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CLASS 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.

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TODAY - Religion at Augsburg: New Faculty Seminary

What does it mean to be a college "based on the faith and values of the Lutheran tradition?" And what's a 'Lutheran' in the first place?"

Join us today in Lindell 301 from 4:00-5:30 p.m.

Come with all the questions you have about Religion @ Augsburg and expect more questions. But learn how our "militant modesty" can be a gesture of resistance, on the one hand, and an argument for openness, on the other.

Marty Stortz, Christensen Professor of Religion and Vocation, and Pastor Sonja Hagander presiding. All are welcome. Refreshments served. Lindell 301, 4-5:30 p.m.

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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 11th from 3:40-4:40 in SVE 202. We hope you can join us.

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Diversity & Global Learning: Tues., Nov. 11 12-1 p.m.

Please join Eric Canny, Dean of Global Education, for the second focused conversation on the theme of "Diversity and Global Learning in the Curriculum and Beyond."

Tuesday, November 11from 12 to 1 p.m. in Lindell 301
Bring your lunch; light refreshments will be served.

We will begin the conversation with the questions "How effective have we been in integrating DGL across the curriculum?" and "What prevents us from teaching DGL more effectively?" Colleagues will also share insights from the recent AACU Global Learning Conference, held in Minneapolis last month. All are welcome.

The final conversation in this series will be Wednesday, December 3, 12 to 1 p.m. in the Riverside Room.

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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.

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2015 Annual Benefit Enrollment OPENS TODAY

The annual benefit enrollment period will be from November 10-21. Open Enrollment Information Sessions will be in the Marshall Room of Christensen Center.

Information sessions are:
November 10 at 9:30 a.m.
November 12 at 8:30 a.m.
November 13 at 4:45 p.m. *also streaming at: http://connect.augsburg.edu/openenrollment/
November 18 at 2:45 p.m.
November 21 at 12 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.

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 p.m., 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.

Online 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.

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Geiger and Tranvik Present at TRIO Conference

Melody Martagon-Geiger, TRIO Advisor and Dr. Mark Tranvik, Professor of Religion and Director of Christensen Center for Vocation will present today at the annual conference of Mid-America Educational Opportunity Programs Personnel (MAEOPP), the regional TRIO professional association.

The title of the presentation is "Tough Texts and Big Results-The Benefits of SSS Advisor-Facilitated Supplemental Instruction". Melody and Mark will discuss the model of supplemental instruction-supported learning they have developed over 5 years of collaborative work with the Summer Bridge section of REL 100: Christian Vocation and the Search for Meaning I course. This learning model has proven very successful in both class engagement and grades earned for Summer Bridge participants.

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AugsburgGIVES 2015 Extended One More Week

That's right, we have eight faculty and staff who have decided to make a gift to The Greater Twin Cities United Way and/or Community Shares of Minnesota. The AugsburgGIVES 2015 giving campaign has been extended one more week (until Monday, November 17). Please join with me in supporting the strong work of these agencies in our community. Check your email from October 28 for an email from me; the subject line will be AugsburgGIVES 2015 and will include your sign-in information. If you have any problems signing in, contact Maureen Hartung at mhartung@communitysharesmn.org. Thank you for considering a gift! You know a gift of any size matters and is much appreciated.

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Augsburg a Finalist for National Interfaith Award

Augsburg College's commitment to interfaith and community service work was nationally recognized in October when the College was named one of five finalists in the United States for the prestigious 2014 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll. More than 500 schools competed for this prominent national award that celebrates outstanding achievements in and commitment to interfaith and community service work. Read more at http://www.augsburg.edu/news/2014/11/03/augsburg-named-one-five-finalists-national-interfaith-award/

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Boyte NYT Letter, Educating for Democracy

The New York Times published a letter by Harry Boyte, senior scholar at the Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship on November 7.

The letter calls for colleges "to undergo a radical pedagogical shift from knowledge transfer to the cultivation of civic skills: abilities to coordinate work across differences, capacities to inspire larger civic goals, and professional practice sensitive to context and culture."

