Crime Advisory

Crime Advisory April 10, 2014

A variety of personal property thefts and "apple-picking" crimes have been reported to Public Safety this week. Most are occurring at or near the light rail station or a few blocks off campus during the late afternoon and evening hours.

"Apple- Picking" is criminal activity that focuses on easy grab items such as Apple iPhones and similar products. The college campus is an easy target as criminals know that most students are carrying one of these devices and frequently have it out in their hand as they travel. A criminal can easily approach and distract the victim by asking a simple question (what time is it?) and then quickly grab the phone from their hand and run off. As the weather warms this type of crime tends to increase. Please remember to be aware of your surroundings and keep your belongings out of sight, including small electronics such as smart phones/iPods/iPads.

Keep the following tips in mind to help prevent crime on campus and keep your belongings safe!

YOU CAN HELP PREVENT CRIME AT AUGSBURG!
-Be aware of your surroundings and who might be watching you/ your valuables.
Don't leave your valuables unattended and unsecured in public places.
- Keep valuables out of view. If possible, secure them in drawer or cabinet, or deep in a pocket/backpack.
- Always lock your office even if you will only be gone for a minute or two.
- Always lock your residence room, even when you are present!
- If possible, lock bicycles with a U lock around the frame and any "quick release" tires.
- Be aware of your surroundings and immediately report any suspicious activity or persons to Public Safety Dispatch (612-330-1717 or x1717 from a campus phone) or the Minneapolis Police.

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Christensen Center Dock Closure

The Christensen Center dock will be closed Tuesday through Thursday, April 15-17, for installation of a new door. Shipping & Receiving will handle alternative arrangements with all regular delivery companies (USPS, UPS, FedEx). If you are expecting large deliveries from other carriers, please work with your vendor to warn them of the dock closure.

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Faculty - Report Student Off-campus Research

Faculty, please follow the link below to record any students in your department who were accepted to off-campus summer research experiences this upcoming summer. URGO would like to congratulate them and offer them our services before they leave.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0Aq7GIPcECuVAdHdQMWZ6VE50YnBFWXdxN2YtSjE3VlE&usp=sharing

Or email this information to urgo@augsburg.edu.

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Faculty - Report Student Graduate School Acceptance

Please follow the link below to report ANY Augsburg students or alumni who were accepted to graduate school or professional school for the fall.

https://docs.google.com/a/augsburg.edu/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0Aq7GIPcECuVAdHJkR3FNcm5Fa0owRzBNeV84cTVlTUE&usp=drive_web#gid=0
Or you can email urgo@augsburg.edu with this information.

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Need Your Augsburg Experience? Study Abroad

If you still need your Augsburg Experience, study abroad!

Summer study abroad is still possible in Mexico. 3.5-12 week options.

Take 4-16 credits

+ Christian Vocation and the Search for Meaning II (REL 200)
+ Pre-Columbian, Colonial, & Contemporary Mexican Art (ART 231)
+ Contemporary Latin American Women: Texts and Voices (WST 335)
+ Academic Internship (Available for credit in 11 disciplines)
+ Independent Study (Available for credit in 10 disciplines)
+ Lifetime Activity: Latin Dance (HPE 002)
+ Choose one or two Spanish Courses

SEMESTER Options: Central America, Namibia or Mexico.
Courses in Business, Political Science, History, Women's Studies, Religion, HPE, Biology, Environmental Science, Spanish
https://tinyurl.com/lg4d76p

See Augsburg Gen Eds Abroad Here --> https://tinyurl.com/kxybgsg

Come to the Augsburg Abroad office in Christensen Center, Lower Level in front of the copy center or contact us: abroad@augsburg.edu or 612 330 1669

http://www.augsburg.edu/augsburgabroad/

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AugSTEM Scholarships for Auggie STEM Students

The AugSTEM Scholarship application for 2014-2015 is now available at www.augsburg.edu/stem. Applications are due July 1. Come learn about more about the AugSTEM program and scholarships and find out if you are eligible!

AugSTEM Drop-In Day
April 16 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
STEM Programs Office, Science 154

If you cannot make it for the drop-in hours but plan to apply for the scholarship, please email stem@augsburg.edu to let us know of your intent.

