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Vocatio Chapel on Feb. 20 with Ruth Johnson

Ruth Johnson, M.D. will be the Vocatio Chapel Speaker on Feb. 20 at 10:20 a.m. in the Hoversten Chapel. She is a part of the ongoing Vocatio Chapel series, “Science as Vocation,” a part of Exploring Our Gifts: The Augsburg College Lilly Grant.

Ruth is Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Mayo Clinic with a specialty in breast cancer research and women’s health. Ruth earned her BA from Augsburg College in 1974 and her MD from Mayo Medical School.

In addition, Ruth is also a member of the Augsburg College Board of Regents. She lives in Rochester with her husband, Professor or Religion, Phil Quanbeck.

Lunch with Ruth will follow the chapel service at 11 a.m. To RSVP for the lunch, or for more questions about the Vocatio Chapel series, please contact Ross Murray at murray@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1151.

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Distinguished Contributions Award

DUE Feb. 22

Distinguished Contributions to Teaching and Learning
Annual Recognition 2008

The Office of Vice-President for Academic Affairs and Dean of the College
The Center for Teaching and Learning
Augsburg College

These awards recognize exemplary work by faculty and staff in support of teaching and learning at Augsburg College. Up to three awards are available annually reflecting the breadth of contributions important for a quality liberal education. Each award carries a stipend of $1,000, public recognition, and celebration.

Awards are based on evidence of student learning and student satisfaction provided by students, colleagues, and documentation; they are weighted appropriately for each of the three areas. The selection process is as follows:

• The deadline for nominations is Friday, Feb. 22, 2008. Nominations should be submitted on line. Go to: www.augsburg.edu/ctl

• Questions can be directed to Diane Pike at pike@augsburg.edu or x1228.

• Nominations consist of a one to two-page letter identifying the nominee and providing a rationale for the nomination; in addition, nominators are asked to submit three to four names (and e-mail addresses) of students and/or colleagues who can speak to nominee’s work.
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• The Selection Panel conducts confidential interviews with members of the community, reviews information and announces the awards no later than March 28. Awardees are acknowledged at the Honors Convocation and at other events. Opportunities for winners to share ideas with the campus community will take place throughout the year following the award.

The Selection Panel is invited by the Dean of the College and the Director of the Center for Teaching and Learning. This is a juried process.

Teaching Award
Sustained excellence is demonstrated through syllabi, course materials and grading patterns reflecting effective teaching and learning; exemplary work in both content and pedagogy is supported by evidence from the department chair, colleagues and students.

Mentor/Advising
Sustained excellence is demonstrated through deep conversation about and attention to vocation, career and student success overall; Students are guided through the processes leading to successful and timely graduation; Students recognize the attention and care provided by the nominee.

Service to Students/Other Direct Contributions to Teaching and Learning
Sustained excellence is demonstrated in work that contributes to students’ academic development, growth and success; Contributions are made to a positive, academic campus environment in a direct way.

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Friday Seminar, Feb. 22

"Cultural Explorations: Flamenco and the Gypsies of Southern Spain"
Presented by Kathy Reinhardt, Modern Languages

Passionate guitar rhythms, intense foot work, frenetic hand clapping and deeply expressive singing: these are some of the elements that we will examine as we explore the essence of flamenco, the dance of southern Spain. We will start by exploring the historical and cultural roots of this Spanish tradition, including the connections made between gypsies and flamenco before examining the elements that make flamenco an intense musical experience!

Refreshments are served at 3:30 p.m. in Lindell 301. The fun begins at 4 p.m.

See our web site for information about our other activities: http://www.augsburg.edu/ctl/

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ELCA Camp Fair, Feb. 21, 4 - 6 p.m.

What are you doing this summer?

Do you want a job that entails long days (you sleep in the cabin), in harsh conditions (it will probably storm at least one day), with demanding customers (kids have very high standards)?

Or do you want to work in a factory?

Consider working at a camp this summer. Every summer, hundreds of camps across the country work with children and youth. Next Thursday, Feb. 21 will be the ELCA Camp Fair. Over 20 camps will be on campus in the East Commons, recruiting you to work in the great outdoors with Children of God.

Can’t afford it? Pish-posh!

The Lilly Grant is giving away 18 stipends worth $500 to Augsburg College students who work at a summer camp. Visit Ross Murray at the camp fair for an application, or e-mail him at murray@augsburg.edu.

