Author: Jessica Mueller

Augsburg McNair Scholars Program Award 5-Year Grant

submitted by taveram@augsburg.edu

The Augsburg University Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program was just notified the grant was approved for 2017-2022! This signifies the McNair Scholars, a federal TRIO program, will be funded $232,262 annually for the next five years by the U.S. Department of Education (slight fluctuations are dependent on congressional decisions). The goal of the McNair Scholars Program is to increase graduate degree awards for students from underrepresented segments of society; either first-generation college students with financial need, and/or members of a group underrepresented in graduate education. McNair participants have demonstrated strong academic potential and will prepare for graduate study through involvement in research and other scholarly activities. The McNair Scholars Program was created by the U.S. Congress in honor of Dr. Ronald E. McNair, the astronaut and physicist who was among the first African Americans in the U.S. space program. For more information about the program visit http://www.augsburg.edu/mcnair or http://www.facebook.com/augsburg.mcnairscholars

Augsburg McNair Scholars Website

Community Opportunity Fair at Augsburg Next Monday

submitted by truem@augsburg.edu

Come to the Community Opportunity Fair to meet people from over 25 different community organizations and learn about service-learning, internship, volunteer and advocacy opportunities.
11am-1pm
Christensen Center Lobby
For more information, please contact Mary Laurel True in the Sabo Center, truem@augsburg.edu

Study in UK on Winter Break – Apply by Sept 30

submitted by stoddard@augsburg.edu

Take your winter break to a new level – study abroad!

The winter break program, From Harry Potter to #Brexit: Youth Culture and Social Change in the UK, will examine the connections among popular culture, politics, and youth activism in 20th and 21st century Britain. Travel to the UK from December 28 to January 7!

The course, WST 220, is 4-credits and can fulfill a Humanities credit, or a requirement for WST majors/minors or for Youth Studies minors. This program also fulfills the Augsburg Experience requirement.

APPLICATIONS are DUE SEPTEMBER 30. Visit the Study Abroad/Away office in the Christensen Center to learn more, or speak with an adviser. You can also visit our website for full program information, pricing, and to start an application.

Get full program details and application information here!

Thursday Lunch Deliveries with Campus Kitchen

submitted by greena@augsburg.edu

Every Thursday from 11:30-1:30, Campus Kitchen packages and delivers 60 meals to local seniors. This shift includes lots of warm greetings, a few shared stories about the week, lots of stairs or rides down in an elevator, and a free lunch that you can pack for yourself as well. Join us!

Staff – Remember, you can use your community service hours for this!

Sign up online to let us know you’re coming.

Sign up online to let us know you’re coming.

Faculty Reception in Library

submitted by holleric@augsburg.edu

All faculty members are warmly invited to a wine and cheese reception in the lower level of Lindell Library immediately following the Faculty Meeting on Wednesday, September 13 from approximately 4:40 to 6:30 PM. In addition to wine, cheese and hors d’oeuvres generously provided by Provost Karen Kaivola, faculty members will be treated to:

* a behind-the-scenes tour of our newly expanded Digitization Lab – come see how the Library preserves Auggie history for current and future generations
* an introduction to Idun http://idun.augsburg.edu/ (ee-doon), Augsburg’s own repository for faculty and student scholarship
* a visit to the Special Collections room, featuring City of Augsburg room materials, Scandinavian music collection, items from the University Art Collection and the Rare Books collection

Librarians will be on hand to answer your questions about all the ways the Library facilitates student learning and supports faculty scholarship. Please join us as we kick off Year 1 of Augsburg University!

For additional information, contact Mary Hollerich, Library Director, at holleric@augsburg.edu or x1603.

Lindell Library

Augburg Associates Fall Luncheon

submitted by waggoner@augsburg.edu

The Augsburg Associates invite you to their Fall Luncheon at the Town & Country Club in St. Paul. The program “Do Not Let My Words Fall to the Ground: Reflections of a Hymn Writer” will be presented by Susan Palo Cherwien, freelance writer and musician. An update from the University will be brought by Heather Riddle, VP Institutional Advancement. RSVP by September 11 online at augsburg.edu/alumni/events. The Town & Country Club is located at 300 Mississippi River Blvd. N. and the cost of the event is $30. See you there!

It’s Time to Find the Writing Lab

submitted by swanson@augsburg.edu

Fall semester has now begun in the Augsburg Writing Lab. Tutors await all students, grad and undergrad, and their written work – essays, applications, personal statements, creative writing. The Lab is located on the street level of Lindell Library and is just left of the circulation desk. No appointments are taken.
Here are the hours:

Mondays – 11:10–1:40 p.m., and 6:30–9:30 p.m.
Tuesdays – 12:30–3 p.m.; 3:30–6 p.m., and 7:30–10 p.m.
Wednesdays –11:10–1:40 p.m.; 3:30–6 p.m., and 6:30–9 p.m.
Thursdays – 12:30–3 p.m.; 3:30–6 p.m., and 7:30–10 p.m.
Fridays – 4–6:30 p.m.
Sundays – 5–8 p.m.

Any questions? Contact Kathryn Swanson, English.

Student Groups: Help Promote Augsburg

submitted by gearyb@augsburg.edu

Students Organizations and Clubs,

I’m looking to feature student groups on the Augsburg Admissions Twitter page. If you’re interested in helping, email me a short (twitter-sized) message about your club or organization, and a picture of your group doing something exciting (or a date that I could come take a picture)! Bonus for including #Auggies or #AuggiePride and for linking your group’s twitter page or website it you have one!

gearyb@augsburg.edu

Admissions Twitter

Intercultural Conflict Styles Today

submitted by johnso91@augsburg.edu

This workshop makes use of the Intercultural Conflict Style (ICS) Inventory, which describes an individual’s preferred approach or style for resolving conflict by reflecting the individual’s culturally learned patterns for dealing with disagreements and expressing emotions. This workshop will not only teach individuals about their own preferred approach and style, but it will also teach individuals about the preferred approaches and styles of others. Finally, this workshop will give participants tangible skills that can be used when navigating conflicts across cultural differences. The increased understanding of intercultural conflict styles and tangible skills participants will receive from this workshop can enhance their overall intercultural competence in resolving disagreements across cultures in addition to help them to create more inclusive campus spaces. For more information about this workshop, contact Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives Staff at diversity@augsburg.edu.

Study Abroad and Study Away Fair Tomorrow

submitted by stoddard@augsburg.edu

Come to the Study Abroad & Study Away Fair to learn about all the opportunities to study off-campus in the USA and Around the World. Programs go over winter and spring breaks, summer, and fall and spring semesters!

10:30 to 2:30 in the Christensen Center

Grab some popcorn, talk to advisers, program representatives, and fellow Auggies who have recently returned. Enter our prize drawing for a chance to win a gift card to Amazon, Target, Bite Squad, and more!

Learn more about the Study Abroad/Away Fair

Apply for Mayo Innovation Scholars Program

submitted by kipper@augsburg.edu

Applications for Augsburg’s Mayo Innovations Scholar Program are now available on the URGO website! This program is highly competitive and is primarily designed for juniors and seniors.

What is MISP?
In the process of conducting research, Mayo Clinic scientists have developed new products that may be marketable. These products are submitted to the Mayo Clinic Office of Intellectual Property (OIP) for a thorough investigation of marketability. The OIP has a significant backlog of products to be investigated. One of the backlogged products or inventions is assigned to each MISP team for investigative research and formal presentation at Mayo Clinic.

Augsburg’s team will consist of an MBA student, 3 undergraduate science students, 1 undergraduate business/economics student, and a Licensing Manager from the Mayo Clinic OIP. The team will work together to understand the science and applications of the projects or innovations and analyze the market potential. Each undergraduate student on the team will receive $1,000. Teams will begin work during October and the final presentations will be in March.

