Christensen Center Dock Closure

The Christensen Center dock will be closed Tuesday through Thursday, April 15-17, for installation of a new door. Shipping & Receiving will handle alternative arrangements with all regular delivery companies (USPS, UPS, FedEx). If you are expecting large deliveries from other carriers, please work with your vendor to warn them of the dock closure.

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A Big Thanks to Honors Program Students

For picking up trash hidden all winter, a big thank you to students from the Honors Program for their efforts! Everyone on campus appreciates you getting us spiffed up for spring.

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National Crime Victims' Rights Week

Sunday marked the first day of the 2014 National Crime Victims' Rights Week! Observed through April 12, there are events around the nation to honor crime victims and their advocates.

Being a victim of crime can be difficult and confusing. You may have many questions, concerns, or moments of anxiety. If you or someone you know is a victim of crime, advocates are available 24 hours a day to provide guidance, advocacy, information & emotional support.

Council on Crime and Justice http://www.crimeandjustice.org/
24 Hour Crime Victim Hotline: 612-340-5400
TTY: (612) 206-3340 During Business Hours

Help is offered for ALL crime victims, even if you did not report the crime or an arrest has not been made.

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Moodle Help TODAY, 1:00 in OGC 103

Do you need some help
building/editing your hybrid course Moodle site?
planning the online components of your hybrid course?
creating engaging forum discussion assignments?
devising relevant online assignments?

For individualized Moodle help contact Dan McGuire (x1347) or Bonnie Tensen (x1574) or come to OGC 103 Thursday, 1:00-2:30 p.m.

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Oral History Project - Riverside Plaza

Want to hear some interesting stories from past and present residents and workers connected to Riverside Plaza?

Chris Brown of the Preservation Alliance of Minnesota needs help transcribing these interviews for our book project.

Once complete they will be archived at PAM for future researchers. Be a part of history in the making (literally)!

Chris Brown
Email: cbrown@mnpreservation.org
https://www.facebook.com/presalliancemn/posts/10152325127765985?stream_ref=10

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AugSTEM Scholarships for Auggie STEM students

The AugSTEM Scholarship application for 2014-2015 is now available at www.augsburg.edu/stem. Applications are due July 1. Come learn about more about the AugSTEM program and scholarships and find out if you are eligible!

AugSTEM Drop-In Day
April 16 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
STEM Programs Office, Science 154

If you cannot make it for the drop-in hours but plan to apply for the scholarship, please email stem@augsburg.edu to let us know of your intent.

The AugSTEM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Funded by the National Science Foundation, AugSTEM Scholars can receive up to $7,000 per year in financial support. Scholars also become a part of a vital STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

The AugSTEM scholar award is designated for students who are within five semesters of graduating. Applicants must be full-time students in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, chemistry, computer science, mathematics and physics) with a 3.0 GPA within their major. This award is available for U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents who demonstrate financial need via FAFSA. Students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply for this scholarship.

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Faculty - Report Student Graduate School Acceptance

Please follow the link below to report ANY Augsburg students or alumni who were accepted to graduate school or professional school for the fall.

https://docs.google.com/a/augsburg.edu/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0Aq7GIPcECuVAdHJkR3FNcm5Fa0owRzBNeV84cTVlTUE&usp=drive_web#gid=0
Or you can email urgo@augsburg.edu with this information.

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Faculty - Report Student Off-campus Research

Faculty, please follow the link below to record any students in your department who were accepted to off-campus summer research experiences this upcoming summer. URGO would like to congratulate them and offer them our services before they leave.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0Aq7GIPcECuVAdHdQMWZ6VE50YnBFWXdxN2YtSjE3VlE&usp=sharing

Or email this information to urgo@augsburg.edu.

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Need Help? Stop by the Writing Lab Now.

As the end of the term approaches, it is wise to spend some time with the writing tutors in the WL. Don't wait! There are just a few weeks left in the semester.

This is the schedule:
Monday: 11:10 a.m. - 1:40 p.m.; 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 12:30 - 3:00 p.m.; 3:30 - 6:00 p.m.; 7:30 - 10 p.m.
Wednesday: 3:30 - 6:00 p.m.; 6:30 - 9 p.m.
Thursday: 12:30 - 3:00 p.m.; 3:30 - 6:00 p.m.; 7:30 - 10 p.m.
Friday: 4:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Sunday: 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

NOTE for next week: The library will be closed at 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 17 through Easter Sunday. Lab hours resume Monday, April 21.

