Subject: New Book Group for Staff: World Visions
Submitter: Lynn Ellingson, Graduate Recruiter, Weekend College Admissions

Message: We are excited to launch a new book group for staff, “World Visions,” which will illuminate diverse perspectives from around the globe.

Our primary goals include learning about other cultures and worldviews, as well as building community on campus. And yes – we plan to have fun! We will launch a Moodle site to post additional resources and encourage additional discussions. We have received funding from workculture@augsburg to pay for most of our books. After our discussions, we plan to donate our used books to local community centers or CGE sites abroad.

Details: Throughout the academic year, we will discuss four books (fiction and non-fiction) and view one film. We are inviting guest speakers with expertise on the topic or region, including Augsburg professors and friends from the community. We will meet once a month, over the lunch hour, to accommodate busy schedules. (Wednesdays, Noon – 1:15) Each book will be discussed during two meetings. You will register for one book at a time, and may join us for one, two, or all five selections. The selections and schedule for the first 3 of the series are below.

If you’d like to participate in the discussions for book one, please RSVP to Emily Cronk ( cronk@augsburg.edu ) before September 14th. The first ten to rsvp will receive a free book; at the end of our discussion, we will donate our books to other communities.

Please feel free to contact us with your ideas or questions. Happy reading!

Respectfully,

World Visions charter members: Emily Cronk, Lynn Ellingson, Kathy Fagen, Amy Greeley, Holley Locher, and Lisa Roe.

Selections and Schedule:

Book 1: The Book of Lamentations, by Rosaro Castellanos.
Dates: Wednesday, September 26 and October 17 (Noon – 1:15)
Description: Our first book is in honor of CGE’s 25th anniversary! “A masterpiece of contemporary Latin American fiction, this novel transposes episodes from actual Maya uprisings in Chiapas in 1712 and 1868 to the 1930s. This book, by Mexico’s most important woman novelist of the twentieth century, combines historical events with modern times.” (Resource Center of the Americas synopsis)

Book 2: Infidel, by Ayaan Hirsi Ali
Dates: November 14 and December 5 (Noon – 1:15)
Description: A fascinating and controversial memoir by a Somali woman. "Ultimately a celebration of triumph over adversity, Hirsi Ali's story tells how a bright little girl evolved out of dutiful obedience to become an outspoken, pioneering freedom fighter. As Western governments struggle to balance democratic ideals with religious pressures, no story could be timelier or more significant.” (publisher description)

Film: Yi Yi, Edward Yang
Date: January (TBD)
Description: Taiwanese director Edward Yang’s 2000 film Yi Yi (A One and a Two) won the Best Director award at Cannes and Best Film from the National Society of Film Critics. Yang's best-known film is an absorbing three-hour portrait of a middle-class Taipei family over the course of one year, as fathers, mothers, and children follow their hearts down long and complicated paths. A sumptuously shot masterpiece of everyday drama, Yi Yi treats with great seriousness nearly every aspect of contemporary city life. (New York Magazine)

Subject: Classroom Services Announcement
Submitter: Scott Krajewski, Director of Information Technology Services, Information Technology

Message: With the start of classes upon us, I’d like to draw your attention to the services offered by our Classroom Services office. Classroom Services is a part of the Information Technology Department, and is led by Matt Linngren, Teaching & Learning Spaces Liaison. Classroom Services both schedules and supports our campus teaching and learning spaces.

To inquire about your assigned teaching space, to request additional classroom technology, or for troubleshooting assistance, please contact Classroom Services at 612-330-1219 or via e-mail to classrooms@augsburg.edu. Please visit http://www.augsburg.edu/classrooms for a complete listing of operational hours and services.

[Please note that to request a meeting room for an event or conference, you should contact Event & Conference Services at 612-330-1104 or e-mail events@augsburg.edu]

Subject: Registration & Readmission Deadlines
Submitter: Wayne Kallestad, Registrar, Registrar's Office

Message: WEC/ROCH/United students, please note the coming registration and readmission deadlines:

Readmitting to the college:
The last day to readmit to WEC programs (Fall Trimester) is the last business day before the term begins: Thursday, Sep 6, 2007.

