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Get Paid To Do Research On Campus This Summer

URGO Summer Research Info Sessions
November 15th @ 3:30 in Sverdrup 206
November 16th @ 12:30 in Sverdrup 1
Snacks will be provided!

Join us to learn about on-campus research opportunities for Summer 2017. URGO provides paid research opportunities for students to work under the guidance of a faculty mentor. No previous research experience is required; URGO summer mentoring and programming is designed to support students throughout the research process and facilitate professional development. Student researchers get to know each other well over the summer through regular meetings and are also given the opportunity to explore more of the city through social events.

At the info sessions you will hear about the various summer research options offered here on campus, learn about the application process, and hear from past summer researchers about their experiences.

Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu if you have any questions.

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Apply to Off-Campus Summer Research Programs

Travel. Learn. Connect.

Get paid to conduct research with some of the nation's top academics at universities, labs, or institutes through a summer research program. There are programs designed for students in the sciences and social sciences and they often include a research stipend and housing. Such programs are a great way to enhance your education, meet new people, and explore a new city!

Attend an URGO Off-Campus Research Info Session and discuss how to find opportunities and how to build your strongest application. Hear stories and advice from students who have participated in off-campus research in past summers. In previous years, students have conducted research at Harvard, Johns Hopkins, Mayo Clinic, The University of Pennsylvania, Dartmouth, The University of Minnesota, and many more!

Off-Campus Research Information Session
Friday, November 11
12:45- 1:45 in Oren Gateway Center 112
Pizza will be provided!

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What Makes Augsburg Unique? TODAY, 11:30 a.m.

At this latest installment in the New Faculty Series, Professor Phil Quanbeck II, Professor in the Religion Department, will share stories of Augsburg's history, traditions, and his own personal experiences. He has some "skin in the game:" There has been a "Phil Quanbeck" on Augsburg's Religion Faculty for 60+ years! All faculty and staff are welcome.

New Faculty Series: What Makes Augsburg Unique?
Wednesday, November 2
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Riverside Room, Christensen Center

The New Faculty Series is co-sponsored by the Center for Teaching and Learning and Christensen Center for Vocation.

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Tickets Still Available for CTL Theatre Night

Faculty and staff, there are still tickets available for tomorrow's CTL Theatre Night! Email Mara at ctl@augsburg.edu ASAP to secure your spot.

CTL Night at the Theatre: Cymbeline and Post-Show Discussion
Thursday, November 3
7:00 p.m.
Tjornhom-Nelson Theater and Foss Atrium

Cymbeline, one of William Shakespeare's final plays, is a fantastical fairy tale that swings from comedic heights to tragic despair with an added touch of romance. Taking place during King Cymbeline's reign in Britain, the play tells the story of Princess Imogen's romance with the courteous but poor Posthumus, their secret marriage and his consequent banishment. The couple's journey back to each other involves wagers and poison, hidden identities, long-lost brothers, deceitful villains, a lost bracelet, evil stepmothers, ineffectual fathers, and an invasion by the Roman army. Running time for Cymbeline is about 1 hour 45 minutes.

Attendees are invited to a dessert reception and discussion immediately following the production in the Foss Concourse area. English Professor Doug Green and Director Darcey Engen, along with student actors from the show, will lead the discussion during the dessert reception. Please join us for this event!

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Tutors in the Writing Lab Can Help You

With the end of the term come deadlines, revisions, and many writing assignments. The WL tutors can help! Find the WL in Lindell Library, street level just left of the circulation desk. Here are the hours:

Mondays: 11:10 - 1:40 and 6:30 - 9:30 PM
Tuesdays: 12:30 - 3:00; 3:30 - 6:00; and 7:30 - 10 PM
Wednesdays: 3:30 - 6:00 and 6:30 - 9:00 PM
Thursdays: 12:30 - 3:00; 3:30 - 6:00 and 7:30 - 10:00 PM
Fridays: 4:00 - 6:30 PM
Sundays: 5:00 - 8:00 PM

Questions? Contact K. Swanson, English professor (swanson@augsburg.edu).

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Intercultural Conflict Styles (ICS) Workshop

This workshop makes use of the Intercultural Conflict Style (ICS) Inventory, which describes an individual’s preferred approach or style for resolving conflict by reflecting the individual’s culturally learned patterns for dealing with disagreements and expressing emotions. This workshop will not only teach individuals about their own preferred approach and style, but it will also teach individuals about the preferred approaches and styles of others. Finally, this workshop will give participants tangible skills that can be used when navigating conflicts across cultural differences. Visit the Diversity, Inclusion and Equity Events Calendar at inside.augsburg.edu/diversity/events-calendar/ to register.

This workshop counts towards the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program.

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Teaching Across Cultures Workshop

The Teaching Across Cultures Workshop will provide tools for faculty to teach across individuated and integrated cultural frameworks. The workshop takes place on Monday, November 7 at 9:15-11:00 a.m. in OGC 100.

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Teaching Across Cultures Workshop for Faculty

All faculty are invited to this special workshop next Monday led by Joanne Reeck, Augsburg's Chief Diversity Officer.

