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Fitness Center Christmas Break Hours
The Fitness Centers will have reduced hours over Christmas Break.
12/19/15: 8am - 6pm
12/20/15: Noon - 7pm
12/21/15 - 12/23/15: 6am - 7pm
12/24/15 - 12/27/15: Closed
12/28/15 - 12/31/15: 6am - 7pm
1/1/16: Closed
1/2/16: Regular Hours Resume: 8am - 6pm
December's Calendar and the weekly schedule can be found by entering this bitly: bit.ly/rbdAQ5 into your web browser.
Teaching and Learning
*New* Faculty Course Archive Block
Do you know the new, easier way to migrate your Moodle course content from previous years? It's a new block available in Moodle called "Faculty Course Archive." Learn how to cut your course migration time in half at http://go.augsburg.edu/courserestor
And for more tips and Moodle help, visit the Faculty Moodle Resource site at
http://go.augsburg.edu/fmr
Last Chance to Visit the WL This Semester
It's been a busy fall semester in the Augsburg Writing Lab with tutors conducting almost 1,000 sessions. You have ONE more chance this term to get help finishing, revising, and polishing any writing assignments. The lab's last session for fall semester is Wednesday evening until the lab closes at 9 PM.
The lab will reopen for spring semester on Tuesday, January 19. These are the hours for Wednesday before break:
Wednesday: 3:30-6:00 and 6:30-9:00 PM
Moodle Help Available
Need some help organizing your Moodle gradebook or prepping your Moodle courses for Spring Semester? Bring your questions and concerns Wednesday (12/16) between 12:00 and 1:30 to Sverdrup 102 and let a member of the E-Learning team assist you.
Paid Internships in China
Augsburg graduates and graduating seniors (May 2016) are invited to apply for a one-academic year Internship at UIC. Applications for the Intern position must be completed and submitted to UIC's International Development Office no later than the 14th of February 2016.
More info and application form: http://bit.ly/1PgIO38
Requirements for the Application include:
1. Successful completion of a Bachelor's degree in any relevant programme.
2. A full transcript of academic work completed with a minimum overall GPA of 3.0.
3. Two letters of recommendation from academic staff supporting the application.
4. A full personal resume including an expression of interest in a position in a specific programme which is offered as a major at UIC. The applicant should articulate the skills and experience he/she would bring to this specific area of the UIC academic programme. General Education is also a viable academic area in which to pursue an Intern position. See the following website for more information on the academic curriculum at UIC: http://uic.edu.hk/en/
5. Additional information of activities, working experiences, travel and special strengths including computer/technology skills which are important in assuming the role of an Intern.
6. Agreement to enroll in a specially designed "Chinese Language, Culture, History and Development Programme"(see Compensation for the Intern Position at UIC below for details) offered by the Centre for Chinese Language and Culture (CLC) at UIC during their year of residence at UIC.
7. An interview conducted by the Director of International Education at the home institution in which the applicant is enrolled. It is the applicant's responsibility to schedule this interview with the Director of International Education at his/her home institution.
Compensation for the Intern position at UIC:
1. A monthly housing allowance (RMB1000, for example, for shared apartments at Horizon Cove) will be granted; health insurance; and a round-trip economy air ticket from home country to China of up to RMB11, 000 on a reimbursement basis (the China-home country ticket is given upon successful completion of contract) and ferry or bus fare from airport of arrival to Zhuhai;
2. A monthly stipend of RMB 6000 ($950 US) is paid from assumption of duties in August/September to the end of June. During this period Interns are involved in assigned duties and organizing activities (see requirements and responsibilities of Interns below).
3. A "Chinese Language, Culture, History and Development Programme" consisting of (a) two Chinese language classes of 3 hours weekly in both semesters; (b) lectures/seminars on Chinese culture, history and development at fortnightly intervals, 2 to 3 hours each, 3 to 4 times per semester; and (c) 2-4 visits to historical sites and museums in nearby locations to appreciate the great depth of Chinese history and culture.
Promote Well-Being on Campus -- Jan. 7 -- RSVP
Workshop: Integrating Health and Wellness Across the Curriculum
Thursday, January 7, 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 pm
Kennedy 303/305
RSVP for lunch to Mara Kilgore
Featuring Katherine Lust,Director of Research, Boynten Health Service, U of MN
This workshop will introduce data on Augsburg students' mental health, share current policies and best practices for supporting students, and - importantly -- focus on ideas for developing course content to teach the many dimensions of well-being. Your colleagues will share examples of how they incorporate wellness into Music, Social Work, Physical Education, History and other courses.
