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Study in Mexico on Spring Break

Food, Justice & Sustainability in Mexico

Environmental Justice and social change take on a local and global perspective in this course that starts in the US, travels to Mexico over spring break, and returns to Augsburg to continue the learning.

Faculty: Allyson Green and Joe Underhill

Courses:
SWK 210--Environmental Justice and Social Change, OR
POL 160--World Politics: Global Change and Local Connections, Focus on Mexico (fulfills LAF Social & Behavioral Sciences)
This program also fulfills Augsburg Experience

Dates: March 11-19, 2017

Cost:
$2,845 for Day students
$3,295 for AU/WEC
This includes round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Mexico City, transportation, lodging, all meals, and all program activities.

For more information and to apply, go to http://studyabroad.augsburg.edu/?go=FoodJustice

Apply by November 1!

Questions? contact Maren: stoddard@augsburg.edu

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Attend National Conference in NYC w/ Model UN

Students, apply now for Augsburg's 2017 Model United Nations delegation. With Model UN, you will visit NYC for the national conference where students from across the world will gather. (In 2016, there were 6,500 student delegates from 440 schools, and 55% of participants were international students!) With this opportunity you will develop an appreciation of differing viewpoints, experience the challenges of negotiation, see the rewards of cooperation, broaden your world view, and discover the human side of international relations and diplomacy.

Follow this link to download the application: http://web.augsburg.edu/~kilgorem/MUN_Application_2017.doc
The priority deadline to apply is 5 p.m. on Monday, November 14.

Students accepted will enroll in POL 368 in the spring semester and travel to NYC for the national conference on March 18-25, 2017. A lab fee of $500 is required; the college will cover the remainder of the cost.

Prerequisites for the course are POL 160 World Politics OR consent of the instructor. Any undergraduate student, regardless of major or class year, may apply!

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Civic Studies Fellow Applications Due TODAY

Faculty and staff, today is the final day to submit your application for the Augsburg Civic Studies Fellows.

Fellows will study the emerging field of Civic Studies, organize upcoming symposia, and lead Augsburg in co-creation that will positively impact the college community, our partnerships, and the larger landscape of civic engagement in higher education. And remember, Augsburg fellows will receive a professional development stipend of $700 (and $1000 for community fellows).

Read all the information: http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/about/civic-studies-initiative/

See the application: http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/about/civic-studies-initiative/civic-studies-fellows-application/

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Study in Nicaragua on Spring Break

Faith, Vocation, and Social Change in Nicaragua, Central America

Faculty leader: Matt Maruggi

Course: REL 480 (fulfills Keystone) or
REL 490 (fulfills Search for Meaning II)
This program also fulfills Augsburg Experience

Dates: March 10-19, 2017, with required course meetings before and after travel

Cost:
$2,990 for Day students
$3,440 for AU/WEC
This includes round-trip flights from Minneapolis, transportation, lodging, all meals, and all program activities.

Explore the concept of vocation in the context of poverty and political oppression, examining the ways in which Christian theology has been and continues to be used both to justify oppression and injustice as well as to support social justice movements and offer hope for a peaceful and just social order.

To learn more or apply, go to http://studyabroad.augsburg.edu/?go=CentralAmerica2017

Apply by November 1!

Questions? contact Maren: stoddard@augsburg.edu

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Open Position in STEM - Program Associate

STEM Programs has an open position for a Program Associate position. This position is being posted internally only and can be accessed through Inside Augsburg under On-Campus Student Jobs. Click on "Find Jobs" to access the posting. The posting will remain active for seven (7) calendar days.

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Food Service Hours

Einstein is open from 7:30am-4pm

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

The Commons is open from 7:30am-7pm
Breakfast 7:30-9:45am
Continental Breakfast 9:45-11am
Lunch 11am-1:30pm
Light Lunch 1:30-4:30pm
Dinner 4:30-7pm

On Friday, October 14, Einsteins will be closing at 4pm

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Fair Labor Standards Act Information

The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is a federal law that establishes minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and youth employment standards affecting employees in the private sector and in Federal, State, and local governments. Changes to this law, effective December 1, 2016, include increasing the salary threshold required for an employee to be considered exempt from overtime.

Human Resources has worked with supervisors and the President's Leadership Team to develop a plan that enables Augsburg to comply with changes to the FLSA. To learn more about the changes to FLSA and the types of positions that may be impacted, please refer to the Augsburg College FAQ's http://web.augsburg.edu/hr/FLSA_FAQ.pdf. Additional information about the FLSA can be found on the Department of Labor website: https://www.dol.gov/WHD/overtime/final2016/faq.htm


Employees who are in positions impacted by the change in FLSA will be contacted by their supervisor by October 31. Because there are special provisions for higher education, faculty and others in positions whose primary duty is teaching will not be affected by these changes.

