submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am to hear Debi Bayisa ’23 give a reflection for her senior chapel.
Category: Event Announcements
MFA Mentor Jim Cihlar Reads at Next Chapter
submitted by cihlar@augsburg.edu
Jim Cihlar, the publisher of Augsburg’s Howling Bird Press and a Mentor in Augsburg’s low-residency MFA in Creative Writing Program, will read poems from his book THE SHADOWGRAPH as well as new work on April 4 at 6:00 p.m. at Next Chapter bookstore on Snelling and Grand Ave. in St. Paul. He is joining 2023 Minnesota Book Award finalist Janna Knittel, who is reading from her new book REAL WORK. Free and open to the public!
Earth Month 2023 is Coming
submitted by mcdaniem@augsburg.edu
Come rekindle community, self-heal, and reconnect with the Earth through celebrations during Earth Month. These campus-wide, cross-department collaborative events will allow Augsburg students, staff, and faculty further connection to green spaces on campus, engagement with educational experiences by all forms of teachers, and the opportunity to build solidarity with social justice work bonded by intersectionality. Together in community, engage with local writers Erin Sharkey & Michael Kleber-Diggs in celebration of A Darker Wilderness (4/3), share in the art of resistance (4/13), bike/walk/roll to campus (4/21), eat/buy local, love water, share your voice at the State Capitol (4/11), and finish the month with a community bonfire into the sunset (4/25).
Mii omaa akiing endaayang – The Earth is our Home
Follow @sustainable_augsburgu & @augsburg_eac on Instagram for regular updates.
Make a contribution! During April’s Earth Month (and year-round), the ShareShop is accepting donations of gently-used items! These items will be redistributed back to students in the fall. As you move out of your residence hall or do some spring cleaning, drop off your donations with a student leader at Science Hall 8. Checkout the ShareShop website for accepted items and expanded hours during MoveOut.
April 3 4:30-6pm: A Reading and Conversation With Erin Sharkey and Michael Kleber-Diggs
submitted by mcdaniem@augsburg.edu
What are the politics of nature? Who owns it, where is it, and what role does it play in our lives? Does it need to be tamed? Are we ourselves natural? Erin Sharkey and Michael Kleber-Diggs will discuss, A Darker Wilderness: Black Nature Writing from Soil to Stars, a collection of personal and lyric essays in conversation with archival objects of Black history and memory. The collection explores stories spanning hundreds of years and thousands of miles, traveling from roots to space–finding rich Blackness everywhere. Together we will consider the significance of nature in our lives and on the role of nature in the lives of Black folks.
Light refreshments will be served. Parking is available in Lot D. Books can be purchased in person at the event and online. Photos from Augsburg’s Pan-Afrikan Archive will be on display.
When: Monday April 3rd 4:30-6 p.m.
Location: Hagfors Center, Room 150 & Zoom
Contact: Monica McDaniel, Sustainability Officer (mcdaniem@augsburg.edu)
MLife and CLASS Community Hour – Coming Tuesday, March 28
submitted by lanek@augsburg.edu
You are invited to join Multicultural Life and the Center for Learning and Accessible Student Services (CLASS/Disability Resources) for a community hour! This will be held on Tuesday, March 28th, 2023 (2-3:30 p.m.) at Oyate Commons, located in the lower floor of Christensen Center.
During this community hour we will be having a fun community building activity, conversations about disability and intersectionality, and we will be sharing free tech tools that are available to all of our students to ensure their success.
Everyone is invited! We will have snacks and drinks.
If you need disability accommodations to fully participate in this event, contact class@augsburg.edu.
Thursday-Disability Visibility Book Discussion
submitted by ccharles@augsburg.edu
CLASS and Lindell Library invite you to a book discussion for “Disability Visibility: First-Person Stories from the 21st Century” edited by Alice Wong. “This anthology gives a glimpse into the rich complexity of the disabled experience, highlighting the passions, talents, and everyday lives of this community.”
We’ll discuss narratives from Part 1: “Being” on Thursday, March 30, 4:00-5:00 pm in Lindell Library, Room 301. We welcome you (students, faculty, and staff) to this discussion regardless of how much of the book you read! Snacks will be provided. Faculty/Staff: Good/Advanced standing credit for Diversity & Inclusion Certificate
A few copies of the book are available to borrow from Lindell Library at the circulation desk and from the CLASS Office (LL 216). You can find the book at your favorite bookstore and public library. For questions about this event please contact Paul, laipa@augsburg.edu
Employers Hiring – Tabling TODAY
submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu
On Monday, March 27th the following companies will be on campus looking to hire students. Stop by the lobby of the Christensen Center between 10:30am-12:30pm.
*PRECISION REACH the dynamic nature of ever-evolving data drives everything we do. Our programmatic proprietary technology allows us to deliver targeted digital media strategies across all mediums to B2B niche markets. Join a team of passionate marketers, in a
fast-paced industry, selling a high demand service offering. https://precisionreach.com/
*PARK NICOLLET – They offer excellent experiences for students that are interested in
pre-health careers.
Part time Employment: https://www.healthpartners.com/careers/park-nicollet/
> Search and apply for jobs > Additional opportunities > Search open positions > Select Employment Type(s) > Part Time > Search.
Volunteer Opportunities Learn More: https://www.healthpartners.com/about/community/volunteer/park-nicollet/
Sponsored by the Strommen Center for Meaningful Work
Benefit Show for East Phillips Urban Farm TODAY
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Monday, March 27th from 5:30-7:30pm
The Terminal Bar, 409 East Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN 55414
Join us for a benefit show at the Terminal Bar in Northeast to support the East Phillips Urban Farm! There will be three sets of original music featuring singer/songwriters Barb Ryman, Eóin Small & Friends and Sunni Leilani.
The show is FREE but we’re STRONGLY requesting donations inside cuz… that’s that point!
SEEKJOY will also be hosting a small community marketplace splitting proceeds 50/50 towards the cause! If you’re an artist and want to collaborate – reach out to seekjoy via messenger and we’ll get things figured out
Can’t make it to the show? Consider a donation to the “Protect East Phillips from the City’s Pollution” campaign via GoFundMe: http://tinyurl.com/depotfund
More about EPNI and the East Philips Urban Farm, including current updates & calls to action can be found here: https://linktr.ee/epnifarm
Spread the word, see ya there!
Minnesota Humanities Center Presents: Learning from Place: Cedar-Riverside/West Bank | April 29
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Minnesota Humanities Center Presents: Learning from Place: Cedar-Riverside/West Bank
April 29 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
The Cedar-Riverside/West Bank neighborhood in Minneapolis is one of the most diverse communities in the Midwest, with a longstanding tradition of activism, cultural diversity, and the arts. The neighborhood has long been a landing place for newly arrived immigrants, with some moving on and some settling in the West Bank more permanently. Today the neighborhood is home to a large East African community, including Somali, Ethiopian, and Oromo people who live alongside neighbors and descendants from earlier waves of immigration. The West Bank continues to welcome new arrivals. Build your cultural understanding during this interactive, in-person experience that includes a walking tour of the neighborhood with Abdirizak Bihi, host of KFAI’s Somali Link Radio; food sampling from local restaurants; and stories from community members. K-12 educators will receive 4 clock hours.
This event is a collaboration with Pillsbury United Communities/Brian Coyle Center, Augsburg University, the West Bank Business Association.
Date and Time: April 29 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm CDT
Registration is $30, with some spots reserved at no-cost for Augsburg staff and faculty. Please email gilmerje@augsburg.edu if you’re interested in attending. You can also learn more and register here: https://www.mnhum.org/event/lfp-cedar-riverside/
The Sverdrup Visiting Scientist Program – April 10 and April 11
submitted by reederm@augsburg.edu
The Sverdrup Visiting Scientist Program welcomes Dr. Sarah Keller, Professor Of Chemistry, and biophysicist at University of Washington. In her Convocation Lecture titled “Stabilizing Fragile Membranes on the Early Earth”, Keller will explain that small building blocks of DNA and proteins can interact with membranes, stabilizing them and providing insight into early life processes on Earth (Tuesday, April 11, Hoversten Chapel). Please note the Convocation Schedule for adjusted class times on this day.
Dr. Keller will also attend, mingle, and talk to students about the Zyzzogeton Research Symposium and other events as well as present a seminar for undergraduate STEM students entitled: “Membranes of Hungry Yeast are Tiny, Living Thermostats,” April 10 at 5:00 PM in Hagfors 150A.
Sisterhood Boutique Pop-Up Sale TODAY
submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu
Sisterhood Boutique, a neighborhood business run by and for entrepreneurial East African young women in Cedar Riverside, will be on campus today for a Pop-Up Sale. Browse their curated racks of affordable, stylish clothing and accessories in the Christensen Center Lobby from 11am-1pm. The sale is sponsored by Augsburg Local.
Edible Books Festival at the library
submitted by holleric@augsburg.edu
Calling all cooks and book lovers!
In honor of Edible Book Day, Lindell Library is hosting its first ever Edible Books Festival on Friday, March 31 at 3:00 pm.
An edible book is any dish based on a book or literary theme. Books, poems, short stories, or even graphic novels can serve as inspiration.
All faculty, staff, and students are welcome to submit an entry. Please register your dish and the book that inspired it no later than Thursday, 3/30.
Examples from other libraries’ events can be found at http://bit.ly/42y4SAK and http://bit.ly/3ZXJ0gF.
Even if you don’t submit an entry, please stop by to admire – and EAT – the edible books!
To register or for more information, contact Mary Hollerich at holleric@augsburg.edu or x1603.
Sewing in the ShareShop Monday March 27
submitted by bordons@augsburg.edu
Do you have clothes that need repair? Are you interested in learning how to sew? Do you want to find creative ways to keep old items out of the landfill?
Join Spanish Professor Dr. Degner Riveros and the ShareShop team in the ShareShop (Science 8B) every Monday from 10:30 am – 12 pm to sew.
No supplies or no experience? Not a problem! We will have fabric, thread, and other sewing supplies available in the ShareShop to use during this time. If you are new to sewing, we are happy to provide instructions. Or if you have a project you’re working on, feel free to bring that.
We hope to see you there!
Questions? Email: environmentalstewardship@augsburg.edu
Celebration for Eric Strom
submitted by matthias@augsburg.edu
Come celebrate Eric Strom’s time at Augsburg! As you may have heard, Eric has an opportunity to move on to bigger and better things. Eric’s expertise, patience, and vision have been a blessing to Augsburg over the past 15 years. We will definitely miss him, but we wish him the best in his future endeavors!
To celebrate Eric’s time at Augsburg, please stop by Hagfors 150A on Tuesday, March 28th, 4-5pm to wish him well. All are welcome and we hope to see you there!
