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Faculty "Coffee Talk"

Coffee, it's always a good idea!

Are you interested in having conversations with other faculty about teaching issues? Do you have some great teaching ideas you would like to share with your colleagues? Do you simply want a mid-morning break and a free cup of coffee? If so, come have coffee, make connections with colleagues from departments across the college, and get advice from your peers at this CTL-sponsored discussion.

Monday, October 27
10-11 a.m. (drop by any time)
Marshall Room

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Tutoring and Supplemental Instruction

The Academic Skills Office (ASO) provides FREE Supplemental Instruction and tutoring support for most Augsburg courses. Please visit our website for drop-in tutoring and SI information, updated schedules, information on tutoring and other support offered on campus. If you have further concerns or questions, call or stop by our office in the Gage Center, 612-330-1445 or email tutor@augsburg.edu

For SI and Drop-in Schedules, visit:
http://www.augsburg.edu/acskills/tutoring/

For other information and to request a tutor, visit:
http://www.augsburg.edu/acskills/tutoring/tutor-request-form/

*Please know that scheduled session details are subject to change. We will keep the most up-to-date information published.

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Convocation Daily Schedule Change

On Thursday, October 16, the Center for Counseling and Health Promotion convocation will affect the daily class schedule.

The revised schedule will be:
1st Period 7:50-9:15 a.m. (instead of 7:50-9:30)
2nd Period 9:25-10:50 a.m. (instead of 9:40-11:20)
Convocation 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
3rd Period 12:10-1:40 p.m.
Remaining classes follow regular schedule

Convocation class schedule modifications are posted online at http://www.augsburg.edu/registrar/faculty/convoschedule/ .

For more information about the convocation series and featured presenters, visit http://www.augsburg.edu/convo/ .

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Diversity & Global Learning in the Curriculum

Please join Eric Canny, new Dean of Global Education, for a series of conversations about renewing our commitment to teaching Diversity and Global Learning across the curriculum.

All conversations will be from 12 to 1 p.m. - bring your lunch or buy it in the East Commons (Gen Ed will pick up the tab)

Wednesday, Oct. 15 Where can / do diversity and global learning meet in the curriculum? (Augsburg Room)

Tuesday, Nov. 11 What barriers prevent us from effectively teaching DGL? What resources and collaborations would help? (Lindell 301)

Wednesday, Dec. 3 How can we help students achieve the SLO to "explain diverse positions and collaborate effectively across social, cultural and geographic differences?" (Riverside Room)

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Would You Like To:

Gain valuable leadership experience?
Receive first-rate training?
Get involved at Augsburg?
Meet new people?

If you answered yes to any of the following questions, you should apply to be a 2015 Orientation Leader today! You can pick up an application in the Auggie's Nest, located in the basement of the Christensen Center.

Applications are due on Tuesday, November 11th at 12pm and must be turned in to Joanne K. Reeck in room 1B in the basement of Christensen Center.

If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Sammy Coy or Chris Wallace in CAO at orientat@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1100

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Timekeeping Systems Workshops

Learn how to use the new timekeeping system with hands-on instruction and assistance!

The sessions are targeted to particular groups which are noted below with the list of days, times, and locations.

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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Diversity and Inclusion meeting Oct. 16

Augsburg College's mission states our commitment to "..intentional diversity in our life and work." The Diversity and Inclusion Committee serves as a catalyst for change and continuous improvement in areas of diversity and inclusion.

On Oct. 16, 12:05 - 1 p.m., (Lindell 301) we invite faculty, staff and students to hear about areas of focus for 2014-15 and provide input, ask questions, and be engaged in this critical work.

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Campus Cupboard Food Shelf Open to All Students

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

Tuesdays 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. and 2 p.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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Food Service Hours

Monday 10/13/14
Nabo is open from 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. The Special of the Day is a Crispy Chicken Club Sandwich.

