University of Minnesota, Crookston
UMC BULLETIN

Volume 16, No. 11, November 14, 1996

CALENDAR
November 15
NW MN Civic Health Conference
November 15 and 16
Hockey vs. Bethel College
November 16
American Indian Festival
November 18
Thanksgiving Program
November 21 and 22
Faculty Development Conference at Radisson South Hotel in Bloomington
November 28 and 29
Thanksgiving Day and Floating Holiday, Offices Closed
December 1
Women's Basketball vs. Concordia College
December 3
Men's Basketball vs. Bemidji State University
December 6
Ag Activities Day
December 12
Women's Basketball vs. University of Wisconsin, Superior
December 19
Christmas Fest

OPEN ENROLLMENT FORMS
Reminder that TOMORROW, November 15, is the deadline to submit open enrollment forms. UMC employees who would like to switch to the Minnesota State Health Plan Select, would like to make any changes to their benefit package, participate in pre-tax withholdings for dependent care of out-of-pocket medical expenses, need to complete the open enrollment form and submit it to Jacquie Normandin in Selvig Hall or mail it directly to Employee Benefits before November 15, 1996.
--Les Johnson

QUESTIONMARK SURVEYING AND TESTING SOFTWARE DEMONSTRATION
On Friday, November 15, at 3 p.m. in Hill 102, Jane Sims will be presenting an informal demonstration of her experience in using QuestionMark software to develop, administer, and score a computer delivered multiple choice test, a short quiz, and a brief survey to students. Everyone is invited to attend.
--Bob Nelson

TIME CORRECTION
Please note that the Thanksgiving Program on Monday, November 18, in Hafslo Church will be held at 7:30 pm.
--Colette Conati and George French

UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN UPDATE
As we conclude the 1997 United Way Campaign, I am pleased to report that we (UMC, NWES, and AURI) have achieved 92 percent of our campaign goal. Thanks to all of you for your generous support of this worthy cause. I especially want to thank the captains who volunteered their time and effort: Soo-Yin Lim-Thompson, Dennis Magsam, Owen Williams, Peggy Sherven, Don Cavalier, Cindy Tyler, Sharon Olson, Jane Sims, Jean Rock, Patti Malme, Mary Bywater, and Joann Westburg. Thanks to you all.
--Dean McCleary

AMERICAN INDIAN FESTIVAL
UMC Multicultural Program and the Crookston American Indian Education Parent Committee are co-hosting this event. Come and participate Saturday, November 16 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Brown Dining Room of the Conference Center. The Committee hopes to raise funds to offer educational grants to our Crookston American Indian school children. Indian tacos will be sold and a variety of art demonstrations will be given. A pipe ceremony will open the event.
--Debbie Stumblingbear

THANKSGIVING POTLUCK
Enjoy an annual tradition at UMC and plan to join us for the Thanksgiving Potluck on Monday, November 25, at 12 noon. Location TBA, but probably in the Morsels area. Beverages, plates, cutlery and support services are provided by Bede Hall staff. Participants are asked to provide a favorite dish to share with the group. Last year there were over 80 participants, and everyone enjoyed a wonderful meal and time of togetherness at the end of the quarter. Mark your calendars and join us for this event. All UMC staff and faculty are invited and welcomed!
--Laurie Wilson

ADDRESS CLARIFICATION
The Post Office has notified UMC that our proper mailing address must include "2900 University Avenue." This street address should be directly under your room/building location, and just above the city/state/zip line.

Example:
Attention Line - Who?
University of Minnesota, Crookston - If Needed
Room/Building Number
2900 University Avenue
Crookston, MN 56716

Please begin to use this address on all future correspondence.
--Dean McCleary

QUICK PRINT SERVICE AT UMC PRINTING
The UMC Printing department offers quick print service with a four hour turn around. Feel free to request this service for your copy ready final exams, course syllabi, and so on.
--UMC Printing

MULTICULTURAL/INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMMING
Wednesday, December 4, at 3 p.m. in CC AB, the videotape "Black Excellence: The Leaders" will be presented, followed by an informal discussion

Wednesday, December 11, at 3 p.m. in CC AB, "Black Excellence: The Entrepreneurs," a presentation and informal discussion. Refreshments will be available.
--Mario Prada

REFRESHMENT ORDERS
Refreshment orders, room reservations, and audio visual requests are placed with Sharon Olson in Plant Services. Please take advantage of this one stop shopping!
--Debbie Stumblingbear

SECURITY SUMMARY
October 1996
Reported crimes:
Assault 1
Alcohol violations 4
Disorderly conduct 5
Thefts 4
Vandalism 3

Arrests 2

Other related activities:
Athletic events 3
Dances 2
Parking violations 129
Unsecured buildings 49
Vehicles towed 1

It is University policy to encourage the reporting of all crimes committed on campus. To report a crime, contact Security Services at extension 8530 or the local Crookston Police Department at 281-3111. Please contact me with your questions.
--Gary Willhite

UNSECURED DOOR REPORT, 1996-97
September October
Building
Ag Research 0 1
Atrium 1 2
Bede 10 8
Brink 4 7
Conference Center 2 1
Dowell 5 3
Garage 5 2
Hafslo Church 0 0
Hill 1 0
Kiehle 7 1
Kiser 4 2
Lee 8 9
McCall 3 0
Owen 5 1
Robertson 4 2
Selvig 0 0
Skyberg 2 2
Sports Center 12 3
UTOC 4 5
White House 0 0
TOTAL 77 49
--Gary Willhite

--Gary Willhite

CONGRATULATIONS!
Congratulations to Chrissy Nettum for being named All-Conference in the NDCAC. Also congratulations to Kelly Hollands who was named "Coach of the Year" in the NDCAC.
--Marv Bachmeier

SPECIALS AT MORSELS
The specials at Morsels for the week of November 18-22 are:

Monday - Grilled ham and Swiss with chips $3.00
Tuesday - Taco salad $3.00
Wednesday - Mr. Rib and curly fries $3.50
Thursday - Hamburger and curly fries $3.00
Friday - Any cold sandwich and chips $2.50

Each daily special also includes a 16 oz. fountain drink.
--Pam Ogaard

UMC INSIGHT
UMC Insight will be aired Saturday, November 16, at 8:45 a.m. on KROX (AM 1260). Tune in this week to hear "A New Look at Hockey at UMC" with Mark Huglen.

Publication Information:

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