Year: 2010
December 2010
- December 2 - Noonday Kiwanis Donate Funds for Nursing Scholarship
- December 3 - Dean Interviews Scheduled
- December 7 - Printmaking Course Offered for Spring
- December 9 - Work Force Courses to be Offered
Noonday Kiwanis Donate Funds for Nursing Scholarship
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FOR RELEASE: December 3, 2010
GALLUP - The Noonday Kiwanis Club recently raised $2500 for the 杏吧原创 Foundation through a golf tournament. The money is designated to go to a fund for student nursing scholarships. From left, Nate Haveman, president-elect of Noonday Kiwanis; Sarah Luginbuhl, Noonday Kiwanis president; Michael Blake, Noonday Kiwanis treasurer; Christina Joe, president of the 杏吧原创G Student Nurses Association; Jace Frye, vice president, SNA; Brett Newberry, past president of the Noonday Kiwanis, and organizer of the tournament; and Sylvia Andrew, executive director of the college.
Dean Interviews Scheduled
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FOR RELEASE: December 3, 2010
GALLUP - Two candidates for the position of Dean of Instruction at the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup will be interviewed over the next two weeks. They are Anthony Mansueto and Wesley K. Thomas.
The schedule for the open forums during which the local community is invited to meet the candidates is as follows:
Anthony Mansueto: Wednesday, December 8, 5-6 p.m., Calvin Hall 248B;
Wesley Thomas: Tuesday, December 14, 5-6 p.m., CH 248B.
Another candidate, Peter Olson, was interviewed in November, while a fourth candidate, John Marvin Pippert, has withdrawn from the search.
Printmaking Course Offered for Spring
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FOR RELEASE: December 7, 2010
GALLUP - A three-credit course called "Introduction to Printmaking" will be offered in the spring on Wednesdays from 12:30 to 4:15 p.m. at the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup. This is the first time in several years this course has been offered.
The course will include an introduction to several printmaking techniques, including mono-prints, etching and relief printmaking.
Printmaking involves creating works of art that are printed on different media, but principally on paper. Most printmaking techniques allow for making multiple copies of the work of art, except for monotyping. Monotyping produces one creative work, but each production of a monotype is considered a work of art in itself, rather than a copy. Other types of printmaking produce multiple copies, which are noted for the unique look that the printmaking process produces in each copy.
Most printmaking efforts are accomplished by a transfer of ink from a matrix, made of metal, polymer, stone, linoleum or wood, through a screen onto paper or other material.
Instructor will be Alex Arauz, MFA, an experienced teacher and nationally exhibited artist. Born in Managua, Nicaragua, Arauz migrated with his family to Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, in 1989. He attended Eastwood Collegiate Institute, the University of Windsor, and Louisiana State University. He has lived in La Chute, Quebec; Kitchener, Ontario; Baton Rouge, La.; Washington, D.C.; Santa Fe and Albuquerque.
Arauz says that his technical process "reflects our instinct to mix," referring to his fellow Nicaraguans and other South Americans as they relate to Canadian society.
"My method involves developing the image through a combination of digital, mixed performance or printmaking mediums," Arauz writes on his web page. "Even though the work can be classified as a print, performance or mixed media, the evidence of previous mediums and applications are evident. I also extract images from completed works and transplant them into another medium to establish new roots. (For example taking video stills from the performance and create an edition of prints.) I see performance, mixed media, printmaking and digital technology as avenues that stem from a larger intersection (like a roundabout) that connects them. But the mediums themselves are roundabouts, which allow me to return to the main intersection and travel between these applications using an image."
For more information, contact Ken Roberts, 杏吧原创G professor of art, at 505.863.7619.
Work Force Courses to be Offered
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: December 9, 2010
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup is offering two Work Force Community Education courses in the spring. They are Office Skills Training and Heavy Equipment Operator and CDL (Commercial Driving) Training. Dates will be announced.
To prepare for either of these trainings, contact the Navajo Nation Workforce Development Agency office in your area for orientation, registration and enrollment. You must be an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation to qualify.
The agencies are as follows: Chinle, 928.674.2177/2177; Crownpoint, 505.786.2151/2167; Ft. Defiance, 928.729.4015; Shiprock, 505.368.1094; and Tuba City, 928.283.3320/3323.
November 2010
- November 2 - 杏吧原创G Student Nurses Sponsor Health Fair
- November 3 - 'Let's Stop Diabetes' Mini-Health Fair Set
- November 5 - Consultant Inspires Entrepreneurship Students With Success Stories
- November 8 - Storytelling Contest Offered as Way to Promote Sustainability
- November 8 - Storytelling Contest Rules
- November 8 - First-time College Freshmen Eligible for Lottery Scholarships
- November 18 - Dean's Search Candidates Due on Campus
- November 22 - G.I. Christmas Fair Planned
- November 23 - 杏吧原创G to Host Holiday Lighting Dec. 2
- November 23 - TRiO Student Wins Mason Scholarship
杏吧原创G Student Nurses Sponsor Health Fair
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FOR RELEASE: November 2, 2010
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创 Gallup Student Nurses Association will sponsor the second annual Student Health Fair on Monday, Nov. 15, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Gurley Hall Commons.
There will be information on diabetes prevention, nutrition and tobacco use.
For more information contact Christina Joe, SNA president, at cjoe79@unm.edu, 505.409.9491, or 505.786.7839.
Let's Stop Diabetes' Mini-Health Fair Set
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FOR RELEASE: November 3, 2010
GALLUP - The Navajo Health Education Program, the 杏吧原创 Gallup Health Career Health Science Department and the 杏吧原创G Physical Education program are hosting "Let’s Stop Diabetes". Now, a mini-health fair on Wednesday, Nov. 17, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the 杏吧原创G Gym. Information on pre-diabetes, diabetes nutrition, physical activity, health screenings, weight checks and other topics will be provided.
There will also be a two-mile walk/run at 2 p.m. on the 杏吧原创G walking trail, located behind the gym. The public is invited.
For more information call 505.863.7589.
Consultant Inspires Entrepreneurship Students With Success Stories
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FOR RELEASE: November 5, 2010
GALLUP - 杏吧原创-Gallup entrepreneurship students recently learned about a World Bank study on the relative difficulty of doing business in various countries worldwide. They learned that Singapore is the easiest, and the war-wracked Congo the hardest countries in which to do business.
So where does the Navajo Nation place on the chart? According to international development economics consultant Lorraine Ruffing, it’s even harder to do business on the Nation than in the Congo. The reason? Manifold layers of bureaucracy requiring hard-to-get permits before entrepreneurs can even start up their enterprises.
Ruffing used these examples and others in her lectures to entrepreneurship instructor Al Henderson’s classes. Focusing on creating sustainable development, she wanted to inspire the students through these examples of what has been accomplished elsewhere in the world. She also zeroed in on an ongoing problem in McKinley County, the Navajo Nation and the Pueblo of Zuni: Students often don’t see a purpose to education because they don’t see opportunities. Thus, the entrepreneurship students were particularly intrigued by Ruffing’s examples of models in the developing world of how the private sector was elevated and jobs created.
Ruffing, who has a Ph.D. in trade and development economics from Columbia University, wrote her dissertation on alternative development strategies for traditional Navajo communities. She designed a minerals development policy which included energy development for the Minerals Department of the Navajo Nation. She has taught university-level economics in Chile, New York and Geneva.
The main focus of her work on small enterprise development was the identification of best policies and programs for SME financing, business development services transfer of technology and inter-firm cooperation or business linkages.
"We looked at the experience of Uganda and Malaysia, in terms of providing appropriate support services to small business," said Ruffing. "Once they are set on the course of being capable entrepreneurs, we started business linkages between small enterprises and the large corporations that were in the countries. Through this partnership the SME was able to have a secure a market, receive a technology transfer and find other partners so they could really grow. Malaysia, for instance, has had economic growth based on promoting small businesses."
Henderson, who met Ruffing when they were both working in a Navajo Nation planning group on energy policy, has asked for her help in submitting a letter of inquiry to the Kauffman Foundation in regards to a grant that would fund a study on how the Business Technology Department curriculum could be modified to meet the needs of area students better, and also to develop suggestions to the Navajo government on how to modify business support programs so they can better help the entrepreneur. The Kauffman Foundation, located in Kansas City, is dedicated to promoting entrepreneurship through research and projects, with a particular interest in minorities.
Ruffing is currently volunteering her time to the Navajo Nation Energy Policy Planning group hosted by Sandia National Laboratory and will likely be involved in analyzing the results of the business survey if the Kauffman Foundation funds the project, Henderson said.
Storytelling Contest Offered as Way to Promote Sustainability
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FOR RELEASE: November 8, 2010
GALLUP - Students nationwide are responding to a call for finding new ways to promote sustainability. In New 杏吧原创, new ideas and ways of understanding often come from storytelling. Not surprisingly, storytelling, an important expression of so many of the diverse cultures of the state, can also promote understanding and transmit values from generation to generation.
"Stories were one way for Native American cultures to pass on information," said Irene Den Bleyker, assistant professor of Early Childhood and Multicultural Education at the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup.
Seeking to inspire 杏吧原创-Gallup students to learn about and promote sustainability, Den Bleyker has invited them to participate in a student storytelling contest with the topic of "Sustainability (Caring for the Earth)."
Den Bleyker has invited students to participate in one or all of three divisions -- historical, present day and future. The historical category has to do with a sustainable concept from history, perhaps a story passed down from a family member, and how the individual was taught about that concept through family or history. Present day issues might have to do with the reservation, Gallup or the individual’s community, or perhaps a larger state or global issue. The future category has to do with what issue in sustainability future generations will have to handle.
Among the subcategories are the following: keeping sacred places pristine, harmony in nature; ensuring there is water for future generations; toxic waste dumps, trash dumps; renewable energy, solar, wind etc.; landscapes, xeriscape; air, water or land pollution, greenhouse gases;
Also water conservation, xeriscape; greenhouse gases, acid rain; biofuels, fossil foods; chemical management, pesticides, toxins; depletion of natural resources; living in harmony with the earth; wildlife habitat, transportation; organic foods; social justice; and other related topics.
Students may submit a story for each category, but not more than one story for any category.
Prizes are first place, $100; second place, $70; and third place, $30. Certificates will be issued for honorable mention.
"Each story must address an issue of sustainability or caring for the world," said Den Bleyker. "It might be a story from your childhood, how your family or community cared for the earth and how you want that care taking to be continued. It might be a story passed down to you by your family. It could be a religious or cultural story. It could be a concern that you have for the environment."
Den Bleyker explained that each story should have an impact for future generations, how children should care for the earth, or how we should care for the earth so our children will have the natural resources they need.
"The environment side of the rationale deals with the facts that at the current rate of use, future generations will not have enough natural resources to meet their needs," Den Bleyker said. "In addition we are contributing to greenhouse gases, adding toxins and pollutants to the earth that are destroying the planet. We cannot depend on others to take care of our world. The work begins with us. So, let’s tell our stories so our children will know how important caring for the earth really is."
Judges will be selected from students, faculty and staff. The finalist may be asked to tell his or her story to the panel of judges. For more information contact Irene Den Bleyker, 863-7754. Entry forms are available Calvin Hall 124 and at the Student Senate Office in Gurley Hall..
November 8 - Storytelling Contest Rules
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FOR RELEASE: November 8, 2010
Topic: Sustainable Living - Caring for Our World
Open to all 杏吧原创-Gallup Students
Contest begins November 1 and Ends November 19
Contest Divisions
- Historical Perspectives
- Address a sustainable concept from history, perhaps a story passed down to you from a family member, how you were taught about that concept through family or history
- Issues in Today’s Society
- Address one or more sustainable issues that you are faced with today. You may choose a location for this topic such as the reservation, Gallup, the community where you live, or a larger state or global issue
- Future Implications
- What issue or issues in sustainability will future generations have to handle?
Sustainability refers to the ability to meet the needs of today’s society and world, while at the same time ensuring that all of the natural resources are available for future generations to meet their needs of : natural resources including energy, clean water, land, air, forests, foods etc.
