submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
In this bonus episode of The Forum Podcast, Vannessa LeBoss & Craig Radford of Communication Service for the Deaf answer questions from listeners. We’re also excited to offer this podcast in video format!
Category: Teaching and Learning
Save the Date, The Forum’s 34th Annual Conference
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
Take the first steps towards tackling a inequities in a world of unknowns. Save the date for The Forum on Workplace Inclusions 34th annual conference, Solving for X: Tackling a Inequities in a World of Unknowns.
New — Forum Podcast: Tools to Support Young People of Color Into the Workplace
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
In this episode of The Forum Podcast, Dr. Jessica Isom explores specific strategies and tools to support young people of color transitioning into the workplace.
URGO Summer Research Info Sessions
submitted by raym@augsburg.edu
Hear from past researchers, learn how to write a strong application and find a faculty mentor!
The URGO Summer Research Program is an 11-week, on-campus program where undergraduate students are funded ($6,000 for full-time researchers) to conduct research or creative activities under the guidance of a faculty mentor they choose.
If you have any questions regarding the program or cannot make it to an info session and would like to learn more, please contact urgo@augsburg.edu.
November 17th and 18th, 5-6pm in Hagfors 301
Rangel Summer Enrichment Program in D.C. is Live
submitted by raym@augsburg.edu
The Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Summer Enrichment Program is a six-week summer program, held in Washington, DC, designed to provide undergraduate students with a deeper appreciation of current issues and trends in international affairs, a greater understanding of career opportunities in international affairs, and the enhanced knowledge and skills to pursue such careers. This program encourages the application of members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service, women, and those with financial need.
The Program has two major components: First, in order to enhance participants’ academic preparation to work in international affairs, the Program provides two courses and a seminar that focuses on enhancing knowledge and skills related to U.S. foreign policy, economics, and writing. In addition, in order to provide greater insight into the foreign policy-making process and international affairs careers, the Rangel Program introduces the participants to a wide range of government and non-government professionals who work on global issues and also arranges visits to various institutions involved in international affairs. The Program also helps students explore graduate school, scholarship, fellowship, internship, and professional options in international affairs.
Program Benefits:
The Program covers the costs for tuition, travel, housing, and two meals per day.
The Program provides a stipend for $3,300.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must be full-time undergraduate students, with at least sophomore status on the date of the application deadline.
Applicants must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale at the time of application.
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen.
Application deadline is February 15th, 2022
Contact urgo@augsburg.edu for application assistance
URGO Summer Research Info Sessions
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
Hear from past researchers, learn how to write a strong application and find a faculty mentor!
The URGO Summer Research Program is an 11-week, on-campus program where undergraduate students are funded ($6,000 for full-time researchers) to conduct research or creative activities under the guidance of a faculty mentor they choose.
If you have any questions regarding the program or cannot make it to an info session and would like to learn more, please contact urgo@augsburg.edu.
November 17th and 18th, 5-6pm in Hagfors 301
Rangel Summer Enrichment Program is Live
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
The Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Summer Enrichment Program is a six-week summer program, held in Washington, DC, designed to provide undergraduate students with a deeper appreciation of current issues and trends in international affairs, a greater understanding of career opportunities in international affairs, and the enhanced knowledge and skills to pursue such careers. This program encourages the application of members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service, women, and those with financial need.
The Program has two major components: First, in order to enhance participants’ academic preparation to work in international affairs, the Program provides two courses and a seminar that focuses on enhancing knowledge and skills related to U.S. foreign policy, economics, and writing. In addition, in order to provide greater insight into the foreign policy-making process and international affairs careers, the Rangel Program introduces the participants to a wide range of government and non-government professionals who work on global issues and also arranges visits to various institutions involved in international affairs. The Program also helps students explore graduate school, scholarship, fellowship, internship, and professional options in international affairs.
Program Benefits:
The Program covers the costs for tuition, travel, housing, and two meals per day.
The Program provides a stipend for $3,300.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must be full-time undergraduate students, with at least sophomore status on the date of the application deadline.
Applicants must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale at the time of application.
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen.
Application deadline is February 15th, 2022
Contact urgo@augsburg.edu for application assistance
Forum Podcast ep 79 Engaging Deaf Customers and Employees Continued
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
In this bonus episode of The Forum Podcast, Vannessa LeBoss & Craig Radford of Communication Service for the Deaf answer questions from listeners. We’re also excited to offer this podcast in video format!
ED Talk November 10, 2021: “Developing Student Agency with Problem-Based Learning”
submitted by greenj@augsburg.edu
Jacqui deVries, professor of history, and recipient of the 2021-2022 Distinguished Contribution in Teaching Award, will explore the concept of high-impact, integrative learning strategies aimed at developing student agency, and will share examples of their application in a project-based history course that works with external clients to develop local history walking tours.
CTL offers Ed Talks (based on the concept of TED Talks) before each faculty meeting from 3:10-3:30pm over Zoom (link provided below; Augsburg login required). This year’s theme is “The Future of the Professoriate at Augsburg”, and 2021-2022 Ed talks will be framed under this broad theme that speaks to our “new normal” and beyond.
Study Abroad with Augsburg in Mexico – Semester or Summer
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Center for Global Education and Experience in Mexico offers Auggies the opportunity to spend a semester or summer in Mexico with a focus on experiential-style learning, social justice, and community connections. Classes are small and personalized, and programs in Mexico are among the most affordable of all our programs abroad. Check out the options:
SEMESTER PROGRAMS:
~~Liberal Arts, Migration, and Social Change semester (fall or spring)
~~Communication and Media studies (fall only)
~~Social Work in a Latin American Context (spring only)
SUMMER PROGRAMS:
~~Spanish Language and Culture (all levels of Spanish available)
~~Medical Spanish and Clinical Observership (prerequisite: 3 semesters of college level Spanish, or through SPA212, or instructor’s permission, or native speaker of Spanish )
APPLY BY
~~November 1 – for spring semester programs
~~March 1 – for summer or fall semester programs
Rangel Summer Enrichment Program is Live
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
The Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Summer Enrichment Program is a six-week summer program, held in Washington, DC, designed to provide undergraduate students with a deeper appreciation of current issues and trends in international affairs, a greater understanding of career opportunities in international affairs, and the enhanced knowledge and skills to pursue such careers. This program encourages the application of members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service, women, and those with financial need.
The Program has two major components: First, in order to enhance participants’ academic preparation to work in international affairs, the Program provides two courses and a seminar that focuses on enhancing knowledge and skills related to U.S. foreign policy, economics, and writing. In addition, in order to provide greater insight into the foreign policy-making process and international affairs careers, the Rangel Program introduces the participants to a wide range of government and non-government professionals who work on global issues and also arranges visits to various institutions involved in international affairs. The Program also helps students explore graduate school, scholarship, fellowship, internship, and professional options in international affairs.
Program Benefits:
The Program covers the costs for tuition, travel, housing, and two meals per day.
The Program provides a stipend for $3,300.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must be full-time undergraduate students, with at least sophomore status on the date of the application deadline.
Applicants must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale at the time of application.
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen.
Application deadline is February 15th, 2022
Contact urgo@augsburg.edu for application assistance
URGO Summer Research Info Sessions
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
Hear from past researchers, learn how to write a strong application and find a faculty mentor!
The URGO Summer Research Program is an 11-week, on-campus program where undergraduate students are funded ($6,000 for full-time researchers) to conduct research or creative activities under the guidance of a faculty mentor they choose.
If you have any questions regarding the program or cannot make it to an info session and would like to learn more, please contact urgo@augsburg.edu.
November 17th and 18th, 5-6pm in Hagfors 301
ED Talk November 10, 2021: “Developing Student Agency with Problem-Based Learning”
submitted by greenj@augsburg.edu
Jacqui deVries, professor of history, and recipient of the 2021-2022 Distinguished Contribution in Teaching Award, will explore the concept of high-impact, integrative learning strategies aimed at developing student agency, and will share examples of their application in a project-based history course that works with external clients to develop local history walking tours.
CTL offers Ed Talks (based on the concept of TED Talks) before each faculty meeting from 3:10-3:30pm over Zoom (link provided below; Augsburg login required). This year’s theme is “The Future of the Professoriate at Augsburg”, and 2021-2022 Ed talks will be framed under this broad theme that speaks to our “new normal” and beyond.
New — Forum Podcast ep 79 Engaging Deaf Customers and Employees Continued
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
In this bonus episode of The Forum Podcast, Vannessa LeBoss & Craig Radford of Communication Service for the Deaf answer questions from listeners. We’re also excited to offer this podcast in video format!
ED Talk November 10, 2021: “Developing Student Agency with Problem-Based Learning”
submitted by greenj@augsburg.edu
Jacqui deVries, professor of history, and recipient of the 2021-2022 Distinguished Contribution in Teaching Award, will explore the concept of high-impact, integrative learning strategies aimed at developing student agency, and will share examples of their application in a project-based history course that works with external clients to develop local history walking tours.
CTL offers Ed Talks (based on the concept of TED Talks) before each faculty meeting from 3:10-3:30pm over Zoom (link provided below; Augsburg login required). This year’s theme is “The Future of the Professoriate at Augsburg”, and 2021-2022 Ed talks will be framed under this broad theme that speaks to our “new normal” and beyond.
