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arking fees may ouble for students worked through before the planning of the building can proceed. The proposal, which deals with trying to reduce the parking deficit by 2003 (rather than getting into the black), states that with the existing parking fees and maintenance requirements, by the year 2003, the district would be in debt for o ver $1.1 million simply by maintai ning the current parking lots. However, the proposal states that with the hi g he r fees and the new structure, the district would o nly be in de bt by $57,000, almost half of what it would owe with the existing program. The proposal plan s

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It also plans to increase the nt of available parking the building of a multiparking structure at San Jos~ College and issuing certifiofparticipation to fmance its f'WS"IfUC1llon (the COPs would be off using the parking fund

for an initial cost of $6.3

million dolIars for the structure, even though no plans for the structure have yet been made. The district plans on paying it off at $550,000 a year for 20 years, at a 6 percent interest rate. As surveys by the facilities committee have shown, one of the biggest concerns of San Jost City College' s students is the lack of adequate available parking. However, few students seem to

There are no formal plans for structure, as there are still a page 8. variables that need to be 18 ,....._of _ _ __ _ __ _ _ _ _See _ _Fees, ___ ___,

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Stay safe this holiday season ... Don't drink and drive!

Mary Wright of Counseling had her attention stolen by this adorable plush reindeer. The reindeer was a prize for a drawing held by the

Mari Matsumoto/The Times San Jose City College bookstore Wednesday afternoon. The lucky winner of the drawing would take home one of Santa's finest deer.

Faculty pay increase proposed Kristina Nicholas Assistant Editor A three-year proposal increasing faculty salaries for the 1997-2000 contract period. has been tentatively agreed upon by both the Faculty Association and the San lost/Evergreen Community College District. The FA's deadline to vote on the agreement is 2 p.m., Dec. 8. The proposal includes: • A gradual increase in faculty salaries. • A salary parity model for both full-time and part-time faaulty members. • A revision of Section 15.7, Banking Overload. • Clarifies the language of Article 19, Performance Evaluation-Tenured and Academic Hourly Faculty. • Revision of Article 20, Evaluation of No nTenured Faculty. • Notice of the FA's intent to propose a shortened semester . The proposal would increase contract and parttime salary schedules by 2 percent retroacti ve, since the proposed date of Aug. 14 has passed, and an additional2 percent by January 1998. Salaries would increase again in 1998-1999, at the start of the fall term, by 2.75 percent However, the 1998-1999 percentage will be increased by an additional 1.25 percent if expected growth funds are received from student enrollment For example, if an instructor made $40.11 per hour. at the end of the three year period. he or she would make $43.42 an hour if all expected growth fu nds are received.

The additional 1.25 percent will decrease, however, if the expected growth funds don't come in. If the district receives only 40 percent of the expected growth funds, the faculty salaries will only increase by 40 percent of 1.25 percentage. That would make a .5 percent increase. It was also proposed that a salary parity model be implemented to establish "a formal salary goal to the relative median of other local community college districts," according to the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Among the college districts used for comparison are: Contra Costa, Foothill/DeAnza, West Valley/ Mission, San Francisco, San Mateo, Chabot-Las Positas, Fremont/Newark and Peralta. The FA also revised Banking Overload, Section 15.7, to meet the restrictions required by an IRS ruling, concerning taxing employees for funds not yet received. The compromise provides "no taxes on money not yet received and ability to extract credit in the form of money in cases of emergency," according to the agreement Although, FA President Elect Spencer Shaw, recommended tha t FA mem bers withhold their votes until "the language of Article 15.7 is re-wrillen and clarified to protect FA interests," in an e-mail. Shaw said, that the language of the section was "extremely confusing and very probably unnecessarily restrictive." Article 20 was revised to allow continuity, consistency and fairness, according to the agreement. Under the changes, a time line was created to let faculty know what occurs during the evaluation proces and that the membership of the evaluation team remains constant for four years.

