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CTL Diversity Dialog: Ta-Nehisi Coates

Faculty and staff are invited to join a CTL seminar conversation on an excerpt of Ta-Nehisi Coates' award-winning "Between the World and Me."

Thursday, September 29
Diversity Dialog: Coates' Between the World and Me
12:00-1:30 p.m.
Riverside Room, Christensen Center

Contact Mara at ctl@augsburg.edu to RSVP and receive a PDF of the reading.

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New Faculty, Sign up for the EdTech Cohort

Augsburg's Center for Teaching and Learning (in cooperation with the E-Learning Team) is offering a unique opportunity for new faculty members to participate in an EdTech Cohort to run for six weeks beginning October 20, 2016.

The Cohort will be composed of three 1 1/2-hour F2F sessions (3:30-5:00 p.m. on 10/20, 11/3, and 11/17) with online activities scheduled during the intervening weeks. The goal is to familiarize new faculty with strategies for integrating Moodle (and other available learning technologies) with their individual teaching approach. Activities will encourage participants to incorporate new strategies into their teaching preparation to avoid significantly increasing their workload.

A stipend of $200 will be awarded upon successful completion of the cohort. Any new full-time (tenure track or continuing special appointments) faculty who have joined Augsburg in the last two year are eligible to join the cohort. Email Mara at ctl@augsburg.edu ASAP to sign up!

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Difficult Classroom Moments - Webinar next Tuesday

Faculty and staff are invited to participate in an upcoming webinar led by Kathy Obear, Ed.D, Co-Founder of the Social Justice Training Institute.

Many faculty members are experiencing a significant increase in both the frequency and the intensity of difficult dialogs in their classrooms. Their ability to engage students and facilitate meaningful dialog in these moments not only furthers learning, but can also impact student success. Mismanaged conversations often result in unresolved issues, misunderstanding, and simmering conflict that undermine learning outcomes and campus-wide goals to create inclusive campus environments.

Move Beyond Civility: How to Facilitate Difficult Dialogs in the Classroom
Tuesday, September 27
1:00-2:30 p.m., OGC 100

Sponsored by CTL. Read more on our events page: http://inside.augsburg.edu/ctl/

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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 Thursday, September 22. If you have any questions about the program, please contact us at urgo@augsburg.edu, 612-330-1441, or stop in at Science 152.

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Accessibility of Purchases

At Augsburg College, we are committed to accessible environments for students, faculty, staff and guests: physical, instructional, and technological. To that end, we are instituting a number of changes to help us consider accessibility in all of our work. The Purchasing Policy has been updated to include this commitment and results in a change to the online purchasing requisition process. Effective last Monday, added to the requisition is a required field in the GL Analysis line at the bottom whereby you indicate that you have reviewed the accessibility of your purchase and it:
Y=YES is accessible
N=NO is not accessible
N/A=accessibility not applicable to this purchase
Your answer to this question will be reviewed along with all other aspects of your purchase requisition.

Since this may be new to many of us, and accessibility has broad applications, please call on these resources:
Kathy McGillvary, Director, CLASS Office, mcgillik@augsburg.edu 612-330-1371, and/or Ann Garvey, Vice President of Student Affairs, garvey@augsburg.edu 612-330-1168 would be happy to discuss your suggested purchase in relation to accessibility.

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What is an Auggie Talk? Sign Me Up

What is an Auggie Talk? Sign me up!

Think Ted Talk delivered by faculty, staff, alumni or students. These are free events open to everyone and offered throughout Homecoming Weekend. No advance registration needed!

