Palomar College
Volume 39 No. 12
Publication for the Associated Students
Friday, February 21, 1986
Air quality report prompts changes
Contest gives AGS leg-up on finances
By Cyndie Claypool
By Robert Rowsey Young men seated at the front row tables eagerly perk up and begin whooping excitedly as the first set of legs strut across the stage behind the partially raised curtain. Their whoops turn to animalistic shrieks as the second set, longer and even more slender, walks slowly across. A hairy, muscular pair of legs appear on stage and the cries turn to moans of derision, as laughter mixed with catcalls pierce the air from the back of the room. No, this is not the opening act of a burlesque show. This is how the Leg Contest, sponsored by Alpha Gamma Sigma Honor Society, began Feb. 12. "We are all very pleased with how this turned out," commented Rosemary Samhammer, president of AGS, surveying the still full student union after the contest. "It was extremely successful. The student union was jam-packed. The students were having a good time, and that's great because so many people have been talking about student apathy," said Samhammer. "The contest was a personal success for the club, more because we got the students interested." Approximately $200 was earned by the AGS Honor Society for scholarships from the leg contest. "All of us (organizers) worked so hard to see that this came off," said William 'Buff Witt, AGS financial advisor. "We made it work." The week before the contest Witt could be seen walking around campus signing up voters while wearing a baseball cap featuring a blue dolphin head protruding from his forehead. Competitive spirit ran high among contestants shortly before the contest. "The competition looks real keen," said wrestling coach John Woods, one of the entrants. "I'm very happy John Woods entered. He's making the rest of us look real good," commented Frank Hankin, dean of students. The final standings were: Patti Waterman, first with 61 votes (winning the shortest legs category); Dr. Ken Burns, second, (winning the best (Continued on page 4)
Frank Hankin, Director of Student Services, displays his winning form in the hairiest legs category of the Leg Contest Feb. 12. ( Photo by Mike Goodma n )
New transfer center opened By Anne Husk After four months of "coming soon" the transfer center has completed their move to new quarters. Once located in the counseling office they are now adjacent to the student union patio, in what used to be student health services. Bob Larson continues to head the center which exists to counsel students wishing to transfer to four year colleges. Larson says, "The primary activities (of the center) are to service students on a walk-in basis, run workshops on how to transfer, how to select the major and an appropriate university
Mail-in registration kicks off semester By Paulette Oberle
San Marcos, CA
these figures," says Lee. This is in contrast to four year schools in the Herman Lee, director of admissions West, where 88% of the students and records, released an opening day attend full-time. enrollment report which showed "There is a trend to increased 13,094 students registered for the evening enrollment and decreasing spring semester as of Feb. 3. day enrollment which generally means 2,500 of these students registered contact hours will be less," says Lee. by mail in Palomar's first experience In an effort to accommodate stuwith mail-in registration. dents and reduce stress to the regThe opening day figure is 484 more istration staff, Lee plans to open the than first day enrollment for the fall mail-in registraton program to all 1985 semester and 22less than spring continuing students for the 1986 1985. summer and fall semesters. "Since the enrollment is running For this semester, 5,300 mail-in even with last spring and if it con- registration packets were sent out and tinues to go well, it should exceed last 48% of the eligible students completed year's figures," says Lee. However, he the registration procedure at home. points out that although the figures "Problems were relatively few and are about the same, students are modifications to the instructions will taking fewer classes than last year. reduce certain problems further," says Also this semester has about 100 less Lee. Less than 10% of the mail-in full-time students and about 5,000 registration difficulties related' to fewer weekly student contact hours actual registration in classes. The than last spring. most frequent problem was students' Lee notes that according to a study failure to enclose their English eligiamong two year community colleges bility cards when enrolling for English in the western region of the United classes. Lee points out that every communStates, overall 31% are full-time students and 69% are part-time. "Palomar ity college in San Diego county already is quite consitent on the whole with uses the mail-in process.
and how to adequately prepare to transfer." The center houses scores of college catalogs and invites representatives from universities to this campus to meet with interested students. The center will also assist students with fmancial aid forms, housing applications and related college needs. Larson is assisted by Nancy Diaz, a guidance service technician. An open house will be held on Feb. 27, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and students are invited to familiarize themselves with the services.
