submitted by ueckerk@augsburg.edu
All 2017 W-2’s were mailed Tuesday, January 30th and will be available for viewing/printing by Friday, February 9th.
Please contact the Payroll Office at payroll@augsburg.edu if you need any further assistance.
Author: terhellm
Last week to Apply to College Possible
submitted by koinesa@augsburg.edu
College Possible supports low-income students with college success through 1:1 coaching on academics, financial aid, and personal development. Our hope is that students apply as soon as possible so that they will be ready to go for the semester.
Students interested in applying must be Pell grant or Dream Act eligible. In order to apply, they can use the attached link and drop by the College Possible desk (located on the 2nd floor of the Lindell library) to fill out release forms. The application process will only take around 10 minutes!
The deadline to apply is February 2nd at 5pm.
Summer 2018 Job Opportunity
submitted by warnbers@augsburg.edu
Looking for a memorable job opportunity this summer? Consider applying to be an Augsburg College Youth Theology Institute (AYTI) Mentor!
We are looking for SEVEN current students to serve as mentors for this summer’s Youth Theology Institute (AYTI). http://www.augsburg.edu/acti/
The Augsburg Youth Theology Institute (AYTI) is a week-long experience for high school students to critically engage in theological inquiry and faith exploration on the campus of the college. Classroom learning, worship opportunities, urban exposure, and community building are all components of the program.
An AYTI Mentor serves a vital role in the Youth Theology Institute by helping to implement programs and cultivate community as faith leaders working with the high school youth participants. Mentors need to complete ~22 hours of training in March and April and be totally available the entire week of July 7-13, 2018.
Interested in applying? Visit the Human Resources employment web page.
Have any questions? Contact Lonna Field at ccv@augsburg.edu
Brought to you by: Christensen Center for Vocation, Campus Ministry, and Theology and Public Leadership
Writing or Revising Something? Find the WL
submitted by swanson@augsburg.edu
The Augsburg Writing Lab is alive and well (and busy). The lab is located in Lindell Library, street level, just left of the circulation desk. All Augsburg students — grad and undergrad, any major — are welcome. Just bring a hard copy of whatever you are working on — essays, applications, personal statements, creative writing assignments. 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.
Questions? Please contact Kathy Swanson, English.
Come Celebrate Soup for You on Friday
submitted by truem@augsburg.edu
Come and celebrate Soup for You Cafe at Bethany Lutheran Church, 2511 Franklin Avenue from 11am-1pm on Friday, February 2nd. Almost 3 years and going strong. ~41,000 bowls of soup served. There will be food, music, art and lots of love. Join the community celebration. Music by: Ray Makeever and The Good Neighbors with special guests Siama Matuzungundi and Dallas Johnson. Ukuleles, violins, mandolins, flooglehorns.
May CTL Workshops – Submit Ideas TODAY
submitted by pippert@augsburg.edu
Last year, Faculty Development Committee developed a new strategy for what had been known as “The May Calendar.” Our goal is to provide a predictable, accessible, convenient, useful, engaging, meaningful (shall I keep going?), etc. schedule for faculty and staff development opportunities in early May (after grading and before you take a well-deserved break).
This year, “4 Days in May” will be held May 8-11 and include the “Creating an Inclusive Campus” conference. If you have any requests for workshops, discussions, or demonstrations, please contact Tim Pippert or any member of the Faculty Development Committee by February 1st.
Students, Staff, and Faculty – Submit your Nominations Soon
submitted by pippert@augsburg.edu
The Office of Academic Affairs and the Center for Teaching and Learning invite your nominations for the 2018 awards for Distinguished Contributions to Teaching and Learning. Augsburg annually recognizes individuals or groups that have made exemplary contributions to creating an engaging academic learning environment through awards for teaching (full-time and adjunct), scholarship, or service. For additional information regarding award criteria and to submit a confidential nomination, please visit the CTL Awards website. The deadline for nominations is February 20, 2018.
Congratulations to December’s Auggie Pride Recipients
submitted by stepkad@augsburg.edu
Congratulations to the Ruby Murillo, Matthew Schornstein, and Sandy Tilton for receiving the December Auggie Pride Award. During times of change they have stepped up to help our students, faculty, and staff. Their willingness to go above and beyond their expected duties has been felt by the entire community. Staff Senate admires the work they do everyday and are honored to award them with this month’s Auggie Pride Award.
Dr. Eve Fine Report on Faculty Search Process
submitted by greenj@augsburg.edu
In December, Dr. Eve Fine, Associate Scientist, WISELI, University of Wisconsin-Madison, met with administration, faculty, and staff members of the Augsburg community who are involved in the search process for new faculty. After her meetings and review of our processes, she has provided her report and recommendations on strengthening the University’s efforts to increase the diversity among our faculty. Dr. Fine provided an overview of her report at this week’s Focused Conversations. An executive summary of the report will be available soon on the University Reports page.
Peace Scholars Program Applications – Due Feb 1, 2018
submitted by sharaft@augsburg.edu
Attention Augsburg sophomores and juniors!
If you area student with a strong interest in peace and justice issues please consider applying for the 2018 Peace Scholar Program. Two students will be selected to join a group of a 16 students taking courses in Oslo, Norway at the International Summer School and the Nansen Dialogue Center in June & July 2018. Program and tuition costs are covered by the program (students cover the cost of their airfare). The Peace Scholars take a leading role in promoting student participation in the Nobel Peace Prize Forum, hosted each year by Augsburg University, and spend a few hours each month working in the Peace Prize Forum office.
• 2 courses at the University of Oslo Summer School (a highly international program with students from over 100 countries)
• 1‑week residency at the Nansen Dialogue Center in Lillehammer
• Visits and meetings with Norwegian politicians, peacemakers, and activists
• Once in a lifetime opportunity!
See full information, including application materials, can be found here: Application
Any questions or inquiries can be directed to Bettine Hermanson: hermansb@augsburg.edu or Joe Underhill: underhil@augsburg.edu or at 330‑1318.
Get Paid to Learn this Summer: Phase 1 Applications due
submitted by berggg@augsburg.edu
Are you looking for a paid summer research opportunity here on campus? URGO applications for 2018 summer research are now available on the URGO website at http://www.augsburg.edu/urgo/. All fields of study welcome!
We have multiple summer opportunities available for students.
URGO SUMMER RESEARCH PROGRAM
The URGO Summer Research Program is an 11-week, on-campus program where students are funded to conduct research with a faculty mentor. Students receive support throughout the research process from their faculty mentor, a Speaker Series, and weekly seminars with fellow researchers. URGO provides full-time summer researchers (400 hours) with a $4,000 stipend and housing discount while half-time researchers (200 hours) receive a $2,000 stipend. The program runs from May 14th – July 27th.
URGO SUMMER RESEARCH ASSISTANT SHIPS
URGO also provides funding for students to work for a professor as a research assistant on an ongoing research project. This is a 100-hour commitment over the course of the summer and comes with a $1,000 stipend. This is an excellent opportunity to try out research for the first time or focus on a specific aspect of a research project.
Phase 1 of the applications are due February 1st, so start talking with your faculty now to learn about what research is going on in your department!
Faculty: How URGO Can Support Your Research
submitted by berggg@augsburg.edu
URGO’s summer research program is designed to both enhance undergraduate student learning and support faculty research here on campus. Faculty are the driving force behind the research program, and we want it to be as beneficial to you as possible.
Some of you may have already been approached by students who would like to do summer research through URGO. We encourage you to think about how these students might support your own research agenda. While some advanced students might have a project in mind, we have found that students benefit the most from working within a faculty member’s area of expertise.
While summer is the perfect time to push research projects ahead, we know all too well how quickly the time goes. We have research grants for 400, 200, and 100 student research hours that are designed to provide you with the optimal amount of student research support needed for your project. The 100-hour research assistantship, for example, is a particularly good fit if you have needs for data entry, transcription, or literature review.
To learn more about URGO summer research and working with a student, visit the “on-campus research” page on the URGO website: http://www.augsburg.edu/urgo
Phase 1 of summer research applications are due February 1st, with complete proposals due February 22nd.
Film student Brian Austin will screen “Nobody’s Son” at a Twin Cities Film Festival red carpet event
submitted by trann@augsburg.edu
The screening is on Monday, February 19th at the Showplace ICON Theater.
For tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nobodys-son-tickets-41553956001 Congrats to Brian!
Film Synopsis: Dillon has been moved again. A familiar life of being passed from one household to the next, but this time it’s much worse. Dillon struggles with speaking up, in order to expose his abuser. He reaches out to any adult that may hear ; but will anyone really listen?
