Category: Event Announcements

West Bank Greener and Cleaner-Earth Day Celebrations

submitted by truem@augsburg.edu

West Bank Clean-up: Friday and Saturday, April 21 – 22nd, 10am-12pm

In 2017 we’re focusing on making the West Bank greener *and* cleaner, and what better weekend to celebrate that than Earth Day weekend?! Stop by our table April 21 or 22, from 10am-12pm. In addition to tasty snacks, we’ll have information about garbage and recycling can adoption, neighborhood clean-ups, and graffiti removal. We’ll also be distributing graffiti removal kits and supplies and will have sign-up sheets for hosted clean-ups.

Help us reach our targets! Our goals this year are: 5 more adopted trash cans, 10 *NEW* recycling cans, and 5 extra clean-ups.

Stop by for more information, to sign up, OR to pick up supplies for your earth day cleanup activities!

We’ll be hosting a table out on the Cedar Cultural Center’s Plaza.
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Neighborhood Clean-ups: Saturday, April 22

Riverside Park 9:00am-11:30am (2820 S 8th St.)
Bluff Street Park 9:30am-12:00am (1 20th Ave S.)
Currie Park 1:00pm-3:00pm (500 15th Ave S.)

Lots of our neighborhood youth are volunteering for clean-ups, washing windows, and more! Following the clean-up activities, we will be hosting a dinner for volunteers. If you’d like to donate food or funds to help support recognition, please contact Coach Weber – jweber@crcs-school.org.

And happy Earth Day!!!

Honduran Writer and Singer On Campus Today

submitted by truem@augsburg.edu

Event featuring 2 amazing artists from Honduras… Melissa Cardoza and Karla Lara.

Friday, April 21st 1:50pm-3:00pm, Foss Studio

Melissa Cardoza’s book “13 Colors of the Honduran Resistance” tells 13 stories of women who joined the resistance to the U.S. backed 2009 coup d’etat. Melissa is a fearless Afro-indigenous journalist, poet, writer, and feminist organizer from Honduras.

Melissa will be touring with her fellow member of the Honduran Red de Defensoras (or network of women rights defenders) and beloved jazz/folk protest singer Karla Lara, who appears in one of the book’s stories and has been an icon and sharp voice for the resistance. Both of the women were close friends of Berta Cáceres, the Honduran indigenous leader and organizer of COPINH, who was assassinated for her work in defense of the Lenca people and against patriarchy, capitalism, and racism. This book and this tour are dedicated to Berta.

Here is an excerpt of the book’s review by Black Lives Matter co-founder Alicia Garza:
“13 Colors of the Honduran Resistance by Melissa Cardoza is a must read for anyone who wants to learn about the many contours of Honduran feminists fighting for self-determination and dignity. These stories of bravery, of struggle and pain, and ultimately of a resilience rooted in a love for freedom will grip your heart. Cardoza is brilliant in storytelling, and ensures that, in memory of our sister Berta Caceres, feminisms are three dimensional and span multiple experiences—trans, Black, elderly, and more. The lessons contained in these stories offer important reflections for all revolutionaries.”

Co-sponsored by the Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship

Celebration of Music and Community at Redeemer Lutheran

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Come celebrate community, diversity, and fantastic Gospel Music during the Celebration of Music and Community Potluck at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1800 Glenwood Ave., Minneapolis, on April 29 at 4 pm. The concert will feature the Bethel Lutheran Church Gospel Choir from Chicago, Dave Sherer AKA Agape, The Redeemer Music Team, and many more. There will be a delicious potluck and time of fellowship following the celebration. Please come, celebrate, bring a dish to share, and fellowship with us on April 29 at 4 pm. All are welcome, spread the word!

You’re Invited – Spring Brunch May 6th

submitted by waggoner@augsburg.edu

Please join us for the annual SPRING BRUNCH sponsored by the Augsburg Associates on Saturday, May 6, in Hoversten Chapel, beginning with registration at 9:30 a.m. The theme is Bon Voyage – Augsburg’s Alumni Travel Program. Katie Koch ’01, director of alumni and constituent relations, will share her experiences and photos from the recent trip to Germany, which celebrated the 500th Anniversary of the Lutheran Reformation, and will speak about the history of the travel program. Professor Kathy Swanson, who led the January 2017 trip to Thailand and Cambodia, will highlight her travel stories and photos. The cost of this event is $30 per person. There is also an opportunity to sponsor a student for $30. Friends, family, and all Augsburg alumni welcome! Registration deadline is April 24. Register now at augsburg.edu/alumni/events or call Becky at 612-330-1085 with your credit card information.

The Screen and The Female Gaze

submitted by nikpay@augsburg.edu

Saturday: June 17, 9 am to 6 pm
Instructor: Jila Nikpay
IFP/MN
In this class designed for women of all backgrounds and communities, we turn to female directors such as Lynne Ramsay, Jane Campion, and Claire Denis for inspiration in visual storytelling.

Course includes: screening of scenes and learning how the meaning is constructed through film language, generating ideas for short scenes, creating a shot list, principal photography, and editing.

http://ifpmn.org/event/the-screen-the-female-gaze-2/

Student Receives Prestigious Boren Award

submitted by shafer@augsburg.edu

Jubilee Prosser received the 2017 Boren Scholarship, $8,000 for summer language and cultural study in Tanzania. Jubilee is our first recipient ever (or at least for many years). Boren Scholarships provide unique funding opportunities for U.S. undergraduate students to study less commonly taught languages in world regions critical to U.S. interests and underrepresented in study abroad.

Jubilee is double majoring in biology and environmental studies while minoring in political science. A Presidential Scholar and Honors Program Participant, she also conducted URGO summer research with Dr. Emily Schilling, completed the River Semester and a 4-month study abroad experience in Kenya. Her long-term plans are to earn a Master’s of Public Health degree in epidemiology or environmental health. Because of her long-term goals, Jubilee has decided to turn down the Boren award to conduct research with epidemiologist Mark Travers at the Roswell Park Institute for Cancer Research in Buffalo, New York this summer. She is considering applying for Boren again at the graduate level.

Boren has opportunities for semester ($10,000) to one year ($20,000) study abroad experiences for undergraduate and graduate students, as well as the shorter summer experience for STEM undergraduates. Boren Scholars represent a vital pool of highly motivated individuals who wish to work in the federal national security arena. In exchange for funding, Boren Scholars commit to working in the federal government for at least one year after graduation.

If you are interested in learning more about Boren talk to one of our Boren Campus Representatives: (1) Andrea Dvorak, Assistant Director of Off-Campus Study, Center for Global Education and Experience or (2), Dixie Shafer, Director of Undergraduate Research and Graduate Opportunity (URGO). You should also visit http://www.borenawards.org.

Epic Stress Less Fest Tonight

submitted by detloff@augsburg.edu

It’s the last week of classes and next week is finals week. Please join the EPIC peer health educators for an evening of stress relief for our Stress Less Fest. Come to the student lounge Thursday 4/20 from 6:30 – 8 p.m. to get information and stress relief tips including free chair massages, coloring, aromatherapy, therapy dogs, Active Minds and more. There will also be a drawing for prizes for those who attend. After the stress less fest head up for some yoga in East Commons starting at 9 p.m.

