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Physics Program Enhances Diversity Efforts

The physics department has been accepted into the American Physical Society's (APS) Bridge Program. This program aims to develop a coalition of academic institutions that share a commitment to increasing educational opportunities for underrepresented minority physics students. Augsburg is one of three colleges out of the 27 currently enrolled programs (which include colleges and universities as well as national labs, non-profits, and educational organizations). The APS is one of the premier national professional societies for physicists.

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Interfaith Scholars Program: Apply by February 11

Attention current sophomores and juniors: Do you have an interest 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? Do you want to be a part of an academic cohort that engages in regular service learning and public leadership? Will you be studying on-campus all of 2013-2014? If so, consider applying to be in next year's Interfaith Scholars Program.

To learn more and to apply, see http://www.augsburg.edu/acfl/howtoapply/

Note the application deadline is Monday, February 11.

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Apply Today for Tanzania, Cambodia or Norway

Summer program deadlines extended!

Deadline extended to Feb. 7 -- TODAY
Nature and Vocation on Kilimanjaro

Deadline extended to Feb. 11
Environmental Literature in Norway
Communities & Social Change in Cambodia

Visit the Augsburg Abroad website and click "Get Started"
http://www.augsburg.edu/augsburgabroad/

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Spanish Conversation Meets Today

Ready to practice your Spanish?

Looking for a place to chat in Spanish and meet new people? We've got just the thing for you - Spanish conversation group! All language levels are welcome to join us for laughs and interesting conversation as we practice speaking in a relaxed and friendly setting.

We meet every Thursday from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. in the Riverside Room, 2nd fl. of the Christensen Center. Signs will be posted. Drop in at any time and stay for as long as you like. We promise there will be no grammar lessons! You are welcome to bring your lunch.

If you have any 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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Internal Job Posting for Human Resources

Please check out the full job posting on the HR Moodle site, including how to apply. This position is only open to current Augsburg staff.

BENEFITS AND COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST
The Benefits and Communication Specialist manages the communication of both day-to-day activities and on-going strategic initiatives for Human Resources. This position serves as a liaison with insurance brokers and vendors for the College, and coordinates communication and employee meetings for College benefits. This position serves as the first point of contact on workers' compensation, wellness initiatives and tuition benefits. This position will also manage several on-going projects, including updates to benefit materials, compliance documents, total reward statements, web and moodle content, employee surveys, and policy updates.

Requirements include:
A bachelor's degree in Business, Psychology or a related field required. Master's preferred. Three or more years of experience coordinating communication, such as drafting high-level correspondence and updating web content required. Experience working with confidential or sensitive records required. Excellent computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and databases. Demonstrated ability to manage projects and meet deadlines required.

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Internship Opportunity in China for Augsburg Grads

Internship Opportunity in China for 2013 Grads and Alums

The United International College (UIC), Augsburg's partner college in Zhuhai, China, is recruiting college graduates for a one year teaching internship with undergraduate students. Graduates in any discipline may apply. Responsibilities include tutoring, reviewing papers and leading co-curricular club activities.
Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 and an excellent command of written and spoken English. Internships are available in the following academic departments: English Language Centre; Teaching English as a Second Language; English Literature; Computer Science and Technology; Applied Psychology; Business and Administration; and Public Relations & Advertising. Request additional information from Orv Gingerich gingerio@augsburg.edu

To apply, send a resume including academic credentials, co-curricular activities, a letter of application (describing your interest and skills have related to a TA position in China) and 3 letters of reference to: Dr. Orv Gingerich, Office of International Programs, gingerio@augsburg.edu

Program begins in August of 2013. Application deadline is March 1, 2013.

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Nominations Open for 2012 Outstanding Staff Awards

Staff Senate is seeking nominations for the 2012 Augsburg College Outstanding Staff Awards. This award is intended to recognize exceptional Augsburg staff members who exemplify the mission statement of the college through their actions.