Interfaith Storytelling for a Vibrant Democracy: Engaging the Diverse, the Devout, and the “Nones”
submitted by warnbers@augsburg.edu
This interactive conference will bring together individuals with diverse core commitments for skill building in the areas of storytelling and story listening in order to build greater dialogue on our campuses around difference. The event is a collaboration between staff and faculty from Augsburg University, Bethel University, and the University of St. Thomas and the Interfaith Youth Corps (IFYC). It will take place on Friday, February 23 and Saturday, February 24 at the University of St. Thomas. The cost is normally $10 (including meals) but is free for Augsburg students. To register go to Augsburg Registration: Interfaith Storytelling for a Vibrant Democracy. For more information and a schedule go to http://www.stthomas.edu/interfaithstorytelling or contact Professor Matt Maruggi at maruggi@augsburg.edu.
Alternative Spring Break 2018
submitted by warnbers@augsburg.edu
Looking for something meaningful to do this spring break? Consider signing up for Alternative Spring Break!
During the week of March 10th – 17th, Augsburg students will be traveling to Texas to work with Habitat for Humanity of Laredo-Webb County. This trip is a great opportunity for students of different backgrounds to come together, learn, and build community!
The cost of the trip is $250 which includes lodging, transportation, and most meals.
Registration forms will open on January 8th and close on February 2nd.
Spots fill up fast, so register soon! $100 is due at registration to secure your spot.
Want to learn more? Have questions? Email Sophie Warnberg at warnbers@augsburg.edu
Like us on Facebook “Augsburg Alternative Spring Break” + Follow us on Twitter @AuggieSpringBrk
Sponsored by Campus Ministry and the Christensen Center for Vocation
http://web.augsburg.edu/campusministry/ASB2018_Registration.pdf
Apply for 2018-2019 Public Leadership Scholars Programs
submitted by warnbers@augsburg.edu
CURRENT SOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS:
Want to engage in leadership, service, and learning to make a difference at Augsburg and in the wider community?
Apply to be in one of Augsburg’s 3 Public Leadership Scholar Programs:Christensen Scholars, Interfaith Scholars, or Sabo Scholars.
In any one of the programs you will have the opportunity to participate in a yearlong academic seminar with a cohort of your peers. You will contribute to public leadership on campus and in the wider community in either the Christian tradition, interfaith engagement, or civic life. You will also be able to earn 4 upper division semester credits in the Religion or Political Science along with receiving a $2,000 scholarship.
Current sophomores and juniors who plan to study on campus all of the 2017-18 academic year are eligible to apply.
APPLYING: The application for all three programs is available online through Sabo or CCV website, listed below.
Christensen Scholars: http://www.augsburg.edu/ccv/christensen-scholars-program/
Interfaith Scholars: http://www.augsburg.edu/ccv/interfaith-scholars-program/
Sabo Scholars: http://www.augsburg.edu/sabo/what-we-do/sabo-scholars/
The application deadline is Monday, February 19th, 2018
Questions? Contact either the Christensen Center for Vocation at ccv@augsburg.edu, 612-330-1403 or the Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship at sabocenter@augsburg.edu
Morning Chapel: Senior Chapel
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Please join us in chapel this morning at 11:30 am to hear senior David Erickson preach and sing. Hoversten Chapel, Foss Hall.
River Semester Fall 2018 – Apply Now
submitted by yangss1@augsburg.edu
Students interested in a once-in- a-lifetime opportunity to travel the length of the Mississippi River as part of a full semester of courses should check out Augsburg’s River Semester program for Fall 2018. Students in the program will spend 100 days paddling from the Twin Cities, to St. Louis, Memphis, and beyond, before returning to the Twin Cities in December.
Courses offered include:
POL 241 Environmental and River Politics (meets Liberal Arts Foundation for Social and Behavioral Sciences)
ENV 310 Environmental Studies Field Seminar. Study grassroots organizing and meeting with stakeholders throughout the watershed.
ENV 120: Environmental Science (Science w/ Lab)
BIO 495: Topics:
POL/ENV/BIO 499 Directed Research Project (possible Keystone credit)
POL/ENV 399 Internship (with a river-related organization; some internships are paid)
KEY 490 Keystone
Other courses and specialized curriculum available by special arrangement
This program also fulfills Augsburg Experience requirement
Thanks to a generous donation from Pentair, there are a limited number of scholarships of up to $5,000 toward the program fees.
Apply by March 15, 2018
Full information and details at http://www.augsburg.edu/river or by contacting the Augsburg Study Abroad/Away Office in Christensen Center or Prof. Joe Underhill at underhil@augsburg.edu
General Announcements (Fridays) Teaching & Learning (Tuesday & Thursdays)
Study Abroad & Away Fair – Feb 16
submitted by yangss1@augsburg.edu
Come learn about hundreds of off-campus study programs available to Auggies! Programs are around the world as well as the USA, and range in length from 8 days to a whole year. There is something to fit each student!
Grab some refreshments, pick up program brochures, ask questions, and discover global opportunities that are perfect for you! Don’t forget to enter the prize drawing, too! Join us:
Friday, February 16, 2018, 10:00 – 2:30, Christensen Center
Chat with Alumni @ the Augsburg Networking Experience + free food & head shots
submitted by silversa@augsburg.edu
Tuesday, February 6, 2018
5:30-8:00 p.m.
Foss Center (FREE and open to all majors and students, & alumni)
Food, beverages and free head shots provided.
Spend an evening networking with students and alumni from various industries. This is a great opportunity to practice networking skills with alumni as they share their career insights and stories with students. Alumni are also able to reconnect with their peers. Attending events like this will benefit you by building relationships that can help you professionally now and in the future.
For those alumni who want more time to network with their peers, we welcome you to gather at the Republic at Seven Corners after the event.
Alumni (even if employed by Augsburg) please register at:
Students click on the Join Event button in Handshake to register.
Handshake
Paid Fellowship for Trip to Holocaust Museum in Washington D.C.
submitted by berggg@augsburg.edu
The MINNE Holocaust Fellows program annually selects college students to participate in a fully-paid, one-day trip to the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington D.C. to acquire a more in-depth knowledge of the Holocaust. Fellows tour the permanent exhibits and featured exhibits, as well as meet with a museum representative. Awards come through the MINNE Fund of the Minneapolis Jewish Federation, who has chosen Augsburg to be one of the select few universities to participate in the program. Multiple Augsburg students were selected last year for the trip.
The 2018 trip will take place on April 24th. Applications are due on February 28th and can be found at http://jewishminneapolis.org/minne/. If you would like to learn more about the program or would like advising on the application, please contact the URGO office at urgo@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1446.
Eligibility:
– U.S. Citizen
– Full-time student
– At least a sophomore and cannot be graduating before Spring 2019
– 3.0 GPA or higher
Focused Conversation on Diversity: 11 a.m. today
submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu
Today is the second Focused Conversation featuring Eve Fine’s presentation of her findings from the Augsburg University Fall 2017 Faculty Hiring Review Project. Fine is an associate scientist at the Women in Science & Engineering Leadership Institute at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the author of “Searching for Excellence and Diversity: A Guide for Search Committee Chairs.”
The Focused Conversation session is at 11 a.m. in Oren 100.
Peace Scholars Program Applications – Due Feb 1, 2018
submitted by sharaft@augsburg.edu
Attention Augsburg sophomores and juniors!
If you area student with a strong interest in peace and justice issues please consider applying for the 2018 Peace Scholar Program. Two students will be selected to join a group of a 16 students taking courses in Oslo, Norway at the International Summer School and the Nansen Dialogue Center in June & July 2018. Program and tuition costs are covered by the program (students cover the cost of their airfare). The Peace Scholars take a leading role in promoting student participation in the Nobel Peace Prize Forum, hosted each year by Augsburg University, and spend a few hours each month working in the Peace Prize Forum office.
• 2 courses at the University of Oslo Summer School (a highly international program with students from over 100 countries)
• 1‑week residency at the Nansen Dialogue Center in Lillehammer
• Visits and meetings with Norwegian politicians, peacemakers, and activists
• Once in a lifetime opportunity!
See full information, including application materials, can be found here: Application
Any questions or inquiries can be directed to Bettine Hermanson: hermansb@augsburg.edu or Joe Underhill: underhil@augsburg.edu or at 330‑1318.
Alternative Spring Break 2018
submitted by warnbers@augsburg.edu
Looking for something meaningful to do this spring break? Consider signing up for Alternative Spring Break!
During the week of March 10th – 17th, Augsburg students will be traveling to Texas to work with Habitat for Humanity of Laredo-Webb County. This trip is a great opportunity for students of different backgrounds to come together, learn, and build community!
The cost of the trip is $250 which includes lodging, transportation, and most meals.
Registration forms will open on January 8th and close on February 2nd.
Spots fill up fast, so register soon! $100 is due at registration to secure your spot.
