Augsburg University News and Announcements
submitted by kochavej@augsburg.edu
Stop by to learn about pharmacy career options and admissions with Bruce Benson from the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy.
Thursday, November 15
8:30am – 11:30am
Hagfors 328 (Chemistry suite)
For more information please contact Catherina Kipper
kipper@augsburg.edu
submitted by kochavej@augsburg.edu
The Mayo Clinic seeks applicants for its 2019 summer undergraduate research program in biomedical ethics. This program is highly competitive and 3-6 students will be selected. Each student will be placed with a faculty mentor for approximately 10 weeks. Students will participate in educational session on bioethics research and lunch meetings with faculty.
Interested applicants should apply to job posting 103572BR: Bioethics Intern on the Mayo Clinic jobs website (http://www.mayoclinic.org/jobs ) by January 11, 2019.
Candidates must attach the following to the online application:
1. Cover letter describing your careers goals & how bioethics research relates to those goals
2. Resume/CV including your major, relevant coursework, honors, and related experiences
3. 5-10 page writing sample (such as a course paper), preferably on a topic in bioethics
4. Current college transcript
5. Two letters of recommendation from research mentors or professors
For further information, please contact Catherina Kipper at kipper@augsburg.edu.
submitted by kochavej@augsburg.edu
The Mayo Clinic seeks applicants for a one-year, 2019-2020 academic year, post-baccalaureate research experience in empirical biomedical ethics as part of the Mayo Clinic Graduate Research Employment Program (GREP). GREP is designed for individuals who plan to attend graduate or medical school and must receive their bachelor’s degree before the position starts.
Interested applicants should email the following materials to bioethics@mayo.edu by March 15, 2019:
1. Cover letter describing your careers goals and how biomedical ethics research relates to those plans
2. Resume/CV including your major, relevant coursework, honors, and related experiences
3. 5-10 page writing sample (such as a course paper), preferably on a topic in bioethics
4. Current college transcript
5. Two letters of recommendation from research mentors or professors. Letters should be sent directly to Dr. Richard Sharp, Program Director, by the recommender.
For further information, please contact Catherina Kipper at kipper@augsburg.edu.
submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu
On Wednesday, November 7th from 3:20-3:35, Katie Bishop will give a talk about the impact of class status for students navigating higher education. She will focus on specific student outcomes and offer suggestions for supporting students in the classroom.
EdTalks are the perfect way to get inspired just before the monthly faculty meetings. Grab your coffee and come for this important discussion.
As always, please visit the CTL website for more about the pre-faculty meeting EdTalks and other CTL events.
submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu
Monday, November 12th come for lunch and to hear Professor Christiansen discuss “Bodies in Motion” and “Batteries with Flesh.” RSVP Now. Food will be provided.
Monday, November 12th
11:10 am – 12:20 pm
Marshall Room
submitted by mangana@augsburg.edu
The Honors Knitting class will be back this coming spring semester! You do NOT have to be in the honors program to be in this class. It is 2 credits and lots of fun!
submitted by kundell@augsburg.edu
Each year URGO offers $1,000 research grants for undergraduates who wish to gain research experience with an Augsburg faculty member. These grants require 100 hours of research over the course of the academic year and are a great way to ease into research or to continue work on an existing project.
The application is available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo) at the “on-campus research” page. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so student-faculty research teams are encouraged to submit proposals in the fall. The URGO Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly and will begin reviewing proposals September 10th.
If you have any questions about undergraduate research opportunities, please contact Kirsten O’Brien at obrienk@augsburg.edu or x1446
submitted by kundell@augsburg.edu
URGO offers up to $850 in travel funding for Augsburg undergraduates who have been accepted to present research at a professional conference. These funds can mitigate the high costs of travel such as airfare and lodging, and can contribute to students’ professionalization.
The application is available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo) at the “conference travel” page. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so students are encouraged to work with their research mentor to submit a travel application as soon as possible after receiving acceptance to a conference. The URGO Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly throughout the school year and will begin reviewing applications September 10th.
If you have any questions about undergraduate conference travel opportunities, please contact Kirsten O’Brien at obrienk@augsburg.edu or x1446.
submitted by matz@augsburg.edu
Beginning with the current registration period, all Computer Science (CSC) courses will be listed in the Records & Registration system under the broader department heading of Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science. This move was brought about by the recent merger of the Mathematics & Statistics and Computer Science Departments.
submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu
RSVP NOW to enjoy a “Speaking of Scholarship” talk with Professor Christiansen. Faculty and Staff are invited to eat lunch while he discusses “Bodies in Motion” and “Batteries with Flesh.” Food will be provided.
Monday, November 12th
11:10 am – 12:20 pm
Marshall Room
submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu
Just prior to the Faculty Meeting on Wednesday, November 7th, Katie Bishop give a brief discussion on the impact of class status for students navigating higher education. The talk will focus on specific student outcomes and offer suggestions for supporting students in the classroom.
Grab a coffee and come to Hagfors 151 ready to listen and learn. The talk begins at 3:20 and finishes just in time for the meeting.
For more information about the pre-faculty meeting EDTalks and other CTL events, please visit the CTL website.
submitted by matz@augsburg.edu
Beginning with the current registration period, all Computer Science (CSC) courses will be listed in the Records & Registration system under the broader department heading of Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science. This move was brought about by the recent merger of the Mathematics & Statistics and Computer Science Departments.
submitted by kundell@augsburg.edu
Stop by to learn about pharmacy career options and admissions with Bruce Benson from the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy.
Thursday, November 15
8:30am – 11:30am
Hagfors 328 (Chemistry suite)
For more information please contact Catherina Kipper
kipper@augsburg.edu
submitted by warnbers@augsburg.edu
Augsburg Faculty and Staff,
You are invited to attend this fall’s Christensen Vocation Lunch with Sonja Hagander, University Pastor and Director of Ministries, on Friday, November 9th from 11:15 am to 12:25 pm
The Christensen Vocation Lunch is an event that strengthens the concept of vocation at Augsburg for faculty and staff by providing role models from within the community to share a presentation on their sense of call and life journey.
Learn More and Register at:
https://www.augsburg.edu/ccv/2018/10/22/fall-vocation-lunch-with-pastor-sonja/
Note: Spaces are limited so you must register in order to attend this event. Also note: upon completion of your registration, please be sure you receive a confirmation email before you add the event to your calendar.
If you have any questions, please contact the CCV office at (612) 330-1403 or ccv@augsburg.edu.
