Augsburg University News and Announcements
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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.
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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.
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TODAY! The study abroad/away office is holding our first ever virtual study abroad/away fair! Representatives will be live from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
You will need to log into “Handshake”, the career services platform to register for the fair. Once inside, you can add sessions with the providers and programs you are interested in learning about.
Questions? Let us know at: abroad@augsburg.edu
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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)
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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 keynote. 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.
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All members of the Augsburg community are invited to attend a public presentation by the three finalists for the Director of the Pan-Afrikan Center search. All presentations will be conducted through ZOOM. Candidates will give a 20-minute presentation, followed by a 30-minute Q & A session. Faculty, staff and students are encouraged to attend to learn more about each candidate. A feedback link will be provided at the conclusion of each presentation.
Candidate 3
Friday, September 18
1:10-1:55pm
https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/95817512413?pwd=SjhNd3dFUHlDclJTSXhZZmsyWVB6dz09
Dial In:+1 646-558-8656
Passcode: 950973
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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.
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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.)
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Please be advised that on Sunday, Sep. 20th beginning at 6:45 am, Moodle will be undergoing maintenance for approximately an hour and will not be available during that time. Instructors, please make sure you do not have any deadlines set for that time.
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To ensure timely processing of payroll for the Sept 25 pay date, if you have forms to send, please submit them to HR by noon today, September 18. This includes HSA, retirement, stipend payments, and direct deposit and tax withholding changes. Email hr@augsburg.edu if you have questions or need help.
Timesheet Deadlines changed to Monday of Pay Weeks
Please note that all timesheet submissions AND approvals have moved up to Mondays during pay weeks. Timesheets can be submitted on Friday for supervisors to approve by noon on Mondays.
Secure Link to Human Resources & Payroll
To protect your information, forms containing sensitive data such as banking 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 for questions.
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The Writing Center will be open on September 21st for the Fall semester. Our hours will be Sunday-Thursday 2pm-8pm. Please visit our website for more information. We looking forward to seeing you!
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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
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Augsburg University’s students, faculty, and staff are invited to submit a Batalden grant proposal to support leadership in applied ethics on campus and/or in the community. This grant program defines applied ethics as work that focuses on, considers, and/or addresses public and/or private moral issues. The overarching objective of these grants is to promote broad conversations in interfaith, intersectional, and/or interdisciplinary applied ethics that promote social justice and social change. Grant funding for all proposals is generously supported by Paul ’63 and LaVonne (Olson) Batalden ’63, and Stephen ’67 and Sandra Batalden.
Grant proposals may be submitted in interfaith ethics, intersectional ethics, and/or interdisciplinary ethics. Priority deadline is October 15, 2020 (before midnight). Please email Batalden Faculty Scholar in Applied Ethics, Prof. Bibiana Koh (koh@augsburg.edu), to receive a copy of the full “call for proposals” with more specific information including eligibility and proposal format, and submission.
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To join AAUP or renew got to: http://www.aaup.org/membership/join . To know more, keep reading! In order to be in our mailing list, email Nancy Fischer (secretary): fischern@augsburg.edu
What is AAUP?
Founded in 1915, the American Association of University Professors (AAUP) is national nonprofit advocacy association of faculty and other academic professionals. It emphasizes shared governance, academic freedom, and works to amplify faculty voices. For more information go to http://www.aaup.org
Is there an Augsburg chapter?
Since 1966, Augsburg AAUP chapter has worked to advance AAUP’s mission to ensure strong faculty participation in shared governance. To read more about Augsburg AAUP chapter’s advancements go to:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/11k-jVsbOpyoB1rzOVt_-R2toTvkQbclI/view?usp=sharing
Why join now?
AAUP amplifies your voice and advocates for you! Currently we are concern about:
-Continued erosion of faculty presence and authority in governance of our academic program;
-Cancellation of curricular programs without robust faculty oversight;
-Changes in compensation and workloads
-Potential contractual and copyright implications of long-term online-only instruction (beyond emergency remote teaching and learning);
-Full participation in institutional decision-making regarding budget cuts and salary cuts;
-Assuring restoration of current faculty salaries, benefits and status when the current crisis abates
How much are the dues?
There is an income-based sliding scale. Considering the median salaries at Augsburg for tenured and non-tenured faculty the yearly dues are most likely between $66-134. You can do a one-time yearly payment or pay in monthly installments ($5.50-$11.17).
