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Open Moodle Lab TODAY 1-2:30 in OGC 103
Do you need some help
building/editing your hybrid course Moodle site?
planning the online components of your hybrid course?
creating engaging forum discussion assignments?
devising relevant online assignments?
For individualized Moodle help contact Dan McGuire (x1347) or Bonnie Tensen (x1574) or come to OGC 103 Thursday, 1:00-2:30 p.m.
McNair Scholars Program Recruiting for Fall 2014
Augsburg College's TRIO McNair Scholars Program is recruiting for Fall 2014 admission. The goal of the program is to prepare Scholars for graduate study through academics, involvement in undergraduate research, and other scholarly activities. McNair teams scholars with other academically strong students who aspire to graduate study, and helps them to achieve that dream.
The McNair Scholars Program works with students who are members of groups underrepresented in graduate education and who exhibit strong academic potential. The program provides coursework, workshops, and advising in preparation for graduate study. Also, the program assists with securing admission to and financial assistance for enrollment in graduate programs. Students will acquire the research skills necessary to succeed in graduate school through a paid research internship ($4,000) with an Augsburg faculty member during the Summer of 2015.
The McNair Scholars Program is a federal TRIO grant from the U.S. Department of Education. Therefore, to be eligible, students must be first-generation (neither parent graduated from a four-year college) AND low-income OR may be persons from groups underrepresented in graduate education. The Department of Education defines these groups as African-American, American Indian, Alaskan Native, and Hispanic/Latino. Additionally, applicants must be either U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents.
If you are interested in learning more about the McNair Scholars Program, please contact Lara Crombie, Program Assistant at crombie@augsburg.edu or (612) 330-1380 to schedule an appointment. Don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions about the program or if you're unsure whether or not you qualify.
Application Deadline: Friday, March 28, 2014, 4 p.m.
Priority Deadline: Friday March 14, 2014
Target Case Competition
Who:
Students of any year that are Mathematics, Computer Science, or STEM declared majors
Freshmen and Sophomores are highly encouraged to apply
What:
Join us for a half-day Case Study with Target
Teams will be made up of a Team Leader and 2-3 additional members
An optional 4 member can be part of any year and program
Grand Prize: $700 Second Prize: $300
When:
Saturday, April 12
From 8:30 A.M.- 11:30 A.M.
Case will be posed on Friday, March 28
Where:
Augsburg College
Oren Gateway Center 100 Minneapolis, MN
RSVP with Rebekah Dupont, Director of STEM Programs
Email: dupont@augsburg.edu
General Announcements
Discussion Prompts for Apr. 1 All-Hands Meeting
The majority of the time for the Apr. 1 All-Hands meeting will be used for small group discussion and writing in response to three issues that were repeatedly identified in the Governance Task Force (GTF) conversations on campus. Copies of the following prompt will be available at the meeting, along with cards for writing responses, and time for small-group discussion of one or more of these suggestions.
Draft Proposals to Improve Governance and Work Life
The GTF is considering including some form of these ideas in its recommendations to the Board of Regents. For discussion at the meeting you will be asked whether or not you think the proposed actions would be useful to implement and why you think this would be the case. If you have other concrete suggestions on how to respond to the identified problems, please briefly describe. If you need more time or space to provide feedback, please submit responses and suggestions to pike@augsburg.edu or underhil@augsburg.edu.
1. One clear theme from the analysis is that the institutional channels for communication could be improved, and that there are problems with both sending and receiving information relevant to important decisions on campus.
Proposal: A periodic, focused direct email update sent to the entire community from the President and/or Provost with information about either pending or current important governance matters. Faculty and staff would need to read these emails, as they would be the major channel for dissemination. This channel would be clearly identified and targeted to inform the community, and feedback and suggestions would be invited.
Questions: Would you find this a helpful improvement in communication? What do you think should be the best channels for gathering responses from the community? How often? Would you find a different format more useful? What content would be most useful?
2. No one seems adequately to know who decides what, when, and with what accountability. There are two potential responses here:
Proposal: The college creates a usable decision-authority matrix (a sample page will be provided), at varying levels of detail for different purposes, easily accessible online by the earliest feasible date. The Human Resources Organizational Chart would also be easily accessible online for reference purposes.
Proposal: The Faculty Senate will work with PPC and others to revise the Handbook with particular focus on decision-making regarding the academic program. An aim would be to clarify decision-making regarding the academic program, and to provide guidance on what kinds of decisions would be considered part of the academic program and which ones not. Faculty could be asked to approve a new process of revision that is more efficient and effective than the current practice of line by line changes by a full faculty during a limited number of months a year.
3. Trust and confidence among leaders, leadership groups, followers, and departments is a problem across the institution.
Proposal: An extended (1-2 day) summit at which those attending would be part of facilitated discussions about how to rebuild trust and confidence in leadership. This is a first step in an ongoing process. It would consist of a series of "difficult discussions" about what we all want for the institution, and where it is that we agree and disagree. The issues of trust and confidence would need to be directly named and discussed. The aim of this summit would be to identify ways over time to improve trust, confidence, accountability, responsibility, and to empower stakeholders across all sectors of the campus.
