Subject: Preparing for an Active Shooter Incident
Submitter: John Pack, Director, Public Safety

Message: By now, we are all aware of the terrible events that took place at Virginia Tech on Monday. In light of this tragedy, I would like to share a few thoughts regarding Augsburg's response to such a tragedy. While the college has an emergency plan, it focuses on the continued operation of the institution following such an incident. The tactical response required to resolve an active shooter would come from local law enforcement, not the college's department of public safety. I am meeting today with the Minneapolis Police to discuss our coordination during such an event. As a department, we are reviewing our policies for a bomb threat and person with a weapon. Once updated, we will conduct additional training with our officers and dispatchers.

A key strength in preventing such an incident is the small and intimate Augsburg community. Our excellent student to employee ratio, as well as our commitment to knowing one another, makes it easier for us to identify persons in duress and get them the assistance they need. I ask the entire Augsburg community to continue this important work.

At present, Augsburg does not have a means for mass notification of the entire Augsburg community. We are exploring solutions to the problem and will keep you posted on our progress.

Let me leave you with the following thoughts for building a strong and safe community:

- Please report all suspicious behavior to Augsburg's Department of Public Safety (1717) or the Minneapolis Police (911). Remember that calling 911 from a campus phone or cell phone will NOT give the police dispatcher the address of the building you are calling from.

- If you have concerns regarding the emotional well being of a student or employee, please talk to your supervisor, the VP for Student Affairs or the Director of Human Resources. You may also call the Department of Public Safety if you wish.

- If you believe that a student, employee or guest at Augsburg may pose a threat to themselves or others, please immediately notify the Department of Public Safety (1717) or the Minneapolis Police Department (911).

- If you believe there is a person with a weapon in your area and are concerned for your safety, do NOT leave your office or classroom to investigate. Stay in your office or classroom and barricade the door. Lock the door from the inside if possible. Further barricade the door by pushing desks, bookcases and other heavy items against the door.

If you have any questions regarding safety or security issues, please let me know. I am happy to meet with departments, groups or individuals to discuss your ideas and concerns.

Subject: Exit Loan Counseling this Wednesday
Submitter: Elizabeth N Bassani, Financial Aid Counselor, Enrollment Center

Message: For those of you lucky graduating seniors who have taken out a Federal Stafford Loan while attending Augsburg College, it is required that you complete some form of Exit Counseling. The Financial Aid Office will be offering an Exit Counseling Session on Wednesday, April 25th from 6:30 to 7:30pm in Christiansen Center in the Marshall Room. In this session you will learn about repayment terms, budgeting and what does consolidation mean. If you are not able to make it to this event you can also complete your Exit Loan Counseling online at www.mapping-your-future.com. Once on this page you will click on Student Loan Counseling Interview, then Stafford Exit. We will receive notice that you've completed this form and make note of it on your account.
We hope to see you there!
Thank you!

Subject: English Teaching in China
Submitter: Orval Gingerich, Associate Dean for International Programs, International Programs

Message: The United International College (UIC) is interested in new or recent college graduates to help teach English for one year in the college in Zhuhai, China. Round trip transportation, a room in the student dorms and a stipend will be provided. If interested, plese submit a letter of inquiry and a resume to:
Orv Gingerich, Assoc Dean for International Programs
gingerio@augsburg.edu
campus phone 1383

Subject: Lindell Library open until 1:00 am
Submitter: Jane Ann Nelson, Director Lib Svcs, Library

Message: Lindell Library and Student Computing will be open until 1:00 am from Sunday, April 22, through Wednesday, May 3. Come do some serious studying. We’re expecting you!

Hours are always available from the “Hours" link on the Lindell Library web site: www.augsburg.edu/library

Online library resources are also available 24/7 on that web site.

