Subject: WEC/GRAD PARKING INFO FOR FALL
Submitter: Krista Young, Communications and Parking Manager, Public Safety

Message: WEC/GRAD
2006-07 PARKING INFORMATION

* Fall 2006 ticketing will begin the first day of school for all students, faculty, and staff.

* Instead of stickers, we will use hangtag permits next year, so each student will only need one and may use it in any vehicle.

* Public Safety will automatically mail all WEC/Grad students a permit with a vehicle registration card and safety tips.

* Permits will be mailed out before Saturday, August 26th, so students will have permits before school starts.

* Augsburg's complete parking rules and regulations may be found online on Augsburg's homepage. Follow the links: Administration, Security, Additional Information, and Parking Information.

* Please direct all parking questions to Public Safety Dispatch at 612-330-1717 or x1717. We are open 24/7 for your convenience. If you prefer e-mail, please direct questions to parking@augsburg.edu and we will respond as soon as possible.

Subject: FACULTY & STAFF PARKING 2006-07
Submitter: Krista Young, Communications and Parking Manager, Public Safety

Message: * Fall 2006 ticketing will begin the first day of school for all students, faculty, and staff.

* Faculty and staff who are willing to use payroll deduction for parking payment during the 2006-07 school year may register for permits beginning Monday. April 24th. Public Safety will mail out permits before school begins.

* In order to register for a permit, please fill out a "Payroll Deduction & Parking Registration" form. You may find these forms at the CC Info Desk, Public Safety Dispatch, Human Resources, or through your department secretary beginning April 24th. Once completed, these forms may be returned to Public Safety at CB #78.

* The deadline for paper registration is Thursday, June 15th. After this date, we will require online registration. Online registration will be available August 15th and throughout the school year. A payroll deduction option will still be available, but will be part of the online process available August 15th.

* Fac/staff permit prices will stay the same next year: $45 per month from September - April for full-time employees. For part-time rates, please see the payroll deduction form.

* Gateway Building construction will begin this summer. At that time, lot H (the main fac/staff lot) will close. Lots available to faculty and staff will be lots D, G, J, and L.

* Augsburg's complete parking rules and regulations may be found online on Augsburg's homepage. Follow the links: Administration, Security, Additional Information, and Parking Information.

* Please direct all parking questions to Public Safety Dispatch at 612-330-1717 or x1717. We are open 24/7 for your convenience. If you prefer e-mail, please direct questions to parking@augsburg.edu and we will respond as soon as possible

Subject: Summer hours for Si Melby and the Fitness Center
Submitter: Kristen L Kraft, Athletic Facilities Manager, Athletic Facilities

Message: Summer hours for Si Melby Hall and the Fitness Center begin Monday, May 1 and are as follows:

Monday - Thursday 6:00am - 10:00pm
Friday 6:00am - 8:00pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed


The facilities will be closed Memorial Day and the 4th of July.

Subject: DAY STUDENT PARKING INFO FOR FALL
Submitter: Krista Young, Communications and Parking Manager, Public Safety

Message: * Fall 2006 ticketing will begin the first day of school for all students, faculty, and staff.

* Resident and commuter permit prices will go up $10 per semester next year: the total cost will be $120 per semester or $240 for the year (September - April).

* Students who wish to renew their permits may do so online from Tuesday, August 1st until Monday, August 14th at 8 p.m.

* Seniors may purchase a parking permit online Tuesday, August 15th.

* Juniors may purchase a parking permit online Wednesday, August 16th.

* Sophomores may purchase a parking permit online Thursday, August 17th.

* Freshmen may purchase a parking permit online Friday, August 18th.

* Complete information about using the online system will go out to students before August 15th.

* There will be "second chance" permit sales the second week of school, but permit availability will be very limited.

* City street permits will also be sold the second week of school. Only residents are eligible for City street parking.

* Augsburg's complete parking rules and regulations may be found online on Augsburg's homepage. Follow the links: Administration, Security, Additional Information, and Parking Information.

* Please direct all parking questions to Public Safety Dispatch at 612-330-1717 or x1717. We are open 24/7 for your convenience. If you prefer e-mail, please direct questions to parking@augsburg.edu and we will respond as soon as possible.

Subject: Open General Use Times For Athletic Facilities
Submitter: Kristen L Kraft, Athletic Facilities Manager, Athletic Facilities

Message: The following are the open general use times of the athletic facilities for the Augsburg Community. Times and dates are subject to change.

