22nd Ave South Closure Friday and Saturday

Starting at 6:00am on Friday, October 9th until 10:00pm on Saturday, October 10th, there will be no parking along the northbound and southbound lanes of 22nd Avenue South between Butler Place and 7th Street South. The City of Minneapolis will be posting "No Parking" signs, along with hooding the meters along that route - please be cognizant of signage and plan accordingly.

Thank you.

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Lot K Closure Friday and Saturday

Lot K will be closed starting at 5:00am on Friday, October 9th until 10:00pm on Saturday, October 10th for Homecoming.

Please make sure to move your vehicle out of Lot K before the closure or you may be subject to ticket/tow. Please plan accordingly. Sorry for any inconvenience.

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Hear from Keme Hawkins, PhD on Friday, Oct. 9

Keme Hawkins '04 was an English major and McNair scholar while at Augsburg who then went on to receive her MA in Afro-American Studies from UW-Madison and her PhD in English from Emory University. She also holds a certification in screenwriting. Keme is the 2015 First Decade award winner, a prize which recognizes an alum for outstanding work done in the first ten years after graduation.

Join us on Friday, October 9 at 2pm in Lindell 301 to hear from Keme about her educational and artistic journey.

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New Book from Christopher McMaster

Christopher McMaster, assistant professor in the Department of Education has written the newly published book, Educating All: Developing Inclusive School Cultures from Within. This important book, part of the Inclusion and Teacher Education series published by Peter lang, contributes significantly to the conversation about inclusion as a critical component of school culture.

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"Go To" Metro Transit Card Promotion a Success

Thanks to the Central Corridor Partnership, Metro Transit and Augsburg College, 146 freshmen students activated their Go To Cards, and added $10. By doing so, these students will receive $45 on their card from Metro Transit, as of Oct. 9.

Thanks to Augsburg students who worked as interns on this project.

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Food Service Specials Tuesday

Tuesday 10/6/15

The Nabo Special of the Day is Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup.

Today is Made to Order Grilled Cheese in The Commons!

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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Learn About the West Bank-TODAY

West Bank Crash Course is an un-conference (of sorts) highlighting all things West Bank.

Join us for an introductory crash course into Minneapolis' coolest neighborhood! We'll have workshops and events throughout the week (Monday-Saturday) including a fashion show, craft beer tasting, sambusa-making session, neighborhood tours and more. It's a great way to get to know everything the neighborhood has to offer, and there's something for everyone!
-How to Make Sambusas
-West Bank Stories
-Somali History and Culture
-What's Up Augsburg?
-College/U of M Community Partnerships
-Many more sessions

Hosted by the West Bank Business Association and The Southern Theater, the event is a week-long fundraiser, with proceeds going to support local West Bank nonprofits. For a full list of events and more info: http://crashcourse.thewestbank.org/

MORE INFORMATION:
For more information about the event please contact: Jamie Schumacher, Executive Director, West Bank Business Association - info@thewestbank.org 612-326-9652

The West Bank Business Association exists to engage the business community in the responsible economic development of the West Bank district while preserving the unique character and heritage of the Cedar-Riverside area.

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Slides, Video from Sept. 22-23 Focused Conversation

Slides from the September 22 and 23 Focused Conversation re: the University Council structure are available on the All Hands page. A recording of the livestream is also available for those not able to attend the sessions last week.

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Food Service Hours Tuesday

Tuesday 10/6/15

Nabo is open from 7:30am-8:00pm.

Einstein's is open from 7:30-9:00pm with the Late Night Menu starting at 7:00pm. Einstein's will be closing early Thursday Oct 8th at 2:00pm and Friday Oct 9th at 1:00pm.

The Commons is open from 7:30am-7:00pm. Market Place is serving Cilantro Lime Chicken with a Cilantro pilaf, Herb Roasted Yellow Squash and Zucchini. Vege is serving a Barley Mushroom Risotto with Pan-fried Eggplant, Fresh Garlic Green beans, and Fresh Braised Kale.