Free Japanese Taiko Drumming Concert – April 29

submitted by stoddard@augsburg.edu

Mu Performing Arts will host the first Minnesota Taiko Drumming Festival on April 28 & 29 at the Guthrie Theater. FREE mini-concerts, workshops, and family activities will be open to the public from 1-5 p.m. on Saturday, April 29.

In addition, a ticketed performance will be held at 7pm on Friday and Staurday, April 28 & 29, with $20 student tickets.

Come experience the excitement and power of Japanese taiko drumming!

Get more Taiko Festival Information

Audition for the 2017-2018 Augsburg Choir

submitted by brauer@augsburg.edu

Auditions for the 2017-2018 Augsburg Choir will be held in the Music Building (Choir Room – M3) on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, April 24, 25 and 26.

HISTORY: The choir, now in its 84th year, is one of Augsburg’s oldest ongoing organizations. For the past 37 years it has been the anchor ensemble of the college’s Advent Vespers which is attended by some 8000 people each year.

THIS NEXT YEAR: Mark Sedio (’76) will continue as conductor for this forthcoming academic year. In addition to his role at Augsburg, Sedio is Cantor (Director of Music) at Central Lutheran Church in downtown Minneapolis. He is a widely published composer, choral and organ clinician, stand-up comedian, teacher and a specialist in multi-cultural/world music. This forthcoming year the choir will not only focus on choral repertoire from Europe (i.e. Iceland, Slovakia, Germany, Estonia), the United States and Latin America – but will partner with the National Lutheran Choir and Palestinian ethnomusicologist Zafer Tawil for a program highlighting music of the Middle East and North Africa.

SCHEDULE: The Augsburg Choir meets Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:30 to 6:00 (usually 5:40 to accommodate evening classes).

WHO? YOU! Membership in the choir (by audition) is open to ANY and ALL Augsburg undergraduate students – regardless of discipline/major. Over the years we’ve worked out schedules to include those involved in athletics (football, soccer, lacrosse) and theater.

HOW? Sign-up sheets for auditions will be available at the CHOIR DESK in Christensen Hall (10:30 to 11:30) and will then be posted outside the choir room in the music building. No preparation necessary.

Audition Schedule:
Monday, April 24, 3:45 to 4:45
Tuesday, April 25, 4:00 to 5:45
Wednesday, April 26, 3:45 to 4:45

If you have questions – please contact Mark Sedio at Sedio@augsburg.edu.

Earth Day Neighborhood Clean-Ups

submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu

In celebration of Earth Day there will be several neighborhood clean-ups taking place around Augsburg on Saturday, April 22. In the Seward Neighborhood, a clean-up along Franklin Avenue and the I-94 frontage road will be happening from 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Meet at the Franklin Housing Co-op at 2300 Franklin Ave. There will be three community clean-ups taking place in the Cedar Riverside neighborhood: Riverside Park (9:00 – 11:00 a.m.; 2820 S. 8th Street); Bluff Street Park (9:30 a.m.- 12 p.m.; 1 20th Ave. S.); and Currie Park (1 p.m. – 3 p.m.; 500 15th Ave. S.). Bags, gloves, and other supplies will be provided.

StepUP Graduation – April 28th

submitted by rodmanl@augsburg.edu

At this year’s StepUP Graduation Ceremony, we will honor the more than twenty incredible StepUP Program students who are graduating from the program or from the college this year. Their mentorship, friendship, and leadership has enriched the StepUP community, and the broader Augsburg College and Twin Cities communities as well. They are truly living examples of StepUP’s mission of championing lives of recovery. Please join us in celebrating their achievements.

Friday, April 28, 1 p.m.
Sateren Auditorium

Morning Chapel: Emma Blom ’17

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Come to chapel at 11:30 a.m. for Senior Chapel with Emma Blom ’17. Music by Handel featuring Lauren Capps, soprano and Kaylie Johnson (’17) trumpet

Upcoming:
Friday, April 21 at 10:40 a.m.: Come and celebrate Earth Day and the last day of classes! Musicians include Ray Makeever (flute), the Augsburg Choir, Riverside Singers and Cedar Singers.

More Info

Murphy Square Issue 42 Launch Party

submitted by bensongg@augsburg.edu

Come celebrate the authors and artists featured in this year’s edition of Murphy Square, Augsburg’s literary magazine! Come pick up a copy, meet the authors, artists, and editors! Food and refreshments will be served. Launch party takes place in Oren Gateway Center 100 from 6:00-8:30 p.m. on Friday April 21, 2017. All are welcome.

Murphy Square Facebook Page

Morning Chapel: Hannah Thiry ’17

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Come to chapel at 10:40am to see Hannah Thiry’s senior chapel and the Borodin String Quartet featuring Erika Parvi, Kristina Krasnokutski, Dr. Reinaldo Moya, and Michael Obert. Hoversten Chapel in Foss Center. All are welcome.

Upcoming:
• Thursday, April 20 at 11:30 a.m.: Senior Chapel with Emma Blom ’17. Music by Handel featuring Lauren Capps, soprano and Kaylie Johnson (’17) trumpet
• Friday, April 21 at 10:40 a.m.: Come and celebrate Earth Day and the last day of classes! Musicians include Ray Makeever (flute), the Augsburg Choir, Riverside Singers and Cedar Singers.

More info

FREE Screening of the Movie “Tickling Giants” in Sateren Hall

submitted by hansone@augsburg.edu

Please join the Augsburg College Social Work Department and Pan African Services Committee on Wednesday, April 19th for a special screening of Tickling Giants. The screening will be held in Sateren Hall Auditorium on the Augsburg College campus and will start at 7:30pm.

Seating is limited. Register to guarantee a spot: https://ticklinggiants-augsburg.eventbrite.com

This event is free and open to the public.

Watch the trailer: http://bit.ly/2hSoBHe

About the film:

In the midst of the Egyptian Arab Spring, Bassem Youssef creates the satirical show, “Al Bernameg,” which quickly becomes the most viewed television program in the Middle East, with 30 million viewers per episode. But, in a country where free speech is not settled law, his show becomes as controversial as it is popular. Despite increasing danger, Bassem employs comedy, not violence, to comment on hypocrisy in media, politics, and religion. Tickling Giants follows the “Al Bernameg” team as they discover democracy is not easily won.

http://www.ticklinggiants-augsburg.eventbrite.com

Register Today for the People of Color Career Fair

submitted by eusticeg@augsburg.edu

Register today for the People of Color Career Fair on Thursday, April 27 at the Minneapolis Convention Center, and then stop by the Strommen Center to have your resume reviewed in advance of the fair. Make an appointment with a career counselor or stop by during Career QuickStop between 3-4:30 PM on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Target, US Bank, Hennepin County and many other top employers will be at the fair. The fair is requesting that you submit your resume so they can send it to employers in advance.

Email your resume to info@peopleofcolorcareerfair.com and receive a free professional headshot on site at the Career Fair.

There are no fees associated with the fair.

Download a free pass for a bus or train ride from Metro Transit at www.peopleofcolorcareerfair.com

People of Color Career Fair (April 27)

Honduran Visitors Perform This Friday

submitted by truem@augsburg.edu

Event featuring 2 amazing artists from Honduras… Melissa Cardoza and Karla Lara.

