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River Semester Info Session & Discussion--TODAY

Today from 5:30-7 p.m. in OGC 100 there will be an opportunity to learn more about the Fall 2015 River Semester program. Students currently enrolled, interested students, faculty, staff, and community members will be sharing ideas and updates on the latest developments on the program, which will take students down the length of the entire Mississippi River by canoe, bus, and train starting Sept. 1st. There will be some soup and bread there, as well, if you want a bite to eat. If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Joe Underhill at underhil@augsburg.edu.

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Course Design Grants – March 6th Deadline

Individual faculty and departmental groups are invited to submit applications for Integrated Course Design Grants. Applications and the Call for Proposals can be found at http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/grant-applications/. The program supports both design-based critique and revision of existing courses or programs and design-based creation of new courses or programs.

The 2015 ICD group will meet regularly over the course of two weeks in May. The goal of the new ICD program design is to provide participants the tools they need to complete their projects in an efficient and supportive manner. If you have any questions about the ICD Grants, please contact Tim Pippert or John Schmit.

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Nominations Open for Augsburg Leadership Awards

Nominations are currently open for the 2014-15 Augsburg Leadership Awards! These awards recognize student leaders and student organizations for their innovative and outstanding leadership during the academic year.

All students, staff, faculty, alumni, and community members are strongly encouraged to submit nominations; self-nominations are also encouraged. To nominate an individual or a student organization, and for more information on the awards themselves, visit: http://www.augsburg.edu/cao/activities/augsburg-leadership-awards/

Questions can be directed to Michael Grewe at grewe@augsburg.edu.

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Free Yoga Today -- Band Room (Music Hall) at Noon

Please join us for another session of free yoga with Instructor Cindy Sawamura today at noon in the Band Room in the Music Hall. Everyone welcome--especially beginners--and all equipment provided. See you there!
Sponsored by Augsburg's Mindfulness Club.

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Career Quick Stop Hours Today

Spring 2015 Career Quick Stop hours:

Tuesdays from 2:30-4:00 p.m.
Wednesdays & Thursdays from 1:00-2:30 p.m.

About Quick Stop:
These drop-in hours are designed to expand access to career coaches and to accommodate impromptu student career questions as they arise. During Quick Stop hours students are seen on a first-come, first-served basis for brief, 15-minute drop-in appointments. These times are meant for quick career questions, brief resume or cover letter reviews, or help getting started with an internship or job search.

Quick Stop is not intended to replace longer appointments, and we regret we cannot accommodate career assessment requests during Quick Stop hours (please schedule an individual appointment: 612-330-1148).

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Gilman Int'l Scholarship Workshop Today

Gilman International Scholarship Workshop, Feb. 17

February 17
Riverside Room
11:25-11:55 a.m.

Learn how to earn $3,000-$5,000 in scholarship money for study abroad with the Gilman

Scholarship and receive tips and information on:

* How to apply
* Writing a winning essay
* Application deadline
* Eligible Augsburg and CGE programs

*Eligibility: Pell Grant Recipient, US Citizen (or will be at time of travel)

http://www.iie.org/en/Programs/Gilman-Scholarship-Program

Questions? abroad@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1650

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Food Service Hours

Tuesday 2/17/15

Nabo is open from 7:30am-8:00pm. The Special of the day is an American Burger with Chips.

Einstein's is open from 7:30am-9 pm with the Late Night Menu starting at 7 pm.

The Commons is open from 7:30am-8:00pm. Market place is serving Spice Rubbed Cod, Lemony Rice, Herbed Sugar Snap Peas, and Mashed Potatoes. Vege is serving Rosemary Potato Wedges, Brown Rice Pilaf, Broccoli with Lemon, Garlic & Sundried Tomatoes, and Maple Glazed Carrots.

On Wednesday, February 18th there will be Tiger Sushi being made at Lunch in The Commons! There will be Gluten Free and Vegan Rolls available as well so stop in and enjoy some freshly made Sushi!

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Career Quick Stop Canceled Wednesday (2/18)

Career Quick Stop drop-in hours will be canceled on Wednesday, February 18th as Career & Internship Services staff will be supporting students at the MN Private College Job Fair at the Minneapolis Convention Center.

For more information on the Job Fair, visit: http://www.augsburg.edu/strommen/calendar/mnpcfair/

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Corp. Partners Take Part in Scholarship Weekend

Saturday morning's Scholarship Weekend activities, which included a VIP breakfast, a student research poster show, and Bill Nye's keynote presentation were sponsored in part by Beckman Coulter, Lerner Publishing, and Microsoft.

In his opening address, President Pribbenow thanked the sponsors for making it possible for high school students with an interest in the STEM fields to visit campus and attend Nye's keynote presentation. The total attendance for the sold-out event was nearly 2,000.