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A game of baby roulette n recent weeks, an Iowa family has made national news after the sensational birth of septuplets, four boys and three girls. Kenny and Bobbi McCaughey of Carlisle, Iowa, are the proud parents of seven newborns, ranging in weight from 2 pounds, 5 ounces to 3 pounds, 4 ounces. The septuplets were conceived due to the fertility drug Pergonal, which speeds up the process of egg maturation. Although the couple seems to have a great deal of support from neighbors and the community in general (including gifts of a lifetime supply of diapers, a new van and a new house), there will always be times when no one is available to help. Not only will the family have to raise seven children that are all the same age, they will also have to raise a 21 month old daughter, who seems to have been forgotten in the sensationalism of the moment. The birth of these children is an argument against the use of fertility drugs. Pergonal has an incidence rate of multiple gestation of 20 to 40 percent, with 25 percent of those multiple births being three or more babies. Not only is it not normal for women to be having litters, it's not normal to use fertil ity drugs at the tender age of 29, especially when the family has a 21 month old (which brings up the question of why they were using fertility drugs in the first place).

Not only does the multiple births shorten the gestation period (she had the children in the 31st week), but it also greatly increases the risk of death, with infant mortality rates 12 times higher than that of single births . It is astounding to realize that not only did these people choose to use the fertility drugs, they also chose to keep all seven children, even though they had the opp ortunity to selectively abort and keep the number of children below the number required for a basketball team. A lthough this family seems to have it all , with gifts galore and more media coverage than even the Pope could ever want, they are lacking in the basic necessities for survival. This family is supported by a billing clerk at an auto dealership. How do they plan to support themselves after the handouts run out? How do they plan to give proper parental support to eight children, all of whom will be going through school at about the same time? Although the family is enjoying the limelight now, will these children ever be left alone to grow up? Will they ever be considered for their individuality, or will they forever be part of "The McCaughey Brood?" The fact that these children were brought into this world through a mass birthing was bad enough, but the media portrayal of the family is going to never allow them to become individuals.

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With a number two pencil in one hand a nd a legion of scantrons in the other, the time to begin preparations for the end of the semester is at hand. Although the best time to begin preparing for finals was in mid to late November, there are several very important things that everyone fro m the average procrastinator to the mo st studious scholar can do. As silly as it sounds, consider bringing a few extra pencils and scantrons everywhere you go during finals week. Like puzzle pieces, the lillie things tend to disappear easily and other students will appreciate you having a spare around . Just remember to charge them double what you paid for them. Term papers that are 6 to 8 pages long need the full three days prior to its due date to work on and not simply the few hours the night before it's due. In the best of worlds you can start on a paper immediately after it is first assigned.

In this world, however; priorities leap and twist in one another and draw a away from the paper. F<r additional two pages add day. Studying for finals more than brushing dust unopened text books. Notes need to be made [ n~tes , study groups need P formed and kept and, perhaps importantly, the coffee cup never be empty. Studying can take boun B without something to help yoo up, the books and notes can go being reading material tc uncomfortable pillow. Not that the sleep won't however. Perhaps more importanl coffee is getting a good nights' the night before a fi nal. A• nights' sleep" is generall~be to be between seven to nme In the few moments bet end of a semester and the beg· of final s, all the preparatiOill help make the difference a fond farewell to a subject Tu looking forward to repeatingil pil summer.

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Jodie Thompson Staff Writer Barbie is set to receive a reality check, but so are consumers. Mattei will be introducing a new model of the long-time girlhood idol next year. The new model will portray a more natural and healthy picture of the female form. The traditional Barbie has a disproportionately small waist, May West hips and breasts that would make the Silicon Valley proud. The newly made-over Barbie will have a slimmer bust and hips, as well as a fuller waist. These changes will make the icon of the feminine figure a more realistic representation of the women that the young doll owners will one day grow into. This change will address iss ues such as political correctness and concern for a generation of g irl s that are developing eating disorders in alanning numbers. However, revisions have not been made to other of Barbie's unnatural proportions. Barbie will still bobble around on unbending legs that make up more than sixty percent of the length of her rubber form . Her feet are also permanenlly formed into the shape of high heels, so that even in her sport clothing she must wear pumps.

This is not to say that does not offer casual sport her ridiculously small feet For those that choose purchase these tennis shoes.I re sad disappointment to find ~ 1 pop off her flexed foot and a young child wearing gro~ shoes. Furthermore, Mattei's for the enlightening change somewhat questionable. The fuller Barbie model will not the predecessors myriad ' clothing. Collectors of the tradi · Barbie that wish to "conven" made-over Barbie will be ~ purchase a new Barbie w The sale of the new doU the necessary accessories translate into big dollars ftX manufacturer.