To Apply:
Applications can be found on the URGO website. Completed applications must be submitted to urgo@augsburg.edu by Thursday, September 21st. If you have any questions about the program, please contact us at urgo@augsburg.edu, 612-330-1441, or stop in at Science 152.

Harry Potter to Brexit: Study Abroad Info Night Tomorrow – Pizza Provided

submitted by stoddard@augsburg.edu

Come learn about the Harry Potter to Brexit Study Abroad Program going to the UK on Winter Break!

Wednesday, Sept 13
OCG 201
6-7pm

This Info Night will be led by Prof. Adriane Brown and the Study Abroad/Away office to provide more information on the program itinerary, coursework, and logistical aspects of study abroad including application, finances, and academic credit.

Study Abroad/Away will provide pizza and beverages.

RSVP for the Info Nite Here

Medical School Information Session

submitted by kipper@augsburg.edu

URGO will host Dr. TJ Bramwell, an orthopedic surgeon at Marshfield Clinic, and five alumni–David Bergstrand, David Fowler, Michelle Grafelman, Mahad Minhas, and Anna Weitz–currently attending the University of Minnesota Medical School. Learn more about Dr. Bramwell’s experiences as an osteopathic medical student at Des Moines University, residency, and orthopedic surgery. Our alumni will also share their insights about picking schools, the MCAT, experiences, the application process, interviews, and general advice.

Wednesday, September 13
6-7:30 pm
Science 108

For more information or to RSVP, contact Catherina Kipper at kipper@augsburg.edu.

Short Term Study Abroad/Away – Winter, Spring, and Summer

submitted by stoddard@augsburg.edu

The Center for Global Education and Experience is accepting applications for all of the Winter Break, Spring Break, and Summer 2018 short-term study abroad programs! Check out these great options, good for any student:

WINTER BREAK 2018 – Apply by September 30!
-Harry Potter to #Brexit: Youth Culture and Social Change in the UK

SPRING BREAK 2018
-Model UN in New York (travels slightly after spring break)
-Indigenous Social Activism in Chiapas, Mexico

SUMMER 2018
-Thailand & Laos: Diversity and Inequality in Global Professional Practice
-Denmark & Iceland: The Dark Side of the Happy City
-Interfaith Engagement in Palestine & Israel
-Economics & Cultural Change in Greece
-Art Performing Social Change in Puerto Rico
-Music Therapy in China
-Language and Culture in Mexico

Check here for program details and application information

2017 Christensen Symposium: Address by Bishop Eaton and #decolonizeLutheranism Community Panel

submitted by glasere@augsburg.edu

Join us on Thursday, September 21 as we welcome ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton for the 2017 Christensen Symposium!

Morning Event: Christensen Symposium Address by Bishop Eaton
Interfaith Friendships: How Difference Can Bring Us Together
11 a.m. – 12 p.m. in Hoversten Chapel, 625 22nd Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55454
To mark the 500th anniversary of the Lutheran Reformation, Augsburg is hosting a series of events this fall. As the first event in this series, Bishop Eaton’s address, “Interfaith Friendships: How Difference Can Bring Us Together,” will explore Lutheran identity and the ongoing Reformation in the 21st century.

Afternoon Event: #DecolonizeLutheranism Community Panel with Bishop Eaton
2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. in Hoversten Chapel, 625 22nd Ave South, Minneapolis, MN 55454
The #DecolonizeLutheranism grassroots movement challenges long-held patterns of white power and privilege in the ELCA and exclusivity associated with stereotypes regarding what it means to be Lutheran.

The topic for Bishop Eaton’s address and the focus of the panel conversation speak to the rich and increasing diversity of the Augsburg community; the priorities reflected in Augsburg’s mission, vision, and values; the urban and global contexts that shape Augsburg’s vocation; and Augsburg’s deep grounding in, and vibrant relationship with, the Lutheran Church. Join us for this day of challenging conversations as together we envision what it means to be neighbor in a richly diverse world.

Questions? Email ccv@augsburg.edu

We hope to see you there!

Van Cleve Featured in PBS Interview

submitted by holleric@augsburg.edu

Stewart Van Cleve, Digital Archivist and Research Services Librarian, is the subject of a PBS interview (http://www.tpt.org/post/from-rewire-stewart-van-cleve-chronicles-local-lgbtq-history/) by local station TPT because of his role in their forthcoming documentary, “Out North: MNLGBTQ History” (http://www.tpt.org/out-north/), which premieres October 16. The interview highlights Van Cleve’s extensive research on the history of Minnesota’s LGBTQ community, culminating in publication of his book “Land of 10,000 Loves: A History of Queer Minnesota”, and his Twin Cities walking tours of historical LGBTQ sites.

The newest member of the Lindell Library team, Van Cleve started at Augsburg on July 10. He is responsible for developing and maintaining the Library’s digital archival collections and for managing its newly expanded Digitization Lab. Van Cleve also provides general reference and instructional services and is the Library’s designated liaison to the following academic departments: History, Leadership/MAL, Sociology, and Urban Studies. He holds degrees in Urban Studies from the University of Minnesota and Portland State University and a master’s degree in Library and Information Science from St. Kate’s.

“Land of 10,000 Loves”, described in the interview as “a gorgeous illustrated portrait of Minnesota’s queer history”, can be read online (https://augsburg.on.worldcat.org/search?queryString=land+of+10%2C000+loves#/oclc/824353677) at no charge through Lindell Library’s ebook collection or purchased from Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Land-10-000-Loves-Minnesota/dp/0816676453/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1505148671&sr=8-1&keywords=land+of+10%2C000+loves) or other booksellers.

Lindell Library

Win $5,000 to Study Abroad – Gilman Scholarship Information and Workshop

submitted by stoddard@augsburg.edu

Are you thinking about study abroad in Spring or Summer 2018? Are you a US Citizen and a Pell Grant eligible student?

If you answered yes to all three, YOU ARE ELIGIBLE for the Gillman Scholarship for Study Abroad! Gilman Scholarship recipients can win up to $5000 or $8000 for a semester abroad program. Generous scholarships are also available for Summer programs.

Learn more about the scholarship and how to submit a strong application at one of the upcoming Gilman Workshops:

MONDAY September 18, 3:00-3:30 pm in Oyate Commons, Christensen Center lower level

TUESDAY September 19, 11:30-12:00 in Oyate Commons, Christensen Center lower level

Gilman Scholarship Applications are DUE ON OCTOBER 3. Get started today and we’ll see you at the workshop. Stop by our office in Oyate Commons if you have any questions before then.

Learn more about the Gilman Scholarship here

Harry Potter to Brexit: Study Abroad Info Night on Wednesday – Pizza Provided

submitted by stoddard@augsburg.edu

Come learn about the Harry Potter to Brexit Study Abroad Program going to the UK on Winter Break!

Wednesday, Sept 13
OCG 201
6-7pm

This Info Night will be led by Prof. Adriane Brown and the Study Abroad/Away office to provide more information on the program itinerary, coursework, and logistical aspects of study abroad including application, finances, and academic credit.

Study Abroad/Away will provide pizza and beverages.

RSVP for the Info Nite Here

VP Enrollment Management Open Forum Cancellation

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

The VP for Enrollment Management open forums scheduled for today and tomorrow have been canceled as a result of the candidates withdrawing their candidacy for the position. In both cases, the candidates cited personal situations that prevented them from being able to fully commit to a transition at this time.

The next open forum for the VP of Enrollment Management is scheduled for Monday, September 18, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. in Oren 100. The candidate’s credentials will be posted in A-mail on Friday.

