Category: General Announcements

submitted by xinicof@augsburg.edu

Augsburg Faculty and Staff:

You are invited to attend the twenty-third annual Vocation of a Lutheran College Conference at Augsburg College from Monday, July 17 to Wednesday, July 19. Each year, five faculty members from each of the ELCA Colleges come together to explore the distinct roles that they play in higher education. This year, our theme is “Vocation for Life.”

The conference will begin with an opening session at 5 pm followed by a dinner at 7:00 pm on July 17 and conclude by 1:00 pm on July 19.

Register and learn more on the conference website:
http://www.augsburg.edu/ccv/events/vocation-of-a-lutheran-college-conference/

If you have questions about registration, contact Lonna Field: VOALC@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1467

If you would like more information about the conference, contact Tom Morgan: morgan@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1773

Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to explore leadership through the lens of vocation!

submitted by lgeorge@augsburg.edu

Hennepin County Library, in partnership with the Nobel Peace Prize Forum, launched a summer book club to explore stories and writings of leading authors and public figures in the months leading up to the 2017 NPPF. Learn more, including how to register, at http://www.augsburg.edu/news/2017/06/16/nppf_2017_book_club/

submitted by swansonl@augsburg.edu

The Storify feed displayed on Inside Augsburg typically is a resource for Augsburg College community members to view campus news, updates, and achievements through a curated collection of social media posts. The Storify feed has not been loading properly since the morning of Monday, June 19, and Marketing and Communication staff are working to resolve the issue. Your patience is appreciated as staff work to identify a solution. You may send questions or concerns about Storify to marcomm@augsburg.edu.

submitted by petere@augsburg.edu

Einsteins is open from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. with a limited Summer Menu.

Nabo is open from 4-8 p.m., with Grab and Go sandwiches, salads, fruit, and beverages available.

The Commons is open from 7 a.m.-8:30 a.m. for breakfast, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. for lunch, and 4-6 p.m. for dinner

submitted by swansonl@augsburg.edu

The Storify feed displayed on Inside Augsburg typically is a resource for Augsburg College community members to view campus news, updates, and achievements through a curated collection of social media posts. The Storify feed has not been loading properly since the morning of Monday, June 19, and Marketing and Communication staff are working to resolve the issue. Your patience is appreciated as staff work to identify a solution. You may send questions or concerns about Storify to marcomm@augsburg.edu.

submitted by weisss@augsburg.edu

Hennepin County Library, in partnership with the Nobel Peace Prize Forum, launched a summer book club to explore stories and writings of leading authors and public figures in the months leading up to the 2017 NPPF. Learn more, including how to register, by clicking the link below.

Learn how to register today!

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

Just over a year ago, Augsburg and Luther Seminary launched our strategic alliance to explore opportunities to share administrative services in select areas. On Friday, an update communication from President Paul Pribbenow was posted on the Strategic Alliance Initiatives page (see link below).

The communication provides an overview of the work to date on existing initiatives and announces newly launched shared services initiatives involving Finance and Administration, Marketing and Communication, and the Office of Campus Ministry. A similar update was posted by Luther Seminary President Robin Steinke for the Luther Seminary campus.

You can find the link to the June 2017 update under the Key Documents section of the Strategic Alliance Initiatives page, using the link below.

Go to the Augsburg-Luther Seminary Strategic Alliance Initiative page (login required)

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

Just over a year ago, Augsburg and Luther Seminary launched our strategic alliance to explore opportunities to share administrative services in select areas. Yesterday afternoon, an update communication from President Paul Pribbenow was posted on the Strategic Alliance Initiatives page (see link below).

The communication provides an overview of the work to date on existing initiatives and announces newly launched shared services initiatives involving Finance and Administration, Marketing and Communication, and the Office of Campus Ministry. A similar update was posted by Luther Seminary President Robin Steinke for the Luther Seminary campus.

You can find the link to the June 2017 update under the Key Documents section of the Strategic Alliance Initiatives page, using the link below.

Go to the Augsburg-Luther Seminary Strategic Alliance Initiative page (login required)

submitted by epetersen-gauthier@aviands.com

Friday
Einsteins is open from 7:30am-1:30pm with a Limited Summer Menu
Nabo is open from 4-7pm with Grab and Go sandwiches, salads, fruit, and beverages available.
The Commons is open from breakfast from 7:30am-8:30am

Saturday
Einsteins is open from 7:30am-3:30pm with a Limited Summer Menu
Nabo is open from 10am-2pm with a Limited Summer Menu
The Commons is open from 7-8:30am for breakfast, 10:30am-12pm for Lunch and 5-6:30pm for dinner.

Sunday
Einsteins is Closed
Nabo is Closed
The Commons is open from 7-8:30am for breakfast and 5-7pm for dinner.

submitted by collen@augsburg.edu

If you have questions about items that need updating as part of the name change process, would like to discuss timelines or plans related to items in your department, or need help identifying how or what needs to be changed, please feel free to stop by our information & help session TODAY at 1pm in the Oren Gateway Center 100. Members of the planning team will be on hand to answer questions, provide direction or work with you to identify a plan for transitioning items.

submitted by gade@augsburg.edu

The Human Resources staff will be at an off-site training all day on Thursday​,​ June 15th. If you have a issue that requires immediate assistance, please contact Kristin Hansen at Ext. 1026​​. The HR staff will also be checking voicemail and e-mail periodically.

submitted by petere@augsburg.edu

Einsteins is open from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. with a limited Summer Menu.

Nabo is open from 4-8 p.m., with Grab and Go sandwiches, salads, fruit, and beverages available.

The Commons is open from 7 a.m.-8:30 a.m. for breakfast, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. for lunch, and 5-6 p.m. for dinner

submitted by garvey@augsburg.edu

Downtown Minneapolis Light Rail service will be stopped for maintenance beginning June 22 through July 3. Metro Transit will distribute informational flyers to customers during evening rush hour at all downtown platforms during the week of June 12 to ensure that riders are informed.

