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Congratulations Off-Campus Summer Researchers!

The following Augsburg students will be doing off-campus research this summer and should be greatly commended for their achievements:

Caitlin Kortuem - Physics (Research Experience for Undergraduates) at the University of Chicago

Reid Larson - Summer Internship program at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory, in Laurel, Maryland

Alison Heussler - REU at the University of Minnesota School of Physics and Astronomy

Steve Eichten - University of Minnesota Bioinformatics Summer Institute

Caryn Quist - Universite Louis Pasteur- Strasbourg, France -Summer NSF iREU through the University of Florida Honors Program & Fall Independent Study through Augsburg College

Michael Janas - Mathematics program at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology in Terre Haute, IN

These students deserve congratulations for all the hard work and dedication they put into their applications, and for their impressive list of accomplishments to date.

Also, thank you to the faculty who wrote letters on the students' behalf.

If anyone else here at Augsburg is doing off-campus summer research that is not on this list, please let Dixie Shafer know at shafer@augsburg.edu; we would like to recognize you as well!

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LSAT Preparation Courses

LSAT preparation courses will be held on the following dates:

Tuesday, June 3
Tuesday, June 10
Tuesday, June 17
Tuesday, June 24

The classes will meet from 6 - 9 p.m. in OGC 201. Cost $125, includes prep materials.

Register ONLINE by filling out and submitting the form at: http://www.augsburg.edu/urgo, then click on TEST PREP and LSAT prep.

If you have any questions, e-mail Dixie Shafer at: shafer@augsburg.edu

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Lindell Library Graduation Week and Summer Hours

During this graduation week, Lindell Library will be open:
Thursday, May 1 -- 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Friday, May 2 -- 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday, May 3 -- 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday, May 4 -- Noon - 6 p.m.

Regular summer hours begin May 5:
Monday-Friday -- 9 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Saturday -- 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday -- Noon - 6 p.m.

Hours are always available from the “Hours" link on the Lindell Library web site: www.augsburg.edu/library

Online library resources are also available 24/7 on that website.

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GRE Preparation Courses

GRE preparation courses will be held on the following dates:

Wednesday, June 4
Wednesday, June 11
Wednesday, June 18
Wednesday, June 25
Wednesday, July 2
Wednesday, July 9

The classes meet from 6 - 9 p.m. in OGC 201. Cost $50, includes prep materials.

Register ONLINE by filling out and submitting the form at: http://www.augsburg.edu/urgo, then click on TEST PREP and then GRE prep.

If you have any questions, e-mail Dixie Shafer at: shafer@augsburg.edu

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Students -- Commencement Events

Thursday, May 1
Commencement Rehearsal: 4:30 p.m. in Si Melby

Saturday, May 3
Eucharist: 8 a.m. in Hoversten Chapel

Baccalaureate: 9 a.m. in Hoversten Chapel
Arrive at 8:40 a.m. (wearing cap and gown) and line-up in the hallway leading from the atrium of Foss to the Music Building. The procession will lead you in double file up the center aisle of the Chapel.

Commencement Ceremony: 11 a.m. in Si Melby Hall
Arrive at 10:10 a.m. in Christensen Center (wearing cap and gown). In case of rain, line-up will be held in the basement of Si Melby. A decision will be made by 8 a.m.

Commencement receptions following ceremony:
Academic department and program receptions will be held at the following locations:

Fine Arts – Foss Center, Arnold Atrium and Tjornholm-Nelson Theater
Art, Theatre Arts, Music

Humanities – Old Main
American Indian Studies, Communication Studies, English, History, Languages and Cultural Studies, Medieval Studies, Philosophy, Religion, Women’s Studies

Professional Studies
Business Administration – Oren Gateway Center Lobby and Adeline Johnson Conference Center
Education – Sverdrup Hall, Lower Level
Health and Physical Education – Kennedy Center, Third Floor
Social Work – Marshall Room, Christensen Center

Natural Sciences and Mathematics – East Commons, Christensen Center
Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics

Social Sciences – Coffee Shop, Christensen Center
Economics, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology

Physician Assistant Studies – Anderson Hall, Lower Level

Other information:
Academic Attire: Academic dress (cap and gown) are worn for both the Baccalaureate service and the Commencement ceremony. Caps and gowns are purchased at the bookstore.
• Gowns are worn closed without jewelry or flowers
• Honor cords are worn around the neck
• Caps are worn with the mortarboard flat and parallel to the floor. Tassels are worn to the right throughout the day

Photography: Arrangements have been made with Chappell Studios to take your photo as you receive your degree. Proofs and purchase information will be mailed to you after Commencement. You are under no obligation to purchase. Chappell’s phone number is 1-800-424-3686.

Bookstore Hours: The bookstore hours on Saturday, May 3 are 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Parking: Please advise your family and friends to arrive early to allow time to park. Faculty and staff parking lots are available for guests on Commencement weekend. On-street parking is monitored by the City of Minneapolis during Commencement weekend. Parking is available, for a fee, in the Fairview/Riverside ramp.

I look forward to seeing you on Saturday!

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Faculty -- May Commencement Timeline

Please note the schedule below, for Saturday's Commencement events. If you have not informed Event Services that you plan to attend, please send an email to events@augsburg.edu.

8-8:30 a.m. Eucharist
Hoversten Chapel

9-10 a.m. Baccalaureate
Hoversten Chapel
Faculty robe and line-up at 8:40 in the Foss Green Room

Refreshments will be served in Foss Atrium after Baccalaureate.

10:20 a.m. Commencement Line-up (Foss Atrium and Music Hall Corridor) In case of rain, line-up will be in the lower level of Si Melby. A determination will be made by 8 a.m.

11 a.m. Commencement Ceremony (Si Melby)

Department and Program Receptions following Commencement Ceremony:

Fine Arts - Foss Center, Arnold Atrium and Tjornholm-Nelson Theater
Art, Theatre Arts, Music

Humanities - Old Main
American Indian Studies, Communication Studies, English, History, Languages and Cultural Studies, Medieval Studies, Philosophy, Religion, Women's Studies

Professional Studies
Business Administration - Oren Gateway Center Lobby and Adeline Johnson Conference Center
Education - Sverdrup Hall, Lower Level
Health and Physical Education - Kennedy Center, Third Floor
Social Work - Marshall Room, Christensen Center

Natural Sciences and Mathematics - East Commons, Christensen Center
Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics

Social Sciences - Coffee Shop, Christensen Center
Economics, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology

Physician Assistant Studies - Anderson Hall, Lower Level

Please join the celebration on May 3. I look forward to seeing you.

Barbara

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Bulk Sale Pick Up

Now that I've ordered my bulk sales items, where and when do I pick them up?

You can pick up everything (besides soda) in Murphy's office (downstairs of CC) on Tuesday after 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. through Friday. Your soda will be in on Friday afternoon. If there are any questions, please feel free to e-mail me at crossj@augsburg.edu.

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Sexual Assault Advocate/Educator Opportunity

Are you interested in issues of sexual assault and relationship violence? Wanting to offer peer support to survivors, or wanting to increase awareness on the Augsburg campus about these issues? Wanting a great training opportunity that will provide real experience in the field of psychology/social services? The Aurora Center at the University of Minnesota is opening their trained peer Crisis Line, Legal Advocate and/or Violence Prevention Educator volunteer opportunities to Augsburg students. Augsburg students could bring their learning back to the Augsburg community through educational programs, or provide crisis and advocacy support to U of M and Augsburg students who have experienced sexual assault and other relationship violence.

The next Volunteer Training will be May 27 - June 6 (for Crisis Line or Legal Advocates) or May 27 - June 3 (for Violence Prevention Educators). For more info, go to the Aurora Center website Volunteer Training page: www1.umn.edu/aurora/events/training.html. Or, you can contact Beth Carlson on campus at x1136 to learn more about this opportunity. Applications are due May 9.

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Interested in learning more about Augsburg’s MBA?

Please join us for a Bagels and Business Open House. Enjoy coffee and a bagel while learning more about the Augsburg MBA program as well as our concentrations in health care, marketing, and finance.

