. If you have any questions about the college cohort, please reach out to markusflynn@prodeoacademy.org.
—
Markus Flynn
5th Grade Science Teacher
Prodeo Academy
4141 University Ave NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421
P: 708-699-4548
E: markusflynn@prodeoacadmy.org
Recruiting Augsburg undergraduate students – earn a $10 e-gift card
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Have your voice heard!
Please sign-up for ONE small focus group (max 5 students per group, see dates below) to share your opinion about our convocation series at Augsburg University.
• Friday, Oct. 2nd, 4-5pm
• Tuesday., Oct. 6th, 7-8pm
• Wednesday, October 14th, 3-4pm
The goal of these focus groups is to hear Augsburg student experiences to inform changes in our convocation series. We will use the opinions of those who participate to inform changes moving forward. Notes (taken by a student volunteer in the group, and Prof. Koh) from the focus groups will be compiled and shared with Provost Karen Kaivola. Participants are required to sign-up in advance; each student will receive a $10 e-gift card.
If you’re interested, please email Prof. Koh (koh@augsburg.edu) to sign up. Space is limited to a total of 16 students.
Are you a Junior or Senior Interested in Becoming a STEM Mentor?
submitted by mckinnes@augsburg.edu
If so, STEM Peer Mentoring wants you!
STEM Peer Mentoring is an Augsburg student-led mentoring program that focuses on providing support to First-years and Sophomores as they navigate their academic and professional careers in STEM.
Mentors in STEM Peer Mentoring can play a pivotal role in establishing the success of beginning STEM students. If you’re a Junior or Senior in a STEM major, enjoy being a leader and/or have lots of advice & resources to share — this is for you!! (Transfer students are also welcome!)
Augsburg’s STEM majors include:
-Biology
-Bio-Chemistry (NEW!)
-Bio-psychology
-Chemistry
-Computer Science
-Environmental Studies
-Mathematics
-Physics
Students are matched according to their major and information they provide on the STEM Peer Mentoring Application (see link below!).
Generally, students are asked to commit about 3-4 hours/month of involvement as they meet one-on-one with their mentee and attend occasional group meetings.
Please apply! Complete the application below by Friday, 10/2. Any questions can be sent to stempeer@augsburg.edu.
Are you a First-year or Sophomore who is interested in having a STEM mentor?
submitted by mckinnes@augsburg.edu
If so, STEM Peer Mentoring wants you!
STEM Peer Mentoring is an Augsburg student-led mentoring program that focuses on providing support to First-years and Sophomores as they navigate their academic and professional careers in STEM.
Having a mentor in STEM Peer Mentoring can be a major benefit in establishing the success of your STEM career. If you’re a First-year or Sophomore in a STEM major, interested in having a mentor, and want to learn more about internships, scholarships, certain classes, etc. — this is for you!!
Augsburg’s STEM majors include:
-Biology
-Biochemistry
-Biopsychology
-Chemistry
-Computer Science
-Environmental Studies
-Mathematics
-Physics
Students are matched according to their major and information they provide on the STEM Peer Mentoring Application (see link below!).
Generally, students are asked to commit about 3-4 hours/month of involvement as they meet one-on-one with their mentor and attend occasional group meetings.
Please apply! Complete the application below by Thursday, 2/20. Any questions can be sent to stempeer@augsburg.edu.
The Writing Center is Open
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The Writing Center is OPEN for the Fall semester. Our hours are Sunday-Thursday 2pm-8pm. Please visit our website for more information. We are looking forward to seeing you!
STEM Peer Mentoring Info Session this Thursday, Sept. 24
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Are you a STEM major here at Augsburg?
If so, we invite you to tune into our virtual info session! This is an awesome opportunity to learn more about our student-led organization as well as ask questions to members and get connected to the Augsburg STEM Community!
A tiny spiel on SPM: We are a peer-led organization that’s designed to support First and Second year STEM majors as they navigate their academic and professional careers. Juniors and Seniors also apply to be mentors and share their insight, opportunities they recommend, and things they wish they’d have known starting out. It’s an awesome program that is really geared toward helping students succeed in STEM!
