Crime Alert: Burglary in Old Main

April 11, 2012: Burglary

Public Safety was notified this morning of unauthorized entry into a locked area in Old Main. Staff in the office believes a burglary happened between 3 pm yesterday and 7 am this morning. It appears the offender(s) gained entry into the suite through an open window. They then forced entry into individual offices and rummaged through desk drawers. At this time, it appears that power chords were taken. If you have any information about this crime, please report to Public Safety Dispatch 612-330-1717 or Minneapolis Police 911.

You Can Help Prevent Crime at Augsburg!

Immediately report any suspicious activity to the Minneapolis Police or Augsburg DPS.

Always lock office windows, individual office doors and the suite door whenever you leave, even if you will only be gone briefly. Most home burglaries take only 3 to 5 minutes, office burglaries can take even less time.

If you misplace or do not have a key, please call x1717 and ask us to come and lock the office. Please wait in the office until we arrive.

Do not prop open doors. If you see a door propped open, close the door and report it to DPS by calling 1717.

Keep valuables out of view. If possible, secure them in a locking drawer or cabinet. Better yet, take your valuables with you or leave them at home.

Keep your keys on your person at all times.

Back up your data. Your files can easily be backed up to your network folder or a USB drive. Don't risk losing your notes, research and other work. If you have any questions about the best way to back up your data, talk to your LFC or to Student Computing.

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AIS Fall Courses

Fall Semester 2012

AIS 105-Introduction to American Indian studies Tu/Th 9:40-11:10 Marubbio
Designed to introduce students to the content areas of the American Indian Studies curriculum, this course includes an overview of American Indian history, federal Indian policy, land issues, reservation and urban issues, cross-cultural influences, and American Indian literature, art, music, and language.(fulfills engaging MPLS)

AIS 264-American Indians in the Cinema Tu/Th 1:30-3 Buffalohead
Indians in the Cinema surveys various images of American Indians created by Hollywood and television. Focusing on films from the 1910s to the present, the course provides an understanding of how American Indians were portrayed in film historically, how this image has evolved over the past century, and how it is reflective of Western cultural and racial ideologies.

REL 370- American Indian Spirituality W 6-9 Jacobson
Religious beliefs, spiritual customs, and philosophy of North American Indians are studied. Tribal similarities and differences are explored as are tribal relationships with nature, religious oversight of life cycles, sacred ritual ceremonies, and beliefs in an afterlife. (fulfills writing skills req.)


ENL 255-American Indian Literature Tu/Th 1:30-3 Marubbio
American Indian literature offers a survey of contemporary American Indian writing, including non-fiction, fiction, poetry, and drama. The course explores the richness and diversity of American Indian literature, and the ways in which literature reflects and illuminates American Indian culture and traditions. The course emphasizes close readings of literature and public speaking skills through in-class presentation and small group discussion.(fulfills speaking skills req.)

OJB 111-Beginning Ojibwe MW 6:30-9:15 Greschyk
An introduction to the language and culture of the Ojibwe (Chippewa). Emphasis is on vocabulary, reading, writing, and conversational skills. Classroom practice will include linguistic patterns and oral interaction.

HIS 236-American Indian History MWF 11-12 Buffalohead
A study of the native people of North America from the pre-Columbian period through European exploration and settlement to the present, emphasizing American Indian contributions to world culture, tribal structure, and inter-governmental relations.

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Spring WEC Class: Intro to American Indian Studies

Spring WEC Class: Intro to American Indian Studies

Looking for classes to take in the spring?

The American Indian Studies department has Introduction to American Indian Studies: (AIS 105) for this spring trimester. This class meets on Sundays 1:00-5:00pm.

This class is designed to introduce students to the content areas of the American Indian studies curriculum; this course includes an overview of American Indian history, federal Indian policy, land issues, reservation and urban issues, cross-cultural influences, and American Indian literature, art, music, and language.

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Explore the World through Film

Interested in world travel without the expense? From April 12th –May 3rd you can explore many destinations and cultures just by going to St. Anthony Main Theatre for the Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival. The program of this exciting three-week celebration of independent filmmaking from around the globe will include some 250 documentary, narrative, and short films from more than 60 countries, visits from numerous international filmmakers and celebrities, and a host of gala events, parties, and receptions. Here you can read the sneak peek by Chris Hewitt of the Pioneer Press: http://www.twincities.com/news/ci_20335536/minneapolis-st-paul-international-film-festival-sneak-peek?source=rss

For more information go to: http://www.mspfilmfest.org/2012/. Explore and enjoy!

