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THURSDAY: Michael Lansing's Call to Scholarship

This Thursday, join the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) and the Christensen Center for Vocation (CCV) for a time of reflection, recognition, and celebration of professor Michael Lansing's call to scholarship.

The Associate Professor of History will showcase his new book, "Insurgent Democracy: The Nonpartisan League in North American Politics," and share his ideas on what it means to be a teacher-scholar-citizen.

The title of Michael's talk is "Insurgent Democracy: New Visions of the Nonpartisan League."

Thursday, January 28
4-5:30pm in OGC 100

There will be refreshments before and a book signing after! All are welcome.

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Fast Approaching: URGO Phase 1 Deadline is Feb. 2

The 2016 URGO Summer Research information packet and application materials are now available at the URGO website (www.augsburg.edu/urgo)! Students can apply to conduct 100, 200, or 400 hours of paid research over the summer under the mentorship of a faculty member.

Phase 1 of the application will be due February 2. Phase 2, which includes a detailed description of the proposed research, will be due February 23.

Sample research proposals can be found on URGO's public folder, and you can check out videos of previous student projects at www.augsburg.edu/urgo/research/videos

If you have questions regarding summer research or the application process, please contact urgo@augsburg.edu or ext. 1446.

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Free MOOC on Accessibility

Free MOOC on Accessibility: Designing and Teaching Courses for All Learners

The Accessibility at Augsburg Committee invites the Augsburg Community to sign up for this interesting MOOC (Massive Open Online Course) that is open to anyone, anywhere. It begins February 22nd. This MOOC will provide a great review or a great introduction to the Section 508 accessibility standards that apply to higher education. It also provides an opportunity to experience one of the latest trends in higher education – MOOCs!

Please see the description below for more information.

Accessibility: Designing and Teaching Courses for All Learners is a free 6-week professional development course available that will help you gain a better understanding of accessibility as a civil rights issue and develop the knowledge and skills you need to design learning experiences that promote inclusive learning environments.

During this six-week course, you'll learn how to:

-Recognize and address challenges faced by students with disabilities related to access, success, and completion.
-Articulate faculty and staff roles in reducing barriers for students with disabilities.
-Apply the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in designing accessible learning experiences.
-Analyze the benefits of Backward Design when developing learning experiences.
-Use Section 508 standards and WCAG 2.0 guidelines to create accessible courses.
-Determine which tools and techniques are appropriate based on course content.

You will have the opportunity to earn badges that recognize your mastery of these competencies.

Audience: Anyone may enroll and participate in the MOOC. It has been designed for faculty and staff in higher education at any type or level of institution.

Why take the Access MOOC? Watch this short video <https://youtu.be/mxmaKKCn1vo> to find out!
(Audio described version<https://youtu.be/rJwf2KbTMBg>)

Access MOOC begins on February 22nd

Next steps:
1. Register at Canvas Network<http://bit.ly/AccessMOOC>
2. Share and follow the conversation on Twitter using #AccessMOOC
3. Follow our Access MOOC Facebook Page <https://www.facebook.com/accessmooc/>

The course is a collaborative effort of faculty and staff from SUNY Empire State College and SUNY Buffalo State College, funded by a SUNY Innovative Instruction Technology Grant.

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CTL Grants Applications Due Feb 15

Applications for the Scholarship Grant, Integrated Course Design (ICD) Grant, and Provost's Internationalization Travel Grant are now available.

See the CTL Grants webpage to read detailed grant descriptions and calls for proposals.

http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/grant-applications

Applications are due three weeks from today on February 15!

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Study in Europe This Summer - Deadline SOON

Would you like to travel AND get credit this summer? Check out two great opportunities to study in Europe this summer. Application deadlines are coming up on January 30.

DENMARK: Copenhagen Real and Imagined, Literature, Film and the City
More information about this program: https://studyabroad.augsburg.edu/?go=Denmark2016

GERMANY: International Business in Karlsruhe
More info about this program: https://studyabroad.augsburg.edu/?go=KarlsruheBusiness

Questions? Contact Maren, stoddard@augsburg.edu
For info on study abroad: http://studyabroad.augsburg.edu/

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Students: Apply for 10-Day Fellowship in Israel

The MINNE (Minne means "memory" in Norwegian) Fellows program will select one Augsburg student for a free 10-day fellowship in Israel from May 2-13, 2016. The goal of the program is to foster greater understanding between people and to educate college students about the Holocaust. The Minneapolis Jewish Federation and the Jewish Community Relations Council of Minnesota and the Dakotas (JCRC) will arrange for fellows to tour Israel with Israeli peers. The visit to Israel will include a tour of Yad Vashem, Israel's national Holocaust museum, additional Holocaust educational programming as well as touring the sites of Israel.

The Minneapolis Jewish Federation and the Jewish Community Relations Council of Minnesota and the Dakotas (JCRC) will arrange for fellows to tour Israel with Israeli peers.

MINNE covers flight and land costs as well as granting students a $50/day per diem provided while the student is in Israel.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens and registered for full time classes at Augsburg with at least one year left on campus. Students must be sophomores or above with a 3.0+ GPA.

Applications are due March 1st and can be found at: http://jewishminneapolis.org/minne/.

If you are interested in applying or have any questions about the program, please contact urgo@augsburg.edu.

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Register for WISE Conference by Jan 27

The 2016 WISE Conference (Workshop on Intercultural Skills Enhancement), held at Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina on February 3-5, 2016, is four-day professional development institute focused on helping faculty leaders, program coordinators, and other faculty and staff develop the knowledge and skills they need in order to help study abroad students develop intercultural skills and awareness.