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Staff Member Receives Fulbright Research Grant

Dylan Lowry, Studio & Equipment Manger for the Film Studies program in the Communications Department, has received a Fulbright research grant to create a documentary film in India. Lowry will travel to Kolkata (formerly Calcutta) to create a film project about artists and an annual Hindu celebration, Durga Puja. With the Critical Language Enhancement Award (CLEA), Lowry will study the Bengali language prior to his grant period.

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Internal Job Posting: Campus Kitchen Project

The Campus Kitchen is looking to hire one internal candidate as the Operations and Education Coordinator for Summer 2014 (May-August). This position coordinates the day-to-day activities and education programs of the Campus Kitchen. For the full job description, visit Human Resources' Moodle page under "Internal Job Postings."

This position is a temporary position, 40 hours/week, May-August.

To apply, send resume and cover letter to wiles@augsburg.edu. Materials must be received by Wednesday, April 16, 2014.

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Summer Reads Vista - Tabling

Apply for a 2014-2015 AmeriCorps VISTA Position with the Minnesota Literacy Council!

Both Literacy and Summer Reads AmeriCorps VISTA positions are available in the Twin Cities metro area and select communities in greater Minnesota.

Literacy VISTA is an AmeriCorps VISTA program of the Minnesota Literacy Council that places and supports approximately 40 members throughout Minnesota to work behind the scenes and create or expand literacy-focused programs that bring low-income children and youth and their families out of poverty. Literacy VISTAs serve full-time for 12 months typically from August to August and receive a living allowance, healthcare benefits, relocation assistance if moving more than 50 miles to serve, and are eligible for an end-of-service Education Award. Applications for Literacy VISTA positions will be reviewed on a rolling basis and must be submitted through anonline application, with the priority deadline of April 18 and final deadline of May 30.

Summer Reads VISTA provides quality tutoring to children in grades K-3 from low-income families. 77 Summer Reads VISTA members serve in summer schools, libraries and community organizations, with the goal of improving children's literacy skills and fighting the summer slide. Mornings are typically spent providing one-to-one literacy tutoring to children in summer schools. Afternoons are typically spent at community sites and libraries, where VISTAs find creative ways to incorporate literacy and enrichment activities into programming. Summer Reads VISTAs serve full-time for about 3 months and receive a living allowance and are eligible for an end-of-service Education Award. Summer Reads VISTA positions will also be reviewed on a rolling basis and must be submitted through an online application, with the final deadline of April 25.

Stop by the Christensen Center lobby on Thursday, April 10 from 10:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. to learn more. To learn more visit http://mnliteracy.org/volunteers/become-vista

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TIAA-CREF Individual Counseling Sessions

TIAA-CREF regularly offers individual counseling sessions at no additional cost to you.

You can discuss your personal financial situation with an experienced TIAA-CREF Financial Consultant on a confidential basis. They are available to discuss how to help you achieve your financial goals by investing in financial solutions such as mutual funds, brokerage, life insurance and annuities.

Sessions will be:
Tuesday, April 29, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. (Sverdrup 102)
Wednesday, April 30, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (Sverdrup 102)
Thursday, May 1, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. (Sverdrup 102)

Space is limited so please RSVP as soon as you can.
To sign up call 1-866-843-5640, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (CT).

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Zyzzogeton

Dear Faculty,

Augsburg's own Zyzzogeton research poster session will be this Friday from 2-4 p.m. in Oren Gateway Center. The students presenting have committed a great deal of time to their research as well as summarizing and synthesizing their results. Zyzzogeton is an important continuation of the research process for these students as they are required to discuss and answer questions regarding their research. When engaged in this format, students learn that research does not end when one presents findings; ideas are continually sharpened and are responded to within the context of a field as well as the broader academe. Your questions and feedback are essential for the success of this event, so please take some time to attend on Friday, if your schedule allows.

Also, a big thank you to those faculty members who have worked with students on their projects and posters! It is a true service to our undergraduates.

