Category: Event Announcements

submitted by hermansb@augsburg.edu

Augsburg University’s, Norway Hub, in partnership with the Royal Norwegian Honorary Consulate General, will host the following seminar, Historic Perspectives on Norway and USA’s Constitutions, on Tuesday, May 29, from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. in Oren Gateway Center 100.
We invite you all to register for this free event that will provide a historic perspective on the two constitutions including shared influences and legacies. Speakers are Bård Thorheim, political advisor to the Norwegian Minister of Foreign Affairs, as well as Bård Frydenlund, historian and director at Eidsvoll 1814.

Any questions should be sent to Bettine (hermansb@augsburg.edu).

Velkommen skal du være!

Register here

submitted by lukasik@augsburg.edu

The following event is free-of-charge and open to the public.

“Indigenizing Pedagogies: Sacred Landscapes as Transformative Praxis”
Thursday, May 17, 2018 | 5-6 p.m.
Marshall Room, Christensen Center

Attend remotely by using the Zoom link: https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/366604531

Jeremy Garcia is a faculty member in the Department of Teaching, Learning, and Sociocultural Studies at the University of Arizona. He is a member of the Hopi/Tewa Tribes of Arizona. He was an Assistant Professor in the School of Education’s Department of Curriculum and Instruction at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM). He was also an Endowed Professor of the Electa Quinney Institute for American Indian Education at UWM. His research focuses on culturally responsive curriculum, pedagogy, teacher education, and family and community engagement among Indigenous education. Grounded in critical indigenous research methodologies, his previous research analyzed curriculum and pedagogy in Indigenous education through an interactive process with Hopi and Tewa educators. His recent research examined how Indigenous parents and educators contextualize the process and experience of engaging with opportunities to collaborate with educators in a schooling context located in an urban setting in the Midwest. He continues to support tribal communities, educators and programs on curriculum development that is grounded in Indigenous knowledge systems, such as the Hopi Kuuyi (Water) Curriculum and the Hopi Natwani (traditional farming) curriculum in Arizona. He has experience as an elementary school teacher and parent involvement coordinator on the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Reservation, in Arizona. He is a member of the editorial board for the Mellon Tribal College Research Journal and a board member of the Hopi Education Endowment Fund.

Sponsored by Graduate Programs in Education at Augsburg University, Department of American Indian Studies, and American Indian Student Services

http://www.augsburg.edu/mae/transformingeduc/

submitted by garvey@augsburg.edu

Thrivent Financial advisors Ted Nielsen and Alex Gonzalez, will briefly discuss topics for new and mid-career professionals such as managing debt, care for young children, saving for further education, as well as planning for retirement. You can leave with valuable information and resources. Co-hosted through our Wellness program, Student Affairs, and Thrivent Financial. Lunch is provided.

12–1:15 p.m. in the Marshall room

To ensure we have enough space and food, and to see about dietary needs, please go to https://goo.gl/forms/fdhruJniWDrFrg9B2

Questions? Contact Ann Garvey at garvey@augsburg.edu

submitted by lamberte@augsburg.edu

Good Morning. I will be teaching yoga at Augsburg this summer until June 27. Please join us TODAY from 12:15–1 p.m. in Si-Melby 128.
We will practice flowing breath to movement, staying in the present moment, and challenging our bodies through different poses during this 45 minute yoga practice. Mats will be available if you do not have your own mat. Open to all students, staff, faculty, and any others part of the Augsburg community. Private sessions are available as well, let me know if you are interested. Please e-mail me if you have any questions or suggestions at lamberte@augsburg.edu.

Augsburg University’s Norway Hub, in partnership with the Royal Norwegian Honorary Consulate General, will host a seminar titled Historic Perspectives on Norway and USA’s Constitutions, on Tuesday, May 29, from 11 a.m.–12 p.m. at the Augsburg University Campus.

We invite you all to register for this free event that will provide a historic perspective on the two constitutions including shared influences and legacies. Speakers are Bård Thorheim, political advisor to the Norwegian Minister of Foreign Affairs, as well as Bård Frydenlund, historian and director at Eidsvoll 1814.

Any questions should be sent to Bettine (hermansb@augsburg.edu).

Velkommen!

Register here.

submitted by stepkad@augsburg.edu

Join the Augsburg community in celebrating the work of its staff during the past academic year. Food and drink will be provided and door prizes will be given away.

Staff Spring Social
Tuesday, May 15
3-5 p.m. | The Quad

(In case of rain, the event will move inside Christensen Center)
Email staffsenate@augsburg.edu with any questions.

submitted by garvey@augsburg.edu

Thrivent Financial advisors Ted Nielsen and Alex Gonzalez, will briefly discuss topics for new and mid-career professionals such as managing debt, care for young children, saving for further education – as well as planning for retirement. You can leave with valuable information and resources. Co-hosted through our Wellness program, Student Affairs, and Thrivent Financial. Lunch is provided.

12—1:15 pm in the Marshall room

To ensure we have enough space and food, and to see about dietary needs, please go to https://goo.gl/forms/fdhruJniWDrFrg9B2

Questions? Contact Ann Garvey at garvey@augsburg.edu

submitted by lamberte@augsburg.edu

Good Morning. I will be teaching yoga at Augsburg this summer until June 27. Please join us tomorrow from 12:15–1 p.m. in Si-Melby 128.
We will practice flowing breath to movement, staying in the present moment, and challenging our bodies through different poses during this 45 minute yoga practice. Mats will be available if you do not have your own mat. Open to all students, staff, faculty, and any others part of the Augsburg community. Private sessions are available as well, let me know if you are interested. Please e-mail me if you have any questions or suggestions at lamberte@augsburg.edu.

submitted by reinhard@augsburg.edu

We would like to express our gratitude to all who signed the letter in support of Dr. Mzenga Wanyama and Mary Mzenga. Close to150 letters were delivered to Senator Klobuchar’s office on Friday, May 11th. We also formally expressed our gratitude to Senator Klobuchar for her and Senator Smith’s advocacy on behalf of the Wanyamas.

For updated information on Mzenga’s case:
http://www.augsburg.edu/news/2018/04/24/support-associate-professor-mzenga-wanyama/

http://www.mzenga.com

Thank you for your continued support of Professor Mzenga Wanyama and Mary Mzenga.

submitted by garvey@augsburg.edu

Lunch and Learn with Thrivent Financial – Wed., May 23

Alex Gonzalez and Ted Nielsen, Thrivent Financial, will briefly discuss topics for new and mid-career professionals such as managing debt, care for young children, saving for further education – as well as planning for retirement. You can leave with valuable information and resources. Co-hosted through our Wellness program, Student Affairs, and Thrivent Financial. Lunch is provided.

12 noon – 1:15 pm in the Marshall room

To ensure we have enough space and food, and to see about dietary needs, please go to https://goo.gl/forms/fdhruJniWDrFrg9B2

Questions? Contact Ann Garvey at garvey@augsburg.edu

submitted by lamberte@augsburg.edu

Good Morning. I will be teaching yoga at Augsburg this summer until June 27. Please join us on Wednesdays from 12:15–1 p.m. in Si-Melby 128.
We will practice flowing breath to movement, staying in the present moment, and challenging our bodies through different poses during this 45 minute yoga practice. Mats will be available if you do not have your own mat. Open to all students, staff, faculty, and any others part of the Augsburg community. Private sessions are available as well, let me know if you are interested. Please e-mail me if you have any questions or suggestions at lamberte@augsburg.edu.

submitted by reinhard@augsburg.edu

As of Thursday morning, we have been informed of the following action taken by Senators Klobuchar & Smith:

“Senators Klobuchar and Smith have reached out to the Department of State during the week of May 7 to request that the agency expedite the case and have agreed to continue to do this until a decision on Dr. Wanyama’s waiver application is issued.”

