| Summer hours have ended |
Summer office hours officially ended Saturday, Aug. 26. Office hours have now returned to regular hours of 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
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| KnightTime upgrade in progress |
| Wartburg's KnightTime system is implementing a software upgrade to be more accessible and user-friendly. The KnightTime upgrade will continue Monday, Aug. 28; the web application will not be accessible and timeclocks may have sporadic functionality. All employees, including student employees, should manually document their work hours on Monday and have their managers verify or manually enter them into KnightTime when the system has been fully upgraded, which should be by 8 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 29. If you have any questions, please contact Abbie Raum (319-352-8350), Erica Sadler (319-352-8766), or Jamie Hollaway (319-352-8418). |
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| Bremer Avenue construction to affect campus entrance |
The college has been informed that starting Monday, Aug. 28, the normal route to Wartburg's south entrance will change due to ongoing construction along Bremer Avenue in Waverly. The only places along this stretch where vehicles can cross Bremer Avenue will be at First Street (near the river) or at 10th Street (Joe's Knight Hawk and First National Bank). Traffic will NOT be allowed to cross or take left turns at Eighth Street/Wartburg Boulevard to get onto campus. This will affect mainly those traveling from the south and west. Click here for details about the construction project. The next phase of work is expected to last until late November.
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| Be a Chapel Ambassador |
Would you like to become a more visible faith mentor for students, combat the culture of busyness on campus, and be more intentional about living out our calling as a college of faith and learning? If so, it’s fairly simple to do. Close your office door or tell your supervisor that you want to attend Weekday Chapel. Attend Chapel as often as you are able, and put up a small sign (provided by Spiritual Life and Campus Ministry) that identifies you as a Chapel Ambassador who is open to talking about faith with students, faculty, and staff. Interested? Email slcm.office@wartburg.edu. Questions? Contact Pastor Brian or Pastor Ramona.
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| Faculty, staff invited to join STAS |
Are you interested in regular, informal discussions with other faculty about teaching and advising? Sharing Teaching and Advising Strategies is an informal group of Wartburg faculty and staff interested in solution-driven discussion of questions and strategies for teaching and advising among a productive, positive, and supportive group of peers. STAS will meet 4-5 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month, beginning Sept. 13, in the Faculty Development Room on the first floor of Vogel Library. All are welcome; come as your schedule allows. If you have questions or want to be added to the my.wartburg resource page for STAS, contact Michaeleen Golay.
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| Required training for college credit cards |
As part of the revenue-enhancement and expense-savings process, Wartburg College will be transitioning to a new credit card vendor, PNC Bank, with the goal of full implementation by Sept. 1. College faculty and staff who currently have a Wartburg-issued Wells Fargo credit card are required to attend training from 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 30, in Science Center 102 (updated location) during Faculty Workshop. Cardholders should watch their email for additional information about the transition to a new PNC-issued card in August. This change brings several benefits:
- An increased rebate percentage that will enhance the college’s revenues.
- Enhanced management tools, including mobile capabilities for managing receipts on the go.
- Improved security features, including fraud text alert notifications.
If you have any questions, contact Kristina Ladage (319-352-8433), Abbie Raum (319-352-8350), or Tracy Rucker (319-352-8238) in the Business Office.
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| Meet candidates for Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness |
The search committee for the position of Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness has invited four candidates for on-campus interviews. Faculty and staff are invited to a "Meet and Greet" session in The Den for each of them.
- Monday, Aug. 28, 2:30-3 p.m.—Dr. Greg Myers
- Tuesday Aug. 29, 2:14-2:45 p.m.—Mr. Kim Oren
- Thursday, Aug. 31, 1:45-2:15 p.m.—Dr. Narren Brown
- Friday, Sept. 1, 10:15-10:45 a.m.—Dr. Michael Fleming
The curriculum vitae for each candidate is available for review in the Enrollment Management Office, Luther Hall 206. If you have any questions or input, please contact any member of the search committee: Chairperson Edie Waldstein, Gary Wipperman, Shaheen Munir, Brian Ernsting or Cassie Hales.
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| Dining hours for late summer and early fall |
| Click here to see the Dining Services hours for late summer and early fall for Mensa, Konditorei, the Den, and the Zesty Orange. |
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| Alumni updates |
The Alumni and Parent Relations Office reminds employees to encourage alumni to notify the college of life updates (milestones, job changes, etc.) and address changes through this form or by emailing alumni@wartburg.edu.
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| New ITS form |
In order to better serve our clients, Information Technology Services has implemented a new process for providing security clearances for new employees. Once a new employee has had preliminary contact with Human Resources and HR has added them to the database, ITS will be notified. At that time, ITS will send the hiring supervisor and their administrative support person a form to be filled out that indicates the clearances and access needed for the new employee. Once that form has been returned to ITS, we will set up the required authorizations and security access within 48 hours. The form also will be available on the HR and ITS InfoCenter pages if you prefer to get a head start on it, but ITS still will need up to 48 hours to complete the setup after HR notifies us, regardless of when we receive the request from the hiring supervisor. Direct questions to Joni McDonough.
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| BOR report |
President Colson’s May report to the Board of Regents and his summary of the meeting are now posted on the InfoCenter under President’s Reports.
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| Friendship Families needed |
Wartburg’s Friendship Family program connects faculty, staff and community members with new international students. For many of these students, this is the first time they have been away from family and friends and the first time they have visited the United States. Through the program, the students connect with someone on campus or in the community with whom they can become friends, share a meal or cultural event, and learn about U.S. traditions. Friendship Families do not house students or support them financially. If you are interested in the program and would like more information, click here. Direct questions to Wendy Mohlis, Friendship Family coordinator.
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| Timecard approval deadlines and paydays |
Human Resources has posted upcoming timecard approval deadlines and paydays on the InfoCenter. All supervisors of staff and/or faculty members can view the “Timecard Approval Deadlines Payday Sheet” by clicking here. Direct questions to Erica Sadler, 352-8521.
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President's opening remarks
Aug. 29
Opening Chapel service
Aug. 29
Faculty Workshop sessions/credit card training
Aug. 30
Faculty and staff picnic
Aug. 30
New student arrival and orientation
Sept. 1-5
Opening Convocation
Sept. 5
Fall classes begin
Sept. 6
Homecoming & Family Weekend
Oct. 12-15
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| Click here to view the full Wartburg events calendar. |
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