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Subject:
Artist Randy Walker to give public talk Friday
Submitter:
Kerry Morgan, Coordinator of Galleries and Exhibits, Art
Message:
Meet sculptor and fiber artist Randy Walker this Friday, September 8 at 9:30 a.m. in the Gage Family Art Gallery (second floor of Lindell Library). Randy will be discussing the artwork featured in "By a Thread," which closes Friday evening. Refreshments will follow. All are invited.
Subject:
Guest housing
Submitter:
Patricia K Ostreim, Adm Assistant/Lsd Hsg, Finance & Administration
Message:
We no longer will be offering staff/faculty guest housing on campus due to space constraints. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have. The College has negotiated special Augsburg rates at the Depot, call 612-375-1700, as a possible alternative.
Subject:
Reception for senior art major Steven Schauer
Submitter:
Kerry Morgan, Coordinator of Galleries and Exhibits, Art
Message:
Join the Art Galleries and Art Department Thursday evening, September 7, as we celebrate the accomplishments of Steven Schauer, who suffered a stroke last spring. Steven won first place in the spring All-Student Juried Art Exhibition. His senior art exhibit, "Posers: A Life Drawing Retrospective," is on view in the Student Art Gallery (behind fireplace in Christensen Center) through September 8.
Subject:
Augsburg "A" List
Submitter:
Mary L True, Associate Director, Center for Service Work and Learning
Message:
Where TO GO From Here....
Welcome to the new Augsburg "A List" of suggested cultural events just a stone's throw away from Augsburg College and often free-of-charge. These suggestions come to you from Kerry Morgan (Galleries Coordinator) and Mary Laurel True (Center for Service, Wrok and Learning).
"Mill City Live"
Today-Thursday, September 7, 6-8 p.m. Free
One mile from campus-Go north/west on West River Road (704 S. 2nd Street). The museum court yard is on the river. Easy biking distance.
Mill City Museum's free outdoor music series, "Mill City Live," continues with a performance by Becky Schlegel, a bluegrass singer, guitarist and songwriter who performs with Brian Fesler on banjo and Gordon Johnson on bass. Schlegel was awarded Bluegrass/Old-Time Artist of the Year at the Minnesota Music Awards from 2001-2004 and has performed "A Prairie Home Companion." Set in the museum's dramatic open air Ruin Courtyard, "Mill City Live" features free outdoor music by some of the best local artists two Thursday evenings per month June through September. Food and drink are available for purchase from D'Amico Catering. Mill City Live is sponsored by 89.3 The Current and City Pages.
Snapshots of Life Exhibit
Reception on Friday, September 8, 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Free
Katherine Nash Gallery-West Bank- U of M-two blocks from campus
New York City is the subject for the McNight Photography Fellowship exhibit. Four local photographers Richard Copley, Todd Deutsch, Natasha D'Schommer and Meg Ojala were selected from 110 applicants to exhibit their work.
For more information and ideas or to submit an event of interest, please contact Mary Laurel True at x1775 or truem@augsburg.edu.
Subject:
Welcome Desk information
Submitter:
Andrea E Kaul, Student
Message:
The Welcome Desk's hours of operation this semester are Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. and Weekend College Fridays and Saturdays from 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m. The main desk number is: 612-330-1500.
The Augsburg College Welcome Desk, located in Christensen Center, is up and running again this semester. The following items will be handled by the Welcome Desk staff:
Floral Deliveries
Deliveries from florists will be received at the desk, and the recipients will be notified immediately. Flowers can be picked up with proper identification.
Lost and Found
The Welcome Desk is now the official location of the lost and found. Lost items can be retrieved with proper identification.
Campus Maps
Current maps of the campus will be available at the desk.
First Aid Supplies
A first aid kit is available in the closet behind the desk.
Vendor/Display Table Policy
1. To schedule a table for display purposes in the Christensen Center, please complete the display table request form found on the Event and Classroom Services web page (www.augsburg.edu/eventservices), or contact Event and Classroom Services at 612-330-1104.
