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Join the Co-Curricular Assessment Subcommittee

Seeking nominations for co-curricular assessment subcommittee

Are you curious about assessment of student learning? Do you wish you had better insights into what our students are learning through the co-curriculum at Augsburg? Do you dream of having evidence you can use to inform your programming for students? Would you enjoy being part of a group charged with bringing a greater focus to this work at Augsburg?

If so - we invite you to nominate yourself (or someone else) for a newly-formed group focused on co-curricular assessment of student learning. We are seeking diverse perspectives from a variety of co-curricular areas on campus. Extensive assessment experience is not required, but we hope you will bring openness to learning and a passion for growing a culture of assessment at Augsburg.

Committee charge:
Supporting the implementation of an established strategy for co-curricular assessment and supporting campus colleagues in growing a culture of assessment at Augsburg.

To nominate, please complete the online form here by April 24: http://tinyurl.com/pu2kqrk

Questions? Contact Michael Grewe, Maggie Heier or Katy Risner - members of the Augsburg College Assessment Committee.

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Keystone Course Offered This Summer in Mexico

Need a KEYSTONE this summer to graduate on time? Take KEY 490 in Mexico. Scholarships available.

3.5 or 7 week sessions available in May-June. 4-8 cr.

Apply Here: http://bit.ly/1a5gkZa


Apply by April 15.

Questions? abroad@augsburg.edu or stop by the Augsburg Abroad Office in Christensen Center.

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Make Your Life Easier and Your Papers Better

The end of the semester is coming quickly. It's time to visit and revisit the Writing Lab tutors. You'll be glad you did! Here are the hours:

Monday: 11:10 a.m.-1:40 p.m.; 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 12:30-3 p.m.; 3:30-6 p.m.; 7:30-10 p.m.
Wednesday: 3:30-6 p.m.; 6:30-9 p.m.
Thursday: 12:30-3 p.m.; 3:30-6 p.m.; 7:30-10 p.m.
Friday: 4:30-7 p.m.
Sunday: 5:00-8 p.m.

Questions? Please contact K. Swanson, English Department.

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Phil Adamo to Join URGO Summer Leadership

The Office of Undergraduate Research and Graduate Opportunity (URGO) is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Phil Adamo to the position of Faculty Summer Research Coordinator for the Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts for Summer 2015. Dr. Adamo will teach a weekly research seminar course for SSHA researchers, assist with the coordination of additional URGO summer programming, and build a learning community of scholars. He'll collaborate with his counterpart, Dr. Jennifer Bankers Fulbright, who is returning for her third summer as Faculty Research Coordinator for STEM, to support students and their faculty mentors throughout the URGO summer research experience.

Dr. Adamo is Director of Medieval studies and has served as chair of Augsburg's history department. He has successfully mentored many URGO summer researchers and is currently working with students on writing a book about the 150-year history of Augsburg College. Last year he won the Distinguished Contribution to Scholarship Award, and published two books in the past two years, "New Monks in Old Habits: The Formation of the Caulite Monastic Order, 1193-1267" and "The Medieval Church: A Brief History, 2nd ed.," as well as numerous scholarly articles and chapters. He has involved his students in much of this work and won the CARA Award for Excellence in Teaching by the Medieval Academy of America in 2014.

Dr. Adamo is a dynamic blend of scholar, teacher, mentor, and humorist. We are excited to have him join the URGO Summer Research Team.

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Get Your Free Z-shirt - TODAY 3-5 p.m. in Christensen

URGO will be tabling for this year's Zyzzogeton Research Symposium (AKA "Z") this afternoon from 3-5 p.m. in Christensen Center. Come help us advertise for this event by picking up a FREE Zyzzogeton T-shirt and wearing it around campus tomorrow and Friday!

Zyzzogeton will be held on Friday, April 10 from 2 to 4 p.m. in Oren Gateway Center. Over 70 students will be presenting their research in the poster session! Zyzzogeton is a great opportunity to hear about the exciting scholarship happening on campus and refreshments will be served throughout the event.

Augsburg College celebrates the creativity and scholarship of undergraduate students with its annual Zyzzogeton festival. The festival falls at the end of each academic year and is a culmination of achievement featuring work across departments. A "zyzzogeton" is a green leaf-hopper as well as the last word in the Webster Collegiate Dictionary, which is a fitting symbol to mark the end of the academic year. The public is welcome, so please come join us for this exciting event!