Confirming previous suppositions, the long-awaited report regarding the Palomar library's air quality has arrived, explaining the conclusions derived from the tests taken last spring. According to the Jan. 24 "Indoor Air Quality Investigation" draft report, prepared by Tetra Tech, Inc., the test results, taken in regards to physical complaints from the library's employees, concluded that the "tight" infiltration characteristics of buildings at the time of construction (1983) could be contributing to an indoor air quality problem. The draft report cited several ways to curb the problem, with the majority of the recommendations concentrating on changes on the first floor. This is because "most full-time employees experiencing respiratory problems are on the first floor, most air contaminating activities take place on the first floor, and the air on the first floor is isolated from mixing with that of the rest of the building." According to Michael Ellis, Palomar director of buildings and grounds, the college is already responding to recommendations made by Tetra Tech to improve "air flow" to the building and, by the end of February, all major adjustments should be completed. One of the recommendations of the consultants and responses by the school district includes increasing the amount of fresh air reaching the occupants of the first floor by opening the HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning system) air intake vents further and resetting thermostats to a comfort range of 68 to 74 degrees. The benefit of narrowing the comfort range, according to public information officer George Cordry, is that when the temperature in the library rises above 74 degrees, the HVAC system will bring in a higher volume of fresh air. With the maximum previously set at 78 degrees, the system produced a higher volume only when the temperature rose above 78 degrees. Resetting the thermostats will increase the
number oftimes the system circulates high volumes of fresh air. Another recommendation being acted upon is allowing the exhaust fan on the first floor to run enough so that building air balance is not upset. According to the report, "Besides bringing more outdoor air in, this will prevent the back flow of fresh air through the exhaust vent. The maintenance on the HVAC system is now known to be critical in keeping the proper pressurization." If these suggestions do not stop the library's employees' symptoms, including "stuffy feelings, mental fatigue, irritation to eyes, nose and / or throat, headache, difficulty in breathing and dizziness," two other recommendations should be implemented. One additional suggestion would be to install a fume hood in the instructional media production area, where graphic artists Floyd and Elaine Collins work. Both Collinses at one time were wearing gas-mask respirators, at the suggestion of their doctors, to filter the library's air. In the fmal report, Tetra Tech, Inc. will recommend a specific brand and model of the fume hood. The district will be looking into the additional costs and installation data. The draft report concluded, "If all the above recommendations have been implemented without satisfactory results, an air purification system could be installed. This is an expensive alternative, but would be effective in cleaning the return air before recycling it. According to Doug Haines at PurafJ.l, "It would require costly maintenance at approximately yearly intervals. The approximate cost would be $19,080 for the appropriate side access unit with filters, uninstalled. The maintenance requires the replacement of sorbent at a cost of $3,640." Palomar's business manager Mike Gregoryk, commented that the school is doing some minor things as recommended, but it is too expensive to install the air purification system. And the school's funds are very low. However, Gregoryk is confident that (Continued on page 4)
Inventor designs winning logo Robert A. Eckhart, veteran design consultant, is the winner of Palomar's contest to select a new logo as the college observes its fortieth year of operation during 1986. Eckhart's winning logo was chosen by a six-member panel representing
the college from a field of more than 100 entries. He received a check for $500 when the logo was officially accepted by the board of trustees at its Feb. 11 meeting. The winning entry was the unanimous choice of a panel composed of
Robert Eckhart was awarded $500 for the winning logo design.
Mary Trotta, a member of the board of trustees; Dr. Ted Kilman, assistant superintendent / vice presdent of instruction; Bernice Hart, graphics specialist in the public information office; Neil Bruington, instructor of graphic communications; Val Sanders, chairman of the art department; and Ron Page, director of TV operations and production, TV production and operation-vocational education. Runnerup in the contest was Scott Gruenert of La Costa, while Pat Joy of Vista submitted the third-place entry. Gruenert and Joy will receive $150 and $50 respectively. "Naturally, I am excited and honored to have had my logo selected from such a distinguished field," said Eckhart. "After being associated with so many quality firms and institutions during my lengthy career in the field," he said, "it's especially nice to be a small part of Palomar College, because this is the area where I live and work I have great respect for Palomar and what it is accomplishing." Eckhart, who has lived in Escondido for five years and does free-lance work in his home studio, has had his paintings exhibited in San Diego, La Jolla, Philadelphia and Laguna. He has more than 30 inventions to his credit and four patents in progress.
