Public Safety and Facilities Announcements
Teaching and Learning
- Today Is the Last Day of Spring Semester in the WL
- New Director Named for the Honors Program
- Faculty Luncheon: Scholarship/Teaching Innovation
- Live Abroad - Meet With URGO To Learn About Fulbright
- Writing Retreat - RSVP by Monday
- Sign Up for Augsburg GRE Prep Course On Campus
- Meet With URGO To Talk About Grad School
General Announcements
- Food Service Hours
- Career Quick Stop - Winding Down
- North Star STEM Opportunities
- Deliver Meals to Neighbors This Thursday
- AugSTEM Scholars Program
- Fall Major/Career Exploration Weeks Coming in Fall
- Food Service Specials
- Campus-Wide IDI-Guided Development Reboot
- SciTechsperience STEM Internship Opportunities
- Ceesay Receives the Eddie Phillips Scholarship
Event Announcements
- Baccalaureate Service for Grads: May 1 at 5 p.m.
- Interfaith Community Sending for Grads: April 30
- Loan Repayment Workshop ~ May 6th
- Swipes for Cedar-Riverside
- TODAY: Creating a Transfer-Friendly Campus
- TODAY: Library Director Candidate Presentation
- Commencement Flag Bearers Needed
- May Augsburg Total Wellness Event Announcement
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Public Safety and Facilities Announcements
Commencement Parking
Lots A, J, and K will be closed for Commencement on Saturday May 2nd, and Sunday May 3rd. Unauthorized vehicles will be towed at the owner's expense. All vehicles must vacate the lots by 11:00pm on Friday, May 1st. You may park at any other surface lots on campus. Reserved, handicap, fire lanes, and meters will still be monitored.
For more information about parking on commencement, visit: http://www.augsburg.edu/commencement/directions-and-parking/
Summer Parking Permits
Summer parking permits are on sale now! As a reminder, permits are required during the summer months. Any 2014-2015 semester or full-year academic hang tag permits will be valid for the summer months in the surface lots. Summer permits are $50 for surface lots, $400 for Luther underground, and $440 for Oren underground. Permits are available for purchase through Parking Services.
If you have already purchased a summer permit, please pick it up from DPS before the end of the semester to avoid receiving a parking ticket.
Teaching and Learning
Today Is the Last Day of Spring Semester 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.
If you are still working on papers, visit the lab on Wednesday: 3:30-6 p.m.; 6:30-9 p.m.
Questions? Please contact K. Swanson, English Department
New Director Named for the Honors Program
It is my pleasure to announce that Dr. Phillip Adamo has been named the Director of the Honors program starting Fall, 2015.
The Honors Program search committee recommended Phil for the position based on his engagement in the Honors Program, strong teaching and scholarship, his leadership experience, and his excitement for the future of the Honors Program. Phil has been an active member of the Honors faculty, having served as a member of the Honors Council, as a faculty advisor to the Griffin House, as a guest lecturer, and as a faculty reviewer for Scholarship Weekend. In addition to Phil's past work with the Honors Program, he brings to the position a commitment to excellent and creative teaching evidenced by winning both Augsburg and National teaching awards; and great success as a scholar who has published two books on the medieval church and monastic communities in recent years. He has demonstrated his leadership through his service as the Director of the Medieval Studies Program and as Chair of the History Department.
I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Dr. Bob Groven for his important work as the Director of the Honors Program over the past 11 years. As Director, Bob led the development of distinctive features of the Honors program, including: the Honors Program houses; a process for student-designed courses; the Honors Review which is a national, competitive, interdisciplinary journal for undergraduate research that was first published at Augsburg College in 2008; and Scholarship Weekend. Bob has worked tirelessly to improve the Honors Program and to increase the number of Honors students at Augsburg College.
Please join me in congratulating Phil and giving our sincere thanks to Bob!
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.
Writing Retreat - RSVP by Monday
The deadline to sign up for the for the annual Jessica Nathanson Scholarly Writing Retreat is Monday, May 4th. 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 (oh, and eat well, walk in the woods, and enjoy the company of your colleagues). Sign up for the May 17-19 retreat by emailing ctl@augsburg.edu .
