Hagfors Topping Off Ceremony, Skyway Installation

On Tuesday, November 22, at 11:30 a.m., the Augsburg campus community and neighbors will gather for a Topping Off celebration, which will include watching the final beam of the building being lifted into place. Portions of 21st Avenue South will be closed for this celebration. See the Topping Off celebration post for more information: http://www.augsburg.edu/hagforscenter/2016/11/15/tuesday-november-22-2016-topping-off-ceremony .

This week's construction update post includes a photo of the signed beam that will be used in the Topping Off ceremony, as well as the following:

[1] Skyway installation
[2] Precast exterior brick
[3] Third-floor of the lobby
[4] Construction site photo showing the skyway structure and precast exterior brick

A full summary of this week's construction activities is posted on http://www.augsburg.edu/hagforscenter/construction-project-updates . To subscribe to regular emails about the Hagfors Center construction, go to http://www.augsburg.edu/hagforscenter and sign up for email updates.

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Intercultural Learning Workshop on Jan. 5

Faculty and Staff Workshop
Facilitating Intercultural Learning
Thursday, January 5, 2017
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Christensen Center-Marshall Room

RSVP by December 9: https://goo.gl/forms/h171wgQXgGhfmgHp2

Now, more than ever, we must focus on becoming effective models and teachers of intercultural understanding. Show your support for this important institutional goal by making space in your schedule for this workshop. It is designed to help Augsburg faculty and academic staff effectively support the success of all students by increasing their own intercultural awareness as well as their capacities to effectively facilitate students' intercultural learning both on and off campus.

SEMINAR GOALS
Through presentations and interactive exercises, the seminar will help participants:
- Understand what intercultural teaching and learning entails—including intercultural concepts and theory—and why it is important to the work they do with students.
- Understand and be able to apply several pedagogical "best practices" for facilitating students' intercultural learning
- Be more comfortable and skilled at facilitating dialogue across difference
- Be familiar with several activities they can use to facilitate students' intercultural learning and have an action plan for integrating such learning into their work with students
- Continue to work on their own intercultural development*

*Ideally participants in the workshop will have already taken the IDI and have received individual feedback. On the RSVP form you will be asked to indicate if you have not received IDI feedback so that arrangements can be made to do take the IDI before the workshop.

Questions: Jacqui deVries (devries@augsburg.edu)
or Leah Spinosa de Vega (devega@augsburg.edu)

FACILITATOR
Tara Harvey, Ph.D., possesses a unique combination of experience in the field of international education and understanding of the process of developing intercultural competence. Tara has worked in international student services at Texas A&M University and the University of Wisconsin-Madison; she has taught undergraduate- and graduate-level intercultural courses at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities and the Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey. As Academic Director of Intercultural Learning at CIEE (Council on International Educational Exchange), Tara developed the signature course, "Intercultural Communication and Leadership" (offered at dozens of study centers around the world), integrated intercultural learning frameworks into CIEE’s wide array of study abroad programs, and trained and supported resident staff around the world involved in facilitating students’ intercultural learning.

This workshop is co-sponsored by General Education, CTL, CGEE,
and the Diversity, Inclusion & Equity Initiatives.

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Off-Campus Course Proposals Due Dec. 1

PROPOSE AN OFF-CAMPUS COURSE

Any course with an overnight off-campus (domestic or international) component, must be approved through Academic Affairs (AAC/GAAC, CGEE) prior to offering the course. Augsburg faculty can propose an off-campus program by using one of our off-campus course proposal forms (linked below). Deadline for 2017-2018 courses is Dec. 1, 2016. Faculty may also submit proposals for 2018-2019; official decisions on 2018-2019 will not be made in January 2017 but will be reviewed and receive preference in the next cycle.

More information and forms here: http://www.augsburg.edu/global/resources/for-faculty-staff/

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Visit URGO For Advising On Grad School Apps

Applying to grad school? Come meet with URGO staff for individualized advising on finding and selecting programs, preparing for standardized tests, securing letters of recommendation, and writing application essays. We are here to help you through the process!

To make an appointment you can call the URGO office at 612-330-1446 or email us at urgo@augsburg.edu.

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PAID Internship Opportunity- Christensen Intern

Attention current sophomores and juniors!

Are you looking for a PAID work/internship experience for Spring 2017? Does the topic "We are Called to Service in the World" interest you? Are you curious about exploring purpose, meaning, and vocation in a practical way?

We may have a program for you!

