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Scholastic Connections Mentor Profile

Krisanus Medlock received his BA in communication studies from Augsburg in 1991 and his MBA from St. Mary's University in 2000. Krisanus has represented Pitney Bowes, Keelor Steel, and Merck as a sales representative. Since 2000 he has served as national account manager for Dey L.P. with responsibilities for contract negotiations with all managed care organizations within 11 states. He is married to Chilonda Medlock, a 1998 Augsburg College graduate. They live in St. Michael with their children, Brittany and Kristopher.

Krisanus mentors Sama Sandy. This is their second year together.

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Senior Class Gift Meeting TONIGHT

Seniors! Come eat some delicious FREE FOOD and hear more about the Senior Class Gift Committee! 6 p.m. tonight, Gateway Center, 3rd floor in the Institutional Advancement office. Call Martha at x1652 with questions.

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Students, Looking for a Job?

We have the answer. The Department of Campus Activities and Orientation is looking to hire two more student workers. We are looking for a Program Assistant and a Design Assistant. Please follow the below links and open BOTH the job descriptions and the application. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to give me a call. Good luck!

Cassandra Sanders
Administrative Assistant
Department of Campus Activities and Orientation
612 - 330 - 1418
sandersc@augsburg.edu


http://web.augsburg.edu/~oberry/Student_Assistant_Position_Description.pdf

http://web.augsburg.edu/~oberry/Student_Assistant_Application.pdf

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Tailgating Party in Muprhy Park TONIGHT

Augsoberfest activities continue tonight with a tailgate party in the park from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Bring your team of 4 to compete in the seatbelt challenge -- fastest team wins prizes!! Popcorn and keg root beer will be on hand to celebrate and support the Auggie soccer teams!

Please join us tonight. Questions, call the CCHP office at 612-330-1707

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KAUG: Live in Christensen Center

KAUG, Augsburg's Number-One Radio Station, will be broadcasting live from Christensen Center tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Stop by for some great KAUG swag and register to win some tickets to great concerts, including As I Lay Dying, Shooter Jennings, Blues Traveler, and White Light Riot.

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The Campus Kitchen Needs You TONIGHT!

Every month, the Campus Kitchen provides over 1,400 meals to our neighbors in South Minneapolis. Nearly all the work is done by volunteers and service learners, in 3 cooking shifts and 4 delivery shifts per week.

We just had a large group cancel for today's (Wednesday) cooking shift from 7 to 9 p.m. and we are looking for a few kind souls to fill their shoes (not sandals because of kitchen safety rules). If you can step up, please let me know. Also, please let me know if any of the below shifts work for you, and we can be less sudden about signing you up.

Thank you in advance.

Cooking, Mondays, 7-9 p.m.
Delivery, Tuesdays, 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Cooking, Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m.
Delivery, Thursdays, 11-1 p.m.
Delivery, Thursdays, 3-5:30 p.m.
Cook/Deliver, 1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays, 5:30-9:30 p.m.

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Poster Contest - Update

Students, Staff and Faculty:

The deadline date for poster submissions has been extended to Wednesday, Oct. 31 due to the Mid-term break.

Requirements are that the artwork promote awareness of disabilities on campus in a positive and collegial format, and include a slogan or phrase that you believe best conveys understanding and acceptance for each individual's unique contributions.

First Prize is a $50 gift certificate, Second Prize is a $25 gift certificate, and Third Prize is a $15 gift certificate. There will be choices available as to where the gift certificates can be redeemed.

If you are interested in submitting an entry for consideration, please pick up a blank poster board in the CLASS office (Foss 17A). (It can be fun to work with friends, so consider getting together with a few of them to spend a few hours of fun working on your poster as a group!)

All posters created will be displayed in the Christensen Center coffee shop, and the top three entries will be framed and displayed in the CLASS office after October.

If you have any questions, please contact Rebecca Lund at 612-330-1353 or via e-mail at lundr@augsburg.edu.

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95 Theses Posting

Your concerns about Augsburg will be affixed to President Pribbenow's door in the tradition of Martin Luther's dissent, in which he nailed 95 Theses to his church's door. Please participate in this recognition of student concerns with Student Government on Oct. 31 starting in chapel at 10:20 a.m. and proceeding to the Quad at 10:40 a.m.

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Real Talk TODAY

Hello! Our first Real Talk of the school year will be today in the Century Room, from noon - 1 p.m. Today's theme is: What does "Victory" mean in Iraq?

Real Talk's mission is to create a safe environment for students to discuss real-world issues in a round table format to engage participants in multiple perspectives and extend action into the community.

Real Talk is sponsored by the Center for Service, Work, and Learning, Day Student Government, and Government & Community Relations.

If you have any questions, please contact Tim at x1208.

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Women's Center Potluck Lunch TODAY

Join us for food and conversation in the Women's Resource Center (207 Sverdrup) from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Bring your lunch, bring something to share, or just come! All members of the Augsburg community are welcome.