Sign Up for Augsburg GRE Prep Course On Campus
Graduate programs often require applicants to take the Graduate Records Exam, referred to as the GRE. URGO offers an eight week GRE prep course each summer for students, alumni, and staff at a cost well below those found at private test centers. This course is taught by Augsburg faculty and staff and walks students through each section of the general test. Throughout the course students complete sample test questions and receive in-depth feedback and instruction. The registration fee also includes a six-month subscription to the online GRE study tool, Magoosh.
Tuesdays, May 12th-June 30th
5-7pm at Sverdrup 206
Cost: $80
Register at www.augsburg.edu/urgo
If you have any questions about the course, please contact Kirsten O'Brien at urgo@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1446.
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.
General Announcements
Food Service Hours
Wednesday 4/29/15
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 Herb Roasted Pork Loin, Grilled Quinoa Cakes, Braised Carrots with Thyme, and Sweet Potato Fries. Vege is serving Couscous with Carrots, Raisins, & Pine Nuts, Roasted Butternut Squash, Crispy Broccoli with Lemon Topping, and Hazelnut Roasted Asparagus.
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.
Career Quick Stop - Winding Down
Students! This is the final week of Career Quick Stop for the semester. Stop by Suite 100 of the Christensen Center Wednesday or 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 with new hours.
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.
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.
Deliver Meals to Neighbors This Thursday
Knock knock.
Knock knock.
KNOCK KNOCK.
Who's there?
Augsburg Meals!
That could be you. Knocking on doors. Knocking real loud on doors. Delivering lunches to our elderly neighbors (hence the loud knocking). Making their day. Brightening your day.
Campus Kitchen needs your help this week to deliver lunches to 63 of our elderly neighbors! We leave with lunches at 11:20 a.m. and return to campus with stories and new friends at 1:30 p.m.
Sign up here to join the fun! http://www.augsburg.edu/campuskitchen/volunteer/signup/
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
Fall Major/Career Exploration Weeks coming in Fall
Get involved! New pilot program coming for Fall 2015: Fall Major/Career Exploration Weeks
To better support students in exploring options for majors and careers, Career & Internship Services is partnering with URGO to plan a new five-week program series for fall 2015 - and we hope you will be involved! (Details: http://www.augsburg.edu/strommen/calendar/fall-majorcareer-exploration-series/)
The program is designed to help students explore majors and careers by disciplines in alignment with our academic divisions, plus a week focused on pre-health and one designed to meet the needs of undecided students or those still exploring majors or careers.
During each of the five weeks Career & Internship Services and/or URGO will host a panel discussion featuring a mix of alumni, employers, faculty, and other experts linked to the majors and disciplines featured that week.
In addition, faculty, staff and students are invited to plan additional offerings during the weeks that most closely align to their major, department, or organization mission/focus (see list of dates below and online). Career & Internship Services will promote the full slate of offerings to students, provided information is received by our deadline.
The Fall 2015 weeks are scheduled as follows:
Week of Sept. 21: Professional Studies
Week of Sept. 28: Fine Arts & Humanities
Week of Oct. 5: Natural & Social Sciences
Week of Oct. 12: Pre-Health Week
Week of Oct. 19: Undecided/Exploratory Student Week
Next steps to get involved:
--> Learn more about the Fall 2015 pilot program: http://www.augsburg.edu/strommen/calendar/fall-majorcareer-exploration-series/
--> Let us know you will be involved by Friday, May 29 via this Google form: https://docs.google.com/a/augsburg.edu/forms/d/1beJykfif5fC-Sc1tru24eOLVO76vF8BBcZ18hU_OCbk/viewform
You do not need to know the full details - just let us know your initial thoughts now.
--> Confirm the details of your event/offering by Friday, July 10 via Google form: https://docs.google.com/a/augsburg.edu/forms/d/1-SfSjJCmpDW4WUzwgqhpypcvbutJzUmUsEOzRm4Ln5I/viewform
All individuals or groups who let us know their full plans by Friday, July 10 will be guaranteed to have their offering included in any web or printed promotional materials.