A reminder to those who attended the Sept. 8 open forum with the first VP for Enrollment Management candidate: Please complete the feedback form at the link below:
http://augsburg.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1YsVsHoTuI8QKTH

The feedback form will be available until 5 p.m. today.

Commons Cafe Extended Hours

submitted by ahrensj@augsburg.edu

Because you asked for it, the Commons will be open earlier for breakfast, hot lunch served longer, and dinner served later.
The Commons is open from 7:00 a.m.-8 p.m.
Breakfast: 7:00 – 9:45 a.m.
Continental Breakfast: 9:45 – 11 a.m.
Lunch: 11 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Light Lunch: 2:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Dinner: 4:30 – 8 p.m.
Note that the 8 p.m. closing time is a one-month pilot program for the month of September. If dining from 7 – 8 p.m. proves to be a popular option, we will be able to stay open until 8 p.m. on a permanent basis.

Calling All Student Organizations and Departments

submitted by codek@augsburg.edu

Save the Date for Homecoming’s Taste of Augsburg event on Saturday, October 14 from 11-1:30 pm.
Taste of Augsburg is our own version of the State Fair where booths sell food and play games in effort to raise some money while having fun and taking part in Homecoming traditions! To apply for a booth, complete the form below by booth registration deadline of September 29, 2017.
Back by popular demand–seed money for Student Organizations. Contact the Alumni office to learn more or apply . Note, this application is in addition to the booth registration form.
Questions? Contact Katie Code at codek@augsburg.edu

https://goo.gl/forms/mrlzwcwn0r8M2Xq53

Drop In Hours for Career and Internship Services

submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu

Do you have a quick question about your resume? Registering an internship? Deciding on a major? Finding or applying for any opportunity? Stop in for a 15 minute drop-in appointment (no need to schedule) at Strommen Career & Internship Services (located in Christensen across from Einstein’s).
Mondays and Tuesdays: 2:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Wednesdays and Thursdays: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Strommen Career & Internship Services Website

Win $5000 to Study Abroad – Gilman Scholarship Information and Workshop

submitted by stoddard@augsburg.edu

Are you thinking about study abroad in Spring or Summer 2018? Are you a US Citizen and a Pell Grant eligible student?

If you answered yes to all three, YOU ARE ELIGIBLE for the Gillman Scholarship for Study Abroad! Gilman Scholarship recipients can win up to $5000 or $8000 for a semester abroad program. Generous scholarships are also available for Summer programs.

Learn more about the scholarship and how to submit a strong application at one of the upcoming Gilman Workshops:

MONDAY September 18, 3:00-3:30 pm in Oyate Commons, Christensen Center lower level

TUESDAY September 19, 11:30-12:00 in Oyate Commons, Christensen Center lower level

Gilman Scholarship Applications are DUE ON OCTOBER 3. Get started today and we’ll see you at the workshop. Stop by our office in Oyate Commons if you have any questions before then.

Learn more about the Gilman Scholarship here

Study in the UK on Winter Break – Apply by Sept. 30

submitted by stoddard@augsburg.edu

Take your winter break to a new level – study abroad!

The winter break program, From Harry Potter to #Brexit: Youth Culture and Social Change in the UK, will examine the connections among popular culture, politics, and youth activism in 20th and 21st century Britain. Travel to the UK from December 28 to January 7!

The course, WST 220, is 4-credits and can fulfill a Humanities credit, or a requirement for WST majors/minors or for Youth Studies minors. This program also fulfills the Augsburg Experience requirement.

APPLICATIONS are DUE SEPTEMBER 30. Visit the Study Abroad/Away office in the Christensen Center to learn more, or speak with an adviser. You can also visit our website for full program information, pricing, and to start an application.

Get full program details and application information here!

Good News: The Writing Lab Opens Today – Monday, Sept. 11

submitted by swanson@augsburg.edu

Monday, Sept. 11 is the first day of the semester in the Augsburg Writing Lab. Tutors await all students, grad and undergrad, and their written work – essays, applications, personal statements, creative writing. The Lab is located on the street level of Lindell Library and is just left of the circulation desk. Here are the hours:

Mondays – 11:10 – 1:40 and 6:30 – 9:30 pm
Tuesdays – 12:30 – 3; 3:30 – 6 and 7:30 – 10 pm
Wednesdays –11:10 – 1:40; 3:30 – 6 and 6:30 – 9 pm
Thursdays – 12:30 – 3; 3:30 – 6 and 7:30 – 10 pm
Fridays – 4 – 6:30 pm
Sundays – 5 – 8 pm

Any questions? Contact Kathryn Swanson, English.

Spend your Break Abroad

submitted by stoddard@augsburg.edu

The Center for Global Education and Experience is accepting applications for all of the Winter Break, Spring Break, and Summer 2018 short-term study abroad programs! Check out these great options, good for any student:

WINTER BREAK 2018 – Apply by September 30!
-Harry Potter to #Brexit: Youth Culture and Social Change in the UK

SPRING BREAK 2018
-Model UN in New York (travels slightly after spring break)
-Indigenous Social Activism in Chiapas, Mexico

SUMMER 2018
-Thailand & Laos: Diversity and Inequality in Global Professional Practice
-Denmark & Iceland: The Dark Side of the Happy City
-Interfaith Engagement in Palestine & Israel
-Economics & Cultural Change in Greece
-Art Performing Social Change in Puerto Rico
-Music Therapy in China
-Language and Culture in Mexico

Check here for program details and application information

Wednesday – Study Abroad and Study Away Fair

submitted by stoddard@augsburg.edu

Come to the Study Abroad & Study Away Fair on Wednesday to learn about all the opportunities to study off-campus in the USA and Around the World. Programs go over winter and spring breaks, summer, and fall and spring semesters!

Grab some popcorn, talk to advisers, program representatives, and fellow Auggies who have recently returned. Enter our prize drawing for a chance to win a gift card to Amazon, Target, Bite Squad, and more!

Learn more about the Study Abroad/Away Fair

Songs For Sanctuary Concert Featuring Members of Cien Anos

submitted by greena@augsburg.edu

Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church (2315 Chicago Avenue South, Minneapolis) invites everyone to “Who Is Our Neighbor? Songs for Sanctuary,” a fundraiser to respond with beauty and support to the needs of immigrants in our midst.

The event will be held Saturday, September 16, at 7 pm and will feature Bret Hesla, composer and folk singer, Kent Goodroad, jazz pianist, and members of Cien Anos, the Honduran band in town for the Nobel Peace Prize Forum.

Money raised will provide support to local sanctuary and immigration reform efforts, including the work of ISAIAH, the English Learning Center of Our Saviour’s Outreach Center, and material support to congregations providing sanctuary in Minnesota.

Come enjoy good music and support the work of providing sanctuary to people who are in fear of deportation in the current political climate.

“The real work of sanctuary—creating safety and shelter and welcome—falls to ordinary people.”

Freewill admission, give what you can, no one is turned away (cash, credit/debit, and checks accepted).

This is a children friendly event with childcare available.

Learn more about the performers at http://www.brethesla.com, http://kentgoodroad.weebly.com, and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wis-04Tk2W4

More on facebook or the OSLC website:
https://www.facebook.com/events/860155624139752
http://oursavioursmpls.org/news/428/64/Songs-for-Sanctuary-Sat-Sept-16-7pm.html

What is that Structure in Murphy Square?

submitted by lgeorge@augsburg.edu

In the spirit of fostering dialogue and engagement during the Nobel Peace Prize Forum, local and national artists have collaborated to create an outdoor exhibition of installations across the Augsburg University campus.