Want to learn more? Have questions? Email Sophie Warnberg at warnbers@augsburg.edu
Like us on Facebook “Augsburg Alternative Spring Break” + Follow us on Twitter @AuggieSpringBrk
Sponsored by Campus Ministry and the Christensen Center for Vocation
http://web.augsburg.edu/campusministry/ASB2018_Registration.pdf
Apply for 2017-2018 Public Leadership Scholars Programs
submitted by warnbers@augsburg.edu
CURRENT SOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS:
Want to engage in leadership, service, and learning to make a difference at Augsburg and in the wider community?
Apply to be in one of Augsburg’s 3 Public Leadership Scholar Programs:Christensen Scholars, Interfaith Scholars, or Sabo Scholars.
In any one of the programs you will have the opportunity to participate in a yearlong academic seminar with a cohort of your peers. You will contribute to public leadership on campus and in the wider community in either the Christian tradition, interfaith engagement, or civic life. You will also be able to earn 4 upper division semester credits in the Religion or Political Science along with receiving a $2,000 scholarship.
Current sophomores and juniors who plan to study on campus all of the 2017-18 academic year are eligible to apply.
APPLYING: The application for all three programs is available online through Sabo or CCV website, listed below.
Christensen Scholars: http://www.augsburg.edu/ccv/christensen-scholars-program/
Interfaith Scholars: http://www.augsburg.edu/ccv/interfaith-scholars-program/
Sabo Scholars: http://www.augsburg.edu/sabo/what-we-do/sabo-scholars/
The application deadline is Monday, February 27th, 2017
Questions? Contact either the Christensen Center for Vocation at ccv@augsburg.edu, 612-330-1403 or the Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship at sabocenter@augsburg.edu
Summer 2018 Job Opportunity
submitted by warnbers@augsburg.edu
Looking for a memorable job opportunity this summer? Consider applying to be an Augsburg College Youth Theology Institute (AYTI) Mentor!
We are looking for SEVEN current students to serve as mentors for this summer’s Youth Theology Institute (AYTI). http://www.augsburg.edu/acti/
The Augsburg Youth Theology Institute (AYTI) is a week-long experience for high school students to critically engage in theological inquiry and faith exploration on the campus of the college. Classroom learning, worship opportunities, urban exposure, and community building are all components of the program.
An AYTI Mentor serves a vital role in the Youth Theology Institute by helping to implement programs and cultivate community as faith leaders working with the high school youth participants. Mentors need to complete ~22 hours of training in March and April and be totally available the entire week of July 7-13, 2018.
Interested in applying? Visit the Human Resources employment web page.
Have any questions? Contact Lonna Field at ccv@augsburg.edu
Brought to you by: Christensen Center for Vocation, Campus Ministry, and Theology and Public Leadership
CWC Depression & Anxiety Screening TODAY
submitted by detloff@augsburg.edu
Students are you worried, stressed, sad? The Center for Wellness and Counseling is offering FREE depression and anxiety screenings TODAY – Wednesday 1/31 from 9:30 – 3:30 pm in the CWC office (first floor Anderson Residence Hall). Stop by the CWC office, complete a short assessment and have a 10 minute meeting with a counselor to review the assessment and get additional resources. Questions, please call the CWC office at 612-330-1707.
Profs. Zobitz and Schilling publish with students
submitted by beckmanm@augsburg.edu
Professors John Zobitz and Emily Schilling (along with 14 undergrads) just had an article published in Spora: A Journal of Biomathematics. In this scholarly that was a collaboration between faculty and students, two cohorts of students (in 2011 and 2016) contributed to the study design and analysis, using tools acquired and developed while taking an upper division mathematics of mathematical modeling in the biological sciences. Beyond the mathematical tools students also learned about the elements and process of scientific writing to construct drafts of the manuscript. Find the article here: https://ir.library.illinoisstate.edu/spora/vol4/iss1/1/
Ready for bottled water reimbursement to end?
submitted by greena@augsburg.edu
It’s almost Feb. 1! Are you ready for the next phase of our bottled water policy?
Please don’t hesitate to reach out to eh Environmental Stewardship Committee at environmentalstewardship@augsburg.edu with any questions, troubleshooting, ideas, stories, etc. We are happy to help you figure out how to live into this next phase of our #LoveLocalWater campaign!
If you regularly provide campus visitors with bottled water, consider using/adapting the following language to alert visitors of this change before they come to campus:
Augsburg University is phasing out bottled water on campus in order to reduce waste and greenhouse gas emissions and support the provision of water as a human right and not a commodity. While on campus, you will have access to clean Minneapolis tap water. If you are not able to bring your own water bottle to campus, please let us know if we can provide you with a glass/cup to use and return or with a reusable water bottle to use and keep. We appreciate your support as we #LoveLocalWater together!
The student Environmental Action Committee may have funds to support your efforts!
CTL Grants and Awards Deadlines Approaching
submitted by pippert@augsburg.edu
Faculty research, course design, and international travel grants are due Feb. 15th and the Distinguished Contributions to Teaching and Learning are Due Feb. 20th. Apply/nominate today!
Faculty and Staff, What are Your Ideas for May Workshops?
submitted by pippert@augsburg.edu
Last year, Faculty Development Committee developed a new strategy for what had been known as “The May Calendar.” Our goal is to provide a predictable, accessible, convenient, useful, engaging, meaningful (shall I keep going?), etc. schedule for faculty and staff development opportunities in early May (after grading and before you take a well-deserved break).
This year, “4 Days in May” will be held May 8-11 and include the “Creating an Inclusive Campus” conference. Based on our goal to highlight faculty and staff development events over just a few days, we have three requests:
1) Mark your calendars and plan on attending.
2) Please refrain from scheduling departmental retreats, etc. during the mornings and early afternoons of May 8-11.
3) If you have any requests for workshops, discussions, or demonstrations, please contact Tim Pippert or any member of the Faculty Development Committee by February 1st.
Register: MN Private College Job & Internship Fair
submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu
For the 42nd year, Minnesota’s Private Colleges will host the annual JOB AND INTERNSHIP FAIR on Tuesday, February 27 at the Minneapolis Convention Center. This fair stands out as one of the premier college/employer partnerships in the country. The exhibit hall is open from 9:00 a.m – 2:00 p.m. (You can stay for as long as you are able)
Why attend the fair?
Explore opportunities in a variety of industries and majors.
Chat with more than 260 employers – all under one roof!
Open to undergraduate students (sophomores, juniors, and seniors) from the Minnesota Private Colleges.
Get your free professional LinkedIn Photo taken at the fair!
Learn more about the fair and who will be attending: http://mnpcfair.org/
REGISTER & PAY THE $12 FEE in Handshake
Need Tutoring?
submitted by vangj2@augsburg.edu
Check out the provided link for all current tutoring sessions.
Morning Chapel
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am to hear Shanene Herbert, Director of Faith and School Partnerships at Interfaith Action of Greater Saint Paul speak on “Trauma, Faith and Black Joy”.
College Possible is Accepting Applications
submitted by koinesa@augsburg.edu
College Possible supports low-income students with college success through 1:1 coaching on academics, financial aid, and personal development. Our hope is that students apply as soon as possible so that they will be ready to go for the semester.
Students interested in applying must be Pell grant or Dream Act eligible. In order to apply, they can use the attached link and drop by the College Possible desk (located on the 2nd floor of the Lindell library) to fill out release forms. The application process will only take around 10 minutes!
Let me know if you or any interested students have any questions.
Paid Summer Opportunity
submitted by washingl@augsburg.edu
Do you like helping others? Would you like professional experience and training that looks good on your resume? Change a child’s life this summer by joining Summer Reads, an AmeriCorps VISTA program at Minnesota Literacy Council. Each year, approximately 75 VISTAs serve in pairs at one or two placement sites in summer schools, libraries and community organizations across Minnesota, with the goal of helping children in grades K-3 improve their literacy skills and fight the summer slide. Under the mentoring of an on-site supervisor, VISTAs serve in a variety of program environments. They may use the site’s curriculum or design their own lesson plans; work with children one-on-one or in small or large groups; act as a classroom assistant or lead a program themselves – depending on the placement site.
Qualifications
Summer Reads VISTAs serve full-time for 8 weeks (10 weeks for Outreach Specialists) from June to August and are not permitted absences for vacations or personal time. With prior approval from Minnesota Literacy Council, they may hold additional part-time jobs or take college courses during the term of service.
Required qualifications include:
• At least 18 years of age at the time of placement (June 11)
• A U.S. Citizen, National or Legal Resident, Refugee, Asylee, or have DACA status *
• Must be able to clear a general background check, including a search of the Sex Offender Public Registry
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Must be able to speak proficiently in English and read aloud to groups/individual children
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Social Issues With Bottled Water (student blog)
submitted by greena@augsburg.edu
The next installment of the Environmental Stewardship Committee’s Love Local Water blog series, written by Fall 2017 ENV students, explores social issues with water.
