EC Window Closed For Convocation - Wed. March 9

The Enrollment Center window will be closed from 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. for convocation on Wednesday, March 9. Thank you.

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Today: Physician Assistant Info Session

Join URGO for a panel-style information session discussing physician assistant (PA) school applications. Hear from representatives of the Augsburg PA Program as well as recent alumni. Alumni will speak on topics such as picking schools, creating an application timeline, personal statements, and preparing for interviews. Food will be provided.

Wednesday, March 9
OGC 100
6 p.m.

Email Catherina Kipper (kipper@augsburg.edu) or URGO (urgo@augsburg.edu) with any questions and for accessibility accommodations.

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Finish Those Papers Before Break

Remember the tutors in the WL can help you with whatever writing task you have. Just show up at the Augsburg Writing Lab, street level of Lindell Library, with a hard copy during these hours:

Mondays: 11:10 - 1:40 and 6:30 - 9:30 PM
Tuesdays: 12:30 - 3:00; 3:30 - 6:00; and 7:30 - 10 PM
Wednesdays: 3:30 - 6:00 and 6:30 - 9:00 PM
Thursdays: 12:30 - 3:00; 3:30 - 6:00 and 7:30 - 10:00 PM
Fridays: 4:30 - 7:00 PM
Sundays: 5:00 - 8:00 PM

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Zyzzogeton Registration Due TOMORROW

Zyzzogeton 2016 Registration Deadline is March 10!

Zyzzogeton, Augsburg's annual student research symposium, will be held on Thursday, April 14, from 3-5 p.m. in Hoversten Chapel.

Students who plan to present their research or creative activity at this poster session will need to register and submit an abstract online at www.augsburg.edu/urgo by March 10 (click maroon box on right side of URGO homepage). Please work closely with your research mentors on your poster.

URGO and McNair will be hosting a Research Poster workshop where you can bring your working draft and receive one-on-one feedback and help on Wednesday, March 23, from 4:30-6 p.m. in SVE 204. We will be providing dinner, so please RSVP to urgo@augsburg.edu if you plan to come.

Questions? Please contact urgo@augsburg.edu or stop by Science Hall 152.

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Assessment Lunch & Learn TODAY Noon in the Commons

There's still time to RSVP for today's Assessment Lunch & Learn. All faculty and staff are invited to join Director of Assessment Kristen Chamberlain for lunch (it's on us), hear an informal presentation of our most recent institutional assessment data, and continue the conversation about assessment.

RSVP to kilgorem@augsburg.edu for lunch!

ASSESSMENT LUNCH & LEARN
Wednesday, March 9
12:00pm-1:30pm
Cedar Room, Christensen Center

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Congratulations to 2015-16 CTL Grant Recipients

Thank you to the Faculty Development Committee, Deans Gort, Gilsdorf, and Canny, Provost Kaivola, and all their hard work in determining this year's CTL grant recipients. They reviewed an impressive collection of grant proposals and are pleased to announce the following awardees:

PROVOST'S INTERNATIONALIZATION TRAVEL GRANT:

Joseph Towle, Language and Cross-Cultural Studies - For travel to CGEE sites in Guatemala and Mexico

INTEGRATED COURSE DESIGN GRANTS:

Pavel Belik, Mathematics
Kristen Chamberlain, Communication Studies
Evren Guler, Psychology
Nancy Johnson, Business
Phil Quanbeck II, Religion
Maheen Zaman, History

SCHOLARSHIP GRANTS:

Stephan Clark, English - Completion of American Gulag
Darcey Engen, Theater - Professional Vocal Training
Nancy Fischer, Sociology - Dressing in Vintage: Consuming Fashion of the Past
Lori Brandt Hale, Religion - Vocation, Responsibility, and Public Life: Reading Bonhoeffer with Interfaith Students
Ann Impullitti, Biology -The Use of Endophytes to Reduce Soybean Pathogens
Bibiana Koh, Social Work - Understanding the Role of Heritage Travel in Intercountry Adoptees' Ethnic Identity Development in Well-Being
Virginia McCarthy, Nursing - Increasing BSN Prepared Nurses Through Targeted Intervention at the AA and Bachelor's Degree Level
Sarah Myers, Theater - The Skype Performance Project
Beliza Torres Narvaez, Theater - Resabios de Amargura or That Bitter Cabaret
Emily Schilling, Biology - Predation Structured Odonata Assemblages in Fishless, Salmonid, and Centrarchid Ponds in Maine
John Zobitz, Mathematics - Modeling Scholarship Through Mayfly Population Dynamics

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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@augsburg.edu, ext. 1082.

