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2016 CTL Distinguished Contribution Awards

Dear faculty and staff colleagues,

It is my pleasure to bring you the names of this year's recipients of the CTL Distinguished Contribution to Teaching and Learning Awards-

Joe Underhill, Department of Political Science, has been recognized for his Distinguished Contributions to Teaching.

Professor Underhill has been a committed and passionate teacher since joining the faculty. His nominators pointed to a long string of examples where he has pushed the pedagogical envelope, including his work through the Model UN, the International Relations program, and several Study Abroad trips. All those examples, impressive as they are, pale in comparison to the River Semester. His years of planning culminated in a semester-long experiential learning opportunity for students this past fall. During this over 100-day teaching marathon, he guided students through individual learning projects that integrated social sciences, natural sciences, arts and humanities, as they navigated the length of the Mississippi River.


Michael Lansing, Department of History, has been recognized for his Distinguished Contributions to Research.

Professor Lansing has established a strong track-record of publicly engaged scholarship, research that reflects the highest standards of scholarly achievement while also supporting teaching and addressing questions of significance to our world today. His latest book, Insurgent Democracy: The Nonpartisan League in North American Politics (University of Chicago Press, 2015), has captured the interest of academics, amateur historians, and the general public as it not only thoroughly addresses the progressive movement, but allows for parallels to be drawn to today’s political climate.


Dulce Monterrubio, Director of Latin@ Student Services, has been recognized for her Distinguished Contributions to Service.

Dulce’s service to Augsburg students goes well beyond her position’s stated duties. For example, she secured funds from the Mexican Consulate to offer Latino families one-on-one financial aid counseling, developed the Undocumented Students webpage to facilitate information and resources for their college journey, and even worked to make it possible for the first Augsburg DACA student to study aboard in China. Her efforts have prompted an anonymous donor to reach out and provide scholarship funds for undocumented students pursuing research opportunities in the summer of 2015 and during the 2015-2016 academic year. What these, and several unmentioned examples represent, is an opportunity for students to learn at Augsburg, something that might not otherwise be possible without Dulce’s efforts.

Congratulations to each of this year's recipients!

Karen

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WL Closed for Spring Break; Go Now

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

Note: The WL will be closed during spring break and reopen on Sunday at 5 PM.

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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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Practice Your Spanish TODAY

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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Missing Yoga Mats

Hello everyone,

A bag of Yoga Mats was removed from the Auggies Nest next to the Free Table on the ground floor on March 8th (sometime in the afternoon). They were in a duffel bag and they were maroon in color. If you have any clues or information on their whereabouts, please contact Akoni Garcia or Reies Romero or please return them to the Auggies Nest in CC! Thank you

Akoni Garcia
akonigarcia@gmail.com

Reies Romero
romeror@augsburg.edu

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Apply To Be An Augsem Student Leader

We are looking for students who want to work as Augsem Student Leaders next Fall Semester. You will work with the faculty member assigned to the Augsem course and help new first-year students transition to Augsburg during their first semester on campus. The position requires 2-4 hours per week.

Interested? Apply online!

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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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2015-2016 Augsburg Leadership Awards

Nominations for the 2015-2016 Augsburg Leadership Awards are now open! 

These awards recognize student leaders and student organizations for their innovative and outstanding

leadership during this academic year. Recipients will be honored at the 17th Annual Augsburg

Leadership Awards on Tuesday, April 5 from 5-7 pm in Hoversten Chapel. 

All students, staff, faculty, alumni, and community members are strongly encouraged to submit

nominations; self-nominations are also encouraged. The deadline for nominations is Friday, March 11 by

5:00 p.m. 