Sign up for rider alerts at https://www.metrotransit.org/rider-alerts to stay informed.

submitted by petere@augsburg.edu

Einsteins is open from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. with a limited Summer Menu.

Nabo is open from 4-8 p.m., with Grab and Go sandwiches, salads, fruit, and beverages available.

The Commons is open from 7 a.m.-8:30 a.m. for breakfast, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. for lunch, and 5-6 p.m. for dinner.

submitted by jendra@augsburg.edu

A new system to manage the digital signs on campus, which is based on WordPress, was launched this summer. It will provide several improvements:

• greater reliability: the previous system was no longer supported
• quicker turnaround: the new system will use templates for event announcements and general announcements, resulting in quicker posting
• emergency alerts: over the summer, we will be working with Public Safety in hopes of integrating the new system with their notification system so that emergency alerts can be displayed automatically.

Requests for digital screens can still be submitted at inside.augsburg.edu/marketing. To allow ample opportunity for the campus community to encounter the information, please submit digital screens announcing events no less than two weeks before the event takes place. Digital screens are the preferred method for announcing and promoting on-campus events in our buildings. For this reason, generally speaking, Marketing and Communication will not produce posters, flyers, or handouts to promote on-campus events to internal audiences.

Learn more about these changes

submitted by jendra@augsburg.edu

A new system to manage the digital signs on campus, which is based on WordPress, was launched this summer. It will provide several improvements:

• greater reliability: the previous system was no longer supported
• quicker turnaround: the new system will use templates for event announcements and general announcements, resulting in quicker posting
• emergency alerts: over the summer, we will be working with Public Safety in hopes of integrating the new system with their notification system so that emergency alerts can be displayed automatically.

Requests for digital screens can still be submitted at inside.augsburg.edu/marketing. To allow ample opportunity for the campus community to encounter the information, please submit digital screens announcing events no less than two weeks before the event takes place. Digital screens are the preferred method for announcing and promoting on-campus events in our buildings. For this reason, generally speaking, Marketing and Communication will not produce posters, flyers, or handouts to promote on-campus events to internal audiences.

Learn more about these changes

submitted by petere@augsburg.edu

Einsteins is open from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. with a limited Summer Menu

Nabo is open from 4-8 p.m., with Grab and Go sandwiches, salads, fruit, and beverages available.

The Commons is open from 7 a.m.-8:30 a.m. for breakfast, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. for lunch, and 5-6 p.m. for dinner.

submitted by petere@augsburg.edu

Einsteins is open from 7:30am-1:30pm with a limited Summer Menu

Nabo is open from 4-8pm, with Grab and Go sandwiches, salads, fruit, and beverages available.

The Commons is open from 7am-830am for breakfast, 11am-1pm for lunch, and 5-6pm for dinner.

submitted by garvey@augsburg.edu

Downtown Minneapolis service will be stopped for maintenance beginning June 22 through July 3. Metro Transit will distribute informational flyers to customers during evening rush hour at all downtown platforms during the week of June 12 to ensure that riders are informed.

Sign up for rider alerts at https://www.metrotransit.org/rider-alerts to stay informed.

submitted by singer@augsburg.edu

Applications for the 2017-18 AugSTEM Program are due June 15, 2017.

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 (NSF DUE-1565060), 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 2017 (plan to graduate with STEM major from Augsburg by Fall 2019 or earlier).

– Major GPA of 3.0 or higher

– U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident

– Demonstrate financial need via FAFSA

AugSTEM Scholarship Information

submitted by chamberk@augsburg.edu

Congratulations to Communication Studies professor David Lapakko, who will once again be honored this weekend at the Great American Think-Off in New York Mills, MN. As the Think-Off champion in 2015, Lapakko has been ineligible to compete in the audience Think-Off debates for two full years. But both this year and last, he has been chosen to receive an Honorable Mention award, putting his essay in the top 15 out of the hundreds submitted from around the nation. This year’s question was, “Has the 2016 election changed our perception of truth?” (Lapakko argued on the affirmative.) The four finalists in Saturday’s audience debate hail from Seattle, WA; Olympia, WA; Prior Lake, MN; and Queens, NY.

submitted by petere@augsburg.edu

Einsteins is open from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, with a limited Summer Menu.

Nabo is open from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Monday-Friday, with a limited Summer Menu.
Nabo is open from 4-8 p.m., Monday-Thursday, with Grab and Go Sandwiches, Salads, Fruit, and Beverages available.

The Commons is Closed

submitted by alexank@augsburg.edu

On Monday, June 5, Lindell Library moved to a new interlibrary loan system called Tipasa. There is no need to register for the new system; your Augsburg username and password will give you access to your account. You can take a look at the new request form at http://library.augsburg.edu/ordering/myaccount/

Your past request history and any articles you may have in the old system will not be transferred to Tipasa. If you have data in your ILLiad account that you would like to keep, you have until June 30, 2017 to log in and retrieve it. You can log in to your ILLiad account at https://libraryloan.augsburg.edu/illiad/logon.html until June 30.

Please contact Karen Alexander at 612-330-1569 with questions, or email illdept@augsburg.edu.

submitted by dores@augsburg.edu

Applications for the 2017-18 AugSTEM Program are due June 15, 2017.

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 (NSF DUE-1565060), 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 2017 (plan to graduate with STEM major from Augsburg by Fall 2019 or earlier).

– Major GPA of 3.0 or higher

– U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident

– Demonstrate financial need via FAFSA

AugSTEM Scholarship Information

submitted by dores@augsburg.edu

Applications for the 2017-18 AugSTEM Program are due June 15, 2017.

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 (NSF DUE-1565060), 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 2017 (plan to graduate with STEM major from Augsburg by Fall 2019 or earlier).

