In Fall 2004, the Foothill-De Anza Community College District conducted a survey of all students and employees to determine if changes to the district’s smoking policy were desired. The results of that survey led to the district adopting its current board policy, which permits smoking in designated parking lots only.
These surveys are repeated about every two years. Your answers to the Fall 2008 Smoking Policy Survey will help the district determine if further changes to board policy and/or enforcement are needed to provide a safe and healthy working and learning environment. Please take the short, 12-question Fall 2008 Smoking Policy Survey now.
Monday, November 24, 2008
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
** News for Foothill Students **
Starting Tomorrow, Expect Delays Entering & Exiting the Foothill Campus
On Wednesday, Nov. 19, the township of Los Altos begins installing median sidewalks along El Monte Road. To keep workers and drivers safe, the two lanes on El Monte Road will be reduced to a single lane. Allow yourself extra time, and expect delays entering and exiting the Foothill campus. Township officials expect this project to be completed by the end of December. Entering/exiting at the Moody Road entrance near Lot 7, near the fire station, may alleviate some congestion. We ask for your patience to ensure safety for all.
Also, a word about sharing the campus loop road with VTA busses. If you’ve followed a bus along loop road, you’ve likely noticed that the bus requires both lanes beginning at Lot 6. The driver is not being inconsiderate; the bus simply cannot negotiate the turning radius using only one lane. For safety reasons, bus drivers use both lanes to discourage cars from driving along side busses. This allows bus drivers to make the turn safely and keeps other drivers safe.
Research & Apply Early for Scholarships
This is an excellent time to research Foothill scholarships, download application materials, write your essay and request letters of recommendation. The key to earning a scholarship is reviewing each award's criteria and submitting the required essay and related forms well before the Feb. 12 deadline. Scholarships will be awarded during Spring Quarter. Review Foothill's scholarship listings. Foothill offers numerous scholarships for students of all majors and interests. You can use scholarship money to pay for books, computer gear and even to offset living expenses
Final Exams for Fall Quarter 2008
Final examinations are given in all courses except physical education activity, CNSL 50, cooperative education and tutoring courses. Final examinations normally will not be given in advance of the scheduled time. Review the Fall Quarter 2008 final exam schedule. You are responsible for taking all assigned final examinations. Failure to take the final exam will result in an F grade. If you miss a final exam for a legitimate reason, you should immediately communicate with your instructors and counselor.
Foothill Teams Up with Pacific Graduate School of Psychology to Offer You a Bachelor’s Degree Program
Next fall, Foothill College will team up with Pacific Graduate School of Psychology (PGSP) to offer you an innovative and affordable bachelor’s degree program at the Foothill campus. Ranked as one of the top three institutions specializing in social sciences, PGSP will partner with Foothill to bring you a two-year completion program in business psychology. All classes will meet at Foothill College, in small cohort-style groups, yielding individual attention and access to outstanding faculty and staff.
If you’re completing general education or university-transfer courses, and are interested in a career in management, human resources or marketing, you should consider this new Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Psychology as an opportunity to fast track your career conveniently and affordably. Learn more or call PGSP Program Director Dr. Helena Ting at (650) 520-3451
The Enchanted on Stage at Foothill College
The Foothill College Theatre Arts Department presents The Enchanted, a joyous, supernatural romance, through Nov. 23 in the new Lohman Theatre at Foothill College in Los Altos Hills. Evening performances are Nov. 14, 15, 20, 21 and 22 at 8 p.m. Matinees are Nov. 16 and 23 at 2 p.m.
Directed by Foothill Theatre Arts Instructor Janis Bergmann, the play focuses on an adventurous young girl, who yearns to reform the world by means of the supernatural. Most of the local townspeople are tolerant of her lively, unconventional ways, but the government inspector regards her as a threat to order and security. He summons all of the authority and power of the state to rid her of her obsession. Ultimately the adventure of love entices her to choose between the world of matter and the realm of spirit, accomplishing in a split second what law, force and logic cannot.
