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- Study & Intern Abroad Fair-Next Friday, 2/15
- Tax Clinic Next Week
- Alumni and Student Networking Event
- MPIRG Kick-off Meeting - What Do You Want to Change?
- Pink Zone Weekend
- TODAY @ 3 pm: Gilman Intl. Scholarship Workshop
- Mardi Gras Madrigals—10th anniversary! 2/12, 6:30 p.m.
- Scripps Spelling Bee – 1 More Volunteer Needed
- Augsburg to Host 2013 Regional Spelling Bee
- Fulbright Information Sessions - Feb 12 & 13
- Student Government Spring Elections
- Summer Job Camp Fair
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Staff Development Series
Staff Development Series- Leading and Participating in Effective Meetings
When: 2/19/13 from 10-11:30 AM
Where: Riverside Room
RSVP Link: http://augsburg.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_1SquSS0JAN6F3Lv
About the Session:
During this session participants will engage in identifying characteristics of effective meetings and discuss specific strategies about leading effectively in a variety of meeting types, including goal setting, agenda building, engaging participants and following up after meetings. Participants will explore the similarities and differences between effective leadership and participation in meeting settings.
About the Facilitators:
Scott Krajewski serves Augsburg College as the Director of IT Services. In that role he directs the staff that create and manage the IT support experience for faculty, staff and students. In addition he works with many departments across campus on IT-related projects.
Amy Gort serves Augsburg College as the Assistant Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of Arts and Sciences. In that role, she works with several academic departments and faculty relating to curriculum, course scheduling, faculty hiring, and assessment of student learning. In addition, she works with academic staff in the areas of the library, the Gage Center for Student Success, grant-funded programs, undergraduate research, and Career and Internship Services.
We hope to see you there!
Tracy Christianson and Erin Voss
Center for Teaching and Learning Fellows
Interdisciplinary Programs Working Group Today
The next meeting of the working group on Interdisciplinary programs meets today at 3:40 in OGC 200. This is a follow-on discussion from the Commission on Academic Opportunities that is exploring new ways to provide innovative, applied, interdisciplinary learning experiences for our students. Meetings are open to anyone wishing to join the conversation, which will result in a report going to the Dean at the end of this term.
CTL Summer Scholarship Grants
Applications due March 15
Applications should be submitted online at http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/grant-applications/summer-scholarship-application/
The purpose of the Dean's Summer Scholarship Grants and the Grangaard Summer Scholarship Grants is to support well-defined faculty scholarship projects. The expectation is that receipt of the grant will make it possible for faculty to accelerate completion of a significant project.
Two $4,000 Dean's Summer Scholarship Grants will be awarded for Summer 2013. All tenured or tenure-track, full-time faculty who are in at least the second year of their contract are eligible to apply.
Three $2,000 Grangaard Summer Scholarship Grants will be awarded for Summer 2013. All full-time faculty are eligible to apply; priority is given to tenure-track faculty who have not received this grant in the previous three years.
Please complete the online Summer Scholarship application form (available at http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/grant-applications/summer-scholarship-application/) describing the project, explaining its potential significance, summarizing the work already accomplished, providing a timetable and plan for completion, explaining how it will accelerate project completion, and describing how it fits with your department's definition of scholarship. Submit a curriculum vitae (pdf document, please) as an email attachment to ctl@augsburg.edu. Applications should be submitted no later than March 15, 2013.
Applications will be reviewed by the full Faculty Development Committee, and awards will be announced in early April. All grant recipients must submit a progress report by September 1, 2013. Recipients of the Dean's Scholarship Grant must submit a short final report by February 1, 2014.
Dean's Internationalization Grant
Applications due February 15
Applications should be submitted online at http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/grant-applications/deans-internationalization-application/
The purpose of the Dean's Internationalization Summer Travel Grant is to support collaborations with our international programs and partners that will help internationalize scholarship, teaching, and service at Augsburg College. The expectation is that recipients will develop relationships with others in the Augsburg international partner network, identify opportunities for collaboration, and develop a plan to implement at least one of these opportunities.