Subject: Q & A: Queer & Augsburg newsletter, Issue 4
Submitter: Will O'Berry, Assistant Director, Campus Activities/GLBTQA Advisor, Campus Activities and Orientation

Message: Would you like a copy of this month's issue of Q & A: Queer & Augsburg, published by LGBTQIA Support Services at Augsburg College? Then click here: http://web.augsburg.edu/~oberry/Q&A_April&May.pdf

Hard copies may also be picked up from the Christensen Center Information Desk or Christensen Center 1D.

Questions? Concerns? E-mail Will O'Berry, Assistant Director of Campus Activities and Orientation/LGBTQIA Support Services, at oberry@augsburg.edu.

Subject: Speaking Skill Workshop TODAY, 4/23
Submitter: Theresa L Martin, Administrative Assistant, Center for Teaching and Learning

Message:

There will be a SPEAKING WORKSHOP on Monday, April 23 from 3:45 to 5:00 in the MARSHALL ROOM.

The first half will briefly review the revised requirements, suggest options for types of
speaking, define what is meant by "teaching" the skill (i.e. instruction,
practice, and assessment), and provide a sample grading rubric. The second half hour will allow time for questions about the requirement and about strategies for revising courses that meet the current Speaking requirement.

A workshop on the actual teaching of the skill will take place in Fall.

Please rsvp to Terry Martin at 1229 or martin@augsburg.edu

Subject: Campus Connections Luncheon 4/27
Submitter: Theresa L Martin, Administrative Assistant, Center for Teaching and Learning

Message: The Campus Connections luncheon is scheduled for Friday, April 27 at noon in East Commons. We will meet at the top of the stairs and find a table in East Commons. After introductions we will go through the cafeteria line at 12:20 so everyone will have time to eat before a 1 p.m. class commitment.

Mostly this is a time to gather as a community and have lunch with a colleague you might not know, or reacquaint yourself with someone you may have met and don't usually have a chance to talk with. The conversation will be entertaining and the food plentiful.

Subject: "Invitation to Design" series final workshop
Submitter: Theresa L Martin, Administrative Assistant, Center for Teaching and Learning

Message: ‘Invitation to Design’ workshop series

The last in a series of workshops intended to enable faculty to use a systematic, purposeful approach to revising, creating, and maintaining learning experiences. 3:30-5 in the Cedar Room

Faculty considering applying for Instructional and Course Design support for Summer 2007 are strongly encouraged to attend.

The designing professor: changing students on purpose April 24 and 25. Bring a learning experience you’ve been working on to dip your pedagogical toes into the waters of design. We’ll work with a process that starts by identifying the change(s) we want in our students and progresses systematically (but not too fast!) to creating experiences that not only change and empower students, but also enable us to develop a habit of reflective empathy in our work.
Cedar Room

RSVP to martin@augsburg.edu or x1229.

Subject: Theatre Recital Night
Submitter: Robin C Long, Student

Message: An amazing opportunity to see a Senior honors project and an independent study perform together in a collaborative theatre event. Pieces directed by James Lekatz and Robyn Long with lighting by Justin Hooper. Performed by many of your friends and classmates.
Don't miss our final chance to show you what we've got!
Tickets are first come first serve and they are FREE
Date: Friday, April 27, 2007
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Location: Tjornhom-Nelson Theatre in Foss Center

Subject: Augsburg Transportation Fair Tomorrow
Submitter: Thomas S Ruffaner, Day Custodial Supervisor, Custodial Services

Message: The Augsburg Transportation Fair will be held tomorrow in the main lobby of the Christensnen Center from 11:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Representatives from HOURCAR, Metro Transit, Metro Commuter Services campus bikers and walkers will be available to answer questions on how to commute to work in a more environmentally sustainable way by using bus, light rail, car pool, van pool, HOURCAR car sharing, biking or walking to work.

We will also be begin promoting the annual "Commuter Challenge" program which is a metro wide program to challege people to try new forms of commuting. Participants can also take part in a drawing for some really great prizes.

Subject: Atomic Physics Seminar Tuesday
Submitter: Benjamin L. Stottrup, Assistant Professor, Physics

Message: The Society of Physics Students will host Dr. Chad Hoyt of Bethel University. Dr. Hoyt is an atomic physicist and will give a seminar entitled: “Lattice-based optical atomic clocks.”

