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Life of the Mind Retreat

This year's Life of the Mind Retreat will be held at Oak Ridge Conference Center from 11:30 Saturday, October 22 through noon on October 23, 2011 and focus on "Social Inequity and Global Poverty." All faculty, staff, and administrators are invited to participate. Each year, we hold a retreat to explore a topic of interest to us as global citizens – a topic that is informed by numerous disciplines and can best be addressed through a transdisciplinary approach.

The two-day retreat will address the history of development on different continents, global economic disparities and their effects, oppression as reflected in theater, and confronting class in the classroom. In addition to readings, discussions, videos, poetry, spiritual exploration, and music; it also includes reflective time in a natural setting to think about how the discussions apply to our lives. Planners for this year's retreat are Kevin Bowman, Katie Clark (Welle), Orv Gingerich, Steve Peacock, and Sarah Myers.

To register for the overnight retreat and obtain the readings, contact Sarah Hedstrom (hedstrom@augsburg.edu). If you are willing to share a room to help reduce our expenses, please let her know. Since there are a limited number of participants possible, reservations will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Well-Being and Wellness

Your personal well-being is important to your physical and mental health, and ability to contribute effectively to the Augsburg community. To support faculty and staff, CTL, in conjunction with Human Resources, the Center for Counseling and Health Promotion, and the Department of Health and Physical Education, offers the following programs.

Well-Being Series
CTL sponsors a series focused on well-being. It includes a broad look at well-being based on Rath & Harter's book Well-Being: The Five Essential Elements. This monthly series is held 12:00-1:30 pm on the second or third Friday in the Augsburg Room, and includes a copy of the book, a diagnostic, and lunch. It consists of the following sessions:

October 14– What is Well-Being? (Velma Lashbrook)
November 11 – Career Well-Being (Lois Olson and Heidi Lender)
January 20 – Social Well-Being (Glenda Rooney)
February 17 – Financial Well-Being (Ashok Kapoor and Stephanie Ruckel)
March 16 – Physical Well-Being (Nancy Guilbeaut and Tony Clapp)
April 13 – Community Well-Being (Andrea Turner)

If you would like to participate in these sessions, please contact Sarah Hedstrom (hedstrom@augsburg.edu). If you sign up, you are expected to attend at least 4 sessions.

Brown Bag Wellness Series (Sponsored by Human Resources)
Human Resources and the Benefits Advisory Group offer monthly programs on physical well-being. This year's brown bag sessions will be from September through May. Contact Kelly Crawford for more information.

Wellness Incentive Program (Sponsored by HPE)
The Wellness Incentive Program offers prizes for exercising a minimum of 30 minutes per day (1 point per day). More information about the program is available on the Fitness website (http://www.augsburg.edu/wellness). The following on-campus activities are also available for your participation from Wednesday, September 7 – Friday, April 27:

Basketball, Si Melby – MWF @ noon; contact Joe Erickson (erickson@augsburg.edu)
Yoga, Marshall Room – TTh @ noon; contact Dianne Detloff (detloff@augsburg.edu)
Ultimate Frisbee, air structure – T @ noon, beginning in mid-November; contact Christina Erickson (ericksoc@augsburg.edu)
Golf, air structure – TBD, beginning in mid-November
Auggies v. Tommies, 3rd Annual Fitness Challenge – February-April

For more information or to volunteer to lead other activities, contact Carol Enke (enke@augsburg.edu), the program coordinator.

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Blended Learning Series

Blended learning has come to mean everything from web-enhanced face-to-face learning to, but not including, courses that are fully online. Integrating online technologies can enhance and enrich learning; online tools also help differentiate instruction. A recent meta-analysis reported by the U.S. Department of Education found that blended learning produced higher performance on learning outcomes than either online or face-to-face learning alone.

As part of the Foundational Series, we introduce the use of online technologies to enhance face-to-face classes. This year, we are also introducing a series to explore strategies for using online applications to enhance learning. The Blended Learning Series, co-sponsored with IT, is offered from 8:30-10:00 on Third Wednesdays in Lindell 202, and includes the following workshops:

October 19 – Using Moodle to Create a Community of Inquiry (Velma Lashbrook)
November 16 – Designing and Facilitating Meaningful Online Activities (Cari Maguire and Heather Ek)
January 18 – Digital Video and Audio Tools (Anita Fisher, Scott Krenz, and Nathan Lind)
February 15 – Web Access: Universal Online Design Principles (Hans Wiersma, Eric Strom, and CLASS resources)
March 14 – Online Assessment Techniques and Academic Integrity (Scott Krajewski and Emily Hoisington)

CTL and IT also offer passes for faculty to explore online technologies through workshops offered by Sloan-C (Sloan Consortium of Institutions and Organizations Committed to Quality Online Education). Those interested in participating in these courses (see http://sloanconsortium.org/2011workshops) can request a pass from Sarah Hedstrom (hedstrom@augsburg.edu).