New member’s discount
The Minnesota AAUP chapter reimburses half of the AAUP membership fees for first-time members. Please, email your receipt for AAUP membership dues along with a mailing address to MN-AAUP secretary Katharine Bjork at: ksbjork@hamlline.edu
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HPJxMEp8BOtCSbNwwOZKQGHQAi5D-78Qud1-BCKCHZg/edit?ts=5efc013e
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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 21, 22, and 23, 6:00-8:00pm
Performance Dates: November 13th and 14th
Email theatre@augsburg.edu for the Zoom link!
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In this episode of The Forum Podcast, Farzana Nayani (Farzana Nayani, Consulting and Training) offers options for learning how to discuss diversity with children at home, at school, and in the community.
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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)
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Each Friday all are welcome to hold silence at 10:40 am for 8 minutes and 46 seconds as we remember George Floyd (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, Pastoral Intern Jenn Luong offers a “Prayer of Both/And” https://www.augsburg.edu/campusministry/2020/09/17/a-prayer-of-both-and/
Chapel Videos are available on the Campus Ministry YouTube channel.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0e0mF3GVHSH-gArCrObyyg?view_as=subscriber
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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. 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!
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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.
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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
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Join the Sabo Center and the MN Youth Collective in registering to vote on Tuesday, September 22nd from 10am-3pm in the quad! Come register to vote or check your registration status. We will be available to answer any questions you may have about the process and what voting looks like at Augsburg!
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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
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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).
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Facilities Operations Manager Bryan Massich gives classroom sanitation tips to students, faculty, and staff.
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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.
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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.
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Take a spring semester course that includes a week of travel to NYC on spring break!
— FROM ROOTS TO RAP: ISLAM IN AMERICA —
Course: HIS 195 – fulfills a Humanities requirement
Program Leader: professor Maheen Zaman
Travel Dates: March 12-19, 2021
We will walk in the footsteps of Malcolm X on our tour of Muslim Harlem as we study the vast diversity of Black Muslim traditions – Nation of Islam, Sunni Black Muslims, West African businesses, and Latinx Muslims of East Harlem. At New York University’s nationally acclaimed Islamic Center, located in the Village, we will observe the Friday prayer in the context of a campus community integrated with its surrounding professional workforce.
Beyond these two sites in Manhattan, we will venture out to Queens, Brooklyn, and the Bronx to learn from organizers and advocates of immigration rights and civil liberties, investigate the process of social disappearance of working class Muslims in the face of gentrification, conduct oral histories as paired researchers across the five boroughs, sit with disciples of a female Sufi master and experience the ambiance of their spiritual practice, visit the museums of Natural History and the Metropolitan Museum of Art to critically compare natural and cultural representation of Islam and Muslims, take a ferry ride to Elis Island, Statue of Liberty, and compare that immigration narrative with the memories of exclusion curated at the Museum of the Chinese in America, and so much more.
***Applications due November 1*** Open to all Auggies
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On Friday, September 18th, the study abroad/away office will be holding our first ever virtual study abroad/away fair! We will be using the career services software “Handshake” for Auggies to set up one on one appointments with study abroad providers, in addition to joining group presentations. Representatives will be live from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Top tips to get the most out of Augsburg’s Virtual Study Abroad/Away Fair:
(1) Set up your profile in Handshake, making sure to provide more details on yourself and what you are looking for.
(2) Browse the Program Preview pages at engage.augsburg.edu/globalauggies/ to see which programs will be at the fair – you can see quick videos, photos of the representative you can meet, and more! This should help you narrow down a few you’d really like to talk to.
(3) Start building your schedule! You can book 1-1 meetings or group sessions with some of the representatives, where you can learn more and ask questions about the programs. You can add sessions on the day of the fair, but many times may be booked – so make your preferred schedule early!
Questions? Let us know at: abroad@augsburg.edu
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Strommen Career Peer Advisors are available for live (real time) resume and cover letter reviews via Zoom. Tuesday-Friday 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Whether you’re looking for feedback on application documents for a job or internship or creating these documents for the first time, our trained Career Peer Advisors are here to help you achieve your career goals!
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To ensure timely processing of payroll for the Sept 25 pay date, if you have forms to send, please submit them to HR by noon on Friday, Sept 18. This includes HSA, retirement, stipend payments, and direct deposit and tax withholding changes. Email hr@augsburg.edu if you have questions or need help.
Timesheet Deadlines changed to Monday of Pay Weeks
Please note that all timesheet submissions AND approvals have moved up to Mondays during pay weeks. Timesheets can be submitted on Friday for supervisors to approve by noon on Mondays.