The AugSTEM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Funded by the National Science Foundation, AugSTEM Scholars can receive up to $7,000 per year in financial support. Scholars also become a part of a vital STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

The AugSTEM scholar award is designated for students who are within five semesters of graduating. Applicants must be full-time students in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, chemistry, computer science, mathematics and physics) with a 3.0 GPA within their major. This award is available for U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents who demonstrate financial need via FAFSA. Students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply for this scholarship.

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Auggie Says...

Auggie Eagle is hanging out somewhere on campus today. Find him and be the first to Tweet out what "Auggie Says" using #AuggieSurvey and you will win a pair of movie passes. Plus watch Amail the rest of this week, for other chances to win too!

Not on Twitter - just email berggren@augsburg.edu with the message.

If you have questions contact Katie Berggren at Berggren@augsburg.edu

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Great Colleges Survey: Share Your Voice

The 2014 Great Colleges to Work For Survey opened yesterday and will remain open until Friday, April 18.

The survey is open to all full time faculty and staff. The eligible participants will receive an email from ModernThink that will contain a survey invitation and link to the survey.

Important details you should know:
>Survey takes approximately 20 minutes to complete.
>Your responses to the survey will be completely confidential. ModernThink LLC, an independent survey firm, will not provide Augsburg College with any information that would enable us to trace survey data back to any one individual.
>Your participation is voluntary.
>Frequently Asked Questions and Answers posted on The HR Moodle https://moodle.augsburg.edu/moodlecommunity/course/view.php?id=329

Human Resources recognizes that many members of our community have work that does not require use of a computer, or who may not have a dedicated office. Therefore we will be hosting computer lab sessions for employees to complete the survey. This will also provide an opportunity for employees to ask questions they might have about the survey or who would like assistance with the survey process.

These sessions are scheduled at the following dates and times.
April 11: 8-9 a.m., Sverdrup Hall, Room 205
April 15: 4-5 p.m., Sverdrup Hall, Room 205

Should you have questions, please contact Lisa Stock (stock@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1783) or Katie Berggren (berggren@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1691) in Human Resources. Thank you in advance for your participation.

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HSA Financial Forum Webinars

Do you have a HSA? Optum Health will offer three Financial Forum webinars to help you plan, save and pay for qualified medical expenses, and to potentially grow your savings tax-free by investing in mutual funds.

You will learn:
- Who is eligible to invest
- How to use the available educational and account management tools
- How to set up an investment account, select funds and allocate dollars
- How to transfer money between your HSA and investment account

Financial Forums have a 20/20 format -- taking only 40 minutes out of your day. The first 20 minutes are dedicated to discussing the HSA topic, with the last 20 minutes held for Q&A.
Don't miss this opportunity to learn how to take full advantage of the tax-free savings your HSA offers.

Times/Dates the forum is offered:
- Thursday, April 24 - 11:00 a.m.
- Wednesday, May 7 - 3:00 p.m.
- Thursday, May 22 - 3:00 p.m.

Space fills up quickly, so register today. For more information or to sign up, visit:
http://go.optum.com/4820_FS_Financial_Forum_Spring_2014-Employee/employee_invite1.pdf?elq_mid=4778&elq_cid=972371&elq_ck=701a0000002AIcBAAW&elq=c24539b2e703407eb3b85c15a5b8d2ed&elqCampaignId=1439

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Computer Lab Sessions Today: Great Colleges Survey

Human Resources recognizes that many members of our community have work that does not require use of a computer, or who may not have a dedicated office. Therefore we will be hosting computer lab sessions for employees to complete the survey. This will also provide an opportunity for employees to ask questions they might have about the survey or who would like assistance with the survey process.

These sessions are scheduled at the following dates and times.
April 11: 8-9 a.m., Sverdrup Hall, Room 205
April 15: 4-5 p.m., Sverdrup Hall, Room 205

Should you have questions, please contact Lisa Stock (stock@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1783) or Katie Berggren (berggren@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1691) in Human Resources. Thank you in advance for your participation.

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Congrats to the Augsburg Leadership Award Winners

If you see these individuals, please congratulate the following students and student organizations on being recipients of the 2013-2014 Augsburg Leadership Awards!