Friday, April 21st 1:50pm-3:00pm, Foss Studio

Melissa Cardoza’s book 13 Colors of the Honduran Resistance tells thirteen stories of women who joined the resistance to the U.S. backed 2009 coup d’etat. Melissa is an an afro-indigenous fearless journalist, poet, writer, and feminist organizer from Honduras.

Melissa will be touring with her fellow member of the Honduran Red de Defensoras or network of women rights defenders and beloved jazz/folk protest singer Karla Lara, who appears in one of the book’s stories and has been an icon and sharp voice for the resistance. Both of the women were close friends of Berta Cáceres, the Honduran indigenous leader and organizer of COPINH who was assassinated for her work in defense of the Lenca people and against patriarchy, capitalism and racism. This book and this tour are dedicated to Berta.

Review of the book by Black Lives Matter co-founder Alicia Garza:
“13 Colors of the Honduran Resistance by Melissa Cardoza is a must read for anyone who wants to learn about the many contours of Honduran feminists fighting for self-determination and dignity. These stories of bravery, of struggle and pain, and ultimately of a resilience rooted in a love for freedom will grip your heart. Cardoza is brilliant in storytelling, and ensures that, in memory of our sister Berta Caceres, feminisms are three dimensional and span multiple experiences—trans, Black, elderly, and more. The lessons contained in these stories offer important reflections for all revolutionaries.”

Co-sponsored by the Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship
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Needed: Volunteers for Commencement

submitted by waggoner@augsburg.edu

Are you wanting to take part in Commencement as we send off our graduating seniors? Help with staffing Commencement! Annually we rely on staff, current students and alumni to assist with rehearsal as well as ushering and ticket taking at the ceremony for they strongly contribute to the success and smooth flow of the event. There is also the chance to see some of the ceremony with most ushering responsibilities.

Help is needed:
-Rehearsal: Thursday, April 27 from 4:00-6:45 p.m.
-Undergraduate Graduation: Saturday, April 29 from 8:00-11:30 a.m.
-Adult Day/Graduate Studies Graduation: Saturday, April 29 from 2:00-5:30 p.m. – extra help is really needed here!

Please sign up today by contacting Katie Radford at radford@augsburg.edu .

You’re Invited – Spring Brunch May 6

submitted by waggoner@augsburg.edu

Please join us for the annual SPRING BRUNCH sponsored by the Augsburg Associates on Saturday, May 6, in Hoversten Chapel, beginning with registration at 9:30 a.m. The theme is Bon Voyage – Augsburg’s Alumni Travel Program. Katie Koch ’01, director of alumni and constituent relations, will share her experiences and photos from the recent trip to Germany, which celebrated the 500th Anniversary of the Lutheran Reformation, and will speak about the history of the travel program. Professor Kathy Swanson, who led the January 2017 trip to Thailand and Cambodia, will highlight her travel stories and photos. The cost of this event is $30 per person. There is also an opportunity to sponsor a student for $30. Friends, family, and all Augsburg alumni welcome! Register now at augsburg.edu/alumni/events or call Becky at 612-330-1085 with your credit card information.

Morning Chapel: Augsburg Orchestra

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Come and enjoy musical performances by the Augsburg Orchestra. Senior Greg Lewis will preach. In Hoversten Chapel at 11:30 a.m.

Upcoming:
• Wednesday, April 19 at 10:40 a.m.: Senior Chapel with Hannah Thiry ‘17.  Borodin String Quartet featuring Erika Parvi, Kristina Krasnokutski, Dr. Reinaldo Moya, and Michael Obert.
• Thursday, April 20 at 11:30 a.m.: Senior Chapel with Emma Blom ’17. Music by Handel featuring Lauren Capps, soprano and Kaylie Johnson (’17) trumpet
• Friday, April 21 at 10:40 a.m.: Come and celebrate Earth Day and the last day of classes!  Musicians include Ray Makeever (flute), the Augsburg Choir, Riverside Singers and Cedar Singers.

More Info

How to Identify Racism Video & Discussion–Tonight

submitted by linersa@augsburg.edu

Tonight, join Students for Racial Justice for a showing of the documentary The Angry Eyes, which follows educator Jane Elliot’s social experiment to teach her students what racism is. The video will be followed by a guided discussion. Before the event, SRJ will hold a brief info session for students interested in joining the organization. Info at 5:30, video at 6 in OGC 201. Food will be available. All are welcome!

Share a #MaroonMilestone TODAY

submitted by swansonl@augsburg.edu

Auggies: Join us TODAY between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. by posting a 2016-17 #maroonmilestone on social media. Then sit back and wait for your reward. We will find you. We will caffeinate you. (Or sugar you up, whatever you prefer…you deserve it.)

Example tweet: “Sweet internship turned into a post-grad job! #maroonmilestone”

So, have fun with it, keep it real, pat yourself on the back, and inspire the world. Every one of your posts casts a vision of possibility for current Auggies and those to come! Thanks for inspiring us and thanks for sharing your life with your community!

*A #maroonmilestone can be shared via Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram.

Full details

Movie and discussion night: Precious

submitted by parenta@augsburg.edu

On Friday April 21st, join The Women’s Resource Center for a showing of Precious (2009), which follows an overweight, abused, illiterate teen who is pregnant with her second child is invited to enroll in an alternative school in hopes that her life can head in a new direction. The film will be followed by a guided discussion. Popcorn will be available. Join us from 4-6 in the Student Lounge. All are welcome!

Feedback on Asst Provost for Global Education

submitted by devega@augsburg.edu

Please provide your feedback on the candidates:

Assistant Provost of Global Education & Experience

Karen Rodriguez, PhD – visits on 4/17 – survey closes 4/18
http://augsburg.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4Jbbhf8zmAS7M4B

Heidi Soneson, PhD – visits on 4/18 – survey closes 4/19
http://augsburg.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2cyQ13SFrNea2Z7

Patrick Mulvihill, MPA – visits on 4/19 – survey closes 4/20
http://augsburg.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5jsPRcPiwyH1wvr

You’re invited to Spring Brunch May 6

submitted by waggoner@augsburg.edu

Please join us for the annual SPRING BRUNCH sponsored by the Augsburg Associates on Saturday, May 6, in Hoversten Chapel, beginning with registration at 9:30 a.m. The theme is Bon Voyage – Augsburg’s Alumni Travel Program. Katie Koch ’01, director of alumni and constituent relations, will share her experiences and photos from the recent trip to Germany, which celebrated the 500th Anniversary of the Lutheran Reformation, and will speak about the history of the travel program. Professor Kathy Swanson, who led the January 2017 trip to Thailand and Cambodia, will highlight her travel stories and photos.
The cost of this event is $30 per person. There is also an opportunity to sponsor a student for $30. Friends, family, and all Augsburg alumni welcome! Register now at augsburg.edu/alumni/events or call Becky at 612-330-1085 with your credit card information.