– Major GPA of 3.0 or higher

– U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident

– Demonstrate financial need via FAFSA

AugSTEM Scholarship Information

submitted by petere@augsburg.edu

Einsteins is open from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, with a limited Summer Menu.

Nabo is open from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Monday-Friday, with a limited Summer Menu.
Nabo is open from 4-8 p.m., Monday-Thursday, with Grab and Go Sandwiches, Salads, Fruit, and Beverages available.

The Commons is Closed.

submitted by dupont@augsburg.edu

Applications for the 2017-18 AugSTEM Program are due June 15, 2017.

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 (NSF DUE-1565060), 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 2017 (plan to graduate with STEM major from Augsburg by Fall 2019 or earlier).

– Major GPA of 3.0 or higher

– U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident

– Demonstrate financial need via FAFSA

AugSTEM Scholarship Information

submitted by petere@augsburg.edu

Einsteins is open from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, with a condensed Summer Menu.
Nabo is open from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Monday-Friday, with a condensed Summer Menu.

The Commons is closed.

submitted by clarkk@augsburg.edu

Augsburg College football team helped move the entire Augsburg Central Health Commons and the Restoration Center at Central Lutheran Church into a trailer space while construction of the building occurs over the next year. Thank you to the entire team and, in particular, coach Frank Haege for arranging for all the help. You all rock!

submitted by weisss@augsburg.edu

Things are changing around campus, Auggies. You already know that last March, members of Augsburg Corporation approved a resolution to change our name from “Augsburg College” to “Augsburg University.” But, just in case you missed it, you can read about that on the News and Media blog.

Lots has been going on since that resolution passed … meetings to discuss how the name change would be carried out, discussions about the order in which Augsburg would prioritize where and how the name would be changed, and more.

Check out all the change underway, including:
For the Department of Public Safety
In Si Melby Gymnasium
With our outdoor monument signs
On Edor Nelson Field

Then, keep your eye on the University Name Change “Updates” page for the latest information as we prepare to officially celebrate our new name on September 5.

University Name Change Updates

submitted by weisss@augsburg.edu

Information and updates about the change of Augsburg College to Augsburg University are being shared through an “Updates” page on the University Name Change area of the website.

The Updates blog will be home to information related to physical changes that are taking place over the summer months, such as to monument signs and new graphics on the gym floor; tips on updating department websites and blogs; important news about ordering materials and access to graphics; help sessions; and more.

Visit http://www.augsburg.edu/university/updates/ for the most current information.

University Name Change Information

submitted by widsetht@augsburg.edu

Hello Students,

My name is Tiffany Widseth and I am an Exercise Science student and an McNair researcher this summer at Augsburg. I am investigating a modified version of the Functional Movement Screen (FMS) test in Division III female college soccer players and need healthy female Augsburg College students (ages 18-24) to participate in this study as part of the control group. You may not be currently a part of an Augsburg athletic team.
This study involves a one-hour visit to Kennedy Center Physiology lab (room 309) for Functional Movement Screen testing and a video of a drop jump. Participants will receive a $10 gift card to Target.

You can reach me at: widsetht@augsburg.edu to get more details or to schedule an appointment time.

Thank you!

submitted by kongs@augsburg.edu

You are invited to take part in a research study to investigate your ability to locate hidden objects. You were selected as a possible participant in this study as a part of the Augsburg College psychology department’s research experience program. This study is being conducted by Dr. Ben Denkinger and Samantha Kong.

All undergraduates over 18 years of age with normal or corrected-to-normal vision, as well as psychology students in PSY 105 or PSY 215, are eligible to participate in this study.

There are no anticipated risks to participation. The direct benefit of participation is the receipt of either $5. The indirect benefit to participation is learning more about the research process in psychology.

The researcher conducting this study is Ben Denkinger. You may ask any questions you have now. If you have questions later, you may contact Ben by e-mail at denkinge@augsburg.edu, or by phone at 612-330-1172.

Please contact Samantha Kong via email (kongs@augsburg.edu) if you are interested in participating in this study.

Thank you!

submitted by weisss@augsburg.edu

Information and updates about the change of Augsburg College to Augsburg University are being shared through an “Updates” page on the University Name Change area of the website.

The Updates blog will be home to information related to physical changes that are taking place over the summer months, such as to monument signs and new graphics on the gym floor; tips on updating department websites and blogs; important news about ordering materials and access to graphics; help sessions; and more.

Visit http://www.augsburg.edu/university/updates/ for the most current information.

University Name Change Information

submitted by ahrensj@augsburg.edu

Einsteins is open from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, with a condensed menu.
Nabo is open from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Monday-Friday, with a condensed menu.

Both Einsteins and Nabo will be closed in observation of Memorial Day.

The Commons is Closed.

submitted by pribbeno@augsburg.edu

As many of you may have seen in the newspapers, one of Augsburg’s staunch supporters and a tireless advocate for the rights of women passed away this past Monday.

Koryne Horbal, a remarkable citizen and public servant who inspired all of us through her commitment to a vibrant democracy and passion for women’s rights worldwide, was a great gift to Augsburg and to our students.

A memorial service will be held to celebrate Koryne at 1 p.m., Thursday, June 29 in Hoversten Chapel. Please join with Koryne’s many friends and family and Auggies to celebrate her life.

The Star Tribune wrote a detailed obituary about our dear friend, available at http://www.startribune.com/obituary-koryne-horbal-championed-women-s-rights-worldwide/423734353/

In 2008, Augsburg awarded Koryne an honorary degree in recognition of her work to found the Democratic Party Feminist Caucus, her service to the United Nations as an appointee by former President Jimmy Carter, her support of Augsburg’s Anne Pederson Women’s Resource Center, and for her other advocacy and fundraising work.

Please hold Koryne, and those close to her, in your thoughts and prayers.

submitted by weisss@augsburg.edu

Information and updates about the change of Augsburg College to Augsburg University are being shared through an “Updates” page on the University Name Change area of the website.

