Subject: Smoke detector battery change, New Hall
Submitter: Bruce K Bengry, Safety Specialist, Public Safety

Message: The Public Safety Department will be changing the batteries in the smoke detectors in the rooms of 2nd and 3rd floors of New Hall starting on Dec 15th.
This should only take about two days and we will not be in your rooms for more that 10-15 min.

Subject: Vehicles on Campus Over Break
Submitter: Krista Young, Communications and Parking Manager, Public Safety

Message: If you are leaving your vehicle on campus unattended over winter break, please park it in Lot G (the lot behind the WEC/Grad Admissions house) before you leave. You do not need a permit to park there beginning on Monday, December 12th through Saturday, January 21st.

This makes plowing much easier for the Grounds crew. Note that your vehicle may be towed if it is left unattended.

Subject: Snow Emergencies & Winter Street Parking
Submitter: Krista Young, Communications and Parking Manager, Public Safety

Message: Now that the snow is here, many of us may be affected by snow removal on the city streets. The website listed below contains very helpful information regarding snow emergencies, including the option to be notified about snow emergencies in advance via an e-mail or phone call from the city of Minneapolis.

http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/snow/plowpal-how.asp

Please be aware that you are responsibe for watching for announcements and moving your vehicle when the city declares a snow emergency.

Please call Krista Young at 612-330-1711 with questions.

Subject: SPRING PERMIT SALES FOR DAY STUDENTS
Submitter: Krista Young, Communications and Parking Manager, Public Safety

Message: DAY STUDENT PARKING
SPRING SEMESTER '05 - '06

PERMIT PRICES:
Resident and Commuter permits will be $110 for Spring semester, with full amount due at registration.

New Hall Underground permits will be $360 for Spring semester, with full amount due at registration.

Minneapolis City Street permits will be $25 for one academic year, with full amount due at the time permit is picked up from the City of Minneapolis.

ONLINE PARKING REGISTRATION:
This year our parking system is online. Every student, faculty, and staff member at the college must use the online system. All students interested in a Spring semester permit may register online beginning Monday, December 12th. If you do not register online, you are not eligible for a permit. However, completing the registration does not guarantee you a permit at this time; permits will be sold on a first-come, first-serve basis.

TO PAY FOR AND PICK UP YOUR PERMIT:
To pick up a permit, you must have completed the online registration in advance. On Thursday, January 19th, please come to the Enrollment Center in Sverdrup Hall to pick up a permit between the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. If there are any permits left, they will be sold Friday, January 20th from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. To get a permit, you must bring a form of payment (check, cash, or credit card), a photo ID, and proof of ownership of your vehicle. The only forms of proof of ownership we will accept are license tab renewal forms or vehicle registration. Please call x1717 if you need additional directions to the Enrollment Center.

MINNEAPOLIS CITY STREET PERMITS:
City street permits are the only permits students may purchase without using the online system. Only Augsburg College resident students will be eligible for Minneapolis City street permits.

To obtain a City street permit, please to the Enrollment Center in Sverdrup on Thursday, January 19th between the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. to pick up a letter of residency that will make you eligible for a Minneapolis City street permit. If there are any permits left, letters of residency will also be given out Friday, January 20th from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The letter of residency will allow you to purchase a permit from the City of Minneapolis. Available letters of residency will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis. You will need to bring a photo ID when you come to pick up your letter. Please call x1717 if you need additional directions to the Enrollment Center. Please remember you can only purchase an Augsburg permit OR a City permit ö not both.

USING THE ONLINE SYSTEM:
Open your web browser and go to: augsburg.parkadmin.com .
Don NOT type in www or http or the site will not open.

- On this page, click on the "Create New Account" button, then fill out the registration information and follow the prompts on each page.

- One of the steps during registration will be retrieving a password from the e-mail account you provide during registration, then using that password to log back in to the parking system.

- Once you log back in, you will go to the "Vehicles" link at the top of the page and fill in the appropriate information. You may register only one vehicle.

- Next, go to the "Parking" link at the top of the page and read through Augsburg's parking regulations. Once you agree to Augsburg's parking regulations, you will register a parking permit. Ignore the map displayed on the next page - it is not an Augsburg map. Click on the correct student link (commuter, resident, or New Hall) on the right side of the page and proceed through to the payment page.

- On the payment page, click the "purchase this permit" button. A screen will pop up and show you your final order. Now you've completed the online registration!

OTHER FAQs:
Q: When will ticketing begin?
A: All campus lots will be monitored through January 20th, and ticketing will begin on January 21st.

Q: Do we have an Augsburg parking website?
A: Yes, it can be found on Augsburg's home page. Look under "Administration," "Security," "Additional Information," and "Parking Information"

Q: Who can I contact if I have more questions about parking?
A: Krista Young is the Communications and Parking Manager; you may reach her at x1711 or via e-mail at youngk@augsburg.edu. For assistance 24/7, call Public Safety Communications Center at x1717.