Call for Student Hosts

submitted by mangana@augsburg.edu

The Nobel Peace Prize Forum is seeking students who can act as hosts for visiting students in the Fall of 2017. Students are asked to step forward as hosts to other college and university students who will be visiting the Twin Cities for the Forum from the 14th-16th of September.
If you know you are living on campus next Fall, then you would make a perfect host! Anderson, Luther, and Mortensen would make great spaces for visiting students to stay, but any on campus living area would be fantastic. We are looking for students who would be willing to help out and provide space for 2-3 nights.
As a host you will have the opportunity to get to know a student outside of Augsburg. It is a great experience that allows you to meet some new faces and contribute to the college’s rich academic community. By being a host you can get to know a student from another college or university and get to know more about other colleges and how they run. You will be the student’s best introduction to the city! If you want to gain a new connection and meet students from other colleges/universities, then this is perfect for you!

If you would like to be a student host, or have any questions about hosting please email or call!
612-330-1378

info@nobelpeaceprizeforum.org
or
mangana@augsburg.edu

Morning Chapel: Mindful Monday

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Join us this morning at 10:40am in Hoversten Chapel for for 20 minutes of relaxing yet invigorating breathing and stretching exercises led by Krista Costin ’08, a yoga and meditation instructor. Musical prelude and postlude by Mendelssohn, featuring Elizabeth Whalen (clarinet) and Oliver Konecny ’17 (bass clarinet).

Upcoming:
Tuesday, April 18 at 11:30am: Come and enjoy performances by the Augsburg Orchestra.  Senior Greg Lewis will preach.

Wednesday, April 19 at 10:40am: Senior Chapel with Hannah Thiry ‘17.  Borodin String Quartet featuring Erika Parvi, Kristina Krasnokutski, Dr. Reinaldo Moya, and Michael Obert.

Thursday, April 20 at 11:30am: Senior Chapel with Emma Blom ’17. Music by Handel featuring Lauren Capps, soprano and Kaylie Johnson (’17) trumpet.

Friday, April 21 at 10:40am: Come and celebrate Earth Day and the last day of classes!  Musicians include Ray Makeever (flute), the Augsburg Choir, Riverside Singers and Cedar Singers.

More Info

13 Colors of Resistance

submitted by truem@augsburg.edu

Event featuring 2 amazing artists from Honduras… Melissa Cardoza and Karla Lara.

Friday, April 21st 1:50pm-3:00pm, Foss Studio

Melissa Cardoza’s book 13 Colors of the Honduran Resistance tells thirteen stories of women who joined the resistance to the U.S. backed 2009 coup d’etat. Melissa is an an afro-indigenous fearless journalist, poet, writer, and feminist organizer from Honduras.

Melissa will be touring with her fellow member of the Honduran Red de Defensoras or network of women rights defenders and beloved jazz/folk protest singer Karla Lara, who appears in one of the book’s stories and has been an icon and sharp voice for the resistance. Both of the women were close friends of Berta Cáceres, the Honduran indigenous leader and organizer of COPINH who was assassinated for her work in defense of the Lenca people and against patriarchy, capitalism and racism. This book and this tour are dedicated to Berta.

Review of the book by Black Lives Matter co-founder Alicia Garza:
“13 Colors of the Honduran Resistance by Melissa Cardoza is a must read for anyone who wants to learn about the many contours of Honduran feminists fighting for self-determination and dignity. These stories of bravery, of struggle and pain, and ultimately of a resilience rooted in a love for freedom will grip your heart. Cardoza is brilliant in storytelling, and ensures that, in memory of our sister Berta Caceres, feminisms are three dimensional and span multiple experiences—trans, Black, elderly, and more. The lessons contained in these stories offer important reflections for all revolutionaries.”

Co-sponsored by the Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship

How to Identify Racism Video & Discussion

submitted by linersa@augsburg.edu

On Tuesday, April 18th, join Students for Racial Justice for a showing of the documentary The Angry Eyes, which follows educator Jane Elliot’s social experiment to teach her students what racism is. The video will be followed by a guided discussion. Before the event, SRJ will hold a brief info session for students interested in joining the organization. Info at 5:30, video at 6 in OGC 201. Food will be available. All are welcome!

Academy of American Poets Award Reading

submitted by green@augsburg.edu

All members of the campus community are invited to attend the Academy of American Poets Reading on Thursday, April 13, featuring Matt Rasmussen, winner of the Academy of American Poets Whitman Award and finalist for the National Book Award, and this year’s student winner of Augsburg’s John R. Mitchell Award.

Thursday, April 13
7:00p.m.
OGC 100

Read about featured poet Matt Rasmussen here

Medicare Info Session on April 18

submitted by peterlin@augsburg.edu

Augsburg Total Wellness is pleased to announce an April brown bag lunch and learn information session on the topic of Medicare. Medicare can be confusing and oftentimes difficult to understand. If you’re nearing the time to start thinking about Medicare and want some answers, attend this HealthPartners Medicare information session to learn more.

When: April 18 from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Where: OGC 100

Bring your own lunch and join us to learn more about Medicare and what it means to you.

For questions, contact Nicole at peterlin@augsburg.edu.

Augsburg Total Wellness: Individual Counseling Sessions with TIAA

submitted by peterlin@augsburg.edu

In just a few weeks TIAA will be returning to campus for individual counseling sessions! Take advantage of this opportunity to discuss your personal financial situation with an experienced TIAA Financial Consultant on a confidential basis. They are available to discuss how to help you pursue your financial goals, where ever you might be in your retirement planning.

SIGN UP TODAY:
Space is limited, so please RSVP as soon as you can.
Call 800-732-8353, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (ET).

You can also schedule an appointment online using the link below:
http://www.tiaa.org/schedulenow

Available dates and times:

Tuesday, May 9 from 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Oren Gateway, Room 112

Wednesday, May 10 from 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Oren Gateway, Room 112

Thursday, May 11 from 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Oren Gateway, Room 112

**Please note the room changes from previous announcements due to conflicts with Christensen Center restoration.

For questions, please contact Nicole at peterlin@augsburg.edu.

Focused Conversation on University Structure

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

The final Focused Conversation about university structure is TODAY, Wednesday, April 12, at 12:30 p.m. in the Marshall Room.

The session will be facilitated by Provost Karen Kaivola and launches a campuswide crowdsourcing campaign to solicit 500 (or more) ideas about structuring Augsburg University. See the link below for more information and to provide your input and ideas. The link to the 500 ideas campaign is also on the Inside Augsburg home page.

President Pribbenow and Provost Kaivola Seek 500 Ideas for Structuring Augsburg University

Medicare Info Session on April 18

submitted by peterlin@augsburg.edu

Augsburg Total Wellness is pleased to announce an April brown bag lunch and learn information session on the topic of Medicare. Medicare can be confusing and oftentimes difficult to understand. If you’re nearing the time to start thinking about Medicare and want some answers, attend this HealthPartners Medicare information session to learn more.

When: April 18 from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Where: OGC 100

Bring your own lunch and join us to learn more about Medicare and what it means to you.

For questions, contact Nicole at peterlin@augsburg.edu.

Augsburg Total Wellness: Individual Counseling Sessions with TIAA

submitted by peterlin@augsburg.edu

In just a few weeks TIAA will be returning to campus for individual counseling sessions! Take advantage of this opportunity to discuss your personal financial situation with an experienced TIAA Financial Consultant on a confidential basis. They are available to discuss how to help you pursue your financial goals, where ever you might be in your retirement planning.

SIGN UP TODAY:
Space is limited, so please RSVP as soon as you can.
Call 800-732-8353, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (ET).

