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Four-day week Get away or I'll bite you! in SJCC future? day week is, the change of hours could benefit teachers by increasing their wages. Recently, the Academic Senate "There's a quirk in the law," Jo~CityCollegeandEver Butler adds, " ... there are certain Valley College went on hourly rates at which you're paid as being in favor of at. (They're) paid at the hour, the ~hn.rt.-.,•inn the calendar from 17 quarter hour, the half hour, the a half weeks to 16, starting in three quarter hour." eptember and ending shortly "Therefore," be continued, Christmas. " ... the ADA, or the amount of Although this change wouldn 't money generated by a 65 minute in effect until the fall of 1998, it class generates the same amount but the first of many changes. of money as a hour and a quarter 'The bottom line is we abso- class ... we can take advantage of bavetobaveacalendarwbicb that, therefore, by offering classes after September first," said that move five minutes into the Butler, president of the next quarter hour, and thus we could r.ca.:Jemic Senate and an instructor actually be paid more income per City College. "It's killing us class minute of instruction." enrollment to start so late." "I think what happens is even if In a move that is certain to at- we do go Monday through Thursevery student at both City day, some classes, five unit classes, and Evergreen, the Aca- are going to have to be held on Senate will be deciding Friday," said Butler. : .llnPth .... to change the school "When we teach longer classes, from a five day school the faculty and the students will to a four day week. have to be here further into the Although the change would give afternoon," be continued. "So an fVt-uu~enLS a three day weekend, it impact might be for many of our also lead to longer class hours. students that have jobs that work in "It's been in the works since the afternoon, there might be a College, one of our sister little less availability." in Aptos, instigated the "Evening classes wouldn't be ...-oOT"!:I,"" and they're going to be particularly affected by this this spring," said Butler. program ... the affect will just be on In September, James Black ran day classes in the configuration 'straw poll' asking the faculty, there,"said Butler. jUillDJStratic)l] and instructors bow 'The mini-semester will probfeltaboutthepossiblecbanges. ablybefurthersbortened,(because) percent said that they wanted to the one thing we're gonna try to the school year start before move towards is offering fast track Day. programs," said Butler. "I'd like to When asked whether they see classes that are taught like the school week to consist summer school, in which you go four days or five, 73 percent through the entire class in six the four day week. weeks, so in the space of one se"The problem," Butler said, mester there's actually two sepathen have to increase rate classes offered." "lllnber of minutes that each "Machine technology and air llleets. It's easier for Mon- conditioning literally have an entire \Vednesday and Friday classes one year program that's condensed it is for, say, a normal 5 day a into one semester," said Butler. 5 hour class." The Senate will be deciding As COmplicated as the problem which calendar to recommend on 1'-UUIO~i''" between a four or five the first Tuesday of November.
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Mari Matsumoto/The Times Joseph Urzua during his Geology lab, keeping careful watch so that he's not disturbed, thereby ensuring him a good grade in the class.
Making dollars and cents of the budget Kristina Nicholas Assistant Editor San Jose/Evergreen Community College District bas projected revenues greater than $71 million in its 1997-98 Adoption budget, which is an increase of approximately $7 million over last year's projected actuals. However, the budget increase is tied up by state regulations and is part of a calculated 3 percent increase due to the standard ofliving. "Since our enrollment is about even, the general amount bas stayed the same," said Chancellor Geraldine Evans. 'The legislature bas appropriated more money, but it is put in certain categories ... we can only spend it in those areas." When speaking of the budget, the district refers to the general fund, which is expected to accumulate more than $45 million and is the main fund. This fund, with sources that include local property taxes as well as enrollment, student and parking fees. The general fund's beginning
balance on July 1 was approximately $3.7 million, considerably down from the July 1, 1996level. "We anticipated that it would be lower as a result of a number of one-time expenditures in 1996-
lio1nvestback . '' into the organization, make it better... and give students the best possible education. Michael Hill Vice Chancellor 97," said Vice Chancellor Michael Hill in a memo addressing the budget 'TheJulybalancereflects adjustments to cover a shortage of $682,501 in the Institute for Busi-
ness Performance (IBP) operations." The IBP failed to make a profit and ended with a total deficit of $819,516, causing the district to dip into the general fund to cover costs. Other one-time expenditures include recruitment, marlceting and ADA programs which contributed to the deficit. Hill said the district expects revenues in excess to expenditures and the general fund is expected to have excess revenues in the amount of $632,716. Provisions haven't been made, however, to cover the costs of staff salary and benefit adjustments, which bargaining for those adjustments was still in progress at the time the budget was drafted. Depending on bow much the adjustments will be when agreed upon, the budget might still slide into a deficit, Hill said. As for what is planned for this fiScal year, general priorities have been made. "To invest back into the organi-
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Retail workers battle for tribute
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Editorial
