Category: General Announcements

Participants Aged 60+ Needed for Paid Psychology Experiment

submitted by enriquej@augsburg.edu

We are seeking eligible participants who are 60 years of age or older to participate in a facial perception study on campus this summer. Participants will have their eye movements monitored by a specialized camera while making judgments about images of human faces. The study is expected to take 30 minutes, and eligible participants will receive $10 USD as compensation. If you, or someone you know, are 60 years of age or older, please contact enriquej@augsburg.edu for more information.

Somali Research Participants Needed: Share Your Story, Earn Movie Passes

submitted by omarn@augsburg.edu

Calling all Somali American immigrants! Interested in participating in a new and exciting research opportunity? Read below to learn more about how you can participate. I am conducting research on the immigration and assimilation experiences of Somali immigrants and their descendants and I’m inviting you to participate because you identify as a Somali immigrant or are descended from those born in Somalia.

Assimilation: The process of adapting or adjusting to the culture of a group or nation.

Goal: To tell our stories! There is limited research on our immigration experiences, we deserve to be heard! Let’s show the world our resilience and showcase our amazing achievements.

Benefits: Summer movie gift passes!
And a chance to tell your story, research will be presented at the University of California Los Angeles McNair Conference summer 2018!

How you can participate: Please contact me via email to set up interview dates and times. Please leave your name and number or other form of contact information. Participants must be available to partake in a 1-hour survey interview via in person or online platforms such as Skype or Face Time.

Please share with your friends and families

Contact Information:
Email: omarn@augsburg.edu

Looking For Faculty & Staff Dinner Hosts for International Student Orientation

submitted by bonfigli@augsburg.edu

International Student Orientation: International Student and Scholar Services is looking for Faculty & Staff who are willing to host new international & exchange students for a meal in their home. Approximately 25 new students will be arriving to Minneapolis in late August for orientation. Towards the end of their week, we would love to have students have the opportunity to connect more with a faculty or staff on campus, make connections, and have the chance to be in someone’s home.

Here are the details:
You will meet your students at 5:30 p.m. in the Oyate Commons on Thursday, August 30. We are asking for you to host 3-4 students and drive them to your home for a meal. We ask that you bring them back by around 8:30 p.m. If you are interested, please email Angela Bonfiglio, International Student Advisor at bonfigli@augsburg.edu. We are looking for around 8 hosts.

#AuggieCyclists bike ride May 24

submitted by lgeorge@augsburg.edu

Hey cyclists, let’s ride again!

If you don’t have a bike, ask the library how to check one out from the bike loan program.

Thursday, May 24 starting at 4:30 PM.

Meet at the corner of 22nd Avenue South and South 7 1/2 street (corner of Murphy Square Park).

This is an open ride for anyone of any ability level.

There is not a route selected yet for this ride, I am open to suggestions.

Survey for 2018-2019 Senior Show

submitted by johnso31@augsburg.edu

In short, my senior show is a requirement for my graphic design degree. My show will take form in a series of twenty short books that will each center around one of you that will be exhibited in the student gallery in Christensen Center that is now known as Gallery 720. The goal of my show is to provide a space where Augsburg community members can connect with one another without a breach of privacy. Each story will be anonymous.

I would greatly appreciate it if you could take 30 minutes out of your busy day to fill out this survey (https://goo.gl/forms/AzYGCozUsfeu8Xp23). As a sign of my gratitude, I will be selecting three of the responses that I find the most compelling, raw, and in depth and giving those respondents a $25 Amazon.com gift card. Again, I will not be putting names on the books so you can be completely honest. The winners will be emailed September 5th, so have your responses in by September 1st.

My Survey

Food resources for students, staff & faculty

submitted by nguyenj@augsburg.edu

Hello everyone!
Campus Cupboard is open for the summer on Thursdays from 9am-4pm (hours subject to change). We will be open this Thursday 5/24! Please come in and check out what we have stocked. Students should have their student ID when coming to the Cupboard. Limit 5 items per student.
In addition to Campus Cupboard, there are several different food resources relatively close to Augsburg students/staff/faculty can utilize if needed. The link is down below.
We understand that summer payroll hasn’t kicked in yet for some students, so accessibility to food may be an issue.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me or Campus Kitchen with questions, comments, or concerns. Thank you and take care.

Food resources around Augsburg University

Commuter Student Locker Reservations

submitted by aleshirn@augsburg.edu

Summer commuter students who are looking to reserve an on-campus locker can do so by sending a reservation request to Campus Activities and Orientation (CAO) using the following link:

https://docs.google.com/a/augsburg.edu/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc43Cy93rao9ASocfpU_tpXdQhNfT2RwjzLzFFG_0lJoeW2bQ/viewform

Note: Summer 2018 lockers are reserved starting from Monday, May 7 2018 through Friday, August 17 2018

Participants Aged 60+ Needed for Paid Psychology Experiment

submitted by enriquej@augsburg.edu

We are seeking eligible participants who are 60 years of age or older to participate in a facial perception study on campus this summer. Participants will have their eye movements monitored by a specialized camera while making judgments about images of human faces. The study is expected to take 30 minutes, and eligible participants will receive $10 USD as compensation. If you, or someone you know, are 60 years of age or older, please contact enriquej@augsburg.edu for more information.

Community Garden planting day this Saturday!

submitted by greena@augsburg.edu

It’s finally time to start planting in the community garden! Our 63+ gardeners (neighbors, staff, faculty, and students) will be out getting their plots ready this Saturday from 10am-12pm. If you’re in neighborhood, feel free to stop by and say hello, grab some snacks, and lend a hand to any gardeners who could use some support!

If you’re interested in staying up to date on what’s happening in the garden, we can add you to the gardener email group where we share announcements, events, and important information with each other. Email Allyson Green to join that communications group.

Mental Health Resources this Summer

submitted by detloff@augsburg.edu

If you are a current Augsburg student and in need of mental health counseling services, please call 612-330-1707 and press option 1 to be connected to our after hours phone counseling service – Protocall. The CWC office is not open during the summer as staff are not available. We will see students again when Fall classes resume. Additional community clinic resources can be found on the CWC web page as well as other self-help resources and information regarding Smiley’s Clinic.

CWC website

Faculty & Staff Dinner Hosts for International Student Orientation

submitted by bonfigli@augsburg.edu

International Student Orientation: International Student and Scholar Services is looking for Faculty & Staff who are willing to host new international & exchange students for a meal in their home. Approximately 25 new students will be arriving to Minneapolis in late August for orientation. Towards the end of their week, we would love to have students have the opportunity to connect more with a faculty or staff on campus, make connections, and have the chance to be in someone’s home.