Study Abroad with Augsburg in Central America or Southern Africa
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Center for Global Education and Experience in Central America and Southern Africa offer Auggies the opportunity to spend a transformative semester immersed in community abroad. With a small cohort of peers, you will engage with the courses, the places you visit, and the people you meet. These programs are perfect for students who enjoy experiential, hands-on learning. The programs listed below are available in both fall and spring semesters. You can use all your financial aid, receive an automatic $1500 Travel Grant, and you can apply for additional scholarships, too!
Check out the options:
CENTRAL AMERICA: Peace, Justice, and Community Engagement
~~three countries in one semester: Guatemala, Costa Rica, El Salvador
~~Courses in Spanish, Religion, History or Women’s & Gender Studies, and Political Science
~~Host family stays help you improve Spanish skills quickly
~~All courses in English, no Spanish knowledge required
SOUTHERN AFRICA: Nation Building and Decolonizing the Mind
~~travel to South Africa and Namibia in one semester, FREE airfare for Auggies in Spring 2022
~~courses in History, Political Science, Religion, Environmental Studies, Wellness
~~Internships available in a variety of fields
APPLY BY
~~November 1 – for spring semester programs
~~March 1 – for fall semester programs
Get more information about classes and costs, and apply online here
Study Abroad with Augsburg in Mexico – Semester or Summer
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Center for Global Education and Experience in Mexico offers Auggies the opportunity to spend a semester or summer in Mexico with a focus on experiential-style learning, social justice, and community connections. Classes are small and personalized, and programs in Mexico are among the most affordable of all our programs abroad. Check out the options:
SEMESTER PROGRAMS:
~~Liberal Arts, Migration, and Social Change semester (fall or spring)
~~Communication and Media studies (fall only)
~~Social Work in a Latin American Context (spring only)
SUMMER PROGRAMS:
~~Spanish Language and Culture (all levels of Spanish available)
~~Medical Spanish and Clinical Observership (prerequisite: 3 semesters of college level Spanish, or through SPA212, or instructor’s permission, or native speaker of Spanish )
APPLY BY
~~November 1 – for spring semester programs
~~March 1 – for summer or fall semester programs
Fellow Friday
submitted by robinson@augsburg.edu
How is the return to the not-so-normal classroom going? The pandemic is not over. Resilience is not a given, but we are all in this together and we need to get out of together. So, let’s get together and talk about it! Teaching staff and faculty are invited to join Bridget Robinson-Riegler, faculty member in the psychology department at 4:30 today to talk about the ups and downs of this not-so-normal year.
https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/93915792817?pwd=M3NYWHlkSGtIK2tQM3JwU1JKNjBPUT09
Forum Podcast Ep. 78: ERGs – An Untapped Resource Worthy of Your Investment
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
In this episode of The Forum Podcast, Graciela Meibar (Graciela Meibar Consulting) and Jane Hyun (Hyun & Associates) explore the value Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) bring to an organization like developing internal talent, providing insights on sensitive DEI matters, and more.
URGO Summer Research Info Sessions
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
Hear from past researchers, learn how to write a strong application and find a faculty mentor!
The URGO Summer Research Program is an 11-week, on-campus program where undergraduate students are funded ($6,000 for full-time researchers) to conduct research or creative activities under the guidance of a faculty mentor they choose.
If you have any questions regarding the program or cannot make it to an info session and would like to learn more, please contact urgo@augsburg.edu.
November 17th and 18th, 5-6pm in Hagfors 301
Rangel Summer Enrichment Program is Live
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
The Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Summer Enrichment Program is a six-week summer program, held in Washington, DC, designed to provide undergraduate students with a deeper appreciation of current issues and trends in international affairs, a greater understanding of career opportunities in international affairs, and the enhanced knowledge and skills to pursue such careers. This program encourages the application of members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service, women, and those with financial need.
The Program has two major components: First, in order to enhance participants’ academic preparation to work in international affairs, the Program provides two courses and a seminar that focuses on enhancing knowledge and skills related to U.S. foreign policy, economics, and writing. In addition, in order to provide greater insight into the foreign policy-making process and international affairs careers, the Rangel Program introduces the participants to a wide range of government and non-government professionals who work on global issues and also arranges visits to various institutions involved in international affairs. The Program also helps students explore graduate school, scholarship, fellowship, internship, and professional options in international affairs.
Program Benefits:
The Program covers the costs for tuition, travel, housing, and two meals per day.
The Program provides a stipend for $3,300.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must be full-time undergraduate students, with at least sophomore status on the date of the application deadline.
Applicants must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale at the time of application.
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen.
Application deadline is February 15th, 2022
Augsburg Is a 20-Year Top Producer of Gilman Scholars
submitted by dvorak@augsburg.edu
Augsburg University was recognized last week by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs for having produced the most Gilman recipients over the past 20 years in the “small institutions” category.
60 Augsburg students have used Gilman awards toward a study abroad experience since 2001!
This amazing accomplishment would not have been possible without the dedication of MANY people on campus to Gilman’s mission to make study abroad more accessible and inclusive. Special thanks to Leah Spinosa de Vega for recognizing the potential for Gilman winners at Augsburg so many years ago, and putting the building blocks in place. Thanks also to all the staff in the TRIO office for collaborating on workshops each semester and tirelessly identifying and encouraging great applicants. Their work to promote student success stories has helped more Auggies SEE themselves as a Gilman winner.
Especially during this pandemic time when many study abroad experiences have been interrupted and even Gilman awards were not available due to COVID, Augsburg staff and faculty can be proud that so many Auggies have had transformative experiences abroad thanks to Gilman scholarships.
Established in 2001, the U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program has provided scholarships to outstanding U.S. undergraduate students who, due to financial constraints, might not otherwise participate. Since the program’s inception, more than 34,000 Gilman Scholars have studied or interned in more than 155 countries.
ED Talk November 10, 2021: “Developing Student Agency with Problem-Based Learning”
submitted by greenj@augsburg.edu
Jacqui deVries, professor of history, and recipient of the 2021-2022 Distinguished Contribution in Teaching Award, will explore the concept of high-impact, integrative learning strategies aimed at developing student agency, and will share examples of their application in a project-based history course that works with external clients to develop local history walking tours.
CTL offers Ed Talks (based on the concept of TED Talks) before each faculty meeting from 3:10-3:30pm over Zoom (link provided below; Augsburg login required). This year’s theme is “The Future of the Professoriate at Augsburg”, and 2021-2022 Ed talks will be framed under this broad theme that speaks to our “new normal” and beyond.
Study Abroad with Augsburg in Central America or Southern Africa
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Center for Global Education and Experience in Central America and Southern Africa offer Auggies the opportunity to spend a transformative semester immersed in community abroad. With a small cohort of peers, you will engage with the courses, the places you visit, and the people you meet. These programs are perfect for students who enjoy experiential, hands-on learning. The programs listed below are available in both fall and spring semesters. You can use all your financial aid, receive an automatic $1500 Travel Grant, and you can apply for additional scholarships, too!
Check out the options:
CENTRAL AMERICA: Peace, Justice, and Community Engagement
~~three countries in one semester: Guatemala, Costa Rica, El Salvador
~~Courses in Spanish, Religion, History or Women’s & Gender Studies, and Political Science
~~Host family stays help you improve Spanish skills quickly
~~All courses in English, no Spanish knowledge required
SOUTHERN AFRICA: Nation Building and Decolonizing the Mind
~~travel to South Africa and Namibia in one semester, FREE airfare for Auggies in Spring 2022
~~courses in History, Political Science, Religion, Environmental Studies, Wellness
~~Internships available in a variety of fields
APPLY BY
~~November 1 – for spring semester programs
~~March 1 – for fall semester programs
Get more information about classes and costs, and apply online here
Study Abroad with Augsburg in Mexico – Semester or Summer
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Center for Global Education and Experience in Mexico offers Auggies the opportunity to spend a semester or summer in Mexico with a focus on experiential-style learning, social justice, and community connections. Classes are small and personalized, and programs in Mexico are among the most affordable of all our programs abroad. Check out the options:
SEMESTER PROGRAMS:
~~Liberal Arts, Migration, and Social Change semester (fall or spring)
~~Communication and Media studies (fall only)
~~Social Work in a Latin American Context (spring only)
SUMMER PROGRAMS:
~~Spanish Language and Culture (all levels of Spanish available)
~~Medical Spanish and Clinical Observership (prerequisite: 3 semesters of college level Spanish, or through SPA212, or instructor’s permission, or native speaker of Spanish )
APPLY BY
~~November 1 – for spring semester programs
~~March 1 – for summer or fall semester programs
Forum Podcast Ep. 78: ERGs – An Untapped Resource Worthy of Your Investment
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
In this episode of The Forum Podcast, Graciela Meibar (Graciela Meibar Consulting) and Jane Hyun (Hyun & Associates) explore the value Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) bring to an organization like developing internal talent, providing insights on sensitive DEI matters, and more.
Forum Podcast Ep. 78: ERGs – An Untapped Resource Worthy of Your Investment
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
In this episode of The Forum Podcast, Graciela Meibar (Graciela Meibar Consulting) and Jane Hyun (Hyun & Associates) explore the value Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) bring to an organization like developing internal talent, providing insights on sensitive DEI matters, and more.
Navigating the Sea Inside: Skills for Working with Emotions
submitted by kentjo@augsburg.edu
Join the CWC for a four part educational program to learn about the role of emotions in our lives and skills for working with them effectively.