The Updates blog will be home to information related to physical changes that are taking place over the summer months, such as to monument signs and new graphics on the gym floor; tips on updating department websites and blogs; important news about ordering materials and access to graphics; help sessions; and more.

Visit http://www.augsburg.edu/university/updates/ for the most current information.

submitted by robargej@augsburg.edu

The Office of Sponsored Programs is pleased to announce that writing stipends are now available to faculty grant seekers!

What is a writing stipend?
Writing stipends are small awards, available to faculty grant seekers, that are intended to encourage the development and submission of innovative grant proposals that support individual faculty scholarship, enhance student learning, and/or promote the strategic priorities of Augsburg2019.

Upon successful submission of an eligible grant proposal, the faculty writer will receive a writing stipend that will be deposited into their professional development account. Stipend values will be based on the total budget request and the annual maximum per person per year is $1,000. For more information, visit http://inside.augsburg.edu/grants/2017/05/25/writing-stipends-available-for-faculty-grant-seekers/

Funding for this program is made possible by a grant from the Augsburg2019 Innovation Fund.

Ready to start writing or want to learn more? Contact Erica Swift at swift@augsburg.edu.

Writing stipends available for Faculty Grant Seekers

submitted by hendricb@augsburg.edu

The Augsburg College Bookstore hours for Summer are as follows:

Monday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

** Please note that we are closed on Memorial Day, Monday, May 29. Thank you and have a wonderful holiday!

submitted by hendricb@augsburg.edu

The Augsburg College Bookstore hours for Summer are as follows:

Monday – Friday, 10:00AM – 3:00PM

** Please note that we are closed on Memorial Day, Monday May 29th. Thank you and have a wonderful holiday!

submitted by ahrensj@augsburg.edu

Einsteins is open from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, with a condensed menu.
Nabo is open from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Monday-Friday, with a condensed menu.

The Commons is Closed.

submitted by troldahl@augsburg.edu

Are you a problem solver who enjoys details? Do you value organization? Consider joining our team! The Registrar’s Office is seeking to hire student employees to work approximately 10-15 hours per week.
The Registrar’s Office is housed within the Academic Affairs Division. We provide services in the areas of document imaging, records retention, transfer evaluation, registration, graduation, term/curriculum records, class scheduling, grade recording, and veteran benefit certification. Our mission is to ensure the integrity of recorded data while providing timely service and communicating information regarding policies and procedures to the Augsburg College community. Consider joining our team and gaining meaningful experience that can be applied to many career fields.

Apply

submitted by petere@augsburg.edu

Einsteins is open from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, with a condensed menu.
Nabo is open from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Monday-Friday, with a condensed menu.

The Commons is Closed

submitted by greenj@augsburg.edu

California Lutheran University and the Association of Lutheran College Faculties invite proposals for the 2017 meeting of ALCF on Cal Lutheran’s campus in Thousand Oaks, CA, September 29-30. Recognizing the 500th Anniversary of Martin Luther, the theme is “Re-Forming Communities: Toward the Next 500 Years.” Submissions are now open, with a deadline of June 15th. Please visit the website at https://www.callutheran.edu/special-events/alcf/ for submittal details and conference registration. For questions, contact Tim Hengst, President, Association of Lutheran College Faculties, at thengst@callutheran.edu.

submitted by garvey@augsburg.edu

Augsburg College Bookstore will sell summer Metro Transit College Passes for $75 (reduced from $90). College Passes are valid for unlimited rides from June 1- Aug. 14 on all regional buses and trains. (For fares above $3.00, e.g., select Northstar fares, stored value is required to cover the additional fare.)

Summer college passes will be available for sale as soon as the Bookstore receive them – ideally May 18.

Students who have a College Pass from spring semester can use that pass through May 31.

submitted by greenj@augsburg.edu

California Lutheran University and the Association of Lutheran College Faculties invite proposals for the 2017 meeting of ALCF on Cal Lutheran’s campus in Thousand Oaks, CA, September 29-30. Recognizing the 500th Anniversary of Martin Luther, the theme is “Re-Forming Communities: Toward the Next 500 Years.” Submissions are now open, with a deadline of June 15th. Please visit the website at https://www.callutheran.edu/special-events/alcf/ for submittal details and conference registration. For questions, contact Tim Hengst, President, Association of Lutheran College Faculties, at thengst@callutheran.edu.

submitted by greenj@augsburg.edu

California Lutheran University and the Association of Lutheran College Faculties invite proposals for the 2017 meeting of ALCF on Cal Lutheran’s campus in Thousand Oaks, CA, September 29-30. Recognizing the 500th Anniversary of Martin Luther, the theme is “Re-Forming Communities: Toward the Next 500 Years.” Submissions are now open, with a deadline of June 15. Please visit the website at https://www.callutheran.edu/special-events/alcf/ for submittal details and conference registration. For questions, contact Tim Hengst, President, Association of Lutheran College Faculties, at thengst@callutheran.edu.

submitted by petere@augsburg.edu

Einsteins is open from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, with a condensed menu.
Nabo is open from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Monday-Friday, with a condensed menu.

The Commons is Closed.

submitted by mannj@augsburg.edu

We have created a Frequently Asked Questions page to answer to the common questions we receive about A-mail.

Topics include:

• Correct or edit a published post
• Edit your post before publication
• Manage your A-mail subscription
• Submitting a post for multiple days

If you have a question not answered here, please send it to a-mail-corrections@augsburg.edu

submitted by garvey@augsburg.edu

Augsburg College Bookstore will sell summer Metro Transit College Passes for $75 (reduced from $90). College Passes are valid for unlimited rides from June 1- Aug. 14 on all regional buses and trains. (For fares above $3.00, e.g., select Northstar fares, stored value is required to cover the additional fare.)