When: Tuesday, April 24 at 1:30.
Where: Science 21

Subject: Last week to respond
Submitter: Erin S Voss, Manager of Help Desk Operations and Student Support, Information Technology

Message: Student Computing is conducting a survey, and we need YOUR help! All students are encouraged to take a few minutes to tell us how we can improve our services. You can also enter for a chance to win a $10 gift card to a local restaurant.

Just go to http://academics.augsburg.edu/surveys/surveyintro.html to fill out the survey. Thank you!

Subject: Survey: Should alcohol be served at Augsburg?
Submitter: Juneal Colburn-Lay, Health Educator, Counseling and Health Promotion

Message: Should alcohol be served at Augsburg events?

The Augsburg Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Committee has been asked by President Pribbenow's Office to explore the issue of alcohol being served at Augsburg events. The Committee wants the opinion of the college community. Please take a moment to complete this survey.

http://academics.augsburg.edu/surveys/aod.survey

Thanks!
Augsburg Alcohol and Other Drug Committee

Subject: Summer Research Position Available in Biophysics
Submitter: Benjamin L. Stottrup, Assistant Professor, Physics

Message: I am looking for a hard working and diligent student interested in doing summer research in biophysics. The project will study the transbilayer diffusion rates of phospholipids in lipid membranes. Compensation rates will be competitive to the URGO program.

If you are interested please contact me immediately (stottrup@augsburg.edu).

To formally apply please answer the following questions by 5:00 pm Wednesday April 25 (email is preferable):
1) Why are you interested in doing summer research?
2) What in your background makes you qualified to do research in Biophysics... ("I have taken O-Chem..." is a great answer…)
3) What is your availability during the summer of 2007? (Are you taking any trips or classes?)
4) What are your plans after college?
5) Please provide the name of an Augsburg Faculty member who could speak on your behalf.

Decisions will be made by the end of this week (April 27).

Subject: TRIO/SSS is Hiring for Summer
Submitter: Olee Amata, Administrative Assistant, Student Support Services

Message: Position Announcement: TRIO/ Student Support Services is hiring four Summer Bridge Peer Mentors/ Peer Advisors.

The primary functions of the Peer Mentor/ Peer Advisor are to provide a quality summer residential and academic experience for participants in the 2007 Summer Bridge. Peer Mentors/ Peer Advisors maintain a healthy and safe living community, coordinate and participate in evening and weekend activities, and facilitate afternoon/ evening study groups. This is a live-in position July 2 - August 10, with additional training dates TBD.

See the job posting at HR website http://www.augsburg.edu/hr/student/ or get a full position description at www.augsburg.edu/triosss or in the TRIO office SCI 114.

Subject: Free Chair Massages TODAY!
Submitter: Dianne Detloff, Administrative Assistant, Counseling and Health Promotion

Message: Res Life and Counseling & Health Promotion invite and encourage students to stop in for a free chair massage today from 2:30 - 4:15 p.m. in the Augsburg Room. Massages will be provided by three therapists from the Great Metropolitan Back Rub on a first come, first serve basis. Any questions, call Dianne at 612-330-1707.

Subject: A Little (Chamber) Night Music
Submitter: Randall Davidson, Fine Arts Manager, Music

Message: Monday, April 23, 2007, 8 pm
Sundin Music Hall
Hamline University, St. Paul (directions)
Tickets: $15 adults, $5 students, free to ACTC* students
For information, call 612-624-2345

Professional musicians from area universities and colleges perform a selection of Bolcom's chamber music for voices and instruments at Hamline University's Sundin Music Hall. The program will include Recuerdos, Let Evening Come, Aubade, Lilith and Serenata Notturna. Performed by faculty from the Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities (ACTC), including Tamás Strasser, Arlene Goter, Christiane Harrasowitz, Kristie Tigges, Patty Connors, Merilee Klemp, and Kathy Thomsen.

Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities:
Augsburg College
Hamline University
Macalester College
College of St. Catherine
University of St. Thomas

Subject: Faculty Meeting Friday, May 4, 9:15-noon
Submitter: Anthony A Bibus III, Professor, Social Work

Message: Dear Faculty Colleagues:

In accordance with Article IX, Section D, of Constitution of the Faculty of Augsburg College, the Faculty Senate plans to bring the following motion to the faculty for approval at the faculty meeting scheduled for Friday, May 4, 2007, 9:15-Noon, in the Marshall Room.

MOTION:
The Augsburg College Faculty approves the Faculty Senate's slate of appointed committee members to evaluate Barbara Farley's candidacy as nominee for Dean of the College.

Our Parliamentarian, Prof. Bob Groven, has provided guidance (see his memorandum to the senate, below) that the faculty's approval or disapproval should be active in the form of a formal vote with a simple majority needed to carry. We asked Prof. Groven in his role as Parliamentarian to research the governance and procedural issues raised, and we are grateful for his clear and informative report clarifying the authority of the senate, faculty, president, and regents as well as the requirements for fulfilling our mutual responsibilities.

The slate of committee members appointed by the Faculty Senate will be named and distributed prior to the faculty meeting.
• This committee will design questions for Dean Farley to address before the entire community in a process of evaluation that will take place in September, 2007.
• This committee will develop a process for presenting feedback to the President regarding community response to the dean’s evaluation.




TO: Faculty Senate, President of the College
FR: Robert Groven, Parlimentarian
RE: Selection Process for the Dean of the College & Vice President of Academic Affairs
DA: 5/18/07

Tony Bibus, Chair of Faculty Senate, requested a finding to determine whether the current process for selection of the Dean of the College is consistent with the governing documents of the College.

The process for selecting the Dean of the College requires that, “the Faculty Senate will appoint, subject to the approval of the Faculty, a committee which will confer with the President and the Board of Regents in the selection of nominees” (Constitution of the Faculty, 8.9 Article IX, section D). The Senate’s role is also included in the By-Laws of the Constitution, “it will be the responsibility of the Faculty Senate:.... to appoint:… members of ad hoc Faculty Committees…specifically including those committees occasioned by the need to fill the office of the President and of the Vice President for Academic Affairs and/or Dean of the College” (9.2.2.a.2.c.2).

No governing document requires a national search, a specific timeline, or specific criteria for the selection of the Dean of the College. No document prohibits non-faculty members from being on the committee. Moreover, no governing document gives the Faculty or the Faculty Senate the right to select the Dean of the College. The actual selection process is given to the President and Board of Regents, although they must “confer” with the Faculty committee.

The present question turns on the clause, “subject to the approval of the Faculty.” Does that clause require active approval of the Faculty or merely a passive role allowing disapproval? In some places in the Faculty Handbook, this phrase only requires passive approval or a right to disapprove. However, after reviewing every use of this clause and all related clauses (subject to approval, approval of, and approval or approve) in the governing documents of the College, it appears that this clause, in this context, requires active approval of the Faculty.

Although the By-Laws do not mention the need for Faculty approval, the Constitutional language supercedes the language of the By-Laws. Moreover, the Constitution contains an identical clause, in the same section, for the selection of the President (8.9 Article IX C). In the context of Presidential searches that clause has been interpreted to require active faculty approval. For example, in the last Presidential search, Faculty members appointed to the search committee were approved to the search committee by formal motion and vote (Faculty minutes, Nov. 17, 2004). Finally, compared to other similar uses, the closest construction requires an active approval and not merely informational announcement or the right to disapprove.

My recommendation would be to present the selection committee for approval at the next full Faculty meeting, and allow the current committee to collect feedback until that time.

