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The Juice (Students) - Sept. 11

 
Sept. 11, 2017

Maintenance requests

The maintenance team reminds everyone that all maintenance work order requests should be submitted electronically through the InfoCenter. Click the Maintenance Request link on the middle of the InfoCenter. Click the Submit Service Request link on the left side of the page. Provide the location of the service requested using a dropdown menu. Leave all pertinent information regarding the issue in the dialog box provided. A photo also may be uploaded if needed. Once the request has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation email to your wartburg.edu address. Another email will be sent when the service has been completed. All non-emergency requests should be submitted through the online system. All emergency situations (e.g. water leaking or a fire or safety hazard) should be reported immediately to Maintenance & Operations or Security. If you experience difficulties requesting service, please contact the Physical Plant at 352-8318.

 
NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS
 
WartburgAlert test planned
The emergency notification system for Wartburg College, WartburgAlert, will be tested Thursday, Sept. 14, around noon. WartburgAlert is tested, at minimum, once per term. Alerts aren’t automatically sent. You have to register your phone in order to receive alerts. There is no charge for registering, and you may register up to two numbers for text notification and two numbers for voice phones. You are strongly encouraged to register a SMS number to receive a text, which is the quickest and most reliable means of notification. To register, log in to InfoCenter using your Wartburg credentials. Under the “Offices” header, click on “Parking & Safety,” then, under “Important Resources,” select “WartburgAlert.” If you have problems registering, visit the Security Office on the first floor of Saemann Student Center Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. To verify if you are registered before next Thursday, send an email to Campus Security, and we will confirm your registration.
Help hurricane victims by giving blood 
Are you looking for a way to help with hurricane relief? The American Red Cross is in emergency need of blood for victims of Hurricane Harvey and is preparing for victims of Irma. The Volunteer Action Center will host a blood drive Thursday, Sept. 14, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., in the Chapel Commons. Click here to sign up or email the VAC.
Planning for fall service trips underway 
If you’re thinking of what to do over Fall Break, consider leading or participating in a service trip. You can travel around the country and meet new people while giving back to those in need. If you are interested in serving as a leader, click here. Applications should be submitted by the end of the day Monday, Sept. 11. If you are interested in participating in a fall trip, a different link will be provided once trip locations are set. Watch the Juice for another announcement. If you have any questions, email servicetrips@wartburg.edu or madison.bloker@wartburg.edu.
Make meal plan changes by Sept. 14
Students who want to change their meal plan must do so by Thursday, Sept. 14, in the Dining Services Office on the first floor of Saemann Student Center. No changes will be allowed after the deadline.
Honor Council representatives needed 
Wartburg College Honor Council is seeking representatives from the first-, second-, and fourth-year classes. Honor Council is a panel of eight student representatives who sit in on cases of academic dishonesty on campus. For more information or to apply, email honorcouncil@wartburg.edu.
Phil and Lit Society
The Wartburg Philosophical and Literary Society will meet Friday, Sept. 15, at 4 p.m., in McCoy West on the first floor of Saemann Student Center. The speaker will be Dr. Scott Muntefering, associate professor of music education/trumpet. The title of his presentation is Midwest Band History – Unknown People and Events. Everyone is welcome.
Candlelight Dinners for student organizations 
Apply today to host a Candlelight Dinner, which allows you the opportunity to promote your organization, interact with faculty and staff, and experience fine dining. But hurry, there are a limited number of dinners available. Should your organization wish to host a Candlelight Dinner, e-mail a letter of intent to Shelly Geweke. Include your organization’s name, contact person/phone number, first- and second-choice preference for dates, and a short paragraph about what makes your organization great. Dates are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Dates available are: Oct. 4, Oct. 25, Nov. 15, Jan. 17, Jan. 31, and Feb. 21. Applications are due by Friday, Sept. 15, at 4 p.m.
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
 