Questions or Comments? Contact Maggie Heier, assistant director in Career & Internship Services, or Catherina Kipper, health professions specialist in URGO.
Food Service Specials
Wednesday 4/29/15
The Nabo Special of the Day is Chef's Choice.
There is a Smoothie Bar in The Commons at Breakfast & Lunch Today!
Today is Wing Wednesday 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!
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.
SciTechsperience STEM Internship Opportunities
SciTechsperience is the internship program that connects college students studying science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) disciplines to paid internships in small to mid-sized Minnesota companies.
Eligibility:
Minnesota resident or attending college in Minnesota
18 years of age or older
In good academic standing (2.50+ GPA)
College junior or senior (60 credits completed)
Pursuing a qualifying science, technology, engineering or math degree (biology, biopsychology, chemistry, computer science, environmental studies, mathematics, management information science, physics)
International students ARE eligible for some internships as indicated by employers.
Current open positions: Zurich Medical (http://zurichmed.com/), Nanocopeia (http://www.nanocopoeia.com/), and Zepto Life Technology (http://www.zeptolife.com/).
Application Deadline: End of Semester
See http://scitechmn.org/ for more details and to apply.
Contact dupont@augsburg.edu to learn more about Great Lakes or SciTechsperience internships for STEM students. Faculty and staff are encouraged to nominate potential student interns.
Ceesay Receives the Eddie Phillips Scholarship
Malik Ceesay recently received the Eddie Phillips Scholarship Program for African-American Men. He is a theater and education major at Augsburg College. He graduated from Brooklyn Center High School and is involved in the Save the Kids organization on campus.
Event Announcements
Baccalaureate Service for Grads: May 1 at 5 p.m.
Baccalaureate is a celebration service of music and word held for the graduating class. Graduating students should wear their cap and gown and may sit with their family or guests in any available seats. Please note that seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. If you'd like to be a part of the processional party, carrying a banner or candle into the chapel at the beginning of the service, please contact Amy Hanson in the Campus Ministry office.
Friday, May 1, at 5:00 p.m.
Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center
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
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
Swipes for Cedar-Riverside
Don't let your unused flex points go to waste! Campus Kitchens is holding a food drive to collect Einstein's food items using any flex points you have left. The donated food will be given to the Brian Coyle Center for their youth programs. Come to Einstein's during any open hours, and you'll find the Campus Kitchens table. Buy your item(s) and drop everything in the boxes. All donations are welcome!
TODAY: Creating a Transfer-Friendly Campus
What does it mean to be a transfer-friendly college?
How well are we doing?
What can we be doing better?
Join us today, Wednesday, April 29, for a webinar on these topics, offered through PaperClip Communications.
When: 1 - 2:30 p.m.
Where: Riverside Room
Sponsored by General Education, Academic Affairs, and Augsburg for Adults
TODAY: Library Director Candidate Presentation
We welcome finalist Mary Hollerich 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 will join us!
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!
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.
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Augsburg's Urban Scrubs Camp Wants You
Camp Counselors Wanted! Scrubs Camp is a one-week event designed to engage middle and high school students in healthcare careers and topics. Hands on camp activities are designed to allow students to personally engage with health-care professionals and faculty.
We're looking for people enthusiastic about engaging with campers and faculty. Camp counselors attend Urban Scrubs Camp scheduled for July 6-10, 2015, from 7:30am - 5:30pm. You attend sessions with assigned group of campers, monitor camper behavior, track attendance while being a positive role model. Meals are provided during camp.
We are hiring for the following positions:
Urban/Augsburg Lead Camp Counselor - $650 for week
Urban/Augsburg Camp Counselors - $500 for week
Check out our listing on AugPost for more information.
Designer Purse Lock Found
Found on sidewalk on 21st Avenue outside of Lindell Library. Please contact Amanda if this is yours: 612-330-1098 or schustea@augsburg.edu