Memorial Window A/C Unit Removal

The window A/C units will be removed next week from September 29 - October 1. If you have any questions or concerns please contact Bryan with facilities at massich@augsburg.edu or 612-280-7447.

Tuesday, September 29 - 3rd and 4th floor A/C units will be removed
Wednesday, September 30 - 2nd floor A/C units will be removed
Thursday, October 1 - 1st floor A/C units will be removed

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Apply for Mayo Innovation Scholars Program

Applications for Augsburg's Mayo Innovations Scholar Program are now available on the URGO website! This program is highly competitive and is primarily designed for juniors and seniors.

What is MISP?
In the process of conducting research, Mayo Clinic scientists have developed new products that may be marketable. These products are submitted to the Mayo Clinic Office of Intellectual Property (OIP) for a thorough investigation of marketability. The OIP has a significant backlog of products to be investigated. One of the backlogged products or inventions is assigned to each MISP team for investigative research and formal presentation at Mayo Clinic.

Augsburg's team will consist of an MBA student, 3 undergraduate science students, 1 undergraduate business/economics students, and a Licensing Manager from the Mayo Clinic OIP. The team will work together to understand the science and applications of the projects or innovations and analyze the market potential. Each undergraduate student on the team will receive $1,000. Teams will begin work during October and the final presentations will be in March.

To Apply:
Applications can be found on the URGO website. Completed applications must be submitted to urgo@augsburg.edu by Friday, September 25th. If you have any questions about the program, please contact us at urgo@augsburg.edu, 612-330-1446, or stop in at Science 152.

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Grad School Application Sessions: 9/29 & 9/30

Attend a grad school application session and get tips on finding programs and funding, writing personal statements and CVs, arranging letters of recommendation, and more.

Sessions will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 29 at 1 p.m. in the Riverside Room (Christensen Center) and on Wednesday, Sept. 30 at 2 p.m. in Oren Gateway 103. If you cannot attend a session but are still interested in learning more about applying to graduate school, contact the URGO office at urgo@augsburg.edu to set up an individual meeting.

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Discounted Renaissance Fest Tickets for Sale in HR

While Supplies Last - Renaissance Fest Tickets for Sale

Augsburg Office of Human Resources is pleased to offer discounted 2015 Renaissance Festival tickets available for purchase starting Monday, August 10, 2015 in Human Resources. Tickets can be purchased by check or cash. If paying by cash, please be sure to have exact amount.

The Renaissance Festival is open weekends, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., rain or shine, August 22 through October 4. The festival will also be open on Labor Day on September 7 and Festival Friday on October 2. Parking is free.

For more information about the festival see: http://www.renaissancefest.com/

Discounted ticket prices are:
Adult = $17.95 ($22.95 at the gate)
Child (ages 5-12) = $10.50 ($13.95 at the gate)
Food coupon book = $5.00

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Food Service Hours

Wednesday 9/23/15

Nabo is open from 7:30am-8:00pm.

Einsteins is open from 7:30am-9:00pm, with the Late Night Menu starting at 7:00pm.

The Commons is open from 7:30am-7:00pm. Market Place is serving Grilled Quinoa Cakes, Braised Carrots with Thyme, Boiled Baby Reds with Basil, and Chicken Alla Orange. Vege is serving Brussels Sprouts with Spicy Sweet Mustard, Roasted Cauliflower with Raisins, Brown Rice with Lemon, Broccoli with Garlic White Wine Sauce.

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Web Wednesday Hangout

The Web Wednesday Hangout, from 3-4 p.m. via Google Hangout, is for any website content manager--or anyone else at the college--who wants to discuss website issues. Bring your questions about working with WordPress, HTML, web media integration, or writing and layout for the web.

Join the Hangout or view the full calendar by visiting my website: http://engage.augsburg.edu/mannj/meetings/

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Augsburg Receives Excellence in Diversity Award

Augsburg College recently received the 2015 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education. As a recipient of the annual HEED Award -- a national honor recognizing U.S. colleges and universities that demonstrate an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion -- Augsburg will be featured, along with 91 other recipients, in the November 2015 issue of INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine.

INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine selected Augsburg for this prestigious award based upon the College's commitment to intentional diversity, investment in growth of community members and students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds, faculty commitment to diversity inclusion in the curriculum and to inclusive classrooms, and the level of student engagement and activism.

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Food Service Specials

Wednesday 9/23/15

The Nabo Special of the Day is Chicken Tenders with French Fries.

Today is Wing Wednesday in The Commons!

Made to Order Smoothie Bar in The Commons at Breakfast and Lunch!

Come to Nabo to try several new items including Build Your Own Salad, Black Eye on tap Cold Press and Nitro, Kind bars, Pop-Tarts, and more!

Enjoy the new beverages in The Commons; Crystal Light, Orange Crush, Cherry Pepsi, and Diet Dr. Pepper!

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An Evening with Sister Helen Prejean - Saturday

From Dead Man Walking to an Oasis of Hope in Nicaragua:
Saturday, September 26th, 7-9 p.m., in the Chapel

Sister Helen, an engaging, thought-provoking presenter, will discuss her first experience as a spiritual director for someone walking to the death chamber, her journey to Nicaragua, and the non-profit organization, "Friends of Batahola". This fundraiser event is hosted by CGEE and the local non-profit organization "Friends of Batahola".

All funds raised on Saturday will go to the Friends of Batahola organization, a cultural center based in Managua, Nicaragua dedicated to "Promoting a culture of gender and generational equity, which enables women and men of all ages to discover and affirm their human rights, self-esteem and the equality of all people."

An engaging speaker for all, anyone interested in social justice, grassroots political campaigns, Nicaragua/Latin America, and those opposed to the death penalty will be especially interested in Sister Helen's talk. The event also features local jazz musicians, Nicaraguan crafts and jewelry for sale, and a book signing with Sister Helen. Sister Helen's books will also be available for purchase.

Augsburg students, staff, and faculty free with ID.

Non-Augsburg Price: $20.00 for general admission, $15.00 for students w/ID.

Reserve your seat at: tickets.augsburg.edu

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Daily Chapel at 10:40am: "Updating Your Profile"

Join us for worship in the chapel today at 10:40 am: "Updating Your Profile," Dr. Phil Quanbeck, II, Associate Professor, Religion Department.

Upcoming Worship in the Chapel:
Wednesday Night Communion @ 9:30pm: "Taizé Prayer Around the Cross" liturgy. Message: Babette Chatman, Collaborative Community Partner, Redeemer Center for Life & Redeemer Lutheran Church. Testimonial: Jon Bates '15.

Thursday, 9/24, 11:30am: "Spirituality & Recovery," Nestor Garcia Olague. Special guests Mariane Lemieux Wottrich and Tyler Wottrich, voice and piano.

Friday, 9/25, 10:40am: Service of Holy Communion. Pastor Mike Matson '06, Chaplain to Student Athletes, presiding. Taylor Brayley, vocals & guitar; Chapel service on Fridays is followed by C3: Christ, Community & Coffee!

We gather in Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center - Everyone is welcome!

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The University Council: Focused Conversations

The Focused Conversations series begins next week with a discussion of the proposed University Council shared governance structure. The sessions will be facilitated by President Paul Pribbenow.

Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2-3 p.m., Lindell 301
Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2-3 p.m., Oren 100

Click the following links to add a session to your calendar:

Tuesday session: https://augnet.augsburg.edu/protected/administration/reports/documents/president/allhands2015-16/index.htm?icalmail=e676490c639208d8442fe0ed5e02e993&returnpath=%2Fprotected%2Fadministration%2Freports%2Fdocuments%2Fpresident%2Fallhands2015-16%2Findex.htm%3Fmonth%3D9%26amp%3Bday%3D29%26amp%3Byear%3D2015

Wednesday session: https://augnet.augsburg.edu/protected/administration/reports/documents/president/allhands2015-16/index.htm?icalmail=1444b852975df1e65e1363e62e3c52a3&returnpath=%2Fprotected%2Fadministration%2Freports%2Fdocuments%2Fpresident%2Fallhands2015-16%2Findex.htm%3Fmonth%3D9%26amp%3Bday%3D30%26amp%3Byear%3D2015

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Fine Arts & Humanities Week Is Coming Soon

Coming soon! Fine Arts & Humanities Week is next week

Professional Studies Week is underway, but Fine Arts & Humanities Week is right around the corner! With six offerings during the week, be sure to check out the full event details online and add events of interest to your calendar now.

