Lots J and K Closed Saturday, December 6

Please note that Lots K (the ice arena lot) and J (behind Foss and Music) will be closed at the following dates at times:
From midnight Friday, December 5 until 10 p.m. Saturday, December 6

Everyone will be expected to have their cars removed from these lots during the times listed above. Failure to abide by these regulations can result in a ticket or tow of the vehicle at the vehicle owners expense. If you have any questions feel free to call DPS at 612-330-1717.

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TODAY: Diversity and Global Learning -- 12 p.m.

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

Wednesday, December 3, from 12 to 1 p.m. in the Riverside Room

Come and enjoy a free lunch -- go through the Commons line and tell the cashier you're with the "DGL" group

We will discuss how to build and support curricula, pedagogies, and institutional practices that help students achieve the proposed student learning outcome to "explain diverse positions and collaborate effectively across social, cultural and geographic differences in local and global contexts."

Bring your thoughts, questions and concerns.

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Only Two Weeks Remain This Term: Find the WL

Get help finishing those papers! Writing Lab tutors are ready to make your lives easier and better, but you must visit them. The Writing 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. This is a busy time for everyone so please come early (and often). Here are the regular 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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Faculty, You Did Get A Care Package

I spoke too quickly! Thanks to Rebecca John, those coming to today's CTL coffee (10:15-11:15 in Lindell 202) can see what treats are in the "Finals Survival Barrel."

Come relieve some stress, grab a treat from the care package, get caffeinated, and enjoy some fellowship.

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Faculty/Staff Appreciation Sale

It's that time of year again, we would like to say THANK YOU! for all that you do, mark your calendars for December 4th, 5th, and 6th for our faculty/staff appreciation sale. Have you been looking at our new ugly Christmas sweaters? Need some Christmas Gifts yet? Now is the time to stock up!

To receive your discount, you must show your faculty/staff Augsburg ID card at the time of purchase.

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Everyone Needs a Break Sometimes... And a Meal

Need a study break? Prepare, serve, and eat food with youth at the Brian Coyle Community Center!

The Campus Kitchen needs volunteers to help keep our meal service going Monday-Thursday from 4-5:15 p.m. through the end of the semester. Extra hands are especially needed on Mondays and Wednesdays.

Sign up for a shift here: http://www.augsburg.edu/campuskitchen/volunteer/signup/

Or contact Allyson at campuskitchen@augsburg.edu for more information.

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ACYTI Journals

The 2014 Augsburg College Youth Theology Institute (ACYTI) Journal has been published! This past summer's ACYTI was an intense week of friendship, classroom learning, worship, solitude, contemplation, discernment, and action on Augsburg's urban campus for high school students from around the country interested in theology. At the end of their week-long journey they reflect on what they've taken away from the week and write a paper, which Augsburg then revises and publishes. This year's theme was, "OMC! Christian Community in the Internet Age" and focused on the impact of technology on the Christian Community. Take some time and read what current high school students are learning from Augsburg's intellectual and diverse community experience!

Link to journals: http://www.augsburg.edu/ccv/acyti/student-journals/

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Congratulations 2015 Orientation Leaders

Campus Activities and Orientation is proud to announce the selection of the 2015 Orientation Leaders:

Mahamoud Abdi
Ricardo Cortes
Olivia Drury
David Erickson
Mariam Fawzy
Rebekah Geschwill
Helen Gilles
Maya Horton
Abe Johnson
Kalena Johnson
Bryce Kadrlik
Pedro Morales
Marisa Mosqueda
Ben Richer
Clayton Rud
Erickson Saye
Johnny Somaiah
Chloe Tarnowski

If you see these student leaders on campus, please be sure to congratulate them!

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Food Service Hours

Wednesday 12/3/14
Nabo is open from 7:30am to 8:00pm. The Special of the Day is Mac N Cheese.

Einsteins 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 Pork Loin with Jalapeno Marinade, Pesto Smashed Potatoes, Poblano Corn Pudding, and Lyonnais Potatoes. Vege is serving BBQ Boca Chicken Nuggets, Roasted Cauliflower with Raisins, Caramelized Onion & Sweet Pepper Potatoes, and Sweet Potato Fries.

On December 12th from 11:00am-1:00pm in the Christensen Center Lobby there will be a meeting with The Food Service Director and a Dietician visit.

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Theater Department Going Away Reception for Martha

Please join us for a going away reception/open house for Martha Johnson, who is retiring from Augsburg after teaching and directing plays here for 26 + years.

Refreshments will be served, and please drop in for as long as you like--we know everyone is very busy this time of the year! Students, staff, faculty, and friends are all welcome.

