Tuesday, April 28, 2015
<<  <  Browse Archive  >  >> 

 


Public Safety and Facilities Announcements

No postings


Teaching and Learning

Finish Those Papers; Last Two Days in the WL

The last shift of spring semester in the Writing Lab will occur this Wednesday evening, 6:30-9 PM. The Lab will reopen for summer classes on May 11 and will maintain reduced summer hours through Aug. 21.

Until April 29, these are the hours:

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.

Questions? Please contact K. Swanson, English Department.

Back to top


Register Your Summer Internship for Augsburg Experience

If you are completing a summer internship that you would like to count for your Augsburg Experience, don't forget to register for a non-credit internship (AUG EX3) before starting your experience this summer.

To get started, please attend the following Internship Registration/Orientation Session in the Strommen Center (Christensen Center, Suite 100):

Tuesday, April 28 from 10:30-11:30am*

Who should attend?
- Students who have an internship lined up for the summer that is related to their major and/or career goals
- Students who want the internship to count for their Augsburg Experience graduation requirement

If you have questions about non-credit internships, please see our website: http://www.augsburg.edu/strommen/non-credit-internships/

*If you cannot make it to this session and need to set up an alternate meeting, please contact us at strommen.internships@augsburg.edu

Back to top


Accessibility at Augsburg Workshop May 14

Faculty are encouraged to attend the Accessibility at Augsburg workshop. It would be wonderful to have each department represented.
Thursday, May 14
8:30-noon
Marshall room
Lunch provided at noon

The workshop will help faculty better understand and further develop skills to ensure course materials and activities are accessible. The workshop will also offer a hands-on opportunity to review a syllabus, assignment, etc., with knowledgeable peers.

An RSVP would be helpful to ensure we have enough space (and snacks!). The RSVP link is:

http://augsburg.az1.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_8pqiyXPUa1bTIdD

Sponsored by the Center for Teaching and Learning, Center for Learning and Accessible Student Services (CLASS) and Accessibility at Augsburg.

Back to top



General Announcements

Food Service Hours

Tuesday 4/28/15

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 Grilled Garlic Pork Chops, Grilled Zucchini, Parsley Potatoes, and Quinoa with Caramelized Sweet Onions. Vege is serving Green Bean Casserole, Sautéed Mushrooms, Parmesan Garlic Potato Fingers, and Curried Rice.

On Thursday April 30th Einsteins will be closing at 1:00pm. On Friday May 1st all Food Service Locations will be closing at 1:30pm. All Food Service Locations will be closed May 2nd and 3rd. Starting on May 4th Einsteins will be open Monday-Friday from 7:30am-1:30pm with a limited menu, Nabo will be open Monday-Friday from 10:00am-2:00pm with a limited menu, and The Commons will be closed.

Back to top


Thanks to A'viands - 450 Served at Late Night

Thanks to A'viands Dining Service for providing great food for 450 students at Late Night Breakfast.

Thanks to servers Michael Wentzel, Rebecca Ganzel, Kelly Anderson Diercks, Ted Nielson, Jill Davenport, Allyson Green, Dianne Detloff and Paul Pribbenow. Omelet crew was Bridget Robinson-Riegler and Carol Enke.

Back to top


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.

Back to top


One Additional Yoga Class- Today at Noon

Please join the Mindfulness Club for a final session of free yoga today with Cindy in the Band Room (Music Hall) from noon to 1 p.m.!

All equipment supplied, and all skill levels are welcome--especially beginners. Yoga is a great opportunity to relieve some stress and enhance your focus during finals week!

Sponsored by the Mindfulness for Students Club.

Back to top


Food Service Specials

Tuesday 4/28/15

The Nabo Special of the Day is Grilled Cheese on Wheat Bread with French Fries.

Today is Taco Tuesday All Day 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!

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.

Back to top


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.

Back to top


Prof Lapakko Finalist in Great American Think-Off

Congratulations to Communication Studies Professor David Lapakko, who is once again a finalist in the Great American Think-Off, a philosophy competition that is held each year in New York Mills, MN. This year, out of hundreds of essays that were submitted, Lapakko's was selected as one of the four best. The debate question this year is, "Does technology free us or trap us?" On June 13, Lapakko will head to New York Mills to debate the other three finalists in competition for the gold medal. In 2013, David was also a finalist and bronze medal winner on the topic, "Which is more ethical: sticking to principle or being willing to compromise?" Now in its 23rd year, the Great American Think-Off is an event sponsored by the New York Mills Regional Cultural Center and is held in the town's high school auditorium.

Back to top



Event Announcements

Library Director Candidate Presentation: Tomorrow

Lindell Library staff would like to invite you to join us on Wednesday, April 29, 11:15 a.m.-12:10 p.m., in OGC 100 to hear finalist Mary Hollerich speak on the topic of leadership in today's academic library. See you there!