You can also schedule an appointment online using the link below:
http://www.tiaa.org/schedulenow

Available dates and times:

Tuesday, May 9 from 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Oren Gateway, Room 112

Wednesday, May 10 from 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Oren Gateway, Room 112

Thursday, May 11 from 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Oren Gateway, Room 112

**Please note the room changes from previous announcements due to conflicts with Christensen Center restoration.

For questions, please contact Nicole at peterlin@augsburg.edu.

2017 Zyzzogeton Research Symposium TODAY

submitted by crombie@augsburg.edu

ZYZZOGETON RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM
Hosted by URGO, McNair, and STEM Programs

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 12, 2017
3:00-4:30PM
HOVERSTEN CHAPEL

About Zyzzogeton
Augsburg College celebrates the creativity and scholarship of undergraduate students with its annual Zyzzogeton festival. The festival falls at the end of each academic year and is a culmination of achievement featuring work across departments. Over 80 students participate each year, showcasing their research. A “zyzzogeton” is a green leaf-hopper as well as the last word in the Webster Collegiate Dictionary, which is a fitting symbol to mark the end of the academic year. The public is welcome, so please come join us for this exciting event!

Visit http://www.augsburg.edu/urgo/research/zyzzogeton/ for more information and for a full list of research abstracts.

Augsburg Alum Needs Litter Patrol Help for March for Science

submitted by greena@augsburg.edu

Augsburg alum Amanda Lipsky has requested volunteers to help keep the April 22nd March for Science Minnesota route clean! Check out the message below and e-mail MarchForScienceLitterPatrol@gmail.com to sign up!

We need volunteers to join us at the start point of the march, Cathedral Hill, at 10:30am to form our Litter Patrol and prepare our march cleanup. We will provide bags to collect litter along the march route: separate bags for trash and for recyclables. Members of the Litter Patrol will collect litter as we march. After the march and rally, the Litter Patrol will pick up any litter at the rally site, the Minnesota State Capitol Mall. Our goal is to be environmentally responsible by ensuring the March for Science – Minnesota leaves the march route cleaner than we found it, and that anything recyclable is brought to a recycling center, not left in the trash. All the trash and recyclables that the Litter Patrol gathers will be responsibly disposed of.

FULL DAY: We need as many people as possible to commit to the full day, as outlined above.

If you have little time, small children to accommodate, or a bus home to catch there are two shorter shifts available for your convenience.

Shift 1: show up at Cathedral Hill at 10:30 and help with Litter Patrol until we reach the rally site at the capitol. Turn in your trash bags at the rally site. You can go home immediately after the rally.

Shift 2: Meet up with the Litter Patrol just outside the rally site at 12:00 Noon and get your trash bags. Stay to clean up after the rally for as long as you’re available and we need help.

Thank you for marching for science! As an Augsburg alumna it makes me very proud to see my college partnering with the March For Science Minnesota and leading the way in ecologically sound practices.

March for Science Minnesota

Students or Racial Justice Info Session – TODAY

submitted by linersa@augsburg.edu

Today, during Chapel Time (10:35 – 11:05) in the Auggie’s Nest, Students for Racial Justice will be hosting an informational meeting for anyone considering joining the group for the upcoming school year. Come to learn about the goals of the group, the application process, and the commitments of an SRJ core member. An additional meeting will be held next Tuesday, April 18th, at 5:30 pm. All are welcome!

Banking The Unbanked

submitted by lgeorge@augsburg.edu

According to Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) data, more than 250,000 households in the Twin Cities, including approximately one-half of all black and Latino households, either do not have a bank account or use costly services such as check-cashing and payday loans.

Some financial institutions are discovering new markets as they begin to provide needed products and services to previously underserved populations.

Chris Farrell, host of Minnesota Public Radio’s Conversations on the Creative Economy, will discuss how organizations and financial institutions create products and services for markets traditionally not considered. Farrell and panelists will explore questions such as: Can financial institutions do good business while doing good? If some banks have figured out how to serve the unbanked, why haven’t all? What factors affect the ability of individuals to create wealth for themselves and improve the economic vitality of their communities?

Featured guests include:

Dorothy Bridges, Senior Vice President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis
Anne Leland Clark, Financial Capability Director from Prepare and Prosper
Tawanna Black, Executive Director of the Northside Funders Group

Get Tickets

Intramural Yoga 8-9PM

submitted by monsone@augsburg.edu

Exercise and meditation practices are proven to be beneficial to students and athletes by promoting healthy sleeping patterns, more restful sleep and greater memory retention.
All levels welcome – Open to current students, alumni, faculty, and friends.
Join Erik Monson for an hour of Vinyasa yoga and guided breathing meditations every Tuesday 8-9PM this semester in Si Melby 130 – mats and props provided.
Questions? Email monsone@augsburg.edu

Focused Conversations: TODAY & TOMORROW

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

University structure is the topic of the Focused Conversations, facilitated by Provost Karen Kaivola today and tomorrow. See below for details and to add a session to your calendar.

TODAY: Tuesday, April 11, 2 p.m., Oren 100
Add to calendar:
http://inside.augsburg.edu/index.html?icalmail=18cc0c56408fb3bc7db980db0a7d6302&returnpath=%2Findex.html%3Fmonth%3D4%26amp%3Bday%3D11%26amp%3Byear%3D2017

TOMORROW: Wednesday, April 12, 12:30 p.m., Marshall
Add to calendar:
http://inside.augsburg.edu/index.html?icalmail=a5ffefc76bbc55871a2d6d46cdda72e5&returnpath=%2Findex.html%3Fmonth%3D4%26amp%3Bday%3D12%26amp%3Byear%3D2017

Morning Chapel: Prof. Matthew Maruggi

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Morning Chapel:
Join us in the chapel today at 11:30am to hear Prof. Matthew Maruggi, Department of Religion. Music: Chapel Brass. Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center

Upcoming:
Wednesday 4/12: No Chapel
Thursday 4/13, 11:30 a.m.: Maundy Thursday service with Holy Communion, Foot Washing, and Stripping of the Altar
Friday 4/14: No chapel – Augsburg closed for Good Friday

More info

Public presentations by Dean of Professional Studies candidates

submitted by kaivola@augsburg.edu

Please join us in welcoming to campus Jill Pinkney Pastrana, the second candidate for the Dean of Professional Studies position. Links to Jill’s CV and the feedback form (which will be available until Wednesday at 5pm) are included in my email from yesterday. Those who cannot attend the public presentation are welcome to sit in on the search committee’s meeting with Jill in the morning.

Candidate 2 – Tuesday, April 11
Jill Pinkney Pastrana, PhD
Public presentation: 1:30pm – Marshall Room
Meeting with search committee: 8:30am – LIN301
Online survey closes Wednesday 4/12 at 5pm

On Wednesday, we will welcome Monica Devers, our final candidate for this position. Links to her CV and feedback form are linked in my email message as well. Those who cannot attend the public presentation are welcome to sit in on the search committee’s meeting with Monica in the morning.

​Candidate 3 – Wednesday, April 12
Monica Devers, PhD
Public presentation: 1:15pm – OGC100
Meeting with search committee: 9:45am – LIN301
Online survey will be provided tomorrow and will close Thursday 4/13 at 5pm​

Thanks to all who were able to make time on Monday to meet Yan Searcy, our first candidate for the position Dean of Professional Studies. A link to Yan’s CV as well as the feedback survey, for your comments is linked in my email message. Please note this survey closes at the end of the day (5pm) today, 4/11.