Here are the details:
You will meet your students at 5:30 p.m. in the Oyate Commons on Thursday, August 30. We are asking for you to host 3-4 students and drive them to your home for a meal. We ask that you bring them back by around 8:30 p.m. If you are interested, please email Angela Bonfiglio, International Student Advisor at bonfigli@augsburg.edu. We are looking for around 8 hosts.

Fiscal Year-end May 31, 2018 Close

submitted by hogank@augsburg.edu

For the fiscal year-end close on May 31, 2018, it is important that all expenses, including equipment, supplies, travel and services rendered during the fiscal year 2018 are properly recorded and accrued as part of the year-end accounting close. In order to assure a “clean” year-end close, the following documents need to be submitted in a timely fashion as noted below.

Invoices, Expense Reports and Payment Authorization Forms

Please submit invoices, related to equipment, supplies, and services received on or before May 31, 2018 by Monday, June 11, 2018. All invoices need to have proper coding and approvals. Please email invoices to accountspayable@augsburg.edu or drop them off at the Science Building Suite 148 to Deb Blaschko, Accounts Payable.

Approve and code invoices in Agresso through the AP Paperless process for May 2018. You will receive a system email if you have an invoice task.

Please submit expense reports and payment authorization forms on or before May 31, 2018 by Monday, June 11, 2018. Code, approve and email to accountspayable@augsburg.edu or drop them off at the Science Building Suite 148 to Deb Blaschko, Accounts Payable.

P-Card Purchase and Reimbursement Expenses

Please submit P-Card statements and receipts for expenses incurred through May 31, 2018 by Monday, June 11, 2018. If you used your P-Card between May 25 and May 31, but the expenses are not related to the fiscal year 2018, please notify Fola Tiamiyu and Carole Kampf in Administrative accounting.

Year-end Accrual Procedure:

If you have not received an invoice from a vendor for goods or services received or delivered by May 31, please contact Deb Blaschko by Monday, June 11, 2018.

If you have any questions, please contact Administrative Accounting at administrative.accounting.grp@augburg.edu.

Thank you for your prompt attention and cooperation!

Faculty & Staff Dinner Hosts for International Student Orientation

submitted by bonfigli@augsburg.edu

International Student Orientation: International Student and Scholar Services is looking for Faculty & Staff who are willing to host new international & exchange students for a meal in their home. Approximately 25 new students will be arriving to Minneapolis in late August for orientation. Towards the end of their week, we would love to have students have the opportunity to connect more with a faculty or staff on campus, make connections, and have the chance to be in someone’s home.

Here are the details:
You will meet your students at 5:30 p.m. in the Oyate Commons on Thursday, August 30. We are asking for you to host 3-4 students and drive them to your home for a meal. We ask that you bring them back by around 8:30 p.m. If you are interested, please email Angela Bonfiglio, International Student Advisor at bonfigli@augsburg.edu. We are looking for around 8 hosts.

Campus Cupboard Open 5/17 + Food resources

submitted by nguyenj@augsburg.edu

Hello everyone!
Campus Cupboard is open today from 9am-4pm! Please come in and check out what we have stocked. Students should have their student ID when coming to the Cupboard. Limit 5 items per student.
In addition to Campus Cupboard, there are several different food resources relatively close to Augsburg students/staff/faculty can utilize if needed. The link is down below.
We understand that summer payroll hasn’t kicked in yet for some students, so accessibility to food may be an issue.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me or Campus Kitchen with questions, comments, or concerns.

Food resources around Augsburg

Faculty & Staff Hosts for International Student Orientation

submitted by bonfigli@augsburg.edu

International Student Orientation: International Student and Scholar Services is looking for Faculty & Staff who are willing to host new international & exchange students for a meal in their home. Approximately 25 new students will be arriving to Minneapolis in late August for orientation. Towards the end of their week, we would love to have students have the opportunity to connect more with a faculty or staff on campus, make connections, and have the chance to be in someone’s home.

Here are the details:
You will meet your students at 5:30 p.m. in the Oyate Commons on Thursday, August 30. We are asking for you to host 3-4 students and drive them to your home for a meal. We ask that you bring them back by around 8:30 p.m. If you are interested, please email Angela Bonfiglio, International Student Advisor at bonfigli@augsburg.edu. We are looking for around 8 hosts.

Introducing the 2018 McNair Summer Researchers

submitted by crombie@augsburg.edu

Joel Enriquez Blas
Faculty Mentor: Dr. Ben Denkinger, Psychology
Library Mentor: Stacy Cutinella
“Age-Related Changes in Emotion Facial Recognition”

Nasro Omar
Faculty Mentor: Dr. James Vela-McConnell, Sociology
Library Mentor: Stewart Van Cleve
“The Somali American Immigration and Assimilation Experience:
Diaspora and Global Migration”

Sam Rosario
Faculty Mentor Ana Ribeiro, Exercise Science
Library Mentor: Stacy Cutinella
“Effect of Hip Tightness on Running Mechanics in DIII Cross Country and Track and Field Runners”

Breanne Sande-Martin
Faculty Mentor: Dr. Ben Denkinger, Psychology
Library Mentor: Stacy Cutinella
“The Impact of Smartphone Salience and Vibration and Its Effect on Cognitive Performance”

Gisel Suarez Bonilla
Faculty Mentor: Dr. Stacy Freiheit, Psychology
Library Mentor: Stacy Cutinella
“The utilization of evidence-based treatments for anxiety disorders: Has it changed over the last 15 years?”

Andy Thao
Faculty Mentor: Dr. David Crowe, Biology
Faculty Mentor: Micheal Bloomberg
“A Comparison of Neural Activity in Wild-type and Dgcr8 Mice in Relation to Schizophrenia”

Sunny Thao
Faculty Mentor: Dr. Maheen Zaman
Library Mentor: Rebecca Ganzel
“Following the patterns: Exploring the myths of stitching patterns in Hmong textile”

Cody Thompson
Faculty Mentor: Dr. Ankita Deka, Social Work
Library Mentor: Stacy Cutinella
Research Title: “Exploring community supports for South-Asian women experiencing domestic violence: Narratives from survivors”

Anna Vang
Faculty Mentor: Dr. Nidanie Henderson-Stull, Biology
Library Mentor: Micheal Bloomberg
Research Title: “Evaluating the drug-sensitivity of Bcr-Abl-induced leukemias in a fission yeast cell-based assay”

Salena Yang
Faculty Mentor: Dr. Vivian Feng, Chemistry
Library Mentor: Micheal Bloomberg
Research Title: “Investigation of toxicity mechanism of cationic diamond nanoparticle (DNP) on Ralstonia sp.”

