Tuesday, February 12, 2013
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Teaching and Learning

Have You Found the Writing Lab?

Writing tutors are ready to help with any writing assignments you have. Find them in the Writing Lab, street level of Lindell Library, just left of the circulation desk. These are the hours:

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

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Staff Development Series

Staff Development Series - Leading and Participating in Effective Meetings

When: 2/19/13 from 10-11:30 a.m.

Where: Riverside Room

RSVP Link: http://augsburg.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_1SquSS0JAN6F3Lv

About the Session:

During this session participants will engage in identifying characteristics of effective meetings and discuss specific strategies about leading effectively in a variety of meeting types, including goal setting, agenda building, engaging participants and following up after meetings. Participants will explore the similarities and differences between effective leadership and participation in meeting settings.

About the Facilitators:

Scott Krajewski serves Augsburg College as the Director of IT Services. In that role he directs the staff that create and manage the IT support experience for faculty, staff and students. In addition he works with many departments across campus on IT-related projects.

Amy Gort serves Augsburg College as the Assistant Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of Arts and Sciences. In that role, she works with several academic departments and faculty relating to curriculum, course scheduling, faculty hiring, and assessment of student learning. In addition, she works with academic staff in the areas of the library, the Gage Center for Student Success, grant-funded programs, undergraduate research, and Career and Internship Services.

We hope to see you there!

Tracy Christianson and Erin Voss
Center for Teaching and Learning Fellows

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General Announcements

Bonner Leader Applications Now Available

2013-2014 Applications are now available for the Bonner Leaders Program!

Students who are passionate about civic engagement and social justice work are encouraged to apply. The Bonner Leaders Program is a service-based work-study program that gives students the opportunity to make lasting change in their community around issues they care about while developing strong leadership skills.

Applications are due to the Bonner Office in the Sabo Center by March 8.

To learn more about the Bonner Leaders Program, visit our website.
http://www.augsburg.edu/bonner

If you have any questions about the program, contact us at bonnerprogram@augsburg.edu

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Augsburg Atheists and Secular Humanists Meeting

The Augsburg Atheists and Secular Humanists (AASH) will be hosting their first meeting of the year tomorrow, Wednesday, February 13th at 4:30 p.m. in OGC 111! This meeting is open to EVERYONE, regardless of beliefs and background, and we welcome a healthy interfaith dialogue.

Refreshments will be served.

Questions? Please contact Anya at cleaver@augsburg.edu

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Down Coat Found

Are you missing your winter coat? A dark blue/navy J.Crew down jacket was found outside in a snow bank near the CCHP office last week.

Please call the CCHP office at 612-330-1707 for additional information or stop by the CCHP office located at 628 21st Avenue.

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Practice Spanish This Thursday

Looking for a place to chat in Spanish and meet new people? We've got just the thing for you - Spanish conversation group! All language levels are welcome to join us for laughs and interesting conversation as we practice speaking in a relaxed and friendly setting.

We meet every Thursday from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. in the Riverside Room, 2nd fl. of the Christensen Center. Signs will be posted. Drop in at any time and stay for as long as you like. We promise there will be no grammar lessons! You are welcome to bring your lunch.

Drop in three times and earn a free T-shirt!

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!

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Dining Services

Nabo:
Nabo is offering a meal replacement special, one meal plan meal per week can be used to purchase the special of the day at Nabo from 1:30 p.m. to close.

The special today is a Turkey Club Pasta with a bread stick and fountain soda.

Valentine Date Night at Nabo:
We are offering a steak, chicken, or pasta dinner for two. You may use flex points to purchase your dinner. Get a free dessert if you RSVP by February 12. You can RSVP by emailing cnowak@aviands.com with your name and party size or stop by Nabo and speak with a supervisor.

Surprise your sweetheart with a beautiful roses! Valentine's Day long stem red, pink, and peach Roses will be sold at Einstein's Bros. Bagels, Nabo Cafe, and The Commons on Thursday, February 14th. They will be sold for $2.75 each or 3 for $7.50.

Einstein Bros:

Stop in and try one of our Egg White Bagel Thin Sandwiches. We are also featuring a combo option with a sandwich and a coffee.


The Commons:

Today we are celebrating Mardi Gras during lunch with a Mardi Gras themed menu. Stop by and taste the flavors of New Orleans and pick up a string of festive beads.