Friday, April 21 to Friday, April 28


FITNESS CENTER
Fri. 4/21 6:00am - 10:00pm
Sat. 4/22 Noon - 6:00pm
Sun. 4/23 Noon - 10:00pm
Mon. 4/24 6:00am - 10:00pm
Tues. 4/25 6:00am - 10:00pm
Wed. 4/26 6:00am - 10:00pm
Thurs. 4/27 6:00am - 10:00pm
Fri. 4/28 6:00am - 10:00pm

OPEN GYM
Fri. 4/21 6:00 - 9:45pm South Court
Sat. 4/22 1:00pm - 5:45pm North Court
Sun. 4/23 No Open Gym
Mon. 4/24 1:30pm - 5:45pm North Court
Tues. 4/25 1:30pm - 5:45pm North Court
Wed. 4/26 1:30pm - 9:45pm North Court
Thurs. 4/27 1:30pm - 5:45pm North Court
Fri. 4/28 3:00pm - 9:45pm North Court

OPEN HOCKEY - Must have helmet
Fri. 4/21 NO OPEN HOCKEY
Mon. 4/24 11:00am - 1:00pm Rink A
4/24 3:00pm - 5:00pm Rink A
Tues. 4/25 11:00am - 1:00pm Rink A
4/25 3:00pm - 5:00pm Rink A
Wed. 4/26 11:00am - 1:00pm Rink A
4/26 3:00pm - 4:45pm Rink A
Thurs. 4/27 12:30pm - 5:00pm Rink A
Fri. 4/28 NO OPEN HOCKEY


OPEN FIGURE SKATING
Fri. 4/21 NO OPEN FIGURE SKATING
Mon. 4/24 11:00am - 1:00pm Rink B
Tues. 4/25 11:00am - 1:00pm Rink B
Wed. 4/26 11:00am - 1:00pm Rink B
Thurs. 4/27 11:00am - 1:00pm Rink B
Fri. 4/28 NO OPEN FIGURE SKATING

Subject: Summer Research Proposals Due 4/21
Submitter: Theresa L Martin, Administrative Assistant, Center for Teaching and Learning

Message:
The application deadline has been extended to April 21 and the eligibility guidelines have been revised for Summer Research proposals. You may apply if you are in your first year of employment at Augsburg or if you received an award last year, Summer 2005. Other criteria are:

SELECTION CRITERIA:

Quality Criteria. Preference will be given to proposals that show evidence of thorough preparation and that meet the following criteria:
- Clear statement of realistic goals and objectives
- Appropriate and detailed project method/plan for achieving the goals and objectives
- Explanation of advance preparation and planning
- Clear description of the project's assessment
- Detailed timeline and budget

Other Criteria. Additional criteria that may influence the Committeeâs decision include:
- Use of language and terminology that are clear to non-experts
- Necessity for funding for project completion
- Please attach a curriculum vita.

FUNDING: Up to $2000 per grant.
Source: Grangaard Faculty Development Fund. 2-3 additional awards may be granted.
Funding decisions are made by the Faculty Development Committee. All funds must be requested by the end of the fiscal year in which the grant is awarded.

APPLICATION: Please use the Research Application form that is available by calling Terry Martin, x1229 or at the CTL website. Please send the completed application as an e-mail attachment to martin@augsburg.edu.

Extended Application Date: April 21 for the summer 2006.

Accountability:
- Completion of the following:
-Professional Development evaluation form and assessment as described in the project application
- Sharing the results with the Augsburg Community via:
-Presentation of a community discussion, Scholarship Fair, or another venue approved by the FacDev Committee.

Subject: Zyzzogeton: The Last Word - Lefse vs. Lutefisk
Submitter: Theresa L Martin, Administrative Assistant, Center for Teaching and Learning

Message:
Lefse vs. Lutefisk

Thursday, April 20, 4 to 5 p.m., Marshall Room

Luther vs. Eck? Lincoln vs. Douglas? These disputations had nothing over the great debate that will happen this Thursday! Come hear the virtues of lefse expounded over the subtleties of lutefisk. The best of Norwegian cuisine will be argued and defended from the viewpoints of four academic disciplines: William V. Frame (Political Science), Lori Hale (Religion), Joan Griffin (English), and Ken Kaminsky (Mathematics).