Human Resources will be hosting meetings to update employees about the new regulations and provide guidance on record-keeping requirements, how to determine compensable time, and Augsburg's pre-approval requirement for working overtime. These sessions will be held in the Marshall Room on:
November 3rd from 10 – 11 am
November 14th from 9-10 am
November 15th from 1-2 pm

All are welcome to attend.

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Nordic Ski Club Meeting

Any students that are interesting in learning about our new Nordic Ski Club, please attend our informational meeting next Wednesday, October 19th in the Oren Gateway Center room 111 from 6-8 P.M. Anyone is welcome to come! There will be MESA pizza, both meat and veggie. Stop on by!

If you have any questions please contact me by email at peters49@augsburg.edu

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Food Service Menus

The Nabo Meal Replacement today is a BLT Wrap with Chips and a Fountain Soda

Market Place is Serving Roasted Turkey with Gravy, Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, Green Bean Casserole.

Vege is Serving Vegan Eggplant Parmesan, Italian Herbed Rotini, Italian Quinoa, Oven Roasted Purple Cauliflower


There is Carved Turkey Breast at Lunch in The Commons Today.

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Diversity and Inclusion Committee Open Forum

This open forum is an informal opportunity for faculty, staff, and students to gather and discuss thoughts about current inclusion efforts and/or other inclusion-related topics at Augsburg.

12 - 1 p.m., Marshall Room, Christensen Center

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Food Service Hours - Weekend

Saturday
Einstein's is open from 7:30am-5:00pm.
Nabo is open from 10:00am-2:00pm
The Commons is open from 11:30am-1:00pm for Brunch and from 5:00pm-7:00pm for Dinner.

Sunday
Einstein's is Closed.
Nabo is Closed.
The Commons is open from 11:30am-1:00pm for Brunch and from 5:00pm-7:00pm for Dinner.

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NSF AugSTEM Scholarship Applications Due Oct. 27

AugSTEM Scholars Applications Due Thursday, October 27

Students planning to apply will need three letters of recommendation, so should be in contact with their letter-writers to give them sufficient notice.

The AugSTEM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF DUE-1565060), AugSTEM Scholars receive scholarships of $5,000, $7,500 and $10,000 per student per year. (Differences in award amounts correspond to levels of financial need.) Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:
* Enrolled full-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, chemistry, computer science, environmental studies, mathematics, or physics)
* Within 5 semesters of graduating
* Major GPA of 3.0 or higher
* U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident
* Demonstrate financial need via FAFSA

Incoming community college transfer students and Augsburg students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply as well as students who began at Augsburg.

See http://www.augsburg.edu/stem/augstem/ or email Rebekah Dupont at dupont@augsburg.edu for more information.

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New: Interfaith Ally Workshop, November 2, 11:10 a.m.

Religious diversity is growing in our nation. As our campus becomes more religiously diverse, it's essential to engage in interfaith dialogue and understanding. This new workshop, offered by Augsburg Campus Ministries through the Diversity and Inclusion program, will explore how religious literacy and interfaith understanding can be effectively nurtured on our campus and our neighborhood. The workshop includes: current religious demographics for Augsburg students, case studies, best practices and local resources. Come prepared to engage one another in reflection and small group discussion.

We hope to see you there! You may register on the Diversity and Inclusion Events Calendar: http://inside.augsburg.edu/diversity/events-calendar/ or by contacting Amy Hanson at hansona2@augsburg.edu.

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All Campus Event - Guest Eriks Esenvalds

On Monday, October 17 the Augsburg community will have the rare opportunity to hear renowned Latvian composer Eriks Esenvalds speak about his music, his compositional process as well as hear some of his music. Esenvalds is one of the most sought-after choral composers working today, with a busy commission schedule and performances of his music on nearly every continent. The event will take place from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. in Hoversten Chapel and will include a performance by the Augsburg Choir of his popular composition "Stars," scored for eight-part choir and tuned goblets. In addition to his vast catalog of choral music, Esenvalds is currently working on his second multimedia symphony focusing on the natural phenomenon of volcanoes, scheduled to premier in 2018. The event, sponsored by the Augsburg Music Department, is free and open to the public.

