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See Curricular Updates Online

Changes to the academic program, when approved by AAC or GAAC, are posted online in the following live document. All faculty and staff are welcome to view.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1D3OmiKTC8MgkYEBnpcNxks2nVfWdiRH7CzqMEBVnbng/edit

Curious to see meeting agendas, minutes, and proposals? They are posted on the Academic Affairs Moodle Community site and in the ORGS Academic Affairs public folder.

More information on the curriculum committees can be found at http://inside.augsburg.edu/facultysenate/aac/

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Mid-term Work Due? Visit the Writing Lab

Hundreds of students have made their way to the Augsburg College Writing Lab in Lindell Library (street level, just left of the circulation desk). Tutors can help you with any writing assignment -- essays, resumes, applications, reports, or personal statements. Just show up with a hard copy of your work in progress.

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 - 6:30 (Note: the Library will close at 5 this Friday)
Sundays - 5 - 8

Questions? Please contact Kathryn Swanson, English Department

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Next Civic Studies Symposium is Oct. 27

Mark your calendars - the next Civic Studies symposium will be next Thursday, October 27. Faculty, staff, students, and the community are invited to attend.

Civic Studies Symposium II
Thursday, October 27
8:00am - 9:30am
OGC 100

Read more about the Civic Studies Initiative: http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/about/civic-studies-initiative/

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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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Food Service Hours

Einstein is open from 7:30am-9pm, with the Late Night Menu starting at 7pm.

Nabo is open from 7:30am-8pm, 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

Due to Mid-term break, Friday, October 21, Einsteins and Nabo will be closing at 1:30pm, and will be closed Saturday, October 22, and Sunday, October 23. The Commons will be open for Brunch, 11:30am-1pm and Dinner, 5-7pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

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Food Service Menus

The Nabo Special Today is Grilled Cheese with Chips and Fountain Soda

Today is Taco Tuesday at World Flavors.

Market Place is Serving Grilled Garlic Pork Loin, Grilled Zucchini, Garlic Smashed Potatoes, and Asparagus.

Vege is Serving Ginger Broccoli, Cranberry Orange Carrots, Quinoa with Roasted Cauliflower, and Sweet Potato Fries.

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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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Seminary and Divinity Day

Join us for Seminary and Divinity Day!

On Thursday, October 27 Augsburg College will be hosting this year's Seminary and Divinity School Day. This year's theme is, “Stewarding God's Call,” and is a day for all students considering the possibility of future theological study to gather with students from other colleges in similar discernment stages to meet with representatives from seminary and divinity schools from all around the country!

Note that 18 top notch seminary and divinity schools have already confirmed attendance, listed below!!
Bethel Seminary- St. Paul, MN
Chicago Divinity School- Chicago, IL
Harvard Divinity School- Cambridge, MA
United Theological Seminary (UCC)- New Brighton, MN
Vanderbilt University- Nashville, TN
University of Dubuque Theological Seminary- Dubuque, IA
Baylor University's George W. Truett Theological Seminary- Waco, Texas
Trinity Lutheran Seminary- Columbus, OH
Candler School of Theology, Emory University- Atlanta, GA
Luther Seminary- St. Paul, MN
Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago- Chicago, IL
Wartburg Theological Seminary- Dubuque, IA
Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary- Berkeley, CA
Princeton Theological Seminary- Princeton, NJ
Union Seminary in the City of New York- New York City, NY
Pacific School of Religion- Berkeley, CA
Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary- Evanston, IL
Wake Forest University School of Divinity- Winston-Salem, NC

You can view the schedule on our website and find what parts of the day work for you to attend at http://www.augsburg.edu/ccv/events/seminary-and-divinity-school-day/

Whether you're curious to test the waters of Seminary and Divinity School, or you know for certain it's something you want to do, this day is for you! Seminary & Divinity School Day is a great opportunity to explore the variety of options. Come, join us at Augsburg on October 27 to contemplate how you are stewarding God's call for you in the world!

If can come to any part of the day, please REGISTER at: http://www.augsburg.edu/ccv/events/seminary-and-divinity-school-day/

Additionally, if you have any questions at all, feel free to email the Christensen Center for Vocation Student Assistant Emily at ccv@augsburg.edu

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Trans Men of Color and the Concept of Passing

TODAY at 4:30 pm in OGC 100, Queer Pride Alliance will be screening "Passing: Profiling the Lives of Young Transmen of Color", followed by a facilitated discussion about privilege and allyship to trans and black communities.

This event is open to all students, faculty, and staff - we need every perspective! There will be captions and transcripts available for accessibility. Please see QPA's Facebook event for more info and updates: https://www.facebook.com/events/1161602897215834/

Queer Pride Alliance is an Augsburg College student group focused on education, support, and action on campus. Weekly meetings are Tuesdays at 4:30pm in OGC 100. People of all identities and orientations are welcome. Yes, that means you!

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Staff Senate and UC-Subcommittee Forum

Tuesday, October 25
1:30 p.m. in the Marshall Room

Based on feedback Staff Senate received seeking more communication, Staff Senate will be hosting a forum to give a overview of the role of staff senate and hosting representatives from each of the University Council subcommittees to uplift some of the amazing work going on in each committee. We invite you to join us for this great opportunity to learn what our rock star colleagues are doing for Augsburg College!

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2016 Government and Non-Profit Career Fair

All Augsburg students and alumni are invited to attend the 2016 Government and Nonprofit Career Fair on Friday, October 28th at the U of M.

Event Details:
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM (you don't need to attend for the entire time)
Friday Oct 28, 2016
Coffman Memorial Union at the U of M
300 Washington Ave SE
Minneapolis MN 55455

The Government & Nonprofit Career Fair allows candidates to pursue professional opportunities and internships in all levels of government and nonprofit agencies. The job fair is open only to all Augsburg students and alumni. To learn more about the fair, visit http://www.togpartners.com/govnonprofitfair/.

To register, visit the Strommen Center webpage and click on the blue registration button.

Contact Keith Munson at munsonk@augsburg.edu with any questions.

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Open House & Pizza at the NPPF/Norway Hub Office

Students, staff, and faculty are invited to stop by the new office of the Nobel Peace Prize Forum and Norway Hub in Memorial 20 (across from the Human Resources offices) from 3 to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 18. This is an opportunity to socialize, grab a little food, and brainstorm ideas for student involvement in social justice, human rights, peacemaking, and environmental work on campus and in the community in 2017.

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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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New: Interfaith Ally Workshop, Nov. 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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Morning Chapel: St. Luke's Day of Healing

Join us for worship in the chapel today at 11:30am as we continue our series, "The Healing of Creation" with St. Luke's Day. You may receive a special blessing/anointing with oil as a sign of healing.

The use of oil in the church's ministry of healing is commended already in the New Testament (James 5:14). Anointing the forehead with oil is a powerful remembrance of the anointing of baptism, proclaiming that the baptized is united with Christ the Anointed One and marked with the cross of Christ forever. The oil of anointing (olive oil is customarily used) also has long association with healing because of the ancient use of oil as a salve to alleviate suffering. We see healing so that we can be servants of healing to others and to the whole of God's creation.

Chapel series continues:
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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Great Colleges Survey - TODAY & TOMORROW

The Focused Conversations about the Great Colleges to Work For survey results, facilitated by Director and Chief Human Resources Officer Lisa Stock, will be held today and tomorrow. See times and location information below:

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

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