Calendar

May 6
Latin American Music Duo
May 7-10
"Little Shop of Horrors" presented by UMC Music-Theater Department
May 9
Mother's Day
May 11
Capital Campaign Presentation
AFSCME Local 3800 Meeting
Jamaica Jam
Spring Athletic Awards Social
May 12
Bedding Plant Sale
May 13
Stop Smoking Workshop
May 13 and 14
Bedding Plant Sale, open to the public
May 18
Tailgate Thank You Party
Satellite Town Meeting
May 18-20
Final Exams
May 19
Stress Free Zone
May 21
Commencement
May 24, 25, 26 and 27
Academic Advisement and Registration
May 25
Grades due to Registrar
May 27
"U Can Count on US" Celebration
Bachmeier Retirement Party
May 31
Memorial Day Holiday

News Items

Fall Semester Web Registration
Registration for Fall Semester 1999 began on May 3^rd. Returning students are encouraged to register via the web at http://www.umcrookston.edu/register/ on, or after, your scheduled time, if you meet the following criteria: (1) are an officially admitted degree-seeking student (PSEOA and Adult Special not eligible) and (2) have a 2.00 UMC cumulative GPA. For more information, pick up a Fall Semester Web Registration brochure available at many locations on campus and at the Office of the Registrar, 109 Selvig Hall.
--Bob Nelson

Change in Parking Policy - Permit Parking to be Allowed on the Mall
In consideration of the Early Childhood Development Center Construction project and the effect it is having on the available parking on campus, the following change in the parking policy will be effective on Monday, May 3^rd:

Permit parking will be allowed on the mall during the construction period (May 3, 1999 until December 1999 or such time that parking spaces have been restored). The following rules apply to parking on the mall:

• A valid "all lots" permit is required.
• Signage will be placed on the mall to indicate where permit parking is allowed.
• Mall parking will be restricted to the right lane.
• Parking on the mall will be prohibited from 1:00 am - 7:00 am.

If you have questions concerning this change, please let me know.
--Dean McCleary

Free Nicotrol Patches
HealthSystem Minnesota is coordinating a "Patch Project" for the Minnesota Partnership for Action Against Tobacco (MPAAT) in which a 6 week supply of Nicotrol patches are to be distributed free to those Minnesotans wanting to stop smoking. Student Health was able to get 30 kits, each of which contains a 6 week supply of the patches, an audiotape, and a Taking Action pamphlet. In accordance with the agreement, priority will be given to those people whose insurance does not cover patch expenses.

A Stop Smoking Workshop will be presented by Jane Croeker, Polk County Public Health, on Thursday, May 13^th, from 12 noon to 1 p.m. (room TBA). Following the workshop, the patches will be distributed for you to use when you make your decision to stop smoking. Those receiving patches will be asked to fill out a very shot questionnaire. Also, a few points to consider — for various reasons, the patch is not as effective for those who use chewing tobacco; and the patch is more effective for those who smoke at least 1/2 a pack of cigarettes per day. The patches are for anyone — students, faculty, and staff.
--Stacey Grunewald

Outstanding Community Service Award
UMC is pleased to announce a University Outstanding Community Service Award to honor community outreach and community service activities of faculty, staff, and members of the greater University community. This award recognizes outstanding contributions and accomplishments of faculty, staff, or community members who have devoted their time and talent to make substantial enduring contributions to the community and to improving public life and the well-being of society. Such contributions and accomplishments must result in long-term and lasting changing for the public good and demonstrate an unusual commitment to the University and the greater Minnesota community.

Awards to faculty and staff are not intended to recognize service provided to a professional association nor to recognize other service normally seen as part of their responsibility as an employee of UMC. Rather, it is intended to emphasize the importance of community service and to recognize the importance of the outreach role of faculty and staff. The award given to the faculty or staff member chosen will also recognize the agency or group(s) with which the recipient of the award is affiliated. A community member who would receive the award will have made a significant public service or outreach contribution in the name of UMC. Nominations must be made by Friday, May 7^th.

Any person or group may make a nomination. The award criteria include:

1. Evidence of solid accomplishments in the area of public policy and public service that contribute to the quality of life at the local, regional, state, national, or international level;
2. Contributions should result in long-term and lasting changes for the public good; and
3. Demonstrated commitment to the University and the greater Minnesota Community.

Please send your nomination to me by Friday, May 7^th. The recipient will be honored at the UMC "U Can Count on US" Celebration on Thursday, May 27^th.
--Pam Holsinger-Fuchs

UMC Spring Athletic Awards Social Set
The Spring Athletic Awards Social has been set for Tuesday, May 11, 1999 at 6:30 p.m. in Brown Dining Hall. UMC's winter and spring sport athletes, which include men's and women's basketball, hockey, baseball, fastpitch softball and tennis will be honored with a short program and the coaches will give a recap on their seasons. UMC Teambackers will be presenting the Teambacker of the Year Award and recognize UMC's All Americans. Tom Helgeson will be the Master of Ceremonies. The public is encouraged to attend. There's a $3 charge for parents and guests. You can purchase your tickets at the door.
--Stephanie Reck

"Final Quarter" Bang!! at the Bookstore
Pop a balloon for big savings at the UMC Bookstore. Up to 35% off!!