Coming Up at Cedar Commons

submitted by freunds@augsburg.edu

“Discussing Disability”
Tuesday, April 11th 6-8pm

In response to last semester’s panel audience asking for a more discussion-based event, please join us for a facilitated discussion about living with disability.

This will include an opportunity to hear first-person narratives of what it’s like to live in today’s world as a disabled individual as well as time for discussion about experiences, misconceptions, assumptions and other issues surrounding disability.

Speakers will include people with a range of experiences, abilities, and disabilities.

Light refreshments will be provided.

“Interfaith @ Cedar Commons: A Spirituality of Climate Justice”
Thursday, April 13th 6:30-8:30pm

The world’s wealthiest nations, with their activities and consumption, continue to drive climate change. The most marginalized communities are least responsible for it and yet bear the weight of its heaviest impacts: the poor, people of color, and indigenous communities. Climate change is foremost an issue of justice.

So what do faith and spirituality have to do with our relationship with the planet? How do our faith communities serve as both a catalyst for powerful change, and a source of denial and complacency?

Join us for an evening of delicious food and conversation with Interfaith Power and Light as we learn from their powerful work and consider how each of us can work together towards a better world.

ABOUT INTERFAITH @ CEDAR COMMONS: Do you need to be a “person of faith” to come? Absolutely not. We welcome anyone with interest in conversation about how faith/spirituality shape our lives and intersect with the issues we care about.

This gathering is hosted by the Interfaith @ Cedar Commons organizer team and the Augsburg Interfaith Scholars.

Where Is Cedar Commons? 2001 Riverside Ave. S (Below Trinity offices)

Medicare Info Session on April 18

submitted by peterlin@augsburg.edu

Augsburg Total Wellness is pleased to announce an April brown bag lunch and learn information session on the topic of Medicare. Medicare can be confusing and oftentimes difficult to understand. If you’re nearing the time to start thinking about Medicare and want some answers, attend this HealthPartners Medicare information session to learn more.

When: April 18 from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Where: OGC 100

Bring your own lunch and join us to learn more about Medicare and what it means to you.

For questions, contact Nicole at peterlin@augsburg.edu.

Kao Kalia Yang “We Are H.O.P.E.” Speaker Event

submitted by vangmm3@augsburg.edu

Hmong Women Together, Augsburg Asian Student Association, Pan-Asian Student Services, and Augsburg’s Diversity and Inclusion are so excited to host Kao Kalia Yang at Augsburg College. Yang is the author of The Latehomecomer, and newly published The Song Poet. Yang is also the honorary guest speaker for the 25th anniversary of the Augsburg Pan-Asian Student Services.
We invite you all to join us in the East Commons on April 13th at 7:30pm.

7:30-8:30: Kao Kalia Yang – Speaking on H.O.P.E theme and book reading
8:30-9pm: Q & A, book signing

 

2017 Zyzzogeton Research Symposium

submitted by crombie@augsburg.edu

ZYZZOGETON RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM
Hosted by URGO, McNair, and STEM Programs

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 12, 2017
3:00-4:30PM
HOVERSTEN CHAPEL

About Zyzzogeton
Augsburg College celebrates the creativity and scholarship of undergraduate students with its annual Zyzzogeton festival. The festival falls at the end of each academic year and is a culmination of achievement featuring work across departments. Over 80 students participate each year, showcasing their research. A “zyzzogeton” is a green leaf-hopper as well as the last word in the Webster Collegiate Dictionary, which is a fitting symbol to mark the end of the academic year. The public is welcome, so please come join us for this exciting event!

Visit http://www.augsburg.edu/urgo/research/zyzzogeton/ for more information and for a full list of research abstracts.

Professor emeritus, Bob Stacke ’71, featured artist at Palmer’s

submitted by knutsonc@augsburg.edu

Bob Stacke, professor emeritus from the music department, is the featured artist for the month of April at Palmer’s Bar on Cedar Avenue.

Photo Exhibition by Bob Stacke
Featuring Pictures of Palmer’s Musicians

April 1-30, 2017
Palmer’s Bar
500 Cedar Avenue S
Minneapolis, MN 55454

Photo Exhibition

Morning Chapel: Mindful Monday

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Morning Chapel:
Start the week by joining us in the chapel at 10:40 a.m. for Mindful Monday with Krista Costin. Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center

Upcoming:
Tuesday 4/11, 11:30 a.m.: Seasons of Lent Series with Matthew Maruggi, Assistant Professor of Religion and Vocation. Music: Jordan Grzybowski, tenor
Wednesday 4/12: No Chapel
Thursday 4/13, 11:30 a.m.: Maundy Thursday service
Friday 4/14: No chapel – Augsburg closed for Good Friday

More Info

Public Presentations–Dean of Professional Studies Candidates

submitted by greenj@augsburg.edu

Faculty and staff are invited to attend upcoming presentations by finalists for the Dean of Professional Studies position:
– Monday, Apr. 10 1:15-2:15 pm, OGC 100, Candidate: Yan Searcy
– Tuesday, Apr. 11 1:30-2:30 pm, Marshall Rm., Candidate: Jill Pinkney Pastrana
– Wednesday, Apr. 12 1:15-2:15 pm, OGC 100, Candidate: Monica Devers

There will be time for Q/A following candidate presentations.

Students for Racial Justice Information Session

submitted by linersa@augsburg.edu

On Wednesday, April 12 at chapel time (10:35-11:05 a.m.) in the Auggie’s Nest, Students for Racial Justice will be hosting an information session for anyone interested in joining the group for the upcoming school year. Interested students can learn the goals of the group, the commitments that come with core membership, and the application process. Another session will be held on Tuesday, April 18, in the evening. Email srj.augsburg@gmail.com with any questions. All are welcome!

This week: Focused Conversations on University Structure

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

This week’s Focused Conversations will address the implications for our institutional structure of the transition to Augsburg University.

The two sessions – Tuesday and Wednesday – will be facilitated by Provost Karen Kaivola. See details and add to your calendar using the links below.

Tuesday (TOMORROW), April 11, 2 p.m., Oren 100
Add to calendar:
http://inside.augsburg.edu/index.html?icalmail=18cc0c56408fb3bc7db980db0a7d6302&returnpath=%2Findex.html%3Fmonth%3D4%26amp%3Bday%3D11%26amp%3Byear%3D2017

Wednesday, April 12, 12:30 p.m., Marshall
Add to calendar:
http://inside.augsburg.edu/index.html?icalmail=a5ffefc76bbc55871a2d6d46cdda72e5&returnpath=%2Findex.html%3Fmonth%3D4%26amp%3Bday%3D12%26amp%3Byear%3D2017

Coming Up @ Cedar Commons

submitted by freunds@augsburg.edu

“Discussing Disability”
Tuesday, April 11, 6-8 p.m.

In response to last semester’s panel audience asking for a more discussion-based event, please join us for a facilitated discussion about living with disability.

This will include an opportunity to hear first-person narratives of what it’s like to live in today’s world as a disabled individual as well as time for discussion about experiences, misconceptions, assumptions and other issues surrounding disability.