Summer college passes will be available for sale as soon as the Bookstore receive them – ideally May 18.

Students who have a College Pass from spring semester can use that pass through May 31.

submitted by ahrensj@augsburg.edu

Einsteins is open from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, with a condensed menu.
Nabo is open from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Monday-Friday, with a condensed menu.

The Commons is Closed.

submitted by davenpoj@augsburg.edu

To accommodate our transition to a new on-line Copy Request order system on or about June 1, effective May 15, AROWorks will be gone and you may recognize an old friend, the Copy Request form from a few years ago. Find it in the same places: Inside Augsburg>Administrative Tasks>Copy Request, or on the Central Services web page. Thanks for your patience as we transition.

submitted by ahrensj@augsburg.edu

Einsteins is open from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, with a condensed menu.
Nabo is open from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Monday-Friday, with a condensed menu.

The Commons is Closed.

submitted by johnsod@augsburg.edu

Congratulations to Katie (Koch) Code, Director of Alumni & Constituent Relations and Nathan Lind, Academic Liaison for Computing for receiving the April Auggie Pride Award. Their hard work and positive attitudes as they go above and beyond their expected duties are an inspiration to the community. Staff Senate admires the work they do everyday and are honored to award them both with this month’s Auggie Pride Award.

Read more about the winners on the Staff Senate website

submitted by petere@augsburg.edu

Einsteins is open from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, with a condensed menu.
Nabo is open from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Monday-Friday, with a condensed menu.

The Commons is Closed.

submitted by nikpay@augsburg.edu

Jila Nikpay’s documentary, Dreaming With Lola will be broadcast state-wide on the dates below, in addition to being streamed online by TPT.

Sunday, May 14, at 10:30 p.m. on TPT2
Monday, May 15, at 4:30 p.m. on TPT2

MNTV 2017 Selections

Sixteen recent short works by Minnesota filmmakers have been chosen for a new season of MNTV. MNTV is produced in collaboration with Independent Filmmaker Project Minnesota (IFP MN), Twin Cities PBS and Walker Art Center Film and Video Department.

 

submitted by davenpoj@augsburg.edu

To accommodate our transition to a new on-line Copy Request order system on or about June 1, effective May 15, AROWorks will be gone and you may recognize an old friend, the Copy Request form from a few years ago. Find it the same place: Inside Augsburg>Administrative Tasks>Copy Request, or on the Central Services web page. Thanks for your patience as we transition.

submitted by garvey@augsburg.edu

Augsburg College Bookstore will sell summer Metro Transit College Passes for $125 (reduced from $175). College Passes are valid for unlimited rides from June 1- Aug. 14 on all regional buses and trains. (For fares above $3.00, e.g., select Northstar fares, stored value is required to cover the additional fare.)

Summer college passes will be available for sale as soon as the Bookstore receive them – ideally May 18.

Students who have a College Pass from spring semester can use that pass through May 31.

submitted by petere@augsburg.edu

Einsteins is open from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, with a condensed menu.
Nabo is open from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Monday-Friday, with a condensed menu.

The Commons is Closed

submitted by how@augsburg.edu

Members from across more than 3,000 U.S. universities and colleges are dedicated to extending a warm welcome to international students around the world. Do you want to show your support and build upon the coalition of welcoming campuses and organizations? If the answer is YES, we invite you to send a 2-3 minute video sharing Augsburg’s commitment to a diverse, supportive, and safe environment to all students. All submissions received by May 5 will also be entered into a drawing for a $300 travel certificate and one of two $50 Amazon gift cards.

Questions and video submissions can be sent to: Tracy How, 612-330-1359, how@augsburg.edu

P.S. For ideas, check out the #YouAreWelcomeHere to see what other universities and colleges have come up with.

submitted by petere@augsburg.edu

Einsteins is open from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, with a condensed menu.
Nabo is open from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Monday-Friday, with a condensed menu.

The Commons is Closed.

submitted by how@augsburg.edu

Members from across more than 3,000 U.S. universities and colleges are dedicated to extending a warm welcome to international students around the world. Do you want to show your support and build upon the coalition of welcoming campuses and organizations? If the answer is YES, we invite you to send a 2-3 minute video sharing Augsburg’s commitment to a diverse, supportive, and safe environment to all students. All submissions received by May 5 will also be entered into a drawing for a $300 travel certificate and one of two $50 Amazon gift cards.

Questions and video submissions can be sent to: Tracy How, 612-330-1359, how@augsburg.edu

P.S. For ideas, check out the #YouAreWelcomeHere to see what other universities and colleges have come up with.

submitted by petere@augsburg.edu

Einsteins is open from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, with a condensed menu.
Nabo is open from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Monday-Friday, with a condensed menu.

The Commons is Closed.

submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu

On Wednesday afternoon Augsburg, and much of the internet, saw a tricky phishing email attack that is fooling people into giving others access to their Google account.

We have a writeup of what happened and what you can do, if you clicked on the link, on the IT blog post linked to this article.

If you clicked on the link you should
1. Change your password on Inside Augsburg
2. Review your connected apps & sites at accounts.google.com

You can always ask your LFC or contact the Tech Desk with questions.

Details on the phishing email

submitted by how@augsburg.edu

Members from across more than 3,000 U.S. universities and colleges are dedicated to extending a warm welcome to international students around the world. Do you want to show your support and build upon the coalition of welcoming campuses and organizations? If the answer is YES, we invite you to send a 2-3 minute video sharing Augsburg’s commitment to a diverse, supportive, and safe environment to all students. All submissions received by May 5 will also be entered into a drawing for a $300 travel certificate and one of two $50 Amazon gift cards.