Tickets are $16, general admission; $12, students and seniors; $8, Foothill students with OwlCard. Purchase tickets online at www.foothill.edu/fa or by phone at (650) 949-7360. Parking Lot 8 provides stair and no-stair access to the theatre. Visitors must purchase a required parking permit for $2.
Foothill Printmakers Exhibit New Work in Appreciation Hall
Think Ink is an exhibition of original prints created and curated by printmakers in Studio 1801 at Foothill College. The works address a wide range of contemporary issues and feelings. Print processes include intaglio, relief, screenprint, monotype, monoprint and collograph. Check out the exhibit in Appreciation Hall (Building 1500).
CreatiVision3 Exhibition
CreatiVision3, a digital photography show featuring the images of Barbara Collins, Tamara Barr and Marcia Bhide, runs through Dec. 7 in the Foothill College Photography Department Gallery in Building 6100. Bhide, Barr and Collins are all either current or former students in the college’s Photography & Digital Imaging Department. They have won numerous awards for their work and have shown extensively throughout the Bay Area. Each artist works with camera and computer to produce works that demonstrate just how far digital imaging has come in a very short time. Admission is free. Gallery hours are Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m.; Tuesdays from 1 to 10 p.m.; Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturdays from noon to 4 p.m.; and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, call (650) 949-7014
Rock Band Competition Fund-Raiser
The Foothill College Microcredit Club presents its Rock Band Competition Wednesday, Nov. 19, from noon to 1 p.m. in the Campus Center Dining Hall. The winning contestant will win a $100 Best Buy gift certificate. There is a $5-fee to compete and you must sign up in advance to participate. Competition proceeds will be loaned to entrepreneurs in developing countries as they work to secure a living wage and end poverty in their communities. Learn more about the Microcredit Club by attending the group's weekly meetings, Mondays from noon to 1 p.m. in Room 3206. You can also sign up for the competition and review the song list at the meetings. For details, e-mail Foothill_microcredit@hotmail.com or call (650) 949-7282
12th Annual Silicon Valley Bowl Game
The 12th annual Silicon Valley Bowl Game is Saturday, Nov. 22, at 1 p.m. in the Foothill College stadium. Bowl game tickets are available at the gate. For more information, call (650) 949-7248.
Free, Rapid HIV Testing to Commemorate World AIDS Day
To commemorate World AIDS Day, the Foothill Health Services Office will offer free rapid HIV testing and counseling to Foothill students Nov. 24 through Dec. 12. To schedule an appointment, visit Room 2126 or call (650) 949-7243. World AIDS Day brings people from around the world together with a single effort: To raise awareness about HIV and express global solidarity with people living with HIV.
Thanksgiving Holiday Observance
Foothill College will close to observe the Thanksgiving holiday Nov. 27–28. Also, weekend classes do not meet Nov. 29–30.
Deadline to Petition for Fall Quarter 2008 Graduation
The deadline to petition for Fall Quarter graduation is Dec. 1. If you intend to graduate at the end of this quarter, you are responsible for scheduling a petition consultation with a Foothill counselor online at meetcounselor.hereweb.com or by calling (650) 949-7423
Student & Faculty Work Featured at Video Showcase
The Foothill Video Arts Department presents a daylong showcase of student and faculty videos Monday, Dec. 1, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Campus Center Dining Hall. Admission is free. See what video students are creating from a variety of Foothill video courses, including Web video, digital video production, video editing, sound editing and animation, and audio for video. For more information, call (650) 949-7262
Campus Abroad in Ecuador Information Meeting
Foothill hosts a unique five-week campus abroad journey for Summer 2008 as students will travel to Ecuador to live, study and work with international scientists to uncover objects in ancient archeology digs, attend field trips and participate in service learning projects. Learn more about the program and meet Foothill Anthropology Instructor Sam Connell, who will lead Foothill's Ecuador program, by attending a free information session Wednesday, Dec. 3, at noon and again at 6 p.m. in Room 3103 at Foothill College. Admission is free; parking is $2. Connell will detail the program's required coursework and unit load; what experiences participants can expect; costs; program dates; application procedures; and living quarters, meals and laundry service participants can expect. In addition, you'll hear what special trips/excursions participants can experience and which of these are included in program cost. Your classes will focus on Inca archaeology, Andean culture, colonial history, Eq uator and the Amazon, and Spanish language. For program information, deposit and application procedures, call (650) 949-7614
Foothill Authors Series Presents Andrew & Alex Fraknoi
Children and their parents are invited to a special holiday party and book reading featuring award-winning Foothill College Astronomy Instructor Andrew Fraknoi and Alex Fraknoi, his son and co-editor, of Disney’s Wonderful World of Space, Wednesday, Dec. 3, at 3:30 p.m. in the Campus Center Dining Room at Foothill College. Admission is free and the public is invited. Faculty and staff earn PGA/PAA credit for attending the presentation. Parking Lot 8 provides no-stair access to Room 1501 and Campus Center. Visitors must purchase a required parking permit for $2.