One of these installations is the Hex House.

“With the prevalence of refugee displacement across the globe, Architects For Society has embarked on designing housing solutions that help alleviate and overcome many of the problems associated with current temporary refugee shelters. The Hex House is not only low cost and can be shipped in pieces to be easily assembled by the end user, equally as important, it is also long term and dignified!” -The Journal of the American Institute of Architects
http://www.architectmagazine.com/project-gallery/the-hex-house-a-rapid-deployment-dignified-disaster-shelter

You will be able to go inside the Hex House during the Forum as well as interact and experience the other art installations on campus!

Augsburg students, faculty, and staff can attend the Forum for free! You must register in advance at University Tickets: https://augsburg.universitytickets.com/w/default.aspx

http://www.architectmagazine.com/project-gallery/the-hex-house-a-rapid-deployment-dignified-disaster-shelter

Register for the Career and Internship Fair

submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu

Plan to attend the 2017 Fall Career & Internship Fair!
Meet with 35 employers looking to hire Augsburg students for internships and entry-level positions! Register for free through Handshake. (https://augsburg.joinhandshake.com/

Attend one of the prep sessions offered by Strommen Center staff or by representatives from US Bank. Times and locations are listed in Handshake under Events.

Fall 2017 Fall Career & Internship

Fall 2017 Career & Internship Fair

Augsburg Associates Fall Luncheon

submitted by waggoner@augsburg.edu

The Augsburg Associates invite you to their Fall Luncheon at the Town & Country Club in St. Paul. The program “Do Not Let My Words Fall to the Ground: Reflections of a Hymn Writer” will be presented by Susan Palo Cherwien, freelance writer and musician. An update from the University will be brought by Heather Riddle, VP Institutional Advancement. RSVP by September 11 online at augsburg.edu/alumni/events. The Town & Country Club is located at 300 Mississippi River Blvd. N. and the cost of the event is $30. See you there!

Global Root Festival – Free and Close to Campus

submitted by truem@augsburg.edu

The Cedar kicks off its 29th Season with three days of free, all-ages global music! The ninth annual Global Roots Festival will take place on September 18-20th, featuring six musical acts from around the world on The Cedar’s main stage, alongside outdoor performances and activities that spotlight local artists, organizations, and businesses. Activities and performances begin on The Cedar’s Plaza at 6:00pm each night. Global artists take the stage in the main hall at 7:30pm. To RSVP or review the full lineup, please visit The Cedar’s website at http://www.thecedar.org/global-roots.

Hope to see you at the Global Roots Festival!

Guest Lecturers and Events for the Nobel Peace Prize Forum Convocation

submitted by mangana@augsburg.edu

With regular classes not meeting on Friday, Sept. 15th, the Augsburg community will have the opportunity to hear from the following speakers, including the Tunisian National Dialogue Quartet, Olav Njolstad, Ann Bancroft, Barbara Bush, Elijah Anderson, and many more.

9:00-10:45 Opening Plenary on The Power of Dialogue: a Conversation with Tunisian National Dialogue Quartet and Olav Njolstad, Director of the Norwegian Nobel Institute. Moderated by PBS’s Fred de Sam Lazaro.

11:15-12:30 Breakout sessions:

Inter-Religious Inspirations for Peacemaking

The Role of Artists in the Promotion of Peace and Social Justice

Strengthening Democracy and Human Rights after the Arab Spring: Part I

Seeking Peace in the Wilderness

Healthcare and Peacebuilding in Africa Workshop for Practitioners and Delegates

Race and Space: Keynote by Elijah Anderson

Dialogue across the Red-Blue Divide: Reporting out on the One America Bus Tour and High-Level Dialogue

1:45 – 3:00 Breakout sessions:

Responding to Domestic and Regional Challenges after the Arab Spring

Practical Organizing and Mobilizing Tools for Peace Building

Hearts and Minds: The Interrogations Project

Thor Heyerdahl Lecture: Access Water – Inspirations and Visions

Nonviolence Responses to Extremist Violence

Healthcare and Peacebuilding in Africa: Charting a Path Forward

3:30 – 5:00 Closing Plenary on Peace by Design: What Will it Take to Bring Peace to Our Cities? with Elijah Anderson, Toni Carter, Tom Fisher, Kim Norton (moderated by Steve Kelley) with music by Cienanos.

Evening Activities:
Tree Planting Ceremony with Chief Arvol Looking Horse and Pastor Hagander, along with Native Spiritual Leaders, Sonja Hagander, other faith leaders and Interfaith Fellows

Theater Performance Silence is Health

Cienaños, Project TwentyThirty, local artists tbd
Co-sponsored Concert Event. All Ages event.

Cocktails at the Castle
Local musicians and student art exhibit. (21+ event. Separate ticket required from ASI)

Register Now for the 2017 Nobel Peace Prize Forum

submitted by mangana@augsburg.edu

The 2017 Nobel Peace Prize Forum is coming up on the 15th and 16th of September! Augsburg students, faculty, and staff can attend the Forum for free! You must register in advance at University Tickets: https://augsburg.universitytickets.com/w/default.aspx

Register now to join us in discussion of the theme, “Dialogue in Divided Societies.” This year the Forum will be honoring the 2017 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, the Tunisian National Dialogue Quartet, and their work creating peace during a tumultuous time in Tunisia’s history. Many world leaders, activists, civil rights leaders, and others, including Gabby Giffords, Barbara Bush, Ann Bancroft will be gathering to promote peacemaking and create a dialogue. Come be a part of these incredible conversations! Find out more on our website: http://nobelpeaceprizeforum.org/

Pre-Health Advising Sessions for New Augsburg Students

submitted by kipper@augsburg.edu

This session for new first-year and transfer students interested in pre-health will provide information on how to explore health careers and how to plan for the courses and experiences required by professional/graduate schools such as medical, dental, PA, PT, public health, vet med, etc.

Advising sessions will be offered in Lindell 202 on Wednesday, September 20 at 6 pm or Friday, September 22 at 2:30 pm. You can register for one of these sessions at https://goo.gl/forms/t4LiXCOughUtu8eo2

Medical School Information Session

submitted by kipper@augsburg.edu

URGO will host Dr. TJ Bramwell, an orthopedic surgeon at Marshfield Clinic, and five alumni–David Bergstrand, David Fowler, Michelle Grafelman, Mahad Minhas, and Anna Weitz–currently attending the University of Minnesota Medical School. Learn more about Dr. Bramwell’s experiences as an osteopathic medical student at Des Moines University, residency, and orthopedic surgery. Our alumni will also share their insights about picking schools, the MCAT, experiences, the application process, interviews, and general advice.

Wednesday, September 13
6-7:30 pm
Science 108

For more information or to RSVP, contact Catherina Kipper at kipper@augsburg.edu.

Faculty Reception in Lindell Library

submitted by holleric@augsburg.edu

All faculty members are warmly invited to a wine and cheese reception in the lower level of Lindell Library immediately following the Faculty Meeting on Wednesday, September 13 from approximately 4:40 to 6:30 PM. In addition to wine, cheese and hors d’oeuvres generously provided by Provost Karen Kaivola, faculty members will be treated to:

  • A behind-the-scenes tour of our newly expanded Digitization Lab – come see how the Library preserves Auggie history for current and future generations
  • An introduction to Idun http://idun.augsburg.edu/ (ee-doon), Augsburg’s own repository for faculty and student scholarship
  • A visit to the Special Collections room, featuring City of Augsburg room materials, Scandinavian music collection, items from the University Art Collection and the Rare Books collection

Librarians will be on hand to answer your questions about all the ways the Library facilitates student learning and supports faculty scholarship. Please join us as we kick off Year 1 of Augsburg University!