Secure Link to Human Resources & Payroll
To protect your information, forms containing sensitive data such as banking 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 for questions.
Thank you so much! -Your HR & Payroll Team
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Please be advised that on Sunday, Sep. 20th beginning at 6:45 am, Moodle will be undergoing maintenance for approximately an hour and will not be available during that time. Instructors, please make sure you do not have any deadlines set for that time.
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All members of the Augsburg community are invited to attend a public presentation by the three finalists for the Director of the Pan-Afrikan Center search. All presentations will be conducted through ZOOM. Candidates will give a 20-minute presentation, followed by a 30-minute Q & A session. Faculty, staff and students are encouraged to attend to learn more about each candidate. A feedback link will be provided at the conclusion of each presentation.
Candidate 2
Thursday, September 17
9:10-9:55am
https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/97356435472?pwd=eTE0TzdWZHFPL3BMU0xpcWp4UnNpUT09
Dial-In: 1+ 646-558-8656
Passcode: 091118
Candidate 3
Friday, September 18
1:10-1:55pm
https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/95817512413?pwd=SjhNd3dFUHlDclJTSXhZZmsyWVB6dz09
Dial In:+1 646-558-8656
Passcode: 950973
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Roomy 2-bedroom upper-level duplex available for rent in the lively Sheridan neighborhood of Northeast Minneapolis. 10-minute drive from campus and close to coffee shops, restaurants, parks, everything! $1200/month and includes single-stall garage, great for winter! Tenant pays for heat and electric and responsible for driveway snow removal; landlord responsible for lawn and all other snow removal. Click the link for more photos and call/text/email Martha Truax at 651-261-9646 for questions or more info.
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The Center for Wellness & Counseling has an after-hours urgent phone counseling service, (ProtoCall), available to support students. Call CWC at 612-330-1707 and choose Option 1 to talk to a trained mental health counselor for coping support after hours and on weekends..
For additional ongoing phone counseling when CWC is closed, Walk In Counseling is providing free, confidential phone counseling (with ongoing appointments available). For other low cost counseling centers in the community, click on the link below.
https://www.augsburg.edu/cwc/counseling/counseling-low-cost/
https://www.augsburg.edu/cwc/counseling/counseling-low-cost/
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September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. The JED Foundation has some great resources to check out on how to start a conversation, self-care,and COVID resources. Also remember that the Center for Wellness and Counseling is also a resource. If you want to schedule a zoom counseling session with CWC, please call 612-330-1707 or email detloff@augsburg.edu
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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 keynote. 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.
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Qualtrics has informed us that they’re retiring the Classic Reports in favor of the new Advanced Reports. Below is what they have said:
Over the last 24 months, we’ve been working hard to develop an improved and modern reporting experience. The new and improved Advanced Reports experience is now available to all of our customers and offers a number of benefits including: a new simplified user experience, better application performance and increased stability in report generation. You can find out more about the new experience on this support page. https://www.qualtrics.com/support/survey-platform/reports-module/reports-section/paginated-reports-overview/
After October 31st, 2020, you will lose access to any reports which were created with Classic Reports, including scheduled emails and public reports. If you have not already done so, we encourage you to rebuild reports on the Advanced Reports platform and to download a PDF copy of existing reports you wish to keep.
To view Classic Reports in a user account, navigate to the Advanced Reports page (Reports tab > Reports section), click on the name of the advanced report and select View Classic Reports from the dropdown.
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Augsburg University’s students, faculty, and staff are invited to submit a Batalden grant proposal to support leadership in applied ethics on campus and/or in the community. This grant program defines applied ethics as work that focuses on, considers, and/or addresses public and/or private moral issues. The overarching objective of these grants is to promote broad conversations in interfaith, intersectional, and/or interdisciplinary applied ethics that promote social justice and social change. Grant funding for all proposals is generously supported by Paul ’63 and LaVonne (Olson) Batalden ’63, and Stephen ’67 and Sandra Batalden.
Grant proposals may be submitted in interfaith ethics, intersectional ethics, and/or interdisciplinary ethics. Priority deadline is October 15, 2020 (before midnight). Please email Batalden Faculty Scholar in Applied Ethics, Prof. Bibiana Koh (koh@augsburg.edu), to receive a copy of the full “call for proposals” with more specific information including eligibility and proposal format, and submission.