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M -o ving forward ·Jurisprudence protects nanny and looking back

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Well, the time has officially come to say goodbye. After five semesters at Wormington San Jose City College and three semesters on The Times, I am finally moving on to bigger (and more expensive) things. However, as I look to the future, I also must look behind me to all the wonderful people that have helped me through my stay here. In the big bad world of State Colleges, I will be unknown (although this could be very good considering how many people I seem to have upset). I will never again be able to walk into the College Union and have a dozen people say hello to me, and I will probably never be able to get hugs from any more maintenance men . The janitors won't know me and the administrators won'thide from me. I wiJI no longer be able to go to the cafeteria and get extra pick-

les and specialized meals. I will no longer be "the editor of the school newspaper" (big scary title). Instead, I'll just be another face in a crowded classroom. The Associated Student Council will no longer have complete access to the editor of the paper and people will no longer be able to come into The Times office and ask me for favors. I will no longer go to school everyday knowing that I have a huge web of support. I will leave City College wondering if I can deal with my problems alone or if I will forever be in search of stability. Yet even though it will be a tremendous change, it's all for the best. Within a month or two, no one will remember me here (except for those people that I repeatedly upset), yet the memories of this school will stay with me forever. I can only hope that the next editor has as much fun as I did (with less stress!)

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Feature Rescuing those in need Saving the lives innocent ani mal Tara Kurzawski Special to The Times Their most recent crusade is to stop Proctor and Gamble from killing the estimated 50,00080,000 animals each year. They write letters, protest, and try to spread the news to consumers about the household products that are force fed to dogs and shoved into the eyes of rabbits byP&G. Members have various reasons for joining South Bay in Defense of Animals (SBIDA), but they all have the same goal:defending animal rights.

A day in the life of a Campus Police officer often includes such mundane things as letting people into their cars after they've been locked out. Officer

Amy Bergeson/The Times Bryant Davis is busily breaking into a car as he rescues a "damsel in distress" after she left her keys on the dash of her vehicle and couldn't leave campus.

Spiritual surfing, rain or shine Joseph Urza Special to The Times "My alarm goes off at fivethirty. As I shut it off I can already see that it's gonna be a rainy day by looking out the window. So I put on my suit, call in sick for work, then head for the beach." Wet suit that is. For most of us, taking a day off from our jobs on a rainy day would be a waste, with nowhere to go and nothing to do. But not for Santa Cruz native Kyle Goodman, a filing clerk at a Santa Cruz law office, full-time Student at UC Santa Cruz, and a semi professional surfer. "When it's storming is the best time to get out there. That's when the hard core waves hit." Goodman, 26, and many of his friends paddle out faithfully every morning, rain or shine, always hoping to "catch a good set" at spots such as Steamers Lane in Santa Cruz, Pleasure Point in Capitola, or Mavericks in Half Moon Bay Although commonly thought of as a summer sport, ocean waves on the Pacific coast are generally larger during the winter months, ranging anywhere from six to eighteen feet, and large waves are what surfers are after. "Actually, this time of year it's more of a spiritual thing. All of the locals go to Mavericks in Honor ofFoo." Referring to Mark Foo, one of the worlds top big wave riders who lost his life on the now imfamous break Pillar Point, near HalfMoon Bays monster surf break Maverick's. Foo, 36, of Haleiwa, Hawaii, disappeared while riding an estimated 16 foot wave on Dec. 23 , 1994. His body was recovered hortly after 1 p.m., almost an hour after he disappeared. "He (Foo) was the first victim to be claimed by Mavericks and he was a pro. It really spooked us all out," said Matthew Scoffield, a fellow big wave rider.