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Study Abroad Deadlines Extended: 10/14, 10/21

Extended Deadlines:

OCTOBER 14 for...
*Spring Semester Abroad
https://studyabroad.augsburg.edu/index.cfm?Program_Type_ID=O&Program_Name=&pt=Spring+Semester%7F&pi=%7F&pc=%7F&pr=%7F&FuseAction=Programs.SearchResults&SimpleSearch=1

*Winter-Break: El Salvador
https://studyabroad.augsburg.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgram&Program_ID=28748

OCTOBER 21 for...
*Winter WEC: REL 300 in Mexico
https://studyabroad.augsburg.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgram&Program_ID=28750
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Next Steps:
P-A-C-K for your international experience!

P: Create your Online Profile
http://www.augsburg.edu/augsburgabroad/
This let's us know you are interested in study abroad and gives you access to advice about study abroad and information about program options

A: Attend a Group Advising Meeting.
Group Advising Meetings are held DAILY in Murphy Place. You'll find out about finances, academics, and how to research programs around the world.
See the schedule and request an advising meeting online at https://studyabroad.augsburg.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Abroad.Home#group

C: Choose a program.
Begin searching 300 + quality Augsburg and Affiliate programs in over 90 countries
https://studyabroad.augsburg.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.SimpleSearch

K: Keep Track of the Deadlines

questions? abroad@augsburg.edu and 612-330-1159
http://www.augsburg.edu/augsburgabroad/

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Thinking About Teaching and Advising

Modeled after the popular Speaking of Scholarship Series, these presentations and conversations are designed to share what we are learning about teaching and advising. Sessions are scheduled on Thursdays from 11:50-1:20, and involve presentations followed by informal conversations about the issues raised by these experiences. The intent is to increase awareness of teaching innovations on campus and learn from each other's experiences. A light lunch is served. Sessions this fall will include:

October 13, Foss 175 – Anne Kaufman, "Facilitating Class Discussions Using the Paiedeia Method"
October 20, Foss 175 – Lars Christiansen, "The Beauty of Co-Teaching and Its Challenges to the Authentic Self"
October 27, OGC 100 – Lori Brandt Hale, "Teaching Students to be Critical Readers"
November 3, 12:-1:20 pm, Marshall Room– Tony Bibus and Holley Locher-Stulen, "Lessons Learned From Online Teaching"
November 10, Marshall Room – Ben Stottrup, "Collaborative Learning in Research and Inquiry Experiences"
December 1, Foss 175 – Velma Lashbrook, "Lessons Learned from Using Team-Based Learning in a Research Methods Course"

If you plan to attend any of these sessions, RSVP to Sarah Hedstrom (hedstrom@augsburg.edu), so we can have adequate food and handouts.

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CTP Portfolio Workshop

The purpose of this workshop is to help candidates for any type of Committee on Tenure and Promotion (CTP) review to determine the various forms of evidence that can help build a strong portfolio. The focus is on evidence of teaching, but the strategies directly apply to scholarship and service as well. This workshop is not designed to replace departmental guidance and advice nor is it an analysis of the Faculty Handbook language as it applies to an individual. The workshop is facilitated by Diane Pike and Su Doree and will be held at the following times:

Thursday, October 13, 9:10-11:10 in Cedar Room
Tuesday, October 18, 3:15-5:15 in Lindell 202
Thursday, May 24, 1:00-4:00 in Lindell 202

Following the workshop, participants are encouraged to form groups to review each other's portfolio materials and provide feedback and support. If you plan to attend one of these sessions, RSVP to Sarah Hedstrom (hedstrom@augsburg.edu).

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Leadership Development

These programs are designed to address leadership development needs for Chairs/Directors, the Leadership Council and Cabinet, Regents, and other supervisors/managers on campus, including leaders in the Faculty, Staff, and Student Senates. To achieve Augsburg's mission, it is critical that we have effective leadership at all levels. Research consistently shows that work satisfaction and retention are most strongly affected by the quality of the relationship between employees and their direct managers.