Under each Division one or more of the following subcategories or a related sustainability category should be addressed.
- keeping sacred places pristine, harmony in nature
- ensuring there is water for future generations
- toxic waste dumps, trash dumps
- renewable energy, solar, wind etc.
- landscapes, xeriscape
- air, water, or land pollution, green house gases,
- water conservation, xeriscape
- green house gases, acid rain
- biofuels, fossil foods
- chemical management, pesticides,toxins
- depletion of natural resources
- living in harmony with the earth
- wildlife habitat, transportation
- organic foods
- social justice
- Other related topic
Each story must address an issue of sustainability or caring for the world. It might be a story from your childhood, how your family or community cared for the earth and how you want that care taking to be continued. It might be a story passed down to you by your family. It could be a religious or cultural story. It could be a concern that you have for the environment.
Each story should have an impact for future generations, how our children should care for the earth or how we should care for the earth so our children will have the natural resources they need.
Rationale
The idea of story telling is based on the fact that many times stories have been used to transmit values to future generations. Stories were one way for Native American cultures passed on information. Using the story telling format to transmit values dealing with the care of the earth brings an ideal match.
The environment side of the rationale deals with the facts that at the current rate of use, future generations will not have enough natural resources to meet their needs. In addition we are contributing to green house gasses, adding toxins and pollutants to the earth destroying our planet. We cannot depend on others to take care of our world. The work begins with us. So, let’s tell our stories, so our children will know how important caring for the earth really is.
Prizes:
A first, second and third place prize and honorable mention will be given for each of the three categories. You may submit a story for each category, but may not submit more than one story for any one category.
1st Place $100
2nd Place $70
3rd Place $30
Honorable Mention: Certificates
Judging
- Stories will be judged on the ability of the story to address sustainability issues to the next generation.
- Stories will be written out, so that the judges have opportunity to review each story.
- Stories will not be judged on grammar. However story content must be easily understood.
- Judges will come from students, faculty and staff, a majority of whom will be Native American.
- The finalist may be asked to tell their story to the panel of judges.
Other information:
We are waiting for the url for the on line contest form. Call 863-7754 or 863- 7714 to determine if the on-line contest form is up and running. Additional Paper contest form are available in Calvin Hall 124 Office and at the Student Senate Office.
Return completed forms to Calvin Hall 124 C
Address any contest questions to:
Irene Den Bleyker
863-7754
Contest dates: November 1, 2010 - November 19, 2010
Judging Criteria for Written Portion
- Is the application form completed? (applications without completed forms will not be accepted.)
- Is the concept of sustainability clearly told?
- Is there a message of sustainability for future generations?
- Was one or more of the subcategories addressed?
- Has the story addressed one or more natural resources?
- Is there an appreciation for environment preservation?
- Is the importance of human action on environmental issues demonstrated?
- Did the story relate the consequences of specific environmental changes or conditions?
Judging Criteria for Oral Portion
- Does the oral story give a powerful message?
- How well is the oral story told? Does it keep the audience’s attention?
- How well does the student communicate their own view on environmental issues and alternative ways to address them?
- Can you orally answer the question, what does sustainability mean to you?
First-time College Freshmen Eligible for Lottery Scholarships
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FOR RELEASE: November 8, 2010
GALLUP - First-time college freshman students who graduated with a high school or GED diploma in May 2010 from a New 杏吧原创 high school or institution and reside in New 杏吧原创 may become eligible for the New 杏吧原创 Legislative Lottery Scholarship in spring 2011.
Students who currently attend 杏吧原创-Gallup and who carry and complete their 12-18 full-time credits in the fall semester with a 2.5 GPA are invited to meet with an academic advisor to get full details about the scholarship. The scholarship awards begin in spring 2011, the second semester of the students’ college career.
Information on how to keep the scholarship, the limited number of semesters allowed for the scholarship and how the scholarship may be suspended will be given during two sessions, scheduled on Nov. 15 and Dec. 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Gurley Hall 1124.
"All eligible freshman students are invited and it is recommended that they attend," said Paula Sayers, academic advisor. Parents of the potential scholarship students are invited to attend.
Dean's Search Candidates Due on Campus
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FOR RELEASE: November 18, 2010
GALLUP - Four candidates for the Dean of Instruction position at the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup have been selected by the Dean’s Search Committee and are now scheduled for interviews at 杏吧原创G, Zuni Pueblo and at the 杏吧原创 main campus.
The candidates are: Anthony Mansueto; Peter W. Olson; John Marvin Pippert; and Wesley K. Thomas.
Anthony Mansueto, who earned his Ph.D. from the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, has taught at a number of institutions in the United States and 杏吧原创, including five years at 杏吧原创-Gallup, where he stressed intercultural and civic engagement and community building in his teaching. He served as chair of the Social Sciences Department, and then as Dean of Humanities at Collin College in Dallas. He has been active in projects involving interreligious dialogue, and has had an active career in scholarly research. Among his six published books is The Death of Secular Messianism: Religion and Politics in an Age of Civilizational Crisis (Cascade 2010). He is currently president and senior scholar at Seeking Wisdom, a nonprofit, nonpartisan, interfaith research, education and organizing institute.
Peter W. Olson is a senior associate at eXegy Partners, a training/education organization working with Fortune 50 executives facilitating a wide variety of topics, including global supply chain management, strategic sourcing and leadership. Formerly academic dean of branch campuses at Mountain State University in West Virginia, he earned his B.A. and M.B.A. degrees from Long Island University and his M.Ph. and Ph.D. degrees from Columbia University. Dr. Olson was a professor and director of the M.B.A. degree in Economic Crime and Fraud Management at Utica College, New York. He designed and was the chair of the M.S. degree program in International Management for Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Hartford, Conn. His previous academic appointments include Long Island University, Central Connecticut State University and Southern Connecticut State University.
Wesley K. Thomas, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, is an independent scholar, researcher and consultant. He served as department chair of the Center for Dine Studies at Dine College in Tsaile, Ariz., in 2009-2010. Also during this period he also participated in the Educational Policy Fellowship Program at Teacher’s College at Columbia University in New York City. From 2006 to 2009 he served as Academic Dean at Dine College. Prior, he taught for five years at Indiana University-Bloomington, in the Departments of Anthropology, Gender Studies and International Studies. In addition he was the Founding Director of Indiana University’s First Nations Educational and Cultural Center. He was also an assistant professor from 1999 to 2001 at Idaho State University-Pocatello, in the Departments of Anthropology, American Indian Studies and Women’s studies. He obtained his Ph.D. in Cultural Anthropology at the University of Washington-Seattle.
Marvin Pippert is an educator with more than 25 years of experience as a faculty member, department head and administrator. He received his undergraduate degree from James Madison University and his Master’s and Ph.D. from Virginia Tech. A first generation college student, he dedicated a sabbatical year working as a counselor of senior high school students for Upward Bound. He is currently dean of Academic Affairs at Polk State College in Winter Haven, Fla. In this position, he works with Career-Technical degree programs, general education and academic programs, accrediting agencies, articulation agreements with high schools and outside funding organizations. As a sociologist, he has written, presented and published research in the areas of population, migration and Appalachian culture. Further, he has taught a variety of courses including Population and Society, Race and Ethnicity, Introduction to Sociology and Social Problems at community colleges, four-year liberal arts colleges and universities.
In addition to the interviews by the Dean’s Search Committee, the four candidates will be interviewed at 杏吧原创 and by the Zuni Governor and Tribal Council. 杏吧原创 faculty, staff, students and the public will also have an opportunity to meet and ask questions of the candidates during their campus visits.
The schedule for the open forums during which the local community is invited to meet the candidates is as follows:
Anthony Mansueto: Wednesday, December 8, 5-6 p.m., Calvin Hall 248B;
John Marvin Pippert: Monday, December 6, 5-6 p.m., CH 248B;
Peter Olson: Monday, November 22, 6:15-7:15 p.m., CH 248B;
Wesley Thomas: Tuesday, December 14, 5-6 p.m., CH 248B.
G.I. Christmas Fair Planned
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FOR RELEASE: Nov. 22, 2010
GALLUP - The 杏吧原创-Gallup Student Veterans Association will host a G.I. Christmas Fair on Dec. 8, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The day will start with a flag ceremony at 8 a.m., following by a welcome from 杏吧原创GVA President Jason Joe (U.S. Army); an introduction of the emcee, Cassandra Morgan (U.S.M.C.); and introduction of speakers and entertainment. Information tables will be set up in the Commons to inform veterans about their benefits and also enroll them for their VA healthcare.
At 9 a.m., Brig. Gen. Kenny C. Montoya, adjutant general for the New 杏吧原创 National Guard, will speak, followed by an announcement of participating organizations. At 10 a.m. Frank C. Willeton (U.S.M.C.), Navajo Code Talker, will speak to the gathering. There will be a performance by the Church Rock Academy Choir at 10:30 a.m., and then a performance by drum groups and lunch at 11:30 a.m. At noon Karessa Bitsoie, (U.S. Navy), and P.J. James (U.S.M.C.) will speak, followed by drum entertainment.
At 1 p.m., there will be a reading of the Miyamura Medal of Honor Citation by Valentino Lasiloo, U.S.M.C., as well as speeches from booth participants. At 2 p.m., there will an introduction of Santa Claus (a 杏吧原创G staff member and U.S. Navy veteran) and a reading of a military version of “The Night Before Christmas.” The public is also invited to bring a copy of a picture of their veterans and make a Christmas ornament out of it, either to hang on the Veterans’ Association Christmas tree, to be displayed during the event, or else to take home.
At 3 p.m., there will be an open mic for veterans and families of veterans, followed by clean-up and closing of the event.
All local vets, whether enrolled at 杏吧原创G or not, are invited. Any veterans’ organization that did not get an invitation to participate is invited to do so by contacting Jason Joe at mr_navajo@yahoo.com.
杏吧原创G to Host Holiday Lighting Dec. 2
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: November 23, 2010
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup will host its fourth annual Lights On! holiday reception on Thursday, Dec. 2, at 5:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend.
Everyone will gather in Gurley Hall Commons at 5:30 p.m. and then proceed outside to turn on the luminarias that outline the building. Sylvia Andrew, executive director, will give some comments, and then those assembled will proceed indoors for refreshments and to listen to the Gallup High School Jazz Band playing holiday music.
After the music, all the kids are invited to visit with Santa Claus.
Call 505.863.7565 for more information.
TRiO Student Wins Mason Scholarship
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FOR RELEASE: November 23, 2010
GALLUP - Anita Yazzie, a student in 杏吧原创-Gallup’s Liberal Arts program, has been awarded the Walter O. Mason Education Scholarship of $500.
A mother of five from Fort Wingate, Yazzie entered the TRiO program in 2008.
杏吧原创-Gallup's TRiO/Student Support Services Program serves 160 students, working with them intensely in tutoring and personal, academic and career advisement. TRiO/Student Support Services staff build personal and professional relationships with students through one-on-one interaction.
"Ms. Yazzie is a highly motivated student with a passion for excellence in all she undertakes," wrote TRiO program manager Carol Bartlett in Yazzie’s application for the scholarship. "Her desire to persevere is evidenced by the volume of hours she spends in the TRiO Learning Center, engaging in academic excellence and mentoring others. Ms. Yazzie’s limitless faith, humor and wit have been a constant guide through the profound trials of her personal and academic life."
The late Walter O. Mason, an educator from Oklahoma, was one of the founders of the Upward Bound program, and an early supporter of legislation that led to the TRiO program. The scholarship was started out of concern that the opportunities for maximum educational develop are not available to all Americans.
After graduating from 杏吧原创G next spring, Yazzie plans to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work at Western New 杏吧原创 University, Gallup Campus.
The Gallup TRiO/Student Support Services program belongs to the New 杏吧原创/West Texas chapter of a five-state regional association that sponsors this scholarship. Only one person per state is chosen to receive the award each year. The New West/West Texas Association of Student Assistance Programs has 32 TRiO programs in both two-and four-year universities. Sixty-five applicants across the state and west Texas applied, resulting in a highly competitive scholarship.
