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Mexico: Been There, Done That? Really?

If your memories of Mexico are only about sun and sand, you've missed out!

Study abroad in Mexico this fall with the Center for Global Education and fulfill a number of requirements in one semester:

- AugExperience
- REL 200
- Fine Arts LAF
- Spanish I and II
- Lifetime Activity - Latin Dance

Still not sure? Then follow your fellow Auggies in Mexico at http://cgemexico.blogspot.com/

Program application deadline: March 1st

Questions? askcge@augsburg.edu for an application or scholarship information!

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Really, Africa is Not Just About Safaris

If when you hear Africa the first things to come to mind are giraffes, lions, and safaris, you might want to think about it...twice!

Study abroad in Southern Africa this fall with the Center for Global Education and earn credit and experience through internships in a variety of settings including:

-Homelessness
-HIV/AIDS
-Environmental conservation
-Media/journalism
-Microfinance

Still not sure? Facebook me (Dulce Cge) to contact current students, find pictures, and join the program!

Application deadline: March 1st!

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Instructional and Course Design Summer Stipends

Call for Proposals - Summer 2010

The Instructional and Course Design initiative in the Center for Teaching and Learning invites proposals for design-based course creation or revision projects to be undertaken during Summer 2010 and completed by the end of Spring term 2011. Proposals are Due March 15 and funding decisions will be made by March 25. Faculty who are creating new learning experiences or revising existing ones are encouraged to submit.

Program Description.
Funding levels are intended to provide a realistic alternative to teaching summer courses in order to re-direct faculty effort to design questions and have a direct impact on the effectiveness of mainline academic year courses. The program supports both design-based critique and revision of existing courses or programs and design-based creation of new courses or programs. The stipend amount is $4000 and the expected time commitment during the summer is one full-time month equivalent.

Submission, Selection Process, and Selection Criteria
You are encouraged to attend one of the two Design Proposal Guidance sessions offered in early March (dates and times TBA) featuring some previous Design Project Leaders.

Proposals are due by March 15, 2010 and should follow the requested format to facilitate evaluation and turnaround. The proposal form / guidelines are available by request to CTL and are also available in Stu Anderson's public folder (facstaff / physics / anderstu / ICD materials). Submit your proposal directly to the Asst. Director for IC&D at the following address:
anderstu@augsburg.edu
All on-time proposals will be evaluated by the IC&D committee composed of the Asst. Director of CTL for IC&D, a member of the IT staff, a member of the library staff, and a representative from CFD. Decisions will be made by March 25.

Projects are selected on the basis of the overall impact of the proposed student learning improvements, including the need for the project and the significance of the proposed improvements.

Project Execution and Compensation.
Kickoff meeting. Awardees will meet with the Asst. Director for IC&D and each other during April before commencing work on the project as well as while the work is progressing over the summer. The purpose of the initial meetings is to clarify the expectations of the design process (working from learning objectives to evidence to assessments to choice of instruction) as it relates to each particular project, set timetables for subsequent gatherings and communication during the project, and identify fruitful connections to design and resource expertise within the library, IT, or other areas.

Communication during the project. During the project work period, the awardee will maintain communication with the Asst. Director and others as agreed upon in the initial meeting to report progress and acquire assistance with the design effort.

Final Report. After the project is completed, the awardee will prepare and submit a written report that summarizes the results the work, focusing principally on extent to which the learning objectives that drove the design process were achieved as well as the effectiveness of the IC&D process in achieving these results. In addition, the report should include a portfolio of all materials whose modification (before and after versions) or creation resulted from the project. Specifics on report format and content will be discussed during the project period. Finally, participants are expected to serve as resources in discussions for the benefit of others interested in undertaking design projects.

Stipend Disbursement. Release of stipend funds will occur in three parts: half to be released after successful initial meetings, one quarter after the design work is completed, and the final quarter after the course has run for the first time and the final report is received and accepted.

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Student/Faculty/Staff Summer Travel

The deadline is Monday, March 1, to apply to attend the Hoversten Travel Seminar to Mexico July 31-August 8, 2010. Learn about "Globalization and Migration" while you experience Mexico and its people in a unique Augsburg learning community. Students will receive their Augsburg Experience requirement, and staff are encouraged to use regular work time (not vacation).

There are ten scholarships available from the Hoversten Peace Endowment for Augsburg faculty, staff, and students to attend – so get your application in today! Preference will be given to applicants who have not had extensive international travel experience and/or not had opportunities to visit Mexico.

Applications are available on the Center for Teaching and Learning website at http://www.augsburg.edu/ctl/ . (Scroll all the way to the bottom!) Completed applications are due March 1, 2010 to the Office of International Programs in Murphy Place. Selections will be made by the CTL and representatives from the Office of International Programs by March 31.

The cost of the Travel Seminar, including roundtrip airfare, will be $595 for students/ $850 for staff/faculty – an amazing value! Apply today for this amazing opportunity!

