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Faculty-Student Research Funds

Faculty-Student Research Funds
Applications for faculty-student research funding are available from the Office of Undergraduate Research and Graduate Opportunity (URGO) by contacting shafer@augsburg.edu. A total of 8 grants for $750.00 will be awarded this academic year. Faculty are encouraged to submit proposals now even if applying for spring funding. Proposals for summer research are NOT being taken at this time; await future A-Mail announcements on the availability of summer research funds.

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Scholarships for Spring 2011 in Central America

Participate in CGE's spring 2011 semester program in Central America and receive up to $2,500 in scholarships automatically!

• CGE Auggie Grant $1,000

• A one-time discount of $1,000

• An additional $500 discount will be given to any student who is an alum of a CGE short-term, summer, or semester program

No forms are required for this scholarships.


"Social Change in Central America: Exploring Peace, Justice and Community
Engagement"

Develop Spanish language skills through one-on-one Spanish courses, be immersed in the lives of homestay families, urban and rural communities, and learn with and from grassroots community organizations dedicated to work on issues related to conflict, foreign policy, gender, and economic and social justice.

Application deadline: November 1st

-Apply for Study Abroad Approval with Augsburg Abroad
http://www.augsburg.edu/augsburgabroad/apply.html

-Apply to CGE's Program
http://www.augsburg.edu/global/semesters/howtoapply.html

Learn more about the program at http://www.augsburg.edu/global/semesters/centralamerica.html or attend a CGE Advising session on Wednesday Oct, 20 from 3 to 4pm in Murphy Place.

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Student Conference Travel Awards

Student Conference Travel Awards
Applications for student conference travel funding are available from the Office of Undergraduate Research and Graduate Opportunity (URGO) by contacting shafer@augsburg.edu. Faculty and student (s) are asked to collaborate on completing the application. Priority is given to students presenting research.

Application Deadlines
Award decisions are made on a rolling basis by the Committee on Faculty Development,
which has two meeting dates remaining this Fall Semester: December 6 and 20. Applications should be submitted to URGO at least two business days prior to scheduled meeting times.

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$1,000 + Scholarships for Summer Study Abroad

Lutheran Brotherhood/Thrivent is sponsoring awards of $1,000 and up for students of color seeking to study abroad during summer 2011 in 6 different programs.

Don't miss this opportunity to earn credit, fulfill AugCore requirements, and complete major electives, all while having fun studying abroad!

The following faculty-led and Center for Global Ed Summer courses are eligible:
1. Ancient and Modern Egyptian Identity: Egypt
+ SOC 195 and HIS 195 (2 credits, Humanities-HIS LAF )
2. Cowboys in the Americas: Argentina
+ HIS or SPA 295 (1 credit, Humanities-HIS LAF)
3. Sketching and Spiritual Lives: Italy
+ Art 122/322 and REL 205 (2 credits, Fine Arts LAF)
4. Development and Social Change in Southern Africa: Namibia
+ INS 312 and HIS/ INS/ POL 399 (2 credits)
5. Spanish Language and Mayan Spirituality: Guatemala
+ AIS 495 and SPA XXX (8 options) – (2 credits)
6. AugCore Mexico Summer Session I or II: Mexico (2 Credits)
+ One or two Spanish language courses (17 different courses offered)
+ Pre-Columbian, Colonial, and Contemporary Mexico Art (Art/Spanish 231, Fine Arts LAF)
+ Christian Vocation and the Search for Meaning II (Religion 200)
+ Latin Dance (HPE 002)
+ Internship or Independent Research

The application deadline is noon on Wednesday, November 24, 2010.

Application form and eligibility criteria available in the Augsburg Abroad office in Murphy Place or online at http://www.augsburg.edu/augsburgabroad/documents/StudentofColorScholarshipApp.pdf

For questions or more information contact Augsburg Abroad at abroad@augsburg.edu or 612.330-1669.

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View From Employer - Alumni - TODAY

View from An Employer (What Are Employers Looking For)Recent Augsburg Alum from College Pro will be on campus today, Wednesday, October 20, 2010
1:00-3:00 p.m. in the Library Link next to the Career table

No appointment necessary! Very informal - just drop by to have an employer glance at your resume and provide honest feedback on what employers are looking for, ask questions about the types of opportunities in business management, ask questions on what employers are looking for in new hires and how you as a college student can make yourself standout!

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Cash Prizes for Intl Photos - Enter by this Friday

10TH ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM PHOTO CONTEST

Co-Sponsored by the Office of Public Relations & Communications, Dept. of Languages & Cross-Cultural Studies and Augsburg Abroad.

DEADLINE:
All entries must be submitted by THIS Friday, October 22, 2010 at 4pm in Murphy Place 200.

