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Meet NYT "On Religion" Writer Samuel G. Freedman
On Wednesday, December 7, all members of the campus community are invited to attend an informal Q&A session with New York Times "On Religion" reporter Samuel G. Freedman. Earlier this month in his article "Muslim College Chaplains Extend a Hand Across Religious Divides," Freedman featured Augsburg's own Fardosa Hassan, Muslim Student Program Associate, and Augsburg Campus Ministry. See the article here: http://www.nytimes.com/2016/11/14/us/muslim-college-chaplains-extend-a-hand-across-religious-divides.html
You are invited to bring your own lunch and join us in the East Commons (second floor Christensen Center). This event is jointly sponsored by Campus Ministry, the Christensen Center for Vocation, and the Center for Teaching and Learning. All students, staff, and faculty are invited to attend.
Religion in Public: Sam Freedman Q&A
Wednesday, December 7
12:30-1:30pm
East Commons
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Engage in Diplomacy with Model UN
Students, the final deadline to apply for Augsburg's 2017 Model United Delegation is Friday, December 9 at 5pm.
With Model UN, you will register for POL 368, a 4-credit spring semester course, held MWF 12:30-1:40pm, with Prof. Liz Klages. Up to 15 students will travel to NYC for the national conference from March 18-25, 2017. The course requires a $500 fee that will cover the cost of the trip and the conference.
POL 368 has the prerequisite of POL 160 World Politics OR consent of the instructor. If you have not taken POL 160 but have some experience in world politics or international relations, e-mail Prof. Klages (klages@augsburg.edu) now. Any undergraduate student, regardless of class year or major, may apply!
Follow this link for application instructions: http://web.augsburg.edu/~kilgorem/MUN_Application_2017.doc
Read more about the national MUN conference here: http://www.nmun.org/ncca.html
General Announcements
Calling All Poets and Writers
The John Engman Writing Prize, a literary competition sponsored by Murphy Square and the Augsburg English Department, is awarded each year to promising writers. Judges of the competition will select winners in each of the categories of fiction, poetry, and creative non-fiction.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: DECEMBER 18
To enter writers must submit the following:
- Short Fiction – One complete short story of not more than 15 pages.
- Creative Non-fiction – One complete piece not longer than 15 pages.
- Poetry – At least three poems.
All writers must be enrolled at Augsburg College and may enter each of the categories as often as they wish, but they may only win in one. Names of writers must not be on the works submitted.
Entries must be submitted though Moodle: https://go.augsburg.edu/engman or https://moodle.augsburg.edu/moodlecommunity/course/view.php?id=795
The prize was named in honor of poet and Augsburg alumnus John Engman who died in 1996. Judges for the contest are English Department faculty members. The judges reserve the right to withhold awards if entries in specific categories are not of winning quality; they may also increase the number of awards in a category that has attracted entries of obvious merit. Winners will be notified in January.
Residence Life is Hiring
Online applications are now open through December 2! We are hiring for both summer 2017 and the 2017-18 academic school year. Click the links below to join the team!
Resident Advisor 2017-18 Academic Year: http://augsburg.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=78398
Lead Staff Member 2017-18 Academic Year: https://augsburg.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=78406
Summer 2017 Lead Staff: https://augsburg.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=78403
NODAPL Meeting - Today at 3:30 p.m.
There will be a meeting in the Riverside Room today at 3:30 p.m. to discuss how the Augsburg community can help the No Dakota Access Pipeline effort. We are currently working to organize an event around creating items to send the water protectors there as well as educating people about what is happening at Standing Rock. All are welcome to join us today!
Augsburg CSA Drop Site
Are you interested in easy access to nutritious, delicious, locally grown food throughout the summer? Campus Kitchen is conducting a survey to gauge the interest of a CSA Drop Site on Augsburg campus for students and faculty in the area. Please follow this link for more information and to fill out a brief survey.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScOVR7kFMFnlvp5iYPxveSuuDXdywB8iNzVtv9GzlvP4Gh6fQ/viewform
Food Service Hours
On Wednesday, November 23, All Food Service Locations will be closing at 1:30 p.m.
Einsteins and Nabo will be closed Thursday-Sunday and will reopen on Monday, November 28.
The Commons will be closed Thursday-Saturday and will reopen on Sunday, November 27, at 5 p.m. for Dinner.
A-mail Schedule
The Daily A-mail will be on hiatus Thursday, November 24, and Friday, November 25, due to Thanksgiving Break. Publication will resume Monday, November 28, and announcements for this edition should be submitted Monday morning before 10 a.m.
Please send questions or concerns via email to a-mail-corrections@augsburg.edu. Thank you.
Event Announcements
Chapel: Thanksgiving Communion & Pie
Join us for worship in the chapel at 10:40am: Thanksgiving Communion. Musicians: Prof. Bill Capman, guitar; Prof. Dan Albert, percussion. Stay after worship for coffee, pie and community time before the holiday break!
Thursday and Friday, 11/24-11/25: THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY - No Morning Chapel
We gather in Hoversten Chapel - Everyone is welcome!
Make Your List - Match it to 40% Off
As you enjoy Thanksgiving Feast with your family, remember to make a list of everyone's Christmas wishes and make those wishes come true December 1- 3 with 40% off all Augsburg clothing and gifts!
