Public Safety and Facilities Announcements
Teaching and Learning
- Apply to Study Abroad in Egypt by FRIDAY
- Speaking of Scholarship
- Community Inclusiveness: Somali Voices
- Leadership Series
- The Jessica Nathanson Scholarly Writing Retreat
- Blended Learning Series
- Well-Being Series
- Foundational Series on Student Learning
- CTL Grant Application Due Dates
- February CTL Activities At-A-Glance
- Thinking About Teaching and Advising - TODAY
General Announcements
- Polar Bear Plunge
- Fulbright Information Session
- Asiago Cheddar Steak and Egg Sandwich Is Back
- 50% off Clearance Clothing - Today Only
- Spanish Conversation: "The Word of the Week"
- Graduation Information - Please Read
- Nominations Needed for Staff Recognition Awards
- Interfaith Scholar Program Applications
- Free Lockers Available for Students
- Going Away Reception for Eric Addington
- Bookstore is Now Carrying Cans of Pepsi
- 13th Annual Augsburg Leadership Awards Nominations
- Bargain Books are Marked Down
- French Short Film Festival this Friday
- Dining Services
Event Announcements
Keeping Track of Auggies
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Auggie Athletics
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Classifieds
Public Safety and Facilities Announcements
Win a $50 Visa Gift Card
Augsburg DPS is on Facebook! 'Like' our page on Facebook and post or submit a photo of yourself with one or more of our uniformed officers to be entered in a drawing to win a $50 Visa Gift Card. Submissions are due by the 21st, can be as creative or funny as you wish, and the contest is open to all non-DPS Augsburg students, staff, and faculty. The winner will be announced in the February 24th edition of the Augsburg Echo.
Submissions can also be e-mailed to security@augsburg.edu
How Will You Know?
Register NOW for Augsburg College Emergency Notifications "Augsburg Alerts". Registration options include text message, voice mail, or e-mail alerts during a campus emergency. Know right away if there is an emergency and know what actions to take to keep yourself safe!
For more information, view the Augsburg Alerts announcement:
http://web.augsburg.edu/dps/ACAlerts.pdf
Teaching and Learning
Apply to Study Abroad in Egypt by FRIDAY
Want to experience another country this summer? Need to get TWO LAFs out of the way over the summer so you can graduate on time? Have we got the experience of a LIFETIME for you!
We've extended the application deadline to apply to study Political and Civic Engagement in Egypt this summer, till this Friday February 10! So now is your chance - come into the study abroad office for an advising session to get started!
Political & Civic Engagement: Egypt
May 19-June 5, 2012
HIS 195 & POL 160/461; 2 credits
AugExperience; Humanities LAF (HIS 195) SBS LAF (POL 160 only) or POL/IR/PGS Elective
Examine the political movements in the Middle East and explore how grassroots civic engagement plays a role in modern Egypt, while you visit ancient sites and ride a camel!
Faculty: Mohamed Sallam & Joseph Underhill
Advising sessions are available 1-2 times everyday of the semester - see the schedule here: https://studyabroad.augsburg.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Abroad.Home#group
Apply by February 10!
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.
During the spring, the remaining presenters are:
February 15,OGC 100 - Nancy Steblay, Psychology, "Eyewitness Identification"
March 6, Lindell 301- Hans Wiersma, Religion, "Engaging Media and Messages in Religion" (or session before or after)
March 27, OGC 100- Laura Boisen and Maryann Syers, Social Work
If you plan to attend one of these sessions, please rsvp to Sarah Hedstrom (hedstrom@augsburg.edu.
Community Inclusiveness: Somali Voices
To serve our neighbors and be inclusive of all members of our community, we need to learn more about each other. This year, CTL in conjunction with the Sabo Center and Pan-Afrikan Student Services is offering a series of opportunities to learn more. These include:
February 14, 3:30-5:00, OGC 113 – Faculty Experiences in Somali Community Engagement (Mary Laurel True and faculty panel of Jeanine Gregoire,-Education; Robert Tom,-Art; Lars Christensen,-Sociology; Matt Maruggi,-Religion; Frankie Shackelford, Modern Languages: Robert Stacke,-Music; Sarah Myers,-Theater; Annette Gerten, Social Work)
March 13,3 :30-5:00, OGC 100 – Somali Student Experience at Augsburg (Mohamed Sallam and student panel)
April 10, 2:00-5:00. meet in OGC Atrium – Walking Tour of Our Neighborhood with Mary Laurel True and Steve Peacock, Sabo Center
To rsvp for these sessions, please contact Sarah Hedstrom (hedstrom@augsburg.edu).