Communication prof and debate coach Bob Groven will moderate. The kind Norwegian ladies of the Augsburg Associates will act as judges.

Delicious food and beverages will also be served. (Whether or not that includes lutefisk, you'll have to come to find out.) All are welcome.

Subject: Zyzzogeton: The Last Word - Student Research
Submitter: Theresa L Martin, Administrative Assistant, Center for Teaching and Learning

Message:
Student Research Presentations

Thursday, April 20, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., in the Christensen Center, students from the arts, humanities, and sciences will present posters and roundtable discussions on their current research. Presentations will be set up in the fireplace gallery and fishbowl.

Participating student researchers include Matthew Argall (Physics), Emily Beauvais (Physics), Richard Birkett (Biology), Paul Cummings (International Relations), Cara Engel (Religion), Nicholas Goodwin (Psychology), Alyssa Kane (Psychology), Lava K.C. (Computer Science), Serita Lee (Social Work), Erik Lundberg (Physics), Miranda Nelson (Psychology), Binh Nguyen (Computer Science), Steve Quick (Physics), Eilidh Reyelts (Biology), Shannon Ryan (Psychology), Dan Schwendtner (Physics), Ryan Skar (Computer Science), Ben Sonquist (Biology), Jake Thomas (History), Paul Tsai (Chemistry), and Steve Zaffke (Physics).

Please join us in support of these student researchers. Delicious food and beverages will also be served. All are welcome.

Subject: Music/Worship Event April 30th
Submitter: Daniel Jorgensen, Director of Public Relations, Office of the President

Message: All are invited to a "public farewell program for Bill & Anne Frame on Sunday, April 30, from 2-4 p.m., hosted by Central Lutheran Church in Minneapolis. The event will feature music by The Augsburg Centennial Singers, Augsburg Masterworks Chorale, and Gospel Praise with a keynote address by Bishop Mark Hanson, presiding bishop of the ELCA.

Pastor Dave Wold will serve as MC. A reception with refreshments will follow the program in the church's Fellowship Hall.

Please share this announcement with all friends, alumni and retirees of the College.

Subject: Celebration for President Frame, TOMORROW
Submitter: Meghan R Flores, Associate Director of Financial Aid, Enrollment Center

Message: Staff and Faculty are invited to gather to honor and celebrate President Frame's nine years of contributions to our community. The Farewell Celebration will be at 3 p.m., on Friday. April 21, 2006. Yes, that is tomorrow!

The program, which will include several "gentle roastings" and performances by Gospel Praise and alumna Jennifer Grimm '99, will begin at 3:15 p.m. in the Christensen Center Commons.

Come be a part of this festive community gathering to commemorate Bill's contributions to our community.

Subject: Spring Affair Dance -- Friday, April 21
Submitter: Jamie J Rust, Student

Message: Don't miss one of the biggest Augsburg events of the year! Hosted at the BEAUTIFUL Nicollet Island Pavilion at 40 Power St. in Minneapolis.

Pick up your FREE ticket at the ASAC table in the Christensen Center Lobby M-F 10am - 5:45 pm. If you would like to bring a non-Auggie guest, their ticket is $3.

A free shuttle will run between Augsburg (outside the Music Building) and the dance from 6:30pm - 12:30 am.

7:00 The Pavilion will serve a sit-down dinner to those with dinner tickets. If you received a dinner ticket, you MUST bring it with you to be served dinner.

8:00 The dance begins. You must present your ticket to enter. DJ sponsored by PASU. Hors d'ouerves will be served all night long. There will also be a free coffee bar and dessert bar.

12:00 The dance ends.

Subject: All Staff Picnic, Save the Date 5-18-06
Submitter: Meghan R Flores, Associate Director of Financial Aid, Enrollment Center

Message: The year end All Staff Picnic sponsored by Staff Senate will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Thursday May 18th, 2006. We will plan for good weather and celebrate in Murphy Park; in the unfortunate event of rain East Commons will serve as our gathering space.

Subject: LADIES FIRST!With blessings for First Lady, Anne F
Submitter: Tina L Brauer, Administrative Assistant, Music

Message: LADIES FIRST!
With blessings for First Lady, Anne Frame

The Riverside Singers of Augsburg College under the direction of Nancy Grundahl will pay tribute to Augsburg's First Lady, Anne Frame, on Sunday, April 23, at 7:30 p.m. in Hoversten Chapel. This concert will conclude the women's chorus' Spring 2006 tour of metropolitan area churches and high schools.

