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Winter Retreat

Life of the Mind Retreat
March 7, 2008
Oak Ridge Conference Center, Chaska

“Creating Dialogue on Tough Issues: Religion, Politics and Violence” facilitated by Jacqui deVries and Jim Trelstad-Porter. There are 20 spaces reserved for faculty and staff. Costs are paid by the Center for Teaching and Learning. The book “Infidel” by Ayann Hirsi Ali will be available for reading by each participant prior to the retreat. You may register by calling x1229 or send an e-mail to martin. Books for retreat participants are available in the CTL office in the link level of the library. Specific retreat information will follow in early February.

Future events can be found on the CTL webpage www.augsburg.edu/ctl

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Safe Space Training, Spring 2008

Be informed on lesbian, gay, bi, trans, questioning, intersex, and asexual issues as well as learn how to be supportive of individuals in the LGBTQIA community.

Join LGBTQIA Support Services for Safe Space Training on one of the following dates and times:

Monday, Feb. 11, 2008
1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Adeline M. Johnson Conference Room, Oren Gateway Center

Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2008
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Adeline M. Johnson Conference Room, Oren Gateway Center

Open to all Augsburg College students, faculty and staff. For more information and to RSVP, contact Will O'Berry at x1499 or e-mail lgbtqia@augsburg.edu

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Leadership: Building Blocks for Success

Don't miss this weekend's Spring Student Organizations Conference - "Leadership: Building Blocks for Success." This event will take place on this Saturday, Feb. 2, from noon - 4 p.m. in the upper level of the Christensen Center. There will be something for everybody! Learn about how to use technology in your organization, discover your leadership style, and learn how to break the program rut and take programming to the next level. Also keep in mind that each student organization is required to have at least one member present at the conference. I look forward to seeing you all there!

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The $20,000 Opportunity on Saturday

Teaching and Learning in the New Classrooms

The new classrooms are the result of the “16 Classroom Project.” Please join colleagues from Classroom Services, IT, and CTL for a session in which you have the opportunity to experience what the new classrooms offer. The 45 minute seminar will cover new ideas, pedagogy and classroom mechanics. Refreshments will be provided.

Saturday, Feb. 2 – Noon in OGC 113

There are additional links to material developed for the Teaching and Learning Spaces project on the CTL webpage www.augsburg.edu/ctl

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January is Mentoring Month

"Indeed, good mentors help to anchor the promise of the future. As young adults are beginning to think critically about self and world, mentors give them crucial forms of recognition, support, and challenge. There is more. Mentors care about your soul. Whatever the immediate challenge or subject matter, good mentors know that all knowledge has a moral dimension, and learning that matters is ultimately a spiritual, transforming activity, intimately linked with the whole of life."

From Big Questions Worthy Dreams by Sharon Daloz Parks, p. 128.

Happy mentoring!

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Think About It: It's Warm in Thailand

This May, the third trip to Thailand for Augsburg students via ENL 199/399 will happen. Join us for an unforgettable experience teaching English to students in Thai schools (no experience necessary), riding an elephant, exploring Buddhist temples, visiting not only Bangkok but Northern Thailand and a small town on the beach in Southern Thailand -- and so much more. If you have questions, please see Professor Swanson or any of the students who made the journey in May 2006 for testimonials!

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Soup & Sexuality on Tuesday, Feb. 5

Soup & Sexuality will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 5 from noon to 1 p.m. in the Century Room.

Dr. Jessica Nathanson will facilitate a discussion, entitled "Bisexuality 101." Please join us for lunch, a safe space, and open conversation.

Please contact Will O'Berry at x1499 with any questions.

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CSWL Has a New E-Newsletter

The Center for Service, Work, and Learning would like to invite you to check out our newly added career E-newsletter at http://www.augsburg.edu/cswl

The E-Newsletter will serve as a quick guide to upcoming events, workshops, career advice, and other good stuff. We are looking forward to providing students with "WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW" information.

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English Department Career Night, Feb. 4

The English Department will hold its annual Career Night, Monday, Feb. 4, from 6 - 8 p.m. in Lindell 301.

All students and majors are welcome to attend to meet alumni, professors and current English majors. This is a fun and relaxed night for anyone to enjoy. If you are an undeclared major, this is a great opportunity to become a part of a new concentration!

Free food and refreshments will be provided.