The Sverdrup Visiting Scientist Program – April 10 and April 11
submitted by reederm@augsburg.edu
The Sverdrup Visiting Scientist Program welcomes Dr. Sarah Keller, Professor Of Chemistry, and biophysicist at University of Washington-Seattle, who will give two presentations, first one on “Membranes of Hungry Yeast are Tiny Living Thermostats” and the second one on “Stabilizing fragile membranes on the early Earth , as part of the ongoing Sverdrup lecture series. In her 2023 Sverdrup Visiting Scientist lectures, Sarah Keller will discuss how the dynamicism of membranes can be both a bane and a boon for cells. Very soft and dynamic membranes can rip or disintegrate. This would have been a problem for the most ancient cells on the Earth.
Monday April 10 and Tuesday, April 11, 11:00 – 12:00pm Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center
In her Convocation Lecture on Monday, April 10, titled “Membranes of Hungry Yeast are Tiny, Living Thermostats,” Keller will discuss how yeast membranes acquire the polka-dots, how the transition can be reversed, and how yeast controls the transition. During the process of making bread and beer, yeast cells eventually run out of sugar to eat. They react by segregating certain lipids and proteins in one of their membranes.
In her Convocation Lecture on Tuesday, April 11, titled “Stabilizing Fragile Membranes on the Early Earth”, Keller will explain that small building blocks of DNA and proteins can interact with membranes, stabilizing them. These interactions have the potential to concentrate the building blocks on the surface of the membrane, helping them link up into larger molecules capable of other important jobs.
Please note the Convocation Schedule for adjusted class times on this day.
Dr. Keller will also attend, mingle, and talk to students about the Zyzzogeton Research Symposium and other events.
Queer Prom – This Saturday
submitted by tollina@augsburg.edu
Come join in on QPA’s Queer Prom! Our theme this year is Studio 54, the iconic nightclub. Think 70s, disco, bright colors, and lots and lots of glitter. We also will be hosting multiple drag performers, along with having plenty of food options.
All are welcome, including off campus guests for no extra cost!
Date: Saturday, March 25th
Time: 7:00pm – 10:00pm
Place: East Commons, Christensen Center 2nd floor
Grab your dancing shoes, and we’ll see you there!
Edible Books Festival at the Library
submitted by holleric@augsburg.edu
Calling all cooks and book lovers!
In honor of Edible Book Day, Lindell Library is hosting its first ever Edible Books Festival on Friday, March 31 at 3:00 pm.
An edible book is any dish based on a book or literary theme. Books, poems, short stories, or even graphic novels can serve as inspiration.
All faculty, staff, and students are welcome to submit an entry. Please register your dish and the book that inspired it no later than Thursday, 3/30.
Examples from other libraries’ events can be found at http://bit.ly/42y4SAK and http://bit.ly/3ZXJ0gF.
Even if you don’t submit an entry, please stop by to admire – and EAT – the edible books!
To register or for more information, contact Mary Hollerich at holleric@augsburg.edu or x1603.
Maajii-ziigwan-niimi’iding Round Dance – March 25
submitted by allang@augsburg.edu
AISA and Red Lake Nation College would like to invite you to participate in the Maajii-ziigwan-niimi’iding Round Dance on Saturday, March 25, 2023! It will be at the Mosaic Venue (817 S. 5th Ave #300 Minneapolis, MN 55404) from 5pm-9pm starting with a feast. In order to get free parking you must park in Mosaic’s underground parking garage. A link with parking instructions is provided below.
Please note that we have a 200 person capacity at the venue due to city fire codes. We will do a headcount at the door to ensure we stay within limits. We recommend coming around 5pm to make sure you are able to get in.
Email aisa@augsburg.edu with questions.
Minnesota Humanities Center Presents: Learning from Place: Cedar-Riverside/West Bank | April 29
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
The Cedar-Riverside/West Bank neighborhood in Minneapolis is one of the most diverse communities in the Midwest, with a longstanding tradition of activism, cultural diversity, and the arts. The neighborhood has long been a landing place for newly arrived immigrants, with some moving on and some settling in the West Bank more permanently. Today the neighborhood is home to a large East African community, including Somali, Ethiopian, and Oromo people who live alongside neighbors and descendants from earlier waves of immigration. The West Bank continues to welcome new arrivals. Build your cultural understanding during this interactive, in-person experience that includes a walking tour of the neighborhood with Abdirizak Bihi, host of KFAI’s Somali Link Radio; food sampling from local restaurants; and stories from community members. K-12 educators will receive 4 clock hours.
This event is a collaboration with Pillsbury United Communities/Brian Coyle Center, Augsburg University, the West Bank Business Association.
Date and Time: April 29 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm CDT
Registration is $30, with some spots reserved at no-cost for Augsburg staff and faculty. Please email gilmerje@augsburg.edu if you’re interested in attending. You can also learn more and register here: https://www.mnhum.org/event/lfp-cedar-riverside/
Benefit Show for East Phillips Urban Farm Next Monday, March 27
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Monday, March 27th from 5:30-7:30pm
The Terminal Bar, 409 East Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN 55414
Join us for a benefit show at the Terminal Bar in Northeast to support the East Phillips Urban Farm! There will be three sets of original music featuring singer/songwriters Barb Ryman, Eóin Small & Friends and Sunni Leilani.
The show is FREE but we’re STRONGLY requesting donations inside cuz… that’s that point!
SEEKJOY will also be hosting a small community marketplace splitting proceeds 50/50 towards the cause! If you’re an artist and want to collaborate – reach out to seekjoy via messenger and we’ll get things figured out
Can’t make it to the show? Consider a donation to the “Protect East Phillips from the City’s Pollution” campaign via GoFundMe: http://tinyurl.com/depotfund
More about EPNI and the East Philips Urban Farm, including current updates & calls to action can be found here: https://linktr.ee/epnifarm
Spread the word, seeya there!
Chapel: Alternative Spring Break Reflections
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am to hear reflections from students who went on the Campus Ministry Alternative Spring Break trip to New Orleans.
Mark Hanson, Interfaith Institute Distinguished Fellow, Shares His Vocation Story in Chapel
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Join us on Tuesday March 28th from 11:30 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. in the Hoversten Chapel for the next installment in our Uncovering Vocation series. Rev. Mark Hanson, Distinguished Fellow in our Interfaith Institute will share his story “Formative Disruptions.” Come and learn more about Mark, our community, and how we seek to live our lives for the sake of the neighbor.
Join us Tomorrow for the AU Program Wellness Hike/Meet and Greet
submitted by whitere@augsburg.edu
AU Program Wellness Hike/Meet & Greet
Event Address: Moir Park, 10320 Morgan Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55431, USA
Saturday, March 25th at 2:00 pm
All Adult Undergraduate program students, their families, and leashed pets are invited to join us for an off-campus hike/meet & greet at Moir Park in Bloomington, MN.
We plan to hike for about 30-40 minutes, but of course, you are welcome to stay as long as you want!
We will meet by picnic shelter #1, located between both playgrounds. Free parking is available and the trail is wheelchair accessible, although winter conditions may impact accessibility. Please get in touch with the City of Bloomington about the conditions of the trail.
If you need any disability-related accommodation to fully participate in this event, please contact Becky White at whitere@augsburg.edu. Please allow for sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
We will start our hike promptly at 2:05 pm.
Last Day to Submit Nominations for the “25 in 25” Outstanding StepUP Alumni Awards
submitted by truaxm@augsburg.edu
In celebration of StepUP’s 25th anniversary, we are recognizing 25 StepUP alumni who have made outstanding contributions to their communities and the cause of recovery. We are calling for nominations to honor these alumni at our 25th anniversary gala on Saturday, May 13, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. the Radisson Blu–Mall of America with the “25 in 25 Outstanding StepUP Alumni” awards.
If you know of a StepUP alum who deserves to be recognized, please fill out this short form. You may also nominate yourself.
Nomination criteria
Nominations are due by 11:59 p.m. Central on Friday, March 24, 2023
The StepUP Gala Committee will determine award recipients
Award recipients will be announced by Friday, March 31, 2023
You may nominate yourself or another StepUP alumnus
Anyone who participated in the StepUP program as a student is eligible to be nominated; nominees do not need to have graduated/completed StepUP or graduated from Augsburg
You may nominate more than one person (you need to fill the form out for each person)
You may nominate someone anonymously or publicly
Current StepUP students are not eligible
Nominees should represent a member of the StepUP community who has made a meaningful difference in the lives of others
You should be able to provide examples of ways that the nominee has demonstrated leadership skills, such as within their community, their career, and/or their recovery
For questions, contact Martha Truax at 651-261-9646 or truaxm@augsburg.edu
Prior to the gala
Award recipients will be interviewed and asked to provide a short biography and photo to share in marketing and promotional materials
At the gala
A special pre-Gala reception will be held for award recipients and their guests
Award recipients will be recognized in printed programs and on stage at the Gala
Due to time constraints, individual award recipients will not be able to speak on stage.
Celebration for Eric Strom
submitted by matthias@augsburg.edu
Come celebrate Eric Strom’s time at Augsburg! As you may have heard, Eric has an opportunity to move on to bigger and better things. Eric’s expertise, patience, and vision in supporting our faculty have been a blessing to Augsburg over the past 15 years. We will definitely miss him, but we wish him the best in his future endeavors!
To celebrate Eric’s time at Augsburg, please stop by Hagfors 150A on Tuesday, March 28th, 4-5pm to wish him well. All are welcome and we hope to see you there!
Donate Blood and Get a Chance to Win a $250 Gift Card
submitted by jorenbyb@augsburg.edu
The Augsburg Pre-Physician Assistant Club (APPAC), TriBeta, and Augsburg Athletics have teamed up with Memorial Blood Centers to host a Blood Drive on campus. This blood drive is open to all Augsburg students, faculty, staff, and friends. As thanks for giving blood, all presenting donors are automatically entered into weekly drawings for a chance to win a $250 gift card for your choice of Apple or Beats earbuds!
When: Thurs., March 30th, 10am-3pm (sign-up for a time below)
Where: Check-in at the Dome (football field), donate in the Bloodmobile (Lot L)
Sign-up here: https://www.mbcherohub.club/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/71021
Eligibility Guidelines: https://www.mbc.org/donate-blood/guidelines/?_ga=2.105287171.1682280962.1679420836-1191408581.1676050579
For any questions or concerns, please email jorenbyb@augsburg.edu, becker@augsburg.edu, or pearsong@augsburg.edu.
Thank you, and please consider donating to make a difference!
Poetry Readings: Professor Doug Green
submitted by green@augsburg.edu
Doug (D. E.) Green, Professor emeritus in English, will be reading with NYC poet & fellow Shakespearean Heather Dubrow at Eat My Words Bookstore in Minneapolis, 7pm, Wed, 29 March, and again at the Carleton College Library’s Athenaeum in Northfield, 5pm, Tues, 4 April. You’ll hear poems from his latest chapbook, “Catastrophizing in Catastrophe” (2023), as well as from “Jumping the Median” (2019) and brand-new unpublished work. Green and Dubrow would love to see you there.