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President Boggs welcomes students In recognition of the important contributions of commmunity colleges to our nation's well being, the President of the United States, with the endorsement of the Congress, has designated February, 1986 as "National Community College Month." Nearly half of all undergraduate college students in the nation today are enrolled in community colleges. By providing educational opportunities at affordable costs and accesible locations, these institutions of higher education have greatly enhanced the opportunity for every ambitious student, young or old, to enter a college program. As community based institutions, these colleges provide varied programs, including those designed for transfer to an upper division university along with those designed to provide a specialized education for over one thousand occupations. In California, more than one million students are enrolled in classes at the 106 community college campuses. Students who successfully complete our educational program can go on to receive advanced degrees from prestigious universities or can be employed in a challenging and interesting career field . California's community colleges offer
students many advantages including a favorable class size, experienced and fully credentialed and caring instructors and support staff, modern facilities and equipment and an appealing learning environment. In spite of these advantages, enrollment in a community college is the best financial bargain in higher education for both taxpayers and students. Students often live at home and pay the lowest tuition of any college in the country. The $50 tuition fee means that fulltime students pay less than $3 per week for an 18-week semester. Because of the efficiency of the California community colleges and their focus on teaching, taxpayers underwrite students at a much lower rate than is the case in the other two segments of higher education in California. "Opportunity with Excellence" is a theme which the community colleges in our state and nation can point to with pride. Please join me and the faculty, staff and students at Palomar College in celebrating February, 1986 as "National Community College Month". Dr. George R. Boggs Superintendent/President
Returning editor gets carried away By Cyndie Claypool
I don't know why I did it. Perhaps I enjoy the ailments connected with stress and tension. Or maybe I have a deep-seated fear of relaxation. Or, even more realistically, last semester has left me totally insane. But I'm still not sure what made me get out of bed Monday, Feb. 3, to once again toil through a term of being student, employee and editor of this paper. I hadn't thought that wild horses could drag me out of bed that horrid Monday morning, but at my alarm clock's beckoning, which is possibly worse than wild horses, I systematically dragged myself to my feet, starting the whole routine over. And, just like before, here I sit behind the
video display terminal, plunking out stories for The Telescope. But a new semester has dawned, and with it came a new Telescope staff. Although faithful staff member Ried (AKA Colleen Riedell or Lois Lane) has moved on to SDSU's journalism department, many of the old staffers have remained and have been joined by several other new journalists eager to put together this publication. Ah, naivety! Yet, despite all my complaining, for better or for worse, this semester has commenced, bringing with it new trials and triumphs, friends and foes, heartaches and heart throbs, grades and . .. I think I'm getting a bit carried away - literally! These men in white coats are prying my fingers off the typekjlcmzzxcvm
Ideas, stories welcome This is your paper. The Telescope is a publication put together by Palomar College students for Palomar College students, faculty and administration. Although the majority of the information printed is written by members of the Telescope staff, anyone is welcome to submit letters to the editor, guest columns and guest editorials. However, we do retain the right to edit copy to fit our newspaper style where necessary. All submitted items should be turned in to GJ-6 at least 10 days before the next paper is published. Editorials can be on any topic, but the main goal of the paper is to keep our readers informed about events and issues regarding the college. With accuracy and unbiasedness, the staff will try to cover a diversity of subjects that may be of concern and interest to you. Although we will do our best to publish a professional-style newspaper, please remember that this paper is a student publication and a learning tool for the staff. Except in the event of an uncontrollable circumstance (i.e. the computers go down) or if there is a holiday that week, The Telescope will generally be published once a week,
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Transfer center hosts colleges During the month of March the transfer center will host representatives from several universities. These representatives will be .available to discuss transfer requirements by appointment only. USIU will be represented every Monday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. SDSU will hold sessions on March 5 and 13 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30p.m. UCSD will have a representative on March 6 and March 20. Information will be available from UC Riverside on March 17. To make an appointment to see these representatives, call Ext. 2552.
