Fire Extinguisher Training on Oct. 29

You can learn how to use a fire extinguisher - and actually put out a fire! Training will be held on Oct. 29 (tomorrow) in Lot G at 8 a.m., 10 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. It only takes 10 minutes, but you may have to wait in a short line. If you wish to participate in this training, please send an email to Sara Kenison, our Environmental Assurance consultant, at sara@env-assurance.com and let her know the time of the training you wish to attend.

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Enrollment Center Closed Tuesday, Oct. 28th

The Enrollment Center is closed today, Tuesday, October 28th. We will reopen on Wednesday at 9 am.

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Phil Adamo Book-Signing and Reading - October 29

The Christensen Center for Vocation, the Center for Teaching and Learning, and the Department of History invite you to celebrate the vocation and scholarship of medieval history professor Phil Adamo.

Join us on Wednesday, October 29 from 3:15-5:00 p.m. in Oren Gateway Room 100. Professor Adamo will sign books, which will be available for purchase. Adamo recently published two books, The Medieval Church: A Brief History (2013) and New Monks in Old Habits: The Formation of the Caulite Monastic Order (2014).

He will also read "Hanging Little Joe on the Suburban Ponderosa, Or, What has the Middle Ages to do with the Old West?" an essay soon to be published in a special edition of the Journal of the West. This essay looks at Adamo's childhood, growing up on the edge of a Texas suburb, and how that experience with the imagined Old West led to his vocation as a medievalist.

Refreshments will be provided. For more information, see http://www.augsburg.edu/ccv/2014/10/13/philadamovocationandscholarship/

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Now Is the Time to Visit the Writing Lab

Last year, tutors in the Writing Lab conducted well over 2,000 conferences with students on their writing assignments, and so far this fall, hundreds of students have already used this valuable support service. The lab is located on the street level of Lindell Library, just left of the circulation desk. No appointments are taken/needed. Just show up with a hard copy of your work.

Here are the hours:

Monday: 11:10 a.m.-1:40 p.m.; 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 12:30-3:00 p.m.; 3:30-6:00 p.m.; 7:30-10 p.m.
Wednesday: 3:30-6:00 p.m.; 6:30-9 p.m.
Thursday: 12:30-3:00 p.m.; 3:30-6:00 p.m.; 7:30-10 p.m.
Friday: 4:30-7:00 p.m.
Sunday: 5:00-8:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact K. Swanson, ext. 1010.

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Latin Honors Working Group

As notified last week, a group of faculty from each division are examining the current process for awarding Latin Honors. What is the role of Latin Honors at Augsburg? How well is our current system serving students and the institution? What changes if any might be considered? If you would like additional information or have comments or ideas, please contact Diane Pike at pike@augsburg.edu. Open sessions will be held later but input is welcome at any time.

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Critical Thinking: How Well Are We Doing? Nov. 4

It's been 3 years since the last CTL workshop on Critical Thinking. Since that time, we've gathered evidence on our students' performance that might surprise you (and change the way you teach). National evidence also underscores the urgency of redoubling our efforts in this area. Critical Thinking is one of the General Education skills embedded across the curriculum. This workshop will review our students' performance on nationally calibrated tests and cover strategies for effectively teaching critical thinking.

Mary Lowe and Lori Brandt-Hale will be offering two sessions on Tuesday, November 4, and Wednesday, November 5, both from 3:40-5:00 in OCG 111.

If you have any questions, please contact Mary Lowe lowe@augsburg.edu

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Get Your Flu Shot TODAY

Haven't gotten your flu shot yet? You can get yours today from 11-1 p.m. in the Riverside Room of Christensen Center. The MN Visiting Nurse Association will be administering the flu shots to all interested students, faculty and staff. Most insurances are accepted or you can pay $30 cash or check.

No appointment is necessary so just walk-in and bring your insurance card and a photo ID. Stay healthy this flu season and get your flu shot today.