Subject: Athletic Facilities break hours
Submitter: Kristen L Kraft, Athletic Facilities Manager, Athletic Facilities

Message: Si Melby Hall, including the Fitness Center, will be closed December 23, 2005 through January 1, 2006. It will reopen with regular hours at 6 a.m. on January 2. In addition, there is no open skate/open hockey at the Ice Arena during the same time period.

Subject: New Parking Lot "L" Open
Submitter: Krista Young, Communications and Parking Manager, Public Safety

Message: The new parking lot in the SE corner of campus at the intersection of 25th Ave S and Butler Pl is open and available for use. Smaller aspects of the project (such as signs and lights) are still under construction and will be finished as soon as possible.

The new lot is called lot "L." Right now, any vehicle with a Fac/Staff, WEC/Grad, Commuter, or lot L Visitor permit may park in the lot. The lot will be posted with more detailed parking information once its signs are finished. For questions, please contact Krista Young at x1711 or John Pack at x1644.

Subject: Scholarship Update
Submitter: Carly Eichhorst, Financial Aid Counselor, Enrollment Center

Message: Talbots Scholarships for Women

Talbots Charitable Foundation is offering a national scholarships that will be awarded to 50 women in the amounts of $10,000 -$1,000. The deadline for applications is January 3, 2006 or until the first 1,000 eligible applications have been received, whichever is earlier.

Scholarship eligibility requirements:
-Applicants must be women who reside in the United States
-Have obtained a high school diploma or GED on or before September 1996
-Be enrolled in a full-or-part time undergraduate course of study at an accredited 2-4 year college, university, or vocational-technical school.
-Are attending school during the 2006-2007 academic year and receiving a degree no earlier than May 2007, and have at least two semesters (24 credits or more) remaining to complete an undergraduate degree as of the beginning of the fall academic term.
* Students who have previously obtained a bachelor's degree are not eligible to apply.

Applications available at www.talbots.com/about/scholar/scholar.asp or at Talbots stores.

National Federation for the Blind Scholarships

Legally blind students are encouraged to apply for NFB scholarships. Thirty available awards range from $3,000-$12,000. Applications and further information is available online at www.nfb.org and in the Augsburg College Enrollment Center.

MN Jobs Scholarships

MN Jobs is offering a $1,000 scholarship to applicants who are attending either 2 or 4 year schools. Apply online at: http://minnesotajobs.com/scholarships/ Deadline is Dec. 31st, 2005

Blandin Paper Scholarship

Blandin Paper offers five scholarships of $5000 to encourage students from northern Minnesota to study engineering. This scholarship is open to juniors and seniors with a minimum of 3.0 GPA who are natives of the " wood basket" of northern Minnesota.

Applications must include two letters of recommendation, a written statement, a resume, and a college transcript. Applications are due at Blandin Paper in Grand Rapids on January 11, 2006.

Scholarship applications are available in the Enrollment Center. For specific questions, contact: BLA_Scholarship@upm-kymmene.com

Web Scholarships

TextbookX.com is offering scholarships. Check out their site at www.testbookx.com/scholarship/
Click on the blue "scholarships" tab on the top of the home page.

College Computers.Net is also offering student scholarships. Their site is: http://www.college-computers.net/scholarship/

Subject: $14,000 for college sophomores!
Submitter: Carly Eichhorst, Financial Aid Counselor, Enrollment Center

Message: Over the holiday, I strongly encourage sophomore students to consider applying for the Phillips Scholars Program. Bookmark the website and start planning your community service project over the break!

The Phillips Scholars Program supports potential leaders with outstanding academic credentials who intend to dedicate a portion of their lives to community service. Six competitively-selected Phillips Scholars are eligible to receive $14,000: a $5,000 junior-year scholarship; a $4,000 summer award to support the development and implementation of a self-designed service project to address unmet needs in Minnesota communities; and a $5,000 senior year scholarship contingent on the successful completion of the summer project.

Applicant Criteria
- You have an excellent academic record (GPA 2.75+).
- You will be a JUNIOR in the 2006-2007 academic year.
- You have demonstrated FINANCIAL NEED.
- You aspire to serve disadvantaged people.
- You are active in campus activities.
- You have an interest in community service and volunteering.
- You are committed to designing a Minnesota-focused service project in the 2006-2007 academic year.
- You are prepared to implement a self-designed summer 2007 service project (8 weeks @ 40 hours per week).

For further information contact Carly Eichhorst in the Enrollment Center, check out the link via the Enrollment Center website: www.augsburg.edu/enroll OR visit the Phillips Scholarship website: http://www.mnprivatecolleges.org/fund/phillips.php#about.

DEADLINE: FRIDAY, February 24th

Subject: You Are Invited-- Human Resources Open House!!
Submitter: Sarah Louden, Recruiter/HR Associate, Human Resources

Message: The Human Resources department is hosting a holiday open house from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, December 14, 2005. Our office is located in room 19, Memorial Hall. Come for treats and fun!!

We hope to see all of you on Wednesday!!

Subject: United Way/Community Solutions Fund Thanks
Submitter: Michele R Kidwell, Enrollment Assistant, Enrollment Management

Message:

Thanks to all who donated in so many ways throughout the United Way/Community Solutions Fund campaign! The donation forms will be picked up on Thursday so if youâd still like to give, contact Michele Kidwell at x1318 by Wednesday. Thanks again!

