Parking Appeal Committee Members Needed

As the new school year is underway it is time again to set up the parking appeal committee for the year. This committee will meet once a month to review appeals and make decisions on how the appeal will be handled. The committee will consist of 2 faculty members, 2 staff members, 2 students, and I will chair the committee as the Assistant Director of Public Safety. If selected to this position you will be expected to be unbiased in regards to all aspects of the appeal process. As a committee member your name will remain confidential to assure any outside influences will be minimized. If you would like to take part in this endeavor please email Mark DeCrans at decrans@augsburg.edu

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North Star STEM Pursuing Higher Degrees Workshop

North Star STEM Alliance students are invited to participate in the Pursuing the Highest Degrees workshop, a Saturday workshop devoted to exploring the value of earning a post-baccalaureate degree and preparation for that next phase of academic life.

Date/Time: Saturday, October 11, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Cargill Building Room 105 and Atrium, St. Paul Campus of the University of Minnesota
1500 Gortner Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55108

Topics at the workshop include:
* Why graduate school and where to apply
* How to apply for graduate school
* How to fund graduate school
* How to prepare now for graduate school

The event also includes a resource fair in which a number of graduate school resources from the University of Minnesota will be present. At the end of the workshop, current graduate students will present a panel discussion called "Voices from the Field." This event is a great way to explore what graduate school entails, or to begin thinking seriously about embarking on this next phase of academic life.

The Pursuing Higher Degrees workshop will be a pre-registered event, interested in coming, please contact Rebekah Dupont at dupont@augsburg.edu. Deadline for registration is October 8. You do not need to be already a member of North Star STEM - this is a great opportunity to learn about the program.

The North STEM Alliance is a 17-member partnership among Minnesota colleges, universities and community organizations committed to supporting multicultural students toward earning bachelor's degrees in STEM (http://www.northstarstem.org). While citizenship or permanent residency is required for receiving federal funds, programming is open to all interested students regardless of citizenship status.

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Congrats to September Auggie Pride Award Winners

Congratulations to September Auggie Pride Award Winners: Jeff Swenson '79 and Ana Eliason!

Jeff Swenson '79 has been a part of the Augsburg College community since 1975 and currently serves as Athletic Director. Ana Eliason joined Augsburg in 2011 and serves as the Career and Internship Specialist in the Strommen Center.

Here's what Jeff and Ana's colleagues who nominated them had to say:

"Jeff worked tirelessly this summer to raise funds for the new scoreboard to recognize Edor Nelson '38 and put on a major 100th birthday event for Edor in August. He has also been instrumental in securing fellowships for the athletic department, which has led to the back-to-back largest recruiting classes in the history of the Augsburg athletic department."

"Since coming to Augsburg three years ago, Ana has spent hours reviewing the internship process and working with faculty and various departments to see that the process is smooth and easy to follow. Her care, dedication, and commitment to serving students, faculty, and off-campus partners is incredible and it is so often highlighted in her work with internships at Augsburg. Ana plays a big role in designing those "wow" moments when our site supervisors also have a great experience hiring an Auggie."

Jeff and Ana will each receive a $25 gift card and an Auggie "swag bag" to show off their Auggie pride!

To nominate an outstanding colleague for October's Auggie Pride Award, email Staff Senate at staffsenate@augsburg.edu or visit http://inside.augsburg.edu/staffsenate/auggie_pride/.

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Trip To Mille Lacs with American Indian Studies

The American Indian Studies Department along with St. Thomas University's Culture and Difference Program will be taking a day trip up to Mille Lacs on Oct. 11. If you are interested in visiting the museum and the trading post, and having a brief tour of the community, please RSVP to marubbio@augsburg.edu.

Cost: Free but bring money for lunch
Meet: 9:00 a.m. outside Si Melby
Return: around 4:30-5:00 p.m.

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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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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, and locations.

Students with Jobs on Campus:
Friday, October 10, 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. (students with jobs on campus) in Sverdrup 205
Friday, October 10, 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. (students with jobs on campus) in Sverdrup 205
Friday, October 10, 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (students with jobs on campus) in Sverdrup 205
Friday, October 10, 3:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. (students with jobs on campus) in Sverdrup 205

Supervisors:
Monday, October 13, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. (supervisors) in Sverdrup 205
Monday, October 13, 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (supervisors) in Sverdrup 201

We look forward to seeing you there!

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Food Service Hours

Nabo is open from 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. The Special of the Day is Sweet & Sour Chicken Bowl.

Einsteins is open from 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., with the late night menu starting at 7:00 p.m.