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HSA Financial Forum Webinars

Do you have a HSA? Optum Health will offer three Financial Forum webinars to help you plan, save and pay for qualified medical expenses, and to potentially grow your savings tax-free by investing in mutual funds.

You will learn:
- Who is eligible to invest
- How to use the available educational and account management tools
- How to set up an investment account, select funds and allocate dollars
- How to transfer money between your HSA and investment account

Financial Forums have a 20/20 format -- taking only 40 minutes out of your day. The first 20 minutes are dedicated to discussing the HSA topic, with the last 20 minutes held for Q&A.
Don't miss this opportunity to learn how to take full advantage of the tax-free savings your HSA offers.

Times/Dates the forum is offered:
- Thursday, April 24 - 11:00 a.m.
- Wednesday, May 7 - 3:00 p.m.
- Thursday, May 22 - 3:00 p.m.

Space fills up quickly, so register today. For more information or to sign up, visit:
http://go.optum.com/4820_FS_Financial_Forum_Spring_2014-Employee/employee_invite1.pdf?elq_mid=4778&elq_cid=972371&elq_ck=701a0000002AIcBAAW&elq=c24539b2e703407eb3b85c15a5b8d2ed&elqCampaignId=1439

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Virtual Career/Internship Fair - April 17

Are you seeking an internship or full-time career?

The MN Private College Career Consortium Virtual Career Job & Internship Fair will be held on Thursday, April 17. Registration is now open. Free to all students and alum. Get started at: https://www.careereco.com/user/login

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Information Technology Student Survey 2014

The Information Technology Student Survey 2014 is now open to all students and will remain open until Sunday, May 4.

Important details you should know:

go.augsburg.edu/techsurvey

>Survey takes approximately 5 minutes to complete.
>Your responses to the survey will be completely confidential.
>Your participation is voluntary.
>You can enter to win one of four $25 gift cards if you participate.

Should you have questions, please contact the TechDesk (techdesk@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1400). Your participation is very important to us.

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Best of Augsburg Film Festival, Saturday 4/26, 2 p.m.

You are invited to attend the Best of Augsburg Film Festival on Saturday, April 26 in Sateren Auditorium at 2 p.m. Selected works created by Augsburg students during the 2013-14 year will be screened. A panel of guest judges will be present and awards will be handed out.
Any questions or comments, or individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations, contact Dylan Lowry, Studio & Equipment Manager at lowry@augsburg.edu.

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Bonner Leader's Senior Capstone

The Bonner Leader Program Senior Capstone on April 14, 2014 from 4:30-6:00 p.m. in the East Commons of Augsburg College will highlight three senior's accomplishments and highlights from their experience in the program. Please join us in recognizing our graduating Bonner's service.

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Faculty: Explore Your Funding Potential! June 3

Faculty in the Fine Arts and Humanities:

If you have ever wondered how to support your scholarly research or arts-related projects with grants, this workshop is for you!

Join us on June 3 for an afternoon of learning about:
-local foundations and funding opportunities
-ways to optimize your search strategies to find a good funding fit
-strategies for framing your project to increase its chances of getting funded
-how to write winning grants proposals, including those elusive evaluation plans

We'll start with lunch and end with happy hour -- hopefully outdoors in the June sunshine.

This is event is co-hosted by Augsburg and other ACTC schools. The event is free, but registration is required. RSVP by May 10 to reserve your seat.

To learn more and RSVP, please go to http://actc-mn.org/events/explore-your-funding-potential/

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Bruce Rowe Open House TOMORROW

Please join us Friday, April 11, 5-8 p.m. in Oren Gateway Center Room 100 to honor 30 years of service and upcoming retirement of Bruce Rowe, Facilities Department. Bruce has done an amazing job of keeping the Augsburg campus grounds looking beautiful in the growing season, and in keeping snow out of our way the rest of the time! Stop by to share stories and wish him well.