Leadership Series
This series is designed for all campus leaders, and is offered on Tuesdays. It includes the following sessions:

October 25, 2011, 4:00-6:30 – Strengths Based Leadership (Velma Lashbrook)
November 22, 2011, 4:00-6:30 – Strategic Thinking: Seeing Things Whole (Tom Morgan)
January 17, 2011, 4:00-6:30 – Relationship Building: Developing Intercultural Competence (Karen Lokkesmoe)
February 14, 2012, 4:00-6:30 – Influencing: Adapting to Interpersonal Differences (Brad Lashbrook)
March 13, 2012, 4:00-6:30 – Executing: Leading Teams (Aaron Griess)
April 24, 2012, 4:15-6:30 – Innovating: Facilitating Social Change (Paul Pribbenow)

For more information, please contact Velma Lashbrook (lashbroo@augsburg.edu). To RSVP for this series, please contact Sarah Hedstrom (hedstrom@augsburg.edu). If you sign up, you will be expected to attend as many of these sessions as possible. You will need to pick up a book and complete the StrengthFinder before the first session, unless you've previously done so.

Leader-Manager Circle
Velma Lashbrook will lead a series of conversations about leader/manager responsibilities based on Jim Collins' Good to Great and his monograph for the social sector, Participant will also complete his diagnostic tool and identify strategies for improving performance within their work units. Sessions will be held on Mondays from 8:30-10:00, and will include coffee and bagels or muffins.

October 17 – Disciplined People – Ch. 1-3
November 21 – Disciplined Thought – Ch. 4-5
January 30 – Disciplined Action – Ch. 6-7
February 27 – Built to Last – Ch. 8-9
April 2 – How to Make Augsburg Great – conversation with Paul Pribbenow and Chris Szaj

Participants are expected to attend all sessions, if possible. RSVP to Sarah Hedstrom (hedstrom@augsburg.edu) to receive a book before the first session.

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Core Curriculum and Graduation Skills Workshops

AugCore is Augsburg's general education curriculum. This series introduces the curriculum, the first year Augsburg Seminar, the graduation skills, the concept of vocation, and the Keystone Seminar. The four graduation skills – critical thinking, quantitative reasoning, writing, and speaking – are embedded in every curriculum. Anyone who teaches a course with the embedded skill is expected to attend the appropriate workshop. These workshops, co-sponsored with General Education, help prepare faculty to understand the curriculum and effectively teach the graduation skills. The workshops will be held on Tuesdays, 3:00-5:00 (except the last one). Remaining sessions include:

October 18, 3:15-5:00, OGC 113 – Critical Thinking (Mary Lowe and GST100 Faculty)
November 15, OGC 113 – Speaking (Kristen Chamberlain and Darcey Engen)
February 21, Marshall Room– Writing (Kathy Swanson and Jennifer Bankers-Fulbright)
March 20, OGC 113 – Quantitative Reasoning (John Zobitz and Stacy Freiheit)
April 17, OGC 100– Vocation and the Keystone Seminar (Mark Tranvick and Lori Brandt Hale)
May 21, 9:00-4:00, OGC 113 – AugSem and AVID Strategies (Lori Brandt Hale and AVID staff)

If you plan to attend any of these sessions, RSVP to Sarah Hedstrom (hedstrom@augsburg.edu)

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Speaking of Scholarship

These sessions provide an opportunity for scholars to share their work and engage in conversations about what they are doing. Sessions are scheduled from 12:00-1:30 on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and include hors d'ouevres.

During the fall, the presenters are:

October 4, OGC 100 – URGO Students: Grace Edgar, "'Endophytic Fungi as a Biological Control Agent for Soybean (Glycine max (L. Merr) Pathogens;" Laura Essenberg, "Marketing of Colleges: Examining Race Based Patterns and Images in Recruitment Material;" and Cole Seidl
October 12, Lindell 301 – Colin Irvine, English, "Nearly a Year of Learning to Live (and Teach) in Norway: An Embedded Generalist Goes Abroad"
October 18, Lindell 301 – McNair Students: Kayla Johnson, "The Analysis Of 3D Movement and Swimming Forces In Daphnia Magna As A Model For Neurodegenerative Disease;" Chue Lee, "Using Facial Recognition to Understand Human Emotion;" and Trevor Rodriguez-Sotelo, "Using Labview to Make a Homemade Magnetic Needle Viscometer User-Friendly"
October 26, OGC 100 – Brian Greening and panel of faculty mentors and students, URGO and McNair Scholarship Showcase
November 1, OGC 100 – David Murr, Physics
November 9 , OGC 100 – Emmanuelle Wessels, Communication Studies
November 15, OGC 100 – Jennifer Bankers-Fulbright, Biology

If you plan to attend one of these sessions, RSVP to Sarah Hedstrom (hedstrom@augsburg.edu).

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Staff Development

These programs are intended to address the development needs for academic and administrative staff, and are co-sponsored with the Human Resources Department. This series is organized by Jessica Fox-Wilson, David Jones, and Tammy McBroom. Programs include the new staff orientation, new staff seminar, and the ongoing staff development series. In addition to programs designed specifically for staff, staff are invited to participate in most other programs offered by CTL, especially the community building and inclusiveness activities.

