Category: Event Announcements

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Today, Wednesday, July 22nd from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. the Minnesota Department of Human Services will host a Virtual Job & Internship Fair!

Come virtually meet and greet with providers that are currently hiring for a variety of human service careers. Staff from a variety of agencies across Minnesota that provide services services to people with developmental disabilities and mental health conditions will be offering information and answering questions on:

• Current job opportunities
• Current internship opportunities
• Career paths available to students
• Educational & vocational experiences necessary to be hired in various fields
• The importance of gaining work experience while in school.

Students in the following programs are highly encouraged to attend:
Psychology
Human Services
Applied behavior analysis
Child development
Social work
Special education/ Education
Speech and language pathology
Occupational therapy
And more!

No pre-registration required! Once you log into Handshake and the fair, you can open the attached document to retrieve the zoom link

Learn and join the fair in Handshake

submitted by crombie@augsburg.edu

This Thursday, July 23, from 9:00am to 1:00pm, Augsburg McNair Scholars will present their summer research projects. All are welcome to attend!

This is a virtual event, use the following link to join:
https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/5948623288

9:00 – 10:10 Introductions (NSMSCS):
Falak Tawakalna: Incorporating R-language and data science in the Chemistry curriculum (Dr. Vivian Feng)
Nichelle Camden: Designing Fluorescently-Labeled Myosin Constructs (Dr. Ben Binder)
Anahi Cantoran: Active learning vs. Traditional lecturing: Assessing student learning gains in small introductory biology classes at Augsburg University (Dr. Jennifer Bankers-Fulbright)
Q & A / Evaluations

10:10 – 10:20 BREAK

10:20 – 11:30 Introductions (SSHA):
Joseph Gaskill: Decolonizing Our Syllabi: An Analysis of Contemporary & Introductory Anthropology Texts From a Decolonial Perspective (Dr. Matt Sumera)
Nou-Chee Chang: Analyzing Graphic Novels to Teach the Deconstruction of Gender in the Classroom: Anya’s Ghost, The Witch Boy, and Nimona (Dr. Adriane Brown)
Melisa Robles Olivar: Gordita, Brown and Latinx: Instagram Latinx users decolonizing the body with a Decolonized Embodied Pedagogy (Dr. Adriane Brown)
Q & A / Evaluations

11:30 – 11:40 BREAK

11:40 – 12:50 Introductions (SSHA):
Jennifer Medina: A Comparative Analysis of Newspaper Coverage of Homelessness During the 2020 Pandemic: A Global Perspective (Dr. Diane Pike)
Salma Ahmed: Addiction and Substance Abuse in Muslim American Communities: barriers of shame and mental health stigma in seeking treatment (Dr. Ankita Deka)
Quin Nelson: Understanding Modern Perspectives on Bipolar Disorder Stigma in Minnesota (Dr. Melissa Hensley)
Q & A / Evaluations

We encourage audience participants to stay the full 1 hour and 10 minutes to hear the introduction & complete evaluations.

Each presentation will be 10-15 minutes so we do not want people to pop into a session as time between speakers may vary slightly.

McNair Scholars Program Website

submitted by carlson2@augsburg.edu

Are you attending college this year? Whether a first-year or continuing student, in times of a worldwide pandemic and massive civil unrest, developing and enhancing Resilience Skills is more important than ever. This live, online, experiential playshop provides an introduction to natural ways of restoring resilience skills we all need to thrive, including managing energy, calming the mind, and enhancing connections. Each module in this three-part course includes didactic information, large and small group discussions, and mindful movement instruction.

“Surviving through Thriving: Resilience Skills for College Students in Uncertain Times”
Given by: Partners in Resilience (local Minneapolis natural mental health group)
Tuesdays, August 11, 18 and 25, 6:00-7:30 p.m
Cost: $49. Full or partial scholarships available. No eligible student turned away for inability to pay.
LGBTQ2S+ and BIPOC are most welcome.
Contact tom@tomglaserLP.com to apply.

Surviving through Thriving Group link

submitted by crombie@augsburg.edu

This Thursday, July 23, from 9:00am to 1:00pm, Augsburg McNair Scholars will present their summer research projects. All are welcome to attend!

This is a virtual event, use the following link to join:
https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/5948623288

9:00 – 10:10 Introductions (NSMSCS):
Falak Tawakalna: Incorporating R-language and data science in the Chemistry curriculum (Dr. Vivian Feng)
Nichelle Camden: Designing Fluorescently-Labeled Myosin Constructs (Dr. Ben Binder)
Anahi Cantoran: Active learning vs. Traditional lecturing: Assessing student learning gains in small introductory biology classes at Augsburg University (Dr. Jennifer Bankers-Fulbright)
Q & A / Evaluations

10:10 – 10:20 BREAK

10:20 – 11:30 Introductions (SSHA):
Joseph Gaskill: Decolonizing Our Syllabi: An Analysis of Contemporary & Introductory Anthropology Texts From a Decolonial Perspective (Dr. Matt Sumera)
Nou-Chee Chang: Analyzing Graphic Novels to Teach the Deconstruction of Gender in the Classroom: Anya’s Ghost, The Witch Boy, and Nimona (Dr. Adriane Brown)
Melisa Robles Olivar: Gordita, Brown and Latinx: Instagram Latinx users decolonizing the body with a Decolonized Embodied Pedagogy (Dr. Adriane Brown)
Q & A / Evaluations

11:30 – 11:40 BREAK

11:40 – 12:50 Introductions (SSHA):
Jennifer Medina: A Comparative Analysis of Newspaper Coverage of Homelessness During the 2020 Pandemic: A Global Perspective (Dr. Diane Pike)
Salma Ahmed: Addiction and Substance Abuse in Muslim American Communities: barriers of shame and mental health stigma in seeking treatment (Dr. Ankita Deka)
Quin Nelson: Understanding Modern Perspectives on Bipolar Disorder Stigma in Minnesota (Dr. Melissa Hensley)
Q & A / Evaluations

We encourage audience participants to stay the full 1 hour and 10 minutes to hear the introduction & complete evaluations.

Each presentation will be 10-15 minutes so we do not want people to pop into a session as time between speakers may vary slightly.

McNair Scholars Program Website

submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu

When: July 30, 2020 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Cost: $30 Suggested Donation
Level: Intermediate
Track: Global Diversity
Presenters: Khadija Ali, Global Language Connections | Shawntera M. Hardy, PolicyGrounds Consulting | Mark Ritchie, Global Minnesota

Global citizenship and interconnectivity allows us to experience and impact the world in more expansive ways than ever before. However, with this new international reach, comes responsibility for simultaneously caring for both our local communities and for others on the planet impacted by our actions or decisions. Given these new realities, how do we ensure our practices and solutions meet increasingly complex challenges at the local and planetary levels?

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/dibs/global-citizenship/

submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu

The Justice for George Floyd Initiatives page is a great resource for free workshops/online training sessions, including “Dear White People” hosted by The Ohio State University College of Education and Human Ecology.

Dear White People is a four-part webinar series interrogating whiteness, anti-blackness and anti-racism in education. Part 3 of the series investigates how it’s okay to be white, but can you also be antiracist in educational spaces?

Free and open to all.

Register: https://ehe.osu.edu/events/dear-white-people-can-you-also-be-antiracist-educational-spaces/ 

Justice for George Floyd Initiatives

submitted by grayk2@augsburg.edu

Mark your calendars for Wednesday, July 22nd from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. for the Minnesota Department of Human Services Virtual Job & Internship Fair!

Come virtually meet and greet with providers that are currently hiring for a variety of human service careers. Staff from a variety of agencies across Minnesota that provide services services to people with developmental disabilities and mental health conditions will be offering information and answering questions on:

• Current job opportunities
• Current internship opportunities
• Career paths available to students
• Educational & vocational experiences necessary to be hired in various fields
• The importance of gaining work experience while in school.

Students in the following programs are highly encouraged to attend:
Psychology
Human Services
Applied behavior analysis
Child development
Social work
Special education/ Education
Speech and language pathology
Occupational therapy
And more!

No pre-registration required!

Register for the event in Handshake.

submitted by poessnec@augsburg.edu

MSS & LGBTQIA+ Student Services would like to announce a new initiative that will begin this summer – a monthly dialogue series. Our liberation is interconnected, and we want to honor that with on-going monthly dialogues that allow us to do the work of community organizing and racial healing. The first of these meetings will be held on July 16th, 2:00 PM, via Zoom. It will be “Monthly Dialogue: Summer 2020” focused on rest, recovery, and connection, and a look at how this summer has influenced all of us.

Please note, this space is intended for students.

