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Faculty Grants from CTL

Applications are now open for the 2017 annual CTL grants. Multiple recipients will be chosen for the three annual grants:

-Scholarship Grant
-Provost's Internationalization Travel Grant
-Integrated Course Design Grant

Calls for Proposals:
http://web.augsburg.edu/ctl/cfp/2017_Scholarship.pdf
http://web.augsburg.edu/ctl/cfp/2017_Internationalization.pdf
http://web.augsburg.edu/ctl/cfp/2017_ICD.pdf

Apply:
See the CTL grants webpage (http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/grants/grant-applications/) for links to the online application forms.

Deadline:
Submissions will be accepted through February 15, 2017.

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Scholarship + 2 Paid Internships for First Years

Apply to be a 2017 Kemper Scholar!

The Kemper Scholars Program is designed for first-year students who are pursuing, or intend to pursue, a business-related degree program such as accounting, data science, finance, risk management, economics, statistics, math, computer science, communications, and/or actuarial science. Scholars receive:

*Up to $10,000 yearly scholarship
*2 paid internships:
*1 paid summer internship at a nonprofit in Chicago, learning and living with 25 fellow Kemper Scholars
*1 paid summer internship at one of the many Kemper companies around the US
*Paid trip to annual Kemper Conference in Chicago; 3 summers

Augsburg is one of only 15 liberal arts colleges selected to take part in the Kemper Scholars Program. Go to http://www.jskemper.org/kemper-scholars-program to learn more about this incredible opportunity.

Please set up an appointment with URGO at urgo@augsburg.edu or x1446 to confirm your eligibility if you plan to apply. URGO is available to provide feedback on applications as well if you wish to meet with us before submitting your application.

Applications are due January 31

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Apply to Off-Campus Summer Research - Wrkshp 1/14

Each year students apply to participate in off-campus summer research programs, where they are paid to conduct research with some of the nation's top academics at universities, labs, or institutes. There are programs designed for students in the sciences and social sciences and they often include a research stipend and housing. These off-campus research opportunities provide students with the chance to meet and work with faculty in their field and to explore possible academic or career routes post-graduation.

Check out URGO's website for a list of off-campus research opportunities and then come to the application workshop below to get individualized advice and feedback on your applications!

Off-Campus Research Application Workshop
Saturday, January 14, 10-2 @ Sverdrup 201

If you are unable to attend the session but would still like feedback on your applications, please make an appointment with the URGO office at urgo@augsburg.edu or ext. 1446.

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Visit URGO for Advising on Grad School Apps

Applying to grad school? Come meet with URGO staff for individualized advising on finding and selecting programs, preparing for standardized tests, securing letters of recommendation, and writing application essays. We are here to help you through the process!

To make an appointment you can call the URGO office at 612-330-1446 or email us at urgo@augsburg.edu.

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URGO Summer Research Applications Available

Are you looking for a paid summer research opportunity here on campus? URGO applications for 2017 summer research are now available on the URGO website at www.augsburg.edu/urgo. All fields of study welcome!

We have multiple summer opportunities available for students.

URGO SUMMER RESEARCH PROGRAM
The URGO Summer Research Program is an 11-week, on-campus program where students are funded to conduct research with a faculty mentor. Students receive support throughout the research process from their faculty mentor, a Speaker Series, and weekly seminars with fellow researchers. URGO provides full-time summer researchers (400 hours) with a $4,000 stipend and housing discount while half-time researchers (200 hours) receive a $2,000 stipend. The program runs from May 15th - July 28th.

URGO SUMMER RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIPS
URGO also provides funding for students to work for a professor as a research assistant on an ongoing research project. This is a 100-hour commitment over the course of the summer and comes with a $1,000 stipend. This is an excellent opportunity to try out research for the first time or focus on a specific aspect of a research project.

Phase 1 of the applications are due February 1st, so start talking with your faculty before break to learn about what research is going on in your department!

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Contributions to Teaching and Learning Awards 2017

Students, faculty and staff - the Office of Academic Affairs and the Center for Teaching and Learning invite your nominations for the 2017 awards for Distinguished Contributions to Teaching and Learning. Augsburg annually recognizes individuals or groups that have made exemplary contributions to creating an engaging academic learning environment through awards for teaching, scholarship, or service. All faculty (full-time and adjunct) or full-time staff who have been employed at the college for at least three years are eligible for the awards.

See the CTL awards web page for detailed information on the award categories and to access to online nomination form.

http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/awards/

Nominations will be accepted through February 20, 2017.

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Important Changes Coming to Daily A-mail

The Office of Marketing and Communication, which is responsible for distributing the Daily A-mail, has developed an improved process for submitting and reading posts.

New features include:
* a simplified submission interface
* an email receipt confirming each successful submission, including the full content submitted
* the ability to edit a post after it has been submitted up until the submission deadline
* the optional daily digest sent via email will now include links to each individual post.

One important change to note with the new submission process is that the deadline for submitting A-mail will change. The new deadline for inclusion in a day's A-mail will be 11:59 p.m. the day prior to publication, rather than 10 a.m. on the day of publication. This means an A-mail can be submitted at any time during the day (including before 10 a.m.) in order to show up in the next business day's A-mail.

These A-mail updates will be rolled out over the winter break in partnership with IT. As part of this transition, A-mail will not be sent on December 27-29. In addition, as always, Daily A-mail will not be sent on the dates that are College holidays, which include December 23, 26, and 30, as well as January 2.