""I remember it like it was yesterday. I had always looked up to Foo, and I seriously considered giving up the sport after he died. But I knew I couldn't. So I lit a candle for him on Christmas Eve and headed back to the spot that claimed his life with a group of my friends." Goodman recalled. "Now we go out ever year in his honor. His body may be gone, but his spirit still lives as far as we're concerned." ""I've been surfmg since I was about nine. My pops taught me how about a year before he died while surfing in Hawaii. My mom fully lost it and sent me to live with my aunt June here in Santa Cruz. Before that I lived in Aptos," he

reflected. " I just want to finish school, get my degree in business law, and surf all over the world, is that too much to ask for in one lifetime? I've been surfing Semi-professionally for about three years now, meaning I surf well enough to place in surfing competitions, but I've never won anything and nobody wants to sponsor me. I ride a six foot two inch gun, which is basically a board built for speed and showboating. In the summer when the waves are smaller, I ride a 12-footlongboard. You can't cut (turn) as well on long as you can on a gun, but you can ride anything larger than a ripple. Guns speed to ride, I guess they're the sports car

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Its coordinator, Joy Meininger, bas dedicated 12 years to opposing cruelty to animals unpaid. Meininger first became active in the group in 1985 after watching the video "Unneces sary Fuss," which showed researchers intentionally beating chimps until they were brain damaged, and then making fun of them. That film inspired her to join SBIDA, in which she became coordinator two years later. "I don't feel animals are better than people, I just think they have certain rights," she said. What sets SBIDA apart from other animal rights groups such as People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), is that most of the issues they take on are right 'here in the Bay Area, primarily working Marin to Gilroy. There are about 12 core members, with 50 people showing up occasionally, and 130 on the mailing list, Meininger estimates. All of the members of SBIDA are volunteers. The organization protests events such as rodeos, circuses, stores that sell fur, companies that test on animals, and will set up booths at fairs and public events

to inform others. They are present at city council where animal issues are agenda. "I like informing SBIDA volunteerTeri whose grandparents farm. "I've always bad a with eating meat, and I've loved animals. It is a (issue) as well as health." Many times SBIDA show up at events at which are not welcome. Martin

moratorium on animal Gileue Company early They were also stopping the San Jose Rodeo three years ago protesting the event and letters to the sponsors. " The first year there around 2,000 sponsors. second there was only about and the last year it was 200," said Meininger. SBIDA encourages activism' which involves letters to politicians, officials, corporations companies about issues animals. "The more you get the more aware you one member, Stephanie "There are so many things done." If you would like imformation about South Defense of Animals SBIDA P.O. Box 41443 CA95160.

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Lurking behind the doors of the main gymnasium lives the newest induction to the Jaguar family. Behind the closed doors of the gym, a jaguar stalks across the gym floor, displaying his majestic, golden coat and ferocious smirk, daring the competition to enter his lair. In a move to improve the facilities this year, when the floor was relined, Bert Bonanno, dean of athletics and physical education, and the athletics department contacted a graphic specialist to design the jaguar. "I didn't want a character drawing of a jaguar, I want a real jaguar," Bonanno said. "This is the real McCoy." The department brought in Kurt Godula, from Kourt Graphics, to create the 24-foot jaguar that graces the gym floor. Kourt Graphics specializes in custom painting courts and includes many accounts, including the Golden State Warriors graphic, which was also created by Godula. San Jose City College is the first community college to implement a graphic on the gym floor and is ahead of San Jose

San Jose City gets a 'lift' from the new logos on the gym floor.

State University in the area. "We scored a big coup," Bonanno said. "The timing was perfect." The project was implemented as part of the re-lining of the gym floor that occurs every nine years to give the floor a better look, according to Bonanno. Repainting of the purple lines on the gym floor was needed due to fading. Black lining was added to the floor, bringing out the colors on the court, according to Bonanno Started in July, the projected lasted a week and cost approximately $5,000. The project probably would have cost more but Kourt graphics considered that City College was in a centrally located area where people could see the graphic, said Bonanno. Funding was provided by the athletics department and was budgeted in the athletic fund . Other changes have been implemented to give the main gym the facelift it's needed. The athletic department has acquired new, state-of-the-art scoreboards and repainted the gym Getting away from the traditional gold of the gym, it has been painted white making the gym look 20 percent lighter, said Bonanno.

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surfing and longs are the Stationwagons," Goodman ex11 11 Plained "I've surfed up and down ~ Califlxnia and Oregon coast, a!i over Hawaii and even a few 'Pots in Africa." "Surfing is not as glamorous or as it looks on TV shows. You "ear yourself out paddling past ~ breakers, and on some days, You have to wait an hour or better to finally get a decent set (of ves).

