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Vol. 46, No.9
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Th ursday, Sept. 3, 1992
Student Union near completion by Ilene Meeks Staff Writer
Finally, after months of reconstruction and an in vestment of $1.7 million dollars, the City College Student Union will re-open for business by Sept. 15. A re-dedication ceremony will be held at 10 a.m. Sept. 30. The remodeled student union, adjacent to Admi ssions and Records, is visible to many new students. The exterior received a new tan paint job and new light fixtures in front of the Union. Getting rid of 'the Pit' is one of the most interesting features about the student union, according to Philip Mowry, the director of plant, planning, operation and maintenance. The 'Pit,' a sunken area once in front of the union, was filled with cement and now has grass and benches in its place. Many returning students and faculty are wondering why the student union did not open on the
first day of school. Two major reasons: defective carpet and flooring problems. Chuck Southward, associate dean of student services, said that while laying the carpet upstairs, construction workers found sections defective. This required sending it back to the company, delaying the work for several more weeks. The major problems the construction team encountered were too much moisture in the concrete and asbestos contamination. They bad to wait for the floor to dry and seal it. Some minor problems are basically last minute touch-ups. Like the new kitchen is still waiting for many of the appliances to be installed like the drink machines. The kitchen also bas to be approved by the health department. "Hodgson Construction Co. did an excellent job on the student union. I am generally pleased with the results," remarked Southward. Southward bas been involved
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The new courtyard, once the Pit, outside the remodeled north face of the Student Union. Photo by Chris Geer
in the whole planning process of the union as a members of the College Facilities Planning Committee, and a chairperson on the Student Union Furnishings Committee. One new aspect of the union is it will f?e completely non-smoking. "Hopefully it won't be an issue.
meeting room, private study I:'OOIDS and a video arcade. The area outside the Bookstore and the Physical Fitness Center also received new entrances and benches along with patches of new grass. "(It's the) nicest thing to happen to City College since I came to the district," said Mowry.
Two new instructors, dean join City College by Allison Torres Campus Editor
Larkin, new chef, serves students free Coffee and doughnuts compliments of the Associated Students Council at the Welcome Day and Club Day on Wed. Sept. 2, Outside the refurbished Student Union. Photo by Ryan Bates
I think students will abide by the new rule of not smoking," commented Southward. Some new attractions to look forward to when the student union re-opens are: a big screen television, $80,000 worth of new furniture, broadcasting and information booths, new Associated Student Council offices, a council
San Jose City College has a new administrator and two new full-time instructors. Karen Grosz was appointed Assistant Dean of Language Arts. Dr. Londa J. Larson and Debra Barth assumed positions in chemistry and social science, respectively. "San Jose City College is certainly fortunate to have one of the most highly respected educators in the State of California joining our college," stated Dean of Instruction, Martha Kanter. Grosz will head a department that includes English, English as a Second Language (ESL), Reading and Journalism, taught by 45 faculty members. Grosz taught English composition at Santa Monica College for 21 years. She has B.A.'s from UCLA and Coe College in Iowa, an M.A. in English from the University of Illinois, with advanced study in linguistics and languages, and is completing a Ph. D. in higher education at UCLA. Grosz also served on the Board of Governors of the Californ ia Community Colleges as president of the Statewide Acade111ic Sen-
ate, and numerous task-forces and policy making groups. Dr. Larson has many honors and awards in her field. She attended the CSU at Hayward where she received the President's annual Service Award on the Dean's List, 1981-84. She has also been recognized with the Dupont Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award, AA Research Assistant/Mentor Fellowship from UCLA, and the UC President's Postdoctoral Fellowship from UC Davis. Barth has a B.A. in History, Minor Political Science, from UCLA, and an M. A. in Social Science (History and Anthropology) from San Jose State University. Barth began substitute teaching for the Fremont Unified School District in 1979. She instructed sixth grade at Carden El Encanto School, Santa Clara, until 1984. She then taught Social Studies and English for St. Joseph's School , Mountain View, until 1986. Other new staff members to get acquainted with are Marlene Kirkham , lib rary tec hn icia n; Christopher Hayes, Financial Aid Clerk; Roberta Mendoza-Ortiz, Staff Assistant I, Language Arts;
Karen Grosz, Asst. Dean of Language Arts Cenovia Perez, Staff Assistant, EOP & S Office; Mary Udoutch, Program Aide II, Math and Science; Carol Vasquez, Program Aide IT, Lang. Arts; Daniel Accardo and Carl Simpson, Police Officers. Ernest H. Berg is Evergreen Valley College's interim President replacing Richard G. Carpenter, who accepted the presidency of John C. Calhoun Community College in Huntsville, Alabama. Berg recently was the interim dean of the School of Educational Resources, Research and Technologies at the College of the Desert (Palm Desert). And he was interim Executive Director of tba California Association of Community Colleges. "We are truly pleased to have available to us a person of Dr. Berg' s stature who is well known and recognized in community colleges throughout California," said District Chancellor Ronald A. Kong.