Mexico: Summer study abroad program
submitted by yangss1@augsburg.edu
Earn language, Art, Keystone, or Internship credit in Mexico this summer:
AUGSBURG CGEE IN MEXICO: LANGUAGE AND CULTURE IN MEXICO
CGEE in Mexico offers five 3 1/2 week sessions (blocks) focusing on Spanish language and Mexican culture in which students can take one course per session, and take up to five courses throughout the summer. This community-based program includes homestays, a trip to Mexico City, optional weekend excursions, and numerous guest speakers designed to help students learn about history, culture, and contemporary struggles for peace, justice, and human rights.
Spanish language courses at all levels beginning to advanced, as well as specialized Spanish courses in Business Spanish, Spanish for Ministry, and Spanish for Healthcare Professionals can be combined with internships in those fields to create a truly customized summer experience.
2018 PROGRAM DATES
The summer is organized into five blocks, you may take anywhere from one to five blocks. Students who wish to take an internship must enroll for at least two blocks:
Block I: May 2-27
Block II: May 23-June 17 (KEY 490 offered only during Block II)
Block III: June 13-July 8
Block IV: July 5-29
Block V: July 25-August 19
Applications are due March 15, 2018
Scholarships are available!
Students eligible for Summer Pell Grants, may apply the summer grant funds to this program if they attend at least two Blocks.
Email abroad@augsburg.edu, or come and talk to the Study Abroad/Away Office for more details! We are located in Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center.
Check here for program details, scholarship info, and application
Follow Study Abroad/Away on Instagram & FB
submitted by yangss1@augsburg.edu
The Study Abroad & Away office Instagram page is a great way to see what your fellow Auggies are up to on their study programs around the world!
Check it out and follow us!
https://www.facebook.com/AugsburgStudyAbroad/
Yoga TODAY
submitted by lamberte@augsburg.edu
Good Morning! I will be teaching yoga at Augsburg this semester. Please join us today from 12:15 pm- 1:00 pm in the Racquetball Court (Si-Melby 130). This class will take place every Wednesday until the end of the semester.
We will practice flowing breath to movement, staying in the present moment, and challenging our bodies through different poses during this 45 minute yoga practice. Mats will be available if you do not have your own mat. Open to all students, staff, faculty, and any others part of the Augsburg community. Private sessions are available as well, let me know if you are interested! Please e-mail me if you have any questions at lamberte@augsburg.edu.
Final Day to Nominate an Outstanding Staff
submitted by petersj4@augsburg.edu
The annual Outstanding Staff Award is intended to recognize exceptional Augsburg staff members who exemplify the mission statement of the University through their work. This year we will honor a total of six staff, including one “Newcomer” – someone who has been at Augsburg for 2 years or less.
Nominations may be submitted by staff (full-time, part-time, and union), faculty, or students at Augsburg University.
For more information or to submit your nomination, please click here: https://goo.gl/forms/Y7sKqGfcQfYTQAEb2
Letters of recommendation can be sent to staffsenate@augsburg.edu or delivered to Jay Peterson in Oren Gateway 106C.
Nominations will be accepted until 5 p.m. today. If you need an extension, please email petersj4@augsburg.edu.
The annual Staff Appreciation Awards will take place on Thursday, March 8, 2018 from 2–4 p.m. in Hoversten Chapel.
Auggie Pride Awards – Taking Nominations for January
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 inside.augsburg.edu/staffsenate
summer sublease near campus
submitted by peterse@augsburg.edu
Summer sublease opportunity: 4 blocks from campus, cheap rent, good area. Inquiries contact peterse@augsburg.edu
Faculty: How URGO Can Support Your Research
submitted by berggg@augsburg.edu
URGO’s summer research program is designed to both enhance undergraduate student learning and support faculty research here on campus. Faculty are the driving force behind the research program, and we want it to be as beneficial to you as possible.
Some of you may have already been approached by students who would like to do summer research through URGO. We encourage you to think about how these students might support your own research agenda. While some advanced students might have a project in mind, we have found that students benefit the most from working within a faculty member’s area of expertise.
While summer is the perfect time to push research projects ahead, we know all too well how quickly the time goes. We have research grants for 400, 200, and 100 student research hours that are designed to provide you with the optimal amount of student research support needed for your project. The 100-hour research assistantship, for example, is a particularly good fit if you have needs for data entry, transcription, or literature review.
To learn more about URGO summer research and working with a student, visit the “on-campus research” page on the URGO website: http://www.augsburg.edu/urgo
Phase 1 of summer research applications are due February 1st, with complete proposals due February 22nd.
Campus Cupboard Hours
submitted by nguyenj@augsburg.edu
Campus Cuoboard is open for all students! Come in to check out what grocery items we have stocked. Here are the hours for this week:
Tuesday- 9am-11:45am
Wednesday- 9:30am-11am and 12:30pm-3pm
Thursday- 1pm-3pm
Friday- 9:30am-12:30pm
Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me at nguyenj@augsburg.edu with questions or comments.
Have a great week!
Cedar Riverside Guest Readers
submitted by truem@augsburg.edu
Guest Reader Program Sign Up – Read Aloud to 1st or 2nd grade students this spring.
Tuesdays from 9:30-10:30 am (sign up for just one or two if you’d like to read once to 1st grade & once to 2nd grade)
Sign up for one of the Tuesdays and fill in the book you’ll be reading and contact information. Once I have you signed up I will send a Google Doc with some tips and ideas to make your experience and the kids experience awesome.
Here is the sign up Doc – https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ffxyW11PbtNpUPa7ozUXCEIOJ_QGJ9i10DmXp6cIbrw/edit?usp=sharing
If you have any questions or need assistance please contact me Jennifer Weber at 763-464-2790 or jweber@crcs-school.org
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ffxyW11PbtNpUPa7ozUXCEIOJ_QGJ9i10DmXp6cIbrw/edit?usp=sharing
College Possible is Accepting Applications
submitted by koinesa@augsburg.edu
College Possible supports low-income students with college success through 1:1 coaching on academics, financial aid, and personal development. Our hope is that students apply as soon as possible so that they will be ready to go for the semester.
Students interested in applying must be Pell grant or Dream Act eligible. In order to apply, they can use the attached link and drop by the College Possible desk (located on the 2nd floor of the Lindell library) to fill out release forms. The application process will only take around 10 minutes!
Let me know if you or any interested students have any questions.
Yoga Tomorrow
submitted by lamberte@augsburg.edu
Good Morning! I will be teaching yoga at Augsburg this semester. Please join us tomorrow from 12:15 pm- 1:00 pm in the Racquetball Court (Si-Melby 130). This class will take place every Wednesday until the end of the semester.
We will practice flowing breath to movement, staying in the present moment, and challenging our bodies through different poses during this 45 minute yoga practice. Mats will be available if you do not have your own mat. Open to all students, staff, faculty, and any others part of the Augsburg community. Private sessions are available as well, let me know if you are interested! Please e-mail me if you have any questions at lamberte@augsburg.edu.
Writing Something? Find the Writing Lab
submitted by swanson@augsburg.edu
The Augsburg Writing Lab is alive and well (and busy). The lab is located in Lindell Library, street level, just left of the circulation desk. All Augsburg students — grad and undergrad, any major — are welcome. Just bring a hard copy of whatever you are working on — essays, applications, personal statements, creative writing assignments. 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.
Questions? Please contact Kathy Swanson, English.
Just Sustainabilities in Policy, Planning and Practice
submitted by ericksoc@augsburg.edu
Batalden Convocation in Applied Ethics
Just Sustainabilities in Policy, Planning and Practice
Dr. Julian Aygeman
11:00 Chapel
Thursday February 8th
Soup for You Celebration this Friday
submitted by truem@augsburg.edu
Come and celebrate Soup for You Cafe at Bethany Lutheran Church, 2511 Franklin Avenue from 11am-1pm on Friday, February 2nd.
Almost 3 years and going strong. ~41,000 bowls of soup served.
There will be food, music, art and lots of love. Join the community celebration.
Music by: Ray Makeever and The Good Neighbors with special guests Siama Matuzungundi and Dallas Johnson. Ukuleles, violins, mandolins, flooglehorns!
Depression and Anxiety Screening 1/31
submitted by detloff@augsburg.edu
Students are you worried, stressed, sad? The Center for Wellness and Counseling is offering FREE depression and anxiety screenings Wednesday 1/31 from 9:30 – 3:30 pm in the CWC office (first floor Anderson Residence Hall). Stop by the CWC office, complete a short assessment and have a 10 minute meeting with a counselor to review the assessment and get additional resources. Questions, please call the CWC office at 612-330-1707.