CATEGORIES:
Judges will be selecting photos that are representative of your cross-cultural experience. Categories include:
1. Landscapes/cityscapes
2. Photojournalism - local people and/or Augsburg students interacting with the setting, cultural interactions
3. Portraits – photo of a person or animal that reflects the culture in which he/she is pictured
People’s Choice Award: Augsburg student, faculty and staff will choose their favorite photo from the judge’s top picks from all three categories.
Rules for Submission

The contest is open to:
o All Augsburg students who have participated in a study abroad program approved by Augsburg.
o International students studying at Augsburg may also submit entries, using the Categories for Entry, that reflect their international experience in the U.S.

http://www.augsburg.edu/augsburgabroad/documents/PhotoContestForm.pdf

If you have questions, please contact: Leah Spinosa de Vega at abroad@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1650.

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Apply to be an Orientation Leader

Did you have a blast at SOAR and Auggie Days when you were a first-year student? Does welcoming the Class of 2015 to Augsburg sound like fun to you? Do you want to take your leadership skills to the next level? Well if you answered "yes" to any of these questions, being an 2011 Orientation Leader might be the job for you! Stop by the Auggie's Nest on the ground floor of the Christensen Center to pick up a 2011 Orientation Leader application. Applications are due by 4:30 pm on Friday, November 12.

If you want more information about the Orientation Leader position, past Orientation Leaders will be tabling in the lobby of the Christensen Center on November 4nd 10:00 am-1:00 pm. Also check out the Recruitment Pizza Party!(Details below)

For questions, contact the Campus Activities and Orientation, Orientation Line at 612-330-1100

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Looking for a Campus Job

Attention Students:

Are you looking for a campus job? College of the Third Age is hiring a student worker for the 2010-2011 school year.

College of the Third Age is a lecture series that aims to promote lifelong learning in senior citizens. Our program is looking for a responsible, articulate, and customer service focused student who can manage our scheduling. We are looking for a student who can work 10-15 hours per week.

If you are interested, please check out the position description on the Human Resources website at: http://www.augsburg.edu/hr !

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Thank You

Thank you to all of the faculty and staff that helped to prepare, interview and evaluate the Fulbright applications for the 2010-11 application cycle.
This year, eight applications were submitted and we will find out in late January if they have been passed on to their host countries for further consideration.

Essay Writing Assistance:
David Murr
David Crowe
Frankie Shackelford
Dal Liddle
Lori Brandt Hale
Doug Green
Bob Stacke

Campus Interview Committee:
Mzenga Wanyama
Lori Brandt Hale
Betsey Norgard
Bob Stacke
Tim Pippert
Regina McGoff
Frankie Shackelford
Robert Cowgill
Christina Erickson
David Murr
Jennifer Banekrs-Fulbright
Merilee Klemp
Orv Gingerich

Written Institutional Evaluation of the Applicants:
Frankie Shackelford
Robert Cowgill

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Dogsburg College Working Group

Come to the first meeting of the Dogsburg College Working Group. We want to start talking about strategies to change the rules at Augsburg so that dogs will be allowed on campus. Anyone interested in helping, or just hearing what's going on, should attend. Monday, October 25, 2010 at 5:00 p.m., in the Fishbowl in Christensen Center. For more info, join our facebook page: Dogsburg College.

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Augsburgian Needs Writers

The Yearbook is still looking for interested writers who want to amp up their resume. English majors, this one might be for you! Doesn't take too much time out of the semester and the work is mostly done at your dorm! We only require a few meetings a semester, that usually lasts 30 minutes. Email Samantha Steele at steeles@augsburg.edu for more information.

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Traffic Issues for Saturday WEC/Graduate Classes

On Saturday, October 23, President Barack Obama will be visiting the University of Minnesota Minneapolis campus. President Obama is scheduled to appear at Northrop Mall at 12:30 PM.

If you have classes on Saturday, please take extra time to arrive to campus. We can expect additional traffic in the area, as well as street closures near the University of Minnesota campus. Specific street closures have not been announced as of yet.

As with every Weekend College class day, the Department of Public Safety will have an attendant posted at Lot L, so that only students with a WEC/Graduate parking permit may park in that lot. If you have challenges finding street parking, please use this lot.

For more information on President Obama's visit, please see http://www1.umn.edu/news/misc/obama-visit-258606.html .

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Free Lockers Available for Students

Campus Activities and Orientation has a limited number of lockers that students can reserve for their use for the academic year. These lockers are completely free and are located on the ground floor of Science Building. Lockers are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis, and priority is given to students who commute from off-campus. To find out more information on how to reserve a locker, contact AuBri Weatherspoon, CAO Student Administrative Assistant, via email at cao@augsburg.edu as soon as possible!