For additional information, contact Mary Hollerich, Library Director, at holleric@augsburg.edu or x1603.

Lindell Library website

Apply for Mayo Innovation Scholars Program

submitted by kipper@augsburg.edu

Applications for Augsburg’s Mayo Innovations Scholar Program are now available on the URGO website! This program is highly competitive and is primarily designed for juniors and seniors.

What is MISP?
In the process of conducting research, Mayo Clinic scientists have developed new products that may be marketable. These products are submitted to the Mayo Clinic Office of Intellectual Property (OIP) for a thorough investigation of marketability. The OIP has a significant backlog of products to be investigated. One of the backlogged products or inventions is assigned to each MISP team for investigative research and formal presentation at Mayo Clinic.

Augsburg’s team will consist of an MBA student, 3 undergraduate science students, 1 undergraduate business/economics student, and a Licensing Manager from the Mayo Clinic OIP. The team will work together to understand the science and applications of the projects or innovations and analyze the market potential. Each undergraduate student on the team will receive $1,000. Teams will begin work during October and the final presentations will be in March.

To Apply:
Applications can be found on the URGO website. Completed applications must be submitted to urgo@augsburg.edu by Thursday, September 21st. If you have any questions about the program, please contact us at urgo@augsburg.edu, 612-330-1441, or stop in at Science 152.

Join the Orchestra

submitted by rodrigra@augsburg.edu

The Augsburg Orchestra welcomes all students, staff, faculty, and community members with previous experience playing string instruments. We had a wonderful first meeting last night. Thank you to all of the musicians who came out to our Meet & Greet. We are particularly interested in having more violinists and violists join us for a great year of music-making. The orchestra rehearses on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 – 6:40 p.m. in the choral room M-3. We’d love to see you there!

Monday, Sept. 11 – VP for Enrollment Management Campus VIsit

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

Our second Vice President for Enrollment Management candidate is scheduled to be on campus Monday, Sept. 11. The open forum, again, is from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. in Oren 100; a remote access link will be posted in A-mail Monday morning.

The candidate’s resume and cover letter are not yet available to be published. Please check the link to the Google doc below this afternoon for access to those documents (you must be logged in to access)

The feedback form for the Sept. 11 open forum session will be available in A-mail Monday, Sept. 11 and will close at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 12.

Vice President for Enrollment Management Candidate B

Today: VP for Enrollment Management Campus VIsit

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

Our first Vice President for Enrollment Management candidate is on campus today. The open forum is from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. in Oren 100. Following is the remote access information:

Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/287826924?pwd=ky8wehRdqob4jl3yP5y65g
Password: VPEMSept08 (This password may or may not be required.)

Or iPhone one-tap :
US: +16465588656,,287826924# or +16699006833,,287826924#
Or Telephone：
Dial (for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location)：
US: +1 646 558 8656 or +1 669 900 6833
Meeting ID: 287 826 924
International numbers available: https://augsburg.zoom.us/zoomconference?m=aTZqNUloAR9D0EeudMApFojzZNmjTfbO

Following are links to the candidate’s resume and cover letter (you must be logged in to access):

Cover letter: https://drive.google.com/a/augsburg.edu/file/d/0B6vEq3Jv5PdIblUzZ29iblVnWkMyZHAzNmQyLTYwd214SEVj/view?usp=sharing

Resume:
https://drive.google.com/a/augsburg.edu/file/d/0B6vEq3Jv5PdITlg1NnhXa09LTk9WZFhPMjBqbXZiNHZJbkpB/view?usp=sharing

After the open forum, please use the link below to provide feedback on the Sept. 8 Open Forum with VP for Enrollment Management Candidate A
http://augsburg.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1YsVsHoTuI8QKTH

The feedback form for the Sept. 8 open forum session will close at 5 p.m. Monday, Sept. 11.

Commons Cafe Extended Hours

submitted by ahrensj@augsburg.edu

Because you asked for it, the Commons will be open earlier for breakfast, hot lunch served longer, and dinner served later.
The Commons is open from 7:00 a.m.-8 p.m.
Breakfast: 7:00 – 9:45 a.m.
Continental Breakfast: 9:45 – 11 a.m.
Lunch: 11 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Light Lunch: 2:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Dinner: 4:30 – 8 p.m.
Note that the 8 p.m. closing time is a one-month pilot program for the month of September. If dining from 7 – 8 p.m. proves to be a popular option, we will be able to stay open until 8 p.m. on a permanent basis.

Save the Date for Homecoming’s Taste of Augsburg Event

submitted by codek@augsburg.edu

Calling all student organizations and departments! Save the Date for Homecoming’s Taste of Augsburg event on Saturday, October 14 from 11-1:30 pm.
Taste of Augsburg is our own version of the State Fair where booths sell food and play games in effort to raise some money while having fun and taking part in Homecoming traditions! To apply for a booth, complete the form below by booth registration deadline of September 29, 2017.
Back by popular demand–seed money for Student Organizations. Contact Alumni Relations to learn more or apply . Note, this application is in addition to the booth registration form.
Questions? Contact Katie Code at codek@augsburg.edu.

https://docs.google.com/a/augsburg.edu/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6CfeYw_zCICNpBJO_IE5ydQEhELuvRlyAtLLHg78IxYApNw/viewform

Register Now for the 2017 Nobel Peace Prize Forum

submitted by mangana@augsburg.edu

The 2017 Nobel Peace Prize Forum is coming up on the 15th and 16th of September! Augsburg students, faculty, and staff can attend the Forum for free! You must register in advance at University Tickets: https://augsburg.universitytickets.com/w/default.aspx

Register now to join us in discussion of the theme, “Dialogue in Divided Societies.” This year the Forum will be honoring the 2017 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, the Tunisian National Dialogue Quartet, and their work creating peace during a tumultuous time in Tunisia’s history. Many world leaders, activists, civil rights leaders, and others, including Gabby Giffords, Barbara Bush, Ann Bancroft will be gathering to promote peacemaking and create a dialogue. Come be a part of these incredible conversations! Find out more on our website: http://nobelpeaceprizeforum.org/

Augsburg Associates Fall Luncheon

submitted by waggoner@augsburg.edu

The Augsburg Associates invite you to their Fall Luncheon at the Town & Country Club in St. Paul. The program “Do Not Let My Words Fall to the Ground: Reflections of a Hymn Writer” will be presented by Susan Palo Cherwien, freelance writer and musician. An update from the University will be brought by Heather Riddle, VP Institutional Advancement. RSVP by September 11 online at augsburg.edu/alumni/events. The Town & Country Club is located at 300 Mississippi River Blvd. N. and the cost of the event is $30. See you there!

Free Nursing/Nurse Practitioner Books

submitted by fulford@augsburg.edu

Free nursing books (wasn’t able to be sell back). Books are:

“Family Nurse Practitioner Certification Intensive Review” by Leik (2nd Edition)
“A Primer in Theory Construction” by Reynolds
“Family Health: A framework for nursing” by Denham
“Middle Range Theory for Nursing” by Smith & Liehr (2nd Edition)
“Perspective on Nursing Theory” by Reed & Shearer

Please email for details on books or to pick up, if interested!

Guest Lecturers and Events for the Nobel Peace Prize Forum Convocation

submitted by mangana@augsburg.edu

With regular classes not meeting on Friday, Sept. 15th, the Augsburg community will have the opportunity to hear from the following speakers, including the Tunisian National Dialogue Quartet, Olav Njolstad, Ann Bancroft, Barbara Bush, Elijah Anderson, and many more.

