Subject: Elevator Modernization Projects
Submitter: Peter Chaput, Facilities Manager, Facilities Management

Message: Augsburg College is in the process of modernizing both the Christensen Center and Urness Hall elevators. Both projects are progressing as planned and are currently on schedule. Watch for our new look and improved performance when we bring these elevators back on line in late August. On behalf of the Facilities Management department, we thank you for your continued patience as we complete these important projects.

Subject: Urness / Mortensen Lobby Roof
Submitter: Peter Chaput, Facilities Manager, Facilities Management

Message: Berwald Roofing has been contracted to replace the roof above the Urness / Mortensen Lobby. This roofing work will begin on Wednesday, July 11 and is expected to be complete by Friday July 13. The roofing contractor will be setting up orange fence as a safety perimeter. Please do not cross these safety areas. The north and south entrances to Mortensen Hall will be open for normal access.

Questions or comments may be directed to Peter Chaput, Facilities Manager at chaput@augsburg.edu. Thank you for your patience as we get this important work completed.

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: 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 1 and run through Sunday, September 9. 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 17. 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: Art reception Friday for Stephen Geffre
Submitter: Kerry Morgan, Coordinator of Galleries and Exhibits, Art

Message: "Bridges and Canoes" opens this Friday, July 13. Don't let any superstitions keep you away from the reception from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Christensen Center Art Gallery. All are welcome!