Leadership Series
This series is designed for all campus leaders, and is offered on Tuesdays. It includes the following spring sessions:
February 15, OGC100, 4:00-6:00 – Influencing: Adapting to Interpersonal Differences (Brad Lashbrook) – NOTE DATE CHANGE
March 13, Marshall, 4:00-6:00 – Executing: Leading Teams (Aaron Griess)
April 24, Marshall, 4:15-6:00 – 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).
The Jessica Nathanson Scholarly Writing Retreat
The third annual Scholarly Writing Retreat will be held at Dunrovin Retreat Center near Marine on St. Croix from 10:00 am on Tuesday, May 29 to 1:00 pm on Thursday, May 31. Initiated by Jessica Nathanson, the retreat gives scholars time and space to work on scholarship, undistracted by meetings, classes, or even children and family responsibilities. Some come to plan an approach to a new project to be completed over the summer; others use it as an opportunity to finish articles they have been working on during the year. Those interested in participating should contact Sarah Hedstrom (hedstrom@augsburg.edu). Registrants are accepted on a first come-first serve basis.
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.
The Blended Learning Series, co-sponsored by IT, is offered from 8:30-10:00 on Third Wednesdays in Lindell 202, and includes the following remaining spring workshops:
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)
If you plan to attend any of these sessions, please rsvp to Sarah Hedstrom (hedstrom@augsburg.edu)
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 and a diagnostic. It consists of the following remaining sessions:
February 17 – Financial Well-Being (Ashok Kapoor and Stephanie Ruckel)
March 16 – Physical Well-Being (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).
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. Spring sessions include:
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, please rsvp to Sarah Hedstrom (hedstrom@augsburg.edu)
CTL Grant Application Due Dates
Faculty Summer Scholarship Grant Applications due March 15
Two Dean's Summer Scholarship Grants ($4000) and two Grangaard Summer Scholarship Grants ($2000) are available to support faculty summer scholarship activities. Applications should be submitted electronically no later than March 15. For more information and to receive an application form, contact Velma Lashbrook (lashbroo@augsburg.edu.)
Instructional & Course Design Grant Proposals due March 15
Up to eight Instructional and Course Design Grants ($3000 each) are available to support faculty summer course design activities, using L. Dee Fink's Creating Significant Learning Experiences and D. Randy Garrison & Norman D. Vaughan's Blended Learning in Higher Education. The purpose of these grants is to support the development of instructional design skills, as well as their application to a specific course. Tim Pippert and Cari Maguire serve as consultants for grant recipients. Applications are due no later than March 15. For more information and a proposal form, and to submit applications, contact Velma Lashbrook (lashbroo@augsburg.edu).
February CTL Activities At-A-Glance
The remaining February activities include:
Thursday, February 9, 11:50-1:20 pm, Foss 175 – Thinking About Teaching and Advising: "Development of a Course Reaching Across Disciplines to Provide an Integrated Overview of Nutrition and the Physiological Impact on Health and Performance" (Tony Clapp & Pat Martinic).
Thursday, February 9, 7:00-9:00 pm, Hoversten Theater – CTL Night at the Theater: "365 Days/365 Plays" directed by Martha Johnson.
Friday, February 10, 12:00-1:30 pm, Lindell 202 – Resilience Reading Circle: (Sarah Hedstrom)
Tuesday, February 14, 8:00-9:30, OGC 100 – Foundational Learning Series: "Designing and Assessing Written Assignments" (Kathy Swanson)
Tuesday, February 14, 3:30-5:00 pm, OGC 113 – Community Inclusiveness: Somali Voices: "Faculty Experiences in Somali Community Engagement" (Mary Laurel True and faculty panel of Jeanine Gregoire,-Education; Robert Tom,-Art; Lars Christensen,-Sociology; Matt Maruggi,-Religion; Frankie Shackelford, Modern Languages and Cultural Studies: Robert Stacke,-Music; Sarah Myers,-Theater; Annette Gerten, Social Work)
Wednesday, February 15, 8:30-10:00, Lindell 202 – Blended Learning Series: "Web Access: Universal Online Design Principles" (Hans Wiersma, Eric Strom, and CLASS resources)
Wednesday, February 15, OGC100, 4:00-6:00 – Leadership Series: Influencing: "Adapting to Interpersonal Differences" (Brad Lashbrook)
Wednesday, February 15, 12:00-1:30 pm, OGC 100 – Speaking of Scholarship: "Eyewitness Identification" (Nancy Steblay)
Thursday, February 16, 11:50-1:20 pm, OGC 100 – Thinking About Teaching and Advising: "New Work on Teaching Effectively: Examining Halpern and Stephenson's Applying the Science of Learning to the Art of Teaching"" (Diane Pike)
*Thursday, February 16, 2:00-3:30 pm, Lindell 202 – Mindful Dialogue: Ch. 4-5: "Learning in the Collective and The Personal With the Collective" (Annette Gerten). Douglas Thomas and John Seeley Brown's A New Culture of Learning: Cultivating the Imagination for a World of Constant Change.
