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Open Moodle Lab

Would you like to learn how to
-synchronize your Moodle Gradebook with your grading plan?
-use the new Moodle Assignment interface?
-provide feedback with Moodle rubrics or grading guides?
-track student participation and attendance in Moodle?
-use VoiceThread to create interactive Web presentations?
-get answers to questions about other learning technologies?

Come to an Open Moodle Lab for individualized help from your E-Learning Team. Open Labs will be held:
-Wednesday, 9/14 from 9:30-11:00 a.m. in Lindell 301
-Thursday, 9/15 from 12:00-1:30 p.m. in Lindell 202

Bring your laptop and any pertinent course materials with you (in electronic docs, if possible).

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URGO Academic-Year Research Grants Available

Each fall, URGO offers $1,000 research grants for students who wish to gain research experience with an Augsburg faculty member. These grants require 100 hours of research over the course of the academic year and are a great way to ease into research or to continue work on an existing project. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and can be found under the "Research: On-campus" tab on menu of the URGO web page (http://www.augsburg.edu/urgo/).

To apply, complete the electronic application with your faculty mentor and have them email it to urgo@augsburg.edu. Grants typically run out in the fall, so apply as soon as possible.

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Have You Found the Writing Lab Yet?

Welcome to the fall semester in the Augsburg College Writing Lab. The lab is located in Lindell Library, street level just left of the circulation desk. Tutors will help any Augsburg student with any writing task. Just bring your work in progress (hard copy).

These are the hours for fall term:

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

Questions? Please contact Kathryn Swanson, English Department

Note: Any professor who would like a tutor to make a very brief presentation about the lab's services can contact K. Swanson (<swanson@augsburg.edu>) to make arrangements.

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Donte Collins Wins National Poetry Award

Donte Collins has won the Aliki Perroti and Seth Frank Most Promising Young Poet Award from the Academy of American Poets in New York for his poem, "what the dead know by heart." The award recognizes a student poet with a cash prize of $1,000. The prize is open to winners of the current year's University & College Poetry Prizes. Last spring, Donte's poem won Augsburg's John R. Mitchell Prize, which qualified him for the national prize. Donte is a junior Theater major who is active in the local, regional, and national spoken word and poetry scene.

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Food Service Hours

Einstein's is open from 7:30am-8:00pm, with the Late Night Menu starting at 7:00pm.

Nabo is open from 7:30am-7:00pm, with Hot Food starting at 10:00am.

The Commons is open from 7:30am-7:00pm.
Hot Breakfast from 7:30-9:45am
Hot Lunch from 11am-1:30pm
Hot Dinner from 4:30pm-7pm.

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Food Service Menus

The Nabo Special today is a Chicken Bacon Ranch Salad and a 16oz Fountain Soda.

Grilled to Order Sausage Bar, Hot Dogs, Brats, Polish Sausage at World Flavors Today!

Market Place is Serving Garlic Flank Steak, Baked Potato, Brown Butter Roasted Cauliflower, Roasted Butternut Squash

Vege is Serving Boca Nuggets with Sweet Chili Sauce, Asian Spice Roasted Romanesco, Ginger Lime Brown Rice, Sesame Carrots

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Join Us At Homecoming - September 22-24

There's so much to be a part of at Homecoming 2016, and you won't want to miss a thing. There's the Athletic Hall of Fame, Distinguished Alumni Awards, Homecoming Dinner, Homecoming Chapel, Taste of Augsburg, football game, and block party to name a few. We are bringing back the Dual Hat Reception (for Auggies who work at Augsburg) on Thursday and new this year are Auggie Talks -- a 30-45 minute presentation on a variety of subjects presented by our amazing alumni, members of faculty, and staff. Check out the full schedule at http://www.augsburg.edu/homecoming/schedule/ and get registered today! We hope to see you there!

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McNair Scholars Program Recruiting for Fall 2016

Augsburg College's TRIO McNair Scholars Program is recruiting students for Fall 2016 admission. Eligible applicants are either current Juniors or will be at Junior status Spring 2017 and available to conduct research Summer 2017. We are particularly looking for students in STEM fields that are interested in pursuing doctoral degrees, but we will consider all majors EXCEPT most professional fields (including business, pre-law, pre-health). STEM Sophomores may also be eligible during this recruitment period; please contact us if you'd like more info on this.

The McNair Scholars Program works with students who are members of groups underrepresented in graduate education and who exhibit strong academic potential. The goal of the program is to prepare Scholars for graduate study through academics, involvement in undergraduate research and other scholarly activities. McNair provides coursework, workshops and advising in preparation for doctoral study. The program also assists with securing admission to and financial assistance for enrollment in graduate programs. Students will acquire the research skills necessary to succeed in graduate school through a paid research internship ($4,000) with an Augsburg faculty member during the Summer of 2017.

The McNair Scholars Program is a federal TRIO grant from the U.S. Department of Education. Therefore, to be eligible, students must be first-generation (neither parent graduated from a four-year college) AND low-income OR may be persons from groups underrepresented in graduate education. The Department of Education defines these groups as African-American, American Indian, Alaskan Native, and Hispanic/Latino. Additionally, applicants must be either U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents.

If you are interested in learning more about the McNair Scholars Program, please contact Lara Crombie, Program Assistant at crombie@augsburg.edu to schedule an appointment. Don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions about the program or if you're unsure whether or not you qualify.

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Learn About Flamenco on Saturday

Zorongo Flamenco's annual Fall Open House will take place on Saturday, September 10, from 10am - 1pm!