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Congrats to Augsburg Leadership Award Recipients

Campus Activities and Orientation would like to congratulate the recipients of the 2011-2012 Augsburg Leadership Awards! They include:

Angela Bonfiglio, Linda Schrempp Alberg Endowed Leadership Award
Arianna Genis, Student Leader of the Year
Thaddeus Rbyka, Student Leader Service Work Award
Sawiya Hassan & AuBri Weatherspoon, Student Leader Social Justice Award
Priti Bhowmik, Outstanding First-Year of the Year Award
Darius Gray, Kesang Olsen, & Chad Thompson, Outstanding Sophomore of the Year Awards
Kwame Collins & Kandace Bostick, Outstanding Junior of the Year Awards
Chris Fleming, Billy Hamilton, & Chue Xue Lee, Outstanding Senior of the Year Awards

MPIRG, Student Group of the Year
Bonner Leaders, Student Group Service Work Award
Pan-Afrikan Student Union, Student Group Social Justice Award
Students Today Leaders Forever, Outstanding New Group of the Year Award
KAUG Radio, Outstanding Veteran Group of the Year Award
James Trelstad-Porter, Outstanding Advisor of the Year Award

Thank you to all of our award nominees and the many students, staff, and faculty who submitted award nominations.

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Take the Transportation Survey Today

The Augsburg Environmental Stewardship Committee is conducting a survey of transportation choices made by campus commuters. All faculty, staff and students are encouraged to respond to the brief survey at:

http://augsburg.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_2mF98CdPhhWsLZ2

Completing the survey will take only a few minutes, and all responses will be kept anonymous, so please be as accurate as possible. This survey will allow us to update our information on transportation to and from campus in 2011, and will be used to help calculate our greenhouse gas emissions inventory.

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Immigrant Housing Project

Campus Ministry is helping furnish an apartment for an immigrant family. They are coming next week but we still need some items! Donations (items or cash for more items) are appreciated. Contact Dixie scruggsd@augsburg.edu or Gavin at prouty@augsburg.edu for donations or questions

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Looking for Your 2011 1098T Tax Form?

Eligible students who were billed qualifying tuition in 2011 have a 1098T tax form available to them through their online student account. To view your 1098T tax form, log into Augnet, Records and Registration and select the "Make a Payment/Account Activity" link. The form is listed under the "Your Bills" heading and is titled 2011.

Thank you!
Student Financial Services

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On-Campus Housing Available

There are 2 bedrooms, 4 people apartments available in Mortensen Hall and Anderson Hall. If you would like to get on-campus housing for 2012-2013 or would like more information, please contact Cyndy Rowe at rowe@augsburg.edu or (612) 330 - 1488.

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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.

Einstein's:
Einstein's has a new smart options menu featuring beverages and food with 350 calories or less. We now have Strawberry Banana and Blueberry Pomegranate Smoothies.
Stop in and try our new Buffalo Chicken Salad or Buffalo Chicken Bagel Thin Sandwich.


Thursday is Grilled Cheese Day and National Licorice Day, stop in for some Licorice during lunch while supplies last.

On April 18th we will be having a Cooking Demo in the Commons with the Aviands Wellness Director.

On April 19th Dave from the Aviands Chef Xchange will be preparing his specialty during lunch in the Commons.

On April 24th the Commons will feature Asian Fusion with an Asian Specialty Menu during Lunch.

April 30th is Midnight breakfast in the Commons from 10:00pm-11:30pm. Must bring student ID to enter.

Hot food in the Commons is now closing at 7 pm, however we will still have deli bar available from 7-8 pm

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Go-To-College Pass for All Augsburg Students

Augsburg for Adult and graduate program students at Augsburg are now officially eligible to purchase the GO-TO-COLLEGE passes at the Enrollment Center service counters in Sverdrup 100. Passes are good for a whole semester and cost only $150 for any student with a current college ID. College passes can save students over $109 compared to the cost of commuting to campus 5 times a week over a semester. Passes can be used on bus or light rail, twenty four hours a day, 7 days a week.

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Chronicle Survey Ends FRIDAY

The Chronicle Great Colleges to Work For program survey ends this Friday, April 13.

