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- TODAY, 5:30p - Films by Native youth@environment
- Late Night Breakfast - April 27
- Did the Exodus Happen? - Film Viewing Rescheduled
- Today - Faculty/Staff of Color Luncheon
- Rochester Campus Baccalaureate April 23
- Interfaith Community Sending for Grads: April 30
- Daily Chapel: "R You Ready?"
- Focused Conversations: Today and Thursday
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Sewer Smoke Testing April 20-24th
The City of Minneapolis is smoke testing the sanitary sewer lines to find cracks or faulty connections. During this test, white smoke will come out through holes in manhole covers and plumbing vents on or near rooftops. Each test is about 30 minutes long. If you detect white smoke in your building, its OK. The smoke is non toxic and will not stain curtains or any other fabric. It will dissipate quickly. Open a window if needed. Facilities will be walking the buildings for the duration of the test looking for smoke. The buildings affected over the next four days are Foss Center, Ice Arena, Melby and the Kennedy Center.
New - Compostable Hand Towels
You may have noticed new hand towel dispensers/towels in campus rest rooms. Not only are these towels more sustainably manufactured with less water, they are compostable. As a pilot program, starting Wednesday, April 22, in Foss and Music buildings, you will see compost containers in the rest rooms. Please place all used hand towels in the labeled compost container and all other trash in the smaller trash container nearby. An Edina high school student is assisting Augsburg with this effort as an environmental studies project. Thanks for your participation in this "Green by 2019" initiative.
Teaching and Learning
Faculty Luncheon: Scholarship/Teaching Innovation
Faculty please consider displaying your most recent scholarship achievements such as book publications, book chapters, peer reviewed articles, book reviews etc. at the faculty luncheon on April 30th. We would also like to invite to showcase any teaching innovation you have developed. This is a great opportunity for colleagues to learn about your distinctions. Please notify Michael Wentzel (wentzelm@augsburg.edu) if you have materials for display
Live Abroad - Meet With URGO To Learn About Fulbright
Juniors and Seniors, are you interested in living abroad for a year after you graduate? Meet with URGO before you leave for the summer to learn how to apply for Fulbright! Email urgo@augsburg.edu to make an appointment.
The Fulbright US program provides grants for English Teaching Assistant Programs (no teaching experience required) or individually designed study/research projects abroad. During their year abroad, Fulbrighters will meet, work, live with and learn from the people of the host country, sharing daily experiences.
Summer = Meet With URGO To Talk About Grad School
Thinking of applying to graduate school in the fall? Come meet with URGO staff before you leave, or come in over the summer for advising on how to create a timeline, select programs, prepare for standardized tests, and ultimately put together your best application.
To make an appointment you can call the URGO office at 612-330-1446 or email us at urgo@augsburg.edu.
Deadline is Fri. - Co-Curricular Assessment Committee
DEADLINE TO NOMINATE IS THIS FRIDAY, APRIL 24:
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.
General Announcements
Need Volunteers for Commencement
Are you wanting to attend Commencement but do not have a ticket? Volunteer instead! Annually we rely on our volunteers to help assist with ushering and ticket taking at the ceremony. Our volunteers strongly contribute to the success and smooth flow of the event.
Volunteers are needed:
*Undergraduate Graduation: Saturday, May 2 from 11:00-2:45 p.m.
*Adult Day/Graduate Studies Graduation: Sunday, May 3 from 11:00-2:45 p.m.
*We especially need more volunteers for Sunday
Please sign up today by contacting Katie Radford at radford@augsburg.edu .
Career Quick Stop - Winding Down
Students! Next week is the final week of Career Quick Stop for the semester. Stop by Suite 100 of the Christensen Center Tuesday from 2:30-4:30 p.m. or Wednesday and Thursday from 1:00-2:30 p.m. These walk-in hours are meant for quick career questions and short resume reviews. Appointments will be limited to 15 minutes and students will be seen on a first-come, first-served basis. Quick Stop will resume in the fall!
The Strommen Career and Internship Center will be open all summer for one-on-one appointments. Career coaches can assist you with career exploration, resume writing, interviewing, and more! Call 612-330-1148 to schedule an appointment.
Food Service Hours
Tuesday 4/21/15
Nabo is open from 7:30am-8:00pm.
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. 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.
