Subject: General education skills consultations spring 2007
Submitter: Theresa L Martin, Administrative Assistant, Center for Teaching and Learning

Message: If you are teaching a class that contains a graduation skill component (speaking, writing, critical thinking, or quantitative reasoning) you are required to attend a “consultation” on the particular skill. Please contact Terry Martin, x1229 or martin@augsburg and training will be arranged for you.

Subject: Nobel Peace Prize Forum registration now online
Submitter: Orval Gingerich, Associate Dean for International Programs, International Programs

Message: Schedule and registration for the 19th Annual Nobel Peace Prize Forum at Augustana College, March 9 and 10, is now available on line at www.augie.edu/peaceprizeforum/

Augsburg College is a co-sponsor of the Forum. A bus will provide transportation to and from the forum for all registrants from Augsburg College. The Forum honors the work of Mohamed ElBaradei and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), recipients of the 2005 Norwegian Nobel Peace Prize. “Imagine what would happen if the nations of the world spent as much on development as on building the machines of war. Imagine a world where every human being would live in freedom and dignity. Imagine a world in which we would shed the same tears when a child dies in Darfur or Vancouver. Imagine a world where we would settle our differences through diplomacy and dialogue and not through bombs or bullets. Imagine the legacy we could leave to our children...
... Imagine that such a world is within our grasp.”

Subject: CTL Night at the Theater
Submitter: Annette M. Gerten, Instructor, Social Work

Message: Faculty and Staff are invited to the Feb. 3rd performance of "Twelfth Night" by William Shakespeare and directed by Barbara Berlovitz. The performance begins at 7 p.m. and will be followed by a reception and discussion with the performers. Please call Terry Marin (x1229) to reserve a ticket. The first 35 tickets will be free to faculty and staff.

Subject: CTL professional travel funds: Important Notice
Submitter: Theresa L Martin, Administrative Assistant, Center for Teaching and Learning

Message: The Center for Teaching and Learning has committed the yearly amount of regular professional travel funds for conferences and is no longer accepting applications. The good news is we have supported many faculty this past summer and fall and have approved proposals already submitted for upcoming conferences this spring. In fact, we were able to award more than our budget line for faculty conferences. There are still
summer research, international travel and some Bush Funds available. Please also note that Dean Farley and the Committee are working on a plan to co-ordinate Dean's office and CTL travel funds into one easier to access location beginning next academic year. Please watch for notification of changes later this spring.

The Committee on Faculty Development

Subject: 2007-2008 classroom preferences form
Submitter: Marie J Odenbrett, Scheduling Coordinator, Event and Classroom Services

Message: Classroom scheduling for the 07-08 school year is right around the corner, and this year we will be implementing the automated scheduling features in our scheduling program Ad Astra. To make sure that the program works efficiently we need to collect updated classroom preferences from all departments for courses that have specific needs such as data projectors or computers for students. There are also some classes that need to meet in specific rooms because it is the only room on campus that has the equipment that a course might need. Please return the complete Classroom Preference Form to Events Services CB #64.

A pdf version of the "Classroom Preferences Form" can now be accessed from the lower right corner of the Registrar's webpage under Faculty Information. www.augsburg.edu/enroll/registrar/index.html

All other classroom change request should now be sent to roomrequest@augsburg.edu.

Subject: Q & A: Queer & Augsburg
Submitter: Will O'Berry, Assistant Director, Campus Activities/GLBTQA Advisor, Campus Activities and Orientation

Message: Would you like to receive an electronic copy of LGBTQIA Support Services' monthly newsletter, Q & A: Queer & Augsburg?

Then sign up for the Q & A listserv! Send Will O'Berry, Assistant Director of Campus Activities and Coordinator of LGBTQIA Support Services, an e-mail at oberry@augsburg.edu requesting this service.

Subject: Leadership development sessions for student orgs
Submitter: Will O'Berry, Assistant Director, Campus Activities/GLBTQA Advisor, Campus Activities and Orientation

Message: The Department of Campus Activities and Orientation will be hosting leadership development sessions for student organizations on Friday, Janu. 26th from 1 to 4:30 PM in the Minneapolis, Cedar, and Augsburg Rooms on the upper level of the Christensen Center.

