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Teaching and Learning
- LSAT Prep on Campus this Summer
- Luncheon Presentation with Garry Hesser
- Additional International Travel Funding Available
- On-Campus, Summer GRE Prep
- Full Listing of Women's Studies Courses 2010-11
- $26K to Study Abroad: Rotary Scholarship
- Lindell Library Easter Hours
- Summer GMAT Prep: Register Early- Space is Limited
- Zyzzogeton Schedule
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LSAT Prep on Campus this Summer
Pre-Law Students: LSAT (Law School Admissions Test) Prep will be offered this summer on campus through the Office of Undergraduate Research and Graduate Opportunity.
The course will meet Wednesdays May 5, 12, 19, and 26 from 6 to 9 p.m. The course instructor previously taught with the Princeton Review and has scored in the 99th percentile on the exam. The course cost is only $150, which includes test prep materials. (Most LSAT tutors charge $150/hour; this course will get you 12 hours of instruction for the same price).
Augsburg staff, alums, as well as non-Augsburg students are welcome to register.
Online registration is now open at the following website: http://www.augsburg.edu/urgo/lsat_prep_reg.html
Questions? Contact Dixie Shafer, URGO Director: shafer@augsburg.edu
Luncheon Presentation with Garry Hesser
"Expanding the Sociological Imagination: Looking With Both Eyes".
Thursday, April 15, 11:30-1 in the Minneapolis Room.
Garry will be reflecting on his recent sabbatical travels and immersion as an experiential learner with the CGE Namibian Semester students and Ethiopians and former students, along with travels in the Middle East as a learner with Exploratas/Elderhostel. "I find myself pondering the power people's stories/narratives and how much that adds to one's understanding of reality."
Lunch will be available in the student cafeteria line beginning at 11:30. RSVP to x1229.
Additional International Travel Funding Available
Due April 6
Faculty presenting a paper at an international conference are eligible for additional travel funding through CTL. Two $400 awards are available to supplement the annual travel award of $1200 for which faculty presenting a paper are eligible. (Canada is considered international.) These supplemental awards are determined competitively by the Committee on Faculty Development The funding year is June 1-May 31st.
Apply online at the CTL webpage www.augsburg.edu/ctl. Link at the left of the page, webforms.
On-Campus, Summer GRE Prep
Are you interested in going to graduate school? Most masters and doctoral programs require the Graduate Records Examination (GRE) for admission. GRE Prep is offered this summer on campus through the Office of Undergraduate Research and Graduate Opportunity. You'll learn the most effective ways tackle the Verbal, Quantitative, and Analytical Writing sections on the GRE.
The course meets Tuesdays from 6-9 p.m. for six weeks (May 25-June 29). The cost is only $40, which includes test prep materials; this is a fraction of the cost when compared to similar classroom GRE prep courses offered by Kaplan or the Princeton Review that cost over $1,000.
Augsburg staff, alums, as well as non-Augsburg students are welcome to register.
Online registration is now open at the following website: http://www.augsburg.edu/urgo/gre_prep_reg.html
Questions? Contact Dixie Shafer, URGO Director: shafer@augsburg.edu
Full Listing of Women's Studies Courses 2010-11
Interested in taking a Women's Studies course in the fall? If you've been looking under "WST", you probably haven't seen all the courses that Women's Studies at Augsburg has to offer. For a complete listing, check out: http://www.augsburg.edu/womensstudies/documents/wst1011.pdf or go to our homepage: http://www.augsburg.edu/womensstudies/ and click on "2010-11 Courses (pdf)" in the sidebar.
$26K to Study Abroad: Rotary Scholarship
Students: Did you know that you can get paid $26K to study and travel abroad for a year through the Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship Program?
Attend the on-campus info session about this scholarship next week:
MONDAY APRIL 5
6 p.m.
OGC 113
(+Free pizza)
Contact Dixie Shafer, shafer@augsburg.edu, for more information about this special event.
Lindell Library Easter Hours
The Library will be closed from Thursday, April 1 at 6:00 p.m. through Sunday April 4. Regular hours resume at 8:00 am Monday, April 5.
