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Writing Effective Assignments

Monday, April 14, 4:15 in Lindell 202

What strategies can improve the clarity of written and oral assignments given to students? What does the research show about how our instructions are interpreted? How can I get better work from students? Please bring a copy of a current assignment with you.

Repeated Tuesday, May 7th, 5:00 in Lindell 202.

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Portfolio Workshop

Preparing Portfolio for Review and Tenure

Thursday, April 10, 4:00 in Cedar

As we anticipate the 2008-09 academic year, how can we help colleagues best prepare for third year, tenure and promotion review?

Repeated Monday, April 21, 4:00 in Lindell 202.

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Brown Bag Lunch to Discuss DNP Program Launch

WHEN: FRIDAY, APRIL 4, 2008 @ 12:00 Noon - 1:30 PM

WHERE: RIVERSIDE ROOM

This is to invite the College Community to a “brown bag” lunch to discuss a proposed new program initiative to launch a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program in 2008-09. Topics for discussion include:

• The move to professional doctoral education in all health care disciplines---pharmacy, physical therapy, medicine, occupational therapy, etc.

• The proposed new program initiative at Augsburg College

• The difference between a DNP and a PhD in Nursing

• College resources needed to offer a DNP

• Accreditation issues

• Our “competition” and what they are doing

• Opportunities for collaboration on this degree

• Where will graduates of a DNP program practice?

• What happens to the Master of Arts in Nursing program at Augsburg?

Please bring your lunch and join the Department of Nursing faculty, invited graduate students and graduates of the MAN program, to learn more about the DNP and how the Department of Nursing is proposing to address this imminent paradigm shift in the education of advanced practice nurses.

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Matting and Framing Workshop Wednesday, April 2

Need help preparing artwork to submit to the All-Student Juried Art Exhibition? Then plan to attend a matting and framing workshop in the basement of Old Main this Wednesday, April 2, 11 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. and 6 - 8 p.m.

Matboard and foamcore will be available for purchase and some free frames available courtesy of Carter Ave. Frame Shop.

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Commons Cafeteria Extended Hours of Operation

New Extended Hours of Operation for Commons Cafeteria

Commons Cafeteria

Monday-Friday
Breakfast....7am-10:30am
Lunch….11am-4:30pm
Dinner….4:30pm-7:00pm

Saturday & Sunday
Brunch….11:30am-1pm
Dinner….5pm-6pm

Coopers Coffee Shop

Monday-Friday
7:30am-9pm

Saturday Weekend College
7:30am-4pm

Nabo Café

Monday-Friday
7:30am-8pm

Saturday 7:30am-5pm
Sunday 9am-1:30pm

Murphy’s Grill

Monday - Friday
10am-2pm

Saturday & Sunday
Closed

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Tickets on sale for "Top Girls"

Tickets are now on sale for the Augsburg Theatre Department’s production of Top Girls, directed by Darcey Engen. The show will perform April 11, 12, 17, 18 and 19 7:00 p.m. and April 13 and 20 at 2:00 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.)

The show contains adult language and themes that may not be appropriate for younger viewers.

To make a reservation, please call 612-330-1257.

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Behind Happy Faces -- April 1

Curious about mental illness? Worried about a friend or family member who may suffer from mental illness?

Augsburg students are invited to an event hosted by the University of Minnesota addressing mental health, suicide awareness, and the often very private struggles of depression and other mental illnesses. Captivating young author and speaker Ross Szabo, who has been described as “poignant, funny, and engaging” will be speaking on mental health awareness and his experiences with depression and bipolar disorder as a college student.

April 1, 7:00 pm, Great Hall, Coffman Union, University of Minnesota

Information tables, refreshments, and book signing to follow.

Preview Ross’s talks on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pn1GwgtPDfc

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Earn $10 in 10 Minutes: Participate in Research

Want to earn $10 in 10 minutes? Come to the psychology lab (Anderson 26) tomorrow from 9:00am-noon and participate in a brief experiment.

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Salsa Dance Competition Scheduled

Sodexo Dining will be hosting a Salsa Dance Competition on Wednesday April 2,2008 from 5:30pm-7pm in East Commons.

The Winning Pair will EACH receive a Nintendo Wii Console.

Sign up stations will be held in Commons Cafeteria Tuesday and Wednesday April 1st-2nd, 2008 from 11am-1:30pm.

Participants are encouraged to come dressed in full Salsa Attire.

If you are interested in judging the contest, handing out door prizes or just stopping in to enjoy the Festive Music and Contagious Latin Fever of The Salsa Dance please contact Michael Pound at poundm@augsburg.edu

Thank You

Michael Pound
Sodexo Marketing

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Rock out to Rockband

Come check out the Premature Babies Fundraiser at the Augsburg Chapel on Tuesday April 1st from 1:00-6:00 pm. We are raising money for the St. Paul's Children's Hospital NICU where they care for premature babies. Candy Coonrod will be speaking at 4:00 pm about premature babies. There will be cookies/muffins and pop/water. We will be selling tickets for our prize drawings and also Rockband will be set up so if you want to stop by and show off your Rockband skills or just support the cause come by! We hope to see you there!

Jenny, Nicole, Gina

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Frame of Mind

You are cordially invited to join Paul and Abigail Pribbenow for the spring 2008 Frame of Mind on April 3, 2008.

The evening’s selection is entitled, “The World Without Us” by Alan Weisman. This engaging, thought-experiment book examines what would happen to the systems humans have created if we were to all disappear tomorrow?