9:00-10:45 Opening Plenary on The Power of Dialogue: a Conversation with Tunisian National Dialogue Quartet and Olav Njolstad, Director of the Norwegian Nobel Institute. Moderated by PBS’s Fred de Sam Lazaro.

11:15-12:30 Breakout sessions:
Inter-Religious Inspirations for Peacemaking

The Role of Artists in the Promotion of Peace and Social Justice

Strengthening Democracy and Human Rights after the Arab Spring: Part I

Seeking Peace in the Wilderness

Healthcare and Peacebuilding in Africa Workshop for Practitioners and Delegates

Race and Space: Keynote by Elijah Anderson

Dialogue across the Red-Blue Divide: Reporting out on the One America Bus Tour and High-Level Dialogue

1:45 – 3:00 Breakout sessions:

Responding to Domestic and Regional Challenges after the Arab Spring

Practical Organizing and Mobilizing Tools for Peace Building

Hearts and Minds: The Interrogations Project

Thor Heyerdahl Lecture: Access Water – Inspirations and Visions

Nonviolence Responses to Extremist Violence

Healthcare and Peacebuilding in Africa: Charting a Path Forward

3:30 – 5:00 Closing Plenary on Peace by Design: What Will it Take to Bring Peace to Our Cities? with Elijah Anderson, Toni Carter, Tom Fisher, Kim Norton (moderated by Steve Kelley) with music by Cienanos.

Evening Activities:
Tree Planting Ceremony with Chief Arvol Looking Horse and Pastor Hagander, along with Native Spiritual Leaders, Sonja Hagander, other faith leaders and Interfaith Fellows

Theater Performance Silence is Health

Cienaños, Project TwentyThirty, local artists tbd
Co-sponsored Concert Event. All Ages event.

Cocktails at the Castle
Local musicians and student art exhibit. (21+ event. Separate ticket required from ASI)

Last Chance for Song Class

submitted by thompso2@augsburg.edu

All students with an interest in SONGS are welcome to register for Voice Repertoire (MUS 435). The course meets T/Th 9:40-10:40 in Music 23. Emphasis on Art Song settings of poetry (includes German, French, Italian, Scandinavian languages, etc.) Features material from the Great American Song Book, and evolution of Folk Songs. Contact Sonja Thompson at thompso2@augsburg.edu.

What is that Structure in Murphy Square?

submitted by lgeorge@augsburg.edu

In the spirit of fostering dialogue and engagement during the Nobel Peace Prize Forum, local and national artists have collaborated to create an outdoor exhibition of installations across the Augsburg University campus.

One of these installations is the Hex House.

“With the prevalence of refugee displacement across the globe, Architects For Society has embarked on designing housing solutions that help alleviate and overcome many of the problems associated with current temporary refugee shelters. The Hex House is not only low cost and can be shipped in pieces to be easily assembled by the end user, equally as important, it is also long term and dignified!” -The Journal of the American Institute of Architects
http://www.architectmagazine.com/project-gallery/the-hex-house-a-rapid-deployment-dignified-disaster-shelter

You will be able to go inside the Hex House during the Forum as well as interact and experience the other art installations on campus!

Augsburg students, faculty, and staff can attend the Forum for free! You must register in advance at University Tickets: https://augsburg.universitytickets.com/w/default.aspx

http://www.architectmagazine.com/project-gallery/the-hex-house-a-rapid-deployment-dignified-disaster-shelter

Apply for Mayo Innovation Scholars Program

submitted by kipper@augsburg.edu

Applications for Augsburg’s Mayo Innovations Scholar Program are now available on the URGO website! This program is highly competitive and is primarily designed for juniors and seniors.

What is MISP?
In the process of conducting research, Mayo Clinic scientists have developed new products that may be marketable. These products are submitted to the Mayo Clinic Office of Intellectual Property (OIP) for a thorough investigation of marketability. The OIP has a significant backlog of products to be investigated. One of the backlogged products or inventions is assigned to each MISP team for investigative research and formal presentation at Mayo Clinic.

Augsburg’s team will consist of an MBA student, 3 undergraduate science students, 1 undergraduate business/economics student, and a Licensing Manager from the Mayo Clinic OIP. The team will work together to understand the science and applications of the projects or innovations and analyze the market potential. Each undergraduate student on the team will receive $1,000. Teams will begin work during October and the final presentations will be in March.

To Apply:
Applications can be found on the URGO website. Completed applications must be submitted to urgo@augsburg.edu by Thursday, September 21st. If you have any questions about the program, please contact us at urgo@augsburg.edu, 612-330-1441, or stop in at Science 152.

MBC Fall Blood Driving Coming

submitted by detloff@augsburg.edu

Memorial Blood Center will be on campus for our annual fall blood drive on Monday, October 2, from 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. in the East Commons in Christensen Center. Please help save lives and consider donating blood. With all of the current needs around the country your donation is much needed. You can signup online at mbc.org/searchdrives and enter sponsor code 0027 or call the CWC office at 612-330-1707 and we can find a time.

Cello for Sale

submitted by johnso90@augsburg.edu

My name is April Johnson and I am a senior here at Augsburg! I am selling an Amati’s Fine Arts Instrument, full size, artisan model cello. It is held in a red, light weight, molded case that can be locked. The case has wheels, backpack straps, and can be zipped closed. The cello also comes with two bows, lightly used rosin, and a rubber rock stop.

The cello has four years of use and is in excellent condition.
Please contact with any questions! 701-552-1045

Metro Transit Deal for New and New Transfer Day Program Students

submitted by garvey@augsburg.edu

Metro Transit is offering a really cool discount on the College Pass for all new Augsburg day program first-years and transfers.
1. Each new Augsburg 2017 first year and transfer student will receive a $5 Stored Value Cards.
2. Metro Transit will sell College Pass Semester Cards for all new first year and transfer students at $90 for fall semester that expires December 31, 2017
3. New students also have the option to purchase a FULL YEAR card at $150 that would cover fall and spring semesters and expires June 1, 2018The site and pass sale sites are live right now – first-year day and new day transfers can purchase a fall pass for $90 or a full-year pass for $150.

The site is: https://www.metrotransit.org/new-college-pass

Any other Augsburg student may purchase an Augsburg-subsidized College Pass from the Bookstore. Regularly $175, the College Semester Pass sells for $125.

Auggie Pride Awards – Taking Nominations

submitted by fulford@augsburg.edu

Staff Senate is seeking nominations for the Auggie Pride Award! The Auggie Pride Award is given to staff members who have gone above and beyond to serve Augsburg and fulfill its mission and values. Reasons to acknowledge a staff member can include a variety of things, such as the completion of a project, the implementation of an innovative idea, or simply giving directions to a lost campus guest.

If you have a colleague who you feel is deserving of this award, please nominate them by filling out the nomination form at http://www.augsburg.edu/staffsenate/auggie_pride/.

The Auggie Pride Awards are awarded monthly, throughout the academic year. More information found at http://www.augsburg.edu/staffsenate

Last Name Change Update: A New Day

submitted by muellerj@augsburg.edu

On Tuesday, September 5, 2017—now recognized by the state of Minnesota as “Augsburg University Day”—hundreds gathered to celebrate the Augsburg University name change. For months now, students, faculty and staff, and alumni have been carrying out tasks big and small to prepare for the official change and the reveal. And thanks to the hard work of our events team, led by Jodi Collen, our day of celebration did not disappoint.

Read more and view Pribbenow’s convocation and celebration messages in our final University name change update.