More about our speaker: Sonja Hagander
PASTOR SONJA HAGANDER brings a deep passion for helping young adults explore Christian vocation and creating lives of faith and service. She has also led several interfaith initiatives at Augsburg, the ELCA’s most diverse college. In that context, she plans and leads worship each week in a challenging but very energizing urban multi-faith community. She has served as Pastor-Theologian at the Center of Theological Inquiry, Princeton University, and as Chaplain and emcee to the ELCA Youth Ministry Extravaganza Conference which hosts more than 1,000 pastors and youth leaders. She has been a contributor to “Word and World” and the ELCA e-zine for women, “BoldCafe.org.” She lives in the Twin Cities with her family. They love all things water: paddleboarding, skiing, canoeing, swimming, sailing, and kayaking. She most recently co-authored a book entitled, “Faith in Action: A Handbook for Activists, Advocates and Allies”, for Fortress Press.
EDUCATION
B.A. Concordia College, Moorhead, MN
M.Sc. University of Edinburgh
M.Div. Luther Seminary, St. Paul, MN
submitted by kundell@augsburg.edu
Each year URGO offers $1,000 research grants for undergraduates who wish to gain research experience with an Augsburg faculty member. These grants require 100 hours of research over the course of the academic year and are a great way to ease into research or to continue work on an existing project.
The application is available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo) at the “on-campus research” page. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so student-faculty research teams are encouraged to submit proposals in the fall. The URGO Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly and will begin reviewing proposals September 10th.
If you have any questions about undergraduate research opportunities, please contact Kirsten O’Brien at obrienk@augsburg.edu or x1446
submitted by kundell@augsburg.edu
URGO offers up to $850 in travel funding for Augsburg undergraduates who have been accepted to present research at a professional conference. These funds can mitigate the high costs of travel such as airfare and lodging, and can contribute to students’ professionalization.
The application is available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo) at the “conference travel” page. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so students are encouraged to work with their research mentor to submit a travel application as soon as possible after receiving acceptance to a conference. The URGO Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly throughout the school year and will begin reviewing applications September 10th.
If you have any questions about undergraduate conference travel opportunities, please contact Kirsten O’Brien at obrienk@augsburg.edu or x1446.
submitted by kochavej@augsburg.edu
Stop by to learn about pharmacy career options and admissions with Bruce Benson from the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy.
Thursday, November 15
8:30am – 11:30am
Hagfors 328 (Chemistry suite)
For more information please contact Catherina Kipper
kipper@augsburg.edu
submitted by kochavej@augsburg.edu
The Mayo Clinic seeks applicants for its 2019 summer undergraduate research program in biomedical ethics. This program is highly competitive and 3-6 students will be selected. Each student will be placed with a faculty mentor for approximately 10 weeks. Students will participate in educational session on bioethics research and lunch meetings with faculty.
Interested applicants should apply to job posting 103572BR: Bioethics Intern on the Mayo Clinic jobs website (http://www.mayoclinic.org/jobs ) by January 11, 2019.
Candidates must attach the following to the online application:
1. Cover letter describing your careers goals & how bioethics research relates to those goals
2. Resume/CV including your major, relevant coursework, honors, and related experiences
3. 5-10 page writing sample (such as a course paper), preferably on a topic in bioethics
4. Current college transcript
5. Two letters of recommendation from research mentors or professors
For further information, please contact Catherina Kipper at kipper@augsburg.edu.
submitted by kochavej@augsburg.edu
The Mayo Clinic seeks applicants for a one-year, 2019-2020 academic year, post-baccalaureate research experience in empirical biomedical ethics as part of the Mayo Clinic Graduate Research Employment Program (GREP). GREP is designed for individuals who plan to attend graduate or medical school and must receive their bachelor’s degree before the position starts.
Interested applicants should email the following materials to bioethics@mayo.edu by March 15, 2019:
1. Cover letter describing your careers goals and how biomedical ethics research relates to those plans
2. Resume/CV including your major, relevant coursework, honors, and related experiences
3. 5-10 page writing sample (such as a course paper), preferably on a topic in bioethics
4. Current college transcript
5. Two letters of recommendation from research mentors or professors. Letters should be sent directly to Dr. Richard Sharp, Program Director, by the recommender.
For further information, please contact Catherina Kipper at kipper@augsburg.edu.
submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu
RSVP today for “Speaking of Scholarship”. You will hear Professor Christiansen discuss “Bodies in Motion” and “Batteries with Flesh.” Lunch is provided.
Monday, November 12th
11:10 am – 12:20 pm
Marshall Room
submitted by vangcc2@augsburg.edu
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month:
This topic may be sensitive to individuals, but we highly encourage your presence for this month’s theme and share your support, insight, and or story at your consent.
Date: October 29th, 2018
Location: Marshall Room, Christensen Center
Time: 3:30PM-5:00PM
IF YOU NEED ANY DISABILITY-RELATED ACCOMMODATION TO FULLY PARTICIPATE IN THIS EVENT, PLEASE CONTACT UNIVERSITY EVENTS AT EVENTS@AUGSBURG.EDU OR 612-330-1104. PLEASE ALLOW FOR SUFFICIENT TIME TO ARRANGE THE ACCOMMODATION.
submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu
Get ready for our next EDTalk! Just prior to the Faculty Meeting on Wednesday, November 7th, Katie Bishop will give a 15 minute look into How Class Matters at Augsburg.
Be sure to come to Hagfors 151, from 3:20-3:35 on the 7th, for this insightful talk.
For more information about the pre-faculty meeting EDTalks and other CTL events, please visit the CTL website.
submitted by kundell@augsburg.edu
Each year URGO offers $1,000 research grants for undergraduates who wish to gain research experience with an Augsburg faculty member. These grants require 100 hours of research over the course of the academic year and are a great way to ease into research or to continue work on an existing project.
The application is available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo) at the “on-campus research” page. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so student-faculty research teams are encouraged to submit proposals in the fall. The URGO Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly and will begin reviewing proposals September 10th.
If you have any questions about undergraduate research opportunities, please contact Kirsten O’Brien at obrienk@augsburg.edu or x1446
submitted by kundell@augsburg.edu
URGO offers up to $850 in travel funding for Augsburg undergraduates who have been accepted to present research at a professional conference. These funds can mitigate the high costs of travel such as airfare and lodging, and can contribute to students’ professionalization.
The application is available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo) at the “conference travel” page. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so students are encouraged to work with their research mentor to submit a travel application as soon as possible after receiving acceptance to a conference. The URGO Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly throughout the school year and will begin reviewing applications September 10th.