To nominate an individual or a student organization, and for more information on the award

descriptions and criteria, visit: http://www.augsburg.edu/cao/activities/augsburg-leadership-awards/

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Augsburg Senior Leadership Society

This year, Augsburg College is launching the Augsburg Senior Leadership Society. This society will recognize graduating seniors for their co-curricular leadership contributions during their tenure at Augsburg College. To qualify, students must demonstrate growth and development in seven categories: Academic and Life Skills Competence, Civic Engagement, Critical Thinking, Faith and Values, Intentional Diversity, Leadership Exploration and Development, and Thoughtful Stewardship. Students must be graduating seniors (April or December 2016), have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher, be in good academic and conduct status with the College, have demonstrated growth in the areas above, and have demonstrated leadership contributions through engagement in student organizations, campus activities, or college-sponsored or college-affiliated programs. 

A resume and essay must be turned into Michael Grewe (grewe@augsburg.edu) no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 11. For details on additional criteria and required materials can be found by contactingcao@augsburg.edu.

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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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Work for CGEE in Mexico After Graduation

Attention Graduating Seniors!

The Augsburg Center for Global Education and Experience is now accepting applications for an International Resident Assistant for our global campus in Cuernavaca, Mexico. Come live and work with CGEE in Mexico after graduation!

Work with students studying abroad in Mexico, assist in the semester program coordination, residence life, and engage with issues of social justice, sustainability, international business, and more.

Read the job description and apply online here https://augsburg.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp;jsessionid=7ED07BD521DD3A44FE04915BCEEBFB9F?JOBID=69428

Contact David Hamilton (hamiltod@augsburg.edu) with questions.

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Food Service Menus

The Nabo Special today is 3 Mac n Cheese Bites, 2 Chicken Tenders, and Fries with a 20oz Fountain Soda.

There is Plated House-made Gnocchi at Lunch in The Commons Today!

Market Place is Serving Italian Meatballs, Purple Cauliflower, Herb Potato Wedges, and Shaved Brussels Sprouts with Red Onion & Butter.

Vege is Serving Baby Red Tomatoes with Vegan Pesto, Garlic Kale, Fresh Carrots, Diced Sweet Potatoes with Banana & Walnut.

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Daily Chapel @ 11:30am: Sophie Bauer '16

Join us today for worship in the chapel at 11:30am! Sophia Bauer '16, Senior Chapel with a special blessing for her as she brings her musical gifts out into the world.

Tomorrow:
Friday, 3/11, 10:40am: Blessing & Sending for Those Traveling on Spring Break. Musicians: Melodie Lane, vocalist; Kandra Rudelius-Palmer, vocalist; Alexandra Olson, clarinet.

Next week:
Spring Break - No Daily Chapel

We gather in Hoversten Chapel - Everyone is welcome!

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8th Traditional Powwow - April 2

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 email of your registration.

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

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Girl Scout Cookies

There's just over one week left in the Annual Girl Scout Cookie sales. My twin daughters would love to sell you some cookies. If you've already bought and eaten your cookies this year, this is the chance to replenish your cabinets before they're gone for another year. Send me an email at isaacson@augsburg.edu and I'll be sure to get you connected with some cookies!

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Urban Scrubs Camp Counselor Needed

Urban Scrubs camp is looking for Camp Counselors to help out with the Urban Scrubs Camp from July 11 - July 15, 2016, each day from 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Urban Scrubs Camp is designed to engage high school students in health care careers and topics. Hands on camp activities are designed to allow students to personally engage with health-care professionals and faculty. The camp is open to any high school age students, and youth from the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood are encouraged to attend. Urban Scrubs Camp is a collaborative effort of Augsburg College, the Cedar-Riverside Partnership, Fairview Health Services, HealthForce Minnesota, and the University of Minnesota.

Key responsibilities involve being a resource and role model to camp participants, accompanying camp participants to their various sessions, helping to engage participants in those sessions, assisting speakers and troubleshooting issues as they arise.

Counselors play a key role in the success of Urban Scrubs Camp and need to be responsible, creative, resourceful, and flexible as they work with a diverse group of high school youth participating in the camp.

For an application and a full job description, please visit: http://www.healthforceminnesota.org/scrubs-camps-news/
For additional information or if you have questions, please contact: scrubscamp@augsburg.edu

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