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- Allianz Actuarial Presentation This Thursday
- Meet & Greet: CGE Faculty + Returned Students
- Oct 29: Indigenous Perspectives on Climate Change
- Focused Conversation Session: TODAY
- Career Quick Stop
- Trip To Mille Lacs with American Indian Studies
- Open House - Minnesota Urban Debate League
- Student Philanthropy Summit - TODAY
- Daily Chapel Today: Celebration of New Life
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Center for Teaching and Learning Reading Circle
"The Roundhouse" by Louise Erdrich
Facilitators: Bob Cowgill (English) & Elise Marubbio (American Indian Studies)
Schedule: 12:20-1:30 Wednesdays, Oct. 22 and November 19
Riverside Room, Christensen Center
Set in 1988 on a North Dakota reservation, the 14th novel from Pulitzer finalist Louise Erdrich is the compelling story of a 13-year-old boy thrust into manhood after his mother is the victim of a brutal crime. The Star Tribune praises the book as "an artfully balanced mystery, thriller and coming-of-age story… [a] gripping tale of the effects of violence on a family." This novel is the Many Voices Project common text used in English 111 this school year. The Reading Circle will examine Erdrich's exploration of the lives of Native Americans and themes of violence, family, sovereignty and loss, and discuss how one facilitates discussion of these sometime difficult topics skillfully and with cultural sensitivity.
Faculty and staff may sign up for the Reading Circle and pick up a book in the Department of Nursing SC 116. Please read to p. 148 for the first session. Participants are also invited to have lunch in the cafeteria courtesy of the Batalden Endowment.
Questions can be directed to Matt Maruggi (maruggi@augsburg.edu) or Joyce Miller (millerj2@augsburg.edu).
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, 9am to 4pm
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.
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.
Academic Year Research Grants Available
Each fall URGO offers $1,000 research grants for students who wish to gain research experience with an Augsburg faculty member. These grants require 100 hours of research over the course of the academic year and are a great way to ease into research or to continue work on an existing project. These grants go quickly, so apply SOON!
Applications for Academic-Year Research Grants are accepted on a rolling basis. To apply, complete the electronic application at http://www.augsburg.edu/urgo/research/on-campus-research/. Mentor approval for projects is shown by emailing the application and report form to urgo@augsburg.edu.
Website Accessibility Training TODAY
Learn about how to make your website compliant with accessibility standards. All website content managers are encouraged to attend.
Lindell 301
2 p.m.
See the full schedule at http://engage.augsburg.edu/mannj/meetings/
General Announcements
New Copy Request System - Now Live
Dear Faculty, Staff, and Students,
I am pleased to announce that the new copy request system is now live. 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 is on the Inside Augsburg home page under Administrative Tasks for Faculty and Staff and on the Central Services home page for students.
Training for the new copy request system has been scheduled for Wednesdays and Thursdays in October. These training sessions will last approximately 20-30 minutes.
Listed are the available times for these training sessions:
Wednesdays at 3 p.m. in Old Main 210
10/8/2014
10/15/2014
10/22/2014
10/29/2014
Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. in Old Main 210
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. You may also use the Training Guide located on the Central Services page. You may access it by clicking Online Ordering and selecting the "New Copy Request Instruction Guide" button.
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.
Final Days to Join the CROP Walk Team or Donate
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. BUT, if you are not able to walk you can still support this worthy endeavor by making a donation on the team page.
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.
Going Away Gathering for Barb Harvey in CLASS
Please join us on Thursday, 10/9 at 3 p.m. in Lindell 301 to celebrate Barb Harvey, who has been a CLASS Disability Specialist since 2005, and to wish her well in her relocation to the Chicago area.
Academic Advising Attends NACADA Conference
The Academic Advising Office will be closed on Thursday Oct. 9 and Friday Oct. 10 while staff advisors attend the National Academic Advising Association (NACADA) held in Minneapolis. Our office will resume normal hours on Monday, Oct. 13.
Food Service Hours
Tuesday 10/7/14
Nabo is open from 7:30am to 8:00pm. The Special of the Day is an Open Faced Turkey Sandwich.