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lthough the recent resignation of the Associated Student Council presi dent and vice-president came as a shock to many, it is not surprising considering the recent apathy of students at San Jose City College. 'Throughout City College's history, student involvement has been necessary to keep the school running smoothly. However, as this year has progressed, student involvement has been pointedly lacking. Dr. Chui Thang's Brown Bag lunches, which are intended to allow students, staff and faculty to discuss their ideas with the president, have a low student turnout rate, with less than a total of ten students attending the lunches. These lunches are a way for students to allow their views to be heard and to hear what the president thinks about many issues that affect them, yet almost no one shows up. No one wants to take the time. Dare we say that no one cares? Along the same lines, many clubs have been hard-pressed to find enough members to retain their club status and even "necessary" groups (like the school newspaper) are barely squeakingby. The ASC is desperately trying to fill positions that were never filled in the last election and those left open by the recent resignations. However, as of Oct 1, no applications were
turned in for the two positions, and the ASC is still trying to function without the majority of its officers. Students do not seem to be willing to take the time to join committees, attend ASC meetings, or even join a club, yet they demand their needs to be met. How do we expect these demands to be met when there are no student representatives at meetings where policies are made that affect students? How do we expect people to be watching out for our needs if we're not even willing to take the time to join a club? The planned Learning Resource Center, a building that would tremendously improve our campus, has had its funding blue line by the governor, yet very few students seem to care. Many don't even know the plan existed. We are complaining about the parking and the dilapidated appearance of the school, yet practically no one is willing to go to a district board meeting to let the trustees know that there is a problem. As a school and as a student group, we have a long way to go before we succeed in bettering our situation, yet every little step helps. The first step, the step that will start the ball rolling, is to join a club, committee, or the ASC and get involved.
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I would like to pay tribute to that small part of the American work force which is often overlooked and taken for granted, yet plays an intricate role in all our lives. Not policemen, not teachers, not even politicians. The ones I'm referring to are retail workers. You know, the ones who sell you your morning cup of coffee, or ring up that new shirt you ' re buying for that date you have on Friday night. Many people fail to see the importance of these die hard customer service representatives, but where would we be without them? Being a seasoned veteran with eight years sales experience, I guess I have a unique insight of what these individuals must deal with on a daily basis. To fully appreciate them, you must put yourself in their shoes and experience the dilemmas they must overcome on a daily basis. The day begins when you finally crawl out of bed after bitting the snooze bar for the eighth time. Realizing you only have half an hour to get to work, you switch to high speed mode, shaving, ironing, and making breakfast simultaneously. On the way to work, somebody cu~ you off as you try to merge on the freeway, causing the coffee in your lap to spill all over your pants as you slam on the breaks. Once at work, the real battle begins. The first sign of a seasoned employee is when you find yourself going to work looking at the customers as the enemy. Each sale you have is a battle in the "retail war". As a sales person you are a soldier. The foxhole or semi-safe zone is the register terminal. Once you leave the "foxhole", you're on your own. Answering questions, running to get things, putting things away, greeting the enemy. All for six taxable dollars an hour. Six dollars to pay for school fees and books, Visa bills, car payments, rent and food. The manager is always angry,
her manager even more so, and mangers above them act like erything is all right. They smoke too much, o stock in some trendy coffee h never eat but some bow weigh much. The managers form their o little clans against each other get along comically superficial! The customers are the best worst part of the job. Armed with returns, recei catalogues, children, credit car checkbooks, pagers, cell phon sunglasses, keys, diaper ba purses, mothers, fathers, dau ters, in-laws, and finally attitu and tempers, they herd themselv into the stores ready to use an • lose all of the above mentio articles in the ongoing retail w ~ Meanwhile, the sales peop (never to be called clerks), caught right in the middle of · They have managers on their b about bow to be a good custo service representative and cus ers down their throat about terrible the service. Meanwhile, the same cust ers' child is tearing through a play and wiping snot on eve it touches. In twenty minutes, that kid will be either lost or ing because something finally t U onbim. \1 If the latter happens, the person must call in a manger to . out an insurance form in case li parent of the child sues. And the only consolation the sales representative bas is reassuring thought that they can ford dinner at the end of the w If this short anthology on the tail sounds harsh, that is beca it is harsh. So the next time you're w · ing in line to purchase some · at a store, and the lines backed a bit, instead of getting imp · and quietly cursing the sales ciate at the counter, think back your worst day at work, and member that these guys and g have days like that every day. Maybe instead of getting an you should tilt your bat to hard workers and show some predation. After all, it was probably of these individuals who sold) that bat.