In light of this news, we still plan to complete our letter-signing campaign today at 12:30 p.m.. As a continued sign of support for Professor Wanyama and Mary Mzenga, we will then hand-deliver the letters to Senator Klobuchar’s office Friday afternoon, along with a letter of thanks for the action they have taken thus far.

We are excited to say that we already have 131 letters signed. Can you help us get to 150 or 200?

Where you can sign the letter:

1. We will be in the atrium of Hagfor’s Center before and after most of the 4 Days in May workshops. Look for us and/or the letters at the table outside of Hagfors 150.

2. Copies of the letter to be signed and a reference sheet with phone numbers that one can call are on the counter in Judi Green’s office. Signed letters can be left in a folder there or can be left directly with Judi. We will pick up the letters at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, 5/11.

You are invited to join us as we hand-deliver these letters to Senator Klobuchar’s office on Friday afternoon. More information on carpooling or joining us at the Senator’s office can be found by following a link at the bottom of this announcement. We’d love to have a big group deliver these – all are welcome.

Information on Mzenga’s case:
http://www.augsburg.edu/news/2018/04/24/support-associate-professor-mzenga-wanyama/

http://www.mzenga.com

Thank you for your continued support of Professor and Mary Wanyama.

Please direct your questions to:
Sarah Degner Riveros, riveross@augsburg.edu
Kate Reinhardt, reinhard@augsburg.edu

Sign up here to carpool/meet at Senator’s office

submitted by reinhard@augsburg.edu

Professor Mzenga Wanyama has a meeting with ICE this Thursday, May 10.  The urgent next step in his case is to get our senators to expedite a response from the State Department on his and Mary’s waiver applications. To that end, all faculty and staff are invited to sign a letter urging Senator Klobuchar to take immediate action to demand that the State Department expedite the waiver application for Mzenga Wanyama and Mary Mzenga.

We are excited to say that we already have 79 letters signed. Can you help us get to 100?

Where you can sign the letter:

1. We will be in the atrium of Hagfor’s Center before and after most of the 4 Days in May workshops. Look for us and/or the letters at the table outside of Hagfors 150.

2. Copies of the letter to be signed and a reference sheet with phone numbers that one can call are on the counter in Judi Green’s office. Signed letters can be left in a folder there or can be left directly with Judi. We will pick up the letters at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, 5/11.

You are invited to join us as we hand-deliver these letters to Senator Klobuchar’s office on Friday afternoon. More information on carpooling or joining us at the Senator’s office can be found by following a link at the bottom of this announcement. We’d love to have a big group deliver these – all are welcome.

Information on Mzenga’s case:
http://www.augsburg.edu/news/2018/04/24/support-associate-professor-mzenga-wanyama/

http://www.mzenga.com

Thank you for your continued support of Professor and Mary Wanyama.

Please direct your questions to:
Sarah Degner Riveros, riveross@augsburg.edu
Kate Reinhardt, reinhard@augsburg.edu

Sign up for carpooling here/meet at Senator’s office

submitted by garvey@augsburg.edu

There is still time for staff and faculty to RSVP for the Creating an Inclusive Campus Workshop,
Thursday, May 10, 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Lunch provided

This workshop will engage participants in reflecting on and exploring bias and the impact of bias in their work and teaching at Augsburg. The featured facilitator is Nehrwr Abdul-Wahid, One Ummah Consulting. Nehrwr will discuss bias and how it impacts and plays out among students, faculty, staff, and administrators. Staff and faculty panelists will share short stories about how they have worked to minimize bias in their interactions with students, course offerings, curricular content, policies, and programs. Participants will also receive an overview of recent bias incidents reports submitted by Augsburg students and will have time to discuss with colleagues in small groups, and continue the conversation over lunch.

8:30-9 a.m. Check in and refreshments
9-12 p.m. Workshop, with planned break
12-1 p.m. Lunch and conversation

To RSVP, please go to this google form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfV1Olt1QGwsy4N4L4PgvzXBlDIG-zZBV-jYCepaD2dS2yXLA/viewform?usp=sf_link

submitted by lamberte@augsburg.edu

Good Morning. I will be teaching yoga at Augsburg this summer until June 27. Please join us TODAY from 12:15–1 p.m. in Si-Melby 128. This class will take place every Wednesday.
We will practice flowing breath to movement, staying in the present moment, and challenging our bodies through different poses during this 45 minute yoga practice. Mats will be available if you do not have your own mat. Open to all students, staff, faculty, and any others part of the Augsburg community. Private sessions are available as well, let me know if you are interested. Please e-mail me if you have any questions or suggestions at lamberte@augsburg.edu.

submitted by reinhard@augsburg.edu

Professor Mzenga Wanyama has a meeting with ICE this Thursday, May 10.  The urgent next step in his case is to get our senators to expedite a response from the State Department on his and Mary’s waiver applications. To that end, all faculty and staff are invited to sign a letter urging Senator Klobuchar to take immediate action to demand that the State Department expedite the waiver application for Mzenga Wanyama and Mary Mzenga.

Where you can sign the letter:

1. We will be in the atrium of Hagfor’s Center before and after most of the 4 Days in May workshops. Look for us and/or the letters at the table outside of Hagfors 150.

2. Copies of the letter to be signed and a reference sheet with phone numbers that one can call are on the counter in Judi Green’s office. Signed letters can be left in a folder there or can be left directly with Judi. We will pick up the letters at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, 5/11.

You are invited to join us as we hand-deliver these letters to Senator Klobuchar’s office on Friday after the 4 Days in May workshops wrap up at 2:30. More information will be forthcoming on carpooling options in the Friday. Daily Amail. We’d love to have a big group deliver these – all are welcome.

Learn more about Mzenga’s case:
http://www.augsburg.edu/news/2018/04/24/support-associate-professor-mzenga-wanyama/

http://www.mzenga.com

Thank you for your continued support of Professor and Mary Wanyama.

Please direct your questions to:
Sarah Degner Riveros, riveross@augsburg.edu
Kate Reinhardt, reinhard@augsburg.edu

submitted by hermansb@augsburg.edu

Augsburg University’s, Norway Hub, in partnership with the Royal Norwegian Honorary Consulate General, will host the following seminar, Historic Perspectives on Norway and USA’s Constitutions, on Tuesday, May 29, from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Augsburg University Campus.

We invite you all to register for this free event that will provide a historic perspective on the two constitutions including shared influences and legacies. Speakers are Bård Thorheim, political advisor to the Norwegian Minister of Foreign Affairs, as well as Bård Frydenlund, historian and director at Eidsvoll 1814.

Any questions should be sent to Bettine (hermansb@augsburg.edu).

Velkommen

Historic Perspectives on Norway and USA’s Constitutions

submitted by garvey@augsburg.edu

There is still time for staff and faculty to RSVP for the Creating an Inclusive Campus Workshop,
Thursday, May 10, 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Lunch provided

This workshop will engage participants in reflecting on and exploring bias and the impact of bias in their work and teaching at Augsburg. The featured facilitator is Nehrwr Abdul-Wahid, One Ummah Consulting. Nehrwr will discuss bias and how it impacts and plays out among students, faculty, staff, and administrators. Staff and faculty panelists will share short stories about how they have worked to minimize bias in their interactions with students, course offerings, curricular content, policies, and programs. Participants will also receive an overview of recent bias incidents reports submitted by Augsburg students and will have time to discuss with colleagues in small groups, and continue the conversation over lunch.