Focused Conversations on Diversity – Today/Tomorrow
submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu
Today’s Focused Conversations on diversity is at 2 p.m. in Oren 100 and will be available via livestream. Tomorrow’s session, also in Oren 100, is at 11 a.m.
The sessions feature guest speaker Eve Fine, who will present her findings from the Augsburg University Fall 2017 Faculty Hiring Review Project. Fine is an associate scientist at the Women in Science & Engineering Leadership Institute at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the author of “Searching for Excellence and Diversity: A Guide for Search Committee Chairs.”
Gilman Scholarship Workshops (for Study Abroad)
submitted by yangss1@augsburg.edu
Do you want to win $5,000 for your study abroad program?
Are you Pell Grant Eligible with U.S. Citizenship?
If yes – we encourage you to apply for a Gilman Scholarship for your summer or fall 2018 program.
The Study Abroad/Away Office will have two workshops where you can learn about the Gilman, and get help with the application process:
In-Depth Session:
Thursday Feb 8
10:30-11:30 am
Cedar room, Christensen
Express Session:
Wednesday Feb 21
10:30-11 am (Chapel time)
Cedar room, Christensen
Gilman Scholarship Applications for summer and fall programs are due by March 6th, 2018. For more information on the Gilman, see: https://www.gilmanscholarship.org
Since 2008, fifty-two Augsburg students have received Gilman scholarships, totaling $205,500!
Paid Fellowship for Trip to Holocaust Museum in Washington D.C.
submitted by berggg@augsburg.edu
The MINNE Holocaust Fellows program annually selects college students to participate in a fully-paid, one-day trip to the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington D.C. to acquire a more in-depth knowledge of the Holocaust. Fellows tour the permanent exhibits and featured exhibits, as well as meet with a museum representative. Awards come through the MINNE Fund of the Minneapolis Jewish Federation, who has chosen Augsburg to be one of the select few universities to participate in the program. Multiple Augsburg students were selected last year for the trip.
The 2018 trip will take place on April 24th. Applications are due on February 28th and can be found at http://jewishminneapolis.org/minne/. If you would like to learn more about the program or would like advising on the application, please contact the URGO office at urgo@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1446.
Eligibility:
– U.S. Citizen
– Full-time student
– At least a sophomore and cannot be graduating before Spring 2019
– 3.0 GPA or higher
Auggies Networking Experience – Explore. Experience. Evolve.
submitted by silversa@augsburg.edu
Tuesday, February 6, 2018
5:30-8:00 p.m.
Foss Center (FREE and open to all majors and students, & alumni)
Food, beverages and free head shots provided.
Spend an evening networking with students and alumni from various industries. This is a great opportunity to practice networking skills with alumni as they share their career insights and stories with students. Alumni are also able to reconnect with their peers. Attending events like this will benefit you by building relationships that can help you professionally now and in the future.
New this Year – Mock Interviews offered during the event! Please signup by emailing your name, major, career interest, and year to alumniassistants@augsburg.edu. You will then be assigned a time for a 10-15 minute interview with an alumni. Space is limited with only 12 spots available on a first to email first serve basis.
For those alumni who want more time to network with their peers, we welcome you to gather at the Republic at Seven Corners after the event.
Alumni (even if employed by Augsburg) please register at:
Students click on the Join Event button in Handshake to register.
Handshake
Sesquicentennial Grants Available
submitted by tuchten@augsburg.edu
The Sesquicentennial Academic Sub-Committee is looking for project ideas and project leaders that will make the celebration of our Sesquicentennial year a special year for students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends of Augsburg. Funds are available for evocative projects of all kinds that reflect Augsburg’s mission, academic excellence and community. The 150th anniversary will be celebrated between Homecoming 2019 and Homecoming 2020. Our aim is to have all Sesquicentennial projects identified by Spring 2018.
Submission Instructions:
Please submit all completed applications through the Google form (https://goo.gl/forms/VW53VqWyuJSV5xMc2). The links to the form will be on the Academic Affairs website (http://inside.augsburg.edu/academicaffairs/resources/budget-compensation-personnel/augsburg-university-sesquicentennial-grant-call-for-proposals/) and Sesquicentennial website (http://www.augsburg.edu/150/). Applications are due April 15, 2018 for consideration.
Contact Darcey Engen for more information. engen@augsburg.
Census 2020 Event Feb. 7th 4-6pm
submitted by mcdaniem@augsburg.edu
What: Join the Tom SenGupta Forum and the Sabo Center for a panel discussion on the 2020 Census and what it means for Minnesota.
When: Wednesday February 7th from 4-6pm
Where: Marshall Room in the Christensen Center
The panelists will include:
Marcia Avner (Moderator), Consultant to MN Council on Foundations
Susan Brower, MN State Demographer
Joan Naymark, Minnesotans for the American Community Survey
Bob Tracy, Policy & Communications Director at MN Council on Foundations
Morning Chapel: Taize Service
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Join us in chapel this morning at 11:30 am for Taize, Music, and Prayer Around the Cross in Hoversten Chapel.
Valleyfair Auditions at Augsburg
submitted by brauer@augsburg.edu
Augsburg University
Sateren Auditorium
Wednesday, February 7th 2018
5:00pm—10:00pm
Please send an email to LiveE@valleyfair.com to sign up for an audition slot
If you would like to be considered for multiple positions, please specify in your email.
If you cannot attend the auditions, video submissions will be considered! Please send headshot, resume and audition video submission to LiveE@valleyfair.com.
Check out the short Video for more information about working in the Entertainment Department at Valleyfair Amusement Park!
Contact:
Justine Bergevin
Entertainment Manager
Valleyfair Amusement Park
952-496-5341
Palestine & Israel: Summer study abroad program
submitted by yangss1@augsburg.edu
Study abroad for two weeks in summer 2018:
INTERFAITH ENGAGEMENT IN PALESTINE AND ISRAEL
Courses: RLN 205 or RLN 490. This program also fulfills Augsburg Experience
Join this two-week course to gain a transformational learning experience. You will be immersed in the Israeli and Palestinian contexts, particularly focusing on the three Abrahamic faiths – Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Through lectures, readings, and conversations you will deepen your understanding of the history, sacred texts, beliefs and practices of the three Abrahamic faiths. Particular attention will be given to the roots of conflicts in the region and to peacebuilding movements.
We will visit holy sites that are at the center of the sacred stories that shape the beliefs and practices of Jews, Christians, and Muslims. We will hear how faith shapes the daily lives of those living in the land often called “holy.”
Applications are due on January 31, and SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE!
Email abroad@augsburg.edu, or come and talk to the Study Abroad/Away Office for more details! We are located in Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center.
Check here for program details, scholarship info, and application
Get Paid to Learn This Summer
submitted by berggg@augsburg.edu
Are you looking for a paid summer research opportunity here on campus? URGO applications for 2018 summer research are now available on the URGO website at http://www.augsburg.edu/urgo/. All fields of study welcome!
We have multiple summer opportunities available for students.
URGO SUMMER RESEARCH PROGRAM
The URGO Summer Research Program is an 11-week, on-campus program where students are funded to conduct research with a faculty mentor. Students receive support throughout the research process from their faculty mentor, a Speaker Series, and weekly seminars with fellow researchers. URGO provides full-time summer researchers (400 hours) with a $4,000 stipend and housing discount while half-time researchers (200 hours) receive a $2,000 stipend. The program runs from May 14th – July 27th.
URGO SUMMER RESEARCH ASSISTANT SHIPS
URGO also provides funding for students to work for a professor as a research assistant on an ongoing research project. This is a 100-hour commitment over the course of the summer and comes with a $1,000 stipend. This is an excellent opportunity to try out research for the first time or focus on a specific aspect of a research project.
Phase 1 of the applications are due February 1st, so start talking with your faculty now to learn about what research is going on in your department!
Last Day to Apply for Midco Scholars
submitted by moralesj@augsburg.edu
Augsburg University and Midcontinent Communications (Midco) have recently formed a partnership which will provide opportunities for underrepresented students to earn a scholarship, explore a career in business/IT, and gain relevant work experience.
This semester, up to 4 students will be selected for the honor of becoming the first cohort of Midco Scholars. Each Scholar will have a $2,500 scholarship applied to their student account and will also have the opportunity to apply for a full-time Summer 2018 internship with Midco either in their Sioux Falls, SD or Edina, MN offices. (Internships will more likely take place in Sioux Falls, so applicants should be available to live in Sioux Falls for the summer – housing is available).