All students involved with a student organization are encouraged to attend. For more information, please e-mail Will O'Berry at oberry@augsburg.edu.

Subject: Need a graduation skill in speaking?
Submitter: Sheila Anderson, Associate Director of Academic Advising, Academic Advising

Message: Students in need of a course that meets the graduation skill in speaking are encouraged to consider NAS 352 - Modern Nordic Drama (M/W/F 11-12). This course includes readings from Ibsen, Strindberg, and selected 20th century dramatists. Lectures provide a context for understanding the development of Nordic drama. This course is taught in English and is open to all juniors and seniors. Sophomores should contact Prof. Frankie Shackelfor for permission to register for this course.

Subject: Assessment Workshop, January 25
Submitter: Theresa L Martin, Administrative Assistant, Center for Teaching and Learning

Message:
3:30 – 5:30 p.m. in Lindell 202

Ongoing Feedback About Student Learning
Facilitated by Diane Pike and Velma Lashbrook

How do you know what students are learning and what difficulties they are having, before major exams or projects? This workshop offers a variety of ongoing feedback activities that help you and your students assess progress. These interactive activities help deepen learning and give you feedback on what students know.

R.S.V.P. to martin@augsburg.edu or x1229. Refreshments will be served.

Subject: Still time available for blood donations
Submitter: Dianne Detloff, Administrative Assistant, Counseling and Health Promotion

Message: There are still a few time slots available for the Memorial Blood Center Bloodmobile which will be here on Monday, Jan. 22 (in front of the Music Hall). Please consider donating some blood now as this is a critical need time for donations. Call Dianne in the CCHP office at 612-330-1707 for available times. If you have already signed up, thanks so much. Please remember to eat before you donate, drink a lot of fluids and bring a valid photo ID. Res Life and Counseling & Health Promotion appreciate everyone supporting this blood drive.

Subject: Campus Kitchen intern needed
Submitter: Rachel Vallens, Campus Kitchen Coordinator, Center for Service Work and Learning

Message: The Campus Kitchen at Augsburg is looking for an intern for this semester. This is a paid internship managing the operations and food resourcing aspects of the Campus Kitchen. The intern will oversee food safety, manage food donations, plan meals, and train and recruit volunteers. The intern will also complete a special project of their choosing. The Campus Kitchen internship requires about 15 hours a week, mostly daytime hours. This would be a great internship for anyone interested in non-profit management, education, hunger relief, social justice or sustainability. Previous experience with the Campus Kitchen is helpful, but not required.

For more information, contact the Campus Kitchen Coordinator, Rachel, at vallens@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1624.

Subject: Join Augsburg Run/Walk/Bike Club
Submitter: Cherie A Christ, Director of Electronic Communication, Public Relations and Communication

Message: The newly formed Augsburg College Wellness Program is giving faculty and staff a healthy shot in the arm by promoting five initiatives to help increase physical and spiritual wellness among its workforce.

One of these initiatives is Augsburg's own run/walk/bike club.

Whether you’re a pedestrian or a pedaler, this is your opportunity to connect with others while getting in some great physical activity. This group will have several regularly scheduled times to walk, run, or bike throughout the week to give everyone the opportunity to participate.

Whether you’ve been running with the pack for years or are just starting out on your journey, you are welcome.

Join us for our first meeting Monday, Jan. 29 at 12:15 p.m. in the dome.

Subject: Artists + Art + Food = Fun Friday Night
Submitter: Kerry Morgan, Coordinator of Galleries and Exhibits, Art

Message: Drop by the Gage and Christensen Center Art Galleries this Friday, Jan. 19 between 5:30-7:30 p.m. Let Arlene Burke-Morgan know what you think of her vivid paintings and prints and tell Aviel Goodman how his dark and disturbing photographs really make you feel.

Thanks for welcoming these professional artists to our campus.

Subject: Faculty-led, short-term summer program deadline
Submitter: Amy Greeley, Program Director, Augsburg Abroad, International Programs

Message: Complete applications are due in the Augsburg Abroad office in Murphy Place on January, 30, 2007.