Subject: Using Augnet Discussion Forums
Submitter: Anthony A Bibus III, Professor, Social Work

Message: Dear Faculty Colleagues:

In my role as president of Faculty Senate, I urge everyone to visit and use the AugNet discussion forums to continue dialogue and exchanges regarding the process of selecting the Dean of the College. The Faculty Senate has been carefully reading (in addition to listening) to all of the comments that have come our way through other venues (in person, online, etc.), and your insights have been very helpful and informative in our deliberations. The discussion forum is perhaps a more inclusive online forum than usual e-mail exchanges, plus it will keep a better history of the disussion than is possible by e-mail.

Thanks to Stu Anderson and others who have compiled the content of various e-mail exchanges at this central location. And thanks to Leif Anderson for these instructions on how to join in:

1) go to inside.augsburg.edu; 2) login to “AugNet services” 3) a list of AugNet services will appear, under the "Community" section, you'll see “Discussion Forums”

As always, contact your LFC if you need any help to get going.

Subject: Staff Appreciation Day
Submitter: Sarah M Valasek, Student

Message: The Augsburg Stewards are celebrating the staff. Help us celebrate by coming to our table in Christensen on April 25 from 11 to 1.

Subject: Last Week of Chapel - April 23-27
Submitter: Louise Hakola, Campus Ministry Assistant, Campus Ministry

Message: Monday - Jeremy Anderson, Senior Speaker
Tuesday - Andi Slack, Senior Speaker
Wednesday - Forest City Choir
Wed Communion at 9:30PM
Thursday - Pastor Sonja speaking, Pastor Dave leading Hootenanny
Friday - LAST DAY EXTRAVAGANZA!!!

Tuesday, May 1st (Finals Week) - Communion at 9:30PM

M.W.F 10:20-10:40, T.TH 11:20-11:40

Come and Celebrate!

Subject: KAUG Goes Vinyl For DJ's Last Show!
Submitter: Ted A Jedlicki, Student

Message: As this school year comes to a close we must say goodbye to some of the radio shows on KAUG. Tomorrow the Box of Rocks has its final show. Listen online at www.augsburg.edu/kaug or come join Ted for a party in the KAUG studio, downstairs in Christensen, from Noon - 1:00 PM. He will be celebrating by playing choice cuts of vinyl records! Yes, vinyl records from bands like Led Zeppelin, Queen, ZZ Top, and Judas Priest. Free CDs, candy, and high fives will be given out, and of course he'll be taking requests. Bring your own records too if want. Don't miss this rockin' party!

Subject: Sign up for Late Night Breakfast
Submitter: Rick Gubash, Disability Specialist, CLASS Program

Message: Late Night Breakfast is served at 10:00 P.M. on Monday April 30th in Christensen Commons. We will meet at 9:45 p.m. on the first day of finals and the festivities begin at 10:00 sharp.
Please let me know if you are interested in participating.
Gubash@augsburg.edu

Subject: LINK Food and Clothing Drive
Submitter: Tiah M Colacci, Student

Message: LINK, the Augsburg community service organization, is sponsoring a Food and Clothing Drive from April 23rd through May 1st. Members of the Augsburg community are encouraged to leave clothing and non-perishable food items in the red bins located in Christensen Center and the U/M Lobby.

*Clothing items will be donated to "Sharing and Caring Hands". This program services a homeless shelter in Minneapolis called Mary's Place.

*Food items will be donated to the Emergency Foodshelf Network.

Subject: Sad news about a staff member's loss...
Submitter: Sherilyn Young, Development Assistant, Development

Message: Donna McLean, long time employee in Augsburg's Admissions, Alumni Relations and Development departments, and her family have recently lost a loved one, Donna’s father. The obituary which follows was published in the Star Tribune today.