Questions and video submissions can be sent to: Tracy How, 612-330-1359, how@augsburg.edu

P.S. For ideas, check out the #YouAreWelcomeHere to see what other universities and colleges have come up with.

submitted by effertzl@augsburg.edu

Do you like flowers? If you like puppies and happiness then your answer is probably yes. The events office has a ton of flowers left over from commencement and would love for you all to take them off of our hands. Please bring your own vase and grab as many flowers as you wish. You can visit us on the second floor of Christensen.

submitted by how@augsburg.edu

Members from across more than 3,000 U.S. universities and colleges are dedicated to extending a warm welcome to international students around the world. Do you want to show your support and build upon the coalition of welcoming campuses and organizations? If the answer is YES, we invite you to send a 2-3 minute video sharing Augsburg’s commitment to a diverse, supportive, and safe environment to all students. All submissions received by May 5 will also be entered into a drawing for a $300 travel certificate and one of two $50 Amazon gift cards.

Questions and video submissions can be sent to: Tracy How, 612-330-1359, how@augsburg.edu

P.S. For ideas, check out the #YouAreWelcomeHere to see what other universities and colleges have come up with.

submitted by how@augsburg.edu

Members from across more than 3,000 U.S. universities and colleges are dedicated to extending a warm welcome to international students around the world. Do you want to show your support and build upon the coalition of welcoming campuses and organizations? If the answer is YES, we invite you to send a 2-3 minute video sharing Augsburg’s commitment to a diverse, supportive, and safe environment to all students. All submissions received by May 5 will also be entered into a drawing for a $300 travel certificate and one of two $50 Amazon gift cards.

Questions and video submissions can be sent to: Tracy How, 612-330-1359, how@augsburg.edu

P.S. For ideas, check out the #YouAreWelcomeHere to see what other universities and colleges have come up with.

submitted by davenpoj@augsburg.edu

The lease on the current fleet of Canon multi-function copiers is over this summer and it will be replaced by Sharp machines. If you are here in the summer, you will witness the transformation. If you are away in the summer, you will be welcomed back by a new machine with new features; I think you’ll especially like the pull-out keyboard for easier typing (a message to someone you’re scanning to, etc.) We will provide training to all. We’ll also be rolling out a new on-line copy request system; you’ll find it in the same place under Inside Augsburg>Administrative tasks.

submitted by how@augsburg.edu

Members from across more than 3,000 U.S. universities and colleges are dedicated to extending a warm welcome to international students around the world. Do you want to show your support and build upon the coalition of welcoming campuses and organizations? If the answer is YES, we invite you to send a 2-3 minute video sharing Augsburg’s commitment to a diverse, supportive, and safe environment to all students. All submissions received by May 5 will also be entered into a drawing for a $300 travel certificate and one of two $50 Amazon gift cards.

Questions and video submissions can be sent to: Tracy How, 612-330-1359, how@augsburg.edu

P.S. For ideas, check out the #YouAreWelcomeHere to see what other universities and colleges have come up with.

submitted by johnsod@augsburg.edu

Tuesday, May 2 the Staff Senate election closes. All Augsburg staff members received an email with a survey asking for their vote to elect the new Staff Senate representatives. Votes are anonymous and each staff member can vote once. If you are having any trouble with the survey or haven’t received it please contact staff senate at staffsenate@augsburg.edu.

If you’ve already voted, thank you for your participation!

submitted by dores@augsburg.edu

Applications are now open for the 2017-18 AugSTEM 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 (NSF DUE-1565060), 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 2017 (plan to graduate with STEM major from Augsburg by Fall 2019 or earlier).

– Major GPA of 3.0 or higher

– U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident

– Demonstrate financial need via FAFSA

Applications are due June 15, 2017.

AugSTEM Scholarship Information

submitted by bosst@augsburg.edu

Shipping and the mailroom would like to know who would be open this summer for delivery or if any of your offices will be closed this summer for a extended period of time. Please contact them at mailship@augsburg.edu

 

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Did you know this Saturday we will have the largest graduating class in our history? Because of this great news, we are in need of even more help staffing the ceremonies on Saturday. Help is especially needed for Undergraduate Commencement. Please help if you can and take part in this joyful celebration and send off!

-Undergraduate Graduation: Saturday, April 29 from 8:00-11:30 a.m.
HIGH PRIORITY NEED at least 3 more people to Usher/Ticket Taker
-Adult Day/Graduate Studies Graduation: Saturday, April 29 from 2:00-5:30 p.m.
NEED at least 3 more people, to Usher/Ticket Taker

*Ushers have the opportunity to see most of the ceremony.

To sign up for a shift, contact Katie Radford at radford@augsburg.edu.

submitted by bosst@augsburg.edu

The copy center will be moving to summer hours starting May 1.

Hours will be:

8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday – Friday

submitted by how@augsburg.edu

Members from across more than 3,000 U.S. universities and colleges are dedicated to extending a warm welcome to international students around the world. Do you want to show your support and build upon the coalition of welcoming campuses and organizations? If the answer is YES, we invite you to send a 2-3 minute video sharing Augsburg’s commitment to a diverse, supportive, and safe environment to all students. All submissions received by May 5 will also be entered into a drawing for a $300 travel certificate and one of two $50 Amazon gift cards.

Questions and video submissions can be sent to: Tracy How, 612-330-1359, how@augsburg.edu

P.S. For ideas, check out the #YouAreWelcomeHere to see what other universities and colleges have come up with.

submitted by dores@augsburg.edu

Applications are now open for the 2017-18 AugSTEM 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 (NSF DUE-1565060), 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 2017 (plan to graduate with STEM major from Augsburg by Fall 2019 or earlier).

– Major GPA of 3.0 or higher

– U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident

– Demonstrate financial need via FAFSA

Applications are due June 15, 2017.

AugSTEM Scholarship Information

submitted by leedd@augsburg.edu

As we gear up for the celebration and send off of our 2017 graduates for Commencement this Saturday, April 29, we are in strong need of more help at staffing the ceremonies.