WORK AT CAMP!

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Volunteer to Help with Flood Relief

Spend spring break, March 16 - 20, in southeast MN to help families and the community recover from their flood destruction. Campus Ministry is sending volunteers to help dry wall, muck houses, and be available however possible to assist in the work of Lutheran Disaster Relief. You can help our Minnesota neighbors and attend by filling out an application with a deposit of $75. The applications are due by Feb. 22. Also, they can be found in and returned to the Campus Ministry office located in Foss.

If there are any questions, e-mail: Justin Dittrich dittrich@augsburg.edu or Stephanie Wood woods1@augsburg.edu.

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Live Painting and Hip Hop Event this Friday

Former Auggie Chris Allen (a.k.a. Inkproof) will be painting two new canvases to the hip-hop music of Big Jess, Mohs, Dispute One, and LiveWire. The event will be hosted by Matty V.

8 - 11 p.m.
Foss TV Studio
Free food and entertainment. Artwork and music by the performers will be available for purchase.

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ACTC Women's Studies Conference March 7

Please mark your calendars for the Second Annual ACTC Women's Studies Conference on March 7 from 3:30 - 8 p.m. in Christensen. This free, interdisciplinary conference will showcase the work that Women's Studies students are doing. Refreshments and dinner will be provided, and there are iPod door prizes. We will also have a special panel to address the question, "What can I do with a Women's Studies Major?"

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Snacks on the Go

Healthy Snacks on the Go

Now Available at Nabo Café in Oren Gateway Center next to Barnes & Noble Bookstore

Granola & Fruit
Gourmet Gummy Bears
Gummy Bears
Roasted Almonds
Cajun & Honey Roasted Peanuts
Roasted Peanuts
Gourmet Jelly Beans
Chex Mix with Dried Fruit

More selections coming soon

Have A Great Day

Sodexho Dining

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CSA Vegetable Share = Local

Interested in local, sustainable, nutritional, charitable, and affordable vegetables all summer long? Read on to learn about the new system at Augsburg to provide you with this, and each day we'll highlight a different "L" word to share the value of this program.

LOCAL - Veggies from the CSA share program (read below from details) come from farms anywhere between 30-150 miles from campus. Compare that to the average 2,500 miles your food usually travels. Most of what is delivered is picked fresh that morning, and the veggie varieties that are grown were bred for flavor, rather than the ability to be transported great distances. Yum! And what way to stimulate the economy than use your coming rebate check to invest it directly into your regional economy, rather than purchasing imported foods. For more info on the CSA program, read on...

The Campus Kitchen tries to source as much as their food from local and sustainable farmers as possible, and we want to make all this great food available to you as well.

Each summer, we buy shares of a nearby organic farm, and each week they deliver a large box full of whatever is in season (lettuce, herbs, etc. in June, tomatoes, corn, melons, plenty more in September). It's more like buying stock in a company than purchasing food at a store. We are making Augsburg a drop-off site for a farm so staff, faculty, and others are able to purchase a share and have it delivered each week to Christensen Center to pick up.

FAQ's:

How much food? > About 15-25 pounds per box per week. Plenty enough for 4 people
How long? > About 20 weeks, Mid-June through September
How much? > $400-500 (not bad for 300-400 lbs of organic produce)
Is it only veggies? > Some farms offer meat, cheese, eggs, jam as well
From where? > Still researching the best farm
When? > Dropped off in mornings, once during week
Can I split? > Sure. If you only want half, we can match you with someone else wanting the same
What do I do with things I don't like? > Donate them to the Campus Kitchen! We'll have a box to collect anything you can't use. There are also recipes provided to help you discover the flavors of kohlrabi, bok choy, arugula, and other funky varieties.

Not only is this great for the Augsburg community to have such easy access to this tasty, sustainably produced food, but it remedies the most common complaint CSA members have: too much food, too much waste, and the resulting compost guilt. Since we do have the Campus Kitchen here, anything you won't be able to handle will be prepared into the 1,500 meals we serve each month or distributed to the Brian Coyle food shelf. We have an opportunity here unlike any I have seen.

If you think that you might be interested, please let me know - noy@augsburg.edu. If you have any questions, anything that you would like us to consider (like best delivery day for you), or have a farm to suggest, please let us know. For more info on CSAs, please see http://www.landstewardshipproject.org/csa.html.