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 spice rubbed cod, lemony rice, herbed sugar snap peas, and mashed potatoes. Vege is serving rosemary potato wedges, brown rice pilaf, broccoli with lemon, garlic and sun dried tomatoes, and maple glazed carrots.
Event Announcements
Allianz Actuarial Presentation This 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, 2-3 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.
Meet & Greet: CGE Faculty + Returned Students
All prospective study abroad students are encouraged to attend!
Thursday, October 16 from 4:30-5:30
Augsburg Abroad Suite, Lower Level Christensen Center
(FREE SNACKS!)
Spend time with fellow Auggies who have already studied abroad with Center for Global Education programs in Latin America and Africa. Ask questions and explore program options directly with other students. Learn more about the impact of study abroad upon your personal, academic, and professional life.
The directors of both CGE-Mexico and CGE-Namibia will be in attendance. Dr. Ann Lutterman-Aguilar (Mexico) and Romanus Shivoro (Namibia) will be available to talk about courses, internships, housing, and more! This is a unique opportunity to get a taste of Augsburg campuses abroad, right here in Minneapolis.
Contact: Jessica Haas (haasj@augsburg.edu) or (Lucy Hardaker, hardaker@augsburg.edu) with questions.
Oct 29: Indigenous Perspectives on Climate Change
Native American Film Series begins this month:
Join filmmakers Jeffrey Palmer (Kiowa) and Filoteo Gómez Martínez (Ayuuk) for a screening and discussion of their provocative film, which documents the stories and observations of different Indigenous communities on climate change. Sonia Davila Poblete will connect these stories from the central United States to those of Indigenous Bolivians.
Date: October 29, 2014
Pace: Sateren Auditorium, Music Hall, 715 22nd Ave South
Reception 6-6:30 p.m.
Screening begins at 6:45 PM
Discussion with filmmakers follows.
All Native American Film Series events are open and free to the public as well as the campus community.
Focused Conversation Session: TODAY
The Focused Conversation, "The Enrollment Village: Building campus wide engagement around matriculating first-time students," led by William Mullen, vice president for Enrollment Management, will hold its second session (of two) this afternoon:
TODAY: Tuesday, Oct. 7, 3:40 p.m. - OGC 100
If you attended yesterday's session on this topic, there is no need to attend today, as the same material will be discussed.
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.
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.
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 trading post, and having a brief tour of the community, please RSVP to marubbio@augsburg.edu.
Cost: Free but bring money for lunch
Meet: 9:00am outside Sci-Melby
Return: around 4:30-5 p.m.
Open House - Minnesota Urban Debate League
WEDNESDAY IS THE DAY!
MNUDL & Augsburg Debate team CO-Open House
Come hear about the exciting work the Minnesota Urban Debate League is doing in the community. Learn more about our mission to empower our amazing students as they learn to be effective advocates for themselves and their communities & help us launch the new Augsburg Debate Team.
OCTOBER 8, 2014
3-6 p.m.
Short program at 4:45 p.m.
There will be cake.
Who: Faculty, Staff, Students, Community Partners, all are welcome!
Where: Foss 18, in the basement of Foss
Student Philanthropy Summit - TODAY
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!
Contact Ben Krouse-Gagne at 612-330-1179 or krousega@augsburg.edu with any questions.
Daily Chapel Today: Celebration of New Life
Join us for worship today at 11:30am for our Celebration of New Life service! (Lexi Bergevin, soprano)
Chapel this week:
Wednesday 10/8 at 10:40am: Coming Out Week: John Karason '78, President of Bethany Lutheran Church Congregation, preaching (Wesley Miller, percussion)
Thursday 10/9 at 11:30am: Coming Out Week: Jane Ulring '15 preaching; (Cedar Singers)
Friday 10/10 at 10:40am: 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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Dirty Dancing Tickets for Sale - Saturday, Oct. 11
Two tickets for sale to Dirty Dancing at the Orpheum Theater on Saturday October 11 (2 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.