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Penumbra Workshop Follow-up Discussion
In October, Penumbra Theatre conducted their RACE workshop on campus. Faculty and staff are invited to build upon that work as we move toward being an even more inclusive campus. Regardless of whether or not you attended the workshop, CTL would like to invite you to keep the discussion moving forward. Matt Maruggi and Joyce Miller will facilitate a discussion on November 11 from 3:40-4:40 p.m. in SVE 202. We hope you can join us.
CLASS Office Brown Bag Forum
On Thursday, November 13, please join Kathy McGillivray, the new director of the CLASS office, and Disability Specialists for a brown bag forum. This will be an opportunity to discuss questions, concerns, and best practices for accommodating students with disabilities in your classes. We will gather in Lindell 202 from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
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.
General Announcements
2015 Annual Benefit Enrollment
The annual benefit enrollment period will be from November 10-November 21. Open Enrollment Information Sessions will be in the Marshall Room of Christensen Center.
Information session schedule:
November 10 at 9:30 am
November 12 at 8:30 am
November 13 at 4:45 pm *also streaming at: http://connect.augsburg.edu/openenrollment/
November 18 at 2:45 pm
November 21 at 12:00 pm
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.
Enrollment must be completed online. Once you have successfully completed your benefit enrollment for your health, dental, HSA and FSA elections a confirmation notice will be sent to your Augsburg email address. To make changes or enroll in Supplemental Life and AD&D insurance coverages you must complete the SunLife application for supplemental coverages and submit to the office of Human Resources no later than 4 pm on November 21.
Due to a slight plan design change your 2014 plan elections will not carry over into 2015. If enrollment is not completed by the deadline, your plan coverage will end on December 31, 2014.
On-Line Enrollment Help:
All sessions will be held in Room 205 located in Sverdrup Hall.
November 14 at 8 a.m.
November 19 at 4 p.m.
November 20 at 11:30 a.m.
Human Resources has sent materials via email directly to all faculty and staff that are .75 FTE or greater. If you did not receive an email and believe that you should have please contact Human Resources at 612.330.1691, or Berggren@augsburg.edu.
NASA Space Grant Undergraduate Scholarship
We are pleased to provide you with information concerning the 2014-15 NASA Space Grant Undergraduate Scholarship Program at Augsburg College. This scholarship program supports the advancement of academically focused undergraduates seeking professional careers in the natural sciences, especially space physics & engineering, mathematics, and science/mathematics education.
We encourage you to apply for this scholarship if you:
* are a sophomore, junior, or senior majoring in physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, computer science, pre-engineering, or mathematics/science education;
* can demonstrate strong academic performance and leadership within your major area; and
* show an interest in contributing to NASA's mission.
This competitive program awards 6 scholarships for spring semester, 2015. Students from traditionally under-represented groups in science and mathematics fields are especially encouraged to apply.
For application materials and additional information, please visit http://www.augsburg.edu/stem/nasa/ or email David Murr at murrdl@augsburg.edu
Apply for a Christensen Vocation Internship
Attention current sophomores and juniors: Are you energized about the idea of being called to serve your neighbors? Curious about how your talents and gifts can inform your career decision making? Interested in exploring purpose, meaning, and vocation in a practical way? Looking for a PAID work/internship experience for Spring 2015?
If so, we invite you to consider applying to be a Christensen Intern for spring semester. Christensen Interns will explore connections between purpose, meaning, and careers while interning at a local faith-based nonprofit organization and participating in bi-weekly seminars. More information is available through the Christensen Center for Vocation's website: http://www.augsburg.edu/ccv/christensen-interns/
Specific internship positions are available on AugPost, the Strommen Center's online job search website https://augsburg-csm.symplicity.com/students/
Application deadline is Monday, Nov. 17. If you have any questions please email ccv@augsburg.edu.
Food Service Hours
Thursday 11/6/14
Nabo is open from 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. The Special of the Day is Chicken Fried Rice & Egg Roll.
Einsteins is open from 7:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., with the late night menu starting at 7:00 p.m.
The Commons is open from 7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Market Place is serving Cheese Burgers, French Fries, Green Bean Sesame, and Sweet Potato Mash. Vege is serving Horseradish Potatoes, Rice with Lime & Cilantro, Carrots with Sesame dressing, and Garden Black Bean Burgers.
This Veterans Day, November 11, A'viands is giving thanks to the men and women who defend our freedom with $5.00 off any purchase at Nabo and/or a free meal at lunch in The Commons.
Investments 101, Friday, November 7
Dr. Marc McIntosh, Assistant Professor in Finance, is presenting a brown bag lunch on investment decision-making.
Topics include:
* basic investment options such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds
* the difference between active management and passive management
* how lower fees combined with the magic of compound interest can grow your investments faster
Come join us to learn more about investing and discuss strategies to grow your investments.
11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Marshall Room.
Session will be recorded and posted to the HR Moodle for future viewing.
Questions please contact Berggren@augsburg.edu
Retirement Plan: Additional Counseling Sessions
Augsburg College and TIAA-CREF has added additional individual counseling sessions for faculty and staff. These sessions are being held at no cost to you. At the individual meetings You can discuss your financial situation with an experienced TIAA-CREF Financial Consultant on a confidential basis. They are available to discuss how to pursue your financial goals, plan for retirement, and invest in financial products such as mutual funds, brokerage, life insurance and annuities.