This event will be located in the Greenroom, Foss Center, Wednesday, December 10, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

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Library Director Candidate Presentation: Fri., 12/5

Jane Ann Nelson, Library Director, will be retiring at the end of this month. Please join us this Friday, December 5, in Lindell Library, Room 301, from 2:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m., to meet another of our finalists. Presentation topic: "The role of academic libraries in a changing library landscape, now and in the future." We hope to see you there!

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Get Paid To Do An Internship - Apply Today

Wouldn't it be GREAT if you could get paid to do an internship?

You may be able to do just that because of a grant recently awarded to Augsburg College. Augsburg has recently been awarded a Great Lakes Career Ready Grant. The Career Ready Internship grant from Great Lakes Higher Education Guaranty Corporation provides funds to colleges and universities so that they can partner with businesses and nonprofits to develop new paid internships, and convert existing unpaid internships into paid opportunities. This program serves juniors and seniors who receive financial aid, improving their odds of graduating and preparing them to enter the workforce with real-world experience in their fields of study.

To be eligible:

* Students must be in good academic standing (2.5+ GPA)
* Students must be a college junior or senior (60 credits completed) at the time of the internship
* Students must be eligible for financial aid (work study)
* The internship must be related to your major or career aspirations
* Internships will take place Spring and Summer 2015

Act now! To learn more about the grant, visit www.augsburg.edu/strommen

Eligibility and application instructions are included on the website.

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Community Gathering December 10

For many of us the holidays can be a stressful time. To help combat the holiday stress, Human Resources is pleased to announce that we will be hosting a community gathering featuring an opportunity to participate in a guided meditation session to help us relax and re-energize. Jill Englund will be leading four 15 minute guided mediation sessions. Additionally there will be Christmas themes refreshments. We hope you are able to stop over and refuel with a stress break.

Wednesday, December 10, 2014
11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
East Commons, Christensen Center

The 15-minute session will begin with a short introduction to the science of meditation and how it can act as an antidote to the destructive effects of stress, including the added stressors that can accompany the joys of the holiday season.

Sessions guide participants through activities that are simple and easy, leading them to find their own corner of peace and wellbeing.

No experience necessary but registration is required and space is limited.

Click on the link below to register. Please sign up for only 1 session.

Relaxation Sessions:

Wed., Dec. 10 relaxation 11:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Riverside Room
http://goo.gl/forms/qIgAnBt5Vu

Wed., Dec. 10 relaxation 11:55 a.m. - 12:10 p.m. Riverside Room
http://goo.gl/forms/Khb2bEmrZz

Gratitude Sessions:
Wed., Dec. 10 gratitude 12:20 p.m. - 12:35 p.m. Riverside Room
http://goo.gl/forms/dbN3HDFCpP

Wed., Dec. 10 gratitude 12:45 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Riverside Room
http://goo.gl/forms/lgazVJ5sUJ

Jill Englund will present the science of what happens when we meditate, how it can bring focus and clarity to your life, and reduces the effects of stress in your entire physical, mental and emotional system. She has created healing environments through guided imagery, creative visualization, and meditation. She excels at creating a space for seekers to find their own deep well of peace and wellbeing. Her enthusiasm and sense of humor add to the joy of the experiences.

Come and experience what meditation is all about!

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Library Director Candidate Presentation: Thurs., 12/4

Jane Ann Nelson, Library Director, will be retiring at the end of this month. Please join us this Thursday, December 4, in Oren Gateway Center, Room 100, from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., to meet finalist Janice Kragness. Janice will be speaking on the topic, "the role of academic libraries in a changing library landscape, now and in the future." We hope to see you there!

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Free Tickets: Home & Landscape Expo December 26-28

The Home and Landscape Expo will be held at the Minneapolis Convention Center from December 26-December 28.

If you are already planning on going or think you might want to check it out: come pick up FREE tickets in Human Resources, Memorial Hall Room 19!!

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Advent Vespers This Weekend

Advent Vespers is this weekend - So pick up your tickets 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 shuttles available right from campus!

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Daily Chapel: Service of Holy Communion

Join us for a Service of Holy Communion today at 10:40 a.m.

Chapel this week:
Thursday at 11:30 a.m.: Hymn Sing with the Chapel Brass
Friday at 10:40 a.m.: Velkommen Jul Scandinavian Christmas Celebration

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

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Clayton Rud Finalist at Speech Meet

Congratulations to Clayton Rud, who was a finalist last night in After Dinner Speaking at the 3rd Twin Cities Forensics League tournament of the year. Clayton competed against speakers from Bethel, Gustavus, MSU-Mankato, the University of Northern Iowa, South Dakota State University, Southwest Minnesota State, and North Central College. Clayton qualified for the finals by finishing 1st out of six speakers in a preliminary round of competition.

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