If you have any questions about undergraduate conference travel opportunities, please contact Kirsten O’Brien at obrienk@augsburg.edu or x1446.
submitted by devega@augsburg.edu
Interested in teaching an off-campus course abroad or domestically? Proposals are now being accepted for academic year 2019-2020. The deadline for program proposals is November 1st.
You can learn more about the process and begin an online proposal at the following link:
http://studyabroad.augsburg.edu/?go=OffCampusCourseProposal
If you have questions or would like to talk through an idea for a program, please contact Leah Spinosa de Vega (devega@augsburg.edu) or set up a meeting on the google calendar.
submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu
Faculty and Staff are invited to hear Professor Christiansen discuss “Bodies in Motion” and “Batteries with Flesh.” Lunch is provided.
Monday, November 12th
11:10 am – 12:20 pm
Marshall Room
submitted by kipper@augsburg.edu
Dr. Bruce Benson, from the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy, brings his extensive experience as a pre-pharmacy advisor to Augsburg students. Learn more about pharmacy career options and admissions.
Thursday, November 15
8:30-11:30 am
Hagfors 328 (Chemistry Suite)
Contact Catherina Kipper at kipper@augsburg.edu with questions.
submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu
The first installment in the “Speaking of Sabbatical” series will feature Professor Jennifer L. Bankers-Fulbright from the Department of Biology. She will discuss her sabbatical project focused on Discipline Based Education Research. Lunch is provided, but few seats remain.
Thursday, October 25, 2018;
12:00-1:00pm
Marshall Room
submitted by pippert@augsburg.edu
Faculty, mid-term is an excellent time for a course tune-up. Seventeen faculty members currently serve as classroom consultants, representing a wide variety of disciplines and pedagogical styles. The consultants have been trained to offer confidential, non-judgmental assistance through a collaborative process.
Working with a consultant may include classroom or lab observations (in person or through the use of video), review of classroom materials and learning goals, brainstorming sessions to address classroom issues, or any combination based on your goals.
For more information, please visit the Classroom Consulting page on the CTL website.
submitted by kochavej@augsburg.edu
The Mayo Clinic seeks applicants for its 2019 summer undergraduate research program in biomedical ethics. This program is highly competitive and 3-6 students will be selected. Each student will be placed with a faculty mentor for approximately 10 weeks. Students will participate in educational session on bioethics research and lunch meetings with faculty.
Interested applicants should apply to job posting 103572BR: Bioethics Intern on the Mayo Clinic jobs website (http://www.mayoclinic.org/jobs ) by January 11, 2019.
Candidates must attach the following to the online application:
1. Cover letter describing your careers goals & how bioethics research relates to those goals
2. Resume/CV including your major, relevant coursework, honors, and related experiences
3. 5-10 page writing sample (such as a course paper), preferably on a topic in bioethics
4. Current college transcript
5. Two letters of recommendation from research mentors or professors
For further information, please contact Catherina Kipper at kipper@augsburg.edu.
submitted by kochavej@augsburg.edu
The Mayo Clinic seeks applicants for a one-year, 2019-2020 academic year, post-baccalaureate research experience in empirical biomedical ethics as part of the Mayo Clinic Graduate Research Employment Program (GREP). GREP is designed for individuals who plan to attend graduate or medical school and must receive their bachelor’s degree before the position starts.
Interested applicants should email the following materials to bioethics@mayo.edu by March 15, 2019:
1. Cover letter describing your careers goals and how biomedical ethics research relates to those plans
2. Resume/CV including your major, relevant coursework, honors, and related experiences
3. 5-10 page writing sample (such as a course paper), preferably on a topic in bioethics
4. Current college transcript
5. Two letters of recommendation from research mentors or professors. Letters should be sent directly to Dr. Richard Sharp, Program Director, by the recommender.
For further information, please contact Catherina Kipper at kipper@augsburg.edu.
submitted by kochavej@augsburg.edu
The Mayo Clinic seeks applicants for a one-year, 2019-2020 academic year, post-baccalaureate research experience in empirical biomedical ethics as part of the Mayo Clinic Graduate Research Employment Program (GREP). GREP is designed for individuals who plan to attend graduate or medical school and must receive their bachelor’s degree before the position starts.
Interested applicants should email the following materials to bioethics@mayo.edu by March 15, 2019:
1. Cover letter describing your careers goals and how biomedical ethics research relates to those plans
2. Resume/CV including your major, relevant coursework, honors, and related experiences
3. 5-10 page writing sample (such as a course paper), preferably on a topic in bioethics
4. Current college transcript
5. Two letters of recommendation from research mentors or professors. Letters should be sent directly to Dr. Richard Sharp, Program Director, by the recommender.
For further information, please contact Catherina Kipper at kipper@augsburg.edu.
submitted by thaokk7@augsburg.edu
Hello students of Augsburg University. Tomorrow night from 5:30pm to 6:30pm in room m16 of the music department, we will have our first meeting for songwriting. Please come by if able to or wanting to. It will be a place to jam, create, teach and learn about writing songs. Thanks!
Email thaokk7@augsburg.edu if there are questions.
submitted by dewittj@augsburg.edu
The Speaking Lab is officially open for the Fall semester of 2018!
Need help with your speech? Come to the Foss 171C!
We can help you with:
– Presentation
– Outlines
– Toulmin Model
– Topic Proposals
– Stage Fright
Current lab hours are listed below:
Morning:
TTH: 8:00a – 9:30a
Afternoon:
M – F: 4:00p – 6:00p
If you have any questions or comments, please contact:
Speakinglab@augsburg.edu
submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu
RSVP NOW for the first installment in the “Speaking of Sabbatical” series featuring Professor Jennifer L. Bankers-Fulbright from the Department of Biology. Jennifer will discuss her sabbatical project focused on Discipline Based Education Research. All Faculty and Staff are invited to attend. Lunch is provided.
Thursday, October 25, 2018;
12:00-1:00pm
Marshall Room
submitted by devega@augsburg.edu
Interested in teaching an off-campus course abroad or domestically? Proposals are now being accepted for academic year 2019-2020. The deadline for program proposals is November 1st.
You can learn more about the process and begin an online proposal at the following link:
http://studyabroad.augsburg.edu/?go=OffCampusCourseProposal
If you have questions or would like to talk through an idea for a program, please contact Leah Spinosa de Vega (devega@augsburg.edu) or set up a meeting on the google calendar.
submitted by pippert@augsburg.edu
Faculty, mid-term is an excellent time for a course tune-up. Seventeen faculty members currently serve as classroom consultants, representing a wide variety of disciplines and pedagogical styles. The consultants have been trained to offer confidential, non-judgmental assistance through a collaborative process.