View the letter here:
http://www.nytimes.com/2014/11/08/opinion/educating-for-democracy.html?_r=0

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The Auggie Factor - Work for Residence Life

Are you looking to develop and implement your leadership skills? Work for Residence Life! We are currently hiring our Summer 2015 and 2015-2016 Academic Year staff. Applications can be found through augsburg.edu/hr (resume and cover letter required)

Positions Available:

Summer 2015
Summer Resident Advisor (Summer RA)
Summer Residential Facilities Coordinator (Summer RFC)

2015-2016 Academic Year
Housing Specialist Assistant (HSA)
Resident Advisor (RA)
Residential Executive Coordinator (REC)
Residential Facilities Coordinator (RFC)
StepUP Residential Advisor (StepUP RA)

Questions? Contact Domingo Coto, Urness Hall Director, at coto@augsburg.edu

Faculty & Staff: If you have any recommendations for the positions above, please contact Domingo Coto at coto@augsburg.edu

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Are You Interested in American Indians? Register for Classes

Are you interested in American Indians? Do you still need a class or two for Spring? Here are some great options:

AIS 105: Introduction to American Indian Studies. M-W-F 12:30-1:40 or 3:10-4:20 Elise Marubbio (fulfills Humanities LAF)
AIS 205: Contemporary American Indians. Tu/Th 1:50-3:30 Eric Buffalohead
ENL 255: Native American Literature. W 6-9:30 Elise Marubbio (fulfills Humanities LAF
AIS 495: Native Sky Watchers M 6-9:30 Jim Rock

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Diversity & Inclusion survey - Last Chance

The Diversity and Inclusion Student Survey is a critical focus of the Augsburg College Diversity & Inclusion 2014-2015 Plan. You received an invitation from One Ummah Consulting on Monday, October 27 asking you to complete an online survey. The purpose of this survey is to obtain a clearer understanding of issues of inclusion on Augsburg College campuses and serves as a follow-up to the focus groups held in spring 2014.

The survey is being conducted by an external consulting firm on behalf of Augsburg College. Survey data will be gathered and reviewed by the consulting firm and responses will be confidential. It is my hope that you will complete this survey so that Augsburg can continue to work towards an inclusive college environment for all of our community. The survey will close Friday, November 14, 2014.

If you completed the survey, thank you!

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Guest Artist Visit from Dur-Dur Band

You are welcome to join the Theater Department in welcoming Dur-Dur Band for a special class visit on November 11th.

Guest Artist Visit from Dur-Dur Band
Sateren Auditorium, Music Building
Tuesday, November 11
1:50-2:35 p.m.

Dur-Dur Band is a musical group from Mogadishu, Somalia that was formed in the 1980s. Dur-Dur was one of the most famous acts in the Somali music scene at the time due in part to their large and robust instrumentation: At its peak, the group had three horn players, four lead singers, three backing singers, two guitarists, a keyboardist, a drummer, two percussionists, and a bass player. Their unique, high energy, cross-cultural, synth pop sound reflects influences of American funk, disco, soul, and West African music. Known as Somalia's "last great party band," Dur-Dur Band disbanded in the early 1990s when the civil war forced the musicians into exile, cutting off the band in its prime. The group released almost a dozen recordings before emigrating to Ethiopia, Djibouti, and America. "Awesome Tapes From Africa" recently reissued some of their albums, including Dur-Dur's Volume 5 mastered from a cassette copy. Pitchfork media says, "This record is a superb glimpse of what was and what's been lost."

Dur-Dur Band is in residence at the Cedar Cultural Center and Augsburg College as part of the Midnimo: Music for Unity, Campus, and Community program that brings Somali musicians from around the world to Minnesota for week-long residencies that include public concert performances and activities in the classroom and the community. The purpose of Midnimo (Somali for "unity") is to build knowledge and understanding of Somali Muslim culture through music and arts. For more information on Midnimo, go to http://www.thecedar.org/midnimo.

Stay tuned for other Midnimo events featuring Dur-Dur Band going on throughout the week of November 10th!

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Finding an Internship - Info. Session 11/13

Are you looking for a spring or summer internship? Not sure where to start or where to find opportunities in your field? Come to the "Finding an Internship" session in career & internship services and we will help you get started on your unique internship search. The workshop will be located in the Strommen Center for Meaningful Work, Christensen Center, Suite 100 on Thursday, November 13th from 3:00pm-4:00pm.

If you have any questions please contact us at strommen.internships@augsburg.edu

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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

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Reserve Your Spot at Advent Vespers Now

Tickets for Advent Vespers, Augsburg's celebration of the Advent & Christmas Season, are available now.

Services:
Friday, December 5 at 5 & 8 p.m.
Saturday, December 6 at 2, 5, & 8 p.m.

Tickets are free, but required, and may be picked up at the Information Desk in Christensen, the Music Office, or order online - www.augsburg.edu/music/vespers/.

Donations will be accepted and the doors when entering the service, and there are free shuttled available right from campus!