Speakers will include people with a range of experiences, abilities, and disabilities.

Light refreshments will be provided.

“Interfaith @ Cedar Commons: A Spirituality of Climate Justice”
Thursday, April 13, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

The world’s wealthiest nations, with their activities and consumption, continue to drive climate change. The most marginalized communities are least responsible for it and yet bear the weight of its heaviest impacts: the poor, people of color, and indigenous communities. Climate change is foremost an issue of justice.

So what do faith and spirituality have to do with our relationship with the planet? How do our faith communities serve as both a catalyst for powerful change, and a source of denial and complacency?

Join us for an evening of delicious food and conversation with Interfaith Power and Light as we learn from their powerful work and consider how each of us can work together towards a better world.

ABOUT INTERFAITH @ CEDAR COMMONS: Do you need to be a “person of faith” to come? Absolutely not. We welcome anyone with interest in conversation about how faith/spirituality shape our lives and intersect with the issues we care about.

This gathering is hosted by the Interfaith @ Cedar Commons organizer team and the Augsburg Interfaith Scholars.

Where Is Cedar Commons? 2001 Riverside Ave. S (Below Trinity offices)

University Structure Focused Conversations: Tuesday & Wednesday

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

The April Focused Conversations are Tuesday and Wednesday, and will address the implications for our institutional structure of the transition to Augsburg University.

The two sessions will be facilitated by Provost Karen Kaivola. See details and add to your calendar using the links below.

Tuesday, April 11, 2 p.m., Oren 100
Add to calendar:
http://inside.augsburg.edu/index.html?icalmail=18cc0c56408fb3bc7db980db0a7d6302&returnpath=%2Findex.html%3Fmonth%3D4%26amp%3Bday%3D11%26amp%3Byear%3D2017

Wednesday, April 12, 12:30 p.m., Marshall
Add to calendar:
http://inside.augsburg.edu/index.html?icalmail=a5ffefc76bbc55871a2d6d46cdda72e5&returnpath=%2Findex.html%3Fmonth%3D4%26amp%3Bday%3D12%26amp%3Byear%3D2017

Compost Contracts

submitted by roschene@augsburg.edu

Do you vow to compost any and all items around the Augsburg campus that are compostable? From all of the fun activities and learning opportunities revolved around composting, to wrap up Compost Week, the ESC will be tabling from 11-12:30 in the Quad with Compost Contracts for students, faculty and staff to sign as a vow to compost compostable items here on the Augsburg campus.

Academy of American Poets Reading on April 13

submitted by kilgorem@augsburg.edu

All members of the campus community are invited to attend the Academy of American Poets Reading on Thursday, April 13, featuring Matt Rasmussen, winner of the Academy of American Poets Whitman Award and finalist for the National Book Award, and this year’s student winner of Augsburg’s John R. Mitchell Award.

Thursday, April 13
7:00p.m.
OGC 100

Read about the featured poet, Matt Rasmussen, here.

EPIC Sex (Af)fair – TONIGHT

submitted by detloff@augsburg.edu

Join EPIC peer health educators TONIGHT for an interactive fun evening about sex and sexual health and relationships at our second annual EP!C Sex (Af)Fair. Games, educational resources, prizes and more! Resources from the Aurora Center, Planned Parenthood and Smiley’s Clinic also will be at the event. Please stop by and check it out Friday night in the student lounge in Christensen Center 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.

Theater Dept. Presents: Passing Strange 3/30 – 4/9

submitted by burkhalb@augsburg.edu

Passing Strange
Book and Lyrics by STEW

Music by STEW and Heidi Rodewald

Lead Collaborators
Jamil Jude
Sonja Thompson
Kelli Foster Warder

Thursday, March 30 at 7 p.m.
Friday March 31 at 7 p.m.
Saturday, April 1 at 7 p.m.
Sunday, April 2 at 3 p.m.

Saturday April 8 at 3 p.m.
Saturday April 8 at 7 p.m.
Sunday April 9 at 3 p.m.

Part comedy. Part coming-of-age story. Full-out rock concert! PASSING STRANGE, a Tony award-winning musical, is a genre-bending exploration of an artist’s journey to find life’s truths. The story follows Youth, a young Black man raised in the idyllic hills of California, as he passes through life, learning about himself and the world around him, through music and the people he meets because of it. Throughout his journey for “the real,” he gains so much, but is what he gives up too much? Will the ends justify the means? Will everything be alright?

Reserve Tickets Now!

2016-2017 Productions

JamilJude.com

Tjornhom-Nelson Theater, Foss Center

Music Department Guest Artists -Strains New Music Ensemble – Free concert 4/7

submitted by brauer@augsburg.edu

113 presents, New Music for: Strains -April 7, 2017 | 7:30 p.m. -Sateren Auditorium – Minneapolis based Strains New Music Ensemble specializes in the performance, promotion, and creation of new contemporary chamber music. Since its founding in 2015, Strains has premiered over a dozen compositions by Minnesota composers Katherine Bergman, Joey Crane, Michael Duffy, Sam Krahn, Scott Miller, Ted Moore, Joshua Musikantow, Daniel Nass, and Tiffany Skidmore. They have been featured on concert series in close collaboration with 113 Collective and the Spitting Image Collective, and have given educational workshops to audiences across the Twin Cities. Members are James DeVoll (flute), Jeffery Kyle Hutchins (saxophone), Carlynn Savot (cello), and Jeremy Johnston (percussion).

Academy of American Poets Reading

submitted by kilgorem@augsburg.edu

All members of the campus community are invited to attend the Academy of American Poets Reading on Thursday, April 13, featuring Matt Rasmussen, winner of the Academy of American Poets Whitman Award and finalist for the National Book Award, and this year’s student winner of Augsburg’s John R. Mitchell Award.

Thursday, April 13
7:00pm
OGC 100

Learn about the featured poet, Matt Rasmussen, here.

Compost Relays in the Quad

submitted by roschene@augsburg.edu

Make your way through the quad today and join in on Compost Relays!
From 10-12 today the ESC will be putting on compost relays in the quad. Join in on the fun and you have a chance to win an Amazon gift card!

Do you pledge to compost items that are compostable here on campus? to wrap up Compost Week, Friday the ESC will be tabling in the quad with compost pledge sheets for students, faculty and staff to sign as a commitment to compost the compostable items at Augsburg.

Medicare Info Session on April 18

submitted by peterlin@augsburg.edu

Augsburg Total Wellness is pleased to announce an April brown bag lunch and learn information session on the topic of Medicare. Medicare can be confusing and oftentimes difficult to understand. If you’re nearing the time to start thinking about Medicare and want some answers, attend this HealthPartners Medicare information session to learn more.

When: April 18 from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Where: OGC 100

Bring your own lunch and join us to learn more about Medicare and what it means to you.

For questions, contact Nicole at peterlin@augsburg.edu.

