FaST News
FaST News - Weeks of September 6 - 16, 2011
UPCOMINGPLATE TECTONICS. Dr. Tanya Atwater, Professor Emeritus of Earth Science at UCSB, will present "Plate Tectonic Theory and What It Tells Us about the Landscapes of Western North America, the San Andreas Fault System, and Our Own Channel Islands" on Fri., Sept. 9 from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. in EBS 102 on East Campus. All SBCC students, regardless of majors, are invited to attend. Educated at MIT, UC Berkeley, and Scripps Institute of Oceanography, Dr. Atwater has a lifelong passion for large-scale landscapes and the plate tectonic processes that create them. She is especially well known for her works on the plate tectonic evolution of western North America and the San Andreas Fault system.
ARTIST'S LECTURE. Laura Krifka, whose exhibit "Milk and Honey" is currently on display at the Atkinson
Gallery, will present an artist's lecture on Wed., Sept. 14, beginning at 4:30 p.m.
in Room 111 in the Humanities Building. Ms. Krifka specializes in paintings and sculptures
and is also teaching in the Art Department this fall. The Atkinson Gallery is on the
second floor of the Humanities Building on East Campus. Hours: Monday – Thursday from
10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.; Friday - Saturday from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
UNITED WAY DAY OF CARING. SBCC will once again participate in the United Way Day of Caring on Sat., Sept.
17 from 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Last year, SBCC won first place for the most volunteers
signed up by a single organization. SBCC again will host a team co-chaired by Paul
Bishop and Lisa Lopez, and the group will work on a campus project assigned by the
Environmental Horticulture Department. Faculty, staff and students and their families
and friends are welcome to sign up by e-mailing Lisa at lopez@sbcc.edu or by calling
ext. 2792.
HOMEBUYING SEMINAR. The Coastal Housing Partnership is offering free home buying seminars on Tues., Sept. 20 at 5:30 p.m. in Ventura and on Tues., Sept. 27 at 5:30 p.m. in Goleta. If you are considering buying a home, take this first step to find out more about the lending the process, what loan programs are available and how you can save money on closing coasts. Open free to SBCC employees. For reservations, go to http://www.coastalhousing.org/employees_education.htm or call the Coastal Housing Partnership at 969-1025.
The SCHALL CAREER CENTER helps SBCC students and potential students identify and meet their career goals. The
counselors at the Center can help students choose a major, explore career options,
find a job or internship, and sign-up for a work-experience course or a course in
career or personal development. The following workshops and special programs are currently
being offered. For more information, contact the Career Center at careers@sbcc.edu
or ext. 2331.
How I Made It: Communication – The first in the speakers' series will feature professions including public relations,
event planning and social media.
Wed., Sept. 14, 4:30 p.m.. Schall Career Center– Student Services Building, 2nd fl.
Résumé Writing - Hands on skills whether you are writing a résumé for the first time or updating.
Thurs., Sept. 15, 1:00 p.m. , Schall Career Center– Student Services Building, 2nd
fl.
SCHEINFELD CENTER FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP & INNOVATION trains entrepreneurs using a comprehensive approach combining theoretical curriculum,
practical application, mentorship, counseling, internships, networking, and post-start-up
support. The Scheinfeld Center is the hub of entrepreneurial activity at SBCC and
in the community. For more information, contact Melissa Moreno, J.D., Director, at
melissa.moreno@sbcc.eduor ext. 3643. For more information on the Scheinfeld Center:
http://scheinfeld.sbcc.edu/
Enterprise LAUNCH – Beginning Fall Semester, 2011, the Scheinfeld Center engaged Dr. Jon Anton, an
entrepreneur and Doctorate of Science and a Master of Science from Harvard University,
and former researcher and SIFE leader at Purdue University, to assist our SIFE students
launch businesses with a social benefit. This is open to all SBCC students at no cost,
no matter their discipline. Business and Entrepreneurship students along with any
Career Technical students and students in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
programs are encouraged to participate. Participation is a free extra-curricular activity
in the SIFE chapter (similar to student club participation) and course credit is not
offered. More information http://scheinfeld.sbcc.edu/sife.html
Fri.. Sept. 9 Orientation. 9:00 a.m.. IDC 211
LEARNING SKILLS AND WRITING WORKSHOP SERIES. The following Learning Skills and Writing Skills workshops will be offered during the next several weeks. All faculty, staff, and students are invited to attend, and proof of attendance will be provided. http://www.sbcc.edu/success/lsw.php http://www.sbcc.edu/success/ Facilitators: Dr. Jerry Pike, Director, LRC; Alyson Bostwick, MFT, Personal Counselor; Anna Parmely, Math Instructor; Scott Brewer and Matt Lorenzen, Academic & Student Success Counselors.