In observation of Lent we will be having Fish every Friday starting this Friday the 15th.

Hours:
Breakfast: 7:30-9:45 a.m.
Continental Breakfast: 9:45-11 a.m.
Lunch: 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Pizza, Sandwich, Salad Bar: 1:30-4:30 p.m.
Dinner: 4:30-7 p.m.

Flex Points can be purchased online at http://augsburg.aviands.com/flex-points/. You can pay with your student account or credit card.

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Nominations Open for Augsburg Leadership Awards

Nominations are open for the 2012-2013 Augsburg Leadership Awards!

Student leaders, student groups, and student group advisors can be nominated for their outstanding leadership and contributions to the Augsburg community this academic year.

To nominate a student, advisor, or student group, please submit the following materials to Michael Grewe via email at grewe@augsburg.edu or to Christensen Center Room 1D by Friday, March 8:

* A nomination packet: http://web.augsburg.edu/cao/ALA_Nomination_Packet.doc
* Optional: Any supplemental materials that would enhance nomination, including recommendation letters, resumes, etc.

Award recipients will be honored at the 14th Annual Augsburg Leadership Awards on Tuesday, April 9. For questions, call 612-330-1499.

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Event Announcements

STEM Programs H.B. Fuller Industry Visit

This Thursday, February 14, Augsburg College STEM Programs will be visiting H.B. Fuller for a tour from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Any students in LSAMP/NorthStar STEM, Calculus Workshop or STEM Peer Mentoring should email stem@augsburg.edu to reserve a spot as soon as possible.

If you're interested in the tour, but you're not a part of one of the above organizations, we encourage you to email your interest to stem@augsburg.edu and you will be contacted as soon as possible if there is room for additional students.

For more information about STEM Programs, please visit our website at: http://www.augsburg.edu/stem/.

H.B. Fuller has been a leading global industrial adhesives manufacturer for over 125 years. Through their shared vision, strong leadership and spirit of collaboration, they consistently deliver the adhesive innovations that enhance our products and lives.

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Study & Intern Abroad Fair - This Friday, 2/15

Come to the Study & Intern Abroad Fair to learn about opportunities in over 80 countries. Also learn about the many scholarships that are offered.

Friday, February 15 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in Christensen Center Lobby.

Enter to win the iPad at the fair. "Like" an Augsburg Abroad Fair post in Facebook for an extra chance to win. http://www.facebook.com/AugsburgAbroad

Study Abroad Deadlines are fast approaching. Visit www.augsburg.edu/augsburgabroad/ for more info.

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TONIGHT: Mardi Gras Madrigals - Tix Still On Sale

Huzzah! It's time once again for Mardi Gras Madrigals! This is the midwinter party you cannot miss. Come celebrate with the Goliard Society of Medievalists.

As always, there will be a full medieval feast—eaten with your hands. This year, the internationally acclaimed early music group The Rose Ensemble will return to Mardi Gras Madrigals. We also have special guests: the Renaissance Quartet, a juggling troupe from Edina High School. There will be lots of goofiness, buffoonery, and, of course, beautiful music from invited high school choirs and Augsburg students and alums. Don't miss it!

Mardi Gras Madrigals takes place on Tuesday, February 12 in Hoversten Chapel. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Box office opens at 6 p.m. Tickets are $20. Augsburg students get in free, but you must still make a reservation.

For tickets and reservations, go to:
http://www.augsburg.edu/medievalstudies/mardigras/

Questions: email adamo@augsburg.edu

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Fun Day at Habitat for Humanity

Join Community LINK for a fun day at Habitat for Humanity on Saturday, Feb 23rd from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. in Shakopee. Please contact commlink@augsburg.edu if you plan on attending or have any questions. Community Link meets every Tuesday @ 7 in the Auggies Nest (basement of Christensen).

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Fulbright Information Sessions - TODAY & Tomorrow

Fulbright Information Sessions
February 12th & February 13th
12-1 p.m. @ Lindell 301

This month, URGO will be hosting two information sessions to highlight the exciting and prestigious academic programs funded by the Fulbright Foundation (both programs will be discussed at each session):

Fulbright Student Program: Students spend a year abroad after college 1) teaching English 2) attending graduate school or 3) conducting a research project. Seeking juniors & seniors.