October 2010
- October 12 - 杏吧原创G Phys Ed Faculty, Staff Join Fight Against Domestic Violence
- October 19 - Two Fall Community Ed Classes Available
- October 21 - 'Hearing Radmilla,' a Documentary, Due Campus Screening
- October 26 - Breast Cancer Awareness Event Set for Oct. 28
- October 26 - Loss of Language, Culture Topic of Lecture
- October 29 - 杏吧原创G Director, Zuni Governor and Council Discuss South Campus Needs
杏吧原创G Phys Ed Faculty, Staff Join Fight Against Domestic Violence
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FOR RELEASE: October 12, 2010
GALLUP - The issue of domestic violence is high profile in Gallup in October, which is recognized nationwide as Domestic Violence Month. Among the various activities sponsored throughout the city in October is a decorating contest, sponsored by Battered Families.
To bring the message home to the 杏吧原创-Gallup campus, several employees in the Physical Education Department decided to enter the contest.
“A work study, Yonevea Chee, saw an ad in the TownTalk newspaper, and suggested we enter,” said Cynthia Chavez, a physical education instructor.
Chavez, Chee, instructor Judy Johns and work study Randy Dahozy went to work rounding up the materials: purple paper, balloons and yarn, posters and brochures from the local shelter for victims of domestic violence, Battered Families, and some materials from a local resale shop, My Sister’s Place, that is part of Battered Families. The group created some handmade posters, covered tables, made some ribbons and put it all together in an award-winning display. They found out on Friday that they had won first place among the eight other contestants who entered the contest. They were rewarded with two donated pizzas, a liter of soda and some breadsticks from Pizza Hut.
They also sponsored a walk on the 杏吧原创G track from Oct. 1-9, asking for $1 a mile for every mile walked. If any walker couldn’t afford a dollar, they were asked to donate small items, such as toothpaste, toothbrushes, shampoo, lotion and conditioner for Battered Families. They collected $42, which they donated to Battered Families.
"We know that domestic violence impacts our students, our campus and our community,” Chavez said. “We support the mission of Battered Families and that is why we decided to participate in the activities."
Two Fall Community Ed Classes Available
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FOR RELEASE: October 19, 2010
GALLUP - Only two classes remain in the University of New 杏吧原创‘s Fall Community Education schedule. They are:
Holiday Gift Basket and Bow Making. Learn how to put gift baskets together for all occasions and learn how to make big, beautiful bows to finish them off. A supply list will be available when you register. Mondays, Nov. 1 and 8, 6-8 p.m.; Lions Hall Sunroom; instructor, Ara Green; fee, $25.
Decoupage. Learn the basics of decoupage. Cut out pictures and glue onto an object; cover the object and pictures with a few coats of decoupage medium to protect it. Learn how to decoupage plates, bulletin boards, placemats and numerous other items that make wonderful personal gifts for the holidays. Supplies for the first class will be provided and students will bring their own supplies for the remaining classes. Mondays, Nov. 1 through 22, 6-8 p.m.; Lions Hall 109; instructor, Lisa Blanco; fee, $40.
Registration deadline for these non-credit classes is two weeks before they start. Students may not register for these classes online. Classes must be paid for at least a week in advance of the start of class.
For more information on class and to register call 863-7743 or 863-7738, or email lmlopez@gallup.unm.edu or dsilva@gallup.unm.edu.
'Hearing Radmilla,' a Documentary, Due Campus Screening
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FOR RELEASE: October 21, 2010
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup Student Senate will host a special screening of the new documentary, “Hearing Radmilla,” in Calvin Hall Auditorium, on Wednesday, Oct. 27, at 6 p.m.
Cody, a noted recording artist and performer who sings in Navajo and English, will be present at the screening. She was also the first bi-racial Miss Navajo and is a spokesperson against domestic violence. Angela Webb, the director, will also make an appearance.
Admission is free to the public. For more information, contact the 杏吧原创G Student Senate at 505.863.7500.
Breast Cancer Awareness Event Set for Oct. 28
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: October 26, 2010
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创 Health Careers Health Science Department and GIMC Health Promotions Department are sponsoring a Breast Cancer Awareness presentation and a Zumba dance event to highlight October as Breast Cancer Awareness. The event will be held Thursday, Oct. 28, starting at 2 p.m. Zumba is a licensed dance fitness program that makes exercise fun.
Gerri Belone of GIMC will give a presentation on breast cancer from 2 to 2:30 p.m., while Evelyn Mahkee, a certified Zumba instructor, will teach dance from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Both events will be held in the 杏吧原创G Physical Education Complex.
The public is welcome. The cost is a donation of a non-perishable item to be donated to those in need, such as pasta, pasta sauce, coffee, sugar, canned food, salt, bleach, dish soap and laundry detergent.
Bring a towel and plenty of water. Dress comfortably and wear pink to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
For more information, contact Cynthia Chavez or Judy Johns of 杏吧原创G’s Physical Education Department at 505.863.7589.
Loss of Language, Culture Topic of Lecture
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: October 26, 2010
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创 Gallup will host Hayes Lewis of Zuni, director of the Center for Lifelong Learning, A Center of the Institute for American Indian Arts, in a presentation on “Community Cultural Autonomy: A Methodology for Educational Improvement and Cultural Strengthening.” The presentation is set for Friday, Oct. 29, 5-7 p.m. in Calvin Hall Auditorium, 248 A&B.
Lewis, a former superintendent of Zuni Public School District, will focus on the loss of language and culture in schools. He will discuss revitalization efforts among tribes to work with schools to maintain and restore indigenous cultural integrity.
杏吧原创G Director, Zuni Governor and Council Discuss South Campus Needs
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2010
GALLUP - The Governor and Council Members of the Pueblo of Zuni and 杏吧原创-Gallup’s Executive Director Sylvia Andrew met October 18 to discuss a number of issues that were raised at a recent 杏吧原创G Student Senate Town Meeting.
Chief among the concerns of the Pueblo of Zuni was the growth of the Adult Basic Education program and the South Campus’s lack of space to accommodate that growth.
"Approximately 116 students have participated in the ABE program since the beginning of the fiscal year in July 2010," said Andrew. "It appears that interest and participation in this program is growing and space may be a problem."
While there are no easy solutions in times of budget cuts for all of 杏吧原创’s branches, Andrew, Gov. Norman Cooeyate and the Council agreed to look at the current space and try to find an alternative site to help with the overflow. Andrew noted that the ABE program may have outgrown its space and there may be a need to explore an alternative.
Despite the challenges of finding new space to accommodate students, there is anecdotal information that the "skills review" program is showing promising results in increasing students’ competency in English and Math, said Andrew.
"These gains in English and Math have made it possible for students to enroll in college-level English and Math courses."
Zuni students also asked at the town meeting for more courses at the South Campus so that they needn’t drive to Gallup. Lower division courses have been developed at the Gallup campus and are now being transmitted to Zuni via I-TV. Providing upper division classes presents a challenge, because of limitations of Internet access at the campus. Meetings between Andrew and the new Zuni Public Schools superintendent, Dr. Loretta DeLong, have resulted in suggestions that the courses could be held at the high school after hours, due to that facility’s better technology.
Andrew said she would ask the upper division program manager, Ken Van Brott, and Jerry Dominguez, vice provost of the upper division programs at 杏吧原创, to accompany her to the next meeting with Zuni officials to update them on the courses being offered or planned.
The Zuni Governor and Board said they would like to hear regular updates from the Zuni program manager, Laura Moore, regarding the campus so they can provide support and leverage resources if needed. While Moore has been reporting to the dean of instruction, Andrew said she will change the reporting structure so that Moore will be reporting to her directly. Andrew said she would work with the dean of instruction and department chairs to ensure appropriate classes are being offered at the campus.
Currently, there are two co-deans at 杏吧原创G while the campus conducts a search for a new dean of instruction. Andrew has invited the Governor and members of the Council to meet with finalists during their visit to the Zuni campus and provide feedback on the candidates.
"We agreed to revisit the recommendations and suggestions that were reported during the Talking Circles held at the Zuni Campus in April 2009," Andrew said. "We spoke about the need to have a vision and strategic plan for the Zuni Campus and the Zuni Talking Circle Summary Report is a great first step."
Other issues discussed included finding ways to circumvent the lack of a library for Zuni students. Andrew suggested providing the Zuni Pueblo Library with materials for the Zuni campus students by leveraging resources that are only available to the pueblos and tribes.
"This was a great meeting in which everyone was candid, open and expressed a commitment to collaborate and leverage our resources," Andrew said.
Gov. Cooeyate, Council Members of the Pueblo of Zuni and Andrew will be calling for an evaluation of the ABE Program in Zuni. On March 19, 2009, Gov. Richardson signed SB 196, the State Tribal Collaboration Act into law that allows for Tribal officials or their delegated representatives to seek consultation between the Cabinet Secretary for Higher Education and Tribal officials. Cooeyate, Pueblo Council members and Andrew agreed that the results of the consultation process should promote adequate and even quality education outcomes.
“It was a positive outcome and I look forward to having a good working relationship in addressing our students’ educational needs both at our local campus and the campus in Gallup,” Cooeyate said of recent meeting with Andrew. “With this collaboration, we could go to 杏吧原创 and advocate for more student services at both campuses. I believe that while Dr. Andrew’s visit stems from the recent student forum, she is open to having continual dialogue. We know we can’t solve all the problems in one day but hopefully can address enough of them to meet needs prevalent at both campuses.”
Cooeyate added, “As a strong advocate for the passage of SB 196, I strongly implore the New 杏吧原创 Director of Adult Basic Education, New 杏吧原创 Public Education Department Director, the Provost for the University of New 杏吧原创 – Albuquerque and the deans for Gallup and the New 杏吧原创 Indian Affairs Department Secretary to meet with the Zuni Tribal Council in addressing our students’ educational concerns, especially the ABE Program.”
Andrew, the Governor and the Council agreed to meet quarterly to review progress.
September 2010
- September 22 - 杏吧原创G Urges Vote in G.O. Bond Campaign
- September 28 - Tile Display Tells the Tale of Earth's Geological History
- September 29 - Students Plan Halloween Dance
- September 29 - Work of Chris Dacre on Exhibit in Ingham Chapman Gallery
- September 29 - Chili Factory Offers Southwestern Fare on Gallup Campus
- September 29 - 杏吧原创G Student Senate to Host Forum October 8
杏吧原创G Urges Vote in G.O. Bond Campaign
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: September 20, 2010
GALLUP - New 杏吧原创 voters will go to the polls November 2 to decide on Education Bond D, which will provide $155.2 million in funding for capital improvements at institutions of higher education and constitutional special schools throughout New 杏吧原创. 杏吧原创-Gallup is due $1.4 million of that funding, if passed, for construction and improvements to Zollinger Library, including completing lower level shell space.
Also at stake is Library Bond B, which, if passed, will provide 杏吧原创G with about $40,000 for its library acquisitions, including books, reference materials, media, software and equipment.
"The passage of Education Bond D will have a domino effect of positive outcomes for our state,” said former N.M. Governors Garrey Carruthers and Toney Anaya, statewide honorary co-chairs of the General Obligation Bond Committee. “By improving the infrastructure at institutions of higher education, we can create a better learning environment for our students, which means a better skilled workforce that will attract higher paying jobs to our state. No matter where you live in New 杏吧原创, there is a school and a community that will benefit from Bond D.”
The General Obligation Bond D is funded by a modest property tax assessment of about 30 cents per year per $1,000 of a property’s taxable value. For example, citizens will pay $9.98 per year on a property with an assessed value of $100,000. This minimal tax is designed to have a large impact because nearly every institution of higher education in the state will receive funding for much-needed improvements.
