Confidential Document Destruction

For those departments on campus that have been collecting confidential documents that need shredding, now is the time to place a facilities work request to have your materials picked up for storage in a secure location until the shredding truck comes later in October. Please place your request by October 16 so we have time to do all the pick-ups. If you have questions about what needs shredding and what is normal recycling, please consult your manager.

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Parking Restrictions LOT K

Please note that Lot K (the ice arena lot) will be closed at the following dates and times:
From midnight Tuesday, September 23 until 10 p.m. Wednesday, September 24
From midnight Friday, September 26 until 10 p.m. Saturday, September 27

Everyone will be expected to have their cars removed from this lot during the times listed above. Failure to abide by these regulations can result in a ticket or tow of the vehicle at the vehicle owners expense. If you have any questions feel free to call DPS at 612-330-1717.

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Webinar | Assessing Intercultural + Global Skills

The Office of International Programs, The Center for Teaching and Learning, and General Education invite you to attend the following Webinar:

Intercultural Competence and Student Development:
Working Toward a Fuller Picture of Global Learning

A NAFSA ACADEMIC PROGRAMS FACULTY CONVERSATION

Date & Time: September 24, 2014, 1:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m. (CDT)
Location: Augsburg Room
No RSVP needed.

Kick off the new academic year with this stimulating conversation that taps into NAFSA's growing community of practice focused on global learning.

Several instruments are designed to help locate college students on intercultural scales and measure changes in their perspectives over time. What does the data from these techniques reveal - and not - about students and their intercultural competence?

A distinguished panel will present an overview of these instruments and the data each provides. Participants will then join in the conversation to explore:

how students develop in ways that we are now learning to measure;
analyses and questions we need to illuminate such change;
pedagogies and learning experiences we can imagine to better align theory and practice.

Faculty Conversations are designed for faculty members, researchers, and international educators interested in student learning outcomes and the educational experiences--curricular and co-curricular--created to help students gain and practice global knowledge, skills, and perspectives.

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Urban Plunge

Come to a fantastic training put on by Urban Plunge to explore the problems and opportunities of our urban environment on October 4th from 1-5:10 p.m. Urban Plunge is an experience designed to show gifts and challenges about Augsburg's urban setting through a lens of faith, specifically the Sermon On The Mount (Matthew 1:1-16). Some of these challenges are: poverty, hunger, homelessness, and racism; we also explore our gifts: interfaith dialogue, public faith, and what we can do about the challenges. We want to give this experience to youth groups from the metro and greater Minnesota area. This training is meant so that you will be able to be an Urban Plunge guide for the youth in their experience. If you need any more incentive, Afro Deli will be served after this training. If you would like to get involved please email me at lewisg@augsburg.edu

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Blogging: Website Training 2 p.m. Today

Website training today at 2:00 p.m. in Old Main 105. The topic is "Blogging 101." We will discuss what a blog is, the benefits of having a blog, how to start one, and how to manage it.
This training session will focus on blogs within the www.augsburg.edu website (i.e. department blogs), but anyone is welcome to attend, as much of the information will apply to personal blogs also.

More information on training sessions at http://engage.augsburg.edu/mannj/meetings/

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Google Engineer Acosta '04 Tells His Story - Friday

"From Augsburg to Google: An Alum Shares His Story"
Victor Acosta, PhD Engineer/Physicist at Google X
2004 Augsburg Physics alum and McNair Scholar
Date: September 26, 3:10-4:10 p.m.
Location: Science 123

Victor is this year's recipient of the Augsburg First Decade Alumni Award for his accomplishments and his involvement within the Augsburg community. In the spring of his first year at Augsburg, Victor joined the Augsburg Molecular Beam Epitaxy team with Dr. Ambrose Wolf, re-engineering the Ultra High Vacuum Chamber. While he continued to work in Dr. Wolf's lab throughout his undergraduate career, Victor was also selected to participate in two prestigious off campus summer experiences: a research internship at the Stanford Linear Accelerator Center in 2002, and one at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in 2003. After graduating, Victor went on to pursue his doctorate in solid-state physics at the University of California-Berkeley, followed by a post-doc at HP, and now works for Google X as a engineer. Come hear about his personal journey from Augsburg to Google!

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Model UN Applications Now Being Accepted

Augsburg College's Model United Nations Team is now accepting applications for the 2015 National Model UN Conference, to be held in New York City, March 21-28 (the week after spring break). We will have delegates on several General Assembly committees, the UN Environment Program, Economic and Social Council, and World Health Organization. The program and class are open to any students demonstrating a strong interest and background in world politics, diplomacy, or the work of international organizations. Those selected for the delegation enroll in the Model UN course (POL 368) in the spring term, and pay a $400 lab fee, which covers the cost of the conference, travel, and hotel in New York. More information about the conference can be found at http://www.nmun.org/nmun_ny.html. Applications can be obtained by contacting Prof. Underhill (underhil@augsburg.edu) and returned via email, or hard copy to Memorial 112B, with a priority deadline of Monday, Nov. 3.