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Daytime television lures closet viewer By Anne Husk Finding myself at home over the lunch hour decided I could better digest my tuna sandwich with some daytime TV. Ordinarily, in this situation, I would dine with Perry Mason. The man can sling jurisprudence like a rancher can sling cow chips. Alas, Perry seems to have slipped from syndication and been sent to that great courtroom in the sky. The first available program was a soap opera, a chronicle of the faithful and the fallen. It opens with Sean and Maggie arguing about their daugther Kim. It seems Kim is expecting a baby but seems reluctant to marry Shane, the father of the baby. Sex rears its ugly head in the first 30 seconds of the program and never lays it down. Sean has a talk with Shane. Shane is ready for that trip down the aisle and is also mystified about Kim's hesitation. We meet Kim. She is the high-strung, tearyeyed type who is in semi-hysteria from her opening scenes until the show's closing credits. She confesses to her doctor that she can't marry Shane until she is sure he is the father of her baby. Kim doesn't mention any other candidates. Next there's Savannah. She has a quarter ton of blonde hair and wears $200 suits. She's clearly the town vamp. Savannah works for a man whose name sounds something like
The Telescope Cyndie Claypool Editor-in-Chief Managing Editor . .. . ........... Anne Husk Photography Editor ........ Mike Goodman Sports Editor ......... . ....... Paul Taylor Reporters ....... . .......... . Gina Atkins, Farrah Douglas, Erick Fry Paul Hammer, Harriet Howard Susan Hudson, Robert Kidder Karl Koch, William Kovacevich Monica Nash, Paulette Oberle Derrick Roach, Robert Rowsey Patricia Rubin, James Seaver Wendy Williams Advertising Managers ......... Jennifer Ball and Ted Gray Journalism Advisor .......... Fred Wilhelm Graphic Communications Advisors .................. Neil Bruington, Letty Brewster, Gary Cohen, Linda Reed
Staphylococcus. We never see him, but get the feeling if he isn't evil incarnate he'll do until the real thing comes down the pike. The plot thickens. Savannah conducts all her business at the local, high-class tavern. She has the hots for the owner of the place, a fellow who dresses vaguely western and drawls vaguely Texan. The cowboy, however, seems to have eyes only for the lady psychiatrist, leaving Savannah with little to do with her time other than draw up shady deals. Kim goes to church for solace and overhears her mother sobbing for forgiveness because Kim is really Staphylococcus' daughter and illegitimate as all get out. It seems that Maggie had lied to Sean all these years about this tiny indiscretion. Are you still with me? In the closing minutes of the program the writers throw in a handsome stranger who mumbles something about not knowing who he is. I for one, resent these blatant attempts at manipulating my emotions. Does anyone really think daytime viewers have such a low level of intellectual curiousity they will be hooked into caring about these cardboard characters? Could anyone really consider this melodramatic pap as entertainment? I would like to go on record as a cut above being lured into a serial program loaded with unbelievable situations and people. I'll be relieved when the National Geographic specials find their way to the vast wasteland that is daytime television. (If anyone knows who is the real father of Kim's baby please forward this information to the Journalism department in a plain, brown envelope.)
Letter to the Editor
Dear Editor: I am a prisoner on death row at the Arizona State Prison and I was wondering if you would do me a favor. I have been here for quite a while and have no family or friends on the outside to write to. I was wondering if you would put an ad in your campus newspaper for me for correspondence. I know that you are not a pen-pal club or anything like that, but I would really appreciate it if you could help me. HERE IS THE AD: Death Row prisoner, caucasian male, age 39, desires correspondence with Opinions expressed herein are the individeither male or female college students. ual writer's and do not necessarily represent Wants to form a friendly relationship those of The Telescope. However, unsigned and more or less just exchange past editorials do represent those of The T eleexperiences and ideas. Will answer all scope. letters and exchange pictures. If interLetters and articles can be submitted to The ested write to Jim Jeffers, Box B-38604, Telescope one week before publication. The Florence, Arizona 85232. Telescope is a weekly appearing on Fridays, Sincerely yours, published throughout the semester, except Jim Jeffers during final exams and holidays.