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Questioniog values T
he Republican Party sent a clear message to America during its 1992 convention: it is not on! y acceptable to discriminate in the United States, it is encouraged. Members of the GOP were clearly going out of their way to verbally bash homosexuals. The Republicans spewed "Family values" nonstop during the convention, but added a sordid twist. What type of "family values" would allow the discrimination and hatred toward another individual? Discriminate against homosexuals. Don't serve them in restaurants. Don't hire them in the workplace. If you see one on the street, tell them their kind is not wanted in this kinder, gentler nation. California senator John Seymour did. He eloquently stated "We don't want your kind here." The fact that delegates applauded that derogatory and hateful remark is disgusting. Do these "family values" mean that when a couple realizes th~ir son or daughter is a homosexual, they should disown them en the grounds that the child's sexual preference is not to their liking? Or is it
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they should not hire, rather frre, all homosexuals working for them? An underlying message could be interpreted that would be devastating to people's equal rights; not only is discrimination acceptable behavior in society, but possible violence, or "gay bashing," is also acceptable. The problem of violence towards members of the gay/lesbian community does not need any more national encouragement, especially by the supporters of this country's president, and members of his administration. With the strong conservative stand the party is using to get George Bush re-elected, there may be a provision to the amendment stating that all people are granted the freedoms in the Constitution "with the exception of homosexuals." Why should they be considered lesser citizens than anyone else just because they choose to live a different lifestyle? Why should the Republicans' "gay bashing" be such an important factor in t11e party's platform, and Bush's chances of re-election?
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No choice in election T
he November elections will give the voters a typical selection. We can choose more voodoo Reaganomics or the mega-government proposals of a self-confessed pot smoker who wasn't skilled enough in his drug use to enjoy the effects. Elections over the last twenty years have not been so much about who to vote for, as about who to vote against. The candidates themselves are acutely aware of this situation and mudslinging is rampant. "Family Values!" howl the pundits of greed from the top floor windows of the White House. Damn straight, George. You supported your son and heir when he should have been jailed for his role in a Texas Savings and Loan collapse, but as they say: the family that steals together, squeals together. A smoke and mirror award should be issued to the Republican party for inventing an "average American" vs. "liberal Hollywood" platform to stand behind, rat11er
than offering any practical solutions for the nation's ills. The Democrats have an exciting concept to push their party: jobs and free health care for everyone. They'll get the jobs by taxing and bankrupting potential employers. No one is quite sure where the money for doctors and medicine will come from, but one must admit that it sure sounds good. As depressing as the November elections will be to the average American voter, there is a satisfactory solution to t11e election dilemma: throw the bums out. Although there is no guarantee that the fresh crop of potential demagogues won' t be every bit the pimp and panderer that our current rash of elected officials are, voter refusal to re-elect incumbent politicians may fire the warning shot needed to possibly make tl1is a govenunent of the people, by the people, for the people.
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Boldon returns from Barcelona City College s~udent competes for Trinidad by Mark Gomez Staff Writer
Many athletes train a lifetime to get a single opportunity to compete in the Olympic Games. For San Jo~ City College student A to Boldon, it took just three years. "Who would have thought that in three years, I'd be running in a heat next to Linford Christie," (winner of the gold in the 100-meter dash) said Boldon. Boldon competed in the 1992 Summer Olympics for Trinidad, the Caribbean island nation where he was born and reared until age
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Ato Boldon displays his Olympic fonn at San Jose City College. Photo by Ryan Bates
He competed in both the 100meter and 200-meter, and at 18, was one of the youngest sprinters at the 92' games. Boldon is in his second year at City College. Boldon' s road to the Olympics
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began at 15, when he moved to the United States with his mother and brother after his parents divorced. He attended high school in New York, where he continued the sport he had always played back home, soccer. It was while playing soccer that his track career began. "The soccer team practiced during the fall, the same time that cross country was practicing on the track field. The track coach, Joe Trupiano, noticed my speed and asked me to give track a try," said Boldon. He ran a 100-meter sprint for the track coach, won, and participated in his first full track season the following spring. "Had I not run, I never would have run track. He's the reason I am running track now ," said Boldon. After his junior year, his mother moved to Atlanta, and he chose to
attend school in California. He spent his senior year at Piedmont Hills High School in San Jose, where he went undefeated in his senior year. He was heavily recruited by many schools nationwide. "You name the college, I heard from them. U.S .C, Georgetown, Brown University," said Boldon. Although Boldon chose to eventually attend U.S.C., he decided to first attend City College. "City College seemed like the choice," Boldon said, because of City College track coach Steve Hass. "He was a track star in his days, and he was coached by the coach at U.S .C," said Boldon. Boldon wasn't sure if he would make the trip to Trinidad for the Olympic trials. "I felt like I had a