For those that may not get the chance to read through its entirety, we recommend that you focus on the Prelude, chapters 1, 2, 9, 13, 17, 18, 19 and Coda (approximately 80 pages of reading).

This event begins promptly at 5:15 p.m. at the Augsburg House, with dinner following the discussion.

There are still a few spaces open for this wonderful event! If you would like to attend, please call Mary Olson at 330-1212 to pick up your copy!

Let’s begin spring with a great book, engaging conversation and a “Frame of Mind!”

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Academic Peer Advising

Registration questions? There will be a peer adviser available at the Christensen Center in Cooper's Coffee Shop every Tuesday at 3:00 pm from March 25 - April 15th.

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The QSU Drag Show Is Coming

It is the time you've all been waiting for, the annual QSU Drag Show!

Come to the East Commons on Thursday, April 3 at 8pm to see Queens from the 90s perform and the amateur contest! Prizes will be given away! Its a great time with a lot of laughs so we'll see you there!

If you are interested in performing in the amateur contest, send an e-mail to qsu@augsburg.edu. Prizes will be given away to the top three performers. Email by Tuesday, April 1st.

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Sodexo Dining Menu -- April 1

Tuesday
April 1, 2008

LUNCH
Chicken Patty with Parmesan Cheese
Egg Plants Parmesan Cheese
Stuffed Tomatoes
Steamed Vegetables
Steamed Rice
Beef Stir Fry on
Crisp Noodle
Tofu Stir Fry
Veggie Egg Roll
Chicken Alfredo with
Pesto Sauce
Deli Bar
Pizza Bar
Soup of the Day - Cream of Mushroom and Spicy Beef Chili

DINNER
Carved Turkey
Mashed Potatoes
Gravy
Stuffing
Mixed Vegetables
Chicken Caesar Salad Wrap
Topping
Open Face Italian
Foccacia Sandwich
French Fries
Pizza Bar
Deli Bar Soup of the Day - Cream of Mushroom and Spicy Beef Chili

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First Weight Watchers Meeting -- TODAY

It's not too late! Join us TODAY - Tuesday, April 1 - as we begin our new Weight Watchers at Work series, which will last until July 22. We meet in Lindell 301 at 2:00 pm. Just bring your credit card or checkbook, and feel proud of yourself for taking the first step toward positive change.

We have a wonderful, fun, supportive group of people who would love to have you as part of our group. Questions? Contact Cherie Christ at christc@augsburg.edu or 612.330.1476.

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Sodexo Dining/Student ID

Effective Monday, March 31, 2008 our dining service cashiers will no longer be able to manually enter your student ID number at dining service locations.

Students who need to have their I.D. number manually entered must present their their ID at the time of purchase.

This is being done to protect your meal plan and flex dollars from unauthorized use.

Thank You for your understanding

Sodexo Dining

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Iron Man Bike Ride

If you would like to ride the Iron Man bike ride with the Augsburg Cycling Club please contact Beth Franklin at franklin@augsburg.edu The Iron Man bike ride is held in late April and has three different distances at 30, 60, and 100 miles. Each route is a wonderful ride through the country with wonderful rollers and great rest stops. The Iron Man is a great touring ride that has over 5,000 participants so your sure to find some company on what ever route you take. This will be a fun ride and we hope to hear from you.

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Wellness Works

This is a reminder that since spring has really not arrived yet, opportunities for indoor wellness are still available. Yoga will be offered this week between noon and 1:00 p.m. in the Marshall Room today and Thursday. All are welcome!

Also, tonight we will have tai chi instruction in the Century Room (lower level of Christensen Center) from 5 - 6 p.m. The group may be small but the passion and energy are huge!!

Any questions about yoga or tai chi, please call the CCHP office at 612-330-1707.

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President's Weekly Update

The President's Weekly Update has been posted at:

http://www.augsburg.edu/president/updates/2007/033108.pdf

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April Wednesday Gathering -- April 2

The first Wednesday of the month gatherings support our commitment to building community and practicing common work. They are an opportunity to get to know one another, exchange ideas, and collaborate in new ways.

The April lunch will be served in the East Commons of the Christensen Center from 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. The security and custodial night shift employees are also invited to the Wednesday Evening Gathering at 8:00 p.m. in the Century Room.

We hope you will invite your colleagues and plan to join us!

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Swahili Film

Save a date - April 5th, 2008. The world premier of the film "Bongoland II - There's No Place Like Home"

BRIEF SYNOPSIS:
After giving up on the pursuit of the American dream, Juma returns to his native Bongoland. What he found will forever change who he is, and no place on earth could have prepared him for the new reality.

The movie will be shown at OAKSTREET CINEMA in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The address: 309 Oak Street SE, Minneapolis, MN 55447

There will be two screenings: 2:00 – 5:00 PM & 5:00 – 7:00 PM.

Witness the artistic talents of actors from Tanzania. The film was shot in High Definition on location in the port city of Dar-Es-Salaam. The story is told in the backdrop of a tropical ambiance in this vibrant city. Vivid images of the people are breathtaking reminding you that indeed..."there’s no place like home" Let Juma take you back!

More details visit: www.kibirafilms.com

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Football Meeting

There will be a football team meeting on Wednesday, April 2, from 4pm to 6pm, in Kennedy Room 303. "Walk-ons" are welcome to attend.

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May 1 -- Beautiful Three-Bedroom in Northeast Minneapolis

Available May 1: AWESOME 3 bedroom (plus den!) upper unit of a duplex with garage, free laundry, updated kitchen, beautiful woodwork, lots of sun and space and an incredible landlord. See http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/apa/607448610.html for more information and photos. Contact Anil at 612-770-9567.

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