Fall 2011 Learning Skills Workshop Series –Thursdays in the CAI Lab 2, LRC, 1:00 –
1:50 p.m.
NOTE TAKING STRATEGIES: This workshop will give students information (and practice) regarding various note-taking
methods. The instructor will examine learning-style considerations in choosing and
using effective note-taking, including such methods as clustering, Cornell, and annotating.
Attendance for students who request it will be verified, and the workshops are open
to all faculty, staff, and students. Seating is limited, but videos of past workshops
(including handouts in most cases) are available at the LRC for viewing on site.
Thurs., Sept. 8> 1:00 – 1:50 pm. CAI Lab 2 - LRC
Fall 2011 Learning Skills Workshop Series – Fridays in Gateway Center (ECC 33), 1:10
–2:10 p.m.
MATH CONFIDENCE: Develop strategies that promote a positive attitude and productive participation
in your math class.
Fri., Sept. 9. 1:10 – 2:10 pm, Gateway Center(ECC 33)
CLRC Workshop Series SPRING 2011 – Thursdays 1:00 -2:00 p.m. in the Cartwright Learning
Resources Center (CLRC).
Open to students from all classes, including English, History, Communications, and
Biology. For any of the workshops, students may bring an assignment on which you are
currently working, or use one of our examples. NO pre-registration necessary. Arrive
in time to secure a seat; limited to 36 participants each session.
ASSIGNMENT ANALYSIS: Explore strategies and resources to start any type of writing assignment on the
right track.
Thurs., Sept. 15, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m., Cartwright LRC
PRO DEV COURSES. The Professional Development Center will offer the following courses in the Spring 2011 Workplace Success Series. These workplace training classes can be used for Professional Growth Increments and are eligible for flex credit. This is a .5 unit class. You must attend both days to receive credit. RSVP: Kathy Rowley Rowley@sbcc.edu or call 683-8284 with questions.
PRO 115B ~ Making Teams Work – Economic stress can put strain on teams and promote workplace "silos". Learn the
skills needed to keep teamwork strong despite adversity.
Thurs., Sept. 8, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Room 28, Wake Center
PRO 155 Working with Different Generations) – One of today's biggest challenges is managing and working with all the different
generations in the workplace. Explore how the generations differ in their approach
and attitude towards work, teamwork and relationships. Learn to motivate, communicate,
and work effectively with individuals across all age groups.
Thurs., Sept. 15, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Room 28, Wake Center
COMP134A ~ Basic Excel – Topics covered: Overview, workbook design & layout, spreadsheet formatting tips
& tricks, construction of formulas & functions, print management & setup.
Wed., Sept. 14 and 21, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Room 5, Wake Center
PRO 102A ~ Business Writing Skills – Development of effective and professional writing skills requires understanding
proper business tone and formatting, along with organizing information for written
communications, including letters, memos and e-mails.
Fri., Sept. 9 and 16, 8:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m., BC 230 SBCC West Campus
ONGOING
FARMERS' MARKET. The student-organized and student-run Farmers' Market will be held every Wednesday
from 11:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. on West Campus in front of the Luria Library during the
academic year while classes are in session. Currently two vendors are providing a
wide range of local, organic produce. Please bring cash and your recyclable bag.
Thanks to the Projects in Sustainability class and the Student Sustainability Coalition
– with guidance from the Center for Sustainability -- for this ongoing effort.