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In this episode of The Forum Podcast, Farzana Nayani (Farzana Nayani, Consulting and Training) offers options for learning how to discuss diversity with children at home, at school, and in the community.
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Just a reminder to all that the Center for Wellness & Counseling website has many resources to support our community in emotional coping during this challenging time.
The website includes pages such as:
Coping with COVID
Skills to Feel Better Now
TAO Online Skills Training
Anxiety Self-Help
Depression Self-Help
Healing from Racial Trauma
Self-Care for Activists
Online Mental Health Screening
Crisis Information
Also, CWC has an Urgent After Hours Phone Counseling service, just call 612-330-1707 and choose Option 1 (available anytime CWC is closed).
Remember, “Go easy on yourself. You’re doing great. This is just really hard.”
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The Writing Center will be open on September 21st for the Fall semester. Our hours will be Sunday-Thursday 2pm-8pm. Please visit our website for more information. We looking forward to seeing you!
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Please join us in Hoversten Chapel or by live streaming for chapel today at 11:30 am. The Campus Ministry student deacons will lead worship today. 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. The link to the video will be available on our Campus Ministry calendar. The bulletin for today is available online. http://web.augsburg.edu/campusministry/Daily_Chapel_Bulletins/2020-21_Bulletins/2020-09-17_Chapel-bulletin.pdf
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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. The nomination deadline is 5 p.m. on September 25.
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/.
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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.
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Augsburg contracts with the Aurora Center – U of M for free services for Augsburg students. One of the services being offered is THE WOMEN OF COLOR SUPPORT GROUP. This group welcomes all people who identify as women and BIPOC who are survivors of sexual violence. This group will address themes related to oppression, intersectionality, and the unique experiences as survivors and women of color…”
The goal is to build connections and activities related to the intersectionality of trauma and healing. Trans women, trans feminine folks, non-binary and non-conforming folks are welcome to this group. If interested, contact Kia Whittier at whitt204@umn.edu.
Nancy Guilbeault – Director, Center for Wellness and Counseling
submitted by griesse@augsburg.edu
Dining Services and the Augsburg community safely navigated the first two weeks within our dining facilities. This allowed us to expand our services beginning Thursday, September 10. As the semester progresses, we intend to continue introducing more menu items in a series of “waves.” We completed Wave 1 and are now in Wave 2!
WAVE 1: GRAB AND GO
Fresh, healthy, cold grab and go items individually wrapped by dining services. Minimal item options to reduce wait times and contact with other patrons.
WAVE 2: SERVED HOT
Introduction of hot entrees for breakfast and lunch in the Commons and the return of the full traditional Einsteins’ menu.
The Commons: Hot meals for breakfast and lunch will now be available.
Payments: Meal plans, Flex Points, Credit Cards.
Einsteins: Hot sandwiches and coffee drinks are back! Stop by to grab some of your favorites. Payments: Credit Cards, Meal Replacements and Flex points
NOTE
Nabo: Temporarily closed so we can provide more options in the Commons and Einsteins
submitted by hardaker@augsburg.edu
CGEE welcomes students, faculty and staff to attend this World Exploration Week session featuring Elisa Vanegas, CGEE Global Faculty member from Nicaragua. She will discuss what can we learn about social justice and revolutions from the rest of the world.
Join the zoom event LIVE at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, September 16.
submitted by tensen@augsburg.edu
Please be advised that on Sunday, Sep. 20th beginning at 6:45 am, Moodle will be undergoing maintenance for approximately an hour and will not be available during that time. Instructors, please make sure you do not have any deadlines set for that time.
submitted by grayk2@augsburg.edu
Strommen Career Peer Advisors are ready to review your resume and cover letter virtually. Whether you’re applying to a job or internship or creating your resume/cover letter for the first time, they are here to support you via Zoom Tuesday-Friday 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Central Time).
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.
Learn More & Register: Fall Internship & Career Recruiting Fair
submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu
Register to attend the U.S. Bank 2021 Internship Program Overview and Former Intern Panel
**U.S. Bank hires over 100 summer 2021 internships!! Hiring is all done by early October.
Overview: During this session they will discuss their company, culture , values, and upcoming internship opportunities. You will also hear from former interns from a variety of markets and business functions who will share their experience and answer student questions.
Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2020
Time: 5:00-6:00pm CST
RSVP: Pre-registration for this event is required and can be done here
https://usbank.avature.net/campusrelations?jobId=74158
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
Strommen Career & Internship Services
submitted by shamblet@augsburg.edu
The Echo, Augsburg’s student-run newspaper, is hiring for two new positions this school year! These open positions are Photo Editor and Online Publishing Coordinator. We would love for new students to join our team! Job descriptions are below.
