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Apply TODAY for Fac Dev Grant from Lilly Endowment

Interested in learning from your colleagues who teach abroad? Curious how to incorporate faith and vocation into your teaching? Please consider applying for the Lilly Faculty Development Grant offered through the Office of International Programs. The purpose of the grant is to provide Augsburg faculty with an opportunity to participate in professional development opportunities at Center for Global Education sites that include reflection on faith and vocation in a global context. This can be done in the context of the CGE professional development seminar taking place summer 2009, by participating as a co-leader on an existing Augsburg Abroad faculty-led program to a CGE site, or by attending one of the open trips that CGE advertises.

All Augsburg faculty are eligible, but preference will be given to faculty who have not yet led a study abroad program to a CGE site, but are considering proposing a program. Preference will also be given to faculty in disciplines that are under-represented in study abroad (i.e. science, math).

The grant covers travel costs for three faculty members in the calendar year 2009, up to $2000 per person. The application is available in the Office of International Programs public file, under “Lilly Funding Applications.” The deadline to apply is October 1, 2008.

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Lilly Lunch with Tom Morgan Oct. 15

Staff and faculty are invited to enjoy a complimentary lunch courtesy of the Lilly Program as Tom Morgan, executive director of the Augsburg Center for Faith and Learning, shares his reflections in a talk entitled, “When You Come to a Fork in the Road, Take It: Intersections in a Big Picture.”

The lunch will take place on WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15 from 12:10-1:15 PM in East Commons. Please register early! Space is limited!

To make your reservation, please call or e-mail Diane Glorvigen at x1334 or glorvige@augsburg.edu. (Deadline: Friday, October 10)

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Apply to Study Abroad TODAY

You may have heard about two great opportunities to study abroad this January. Well, the deadline to apply is Wednesday, October 1! Contact our office or stop by to learn more about these exciting programs:

+ An American Indian Studies course on Indigenous Issues in Guatemala.

+ A Religion course on Vocation and the Christian Faith in El Salvador.

You can study abroad without missing a regular semester, enjoy warm weather in January, fulfill your Augsburg Experience requirement... And it’s affordable!

So what are you waiting for? Visit our web site for information on advising hours and how to apply by October 1: www.augsburg.edu/augsburgabroad/

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October is Disability Awareness Month

QUESTION: What is National Disability Employment Awareness Month?

ANSWER: Congress has designated each October as National Disability Employment Awareness Month. This effort to educate the American public about issues related to disability and employment actually began in 1945, when Congress enacted a law declaring the first week in October each year "National Employ the Physically Handicapped Week." In 1962, the word "physically" was removed to acknowledge the employment needs and contributions of individuals with all types of disabilities. In 1988, Congress expanded the week to a month and changed the name to "National Disability Employment Awareness Month." www.dol.gov/odep

In recognition of NDEAM, the CLASS Office and the Access Office are offering opportunities to learn more about issues related to disability and services that are available at Augsburg.

Oct. 9, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Information table in Christensen Center Check out the “Brain on a Stick”

Oct. 22, 3 – 5 p.m., Grove’s Lab Open House and Ice Cream Social Location: Foss 17A See and experience technology in action!

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Graduate and Professional School Day at the U of M

The University of Minnesota will be having their annual Graduate and Professional School Day on Wednesday, October 8, 2008 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. The event will be held in Coffman Union, Great Hall, and is FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

Graduate and Professional School Day is a great way to connect with a large number of graduate schools without leaving campus! About 100 graduate/professional programs and 900 students participate. Take advantage of this opportunity to explore grad school options.

Juniors, Seniors, Graduate Students, alumni, staff and community members:
You'll learn about specific programs from graduate and professional school representatives, collect application and financial aid information, get tips on funding graduate and professional school and learn how to navigate the application process.

First- and Second-Year Students:
You can explore graduate school options, build networks for the future, get tips from grad school representatives on undergraduate preparation and co-curricular activities

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Special Workshops (free!) offered during the event:

How to Apply to Graduate and Professional School (offered at 11 a.m.)

Funding Graduate and Professional School (offered at 1 p.m.)


WHO CAN ATTEND AND HOW?

While this event targets University of Minnesota students, anyone is welcome to attend. You can stop by any time between 10 and 2.

Individuals with a U card will be asked to swipe their card at the door.
Individuals without a U card will be asked to sign-in at the door.
The event is free, and you do not need to pre-register to attend.


HOW TO PREPARE
Follow these tips to make the most of this event:

Look at the list of participating schools (see below) and check out their Web sites to identify programs that interest you. Prioritize your list of schools to make effective use of your time at the event. Dress appropriately: first impressions count! Business casual is the recommended attire. Bring questions for the schools (e.g., What are your course offerings?) and be prepared to answer questions (e.g., Why do you want to attend graduate school?). Bring a pen, and if you share your contact info, be sure to write legibly! Grad school recruiters sometimes mention they can't follow up with students because they can't read their writing. Consider bringing your own mailing labels to affix to forms.


PARTICIPATING SCHOOLS

See the list of schools at our 2008 Graduate and Professional School Day at:
http://www.cclc.umn.edu/GSD/participating.html


CONTACT INFO: If you have any questions, or you'd like more info about Graduate and Professional School Day, contact the U of M's Career and Community Learning Center at 612-624-7577 or cclc@class.cla.umn.edu.