Families Can Enjoy The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe at Foothill College
The Foothill College Theatre Arts Department teams up with Peninsula Youth Theatre for an exciting production of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe Dec. 4 through Dec. 7 in the Smithwick Theatre at Foothill College. Presented for children and their families, performances are Dec. 4 and Dec. 5 at 10:15 a.m.; Dec. 6 at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m.; and Dec. 7 at 2 p.m.
A classic story for kids and adults, The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe chronicles the adventures of four siblings as they take a trip through a strange wardrobe to the magical land of Narnia, where the treacherous White Witch has cast a spell of eternal winter over the land populated by animals and mystical creatures. In a climactic struggle pitting the forces of good versus evil, the children try to fulfill the prophecy that will return Narnia to its rightful ruler, Aslan the Lion.
Tickets are $7. Discounts are available for groups of 15 or more. To purchase tickets, call the Foothill Box Office at (650) 949-7360 or purchase tickets online at www.foothill.edu/fa. For school-group sales, call PYT at (650) 988-8798, ext. 303. Visitors must purchase a campus parking permit for $2; permit not required for busses. Parking lots 1, 7 and 8 provide stair and no-stair access to the theatre
Dance Open House Featuring Works in Progress
The award-winning Foothill College Dance Department presents an open house and showcase of original student choreography works in progress in the Dance Studio Friday, Dec. 5, from 6 to 8 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, call (650) 949-7354
One Book, One College, One Community Project
Based on its on- and off-campus success, Foothill is reprising its One Book, One College, One Community Initiative that encourage students, community members, faculty and staff to read a chosen book and participate in events related to the selected work. The book selected for the 2008-2009 academic year is Not a Genuine Black Man by Bay Area author/actor/comedian Brian Copeland.
But audiences don't have to wait to pick up the book to hear from Copeland. The award-winning artist will give a one-night-only performance of Not a Genuine Black Man, his acclaimed one-man show, Friday, Jan. 9, at 7 p.m. in the Smithwick Theatre at Foothill College. A reception and book signing will follow. Tickets are $25, general admission; $20, student with identification. To purchase tickets, call (650) 949-7360.
After a smash run off-Broadway, Copeland's Not a Genuine Black Man holds the record for the longest running solo show in San Francisco history. The multi-talented comedian, writer, television host, talk radio host and commentator has basked in the glow of both public and critical acclaim for nearly a decade. His incisive, cutting-edge standup comedy material and his unique ability to hilariously cut to the heart of some of our most serious social and political problems has earned him spots as the opening act for such diverse artists as Ray Charles, Ringo Starr, James Brown, Etta James, Smokey Robinson and Aretha Franklin, among others. Not a Genuine Black Man deals with the lingering effects of Copeland's childhood spent as an African American in the then predominantly white Bay Area suburb of San Leandro. The show's themes of isolation, racial identity and redemption strike a central nerve in audiences. The San Francisco Chronicle called it, "...a bea utiful mix of wry humor and heartbreak, indignation and inspiration, a singular story of extreme isolation that speaks to anyone who's ever felt out of place."