We hope to see you there!

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Thank You For Your Participation: GCTWF Survey

The Great Colleges to Work For survey officially closed on March 8th. THANK YOU to all who participated and provided their feedback. We appreciate your engagement and your voice.

Augsburg reached an outstanding overall survey response of 73%!

We will receive the results of the 2016 survey during the summer. Our plan is to share the data with the campus and, where applicable, individual departments and divisions, next fall. As with previous years, the survey results will help us to identify areas where opportunities for improvement exist and to establish plans to support those improvements.

Again, thank you for your participation!

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McNair Scholars Program Recruiting for Fall 2016

Augsburg College's TRIO McNair Scholars Program is recruiting Sophomores for Fall 2016 admission. Eligible applicants will be Juniors Spring 2017and available to conduct research Summer 2017. We are particularly looking for students in STEM fields that are interested in pursuing doctoral degrees, but we will consider all majors EXCEPT most professional fields (including business, pre-law, pre-health).

The McNair Scholars Program works with students who are members of groups underrepresented in graduate education and who exhibit strong academic potential. The goal of the program is to prepare Scholars for graduate study through academics, involvement in undergraduate research and other scholarly activities. McNair provides coursework, workshops and advising in preparation for doctoral study. The program also assists with securing admission to and financial assistance for enrollment in graduate programs. Students will acquire the research skills necessary to succeed in graduate school through a paid research internship ($4,000) with an Augsburg faculty member during the Summer of 2017.

The McNair Scholars Program is a federal TRIO grant from the U.S. Department of Education. Therefore, to be eligible, students must be first-generation (neither parent graduated from a four-year college) AND low-income OR may be persons from groups underrepresented in graduate education. The Department of Education defines these groups as African-American, American Indian, Alaskan Native, and Hispanic/Latino. Additionally, applicants must be either U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents.

If you are interested in learning more about the McNair Scholars Program, please contact Lara Crombie, Program Assistant at crombie@augsburg.edu to schedule an appointment. Don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions about the program or if you're unsure whether or not you qualify.

Application Deadline: Monday, March 28, 2016

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Travelers EDGE Scholarship Opportunity

During the last 5 years, Travelers EDGE has provided professional development opportunities and scholarships to over 20 Augsburg students and right now we are beginning to recruit the next cohort of EDGE Scholars.

Up to 5 current first-year students will be named Travelers EDGE Scholars and will receive a $2,500 scholarship for the 16-17 academic year. They will have opportunity to explore careers in the Insurance and Financial Services Industry by participating in self-assessments, professional development workshops, job shadows, networking opportunities, and will also be invited to apply for selective internships at Travelers. Scholars who successfully complete the first year of the EDGE program in 2016-17 will be invited to apply for a second year of funding in the amount of $10,000.

More information and the application is available at http://www.augsburg.edu/travelersedge/

Applications must be completed by Wednesday, March 23.

Questions? Contact Janet Morales (moralesj@augsburg.edu/612-330-1792)

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Food Service Menus

The Nabo Special today is a Chicken Caesar Salad with Breadstick and 20oz Fountain Soda.

There are Ruben Sandwiches at World Flavors!

Market Place is Serving Creamed Corn, Slow Roasted Cajun Turkey Breast, Boiled Baby Reds with Basil, and Fresh Green Beans with Sea Salt.

Vege is Serving Southeast Asian Zucchini Coconut Curry, Quinoa with Lemon & Peas, Marinated Grilled Italian Tofu, and Roasted Garlic Cremini Mushrooms with Thyme & Caramelized Onions.

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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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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.

