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Nominate a Colleague for CTL Awards by Feb. 22

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.

For more information and to submit the online nomination form, go to http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/awards.

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Flipping the Classroom Workshop - Next Wed., Feb. 17

Next Wednesday, Ben Stottrup (Physics) and Annika Moe (U of M, Biology) will demonstrate the e-learning platform Articulate Storyline. Come and join in the discussion on how to build flexible and durable flipped classroom materials and see how it has been implemented into two general education science courses.

Wednesday, February 17
Articulate Storyline: Online Content Delivery, Formative Assessment, and Concept Integration
3:15-4:15 p.m., Marshall Room

Refreshments provided by the Center for Teaching and Learning!

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Writing Lab Hours

It's time! The marvelous writing tutors at the Augsburg Writing Lab are ready to help Augsburg students with any writing task -- papers, reports, applications, personal statements, resumes, etc. The WL is located on the street level of Lindell Library, just left of the circulation desk. No appointments are taken; just come with ideas, drafts (in hard copy), assignments. Last semester, the tutors conducted over 1,000 sessions with Augsburg grad and undergrad students. Here are the hours for spring semester:

Mondays: 11:10-1:40 and 6:30-9:30 PM
Tuesdays: 12:30-3:00; 3:30-6:00; and 7:30-10 PM
Wednesdays: 3:30-6:00 and 6:30-9:00 PM
Thursdays: 12:30-3:00; 3:30-6:00 and 7:30-10:00 PM
Fridays: 4:30-7:00 PM
Sundays: 5:00-8:00 PM

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TODAY - Lunch & Learn About Assessment

Faculty, you are invited today to grab lunch in the Commons (it's on us) and join colleagues in the Augsburg Room to hear an informal presentation on our most recent assessment data from Director of Assessment Kristen Chamberlain.

There's still time to RSVP for lunch! Email kilgorem@augsburg.edu or call x1745 by 11:30 this morning.

ASSESSMENT LUNCH & LEARN
Wednesday, February 10
12 - 1:30 p.m.
Augsburg Room, Christensen Center

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Register Now To Present at Zyzzogeton

Zyzzogeton 2016 Registration Deadline is March 10!

Zyzzogeton, Augsburg's annual student research symposium, will be held on Thursday, April 14, from 3-5 p.m. in Hoversten Chapel.

Students who plan to present their research or creative activity at this poster session will need to register and submit an abstract online at www.augsburg.edu/urgo by March 10 (click maroon box on right side of URGO homepage). Please work closely with your research mentors on your poster.

URGO and McNair will be hosting a Research Poster workshop where you can bring your working draft and receive one-on-one feedback and help on Wednesday, March 23, from 4:30-6 p.m. in SVE 204. We will be providing dinner, so please RSVP to urgo@augsburg.edu if you plan to come.

Questions? Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu or stop by Science Hall 152.

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Faculty - Apply for $$$ and Travel

The Provost's Internationalization Travel Grant awards two travel grants of up to $2,500 to faculty interested in pursuing teaching, research, curriculum development/integration, or other scholarly collaboration with an Augsburg international program or international partner institution.

Apply for this and other CTL awards by visiting http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/grant-applications/

Grant applications are due NEXT MONDAY, February 15.

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Reflections on the River Sem - Next Tues., Feb. 16

Next Tuesday, gather in the warm comfort of OGC 100 and hear Professor Joe Underhill reflect on his experience last fall teaching students on the Mississippi River.

Teaching on the Banks of the Mississippi River: Reflections on the River Semester with Joe Underhill
Tuesday, February 16
3:30-5 p.m., OGC 100

Coffee and tasty themed snacks will be provided. Sponsored by the Center for Teaching and Learning.

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7th Annual CAO Student Leadership Institute

On behalf of Campus Activities and Orientation (CAO) I would like to publicly thank Keisha Barnard, Hannah Bech, David Erickson, Karina Genis, Duina Hernandez, Maya Horton, Vianney Sanchez, Sienna Schuth, Brad St. Aubin (alumni) and Koal Williams for serving as the facilitators for just under 100 Augsburg student leaders this past Saturday at the 7th Annual CAO Student Leadership Institute. Feedback received from Institute participants thus far indicate extremely high praise for their ability engage meaningful dialogue around the Institute's theme of racial equity. Please congratulate these students on a job well done if you see them around campus!

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Terracycle

The Environmental Student Leaders Action Network has introduced Terracycle bins to the Urness bathrooms. The bins will collect Personal care products such as: Toothpaste, toothbrushes, Shower products, deodorant, etc. The floor that collects the most wins a PIZZA PARTY! The competition ends on March 10! There is another Terracycle bin for community use in Christensen.

