Monday, April 2, 2012
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Teaching and Learning

Using Self-Assessments - TODAY

Monday, April 2, 3:40-5:00 pm, OGC 100 – Embedded Diversity and Global Learning: Personal Competence – Using Self-Assessment Tools to Better Understand Self (Tom Morgan and Velma Lashbrook)

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It's Time to Find the Writing Lab

The Augsburg College Writing Lab is located in Lindell Library (street level, left of the circulation desk). So far this academic year, tutors in the lab have conducted almost 2000 sessions working with students on their writing assignments and they can help you, too. No appointments are taken; just stop by. Hours are as follows:

Monday: 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. & 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Tuesday: 12:00-2:30 p.m.; 3:00-5:30 p.m. & 7:30-10:00 p.m.

Wednesday: 3:00-5:30 p.m. & 6:30-9:00 p.m.

Thursday: 12:00-2:30 p.m.; 3:00-5:30 p.m. & 7:30-10:00 p.m.

Friday: 4:30-7:00 p.m.

Sunday: 5:00-8:00 p.m.

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General Announcements

Now Hiring: IT Student Technical Assistant

The IT department is searching for a few more student employees to do technical work this summer. This position (previously the "IT intern" position) works closely with the LFCs to support Faculty & Staff computing including troubleshooting technical issues, repairing computers, and installing software. In addition, the IT Technical Assistants prepare most of the new computers that arrive throughout the summer. While this position only runs through the summer, opportunities exist to continue in this position throughout the 2012-13 school year.

We're looking for self-motivated, responsible students with a high-level of computing experience for this summer position. If this describes you, and this opportunity excites you, we encourage you to apply right away. The application deadline is Tuesday, April 3rd. The job posting can be found on the HR website.

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Dining Services

Did you know you can purchase flex points online at Augsburg.aviands.com/flex-points.
You can pay with a credit card or charge to your student account.

Commons Lunch:
Marketplace: Home style Chicken Pot Pie, Buttermilk Biscuit, Grilled BBQ Chicken Sandwich, Curly Fries
Vege: Grilled Eggplant and Feta Pita, Grilled Mediterranean Veggies, Cheesy Broccoli, Veggies
Bravo: Penne with Ham, Asparagus and Parmesan Cream Sauce, Garden Vegetable Lasagna.

Einstein's:
Coming this week are new fruit smoothies and new menu items.

Hot food in the Commons is now closing at 7pm, however we will still have deli bar available from 7-8pm.

Einsteins and Nabo will be closed April 6th-8th and will re-open on Monday April 9th.

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Staff Senate Elections - Call for Nominations

Interested in joining Staff Senate? We will be holding elections for two open positions within Staff Senate; elections will be held April 12-19.

To nominate yourself or another staff member, please email Sally Daniels at daniels@augsburg.edu. Nominations will be accepted through April 10th!

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"On-Hold" Accounts Payable Checks

Authorization Invoices/Check Requests with a "On-Hold" request originally to be picked up on Friday, April 6th will be available on Thursday, April 5th anytime after 1:00 pm due to the Good Friday holiday.

If you should have any questions, please feel free to contact me at X1031 or daughera@augsburg.edu ~ Thank You!

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2012 Fitness Incentives

All employees who are enrolled in Augsburg's health plan were eligible to participate in the 2012 Fitness Incentive Plan.

To participate, enrollees must:

· Work out an average of 3 times per week from January 1 – March 31

· Work out an average of 4 times per week from April 1 – June 30

Enrollees in High Deductible Health Plan ($2500 deductible) have the potential to be rewarded with the following:

· $250.00 deposited into your Health Savings Account (HSA) in April for working out at an average of at least 3 times per week from January – March

· $250.00 deposited into your HSA in July for working out an average of least 4 times per week from April – June

Enrollees in the $1000 deductible plan and enrollees in the High Deductible Health Plan ($2500 deductible) that do not have an HSA account have the potential to be rewarded with the following:

· Entry into a drawing to happen in April for a chance to win one of 9 prizes for working out at least 3 times per week from January – March

· Entry into a drawing in July for a chance to win one of 9 prizes for working out at least 4 times per week from April – June

You MUST successfully complete phase one (working out 3 times per week from January – March) to be eligible for rewards for completing phase two (working out 4 times per week from April – June).

