Monday, February 15, 2010
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Teaching and Learning

Urban Agriculture Classes

The Permaculture Research Institute will be hosting 5 courses at Augsburg College regarding Urban Agriculture topics. This will happen Wednesday evenings, beginning Feb. 17th.
Location is SCI 123 from 7-9:30.
The cost is waived for Augsburg students and employees!
The topics are:
Feb. 17: Small Plot Intensive Farming
Feb. 24: Basics of Organic Farming
Mar. 3: Bio intensive Growing
Mar. 10: Field Layout and Design for Production
Mar. 17: Feeding your community one tomato at a time: Marketing strategies and options

Please email Mo at allen@augsburg.edu for information on the topic for each class and to reserve a spot.

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Speaking of Scholarship: Tues. 2/16

Faculty, staff and students are welcome to attend tomorrow's Speaking of Scholarship presentation. Students Emily Merhar ('09, Art), Jessica Fanaselle & Taylor Norman (English) present their 2009 URGO Summer Research!

12:15-1:15 p.m.
OGC 100
Hors d'oeuvres served

Emily Merhar, Art
Contemporary Ceramic Dishware with Terra Sigillata, Influenced by Cedar Avenue

Last summer I connected the process of creating art with the experience of living in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood. My research had two purposes: (1) to learn the terra sigillata (terra sig) method of sealing pottery and (2) to create ceramic pieces reflecting the unique cultural diversity of our East African neighbors on Cedar Avenue. My observations of everyday occurrences as well as visits to local stores, restaurants and mosques inspired the colorants, texture and decorative effects I used in creating terra sig-sealed dishware sets. Mentor: Dr. Robert Tom (Art)

Jessica Fanaselle & Taylor Norman, English
Digitizing Aldo Leopold's A Sand County Almanac: Recreating an Undergraduate Research Experience

It has been our ongoing goal since May of 2009 to make researching simpler for undergraduate students, and in the process understand how students research. To this end we created three different online versions of Part One of Aldo Leopold’s A Sand County Almanac, linking selected elements to the newly-digitized Leopold archives. We tracked the students’ movements in the online texts and asked them questions before and after reading to determine which version was most helpful. This presentation will focus on our experiences in the Leopold archives (in Madison, WI), the creation of the three hypertext versions of ASCA, and the results from the first group of students using our online versions. Mentor: Dr. Colin Irvine (English)

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"Speaking of Scholarship" is a weekly forum for sharing the richness and range of research and creative activity carried out by Augsburg faculty and students. The series is sponsored by CTL and URGO.

Each week features one faculty or two students presenting their current research, finished research product(s), and/or insights on the process of conducting research or engaging in creative activity at a liberal arts college. The rest of the hour is reserved for informal conversation on audience questions or issues raised in the presentation.

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Scholastic Connections Application Deadline 3/1

Attention Students of Color –

Do you have the following?
• A GPA of 2.5 or higher
• Leadership ability
• Community involvement
• Demonstrated financial need

Could you make use of an alumni mentor and a $5000 scholarship?

Apply for Scholastic Connections – check out the web page at Inside Augsburg, A to Z Directory, Scholastic Connections.

Applications should be comprehensive and thorough as this is a very competitive process with only 5 new recipients selected for 2010-11.

Please note: If you have submitted an on-line application and not received confirmation from the director, please contact her immediately.

Cindy Peterson, Director
Scholastic Connections
petersoc@augsburg.edu
612-330-1754

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General Announcements

 


February 16: Mardi Gras Madrigals, Huzzah!

The Goliard Society of Medievalists invites you to celebrate Mardi Gras in medieval style. It's Mardi Gras Madrigals! Huzzah!

Mardi Gras Madrigals features jugglers and musicians, storytellers and poets, and a full medieval feast -- eaten without utensils, of course. Madrigal choirs from Saint Francis and Minnetonka high schools will sing, as well as the newly formed Augsburg Madrigal Singers. Beautiful music, good food and company, and plenty of silliness and merriment. Huzzah!

Mardi Gras Madrigals takes place next Tuesday, February 16th, in Hoversten Chapel. Doors open at 6:30 PM. Tickets are $20, but are free for Augsburg students with a valid ID. (Space is limited and students still need to make a reservation.)

To purchase tickets or reserve your place, go to http://www.augsburg.edu/mardigras.

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Mardi Gras Lunch in the Commons

UWWWEEE, Come on up to the Commons for Mardi Gras and our take on a Fat Tuesday Lunch..on Tuesday. Check out the decor, get some beads (appropriately please) and listen to some authentic New Orleans Jazz. Oh and most importantly the delicious food. So please come and and prepare for lent the right way, the Augsburg Dining way.

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Weight Watchers at Work

We've had over 15 people sign up for the Weight Watchers At Work meetings, so we will officially begin the meetings this Wednesday, February 17th from 12:00pm-1:00pm in the Lindell Library-Room 301.

If you were unable to attend the Weight Watchers At Work Informational Meeting, it's not too late sign up.

The cost is $156.00 for 12 weeks, but with Augsburg's commitment to wellness, an incentive has been added. If you attend at least 9 of the 12 meetings, a refund will be given on your paycheck of $36.00 at the end of the program. Payroll deductions are also being offered. (With the incentive, that's just $40.00 per month!)

If you are interested in signing up or would like more information, please contact me at huebner@augsburg.edu or call 612-330-1030.

Please Note: If you are a current Weight Watchers Member in your community and are paying by the week or using pre-payment coupons, you are welcome to transfer to the At Work program. However, if you are currently utilizing the Monthly Pass, it does not transfer to the At Work program and does not allow you to attend At Work meetings. You always have the option of canceling the pass to take advantage of the convenience of the At Work program.