8:30-9:00 a.m. Check in and refreshments
9-12 p.m. Workshop, with planned break
12-1 p.m. Lunch and conversation

To RSVP, please go to this google form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfV1Olt1QGwsy4N4L4PgvzXBlDIG-zZBV-jYCepaD2dS2yXLA/viewform?usp=sf_link

You can also sign up for other FOUR DAYS IN MAY workshops, presented by Augsburg University Center for Teaching and Learning, May 8-11

submitted by hermansb@augsburg.edu

The Nobel Peace Prize Forum office has secured a few tickets for Kofi Annan’s address at Macalester College to be held on Monday, May 7, 2018. Doors open at 1:00 p.m. and his address is at 2:00 p.m. The event is in celebration of the name change that will happen to one of Macalester Institutes in honor of their worldly renowned alumnus.

I have two additional free tickets available. If you are interested, in joining us, please contact Bettine at x1378. First come, first serve.

Kofi Annan’s adress

submitted by stepkad@augsburg.edu

Join the Augsburg community in celebrating the work of its staff during the past academic year. Food and drink will be provided and door prizes will be given away.

Staff Spring Social
Tuesday, May 15
3-5 p.m. | The Quad
(In case of rain, the event will move inside Christensen Center)

Email staffsenate@augsburg.edu with any questions.

submitted by garvey@augsburg.edu

Staff and faculty are invited to the Creating an Inclusive Campus Workshop,
Thursday, May 10, 8:30am – 1:00pm

This workshop will engage participants in reflecting on and exploring bias and the impact of bias in their work and teaching at Augsburg. The featured facilitator is Nehrwr Abdul-Wahid, One Ummah Consulting. Nehrwr will discuss bias and how it impacts and plays out among students, faculty, staff, and administrators. Staff and faculty panelists will share short stories about how they have worked to minimize bias in their interactions with students, course offerings, curricular content, policies, and programs. Participants will also receive an overview of recent bias incidents reports submitted by Augsburg students and will have time to discuss with colleagues in small groups, and continue the conversation over lunch.

8:30-9:00 am Check in and refreshments
9-12 noon Workshop, with planned break
12-1 pm Lunch and conversation

To RSVP, please go to this google form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfV1Olt1QGwsy4N4L4PgvzXBlDIG-zZBV-jYCepaD2dS2yXLA/viewform?usp=sf_link

You can also sign up for other FOUR DAYS IN MAY workshops, presented by Augsburg University Center for Teaching and Learning, May 8-11

submitted by svanoe@augsburg.edu

Hennepin County District 4 Candidate Forum
Thursday, May 3, 6:30-8:30 PM
University Lutheran Church of Hope 601 13th Ave. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414

ISAIAH, a state-wide organization of congregations, clergy and people of faith working for racial and economic justice in MN, is organizing this
Hennepin County Commissioner Candidates’ Forum to bring the debate on protecting immigrant families in Hennepin County to the forefront of this November’s election. Despite their low profile, the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners oversees Hennepin County’s $2 billion annual budget and there are multiple seats up for election! Especially given the discouraging state of federal immigration policy, there’s a lot that can and must be done at the county level to protect immigrant families in our community from deportation. Come learn about what these candidates are willing to do to help make our county a safe place for all and ensure that this important issue receives the attention it deserves.

Speakers will include our very own Professor Mzenga Wanyama (currently facing the threat of deportation) and an Augsburg student, speaking from their own experience. Come show your support and get informed about this important part of this November’s elections!

Candidates Angela Conley, Megan Kuhl-Stennes and Peter McLaughlin have confirmed their participation

You can register for the District 4 Forum here: https://tinyurl.com/hennepind4

submitted by gomezpa@augsburg.edu

There will be a forum at which Dr. Mzenga Wanyama and another fellow auggie will share their personal testimonies with immigration.

When: May 3, 2018

Where: University Lutheran Church of Hope
601 13th Ave SE, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55414

Time: 6:30pm- 8:30pm

https://www.facebook.com/events/235097357051134/

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

The following is excerpted from the May 2 email from President Paul Pribbenow to all faculty and staff regarding today’s All Hands Planning Summit:

Dear Faculty and Staff,

I look forward to being with you … in Si Melby Gymnasium for our 2018 All-Hands Planning Summit. This year’s event marks the official start of an important conversation on Commission150, the process to develop our next strategic plan which will launch in 2020.

We’ll gather at 8:30 a.m. for a continental breakfast; our program begins at 8:45 a.m. sharp. Our agenda includes:
>>A panel discussion–four perspectives on “Getting Innovation Done at Augsburg” with Christopher Houltberg, Joanne Reeck, Jacqueline deVries and Heather Riddle
>>An update on Sesquicentennial planning from co-chairs Darcey Engen and Jeff Swenson
>>Discussion of 26 different Commission150 table topics hosted by faculty and staff leaders from across Augsburg. We’ll spend just over an hour on Commission150; in three rounds, you’ll choose from a list of topics and move to a specific table for a 20-minute conversation led by the faculty or staff table host. For those who like to plan in advance, take a look at this incredible list of table hosts and topics [see link below]. We’ll also have this list available as a handout at [the] event.

Table Topics for All Hands Planning Summit

submitted by lamberte@augsburg.edu

Good Morning. I will be teaching yoga at Augsburg this summer until June 27. Please join us TODAY from 12:15 pm- 1:00 pm in Si-Melby 128. This class will take place every Wednesday.
We will practice flowing breath to movement, staying in the present moment, and challenging our bodies through different poses during this 45 minute yoga practice. Mats will be available if you do not have your own mat. Open to all students, staff, faculty, and any others part of the Augsburg community. Private sessions are available as well, let me know if you are interested. Please e-mail me if you have any questions or suggestions at lamberte@augsburg.edu.

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

The All Hands Planning Summit is tomorrow from 8:30-11:30 a.m. in Si Melby gymnasium.

We will start with an update on the Augsburg 2019 strategic plan, then hear from a panel of faculty and staff colleagues about their experiences in making innovation happen at Augsburg. The second half of the morning will be dedicated a number of table-top conversation around Commission150—the process to develop our next strategic plan.

We are looking forward to hearing everyone’s ideas for the future of Augsburg.

submitted by stepkad@augsburg.edu

Get out of the office and join Staff Senate in the Commons for lunch and discussion. Take some time to engage with fellow staff in casual conversation.

Wednesday, May 2
12-1 p.m. | Christensen Center, Commons

You can use this opportunity to speak specifically with Staff Senate members or just enjoy new company for lunch. Bring your own lunch and we’ll see you in the Commons.

submitted by garvey@augsburg.edu

Staff and faculty are invited to the Creating an Inclusive Campus Workshop,
Thursday, May 10, 8:30am – 1:00pm

This workshop will engage participants in reflecting on and exploring bias and the impact of bias in their work and teaching at Augsburg. The featured facilitator is Nehrwr Abdul-Wahid, One Ummah Consulting. Nehrwr will discuss bias and how it impacts and plays out among students, faculty, staff, and administrators. Staff and faculty panelists will share short stories about how they have worked to minimize bias in their interactions with students, course offerings, curricular content, policies, and programs. Participants will also receive an overview of recent bias incidents reports submitted by Augsburg students and will have time to discuss with colleagues in small groups, and continue the conversation over lunch.

8:30-9:00 am Check in and refreshments
9-12 noon Workshop, with planned break
12-1 pm Lunch and conversation

To RSVP, please go to this google form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfV1Olt1QGwsy4N4L4PgvzXBlDIG-zZBV-jYCepaD2dS2yXLA/viewform?usp=sf_link

You can also sign up for other FOUR DAYS IN MAY workshops, presented by Augsburg University Center for Teaching and Learning, May 8-11

submitted by eschenba@augsburg.edu

May 7, 2018
1:30-3:30 p.m.
Marshall Room, Christensen Center, Augsburg University

In this climate of political polarization, people with differing perspectives and opinions struggle to engage in productive conversation. We tend to be quick to defend or demonize, deepening the divide that exists in the American people. Even when we want to reach out to those with different perspectives, we often don’t know how.