• Additional 10% off red tagged discontinued items.
• Clearance items at low, low prices — greeting cards, software, books.
• 10% off UMC giftware.
• 20% off suggested retail (everyday discount) on books: computer reference, general reading, career and resume writing, graduation gift books, cookbooks, gardening and house plant books.
• 25% off suggested retail (everyday pricing) on New York Times paperback bestsellers.

--Leela Hier

Capital Campaign
On Tuesday, May 11, Planned Giving Director Robert Peterson and Assistant Director Frank Robinson from the University of Minnesota Foundation will be here to conduct presentations on the upcoming University of Minnesota Capital Campaign. The first presentation will begin at 11:30 a.m. in rooms A & B of Sahlstrom Conference Center and repeated again at 12:30 p.m. The presentations will include information on the upcoming Campaign, how faculty and staff can become involved, and how the Foundation can assist the Crookston Campus during the Campaign.

All faculty and staff are encouraged to attend.
--Del Roelofs

Eagles Nest Gang
Faculty/staff who have children belonging to the Eagles Nest Gang are invited to the Spring Athletic Awards Social on Tuesday, May 11, at 6:30 p.m. If your children would like to attend, please call me at 8181 for reservations.
--Twyla Treanor

"U Can Count on US" Celebration
Attached to this edition of the bulletin is the 1999 "U Can Count on US" poster. This "Celebration" takes the place of the annual Faculty/Staff Recognition Banquet previously held at the Eagles. All members of the UMC community are invited. The potluck is scheduled from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. If you have access to a refrigerator and would like to bring a salad or some other dish instead of your assigned item, that would be much appreciated. Just bring your refrigerated food item out when the potluck begins. If you have any questions, feel free to give me a call.
--Peg Sherven

1999 Faculty/Staff Fund Drive
The Faculty/Staff Fund Drive is well underway and to date 26 donors have contributed $12,115 for Academic and Athletic Scholarships. On behalf of UMC, I want to thank each of you for your support. If you have not made your gift, please do so today. If you have questions on any aspects of this year's fund drive, please give me a call.

In appreciation of your support, we will be hosting a "Tailgate Thank You Party" on Tuesday, May 18, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the UTOC parking lot. Please join us for brats, chips and refreshments as we celebrate another successful year!
--Del Roelofs

Chorus Practice Times Set
We are getting ready for our "U Can Count on US" Celebration. We are asking anyone interested in being in the chorus to try and make it to three or four rehearsals if possible. George French has kindly set up eight different times to rehearse.

Rehearsal times are at 3:30 p.m. in Kiehle Auditorium on the following dates: May 10, 11, 18, 19, 20, 24, 25, and 26.

If we need to adjust the time for a few days, we can discuss that at the first rehearsal. We know many of you love to sing, so please join us in the fun and make new friends at the same time. If you have any questions, call me at 8330.
--Karen Murphy

Retirement Party for Marv Bachmeier
All faculty and staff are invited to a retirement party for Marv Bachmeier on Thursday, May 27, 1999 at the Eagles Club in Crookston. The social will begin at 6 p.m. with dinner served at 6:45 and a program to follow at 7:30. Tickets for the event are $10 and can be purchased at the door. Please RSVP to Rose Ulseth at 8439 by Friday, May 21^st. If you are interested in making a contribution to the Marv and Diane Bachmeier Scholarship Fund, you may do so at the Business Office.
--Rose Ulseth

Wall of Books
The greatness of the University of Minnesota is in large part due to the scholarship and quality research of our faculty. The Heritage Gallery at the new University of Minnesota Gateway Alumni and Visitors Center should reflect this great publishing tradition by representing the enormous productivity of our faculty.

How will this be done? Through the Wall of Books. You can help by contributing copies of your books to be part of this great legacy.

The 2,600 square foot Heritage Gallery at the University of Minnesota Gateway will showcase many of the people, products, and ideas spawned by our great institution, its faculty and alumni. A highlight of the gallery will be a dramatic wall of books Ñ60 feet long and 35 feet high at its peak. Well-used, well-respected, and well-loved books will line the wall to a height of eight feet, and faux books will reach to the ceiling.

We need your help to collect 5,000 books for the Heritage Gallery. Please encourage faculty and staff participation by the deadline of June 4, 1999.

For criteria, check your e-mail from Chancellor Sargeant.
--Curt Almlie

Intern at RRTC
Melissa Peterson is working as a graphics intern in the Red River Trade Council. She is working with Del Wright on sites for the Manufacturer's Network. Melissa began working at the RRTC in January 1999 and will graduate from Bemidji State University in May with a bachelor’s degree in Design Technology with specialization in Exhibit and Graphic Design with a minor in Visual Art.
--Jo Gast

Book Buyback
Book buyback at the UMC Bookstore is scheduled May 17 through 20, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
--Leela Hier

UMC Insight
UMC Insight will be aired Saturday, May 8, at 8:45 a.m. on KROX (AM 1260). Tune in this week to hear "Sports: A Review of the Past, a Look to the Future" with Marv Bachmeier.

Attachments
(Attached to the paper copy of this edition of the bulletin)

• "U Can Count on US" Celebration!
• Encouraging Employee Creativity
• GPA Distribution Summary, Office of the Registrar, Winter Quarter 1999
• Office of the Registrar, Enrollment by Program, Spring Quarter 1999

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