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Gideon International Representatives

Gideons International representatives, including Augsburg alums, will be at the Minneapolis campus during the week of October 5 to distribute Bibles to campus community members who want one.

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Stephan Eirik Clark is Named New MFA Director

Stephan Eirik Clark has been named the director of the Low-Residency MFA Program in Creative Writing at Augsburg College. A mentor in the program since its inception in 2013, Clark is the author of the short story collection Vladimir's Mustache, a finalist for the Minnesota Book Award, and Sweetness #9, the highly-acclaimed 2014 novel that was featured on The Colbert Report, NPR's Fresh Air, and in the pages of the New York Times, USA Today, and Oprah magazine, among other places. The novel has since been optioned for the screen by Olympus Pictures.

Clark's short stories and essays have appeared in numerous journals, including The Atlantic, Witness, Cincinnati Review, Salt Hill, and LA Weekly. His creative nonfiction has twice been recognized as notable in the anthology Best American Essays. A former Fulbright Fellow to Ukraine, Clark earned his Ph.D. in Literature and Creative Writing from the University of Southern California, where he also spent time as an undergraduate, earning honors from the university's prestigious film school.

Clark succeeds Cass Dalglish, the lead designer and first director of the program, who now serves as a mentor in fiction and teaches in the undergraduate creative writing program at Augsburg.

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Lead a Short-Term Study Abroad Program 2016-17

Faculty interested in leading a short-term study abroad program in 2016-2017 must submit a proposal by December 19, 2015. More information is available at www.augsburg.edu/global - look under Resources for faculty and staff. At this URL, faculty can review the application itself, along with an informational packet that addresses common questions related to location, cost, marketing, and roles/responsibilities.

Faculty are also welcome to submit for 2017-2018! While firm decisions regarding 2017-2018 proposals will not be made during this cycle; they will be reviewed and, when possible, given preference for acceptance during the next cycle.

NOTE: Graduate programs are now subject to a proposal review process as well. Read more at the above URL.

Questions: Contact Jessica Haas, Associate Director, CGEE at haasj@augsburg.edu

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Food Service Specials Wednesday

Wednesday 10/7/15

The Nabo Special of the Day is Cajun Chicken Pasta with a Bread stick.

Made to Order Smoothie Bar in The Commons at Breakfast and Lunch!

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 Wednesday

Wednesday 10/7/15
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 Ginger Lemon Steamed Cod with Lemon Butter Sauce, Butter Braised Carrots, Wild Rice, and Roasted Cauliflower and Broccoli.
Vege is serving Spicy Grilled Sriracha Tofu Kabobs, Vegetable Fried Rice, Soy Glazed Carrots with Water Chestnuts, and Sesame Roasted Snap Peas.

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Natural & Social Sciences Week

Natural & Social Sciences Week

During this week, Augsburg College will host a range of events and offerings to help students explore majors and careers in the Natural & Social Sciences as part of the Strommen Center's Major/Career Exploration Series. Check out the full list of events planned for this week online: http://www.augsburg.edu/strommen/2015/07/07/53156/

Natural & Social Sciences Week offerings include:

- Careers in Political Science and International Relations: What you can do and how you can get there – Monday, October 5 from Noon to 1:40 p.m. in Marshall Room

- Tabling: Center for Global Education and Experience (Opportunities in Denmark) – Wednesday, Oct. 7 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in Christensen Lobby

- Meeting of the Minds: Meeting with Psychology Professionals – Thursday, Oct. 8 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Augsburg Room (Christensen Center)

- Natural & Social Sciences Alumni Panel Discussion – Friday, Oct. 9 from 1:50-3:00 p.m. in East Commons featuring the following panelists:

Jaime Aguilar, community worker & investigator – Neighborhood Justice Center, Inc. (Psychology Major)

Jennifer Mischke, director of Biostatistics & Data Management- NAMSA (Applied Mathematics & Chemistry Majors)

Karen Richard, president and owner, Boulder Geophysical Services, Inc. (Physics Major)

Kevin Ronneberg MD, vice president & associate medical director, Health Initiatives – Health Partners (Math Major and Psychology Minor)

Edmond (Ed) Smith, environmental health specialist, Anoka County Community Health and Environmental Services (Environmental Studies Major)

Kendra Ware, data quality engineer, Target Corporation (Computer Science Major)

What are the Natural & Social Sciences all about?
At Augsburg, the Natural & Social Sciences includes majors in: Biology, chemistry, computer science, economics, environmental studies, mathematics, physics, political science, psychology, and sociology.