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Special Interest Housing

Special Interest Housing is an opportunity provided to you by the Department of Residence Life. It gives students the opportunity to create their living environment, and have it surrounding a specific interest. Residents who select Special Interest Housing will have their housing configuration guaranteed for the coming year.

Applications are currently available and can be picked up in the Urn/Mort Residence Life Office. The first part of the applications are due November 5, 2010.

We look forward to talking with you more about this opportunity!

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Practice your Spanish this Thursday

Would you like to practice your Spanish in a lively and welcoming setting? Then join us for Spanish conversation group! All language levels are welcome - we promise there will be no grammar lessons. We meet every Thursday from 11:00 - 12:30 on the 2nd floor of the Christensen Center, in the Riverside Room. Signs will be posted. Come for 10 mins. or for the whole session, whatever works for you. You are welcome to bring your lunch. Attend 3 sessions and get a free t-shirt! Questions? Contact Emiliano Chagil, ext. 1309; Anita Fisher, ext. 1082 or Kate Reinhardt, ext. 1081. We hope to see you there!"

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Fall Theatre Production Tickets On-Sale

Tickets are now on sale for The Learned Ladies by Moliere, directed by Martha Johnson.

Available performance dates are:
November 5th at 8:00pm, November 6th, 11th, 12th, and 13th at 7:00pm
and November 7th and 14th at 3:00pm

Tickets are now on sale for
$10 for General Public
$8 for ACTC faculty and staff
$5 for non-Augsburg students and
$2 for Augsburg students and children under 12

All Augsburg students need to bring their student ID.
To make a reservation, please email boxoffice@augsburg.edu
Please specify in your ticket request if you need special assistance or accessible seating. Thank you!

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McNair Birthday and Open House

Celebrate the anniversary of Ronald E. McNair, whose life and academic pursuits inspired the creation of the McNair Scholars Program. McNair was one of the seven astronauts that died during the launch of the Space Shuttle Challenger. His legacy and commitment to higher education continues through the McNair Program, as Scholars pursue their doctoral degrees and contribute to the growing number of underrepresented groups in graduate study.
(http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ronald_McNair)

When: Thursday, Oct. 21, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Where: Science Hall 116

All Augsburg students, faculty and staff are invited. Stop by for a hot beverage and fall-friendly treats!

Questions? crombie@augsburg.edu

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LGBTQIA Faculty and Staff Brown-Bag Lunch

LGBTQIA faculty and staff are invited to a brown-bag lunch Thursday, Oct 21 from 11-12 in the Women's Resource Center (207 Sverdrup). Topics to discuss: What conditions prevent faculty and staff from coming/being out? Should we feel compelled or obligated to come/be out on campus? If so, when and to whom?

Please note that this is not an event for allies but rather for any faculty or staff member who identifies as LGBTQIA, whether or not s/he is out.

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Ryan Thomas' Art Reception - Friday

"An Uncommon Hero"
Ryan Thomas

Student Art Gallery, Christensen Center
October 19 – 25, 2010

Ryan Thomas' senior art exhibition is now showing in the Student Art Gallery, Christensen Center. Ryan will have a reception for his senior art show, "An Uncommon Hero," this Friday, October 22, from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Food and refreshments provided.

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Documentary on Immigration Politics, Oct. 22

"Prince William County, Virginia becomes ground zero in America's explosive battle over immigration policy when elected officials adopt a law requiring police officers to question anyone they have ‘probable cause' to suspect is an undocumented immigrant."

Annabel Park's and Eric Byler's 9500 LIBERTY is a film that "reveals the startling vulnerability of a local government, targeted by national anti-immigration networks using the Internet to frighten and intimidate lawmakers and citizens. Alarmed by a climate of fear and racial division, residents form a resistance using YouTube videos and virtual town halls, setting up a real-life showdown in the seat of county government." View the trailer:
http://www.9500liberty.com/index.html

Join the Feminist Collective and the Women's Resource Center for our first film of the 2010-2011 Feminist Film Series, in a viewing of 9500 LIBERTY, Friday Oct. 22, 4:30-6:30pm in the Student Lounge!

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Orientation Leader Social

You are invited to the 2nd Annual Orientation Leader Social on Thursday, November 4th from 8:00-10:00 pm in the Christensen Center Student Lounge! There will be Orientation Leader applications available, a slideshow, and FREE FOOD! Also, there will be a panel of past Orientation Leaders that will answer any questions that you may have about the Orientation Leader position, as well as any questions you may have about the application and interview process.

If you have any questions at all, please email orientat@augsburg.edu or call the Orientation Line at 612/330-1100.

We hope to see you at the Social! Come and see if you have what it takes to be a part of the 2011 Orientation Team!