Hours are always available from the "Hours" link on the Lindell Library web site: www.augsburg.edu/library
Online library resources are also available 24/7 on that website.
Summer GMAT Prep: Register Early- Space is Limited
Thinking about a Master of Business Administration program after graduation? Most MBA programs require the GMAT (Graduate Management Admissions Test) for admission. The Augsburg MBA Program is partnering with the Princeton Review to provide GMAT preparation at a discounted rate.
The course will meet Wednesdays 6-9 p.m. for seven weeks (June 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30, and July 7 & 14). 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.
Zyzzogeton Schedule
Mark your calendars for the 2010 Zyzzogeton undergraduate research & scholarship festival! Below is the general list of events:
(An up-to-date, online version of the schedule can be accessed anytime at: https://docs.google.com/Doc?docid=0AU19YtfrpAhWZGNyZngzcTZfMjdmeHE3NWRjbQ&hl=en)
Thursday, April 15
3:30-5:30 p.m. Undergraduate Research Poster Session OGC Atrium
(Over 60 posters featuring undergraduate research & creative projects)
3:30 p.m. Josh Davis (Medieval Studies) "How to Arm a Knight" OGC Lawn
Friday, April 16
11:00 am- 1:00 p.m. Student Research Presentations OGC 100 (See online schedule for presenter information)
1:30-2:30 p.m. Murphy Square Writers and Friends: An Open Mic (5 minute limit) OGC 100
4:30-6:30 p.m. All-Student Juried Art Exhibition Christensen Center Student Art Gallery
7:30 p.m. Augsburg Student Musicians' Showcase Sateren Auditorium
Featuring: Dave Afdahl & The Second-Hand Opera, The Augsburg Percussion Ensemble, Jazz Improv groups, & more!
Please email Caryn Quist, URGO Admin Asst, with any questions: quistc@augsburg.edu.
General Announcements
Residence Life Offices Closed
The Residence Life offices will be closed on Thursday, April 1 and Friday, April 2.
Professional staff are available by appointment on Thursday, April 1.
As always, professional and student staff are on-call throughout the break period. Please contact the Department of Public Safety with any emergencies at 612-330-1717.
Richard J. Thoni Award Nominations
It's time again for the Richard J. Thoni award nominations!
Faculty and staff are asked to nominate a graduating Weekend College senior for the Richard J. Thoni Award by April 16th, 2010. This award honors a graduating senior student from the Weekend College programs (Twin Cities or Rochester campus) whose actions, commitments, and future aspirations most profoundly demonstrate a commitment to Augsburg's motto of "Education for Service."
To nominate a student, please complete the survey at the link below:
http://augsburg.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_eJ7dgPl2SdDgX88&SVID=Prod
Please contact Tracy Wade at wadet@augsburg.edu for more information.
Don't be a Fool! Come to Exit Counseling TODAY
Graduating students,
Did you know?
-the average tuition debt for graduates is roughly $25,000?
-college students have an average credit card debt of $3,000?
-college students are more likely to pay off their credit card balances; however, they are also more likely to pay more fees due to late payments?
-18 to 24 year olds spend about 30% of their monthly income just on debt repayment?
-job loss recovery from last year's unemployment rate is still slow with the unemployment rate remaining steady at 9.75%?
How do you plan to pay back your student loans as you graduate in our current economy? Come to Exit Counseling to learn about repayment options, how to manage your student loans, and how to navigate changing financial situations. The Financial Aid Office will prepare you with the knowledge you need in order to repay your student loans as you leave Augsburg.
When: TODAY, April 1
Time: 5 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Location: Student Lounge in Christensen Center
Secretary of State Speaking on Monday
Secretary of State Mark Ritchie is scheduled to meet and speak with students on several campuses in the coming month. In his talk entitled "Democracy and You," Ritchie will speak to the importance of voter participation, explain legislative changes to election law that impact students, and encourage them to become election judges and be a part of the elections process.