To track your workouts, you must fill out the tracking spreadsheet that is found on the Wellness Resources Community Moodle site.

You must submit your completed tracking spreadsheet via email to Kelly Crawford ( crawfork@augsburg.edu ) no later than MONDAY, APRIL 9, 2012.

The tracking spreadsheet for the second phase (April 1 - June 30) can also be found on the Wellness Resources Community Moodle site.

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Show a Little Love with Rotary Roses

Administrative Professionals Day is April 25, and the Rotary Roses fundraiser is a great way to say "thanks" to staff who make your work life a little easier.

The West St. Paul-Mendota Heights Rotary Club's "Rotary Roses" fundraiser does good twice. First, you get a chance to make the day of a coworker by giving them a dozen roses that will be delivered April 25.

Second, all profits go to support local charities.

The Rotary Roses fundraiser supports organizations throughout Dakota County including:
--ALMAS, a Henry Sibley High School youth group for Chicano/Latino(a) students.
--Neighbors Inc., an emergency food shelf experiencing record-high demand.
--Guild Inc., an organization that provides emergency shelter for homeless individuals with mental illness, as well as a broad range of other supports.

Roses are available in red or "lollipop," a mix of pastels. The cost is only $15/dozen. Orders can be emailed to Steff Weiss (weisss@augsburg.edu), and payment in advance is requested. The deadline to order is April 18, and delivery will be made April 25.

Thanks for your support!

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Housing Expo Information

Selection numbers for all eligible current students have been e-mailed as of February 13th.
The e-mails are being sent by agr-reports@augsburg.edu. Students with ARHOLDS will be sent their selection numbers as soon as their holds are removed. For more information about your ARHOLD please contact enroll@augsburg.edu.

If you need help finding roommate(s) for 2012-2013, email Chue Xue Lee at rescomm@augsburg.edu and he will add you to the Residential Roommate Matching Moodle page.

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Thanks for a Great Philanthropy Week

Thanks to everyone who stopped by the Philanthropy Week table in Christensen last week. Last week alone, almost 50 students & staff members donated to The Augsburg Fund, which helps support financial aid, teaching and learning experiences, and student programs at Augsburg!

Congratulations to the Class of 2015, who won the Feed the Pig Challenge and get to celebrate with a party at Augsburg House on Tuesday, April 10, 2012. To the winning class: check your emails to RSVP to the event ASAP!

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Open Advising for Business Majors/Minors

Registration for fall semester is coming up on April 9th. We will be having open advising sessions on the following days:

Wednesday, April 4 and
Thursday, April 5

Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Location: Business Administration Department, 3rd Floor Memorial Hall

Please stop by and take advantage of this opportunity to have all of your advising questions answered without making an appointment. Grab some treats and register for a gift card also!

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Event Announcements

Students for Obama- Statewide Summit

Join students from other schools to hear more about the Obama campaign, and discuss ways to organize your campus. Jeremy Bird, National Field Director for President Obama's Re-Election Campaign will join us!

Learn/RSVP here
https://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/dayofaction/gpp5mb#rsvp

To learn more about Students for Obama at Augsburg contact krugm@augsburg.edu or "like" Students for Obama- Augsburg on Facebook

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Vote Chad and Rico for Student Body President

Vote Chad Thompson for Student Body President and Enrico Barrozo for Student Body Vice President Monday April 2nd through Thursday April 5th.

We are very excited for the opportunity to better Augsburg College. We both have been working hard to enrich the sense of community at Augsburg already. Rico through the football team and Chad through football and through Residence Life.

We both care very much about our fellow students, and want the best for them. That is why we decided to run for President/Vice President. We will evoke change and a better sense of community if elected for office.

Check your emails Monday April 2nd to vote!

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Screening of The Lost Boys of Sudan

Come enjoy a screening of The Lost Boys of Sudan. Before the film we'll have an enlightening panel discussion with leaders from the Franklin Library Learning Center on the issue of services offered to incoming immigrants.

