Subject: REMINDER: Lot H closed for Gateway construction
Submitter: John Pack, Director, Public Safety

Message: As most of you are aware Lot H, also know as the North Faculty Staff Lot, is closed for construction of the Gateway building. Faculty and staff parking displaced by this project has shifted to Lot L. Lot L is the newly constructed parking lot just east of the athletic field.

Starting Monday, September 4, and continuing until Friday, September 8, the Department of Public Safety will have an employee stationed at the old entrance to Lot H. The employee will be on-site from 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.. If you are unsure how to get to the new parking lot, feel free to swing by the old Lot H entrance to pick-up a map and have your questions answered. You can also call the Department of Public Safety at 612-330-1717 with your parking questions. That phone is answered all day, every day.

Subject: Workshop on Universal Instructional Design
Submitter: Anthony A Bibus III, Professor, Social Work

Message: Colleagues are welcome to attend the workshop on Universal Instructional Design with social worker Barb Blacklock, Disability Specialist at the University of Minnesota, on Wednesday, September 6, 3-5 p.m. in the Minneapolis Room. This workshop is sponsored and funded by the Center for Teaching and Learning and hosted by the Social Work Department.

Barb will present: "A Team Approach: Using the Principles of Universal Instructional Design to Create Access for All Students, Including Students with Disabilities"

Universal Instructional Design (UID) is an approach to teaching that consists of proactive design and the use of inclusive instructional strategies that benefit a broad range of learners including students with disabilities. The eight principles for applying UID presented in this session were compiled by merging Chickering and Gamson's Seven Principles for Good Practice in Undergraduate Education and North Carolina State University's Center for Universal Design's Seven Principles for Universal Design. The presenter will share these principles and highlight what is often the most difficult principle to implement, "Determining Essential Course or Program Requirements". Opportunities will be provided for participants to apply tools for determining essential course and program requirements and how to take the next step, which is to identify technical standards for their programs.

Subject: Opening Convocation, Tues., September 5, 10:30
Submitter: Judith A Green, Academic Affairs Project Manager, Academic and Student Affairs

Message: All faculty and staff are invited to join in welcoming our students to the new academic year at tomorrow's Opening Convocation scheduled to begin at 10:30 in Hoversten Chapel. The schedule for tomorrow's events is listed below.

9 a.m. - Augsem groups meet

10:15 - Procession led by Bob Stacke

10:30 - Opening Convocation

11:30 - Picnic in the Quad for students/faculty/staff

1 p.m. - Service project begin

Subject: Regent and CEO Mike Good speaks TOMORROW at 7 a.m.
Submitter: John Knight, Associate Director, Center for Faith and Learning

Message: CEO, husband, father, community volunteer – is there a connection between persevering in one’s daily responsibilities and commitment to faith? Can success and vocation go together? Come hear Michael R. Good, President and CEO of Sotheby’s International Realty in New Jersey, discuss his journey in life at the kick-off of this year’s faith@work! leadership speakers series on Wednesday, Sept. 6 from 7 – 8 a.m. at St. Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church.

Augsburg College and St. Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church have partnered to promote faith@work! to encourage us all to more effectively live out our faith where we work and live, especially those in leadership positions. Directions can be found at (www.spdlc.org/about/directions.htm).

During his career at Augsburg, Good was a two time NAIA All American in Wrestling, twice captain of the wrestling team and was recognized as the Honor Athlete in 1971. He is currently President and Chief Executive Officer of Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates, Inc. In 1991, Good was inducted into the Augsburg College Athletic Hall of Fame. He was elected to the Board of Regents in 2001.

A time for questions will follow Mike's speech.

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

Subject: The Whirling Dervishes
Submitter: Ross Murray, Campus Ministry Associate; Tutoring Services Coordinator, Campus Ministry and Academic Enrichment

Message: Northern Lights Society Presents
"RUMI EXCLUSIVE - Whirling Dervishes"
The Whirling Dervishes of Turkey Come to Ted Mann Concert Hall
Tuesday, September 19

Northern Lights Society, a non-profit organization, is proud to announce
their sponsorship of a very special one-night-only performance of the
Order of the Whirling Dervishes from Turkey. The event titled "Rumi
Exclusive - Whirling Dervishes" will take place on Tuesday, September 19,
at 7 p.m. Ted Mann Concert Hall, University of Minnesota West
Bank 2128 4th Street South. One of the wonders of Turkey is coming to
Minnesota: Whirling Dervishes of Rumi. Whirling Dervishes are performing
one of the most exquisite ceremonies of spirituality. It’s a rare
opportunity to experience a mesmerizing seven-century old ritual,
incredible performance featuring beautiful costumes, hypnotic live music
with flutes, string and percussion, and the amazing sight of the Dervishes
whirling on the stage. Tickets to the performance are available for
purchase at University of Minnesota Arts Ticket Office Mon. - Fri., 10 a.m.
– 5 p.m.
Advance Tickets by Phone: 612-624-2345.
Advance Tickets in Person: Room 105 Northrop Auditorium
University of Minnesota East Bank 84 Church Street S.E.
Ticket Prices : $24, $ 27, $30
There will be $10 discount for students and $3 discount for groups.