STEM majors we support:
-Biology
-Bio-psychology
-Bio-chemistry
-Chemistry
-Computer Science
-Environmental Studies
-Mathematics
-Physics
The info session will be THIS Thursday 9/24/2020 from 4pm-5pm. Below is the zoom link where you can tune in at that time! Hope to see ya there!
Any question, please reach out to stempeer@augsburg.edu
Chapel: Lee George
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Please join us in Hoversten Chapel or by live streaming for chapel today at 11:30 am. Lee George, Executive Director of the Strommen Center is preaching on “In Boldness, We Are Curious.” We can welcome up to 25 people in the chapel space due to Covid-19 restrictions. Chapel is live streamed via Zoom https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/95460363994?pwd=S1lSdks0T1cvcm96ZDNTRTlmYndUUT09. Chapel services will also be available on the Campus Ministry YouTube channel. To find the link for chapel videos, please visit the Campus Ministry calendar. The bulletin for today is available online. http://web.augsburg.edu/campusministry/Daily_Chapel_Bulletins/2020-21_Bulletins/2020-09-22_Chapel_bulletin.pdf
Staff Senate Nominations due Friday
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The deadline for nominations is Friday, September 25 at 5:00 pm! Staff Senate is accepting nominations for two open seats. To nominate someone to serve on Staff Senate, or to nominate yourself, please fill out this form by clicking on this link https://forms.gle/exzHv3qsucyRffo48.
Augsburg staff will be able to vote for Staff Senate nominees from October 2 to October 9. The winners will be announced by October 21.
For more information on Staff Senate, visit our website at https://inside.augsburg.edu/staffsenate/.
Cold Weather Preparations and COVID Supplies
submitted by abounass@augsburg.edu
Facilities Management updates for this week include:
-Cold weather preparations are underway
-Reordering sanitizing and COVID supplies
For complete information, follow the link provided.
Ethiopian Lunch on Wednesday
submitted by johns184@augsburg.edu
On Wednesday, Mizan Gebre will be preparing an authentic Ethiopian lunch that will be presented at the World Flavors station. This lunch will be halal.
On the menu will be:
Key Sega Wat (Ethiopian Beef Stew)
Wat Veggie
Injera (flat bread)
This is the first of an international series we will be preparing. Our next theme will be Puerto Rican cuisine, prepared by Jose Flores.
I hope you enjoy the meal!
Forum Webinar – Religion, Resilience, and Mental Health During the Holiday Season
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
When: October 15, 2020 11:00 am – 12:00 pm CDT
Level: Intermediate
Track: D&I Strategy
Presenters: Leslie Funk, Tanenbaum Center for Interreligious Understanding | Cameron Smith, Tanenbaum Center for Interreligious Understanding
Cost: Free
This webinar will highlight the intersectional nature of religion as a facet of workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion by analyzing the specific intersection between religion, mental health, and resilience during the winter holiday season.
The topics of both religion and mental health feature prominently during the traditional winter holiday season, though frank conversations in the workplace about those topics remain uncommon. Presenters Leslie Funk and Cameron Smith of Tanenbaum seek to not only shed light on this important matter but also offer tools for effectively and proactively addressing these matters in the workplace.
Learning Outcomes
Recognize the importance of addressing religious diversity in the workplace
Examine the role religion can play in mental health, and how religious diversity arises in the workplace around the holidays
Identify better practices for preventing the December Dilemma
ACR Homes- Virtual Tabling Event Wednesday, Sept. 23
submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu
Paid opportunities! Great for Psychology, Social Work, Health Professions, and Education majors
Wednesday, September 23rd 2020
9:00 am – 4:00 pm (Log on for a quick chat with recruiter)
Virtual Event
https://zoom.us/j/97943734690
Meeting ID: 979 4373 4690
(Stay for just a few minutes to learn more – virtual drop-by table)
Hosted by ACR Homes / ACR Healthcare
Organized by Philip Baumgarn
Virtual Session
Whether you are looking for a flexible part-time job that works around your schedule, patient care experience, an impactful internship, or a rewarding career for after school, ACR Homes may have the ideal fit for you.
Gain great experience for school, your resume, and for life all while making a difference in the lives of people who have disabilities.
