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Writing Lab Opens Monday, Sept. 15

The Augsburg College Writing Lab will open for fall semester/trimester on Monday, Sept. 15. The Lab is located on the main level of Lindell Library, just left of the circulation desk. No appointments are taken; just appear with your assignment in hand!

Fall hours:

Monday: 6:30 - 9 pm
Tuesday: 3-5:30 pm and 7:30 - 10 pm
Wednesday: 3-5:30 pm and 6:30 - 9 pm
Thursday: 3-5:30 pm and 7:30 - 10 pm
Friday: 4:30 - 7 pm
Sunday: 5:30 - 8 pm

Writing lab tutors will visit all English classes in the next few weeks to provide further information. Faculty, if you would like a tutor to come to your class (es), please contact Kathy Swanson, English (x1010).

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Underwater Adventure Discount Tickets

Human Resources has discount tickets available for Underwater Adventures Aquarium at the Mall of America. We are selling tickets at the following prices: Adult - $9.50, Kids (3-12) - $5.50. This is an incredible deal – regular ticket prices are $18.95 for adults and $11.95 for kids. Stop down in HR to pick up your tickets today!

We currently have 50 adult tickets and 25 children tickets available – they do go fast, so stop down ASAP!

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Augsburg Dining Hours of Operation

Commons Hours of operation

Monday through Friday
7:30 am to 8:00 pm

Hot food being served
Breakfast: 7:30-9 am
Lunch: 11:00-1:30 pm
Dinner: 4:30-8:00 pm

Saturday & Sunday
Brunch: 11:30-1:00
Dinner: 5-7 pm

Nabo Hours of operation

Monday through Friday
7:30 am to 8:00 pm
Saturday
7:30 – 7
Sunday
9-8pm

Coopers Hours of Operation

Monday through Friday
7:30 am to 8:00 pm
Weekend college Saturdays
7 am to 5 pm
Weekend college Sundays
7 am- 3 pm

Non-weekend college weekends
Closed


Murphy’s Hours of operation
Monday Through Friday
10am-2 pm

Weekends
Closed

C-Store Hours of operation
Monday through Friday
10am-2pm & 6pm-9pm

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Study Abroad Fair on Wednesday

Learn about more than 200 worldwide programs in over 60 countries, including short-term/ faculty-led, Center for Global Education (CGE), International Partners (IP) and HECUA programs. Pick up a $500 student travel voucher for CGE & IP programs and enter to win a $25 gift card for Pizza Lucé.

You can:
+ fulfill requirements abroad
+ use financial aid for study abroad
+ receive study abroad scholarships
+ go abroad for any term, from 2 weeks up to a full year
+ have one of the most exciting and rewarding experiences of your life

Wednesday, September 10, 2008
10:45am to 1:30pm, Christensen Center Lobby

http://www.augsburg.edu/augsburgabroad/

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Renaissance Festival Discount Tickets

It’s that time again – HR has discount Renaissance Festival tickets for purchase! Adult tickets are ONLY $15.50 each (normally $19.95) and child tickets (ages 6-12) are $7.50 each (normally $10.95). We are also offering Food Books for only $5 – each book is a $6 value.

The Renaissance Festival is open on the weekends between August 16th and September 28th from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m., Monday, September 1, and Friday, September 26. The event is open rain or shine, and parking is free.

Stop down in HR today to buy your discounted tickets – we will be offering them until the end of the Festival. Call us at x1058 with any questions.

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Recovery Month Tidbits

Alcoholics Anonymous® is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for AA membership; we are self-supporting through our own contributions. AA is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization or institution; does not wish to engage in any controversy, neither endorses nor opposes any causes. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety.

CURRENT MEMBERSHIP
It is estimated that there are more than 114,000 groups and over 2,000,000 members in over 180 countries.