Sewing in the ShareShop Monday March 27
submitted by bordons@augsburg.edu
Do you have clothes that need repair? Are you interested in learning how to sew? Do you want to find creative ways to keep old items out of the landfill?
Join Spanish Professor Dr. Degner Riveros and the ShareShop team in the ShareShop (Science 8B) every Monday from 10:30 am – 12 pm to sew.
No supplies or no experience? Not a problem! We will have fabric, thread, and other sewing supplies available in the ShareShop to use during this time. If you are new to sewing, we are happy to provide instructions. Or if you have a project you’re working on, feel free to bring that.
We hope to see you there!
Questions? Email: environmentalstewardship@augsburg.edu
TODAY: Women in STEM Alumni/Professional Panel
submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu
Friday, March 24, 2023, 3:10 – 4:10 PM, HC 150A
All are welcome to join the Augsburg Women in STEM group to hear the experiences of three alumna.
Panelists:
Natasha Clark (‘17), Advanced Control Systems Engineer, 3M
Renee Van Siclen (‘11), Data Scientist, Hennepin County
Grace Puchaicela (‘22), Lab Technician, Labcorp
Natasha Clark has held various positions at 3M in areas such as adhesives, sustainability and automation. Shortly after graduating from Augsburg with a B.A in physics she started her career at 3M as Laboratory Technician. She then explored positions in the company’s energy and sustainability as an analyst while obtaining her master’s degree in electrical engineering at the University or St.Thomas. She currently working at 3M as an Advanced Control Systems Engineer to assist in the automated production of 3M’s most popular products such as N95 masks and Post-it Notes.
Renee Van Siclen is a Data Scientist who is passionate about using analytics to solve complex problems and inform strategic decision-making. She has extensive experience in gathering, cleaning, and analyzing large datasets using advanced analytical techniques and visualizing results for clear and effective communication. Renee completed a BA in International Relations at Augsburg and went on to complete a Master’s Degree in Public Policy from the University of Minnesota and a Master’s of Liberal Arts in Data Science from the Harvard Extension School.
Grace Puchaicela graduated from Augsburg University, majoring in Biochemistry. During her time at Augsburg she did research, assisted in an O-Chem lab, volunteered in hospitals out of the country and in nursing homes in the states. She currently works for Labcorp and will soon will start a phlebotomy certification course to help get involved in her community and to contribute toward her ultimate goal which is to become a Physician Assistant (PA) and be able to help underserved people as much as she can.
Sisterhood Boutique On Campus – March 27
submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Local presents a pop-up shop with our neighbors at Sisterhood Boutique, a business run by and for entrepreneurial East African young women in Cedar Riverside. Browse their curated racks of affordable, stylish clothing and accessories in the Christensen Center Lobby on Monday, March 27 from 11am-1pm.
MLife and CLASS Community Hour – Coming Tuesday, March 28
submitted by lanek@augsburg.edu
You are invited to join Multicultural Life and the Center for Learning and Accessible Student Services (CLASS/Disability Resources) for a community hour! This will be held on Tuesday, March 28th, 2023 (2-3:30 p.m.) at Oyate Commons, located in the lower floor of Christensen Center.
During this community hour we will be having a fun community building activity, conversations about disability and intersectionality, and we will be sharing free tech tools that are available to all of our students to ensure their success.
Everyone is invited! We will have snacks and drinks.
If you need disability accommodations to fully participate in this event, contact class@augsburg.edu.
March 30 Interfaith Discussion: Spirituality and Mental Health
submitted by ulringj@augsburg.edu
Join students from the Interfaith Scholars course, and mental health counselor Jimmy Booth for pizza* and discussion on topics of Mental Health and Spirituality.
*Food will be served at the end of the conversation at 7:00pm with the option to take it to-go to accommodate community members who are fasting and would like to join the conversation.
Date: Thursday, March 30
Time: 6pm
Location: OGC 100
April 2 CAIR MN Ramadan Dinner
submitted by ulringj@augsburg.edu
Attend CAIR MN Ramadan Dinner with fellow Auggies and Professors on April 2nd!
(Free, all are welcome!)
When: April 2nd, 5:30pm
Where: Coffman Memorial Union
Getting there: Auggies will leave from Christensen Center Lobby to walk to Coffman at 5:00pm.
More details about the event from CAIR:
“We look forward to connecting with you and sharing with you the great work we have been up to. The event is free and all are welcome.
We are incredibly excited about our 2023 Key Note Speaker. He is a Humanitarian, Activist, Author, and Former NBA Player. Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf, of Gulfport, Mississippi was formerly known as Chris Jackson before reverting to Islam in 1991.
Mahmoud grew up with Tourettes syndrome(undiagnosed until the age of 17) and expresses he”Wouldn’t be the basketball player nor person he is off the court if it wasn’t for Tourette syndrome”. It’s also a driving force in supporting mental health causes and initiatives.
In his unwavering faith in Islam, Abdul Rauf preaches “The goal in life is to find your gift, the purpose in life is to away” which is why today Abdul Rauf spends his time Pulitzer extensively in the U.S. and abroad engagements and basketball training while also partnering with organizations that align with his faith on issues such as Education, Social Justice, Mental Health and Humanitarianism.”
Would you like to attend?
1.RSVP
2. Meet Professor Sarah Degner Riveros in the Christensen Lobby at 5:00 pm on April 2nd to walk over together OR plan your own transportation and meet up with Auggies there : )
3. Questions? Email ulringj@augsburg.edu OR riveross@augsburg.edu
Songs of Hope and Healing
submitted by heidersc@augsburg.edu
On April 28, 2023 at 7 pm in Sateren Auditorium the Augsburg Music Therapy Program will be hosting an event entitled, Songs of Hope and Healing. This is a concert that will feature music therapists sharing and performing songs composed with clients during their therapeutic process. The concert is also designed as an arts-based research experience conducted by the Augsburg Music Therapy faculty. Audience members will have the opportunity to participate by completing a brief questionnaire about their experience listening to these unique songs.
Purim Drag Show
submitted by schacht5@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Hillel + Queer Pride Alliance are hosting a drag show in celebration of the Jewish holiday of Purim. The event will take place Tuesday, March 28th at 7pm in Sateren Auditorium. Attendance is free and will be lots of fun!
MLife and CLASS Community Hour – Coming Tuesday, March 28
submitted by lanek@augsburg.edu
You are invited to join Multicultural Life and the Center for Learning and Accessible Student Services (CLASS/Disability Resources) for a community hour! This will be held on Tuesday, March 28th, 2023 (2-3:30 p.m.) at Oyate Commons, located in the lower floor of Christensen Center.
During this community hour we will be having a fun community building activity, conversations about disability and intersectionality, and we will be sharing free tech tools that are available to all of our students to ensure their success.
Everyone is invited! We will have snacks and drinks.
If you need accommodations to fully participate in this event, contact class@augsburg.edu.
Friday, March 24 – Virtual Start Up Job Market
submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu
Have you ever wondered how to connect with startup companies? Augsburg students have been invited to attend the virtual Startup Job Market event sponsored by the University of Minnesota. All are welcome.
Friday, March 24th
Virtual – powered by Handshake
10:30am-12:30pm
This event connects startup companies with Minnesota talent. Make connections, get career advice, and learn about the needs, opportunities, and recruiting practices of leading startups.
As part of the entrepreneurial spirit of the event, the Startup Job Market is not as structured as typical career fairs. It is important for you to feel comfortable with a little ambiguity, to be able to introduce yourself, to help lead a conversation and follow through to see where that conversation leads.
This networking event will take place virtually through Handshake. When registering you’ll be asked to sign up for appointment times with participating companies.
REGISTER VIA HANDSHAKE TO LEARN MORE
TOMORROW: Women in STEM Alumni/Professional Panel
submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu
Friday, March 24, 2023, 3:10 – 4:10 PM, HC 150A
All are welcome to join the Augsburg Women in STEM group to hear the experiences of three alumna.
Panelists:
Natasha Clark (‘17), Advanced Control Systems Engineer, 3M
Renee Van Siclen (‘11), Data Scientist, Hennepin County
Grace Puchaicela (‘22), Lab Technician, Labcorp
Natasha Clark has held various positions at 3M in areas such as adhesives, sustainability and automation. Shortly after graduating from Augsburg with a B.A in physics she started her career at 3M as Laboratory Technician. She then explored positions in the company’s energy and sustainability as an analyst while obtaining her master’s degree in electrical engineering at the University or St.Thomas. She currently working at 3M as an Advanced Control Systems Engineer to assist in the automated production of 3M’s most popular products such as N95 masks and Post-it Notes.
Renee Van Siclen is a Data Scientist who is passionate about using analytics to solve complex problems and inform strategic decision-making. She has extensive experience in gathering, cleaning, and analyzing large datasets using advanced analytical techniques and visualizing results for clear and effective communication. Renee completed a BA in International Relations at Augsburg and went on to complete a Master’s Degree in Public Policy from the University of Minnesota and a Master’s of Liberal Arts in Data Science from the Harvard Extension School.
Grace Puchaicela graduated from Augsburg University, majoring in Biochemistry. During her time at Augsburg she did research, assisted in an O-Chem lab, volunteered in hospitals out of the country and in nursing homes in the states. She currently works for Labcorp and will soon will start a phlebotomy certification course to help get involved in her community and to contribute toward her ultimate goal which is to become a Physician Assistant (PA) and be able to help underserved people as much as she can.
March 30 Disability Visibility Book Discussion
submitted by ccharles@augsburg.edu
CLASS and Lindell Library invite you to a book discussion for “Disability Visibility: First-Person Stories from the 21st Century” edited by Alice Wong. “This anthology gives a glimpse into the rich complexity of the disabled experience, highlighting the passions, talents, and everyday lives of this community.”
We’ll discuss narratives from Part 1: “Being” on Thursday, March 30, 4:00-5:00 pm in Lindell Library, Room 301. We welcome you (students, faculty, and staff) to this discussion regardless of how much of the book you read! Snacks will be provided.
A few copies of the book are available to borrow from Lindell Library at the circulation desk and from the CLASS Office (LL 216). You can find the book at your favorite bookstore and public library. For questions about this event please contact Paul, laipa@augsburg.edu
Edible Books Festival at Lindell Library
submitted by holleric@augsburg.edu
Calling all cooks and book lovers!
In honor of Edible Book Day, Lindell Library is hosting its first ever Edible Books Festival on Friday, March 31 at 3:00 pm.
An edible book is any dish based on a book or literary theme. Books, poems, short stories, or even graphic novels can serve as inspiration.
All faculty, staff, and students are welcome to submit an entry. Please register your dish and the book that inspired it no later than Thursday, 3/30.