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Welcome Whitney - Housing Specialist Residence Life

Please join the Department of Residence Life in welcoming our Interim Housing Specialist, Whitney Wais. Whitney brings wisdom and energy from her diverse working background, which will support our students and department. Her office is located beside the Department of Residence Life main office in the Urness/Mortensen lobby, and she can be reached at wais@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1488.

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Open Circle - Tabling Today

Open Circle Adult Day Services is a community based, non-profit organization for older adults with chronic illness such as dementia. Our mission is help our members remain united with their loved ones in their respective homes and communities for as long as possible. Open Circle's integrated support system includes daily therapeutic activities, case management and personal care/nursing services. Augsburg interns and volunteers will work directly with our members, assisting with calendar activities, daily program tasks and social interactions. Volunteers have an opportunity to share their time and gifts and truly make an impact in the lives of our members. Open Circle will have a table at the Augsburg Campus on Wednesday, April 8, from 10:00-12:30 in the lobby of the Christensen Center.

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North Star STEM Opportunities

The North Star STEM Alliance supports African-American, Hispanic/Latino, Native American, Alaska Native and Pacific Islander students working toward STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) degrees. At Augsburg, STEM includes biology, biopsychology, chemistry, computer science, environmental studies, mathematics and physics. North Star STEM works to:
* Support student achievement via study groups and peer tutoring
* Engage students in their fields through research opportunities.
* Explore career directions through industry tours, internships, and professional conference travel
* Build community through social networking, peer mentorship, and student organizations.

TO GET INVOLVED

* Complete the North Star STEM Application at http://northstarstem.org/augsburg/apply or contact Rebekah Dupont at dupont@augsburg.edu.
* The application typically takes less than 15 minutes to complete and helps to determine your areas of interest as well as identify potential eligibility for various funding opportunities.
* Freshman, sophomores and new community college transfers who are exploring STEM majors are particularly encouraged to apply.
* Faculty and staff are welcome to nominate students who might benefit by emailing dupont@augsburg.edu.

PAID LEADERSHIP POSITIONS FOR 2015-2016

* Peer Mentors, Calculus Workshop Peer Instructor, STEM Peer Instructors, Communications Coordinator and Outreach Coordinator.
* Complete the North Star STEM application and contact Rebekah Dupont at dupont@augsburg.edu for more information.
* Positions will be 5-10 hours per week and will include planning time in May, 2015 and support of Augsburg SOAR in July 2015.
* Funding is contingent on North Star STEM eligibility.

FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES 2015-2016

* Travel to professional conferences
* Academic year research support
* Summer 2016 research support

Note: Students who have completed the North Star STEM application and actively participated in Alliance programming will be given priority in receiving funding.

For additional information see http://www.northstarstem.org/ or contact Rebekah Dupont at dupont@augsburg.edu.

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Food Service Hours

Wednesday 4/8/2015

Nabo is open from 7:30am-8:00pm.

Einsteins is open from 7:30am-9:00pm.

The Commons is open from 7:30am-7:00pm. Market Place is serving Chicken a la Orange, Grilled Quinoa Cakes, Braised Carrots with Thyme, and Boiled Baby Reds with Basil. Vege is serving Brussel Spouts with Sweet and Spicy Mustard, Roasted Cauliflower with Raisins, Brown Rice & Mushrooms, and Broccoli with Garlic White Wine Sauce.

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Food Service Specials

Wednesday 4/8/15

The Nabo Special of the Day is a Hot Dog & Chips.

There is a Smoothie Bar in The Commons at Breakfast & Lunch Today!

There is a Macaroni Pasta Bar in the Commons at Lunch & Dinner Today!

Come to Nabo and try some Blackeye Bottled Cold Brew Coffee, brewed in St. Paul. Blackeye is a company formed by Augsburg Alum Matt McGinn.

Enjoy some of the new options at The Salad Bar in The Commons! Featuring locally grown items!

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Daily Chapel: Tanzania

Join us for worship in the chapel today at 10:40am: Lee Neitge '16 about her work with the church in Tanzania.