He will be at Augsburg College on Monday, April t at noon in the Minneapolis Room (2nd floor Christensen Center).
Free lunch for all students who show up by 11:45.
For more information, please contact Mary Laurel True, 330-1775
Eat at Davanni's and Help LSS Refugee Services
On Tuesday, April 6 eat at Davanni's between 6 and 9 p.m. and help Lutheran Social Service's Refugee Services. They will receive 20% of the sales during that time period with a coupon. You may copy it from my public folder. Thanks!
LGBTQIA Orgs. at Augsburg on Tuesday
The first-ever Augsburg College Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning, Intersex and Asexual (LGBTQIA) Community Engagement Fair! Come by and talk with staff members of LGBTQIA organizations from around the Twin Cities.
Tuesday, April 6 from 10:00am – 1:00p.m..
Main Lobby- Christensen Center
The fair is being hosted by LGBTQIA Services and the Sabo Center for Citizenship and Learning.
For more information, please contact Mary Laurel True at 612-330-1775 or truem@augsburg or Michael Grewe at grewe@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1499
Take the Plunge-Spanish Conversation TODAY
Has spring given you the urge to take some risks, to challenge yourself in a new and exciting way? Then take the plunge and join us for Spanish conversation group this Thurs., 4/1, when we meet to chat in Spanish about a wide variety of topics. Also, Michael Kidd will be joining us this week to share some photos and stories about his recent visit to Spain. Remember: the setting is very relaxed and you don't need to speak Spanish well to join us. All language levels are welcome - we promise there won't be any grammar lessons! We meet between 11:00 and 12:30 in the Augsburg Rm., 2nd fl. Christensen Center. Drop in for 10 mins. or for the whole session, whatever works for you. Bring your lunch if you wish. If you have any questions, contact Emiliano Chagil, ext. 1309; Anita Fisher, ext. 1082 or Kate Reinhardt, ext. 1081. We hope to see you there!"
Students: every session you attend enters your name into a drawing for a movie or a CD in Spanish! The drawing will be held in early April. Also, attend 3 sessions and receive a great t-shirt!
Event Announcements
Hunger Banquet: Poverty in Minnesota
Julia Dinsmore, author of 'My Name is Child of God...Not Those People,' will address students, faculty, and staff about the reality of poverty in Minnesota. Her story combines poetry, wisdom, faith, and strength. Suggested donations are $15 for faculty and staff, $5 for students. Dinner provided. Please come and hear Julia's passionate first-hand experience. All donations will go to A Minnesota Without Poverty.
Friday, April 9, 6-8p.m.
Listen to her poem:
http://www.buildingchanges.org/think-tank/understanding-homelessness/76-understanding-homelessness-blog-item/228-my-name-is-not-those-people
Juried Art Exhibition Submission Deadline - TODAY
Submit artwork for the All-Student Juried Art Exhibition today at the Christensen Center Art Gallery, 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Augsburg invites all currently enrolled students to enter work into the juried exhibition.
Requirements:
All artwork must have been created since April, 2009.
Number of entries is limited to 3 per person.
Medium: 2D, 3D, Digital, and Film.
(Short film entries must be submitted in Flash or QuickTime on a
disc and be less than 10 minutes.)
All work must be prepared for installation, no exceptions.
All work must be accompanied by a "Juried Show Entry Form," available in the Christensen Center Art Gallery.
Lavender Graduation & Awards Ceremony
Lavender Graduation & Awards Ceremony honors all LGBTQIA and ally-identified students graduating from Augsburg College. The recipient of the Karen Neitge Scholarship and LGBTQIA Student Leadership Award are also honored during this ceremony.
Any Seniors who wished to be honored at the Lavender Graduation Ceremony should contact Michael Grewe at grewe@augsburg.edu by Monday, April 19.
First Wednesday Gathering
Please join colleagues for First Wednesday Gathering on Wednesday, April 7, 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!