Subject: Campus Ministry Block Party!
Submitter: Sarah M Pesola, Student

Message: Join us outside the chapel for the Campus Ministry Block Party on Wednesday, September 6 (the first day of school). There will be free t-shirts, food and games. There will also be info about the many ways to get involved in Campus Ministry.

Remember to stay for the first Wednesday night communion at 9:30 p.m.

We hope to see you there!

Subject: Go Ask Alice! College Student Health Q & A Online
Submitter: Dianne Detloff, Administrative Assistant, Counseling & Health Promotion

Message: Counseling & Health Promotion encourages you to check out a great college health website, Go Ask Alice! This site from Columbia University has health experts answering students' real questions on tons of health, sexual health and mental health topics (e.g., "How should I help my drunk friend?" "Is social smoking really bad for me?") Check it out and bookmark it. Also check out CCHP's self-help page listing other best of the web college health and mental health sites, or our community resources page listing Twin Cities health resources. http://www.goaskalice.com/Cat5.html

 

Subject: Augsburg Recycles!
Submitter: Thomas S Ruffaner, Day Custodial Supervisor, Custodial Services

Message: Augsburg has been recycling for over 14 years and we continue to increase the amount of recyclables that we rescue from the trash stream. Recycling is a team effort here on campus and everyone can be part of the team. Augsburg saves money on its trash hauling costs by recycling paper, cardboard, cans, bottles and electronics. We also have our garden waste sent out to BFI composting stations for eventual reuse. Last year we recycled approximately 170 tons of paper and cardboard and 300 cubic yards of cans and bottles. We can do even better this year if we just take a little time to think and put recyclables in the proper containers. All cans and bottles can be recycled in the blue containers with the two-holed green tops and all paper and cardboard can be placed in the blue containers with the blue-slotted tops or in the large, square blue containers around campus. The Augsburg Recycling policy & procedures can be found in the Custodial public folder in ORGS.

Subject: Go-To College Transit Passes - Sale Starts Today
Submitter: Thomas S Ruffaner, Day Custodial Supervisor, Custodial Services

Message: Starting today students in all ACTC schools and many other smaller colleges in the metro area are eligible to purchase generously discounted transit passes that are good for the entire semester. Passes can be used anytime of day and are also good for the light rail. Passes will go on sale today at the Enrollment Center windows in Sverdrup 100 and will be available whenever the windows are open. Pass prices after October 1st will be prorated according to the number of months usage left.

Check out the transit pass display in Christensen Center or the schedule rack near the cash machine near the skyway in Christensen Center for maps, schedules and other literature pertaining to transit in the Twin Cities. Many basic shopping venues are available near campus and are usually a 5-10 minute bus ride away. Light rail to downtown is about 12 minutes ride and Mall of America is about 15-20 minutes away. The airport is also easily accessible via light rail.

Subject: Two artist gallery talks this week!
Submitter: Kerry Morgan, Coordinator of Galleries and Exhibits, Art

Message: This Thursday, September 7, Mary Reid Kelley will be discussing her mixed media artwork featured in "Paper Union," now showing in the Christensen Center Art Gallery. Her talk begins at 10:30 a.m.

This Friday, September 8, Randy Walker will be discussing his fiber sculptures that are highlighted in "By a Thread," now on view in the Gage Family Art Gallery in Lindell Library. His talk begins at 9:30 a.m.

Both gallery talks are open to the entire Augsburg community and will be followed by refreshments. Come learn about some amazing art before it disappears--both shows close Friday evening, Sept. 8!

Subject: Reception for Senior Art Major Steven Schauer
Submitter: Kerry Morgan, Coordinator of Galleries and Exhibits, Art

Message: Join with the Art Galleries and Art Department to celebrate the accomplishments of senior art major Steven Schauer this coming Thursday, September 7, from 6-8 p.m. in the Student Art Gallery (in Christensen Center). Steven's show "Posers: A Life Drawing Retrospective" will be on view through September 8.

Subject: Candidates on campus
Submitter: Ann L Garvey, Vice President of Student Affairs, Academic and Student Affairs

Message: Augsburg will host two candidates for local office, Phyllis Kahn & Andy Lugar on Wednesday, and two candidates, Pam Costin & T. Williams, on Thursday. Candidates will arrive on campus at approx. 6 p.m. and will be going door-to-door in the residence halls.