The capital improvement projects that receive funding under Bond D will have an immediate economic impact, creating jobs for architects, contractors and others in the construction trade. In addition, the state’s future professionals and entrepreneurs, as well as graduates in technical fields, will have the improved learning environment they need to succeed, which translates into a better skilled workforce that will attract higher paying jobs to New 杏吧原创. It is estimated that a multiplier of 2.5 to 4 times the amount of money received by an institution can be used to estimate how the larger community (i.e. contractors, suppliers, etc.) will be impacted by the bond.
"Passage of the bond issue will allow 杏吧原创G to complete the shell space in the lower level of the library,” said Sylvia Andrew, executive director. “Plans for the estimated 5,500-square foot basement include additional meeting space, student study areas, expanded shelf space and a possible special collections area. Completing the basement will also require a new HVAC system and lower level access. Our library is not only used by students but our local community has found the library a wonderful place to study and learn. We encourage voters to consider this issue carefully. ”
For more information about Education Bond D, visit www.EducationinNew杏吧原创.com.
Absentee voting for the measure will be Oct. 5-30, while early voting will be Oct. 16-30.
Tile Display Tells the Tale of Earth's Geological History
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: September 28, 2010
GALLUP - The view from Health Careers on the 杏吧原创G campus is notable for being spectacular, but thanks to a new display of ceramic tiles running along the sidewalk in front of the building, passersby will have a better opportunity to understand the scope of Earth’s history.
The tiles tell the story of Earth’s 4.6 billion-year history, including the evolution of life. The display runs from north to south, with the northernmost tile representing the time that the Earth formed, and the tiles progressing to more recent times moving south. Scaling all of Earth history to the length of the wall, the tiles were then placed at the appropriate position to depict what was occurring on Earth at that point in time.
The tiles were designed by Paula M. Watt, professor of geology, and were funded through a 杏吧原创G mini-grant. A geology and ceramics student, Beverly Bitloy, created the tiles under the supervision of ceramics instructor John Zimmerman, who advised on the choice of tile material and paints to accommodate the outdoor setting, and also fired the tiles.
Text and images were modified from Evolution of the Earth, by Robert Dott Jr. and Donald Prothero, 1994.
“People are not in the habit of thinking of time in terms of millions and even billions of years, so the display was constructed to help people visualize the age of the Earth, and how relatively recent complex forms of life are on Earth,” Watt said. “If all of Earth’s history is shrunk down to fit along the length of the wall outside of Heath Careers, the extinction of the dinosaurs seems only moments ago.”
Also assisting with the display were Ron Petranovich, physical plant manager, who helped with site selection and made some design suggestion for displaying the tiles. Joe Sanchez, welding instructor, along with his students, welded the frames, mounted the tiles and written descriptions, and installed them in the current positions.
Students Plan Halloween Dance
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2010
GALLUP - The 杏吧原创-Gallup Student Senate will host a Halloween Dance on Friday, October 29, from 8 p.m. to midnight in Gurley Hall Commons.
In addition to the dance there will be a Halloween costume contest, including categories for funniest, scariest, and most original costume. There will also be a dance contest. 杏吧原创G clubs will be selling goodies at tables during the dance. Free treats will be available for all trick or treaters.
Admission is $3 a person or free with a costume.
Work of Chris Dacre on Exhibit in Ingham Chapman Gallery
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: September 29, 2010
GALLUP - A large and labor intensive installation by Las Cruces-based artist Chris Dacre is on view at the 杏吧原创-Gallup Ingham Chapman Gallery from October 4 to November 5.
Dacre is a printmaker and installation artist. The current exhibition is titled “Twice Removed.”
Dacre will give a lecture on Oct. 4 at 5 p.m. A public reception with light refreshments will follow from 6 to 7 p.m.
All events are free and open to the public.
For more information contact gallery manager John Zimmerman, 505.863.7774.
Chili Factory Offers Southwestern Fare on Gallup Campus
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: September 29, 2010
GALLUP - 杏吧原创-Gallup has a new restaurant on campus. The Chili Factory opened on August 23, and has been serving patrons Southwestern fare similar to that at owner Bernadette Radcliff’s two other locations, at Zecca Plaza and Rio West Mall.
Hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., and Fridays, 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Radcliff has been in the restaurant business for 30 years in Gallup, having started out in 1980 with the Kachina Kitchen.
Neighborhood residents are invited to stop by and sample the menu.
杏吧原创G Student Senate to Host Forum October 8
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: September 29, 2010
GALLUP - The Student Senate of the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup is sponsoring a forum, set for Friday, October 8, at 2 p.m. in Calvin Hall Auditorium Room 248.
The forum will provide students with an opportunity to air concerns and ask questions.
The community is invited. For more information call the 杏吧原创G Student Senate office at 863-7553.
August 2010
- August 4 - 杏吧原创G's MCHS Achieves AYP
- August 10 - 杏吧原创G's TRiO Program Awarded $1.2 Million for Next 5 years
- August 24 - Community Ed Courses Announced
- August 25 - Lecturer to Consider Native American Perspective on Immigration Reform
杏吧原创G's MCHS Achieves AYP
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: August 4, 2010
GALLUP - The Middle College High School, a partner of the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup, was recently awarded Adequate Yearly Progress status from the state. This is the second year in a row that MCHS has achieved AYP.
MCHS was one of 15 New 杏吧原创 schools that have achieved AYP for two years in a row. The list was announced August 2 by the secretary of education (designate), Susanna Murphy.
New 杏吧原创 schools are evaluated according to state testing mandates in order to ensure that students are making progress in their learning. AYP is a designation given when the school is successful.
MCHS, which was established in 2002, is located in an annex on 杏吧原创G property. High school students take college classes and get high school and college credit simultaneously.
“Without our partnership with 杏吧原创G faculty and staff, we wouldn’t have students achieve like they’re doing,” said Wally Feldman, principal of MCHS. “This is quite an achievement for 杏吧原创G, and we really appreciate the faculty’s contributions to our students’ progress.”
杏吧原创G's TRiO Program Awarded $1.2 Million for Next 5 years
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: August 11, 2010
GALLUP - The U.S. Department of Education recently notified the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup that the college has once again been awarded funding for its TRiO/Student Support Services program, a federal re-educational opportunity outreach program designed to motivate and support students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
The award is for $1.2 million and will run for five years. The award for the coming year, through August 31, 2011, will be $242,753.
杏吧原创G is one of 11 colleges in New 杏吧原创 funded for TRiO/Student Support Services. There are 906 programs nationwide.
“We succeeded by meeting our intended outcomes and producing a grant application worthy of funding,” said Carol Bartlett, program manager. “To receive funding for another five years in this present economy and decreasing availability of federal funds is a monumental feat.”
This TRiO program has been in place at 杏吧原创G since 2001 and has served 550 students during that time. The program seeks to remove social, academic and cultural barriers to obtaining a college education. The targeted population for TRiO/Student Support Services must be any of the following: enrolled or admitted for enrollment, first generation, low income, have a disability or must have academic need. In addition, the student must have scores from a college placement test at or above Math (25), Reading (62), English (32).
杏吧原创-Gallup's TRiO/Student Support Services Program serves 160 students, working with them intensely in tutoring and personal, academic and career advisement. TRiO/Student Support Services staff build personal and professional relationships with students through one-on-one interaction. The staff in the 杏吧原创-Gallup TRiO/Student Support Services program create a climate of support for students as they strive to move out of poverty and dependence toward financial freedom and independence.
Other services provided include a resource/reference library, mentoring, laptop loan program, scientific calculator loan, transfer trips to four-year colleges and cultural enrichment activities.
“Our strength is providing an array of services that to date, has resulted in an 80 percent average retention rate, with 85 percent of students served remaining in good academic standing,” Bartlett said.
Community Ed Courses Announced
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: August 24, 2010
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup has announced its fall schedule of non-credit, community education classes.
Candle Making: Make scented, colorful candles using new containers or one of your own favorites. When: Tuesdays, September 14 to October 5, 6-8 p.m.; location, Lions Hall 103; fee, $35; instructor, Nancy Bruker.
Basic Beginner Computer Class: Peaceful exploration of computers at your own pace. Topics include: computer vocabulary, operation of programs, using email, and internet aid for online research and creating your own documents. This class is only for people who have no experience using computers. When: Mondays, September 13 to November 1, 6:30-8:30 p.m.; location, Lions Hall Computer Lab (enrollment limited to 16 students); fee, $50; instructor, Amy E. Clark.
Beading: Learn the art of beading and make your own jewelry. Bring the beads you want to work with: turquoise, sea, mother of pearl, chip strands, etc. A supply list will be available for you when you register. When: Wednesdays, September 8 to October 6, 6-8 p.m.; location, Lions Hall 103; fee, $50; instructor, Marie Platero.
Basic Conversational Chinese: There are approximately 1.1 billion Mandarin Chinese speakers in the world. If you learn to speak Mandarin, you will be able to communicate with nearly 20 percent of the world's population. In this Basic Conversational Chinese class, you will learn to speak basic Chinese Mandarin, including tones, basic vocabulary, basic sentence structure, greetings, getting around, eating and drinking, entertainment, shopping, etc. When: Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m., September 8 to October 27; location, Lions Hall 109; fee, $50; instructor, Dr. Yi-Wen Huang.
Beginning/Advanced Silversmith: In the first and second class you will make a copper bracelet with stamp imprints of your choice, and pendent and earrings to match; in the third, fourth and fifth you'll start using a torch for soldering the silver and using turquoise. A supply list will be provided when your register. When, Thursdays, September 9 to October 14, 6-8 p.m.; location, Lions Hall 103; fee, $50; instructor, Marie Platero.
Decoupage: This is a beginning decoupage class. Decoupage is quite simple and if you can cut and paste then you are on your way to creating some cool objects. Basically, you cut out pictures; glue the pictures onto an object; and then cover the object and pictures with a few coats of decoupage medium to protect it. When, Mondays, November 1-22, 6- 8 p.m.; location, Lions Hall 109; fee, $40; instructor, Lisa Blanco.
Introduction to Basic Microsoft Office Suite 2007: Word, Access, Excel and Powerpoint. Looking to enhance your skills in Microsoft (2007) Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Access? This course will introduce students, working professionals and job seekers to beginner-level and some intermediate hands-on training in the Microsoft Office Suite (2007) software application.
What you will learn:
- Introduction to practical application usage
- Creating, saving, modifying and printing any 2007 Office file
- How to use keyboard shortcuts and commands
- How to make basic presentations in PowerPoint by adding: pictures, music and sound and different introduction slide techniques; how to add tables from existing Word documents to Excel, plus using formulas to automatically calculate various scenarios, and using Excel to enhance projects by adding pie, bar and graph carts; using Access to formulate a database by using the Wizard templates, including keeping track and generating reports based on general search criteria, and learning how to create a customer and inventory database log.
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays, September 7 to October 14, 6-8 p.m.; location, Lions Hall computer Lab Room 114; fee, $75; instructor, Arthur Ledesma. Enrollment limited to 15.
Introduction to Computer Hardware/Software: Troubleshoot, Repair, Install New Hardware or Software: Have you ever wondered how to optimize, diagnose, upgrade, repair, configure, troubleshoot, secure, install a newer operating system, or perform preventative maintenance on your computer? Are you a PC gamer and want to have an edge over your competition? Do you want to save money by fixing your own computer?
What you will learn:
- Hands-on training building a new computer
- How to troubleshoot and repair common issues
- Design your own personal computer
- How to install and use your computer peripherals
- Learn the seven key components that make a PC
- Save lots of money by fixing your own computer
- How to install the latest operating system
- How to safely take apart and reassemble a computer
When: Wednesdays, September 15-December 8 (no class on November 24), 6-8 p.m.; location, Lions Hall Computer Lab Room 114; fee, $50; instructor, Arthur Ledesma. Enrollment limited to 15 students.
Scrap Booking: Want to scrapbook? All you need is a desire to become the memory keeper of your special occasions and favorite every-day moments. We will be creating pages using acid-free paper, stencils, stickers and your creativity. Bring your special pictures. When: Thursdays, October 7-28, 6-8 p.m.; location, Lions Hall Sunroom; fee, $40; instructor, Ester Sanchez.
