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Staff Development Series - TOMORROW

All staff are invited to participate in the ongoing series designed for staff. This series addresses both personal and professional development needs. Sessions will be held on from. The remaining workshops scheduled for Spring and Summer 2012 include:

Tuesday, February 28, 8:00-9:30, OGC 100 – Identifying Needs and Strategies for Change (Lori Peterson and Andrea Turner)
Tuesday, March 20, 8:00-9:30, OGC 200 – Building a Case for Change (Jim Erchul and Staney Rostad)
Tuesday, April 17, 8:00-9:30, Riverside – Collaborating Across Boundaries (Jessica Fox-Wilson and Judy Johnson)
May 22-24 – Creating an Inclusive Campus conference and working session
Tuesday, June 19, 8:00-9:30, OGC 114 – Addressing Student Needs (Jennifer Simon and Ann Garvey)
Tuesday, July 17, 8:00-9:30, OGC 114 – Getting Involved in Campus Work (Kelsey Richardson Blackwell and Nate Hallanger)
Tuesday, August 21, 8:00-9:30, OGC 200 – Continuing to Learn: Preparing for the Future (TBD)

To rsvp for this series, please contact Sarah Hedstrom (hedstrom@augsburg.edu).

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Take the Augsburg Experience Survey

Please help out current students looking to gather information regarding the Augsburg Experience Graduation Requirement.
All current and alumni students are encouraged to answer the survey!
It is only 11 questions, and will not take more than five minutes of your time.
Please follow the link below to take the survey!
http://augsburg.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_9sEi7Me7OzJPIa0

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Dining Services

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

Einsteins:

For a limited time we are offering the Asiago Steak and Cheddar Egg Sandwich.
Coming soon are St. Patricks Day sugar cookies, for a limited time only.

Nabo:
The lunch special today is Bacon Mac and Cheese with a bread stick and a fountain drink for $5.99

Commons:
Marketplace: Burgundy Beef Tips, Egg Noodles, Dill Salmon, Parsley Buttered Potatoes
Bravo: Chicken Parmesan, Garlic Fettuccini
Vege: Espanol Ravioli with Marinara, Garlic Breadstick, Baked Cheese and Portabella Pasta, Veggies
World Flavors: Mini Burger Monday

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Anderson Hall Neighborhoods

Are you interested in living with a group of students in Anderson Hall townhouses or floorhouses for next year?

Do you want to guarantee that you will have on-campus housing for next year?

Sign-up for an Anderson Hall Neighborhood for the 2012-2013 academic year!

Everybody Loves Everybody
Environmental Neighborhood
Hip Hop House
Back to the 90s!
Student Orgs
Global Village
Artist's Den
Sabo Civic Engagement House
Athletic Team
Video Games

Interested? Contact Ali Pickens or Tanya Hartwig: pickens@augsburg.edu; hartwig@augsburg.edu

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Students: Looking for Your 2011 1098T Tax Form?

The 2011 1098T tax form is now available online. Students who were billed for educational expenses in the 2011 tax year will have one available to them. You may access it by logging into Augnet, Records and Registration and selecting the "Make a Payment/Account Activity" link. The form is listed under the "Your Bills" heading, titled 2011. To view more information about the form, please visit the Enrollment Center website.

Thank you!
The Office of Student Financial Services

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Spring WEC Class: Intro to American Indian Studies

Looking for classes to take in the spring?

The American Indian Studies department has Introduction to American Indian Studies: (AIS 105) for this spring trimester. This class meets on Sundays 1:00-5:00pm.

This class is designed to introduce students to the content areas of the American Indian studies curriculum; this course includes an overview of American Indian history, federal Indian policy, land issues, reservation and urban issues, cross-cultural influences, and American Indian literature, art, music, and language.

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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. Please go to http://web.augsburg.edu/cao to find the locker request form and return it to the Auggie's Nest located on the basement level of Christensen Center.

For questions, email AuBri Weatherspoon at cao@augsburg.edu

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Housing Expo Information

Selection numbers for all eligible current students have been e-mailed as of February 13th.
The e-mails are being sent by agr-reports@augsburg.edu. Students with ARHOLDS will be sent their selection numbers as soon as their holds are removed. For more information about your ARHOLD please contact enroll@augsburg.edu. For more information about the Housing Expo please stop by our table in Christensen Center on Tuesday, Feb 28 from 9:30 - 11:00am, in Christensen Center on Wednesday, March 7 from 12:30 - 3:00 pm, or in East Commons, CC on March 7 from 12:30-1:30pm.

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13th Annual Augsburg Leadership Awards Nominations

Nominations are now being accepted for the 13th annual Augsburg Leadership Awards! Students, staff, faculty, alums, and community members are strongly encouraged to nominate their fellow student leaders, student groups, and student group advisers for a variety of awards. People may also nominate themselves or a student group in which they are involved. Winners will be honored at the Augsburg Leadership Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, April 10th at 4:30 PM.