Full-time faculty, exempt staff, and administrators at 1.0 FTE have just one more day to participate in the Chronicle survey. Please share your feedback and join us in our efforts to make Augsburg College a better place to work. Questions about the survey should be directed to Human Resources at 612-330-1058.

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Exploring Culture: The House on Mango Street

Explore culture and language outside of Augsburg with the play, "A House on Mango Street". This heart-warming family play based on Sandra Cisneros' award winning novel, The House on Mango Street, is sure to delight young and old alike. In a series of adventures, a young Mexican-American girl named Esperanza brings us into her world as she becomes conscious of the dangers and contradictions of being a young woman growing up in "El Barrio". This play is being performed by Teatro del Pueblo, Apr. 13th -28th at the Southern Theater. For more information go to: http://teatrodelpueblo.org/

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Come to Women's Night Out

Women's Night Out in Cedar Riverside

Celebration of women in the neighborhood withFood, Somali music, dancing, and poetry.

Saturday, April 21
5:00pm-8:00pm
Brian Coyle Community Center

Child care provided.
Free!
Women only!

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Augsburg Associates Sale - April 13 & 14

HELP SPREAD THE WORD!! The Augsburg Associates will be facilitating a moving sale for Augustana Lutheran Church located at 704 11th Avenue South, Minneapolis. Imagine what kinds of things a beautiful old church would accumulate and that’s what’s being sold. Please tell your churches, your friends with small businesses and anyone who you think might be interested. Word of mouth is what the Associates are counting on for the success of this sale.

Open to the Public on Friday, April 13th 9 am to 5 pm and Saturday, April 14th 9 am to 3 pm. All proceeds go to provide scholarships to Augsburg students.

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Hijab Tube at Mixed Blood Theatre

Mixed Blood Theatre presents:

Hijab Tube
Saturday, April 21st
3:00pm

A young Muslim woman takes her questions about wearing a hijab to You Tube in this fascinating look at Islam in the 21st century in America.

Free of charge!

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Zyzzogeton Poster Session-TODAY

Please join us for the Zyzzogeton Poster Session TODAY, Thursday, April 12 from 3-5 p.m. in the Oren Gateway Center Lobby.

The poster session celebrates the research and creative activity being carried out on campus. Come and talk to fellow students from various discipline about their research and enjoy the nacho bar.

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Vocation Brown Bag with Garry Hesser

Missed Garry Hesser's vocation lunch presentation on April 2nd? Or just want to hear more? You can have a second chance!

Garry has graciously agreed to host a brown bag for those who would like to watch the video of the original event, hear some of the stories he had to leave out in the interest of time, ask questions, and reflect on what it means to be "invited in."

Here are the details:

Brown Bag with Garry Hesser
Tuesday, April 17
Noon – 1 pm
Marshall Room
(Please feel free to bring your own lunch or beverage.)

Join us for another delightful opportunity to hear from one of Augsburg's treasured community members!

If you have questions, please contact Diane Glorvigen at glorvige@augsburg.edu.

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April 18 Vocatio Chapel with Jacki Brickman

Please join us on Wednesday, April 18 at 10:20 a.m. as we complete the "All Shook Up: The Call to Change" Vocatio Chapel Series.

As an independent consultant, Jacquylynn (Jacki) Brickman helps individuals and organizations discover more about non-verbal communication and perceptions. In her work, Jacki concentrates on helping school leaders understand how excellent communication positively impacts student learning and teacher growth. In addition to facilitating workshops and speaking to groups, Jacki provides coaching to individuals who seek to expand their influence in the workplace.

Until this year, Jacki also served as a teacher with Minneapolis Public Schools at Elizabeth Hall International in North Minneapolis. Jacki has been recognized nationally by receiving the prestigious Milken National Educator Award and has been a finalist for the Minnesota teacher of the year. The National Institute for Excellence in Teaching used a video of Jacki teaching 5th grade students as a model of exemplary instruction, and it has been viewed by thousands of teachers.

Prior to becoming an educator, Jacki was a corporate manager. After finding her strengths were in training employees and engaging in difficult conversations while preserving relationships, she returned to college to obtain her teaching degree at Augsburg College, graduating summa cum laude. Jacki went on to earn her Master’s degree in Teaching and Learning from Saint Mary’s University with an emphasis on Differentiated Instruction and now also works as an adjunct instructor in Augsburg’s Education Department.

