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Experience Thailand in May

The English course, Education and Culture in Thailand, will be offered again this May through Augsburg Abroad. Students will spend three weeks in Bangkok, Chiangmai, and Prachuab Khirikan, thus experiencing a very large city with temples, a palace, Chinatown, and markets; a northern city with cottage industries, elephants, and the varying cultures of hill tribes; and a small town on the Andaman Sea very close to Myanmar. Students will teach English at this last stop in the place where the trip leaders were Peace Corps volunteers. The course fulfills a Humanities LAF, an English elective, the Augsburg Experience requirement, and provides valuable experience in ELL. The deadline for application is near: Feb. 1.
Come experience amazing Thailand with us!

If you have questions, please contact K. Swanson (x1010) or Augsburg Abroad.

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Writing Lab Is Now Open

The Augsburg College Writing Lab, located in Lindell Library (street level, left of the circulation desk), is now open for winter trimester and spring semester. Last term, tutors in the lab conducted almost 1300 sessions working with students on their writing assignments. Tutors can help writers at any stage of their writing process. No appointments are taken; just stop by. Hours are as follows:

Monday: 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. & 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 12:00-2:30 p.m.; 3:00-5:30 p.m. & 7:30-10:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 3:00-5:30 p.m. & 6:30-9:00 p.m.
Thursday: 12:00-2:30 p.m.; 3:00-5:30 p.m. & 7:30-10:00 p.m.
Friday: 4:30-7:00 p.m.
Sunday: 5:00-8:00 p.m.

Any questions? Contact Professor Swanson (x1010).

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Study Abroad in CUBA Fall 2012

So close and yet so foreign, Cuba remains an exciting and intriguing country.

Fall 2012 semester students are invited to apply to "History, Culture, and the Politics of Cuba" to learn about:

Cuba's culture
The history of Cuba
Cuban politics
Spanish language

A $1000 CGE Auggie Grant applies automatically to the program in addition to any financial aid you already receive.

APPLY to AUGSBURG ABROAD by MARCH 1.

Haven't attended study abroad advising--come to Murphy Place ASAP.

Walk-in Advising Times:
10:30-10:50 am: MTWF
2:30-2:50 pm: WF
3:30-3:50 pm: TTH

GET STARTED HERE:
http://www.augsburg.edu/augsburgabroad/

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Win a Kindle Touch - Next Wednesday

The Strommen Career and Internship Center staff will be in the lobby of the Christensen Center on Wednesday, Feb. 1st from 4-5:30 pm. Stop by to receive resume tips, job & internship tips, or register for the MN Private College Job/Internship fair. Treats & music will be provided! Everyone that stops by will have a chance to win the door prize, which is a Kindle Touch! Questions, call us at 612-330-1148

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Getaway Retreat for AFA Students

The Augsburg for Adults Office, Center for Faith & Learning, Campus Ministry and Strommen Career and Internship Center are sponsoring the annual Getaway Retreat. Current WEC and Graduate students are invited to "get away" from their busy lives to reflect and learn more about personal strengths and vocation.

The retreat will take place on Saturday, March 31, 2012, 9:45AM-5:00 PM at The Marsh Center for Balance & Fitness in Minnetonka. Participants will receive a half-hour long massage, snacks, lunch, and several tools for personal assessments and discovery.

If you are interested in attending, please email Lonna Field at fieldl@augsburg.edu for the registration form. We ask that students pay $30 for the day-long event. Space is limited to 20 students, seated on a first come, first served basis.

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Win $50! - Quick Survey for Working Students 22+

Are you a working college student over age 22? If so, Jennifer Grant, Assistant Professor in the Business--MIS department invites you to participate in a research study examining the link between the workplace and educational environments. If you would like to help out, please click on the link below and complete a 25-item survey. It should take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete. The risks to participation are the following: probing for personal or sensitive information. As a thank you gift for your participation, you can choose to provide an email address and enter a drawing to win a $50 Amazon.com gift certificate!

http://augsburg.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_d4q6Is0fgjlFSV6

Thank you for your assistance!

Jennifer Grant
Assistant Professor, Business-MIS
612-330-1125
grantj@augsburg.edu

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URGO Summer Research Applications Available Online

The application for URGO summer research is now available.

Spend your summer doing something you love while enhancing your resume for grad school. Apply for a full- or part- time URGO summer research grant working on your own research or creative question, or a professor's current project. Gain valuable research, writing and presentation skills, and the opportunity to present your project during Augsburg's annual Zyzzogeton poster session. Open to all disciplines.

Applications are available at http://www.augsburg.edu/urgo/summer.html OR in the URGO public folder OR by emailing urgo@augsburg.edu

If you have questions, please email urgo@augsburg.edu

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Still Time to Sign Up for Spring Break in Alabama

Consider spending your spring break building "Sweet Homes in Alabama" with other Auggies. This week-long alternative spring break trip continues our commitment to help in the Gulf Coast and offers up an amazing opportunity for the participants to focus on service, vocation, and interfaith collaboration in a memorable way. We hope you might take part this year!

Registration details & forms are available in the Campus Ministry Office or by emailing fieldl@augsburg.edu. Please contact Lonna Field (612-330-1467) or Campus Ministry for more information or with any questions.