Many of the songs on the program are about "leave-taking." From the familiar "Going Home" by Antonin Dvorak to the newly-commissioned, "Someone Will Remember Us" by Minnesota composer Jocelyn Hagen, the choir will sing songs that yearn for those who have gone and celebrate their importance in our lives.

Riverside Singers Alumna and women of the faculty and staff are invited to join in singing the Gaelic Blessing to Anne Frame. (Rehearsal will be held at 7 p.m. in the Choir Room prior to the concert.)

Subject: Kim Carlson Speaking Here This Friday
Submitter: Thomas S Ruffaner, Day Custodial Supervisor, Custodial Services

Message: Earth Day Mini-convocation - Foss Chapel - 10:20 AM on Friday

As the "EarthSmartConsumer" on NBC KARE 11 in Minneapolis, Kim Carlson shares practical tips on living a more planet friendly lifestyle. Join President Frame and the Augsburg community in a celebration of sustainability accomplishments here on the Augsburg campus and to hear Kim Carlson share her insights on environmentally friendly practices in business. As founder and CEO of Cities Management, a residential property management firm overseeing 15,000 residential units, she created an award winning environmental management program for property managers, She developed the first "green" building in Minnesota, launched the first national paperless office initiative for residential property managers and co-authored two guides on eco-friendly property management.

Subject: FREE CONCERT ON CAMPUS THIS SATURDAY!!!
Submitter: Ted A Jedlicki, Student

Message: The ASAC Music Committee brings national artist Ben Lee to Augsburg's Spring Music Jam this Saturday, April 22, 2006 as part of ASAC's Spring Fling week. The FREE concert will start at 5:30 p.m. in Lot E on the Urness Lawn. Ben Lee is most well know for performing the songs "Catch My Disease" and "Gamble Everything For Love" and can be heard on 89.3 The Current, Cities 97, and Drive 105.

Also in concert will be Useless, the rock band featuring members of the national band Flipp, the Augsburg Battle of the Bands winner Accident Waiting to Happen, and local bands Capitol Jay and the New Monarchs. Dinner will be moved outside this evening for the event. Visit http://www.augsburg.edu/ASAC/ for more info.

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

Message: Check out Augsburg's employment website (http://www.augsburg.edu/hr/staff/) for open staff positions on campus.

Currently we have the following open positions:

* Human Resource Director
* Accommodations Specialist

Subject: Fulbright Opportunity
Submitter: Carol M Forbes, Director of Sponsored Programs, Academic and Student Affairs

Message: Dear Colleague,

I am writing to encourage you to alert your colleagues to the many opportunities for international exchange through the 2007-08 Fulbright Scholar Program. As the program officer for Armenia Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Georgia, Greece, Moldova, Romania and Turkey, I want to bring to your attention the need for scholars, especially, in the social sciences and humanities in southeastern Europe. All of the awards welcome the expertise and perspective of American faculty and offer them the opportunity make a significant contribution to the region by serving as lecturers, researchers, mentors and advisors. As you may know, the Fulbright experience also benefits American institutions and scholars by providing opportunities to expand international contacts and by increasing the international dimension of the home institution.

For additional information on the awards in southeastern Europe as well as the other world regions, please visit the CIES Web site at www.cies.org. The deadline for submission of applications for the 2007-08 awards is August 1, 2006.

Thank you for your interest in the Fulbright Scholar Program and please don't hesitate to contact me about any questions you may have.

Sincerely,

Cynthia Crow, Ph.D.
Senior Program Officer, Europe/Eurasia
Fulbright Scholar Program
Council for International Exchange of Scholars
3007 Tilden Street, NW, Suite 5L
Washington, DC 20008-3009
Te: 202 686 7872
Fax: 202 362 3442
E-mail: ccrow@cies.iie.org
www.cies.org

Subject: Enter to win!
Submitter: Erin S Voss, Student and Public Computing Co-Manager, Information Technology

Message: Student Computing is conducting a survey and we need YOUR help! Please take a few minutes to tell us how we can improve our services. You can also enter for a chance to win a free 128MB flash drive. Just go to

http://academics.augsburg.edu/surveys/consent.html

to fill out the survey. Thank you!