New Staff Series
As part of the orientation process, new staff are also expected to participate in a year-long seminar. Sessions are held quarterly on Wednesdays from 11:30-1:30, and include lunch. There are two cohorts: the fall cohort includes those who began work prior to September 1 and participated in the orientation. The spring cohort includes those who began after orientation. The sessions include pre-work and follow-up activities. The schedule for the fall cohort is as follows:

Fall Cohort – Marshall Room in Christensen
October 12 – Creating an Inclusive Work Environment (Jim Trelstad-Porter)
January 11 – Using Your Gifts in Meaningful Work (Dionne Doering)
April 11 – Developing Productive Relationships (Brad Lashbrook)
July 11 – Being an Engaged Augsburg Citizen (Jeff Swenson)

If you plan to attend one of these sessions, RSVP to Sarah Hedstrom (hedstrom@augsburg.edu).
Staff Development Series
All staff are invited to participate in the ongoing series designed for staff. This series addresses both personal and professional development needs. Sessions will be held on Tuesdays from 8:00-9:30, and will include light snacks. The workshops scheduled for 2011-12 include:

September 20, OGC 200 – Developing Intercultural Competence (Karen Lokkesmoe)
October 18, OGC 200 – Adapting to Interpersonal Differences (Kristen Chamberlain)
November 15, OGC 200 – Managing Personal Well-Being (TBD)
December 6, OGC 200 – Using Your Strengths at Work (Velma Lashbrook)
January 17, OGC 100 – Embracing Change and an Entrepreneurial Spirit (President Paul Pribbenow)
February 21, TBD – Identifying Needs and Strategies for Change (Lori Peterson and Andrea Turner?)
March 20, OGC 200 – Building a Case for Change (Jim Erchul and Staney Rostad)
April 17, Riverside – Collaborating Across Boundaries (Jessica Fox-Wilson and Judy Johnson)
May 22-24 – Creating an Inclusive Campus conference and working session
June 19, OGC 114 – Addressing Student Needs (Jennifer Simon and Ann Garvey)
July 17, OGC 114 – Getting Involved in Campus Work (Kelsey Richardson Blackwell and Nate Hallanger)
August 21, OGC 200 – Continuing to Learn: Preparing for the Future (TBD)

To RSVP for this series, please contact Sarah Hedstrom (hedstrom@augsburg.edu).

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Foundational Series on Student Learning

These workshops address basic teaching strategies for creating learning-centered experiences. They are held on the second Tuesday of each month from 8:00-9:30 am in OGC 100, and include a continental breakfast. Remaining sessions include:

October 11 – Designing Meaningful Learning Experiences (Tim Pippert)
November 8 – Developing a Learning-Centered Syllabus (Diane Pike)
February 14 – Designing and Assessing Written Assignments (Kathy Swanson)
March 13 – Designing and Assessing Group Assignments (Kristen Chamberlain)
April 10 – Integrating Online Learning Technologies (Cari Maguire and Scott Krenz)

If you plan to attend any of these sessions, RSVP to Sarah Hedstrom (hedstrom@augsburg.edu).

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Music Abroad: Amsterdam, Milan, Paris, Milan

Stop by Christensen Center (Einstein Bros.) from 1-2 to learn about Music Programs in Amsterdam, Milan, Paris, Milan through IES Abroad.

Faculty, students and staff welcome.

https://www.iesabroad.org/IES/Programs/Disciplines/Fine_And_Performing_Arts_Study_Abroad.html#3

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Teaching and Technology Tapas Workshop TODAY

Tapas are small plates of delicious food eaten as appetizers or combined to form a meal shared with friends. Similarly, our Teaching and Technology Tapas are tasty bite-sized topics presented in brief segments. You can drop by for just a few topics or stay to experience an entire workshop. Please join us as we highlight tools and concepts to use in your daily work.

"Teaching and Technology Tapas"
Wednesday, October 5 from 12:00 - 1:00 pm
Christensen Center Riverside Room

About the Workshop
Your LFC team and guest presenters will share a variety of tools and resources that can be applied in your day-to-day activities and in special projects that arise. The presentation will be informal so please feel free to come and go as your schedule allows - we've designed the program with this in mind! Community lunch participants are welcome. Content is appropriate for users with all levels of computing experience.

We look forward to seeing you!

A collection of Teaching and Technology Tapas topics and resources can be found on the Tapas moodle community site. Go to moodle community sites and enter 'tapas' in the search field near the bottom of the page.