Looking for Experienced Nanny for our 2 year Old Son
submitted by houltbe@augsburg.edu
We are looking for an experienced nanny for our 2 year old son, Leo, starting as soon as possible. Position will be 5 days a week from 8 am to 4 pm approximately. We are looking for a nanny who is creative, likes to spend time outdoors, and has experience working with toddlers. We are also looking for someone who is taking Covid-19 precautions seriously. If interested please contact me (Laura) at lrodriguezduran10@gmail.com, or Ben at bhoultberg@gmail.com
Target Corporation – Hosting Virtual Career Events
submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu
One silver lining with the pandemic comes a number of corporations that are hosting virtual events for the first time! Our Career and Internship Center continues to list events in Handshake that are being sponsored by employers looking to hire students.
Target Corporation in the next couple of weeks will be hosting events that include:
*Building an Effective Linked Profile -9/22/2020 @ 7:00pm
*Target Tuesdays: Investing in You! Self Assessment 101!
*Target Tuesdays: Target’s Purpose in the Midst of Change
Other corporations that are inviting Auggies to join their events include: J.P. Morgan, Deloitte, U.S. Bank, and more!
Student Success Hub- Now Open
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Advising Questions?
Visit the Student Success Hub located in the Strommen office to talk directly to a person and not through a computer screen.
Staff at the Student Success Hub will help answer questions about Academic Advising, TRIO, and Career Services. And if we don’t know the answer we will help figure it out.
Drop-in Hours are Monday- Friday 9 am – 4 pm. These appointments are 10-15 minutes long.
BIPOC Theater Project Info Sessions
submitted by lewisgg@augsburg.edu
This devised theatre project is an intimate display of the varying perspectives of Augsburg Students, alumni, and our theater community as we collectively process the transitions during public and private crises. At a Glance will be led by the three core artists, Atlese Robinson, Eshay Brantley, and Malick Ceesay members of Ambiance Theatre, a collective “dedicated to nurturing unchained imaginations and a haven for creative minds left on the margins of the theatre world.”
Creatively inclined students of color who are interested in creating an archival film piece about our current times should attend one of the following info sessions!
Info Sessions: September 22nd and 23rd, 6:00-8:00pm
Performance Dates: November 13th and 14th
Follow the Zoom link below on the date that works best for you:
https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/96782599807?pwd=K3QrR1lRK1N6KzhVcWZORVdmREdxdz09
This Friday: Attend the Fall Internship and Career Fair
submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu
Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors are invited to attend the virtual Minnesota Private Colleges Fall Internship & Career Fair on Friday, September 25th. Cost is FREE!
Why Should You Attend?
By attending the Job Fair, you will have the opportunity to network with 30+ Minnesota, regional, and national companies. Many are hiring NOW for summer 2021 internships and full-time careers spring 2021.
Employers will be hiring in all areas of business, including; consulting, banking, finance, actuarial science, stats/data science, technology, business analysis, management and leadership training/development, and project management.
Registration Process:
*Step #1 – Register on Handshake
*Step #2 – Register on the virtual fair platform “Brazen” (link provided after you register on Handshake)
Hiring Interns for Summer 2021 – U.S. Bank
submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu
U.S. Bank is recruiting interns for summer 2021, as well as hiring for full-time entry level careers. Don’t miss the deadline date to apply! October 1st, 2020
U.S. Bank will hire around 100 interns this coming summer. All summer undergraduate opportunities are posted on Handshake – (they hire multiple interns for each position, to work in various departments)
Prior to applying we encourage students to visit our Resume Review Drop-In Hours:
Tuesday – Friday – 11:00-4:00 p.m
Zoom Link: https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/93298957782
After applying you will be notified by a U.S. Bank recruiter if you are selected to move ahead in the interviewing process. Interviews will be held on October 6th.
Hint: Register and attend the Fall Internship & Recruiting Fair on Friday, September 25th! U.S. Bank is one of the employers attending the fair and it is a great opportunity for you to introduce yourself and let them know you are applying.
