Wednesday, February 17, 2016
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Teaching and Learning

Critical Thinking Workshop: How to Teach it Well

Augsburg has made a commitment to educate students to be 'critical thinkers'. There are numerous pedagogical models available to help faculty accomplish this goal. In this workshop faculty will be briefly introduced to Bloom and Costa's models of critical thinking. Faculty are asked to bring an assignment, quiz, exam, or activity that they are currently using and then we will work on integrating the prompts and levels of critical thinking into these assignments or exams.

Next Wednesday, February 24, to accommodate your busy schedule there will be TWO sessions of this workshop.

Wednesday, February 24
Critical Thinking: How to Teach It Well
12 - 1 p.m. and 3:30-4:30 p.m.
OGC 103

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Sabo Community Engagement Faculty Fellow Program

Applications for the Sabo Community Engagement Fellow Program are now available on the Center for Teaching and Learning website. Due date for applications is March 4.

http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/grant-applications/#sabo-fellows

For more information, please contact Matthew Maruggi, maruggi@augsburg.edu or Mary Laurel True, truem@augsburg.edu

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Articulate Storyline Demo TODAY, 3:15 in Marshall

This afternoon, Ben Stottrup (Physics) and Annika Moe (U of M, Biology) will demonstrate the e-learning platform Articulate Storyline. Come and join in the discussion on how to build flexible and durable flipped classroom materials and see how it has been implemented into two general education science courses.

Wednesday, February 17
Articulate Storyline: Online Content Delivery, Formative Assessment, and Concept Integration
3:15 - 4:15 p.m., Marshall Room

Sponsored by the Center for Teaching and Learning.

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Assessment Day Is Next Tuesday, 10:50-12:50 p.m.

Augsburg's annual Assessment Day is next Tuesday, February 23.

Assessment Committee will conduct two workshops for faculty in Kennedy 303. From 11 a.m. to noon there will be a presentation and discussion of the data on oral communication and quantitative reasoning. From noon to 12:50 p.m. there will be a discussion of how, why and when to integrate qualitative data into a department assessment plan. Co-curricular Assessment will hold staff workshops next door in Kennedy 305.

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Tuesday, February 23, 10:50 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.

Curricular Assessment - KEN 303
Co-Curricular Assessment - KEN 305
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Lunch will be served buffet-style for both groups outside Kennedy 303/305 at 10:50am. Please RSVP for lunch to kilgorem@augsburg.edu.

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Difficult Discussions and Higher-Order Thinking

The next CTL workshop, "Using Difficult Discussion in the Classroom to Enhance Students' Higher-Order Thinking Skills," is next Thursday, February 25.

Many courses offer students and faculty the opportunity to discuss difficult issues and enhance student learning through the intellectual give-and-take of an engaged conversation, but what if those conversations turn personal or angry? How can you assist learners to actively challenge and engage ideas and issues, not each other (or you)? This workshop is intended to assist participants in identifying their goals for using classroom discussions and then discuss models for how to teach learners how to productively engage in difficult discussions.

Thursday, February 25
Using Difficult Discussion in the Classroom to Enhance Students' Higher-Order Thinking Skills
3:40 - 4:40 p.m., OGC 100

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General Announcements

Free Yoga Tonight 7-8 p.m. East Commons

Akoni Garcia welcomes everyone--especially beginners--to come see what yoga is about!

Christensen Center, East Commons 7 - 8 p.m.
Sponsored by the Mindfulness Club.

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Apply to be an Interfaith Scholar

Apply to be a 2016-2017 Interfaith Scholar

Attention current sophomores and juniors:

Want to engage in dialogue with people of different faiths and make a difference at Augsburg and in the wider community? Will you be studying on campus all of next year? Consider becoming an Interfaith Scholar.

Interfaith Scholars participate in a yearlong academic seminar (407/408) on interfaith dialogue and action led by Professor Matt Maruggi and Pastor Sonja Hagander, earn 4 upper division semester credits in the Religion Department, and receive a $2,000 scholarship.

Students from a variety of traditions as well as the non-religious are invited to apply in order to converse respectfully with others about what they believe, why it matters, and how it propels us to service in the world. For more information, and to apply, visit our website: http://www.augsburg.edu/ccv/interfaith-scholars-program/apply/

Deadline to Apply: March 4

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Food Service Menus

The Nabo Special Today is a Ham & Turkey Sandwich with Chips and a 16oz Fountain Soda.

Today is Wing Wednesday at World Flavors!

Market Place is Serving Ginger Lemon Cod with Lemon Butter Sauce, Butter Braised Carrots, Wild Rice Pilaf, and Roasted Cauliflower & Broccoli.

Vege is Serving Asian Black Beans, Vegetable Fried Rice, Soy Glazed Carrots with Water Chestnuts, and Sauteed Sesame Snap Peas.

