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Monday is the Deadline for 2 CTL Grants

Faculty, please visit http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/grant-applications/ to access the call for proposals and applications for the Provost's Internationalization Travel Grants and the Summer Scholarship Grants. Applications for both grants are due by February 9th.

ICD Grant Applications (March 2 deadline) will be made available soon.

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CTL Scholarly Writing Discussion - TODAY

Faculty, join your colleagues for a discussion on how to manage scholarly writing with a heavy teaching load. In preparation for the discussion, please read the two brief articles that are linked on the CTL events page http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/upcoming-events/. Come for the coffee (and tea), stay for the ideas and community.

This event will coincide with the announcement of dedicated space on campus for faculty and staff to focus on writing.

February 4th
10:30-11:45
Lindell 202

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Food Service Special

There is a Smoothie Bar in The Commons today until 1:30pm! Come try a smoothie made with your choice of fresh fruits and veggies!

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Apply Soon to be a 2015-16 Interfaith Scholar

Attention current sophomores and juniors:

Hurry up and apply! There's still time to be an Interfaith Scholar! Applications are due this Thursday, February 5th!

Want to engage in dialogue with people of different faiths and make a difference at Augsburg and in the wider community? Consider becoming an Interfaith Scholar.

Interfaith Scholars participate in a yearlong academic seminar (407/408) led by Professor Matt Maruggi and Pastor Sonja Hagander, earn four upper division semester credits in the Religion Department, and receive a $2,000 scholarship.

For more information and to apply, visit our website: http://www.augsburg.edu/ccv/interfaith-scholars-program/

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Apply Soon to be a 2015-16 Christensen Scholar

Attention current sophomores and juniors:

Hurry up and apply! There's still time to be a Christensen Scholar! Applications are due this Thursday, February 5th!

Interested in exploring life's big questions? Will you be studying on campus all of next year? Consider becoming a Christensen Scholar.

Christensen Scholars participate in a yearlong academic seminar (REL 405/406) led by Professor Martha Stortz, earn four upper division semester credits in the Religion Department, and receive a $2,000 scholarship.

For more information, and to apply, visit our website: http://www.augsburg.edu/ccv/christensen-scholars-program/

There is also more information on our Blog: http://www.augsburg.edu/ccv/blog/

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Register - Private College Job & Internship Fair

Are you registered for the MN Private College Job & Internship Fair, which is being held on Wednesday, February 18th? The Strommen Career & Internship Center will be holding a number of prep sessions (you only need to attend one) on the following days. To register for the fair and to learn more go to http://www.augsburg.edu/strommen/calendar/mnpcfair/.

Wednesday, February 4th: 12:30-1:00pm
Monday, February 9th: 10:35-11:05am
Thursday, February 12th: 3:45-4:15pm

If you have questions, please call 612-330-1148.

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Food Service Hours

Wednesday 2/4/15

Nabo is open from 7:30am-8:00pm. The Special of the Day is a Grilled Turkey and 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 Roast Beef & Au Jus, Grilled Quinoa Cakes, Braised Carrots with Thyme, and Boiled Baby Reds with Basil. Vege is serving Boiled Dill Potatoes, Wild Rice Pilaf, Mushroom Bourguignon, and Herbed Peas & Carrots.

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Free Community Meal at Bethany

Bethany will be serving delicious homemade soup and bread that is vegetarian and halal! We will be open Monday through Friday at 11:00 until 1:00. Everyone is invited-no exceptions! This is not a soup kitchen, but rather a space to build community! The address is 2511 E. Franklin Ave. and it is located in the building with rainbow pillars.

Help us build community one bowl of soup at a time!

For volunteer opportunities contact: esselste@augsburg.edu

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Volunteers Needed for Bill Nye "The Science Guy"

Scholarship Weekend is right around the corner and we're looking for members of the campus community that would be interested in volunteering during the event being hosted that will feature Bill Nye "The Science Guy." As you can imagine, it takes a lot of people to make sure that the nearly 2,000 guests and our prospective students have a seamless, enjoyable experience. The event will take place:

Saturday, February 14, 2015
Presentation begins at 11:30am
Doors open at 10:00am
Si Melby Hall

Volunteer Opportunities Include:

Ticket Scanners/Takers
Shift is from 9:30-12:30pm
Si Melby Hall Lobby

Ushers/Seating Assistants
Shift is from 9:30am-1:15pm
Si Melby Hall Lobby

If you're available to volunteer or have questions, please contact Jodi Collen in the Event & Conference Planning department at collen@augsburg.edu. Once shifts are assigned, additional information will be sent to all volunteers regarding their shift.

Note: Most shifts will have the ability to see the majority of the presentation from their posts.

Thank you in advance for your help!

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TIAA-CREF Individual Counseling Sessions

INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING SESSIONS AT NO ADDITIONAL COST TO YOU

You can discuss your personal financial situation with an experienced TIAA-CREF Financial Consultant on a confidential basis. They are available to discuss how to help you pursue your financial goals by investing in financial products such as mutual funds, brokerage, life
insurance and annuities.