Subject: AWAKEN Drama Ministry here this weekend only FREE
Submitter: Cara A Steichen, Student

Message: The Awaken Drama Ministry is comprised of a group of young adults who have been touring Northern Nebraska, Iowa, and Southern Minnesota since February of 2006. The program done by Awaken is similar to those produced at Augsburg and featured during communion services the past three years. The drama presentation is a compelling portrayal of God's love for a broken humanity. There are two opportunities to see it, FOR FREE, this weekend; Saturday, April 22 at Emmaus Lutheran Church in Bloomington at 7 pm. And, Sunday, April 23 at First Evangelical Lutheran Church in White Bear Lake at 7 p.m. Doors open a half hour before the presentation.
If you have any questions contact Cara Steichen at steichec@augsburg.edu or check out the website, awakenonline.org.

Subject: **RSVP for Senior Party by Wednesday April 26th**
Submitter: Christopher L Mahle, Student

Message: Attention all Seniors....

There is a slight change in the schedule for the night of the senior class party.

The senior rehearsal is from 5:45- 6:30. Thus there is a time conflict with the dinner portion of the senior party. So to correct this... The dinner will be at 7 p.m. with a show at 8 p.m.

Also transportation will be provided, so boarding the bus will be right after rehearsal.


Don't forget to RSVP via the card in the invitation by Wednesday April 26th.

Subject: Message for Education Students
Submitter: Cheryl A Sticha, Secretary, Education

Message: Important Message for Education Students

DAY Students: Please pick up your projects, portfolios and papers from previous semesters in Sverdrup 4 before April 28. The Education Department will be packing up and moving to Lindell Library Study Rooms the week of May 1-9. Student work from spring semester, 2006, will be available through the class instructor--please make arrangements to pick up work during this time. All spring semester that has not been picked up will be put into storage over the summer and put out in September, 2006.

WEC Students: Your work is also available in Sverdrup 4--please pick up any previous trimester before May 9. Student work left in the back dating before winter trimester, 2006, will be recycled. Winter trimester work will be put into storage May 9. and will not be available until September 2006.

Subject: Auggie Athletics Update
Submitter: Donald W Stoner, Sports Information Coordinator, Public Relations and Communication

Message: Auggie Athletics Update (click on link for story/stats):

Monday-Tuesday, April 17-18:
Men's Golf -- Augsburg at Gustavus Bobby Krig Invitational
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/mgolf/0506statistics/041806gustavus.html

Wednesday, April 19:
Softball -- St. Catherine 10-5, Augsburg 2-3 (1st game 6 inn.)
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/softball/0506statistics/041906stcatherine.html

Baseball -- Carleton 13-6, Augsburg 8-5 (2nd game 8 innings)
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/baseball/0506statistics/041906carleton.html


Upcoming Schedule:
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/

Thursday, April 20:
Softball vs. Carleton, Edor Nelson Field, 5 p.m.

Saturday, April 22:
Baseball vs. Concordia-Moorhead, Parade Stadium, 1 p.m.
Softball at St. Benedict, 1 p.m.
Men's Track and Field at Carleton Invitational.
Women's Track and Field at St. Olaf Invitational.
Women's Golf at MWCGA State Championships, Pebble Creek GC, Becker, Minn.

Sunday, April 23:
Men's Golf at St. John's Invitational, Cold Spring, Minn.
Women's Golf at MWCGA State Championships, Pebble Creek GC, Becker, Minn.

Tuesday, April 25:
Baseball at St. John's, 2:30 p.m.

Wednesday, April 26:
Baseball at Wisconsin-Stout, 1 p.m.
Softball vs. Hamline, Edor Nelson Field, 5 p.m.
Men's Track and Field at Macalester Invitational, 5 p.m.

Subject: For Rent
Submitter: Sam Barber, Assistant Wrestling Coach, Athletics

Message: Partly furnished 3 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment for rent available June 1.

* Located on Riverside Ave and Franklin Ave 5 minute walk to Augsburg, one block from River Road
* Secure Building
* No smoking
* Off Street parking
* Quiet building
* Air conditioning
* Rent $1300/mo includes heat
* Cable and Internet ready in all 3 rooms


For more information contact Sam Barber at barbers@augsburg.edu or 612-845-7684