Help is needed for the following:
-Adult Day/Graduate Studies Graduation: Saturday, April 29 from 2:00-5:30 p.m.
High Priority: NEED at least 5 more people, to Usher/Ticket Taker
-Undergraduate Graduation: Saturday, April 29 from 8:00-11:30 a.m.
NEED at least 4 more people to Usher/Ticket Taker

*Ushers have the opportunity to see most of the ceremony.

To sign up for a shift, contact Katie Radford at radford@augsburg.edu.

If you cannot assist for these times but still want to help, email Katie. There may be some additional shifts to help with including rehearsal on Thursday 4/27 and Student Line-Up Saturday morning before the 10am ceremony.

We can use all hands on deck!

submitted by petere@augsburg.edu

Einsteins is open from 7:30 a.m.-9 p.m., with the Late Night Menu starting at 7 p.m.

Nabo is open from 7:30 a.m.-8 p.m., with Hot Food starting at 10:30 a.m.

The Commons is open from 7:30 a.m.-7 p.m.
Breakfast 7:30-9:45 a.m.
Continental Breakfast 9:45-11 a.m.
Lunch 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Light Lunch 1:30-4:30 p.m.
Dinner 4:30-7 p.m.

All Food Service locations will be closing at 1:30 p.m. on Friday April 28.

The Commons will be closed during the month of May.
Nabo will be open from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. M-F with a limited menu during the month of May.
Einsteins will be open from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. M-F with a limited menu during the month of May.

submitted by petere@augsburg.edu

Want to have your voice heard? Want to win a Mini iPad? Go to the link below and fill out a survey about A’viands and your Food Service experiences on Campus. Your feedback will help us serve you better!

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/AugsburgSpring2017

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Summer employment begins April 30th, 2017. If you are planning on having students working over the summer, please be sure to review the information below regarding student positions for summer employment.

Summer student rates will be as follows:

Student Rate: $9.50
Student Supervisory Rate: $10.50
Research Rates: $11.00 – $14.00

Steps to follow when hiring a student worker for summer 2017

1. Students returning into a position they held previously will only need a Student Employment Hire Form submitted through Hirezon/Interview Exchange.

2. Looking for a student worker to hire? Any new position will need to be posted through Human Resources to the internal student jobs board. Student Requisitions can be submitted though Hirezon/Interview Exchange. Once it’s submitted, we will post the position online. Hiring managers will be able to view applications in real time through the system.

3. When you’ve selected a student to hire, complete the Student Employment Hire Form through Hirezon/Interview Exchange. Students who have never worked on campus before will need to fill out additional HR forms, including a background check, before they will be authorized to work.

Instructions for navigating Hirezon/Interview Exchange can be found at the link below.

http://web.augsburg.edu/hr/Student/Supervisor_Recruiting_Process.pdf

Questions? Email HR at hr@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1058.

submitted by how@augsburg.edu

Members from across more than 3,000 U.S. universities and colleges are dedicated to extending a warm welcome to international students around the world. Do you want to show your support and build upon the coalition of welcoming campuses and organizations? If the answer is YES, we invite you to send a 2-3 minute video sharing Augsburg’s commitment to a diverse, supportive, and safe environment to all students. All submissions received by May 5 will also be entered into a drawing for a $300 travel certificate and one of two $50 Amazon gift cards.

Questions and video submissions can be sent to: Tracy How, 612-330-1359, how@augsburg.edu

P.S. For ideas, check out the #YouAreWelcomeHere to see what other universities and colleges have come up with.

submitted by davenpoj@augsburg.edu

Due to the name change to Augsburg University in September, we will not accept orders for new custom printed Augsburg College items beginning May 1. Order any personalized Augsburg College items you need to last through August by April 27. Please contact the Copy Center for critical business needs that arise after May 1. The general Augsburg College letterhead, notecards, and variety of envelopes will continue to be available at the Copy Center through August. Information about ordering Augsburg University printed items will be available in the summer.

submitted by brauer@augsburg.edu

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

HISTORY: The choir, now in its 84th year, is one of Augsburg’s oldest ongoing organizations. For the past 37 years, it has been the anchor ensemble of the college’s Advent Vespers which is attended by some 8,000 people each year.

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

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

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

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

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

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

submitted by johnsonm@augsburg.edu

Two Augsburg theater alums (Quinci Bachman ‘15 & Stephanie Lein Walseth ’00,) one soon-to-graduate theater major (Malick Ceesay,) & Augsburg Professor Emerita Martha Johnson are all part of the upcoming Full Circle Theater Company’s production of Suzan-Lori Parks’ 365 DAYS/PLAYS: A 2017 Remix at Penumbra Theater, St. Paul, from May 26 – June 11.

Martha Johnson directed an earlier version of this production with a student cast at Augsburg in 2012. Full Circle’s version will feature 6 directors (including Stephanie Lein Walseth, Harry Waters Jr., Rick Shiomi, Lara Trujillo, James Williams, and Martha Johnson) and a cast of 10 professional actors. Well-known African dancer Patricia Brown will choreograph. Quinci Bachman will serve as co-sound designer and stage manager. Malick Ceesay will be props designer and assistant stage manager.

For tickets: 365days365plays.bpt.me or 1-800-838-3006 or visit our website http://www.fullcircletheatermn.org. We hope you’ll come!

Full Circle Theater Company Website

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Einsteins is open from 7:30 a.m.-9 p.m., with the Late Night Menu starting at 7 p.m.

Nabo is open from 7:30 a.m.-8 p.m., with Hot Food starting at 10:30 a.m.

The Commons is open from 7:30 a.m.-7 p.m.
Breakfast 7:30-9:45 a.m.
Continental Breakfast 9:45-11 a.m.
Lunch 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Light Lunch 1:30-4:30 p.m.
Dinner 4:30-7 p.m.

All Food Service locations will be closing at 1:30 p.m. on Friday April 28.