After the transition, a new "Submit to A-mail" option will be added the left-hand navigation at inside.augsburg.edu. We expect this to be available Dec. 29. The first A-mail sent using the new submission form will be Tuesday, January 3. Submissions for the January 3 A-mail can be submitted any time after the form is available and before 11:59 p.m. January 2, 2017.

Please send questions or concerns to a-mail-corrections@augsburg.edu.

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2016 Year End Pay Stub Review

Year End Pay Stub Review - For all 2016 faculty, staff and student workers.

In preparation for year-end 2016, we ask each employee to review the items below and contact us with any changes or updates to your personal information that we have on file.

1) Verify the Name and Social Security Number on your pay stub.

In order for the Social Security Administration to properly post your earnings, the name on your pay stub must match the name on your social security card. If your name has changed legally (marriage, divorce, etc.) and it does not match your pay stub, please submit a copy of a social security card displaying the correct name to Human Resources to update your employment record.

To help protect your identity, your social security number (SSN) is not normally printed on your pay stub. We are including it on the 12/23/16 pay stub so the SSN may be verified. Please take a look at your pay stub and verify that the correct SSN is listed. If the Social Security Number on your pay stub is incorrect, please notify HR/Payroll immediately.

2) Verify the address on your pay stub

W-2 forms will be available online by January 31, 2017, however we do request that you review the address listed on your pay stub to ensure we have your correct address on file. If address corrections are needed, an Address and Name Change Form can be found on the HR Moodle. Complete the form and return it to the Human Resources office in Memorial Hall, Rm 19. If you need any further assistance regarding your change of address please call the HR office at ext. 1058.

3) Check your tax withholdings

The tax withholdings you are currently claiming are printed on the bottom left section of your pay stub. If you wish to change your tax withholdings, please complete a new federal W-4 form; which are available from the Payroll department or may be printed from the Payroll page in the A to Z Directory.

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Einsteins Winter Break Menu

Bagels and Cream Cheese

Cheddar and Egg Sandwich

Bacon & Cheddar Egg Sandwich

BYO Deli Ham or Deli Turkey Sandwich

Tasty Turkey Sandwich

Turkey Bacon Avocado Sandwich

Veg Out Sandwich

Drip Coffee and All Regular Beverages

Assorted Grab N Go Salads, Fruit, and Yogurt

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Letter from Higher Ed Leaders on Climate Change

Continuing Augsburg's leadership on climate change action as a signatory to the American College & University Presidents' Climate Commitment (ACUPCC), President Pribbenow is one of almost 200 presidents to have signed a letter to the incoming Trump administration. Text of the letter is below and more information is at http://secondnature.org/higher-education-climate-action-letter/.
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"Dear President-elect Trump and Members of the United States Congress,

We, the undersigned leaders of higher education institutions throughout the United States, recognize our academic and ethical responsibilities to current and future generations to take aggressive climate action; to reduce our sector’s carbon pollution, to support interdisciplinary climate education, and to continue research that expands our understanding of rapidly changing earth systems. We are committed to developing and deploying innovative climate solutions that provide a prosperous future for all Americans.

We join our colleagues in the business and investment communities in supporting the science-based targets outlined in the Paris Climate Agreement. In fact, many of our institutions have voluntarily set even more aggressive carbon reduction goals to lead our sector forward and to demonstrate what is possible for others.

Therefore, we ask that you support the following:

1. Participation in the Paris Agreement, with the resulting national carbon reduction and clean energy targets, to protect the health of our current communities and our future generations.

2. Research in our academic institutions and in federal agencies to ensure that our national climate, energy, and security policies are based on leading scientific and technical knowledge.

3. Investments in the low carbon economy as part of a resilient infrastructure to ensure the country can adapt to changing climate hazards. These investments will also help grow American jobs and businesses.

The upcoming transition of federal leadership presents a unique opportunity to address head-on the challenges of climate change by accelerating the new energy economy and creating strong, resilient communities. This is particularly important for those in our communities most vulnerable to climate change. Your support for these three areas is a critical investment in the future of the millions of students we serve. We will continue to prepare graduates for the workforce as well as lead in world-class research and innovation in order to secure a healthier and more prosperous future for all.

We stand ready to assist your incoming Administration and congressional representatives to embrace this opportunity for the nation to meet these unprecedented global challenges."

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Food Service Hours

Einsteins is open from 7:30am-1:30pm, with a limited menu Monday-Friday. Einsteins will be closed on December 23rd, 26th, 30th, and January 2nd.

Nabo and The Commons are Closed.

The Commons will reopen for Dinner at 5pm on Sunday January 8th. All Food Service Locations will resume regular hours on Monday January 9th.

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Call for Nominations - Multicultural Showcase

Greetings!

This is the official call and nomination for performers for the 2017 Multicultural Showcase taking place on Thursday, January 26th, from 7-9pm at Sateren Auditorium at Augsburg College.

We are looking for student performers from the student body and from the community. These can be performers from student organizations or students involved with outside organizations. Student performances will last a total of 6 minutes in length.

We are also looking for professional performance groups from the community who are willing to share their talent with our students and community. Professional groups will have up to 15 minutes to perform. We are limiting this particular category to 2 or 3 at the most, to allow for more student performances and involvement.

Finally, I am looking for 2 emcees for the show. They will be keeping the energy going for the audience, introducing the acts, etc.

If you would like to nominate a group or a person to be a part of this wonderful event, AND/OR you are interested in or know of talent that would add value to this wonderful event, please send names and contact information to Anthony Wilder at wildera@augsburg.edu.

Feel free to forward this email to individuals who you may think would be interested.

Thank you!

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