The Christensen Center for Vocation invites you to apply for the Spring 2017 Christensen Vocation Internship Program. This is a 10-12 week, 8-10 hours a week, PAID internship for current sophomores and juniors that can go toward the Augsburg Experience.

Christensen Interns will have the opportunity to explore connections between purpose, meaning, and careers while interning at a local faith-based nonprofit organization and by participating in bi-weekly seminars with their fellow interns.

Want more information? Visit the CCV website at http://www.augsburg.edu/ccv/events/christensen-interns/

Note that specific internship positions are also available on AugPost, the Strommen Center's online job search website https://augsburg-csm.symplicity.com/students/

The Application Deadline is Monday, November 28, 2016

Want to apply? Visit
https://docs.google.com/a/augsburg.edu/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScjuuo-NdEnnlEKUZxqSvo11jGLk5r59H1QOA61if0RUtMcXQ/viewform

Any additional questions? Feel free to email us at ccv@augsburg.edu

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Model UN 2017 - Final Deadline is Dec. 9

Students, the final deadline to apply for Augsburg's 2017 Model United Delegation is Friday, December 9 at 5pm.

With Model UN, you will register for POL 368, a 4-credit spring semester course, held MWF 12:30-1:40pm, with Prof. Liz Klages. Up to 15 students will travel to NYC for the national conference from March 18-25, 2017. The course requires a $500 fee that will cover the cost of the trip and the conference.

POL 368 has the prerequisite of POL 160 World Politics OR consent of the instructor. If you have not taken POL 160 but have some experience in world politics or international relations, e-mail Prof. Klages (klages@augsburg.edu) now. Any undergraduate student, regardless of class year or major, may apply!

Follow this link for application instructions: http://web.augsburg.edu/~kilgorem/MUN_Application_2017.doc

Read more about the national MUN conference here: http://www.nmun.org/ncca.html

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Scholarships + 2 Paid Internships For First-Years

Apply to be a 2017 Kemper Scholar!

The Kemper Scholars Program is designed for first-year students who are pursuing, or intend to pursue, a business related degree program such as accounting, data science, finance, risk management, economics, statistics, math, and/or actuarial science. Scholars receive:

*Up to $10,000 yearly scholarship
*2 guaranteed paid internships:
*1 paid summer internship at a nonprofit in Chicago, learning and living with 25 fellow Kemper Scholars
*1 paid summer internship at one of the many Kemper companies around the US
*Paid trip to annual Kemper Conference in Chicago; 3 summers (Hard Rock Hotel)

Augsburg is one of only 14 liberal arts colleges selected to take part in the Kemper Scholars Program. Come learn more about this unique opportunity and hear from current Augsburg Scholars about their experiences.

Information Sessions:
Tuesday, November 29th from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. in The Marshall Room
Wednesday, November 30th from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in The Marshall Room

To learn more about the Kemper Scholars Program email urgo@augsburg.edu.

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Coffee for Working SLR Film Cameras

As the new instructor of the darkroom photography class, I have taken it upon myself to try to make the class more affordable for students. I am looking for film SLR cameras so my students have one less item to purchase for the class. What I am asking you to do is to raid the back of your closets for an old film camera. Maybe one that has not seen the light of day for the last ten years (or since you bought your new digital camera/iPhone). I can't give you much for the camera, but I am will to hand out a pound of freshly roasted coffee from my local "coffee guy" at Sovereign Grounds in south Minneapolis.

In other words, you give me your old working camera, and I give you coffee.

For more info contact Stephen Geffre geffre@augsburg.edu 612 743 4695

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Augsburg CSA Drop Site

Are you interested in easy access to nutritious, delicious, locally grown food throughout the summer? Campus Kitchen is conducting a survey to gauge the interest of a CSA Drop Site on Augsburg campus for students and faculty in the area. Please follow this link for more information and to fill out a brief survey.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScOVR7kFMFnlvp5iYPxveSuuDXdywB8iNzVtv9GzlvP4Gh6fQ/viewform

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Executive Pathways Program table today

Representatives from the Executive Pathways Program will be tabling today, in the Christensen Lobby from 10 a.m. 1 p.m. Stop by to learn more about their internship program.

The Executive Pathways Program offers students paid internship positions located in the department's Central Offices in Saint Paul. Internship placements begin in late May or early June and program participants are able to work full-time, up to 400 hours, over the course of their internship.

Internships offered through the Executive Pathways Program are designed to focus on the professional development of students majoring in the areas of public policy, social work, law, statistics, and other related fields. Overall, the program focuses on building a diverse workforce by developing the talents of students as they prepare for professional employment.