Two Dean's Internationalization Summer Travel Grants of up to $2500 are awarded to full-time faculty or staff for international travel to support teaching, scholarship, or service collaborations with Augsburg International Programs or Partner Institutions that facilitate internationalizing the Augsburg campus and curriculum.
Submit proposals using the Dean's Internationalization Summer Travel Grant application (available at http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/grant-applications/deans-internationalization-application/ ). Proposals will include a description of the collaboration, explanation of how it will facilitate internationalization of the campus or curriculum, and an outline of the tasks you intend to accomplish. Applications are due February 15, 2013 for travel during Summer 2013; these are reviewed by the full Faculty Development Committee and Vice President of International Programs and announced in early March.
Two New Reading Circles for Spring
Inclusiveness Reading Circle
Book: Sacred Ground: Pluralism, Prejudice, and the Promise of America by Eboo Patel
Facilitators: Sonja Hagander, Matt Maruggi & Marty Stortz
Schedule: Tuesdays 12:00-1:30 on February 12, March 12, and April 9
Location: Marshall Room (Includes lunch provided by the Batalden Endowment)
RSVP to ctl@augsburg.edu
In Sacred Ground, author and renowned interfaith leader and last semester's Christensen Convocation speaker Eboo Patel says this prejudice is not just a problem for Muslims but a challenge to the very idea of America. Patel shows us that Americans from George Washington to Martin Luther King Jr. have been "interfaith leaders," illustrating how the forces of pluralism in America have time and again defeated the forces of prejudice. And now a new generation needs to rise up and confront the anti-Muslim prejudice of our era. To this end, Patel offers a primer in the art and science of interfaith work, bringing to life the growing body of research on how faith can be a bridge of cooperation rather than a barrier of division and sharing stories from the frontlines of interfaith activism.
Please read the introduction and Part I (through p. 62) by the first session.
Community Reading Circle: Well-Being
Book: The Happiness Advantage: The Seven Principles That Fuel Success and Performance at Work by Shawn Achor
Facilitators: Melodie Lane
Schedule: Fridays 12:00-1:30
Location: OGC 103
RSVP to ctl@augsburg.edu
Readings:
February 15: Introduction and Principle #1 (pp. 3-61)
March 1: Principles #2 and #3 (pp. 62-104)
March 15: Principles #4 and #5 (pp. 105-144)
April 5: Principles #6, #7 and Ripple Effect (pp. 145-210)
Most people want to be successful in life. And of course, everyone wants to be happy. When it comes to the pursuit of success and happiness, most people assume the same formula: if you work hard, you will become successful, and once you become successful, then you'll be happy. The only problem is that a decade of cutting-edge research in the field of positive psychology has proven that this formula is backwards. Success does not beget happiness. Shawn Achor shares seven core principles of positive psychology that each one of us can use to improve our performance, grow our careers, and gain a competitive edge at work. He reveals how happiness actually fuels success and performance, not the other way around. Why? Because when we are happier and more positive we are more engaged, creative, resilient to stress, and productive. The Happiness Advantage will appeal to anyone who wants practical advice on how to become happier and also more successful.
TFAPS – Hybrid Learning Implementation
All faculty are invited to participate in two workshops offered by CTL and IT to support weekend and graduate faculty who are creating "hybrid" courses for 2013-14. If you are satisfied with the basic design of your courses, you only need to participate in the Moodle Labs to learn best practices for online learning and how to meet GAAC/AAC requirements for hybrid learning.
If you would like to improve the underlying design of your courses, you will also benefit from the integrated course design workshop.
Prerequisite: Please watch the screencasts in the Overview section of the Course Design Support Site (http://moodle.augsburg.edu/moodle2013/course/view.php?id=35) before coming to these sessions.
Moodle Lab for Hybrid Learning.
The Moodle Labs are hands-on workshops that introduce and support development of your Moodle sites. These workshops are held on:
9-10:30 am, Wednesday, February 13, Foss 22A
10-12 noon, Saturday, February 16, SVE 201
3:10-4:40 pm, Tuesday, February 19, Foss 22A
9-10:30 am, Wednesday, February 27, Foss 22A
Additional spring and summer dates will be added later.