Working with a consultant may include classroom or lab observations (in person or through the use of video), review of classroom materials and learning goals, brainstorming sessions to address classroom issues, or any combination based on your goals.
For more information, please visit the Classroom Consulting page on the CTL website.
submitted by devries@augsburg.edu
On Sept. 5 the General Education Design Team released its proposal, which sets forth a new vision for general education at Augsburg University. If approved by the faculty, it would begin to take effect in Fall 2020. A link to the proposal can be found below.
The next listening session will be:
Tuesday, Oct 16 — 10-11 am in the Marshall Room
All are welcome (students, staff, faculty.) We will listen to your concerns and and answer questions.
The Gen Ed Proposal: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1unWjMXlVKrSuIy84HywWNyVBXGb9Yvy3
We will be offering the session streamed via zoom:
https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/766387060
submitted by pippert@augsburg.edu
Faculty, mid-term is an excellent time for a course tune-up. Seventeen faculty members currently serve as classroom consultants, representing a wide variety of disciplines and pedagogical styles. The consultants have been trained to offer confidential, non-judgmental assistance through a collaborative process.
Working with a consultant may include classroom or lab observations (in person or through the use of video), review of classroom materials and learning goals, brainstorming sessions to address classroom issues, or any combination based on your goals.
For more information, please visit the Classroom Consulting page on the CTL website.
submitted by kundell@augsburg.edu
Each year URGO offers $1,000 research grants for undergraduates who wish to gain research experience with an Augsburg faculty member. These grants require 100 hours of research over the course of the academic year and are a great way to ease into research or to continue work on an existing project.
The application is available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo) at the “on-campus research” page. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so student-faculty research teams are encouraged to submit proposals in the fall. The URGO Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly and will begin reviewing proposals September 10th.
If you have any questions about undergraduate research opportunities, please contact Kirsten O’Brien at obrienk@augsburg.edu or x1446.
submitted by kundell@augsburg.edu
URGO offers up to $850 in travel funding for Augsburg undergraduates who have been accepted to present research at a professional conference. These funds can mitigate the high costs of travel such as airfare and lodging, and can contribute to students’ professionalization.
The application is available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo) at the “conference travel” page. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so students are encouraged to work with their research mentor to submit a travel application as soon as possible after receiving acceptance to a conference. The URGO Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly throughout the school year and will begin reviewing applications September 10th.
If you have any questions about undergraduate conference travel opportunities, please contact Kirsten O’Brien at obrienk@augsburg.edu or x1446.
submitted by devega@augsburg.edu
Interested in teaching an off-campus course abroad or domestically? Proposals are now being accepted for academic year 2019-2020. The deadline for program proposals is November 1st.
You can learn more about the process and begin an online proposal at the following link:
http://studyabroad.augsburg.edu/?go=OffCampusCourseProposal
If you have questions or would like to talk through an idea for a program, please contact Leah Spinosa de Vega (devega@augsburg.edu) or set up a meeting on the google calendar.
submitted by anderska@augsburg.edu
Starting 10.12.18 textbooks for the class start date of 9.5.18 will be sent back to publishers. Professors, please contact the bookstore for any books you wish to be held back from returns. Late start classes book returns will start on 11.16.18.
Thank you, Augsburg University Bookstore 612.359.6491
submitted by lubegam@augsburg.edu
As part of the University’s increased internationalization efforts, the Center for Global Education & Experience staff are visiting classes across campus to spread the word to your students about the many study, internship and research options available to them both abroad and off-campus around the US.
Can you spare 5-10 minutes in your class(es) in Fall semester for a message about study abroad/away programs? If so, please request a visit to your class online!
We can customize our message based on your course content, and on your majors’ needs and interests. We can address questions about scholarships, various length programs (some are better for WEC/AU students, STEM, Honors, athletes, etc) and other issues you might identify. And as always, we are happy to provide content to AugSem’s with a full class period on the topic of study abroad/away.
submitted by zobitz@augsburg.edu
On Sept. 5 the General Education Design Team released its proposal, which sets forth a new vision for general education at Augsburg University. If approved by the faculty, it would begin to take effect in Fall 2020. A link to the proposal can be found below.
The next listening session will be:
Tuesday, Oct 16 — 10-11 am in the Marshall Room
All are welcome (students, staff, faculty.) We will listen to your concerns and and answer questions.
The Gen Ed Proposal: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1unWjMXlVKrSuIy84HywWNyVBXGb9Yvy3
We will be offering the session streamed via zoom:
https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/766387060
submitted by dewittj@augsburg.edu
The Speaking Lab is officially open for the Fall semester of 2018!
Need help with your speech? Come to the Foss 171C!
We can help you with:
– Presentation
– Outlines
– Toulmin Model
– Topic Proposals
– Stage Fright
Current lab hours are listed below:
Morning:
TTH: 8:00a – 9:30a
Afternoon:
M – F: 4:00p – 6:00p
If you have any questions or comments, please contact:
Speakinglab@augsburg.edu
Posted onOctober 10, 2018
Email a correction for this post
submitted by dewittj@augsburg.edu
I am pleased to inform you that The Speaking Lab is officially open for the Fall semester of 2018!
Need help with your speech? Come to the Foss 171C!
We can help you with:
– Presentation
– Outlines
– Toulmin Model
– Topic Proposals
– Stage Fright
Current lab hours are listed below:
Morning:
TTH: 8:00a – 9:30a
Afternoon:
M – F: 4:00p – 6:00p
If you have any questions or comments, please contact:
Speakinglab@augsburg.edu
submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu
Join us later today for our first EDTalk! Just prior to the faculty meeting, Professor Joaquin Muñoz will speak on “Radical Kinship and Education: The Art of Connection”.
We will meet in Hagfors 151 from 3:20-3:35. Bring your coffee and come be inspired.
For more information about the pre-faculty meeting EDTalks and other CTL events, please visit our website.
submitted by kochavej@augsburg.edu
Considering medical school? Come meet Augsburg alumni who are currently medical students and physicians! Our alumni will share their insights about picking schools, the MCAT, experiences, the application process, interviews, and general advice. Food will be provided.
Wednesday, October 10th, 6pm-8pm
Hagfors 250
For more information or to RSVP, contact Catherina Kipper at kipper@augsburg.edu.
submitted by stoddard@augsburg.edu
As part of the University’s increased internationalization efforts, the Center for Global Education & Experience staff are visiting classes across campus to spread the word to your students about the many study, internship, and research options available to them both abroad and off-campus around the US.