Fine Arts & Humanities Week offerings include:

--From Zero Spanish to Living and Working in Nicaragua: One Study Abroad Alum's Success Story - Monday, Sept. 28 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. in the Multicultural/International Suite (Lower Level Christensen Center)

--English Majors & Meaningful Work: Three Alums Talk about Their Careers - Monday, Sept. 28 from 6:00-9:30 p.m. in SVE 1

--Tabling: Center for Global Education and Experience for the Fine Arts & Humanities - Wednesday, Sept. 30 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in Christensen Lobby

--Sex, Lies and Videotape: Careers in Public History and Digital Humanities - Wednesday, Sept. 30 from 5:00-6:00 p.m. in Old Main 105

--Courage: Editors from The Riveter Magazine speak about how to find the strength to start your own creative careers - Thursday, October 1 at 7:00 p.m. in the Marshall Room, Christensen Center

--Fine Arts & Humanities Alumni Panel Discussion - Friday, Oct. 2 from 12:30-1:40 p.m. in East Commons

To learn more about these and other events in the Fall Major/Career Exploration Series, visit: http://www.augsburg.edu/strommen/career-preparation/fall-majorcareer-exploration-series/

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CWC Health Fair - TODAY - Indoors

Please stop by the Center for Wellness and Counseling Annual Health Fair, which has been moved indoors due to the weather. There are FREE chair massages and the therapy dogs on the lower level as well as info from Smiley's Clinic and the Aurora Center. You can also meet the CWC staff and our new community resource specialist. Upstairs in East Commons you will find a salad buffet, employee benefit representatives, Memorial Blood Center to get your blood type and sign up to donate blood as well as info from the Suicide Awareness org, OutFront MN, The Emily Program and Augsburg Residence Life and Physicians Assistant program and so much more.

Please stop by Christensen Center between 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. TODAY!

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Hear from Auggie Alums: Prof. Studies Panel (9/25)

Hear from Auggie Alumni at Professional Studies Panel on Friday, September 25 from 12:30-1:40 p.m. in East Commons, Christensen Center

Ever wondered what it might be like to work for the Minnesota Twins or help people grow and develop as employees at a large company like Ameriprise? Could you see yourself visiting folks in jail as part of your job? How about using your communication skills each day as you manage complex projects in corporate setting? Or are you curious about finding a career where you can help people be and stay healthy, beyond being a personal trainer or gym teacher?

Then this panel discussion is for you!

Join five Auggie Alumni as we hear about their time at Augsburg, how they explored major and career options, and where they are today. Walk away with tips and insights to help you move forward in finding your path! This panel is appropriate for students in all years of school and is open to all.


Alumni Panelists will be:

Chad Jackson, senior account executive, corporate partnerships - Minnesota Twins Baseball Club (Elementary Education Major)

Samantha Johns, project manager - Travelers (Communication & Management Majors)

Kendra Roberg, MSW, LISW, legal disposition advisor, Hennepin County Public Defender's Office (Social Work Major and Sociology Minor)

Andrew Scott, senior manager of Research & Data Analytics for Life Time Fitness (Health and Physical Education Major)

Howie Smith, manager of Talent Development, Ameriprise Financial (Social Science Education and Physical Education Majors)

To learn more, read bios of the alumni panelists, or to check out the other events and offerings planned during the 5-week Major/Career Exploration Series, visit: http://www.augsburg.edu/strommen/career-preparation/fall-majorcareer-exploration-series/

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