Contact Lawrence Cadiz for more info or see our FaceBook Event

https://www.facebook.com/events/278027765609968/

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Leading in an Online World, April 19

Augsburg’s Center for Leadership Studies invites you to attend an interactive panel discussion featuring John Nemo, Steven Jeddeloh, and Stephanie Weiss.

New media and new ways to use them expand leaders’ abilities to communicate, inspire, and mobilize in a fast-changing world. This panel of experts will offer insights on using the Internet, social media, and virtual teamwork to enhance your leadership. Each panel member will give an opening presentation. Discussion/questions time for audience participation will follow. Bring your best-practices and insights to share.

Date: Thursday, April 19
Time: 5:30 p.m. social time with refreshments; 6:00-8:00 p.m. presentation
Location: Kennedy Center, Room 303

About the panelists
John Nemo, director of external communications and public relations for the Minnesota Nurses Association, has more than 15 years of experience as a nationally recognized, award-winning public relations director, social media expert, and multimedia journalist.

Steven Jeddeloh is a veteran organization development practitioner who works with executives and management teams interested in improving performance. He teaches a variety of graduate courses with topics that include leadership, teaming, and organization change.

Stephanie Weiss is the director of news and media services at Augsburg College. Prior to her role at Augsburg, she worked for the League of Minnesota Cities where she was instrumental in researching and advocating early adoption and official use of social media.

For more information or to reserve a space, contact Patty Park at 612-330-1150 or parkp@augsburg.edu. You are welcome to bring guests.

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Students for Obama Meeting

This meeting will focus on the upcoming student summit. All are welcome.

Contact krugm@augsburg.edu or "like" Students for Obama- Augsburg on Facebook

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SAAC Softball Tournament

The Student-Athlete Advisory Committee(SAAC)will be hosting its annual softball tournament for Augsburg students on April 20-21. The first 10 teams to submit completed rosters will be entered into the tournament. This is a co-ed softball tournament, all teams must have a minimum of 5 males and 5 females. Teams can sign up in the Christensen Center or in the main athletic office.

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Neighborhood Dinner TONIGHT

Neighborhood Multi-cultural Dinner
TONIGHT
5:30pm-7:00pm
Brian Coyle Community Center

Everyone invited! Free!

Sponsored by the Augsburg Thrivent Leader Fellows

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Housing Expo

Date: April 3rd, 2012
Time: 3pm-10pm
Location: East Commons, Christensen Center

Please bring your Augsburg ID and printed selection number document to the Housing Expo.
New this year - choosing your actual apartment and the Anderson Hall Neighborhoods. For more information about joining a Neighborhood please contact Ali Pickens at pickens@augsburg.edu.
Students unable to attend the Housing Expo may contact Cyndy Rowe at rowe@augsburg.edu for permission to use the Power of Attorney (POA) process.

If you need help finding roommate(s) for 2012-2013, email Chue Xue Lee at rescomm@augsburg.edu and he will add you to the Residential Roommate Matching Moodle page.

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Keeping Track of Auggies

Congrats to All for Powwow Event March 31

Thanks to student leaders from the Augsburg Indigenous Student Association (AISA) and to Jennifer Simon, Director, American Indian Student Services.

Many student and staff volunteers assisted with the event, and volunteers were coordinated by Kassi Benjamin-Ficken. Jennifer Weber coordinated the concessions. The event had wonderful support from Event and Conference Planning, Facilities, and the Department of Public Safety.

In addition to the Powwow, Jennifer coordinated a ceremony to honor the 15 American Indian students who will graduate from Augsburg this year. President Pribbenow and Board of Regents member Bonnie Wallace assisted with the honoring ceremony.

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2 Bedroom Apartment, Owner Occupied Duplex

The two bedroom apartment in the top of our duplex opens up at the end of June. Classic craftsman style home, energy efficient, recently remodeled, and has a view out to the adjacent park. If you or a friend chooses to live with us, you can get your garden planted right away, and the raspberry bushes will be ready for you when you move in by July. Photos and all the info at http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hnp/apa/2919011262.html

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