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Open Advising Session for WEC Business Students

Open Advising Sessions for WEC Business Majors and Minors this weekend!

Friday, October 22, 4:00 - 6:00 pm

Saturday, October 23, 11:00 a.m. ‑ 1:00 p.m.

These sessions will be held in the Christensen Center Lobby

Open to all WEC Business majors

No appointment needed

Meet with a Business Department faculty advisor

Plan your winter course schedule

Please stop by and take advantage of this opportunity to have all of your advising questions answered without making an appointment.

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Women's Resource Center Brown-Bag Lunches

Faculty and staff (of all genders) are particularly encouraged to attend this lunch series; all members of the Augsburg community are welcome. Lunches will be held in the Women's Resource Center (207 Sverdrup).

Schedule for Fall:

Wed, Nov 17, 12:30-1:30 -- "Voices from Iraq" - three Iraqi women will talk about the experiences of average Iraqi families, especially women, living in a war zone
Wed, Dec 8, 12:30-1:30 - "Robert's Rules of Order 101" with Bob Groven

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Get Your Flu Shot at Augsburg

The Human Resources Department is sponsoring a flu shot clinic through Homeland Health. Homeland Health provides flu shots to patients age 3 years and up. You must sign up in advance for your flu shot through Homeland Health's website:

http://www.homelandhealthspecialists.net/site/default.aspx?Account=AugsburgCollege

Please bring your insurance card. Homeland Health is an in network provider for Blue Cross Blue Shield, Medica Choice, HealthPartners, Preferred One, UCare, America's TPA, PrimeWest and Medicare. If you are not covered by one of these health plans, you may pay the $25.00 fee by cash or check. The flu shot clinics are taking place as follows:

Friday, November 5, 2010 from 8:00 am - noon
Tuesday, November 9, 2010 from noon - 2:30 PM

Both clinics will be held in Lindell Library, Room 202. This clinic is open to all staff, faculty, students and family members. This year's flu shot also contains the H1N1 vaccination.

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Augsburg Votes Concert - FRIDAY

Come this Friday to the Augsburg Votes Concert from 7-10pm behind Aderson!!!!!

There will be free food and you will have a chance to hear about some awesome candidates around Augsburg.

7:00-Kendri
7:45-Dustin Thmoas
8:45-Toki Wright


Bring all of your friends this is open to the public! Remember to vote Nov. 2nd.

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Disability Pride Brown-Bag Lunch, Oct 22

What do Richard Branson of the Virgin Group, Paul Orfalo founder of Kinkos, and Orlando Bloom all have in common with many others? They are people who say that their disability is a gift which has helped them to succeed.

Join CLASS staff this Friday (10/22) at noon in the Augsburg Room for "Clips and Chips" a Brown-bag lunch discussion about disability pride. Short video clips will start our discussions. Bring your lunch, and we'll provide a selection of snack chips.

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Queer and Straight in Unity Meeting

This week QSU will be meeting Thursday at 5PM in Sverdrup room 1. Everyone is welcome!

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All Commissioned and Chartered Organizations

Students involved in any organization on campus should attend this meeting.
Where: Science 123
When: wednesday Oct. 20th
Time: 5pm
We will be talking about budgets, events, co-sponsorship, and much more!!!

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Cary Waterman: Reading at Open Book

Professor Cary Waterman is reading with others at The Open Book for the launch of the anthology, _The Wind Blows, The Ice Breaks: Poems of Loss and Renewal_. The event is this Thursday, 21 October, at 7 pm.

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Maroon Out

The Augsburg Volleyball team plays Bethel University for their last home game at 7 p.m. Friday. Wear maroon and fill the stands to show your Auggie Pride!

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Auggie Athletics Update

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

Tuesday, Oct. 19:
Women's Soccer -- St. Scholastica 2, Augsburg 1 (2OT)
http://athletics.augsburg.edu/news/2010/10/19/wsoc101910.aspx?path=wsoc


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

Friday, Oct. 22:
Volleyball -- Augsburg vs. Bethel, Si Melby Hall, 7 p.m.
Women's Soccer -- Augsburg vs. Hamline, Edor Nelson Field, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 23:
Women's Swimming -- Augsburg hosting Augsburg Pentathlon, St. Catherine Butler Center Pool, 11 a.m.
Football -- Augsburg at St. Olaf, 1 p.m.
Men's Soccer -- Augsburg at Hamline, 1 p.m.
Volleyball -- Augsburg at St. Catherine, 3 p.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 26:
Men's Soccer -- Augsburg vs. St. Mary's, Edor Nelson Field, 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 27:
Volleyball -- Augsburg at Concordia-Moorhead, 7 p.m.
Women's Soccer -- Augsburg vs. St. Mary's, Edor Nelson Field, 7:30 p.m.

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