2nd Annual Foothill Business Plan Competition
If you see yourself in a leadership role, excel in collaborative situations, have a unique business idea and want to get hands-on experience as a rainmaker in the Silicon Valley business community, get real return on your intellectual investment and compete in the second annual Foothill College Business Plan Competition. With a scholarship fund of $10,000 to share among the top five teams, awards will be presented to competitors from technology, retail, arts, sciences and service industries as well as non-profit groups. Individuals and teams of up to four members are invited to participate.
To compete, you must attend one information workshop with Foothill Business Instructor Glenn Violett, M.A. Workshops meet at Foothill in Room 3015 on the following dates: Wednesday, Jan. 14, at 4 p.m.; Friday, Jan. 16, at noon; Tuesday, Jan. 20, at 4 p.m.; or Friday, Jan. 30, at noon. Presented by the Foothill College Entrepreneur Center, the contest concludes May 21 when finalists will pitch their plans to a distinguished panel of Silicon Valley business experts. For more information, e-mail ViolettGlenn@foothill.edu or call (650) 949-7577
Free Emergency Contraceptives Available at On-Campus Health Center
The on-campus Health Services Office provides students with free emergency contraceptives such as the morning-after and Plan B pills. The center teams up with Planned Parenthood to provide this service. For more information, call (650) 949-7243 or visit the center in Room 2126 of the Campus Center Building. Center hours are Mondays through Fridays, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; closed during lunch.
For On-Campus Emergencies, Call 911
Should you ever confront a health emergency on campus, call 911 immediately. Do not call the on-campus Health Services Office. Health Services staff are not emergency responders and do not function in this role for Foothill College. It is critical that students, faculty and staff understand that 911 is the first call to make for all health and safety emergencies at Foothill
On Wednesday, Nov. 19, the township of Los Altos begins installing median sidewalks along El Monte Road. To keep workers and drivers safe, the two lanes on El Monte Road will be reduced to a single lane. Allow yourself extra time, and expect delays entering and exiting the Foothill campus. Township officials expect this project to be completed by the end of December. Entering/exiting at the Moody Road entrance near Lot 7, near the fire station, may alleviate some congestion. We ask for your patience to ensure safety for all.
Also, a word about sharing the campus loop road with VTA busses. If you’ve followed a bus along loop road, you’ve likely noticed that the bus requires both lanes beginning at Lot 6. The driver is not being inconsiderate; the bus simply cannot negotiate the turning radius using only one lane. For safety reasons, bus drivers use both lanes to discourage cars from driving along side busses. This allows bus drivers to make the turn safely and keeps other drivers safe.
Research & Apply Early for Scholarships
This is an excellent time to research Foothill scholarships, download application materials, write your essay and request letters of recommendation. The key to earning a scholarship is reviewing each award's criteria and submitting the required essay and related forms well before the Feb. 12 deadline. Scholarships will be awarded during Spring Quarter. Review Foothill's scholarship listings. Foothill offers numerous scholarships for students of all majors and interests. You can use scholarship money to pay for books, computer gear and even to offset living expenses
Final Exams for Fall Quarter 2008
Final examinations are given in all courses except physical education activity, CNSL 50, cooperative education and tutoring courses. Final examinations normally will not be given in advance of the scheduled time. Review the Fall Quarter 2008 final exam schedule. You are responsible for taking all assigned final examinations. Failure to take the final exam will result in an F grade. If you miss a final exam for a legitimate reason, you should immediately communicate with your instructors and counselor.
Foothill Teams Up with Pacific Graduate School of Psychology to Offer You a Bachelor’s Degree Program
Next fall, Foothill College will team up with Pacific Graduate School of Psychology (PGSP) to offer you an innovative and affordable bachelor’s degree program at the Foothill campus. Ranked as one of the top three institutions specializing in social sciences, PGSP will partner with Foothill to bring you a two-year completion program in business psychology. All classes will meet at Foothill College, in small cohort-style groups, yielding individual attention and access to outstanding faculty and staff.