TRIO McNair Scholars Program Website

Food resources for students, staff & faculty

submitted by nguyenj@augsburg.edu

Hello everyone!
Campus Cupboard is open for the summer on Thursdays from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. (hours subject to change). We will be open tomorrow, Thursday 5/17. Please come in and check out what we have stocked. Students should have their student ID when coming to the Cupboard. Limit 5 items per student.
In addition to Campus Cupboard, there are several different food resources relatively close to Augsburg students/staff/faculty can utilize if needed. The link is down below.
We understand that summer payroll hasn’t kicked in yet for some students, so accessibility to food may be an issue.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me or Campus Kitchen with questions, comments, or concerns.

Food resources around Augsburg

National Bike To Work Week: Know the Law

submitted by peterlin@augsburg.edu

Auggies, it’s National Bike to Work Week from May 14-18th. I am calling all faculty and staff, who are able, to ride your bike to work during the week of May 14-18!

Before you begin bicycling, or as a refresher, be prepared to share the road and know the laws regarding safe bicycling in Minnesota. It’s important to know these rules as a motorist, as well!

1. Bicyclists may ride on all Minnesota Roads, except where restricted.
2. Bicyclists should ride on the road, and must ride in the same direction as traffic.
3. Motorists must at all times maintain a three-foot clearance when passing a bicyclist.
4. Bicyclists must obey all traffic control signs and signals.
5. Motorists and bicyclists must yield the right-of-way to each other.
6. Bicyclists must signal their turns and should ride in a predictable manner.
7. Bicyclists must use headlight and rear reflectors when it is dark. To increase visibility, add a rear flashing light.
8. Bicyclists should always wear helmets.

For more information, visit: https://www.dot.state.mn.us/bike/education/index.html

Join me and fellow colleagues in cycling to work; post a picture and use hashtag #TakeARide2018 on your choice of social media as proof and inspiration to others. I encourage you all to promote group bike rides, repair sessions, and coordinate meet-ups to help spread the word during this week, and beyond.

Questions? Contact Nicole at peterlin@augsburg.edu

Commuter Student Locker Reservations

submitted by aleshirn@augsburg.edu

Summer commuter students who are looking to reserve an on-campus locker can do so by sending a reservation request to Campus Activities and Orientation (CAO) using the following link:

https://docs.google.com/a/augsburg.edu/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc43Cy93rao9ASocfpU_tpXdQhNfT2RwjzLzFFG_0lJoeW2bQ/viewform

Note: Summer 2018 lockers are reserved starting from Monday, May 7 2018 through Friday, August 17 2018

Food resources for students, staff & faculty

submitted by nguyenj@augsburg.edu

Hello everyone!
Campus Cupboard is open for the summer on Thursdays from 12pm-4pm (hours subject to change). We will be open this Thursday 5/17! Please come in and check out what we have stocked. Students should have their student ID when coming to the Cupboard. Limit 5 items per student.
In addition to Campus Cupboard, there are several different food resources relatively close to Augsburg students/staff/faculty can utilize if needed. The link is down below.
We understand that summer payroll hasn’t kicked in yet for some students, so accessibility to food may be an issue.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me or Campus Kitchen with questions, comments, or concerns. Thank you and take care.

Food resources around Augsburg University

Summer Health & Mental Health Resources

submitted by detloff@augsburg.edu

If you are a current Augsburg student and in need of mental health counseling services, please call 612-330-1707 and press option 1 to be connected to our after hours phone counseling service – Protocall. The CWC office is not open during the summer as staff are not available. We will see students again when Fall classes resume. Additional community clinic resources can be found on the CWC web page as well as other self-help resources and information regarding Smiley’s Clinic.

CWC website

Commuter Student Locker Reservations

submitted by aleshirn@augsburg.edu

Summer commuter students who are looking to reserve an on-campus locker can do so by sending a reservation request to Campus Activities and Orientation (CAO) using the following link:

https://docs.google.com/a/augsburg.edu/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc43Cy93rao9ASocfpU_tpXdQhNfT2RwjzLzFFG_0lJoeW2bQ/viewform

Note: Summer 2018 lockers are reserved starting from Monday, May 7 2018 through Friday, August 17 2018

TRIO McNair Scholars Director “Tina” Tavera publishes artwork in Diálogo

submitted by gilsdorf@augsburg.edu

Congratulations to TRIO McNair Scholars Director “Tina” (Maria Cristina) Tavera whose artwork was published on the cover and highlighted in Diálogo, an Interdisciplinary Studies Journal, a refereed journal published since 1996 by the Center for Latino Research at DePaul University in Chicago, and with production and subscriptions handled by the University of Texas Press. Diálogo, Volume 21, Number 1, Spring 2018, To access for free: https//muse.jhu.edu/issue/38238

Great work Tina!

Auggie Basics – Housing

submitted by griesse@augsburg.edu

As part of the Augsburg University Equity Proposal, the Auggie Basics – Housing program (former known as the Equity Housing Program) is designed to address the needs of students who experience housing instability. The purpose of the program is to provide a bridge for students whose housing is not stable as they seek to identify a permanent solution.

Students accepted into the program (10 spots) will live on campus without cost to the student. Regardless of when students enter the program, the housing commitment will cover the full academic year if needed. If the student secures permanent housing elsewhere, they will be released from the program and the spot will be offered to another student. Students must reapply each academic year. Being chosen for the Auggie Basics program one year does not guarantee participation in future years.

A new process is being developed for students who experience food instability. More information will be provided as it is available.

To apply for Auggie Basics – Housing, please complete the application below. If you have any questions, please contact studentaffairs@augsburg.edu or call the Student Affairs office at 612-330-1160.

http://inside.augsburg.edu/studentaffairs/auggie-basics/

Parking headaches getting you down? Check out transit options

submitted by peterlin@augsburg.edu

DPS recently noted the various projects happening around campus impacting parking lots and spot availability. If you’re concerned about parking on campus, check out other transportation options available to you.

More information found at: http://inside.augsburg.edu/transportation/

Remember that our unique, urban location is perfectly situated to provide great access to Metro Transit stations, bus stops, and bicycle/walking trails.

Looking to get advice, need help finding a route, want to check out the commuter locker room? Contact Nicole at peterlin@augsburg.edu.

P.S. It’s national Bike to Work Week May 14th-18th; join me and others across campus in biking to work. You might enjoy it so much, it could become your new commute.

Commuter Student Locker Reservations: Summer 2018

submitted by aleshirn@augsburg.edu

Summer commuter students who are looking to reserve an on-campus locker can do so by sending a reservation request to Campus Activities and Orientation (CAO) using the following link:

https://docs.google.com/a/augsburg.edu/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc43Cy93rao9ASocfpU_tpXdQhNfT2RwjzLzFFG_0lJoeW2bQ/viewform

Note: Summer 2018 lockers are reserved from Monday, May 7 2018 through Friday, August 17 2018

AugSTEM Scholars Program: Application Deadline May 15, 2018

submitted by dores@augsburg.edu

Applications are now open for the 2018-19 AugSTEM Scholars Program.