Integrated Course Design for Hybrid Learning.
The Integrated Course Design for Hybrid Learning is a hands-on workshop that explores Fink's model for course design, which integrates situational factors, learning goals, learning activities, and assessment. It addresses how to choose face-to-face and online activities to create an engaged learning community, provide direct instruction, and facilitate active, collaborative learning. These workshops will be held on:
3:40-6:40 pm, Wednesday, February 20, OGC 112
9am-1pm, Saturday, March 9, Rochester
9-12 am, Tuesday, March 12, Marshall
9-12 am, Friday, March 15, OGC 100
3:40-6:40 pm, Monday, April 8, Marshall
9-12 am, Saturday, April 13, Marshall
3:40-6:40 pm, Thursday, April 25, Marshall
9-12 am, Tuesday, May 7, Marshall
Please rsvp to ctl@augsburg.edu
Additional support includes:
Moodle Template for developing your course in accordance with GAAC/AAC requirements.
Course Design Support Site to provide additional detail and examples for Moodle applications.
Technology Tapas to showcase a variety of technologies that can improve your work.
Sloan-C Online Workshop passes to participate in further study of online learning.
General Announcements
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.
Augsburg Atheists and Secular Humanists Meeting
The Augsburg Atheists and Secular Humanists (AASH) will be hosting their first meeting of the year on this Wednesday, February 13th at 4:30pm in OGC 111! This meeting is open to EVERYONE, regardless of beliefs and background, and we welcome a healthy interfaith dialogue.
Refreshments will be served.
Questions? Please contact Anya at cleaver@augsburg.edu
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.
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.
The special today is Cheese Ravioli with Meat Sauce a bread stick and fountain soda.
Einstein Bros:
Stop in and try one of our Egg White Bagel Thin Sandwiches. We are also featuring a combo option with a sandwich and a coffee.
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.
Flex Points can be purchased online at http://augsburg.aviands.com/flex-points/. You can pay with your student account or credit card.
NOLA Alternative Spring Break - Register TODAY
Looking for a meaningful way to spend your spring break? Join Campus Ministry, ACFL, and the Bonner Program on the Alternative Spring Break service trip to New Orleans, Louisiana from March 16-23. http://www.augsburg.edu/campusministry/spring-break-2013/
Completed Registration form + $100 deposit* holds your spot.
*Deposit fee is non-refundable unless someone else is able to fill the spot.
Total trip cost is $300/person. (Remainder due March 1.) This includes travel, lodging, supplies, and most meals. (During travel days, the meals will be on your own. You may also wish to purchase other snacks and supplies.)
Forms are available both online and in the campus ministry office. You'll need to turn it in with the deposit at the Campus Ministry Office in Foss Center 104/110 by 4pm today (February 8).
After February 8, you can request to be added to the wait-list.
Questions? Contact Lonna Field, 612-330-1467 or fieldl@augsburg.edu
Register - MN Private College Job/Internship Fair
The Strommen Center for Meaningful Work would like to invite you to attend the annual MN Private College Job & Internship Fair on Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at the Minneapolis Convention Center. Cost $10
To register stop by Suite 100 in the Christensen Center. Registration fee $10. Questions? Call us at 612-330-1148
Event Announcements
Study & Intern Abroad Fair-Next Friday, 2/15
Come to the Study & Intern Abroad Fair to learn about opportunities in over 80 countries. Also learn about the many scholarships that are offered.
Friday, February 15 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in Christensen Center Lobby.
Enter to win the iPad at the fair. "Like" an Augsburg Abroad Fair post in Facebook for an extra chance to win. http://www.facebook.com/AugsburgAbroad
Study Abroad Deadlines are fast approaching. Visit www.augsburg.edu/augsburgabroad/ for more info.
Tax Clinic Next Week
AccountAbility Minnesota will be on campus on February 16th 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. E-mail moneymatters@augsburg.edu if you have questions.