STUDENT LEADER AWARDS
Linda Schrempp Alberg Endowed Leadership Award: Brad St. Aubin
Student Leader of the Year: Enrico Barrozo
Emerging Leader of the Year: Cheemoua Vang
Dean of Students Award: Vincent Henry, Amineh Safi, and Koal Williams
Social Justice Award: Duina Hernandez
Peer Education Award: Banna Kidane
Community Service Award: Sagal Ali and Nora Barr

OUTSTANDING CLASS LEADER AWARDS
First-Years: Vision Bagonza and Thomas Kukowski
Sophomores: Nazih Safi and Manuel Xinico Morales
Juniors: Lindsay Helbach and Tia Lee Vue
Seniors: Michael Fetting, Kanee Lee, and Adrian Lowe
WEC: John Boyd

STUDENT GROUP AWARDS
Student Group of the Year: Pan-Afrikan Student Union
Program of the Year: Augsburg Asian Student Association
Community Service Award: Student Athlete Advisory Council
New Group of the Year: Campus Cupboard

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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 a.m.-2 p.m. (Sverdrup 102)
Wednesday, April 30, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (Sverdrup 102)
Thursday, May 1, 8 a.m.-2 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).

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Gen Eds Abroad Advising Tool

Please see link below for a helpful tool to use as you advise students about GEN Eds ABROAD. This modified Core Checklist provides a quick view of the courses that fulfill LAFs, Keystones, Languages and other core requirements on the Augsburg campuses in Mexico, Central America and Southern Africa, as well as on the Augsburg faculty-led programs planned for 2014-15.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B568XDr_XzVEdzEyS2N6VENmd1E/

SUMMER AND FALL ABROAD AT CGE LOCATIONS STILL POSSIBLE!
Although the deadline for summer term and fall semester is coming up next week, the Augsburg Abroad staff are flexible in allowing for late applications to our own campuses.

Send students to Augsburg Abroad located in the Lower Level of Christensen Center in front of the Copy Center. www.Augsburg.edu/augsburgabroad/

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Grad Fair Today and Tomorrow

Please stop by the bookstore today from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. for the Graduation Fair. Please stop by the bookstore Saturday from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Free cookies and coffee!
Purchase your cap and gown!
Take your exit survey!
Order your class ring!
All diploma frames 20% off!
Select Jansport 1/4 zips 50% off!

Stop by the bookstore today!

If you cannot make it in today - you still may purchase your cap and gown during store hours until April 25!

Congratulations!

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Smoking in Designated Areas Only Please

On the Minneapolis campus, smoking is permitted outside in designated areas only. The designated areas are:
1. Plaza area outside of the Ice Arena.
2. Designated area in front of Si Melby.
3. Bench area outside of the music building.
4. North side of walkway entrance to Foss.
5. Oren Gateway entry near Lot H.
6. 7th Street side of Lindell Library.
7. Quad: patio area near Christensen.
8. Christensen Center vent area.
9. Urness/Mortensen near motorcycle parking.
10. Bench area between Anderson and Luther halls.

Thanks to everyone for their cooperation.

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Computer Lab Sessions Today: Great Colleges Survey

Human Resources recognizes that many members of our community have work that does not require use of a computer, or who may not have a dedicated office. Therefore we will be hosting computer lab sessions for employees to complete the survey. This will also provide an opportunity for employees to ask questions they might have about the survey or who would like assistance with the survey process.

These sessions are scheduled at the following dates and times.
April 9: 2:30-3:30 p.m., Sverdrup Hall, Room 205
April 10: 11-12 p.m., Sverdrup Hall, Room 201
April 11: 8-9 a.m., Sverdrup Hall, Room 205
April 15: 4-5 p.m., Sverdrup Hall, Room 205

Should you have questions, please contact Lisa Stock (stock@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1783) or Katie Berggren (berggren@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1691) in Human Resources. Thank you in advance for your participation.

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Enter to Win 1 of 4 $25 Gift Cards. Take ITSS2014

The Information Technology Student Survey 2014 is now open to all students until Sunday, May 4.

Important details you should know:

go.augsburg.edu/techsurvey

>Survey takes approximately 5 minutes to complete.
>Your responses to the survey will be completely confidential.
>Your participation is voluntary.
>You can enter to win one of four $25 gift cards if you participate.