Augsburg University: A New Day

Vinyasa Yoga and Vinyasa Express

submitted by monsone@augsburg.edu

Vinyasa Yoga Drop-in: Tu & Th 630PM
Vinyasa Express: Wed @ Chapel (1040AM-
STARTING THIS WEEK 9/7 thru 12/14
Exercise and meditation practices are proven to be beneficial to students and athletes by promoting healthy sleep patterns, more restful sleep and greater memory retention.
All levels welcome – Open to current students, alumni, faculty & friends!
Vinyasa yoga and guided breathing meditations every Tuesday & Thursday 630PM and WEDNESDAY express starting during chapel this semester in Si Melby 130 – mats & blocks provided.
Questions? Email monsone@augsburg.edu

Sept. 8 – VP for Enrollment Management Campus Visit

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

Our first Vice President for Enrollment Management candidate will be on campus tomorrow, Friday, Sept. 8. The open forum is from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. in Oren 100. The remote access link will be posted in A-mail tomorrow morning.

The candidate’s resume and cover letter are available via these links (you must be logged in to access):

Cover letter: https://drive.google.com/a/augsburg.edu/file/d/0B6vEq3Jv5PdIblUzZ29iblVnWkMyZHAzNmQyLTYwd214SEVj/view?usp=sharing

Resume:
https://drive.google.com/a/augsburg.edu/file/d/0B6vEq3Jv5PdITlg1NnhXa09LTk9WZFhPMjBqbXZiNHZJbkpB/view?usp=sharing

After the open forum, please use the link below to provide feedback on the Sept. 8 Open Forum with VP for Enrollment Management Candidate A
http://augsburg.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1YsVsHoTuI8QKTH

The feedback form for the Sept. 8 open forum session will be available as of Friday, Sept. 8 and will close at 5 p.m. Monday, Sept. 11.

Donate Your Spanish Book

submitted by riveross@augsburg.edu

Do you still have your copy of the Spanish 111-112 textbook ¡Arriba! that you’d be willing to give to a Auggie? We are collecting used copies of the textbook, and gently used or clean copies of the student activities manual workbook to share with Augsburg students in need of a copy of the textbook. To arrange to drop off used ¡Arriba! 6th edition books, please contact Prof. Sarah Degner Riveros at RiverosS@augsburg.edu. ¡Gracias!

Cello For Sale

submitted by johnso90@augsburg.edu

My name is April Johnson and I am a senior here at Augsburg! I am selling an Amati’s Fine Arts Instrument, full size, artisan model cello. It is held in a red, light weight, molded case that can be locked. The case has wheels, backpack straps, and can be zipped closed. The cello also comes with two bows, lightly used rosin, and a rubber rock stop.

The cello has four years of use and is in excellent condition.
Please contact with any questions! 701-552-1045

Dorée Elected Chair of MAA Congress

submitted by zobitz@augsburg.edu

At the summer national meetings of the Mathematical Association of America (MAA) Dr. Suzanne Dorée was elected to Chair the MAA Congress for a 2-year term beginning February 2018. This fall she serves as Interim Vice Chair. In these roles, Dorée will run the Congress, help identify and develop future leaders for the organization, sit on the MAA Board of Directors, and serve on the MAA National Speakers Bureau. Congratulations Dr. Dorée!

Guest Lecturers and Events for the Nobel Peace Prize Forum Convocation

submitted by mangana@augsburg.edu

With regular classes not meeting on Friday, Sept. 15th, the Augsburg community will have the opportunity to hear from the following speakers, including the Tunisian National Dialogue Quartet, Olav Njolstad, Ann Bancroft, Barbara Bush, Elijah Anderson, and many more.

9:00-10:45 Opening Plenary on The Power of Dialogue: a Conversation with Tunisian National Dialogue Quartet and Olav Njolstad, Director of the Norwegian Nobel Institute. Moderated by PBS’s Fred de Sam Lazaro.

11:15-12:30 Breakout sessions:
Inter-Religious Inspirations for Peacemaking

The Role of Artists in the Promotion of Peace and Social Justice

Strengthening Democracy and Human Rights after the Arab Spring: Part I
Seeking Peace in the Wilderness

Healthcare and Peacebuilding in Africa Workshop for Practitioners and Delegates

Race and Space: Keynote by Elijah Anderson’

Dialogue across the Red-Blue Divide: Reporting out on the One America Bus Tour and High-Level Dialogue

1:45 – 3:00 Breakout sessions:

Responding to Domestic and Regional Challenges after the Arab Spring

Practical Organizing and Mobilizing Tools for Peace Building

Hearts and Minds: The Interrogations Project wit

Thor Heyerdahl Lecture: Access Water – Inspirations and Visions

Nonviolence Responses to Extremist Violence

Healthcare and Peacebuilding in Africa: Charting a Path Forward

3:30 – 5:00 Closing Plenary on Peace by Design: What Will it Take to Bring Peace to Our Cities?

Evening Activities:

Tree Planting Ceremony with Chief Arvol Looking Horse and Pastor Hagander, along with Native Spiritual Leaders, Sonja Hagander, other faith leaders and Interfaith Fellows

Theater Performance Silence is Health

Cienaños, Project TwentyThirty, local artists tbd

Co-sponsored Concert Event. All Ages event.

Cocktails at the Castle

Local musicians and student art exhibit. (21+ event. Separate ticket required from ASI)

Theater Welcome Meeting

submitted by logeaisn@augsburg.edu

The theater department’s annual Welcome Meeting will take place on Thursday, September 7th at 3:40pm in the Tjornhom-Nelson Theater (Foss Center).

This meeting is open to all students (majors and non-majors alike) interested in learning more about what the department has to offer; returning theater students are encouraged to attend! At the meeting, students will have the opportunity to meet faculty from the theater department, network with other Augsburg students interested in theater, and get a taste for the upcoming 2017-18 theater season. Refreshments will be provided!

Any questions surrounding this meeting should be directed to the department’s Administrative Assistant, Del Logeais, at theatre@augsburg.edu.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1416652765080003/?acontext=%7B%22ref%22%3A%22108%22%2C%22action_history%22%3A%22null%22%7D

Environmental Stewardship Annual Report

submitted by ericksoc@augsburg.edu

Read about the BIG accomplishments of the shared environmental efforts of the Environmental Stewardship Committee in collaboration with the Environmental Action Committee of Day Student Government and Environmental Studies. Thanks to everyone who made this Annual Report possible – especially Environmental Stewardship Fellow and MAE student, Andrea Porter!

http://web.augsburg.edu/esc/2017_ESC_Annual_Report.pdf

URGO Research and Travel Grants Available

submitted by obrienk@augsburg.edu

The Office of Undergraduate Research and Graduate Opportunity (URGO) offers $1,000 Academic-Year Research Grants to fund 100 hours of student research. Students who are interested in conducting research during the year are encouraged to seek out ongoing faculty research projects that they may join.

URGO also offers Conference Travel Grants of up to $850 for students who have been accepted to present their research at a professional conference.

Both applications can be found on the URGO website. The funds may be used at any time during the academic year, however the grants are given out on a rolling basis, so we recommend interested students apply in the fall.

If you have any questions about these grants, please contact Kirsten O’Brien (obrienk@augsburg.edu or x1446), Research and Graduate Opportunities Specialist.

Free Nursing/Nurse Practitioner Books

submitted by fulford@augsburg.edu

Free nursing books (wasn’t able to be sell back). Books are:

“Family Nurse Practitioner Certification Intensive Review” by Leik (2nd Edition)
“A Primer in Theory Construction” by Reynolds
“Family Health: A framework for nursing” by Denham
“Middle Range Theory for Nursing” by Smith & Liehr (2nd Edition)
“Perspective on Nursing Theory” by Reed & Shearer

Please email for details on books or to pick up, if interested!