Upcoming Chapel Schedule:
Wednesday Night Communion at 9:30pm, Pastor Justin Lind-Ayres preaching, student testimonial by Grace Lenhart '15
Thursday, 4/9, at 11:30am: Grace Lenhart '15, Senior Chapel
Friday, 4/10, at 10:40am: We Are Called (seating at back and balcony for this special event)

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

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Scientific Discoveries for Optimal Drug Discovery

Thursday, April 9
4:00 p.m.
OGC 100

Terry Lindstrom, Ph.D. will present a seminar on Scientific Discoveries for Optimal Drug Discovery of Human Therapeutics. Dr. Lindstrom is an Augsburg alum with training in the areas of pharmacology and biochemistry. Dr. Lindstrom spent 32 years in the pharmaceutical industry at Eli Lilly and Company. He was a key contributor to the discovery and development of the marketed drugs Cymbalta, Evista and Dynabac; served on 39 drug discovery teams; and delivered and supported 15 new drug candidates in clinical evaluations.

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Admitted Student Day - Your Dept./Org. Is Needed

Undergraduate Admissions is hosting our annual admitted student day called "Destination: Augsburg." This event will bring roughly 100+ admitted students and their families to Augsburg to show them what it's like to be an Auggie! As part of this event, we are hosting an activities fair to highlight how students can be involved on campus and the resources available to them. We'd love to have your organization and/or department present! The event is on Friday, April 10 and the fair will be from 11am-12pm in the CC Lobby. If you'd like to have a table representing your department and/or organization, contact Shonna Fulford at fulford@augsburg.edu by the end of today (Wednesday). Hope to see you there!

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Minneapolis Remodeling Expo: Free Tickets in HR

The 2015 Minneapolis Remodeling Expo is coming to the Minneapolis Convention Center from April 10-12th. See what's new for building, remodeling, decorating, and landscaping your home.

Don't miss this opportunity--a limited number of free tickets are available in HR!

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The Animal/Human Connection: Critical Conversation

Enjoy a free lecture and panel discussion sponsored by the University of Minnesota's Office for Equity and Diversity.

The Animal/Human Connection: Clarifying the Roles of Service, Emotional Support, and Therapy Animals.

Friday, April 17
1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Givens Conference Room, Andersen Library

For millennia, humans have had complex relationships with animals. They have served humans as a source of food, tools, clothing, and scientific research; they have provided labor, transportation, and companionship, and in certain cultures, they are seen as inspirational, even sacred. This conversation explores animal/human emotional, physical, and cognitive connections and addresses specific questions and issues involved in the use of service animals that work with people with disabilities. It also provides important information about the differences among service animals, emotional support animals, and therapy animals. Join us for a conversation that expands our understanding of animal roles, care, and relationships with their human owners and handlers.

Panelists: Eileen Bohn, Cofounder and Program Director, Helping Paws; Timothy (Tim) Doble, Volunteer Peer Support Specialist, Veterans Administration Health Center (Minneapolis); Susan O'Connor-Von, University of Minnesota Associate Professor of Nursing and registered animal-assisted therapy handler; Pia Sass, medically retired attorney and community participant. Moderator: Donna Johnson, Director, Disability Resource Center, University of Minnesota.

The flier is available for download from the Critical Conversations website, as is live streaming of this Conversation - and archived recordings of previous Conversations:
https://diversity.umn.edu/criticalconversations

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Fridley Middle School Students at Augsburg

On Thursday, April 16, students from Fridley Middle School, along with students from the Special Education department, will be in Christensen Center from 10:00-12:00 sharing projects they've done on three issues: gun violence, endangered species, and after school dance programs for youth. They are presenting fliers, buttons, hand outs, T-shirts, and doing break dancing demos. Please feel free to stop by and learn more about the hard work and activism the students have done on these issues.

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Kid Criminals: School to Prison Pipeline

Town Hall Meeting
Join this important discussion about the education system and how we can work together for change.
Where: East Commons-Christensen Center, Augsburg College
When: Thursday April 9th, 6:30 P.M.

Opening comments by guest speakers:
Anthony Nocella - Co-Director of Save the Kids
VJ Smith - CEO & President of Mad Dads

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MayKao Hang Speaking This Thursday at 5 p.m.