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Augsburg for Adults Petition Submitted

On Monday, Oct. 22, copies of a petition were submitted to President Paul Pribbenow and Vice President of Enrollment Management, Julie Olson, denouncing the name of "Augsburg for Adults" and asking that it be changed. "Augsburg for Adults" is a new umbrella program which encompasses the evening class program, WEC, and six graduate programs. It was created to ensure that the school is effectively addressing the needs of Augsburg's non-traditional student population and as a marketing tool to attract such students to Augsburg College. The petition was collected by both the Day and WEC senates, and signatures were collected from 496 Day and WEC students, faculty, and staff members. The program name was produced by the marketing firm Mind Power, without consulting either Day or WEC students. The petition was created because many community members feel that the use of the word "adults" misrepresents our commitment to diversity and many students find it offensive. A copy of the petition will also be given to the chair of the Board of Regents Student Affairs Committee, Jodi Harpstead. If the college decides the verbiage will not be changed, Day & WEC senates are prepared to pursue the issue further.

This message is intended to inform community members of a public issue. Any questions or concerns for the student senates may be addressed to the Day Student Body President, Ricky Oudekerk, at oudekerk@augsburg.edu.

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Spanish Conversation and Lunch

You are invited to attend the Spanish conversation group which will meet this Thursday from 11:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. in the Century room,in the basement of the Christensen Center. Drop in for 10 mins. or for the whole 90 mins. – whatever works for you! Whether you're fluent in Spanish or just starting a beginning class, this will be a good practice experience. Bring your lunch if you want. We look forward to seeing you there! Questions? Contact Emiliano Chagil, Anita Fisher or Kate Reinhardt.

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Disability Awareness Month

What Is American Sign Language?

American Sign Language (ASL) is a complete, complex language that employs signs made with the hands and other movements, including facial expressions and postures of the body. It is the first language of many deaf North Americans, and one of several communication options available to deaf people. ASL is said to be the fourth most commonly used language in the United States.

How does ASL compare with spoken language? In spoken language, the different sounds created by words and tones of voice (intonation) are the most important devices used to communicate. Sign language is based on the idea that sight is the most useful tool a deaf person has to communicate and receive information. Thus, ASL uses hand shape, position, and movement; body movements; gestures; facial expressions; and other visual cues to form its words. Like any other language, fluency in ASL happens only after a long period of study and practice.

A common misconception about ASL is that it is a straightforward translation of English. Even though ASL is used in America, it is a language completely separate from English. It contains all the fundamental features a language needs to function on its own -- it has its own rules for grammar, punctuation, and sentence order. ASL evolves as its users do, and it also allows for regional usage and jargon. Every language expresses its features differently; ASL is no exception. Whereas English speakers often signal a question by using a particular tone of voice, ASL users do so by raising the eyebrows and widening the eyes. Sometimes, ASL users may ask a question by tilting their bodies forward while signaling with their eyes and eyebrows.

Is sign language the same around the globe? No one form of sign language is universal. For example, British Sign Language (BSL) differs notably from ASL. Different sign languages are used in different countries or regions.

Source: http://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/hearing/asl.asp

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Mexican Prints and Baskets for Sale

The Mexican print and basket exhibition in Christensen Center Art Gallery co-sponsored by the Center for Global Education will be coming down this coming weekend. Now is the chance to purchase prints, baskets, posters, note cards, and postcards. Price list is in the gallery. Please contact Kerry Morgan at morgank@augsburg.edu or x 1524 if you're interested. Thanks!

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Frida Kahlo Art Salon on Oct. 25

Please come! Students, Faculty and Staff are invited to an Augsburg House Art Salon on the topic of famous Mexican painter Frida Kahlo. Associate Professor Magdalena Paleczny-Zapp will offer a multimedia presentation about Kahlo's work, her turbulent life, and her marriage to muralist Diego Rivera. Assistant Professor Darcey K. Engen will read from Kahlo's diary, and CGE Program Assistant Dulce Olive Monterrubio will read from a book by Rivera's daughter. This gathering is a celebratory event in which the college community can come together to learn, engage in discussion and sample tasty fare from Manny's Tortas.

The event takes place Thursday, Oct. 25, from 5 - 7 p.m., Augsburg House, the home of college president Paul Pribbenow and family, 2848 West River Parkway, Minneapolis.

RSVP: events@augsburg.edu

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Intramural Volleyball and Soccer Sign-Ups

Co-Ed Volleyball and Soccer rosters are out and ready to be completed. Turn-in day for the volleyball rosters is Oct. 29, with soccer rosters due by Nov. 8. Volleyball league play is on Mondays and Thursdays beginning Nov. 5, with Soccer being played on Thursdays starting Nov. 15. See the IM board in the lower level of Melby for details and rosters.

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Room for Rent, $500

Two bedroom rambler in St. Paul off 94 and 35E. Non-smoking/outside smoker, male/ female ages 24-35. All utilities included, $250 deposit. Available 11/1/07. Contact me at ondracek@augsburg.edu

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