To be considered for this award, the nominee must have a complete nomination packet that includes:

* A nomination packet: http://web.augsburg.edu/staffsenate/NominationForm2013.doc
* At least 2 letters of recommendation

Nomination forms and all letters of recommendation are due no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, February 8, to Jeff Rowdon at CB 316 or by email at rowdon@augsburg.edu.

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Nominations Open for Augsburg Leadership Awards

Nominations are open for the 2012-2013 Augsburg Leadership Awards!

Student leaders, student groups, and student group advisors can be nominated for their outstanding leadership and contributions to the Augsburg community this academic year.

To nominate a student, advisor, or student group, please submit the following materials to Michael Grewe via email at grewe@augsburg.edu or to Christensen Center Room 1D by Friday, March 8:

* A nomination packet: http://web.augsburg.edu/cao/ALA_Nomination_Packet.doc
* Optional: Any supplemental materials that would enhance nomination, including recommendation letters, resumes, etc.

Award recipients will be honored at the 14th Annual Augsburg Leadership Awards on Tuesday, April 9. For questions, call 612-330-1499.

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Office of International Programs Report 2011-12

The 2011-12 Annual Report from the Office of International Programs (OIP) is now available with a link from the OIP homepage: http://www.augsburg.edu/oip/ The report includes all of Augsburg's international activity initiated through OIP in the 2011-12 academic year.

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Follow Augsburg's CGE Southern Africa Program

Students in Augsburg's CGE program in Southern Africa are sharing their study abroad experience online.

Follow them at http://cgenamibia.blogspot.com/2013/02/week-2-welcome-to-heat-beauty-and.html and learn more about:

- Their week-long seminar in Johannesburg, South Africa where they visited the Apartheid Museum and learned about anti racism movements

- Walking tours of Windhoek, Namibia, their "hometown" for the semester

- Meeting with Young Achievers: a grass roots organization ran by Namibian youth and with whom they are learning about development and economy

- Visit to Hope Village: a private orphanage where sustainability, survival,and care ethics are at the core of the conversations

Camping, rural home stays, and internships are coming up!

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Applications for Summer & Fall 2013 programs in Namibia and SA accepted NOW

2 - 4 Augsburg credits. Courses taught in English

Apply by MARCH 1st at http://www.augsburg.edu/augsburgabroad/

Scholarships available

Questions? abroad@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1650

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Work for a Camp This Summer

Students are you seeking a fun summer job where you will gain leadership skills and have the opportunity to work with young people and get PAID. Stop by the ELCA Summer Camp Fair next Wednesday, February 13, from 4:00-6:30 p.m. on the 2nd floor of the Christensen Center. Many of the representatives will be doing on the spot interviews. Casual dress.

Questions, call Sandy 612-330-1472

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Valentine Cookie Decorating TODAY

Anderson students, TODAY join ResLife in the Anderson Hall lobby to decorate cookies for your sweetheart, or your sweet tooth! It is from 5-6. Hope to see you all there!

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Fulbright Information Sessions - Feb 12 & 13

Fulbright Information Sessions
February 12th & February 13th
12-1pm @ Lindell 301

This month, URGO will be hosting two information sessions to highlight the exciting and prestigious academic programs funded by the Fulbright Foundation (both programs will be discussed at each session):

Fulbright Student Program: Students spend a year abroad after college 1) teaching English 2) attending graduate school or 3) conducting a research project. Seeking juniors & seniors.

Fulbright UK Summer Institutes: Students spend 3-6 weeks studying a particular issue at a UK university. Seeking freshmen & sophomores.

Pick which information session day works best for your schedule and come hear about these exciting programs! If you have any questions regarding Fulbright please contact us at urgo@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1446.

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TODAY at 3 p.m.: Gilman Intl. Scholarship Workshop

Learn how to earn $3,000 - $5,000 in additional aid to study abroad this summer and fall 2013 with the Gilman International Scholarship!