For more information, send an e-mail to one of the English Department Student Reps:
Andrea Sanow: sanow@augsburg.edu
Joe Brown: brown3@augsburg.edu
Vanessa Manning: manningv@augsburg.edu

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How to Find Your Precinct for Caucusing on Tuesday

Be prepared to give your street address and ZIP code. All Augsburg on-campus residents live in Ward 2, Precinct 7

FIND YOUR PRECINCT BY TELEPHONE
Call your county’s election office: 612 348-5151 for Hennepin Co.
OR
Call the MN Secretary of State’s office: 651-215-1440

FIND YOUR PRECINCT ONLINE
Go to Hennepin County www.hennepin.us, click on “Caucus Locations”
OR
Go to the MN Secretary of State: www.sos.state.mn.us, Click on “Precinct Caucus Finder”

FIND YOUR CAUCUS LOCATION, DATE AND TIME
Be prepared to give your precinct number. All Augsburg on-campus residents live in Ward 2, Precinct 7

Caucus date: Feb. 2, 7:00 pm
Constitution Party: www.cpmn.org, 763-227-4359

Caucus date: Feb. 5, 7:00 pm
Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party: www.dfl.org, 651-293-1200, Augsburg College, East Commons
Independence Party: www.mnip.org, 651-487-9700, also online caucusing throughout the month for those who want to switch parties or who can’t participate on caucus night
Republican Party: www.gop-mn.org, 651-222-0022, Luxton Recreation Center, 112 Williams Ave SE

Caucus date: March 4
Green Party: www.mngreens.org, 651-288-2820

Information presented by Sherilyn Young, volunteer (and Augsburg staff) in cooperation with Student Affairs. For more call 612-330-1462 or E-mail youngs@augsburg.edu.

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Partners Internship Summer Program

Twenty paid internships in the nonprofit sector, Summer 2008 - visit http://www.hecua.org for detailed information.
Application deadline is March 3. Internship projects allow students to add a valuable contribution to the nonprofit's mission.

Positions are located in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and North Dakota. Approximately 10 weeks; wage is $9.50 per hour.

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Top 10 Reasons Why You Should Participate in Your Caucus

10. Your New Year’s resolution for activism needs a boost
9. You want to get your feet wet in the political process.
8. Work with and for your community.
7. Generation "Y" rules! The Millennials rock!
6. Support good ideas of others.
5. Reserve your right to complain.
4. Speak up and speak out -- don’t remain silent.
3. Think globally, act locally.
2. It’s your privilege and right.
1. Power to the people!

Learn how to participate in the caucus process:
WORKSHOP - EVERYONE WELCOME
Day: Friday, Feb. 1, 2008
Time: noon – 1 p.m.
Place: Oren Gateway Center, Room 103
OR
Day: Monday, Feb. 4, 2008
Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Place: Oren Gateway Center, Room 103

For further information, contact Sherilyn, 330-1432 or youngs@augsburg.edu

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Challenges of Combat Veterans Returning to College

Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008, from 3:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. in Sateren Auditorium.

I am sure many of you are well aware of the large number of returning military from Iraq deployments and that our Minnesota National Guard has experienced one of the longest unit deployments since WWII for a National Guard unit. You may not be aware, however, of the large number of military-connected students we have at Augsburg. There were 73 students this past term who were veterans or currently serving military members, and that number is expected to grow to about 80 in January -- many of these students have recently returned from deployment. They face unique challenges.

To help in understanding and better our institution's ability to provide a successful academic environment, we have set up a unique educational event for faculty and staff. Chaplain John Morris and three others will be here on Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 to speak about reintegration issues that these soldiers face.

Chaplain Morris is the person in charge of the reintegration program that the Minnesota National Guard has developed, which is soon to become the national model for returning National Guard Units.

The members of the Military Support Group (Ann Garvey, Michael Bilden, Karena Jones, Sadie Curtis, and Wayne Kallestad) invite you to attend this event.

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Tickets on Sale for "The Visit"

Tickets are now on sale for the Augsburg Theatre Department’s production of "The Visit," directed by Luverne Seifert '83. The show will perform Feb. 1,2,7,8 and 9 at 7 p.m., and Feb. 3 and 10 at 2 p.m.

Tickets are priced at
$10 for General Public
$8 for ACTC faculty and staff
$5 for non-Augsburg students
$2 for Augsburg students and children under 12
(Augsburg students need to bring their student ID.)

To make a reservation, please call 612-330-1257 with your name, phone number, the number of tickets you would like and the type of tickets you would like.

