Subject: Portfolio Workshop, TOMORROW, March 16
Submitter: Theresa L Martin, Administrative Assistant, Center for Teaching and Learning

Message:
Thursday, March 16, 3:30 in Riverside
Facilitated by Diane Pike

This CTL workshop is designed to help faculty in the review process become familiar with options for how to present one's case to the College. Discussion and activities will relate to how to write effective statements, what to include as evidence and why, and how to interpret student data; in addition, there will be an opportunity to form an ongoing portfolio group to work together. Recommended for all not yet tenured faculty and those considering promotion.

Please RSVP to martin@augsburg.edu or x1229

Subject: Study Seminar Scholarships
Submitter: Theresa L Martin, Administrative Assistant, Center for Teaching and Learning

Message: Student/Faculty/Staff International Study Seminar
August 5-13, 2006
Not So Distance Neighbors: U.S. & Mexico Today

Sponsored by the Augsburg College Center for Teaching and Learning and the Center for Global Education with scholarships from the Hoversten Peace Endowment.

The purpose of the travel seminar is to introduce participants to Mexican history, culture, politics, economics, and society with the goal of increasing cross-cultural understanding and fostering peaceful and productive relations between our countries.

Ten participants from Augsburg College will be accepted into this seminar with a scholarship from the Hoversten Peace Endowment. Preference will be given to applicants who have not had extensive international travel experience and/or not had opportunities to visit Mexico.

With the scholarship, the total cost of this travel seminar will be $250 for students/ $400 for staff and $525 for faculty. Completed application must be returned to the Center for Teaching and Learning by March 31. Selections will be made by the CTL and representatives from CGE by April 15.

Eligibility:
-Faculty must have completed two years of full time employment by June 2006 and have assurance of full-time employment in 2006-07.
-Staff must have completed two years of full-time employment by June 2006 and may be exempt or non-exempt.
-Students must be returning full-time to Augsburg for the 2006-07 academic year. Graduating seniors are not eligible. Day, WEC, and graduate students are encouraged to apply.

The brochures and applications are available on the Center for Teaching and Learning webpage, www.augsburg.edu/ctl, at the Center for Global Education by calling 612-330-1229 or e-mail to martin@augburg.edu.

Subject: Wells Fargo Home Mortgage On Campus
Submitter: Sandra E Tilton, Employer Relations Coordinator, Center for Service Work and Learning

Message: Representatives from Wells Fargo Home Mortgage will be on campus April 13th interviewing students who will be graduating this Spring for their Mortgage Loan Specialists positions. If interested - you can locate the job on AugPost or call Sandy at x1472 for details.

Subject: Discover Your Mission Statement for Work and Life
Submitter: Saykham Panemalaythong, HR Assistant/Student Employment Coordinator, Human Resources

Message: Discover Your Mission Statement for Work and for Life

A unique opportunity for personal growth and for discerning God's purpose for your life.

In a world where we are daily forced to make decisions that lead us either closer to or further from our goals and the life we envision, three key discoveries can make all the difference in the world: 1) My Purpose; 2) My Priorities; and 3) My Plan.

Come and join Gaye Lindfors as she facilitates this workshop for anyone seeking a clearer, more meaningful journey - in the workplace, at home, and in life. You will develop your own individual mission statement that will give your life a whole new direction and purpose. You will also clarify what your life may look like once that mission becomes clearer.

This 3-session, faith-based workshop helps make the connection between your purpose, your work, and your vocation. Each session is 2 hours. Participants are expected to attend all 3 sessions.

Dates: Thursdays: March 30, April 6, and April 13.
Time: 3 - 5 p.m.
Location: Riverside Room

Please register by e-mailing Gaye at Lindfors@Augsburg.edu. (Space is
limited.) Call Gaye with any questions at x1023!

Subject: Want $50? KAUG needs you!
Submitter: Ted A Jedlicki, Student

Message: KAUG is looking for all of you people who have a talent in graphic design to make us a new logo. Just submit your design via e-mail by midnight on March 31, and we will notify you by April 11 if you are the winner! E-mail logos to kaug@augsburg.edu and remember the winning designer will receive $50!!!!