ABO: Take Me out to the Ballgame 2014
Happy Spring! It may not feel like it, but baseball is almost back. I would like to invite you to join ABO (The Augsburg Business Organization) for our annual spring group outing to see the Minnesota Twins. This year's event is co-sponsored by WEC senate and the Augsburg MBA department and provides an opportunity for current students to enjoy some baseball and informal networking at Target Field.
The game at Target Field is on Tuesday, April 15 at 7 p.m. Come see the Twins take on the Toronto Blue Jays, meet some fellow Augsburg Business Students and get a chance to cheer on the Twins as they play some outdoor baseball!
Tickets for our great seating in the first few rows of the main level Right Field Bleachers are $5 for Augsburg Students. Students may also buy tickets for non-Augsburg guests for $10 each. RSVP early to isaacson@augsburg.edu as we have a smaller group of tickets this year. More details on payments and ticket distribution will be sent to those attending in early April.
TIAA-CREF Individual Counseling Sessions
TIAA-CREF regularly offers individual counseling sessions at no additional cost to you.
You can discuss your personal financial situation with an experienced TIAA-CREF Financial Consultant on a confidential basis. They are available to discuss how to help you achieve your financial goals by investing in financial solutions such as mutual funds, brokerage, life insurance and annuities.
Sessions will be:
Tuesday, April 29, 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (Sverdrup 102)
Wednesday, April 30, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (Sverdrup 102)
Thursday, May 1, 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (Sverdrup 102)
Space is limited so please RSVP as soon as you can.
To sign up call 1-866-843-5640, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (CT).
AmeriCorps Tabling - TODAY
The Minneapolis Health Department is now accepting applications for two AmeriCorps VISTA positions: one to serve with our School Based Clinics (SBC) program, and one to support our youth violence prevention efforts. Both positions run June 2014 to June 2015 and offer the many benefits of AmeriCorps service. Be sure to visit us in the Christensen Center on Thursday, March 27 from 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. with any questions.
The SBC VISTA will focus on facilitating a teen advisory board, creating and implementing health education presentations, and supporting SBC staff to improve clinic enrollment, youth engagement, and health equity. The youth violence prevention VISTA will assist with the development and implementation of a hospital-based intervention program for youth victims of violent assault injuries, coordination of training around youth violence prevention for medical professionals and community partners, and building community capacity.
Minneapolis Remodeling Expo Tickets in HR
The Minneapolis Remodeling Expo runs April 4-6 at the Minneapolis Convention Center, in Exhibit Hall D.
If you would like to tickets to the show, please stop by Human Resources to pick up a free pair of tickets while supplies last.
Looking for Summer Work? Consider GEMS/GISE
Looking for summer work?
GEMS (Girls in Engineering Mathematics and Science)/GISE (Guys in Science and Engineering)
STEM Summer Program 2014
Preference: Current Augsburg pre-service teachers or students pursuing study in science, mathematics, technology, or engineering.
Job Duties/Responsibilities:
-Assist with student activities and learning experiences in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
-Collaborate with the Minneapolis Public School Lead Teachers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) by providing support for small group instruction.
-Facilitate designated group activities.
-Supervise and assist kindergarten-8th grade students in robotics, bridges and other amazing structures, electronics, Tech4Boyz and Tech4Girlz-NASA Summer of Innovation Exploration, musical engineering, art and design, collegiate experience, lunch, and program dismissal.
Skills Required:
-Strong interest or previous experience working with kindergarten - 8th grade students
-Ability to work with diverse student populations
-Ability to work both collaboratively and independently
-Excellent communication skills
-Ability to multi-task
-Follow through with work responsibilities with limited direction
-Patience
-Professionalism
Dates/Hours: July 7th - July 24th; Monday - Thursday; 8:15AM-4:15PM Plus 1-2 days of training
Compensation: $13 per hour
To apply:
Please email resume to Dayle VanderLeest; dvanderle@hotmail.com
Interviews will begin early April!
Event Announcements
PASU African Week
The Pan-Afrikan Student Union (PASU) of Augsburg College is organizing their annual African Week from March 31 through April 4 to bring awareness to diverse African cultures and perspectives.
The theme for the week is "Celebrating Africa." This week is dedicated to honoring various African cultures and heritages that are often overlooked in Western cultures.
SCHEDULE
March 31
Monday: "Motivational Monday"
Speaker - Matthew Manning
Information - Started NGO that helps orphanages in Africa called WorcForce
Location/Time: Science 123, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
April 1
Tuesday: "The Introspective African: Africans in Media"
Panel Discussion
Location/Time: Marshal Room, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
April 2
Wednesday: "African Art Night"
African Heritage Awareness
Location/Time: Oren Gateway Center lobby, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
April 3
Thursday: "A Taste of Africa" Banquet
Dinner Event
Location/Time: Courtyard Marriott Hotel, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
April 4
Friday: "African Night!"
Fashion show, skits, performances, etc.
Location/Time: Augsburg Chapel doors open at 6:30 p.m.