LENGTH OF SOBRIETY
Sober more than 10 years – 33%
Sober between 5-10 years – 12%
Sober between 1-5 years – 24%
Sober less than 1 year – 31%

INTRODUCTION TO AA – FACTORS MOST RESPONSIBLE FOR MEMBERS COMING TO AA
Through an AA member – 33%
Treatment facility – 33%
Self-motivated – 31%
Family – 24%
Counseling agency – 8%
Health professional – 7%
Employer or fellow worker – 4%
Non-AA friend or neighbor – 3%
Correctional facility – 3%
Al-Anon or Alateen member – 2%
Newspaper/magazine/radio/TV – 1%
Member of clergy – 1%
Internet – 1%
Other – 1%

MEETING ATTENDANCE
Members attend an average of 2.4 AA meetings a week.

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Human Resource Department Changes

Over the summer, we have been evaluating the ever changing expectations around the services provided by Human Resources to the college community. The recent staff departures in the department have given us the opportunity to re-evaluate the role HR plays on campus. We have always had a top notch staff of HR professionals to assist with the day to day requirements needed in any organization. Today’s ever changing environment requires that we not only provide the tactical functions present in most HR functions but also the need to develop a strategic focus to help the college compete in an ever more competitive environment.

Our review of HR best practices has indicated that national trends in HR are focusing more on strategic elements like organization assessment, talent management and succession planning. To best meet these ever more challenging requirements of HR, we will be modifying how the department provides these services to the college. We will be moving to a generalist model of HR delivery with an Assistant Vice President to lead the department who will report to the Vice President for Finance and Administration. This follows the approach present in most of the other divisions with an assistant vice president present in a strategic function of the division. Much like the successful model used in Information Technology with the LFCs, HR will have generalists that will be assigned and work directly with departments on campus. The goal of the generalists is to become viewed as vital partners to assist departments in achieving their goals.

There will be three generalists assigned principal relationships with each department on campus. Sandra Hokanson will serve as the senior generalist. Sandra has been with the college for slightly more than a year and has proven her ability on many fronts. Her skill set is a perfect match for the demands of working directly with departments to ensure that the staff are best positioned to be successful. Saykham Panemalaythong will also serve as a generalist. Saykham has most recently served as the staffing specialist in Human Resources. Upon filling of the assistant vice president position, we will also begin a search for a third generalist. It should be noted that HR had four full-time positions before this realignment and will continue to have four full-time positions after.

Until the Assistant Vice President for Human Resources position is filled, Sandra and Saykham will continue in their current roles. We will begin a search next week to locate an Assistant Vice President for Human Resources. This position will work on implementing the strategic components of HR into the college. If you have referrals for this position, please forward them to Kevin Myren.

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Prof. Bernard Moss Reception, Sept. 11, 2 p.m.

The social work department is hosting a reception for Prof. Bernard Moss, Professor of Social Work Education and Spirituality from Staffordshire University, UK. Please join us for refreshments and a short talk by Prof. Moss on spirituality, social work, and health care.

His teaching excellence was recognized nationally when he was awarded the National Teaching Fellowship by the British Higher Education Academy. He has authored two books: Religion and Spirituality and the other book is titled Values, and several professional articles. He is also writing and researching spirituality in the work place. He is considered a professional lecturer in the United Kingdom.

Thursday, September 11 from 2 - 4p.m. in OGC 100.

For more information on Bernard Moss visit: http://www.bernardmoss.org.uk/

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Payment for Augsburg Jerseys

If you would like to purchase an Augsburg Cycling Club jersey please contact Morgan Whiterabbit at whiterab@augsburg.edu
Payment will be open until Tuesday of next week. Payment can be made at http://payment.chain-stain.com

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Augsburg Dining Menu

Soup
Roasted Corn Chowder
Navy Bean

The Grille
Fish Sandwich with Tatter-Tots

Market Place Entrees
Spanish Paella
Polenta with Roasted Vegetables

Sweet Pepper Deli
Hoisin Pork Loin Sandwich

Bravo Italiano White Pizza
Shrimp Scampi Linguini

World Flavors
Soft Chicken Tacos with all the topping, Refried Bean and Spanish Rice