Spring Break
On Friday March 11th all Food Service locations will be closing at 1:30pm.
Einsteins will be closed March 12th and 13th. Einsteins is open from March 14th-March 18th, from 7:30am-1:30pm with a condensed menu. Nabo and the Commons are closed from March 12th-20th. The Commons will reopen for Dinner on Sunday the 20th.

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Run To Your Terracycle Bin

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 10th! So hurry!!! There is another Terracycle bin for community use in Christensen.

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Art Club Art Sale - Support Local Art! 3/10 @ 5:30

The Augsburg Art Club is hosting it's first annual Art Sale! Original artwork created by Augsburg students will be on sale from March 6th to the 31st in the Fish Bowl Gallery. To purchase art on the spot, please attend our reception on March 10th from 5:30 to 7:30pm in the Fish Bowl Gallery. If you are unable to attend the reception, head on over to the Fish Bowl anytime during the show for more information, or contact Devin Johnston at johnston@augsburg.edu. Artwork will range in price from $10-$50, cash or check only. We hope to see you there!

Click here to view the Facebook event:
https://www.facebook.com/events/964921770257623/

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EP!C DUI Program TONIGHT

Please join the EP!C peer health educators as they welcome a MN State Trooper, a current student and a representative from AAA for an informative interactive discussion about Driving Under the Influence and other impaired driving issues.

We will gather for pizza and beverages in the Student Lounge from 6:30 - 8:00 pm. There will also be a drawing for a gift card for attendees at the conclusion of the presentation.

Any questions, please call Dianne in the CWC office at 612-330-1707. You can also check out/like our facebook page: Augsburg's Peer Educators (EP!C)

Hope to see you tonight!

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Be A Hero TODAY - Donate Blood

Hello Augsburg College blood donors! Thank you to all who pre-registered for a donation time today. There are still walk-in opportunities available so if you find yourself with a little time today, please consider being a hero and donating a pint of blood.

As many of you are aware, the Zika Virus has caused concern in the medical community. The nation's blood centers are not immune to this concern and the FDA has asked us to temporarily defer donors traveling in affected areas. This is causing a strain on the blood supply. We need your help!

We need 30 more donors for today's blood drive. Please consider donating blood before your travels over spring break.

Please walk in Wednesday between 10am-4pm up in the East Commons in Christensen Center. If you have already signed up, we truly appreciate your donation. Remember to drink a lot of water and eat a good meal prior to your donation and be sure to bring a photo ID

Help save lives Auggies and be hero today -- your blood donation is very much needed. Call the CWC office at 612-330-1707 with any other questions.

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8th Traditional Powwow - Volunteers Needed

Augsburg College 8th Traditional Powwow will be held Saturday, April 2, here at Augsburg in the Si Melby Gymnasium.

Grand Entries (beginning of a dancing session) will be at 1 PM and 6 PM, however dancing/ceremony will be all day until roughly 9 PM. Honoring for Augsburg American Indian Graduates will be at 3:00 PM. A Gathering for American Indian Alumni will be held at 4:30 PM and Kalpulli KetzalCoatlicue Aztec Dancers will join us at 5:30 PM.

You are welcome to come, bring you family and friends, purchase some craft items from our vendors, come support our American Indian students here at Augsburg by showing up and learning about our rich culture and traditions at our hosted Powwow. NO ADMISSION COSTS - FREE! Find us on Facebook and invite your friends!

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED! If you are interested in volunteering at the concession stand, please email Dwayne Williams, AISA President, at williamd@augsburg.edu or contact AISA's advisor and Director of American Indian Student Services, Jennifer Simon, at simonj@augsburg.edu to sign up or for more information about the Powwow.

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Vocation Lunch with Darcey Engen

Darcey Engen, Associate Professor and Chair of Theater Arts

Attention Augsburg faculty and staff! The Christensen Center for Vocation invites you to hear Darcey Engen's vocational journey. This event will take place in the East Commons at Augsburg College from 11:10 a.m. to 12:20 a.m. on April 1st, 2016.

Spaces are limited so please register now by visiting the Christensen Center for Vocation website http://www.augsburg.edu/ccv/events/vocationlunch/ by March 25th, 2016.

Also note: upon completion of your registration, you will receive a confirmation e-mail of your registration.

If you have any questions, please contact the CCV office at (612) 330-1403

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