Event Details:
Summer 2020: A Monthly Dialogue Series
Thur, July 16th
2 PM

Zoom Link

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Fridays | “Fellowship Fridays” | 2 pm – 3 pm, ZOOM

CTL is joining Bridget Robinson-Riegler, Psychology Professor and member of Faculty Senate, to bring you Fellowship Fridays support sessions. All faculty members and teaching staff are invited to gather and share their experiences with teaching, learning, and advising in this strange new world. – we’ll trade ideas, advice, highs, lows, successes, and failures – or maybe we’ll just plain old vent. Most importantly, we will attempt to inoculate ourselves against one of the more insidious side effects of this pandemic – isolation. So grab a cup of coffee or tea, or pour a glass of wine, and Zoom in to support your fellow instructors and work through this challenging time together.

Fellowship Fridays ZOOM Information (This doc is only accessible with an Augsburg email address.)

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When: July 30, 2020 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Cost: $30 Suggested Donation
Level: Intermediate
Track: Global Diversity
Presenters: Khadija Ali, Global Language Connections | Shawntera M. Hardy, PolicyGrounds Consulting | Mark Ritchie, Global Minnesota

Global citizenship and interconnectivity allows us to experience and impact the world in more expansive ways than ever before. However, with this new international reach, comes responsibility for simultaneously caring for both our local communities and for others on the planet impacted by our actions or decisions. Given these new realities, how do we ensure our practices and solutions meet increasingly complex challenges at the local and planetary levels?

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/dibs/global-citizenship/

submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu

The MN Department of Human Services has invited Augsburg students to join their virtual career fair. Students will have the opportunity to virtually meet and greet with providers that are currently hiring for a variety of human service careers.

Staff from a variety of agencies across Minnesota that provide services to people with development disabilities and mental health conditions will be offering information and answering questions on:

*current job opportunities
*current internship opportunities
*career paths available to students
*educational & vocational experiences necessary to be hired in various fields
*the importance of gaining work experience while in school

No pre-registration is required. Zoom link can be found on Handshake

Wednesday, July 22 2020, 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. CDT

Handshake – Learn More

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Fridays | “Fellowship Fridays” | 2 pm – 3 pm, ZOOM

CTL is joining Bridget Robinson-Riegler, Psychology Professor and member of Faculty Senate, to bring you Fellowship Fridays support sessions. All faculty members and teaching staff are invited to gather and share their experiences with teaching, learning, and advising in this strange new world. – we’ll trade ideas, advice, highs, lows, successes, and failures – or maybe we’ll just plain old vent. Most importantly, we will attempt to inoculate ourselves against one of the more insidious side effects of this pandemic – isolation. So grab a cup of coffee or tea, or pour a glass of wine, and Zoom in to support your fellow instructors and work through this challenging time together.

*If Friday afternoons don’t work with your schedule, but you would still like to participate, reach out to Bridget or Jennifer Bankers-Fulbright, and they will contemplate adding other days/times in the future.

Fellowship Fridays ZOOM Information (This doc is only accessible with an Augsburg email address.)

submitted by walterj@augsburg.edu

The Faculty Senate will be meeting via Zoom today, Wednesday, July 15th at 3:30pm. All faculty are invited to join to observe the meeting. The Senate simply asks that if you do join, please mute your audio and video upon joining the meeting.

Interested faculty can join the meeting by following the link sent in an all faculty email on Wed, July 8th. Please contact Jacob Walter with any questions.

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Minnesota’s career development and talent matching resource, CareerForce, is offering a virtual Interview Skills workshop this Wednesday.

– Interview Skills Workshop : Wednesday, July 15, 1:00-2:30 p.m. Approach your next interview with confidence! Learn how to answer challenging interview questions, gain frameworks to structure your response during the interview, and develop tools and techniques to prepare for and follow up after the interview.

If you cannot attend the workshop, don’t worry! You can schedule an Interview Preparation appointment with a Career Coach in Handshake or email careers@augsburg.edu for more information.

Click here to register for CareerForce’s Interview Skills Workshop.

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When: July 16, 2020 11:00 am – 12:00 pm CST
Level: Intermediate
Track: D&I Strategy
Presenters: Farzana Nayani, Farzana Nayani, Consulting and Training | Lisa Strack, Bank of the West
Cost: Free

Are you looking for direction as to how to guide your resource group’s programming, focus, and involvement during these current times? This session will focus on how to chart the course forward for your resource groups, starting with a self-assessment, understanding key areas for resource groups within companies, and how to demonstrate impact and value for your entire organization.
We will share best practices using various industry examples related to planning for action and accountability, during these current times.

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/webinars/a-roadmap-for-creating-impact-and-value-with-ergs/

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From the Event Page: A conversation with Bill Green, Christopher Lehman, and Marty Case

In the past year, local historians have published three eye-opening books, each of which, grounded in careful research, explore the roles played by racism in the development of Minnesota. Marty Case’s The Relentless Business of Treaties explores how the U.S., territorial, and state governments, and their leaders, stole land from the indigenous people who had lived here for centuries. Chris Lehman’s Slavery’s Reach reveals the power and influence exerted by wealthy southern slaveholders in the early years of the “North Star State,” and the cooperation extended to them by the state’s founders. Bill Green’s Children of Lincoln tracks the journeys away from abolition and racial equality trod by the new state’s leaders in the immediate post-Civil War years.

These three historians undertook their research and wrote their books independently of each other. Each of them has spoken about his book at ESFL. Now, we are able to bring them together for a conversation about the connections and implications of their conclusions. Given the heightened concern over racism being expressed in our communities, this is a timely conversation for them—and for us—to have. Please join us.

History Revealed: Exploring the Historical Roots of Racism in MN
Thursday, July 9, 7 pm – 8 pm
Online Event Hosted by Ramsey County Historical Society and East Side Freedom Library
Premiere on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/EastSideFreedomLibrary/videos/904936243330741/), YouTube (https://youtu.be/OK64iOMWcQg) and Twitter

Find information about this, and other events, in the link below.

Justice for George Floyd Initiatives

submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu

When: July 16, 2020 11:00 am – 12:00 pm CST
Level: Intermediate
Track: D&I Strategy
Presenters: Farzana Nayani, Farzana Nayani, Consulting and Training | Lisa Strack, Bank of the West
Cost: Free

Are you looking for direction as to how to guide your resource group’s programming, focus, and involvement during these current times? This session will focus on how to chart the course forward for your resource groups, starting with a self-assessment, understanding key areas for resource groups within companies, and how to demonstrate impact and value for your entire organization.

We will share best practices using various industry examples related to planning for action and accountability, during these current times.

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/webinars/a-roadmap-for-creating-impact-and-value-with-ergs/

submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu

When: July 30, 2020 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Cost: $30 Suggested Donation
Level: Intermediate
Track: Global Diversity
Presenters: Khadija Ali, Global Language Connections | Shawntera M. Hardy, PolicyGrounds Consulting | Mark Ritchie, Global Minnesota

Global citizenship and interconnectivity allows us to experience and impact the world in more expansive ways than ever before. However, with this new international reach, comes responsibility for simultaneously caring for both our local communities and for others on the planet impacted by our actions or decisions. Given these new realities, how do we ensure our practices and solutions meet increasingly complex challenges at the local and planetary levels?

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/dibs/global-citizenship/

submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu

When: July 30, 2020 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Cost: $30 Suggested Donation
Level: Intermediate
Track: Global Diversity
Presenters: Khadija Ali, Global Language Connections | Shawntera M. Hardy, PolicyGrounds Consulting | Mark Ritchie, Global Minnesota

Global citizenship and interconnectivity allows us to experience and impact the world in more expansive ways than ever before. However, with this new international reach, comes responsibility for simultaneously caring for both our local communities and for others on the planet impacted by our actions or decisions. Given these new realities, how do we ensure our practices and solutions meet increasingly complex challenges at the local and planetary levels?

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/dibs/global-citizenship/

submitted by grayk2@augsburg.edu

Ever wondered why LinkedIn is important for college students? Interested in learning best practices for using LinkedIn and how to enhance your profile so you stand out among the crowd?

Join Minnesota CareerForce for the following online webinars:
– LinkedIn Basics Online – Tuesday, July 7 9:30-11:00 AM. Topics include settings and privacy, profile information content, headline, summary, work experience, skills, and recommendations.
– LinkedIn Advanced Strategies – Thursday, July 9 9:30-11:00 AM. Learn advanced strategies for using LinkedIn to job search. Review profile criteria, learn how to make networking connections, find jobs, research companies, and more!

Unable to attend one of these webinars? No problem! Schedule an appointment with a Career Coach in Handshake to learn how to set up your LinkedIn for success!

