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Summer in the Writing Lab
The Writing Lab tutors are working this summer. Here is the schedule:
Now - June 28: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays between 5 - 7:30 p.m.
BREAK
July 8 - August 8: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays between 5 - 7:30 p.m.
The Lab is located on the street level of Lindell Library, just left of the circulation desk. Tutors are available to help any Augsburg student with any writing assignment.
Questions? Contact K. Swanson, English.
Tales from Kilimanjaro: June 17 in Lindell 301
Come hear about the recent Augsburg study abroad trip to Tanzania, during which students climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro (over 19,000 ft high), visited with Hadzabe bushmen and Datoga pastoralists, and studied the challenges of sustainability in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Students will be sharing stories, photos, and brief presentations on their research projects from the trip.
Lindell 301, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. on Monday, June 17.
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Sustainability of Food Systems MOOC Course
Join a group of professors, administrators, staff, and students in this free online course from the U of M to explore the issues of sustainability and our food system, and the opportunities that MOOCs present for teaching and learning at Augsburg College. Please let me know if you want to join the class and want to meet weekly in a discussion group. Our "class discussion" time is tentatively set for Wednesdays at 4 p.m.
https://www.coursera.org/course/globalfoodsystems
Sustainability of Food Systems: A Global Life Cycle Perspective
Jason Hill
This course explores the diversity of the foods we eat, the ways in which we grow, process, distribute, and prepare them, and the impacts they have upon our environment, health, and society. We will also examine the challenges and opportunities of creating a more sustainable global food system in the future.
Workload: 3-4 hours/week
Sessions: June 14, 2013 (8 weeks long)
Introducing Spark Sessions for Faculty and Staff
Do you have an idea for research or scholarship that has been collecting dust? Need feedback on your proposal but aren't sure who to ask? Are you intimidated or confused by the grant seeking process?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, attend an upcoming Spark Session!
What is a Spark Session?
Spark Sessions provide an opportunity for faculty and staff to share ideas and support each other in proposal development and grant submission. Attend a Spark Session to:
• Brainstorm and generate new ideas
• Refine your idea
• Receive feedback and support
• Learn from your peers
• Network and collaborate
• Receive up to date news and information regarding external grants
Spark Sessions will be held monthly and will last approximately 1 hour. Discussion content will change each month based on the ideas and topics shared by your peers.
Who should attend?
Faculty and staff of all disciplines and experience levels are encouraged to attend the Spark Sessions. The only requisites are 1) an interest in proposal development and grant seeking, and 2) a willingness to share your ideas or provide constructive feedback to your peers.
When will Spark Sessions be held?
Help us schedule a time that works for you! If you are interested in participating in a Spark Session, please send the following information to Erica Swift at swift@augsburg.edu:
• Name
• Preferred day(s) of the week and time(s) for session to be held
Want to learn more about external grants? View our webpage at http://inside.augsburg.edu/grants/
Estate Sale
AUGSBURG ASSOCIATES ESTATE SALE
Friday, June 14, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Saturday, June 15, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
5321 Girard Av S
Minneapolis
Dining Services
The Commons is now open for lunch and dinner.
Today the lunch hours are 11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Lunch Menu:
Salad bar, yogurt bar and pasta salad.
Chicken Chasseur, Steamed Broccoli, White Rice, Dinner Roll
Dinner Menu:
Beef Lasagna, Vegetable Lasagna, Steamed Cauliflower, Bread Stick
Event Announcements
Photos From The Greenway
Spring semester students enrolled in Community Based Photography partnered with the Midtown Greenway Coalition to document the landscape, users, activities, and areas surrounding the Midtown Greenway. The project culminated with Photos From The Greenway an exhibition of 30 black and white photographs currently on display through June 30, 2013 at the Midtown Greenway Coalition office.
A reception will be held at the Coalition office on June 22, 2013 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Students from the class will be present to talk about their work and experiences. Please stop by meet the students and view their work. The reception also coincides with the Greenway Glow, an evening art festival that presents art work/projects along the Greenway from 6:00 p.m. – 12:00 midnight. http://midtowngreenway.org/projects-and-programs/greenway-glow/
The Midtown Greenway Coalition office is located at 2834 10th Avenue South, Greenway Level, Suite 2; Minneapolis, MN 55407
Further information can be provided by Susan Boecher
June Commencement Volunteers Needed
June Commencement 2013 is right around the corner and we're looking for members of the campus community that would be able to volunteer during the ceremony. As you can imagine, it takes a lot of people to make sure that the nearly 3000 guests and our graduates have a seamless, enjoyable day.
Sunday, June 23, 2013
Ceremony Begins at 11:00 a.m.
Si Melby Hall
Volunteer Opportunities for both dates Include:
Ticket Takers
Shift is from 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Si Melby Hall Lobby
Ushers/Seating Assistants
Shift is from 9:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Si Melby Hall Lobby
Flag Bearers (Ideally Students)
Shift is from 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Robes provided
If you're available to help or have questions, please contact Jodi Collen in the Event & Conference Planning department at collen@augsburg.edu. Once shifts are assigned, additional information will be sent to all volunteers regarding their shift.
Thank you in advance for your help!
Career Fair - June 20
The annual Diversity Employment Day Career Fair will be held on Thursday, June 20 from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the Crowne Plaza Minneapolis North, 2200 Freeway Blvd., Minneapolis, MN Free admission! Open to all. Participating companies include: ACR Homes, Marine Officer Program, Radio Disney, WUCW TV, Bed Bath & Beyond and more. Bring a copy of your resume.
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Paper Boxes Needed
We are in the process of getting our home ready for sale and are looking for boxes, preferably copy paper boxes with lids, to start the packing process. Contact Kris at ext. 1504 or connell@augsburg.edu Thanks!
2 Bedrooms Available August
The upstairs apartment in the duplex we own and occupy will be available August 1. We're in the Corcoran neighborhood, home to the Midtown YWCA, farmers market, and the Juicy Lucy. Sunny and quiet, it's wonderful and close to campus. All the details at http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hnp/apa/3839103993.html