Campus-Wide IDI-Guided Development Reboot
In response to student input from the spring 2014 focus groups and the fall 2014 survey, and the "Great Colleges to Work For" survey, the Diversity and Inclusion Committee Core is implementing five initiatives, one of which includes increasing the intercultural competence of faculty and staff (and students when applicable). An associated action step includes the campus-wide revitalization and reboot of the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI) and IDI-guided development process first implemented in 2010.
The IDI is Augsburg's preferred tool of measurement of intercultural competence and the IDI-guided development process offers Augsburg faculty and staff a confidential Individual Development Plan to support movement on the development continuum, i.e. growth in personal intercultural competence. Ultimately, Augsburg would like to have all faculty and staff complete the inventory and plan on a rotating basis so that individuals have an opportunity to monitor their personal growth.
Human Resources, in partnership with the Diversity and Inclusion Committee Core, is pleased to support five cohort groups completing the IDI. In addition to completing the IDI, each participant will receive a confidential Individual Development Plan with a consultant before the end of this fiscal year. This cohort group mainly includes new hires, individuals who have expressed interest in taking the IDI, and individuals from critical roles (such as supervisors) and departments with a high volume of student contact. Within the next few days these individuals will receive invitations to participate in the cohort group. For individuals who are not included in this May cohort group, please note that we are budgeting for additional cohorts in the new fiscal year. It is our goal to have all faculty and staff integrated into a rotation within the next couple of years.
Questions can be directed to Joanne K. Reeck at reeck@augsburg.edu.
Lindell Library Focus Group Study
Participate in focus group this Saturday, April 25th, from 12:00pm-1:00pm!
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 fill out this form: http://goo.gl/forms/ES4Oxj1GDp
Pizza and pop provided! And a chance to win a $25 gift card! The focus group will last one hour.
Come De-Stress With The Final Spring Yoga Class
Today is the final opportunity this spring to experience Cindy Sawamura's grounding and centering yoga classes! Take a short break and return to your work calmer and more focused.
Please join the Mindfulness Club for free yoga today in the Band Room (Music Hall) from noon to 1 p.m. today. All equipment supplied, and all skill levels are welcome--especially beginners. Come take a break to center and replenish yourself.
Sponsored by the Mindfulness for Students Club.
Food Service Specials
Tuesday 4/21/15
The Nabo Special of the Day is a Grilled Ham & Swiss with Chips.
Today is a Spring BBQ at Lunch in The Commons!
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!
Wednesday April 22nd is Earth Day. Come to The Commons where prizes will be given out including; a bicycle, coffee grounds for fertilizer, and assorted herbs in cans. The menu will feature local food items such as Wild Rice from Bemidji, Roasted Zucchini from Stillwater, Gluten Free Chicken Breast from St. Cloud, and Parmesan Spaghetti from Green Bay!
On Thursday April 30th Einsteins will be closing at 1:30pm. On Friday May 1st all Food Service Locations will be closing at 1:30pm.
Poster Session Presented by Augsburg PA Students
Poster Session presented by Augsburg Physician Assistant Students
As part of the Public Health Unit in the Clinical Medicine course, Physician Assistant (PA) students in the Class of 2016 are developing analysis posters on health issues addressed in the Healthy People 2020 objectives.
Come to this interactive session to learn and hear about their research and recommendations to address these health issues in clinical practice and the larger community.
Thursday, April 23, 2015
2:30-4:00 p.m.
The Common Table, 2001 Riverside Avenue, Mpls.
Please contact Jenny Kluznik (PA Program faculty) with questions at kluznik@augsburg.edu
Event Announcements
TODAY, 5:30p - Films by Native youth@environment
Tomorrow is a special screening of films about and by Native youth that focus on wellness and environmental issues. This is the last event for Augsburg's native American Film Series this year. The first is a short film, Mde Mka Ska Canoe Nation Gathering, by local youth producers from Migizi Communications followed by a feature documentary, March Point, a film by Swinomish youth from Washington State.
Tuesday, April 21, 2015
University of St. Thomas
O'Shaughnessy Educational Center Auditorium
Located on Cleveland Ave.