Can you spare 5-10 minutes in your class(es) in Fall semester for a message about study abroad/away programs? If so, please request a visit to your class online!
We can customize our message based on your course content, and on your majors’ needs and interests. We can address questions about scholarships, various length programs (some are better for WEC/AU students, STEM, Honors, athletes, etc) and other issues you might identify. And as always, we are happy to provide content to AugSem’s with a full class period on the topic of study abroad/away.
submitted by kochavej@augsburg.edu
Considering medical school? Come meet Augsburg alumni who are currently medical students and physicians! Our alumni will share their insights about picking schools, the MCAT, experiences, the application process, interviews, and general advice. Food will be provided.
Wednesday, October 10th, 6pm-8pm
Hagfors 250
For more information or to RSVP, contact Catherina Kipper at kipper@augsburg.edu.
submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu
Join us tomorrow, just prior to the faculty meeting, to hear Professor Joaquin Muñoz give a talk on “Radical Kinship and Education: The Art of Connection”.
Grab a coffee and meet us in Hagfors 151 from 3:20-3:35. Come ready to be inspired.
For more information about the pre-faculty meeting EDTalks and other CTL events, please visit the CTL website.
submitted by zobitz@augsburg.edu
Faculty and staff are invited to the first installment in the “Speaking of Sabbatical” series featuring Professor Jennifer L. Bankers-Fulbright in the Department of Biology. Jennifer will discuss her sabbatical project focused on Discipline Based Education Research
Speaking of Sabbatical with Jennifer L. Bankers-Fulbright
Thursday, October 25, 2018;
12:00-1:00pm
Marshall Room
An RSVP for lunch is: https://goo.gl/forms/M0VqyHPMQt7xG3j33
submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu
Just prior to Wednesday’s faculty meeting, Professor Joaquin Muñoz will speak about “Radical Kinship and Education: The Art of Connection”.
The 15 minute talk will be held from 3:20-3:35 in Hagfors 151 on Wednesday, Oct. 10. Bring your coffee and join us for this quick, yet inspiring, event.
For more information about the pre-faculty meeting EDTalks and other CTL events, please visit the CTL website.
submitted by pippert@augsburg.edu
The Jessica Nathanson Scholarly Writing Retreat, open to full-time faculty, will be held May 19-21, 2019. Mark your calendars and get ready to be productive!…but is OK to be productive between now and May.
submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu
In anticipation of the October 10th vote on the adoption of a new University Course Survey form (previously known as Course Evaluations) the working group has created a frequently asked questions document, linked at the bottom of this posting. The questions come from faculty conversations and the answers come from the working group.
submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu
In anticipation of the October 10th vote on the adoption of a new University Course Survey form (previously known as Course Evaluations) the working group has created a frequently asked questions document, linked at the bottom of this posting. The questions come from faculty conversations and the answers come from the working group.
submitted by maherk@augsburg.edu
Join us for our first EDTalk! Just prior to Wednesday’s faculty meeting, Professor Joaquin Muñoz will speak for 15 minutes on “Radical Kinship and Education: The Art of Connection”.
Come ready to be inspired. Grab a coffee and meet us in Hagfors 151 from 3:20-3:35.
For more information about the pre-faculty meeting EDTalks and other CTL events, please visit our website.
submitted by lubegam@augsburg.edu
As part of the University’s increased internationalization efforts, the Center for Global Education & Experience staff are visiting classes across campus to spread the word to your students about the many study, internship and research options available to them both abroad and off-campus around the US.
Can you spare 5-10 minutes in your class(es) in Fall semester for a message about study abroad/away programs? If so, please request a visit to your class online!
We can customize our message based on your course content, and on your majors’ needs and interests. We can address questions about scholarships, various length programs (some are better for WEC/AU students, STEM, Honors, athletes, etc) and other issues you might identify. And as always, we are happy to provide content to AugSem’s with a full class period on the topic of study abroad/away.
submitted by kundell@augsburg.edu
Each year URGO offers $1,000 research grants for undergraduates who wish to gain research experience with an Augsburg faculty member. These grants require 100 hours of research over the course of the academic year and are a great way to ease into research or to continue work on an existing project.
The application is available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo) at the “on-campus research” page. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so student-faculty research teams are encouraged to submit proposals in the fall. The URGO Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly and will begin reviewing proposals September 10th.
If you have any questions about undergraduate research opportunities, please contact Kirsten O’Brien at obrienk@augsburg.edu or x1446.
submitted by kundell@augsburg.edu
URGO offers up to $850 in travel funding for Augsburg undergraduates who have been accepted to present research at a professional conference. These funds can mitigate the high costs of travel such as airfare and lodging, and can contribute to students’ professionalization.
The application is available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo) at the “conference travel” page. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so students are encouraged to work with their research mentor to submit a travel application as soon as possible after receiving acceptance to a conference. The URGO Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly throughout the school year and will begin reviewing applications September 10th.
If you have any questions about undergraduate conference travel opportunities, please contact Kirsten O’Brien at obrienk@augsburg.edu or x1446.
submitted by omarmm@augsburg.edu
Are you interested in Computer Science? Have you ever wanted to build an app?ACM is the perfect club for you!!! Meetings every Thursdays at 6:00 pm at the Linux Lab in room 367. More info on the Ausgburg ACM website.
submitted by albertd@augsburg.edu
Join us for a four-part immersion presentation showcasing faculty expertise in active learning and engagement with students today from 1:50 to 3:00 PM in the East Commons (Christensen Center). Lori Hale (Religion), Jennifer Diaz (Education), Matthew Maruggi (Religion), and Lyz Wendland (Art) will offer immersion experiences designed to teach techniques and strategies for active learning for students. Along with experiencing the techniques directly, participants will also receive handouts outlining the strategies, and reflection time to discuss the use of the techniques.
submitted by pippert@augsburg.edu
The Jessica Nathanson Scholarly Writing Retreat, open to full-time faculty, will be held May 19-21, 2019. Mark your calendars and get ready to be productive!…but is OK to be productive between now and May.
submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu
In anticipation of the October 10th vote on the adoption of a new University Course Survey form (previously known as Course Evaluations) the working group has created a frequently asked questions document, linked at the bottom of this posting. The questions come from faculty conversations and the answers come from the working group.
submitted by pippert@augsburg.edu
Please join us for a 15 min. EDTalk (Radical Kinship and Education: The Art of Connection) by Professor Joaquin Muñoz just prior to Wednesday’s faculty meeting.