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Join Alumni/Students at the Etiquette Dinner

Register today! Annual Alumni/Student Etiquette Dinner
Monday, November 21, 2011, 5:00 p.m. – Cost $10

Registration deadline date – November 11th

This will be an informative and fun evening! Enjoy dinner,networking, and learning the do's and don'ts of business etiquette. Great information for any business lunch or dinner! You will be surprised on what you will learn that you thought you already knew. Register at the Career & Internship Center office. Register by 11/11 and get 10 free business cards and be entered into a drawing to win a $25 Target gift card.

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Study Abroad Scholarship for Next Year-Due Nov. 14

The Fund for Education Abroad (FEA) is pleased to announce that the application for the 2012-2013 academic year and 2013 summer scholarships is now open! Applications can be accessed via our website at:
http://www.fundforeducationabroad.com/applicants/

FEA scholarships were designed by professionals in the field of Education Abroad to meet the growing need for financial resources to enable more students to go abroad. Scholarships will be up to $5,000 per semester and are not limited to specific programs, destinations, or fields of study. FEA will award funds for students planning to study abroad on academically rigorous programs with a preference for underrepresented students. The deadline for FEA scholarship applications is November 14, 2011.

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Spanish Conversation Meets this Thursday

Are you looking for a place to practice your Spanish conversation skills? If so, please join the Spanish conversation group for a relaxed and friendly gathering. All language levels are welcome - we promise there will be no grammar lessons! We meet every Thursday from 11:00 - 12:30 on the 2nd floor of the Christensen Center, in the Riverside Room. Come for 10 mins. or for the whole session, whatever works for you. You are welcome to bring your lunch. Questions? Contact Emiliano Chagil, ext. 1309; Anita Fisher, ext. 1082 or Kate Reinhardt, ext. 1081. We hope to see you there!

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HOURCAR Introduces Student Rate Plan

HOURCAR introduces its new student rate plan, available to all undergraduate college students. Urban college campuses throughout the Twin Cities are located in walkable, bike-friendly, and transit-rich neighborhoods where students can easily meet their daily needs without a car. And many of those colleges have an HOURCAR hub on campus or nearby, providing students with easy access to a car when they need one without the cost and inconvenience of keeping a car on campus.

Students can learn more and apply for HOURCAR membership at www.HOURCAR.org. Existing HOURCAR members who are students can contact us to request this new rate plan. Please do so from your .edu email address to verify that you are a student.

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Volunteer for the 2011 Franklin Frolic

Be a volunteer crossing guard at this year's Franklin Frolic! The event is from 12-5 on Saturday December 3.

You will help people get across Franklin Avenue at the intersections. You'll get plenty of warm up time, get to meet lots of wonderful Seward neighbors and see lots of art at the Seward Art Festival happening at the same time.

Please call Yasmine Robinson at 612-325-7614 or e-mail yas.robinson@gmail.com for more details!

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Study Abroad Deadlines Extended: 10/14, 10/21

Extended Deadlines:

OCTOBER 14 for...
*Spring Semester Abroad
https://studyabroad.augsburg.edu/index.cfm?Program_Type_ID=O&Program_Name=&pt=Spring+Semester%7F&pi=%7F&pc=%7F&pr=%7F&FuseAction=Programs.SearchResults&SimpleSearch=1

*Winter-Break: El Salvador
https://studyabroad.augsburg.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgram&Program_ID=28748

OCTOBER 21 for...
*Winter WEC: REL 300 in Mexico
https://studyabroad.augsburg.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgram&Program_ID=28750
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Next Steps:
P-A-C-K for your international experience!

P: Create your Online Profile
http://www.augsburg.edu/augsburgabroad/
This let's us know you are interested in study abroad and gives you access to advice about study abroad and information about program options

A: Attend a Group Advising Meeting.
Group Advising Meetings are held DAILY in Murphy Place. You'll find out about finances, academics, and how to research programs around the world.
See the schedule and request an advising meeting online at https://studyabroad.augsburg.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Abroad.Home#group

C: Choose a program.
Begin searching 300 + quality Augsburg and Affiliate programs in over 90 countries
https://studyabroad.augsburg.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.SimpleSearch

K: Keep Track of the Deadlines

questions? abroad@augsburg.edu and 612-330-1159
http://www.augsburg.edu/augsburgabroad/

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Free Lockers Available for Students

Campus Activities and Orientation has a limited number of lockers that students can reserve for their use for the academic year. These lockers are completely free and are located on the ground floor of Science Building. Lockers are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis, and priority is given to students who commute from off-campus. To find out more information on how to reserve a locker, contact AuBri Weatherspoon, CAO Student Administrative Assistant, via email at cao@augsburg.edu as soon as possible!

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Community Link Meeting Oct. 5, 4 p.m.

COMMUNITY LINK'S FIRST GENERAL MEETING:

4-5 PM FISH BOWL! October 5TH!

