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Friday Lunch with Bruce Reichenbach
My China Experience
February 19, 11:30-1:00 in the Marshall Room
"They said that my Chinese is not Chinese. So how did I teach philosophy in Zhuhai? I will reflect on a great semester teaching experience at UIC and encourage you to explore this amazing opportunity for yourself."
Lunch will be available. RSVP to x1229
Distinguished Contributions Nominations Due Friday
Distinguished Contributions to Teaching and Learning
Annual Recognition 2010
The Office of Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of the College
The Center for Teaching and Learning
Augsburg College
These awards recognize exemplary work by faculty and staff in support of teaching and learning at Augsburg College. Up to three awards are available annually reflecting the breadth of contributions important for a quality liberal education. Each award carries a stipend of $1000, recognition and celebration.
Awards are based on evidence of student learning and student satisfaction provided by students, colleagues, and documentation; they are weighted appropriately for each of the three areas. The selection process is as follows:
• The deadline for nominations is Friday, February 19. Nominations must be submitted with the on line attachment. Go to: www.augsburg.edu/ctl
• Questions can be directed to Lee Clarke at clarke@augsburg.edu or x.1152
• Nominations consist of a one to two-page letter identifying the nominee and providing a rationale and support for the nomination for a specific award. In addition, nominators are asked to submit 3-4 names (and emails addresses) of students and/or colleagues who can speak to the nominee’s work.
• The Selection Panel conducts confidential interviews with members of the community, reviews information and announces the awards no later than March 15h. Awardees are acknowledged at the Honors Convocation and at other events. Opportunities for winners to share ideas with the campus community will take place throughout the year following the award.
Members of the Selection Panel are invited by the Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of the College and the Director of the Center for Teaching and Learning. This is a juried process.
Teaching Award
Sustained excellence is demonstrated through syllabi, course materials and grading patterns reflecting effective teaching and learning; exemplary work in both content and pedagogy is supported by evidence from the department chair, colleagues and students.
Mentoring/Advising Award
Sustained excellence is demonstrated through deep conversation about and attention to vocation, career and student success overall; students are guided through processes that lead to successful and timely graduation; students recognize the attention and care provided by the nominee.
Direct Contributions to Teaching and Learning Award
Sustained excellence is demonstrated in work that contributes to student academic development, growth and success; contributions are made to a positive, academic campus environment in a direct way.
Scholarly Writing Retreat*
May 17-19, 2010
Dunrovin Retreat Center
Faculty: do you wish you had uninterrupted time to write / work on scholarship? The Committee on Faculty Development and the Scholarly Writers Group is sponsoring a short scholarly working/writing retreat at Dunrovin designed to allow faculty some time away from campus to focus entirely on scholarship. There is no schedule attached to this retreat - it is simply time and space to work on scholarship.
The retreat will take place Monday, May 17 at 1pm (after lunch) through Wednesday, May 19 at 1pm (after lunch). Six openings remain.
*The Academic Dean and the Center for Teaching and Learning will cover the cost of the retreat. There will be no charge for participants
GMAT Prep - Last Chance to Register
Thinking about a Master of Business Administration program after graduation? Most MBA programs require the GMAT (Graduate Management Admissions Test) for admission. The MBA office will utilize a new partnership with the Princeton Review, who will be providing instructors and prep books for these sessions.
Registration has been extended for one week!
The course now meets Wednesdays 6-9 p.m. for seven weeks (February 17 & 24, and March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31). The cost is $549, which includes access to the Princeton Review's online student center, the Manual for the GMAT 8.3, and the GMAT Review 12th edition.
To register, contact Princeton Review by calling 612-676-1447, or stop by the MBA office in Oren Gateway suite 115 to pick up a registration form.
Three CGE Study Abroad Scholarships
Don't miss the opportunity to fulfill your Modern Language skill and AugCore and major requirements through internships, homestays, one-on-one language courses, and travel!
•$500 Grant for Fall Study Abroad
Study abroad Fall 2010 through any of our semester programs and get a $500 grant automatically!
•NEW Diversity Scholarship
Awards cover up to 50% of the cost of a CGE semester program for ethnic minority and LGBT students.
•Students of Color Endowed Scholarship Fund
Based on financial aid, this awards provide encouragement and financial assistance to a student of any class and who is affiliated with the American Indian, Hispanic/Latino, Pan Afrikan or Pan Asian support programs at Augsburg College.
Other funds available through:
•DiversityAbroad.com
http://www.diversityabroad.com/scholarships/summer-spring-fall
•Gilman Scholarship
http://www.iie.org/Content/NavigationMenu/Programs7/Gilman_Awards/Home8/Home.htm
To learn more about our programs, application, and scholarship opportunities contact Dulce at monterru@augsburg.edu, or sign up for a Group Advising Meeting or Walk-In Advising time in Murphy Place.
Program application deadline: March 1st
Find photos, syllabi, application, blogs and more at http://www.augsburg.edu/global/semesters/
Wednesday, Feb. 17: Speaking of Scholarship
Faculty, staff and students are invited to attend this week's Speaking of Scholarship presentations. Students Emily Merhar ('09, Art), Jessica Fanaselle & Taylor Norman (English) present their 2009 URGO Summer Research!
Wednesday, Feb 17
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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About the series:
"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.