AWARDS CORNER
CALL FOR EXEMPLARY PROGRAM NOMINATIONS. The Faculty Recognition Committee is now accepting nominations for the Exemplary
Program Award. The Academic Senate for California Community Colleges (ASCCC) presents
Exemplary Program Awards to as many as six programs from across the state at its January
meeting. The Board of Governors established the Exemplary Program Award in 1991 to
recognize outstanding community college programs and the Foundation for California
Community Colleges will again fund the award. As many as two California community
college programs will receive cash awards of $4,000 and up to four programs will receive
honorable mention plaques. This award offers an excellent opportunity for our college
to showcase exceptional programs. The theme for 2011-2012 is "Student Success: Programs
Engaging First-year Students". The focus of the award will be on those programs that
engage and serve incoming first-year students to provide them with services and/or
instruction tailored to identify their needs and prepare them in ways that increase
student retention and persistence. Innovation, integration and adaptation based upon
sound research are the keystones to successful applications. All members of the SBCC
community are encouraged to nominate a program that meets the criteria. For more information,
contact Laura Welby at welby@sbcc.edu. The deadline is Thurs., Sept. 29.
CALL FOR HAYWARD NOMINEES. The Faculty Recognition Committee is now accepting nominations for the Hayward Award for Excellence in Education. All faculty members, including full time and adjunct, both inside and outside of the classroom, are eligible for consideration, including previous nominees who did not receive the award. The awards, named in honor of former California Community Colleges' Chancellor Gerald C. Hayward, recognizes community college faculty members who demonstrate the highest level of commitment to their students, college, and profession. Recipients are nominated by their local peers and selected as winners by representatives of the Academic Senate for California Community Colleges. In addition to excellence in teaching, they must have a record of outstanding performance in professional activities, as well as a record of active participation on campus. Four recipients, each from different areas of the state, are selected and honored annually at the March Board of Governors' meeting. A $1,250 cash award and plaque is presented to each recipient. All faculty members are encouraged to nominate a faculty member who meets the criteria. For more information please contact Laura Welby at welby@sbcc.wsu. The deadline for completed letters of nomination is Thurs. Oct. 27.
KUDOS
Continuing Education Director Jack Bailey has joined the California Adult Literacy Professional Development Project's (CALPRO)
Professional Advisory Board. He was selected, in part, for his commitment to professional
development and focus on Professional Learning Communities and Communities of Practice,
especially in the area of English as a Second Language.
Dane Goodman, Atkinson Gallery Curator, was one of more than 200 local artists who contributed one of his pieces of work to the Art from Scrap 20th anniversary fundraiser "One Night Stand." All proceeds benefit the local nonprofit dedicated to reducing, reusing, and recycling items that can be turned into art.
Congratulations to Scheinfeld Center Director Melissa Moreno for receiving the National Association for Community Colleges' Entrepreneurship (NACCE) Impact Award. These awards honor faculty and staff who are making an impact on campus by leading the charge and championing the role entrepreneurship education has in transforming lives. The honor also recognizes the entrepreneurial spirit, leadership and continuous work of these community college professionals. Melissa will accept this national award on October 10 at the NACCE annual conference in Portland/.
Joe Sullivan, Vice President for Business Services, recently competed in and took home honors in the Santa Barbara Triathlon. In the Long Course, Joe came in third in his division. The next day in the other course, he captured the top spot in his division. Congratulations!
Four SBCC culinary graduates will be preparing celebrity chef Fabio Viviani's menu for the September 11 Taste of the Town fundraiser to benefit the Arthritis Foundation. Chef Viviani, who will supervise the graduates, is the headliner for the event which will feature more than 80 local restaurants and wineries. Other SBCC culinary students will be on hand as well serving as waitstaff.
LONGEVITY AWARDS. Two SBCC administrators reached benchmark years of service effective September 1, 2011: Keith McLellan, Dean, Educational Programs, 25 years; and Marilynn Spaventa, Acting Executive Vice President, Educational Programs, 20 years. The following employees reached benchmark years of service in August: Ryan Alexander, Multimedia Arts & Technology (ICLC), 10 years; Maria Antunez, Continuing Education, 35 years; Jennifer Hock, IT, 10 years; Toni Mendoza, Bookstore, 10 years; Sharon Stewart, Allied Health and Nursing, 10 years; Dan Watkins, IT, 10 years; and Sara Whipple, Business Division (ICLC), 10 years.