Max William Demler, age 97, of Hopkins, passed away peacefully at home on April 17, 2007. He is survived by his loving wife of 72 years, Marie; 3 daughters, Damaris Frank, Deanna Hanson and Donna McLean, and their families. Max grew up in Pennsylvania and graduated from Bucknell University in 1933. In 1952 he moved his family to Minnesota to become a Sales Manager for Harbison-Walker Refractories Co. He was a Mason in the Dallas Lodge No. 508, Pittsburgh and the Minnesota Shriners 101 Unit. He was an active member of Faith Presbyterian Church and the Edina Wood Shop and he enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Memorial Service 11 AM Monday, 4/23 at Faith Presbyterian Church, 12007 Excelsior Blvd, Minnetonka. 952- 935- 4481. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Faith Presbyterian Church or Methodist Hospital Hospice.

http://www.faithpres.org/
There is a map at http://www.faithpres.org/Faith_Worship/Faith_General/map.htm

Please join us in keeping Donna and her family in your thoughts and prayers.

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):

Saturday, April 21:
Baseball -- Concordia-Moorhead 9-3, Augsburg 1-2
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/baseball/

Softball -- St. Benedict 2-3, Augsburg 0-2 (2nd game 8 inn.)
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/softball/

M/W Track and Field -- Augsburg at St. Olaf, Carleton meets
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/track/


Sunday, April 22:
Softball -- St. Mary's 15, Augsburg 5; 2nd game postponed due to rain to Tuesday 4/24 at 7 p.m. at Edor Nelson Field.
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/softball/

Women's Golf -- Augsburg at Minnesota Women's Collegiate Golf Association State Championships
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/wgolf/


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

Tuesday, April 24:
Baseball vs. St. John's, Parade Stadium, 2:30 p.m.
Softball vs. St. Mary's (game 2 rescheduled), Edor Nelson Field, 7 p.m.

Wednesday, April 25:
Softball at Hamline, 4 p.m.
Men's Track and Field at Macalester Twilight Invitational.

Saturday, April 28:
Softball vs. St. Olaf, Edor Nelson Field, 1 p.m. -- LISTEN LIVE: http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/liveaudio/
Baseball at Macalester, 2:30 p.m.
Women's Track and Field at Macalester Invitational.

Subject: English Teachers Needed in China
Submitter: Orval Gingerich, Associate Dean for International Programs, International Programs

Message: The United International College (UIC) is interested in new or recent college graduates to help teach English for one year in the college in Zhuhai, China. Round trip transportation, a room in the student dorms and a stipend will be provided. If interested, plese submit a letter of inquiry and a resume to:
Orv Gingerich, Assoc Dean for International Programs
gingerio@augsburg.edu
campus phone 1383

Subject: Extra May Graduation Tickets?
Submitter: Kelly A Sve, Student

Message: I would greatly appreciate any donation of extra May 5th graduation tickets that anyone has.

I have an uncommonly large immediate family and it would mean a lot if my family could be there, because I am the first person in my family to graduate from college.

Please contact me at svek@augsburg.edu

Thanks!

Subject: iPod Nano for Sale
Submitter: Rachel M Olson, Student

Message: Would you like an iPod nano for a much cheaper price? I am selling my 2nd generation, black, 2 GB iPod! Purchase will include ear buds, USB cord, and an "agent18" clear hard case to protect from scratches (which was about $25)! The iPod is in great shape and has hardly been used at all.

I am asking $99 (or best offer) for it (including the earphones, cord, and case). If you go to buy a 2GB Nano now, it will be $149 and it won't include the case.

Please email me or call with any questions.
thanks, Rachel Olson
olsonr4@augsburg.edu
x6583

Subject: House for Sale Next to Campus
Submitter: Orval Gingerich, Associate Dean for International Programs, International Programs

Message: Beautiful row house for sale next to Augsburg College. Two bedrooms, bath and a half, indoor/underground parking, excellent condition. Available NOW. Drive by and have a look at 2006 6th Street, just a block from the new Oren Gateway building. The home is part of an owner occupied condominium association.

Subject: Twins Tickets -- Tonights Game
Submitter: Sarah Louden, Recruiter/HR Associate, Human Resources

Message: Game starts at 7:10 p.m. -- these are great seats! Lower Club -- Section 129 (between 3rd base and the dugout) Row 30 Seats 20 & 21. $44.00 each. Contact Sarah at x1602 if interested.