Friday Sept 23
3:30pm - 4pm
--ReFirement @ Sateren Auditorium*
Jack Fortin of the Bernard Christensen Center for Vocation presents on ReFirement - being your best self during the retirement years

Saturday, Sept 24
9am - 9:30am
-- History of Augsburg* @ Music 22: Professor Phil Adamo presents on the history of Augsburg.
-- The Adventure of the River Semester* @ Sateren Auditorium: Professor Joe Underhill will share his insights on how this cross-disciplinary education opportunity on the Mississippi River came to life for Augsburg students one year ago.
-- StrengthsFinder* @ Music 23: Matt Swenson '91, founder of Metamorfos, will delve into the world of StrengthsFinder, the assessment tool that helps you, colleagues, and employers better understand your strengths and talents.

11am - 11:30am
-- Alumni Travel Program* @ Music 23: Oh, the places you'll go! Hear about the upcoming tours being planned exclusively for Augsburg alumni, parents, and friends.
-- The Generosity of Art* @ Tjornholm Nelson Theater: First Decade Award recipient Kyle Loven '06 presents on his work and the opportunities he's found through the community of collaborators, presenters, grant organizations, Augsburg faculty, and Minneapolis companies that helped set him on his journey and allow him to continue making his art.
-- Augsburg Now, Augsburg Tomorrow* @ Music 22: Join Ann Garvey, Vice President of Student Affairs, and Leif Anderson, Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer, as they dive into milestones that have led Augsburg to where it is today and where it is headed tomorrow. Come place yourself on the timeline and take part.

1:45pm-2:15pm
-- Remembering Martin Sabo* @ Sateren Auditorium
Remembering and celebrating the life of Representative Martin Sabo, Augsburg Class of 1959. Sponsored by the Class of 1976, celebrating its 40-year reunion.
-- Auggie Student Talk: Summer Research Presentations* @ Music 23: Come learn from three chemistry students as they present their findings from their faculty-student summer research projects and share insights into the importance of continued research to increase the general understanding of the topics at hand.

2:30pm-3pm
-- Construction Update on the Hagfors Center for Science, Business, & Religion* @ Lindell 301
Come learn from Rebecca John, VP of Marketing & Communication, and Brian Baar from McGough as they show a sneak peek into the current construction and vision behind the new Norman and Evangeline Hagfors Center for Science, Business, and Religion.
-- Tour the Library's Digital Archives* @ Lindell 15 (basement)
Bill Wittenbreer, Lindell librarian, will introduce attendees to the library's extensive digital archives, including the online yearbook and Echo.

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Food Service Menus

The Nabo Special today is a Chef Salad with Breadstick and Fountain Soda.

Market Place is Serving Tator Tot Hot Dish, Millet Cauliflower, Mashed Potatoes, and Buttered Corn.

Vege is Serving Garlic Roasted Mushrooms, Peas and Watercress with Green Onions, Baked Potato, and Brown Rice.

There is a Build Your Own Quesadilla Bar at World Flavors!

Come to The Commons during Lunch today for Plated Octopus!

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Homecoming Convo Tomorrow: Peace Builder El-Hibri

You will not want to miss Homecoming Convocation tomorrow Friday, Sept 23 from 10-11 a.m. in the Chapel. Come hear a preview of this year's Alumni Award Recipients as we kick off Homecoming Weekend with Augsburg Jazz Band JIVE and our Alumni Award recipients.

There will be a featured talk from First Decade Award Recipient, Karim El-Hibri. Karim serves as the strategic advisor and founding Board Member of the El-Hibri Foundation, a private grant-making organization that supports building an inclusive America by advancing peace and respect for diversity inspired by the universally shared values of Islam. The Foundation focuses on peace education and interfaith cooperation through grants and awards that recognize leadership, and programs that promote learning and inclusion. With his work through the El-Hibri Foundation, Karim is carrying out philanthropy for positive social change through community building, education, and peace building efforts. Karim continues to be a champion for the Nobel Peace Prize Forum and the StepUP® Program.

Hope to see you there!

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Food Service Hours

Einsteins is open from 7:30am-1:30pm

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

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

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Copy Request Online System Change

Effective last Monday, when you click on the copy request system from the main page of Inside Augsburg or from the Central Services website, you will be directed to the previous system, which will likely be familiar to you. If you have saved the link to the most recent system on your desktop or elsewhere, it will be defunct.

