Thursday, September 17, 2015
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Teaching and Learning

Apply for Mayo Innovation Scholars Program

Applications for Augsburg's Mayo Innovations Scholar Program are now available on the URGO website! This program is highly competitive and is primarily designed for juniors and seniors.

What is MISP?
In the process of conducting research, Mayo Clinic scientists have developed new products that may be marketable. These products are submitted to the Mayo Clinic Office of Intellectual Property (OIP) for a thorough investigation of marketability. The OIP has a significant backlog of products to be investigated. One of the backlogged products or inventions is assigned to each MISP team for investigative research and formal presentation at Mayo Clinic.

Augsburg's team will consist of an MBA student, 3 undergraduate science students, 1 undergraduate business/economics students, and a Licensing Manager from the Mayo Clinic OIP. The team will work together to understand the science and applications of the projects or innovations and analyze the market potential. Each undergraduate student on the team will receive $1,000. Teams will begin work during October and the final presentations will be in March.

To Apply:
Applications can be found on the URGO website. Completed applications must be submitted to urgo@augsburg.edu by Friday, September 25th. If you have any questions about the program, please contact us at urgo@augsburg.edu, 612-330-1446, or stop in at Science 152.

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Grad School Application Sessions: 9/29 & 9/30

Attend a grad school application session and get tips on finding programs and funding, writing personal statements and CVs, arranging letters of recommendation, and more.

Sessions will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 29 at 1 p.m. in the Riverside Room (Christensen Center) and on Wednesday, Sept. 30 at 2 p.m. in Oren Gateway 103. If you cannot attend a session but are still interested in learning more about applying to graduate school, contact the URGO office at urgo@augsburg.edu to set up an individual meeting.

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Speaking Lab

The Speaking Lab is open to all Augsburg community members who seek any assistance on a speech or class presentation. We can help with any stage of the speech writing process from topic selection, organization of ideas, or delivery tips. The lab is located in Foss171 and the hours the lab is open are the following:

Monday: 4pm-6pm
Wednesday: 2pm-5pm
Thursday: 10am-12pm

Also feel free to send the lab an email with any further questions or if our hours do not fit with your schedule at speakinglab@augsburg.edu

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General Announcements

Discounted Renaissance Fest Tickets for Sale in HR

While Supplies Last - Renaissance Fest Tickets for Sale

Augsburg Office of Human Resources is pleased to offer discounted 2015 Renaissance Festival tickets available for purchase starting Monday, August 10, 2015 in Human Resources. Tickets can be purchased by check or cash. If paying by cash, please be sure to have exact amount.

The Renaissance Festival is open weekends, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., rain or shine, August 22nd through October 4th. The festival will also be open on Labor Day on September 7th and Festival Friday on October 2nd. Parking is free.

For more information about the festival see: http://www.renaissancefest.com/

Discounted ticket prices are:
Adult = $17.95 ($22.95 at the gate)
Child (ages 5-12) = $10.50 ($13.95 at the gate)
Food coupon book = $5.00

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Food Service Specials

Thursday 9/17/15

The Nabo Special of the Day is a Chicken Caesar Wrap with Chips.

There is made-to-order Linguine with Manila Clams at Lunch in The Commons today.

Come to Nabo to try several new items including Build Your Own Salad, Black Eye on tap Cold Press and Nitro, Kind bars, Pop-Tarts, and more!

Enjoy the new beverages in The Commons; Crystal Light, Orange Crush, Cherry Pepsi, and Diet Dr. Pepper!

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Food Service Hours

Thursday 9/17/15

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 Chicken with Herbs & Roasted Garlic, Basmati Rice, Roasted Baby Red Potatoes, and Broccoli with Spicy Crunch. Vege is serving Gingered Broccoli, Couscous Almond Currant, Potato Fries House Seasoned, and Toasted Brussels Sprouts with Masala Spice.

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Step Into Fall with the Steps Program

STEPS PROGRAM
Monday, September 21th through Sunday, November 1st

On Your Mark…Get Set…Walk!
Get laced up and ready to hit the road while walking your way to improved health. The Steps Program will help you get out of your seat and get moving as you increase your daily step count.

Get off to a great start!
* The challenge is designed to gradually increase the number of steps you walk each day.
* Pedometers are available while supplies last. Pick up in Human Resources, in Memorial Hall room 19.
* Keep track of your steps. Log sheets, walking maps and steps conversion charts to be sent via email with your registration confirmation.
* Participate in other exercises you enjoy and use conversion chart for number of steps to record.

How does the challenge work?
Track your activity weekly and gradually increase your activity to reach the weekly goals.
Week 1: Average 5000 steps per day
Week 2: Average 6000 steps per day
Week 3: Average 7000 steps per day
Week 4: Average 8000 steps per day
Week 5: Average 9000 steps per day
Week 6: Average 10,000 steps per day

Sign up and join in the fun!
Registration open until Friday, September 21
To register simply email berggren@augsburg.edu and type: Steps Yes in the subject line of the email.

Earn rewards
Maximize your wellness program benefits. Complete the challenge and earn $50 HSA contribution or be entered into a prize drawing. Prizes for this event: Fitbit Flex, Nike Gym Bags, Golf Umbrellas, Barnes and Noble Gift Cards.

