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Outreach lends help to Vets "Let us help put Vietman behind you," is the heading on a brochure distributed by the Veterans' Administration Outreach program that is now being offered at Palomar. The program is headed by psychologist and Vietnam veteran Dr. Raul Romero- Romero. Outreach is geared to counsel Vietnam veterans with problems they may have readjusting to civilian life. Dr. Romero-Romero will be in the Student Help Center every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with more flexible hours if needed. The cost is free and dependents of veterans are also welcome to seek counseling. Dr. Romero- Romero indicates that many Vietnam veterans are still having depression, anxiety, marital

problems, alcohol and drug abuse, and interpersonal problems as a result of wartime stress. All of these problems are also symptoms of the Delayed Stress Syndrome found in many veterans of this latest war. The actual . defintion of DSS, according to Dr. Romero-Romero is ''the development of characteristic symptoms after experiencing a psychological traumatic event that is beyond the range of human event." "No one took care of them (the veterans) after Vietnam . They were told to go home to their families after the war. They were not treated for disorders ," Romero says. "This attitude of the government differs from returning World War II GI's who were treated immediately for psychological problems. "The

soldiers were also welcomed home by a friendly public. The government also ignored the serious drug abuse cases after Vietnam and the vets were literally left in the street." The federally-funded service is a continuous therapy program, where the individual comes in every week until able to handle his or her problem . The program also offers job counseling, an information center for many other resources, and help dealing with probationary problems if the veteran has had trouble with the law. Dr. Romero-Romero, who is currently seeing approximately five people a week. is available at other times during the week by calling 235-9731 (collect) , which is the number of the San Diego Outreach Center.

THE TELESCOPE Palomar College

Volume 34 No. 8

A Publication for the Associated Students

RELAXATION, FREEDOM, ADV~NTURE

Tuesday, Nov. 25, 11180

San Marcos, CA

Multicultural

Backpackers venture holds world

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tion for 32 members of Gary Anderson and John Wood's Backpacking class on the weekend ofNovember7, 8 and 9. Leaving early Friday morning on a chartered boat, the group arrived on Catalina at 2:30 that afternoon and promptly set up camp on the beach. Wild goats were one of the first encounters for the backpackers while going to get firewood or water. Catalina Island also has wild bison as well as wild boars. The first night while sitting around the campfire, a loud, buzzing noise was heard every few seconds. Eventually the class discovered a sailboat had grounded itself against a rock. The single crewmember, a man, asked the backpackers to help tow the boat onto the beach. Obliging, everybody pulled together and got the 30-foot vessel onto the shore, tying the anchor to the mast to keep the boat from swaying back and forth. A small crack in the hull of the craft eventually widened until the ship literally split in half. Everybody salvaged what they could, but after the captain returned to his vessel, there was little left but an empty shell of a boat. A four month old boat, gone in but a few hours. What a drag. After the incident and awakening to a beautiful, sunny morning, the class split into groups. Some began collecting abalone, others took a day hike, and part of the class went fishing while the rest guarded camp, enjoying the sun and the waves. The feeling of relaxed, uninhibited freedom pervaded the entire island

coastal hills, the lush vegetation mixed with the cactus, hugh rocks shooting from the water and reaching to the heavens made for a new discovery with each glance over the shoulder. The evening ended early, but not without the usual campfire stories and jokes, and an occasional sip from a bottle here and there. With the return boat arriving about 9:30 Sunday morning, the class resigned themselves to the fact they had to return to civilization, which meant work, traffic hassles and yes, even school. But the opportunity to backpack on Catalina was unique, and very few of the class members would never have had the chance if not for the open-mindedness and liberality of Palomar College, just one more reason to be thankful for such a great school.

Multicultural education around the world is explored in a bi-weekly series sponsored by the Palomar multicultural studies department.

The serie~ is specifically geared toward professional educators; however, the public is welcome. All seminars are held on Wednesdays from 4 to 5:30 p.m. in ES-21 on the Palomar campus. Future topics in the series include North County education at the high school level on December 3; multicultural education in San Diego County on December] 7; and the product results of multicultural education. by a panel ofl 0 students from different educational levels, scheduled for January 7. For further information . contact the Palomar multicultural studies department at 744-1150 or 727-7529 .

(Photo by Dale Haines)

Real estate agents tackle contract writing seminar How to write a valid contract has far-reaching implications and responsibilities for all parties concerned: This important topic will be discussed in depth during a twoevening seminar for real estate professionals and others on December 2 and 9. Escondido attorney David Bright, whose law firm represents the Escondido Board of Realtors and specializes in real estate litigation and transactions. will conduct the sessiOns. The December 2 program begins with registration at 5:30 p.m. and the December 9 program starts at 6 p.m. Both days will adjourn at 9 p.m.

Tickets available Tickets are now available for an all-new production of "Nutcracker Suite," to be presented in the Dance Studio December 19, 20 and 21 at 8 p.m. , · with 2:30 matinees on December 20 and 21. According to co-producer Robert Mahon, former general director of the California Ballet Company. The Dance Studio will be converted to a theater atmosphere, including raked seating, for the performance. All seats are reserved and priced at $5 with a discounted price of $4 for students and senior citizens.

Distillery hosts 'Penetrators' Before a packed house on Thursday November 13 at the Distillery East a noisy crowd was treated to an excellent show by Rucus and The Penetrators. The five members of Rucus opened the show playing rock standards and some originals to the delight of the audience, but the real show began around 10:30 when The Penetrators came on. Gary Haffern, the lead singer for The Penetrators seemed to have the audience in the palm of his hands as he belted out the tunes with his outlandish style. One of the highlights of the evening came when The Penetrators played 'Walk the Beat', the title track on their new EP. In all keyboardist Jim Call, guitarist Chris Sullivan, drummer Dan McLain, and Vocalist Gary Haffern gave the Palomar College night crowd a show they will never forget.

STILL MOMENT - Two students enjoy the serenity of the campus. What inspires this early morning concert? See page 3.

library forgiveness

CARICATURE- Famous cartoonist Thomas Nast drew himself in this 1878 cover for Harper's Weekly Magazine. This is one of the prints in the current Boehm Gallery show running through December 12.

Forgiveness Week, December 1-13, is being offered by the Library as their Christmas gift to the students and community. Any overdue books may be returned, no questions asked and no fines charged, plus records will be cleared. After this period, priority cards for spring registration will be withheld if there are any overdue books still on record. Drop boxes are in front of the Main Library and the Fine Arts Library. Library hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:30a.m. to 9:30 p.m.; Fridays from 7:30a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

According to Bright, the techniques, details and terminology of writing a valid contract will be presented in this seminar. Objectives of the sessions will be to define appropriate terms, explain all elements of a contract, demonstrate conflict of interests and describe statutes governing contract law. Consequences in performance, discharge and breach of contract will also be discussed. The workshop is sponsored through the Palomar College continuing education for professional program . Fees are $35 for real estate professionals who will receive certification for six continuing education hours, approved by the California Department of Real Estate. Those who wish to audit the sessions may do so for a $15 fee. For further information contact Dr. Selma Zarakov at Palomar College, 744-1150 or 727-7529.

English conducts placement exams Competency in English is required for the AA degree from Palomar. This requirement can be satisfied with a passing score on the English Placement Exam or by successfully completing English 102. English Placement Exams will take place December 2-4 in P-32. On December 2 the exam will be given at 5:30 p.m. December 3 at 2 p.m. and December 4 at 5 p.m. Further information can be obtained by calling the college at 7441150, Extension 251.

OOPS! Because of a mechanical breakdown, production of The Telescope has been delayed until today. The next issue will appear December 5.


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