Interested students please send an inquiry email to echo@augsburg.edu! We also invite you to join our general meetings on Fridays from 10:30 am – 11:00 am to learn more about paper.
Zoom link: https://www.google.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Faugsburg.zoom.us%2Fj%2F99351049196
Photo Editor Job Description:
— Coordinate photos with articles and Section Editors.
— Have photos accessible and properly formatted to Layout Editor and Online Publishing Coordinator in a timely manner.
— Monitor and coordinate photo needs with photographers.
Online Publishing Coordinator Job Description:
— Manage The Echo’s social media accounts, including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
— Be the coordinator of online stories on The Echo’s website and post stories in a timely manner.
— Communicate to Executive Editor (or editor assigned to oversee web content) any issues or noteworthy items.
submitted by castills@augsburg.edu
All members of the Augsburg community are invited to attend a public presentation by the three finalists for the Director of the Pan-Afrikan Center search. All presentations will be conducted through ZOOM. Candidates will give a 20-minute presentation, followed by a 30-minute Q & A session. Faculty, staff and students are encouraged to attend to learn more about each candidate. A feedback link will be provided at the conclusion of each presentation.
Candidate 1
Wednesday, September 16
12:10-12:55pm
https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/95063219188?pwd=M29OdG5MUUhFcEl3amRlUWNLM1JnQT09
Dial-In: 1+646-558-8656
Passcode: 287531
Candidate 2
Thursday, September 17
9:10-9:55am
https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/97356435472?pwd=eTE0TzdWZHFPL3BMU0xpcWp4UnNpUT09
Dial-In: 1+ 646-558-8656
Passcode: 091118
Candidate 3
Friday, September 18
1:10-1:55pm
https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/95817512413?pwd=SjhNd3dFUHlDclJTSXhZZmsyWVB6dz09
Dial In:+1 646-558-8656
Passcode: 950973
submitted by koh@augsburg.edu
Augsburg University’s students, faculty, and staff are invited to submit a Batalden grant proposal to support leadership in applied ethics on campus and/or in the community. This grant program defines applied ethics as work that focuses on, considers, and/or addresses public and/or private moral issues. The overarching objective of these grants is to promote broad conversations in interfaith, intersectional, and/or interdisciplinary applied ethics that promote social justice and social change. Grant funding for all proposals is generously supported by Paul ’63 and LaVonne (Olson) Batalden ’63, and Stephen ’67 and Sandra Batalden.
Grant proposals may be submitted in interfaith ethics, intersectional ethics, and/or interdisciplinary ethics. Priority deadline is October 15, 2020 (before midnight). Please email Batalden Faculty Scholar in Applied Ethics, Prof. Bibiana Koh (koh@augsburg.edu), to receive a copy of the full “call for proposals” with more specific information including eligibility and proposal format, and submission.
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 15th and 16th, 6:00-8:00pm
Performance Dates: November 13th and 14th
Follow this Zoom link at 6:00pm: https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/91678510858?pwd=SW5ycG84VlhDMXI1aGZ5cUErY25FUT09
submitted by alamilla@augsburg.edu
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.
submitted by alamilla@augsburg.edu
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.
submitted by cihlar@augsburg.edu
Howling Bird Press is pleased to reveal the cover design for our forthcoming memoir “Self, Divided,” by John Medeiros! Noted author Brian Malloy says “‘Self, Divided’ is an immersive journey to the self’s ‘true north’ against the backdrop of identical twinship, growing up working class, coming out, and living with HIV/AIDS. Captivating not only for Medeiros’s evocative lyricism, but also for his original and imaginative use of narrative space, his quest to create an identity all his own is a sad, funny, and memorable story of growth against the odds, written in the language of hard-won victory.”
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
In this episode of The Forum Podcast, Farzana Nayani (Farzana Nayani, Consulting and Training) offers options for learning how to discuss diversity with children at home, at school, and in the community.
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.
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
A conversation with Wendy Goldberg, Augsburg Interfaith Fellow 2017-19 and adjunct religion instructor, and Holly Farber, Director of the Speakers Bureau at Jewish Community Relations Council and volunteer at Interfaith Action, and Fardosa Hassan, Muslim Student Program Associate and Assistant Director of Augsburg Interfaith Institute, as they talk about the Jewish High Holy Days season, which runs for the entire lunar month of Tishrei, this year from Friday evening, September 18 – Sunday, October 11. Rosh Hashannah begins Friday evening at sundown. https://youtu.be/lM22IxED_gI
submitted by mismashj@augsburg.edu
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
submitted by dores@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.