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Swimmers' hopes high By Wendy Williams After winning eight of the last nine league outings, it figures that this year shouldn't be any different for Palomar's women's swimming and diving team. Coach Patti Waterman would concur that this team sports much confidence for another winning season. The reasons for this are many. One is simply for past record standings. "With such a winning record, Palomar attracts people from all over," said Waterman who has been coaching swimming at Palomar for several years. "The girls compete in their high schools, then come here to compete as a unit." Another reason for the team's
confidence is the status of the other schools in Palomar's league. Grossmont College, the biggest school in the league, usually has eight to nine girls competing. This year Palomar's team consists of 19 competitors. "Having so many girls on the team gives us an immediate advantage," claims Waterman. Of course, the team itself provides the best answer for the confidence. Three sophomores, Lisa Muller, Robyn Sherman and Denise Brown, have returned this year. In 1985, Brown, from San Pasqua! High School, and Sherman, a Torrey Pines High School graduate were invited to the state championship swim meet. Four new freshmen also show promise. Perri Slubbs (Fallbrook), Rhonda
Maley (Vista), Kathleen Meehan (Fallbrook) and Janelle Sullivan (Oceanside) all made state championship caliber in high school. The remaining members are all freshmen. They are Heather Bannan, Vicky Bennett, Janet Danner, Janet Eoff, Kaye Gustason, Anita Hurley, Sallie Kellogg, Patricia Silva, Kimberly Wroblewski and Pam Johnson. The diving team consists of Sandy Colvin and a newcomer to diving, Karin Dathlessen. All in all, Waterman believes that everyone on the team will contribute and help to score another winning season for the swimming and diving team.
Tennis coach looks to future with frosh By Paul Hammer Some coaches wouldn't be overjoyed to start a season after losing six of their top eight players, but Coach Jon Cnossen says he is "very optimistic" about the upcoming season. Coming off their first losing season in nine years, the Comets will have to rely on six freshmen and two sophomore returnees to get the job done this
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season. The group of freshmen, who represent six different high schools in San Diego, are expected to help the Comets. "We have a real consistent group of guys. The top six spots are real tight." Among the players expected to be in the top six spots during the season are sophomore Tom Borer and fresh men George Bean, John Cress and Willy Baptista. With this new talent the Comets
cast in rehearsal
By Robert Rowsey "Blithe Spirit," a Palomar / MiraCosta College Theatre Assosiation production, is scheduled for performances running from March 14 through 16, and 20 through 22. The English comedy, written in 1938 by Noel Coward, has been enjoyed by audiences many times over for its "silliness and shinanigans," according to director David Boyd. The play takes a frivolous look at romance by focusing on the ghost of a man's first wife who returns to
create "fun and mayhem with her successor," says Boyd, adding that the plot thickens as "his second wife is then accidentally murdered by the ghost of his first in an attempt to kill him. He then has to deal with both of them, all the while he's the only one who can see them." Auditions were held Feb. 6 and 7 and members ofthe cast are now Anne Wimberley-Robinson as Ruth; Cliff Odenhal as Charles; Jessica Vanoni as Edith; Larry Martinez as Dr. Brad man; Rhonda R. Eichenberger as Elvira; and Val Fullwood as Madame Arcati.