FAFSA Open Labs
Need help filling out your FAFSA? Stop by one of Augsburg's FAFSA Open Labs on the following dates:
Thursday, April 3, 2:00-3:00; SVE 205
Friday, April 4, 12:30-1:30; SVE 205
Thursday, April 17, 2:00-3:00; SVE 205
Click here for more information about the FAFSA and what materials you need to complete the form: http://web.augsburg.edu/enroll/FAFSARenew.pdf
Faith in the Face of Empire - Mitri Raheb, 3/29
Augsburg College and Central Lutheran Church welcome Dr. Mitri Raheb to share his latest book, Faith in the Face of Empire. Mitri is the pastor of the Christmas Lutheran Church in Bethlehem and a leading Palestinian Christian theologian, writer, and activist. This event is free and open to the public.
When: Saturday, March 29, 4:00 p.m.
Where: Central Lutheran Church, 333 South 12th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55404
You are invited to stay for Central's 5:30 worship service.
Day At The Capitol
Join the Augsburg Day Student Government on Thursday, April 3 from 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. to tell your legislator that the State Grant Program is important to your financial needs. You will be excused from classes!
Help Save Lives - Donate Blood Monday
CCHP reminds all interested students, faculty, and staff that Memorial Blood Center will be on campus on Monday 3/31/14 from 10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the East Commons for our annual spring blood drive. Please consider donating blood to help save lives. Whether it's a first time donation or you are a multiple pint donor we need your participation.
You can schedule a donation time by going online to at www.mbc.org/searchdrives and enter sponsor code 0027. There you will find the schedule and what times are still available. If you prefer or it is easier, feel free to call the CCHP office at 612-330-1707 and we can schedule the appointment as well.
There are still several appointment times available so please consider signing up to donate today. You never know who's life you will help save!
Any questions, please call Dianne in the CCHP office at 612-330-1707.
Spring All Hands Meeting - Next Tuesday, April 1
The spring 2014 All Hands meeting is scheduled from 11:30 a.m. to noon, Tuesday, April 1, in Hoversten Chapel.
The agenda will include brief updates on current topics -- enrollment, fundraising, accreditation, strategic planning, the work of the Governance Task Force, and the progress of the due diligence process on the potential opportunity in Phoenix -- followed by a reflection and conversation led by members of the Governance Task Force.
The prompts, published by Joe Underhill, are listed above.
Auggies Connect with Employers April 3
Save the Date! Auggies Connect with Employers in the Social Sciences Event is April 3! 3:00-5:00 p.m., Strommen Center, Suite 100
- Interested in a career in sociology, social work, psychology, environment, politics, or all of the above?
- Curious if you have what it takes to thrive in a career in social services? Do you ever wonder what careers are available in nonprofit organizations?
Representatives will be on campus from Lutheran Social Services, Anoka County, and the Minneapolis Children Museum. They are excited to meet you and answer your questions about the field, offer you tips for how to stand out in the job or internship search, and even review your resume. No appointment necessary - feel free to dress casually.
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Biology Students Rank Nationally on Exam
As part of the college's Assessment Day, 28 Biology seniors took the ETS Major Field Test in Biology. Nationwide, 488 colleges and universities use this exam. Among the Augsburg students, four scored in the top 8% in the country. Congratulations to David Fowler, Anna Herauf, Anna Weitz, and Ian Wunder on your outstanding performance!
Open House for Don Gustafson, Tuesday April 8
Please join the Department of History on Tuesday, April 8 as we honor Donald Gustafson. Gus is retiring in May after 53 years at Augsburg College. His only wish--other than to finish all his grading--is to see all of you! To that end, we are hosting an open house in the department hallway on the first floor of Memorial Hall. Join us from 2 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. that day as Gus holds court in his green office (Memorial 114B) one last time. We'll provide crackers and cheese, but you and Gus will need to provide the great conversation and reminiscences.
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Sign Up for Summer Vegetable Shares Now
It's time to sign up for summer CSA (community supported agriculture) organic vegetable shares -- delivered directly to the Augsburg campus from Ploughshare Farm.
Ploughshare Farm delivers its locally grown, freshly picked produce shares straight from the farm to Augsburg College each Thursday during the 18-week summer season. CSA shares are available in full and mini sizes. See http://www.ploughsharefarm.com for dates and pricing. Sign up soon--shares sell out fast! Members who sign up by April 1 will also receive an A to Z cookbook.
More about Ploughshare Farm: Ploughshare Farm was established in 2002 and is a certified organic farm that grows a wide variety of organic vegetables and some fruits on 160 acres boarding the Chippewa River in central Minnesota. Ploughshare Farm, named an "Edible Twin Cities" Local Hero in the Best Farm/Farmer category, is owned by Gary Brever, winner of a 2012 Minnesota Jaycees' Farmer of the Year Award. Gary is one of Minnesota's leading authorities on organic farming. Beyond being a frequent speaker and leader at organic farming conferences, Gary was one of two Minnesota farmers selected to go to Washington to discuss 2012 farm legislation. He also was a recent featured guest on Lynne Rossetto Kasper's "The Splendid Table."
Contact Rebecca John, rjohn@augsburg.edu, for additional information or if you are interested in splitting a share with someone else.