This workshop offers a sampling of two different strategies to engage more productively. The first hour will be devoted to learning some of the skills developed by Better Angels for listening and speaking in difficult conversations. In the second hour we’ll put those skills into practice with a deliberative dialogue on How to Prevent Mass Shootings in the United States.

As participants in this workshop you will be the first to be invited to a full-day seminar on these themes and practices which will be offered on November 3, 2018.

Please join us on May 7. Register by Friday, May 4.

Sabo Center events

submitted by bogen@augsburg.edu

Today is the final day to support the Tassel Challenge! This online giving event is an opportunity to celebrate all of Augsburg’s 2018 graduates, and help support future Auggies by donating to the Sesquicentennial Scholarship fund.

During Commencement on Saturday, we passed our goal or raising $10,000. We have currently raised over $12,000 for student scholarships! Thank you to everyone who has donated on behalf of a graduate. If you would like to donate, you have until midnight tonight. The link can be found below.

The Tassel Challenge is a great way to recognize your favorite graduating Auggie. If you choose to donate in honor of a student, we will make sure they know they were recognized, and send you and the student an Augsburg tassel keychain.

Remember, the Tassel Challenge closes at midnight tonight. If you have any questions, please contact Chris Bogen ‘09 at bogen@ausburg.edu.

Tassel Challenge Website

submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu

Do you travel between Seward and the West Bank? How do you #GetOver94? Join Seward Redesign in imagining new crossings that reconnect these neighborhoods. Stop by the Community Open House today (May 1) any time between 3—7 p.m. in Room 100 of the Oren Gateway Center to learn about ideas for improving existing crossings and to share your feedback.

submitted by stepkad@augsburg.edu

Get out of the office and join Staff Senate in the Commons for lunch and discussion. Take some time to engage with fellow staff in casual conversation.

Wednesday, May 2
12-1 p.m. | Christensen Center, Commons

You can use this opportunity to speak specifically with Staff Senate members or just enjoy new company for lunch. Bring your own lunch and we’ll see you in the Commons.

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

The 2018 All Hands Planning Summit is this Thursday, May 3, 8:30-11:30 a.m. in Si Melby.

The agenda will include an update on the Augsburg 2019 strategic plan, a faculty and staff panel on making innovation happen at Augsburg, and dedicated time for everyone to engage in Commission150—the process to develop our next strategic plan.

Please join in the discussion — we need your thinking.

Add this event to your calendar

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

Join the May 3 All Hands Planning Summit this Thursday, 8:30-11:30 a.m. in Si Melby.

This year’s agenda includes a short update on the Augsburg2019 strategic plan, a faculty and staff panel on making innovation happen at Augsburg, a dedicated time for Commission150, the process to develop our next strategic plan.

Add this event to your calendar

submitted by bogen@augsburg.edu

There are 3 days remaining to donate to the Tassel Challenge. This online giving event is an opportunity to celebrate all of Augsburg’s 2018 graduates, and help support future Auggies by donating to the Sesquicentennial Scholarship fund.

As of Friday (when this A-Mail was submitted) we have raised $7,000 of our $10,000 goal. This is fantastic and a big thank you to everyone who donated. If you’ve yet to donate and would like to, remember, that every donation is matched dollar for dollar by a generous donor, up to the $10,000 goal.

The Tassel Challenge is a great way to recognize your favorite graduating Auggie. If you choose to donate in honor of a student, we will make sure they know they were recognized, and send you and the student an Augsburg tassel keychain.

The Tassel Challenge will run through May 2nd. If you have any questions please contact bogen@augsburg.edu.

Tassel Challenge Website

submitted by garvey@augsburg.edu

Staff and faculty are invited to the Creating an Inclusive Campus (CIC) Workshop,
Thursday, May 10, 8:30am – 1:00pm

This workshop will engage participants in reflecting on and exploring bias and the impact of bias in their work and teaching at Augsburg. The featured facilitator is Nehrwr Abdul-Wahid, One Ummah Consulting. Nehrwr will discuss bias and how it impacts and plays out among students, faculty, staff, and administrators. Staff and faculty panelists will share short stories about how they have worked to minimize bias in their interactions with students, course offerings, curricular content, policies, and programs. Participants will also receive an overview of recent bias incidents reports submitted by Augsburg students and will have time to discuss with colleagues in small groups, and continue the conversation over lunch.

8:30-9:00 am Check in and refreshments
9-12 noon Workshop, with planned break
12-1 pm Lunch and conversation

To RSVP, please go to this google form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfV1Olt1QGwsy4N4L4PgvzXBlDIG-zZBV-jYCepaD2dS2yXLA/viewform?usp=sf_link

You can also sign up for other FOUR DAYS IN MAY workshops, presented by Augsburg University Center for Teaching and Learning, May 8-11

submitted by peacock@augsburg.edu

Do you travel between Seward and the West Bank? How do you #GetOver94?Join Seward Redesign in imagining new crossings that reconnect these neighborhoods. Learn about ideas for improving existing crossings and share your feedback. Two community open houses are scheduled: Saturday, April 28th from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM at the Seward Tower West Community Room (2515 S. 9th Street) and Tuesday, May 1st from 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM in Room 100 of the Oren Gateway Center.

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Student-led March + Rally
Thursday, April 26th 4-6pm

(Meet in Murphy Park, Walk together to Amy Klobuchar’s office, Rally peacefully outside)

ICE is trying to deport beloved Augsburg Professor Mzenga Wanyama and his wife Mary. We insist that they be allowed to stay! Join this student-led action in support of Professor Wanyama, his wife, and all immigrants as we thank Senator Klobuchar for her support and ask that she boldly do everything in her power to advocate for this important pillar of our community.

Please spread the word on facebook

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Spend your lunch hour or study break helping beautify campus while enjoying this beautiful weather!

Trash clean-up supplies will be available in Murphy Square at noon on Thursday for anyone who wants to join the fun. Come grab a bag and some gloves and wander to your favorite spot to do some clean-up for as long as you can. With our powers combined, we can take campus pollution down to zero!

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The Norway Hub at Augsburg University was recently notified that Bård Ludvig Thorheim, the Political Adviser to Norway’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ine Eriksen Søreide, will be visiting Minneapolis and other parts of the Midwest at the end of May. The Norwegian Consulate reached out to see if there is any interest for faculty and/or staff at Augsburg University to host him for a student seminar during his visit.

As you can see from his resume, he has deep experience in the field of foreign affairs and wish to speak on the history behind the Norwegian constitution as well as Norwegian American History.

We are fully aware that the timing of his visit is not ideal. If you have an interest in attending or ideas of how to ensure an audience, please contact Bettine Hoff Hermanson at hermansb@augsburg.edu

Bård Ludvig Thorheim

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Graduating students of all religious and non-religious identities 
are invited to an interfaith service celebrating your educational journey.This 45-minute service will be a special time of reflection and blessing. Graduating students in attendance will receive a blessing blanket. Refreshments will follow. 6:30 – 7:15 pm, Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center

More information

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Good Morning! Please join us for yoga today from 12:15 pm- 1:00 pm in the Racquetball Court (Si-Melby 130). We will practice flowing breath to movement, staying in the present moment, and challenging our bodies through different poses during this 45 minute yoga practice. Please e-mail me if you have any questions or suggestions at lamberte@augsburg.edu. Yoga will continue throughout the summer!