The workshop will provide tools for faculty to teach across individuated and integrated cultural frameworks. You will have the opportunity to analyze your own teaching style and discuss how to incorporate new methodologies in your classes that will set students up for success across cultural backgrounds.

Teaching Across Cultures
Monday, November 7
9:15am-11:00 a.m.
OGC 100

Sponsored by the Center for Teaching and Learning.

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Presidential Proclamation - Native American Month

Presidential Proclamation -- National Native American Heritage Month, 2016

NATIONAL NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH, 2016
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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION


As the First Americans, Native Americans have helped shape the future of the United States through every turn of our history. Today, young American Indians and Alaska Natives embrace open-ended possibility and are determining their own destinies. During National Native American Heritage Month, we pledge to maintain the meaningful partnerships we have with tribal nations, and we renew our commitment to our nation-to-nation relationships as we seek to give all our children the future they deserve.

Over our long shared history, there have been too many unfortunate chapters of pain and tragedy, discrimination and injustice. We must acknowledge that history while recognizing that the future is still ours to write. That is why my Administration remains dedicated to strengthening our government-to-government relationships with tribal nations and working to improve the lives of all our people. Three years ago, I issued an Executive Order establishing the White House Council on Native American Affairs to help ensure the Federal Government engages in true and lasting relationships with tribes and promotes the development of prosperous and resilient tribal communities. Last month, I hosted the eighth Tribal Nations Conference and brought tribal leaders together to identify key issues we still face. We have worked to better protect sacred lands and restored many acres of tribal homelands, as well as supported greater representation of indigenous peoples before the United Nations and called for further implementation of the Declaration of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.

And we have taken steps to strengthen tribal sovereignty in criminal justice matters, including through the Tribal Law and Order Act.

Through the Affordable Care Act and permanent reauthorization of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act, we empowered more Native Americans to access the quality health care they need to live full, healthy lives. Throughout their lives, 84 percent of American Indian and Alaska Native women and girls will experience some form of violence, and in 2013, I signed the reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act, which allows tribes to prosecute non-Native individuals who commit acts of domestic violence in Indian Country. And through the North American Working Group on Violence Against Indigenous Women and Girls, we are strengthening regional coordination on the rights of women and girls from indigenous communities across the continent.

In recognition of the immeasurable contributions that Native Americans have made to our Nation, we continue to advocate for expanding opportunity across Indian Country. We have supported tribal colleges and universities and worked to return control of education to tribal nations -- not only to prepare Native youth for the demands of future employment, but also to promote their own tribal languages and cultures. We are investing in job training and clean-energy projects, infrastructure, and high-speed internet that connects Native American communities to the broader economy. We are connecting more young people and fostering a national dialogue to empower the next generation of Native leaders through the Generation Indigenous initiative. Through www.NativeOneStop.gov, we have also worked to improve coordination and access to Federal services throughout Indian Country. Indian Country still faces many challenges, but we have made significant progress together since I took office, and we must never give up on our pursuit of the ever brighter future that lies ahead.

This month, let us celebrate the traditions, languages, and stories of Native Americans and ensure their rich histories and contributions can thrive with each passing generation. Let us continue to build on the advancements we have made, because enduring progress will depend on our dedication to honoring our trust and treaty responsibilities. With sustained effort and unwavering optimism, we can ensure a vibrant and resilient Indian Country filled with possibility and prosperity.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 2016 as National Native American Heritage Month. I call upon all Americans to commemorate this month with appropriate programs and activities, and to celebrate November 25, 2016, as Native American Heritage Day.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of October, in the year of our Lord two thousand sixteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-first.

BARACK OBAMA

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"Who Are My Neighbors?" Somali Americans

The Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship is hosting "Who is My Neighbor" with Brian Coyle Center's Youth Director and longtime community leader, Abdirahman Mukhtar on Friday, November 4 from 3:15 p.m.-4:45 p.m. in OGC #113. Come and learn more about our Somali Community.

All students, faculty, staff, and community members are welcome to attend, so feel free to bring friends!

Contact Mary Laurel True with questions at truem@augsburg.edu

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Voting

Reminder: Employees, who are eligible to vote in an election, are permitted paid leave on Election Day for the time it takes them to appear at their polling place, cast a ballot, and return to work, usually not to exceed two hours.

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Food Service Hours

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

Nabo is open from 7:30 am-8 pm, with Hot Food starting at 10am

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

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Food Service Menus

The Nabo Meal Replacement Today is Turkey and Cranberry with Chips, and Fountain Soda.

Today is Wing Wednesday in The Commons!

Market Place is Serving Ginger Lemon Cod with Lemon Butter Sauce, Butter Braised Carrots, Wild Rice Pilaf, and Roasted Cauliflower & Broccoli.

Vege is Serving Asian Black Beans, Vegetable Fried Rice, Soy Glazed Carrots with Water Chestnuts, and Sauteed Sesame Snap Peas.

On Tuesday, November 8, get 50% off your meal at The Commons if you have an "I Voted" sticker.

In honor of Veterans Day, on Friday, November 11, and Saturday, November 12, with a Military ID, you will receive a Free Meal in The Commons or $5 off you order at Nabo.