Holiday Gift Basket & Bow Making: Come and learn how to put beautiful gift baskets together for all occasions and learn how to make those big beautiful bows. A supply list will be available for you when you register. When: Mondays, November 1 & 8, 6-8 p.m.; location, Lions Hall Sunroom; fee, $25; instructor, Ara Green.
For more information on any of these classes and to register call (505)863-7743 or (505)863-7738; and must be paid for a week in advance. email lmlopez@gallup.unm.edu or dsilva@gallup.unm.edu.
Lecturer to Consider Native American Perspective on Immigration Reform
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: August 25, 2010
GALLUP - Mark Charles, a lecturer, writer, consultant and blogger on Native American issues, will speak on “Immigration Reform: Perspectives from Native America” on Wednesday, Sept. 1, at 6:30 p.m. in Calvin Hall 248.
Charles said he was motivated by the fact that the Native American community had neither been invited nor participating in recent discussions about immigration.
"I felt as if the indigenous people had a unique voice and perspective to add to this conversation,” Charles said, “and I began advocating that there is a voice missing from the dialogue.”
Charles recently spent two days at 杏吧原创-Gallup, talking to students, asking them what they thought about immigration. Most of the Native Americans, he said, were surprised by the question and said they hadn’t thought about it, but were nevertheless intrigued at being asked.
A Navajo who grew up in Gallup, Charles now lives in Window Rock with his wife and children. After attending college in Southern California, he lived in Albuquerque, Gallup and Denver, and moved back to the Navajo Nation seven years ago to live for three years in a hogan in a remote area.
"It was life changing, eye opening, and I began to understand the way our community is overlooked by the rest of the country,” Charles said. “I began to wonder how we could participate. I was living in a remote place, and I observed that few outsiders came to build relationships. They come to take your picture, to give you charity, but very few come to build. After a while, you feel invisible. That’s why I’m doing what I’m doing. I want the country to recognize and honor us for who we are.”
Charles gave a talk last year at 杏吧原创G on the “Virtual Native American State,” sponsored by the 杏吧原创G Student Senate, as is this lecture. He will be speaking on immigration reform in two weeks at a conference in Chicago in September, at which time he will bring some of the conversations that occur in Gallup into the discussion.
A discussion period will follow the lecture.
For more information, contact Charles at 303.519.1432, or email, mcharles@wirelesshogan.com or Twitter/Skype: wirelesshogan. There is also a discussion group on this topic at
July 2010
- July 7 - $500K NSF Grant Awarded to Bolster Science Program
- July 19 - 杏吧原创G Selected as Supercomputing 'Gateway'
- July 21 - Fall Community Education Schedule
NSF Grant Awarded to Bolster Science Program
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: July 7, 2010
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup has been awarded a $500,000-plus grant from the National Science Foundation to build its science program and increase the number of students going on to pursue a four-year degree in the so-called STEM fields – Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.
"We don’t graduate enough students in science,” said Chris Platero, assistant professor of mathematics and physics at 杏吧原创G and the principal investigator for the grant. Platero said he and a 杏吧原创G team that includes Kamala Sharma, associate professor of chemistry, will spend the next year deciding how best the funds could be used over the five-year limit of the grant. Their foremost effort will be put into developing criteria for scholarships to attract students to the program. The scholarships will help pay for tuition, books, fees and other needs.
The college has been working to get a National Science Foundation grant for several years. Initially the application was turned down, but as Platero explained, 杏吧原创G’s grants office corrected some of the deficiencies of the first application, and resubmitted it a year ago.
For Platero, a member of the Navajo Nation, the grant will represent an opportunity to promote science as a career choice among Native Americans and other students at 杏吧原创G.
"Science is not a first option here,” Platero noted. “I am seeing more students who want an easy degree.” He says students may also not have been sufficiently advised about the possibilities of a science career, and how such jobs may be high paying and in demand in the future. Further, students in this region have few role models of successful scientists.
"I don’t know if they know, for instance, what engineers are and the different types of engineers,” Platero said. “They don’t see beyond the walls.”
Among the initiatives Platero might launch to entice students into pursuing a science education, beyond standard recruiting, would be to organize an elementary-level science fair, and to recruit speakers who have successful careers in science, such as engineers from Sandia and Los Alamos. He also will provide advisers and recruiters with information about potentially large growth industries in science, such as green technology, renewable energy and sustainability – all of which are expected to generate professional-level, high-paying jobs for science majors even in local areas.
Another tool for promoting the science program is the AISES club – American Indian Science and Engineering Society, a student club that Platero has sponsored for several years. Participation in student clubs at a community college waxes and wanes, depending on who is around to keep them going, but Platero keeps promoting AISES among his students, and hopes to see it grow as more science and mathematics majors are recruited through this grant. He is hopeful that if enough students are active, they could help orchestrate the return of the science fair to Gallup-McKinley County.
Currently, 杏吧原创G offers a two-year associate’s degree in science. It’s not an “easy” degree; students must take Calculus I &II, Biology, Chemistry and Physics. But it will help prepare them for transfer to a four-year university, where they may specialize in a particular branch of science. Furthermore, Platero is planning to break down those “walls” that students may have erected between themselves and the possibility of pursuing a science education.
Platero, who says he was drawn to mathematics because of “the art of it”, has developed some unique methods to motivate his students. He designs his class to engage the students and make mathematics interesting to them, principally through several fun exercises that help them to interact with one another and, once the shyness is overcome, they become more engaged in the course material. He’s seen good results from students who say they used to hate math, and are now enjoying it.
Platero sees this grant as a means to contribute to the reversal of the nationwide trend for American students in general, and minority students in particular, to avoid studying science.
"Not many students at 杏吧原创G have accepted the science challenge,” he said. “I want to change that.”
杏吧原创G Selected as Supercomputing 'Gateway'
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: July 19, 2010
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup is one of 28 sites chosen to participate in a new program that extends the power of supercomputing to remote access points strategically placed at every public college campus in the state.
Campus officials met with Gina Tanner, a coordinator with the New 杏吧原创 Computing Applications Center in Albuquerque, on Friday to sign a memo of understanding with the Gateway program, an outgrowth of the Governor’s success in acquiring the fastest publicly available supercomputer in the world for New 杏吧原创., known as Encanto.
The remote sites will help communities and colleges far away from the supercomputer, which is housed at Los Alamos National Laboratory, take advantage of technology for diverse purposes, including education, research, environmental studies and community and economic development.
The free equipment, which will be given to 杏吧原创G and other remote sites by the state’s Department of Information Technology, or DoIT, will be available not only to 杏吧原创G users but also K-12 students, businesses, government organizations and whoever else in the Gallup community might need it. Users may be asked to pay a fee to recover the college’s costs for housing and overseeing the use of the equipment, although most likely school groups will not be charged.
Some of the uses the Gallup branch might make of Gateway: teleconferencing, distance education, scientific research, health careers and nursing studies, and video or film education. Community uses, in addition to those by local school children, might include business conferences, arts presentations, research and development for science or business and film production. Tanner said that conceivably, aspiring local actors might even audition for parts in a play or movie for a director in Albuquerque.
NMCAC will install the equipment within four to six weeks and follow up with training for designated individuals on campus. Quarterly training will be offered to the persons in charge of the equipment, and a user module will be available for public or college users.
NMCAC provided the following description of the capability of the system that will be installed at 杏吧原创G and at other campuses across the state: “The Gateways will be equipped with a set of desktop computers that, in conjunction with the large 3D stereo monitors, can be used to bring new capabilities into the classroom: the use of simulations to help students understand the impact of climate change, teaching emergency medical procedures by streaming 3D high-definition films; being able to rotate and view works of art in high definition 3D; engineering courses with 3D stereo CAD-CAM. …”
As Tanner pointed out, studies show that students’ ability to learn appears to be greatly enhanced by the use of 3D images.
The equipment will come with a one-year manufacturer’s warranty. For two years thereafter NMCAC will be responsible for replacing hardware. After the first three years, said Tanner, NMCAC will strive to provide either continued support, or if possible, to replace the Gateway equipment purchased by the state.
“The equipment and supercomputing capabilities will allow faculty to use this technology in their classroom, while the campus community will have opportunities to collaborate and network with colleagues not only in New 杏吧原创 but around the world by clicking a button,” said Sylvia Andrew, executive director. “We are particularly excited about sharing this technology with our community. The possibilities are endless.”
The Gateway system could be up and running and ready for use by the start of the fall semester, August 23.
Fall Community Education Schedule
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: July 21, 2010
- Non-credit courses
- Registration deadline for all classes is 2 weeks before classes start.
- You cannot register for these classes online
- All classes must be paid 1 week in advance
- For more information on class and to register call 863-7743 or 863-7738; email lmlopez@gallup.unm.edu or dsilva@gallup.unm.edu
Candle Making
Make scented, colorful candles using new containers or one of your own favorites. Great to give as gifts for any occasion.
When: Tuesdays, September 14 to October 5, 6-8 p.m.; location, Lions Hall 103; fee, $35; instructor, Nancy Bruker
Basic Beginner Computer Class
Your friends and relatives consider you ancient history because computers just don't like you? Join us for peaceful exploration of computers at your own pace. Topics include: computer vocabulary, operation of programs, using email, and internet aid for online research and creating your own documents.
This class is only for people who have no experience using computers.
When: Mondays, September 13 to November 1, 6:30-8:30 p.m.; location, Lions Hall Computer Lab (enrollment limited to 16 students); fee, $50; instructor, Amy E. Clark
Beading
Come learn the art of beading and make your own jewelry. Bring the beads you want to work with: turquoise, sea, mother of pearl, chip strands, etc. A supply list will be available for you when you register.
When: Wednesdays. 6 to 8 p.m., September 8 to October 6; location, Lions Hall 103; instructor, Marie Platero; fee, $50
Basic Conversational Chinese
There are approximately 1.1 billion Mandarin Chinese speakers in the world. If you learn to speak Mandarin, you will be able to communicate with nearly 20 percent of the world's population. In this Basic Conversational Chinese class, you will learn to speak basic Chinese Mandarin, including tones, basic vocabulary, basic sentence structure, greetings, getting around, eating and drinking, entertainment, shopping, etc.
When: Wednesdays, 7 to 8 p.m., September 8 to October 27; location, Lions Hall 109; instructor, Dr. Yi-Wen Huang; fee, $50
Beginning/Advanced Silversmith
In the first and second class you will make a copper bracelet with stamp imprints of your choice, and pendent and earrings to match; in the third, fourth and fifth you'll start using a torch for soldering the silver and using turquoise. A supply list will be provided when your register.
When, Thursdays, 6 to 8 p.m., September 9 to October 14; location, Lions Hall 103; instructor, Marie Platero; fee, $50
Decoupage
This is a beginning decoupage class where you will learn the basics. Decoupage is quite simple and if you can cut and paste then you are on your way to creating some cool objects. Basically, you cut out pictures; you glue the pictures onto an object; and then cover the object and pictures with a few coats of decoupage medium to protect it.
When, Mondays, November 1-22; 6 to 8 p.m.; location, Lions Hall 109; instructor, Lisa Blanco; fee, $40
Introduction to Basic Microsoft Office Suite 2007: Word, Access, Excel and Powerpoint
Looking to enhance your skills in Microsoft (2007) Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Access? This course will introduce students, working professionals and job seekers to beginner-level and some intermediate hands-on training in the Microsoft Office Suite (2007) software application.
What you will learn:
- Introduction to practical application usage
- Creating, saving, modifying and printing any 2007 Office file
- How to use keyboard shortcuts and commands
- How to make basic presentations in PowerPoint by adding: pictures, music and sound and different introduction slide techniques; how to add tables from existing Word documents to Excel, plus using formulas to automatically calculate various scenarios, and using Excel to enhance projects by adding pie, bar and graph carts; using Access to formulate a database by using the Wizard templates, including keeping track and generating reports based on general search criteria, and learning how to create a customer and inventory database log
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6 to 8 p.m., September 7 to October 14; location, Lions Hall computer Lab Room 114; instructor, Arthur Ledesma; fee, $75. Enrollment limited to 15.