Wednesdays 4:30 – 6:00
Starting November 3rd.
Contact CWC at 612-330-1707 or cwc@augsburg.edu
to register and for more information.
Earn Credits by Studying Abroad in Summer 2022
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Summer study abroad & away programs are a great way to earn credits, get off-campus, and do something different! Summer 2022 has several short program options, each with different course choices, and you only commit to 2-3 weeks of travel. All programs fulfil the Augsburg Experience requirement.
—————Apply to the following programs by January 31——————
****Community, Arts, and Culture in PUERTO RICO, USA
One course option: THR 295 – Art for Social Change, fulfills a Fine Arts requirement
****Economic Crisis, Small Business, and Ethics in GREECE
Choose one course: Business, Economics, and Ethics in the Greek context: BUS 495, ECO 495, or Keystone 490
****Innovation & Design in the NETHERLANDS: Past & Present
Choose one ART and one HIS course:
Innovation in the Netherlands – HIS 195 (fulfills Humanities requirement) or HIS 440 (upper elective)
and
Intro or Advanced Digital Photography – ART 133 (fulfills Fine Arts requirement) or ART 333
—————Apply for the following programs by March 1———————
****Music Therapy in SOUTH AFRICA
Choose one course: MUS 374 or 474 – Music Therapy Practicum
Grad student course options: MUS 511 and/or MUS 582
****Augsburg in MEXICO
+Spanish Language and Culture (all levels of Spanish available) – 4 study dates available during the summer
+Medical Spanish and Clinical Observership: June 8 – July 31 8 credits
Spanish 218: Spanish for Healthcare Professionals
SPA/INS 399: Clinical Observership (prerequisite: 3 semesters of college level Spanish, or through SPA212, or instructor’s permission, or native speaker of Spanish )
+Spanish for Ministry & Public Theology: June 8 – July 24 8 credits
SPA 111 Beginning Spanish I (4 credits) and
SPA 116 Beginning Spanish for Ministry (4 credits) upper level sections available for both classes.
Got questions? Get in touch: abroad@augsburg.edu, or stop by Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center
Forum Podcast Ep. 78: ERGs – An Untapped Resource Worthy of Your Investment
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
In this episode of The Forum Podcast, Graciela Meibar (Graciela Meibar Consulting) and Jane Hyun (Hyun & Associates) explore the value Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) bring to an organization like developing internal talent, providing insights on sensitive DEI matters, and more.
Augsburg Is a 20-Year Top Producer of Gilman Scholars
submitted by dvorak@augsburg.edu
Augsburg University was recognized last week by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs for being a top producer of Gilman Scholarship winners
over the last 20 years in the “small institutions” category.
60 Augsburg students have used Gilman awards toward a study abroad experience since 2001!
This amazing accomplishment would not have been possible without the dedication of MANY people on campus to Gilman’s mission to make study abroad more accessible and inclusive. Special thanks to Leah Spinosa de Vega for recognizing the potential for Gilman winners at Augsburg many years ago, and putting the building blocks in place. Thanks also to all the staff in the TRIO office for collaborating on workshops each semester and tirelessly identifying and encouraging great applicants. Their work to promote student success stories has helped more Auggies SEE themselves as a Gilman winner.
Even during this pandemic time when many study abroad experiences have been interrupted and even Gilman awards were not available due to COVID, Augsburg staff and faculty can be proud that so many Auggies have had transformative experiences abroad thanks to Gilman scholarships.
Established in 2001, the U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program has provided scholarships to outstanding U.S. undergraduate students who, due to financial constraints, might not otherwise participate. Since the program’s inception, more than 34,000 Gilman Scholars have studied or interned in more than 155 countries.
Earn Credits by Studying Abroad in Summer 2022
submitted by stoddard@augsburg.edu
Summer study abroad & away programs are a great way to earn credits, get off-campus, and do something different! Summer 2022 has several short program options, each with different course choices, and you only commit to 2-3 weeks of travel. All programs fulfil the Augsburg Experience requirement.
—————–Apply to the following programs by January 31——————–
****Community, Arts, and Culture in PUERTO RICO, USA
One course option: THR 295 – Art for Social Change, fulfills a Fine Arts requirement
****Economic Crisis, Small Business, and Ethics in GREECE
Choose one course: Business, Economics, and Ethics in the Greek context: BUS 495, ECO 495, or Keystone 490
****Innovation & Design in the NETHERLANDS: Past & Present
Choose one ART and one HIS course:
Innovation in the Netherlands – HIS 195 (fulfills Humanities requirement) or HIS 440 (upper elective)
and
Intro or Advanced Digital Photography – ART 133 (fulfills Fine Arts requirement) or ART 333
—————Apply for the following programs by March 1———————
****Music Therapy in SOUTH AFRICA
Choose one course: MUS 374 or 474 – Music Therapy Practicum
Grad student course options: MUS 511 and/or MUS 582
****Augsburg in MEXICO
+Spanish Language and Culture (all levels of Spanish available) – 4 study dates available during the summer
+Medical Spanish and Clinical Observership: June 8 – July 31 8 credits
Spanish 218: Spanish for Healthcare Professionals
SPA/INS 399: Clinical Observership (prerequisite: 3 semesters of college level Spanish, or through SPA212, or instructor’s permission, or native speaker of Spanish )
+Spanish for Ministry & Public Theology: June 8 – July 24 8 credits
SPA 111 Beginning Spanish I (4 credits) and
SPA 116 Beginning Spanish for Ministry (4 credits) upper level sections available for both classes.
Got questions? Get in touch: abroad@augsburg.edu, or stop by Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center
Study Abroad with Augsburg in Central America or Southern Africa
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Center for Global Education and Experience in Central America and Southern Africa offer Auggies the opportunity to spend a transformative semester immersed in community abroad. With a small cohort of peers, you will engage with the courses, the places you visit, and the people you meet. These programs are perfect for students who enjoy experiential, hands-on learning. The programs listed below are available in both fall and spring semesters. You can use all your financial aid, receive an automatic $1500 Travel Grant, and you can apply for additional scholarships, too!
Check out the options:
CENTRAL AMERICA: Peace, Justice, and Community Engagement
~~three countries in one semester: Guatemala, Costa Rica, El Salvador
~~Courses in Spanish, Religion, History or Women’s & Gender Studies, and Political Science
~~Host family stays help you improve Spanish skills quickly
~~All courses in English, no Spanish knowledge required
SOUTHERN AFRICA: Nation Building and Decolonizing the Mind
~~travel to South Africa and Namibia in one semester, FREE airfare for Auggies in Spring 2022
~~courses in History, Political Science, Religion, Environmental Studies, Wellness
~~Internships available in a variety of fields
APPLY BY
~~November 1 – for spring semester programs
~~March 1 – for fall semester programs
Get more information about classes and costs, and apply online here
Study Abroad with Augsburg in Mexico – Semester or Summer
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Center for Global Education and Experience in Mexico offers Auggies the opportunity to spend a semester or summer in Mexico with a focus on experiential-style learning, social justice, and community connections. Classes are small and personalized, and programs in Mexico are among the most affordable of all our programs abroad. Check out the options:
SEMESTER PROGRAMS:
~~Liberal Arts, Migration, and Social Change semester (fall or spring)
~~Communication and Media studies (fall only)
~~Social Work in a Latin American Context (spring only)
SUMMER PROGRAMS:
~~Spanish Language and Culture (all levels of Spanish available)
~~Medical Spanish and Clinical Observership (prerequisite: 3 semesters of college level Spanish, or through SPA212, or instructor’s permission, or native speaker of Spanish )
APPLY BY
~~November 1 – for spring semester programs
~~March 1 – for summer or fall semester programs
Forum Podcast Ep. 78: ERGs – An Untapped Resource Worthy of Your Investment
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
In this episode of The Forum Podcast, Graciela Meibar (Graciela Meibar Consulting) and Jane Hyun (Hyun & Associates) explore the value Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) bring to an organization like developing internal talent, providing insights on sensitive DEI matters, and more.
Fellowship Friday
submitted by robinson@augsburg.edu
How is the return to the not-so-normal classroom going? The pandemic is not over. Resilience is not a given, but we are all in this together and we need to get out of together. So, let’s get together and talk about it! Teaching staff and faculty join Bridget Robinson-Riegler, faculty member in the psychology department at 4:30 this Friday to talk about the ups and downs of this not-so-normal year. (Sorry if you came last week–something came up and I was unable to attend)
https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/93915792817?pwd=M3NYWHlkSGtIK2tQM3JwU1JKNjBPUT09
Earn Credits by Studying Abroad in Summer 2022
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Short-term study abroad & away programs in summer are a great way to earn credits, get off-campus, and do something a little different! Summer 2022 has several short program options, each with different course choices, and you only commit to 2-3 weeks of travel. All programs fulfil the Augsburg Experience requirement. Check them out!
****Community, Arts, and Culture in PUERTO RICO, USA
One course opton: THR 295 – Art for Social Change, fulfills a Fine Arts requirement
****Economic Crisis, Small Business, and Ethics in GREECE
Choose one course: Business, Economics, and Ethics in the Greek context: BUS 495, ECO 495, or Keystone 490
****Innovation & Design in the NETHERLANDS: Past & Present
Choose one ART and one HIS course:
Innovation in the Netherlands – HIS 195 (fulfills Humanities requirement) or HIS 440 (upper elective)
and
Intro or Advanced Digital Photography – ART 133 (fulfills Fine Arts requirement) or ART 333
****Music Therapy in SOUTH AFRICA
Choose one course: MUS 374 or 474 – Music Therapy Practicum
Grad student course options: MUS 511 and/or MUS 582
****Augsburg in MEXICO
Spanish language courses: beginner to advanced levels, as well as specialty courses in Medical Spanish and Spanish for Ministry
Applications for these programs are due January 31 — use the link below!