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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 doctoral 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: Monday, October 13, 4 p.m.

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Food Service Hours

Nabo is open from 7:30am to 8:00pm. The Special of the Day is pepperoni pasta with sausage.

Einsteins is open from 7:30am-9:00pm, with the late night menu starting at 7:00pm.

The Commons is open from 7:30am-8:00pm. Market Place is serving grilled garlic pork chops, grilled zucchini, parsley potatoes, and quinoa with caramelized sweet onion. Vege is serving seasoned yellow squash, snap peas with mushrooms, couscous with dates and pistachio, and cottage fries.

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Career Quick Stop

The Strommen Career and Internship Center will be holding Career Quick Stop weekly. These walk-in hours are meant for quick career questions and short resume reviews. Appointments will be limited to 15 minutes and students will be seen on a first-come, first-served basis.

Simply check in at Career & Internship Services (Christensen Center, Suite 100) during the Career Quick Stop times: Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 1-2:30 p.m. - OR - Fridays from 10-11:30 a.m.

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New Copy Request System Coming Soon

Dear Faculty, Staff, and Students,

I am pleased to announce that the new copy request system will be ready to go live on 9/29/2014. With the help of a beta test group we have been working hard over the last few months to complete this project. This new system has been built to allow users to easily set up their job(s) and includes a lot of new features: uploading multiple files, sending one request for multiple jobs, and reviewing your job summary before submitting it to the copy center. The link will be on the Inside Augsburg home page.

Training for the new copy request system has been scheduled for Wednesdays and Thursdays in October. If you would like to participate in these training sessions, please RSVP by sending an email to Gao Vang at copyctr@augsburg.edu. Seats are limited so please reserve your seats ahead of time. These training sessions will last approximately 20-30 minutes.

Listed are the available times for these training sessions:

Wednesdays at 3:00pm in Old Main 210
10/1/2014
10/8/2014
10/15/2014
10/22/2014
10/29/2014

Thursdays at 3:30pm in Old Main 210
10/2/2014
10/9/2014
10/16/2014
10/23/2014
10/30/2014

If you are unable to attend any of these training sessions, you may request a personal session by calling or emailing the copy center.

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Timekeeping Systems Workshops

With the new school year beginning, we have many new students, staff, and supervisors using the new timekeeping system. We have set up several hands-on workshops to go through the process of the new system.

The sessions are targeted to particular groups which are noted below with the list of days, times--all sessions will be held in Sverdrup 205.

Students with Jobs on Campus:
Friday, September 26, 10 am – 10:30 am
Friday, September 26, 10:30 am – 11 am
Friday, September 26, 3 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Friday, September 26, 3:30pm – 4 p.m.
Supervisors:
Monday, September 29, 10 am – 11am (supervisors)

Students with Jobs on Campus:
Friday, October 10, 10 am – 10:30 am (students with jobs on campus)
Friday, October 10, 10:30 am – 11 am (students with jobs on campus)
Friday, October 10, 3 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. (students with jobs on campus)
Friday, October 10, 3:30 p.m. – 4 p.m. (students with jobs on campus)
Supervisors:
Monday, October 13, 10 am – 11 am (supervisors)

We look forward to seeing you there!

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Peace Building, Cease-fire Expert Will Helm NPPF

Augsburg College, with its academic partners the University of Minnesota's Humphrey School of Public Affairs and the School of Public Health, have appointed Gina Torry as executive director of the Nobel Peace Prize Forum effective Oct. 1. Torry is an international peace building expert with extensive experience in United Nations security-related initiatives and policy development in gender issues, mediation, and cease-fires. Read more about her work experience and accomplishments on the News and Media blog. http://www.augsburg.edu/news/2014/09/22/international-leader-peace-building-cease-fire-joins-nppf/

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Winter Break + Spring Abroad | Apply by Sept. 30

Attend a Study Abroad Info Session
At the Study Abroad info session you'll find out the basics about finances, scholarships, academics, and how to find the right program for you. For daily schedules and location: https://tinyurl.com/mhz5t3s

Search Programs
https://tinyurl.com/l6g4ceh

Scholarships Available!

www.augsburg.edu/augsburgabroad/

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CROP Hunger Walk

Calling all Auggies to join the fight against hunger!

CROP Hunger Walks are community-wide events that bring people together in a common mission: helping hungry people at home and around the world.

I'm excited to be part of it and would love to have you join me on this journey. Live out the Augsburg mission of being an informed citizen, thoughtful steward, critical thinker and responsible leader. The steps we take - and the funds we raise - will make a real impact!