What is the Major/Career Exploration Series?
Career & Internship Services, in partnership with URGO and Alumni Relations, is hosting a five-week pilot program to help students explore majors and careers. Whether you are decided on your major and/or career or still exploring, there is something for you! More than 20 events are being offered, hosted by more than 12 departments and groups, with well over 20 alumni coming back to campus to share their wisdom with students!

The weeks are:
Week of Sept. 21 - Professional Studies Week
Week of Sept. 28 - Fine Arts & Humanities Week
Week of Oct. 5 - Natural & Social Sciences Week
Week of Oct. 12 - Pre-Health Week
Week of Oct. 19 - Undecided & Exploratory Students Week

Learn more about the Major/Career Exploration Series and all the upcoming events here: http://www.augsburg.edu/strommen/career-preparation/fall-majorcareer-exploration-series/

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World Wednesday Tabling: Featuring Denmark

Need a credit in ENL or SOC? Want to study abroad? Why not do both!

Tomorrow: learn about an upcoming summer study abroad program, "Copenhagen Real and Imagined: Literature, Film and the City"

World Wednesday Tabling to feature the faculty members leading this course. Drop by the table tomorrow 11:15-1:15 in Christensen Center to learn more.

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Transit Fair

Stop by the Christensen Center and the Quad on October 6-7 from 11a.m.-1p.m. for the Transit Fair! Information and representatives from Metro Transit, bike share, and car share programs will be available.

Sponsored by the Environmental Stewardship Committee

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One More Day to Sign Up for Blood Drive

There are still some spots available for the fall blood drive on Wednesday 10/7/15 from 10 a.m. 4 p.m. in the East Commons, Christensen Center. Thanks to so many of you who already have gotten a time slot. If you are scheduled to donate or plan to donate please be sure to drink lots of water, eat a good breakfast and lunch and bring a photo ID with you to the East Commons.

Don't forget all donors will receive an awesome t-shirt for donating,too. You can sign up online at www.mbc.org/searchdrives and enter sponsor code 0027 or call the CWC office at 612-330-1707 to schedule an appointment time.

Auggies are awesome especially when they are helping save lives!

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Homecoming Chapel Series: Rev. Deb Stehlin '85

Join us for worship in the chapel as we continue our Homecoming Series "Journeys Home" with alum Rev. Deb Stehlin '85 preaching, Director for Evangelical Mission, Minneapolis Area Synod, ELCA. Musician: Mary Kirchdorfer, harp.

Chapel this week:
Wednesday, 10/7, 10:40 am: Mary Godi '13 preaching, Pre-school Teacher, PICA, Minneapolis. Musician: Mack Wenberg, piano.

Wednesday Night Communion, 10/7, at 9:30pm: Holden Evening Prayer. Babette Chatman '05, Community Collaborative Partner, preaching. Student testimonial: Dave Fier.

Thursday, 10/8, 11:30 am: National Coming Out Day (Observed): Juventino Meza '11 preaching, Community Relations Facilitator, Minneapolis Public Schools. Musicians: Kou Lee and Ray Makeever, flute.

Friday, 10/9, 10:00am: Homecoming Convocation – No Daily Chapel

Saturday, 10/10, 10:00am: Homecoming Worship, Pastor Mike Matson '06, Chaplain to Student Athletes, preaching. Musicians: The Augsburg Choir, Peter Hendrickson '76, Conductor and The Centennial Singers, Paul J. Christensen '59, Director; Hannah Green '14, soprano; Trudi Anderson '77, flute; Lara McLean '91, violin; Merilee Klemp '75, oboe; Laura Sewell, cello; Peter Hendrickson '76, harpsichord.

