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RSVP for the Writing Retreat

Do you wish you had uninterrupted time to write/work on scholarship? If so, you will want to take advantage of the annual Jessica Nathanson Scholarly Writing Retreat. Jess established a tradition of allowing faculty and academic staff time away from campus to focus entirely on scholarship. There is no schedule for this retreat - it is simply time and space to work on scholarship. The Provost and the Center for Teaching and Learning will cover the cost of the retreat.

The retreat will take place Sunday, May 17 at 1:00 p.m. (after lunch) through Tuesday, May 19 at 1:00 p.m. (after lunch). Please email ctl@augsburg.edu to reserve your space.

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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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Looking for the May Calendar?

Staff and Faculty, please visit http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/upcoming-events/may-workshops/ for a detailed list of all May Calendar Events.

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Lindell Library Focus Group Study

The library is looking for your feedback!

Are you an undergraduate at Augsburg? Interested in participating in a focus group about reference services? If so, please contact Missy Motl (motl@augsburg.edu) for more information.

Pizza and pop provided! And a chance to win a $25 gift card! The focus group will last one hour.

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Student, Faculty, & Staff Volunteers Needed

AchieveMpls is seeking Graduation Coaches for the 2015-2016 academic year. Graduation Coaches work one-on-one with a Minneapolis high school junior to help him/her navigate their post-secondary path. Coaches meet with their students each month to discuss topics such as potential career and college options, problem-solving and personal goal setting.

All students, faculty, & staff are invited to an information session to learn more about this volunteer opportunity on Wednesday, April 15 from 12-1 p.m. in the Cedar Room. Feel free to bring your lunch. Any questions can be directed to moralesj@augsburg.edu

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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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AugSTEM Scholars Program

The AugSTEM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Funded by the National Science Foundation, AugSTEM Scholars can receive up to $7,000 per year in financial support. Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:
* Enrolled full-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, chemistry, computer science, mathematics, or physics)
* Within 5 semesters of graduating after completion of Spring 2015 semester
* Major GPA of 3.0 or higher
* U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident
* Demonstrated financial need via FAFSA

*Incoming community college transfer students and Augsburg students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply.

Application deadline: If you are interested, you should contact stem@augsburg.edu as soon as possible to determine your eligibility. Completed application materials are due July 1, 2015. Note that you will need three letters of recommendation and you are advised to make requests for letters before the completion of the spring semester.

Questions? See http://www.augsburg.edu/stem/ or contact stem@augsburg.edu.

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Student Employment for Academic Year ends May 2nd

Supervisors of Student Employees:

The end of the academic year is fast approaching. The last day of the academic year for student employment is May 2nd! The summer term begins May 3, 2015. If you are a hiring manager planning on having students working over the summer, please be sure to review the information below regarding student positions for the 2015 summer term.

Steps to follow when hiring a student worker for the 2015 Summer Term

1. Students returning into a position they held previously will only need a Student Employment Hire Form Summer 2015 to be turned in to Human Resources (HR). This form can be found on the HR Moodle site.

2. Looking for a student worker to hire? Any new position will need to be posted on the Human Resources website. Fill out the Student Employment Posting Request form located on the HR Moodle site and return the form to HR. We will post the position online. Applications will be forwarded to the hiring manager for review.

3. The hiring manager will fill out the Student Employment Hire Form Summer 2015 and submit it to the HR office. Students who have never worked on campus before will need to fill out additional HR forms, including a background check, before they will be authorized to work.

Questions? Email HR at hr@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1058.

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TODAY Z Student Research Poster Fair 2-4 in OGC

Please join us for this year's Zyzzogeton Research Symposium TODAY 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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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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Cedar Show FREE With Augsburg I.D.

Aar Maanta is coming as part of the Midnimo program!

Aar Maanta has earned recognition as the "voice of the next generation of Somalis" due to his dedication to composing new work rooted in Somali traditions and his commitment to performing with a full, multi-cultural band.