For more information, go to: http://www.augsburg.edu/stem/augstem.
Questions? Contact: stem@augsburg.edu.
submitted by cswanson@augsburg.edu
To ensure timely processing of payroll for the Sept 25 pay date, if you have forms to send, please submit them to HR by noon on Friday, Sept 18. This includes HSA, retirement, stipend payments, and direct deposit and tax withholding changes. Email hr@augsburg.edu if you have questions or need help.
Timesheet Deadlines changed to Monday of Pay Weeks
Please note that all timesheet submissions AND approvals have moved up to Mondays during pay weeks. Timesheets can be submitted on Friday for supervisors to approve by noon on Mondays.
Secure Link to Human Resources & Payroll
To protect your information, forms containing sensitive data such as banking 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 for questions.
Thank you so much! -Your HR & Payroll Team
submitted by wegenke@augsburg.edu
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).
submitted by griesse@augsburg.edu
Dining Services and the Augsburg community safely navigated the first two weeks within our dining facilities. This allowed us to expand our services beginning Thursday, September 10. As the semester progresses, we intend to continue introducing more menu items in a series of “waves.” We completed Wave 1 and are now in Wave 2!
WAVE 1: GRAB AND GO
Fresh, healthy, cold grab and go items individually wrapped by dining services. Minimal item options to reduce wait times and contact with other patrons.
WAVE 2: SERVED HOT
Introduction of hot entrees for breakfast and lunch in the Commons and the return of the full traditional Einsteins’ menu.
The Commons: Hot meals for breakfast and lunch will now be available.
Payments: Meal plans, Flex Points, Credit Cards.
Einsteins: Hot sandwiches and coffee drinks are back! Stop by to grab some of your favorites. Payments: Credit Cards, Meal Replacements and Flex points
NOTE
Nabo: Temporarily closed so we can provide more options in the Commons and Einsteins
submitted by tensen@augsburg.edu
Please be advised that on Sunday, Sep. 20th beginning at 6:45 am, Moodle will be undergoing maintenance for approximately an hour and will not be available during that time. Instructors, please make sure you do not have any deadlines set for that time.
submitted by forsthj@augsburg.edu
The Writing Center will open on September 21st! Please go to our website for additional information about our hours and how to schedule an appointment. We look forward to seeing you!
submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu
The “Justice for George Floyd Initiatives” page is regularly updated with events and resources. Continue to check it out for opportunities to get involved.
submitted by alamilla@augsburg.edu
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.
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
When: September 17, 2020 11:00 am – 12:00 pm CST
Level: Introductory
Track: D&I Strategy
Presenter: Joseph Santana, CDO PowerCircle
Cost: Free
Learning to accept differences, watching our thoughts, avoiding right and wrong dichotomies, training for unconscious bias awareness—these are all often-recommended steps toward being more open and accepting of others. Companies spend billions of dollars a year on these training programs. Unfortunately, they often fall short. Find out why and take away easy-to-apply, quick, practical ways to create the inclusive environment you want!
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
In this episode of The Forum Podcast, Farzana Nayani (Farzana Nayani, Consulting and Training) offers options for learning how to discuss diversity with children at home, at school, and in the community.
submitted by alamilla@augsburg.edu
Augsburg University students discuss the importance of wearing face coverings during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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/
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 15th and 16th, 6:00-8:00pm
Performance Dates: November 13th and 14th
Follow this Zoom link on your preferred day: https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/91678510858?pwd=SW5ycG84VlhDMXI1aGZ5cUErY25FUT09
submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu
On 9/14/20 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. Note: Work done by the committee over the summer has not yet been added to this spreadsheet but will be added soon.
If you have questions about AAC, you can contact Kerri Maher.
AAC Approvals Tracking Summary (can be viewed with an Augsburg email address)
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Please join us in Hoversten Chapel or by live streaming for chapel today at 11:30 am. Pastoral Intern Jenn Luong will preach on “In Boldness, We Question” 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. The link to the video will be available on our Campus Ministry calendar. The bulletin for today is available online. http://web.augsburg.edu/campusministry/Daily_Chapel_Bulletins/2020-21_Bulletins/2020-09-15_Chapel_bulletin.pdf
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
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. The nomination deadline is 5 p.m. on September 25.