Register for one of these webinars on Minnesota CareerForce’s website now

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Augsburg is proud to offer its 10th annual student leadership retreat for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual (LGBTQIA+) and allied students! This retreat will focus on leadership development, small-group facilitation skills, action planning, and exploring intersecting identities and oppression through a social justice lens. It’s also a great way to make new friends and meet new people!

DATES
Friday, Oct 2nd – Sunday, Oct 4th

LOCATION
Camp One Heartland
26001 Heinz Road
Willow River, MN 55795

*Housing will be gender-inclusive, and students will be assigned random bunkhouses. If you need specific accommodations, please indicate so in this signup form.

COST
Participation in the retreat is FREE! All lodging, transportation, and food costs will be covered.

TRANSPORTATION
All students attending will be provided transportation via bus.

LIMITED SPACE
Because space is limited, if you would like to attend the LGBTQIA+ Student Leadership Retreat, it is required that you commit to the entire weekend.

HOW TO SIGNUP
Must be an Augsburg University student. There will be a waiting list for those who register after space is filled in the case that there are cancellations.

COVID Disclaimer
At the current moment, we do not know what Fall will bring. There is a chance, based upon the Minnesota Department of Health regulations & direction from Augsburg University, that this retreat may be canceled or postponed for a later date. For now, we will operate under the assumption that the retreat will happen. We will let all those who have RSVPd know ASAP if plans change.

To signup, please complete this form.

submitted by thomps26@augsburg.edu

Content Warning: This event will discuss topics regarding sexual misconduct and assault.

Join SMART for a discussion about Healing After Sexual Trauma. We will have several speakers discuss the reporting process here at Augsburg, hear a personal story about someones own experience with sexual misconduct and how they heal/coped with the stress of it, and then open it up for anyone to speak or talk about their own personal experience if they feel comfortable to do so. We will also provide a list of resources to use at the end of the discussion for students to use.

Please come with an open, empathetic, and pensive mindset. You are not here to question a person’s experience, rather it is a space to talk about and uplift survivors of sexual misconduct NOT to invalidate there experience. So please come prepared for difficult yet important discussions we will be having, and you can leave at anytime no judgment or questions asked.

To register for this event follow this link: https://augsburg.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0uduGtrD4vEtU72YFyUfMv2SJWafA2jOec

Register for Healing After Sexual Trauma Event

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When: July 30, 2020 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Cost: $30 Suggested Donation
Level: Intermediate
Track: Global Diversity
Presenters: Khadija Ali, Global Language Connections | Shawntera M. Hardy, PolicyGrounds Consulting | Mark Ritchie, Global Minnesota

Global citizenship and interconnectivity allows us to experience and impact the world in more expansive ways than ever before. However, with this new international reach, comes responsibility for simultaneously caring for both our local communities and for others on the planet impacted by our actions or decisions. Given these new realities, how do we ensure our practices and solutions meet increasingly complex challenges at the local and planetary levels?

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/dibs/global-citizenship/

submitted by greena@augsburg.edu

Students who live on campus (and other Auggies in Ward 2 – Parts of Cedar-Riverside, Seward, and Elliot Park):

You may have heard about City Council voting unanimously on a Charter Amendment in response to the killing of George Floyd and uprisings here and worldwide. Councilmember Cam Gordon believes it’s time for engagement around this major change to start and is hosting a number of community gatherings to discuss the Charter amendment, answer any questions people may have, and discuss further how this might move forward this year. All residents are welcome to attend whichever meeting is most convenient – note the one in Murphy Park! Please remember to bring your mask and keep distance from other attendees.

Brackett Park, Saturday, July 4, 11:00 am

Murphy Park, Sunday, July 5, 1:00 pm

Luxton Park, Monday, July 6, 6:30 pm

Matthews Park, Saturday, July 11, 1:00 pm

Van Cleve Park, Sunday, July 12, 2:00 pm

For Auggies who do not live in Ward 2, find your councilmember and ask them when they will be holding community meetings about this issue: http://www2.minneapolismn.gov/council/maps/index.htm

More background information from Councilmember Gordon:
The Council unanimously passed a resolution committing to transform the way we provide for each other’s safety on June 12, stating that “the City Council will commence a year long process of community engagement, research, and structural change to create a transformative new model for cultivating safety in our city.”

On June 26, Council voted on an amendment that would remove the Police Department as a Charter department, and replace it with a new Community Safety and Violence Prevention department, which will “have responsibility for public safety services, prioritizing a holistic, public health-oriented approach.” It will not preclude the City from continuing to employ licensed police officers, but will also not require us to do so.

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A conversation with Bill Green, Christopher Lehman, and Marty Case will be hosted by Ramsey County Historical Society and East Side Freedom Library. The online event will take place on Thursday, July 9 from 7 pm – 8 pm.

You can find out more in the link below. You can find this and other events/opportunities at https://inside.augsburg.edu/diversity/george-floyd-initiatives/.

History Revealed: Exploring the Historical Roots of Racism in MN

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When: July 30, 2020 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Cost: $30 Suggested Donation
Level: Intermediate
Track: Global Diversity
Presenters: Khadija Ali, Global Language Connections | Shawntera M. Hardy, PolicyGrounds Consulting | Mark Ritchie, Global Minnesota

Global citizenship and interconnectivity allows us to experience and impact the world in more expansive ways than ever before. However, with this new international reach, comes responsibility for simultaneously caring for both our local communities and for others on the planet impacted by our actions or decisions. Given these new realities, how do we ensure our practices and solutions meet increasingly complex challenges at the local and planetary levels?

Learning Outcomes
Communications policies and practices that satisfy individual interests while keeping in mind the needs of current and future generations – here and everywhere
Team member training approaches to developing simultaneously local and global thinking/action
Feedback mechanism to involve the broader community in this “balancing” process

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/dibs/global-citizenship/

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Join LGBTQIA+ Services Director, Max on a socially distant group hike at Fort Snelling State Park. This event is geared to allow students to reground and recenter in a safe and socially distant way. All individuals planning to attend will need to follow safe Covid practicing guidelines set by the Minnesota Department of Health & Augsburg University.

Take A Hike Covid
Thur, July 2nd
10AM – 2PM
Fort Snelling State Park

All those interested, must RSVP on Auggie Life or email Max at poessnec@augsburg.edu

https://augsburg.campuslabs.com/engage/event/6099357

All those to RSVP on Auggie Life will be send additional logistics information & safety guidelines to prepare for event attendance.

Auggie Life RSVP

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Augsburg Women Engaged (AWE) is sponsoring a drive for the Campus Cupboard (CC) and ShareShop to support students living on campus this summer.

Items can be dropped off TODAY, Thursday June 25 from 3 to 6 p.m., in Lot D at Augsburg. You can also make an online donation which CC will use to purchase small appliances, household items, tools, food in bulk, and gift cards to local businesses such as Seward Coop. Click here to make a donation online: https://advancement.augsburg.edu/donations/general-donation Please select the drop-down designation “Other” and in the “Other” field, enter “Campus Cupboard”.

Items needed:

Non-perishable food such as:
Mac & cheese
Ramen
Canned tuna/chicken
Canned soup (Preferred: more complex soups, i.e., not ‘cream of’ or tomato )
Rice
Protein supplements (chia, flax, veg protein, whey)
High quality granola bars
Canned beans

Hygiene and cleaning supplies such as:
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Menstrual products
Shampoo/ Conditioner
Band-Aids
Laundry Detergent (Preferred brands: Seventh Generation, Meyers, Method, Biokleen)
Dish Soap (Preferred brands: Seventh Generation, Ecover, Method, Dr Bronner’s)

ShareShop Donation List:
Empty spray bottles for homemade non-toxic cleaning solutions
Tea Kettles/water heaters
Sewing machine – Fully functional, up to 2 machines total
Power strips
Baking sheets – Multiple sizes, including smaller sizes- Prefer naturally non-stick like Nordic Ware® brand rather than Teflon™-coated
New Twin XL bedding
Reusable water bottles – durable and clean (can be used)
Thermos (portable coffee containers) – durable and clean (can be used)
Small fans for dorm rooms

School supplies (bulk packages are welcome):
Notebooks (look for recycled paper and companies with sustainability/ethical/fair trade commitments if possible)
Folders
Pens
Pencils
Highlighters
Scissors

Thank you for considering a donation!

AWE + Campus Cupboard 

AWE/Campus Cupboard Food + Supply Drive

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

On Friday, June 26, we still need volunteers to join a group of volunteers from Augsburg to help distribute food and supplies from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church.
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church is located at 2730 E. 31st Street, Minneapolis, MN 55406, in the heart of the community affected by the unrest following the murder of George Floyd. They have been collecting and distributing food and necessary supplies to community members and are seeking volunteers.

