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Study Abroad Opportunity in Egypt

Students interested in studying Modern Egyptian history and learning more about the dramatic changes currently taking place in the Arab world are encouraged to consider enrolling in "Youth Movements and Social Change in Egypt," which will be offered May 19-June 11, 2012. Mohamed Sallam and Joe Underhill will teach two courses on the history and politics of Egypt, as students travel from Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Luxor, the Red Sea, to the Sinai Peninsula, meeting with youth leaders, government officials, NGOs, and local Bedouin. This is a rare opportunity to be part of history in the making in a place with one of the richest histories in the world.

The deadline for applying is Feb. 1, 2012. Contact Andrea Dvorak in the study abroad office at dvorak@augsburg.edu or x1669 for more information.

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CLASS, Access, TRiO/SSS, and Academic Skills Moved

The Gage Center for Student Success officially opens for business on Tuesday 1/17 (we're around Monday too if you need something). The Disability Services offices (CLASS and Access), TRiO/Student Support Services, Academic Skills and Tutoring services are now on the second floor (link level) of the Lindell Library. Meeting scheduling, check-in, and general information for all offices is available at the main reception desk.

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Modeling Constructive Debate, Feb 22, 4:00-5:30

SABO SYMPOSIUM: "MODELING CONSTRUCTIVE DEBATE: K-12 FUNDING IN MN", 2/22

How do we prepare "informed citizens" who are "critical thinkers"? The SABO SYMPOSIUM will provide a unique educational opportunity for the entire Augsburg community to BOTH learn more about a complex and contentious issue, "ALTERNATIVES FOR FUNDING K-12 EDUCATION" & experience a model of respectful and CONSTRUCTIVE DEBATE by two leading Minnesota legislators who differ greatly on their assessments and positions.

REP. PAT GAROFALO, Republican of District 36B, who chairs the House Education Finance Committee and REP. STEVE SIMON, DFL of District 44A who serves on the State Finance Committee committee will debate the funding issue and alternatives. Then three well informed educational leaders from across the political spectrum will question the debaters and press them on their positions, followed by an opportunity for audience members to do the same. Respondents are: BILL GREEN, NAN SKELTON & PETER SWANSON. LEARN CONTENT and HOW TO DISAGREE RESPECTFULLY.

February 22, 2012, 4:00-5:30, with refreshments and reception to follow
Hoversten Chapel in Foss Center

Two resources are available for classes and individuals to use in order to prepare: 1) Constitutional Mandates on who is responsible for K-12 education and 2) the Minnesota Miracle of 1971

http://web.augsburg.edu/~hesser/MinnesotaMiracle1971.pdf http://web.augsburg.edu/~hesser/ConstitutionEduc.docx

For further information, contact Garry Hesser, x1664, hesser @augsburg.edu

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A Call for Nominations

The Alumni & Constituent Relations Office seeks your assistance in identifying members of the Augsburg community to be considered for recognition.

Please take a few moments to consider those who might be honored for these awards. Your nominations and suggestions are critical in helping to build these important programs to celebrate the accomplishments of the Augsburg community.


Distinguished Alumni Award
Awarded to Augsburg College alumni in recognition for significant achievement in vocation, for outstanding contribution to church and community, and for a life that exemplifies the ideals and mission of Augsburg College. Augsburg alumni (graduates and nongraduates) are eligible.

First Decade Alumni Award
Awarded to Augsburg College graduates of the last ten years who have made significant progress in their professional achievements and contributions to the community, and in so doing exemplify the mission of the College: to prepare future leaders in service to the world.

Spirit of Augsburg Award
Honors Augsburg alumni or friends of the College who have given exceptional service that contributes substantially to the well being of the College by furthering its purposes and programs. Alumni, friends, faculty and staff, and groups who have served the College are eligible.

To make a nomination, contact the Alumni & Constituent Relations Office and a nomination packet will be sent to you. Phone (612) 330-1085. E-mail: alumni@augsburg.edu.

The deadline for nominations is March 2, 2012.

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Dining Services

Einsteins is now offering a large variety of new menu items:

Maple Oatmeal Bagel
Maple Oatmeal Egg Sandwich
Oatmeal Bagel Thin
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Muffin

Harvest Chicken Chopped Salad
Chicken Salad Oatmeal Bagel Thin Sandwich
Hearty Vegetable Soup (vegetarian)
Chipotle Chicken Chopped Salad
Chef Chopped Salad

Also try our featured drinks:

Skinny Vanilla Latte
Fat Free Chai Latte


Nabo open from 7:30am-7pm
Einsteins open from 7:30am-9:00pm


Coming soon to Nabo- made to order breakfast menu.

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Bookstore Hours this Week

Monday we are open 10am-4pm
Tuesday-Friday 9:30am-6pm
Saturday 10:30am-1pm

Last day to return textbooks is Saturday January 21st, must have the receipt.

Visit our website at www.whywaitforbooks.com to rent your textbooks today!