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SPEAKOUT§IPJEAKOU1rSPEAKOUT§IPIEAKOU1r What do you think about a four-day school week?
Tyree Mack Business Management "I would be pleased. I would have five days a week to talk to pretty females instead of four."
Maria Morote Business "I do not really like to come to school on Fridays. I would not mind."
Reggie Williams Undecided
Sarah Elledge Business
Kith Griff Undecided "Happy. I would have one less day I have to travel."
"I think it would be better for everybody. I would have more time to study."
"It would be cool because you have three days off for the weekend. I would have less pressure." Photos: Mari Matsumoto
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Is school a building block or just a big hassle? "'h-when will it ever end?" we all complain, as we trudge up the
endless flights of stairs, weighed down with several five-pound books on our backs, and a double shot of cappuccino in hand. Huffing and puffmg toward the library 10 cram for tests that teachers have decided to give all in the same three-day period, many of us often 1 throw our hands up in exasperation, wondering if all of this will be Worth it Questions swim in our heads, like: "Why bother?
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e Does college really shape who we become later in life? eWhatis it that we are learning? e Is it worth it?" Since I have attended Ohlone, I have seen students, including myself, battle with thoughts of moving far away to Timbuktu, never to deal with college hassles such as highlighted notes, midterm madness and mysterious looking cafeteria food. But admit it There are parts of college that we understand are necessary for later success. Our commitment to the future-how-
ever vague-lures us to Ohlone every day as we make the fantastic voyage from the parking lot to our designates classes. There are reasons why we wake up in the moming and continue to weave through the trials and tribulations of Mission Boulevard traffic, trying to avoid the Fremont traffic cops as we drive over the speed limit in frantic search of a decent parking space in Parking Lot B. As much as we rant and rave, school is, for most of us, the building blocks for who and where we will be in the next few years.
We begin to stop complaining about how much social inconvenience college involves and realize that coasting through life as if it is one big party will only slow us down to where we really want to be. We notice friends that we met our first semester have begun buckling down, moving on and finding better careers, new jobs, or moving on to four-year universities. We start realizing that we don't want 10 be left behind. The fact is that no one else can determine one's success but one's self. Whining about cafeteria food, stairs
that are equal to a quick workout at 24 Hr. Nautilus. and friends that distract us are really minuscule comparedtowhereeachofuscould end up once we set our goals and deal with the stress and minor obstacles college bestows on us. We bother with the hassles of college, not just because college is what our parents nag us to endure, but because we understand that a degree, a good job, or developing better skills helps our personal sense of self in the long run. by Kat Reyes Chambers The Ohlone Monitor
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While m the child Built in 1979, the Child chance to both attend school center is located near the offers quality care for the Like its Evergreen Valley from two years nine months Family Studies and parent v and teachers work together ports home and family. All hours a week and attend one At the center, the children work in both teacher and the Child Care Food Pro afternoon snacks to all of the Currently, there are 50 have 60 children, there is a parent needs to take at least the spouse has to be either a Parents can apply for for spring semesters. The Fees are charged on a uLL\.A..U~\.. ment of Education and based The center is open 7:30 a can enroll their children for call (408) 288-3759 for City
Patrick Brown, wearing a big 'ol cowboy hat, sings a song for his buddies at day care.