Life of the Mind Workshop
Spring Faculty/Staff Workshop
The Chemistry of Well-Being
March 12 (1:30 p.m.-6:00) and March 13 (9:00 a.m.-12:30) at Augsburg College!
Join noted author Henry Emmons, MD, author of The Chemistry of Joy for workshops on the chemistry of joy and the chemistry of calm. Special breakout workshops will feature the benefits and practices of yoga, mindfulness meditation, breathing strategies and research and Native American Spirituality and wellness. Participation is limited. Please contact Terri Martin, Center for Teaching and Learning at martin@augsburg.edu for more information. Leave your name and an e-mail address so that further registration information and workshop schedule can be sent to you
General Announcements
Flex Points Office Closed Friday, Feb. 19
Flex Points will not be available for purchase on Friday, February 19th of 2010. Any forms filled out through cashiers will not reflect points on your account until Monday, February 22nd.
Normal office hours will resume Monday at 11am in the A-Club Grille.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
In addition, Flex Points will not be available for purchase, Monday, March 1st through Wednesday, March 3rd. If your balance is running low, next week would be a good time to add points. Any forms filled out through cashiers will not reflect points on your account until Thursday, March 4th.
Normal office hours will resume, Thursday, March 4th at 11am in the A-Club Grille.
Last Week to Nominate a Staff Member
Augsburg College Staff Senate
Staff Recognition Program
Take the time to recognize a deserving colleague!
Nomination form and information available at:
http://web.augsburg.edu/staffsenate/StaffRecognition.pdf
Deadline for nominations is THIS FRIDAY. Submit materials to Sally Daniels at CB 146 or OGC 300.
Weight Watchers At Work – Starts Tomorrow
If you haven’t signed up for Weight Watchers at Work, it’s not too late to sign-up! Regular meetings start tomorrow Wednesday, February 17th from 12:00pm-1:00pm in Lindell Library – 301.
The cost is $156.00 for 12 weeks (Feb. 17th-May 5th), 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.
Event Announcements
22nd Annual Nobel Peace Prize Forum
Nobel Peace Prize Forum
March 5, 6
Friday evening keynote speaker: President Martti Ahtisaari, 2008 Nobel Peace laureate
Saturday "Call to action" by: Leymah Gbowee, leader of the Liberian women's peace movement
Two engaging films: "Ana's Playground" (filmed in Cedar Riverside), "Pray the Devil Back to Hell"
Register on line www.peaceprizeforum.org (free registration for Augsburg students, faculty, staff). Find us on Facebook at Nobel Peace Prize.
Sponsored by 5 colleges (Augsburg, Augustana, Concordia, Luther, St Olaf) and hosted by Augsburg.
Got a Pell? Apply for a Gilman to Study Abroad
The Gilman International Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for semester study abroad to students who have a Pell grant as part of their financial aid.
Attend the Gilman Workshop to learn how to apply and the upcoming application deadline!
Wednesday, February 17
3:30 to 4:45 pm
Music 23
Refreshments provided by Augsburg Abroad and CGE
For more information, contact Dulce at monterrru@augsburg.edu or 612.330-1622
PASU Open Mic Night
The theme for this black history month open mic is "SOAP BOX"! Grace the stage with dance, poetry, music; the options are endless and the Mic is Open!!
Wednesday, Feb 17th at 7pm in the Coffee Shop!
CAO Student Leadership Summit
The CAO Student Leadership Summit is fast approaching! The event will be held on Saturday, February 27 from 1:00-5:00 p.m. in the East Commons. The topic this year will be presented by Heather Hackman from St. Cloud State University, and the topic is Everyday Anti-Racism, Developing Awareness, Skills and Action the Service of a Socially Just Society.
ALL student organizations are reminded to RSVP for the event by Friday, February 19. Each commissioned organization is required to send two student representatives, and chartered organizations are required to send one. One student may represent no more than two organizations. Please send your RSVP to Mike Grewe at grewe@augsburg.edu and include the name of the students who will be attending. Feel free to contact Mike or call CAO at 612-330-1418 if you have any questions.
PASU Movie Night
This Friday (February 19th at 5pm) the Pan-Afrikan Student Union will be watching "Freedom Song" in honor of black history month! Join us in Science 123, we will have snacks!!
2010 Augsburg Pink Zone
On February 19th and 20th, the Augsburg Student Athlete Advisory Committee is hosting a Pink Zone Weekend, which is raising funds for the Susan G. Komen Breast cancer foundation. Come support Auggie athletics by wearing pink to one or all 5 of the weekend’s events. On Friday, the Men’s and Women’s basketball teams will be having a double-header against Saint Mary’s and the Men’s hockey team has a key matchup against Bethel University. On Saturday, the 10-time national championship wrestling team hosts the Great Lakes Regional which starts at 9 am in Si-Melby hall, and the women’s hockey team plays host to Bethel University at 7:05 in the Augsburg Ice Arena. Come support Auggie athletics by wearing pink for the pink zone weekend.
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Yellow Lab Needs Home
My daughter is allergic to our 7yr old yellow lab (Cassie). I need to find a new home for her. If you or someone you know is looking for a dog, please contact me. I have pictures if you request them. She is very friendly, good with kids, doesn't jump up or eat people food. Loves to play fetch with a tennis ball! Contact Meghan Gess at gess@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1249.