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Two Weeks Left to Use the Writing Lab This Term

As the end of the term approaches, remember that you can receive help on any writing task if you stop by the Writing Lab (street level of Lindell Library, left of the circulation desk). Here are the hours through Wednesday (April 27) of finals week:

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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New Summer Course: Food - A Global History

Learn world history by studying food!

Take HIS 195 / HIS 440 -- Food: A Global History this summer.

Food is at the center of human existence, and human history can be told as a story of how food has been produced, distributed and consumed. Taking a broad approach, the course traces changes in taste, production, trade and consumption, from the Paleolithic period to the early twentieth century. With case studies drawn from China, South Asia, Europe, and the Americas, it offers a global narrative of world food history. Students will learn about the fascinating histories of certain key foodstuffs (e.g. sugar, wheat, chocolate, potatoes, bugs, etc.) and examine a number of critical themes, including consumerism, famine, dieting, and food crises. Students will plant an organic garden, cook a Medieval meal, analyze Early American cookbooks, and trace the historical origins of a modern meal.

The course meets on the hybrid summer schedule (two meetings a month, with online sessions in between): May 10, 24, June 7, 21, July 12, 26, and August 9. Email Jacqui deVries <devries@augsburg.edu> for more information or a syllabus.

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Are You Interested in Faculty Development?

The Center for Teaching and Learning is looking for a faculty member to serve as a CTL Fellow. We currently have one opening for a two-year term beginning in the fall. CTL Faculty Fellows assist the CTL Director in designing and organizing programs with the goal of enhancing teaching and learning at Augsburg. Nominations, both self and of your peers, should be sent to ctl@augsburg.edu by April 15.

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TODAY - Brown Bag on Experiential Education

Brown bag discussion with Professor Evren Guler of the Psychology Department on her experience with incorporating a service-learning experience into her Adolescent Psychology course.

Wednesday, April 13
11:30am
OGC Room 100

Refreshments provided.
Sponsored by the Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship.

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Faculty/Staff Seminar Trip to Germany - Apply Now

In celebration of the 500th anniversary of the Lutheran Reformation, Augsburg College faculty and staff are invited to apply for a seminar trip to Germany from May 8-19, 2017. The trip will be led by Dr. Russell Kleckley and Dr. Mark Tranvik of the Religion Department. We will visit Berlin, Wittenberg, Leipzig, and end our trip in Prague. The focus will be on how vocation has been understood in the Lutheran tradition and how it still informs the life and work of the college today. All are welcome...you don't have to be Lutheran to come!

Seminar participants will be asked to pay $500. For faculty, an additional $500 can be available from CTL funds. Staff should speak with their supervisors about equivalent financial support from the College.

Those interested should submit a brief statement describing their interest in the seminar and the anticipated benefits for both the individual and the College. About two paragraphs should be fine. This should be sent to Mark Tranvik (tranvik@augsburg.edu) or Russell Kleckley (kleckley@augsburg.edu) by no later than May 2. Profs. Tranvik and Kleckley will also take your questions or concerns.

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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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Study Break? Dinner? Service-hours? Join us

As students get busy the next couple weeks, our Campus Kitchen meal shifts need some extra help! Shifts are 1.5-2 hours, which meas it's a perfect study or work break! Plus, you get to meet neighbors while enjoying a meal together. And students, staff, and faculty can all count your time as community service/service-learning hours if you need to! So many perks!

Check out the empty shifts here and grab your spot! https://www.volunteerspot.com/Group/876593798026/

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New Copy/Print Online Order Site

We are excited to announce the roll out of our new copy and print order site! It is streamlined - fewer screens and fewer clicks. Click to the new site from Inside Augsburg>Administrative Tasks>Copy Request, or from the A-Z directory>Central Services>On-line Ordering>Copy Request.

Upon your first login you will be required to create an account. After creating your account you will be asked to login and you can then select automatic sign-on and your credentials will be saved to that computer. As a reminder, the envelopes tab is only for generic Augsburg envelopes. Place custom orders on the envelopes ordering site, also found under Central Services>on-line ordering. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to call x1054.

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Thrift Store Adventure With MLT

Students, staff and faculty,

Ever wanted to go to a nearby thrift store (or 2) and find unbelievable deals on clothing, shoes, furniture and more...while reducing, reusing and recycling?
Come with Mary Laurel True and check out Savers....
Next Wednesday, April 20th
3:00pm-5:30pm
Meet in the Christensen Center lobby.

We will be taking the LRT, so wear comfortable shoes.
I have a 30% off coupon for everyone!