Destination: Augsburg (Admitted Student Open House)

submitted by fulford@augsburg.edu

Please help the Admissions Office welcome our Class of 2021 students on Friday, April 7th as part of our annual admitted student open house, Destination: Augsburg! During this event, approx. 100 students and their families will be on campus exploring what it is like to be an Auggie through campus tours, an activities fair, city excursions, and more. If you see any prospective families on campus, please help us in welcoming them to our community! More information and the schedule of the day can be found at http://www.augsburg.edu/da

Theater Dept. Presents: Passing Strange 3/30 – 4/9

submitted by burkhalb@augsburg.edu

Passing Strange
Book and Lyrics by STEW

Music by STEW and Heidi Rodewald

Lead Collaborators
Jamil Jude
Sonja Thompson
Kelli Foster Warder

Thursday, March 30 at 7 p.m.
Friday March 31 at 7 p.m.
Saturday, April 1 at 7 p.m.
Sunday, April 2 at 3 p.m.

Saturday April 8 at 3 p.m.
Saturday April 8 at 7 p.m.
Sunday April 9 at 3 p.m.

Part comedy. Part coming-of-age story. Full-out rock concert! PASSING STRANGE, a Tony award-winning musical, is a genre-bending exploration of an artist’s journey to find life’s truths. The story follows Youth, a young Black man raised in the idyllic hills of California, as he passes through life, learning about himself and the world around him, through music and the people he meets because of it. Throughout his journey for “the real,” he gains so much, but is what he gives up too much? Will the ends justify the means? Will everything be alright?

Reserve Tickets Now!

2016-2017 Productions

JamilJude.com

Tjornhom-Nelson Theater, Foss Center

Focused Conversations on University Structure: Next Week

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

Join the Focused Conversations next week to discuss the implications for our institutional structure of the transition to Augsburg University.

The two sessions — Tuesday, April 11, and Wednesday, April 12 — will be facilitated by Provost Karen Kaivola. See details and add to your calendar using the links below.

Tuesday, April 11, 2 p.m., Oren 100
Add to calendar:
http://inside.augsburg.edu/index.html?icalmail=18cc0c56408fb3bc7db980db0a7d6302&returnpath=%2Findex.html%3Fmonth%3D4%26amp%3Bday%3D11%26amp%3Byear%3D2017

Wednesday, April 12, 12:30 p.m., Marshall
Add to calendar:
http://inside.augsburg.edu/index.html?icalmail=a5ffefc76bbc55871a2d6d46cdda72e5&returnpath=%2Findex.html%3Fmonth%3D4%26amp%3Bday%3D12%26amp%3Byear%3D2017

Rochester Grad Fair on April 10th

submitted by hendricb@augsburg.edu

There will be a Grad Fair for our Rochester students. This Grad Fair will be from 4pm-7pm on Monday, April 10th, at Bethel Lutheran Church, 810 3rd Avenue SE, Rochester, MN 55904.

Want to know what your Graduation Garb will cost Monday at the Fair?
Bachelor’s cap, gown, tassel is regularly $64.98, but on Monday you will receive a $10 discount for a Grad Fair Price of $54.98.

Master’s cap, gown, tassel, hood is regularly $100.98, but on Monday you will receive a $10 discount for a Grad Fair Price of $90.98.

Next week: Focused Conversations on University Structure

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

Next week — Tuesday and Wednesday, April 11 and 12 — Provost Karen Kaivola will facilitate Focused Conversations on the implications for our institutional structure of the transition to Augsburg University. See details and add to your calendar using the links below.

Tuesday, April 11, 2 p.m., Oren 100
Add to calendar:
http://inside.augsburg.edu/index.html?icalmail=18cc0c56408fb3bc7db980db0a7d6302&returnpath=%2Findex.html%3Fmonth%3D4%26amp%3Bday%3D11%26amp%3Byear%3D2017

Wednesday, April 12, 12:30 p.m., Marshall
Add to calendar:
http://inside.augsburg.edu/index.html?icalmail=a5ffefc76bbc55871a2d6d46cdda72e5&returnpath=%2Findex.html%3Fmonth%3D4%26amp%3Bday%3D12%26amp%3Byear%3D2017

Employers Tabling on Campus – TODAY

submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu

FRASER: Fraser is Minnesota’s largest and most experienced provider of autism services. Fraser also provides services for over 60 different disabilities for children and adults with special needs through healthcare, education, and housing. They have career opportunities across many areas of the company, but see our greatest need for entry level roles supporting healthcare and mental healthcare services. They currently have full – time and part-time opportunities available. http://www.fraser.org/

READING PARTNERS: Reading Partners is a nonprofit organization working to address the achievement gap by helping students become lifelong readers through the power of individualized instruction. They believe that the ability to read transforms lives and communities and they are looking for idealistic and passionate people to join their 2017-18 team in this work. http://readingpartners.org/

PRAIRIE RIVER HOME CARE: Prairie River Home Care evolved from Prairie River Inc., a company started in 1989 which provided personal care attendant services to disabled individuals. In 1996, Prairie River Home Care became a Medicare certified home care agency offering a broad range of services to individuals of all ages. They are looking for full-time and part-time employees. http://www.prhomecare.com/

Organics Recycling Facility Field Trip TODAY

submitted by roschene@augsburg.edu

Today the Environmental Stewardship Committee is taking a field trip to tour the Mdewakanton Sioux Community Organics Recycling Facility. If you are still interested in attending there is room for you! We have transportation provided at no cost and we will have pizza for when we arrive back on campus.

We will be leaving at 3:15pm, a bus will be by the music hall here on campus, and plan to arrive at the facility at 4pm. The tour will take approximately an hour and we will arrive back at Augsburg between 5:30 and 6pm.

The facility asks that you wear closed toed shoes, pants and a long sleeve, all of which you are OK with getting dirty.

Please contact roschene@augsburg.edu if interested.

Intramural Yoga

submitted by monsone@augsburg.edu

Exercise and meditation practices are proven to be beneficial to students and athletes by promoting healthy sleeping patterns, more restful sleep and greater memory retention.
All levels welcome – Open to current students, alumni, faculty & friends!
Join Erik Monson for an hour of Vinyasa yoga and guided breathing meditations every Tuesday this semester in Si Melby 130 – mats and props provided.
Questions? Email monsone@augsburg.edu

EPIC Sex (Af)Fair – Friday night!

submitted by detloff@augsburg.edu

Join EPIC peer health educators for an interactive fun evening about sex and sexual health and relationships at our second annual EP!C Sex (Af)Fair. Games, educational resources, prizes and more! Resources from the Aurora Center, Planned Parenthood and Smiley’s Clinic also will be at the event. Please stop by and check it out Friday night.

Destination:Augsburg (Admitted Student Open House)

submitted by fulford@augsburg.edu

Please help the Admissions Office welcome our Class of 2021 students on Friday, April 7th as part of our annual admitted student open house, Destination: Augsburg! During this event, approx. 100 students and their families will be on campus exploring what it is like to be an Auggie through campus tours, an activities fair, city excursions, and more. If you see any prospective families on campus, please help us in welcoming them to our community! More information and the schedule of the day can be found at http://www.augsburg.edu/da

Intramural Yoga

submitted by monsone@augsburg.edu

Exercise and meditation practices are proven to be beneficial to students and athletes by promoting healthy sleeping patterns, more restful sleep and greater memory retention.
All levels welcome – Open to current students, alumni, faculty & friends!
Join Erik Monson for an hour of Vinyasa yoga and guided breathing meditations every Tuesday this semester in Si Melby 130 – mats and props provided.
Questions? Email monsone@augsburg.edu