Examples from other libraries’ events can be found at http://bit.ly/42y4SAK and http://bit.ly/3ZXJ0gF.
Even if you don’t submit an entry, please stop by to admire – and EAT – the edible books!
To register or for more information, contact Mary Hollerich at holleric@augsburg.edu or x1603.
CACE Course – Register Now – Creating Heath Equity in Healthcare Certificate
submitted by noblemo@augsburg.edu
This course is designed to create awareness around issues of equity and racial justice in healthcare for those working in the health services.
Please consider sharing the course link below with those in your life who work in healthcare and may be interested in growing in their ability to recognize the scope of work of racial justice—including power, privilege and white supremacy culture, and develop skills to become a change agent in delivering culturally relevant and just healthcare and social services.
If you are interested in the course yourself, a discount is available. Be one of the first 10 students, staff and faculty to register with an Augsburg email and receive a 20% discount. Registration must be received no later than April 11 for the discount.
Zoom sessions: Tuesdays, 3-5pm, April 18, 25, May 2, 9
CEUs are available for nurses and social workers.
Contact the Center for Adult and Continuing Education with questions, comments or concern., We would love to hear from you (cace@augsburg.edu)!
Register for Creating Health Equity in Healthcare Certificate.
CACE Course – Register Now – Disembodying White Supremacy Through Bodywork
submitted by noblemo@augsburg.edu
Registration is now available for Augsburg’s inaugural offering of Disembodying White Supremacy Through Bodywork course. Join us to learn to understand your body’s reaction to racial discomfort, identify where racial stress is stored, and metabolize that discomfort to avoid getting stuck in your anti-racism efforts. Class discussion will focus on healing and ways to root our anti-racism in healing justice. Indigenous, Black and Brown bodies will be offered an affinity space for deeper healing.
Online via Zoom: Mondays, 6-9pm, April 10, 17, 24
Be one of the first 10 Augsburg students, staff and faculty to register with your Augsburg email and receive a 20% discount. Registration must be received no later than April 3 for the discount.
We are excited to be moving forward with this important work at Augsburg, and want to hear from you. Would you like to see something specific offered as continuing education? Would you like to teach a course through CACE? Have feedback for us? Whatever your question, comment or concern, we would love to hear from you (cace@augsburg.edu)!
Check out the CACE website for more information and to register!
Donate Blood and Get a Chance to Win a $250 Gift Card
submitted by jorenbyb@augsburg.edu
The Augsburg Pre-Physician Assistant Club (APPAC), TriBeta, and Augsburg Athletics have teamed up with Memorial Blood Centers to host a Blood Drive on campus. This blood drive is open to all Augsburg students, faculty, staff, and friends. As thanks for giving blood, all presenting donors are automatically entered into weekly drawings for a chance to win a $250 gift card for your choice of Apple or Beats earbuds!
When: Thurs., March 30th, 10am-3pm (sign-up for a time below)
Where: Check-in at the Dome (football field), donate in the Bloodmobile (Lot L)
Sign-up here: https://www.mbcherohub.club/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/71021
Eligibility Guidelines: https://www.mbc.org/donate-blood/guidelines/?_ga=2.105287171.1682280962.1679420836-1191408581.1676050579
We are tabling in Christensen Center on 3/23 (9-1130am), so you can stop by to say hi or ask any questions. You can also email jorenbyb@augsburg.edu, becker@augsburg.edu, or pearsong@augsburg.edu.
Thank you, and please consider donating to make a difference!
Chapel: Jake Schachter ’23
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 11:30 am to hear Jake Schachter ’23, Co-President of Minnesota Hillel – Augsburg, give a reflection for his senior chapel.
MindBodySpirit Cohesion: A Culturally Responsive Approach to Teaching and Learning
submitted by madrids@augsburg.edu
What do you need to know about culturally responsive pedagogies? And why does it matters? New Mexico-based Dr. Flores Carmona will facilitate a keynote conversation on critical pedagogies and multicultural education. Her research and scholarship focused on social justice.
Hoversten Chapel will host this event on April 13th from 2:00 – 4:00 PM. Also, this is an open event to the whole Augsburg community, students, alumni, faculty, and staff. Also, a zoom option will be available.
Refreshments will be provided.
Edible Books Festival at Lindell Library
submitted by holleric@augsburg.edu
Calling all cooks and book lovers!
In honor of Edible Book Day, Lindell Library is hosting its first ever Edible Books Festival on Friday, March 31 at 3:00 pm.
An edible book is any dish based on a book or literary theme. Books, poems, short stories, or even graphic novels can serve as inspiration.
All faculty, staff, and students are welcome to submit an entry. Please register your dish and the book that inspired it no later than Thursday, 3/30.
Examples from other libraries’ events can be found at http://bit.ly/42y4SAK and http://bit.ly/3ZXJ0gF.
Even if you don’t submit an entry, please stop by to admire – and EAT – the edible books!
To register or for more information, contact Mary Hollerich at holleric@augsburg.edu or x1603.
Disability Visibility Book Discussion March 30
submitted by ccharles@augsburg.edu
CLASS and Lindell Library invite you to a book discussion for “Disability Visibility: First-Person Stories from the 21st Century” edited by Alice Wong. “This anthology gives a glimpse into the rich complexity of the disabled experience, highlighting the passions, talents, and everyday lives of this community.”
We’ll discuss narratives from Part 1: “Being” on Thursday, March 30, 4:00-5:00 pm in Lindell Library, Room 301. We welcome you (students, faculty, and staff) to this discussion regardless of how much of the book you read! Snacks will be provided.
A few copies of the book are available to borrow from Lindell Library at the circulation desk and from the CLASS Office (LL 216). You can find the book at your favorite bookstore and public library. For questions about this event please contact Paul, laipa@augsburg.edu
Gage Games TODAY—Come Earn Your Bragging Rights
submitted by ferralez@augsburg.edu
Students, staff, and faculty are invited to the Gage Center for Student Success (Lindell Library) from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. today for some friendly competition and community building. Come earn your bragging rights with giant Jenga, Candy Land, and more!
Women in STEM Alumni/Professional Panel
submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu
Friday, March 24, 2023, 3:10 – 4:10 PM, HC 150A
All are welcome to join the Augsburg Women in STEM group to hear the experiences of three alumna.
Panelists:
Natasha Clark (‘17), Advanced Control Systems Engineer, 3M
Renee Van Siclen (‘11), Data Scientist, Hennepin County
Grace Puchaicela (‘22), Lab Technician, Labcorp
Natasha Clark has held various positions at 3M in areas such as adhesives, sustainability and automation. Shortly after graduating from Augsburg with a B.A in physics she started her career at 3M as Laboratory Technician. She then explored positions in the company’s energy and sustainability as an analyst while obtaining her master’s degree in electrical engineering at the University or St.Thomas. She currently working at 3M as an Advanced Control Systems Engineer to assist in the automated production of 3M’s most popular products such as N95 masks and Post-it Notes.
Renee Van Siclen is a Data Scientist who is passionate about using analytics to solve complex problems and inform strategic decision-making. She has extensive experience in gathering, cleaning, and analyzing large datasets using advanced analytical techniques and visualizing results for clear and effective communication. Renee completed a BA in International Relations at Augsburg and went on to complete a Master’s Degree in Public Policy from the University of Minnesota and a Master’s of Liberal Arts in Data Science from the Harvard Extension School.
Grace Puchaicela graduated from Augsburg University, majoring in Biochemistry. During her time at Augsburg she did research, assisted in an O-Chem lab, volunteered in hospitals out of the country and in nursing homes in the states. She currently works for Labcorp and will soon will start a phlebotomy certification course to help get involved in her community and to contribute toward her ultimate goal which is to become a Physician Assistant (PA) and be able to help underserved people as much as she can.
April 2nd – CAIR MN Ramadan Dinner
submitted by ulringj@augsburg.edu
Attend CAIR MN Ramadan Dinner with fellow Auggies and Professors on April 2nd!
(Free, all are welcome!)
When: April 2nd, 5:30pm
Where: Coffman Memorial Union
Getting there: Auggies will leave from Christensen Center Lobby to walk to Coffman at 5:00pm.
More details about the event from CAIR:
“We look forward to connecting with you and sharing with you the great work we have been up to. The event is free and all are welcome.
We are incredibly excited about our 2023 Key Note Speaker. He is a Humanitarian, Activist, Author, and Former NBA Player. Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf, of Gulfport, Mississippi was formerly known as Chris Jackson before reverting to Islam in 1991.
Mahmoud grew up with Tourettes syndrome(undiagnosed until the age of 17) and expresses he”Wouldn’t be the basketball player nor person he is off the court if it wasn’t for Tourette syndrome”. It’s also a driving force in supporting mental health causes and initiatives.
In his unwavering faith in Islam, Abdul Rauf preaches “The goal in life is to find your gift, the purpose in life is to away” which is why today Abdul Rauf spends his time Pulitzer extensively in the U.S. and abroad engagements and basketball training while also partnering with organizations that align with his faith on issues such as Education, Social Justice, Mental Health and Humanitarianism.”
Would you like to attend?
1.RSVP
2. Meet Professor Sarah Degner Riveros in the Christensen Lobby at 5:00 pm on April 2nd to walk over together OR plan your own transportation and meet up with Auggies there : )
3. Questions? Email ulringj@augsburg.edu OR riveross@augsburg.edu
Interfaith Dinner: Spirituality and Mental Health
submitted by ulringj@augsburg.edu
Join students from the Interfaith Scholars course, and mental health counselor Jimmy Booth for pizza and discussion on topics of Mental Health and Spirituality.
Date: Thursday, March 30
Time: 6pm
Location: OGC 100
Interested in Becoming a Physician Assistant?
submitted by jorenbyb@augsburg.edu
The Augsburg Pre-Physician Assistant Club (APPAC) is having our next meeting TODAY, 3/22, at 1035-1105am in Hagfors 106. Applying to PA schools can be a complex process, so we are learning how to research PA schools and determine which schools may be right for you. This is an important part of the planning process as many schools have varying prerequisite courses or other requirements to apply. You do not need to be pre-PA to be in our club or attend events—anyone interested in pre-health professions can join!
Thank you, and we hope to see you there!
Branwen
Learn more about physician assistants: https://www.aapa.org/about/what-is-a-pa/
Donate Blood and Get a Chance to Win a $250 Gift Card
submitted by jorenbyb@augsburg.edu
The Augsburg Pre-Physician Assistant Club (APPAC), TriBeta, and Augsburg Athletics have teamed up with Memorial Blood Centers to host a Blood Drive on campus. This blood drive is open to all Augsburg students, faculty, staff, and friends. As thanks for giving blood, all presenting donors are automatically entered into weekly drawings for a chance to win a $250 gift card for your choice of Apple or Beats earbuds!