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/.
submitted by mismashj@augsburg.edu
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
submitted by koh@augsburg.edu
Augsburg University’s students, faculty, and staff are invited to submit a Batalden grant proposal to support leadership in applied ethics on campus and/or in the community. This grant program defines applied ethics as work that focuses on, considers, and/or addresses public and/or private moral issues. The overarching objective of these grants is to promote broad conversations in interfaith, intersectional, and/or interdisciplinary applied ethics that promote social justice and social change. Grant funding for all proposals is generously supported by Paul ’63 and LaVonne (Olson) Batalden ’63, and Stephen ’67 and Sandra Batalden.
Grant proposals may be submitted in interfaith ethics, intersectional ethics, and/or interdisciplinary ethics. Priority deadline is October 15, 2020 (before midnight). Please email Batalden Faculty Scholar in Applied Ethics, Prof. Bibiana Koh (koh@augsburg.edu), to receive a copy of the full “call for proposals” with more specific information including eligibility and proposal format, and submission.
submitted by wegenke@augsburg.edu
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).
Hello everyone, Mental Health Connect is hosting a virtual webinar featuring Kevin Kling, a comedian and actor in the Twin Cities! Did you know laughter releases endorphins, decreases anger, eases distressing emotions, relaxes and revitalizes, reduces stress and brings more fun into your life?
Humor is very important to mental health. 2020 has been quite a year, wouldn’t you agree? Come laugh with us! Invite more fun into your life! Everyone is welcomed to join but especially for those who are social work, psychology, and sociology majors!
When: September 16 at 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm Click on the link below to register. On the day of, you will receive a link to the actual webinar.
Thank you, see you there!
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.
submitted by abounass@augsburg.edu
This week’s facilities management updates include:
-Procedure for requesting hand sanitizer refills
-Instructional video on how to clean spaces properly
-Updates on other COVID preventative measures
For more information, please follow the link provided.
submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu
**U.S. Bank hires over 100 summer 2021 internships!! Hiring is all done by early October.
The U.S. Bank Campus Recruiting team will be hosting our 2021 Internship Program Overview and Former Intern Panel virtual information session and would love to extend the invitation to Augsburg University students.
Title: U.S. Bank 2021 Internship Program Overview and Former Intern Panel
Overview: During this session we will discuss our company, our culture and values, and upcoming internship opportunities. You will also hear from some of our former interns from a variety of markets and business functions who will share their experience and answer student questions.
Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2020
Time: 5:00-6:00pm CST
RSVP: Pre-registration for this event is required at https://usbank.avature.net/campusrelations?jobId=74158
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
submitted by griesse@augsburg.edu
Dining Services and the Augsburg community safely navigated the first two weeks within our dining facilities. This allowed us to expand our services beginning Thursday, September 10. As the semester progresses, we intend to continue introducing more menu items in a series of “waves.” We completed Wave 1 and are now in Wave 2!
WAVE 1: GRAB AND GO
Fresh, healthy, cold grab and go items individually wrapped by dining services. Minimal item options to reduce wait times and contact with other patrons.
WAVE 2: SERVED HOT
Introduction of hot entrees for breakfast and lunch in the Commons and the return of the full traditional Einsteins’ menu.
The Commons: Hot meals for breakfast and lunch will now be available.
Payments: Meal plans, Flex Points, Credit Cards.
Einsteins: Hot sandwiches and coffee drinks are back! Stop by to grab some of your favorites. Payments: Credit Cards, Meal Replacements and Flex points
NOTE
Nabo: Temporarily closed so we can provide more options in the Commons and Einsteins
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 15th and 16th, 6:00-8:00pm
Performance Dates: November 13th and 14th
Email theatre@augsburg.edu for the Zoom link
submitted by shamblet@augsburg.edu
The Echo, Augsburg’s student-run newspaper is hiring for two open positions for the 20-21 school year! These positions are Photo & Social Media Editor and Online Publishing Coordinator. If you’re interested please send an inquiry email to echo@augsburg.edu! The job description for each position is listed below.
Online Publishing Coordinator Job Description:
Be the coordinator of online publication.
Post all stories in a timely manner.
Report directly to Executive Editor (or editor assigned to oversee web content) any issues or noteworthy items.
Photo & Social Editor Job Description:
Manage The Echo’s Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram accounts.
Coordinate photos with articles and Section Editors.
Have photos accessible and properly formatted to Layout Editor and Online Publishing Coordinator in a timely manner.