Friday, February 17, 12:00-1:30 pm, Augsburg Room – Well Being Series: "Financial Well-Being" (Ashok Kapoor and Stephanie Ruckel)
Monday, February 20, 12:00-1:20 pm, OGC 100 – Ideas About Inclusiveness: "Effective Strategies for ESL and Generation 1.5 Students" (Cari Maguire)
Monday, February 20, 3:40-5:00, OGC 100 - Embedding Diversity and Global Learning: Intercultural Competence – "Using Cultural Immersion to Develop Better Understanding of Other Cultures" (Orv Gingerich and Cheryl Leuning)
Tuesday, February 21, 3:00-5:00 pm, Marshall Room – Core Curriculum and Graduation Skills: "Teaching and Assessing Writing Skills" (Kathy Swanson and Jennifer Bankers-Fulbright)
*Tuesday, February 21, 3:40-5:00 pm, OGC ??,– Reading Circle: "Implications for Augsburg" (Marty Stortz and Merilee Klemp.). Martha Nussbaum's Not for Profit: Why Democracy Needs the Humanities.
Wednesday, February 23, 11:50-1:20 pm, OGC 100– Thinking About Teaching and Advising: "Engaging the Classroom with the Community: Service Learning and Other Experiential Opportunities at Augsburg" (Matt Maruggi and Mary Laurel True)
*Thursday, February 23, 3:10-4:30, OGC 100 – Reading Circle: Ch. 7-12. David Brooks' The Social Animal: The Hidden Sources of Love, Character, and Virtue, led by Jacqui DeVries.
Thursday, February 23, 7:30-9:00 pm, Mitchell Auditorium, St. Scholastica, Duluth– "Why Democracy Needs the Humanities" (Martha Nussbaum).
*Monday, February 27, 8:30-10:00, Lindell 202 – Leader-Manager Learning Circle: Ch. 8-9: "Built to Last" (Velma Lashbrook). Jim Collins' Good to Great.
Monday, February 27, 12:00-1:20, OGC 100 – Ideas About Inclusiveness: "Mentoring Students with Psychiatric Disabilities" (Sheila Fox Wassink and panel)
Tuesday, February 28, 8:00-9:30 am, OGC 100 – Staff Development Series: "Identifying Needs and Strategies for Change" (Lori Peterson and Andrea Turner)
*-These are continuing book groups, no longer open to new participants.
Thinking About Teaching and Advising - TODAY
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.
Remaining sessions during the spring are as follows:
February 9, Foss 175 – Tony Clapp & Pat Martinic "Development of a Course Reaching Across Disciplines to Provide an Integrated Overview of Nutrition and the Physiological Impact on Health and Performance"
February 16, OGC 100 – Diane Pike, "New Work on Teaching Effectively: Examining Halpern and Stephenson's Applying the Science of Learning to the Art of Teaching"
February 23, OGC 100 – Matt Maruggi and Mary Laurel True, "Engaging the Classroom with the Community: Service Learning and Other Experiential Opportunities at Augsburg"
March 8, OGC 100 – TBD
March 15, OGC 100 – Joe Underhill, "Project-Based and Applied Learning"
March 29, OGC 100 – Garry Hesser, "Teaching by Immersion: Interim Redux"
If you plan to attend any of these sessions, please rsvp to Sarah Hedstrom (hedstrom@augsburg.edu).
General Announcements
Polar Bear Plunge
Greetings Augsburg Community,
It is I, Officer Bob Peterson, your favorite Public Safety Officer, here to let you know that it's that time of year again my teammates the "Masons of Minnesota" and I will be participating in the Polar Bear Plunge. The Polar Bear plunge is an event sponsored by the Minnesota Law Enforcement Association to raise money for the Minnesota Special Olympics.