Metro Transit Deal for New and New Transfer Day Program Students

submitted by garvey@augsburg.edu

Metro Transit is offering a splendid discount on the College Pass for all new Augsburg day program first-years and transfers.
1. Each new Augsburg 2017 first year and transfer student will receive a $5 Stored Value Cards.
2. Metro Transit will sell College Pass Semester Cards for all new first year and transfer students at $90 for fall semester that expires December 31, 2017
3. New students also have the option to purchase a FULL YEAR card at $150 that would cover fall and spring semesters and expires June 1, 2018The site and pass sale sites are live right now – first-year day and new day transfers can purchase a fall pass for $90 or a full-year pass for $150.

The site is: metrotransit.org/new-college-pass.

Any other Augsburg student may purchase an Augsburg-subsidized College Pass from the Bookstore. Regularly $175, the College Semester Pass sells for $125.

Support for Hurricane Harvey Victims

submitted by garvey@augsburg.edu

Lutheran Disaster Response welcomes contributions to assist those affected by hurricane Harvey. Go to the ELCA website, http://www.elca.org and you will find the link for the Lutheran disaster Response.

Gifts to Lutheran Disaster Response designated for “Hurricane Response – United States” at this time will be used in full (100 percent) in responding to Hurricane Harvey until the response is complete.

Augsburg Associates Fall Luncheon

submitted by waggoner@augsburg.edu

The Augsburg Associates invite you to their Fall Luncheon at the Town & Country Club in St. Paul. The program “Do Not Let My Words Fall to the Ground: Reflections of a Hymn Writer” will be presented by Susan Palo Cherwien, freelance writer and musician. An update from the University will be brought by Heather Riddle, VP Institutional Advancement. RSVP by September 11 online at augsburg.edu/alumni/events. The Town & Country Club is located at 300 Mississippi River Blvd. N. and the cost of the event is $30. See you there!

Register Now for the 2017 Nobel Peace Prize Forum

submitted by mangana@augsburg.edu

The 2017 Nobel Peace Prize Forum is coming up on the 15th and 16th of September! Augsburg students, faculty, and staff can attend the Forum for free! You must register in advance at University Tickets: https://augsburg.universitytickets.com/w/default.aspx

Register now to join us in discussion of the theme, “Dialogue in Divided Societies.” This year the Forum will be honoring the 2017 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, the Tunisian National Dialogue Quartet, and their work creating peace during a tumultuous time in Tunisia’s history. Many world leaders, activists, civil rights leaders, and others, including Gabby Giffords, Barbara Bush, Ann Bancroft will be gathering to promote peacemaking and create a dialogue. Come be a part of these incredible conversations! Find out more on our website: http://nobelpeaceprizeforum.org/

Orchestra Meet and Greet Today

submitted by rodrigra@augsburg.edu

Our first session for orchestra is today, Thursday, Sept. 7, at 5 p.m. No instruments – just a chance to meet, gather information, and prepare for the semester. Plan on being there and invite your friends to join! We welcome all string players looking for a musical home on-campus to come and play with the Augsburg Orchestra. No audition required. Students, faculty, staff, and friends of the Augsburg community are welcome to join. Regular rehearsals are on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 – 6:40 p.m. in the choral room M-3 in the Music Building. See you there!

Study Abroad and Study Away Fair – September 13

submitted by stoddard@augsburg.edu

Come to the Study Abroad & Study Away Fair to learn about all the opportunities to study off-campus in the USA and Around the World. Programs go over winter and spring breaks, summer, and fall and spring semesters!

Grab some popcorn, talk to advisers, program representatives, and fellow Auggies who have recently returned. Enter our prize drawing for a chance to win a gift card to Amazon, Target, Bite Squad, and more!

Learn more about the Study Abroad/Away Fair

Short Term Study Abroad/Away – Winter, Spring, and Summer

submitted by stoddard@augsburg.edu

The Center for Global Education and Experience is accepting applications for all of the Winter Break, Spring Break, and Summer 2018 short-term study abroad programs! Check out these great options, good for any student:

WINTER BREAK 2018 – Apply by September 30!
-Harry Potter to #Brexit: Youth Culture and Social Change in the UK

SPRING BREAK 2018
-Model UN in New York (travels slightly after spring break)
-Indigenous Social Activism in Chiapas, Mexico

SUMMER 2018
-Thailand & Laos: Diversity and Inequality in Global Professional Practice
-Denmark & Iceland: The Dark Side of the Happy City
-Interfaith Engagement in Palestine & Israel
-Economics & Cultural Change in Greece
-Art Performing Social Change in Puerto Rico
-Music Therapy in China
-Language and Culture in Mexico

Check here for program details and application information

Win $5000 to Study Abroad – Gilman Scholarship Information and Workshop

submitted by stoddard@augsburg.edu

Are you thinking about study abroad in Spring or Summer 2018? Are you a US Citizen and a Pell Grant eligible student?

If you answered yes to all three, YOU ARE ELIGIBLE for the Gillman Scholarship for Study Abroad! Gilman Scholarship recipients can win up to $5000 or $8000 for a semester abroad program. Generous scholarships are also available for Summer programs.

Learn more about the scholarship and how to submit a strong application at one of the upcoming Gilman Workshops:

MONDAY September 18, 3:00-3:30 pm in Oyate Commons, Christensen Center lower level

TUESDAY September 19, 11:30-12:00 in Oyate Commons, Christensen Center lower level

Gilman Scholarship Applications are DUE ON OCTOBER 3. Get started today and we’ll see you at the workshop. Stop by our office in Oyate Commons if you have any questions before then.

Learn more about the Gilman Scholarship here

Apply for Mayo Innovation Scholars Program

submitted by kipper@augsburg.edu

Applications for Augsburg’s Mayo Innovations Scholar Program are now available on the URGO website! This program is highly competitive and is primarily designed for juniors and seniors.

What is MISP?
In the process of conducting research, Mayo Clinic scientists have developed new products that may be marketable. These products are submitted to the Mayo Clinic Office of Intellectual Property (OIP) for a thorough investigation of marketability. The OIP has a significant backlog of products to be investigated. One of the backlogged products or inventions is assigned to each MISP team for investigative research and formal presentation at Mayo Clinic.

Augsburg’s team will consist of an MBA student, 3 undergraduate science students, 1 undergraduate business/economics student, and a Licensing Manager from the Mayo Clinic OIP. The team will work together to understand the science and applications of the projects or innovations and analyze the market potential. Each undergraduate student on the team will receive $1,000. Teams will begin work during October and the final presentations will be in March.

To Apply:
Applications can be found on the URGO website. Completed applications must be submitted to urgo@augsburg.edu by Thursday, September 21st. If you have any questions about the program, please contact us at urgo@augsburg.edu, 612-330-1441, or stop in at Science 152.

Deliver Lunch with Campus Kitchen Today

submitted by greena@augsburg.edu

It’s our first day back for Thursday lunch deliveries with elders in Phillips and Seward neighborhoods, and we need some help! It’s a Meals-on-Wheels style delivery where we pack lunches here on campus and then deliver to three apartment buildings, knocking on doors and chatting for a bit as we go. We deliver to 23 floors of the buildings, so deliverers should be comfortable going down lots of stairs or waiting for elevators.

Meet at the back of the kitchen (near the elevator in Christensen) at 11:30am TODAY if you can join us! We’ll be back to campus by 1:30pm.

Fall Career and Internship Fair

submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu

Plan to attend the 2017 Fall Career & Internship Fair!
Meet with 35 employers looking to hire Augsburg students for internships and entry-level positions! Register for free through Handshake. (https://augsburg.joinhandshake.com/

Attend one of the prep sessions offered by Strommen Center staff or by representatives from US Bank. Times and locations are listed in Handshake under Events.

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