Introduction to Computer Hardware/Software: Troubleshoot, Repair, Install New Hardware or Software
Have you ever wondered how to optimize, diagnose, upgrade, repair, configure, troubleshoot, secure, install a newer operating system, or perform preventative maintenance on your computer? Are you a PC gamer and want to have an edge over your competition? Do you want to save money by fixing your own computer?
What you will learn:
- Hands-on training building a new computer
- How to troubleshoot and repair common issues
- Design your own personal computer
- How to install and use your computer peripherals
- Learn the seven key components that make a PC
- Save lots of money by fixing your own computer
- How to install the latest operating system
- How to safely take apart and reassemble a computer
When: Wednesdays, 6 to 8 p.m., September 15-December 8 (no class on November 24); location, Lions Hall Computer Lab Room 114; fee,5; instructor, Arthur Ledesma. Enrollment limited to 15 students.
Scrap Booking
Want to scrapbook? All you need is a desire to become the memory keeper of your special occasions and favorite every-day moments. We will be creating pages using acid-free paper, stencils, stickers and your creativity. Bring your special pictures! When: Thursdays, October 7-28, 6-8 p.m.; location, Lions Hall Sunroom; fee, $40; instructor, Ester Sanchez
Holiday Gift Basket & Bow Making
Come and learn how to put beautiful gift baskets together for all occasions and learn how to make those big beautiful bows.
A supply list will be available for you when you register.
When: Mondays, 6 to 8 p.m., November 1 & 8; location, Lions Hall Sunroom; instructor, Ara Green; fee: $25
June 2010
- June 8 - 杏吧原创G Group Treks Through Grand Canyon
- June 9 - Navajo Weaving Class Scheduled
- June 18 - Governor Delivers $150,000 for Film/Broadcast Program
杏吧原创G Group Treks Through Grand Canyon
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FOR RELEASE: June 8, 2010
GALLUP - Some 杏吧原创-Gallup students and employees got to test their mettle in the Grand Canyon in mid-May. Paul Kraft, director of Student Services and an experienced hiker, led the group - composed of students (and a friend), faculty and staff ranging in age from early 20s to mid-50s - on a grueling one-day, 22-mile trek from the South Rim to the North Rim.
None except Kraft and Darrell Thompson, AV tech, had ever hiked the canyon. Only a few of the group had trained even minimally.
Hiking Grand Canyon from rim to rim in a day requires one to be in pretty good physical condition. The trek involves a steep, 5000-foot , 7-mile long descent from the South Rim, then a 10-mile footslog over the hot canyon floor (it was over 90 degrees the day the 杏吧原创G group hiked) and then an even steeper 4.5-mile ascent to the North Rim. Hikers who fall behind must grope their way in the dark or try to rest till morning by the trail and finish it in daylight. Camping in a campsite is usually not an option for the day hiker, as they must have reserved a campsite months in advance, and also must hike in with their camping equipment. Those who suffer heatstroke or dehydration and who cannot finish the hike might have to pay more than $2500 to be evacuated.
Kraft left the hikers on the South Rim early in the day and drove to the North Rim to set up camp. Six hours after he let them out, he made his way down the North Kaibab trail to meet up with the group. He encountered Thompson, IT Tech Billy O’Neal, students Henry Yazzie and recent 杏吧原创G grad Mike Kirk, who said they hadn’t seen the others in a while. This group pressed on to the North Rim, while Kraft went on to find the others. A mile on, he came upon student Casey Charley, his friend Monica Dennison and student Sheridan Cowboy, exhausted, and with about six miles to go in the waning daylight. He left them to find physical education instructor Cynthia Chavez, who had taken a side trip to a waterfall. Together, they caught up with the students. Chavez went on, and completed the hike in 13 and a half hours. Kraft stayed with the second group and accompanied them as they made their way up the last, steep, debilitating six-mile leg of the ascent. They ended up hiking for 16 hours. All the hikers fell into an exhausted sleep after reaching camp.
"I was so impressed with those that hiked. No one whined or complained, they just did it.,” Kraft said. “It was obviously a significant experience for everyone and I think everyone learned some things about themselves. The canyon is beautiful, inspiring, rugged, unyielding ... for some, this may be their first and last trip; for others, this trek inspired them to go after it again after getting into better shape.” Kraft said he may organize a return trip in October, but the next time, he will insist that all participants train for it.
Navajo Weaving Class Scheduled
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: June 9, 2010
GALLUP - Beginning Navajo Weaving will be offered as a non-credit course at the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup as part of its Summer 2010 Community Education program.
Students will learn to weave an 11x14-inch rug at beginners’ level. The loom will be 16x24 inches. Isabel Deschinny is the instructor.
The class sessions will be on introduction/supply list, thread warping, set-up weave and weave, block and step design, diagonal weaving midway and closing/finishing weaving. There will be four classes, Monday through Thursday, on July 19 (9 a.m. to noon), and July 20-22, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lunch is noon to 1 p.m.
The fee is $50.
Call 505.863.7738/7743 for more information, or email lmlopez@gallup.unm.edu or dsilva@gallup.unm.edu.
Governor Delivers $150,000 for Film/Broadcast Program
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: June 18, 2010
GALLUP - Saying he was ready to see the next Steven Spielberg and Harrison Ford spring from the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup campus, Gov. Bill Richardson was on hand June 17 to present the college with a check for $150,000 from the New 杏吧原创 Film Office to start a film/broadcast program.
Richardson has, throughout his tenure, emphasized that New 杏吧原创 needs to develop its potential as a center for filmmaking as an economic resource. New 杏吧原创 currently is the third most active state in filmmaking, behind California and New York. The film industry in New 杏吧原创 has been a source of income to those who provide services, such as catering and hospitality, but hasn’t provided many opportunities for New Mexicans in terms of direct employment in filmmaking.
“We have concentrated on mining, tourism, oil and gas in New 杏吧原创,” Richardson said. “We’ve also branched out to solar and high tech energy, and the Spaceport. But the film industry will help lots of kids. I want the crews who work on films to be from New 杏吧原创. We could have new professions by training crew members.” Richardson said the colleges that are receiving the funds for this film incentive – which also include San Juan Community College, Eastern New 杏吧原创 State University in Roswell, New 杏吧原创 State University in Carlsbad, Western New 杏吧原创 University and Luna Community College – could develop training necessary for jobs like these.
Richardson harked back to Gallup’s movie-making past, when it was a much-used locale during the Western movie era, and said he’d like to see that happen again.
He also said that while movie making has been important to New 杏吧原创’s economic development, not all cultures – particularly Native American – have benefited. Neither has their story always been well told by the movies, he added.
Joe Shirley, president of the Navajo Nation, echoed this, saying, “Too long the stories were told about us and for us. Now we need to do it ourselves. This money is a boost. It will give us an edge.”
“Here’s an opportunity to lay history down with cultural sensitivity. It’s difficult for non-natives to understand our view,” said Norman Cooyate, governor of Zuni Pueblo, who said he was hopeful about how this donation would provide opportunities for young people in Zuniland. He also related how a film company had recently explored making a commercial in Zuni, but had opted for Santa Fe instead, and what a disappointment that was for the Pueblo, with its 65 percent unemployment.
He drew some laughs when he thanked Richardson, whose “lame duck” status was alluded to in a joking manner not only by Richardson but by other officials, for being the “flying lame duck who is laying the golden eggs. They’re always welcome in Zuniland.”
Sen. George Munoz spoke about helping to get bills passed that have promoted the film industry in New 杏吧原创, and thanked Richardson for bringing some of the state money back to his region to help Gallup get a share of the benefits.
Sylvia Andrew, executive director of 杏吧原创G, mentioned the various ways that the money may be used at 杏吧原创G, which might include enhancing some of the broadcast and film components of the college’s current communication and journalism and digital design and media programs, as well as buying equipment.
Lisa Strout, director of the New 杏吧原创 Film Office, spoke of “under-represented voices” among the state’s storytellers, and referred to the Governor’s agreement with actor and environmentalist Robert Redford through the Milagro at Los Luceros initiative, designed to nurture Native American and Hispanic filmmakers.
“The commitment needs to be made to keep this going,” Strout said, referring to Richardson’s push to develop the film industry in New 杏吧原创, and stressing that the momentum would need to be carried forward into the next administration.
杏吧原创G has sponsored a summer film boot camp in the past, and has offered filmmaking classes through its Digital Design and Media classes.
May 2010
Commencement is May 14
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: May 3, 2010
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup will hold its 2010 Commencement activities on Friday, May 14, at 2 p.m. in the arena of Red Rock Park.
More than 300 students are eligible to graduate from 杏吧原创G with certificates, GED’s, diplomas, Associate’s degrees, Bachelor’s degrees and Master’s degrees.
杏吧原创G Hosts Math Conference
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: May 27, 2010
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup hosted the 21st annual conference of the New 杏吧原创 Mathematical Association of Two-year Colleges May 21-22. The conference drew more than 70 attendees, including a professor from each college or university in New 杏吧原创. Attendees from out of state came as well.
杏吧原创G math faculty, including Lilia Smarandache, John Unger, Chris Platero and Natalja Verzkina-Elliott made presentations, as did tutor John Van’t Land. Math faculty Alok Dhital presided over several presentations.
Student advisor Eddie Crank started the conference with a song and prayer, while Sylvia Andrew, executive director, welcomed the gathering. More than 20 presenters discussed what they found helpful for their students in the classroom.
At a Friday evening banquet, awards and scholarships were given, including a certificate of merit to 杏吧原创G for placing second in a student math league contest. Barbara Aaker of the Community College of Denver presented math songs. The evening was concluded with door prizes donated by Ellis Tanner, Shush Yaz, Richardson’s and Don Diego’s.
The conference began with a song and prayer from Eddie Crank followed by a welcome from the Executive Director Dr. Sylvia Andrew. Throughout the two-day event over 20 presenters discussed what they found helpful in the class for their students.
“I’d like to thank all those involved at 杏吧原创-Gallup for their support which made this possible,” said Tom Kaus, math faculty and organizer of the conference.
April 2010
- April 1 - Vo-Tech Drive Due Reconstruction
- April 5 - Open House Set for April 15
- April 5 - Construction Tech Goes Greener
- April 9 - Clubs Organize Weekly Pool Tournament
- April 13 -Construction Set to Begin on Tech/Classroom Building
- April 19 - Home & Garden Show Set for April 23-24
- April 19 - Enrollment for Summer/Fall Semesters Under Way
- April 21 - Student Art Exhibition On View
- April 23 - Diversity Club Sets 'Rainbow Dance'
- April 26 - Faculty Announces Recognition Awards
- April 27 - Women's Health Conference on May 5
- April 29 - Psych Student Wins Scholarship
- April 29 - Navajo Nation Presidential Candidates' Forum Planned
- April 29 - Community Ed Announces Summer Kids' Courses
Vo-Tech Drive Due Reconstruction
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: April 1, 2010
GALLUP - The reconstruction of Vo-Tech Drive at the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup is set to start in mid-April, according to Ron Petranovich, manager of Physical Plant and Facilities.
Requests for Proposals have been received and evaluated with expectations of a contract being in place by next week. The purchase order for the project is in the works, and is also due approval next week. The project allows for a six-month completion period, but it is expected to take from three to five months.
Vo-Tech Drive from College Drive up to and including the Center for Career and Technical Education parking lot behind Health Careers will be reconstructed. The project also includes the service drive access road up to the Gurley Hall area loading dock adjacent to the Construction Technology building. Among the improvements planned: new pavement, new curb and gutter and new street lighting. The road will be widened by about ten feet, thus addressing long-standing traffic issues. Vehicle load capacities will be improved by repairing the road where it has been undermined by erosion.