If you’re completing general education or university-transfer courses, and are interested in a career in management, human resources or marketing, you should consider this new Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Psychology as an opportunity to fast track your career conveniently and affordably. Learn more or call PGSP Program Director Dr. Helena Ting at (650) 520-3451
The Enchanted on Stage at Foothill College
The Foothill College Theatre Arts Department presents The Enchanted, a joyous, supernatural romance, through Nov. 23 in the new Lohman Theatre at Foothill College in Los Altos Hills. Evening performances are Nov. 14, 15, 20, 21 and 22 at 8 p.m. Matinees are Nov. 16 and 23 at 2 p.m.
Directed by Foothill Theatre Arts Instructor Janis Bergmann, the play focuses on an adventurous young girl, who yearns to reform the world by means of the supernatural. Most of the local townspeople are tolerant of her lively, unconventional ways, but the government inspector regards her as a threat to order and security. He summons all of the authority and power of the state to rid her of her obsession. Ultimately the adventure of love entices her to choose between the world of matter and the realm of spirit, accomplishing in a split second what law, force and logic cannot.
Tickets are $16, general admission; $12, students and seniors; $8, Foothill students with OwlCard. Purchase tickets online at www.foothill.edu/fa or by phone at (650) 949-7360. Parking Lot 8 provides stair and no-stair access to the theatre. Visitors must purchase a required parking permit for $2.
Foothill Printmakers Exhibit New Work in Appreciation Hall
Think Ink is an exhibition of original prints created and curated by printmakers in Studio 1801 at Foothill College. The works address a wide range of contemporary issues and feelings. Print processes include intaglio, relief, screenprint, monotype, monoprint and collograph. Check out the exhibit in Appreciation Hall (Building 1500).
CreatiVision3 Exhibition
CreatiVision3, a digital photography show featuring the images of Barbara Collins, Tamara Barr and Marcia Bhide, runs through Dec. 7 in the Foothill College Photography Department Gallery in Building 6100. Bhide, Barr and Collins are all either current or former students in the college’s Photography & Digital Imaging Department. They have won numerous awards for their work and have shown extensively throughout the Bay Area. Each artist works with camera and computer to produce works that demonstrate just how far digital imaging has come in a very short time. Admission is free. Gallery hours are Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m.; Tuesdays from 1 to 10 p.m.; Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturdays from noon to 4 p.m.; and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, call (650) 949-7014
Rock Band Competition Fund-Raiser
The Foothill College Microcredit Club presents its Rock Band Competition Wednesday, Nov. 19, from noon to 1 p.m. in the Campus Center Dining Hall. The winning contestant will win a $100 Best Buy gift certificate. There is a $5-fee to compete and you must sign up in advance to participate. Competition proceeds will be loaned to entrepreneurs in developing countries as they work to secure a living wage and end poverty in their communities. Learn more about the Microcredit Club by attending the group's weekly meetings, Mondays from noon to 1 p.m. in Room 3206. You can also sign up for the competition and review the song list at the meetings. For details, e-mail Foothill_microcredit@hotmail.com or call (650) 949-7282
12th Annual Silicon Valley Bowl Game
The 12th annual Silicon Valley Bowl Game is Saturday, Nov. 22, at 1 p.m. in the Foothill College stadium. Bowl game tickets are available at the gate. For more information, call (650) 949-7248.
Free, Rapid HIV Testing to Commemorate World AIDS Day
To commemorate World AIDS Day, the Foothill Health Services Office will offer free rapid HIV testing and counseling to Foothill students Nov. 24 through Dec. 12. To schedule an appointment, visit Room 2126 or call (650) 949-7243. World AIDS Day brings people from around the world together with a single effort: To raise awareness about HIV and express global solidarity with people living with HIV.
Thanksgiving Holiday Observance
Foothill College will close to observe the Thanksgiving holiday Nov. 27–28. Also, weekend classes do not meet Nov. 29–30.