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Tomorrow's future marine Robert Landman, Bradley n~•·"'"""nn,.
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A photogram, made by placing objects on photo-sensitive paper and exposing them to light, can be anything: as seen by Matt Teel's circles and Mildred Da~ila-Perez'leaves.
'Seven Years in Tibe , captivates audience by Layla Aguilera Special to The Times
Faire goers add life to the Renaissance Faire by dressing in authentic looking costume.
Renaissance relived through Faire
Luisa Prieto Staff Writer
The Renaissance Pleasure Faire doesn't just touch all five senses, it brings them to life through the lively costumes, music, shows, food and crafts of a long ago era. Located north of San Francisco in Novato, the Faire has just celebrated its 31st anniversary. Over the years it has added more attractions and grown from the hobby of a few people to a weekend attraction for families. Although the Faire appears small on the outside, within its outdoor compound is a world that can take one from England to the Middle East within feet of one another. While gorgeous jewelry and costumes vie for one's attention, flower and velvet hats of all shapes and sizes peak out from behind colorful banners. Dragon and fairy stained glass ornaments hang overhead in some places, casting rainbow hues onto the ground as sunlight weaves through them. Then there's the food. Not only does the Faire celebrate the best
aspects of the Renaissance through crafts, one can also sample the rich diversity from various countries through food. From sweet but sticky deserts to Cornish pastries, the Faire has an abundant display of food from both the Renaissance and from various countries. At the Traders Market alone, there is Greek styled Gyros, Middle Eastern coffees and Russian Piroshkis. Elsewhere there were churros and ale. There were a variety of shows to watch. From amusing stories about mischievous changelings, as in 'A Changeling's Tale,' to graceful and passionate dances, as with the 'Hahbi Ru Middle Eastern Dance,' the performances were lively and offered a place to rest between shopping. From turtle racing to archery, the games were interesting and entertaining. Mter all, where else could a person dunk a pirate one minute and get lost in a dragon maze the next? Although the current edition of the Faire ended Oct 5, it usually runs 16 to 17 weekends every year, so look for it
"Seven Years In Tibet" opening Oct. 10, magnificently shrouds the viewer with a medley of emotions. The film is based on the Austrian mountain climber Heinrich Harrer during his stay in Tibet in the 1940's war ravaged era. Harrer, played by Brad Pitt (Legends Of The Fall) and a group of comrades carry through on their attempt to climb one of the highest peaks of the Himalayas. Their much anticipated mission sours as World War II breaks out and they are captured and made prisoners of war by British troops in India. Harrer and the groups' initial mountain climbing guide, Peter Aufschnaiter, played by David Thewlis, are the only ones able to escape. Together they make an amusing duo as they concoct methods of maneuvering guards at the border of Tibet Pitt and Thewlis eventually succeed in outsmarting the guards and at the arrival of the city of Lhasa, home of the Dalai Lama, the two soon depart their separate ways. Granted the opportunity of
a lifetime, Pitt serves as a mentor and friend to fourteenth Dalai Lama likewise learns a few able lessons about life. A deep friendship between them as a result anguish stemming f Pitt's personal life and cems the holy one has the future of his city. "Seven Years In Ti directed by Jean-Jaq Annaud, is undoubtedly pable of captivating ences' attention with its freshing plot and sense adventure. th
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Burke Smith/The Times Members of the San Jose City College Cross Country team practice running in their continued search for a team victory.
San Jos~ City College's cross country team faces more obstacles than just the course this season. The team, consisting of the minimum five participants for conference participation, has been short of qualification at two of three meets this year. The season opening meet in Fresno, Sept 13, was attended by only two of the City College runners. The second · meet of the season, the Sierra Invitational on Sept. 20, saw the first team finish for the small Jaguar team. The team fmished in thirteenth place of thirteen teams. This apparently low finish does not, however, reflect the cohesive effort of the team. City College's top fmisher at this event, Louis Andre, placed 61 out of a total of 102 participants with a time of25:12. The remaining team members fmished as follows: Oliver Torres, 63; Jaime Munoz, 72; MattNewbrough, 73 and Jorge Perez, 78. CoachSteveHaasindicatedthatthisclosegrouping oftheteam'splacementisagoodattributeforacross country team, but consistency is not enough if it is at the back of the pack.