Got questions? Get in touch: abroad@augsburg.edu, or stop by Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center
Get all the details and apply online at the Center for Global Education & Experience website.
Study Abroad with Augsburg in Central America or Southern Africa
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Center for Global Education and Experience in Central America and Southern Africa offer Auggies the opportunity to spend a transformative semester immersed in community abroad. With a small cohort of peers, you will engage with the courses, the places you visit, and the people you meet. These programs are perfect for students who enjoy experiential, hands-on learning. The programs listed below are available in both fall and spring semesters. You can use all your financial aid, receive an automatic $1500 Travel Grant, and you can apply for additional scholarships, too!
Check out the options:
CENTRAL AMERICA: Peace, Justice, and Community Engagement
~~three countries in one semester: Guatemala, Costa Rica, El Salvador
~~Courses in Spanish, Religion, History or Women’s & Gender Studies, and Political Science
~~Host family stays help you improve Spanish skills quickly
~~All courses in English, no Spanish knowledge required
SOUTHERN AFRICA: Nation Building and Decolonizing the Mind
~~travel to South Africa and Namibia in one semester, FREE airfare for Auggies in Spring 2022
~~courses in History, Political Science, Religion, Environmental Studies, Wellness
~~Internships available in a variety of fields
APPLY BY
~~November 1 – for spring semester programs
~~March 1 – for fall semester programs
Get more information about classes and costs, and apply online here
Study Abroad with Augsburg in Mexico – Semester or Summer
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Center for Global Education and Experience in Mexico offers Auggies the opportunity to spend a semester or summer in Mexico with a focus on experiential-style learning, social justice, and community connections. Classes are small and personalized, and programs in Mexico are among the most affordable of all our programs abroad. Check out the options:
SEMESTER PROGRAMS:
~~Liberal Arts, Migration, and Social Change semester (fall or spring)
~~Communication and Media studies (fall only)
~~Social Work in a Latin American Context (spring only)
SUMMER PROGRAMS:
~~Spanish Language and Culture (all levels of Spanish available)
~~Medical Spanish and Clinical Observership (prerequisite: 3 semesters of college level Spanish, or through SPA212, or instructor’s permission, or native speaker of Spanish )
APPLY BY
~~November 1 – for spring semester programs
~~March 1 – for summer or fall semester programs
Forum Podcast Ep. 78: ERGs – An Untapped Resource Worthy of Your Investment
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
In this episode of The Forum Podcast, Graciela Meibar (Graciela Meibar Consulting) and Jane Hyun (Hyun & Associates) explore the value Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) bring to an organization like developing internal talent, providing insights on sensitive DEI matters, and more.
Earn Credits by Studying Abroad in Summer 2022
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Short-term study abroad & away programs in summer are a great way to earn credits, get off-campus, and do something a little different! Summer 2022 has several short program options, each with different course choices, and you only commit to 2-3 weeks of travel. All programs fulfil the Augsburg Experience requirement. Check them out!
****Community, Arts, and Culture in PUERTO RICO, USA
One course opton: THR 295 – Art for Social Change, fulfills a Fine Arts requirement
****Economic Crisis, Small Business, and Ethics in GREECE
Choose one course: Business, Economics, and Ethics in the Greek context: BUS 495, ECO 495, or Keystone 490
****Innovation & Design in the NETHERLANDS: Past & Present
Choose one ART and one HIS course:
Innovation in the Netherlands – HIS 195 (fulfills Humanities requirement) or HIS 440 (upper elective)
and
Intro or Advanced Digital Photography – ART 133 (fulfills Fine Arts requirement) or ART 333
****Music Therapy in SOUTH AFRICA
Choose one course: MUS 374 or 474 – Music Therapy Practicum
Grad student course options: MUS 511 and/or MUS 582
****Augsburg in MEXICO
+Spanish Language and Culture (all levels of Spanish available)
+Medical Spanish and Clinical Observership (prerequisite: 3 semesters of college level Spanish, or through SPA212, or instructor’s permission, or native speaker of Spanish )
Applications for these programs are due January 31 — use the link below!
Got questions? Get in touch: abroad@augsburg.edu, or stop by Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center
Forum Podcast Ep. 78: ERGs – An Untapped Resource Worthy of Your Investment
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
In this episode of The Forum Podcast, Graciela Meibar (Graciela Meibar Consulting) and Jane Hyun (Hyun & Associates) explore the value Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) bring to an organization like developing internal talent, providing insights on sensitive DEI matters, and more.
Short Study Away in NYC or Italy on Spring Break
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Did you know you can study off-campus on spring break!? Two spring semester programs have a travel component on spring break, with various course options for each, and both programs fulfills the Augsburg Experience requirement. Applications are due NOVEMBER 1
These programs are open to students in good standing:
****ISLAM IN THE USA, traveling to NYC … choose one course:
HIS 195 (Humanities credit) or RLN 205 (Search for Meaning II credit)
****WRITING LA DOLCE VITA: FOOD, CULTURE AND ART IN ITALY … choose 1 or 2 courses:
ENL 221 – Writing about Art and Popular Culture
ENL 324 –Creative Non-Fiction
HIS 170 — Food: A Global History, fulfills a Humanities requirement
HIS 440 — Topics: Food: A Global History
This program is FULL, but applications are being accepted for the Wait List
Got questions? Get in touch:
abroad@augsburg.edu, or stop by Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center
Get all the details and apply online at the Center for Global Education & Experience website.
Study Abroad with Augsburg in Mexico – Semester or Summer
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Center for Global Education and Experience in Mexico offers Auggies the opportunity to spend a semester or summer in Mexico with a focus on experiential-style learning, social justice, and community connections. Classes are small and personalized, and programs in Mexico are among the most affordable of all our programs abroad. Check out the options:
SEMESTER PROGRAMS:
~~Liberal Arts, Migration, and Social Change semester (fall or spring)
~~Communication and Media studies (fall only)
~~Social Work in a Latin American Context (spring only)
SUMMER PROGRAMS:
~~Spanish Language and Culture (all levels of Spanish available)
~~Medical Spanish and Clinical Observership (prerequisite: 3 semesters of college level Spanish, or through SPA212, or instructor’s permission, or native speaker of Spanish )
APPLY BY
~~November 1 – for spring semester programs
~~March 1 – for summer or fall semester programs
Forum Podcast Ep. 77: Interlocking Inequities: White Supremacy and Ableism
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
Alli Strong-Martin, MA (Lifeworks Services, Inc.) and Ashley Oolman (she/her) (Lifeworks Services, Inc.) lead listeners through a discussion about how ableism and white supremacy interlock to hinder inclusion.
Podcast Ep. 77: Interlocking Inequities: White Supremacy and Ableism
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
Alli Strong-Martin, MA (Lifeworks Services, Inc.) and Ashley Oolman (she/her) (Lifeworks Services, Inc.) lead listeners through a discussion about how ableism and white supremacy interlock to hinder inclusion.
Need Humanities or Search for Meaning II? Take it this Spring and Travel to NYC
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Sign up for the Islam in the USA program in spring semester and travel with the class to New York City on Spring break. You must apply via the Study Abroad & Away office by NOVEMBER 1
Program: ISLAM IN THE USA, traveling to NYC on spring break… choose ONE course:
HIS 195 (Humanities credit) or
RLN 205 (Search for Meaning II credit)
These classes meet most Tuesdays evenings on Zoom from 6 -9:30pm, with a week of experiential learning (guest speakers, walking tours, museum visits, and more) in New York City on Spring break.
This program also completes your AUGSBURG EXPERIENCE requirement!
Got questions? Get in touch:
abroad@augsburg.edu, or stop by Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center
Study Abroad with Augsburg in Central America or Southern Africa
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Center for Global Education and Experience in Central America and Southern Africa offer Auggies the opportunity to spend a transformative semester immersed in community abroad. With a small cohort of peers, you will engage with the courses, the places you visit, and the people you meet. These programs are perfect for students who enjoy experiential, hands-on learning. The programs listed below are available in both fall and spring semesters. You can use all your financial aid, receive an automatic $1500 Travel Grant, and you can apply for additional scholarships, too!
Check out the options:
CENTRAL AMERICA: Peace, Justice, and Community Engagement
~~three countries in one semester: Guatemala, Costa Rica, El Salvador
~~Courses in Spanish, Religion, History or Women’s & Gender Studies, and Political Science
~~Host family stays help you improve Spanish skills quickly
~~All courses in English, no Spanish knowledge required
SOUTHERN AFRICA: Nation Building and Decolonizing the Mind
~~travel to South Africa and Namibia in one semester, FREE airfare for Auggies in Spring 2022
~~courses in History, Political Science, Religion, Environmental Studies, Wellness
~~Internships available in a variety of fields
APPLY BY
~~November 1 – for spring semester programs
~~March 1 – for fall semester programs
Get more information about classes and costs, and apply online here
Podcast Ep. 77: Interlocking Inequities: White Supremacy and Ableism
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
Alli Strong-Martin, MA (Lifeworks Services, Inc.) and Ashley Oolman (she/her) (Lifeworks Services, Inc.) lead listeners through a discussion about how ableism and white supremacy interlock to hinder inclusion.