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Food Service Specials

There is a Made-to-Order Smoothie Bar at lunch and dinner in The Commons today!

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Scholastic Connections Applications Available

ATTENTION UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS OF COLOR:
Scholastic Connections is a scholarship and mentorship program for undergraduate students of color at Augsburg College. Students who are successful in their application process and are selected to participate, receive a $5000 scholarship and are paired with a successful alum of color who serves as mentor for the Scholar.

Five "new" Scholars will be selected for the program for 2016-17

Eligibility criteria:
* GPA of 2.5 or higher
* Demonstrated leadership ability or potential
* Demonstrated community involvement (on or off campus)
* Demonstrated financial need


Students who receive full tuition scholarships (Promise, Act 6, President Scholars) are NOT eligible for SC.

Application Process - Applicants must complete the following:
* Scholastic Connections Application (due 3/1)
* One letter of recommendation from someone other than a family member (due 3/1)
* An application interview with Cindy Peterson (completion deadline 3/15) – instructions to follow receipt of application


APPLICATION DEADLINE IS 3/1.

For more information about the program and access to the application, visit the SC web page at Inside Augsburg, A to Z Directory, Scholastic Connections. http://www.augsburg.edu/connections


ATTENTION FACULTY & STAFF: If you know of a student who could benefit from working with a mentor and receiving scholarship assistance, feel free to nominate the student for SC. Nomination forms are available at the SC web page.

Questions? Contact Cindy Peterson at petersoc@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1754.

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Batalden Convocation and Luncheon

After the Batalden convocation, join us for a warm and delicious lunch with the speaker!
Marshall Room
12:15
Tuesday, February 16
RSVP to events: rsvpevents@augsburg.edu

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Office of Admissions Closing Early on Friday

The Office of Admissions will be closing at 2 p.m. on Friday, February 12, to prepare for Scholarship Weekend.

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2015-2016 Augsburg Leadership Awards

Nominations for the 2015-2016 Augsburg Leadership Awards are now open!

These awards recognize student leaders and student organizations for their innovative and outstanding leadership during this academic year. Recipients will be honored at the 17th Annual Augsburg Leadership Awards on Tuesday, April 5 from 5 - 7 p.m. in Hoversten Chapel.

All students, staff, faculty, alumni, and community members are strongly encouraged to submit nominations; self-nominations are also encouraged. The deadline for nominations is Friday, March 11, by 5 p.m.

To nominate an individual or a student organization, and for more information on the award descriptions and criteria, visit: http://www.augsburg.edu/cao/activities/augsburg-leadership-awards/

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Outstanding Staff Award Nominations Needed

Nominations for the 2016 Augsburg Outstanding Staff Awards are now being accepted through February 12.

The Outstanding Staff Award is intended to recognize exceptional Augsburg staff members who exemplify the mission statement of the College through their actions. Recipients of this award consistently go above and beyond the call of duty by providing exceptional service to others and/or making innovative and outstanding contributions to enhance the objectives of their department or the Augsburg community. There are six awards given out each year.

All Augsburg faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to nominate staff members. More information about the award and process are online at the nomination form link below.

NOMINATION FORM LINK:
https://docs.google.com/a/augsburg.edu/forms/d/1q-BVhab5fTRyHsZLrh-uwa6gPNZFUgazYlRdijN_Vcs/viewform

All nomination materials must be submitted to Jim Matthias (matthias@augsburg.edu) no later than 5 p.m. on Friday, February 12.

All recipients will be announced at the Staff Appreciation Event on Thursday, March 3 from 2:30-4 p.m. in the Hoversten Chapel.

Questions about the process can be directed to staffsenate@augsburg.edu.

Thank you,

2015-16 Staff Senate

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Practice Spanish This Thursday

Mesa de Conversación

Join us to practice Spanish in a relaxed and fun setting! Formally the Spanish Conversation Group, Mesa de Conversación meets on Thursdays from 11:30-1:00 p.m. on the 2nd floor of the Christensen Center in the Riverside Room. Our relaxed and friendly gatherings are a place where you can meet new people, practice your Spanish & learn about culture. All levels are welcome! Come for 10 minutes or for the whole session, whatever works for you. Feel free to bring your lunch. Questions? Contact Kate Reinhardt at reinhard@augsburg.edu , ext. 1081, or Sarah Degnar Riveros, riveross@augburg.edu, ext. 1082.

We hope to see you there!