Beckman Coulter, Lerner Publishing, and Microsoft each sent a group of representatives to take part in the festivities and learn about student/faculty research and internship programs at Augsburg. Alumni and friends of the college now working at General Mills and HB Fuller were also in attendance.

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CCHP Office Moving Wednesday

The CCHP office is moving on Wednesday 2/18/15 to its new home on the first floor of Anderson Hall (enter off 21st Avenue near the picnic table). As we begin services in our new location, we will also have a new name and will become the Center for Wellness and Counseling (CWC).

There will be no appointments available all day Wednesday 2/18 and most of the day on Thursday 2/19 as we transition from our current office to our new office. We plan to be back serving students again in our new location on Friday 2/20. Please feel free to call our office at 612-330-1707 and leave a message. We will respond to your call as soon as we can. If there is an immediate crisis, please contact Public Safety at 612-330-1717 and they will get in touch with us.

A formal open house event for the new Center for Wellness and Counseling office will be held later this semester. Please watch a-mail for more on the CWC open house date and time.

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Scholastic Connections Applications Available

Scholarship Opportunity for High-Achieving, Undergraduate Students of Color

Applications are now being accepted for Scholastic Connections for 2015-16. Successful applicants for 5 available positions will receive a $5000 scholarship and be paired with an alum of color who will serve as the student's mentor.

Eligibility requirements, information about Scholastic Connections and applications are available at the SC web page. Go to Inside Augsburg, A to Z Directory, Scholastic Connections. http://www.augsburg.edu/connections and click on Application Requirements.

Students who receive full tuition scholarships: Promise Scholars, Act 6 Scholars, full tuition President Scholars, etc. are NOT eligible for SC.

APPLICATIONS & LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION DUE 3/1

For more information, contact Cindy Peterson at petersoc@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1754.

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Joanne Reeck Named as Chief Diversity Officer

I am very pleased to announce that Joanne Reeck, who currently serves as Director of Campus Activities and Orientation, has agreed to take on a concurrent role as Augsburg's Chief Diversity Officer, effective immediately.

In her new role, Joanne will spend approximately one-quarter of her time engaging widely across campus as a consultant and advocate for our mission-based commitment to intentional diversity in our life and work. Joanne will report to me in her role as Chief Diversity Officer, and we will name annual objectives for her work that will set priorities linked to Augsburg2019. One area of particular focus for Joanne's work that we already have determined is our overall efforts to increase faculty and staff diversity.

Joanne first came to Augsburg in 2008 as our Director of Campus Activities and Orientation. In that role, she has worked with student, faculty, and staff colleagues to create a signature orientation program for our day students while also facilitating a staggering growth in student engagement and activities.

Before coming to Augsburg, Joanne served in a variety of student affairs and admissions roles at the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities. She received her BA degree in journalism and an MA in higher education from the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities. She is active in several professional organizations, including the College Student Educators International and Minnesota College Personnel Association. In her free time, Joanne is a registered official for college and high school basketball.

Joanne Reeck will serve us all well in this important role. Her understanding of how to create more inclusive organizations and her skill and experience living out her commitment to intentional diversity promise to challenge and inspire all of us in our mission-based work.

Please join me in congratulating Joanne.

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Support the MN State Grant - February 25

Students,

You are all invited to participate in Minnesota Private College Council Day at the Capitol, taking place Wednesday, February 25.

We are inviting you as student leaders to represent Augsburg College and advocate on behalf of yourself and/or your fellow classmates. The goal of the event is to advocate to state legislators about the importance of the Minnesota State Grant for college students, not just from students who receive the grant, but also from those who do not receive the grant to talk about its impact on the greater Augsburg community.

Check in will be 7:45 a.m. in the Oren Gateway Center Atrium and you will return to campus by 3:00 p.m. FREE breakfast and lunch, as well as free transportation, will be provided.

There will be a training dinner on Tuesday February 24th. If interested in going please RSVP with Amanda Scherer, scherera@augsburg.edu, so she can give Events a count for dinner.

Click here to register - http://www.mnprivatecolleges.org/day-capitol-registration

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Daily Chapel: Allyson Green, Campus Kitchen

Join us today at 11:30am: Allyson Green, Campus Kitchen Director, speaking. We will march to Bethany Lutheran Church for Soup for You Cafe @ Bethany for a soup lunch & community time!

Chapel this week:
Wed. 2/18, 10:40am & 9:30pm: Ash Wednesday - Imposition of Ashes and Ingathering of Food
Thurs. 2/19, 11:30am: Alicia Papke-Larson '15 Senior Chapel
Friday 2/20, 10:40am: Pastor Charlie Ruud preaching, Normandale Lutheran Church

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

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Green Presents at Staff Senate Open Forum

William Green, associate professor, Sabo Senior Fellow and Faculty Senate chair, will present on the work of the Augsburg College Faculty Senate.