Fellowship Friday
submitted by robinson@augsburg.edu
How is the return to the not-so-normal classroom going? The pandemic is not over. Resilience is not a given, but we are all in this together and we need to get out of together. So, let’s get together and talk about it! Teaching faculty join Bridget Robinson-Riegler, faculty member in the psychology department at 4:30 on Friday to talk about the ups and downs of this not-so-normal year.
https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/93915792817?pwd=M3NYWHlkSGtIK2tQM3JwU1JKNjBPUT09
November 1 – Study Abroad and Away Deadline for Spring Programs
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
The following Study Abroad & Away programs have an application deadline on NOVEMBER 1:
~~Augsburg Study Centers in Mexico, Central America, and Southern Africa – semester programs.
~~Islam in the USA, New York City – spring semester courses with travel during spring break
~~Writing la Dolce Vita: Food, Art, and Culture in Italy – spring semester courses with travel during spring break NOTE: This program has filled, but applications are still being accepted and added to the Wait List.
Contact the study abroad office with any questions about the programs or your application progress: abroad@augsburg.edu
Get the program details here for the Augsburg Study Centers or Short-Term Programs here
Earn Credits by Studying Abroad in Summer 2022
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Short-term study abroad & away programs in summer are a great way to earn credits, get off-campus, and do something a little different! Summer 2022 has several short program options, each with different course choices, and you only commit to 2-3 weeks of travel. All programs fulfil the Augsburg Experience requirement. Check them out!
****Community, Arts, and Culture in PUERTO RICO, USA
One course opton: THR 295 – Art for Social Change, fulfills a Fine Arts requirement
****Economic Crisis, Small Business, and Ethics in GREECE
Choose one course: Business, Economics, and Ethics in the Greek context: BUS 495, ECO 495, or Keystone 490
****Innovation & Design in the NETHERLANDS: Past & Present
Choose one ART and one HIS course:
Innovation in the Netherlands – HIS 195 (fulfills Humanities requirement) or HIS 440 (upper elective)
and
Intro or Advanced Digital Photography – ART 133 (fulfills Fine Arts requirement) or ART 333
****Music Therapy in SOUTH AFRICA
Choose one course: MUS 374 or 474 – Music Therapy Practicum
Grad student course options: MUS 511 and/or MUS 582
****Augsburg in MEXICO
Spanish language courses: beginner to advanced levels, as well as specialty courses in Medical Spanish and Spanish for Ministry
Applications for these programs are due January 31 — use the link below!
Got questions? Get in touch: abroad@augsburg.edu, or stop by Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center
Get all the details and apply online at the Center for Global Education & Experience website.
Study Abroad with Augsburg in Central America or Southern Africa
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Center for Global Education and Experience in Central America and Southern Africa offer Auggies the opportunity to spend a transformative semester immersed in community abroad. With a small cohort of peers, you will engage with the courses, the places you visit, and the people you meet. These programs are perfect for students who enjoy experiential, hands-on learning. The programs listed below are available in both fall and spring semesters. You can use all your financial aid, receive an automatic $1500 Travel Grant, and you can apply for additional scholarships, too!
Check out the options:
CENTRAL AMERICA: Peace, Justice, and Community Engagement
~~three countries in one semester: Guatemala, Costa Rica, El Salvador
~~Courses in Spanish, Religion, History or Women’s & Gender Studies, and Political Science
~~Host family stays help you improve Spanish skills quickly
~~All courses in English, no Spanish knowledge required
SOUTHERN AFRICA: Nation Building and Decolonizing the Mind
~~travel to South Africa and Namibia in one semester, FREE airfare for Auggies in Spring 2022
~~courses in History, Political Science, Religion, Environmental Studies, Wellness
~~Internships available in a variety of fields
APPLY BY
~~November 1 – for spring semester programs
~~March 1 – for fall semester programs
Get more information about classes and costs, and apply online here
Study Abroad with Augsburg in Mexico – Semester or Summer
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Center for Global Education and Experience in Mexico offers Auggies the opportunity to spend a semester or summer in Mexico with a focus on experiential-style learning, social justice, and community connections. Classes are small and personalized, and programs in Mexico are among the most affordable of all our programs abroad. Check out the options:
SEMESTER PROGRAMS:
~~Liberal Arts, Migration, and Social Change semester (fall or spring)
~~Communication and Media studies (fall only)
~~Social Work in a Latin American Context (spring only)
SUMMER PROGRAMS:
~~Spanish Language and Culture (all levels of Spanish available)
~~Medical Spanish and Clinical Observership (prerequisite: 3 semesters of college level Spanish, or through SPA212, or instructor’s permission, or native speaker of Spanish )
APPLY BY
~~November 1 – for spring semester programs
~~March 1 – for summer or fall semester programs
Podcast Ep. 77: Interlocking Inequities: White Supremacy and Ableism
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
Alli Strong-Martin, MA (Lifeworks Services, Inc.) and Ashley Oolman (she/her) (Lifeworks Services, Inc.) lead listeners through a discussion about how ableism and white supremacy interlock to hinder inclusion.
Podcast Ep. 77: Interlocking Inequities: White Supremacy and Ableism
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
Alli Strong-Martin, MA (Lifeworks Services, Inc.) and Ashley Oolman (she/her) (Lifeworks Services, Inc.) lead listeners through a discussion about how ableism and white supremacy interlock to hinder inclusion.
Grant Funding Available for Faculty Video Captioning
submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu
Augsburg received a Governor’s Emergency Education Relief (GEER) Fund grant in 2020 and has set aside a portion of those funds to provide funding for the captioning of faculty course videos by CaptionSync. This is a temporary funding source and will be available until all funds are used.
You may caption videos you have recorded or YouTube videos you are using in your course that lack captions. The videos can be in English, Spanish, mixed Spanish/English, French or German. The grant application includes instructions on how the CaptionSync process works. The application is on the CTL grant application page https://sites.augsburg.edu/ctl/grants/grant-applications/
Study Abroad with Augsburg in Mexico – Semester or Summer
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Center for Global Education and Experience in Mexico offers Auggies the opportunity to spend a semester or summer in Mexico with a focus on experiential-style learning, social justice, and community connections. Classes are small and personalized, and programs in Mexico are among the most affordable of all our programs abroad. Check out the options:
SEMESTER PROGRAMS:
~~Liberal Arts, Migration, and Social Change semester (fall or spring)
~~Communication and Media studies (fall only)
~~Social Work in a Latin American Context (spring only)
SUMMER PROGRAMS:
~~Spanish Language and Culture (all levels of Spanish available)
~~Medical Spanish and Clinical Observership (prerequisite: 3 semesters of college level Spanish, or through SPA212, or instructor’s permission, or native speaker of Spanish )
APPLY BY
~~November 1 – for spring semester programs
~~March 1 – for summer or fall semester programs
Interfaith Ally Training for Today Cancelled
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
The Interfaith Ally Training scheduled for today has been cancelled. We will offer the in-person training on November 11. This workshop provides participants with the opportunity to learn about a wide range of faiths and ethical traditions including Native Spirituality, Judaism, Islam, Hybrid, Hinduism, Christianity, Buddhism and Atheism. Participants will hear the stories of community members from a variety of traditions and have the opportunity to learn through case studies. This workshop qualifies as an equity/inclusion event to help maintain good standing in the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program. The Interfaith Ally Workshop is a program of Interfaith at Augsburg and Campus Ministry.
For more information about this workshop, contact Fardosa Hassan at hassanf@augsburg.edu.
To register for the November 11 workshop, please fill in the Google Form below.
On Thursday, November 11 at 1:50- 3:30 pm, the training will be in person in the Marshall Room, Christensen Center.
Register for Interfaith Ally Training
TODAY: New/Newish Faculty Lunch Gathering
submitted by martinka@augsburg.edu
Take a break from eating your lunch at your desk. Instead, come socialize with other new/newish faculty. Bring your own lunch at Noon to the Quad. You can enjoy the beautiful weather while connecting with other faculty.
Interfaith Ally Workshops
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
The Interfaith Ally Training will be offered twice in Fall 2021, once online and once in person. This workshop provides participants with the opportunity to learn about a wide range of faiths and ethical traditions including Native Spirituality, Judaism, Islam, Hybrid, Hinduism, Christianity, Buddhism and Atheism. Participants will hear the stories of community members from a variety of traditions and have the opportunity to learn through case studies. This workshop qualifies as an equity/inclusion event to help maintain good standing in the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program. The Interfaith Ally Workshop is a program of Interfaith at Augsburg and Campus Ministry.
For more information about this workshop, contact Fardosa Hassan at hassanf@augsburg.edu.
To register for either workshop, please fill in the Google Form below.
To attend the Tuesday, October 19 at 1:50 – 3:30 pm Zoom training, please use this link:
Join Zoom Meeting https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/92916276471?pwd=b2l5bXA4RklTRlBQQmdqdndFM0UxUT09
Meeting ID: 929 1627 6471
Passcode: 529699
On Thursday, November 11 at 1:50- 3:30 pm, the training will be in person in the Marshall Room, Christensen Center.