The Special Olympics is an organization that helps individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities through organized sporting activities.
This year will be our second year participating in the Polar Bear Plunge. In 2011 our team raised $6,200 dollars. This year we have set our goals higher, we have committed ourselves to be an official sponsor. Our goal for 2012 is to raise a minimum of $20,000 dollars in pledges. Thus far, the Masons of Minnesota have raised $5,154 dollars for this event. We have also spoken with Minnesota Masonic Charities and have secured a grant of $10,000 dollars which brings our pledge total to $15,154 dollars.
As I mentioned our team's goals are higher, and we need your assistance. If you would like to support us by making a tax deductible monetary pledge please visit the link listed below.
If you would like to participate by joining our team to "take the plunge" please contact me via email. The plunge will take place at Thomas Beach at Lake Calhoun on Saturday March 3rd, 2012 the exact plunge time is to be determined. Hope to see you there!
Fulbright Information Session
Each year, approximately 1,500 Americans traveling more than 130 countries receive support from the Fulbright U.S. Student Program. Program participants pursue graduate or professional study, advanced research or English teaching in elementary and secondary schools or universities.
Come to this information session to learn more about the program and its application process as well as hear from former Augsburg students who have received Fulbright program fellowships.
When?
Thursday, February 23
5:00-6:30 pm
Where?
Marshall Room, Christensen Center
*Mesa pizza will be provided*
Asiago Cheddar Steak and Egg Sandwich Is Back
A customer favorite returns!
The steak and cheddar egg sandwich is made on a toasted Asiago bagel with spicy sriracha cream cheese, fresh eggs or egg whites, and sirloin steak.
Pick up one for breakfast on your way to class at the Einstein Bros. Bagel shop in Christensen Center!
50% off Clearance Clothing - Today Only
Today only! All clearance clothing is 50% off! Stop by the bookstore and stock up on Auggie gear!
Spanish Conversation: "the Word of the Week"
Join our Spanish Conversation Group this Thursday for a conversation in English and/or Spanish when we will view and discuss a short video that focuses on the lack of justice currently occurring in Honduras. – In addition weekly we'll have "the word of the week" section, and this Thursday's word is:
Guagua: f (fam) 1 (Andes) (bebé) baby 2 (Cuba) (autobús) bus
We meet at 11:00-1:00pm. in Riverside room., 2nd fl., Christensen Center. Signs will be posted. Stay for as long as you like or bring your lunch if you wish. Questions? Contact Emiliano Chagil, ext. 1309; Anita Fisher, ext. 1082 or Kate Reinhardt, ext. 1081. - We hope to see you there!
Graduation Information - Please Read
Graduating in May?
It is time to reserve your cap & gown! The deadline for May Graduates to reserve cap and gowns online is March 16th. www.herffjones.com/college/augsburg You will not need to pay until you pick them up! Cap and Gowns will be ready to purchase on April 20th at the Grad Fair in the bookstore. All late orders will incur a $10.00 late charge and must be placed in the bookstore. Reserve your Cap & Gown today!
Graduating in July?
Cap and Gowns must be reserved online by April 13th. www.herffjones.com/college/augsburg You will not need to pay until you pick up! Cap & Gowns will be ready to purchase on May 19th at the WEC/Masters Grad Fair on May 19th. 10:30am-1:00pm. All late orders will incur a $10.00 late charge and must be placed in the bookstore.
Prices for Cap & Gowns
Bachelor's Cap, Gown & Tassel - $52.95
Master's Cap, Gown, Tassel, & Hood -$91.00
Bachelor's gown only- $33.95
Master's gown only - $36.00
Cap $10.00
Tassel $11.00
Hood $36.00
Nominations Needed for Staff Recognition Awards
The Staff Senate invites the community to nominate staff in order to acknowledge their accomplishments and contributions. The recipients of the Staff Recognition Award will be recognized at the Staff Appreciation Event, March 8th.
To nominate a member of the staff, please complete the Nomination Form, including two letters of recommendation. The nomination form and letters are due by Friday, February 17, at 4:00pm to Missy Motl (CB 314).
This award is intended to recognize exceptional Augsburg staff members who exemplify the mission statement of the college through their actions. Recipients of this award consistently go above and beyond the call of duty by providing exceptional service to others and/or making innovative and outstanding contributions to enhance the objectives of their department or the Augsburg community.