When: Thurs., March 30th, 10am-3pm (sign-up for a time below)
Where: Check-in at the Dome (football field), donate in the Bloodmobile (Lot L)
Sign-up here: https://www.mbcherohub.club/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/71021
Eligibility Guidelines: https://www.mbc.org/donate-blood/guidelines/?_ga=2.105287171.1682280962.1679420836-1191408581.1676050579
We are tabling in Christensen Center on 3/23 (9-1130am), so you can stop by to say hi or ask any questions. You can also email jorenbyb@augsburg.edu, becker@augsburg.edu, or pearsong@augsburg.edu.
Thank you, and please consider donating to make a difference!
Earn $5 – Have Your Resume Reviewed
submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu
Are you in the process of looking for an internship or full-time job?
The Strommen Center is pleased to announce that we are partnering with Northwestern Mutual to review students resumes. Campus Recruiters are volunteering to help students update their resumes. Regardless of your major or what company you are hoping to interview with you are invited to attend.
Sign up in Handshake for a one-on-one 15- minute resume review with a recruiting expert . After your resume questions are answered, you will receive a $5 gift card that can be used at Nabo, Einstein Bros, Kafe Kafeega and the Commons.
Spots for the 15 minute sessions are limited, so sign-up early! We look forward to seeing you in the Strommen Center from 10:00am-12:00pm on Tuesday, March 28th.
If questions please email tilton@augsburg.edu.
Chapel: Muslim Student Association/Ramadan
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 10:40 am to hear Muslim Student Association members speak about their Ramadan traditions and practices.
Mark Hanson, Interfaith Institute Distinguished Fellow, Shares His Vocation Story in Chapel
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Join us on Tuesday March 28th from 11:30 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. in the Hoversten Chapel for the next installment in our Uncovering Vocation series. Rev. Mark Hanson, Distinguished Fellow in our Interfaith Institute will share his story “Formative Disruptions.” Come and learn more about Mark, our community, and how we seek to live our lives for the sake of the neighbor.
Stop by the Study Abroad and Away Table TODAY 11:30 – 1:00
submitted by stoddard@augsburg.edu
Stop by the Study Abroad and Away Table today in Christensen Center from 11:30am to 1:00pm.
We are available to answer your questions about study abroad/away, check in on your application, or give you some information to get started.
Study Abroad & Away opportunities are for all Auggies–with programs ranging in length from 1 week to a semester or year, international locations as well as destinations in the USA, and courses to fit any major.
Every Study Abroad & Away program fulfills your Augsburg Experience requirement, too!
Stop by today for more info!
TODAY 3-4:30pm: Staff Appreciation Celebration 2023
submitted by reederm@augsburg.edu
Augsburg University’s Staff Senate cordially invites you to honor and celebrate the dedication, contributions, and achievements of our staff. Recipients of the Outstanding Staff Award, Newcomer Award, and Department Award will be recognized on this day. We will see you there!
4 Days Left — Nominate a StepUP Alum for the “25 in 25” Outstanding StepUP Alumni Awards
submitted by truaxm@augsburg.edu
In celebration of StepUP’s 25th anniversary, we are recognizing 25 StepUP alumni who have made outstanding contributions to their communities and the cause of recovery. We are calling for nominations to honor these alumni at our 25th anniversary gala on Saturday, May 13, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. the Radisson Blu–Mall of America with the “25 in 25 Outstanding StepUP Alumni” awards.
If you know of a StepUP alum who deserves to be recognized, please fill out this short form. You may also nominate yourself.
Nomination criteria
Nominations are due by 11:59 p.m. Central on Friday, March 24, 2023
The StepUP Gala Committee will determine award recipients
Award recipients will be announced by Friday, March 31, 2023
You may nominate yourself or another StepUP alumnus
Anyone who participated in the StepUP program as a student is eligible to be nominated; nominees do not need to have graduated/completed StepUP or graduated from Augsburg
You may nominate more than one person (you need to fill the form out for each person)
You may nominate someone anonymously or publicly
Current StepUP students are not eligible
Nominees should represent a member of the StepUP community who has made a meaningful difference in the lives of others
You should be able to provide examples of ways that the nominee has demonstrated leadership skills, such as within their community, their career, and/or their recovery
For questions, contact Martha Truax at 651-261-9646 or truaxm@augsburg.edu
Prior to the gala
Award recipients will be interviewed and asked to provide a short biography and photo to share in marketing and promotional materials
At the gala
A special pre-Gala reception will be held for award recipients and their guests
Award recipients will be recognized in printed programs and on stage at the Gala
Due to time constraints, individual award recipients will not be able to speak on stage.
Senior-Latinx Identifying Students From Class of 2022-23
submitted by hernandi@augsburg.edu
Calling all Latinx-Identifying students from the Class of 2022-23!
We are on the lookout for a Senior Student Keynote Speaker interested in representing the Class of 2022-23 for our Latinx Spring Banquet occurring on April 8, 2023. The keynote speaker will have the opportunity to represent their graduating class during a 10-15 minute speech around the theme: ¡Aquí estamos y Aquí Seguimos!
Students interested in this opportunity must fill out the google form by March 29, 2023
The Forum is Next Week — Last Chance to Register
submitted by humerick@augsburg.edu
What is the Forum on Workplace Inclusion?
The forum provides a variety of workshops and experiences that explore equity in the workplace. This year’s theme of combining forces, emphasizes our collective power for change. Students will get the opportunity to experience a professional conference and choose from a variety of sessions that fit their interests and passions. Learn more about the workshops and speakers here: https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/2023-conference/
When/Where is it?
The event will be at the Hilton Minneapolis on Monday March 27th with relevant programming occurring from 12:30pm to 5:30pm. Campus Life will provide free transportation from campus to the event and back for registered students. Registration is first come first serve.
How do I sign up?
Fill out the google interest form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdPerGLdXTaPXWJuflwI1uQhuu5CEo5Mu_zrLO-xvZeN4w1Hg/viewform
Queer Prom 2023
submitted by sutherle@augsburg.edu
Quueer Prom- Saturday March 25 from 7:00pm- 10:00pm in East Commons
Hmong Women Together Colorism Event
submitted by vangpa@augsburg.edu
Come join HWT in our event where we discuss colorism. We will be collaborating with other student orgs, so come by for some good conversation.
Tuesday, March 21, 4-5:30 p.m. in OGC 111
Interested in Becoming a Physician Assistant?
submitted by jorenbyb@augsburg.edu
The Augsburg Pre-Physician Assistant Club (APPAC) is having our next meeting this Wed., 3/22, at 1035-1105am in Hagfors 106. Applying to PA schools can be a complex process, so we are learning how to research PA schools and determine which schools may be right for you. This is an important part of the planning process as many schools have varying prerequisite courses or other requirements to apply. You do not need to be pre-PA to be in our club or attend events—anyone interested in pre-health professions can join!
Thank you, and we hope to see you there!
Branwen
Learn more about physician assistants: https://www.aapa.org/about/what-is-a-pa/
Sign-Up to Donate Blood and Save a Life
submitted by jorenbyb@augsburg.edu
The Augsburg Pre-Physician Assistant Club (APPAC), TriBeta, and Augsburg Athletics have teamed up with Memorial Blood Centers to host a Blood Drive on campus!
When: Thurs., March 30th, 10am-3pm (sign-up for a time below)
Where: Check-in at the Dome (football field), donate in the Bloodmobile (Lot L)
Sign-up here: https://www.mbcherohub.club/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/71021
Please read Eligibility Guidelines
We are tabling in Christensen Center on 3/21 (2-4pm) and 3/23 (9-1130am), so you can stop by to say hi or ask any questions. You can also email jorenbyb@augsburg.edu, becker@augsburg.edu, or pearsong@augsburg.edu.
Thank you and please consider donating to make a difference!
Women in STEM Alumni/Professional Panel
submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu
Friday, March 24, 2023, 3:10 – 4:10 PM, HC 150A
All are welcome to join the Augsburg Women in STEM group to hear the experiences of three alumna.
Panelists:
Natasha Clark (‘17), Advanced Control Systems Engineer, 3M
Renee Van Siclen (‘11), Data Scientist, Hennepin County
Grace Puchaicela (‘22), Lab Technician, Labcorp
Natasha Clark has held various positions at 3M in areas such as adhesives, sustainability and automation. Shortly after graduating from Augsburg with a B.A in physics she started her career at 3M as Laboratory Technician. She then explored positions in the company’s energy and sustainability as an analyst while obtaining her master’s degree in electrical engineering at the University or St.Thomas. She currently working at 3M as an Advanced Control Systems Engineer to assist in the automated production of 3M’s most popular products such as N95 masks and Post-it Notes.
Renee Van Siclen is a Data Scientist who is passionate about using analytics to solve complex problems and inform strategic decision-making. She has extensive experience in gathering, cleaning, and analyzing large datasets using advanced analytical techniques and visualizing results for clear and effective communication. Renee completed a BA in International Relations at Augsburg and went on to complete a Master’s Degree in Public Policy from the University of Minnesota and a Master’s of Liberal Arts in Data Science from the Harvard Extension School.
Grace Puchaicela graduated from Augsburg University, majoring in Biochemistry. During her time at Augsburg she did research, assisted in an O-Chem lab, volunteered in hospitals out of the country and in nursing homes in the states. She currently works for Labcorp and will soon will start a phlebotomy certification course to help get involved in her community and to contribute toward her ultimate goal which is to become a Physician Assistant (PA) and be able to help underserved people as much as she can.
Chapel: Jane Ulring
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
Please join us in Hoversten chapel at 11:30 am today to hear Jane Ulring, Managing Director of Interfaith at Augsburg, preach on “Messy Joy, Imperfect Praise, and other Lessons from Spring.” Next Tuesday, March 28th, Mark Hanson will share his story “Formative Disruptions” in the next installment of the Uncovering Vocation series.
Disability Visibility Book Discussion March 30
submitted by ccharles@augsburg.edu
CLASS and Lindell Library invite you to a book discussion for “Disability Visibility: First-Person Stories from the 21st Century” edited by Alice Wong. “This anthology gives a glimpse into the rich complexity of the disabled experience, highlighting the passions, talents, and everyday lives of this community.”
We’ll discuss narratives from Part 1: “Being” on Thursday, March 30, 4:00-5:00 pm in Lindell Library, Room 301. We welcome you (students, faculty, and staff) to this discussion regardless of how much of the book you read! Snacks will be provided.
A few copies of the book are available to borrow from Lindell Library at the circulation desk and from the CLASS Office (LL 216). You can find the book at your favorite bookstore and public library. For questions about this event please contact Paul, laipa@augsburg.edu
Bakken Museum
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
TriBeta is going to the Bakken Museum this Saturday, March 25! If you would like to join us, please RSVP by Wednesday, March 22nd at noon so we can get enough tickets.
Email pearsong@augsburg.edu with any questions.