Deadline to Petition for Fall Quarter 2008 Graduation
The deadline to petition for Fall Quarter graduation is Dec. 1. If you intend to graduate at the end of this quarter, you are responsible for scheduling a petition consultation with a Foothill counselor online at meetcounselor.hereweb.com or by calling (650) 949-7423
Student & Faculty Work Featured at Video Showcase
The Foothill Video Arts Department presents a daylong showcase of student and faculty videos Monday, Dec. 1, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Campus Center Dining Hall. Admission is free. See what video students are creating from a variety of Foothill video courses, including Web video, digital video production, video editing, sound editing and animation, and audio for video. For more information, call (650) 949-7262
Campus Abroad in Ecuador Information Meeting
Foothill hosts a unique five-week campus abroad journey for Summer 2008 as students will travel to Ecuador to live, study and work with international scientists to uncover objects in ancient archeology digs, attend field trips and participate in service learning projects. Learn more about the program and meet Foothill Anthropology Instructor Sam Connell, who will lead Foothill's Ecuador program, by attending a free information session Wednesday, Dec. 3, at noon and again at 6 p.m. in Room 3103 at Foothill College. Admission is free; parking is $2. Connell will detail the program's required coursework and unit load; what experiences participants can expect; costs; program dates; application procedures; and living quarters, meals and laundry service participants can expect. In addition, you'll hear what special trips/excursions participants can experience and which of these are included in program cost. Your classes will focus on Inca archaeology, Andean culture, colonial history, Eq uator and the Amazon, and Spanish language. For program information, deposit and application procedures, call (650) 949-7614
Foothill Authors Series Presents Andrew & Alex Fraknoi
Children and their parents are invited to a special holiday party and book reading featuring award-winning Foothill College Astronomy Instructor Andrew Fraknoi and Alex Fraknoi, his son and co-editor, of Disney’s Wonderful World of Space, Wednesday, Dec. 3, at 3:30 p.m. in the Campus Center Dining Room at Foothill College. Admission is free and the public is invited. Faculty and staff earn PGA/PAA credit for attending the presentation. Parking Lot 8 provides no-stair access to Room 1501 and Campus Center. Visitors must purchase a required parking permit for $2.
Families Can Enjoy The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe at Foothill College
The Foothill College Theatre Arts Department teams up with Peninsula Youth Theatre for an exciting production of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe Dec. 4 through Dec. 7 in the Smithwick Theatre at Foothill College. Presented for children and their families, performances are Dec. 4 and Dec. 5 at 10:15 a.m.; Dec. 6 at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m.; and Dec. 7 at 2 p.m.
A classic story for kids and adults, The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe chronicles the adventures of four siblings as they take a trip through a strange wardrobe to the magical land of Narnia, where the treacherous White Witch has cast a spell of eternal winter over the land populated by animals and mystical creatures. In a climactic struggle pitting the forces of good versus evil, the children try to fulfill the prophecy that will return Narnia to its rightful ruler, Aslan the Lion.
Tickets are $7. Discounts are available for groups of 15 or more. To purchase tickets, call the Foothill Box Office at (650) 949-7360 or purchase tickets online at www.foothill.edu/fa. For school-group sales, call PYT at (650) 988-8798, ext. 303. Visitors must purchase a campus parking permit for $2; permit not required for busses. Parking lots 1, 7 and 8 provide stair and no-stair access to the theatre
Dance Open House Featuring Works in Progress
The award-winning Foothill College Dance Department presents an open house and showcase of original student choreography works in progress in the Dance Studio Friday, Dec. 5, from 6 to 8 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, call (650) 949-7354
One Book, One College, One Community Project
Based on its on- and off-campus success, Foothill is reprising its One Book, One College, One Community Initiative that encourage students, community members, faculty and staff to read a chosen book and participate in events related to the selected work. The book selected for the 2008-2009 academic year is Not a Genuine Black Man by Bay Area author/actor/comedian Brian Copeland.
But audiences don't have to wait to pick up the book to hear from Copeland. The award-winning artist will give a one-night-only performance of Not a Genuine Black Man, his acclaimed one-man show, Friday, Jan. 9, at 7 p.m. in the Smithwick Theatre at Foothill College. A reception and book signing will follow. Tickets are $25, general admission; $20, student with identification. To purchase tickets, call (650) 949-7360.