Saturday, May 17, 2008
Oren Gateway 103
8:30 - 10 a.m.

For more information, contact Nathan Gorr at gorr@augsburg.edu.

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Two Scholarships

Free Money!

1. Tylenol Scholarship

Training qualified people to work in health-related fields is critical to achieving America’s high standards of healthcare. However, education costs are rising steeply, making it increasingly difficult for some of you to and your parents to keep up. That’s why Tylenol is continuing their annual scholarship program.

In 2009, the maker of Tylenol (pain killer) will be awarding a total of $250,000 in scholarship money to outstanding students who are pursuing health-related studies. Apply online at www.tylenol.com/scholarship, access key TYNL. Applications must be submitted by May 15, 2008.

2. Mike Augustin Scholarship

The Mike Augustin scholarship fund has been created in honor of the former St. Paul Pioneer Press sports writer. Mr. Augustin covered Minnesota sports for many years. He was especially fond of the Minnesota private schools and their emphasis on a liberal arts education. Believing in the importance of acknowledging the fine accomplishments of those who dedicate both time and energy in being a student, the Mike Augustin scholarship fund is offering four $500 scholarships to qualified applicants.

Qualification requirements include:
1. Must be a Junior or Senior, full-time college status for the enrollment year;
2. Must have a major in the field of communication studies or education;
3. Must be enrolled in a 4-year private college or university in the state of MN;
4. Must have a GPA of 3.0 or above

Application requirements include:
1. Submit a 1 page essay that includes your goals and future professional aspirations in your field of study. You may want to include an experience that has been important in clarifying or strengthening your motivation for a career in communication studies or education.
2. Provide a current college transcript.
3. Provide one letter of recommendation.
4. Completion of included application (please copy and paste application below).
5. Complete applications must be received by June 1 of the enrollment year.
6. Previous winners are not eligible.

***** Mike Augustin Scholarship Application *****

Applicant’s name:_________________________________________________________

Address:________________________________________________________________

City:_______________________________________ State:__________ Zip:_________

Telephone:_______________________________________________________________

College:_________________________________________________________________

Sex:___________

When do you expect to receive your bachelor’s degree?___________________

Which will you be in the upcoming g academic year? ____Junior Senior____

What is your undergraduate major?___________________________________

What is your cumulative GPA?_______

At your school, what numerical grade is equivalent to an A?_______

List any awards, honors, or scholarships you have received at the collegiate level.
_______________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________

List activities in which you participated at your college relevant to your major interests.
_______________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________

*Application must be received by June 1 of the enrollment year.

Entries can be mailed to:
Tom Cross
2184 West 7th St.
St. Paul, MN 55116
For further information, contact Tom Cross at,
Phone: (651) 696-6157
Email: crosst@macalester.edu

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Make Your Donation to the Senior Class Gift Today!

It's not too late to make a donation to the Class of 2008 Senior Gift! Any amount helps to support the new student lounge in Christensen and students who give $10 or more get a 2008 Senior Class Gift t-shirt! To make your gift, go online to www.augsburg.edu/giving and choose "2008 Senior Class Gift" as the designation. Anyone who makes a donation before Friday will be honored on a commemorative listing at the commencement reception as well. For questions or comments call Martha at x1652 or truaxm@augsburg.edu.

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American Association of University Women (AAUW)

Attention all Graduating Female Seniors:

You are eligible to join the American Association of University Women (AAUW), the nation's leading voice in promoting education and equity for women and girls. AAUW advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, and research.

AAUW not only provides information, it provides opportunities for its members to take action, by --
• Providing a national network of like-minded individuals
• Offering tools for grassroots activism
• Briefing policy-makers on women’s and girls’ issues
• Offering opportunities to communicate directly with a congressperson on women’s and girls’ issues
• Sponsoring conventions and student conferences
• Launching branch and national programs
• Offering nearly $4 million a year in fellowships and grants
• Supporting plaintiffs challenging sex discrimination in colleges and universities
• Making a global impact through international initiatives and partnerships

For more information and to become a member, check out http://www.aauw.org/. For the Minnesota branch, visit https://svc.aauw.org/about/branchlist.cfml?stateid=MN. For the National branch, visit https://svc.aauw.org/about/branches.cfm.