Book Drive
We donated more than 200 books to the Women's Prison Book Project!
We donated 23 children's books to the Harriet Tubman Shelter for Battered Women!

Mitten, Hat and Scarf Tree
We donated more than 50 items to the Harriet Tubman Shelter for Battered Women!

Toy Drive
We donated a box of new toys for the Marine Corps Toys for Tots drive!

Thanks for your generosity!!!!

Subject: Enrollment Center Holiday Party
Submitter: Shana Erickson, Assistant Director, Student Financial Services, Enrollment Center

Message: Please come and join the staff from the Enrollment Center for some food and conversation in Sverdrup 102 next Tuesday, December 20th from 12-2pm.

We look forward to celebrating the season with members of the Augsburg community!

Subject: Augsburg Gear from Land's End
Submitter: Michele R Kidwell, Enrollment Assistant, Enrollment Management

Message:

If you would be interested in ordering Augsburg gear through Land's End, please contact Michele Kidwell at ext. 1318 by Friday, December 23rd. Items available include

For women:
Fine Gauge sweaters in True Blue
- Button front crew cardigans (39.00+ logo fee)
- Short sleeve jewel neck (29.00+ logo fee)
- Long sleeve jewel neck (35.00+ logo fee)
- Straight Collar Broadcloth shirts in True Blue (24.50+ logo fee)

For men:
-Fine Gauge V-neck sweaters in Black (39.00+ logo fee)
-Straight Collar Broadcloth shirts in True Blue (24.50+ logo fee)

Thanks!

Subject: Advent Vespers Broadcast Schedule
Submitter: Tina L Brauer, Administrative Assistant, Music

Message: Emmy Award Winning, 25th Annual Augsburg College Advent Vespers Broadcast Schedule:

Twin Cities Public Television- December 24, 6 p.m. (TPT17), December 25, 10:30 a.m. (TPT2), December 25, 12 a.m., 6 a.m., 12 p.m., (TPT17)

WDSE-TV, Duluth MN-December 24 8 p.m.

Pioneer Public Television, Appleton MN- December 21, 7 p.m.

Prairie Public Television, Fargo/Moorhead-December 25, 5 p.m.

Lakeland Public Television, Bemidiji MN-December 25, 3:30 p.m.

Subject: Elise Marubbio Has Book Manuscript Accepted
Submitter: Kathryn Swanson, Professor, English

Message: Elise Marubbio has just received word that her manuscript, "Death of the Celluloid Maiden: Images of Native American Women in Film", has been accepted for publication by the University Press of Kentucky. The book will trace and analyze the most complex and long-lasting representation of Native American women in the history of American film -- that of the young Native woman who falls in love with or is connected to the white hero and dies for that choice.

Marrubbio notes that over a ninety-year period, this figure has emerged in premier films as either Princess or a Sexualized Maiden, through whose bodies national themes of colonialism, violence toward women of color, and fears of inter-racial mixing are played out. All the films reinforce American myths of the frontier, Manifest Destiny, and the ideal of Anglo-European America's pre-modernization innocence through this iconic image. The reliance of mainstream culture on these myths and various depictions of the Celluloid Maiden during different eras maintains the racial Other as an exotic or erotic danger to a homogenous national identity.

Subject: English Professor Liddle Presents at Oxford
Submitter: Kathryn Swanson, Professor, English

Message: Dallas Liddle presented a paper, "Bakhtinian 'Journalization' and the Mid-Victorian Literary Marketplace," at Oxford University in Great Britain on November 26. The presentation was part of the interdisciplinary First Annual Conference on the History of the Book, sponsored by Oxford's English Faculty.

Subject: Old School Nintendos Needed!
Submitter: Patricia L Dauer, Student

Message: Augsburg Student Activity Council is looking for anyone who has any old nintendo gaming systems and games! The old gaming systems will be used for the All-Nighter on January 27th for students to play!

By borrowing your old nintendo systems to Augsburg's Student Activities Council you will get to chose either a $20 Target or $20 Best Buy gift card as a thank you for letting us borrow your nintendo systems and games! You will get your old nintendo systems and games back by the end of the night!

So don't forget to bring all those old nintendo gaming systems and games back with you from X-Mas break so you can get a $20 gift card!

e-mail asac@augsburg.edu if you will be able to borrow your gaming system to us for the All-Nighter!! Thanks so much for your help!!!

Subject: Free Rent!!
Submitter: Colby J Smith, Student

Message: *FREE RENT!!*
- 2 BR Apt. within walking distance of Augsburg's campus
- Rent-FREE for live-in PCA -- Assist with daily living skills for male quadriplegic student
- Live-In PCA may also earn income for providing assistance (possibly $10/hour)
- Respite PCAs (personal-care attendants) will be available
- Love of comedy and sports a plus...!
- For more information or to express interest please contact:
* smithc4@augsburg.edu *
952-942-5878 and ask for Colby