SO WHAT'S COMMUNITY LINK ANYWAY?

FIND OUT!


There will be great snacks, activities and a great opportunity for you to learn about the upcoming event Link is having and ways to be involved with the surrounding community by discussing past and new ideas.

see you 4-5 PM FISH BOWL! October 5TH THIS WEDNESDAY!

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Augsburg Dining Service

Einstein's now has a Steak Breakfast Sandwich which is available all day.

Don't forget you can still get the Auggie drink at Nabo as well as your favorite grill items.

Auggie Autumn Day in the Commons for Lunch:

Pork Loin stuffed w/Figs, Apricots, Dates and Walnuts
Green Chicken Chili Soup w/Corn Bread
Roasted Butternut Squash
Cauliflower Roasted w/Fresh Rosemary
Shepherds Pie
Pesto Zucchini Tomato Gratin
Kielbasa & Sauerkraut
Beef and Sweet Potato, Pumpkin Stew

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MN Government and Nonprofit Career Fair

MN Government and Nonprofit Career Fair
Friday, October 21, 2011
Great Hall, Coffman Memorial Union
U of M, Twin Cities Campus

10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Free to all students -Register by emailing careers@augsburg.edu

To Learn More Visit http://www.mcucsa.org/govjobfair
Sponsored by the MN College and University Career Services Association

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World Wednesdays: Music Performance in Vienna

Stop by Christensen Center Lobby TODAY between 10-1
to learn about Jacob Slattery and Spencer Miller's experience abroad studying Music in Vienna.

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Overcoming Depression TOMORROW

The Center for Counseling & Health Promotion invites you to hear filmmaker and mental health advocate Sean Campbell tell his personal story of learning to cope with depression, "Overcoming Depression and Creating Purpose: A Quest for Personal Wellness and Global Change." Sean will be speaking on Thursday, October 6th from 7:30 – 8:30 pm in East Commons (Christensen Center). Sean talks about the challenges of depression and anxiety in his own life, and shares the strategies he has developed to not only survive depression, but thrive. Sean is a 22-year-old college student from New York City, as well as an author, filmmaker, and award-winning mental health advocate. Sean has worked with student leaders in the Middle East and recently was filming a documentary in Tahrir Square. For more information, contact Beth Carlson at x1136.

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Senior Art Receptions - Friday

Katrina Caldwell & Janelle Christensen will have receptions for their senior art show on Friday, October 7, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Food and refreshments provided.

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Augsburg Coming Out Week Presents David Weiss

"Honoring the Promise to be There: Turning Back the (Anti-)Marriage Amendment in the Name of God"
Wednesday, October 12
7:30pm-9:00pm
Science 123

David Weiss—a theologian, poet, essayist, and former religion professor—will discuss the intersections around gender, sexuality, faith, and family. Using the Christian Bible as a guide, Weiss will also talk about marriage and the negative impact the constitutional amendment to ban same-sex marriage in Minnesota will have for all families.

A part of Augsburg Coming Out Week, happening October 10-14! Sponsored by Queer and Straight in Unity and LGBTQIA Services.

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Norway's Royal Family and the July 22nd Attacks

Hallgrim Berg, President of "Norwegians Worldwide" (Nordmanns-Forbundet) and former MP (Conservative Party), will speak on the role of the Norwegian royal family in the aftermath of July 22 at 1:30 on Friday, October 7 in the Riverside Room in Christensen Center. This lecture and "Q and A" in advance of the royal visit is free and open to the public.

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Fall Art Tour - Saturday

The eighth annual Fall Art Tour will take place on Saturday, October 8, 2011 from 1-5 pm. Free buses will run between ten local college and university art galleries. Enjoy art receptions, food and refreshments! For more information, visit www.actc-mn.org/academic/cagc.

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Bike the Art Tour

Grab a NICE RIDE bike and check out the art galleries during the eighth annual Fall Art Tour, taking place on Saturday, October 8, 1 – 5 p.m. The curators and gallery directors from the ten College Art Gallery Collaborative invite you to this year's free "neighborhood" gallery crawl including exhibition receptions, refreshments and music. For more information, visit www.actc-mn.org/academic/cagc.

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Interview with Success Workshop- TODAY

The Strommen Career and Internship Center would like to invite you to attend a workshop on How To Interview with Success on Wednesday, October 5, 2011 Cedar Room, Christensen Center from 4:45-5:30 p.m.
Open to all students.

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IES Study Abroad Today 10-1

Stop by Christensen Center today from 10-1 to learn about IES programs around the world.

www.iesabroad.org

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Fall Blood Drive Next Week

Thanks to the many students, faculty and staff that stopped by the Memorial Blood Center table at the CCHP health fair yesterday to get a time slot for donating blood next week!! There are still spots available!!