Attend one of the Gilman Workshop to learn more about:

• How to apply
• Writing a winning essay
• Application deadline
• Eligible Augsburg and CGE programs

TODAY, Thur., Feb. 7 @ 3 p.m. -- the Cedar Room, CC

TOMORROW, Fri., Feb. 8 @ 3 p.m. -- Cedar Room, Christensen Center

http://www.iie.org/en/Programs/Gilman-Scholarship-Program

*Eligibility: Pell Grant Recipient, US Citizen (or will be at time of travel)

Questions? abroad@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1650

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Love Living On Campus - Residence Life

February is all about the love!

Residence Life will be in the Commons February 13, from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. to also answer questions in preparations to the Housing Expo.

Stop by our table to sign up for the Roommates reunited raise, talk about housing options and celebrate in the spirit of valentines day by making a card for that special someone!

If you have any questions feel free to email us at rescomm@augsburg.edu

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Free Tax Prep On Campus

AccountAbility Minnesota will be on campus on February 16 preparing tax returns for qualifying students and their families. Go to the Moodle Money Matters Community site for more details and to sign up for an appointment. Email moneymatters@augsburg.edu if you have questions.

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Kajoog's Invisible Art TONIGHT, 7-8:30 p.m. OGC 202

Join members of the Somali Youth group Kajoog for an exploration of arts in the community--from spoken word, hip hop, and story-telling, to painting and photography (in Oren Gateway Center 202). These workshops, held every other Thursday evening, are free and open to the public. People start gathering around 6:30, the workshop starts around 7, and they are always a lot of fun.

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Alumni and Student Networking Event

The Augsburg Alumni Board invites you on Wednesday, February 13 – 6-8:30 p.m. to an evening of networking. Connect with fellow Auggie alumni from a variety of professions and help Augsburg students hone their professional networking skills as they prepare to venture out into the working world. The formal program will run 6-8 p.m. and then we invite alumni to stay for an alumni only reception from 8-8:30 p.m. to include dessert and wine. Register at www.augsburg.edu/alumni/events.

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Mardi Gras Madrigals—10th anniversary! 2/12, 6:30

Huzzah! It's time once again for Mardi Gras Madrigals! This is the midwinter party you cannot miss. Come celebrate with the Goliard Society of Medievalists.

As always, there will be a full medieval feast—eaten with your hands. This year, the internationally acclaimed early music group The Rose Ensemble will return to Mardi Gras Madrigals. We also have special guests: the Renaissance Quartet, a juggling troupe from Edina High School. There will be lots of goofiness, buffoonery, and, of course, beautiful music from invited high school choirs and Augsburg students and alums. Don't miss it!

Mardi Gras Madrigals takes place on Tuesday, February 12 in Hoversten Chapel. Doors open at 6:30pm. Box office opens at 6pm. Tickets are $20. Augsburg students get in free, but you must still make a reservation.

For tickets and reservations, go to:
http://www.augsburg.edu/medievalstudies/mardigras/

Questions: email adamo@augsburg.edu

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Benefit Concert for Avenues for Homeless Youth

Announcing: New Day Rising --- Vocal Point Chorus's Annual Benefit Concert featuring Jearlyn Steele and the Youth Chorale of Central Minnesota

Who benefits? You - the music will be great. But more importantly Avenues for Homeless Youth, a non-profit that provides emergency shelter, short-term housing and supportive services for homeless youth.

When? February 9 and 10 at 4 p.m.

Where? Central Presbyterian Church, Downtown St. Paul

How does it work? Buy a ticket ($15 Adults/$5 Students advance sales or $20 adults at the door). Ticket revenue supports cost of production. Bring a free-will donation to the concert, 100% of which will go to support Avenues for Homeless Youth. Have your contribution matched by the Otto Bremer Foundation.

Where can I buy a ticket? Vicki Olson, Education Department (olsonv or 1131) or online at www.vocalpointchorus.org.

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