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Commencement Staffing Needed

Commencement 2014 is right around the corner and we're looking for members of the campus community that would be able to assist with staffing various roles during the ceremony. As you can imagine, it takes a lot of people to make sure that the nearly 3,000 guests and our graduates have a seamless, enjoyable day. This year's ceremonies are:

Saturday, May 3, 2014
Ceremony Begins at 1:00 p.m.
Si Melby Hall

Sunday, May 4, 2014
Ceremony Begins at 1:00 p.m.
Si Melby Hall

Please note that the ceremony start time has moved to 1:00 p.m. for 2014!

Opportunities for both dates include:

Ticket Takers
Shift is from 11:15 a.m.-2:45 p.m.
Si Melby Hall Lobby

Ushers/Seating Assistants
Shift is from 11:15 a.m.-2:45 p.m.
Si Melby Hall Lobby

Flag Bearers (Ideally Students)
Shift is from 12:15-1:00 p.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 distributed via email.

Thank you in advance for your help!

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Get Free shirt at Zyzzogeton Friday 2-4 p.m. in OGC

Augsburg student research will be on display at this year's Zyzzogeton Poster Session on Friday, April 11 from 2-4 p.m. in Oren Gateway Center. More than 70 students will be presenting work from a variety of disciplines. Faculty, students, alumni, and the public are all encouraged to come celebrate Augsburg undergraduate research at this festive event, complete with nachos, Italian sodas, and fruitful conversation. Nearly 400 people are expected to attend this year, so you won't want to miss out! We have a few t-shirts left!

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Not Just for Flutists: Flute Fest 2014

Augsburg will be hosting this event on Saturday, April 12 which means a normally $$$ event is FREE with your Augsburg ID. Check out the opportunities with registration in the Foss Atrium starting at 8 am and events running until 7 p.m. Highlights include:

9-10 a.m. (M4/5) - Immanuel Davis (U of M) will present on Alexander Technique. A process that teaches people how to stop using unnecessary levels of muscular and mental tension during their everyday activities. It is an educational process rather than a relaxation technique or form of exercise. Who couldn't use that?

10-11 a.m. (Sateren Auditorium) - Julia Bogorad-Kogan (SPCO) will give an open master class.

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (Sateren Auditorium) - Flute Concert featuring local jazz flutists... including Augsburg alumna Julie Johnson and Augsburg Studio Artist Trudi Anderson.

12:30-1:30 p.m. (Foss Atrium) - Alison Young (MPR) will talk on pursing alternative careers in music.

1:30-3 p.m. (Sateren Auditorium) - Jim Walker, guest artist for the day, will present a master class.

5 p.m. (Hoversten Chapel) - Jim Walker in concert... classical flute repertoire and jazz pieces.

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A-Night of World Flavors: Augsburg's Got Talent

A-Night of World Flavors: Augsburg's Got Talent is a student-run and organized event which showcases Augsburg musicians, dancers, and spoken word artists. The 2014 show is on April 11th, at 5 p.m. in Sateren Auditorium, and is a collaboration between various student organizations on campus. In addition to music, dance, and spoken word, there will be a plethora of other acts and a fashion segment at the end of the night.

A-Night of World Flavors: Augsburg's Got Talent
Date: 11 April 2014
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Location: Sateren Auditorium in the Music Building
Admission: FREE; open to all Day and WEC students
Food: Light snacks and beverages will be provided during intermission

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CGE Data and Highlights from 2012-2013

Hello, Augsburg College community -

The Center for Global Education has been working to better quantify our impact in the field of international education, including how we may have influenced our own campus community. Many individuals on campus are aware of who we are and what we do, but we wanted to share some key data that our recent research has produced.

CGE coordinates short-term study abroad programs for institutions of higher education such as Ohio State University, Boston College, Pacific Lutheran University and many more. Most programs run from 7-10 days, but we have contracted with institutions like Carleton College and Furman University to develop and manage full term programs (trimester, quarter or semester).

Data highlights:
--In FY 2012-2013, CGE coordinated 45 travel seminars for 717 participants. Nine of these programs were for/with Augsburg College faculty and staff.
--Over 95% of the participants rated the seminars as excellent or very good overall
--Over 99% of the participants would recommend our programs to others
--Over 91% of the participants completely agreed that the travel seminar included experiential learning drawing upon a range of local presenters and resources, and learning directly from people they would not have otherwise encountered

Thanks for supporting CGE and we hope to serve more of you this year and beyond.

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