Key dates
Challenge start date: Monday, September 21st
Challenge end date: Sunday, November 1st

Report via email weekly totals by 4pm Monday as outlined below:
9/28 for steps earned 9/21 through 9/27
10/5 for steps earned 9/28 through 10/4
10/12 for steps earned 10/5 through 10/11
10/19 for steps earned 10/12 through 10/18
10/26 for steps earned 10/19 through 10/25
11/2 for steps earned 10/26 through 11/1

*Always consult a physician or other qualified health care professional before starting a diet or exercise program.

If you have any questions, please contact Katie Berggren.

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Event Announcements

TODAY Visiting Educator Kim Shuck Luncheon

Augsburg College was selected as the recipient of Eric Jolly's (Augsburg College Board of Regent Member) Bush Foundation Directed Grant to be used in 2015 to support bringing Kim Shuck (author, poet, weaver, beader, educator) to campus. Kim will be visiting a number of classes in addition to two opportunities to hear her at open events. Eric Jolly, President and CEO of Minnesota Philanthropy Partners, will also be present at the open events.

The campus community is invited to join us in welcoming Kim to campus Thursday, September 17th at 12:00 p.m. for a Lunch Conversation in the Marshall Room. Please RSVP for the lunch to Kasidy Moore at moorek1@augsburg.edu or x1663 .

If you aren't aware of Kim's work, please visit her website at: http://www.kimshuck.com/. She will have books for sale, as well.

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Global Roots Festival - FREE at The Cedar

Global Roots Festival at the Cedar Cultural Center-This festival is FREE!
Bands from all over the world will be here in our neighborhood--416 Cedar Avenue.

The festival is next Monday-Wednesday, September 21st, 22nd and 23rd.
Wednesday's show features the music of The North American All-Stars, Hodan & Dalmar, with Bob Stacke's Band.

Here is a link with all the necessary information:

http://www.thecedar.org/global_roots_program

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Professional Studies Week Begins Monday

Professional Studies Week Begins Monday!

During this week, Augsburg College will host a range of events and offerings to help students explore majors and careers in the Professional Studies as part of the Strommen Center's pilot Major/Career Exploration Series.

Plan to attend the Friday Alumni Panel - Friday, Sept. 25 from 12:30-1:40 p.m. in East Commons!

Check out what is happening next week here, and get a preview for the upcoming Fine Arts & Humanities week too: http://www.augsburg.edu/strommen/2015/07/07/professional-studies-week-week-of-sept-21-2015/

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CANCELED - West Bank Farmer's Market

Our farmers are taking the day off to avoid the rain. Catch us next week (weather permitting) at the Augsburg Ice Arena from 11-1:30!

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All Hands Meeting is Monday

The Fall 2015 All Hands meeting is Monday, September 21, at 10:40 a.m. in Hoversten Chapel. Click on the giant link below to add the meeting to your calendar:

https://augnet.augsburg.edu/protected/administration/reports/documents/president/allhands2015-16/index.htm?icalmail=2118d9b33ec7f94154ab02c50f86c5fe&returnpath=%2Fprotected%2Fadministration%2Freports%2Fdocuments%2Fpresident%2Fallhands2015-16%2Findex.htm%3Fmonth%3D09%26amp%3Bday%3D21%26amp%3Byear%3D2015icalmail=2118d9b33ec7f94154ab02c50f86c5fe&returnpath=%2Fprotected%2Fadministration%2Freports%2Fdocuments%2Fpresident%2Fallhands2015-16%2Findex.htm%3Fmonth%3D09%26amp%3Bday%3D21%26amp%3Byear%3D2015

Remote access to connect to the meeting will be available; that link will be posted in tomorrow's A-mail.

You can find the full schedule of 2015-16 All Hands meetings and Focused Conversations -- including links to add sessions to your calendar -- on the All Hands page on Inside Augsburg.

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Last Chance to Register - Associates Fall Lunch

This is the last day to register for the Augsburg Associates FALL LUNCHEON happening on Wednesday, September 23 at the Town & Country Club in St. Paul. Ann Garvey, Vice President of Student Affairs, will bring a report from the College. Jennifer Simon and Dulce Monterrubio '12 from the Department of Student Affairs and Yasameen Sajady '12 and Stella Richardson '15 from Sisterhood Boutique will be the program presenters. Social time begins at 11 a.m. followed by lunch at noon. Cost of the lunch is $30. Contact Becky Waggoner at 612-330-1085 to make your reservation. I hope to see you there!

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Keeping Track of Auggies

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Auggie Athletics

Dance Team Tryouts

The Augsburg College Dance Team will be holding tryouts for the 2015-2016 season this upcoming Sunday, September 20th from 9 am to noon. Tryouts will be located in the gym in Si Melby Hall.

If interested, please bring tennis shoes, jazz shoes and whatever clothing is comfortable to dance in. If there are any questions regarding dance team tryouts, please contact Coach Megan Schuelein at schuelem@augsburg.edu.

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Classifieds

Undergrad Cap and Gown for Sale - Length 5'3"/5'4"


Undergrad Cap and Gown for Sale - Length 5'3"/5'4" $50.00

All that is needed would be your tassel!

Used once in 2015 ceremony. Comes with the 5'3"/5'4" length standard gown, standard cap and a few misc Auggie swag items. Email if interested.

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