On bot days you get all deby~ and on cold days you nearly ~to death. It gets pretty bor. and nerve-wracking but catchjust one good set makes it all ~while." be said. "I think the orst part of the sport is when it's !tally crowded and you have to Compete with wave hogs and &rtenies (beginners)." Wbicb is one of the reasons ~vericlc's is such a popular spot,

the waves are big and the surfers who go there are usually experienced riders with their own unique set of surfmg etiquette. "If you don't know that you're doing, don't go out there. The waves are no joke. And the only thing out there scarier than the waves are the sharks. Big Great Whites that can split your board in one bite." Goodman warns. "It's not just a sport for some of us, it's a matter of spirituality, a way of life." "There's something about seeing that wave starting to form, feeling the power of it building up as you start to paddle, then giving it your all when the wave finally caries you fOIWard and you get to your feet. The rush you feel is beyond discription. Besides, everybody knows that the worst day of surfing is better than the best day of work," Scoffield added.

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Returning from the dead in a twisted version of reality, Sigo urney Wea ver is back in "Alien Resurrection." "Alien" begins with a quiet entrance before speeding to a violent crescendo, dragging all viewers in its wake. Both Weaver ("Gorillas in the Mi s t," "Copycat") and Winona Ryder (" Edward Scissorhands," 'The Crucible") command a strong performance in a world gone awry

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"The Ice Storm," previously released almost exclusively at independent theaters, is now playing at major multiplexes just in time for the Christmas film frenzy. Set in the early 1970's, the film chronicles the lives of the members of a dysfunctional family, led by Kevin Kline and Joan Allen.

Like a hunter in the night, Richard Gere stalks a paid killer known as "the Jackal" in Universal' s new film "The Jackal." Starring Bruce Willis ("Die Hard," " Pulp Fiction"), Richard Gere ("Primal Fear," "First Knight") and Sidney Poitier ("To Sir With Love," "Ladies of the Field") and directed by acclaimed filmmaker Michael Catonlones ("Rob Roy"), "The Jackal" has everything a suspense/thriller needs. It has love, hate, murder, past loves, long-standing grudges, violence, con-

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San Jose City College Theatre Ar ts announces auditions for ' Romeo and Juliet' by William Shakespeare. Casting will begin in December and rehearsals in January. Performances wi ll be in late March and April The producti on will be set on an alien planet where many species live, including the Montagues (fro Earth). The Capulans are a different species. Many roles traditionally cast as males can be open to either male or female actors. Talk to Donna Mendoza in the Drama building room D-7 or phone 298-2 181 x 3602 for more info.

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In-Shape City Athletics Club "The Guardian Goddess of the Four Directions of the Sarcophagus of Tutkhamun" by Gloria Gardner is just one of many studies on display in the Library at San Jore City College. The white chalk and black charcoal on black paper studies are from the evening representational Drawing class taught by Jeanne Howard. The di play features sacred images of the gods and goddesses of ancient Greece, Egypt, Maya, Aztec and other world cultures. The project was a culmination of two months of intensive value studies blending light and shadow. The display con tains approximately 10 pieces and will be on display through Dec.1 5.

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Thursday, December 4, 1997

Sports

Jaguars pounce on their victillls to win the tournalllent Kristina Nicholas Staff Writer San Jos~ City College's men's basketball team stole the flrst place rank after trouncing the DeAnza Dons, 78-47, at the Diablo Valley College Tourney on Saturday. The teams current record is 71, ranking the Jags ftrst in North California and second in the state. City College's Shawn Harris, forward and guard, was selected as the tournament Most Valuable Player and Leroy Mayo, forward, and Lynn Washington, forward, were selected All-Tournament. "It was an awesome game," said assistant coach Rob Wojtkowski. "They played together as a team. It was one of the three best defensive games in a couple of

years," he said. The Jags stole ahead from the beginning, scoring 45 points by half-time against the Dons 31. Men's basketball continued their strong performance, scoring an additional 33 points in the last half. City College walked away with a total of 78 points, eight assists, eight blocks, and 17 steals. Top performers for City College in the DeAnza game includes Dave Ferguson, with 23 points scored, two assists, three rebounds and three steals. Harris rebounded eight times, scored two assists, three steals and an additional three points. Washington scored 15 points and 11 rebounds and Mayo scored eight points, six rebounds and two steals.