Should you have questions, please contact the TechDesk (techdesk@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1400). Thank you in advance for your participation.

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Staff Senate Seeks Nominees by April 17

Staff Senate seeks awesome Auggies.

Be engaged in the Augsburg community by serving on Staff Senate. If you'd like to become a senator or nominate a colleague, send your candidates to grewe@augsburg.edu by April 17. Online elections will take place April 24 through May 1,determining our new representatives.

All nominees will be verified before being placed on the election ballot. An email will be sent to all Augsburg staff with a link to the online election survey on April 24. Staff will have until May 1 to take the survey. The winners of the election will be notified by May 2.

Visit http://inside.augsburg.edu/staffsenate/2014/04/10/staff-senate-seeks-nominations-for-election for more information about senator duties and election procedures

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Internal Job Posting: Campus Kitchen Project

The Campus Kitchen is looking to hire one internal candidate as the Operations and Education Coordinator for Summer 2014 (May-August). This position coordinates the day-to-day activities and education programs of the Campus Kitchen. For the full job description, visit Human Resources' Moodle page under "Internal Job Postings."

This position is a temporary position, 40 hours/week, May-August.

To apply, send resume and cover letter to wiles@augsburg.edu. Materials must be received by Wednesday, April 16, 2014.

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The Cost of Driving Under the Influence

Please plan to join the EP!C Peer Health Educators on Wednesday 4/16 from 7 - 9 p.m. in OGC 100 for an informative program on the Costs of DUI. We will have an evening of information and education from a MN State Trooper, a lawyer, and a current Augsburg student who knows well the costs of a DUI.

Please plan to join us for information on this important topic. Pizza and beverages will also be provided.

Any questions, please call Dianne in the CCHP office at 612-330-1707.

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One Day in the Twin Cities

On April 26, 2014 hundreds of filmmakers, including Augsburg film students, non-profit organizations, and inspired citizens will document stories and investigate 10 questions for the future of The Twin Cities as part of a city-wide, participatory media-creation event. The resulting media will be showcased in an interactive geo-tagged archive and a TV series on the future of the American city. In addition, local media partners will showcase the most powerful and inspiring videos created during the one-day filmmaking event.

This is part of a larger initiative, One Day in the Wold, showcasing what happens in one day around the world.

Anyone can join the movement! Who knows you might even end up on TV!

http://www.onedayintwincities.org/#home
http://www.onedayonearth.org/

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Bruce Rowe Open House TODAY

Please join us TODAY Friday, April 11, 5-8 p.m. in Oren Gateway Center Room 100 to honor 30 years of service and upcoming retirement of Bruce Rowe, Facilities Department. Bruce has done an amazing job of keeping the Augsburg campus grounds looking beautiful in the growing season, and in keeping snow out of our way the rest of the time! Stop by to share stories and wish him well.

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Sketches and Scores

Join the Fine Arts Keystone class for their collaborative projects. April 29 at 7:00 p.m. in the Old Main Gallery. There will be food and beverage provided!

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Last Day of the Health Commons Supply Drive

The Augsburg Central Health Commons is a community outreach program held at Central Lutheran Church in Downtown Minneapolis, which provides basic medical services and health education to people of diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds free of charge. The mission of the Health Commons is to promote health and healing in marginalized populations. Donations are the primary way that the Health Commons is able to provide these services to its visitors.

Today is the LAST DAY! The Health Commons is holding a Supply Drive, sponsored by MPIRG, this week, April 7-11, 2014. Below is a list of items requested for donation:

-men's white socks (new)
-feminine pads (not tampons)
-large size diapers (size 4, 5, 6, or pull-ups)
-travel size shampoo
-travel size conditioner
-travel size soap
-travel size toothpaste
-travel size lotion
-deodorant
-razors
-cough drops
-baby wipes

Keep in mind that many of these items can be purchased for low cost at a local dollar store. If you are able to donate, your contribution is very much appreciated! Drop off boxes are in Christensen Center and the residence halls. Health Common Supply Drive representatives will also be tabling in Christensen from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to provide more information.

Questions on how you can contribute to the drive can be directed to Brittany Kimball at kimball@augsburg.edu, and questions about Homelessness Awareness Week can be sent to Emma Winegar at winegar@augsburg.edu.