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

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New Personal Discount - Staples

Augsburg students, faculty, and staff are eligible to get Augsburg College contract negotiated prices for personal use on all Staples products - office supplies, technology, and much more. Discount prices are available for online shopping and in Staples retail stores. You also get free next-business-day shipping for on-line orders $35 and more.

You must sign up in advance to get the discounts. See this flyer http://web.augsburg.edu/centralservices/Staples_discount_faculty_staff_students.pdf for clickable links to the sign up sites (one sign up for online shopping and one sign up for retail stores-you are welcome to sign up for both!).

(Note: if you order supplies for your Augsburg department, this personal discount requires completely separate sign ons.) Alumni are also eligible for this discount. See the Alumni Benefits web page for your links to sign up.

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Food Service Hours

Tuesday, 10/28
Nabo is open from 7:30am to 8:00pm. The Special of the Day is an American Burger & Fries.

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

The Commons is open from 7:30am-7:00pm. Market Place is serving Grilled Garlic Pork Chops, Grilled Zucchini, Parsley Potatoes, and Quinoa with Caramelized Sweet Onion. Vege is serving Red Bean Curry, Herb Roasted Sweet Cherry Tomatoes, Acorn Squash with Cinnamon, and Sliced Baked Potatoes with Herbs.

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Food Service Hours Update

The Commons will be open until 8 p.m. for dinner through the rest of this week. Starting on Monday November 3rd, The Commons will be closing at 7 p.m. for dinner.

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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.

The Health Commons will be holding a Supply Drive, sponsored by Tri-Beta, during the week of October 27-October 31, 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
* men's underwear - boxers
* baby wipes

Many of these items can be purchased for low cost at a local dollar store. Any contribution is going to be very appreciated! Drop off boxes will be in the Biology Department office (second floor science) and residence halls all week.

Questions can be directed to Tri-Beta president Michelle Grafelman grafel10@augsburg.edu. Thank you!

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Help Urban Debate League Stuff Halloween Bags

Come help the MNUDL stuff Halloween Bags for our tournament this weekend. We need your help Wednesday, Oct. 29th 12:30-1:30 in Foss 18. We will be stuffing Halloween bags with candy for about 200 students.
For those who come help out there will be free candy and lunch provided.

To sign-up please email Molly Hahne at hahne@augsburg.edu

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Annual Benefit Enrollment Period

The annual benefit enrollment period will be from November 10-November 21. Human Resources we will be sending out an email to your Augsburg email address next week with more details. However, in the meantime, please block off your calendar to attend one of the five benefit enrollment sessions:

Open Enrollment Information Sessions - Christensen Center, Marshall Room:
November 10 at 9:30 a.m.
November 12 at 8:30 a.m.
November 13 at 4:45 p.m.
November 18 at 2:45 p.m.
November 21 at 12:00 p.m.

Representatives from HealthPartners, OptumHealth and Hays will be at the information sessions to answer any questions you might have about our plan offerings for 2015. Please plan to attend to learn what you need to do to enroll and/or make changes to your current benefit elections. We look forward to seeing you there.

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Become an Orientation Leader

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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General Election, Tues., Nov. 4

Students who live on campus may vote in the Minnesota general election on Tues., Nov. 4 at the precinct for Augsburg - which is on campus! We sent a roster of residence students to the Minneapolis Board of Elections. Per the Secretary of State website, if a resident student registered to vote, they would not need to bring ID. If they have not yet registered, they need their Augsburg ID.

For more information on the election, help in finding your polling place, or a sample ballot, consult the Minnesota Secretary of State website, http://www.sos.state.mn.us/

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Somali Band and Films All Week

Midnimo events on campus and at the Cedar Cultural Center in our neighborhood
No charge for any of the event!

Tuesday -Oct 28

5 p.m. Cedar Riverside Health Commons Third Annual Celebration featuring a musical performance by Taleex Band at The Cedar
8 p.m. "Fishing Without Nets" film screening at The Cedar
8 p.m. Gordon Byrd's Art Opening featuring performances by members of Taleex Band, Teenage Moods, Rupert Angeleyes, and France Camp at The Nicollet (1931 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis)

Friday -Oct 31

8 p.m. RESIDENCY FINALE: Taleex Band public concert performance at The Cedar
FREE and open to the public. The Cedar is always ALL AGES.

