The Volunteer Action Center (VAC) and the American Red Cross are hosting a blood drive on Tuesday, Jan. 14, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Chapel Commons. Sign up for a time to donate blood on this link. Volunteers are needed to help with check-in, snacks and donors. Please stop by anytime to help during the event. You can also sign up on to volunteer at this link. Contact the VAC at vac@wartburg.edu to volunteer your time and if you have any questions.
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Mail Center reminder on perishable foods
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The Mail Center would like to remind students that there is no refrigeration available for received packages. The Mail Center is not responsible for spoilage of perishable foods (such as Hello Fresh or Blue Apron).
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TEDxWartburgCollege will bring inspiring speakers to “Explore the Unknown” for the third annual event Jan. 25, 9 a.m.-noon, in McCaskey Lyceum at Wartburg College. The event is open to the public, but seating is limited. Tickets are just $10 and can be purchased at www.wartburg.edu/tedx.
Speakers at TEDxWartburgCollege will include:
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Sanam Tamang: “Navigating the Unknown Journey of Life” |
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Brittany Strause: “Mental Health Has No Face” |
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Matapron Musikathum: “Transition to Adulthood, What’s Your Plan?” |
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Cole Imperi: “Shadowloss: Shedding Light on Our Hidden Grief” |
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Sthela Gun Holly Hanitrinirina: “The Legacy of Unknown Women” |
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Erik Salzenstein: “Why I Had to Go to Prison to Set Myself Free” |
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Umaru Balde: “Eliminate the Comfort Zone to Achieve Success” |
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The Castle — Wartburg’s literary magazine
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The Fall 2019 edition of The Castle has been published! Find a hard copy in campus hot spots or online at this link. That means submissions are open for the Winter edition now as well. So submit your short stories, poetry, and graphic stories (comics) on the submission option at this link. |
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ATTENTION ARTISTS: New this year is a cover art competition! Submit any medium and style, and it will have a chance to be the cover of the book! (Must have a digital resolution of at least 200 ppi - physical size of 5x7 in.) The Winter deadline for all submissions is Friday, Feb. 21.
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Join the new Gospel Choir
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Want to have fun and praise God through music? Join the Gospel Choir! The first open rehearsal will be Sunday, Jan. 26, at 4 p.m. in the Chapel. All people and musical abilities are welcome. For more information, contact Janet at janet.irankunda@wartburg.edu.
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KWAR DJ and podcast meeting Thursday
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Interested in having your own radio show where you can talk about sports, entertainment, politics, music or whatever you want? KWAR is looking for students and faculty who are interested in having a radio show. Don’t want to host a radio show, but still have ideas for content? You can start your own podcast! There will be an informational meeting on Thursday, Jan. 16, at 7 p.m. in McElroy Center room 134 for information about starting a radio show or creating your own podcast. For more information, contact station manager Ryley Seymour.
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Off-campus applications due Feb. 21
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Off-campus applications are now available online at this link. Applications are to be completed online. Do not submit the application until you have all material, as you will need to attach your supporting documentation to the online application form. Please be mindful of the off-campus release guidelines and review them prior to completing an application. Applications are due Feb. 21. Late applications will not be accepted. If you have questions about the process please email cassie.hales@wartburg.edu.
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Join the new German/English reading group
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A bilingual German/English reading group for faculty, staff, and students is being formed for the winter semester. The group will read together a recent work of German-language literature, either in the original or in English translation. Meetings will be in February and March. No knowledge of German is required to participate. If interested, please contact Dr. Lucy Barnhouse.
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The Wartburg Philosophical and Literary Society will meet Friday, Jan. 17, at 4 p.m. in McCoy West of Seamann Student Center. Faculty, staff, students and community members are encouraged to attend, and refreshments will be provided. The speaker is Michael Luebbers, Wartburg alumnus and soil conservation technician, who will present “Composting Connections.”