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President's Weekly Update

The President's Weekly Update can be found at:

http://www.augsburg.edu/president/updates/2007/021808.pdf

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MBA Program Open House

The MBA program is hosting an open house for Augsburg College students on Saturday, March 1 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Please join us to learn more about the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at Augsburg and how you can complete an MBA in less than 24 months.

This event will feature a sample MBA class taught by faculty member Marc McIntosh on the “Global Environment for Business.” The sample class will start at 12:15 p.m. and last about 20-30 minutes.

RSVP to Nathan Gorr at 612-330-1390 or gorr@augsburg.edu. If you are unable to attend the open house, but you would like to receive information about the program, please contact Nathan at the information above. You can also explore the Augsburg MBA on the web at http://www.augsburg.edu/mba.

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RAD Self-Defense for Women

The Rape Aggression Defense System is a program of realistic self-defense tactics and techniques for women. The RAD System is a comprehensive, women-only course that begins with awareness, prevention, risk reduction and risk avoidance, while progressing on to the basics of hands-on defense training. RAD is not a martial arts program.

Saturday, March 15 from 2 - 6 p.m. in Melby gym

-OR-

Saturday, March 22 from 2 - 6 p.m. in Melby gym

Each 4-hour session is free for Augsburg and/or returning RAD students. You may register for one or both classes, as much of the content in the first session will be repeated in the second.

Please reply to DPS Officer Jennifer Kellogg at kellogg@augsburg.edu and indicate which class you would like to register for, or if you're planning to attend both sessions. You will not be considered registered until you have received a confirmation e-mail. Please note: Space is limited to only 10 participants per 4-hour session.

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Warm up with Wellness TODAY

This is a reminder that there will be yoga instruction today (and Thursday) from noon - 1 p.m. in the Marshall Room. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring your own mat.

Also tonight from 5 - 6 p.m., there will be tai chi instruction in the Century Room (lower level of Christensen Center). These sessions are FREE to any interested students, faculty and staff and sponsored by the Center for Counseling and Health Promotion.

Any questions, please call the CCHP office at 612-330-1707.

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Blue Bunny Ice Cream Available

Blue Bunny Ice Cream Available now at Nabo Café in Oren Gateway Center next to Barnes & Noble

Stop in Today and pick up one of our many selections:

Cookies –N- Cream
Ice Cream Sandwich
Orange Dream Bar
Big Vanilla

Have A Great Day

Sodexho Dining

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Sodexho Dining Menu

Tuesday
Feb. 19, 2008

LUNCH

Beef Stroganoff
Egg Noodle
Rice
Tofu-Teriyaki Cashew
Asian Chicken Wrap
Toppings
Monte Carlo
Bacon, Turkey, Swiss
Spinach
French Fries
Deli Bar, Pasta Bar and Pizza Bar
Soup of the Day - Beef Barley and Cream of Broccoli with Cheddar

DINNER

BBQ Ribs
Veggie Ribs
Baked Beans
Orzo-Baked Beans with Spinach
Steamed Tomatoes
Scrambled Eggs
Creamy Hash Browns
Sausage Links
Omelet Bar
Toppings
Deli Bar, Pizza Bar, Pasta Bar & Waffle Bar
Soup of the Day - Beef Barley and Cream of Broccoli with Cheddar


Menu Subject to Change Depending Upon Availability of Item(s).

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Final Week to Sign up for Grief Support

Anyone struggling with grief or loss, please call the Center for Counseling & Health Promotion (330-1707) to inquire about our support group starting soon! Space is limited to eight students, so you must call to join. Please direct specific questions to counselors Jon Vaughan-Fier (x1337/vaughanf@augsburg.edu) or A Yang (x1694/yanga1@augsburg.edu).

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Full Faculty Art Exhibit Reception Friday

All are invited to the opening reception for the "Full Faculty" Art Exhibition this Friday, Feb. 22 from 5 - 7 p.m. in the Gage Family Art Gallery. Eight studio art faculty members will be displaying work in a wide range of media.

Please join us!

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Augsburg Dance Team Show

The Augsburg Dance Team will perform their performance and competition dances. They will also do a boy/girl dance with the football team. Other teams and studios from around the area will also be performing.

Last performance of the season!!!

Saturday, March 1
Time: 5 - 6 p.m.
Location: Si Melby Hall Gym

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