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 baked jojo potatoes, cauliflower with parsley, pulled bbq chicken sandwich and buns. Vege is serving peas sautéed with mint and shallot, vegan buffalo chicken, carrots in lime soy butter and roasted potatoes with rosemary.

There is a Cheese Cake Bar at Dinner!

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8-10 Day International Exp. for Working Adults

Think you don't have time to study abroad? Consider one of Augsburg's short-term programs abroad in January or spring break! You'll complete a General Education requirement or elective, experience another culture with a group of Augsburg students and an Augsburg professor, all in just 8-10 days - plus you'll complete your Augsburg Experience requirement too!

Global Crossroads and Indigenous Resistance: Chiapas, Mexico
Vocation & Christian Faith: EL Salvador
Spring Break: Bible, Christian Theology, & Vocation in Mexico

Apply by October 30!

Think you can't afford one of these short-term study abroad experiences? Check out THREE scholarship opportunities listed below. Apply before October 15 and you will be notified if you are awarded before the program application deadline of October 30.

1) Mary Witt Scholarship:
This fund enhances opportunities for persons lacking sufficient personal resources, especially persons of color, to participate in CGE programs. Funds may also be awarded to students who can demonstrate involvement in grassroots work so that such participants can meet their counterparts working for social change in other countries.

2) Religious Studies Scholarship:
This fund is intended to provide encouragement and financial assistance for study abroad to students majoring in religion or pre-seminary, The award is based upon financial need.

3) Students of Color Endowed Scholarship Fund:
This fund is for students with demonstrated financial need and who are affiliated with the American Indian, Hispanic/Latino, Pan Afrikan or Pan Asian support programs at Augsburg College

To apply: http://www.augsburg.edu/global/seminars-join/scholarships/

For more information or if you simply have questions, please contact:
Ms. Andrea W. Dvorak: Assistant Director and Faculty-Led Programs Manager, Augsburg Abroad: Augsburg College
2211 Riverside Avenue, CB 68; Christensen Center 2K Minneapolis, Minnesota 55454-1350 USA

T: +1.612.330.1669; F: +1.612.330.1132; E: dvorak@augsburg.edu; W: http://www.augsburg.edu/augsburgabroad

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You're Invited - Advance Screening of an Auggie's Feature Film

Members of the Augsburg College community are invited to attend FREE special advance screenings of "The Good Lie" that stars Augsburg College alumna Kuoth Wiel '13.

TUESDAY, OCT. 14 -- Film will be introduced by Kuoth Wiel
7:30 p.m.
The Showplace ICON in St. Louis Park
1625 West End Blvd., St. Louis Park, MN

Visit https://www.gofobo.com/rsvp and enter code CLGEZWUV for your chance to download 2 passes per person (while supplies last). You will need to set up an account on the ticket distribution site. Please note that seats are not guaranteed as the theater is overbooked to ensure full capacity. Arrive early to secure your seats.

THURSDAY, OCT. 16
7:30 p.m.
AMC Southdale
400 Southdale Center
Edina, MN 55435

Visit https://www.gofobo.com/rsvp and enter code CLGE2122 for your chance to download 2 passes per person (while supplies last). You will need to set up an account on the ticket distribution site. Please note that seats are not guaranteed as the theater is overbooked to ensure full capacity. Arrive early to secure your seats.

ABOUT THE FILM
In "The Good Lie," Philippe Falardeau, (writer and director of the Oscar-nominated Foreign Language film "Monsieur Lazhar") brings the story of their survival and triumph to life. Academy Award winner Reese Witherspoon ("Walk the Line") stars alongside Sudanese actors Arnold Oceng, Ger Duany, Emmanuel Jal, and newcomer Kuoth Wiel, many of whom were also children of war.

Learn more about Wiel's performance in the film by visiting the Augsburg College News and Media Services blog: http://www.augsburg.edu/news/2014/10/06/pioneer-press-features-kuoth-wiel-13-good-lie/

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Keeping Track of Auggies

Auggie Athletics

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