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Practice Spanish This Thursday

Mesa de Conversación

Join us to practice Spanish in a relaxed and fun setting! Formally the Spanish Conversation Group, Mesa de Conversación meets on Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the 2nd floor of the Christensen Center in the Riverside Room. Our relaxed and friendly gatherings are a place where you can meet new people, practice your Spanish & learn about culture. All levels are welcome! Come for 10 minutes or for the whole session, whatever works for you. Feel free to bring your lunch. Questions? Contact Kate Reinhardt at reinhard@augsburg.edu , ext. 1081, or Sarah Degnar Riveros, riveross@augburg.edu, ext. 1082.

We hope to see you there!

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TerraCycle

The Environmental Student Leaders Action Network has introduced Terracycle bins to the Urness bathrooms. The bins will collect Personal care products such as: toothpaste, toothbrushes, shower products, deodorant, etc.

The floor that collects the most wins a PIZZA PARTY! The competition ends on March 10! There is another Terracycle bin for community use in Christensen.

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Apply to be a Christensen Scholar

Apply to be a 2016-17 Christensen Scholar!

Attention current sophomores and juniors:

Interested in exploring life's big questions? Will you be studying on campus all of next year? Consider becoming a Christensen Scholar.

Christensen Scholars participate in a yearlong academic seminar (REL 405/406) led by Professor Mark Tranvik, earn four upper division semester credits in the Religion Department, and receive a $2,000 scholarship. The 2016-17 seminar will explore great stories of faith. It is designed for those with a lively sense of curiosity and a desire to talk about "big questions" involving God, evil, doubt, salvation, and vocation.

For more information, and to apply, visit our website: http://www.augsburg.edu/ccv/christensen-scholars-program/

Deadline to Apply: March 4

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No Career Quick Stop Today

Due to the MN Private College Job and Internship Fair occurring today, Wednesday 2/17, the Strommen Center will NOT be holding Career Quick Stop drop-in hours. Regular Quick Stop hours (Tues. and Wed. 2:30 - 4 p.m.) will resume next week.

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Renew Your FAFSA by May 1

It's that time again! The FAFSA application for the 2015-2016 year is now available for students returning to Augsburg for the 2015-2016 academic year. The FAFSA is the application required to determine your eligibility for access to financial aid during your time at Augsburg, and must be renewed every year.

May 1 is the deadline to apply for financial aid at Augsburg. All Day College students must submit their application by this date or risk losing some of the aid that may be available to you.

File your taxes early to ensure that you can use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool when completing your FAFSA this year. This function pre-populates your tax information into the application, which reduces your chances of being selected for verification later on. The IRS Data Retrieval Tool is available for use on the FAFSA 2-3 weeks after electronically filing your taxes, and 6-8 weeks after filing paper taxes.

Questions? Stop by the Enrollment Center and speak with any of our Student Financial Services Counselors or call us at 612-330-1046.

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Food Service Hours

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

Nabo is open from 7:30am-8:00pm, with Hot Food starting at 10:00am.

The Commons is open from 7:30am-7:00pm.

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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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Iron Chef

Monday, February 29, there will be an Iron Chef Competition in The Commons at 11:30 a.m.! Sign up at the register in The Commons.

Secret ingredient to be announced on February 29!

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Food Service Specials

There is a Smoothie Bar at breakfast and lunch in The Commons today!

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Scholastic Connections Applications Available

Scholarship Opportunity for Undergraduate Students of Color

Applications are now being accepted for Scholastic Connections for 2016-17. Successful applicants for 5 available positions will receive a $5000 scholarship and be paired with an alum of color who will serve as the student's mentor.

Eligibility requirements, information about Scholastic Connections and applications are available at the SC web page. Go to Inside Augsburg, A to Z Directory, Scholastic Connections. http://www.augsburg.edu/connections and click on Application Requirements.

Students who receive full tuition scholarships: Promise Scholars, Act 6 Scholars, full tuition President Scholars, etc. are NOT eligible for SC.

Applications and letters of recommendation are due March 1.

Attention Faculty and Staff: If you know of a student of color who could benefit from a $5000 scholarship and work with a mentor, please nominate the student for Scholastic Connections. Nomination forms and information about the program are available at the SC web page, Application Requirements. Nominations due March 1.

For more information, contact Cindy Peterson at petersoc@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1754.

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Event Announcements

EP!C Sex (AF)FAIR - Friday 2/19

Please join the EP!C Peer Health Educators at our first sexual health fair. Reps from the Aurora Center, Planned Parenthood and Smiley's Clinic will have resource information on sexual health, STI's and more. A fun, educational carnival atmosphere with a variety of games and great giveaways will also be available as well as refreshments.

Stick around campus on a Friday night, have fun and learn something at the same time. Auggies be safe, be smart, be educated! Hope to see you on Friday 2/19 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Student Lounge in Christensen Center.

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Interfaith Chapel TODAY at 10:40 a.m.

Join us today at 10:40am for "Inspired by Women," Interfaith Chapel led by Interfaith Scholar Cohort. Musician: Victoria Agee, vocalist.