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Morning Chapel: Dr. David Tiede, Regent

Join us for worship in the chapel today at 10:40am: Dr. David Tiede, Regent and past President of Luther Seminary, preaching. Musicians: The Augsburg Choir, directed by Mark Sedio '76

Upcoming Chapel Series: "Healing of Creation"
Monday, 10/17, 10:40am: Mindful Monday
Tuesday, 10/18, 11:30am: St. Luke's Day
Wednesday, 10/19, 10:40am: Pastor Justin Lind-Ayres, Associate College Pastor, preaching
Thursday, 10/20, 11:30am: Pastor Mike Matson '06, Chaplain to Student Athletes, preaching
Friday, 10/21, 10:40am: MID-TERM BREAK - NO CHAPEL

We gather in Hoversten Chapel - Everyone is welcome!

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Be a Part of Advent Vespers Processional Party

The 37th Annual Advent Vespers is approaching rapidly! Ten to twelve thousand people come to the 'cathedral-like' Central Lutheran Church in downtown Minneapolis for Augsburg's Advent Vespers. Hundreds of Augsburg singers, instrumentalists and liturgical participants will lead these five services. Be a part of vespers by carrying a candle, torch banner, or bells in the gospel processional! This is a great way to settle into Advent and spend time with other Auggies.

The services are on Friday, 12/2, at 5pm & 8pm, and on Saturday, 12/3, at 2pm, 5pm and 8pm. Bus transportation between Augsburg campus and Central Lutheran is provided, as well as meals and snacks.

Sound like fun? It is! Sign-up in Foss 104, contact Amy Hanson at hansona2@augsburg.edu or online at http://www.augsburg.edu/campusministry/advent-vespers/

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StepUP Gala is Sold Out

Due to an overwhelming response to this year's StepUP Gala on October 29, online registration closed last evening.

Guests may contact StepUP Development Officer Allison Brown with any questions and requests at 612-330-1591.

Space remains for the pre-Gala StepUP Alumni Reception in Kennedy 303/305 at 4:30 p.m. StepUP alumni are encouraged to register for this free event.

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Augsburg Alumni Board Hosts Parent & Family Night

Do your parents or family have any questions about your experience at Augsburg? Any questions that you or they keep meaning to ask, but just haven't found the right time? Please join us for the fall Parent and Family Night on Tuesday, October 18, 2016, from 7-8:30 p.m. in the Oren Gateway Center, room 100, for round-robin style sessions with representatives from:

Academic Advising
Financial Aid
Food Service
Office of Academic Affairs
Residence Life

Please register online at https://advancement.augsburg.edu/AlumniEvents2015 by Monday, Oct 17. Any questions can be directed to parentandfamily@augsburg.edu and you can check out the Parents' page at augsburg.edu/parents .

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Focused Conversations on Great Colleges Survey

Next week's Focused Conversations will address the results of the 2016 Great Colleges to Work For survey. The sessions are scheduled Tuesday and Wednesday and will be facilitated by Director and Chief Human Resources Officer Lisa Stock.

Dates, Times, Location:
Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2 p.m., Marshall Room (remote access will be available for this session)
Wednesday, Oct. 19, 12:30 p.m., Oren 100

Click the following links to add a session to your calendar:

Tuesday session: https://augnet.augsburg.edu/protected/administration/reports/documents/president/allhands2016-17/index.htm?icalmail=7ef6aaa6383980a85abe1a541ff01933&returnpath=%2Fprotected%2Fadministration%2Freports%2Fdocuments%2Fpresident%2Fallhands2016-17%2Findex.htm%3Fmonth%3D10%26amp%3Bday%3D18%26amp%3Byear%3D2016

Wednesday session: https://augnet.augsburg.edu/protected/administration/reports/documents/president/allhands2016-17/index.htm?icalmail=f5c650c0f3c7ced19e479f8f1bb581c5&returnpath=%2Fprotected%2Fadministration%2Freports%2Fdocuments%2Fpresident%2Fallhands2016-17%2Findex.htm%3Fmonth%3D10%26amp%3Bday%3D19%26amp%3Byear%3D2016

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Olivia Maccoux To Receive Award

Olivia Maccoux, junior, will be honored at the Hydrocephalus Association annual recognition event in New York.

In the announcement, the Hydrocephalus Association wrote "Olivia suffered a brain hemorrhage (PHH) at birth and had her first shunt placed at nine months of age. She has endured over 120 surgeries in her short 20 years. Despite all that she has been through medically, Olivia played four sports in high school and was awarded 'Athlete of the Year' in 2014, which was the same year that she graduated on time from high school with Honors. She is now a junior at Augsburg College in Minneapolis where she has been on the Dean's list each Semester. She is studying Communications and ultimately hopes to work for a nonprofit in health care like HA. Olivia was recently featured on People.com for her heroic journey and fighting spirit."

Congratulations Olivia.

For more information, you can visit the Hydrocephalus Association website, at http://www.hydroassoc.org/vision-dinner/

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