Soup
Roasted Corn Chowder
Navy Bean Soup

The Grille
California Burger with Assorted Toppings

Market Place Entrees
Arroz con Pollo Beef Hunter Style

Bravo Italiano Margarita Pizza
Seven Layer Italian Sausage Lasagna

World Flavors
Mongolian Beef with Sticky Rice

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I Want A Burger

Hey, do you want fries with that? Come down and eat a Murphy's on the ground floor of the Christensen Center. Open from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., you can get your burgers, fries, onion rings, chicken fingers, and Hot Moo (come see what that is). And for the first time, first-years have flex dollars to use there. If you are looking for an energy drink or to get your own Twix; yeah, we have that, too. So when the line to Commons is too long, come down stair and eat at Murphy's Grill.

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Need to Purchase Flex Points

Do you need to purchase Flex Points to add to your Student Card?

If so, Flex Points can only be purchased Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Commons Cafeteria. Please make sure you bring your Student ID card for verification. If you haven't received an ID from Enrollment Services, please do so immediately or bring another form of Identification with you.

Purchases of Flex Points may take up to 24 hours to reflect changes.

Flex Points can be used at Commons Cafeteria, Cooper's Coffee Shop, Nabo: A Neighborhood Cafe, and Murphy's Grille.

If you have any questions about Flex Points please contact: augsburg@aviands.com

If you have questions concerning your meal plans, please contact: Cyndy Rowe with Residence Life

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Sad News from CGE Nicaragua

Ron Rivera, the husband of Kathy McBride (co-director of the CGE in Nicaragua), died suddenly on Wednesday in Managua, Nicaragua, from complications of cerebral malaria that he contracted on a recent trip to Nigeria. Ron was the director of Potters for Peace, an international NGO. In 2004 he gave a campus lecture and demonstration on his work developing cottage industries to produce ceramic water filters in impoverished communities. Contributions to the Ron Rivera Memorial Fund may be sent to the Center for Global Education, campus box 307. The Fund will be used to further the work on water filters to which Ron has given so much of his life.

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Artist Talk by Eric Carroll TODAY

Anyone know what a photogram is? There's a 45 foot-long one in the Christensen Center that will be coming down this weekend. Now's your chance to learn about this very early photographic process and why it appeals to contemporary photographers like Eric Carroll.

Eric's public presentation is Friday, Sept. 5, 1:30 p.m., in the Marshall Room, main floor of Christensen Center.

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Reception for Visiting Artist Kathleen Moroney

It's been a busy three months for Irish ceramicist Kathleen Moroney. Come celebrate the fruits of her labor and the commitment Augsburg is making to public art on campus this Saturday, Sept. 6, from 6 to 8 p.m. in Sateren Music Hall lobby.

The porcelain and light installation titled "Between the Past and the Future" will be on view for several years in the Sateren lobby, but now's your chance to meet the talented artist and learn about her working process. Kathleen will be giving a presentation in the space on Wednesday, Sept. 10 at 1:30 p.m.

All are welcome!

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Diversity Strategic Plan Update -- Wednesday, Sept. 10

Augsburg College launched the diversity strategic planning process in February, 2007. Many individuals and departments were involved in the process, including participation in surveys. From the variety of inputs, we're proposing specific areas to focus on for the next year. Campus community members are invited to the presentation and conversation about this on Wednesday, September 10, 3:30-4:30 p.m. in the Johnson Conference room, OGC 100.

If you are unable to attend, please note we will have other campus community meetings and will provide updates to the community via our web site.

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No Card, No Eat

t is vital for you to bring your card when you come to eat. Whether you are using flex dollars or board, it is for your safety that you use your card. Others around you can hear your number and then use up all of your points. We have requested that all cashiers ask for a card in order to best serve you. So when the cashier asks for your card, remember that it is in your best interest and safety.

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C-Store Run

Augsburg Dining has done it again! We would like to invite you to come check out your new C-store located in Murphy's. It will carry all the sweet and salty treats you like, not to mention some toiletries and cleaning products. The store will be open Monday - Friday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. and from 6 - 9 p.m. So when you come to get one of our new grill items, don't forget to by some Tylenol to combat the buzz of the store! See you there!

