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Crime Bulletin: Thefts on Campus
November 27th 2012: Thefts On Campus
Public Safety has received multiple reports of theft in the past week. Please take precautions to help prevent theft on our campus and protect your property. Details regarding the recent events are also below. If you have any information about these crimes, please report to Jesse Cashman at cashman@augsburg.edu
*Nov. 26th 4:30 p.m.: Victim states that while in a public campus space, someone tapped her on the shoulder; when she turned to look, her phone was taken out of her hand and the suspect ran.
*Nov. 26th at 11:25 a.m.: Resident student reports that Xbox and laptop are missing from the residence. There were no signs of forced entry into the space.
*Nov. 21st: Resident student invited acquaintances to room. Suspects stole Credit Card and laptop and fled campus.
*Nov. 19th: Food Service reported items missing. Video footage revealed suspects entering the area multiple times, leaving with food items.
Safety Tips
Immediately report any suspicious activity to the Minneapolis Police or Augsburg DPS.
Always lock your vehicle, office suite, residence room, and anything else that has a lock!
-Make sure to place valuables out of site if possible. Keep them in the trunk or on your person.
Keep your keys on your person at all times.
-Leave valuables, particularly jewelry, at home if it is not necessary to have them at your campus residence.
-Keep your door locked even when you're at home. It's easy for others to enter your residence without you knowing, particularly if you're in a back room or if your stereo or television is playing.
-Record the make, model, and serial number of valuables and keep the records in a safe place.
-Engrave your property with your driver license number.
-Report lost keys to your residence to housing staff immediately.
-Avoid walking while talking on the phone/texting as it decreases your awareness of your surroundings.
Teaching and Learning
Speaking of Scholarship Series
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 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Upcoming presentations are:
Wednesday, November 28, Riverside - Tara Sweeney, Art, "The Via Francigena Sketchbook: Walking from Lucca to Rome"
Tuesday, December 4, Riverside - Bruce Reichenbach, Philosophy, "Reflecting on the Right to Believe"
If you plan to attend one of these sessions, RSVP to ctl@augsburg.edu
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Peace Scholar Applications Being Accepted
Augsburg sophomores and juniors with a strong interest in peace and justice issues are invited to apply for the 2013-14 Nobel Peace Prize Scholar Program. Two students will be selected to join a group of around a dozen students taking courses in Norway at the International Summer School and the Nansen Dialogue Center. The travel and tuition costs are largely covered by the program. The Peace Scholars also take a leading role in promoting student participation in the Nobel Peace Prize Forum, held each Spring on the Augsburg campus.
Full information, including application materials can be found at http://peacescholars.wordpress.com/ Applications are due by Jan. 31, 2013.
Any questions or inquiries can be directed to Prof. Underhill (underhil@augsburg.edu) or at 330-1312.
TFAPS: Hybrid Learning Information Sessions
Information sessions are being held for anyone involved in developing hybrid courses under the new academic program structure. We will overview hybrid course design and teaching and the expectations for online sessions, along with the support that exists at Augsburg for online/hybrid course development. We will explore sample courses, introduce the Augsburg Moodle template, and have plenty of time for participant questions.
Sessions will be offered:
Tuesday, November 27, 12:00 noon, Lindell 202 (feel free to bring your lunch)
Wednesday, November 28, 9:00 a.m., Lindell 202
Tuesday, December 4, 1:00 p.m., Cedar
Saturday, December 8, 12:10 p.m., OGC 112 (feel free to bring your lunch)
Thursday, January 10, Lindell 202, 11:00 a.m.
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Visit the WL
So far this term, tutors in the Writing Lab have conducted more than 900 conferences with students on their writing assignments. Join them!
Here are the hours:
Monday: 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.; 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 12 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.; 3 - 5:30 p.m.; 7:30 - 10 p.m.
Wednesday: 3 - 5:30 p.m.; 6:30 - 9 p.m.
Thursday: 12 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.; 3 - 5:30 p.m.; 7:30 - 10 p.m.
Friday: 4:30 - 7 p.m.
Sunday: 5 - 8 p.m.
Apply for a Udall Scholarship - Up to $5,000
In 2013, the national Udall Foundation expects to award 50 scholarships of up to $5,000 and 50 honorable mentions to sophomore- and junior-level college students committed to careers related to the environment, tribal public policy, or Native American health care.
Scholarships are offered in any of three categories:
1) To students who have demonstrated commitment to careers related to the environment including policy, engineering, science, education, urban planning and renewal, business, health, justice, economics, and other related fields; or
2) To Native American and Alaska Native students who have demonstrated commitment to careers related to tribal public policy, including fields related to tribal sovereignty, tribal governance, tribal law, Native American education, Native American justice, natural resource management, cultural preservation and revitalization, Native American economic development, and other areas affecting Native American communities; or
3) To Native American and Alaska Native students who have demonstrated commitment to careers related to Native health care, including health care administration, social work, medicine, dentistry, counseling, and research into health conditions affecting Native American communities, and other related fields.