Subject: Staffing, Training, and Performance: An Update...
Submitter: Saykham Panemalaythong, HR Assistant/Student Employment Coordinator, Human Resources

Message: Staffing, Training, and Performance: An Update on HR Projects

Last December the HR department and Staff Senate hosted several well-attended open forums, discussing how our HR practices can contribute to an even healthier, more productive work environment. Your feedback was very helpful in helping us revise three key programs: our staff hiring process, training and development program, and performance feedback program.

Here are the key themes we heard you articulate (in summary form!):
Hiring Process:
- Clarify the process. When do we post?
- Bring more diversity to the applicant pool
- Shorten the time to fill a position
- Use the posting process to support employees' vocational/development opportunities

Training and Development:
- Develop a formalized, value-added program
- Train supervisors
- Demonstrate the college's commitment to training by providing the opportunities, time away from work to participate, and the financial resources

Performance Feedback:
- Make the process and form simple, valuable, and easy to use
- Clarify the purpose of the annual review - why are we doing it when it is not tied to pay?
- Hold managers accountable for conducting the reviews

Many of you offered great specific suggestions that fit into one or more of these themes. Additionally, we are incorporating our commitment to vocation into each of these programs - recognizing that we called to use our talents and skills in a life of service.

We are working on all three of these initiatives, and are excited about introducing you to the new programs early this summer. In the meantime, we will be creating opportunities to connect with many of you to discuss our progress, and request your ongoing feedback. At the April all-staff meeting, we will provide you with a more formal update.

Each of us has the opportunity to influence our work culture - creating space for respectful conversation, performing our work to the best of our abilities, and daily renewing our commitment to serving our students and each other faithfully. Let us know how we can serve you even better.

Subject: Living in the moment - Tomorrow at 4 p.m. in chapel
Submitter: John Knight, Associate Director, Center for Faith and Learning

Message: Running a business is hard. Creating your own business is even harder. Add in marriage, kids, community - is it possible to live a life of faith and joy?

Join us at 4 p.m. on Thursday, March 16 in the Hoversten Chapel for a free program to hear from Beth and Eddie Ulrich on what it means to run their own businesses, maintain a marriage, raise four young children, and continue their church and community activities.

Free food and additional opportunity for interaction with the speakers will follow the question and answer portion of the program.

Call John Knight at x1351 or faith@augsburg.edu if you have any questions. This event is free and open to all who are interested!

Subject: Committed to speaking out against injustice?
Submitter: Margaret M Dornfeld, Student

Message: Come to Campus Camp Wellstone Friday, March 31 from 3:30-9:30 and Saturday, April 1 from 9 - 5 to learn the skills to do just that. Trainers from around the country will be on campus to teach skills in political action, civic engagement, and leadership. This event is free, and dinner, breakfast, and lunch will be provided. To sign up, or for more information, contact Maggie at dornfeld@augsburg.edu or call 612-656-6532.

Subject: Camp Stipend Deadline is TODAY
Submitter: Ross Murray, Campus Ministry Associate; Tutoring Services Coordinator, Campus Ministry and Academic Enrichment

Message: If you are planning to work at a summer camp this summer, make sure you apply for a Lilly Camp Stipend. Applications will be accepted through the end of the day today. We have several stipends, worth $500 each, to give to students who are going to dedicate their summer working in camping ministry. Students working at ANY summer camp are encouraged to apply.

To apply, simply fill out an application and return it to Ross Murray (CB #49 or in the Campus Ministry Office). Also, sign up for an interview slot on Ross Murray's door (also in the Campus Ministry Office). Interviews will be conducted the week after Spring Break. For more information, or to receive the application by email, contact Ross Murray at 612-330-1151 or murray@augsburg.edu.

Subject: Thursday, 16 March Convocation Class Schedule
Submitter: Wayne Kallestad, Registrar, Registrar's Office

Message: 16 March, Thursday - All Hands with President Frame

This convocation is scheduled for 11 a.m., the following schedule will be used:

1st Period: 8:00-9:20
2nd Period 9:30-10:50
Convocation 11:00-12:00
3rd Period 12:10-1:20
Afternoon classes follow regular schedule

Subject: "The Future of Student Financial Aid in Minnesota"
Submitter: Herald A Johnson, Director of Advancement Programs, Institutional Advancement

Message: Friday Forum,March 17 - Speaker - Mike Wilhelmi
Director of Government and Community Affairs, Minnesota Private College Council

Over 650 Augsburg students receive nearly $2,000,000 in Minnesota State Grants this year. What will happen to this and other student aid funds during this year's Session. Should you care?