Sponsored by an AACU "Bringing Theory to Practice" Well-Being Grant, this seminar is designed to advance our work on Student Learning Outcome #4: As Thoughtful Stewards … students are learning to identify the broad foundations for sustainable living and apply them in demonstrable ways (Health and Wellness / Sustainability).
Faculty, Do You Need More Time for Research?
If so, you will find a surprise in the CTL Scholarship Grant call for proposals. For more, please visit http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/grant-applications/ to learn about all grants offered through CTL (Due 2-15-2016).
General Announcements
Deadline in 4 Days
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
Year End Pay Stub Review
Year End Pay Stub Review - For all 2015 faculty, staff and student workers.
*** Please Note that the December 25, 2015 Pay Date falls on a Federal Holiday, deposits will be made into accounts on Thursday, December 24, 2015.
In preparation for year-end 2015, we ask each employee to review the items below and contact us with any changes or updates to your personal information that we have on file.
1) Verify the Name and Social Security Number on your pay stub.
In order for the Social Security Administration to properly post your earnings, the name on your pay stub must match the name on your social security card. If your name has changed legally (marriage, divorce, etc.) and it does not match your pay stub, please submit a copy of a social security card displaying the correct name to Human Resources to update your employment record.
To help protect your identity, your social security number (SSN) is not normally printed on your pay stub. We are including it on the 12/24/15 pay stub so the SSN may be verified. Please take a look at your pay stub and verify that the correct SSN is listed. If the Social Security Number on your pay stub is incorrect, please notify HR/Payroll immediately.
2) Verify the address on your pay stub
W-2 forms will be available online by January 31, 2016, however we do request that you review the address listed on your pay stub to ensure we have your correct address on file. If address corrections are needed, an Address and Name Change Form can be found on the HR Moodle. Complete the form and return it to the Human Resources office in Memorial Hall, Rm 19. If you need any further assistance regarding your change of address please call the HR office at ext. 1058.
3) Check your tax withholdings
The tax withholdings you are currently claiming are printed on the bottom left section of your pay stub. If you wish to change your tax withholdings, please complete a new federal W-4 form; which are available from the Payroll department or may be printed from the Payroll page in the A to Z Directory.
Open Position in Human Resources
Human Resources has an open position for an HR Specialist. This position is being posted internally only and can be accessed through Inside Augsburg under On-Campus Student Jobs. Select Staff under the Industry/Function box to access the posting. The posting will remain active for 7 calendar days.
Vote For Your Favorite Study Abroad Photo
Did you know that Augsburg operates three global campuses abroad? Now is your chance to view those campuses by voting for your favorite photo in our contest at CGEE's Facebook page!
Head over to the contest photo album to vote for your favorite student photos from our global campuses in Southern Africa, Mexico, and Central America. Two Auggies are among those that submitted photos, along with students from Duke University, Siena College, University of Vermont, and the Norwegian Teacher Academy in Bergen, Norway!
View & like photos at the album here: http://on.fb.me/1lN5WvK
#AuggiesGoAbroad
Food Service Hours
12/16/15
Einstein's is open from 7:30am-9:00pm, with the Late Night Menu starting at 7:00pm.
Nabo is open from 7:30am-8:00pm.
The Commons is open from 7:30am-7:00pm.
On Thursday December 17th, Einstein's will be closing at 1:30pm. On Friday December 18th all Food Service Locations will be closing at 1:30pm.
Over break Einstein's will be open Monday-Friday from 7:30am-1:30pm with a condensed menu. Einstein's will be closed on December 25th and January 1st.
Nabo and the Commons will be closed from December 19th through January 10th. The Commons will reopen for Dinner on January 10th.
Food Service Menus
12/16/15
The Nabo Special today is Loaded French Fries.
Market Place is Serving Chicken a la Orange, Grilled Quinoa Cakes, Braised Carrots with Thyme, and Boiled Baby Reds with Basil
Vege is Serving Brussels Sprouts with Sweet and Spicy Mustard, Roasted Cauliflower with Raisins, Brown Rice and Mushrooms, Broccoli with garlic white wine sauce
World Flavors is Serving Grilled Cheese Today!
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Admissions Christmas & Holiday Open House
Come join the Undergraduate and Graduate Admissions department celebrate the holiday season!
On Thursday, December 17th from 11:30-1:30pm, we will be hosting an open house Christmas and Holiday Celebration with tons of food and treats!
We welcome everyone to party during this time and we also wish everyone a safe and happy holidays!
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