Thanks for your patience as we make this change and direct any questions to the Copy Center at 612-330-1054.

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Flu Shots on Campus Monday 9/26

The Minnesota Visiting Nurse Association will be on campus on Monday 9/26/16 from 10:30 - 1:30 p.m. administering flu shots. The flu shot clinic will be in the Center for Wellness and Counseling office located on the first floor of the Anderson Residence Hall.

Most insurances are accepted so please bring a photo ID and your insurance card. Cash or check also accepted and the cost is $36.

Any questions, please call the CWC office at 612-330-1707. No appointment is needed.

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TODAY @ 11:30 a.m.: All Hands meeting

The Fall All Hands meeting is today at 11:30 a.m. in Hoversten Chapel.

For access from an off-campus location, use the link on the All Hands page. An audio recording of the meeting will be posted to the All Hands page on Inside Augsburg next week.

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Focused Conversations: Campus Master Plan

The Focused Conversations series kicks off Tuesday and Wednesday with a discussion of the updated 2016 Campus Master Plan. The sessions will be facilitated by me, Rebecca John, vice president of Marketing and Communication.

Session details:
Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2-3 p.m., Marshall Room
Wednesday, Sept. 28, 12:30-1:30 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/allhands2016-17/index.htm?icalmail=eaa3c4b02fac7f4a75fbacbbd8dfb818&returnpath=%2Fprotected%2Fadministration%2Freports%2Fdocuments%2Fpresident%2Fallhands2016-17%2Findex.htm%3Fmonth%3D09%26amp%3Bday%3D27%26amp%3Byear%3D2016

Wednesday session:
https://augnet.augsburg.edu/protected/administration/reports/documents/president/allhands2016-17/index.htm?icalmail=97ac359e54abb7701792ba7ccf1c3bca&returnpath=%2Fprotected%2Fadministration%2Freports%2Fdocuments%2Fpresident%2Fallhands2016-17%2Findex.htm%3Fmonth%3D09%26amp%3Bday%3D28%26amp%3Byear%3D2016

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Cedar Commons Happenings...

Cedar Commons Happenings...

* Power-Mapping Training
THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 22nd, 6:30-8:30pm

This academic year, every 4th Thursday we will host a training/skill-building opportunity, better equipping our community to take action around issues that matter to us! September 22nd we will welcome Dennis Donovan from the Sabo Center for Citizen Democracy for a training on Power-mapping - one of the tools of community organizing.

*How does a passionate group who wants to impact an urgent issue, map out who has power in a given context, and plan action that is powerful and strategic?

Come learn and build with us! Light snacks with be provided. Do you have to be a person of faith to come? No! We welcome everyone who's interested in discussing experiences of faith and spirituality and how they intersect with the issues we care about.

For more info about Interfaith @ Cedar Commons, find us on Facebook @ "Interfaith @ Cedar Commons"

Somali Youth: Suspects or Citizens?
What is the Countering Violent Extremism initiative and what are its impacts?
NEXT TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27th 4:30-6:30pm

The Countering Violent Extremism (CVE) initiative is a program of the federal government. Its stated purpose is to help states and local communities prevent and respond to emergent threats from violent extremism. Premised on the idea that harboring certain political or religious views is an indicator of future violence, the program targets the Somali (or East African) Immigrant communities, seeking people who might display so-called "vulnerabilities" to ideological or political "radicalization". In contrast to proven counter-terrorism strategies that focus on violent threats or behaviors, the CVE model asks parents, teachers, religious leaders, health and social service professionals, and law enforcement personnel to track and report to the government certain activities and expressions of free speech that are neither violent nor illegal. The program has provided substantial funding for youth programs through the Department of Justice, making it a point of contention and division in a consistently under-resourced community. Does the CVE prevent violent extremism in our community or does it target and marginalize Black Muslim youth?