We won't even make you get up early Friday to get the deal! Just stop in with your Faculty/Staff ID and we will help you check off that list!
Eyewitness to Climate Change
The Norway Hub, at Augsburg College is proud to invite you to participate in a lecture held by Tobias (Toby) Thorleifsson on Wednesday, November 30, 2016 in OGC 100 from 2-3 pm.
Torleifsson is a Norwegian Arctic Arctic explorer, acclaimed historian, sailor, environmental education consultant. He holds a Masters degree in polar history. One of Norway's most sought after environmental speakers, Tobias has taken part in a number of Arctic expeditions in Canada, Greenland, and Russia, observing the effects of climate change and melting ice and its impact on wildlife, nature, and society.
Tobias has appeared in various media outlets to discuss his findings. He was a member of Climate Generation's 2008 Global Warming 101 Expedition to Ellesmere Island led by polar explorer Will Steger and their Longest Summer Tour across Midwest college campuses that same year.
Come join us!
We thank Climate Generation, and the Royal Norwegian Embassy for providing us with this opportunity.
If you have any questions please contact Bettine at hermansb@augsburg.edu (x1378).
A few links to view:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8Sqx-dcI5k
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gdIcTg_orKs
Nov. 29: Nazi Analogies in Political Discourse
In the last several years we have seen an increase in the use of Holocaust and Nazi comparisons in American politics. For example, Donald Trump is compared to Adolf Hitler on an almost daily basis. The Iranian regime was routinely compared to Nazi Germany during last summer's debate on the Iran nuclear agreement, while some in the gun lobby blame the Holocaust on gun control measures. Nazi comparisons are often made in a variety of issue debates ranging from abortion to climate change. The phenomenon has significant implications for how the Holocaust is remembered, and how history is interpreted. It also has profound impacts on American civil discourse.
Rep. Frank Hornstein (MN House District 61A) spent the last year exploring the issue of Nazi and Holocaust analogies in American politics as a Sabo Fellow with the Sabo Center for Democracy & Citizenship.
To explore this topic more, the Sabo Center for Democracy & Citizenship has partnered with Rep. Hornstein to host a web-based or in-person presentation and discussion entitled, "The Use of the Holocaust and Nazi Comparisons in Contemporary American Politics." The event will be moderated by Rep. Hornstein and will feature a presentation with Dr. Gavriel Rosenfeld, Professor of History at Fairfield University.
Those interested may either register to participate in the interactive livestream or attend in person at Augsburg College.
When: Tuesday, November 29 from 2-3 p.m.
Where: Riverside Room, Christensen Center at Augsburg College (or online)
To learn more, visit the Sabo Center blog: http://www.augsburg.edu/sabo/2016/11/21/sabo-fellow-rep-frank-hornstein-to-host-lecture-and-discussion-on-holocaust-and-nazi-analogies-in-american-politics/
Register to participate online: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-use-of-the-holocaust-and-nazi-comparisons-in-contemporary-american-politics-tickets-29086697094
TIAA Individual Counseling Sessions
Meet with a TIAA Financial Consultant at Augsburg College. No matter where you are in life--just getting started or planning for retirement--a session with TIAA can help you create a unique plan for your goals. And, it's at no additional cost as a part of your retirement plan. You'll get answers to these questions and more:
-Am I invested in the right mix of investments to help meet my goals?
-Am I saving enough to create the retirement income I need?
-How do I take income from my retirement account once I stop working?
-How do I plan for short-term goals such as saving for a house or education expenses?
-How do I manage debt, save money and balance various financial priorities at the same time?
Upcoming Appointment Slots, in OGC 100:
-Tuesday, December 13, 2016 8:00 - 2:00pm
-Wednesday, December 14, 2016 8:00 - 2:00pm
-Thursday, December 15, 2016 8:00 - 2:00pm
Register for a session to get an action plan created especially for you. RSVP today as space is limited. Register at TIAA.org/schedulenow or call 800-732-8353, weekdays, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (ET). We look forward to working with you.
Advent Vespers Brunch is Dec. 3
You're invited to attend a special brunch on the Augsburg College campus before the 2 p.m. Advent Vespers worship service at Central Lutheran Church on Saturday, December 3, 2016. This brunch is an opportunity for the Augsburg community to come together as part of the very special weekend. Enjoy special music, a year-end update from President Pribbenow and a keepsake copy of the Advent Vespers devotional book created by the campus ministry department.
Hoversten Chapel
Augsburg College Foss, Miles, Lobeck Center
625 22nd Avenue South, Minneapolis
Saturday, December 3, 2016
10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
$30 per person
Reserved seating on the floor will be provided with your brunch ticket.
Reserve your seats at: https://augsburg.universitytickets.com/w/
Following the brunch, guests are invited to Central Lutheran Church for the 2 p.m. Advent Vespers worship service to celebrate the Christmas season with music and praise.
For more information about the services go to: augsburg.edu/music/vespers
For more information about the brunch, to ask questions about tickets or if you have any issues acquiring tickets, please contact the Augsburg College events department at events@augsburg.edu or 612.330.1104.
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