Augsburg AAUW contact: Assistant Professor Christina Erickson
ericksoc@augsburg.edu
612-330-1704

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Kathy Appreciation Day!

She always knew your favorite coffee beverage and supplied you with the caffeine to get through finals! Today at noon in the coffee shop, come say "thanks a latte" to your favorite Augsburg barista!

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Thursday Lunch May 1

Lunch for Thursday, May 1, will be in Murphy's. The grill will be closed to make room for commons food. Commons is hosting the Faculty Appreciation lunch. Sorry for any problem that this may cause.

Thank You

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Augsburg Dining Menu May 1

LUNCH: In Murphy's
Italian Sausage Pasta
Italian Roasted Veggies
Bread Sticks
Burgers
Veggie Burgers
French Fries
Steamed Veggies
Pizza & Deli Bar

DINNER: In the Commons
Chicken Bacon Club Wrap
Toppings
Pasta w/ Creamy Tomato Sauce
Pasta w/ Creamy Tomato Sauce & Shrimp
Corn Dogs
French Fries
Steamed Veggies

SOUPS:
Chicken Noodle
Curry Lentil

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StepUP Program Survey

The StepUP Program is gathering feedback in an effort to improve program services. Your participation is crucial to our process - only 3 days left. Please consider taking 5 minutes during this hectic time to complete the online survey.

To participate in this survey, please click on the link below.

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=v33fvL30aTdRS5xN0cfZvg_3d_3d

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Auggie Athletics Update

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

Wednesday, April 30:
Softball -- Augsburg 2, Bethel 1
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/softball/0708statistics/043008bethel.html

Women's Track and Field -- Augsburg at St. Thomas Tommie Twilight Meet
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/track/


Upcoming Events (ALWAYS CHECK ONLINE BEFORE YOU GO FOR CANCELLATIONS/POSTPONEMENTS):
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/

Thursday, May 1:
Baseball vs. St. Thomas, Parade Stadium, 2:30 p.m. -- LIVE AUDIO: http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/liveaudio/

Friday, May 2:
M/W Track and Field at Hamline Meet of the UnSaintly.
Softball at MIAC Championships, Rice Creek Field, Shoreview, Minn.

Saturday, May 3:
Softball at MIAC Championships, Rice Creek Field, Shoreview, Minn.

Sunday, May 4:
Baseball at Gustavus Adolphus, 1 p.m.

Tuesday, May 6:
Baseball at Concordia-Moorhead, 1 p.m.

Friday, May 9:
M/W Track and Field at MIAC Outdoor Championships at Hamline.
Baseball at MIAC Championships at Northfield/Dundas.

Saturday, May 10:
M/W Track and Field at MIAC Outdoor Championships at Hamline.
Baseball at MIAC Championships at Northfield/Dundas.

Sunday, May 11:
Baseball at MIAC Championships at Northfield/Dundas.

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Auggie Softball in MIAC Playoffs!

Augsburg's softball team will compete for the first time in the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Playoffs, which will be held Friday and Saturday (5/2-3) at Rice Creek Fields in Shoreview.

Action starts on Friday at 3 p.m., as No. 4-seed Augsburg faces top-seed St. Thomas, the No. 4-ranked team in the country. Gustavus and Hamline will face off in the other first-round game at 3 p.m. The winners and losers of the first-round games will meet at 5 p.m. in the double-elimination tournament. Games continue on Saturday starting at 11 a.m.

To get to Rice Creek Fields from Augsburg, take I-35W north to the County Road J/85th Avenue exit. Take a right onto 85th Avenue, and a right onto Rice Creek Drive. The field will be about a half-mile south on the left side. (exact address for Google Maps/Mapquest users: 5880 Rice Creek Parkway, Shoreview, MN 55126).

The MIAC's softball tournament page is online:
http://www.miac-online.org/Sports/softball/2007/sbtournament08.asp

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