Cedar Cultural Center
416 Cedar Avenue
Saturday, April 11th
8:00 p.m.

Tickets to this concert are free for all Augsburg students, faculty and staff with an Augsburg I.D.

For more information about Midnimo and Aar Maanta, please go to thecedar/midnimo.org

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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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Food Drive on Wheels on Campus 4/15

The Finnegans' Reverse Food Truck--a food drive on wheels--is rolling into campus next Wednesday. Bring donations of non-perishable food to Lot K between 10 a.m.-noon on Wed., April 15, where the Reverse Food Truck will be parked. 2014 Spirit of Augsburg award recipient Jacquie Berglund '87 founded Finnegans, the first beer company in the world to give 100% of the profits from beer sales back to the community to help local nonprofits. Finnegans' Reverse Food Truck parks on local streets to collect nonperishable food for food shelves, as well as financial donations. Bring your donations to Lot K on Wednesday, April 15. See more about the Reverse Food Truck here: http://finnegans.org/reverse-food-truck/

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Admitted Student Day Open House

Hello Augsburg!

We in Admissions would like to inform you of an event happening TODAY, April 10th from 8:30-2:00 p.m. called Destination: Augsburg. This is our admitted student open house; we have over 100 students registered to attend, plus guests/parents. You'll see admitted students all over campus on Friday. Students will be able to sample a "buffet" of Augsburg opportunities and departments, plus explore our vibrant, urban community. Please help us in welcoming future Auggies for the class of 2019 this Friday! Go Auggies!!

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150th Anniversary of the End of the Civil War

Civil War 150th Anniversary Forum

The Civil War raged from 1861 to 1865. On April 9th, 1865 Robert E. Lee surrendered the Army of Northern Virginia to U.S. Grant, bringing closure to years of bitter fighting which caused several hundred thousand casualties.

To commemorate the end of the most devastating struggle in American history, the Department of Business Administration and the Department of History are presenting a forum on Wed., April 15 at 6 p.m. in SCI 123. The forum will feature presentations by Professor William Green, Professor Michael Lansing, and Wayne Jorgensen, Historian and Augsburg Regent.

Wed., April 15 at 6 p.m. in SCI 123

All are welcome to attend!

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Daily Chapel: We Are Called

Join us for worship in the chapel today at 10:40am for "We are Called," part of the "Destination: Augsburg" event (seating in balcony or back of chapel for this special chapel service). Featuring student speakers: Amber Kalina '15, Jon Bates '15, and Aisha Mohamed '16; and the Augsburg Jazz trio: Jazz Trio: Kyle Burbey, trumpet; Tommy Jacobs, percussion; Cleo Knickerbocker, piano; and Chris Kopp, bass.

Upcoming Chapel Schedule:
Monday, 4/13, at 10:40am: Frankie Shackelford preaching, Prof. Emeritus
Tuesday, 4/14: Convocation/No Chapel Service
Wednesday, 4/15, at 10:40am: Patrick Joiner preaching, Pastoral Intern
Wednesday Night Communion at 9:30pm: Global Village, Global Song with Pastor Mike Matson preaching, student testimonial by Amber Kalina '15
Thursday, 4/16, at 11:30am: Rachel Hastings '15, Senior Chapel
Friday, 4/17, at 10:40am: AGAPE* Hip Hop Outreach, Dave Scherer

We gather in Hoversten Chapel - Absolutely everyone is welcome!

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Sverdrup Lectures

"Satellite Observations - The Touchstone of Atmospheric Modeling," presented by Anne R. Douglass, PhD, Senior Scientist, Atmospheric Chemistry and Dynamics Laboratory, NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center
Monday, April 13, 7:00pm, Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center

"Finding My Way through the Ozone Layer," presented by Anne R. Douglass, PhD, Senior Scientist, Atmospheric Chemistry and Dynamics Laboratory, NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center
Tuesday April 14, 11:00am, Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center

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