April 2 – CAIR MN Ramadan Dinner
submitted by ulringj@augsburg.edu
Attend CAIR MN Ramadan Dinner with fellow Auggies and Professors on April 2nd!
(Free, all are welcome!)
When: April 2nd, 5:30pm
Where: Coffman Memorial Union
Getting there: Auggies will leave from Christensen Center Lobby to walk to Coffman at 5:00pm.
More details about the event from CAIR:
“We look forward to connecting with you and sharing with you the great work we have been up to. The event is free and all are welcome.
We are incredibly excited about our 2023 Key Note Speaker. He is a Humanitarian, Activist, Author, and Former NBA Player. Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf, of Gulfport, Mississippi was formerly known as Chris Jackson before reverting to Islam in 1991.
Mahmoud grew up with Tourettes syndrome(undiagnosed until the age of 17) and expresses he”Wouldn’t be the basketball player nor person he is off the court if it wasn’t for Tourette syndrome”. It’s also a driving force in supporting mental health causes and initiatives.
In his unwavering faith in Islam, Abdul Rauf preaches “The goal in life is to find your gift, the purpose in life is to away” which is why today Abdul Rauf spends his time Pulitzer extensively in the U.S. and abroad engagements and basketball training while also partnering with organizations that align with his faith on issues such as Education, Social Justice, Mental Health and Humanitarianism.”
Would you like to attend?
1.RSVP
2. Meet Professor Sarah Degner Riveros in the Christensen Lobby at 5:00 pm on April 2nd to walk over together OR plan your own transportation and meet up with Auggies there : )
3. Questions? Email ulringj@augsburg.edu OR riveross@augsburg.edu
Earn $5 – Have Your Resume Reviewed
submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu
Are you in the process of looking for an internship or full-time job?
The Strommen Center is pleased to announce that we are partnering with Northwestern Mutual to review students resumes. Campus Recruiters are volunteering to help students update their resumes. Regardless of your major or what company you are hoping to interview with you are invited to attend.
Sign up in Handshake for a one-on-one 15- minute resume review with a recruiting expert . After your resume questions are answered, you will receive a $5 gift card that can be used at Nabo, Einstein Bros, Kafe Kafeega and the Commons.
Spots for the 15 minute sessions are limited, so sign-up early! We look forward to seeing you in the Strommen Center from 10:00am-12:00pm on Tuesday, March 28th.
If questions please email tilton@augsburg.edu.
Interfaith Dinner: Spirituality and Mental Health
submitted by ulringj@augsburg.edu
Join students from the Interfaith Scholars course, and mental health counselor Jimmy Booth for pizza and discussion on topics of Mental Health and Spirituality.
Time: 6pm
Location: OGC 100
Gage Games: Students, Staff, and Faculty Are Welcome
submitted by ferralez@augsburg.edu
Visit the Gage Center for Student Success on Wednesday, March 22, 10am to 1pm, to meet Gage Center staff and earn some bragging rights in Jenga, Candy Land, and many more!
Women in STEM Alumni/Professional Panel
submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu
Friday, March 24, 2023, 3:10 – 4:10 PM, HC 150A
All are welcome to join the Augsburg Women in STEM group to hear the experiences of three alumna.
Panelists:
Natasha Clark (‘17), Advanced Control Systems Engineer, 3M
Renee Van Siclen (‘11), Data Scientist, Hennepin County
Grace Puchaicela (‘22), Lab Technician, Labcorp
Natasha Clark has held various positions at 3M in areas such as adhesives, sustainability and automation. Shortly after graduating from Augsburg with a B.A in physics she started her career at 3M as Laboratory Technician. She then explored positions in the company’s energy and sustainability as an analyst while obtaining her master’s degree in electrical engineering at the University or St.Thomas. She currently working at 3M as an Advanced Control Systems Engineer to assist in the automated production of 3M’s most popular products such as N95 masks and Post-it Notes.
Renee Van Siclen is a Data Scientist who is passionate about using analytics to solve complex problems and inform strategic decision-making. She has extensive experience in gathering, cleaning, and analyzing large datasets using advanced analytical techniques and visualizing results for clear and effective communication. Renee completed a BA in International Relations at Augsburg and went on to complete a Master’s Degree in Public Policy from the University of Minnesota and a Master’s of Liberal Arts in Data Science from the Harvard Extension School.
Grace Puchaicela graduated from Augsburg University, majoring in Biochemistry. During her time at Augsburg she did research, assisted in an O-Chem lab, volunteered in hospitals out of the country and in nursing homes in the states. She currently works for Labcorp and will soon will start a phlebotomy certification course to help get involved in her community and to contribute toward her ultimate goal which is to become a Physician’s Assistant (PA) and be able to help underserved people as much as she can.
Attend the Next Whole Leader Roundtable on April 12th
submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu
Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to participate in our upcoming Whole Leader Roundtable. Hosted by the Reell Office of Seeing Things Whole, these gatherings allow leaders the opportunity to network and provide insight to each other on the leadership challenges of today.
JOIN US AT THE NEXT ROUNDTABLE ON APRIL 12
Our next in-person Whole Leader Roundtable is Wednesday, April 12th at Augsburg. You can also check out the Whole Leader Roundtable Schedule online at https://www.augsburg.edu/seeingthingswhole/whole-leaders/roundtables/. The Roundtable is free, but advanced registration is required.
Our next Zoom Roundtable is Friday, April 21⋅12:00 – 1:15pm. This opportunity is open to current Augsburg Graduate Students only.
Contact Keri Clifton at cliftonk@augsburg.edu to register for either opportunity or to get more information.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
One individual brings a challenge for the group to explore using the Seeing Things Whole Threefold Model to understand a “whole” way forward. Advice is not given, but questions are asked as the group supports the individual to discover the many dimensions of the challenge.
Challenges can be anything the individual is navigating, including how to balance work and life, how to make professional decisions about a new career path, or how sustain oneself in a challenging yet fulfilling environment.
Through the Roundtable, we build trusting relationships that support leaders to reflect openly and gain insight to tackle challenges. This process supports their ability to see things whole.
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
Read what past Roundtable participants are saying.
“I find the model to be very thorough in a way that fosters a unique depth of conversation.”
“I am more mindful of others. We all have stories and hearing the others reminds me the people I interact with on a daily basis have stories as well that affect our interactions.”
https://www.augsburg.edu/seeingthingswhole/whole-leaders/roundtables/
Sisterhood Boutique Pop-Up Sale Today
submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Local presents a pop-up shop with our neighbors at Sisterhood Boutique, a business run by and for entrepreneurial East African young women in Cedar Riverside. Browse their curated racks of affordable, stylish clothing and accessories in the Christensen Center Lobby today from 11am-1pm.
Earth Month 2023 Is Coming
submitted by mcdaniem@augsburg.edu
Come rekindle community, self-heal, and reconnect with the Earth through celebrations during Earth Month. These campus-wide, cross-department collaborative events will allow Augsburg students, staff, and faculty further connection to green spaces on campus, engagement with educational experiences by all forms of teachers, and the opportunity to build solidarity with social justice work bonded by intersectionality. Together in community, engage with local writers Erin Sharkey & Michael Kleber-Diggs in celebration of A Darker Wilderness (4/3), share in the art of resistance (4/13), bike/walk/roll to campus (4/21), eat/buy local, love water, share your voice at the State Capitol (4/11), and finish the month with a community bonfire into the sunset (4/25).
Mii omaa akiing endaayang – The Earth is our Home
Follow @sustainable_augsburgu & @augsburg_eac on Instagram for regular updates.
Make a contribution! During April’s Earth Month (and year-round), the ShareShop is accepting donations of gently-used items! These items will be redistributed back to students in the fall. As you move out of your residence hall or do some spring cleaning, drop off your donations with a student leader at Science Hall 8. Checkout the ShareShop website for accepted items and expanded hours during MoveOut.
Women in STEM Alumni/Professional Panel
submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu
Friday, March 24, 2023, 3:10 – 4:10 PM, HC 150A
All are welcome to join the Augsburg Women in STEM group to hear the experiences of three alumna.
Panelists:
Natasha Clark (‘17), Advanced Control Systems Engineer, 3M
Renee Van Siclen (‘11), Data Scientist, Hennepin County
Grace Puchaicela (‘22), Lab Technician, Labcorp
Natasha Clark has held various positions at 3M in areas such as adhesives, sustainability and automation. Shortly after graduating from Augsburg with a B.A in physics she started her career at 3M as Laboratory Technician. She then explored positions in the company’s energy and sustainability as an analyst while obtaining her master’s degree in electrical engineering at the University or St.Thomas. She currently working at 3M as an Advanced Control Systems Engineer to assist in the automated production of 3M’s most popular products such as N95 masks and Post-it Notes.
Renee Van Siclen is a Data Scientist who is passionate about using analytics to solve complex problems and inform strategic decision-making. She has extensive experience in gathering, cleaning, and analyzing large datasets using advanced analytical techniques and visualizing results for clear and effective communication. Renee completed a BA in International Relations at Augsburg and went on to complete a Master’s Degree in Public Policy from the University of Minnesota and a Master’s of Liberal Arts in Data Science from the Harvard Extension School.
Grace Puchaicela graduated from Augsburg University, majoring in Biochemistry. During her time at Augsburg she did research, assisted in an O-Chem lab, volunteered in hospitals out of the country and in nursing homes in the states. She currently works for Labcorp and will soon will start a phlebotomy certification course to help get involved in her community and to contribute toward her ultimate goal which is to become a Physician’s Assistant (PA) and be able to help underserved people as much as she can.
Sisterhood Boutique on Campus – March 20
submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Local presents a pop-up shop with our neighbors at Sisterhood Boutique, a business run by and for entrepreneurial East African young women in Cedar Riverside. Browse their curated racks of affordable, stylish clothing and accessories in the Christensen Center Lobby on Monday, March 20 from 11am-1pm.
CACE Course – Register Now – Disembodying White Supremacy Through Bodywork
submitted by noblemo@augsburg.edu
Registration is now available for Augsburg’s inaugural offering of Disembodying White Supremacy Through Bodywork course. Join us to learn to understand your body’s reaction to racial discomfort, identify where racial stress is stored, and metabolize that discomfort to avoid getting stuck in your anti-racism efforts. Class discussion will focus on healing and ways to root our anti-racism in healing justice. Indigenous, Black and Brown bodies will be offered an affinity space for deeper healing.
Online: Mondays, 6-9pm, April 10, 17, 24
Be one of the first 10 Augsburg students, staff and faculty to register with your Augsburg email and receive a 20% discount. Registration must be received no later than April 3 for the discount.
We are excited to be moving forward with this important work at Augsburg, and want to hear from you. Would you like to see something specific offered as continuing education? Would you like to teach a course through CACE? Have feedback for us? Whatever your question, comment or concern, we would love to hear from you (cace@augsburg.edu)
Check out the CACE website for more information and to register!