Questions- email careers@augsburg.edu
Strommen Career & Internship Services
All Hands Meeting: Thursday
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The Fall 2020 All Hands Meeting is Thursday, Sept. 24 at 11:30 a.m. All members of the campus community are invited to attend. President Paul Pribbenow will present, and Pastor Justin Lind-Ayres will have the First Word. Register to join the webinar on the All Hands page on Inside Augsburg (log in required).
2020 Christensen Symposium – Oct. 1
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2020 Christensen Symposium
Date: Thursday, October 01, 2020
Time: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM CST
Format: Zoom Webinar – to register see meeting Zoom webinar link below
The Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium will feature the Rev. Dr. Robert M. Franklin, Jr. In his position as the inaugural James T. and Berta R. Laney Chair in Moral Leadership at Candler School of Theology at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, Rev. Dr. Franklin challenges students to explore the concept of moral leadership in the 21st century in different cultures and contexts in the United States and around the world.
Dr. Franklin’s most recent book, Moral Leadership: Integrity, Courage, Imagination (2020), will be the focus of his October 1st presentation. Dr. Franklin proposes a model for moral leadership anchored in intellectual and ethical integrity, a vision of and commitment to the public good, and personal investment in transformative community. He shares ways in which we can discover and foster those qualities in ourselves.
The Symposium will feature a 45-minute presentation by Dr. Franklin followed by Q & A. This is a free event, open to students, staff and faculty. Registration required at webinar link provided. After registering, participants will receive a link to connect to the event.
Wednesday: WISE Feedback Session with Joaquin Munoz
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On Wednesday, September 23, CTL will present a WISE Feedback Training Session led by Joaquin Munoz. The session will take place from 3 pm – 4:30 pm. ZOOM information is in the link below. The link can only be viewed with an Augsburg email address.
Mark Your Calendars for a Tech Tune-up Debrief Session
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Thursday, October 1 | Tech Tune-up Debrief Session | 3 pm – 4:00 pm
The E-Learning team invites you to share what you have been experiencing at the start of this extraordinary semester:
*What is working well for you and what have you discovered that you are excited about?
*What have you encountered that you didn’t anticipate and how are you dealing with this?
*What questions do you need answered? (If we can’t supply the answer during the hour we will note your question(s) and get back to you individually)
*What would you like to get more training on?
It looks like this virus isn’t going away any time soon, so please help us learn how we can better equip you to teach effectively in the remote classroom.
Tech Tune-up Debrief Session (can only be viewed with an Augsburg email address)
The Writing Center is Open
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The Writing Center is OPEN for the Fall semester. Our hours are Sunday-Thursday 2pm-8pm. Please visit our website for more information. We looking forward to seeing you!
Recent AAC Approvals
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Last week AAC approved a Social Work proposal to eliminate two courses from their major: SWK 230 Global Peace and Social Development and SWK 240 Intergroup Dialogue.
The committee also approved a proposal from Sociology to change the name of SOC 266 from “Sociology of Sexualities” to “Sociology of Love, Intimacy, and Sexuality”.
Look to https://inside.augsburg.edu/facultysenate/aac/ for links to AAC meeting minutes and further information about the committee.
Approvals are regularly tracked in the spreadsheet linked below. If you have questions about AAC, you can contact Kerri Maher.
AAC Approvals Tracking Summary (can be viewed with an Augsburg email address)
Anti-Racism Trainings and Resources
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Look to https://inside.augsburg.edu/diversity/george-floyd-initiatives/ regularly for opportunities to take part in local events, online webinars and forums, and more. There are also suggested readings, podcasts, videos, and courses. This page continues to be updated on a daily basis. So check back often.
Student Success Hub- Now Open
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Advising Questions?
Visit the Student Success Hub located in the Strommen office to talk directly to a person and not through a computer screen.
Staff at the Student Success Hub will help answer questions about Academic Advising, TRIO, and Career Services. And if we don’t know the answer we will help figure it out.
Drop-in Hours are Monday- Friday 9 am – 4 pm. These appointments are 10-15 minutes long.
CLASS Resources for Faculty
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CLASS is here to support you with questions/concerns that arise related to access and accommodations in your courses. We want to ensure that students have equal access while maintaining all the core elements of your curriculum. Contact the Disability Specialist listed on the accommodation notification email or class@augsburg.edu.