2. Tables must be reserved at least two days in advance through Event and Classroom Services.
3. The day the vendor is scheduled, they will be required to obtain a vendor/display permit from ECS, located in the lower level of the Christensen Center, to exhibit at their table.
Posting Policies
Augsburg College recognizes student groups and organizations, staff, and faculty, may use college space to communicate and advertise ideas and events relating to the college. Out of consideration for the right of free expression, the rights of viewers, civility, tolerance, and respect, the following guidelines are to be followed when posting flyers and notices:
1.All postings must be approved and dated at the Welcome Desk.
2.Posting is allowed on the designated posting strips and bulletin boards that are found in each building. Please do not use duct tape or other permanent adhesives. Damage to walls and services will be charged.
3.Postings are allowed ten days of display time. ALL individuals and organizations are responsible for removal of their materials after this time.
4.No direct of indirect promotion of alcohol or drugs, obscene material, or material that would violate applicable law or Augsburg College policy will be permitted.
5.Posting is not permitted on any glass doors, doorframes, painted and wallpapered walls, floors, or pillars. Notices from the Registrar, Facilities Management, and Campus Security are permitted to post in all areas.
6.No flyers are permitted on cars on campus.
Where postings are permitted in Christensen Center:
-Graduate Programs and Weekend College should be posted on the bulletin board in the bathroom hallway on the Admissions’ wall side.
-Activities and Employment should be posted on the bulletin board in the bathroom hallway on the bathrooms’ wall side.
-Human Resources and Campus Ministry should be posted on the bulletin board opposite of the mail room.
-Activities and Housing Options should be posted on the bulletin board in the hallway with the ATM.
-All other buildings on campus must be on the designated bulletin boards.
Floor Signs
1.Floor signs may be posted in the area in front of the Welcome Desk in Christensen Center, and must be approved by Event Services.
2.Signs may be a maximum of 6’ x 8’.
3.Signs must be a minimum of 10’ from any landing or stairway. Taping signs to stairs, landings, and railings is not permitted.
4.Groups must use Gaffers Tape – special tape that does not leave a residue once removed – for all signs taped to the floor. Clear tape may be used to cover the entire sign as to protect from weather and traffic, but must not come into contact with the floor.
5. Signs may not directly or indirectly promote alcohol or drugs, obscene material, or material that would violate applicable law or Augsburg College policy.
6. Individuals and groups must remove signage immediately after the two-week posting time. Failure to do so will result in loss of privilege in reserving space in the future.
7.The college reserves the right to remove the sign if it becomes dirty, torn, or out-dated.
Chalking
1.Only one student group or organization will be permitted to chalk at any one time.
2.Chalking may not directly or indirectly promote alcohol or drugs, obscene material, or material that would violate applicable law or Augsburg College policy.
3.Arrangements must be made with Buildings and Grounds to remove the information once the event has occurred.
4.Chalking may be removed due to weather or watering of the lawns.
Painting the Skyway
1.Only one student group or organization may be permitted to paint the skyway at any one time. Notification and approval must be done through Ramon Knox, Director of Campus Activities and Orientation. Contact knoxr@augsburg.edu or extension 1111.
2.Only Temper Paints or markers specifically made to write on glass may be used.
3.Arrangements with Buildings and Grounds must be made in advance to clean up. Groups are responsible for their own clean-up. Windows must be cleaned within 24 hours of completing the event.
Use of the Quad for Programs, Events, and Activities
The Quad is defined as the space surrounded by the following four buildings: Christensen Center, Memorial Hall, Science Hall, and Sverdrup Hall.
1.Tables and displays must be arranged as not to block or impede the traffic flow on the walkways, stairs, and access ramps.
2.Music is permitted only with prior approval from Event Services. No amplified sound is permitted in the Quad without approval from Event Services.
3.A rain site must also be reserved in the case of inclement weather. Contact Event Services to make other arrangements due to weather.
Failure to adhere to the above guidelines will result in removal of postings and future denial of posting privileges.
If you have any questions, concerns, or comments, please contact Event Services at ecs@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1104.