Ideal candidates for the Midco Scholars Program will:
-Be a Junior in good standing at Augsburg (anticipated graduation in Dec 2018 or May 2019)
-Have a major or minor in MIS, Computer Science, Mathematics, Finance, Accounting, Marketing, Data Analytics or other business related fields
-Be authorized to work in the United States for the duration of a summer internship and provide documents to verify work authorization
Underrepresented students, including students of color, low-income (Pell Grant eligible/Dream Grant eligible), and/or first generation college students are highly encouraged to apply.
Interested students should review the following link for more information and to apply: https://goo.gl/forms/EpztJz00p9BWrxA63
Applications are due today, Monday, January 29th. Any questions please contact Janet Morales (moralesj@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1792)
Scholarly Writing Retreat – May 16-18
submitted by pippert@augsburg.edu
Faculty, mark your calendars for the annual Jessica Nathanson Scholarly Writing Retreat. May 16-18, 2018 at Dunrovin Retreat Center. We will be begin accepting reservations later this spring.
Depression Screening Day 1/31
submitted by detloff@augsburg.edu
Students are you worried, sad, stressed? Stop by Christensen Center on Monday 1/29 between 10 – 12 for information on the Center for Wellness and Counseling walk-in Depression Screening Day on Wednesday 1/31. There will be information on anxiety and depression and the screening day as well as our friends from Paws for Learning (at 10:30). Questions – call the CWC office at 612-330-1707.
Staff Length of Service Awards—Check list
submitted by stepkad@augsburg.edu
Thursday, March 8th Augsburg staff who celebrated a work anniversary of 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, or 35 years from 3/1/17 through 2/28/18 will be recognized at the Staff Appreciation Event from 2-4 p.m. in Hoversten Chapel. All staff are invited to join us in celebrating these milestones as well as the nominees for the Outstanding Staff Awards.
If anyone on this list has corrections or if you feel you should be included, please email staffsenate@augsburg.edu.
LENGTH OF SERVICE AWARDS
5–Lueth, Erica
5–Massich, Bryan
5–Riddle, Heather
5–Denbel, Birhane
5–Fulford, Shonna
5–O’Brien, Kirsten
5–Lindahl, Laura
5–Mann, Joseph
5–Grauer, Jeffrey
10–Ridgle, David
10–Strom, Eric
10–Custer, Caren
10–Moulsoff, James
10–Scott, Douglas
10–Truax, Martha
10–Fox Wassink, Sheila
10–Isahaq, Kasidy
10–Simon, Jennifer
10–Hamilton, David
10–Richardson Blackwell, Kelsey
10–Erdman, Amanda
10–Morales, Janet
10–Collen, Jodi
10–Shropshire, Lucas
10–Bereda, Eleni
10–Jarsso, Petrose
10–Kampf, Carole
10–Bekuto, Feyissa
10–Sedoro, Mulugeta
10–Dida, Khadija
15–Johnson, Judith
15–Salmeri, Patrice
15–Gonzales, John
20–Hogan, Karen
20–Benson, Avis
20–Stoner Jr, Donald
20–Asmussen, Kevin
20–Green, Michael
20–Mata, Roberto
20–Madigan, Arlen
25–Tilton, Sandra
25–Peterson, Robert
30–Sticha, Cheryl
30–Lester, Mark
Thank you,
Staff Senate 2017-18
Yoga @ Augsburg
submitted by lamberte@augsburg.edu
Good Morning! I will be teaching yoga at Augsburg this semester. Please join us on Wednesdays from 12:15 pm- 1:00 pm in the Racquetball Court (Si-Melby 130). This class will take place every Wednesday until the end of the semester.
We will practice flowing breath to movement, staying in the present moment, and challenging our bodies through different poses during this 45 minute yoga practice. Mats will be available if you do not have your own mat. Open to all students, staff, faculty, and any others part of the Augsburg community. Please e-mail me if you have any questions at lamberte@augsburg.edu.
Career Hours Quick Stop
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: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Wednesdays and Thursdays: 2:30 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Strommen Center for Meaningful Work
Morning Chapel: Mindful Monday
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Join us in the chapel today at 10:40 am for Mindful Monday with Jermaine Nelson – Stress Management for All. Jermaine is a local yoga instructor and health and fitness specialist. In Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center.
College Possible is Accepting Applications
submitted by koinesa@augsburg.edu
College Possible supports low-income students with college success through 1:1 coaching on academics, financial aid, and personal development. Our hope is that students apply as soon as possible so that they will be ready to go for the semester.
Students interested in applying must be Pell grant or Dream Act eligible. In order to apply, they can use the attached link and drop by the College Possible desk (located on the 2nd floor of the Lindell library) to fill out release forms. The application process will only take around 10 minutes!
Let me know if you or any interested students have any questions.
Film Student Screens at Miami International Science Fiction Festival
submitted by trann@augsburg.edu
Congrats to Lukas Olson who screened his short documentary “Fundamental Frequencies” at the Miami International Science Fiction Festival. You can watch film by clicking the link.
Denmark & Iceland: Summer study abroad program
submitted by yangss1@augsburg.edu
Study abroad for two weeks in summer 2018:
THE DARK SIDE OF THE HAPPY CITY IN DENMARK & ICELAND
Courses: ENL 270 or ENL 395, AND SOC 111/URB 111, or SOC 295/URB 295 The program also fulfills Augsburg Experience
In this program, students will have the opportunity to learn about two amazing cities: Reykjavik and Copenhagen and earn 8 credits at the same time! This two-course Augsburg Abroad experience explores the relationship between city and text; it is an interdisciplinary celebration of cities, with Reykjavik and Copenhagen and their environs as the sites of the celebration. Students will access the artistic heart of the city by immersing themselves in the real-life locations of Hamlet, Copenhagen Noir, and major films. Simultaneously, they will tour Copenhagen (often via bike and public transport) to learn why it is a mecca of urban sustainability and livability with some of the most inspired public spaces in the world. The program will also include a one-night stopover in Iceland, where students can explore Icelandic community life, explore its Viking history and storytelling (sagas).
Applications are due on January 31.
Students eligible for Summer Pell Grants can apply their summer funds to this program!
Email abroad@augsburg.edu, or come and talk to the Study Abroad/Away Office for more details! We are located in Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center.
Study Abroad & Away Fair – Feb 16
submitted by yangss1@augsburg.edu
Come learn about hundreds of off-campus study programs available to Auggies! Programs are around the world as well as the USA, and range in length from 8 days to a whole year. There is something to fit each student!
Grab some refreshments, pick up program brochures, ask questions, and discover global opportunities that are perfect for you! Don’t forget to enter the prize drawing, too! Join us:
Friday, February 16, 2018, 10:00 – 2:30, Christensen Center
Campus Cupboard Hours
submitted by nguyenj@augsburg.edu
Campus Cuoboard is open for all students! Come in to check out what grocery items we have stocked. Here are the hours for this week:
Monday- 10:30am-11:30am and 3:30pm-4:30pm
Tuesday- 9am-1:30pm
Wednesday- 9:30am-11am and 12:30pm-3pm
Thursday- 1pm-3pm
Friday- 9:30am-12:30pm
Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me at nguyenj@augsburg.edu with questions or comments.
Have a great week!
Valleyfair Auditions at Augsburg
submitted by brauer@augsburg.edu
Augsburg University
Sateren Auditorium
Wednesday, February 7th 2018
5:00pm—10:00pm
Please send an email to LiveE@valleyfair.com to sign up for an audition slot
If you would like to be considered for multiple positions, please specify in your email.
If you cannot attend the auditions, video submissions will be considered! Please send headshot, resume and audition video submission to LiveE@valleyfair.com.
Check out the short Video for more information about working in the Entertainment Department at Valleyfair Amusement Park!
Contact:
Justine Bergevin
Entertainment Manager
Valleyfair Amusement Park
952-496-5341
Bottled water alternatives for visitors
submitted by greena@augsburg.edu
It’s almost Feb. 1! Are you ready for the next phase of our bottled water policy?
If you regularly provide campus visitors with bottled water, consider using/adapting the following language to alert visitors of this change before they come to campus:
Augsburg University is phasing out bottled water on campus in order to reduce waste and greenhouse gas emissions and support the provision of water as a human right and not a commodity. While on campus, you will have access to clean Minneapolis tap water. If you are not able to bring your own water bottle to campus, please let us know if we can provide you with a glass/cup to use and return or with a reusable water bottle to use and keep. We appreciate your support as we #LoveLocalWater together!
The student Environmental Action Committee may have funds to support your efforts!
Paid Fellowship for Trip to Holocaust Museum in Washington D.C.
submitted by berggg@augsburg.edu
The MINNE Holocaust Fellows program annually selects college students to participate in a fully-paid, one-day trip to the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington D.C. to acquire a more in-depth knowledge of the Holocaust. Fellows tour the permanent exhibits and featured exhibits, as well as meet with a museum representative. Awards come through the MINNE Fund of the Minneapolis Jewish Federation, who has chosen Augsburg to be one of the select few universities to participate in the program. Multiple Augsburg students were selected last year for the trip.
