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Sustainable Cities in North America

"Sustainable Cities in North America: Sharing what we've learned about Portland OR, Vancouver BC, and our own Twin Cities."

Professors Lars Christiansen and Nancy Fischer, along with students from their "Sustainable Cities in North America" course, will be holding this CTL-sponsored event to share with the Augsburg community the insights that we gained in Portland Oregon, Vancouver BC, and our own Twin Cities. If you have an interest in environmental issues, cities, business practices, comparative government, and the culture of the Pacific Northwest, then there will be plenty for you in this event. We hope to see you there!

Thursday, Oct. 16 in Lindell 301 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Snacks provided.

For more information, please contact Nancy Fischer (fischern@augsburg.edu) or Lars Christiansen (christil@augsburg.edu).

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David Greenlund in Vocatio Chapel Tomorrow

Augsburg College continues the Vocatio Chapel tradition on October 15 at 10:20 a.m. with pastor and potter, David Greenlund. David Greenlund is the pastor of Peace Lutheran Church in Lauderdale, MN. He has started an arts ministry at his congregation called the Artists Way.

The Artist's Way is a gathering of people from the neighborhood, the University and the church itself. Their desire is to support, challenge, and artistically work together for the sake of consciously catching glimpses of the Spirit for each other and those in our lives. The result has been seen and heard in the creation of Labyrinths, paintings, drawings, writing, storytelling, music and anyone can guess what next. It is an open group and attempts to meet weekly on Wednesdays at 7 p.m.

David is himself an accomplished potter, designer, and ceramic artist. Some of his work will be on display in the chapel while he is visiting.

Students, faculty, and staff are invited to join David Greenlund for lunch, following chapel at 11 a.m. in the Riverside Room. To RSVP, please email murray@augsburg.edu.

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Biology Colloquium -- Wednesday, Oct. 15

Project Piaba: A Conservation Project Along the Rio Negro (Amazon Rainforest)
A talk by Randy Carey

Project Piaba is a Brazilian organization dedicated to conservation efforts that benefit not just the ecology of the rainforest but also the welfare of the people who live there. The Project focuses on the native collection of fishes for the aquarium trade emphasizing responsible harvesting of an annually renewable resource while returning fair compensation to the fishermen. This results in respect for the natural habitats -- rather than deforestation. Randy Carey spent two weeks with Project Piaba on an expedition along the Rio Negro, photographing and collecting information for a published multi-part series of articles. This photo-intensive talk shows life in the rainforest and discusses some of the Project's work.

Randy Carey is an expert in Characin fishes, a very diverse family of mostly small tropical fishes that includes many well-known aquarium fish such as neon and cardinal tetras, as well as some more notorious fish such as piranhas. He is also an expert fish breeder, having successfully spawned and reared over 200 different species. He regularly provides photos and articles for a national aquarium magazine, and his current project is a book on aquarium fish, slated for national distribution next year.

The colloquium will be held Wednesday, October 15 at 7 p.m. in SCI 123. Refreshments will be provided.

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Effective Letters of Recommendation

“Writing Effective Letters of Recommendation for Students”

CTL/URGO Workshop
Oct. 28, 9:30-10:30 a.m. OR Oct. 29, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Lindell 202

Please join Dixie Shafer and Diane Pike in this workshop on improving the recommendation writing process and product. Drawing on the research and your experience and expertise, we will examine the process from the faculty, student, and recipient points of view in an interactive session.

Refreshments will be served.

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Disability Awareness Month Information

The Center for Universal Design in Education
The Center for Universal Design in Education (UDE) develops and collects Web-based resources to help educators apply universal design to all aspects of the educational experience:
instruction;
student services,
information technology, and
physical spaces.
The Center for UDE is directed by DO-IT at the University of Washington and funded by the U.S. Department of Education (grant #P333A050064) and the National Science Foundation (cooperative agreement #HRD-0227995). Consult the following resources for an introduction to and applications of UDE.
Introduction to Universal Design
Definition, principles, and processes of universal design and examples of applications in educational settings.
Postsecondary Education
Specific ways that universal design can enhance the postsecondary experience for all students.
Elementary/Secondary Education
How universal design can increase the inclusion and success of all students, including those with disabilities, at the precollege level.
Projects, Exhibits, Conferences
How projects, exhibits, and presentations can assure access to all participants, including those with disabilities.
Resources and Training
Materials for learning more about and delivering training on applications of universal design in education.
Search the Knowledge Base
Search for questions and answers, case studies, and promising practices about universal design.
Source: http://www.washington.edu/doit/CUDE/

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John Bul Dau TODAY

This is an invitation to all of you to come to the ASAC diversity event scheduled for Oct. 14 at 7 p.m. in chapel. The speaker's name is John Bul Dau, one of the Lost Boys of Sudan, featured in the film "God Grew Tired Of Us". He's a very inspiring and motivational speaker and we are excited that he's coming to Augsburg College through ASAC diversity committee. Also, there will be reception at the end of the event.

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Courage and Renewal Retreat Series

I invite you to participate in a retreat series beginning later this month. Courage and Renewal consists of five retreats, which focus on the personal and professional renewal of teachers, administrators, and other professionals. Each retreat consists of carefully designed individual, small, and large group activities around seasonal themes, which make use of the power of poetry, stories, art, nature, and guided reflection on personal and professional questions. The retreats offer an opportunity to slow down and listen to ourselves within a supportive community. All activities are invitational and there is ample personal time for reflection and renewal. Past participants have unanimously said this in the most significant professional development they have experienced.