Any questions regarding the Welcome Desk,
contact: Andrea Kaul, student supervisor at kaula@augsburg.edu Brenda Hemmingsen at 612-330-1001, Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
Subject:
Keep an eagle eye on Augsburg’s progress
Submitter:
Natalie Wright, Administrative Assistant, Government and Community Relations, Institutional Advancement
Message:
Have you been curious about the huge hole on 22nd and Riverside Avenue? The construction of the Gateway Center fully underway and you can watch the building progress from a bird’s eye view via a web cam on Augsburg’s Campaign Website at: http://www.augsburg.edu/campaign/gateway/construction.html
The Gateway Center will be a multi-use facility which will house classrooms, offices, StepUP and MBA Programs, Alumni Relations, the Gage art gallery and public and retail spaces.
Mark your calendars. A festive block party including the official groundbreaking and blessing ceremony will take place on Friday, Sept. 8 from 12-2 p.m. across from the building site on 22nd Ave. We hope to see you there!
Subject:
Go-To Student Transit Pass on sale now
Submitter:
Thomas S Ruffaner, Day Custodial Supervisor, Custodial ServicesMessage:
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 and only cost $150 per semester. Passes are 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:
Nordkap Male Chorus needs student singers
Submitter:
Frankie B Shackelford, Professor of Modern Languages, Modern Languages
Message:
The Nordkap Male Chorus has openings for the new season. Rehearsals are on Monday evenings at 7 p.m. at Lake Nokomis Lutheran Church, 5300 11th Avenue South. The chorus sings in both English and Norwegian, but knowledge of Norwegian is not a requirement. Membership fees will be waived for male Augsburg students. If you are interested in joining, please contact the music director Carsten Slostad at (651) 291-8639 or e-mail carstonian@hotmail.com for further information. See also www.nordkapmalechorus.org for history and connections with Augsburg College.
Subject:
Outside the Box presents: "All in the Timing"
Submitter:
Robin C Long, Student
Message:
Outside the Box, Augsburg's student run theatre group presents:
"All in the Timing" a comedy by David Ives. Five short, humorous and entertaining pieces combined to make one fun and free night of theatre. Not only is the first week of school a perfect time to check out events on campus, but who doesn't need a good laugh during the stress and excitement of the impending school year.
Seats will fill up fast so don't miss your chance to see this great performance!
Come to the T.V. Studio in the Foss, Lobeck, Miles building, on Friday September 8 or Saturday September 9 at 7 p.m. or Sunday September 10 at 2 p.m.
The show runs a little over an hour and tickets are free!!
Subject:
Re-use table
Submitter:
Thomas S Ruffaner, Day Custodial Supervisor, Custodial Services
Message:
Augsburg has a Re-use Table located in the student offices area on the ground floor of Christensen Center. All faculty, staff and students are welcome to leave unneeded office supplies and small appliances there for others to use. Currently there are letter sized hanging files and wall mounted document holders on the table, but other items like paper, pencils, pens, file folcers, notebooks, staplers, tape dispensers can be found on the table. If you find something on the table you can use feel free to take it. Larger items like furniture need to be put in storage (or hauled away as trash if unusable) by facilities personnel through the normal workorder process - call Ext. 1717 and ask the student worker to generate a work request for grounds crew.
Subject:
Auditions for 'Hedda Gabler' by Henrik Ibsen
Submitter:
Melissa N Warner, Student
Message:
The year 2006 marks the centennial of the death of the great Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen. To celebrate the strong Norwegian roots of Augsburg College and to join in the worldwide commemorations of Ibsen’s great achievements as a dramatist, the Theatre Arts Department will present "Hedda Gabler," Nov. 3 - 5, 9 - 12.
Auditions for Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen
Directed by Martha Johnson
Monday September 11, 2006 6-9:30 p.m.
Tjornhom-Nelson Theatre, Foss Center
Sign up for a five minute time slot on the Theatre doors.
To prepare, read the entire show and rehearse a reserved monologue.
Reserved monologues are available through the Stage Manager, Melissa Warner, at the library, or at the theatre desk (by chapel).
Callbacks will be Wednesday September 13 from 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Questions? Email warnerm@augsburg.edu
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