The 2018 trip will take place on April 24th. Applications are due on February 28th and can be found at http://jewishminneapolis.org/minne/. If you would like to learn more about the program or would like advising on the application, please contact the URGO office at urgo@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1446.
Eligibility:
– U.S. Citizen
– Full-time student
– At least a sophomore and cannot be graduating before Spring 2019
– 3.0 GPA or higher
Get Paid to Learn This Summer
submitted by berggg@augsburg.edu
Are you looking for a paid summer research opportunity here on campus? URGO applications for 2018 summer research are now available on the URGO website at http://www.augsburg.edu/urgo/. All fields of study welcome!
We have multiple summer opportunities available for students.
URGO SUMMER RESEARCH PROGRAM
The URGO Summer Research Program is an 11-week, on-campus program where students are funded to conduct research with a faculty mentor. Students receive support throughout the research process from their faculty mentor, a Speaker Series, and weekly seminars with fellow researchers. URGO provides full-time summer researchers (400 hours) with a $4,000 stipend and housing discount while half-time researchers (200 hours) receive a $2,000 stipend. The program runs from May 14th – July 27th.
URGO SUMMER RESEARCH ASSISTANT SHIPS
URGO also provides funding for students to work for a professor as a research assistant on an ongoing research project. This is a 100-hour commitment over the course of the summer and comes with a $1,000 stipend. This is an excellent opportunity to try out research for the first time or focus on a specific aspect of a research project.
Phase 1 of the applications are due February 1st, so start talking with your faculty now to learn about what research is going on in your department!
Faculty: How URGO Can Support Your Research
submitted by berggg@augsburg.edu
URGO’s summer research program is designed to both enhance undergraduate student learning and support faculty research here on campus. Faculty are the driving force behind the research program, and we want it to be as beneficial to you as possible.
Some of you may have already been approached by students who would like to do summer research through URGO. We encourage you to think about how these students might support your own research agenda. While some advanced students might have a project in mind, we have found that students benefit the most from working within a faculty member’s area of expertise.
While summer is the perfect time to push research projects ahead, we know all too well how quickly the time goes. We have research grants for 400, 200, and 100 student research hours that are designed to provide you with the optimal amount of student research support needed for your project. The 100-hour research assistantship, for example, is a particularly good fit if you have needs for data entry, transcription, or literature review.
To learn more about URGO summer research and working with a student, visit the “on-campus research” page on the URGO website: http://www.augsburg.edu/urgo
Phase 1 of summer research applications are due February 1st, with complete proposals due February 22nd.
Auggies Networking Experience – Explore. Experience. Evolve.
submitted by silversa@augsburg.edu
Tuesday, February 6, 2018
5:30-8:00 p.m.
Foss Center (FREE and open to all majors and students, & alumni)
Food, beverages and free headshots provided.
Spend an evening networking with students and alumni from various industries. This is a great opportunity to practice networking skills with alumni as they share their career insights and stories with students. Alumni are also able to reconnect with their peers. Attending events like this will benefit you by building relationships that can help you professionally now and in the future.
New this Year – Mock Interviews offered during the event! Please signup by emailing your name, major, career interest, and year to alumniassistants@augsburg.edu. You will then be assigned a time for a 10-15 minute interview with an alumni. Space is limited with only 12 spots available on a first to email first serve basis.
For those alumni who want more time to network with their peers, we welcome you to gather at the Republic at Seven Corners after the event.
Alumni (even if employed by Augsburg) please register at:
Students click on the Join Event button in Handshake to register.
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Focused Conversations: Tomorrow and Wednesday
submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu
The Focused Conversations on diversity are tomorrow and Wednesday. The sessions will features guest speaker Eve Fine, an associate scientist at the Women in Science & Engineering Leadership Institute at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the author of “Searching for Excellence and Diversity: A Guide for Search Committee Chairs.” Fine will present her findings from the Augsburg University Fall 2017 Faculty Hiring Review Project.
Tuesday’s session is at 2 p.m. and will be livestreamed. Wednesday’s session is at 11 a.m. Both sessions are in Oren 100.
Take Control of Your Health: Register Now for January Biometrics Health Screening
submitted by peterlin@augsburg.edu
To kick off Augsburg Total Wellness for 2018, Augsburg Faculty and Staff will have the opportunity to participate in an on-site health screening event that will include a fasting biometric test. On-campus screenings will be held from January 30th through February 1st, in East Commons, Christensen Center.
To register for the Health Screening check out the emailed registration link in the email titled–Take Control of Your Health: REGISTER NOW for January Biometrics Health Screening!
Please note that you will need to fast 8-10 hours prior to your appointment. The health screen includes: total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, triglycerides, glucose, blood pressure and BMI.
Participation in the biometrics health screen is free, confidential, and entirely voluntary. Registration is required. All faculty and staff enrolled in the HDHP, who complete the health screening, will be eligible to receive a $50 HSA contribution. Those not eligible for an HSA contribution will be entered into a separate prize drawing.
Contact Nicole at peterlin@augsburg.edu or x. 1602 for any questions.
Legal Research Database @ Lindell
submitted by holleric@augsburg.edu
Lindell Library has a trial subscription to a new legal research database known as HeinOnline. Use HeinOnline to access thousands of journal articles, US congressional documents, presidential papers, Supreme Court opinions, federal agency documents, and specialized legal resources such as:
Religion and the Law – materials on the development, history, organization, fundamental principles, and legal foundations of various world religions.
Women and the Law – books, biographies and periodicals on the role of women in society and the law over the past 200 years.
Slavery in America and the World – essential legal materials on slavery in the United States and the English-speaking world, including every statute passed by every colony and state, every federal statute, and all state and federal cases pertaining to slavery.
Try HeinOnline at http://library.augsburg.edu/hein, or email a librarian for more information at refdesk@augsburg.edu.
Apply for 2018-2019 Public Leadership Scholars Programs
submitted by warnbers@augsburg.edu
CURRENT SOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS:
Want to engage in leadership, service, and learning to make a difference at Augsburg and in the wider community?
Apply to be in one of Augsburg’s 3 Public Leadership Scholar Programs:Christensen Scholars, Interfaith Scholars, or Sabo Scholars.
In any one of the programs you will have the opportunity to participate in a yearlong academic seminar with a cohort of your peers. You will contribute to public leadership on campus and in the wider community in either the Christian tradition, interfaith engagement, or civic life. You will also be able to earn 4 upper division semester credits in the Religion or Political Science along with receiving a $2,000 scholarship.
Current sophomores and juniors who plan to study on campus all of the 2017-18 academic year are eligible to apply.
APPLYING: The application for all three programs is available online through Sabo or CCV website, listed below.
Christensen Scholars: http://www.augsburg.edu/ccv/christensen-scholars-program/
Interfaith Scholars: http://www.augsburg.edu/ccv/interfaith-scholars-program/
Sabo Scholars: http://www.augsburg.edu/sabo/what-we-do/sabo-scholars/
The application deadline is Monday, February 19th, 2018
Questions? Contact either the Christensen Center for Vocation at ccv@augsburg.edu, 612-330-1403 or the Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship at sabocenter@augsburg.edu
Alternative Spring Break Trip 2018
submitted by warnbers@augsburg.edu
Greetings from Campus Ministry (CM) and the Christensen Center for Vocation (CCV)!
We are writing to inform you of a wonderful service opportunity coming up! During Spring Break this year, March 10th – 17th, we will be traveling to Laredo, Texas with Habitat for Humanity for Alternative Spring Break. This trip is a great chance for students to travel during spring break while also making a positive difference in the Laredo community. The cost is $250 and includes lodging, transportation, and most meals. A $100 deposit is due at registration to secure your spot. Registration is between January 8th and February 2nd.
Like us on Facebook “Augsburg Alternative Spring Break”
and Follow us on Twitter @AuggieSpringBrk
If you have any questions or concerns feel free to contact Sophie Warnberg at warnbers@augsburg.edu
Blessings,
Campus Ministry and the Christensen Center for Vocation
http://web.augsburg.edu/campusministry/ASB2018_Registration.pdf
Summer 2018 Job Opportunity
submitted by warnbers@augsburg.edu
Looking for a memorable job opportunity this summer? Consider applying to be an Augsburg College Youth Theology Institute (AYTI) Mentor!
We are looking for SEVEN current students to serve as mentors for this summer’s Youth Theology Institute (AYTI). http://www.augsburg.edu/acti/
The Augsburg Youth Theology Institute (AYTI) is a week-long experience for high school students to critically engage in theological inquiry and faith exploration on the campus of the college. Classroom learning, worship opportunities, urban exposure, and community building are all components of the program.