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Staff and faculty are invited to the Creating and Inclusive Campus Workshop,
Thursday, May 10, 8:30am – 1:00pm

This workshop will engage participants in reflecting on and exploring bias and the impact of bias in their work and teaching at Augsburg. The featured facilitator is Nehrwr Abdul-Wahid, One Ummah Consulting. Nehrwr will discuss bias and how it impacts and plays out among students, faculty, staff, and administrators. Staff and faculty panelists will share short stories about how they have worked to minimize bias in their interactions with students, course offerings, curricular content, policies, and programs. Participants will also receive an overview of recent bias incidents reports submitted by Augsburg students and will have time to discuss with colleagues in small groups, and continue the conversation over lunch.

8:30-9:00 am Check in and refreshments
9-12 noon Workshop, with planned break
12-1 pm Lunch and conversation

To RSVP, please go to this google form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfV1Olt1QGwsy4N4L4PgvzXBlDIG-zZBV-jYCepaD2dS2yXLA/viewform?usp=sf_link

You can also sign up for other FOUR DAYS IN MAY workshops, presented by Augsburg University Center for Teaching and Learning, May 8-11

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Our 30th Annual Nobel Peace Prize Forum will take place at Augsburg University on September 13-15, 2018.
Tickets are FREE for our Augsburg community including students, faculty and staff, and we encourage ticket reservations before the end of this spring semester.
Please visit our website for more information regarding the upcoming event at peace.augsburg.edu. Registration can also be placed via tickets.augsburg.edu.

Questions regarding ticketing should be directed to Jami Kadolph at kadolph@augsburg.edu

Posted on April 16, 2018
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Student-led March + Rally
Thursday, April 26th 4-6pm

(Meet in Murphy Park, Walk together to Amy Klobuchar’s office, Rally peacefully outside)

ICE is trying to deport beloved Augsburg Professor Mzenga Wanyama and his wife Mary. We insist that they be allowed to stay! Join this student-led action in support of Professor Wanyama, his wife, and all immigrants as we thank Senator Klobuchar for her support and ask that she boldly do everything in her power to advocate for this important pillar of our community.

Please help share facebook event!

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Do you travel between Seward and the West Bank? How do you #GetOver94?Join Seward Redesign in imagining new crossings that reconnect these neighborhoods. Learn about ideas for improving existing crossings and share your feedback. Two community open houses are scheduled: Saturday, April 28th from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM at the Seward Tower West Community Room (2515 S. 9th Street) and Tuesday, May 1st from 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM in Room 100 of the Oren Gateway Center.

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Please stop by the Skyway Level of Lindell Library today (Wednesday 4/25) from 10:30 – 12:00 pm for one last visit this academic year with our friends from Paws for Learning. Any questions, please call the CWC office at 612-330-1707.

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Spend your lunch hour or study break helping beautify campus while enjoying this beautiful weather!

Trash clean-up supplies will be available in Murphy Square at noon on Wednesday and Thursday for anyone who wants to join the fun. Come grab a bag and some gloves and wander to your favorite spot to do some clean-up for as long as you can. With our powers combined, we can take campus pollution down to zero!

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This afternoon we’re celebrating three phenomenal English colleagues who have retired or are retiring: Kathryn Swanson, Cass Dalglish, and Cary Waterman. (Fortunately, Cass and Cary continue as mentors in the MFA, and Kathy will co-head a workshop on teaching writing at the MFA summer residency.) Today we recognize their impressive contributions to our English programs and to Augsburg over many years.

If you are an Augsburg colleague, past or present, or a current or former student of any of these three great profs, please join us for our Retirement Celebration for Kathy, Cass, and Cary, 2-4 pm, TODAY, Tuesday, 24 April, in the Marshall Room of the Christensen Center at Augsburg.

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Students are invited for food, fellowship and worship @ 5 pm in East Commons. Pick up your dinner in the cafeteria (paid by Campus Ministry) and bring it to the East Commons. After dinner (and a dessert of a S’more pop), celebrate communion together.

More information

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Good Morning! Please join us for yoga tomorrow from 12:15 pm- 1:00 pm in the Racquetball Court (Si-Melby 130). We will practice flowing breath to movement, staying in the present moment, and challenging our bodies through different poses during this 45 minute yoga practice. Please e-mail me if you have any questions or suggestions at lamberte@augsburg.edu. Yoga will continue throughout the summer!

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We hope you were able to stop by on Friday to visit with our friends from Paws for Learning but if not, there are still chances to do that this week during finals. The dogs will be in today 4/24 10:30 – 12:00 pm in the Center for Wellness & Counseling Office (first floor Anderson Res Hall) and also from 2 – 3:30 pm on the Skyway Level of Lindell Library. They will be on campus one last time this academic year Wednesday 4/25 from 10:30 – 12:00 noon on the Skyway Level of Lindell Library near Gage Center. Questions, call the CWC office at 612-330-1707.

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Good Morning! Please join us for yoga on Wednesday from 12:15 pm- 1:00 pm in the Racquetball Court (Si-Melby 130). We will practice flowing breath to movement, staying in the present moment, and challenging our bodies through different poses during this 45 minute yoga practice. Please e-mail me if you have any questions or suggestions at lamberte@augsburg.edu. Yoga will continue throughout the summer!

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It’s late and it’s breakfast! Late Night Breakfast is tonight, Monday, April 23, 9:30 pm – 10:45 pm. Free to Augsburg students with Augsburg ID. Delicious food prepared by A’viand’s and served by staff, faculty, and student leaders. Christensen Center, Commons

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On Tuesday afternoon we’re celebrating three phenomenal English colleagues who have retired or are retiring: Kathryn Swanson, Cass Dalglish (continuing as a mentor in the MFA), and Cary Waterman.

If you are an Augsburg colleague, past or present, or a current or former student of any of these three great profs, please join us for our Retirement Celebration for Kathy, Cass, and Cary, 2-4 pm, Tuesday, 24 April, in the Marshall Room of the Christensen Center at Augsburg.

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This free event will showcase original student filmmaking by artists from Augsburg and surrounding colleges. The event will be held in Augsburg’s Sateren Auditorium on April 21, and will feature a screening of selected films (roughly 1 hour), followed by a Q&A and an award ceremony. Doors open at 6:30pm and the screening will begin at 7:00pm. Free popcorn and snacks will also be provided.
Use the Facebook event page link for more info and to RSVP!

Facebook event page

submitted by green@augsburg.edu

Next week we’re celebrating three English colleagues who have retired or are retiring: Kathryn Swanson, Cass Dalglish (continuing as a mentor in the MFA), and Cary Waterman.

If you are an Augsburg colleague, past or present, or a current or former student of any of these three great profs, please join us for our Retirement Celebration for Kathy, Cass, and Cary, 2-4 pm, Tuesday, 24 April, in the Marshall Room of the Christensen Center at Augsburg.

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Our 30th Annual Nobel Peace Prize Forum will take place at Augsburg University on September 13-15, 2018.
Tickets are FREE for our Augsburg community including students, faculty and staff, and we encourage ticket reservations before the end of this spring semester.
Please visit our website for more information regarding the upcoming event at peace.augsburg.edu. Registration can also be placed via tickets.augsburg.edu.

We aim to repeat a successful event come September and hope you will join Augsburg University in honoring the work of President Juan Manuel Santos of Colombia (2016 laureate) and the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN) (2017 laureate).

This year’s theme The Paradox of Peace will include plenaries, keynotes and breakout sessions related to tensions between conflict and reconciliation, between justice and forgiveness, between hope and fear, and will highlight the laureates’ successful accomplishments navigating these paradoxes.