The Jaguar team, although one member short ol team participation qualification, showed significan1 improvement at the Lou Vasquez Invitational Oct. 3. The four competing members all produced improved times over the previous meet, despite the fact that the course was 1110 km longer. Haas said that cross country, unlike football and basketball which focus on win/loss records, allow~ competitors to monitor individual improvement and attain more personal satisfaction. Cross country as an individual sport teache~ important attributes that can be applied in othe1 aspects oflife. Ifrunners learn that hard work produce~ results and brings success, Haas said. Haas derives his own personal satisfaction ill coaching this small and relatively young team, not ill terms of wins and losses, but in cultivating the effon and improvement in his runners. Haas' goals for the team this year are to keep all five members healthy enough to compete as a team, to continue the improvement that has been shown b) alloftherunnersand finally, to finish the season third in the conference. The next trial for the Jaguars is Coast Meet #1 , Friday at Torro Park, Salinas. Race#1 begins at 3:0C p.m., race #2 begins at 3:45p.m.
Lady Jags come out strong in pre-season matches. Luisa Prieto Staff Writer Although the volleyball season won't officially begin until November, the San Jos~ City CollegeJaguarshave already been !)'eparing for it through a series of matches with other schools. On Oct. 3 and 4, the team
played in a tournament with 20 other community colleges. "We had 20 of the best teams of Califomia,"said SamHuena, head coach. ''We won our pool, which was 3 wins over Mendecino. We beat them in two. We beat Ohlone in 3 games,andthenwe beatShasta in 3 games also." "It was a pretty fruitful day,"
Huerta added, " ... we ended up in thefirstplaceand thatputusinone of of the five divisions ." As a result, the team was the fifth first place team. The first four placed teams were placed in the gold division while the fifth team was placed in the silver division . The Jags placed in the silver divisionandplayedagainstShasta,
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"Once our conference starts we Staff writer can start over fresh. The standings will be back to 0-0. A ftrst or second In the Oct. 4 game against place finish will almost ensure a Merced, theSanJo~CityCollege chance to play in a bowl game," football team lost 23- 16, making said Gay. "Last year the team started them 1 in 4 this season. out the same way, but once the According to head Coach conference started they picked Howard Gay, "The kids should themselves up and played a great 1 • feel good about themselves. They conference." gave Merced seven points because Gay said the team could do a lot of a blocked field goal," he said. to improve, saying that ''They need The team made 16 first downs to play together as a team. Be less by passing, eight by rushing and erratic. They need to put more two by penalty. They had 13 emotion into the game and also to COmpleted passes, two of which be able to play hard for the 60 minutes." ar were touchdown passes. This season the team has been Gay said that he was playing fairly erratic somewhat disappointed with the record, but inexperienced. "They will make a that he had anticipated the team to &OOd play and not follow up with play erratically. The Jags played West Hills on another good play," said Gay
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Sept. 27 and lost 1~ 12. "We played much much better against Merced than West Hills. Merced is our best game so far," said Gay. When asked if there was one player who stepped up and helped to make the key plays, Gay said "Not really. It was more of a group effort. Of course every coach likes to have one star or a group of stars, but every coach also likes to have a good group effort." However, Gay says that his team has learned a lot ''The freshman are learning more about how to play college football. The defense has learned that they need to tackle better and the offense has learned to be more active in the game." The Jaguars ' next game is at 7 p.m. Oct. 12 against the College of the Sequois at SJCC.
Butte and Featheriver. "We were 0-3 against those teams," Huerta said, "but we saw somegoodcompetition.Andthat's basically what pre-season is all about...(getting) those individuals some competition so when the league does come around they've all had a ... diet of college competition, and then we could
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from 6 p.m: to 11 p.m. Oct. 24 irl the ColiegeJJnioo. The theme iS Halloween Masquerade~· TicketS on sale now ffi foam U-212 Business Sefvices. the Athletic OftiCes and room 303. Cost is $5 ~ithout .~ ~B <eard or $~\vith. Refreshments are provided, along with the chance to win door prizes.