Alumni and Student Networking Event
The Augsburg Alumni Board invites you on Wednesday, February 13th – 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.
MPIRG Kick-off Meeting - What Do You Want to Change?
What do you want to change in your community?
MPIRG Kick-off: 5-6pm Marshall room 2/14/13 PLUS CANDY!
MPIRG (Minnesota Public Interest Research Group), is looking for ideas from Auggies on what we should work on in our community! Meeting is from 5-6pm in the Marshall room in Christensen on 2/14/13 (because MPIRG LOVES you)! Come share your ideas and have your voices heard!!!!
Pink Zone Weekend
This weekend, the Augsburg College Student-Athlete Advisory Committee will be hosting its winter Pink Zone Weekend. This event helps raise money and awareness to support the Susan G. Komen For The Cure Foundation and the fight against breast cancer. Fans are encouraged to wear pink at Augsburg's four home athletic events this weekend.
The Auggie women's hockey team kicks off the weekend off with a home game against Bethel University on Friday (2/8) at 7 p.m. at Ed Saugestad Rink. On Saturday, the Auggie men's and women's basketball teams will be hosting a doubleheader against St. Olaf College at Si Melby Hall. The women are scheduled to tip-off at 1 p.m., followed by 3 p.m. tip-off for the men's team. The weekend will conclude with an Auggie men's hockey game against Bethel at 7:05 p.m., at Ed Saugestad Rink.
The Student-Athlete Advisory Committee will be selling breast cancer awareness t-shirts, putting on half-time contests, providing educational materials and accepting donations, with all proceeds going to support the Susan G. Komen For The Cure Foundation.
TODAY @ 3 pm: 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, Friday, Feb. 8 @ 3 p.m. -- the Cedar Room, CC
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
Mardi Gras Madrigals—10th anniversary! 2/12, 6:30 p.m.
]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
Scripps Spelling Bee – 1 More Volunteer Needed
Augsburg College is excited to host the 2013 Minnesota Seven County Metro Area Regional Spelling Bee on Saturday, March 2nd, 2013 in Hoversten Chapel. Fifty 4th-8th grade students will be competing for a chance to advance to the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C. and we are looking for volunteer judges to participate in the event! You will be asked to arrive on campus at 11:30 AM. The event ending time is dependent upon the number of elimination rounds, but is likely to conclude prior to or by 6 PM. Lunch will be provided. The positions needing to be filled are:
1 audio judge to work with AV guy if we need to recall a spelled word. Can be Augsburg staff, faculty or students.
If interested please contact Kristin Daniels, Senior Admissions Counselor - 612.330.1577 or danielsk@augsburg.edu at your earliest convenience. Thank you!
Augsburg to Host 2013 Regional Spelling Bee
Augsburg College is excited to host the 2013 Minnesota Seven County Metro Area Regional Spelling Bee on Saturday, March 2nd, 2013 in Hoversten Chapel. Fifty 4th-8th grade students will be competing for a chance to advance to the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C.! The event will begin at 12:30 PM. The Augsburg College community is invited to attend.
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.
Student Government Spring Elections
Elections for the 2013-2014 Augsburg Day Student Government are coming up! Run for Senator, President, and Vice President positions to represent the student body and become a leader in the Augsburg community. Petitions are available outside the Student Government office in the basement of Christensen Center, room 1C, and are due with signatures by February 14th at 4:30pm. ADSG members will be tabling on the week of February 11th with petitions and more information.
Summer Job Camp Fair
Are you looking for a FUN PAID summer job? Gain leadership skills! Explore working at a camp this summer with youth. There will be over 12 representatives on campus seeking to hire for summer 2013. Stop by and check out it out! Wednesday, February 13, 4 pm – 6:30 pm in the Christensen Center, 2nd Floor
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Girl Scout Cookies
Tis the new season for Girl Scout cookies.
I will only have pre-order cookies available this year.
If you are interested in filling your craving for the fabulous taste of Girl Scout cookies contact me at ericks20@augsburg.edu
Thank you in advance, Carl Erickson, Custodial Supervisor, Foss 17