November 1 – Study Abroad and Away Deadline for Spring Programs
submitted by stoddard@augsburg.edu
The following Study Abroad & Away programs have an application deadline on NOVEMBER 1:
~~Augsburg Study Centers in Mexico, Central America, and Southern Africa – semester programs
~~Islam in the USA, New York City – spring semester courses with travel during spring break
~~Writing la Dolce Vita: Food, Art, and Culture in Italy – spring semester courses with travel during spring break NOTE: This program has filled, but applications are still being accepted and added to the Wait List.
Contact the study abroad office with any questions about the programs or your application progress: abroad@augsburg.edu
Get the program details here for the Augsburg Study Centers or Short-Term Programs here
Fellowship Friday
submitted by robinson@augsburg.edu
How is the return to the not-so-normal classroom going? The pandemic is not over. Resilience is not a given, but we are all in this together and we need to get out of together. So, let’s get together and talk about it! Teaching staff and faculty join guest host Sarah Degner Riveros 4:30 today to talk about the ups and downs of this not-so-normal year.
https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/93915792817?pwd=M3NYWHlkSGtIK2tQM3JwU1JKNjBPUT09
Podcast Ep. 77: Interlocking Inequities: White Supremacy and Ableism
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
Alli Strong-Martin, MA (Lifeworks Services, Inc.) and Ashley Oolman (she/her) (Lifeworks Services, Inc.) lead listeners through a discussion about how ableism and white supremacy interlock to hinder inclusion.
Earn Credits by Studying Abroad in Summer 2022
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Short-term study abroad & away programs in summer are a great way to earn credits, get off-campus, and do something a little different! Summer 2022 has several short program options, each with different course choices, and you only commit to 2-3 weeks of travel. All programs fulfil the Augsburg Experience requirement. Check them out!
****Community, Arts, and Culture in PUERTO RICO, USA
One course opton: THR 295 – Art for Social Change, fulfills a Fine Arts requirement
****Economic Crisis, Small Business, and Ethics in GREECE
Choose one course: Business, Economics, and Ethics in the Greek context: BUS 495, ECO 495, or Keystone 490
****Innovation & Design in the NETHERLANDS: Past & Present
Choose one ART and one HIS course:
Innovation in the Netherlands – HIS 195 (fulfills Humanities requirement) or HIS 440 (upper elective)
and
Intro or Advanced Digital Photography – ART 133 (fulfills Fine Arts requirement) or ART 333
****Music Therapy in SOUTH AFRICA
Choose one course: MUS 374 or 474 – Music Therapy Practicum
Grad student course options: MUS 511 and/or MUS 582
****Augsburg in MEXICO
Spanish language courses: beginner to advanced levels, as well as specialty courses in Medical Spanish and Spanish for Ministry
Applications for these programs are due January 31 — use the link below!
Got questions? Get in touch: abroad@augsburg.edu, or stop by Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center
Get all the details and apply online at the Center for Global Education & Experience website.
Study Abroad with Augsburg in Mexico – Semester or Summer
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Center for Global Education and Experience in Mexico offers Auggies the opportunity to spend a semester or summer in Mexico with a focus on experiential-style learning, social justice, and community connections. Classes are small and personalized, and programs in Mexico are among the most affordable of all our programs abroad. Check out the options:
SEMESTER PROGRAMS:
~~Liberal Arts, Migration, and Social Change semester (fall or spring)
~~Communication and Media studies (fall only)
~~Social Work in a Latin American Context (spring only)
SUMMER PROGRAMS:
~~Spanish Language and Culture (all levels of Spanish available)
~~Medical Spanish and Clinical Observership (prerequisite: 3 semesters of college level Spanish, or through SPA212, or instructor’s permission, or native speaker of Spanish )
APPLY BY
~~November 1 – for spring semester programs
~~March 1 – for summer or fall semester programs
New — Podcast Ep. 77: Interlocking Inequities: White Supremacy and Ableism
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
Alli Strong-Martin, MA (Lifeworks Services, Inc.) and Ashley Oolman (she/her) (Lifeworks Services, Inc.) lead listeners through a discussion about how ableism and white supremacy interlock to hinder inclusion.
Interfaith Ally Workshops
submitted by dames@augsburg.edu
The Interfaith Ally Training will be offered twice in Fall 2021, once online and once in person. This workshop provides participants with the opportunity to learn about a wide range of faiths and ethical traditions including Native Spirituality, Judaism, Islam, Hybrid, Hinduism, Christianity, Buddhism and Atheism. Participants will hear the stories of community members from a variety of traditions and have the opportunity to learn through case studies. This workshop qualifies as an equity/inclusion event to help maintain good standing in the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program. The Interfaith Ally Workshop is a program of Interfaith at Augsburg and Campus Ministry.
For more information about this workshop, contact Fardosa Hassan at hassanf@augsburg.edu.
To register for either workshop, please fill in the Google Form below.
To attend the Tuesday, October 19 at 1:50 – 3:30 pm Zoom training, please use this link:
Join Zoom Meeting https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/92916276471?pwd=b2l5bXA4RklTRlBQQmdqdndFM0UxUT09
Meeting ID: 929 1627 6471
Passcode: 529699
On Thursday, November 11 at 1:50- 3:30 pm, the training will be in person in the Marshall Room, Christensen Center.
Send Your Research to Idun
submitted by bloomber@augsburg.edu
Idun https://idun.augsburg.edu is the institutional repository for Augsburg University. Our goal is to collect and make publicly available the research of the Augsburg community.
If you’ve published an article, we’d like to have a copy of it to evaluate for inclusion in Idun. We will check the publisher policies to find out if we can make it publicly available and then upload it. Idun is optimized for inclusion on Google Scholar and other search engines.
To submit one or more articles, just send the citation and a PDF or Word version of your article to bloomber@augsburg.edu
Study Abroad with Augsburg in Mexico – Semester or Summer
Submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Center for Global Education and Experience in Mexico offers Auggies the opportunity to spend a semester or summer in Mexico with a focus on experiential-style learning, social justice, and community connections. Classes are small and personalized, and programs in Mexico are among the most affordable of all our programs abroad. Check out the options:
SEMESTER PROGRAMS:
~~Liberal Arts, Migration, and Social Change semester (fall or spring)
~~Communication and Media studies (fall only)
~~Social Work in a Latin American Context (spring only)
SUMMER PROGRAMS:
~~Spanish Language and Culture (all levels of Spanish available)
~~Medical Spanish and Clinical Observership (prerequisite: 3 semesters of college level Spanish, or through SPA212, or instructor’s permission, or native speaker of Spanish )
APPLY BY
~~November 1 – for spring semester programs ~~March 1 – for summer or fall semester programs
Grant Funding Available for Faculty Video Captioning
submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu
Augsburg received a Governor’s Emergency Education Relief (GEER) Fund grant in 2020 and has set aside a portion of those funds to provide funding for the captioning of faculty course videos by CaptionSync. This is a temporary funding source and will be available until all funds are used.
You may caption videos you have recorded or YouTube videos you are using in your course that lack captions. The videos can be in English, Spanish, mixed Spanish/English, French or German. The grant application includes instructions on how the CaptionSync process works. The application is on the CTL grant application page https://sites.augsburg.edu/ctl/grants/grant-applications/
Forum Podcast ep 76 Using Innovative Simulation Strategies to Dismantle Systemic Racism Continued
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
In this special bonus episode of The Forum Podcast, Samreen Vora (Children’s Minnesota) and Brittany Dahlen (Children’s Minnesota) answer questions from listeners that attended our August 19, 2021 webinar Using Innovative Simulation Strategies to Dismantle Systemic Racism.
Earn Credits by Studying Abroad in Summer 2022
Submitted by stoddard@augsburg.edu
Short-term study abroad & away programs in summer are a great way to earn credits, get off-campus, and do something a little different! Summer 2022 has several short program options, each with different course choices, and you only commit to 2-3 weeks of travel. All programs fulfil the Augsburg Experience requirement. Check them out!
****Community, Arts, and Culture in PUERTO RICO, USA One course option: THR 295 – Art for Social Change, fulfills a Fine Arts requirement
****Economic Crisis, Small Business, and Ethics in GREECE Choose one course: Business, Economics, and Ethics in the Greek context: BUS 495, ECO 495, or Keystone 490
****Innovation & Design in the NETHERLANDS: Past & Present Choose one ART and one HIS course: –Innovation in the Netherlands – HIS 195 (fulfills Humanities requirement) or HIS 440 (upper elective) and –Intro or Advanced Digital Photography – ART 133 (fulfills Fine Arts requirement) or ART 333
****Music Therapy in SOUTH AFRICA Choose one course: MUS 374 or 474 – Music Therapy Practicum Grad student course options: MUS 511 and/or MUS 582
****Augsburg in MEXICO Spanish language courses: beginner to advanced levels, as well as specialty courses in Medical Spanish and Spanish for Ministry Applications for these programs are due January 31 — use the link below!
Got questions? Get in touch: abroad@augsburg.edu, or stop by Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center
November 1 – Study Abroad and Away Deadline for Spring Programs
submitted by stoddard@augsburg.edu
The following Study Abroad & Away programs have an application deadline on NOVEMBER 1
–Islam in the USA, New York City – spring semester courses with travel during spring break
–Writing la Dolce Vita: Food, Art, and Culture in Italy – spring semester courses with travel during spring break
–Augsburg Study Centers in Mexico, Central America, and Southern Africa – semester programs.