The Commons will be closed during the month of May.
Nabo will be open from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. M-F with a limited menu during the month of May.
Einsteins will be open from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. M-F with a limited menu during the month of May.

submitted by petere@augsburg.edu

Want to have your voice heard? Want to win a Mini iPad? Go to the link below and fill out a survey about A’viands and your Food Service experiences on Campus. Your feedback will help us serve you better!

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/AugsburgSpring2017

submitted by dores@augsburg.edu

Applications are now open for the 2017-18 AugSTEM 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 (NSF DUE-1565060), 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 2017 (plan to graduate with STEM major from Augsburg by Fall 2019 or earlier).

– Major GPA of 3.0 or higher

– U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident

– Demonstrate financial need via FAFSA

Applications are due June 15, 2017.

AugSTEM Scholarship Information

AugSTEM Scholarship Information

submitted by wades@augsburg.edu

The Nursing Department is proud to announce that Kathleen Clark, Joyce Miller, Cheryl Leuning and Katherine Baumgartner’s collaborative article titled “The Citizen Nurse: An Educational Innovation for Change” has been published in the “Journal of Nursing Education,” Vol. 56, No. 4, 2017, Slack Incorporated. Please congratulate them on this accomplishment.

submitted by garvey@augsburg.edu

Thanks to A’viand’s food service for delicious food as students, staff and faculty served approximately 400 students at Late Night Breakfast on April 24. Thanks to the omelet crew, Carol Enke and Ted Nielson, and servers President Pribbenow, Abe Johnson, BK Kormah, Francesca Chiari, Aly Olson, Benjy Kent, Dianne Detloff, and Anthony Wilder. thanks to Sarah Griesse and Eric Pegues who welcomed students, and to Amanda Erdman, Gayle Smaller, and Carrie Noble for guiding students and managing the event.

submitted by dupont@augsburg.edu

Applications are now open for the 2017-18 AugSTEM 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 (NSF DUE-1565060), 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 2017 (plan to graduate with STEM major from Augsburg by Fall 2019 or earlier).

– Major GPA of 3.0 or higher

– U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident

– Demonstrate financial need via FAFSA

Applications are due June 15, 2017.

AugSTEM Scholarship Information

submitted by how@augsburg.edu

Members from across more than 3,000 U.S. universities and colleges are dedicated to extending a warm welcome to international students around the world. Do you want to show your support and build upon the coalition of welcoming campuses and organizations? If the answer is YES, we invite you to send a 2-3 minute video sharing Augsburg’s commitment to a diverse, supportive, and safe environment to all students. All submissions received by May 5 will also be entered into a drawing for a $300 travel certificate and one of two $50 Amazon gift cards.

Questions and video submissions can be sent to: Tracy How, 612-330-1359, how@augsburg.edu

P.S. For ideas, check out the #YouAreWelcomeHere to see what other universities and colleges have come up with.

submitted by brauer@augsburg.edu

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

HISTORY: The choir, now in its 84th year, is one of Augsburg’s oldest ongoing organizations. For the past 37 years, it has been the anchor ensemble of the college’s Advent Vespers which is attended by some 8,000 people each year.

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

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

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

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

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

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

submitted by bosst@augsburg.edu

The copy center will be moving to summer hours starting May 1.

Hours will be:

8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday – Friday

Hours and Locations

submitted by johnsod@augsburg.edu

Congratulations to Dianne Detloff, Administrative Assistant for the Center for Wellness and Counseling, and Janet Lestock, Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions, for receiving the March Auggie Pride Award. Their hard work and positive attitudes as they go above and beyond their expected duties are an inspiration to the community. Staff Senate admires the work they do everyday and are honored to award them both with this month’s Auggie Pride Award.

Read more about the winners on the Staff Senate website

submitted by petere@augsburg.edu

Einsteins is open from 7:30 a.m.-9 p.m., with the Late Night Menu starting at 7 p.m.

Nabo is open from 7:30 a.m.-8 p.m., with Hot Food starting at 10:30 a.m.

The Commons is open from 7:30 a.m.-7 p.m.
Breakfast 7:30-9:45 a.m.
Continental Breakfast 9:45-11 a.m.
Lunch 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Light Lunch 1:30-4:30 p.m.
Dinner 4:30-7 p.m.

All Food Service locations will be closing at 1:30 p.m. on Friday April 28.

The Commons will be closed during the month of May.
Nabo will be open from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. M-F with a limited menu during the month of May.
Einsteins will be open from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. M-F with a limited menu during the month of May.

submitted by ellisr@augsburg.edu

It’s a busy week, but please stop by the admissions office this week to say goodbye to Aaron Salasek, who was named the Director of Outreach and Admissions at Inver Hills Community College. Aaron’s last day is Friday, and he his contributions to Augsburg has been a major reason for our success. We wish Aaron well, and he promises to work closely with Augsburg in his new leadership position!

submitted by radford@augsburg.edu

As we gear up for the celebration and send off of our 2017 graduates for Commencement this Saturday, April 29, we are in strong need of more help at staffing the ceremonies.

Help is needed for the following:

-Adult Day/Graduate Studies Graduation: Saturday, April 29 from 2:00-5:30 p.m.
High Priority: NEED at least 6 more people as Usher/Ticket Taker

-Undergraduate Graduation: Saturday, April 29 from 8:00-11:30 a.m.
NEED at least 5 more people as Usher/Ticket Taker

*Ushers have the opportunity to see most of the ceremony.

To sign up for a shift, contact Katie Radford at radford@augsburg.edu or x1329.

If you cannot assist for these times but still want to help, email Katie. There may be some additional shifts to help with, including rehearsal on Thursday 4/27 and student line-up Saturday morning before the 10 a.m. ceremony.

We can use all hands on deck!

submitted by taveram@augsburg.edu

Naomi Farabee, McNair Scholars Assistant Director, is honored with the Rising Alumni Award from the U of M College of Education and Human Development.