The AugSTEM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Funded by the National Science Foundation, AugSTEM Scholars receive scholarships of $5,000, $7,500 and $10,000 per student per year (differences in award amounts correspond to levels of financial need). Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:

-Enrolled full-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, chemistry, computer science,
environmental studies, mathematics, or physics)
-Within 5 semesters of graduating as of Fall 2018
-Major GPA of 3.0 or higher
-U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident
-Demonstrated financial need via FAFSA

Application deadline: May 15, 2018 at midnight.

Incoming community college transfer students and Augsburg students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply as well as students who began at Augsburg.

For more information, go to: http://www.augsburg.edu/stem/augstem/

Faculty writing letters of reference in support of applicants can find the form at: https://goo.gl/forms/IylsIprLe1uhloLw1

Questions? Contact stem@augsburg.edu

Apply to be an AugSem Student Leader

submitted by dores@augsburg.edu

Apply to be an AugSem Student Leader. We are looking for students who want to be peer mentors for first-year students in their AugSem class. Student Leaders work closely with faculty and students to ensure first-year students have a smooth transition to college. Applications can be found on Inside Augsburg under On-Campus Student Jobs.

Somali Debate Judges Needed – Make a Difference, Earn $

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

The Minnesota Urban Debate League is a program of Augsburg University which provides academic competitive debate programming to 750 middle and high school students in the Twin Cities. Spring is the Somali Debate Initiative season, and we need judges.

We are seeking members of the Somali community to judge our Somali Debate Initiative students. Judges watch rounds, determine the winner, and provide feedback so students may improve their communication skills. No experience? Don’t worry. We’ll train you.

Judges are paid $55 per tournament.

We will have Somali Debate tournaments on the following dates:

May 9th, 2018
3:30-7 p.m.
Augsburg University

May 23rd, 2018
3:30-7 p.m.
Augsburg University

Interested judges should inquire at udlvolunteers@augsburg.edu for more info, and sign up at the link below:

Volunteer With Us

URGO recording graduate school acceptances of students and alumni

submitted by tetzlafa@augsburg.edu

As the advising office for graduate school applications, each year URGO records the names of students and alumni who have been accepted into graduate school programs.

If you are a student who has been accepted or a faculty/staff member who knows of a student’s acceptance that you are able to share, please send that information to urgo@augsburg.edu.

Auggie Basics – Housing

submitted by griesse@augsburg.edu

As part of the Augsburg University Equity Proposal, the Auggie Basics – Housing program (former known as the Equity Housing Program) is designed to address the needs of students who experience housing instability. The purpose of the program is to provide a bridge for students whose housing is not stable as they seek to identify a permanent solution.

Students accepted into the program (10 spots) will live on campus without cost to the student. Regardless of when students enter the program, the housing commitment will cover the full academic year if needed. If the student secures permanent housing elsewhere, they will be released from the program and the spot will be offered to another student. Students must reapply each academic year. Being chosen for the Auggie Basics program one year does not guarantee participation in future years.

A new process is being developed for students who experience food instability. More information will be provided as it is available.

To apply for Auggie Basics – Housing, please complete the application below. If you have any questions, please contact studentaffairs@augsburg.edu or call the Student Affairs office at 612-330-1160.

URGO recording graduate school acceptances of students and alumni

submitted by tetzlafa@augsburg.edu

As the advising office for graduate school applications, each year URGO records the names of students and alumni who have been accepted into graduate school programs.

If you are a student who has been accepted or a faculty/staff member who knows of a student’s acceptance that you are able to share, please send that information to urgo@augsburg.edu.

Somali Community Members Needed – Earn $, Make a Difference

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

The Minnesota Urban Debate League is a program of Augsburg University which provides academic competitive debate programming to 750 middle and high school students in the Twin Cities. Spring is the Somali Debate Initiative season, and we need judges.

We are seeking members of the Somali community to judge our Somali Debate Initiative students. Judges watch rounds, determine the winner, and provide feedback so students may improve their communication skills. No experience? Don’t worry. We’ll train you.

Judges are paid $55 per tournament.

We will have Somali Debate tournaments on the following dates:

May 9th, 2018
3:30-7 p.m.
Augsburg University

May 23rd, 2018
3:30-7 p.m.
Augsburg University

Interested judges should inquire at udlvolunteers@augsburg.edu for more info, and sign up at the link below:

Volunteer With Us

Apply to be an AugSem Student Leader

submitted by ricomec@augsburg.edu

Apply to be an AugSem Student Leader. We are looking for students who want to be peer mentors for first-year students in their AugSem class. Student Leaders work closely with faculty and students to ensure first-year students have a smooth transition to college. Applications can be found on Inside Augsburg under On-Campus Student Jobs.

AugSTEM Scholars Program: Application Deadline May 15, 2018

submitted by ricomec@augsburg.edu

Applications are now open for the 2018-19 AugSTEM Scholars Program.

The AugSTEM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Funded by the National Science Foundation, AugSTEM Scholars receive scholarships of $5,000, $7,500 and $10,000 per student per year (differences in award amounts correspond to levels of financial need). Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:

-Enrolled full-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, chemistry, computer science,
environmental studies, mathematics, or physics)
-Within 5 semesters of graduating as of Fall 2018
-Major GPA of 3.0 or higher
-U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident
-Demonstrated financial need via FAFSA

Application deadline: May 15, 2018 at midnight.

Incoming community college transfer students and Augsburg students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply as well as students who began at Augsburg.

For more information, go to: http://www.augsburg.edu/stem/augstem/

Faculty writing letters of reference in support of applicants can find the form at: https://goo.gl/forms/IylsIprLe1uhloLw1

Questions? Contact stem@augsburg.edu

Commuter Locker Reservations

submitted by aleshirn@augsburg.edu

Summer commuter students who are looking to reserve an on-campus locker can do so by sending a reservation request to Campus Activities and Orientation (CAO) using the following link:

https://docs.google.com/a/augsburg.edu/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc43Cy93rao9ASocfpU_tpXdQhNfT2RwjzLzFFG_0lJoeW2bQ/viewform

Note: Summer 2018 lockers are reserved from Monday, May 7 2018 through Friday, August 17 2018

Parking headaches getting you down? Check out transit options

submitted by peterlin@augsburg.edu

DPS recently noted the various projects happening around campus impacting parking lots and spot availability. If you’re concerned about parking on campus, check out other transportation options available to you.

More information found at: http://inside.augsburg.edu/transportation/

Remember that our unique, urban location is perfectly situated to provide great access to Metro Transit stations, bus stops, and bicycle/walking trails.