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Kathy Kelly on Campus Next Friday, March 5

Kathy Kelly, three time Nobel Peace Prize nominee will be speaking on campus--

Friday, March 5th at 1:20pm-2:20pm
Minneapolis Room, Christensen Center.

The title of her talk is, "Where You Stand Determines
what you See: Firsthand experiences in peacemaking in the Middle East."

All are welcome to attend!

(Kathy Kelly will also be speaking at the Peace Prize Forum on Saturday.)

For more information contact Mary Laurel True, 330-1775 or truem@augsburg.edu

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What is Privilege? What is White Privilege?

When you saw this headline, did you wonder? Did you Google "white privilege" to see what I'm talking about?

This is what I found when I did. Check out these sights on You Tube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DRnoddGTMTY&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SiDwqSkldYI&feature=related

You want to learn more about privilege and oppression and what that means for you?
Come to the White Privilege Conference in La Crosse, Wisconsin, April 7-10
--For youth and adults--

FIND OUT MORE AT AN INFO SESSION TODAY--
February 26, 5:00 – 5:30 PM, Oren Gateway Center conference room 100
Tuesday, March 2, 5:00 – 5:30 PM, Cedar room in the Christensen Center

For conference schedule and registration information, please visit www.whiteprivilegeconfernece.com
Registration costs range from $170 to $270 for students, $265 to $405 for faculty/staff (if received by March 5). Low cost transportation available. If you want to come, but don’t know how to make it happen, please contact Sherilyn Young, youngs@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1462. We hope to have a group from Augsburg represent.

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Friday Dinner in the Century Room

This Friday, dinner will be served out of the century room. Lunch Friday will close at 1:30 p.m. to make way for the Step UP gala that evening. Thank you for your understanding. Augsburg Dining

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Trade-In and Save Appliance Rebate

Sure, those avocado green fridges and harvest yellow washers from the 70s are pretty funky - but they are also huge energy hogs. With the new federal appliance rebate starting March 1st, now is the time to think about buying a new ENERGY STAR qualified model. Rebates are as follows for qualified models:


$200 for a clothes washer,
$150 for a dishwasher,

$100 for a fridge, $200 if you recycle your old one,

$50 for a freezer, $100 if you recycle your old one.

One appliance rebate per household, and only for brand-spanking-new appliances. And check it out, you'll be able to reserve funds on their website starting March 1st! Visit mnappliancerebate.com for more info.

Recycle Your Fridge
Proof of recycling your old fridge or freezer DOUBLES your rebate! Check mnappliancerebate.com for information on programs offered by utilities and local recyclers.

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M. Anita Gay Hawthorn Scholarship Deadline

This is a reminder to all students applying for the M. Anita Gay Hawthorne Scholarship. All forms are due Monday March 1st. The scholarship application and reference forms can be found at http://www.augsburg.edu/pan-afrikan/scholarship.html

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Help: Chairs Needed

The Theatre Arts Department's production of Four Walls needs 30 swivel office chairs as part of the environment. If you would be willing to loan your chair for ten days it would be greatly appreciated. We would pick-up and return your chair and provide you with a replacement cushioned chair. The chairs are needed from March 5(Pick-day) and would be returned based on you availability the week of March 15.

Those loaning chairs could receive half price tickets if requested and would save the department and college the expense of purchasing or renting the chairs. If you are willing to loan your chair, please e-mail boxoffice@augsburg.edu.

The Theater Department thanks you.

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Flex Points Office Closed March 1 - 3

Flex Points will not be available for purchase through Augsburg Dining Services from Monday, March 1 through Wednesday, March 3.

Please plan accordingly if you are running low on Flex Points as there will not be anyone available to assist you in adding on points during this time.

Any forms filled out and given to the cashier at the A-Club Grille will not reflect changes to your account until Thursday, March 4th.

Normal office hours will resume on Thursday, March 4 at 11am in the A-Club Grille.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

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Nobel Peace Prize Forum

Register now for the Nobel Peace Prize Forum. Don't miss this opportunity to hear 2008 Nobel peace laureate Martti Ahtisaari deliver the keynote address on Friday evening and other excellent speaker on Saturday. Registration is free and on line. Registration is open through Monday, March 1. To find the registration page, click on the Nobel Peace Prize Forum icon on Inside Augsburg or go to: www.peaceprizeforum.org

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Adult Learners: Do You Have Career Questions?

On Saturday, February 27, 2010 between 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. a career counselor from the Strommen Career and Internship Center will be in Oren Gateway by the Welcome Desk to answer any of your career-related questions.

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Baskets Of Hope Donation Drive - Final Date

The Baskets Of Hope Donation Drive will be held at Augsburg in the Christensen Center and the Oren Gateway Bldg. This Donation Drive is to collect items for Women and Families of Domestic Violence. These donations will be given to Sojourner, a shelter for Women and Children of Domestic Violence.