This Individual Counseling Session can help you simplify your retirement by:
-Reviewing your retirement income options to provide you with the most flexibility possible
-Discussing consolidation, if appropriate for your situation.

Date(s) Time(s) Location(s):

Tue, Feb. 10, 2015 11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Cedar Room - Christensen Center
Wed, Feb. 11, 2015 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Cedar Room - Christensen Center
Thu, Feb. 12, 2015 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Cedar Room - Christensen Center

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Chapel Series "We Are Called: Masters of Vocation"

Please join us for worship in the chapel today at 10:40 a.m. as we conclude a unique Three-Day Chapel Series: "We are Called - Masters of Vocation." Augsburg Masters students speak on vocation and faith. Breanne Royer preaching, MA Social Work/Dual Degree with Luther Seminary student

Chapel this week:
Thurs. 2/5: Jane Ulring '15 senior chapel
Friday 2/6: "Sacred Soup" with Judah Nataf – "Building community one bowl of soup at a time." Receive a free bowl of soup!

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

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Batalden Seminar in Applied Ethics

The Batalden Seminar in Applied Ethics is Tuesday, February 10th, 11:00-12:00 in the Hoversten Chapel. The convocation address, entitled, "The Sociology of Seerah: Reclaiming Prophetic Tradition For Our Time and Place" will be delivered by Dr. Rami Nashashibi, Executive Director of the Inner-City Action Network (IMAN) and visiting professor at the Chicago Theological Seminary.

This timely presentation will focus on Muslim American identity and social justice issues by applying lessons from the life of the prophet Mohammed to our time and place. For more information, contact Matt Maruggi at maruggi@augsburg.edu.

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Save the Kids Movie Series

Save The Kids Augsburg College is continuing our movie series in honor of the late great James Dewitt Yancy aka J Dilla or Jay Dee, we will be showing 3 Documentary films about this wonderful human being and musical genius to ensure people learn of his history, legacy and tremendous contributions to Hip Hop but music as a whole and the world.

Date 1: Monday Feb. 9
Documentary: Stussy (28min) and Crate Diggers (26min.)
Time: 6pm
Location: East Commons(Augsburg College/Christensen Center)

Date 2: Monday Feb. 16
Documentary: Still Shining (39min.)
Time: 6pm
Location: East Commons(Augsburg College/Christensen Center)

FREE POPCORN and DONUTS!

Contact Reies Raees Romero for additional info/questions
romeror@augsburg.edu or 651-270-7592

This is a FREE event!

Surprise Skype in's at each screening! (TBA)

This is in anticipation of Twin Cities DillaDay 2015 on Feb. 21st at the Nomad World Pub.
https://www.facebook.com/events/795552197172346/

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Thomson Reuters Info Session-2/4/2015

Thomson Reuters Informational Session
Wednesday, February 4th
4:30-5:30 pm, Strommen Center, Suite 100, Christensen Center
Attend this info session and learn about summer paid internship opportunities for Finance and Accounting majors. They are hiring students who will have completed their junior year or seniors that will be returning to Augsburg in the fall of 2015. (Representatives will be two Auggie Alums)

Thomson Reuters is the world's leading source of intelligent information for businesses and professionals. They combine industry expertise with innovative technology to deliver critical information to leading decision makers in the financial and risk, legal, tax and accounting, intellectual property and science and media markets, powered by the world's most trusted news organization.

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Speech Team Meets Today

The Augsburg Speech Team will be meeting today from 3:15-4:00 in Foss 42. If you have any interest in contest speech activities, this is where you should be this afternoon! If you are interested but can't make the meeting, contact David Lapakko, Director of Forensics (lapakko@augsburg.edu).

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Spring Blood Drive Coming Soon

CCHP welcomes Memorial Blood Center back for its annual spring blood drive on Tuesday 3/3/15 from 10 am - 4 pm in the East Commons. Signing up is easier than ever as you can do it online by going to www.mbc.org/searchdrives and enter sponsor code 0027. Don't want to schedule online then call the CCHP office at 612-330-1707, and we can schedule your appointment to donate as well.

Every 2 seconds someone needs blood so please consider helping by scheduling your donation time TODAY! Beat the rush and get the time that best fits your schedule.

Any questions, please call the CCHP office at 612-330-1707. Thank yuo for helping save lives and donating blood!

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Auggie Networking Event - 2/10 Register NOW

Build Your Auggie Network!

Take advantage of this unique opportunity to network with Augsburg alumni from a variety of professions on Tuesday, February 10 from 5:30-8 p.m. in the Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center.

All majors and students are welcome!

Event includes: FREE Professional head shots and food. Register NOW at www.augsburg.edu/alumni

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CGEE's Ann Lutterman Aguilar Presenting at ISU

CGEE Academic Director and Mexico Site Director, Dr. Ann Lutterman-Aguilar, has been invited to present at Illinois State University's International Studies Symposium Series. Ann will be presenting on Study Abroad and Global Citizenship. Because of her expertise and contributions to the field in this area, Ann's travel has been funded by ISU. You can read a bit more about this and other upcoming CGEE presentations from Dean Eric Canny and Margaret Anderson at CGEE's blog (accessible from www.augsburg.edu/global, on the right hand navigation bar).

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