Schedule as follows:
September 13: Community Action Workshops/Dialogues
September 14: Honoring the work of President Santos — all classes will take place at the Nobel Peace Prize Forum
September 15: Honoring the work of ICAN

In the coming weeks, our interns are scheduled to visit classrooms to share updates about the Forum and assist with any questions regarding the ticketing process. We invite faculty members who are interested in such a visit, to contact Camila Payan at payanrm@augsburg.edu, to reserve a time and date. In addition, Frankie Shackelford, Professor Emerita of Norwegian (shack@augsburg.edu), is available to assist with finding connections between the Forum content and courses scheduled for fall semester.

Questions regarding ticketing should be directed to Jami Kadolph at kadolph@augsburg.edu

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Volunteers are needed to help make signature events like commencement, homecoming, and the Nobel Peace Prize Forum a success. This is also a great way to meet staff from a wide range of departments across our campus.

Learn more about upcoming volunteer opportunties

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Get out of the office and join Staff Senate in the Commons for lunch and discussion. Take some time to engage with fellow staff in casual conversation.

Wednesday, May 2
12-1 p.m. | Christensen Center, Commons

You can use this opportunity to speak specifically with Staff Senate members or just enjoy new company for lunch. Bring your own lunch and we’ll see you in the Commons!

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Join the Augsburg community in celebrating the work of its staff during the past academic year. Food and drink will be provided and door prizes will be given away.

Staff Spring Social
Tuesday, May 15
3-5 p.m. | The Quad
(In case of rain, the event will move inside Christensen Center)

Email staffsenate@augsburg.edu with any questions.

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Reminder that the annual Honors Convocation where we celebrate student academic achievement, and recognize faculty contributions to teaching and learning is today, scheduled for 4:30 pm in Hoversten Chapel. Faculty robe for this event and should line up in Foss by 4:10; students do not wear cap and gown. A light reception will be held in the Arnold Atrium following the convocation. All are welcome to attend!

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We missed our furry friends on Monday due to all the snow but they have not forgotten that we are in the last week of classes and have finals next week. So please mark your calendars for 3 opportunities to meet old and new friends before the semester ends as follows: Friday 4/20 10:15 – 12 in Christensen Center Lobby; Tuesday 4/24 10:30 – 12 in the Center for Wellness & Counseling Office and finally Tuesday 4/24 from 2 – 3:30 pm on the Skyway Level of Lindell Library. Questions, call the CWC office at 612-330-1707.

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Did Jesus Ride a Dinosaur?

It sounds like a silly question, but it gets at the heart of a problem that-according to Pew Research-leads a significant number of youth to abandon their faith: the perceived conflict between faith and science.

Yet, faith and science don’t have to be at odds. There are faithful, fruitful, and intellectually rigorous ways of putting the two in conversation-something that might just be a lifeline for youth.

So bring your curiosity and questions to Jesus Rode a Dinosaur: Faithful Youth Ministry in a Scientific Age, a conference on May 7-8. Speakers include: Krista Tippett, Mike Mchargue, Kendra Dean, Mark DeVries, Rozella Haydée White, Paul Douglas and Andrew Root.

Learn more about this conference from this link: http://scienceym.org/jesus-rode-a-dinosaur-faithful-youth-ministry-in-a-scientific-age/?utm_source=bm23&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Register+for+%E2%80%9CJesus+Rode+a+Dinosaur:+Faithful+Youth+Ministry+in+a+Scientific+Age.%E2%80%9D&utm_content=Did+Jesus+ride+a+dinosaur?&utm_campaign=20180321+-+Science+for+Youth+Ministry+Email+%231

The Theology and Public Leadership Program will pay for Augsburg students to attend who register by April 27th through this Google Form – https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfXVZxTmoEb8y2AvPMfMEbeJGQcQ4FSGkzjLFBXH5GEzui2iw/viewform

The conference runs from Mon, May 7, 2018, 9:00 AM – Tue, May 8, 2018, 5:00 PM. It will be held at Colonial Church 6200 Colonial Way, Edina. If transportation is an issue, let us know and we will try to connect you to ridesharing options!

Questions? Contact ccv@augsburg.edu or Lonna Field at fieldl@augsburg.edu

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It’s late and it’s breakfast! Late Night Breakfast is Monday, April 23, 9:30 pm – 10:45 pm. Free to Augsburg students with Augsburg ID. Delicious food prepared by A’viand’s and served by staff, faculty, and student leaders. Christensen Center, Commons.

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This free event will showcase original student filmmaking by artists from Augsburg and surrounding colleges. The event will be held in Augsburg’s Sateren Auditorium on April 21, and will feature a screening of selected films (roughly 1 hour), followed by a Q&A and an award ceremony. Doors open at 6:30pm and the screening will begin at 7:00pm. Free popcorn and snacks will also be provided.
Use the Facebook event page link for more info and to RSVP!

Facebook event page

submitted by garvey@augsburg.edu

Late Night Breakfast is Monday, April 23, 9:30 pm – 10:45 pm. Free to Augsburg students with Augsburg ID. Delicious food prepared by A’viand’s and served by staff, faculty, and student leaders. Christensen Center, Commons.

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Augsburg TriBeta and EAC have teamed up to present the first-ever “Garbage Gala”! The event will take place at 6:00pm on April 19th (TONIGHT) in the East Commons in Christensen Center. The Garbage Gala will include a Vegetarian buffet (FREE) and will feature a few panelists from Hennepin County, a Zero-waste consulting company, and Allyson Green. We will have a demonstration to show which items are compostable, which are recyclable, and what should be “trashed” as well as prizes!

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Hey Everyone!
We would like to invite everyone and their families to our end of the year Celebration. We want to recognize our amazing Latinx students here at Augsburg University.

We will be recognizing the following areas of students;
Graduating Seniors
New ALAS Board
Old ALAS Board
Outstanding ALAS/Latinx students
and many more…

Our amazing DJ Miguel will be closing us out with an hour of dance!!

Mark your calendars and RSVP! The Latinx Recognition Banquet is near so if you are interested to attend please make sure you RSVP!

Saturday, April 21st, 2018
10:30am – 2pm
Hagfors 150

http://evite.me/byYdCcVxpV

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Join us in Hoversten Chapel at 11:30 am for a service of morning prayer led by Pastoral Intern Mathew Berger with music provided by Jake Pernsteiner ’18.

More information

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Next week we’re celebrating three English colleagues who have retired or are retiring: Kathryn Swanson, Cass Dalglish (continuing as a mentor in the MFA), and Cary Waterman.

If you are an Augsburg colleague, past or present, or a current or former student of any of these three great profs, please join us for our Retirement Celebration for Kathy, Cass, and Cary, 2-4 pm, Tuesday, 24 April, in the Marshall Room of the Christensen Center at Augsburg.

submitted by kundelh@augsburg.edu

Augsburg TriBeta and EAC have teamed up to present the first-ever “Garbage Gala”! The event will take place at 6:00pm on April 19th in the East Commons in Christensen Center. The Garbage Gala will include a Vegetarian buffet (FREE) and will feature a few panelists from Hennepin County, a Zero-waste consulting company, and Allyson Green. We will have a demonstration to show which items are compostable, which are recyclable, and what should be “trashed” as well as prizes!

submitted by detloff@augsburg.edu

We missed our furry friends last Monday due to all the snow but they have not forgotten that we are in the last week of classes and have finals next week. So please mark your calendars for 3 opportunities to meet old and new friends before the semester ends as follows: Friday 4/20 10:15 – 12 in Christensen Center Lobby; Tuesday 4/24 10:30 – 12 in the Center for Wellness & Counseling Office and finally Tuesday 4/24 from 2 – 3:30 pm on the Skyway Level of Lindell Library. Questions, call the CWC office at 612-330-1707.

submitted by lamberte@augsburg.edu

Good Morning! Please join us for yoga today from 12:15 pm- 1:00 pm in the Racquetball Court (Si-Melby 130). We will practice flowing breath to movement, staying in the present moment, and challenging our bodies through different poses during this 45 minute yoga practice. Take some time for yourself during the end of the semester! Please e-mail me if you have any questions or suggestions at lamberte@augsburg.edu. Yoga will continue throughout the summer!