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Need to Talk After Hours?

Urgent After-Hours Phone Counseling Available!

WHEN YOU NEED TO TALK. NOW.

The Center for Wellness & Counseling (CWC) reminds students that we now are partnering with ProtoCall, a telephone counseling support service, available to students when the CWC office is closed. After-hours (evenings, nights, weekends, and breaks) please call 612-330-1707 where you will be prompted to press #1 and be connected to speak with a licensed counselor over the phone.

Please do not hesitate to utilize this service when you need to talk. Now.

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Sophomore $10 Go-To Card Bonus

Augsburg and Metro Transit are pleased to announce a $10 Go-To Card bonus. Augsburg students who

--Were enrolled in AugSem in Fall 2015;
--Activated their Go-To card last year by adding at least $10;
--Used their Go-To Card at least once since January 2016.

will receive a $10 match from Metro Transit if you add $10 to your Go-To Card between Nov. 1 and Dec. 1, 2016

Complete the short form you can get to by the link at the bottom of this message, add $10 to your Go-To Card, and Metro Transit will add $10 in December.

https://goo.gl/forms/WfGnjJYswatEeERY2

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Morning Chapel: Harry Boyte

Join us for worship in the chapel today at 10:40am as we continue our series, "Faith and Politics" with Harry Boyte, Senior Scholar in Public Work Philosophy, Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship, speaking. Musicians: Shannon Smith, violin; and Cedar Singers, directed by Jon Strommen-Campbell.

Thursday, 11/3, 11:30 am: "Race & Reformation" with AGAPE* and Joe Davis, hip hop and spoken word artists.

Friday, 11/4, 10:40 am: Judge LaJune Thomas Lange speaking, "Get Out the Vote." Musicians: Alexandra Bell, vocals; Destyn Land, piano.

Monday, 11/7, 10:40 am: Mindful Monday

Tuesday, 11/8, 11:30 am: Election Day, Augsburg Orchestra, conducted by Benjamin Klemme

Wednesday, 11/9, 10:40 am: Michael Lansing speaking, Associate Professor and Chair Department of History

We gather in Hoversten Chapel - Everyone is welcome!

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Prayer Vigil on Sunday, November 13, 4-5:30 p.m.

Lutheran Social Service of MN, Luther Seminary, Augsburg College, and the Saint Paul and Minneapolis Area Synods invite you to join us at the "Come Together" prayer vigils started by congregations in North Minneapolis to pray together for peace and an end to violence in our communities and our country. The next gathering is at Zion Baptist Church, 621 Elwood Avenue N, Minneapolis, 4-5:30 p.m., Sunday, November 13.

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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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Tuition Benefit Lunch and Learn: TODAY 12 pm

Human Resources and Student Financial Services are excited to be partnering up this fall to offer a Tuition Benefit Lunch and Learn on November 2nd, in Oren Gateway Center, Room 100, beginning at 12:00 p.m.

Bring your lunch and join other colleagues in learning more about the tuition benefit, the application process, and how to navigate getting the most of your benefit.

Questions? Email peterlin@augsburg.edu.

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Election Discussion Today

Join us at noon today in East Commons for a discussion of the election. Feel free to bring your lunch. Sponsored by the Political Science Dept.

WHAT: Election Discussion
WHEN: Wednesday, Nov. 2nd, Noon-1:30 PM
WHERE: East Commons

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Reformation Remix - Heritage Day on Nov. 3

Join us this Thursday, November 3 from 11:30am-11:50am in Hoversten Chapel.

As Augsburg approaches its 150th Anniversary in 2019, we continue to lift up and explore the connections of what Augsburg's Lutheran heritage means in today’s world.

On November 3, we will be celebrating Heritage Day 2016 by creative engagement with contemporary issues of race and faith. The Reformation continues as the Augsburg community encourages you to join creative artists Agape and Joe Davis in deepening our conversation on race and faith.

All are welcome.

For more information about the guest artists, please see http://www.augsburg.edu/ccv/events/heritageday/

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Luther Seminary Focused Conversations - Next Week

Our Focused Conversations continue next week with the topic of the Luther Seminary alliance. The sessions will be led by Rebecca John, vice president of Marketing and Communication.

Dates, times and location:
Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2-3 p.m., Oren 100 (remote access will be available for this session)
Wednesday, Nov. 9, 12:30-1:30 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=699a399aa596122b561ae23ca710934c&returnpath=%2Fprotected%2Fadministration%2Freports%2Fdocuments%2Fpresident%2Fallhands2016-17%2Findex.htm%3Fmonth%3D11%26amp%3Bday%3D8%26amp%3Byear%3D2016

Wednesday session:
https://augnet.augsburg.edu/protected/administration/reports/documents/president/allhands2016-17/index.htm?icalmail=4d2c32ab749071ac01af58b417453589&returnpath=%2Fprotected%2Fadministration%2Freports%2Fdocuments%2Fpresident%2Fallhands2016-17%2Findex.htm%3Fmonth%3D11%26amp%3Bday%3D9%26amp%3Byear%3D2016

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