Please follow this link to view the nomination form: http://web.augsburg.edu/~motl/NominationForm2012.doc
Previous Year's Recipients:
2011- Michael Grewe, Nathan Lind, Dulce Monterrubio, Amanda Storm, Paul Terrio, and Lori York
2010- Janine Borchardt, Mark Chamberlain, Paul Grauer, Susan Hecker, Carrie Shidla, and Howard Weiss
2009- Carrie Carroll, Kathy Fagen, Lil Maunu, Bruce Rowe, Cyndy Rowe, and Kathy Rumpza
Interfaith Scholar Program Applications
The Interfaith Scholars are a group of students who are interested in exploring the religious diversity of the Augsburg student body, the wider Twin Cities community, and the United States through inter-religious dialogue and action. These students earn 1.0 upper division credit in the Religion Department (REL 407/408), and receive a $1,000 scholarship.
This group meets twice monthly for an academic seminar and for interfaith service learning projects. We invite religious believers from a variety of traditions as well as the non-religious to apply in order to converse respectfully with others about what one believes, why it matters and how it propels us to service in the world.
Who is eligible?
- Current students who have completed Religion 100, have an interest in interfaith dialogue, and would be able to participate the entire 2012-2013 academic year.
Applications are available in the Campus Ministry Office (Foss 100) or by contacting Lonna Field at 612.330.1467, acfl@augsburg.edu
The application deadline is Friday, March 2, 2012.
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. Please go to http://web.augsburg.edu/cao to find the locker request form and return it to the Auggie's Nest located on the basement level of Christensen Center.
For questions, email AuBri Weatherspoon at cao@augsburg.edu
Going Away Reception for Eric Addington
Student Financial Services invites the Augsburg community to join us in celebrating Eric Addington, Associate Director of Financial Aid, as he embarks upon new professional challenges at St. John's University. Please join us on Thursday, February 23rd at 3 pm in the Marshall Room to wish him well.
Bookstore is Now Carrying Cans of Pepsi
The bookstore is now carrying cans of Pepsi (75 cents) in the cooler and cases (3.97).
13th Annual Augsburg Leadership Awards Nominations
Nominations are now being accepted for the 13th annual Augsburg Leadership Awards! Students, staff, faculty, alums, and community members are strongly encouraged to nominate their fellow student leaders, student groups, and student group advisors for a variety of awards. People may also nominate themselves or a student group in which they are involved. Winners will be honored at the Augsburg Leadership Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, April 10th at 4:30 PM.
To submit a nomination, simply follow the link: http://augsburg.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_e4WUPOlfotM7LPS
Please keep in mind that all nominations are due by Friday, March 16 at 4:30 pm. For questions, contact Michael Grewe at grewe@augsburg.edu.
Bargain Books are Marked Down
All bargain books have been marked down - stop by the bookstore today for great deals!
French Short Film Festival this Friday
Explore language and culture outside of the classroom. The French Short Film Festival, Les Lutins du court metrage is currently showing Fridays, Feb 10 & 17, 7 pm at St Anthony Main Cinema. All award-winning French and European short films are shown in French with English subtitles. Tickets are $5 to $8.50. Un peu d'histoire: Since 1998, the biggest young talents of French cinema have been featured in a short film festival called Les Lutins du Court Métrage. This year, the Alliance Française de Minneapolis/St. Paul hosts this film festival at the St. Anthony Main Cinema for six Friday evenings beginning January 13. For more information, go to http://www.afmsp.org/Events/LesLutinsduCourtM%C3%A9trage/tabid/712/Default.aspx
Dining Services
Did you know you can purchase flex points online at Augsburg.aviands.com/flex-points.
You can pay with a credit card or charge to your student account.
Make your reservations for the Valentines Lunch or Dinner. Contact the catering department at ext 6474.
Nabo
Lunch special of the day: BLT Salad with a bread stick and a fountain soda. for $5.99.
Commons
Lunch Today
Marketplace: Sweet and Sour Chicken, White Rice, Pulled Pork Sandwich, Spicy Curly Fries, Veggies
Bravo: Wild Mushroom Stuffed Shells, Garlic Breadsticks
World Flavors: Pad Thai Thursday
Vege: Tofu Meatball BBQ Sandwich, Sweet Potato Fries, Parmesan Zucchini Gratin, Mushroom Asparagus Risotto
Einsteins
Back for a limited time is the Asiago Ranch Steak Egg Sandwich.