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Golfers finish fourth in tourney
Renee Phillips drives for two points against MiraCosta Feb. 12. The women cagers continue their season tonight when they host San Diego City at 7 p.m. (Photo by Mike Goodman)
Indian topics taught
American Indian Studies and the American Indian Education Center of Palomar College cooperated in providBy Karl Koch ing a special class this past fall called Coach Bob Lusky's golfers were Political/ History Problems and Issues impressive as they won their first of California Indians. The team-taught match with a combined score of 384 class concluded with a political getand finished fourth in the Palomar together at Pauma Tribal Hall, Pauma Valley, Jan. 31. Invitational. The course was divided into four The Invitational Feb. 10 and 11 sections each taught by a local Indian presented 14 of the best teams in Southern California. Palomar's Clark active in his/ her field. The instructors Renner, a freshman, was one stroke were Patti Dixon, history; Gene Madbehind the medalist with a 73. Sopho- rigal, law; Ron Glidden, business and mores Dave Wilkinson and Don Cecilia Firethunder, politics. O'Conner followed later with scores of Students were encouraged by 82 and 84, respectively. instructor Firethunder to get to know Following the two impressive show- their government representatives and ings, Coach Lusky is confident that his learn to use the existing political team will surpass all marks of those system. As part of the fmal project from previous years. 'This is the best students invited representatives from team since 1976 when we had Mark government, community agencies, and Wiebe," Lusky said. Wiebe, a Palomar Palomar College to meet with the alumni, is currently on the pro tour Indian community. and took eleventh in the ShearsonThe students were rewarded for Lehman Brothers Andy Williams Open their efforts with a large turn-out. at Torrey Pines. After a welcome by Pauma Tribal Today the golf team is at Whispering Chairperson Patti Dixon, each reprePalms playing in the S.D. Golf sentative was introduced by a student. Academy Tournament. They also have Among those present were Dr. George an upcoming match at Rancho Verde Boggs, superintendent/ president, Dr. Feb. 24. Lusky is relying on the strength of Renner, Wilkinson and O'Conner plus sophomores John Payne, Doug Higgins and Ben Sweeney, a UCSD transfer. Larry Nelson, who is out of action with Based on Emile Zola's story, "La Bete his foot in a cast, is expected to break Humaine" (France 1936) is said to be into the starting rotation in a few one of Renoir's best films . weeks. Although these are the current According to Richard Peacock, starters, Lusky says, "Anyone on our communications instructor, "La Bete team, with the depth we have, has the Humaine" or "The Human Beast" ability to break into the starting emerges as a "classic tragic love story rotation." and one of Renoir's more fascinating Palomar's 384 score came at Coro- and hard-driving films." nado, with Ben Sweeney leading_ the "The story of murder, love and way with a 75. Renner followed with betrayal is typical of films of Europe a 76, with the rest of the starters prior to WWII," Peacock continued. shooting in the upper 70's. The locals fmished ahead of Saddle back, Chaffey "There is a certain kind of fatalism or romantic hopelessness. You can feel and S.D. City College.
Edward Muraski, dean of vocational education and applied arts division and newly appointed Palomar College board member Ralph Forquera. Other agencies represented were Bureau of Indian Affairs, Congressman Ron Packard's office, Assemblyman Bill Bradley's office, Indian Child Welfare, Tribal Resources Developme nt Corporation, Indian Health Service, United Indian Development Association, Palomar Patrons, American Indian Organization, and San Diego Indian Health Center. Those who wished were given the opportunity to speak on their area of interest and expertise. Several crucial issues were discussed including a recent water case, health issues, cultural resources, and tribal management. As a result students were able to discuss the political system at work and meet Indians in positions of leadership. In addition a traditional Indian dinner was provided by the students. In the fall of 1986, American Indian Studies will offer a similar course at Palomar's satellite on the Pauma Indian Reservation.
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hope to be able to improve on their 7-10 record of a year ago. The winloss record, however, is not the primary concern of the team according to Cnossen. "We want to play each match as hard as we can. We've got a real good group of guys this year. They get along real well, they work out real hard and they know when it's time to get serious. It's growth we're looking for this season . We're not real concerned about wins and losses." The Comets open their home season today hosting Ventura at 2 p.m. Tomorrow the locals entertain Glendale at 10 a.m.
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the tragedy of the war coming on and the inner panic of the people in the stories." The movie shows Feb. 27 at 2 and 7 p.m. in P-32.
Classified Ads Wanted To Buy: Old toy trains-Lionel, Marx and American Flyer. See Dr. Archer, P-17C.