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Welcome Back to Auggie Ambassadors Abroad

Please welcome back the following students who studied abroad this summer.

Christine Essee: Dublin, Ireland (Anthropology)
Sarah Evenson: Perth, Australia (Marine Science)
Joseph Finstrom: London, England (Music Business Internship)
Joshua Harris: Oslo, Norway (History & Sociology)
Ruth Lonvick: London, England (Museum Internship)
Caitlin Massop: Rome, Italy (Art & Psychology)
Tyla Pream: Florence, Italy (Italian Language & Photography)
Natasha Primus: Mildura, Australia (Photography)
Alison Rapp: Tokyo, Japan (Business)
Rebecca Reilly: Berlin, Germany (German Language & Literature)
Casey Sandstrom: Florence, Italy (Fashion Design)

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Wanted -- Women Who Are Interested in Playing Golf

Have you ever played golf or though about playing golf? The Augsburg Women's Golf Team is looking for women interested in playing on the team (or even joining the team to learn how to play). Golf experience is preferred but not necessary if committed to learning how to play. For those who have played before, you could start competing right away. Or, if you would prefer, you can also just practice with the team to improve your game (in order to eventually compete).

Average scoring averages from last season ranged from 91 to 122. For more information, check out our web site at http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/wgolf/. If you would like to participate or if you would like more information, please contact Coach Patrick at PatrickL@augsburg.edu as soon as possible.

Head coach, Laura Patrick, is an LPGA Teaching Professional who has been nominated for "Midwest Section Teacher of the Year" by the LPGA and "Best teacher in the State of Minnesota" by Golf Digest. She is a teacher and a coach in every aspect of the game and dedicates her career to creating an environment that is comfortable and welcoming to everyone. She also enjoys working with all levels of golfers, including those who have never played before. As Augsburg's Coach, she has helped the scoring averages of her players drop as much as 10 strokes in one season. During her three years as coach, two of her players have earned Most Improved Player of the Year honors from the Minnesota Women's Collegiate Golf Association (2007, 2008).

There is no cost for joining the team. All athletes at Augsburg must have an athletic physical and proof of insurance on file with the trainer prior to starting practice. You must also be a full-time student in order to participate.

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Auggie Athletics Update -- Weekend Schedule

Friday, September 5:
Volleyball hosting Augsburg Invitational, Si Melby Hall -- vs. Schreiner (Texas), 2 p.m.; vs. Wisconsin-Eau Claire, 6 p.m.-- LIVE AUDIO: http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/liveaudio/

Saturday, September 6:
Volleyball hosting Augsburg Invitational, Si Melby Hall -- vs. Macalester, 9 a.m.; placing match, 1/3 p.m.
Football at Crown, 1 p.m. -- LIVE AUDIO: http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/liveaudio/
Women's Soccer at Wisconsin-Eau Claire, 1 p.m.
Men's Golf hosting Augsburg Fall Invitational, Oakdale GC, Hutchinson, Minn.
Women's Golf at Concordia-Moorhead Invitational, Wildflower GC, Detroit Lakes, Minn.

Sunday, September 7:
Men's Golf hosting Augsburg Fall Invitational, Oakdale GC, Hutchinson, Minn.
Women's Golf at Concordia-Moorhead Invitational, Wildflower GC, Detroit Lakes, Minn.

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Panasonic Stereo For Sale

I have a Panasonic shelf-system stereo (with working speakers) for sale. Not sure how old it is, but don't have room for it in my dorm room. I'd like to get $75 for it, or BO. Current stereos like this one are going for around $130 in the stores brand new, so $75 is a great deal! It's practically new and does NOT come with a box or instructions.

It works great and is in excellent condition. Comes with everything and a remote that needs batteries.

The stereo is a 5 CD changer, with radio and cassette capabilities as well. Gray and blue in color.

Thanks!

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