The Commons is open from 7:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Market Place is serving lentils with spinach and ginger, five spice rice, sloppy janes, and potato and pancetta with onions. Vege is serving potato rissole, veggie fried brown rice, green bean fries, and asparagus with zesty dressing.

There is a Soup Bar in The Commons on Monday!

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Campus Cupboard Food Shelf Now Open to Students

The Campus Cupboard food shelf is now open the following times:

Tuesdays 11:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Wednesdays 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Fridays 12:30 - 4 p.m.

The food shelf is open to any Augsburg student to use.

The Augsburg College food shelf, Campus Cupboard, provides free food to students throughout the academic year. Campus Cupboard is located in Hoversten Chapel of Foss Center by the back stairwell to the balcony. If you are an Augsburg student who would like to use the food shelf, stop by during open hours. Students may pick out five food items each visit. An Augsburg student ID is required. (Names will not be recorded, only ID numbers.)

If you would like to donate to the food shelf: Donations of non-perishable food items are accepted in green collection bins at the Welcome Desk and Einstein's (in Christensen), the Campus Ministry/Theater Office (in Foss), and the Urn/Mort and Anderson dorm lobbies.

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Still Time to Join the Fun: Steps Challenge

Stop by HR and pick up your Free Pedometer, steps conversion chart and a treat to get you energized and ready to walk!

Get off to a great start!
* The challenge is designed to gradually increase the number of steps you walk each day.
* Record your participation at www.myinteractivehealth.com (My Action Plan).
* Use a pedometer to record your daily step count or use the Steps Log under the Exercise tab to manually record your steps.
* Participate in other exercises you enjoy and they will be converted to steps when recorded

Sign up and join in the fun!

Register from Tuesday, September 30 to Thursday, October 9 by clicking on Sign Up on the challenge banner at www.myinteractivehealth.com (My Action Plan Tab). First time registrants use sponsor code V9DXA.


Join a Team!
1. Log on to www.myinteractivehealth.com (My Action Plan Tab)
2. Click Sign Up Now under the Challenge banner
3. Choose "Augsburg College" from the Select Your Team drop down menu
4. Complete your team selection by clicking Sign Up Now
5. Please email Carol Enke to confirm your registration and get your name added to a drawing for additional prizes to be distributed throughout the challenge!

* Always consult a physician or other qualified health care professional before starting a diet or exercise program.

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Join with HR and Lets Walk Together to End Hunger

Walkers are needed to join the first Auggie Team in the CROP Hunger Walk. The walk takes place October 12. There is NO REQUIRED donation to be a part of this event.

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

We are excited to be part of it and would love to have you join us 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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2nd Flu Shot Clinic Scheduled for 10/28

Thank you to the many faculty, staff and students who got their flu shots last week with the MN Visiting Nurse Association. The MVNA will be back on campus on Tuesday 10/28/14 from 11 - 1 p.m. in the Riverside Room administering shots for those who were unable to attend last week's clinic.

Most insurances are accepted or you can pay $30 cash or check (no debit or credit cards accepted). Please consider getting your flu shot on 10/28 and help keep the Augsburg community healthy this flu season.

No appointments are necessary as it is a walk-in clinic so please mark 10/28 on your calendar to get your flu shot. The clinic is open to all students, faculty and staff. Any questions, please call the CCHP office at 612-330-1707

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Daily Chapel Today: Blessing of the Animals

Join us for worship in the chapel today at 10:40 a.m. for our annual Blessing of the Animals in honor of St. Francis of Assisi. Bring your pet (or photo) for this special service. Music: Bill Capman, Assoc. Prof. of Biology, guitar.

Coming up this week in chapel:
Tuesday 10/7 at 11:30 a.m.: Celebration of New Life! (Lexi Bergevin, soprano)
Wednesday 10/8 at 10:40 a.m.: Coming Out Week: John Karason '78, President of
Bethany Lutheran Church Congregation, preaching (Wesley Miller, percussion)
Thursday 10/9 at 11:30 a.m.: Coming Out Week: Jane Ulring '15 preaching (Cedar Singers)
Friday 10/10 at 10:40 a.m.: Bishop Rick Hoyme preaching, (Leslie Hutchinson, vocalist; and Jazz trio: Chris Kopp, bass; Tommy Jacobs, drums; and Sonja Thompson, piano). Friday Chapel is followed by C3: Christ, Community & Coffee!

We gather in Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center - Everyone is welcome!