Contact the study abroad office with any questions about the programs or your application progress: abroad@augsburg.edu
Get the program details here for the Augsburg Study Centers or Short-Term Programs here
Grant Funding Available for Faculty Video Captioning
submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu
Augsburg received a Governor’s Emergency Education Relief (GEER) Fund grant in 2020 and has set aside a portion of those funds to provide funding for the captioning of faculty course videos by CaptionSync. This is a temporary funding source and will be available until all funds are used.
You may caption videos you have recorded or YouTube videos you are using in your course that lack captions. The videos can be in English, Spanish, mixed Spanish/English, French or German. The grant application includes instructions on how the CaptionSync process works. The application is on the CTL grant application page https://sites.augsburg.edu/ctl/grants/grant-applications/
Forum Podcast ep. 76 Using Innovative Simulation Strategies to Dismantle Systemic Racism Continued
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
In this special bonus episode of The Forum Podcast, Samreen Vora (Children’s Minnesota) and Brittany Dahlen (Children’s Minnesota) answer questions from listeners that attended our August 19, 2021 webinar Using Innovative Simulation Strategies to Dismantle Systemic Racism.
Study Abroad with Augsburg in Mexico – Semester or Summer
Augsburg Center for Global Education and Experience in Mexico offers Auggies the opportunity to spend a semester or summer in Mexico with a focus on experiential-style learning, social justice, and community connections. Classes are small and personalized, and programs in Mexico are among the most affordable of all our programs abroad. Check out the options:
SEMESTER PROGRAMS:
~~Liberal Arts, Migration, and Social Change semester (fall or spring)
~~Communication and Media studies (fall only)
~~Social Work in a Latin American Context (spring only) SUMMER PROGRAMS:
~~Spanish Language and Culture (all levels of Spanish available)
~~Medical Spanish and Clinical Observership (upper level Spanish required)
APPLY BY
~~November 1 – for spring semester programs
~~March 1 – for summer or fall semester programs
Forum Podcast ep 76 Using Innovative Simulation Strategies to Dismantle Systemic Racism Continued
Submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
n this special bonus episode of The Forum Podcast, Samreen Vora (Children’s Minnesota) and Brittany Dahlen (Children’s Minnesota) answer questions from listeners that attended our August 19, 2021 webinar Using Innovative Simulation Strategies to Dismantle Systemic Racism.
https://forumworkplaceinclusion.org/p76/
Grant Funding Available for Faculty Video Captioning
submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu
Augsburg received a Governor’s Emergency Education Relief (GEER) Fund grant in 2020 and has set aside a portion of those funds to provide funding for the captioning of faculty course videos by CaptionSync. This is a temporary funding source and will be available until all funds are used.
You may caption videos you have recorded or YouTube videos you are using in your course that lack captions. The grant application includes instructions on how the CaptionSync process works. The application is on the CTL grant application page https://sites.augsburg.edu/ctl/grants/grant-applications/
Forum Webinar Identifying and Eliminating Systemic Barriers to Employment for Immigrants and Refugees
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
When: October 21, 2021 11:00 am – 12:00 pm CDT
Level: Introductory
Track: Critical Employment Practices
Presenters: Lynn Thompson, Hospitality Career Pathway | Scarlett Xiong, Hospitality Career Pathway
Cost: Free
Participants will be able to identify the unique barriers that immigrants and refugees face in employment. Learn creative and innovative ways the International Institute has found to address these barriers and help immigrants and refugees overcome them. Hear from employer partners who have benefited from trained employees as well as get a glimpse at the curriculum and employment navigation tools utilized in helping immigrants and refugees overcome barriers in order to achieve their dreams and goals. Finally, participants will be introduced to program participants who have benefited from the Hospitality Career Pathway.
Learning Outcomes
Identify barriers to employment for Immigrants and Refugees
Recognize the importance of employer partnerships in employment navigation
Understand the importance of a holistic approach to employment navigation
Summer Language Study with Critical Language Scholarship
submitted by raym@augsburg.edu
The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program is a fully-funded eight to ten week language and cultural immersion program abroad in which students receive eight credits of intensive language instruction in less-commonly taught languages, as well as structured cultural enrichment experiences designed to promote rapid language gains. CLS is part of a US State Department initiative to expand the number of Americans studying and mastering foreign languages critical to national security and economic prosperity. There are fifteen languages that applicants can select from.
The CLS Program seeks participants with diverse interests, and from a wide range of fields of study and career paths. Competitive applicants will need to be able to illustrate a commitment to language learning, a very strong academic record and potential to succeed in a rigorous academic setting, and ability to adapt to an intensive program and challenging cultural environment.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Languages with no previous study required: Azerbaijani Bangla Hindi Indonesian Persian Punjabi Swahili Turkish Urdu
Languages with one year prior study required: Arabic Korean Portuguese Russian
Languages with two years prior study required: Chinese Japanese
The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS. Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 8th.
Fellowship Friday
submitted by robinson@augsburg.edu
How is the return to the not-so-normal classroom going? The pandemic is not over. Resilience is not a given, but we are all in this together and we need to get out of together. So, let’s get together and talk about it! Teaching staff and faculty join Bridget Robinson-Riegler, faculty member in the psychology department at 4:30 today to talk about the ups and downs of this not-so-normal year.
https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/93915792817?pwd=M3NYWHlkSGtIK2tQM3JwU1JKNjBPUT09
Study Abroad with Augsburg in Mexico – Semester or Summer
Submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
ugsburg Center for Global Education and Experience in Mexico offers Auggies the opportunity to spend a semester or summer in Mexico with a focus on experiential-style learning, social justice, and community connections. Classes are small and personalized, and programs in Mexico are among the most affordable of all our programs abroad. Check out the options:
SEMESTER PROGRAMS:
~~Liberal Arts, Migration, and Social Change semester (fall or spring)
~~Communication and Media studies (fall only) ~~Social Work in a Latin American Context (spring only)
SUMMER PROGRAMS:
~~Spanish Language and Culture (all levels of Spanish available)
~~Medical Spanish and Clinical Observership (upper level Spanish required)
APPLY BY
~~November 1 – for spring semester programs ~~March 1 – for summer or fall semester programs
Summer Language Study with Critical Language Scholarship
Submitted by raym@augsburg.edu
The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program is a fully-funded eight to ten week language and cultural immersion program abroad in which students receive eight credits of intensive language instruction in less-commonly taught languages, as well as structured cultural enrichment experiences designed to promote rapid language gains. CLS is part of a US State Department initiative to expand the number of Americans studying and mastering foreign languages critical to national security and economic prosperity. There are fifteen languages that applicants can select from.
The CLS Program seeks participants with diverse interests, and from a wide range of fields of study and career paths. Competitive applicants will need to be able to illustrate a commitment to language learning, a very strong academic record and potential to succeed in a rigorous academic setting, and ability to adapt to an intensive program and challenging cultural environment.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Languages with no previous study required: Azerbaijani Bangla Hindi Indonesian Persian Punjabi Swahili Turkish Urdu
Languages with one year prior study required: Arabic Korean Portuguese Russian
Languages with two years prior study required: Chinese Japanese
The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS. Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 8th.
CLS Websitehttps://clscholarship.org/
Earn Credits by Studying Abroad in Summer 2022
Submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
It’s not too early to plan for summer. Short-term study abroad away programs programs in summer are a great way to earn credits, and have a unique, off-campus experience at the same time. Summer 2022 has several opportunities, each with different course options and locations, and only travels about 2-3 weeks. Check them out!
**Community, Arts, and Culture in PUERTO RICO, U.S.A.
**Economic Crisis, Small Business, and Ethics in GREECE
**Innovation & Design in the NETHERLANDS: Past & Present
**Music Therapy in SOUTH AFRICA Applications for these programs are due January 31 — use the link below!
Got questions? Get in touch: abroad@augsburg.edu, or stop by Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center
Get all the details and apply online at the Center for Global Education & Experience website.
ArcGIS Prebuilt Free Lessons
submitted by wetterer@augsburg.edu
Did you know ArcGIS has prebuilt lessons you can use in the classroom? Teach with GIS is designed for educators with little-to-no GIS experience who want to add interactive tools to enhance teaching and learning across the curriculum. These prebuilt lessons can challenge students’ critical thinking, spatial thinking, and data analysis skills. These guided interactive learning applications give students the chance to work with maps and data on their own. Explore the lesson gallery (filter for ArcGIS Online). Select exercises that fit the experience-level and subject matter of your class. All of the lessons are free to download and share.
Teach with GIS / prebuilt lessons / Explore the lesson gallery
Grant Funding Available for Faculty Video Captioning
submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu
Augsburg received a Governor’s Emergency Education Relief (GEER) Fund grant in 2020 and has set aside a portion of those funds to provide funding for the captioning of faculty course videos by CaptionSync. This is a temporary funding source and will be available until all funds are used.