Women in STEM Alumni/Professional Panel
submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu
Friday, March 24, 2023, 3:10 – 4:10 PM, HC 150A
All are welcome to join the Augsburg Women in STEM group to hear the experiences of three alumna.
Panelists:
Natasha Clark (‘17), Advanced Control Systems Engineer, 3M
Renee Van Siclen (‘11), Data Scientist, Hennepin County
Grace Puchaicela (‘22), Lab Technician, Labcorp
Natasha Clark has held various positions at 3M in areas such as adhesives, sustainability and automation. Shortly after graduating from Augsburg with a B.A in physics she started her career at 3M as Laboratory Technician. She then explored positions in the company’s energy and sustainability as an analyst while obtaining her master’s degree in electrical engineering at the University or St.Thomas. She currently working at 3M as an Advanced Control Systems Engineer to assist in the automated production of 3M’s most popular products such as N95 masks and Post-it Notes.
Renee Van Siclen is a Data Scientist who is passionate about using analytics to solve complex problems and inform strategic decision-making. She has extensive experience in gathering, cleaning, and analyzing large datasets using advanced analytical techniques and visualizing results for clear and effective communication. Renee completed a BA in International Relations at Augsburg and went on to complete a Master’s Degree in Public Policy from the University of Minnesota and a Master’s of Liberal Arts in Data Science from the Harvard Extension School.
Grace Puchaicela graduated from Augsburg University, majoring in Biochemistry. During her time at Augsburg she did research, assisted in an O-Chem lab, volunteered in hospitals out of the country and in nursing homes in the states. She currently works for Labcorp and will soon will start a phlebotomy certification course to help get involved in her community and to contribute toward her ultimate goal which is to become a Physician’s Assistant (PA) and be able to help underserved people as much as she can.
Sisterhood Boutique on Campus – March 20
submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Local presents a pop-up shop with our neighbors at Sisterhood Boutique, a nonprofit run by and for entrepreneurial East African young women in Cedar Riverside. Browse their curated racks of affordable, stylish clothing and accessories in the Christensen Center Lobby on Monday, March 20 from 11am-1pm.
Disability Visibility Book Discussion March 30
submitted by ccharles@augsburg.edu
CLASS and Lindell Library invite you to a book discussion for “Disability Visibility: First-Person Stories from the 21st Century” edited by Alice Wong. “This anthology gives a glimpse into the rich complexity of the disabled experience, highlighting the passions, talents, and everyday lives of this community.”
We’ll discuss narratives from Part 1: “Being” on Thursday, March 30, 4:00-5:00 pm in Lindell Library, Room 301. We welcome you (students, faculty, and staff) to this discussion regardless of how much of the book you read! Snacks will be provided.
A few copies of the book are available to borrow from Lindell Library at the circulation desk and from the CLASS Office (LL 216). You can find the book at your favorite bookstore and public library. For questions about this event please contact Paul, laipa@augsburg.edu
Disability Visibility Book Discussion March 30
submitted by ccharles@augsburg.edu
CLASS and Lindell Library invite you to a book discussion for “Disability Visibility: First-Person Stories from the 21st Century” edited by Alice Wong. “This anthology gives a glimpse into the rich complexity of the disabled experience, highlighting the passions, talents, and everyday lives of this community.”
We’ll discuss narratives from Part 1: “Being” on Thursday, March 30, 4:00-5:00 pm in Lindell Library, Room 301. We welcome you (students, faculty, and staff) to this discussion regardless of how much of the book you read! Snacks will be provided.
A few copies of the book are available to borrow from Lindell Library at the circulation desk and from the CLASS Office (LL 216). You can find the book at your favorite bookstore and public library. For questions about this event please contact Paul, laipa@augsburg.edu
Women in STEM Alumni/Professional Panel
submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu
Friday, March 24, 2023, 3:10 – 4:10 PM, HC 150A
All are welcome to join the Augsburg Women in STEM group to hear the experiences of three alumna.
Panelists:
Natasha Clark (‘17), Advanced Control Systems Engineer, 3M
Renee Van Siclen (‘11), Data Scientist, Hennepin County
Grace Puchaicela (‘22), Lab Technician, Labcorp
Natasha Clark has held various positions at 3M in areas such as adhesives, sustainability and automation. Shortly after graduating from Augsburg with a B.A in physics she started her career at 3M as Laboratory Technician. She then explored positions in the company’s energy and sustainability as an analyst while obtaining her master’s degree in electrical engineering at the University or St.Thomas. She currently working at 3M as an Advanced Control Systems Engineer to assist in the automated production of 3M’s most popular products such as N95 masks and Post-it Notes.
Renee Van Siclen is a Data Scientist who is passionate about using analytics to solve complex problems and inform strategic decision-making. She has extensive experience in gathering, cleaning, and analyzing large datasets using advanced analytical techniques and visualizing results for clear and effective communication. Renee completed a BA in International Relations at Augsburg and went on to complete a Master’s Degree in Public Policy from the University of Minnesota and a Master’s of Liberal Arts in Data Science from the Harvard Extension School.
Grace Puchaicela graduated from Augsburg University, majoring in Biochemistry. During her time at Augsburg she did research, assisted in an O-Chem lab, volunteered in hospitals out of the country and in nursing homes in the states. She currently works for Labcorp and will soon will start a phlebotomy certification course to help get involved in her community and to contribute toward her ultimate goal which is to become a Physician’s Assistant (PA) and be able to help underserved people as much as she can.
TODAY: Community Forum on Minneapolis Zoning Laws
submitted by underhil@augsburg.edu
As part of the recently passed “Minneapolis 2040” plan, the city is in the process of rezoning (regulating what kinds of buildings and activities can occur in various parts of town). The results of this remapping will have major impacts on local neighborhoods, including those around the Augsburg campus. The Center for Earth, Energy, and Democracy (CEED) is hosting a community forum to gather input and ideas from local residents about the potential changes to local land use regulation. The event is open to all and will be an opportunity to learn more the process and express your views of potential changes in what Minneapolis looks like in the years ahead.
Today, Mar. 15th from 4:30 – 6:00 in Hagfors 150A
Join Us for Somali Snacks and Info on the East African Debate League
submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu
Are you looking for a way to support Twin Cities youth? Join us at the UMN Liberal Arts Engagement Hub to learn more about how you can participate in judging for the East Debate League, a powerful program that helps East African students build confidence, academic skills, and pride in their identity!
EVENT DATES:
Join us in the UMN Liberal Arts Engagement Hub at Pillsbury Hall for light snacks and our presentation on these dates:
3/16: 3:30pm-4:30pm
3/22: 5:30pm-6:30pm
WHAT IS THE EAST AFRICAN DEBATE LEAGUE?
The Minnesota Urban Debate League, a program of Augsburg University, serves 9 districts across the Twin Cities Metro by providing the resources schools need to have successful debate teams. In 2015, with the help of community and on-campus partners, we hosted the Somali Debate Initiative Tournament – the first program of its kind in the nation. This tournament has grown into regular spring programming serving more than 100 students per year. In 2019, we rebranded the program to the East African Debate League, expanding our focus to include more students in these discussions about essential issues affecting the East African community.
From May-June, East African students debate a critical topic chosen by the community. Students have the opportunity to debate at three tournaments, leading to our special championship/community celebration event.
GET INVOLVED WITH EAST AFRICAN DEBATE
As we return to in-person programming after several years of virtual tournaments, we need in-person judges who can work with us in the Twin Cities!
No experience with debate is needed. Judges watch debate rounds and then evaluate teams on argumentation, logic, and public speaking skills.
Volunteers receive a short training and all necessary materials prior to the start of tournaments. Please attend our event to learn more, including how to become a paid judge!
Register for the event here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/east-african-debate-interest-event-tickets-558302286167
Calling Fluent Spanish Speakers! Enjoy Refreshments and Learn More About Earning $$ as a Debate Judge
submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu
Are you fluent in Spanish? Looking for a way to support Twin Cities youth? Join us at the UMN Liberal Arts Engagement Hub to learn more about how you can participate in the Spanish Debate League, a powerful program that helps young Spanish speakers build confidence, academic skills, and pride in their identity!
EVENT DATES:
Register for 3/21, 5:30-6:30 PM
WHAT IS THE SPANISH DEBATE LEAGUE?
The Minnesota Urban Debate League, a program of Augsburg University, serves 9 districts across the Twin Cities Metro by providing the resources schools need to have successful debate teams. In 2014, Spanish-speaking students and coaches took our policy debate format and transformed it into the Spanish Debate League.
In this program, all rounds and judging are held entirely in Spanish. Tournaments are held on weeknights April-May. Both middle and high school students compete in our tournaments, with a divisions to suit every level of Spanish mastery.
JUDGES EARN $55 PER TOURNAMENT!
Judges must be fluent in Spanish, but no prior judging experience is necessary to volunteer! Volunteers receive a short training and all necessary materials prior to the start of tournaments. Please attend our event to learn more!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/learn-about-the-spanish-debate-league-tickets-588405475617
CACE Course—Register Now: Creating Heath Equity in Healthcare Certificate
submitted by noblemo@augsburg.edu
Be one of the first 10 students, staff and faculty to register with an Augsburg email and receive a 20% discount. Registration must be received no later than April 11 for the discount.
Designed for those in the health services, join us to grow in your ability to create awareness around issues of equity and racial justice in healthcare in our Creating Health Equity in Healthcare Certificate course. The course will also help you to recognize the scope of work of racial justice—including power, privilege and white supremacy culture, and develop skills to become a change agent in delivering culturally relevant and just healthcare and social services. At the end of the course you will be issued a Creating Health Equity in Healthcare Certificate.
Each week of this four-week continuing education course, plan to participate in a two-hour online Zoom session led by Augsburg faculty. Outside of those class sessions, plan to read articles, watch videos, engage in self-directed health equity activities and reflective writing aimed at transforming learning into action.
Zoom sessions: Tuesdays, 3-5pm, April 18, 25, May 2, 9
CEUs: If you attend all of the course sessions and complete all activities, you will receive a certificate for 16 contact hours that may be used for nursing and social work relicensing. You will be issued a Creating Health Equity in Healthcare Certificate shortly after completing the course
We are excited to be moving forward with this important work at Augsburg, and want to hear from you. Would you like to see something specific offered as continuing education? Would you like to teach a course through CACE? Have feedback for us? Whatever your question, comment or concern, we would love to hear from you (cace@augsburg.edu)!
Register for Creating Health Equity in Healthcare Certificate.
Women in STEM Alumni/Professional Panel
submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu
Friday, March 24, 2023, 3:10 – 4:10 PM, HC 150A
All are welcome to join the Augsburg Women in STEM group to hear the experiences of three alumna.