The walk will take place:
Sunday October 12 at 1:00 p.m.
St. Anthony Park Lutheran Church
Route Distance 2.5 or 5 miles.

Join the Team: http://hunger.cwsglobal.org/site/TR/2014FallCROPHungerWalk/TR-Fall2014?team_id=112447&pg=team&fr_id=19938

Contact Katie Berggren at berggren@augsburg.edu for more info.

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Student Session with Christensen Symposium Speaker

Augsburg Students – is a career in ministry in your future?

Youth and Family Ministry and The Christensen Center for Vocation invite you to join us for a special Q&A session for Augsburg students with Reverend Nadia Bolz-Weber. It will be held Wednesday, Oct. 1 from 3:30-4:30pm in Oren Gateway 113. Ask questions of Nadia such as, "What is your advice for those of us considering careers in ministry?" Bring your own questions and be ready for good conversation! For more information about the symposium refer to http://www.augsburg.edu/ccv/blog/.

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Online Purchase Requisition Training Wed. & Thurs.

In an effort to streamline and do our work differently, we are moving toward all purchase requisition requests being done online. If you are used to sending an email to Purchasing to start the purchase order process, or filling out a paper purchase requisition, this training is for you.

Two identical sessions tomorrow and Thursday:
Wednesday, September 24, 2 PM, Lindell 202, Lindell Library
Thursday, September 25, 11:15 AM, Lindell 301, Lindell Library

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1 Week Left: Apply NOW for Winter Break Abroad

Just one week left to apply for short-term study abroad options this winter break.

Top Seven reasons to apply TODAY:

7. Short travel time - don't miss the whole semester
6. International experience - gives you great skills for your resume/grad school applications
5. Complete Augsburg Experience requirement PLUS a 4-credit course: Keystones, electives, LAFs, and SFMII are available!
4. Learning in a new way - by DOING - is a great way to re-engage with college, define your major/life path, etc
3. Travel with a group of Augsburg students and faculty - make new friends, get to know your professors
2. enjoy some warm sunshine in January!
1. Experience of a lifetime

Programs in Chiapas, Mexico, El Salvador, and Cuba available - apply today!

Not sure if it's right for you? Have questions about costs/scholarships?

+ Come in today for an Info Session to learn more!
MWF at 3:15
TTH at 11:25
F bonus session at 10:45

+ Contact Andrea Dvorak for more details and next steps: dvorak@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1669 or stop by Christiansen Suite 2, lower level!

http://www.augsburg.edu/augsburgabroad/
Auggies go Abroad!

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At The Common Table This Week

1) Panel Discussion: Local Leaders Strengthening Communities Through the Arts!
Thursday, September 25th from 4-6pm.

The Common Table team will welcome three local artists for a panel discussion about the powerful ways in which they use their various art forms as tools for social change! Come meet Nicole M Smith, Jamil Jude, and Ricardo Levins Morales and get a taste of the ways we continue to use this space for learning from the brilliant work of folks applying their skills for the public good all around the Twin Cities. Light refreshments will be provided.

2) Book Panel and Discussion.
Friday, September 26th, 3-4:30pm.

Join author Beth Baker and a panel of local leaders doing related work for a discussion of her book, "With a Little Help from Our Friends: Creating Community as We Grow Older" (published by Vanderbilt University Press.) The book focuses on innovative alternatives being created by baby boomers as they enter retirement, alternatives that allow them to avoid the traditional options of large senior complexes, etc. It describes specific experiments from across the country that try to balance independence and community as one grows older. Co-hosted by Professor Ben Denkinger and friends of the author.

3) EVERY WEDNESDAY at 6pm, Trinity Lutheran Congregation hosts a free Community Supper at the Common Table space. All are welcome to share food and meet your neighbors!

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Congressman Ellison Presentation - Oct. 2

Hamline University's Commitment to Community speaker is Congressman Keith Ellison. ACTC faculty, students, and staff are invited.

Tickets are free, but limited. Visit www.hamline.edu/C2C for details. Tickets need to be picked up in advance at the Anderson Center front desk on Hamline's campus, open all day and as late as 10 p.m.

When: October 2, 2014 at 7:15 p.m.
Where: Hamline United Methodist Church on Englewood Ave.
What Commitment to Community keynote-- "All Colors, All Cultures, All Faiths: A Life Journey and Vision for the 21st Century America" Congressman Ellison

http://www.hamline.edu/C2C/

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CCHP Annual Health Fair - Wednesday

Please join the CCHP staff for its annual health fair on Wednesday 9/24/14 from 10:30-1:30 p.m. in the Quad. This year over 35 community partners will be attending the fair to provide important and helpful health and mental health resource information. In addition, the employee benefit providers will be present along with the favorites -- the therapy dogs!