Grab a cup of coffee and meet in Hagfors 151 from 3:20-3:35…just enough time to get inspired!
For more information about the pre-faculty meeting EDTalks and other CTL events, please visit the CTL website.
submitted by kochavej@augsburg.edu
Considering medical school? Come meet Augsburg alumni who are currently medical students and physicians! Our alumni will share their insights about picking schools, the MCAT, experiences, the application process, interviews, and general advice. Food will be provided.
Wednesday, October 10th, 6pm-8pm
Hagfors 250
For more information or to RSVP, contact Catherina Kipper at kipper@augsburg.edu.
submitted by devega@augsburg.edu
Interested in teaching an off-campus course abroad or domestically? Proposals are now being accepted for academic year 2019-2020. The deadline for program proposals is November 1st.
You can learn more about the process and begin an online proposal at the following link:
http://studyabroad.augsburg.edu/?go=OffCampusCourseProposal
If you have questions or would like to talk through an idea for a program, please contact Leah Spinosa de Vega (devega@augsburg.edu) or set up a meeting on the google calendar.
submitted by albertd@augsburg.edu
Join us for a four-part immersion presentation showcasing faculty expertise in active learning and engagement with students tomorrow, October 4, from 1:50 to 3:00 PM in the East Commons (Christensen Center). Lori Hale (Religion), Jennifer Diaz (Education), Matthew Maruggi (Religion), and Lyz Wendland (Art) will offer immersion experiences designed to teach techniques and strategies for active learning for students. Along with experiencing the techniques directly, participants will also receive handouts outlining the strategies, and reflection time to discuss the use of the techniques.
submitted by kochavej@augsburg.edu
Considering medical school? Come meet Augsburg alumni who are currently medical students and physicians! Our alumni will share their insights about picking schools, the MCAT, experiences, the application process, interviews, and general advice. Food will be provided.
Wednesday, October 10th, 6pm-8pm
Hagfors 250
For more information or to RSVP, contact Catherina Kipper at kipper@augsburg.edu.
submitted by warnbers@augsburg.edu
All are invited and welcome to this year’s Bernhard M. Christensen Symposium on October 3 with special guest Rahuldeep Gill, Associate Professor, Department of Religion and Campus Interfaith Strategist, Division of Mission and Identity at California Lutheran University.
Morning Event
Christensen Symposium Address by Dr. Gill: “Who Are ‘We?’ A Sikh Perspective on Vocation, Justice and Death”
10:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M. in Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center
Afternoon Event
“Igniting hope in un-hopeful times”: an open conversation with Rahuldeep Gill, facilitated by Fardosa Hassan and Ole Schenk
2:00 P.M. – 3:30 P.M. in the Student Lounge, Christensen Center
About the speaker
Rahuldeep Gill, Ph.D., is a sought-after Speaker, Author, and Igniter for social change, whose life goal is to develop effective and heartful leaders with broad perspectives to drive innovations. Through his lectures and workshops he works to build pluralism and cross-cultural relations to inspire connected communities on campus, in the workplace, and in the marketplace.
He recently published his first book, Drinking from Love’s Cup, with Oxford University Press, and he is currently writing two more books about leadership and pluralism. He is a tenured professor and Campus Interfaith Strategist at California Lutheran University, and is the visiting professor of Sikh Studies at the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, California. He has twice been voted Cal Lutheran’s Diversity Professor of the Year and lives in Los Angeles with his family.
http://www.augsburg.edu/ccv/2018/09/17/2018-christensen-symposium-with-rahuldeep-gill/
submitted by kochavej@augsburg.edu
Considering medical school? Come meet Augsburg alumni who are currently medical students and physicians! Our alumni will share their insights about picking schools, the MCAT, experiences, the application process, interviews, and general advice. Food will be provided.
Wednesday, October 10th, 6pm-8pm
Hagfors 250
For more information or to RSVP, contact Catherina Kipper at kipper@augsburg.edu.
submitted by diazj@augsburg.edu
At this moment when racism and violence against communities of color is unapologetically visible, it is necessary to look at how academic institutions and our own practice may be perpetuating colonizing structures. This workshop on decolonizing pedagogies will feature shared vocabulary building, embodied practice, and small group discussions. Participants will leave with deepened understanding of colonial structures and how they manifest in our work in addition to strategies for decolonizing different aspects of our teaching.
Please join us on Tuesday, Oct 9th from 2:00-3:20 p.m. in the Studio Theatre in the Foss Building for what is sure to be a provocative discussion and workshop.
submitted by pike@augsburg.edu
Faculty and staff, and students, are invited to an information session in advance of the October 10th faculty meeting to vote on adopting a new end of term survey form for university wide feedback on courses. Based on over a year of analysis of research, pilot testing, and input from students and colleagues, this form is designed to measure student satisfaction with course experiences. It is not a form designed to measure teaching effectiveness or student learning; those purposes will be served through customized department and individual faculty data collection.
We are hoping to minimize any last minute changes from the floor to the form itself so please contact us with any questions or comments. We are happy to hear from you! There is one remaining group (of 3) listening sessions: October 4 from 10-11 in Cedar Room. We welcome questions and feedback prior to the faculty meeting. If you cannot attend any of these please contact a committee member directly. Send questions to pike@augsburg.edu. The working group is: Scott Krajewski, Kelsey Richardson Blackwell, Terrance Kwame-Ross, Kristin Chamberlin, Ben Denkinger and Diane Pike.
submitted by albertd@augsburg.edu
Join us for a four-part immersion presentation showcasing faculty expertise in active learning and engagement with students on Thursday, October 4 from 1:50 to 3:00 PM in the East Commons (Christensen Center). Lori Hale (Religion), Jennifer Diaz (Education), Matthew Maruggi (Religion), and Lyz Wendland (Art) will offer immersion experiences designed to teach techniques and strategies for active learning for students. Along with experiencing the techniques directly, participants will also receive handouts outlining the strategies, and reflection time to discuss the use of the techniques.
submitted by lubegam@augsburg.edu
As part of the University’s increased internationalization efforts, the Center for Global Education & Experience staff are visiting classes across campus to spread the word to your students about the many study, internship and research options available to them both abroad and off-campus around the US.
Can you spare 5-10 minutes in your class(es) in Fall semester for a message about study abroad/away programs? If so, please request a visit to your class online!