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Teach in China After Graduation

Paid Internship in China at Augsburg's Exchange University--United International College. Starting date in August 2017. Application deadline February 2017.

http://uic.edu.hk/en/ido/international-students/intern-programme

The Foreign Internship Program is a one-year program designed for recent graduates of a 4 year accredited undergraduate college. Interns have duties on campus for up to 40 hours per week during the semester. Duties include working with professors and lecturers both inside and outside of class and working with students both individually and in groups. Specific tasks vary based on department needs. All interns are also expected to participate in Chinese classes and cultural events.

Interns are housed in apartments in a gated community called Horizon Cove that is a convenient 15-minute bus ride from UIC’s campus. Typically, 2-3 interns are placed in one apartment. Each person has their own room. Horizon Cove is walking distance from a local community area called Tangjia. Tangjia has an abundance of restaurants serving local Guangdong and other Chinese cuisines, as well as a few western bar/restaurants, a movie theatre, a few open produce markets, and small grocery stores.

Graduates are invited to apply for a one-academic year Internship at UIC. Applications for the Intern position must be sent to the International Development Office intl-intern@uic.edu.hk no later than the 8th of February 2017.

Application Requirements

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.

5. Agreement to enroll in a specially designed “Chinese Language, Culture, History and Development Programme”

6. An interview conducted by the Director of International Education at the home institution in which the applicant is enrolled.

Questions: Contact Leah Spinosa de Vega, devega@augsburg.edu

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ACR Homes Table

Representatives from ACR Homes and Arthur's Residential Care will be tabling Monday, November 21 and Tuesday, November 22nd from 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. in the lobby of the Christensen Center.

They are hiring Personal Care Assistants for internships and/or part-time employment. Stop by to hear more.

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Thank you for Giving to the Max

Thank you to everyone who participated in Give to the Max Day yesterday at Augsburg. Whether you made a gift, led a project, promoted a fundraiser, participated in a video, or cheered for Augsburg online, thank you. Your time and effort on this 24-hour day of giving are so appreciated. Our position at the top of the colleges and universities leaderboard -- and our 3rd place standing overall -- is the result of a team effort among 36 project leaders, faculty, staff, students, departments, campus groups, and dedicated volunteers. Together, we raised $208,469 for the College - athletic teams, academic departments, student groups, and campus programs. For the second year in a row, we earned $15,000 in bonus prizes from the GiveMN organization.

We'll share a summary with all project leaders today, along with a survey, and look forward to hearing any feedback you have to share as we evaluate our participation in this effort each year.

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Health Insurance Market open for business

You can enroll in or change 2017 Marketplace health insurance right now. Go to HealthCare.gov or CuidadDeSalud.gov and learn more. You can also call 1-800-318-2596, available 24 hours/day.

Important dates to note:

--November 1, 2016: Open Enrollment started -- first day to enroll, re-enroll, or change a 2017 insurance plan through the Health Insurance Marketplace. Coverage can start as soon as January 1, 2017.
--December 15, 2016: Last day to enroll in or change plans for coverage to start January 1, 2017.
--January 1, 2017: 2017 coverage starts for those who enroll or change plans by December 15.
--January 31, 2017: Last day to enroll in or change a 2017 health plan. After this date, you can enroll or change plans only if you qualify for a Special Enrollment Period.

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NODAPL Meeting - Wednesday at 3 p.m.

There will be a meeting in the Riverside Room at 3 p.m. on Wednesday to discuss how the Augsburg community can help the No Dakota Access Pipeline effort. We are currently working to organize an event around creating items to send the water protectors there as well as educating people about what is happening at Standing Rock. All are welcome to join us on Wednesday!

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Campus Cupboard food drive this week!-

Go BIG and Then Go Home!

Campus Cupboard is sponsoring a food drive leading up to Thanksgiving, and we need your help!

There's a giant turkey traveling between Christensen and Foss lobbies - before you fill yourself with turkey, fill THAT turkey with the following food items for students to make it through the rest of the semester:
-Grains (rice, pasta, pancake mix, couscous)
-Snacks (granola bars, oatmeal, trail mix)

The Campus Cupboard is a student-run food shelf to address food insecurity on our campus. After you donate, spread the word to students about the updated hours of operation: http://inside.augsburg.edu/foodshelf/

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40% off any Augsburg apparel

Can you find a better deal on clothing or gifts? Sure maybe, but not with Augsburg on it. As a Thank you for everything you do for the Augsburg Community you deserve this! Gear Up for yourself, or start checking off those Christmas Wish Lists for love ones and friends!