Looking to get advice, need help finding a route, want to check out the commuter locker room? Contact Nicole at peterlin@augsburg.edu.

P.S. It’s national Bike to Work Week May 14th-18th; join me and others across campus in biking to work. You might enjoy it so much, it could become your new commute.

AugSTEM Scholars Program: Application Deadline May 15, 2018

submitted by ricomec@augsburg.edu

Applications are now open for the 2018-19 AugSTEM Scholars Program.

The AugSTEM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Funded by the National Science Foundation, AugSTEM Scholars receive scholarships of $5,000, $7,500 and $10,000 per student per year (differences in award amounts correspond to levels of financial need). Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:

-Enrolled full-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, chemistry, computer science,
environmental studies, mathematics, or physics)
-Within 5 semesters of graduating as of Fall 2018
-Major GPA of 3.0 or higher
-U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident
-Demonstrated financial need via FAFSA

Application deadline: May 15, 2018 at midnight.

Incoming community college transfer students and Augsburg students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply as well as students who began at Augsburg.

For more information, go to: http://www.augsburg.edu/stem/augstem/

Questions? Contact stem@augsburg.edu

URGO recording graduate school acceptances of students and alumni

submitted by tetzlafa@augsburg.edu

As the advising office for graduate school applications, each year URGO records the names of students and alumni who have been accepted into graduate school programs.

If you are a student who has been accepted or a faculty/staff member who knows of a student’s acceptance that you are able to share, please send that information to urgo@augsburg.edu.

Fiscal Year-end May 31, 2018 Close

submitted by hogank@augsburg.edu

For the fiscal year-end close on May 31, 2018, it is important that all expenses, including equipment, supplies, travel and services rendered during the fiscal year 2018 are properly recorded and accrued as part of the year-end accounting close. In order to assure a “clean” year-end close, the following documents need to be submitted in a timely fashion as noted below.

Invoices, Expense Reports and Payment Authorization Forms:

Please submit invoices, related to equipment, supplies, and services received on or before May 31, 2018 by Monday, June 11, 2018. All invoices need to have proper coding and approvals. Please email invoices to accountspayable@augsburg.edu or drop them off at the Science Building Suite 148 to Deb Blaschko, Accounts Payable.

Approve and code invoices in Agresso through the AP Paperless process for May 2018. You will receive a system email if you have an invoice task.

Please submit expense reports and payment authorization forms on or before May 31, 2018 by Monday, June 11, 2018. Code, approve and email to accountspayable@augsburg.edu or drop them off at the Science Building Suite 148 to Deb Blaschko, Accounts Payable.

P-Card Purchase and Reimbursement Expenses

Please submit P-Card statements and receipts for expenses incurred through May 31, 2018 by Monday, June 11, 2018. If you used your P-Card between May 25 and May 31, but the expenses are not related to the fiscal year 2018, please notify Fola Tiamiyu and Carole Kampf in Administrative Accounting.

Year-end Accrual Procedure:
If you have not received an invoice from a vendor for goods or services received or delivered by May 31, please contact Deb Blaschko by Monday, June 11, 2018.

Deposits:
Please bring over checks and cash for deposits to the our office by May 31, 2018.

If you have any questions, please contact Administrative Accounting at administrative.accounting.grp@augsburg.edu

Thank you for your prompt attention and cooperation!

Parking headaches getting you down? Check out transit options

submitted by peterlin@augsburg.edu

DPS recently noted the various projects happening around campus impacting parking lots and spot availability. If you’re concerned about parking on campus, check out other transportation options available to you.

More information found at: http://inside.augsburg.edu/transportation/

Remember that our unique, urban location is perfectly situated to provide great access to Metro Transit stations, bus stops, and bicycle/walking trails.

Looking to get advice, need help finding a route, want to check out the commuter locker room? Contact Nicole at peterlin@augsburg.edu.

P.S. It’s national Bike to Work Week May 14th-18th; join me and others across campus in biking to work. You might enjoy it so much, it could become your new commute.

Graduates and Health Insurance

submitted by detloff@augsburg.edu

If you are a recent Auggie grad here is some important from MNSure regarding health insurance you may want to consider:

Congratulations, graduates.

Graduating from college this spring? Congrats! Remember to look at your health insurance options so you are covered.

If graduating means losing your health insurance, you may qualify for a special enrollment period.

You can stay on a parent’s plan if you are younger than 26, or you can enroll through MNsure on your own.

Free application help is available. Many young adults qualify for low-cost or no-cost options.

Free application help is available.

AugSTEM Scholars Program: Application Deadline May 15, 2018

submitted by ricomec@augsburg.edu

Applications are now open for the 2018-19 AugSTEM Scholars Program.

The AugSTEM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Funded by the National Science Foundation, AugSTEM Scholars receive scholarships of $5,000, $7,500 and $10,000 per student per year (differences in award amounts correspond to levels of financial need). Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:

-Enrolled full-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, chemistry, computer science,
environmental studies, mathematics, or physics)
-Within 5 semesters of graduating as of Fall 2018
-Major GPA of 3.0 or higher
-U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident
-Demonstrated financial need via FAFSA

Application deadline: May 15, 2018 at midnight.

Incoming community college transfer students and Augsburg students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply as well as students who began at Augsburg.

For more information, go to: http://www.augsburg.edu/stem/augstem/

Questions? Contact stem@augsburg.edu

URGO recording graduate school acceptances of students and alumni

submitted by tetzlafa@augsburg.edu

As the advising office for graduate school applications, each year URGO records the names of students and alumni who have been accepted into graduate school programs.

If you are a student who has been accepted or a faculty/staff member who knows of a student’s acceptance that you are able to share, please send that information to urgo@augsburg.edu.

Parking headaches getting you down? Check out transit options

submitted by peterlin@augsburg.edu

DPS recently noted the various projects happening around campus impacting parking lots and spot availability. If you’re concerned about parking on campus, check out other transportation options available to you.

More information found at: http://inside.augsburg.edu/transportation/

Remember that our unique, urban location is perfectly situated to provide great access to Metro Transit stations, bus stops, and bicycle/walking trails.

Looking to get advice, need help finding a route, want to check out the commuter locker room? Contact Nicole at peterlin@augsburg.edu.

P.S. It’s national Bike to Work Week May 14th-18th; join me and others across campus in biking to work. You might enjoy it so much, it could become your new commute.