Every two seconds someone needs blood. Accidents happen 24/7, putting family, friends, and neighbors at risk. So give blood—the ultimate renewable resource. It's easy to do the right thing!

Memorial Blood Center will be on campus for our annual fall blood drive on Wednesday, October 12, 2011 from 10 - 4 pm in the East Commons in Christensen Center.

This year we are trying to make donating easier by having each donor sign-up online for their donation time. To sign-up online go to mbc.org/searchdrives and enter sponsor code 0027. You will then be able to see what times and how many slots are available. Follow the prompts and sign-up online.

If you want to speak to a live person to get your donation time, you can still call the CCHP office at 612-330-1707 and we can get you signed up to donate that way as well.

Augsburg College is helping save lives -- please sign up to donate TODAY!!

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"In the City" Admissions Event - October 6

Join us on the evening of Thursday, October 6th for Augsburg's fall "In The City" event! First, find out all the details on how you could earn a graduate degree in business (MBA), leadership (MAL), education (MAE) or nursing (MAN/DNP). Information sessions on each degree program will last one hour, complete with an Executive Bistro Dinner.

After the information session, board a Twin City Trolley and ride in style to the State Capitol "In The City" of St. Paul. Take a 60-minute adult tour that explores all aspects of the historic capitol building with a special walk up to the roof. Weather permitting, view the golden horse statuary at the base of the dome and admire the city lights of both St. Paul and Minneapolis! Our Twin City Trolleys will be waiting to chauffeur us back to Augsburg College.

R.S.V.P. to 612-330-1101. The Capitol tour is for adults only.

If you wish, bring some tube socks as a donation for the Augsburg Central Health Commons. The Health Commons is a place where Augsburg nursing students work with people in need. All donations are greatly appreciated!

Date: Thursday, October 6th, 2011
Schedule of Events:
5:15-5:30 p.m. Arrival and check-in at Oren Gateway Lobby
5:35-6:30 p.m. Information sessions and dinner
6:30-6:40 p.m. Board the Twin City Trolley
7:00-8:00 p.m. Evening tour of the Capitol
8:00-8:10 p.m. Board the Twin City Trolley
8:10-8:30 p.m. Arrive at Augsburg College

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Women's Resource Center Event Idea Meeting

It's a new school year and we at the Women's Resource Center want to hear what the Augsburg College community would like to see happening!!

Come share your ideas tomorrow, Wednesday Oct 5, 2011 at 4:30pm in the Women's Resource Center!

If you have any questions please contact Lucreshia Grant at grantl@augsburg.edu

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Festival of the Commons - Nobel Winner Ostrom

FESTIVAL OF THE COMMONS, Featuring ELINOR OSTROM, winner of the 2009 NOBEL PRIZE IN ECONOMICS

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7
3 p.m. Commons Gathering
Featuring the Brass Messengers and theater performance
on the plaza in front of the Foss Center, Augsburg College

3:30 p.m. Keynote address: Nobel Laureate Elinor Ostrom, "Constructing Common Property Regimes" followed by a discussion
Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center, Augsburg College

5:30-7 p.m. Commons Festival
Music, food trucks, local commons, clothing and book exchange and socializing in Murphy Square Park

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8
10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Commons Walking Tour of the West Bank
1-3 p.m. Commons Bike Tour of Minneapolis
Both starting and ending in Murphy Square Park

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Kudos to Counseling Center for Health Fair

Thanks to the Center for Counseling and Health Promotion staff for a wonderful Health Fair on Tues., Oct. 4. Great leadership by Dianne Detloff! Thanks to Nancy Guilbeault, Beth Carlson, Jon Vaugh-Fier, and Juneal Colburn-Lay.

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Auggie Athletics Update

Auggie Athletics Update (click on link for story/stats):

Tuesday, Oct. 4:
Women's Soccer -- Augsburg 4, Minnesota-Morris 1
http://athletics.augsburg.edu/news/2011/10/4/wsoc100411.aspx?path=wsoc


Upcoming Events:
http://athletics.augsburg.edu/

Friday, Oct. 7:
Volleyball -- St. Catherine at Augsburg, Si Melby Hall, 7 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 8:
M/W Cross Country -- Augsburg at Wisconsin-Parkside Lucian Rosa Invitational, 10 a.m.
Football -- St. Thomas at Augsburg, Edor Nelson Field, 1 p.m.
Women's Soccer -- Augsburg at Carleton, 1 p.m.
Volleyball -- Augsburg at Gustavus, 3 p.m.
Men's Soccer -- Carleton at Augsburg, Edor Nelson Field, 7 p.m.

Saturday-Monday, Oct. 8-10:
Men's Golf -- Augsburg at Gustavus Twin Cities Classic.