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Food Service Hours

2/10/16 Wednesday

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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Food Service Menus

2/10/16

The Nabo Special today is a Garden Salad and Breadstick with a 16oz Fountain Soda.

Today is Wing Wednesday at World Flavors!

Market Place is Serving Grilled Quinoa Cakes, Slow Roasted Cajun Turkey Breast, Boiled baby reds with Basil, and Fresh Green Beans with Sea Salt

Vege is Serving Southeast Asian Zucchini Coconut Curry, Quinoa with Lemon and Peas, Marinated Grilled Italian Tofu, and Roasted Garlic Cremini Mushrooms with Thyme & Caramelized Onions.

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Web Wednesday Hangout

The Web Wednesday Hangout, from 3-4 p.m. via Google Hangout, is for any website content manager -- or anyone else at the college -- who wants to discuss website issues. Bring your questions about working with WordPress, HTML, web media integration, or writing and layout for the web.

Join the Hangout or view the full calendar by visiting my website: http://engage.augsburg.edu/mannj/meetings/

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Focused Conversations: Monday, Tuesday

This coming Monday and Tuesday, February 15 and 16, President Paul Pribbenow will facilitate Focused Conversations on the the question of becoming a university. PLEASE NOTE THE UPDATED SCHEDULE FOR THESE SESSIONS. See details and add to your calendar using the links below.

Monday, February 15, 12:30 p.m., Sateren Auditorium
Add to calendar: https://augnet.augsburg.edu/protected/administration/reports/documents/president/allhands2015-16/index.htm?icalmail=fb418d329b202dbbd6c1759f97135770&returnpath=%2Fprotected%2Fadministration%2Freports%2Fdocuments%2Fpresident%2Fallhands2015-16%2Findex.htm%3Fmonth%3D02%26amp%3Bday%3D15%26amp%3Byear%3D2016

Tuesday, February 16, 2 p.m., Marshall Room
Add to calendar: https://augnet.augsburg.edu/protected/administration/reports/documents/president/allhands2015-16/index.htm?icalmail=e2a0e63f80b0f8b80670ca6a7f7598ea&returnpath=%2Fprotected%2Fadministration%2Freports%2Fdocuments%2Fpresident%2Fallhands2015-16%2Findex.htm%3Fmonth%3D02%26amp%3Bday%3D16%26amp%3Byear%3D2016

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Spring All Hands Meeting - TOMORROW

The Spring 2016 All Hands meeting is tomorrow, Thursday, February 11, at 11:30 a.m. in Hoversten Chapel. All members of the campus community are invited to attend. The link for remote access will be posted on the All Hands page the morning of the meeting.

To add the All Hands meeting to your calendar, click the following link: https://augnet.augsburg.edu/protected/administration/reports/documents/president/allhands2015-16/index.htm?icalmail=2791f65a804f3e31bc98d9a0bc312af8&returnpath=%2Fprotected%2Fadministration%2Freports%2Fdocuments%2Fpresident%2Fallhands2015-16%2Findex.htm%3Fmonth%3D02%26amp%3Bday%3D11%26amp%3Byear%3D2016

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Happening At The Common Table

[HAPPENING THIS WEEK]

THIS THURSDAY, February 11, from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
"Interfaith @ The Common Table"

Join us for a discussion of the relationship between religion and wealth/poverty. What do religious communities, scriptures and leaders have to say about economic injustice? What role do they play in perpetuating it or changing it? What are Liberation Theologies?

Contact us if you'd like to help shape the discussion or have content to add!


[COMING SOON]

NEXT THURSDAY February 18, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Local Leaders Strengthening Communities Panel Series…
"The Criminalization of Dissent: Not Bad Meaning Bad, But Bad Meaning Good"

Dissent is an offense to existing systems of power and it does not go unpunished. What role does the state play in criminalizing dissenting voices, identities, and bodies and how do targeted communities respond?

Join us for this panel discussion featuring campus and community organizers, navigating power structures that criminalize their efforts to build a better world.

NEXT THURSDAY February 18th, 8-10pm.
"West Bank Open Mic"

Next week, in honor of Valentine's Day, we'll be exploring love of community and love of self. We are excited to welcome featured artist: Ifrah Mansour.


[WEEKLY SCHEDULE - YOU'RE INVITED]

See website: http://www.augsburg.edu/commontable/events/ Hope to see you soon!

The Common Table (2001 Riverside Ave. S, Below Trinity offices, across from Afro Deli)

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ELCA Summer Camp Job Fair - 2/16

February 16
4-6:30 p.m.
East Commons, Christensen Center

Looking for a paid summer job? Want to gain leadership skills? Enjoy working with youth? Come to the ELCA Summer Camp Job Fair to visit with camp representatives from across the United States. Interview on the spot!