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Seminary and Divinity School Day - October 28

Are you considering the idea of theological graduate school education? Is there a possibility you might want to become a pastor, a professor of religion, or work in a church-related vocation?

On Tuesday, October 28, gather with your peers for Seminary and Divinity School Day, a special day of discernment. The day includes several thought-provoking breakout sessions and the opportunity to meet with representatives from 18 top-notch seminaries and divinity schools from around the nation, from multiple denominational affiliations. The day will also feature a keynote luncheon address - "Where Next? Vocation as Path" by Marty Stortz, Bernhard M. Christensen Professor of Religion and Vocation.

Come and stop by the atrium anytime from 9:30 to 3:30, you don't have to be there the whole time to take part in the day.

Oct. 28 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

9:30 a.m.: Registration (with refreshments) in Foss Atrium
10-11 a.m.: Opening Session - Introductions and Bible Study in Chapel
11-11:25 a.m.: Table Time with Sem/Div Reps in Foss Atrium
11:30-11:50 a.m.: Daily Chapel with Rev. Mike Matson preaching in Chapel
12-1:15 p.m.: Lunch and Keynote Address by Prof. Martha E. Stortz
1:15-2:00 p.m.: Table Time with Sem/Div Reps in Foss Atrium
2-3:15 p.m.: Exploring Questions Together - small group discussions (students and representatives together) in chapel
3:15-3:30 p.m.: Closing Blessing and Sending in Chapel

Did you know these 18 schools are coming?

Bethel Seminary, University of Chicago, University of Dubuque Theological Seminary,Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary, Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, Luther Seminary, Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago,Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg, Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia (LTSP), Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary (PLTS), Pacific School of Religion, Princeton Theological Seminary, Saint John's School of Theology and Seminary, Trinity Lutheran Seminary, Union Theological Seminary, United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities, Vanderbilt Divinity School, Wartburg Theological Seminary

For more information visit:
http://www.augsburg.edu/ccv/events/seminary-and-divinity-school-day/

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Career Quick Stop

The Strommen Career and Internship Center holds 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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Hip Hop History Month on Save The Kids Radio

It's Hip Hop History month on Save The Kids Radio (Kaug): STK Radio airs every Sunday from 5-7 p.m. on the Augsburg College Radio station Kaug! Tune in each and every Sunday to here DJ Francisco and DeeJay Dimples playing fresh Hip Hop from underground, Ol'Skool, a flare of R&B, rare instrumentals, local gems as we talk about youth justice, current events, protests, workshops, and much more! This Sunday (Nov. 2), we kick Hip Hop history month with special guest DJ Freddy Fresh and focus the discussion on the years 1976-80. Tell your classmates to tune in!

Peace and Respect!
Facebook link: https://www.facebook.com/events/419892194829994/
Kaug Listen: http://inside.augsburg.edu/kaug/listen/

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What Can You Do with a Math Major?

Ms. Claire Ames from Halotechnics will be on campus Thursday 10/30/14 at noon. She will be offering a talk in Science 19 called "Leveraging a Liberal Arts STEM Education into a Cleantech Career". She will speak about her experiences getting a math degree from Ripon College and then a MBA from the University of Minnesota. She will also talk about how she uses her math background in her career. This talk is hosted by the Society of Physics Students and Women in Physics. There will be free pizza! If you have any questions please feel free to send to swanson6@augsburg.edu

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Trick-or-Treat on Campus This Thursday

Trick-or-Treating on campus this Thursday: Everyone is invited (bring your kids, grand kids, neighbors,etc.) to the Halloween Safe Block sponsored by Residence Life and Urness Hall from 4pm-6pm this Thursday, October 30th. More than 75 kids from the neighborhood will be here too for Halloween fun and goodies.