Join us for this panel conversation with local leaders about the impacts of the CVE.

PANELISTS:

*BURHAN MOHUMED (Youth Organizer, Student)

*DOMINIQUE DIADDIGO-CASH (Anti-Racist Organizer, Restorative Justice Practitionar)

*RAMLA BILE (Principal, Qalam Consulting)

*KAFIA AHMED (Community Organizer, Consultant)

Sponsored by:
Minnesotans Against Islamophobia
Muslim Student Association
Young Muslim Collective

Contact cedarcommons@augsburg.edu for details.

Cedar Commons (2001 Riverside Ave. S, Across from Afro Deli, below Trinity offices)

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Coming Out Week: Trans'It & Queen of Myself: Las K

Coming Out Week Keynote Speakers

Monday, October 3
7:00pm
Marshall Room
Film Screenings


The Queer Pride Alliance and LGBTQIA Student Services Office are hosting a series of events from October 3rd through October 7th in celebration of Coming Out Week. This year we're excited to bring in two Keynote Speakers to showcase and discuss their films.; Dr. Celinay Rivera-Velazquex and Carolos Rodriguez. The two films that will be screened can be listed below:

Film: Trans'It (35mm)

Director: Carlos Rodríguez

Observational documentary that explores transgender identities in the Caribbean, specifically in Dominican Republic. Through the stories of three trans* Dominicans - Geisha, Tommy and Thalia—audiences learn about the social dynamics of being gender non-conforming in a ultra-conservative country. Because all the character are also involved in social justice activism, this documentary is also an ode to trans* activists in Santo Domingo who are fighting for visibility in a State that does not recognize their identities.

Film: Queen of Myself: Las Krudas d' Cuba (28 mm)

Director: Celiany Rivera-Velázquez

A documentary that captures glimpses of the lives and politics of the feminist Cuban hip hop group Krudas Cubensi in between 2004 to 2009. The film showcases their trajectory through the Cuban hip hop movement, community theater in Havana, and their migration experiences after moving from Cuba to the United States. The film was completed within a larger scholarly project titled “Alternative Spanish speaking Caribbean Femininities on the Global Stage” that brings attention to the work of Cuban, Dominican and Puerto Rican queer performers who reframe traditional masculinities and femininities through hip hop, electronic music, Afro-Caribbean and indie rhythms, and staged performance.

For more information, visit our facebook event!

https://www.facebook.com/events/957381197740860/

For accommodations, questions, or concerns, please contact lgbtqia@augsburg.edu.

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Faculty Present at Luther College Writing Fest

This weekend English Professors Cass Dalglish and Cary Waterman will be presenting at the Luther College Writing Festival in Decorah, IA. Here's a peak at the schedule for Saturday, September 24:

9:00 - 10:15 a.m.
A Plenary Panel: The Limits of Genre
Three writers discuss the ways in which they challenge traditional conventions of writing nonfiction (Erik Larson), fiction (Cass Dalglish), and poetry (Carol Gilbertson).

1:15 - 2:30 p.m.
Prose on the Page: Fiction and Nonfiction Writers
Patrick Hicks, Sheila O'Connor, Cary Waterman, Amy Weldon

See more on the Festival's website: http://www.luther.edu/writers-festival/schedule/

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Dr. Dallas Liddle in the Chronicle

English Department Chair Dal Liddle's incisive essay "Why I Hate the New 'MLA Handbook'" appeared in the 14 September 2016 issue of the Chronicle of Higher Education. Dal raises serious questions about the newly released eighth edition and what it says about the state of the profession of literary studies. It's an intelligent and thoroughly engaging read.

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PCA Needed - Flexible Hours

This position provides 1:1 assistance in IADLS such as housekeeping and organization.
4 hours each day 3 days a week.
No weekends!
Flexible schedule.
Pay $12.80 per hour.
If interested please email me at lacherm@augsburg.edu

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