Wednesday, February 18
11:30 am-noon
Marshall Room, Christensen

Held the third Wednesday of the month, the Open Forum Series provides opportunities for staff, faculty and students to learn about projects, collaborations, and our shared work.

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Housing Expo

February 17th, 2015
Christensen Center, East Commons

All Day students will receive a computer generated, randomly assigned, selection number based on class status. Those with the highest numbers will be the first to choose their housing for 2015-2016. Find current Day students to room with and add the selection numbers of everyone in your group. Once you have the total, find the appropriate time slot and come to the Expo with your student ID and printed selection number email.

-Department of Residence Life

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Last Chance Resume Glance: Job Fair Drop-in Hours

Do you have last minute questions before the Job Fair tomorrow (Wednesday 2/18)? Visit the Last Chance Resume Glance Job Fair Drop-in Hours TODAY from 10am-4pm in the Strommen Center Lobby (Christensen 100). Career Coaches will be on hand. For additional preparation resources, click here: http://www.augsburg.edu/strommen/calendar/mnpcfair/

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6th Annual Auggies vs. Tommies Fitness Challenge

Time to take it to the Tommies! The Auggies and Tommies faculty/staff will be back at it for the 6th Annual Auggies vs. Tommies Fitness Challenge. To date WE are 3-2 in these challenges. Before you ask, YES we are returning to our old tried and true method of reporting points . . . to me!
Read below for details.

What: 8 weeks of friendly and healthy competition
Who: Any faculty and staff (full-time, part-time, adjunct)
When: Starting February 18 – April 15
Where: Anywhere you want to work out as long as it is at least for 30 minutes (doesn't need to be all at once).
How:
30 minutes of activity = 1 point
60 minutes of activity = 2 points
14 points is the maximum points/week. Each week the winner will be announced based on the average for the team. The goal is to win the most weeks during this 8 week challenge.
· Fac/staff with an Augsburg HSA, who report their points on time every week will receive a $50 contribution to their HSA.
· Fac/staff without an HSA, who report their points on time every week will be entered in a drawing for various prizes.

Rules of the Competition:
1) Sign up by sending enke@augsburg.edu an email that you are interested in participating.
2) Keep track of the number of points earned each week (14 is the maximum/week).
3) A week starts on Wednesday and ends on Tuesday at midnight.
4) If you miss reporting your total by Wednesday @ 2:00 p.m., your points will not count for that particular week. You can participate the following week but you will not be allowed to use any points from the previous week.
5) This is a fun competition between Augsburg and St. Thomas but the MAIN goal is to get folks motivated to add some (or perhaps more) physical activity into their weekly routine.
6) Every week we will announce the school winner.
7) Folks can join in at any time in the program and their points start at that particular time.
8) Reporting points is EASY – I will send a reminder email on Tues. and Wed. of each week.
All you need to do is: 1) click “reply” to my reminder email, 2) in the upper left of your reply, click on the reply arrow, 3) scroll to “Edit Subject” and 4) replace the subject with your points (ex. 1-14) for the week. That's it!

Dates of Competition:
Week #1: Wed., Feb. 18 ends Tues., Feb. 24
Week #2: Wed., Feb. 25 ends Tues., Mar. 3
Week #3: Wed., Mar. 4 ends Tues., Mar. 10
Week #4: Wed., Mar. 11 ends Tues., Mar. 17
Week #5: Wed., Mar. 18 ends Tues., Mar. 24
Week #6: Wed., Mar. 25 ends Tues., Mar. 30
Week #7: Wed., Apr. 1 ends Tues., Apr. 7
Week #8: Wed., Apr. 8 ends Tues., Apr. 14

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It's Cookie Go Time

Once again this year, my twin daughters are selling the famous Girl Scout Cookies. Flavors available this year include Thin Mints, Tagalongs, Do-Si-Dos, Samoas, Trefoils, and Rah-Rah Raisins which are available for $4 per box. In addition, they also now sell Gluten-Free Toffee-tastic cookies for $5.50 per box.

I will have a limited selection of boxes available in my office for immediate delivery. Otherwise, please email and I can bring any size orders for next day delivery. Thanks in advance for your support!

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Quaint House for Rent - Short Drive from Campus

Available April 1, a 3-bedroom, 1-bath home only 12 minutes from campus! This recently updated craftsman home has plenty of character and sits in a quiet family-friendly neighborhood. Gorgeous yard with pergola, patio and privacy fence--perfect for outdoor summer entertaining. Main level: Original updated kitchen, separate dining space. Large living room with fireplace. 2 bedrooms with bathroom. Downstairs: Newly refinished family room with granite wet bar, 3rd bedroom, bonus office room, finished laundry and additional storage space. 1 1/2 car garage. Lawn/Snow/Utilities tenant responsibility. Dogs/cats considered with deposit. Work with an invested landlord (me) rather than a rental agency! Email me for more information or pictures.

http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hnp/apa/4894146853.html

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