1/4/2001 • Issue #46 News & Views Happy Birthday BCC! Yesterday BCC celebrated its 35th anniversary. The college opened its doors to approximately 450 community members seeking higher education in January 1966 at Newport High School. Today BCC provides education and training opportunities to over 21,000 students. Throughout BCC history, teaching and learning excellence have remained top priorities. You can visit a special Founder’s Day website with reflections from staff and faculty, a chronological timeline, a photo gallery and an interactive section where you may contribute your own memories of BCC at http://www.bcc.ctc.edu/foundersday An Update From the “Zone” Did you know that Continuing Education’s arts program has a new name? Arts 2000 was renamed Art-Zones a few weeks ago. Art-Zones offers visual, literary, performing arts and media classes in locations throughout the Eastside. A new state-of-the-art photography lab, with 12 workstations and a darkroom, just opened at Factoria Center. Day or evening photo classes will be available at the end of the month for the novice or the expert. In other Art-Zones news, five artists from the Public Art and Design program will be working with the new Early Learning, Family, and Childcare Center project architect to design and construct donor recognition artwork for the new facility. Employee of the Month Congratulations to Tracy Tucker, the classified staff association “Employee of the Month” for December! Tracy, a campus security officer in Campus Operations, has been at the college since 1995. Colleagues praised her sense of humor, professional manner and grace under pressure. “Tracy is always helpful and polite,” said one of her many fans. Another remarked, “Tracy is unfailingly supportive of other BCC employees and very attentive and conscientious.” Movers & Shakers Congratulations to faculty and staff on these recent accomplishments: Counseling Center instructor and counselor Akemi Matsumoto, WorkFirst - ESL Program Manager Dawn Furushima and BCC trustee Ruthann Kurose were named to the board of the Seattle Japanese American Citizens League (JACL). JACL is the oldest and largest national Asian American civil and human rights organization in the United States. The installation ceremony for new board members takes place on January 27. Anthropology instructor Nancy Gonlin was just published in an encyclopedia titled “Archaeology of Ancient Mexico and Central America.” She has two entries - one discussing archeological evidence for social organization at the family level in Mesoamerica and another outlining museums, archives and libraries in North America and Central America that contain Mesoamerican artifacts. Students will be able to take advantage of this archeological resource when it arrives in the BCC library later this year. Mary Heffernan, International Marketing Coordinator in International Programs, was recently named to the board of the World Trade Club. She will serve a three-year term as the committee chair for the organization’s Education and Institutional Relations committee. The World Trade Club, a non-profit organization focusing on international business and education, offers monthly skills sessions, luncheons and seminars. For more details on the organization, contact Mary Heffernan via campus e-mail. Absorb Art, Culture & Lots of Pasta Imagine spending two weeks of your summer vacation soaking up art, culture and sunshine in Italy! Instructor Vicki Artimovich will lead her popular “Three Graces” tour in July, educating visitors on 500 years of Italian theater and art history. The tour includes stops in Venice, Florence, Rome and London. Vicki will give a slide presentation and tour overview on Saturday, January 20 at 1 p.m. in room B104. For more details, contact Vicki at 564-2629 or via campus e-mail. Winter Events at BCC BCC offers plenty of events to let you pitch in, educate or entertain yourself this winter! Campus Food Drive - Look for collection bins on campus January 8-19 and participate in a BCC food drive! You can drop off non-perishable food donations for Northwest Harvest in the Student Union Building, President’s Office, College Relations, Science Division Office, Arts & Humanities Office, Gym, Library, Lincoln Center and Factoria Center. In the spirit of community service and to honor the achievements of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., please bring a donation to help those less fortunate. For more details, contact Elise Erickson at 564-2302. Multi-Cultural Film Series -- January 8, 9 & 10, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. in the cafeteria. View films documenting the historical significance of Martin Luther King, Jr. and the civil rights movement in the United States. Learn about the struggles and challenges faced by African-Americans and all those who advocated for the changes that transformed U.S. society. For more details, contact Multi-Cultural Services at 564-2208. BCC Gallery Show - January 8 - February 9 in the BCC Gallery (in the library). Stop by the campus gallery to view the work of ceramic artists Tip Toland and Bridget Young. Their work focuses on different aspects of the human figure. For more details, contact Dale Lindman, gallery director, at 564-2053 or via campus e-mail. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration - Thursday, January 11, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. in the Carlson Theatre. Celebrate and honor the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by listening to reflections of BCC students, staff, faculty and community members. During the “Transformational Experiences” event, you’ll hear the words and wisdom of Martin Luther King, Jr. and learn how his legacy continues to impact the lives of others. Faculty are encouraged to bring their classes. This event is sponsored by the Multi-Cultural Services Center and ASBCC. For more information, call Multi-Cultural Services at 564-2208. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Banquet - Saturday, January 13, 6 - 8 p.m. in the cafeteria. Enjoy a celebration banquet and an evening of music and words celebrating the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.  Speakers include Rev. Dr. Leslie Braxton, Rev. Al Veillette and Deborah Horne of KIRO TV. Tickets are available at the Campus Information Center, C106 ($15 adults, $10 students, free for kids under age seven). For more details, contact Multi-Cultural Services at 564-2208. Celebrate Abilities & Promote Disability Awareness - Tuesday, January 16 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. in room C130. Celebrate the accomplishments of BCC students with disabilities and learn about their unique challenges. Enjoy food, student speakers and entertainment and show your appreciation for our students with disabilities -- students who enrich the diversity of our campus. Students will present information and answer questions about “hidden disabilities.” This event is sponsored by ASBCC, the Campus Activities Board and Disability Support Services. Call Student Programs at 564-6152 for additional details. BCC Children's Fair - Saturday, January 20 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. in the Student Union Building. All local families are invited to attend a day of fun and learning at the BCC Children’s Fair! Visit more than 20 booths to learn about health, nutrition, literacy, mentoring and safety programs. Free snacks, prizes for children, and family entertainment will be provided. This event is sponsored by ASBCC, Phi Theta Kappa, the Campus Activities Board and local service agencies. For more information, contact Student Programs at 564-6152. BCC Childcare Center Art Exhibit & Silent Auction - Saturday, January 20, 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the L Building lobby. Enjoy a  display of artwork by children from the BCC Childcare Center. Bid on items and help raise funds for student scholarships and the new Early Learning, Family, and Childcare Center. You will have the opportunity to bid on treasures by blossoming young artists. Call Student Programs at 564-6152 for more details. High Tea - Thursday, January 25, 1:30 - 3 p.m. in room C130. Enjoy succulent sweets and teas from around the world in this popular event from Student Programs. Take an afternoon break and wind down with musical entertainment and good conversation with students, faculty and staff. For more information, contact Student Programs at 564-6152.   Welcome & Farewell Welcome to our new BCC faculty and staff: Jan Dwyer, Early Childhood Program Specialist, Student Childcare Center Lisa Poon, Maintenance Custodian I, Campus Operations Tien Vo, Maintenance Custodian I, Campus Operations Mary Wilson, Maintenance Custodian I, Campus Operations Dixie Scott, Director of Program Development, Cont. Ed. Gloria Blanchard-Courtade, Info. Tech. Consultant IV, Tech. Services Peggy Day, Program Assistant, Assessment/GED FJ Peppard, Computer Maintenance Tech. II, Tech. Services Kara McKinzie, Program Manager A, International Programs Leslie Patino, Maintenance Custodian I, Campus Operations John Kirby, Maintenance Custodian I, Campus Operations Sergey Lavrentyev, Program Coordinator, Cont. Ed./Support Services Samantha Holmes, Program Assistant, Cont. Ed./Customer Support Peter Kirov, Program Assistant, Cont. Ed./Customer Service Congratulations on recent promotions or changes: Karla Bennett, Curriculum and Resources Planner, Career Center Cynthia Glenn, Secretary Senior, Career Center Roberta Gray, Program Assistant, Enrollment Services Gary Farris, Information Tech. Consultant V Sue Fernalld, Budget Analyst II, Budget Office Nora Lance, Temporary Program Manager A, International Student Services Kyra Olson, Program Assistant, Tech Prep A fond farewell to departing BCC employees: Christine Gillette, Program Assistant, International Programs Bart Granlund, Early Childhood Program Specialist, Student Childcare Center Kimberly Hildebrand, Program Coordinator A, International Programs Chris Todd, Campus Security Sergeant, Campus Operations Campus Calendar January 8-19, Campus Food Drive January 8-10, MCS Film Series, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Cafeteria January 9, New Student Orientation,Room C120-A, 11:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. January 10, New Student Orientation, Room C120-A, 4:30 p.m. January 11, New Student Orientation, Room C120-A, 1:30 & 2:30 p.m. January 11, MLK Jr. Event “Transformational Experiences,” 11:30 a.m., Carlson Theatre January 15, Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday - Campus Closed January 16, Disability Awareness Event, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Room C130 January 20, BCC Children’s Fair, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Student Union Building January 20, Childcare Center Art Exhibit & Auction, 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m, L Building lobby January 25, High Tea, 1:30 - 3 p.m., Room C130 January 30, Board of Trustees Meeting, 12:30 p.m., Room B201 February 2, Symphonic Choir’s Choral Festival, all day, Carlson Theatre February 9-10, Big Band Jazz Festival, 7:30 p.m., Carlson Theatre Up-to-date campus events may be found on the BCC Intranet at: http://intranet.bcc.ctc.edu (click on Events Calendar). College Relations Corner In the News On Tuesday, the Eastside Journal printed a front-page story about BCC Founder’s Day. The article covered the college’s history, along with memories and quotes from Kae Hutchison, Pauline Christiansen and Karl Palo.  Read the story online at http://www.eastsidejournal.com/sited/story/html/39575. On the Web Check out these new websites just launched in 2001! Multi-Cultural Services website http://www.bcc.ctc.edu/mcs BCC Founder's Day website http://www.bcc.ctc.edu/foundersday Take a tour of some recently redesigned websites: Early Learning, Family and Childcare Center website http://www.bcc.ctc.edu/foundation/earlylearning Parent Education website http://www.bcc.ctc.edu/parent-ed Student Programs website http://www.bcc.ctc.edu/stupro