To find out more about the Udall scholarship and how to apply, contact URGO@augsburg.edu or stop by the URGO office at 152 Science Hall.
General Announcements
Enrollment Center Hours for Thursday, November 29
The Enrollment Center will be closing at 4:30 p.m. instead of 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 29. We will reopen for normal business hours on Friday, November 30.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Thank you!
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Augnet Discussion Forum on New Dean Search
As Augsburg engages in rigorous and difficult discussions around the budget and personnel decisions, the college community is reminded that there is an online forum for sharing (what we hope are constructive) points and questions on these important topics. There is now a Forum for discussing the search for a new Dean of the College, and contributions to that discussion are welcomed.
The discussion forums can be found on the Inside Augsburg page as the last item under "Augnet Services."
There is an encouraging and healthy resurgence of engagement from many on campus to our collective work to educate our students. For those unable to make some of the various public forums and discussions might consider contributing online.
Faculty Staff Appreciation Day at the Bookstore
The Faculty-Staff appreciation days at the bookstore are Thursday the 29th, Friday the 30th, and Saturday the 1st! Take 40 percent off all regular price clothing and hats. Pick up some coffee and cookies too! 3 days only! Must have faculty/staff ID card issued by the school. Thank you for all of your support!
Spanish Conversation Meets Thursday
Looking for a chance to improve your Spanish conversation skills? Then we've got just the thing for you - Spanish Conversation group!
Please join us as we gather to chat in Spanish, laugh, and have a bit of fun. From beginning to advanced, all levels are welcome. Our aim is to give you a pressure-free place to speak Spanish without grammar lessons. We meet every Thursday in the Riverside Room, 2nd floor Christensen, from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Signs will be posted. Join us for 10 minutes or for the whole session, whatever works for you. Feel free to bring your lunch. Join us for 3 sessions and you'll get a free T-shirt!
Questions? Contact Emiliano Chagil, ext. 1309; Anita Fisher, ext. 1082; or Kate Reinhardt, ext. 1081. We hope to see you there!
Jay and Rose Phillips Scholars Program
APPLY IF YOU:
* Are committed to community service
* Have a 2.75 GPA or higher
* Are a sophomore in 2012-2013 academic year
* Are committed to designing and implementing your own community service project summer 2014
2013-2015 COMPETITION
Junior Year Scholarship $6,000
Senior Year Scholarship $6,000
Summer 2014 Stipend $4,000
Project Resource Funding $500
TOTAL AWARD $16,500
For additional information please visit:
http://www.mnprivatecolleges.org/giving/our-scholarships/phillips-scholarships
Application Deadline:
February 1,2012
Dining Services
Nabo:
Nabo is offering a meal replacement special, one meal plan meal per week can be used to purchase the special of the day at Nabo from 1:30 p.m. to close. Hot apple cider is now available at Nabo!
The Commons:
Hours:
Breakfast: 7:30-9:45 a.m.
Continental Breakfast: 9:45-11 a.m.
Lunch: 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Pizza, Sandwich, Salad Bar: 1:30-4:30 p.m.
Dinner: 4:30-7 p.m.
Please return all coffee mugs, spoons, knives, and forks back to the Commons in the Christensen Center. Thank you for your help in this matter to locate these misplaced items.
Flex Points can be purchased online at http://augsburg.aviands.com/flex-points/. You can pay with your student account or credit card.
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Event Announcements
Vocatio Chapel with AGAPE* on Dec. 5
"Faith and the Imagination: The Call to the Arts"
Wednesday, December 5, at 10:20 a.m. in Hoversten Chapel
Special Guest: AGAPE* (David Scherer), www.hiphopoutreach.com
AGAPE* is a hip hop artist who combines dancing, rap and storytelling to spread the message of God's love through Christ. AGAPE* has been touring full-time as a musician for the last twelve years, performing for hundreds of thousands of youth across the US, and in eight different countries. He has recorded six CDs and has recorded with critically-acclaimed producer Ant (Atmosphere, Brother Ali) as well as Chris Brown's producer Ra Charm. He has shared the stage with the likes of Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Toby Mac, David Crowder, Tony Campolo, and Gospel giant Kirk Franklin. In 2001 He co-founded JUMP (Joint Urban Ministries in Praise) a ministry dedicated to helping urban youth unleash their leadership skills through the arts. More recently he founded a youth-led worship service called AMP (All Metro Praise) which attracts hundreds of youth and young adults across the metro area. In 2009, he received the Tom Hunstad Award for excellence in youth ministry and his contribution to the lives of young people. His ministry was also recently featured in an ABC affiliated documentary entitled "Peace of Bread" about food insecurity in America.