We can customize our message based on your course content, and on your majors’ needs and interests. We can address questions about scholarships, various length programs (some are better for WEC/AU students, STEM, Honors, athletes, etc) and other issues you might identify. And as always, we are happy to provide content to AugSem’s with a full class period on the topic of study abroad/away.
submitted by diazj@augsburg.edu
At this moment when racism and violence against communities of color is unapologetically visible, it is necessary to look at how academic institutions and our own practice may be perpetuating colonizing structures. This workshop on decolonizing pedagogies will feature shared vocabulary building, embodied practice, and small group discussions. Participants will leave with deepened understanding of colonial structures and how they manifest in our work in addition to strategies for decolonizing different aspects of our teaching.
Please join us on Tuesday, Oct 9th from 2:00-3:20 p.m. in the Studio Theatre in the Foss Building for what is sure to be a provocative discussion and workshop.
submitted by kundell@augsburg.edu
Each year URGO offers $1,000 research grants for undergraduates who wish to gain research experience with an Augsburg faculty member. These grants require 100 hours of research over the course of the academic year and are a great way to ease into research or to continue work on an existing project.
The application is available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo) at the “on-campus research” page. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so student-faculty research teams are encouraged to submit proposals in the fall. The URGO Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly and will begin reviewing proposals September 10th.
If you have any questions about undergraduate research opportunities, please contact Kirsten O’Brien at obrienk@augsburg.edu or x1446.
submitted by kundell@augsburg.edu
URGO offers up to $850 in travel funding for Augsburg undergraduates who have been accepted to present research at a professional conference. These funds can mitigate the high costs of travel such as airfare and lodging, and can contribute to students’ professionalization.
The application is available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo) at the “conference travel” page. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so students are encouraged to work with their research mentor to submit a travel application as soon as possible after receiving acceptance to a conference. The URGO Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly throughout the school year and will begin reviewing applications September 10th.
If you have any questions about undergraduate conference travel opportunities, please contact Kirsten O’Brien at obrienk@augsburg.edu or x1446.
submitted by albertd@augsburg.edu
Join us for a four-part immersion presentation showcasing faculty expertise in active learning and engagement with students on Thursday, October 4 from 1:50 to 3:00 PM in the East Commons (Christensen Center). Lori Hale (Religion), Jennifer Diaz (Education), Matthew Maruggi (Religion), and Lyz Wendland (Art) will offer immersion experiences designed to teach techniques and strategies for active learning for students. Along with experiencing the techniques directly, participants will also receive handouts outlining the strategies, and reflection time to discuss the use of the techniques. Adjunct instructors on contract this semester who attend this event are eligible for a $50 stipend.
submitted by devega@augsburg.edu
Interested in teaching an off-campus course abroad or domestically? Proposals are now being accepted for academic year 2019-2020. The deadline for program proposals is November 1st.
You can learn more about the process and begin an online proposal at the following link:
http://studyabroad.augsburg.edu/?go=OffCampusCourseProposal
If you have questions or would like to talk through an idea for a program, please contact Leah Spinosa de Vega (devega@augsburg.edu) or set up a meeting on the google calendar.
submitted by albertd@augsburg.edu
Join us for a four-part immersion presentation showcasing faculty expertise in active learning and engagement with students on Thursday, October 4 from 1:50 to 3:00 PM in the East Commons (Christensen Center). Lori Hale (Religion), Jennifer Diaz (Education), Matthew Maruggi (Religion), and Lyz Wendland (Art) will offer immersion experiences designed to teach techniques and strategies for active learning for students. Along with experiencing the techniques directly, participants will also receive handouts outlining the strategies, and reflection time to discuss the use of the techniques.
submitted by lubegam@augsburg.edu
As part of the University’s increased internationalization efforts, the Center for Global Education & Experience staff are visiting classes across campus to spread the word to your students about the many study, internship and research options available to them both abroad and off-campus around the US.
Can you spare 5-10 minutes in your class(es) in Fall semester for a message about study abroad/away programs? If so, please request a visit to your class online!
We can customize our message based on your course content, and on your majors’ needs and interests. We can address questions about scholarships, various length programs (some are better for WEC/AU students, STEM, Honors, athletes, etc) and other issues you might identify. And as always, we are happy to provide content to AugSem’s with a full class period on the topic of study abroad/away.
submitted by pippert@augsburg.edu
With graduation falling later in 2019, the CTL Fellows decided to offer 3 v. 4 days of faculty/staff development (but at the same price). Please mark your calendars for Three Days in May 2019 (14, 15 & 16th).
submitted by pike@augsburg.edu
Faculty and staff, and students, are invited to an information session in advance of the October 10th faculty meeting to vote on adopting a new end of term survey form for university wide feedback on courses. Based on over a year of analysis of research, pilot testing, and input from students and colleagues, this form is designed to measure student satisfaction with course experiences. It is not a form designed to measure teaching effectiveness or student learning; those purposes will be served through customized department and individual faculty data collection.
There is one remaining (of 3) listening sessions: October 4 from 10-11 in Cedar Room. We welcome questions and feedback prior to the faculty meeting. If you cannot attend any of these please contact a committee member directly. Send questions to pike@augsburg.edu. The working group is: Scott Krajewski, Kelsey Richardson Blackwell, Terrance Kwame-Ross, Kristin Chamberlin, Ben Denkinger and Diane Pike.
(There was an error in previous update. The session is Oct 4 not Oct 9.)
submitted by pippert@augsburg.edu
With graduation falling later in 2019, the CTL Fellows decided to offer 3 v. 4 days of faculty/staff development (but at the same price). Please mark your calendars for Three Days in May 2019 (14, 15 & 16th).
submitted by pike@augsburg.edu
Course Evaluation Survey Information Sessions
Faculty and staff, and students, are invited to any and all of 3 information sessions in advance of the October 10th faculty meeting to vote on adopting a new end of term survey form for university wide evaluation of courses. Based on over a year of analysis of research, pilot testing, and input from students and colleagues, this form is designed to measure student satisfaction with course experiences. It is not a form designed to measure teaching effectiveness or student learning; those purposes will be served through customized department and individual faculty data collection. We would like to hear from you now before the faculty meeting.
The third and remaining information session is October 4 from 10-11 in Cedar Room. (No lunch that day). We welcome questions and feedback prior to the faculty meeting. If you cannot attend any of these please contact a committee member directly. Send questions to pike@augsburg.edu. The working group is: Scott Krajewski, Kelsey Richardson Blackwell, Terrance Kwame-Ross, Kristin Chamberlin, Ben Denkinger and Diane Pike.
We also recommend you review Frequently Asked Questions and contact any one of the group members.
submitted by devega@augsburg.edu
Interested in teaching an off-campus course abroad or domestically? Proposals are now being accepted for academic year 2019-2020. The deadline for Program Proposals is November 1st.