Panelists:
Natasha Clark (‘17), Advanced Control Systems Engineer, 3M
Renee Van Siclen (‘11), Data Scientist, Hennepin County
Grace Puchaicela (‘22), Lab Technician, Labcorp
Natasha Clark has held various positions at 3M in areas such as adhesives, sustainability and automation. Shortly after graduating from Augsburg with a B.A in physics she started her career at 3M as Laboratory Technician. She then explored positions in the company’s energy and sustainability as an analyst while obtaining her master’s degree in electrical engineering at the University or St.Thomas. She currently working at 3M as an Advanced Control Systems Engineer to assist in the automated production of 3M’s most popular products such as N95 masks and Post-it Notes.
Renee Van Siclen is a Data Scientist who is passionate about using analytics to solve complex problems and inform strategic decision-making. She has extensive experience in gathering, cleaning, and analyzing large datasets using advanced analytical techniques and visualizing results for clear and effective communication. Renee completed a BA in International Relations at Augsburg and went on to complete a Master’s Degree in Public Policy from the University of Minnesota and a Master’s of Liberal Arts in Data Science from the Harvard Extension School.
Grace Puchaicela graduated from Augsburg University, majoring in Biochemistry. During her time at Augsburg she did research, assisted in an O-Chem lab, volunteered in hospitals out of the country and in nursing homes in the states. She currently works for Labcorp and will soon will start a phlebotomy certification course to help get involved in her community and to contribute toward her ultimate goal which is to become a Physician’s Assistant (PA) and be able to help underserved people as much as she can.
Disability Visibility Book Discussion March 30
submitted by ccharles@augsburg.edu
CLASS and Lindell Library invite you to a book discussion for “Disability Visibility: First-Person Stories from the 21st Century” edited by Alice Wong. “This anthology gives a glimpse into the rich complexity of the disabled experience, highlighting the passions, talents, and everyday lives of this community.”
We’ll discuss narratives from Part 1: “Being” on Thursday, March 30, 4:00-5:00 pm in Lindell Library, Room 301. We welcome you (students, faculty, and staff) to this discussion regardless of how much of the book you read! Snacks will be provided.
A few copies of the book are available to borrow from Lindell Library at the circulation desk and from the CLASS Office (LL 216). You can find the book at your favorite bookstore and public library. For questions about this event please contact Paul, laipa@augsburg.edu
Queer and Trans* Ecologies Interdisciplinary Initiative – March 23-25, 2023
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
The Queer and Trans* Ecologies Interdisciplinary Initiative spans the arts, humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences to explore questions in the fields of queer and trans* ecologies about new embodiments and social relations in the Anthropocene. They are planning a dynamic, multi-day symposium on the University of Minnesota—Twin Cities campus on March 23-25, 2023. The event is free and open to all with required registration and Covid-19 safety protocols.
Follow them on Instagram: @queertransecologies
To register and learn more, visit: https://queerandtransecologies.com/
To register and learn more, visit: https://queerandtransecologies.com/
CACE Course – Register Now: Disembodying White Supremacy Through Bodywork
submitted by noblemo@augsburg.edu
Registration is now available for Augsburg’s inaugural offerings of Disembodying White Supremacy Through Bodywork course. Join us to learn to understand your body’s reaction to racial discomfort, identify where racial stress is stored, and metabolize that discomfort to avoid getting stuck in your anti-racism efforts. Class discussion will focus on healing and ways to root our anti-racism in healing justice. Indigenous, Black and Brown bodies will be offered an affinity space for deeper healing.
In-person: Mondays, 6-9pm, March 20, 27, and April 3
Be one of the first 10 Augsburg students, staff and faculty to register with your Augsburg email and receive a 50% discount. Registration must be received no later than March 13 for the discount.
Online: Mondays, 6-9pm, April 10, 17, 24
Be one of the first 10 Augsburg students, staff and faculty to register with your Augsburg email and receive a 20% discount. Registration must be received no later than April 3 for the discount.
We are excited to be moving forward with this important work at Augsburg, and want to hear from you. Would you like to see something specific offered as continuing education? Would you like to teach a course through CACE? Have feedback for us? Whatever your question, comment or concern, we would love to hear from you (cace@augsburg.edu)!
Check out the CACE website for more information and to register!
Women in STEM Alumni/Professional Panel
submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu
Friday, March 24, 2023, 3:10 – 4:10 PM, HC 150A
All are welcome to join the Augsburg Women in STEM group to hear the experiences of three alumna.
Panelists:
Natasha Clark (‘17), Advanced Control Systems Engineer, 3M
Renee Van Siclen (‘11), Data Scientist, Hennepin County
Grace Puchaicela (‘22), Lab Technician, Labcorp
Natasha Clark has held various positions at 3M in areas such as adhesives, sustainability and automation. Shortly after graduating from Augsburg with a B.A in physics she started her career at 3M as Laboratory Technician. She then explored positions in the company’s energy and sustainability as an analyst while obtaining her master’s degree in electrical engineering at the University or St.Thomas. She currently working at 3M as an Advanced Control Systems Engineer to assist in the automated production of 3M’s most popular products such as N95 masks and Post-it Notes.
Renee Van Siclen is a Data Scientist who is passionate about using analytics to solve complex problems and inform strategic decision-making. She has extensive experience in gathering, cleaning, and analyzing large datasets using advanced analytical techniques and visualizing results for clear and effective communication. Renee completed a BA in International Relations at Augsburg and went on to complete a Master’s Degree in Public Policy from the University of Minnesota and a Master’s of Liberal Arts in Data Science from the Harvard Extension School.
Grace Puchaicela graduated from Augsburg University, majoring in Biochemistry. During her time at Augsburg she did research, assisted in an O-Chem lab, volunteered in hospitals out of the country and in nursing homes in the states. She currently works for Labcorp and will soon will start a phlebotomy certification course to help get involved in her community and to contribute toward her ultimate goal which is to become a Physician’s Assistant (PA) and be able to help underserved people as much as she can.
Tuesday, March 21, 1-4 p.m. | Rally at the Capitol: Support The Clyde Bellecourt Legacy Initiative
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Rally at the Capitol: Support The Clyde Bellecourt Urban Indigenous Legacy Initiative
Please join us for a rally at the Capitol on March 21 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm to support the Urban Indigenous Legacy Initiative, a campaign to transform the Indigenous landscape in the Twin Cities with 14 new facilities to better serve our communities.
Learn more here.
Ain Dah Yung (Our Home) Center
American Indian Community Development Corporation
American Indian Family Center
American Indian OIC
Department of Indian Work
Dream of Wild Health
Division of Indian Work
Indigenous Peoples Task Force
Little Earth
Lower Phalen Creek Project – Wakan Tipi Center
MIGIZI
Minneapolis American Indian Center
Minnesota Indian Women’s Resource Center
Montessori American Indian Childcare Center
Native American Community Development Institute – NACDI
New Native Theatre
Women in STEM Alumni/Professional Panel
submitted by dupont@augsburg.edu
Friday, March 24, 2023, 3:10 – 4:10 PM, HC 150A
All are welcome to join the Augsburg Women in STEM group to hear the experiences of three alumna.
Panelists:
Natasha Clark (‘17), Advanced Control Systems Engineer, 3M
Renee Van Siclen (‘11), Data Scientist, Hennepin County
Grace Puchaicela (‘22), Lab Technician, Labcorp
Natasha Clark has held various positions at 3M in areas such as adhesives, sustainability and automation. Shortly after graduating from Augsburg with a B.A in physics she started her career at 3M as Laboratory Technician. She then explored positions in the company’s energy and sustainability as an analyst while obtaining her master’s degree in electrical engineering at the University or St.Thomas. She currently working at 3M as an Advanced Control Systems Engineer to assist in the automated production of 3M’s most popular products such as N95 masks and Post-it Notes.
Renee Van Siclen is a Data Scientist who is passionate about using analytics to solve complex problems and inform strategic decision-making. She has extensive experience in gathering, cleaning, and analyzing large datasets using advanced analytical techniques and visualizing results for clear and effective communication. Renee completed a BA in International Relations at Augsburg and went on to complete a Master’s Degree in Public Policy from the University of Minnesota and a Master’s of Liberal Arts in Data Science from the Harvard Extension School.
Grace Puchaicela graduated from Augsburg University, majoring in Biochemistry. During her time at Augsburg she did research, assisted in an O-Chem lab, volunteered in hospitals out of the country and in nursing homes in the states. She currently works for Labcorp and will soon will start a phlebotomy certification course to help get involved in her community and to contribute toward her ultimate goal which is to become a Physician’s Assistant (PA) and be able to help underserved people as much as she can.
AASA’s Asian Celebration Show
submitted by vangpa@augsburg.edu
The Asian Celebration Show takes place during our Pan Asian Week to celebrate and appreciate all Asian identities and cultures by showcasing a variety of Asian performances through different mediums, such as singing, acting, modeling traditional clothing, dancing, and instrument playing. Please note that this is a formal event, so please dress accordingly. And dinner will be provided during this event. WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!!
Friday, March 10
6–9 p.m.
Hoversten Chapel
If you need any disability-related accommodation to participate in the event, don’t hesitate to contact University Events at (events@augsburg.edu) or (612-330-1104). Please allow for sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
Tuesday, March 21, 1–4 p.m. | Rally at the Capitol: Support The Clyde Bellecourt Legacy Initiative
submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu
Tuesday, March 21, 1-4pm | Rally at the Capitol: Support The Clyde Bellecourt Legacy Initiative
Rally at the Capitol: Support The Clyde Bellecourt Urban Indigenous Legacy Initiative
Please join us for a rally at the Capitol on March 21 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm to support the Urban Indigenous Legacy Initiative, a campaign to transform the Indigenous landscape in the Twin Cities with 14 new facilities to better serve our communities.
Ain Dah Yung (Our Home) Center
American Indian Community Development Corporation
American Indian Family Center
American Indian OIC
Department of Indian Work
Dream of Wild Health
Division of Indian Work
Indigenous Peoples Task Force
Little Earth
Lower Phalen Creek Project – Wakan Tipi Center
MIGIZI
Minneapolis American Indian Center
Minnesota Indian Women’s Resource Center
Montessori American Indian Childcare Center
Native American Community Development Institute – NACDI
New Native Theatre
Riverside Jams Concert – Calling All Musicians
submitted by edensm@augsburg.edu
Hello! ASMTA is hosting a benefit concert to fundraise money so we can send some of our students to the World Congress of Music Therapy this summer in Canada! If you are in a band, solo act, write your own music, or love performing any type of music, sign up for our concert! We will be hosting this concert in the Chapel on April 15th from 3-6 pm. If you have any questions, feel free to email us at glr.augsburg@gmail.com 🙂
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeTENXOSL2zkYeWzlit8ORsvHVFEXuiUacHpdsvULySJR8yfw/viewform