Initial registration for courses:
The last day for initial registration for WEC program courses (Fall Trimester) for all students is the last business day before the term begins: Thursday, Sep 6, 2007.

Subject: Stephen Geffre to give artist talk this Friday!
Submitter: Kerry Morgan, Coordinator of Galleries and Exhibits, Art

Message: Don't miss the opportunity to hear campus staff photographer Stephen Geffre talk about his exhibition "Bridges and Canoes" this Friday, Sept. 7 at 1:30 p.m. in the Christensen Center Art Gallery.

All are welcome; refreshments will be served.

Subject: TRINITY LUTHERAN CONGREGATION: Sept 9 Rally Sunday
Submitter: Garry W Hesser, Professor, Sociology

Message: TRINITY LUTHERAN CONGREGATION WELCOMES NEW AND RETURNING STUDENTS, FACULTY AND STAFF THIS SUNDAY, Sept 9

10:15 – Dedication of new “Abraham and His Children” Mural @ 2001 Riverside Avenue
10:30 – Procession from Mural [on Trinity/St. Martin’s Table Facility] to Augsburg/Foss Center
11:00 – Worship under the Tent [lawn outside Foss/across from library]
12:00 – Picnic Lunch [free for all]
12:30 – Mekane Yesus [Amharic Worship]

For more information call Trinity’s Office [612-333-2561] or www.trinity-lc.org

Subject: ASAC Presents Ha Ha Tonka TONIGHT!!!
Submitter: Mitchell C Billings, Student

Message: Ha Ha Tonka is a four piece indie rock band from right here in the Mid West. They will be performing tonight in Hovertsen Chapel at 8pm. There is no charge for this. Ha Ha Tonka's latest album, Buckle in the Bible Belt, can be heard at http://www.myspace.com/hahatonka.

Subject: Bookstore Information for the week ending 9-8-07
Submitter: Laura Soler, Bookstore Manager, Bookstore

Message: Hours for the bookstore Tuesday, September 4, 8:30 a.m. -8 p.m. Wednesday - Friday, September 5-7 8:30 a.m. -6:30 p.m. . Saturday, September 8, 8 a.m. -3 p.m.. Last day to return Fall textbooks is Tuesday, September 11. All returns must have a receipt. You may log on our website at http://augsburg1.bkstore.com for store hours, general info, to order your books on-line.

Subject: Fall Study Abroad Fair
Submitter: Amy Greeley, Program Director, Augsburg Abroad, International Programs

Message: Come to gather information about study abroad at Augsburg College! There are over 200 programs in over 60 different countries available to students.

Wednesday, September 12, 2007
10:45 a.m.– 1:30 p.m.
Christensen Center Lobby

Students can earn academic credit, use financial aid, and choose from a range of programs worldwide that are 10 days to a full year.

Subject: Seleced items on sale at the bookstore.
Submitter: Laura Soler, Bookstore Manager, Bookstore

Message: All Jansport & Red Shirt fleece clothing is 25% off September 3rd- September 8. Also, license plate holders are on sale for $2.99.

Subject: Opening of the Year Report
Submitter: Paul C Pribbenow, President, Office of the President

Message: Greetings from Augsburg!

I am pleased to send you the 2007-2008 Opening of the Year Report. There is considerable good news to report and it is great to share it with you. You can access the Report by clicking on the following link:
http://www.augsburg.edu/president/updates/2007/090407.pdf

Take care,

President Paul C. Pribbenow

Subject: September Wednesday Gathering---September 5, 2007
Submitter: Jodi Collen, Director, Event & Conference Services, Event & Conference Services

Message: The first Wednesday of the month gatherings support our commitment to building community and practicing common work. They are an opportunity to get to know one another, exchange ideas, and collaborate in new ways.

The September lunch will be served in the lobby of the Oren Gateway Center from 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Following lunch, you'll be able to pick up a layout of the building and take a walking tour of the building and visit all of the new office suites that are residing in the Oren Gateway Center. Be sure to visit the Institutional Advancement office on the 3rd Floor and enjoy an array of desserts to finish your lunch!