There will be FREE chair massages, healthy snacks and more so please stop by the Quad on Wednesday. Any questions, contact Dianne in the CCHP office 612-330-1707 or detloff@augsburg.edu

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MVNA Flu Shot Clinic Coming 9/29

It's that time of year -- time for the annual flu shot clinic. CCHP welcomes the MN Visiting Nurse Association to campus on Monday 9/29/14 from 10:30-2:00 p.m. Flu shots will be administered in the Riverside Room. Most insurances are accepted so please be sure to bring an ID and your insurance card. Alternatively the cost for the flu shot is $30 and can be paid with cash or check.

The clinic is a walk-in clinic and no appointment is necessary. Please help the Augsburg community stay healthy and get your flu shot on Monday. This clinic is open to all students, faculty and staff.

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International Internships Info. Session - Oct. 2

International Internships Information Session
October 2, 4:30-5:30, at the Strommen Center for Meaningful Work, in Christensen Center
Brought to you by the Center for Global Education at Augsburg College

International internship programs create an unmatched global working and educational experience. Attend this information session to find out more about the benefits of choosing an international internship. We will answer questions such as:
--How do employers view international internships?
--How long should your internship be? And where?
--Part-time or full-time? Part of an academic program or separate?
--What are the next steps for making an international internship happen?

The Center for Global Education (CGE) makes it easy for you to intern abroad, by finding internship opportunities for you. 85% of CGE returned students said that the program had an impact on landing them a job after graduation (from a recent survey of CGE alumni).

The Center for Global Education is currently accepting applications for its study abroad sites that offer internships. Don't think we have anything for you? Here's just glimpse of the types of internships CGE students have had in the past, in MANY fields of work & study:

Health-related: organization that provides support and advocacy for women living with HIV/AIDS
Education-related: assist teachers with their classes, teach some individual lessons as well as provide one-on-one tutoring for certain students.
LGBTQIA Rights-related: advocate with a local organization for the rights and acceptance of the LGBTQIA community.
Environmental-related: research and advocacy organizations addressing climate change, resource management, gardening or agricultural projects.
History-related: working with National Archives or local Museum Associations.
Business-related: department of Tourism, publicity-agencies, many many more.
Government-related: national and regional governmental offices in the capital city.

Intern Abroad in one of CGE's Study Abroad sites in Southern Africa or Mexico, while also earning credits toward graduation. Applications now open! Deadline to apply is October 15th. Visit for more info: http://www.augsburg.edu/global/

Email Lucy Hardaker with questions at hardaker@augsburg.edu.

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Calling All Filmmakers

ACTC is seeking student-made films for the second annual ACTC Student Film Festival. Whether you created a 60-second short with your iPhone, a piece of video journalism, or a 10-minute story for a final project, we want your film! Don't miss this chance to see your work on the big screen at St. Anthony Main Theatre on November 12th.

Submit your film by September 30th, 2014. Details at www.actc-mn.org/film.

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Personal Document Destruction Event

Faculty, staff and students are welcome to bring their personal confidential documents that need to be shredded to a FREE Shred Event sponsored by Augsburg Facilities Management. Bring your material (2 boxes or bags maximum, please) to the Shred Right truck parked between Sverdrup and Lindell Library on Wednesday, October 22, between 8:30-9:30 a.m. You must present your documents at this time; I am sorry we cannot offer early pick-up and storage of your personal documents. If you are not available at this time, it is your choice if you wish to entrust one of your co-workers to bring the documents to the truck for you. An Augsburg ID will be required, as we unfortunately cannot make this a community event.

I am giving you plenty of notice so that you can gather your materials, and perhaps use this event as an incentive to clean out your personal records! We can't give advice about what records you can destroy, but do your own research to figure out what you can get rid of from your home desk or file cabinet!

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All Hands Meeting - Today, 11:30, Hoversten Chapel

The Fall 2014 All Hands meeting is today, Tuesday, Sept. 23, at 11:30 a.m. in Hoversten Chapel. The plan is to start the meeting promptly at 11:30 a.m. and have President Pribbenow conclude his remarks before those with noon classes need to depart.

Because of the brief time for the meeting, we have posted a document on the All Hands 2014-15 page (the top link on the College Reports page on Inside Augsburg) that provides a high-level overview of enrollment, financial and fundraising data. Some of this information may be referenced during the All Hands meeting, but if you don't have a chance to access it before then, the document will stay online for you to review at your convenience.

Those interested in accessing the meeting from another location can do so by going to http://www.livestream.com/augsburgmeeting. This link also is posted on the All Hands 2014-15 page on Inside Augsburg.

For those unable to attend today's meeting, we will post an audio recording for listening at a later date.

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