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10-week wellness challenge
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Do you need to kickstart your wellness in 2020? Beginning Jan. 19, The W is offering a 10-week wellness challenge for just $10. All activities can be completed on your own and then recorded (using the honor system) on your personal weekly log at The W. All participants will receive a shirt at the end of the challenge, and those who successfully complete five of seven days each week will receive an additional prize at the end. Register at The W before Jan. 19 to get in on the fun! Campus groups are encouraged to participate together. Weekly challenges are:
• Jan. 19-25 - 60 minutes of exercise daily
• Jan. 26-Feb. 1 - Drink 64 oz. of water daily
• Feb. 2-8 - Limit personal use screen time to less than two hours daily
• Feb. 9-15 - No sugary drinks
• Feb. 16-22 - Consume five servings or fruits or vegetables each day
• Feb. 23-29 - 60 minutes of exercise per day and less than two hours of personal screen time daily
• March 1-7 - Drink 64 oz of water daily and eliminate sugary drinks
• March 8-14 - 60 minutes of exercise per day and consumer five servings or fruits or vegetables daily
• March 15-21 - Take 10,000 steps per day
• March 22-28 - Put it all together (60 minutes exercise, limit screen time, drink water, no sugary beverages, eat your fruits and veggies!)
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American Association of University Women meeting
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The Waverly branch of AAUW (American Association of University Women) will meet on Thursday, Jan. 16, at 7 p.m. in Science Center room 134. Dr. Caryn Riswold will speak about faith and reproductive justice. Students, faculty, and staff are welcome to attend.
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Robotics event seeks volunteers
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The Waverly-Shell Rock Robotics teams are hosting a FIRST Tech Challenge Super Qualifier Meet on Saturday, Feb. 1. Wartburg College has been a sponsor of the teams since their inception in 2017. The teams are looking for volunteers to serve as officials, judges, inspectors, etc., at the Feb. 1 meet. No prior experience with FTC is required for most volunteer,s and there are volunteer positions in both technical and non-technical areas. Any faculty, staff, or students who are interested in volunteering should contact Laurie Everhardt at ext. 8496 or laurie.everhardt@wartburg.edu.
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Free respite training for care providers
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Are you interested in helping foster families while earning a small stipend? Respite Options of Northeast Iowa is having FREE training for potential respite providers on two Saturdays, Feb. 1 and Feb. 15, from 9:15 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., at the Cedar Falls Public Library, 524 Main St. Must attend both sessions, be age 19 or older, and complete CPR/First Aid training. If interested or have questions, text or call 319-596-5781 or email respiteoptions@monarchtherapyservices.com.
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Davis Projects for Peace deadline
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Wartburg students wishing to submit a Davis Projects for Peace proposal must submit their application using this link by noon Jan. 13. Please see additional criteria information at Projects for Peace at this link. Questions may be directed to Kristin Teig Torres.
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Wartburg College Incubator deadline
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Do you have a social issue or a business idea that needs further work? We are here to help! Click here to join fellow Wartburg students, faculty and staff to work on your idea or project. The Wartburg College Incubator (formerly known as the Wicked Problems Challenge) will be working directly with Mill Race/Red Cedar using the Co-Starters curriculum. For more information, please contact Kristin Teig Torres. Ideas are due by Jan. 17, 2020, for the winter co-hort.
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Join Homecoming Committee for 2020
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Help plan the biggest student and alumni event of the year! Apply now to be a part of the 2020 Homecoming Committee. Join one of the six sub-committees: Parade, Pep Rally, Publicity, Oktoberfest, Ren Faire, or Kastle Kapers. Use your skills and strengths to make this annual tradition a success for the whole Wartburg community. Apply today at this link.
Deadline to apply is Jan. 19.
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Vote for next ETK Large Event
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ETK is looking for student input on which artist to bring for Large Event next year. In our survey a few weeks ago, students voted to bring a pop or country artist. Use this form to cast your vote for which artist you’d like to see at Wartburg in the 2020-21 academic year. The form will be open until 4 p.m. Friday, Jan. 17. Questions? Email etk@wartburg.edu.