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Daily Chapel: Finding the Way

Join us for worship in the chapel today at 11:30 a.m.: Pr. Mike Matson, Chaplain to Student Athletes, preaching "Finding the Way," for Seminary and Divinity Day at Augsburg.

3-Day Reformation Series: Untold Stories of the Reformation
Wednesday (10/29) at 10:40 a.m.: Rev. Dr. Mark Tranvik preaching, Director of Christensen Center for Vocation and Professor of Religion (Mandy Isaacson, viola)
Thursday (10/30) at 11:30 a.m.: Erick Thompson preaching, Instructor, Religion Department (Leah DeSchepper, Kou Lee, and Michelle Grafelman - flute; Karlee Adler, piano)
Friday (10/31) at 10:40 a.m.: Reformation Day, Josh Miller preaching, Instructor, Religion Department, "Luther on Wrestling with God" (The Chapel Brass)

Next Week:
Monday (11/1) at 10:40 a.m.: All Saints Day Festival Worship (vocalists: David Erickson '18 and Ray Makeever)

We worship in Hoversten Chapel - Foss Center. Everyone is welcome!

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Health Commons Celebration TODAY

Please don't forget about the 3rd annual Health Commons in Cedar-Riverside celebration, today, Oct 28th from 5pm-7pm at the Cedar Cultural Center. The Taleex Band will take the stage promptly at 5:15pm. This is a Midnimo event with a feature film starting at 8pm called "Fishing Without Nets." Please contact Katie Clark at clarkk@augsburg.edu with any questions.

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$1000 Give Away - Auggie Tank 2 is Looking for You

Win $1,000! Sign up forms due by noon on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2014!

Project management students are on a search here at Augsburg College to discover the next successful entrepreneur, inventor, business person, creator, and innovator. During the next few weeks, you will be given the chance to promote your dream business, invention, or innovation. You can also win up to $1,000 cash! If you have a fantastic idea or are already operating your own business successfully but need additional funds, then Auggie Tank 2 is for you!

Eligibility requirements:

You must be a student at Augsburg College currently enrolled in at least one course.
Your idea must be business related and something worthy of a monetary prize.
You must be able to give a convincing presentation of your idea on November 23, 2014 at 2 p.m.
You must record a pitch for your proposal and summit it by the 20th of November.
You must allow us to record your presentation and take photos and use them for educational purposes.

Apply now for the chance to enter Auggie Tank 2 and see if your idea is good enough to be in the final competition for the monetary prize.

There are two ways to register:

1. You can complete the sign-up form here or
2. Visit us on Facebook at: Auggie Tank 2 and fill out the form there.

Thank you!

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INROADS STEM Recruitment Visit Wednesday, Nov. 5

INROADS recruiter and Augsburg alumnus Matthew Shannon will visit the STEM Programs Office, Science 154, on Wednesday, November 5th from 9:30-11:30 a.m., to seek STEM applicants for their internship development program.

The Mission of the INROADS internship program is to develop and place talented underserved youth in business and industry, and prepare them for corporate and community leadership. INROADS is an international organization with over 35 offices serving nearly 2,000 Interns at over 200 companies.

INROADS is seeking talented STEM students who are freshman, sophomores or juniors (must have at least one more summer before graduation).

For more information, see http://www.inroads.org/ or contact Rebekah Dupont at dupont@augsburg.edu.

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Auggies Connect with Employers Event - Thursday

The Strommen Center is hosting two on-campus events for students.

1) Auggies Connect with Employers
Thursday, October 30th (Informal meet and greet)
3-5, Suite 100, Christensen Center
All majors are welcome, however, those majoring in Science, Technology or Math are strongly encouraged.

Come and stay for as long as you would like. Ask representatives from SciTechseperience, SPOK Software, Target Corporation, Aerotek Scientific and ManageForce questions on your job or internship search and/or have your resume critiqued.