For more information or to RSVP, please contact Mary Laurel at truem@augsburg.edu

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Renew Your FAFSA by May 1

It's that time again! The FAFSA application for the 2016-2017 year is now available for students returning to Augsburg for the 2016-2017 academic year. The FAFSA is the application required to determine your eligibility for access to financial aid during your time at Augsburg, and must be renewed every year.

May 1st is the deadline to apply for financial aid at Augsburg. All Day College students must submit their application by this date or risk losing some of the aid that may be available to you.

File your taxes early to ensure that you can use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool when completing your FAFSA this year. This function pre-populates your tax information into the application, which reduces your chances of being selected for verification later on. The IRS Data Retrieval Tool is available for use on the FAFSA 2-3 weeks after electronically filing your taxes, and 6-8 weeks after filing paper taxes.

If you'd like some help filling out your FAFSA, feel free to attend one of the following FAFSA workshops!
- Thursday, April 14; 12:30-1:30 p.m. in SVE 201
- Tuesday, April 19; 4:00-5:00 p.m. in SVE 201

Questions? Stop by the Enrollment Center and speak with any of our Student Financial Services Counselors or call us at 612-330-1046.

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Congratulations Scott Washburn

Please join me in congratulating Scott Washburn, Assistant Director of the Steps program, on his successful defense of his dissertation; Trajectories, Transformations, and Transitions:A Phenomenological Study of College Students in Recovery Finding Success. Scott will be awarded his Ed.D. from Saint Thomas in May.

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A Stray - Tickets Available for Sunday

Film "A Stray" made here in Cedar Riverside will be shown at the MN International Film Festival this Friday evening and Sunday afternoon at St. Anthony Main Theatre.

The film received great reviews at SXSW Film Festival. An Augsburg alum and a current student worked on the movie with NY based film maker, Musa Syeed.

Don't miss it!

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Invitation to Participate in Relaxation Study

Are you currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student? If so, you are invited to participate in a study on the effectiveness of various relaxation methods in college students. My name is Elizabeth Whalen, and I am an undergraduate music therapy student at Augsburg College. If you participate in the study, you will be asked to receive three relaxation sessions. Each session will last a half hour, with additional time before and after the session to collect information about your mood, stress level, pain level, pulse, and breathing rate. Research will take place in the music building on the Augsburg College campus during May, June, and July. If you are interested, please contact me at whalene@augsburg.edu. Thank you!

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Food Service Outstanding Employee of the Week

Diamond Collier is this week's Outstanding Employee of the Week for demonstrating the A'viands Core Values of Growth and Teamwork. Great Job Diamond!

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Staff: Please Sign-up - Performance Review Training

This one hour training session covers how to use the new online system and provides guidance on writing effective performance goals. This year staff will be asked to complete a self-appraisal and set goals, so this training isn't to be missed!

Training sessions are being offered throughout the month of April. Please register now by following this link: https://moodle.augsburg.edu/moodlecommunity/login/index.php

If you have questions, please contact Lisa Stock at stock@augsburg.edu or Dawn Miller at millerd1@augsburg.edu.

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No Spanish Conversation on Thursday

Due to the change in schedule on Thurs., 4/14, Mesa de Conversación is canceled. Please join us next week for the last meeting of the semester!

Questions? Contact Kate Reinhardt or Sarah Degnar Riveros.

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Augsburg Total Wellness - April Food Drive

For this month's wellness activity, we're going to focus on feeling good, by doing good. We will be collecting food items for Augsburg College's Campus Cupboard, which provides free food to students throughout the year.

Donations will be accepted in Human Resources until Friday--2 days left to help us do good!

Items that the Cupboard is in need of (and what our students would like to see more of) include:
grains (e.g., cereal, rice, etc)
canned tuna
canned soup (not just canned broth)
canned vegetables and beans
non-dairy granola bars
chicken Alfredo sauce
tomato paste
pancake mix and waffle mix
snacks like Cheez-Its and crackers
The Campus Cupboard will accept a variety of other non-perishable food items, which makes it even easier for us to help our students as they head into final examinations and summer!

Thank you in advance for your generosity and participation.

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Help Needed at Commencement

Are you excited to celebrate our graduating seniors in our Undergrad Day, Adult Day and Graduate Programs, but are not taking part in Commencement? Here’s your chance. All hands are needed to help staff Commencement to assist with student Check in/Line up & ushering and ticket taking at the ceremonies to ensure the continued success and smooth flow of the events.

Ushering/Ticket Taking:
-Undergraduate Graduation: Saturday, April 30 from 8:00-11:30 a.m.
-Adult Day/Graduate Studies Graduation: Saturday, April 30 from 2:00-5:30 p.m. (Need most help here)

Student Check-In & Line Up
-Undergraduate Graduation: Saturday, April 30 from 8:15-10:00 a.m.