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ESL instructor authors two picture dictionaries By Paulette Oberle
Dr. Patricia Levin has written two books which reinforce learning vocabulary and provide practice in writing. They also include activities and lesson skills. The books will be published sometime in March. (Photo by Pat Rubin )
Dr. Patricia E. Zevin, English as a Second Language instructor, last year wrote two published and soon-to-be released books by the prestigious Oxford University Press. Dr. Zevin started work last spring on "The Oxford Picture Dictionary of American English - Beginner's Workbook" and "The Oxford Picture Dictionary of American English Teacher's Guide" after she was selected from 66 submissions to write the books. The Oxford University Press had been looking for a long time for material for students to use independently with its picture dictionary which is widely used to teach American English. The dictionary has pictures and lists of words of 77 topics ranging from clothes to recreation to the universe. "There was a great need for workbook material to accompany the picture dictionary. It was not enough to show pictures," says Dr. Zevin. The 160 page beginner's workbook
is intended to reinforce learning vocabulary and will provide practice in writing. It will also enhance various learning and cognitive skills for students of English as a Second Language, according to Dr. Zevin. The accompanying teacher's guide which includes activities and suggested lessons will be given to every teacher who buys classroom sets of the picture dictionary. Although Dr. Zevin says she could have used a year to write the books, she had to complete them in six months. The Oxford University Press wanted the books available for the March, 1986 TESOL (Teachers of English to Students of Other Languages) conference. For months, she awoke at 3 a.m. every day to write to meet the deadline. Dr. Zevin has been involved for years in teaching languages and has seen a need for good materials. "They're needed and everybody knows it," she says. She is delighted and honored to have been chosen to write the books
Adding new classes London theater tour open may not cost more to all interested students By Paulette Oberle "Current students already enrolled in at least six units can add unlimited additional units at no extra cost," says Herman Lee, director of admissions and records. The spring semester, which began Feb. 3, offers more than 2170 class sections, 11 educational television courses, and more than 60 community educational/non-credit sections. Thirty one-day community services are offered as well. To add a course, students should complete a change of program form and obtain the instructor's signature. The form should then be returned to the admissions office. To drop a course, students need to
By Robert Rowsey complete a change of program form and return it with a $10 drop fee to the admissions office. The instructor's signature is not required and no notation or grade for the course will appear on the student's record if filed before Feb. 28. Lee asks all students "to check their official registration schedule to make sure they are registered for the classes they are attending and also to make sure they are not missing classes they are registered for. Students attending other classes could be dropped by error or receive an 'F' for the class." The admissions office is open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday. For further information call Ext. 2170 or 2164.
Two nights in Stratford upon Avon and six nights in London will be among the highlights of a London tour that will be conducted this March by the Palomar Community College Theatre. It will run from March 19 through 21 and March 21 through 30. Offered at $1099 per person, the trip will include round trip airfare, accornodations for Stratford upon Avon and six nights in London, plus several dinners and continental breakfasts throughout. Buddy Ashbrook, associate professor of the speech, theatre arts, and
Wildlife drawings on display Wildlife drawings by Dave Totten, earth science instructor, are featured as the library's display for February. Totten is becoming well-known throughout the West for the life-like quality of his work and attention to detail, says Dan Arnsan, public services librarian. The ten drawings on display include a bald eagle, bobcat, ducks and geese. Working primarily in pastel chalks, Totten sharpens the pastels to a fine point to give intricate detail and a softness to his wildlife subjects. Totten's artwork is on display in Alaska and Northern California galleries. Locally his works can also be
Leg Contest . . . (Continued from page 1) looking male legs category); Dan Arnsan and Frank Hankin tied for third (with Hankin winning the hairiest legs category); and June Rady, Dr. George Boggs' secretary, fourth (also nabbing the longest legs category). In fifth was Teri McFarland, (best looking female); sixth was Kathy Pines, (most pampered); seventh was John Woods, (winning the bird legs prize.) Prizes included gift certificates and nights out on the town. The AGS club thanks "everyone who helped and participated in the contest," said Witt. "All the proceeds will go towards making scholarships," said Dianne Brandle, AGS officer. "I'd encourage everybody to consider joining AGS ," Pat Gualteri, another contest organizer said.
seen at the Fallbrook Brandon Gallery. ''The Art of Dave Totten" may be viewed on the library's second floor during regular operating hours Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information call Ext. 2617.
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(Continued from page 1) the steps currently being taken to curb the problem will work. He added, "I'm real pleased with the result of the test, because (the library's air quality) is not jeopardizing the employees' health." This statement was in regards to the test results which indicated no significant source of air contaminants were discovered. Also, the report's conclusions of studies completed on the library's second and third floors revealed normal air flow, circulation and air quality levels.
Scholarship meeting set An informational scholarship program session will be held Feb. 26 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. in the Board Conference Room, administration building. The session will be concerning scholarship money which is available.