We have reserved 30 spots for Augsburg volunteers. This opportunity is organized by Campus Ministry, Augsburg University Student Ministries and the Muslim Student Association. Plan to meet at the church at 9:30 am. It is a short walk from the Lake Street light rail station. Masks are required and please wear Auggie gear if you are able! Please contact Janice Dames in campus ministry at dames@augsburg.edu for questions.
Sign up here today! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc1iOU663jkaGyNUoynP_haztQPXuUJR8mIXsPkUQdtckALLg/viewform

http://www.augsburg.edu/campusministry

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Black Writers Healing

Challenging Authors and Writers to Testify About Their Experiences….

Come hear the voices of our writers. With the pandemic, the recent murder of George Floyd, and the current uprisings and rebellions in cities across the nation and the globe, our community needs spaces where we can process and heal. We must write our own stories. How do we address some of the pain, loss of hope and unpredictability that our community is experiencing? How do we change the narrative of who we are? Participate by sharing your thoughts in this Forum!

Guest Writer Panelists:
Keno Evol
Carolyn Holbrook
Artika Tyner
Taiwana Shambley
Tish Jones
Jesse Ross
Dr. Joi Lewis, Moderator

A Community Forum on Zoom
Saturday, June 27th, 2020
2:00 pm- 4:00 pm

Sponsored and Organized by the MN Black Publishing Arts Collaborative:
In Black Ink
Matter of Africa America Time Corporation
Papyrus Publishing Inc.
Planting People Growing Justice
Strive Publishing
Vermillion Ink Press
Wise Ink

Registration link – Black Writers Healing: Challenging Authors and Writers to Testify

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When: July 16, 2020 11:00 am – 12:00 pm CST
Level: Intermediate
Track: D&I Strategy
Presenters: Farzana Nayani, Farzana Nayani, Consulting and Training | Lisa Strack, Bank of the West
Cost: Free

Are you looking for direction as to how to guide your resource group’s programming, focus, and involvement during these current times? This session will focus on how to chart the course forward for your resource groups, starting with a self-assessment, understanding key areas for resource groups within companies, and how to demonstrate impact and value for your entire organization.
We will share best practices using various industry examples related to planning for action and accountability, during these current times.

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/webinars/a-roadmap-for-creating-impact-and-value-with-ergs/

submitted by white5@augsburg.edu

Augsburg Women Engaged (AWE) is sponsoring a drive for the Campus Cupboard (CC) and ShareShop to support students living on campus this summer.

Items can be dropped off THIS THURSDAY June 25 from 3 to 6 p.m., in Lot D at Augsburg. You can also make an online donation which CC will use to purchase small appliances, household items, tools, food in bulk, and gift cards to local businesses such as Seward Coop. Click here to make a donation online: https://advancement.augsburg.edu/donations/general-donation Please select the drop-down designation “Other” and in the “Other” field, enter “Campus Cupboard”.

Items needed:

Non-perishable food such as:
Mac & cheese
Ramen
Canned tuna/chicken
Canned soup (Preferred: more complex soups, i.e., not ‘cream of’ or tomato )
Rice
Protein supplements (chia, flax, veg protein, whey)
High quality granola bars
Canned beans

Hygiene and cleaning supplies such as:
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Menstrual products
Shampoo/ Conditioner
Band-Aids
Laundry Detergent (Preferred brands: Seventh Generation, Meyers, Method, Biokleen)
Dish Soap (Preferred brands: Seventh Generation, Ecover, Method, Dr Bronner’s)

ShareShop Donation List:
Empty spray bottles for homemade non-toxic cleaning solutions
Tea Kettles/water heaters
Sewing machine – Fully functional, up to 2 machines total
Power strips
Baking sheets – Multiple sizes, including smaller sizes- Prefer naturally non-stick like Nordic Ware® brand rather than Teflon™-coated
New Twin XL bedding
Reusable water bottles – durable and clean (can be used)
Thermos (portable coffee containers) – durable and clean (can be used)
Small fans for dorm rooms

School supplies (bulk packages are welcome):
Notebooks (look for recycled paper and companies with sustainability/ethical/fair trade commitments if possible)
Folders
Pens
Pencils
Highlighters
Scissors

Thank you for considering a donation!

AWE + Campus Cupboard

AWE/Campus Cupboard Food + Supply Drive

submitted by walterj@augsburg.edu

The next Faculty Senate meeting will be held via Zoom today, Wednesday, June 24th at 3:30pm. All faculty are invited to join to observe the meeting. The Senate simply asks that if you do join, please mute your audio and video upon joining the meeting.

Interested faculty can join the meeting by following the below link at the meeting time, and using the password AugSenate.

Faculty Senate Meeting, 6/24

submitted by alamilla@augsburg.edu

The time for healing is now. Join members of the Augsburg community on today June 24 at 2:00 p.m. for an intimate discussion about systemic racism and its impact at all levels of society. This live town hall event offers perspectives from students, faculty and alumni panelists who explore the history, present and future of addressing racial injustice.

Register here

submitted by peacocks@augsburg.edu

Online STAR-Lite Training: Learning Strategies for Trauma Awareness and Resilience in a Single Day for Cultural Competence is being partially grant-funded for those who live and/or work in Minneapolis. Augsburg employees can take this training for free (or whatever you wish to donate) thanks to a generous grant from the Engelsma Family Foundation. When you register, choose the “free” option, and when you “Check out” give your Augsburg email so that it is clear that you are affiliated with a Minneapolis institution.

Wednesday, July 22, 2020, 8:30am – 4:30pm CST
Register here: https://osljul222020.eventbrite.com
Online via Zoom video conference platform
Pay-what-you-can-up-to $40.

STAR-Lite is a single-day, evidence-based training integrating neuropsychology, trauma healing and resilience, restorative justice, nonviolent conflict transformation, and broadly defined spirituality. STAR-Lite is for professionals, paraprofessionals, and laypeople. All are welcome to join us. Space is limited to 60. Optional 6.5 CEs and 5.5 CLEs available for an additional $35 for nurses, teachers, mental health professionals, and attorneys. Please register as soon as possible and at least by 8:30am the day before the training. Sponsored by http://www.mnpeace.org.

submitted by bitengob@augsburg.edu

The time for healing is now. Join members of the Augsburg community on Wednesday, June 24 for an intimate discussion about systemic racism and its impact at all levels of society. This live town hall event offers perspectives from students, faculty and alumni panelists who explore the history, present and future of addressing racial injustice. June 24, 2020 02:00 PM

Register in advance for this webinar:

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

On Friday, June 26, you are invited to join a group of volunteers from Augsburg to help distribute food and supplies from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church.
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church is located at 2730 E. 31st Street, Minneapolis, MN 55406, in the heart of the community affected by the unrest following the murder of George Floyd. They have been collecting and distributing food and necessary supplies to community members and are seeking volunteers.

We have reserved 30 spots for Augsburg volunteers. This opportunity is organized by Campus Ministry, Augsburg University Student Ministries and the Muslim Student Association. Plan to meet at the church at 9:30 am. It is a short walk from the Lake Street light rail station. Masks are required and please wear Auggie gear if you are able! Please contact Janice Dames in campus ministry at dames@augsburg.edu for questions.
Sign up here today! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc1iOU663jkaGyNUoynP_haztQPXuUJR8mIXsPkUQdtckALLg/viewform

http://www.augsburg.edu/campusministry

submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu

When: July 16, 2020 11:00 am – 12:00 pm CST
Level: Intermediate
Track: D&I Strategy
Presenters: Farzana Nayani, Farzana Nayani, Consulting and Training | Lisa Strack, Bank of the West
Cost: Free

Are you looking for direction as to how to guide your resource group’s programming, focus, and involvement during these current times? This session will focus on how to chart the course forward for your resource groups, starting with a self-assessment, understanding key areas for resource groups within companies, and how to demonstrate impact and value for your entire organization.
We will share best practices using various industry examples related to planning for action and accountability, during these current times.

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/webinars/a-roadmap-for-creating-impact-and-value-with-ergs/

submitted by grayk2@augsburg.edu

The Strommen Career & Internship Center encourages students to take advantage of free virtual career services events this summer. Here are some of our top picks of virtual events happening this week:

– How to Find and Apply for Employment in the Federal Government – Federal Aviation Administration – Tuesday, June 23 @ 12:00PM
– MN CareerForce Interview Skills Workshop – Online – Wednesday, June 24 @ 1:00PM
– FOCUS 2 CAREER: A 30 Minute Tour of the Student Website – Thursday, June 25 @ 1:00PM
– MN CareerForce Education Industry Virtual Career Fair -Monday, June 29 @ 10:30AM

*Please note that many of the events above are external events, but are included in Handshake because they may be of interest to you. Including an event or resource does not indicate University sponsorship or endorsement of that event or resource.*

Visit Handshake to register for events.

submitted by walterj@augsburg.edu

The next Faculty Senate meeting will be held via Zoom on Wednesday, June 24th at 3:30pm. All faculty are invited to join to observe the meeting. The Senate simply asks that if you do join, please mute your audio and video upon joining the meeting.