To submit a nomination, simply follow the link: http://augsburg.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_e4WUPOlfotM7LPS

Please keep in mind that all nominations are due by Friday, March 16 at 4:30 pm. For questions, contact Michael Grewe at grewe@augsburg.edu.

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Scholastic Connections Applications Due March 1

ATTENTION UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS OF COLOR:
Scholastic Connections is a scholarship and mentorship program for undergraduate students of color at Augsburg College. Students who are successful in their application process and are selected to participate, receive a $5000 scholarship and are paired with a successful alum of color who serves as mentor for the Scholar.

Six "new" Scholars will be selected for the program for 2012-13.

Eligibility criteria:
• Current Augsburg student or advanced standing transfer student
• Demonstrated financial need
• Demonstrated leadership ability or potential
• Demonstrated community involvement (on or off campus)
• GPA of 2.5 or higher

Application Process:
• Applicants must complete the following:
• Scholastic Connections Application (due 3/1)
• One letter of recommendation from someone other than a family member (due 3/1)
• A completed financial aid file – a completed FAFSA (due 3/1 in the Enrollment Center)
• An application interview with Cindy Peterson (completion deadline 3/15) – instructions to follow receipt of application


APPLICATION DEADLINE IS 3/1.

For more information about the program and access to the application, visit the SC web page at Inside Augsburg, A to Z Directory, Scholastic Connections. http://www.augsburg.edu/connections


ATTENTION FACULTY & STAFF: If you know of a student who could benefit from working with a mentor and receiving scholarship assistance, feel free to nominate the student for SC. Nomination forms are available at the SC web page.

Questions? Contact Cindy Peterson at petersoc@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1754.

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Thank You for a Successful Money Week

Thank you to everyone for a successful money week! We had over 250 Money Secrets shared

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You are Beautiful Tabling TODAY

In recognition of Eating Disorders Awareness Week, CCHP invites you to stop by Christensen Center TODAY - Monday 2/27 from 12:30 - 2 pm to send a "You are Beautiful" card to someone to remind them how beautiful they are to you! You can also pick up information about positive body image as well.

Today's tabling is the first of a week long series of events and activities about nutrition, positive body image, eating disorders, mindful eating and more. Please be sure to check the a-mail each day for daily event and activity announcements.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call the CCHP office at 612-330-1707.

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Staff Senate Open Forum TOMORROW

Please join Staff Senate for Open Forum TOMORROW, Tuesday February 28, at 12:30pm in the Riverside Room. All staff are welcome to attend!

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Anderson Hall Social

On Wednesday, March 7th at 8:30 Anderson Hall will be hosting a social to highlight the benefits of living in the Anderson Hall Community. This event will assist students who may be unsure about living in Anderson for the 2012-2013 school year. The Social will include tours of the four different dorm options, games, and snacks. Bring a few friends and your potential roommates.

In light of Housing Expo to be hosted on Tuesday, April 3rd from 3pm-10pm in the East Commons, the Anderson Hall Social will especially be beneficial.

The Anderson Hall Residence Life staff would love to see you there.

For further inquiries, contact: Joshua Peaslee - peaslee@augsburg.edu

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Indigenous Bolivian and Native American Film Fest.

Where Condor Meets Eagle: Indigenous Bolivian and Native American Film Festival and Cultural Exchange is a three-night film festival celebrating Indigenous film, collaborations across national boundaries, and visual storytelling. Come see world class films from Bolivia, Canada, and Minnesota and meet some of the filmmakers, engage in conversation, and enjoy three great evenings for free. Filmmakers from Bolivia will be present, all films in Spanish will be translated, and lovers of film are welcome.

Dates: March 16, 17, 18, 2012

Screening Location: Parkway Theater, 4814 Chicago Ave. Minneapolis, MN 55407 (612-822-3030).

FREE Admission

For film schedules and information on the program visit www.augsburg.edu/filmseries

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Mindful Eating FREE AfroDeli food Tues 6pm OGC 100

Students...Come experience a new way to eat--in honor of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week! This event will involve a catered meal from AfroDeli and be lead by local meditation student--Alex Haley. Alex has been studying meditation for almost 20 years! He will guide us through a mindful eating experience that first involves becoming aware of the moment and letting go of any distractions. Then we'll chew slowly, stop talking, and tune in to the wonders of AfroDeli...you don't want to miss this!

Co-sponsored by the Augsburg Mindfulness Club and the Center for Counseling & Health Promotion.

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Pike Wins ASA Teaching Award

Professor Diane Pike, Sociology, has been awarded the American Sociological Association's 2012 "Distinguished Contributions to Teaching Award." Congratulations, Diane!

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Book Donations Needed for Book Sale March 17 & 18

We need your book donations for our March 17 and 18, 2012 Book Sale. Drop books off at Memorial Hall 111 (Social Sciences) or Memorial Hall Religion Office reception area (outside Memorial 20). Shop Noon-4 p.m. both days. Presbyterian Church of the Apostles, Burnsville, MN. Dean Seal, Religion Department.

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