The children's choir, Palomar Orchestra and little Susuki violinists, will perform a children's concert of "Peter and the Wolf" on March 1 and 2 at 1 and 3 p.m. daily in the theater. Ticket prices are $2 for unreserved seats. (Persons over 18 must be accompanied by a child.)
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The last week of February has been designated Band Week by the ASG. Each day of the week a different band will play from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the clock tower.
* * * Individual psychological counseling services are available for students. Depression, relationship problems, anxiety and loneliness are a few of the areas of concern to be explored. Call Student Health Services, Ext. 2380.
Clyde gets grant Former student Alexis Anne C!yde received the Altrusa Club Scholarship in their recent competition. Clyde will receive assistance for tuition and books. Clyde, a psychology m!Jjor, transfered to SDSU where she plans to continue her studies. The Altrusa Club of Escondido is a group of professional women who own their own businesses and meet in Escondido.
dance departments, will be escorting the tour for the college. This will be his seventh year as guide. "We'll be taken on walking tours by an actor," said Ashbrook, adding, "three professional actors will also be going over there with us." There will be guided walking tours of London as well as day trips to Warwick Castle and Oxford. Backstage tours are also included in the package. College credit is available and immediate reservations are encouraged because space is limited. Interested parties should call Buddy Ashbrook at Ext. 2453.
which will be sold all over the world. A Palomar instructor for 18 years, Dr. Zevin studied one summer at Oxford University in Oxford, England. She enjoys teaching English as a Second Language. "The students are motivated. They have goals and are ambitious," she says. Her composition and grammar class was a challenge last semester. Fifteen nations were represented in her class of 25 students. Dr. Zevin's other publications include teaching materials published by the Palomar College Press, articles in scholarly journals and a newspaper column for the "Del Mar Spectator."
Scholarship to be awarded The MiraCosta Charter Chapter of the American Business Women's Association (ABWA) announces its 198687 scholarship competition. Qualifications for consideration of the ABWA Scholarship are: candidates must be business women taking additional training or women seeking business or professional careers. Candidates must have a financial need and candidates must have a record of good scholarship. Financial assistance provided by these scholarships is intended for payment of nominal fees and purchase of classroom materials and books. The funds available for this award are insufficient to provide payment of tuition at private institutions. The deadline for the ABWA scholarship has been extended to Feb. 28. Applications are now available in the Financial Aid office. For further information call Ext. 2213 or 2366.
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March 15 is the deadline for spring, 1986 applications for the Associates in Arts degree, the General Education Certification and all other certificates. The forms are available in the records office.
Twentieth century music is the emphasis of a new class offered by the music department this semester. Music 24, Introduction to Modern Music, will study the music of the midnineteenth century to the present and will discuss listening techniques. The class meets on Tuesday from 1 to 4 p.m. in room D-5 and is taught by David Chase.
••• Applications for the Don Erbe Automotive Scholarship should be submitted to Judi Fisher, Financial Aid technician, in the Financial Aid office by 4 p.m. Feb. 28. $500 will be awarded to help pay for books, tuition and tools. Any full-time student rn!Jjoring in Automotive Technology or showing an interest in doing so is eligible and should contact the Financial Aid office for applications and details.
* * * Three new senators have been voted to the ASG board for the spring semester. They are Ousarna BouAjrarn, Dianne Brandle and Pat Gaultieri.
The Undefeated Club was the winner of the Jan. 14 blood drive for the most blood donated. Accepting the plaque awarded by the ASG at their weekly meeting was Charles Goeb. The club will also receive a check for $25 and a trophy.
* * * Sexual involvement without your desire and consent may occur with spouses, dates, strangers, and relatives. Such situations may be most effectively managed in a support group. For a low- key intake interview, please call Health Services, Ext. 2380.
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Continuing this semester, the third presentation of the music department's concert hour will feature Frances Van Darn and Tammie Pillsbury on the organ. The Feb. 27 concert is free of charge and will be held in Room D-5 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
* * * $47,000 will be awarded during the spring scholarship campaign which officially starts Feb. 24. Most scholarships will range from $50 to $2,000, and students from all fields are eligible. Applications are available in the new Financial Aid office which is located in the Student Personnel Services building. A list giving details and scholarship requirements will be available in the Financial Aid office Feb. 24.