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Mardi Gras Madrigals Returns Feb. 5

Join us for this medieval feast celebrating Mardi Gras in its original (medieval) sense. Mardi Gras Madrigals offers food prepared according to medieval recipes, jugglers, storytellers, games, and period music. Performers include madrigal choirs from Mahtomedi and Saint Paul Central High Schools, as well as Augsburg's own Cedar and Riverside Singers. It's an evening of good food and family fun. All are welcome.

Mardi Gras Madrigals takes place in Hoversten Chapel, next Tuesday, Feb. 5. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are available for $20 at www.augsburg.edu/mardigras.

Augsburg students can come free of charge, but space is limited and reservations are required. E-mail adamo@augsburg.edu.

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Pilates Starting on Monday

The Human Resources Department and Counseling & Health Promotion are happy to announce that there will be pilates on campus starting Monday, Feb. 4. The pilates session will be every Monday from noon - 1 p.m. in the Marshall Room.

The weekly sessions are FREE to all interested students, faculty and staff. If you have any questions, please call the CCHP office at 612-330-1707.

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Sodexho Dining Menu

Thursday
Jan. 31, 2008

LUNCH

Grilled Cheese
Turkey Melt
Tomato Soup
French Fries
Steamed Vegetables
Pasta
Shrimp Scampi
Mini Taco’s
Baked Potatoes
Sushi

Soups - Chili with Turkey or Minestrone with Pasta

DINNER

Turkey Cutlet
Mashed Potatoes
Veggie Gravy
Assorted Pizza
Steamed Rice
Pepper Steak
Tofu Stir Fry
Chicken Caesar Wrap

Soups - Chili with Turkey or Minestrone with Pasta

Menu Subject to Change without Notice Depending Upon Availability of Item(s).

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ABO Presents: KPMG Accounting Event

Next Wednesday, Feb. 6 at 6:30 p.m. in SCI 123, the Augsburg Business Organization will be hosting a presentation by KPMG including former ABO president Carolyn Mollner '07. Come hear about opportunities in the field of accounting and the internship programs offered by KPMG. A great chance to learn about some exciting opportunities!

If you'd like to learn more about ABO and receive additional notices about upcoming events, please contact our current student ABO leader gerhards@augsburg.edu and she will add you to our Moodle site.

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Auggie Athletics Update

Auggie Athletics Update (click on link for story/stats):

Wednesday, January 30:
Women's Basketball -- St. Catherine 71, Augsburg 59
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/wbasket/0708statistics/013008stcatherine.html


Upcoming Events:
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/

Friday, February 1
Men's Hockey at Gustavus Adolphus, 7:05 p.m.
Women's Hockey vs. Gustavus Adolphus, Augsburg Ice Arena, 7:05 p.m. -- LISTEN LIVE: http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/liveaudio/

Saturday, February 2:
Wrestling (WT) at Wisconsin-Eau Claire Invite, 9 a.m.
Women's Basketball vs. Hamline, Si Melby Hall, 1 p.m.
Women's Hockey at Gustavus Adolphus, 2 p.m.
Men's Basketball vs. Hamline, Si Melby Hall, 3 p.m.
Men's Hockey vs. Gustavus Adolphus, Augsburg Ice Arena, 7:05 p.m. -- LISTEN LIVE: http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/liveaudio/
Wrestling at Wartburg (Iowa), 7:30 p.m.
M/W Track and Field at Bethel Invitational.

Monday, February 4:
Men's Basketball at St. Olaf, 7:30 p.m.
Women's Basketball vs. St. Olaf, Si Melby Hall, 7:30 p.m. -- LISTEN LIVE: http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/liveaudio/

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25 Auggies Named Academic All-MIAC in Fall Sports

25 Augsburg student-athletes named Academic All-MIAC for fall sports
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/sportsnews/012808academic.html

MINNEAPOLIS (1/28/08) -- A total of 25 Augsburg College student-athletes earned Academic All-Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference honors from fall sports, it was announced recently by the conference.

Student-athletes must be a sophomore, junior, or senior (transfers must have spent a full year at their current school) with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale to qualify for MIAC Academic All-Conference recognition. Athletically, student-athletes in football, soccer, and volleyball must compete in 50 percent of their team’s varsity regular season contests. Golfers must be a member of their competing team at the conference championship and cross country runners must finish in the top 50 at the conference championship or be in the top seven of their team at the MIAC championships.

For the full list of Augsburg athletes named Academic All-MIAC, click here:
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/sportsnews/012808academic.html

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