After a smash run off-Broadway, Copeland's Not a Genuine Black Man holds the record for the longest running solo show in San Francisco history. The multi-talented comedian, writer, television host, talk radio host and commentator has basked in the glow of both public and critical acclaim for nearly a decade. His incisive, cutting-edge standup comedy material and his unique ability to hilariously cut to the heart of some of our most serious social and political problems has earned him spots as the opening act for such diverse artists as Ray Charles, Ringo Starr, James Brown, Etta James, Smokey Robinson and Aretha Franklin, among others. Not a Genuine Black Man deals with the lingering effects of Copeland's childhood spent as an African American in the then predominantly white Bay Area suburb of San Leandro. The show's themes of isolation, racial identity and redemption strike a central nerve in audiences. The San Francisco Chronicle called it, "...a bea utiful mix of wry humor and heartbreak, indignation and inspiration, a singular story of extreme isolation that speaks to anyone who's ever felt out of place."
2nd Annual Foothill Business Plan Competition
If you see yourself in a leadership role, excel in collaborative situations, have a unique business idea and want to get hands-on experience as a rainmaker in the Silicon Valley business community, get real return on your intellectual investment and compete in the second annual Foothill College Business Plan Competition. With a scholarship fund of $10,000 to share among the top five teams, awards will be presented to competitors from technology, retail, arts, sciences and service industries as well as non-profit groups. Individuals and teams of up to four members are invited to participate.
To compete, you must attend one information workshop with Foothill Business Instructor Glenn Violett, M.A. Workshops meet at Foothill in Room 3015 on the following dates: Wednesday, Jan. 14, at 4 p.m.; Friday, Jan. 16, at noon; Tuesday, Jan. 20, at 4 p.m.; or Friday, Jan. 30, at noon. Presented by the Foothill College Entrepreneur Center, the contest concludes May 21 when finalists will pitch their plans to a distinguished panel of Silicon Valley business experts. For more information, e-mail ViolettGlenn@foothill.edu or call (650) 949-7577
Free Emergency Contraceptives Available at On-Campus Health Center
The on-campus Health Services Office provides students with free emergency contraceptives such as the morning-after and Plan B pills. The center teams up with Planned Parenthood to provide this service. For more information, call (650) 949-7243 or visit the center in Room 2126 of the Campus Center Building. Center hours are Mondays through Fridays, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; closed during lunch.
For On-Campus Emergencies, Call 911
Should you ever confront a health emergency on campus, call 911 immediately. Do not call the on-campus Health Services Office. Health Services staff are not emergency responders and do not function in this role for Foothill College. It is critical that students, faculty and staff understand that 911 is the first call to make for all health and safety emergencies at Foothill
Friday, November 14, 2008
** Foothill Authors Series Presents Guy Kawasaki **
The Foothill Authors Series presents Guy Kawasaki, a managing director of Garage Technology Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm and a columnist for Entrepreneur Magazine, Nov. 19 from noon to 1:30 p.m. in Room 1501.
Previously, he was an Apple Fellow at Apple Computer, Inc. His latest book, Reality Check, is now available. He has authored eight more books, including The Art of the Start, Rules for Revolutionaries, How to Drive Your Competition Crazy, Selling the Dream and The Macintosh Way.
All books featured in the series are available for purchase at a 20-percent discount in the Foothill College Bookstore.
Previously, he was an Apple Fellow at Apple Computer, Inc. His latest book, Reality Check, is now available. He has authored eight more books, including The Art of the Start, Rules for Revolutionaries, How to Drive Your Competition Crazy, Selling the Dream and The Macintosh Way.
All books featured in the series are available for purchase at a 20-percent discount in the Foothill College Bookstore.
** Free Flu Vaccinations for Students **
It's vaccination season and Foothill students with documentation of current registration can get a flu shot at no charge while supplies last at the Foothill Health Services Office in the Campus Center in Room 2126.