Students, faculty, and staff interested in attending a luncheon with Jacki should RSVP to Lonna Field at fieldl@augsburg.edu by April 16.

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Leading in an Online World, April 19

Augsburg’s Center for Leadership Studies invites you to attend an interactive panel discussion featuring John Nemo, Steven Jeddeloh, and Stephanie Weiss.

New media and new ways to use them expand leaders’ abilities to communicate, inspire, and mobilize in a fast-changing world. This panel of experts will offer insights on using the Internet, social media, and virtual teamwork to enhance your leadership. Each panel member will give an opening presentation. Discussion/questions time for audience participation will follow. Bring your best-practices and insights to share.

Date: Thursday, April 19
Time: 5:30 p.m. social time with refreshments; 6:00-8:00 p.m. presentation
Location: Kennedy Center, Room 303

About the panelists
John Nemo, director of external communications and public relations for the Minnesota Nurses Association, has more than 15 years of experience as a nationally recognized, award-winning public relations director, social media expert, and multimedia journalist.

Steven Jeddeloh is a veteran organization development practitioner who works with executives and management teams interested in improving performance. He teaches a variety of graduate courses with topics that include leadership, teaming, and organization change.

Stephanie Weiss is the director of news and media services at Augsburg College. Prior to her role at Augsburg, she worked for the League of Minnesota Cities where she was instrumental in researching and advocating early adoption and official use of social media.

For more information or to reserve a space, contact Patty Park at 612-330-1150 or parkp@augsburg.edu. You are welcome to bring guests.

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Be Prepared for Your Next Interview -TODAY

Interviewing for Success - Workshop Put Some Bling Into Your Step
Thursday, April 12, 2012 from 4:45-6:00 p.m. in the Riverside Room, Christensen Center.

Aerotek Professional Services will lead this workshop on interviewing for success. You will learn how to get the job and/or internship you desire! They will also be sharing information on positions that their office has available. Open to all. Questions, email tilton@augsburg.edu

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Networking in the "Real World" Workshop

Networking in the "Real World": Using Informational Interviews and Linked In to find a Career Wednesday, April 18, 2012 4:45-5:45 p.m.

Oren Gateway, Room 200
Learn effective job and internship search strategies through networking by attending this workshop!

Sponsored by: The Strommen Career and Internship Center
Questions, email tilton@augsburg.edu

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Lindell Library Celebrates National Library Week

The library continues our celebration of National Library Week! 'Like' Lindell Library on Facebook and take part in our scavenger hunt! Questions are posted daily all this week! Answer as many questions as you would like! Come into the library to register for our drawing! You may win a prize! The contest is open to currently enrolled Auggie students. Library employees are ineligible. Find us here http://on.fb.me/HluQsr .

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Employment Agencies Fair - April 19

Looking for summer employment or a permanent position? Visit and make contacts with a wide variety of staffing agencies. University of St. Thomas has invited our students to this event. Thursday, April 19th from 11:30-1:30 in the Anderson Student Center, Second Level. Located on the corner of Summit Avenue and Cretin Avenue. For directions visit: www.stthomas.edu/campusmaps

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Missed the Talk on Forgiveness? Buy book for $10

Due to an overstock, my department has 5 extra books, Forgive For Good: A Proven Prescription for Health and Happiness by the convocation speaker, Dr. Fred Luskin. We are selling them for $10 each just to cover costs. Retail is usually $14.99.

I highly recommend this book for readers who want a change in perspective about something that has been bothering them. This book provides a practical, step-by-step description of how to be happier and healthier through the practice of forgiveness. Dr. Luskin says, "Forgiveness does not necessarily mean reconciliation with the person that hurt you, or condoning of their action. What you are after is to find peace." "Forgiveness has been shown to reduce anger, hurt, depression and stress and leads to greater feelings of hope, peace, compassion and self confidence."

http://learningtoforgive.com/9-steps/

If you want to buy a book for $10, contact me at x1462 or youngs@augsburg.edu.

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Student Worker Needed

Academic Skills Office Student Assistant/Tutoring Support

The primary focus for this position will be to assist in the day-to-day needs for our tutoring program while also providing front desk coverage for the Gage Center. This will include undergoing training for tutoring services with the hope that this student will eventually assist the Coordinator for Tutoring and Supplemental Instruction.

Please check HR's website for a full description and to apply online

https://augsburg-openhire.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.jobsearch

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