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Auggies Connect w/ Employers - Oct. 9

The Strommen Center for Meaningful Work would like to invite students who are interested in careers in Accounting and Finance to stop by our center in Suite 100 of the Christensen Center on Thursday, October 9 between 3:00-5:00 p.m.

Representatives from Travelers Insurance, Wells Fargo Financial, AXA Advisors, and Robert Half Finance and Accounting will be on campus to answer questions on your job or internship search and/or have your resume critiqued. All majors are welcome. Informal meet and greet. Come and stay for as long as you would like.

Questions call 612-330-1472 or email careers@augsburg.edu

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Student Philanthropy Summit

Student leaders!

You were recommended as a student leader to take part in a conversation about philanthropy at Augsburg. Please join us:

Tuesday, October 7
5:30- 6:30 p.m.
Oren Gateway 300

We want to hear your ideas and share Augsburg's plan for:

--Give to The Max Day, November 13

--Philanthropy Week, October 13-17

--State Grants at Augsburg

It is important that you be part of the conversation so we can get your advice about the best strategy to get students involved in Give to The Max Day and Philanthropy around campus! We will be discussing the successes of Give to the Max Day last year and the plan to come in first place again this year. We want your feedback! Your involvement will make Augsburg successful again!

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Focused Conversation Session: TODAY/TOMORROW

The first Focused Conversation, "The Enrollment Village: Building campuswide engagement around matriculating first-time students," led by William Mullen, vice president for Enrollment Management, will be held today and tomorrow.

You are invited to attend whichever session fits your schedule:

TODAY: Monday, Oct. 6, 3:40 p.m. - OGC 100
TOMORROW: Tuesday, Oct. 7, 3:40 p.m. - OGC 100

Background materials for the session have been posted on the "All Hands 2014-2015" page. The materials include a set of slides that will be shared during the Focused Conversation as well as a report from Lipman Hearne on how prospective students approach the college decision process. The Lipman Hearne report is additional background information for those who are interested; it is not required reading for participation in the Focused Conversation.

To access the All Hands page, log into Inside Augsburg and click the "All Hands" icon on the main page of Inside Augsburg.

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Allianz Actuarial Presentation next Thursday

"Interested in learning what an Actuary does or want to learn how to become an Actuary? Want to find out more information on the Actuarial Program at Allianz Life Insurance?

Join us for an Actuarial Presentation

October 9, 2014, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Old Main - Room 208

* Learn about Allianz Actuarial Internships
* What an actuary does as well as traditional and nontraditional actuarial challenges
* How best to prepare for an actuarial internship or full time position
* Answer any and all questions

As a leading provider of fixed and variable annuities and life insurance, Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America (Allianz) is built on the strength of its employees. That's why we seek individuals who want to develop in a real world environment, with fast-paced and challenging work that makes a difference within the industry.

Questions? Contact Rebekah Dupont at dupont@augsburg.edu.

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Chapel: Celebration of New Life - Tues., Oct. 7

Campus Ministry invites all faculty, staff and students who are celebrating "new life" with birth, adoption, foster care, etc., in the past year or so, to be our Special Guests in Chapel on Tuesday, October 7, at 11:30 a.m.

Are you a new parent or guardian or grandparent? Are you a new sister or brother? Are you a new aunt or uncle? Please email Amy Hanson at hansona2@augsburg.edu or call x1732; with the following information: your name, phone, email, and the name of the "new life".

Thanks, and we look forward to celebrating with you!

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Higher Learning Commission Praises Kathy Swanson

The Department of English is proud to announce that this past weekend Kathy Swanson was nominated by the Higher Learning Commission to be a Team Chair for Open/Standard Pathways (accreditation processes) and related service at the HLC.

The Commission's letter of nomination praises the quality of Prof. Swanson's work and gratefully notes her record of service to the HLC. Congratulations, Kathy.

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Hesser Receives NSEE Award

Garry Hesser, Sociology and Sabo Professor Emeritus, received the John Duley Lifetime Achievement Award and was inducted into NSEE's Distinguished Scholars ranks at the October Annual Conference of the National Society for Experiential Education in Baltimore. Garry also led a workshop on "Teaching and Learning Experientially" and another featuring his new book, STRENGTHENING EXPERIENTIAL EDUCATION: A NEW ERA (2013). Congratulations Garry!

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Dirty Dancing Tickets for Sale - Sat., Oct. 11

Two tickets for sale to Dirty Dancing at the Orpheum Theater on Saturday October 11 (2:00 p.m.). Row 16 middle of the stage--beautiful seats. Face price of each ticket is 84.75 but I am willing to negotiate. If interested, please contact Bridget at robinson@augsburg.edu.

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