You may caption videos you have recorded or YouTube videos you are using in your course that lack captions. The grant application includes instructions on how the CaptionSync process works. The application is on the CTL grant application page https://sites.augsburg.edu/ctl/grants/grant-applications/
Fellowship Friday
submitted by robinson@augsburg.edu
How is the return to the not-so-normal classroom going? The pandemic is not over. Resilience is not a given, but we are all in this together and we need to get out of together. So, let’s get together and talk about it! Teaching staff and faculty join Bridget Robinson-Riegler, faculty member in the psychology department at 4:30 this Friday to talk about the ups and downs of this not-so-normal year.
https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/93915792817?pwd=M3NYWHlkSGtIK2tQM3JwU1JKNjBPUT09
Study Abroad with Augsburg in Central America or Southern Africa
Submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Center for Global Education and Experience in Central America and Southern Africa offer Auggies the opportunity to spend a transformative semester immersed in community abroad. With a small cohort of peers, you will engage with the courses, the places you visit, and the people you meet. These programs are perfect for students who enjoy experiential, hands-on learning. The programs listed below are available in both fall and spring semesters. You can use all your financial aid, receive an automatic $1500 Travel Grant, and you can apply for additional scholarships, too!
Check out the options: CENTRAL AMERICA: Peace, Justice, and Community Engagement ~~three countries in one semester: Guatemala, Costa Rica, El Salvador ~~Courses in Spanish, Religion, History or Women’s & Gender Studies, and Political Science ~~Host family stays help you improve Spanish skills quickly ~~All courses in English, no Spanish knowledge required
SOUTHERN AFRICA: Nation Building and Decolonizing the Mind ~~travel to South Africa and Namibia in one semester ~~courses in History, Political Science, Religion, Environmental Studies, Wellness ~~Internships available in a variety of fields
APPLY BY ~~November 1 – for spring semester programs ~~March 1 – for fall semester programs
Get more information about classes and costs, and apply online here
TOMORROW Morning: New Faculty Gathering
submitted by martinka@augsburg.edu
On Thursday October 7th, 2021, new and early career faculty are invited to meet at 8:30 AM at Einstein Bro Bagels in the Christensen Center for an informal social gathering.
Summer Language Study with Critical Language Scholarship
submitted by raym@augsburg.edu
The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program is a fully-funded eight to ten week language and cultural immersion program abroad in which students receive eight credits of intensive language instruction in less-commonly taught languages, as well as structured cultural enrichment experiences designed to promote rapid language gains. CLS is part of a US State Department initiative to expand the number of Americans studying and mastering foreign languages critical to national security and economic prosperity. There are fifteen languages that applicants can select from.
The CLS Program seeks participants with diverse interests, and from a wide range of fields of study and career paths. Competitive applicants will need to be able to illustrate a commitment to language learning, a very strong academic record and potential to succeed in a rigorous academic setting, and ability to adapt to an intensive program and challenging cultural environment. Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Languages with no previous study required:
Azerbaijani
Bangla
Hindi
Indonesian
Persian
Punjabi
Swahili
Turkish
Urdu
Languages with one year prior study required:
Arabic
Korean
Portuguese
Russian
Languages with two years prior study required:
Chinese
Japanese
The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS. Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 8th.
Earn Credits by Studying Abroad in Summer 2022
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Short-term study abroad & away programs in summer are a great way to earn credits, get off-campus, and do something a little different! Summer 2022 has several short program options, each with different course choices, and you only commit to 2-3 weeks of travel. All programs fulfil the Augsburg Experience requirement. Check them out!
****Community, Arts, and Culture in PUERTO RICO, USA
One course opton: THR 295 – Art for Social Change, fulfills a Fine Arts requirement
****Economic Crisis, Small Business, and Ethics in GREECE
Choose one course: Business, Economics, and Ethics in the Greek context: BUS 495, ECO 495, or Keystone 490
****Innovation & Design in the NETHERLANDS: Past & Present
Choose one ART and one HIS course:
Innovation in the Netherlands – HIS 195 (fulfills Humanities requirement) or HIS 440 (upper elective)
and
Intro or Advanced Digital Photography – ART 133 (fulfills Fine Arts requirement) or ART 333
****Music Therapy in SOUTH AFRICA
Choose one course: MUS 374 or 474 – Music Therapy Practicum
Grad student course options: MUS 511 and/or MUS 582
****Augsburg in MEXICO
Spanish language courses: beginner to advanced levels, as well as specialty courses in Medical Spanish and Spanish for Ministry
Applications for these programs are due January 31 — use the link below!
Got questions? Get in touch: abroad@augsburg.edu, or stop by Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center
Study Abroad with Augsburg in Mexico – Semester or Summer
submitted by hildena@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Center for Global Education and Experience in Mexico offers Auggies the opportunity to spend a semester or summer in Mexico with a focus on experiential-style learning, social justice, and community connections. Classes are small and personalized, and programs in Mexico are among the most affordable of all our programs abroad. Check out the options:
SEMESTER PROGRAMS:
~~Liberal Arts, Migration, and Social Change semester (fall or spring)
~~Communication and Media studies (fall only)
~~Social Work in a Latin American Context (spring only)
SUMMER PROGRAMS:
~~Spanish Language and Culture (all levels of Spanish available)
~~Medical Spanish and Clinical Observership (upper level Spanish required)
APPLY BY
~~November 1 – for spring semester programs
~~March 1 – for summer or fall semester programs
Forum Podcast ep 76 Using Innovative Simulation Strategies to Dismantle Systemic Racism Continued
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
In this special bonus episode of The Forum Podcast, Samreen Vora (Children’s Minnesota) and Brittany Dahlen (Children’s Minnesota) answer questions from listeners that attended our August 19, 2021 webinar Using Innovative Simulation Strategies to Dismantle Systemic Racism.
Summer Language Study with Critical Language Scholarship
submitted by raym@augsburg.edu
The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program is a fully-funded eight to ten week language and cultural immersion program abroad in which students receive eight credits of intensive language instruction in less-commonly taught languages, as well as structured cultural enrichment experiences designed to promote rapid language gains. CLS is part of a US State Department initiative to expand the number of Americans studying and mastering foreign languages critical to national security and economic prosperity. There are fifteen languages that applicants can select from.
The CLS Program seeks participants with diverse interests, and from a wide range of fields of study and career paths. Competitive applicants will need to be able to illustrate a commitment to language learning, a very strong academic record and potential to succeed in a rigorous academic setting, and ability to adapt to an intensive program and challenging cultural environment. Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Languages with no previous study required:
Azerbaijani
Bangla
Hindi
Indonesian
Persian
Punjabi
Swahili
Turkish
Urdu
Languages with one year prior study required:
Arabic
Korean
Portuguese
Russian
Languages with two years prior study required:
Chinese
Japanese
The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS. Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 8th.
Summer Language Study with Critical Language Scholarship
submitted by kipper@augsburg.edu
The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program is a fully-funded eight to ten week language and cultural immersion program abroad in which students receive eight credits of intensive language instruction in less-commonly taught languages, as well as structured cultural enrichment experiences designed to promote rapid language gains. CLS is part of a US State Department initiative to expand the number of Americans studying and mastering foreign languages critical to national security and economic prosperity. There are fifteen languages that applicants can select from.
The CLS Program seeks participants with diverse interests, and from a wide range of fields of study and career paths. Competitive applicants will need to be able to illustrate a commitment to language learning, a very strong academic record and potential to succeed in a rigorous academic setting, and ability to adapt to an intensive program and challenging cultural environment. Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Languages with no previous study required:
Azerbaijani
Bangla
Hindi
Indonesian
Persian
Punjabi
Swahili
Turkish
Urdu
Languages with one year prior study required:
Arabic
Korean
Portuguese
Russian
Languages with two years prior study required:
Chinese
Japanese
The URGO office provides advising and application support for CLS. Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu (reference CLS) to set up an appointment before October 8th.
A Liberated Love Note – For Black Folks in DEI When “Doin’ The Work” No Longer Feels Like Enough
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
In this episode of The Forum Podcast, Brittany J. Harris (also known as Brittany Janay) shares a thoughtful note of affirmation and loving accountability to Black folks working in DEI. The toll of working in DEI while Black is well documented and there are not many spaces that center the healing and nurturing that this toll calls for—particularly as Black practitioners work to dismantle the very same systems they too are impacted by.
Forum Podcast ep 76 Using Innovative Simulation Strategies to Dismantle Systemic Racism Continued
submitted by gocmen@augsburg.edu
In this special bonus episode of The Forum Podcast, Samreen Vora (Children’s Minnesota) and Brittany Dahlen (Children’s Minnesota) answer questions from listeners that attended our August 19, 2021 webinar Using Innovative Simulation Strategies to Dismantle Systemic Racism.
Paid Summer Program to Study Public Policy
submitted by pearsong@augsburg.edu
Public Policy and International Affairs (PPIA) Junior Summer Institute is an intensive seven-week summer program that focuses on preparing students for careers as policy professionals, public administrators and other leadership roles in public service. The program was started to address the lack of diversity across the spectrum of professional public service, including government, nonprofits, public policy institutions, and international organizations. The purpose of the JSI Fellowship is to prepare students to obtain a Master’s or joint degree, in public policy, public administration, international affairs, or a related field.
Selected participants spend the summer at one of six participating universities (University of Minnesota, Berkeley, Carnegie Mellon, Princeton, University of Washington or University of Michigan) where they take courses, learn from top leaders in the field and build their professional skills. Students must have junior or senior status and be planning to graduate between December 2022 and August 2023. To be competitive for this opportunity, students should have a 3.5 GPA or above. There is no cost to attend and participants receive a stipend.
Contact URGO at urgo@augsburg.edu and reference your interest in PPIA before October 1 to set up a meeting to learn more.