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ASAC presents Hyland, AFA, and The New Music Machine

ASAC presents local rock bands Hyland, Aiming for Aurora, and The New Music Machine (featuring Augsburg student Aren Olson). This concert will take place Friday, October 3rd at 7PM in the East Commons of Christensen Center. This event is FREE!!!! There will also be FREE popcorn!!!! Come and support the Twin Cities music scene, and bring your friends!

Check out these acts at:
myspace.com/hylandrock
www.myspace.com/aimingforaurora
myspace.com/thenewmusicmachine2

For info about this event or any music event from ASAC, e-mail billingm@augsburg.edu or seth.lienard@gmail.com

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Hispanic Heritage Celebration with Flamenco

INVITATION

All are invited: faculty, staff and students

Thursday, October 2nd at 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Zorongo Flamenco will perform in Christensen Center’s main lobby.

Zorongo Flamenco is an American Spanish dance comprised of dancers and guitarists – renowned for bringing the power, passion and virtuosity of the art of dancing to all audiences. Flamenco’s essence combines the dancing soul of Spain with the lively innovative spirit of America in today’s world of entertainment; it relates to contemporary audiences’ curiosity and enjoyment through its colorful dresses, music and rhythmic steps.

Please come and celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!

Event sponsored by:
Spanish Club
Spanish Conversation Group
ALAS (Latina/o Student Organization)
Hispanic/Latino Student Services

For information call Emiliano at x1309 or chagil@augsburg.edu.

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Augsburg College Democrats

If anyone thinks they might be interested in joining the upstart Augsburg College Democrats, or if you just want more information, let me know. Meetings may start next week.

madland@augsburg.edu

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Nuruddin Farah: "The Power of Words"

On October 15th, Augsburg College will host the award-winning Somali writer, Nuruddin Farah. The event, “The Power of Words,” will include Farah’s reading from his latest novel, _Knots_, as well as time for discussion and book-signing.

Date: Wednesday, October 15th, 2008
Times:
6:00 – 7:30 p.m. - Reading and discussion
7:30 – 8:30 p.m. - Reception and book signing
Location:
Augsburg College
Hoversten Chapel in the Foss Center

Mr. Farah is the author of ten novels, including _Knots_. His novels have been translated into more than twenty languages and have won numerous awards. Mr. Farah has been noted for his unique representation of the postcolonial experience in Africa; he depicts the vicissitudes of family life in the face of the withering effects of patriarchy, colonization, and state-sanctioned terror. His approach closes an important gap in the dominant anti-colonial discourse inspired by Frantz Fanon’s theories, which glossed over the hegemonic devastations of traditional African patriarchy.

Farah was named the 1998 laureate of the Neustadt International Prize for Literature, “widely regarded as the most prestigious award after the Nobel” (_The New York Times_). Born in Baidoa, Somalia, Mr. Farah has lived in exile in many African countries, including Ethiopia, Gambia, Sudan, Uganda, and Nigeria. He now lives in Cape Town, South Africa.

According to Michele Levy in _World Literature Today_ (Sept/Oct 2007), through the “quest” of its remarkable heroine Cambara, Farah’s _Knots_ “explores the impact of diaspora and globalization on Somalis at home and abroad, portrays how civil war brands psyches and cities, and expands our distant vision of Mogadishu.”

This event is sponsored by the following Augsburg departments and organizations: Work Culture @ Augsburg, International Student Organization, Pan-Afrikan Center, English Department, Office of International Programs, Center for Service, Work and Learning, and World Visions Book Group.

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Wednesday Gathering

Cold days call for warm soup in bread bowls!

Please join us today in the East Commons from 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

The security and custodial night shift employees are also invited to the Wednesday Evening Gathering at 8 p.m. in the Minneapolis Room.

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

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Spanish Conversation and Flamenco

Looking for a place to practice your Spanish? Whether you are fluent or just getting started, our conversation group gives you the chance to practice without any pressure! This Thursday we will meet from 11 a.m. - noon in the Riverside Rm, 2nd fl. of Christensen Center, by the cafeteria. Stay as long as your able and bring your lunch if you'd like. Remember, after your 3rd visit you will receive a free t-shirt that says, "Augsburg Habla Espanol"!

At noon we will go to the coffee shop in Christensen to watch Zorongo Flamenco as they perform the fiery and passionate Spanish dance of flamenco. We hope you can join us! If you have any questions, please contact Kate Reinhardt, Anita Fisher or Emiliano Chagil.

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Financial Aid/Student Account Window Hours

The Financial Aid and Student Account window will be closed from 12:30-3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 1 for a staff training. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Thank you

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Fall Art Tour this Saturday

This Saturday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. you can travel to seven college campuses to enjoy fine art, food, and music without spending a dime! Free shuttles will take you and your friends--all you need to do is show up.

The first bus leaves Augsburg at 4 p.m. and they come every 15-20 minutes. Meet under the skyway on the 7th Street between Lindell and Memorial.

Hope to see you!

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Fall Staff/Faculty Gathering

The Fall Staff/Faculty Gathering will be held on Wednesday, October 22nd at 3:30 p.m. in the East Commons. Socialize, enjoy pie, and have a chance to win a door prize!

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Free Upholstered Chairs

I have two free upholstered chairs for anyone who would like them. Below is a link to a photo of them. Contact Kathy at 612-330-1365.

http://web.augsburg.edu/~kuross/chairs.jpg

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