Fulbright UK Summer Institutes: Students spend 3-6 weeks studying a particular issue at a UK university. Seeking freshmen & sophomores.

Pick which information session day works best for your schedule and come hear about these exciting programs! If you have any questions regarding Fulbright please contact us at urgo@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1446.

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MPIRG Kick-off Meeting - What Do You Want To Change?

What do you want to change in your community?
MPIRG Kick-off: 5-6 p.m. Marshall Room, 2/14/13 PLUS CANDY!

MPIRG (Minnesota Public Interest Research Group), is looking for ideas from Auggies on what we should work on in our community! Meeting is from 5-6 p.m. in the Marshall room in Christensen on 2/14/13 (because MPIRG LOVES you)! Come share your ideas and have your voices heard!

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Project Warm Winter

Community LINK and Thrivent Fellows are hosting Project Warm Winter! Drop off thermals, bedding items, blankets, kitchen ware, backpacks and any other gently used items to the marked boxes in the residence halls and Strommen Center from February 12- March 12. All items will be donated to St. Stephens Human Services. Community Link meets every Tuesday @ 7 in the Auggies Nest (basement of Christensen)

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Make a Card For Someone

Stop by Christensen Center on the 13th from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. to make a card for someone you care about, love, admire, and/or don't know very well but would like get to know. There will be glitter, stickers and candy -yep, this is the big league of card making! Sponsored by Community LINK and Thrivent Fellows. Meetings every Tuesday @ 7 in the Auggies Nest (basement of Christensen).

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Student Government Spring Elections

Elections for the 2013-2014 Augsburg Day Student Government are coming up! Run for Senator, President, and Vice President positions to represent the student body and become a leader in the Augsburg community. Petitions are available outside the Student Government office in the basement of Christensen Center, room 1C and are due with signatures by February 14 at 4:30 p.m. ADSG members will be tabling on the week of February 11th with petitions and more information.

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Register Today - Job & Internship Fair

The Strommen Center for Meaningful Work would like to invite you to attend the annual MN Private College Job & Internship Fair on Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at the Minneapolis Convention Center. Cost $10

To register stop by Suite 100 in the Christensen Center. Registration fee $10. Questions? Call us at 612-330-1148

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Amateur Queens & Kings Scouting

Interested in performing? Like Drag shows? Come be a part of the Drag Show hosted by QSU in April! We are looking for all types of performances: queens, kings, whatever you feel like.

If interested in performing, contact Katie at runningk@augsburg.edu

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ELCA Summer Camp Job Fair - Wednesday

Stop by and network with representatives from youth camps that are hiring for summer 2013. Gain leadership skills and have fun! Wednesday, February 13, 2013 Second Floor, Christensen Center 4-6:30 p.m. (FREE)

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Student Government A'viands Food Conversation

The Student Concerns Committee is sponsoring a dialogue regarding food quality and diversity on Wednesday, February 13 in the Commons during lunch. Come to voice your concerns or get information about food policy at Augsburg.

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PB&J Sandwich Making for Campus Kitchens

Help Community LINK & Thrivent Fellows make PB&J sandwiches for Campus Kitchens on Wednesday, Feb. 20th at from 4-6 p.m. in the Student Lounge. Community Link meets every Tuesday @ 7 in the Auggies Nest (basement of Christensen).

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Keeping Track of Auggies

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For Sale: 2007 Camry

2007 Camry XLE with every available option:
Touch Screen Navigation, Moonroof, Toyota Remote Start, Traction Control,
Push Button Ignition, CD Changer, iPod Interface, Steering Wheel Controls,
Leather Heated Seats, 265 HP, Clear Coat
78,000 Miles
Contact Kathy Kuross, kuross@augsburg.edu

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Need a Passport?

The Minneapolis Passport Agency will be on campus this Friday, February 15, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in Christensen Lobby at the Study & Intern Abroad Fair. Stop by for info on getting a new passport or renewing your old.

http://travel.state.gov/passport/passport_5535.html

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Two Free Couches

I have a 3 seat and a 2 seat matching couches available FREE for pick-up and help moving out of the basement.
Email me for a picture of the fabric. They are about 20 years old and good quality.
Located in Nokomis neighborhood of south Minneapolis.

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