Do you like to SING? 
Join a choir at Wartburg! There are four choirs you can get involved with: Ritterchor (men's), St. Elizabeth Chorale (women's), Castle Singers (chamber), and Wartburg Choir (mixed). People of all ability levels are welcome, even if you have never been in a choir before! To get involved, contact Dr. Lee Nelson. For more information, visit the ensembles website.
Call ITS Techline
If you are having trouble with your computer, electronic device, printer, etc., please call 352-8767 or email techline@wartburg.edu. Our ITS Help Desk team will get back to you as soon as possible. Help Desk hours are:
  • Monday-Thursday: 7:30 a.m.-9 p.m.
  • Friday: 7:30 a.m-4:30 p.m.
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: 4-9 p.m.
Reformation Anniversary Celebration Table Talks
On Tuesday, Oct. 31, faculty, staff, and students will have the chance to share their thoughts and questions during Wartburg’s 500th Anniversary of the Protestant Reformation Celebration Table Talks. The groups will have guided discussion and honest conversation about the college’s mission of faith and learning and the future of Spiritual Life and Campus Ministry. No classes, lessons, practices, or college-sponsored meetings will be held during this time, and all offices or departments that are able to close will to enable students, staff, and faculty to participate. Click here to sign up for the Table Talks. You can reserve a place at the table through Friday, Oct. 20. If you would like to volunteer to be a facilitator or “recorder” for the Table Talks, or if you have questions, speak to Ramona Bouzard or contact SLCM.office@wartburg.edu and include “Table Talk Volunteer” in the subject line. For more information on the Reformation Anniversary, click here.
Virtual fair for physical therapist program
Planning to apply to a physical therapist program? Attend the free DPT Education Virtual Fair Tuesday, Sept. 12, to learn more about physical therapist education programs. Meet admissions representatives and faculty during this live online event. Click here to register. For more information, email apta@careereco.com.
Upcoming Events

WartburgAlert test
Sept. 14

Red Cross blood drive
Sept. 14

Meal plan changes due
Sept. 14

Phil and Lit Society
Sept. 15

Homecoming & Family Weekend
Oct. 12-15

500th Reformation anniversary
Oct. 31

Click here to view the full Wartburg events calendar.
 

ABOUT THIS NEWSLETTER
The Juice is a weekly e-newsletter sent Mondays to communicate campus news and events. Most announcements will run twice, then continue to be available in the Information Center.

TO SUBMIT AN ITEM
The deadline for submissions each week is 4 p.m. Thursday. Send items to juice@wartburg.edu. Please keep your submitted item short—no longer than one paragraph—and let us know if your item is for students, faculty/staff, or both audiences. Direct questions or comments to Stephanie Boeding, Marketing & Communication, at ext. 8760.

 
SPIRITUAL LIFE & CAMPUS MINISTRY
 
Weekday Chapel services
Weekday services are from 10:15 to 10:35 a.m. each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday in Wartburg Chapel. They are a brief opportunity to gather with students, staff, and faculty to reflect on God and faith. Interfaith chapels will be held the last Wednesday of each month during the semester. It’s a great time to put regular worship on your schedule. This week’s Weekday Chapel looks like this:
  • Monday, Sept. 11 – Prayer Vigil for Reconciliation and Peace
  • Wednesday, Chapel, Sept. 13 – Father David Ambrosy, priest at St. Mary’s
  • Friday, Senior Chapel, Sept. 15 – Blake Shipman ‘18
  • Monday, Sept. 18 – Dr. Kyle Schenkewitz, Religion and Philosophy department
Sanctuary on Wednesdays
Sanctuary is a holy space in the midst of your busy life where you can recharge and renew. Expect a relaxed time of Bible study, fellowship, music, prayers, and communion. Sanctuary takes place at 9 p.m. each Wednesday in the Chapel Commons (Chapel basement). Treats are served at 8:45 p.m.
Sunday Worship
Sunday worship will be Sept. 17, at 10:30 a.m., in Wartburg Chapel, with the service of Holy Communion and Pastor Brian Beckstrom  preaching.
Faith Expression ministry groups
If you’d like to find out about Faith Expression ministry groups on campus, check out the SLCM Facebook page. Many of the student ministries have their own Facebook pages, too: Wartburg FCA, Catholic Knights, Adopt-a-Grandparent, Sanctuary, and Hope Overflow. 
 
WARTBURG IN THE NEWS
 
Logan Hansen ’11 crunches numbers to create his own DIII football rankings, analysis, and predictions on his blog, as reported by the  Lacrosse Tribune.

Bryan Traughber ’01 was the first radiation oncologist in North America to use a new gynecological brachytherapy applicator to treat advanced cervical cancer, as reported by the Dickinson County News and Business Insider.

Rob Rottler '18 and Chris McNutt '18 will rejoin the football team this fall following season-ending injuries in the 2017 opener, as reported by the Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier.

Aryn Jones' '18 contributions to the college's volleyball and basketball teams were highlighted as part of the Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier's fall sports preview story.
 
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