Chapel this week:
Thursday, 2/18, 11:30am: Robert Harper '16 Senior Chapel. Musicians: Melody Cahoon, violin; Mary Kirchdorfer, harp.

Friday, 2/19, 10:40am: Amber Kalina '15 preaching. Musicians: Nickolai Podvin '14 and Rachel Hastings '14.

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

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Info Session - Minor in Leadership Studies

What can a Minor in Leadership Studies do for your Major?!

Beginning fall 2016, a Minor in Leadership Studies will be available to students at Augsburg College! The minor offers an undergraduate education in the study of leadership theory and its practice and is specifically designed for students who have been, and will continue to be, involved in activities both on and off campus.

We have an opportunity for students to learn more about the minor TOMORROW (Thursday, February 18) at 11:30 a.m. in the Marshall Room.

Leadership Studies faculty and staff will be available at this session to answer questions. A brief presentation will start the meeting followed by Q & A. Questions concerning the information session for the Minor in Leadership Studies can be emailed to Jolee Lilja at liljaj@augsburg.edu.

***Thursday, February 18 from 11:30-noon, Marshall Room***

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What We Learned From the River

Join the students from the River Semester for a presentation about their experience and field research projects as part of Augsburg's first expedition down the length of the Mississippi River. Student projects include drawing, hypoxia in the Gulf of Mexico, documentary film, underwater sound recordings, endangered species, podcasts, and urban stormwater management. 7 p.m. TODAY in the Sateren Auditorium.

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Gilman Study Abroad Scholarship Workshops 2/18

Gilman Study Abroad Scholarship Workshop: Learn how to win $3,000 - $8,000 for studying abroad through the Gilman Scholarship*. Application Deadline for Summer and Fall: March 1, 2016

Thursday, February 18
2 - 3 p.m.
Lower Level, Christensen Center, Suite 2

*Eligibility: Pell Grant Recipient, US Citizen (by time of travel), program length 4+ weeks, You may not apply for a Gilman Scholarship if you wish to study in Cuba or in a country that is currently under a U.S. Department of State Travel Warning. http://www.iie.org/en/Programs/Gilman-Scholarship-Program

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LinkedIn Hands-On Workshop - Thursday, February 25

3:45-4:45 p.m.
Sverdrup Hall 201

Interested in learning how to create a professional online presence? Curious about how you can use social media to expand your network, explore career fields, and locate job opportunities? Attend this hands-on, lab based workshop to learn and apply techniques for using LinkedIn, the most popular online professional networking service.

Topics will include:

- Building an effective student profile and professional online presence
- Exploring career fields by connecting with alumni
- Researching companies and connecting with recruiters
- Networking and building connections in your field

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Common Table Happenings

[HAPPENING THIS WEEK]

THIS THURSDAY February 18th, 4:30-6:30pm.
"The Criminalization of Dissent: Not Bad Meaning Bad, But Bad Meaning Good"

Dissent is an offense to existing systems of power and it does not go unpunished. What role does the state play in criminalizing dissenting voices, identities, and bodies and how do targeted communities respond?

Join us for this circle discussion featuring campus and community organizers, navigating power structures that criminalize their efforts to build a better world.


THIS THURSDAY February 18th, 8-10pm.
"West Bank Open Mic"

This week, in honor of Valentine's Day, we'll be exploring love of community and love of self. We are excited to welcome featured artist: Ifrah Mansour.


[COMING SOON]

NEXT THURSDAY February 25th, 6:30-8:30pm.
"Interfaith @ The Common Table"

Join us for the world premiere ;) of a Fortress Press video of past and current interfaith scholars Aisha Mohamed, Julian Kritz, Aminah Safi and Joe Kempf, discussing their beliefs and the value of interfaith work in their lives. Then we will share a meal and dialogue!


[WEEKLY SCHEDULE - YOU'RE INVITED]

See website: http://www.augsburg.edu/commontable/events/

The Common Table (2001 Riverside Ave. S, Below Trinity offices, across from Afro Deli)

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CHANCE Meeting - Friday, Feb. 19

The monthly meeting of Cedar Humphrey Augsburg Neighborhood Community Engagement (CHANCE) is this Friday, February 19 from noon - 1:00 p.m. at The Common Table, 2001 Riverside Ave. (Across 20th from Afro Deli).

CHANCE is a joint effort between Augsburg College and the Humphrey School at the University of Minnesota to provide opportunities for faculty, staff, and students to learn about the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood and to become involved. Sahra Noor, CEO of People's Center Health Services will be joining us to share her insights about community health issues in the Cedar Riverside neighborhood. Feel free to bring your lunch and come learn what's going on in our neighborhood.

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Scarves Still Needed for Sisterversary

100 scarves of any kind are needed for the 2nd year anniversary celebration of the Sisterhood of the Traveling Scarf Boutique (on Riverside and 22nd) on February 28.

If you have scarves to contribute, please contact Mary Laurel True truem@augsburg.edu and she will come to your office and pick them up.

Watch for special anniversary sales all week during the week of February 22-28.

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