5:30 p.m. - 8:30
http://www.augsburg.edu/filmseries/
Thank you to our sponsors:
Augsburg College
American Indian Studies Department
American Culture and Difference Program, University of St. Thomas
Institute for Global Studies, University of Minnesota
Migizi Communications
Late Night Breakfast - April 27
Students are invited to Late Night Breakfast on Monday, April 27, 10-11:30 p.m.
Thanks to A'viands Food Service - free to any student (with ID). It's Late...and it's Breakfast!
Did the Exodus Happen? - Film Viewing Rescheduled
The showing of the documentary film, "Patterns of Evidence: The Exodus" has been rescheduled to Tuesday, May 5, 7:00-9:00 p.m. in Sateren Auditorium.
This award-winning 2014 documentary challenges both "literalist" and "minimalist" understandings of history and the Bible. In addition to a screening of the film, there will be time for Q & A with local filmmaker, Tim Mahoney, as well as with David Rohl, one of the scholars featured in the film. Hosted by the Augsburg College Religion Department. For more information about the film, check out the website: http://www.patternsofevidence.com/en/
Today - Faculty/Staff of Color Luncheon
Today - Tuesday, April 21
OGC 100
12-1 p.m.
Join us for our last luncheon of the year. Bring your own lunch and join other faculty and staff of color who work here at Augsburg. This is a great opportunity to network and share in ways we can support each other and work together.
Rochester Campus Baccalaureate April 23
Augsburg's Rochester campus will celebrate Baccalaureate on Thursday, April 23 with a service beginning at 7 p.m. in the chapel. Honors recognition will be an important part of this service. A reception will follow. Congratulations to our Rochester students on this important occasion.
Interfaith Community Sending for Grads: April 30
Graduating students of all religious and non-religious identities are invited to an interfaith service celebrating your educational journey. This 45-minute service will be a special time of reflection and blessing.
Thursday, April 30, at 6:30 p.m.
Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center
Daily Chapel: "R You Ready?"
Join us for worship in the chapel today at 11:30am: Babette Chatman preaching, "R You Ready?" Community Collaborative Partner, Redeemer Center for Life and Redeemer Lutheran Church. The Reed Trio performing: Kelsey Birkholz, Jeoffrey Eckblad, and Andrew Meyer; directed by Merilee Klemp.
Upcoming Worship Schedule:
Wednesday, 4/22, at 10:40am: Earth Day, Michael Martin preaching, Augsburg Groundskeeper; and Blessing of the Tools. Music by Callie Hensler '17, piano.
Wednesday Night Communion at 9:30pm: Songs of Praise; Patrick Joiner preaching, Pastoral Intern
Thursday, 4/23, at 11:30am: Dr. Bev Stratton preaching and receiving a blessing upon her retirement, music by The Chapel Brass.
Friday, 4/24, at 10:40am: End of Academic Year Celebration, Pastor Justin Lind-Ayres preaching.
We gather in Hoversten Chapel - Absolutely everyone is welcome!
Focused Conversations: Today and Thursday
The final Focused Conversations are scheduled this week. Click the link(s) below to add the session(s) to your calendar
TODAY: "Growing Augsburg's Corporate Relations Profile," facilitated by Jay D. Peterson, assistant director of Corporate & Foundation Relations; Heather Riddle, vice president for Advancement, and Amanda Scherer, assistant director of Corporate & Foundation Relations:
Tuesday, April 21, 3:40 p.m. - Marshall Room - http://bit.ly/1DltNGJ
THURSDAY: "The 7 Augsburg2019 Institutional Initiatives," facilitated by President Paul Pribbenow:
Thursday, April 23: 3:40 p.m. - Marshall Room - http://bit.ly/1xwjuA2
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Rachel Kruzel Presents at State Conference
Rachel Kruzel, CLASS Accommodations Specialist, recently made a presentation at the Minnesota Association on Higher Education and Disability state conference. The title was "Assistive Technology: Latest, Greatest, and Those That Won't Break The Bank."
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Temporary Housing Available in Midtown Phillips
One of my housemates just bought a house and moved out, so there's a free room in a lovely house in Phillips filled with lovely people! Two young-ish people, two old-ish people, and a husky live in the house. It's a half-hour walk or 10 minute bike ride to Augsburg... and there's a porch to welcome you home at the end of the day! The house is actually for sale, so this would be temporary housing, but we're probably safe to stay put through the summer. Let me know if you want more details!