You can learn more about the process and begin an online proposal at the following link:
http://studyabroad.augsburg.edu/?go=OffCampusCourseProposal
If you have questions or would like to talk through an idea for a program, please contact Leah Spinosa de Vega (devega@augsburg.edu) or set up a meeting on the google calendar.
submitted by tensen@augsburg.edu
At the recent faculty meeting, Tim Pippert announced the plan of the CTL Fellows to host 15 minute ED Talks by faculty and staff just prior to each faculty meeting. While we have the first three lined up, he forgot to ask for ideas and volunteers. What would you like to learn or share?
Please contact Bonnie Tensen <tensen@augsburg.edu> to volunteer or share your ideas.
submitted by albertd@augsburg.edu
Join us for a four-part immersion presentation showcasing faculty expertise in active learning and engagement with students on Thursday, October 4 from 1:50 to 3:00 PM in the East Commons (Christensen Center). Lori Hale (Religion), Jennifer Diaz (Education), Matthew Maruggi (Religion), and Lyz Wendland (Art) will offer immersion experiences designed to teach techniques and strategies for active learning for students. Along with experiencing the techniques directly, participants will also receive handouts outlining the strategies, and reflection time to discuss the use of the techniques.
submitted by rodrigra@augsburg.edu
Please join us for this Thursday’s presentation focusing on our internationalization efforts in Latin America in Sateren Auditorium from 12:30-1:30 p.m. where we will present a vision for a deeper level of engagement throughout the Americas by the Music Department and for the benefit of our entire Augsburg community .
¡ALMA! stands for “Augsburg Music in Latin America,” or more properly, “América Latina Música Augsburg.” We will be presenting a summary of last year’s international activities and a preview of what is being planned for the future including opportunities for student travel to Costa Rica, Peru, Colombia, and Bolivia, as well as for faculty exchanges and professional networking. (Alma means ‘soul’ in Spanish.)
We hope to see you there!
submitted by kochavej@augsburg.edu
Considering medical school? Come meet Augsburg alumni who are currently medical students and physicians! Our alumni will share their insights about picking schools, the MCAT, experiences, the application process, interviews, and general advice. Food will be provided.
Wednesday, October 10th, 6pm-8pm
Hagfors 250
For more information or to RSVP, contact Catherina Kipper at kipper@augsburg.edu.
submitted by albertd@augsburg.edu
How does one create a set of assignments that build upon one another and combine into a more in-depth and meaningful learning experience? In this session, James Vela-McConnell (Sociology) will share examples of integrated assignments in both lower and upper division courses TODAY from 3:30 to 4:30 PM in OGC 100. Participants will brainstorm ideas for scaffolding learning experiences within their own courses. Adjunct instructors on contract this semester who attend this event are eligible for a $50 stipend. We’ll also have this session available remotely via Zoom.
submitted by devega@augsburg.edu
Interested in teaching an off-campus course abroad or domestically? Proposals are now being accepted for academic year 2019-2020. The deadline for Program Proposals is November 1st.
You can learn more about the process and begin an online proposal at the following link:
http://studyabroad.augsburg.edu/?go=OffCampusCourseProposal
If you have questions or would like to talk through an idea for a program, please contact Leah Spinosa de Vega (devega@augsburg.edu) or set up a meeting on the google calendar.
submitted by stoddard@augsburg.edu
As part of the University’s increased internationalization efforts, the Center for Global Education & Experience staff are visiting classes across campus to spread the word to your students about the many study, internship and research options available to them both abroad and off-campus around the US.
Can you spare 5-10 minutes in your class(es) in Fall semester for a message about study abroad/away programs? If so, please request a visit to your class online!
We can customize our message based on your course content, and on your majors’ needs and interests. We can address questions about scholarships, various length programs (some are better for WEC/AU students, STEM, Honors, athletes, etc) and other issues you might identify. And as always, we are happy to provide content to AugSem’s with a full class period on the topic of study abroad/away.
submitted by diazj@augsburg.edu
The CTL fellows for Diversity and Inclusion would like to invite you to join our fall book group where we will read and discuss Where we Stand: Class matters by bell hooks. This text and our discussion of it will allow us to explore how issues of race, class, and gender are intertwined. This will be an opportunity for faculty and staff to understand how everyday interactions and social structures both reproduce and deny the class hierarchy.
There are 2 choices for discussion groups:
-Friday, November 2 from 12:30-1:30 or
-Thursday, November 8 from 3:40-4:40
Please email Mike Fetting (fettingm@augsburg.edu) to reserve your copy of the book by Friday, September 28 and arrange pick up. If you reserve a book, please be sure to attend at least one of the discussion sessions.
submitted by diazj@augsburg.edu
At this moment when racism and violence against communities of color is unapologetically visible, it is necessary to look at how academic institutions and our own practice may be perpetuating colonizing structures. This workshop on decolonizing pedagogies will feature shared vocabulary building, embodied practice, and small group discussions. Participants will leave with deepened understanding of colonial structures and how they manifest in our work in addition to strategies for decolonizing different aspects of our teaching.
Join us on Tuesday, Oct 9th 2:00-3:20 p.m. in the Studio Theatre in the Foss Building for what is sure to be a provocative discussion and workshop.
submitted by koh@augsburg.edu
Five spaces are available in the Fall 2018 Batalden Book Club!
Please join us for a discussion of Christine Toomey’s “In Search of Buddha’s Daughters” on Wed., November 28th, from noon to 2pm (location TBD). The book club is open to all staff and faculty; we have five spaces/books remaining. Please email Bibiana Koh (koh@augsburg.edu), current Batalden Scholar in Applied Ethics, to join today! (Note: The book will be provided by the Batalden program.)
For more information on the book, please see the link below. You may also watch this brief video to learn more about the book: https://www.youtube.com/watch?reload=9&v=CpZMdxLpktk
http://www.christinetoomey.com/books/in-search-of-buddhas-daughters/
submitted by devries@augsburg.edu
On Sept. 5 the General Education Design Team released its proposal, which sets forth a new vision for general education at Augsburg University. If approved by the faculty, it would begin to take effect in Fall 2020. A link to the proposal can be found below.
Listening sessions are scheduled for:
Tuesday, Sept. 25 — 3:40 to 4:40 pm in Lindell 301
Monday, Oct 8 — 12:30 to 1:40 pm in Hagfors 150A
Tuesday, Oct 16 — 10-11 am in the Marshall Room
All are welcome (students, staff, faculty.) We will listen to your concerns and and answer questions.