Staff–Community Service hours now

submitted by truem@augsburg.edu

The Homework Help Program at Trinity Congregation (here in Cedar Riverside) will be losing most of their Augsburg after-school tutors now that the semester has ended. They are looking for Augsburg staff and faculty who might want to spend a few hours each week (until mid June) assisting youth with their homework. It’s a fun way to get to know young people in our neighborhood. Staff can use Community Service time for this.
Hours are Monday-Friday 3:30pm-6:00pm. A person does not have to commit to the entire time slot to participate. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Kasi at tutoring@trinitycongregation.org

URGO recording graduate school acceptances of students and alumni

submitted by tetzlafa@augsburg.edu

As the advising office for graduate school applications, each year URGO records the names of students and alumni who have been accepted into graduate school programs.

If you are a student who has been accepted or a faculty/staff member who knows of a student’s acceptance that you are able to share, please send that information to urgo@augsburg.edu.

AugSTEM Scholars Program: Application Deadline May 15, 2018

submitted by dores@augsburg.edu

Applications are now open for the 2018-19 AugSTEM Scholars Program.

The AugSTEM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Funded by the National Science Foundation, AugSTEM Scholars receive scholarships of $5,000, $7,500 and $10,000 per student per year (differences in award amounts correspond to levels of financial need). Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:

-Enrolled full-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, chemistry, computer science, environmental studies, mathematics, or physics)
-Within 5 semesters of graduating as of Fall 2018
-Major GPA of 3.0 or higher
-U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident
-Demonstrated financial need via FAFSA

Application deadline: May 15, 2018 at midnight.

Incoming community college transfer students and Augsburg students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply as well as students who began at Augsburg.

For more information, go to: http://www.augsburg.edu/stem/augstem/

Questions? Contact stem@augsburg.edu

Apply to be an AugSem Student Leader

submitted by dores@augsburg.edu

Apply to be an AugSem Student Leader. We are looking for students who want to be peer mentors for first-year students in their AugSem class. Student Leaders work closely with faculty and students to ensure first-year students have a smooth transition to college. Applications can be found on Inside Augsburg under On-Campus Student Jobs.

Considering Grad School? Register Now for On-Campus Prep Course

submitted by tetzlafa@augsburg.edu

Applying to graduate school this fall or fall 2019? Most masters and doctoral programs, as well as some health professional schools, require the Graduate Records Examination (GRE) for admission. GRE Prep is offered this summer on campus through the Office of Undergraduate Research and Graduate Opportunity. You’ll learn the most effective ways tackle the Verbal, Quantitative, and Analytical Writing sections on the GRE.

The course meets Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:30-8 p.m. for four and a half weeks (May 14—June 18). The cost is only $125, which includes the official GRE test-prep book and a 6-month subscription to the online study tool, Magoosh; this is a fraction of the cost when compared to similar classroom GRE prep courses offered by Kaplan or the Princeton Review who charge over $1,000.

New this year, students can also earn a full-refund scholarship. Those who attend 9 of the 10 classes (including the final practice test), will receive a full refund for the course.

Students, alum who graduated from Augsburg, and staff are also welcome to register.

Register now at the URGO website: http://www.augsburg.edu/urgo/grad/gre-prep/

Questions? Contact the URGO Office at urgo@augsburg.edu or x1446

AugSTEM Scholars Program: Application Deadline May 15, 2018

submitted by dores@augsburg.edu

Applications are now open for the 2018-19 AugSTEM Scholars Program.

The AugSTEM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Funded by the National Science Foundation, AugSTEM Scholars receive scholarships of $5,000, $7,500 and $10,000 per student per year (differences in award amounts correspond to levels of financial need). Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:

-Enrolled full-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, chemistry, computer science, environmental studies, mathematics, or physics)
-Within 5 semesters of graduating as of Fall 2018
-Major GPA of 3.0 or higher
-U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident
-Demonstrated financial need via FAFSA

Application deadline: May 15, 2018 at midnight.

Incoming community college transfer students and Augsburg students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply as well as students who began at Augsburg.

For more information, go to: http://www.augsburg.edu/stem/augstem/

Questions? Contact stem@augsburg.edu

Apply to be an AugSem Student Leader

submitted by dores@augsburg.edu

Apply to be an AugSem Student Leader. We are looking for students who want to be peer mentors for first-year students in their AugSem class. Student Leaders work closely with faculty and students to ensure first-year students have a smooth transition to college. Applications can be found on Inside Augsburg under On-Campus Student Jobs.

Open Position in Admissions: Data Processing Coordinator

submitted by michaem2@augsburg.edu

The Admissions department has an open position for a Data Processing Coordinator. This position is being posted internally only and can be accessed through Inside Augsburg under On-Campus Student Jobs. The posting will remain active for seven (7) calendar days.

http://augsburg.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=97044

Considering Grad School? Register Now for On-Campus Prep Course

submitted by tetzlafa@augsburg.edu

Applying to graduate school this fall or fall 2019? Most masters and doctoral programs, as well as some health professional schools, require the Graduate Records Examination (GRE) for admission. GRE Prep is offered this summer on campus through the Office of Undergraduate Research and Graduate Opportunity. You’ll learn the most effective ways tackle the Verbal, Quantitative, and Analytical Writing sections on the GRE.

The course meets Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:30-8 p.m. for four and a half weeks (May 14—June 18). The cost is only $125, which includes the official GRE test-prep book and a 6-month subscription to the online study tool, Magoosh; this is a fraction of the cost when compared to similar classroom GRE prep courses offered by Kaplan or the Princeton Review who charge over $1,000.

New this year, students can also earn a full-refund scholarship. Those who attend 9 of the 10 classes (including the final practice test), will receive a full refund for the course.

Students, alum who graduated from Augsburg, and staff are also welcome to register.

Register now at the URGO website: http://www.augsburg.edu/urgo/grad/gre-prep/

Questions? Contact the URGO Office at urgo@augsburg.edu or x1446

Register now at the URGO website:

URGO recording graduate school acceptances of students and alumni

submitted by tetzlafa@augsburg.edu

As the advising office for graduate school applications, each year URGO records the names of students and alumni who have been accepted into graduate school programs.

If you are a student who has been accepted or a faculty/staff member who knows of a student’s acceptance that you are able to share, please send that information to urgo@augsburg.edu.

Jay Peterson moves to Academic Affairs to lead new office of grants and sponsored programs

submitted by greenj@augsburg.edu

I am pleased to announce that, on May 6, as part of a change designed to align and integrate grant activities at Augsburg, Jay Peterson, assistant director of corporate and foundation relations, will move to Academic Affairs. In a role that builds on the responsibilities he’s held in Institutional Advancement, Jay will manage and lead a new Office of Grant and Sponsored Programs, while retaining responsibility for corporate/foundation grants. He will report directly to the provost, serve on the Academic Affairs Leadership Team, and retain a dotted line relationship to Institutional Advancement. The full announcement of Jay’s new appointment is available for viewing: https://goo.gl/Zshxtb

Karen

AugSTEM Scholars Program: Application Deadline May 15, 2018

submitted by yangss6@augsburg.edu

Applications are now open for the 2018-19 AugSTEM Scholars Program.