All are invited to hear MayKao Hang, CEO & President of the Wilder Foundation, present April 9, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. in the Sateren Auditorium. Students, Staff, Faculty and the greater community are welcome. Please feel free to forward to your networks.

The topic for Dr. Hang's presentation is Journey of 1000 Miles. She will discuss her vocation and the connection to her education, career, and what lessons and advice she would share to her younger self about the right pathway to choose. She will also share her personal leadership journey from an immigrant and first generation college student to a successful career.

The Clair & Gladys Strommen Executive Speaker Series hosts three presentations per year and is in its fifth year. The series is an opportunity to invite key regional leaders to share their vocation and expertise with Augsburg College students, alumni, staff, faculty and the greater community. All are warmly invited to join us. RSVP at www.augsburg.edu/alumni/events, or email scherera@augsburg.edu.

More information is found here: http://www.augsburg.edu/corporatefoundation/2015/03/19/maykao-y-hang-presents-journey-of-a-1000-miles/

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Lunch & Leadership - April 16 in the Riverside Room

Looking for a master's program at Augsburg? Come have lunch with us and explore the details of the Master of Arts in Leadership. Bring a co-worker and both of you will receive a complimentary Augsburg thumb drive!

On Thursday, April 16, we will be meeting in the Riverside Room from noon to 1:00 PM.

Check in at the Riverside Room, then choose your complimentary lunch from A'viands' offerings. You will have an opportunity to discuss the MAL program with admissions, the leadership department, and four MAL alumni who currently work as Augsburg staff personnel.

The Master of Arts in Leadership has provided many staff members with useful training they now apply to their career in higher education. MAL alumni who previously worked at Augsburg and have moved on to other positions in higher education also have great track records of obtaining high level jobs within the field.

To R.S.V.P. to the event, please call Nancy Shaeffer at 612-330-1520 or email shaeffer@augsburg.edu.

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White Privilege PSA Screening

Students from Com355: Small Group Communication are conducting an informal survey, as well as discussion sessions, on the topic of White Privilege, specifically in the context of higher education. The discussions will take place in 30 minute segments between 3-5pm on Saturday, 4/11 in the Christensen Center Student Lounge. The survey for this event is officially closed, but we still encourage all to attend the screening.

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Zyzzogeton Student Research Poster Fair Friday 2-4

Please join us for this year's Zyzzogeton Research Symposium on April 10 from 2 to 4 p.m. in Oren Gateway Center. Over 80 students will be presenting their research in the poster session! Zyzzogeton is a great opportunity to hear about the exciting scholarship happening on campus and refreshments will be served throughout the event.

Preview this year's poster abstracts at http://www.augsburg.edu/urgo/research/zyzzogeton/

Augsburg College celebrates the creativity and scholarship of undergraduate students with its annual Zyzzogeton festival. The festival falls at the end of each academic year and is a culmination of achievement featuring work across departments. A "zyzzogeton" is a green leaf-hopper as well as the last word in the Webster Collegiate Dictionary, which is a fitting symbol to mark the end of the academic year. The public is welcome, so please come join us for this exciting event!

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Auggies Connect with Employers Event

Auggies Connect with Employers

Thursday, April 9 (3:00-5:00 p.m.)
Come and stay for a few minutes or the full two hours
Dress Attire: Casual
Strommen Center, Suite 100, Christensen Center

Have you thought about a career working in a nonprofit? Wonder what types of careers there are in non-profit organizations? There are many openings available for students who have an interest in technology, marketing, business, accounting, psychology, social work, sociology, etc.. Ask questions on your job or internship search and/or have your resume critiqued. All are welcome.

Stop by for an informal meet and greet with representatives from:

United Way
Finnegan's
Lutheran Social Services
Hennepin County
Anoka County

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Seth Lienard Receives Local Event Planning Award

Please join me in congratulating Seth Lienard of the Event & Conference Planning department on his selection as Minnesota Meetings & Events Magazine's Up & Coming Special Event Planner of the Year. The award, which is selected by the magazine's advisory council, is a great honor and a testament to the work that Seth has done both here at Augsburg, and on the board of the International Special Events Society here in MSP.

Seth was honored on Thursday, April 2nd, at their 2014 Best of Awards, held at Windows on Minnesota in the IDS Center. Congratulations, Seth! We are very proud of all of your accomplishments!

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