C ity College also played against Solano College and Merritt College at the tournament. In the fmtround of games, City College paired off with Solano and edged them out 90-55. The Jags rounded out the game with 43 rebounds, 24 assists, and 22 steals. City College went on to defeat Merritt in the next round of games, winning 86-54, and rounded out with 50 rebounds, 18 assists, and nine steals. After the ftrst unexpected loss against Porterville, the Jags have rebounded, winning every game since. The next game is scheduled for this Thursday, Friday and Saturday, where the Jags face off with Yuba College at the Consumnes Tourney in Sacramento.

Football team closes the season Luisa Prieto Staff Writer Despite a seven point lead against the City College of San Francisco football team, the San Jos~ City College Jaguars lost 1730 on Nov. 21. The Jags were ahead of San Francisco 10-3 in the frrst quarter. However, in the second quarter, San Francisco caught up to the Jags and then leapt ahead 13 points in the third quarter.

Freshman Tami Monson attempts to make a shot at the basket, as freshman Kristie Reed blocks her in practice. The Jags find they often have to fight their toughest competition in practice.

Lady Jags start season off strong Layla Aguilera Special to The 1imes With five wins and zero losses, San Jo~ City College's women's basketball team is off to a good start. "It looks to be a promising season," said PJ. Johnson, the assistant coach of the Lady Jaguars. Their most recent success was defeating Merced College 74 to 50, on Nov. 29 on home turf. On Nov. 25, the Jags had a big win over Solano, winning 66 to 53 on their home court. The biggest test of the season for women's basketball is yet to come. Dec. 4-7 at 7 p.m. the Jags will be competing in the annual tournament at the College of Sequoias. Chances are good that the Lady Jags will be playing against threetime defending state champions, Ventura, who are 70 - 2 in the last two years. Aside from the starters returning from last season the team also bas some all-star high school athletes joining. "Each day we've got to get better," said Terri Oberg, head coach of the Lady Jags."We need to become more efficient." The next game will be against Fresno.on Tue. Dec. 16 .

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Jags will be spending the spring semester being full time students, "If we can hold these kids at school and have a good recru'ting year. "I think we will have one of the possibly best teams in the conference returning," Gay said . The Jaguars will be ha ing t' eir annual banquet at the Italian Gardens on Dec. 10. " I think we've had an annual football banquet here since 1983, and I think it's an important part of our program," Gay said.

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Although the Jags scored seven more points in the last quarter, they lost the last game of the season. Despite the fact that the Jags have ended the season with a 3-7 overall record, the teams' coach, Howard Gay, i not dismayed by the outcome. "Actually, I think the last three games the kids played really well," said Gay. "(This) should give us a tremendous boost to build on for next year." According to Gay, most of the

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• Join the Cabaret. If you have an act, they have the stage. The San Jose City College has its second annual City Cabaret on Dec. 5-13 in the City Studio Theatre. If you have any questions call Donna Mendoza at 298-2181 ext. 3602 or come to her office in the drama building. • The re-entry program has textbooks and a few novels to give away. These books are no longer used in classes. Come to theReEntry office in Room 501 from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.to make your selection. • The 28th annual holiday ceramics sale at SJCC will be previewed from noon to 5 p.m. Dec. 7 and sold from noon to 9 p.m. on Dec. 8 & 9 in room 31 1. For more information please contact Ceramics insttuctor Steve Salisian at (408) 298-2 181, ext. 3816. • The last day for physician appointments in Student Health Services is Tuesday morning, Dec. 16. All prescription refills should be arranged prior to that date. Come to Room 308A for care. • The San J~ City College Art Gallery proudly presents "The Figure & Color" by Manual Gazzca. The paintings will be shown through Dec. 18. • Last day to return libary books without a fine is Dec. 18. Contact Joseph King at ext. 3944 for further information. • The language lab will be opened through Wednesday, Dec. 17.