The AugSTEM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Funded by the National Science Foundation, AugSTEM Scholars receive scholarships of $5,000, $7,500 and $10,000 per student per year (differences in award amounts correspond to levels of financial need). Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:

-Enrolled full-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, chemistry, computer science, environmental studies, mathematics, or physics)
-Within 5 semesters of graduating as of Fall 2018
-Major GPA of 3.0 or higher
-U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident
-Demonstrated financial need via FAFSA

Application deadline: May 15, 2018 at midnight.

Incoming community college transfer students and Augsburg students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply as well as students who began at Augsburg.

For more information, go to: http://www.augsburg.edu/stem/augstem/

Questions? Contact stem@augsburg.edu

Apply to be an AugSem Student Leader

submitted by yangss6@augsburg.edu

Apply to be an AugSem Student Leader. We are looking for students who want to be peer mentors for first-year students in their AugSem class. Student Leaders work closely with faculty and students to ensure first-year students have a smooth transition to college. Applications can be found on Inside Augsburg under On-Campus Student Jobs.

Copy Center Summer Hours

submitted by suter@augsburg.edu

Starting Tuesday May 1st the copy center will be changing to our summer hours. We will be open 8:00 am-4:30 pm. If you have any needs that fall outside these hours please plan accordingly or contact us and we will do our best to get your project complete when you need it.

Shipping/Receiving (9:00 am-4:30 pm) and Mailroom (9:30 am-12 pm) hours will remain unchanged.

Thank You!
Central Services
x1054
copyctr@augsburg.edu

We need volunteers for Friday night

submitted by chiriu@augsburg.edu

Campus kitchen will bring meal to Ebeneezer tower, come join us to serve food and have a meal with folks. Meet us at dining hall on 3rd floor of Christensen center at 5:00 pm, and we will come back to the campus at 7:30 pm.
Here is the contact information if if you willing to join:
Urgesa chiri: 6122035366
greena@augsburg.edu
chiriu@augsburg.edu

AugSTEM Scholars Program: Application Deadline May 15, 2018

submitted by dores@augsburg.edu

Applications are now open for the 2018-19 AugSTEM Scholars Program.

The AugSTEM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Funded by the National Science Foundation, AugSTEM Scholars receive scholarships of $5,000, $7,500 and $10,000 per student per year (differences in award amounts correspond to levels of financial need). Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:

-Enrolled full-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, chemistry, computer science, environmental studies, mathematics, or physics)
-Within 5 semesters of graduating as of Fall 2018
-Major GPA of 3.0 or higher
-U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident
-Demonstrated financial need via FAFSA

Application deadline: May 15, 2018 at midnight.

Incoming community college transfer students and Augsburg students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply as well as students who began at Augsburg.

For more information, go to: http://www.augsburg.edu/stem/augstem/

Questions? Contact stem@augsburg.edu

Apply to be an AugSem Student Leader

submitted by dores@augsburg.edu

Apply to be an AugSem Student Leader! We are looking for students who want to be peer mentors for first-year students in their AugSem class. Student Leaders work closely with faculty and students to ensure first-year students have a smooth transition to college. Applications can be found on Inside Augsburg under On-Campus Student Jobs.

Strommen Employer Recognition Event – Award Recipients

submitted by tilton@augsburg.edu

The Strommen Center for Meaningful Work held our first annual Employer Recognition Event on Tuesday, April 24th. The event was a huge success and we would like to especially recognize the following award recipients:

Faculty Champions – Tony Clapp, Exercise Science; George Dierberger, Business Administration; Nancy Fisher, Sociology; Stacy Freiheit and Bridget Robinson-Riegler, Psychology department.

Recognizes those faculty members who teach internship seminars/serve as advisors to large numbers of students completing internships for academic credit and otherwise are advocates of the work of the Strommen Center.

Rising Star Recipients – U.S. Bank & Fairview Health Services – IT

These employers have demonstrated increasing engagement with the Strommen Center in multiple ways, including attending our job fair, hosting information sessions, conducting on campus interviews, partnering with us on new initiatives (such as MSP TechHire) and hiring increasing numbers of interns and full-time employees from Augsburg.

Outstanding Employer Partner – Travelers

Recognizes the employer that has made a significant investment of resources in the quest to help our students develop professionally. Through EDGE, Travelers has provided 33 scholars with financial and professional development support.

We also would like to thank Nicolas Adducci ’16, Mubarik Hassan ’18, Dustina Granlund ’14 and Kevin Tran ’18 who each shared reflections on what their internships have meant to them and how their internship has launched their careers.

Congratulations to all of the award recipients!

Staff – There is still time to sign up to help out with Commencement this week

submitted by burton@augsburg.edu

Commencement is this Saturday with the rehearsal on Thursday! We are again asking for help in having people sign up to work various shifts from the rehearsals to the actual events.

Please take a look at the link below and email Kia Burton (burton@augsburg.edu) to sign up for any shifts that you are able to work. If you are available for multiple feel free to request to sign up for more than one. Notice that there are separate tabs for different tasks and days needed. If you have any questions please let me know, and I am happy to get you the answers.

Thank you all in advance for your help!

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ZGtgLUFoFcGbNSRYaJXLDfGWqK3R2TCSR4J0vO_LxI0/edit?usp=sharing

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ZGtgLUFoFcGbNSRYaJXLDfGWqK3R2TCSR4J0vO_LxI0/edit?usp=sharing

Celebrate 2018 Graduates with the Tassel Challenge

submitted by bogen@augsburg.edu

Today Wednesday, April 25th, Augsburg is kicking off our Tassel Challenge fundraising event. 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.

A donor has generously offered to match any donation dollar for dollar, up to $10,000. Our goal is to fully utilize that matching gift and raise $10,000 for student scholarships!

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.

The Tassel Challenge

Test-Optional Admissions Pilot

submitted by gorr@augsburg.edu

In the April 11 faculty meeting, the Augsburg faculty approved a test-optional admissions pilot recommended by the University Council Enrollment Committee and endorsed by the Faculty Senate. The four-year pilot program would make test score (ACT/SAT) submissions optional (except in specific circumstances) for traditional undergraduate first-year and transfer applications beginning in fall 2019.

More than 1,000 higher ed institutions across the U.S. have already adopted a test-optional approach. In Minnesota, the most notable example is Gustavus Adolphus College, which adopted a test-optional admission process more than a decade ago.

In addition to increasing Augsburg’s pool of completed applicants each year, a test-optional admissions policy aligns with Augsburg’s mission of intentional diversity. For a number of student populations, standardized test scores may not provide an accurate indication of academic ability — including, for example, people without access to test preparation courses, people with learning and physical differences, and English language learners.