Minnesota Statute 211B.20 states that it is unlawful for a person, to deny access to...[a] dormitory...to a candidate who has filed for election to public office or to campaign workers accompanied by the candidate, if the candidate and workers seeking admittance to the facility do so solely for the purpose of campaigning. A violation of this sanction is a petty misdemeanor.

Candidates will be accompanied by a current Augsburg student.

Subject: On-line Transcript Ordering
Submitter: Wayne Kallestad, Registrar, Registrar's Office

Message: There is now another option for ordering transcripts at Augsburg, on-line ordering!!

Augsburg College has authorized the National Student Clearinghouse to provide transcript ordering through a secured internet transaction. You will need a credit card to use this service and will not be charged until Augsburg College sends your transcript. Of course, you can still order transcripts via the mail or in-person at the Enrollment Center.

Please refer to the transcript ordering information found through the Registrar web page under the link Request a Transcript (near the bottom of the page). You will find a detailed description of your ordering options, including the price schedule. A direct link is:
http://www.augsburg.edu/enroll/registrar/transcripts.html

Note, ordering transcripts on-line will have the current price structure, ordering through the mail or in-person will cost $1 more.

Subject: Welcome Amanda Peterson
Submitter: Mark Howitz, Senior Human Resources Generalist, Human Resources

Message: Amanda officially joined the Augsburg community on August 31 as the executive assistant in the Office of the President. Amanda graduated from the University of Wisconsin Madison in 2005 with a MA in Geography and has spent the past year working on additional graduate study. As the Executive Assistant Amanda will provide administrative support to the president and other members of the office team, support special projects, and serve as a liaison to the Board of Regents. Welcome Amanda!

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):

Friday, September 1:
Men's Golf -- Augsburg vs. St. Olaf dual meet
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/mgolf/0607statistics/090106stolaf.html

Saturday, September 2:
M/W Cross Country -- Augsburg vs. Bethel dual meet
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/xcountry/0607statistics/090206bethel.html

Volleyball -- Augsburg at Northwestern-Roseville Invitational
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/volleyball/

Men's Soccer -- Augsburg 8, Crown 0
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/msoccer/0607statistics/090206crown.html

Women's Soccer -- Augsburg 3, Loras (Iowa) 0
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/wsoccer/0607statistics/090206loras.html

Sunday, September 3:
Men's Soccer -- Augsburg 2, Loras (Iowa) 0
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/msoccer/0607statistics/090306loras.html

Monday, September 4:
Women's Soccer -- Augsburg 2, Lewis and Clark (Ore.) 0
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/wsoccer/0607statistics/090406lewisclark.html

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

Wednesday, September 6:
Men’s Soccer at Northwestern-Roseville (Minn.), 5 p.m.
Volleyball vs. Bethany Lutheran (Minn.), Si Melby Hall, 7 p.m.-- Listen live: http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/liveaudio/

Thursday, September 7:
Women’s Soccer vs. Martin Luther (Minn.), Edor Nelson Field, 7 p.m.

Friday, September 8:
Volleyball hosting Augsburg Invitational, Si Melby Hall, matches begin at 2 p.m. -- Augsburg vs. St. Thomas, 2 p.m.; Augsburg vs. Northland (Wis.), 6 p.m.

Saturday, September 9:
Volleyball hosting Augsburg Invitational, Si Melby Hall, matches begin at 9 a.m. -- Augsburg vs. Wisconsin-Stout, 9 a.m.; Placing matches, 1/3 p.m.
M/W Cross Country at Wisconsin-River Falls Invitational, 9:30 a.m.
Men’s Soccer vs. Milwaukee School of Engineering (Wis.), Edor Nelson Field, 1 p.m.
Football at Northwestern-Roseville (Minn.), 1 p.m.-- Listen live: http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/liveaudio/
Women’s Soccer at Wisconsin-River Falls, 1 p.m.
Men's Golf hosting Augsburg Invitational, Mississippi Dunes Golf Links, Cottage Grove, Minn.
Women's Golf at Concordia-Moorhead Invitational, Wildflower GC, Detroit Lakes, Minn.

Sunday, September 10:
Men’s Soccer vs. Carroll (Wis.), Edor Nelson Field, 1 p.m.
Men's Golf hosting Augsburg Invitational, Mississippi Dunes Golf Links, Cottage Grove, Minn.
Women's Golf at Concordia-Moorhead Invitational, Wildflower GC, Detroit Lakes, Minn.

Tuesday, September 12:
Women’s Soccer at St. Olaf, 4 p.m.