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Student Meet and Greet with Lakota Medical Doctor

Lindell Library 301
3:10 to 4:30 p.m.
Open house style - come when you can, stay as long as you can
Coffee and cookies!

Students of any major are welcome!

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MN Private College Job & Internship Fair - 2/17

ONLY TWO DAYS LEFT to register before the fee goes up to $30! (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, go to http://www.augsburg.edu/strommen/calendar/mnpcfair/ . 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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Save The Date: Zyzzogeton April 14, 3-5pm

Zyzzogeton Research Symposium
Thursday, April 14th
3-5 p.m. @ Hoversten Chapel

Each year, Augsburg College celebrates the creativity and scholarship of undergraduate students with its annual Zyzzogeton Research Symposium. The event falls at the end of each academic year and is a culmination of achievement featuring work across departments. Over 80 students participate each year, showcasing their research. A "zyzzogeton" is a green leaf-hopper as well as the last word in the Webster Collegiate Dictionary, which is a fitting symbol to mark the end of the academic year. The public is welcome, so feel free to invite family, friends, and those from the community to this exciting event!

And there will be crowd favorites nachos and Italian sodas to boot!

Hosted by URGO, McNair, and STEM Programs

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Gilman StudyAbroad Scholarship Workshops 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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Ash Wednesday Service in the Chapel at 10:40am

Join us for Ash Wednesday Worship in the chapel with Imposition of Ashes at 10:40am. Pastor Sonja Hagander, College Pastor & Director of Ministries, preaching. Musicians: Briana Ekstrom, vocalist, and Brady Geary, pianist.

Chapel this week:
Thursday, 2/11, 11:30am: No Daily Chapel - All Hands Meeting

Friday, 2/12, 10:40am: Leif Anderson, Vice President & Chief Information Officer, preaching. Musician: Abby Salmonson, oboe. Followed by C3.

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

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Off-Campus Studies Fair - 2/12 in CC

Join us for the Off Campus Studies Fair
Friday, February 12
10:30 to 2:30 in Christensen

Fair Details: http://bit.ly/1KUhseF
Auggies can choose from over 300 programs in 90 countries, including the USA. Earn credit for your major, minor, or your generals, and have an off-campus adventure! Visit the fair to enter a drawing to win gift cards, tech, and other great prizes!

Where will you go? studyabroad.augsburg.edu

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LinkedIn Hands-On Workshop - Thursday, February 25

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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Mark Tranvik Presents at Recent Events

Mark Tranvik of the Religion department and Christensen Center for Vocation spoke at the Lay School of Theology for the Eastern North Dakota Synod in Fargo on Saturday, February 6. His topic was "The Freeing Word in the Lutheran Confessions."

Also, on February 1, Mark Tranvik presented a workshop at Luther Seminary's mid-winter Convocation. Tranvik's topic was "Making the High Places Low: Luther's Theology of Vocation."

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Silent Auction

Do you have any nice items in your home or office that you no longer want or need? The Sisterhood Boutique (run by neighborhood youth) would love those items for their Silent Auction to take place later this month. Perhaps you have jewelry, tools, dish ware, paintings, or other items that could be auctioned?

I am willing to come to your office and pick up items, or they could be dropped off at my office in the Sabo Center in the lower level of Anderson Hall.

Also, the Sisterhood is trying to get 100 scarves for their 2nd anniversary. Do you have any extra scarves of any kind to contribute? They don't have to be new.

Many thanks,
Mary Laurel

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Girl Scout Cookies

My niece, Josie, is selling Girl Scout cookies for the very first time!

If you'd like to purchase cookies, I have an order form down in my office in Memorial 12, in the Social Work Department! Josie will also be on campus tabling in the Christiansen Center from 10 AM - 1PM on Thursday, February 11th! To ensure you get your favorites, I suggest ordering ahead.

Cookie varieties available for $4/box:
Thin Mints (V), Cranberry Citrus Crisps, Peanut Butter Sandwich (Do Si Dos), Shortbread (Trefoils), Peanut Butter Patties (Tag Alongs) (V), Thanks A Lots (V), Caramel deLites and Lemonades (V)

Cookies available for $5/box:
Trios (GF)

Also, if you can't eat them, their troop is donating cookies to the St. Paul Fire Department, Children and Family Services (a domestic abuse resource center for families with children) and Operation Cookie Drop, where cookies are sent to military troops overseas.

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