SELECTED NEWS COVERAGE
August 23 – September 6, 2011
City College district lines to be changed, guest editorial by Lanny Ebenstein, Santa
Barbara News Press, August 28
SBCC names six faculty excellence award recipients for 2011-2012, Edhat, Noozhawk, and Santa Barbara Independent, August 29
Foundation for SBCC raises nearly $700,000 with 'Campaign for Student Success,' Noozhawk,August 30
Men's and Women's soccer teams update, Santa Barbara News Press, August 30
Farmers' Market makes fall debut on SBCC campus, Edhat, Noozhawk and Santa Barbara Independent, September 1
Playing the Fields: Artist Laura Krifka shows her evolving focus as a painter and sculptor in exhibit at the Atkinson Gallery, Santa Barbara News Press, September 2
ASB President JJ Englert recalls the moments after 9/11, Santa Barbara News Press, September 4
DEAN DUTY
WEEK 3: SEPT. 5-10
MONDAY, 5 (HOLIDAY)
TUESDAY, 6
Bone* (Scharper)
WEDNESDAY, 7
Gentry* (Sullivan)
THURSDAY, 8
Gentry (Bishop)
SATURDAY, 10
(Spaventa/Scharper)
WEEK 4: SEPT. 12-17
MONDAY, 12
Bone (Pazich)
TUESDAY, 13
Bone (Hersh)
WEDNESDAY, 14
Gentry (Hollems)
THURSDAY, 15
Gentry (McLellan)
SATURDAY, 17
(Spaventa/Scharper)
*Michelle Bone and Susan Gentry can be reached at ext. 4444
COLLEGE GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE MEETINGS*
Wed. Sept. 7, 3:00 – 5:00 p.m., Academic Senate meeting (Steering), BC 21
Thurs., Sept. 8, 4:00 p.m., SBCC District Board of Trustees' Study Session, A218
Fri., Sept. 9, 2:30 – 4:00 p.m., Instructors' Association Plenary Session, BC Forum
Tues., Sept. 13, 3:00 – 4:30 p.m., College Planning Council, A218
Wed., Sept. 14, 3:00 – 5:00 p.m., Academic Senate meeting, BC 214
Mon., Sept. 19, 4:00 p.m., SBCC District Board of Trustees' Facilities Subcommittee
meeting, A281
Thurs., Sept. 22, 4:00 p.m., SBCC District Board of Trustees' Regular Board meeting,
A211
Tues., Sept. 27. 2:00 p.m., Classified Consultation Group, CC226
*The dates/times/locations of the above meetings are correct at the time FaST News is issued. Please check SBCC Website for most current updates.
FALL SEMESTER - 2011 ACADEMIC CALENDAR
Tues., Sept. 6, Priority Degree/Certificate Filing Period Begins
Fri., Sept. 23, Last Day to Petition for Pass/No Pass Grading
SPORTS EVENTS CALENDAR
Tues., Sep 06, Men's Soccer, Taft CC, SBCC, 7:00 p.m.
Fri., Sep 09,Women's Volleyball, El Camino Quad, Torrance,10:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m.
Fri., Sep 09, Women's Soccer, Cuyamaca College, SBCC, 2:00 p.m.
Fri., Sep 09, Men's Soccer, Cypress College, SBCC, 7:00 p.m.
Fri. – Sat., Sep 09-10, Women's Golf, Desert Classic, Palm Springs, 7:00 a.m.
Sat., Sept. 10, Football, Antelope Valley vs. SBCC, SBCC, 6:00 p.m.
Mon., Sept. 12, WSC #2 (Santa Barbara hosts), SB Golf Club, SBCC, 10:30 a.m.
Tues., Sept. 13, Men's Soccer, San Bernardino College,SBCC, 7:00 p.m.
Sat., Sept. 17, Women's Volleyball, SBCC (Quad), SBCC (Cuesta, Golden West, Fullerton,
All Day
Mon., Sept. 19, WSC #3 (Bakersfield Hosts), River Lakes Golf Club, SBCC, 10:00 a.m.