-· st~nt tutors ke n~ell in ~ subject are£ but particularly in If you are enrolled ili 6 units and desire to assist fellow mathl!1lla~cs .
st~oerits, You may 6e eligible to\vork as~ tutor. See Susan Smith in the Learning Center. (G.E. 209);for further infoimatioiL
• The La Raza Student Alliance is currently seeking new members in room U200. For more infoimation. call298-2181 ext. 3901.
t? join the club. Meetings are held at 1p.in. every Friday
il 'f!i~ Moot~tionGroup meets from 7:15 to ~a:rit. every Monday
moriiing in the dance studio, room 211-D. Everyone is welcome to join.)·-·:
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Ill n_e-·sanJo~Ci~ College Libciry in now open from 11:00 a.m. t.o 3:00p.m: on Saturday.
. -TheBlackHistory Month Planning Committee meets from 2:30 to 3:30 p.in. every Wednesday in the G.E. Conference Room. The comlniuee would like to extend an open invitation for anyone to come and share ideas. Compiled by Amy BergesOn
SJCC graduate dies of pulmonary embolism Regina Gross Patterson, a San Jost City College graduate, died on Oct 3 from a pulmonary embolism. Patterson was born in Oaldand and grew up in Milpitas, fmally attending City College, where she graduated and moved on to San Jost State University. Patterson was well known by the policy making groups almost everywhere she went. She ran for mayor of Milpitas repeatedly, as well as city counsil. Friends remember her as an outspoken person who stood up for what she believed in. "She didn 'tlet everyone else's opinions of her stop her from doing what she believed was right," says Cyndi Kessler, ASC newsletter Secretary. Kessler also said that "She
felt what she was doing was important." Patterson was very involved with City College and often attended ASC meetings. "She was concerned about public safety, as well as student issues," said Marie Chatterton, acting ASC chair. Patterson invited San lost/Evergreen Community College District chief of police Bud Bye to a recent AS meeting to discuss campus safety. Patterson was 49, enjoyed swimming and basketball and bad been living most recently with her daughter MalikaPatterson of Santa Clara. The ASC adjourned the Oct.9 meeting in her honor with a moment of silence.
Mari Matsumoto/The Times The lab is the first and only lab in the country, as a result of the "Corporation/Community" project that combines Intel and SJCC.
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Budget - F = - r o - m - = P = - - a g - e - 1 . - - - - - - - - - - - - - l zation, make it better ...and give students the best possible education," Hill said. Chancellor Evans said the priorities for this year are "to make the district better, to improve the delivery of instruction, better serve the students, [and] improving the quality of instruction." Several projects, included in this budget, will proceed. The WIN proposal, planned for January, designed to help welfare students become gainfully employed within 18-24months. It is a modularized acceleration program
funded by GAIN, which will cover the programs initial costs. Technology funding bas also been increased this year and the district plans to continue increasing the funding by $125,000 each year. Most of the funding provided will cover equipment costs. Two major ADA projects equaling $1.2 million for each college will go in effect this year. Evergreen Valley College and San Jost City College will improve access to restrooms, outside areas and the replacement of door handles.
Another project scheduled begin, is an "innovative am:>rO<ldl to instructional delivery via Internet," Hill said. The project, which will be to everyone, is expected to be and running this January. courses are mainly progrrurnm1m~ type languages, are self-paced, cost the same as regular classes. a Evergreen bas been funded the ftrst phase of a moiOQVJnlurs:mn building and City College is waiting to hear if plans for Leaning Resources Center will provided for in the State Budget
Faculty association candidates Luisa Prieto Staff Writer
The Candidates' Forum for the Faculty Association election will be held at 1 p.m. today in U-207 in the College Union. Henry Gee, the incumbent, will
run for the position of president. "I have been at the forefront of the effort to bring this district into the computer age," Gee said. Spencer Shaw will also run for president of the Faculty Association. " ...1 want to open up lines of
communication," Shaw "Frankly, I've had enough of meetings, secret motions, and questered ftnancial records." 51 Anne Heffley, an instructor City College, will be running External Information Officer in · • coming election.
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