Our featured sandwich is the Maple Oatmeal Bagel Sandwich. We also have a new Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Muffin. We have soup every day and we always offer the Turkey Chili. Come and try our Valentines heart sugar cookies, for a limited time only.
Event Announcements
STEM Graduate School Roundtables
Come join alumna Gaby Hamerlinck and other University of Iowa STEM graduate students for a roundtable discussion about graduate school
WHAT IS GRAD SCHOOL, HOW TO GET IN, WHAT TO EXPECT AND EVERYTHING IN-BETWEEN!
When: Friday, February 10
2:30-3:30 p.m. or 4:30-5:30 p.m.*
*Repeat sessions – attend either!
Informal meet & greet from 3:30-4:30
No RSVP necessary – all interested students welcome
Where: Science 108
Alumna Gaby Hamerlinck graduated in 2010 with a double major in biology and mathematics. While at Augsburg, she did research in mathematical biology with John Zobitz and Augsburg student Kayla Johnson. She was a McNair Scholar, a North Star STEM Fellow, and a member of both the women's soccer and track teams. She is currently pursuing a doctorate in biology at the University of Iowa, where she is studying phylogenetic relationships of Rhagoletis fruit flies and their associated parasitic wasps as well as mathematically modeling preadaptive traits to predict the outcomes of evolutionary competitions. On Friday, February 10, she will visit Augsburg with several other graduate students in STEM fields to discuss the graduate school experience.
Vocatio Chapel with Deanna Thompson
Please join us on Wednesday, February 15 at 10:20 a.m. as we continue the "All Shook Up: The Call to Change" Vocatio Chapel Series.
Deanna Thompson, professor of religion at Hamline University in Saint Paul, will be speaking on "Hoping for More: Cancer, Faith, and God's Future". At Hamline, Deanna Thompson teaches courses in theology, ethics, women's studies and African American studies. Author of Crossing the Divide: Luther, Feminism and the Cross (Fortress, 2004),Thompson speaks and writes widely on the intersections of Lutheran theology and feminist theology. Her most recent work includes a theological commentary on Deuteronomy (forthcoming with Westminster John Knox) and a theo-memoir on living with cancer entitled Hoping for More (due out this summer with Cascade Press).
Students, faculty, and staff are welcome to attend a luncheon with Deanna Thompson from 11:00 a.m. - Noon. Please RSVP to Lonna Field at fieldl@augsburg.edu by February 13.
Keith Wyche, CEO Cub Foods, Speaks TODAY
Strommen Executive Speakers Series
Featuring Keith Wyche, President, CUB Foods
TODAY, February 9, 2012
5:00-6:00 p.m.
Sateren Auditorium
With more than 30 years of experience in some of corporate America's most notable companies, including Pitney Bowes, AT&T and IBM, Keith Wyche is among the highest ranking African American executives in the US. In January, 2010, Mr. Wyche was named President, CUB Foods, a $3 billion retail grocery chain that is part of the $40 billion SUPERVALU corporation. An expert author and speaker on career growth, success and leadership, Mr. Wyche will share his thoughts and experience on how to move up the corporate ladder. We hope you can join us at this enlightening presentation!
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YUM!! February 11 is Girl Scout Cookie Go Day
Thin Mints, Do Si Dos, Tagalongs, Samoas, Trefoils, Thank U Berry Munch, Dulce De Leche, and Savannah Smiles (replacement for Lemon Chalet Creme in honor of the 100th anniversary of Girl Scouting)
My name is Lauren and I am selling Girl Scout Cookies again this year. Our troop goal is 600 boxes and we will be using the money to go to spring camp and to buy supplies for our Bronze Award activities. The Bronze Award is the highest award a Girl Scout Junior can earn and our community project to earn this award is to develop a relationship with the residents at a local senior living center. We spend time with them reading, talking, playing Bingo, and making crafts, and we plan to build a portable garden cart to move between the rooms.
If you would like to order cookies, please send your email address to GSTroop12899@hotmail.com and we will send out an online order email on Feb 11th - the first day cookies go on sale! We will deliver on Tuesdays/Thursdays around 4pm and anytime between 9am-8pm on Saturdays. If those times do not work, we can make other arrangements.
The price is $3.50 per box and payment is due on delivery.
We are also accepting cookie donations for the US Troops and the ICA Food Shelf.
Thanks!