Retreat Dates:
October 30-November 1, 2008
January 15-17, 2009
May 14-16, 2009
August 6-8, 2009
October 8-10, 2009

Each retreat begins with dinner on Thursday evening and concludes at noon on Saturday. The cost is $300.00 for double occupancy, meals and materials. Single occupancy rooms are available at extra cost. Augsburg has a fund available which has partially subsidized the fee for this retreat series. I can give you more details on this reimbursement opportunity. Participants are asked to commit to attendance at all retreats.

Please contact me if you have interest in participating or if you have additional questions. You might consider visiting the following web site for information. Minnesota Courage to Teach and Lead


petrich@augsburg.edu
330-1593

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Introduction to Moodle Gradebook

If you are interested in learning more about Moodle gradebook please join us for a hands-on session on Thursday, Oct. 16 from 1 - 2 p.m. in Foss 22A. Moodle gradebook has been updated this year and offers new features including options for updating individual grade entries in one location.

During this session we will discuss and practice:
• Setting up grading categories
• Setting up individual assignments
• Understanding weighting options
• Providing feedback for students

Please RSVP to this session by emailing krenz@augsburg.edu or strom@augsburg.edu.

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Spring Day and Winter WEC Book Requests

Just a reminder: book request for next term are due Oct. 21. Thanks to all faculty who have turned in -- we have 24% for Day and 36% for WEC in as of today! Requests may be e-mailed to Laura at forgey@augsburg.edu

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Tai Chi and Yoga this Week

The Center for Counseling & Health Promotion reminds all interested students, faculty and staff that there will be FREE tai chi instruction tonight from 5 - 6 p.m. in the Century Room (lower level of Christensen Center). Please wear comfortable clothing and feel free to bring a friend.

Also, for those interested in yoga we now have a morning yoga session on Wednesdays from 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. in the Marshall Room. This is a restorative yoga session and a great way to start your mid-week Wednesday!

The regular noon - 1:00 p.m. yoga sessions will also be available on Tuesday and Thursday in the Marshall Room. Please bring your own yoga mats for the yoga sessions.

Any questions, please call the CCHP office at 612-330-1707. All these wellness sessions are open to students, faculty and staff and are FREE!!

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Study and Intern Abroad Deadline Tomorrow

Augsburg Abroad extended the Study/Intern Abroad deadline for SPRING SEMESTER programs to tomorrow, Wednesday, Oct.15.

Visit the Augsburg Abroad web site of advising schedule and for more information on how to apply to go abroad.

www.augsburg.edu/augsburgabroad/

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Tickets on Sale for "Found"

Tickets are now on sale for Found, directed by Randy Reyes.
Available performance dates are Tuesday October 21, Wednesday October 22, and Thursday October 23 at 8 p.m. (please note that the performance time has changed from what was printed in our season brochure. Performances will begin at 8 p.m., not at 7 p.m. as was printed).

Tickets are on sale for
$5 for General Public
$4 for ACTC faculty and staff
$2 for Augsburg students and children under 12
All Augsburg students need to bring their student ID.

To make a reservation, please call 612-330-1257 with your name, phone number, the amount of tickets you would like and the type of tickets you would like. (If your call is received later than 3 p.m. the day of an evening performance, your reservation will not be taken.)

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Clearance Sale at Bookstore

All clearance items are 25% off the lowest marked price. Come check out the great deals! Sale runs through Oct. 23.

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Singer-Songwriter Night

ASAC is hosting there second singer-songwriter night this Friday, Oct. 17 at 7 p.m. Opening acts include Matt Fischer and more. Come to the Christensen Center student lounge this Friday for entertainment and refreshments.

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American Soles for Brazilian Souls

The Augsburg College volleyball team will be doing a "shoe drive" to help support the underprivileged children of Brazil. There will be a bin in the lobby of the Christensen Center on Tuesday and Wednesday to collect used pairs of tennis shoes. In addition, one free admission will be given for each pair of tennis shoes brought to the match on Wednesday, Oct. 15th @ 7 p.m. against St. Olaf. We hope to see you there!

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AFC Presents: Real People, Real Careers

In the first of four events, this Real People, Real Careers event will feature John Gozola, the Chief Internal Auditor at the ELCA Board of Pensions. Join us to talk about his role at the Board of Pensions and his CPA career. John has over 30 years of experience as a CPA, serving several large companies and consulting. He has been at the Board of Pensions for the last 15 years. John's experience in auditing, accounting, and non-profit will certainly give you a picture of real accountants in the work-place. We’ll meet in the coffee shop area. Look for the sign - see you then!

Oct. 14, 2008
6 p.m.
Coffee Shop

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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
625 22nd Avenue So., Minneapolis (corner of Riverside & 22nd Ave)

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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You Need a T-Shirt Quilt

I can turn your drawer full of Augsburg t-shirts into a warm, cozy quilt! It's a perfect holiday or graduation gift. Lap Quilt (9 shirts) $100, Twin-Size (12 shirts) $125, Full-Size Quilt (20 shirts) $150. Contact me at wheelerw@augsburg.edu for info and see an example at http://web.augsburg.edu/~wheelerw/amyb_quilt.jpg

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