Flu shots are administered Mondays through Fridays, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 to 4:30 p.m. in Room 2126 on the Main Campus.
Infection control begins with respiratory manners, which includes staying home when you are ill, frequently washing your hands, sneezing into your flexed elbow and disposing of tissues. For clinic hours at the Main and Middlefield campuses, call (650) 949-7243.
Flu shots are administered Mondays through Fridays, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 to 4:30 p.m. in Room 2126 on the Main Campus.
Infection control begins with respiratory manners, which includes staying home when you are ill, frequently washing your hands, sneezing into your flexed elbow and disposing of tissues. For clinic hours at the Main and Middlefield campuses, call (650) 949-7243.
Friday, November 07, 2008
** COIN 63 Midterm this Weekend **
Your midterm is this weekend. As early as possible this weekend, log on to Etudes NG and choose Tests. Check the Week 7 Online Guide for details.Good luck!!
Thursday, November 06, 2008
** Internship Opportunity! **
Web Developer Intern
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Do you have the passion to create a great web experience that will excite and educate millions of people? Are you energized by the idea of creating an engaging web site that will enhance people’s understanding of computer history and its pivotal role in our society? Do you want to be a key member of a team preserving the history of the Information Age for generations to come?
The Computer History Museum (www.computerhistory.org) in Mountain View, California, seeks a technically adept and highly motivated individual for a Web Development Internship. The web development intern will have a key role in creating and implementing the Museum’s web-based offerings as part of the Museum’s Information Systems Web Team.
You’ll have many opportunities to develop your skills in the following areas:
- Working with project teams, users and museum groups, create and document web development requirements
- Utilizing development standards and creative application of new methods and technologies, design applications that fulfill project requirements, information architecture needs and user experience standards
- Develop optimized application code to create an intuitive, enriching and enjoyable web experience for our visitors
- Thoroughly test and debug application code, plan code releases and coordinate implementations for a smooth introduction of new web services and applications
- On an ongoing basis, debug and correct web-based application and data problems as directed
- As required, perform web site maintenance, minor content and code edits and execute content updates
Development:
- Develop optimized/cross-platform front-end code in CSS/XHTML, XML, JavaScript/ECMAScript
- Create efficient/flexible application code in PHP/MySQL
- Relational database concepts including principles, schema design, normalization, query design, optimization
- Web standards-based development utilizing industry best practices and W3C standards
- Familiarity with Content Management Systems
- Web Server Technologies: Red Hat Linux / Apache
- Graphic Design:
Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
Macromedia Dreamweaver and Flash
- Communication Skills:
Ability to communicate well with both technical and non-technical team members
Fluency in written and spoken English
About the Computer History Museum -
The Computer History Museum is a unique and exciting institution that is rapidly evolving, yet its roots go back almost 30 years. It is home to the world's largest collection of computer-related hardware artifacts, software, documents, photographs and videos. Backed by leaders and innovators of the computer industry, the Museum has a dedicated staff of about 38 and hundreds of volunteers. The Museum purchased its 120,000 square foot building in 2002, and opened its first public phase in 2003. It presents a world-class lecture series, maintains a website with unique and widely-used content, restores old computers, holds workshops and reunions, gives awards, does oral histories, and continues to collect worldwide.
The Museum continues to aggressively expand its presence online. We’re currently building major exhibits both physical and on the web, engaging people interactively, collaborating with other institutions, proactively collecting artifacts and media of all kinds, and starting education and research programs. A major permanent gallery, "The Timeline of Computing History", is being designed now, to be followed in later years by other exhibits. All physical exhibits have web counterparts that additionally provide access to the deep collection. The Museum strives to inform and inspire multiple audiences through a variety of public exhibits and programs that communicate the history and impact of the computer revolution.
For more info, contact:
"Martha (Marti) Carlson" carlsonmarti@foothill.edu
Community Internship Liaison
Workforce Development & Instruction
(650) 949-7208; alt. (650) 604-5560
Wednesday, November 05, 2008
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