We hope you will invite your colleagues and plan to join us!

Subject: Apply for a bookstore account online!
Submitter: Wendi R Wheeler, Associate Director, Enrollment Services, Enrollment Center

Message: Do you need to charge your textbooks to financial aid? Apply online at http://www.augsburg.edu/enroll/account/bkaccount.html. The amount you select will be charged to your student account for the Fall term. Accounts can be opened now through September 14. Allow one business day for the account to be activated.

Subject: Auggie Athletics Update
Submitter: Donald W Stoner, Sports Information Director, Public Relations and Communication

Message: Auggie Athletics Update (click on link for story/stats):

Friday, August 31:
Women's Soccer -- Augsburg 6, Northwestern-Roseville 0
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/wsoccer/0708statistics/083107northwestern.html

Men's Soccer -- Colorado College 3, Augsburg 0
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/msoccer/0708statistics/083107colorado.html

Volleyball -- Augsburg at Northwestern-Roseville Tournament: Carleton 3, Augsburg 0 (30-19, 30-21, 35-33); St. Mary (Neb.) 3, Augsburg 1 (32-30, 30-22, 28-30, 30-23)
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/volleyball/0708statistics/090107northwestern.html

Saturday, September 1:
M/W Cross Country -- Augsburg vs. Bethel in dual meet
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/xcountry/0708statistics/090107bethel.html

Men's Soccer -- Augsburg 2, Texas-Dallas 0
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/msoccer/0708statistics/090107dallas.html

Women's Soccer -- Wisconsin-Eau Claire 3, Augsburg 0
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/wsoccer/0708statistics/090107uwec.html

Volleyball -- Augsburg at Northwestern-Roseville Tournament: St. Olaf 3, Augsburg 1 (30-23, 30-20, 25-30, 30-26); Augsburg 3, North Central (Minn.) 0 (30-12, 30-21, 30-17)
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/volleyball/0708statistics/090107northwestern.html


Saturday-Sunday, September 2-3:
Women's Golf -- Augsburg at Wisconsin-Eau Claire Blugold Invitational
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/wgolf/


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

Tuesday, September 4:
Men's Soccer -- Augsburg vs. Simpson (Iowa), Edor Nelson Field, 7 p.m.

Wednesday, September 5:
Volleyball -- Augsburg at Bethany Lutheran, 7 p.m.

Friday, September 7:
Volleyball -- Augsburg hosting Augsburg Invitational, Si Melby Hall -- Augsburg vs. Northwestern-Roseville, 2 p.m.; Augsburg vs. Wisconsin-Eau Claire, 6 p.m.
Women's Soccer -- Augsburg at Pacific Lutheran (Wash.), 1:30 p.m.
Men's Soccer -- Augsburg vs. Northwestern-Roseville, Edor Nelson Field, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, September 8:
Volleyball -- Augsburg hosting Augsburg Invitational, Si Melby Hall -- Augsburg vs. Lawrence (Wis.), 9 a.m.; placing matches, 1/3 p.m.
Football -- Augsburg vs. Northwestern-Roseville, Edor Nelson Field, 7 p.m.
Men's Golf -- Augsburg vs. St. Olaf dual meet, The Summit GC, Cannon Falls, Minn.
Women's Golf -- Augsburg at Concordia-Moorhead Invitational, Wildflower GC, Detroit Lakes, Minn.

Sunday, September 9:
Women's Soccer -- Augsburg at Puget Sound (Wash.), 10 a.m.
Men's Soccer -- Augsburg at Carroll (Wis.), 1 p.m.
Men's Golf -- Augsburg hosting Augsburg Fall Invitational, Crow River GC, Hutchinson, Minn.
Women's Golf -- Augsburg at Concordia-Moorhead Invitational, Wildflower GC, Detroit Lakes, Minn.

Monday, September 10:
Men's Golf -- Augsburg hosting Augsburg Fall Invitational, Chaska Town Course, Chaska, Minn.