Find our updated accommodated testing information at our website: For Faculty – Test-Taking Services, https://www.augsburg.edu/class/faculty/test-taking-services/
CLASS is grateful for the strong partnerships we have with Augsburg faculty and staff. Thank you for all your work in providing access to all our students.
Augsburg Homecoming 2020
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Who’s ready for Augsburg’s 2020 Homecoming week? Here are some events to look out for:
-Cider and Canvas on September 21st
-Create your own Pop Socket on September 22nd
-Drag/Lip Sync Showdown on September 24th
-Movie Night Showing of “Queen and Slim” on September 25th
-Homecoming Royalty Coronation Ceremony on September 26th
See the Campus Life Facebook Page for more information!
https://www.facebook.com/131955200291047/posts/1697521180401100/?d=n
Campus Ministry Chapel: Mindful Monday
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You are invited to take a few moments of Sabbath rest with a pre-recorded Mindfulness Meditation led by Krista Costin ’08, a yoga and mindfulness instructor. Today Krista will focus on boldness and vulnerability. https://youtu.be/1m6EQ1dmHUU
Get to know Exercise Science Club
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This is a get to know the Exercise Science Club to see if this is something you would like to join! The purpose of the Augsburg Exercise Science Club to encourage a lifestyle of exercise for those in the Augsburg community. This club aspires to embolden the Augsburg community with aspects of health, exercise science, and fitness for the purpose of facilitating participation and promoting a healthy active lifestyle with the intention to inspire activity. We will be discussing and hosting events monthly which may include yoga, zumba, health/sport related documentaries, a pasta night, disc golfing and yard games in which prizes will be held out. All events are free but require that you join the club! Feel free to pop in any time between 5-7pm tonight. If you are interested in participating in the club please contact Brooke at leoneb@augsburg.edu or request to join the club on Auggie Life. We look forward to you joining us!
Join Zoom Meeting https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/91731312057 Meeting ID: 917 3131 2057 One tap mobile +13017158592,,91731312057# US (Germantown) +13126266799,,91731312057# US (Chicago) Dial by your location +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) Meeting ID: 917 3131 2057 Find your local number: https://augsburg.zoom.us/u/aUGkDVbmf
Fall Check-In Sessions for Faculty and Staff TOMORROW and in October
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Join Rebecca John, vice president of operations, and other panelists to check in on our progress during this fall semester, ask questions, and share lessons you’ve learned in the course of your work. Register for a Zoom session on the All Hands Page (login required).
Sept. 22, noon-1 p.m.
October 1, 1-2 p.m.
October 8, noon-1:00 p.m.
First Augsburg Bold Speakers Scheduled
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Augsburg Bold underscores our connections in the community for addressing the most pressing issues of our time. Augsburg’s quad has been set up as a physically-distanced outdoor seminar room, and we are pleased to announce the first in a series of distinguished speakers. In-person attendance is reserved for Augsburg students and limited to 60; all speakers will be available to stream via Zoom.
Details on the first speakers scheduled are now available on the Augsburg Bold site. Next week will feature Olivia House ’20 on “The Summer of Resistance By Black Youth” and Assistant Professor Katie Clark on “Being Bold: Caring while in Solidarity.”
There are more to come—including some surprises!
In addition to the speaker series, Augsburg Bold will also include opportunities for students to learn about important topics in our community through experiences off campus—all designed following COVID-19 mitigation practices—and to participate in Homecoming 2020 celebrations on campus.
Learn more and sign up to attend in person or via Zoom at the Augsburg Bold site.
Top 3 Things Students Need to Know This Week
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It’s Homecoming week! View a list of fun activities you can take part in this week: https://amail.augsburg.edu/2020/09/18/augsburg-homecoming-2020-4/
Augsburg launches Augsburg Bold, a set of unique programming and responses to the current environment. Our speaker-series kicks off this Wednesday with “The Summer of Resistance By Black Youth” presented by Olivia House ‘20. Learn more: https://www.augsburg.edu/bold/
Feeling Sick? Or, worried about COVID-19 exposure? Students should report their status by filling out the self-reporting form:
https://inside.augsburg.edu/outbreak-planning/what-to-do-if-you-are-sick-or-exposed/