One on One Counseling Sessions:
Thursday November 20, 2014 - 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Make your reservation online at:
https://publictools.tiaa-cref.org/public/publictools/events/eventswelcome?eventId=1-23MYH8N
Tues. Dec. 9, 2014 - 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Wed. Dec. 10, 2014 - 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Thur. Dec. 11, 2014 - 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Make your reservation online at:
https://publictools.tiaa-cref.org/public/publictools/events/eventswelcome?eventId=1-22W69ZT
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
Event Announcements
WEC/AU - Academic Advising Open House Hours
Academic Advising invites 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, 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
Nov. 12 & 13: Global Exp. Event for New Faculty
New faculty are invited to join Eric Canny, Dean of Global Education, and Leah Spinosa de Vega, Director of Augsburg Abroad, next week for an informal break in your day to learn about global experiences here at Augsburg. We'll give an overview of study abroad and off-campus experiences, let you know about opportunities for students, explain their application process, and let you know how YOU can get involved too! Join us for this informal break in your day - light refreshments provided.
There will be two opportunities to join us!
Wednesday, November 12 from 2-2:45 p.m.
OR
Thursday, November 13 from 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Both gatherings will be in the International/Multicultural Suite: Christiansen Center Suite 2, in the lower level.
No need to RSVP - just join us whichever day is convenient for you.
Questions? Contact abroad@augsburg.edu
Daily Chapel: God is Great
Join us for worship today at 11:30 a.m.: Babette Chatman preaching, Redeemer Center for Life (The Worship Band)
Upcoming Chapel Schedule:
Friday, 11/7 at 10:40 a.m.: Pr. Mike Matson, Chaplain to Student Athletes, preaching "Shift in Consciousness" (Riverside Singers and Mandy Isaacson, viola)
Monday, 11/10, 10:40 a.m.: Dr. Paul Pribbenow, Augsburg College President, preaching, "An invitation..." (Leah Sawtell, piano)
Tuesday, 11/11, 11:30 a.m.: Veteran's Day – Rev. Dr. Amy Blumenshine, ELCA Diaconal Minister, Coming Home Collaborative, Minneapolis Area Synod (Musicians: Sophia Bauer, soprano; Michaela Helms, oboe; Amber Kalina, cello; Leah Nelson, harpsichord)
Wednesday, 11/12, 10:40 a.m.: Worship planned by MUS432 Church Music and Worship Class Students: Rob Harper, Adam Reinke & Naomi Seboldt
Thursday, 11/13, 11:30 a.m.: Worship planned by MUS432 Church Music and Worship Class Students: Amber Kalina & Jossel Franco
Friday, 11/14, 10:00 a.m.: No chapel service: Fine Arts Convo
Monday, 11/17, 10:40 a.m.: Worship planned by MUS432 Church Music and Worship Class Students: Grace Lenhart & Emma Blom
We gather in Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center - Everyone is welcome!
Vocation Lunch for Faculty and Staff - Nov. 19
The Christensen Center for Vocation is pleased to invite Augsburg Faculty and Staff to our fall Vocation Lunch with Dr. Phil Quanbeck II on Wednesday, November 19 at 11:10 a.m.
Dr. Phil Quanbeck II will be speaking about, "'The Truth Will Make You Free': Voice and Callings at Augsburg". Quanbeck has taught in the Religion Department at Augsburg for over 20 years. He is also an ordained Lutheran pastor and married to Augsburg alum, Ruth Johnson, who is a doctor at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester. Any Augsburg staff or faculty may register for the event.
The registration link is available on our website:
http://www.augsburg.edu/ccv/events/vocationlunch/
We hope you will be able to join us!
Give to the Max Team Members Needed
As we get closer to Augsburg's Give to the Max Day online giving event on Thursday November 13th, we are looking to gather wonderful individuals such as yourself to create a dynamic GTTMD Team that
can take over the Christensen Center with excitement for philanthropy and the giving spirit!
We are asking for a minimum of a 30 minute shift, with room for additional shifts at your convenience.
The times that we need coverage for are:
Monday Nov. 10th between 10am - 2pm ..... Tabling in Christensen
Tuesday Nov. 11th between 11am - 1pm ..... Tabling in Christensen
Wednesday Nov. 12th between 10am - 2pm ..... Tabling in Christensen
Thursday Nov. 13th between 8am - 7pm ..... Various
In "thanks" for your service and time, we will be giving out GTTMD Team T-shirts. Can't beat free Auggie swag!
For details and shift availability, please email givetothemax@augsburg.edu
Auggies Connect w/ Employers - Nov. 20
The Strommen Career and Internship Services is hosting two upcoming on-campus events for students.
1) Auggies Connect with Employers
Thursday, November 20th (Informal meet and greet)
3-5, Suite 100, Christensen Center
All majors are welcome, however, those majoring in business, marketing and communications are strongly encouraged.
Come and stay for as long as you would like. Ask representatives from The Creative Group, Walser Automotive, Ameriprise Financial, Enterprise-Rent-A-Car, Target Stores and Target Corporation questions on your job or internship search and/or have your resume critiqued.
2) Practice "Mock" Interviews with Employers (Communications & All Business Majors)
Wednesday, December 10th
Suite 100, Christensen Center
Registration will open in late November.
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 email careers@augsburg.edu
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