Please sign up today by contacting Katie Radford at radford@augsburg.edu .

We need all hands on deck so sign up and spread the word! Thanks!

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Get Paid To Do An Internship - Apply Today

Wouldn't it be GREAT if you could get paid to do an internship?

You may be able to do just that because of a grant awarded to Augsburg College. The Career Ready Internship grant from Great Lakes Higher Education Guaranty Corporation provides funds to colleges and universities so that they can partner with businesses and nonprofits to develop new paid internships, and convert existing unpaid internships into paid opportunities. This program serves juniors and seniors who receive financial aid, improving their odds of graduating and preparing them to enter the workforce with real-world experience in their fields of study.

To be eligible:

* Students must be in good academic standing (2.5+ GPA)
* Students must be a college junior or senior (60 credits completed) at the time of the internship
* Students must be eligible for financial aid (work study)
* The internship must be related to your major or career aspirations
* Accepting applications NOW for Fall 2016 and Spring 2017.

Act now! Priority consideration is given to students who complete the short Augsburg application, so we recommend you complete it soon.

To learn more about the grant, visit the Strommen website at augsburg.edu/strommen Eligibility and application instructions are included on the website.

Questions? Please contact tilton@augsburg.edu or call 612-330-1148

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Food Service Menus

The Nabo Special Today is Bacon Grilled Cheese on Wheat with Cheddar. Served with Chips and a 16oz Fountain Soda.

There is a Macaroni Pasta Bar at Lunch and Dinner 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 and Caramelized Onions.

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Career Quick Stop - Stop By

Career Quick Stop hours 2:30-4:00 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Suite 100, Christensen Center

These drop-in hours are designed to expand access to career coaches and to accommodate impromptu student career questions as they arise. During Quick Stop hours students are seen on a first-come, first-served basis for brief, 15-minute drop-in appointments. These times are meant for quick career questions, brief resume or cover letter reviews, or help getting started with an internship or job search. Stop by Quick Stop or feel free to call 612-330-1148 to schedule an individual appointment.

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Racial Oppression & Inequality

A class presentation including a semester's worth of research regarding experiences of racism within U.S. institutions. April 21, 2016 at 6:00 PM in the Marshall Room ( in Christensen Center). There will be some snacks.

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TOMORROW - Zyzzogeton 3-5 p.m. in Hoversten Chapel

Please join us for this year's Zyzzogeton Research Symposium this Thursday, April 14th from 3-5 p.m. in Hoversten Chapel. More than 80 student researchers will be presenting their findings at this annual poster session. Zyzzogeton is a great opportunity to hear about the exciting scholarship happening on campus and refreshments will be served throughout the event.

You can read about the projects that will be presented on the URGO website: www.augsburg.edu/urgo

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Big Brothers Big Sisters Information Session

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Greater Twin Cities is looking for volunteers interested in mentoring Somali American children at the Cedar Riverside Community School. An information session about the program will be held on Friday, April 15th from 11:30 - 12:30 in Lindell Library, Room 301. If you are not able to attend but would like more information about this volunteer opportunity, please contact Yahye Mohamed at 651-200-0344; ymohamed@bigstwincities.org.

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Daily Chapel @ 10:40am: Bryce Nelson '16

Join us for worship in the chapel at 10:40am. Bryce Nelson '16 Senior Chapel. Musicians: Izzie Smith and Noah Cameron, vocals; Alexandra Olson, clarinet

Thursday, 4/14: No Daily Chapel - Zyzzogeton at 3pm

Friday, 4/15, 10:40am: Morning Prayer. Musicians: Bill Capman, guitar; and Laura Simms, violin.

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

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Nobel Peace Prize Forum Tabling Event - April 14

Did you know that this year's Forum will concentrate on the work of 2014 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, Kailash Satyarthi - who has dedicated his life to ending child labor and child trafficking?

On Thursday, April 14 our offices will be tabling in the Christensen Center (or right outside) from 11 am - 2 pm to share additional news and details about the upcoming 2016 Nobel Peace Prize Forum.

You will be able to see the programme, purchase tickets and find ways you can become an involved delegate in different peacebuilding and peacemaking efforts.

Want to #peaceitforward? Or are you interested in volunteer opportunities at the 2016 Nobel Peace Prize event? If you are you ready for an amazing adventure the week prior to the Forum, check out this link to the Peace Matters Expedition: http://nobelpeaceprizeforum.org/peace-matters-expedition/

Come join us on the 14th! We look forward to connecting with all of you!

Interested in learning more about the Nobel Peace Prize Forum or you have a few questions? Don't hesitate to connect with us at info@nobelpeaceprizeforum.org.

All best,
The Nobel Peace Prize Forum Team

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