Interested faculty can join the meeting by following the below link at the meeting time, and using the password AugSenate.

Faculty Senate Meeting, 6/24

The time for healing is now. Join members of the Augsburg community on Wednesday, June 24 for an intimate discussion about systemic racism and its impact at all levels of society. This live town hall event offers perspectives from students, faculty and alumni panelists who explore the history, present and future of addressing racial injustice.

June 24, 2020 02:00 PM

Register in advance for this webinar.

submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu

When: July 16, 2020 11:00 am – 12:00 pm CST
Level: Intermediate
Track: D&I Strategy
Presenters: Farzana Nayani, Farzana Nayani, Consulting and Training | Lisa Strack, Bank of the West
Cost: Free

Are you looking for direction as to how to guide your resource group’s programming, focus, and involvement during these current times? This session will focus on how to chart the course forward for your resource groups, starting with a self-assessment, understanding key areas for resource groups within companies, and how to demonstrate impact and value for your entire organization.
We will share best practices using various industry examples related to planning for action and accountability, during these current times.

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/webinars/a-roadmap-for-creating-impact-and-value-with-ergs/

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

On Friday, June 26, you are invited to join a group of volunteers from Augsburg to help distribute food and supplies from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church.
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church is located at 2730 E. 31st Street, Minneapolis, MN 55406, in the heart of the community affected by the unrest following the murder of George Floyd. They have been collecting and distributing food and necessary supplies to community members and are seeking volunteers.
We have reserved 30 spots for Augsburg volunteers. This opportunity is organized by Campus Ministry, Augsburg University Student Ministries and the Muslim Student Association. Plan to meet at the church at 9:30 am. It is a short walk from the Lake Street light rail station. Masks are required and please wear Auggie gear if you are able! Please contact Janice Dames in campus ministry at dames@augsburg.edu for questions.
Sign up here today! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc1iOU663jkaGyNUoynP_haztQPXuUJR8mIXsPkUQdtckALLg/viewform

http://www.augsburg.edu/campusministry

submitted by grayk2@augsburg.edu

Join the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Tuesday, June 23 @ 9:00 a.m. to learn more about how to find and apply for employment in the federal government, how to build a resume, and how to prepare for an interview. This virtual session is free of charge for attendees.

*Please note that the event above is an external event, but is included in Handshake because it may be of interest to you. Including an event or resource does not indicate University sponsorship or endorsement of that event or resource.*

Register for the “Resume Writing Sessions – Federal Aviation Administration” event in Handshake

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

On Friday, June 26, you are invited to join a group of volunteers from Augsburg to help distribute food and supplies from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm (with lunch included) at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church.
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church is located at 2730 E. 31st Street, Minneapolis, MN 55406, in the heart of the community affected by the unrest following the murder of George Floyd. They have been collecting and distributing food and necessary supplies to community members and are seeking volunteers.
We have reserved 30 spots for Augsburg volunteers. This opportunity is organized by Campus Ministry, Augsburg University Student Ministries and the Muslim Student Association. Plan to meet at the church at 9:30 am. It is a short walk from the Lake Street light rail station. Masks are required and please wear Auggie gear if you are able! Please contact Janice Dames in campus ministry at dames@augsburg.edu for questions.
Sign up here today! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc1iOU663jkaGyNUoynP_haztQPXuUJR8mIXsPkUQdtckALLg/viewform

http://www.augsburg.edu/campusministry

submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu

When: June 18, 2020 11:00 am – 12:00 pm CST
Level: Introductory
Track: Social Responsibility
Presenter: Jessie Wusthoff, Clover Health

While many companies understand the need to implement legal components related to disability in the workplace, few are confident in approaching the human side of these conversations on disability.
During this webinar, we will introduce different social models around disability and understand how they show up in daily work life. We’ll focus on creating a safe space to understand how these models impact our personal points of view and begin to explore better ways of framing conversations around disability in the workplace.

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/webinars/a-new-direction-for-conversations-on-disability/

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

We invite the Augsburg community to a virtual prayer service led by Augsburg University’s Campus to mark the anniversary of the Mother Emanuel AME Church massacre in Charleston, South Carolina. It was on June 17, five years ago, when a young white man – who was a member of a church in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America – came to the historic black church, Mother Emanuel, sat with church folks in a bible study for an hour, and then began shooting. Rev. Babette Chatman and Rev. Justin Lind-Ayres lead a litany of confession and lament remembering these nine lives lost and the pain and heartache caused by the evils of racism and white supremacy. https://youtu.be/vkRTjFzUeY4

http://www.augsburg.edu/campusministry

submitted by peacocks@augsburg.edu

Online STAR-Lite Training: Learning Strategies for Trauma Awareness and Resilience in a Single Day for Cultural Competence is being partially grant-funded for those who live and/or work in Minneapolis. Augsburg employees can take this training for free (or whatever you wish to donate) thanks to a generous grant from the Engelsma Family Foundation. When you register, choose the “free” option, and when you “Check out” give your Augsburg email so that it is clear that you are affiliated with a Minneapolis institution.

Wednesday, July 22, 2020, 8:30am – 4:30pm CST
Register here: https://osljul222020.eventbrite.com
Online via Zoom video conference platform
Pay-what-you-can-up-to $40.

STAR-Lite is a single-day, evidence-based training integrating neuropsychology, trauma healing and resilience, restorative justice, nonviolent conflict transformation, and broadly defined spirituality. STAR-Lite is for professionals, paraprofessionals, and laypeople. All are welcome to join us. Space is limited to 60. Optional 6.5 CEs and 5.5 CLEs available for an additional $35 for nurses, teachers, mental health professionals, and attorneys. Please register as soon as possible and at least by 8:30am the day before the training. Sponsored by http://www.mnpeace.org.

submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu

When: June 18, 2020 11:00 am – 12:00 pm CST
Level: Introductory
Track: Social Responsibility
Presenter: Jessie Wusthoff, Clover Health

While many companies understand the need to implement legal components related to disability in the workplace, few are confident in approaching the human side of these conversations on disability.
During this webinar, we will introduce different social models around disability and understand how they show up in daily work life. We’ll focus on creating a safe space to understand how these models impact our personal points of view and begin to explore better ways of framing conversations around disability in the workplace.

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/webinars/a-new-direction-for-conversations-on-disability/

submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu

Events and opportunities are being added daily to the “Justice for George Floyd Initiatives” page linked below, so check back often. Also, remember that you can submit the form linked at the top of the page if you know of something happening that isn’t already listed.

Justice for George Floyd Initiatives

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

We invite the Augsburg community to a virtual prayer service led by Augsburg University’s Campus Wednesday, June 17th, to mark the anniversary of the Mother Emanuel AME Church massacre in Charleston, South Carolina. It was on June 17, five years ago, when a young white man – who was a member of a church in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America – came to the historic black church, Mother Emanuel, sat with church folks in a bible study for an hour, and then began shooting. Rev. Babette Chatman and Rev. Justin Lind-Ayres will lead a litany of confession and lament remembering these nine lives lost and the pain and heartache caused by the evils of racism and white supremacy.
Please watch for a link for the prayer service in Wednesday’s Amail.

submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu

When: June 16, 2020 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Cost: $30 Suggested Donation
Level: Intermediate
Track: Social Responsibility
Presenter: Tawanna Black, Center for Economic Inclusion

Building racially inclusive and equitable workplaces has become even more complex as we are now faced with the challenge of responding to the worsening economic and health disparities created by COVID-19 in many communities throughout the country. Employers can and should play an important role in inclusive recovery efforts, but must be equipped with data informed, market responsive solutions that center people of color. Tawanna Black, Founder and CEO of the Center for Economic Inclusion will facilitate this special Diversity Insights Digital Presentation sharing a framework for racially inclusive recovery for employers.

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/dibs/racially-equitable-responsive-recovery/

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

We invite the Augsburg community to a virtual prayer service led by Augsburg University’s Campus Wednesday, June 17th, to mark the anniversary of the Mother Emanuel AME Church massacre in Charleston, South Carolina. It was on June 17, five years ago, when a young white man – who was a member of a church in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America – came to the historic black church, Mother Emanuel, sat with church folks in a bible study for an hour, and then began shooting. Rev. Babette Chatman and Rev. Justin Lind-Ayres will lead a litany of confession and lament remembering these nine lives lost and the pain and heartache caused by the evils of racism and white supremacy.