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McNair Scholars Student Interest Sessions

Interested In Graduate School?

Come learn more about the Augsburg McNair Scholars program. The McNair Scholars Program is a federal TRIO program funded by the U.S. Department of Education and administered through Augsburg College. The goal of the McNair Scholars Program is to increase doctoral degree attainment of students from segments of society underrepresented in graduate studies. The Augsburg TRIO McNair program is funded to work with 25 full-time students per year.

The Augsburg McNair program prepares students for graduate study through an intensive faculty-scholar research experience, tuition-free coursework, individual advising, GRE preparation and seminars on the graduate school experience and application process. All program offerings are enhanced by a supportive, diverse and rich learning environment here at Augsburg and nationally in collaboration with other McNair programs.

The McNair Scholars program is now accepting applications for students who will begin the program in the fall of 2010. McNair staff will hold two informational sessions for Augsburg students. The sessions are intended to provide more information about the program, as well as outline the eligibility criteria. Eligibility guidelines are set by the United States Department of Education Federal TRIO programs.

Dates for the informational sessions are: (select one):

Thursday, February 18, 2010
Time: 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Location: Old Main 208

Friday, February 26, 2010
Time: 12:15pm – 1:15pm
Location: OGC 100

If you would like additional information about the program, contact Dan Jackson, Assistant Director, McNair Scholars Program, at 612-330-1680 or jacksond@augsburg.edu . Please RSVP by choosing a session & email Lara Crombie, Program Assistant, McNair Scholars Program, at crombie@augsburg.edu . If you are interested, but unable to attend one of the two sessions, please contact us as well.

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Join the Games

Join in with a new student club playing board games and card games.
We play a wide variety of games.
We welcome newcomers and take time to learn new games.

Join us for games on
Sat., Feb. 20, 10 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Marshall Room,
Christensen Center, Main Floor (just behind the Art Gallery).

For more information, E-mail brands@augsburg.edu.

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Event Announcements

TONIGHT – Becker CPA Presentation 5 p.m.

Are you interested in taking and passing the CPA exam?

Monday, February 15
5:00-6:00pm
OGC 113

There will be a Becker CPA presentation about the CPA exam, the Becker review resources, and application information.

If you are planning on taking the exam or just want to learn more, please come! There will be food, pop, and prizes too.

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TONIGHT – Stalla CFA Presentation 4 p.m.

Do you know what a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation is? Are you interested in taking and passing the CFA exam?

Monday, February 15
4:00-5:00pm
OGC 113

Come learn about the "gold standard" of the finance profession. The Stalla CFA presentation will include information about the CFA designation and the exam.
Come whether you are planning to take the exam or just want to learn more There will be food and prizes too.

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Keeping Track of Auggies

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Auggie Athletics

Auggie Athletics Update

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

Friday, February 12:
Wrestling -- Augsburg 32, Wisconsin-Stevens Point 3
http://athletics.augsburg.edu/news/2010/2/12/wres021210.aspx?path=wrestling

Men's Hockey -- Augsburg 4, St. Olaf 1
http://athletics.augsburg.edu/news/2010/2/12/mhoc021210.aspx

Women's Hockey -- St. Olaf 9, Augsburg 2
http://athletics.augsburg.edu/news/2010/2/12/whoc021210.aspx


Saturday, February 13:
Women's Basketball -- Carleton 86, Augsburg 68
http://athletics.augsburg.edu/news/2010/2/13/wbb021310.aspx?path=wbball

Men's Basketball -- Carleton 68, Augsburg 60 (OT)
http://athletics.augsburg.edu/news/2010/2/13/mbb021310.aspx?path=mbball

Men's Hockey -- St. Olaf 3, Augsburg 2
http://athletics.augsburg.edu/news/2010/2/13/mhoc021310.aspx?path=mhockey

Women's Hockey -- Augsburg 2, St. Olaf 2 (OT)
http://athletics.augsburg.edu/news/2010/2/13/whoc021310.aspx?path=whockey

Men's Track and Field -- Augsburg at Carleton Meet of Hearts
http://athletics.augsburg.edu/news/2010/2/13/mtrk021310.aspx?path=mtrack

Women's Track and Field -- Augsburg at Carleton Meet of Hearts
http://athletics.augsburg.edu/news/2010/2/13/wtrk021310.aspx?path=wtrack


Upcoming Events:
http://athletics.augsburg.edu/

Wednesday, February 17:
Women's Basketball vs. Bethel, Si Melby Hall, 7:30 p.m.
Men's Basketball at Bethel, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday-Saturday, February 18-20:
Women's Swimming at MIAC Championships, University of Minnesota Aquatic Center.

Friday, February 19:
Men's Track and Field at Minnesota Snowshoe Open, 4:30 p.m.
Women's Basketball vs. St. Mary's, Si Melby Hall, 5:45 p.m.
Women's Hockey at Bethel, 7 p.m.
Men's Hockey vs. Bethel, Augsburg Ice Arena, 7:05 p.m.
Men's Basketball vs. St. Mary's, Si Melby Hall, 7:45 p.m.

Saturday, February 20:
Wrestling hosting NCAA Division III Great Lakes Regional, Si Melby Hall, 9 a.m.
Women's Track and Field at Minnesota Parents' Day Open, 10 a.m.
Men's Hockey at Bethel, 7 p.m.
Women's Hockey vs. Bethel, Augsburg Ice Arena, 7:05 p.m.
Men's Track and Field at St. Olaf Tostrud Classic.

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