Tuesday, Oct. 11:
Women's Soccer -- St. Olaf at Augsburg, Edor Nelson Field, 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 12:
Volleyball -- Augsburg at Carleton, 7 p.m.
Men's Soccer -- Augsburg at St. Olaf, 4 p.m.

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Edmond Smith Named to National Team of Week

http://athletics.augsburg.edu/news/2011/10/4/fb100411.aspx?path=football

MINNEAPOLIS -- For the second straight week, an Augsburg College football player was named to the D3football.com national Team of the Week. Defensive lineman Edmond Smith (SR, Minneapolis, Minn./North HS) earned the honor on Tuesday for his accomplishments during Augsburg's 35-14 win over Carleton on Saturday.

Smith, who was named Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Defensive Player of the Week on Monday, led the Auggies with a career-high 16 tackles (five solo), including a half-sack, 2.0 tackles for-loss and a fumble recovery, in Augsburg's win on Saturday over the Knights. The 16-tackle effort was Smith's second double-digit tackle effort of the season.

A defensive tackle, Smith was one of the keys to Augsburg's second-half comeback, as the Auggies rallied from a 14-0 halftime deficit with 35 unanswered points in the second half. Augsburg's defense limited the Knights' offense to just 63 total yards in the second half -- 10 passing yards and 53 rushing yards. The Auggies also forced four Carleton turnovers, with each sparking Augsburg scoring drives. Augsburg's defense limited the Knights to 280 yards of total offense in the game.

Smith had seven assisted tackles, including 1.5 for-loss, in the second half. He was part of at least one tackle on five of Carleton's eight second-half drives. He recovered a fumble with 2:18 left in the game that started Augsburg's final scoring drive of the afternoon.

On the season, Smith leads the team in tackles (42, 19 solo), tackles for-loss (8.5 for 26 yards) and sacks (4.0 for 18 yards). He currently stands second in the MIAC in tackles per-game (overall stats) at 10.5.

The Team of the Week is chosen by the staff of D3football.com, a national site that covers NCAA Division III football. Last week, defensive back Tyler Phillips (SR, Lino Lakes, Minn./Centennial HS) was named to the Team of the Week after his 13-tackle performance in Augsburg's 32-31 win at St. John's.

Augsburg is unbeaten at 4-0 overall, 3-0 in MIAC play, setting up a matchup of unbeatens next Saturday (10/8) at 1 p.m. at Edor Nelson Field, as Augsburg hosts St. Thomas (5-0 overall, 3-0 MIAC). The 4-0 start marks the third time in school history that Augsburg has started a season 4-0 (1973 and 2008 seasons), and the fifth time that Augsburg has been unbeaten after its first four games of the year (Augsburg started 2-0-2 in 1928, 3-0-1 in 1929, 5-0 in 1973 and 4-0 in 2008).

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Auggie Men's Soccer Moves up in National Rankings

http://athletics.augsburg.edu/news/2011/10/4/msoc100411.aspx?path=msoc

MINNEAPOLIS -- The Augsburg College men's soccer team made a significant move up in the two major NCAA Division III national rankings, released on Tuesday.

The Auggies, now 8-1-1 overall and atop the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference standings with a 4-0-0 record, moved into the National Soccer Coaches Association of America Division III national rankings for the first time, sitting in the No. 15 spot in the national rankings. In the NSCAA's North Region rankings, the Auggies moved up from the No. 5 spot to the No. 2 spot, only behind the lone team to beat the Auggies this season -- Loras (Iowa). In the D3soccer.com Top 25 national poll, the Auggies moved from the No. 23 spot to the No. 20 spot this week.

Augsburg claimed its seventh shutout of the season on Sunday with a 3-0 victory at Wisconsin-Platteville, two days after dropping a 1-0 decision at Loras. In building an 8-1-1 record so far this season, Augsburg has outscored its opponents by a 20-3 margin, and its 0.29 team goals-against-average is fourth-best among NCAA Division III teams in the latest national statistics rankings. Augsburg's 0.7 shutouts-per-game average is ninth-best nationally.

Sophomore goalkeepers Clayton Lynch (SO, Cedar Rapids, Iowa/Xavier HS) and Will Morlock (SO, Grand Haven, Mich.) have been solid, with Lynch netting four shutouts and a 0.32 goals-against-average in his six starts (nine shutouts in 14 career starts), and Morlock recording three shutouts and a 0.25 GAA in his four starts (11 shutouts in 18 career starts).

Augsburg hosts Carleton this Saturday at 7 p.m. at Edor Nelson Field. The Knights are tied for second place in the MIAC standings with a 3-0-1 league record (5-3-2 overall).

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