Please watch for a link for the prayer service in Wednesday’s A-mail.

http://www.augsburg.edu/campusministy

submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu

When: June 16, 2020 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Cost: $30 Suggested Donation
Level: Intermediate
Track: Social Responsibility
Presenter: Tawanna Black, Center for Economic Inclusion

Building racially inclusive and equitable workplaces has become even more complex as we are now faced with the challenge of responding to the worsening economic and health disparities created by COVID-19 in many communities throughout the country. Employers can and should play an important role in inclusive recovery efforts, but must be equipped with data informed, market responsive solutions that center people of color. Tawanna Black, Founder and CEO of the Center for Economic Inclusion will facilitate this special Diversity Insights Digital Presentation sharing a framework for racially inclusive recovery for employers.

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/dibs/racially-equitable-responsive-recovery/

submitted by crombie@augsburg.edu

Augsburg celebrates the creativity and scholarship of undergraduate students with its annual Zyzzogeton festival. The festival falls at the end of each academic year and is a culmination of achievement featuring work across academic departments. Over 80 students participate each year, showcasing their research.

This year, due to COVID-19 and social distancing restrictions, we have moved the festival online. Here we present a selection of posters from undergraduate research conducted in the 2019-2020 school year.

https://idun.augsburg.edu/zyzzogeton_2020/

submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu

When: June 16, 2020 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Cost: $30 Suggested Donation
Level: Intermediate
Track: Social Responsibility
Presenter: Tawanna Black, Center for Economic Inclusion

Building racially inclusive and equitable workplaces has become even more complex as we are now faced with the challenge of responding to the worsening economic and health disparities created by COVID-19 in many communities throughout the country. Employers can and should play an important role in inclusive recovery efforts, but must be equipped with data informed, market responsive solutions that center people of color. Tawanna Black, Founder and CEO of the Center for Economic Inclusion will facilitate this special Diversity Insights Digital Presentation sharing a framework for racially inclusive recovery for employers.

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/dibs/racially-equitable-responsive-recovery/

submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu

Watch a video replay from our Diversity Insights Digital Presentation and take a look at how the systems and structures of our society have proved fertile ground for the COVID-19 to spread in historically underserved communities, what we can learn from this about how the same dynamics impact our organizations, and explores some options about what we can do about it.

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/articles/how-covid-19-is-shining-the-light-on-institutionalized-racism/

submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu

When: June 18, 2020 11:00 am – 12:00 pm CST
Level: Introductory
Track: Social Responsibility
Presenter: Jessie Wusthoff, Clover Health

While many companies understand the need to implement legal components related to disability in the workplace, few are confident in approaching the human side of these conversations on disability.
During this webinar, we will introduce different social models around disability and understand how they show up in daily work life. We’ll focus on creating a safe space to understand how these models impact our personal points of view and begin to explore better ways of framing conversations around disability in the workplace.

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/webinars/a-new-direction-for-conversations-on-disability/

submitted by xueb@augsburg.edu

How are you doing this summer? We know many of you had jobs and internships lined up for this summer and because of COVID-19 lost those opportunities. The Strommen Center team has heard from many students about the hardship this has created and we want you to know that we are here to help. These Let’s Talk Job Search conversations are informal and focused on hearing from you and your peers about how your summer job and internship search is going and learn more about how we can best assist you this summer. We can troubleshoot issues you are having and show you search tools and platforms you may not be aware of. We hope you’ll join us for this informal conversation!

Access to the Zoom Link

submitted by carlson2@augsburg.edu

“Rest, Recover, Restore” “Join Tracie Thoms, Alicia “Ace” Easter, Ray Ford, and Catero Colbert for two hours of self care for BLM supporters through yoga, meditation, words & music. Rest is an essential part of resistance. Bring a journal and your weary soul. No yoga experience necessary. Sometimes yoga means being still and breathing.”
Monday, June 8th 7-9pm CST

Register for the event

submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu

When: June 18, 2020 11:00 am – 12:00 pm CST
Level: Introductory
Track: Social Responsibility
Presenter: Jessie Wusthoff, Clover Health

While many companies understand the need to implement legal components related to disability in the workplace, few are confident in approaching the human side of these conversations on disability.
During this webinar, we will introduce different social models around disability and understand how they show up in daily work life. We’ll focus on creating a safe space to understand how these models impact our personal points of view and begin to explore better ways of framing conversations around disability in the workplace.

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/webinars/a-new-direction-for-conversations-on-disability/

submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu

When: June 16, 2020 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Cost: $30 Suggested Donation
Level: Intermediate
Track: Social Responsibility
Presenter: Tawanna Black, Center for Economic Inclusion

Building racially inclusive and equitable workplaces has become even more complex as we are now faced with the challenge of responding to the worsening economic and health disparities created by COVID-19 in many communities throughout the country. Employers can and should play an important role in inclusive recovery efforts, but must be equipped with data informed, market responsive solutions that center people of color. Tawanna Black, Founder and CEO of the Center for Economic Inclusion will facilitate this special Diversity Insights Digital Presentation sharing a framework for racially inclusive recovery for employers.

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/dibs/racially-equitable-responsive-recovery/

submitted by wegenke@augsburg.edu

A virtual town hall for Augsburg faculty and staff will take place Thursday, June 4 at 11 a.m. Panelists will include President Paul Pribbenow, Provost and Chief Academic Officer Karen Kaivola, Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer Leif Anderson, and Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Rebecca John. A recording will be posted after the event.

Register Here

submitted by xueb@augsburg.edu

Strommen Center is providing a virtual space for students to ask any questions regarding jobs and careers. Cone and join your peers and Augsburg staff for a conversation on job searching!

Tuesdays from 1:30-2:30pm

Thursdays from 10:30-11:30am

Let’s Talk About Job Search

submitted by alamilla@augsburg.edu

Augsburg is organizing a supply drive for the Cedar-Riverside community. We invite you to join us Monday, June 1 from 1–3:00 p.m. at Parking Lot L at the intersection of Riverside Avenue and 25th Ave S.

See details here:

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

A Gathering of Lament

Campus Ministry will hold a virtual space on Zoom today at 10:30 – 10:50 am, for our Augsburg community to gather together to grieve and to share about the death of George Floyd at the hands of the Minneapolis Police. It will be a time of prayer and lament. Please also visit the Campus Ministry blog to read “A Prayer for Breath.” https://www.augsburg.edu/campusministry/2020/05/26/a-prayer-for-breath/
Join Zoom Meeting
Janice Dames is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Join Zoom Meeting
https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/95613557015?pwd=ZUN0cGtjQ2NYb2o5K082YzF1Rmh6UT09

Meeting ID: 956 1355 7015
Password: 749155

More Information

submitted by cashdar@augsburg.edu

The 2020 virtual commencement ceremony viewing links are now available on the Augsburg commencement web page. We hope you will join us for one of the two viewing times.

Friday, May 29, 7:00 p.m. Central

Sunday, May 31, 2:00 p.m. Central

Come recognize and cheer on the Class of 2020!

https://www.augsburg.edu/commencement/live-video-stream/

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When: June 18, 2020 11:00 am – 12:00 pm CST
Level: Introductory
Track: Social Responsibility
Presenter: Jessie Wusthoff, Clover Health

While many companies understand the need to implement legal components related to disability in the workplace, few are confident in approaching the human side of these conversations on disability.
During this webinar, we will introduce different social models around disability and understand how they show up in daily work life. We’ll focus on creating a safe space to understand how these models impact our personal points of view and begin to explore better ways of framing conversations around disability in the workplace.

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/webinars/a-new-direction-for-conversations-on-disability/

submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu

When: June 16, 2020 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Cost: $30 Suggested Donation
Level: Intermediate
Track: Social Responsibility
Presenter: Tawanna Black, Center for Economic Inclusion

Building racially inclusive and equitable workplaces has become even more complex as we are now faced with the challenge of responding to the worsening economic and health disparities created by COVID-19 in many communities throughout the country. Employers can and should play an important role in inclusive recovery efforts, but must be equipped with data informed, market responsive solutions that center people of color. Tawanna Black, Founder and CEO of the Center for Economic Inclusion will facilitate this special Diversity Insights Digital Presentation sharing a framework for racially inclusive recovery for employers.