Following chapel, there will be a luncheon for more conversation with AGAPE*. To attend the luncheon, RSVP to Lonna Field at fieldl@augsburg.edu
Velkommen Jul - Friday, November 30
Velkommen Jul is a celebration at Augsburg to welcome the Advent and Christmas seasons. It provides an opportunity for alumni, friends, faculty, students and the greater Augsburg community to come together and celebrate the Scandinavian heritage on which Augsburg was founded. The celebration begins at 10:20 a.m. with an Advent worship service in Hoversten Chapel followed by a reception and boutique in Christensen Center at 11:00 a.m. Please join us and wear your Norwegian sweater!
Campus Ministry Retreat
Come enjoy friendship and fellowship with the Campus Ministry team this winter.
December 7, 2012. 7 p.m.-Midnight, Campus Ministry will lead a group retreat to Leonardo's Basement in South Minneapolis to participate in team and relationship building, some worship and time to relax and enjoy the company of one another.
Cost will be roughly $10 per person. Transportation is provided. Please stop by the Campus Ministry office to sign up or contact any of the staff listed below.
Pastor Dave Wold – wold@augsburg.edu
Pastor Sonja Hagander – hagander@augsburg.edu
Lonna Field – fieldl@augsburg.edu
Jordan Taylor – taylorj@augsburg.edu
We hope to see you there!
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Seward Winter Frolic - Saturday, Dec. 1
The Seward Winter Frolic will be held this Saturday, December 1, from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. along East Franklin Avenue. The event is hosted by the Seward Civic and Commerce Association and the Seward Neighborhood Group. It is a terrific opportunity to support Seward's vibrant small businesses and local artists. All day long businesses will be offering specials and local artists will be will be displaying and selling their work at several venues. An art car parade will start at noon at the Seward Coop. At 5:00 p.m., there will be a gathering in Triangle Park (26th Ave. and E. Franklin Avenue) to light up the park and to celebrate the warm community spirit of the Seward Neighborhood. For more information, go to www.sewardarts.org.
Advent Vespers: Want to Volunteer? Need Tickets?
DETAILS:
Augsburg College's annual Advent Vespers will be held this coming Friday, November 30, and Saturday, December 1, at Central Lutheran Church in downtown Minneapolis. Services are at 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Friday and 2:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Saturday.
TICKETS:
If you still need tickets for a service please stop by the music office, call (612-330-1265), or reserve tickets online (http://www.augsburg.edu/music/vespers-reservations/). The 2 & 5 p.m. services on Saturday, December 1 are FULL.
HELP USHER:
Please contact me at schwartz1@augsburg.edu with your name and availability. Help is still needed most for the 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. services on Saturday, but I will gladly take any help offered. Duties consist of handing out programs, collecting tickets, and organizing the space between services.
FREE MEAL FOR ANYONE HELPING WITH TWO OR MORE SERVICES!
4 Spots Left for Free LSS Financial Counseling
LSS Financial Counseling-On Campus
As part of Money Matter's Money Week, LSS Financial Counseling will be on campus for one on one appointments for students, faculty and staff. Appointments can cover a wide range of issues including debt, credit, intentional spending, and planning for the future. Sign up through Money Matter's Moodle Community Page. http://moodle.augsburg.edu/moodlecommunity/course/view.php?id=537
Augsburg for Adults Holiday Luncheon
Join Augsburg for Adults and the Weekend and Evening College Senate to celebrate the holiday season and the end of the fall trimester with a community lunch.
Saturday, December 8, 2012
11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Oren Gateway Center Lobby
Students, staff and faculty are welcome!
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Looking to buy an iMAC. If you have one to sell, please let me know.
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Big Band Experience - December 20
This holiday, join an Emmy-winning 21st century crooner Shaun Johnson and a sizzling, eight-piece big band for an evening of Christmas elegance and song. This concert raises money for children fighting life-threatening conditions through Wishes & More. Enjoy an exclusive performance that blends the sound of Sinatra and Buble with the Spirit of the season!
Burnsville Performing Arts Center
Thursday, December 20 at 7:30 p.m.
http://www.bigbandexperience.com for audio/video samples
http://www.burnsvillepac.com for more information and tickets
Tonic Sol-fa Holiday Tour - December 10
Although they are simply four voices and a tambourine, Tonic Sol-fa has spent considerable time on the road carving their niche as the nation's top all-vocal group. In the midst of touring, this quartet has been named one of the top five MUST SEE groups in America, has been awarded numerous original song and album awards in pop, gospel and holiday genres, appeared on NBC's Today Show and in the pages of Newsweek magazine, and recently claimed an Emmy award.
2012 Holiday Tour
Burnsville Performing Arts Center
Monday, December 10 at 7:30 p.m.
For more information, music samples, and tickets visit
http://info.tonicsolfa.com/holiday-tour-2012