Registration closes on WEDNESDAY, January 27. Visit http://global.wfu.edu/wise/ to read workshop descriptions and to register. Augsburg faculty can apply for a travel grant on the CTL Grants page: http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/grant-applications/

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Inclusive Faculty Reading for Feb 10 Discussion

The next "Striving for an Inclusive Faculty" event is drawing near! On February 10, faculty and staff are invited to discuss "A Talk to Teachers" by James Baldwin. Please RSVP to ctl@augsburg.edu to receive a copy of the new reading.

Striving for an Inclusive Faculty: Discussing James Baldwin's "A Talk to Teachers"
Wednesday, February 10
9:30-11:00am, Marshall Room

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Call for Nominations: CTL Faculty and Staff Awards

The Office of Academic Affairs and the Center for Teaching and Learning invite your nominations for the 2016 awards for Distinguished Contributions to Teaching and Learning.

Augsburg annually recognizes individuals or groups that have made exemplary contributions to creating an engaging academic learning environment through awards for TEACHING, SCHOLARSHIP, or SERVICE.

All full-time faculty or staff who have been employed at the college for at least three years are eligible for the awards.

For more information and to submit nominations, go to http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/awards.

Nominations will be accepted through February 22.

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Food Service Hours

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, with Hot Food starting at 10:00am.

The Commons is open from 7:30am-7:00pm.

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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.

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Food Service Menus

The Nabo Special is a Chef Salad with Breadstick and 16 oz. fountain soda.

World Flavors is Serving Mini Burgers!

Market Place is serving Baked Jojo Potatoes, Parsley Cauliflower, Pulled BBQ Chicken Sandwich, and Oven Roasted Green Beans.

Vege is serving Vegan Three Bean Chili, Herb Roasted Red Potatoes, Cilantro Lime Rice, and Peas & Carrots with Herbs.

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Gilman Study Abroad Scholarship Workshops: 2/12 & 18

Gilman Study Abroad Scholarship Workshops in 2/12 & 2/18

Learn how to win $3,000-$8,000 for studying abroad through the Gilman Scholarship*.

http://www.iie.org/en/Programs/Gilman-Scholarship-Program

Application Deadline for Summer and Fall: March 1, 2016

Attend one of the following workshops

Workshop A
Friday, February 12
3:30-4:30
Lower Level, Christensen Center, Suite 2


Workshop B
Thursday, February 18
2:00-3:00 pm
Lower Level, Christensen Center, Suite 2


*Eligibility: Pell Grant Recipient, US Citizen (by time of travel), program length 4+ weeks, You may not apply for a Gilman Scholarship if you wish to study in Cuba or in a country that is currently under a U.S. Department of State Travel Warning.

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LinkedIn Hands-On Workshop Tomorrow

LinkedIn Hands-On Workshop – Tuesday, January 26th or Thursday, February 25th

3:45-4:45 p.m.
Sverdrup Hall 201

Interested in learning how to create a professional online presence? Curious about how you can use social media to expand your network, explore career fields, and locate job opportunities? Attend this hands-on, lab based workshop to learn and apply techniques for using LinkedIn, the most popular online professional networking service.

Topics will include:
-Building an effective student profile and professional online presence
-Exploring career fields by connecting with alumni
-Researching companies and connecting with recruiters
-Networking and building connections in your field

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Daily Chapel @ 10:40am: Ann Garvey, VP

Join us in the chapel today at 10:40am! We begin our series, "We Believe We are Called to Serve Our Neighbor," with Ann Garvey, V.P. of Student Affairs, preaching. Musician: Rachel Svanoe, vocalist.

Series Continues:
Tuesday, 1/26, 11:30am: Beth Reissenweber, V.P. of Finance and Administration and C.F.O., preaching
Wednesday, 1/27, 10:40am: Amy Gort, Dean of Arts and Sciences, preaching; musician: Nadia Sandstrom, vocalist
Thursday, 1/28, 11:30am: Jami Kadolph '16, Senior Chapel
Friday, 1/29, 10:40am: Dr. Paul C. Pribbenow, President of Augsburg College, preaching

We gather in Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center - Everyone is welcome!

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MN Private College Job & Internship Fair

MN Private College Job & Internship Fair - Register NOW! (Deadline: 2/12/16)

Are you a sophomore, junior, or senior? Attend the MN Private College Job & Internship Fair on Wednesday February 17th, 2016. Meet with employers from business, non-profit, government, science, and other sectors to pass out resumes, gather information, network, and arrange interviews. To register, click here. Pre-registration and a $10 fee is REQUIRED – no on-site registration!

Also, get your FREE professional LinkedIn Profile Picture taken at the fair!

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Resume Builder

Augsburg Business Organization will be hosting a Resume Building event for students to help strengthen their resume as they search for internships and jobs. ALL MAJORS ARE WELCOME. February 1st, 4:30-6PM in Sverdrup 204. Please RSVP to steagall@augsburg.edu

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Auggies Connect with Employers- This Thursday

Auggies Connect with Employers – Thursday, January 28th

3:00-5:00 p.m. (come and stay for as long as you would like)
Strommen Center, Suite 100, Christensen Center

Have you thought about doing an internship while in college or what career you will have after Augsburg? Stop by for an informal meet and greet with representatives from CBRE, CIGNA Health Insurance, Amerprise, US Bank and Fairview Health Services. Ask questions on your job or internship search and/or have your resume critiqued. All are welcome.

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Auggie Networking Event – February 9th

The Augsburg Alumni Board and the Young Alumni Council invite students to attend a networking event for alumni and current Augsburg students on Tuesday, February 9th from 5:30-8:00 p.m. in the Hoversten Foss Chapel. Students will have an opportunity to meet with Augsburg alumni from a variety of professions while learning about tools to help stay connected. To register go to the www.augsburg.edu/strommen.

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