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/dibs/racially-equitable-responsive-recovery/

submitted by dinku@augsburg.edu

Join us for a virtual Pan-Afrikan community gathering this Thursday, May 28th at 1:30pm. This specific gathering is reserved for Black folks at Augsburg to gather, mourn and organize.

zoom link: https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/92817884419?pwd=WWhKOUZkZzRjQUJ4Sk81SzNsa0dXUT09

Meeting ID: 928 1788 4419
Password: 256934

+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Campus Ministry will hold a virtual space on Zoom on Friday, May 29, at 10:30 – 10:50 am, for our Augsburg community to gather together to grieve and to share about the death of George Floyd at the hands of the Minneapolis Police. It will be a time of prayer and lament. Please also visit the Campus Ministry blog to read “A Prayer for Breath.” https://www.augsburg.edu/campusministry/2020/05/26/a-prayer-for-breath/

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Campus Ministry will hold a virtual space on Zoom on Friday, May 29, at 10:30 – 10:50 am, for our Augsburg community to gather together to grieve and to share about the death of George Floyd at the hands of the Minneapolis Police. It will be a time of prayer and lament. Please also visit the Campus Ministry blog to read “A Prayer for Breath.” https://www.augsburg.edu/campusministry/2020/05/26/a-prayer-for-breath/

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When: June 16, 2020 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Cost: $30 Suggested Donation
Level: Intermediate
Track: Social Responsibility
Presenter: Tawanna Black, Center for Economic Inclusion

Building racially inclusive and equitable workplaces has become even more complex as we are now faced with the challenge of responding to the worsening economic and health disparities created by COVID-19 in many communities throughout the country. Employers can and should play an important role in inclusive recovery efforts, but must be equipped with data informed, market responsive solutions that center people of color. Tawanna Black, Founder and CEO of the Center for Economic Inclusion will facilitate this special Diversity Insights Digital Presentation sharing a framework for racially inclusive recovery for employers.

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/dibs/racially-equitable-responsive-recovery/

submitted by grayk2@augsburg.edu

How are you doing this summer? We know many of you had jobs and internships lined up for this summer and because of COVID-19 lost those opportunities. The Strommen Center team has heard from many students about the hardship this has created and we want you to know that we are here to help.

These weekly Let’s Talk Job Search conversations are informal and focused on hearing from you and your peers about how your summer job and internship search is going and learn more about how we can best assist you this summer. We can troubleshoot issues you are having and show you search tools and platforms you may not be aware of.

We hope you’ll join us for this first informal conversation on Tuesday, May 26 at 1:30 p.m.!

Register for the event in Handshake

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As part of its community conversation series on supporting the well being of students of color during the current pandemic, The Steve Fund is hosting a live panel conversation for university faculty and staff today at 2 PM. “Is This a New or Temporary Normal? Life for Students of Color in Fall 2020.” The focus will be on how to prepare our students for the changes ahead, and how we can work together to support the success of our students of color during this period of unprecedented change.

See link below for more information or to register for this free event.

“Is This a New or Temporary Normal? Life for Students of Color in Fall 2020.” Info/registration

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When: May 21, 2020 11:00 am – 12:00 pm CST
Level: Intermediate
Track: Social Responsibility
Presenters: Malii Carolyn, EngageBetween | Tatyana Fertelmeyster, Connecting Differences, LLC
Cost: Free

Sharpen your skills at addressing diversity-related issues in a climate saturated by the 2020 U.S. presidential campaign. As Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) leaders, get in front of an unprecedented political atmosphere that filters through our workplaces and creates heightened sensitivity to identity-related trigger points.

This webinar will explore nuanced perspectives and complexities of addressing diversity-related “hot buttons” and consider ways for turning them into teachable moments.

Learning Outcomes
-Identify practical and relevant steps to navigate the intersection between diversity and politics in the workplace
-Apply concepts of intent and impact within the 2020 U.S. presidential race and other real-world contexts
-Clarify the role of DEI practitioners in engaging identity politics

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/webinars/workplace-2020-an-intersection-of-diversity-and-politics/

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When: May 21, 2020 11:00 am – 12:00 pm CST
Level: Intermediate
Track: Social Responsibility
Presenters: Malii Carolyn, EngageBetween | Tatyana Fertelmeyster, Connecting Differences, LLC
Cost: Free

Sharpen your skills at addressing diversity-related issues in a climate saturated by the 2020 U.S. presidential campaign. As Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) leaders, get in front of an unprecedented political atmosphere that filters through our workplaces and creates heightened sensitivity to identity-related trigger points.

This webinar will explore nuanced perspectives and complexities of addressing diversity-related “hot buttons” and consider ways for turning them into teachable moments.

Learning Outcomes
-Identify practical and relevant steps to navigate the intersection between diversity and politics in the workplace
-Apply concepts of intent and impact within the 2020 U.S. presidential race and other real-world contexts
-Clarify the role of DEI practitioners in engaging identity politics

https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/webinars/workplace-2020-an-intersection-of-diversity-and-politics/

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Active Minds has created a webinar series geared towards supporting college students through the current pandemic, and has made all of their content free to all college students.

Please check out their website for upcoming life webinar discussions such as “LGBT+ Youth and Mental Health: Creating Community During COVID-19” on Wednesday, June 10th.

Previously recorded webinars are also available to view, on topics including:

The Mental Health Impact of Pandemic-Related Racism: A Panel Discussion (available shortly)

Relationship Skills: Managing Limits and Expectations During COVID-19.

Anxiety in the time of COVID-19: Panel Discussion

Careers and Mental Health in the age of COVID-19

& Communicating in Quarantine: Tips to Encourage Mental Wellness in Close Quarters.

Please also check out the CWC “Coping with COVID” webpage for many additional resources. And remember that the urgent phone counseling line is available 24 hours/day, 7 days/week anytime our office is closed, and can be reached by calling 612-330-1707 and selecting option 1!

Active Minds College Student Webinar Series

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A virtual town hall for Augsburg faculty and staff will take place today from 10-11 a.m. Panelists will include President Paul Pribbenow, Provost and Chief Academic Officer Karen Kaivola, Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer Leif Anderson, and Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Rebecca John. A recording will be posted after the event.

Find the link to register for the webinar (and recordings of past town halls) on the Virtual Town Halls page on the Outbreak Planning site (link below).

Virtual Town Hall Meetings

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The Sisterhood Boutique is holding its 5th Annual Fashion Show (Gone Virtual) today (May 14) at 3:00 PM. The show celebrates the creativity and strength of young women while exploring intersections between sustainable fashion and environmentalism. The fashion show will feature graphic design work by Augsburg’s Design & Agency program, modeling of fashions created from Sisterhood Boutique merchandise, poetry, and a Don’t Rush Challenge video by Sisterhood interns and staff. Join through the event page here: https://www.facebook.com/events/253418205859393/. The event will also be livestreamed on Instagram (@sisterhoodmn).

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A virtual town hall for Augsburg faculty and staff will take place Friday from 10-11 a.m. Panelists will include President Paul Pribbenow, Provost and Chief Academic Officer Karen Kaivola, Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer Leif Anderson, and Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Rebecca John. A recording will be posted after the event.

Find the link to register for the webinar (and recordings of past town halls) on the Virtual Town Halls page on the Outbreak Planning site (link below).

Register at the Virtual Town Hall Meetings website

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The Sisterhood Boutique is holding its 5th Annual Fashion Show (Gone Virtual) on Thursday, May 14th at 3:00 PM. The show celebrates the creativity and strength of young women while exploring intersections between sustainable fashion and environmentalism. The Fashion Show will feature graphic design work by Augsburg’s Design & Agency program, modeling of fashions created from Sisterhood Boutique merchandise, poetry, and a Don’t Rush Challenge video by Sisterhood interns and staff. Join through the event page here: https://www.facebook.com/events/253418205859393/. The event will also be livestreamed on Instagram (@sisterhoodmn).

submitted by wegenke@augsburg.edu

A virtual town hall for Augsburg faculty and staff will take place Friday from 10-11 a.m. Panelists will include President Paul Pribbenow, Provost and Chief Academic Officer Karen Kaivola, Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer Leif Anderson, and Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Rebecca John. A recording will be posted after the event.

The link to register for the webinar will be posted on the Virtual Town Halls page on the Outbreak Planning site (link below).

Virtual Town Hall Meetings

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The student emergency fund is re-opened. Students who did not previously submit a request to the emergency fund may now do so. If you have any questions, please contact the Helpline at helpline@augsburg.edu. Here is a link to the Google form.

https://www.google.com/url?q=https://forms.gle/LSS1hkaZXdiMdRqg9&sa=D&source=hangouts&ust=1589295273416000&usg=AFQjCNE3g_AAV2nJvPT4NYxPtoqiVQB3hg

A virtual town hall for Augsburg faculty and staff will take place this Friday from 10-11 a.m. Panelists will include President Paul Pribbenow, Provost and Chief Academic Officer Karen Kaivola, Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer Leif Anderson, and Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Rebecca John. A recording will be posted after the event.