• Get involved with issues and activities that affect the students by joining the Associated Students. Edit the council newsletter, work on publicity, or help make the College Union a better place. Get an application for one of these three appointed positions for the next semester outside U212, upstairs in the College Union. • CSEA is selling the 1998 Entertainment Book for only $40.00. Get 50 percent savings all around town. Also available are See' s candy certificates. The certificates are $9.00 and are redeemable for one pound of candy (retail value= $10.70nb.). Proceeds help provide scholarships to Chapter #363 Members and or thier dependents. If you are interested contact Sue Hager, library, ext. 3949. • Auditions for Romeo and Juliet will begin in December. For more information please contact Donna Mendoza in the Drama Building D-7, or phone her at 298-2181 ext. 3602. • Oasses for the Fall' 97 semester end Dec. 20 and Spring' 98 Classes start on Jan. 26. Enjoy the month off. • lntersession classes run Jan. 5-22. • The La Raza Student Alliance is currently seeking new members to join the club. Meetings are held at 1 p.m. every Friday in room U-200. For more information, call298-2181 ext. 3901. • Adelante peer mentors are needed. If you can work 8-10 hr. a week, are enrolled in 12+ units and have a GPA of 3.50, Contact CeliaCruz-Johnsonat298-2181 ext3653 or come toofficeC-7 for more information. • San Jose City College Child Development Center has immediate openings for children of students and staff. Age: 2 years by January to 5 years old (not eligible for kindergarten). There is a limited number of spaces available for the spring' 98 semester. For further information. please call Kathy at 288-3759.

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Fees--------------~C~o~nt~in~u~e~d7.fr~o~m~p~a~g~e~1 want the fee increase. ~ings like this are to be expected of the petty, money-grubbing beaurocrats that run our college," said Christopher Kisler, student at City College, " ... but at least it would keep the people from Valley Medical Center from parking here." CityCollegecurrentlybas 1,195 tndent spaces, with slightly over 9 000 stndents enrolled. ' Both campuses wo ld see an increase in parking fees, yet the majority of the money would go to-

wards City College, which "bas a more immediate need than Evergreen," according to the proposal. Part of the proposal, however, calls for an additional 200 spaces at Evergreen, with a cost of $595,000. This is les than 10 percent of the total cost for both colleges. This fact could become a very volatile one to Evergreen students, who would be helping to pay for the building of City College' s sttucture.

Gary Lewis, a member of Eco-Social Opportunities, explains the importance of getting regularHIVtestingtoagroupofstudentsatAIDS Awareness Day on Wednesday. Among the

listeners are students Hawa Freeman and Araya K. Ghidai at right. AIDS Awareness Day was held in the quad in front of the College Union from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Humanities requirement changes approved by Academic Senate Jodie Thompson

Staff Writer Students at San Jos~ City College may soon have an alternative to the long-begrudged requirements for Humanities Art and Literature courses. According to City College Academic Senate President, Patrick Butler, the Senate voted nearly unanimously to change the Humanities requirements to be the same as that of Evergreen Valley College and the California State University system. In order for the change to be implemented, it must first be adopted by City College Trustees. Administrators may encourage the Trustees to implement the change as of the fall semester, 1998, so that the classes currently scheduled for the spring would not be affected. City College currently maintains specific requirements for completion of Humanities 001 , Introduction to Visual and Performing Arts, and Humanities 002, Introduction to World Literature, in order to graduate with an Associate degree. Other local community colleges, including our sister-college Evergreen Valley College, do not have specific course requirements, but rather, allow a number of options within two required catego-

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side of class time, may choose 10 attend classes available within tbe division options at another com· munity college. The potential loss of enrollmem of these students bas become a concern of City College adminis· , tration and faculty. The Trustees will make their decision at a January meeting. "I would be very surprised if tbe ttustees did not adopt the change," t Butler said, "because the trusteeS adopted a nearly identical proposal for Evergreen." n If approved, the change could become effective immediately.

ries. Current CSU graduation requirements also allow for selection of approved courses in division I: Art, Dance, Music and Theater and division ll: Literature, Philosophy and Foreign Language. Therefore, the specific course requirements are necessary only for graduation from City College and not for transfer to a four year university in the CSU system. Because of this discrepancy, many students who wish to avoid the required Humanities Arts class, which requires attendance at five exhibitions or performances out-

Final Examination Schedule Fall Semester 1997 All EVC Day/Evening English Composot ion Final Exa ms w ill be g iven on Friday, December 12. 1997 All SJCC Day Englis h Composition Final Exa m s w ill be g iven on Friday, December 12. 1997 ENGLISH COMPOSITION COURSES English 1A and ESL 1A English 92 and ESL 92 and English 104 Engush 1B. Engllsn 330 and ESL 3 12 ESL322

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