There will be snacks, free sample classes, and a small performance by Zorongo's apprentices, the "Majas". Stop by and learn about flamenco in this lively and creative setting. Zorongo is located on Minnehaha Ave. S. and Lake St. For more information, visit their website: http://www.zorongo.org/events.html

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Give to the Max Day Info Session is Sept. 15

Academic departments, athletics, organizations and clubs are all invited to be a part of Give to the Max Day on Thursday, November 17, by sponsoring a fundraising project of your own. Please join Institutional Advancement in looking ahead to another great year for Give to the Max Day on Thursday, September 15, from 12:30-1:30 p.m. in Oren Gateway 100. To RSVP, contact Jen Lowman Day at dayj@augsburg.edu or ext. 1552.

Now is the time to choose a fundraising project to champion as we look ahead to the one-day online giving event where donors around the world can support their favorite Minnesota nonprofits. Last year, 33 Augsburg projects were sponsored by students, faculty and staff, and the College raised more than $240,000 from more than 1,000 donors to come in first place among all Minnesota colleges and universities, winning a $10,000 prize for the College.

This information session will guide you through a project planner's toolkit for leading a successful Give to the Max project. We'd love to hear tips from past project leaders about how you made your own effort successful. A pizza lunch will be provided.

If you can't make this date, have any questions, or know someone who would like to be added to this year's event, contact dayj@augsburg.edu or ext. 1552.

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Christensen Symposium and Community Panel

Christensen Symposium and Community Panel

All are welcome to attend these two events connected to the Christensen Symposium. Both events are free and open to the public.

The Bridge to a New America with Jim Wallis

Tuesday, September 20, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. in Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center. Join Jim Wallis, a bestselling author, public theologian, and social activist, in this year's Christensen Symposium to discuss The Bridge to a New America. Following is a Community Panel "The Bridge Toward More Just Communities: What Needs to Happen". Jim Wallis is president and founder of Sojourners, a non-profit, faith based organization whose mission statement calls for "putting faith into action for social justice." Wallis is . He has written for major newspapers and authors regular columns for Huffington Post and TIME.com. Wallis teaches at Georgetown University and has taught at Harvard University. He served on President Obama's first White House Advisory Council on Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships.

Community Panel- The Bridge Toward More Just Communities: What Needs to Happen

In addition to the convocation, all are welcome to attend a community panel called The Bridge Toward More Just Communities: What Needs to Happen. This community panel will be from 4:30 p.m. - 5:45 p.m. in Hoversten Chapel. The event will be moderated by former ELCA Bishop Mark Hanson, and will include:
Pastor Kelly Chatman, Redeemer Lutheran Church, North Minneapolis
Nora Barr: Augsburg Alumna
Devin Wiggs: Augsburg Student
Fardosa Hassan: Muslim Student Advisor to Campus Ministry
And a response from Jim Wallis.

For more information, visit the Christensen Center for Vocation (CCV) website: http://www.augsburg.edu/ccv/events/christensen-symposium/

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Try Transit - Metro Bus and Green Line Tour

Join Augsburg colleagues and our host, Transit for Livable Communities, on September 15 for an experiential lunch tour on Metro Transit bus and Green Line. Learn the ins and outs of riding the bus and train in a safe and fun environment -- we'll cover the cost of your transportation, you cover your lunch at either Foxy Falafel or Keys Café. We'll teach you how to ride, how to pay, and how to check on the status of your bus or train.

Meet at the Oren Gateway Center at 11 a.m. and return by 1:15 p.m. Maximum of 25 participants.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bus-and-green-line-lunch-and-learn-repeat-event-tickets-27387177786?utm_source=eb_email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=new_event_email&utm_term=viewmyevent_button

Questions: contact Nicole at peterlin@augsburg.edu

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Transit Fair - Tues., Sept. 13

Auggies are multimodal! Augsburg's Minneapolis location is ideal for students, faculty, and staff to take advantage of transit options. Come learn about Nice Ride, HOURCAR, Metro Transit, carpooling, car2go, vanpooling, and free bike checkout.

Tuesday, September 13, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Quad. (Rain site is Christensen Center)

Sponsored by the Environmental Stewardship Committee and the Transit Task Force.

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Morning Chapel: Pastor Justin Lind-Ayres Preaching

Join us in the chapel at 10:40am as we continue our chapel series, "This is our cry, This is our Prayer, Peace in the World." We are exploring themes of peace and reconciliation in our world as we remember the tragedy of 9-11. Pastor Justin Lind-Ayres, Associate College Pastor, preaching. Erika Parvi, violin; Voice Faculty Trio: Linh Kauffman, Deb Carbaugh, and Susan Druck.

Series Continues Through Next Friday:
Monday, 9/12, 10:40am: Mindful Monday - Stress Management for All. Come practice strategies to restore and balance energy with Jermaine Nelson, certified instructor.
Tuesday, 9/13, 11:30am: Babette Chatman '05, Community Collaborative Partner
Wednesday, 9/14, 10:40am: Campus Ministries Deacon Student Leaders
Thursday, 9/15, 11:30am: Carnival de Resistance
Friday 9/16, 10:40am: Pastor Sonja Hagander, College Pastor & Director of Ministries

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

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Poetry from D.E. Green

Augsburg English Professor D. E. (Doug) Green is one of eight poets selected to kick off another season of Carol Connolly's Reading by Writers Series. The event takes place 7:30-9 p.m. on the third Tuesday of September (the 20th) at the University Club of St. Paul. Here's the complete lineup: Mary Moore Easter, Cristopher Gibson, D.E. (Doug) Green, Athena Kildegaard, Julie Kane Pfitzinger, Michael Sauntry, Dara Syrkin, and Katrina Vandenberg.

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