December 1st - 3rd During store hours:
--Thursday Dec. 1st: 9am - 5pm
--Friday Dec. 2nd: 9am - 6pm
--Saturday Dec. 3rd: 10am - 2pm

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Dogs & Stress Relief TODAY

Once again Paws for Learning will be on campus from 10:30 - 11:30 today in the Center for Wellness and Counseling office (first floor Anderson Residence Hall). If you are feeling a little stressed out about the short week, Thanksgiving holiday break, the end of the semester or whatever, stop by for a little furry comfort.

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Morning Chapel: Augsburg Concert Band

Join us for worship in the chapel at 10:40am: Augsburg Concert Band, Dr. Erika Svanoe, conductor; Dr. Dan Albert, guest conductor.

Chapel This Week:
Tuesday, 11/22, 11:30am: Topping Off Ceremony: Augsburg College invites faculty, staff, students, and neighbors to the Hagfors Center Topping Off celebration.

Wednesday, 11/23, 10:40am: Thanksgiving Communion. Musicians: Prof. Bill Capman, guitar; Prof. Dan Albert, percussion. Stay after worship for coffee, pie and community time before the holiday break!

Thursday and Friday, 11/24-11/25: THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY - No Morning Chapel

We gather in Hoversten Chapel - Everyone is welcome!

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Q&A w/ NYT "On Religion" Reporter Sam Freedman

The author of the New York Times article, "Muslim College Chaplains Extend a Hand Across Religious Divides", Samuel G. Freedman, will visit campus on Wednesday, December 7 for a Q&A with the campus community. This informal brown bag lunch (bring your own lunch) is jointly sponsored by Campus Ministry, the CCV, and CTL. All students, staff, and faculty are invited to attend.

See the article that featured Augsburg here: http://www.nytimes.com/2016/11/14/us/muslim-college-chaplains-extend-a-hand-across-religious-divides.html

Religion in Public: Sam Freedman Q&A
Wednesday, December 7
12:30-1:30pm
EAST COMMONS (Note the change - previously advertised as Riverside Room!)

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Augsburg Concert Band presents fall concert

The Augsburg Concert Band invites all students, faculty, and staff to their fall concert titled “Around the World” on Monday, Nov. 21, at 7:00pm in Hoversten Chapel. The music performed will include "The Minnesota March" by John Philip Sousa, "Machu Picchu - City in the Sky" by Satoshi Yagisawa, and "Vesuvius" by Frank Ticheli. The concert will conclude with a multi-media piece “Twilight of the Gods” by Andrew Boysen with Visual Art by Erik Evensen that depicts Ragnarok, the end of the world story in Norse mythology. Admission is free.

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Hagfors Topping Off Ceremony: Tomorrow

The Hagfors Center Topping Off celebration is scheduled tomorrow, Tuesday, November 22, at 11:30 a.m. 

The event will take place at the intersection of 21st Avenue South and South 7th Street (weather permitting). In the case of inclement weather, the celebration will commence in Hoversten Chapel and move to the construction site for to watch the final beam being lifted into place. Watch Amail tomorrow for a final determination of the location for the event.

No registration is required. The event is free and open to the public. To learn more and add the celebration to your calendar, go to http://www.augsburg.edu/hagforscenter/2016/11/15/tuesday-november-22-2016-topping-off-ceremony

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Multicultural Dinner on Dec. 1

Looking for students, faculty and staff to help serve dinner at the Brian Coyle Community Center's Multicultural Dinner on Thursday, December 1st from 5 p.m.-7-.pm.

Come for dinner and stay to meet our neighbors in Cedar Riverside.

Augsburg's Sabo Center is one of the co-sponsors of this event.

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Post-Thanksgiving Dinner with elders

If you're around town this Friday and looking for another excuse to share food and stories with people, join Campus Kitchen at our weekly night dinner with elders at Ebenezer Tower apartments! Apartment residents will be bringing soup and we'll be bringing other dishes to share. Carpool from Augsburg at 5:15 p.m. and return to campus by 7:30 p.m.
Sign up here: http://ckac.campuskitchens.volunteerhub.com/events/index

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Broomball Shoes for Sale

D-Gel Broomball shoes, size 7 US/40 EU. Purchased new about 10 years ago, but only used a handful of times each year. $15.

If interested, please email moralesj@augsburg.edu. Thanks!

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