- Sponsored by Campus Ministry, Center for Faith and Learning, and the Bonner Leaders Program

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TODAY - MN Reading Corps/Math Corps Info Session

MN Reading Corps/Math Corps - Informational Session TODAY
Friday, January 27, 2012
9-1 pm - Representatives tabling in the Christensen Center Lobby
1-2:00 pm - Informational Session, Old Main Room 101
Stop by and learn how you can become an MN Reading Corp member. Reading Corps, one of the largest AmeriCorps programs in the country, is a statewide initiative to help every Minnesota child become a successful reader by the end of 3rd grade. AmeriCorps members are trained in research-based instruction and help students age 3 through grade 3 catch up to their peers.

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SABO SCHOLARSHIPS: 2012-13 Feb 24 deadline

SABO SCHOLARS/SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE for 5 students who will be Juniors in 2012-13 and who demonstrate an interest and commitment to engagement in the political process, public policy issues and careers in public service. Each Sabo Scholar receives a $2000 scholarship [divided equally between the 2 semesters].

Expectations of Sabo Scholars include collaborating with Representative Martin Sabo, Sabo Professor Garry Hesser, and Senior Faculty Fellows to identify and create opportunities for Augsburg students to engage more fully in public policy issues, the political process and exploring career in public service. In addition, the Sabo Scholars help to shape the present endeavors and future direction of the Sabo Center. The Scholars meet monthly with Representative Sabo, Sabo Professor Hesser, Sr. Fellows & local alums and persons engaged in public service, policy related work and the political process. The deadline for application is February 24.

For further information and applications contact: Garry Hesser, Sabo Professor of Citizenship and Learning, Memorial 432, hesser@augsburg.edu [612-330-1664]

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EP!C at Tiki Juice Bar TONIGHT at All-Nighter

Attention students -- if you plan to come to ASAC's All-Nighter tonight, please stop by the EP!C Tiki Juice Bar and sample an alternative drink!

EP!C are on campus peer educators trained to promote making healthy and good choices around alcohol -- if you choose to drink. They also let students know that there are plenty of alternatives to drinking and that most Augbsurg students choose NOT to drink!!

EP!C is sponsored by the Center for Counseling & Health Promotion -- so stop by and meet us tonight and have a "drink" on us!! Questions, please call Dianne in the CCHP office at 612-330-1707.

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Dining Services

Did you know you can purchase flex points online at Augsburg.aviands.com/flex-points.
You can pay with a credit card or charge to your student account.

Nabo
The lunch special today is a Turkey Bacon Ranch wrap with chips and a fountain drink for $5.99.

Commons
Lunch Today
Marketplace: Beef Stir Fry, White Rice, Pork Lo Mein, Chicken Potstickers
Bravo: Italian Sausage with Peppers and Onions, Garlic Basil Spaghetti
World Flavors: Fettuccini Bar with pesto, alfredo and marinara
Vege: Balsamic Grilled Eggplant on Ciabatta, Zucchini Sticks, Risotto Milanese, Veggies

Einsteins
Our featured sandwich is the Maple Oatmeal Bagel Sandwich. We also have a new Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Muffin. We have soup every day and we always offer the Turkey Chili.
Did you know we still offer the dirty polar bear? A frozen blended coffee drink with white chocolate and Oreos.

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Congratulations to Goldwater Nominees

Congratulations to Joseph Buchman (Chemistry), Emma Capman (Physics), Kayla Johnson (Biology), and Austin Wagner (Mathematics) on their nominations for the Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship! Augsburg College can nominate four students for the Goldwater Scholarship Competition. These prestigious one and two year scholarships cover the cost of tuition, fees, books, and room and board up to a maximum of $7,500 per year. The students will know if they've won in two or three months.

Thank you to:
Professor Benjamin Stottrup for facilitating the application process in conjunction with the URGO office.
Reviewers: Professors Mark Engebretson, Dallas Liddle, David Crowe, and Benjamin Stottrup.
Mentors for research proposals: Professors Matthew Beckman, Vivian Feng, Mark Engebretson, Jody Sorenson
Letter Writers: Professors Matthew Beckman, Vivian Feng, Mark Engebretson, Jody Sorenson, Benjamin Stottrup, Joan Kunz, Jennifer Bankers-Fulbright, Tracy Bibelnieks, William Capman, and John Zobitz.

Good luck to our applicants!

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FREE Professional Counseling Available On Campus

Students, did you know that FREE professional counseling is available to you right here on campus? That's right, as an Augsburg student you can get up to TEN free counseling sessions each academic year. The Center for Counseling & Health Promotion located in the house on the corner of 21st & 7th has five professional counselors available to meet with you -- Nancy, Beth, Jon, Christine and Norma.

Counseling is a great place to go when you need to talk to someone who is objective and who may be able to help come up with new ways to look at things. It's all confidential, too - what you talk about at CCHP stays at CCHP!!

If you would like to make an appointment, please call the CCHP office at 612-330-1707 or stop in and schedule an appointment at the house. For additional information check out our website at www.augsburg.edu/cchp.

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Enter to Win an iPad at Study Abroad Fair: Feb 17

Please mark your calendar for the Study & Intern Abroad Fair. Friday, February 17 10:00-2:00 pm Christensen Center Lobby

Representatives from all Augsburg and affiliate programs will be present. Attend the fair. Enter a drawing for an iPad 2.

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