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Get Free Shirt at Zyzzogeton Friday 2-4 p.m. in OG

Augsburg student research will be on display at this year's Zyzzogeton Poster Session on Friday, April 11 from 2-4 p.m. in Oren Gateway Center. More than 70 students will be presenting work from a variety of disciplines.

Faculty, students, alumni, and the public are all encouraged to come celebrate Augsburg undergraduate research at this festive event, complete with nachos, Italian sodas, and fruitful conversation. Nearly 400 people are expected to attend this year, so you won't want to miss out! We have a few T-shirts left! Full abstracts for Zyzzogeton are up online.

Check them out here: http://www.augsburg.edu/urgo/research/zyzzogeton/

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Bonner Leader's Senior Capstone

The Bonner Leader Program Senior Capstone on April 14, 2014 from 4:30-6:00 p.m. in the East Commons of Augsburg College will highlight three senior's accomplishments and highlights from their experience in the program. Please join us in recognizing our graduating Bonner's service. A short program will begin at 4:45 p.m.

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Commencement Staffing Needed

Commencement 2014 is right around the corner and we're looking for members of the campus community that would be able to assist with staffing various roles during the ceremony. As you can imagine, it takes a lot of people to make sure that the nearly 3,000 guests and our graduates have a seamless, enjoyable day. This year's ceremonies are:

Saturday, May 3, 2014
Ceremony Begins at 1:00 p.m.
Si Melby Hall

Sunday, May 4, 2014
Ceremony Begins at 1:00 p.m.
Si Melby Hall

Opportunities for both dates Include:

Ticket Takers
Shift is from 11:15am - 2:45 p.m.
Si Melby Hall Lobby

Ushers/Seating Assistants
Shift is from 11:15 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Si Melby Hall Lobby

Flag Bearers (Ideally Students)
Shift is from 12:15 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Robes provided

If you're available to help or have questions, please contact Jodi Collen in the Event & Conference Planning department at collen@augsburg.edu. Once shifts are assigned, additional information will be sent to all volunteers regarding their shift.

Thank you in advance for your help!

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Not Just for Flutists: Flute Fest 2014

Augsburg will be hosting this event on Saturday, April 12, which means a normally $$$ event is FREE with your Augsburg ID. Check out the opportunities with registration in the Foss Atrium starting at 8 a.m. and events running until 7 p.m. Highlights include:

9-10 a.m. (M4/5) - Immanuel Davis (U of M) will present on Alexander Technique. A process that teaches people how to stop using unnecessary levels of muscular and mental tension during their everyday activities. It is an educational process rather than a relaxation technique or form of exercise. Who couldn't use that?

10-11 a.m. (Sateren Auditorium) - Julia Bogorad-Kogan (SPCO) will give an open master class.

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (Sateren Auditorium) - Flute Concert featuring local jazz flutists... including Augsburg alumna Julie Johnson and Augsburg Studio Artist Trudi Anderson.

12:30-1:30 p.m. (Foss Atrium) - Alison Young (MPR) will talk on pursing alternative careers in music.

1:30-3 p.m. (Sateren Auditorium) - Jim Walker, guest artist for the day, will present a master class.

5 p.m. (Hoversten Chapel) - Jim Walker in concert... classical flute repertoire and jazz pieces.

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Nominations for the Richard J. Thoni Award

The Richard J. Thoni Award is an annual award honoring a graduating senior student from the adult undergraduate program (in Minneapolis or Rochester) whose actions, commitments, and future aspirations most profoundly demonstrate a commitment to Augsburg's motto of "Education for Service." The award (including a plaque and honorarium) will be announced at the Sunday, May 4 commencement ceremony.

Faculty and staff are asked to nominate students for this award by Wednesday, April 16, 2014. In making a nomination, the nominator(s) should provide their name and the name of the student being nominated, and write a brief nomination entry that includes a response to the following:

1. Describe ways in which s/he has been called to service and how s/he has acted on this call (consider service to the college, faith community, neighborhood/community and/or family);

2. As you consider the nominee's background and future aspirations, please describe how the nominee's education as an adult learner will shape his/her service to others, in one or many roles (community member, parent, employee, citizen, etc.).

Nominations may be sent to Judi Green in the Academic Affairs Office, greenj@augsburg.edu

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