Sverdrup Lecture Events, April 12-13
Dr. Mark Rea, director of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's Lighting Research Center and a professor in Architecture and Cognitive Sciences will present, "The surprisingly important role of light and dark on human health" On Monday, April 12, 7:30 p.m. in the Hoversten Chapel. Tuesday, April 13, at 11:00 a.m. in the Hoversten Chapel, he will present, "Sunrise and sunset: Why it will be hard to colonize other planets." Dr. Mark Rea teaches courses in leadership and in visual and circadian processes, conducts research in many areas including circadian photobiology, mesopic vision, psychological responses to light, lighting engineering and visual performance.
The General Leif J. Sverdrup Visiting Scientist program is made possible through the Sverdrup Lecture Endowment Fund and the Minnesota Space Grant Consortium. These events are free and open to the public. For more information concerning parking or the events, please call 612-330-1104.
Conversation on Loss of a Loved One
All students are invited to a conversation with Dr. Pauline Boss, a University of Minnesota social science professor and author of the book "Loss, Trauma and Resilience" on Tuesday, April 6 from 3:30 - 5 p.m. in the Augsburg Room.
Losing a parent or close loved one can have an enormous impact on a student's social, emotional, academic and career development At CCHP we are aware of many students facing this kind of loss.
Dr. Boss teaches grief and loss at the U of M's department of Family Social Science. After 9/11 she went to New York to work with families who had losses.
We encourage students who have experienced the loss of a loved one to attend this session with Dr. Boss. If you are able to attend, please call the CCHP office at 612-330-1707 so we may know how many people to expect. Refreshments will also be provided.
If you have any questions, please call the Center for Counseling & Health Promotion at 612-330-1707. We hope you can attend.
Chris Policinski, CEO Land O'Lakes, Speaks at 5
Please join us today at 5 p.m. to hear Chris Policinski, President and Chief Executive Officer of Land O'Lakes, speak on the importance of a strong agriculture in dustry.Mr. Policinski has over 30 years of experience in the food industry, including leadership positions with Kraft General Foods, Bristol Meyers Squib and The Pillsbury Company. Land O'Lakes is a Minnesota-based privately owned company which does business in the U.S. and more than 50 countries and has sales of over $12 billion.
The event will take place in Kennedy Center Rooms 303-305 at 5:00 p.m. with light refreshments and networking, and Mr. Policinski will begin his remarks around 5:15 p.m. A question and answer period will follow. Latecomers are welcome, so join us after work! The event is free. We look forward to seeing you there!
Swap out Sweatshops
Swap out Sweatshops takes place on Tuesday April 6 from 5-7 in the East Commons. Come trade your clothes for new clothes and learn more about Augsburg's apparel policies.
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Auggie Athletics Update
Auggie Athletics Update (click on link for story/stats):
Wednesday, March 31:
Softball -- Augsburg 10-11, Macalester 2-3 (1st game 5 inn., 2nd game 6 inn.)
http://athletics.augsburg.edu/news/2010/3/31/soft033110.aspx?path=softball
Upcoming Events:
http://athletics.augsburg.edu/
Saturday, April 3:
Baseball -- Augsburg vs. Macalester, HHH Metrodome, 5 p.m. (NOTE TIME CHANGE)
Tuesday, April 6:
Softball -- Augsburg at St. Catherine, 4 p.m.
Wednesday, April 7:
Baseball -- Augsburg at Bethel, 2:30 p.m.
Thursday, April 8:
Softball -- Augsburg at St. Thomas, 4 p.m.
Saturday, April 10:
Baseball vs. Concordia-Moorhead, Parade Stadium, 1 p.m.
Softball at St. Benedict, 1 p.m.
M/W Track and Field at Hamline Invitational.
Men's Golf at Wartburg (Iowa) Invitational.
Classifieds
Diamond Doves
For Sale: two young Diamond Dove birds, $15 each. These birds are best if not alone. Email if interested: kallesta@augsburg.edu
Needed: Twins Vs. Brewers Tickets
I am currently looking for tickets the the May 23 Twins game vs. the Brewers. Please e-mail me at wenzel@augsburg.edu if you have tickets and are willing to sell them.