The Donation Drive will be held on Sunday Feb 28 12pm-1pm

Weekly donation drop off's can be made at the Women's Resource Center. Deadline for all donation drops will be February 27, 2010. Dr Jessica Nathanson will collect during the dates/times listed below:
MWF 11m-1pm
T Th 4pm-6pm
Fri 3:30pm-5:30pm
Sat 10:30am-5:30pm

Items Needed:
*Gift Cards (Target, WalMart, Cub Foods, etc)
*Used Cell Phones
*New Clothing- Pajama's, slippers, underwear, socks, bra's, robes, for infants, children and adult women in all sizes
*Flip flops, night lights, alarm clocks
*Hair care products (combs, brushes, hair ties, shampoo, conditioner)
*Health and Personal care items (bandaids, antibiotic ointments, deodorant,bar soap, body wash, Q tips,lotion, hand sanitizer, digital thermometers, nail clippers, Children's Tylenol-Fever Reducer and Cold Formula, Tylenol-Allergy Sinus, Ibuprofen, Midol, Vicks Vapor Rub,Toilet Paper)
*Kitchen Products and Cleaning Supplies (Window cleaner, soft scrub, Lysol wipes and spray, floor cleaners, scouring pads, dish soap, bleach, dish towels, brooms, mops, Paper products (cups, plates, servicewear, papertowels, ziplock bags)
*Linens- Twin Sized Only (Sheet sets, Water-proof mattress covers, and Blankets), Pillows, Towels ( all sizes-washcloth, hand, & bath)
*Infant/Child Needs- Diapers and Pull Ups-(sz 3,4,5), Baby Wipes, Diaper Rash Ointment, Teething Rings, Pacifiers, Bottles, Sippy Cups, Baby Bath Wash and Shampoo, Baby Lotion, New Stuffed Toys, Children's Movies, Learning Toys aka Leap Frog, Playroom and Playground Toys."

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First Wednesday Gathering

Please join us for First Wednesday Gathering on Wednesday, March 3, 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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You're Invited

Housing Selection is March 9th in the East Commons.
Please join us for a guided tour between 3:00 and 5:30 to experience how students select their housing for academic year 2010 - 2011.
If you would like to attend please RSVP to rowe@augsburg.edu by March 3, 2010.

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Auggie Men's Hockey in MIAC playoffs TONIGHT

Times have been set for two hockey games being played at Augsburg College TODAY (Friday 2/26) -- the women's hockey season finale against Gustavus and the men's hockey Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference playoff play-in game against St. Olaf at the Augsburg Ice Arena.

The women's hockey game between Augsburg and Gustavus will be moved to a 5:05 p.m. start, while the men's hockey playoff game against St. Olaf will start at 8:05 p.m. Both games will be played at the Augsburg Ice Arena. If you can't make it to the games, you can watch via live video webcast on the Augsburg website.

Tickets for the MIAC men's hockey playoff game are $7 for adults, $3 for students. ALL patrons, including Augsburg students, faculty and staff, MUST PAY admission for entrance to the men's hockey game. The only passes accepted are MIAC-issued passes. The Augsburg Ice Arena will be cleared of spectators between games on Friday. Ticket sales for the men's hockey game will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the Augsburg Ice Arena lobby.

The Augsburg athletic department will sponsor admission for the first 150 Augsburg students who present a valid student ID to receive free admission to the men's hockey game. The Augsburg student-athlete advisory committee is also sponsoring a Maroon Out for the game, so any Augsburg student wearing maroon will receive a free popcorn.

Augsburg's men's hockey team (15-9-1 overall, 8-7-1 MIAC) has qualified for the conference postseason playoffs for the second straight season and third time in the last four years under head coach Chris Brown. Augsburg's 15 wins are its most since the 2002-03 season (17-9-0 overall).

St. Olaf enters the playoff contest with a 12-9-4 record, 6-6-4 in MIAC play. Augsburg and St. Olaf met three times this season, with Augsburg winning twice -- a 4-3 overtime win in a non-conference game at Buffalo, Minn., on Jan. 9, and a 4-1 win on Feb. 12 at the Augsburg Ice Arena. St. Olaf scored a 3-2 win on Feb. 13 on its home ice. Augsburg is 7-3-0 in games at the Augsburg Ice Arena this season.

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Auggie Athletics Update

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

Thursday, February 25:
Men's Basketball -- MIAC Playoff Semifinals: Gustavus 59, Augsburg 57
http://athletics.augsburg.edu/news/2010/2/25/mbb022510.aspx?path=mbball


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

Friday, February 26:
Women's Hockey vs. Gustavus, Augsburg Ice Arena, 5:05 p.m.
Men's Hockey -- MIAC Playoff Play-In Game, St. Olaf at Augsburg, 8:05 p.m.
Men's/Women's Track and Field at St. Olaf Qualifier Meet.

Saturday, February 27:
Women's Hockey at Gustavus, 2 p.m.
Men's Hockey at MIAC Playoff Semifinals.

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Piano - Must Go

Asking $150 or best offer

Fisher - New York upright model

Buyer must move to desired location. Needs tuning. In great condition!

Email for pics

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