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Late Night Breakfast is Monday, April 23, 9:30 pm – 10:45 pm. Free to Augsburg students with Augsburg ID. Delicious food prepared by A’viand’s and served by staff, faculty, and student leaders. Christensen Center, Commons.

submitted by stepkad@augsburg.edu

Join the Augsburg community in celebrating the work of its staff during the past academic year. Food and drink will be provided and door prizes will be given away.

Staff Spring Social
Tuesday, May 15
3-5 p.m.
The Quad
(In case of rain, the event will move inside Christensen Center)

Email staffsenate@augsburg.edu with any questions.

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Join us in chapel to hear Blair Stewig ’18 speak about her research in biophysics and geology and unanswered questions. Musicians: Trumpet trio and Scott Bassinson, piano.

more information

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Good Morning! Please join us for yoga on Wednesday from 12:15 pm- 1:00 pm in the Racquetball Court (Si-Melby 130). We will practice flowing breath to movement, staying in the present moment, and challenging our bodies through different poses during this 45 minute yoga practice. Please e-mail me if you have any questions or suggestions at lamberte@augsburg.edu. Yoga will continue throughout the summer!

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A visitation for Campus Pastor Emeritus Dave Wold will be held at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 700 Snelling Avenue South in St. Paul, on Wednesday, April 18, from 5-7 p.m.

The funeral service will be held Thursday, April 19, at 11 a.m. at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church. Burial will be at 3 p.m. at Roselawn Cemetery, 803 West Larpenteur Avenue, Roseville, MN.

Visit the Karvonen Funeral Home site for additional information.

submitted by warnbers@augsburg.edu

Did Jesus Ride a Dinosaur?

It sounds like a silly question, but it gets at the heart of a problem that-according to Pew Research-leads a significant number of youth to abandon their faith: the perceived conflict between faith and science.

Yet, faith and science don’t have to be at odds. There are faithful, fruitful, and intellectually rigorous ways of putting the two in conversation-something that might just be a lifeline for youth.

So bring your curiosity and questions to Jesus Rode a Dinosaur: Faithful Youth Ministry in a Scientific Age, a conference on May 7-8. Speakers include: Krista Tippett, Mike Mchargue, Kendra Dean, Mark DeVries, Rozella Haydée White, Paul Douglas and Andrew Root.

Learn more about this conference from this link: http://scienceym.org/jesus-rode-a-dinosaur-faithful-youth-ministry-in-a-scientific-age/?utm_source=bm23&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Register+for+%E2%80%9CJesus+Rode+a+Dinosaur:+Faithful+Youth+Ministry+in+a+Scientific+Age.%E2%80%9D&utm_content=Did+Jesus+ride+a+dinosaur?&utm_campaign=20180321+-+Science+for+Youth+Ministry+Email+%231

The Theology and Public Leadership Program will pay for Augsburg students to attend who register by April 27th through this Google Form – https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfXVZxTmoEb8y2AvPMfMEbeJGQcQ4FSGkzjLFBXH5GEzui2iw/viewform

The conference runs from Mon, May 7, 2018, 9:00 AM – Tue, May 8, 2018, 5:00 PM. It will be held at Colonial Church 6200 Colonial Way, Edina. If transportation is an issue, let us know and we will try to connect you to ridesharing options!

Questions? Contact ccv@augsburg.edu or Lonna Field at fieldl@augsburg.edu

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Wednesday, April 18, 2018
10:00 am
Sateren Auditorium, Anderson Music Hall

Dr. Vicki Grassian presents:
What is in the air we breathe? The atmosphere is composed of gases such as oxygen, nitrogen and carbon dioxide. Other gases are present at much lower concentrations and include ozone, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide and formaldehyde just to name a few. Besides these gases, there is something else in the air we breathe, tiny microscopic particles called aerosols. Not just the aerosol that comes from spray cans that you are all probably familiar with but this talk will focus on any liquid or solid particles that is suspended in the air, which is the definition of an aerosol. These tiny particles come from many sources and can impact the Earth’s climate and human health in ways we are just starting to understand.

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Zyzzogeton Research Symposium
Hosted by URGO, McNair, and STEM Programs

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18, 2018
3:00-4:30pm
Hagfors Center for Science, Business, and Religion

Augsburg University celebrates the creativity and scholarship of undergraduate students with its annual Zyzzogeton festival. The festival falls at the end of each academic year and is a culmination of achievement featuring work across departments. Over 70 students participate each year, showcasing their research. A “zyzzogeton” is a green leaf-hopper as well as the last word in the Webster Collegiate Dictionary, which is a fitting symbol to mark the end of the academic year. The public is welcome, so please come join us for this exciting event!

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

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This free event will showcase original student filmmaking by artists from Augsburg and surrounding colleges. The event will be held in Augsburg’s Sateren Auditorium on April 21, and will feature a screening of selected films (roughly 1 hour), followed by a Q&A and an award ceremony. Doors open at 6:30pm and the screening will begin at 7:00pm. Free popcorn and snacks will also be provided.
Use the Facebook event page link for more info and to RSVP!

Facebook event page

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Tickets are FREE for our Augsburg community including students, faculty and staff, and we encourage ticket reservations before the end of this spring semester.

You can catch us tabling in Christensen, where we can assist with registering on the 17th 11am-12 pm and the 18th 11am-1pm.

Our 30th Annual Nobel Peace Prize Forum will take place at Augsburg University on September 13-15, 2018.

We aim to repeat a successful event come September and hope you will join Augsburg University in honoring the work of President Juan Manuel Santos of Colombia (2016 laureate) and the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN) (2017 laureate).

submitted by benitezk@augsburg.edu

Hey Everyone!
We would like to invite everyone and their families to our end of the year Celebration. We want to recognize our amazing Latinx students here at Augsburg University.

We will be recognizing the following areas of students;
Graduating Seniors
New ALAS Board
Old ALAS Board
Outstanding ALAS/Latinx students
and many more…

Our amazing DJ Miguel will be closing us out with an hour of dance!!

Mark your calendars and RSVP! The Latinx Recognition Banquet is near so if you are interested to attend please make sure you RSVP!

Saturday, April 21st, 2018
10:30am – 2pm
Hagfors 150

http://evite.me/byYdCcVxpV

submitted by kundelh@augsburg.edu

Augsburg TriBeta and EAC have teamed up to present the first-ever “Garbage Gala”! The event will take place at 6:00pm on April 19th in the East Commons in Christensen Center. The Garbage Gala will include a Vegetarian buffet (FREE) and will feature a few panelists from Hennepin County, a Zero-waste consulting company, and Allyson Green. We will have a demonstration to show which items are compostable, which are recyclable, and what should be “trashed” as well as prizes!

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ACR Homes Hiring Bash
Are you looking for a Spring, Summer or Fall job/internship? Gain great experience as an undergraduate student or while taking a gap year! Attend our event to learn about our open full-time or part-time flexible positions, and our career level salaried positions. Walk-in interviews will be available. Enjoy free food, live music, a free buffet, $100 gift card drawings every hour starting at 3:30pm, and a study space. Thursday, April 19th from 3pm – 7pm at J. Arthur’s Coffee (2441 Rice St. Roseville)

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Join us this morning at 10:40am in Hoversten Chapel for 20 minutes of relaxing yet invigorating breathing and stretching exercises led by Krista Costin ’08, a yoga and meditation instructor. 