Mike will discuss current proposals before the Legislature, Augsburg Day at the Capitol, and why these issues are important to Augsburg students.

Subject: LINK collecting food and clothing
Submitter: Jeanette Clark, Student

Message: LINK is currently collecting food and clothing this week until Friday at 3 p.m. Boxes to collect such food are placed in the trash rooms and other locations in residence halls. Those with questions should feel free to contact Maggie Dornfeld at dornfeld@augsburg.edu or Nyla Anderson at anderso1@augsburg.edu.

Subject: Open Staff Positions...........
Submitter: Sarah Louden, Recruiter/HR Associate, Human Resources

Message: Please visit Augsburg's employment website (http://www.augsburg.edu/hr/staff/) to view a listing of all open staff positions on campus. We currently have the following positions open:

* Hall Director
* Administrative Assistant, Development
* Postdoctoral Researcher
* Executive Director, Gage Center
* Digital Services Librarian

Subject: Sverdrup Scientist Lecture Program, March 27-28
Submitter: Jeanine A Gregoire, Associate Professor, Education

Message: Students, Faculty, Staff and the general public are invited to the 2006 Sverdrup Visiting Scientist Program. This year's events features Dr. Tom Jordan, professor, Department of Earth Sciences, University of Southern California
Director, Southern California Earthquake Center

There are two great opportunities to hear Dr. Jordan speak about geosystems and their impact on human systems:

Sverdrup Lecture
Monday, March 27, 8 p.m. Hoverstein Chapel, Foss Center "Civilization as a Geosystem: A Scientific Perspective on Global Change"

Sverdrup Colloquium
Tuesday, April 12, 12 p.m., Minneapolis Room, Christensen Ctr. "Structure and Evolution of the Continents"

All Events are free and open to the public; for more information concerning these events call x1551

Subject: PASU Leaders attend conference
Submitter: Ann L Garvey, Dean of Students, Academic and Student Affairs

Message: 19 Pan-Afrikan students attended the Pan-African Student Leadership Conference at Minnesota State University, Mankato February 23-February 26. The conference focused on Pan-Africanism, Pan-African History, student leadership, developing one's knowledge skill and talents. Students were able to connect with students from different colleges, learn more of their history and the importance of education. The students had a wonderful time and we look forward to attending the conference again next year. In addition to the students, Trena Bolden Fields, Director, Pan-Afrikan Center, and Kenneth Turner, TRIO/SSS attended.

Augsburg students Robert Jones and O'Fay Agnew were crowned 1st Runner-up in the talent ceremony. All of the students represented Augsburg well.

Subject: I Need Extra Tickets Too!
Submitter: Elizabeth A Bennett, Student

Message: Hello everyone! I am looking for more graduation tickets because I have family coming from all over the United States. I would GREATLY appreciate it if you had extras, if you would donate them to me. If you have any questions, please email me at bennett@augsburg.edu. Thank you!

Subject: For Sale: Brother 5-in-1 Color InkJet
Submitter: Joseph A Erickson, Professor, Education

Message: For Sale: Brother MFC-3220c 5-in-1 Color InkJet Printer/Scanner/Copier/Fax/PC Fax--PLUS eleven replacement ink cartridges (assorted colors). All manuals, software and accessories included. One year old, sparingly used, has never needed repair or service. $50 or Best Offer.

More information is available at:

http://www.pricerunner.com/computing/peripherals/multifunctional-printers/191765/details

Call Joe at 612-330-1647 or erickson@augsburg.edu.

Subject: Urgent! Need More Graduation Tickets.
Submitter: Tiffany N Peterson, Student

Message: I am an international student that graduates this May. My family members would like to attend my graduation, but I need more tickets in order for them to do this. This is urgent because they need to make flight reservations. I am looking for 4 more tickets. Please email me at peterst1@augsburg.edu ASAP if you have any extras. THANKS!

Subject: Wanted: Spring Break Plant Waterer
Submitter: Noah R Sager, Student

Message: I'm looking for somebody who could watch my 4 little pepper plants over spring break. They just need modest sun and to be watered every 2-3 days. I'm willing to exchange baked goods, much thanks, or both for the favor.

Please email me at sagern@augsburg.edu.