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Get Your FREE Tickets to Egg

Egg
By Mark Steven Jensen
Student Directed by Mawrgyn Roper

Bertha and Louise are wandering in an empty wasteland when they both spot an egg at the same time. Bertha wants to turn the egg into an omelet; Louise wants to paint the egg for Easter. They each try to convince the other to give up dibs on the egg. The debate turns more and more violent and events spiral out of control. The production will use highly physical performance techniques with puppetry and clowning to tell the story of two women and an egg.

Tickets are free but reservations are required. Reserve your tickets here: http://www.augsburg.edu/theater/current-season/ticket-information/

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Loan Repayment Workshop

Do you feel overwhelmed or uncertain about your federal loan repayment options? We are here to help!

Student Financial Services is hosting a Loan Repayment Workshop
Time: 6-6:30, Loan information presentation
6:30-7:30, Counselors available for personalized help
Location: Sverdrup Hall room 203

We will show you how to determine how much you owe, federal loan repayment options, loan forgiveness options, and consolidation. Bring your FAFSA PIN number.

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"Art of Waging Peace" Friday 12:30 p.m.

Paul Chappell, West Point Captain/Iraq Veteran, and author of "The Art of Waging Peace", will be in Minnesota November 14-20, in his capacity as Peace Leadership Director for Nuclear Age Peace Foundation. More information on Chappell's work at www.paulkchappell.com or www.wagingpeace.org or www.peacefulrevolution.com.

Friday, November 14, 12:30 p.m.
He will also be available for a meet and greet at 12 p.m.

Sponsored by Augsburg MPIRG
Christensen Center, East Commons

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River Semester Information Session this Wednesday

Join Prof. Underhill and staff from Wilderness Inquiry for a short presentation on the River Semester, tour the WI facility, get your questions answered, and have some free pizza, trail mix, and hot cider. Any students who have completed their online application to the River Semester and are at the Wilderness Inquiry Headquarters at 7:00pm will be entered in a drawing for a $75 gift certificate from Midwest Mountaineering (a great way to pick up some items for the trip!)

Wed. Nov. 12, 2014 6-7:30
Wilderness Inquiry Headquarters
808 14th Ave. SE Minneapolis (near Dinkytown)

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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!

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Nov. 12 and 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 2-2:45pm
OR
Thursday, November 13 from 10:30-11:15am

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

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Stan Hubbard Speaking This Thurs., Nov. 13 at 5 p.m.

Students, Faculty, and Staff,

Please join us in welcoming Stan Hubbard of Hubbard Communications.
Our first Strommen Executive Speaker Series is November 13 at 5:00 p.m. in Sateren.

The event will last an hour and all are invited to attend a networking reception in the student art gallery in Christensen, immediately following the presentation. If you are inclined to join us - as I hope you will - please register online: www.augsburg.edu/alumni/events or email scherera@augsburg.edu with any further questions.

Success from any angle: lessons learned from a lifetime of broadcasting

When: Thursday, November 13
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Location: Sateren Auditorium
Cost: FREE

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Daily Chapel: An Invitation

Join us for worship today at 10:40 a.m.: Dr. Paul Pribbenow, Augsburg College President, preaching, "An invitation..." (Leah Sawtelle, piano)

Upcoming Chapel Schedule:

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; Robert Harper and Noah Quam, vocalists)

Wednesday, 11/12, 10:40 a.m.: Worship planned by MUS432 Church Music and Worship students: Rob Harper, Adam Reinke & Naomi Seboldt

Thursday, 11/13, 11:30 a.m.: Worship planned by MUS432 Church Music and Worship 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 students: Grace Lenhart & Emma Blom

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

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Common Table Happenings

This Week:

*THURSDAY, 5:30-7:30pm*
Racial Equity Organizing Training
(Facilitated by the Organizing Apprenticeship Project, Hosted by The Bonner Leaders Program)

What does it look like when racial justice work builds power? What are the levels of racism and how do we strategically intervene on each of those levels? What racial equity movement-building is happening right now in Minnesota? Come talk and learn about how we can leverage our power to be a part of racial equity movement in Minnesota and get plugged in to the work of this incredible organization! Students, faculty and staff are all welcome.

*THURSDAY is Give To The Max Day! Check out our page and consider making a donation to support this exciting work: search "The Common Table" at GiveMN.org.

Every Wee:)

*WEDNESDAYS, 6pm*
Free Community Supper, hosted by Trinity Lutheran Congregation.

*SATURDAYS, 7:30-9pm*
Open Speaker A.A. Meeting

Coming Soon:

*TUESDAY November 18th, 5:30-7:30pm*
Panel Discussion: Local Leaders Strengthening Communities Through Community Organizing

*THURSDAY November 20th, 6:30-8:30pm*
Interfaith Talk and Tea - How do our faith communities respond to wealth inequality?

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