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Macklemore & Prof - Win VIP Tickets

Macklemore & Prof will be coming to Augsburg to perform at the All-Nighter concert! For details on how to win VIP tickets, visit this page: http://www.facebook.com/AugsburgASAC.

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Free Urban Farming Classes Tuesdays

Campus Kitchen will be hosting the Permaculture Research Institute's winter Urban Farming class series through February. Almost every Tuesday (see the schedule below) they'll be on campus helping us dream on how to make the most of our patches of soil this spring. It's $25 a class for the public, but they're making it free for anyone at Augsburg (just bring your ID). Let me know if you have questions, and we hope to see you there!

Tuesdays 6-8 pm

1/3 Intro to Urban Farming - Music Hall, Sateren Auditorium
1/10 Growing 101 Plants, Tools, & Tricks (Beg/Int) - Science Hall, Room 123
1/17 Preparing and Planting Your Site (Beg/Int) - Science Hall, Room 123
1/24 Organic Growing: Principles in Action (Beg/Int) - Science Hall, Room 123
1/31 Rotations, Companions, & Successions: Designing Your Own Growing Space (Int) - Science Hall, Room 123
2/7 Marketing Strategies & Options for the Urban Farmer (market) - Science 2/21 Designing Your Business Plan (Market) - Science Hall, Room 123

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International Social Work Conference

The Social Work Department at Augsburg College invites panel, paper, and poster proposals for its first International Social Work Conference, June 14-15, 2012 in Minneapolis, MN. The event will be held at Augsburg's main Minneapolis campus. The conference is intended to be an international exchange of social work practice throughout the world.

For more information, contact intlswkconf@augsburg.edu or visit our website: http://www.augsburg.edu/socialwork/conference.html

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Mike Weimerskirch on "Only a Game"

Mike Weimerskirch was interviewed on NPR's national sports show "Only a Game" produced at WBUR in Boston. From the 2012 Joint Mathematics Meetings in Boston last week, mathematicians tried to explain the statistics of tournaments and the Bowl Championship Series. Unfortunately, their conclusion was that tournament champions usually just win because they have a winning streak. This is the second time Augsburg made it on "Only a Game" in the past year. Last year we made the show with the two overtime men's hockey games played against St. Olaf and Gustavus at the end of the season. This is a great show and should be on your iPod (MPR took it off the air last year as too entertaining).

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Auggie Athletics Update

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

Friday, Jan. 13:
Men's Hockey -- Augsburg 5, Concordia-Moorhead 1
http://athletics.augsburg.edu/news/2012/1/13/mhoc011312.aspx


Saturday, Jan. 14:
Wrestling -- Augsburg at Cornell (Iowa) Matman Open, White Team (JV) at Central (Iowa) Invitational
http://athletics.augsburg.edu/news/2012/1/14/wres011412.aspx?path=wrestling

Men's Hockey -- Concordia-Moorhead 4, Augsburg 1
http://athletics.augsburg.edu/news/2012/1/14/mhoc011412.aspx?path=mhockey

Women's Basketball -- St. Mary's 57, Augsburg 49
http://athletics.augsburg.edu/news/2012/1/14/wbb011412.aspx?path=wbball

Men's Basketball -- Augsburg 65, St. Mary's 61
http://athletics.augsburg.edu/news/2012/1/14/mbb011412.aspx?path=mbball

Women's Hockey -- Augsburg 2, St. Scholastica 2 (OT)
http://athletics.augsburg.edu/news/2012/1/14/whoc011412.aspx?path=whockey


Sunday, Jan. 15:
Women's Hockey -- Augsburg 1, St. Scholastica 1 (OT)
http://athletics.augsburg.edu/news/2012/1/15/whoc011512.aspx?path=whockey


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

Monday, Jan. 16:
Men's Basketball -- Augsburg vs. Carleton, Si Melby Hall, 7:30 p.m.
Women's Basketball -- Augsburg at Carleton, 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Jan. 17:
Wrestling -- Augsburg White Team (JV) vs. Rochester CTC, Si Melby Hall, 6 p.m.
Wrestling -- Augsburg vs. Minnesota State Moorhead, Si Melby Hall, 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Jan. 18:
Women's Basketball -- Augsburg vs. St. Benedict, Si Melby Hall, 7:30 p.m.
Men's Basketball -- Augsburg at St. John's, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 20:
Women's Hockey -- Augsburg at Hamline, 7 p.m.
Men's Hockey -- Augsburg vs. Hamline, Ed Saugestad Rink, 7:05 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 21:
Wrestling -- Augsburg at Wabash (Ind.) Max Servies Duals, 8 a.m.
Women's Swimming -- Augsburg at St. Mary's Triangular with Carleton, 1 p.m.
Women's Hockey -- Augsburg vs. Hamline, Ed Saugestad Rink, 2 p.m.
Men's Hockey -- Augsburg at Hamline, 2 p.m.
Women's Basketball -- Augsburg at St. Catherine, 3 p.m.

Monday, Jan. 23:
Men's Basketball -- Augsburg vs. Hamline, Si Melby Hall, 7:30 p.m.

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