More information

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After 20 years a colleague in Augsburg IT, I’ll be retiring on April 20th. My experiences here leave me feeling profoundly grateful, most especially for the ​many fine Augsburgians with whom I’ve been privileged to work. Thanks, dear Augsburg, ​I’ve had a grand time!

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

A visitation for Campus Pastor Emeritus Dave Wold will be held at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 700 Snelling Avenue South in St. Paul, on Wednesday, April 18, from 5-7 p.m.

The funeral service will be held Thursday, April 19, at 11 a.m. at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church. Burial will be at 3 p.m. at Roselawn Cemetery, 803 West Larpenteur Avenue, Roseville, MN.

See the Karvonen Funeral Home site for additional information and service details.

submitted by posch@augsburg.edu

Wednesday, April 18, 2018
10:00 am
Sateren Auditorium, Anderson Music Hall

Dr. Vicki Grassian presents:
What is in the air we breathe? The atmosphere is composed of gases such as oxygen, nitrogen and carbon dioxide. Other gases are present at much lower concentrations and include ozone, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide and formaldehyde just to name a few. nitrogen oxides, sulfur oxides and formaldehyde just to name a few. Besides these gases, there is something else in the air we breathe, tiny microscopic particles called aerosols. Not just the aerosol that comes from spray cans that you are all probably familiar with but this talk will focus on any liquid or solid particles that is suspended in the air, which is the definition of an aerosol. These tiny particles come from many sources and can impact the Earth’s climate and human health in ways we are just starting to understand

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Augsburg Latin American Students (ALAS) will sign up Augsburg Students and Staff to engage in contamination clean up. The project consist in clean up trash/litter or any other physical contamination from Murphy’s Square and the surroundings. We will set up teams to go around campus and clean up after the snow has melted down. Our goals: Create environmental conscience, have a Cleaner Campus, Improve animal life, Inspire others to do the same, and Educate participants on the difference between Trash, Recycling, and Compost.

DATE: TBD
LOCATION: MURPHY’S SQUARE

Sign up here!

submitted by detloff@augsburg.edu

Students looking for a little four legged furry stress relief as you start your last week of classes? Stop by the Center for Wellness and Counseling office located on the first floor of the Anderson Res Hall from 10:30 – 11:30 am today (Monday 2/12) to visit with our dog friends from Paws for Learning. Questions, call the CWC office at 612-330-1707.

submitted by mangana@augsburg.edu

Our 30th Annual Nobel Peace Prize Forum will take place at Augsburg University on September 13-15, 2018.
Tickets are FREE for our Augsburg community including students, faculty and staff, and we encourage ticket reservations before the end of this spring semester.
Please visit our website for more information regarding the upcoming event at peace.augsburg.edu. Registration can also be placed via tickets.augsburg.edu.

We aim to repeat a successful event come September and hope you will join Augsburg University in honoring the work of President Juan Manuel Santos of Colombia (2016 laureate) and the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN) (2017 laureate).

This year’s theme The Paradox of Peace will include plenaries, keynotes and breakout sessions related to tensions between conflict and reconciliation, between justice and forgiveness, between hope and fear, and will highlight the laureates’ successful accomplishments navigating these paradoxes.

Schedule as follows:
September 13: Community Action Workshops/Dialogues
September 14: Honoring the work of President Santos — all classes will take place at the Nobel Peace Prize Forum
September 15: Honoring the work of ICAN

In the coming weeks, our interns are scheduled to visit classrooms to share updates about the Forum and assist with any questions regarding the ticketing process. We invite faculty members who are interested in such a visit, to contact Camila Payan at payanrm@augsburg.edu, to reserve a time and date. In addition, Frankie Shackelford, Professor Emerita of Norwegian (shack@augsburg.edu), is available to assist with finding connections between the Forum content and courses scheduled for fall semester.

Questions regarding ticketing should be directed to Jami Kadolph at kadolph@augsburg.edu

submitted by degollad@augsburg.edu

This project will take place in Augsburg University – Murphy’s Square.

Augsburg Latin American Students (ALAS) will sign up Augsburg Students and Staff to engage in contamination clean up. The project consist in clean up trash/litter or any other physical contamination from Murphy’s Square and the surroundings. We will set up teams to go around campus and clean up after the snow has melted down. Our goals: Create environmental conscience, have a Cleaner Campus, Improve animal life, Inspire others to do the same, and Educate participants on the difference between Trash, Recycling, and Compost.

PARTICIPANTS WILL GET A T-SHIRT, A WATER BOTTLE, AND CHIPOTLE!

(Special Dietary request can be made upon request at ALAS@augsburg.edu)

Details:
Monday April 16, 2018
4:00 – 6:00 pm

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As stated in ALAS constitution, if you participate in our volunteering event, you are eligible for active membership in our organization.

We hope to see you there!!

Sign up here!

submitted by crombie@augsburg.edu

Zyzzogeton Research Symposium
Hosted by URGO, McNair, and STEM Programs

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18, 2018
3:00-4:30pm
Hagfors Center for Science, Business, and Religion

Augsburg University celebrates the creativity and scholarship of undergraduate students with its annual Zyzzogeton festival. The festival falls at the end of each academic year and is a culmination of achievement featuring work across departments. Over 70 students participate each year, showcasing their research. A “zyzzogeton” is a green leaf-hopper as well as the last word in the Webster Collegiate Dictionary, which is a fitting symbol to mark the end of the academic year. The public is welcome, so please come join us for this exciting event!

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

submitted by kundelh@augsburg.edu

Augsburg TriBeta and EAC have teamed up to present the first-ever “Garbage Gala”! The event will be taking place in The East Commons in Christensen Center at 6:00pm on Thursday April 19th. The Garbage Gala will include a Vegetarian buffet (FREE) and will feature a few panelists from Hennepin County, a Zero-waste consulting company, and Allyson Green. We will have a demonstration to show which items are compostable, which are recyclable, and what should be “trashed” as well as prizes!

submitted by posch@augsburg.edu

Wednesday, April 18, 2018
10:00 am
Sateren Auditorium, Anderson Music Hall

Dr. Vicki Grassian presents:
What is in the air we breathe? The atmosphere is composed of gases such as oxygen, nitrogen and carbon dioxide. Other gases are present at much lower concentrations and include ozone, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide and formaldehyde just to name a few. nitrogen oxides, sulfur oxides and formaldehyde just to name a few. Besides these gases, there is something else in the air we breathe, tiny microscopic particles called aerosols. Not just the aerosol that comes from spray cans that you are all probably familiar with but this talk will focus on any liquid or solid particles that is suspended in the air, which is the definition of an aerosol. These tiny particles come from many sources and can impact the Earth’s climate and human health in ways we are just starting to understand

more information

submitted by benitezk@augsburg.edu

Hey Everyone!
We would like to invite everyone and their families to our end of the year Celebration. We want to recognize our amazing Latinx students here at Augsburg University.

We will be recognizing the following areas of students;
Graduating Seniors
New ALAS Board
Old ALAS Board
Outstanding ALAS/Latinx students
and many more…

Our amazing DJ Miguel will be closing us out with an hour of dance!!

Mark your calendars and RSVP! The Latinx Recognition Banquet is near so if you are interested to attend please make sure you RSVP!

Saturday, April 21st, 2018
10:30am – 2pm
Hagfors 150

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