Petranovich said the college is working on a temporary alternate route which, if approved by the New 杏吧原创 Department of Transportation, would direct traffic from State Road 564 (Boardman) to an access leading to the nursing building and Career Education parking lots.
“There will definitely be some major disruption here with this project,” said Petranovich. “However, I encourage patience throughout this phase of construction as the long-term improvements will be well worth the effort for our campus.”
Open House Set for April 15
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FOR RELEASE: April 5, 2010
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup will host its annual open house, called “Join the Pack,” on Thursday, April 15, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The college is planning a day of information tables, refreshments, tours, a music contest, give-ways and drawings for prizes.
The college has invited all local high school students to attend the open house as a way of familiarizing themselves with 杏吧原创G and its programs. The local community is also invited to attend.
"We’d particularly like to invite those newcomers to Gallup who might have heard about the local community college but haven’t yet had a chance to get acquainted,” said Linda Thornton, senior public affairs representative.
Call 505.863.7565 for more information.
Construction Tech Goes Greener
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: April 5, 2010
GALLUP - Two years ago the Construction Technology Department at the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup launched an effort to “go green.” To that end, they began planning a certificate program in Green Building Technology. Other efforts included producing biodiesel fuel to power some of their machines and continuing with an annual home and garden show that they had started a year before.
Now, two years on, the certificate program is well under way, and the two instructors – Rick Krouth and Chris Chavez – are firmly entrenched in building ties with the local community through their green construction program. The hope is that Gallup can become a model for what a small rural community can accomplish in energy savings and helping the environment.
Chavez, who has his students helping with their third 杏吧原创G Habitat for Humanity House, has been employing green building practices in the construction of the home.
“When it’s finished, this will be most energy efficient home in Gallup,” he says, citing pre-fabricated insulated wall panels and a unique method of constructing the two-story house in a frame rather than creating a floor, then adding a wall, another floor and another wall. The floor for the second story is hung from inside the first story. Rooms have standard ceiling height of eight feet.
The 1300-square-foot home may sound a bit small, but Chavez said it is designed for a six-person family.
"It’s got the footprint of a standard house, even though the square footage is not huge. The spaces are pretty decent, in fact,” he said. "They are laid out more efficiently, with wider hallways. Construction is always ADA-compliant construction when we partner with Habitat. There’s also plenty of closet space. There are lots of ways to save space, and we put that into play when we designed this house.”
This house will be cheaper to heat than other Habitat houses, with its 98 percent efficient furnace, which will blow forced air through duct work in the floors.
"Within the last four years, mechanicals [in furnace design] have doubled efficiencies,” Chavez said. “Once you put them in, they pay for themselves.”
Rick Krouth, who was certified last year by the Building Professionals Institute for Building Analysis Training, said the department is moving forward in an attempt to establish a building performance institute.
The Construction Technology Department launched its green certificate program last year, and is promoting it to the local community, both for high school students in the vocational track as well as high school graduates seeking the education needed to be employable in this field. Krouth said he hopes to affiliate with a national certification organization in an effort to attain certification for the program.
The program, which requires the completion of 33 credits, requires students to complete the following courses: Timber Frame Construction, Passive Solar Adobe, Renewable Energy Active Systems, Sustainable Landscape and Green Building/Design
In the Timber Frame Construction course, students learn about log, timber, post and beam construction technologies, with an emphasis on sustainable wood and infill strategies. In Sustainable Landscaping, students learn about landscaping and gardening in the high desert mesa ecosystem of this region. Course topics touch on passive solar effects sustainable buildings, native and adopted low water-use plants, water harvesting and xeriscape design.
Another community project that is ongoing is work at the McKinley County Humane Society. Krouth’s class is finishing up an operating room with materials that were purchased with community donations. He said his class will continue to help the Humane Society as needed.
Both instructors agree that “green” building is an idea whose time has come, although they recognize that places like Gallup have a ways to go to catch up with what’s being done in Albuquerque and Santa Fe.
“This new technology is expensive at the outset,” said Krouth, “but it pays for itself in the long run.”
That’s why they are hopeful that local builders, companies, institutions, organizations and homeowners will take heed of the work the college is doing to bring green building practices to Gallup. The college is offering locals the chance to build a symbiotic relationship: 杏吧原创-Gallup will be the place to learn these new methods and practices, while students will need real life projects to work on to get experience. Opportunities to build partnerships are always welcome, say Krouth and Chavez.
In addition to construction, the instructors are also planning green projects with a small wind generator (they already have one on order) and photovoltaic systems for producing alternative sources of power.
“You need live projects, and we’re planning to do much more,” Krouth said.
For more information, contact Krouth at 505.863.7560 or Chavez at 505.863.7544.
Clubs Organize Weekly Pool Tournament
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: April 9, 2010
GALLUP - Several clubs from the University of New 杏吧原创 Gallup are hosting an eight-ball pool tournament at Slopshot Billiards on Wednesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. The Diversity Club, Trauma Club and Intervarsity Christian Fellowship Club are working together to provide an alcohol-free recreational experience for young people at the newly opened club, located in Rio West Mall.
Cover charge is $5, but students participating in the tournament get an hour of free warm-up time, with drinks and snacks provided. There will be 16 players maximum in the tournament. If there are not enough college players, other players are welcome to participate. Winners will be awarded a prize,
For more information call Kyle at 505.236.9142.
Construction Set to Begin on Tech/Classroom Building
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: April 13, 2010
GALLUP - Administrators at 杏吧原创-Gallup were this week putting in place plans to accommodate equipment, materials and a trailer in Gurley Hall parking lot as construction was set to begin on the Technology Center and Classroom Building.
Sixty parking places are being roped off in Gurley Hall’s parking lot to allow a construction trailer and materials lay-down site. The loading zone in front of Gurley was also being moved to the opposite side of Gurley entrance where there have been six handicapped parking spaces. The handicapped spaces were to be relocated south in the main parking area closest to the building. Further, the bus stop was to be moved from the front of Gurley Hall to the east side of Calvin Hall along Calvin Drive.
The project, which has been awarded to Flintco Construction, will take about 15 months to complete.
The construction of the new building will be ongoing while Vo-Tech Drive from College Drive up to and including the Center for Career and Technical Education parking lot behind Health Careers undergoes reconstruction.
"We realize that this will be an inconvenience for faculty, staff and students for the duration of the project, with the extra pressure on already tight parking, buses being re-routed and the noise and disruptions from the work site,” said Paul Kraft, director of Student Services. “We will do our best to inform the campus of events that occur that may temporarily impact the campus community.”
Home & Garden Show Set for April 23-24
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: April 19, 2010
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup’s Construction Tech Department will host its third annual Home and Lifestyle Show this Friday and Saturday, April 23 and 24, in Gurley Hall Commons, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Among the presenters will be: Alpine Lumber Co., City of Gallup Joint Utilities, Four Directions Wellness Resources, Gallup Lumber and Supply Co., Small Business Development Center, Gallup Solar, Green Horizon, Habitat for Humanity, Holiday Nursery, Home Depot, Krouth Construction, NRG Building Systems LLC, Otero’s Cellular and Alarm Co., Polysteel Forms of Gallup, LLC, Reliv, SB Builders and Shelter + Design.
For more information, call 杏吧原创G Construction Tech program at 863-7560.
Enrollment for Summer/Fall Semesters Under Way
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: April 19, 2010
GALLUP - Registration for the summer and fall semesters at the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup is now ongoing. Those interested in enrolling may contact Student Services at 505.863.7524 for more information.
The summer semester starts June 7. The fall semester will start on August 23.
Student Art Exhibition On View
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: April 21, 2010
GALLUP - The annual 杏吧原创-Gallup Student Exhibition is on view in the Ingham Chapman Gallery and the display cases. The show will run until May 12. The exhibition features students’ work that was produced throughout the year.
A public reception for the student exhibition is set for Thursday, April 29 in Ingham Chapman Gallery from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The public is invited. Light refreshments will be served. Call John Zimmerman, gallery manager, 863-7774, for more information.
Diversity Club Sets 'Rainbow Dance'
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: April 23, 2010
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup’s Diversity Club is planning an end of the spring semester “Rainbow Dance” on Friday, May 7, from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. at Slopshots Billiards at Rio West Mall.
Black Widow will be the DJ.
The public is invited. Cost is $3 with a high school or college student identification, and $5 for others. Call Kylie at 505.236.9142 for more information.
Faculty Announces Recognition Awards
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: April 26, 2010
GALLUP - The faculty of the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup has announced their annual recognition awards for 2009-10.
Adjunct faculty: Martha Orr, Nursing, and Milan Sklenar, Arts and Letters;
Community Service: Kathy Head, Nursing, for serving on the RMCHCS board of directors, and as Nursing department vice-chair and sub-committees;
Professional Service: Paula Watt, Math and Science, for writing and broadcasting a weekly radio program on local geology for KGLP; mentoring to students; developing a “Creating a Geology-Friendly Campus” initiative and geologic timeline; presenting papers, lectures and posters at various events, including the Science Education Institute of the Southwest seminar and the Geological Society of America; writing and receiving numerous grants, including one from the National Science Foundation; and publishing works in 2003 and 2006;
Teaching: Irene Den Bleyker, Education, for teaching in a variety of settings, including practicum courses with students working at school; using diverse instructional methods, including small groups, lectures (PowerPoint) and Bloom’s taxonomy and constructivist teaching approaches to empower and challenge students; professional relationship with students and colleagues, including mentoring and writing letters of support for students; engaging in ongoing professional development to stay current in her field, including trainings, workshops and conferences;
Scholarly Work, Research, Creative Work, Disciplinary Growth: Pamela Stovall, Arts & Letters, for co-authoring a paper in the Journal of American Academy of Business; writing various scripts, including the award-winning “Crossroads” and “Best Served Cold,” as well as “In the Blood”;
Also for Scholarly Work, John Zimmerman, Arts and Letters, who presented his sculpture in 10 exhibitions across the country (including six juried and invited exhibitions and two solo efforts); participated in a visiting artist workshop in March at NMSU; and published the article, “The Structure of Things: The Sculpture of Brandon Reese” in the February issue of Ceramics Monthly;
Campus Service: Kathy Larason, Business Tech, who is retiring from the Business Technology Department and who has been with 杏吧原创G since 1996, and Chris Marlow, retiring as Dean of Instruction after five years, and currently Health Careers faculty.
Women's Health Conference on May 5
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FOR RELEASE: April 27, 2010
GALLUP - The GIMC Navajo Health Education Program and 杏吧原创-Gallup Health Careers/Health Sciences and Physical Education Program are presenting a Women’s Health Conference called “Phenomenal Women” in the 杏吧原创G Auditorium on Wednesday, May 5, starting at 9 a.m.
The agenda is as follows:
Registration, 8 a.m.
- Welcome and announcements by Sylvia Andrew, 杏吧原创G executive director; Freida Naegle, senior health educator, Navajo Health Education Program; and invocation, Sister Bessie White, pastor, Flame of Fire Ministries, 9-9:30 a.m.
- Presentation on heart disease by Loretta Gonzales, faculty, Medical Lab Technician program at 杏吧原创G, 9:30-10:45 a.m. “Weight Management: The Battle to Maintain a Healthy Weight” by Verdaleen Denetdale, health education from the Navajo Health Education program, 11 a.m. to noon
- 2-mile walk/run on the 杏吧原创G walking trail, led by NHEP staff, noon
- “Breast and Cervical Cancer,” Remona Yazzie, Health Educator/Breast Cancer Resource Center, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
- Sexual Health, Fannie Jackson, HIV Health Educator/Navajo Nation HIV Prevention Program, 2:45-4 p.m.
- Closing remarks, “Phenomenal Woman,” by Maya Angelou, reading by Raylynn Haskie, office assistant, Navajo Health Education program, benediction, 4 p.m.;
- Adjournment, 4:15 p.m.
- Zumba Wellness Dancing, 杏吧原创 Gymnasium, LaVerne Chischilly, program coordinator, 杏吧原创G Health and Physical Education/Health Career Health Science Department, 4:15 p.m.