We gather in Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center – Absolutely everyone is welcome!

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Planting Seeds for an Urban Arboretum-October 14

Are you curious how the Hagfors Center for Science Business and Religion will impact campus green space? Do you have questions or ideas for how Augsburg could maximize our green space in our urban neighborhood? Do you really love trees?

Join us October 14th at 10:40 am for a special chapel service featuring Professor Larry Crockett who will share insights and philosophies related to stewarding green space.

Following chapel, join us from 11am-12pm in Oren Gateway Center Room 100 for a panel with Q&A moderated by Regent Matt Entenza. The panel will feature partners helping in planning Augsburg's campus transformation into an Urban Arboretum. Learn how we will maximize green space to improve experiences for students, faculty, staff, and our neighbors!

Panelists include:
Tom Oslund Principal, Oslund & Associates, Landscape Architect
Dale Pederson '70, Associate Professor, Biology
Ralph Sievert, Director of Forestry & Certified Arborist, Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board

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Hmong Women Together Gather TODAY at 5:30

Today is Hmong Women Together's second gathering. It starts at 5:30 p.m. today at Oren Gateway Center, room 100.

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Anderson Hall 5K Fun Run - October 11

Do you like running or walking? How about Prizes? Both?

Lucky for you, the annual Anderson Hall 5K Fun Run/Walk is happening on Sunday, October 11th beginning at 10 a.m. this year! All participants will get a free reusable water bottle, and we will be having a raffle for participants to win some awesome prizes.

Everyone is welcome, so please sign up in the Anderson Hall Residence Life Office, the Urness/Mortensen Residence Life Office, or our table in Christensen Center TODAY (Tuesday, October 6th) FROM 12-1 p.m.

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Conference Presentation by Becca Freese

Becca Freese, a senior mathematics major, attended the 2015 Math & More Conference on Saturday, October 3 at St. Olaf College. Augsburg mathematics professor Jody Sorensen accompanied her. Becca gave a talk about her summer REU project entitled, "Weigh-in-Motion (WIM) Based Live Load Fragility Analysis for a Steel Bridge using a Structural Health Monitoring System". Wow! Becca's talk was great, and very well received. The conference included keynote speakers talking about the use of mathematics in political science, banking, medical research, and at places like the NSA and Google. Congratulate Becca if you see her!

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Microwave for Sale

GE turntable microwave, 1.0 CF, white, clean, works fine. Dimensions 20" wide, 12" high, 15" deep. Model JES51033WB001, no longer manufactured. $20. Call me at x1297 or e-mail.

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Interested in Eating Local Free-Range Chicken

Attention chicken eaters! If you want to buy a chicken or two, I'd be willing to pick up a batch and keep the birds on campus for you to grab next week. With our powers combined... we could get the discount for purchasing 10+ chickens! Let me know by Wednesday if you're in. Details below:

The Main Street Project wants to introduce you to its chickens! They're raised locally, with no antibiotics or chemicals, fed with non-GMO feed and pasture grasses, free-ranged in a natural environment. Healthy and delicious, and processed this summer.

For the first time in Minneapolis, they are offering frozen, whole and pieced chickens for sale by pre-order to be picked up at the St. Frances Cabrini Church parking lot on Sat, Oct. 10, 10am-1pm.
Whole Frozen Chicken (10 or more): $3.19/lb
Whole Frozen Chicken (less than 10): $3.29/lb
Frozen chicken cut into 8 pieces: $3.69/lb
Chickens average 4lbs; weight confirmation will occur at pickup.
Payment types accepted are cash or check.

The Main Street Farmers are graduates of the "agripreneur" training program at Main Street Project in Northfield, MN, raising their first flocks of free-range poultry on community incubator farms and practicing regenerative agriculture. Most of the farmers are immigrants who share a goal of launching their own farm business, providing a better life for their families and building stronger and healthier communities.

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