Monitor and coordinate photo needs with photographers.
The Echo’s Website, where you can learn more about the paper and our team of editors.
submitted by tensen@augsburg.edu
Please be advised that on Sunday, Sep. 20th beginning at 6:45 am, Moodle will be undergoing maintenance for approximately an hour and will not be available during that time. Instructors, please make sure you do not have any deadlines set for that time.
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
In this episode of The Forum Podcast, Farzana Nayani (Farzana Nayani, Consulting and Training) offers options for learning how to discuss diversity with children at home, at school, and in the community.
submitted by hardaker@augsburg.edu
On Friday, September 18th, the study abroad/away office will be holding our first ever virtual study abroad/away fair! We will be using the career services software “Handshake” for Auggies to set up one on one appointments with study abroad providers, in addition to joining group presentations. Representatives will be live from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Top tips to get the most out of Augsburg’s Virtual Study Abroad/Away Fair:
(1) Set up your profile in Handshake, making sure to provide more details on yourself and what you are looking for.
(2) Browse the Program Preview pages at engage.augsburg.edu/globalauggies/ to see which programs will be at the fair – you can see quick videos, photos of the representative you can meet, and more! This should help you narrow down a few you’d really like to talk to.
(3) Start building your schedule! You can book 1-1 meetings or group sessions with some of the representatives, where you can learn more and ask questions about the programs. You can add sessions on the day of the fair, but many times may be booked – so make your preferred schedule early!
Questions? Let us know at: abroad@augsburg.edu
submitted by hardaker@augsburg.edu
Welcome to World Exploration Week! We’re kicking off with the premier of our first video, “Getting Started.” Don’t forget to look for the hidden link in the video description to submit your name to our prize drawing! Each event you attend during WEW will give you another prize drawing ticket. Then on Friday, we will randomize all the entries to pick the winners after the virtual study abroad/away fair!
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
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. https://youtu.be/fG8sHEdBlZk
submitted by guilbeau@augsburg.edu
Augsburg has recently expanded our wellness and mental health services to give the Augsburg Community 24/7 access to a free service called TAO. The TAO App includes over 150 brief, effective, educational sessions covering over 50 common topics and skills related to mental health, wellness, and substance use issues. TAO includes interactive sessions, mindfulness exercises and practice tools, all aimed at helping you achieve your goals to improve your wellbeing.
The Tao App can be used by individuals for their wellbeing, by faculty for supporting students or as it relates to their teaching discipline, and by staff in their work with their Departments and work with students going through tough times.
To create your free anonymous account go to the TAO button located on the Center for Wellness and Counseling website:
https://www.augsburg.edu/cwc/self-help/tao-online-mental-health/
• Enter First Name, Last Name, and your school email address
• Create a Password
• Leave the ‘Enrollment Key’ field blank and Click Sign Me Up
• Check your email. You will be sent a Welcome to TAO email with a confirmation link, which you must click on to sign in.
Please share this information with other members of the Augsburg community.
Nancy Guilbeault, Director – Center for Wellness and Counseling (CWC)
submitted by wegenke@augsburg.edu
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).
submitted by cashdar@augsburg.edu
Students can view the document below to find details about campus spaces reserved specifically for remote learning, studying, and eating during the fall semester.
Reserve a remote learning space in Lindell Library here: https://library.augsburg.edu/study
List of first come, first serve remote learning, studying, and eating spaces. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1dGpfnJexqztoHhwRuBWMWQgeGoZydo0jVonaB5xLps0/edit?usp=sharing
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This fall, a new tool is available to help 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. The tool provides bite-sized descriptions, location and contact information, and additional key details for the Augsburg offices and departments that are 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.
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You already know that what you post on social media can impact your reputation, and you probably monitor what you do or say accordingly.
During the pandemic, there’s a new thing to watch out for: photos that don’t reflect physical distancing or the appropriate use of masks. Such photos can go viral, generating negative feedback.
This is especially important for social media posts that represent Augsburg. In order to support students, staff, faculty, and their families, we are following the Minnesota Department of Health’s guidelines for institutions of higher education, as well as Governor Walz’s executive order mandating face coverings in public spaces indoors as well as outdoors where physical distancing cannot be maintained. Photos posted to Augsburg social media accounts or photos that tag Augsburg should reflect these practices.
Please also keep in mind that photos from before the pandemic may be misinterpreted. For now please do not use old photos that show groups of people close together for Augsburg-related communications.