2) Practice "Mock" Interviews with Employers
Wednesday, November 19th
Suite 100, Christensen Center
Register today at: www.augsburg.edu/strommen

Students will register for 60 minute practice interviews (30-40 minute interview and 20 minute feedback). This is a wonderful opportunity to practice your interview skills and receive feedback from employers.

If you have questions, please feel free to email careers@augsburg.edu

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WEC/AU - Academic Advising Open House Hours

Academic Advising welcomes you to drop in during our upcoming evening and Saturday open house hours with your Spring registration questions.

WHERE: 2nd floor, Lindell Library 227
WHEN: Monday-Friday, October 27-31, 4-6 p.m.
Saturday, November 1, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Monday-Friday, November 10-14, 4-6 p.m.
Saturday, November 15, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

We hope to see you!

Academic Advising
612-330-1025
advising@augsburg.edu
Lindell Library 227

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Peace Corps Informational Session-Wednesday

The Strommen Center for Meaningful Work would like to invite students to attend an informational session with representatives from the Peace Corps on Wednesday, October 29 from 4:45-5:30 in the Strommen Center, Suite 100 of the Christensen Center.

Get paid to live and make a difference overseas while building your résumé through programs in business, health, education, agriculture, environment, and youth development. Peace Corps Volunteers receive full support including a living stipend, housing, medical/dental care, vacation days, international travel, and more as well $7,425 at the completion of service. Student loan deferment and/or cancellation is possible.

All are welcome! See you on Wednesday, October 29!

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Upcoming AgileAdvisor Training

AgileAdvisor training sessions for faculty advisors and staff will be held on the following dates and times:

Today, 12:30-1:30 p.m., Sverdrup 205
October 29, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Sverdrup 201

November 3, 2:00-3:00 p.m., Sverdrup 201
November 4, 12:30-1:30 p.m., Sverdrup 205
November 5, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., Sverdrup 205

Each session will be the same, so you only need to attend one of the offerings. These sessions will be held in computer labs so that we can do some hands-on training. If you use a laptop, please feel free to bring it to the session.

The training sessions will cover some of the basic functions of AgileAdvisor and its connection to the upcoming midterm progress reports. Additional information is always available in the AgileAdvisor manual: http://go.augsburg.edu/agilemanual

If you cannot attend any of the sessions or have additional questions, please contact Nate Hallanger (hallange@augsburg.edu).

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All Saints Day Chapel Service: Mon., Nov. 3

We invite you to a special chapel on Monday, November 3, at 10:40 a.m. when the Augsburg Community celebrates All Saints Day. On this festival day we remember with thanksgiving those who have died this past year.

During the worship service, the names of those who have gone before us will be sung during the "Litany of the Saints." The custom of commemorating all of the saints of the church on a single day goes back at least to the third century. All Saint's Day celebrates the people of God, living and dead, who make up the body of Christ. On this day, together with congregations throughout the world, we remember the faithful who have died this past year.

You may send the names of those people in your life who have died and who you would like to be named and remembered during chapel to Amy Hanson in the Campus Ministry Office at hansona2@augsburg.edu. Please also include the relationship of the person to you (only the name of the deceased will be sung). Information sheets will also be available during chapel. Please submit names by Friday, October 31.

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Julie Nelson, Ph.D. and English Professor

Julie Nelson, an Augsburg alumna, English major, and Writing Lab tutor has successfully defended her dissertation and is an assistant professor at North Carolina Central University in Durham, NC. Congratulations, Julie!

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Staff Present at International Educator Conference

Augsburg staff will present at the National Association of International Educators (NAFSA) Region IV Conference in St Paul. James Trelstad-Porter, Director International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) and Jie He, Assistant Director ISSS, will present a session called "There is no 'I' in team." Jie also serves on the conference planning committee as the local Arrangements Coordinator.

In addition, Eric Pegues, Director, Anderson Residence Hall, serves on conference planning committee as the Registrar.

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Patio Set, Dining Room Chairs

We're moving! Glass top patio table and 4 chairs like new - $75. Set of 6 dining room chairs - $75. Call or email me for photos - gaiser@augsburg.edu, #1212.

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