The link to register for the webinar will be posted on the Virtual Town Halls page on the Outbreak Planning site (link below).

Link: Virtual Town Hall Meetings

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Commencement Traditions:

1. Decorate your mortarboard cap: Show how you’ve decorated your graduation cap in your video. Share it on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter using the hashtag #AuggieGrad.

2. Turn your tassel: One of the most important moments of a commencement ceremony is when graduates move the tassel on their caps from the right side to the left side to signify their move from candidate to graduate. Record a video of yourself (or have someone in your home record you) turning your tassel, then share it with #AuggieGrad on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

3. Stay connected: No matter how near or far we are from one another, we’re still a community of Auggies. Celebrate your new alumni status in the Augsburg community by sharing a post on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter with the hashtag #AuggiePride.

https://www.augsburg.edu/commencement/

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Check out the link below for details about all of the wonderful workshops and events being offered during next week’s “3 Days in May”. We hope to “see” you there!

3 Days in May 2020

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Join UpTurnships and the Strommen Center today (Thursday, May 7) from 12-1pm for our virtual Lunch & Learn session on Tips for Virtual Interviewing where you’ll learn best practices for acing your virtual interview.

Register for the event in Handshake

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Join UpTurnships and the Strommen Center on Thursday, May 7 from 12-1pm for our virtual Lunch & Learn session on Tips for Virtual Interviewing where you’ll learn best practices for acing your virtual interview.

Register for the event on Handshake!

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CGEE and the Spanish department invite all students to a virtual “Meet and Greet” with our Spanish language instructors from Mexico. Since we cannot meet in person for class this summer, we are happy to bring the instructors to you virtually! Get to know your instructors in this engaging Zoom session between Cuernavaca and Minneapolis. The meet and greet will be facilitated by Dr. Sarah Degner Riveros. All levels and abilities of Spanish language are encouraged to join! We will have translations from English to Spanish where needed.

Registering for CGEE’s online experiential learning courses this summer will engage students with local communities from our global locations. Learn Spanish language from native speakers, and learn more about Augsburg’s long-time community partners in Cuernavaca!

We hope you will join us on Wednesday, May 6th at 3:00 p.m. for this meet and greet on Zoom.

Zoom Link for the Event

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Join UpTurnships & the Strommen Center on Tuesday, May 5 at noon for our next virtual Lunch & Learn session with speakers Marcus Winbush – United Health Group and Luciano Guzman, U of M Admission to chat about what you can do with your Social Sciences major. There are so many options and career paths for social sciences majors, hear what our two speakers did with theirs, ask questions, and get advice.

Register for the event in Handshake!

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It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Malia Abdullahi. Malia was a junior and a psychology major. To honor and celegrate Malia’s life, a virtual ceremony will be held on May 5 at 11:00 a.m. A zoom link is provided below for those who are able to attend.

https://www.google.com/url?q=https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/97160336524?pwd%3DNXh1dXkyUVVqNnhjSWVJUW5WVThVdz09&sa=D&ust=1588624948250000&usg=AOvVaw1dkFbZVR4d-dwpj4jcRUmo

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Congratulations to all students graduating this spring from Augsburg University. Your achievement is especially notable in these challenging times. To mark the completion of your time at Augsburg, Campus Ministry is offering two online services that would usually have been held on campus. Everyone is invited to watch these two virtual services. Please note that the link for the Interfaith Sending has been corrected.

The first is our Baccalaureate Service, which is a festive service of music and word held for the graduating class, friends, and family members celebrating the completion of your studies at Augsburg and offering our blessings to you as you go out into the world. This is a Christian worship service, open to all. The online service this year will be slightly truncated, but it will still be filled with joy and thanksgiving. Pastor Babette Chatman serves as the preacher, President Paul Pribbenow offers a greeting, and a recording of the Augsburg Choir is offered to mark this occasion. https://youtu.be/uQWzzf-K9LY

You are also invited to watch the Interfaith Community Sending service. Graduating students of all religious and non-religious identities are invited to this interfaith service celebrating your educational journey. This service is a special time of reflection and blessing led by the Interfaith Scholar Cohort of 2019-20. https://youtu.be/wVr0NQJEbcY

More information

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Congratulations to all students graduating this spring from Augsburg University. Your achievement is especially notable in these challenging times. To mark the completion of your time at Augsburg, Campus Ministry is offering two online services that would usually have been held on campus. Everyone is invited to watch these two virtual services.

The first is our Baccalaureate Service, which is a festive service of music and word held for the graduating class, friends, and family members celebrating the completion of your studies at Augsburg and offering our blessings to you as you go out into the world. This is a Christian worship service, open to all. The online service this year will be slightly truncated, but it will still be filled with joy and thanksgiving. Pastor Babette Chatman serves as the preacher, President Paul Pribbenow offers a greeting, and a recording of the Augsburg Choir is offered to mark this occasion. https://youtu.be/uQWzzf-K9LY

You are also invited to watch the Interfaith Community Sending service. Graduating students of all religious and non-religious identities are invited to this interfaith service celebrating your educational journey. This service is a special time of reflection and blessing led by the Interfaith Scholar Cohort of 2019-20. https://youtu.be/uQWzzf-K9LY

More information

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It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Malia Abdullahi. Malia was a junior and a psychology major. To honor and celegrate Malia’s life, a virtual ceremony will be held on May 5 at 11:00 a.m. A zoom link is provided below for those who are able to attend.
https://www.google.com/url?q=https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/97160336524?pwd%3DNXh1dXkyUVVqNnhjSWVJUW5WVThVdz09&sa=D&ust=1588624948250000&usg=AOvVaw1dkFbZVR4d-dwpj4jcRUmo

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Learn how you can find the Hidden Jobs in the Insurance Industry! Join UpTurnships & the Strommen Center virtually on Thursday 4/30 at Noon with speakers Dawn Araya, Vice President, Employer Services at Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC and Mariah Miller, Account Executive Financial Institutions at Travelers to learn about entry level jobs, career paths, and more within the Insurance industry!

Final Week of Virtual Resume Drop-In Hours
Tuesday, April 28 – Friday, May 1
10:00am-3:45pm (CDT)
Get your resume and/cover letter reviewed by a Career Peer Advisor today!
https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/180161288

Register for the event in Handshake now!

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Faculty, you are invited to a Zoom session just prior to today’s big meeting. From 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, you will have a chance to gather with colleagues to share your experiences with online teaching. You are welcome to share your challenges, as well as your positive interactions. Or, you can just listen as others reflect on their observations.

Wednesday, April 29 | “Wanna Talk About It?” | 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, ZOOM

Topic: Wanna Talk About It? (Hot Plate Session)
Time: Apr 29, 2020 02:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/95213420272?pwd=MVB1TzhlRDM4dlJwVWZ0TVg1aW85UT09
Meeting ID: 952 1342 0272
Password: 1dcghkwF
One tap mobile +16465588656,,95213420272# US (New York)

ZOOM Link

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So you are teaching online this summer? Now what? Come to this informative session to learn about online teaching and learning, including the community of inquiry model and best practices in course design. Choose the day/time that works best for you. This session will be offered: Thursday, April 30 from 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/94629980215 and Friday, May 1 from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/92483166321 .

Upcoming Events

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Students who have had their study abroad and study away plans derailed this year have begun inquiring about next year.

Check out the short-term study abroad programs coming up for Spring Break and Summer 2021. Now is a great time to plan ahead! ALL programs fulfill your AUGSBURG EXPERIENCE requirement, as well as other classes!

Check out the options in these great locations:

—NEW YORK CITY—
Roots to Rap: Islam in America – spring break
HIS 195 (Humanities)

—GUATEMALA—
Faith, Vocation, and Social Change – spring break
RLN 409 (Search for Meaning II) or RLN 480 (Keystone for some majors)

—MINNESOTA—
Dakota and Ojibwe Spaces of Environmental Activism & Sovereignty – Spring Time 2
AIS 305 (elective) or ANT 295 (elective)

—CUBA—
Community, Arts, and Culture in Cuba – Summer
THR 295 (Fine Arts)

—GERMANY—
Science and Religion in Germany – Summer
REL 205 (Search for Meaning II) and/or CHM 102 (Lab Science) or SCI 490 (Keystone for Science majors)

—ITALY—
Sustainability and Food Justice in Italy & the US – Summer
HIS 170 (Humanities) or HIS 440 (elective)

Get more information about these short term programs