Applications available on-line: www.augsburg.edu/augsburgabroad/

Subject: Nominate outstanding students
Submitter: Andrew N Sayre, Student

Message: ASAC will officially launch its 2007-8 presidential search starting Monday, Jan. 19 — but we need your help! Faculty and staff, please nominate students who have shown great leadership, and communicative abilities.

To nominate someone or to get more information visit our website:
www.augsburg.edu/ASAC/recruit/prezrec.htm

If you have any questions about this, please contact Andy Sayre, sayre@augsburg.edu, or at 612-203-3308.

Subject: Writing Lab Opens Monday, Jan. 22
Submitter: Kathryn Swanson, Professor, English

Message: Spring semester in the Writing Lab begins on Monday, Jan. 22. Hours are as follows:

Mondays - 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Tuesdays - 3:00 - 5:30 PM and 7:30 - 10:00 p.m.
Wednesdays - 3:00 - 5:30 PM and 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Thursdays - 3:00 - 5:30 p.m.
Sundays - 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.

The Writing Lab is located on the main level of Lindell Library, left of the circulation desk. All students are welcome; just walk in with your paper/ideas. If you have questions, please call Professor Swanson at 612-330-1010.

Subject: Participate in senior honor's project and earn $10
Submitter: Robert W Tix, Student

Message: Senior psychology and law student Robert T. is searching for students to participate in a study for his honor's research project. The study consists of two sessions at least two weeks apart. The participant will watch a short video and answer questions. Both sessions will take less than 10 minutes each to complete. The participant will schedule the second session after the first session is complete. The participant will receive $10 for their assistance with the study, during the second session. To sign up for a time, go to the psychology research bulletin board on the third floor of Memorial Hall. Further question can be answered by Robert at tixr@augsburg.edu or by contacting faculty supervisor, Dr. Nancy Steblay at steblay@augsburg.edu

Subject: Psychology Professor Lisa Jack on WCCO-TV
Submitter: Judith A Petree, Media Relations Manager, Public Relations and Communication

Message: Psychology professor Lisa Jack was interviewed last night on WCCO-TV as part of the "Good Question" segment with Ben Tracy. The subject of last night's question was "Why Don't Some Captives Run Away." You can see the video of Jack's interview by going to the WCCO web site at: wcco.com/goodquestion/

Subject: Where am I going in my life?
Submitter: Sandra E Tilton, Employer Relations Coordinator, Center for Service Work and Learning

Message: Have you asked the question WHERE AM I GOING IN MY LIFE? Then join Quest 24 to help answer this question for yourself. The Center for Service, Work & Learning and Campus Ministry would like to invite students to register for Quest 24, which will be held February 10-11, 2007 The week-end overnight will take place at the beautiful Mt. Olivet Retreat in Farmington. $10 holds your place, the rest is free....

To register, contact murray@augsburg.edu or borjess1@augsburg.edu

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

Message: Auggie Athletics Update -- Weekend Schedule:
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/

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

Friday, January 19:
Women's Swimming at St. Thomas Triangular (Augsburg/Hamline/St. Thomas), 6 p.m.
Women’s Hockey vs. St. Thomas, Augsburg Ice Arena, 7:05 p.m. -- LISTEN LIVE ONLINE: http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/liveaudio/
Men’s Hockey at St. Thomas, 7:05 p.m.

Saturday, January 20:
Wrestling (Varsity) at Northwestern (Iowa) Red Raider Invitational, 9 a.m.
Wrestling (WT) at Minnesota West CC Open, 9 a.m.
Women's Swimming at St. Catherine Invitational, 11 a.m.
Men’s Basketball at Carleton, 1 p.m.
Women’s Hockey at St. Thomas, 2 p.m.
Women’s Basketball at Carleton, 3 p.m.
Men’s Hockey vs. St. Thomas, Augsburg Ice Arena, 7 p.m. -- LISTEN LIVE ONLINE: http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/liveaudio/

Monday, January 22:
Men’s Basketball vs. Gustavus, Si Melby Hall, 5:45 p.m. -- LISTEN LIVE ONLINE: http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/liveaudio/
Women’s Basketball vs. Gustavus, Si Melby Hall, 7:45 p.m. -- LISTEN LIVE ONLINE: http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/liveaudio/