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Orientation Leader & Resident Assistant information sessions
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Applications for 2020-21 Orientation Leader and Resident Assistant positions are now live! Fill out an application to be considered for one or both of these leadership roles at this link.
Still have questions about the roles? Information sessions with currents RAs, Orientation Leaders, and Student Life professional staff take place throughout January:
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Tuesday, Jan. 14, at 11:30 a.m. in McCoy East |
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Wednesday, Jan. 15, at 7 p.m. in the BSU Lounge in Cardinal Commons |
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Thursday, Jan. 16, at 8 p.m. in The W East Classroom |
Additional information about each position, including position description, qualifications for selection, commitments and renumeration, can be found at this link. Applications are due Jan. 24. Please direct questions to kalyani.kannan@wartburg.edu.
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The work of Cedar Falls artist Katie Walberg is on display in the Waldemar A. Schmidt Art Gallery. “Ludicrous Landscapes” will run through Feb. 9. The exhibit is free and open to the public. The gallery, on the first floor of Bachman Fine Arts Center, is open daily from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, contact Gallery Director Johanna Kramer-Weston.
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NEW DATE: Water to Thrive pancake breakfast
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Water to Thrive will hold a free-will donation pancake breakfast Saturday, Feb. 8. The fundraiser will be 8-11 a.m. at St. Paul's Lutheran Church & School, Waverly, and will also include a raffle. We are close to raising enough money for well number 16 from Wartburg College, and this event will push us in to a semester full of fundraising!
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Health center volunteer/shadow program
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The Center for Community Engagement is now accepting applications for the Winter Term Waverly Health Center Volunteer/Shadowing program. Interested 2Y-4Y students majoring in health-related majors are encouraged to participate in this program. Sign-up sheet is in the Student Life office, and you can pick up your orientation packet from Jo Dorrance or email her. The Winter Term program is limited to 12 students. Students already participating in the program need not re-apply or attend the orientation.
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SPIRITUAL LIFE & CAMPUS MINISTRY
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Come to Sanctuary on Wednesdays
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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, worship band music, prayers, and communion. It takes place on Wednesday evenings at 9 p.m. in the Chapel Commons (basement). Come by at 8:45 for snacks and fellowship. All are welcome!
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Chapel services this week
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All are welcome at Weekday Chapel services from 10:15 to 10:35 a.m. each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday in the Wartburg Chapel. Chapel time is a brief opportunity to gather with students, staff, and faculty to reflect on God and faith. The Lord's Supper is celebrated at the end of the service on Mondays and Fridays. Interfaith chapels will be held the last Wednesday of each month during the semester. Sunday worship is celebrated at least once a month, starting at 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel.
Upcoming services:
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Monday, Jan. 13: Dr. Craig Hancock, director of bands |
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Wednesday, Jan. 15: Blessing of the Winter/Spring Athletes, women’s soccer coach Tiffany Pins will share the message |
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Friday, Jan. 17: Anna Broring ’20, Senior Chapel |
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Sunday, Jan. 19: Scholarship Day worship, 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel |
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Orientation Leader and Resident Assistant information sessions
Jan. 14, 15, 16
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KWAR DJ and podcast meeting
Jan. 16
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American Association of University Women (AAUW) meeting
Jan. 16
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Wartburg Incubator ideas deadline
Jan. 17
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Phil & Lit Society
Jan. 17
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Homecoming Committee applications due
Jan. 19
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Scholarship Day Sunday worship
Jan. 19
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MLK Day of Service
Jan. 20
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Orientation Leader and Resident Assistant applications due
Jan. 24
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TEDx WartburgCollege
Jan. 25
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Gospel Choir open rehearsal
Jan. 26
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Water to Thrive pancake breakfast
Feb. 8
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Graven Award ceremony
Feb. 14
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Off-campus applications due
Feb. 21
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