The Admissions team will continue to counsel the majority of applicants to submit their ACT/SAT results. For all applicants, Augsburg will continue to consider high school GPA (grade point average) and practice a holistic admissions approach to assessing fit and preparedness. Applicants choosing not submit a test score as part of the admission assessment may submit it post-admission for proper placement into writing and math courses. Current alternative math and writing assessments will continue to be available.

For additional information about the test-optional process, see the first-year admissions website.

Staff – There is still time to sign up to help out with Commencement this week

submitted by burton@augsburg.edu

Commencement is this Saturday with the rehearsal on Thursday! We are again asking for help in having people sign up to work various shifts from the rehearsals to the actual events.

Please take a look at the link below and email Kia Burton (burton@augsburg.edu) to sign up for any shifts that you are able to work. If you are available for multiple feel free to request to sign up for more than one. Notice that there are separate tabs for different tasks and days needed. If you have any questions please let me know, and I am happy to get you the answers.

Thank you all in advance for your help!

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ZGtgLUFoFcGbNSRYaJXLDfGWqK3R2TCSR4J0vO_LxI0/edit?usp=sharing

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ZGtgLUFoFcGbNSRYaJXLDfGWqK3R2TCSR4J0vO_LxI0/edit?usp=sharing

Augsburg Film Festival Winners

submitted by hansonjl@augsburg.edu

Augsburg University Fine Arts Film Scholars hosted the first annual intercollegiate student film festival on April 21st. Over 60 attendees viewed films from several Minnesota Colleges and Universities. Filmmakers and fans posed for pictures at our photo wall, enjoyed snacks, and participated in a Q&A with filmmakers whose work screened.

The work was selected from 35 entrants, juried, and judged. Awards were given to work that exemplified creativity, technical skills, and storytelling. Winners received a hand-crafted custom medallion and a certificate.

Congratulations to all the winners and the film scholars for throwing an awesome event!

Best Directing | “Sound Effects” – Joseph Berggren (Northwestern)
Best Documentary | “Light Rail” – Winston Heckt (AU)
Best Editing | “My Father” – Joseph Dutra (MCAD)
Best Sound | “Sound Effects” – Joseph Berggren (Northwestern)
Best Cinematography | “Honey” – Rebecca Schroeder (AU)
Best Screenplay | “The Interview” – Meredith Carstens (AU)
Best Narrative | “Monday Train” – Emily James (AU)
Best of Show | “Sound Effects” – Joseph Berggren (Northwestern)
Responsible Filmmaking | “Monday Train” – Emily James (AU)
Special Mention: Genre Oriented Film | “Vended” – Lukas Olson (AU)
Audience Choice Award | “Rodney and Jimmy” – Joel Myers (AU)

Donate gently used athletic shoes and equipment

submitted by ribeiro@augsburg.edu

The HPE department is collecting donations of gently used shoes and athletic clothing/ equipment (balls, gloves, bats, yard games, etc) for the Cedar Riverside Community School and the Sports Check it out program. A donation box is set at the 3rd floor of Kennedy Center by the office suites. You can also reach out to Dr. Ana Ribeiro (ribeiro@augsburg.edu) with any questions.

Use Your Spanish Skills for Good and Earn $

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

Judge Spanish Debate – No Prior Experience Needed!

The Minnesota Urban Debate League is a nonprofit of Augsburg University. We provide debate programming to over 750 students in Minneapolis and Saint Paul, including our nearly 100 Spanish Debate League students.

We’re looking for debate judges for 2 tournaments this spring. Judges will earn $55 per tournament judged:

Wednesday, May 2nd
Highland Park High School
3:30 – 7:00 PM

Wednesday, May 16th
Augsburg University
3:30 – 7:00 PM

Judges will observe rounds conducted completely in Spanish, determine winners for each round, and provide comments to help students improve their reading, critical thinking and Spanish language skills.

Participation in debate helps students improve their academic skills, including reading comprehension and critical thinking, and increases their confidence. Be a part of creating these outcomes for our Spanish Debate League students!

Please email udlvolunteers@augsburg.edu if you have any questions or would like to arrange volunteering as a group. If you plan on volunteering as an individual, use the calendar at this link to choose your dates to volunteer:

Volunteer with Us

National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Awards Best Narrative to Filmmaker

submitted by hansonjl@augsburg.edu

Emily James ’18 was awarded Best Narrative – Fiction from the Upper Midwest Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences during their annual Student Production Awards. James won the Crystal Pillar for her short film “Monday Train”.

The work was selected from over 130 works in the five state region. All work is evaluated for excellence in content, creativity, and execution by members of the Academy. Judging criteria comes from the National Emmy® office in New York.

This is the second win for an Augsburg student in as many years.

Congratulations to Emily James! (You can watch a recorded live stream of the Awards and see Emily accept her much deserved award.)

2018 Upper Midwest Student Production Awards

Congratulations to March’s Auggie Pride Recipients

submitted by stepkad@augsburg.edu

Congratulations to Jack Hein, Admissions Operations Coordinator for receiving the March Auggie Pride Award. New in August, Jack hit the ground running and his colleagues, student workers, and perspective students have been impacted by his presence. Staff Senate admires the work he does everyday and are honored to award him with this month’s Auggie Pride Award.

Learn more about March’s Auggie Pride Award Recipients

Donate gently used athletic shoes and equipment

submitted by ribeiro@augsburg.edu

The HPE department is collecting donations of gently used shoes and athletic clothing/ equipment (balls, gloves, bats, yard games, etc) for the Cedar Riverside Community School and the Sports Check it out program. A donation box is set at the 3rd floor of Kennedy Center by the office suites. You can also reach out to Dr. Ana Ribeiro (ribeiro@augsburg.edu) with any questions.

Headline: AugSTEM Scholars Program: Application Deadline May 15, 2018

submitted by hertt@augsburg.edu

Applications are now open for the 2018-19 AugSTEM Scholars Program.

The AugSTEM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Funded by the National Science Foundation, AugSTEM Scholars receive scholarships of $5,000, $7,500 and $10,000 per student per year (differences in award amounts correspond to levels of financial need). Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:

-Enrolled full-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, chemistry, computer science,
environmental studies, mathematics, or physics)
-Within 5 semesters of graduating as of Fall 2018
-Major GPA of 3.0 or higher
-U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident
-Demonstrated financial need via FAFSA

Application deadline: May 15, 2018 at midnight.

Incoming community college transfer students and Augsburg students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply as well as students who began at Augsburg.

For more information, go to: http://www.augsburg.edu/stem/augstem/

Questions? Contact stem@augsburg.edu