Back to top


Commencement Flag Bearers Still Needed

Commencement Flag Bearers Needed!

Commencement 2015 is right around the corner and we're looking for members of the campus community that would be able to assist with carrying a flag during both ceremonies. This year's ceremonies are:

Saturday, May 2, 2015
Ceremony Begins at 1:00pm
Si Melby Hall

Sunday, May 3, 2015
Ceremony Begins at 1:00pm
Si Melby Hall

We are still in need of flag bearers for both ceremonies and each student who participates will receive $20 cash for their time and involvement.

Flag Bearers (Ideally Students)
Shift is from 12:15am-1:15pm
Robes provided

If you're available to help 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.

Thank you in advance for your help!

Back to top


StepUP Graduation Celebration

Come one, come all to the StepUP Graduation Celebration!

It is this coming Friday, May 1st, 2015 at 1 p.m.
Sateren Auditorium

RSVP's would be nice but not mandatory. Please call our office at 612.330.1405.

Hope to see you there!

Back to top


TODAY: Library Director Candidate Presentation

Please come meet another of our library director finalists who will be speaking in OGC 100 from 11:15 a.m.-12:10 p.m. on the topic of leadership in today's academic library. We hope you can join us!

Back to top


Loan Repayment Workshop ~ May 6th

Do you feel overwhelmed or uncertain about your federal loan repayment options? We are here to help!

Student Financial Services is hosting a Loan Repayment Workshop on May 6th
Time: 5:30-6:00, Loan information presentation
6:00-7:00, Counselors available for personalized help
Location: Sverdrup Hall room 201

We will show you how to determine how much you owe, federal loan repayment options, loan forgiveness options, and consolidation. Bring your FAFSA PIN number. RSVP online at http://goo.gl/forms/FByUimrL3b

Back to top


May Augsburg Total Wellness Event Announcement

Auggies in Service to our Community,

The Augsburg Total Wellness program is calling for volunteers to join our team to pack meals for the Feed My Starving Children organization. This is a great opportunity to use your community service time to serve our global community. Together we can make a difference.

Join the Augsburg team on May 26 from 9:30-11:30 AM at the Coon Rapids Feed My Starving Children packing location.

Follow the instructions below to sign up:

Go to: http://volunteer.fmsc.org/Register/Group/JoinGroup.aspx?gid=671479
Reserve your spot by clicking: CONFIRM
You will be prompted to accept the terms of volunteering. Click: ACCEPT
You will be prompted to create an account; it will take just a few seconds to follow the steps
Click: CONTINUE
You will receive an email confirmation of your registration

An email will be sent to each registered participant with details for the day of the event. If we fill the available slots, we can add more - so encourage your colleagues to join you in this rewarding work!
If you have any questions, please contact Katie Berggren at berggren@augsburg.edu.

Back to top


Creating an Inclusive Campus Workshop May 7

The Creating an Inclusive Campus (CIC) workshop is offered as part of our on-going college mission commitment to "intentional diversity in our life and work." The goals of the workshop are to provide faculty and staff participants with the opportunity for continued growth in personal intercultural competence and to build skills necessary for creating an inclusive campus community.

Thursday, May 7
8:30 - noon
Chapel

Includes keynote by Dr. Buffy Smith and sessions tailored for faculty and staff.

Sponsored by the Diversity and Inclusion Committee, Human Resources, Student Affairs, Campus Activities and Orientation, Academic Affairs, Center for Teaching and Learning.

RSVP at http://augsburg.az1.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_55qRcNyNtMAwZTf

Back to top



Keeping Track of Auggies

Students Accepted to Conduct Off-campus Research

Please join us in congratulating the many Augsburg students who will be conducting research at labs and universities throughout the country this summer!

Vision Bagonza, Biology, The Mayo Clinic
Matt Current, Physics, Air Force Institute of Technology
Becca Freese, Mathematics, South Dakota State University
Hilena Frew, Chemistry, The Ragon Institute at Harvard Med. School
Roman Khadka, Biology, University of Minnesota
Oscar Martinez, Chemistry, University of California- Riverside
Alan Medina-Gonzalez, Chemistry, University of Minnesota
Lyle Nyberg, Chemistry & Biology, University of Pennsylvania
Mac Ohnsted, Physics, Virginia Tech
Cameron Olsen, Physics, Johns Hopkins University
William Stolz, Computer Science & Philosophy, Marquette University
Zach Swingen, Chemistry, Center for Sustainable Polymers at the University of Minnesota
Sadie Tetrick, Physics, University of Minnesota
Juan Tigre, Physics, University of Michigan
Cain Valtierrez, Physics, University of Minnesota

*Note: this list may not be comprehensive, so please email urgo@augsburg.edu if you know of another person to add to this list!

Back to top



Auggie Athletics

No postings


Classifieds

No postings