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Football team will begin 1992 season with Gay back by Sean Peterson Sports Editor
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The San J o~ City College football team, coming off a 2-8 overall
record last season, will begin their 1992 season with returning head coach Howard Gay. He began his coaching career with City College in 1981, and has been very successful, including winning a conference championship. Assistant coach Don Stagnaro led the SJ CC football team last season, while Gay sat out a year. Although it is too early to tell what the season has in store, Gay is looking forward to a competitive, hard-fought season. The first real test for the team will be a scrimmage against Modesto, Friday, September 4. Modesto tied for league champions in their division last season. This scrimmage will be a good gauge for Gay. The player evaluation is still in process, and Gay feels that no one has secured a definite spot on the roster yet However, there are some outstanding players trying to make
the roster. Jason Heard, a parttime starter at quarterback last season, and freshman quarterback Chris Brooks, lookstrong. Sophomores Trevor Eyles and Elmor Scott appear to be a force at tight end. Others include freshmen Jeff Garcia, and Brandon Nelson at
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wide receiver. Sophomore Lee Santos could also be a quality player. Troy Gassaway is a retumingfullbackandco-captain. Freshmen tailback, Keshean Conner seems to have good speed. Pelesa Gaoetete returns as nose-guard. James Eskridge and Scott Sechrist look tough at the comers. Also, Mark ByersandRobertJones appear strong at linebacker. Gay feels the strongest area of the team will be at quarterback and
wide receiver. He also believes the team has plenty of depth in the running game. When asked about the defense, Gay said, "If we can stay healthy, the defense should be fairly solid." Chabot College, Diablo Valley College and San Francisco City College always figure to be tough competition within the league. The biggest test for the Jaguars will be against Los Medanos College in the season opener on Satur-
day, September 12. Los Medanos had a record of 8-3-1 and were cochampions of their league. They also won the Lions Bowl at Cabrillo College. According to Gay, there are new and exciting changes happening at City College, such as the new Student Union, the Fitness Center and the new scoreboard. In addition, the football team will be sporting new uniforms with redesigned helmet logos.
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chance of making it," said Boldon, and with encouragement from Hass and trainer George Salazar, he decided to return to Trinidad for the trials. During the Olympics, Boldon was unable to get past any of the preliminary heats in his events, but his performance may have been hampered by a loss of weight resulting from a bout with the flu a few weeks prior. "My mistake was while the rest of the team was training in Europe, I was running in the Central American and Caribbean Junior Championships in Honduras," said Boldon. Boldon won the meet, but he also caught the flu." Ilost 10-15 pounds, a tremendous amount for someone my size," said Boldon. For Boldon, participating in the opening ceremonies was an unforgettable experience. " .. .it can't be
duplicated anywhere else," be said. When Boldon was not competing, he would enjoy the sights of Barcelona and see other events. One of the high points of his Olympic experience was meeting his boyhood track idol, Ben Johnson. "I've always been a fan, despite all the stuff that happened... He was always a role model to me." Boldon would like to return to the Olympics in 1996, but is hesitant to devote the next four years of his life training for the Olympics. "I plan to graduate by 1995, one year outside of the 1996 Olympics ... I have some short term goals, like winning an NCAA championship and graduating," he said. Boldon's mother is more confident in her son's return trip to Atlanta in 96', where she lives. "She is already making plans to go," he said.
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Marty Kendall tells story of Nellie Bly for children Danny Sarinana Staff Writer
English instructor Martha E. Kendall is a woman of many worlds: educator, musician, mother and author. She is a professional who wears many hats, all of which come second to her family. Kendall and her husband, a professional musician, live in the Santa Cruz Mountains with their two children. The most intriguing aspect of Kendall's talents is her experience as an author. Her most recent book is "Nellie Bly," a biography of a pioneer woman journalist. Nellie Bly is famous for having gone around the world in less than 80 days in the 1800's while working as a newspaper reporter. While attending San Jose State University, Kendall decided there was a need to educate children in their own language about importantAmericans, especially women. "Children should not have to wait until they're adults to learn about important people," she said. She is also awaiting publication of books on wildlife artist John James Audubon, entitled "Artist of the Wild," and "Pinata Party," a picture book in which a Hispanic youngster teaches Anglo twins how to make a pinata. Among her many other published works is "Elizabeth Cady Stanton," aboutoneofthefounders of the women's rights movement in America, and "Scenes of American Life," a book that is often used in teaching language
Martha Kendall shows off her new book on journalist Nellie Bly. photo by Chris Geer
and culture to adult immigrants. As busy as she is, Kendall still finds time to enjoy her favorite hobby, music . She sings and plays an array of instruments,
including the cello, fid dle, mandolin and guitar. "Since becoming a mother, I've had to cut down on performances," she said.
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