Subject: 2007 Auggie Days Event Registration
Submitter: Will O'Berry, Asst. Dir., Campus Activities & Orientation/Coord LGBTQIA Srv, Campus Activities and Orientation

Message: In an effort to collaborate with each of Augsburg's departments and offices, Campus Activities & Orientation would like to know what events you have planned that take place during Auggie Days. We will be using this information as we continue to plan for Auggie Days, our intention being to create a brochure that will present a comprehensive schedule of events.

Auggie Days will begin Saturday, September 1st and run through Sunday, September 9th. Previously a shorter schedule, Auggie Days has been extended to allow for more transitional programs and ultimately a better experience for our students.

Please submit the Auggie Days Event Registration Form to our department no later than noon on Tuesday, July 17th. The form can be found here:
http://web.augsburg.edu/~oberry/Auggie_Days_Event_Registration_Form.pdf

Please do not hesitate to contact Will O'Berry with any questions or concerns.

Subject: 2007 SOAR Showcase Registration
Submitter: Will O'Berry, Asst. Dir., Campus Activities & Orientation/Coord LGBTQIA Srv, Campus Activities and Orientation

Message: The Department of Campus Activities & Orientation would like to invite you to reserve a table at the 2007 SOAR Showcase!

The Showcase is an opportunity for first-year students, parents, & family members to meet & greet individuals from a variety of offices & departments during Summer Orientation, learn about their services, and get their questions answered.

The Showcase occurs on July 19, 20, and 21 from 12 - 1:15 p.m. in Murphy Park. During the Showcase, lunch will be provided for all students, parents, family members, and Showcase participants.

To register, click here: http://web.augsburg.edu/~oberry/2007_SOAR_Showcase_Reservation_Form.pdf ,print the form, and return it to Campus Activities and Orientation at Campus Box 75 or on the ground floor of the Christensen Center no later than 5 p.m. on Friday, July 13.

If there are any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact Orientation at x1100 or orientat@augsburg.edu

Subject: WELCOME SUMMER BRIDGE CLASS OF 2007!!!
Submitter: Olee Amata, Administrative Assistant, Student Support Services

Message: Please welcome the Summer Bridge class of 2007! Twenty-seven students will begin their journey at Augsburg College with the TRIO / Student Support Services Summer Bridge Program. This five week academic program is offered to Augsburg first year students who qualify for the TRIO/SSS program. Summer Bridge runs Sunday, July 8 through Thursday, August 9, 2006. Summer Bridge students will take two college credit courses, Religion 100: Christian Vocation and the Search for Meaning taught by Mark Tranvik and COM 111: Introduction to Public Speaking course taught by Bob Groven. In addition to the college courses, Summer Bridge students attend Supplemental Instruction courses, workshops about Augsburg College and college life, as well as social and cultural activities.TRIO/SSS is funded by the U.S. Department of Education, and covers the cost of Summer Bridge. The Augsburg College Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs provides additional funding for tuition, text books, room and board, and some activities.

Any questions about the program can be directed to the TRIO / SSS office
330-1311, triosss@augsburg.edu, or visit the webpage at www.augsburg.edu/triosss

Subject: Five Auggies currently traveling in Namibia
Submitter: Gretchen K Irvine, Assistant Professor, Education

Message: If you would like to know more about their travels, please log onto:
web.augsburg.edu/~irvine/namibia/namibia2007
Choose: 2007 Blog and Photos

Subject: Guest Speaker Elaine Penn on Campus
Submitter: Sarah Bjorklund, Adminstrative Assistant, Athletics

Message: Elaine Penn, outstanding speaker, workshop facilitator and singer - song writer will spend a full day on campus on Monday, September 17, 2007. Her presentations will focus on diversity, leadership and building an inclusive campus community. Her highly interactive style and use of music enables her to reach people in profound ways. Those who experience Elaine's programs leave feeling motivated, informed and inspired. Please mark your calendar for September 17th and the following times:

10:20 a.m. - 10:55 a.m.  Mini Convocation (No change in class schedule)
Noon - 1:30 p.m.            Luncheon - open to all
3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.     Faculty/Staff Presentation
7:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.     Keynote Address to Student - Athletes