An AYTI Mentor serves a vital role in the Youth Theology Institute by helping to implement programs and cultivate community as faith leaders working with the high school youth participants. Mentors need to complete ~22 hours of training in March and April and be totally available the entire week of July 7-13, 2018.
Interested in applying? Visit the Human Resources employment web page.
Have any questions? Contact Lonna Field at ccv@augsburg.edu
Brought to you by: Christensen Center for Vocation, Campus Ministry, and Theology and Public Leadership
Apply to College Possible
submitted by koinesa@augsburg.edu
College Possible supports low-income students with college success through 1:1 coaching on academics, financial aid, and personal development. Our hope is that students apply as soon as possible so that they will be ready to go for the semester.
Students interested in applying must be Pell grant or Dream Act eligible. In order to apply, they can use the attached link and drop by the College Possible desk (located on the 2nd floor of the Lindell library) to fill out release forms. The application process will only take around 10 minutes!
Let me know if you or any interested students have any questions.
Parking Lot Closures 1/27/18
submitted by erchula@augsburg.edu
Lots A, D, C and G will be closed on Saturday 1/27/18 for the Hagfors Center Grand Opening. Any vehicles left in the lots may be subject to towing at the owner’s expense. Ticketing will be suspended for anyone with a valid Augsburg permit on Saturday 1/27, and they will be able to park in any other lot on campus (B, J, K, or L).
Community Connections Conference 2018
submitted by mcconnek@augsburg.edu
The Community Connections Conference is a city-wide event hosted annually by the Neighborhood and Community Relations Department. Join community members, non-profits, City departments and elected officials to share ideas and develop strategies to create and impact change as a community.
This year’s conference theme is Aspire. Collaborate. Transform.
Aspire: Creating outcomes through capturing your ideas, ambitions and visions of what the city can become.
Collaborate: Coming together to develop strategies to achieve these outcomes.
Transform: Creating and impacting change as a community.
The overall goal of the conference is to build diversity and capacity of neighborhood organizations and community organizations by providing new and innovative ideas through collaboration and participation. The conference includes:
Engaging speakers
Interactive workshops
Complimentary lunch
Community exhibitors
Accessibility and Inclusion
Your participation in the Community Connections Conference is greatly encouraged. The Neighborhood and Community Relations Department is committed to providing a rich, accessible and inclusionary experience. On-site captioning and interpreters for American Sign, Spanish, Somali, Hmong and Oromo are available throughout the day.
The Minneapolis Convention Center offers information on locations of accessible entrances, restrooms and transportation. Learn more at Minneapolis Convention Center and Accessibility.
For further reasonable accommodations or alternative formats please contact the Neighborhood and Community Relations Department at 612-554-1959 or ncr@minneapolismn.gov. People who are deaf or hard of hearing can use a relay service to call 311 at 612-673-3000. TTY users can call 612-673-2157.
Please submit your request by January 31.
Sat, February 10, 2018
8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/community-connections-conference-2018-tickets-41218142574
Bottled water: resources for campus visitors
submitted by greena@augsburg.edu
It’s almost Feb. 1! Are you ready for the next phase of our bottled water policy?
If you regularly provide campus visitors with bottled water, consider using/adapting the following language to alert visitors of this change before they come to campus:
Augsburg University is phasing out bottled water on campus in order to reduce waste and greenhouse gas emissions and support the provision of water as a human right and not a commodity. While on campus, you will have access to clean Minneapolis tap water. If you are not able to bring your own water bottle to campus, please let us know if we can provide you with a glass/cup to use and return or with a reusable water bottle to use and keep. We appreciate your support as we #LoveLocalWater together!
The student Environmental Action Committee may have funds to support your efforts!
Focused Conversation on Diversity
submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu
The Focused Conversation next week features guest speaker Eve Fine, an associate scientist at the Women in Science & Engineering Leadership Institute at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the author of “Searching for Excellence and Diversity: A Guide for Search Committee Chairs.” Fine will present her findings from the Augsburg University Fall 2017 Faculty Hiring Review Project.
The sessions are Tuesday, January 30, at 2 p.m. and Wednesday, January 31, at 11 a.m. in Oren 100. The January 30 session will be livestreamed. See the Inside Augsburg calendar or All Hands schedule to add a session to your calendar.
Come join us at the new kitchen in Hagfors Center for the food maker workshop
submitted by ahmedl@augsburg.edu
Excited to see the new kitchen at Hagfors center? Please come join us for the food maker workshop to have fun with your friends while learning how to make food!
When: January 27th at 2:30p.
Where: Hagfors Center 108
Hope to see you there!
Census 2020 Event Feb. 7th 4-6pm
submitted by mcdaniem@augsburg.edu
What: Join the Tom SenGupta Forum and the Sabo Center for a panel discussion on the 2020 Census and what it means for Minnesota.
When: Wednesday February 7th from 4-6pm
Where: Marshall Room in the Christensen Center
The panelists will include:
Marcia Avner (Moderator), Consultant to MN Council on Foundations
Susan Brower, MN State Demographer
Joan Naymark, Minnesotans for the American Community Survey
Bob Tracy, Policy & Communications Director at MN Council on Foundations
MN Private College Job & Internship Fair
submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu
For the 42nd year, Minnesota’s Private Colleges will host the annual JOB AND INTERNSHIP FAIR on Tuesday, February 27 at the Minneapolis Convention Center. This fair stands out as one of the premier college/employer partnerships in the country. The exhibit hall is open from 9:00 a.m .- 2:00 p.m. (You can stay for as long as you are able)
Why attend the fair?
Explore opportunities in a variety of industries and majors.
Chat with more than 260 employers – all under one roof!
Open to undergraduate students (sophomores, juniors, and seniors) from the Minnesota Private Colleges.
Get your free professional LinkedIn Photo taken at the fair!
Learn more about the fair and who will be attending: http://mnpcfair.org/
REGISTER & PAY THE $12 FEE in Handshake
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Path to Power: Political Strategy Meetings
submitted by svanoe@augsburg.edu
Do you want to build power towards a Minnesota that reflects your values? Come learn about a path towards building a powerful base of Minnesotans who will hold our next elected officials accountable to an agenda that prioritizes the well-being of all of our communities!
WHEN: Friday 12-1pm
WHERE: Sabo Center (basement of Anderson)
Hosted by: Sabo Center staff in partnership w/ ISAIAH MN
If you have questions or cannot attend and still want to be involved, please contact Rachel Svanoe (svanoe@augsburg.edu).
Michael Grewe, LGBTQIA+ Director conference presentation
submitted by garvey@augsburg.edu
Michael Grewe, LGBTQIA+ Director, is presenting at the Creating Change Institute, held Jan. 24-28, 2018. This year’s conference is partnering with the National LGBTQ Task Force to provide 19 day-long Institutes as part of the overall conference. Michael and colleagues are presenting The Allyship Institute, focused on those interested in ways to engage in allyship with LGBTQIA+ communities, as well as being accomplices to interrupting and dismantling systems of oppression. Participants will consider how allies dedicated to the work of collective liberation movements can help create inclusive and accessible environments in the different positions where they live, work, and worship.
Summer Study Abroad Deadlines Approaching
submitted by yangss1@augsburg.edu
Applications for the following two summer 2018 short-term study abroad programs are due by Wednesday, January 31st!
-Denmark & Iceland: The Dark Side of the Happy City
-Interfaith Engagement in Palestine & Israel
Finish your application soon! Come and talk to the Study Abroad/Away Office for more details! We are located in Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center.
Auggie Networking Experience – Explore.Experience.Evolve
submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu
Tuesday, February 6, 2018
5:30-8:00 p.m.
Foss Center (FREE and open to all majors and students, & alumni)
Food, beverages and free headshots provided.
Spend an evening networking with students and alumni from various industries. This is a great opportunity to practice networking skills with alumni as they share their career insights and stories with students. Attending events like this will benefit you by building relationships that can help you professionally now and in the future.
New this Year – Mock Interviews offered during the event! Please signup by emailing your name, major, career interest, and year to alumniassistants@augsburg.edu. You will then be assigned a time for a 10-15 minute interview with an alumni. Space is limited with only 12 spots available on a first to email first serve basis.
Students click on the Join Event button in Handshake to register.
Morning Chapel: MSA Reflections
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Come to chapel this morning at 11:30 am to hear students from the Muslim Student Association reflect on their recent trip to Chicago for a Muslim student conference and Quran Competition. Ismail Said ’19, Domo Mohamed ’20, and Shamsa Ahmed ’21 will share about their experience. Hoversten Chapel.