Other sponsors include Camille’s Sidewalk Café and other health exhibitors.
LaVerne Chischilly will be the emcee for the event.
Psych Student Wins Scholarship
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FOR RELEASE: April 29, 2010
GALLUP - Lucinda Chee, 杏吧原创-Gallup psychology major, has won a full-support scholarship to continue her psychology studies at Oklahoma State University.
Last summer, Chee successfully completed American Indians into Psychology (AIIP), an annual six-week academic enrichment program at OSU.
Eleven Native students are selected nationally for this IHS-funded summer program to orient them toward postgraduate psychology studies. Most participants are from four-year colleges; 杏吧原创-Gallup is the only two-year college to send students regularly to AIIP.
Sixteen 杏吧原创-G students have participated since the program’s founding in 1998. Each summer, the highest achieving AIIP student is offered a full scholarship to continue toward an OSU psychology degree. Sharon Lee of Ramah achieved this honor in 2003.
Chee is currently enrolled at OSU.
Navajo Nation Presidential Candidates' Forum Planned
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FOR RELEASE: April 29, 2010
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup Student Veterans Association will host a Navajo Nation Presidential Candidates’ Forum on Saturday, May 1, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Calvin Hall Auditorium.
Candidate Rex Lee Jim has confirmed that he will be on hand to answer questions, while other candidates have been invited.
For more information, contact mr navajo@yahoo.com
Community Ed Announces Summer Kids' Courses
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FOR RELEASE: April 29, 2010
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup’s Community Education Department has announced “Kids Summer Classes” for June and July.
The schedule is as follows:
June 14-17
Science Projects for Kids, 5 and up, 9 a.m. to noon;
Arts and Crafts for Kids, 5 and up, noon to 3 p.m.
Pirates, 5 and up, noon to 3 p.m.
Ceramics, 7 and up, 9 a.m. to noon
A Walk in the Rain Forest, 5 and up, 12 to 3 p.m.
June 21-24
Horticulture-Gardening, 5 and up, 9 a.m. to noon
Recycled Art, 7 and up, 9 a.m. to noon
Animals and Their Habitats, 7 and up, 9 a.m. to noon
Scrap Booking, 7 and up, noon to 3 p.m.
June 28-July 1
Cooking with Fractions, 5 and up, 9 a.m. to noon
Painting for Kids, 5 and up, noon to 3 p.m.
New 杏吧原创 History, 5 and up, noon to 3 p.m.
Computers, 7 and up, 9 a.m. to noon
July 6-9
Fun with Old Jeans, 7 and up, 9 a.m. to noon
Fabulous Fairy Tales, 5 and up, noon to 3 p.m.
Jewelry/Beading, 5 and up, 9 a.m. to noon
July 12-14
Puppets and Masks, 5 and up, 9 a.m. to noon
Under the Sea Wonders, 5 and up, 9 a.m. to noon
Exploring Land Before Time, 5 and up, noon to 3 p.m.
Mosaic Art, 5 and up, noon to 3 p.m.
July 19-22
Decoupage, 5 and up, 9 a.m. to noon
Candle making, 5 and up, 9 a.m. to noon
Castles and Knights, 5 and up, noon to 3 p.m.
Nutrition and the Human Body, 5 and up, 9 a.m. to noon
Journey into the Solar System, 7 and up, noon to 3 p.m.
July 26-29
Field Trip Fiesta, 5 and up, 9 a.m. to noon
Drop off and pick up at Roosevelt School, 400 E. Logan
Each class runs 1 week (Monday through Thursday) from 9 a.m. to noon or noon to 3 p.m.
All classes are $25, and must be paid in advance.
For more information, contact Louise Lopez at 505.863.7743 or Denise Sylva at 505.863.7738.
March 2010
- March 3 - Fifth Edition of Dean's Book Published
- March 8 - Harlan McKosato to Give Talk
- March 8 - 杏吧原创G Mini-Semester Starts March 22
- March 10 - Collision Repair Program: Auto Tech Today Requires Complex Range of Skills
- March 10 - Art Faculty Present 'Studio Work' in Ingham Chapman Gallery
- March 12 - Veterans' Association Helps Vets Navigate Academia
- March 25 - AV Tech Donates Bone Marrow to Young Leukemia Patient
- March 26 - Local Board Votes Tuition Hike
Fifth Edition of Dean's Book Published
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FOR RELEASE: March 3, 2010
GALLUP - Chris Marlow, dean of instruction at 杏吧原创-Gallup, announced that the fifth edition of a book she authored, “Research Methods for Generalist Social Work,” has been published by Brooks/Cole, Cengate Learning.
The book is a social science research methods text, developed specifically for social work students, undergraduates and graduates. It combines both qualitative and quantitative methods.
“It uses a lot of examples you would encounter in social work, rather than in sociology or psychology,” Marlow said.
Marlow, whose background is in social work, has a Ph.D. in Social Service Administration and a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Chicago. Prior to becoming an academic, she worked with the developmentally disabled population in Maine, and in Chicago, she did community organizing work. She went on to join the New 杏吧原创 State University Social Work faculty and eventually became director of the School of Social Work and associate dean of the NMSU Graduate School.
The book, which was first published in 1992, has been used consistently as a basic research text in the United States as well as Australia and Canada. Marlow, who also has a background in international teaching, said she sees social work as an international profession.
杏吧原创-Gallup faculty and staff who contributed to the revision of this work were Coleen Arviso, IT faculty, who helped Marlow update the web-related content of the book, and Carol Frick, former librarian at 杏吧原创G who retired last year, and who assisted with writing the literature review section.
“I think it’s important as dean of instruction to keep involved with professional development in your own field,” Marlow said.
Ordering information for this book is available from Amazon.com.
Marlow, who joined the 杏吧原创-Gallup administrative team in 2004, is retiring in June.
Harlan McKosato to Give Talk
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FOR RELEASE: March 8, 2010
GALLUP - Harlan McKosato, host and producer of the popular “Native American Calling” program aired locally on public radio station KGLP, will give a lecture and discussion at the University of New 杏吧原创 Gallup on Wednesday, March 24, at 7 p.m.
Co-sponsors are the 杏吧原创G Student Senate and the KGLP Board of Directors in conjunction with its spring fund-raising drive.
McKosato, a member of the Sac and Fox Nation of Oklahoma, grew up on the Iowa reservation in north central Oklahoma. He began as an associate producer for NAC in June 1995 and was promoted to producer/director in August 1996. He took over hosting duties in September 1997, before resigning in April 2004. He rejoined the program in December of 2006.
A graduate of the University of Oklahoma with a degree in journalism, he has also been a columnist for the Santa Fe New Mexican and a contributor to New 杏吧原创 Business Weekly magazine, as well as a commentator for National Public Radio’s talk show “All Things Considered.” He served as an adjunct professor of journalism at the Institute of American Indian Arts in spring 2006, and was recognized in 2005 by his alma mater as a “Distinguished Alumnus of the Gaylord College of Journalism.”
McKosato was the 2003 reader’s choice for “Best Radio Personality in New 杏吧原创” by the statewide-circulated Crosswinds Weekly magazine. In 2002, he was appointed as chairman of the Albuquerque Mayor’s Commission on Indian Affairs.
In 2005, he appeared in his first film role in a short movie titled “Sympathy for the Devil.” He also appeared in the 2004 PBS documentary, “Looking Towards Home.”
McKosato has described Native America Calling as an “electronic talking circle.” He fields calls from all across the country on topics of interest to Native Americans that may not receive attention from the mainstream media.
The lecture will be held in Calvin Hall, and is free to the public. Call the Student Senate at 505.863.7553 or KGLP at 505.863.7625 for more information.
杏吧原创G Mini-Semester Starts March 22
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FOR RELEASE: March 8, 2010
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup’s Spring Mini-mester – the second eight weeks of the 16-week semester – will start March 22. The college is offering several eight-week classes, including Concrete Pour Finish, Blueprint Reading, Construction Tech Practicum, Diabetes Wellness, Intro to GIS (Drafting), Medical Terminology, Community Health Education Press Plan, Business Web Page Design I, Pathway to Computer Literacy, How to Take an Online Course, Pediatric Nursing, Ballroom Dance, Beginning Golf, Pilates, Walk for Wellness and Indoor Cycling.
Call 505.863.7500 for more information, or see the schedule on the college web page at www.gallup.unm.edu.
Collision Repair Program: Auto Tech Today Requires Complex Range of Skills
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FOR RELEASE: March 10, 2010
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Ronald Nez, left, and Michael Bejarano mask a windshield prior to spray painting an auto in the Collision Repair paint booth.
GALLUP - The field of collision repair has seen a lot of changes since 杏吧原创-Gallup instructor Cliff Burnhan entered it at the age of 18, right after trade school.
“When I first started, you had metal cars. Now you’re dealing with all kinds of different sub-straits, like plastic, fiberglass, and carbon fiber,” he explains. Furthermore, it’s no longer simply a matter of hammering out dents or replacing bumpers. The new materials require a wider range of skills, and more intensive training to become adept with new tools and techniques.
Burnham’s program provides instruction on putting in windshields, welding, mechanics, working with the new materials, learning painting techniques and mixing custom colors, and even some very basic know-how regarding repairing upholstery.
Enrollees in a certificate or associate’s degree program may bring in their cars to the college’s body shop to work on. Students also get to work on special projects that local body shops might not want to deal with – like a recent restoration of a 1943 Ford Jeep, the precursor to the Jeep Wrangler. The Jeep, owned by a local, is now being lovingly restored by the students to reflect its original glory as a work horse four-wheel drive utility vehicle used by the Allies in World War II.
Students can also cut their teeth on special painting projects, such as the new paint job being applied to the college’s police vehicle, a work in progress that promises to be an attention getter.
Burnham teaches his students something of the history of automobile painting, which was originally done with a brush. A couple of decades later, the technology changed to suction feed spray guns. Sixty to 80 years after that, the high-volume low-pressure, or HVLP, guns were introduced.
“It takes a lot of practice to learn the basics and the technique. Usually, you have to paint three to six cars or trucks before you start to feel comfortable. You can’t just turn someone loose with a spray gun,” Burnham said. He stresses the basics, and it’s up to the students to hone their skills at air brushing, painting murals, applying decals and other custom techniques.
Speaking of painting, the college was fortunate five years ago to get a $58,000 paint booth, which allows students to apply paint in a controlled environment. Burnham is now looking at a $6000 upgrade to adapt the booth to waterborne paints – the latest innovation in the field.
“With these new waterborne paints you can spray with a regular HAP respirator or without a respirator, and you can clean up with water. It dries well and covers better, and does everything solvent-based paint does, with less of an impact on the environment,” Burnham said. The new techniques also allow faster drying. Normally, it can take a couple of days for a car to dry without a paint booth. With a paint booth solvent-based paints take 40 minutes to one hour. With waterborne paints it takes two to 20 minutes to dry with the upgraded booth.
The 杏吧原创-Gallup collision repair shop is pretty well fitted for tools, he noted.
“Recently, we became the only body shop in the state to get a plastic-filler applicator gun,” said Burnham. The program was recently awarded one of the guns – complete with cartridges – by the 3M Company after Burnham filled out an online survey. The cost of the gun and cartridges usually runs around $6000.
Besides being more environmentally friendly these days, collision repair techniques have also had to become more sophisticated to meet auto industry changes driven by safety requirements. The new materials are a case in point. As Burnham tells his students, the newer materials – the plastics, aluminums and carbon fibers – are much stronger than they appear. Further, auto design has improved significantly, giving drivers and passengers much better odds of surviving crashes than half a century ago.
“Most people think that if you drive a steel ’59 Chevy into a newer car, say a Honda, at 40 miles per hour, the Chevy will destroy the Honda. That’s not true,” he says. An actual test collision between two such vehicles, where the impact was registered at 80 mph, showed the vintage Chevy taking a whipping.
“The old cars weren’t designed to take that kind of punishment. The newer cars have crush zones, so they absorb the impact before it goes into the compartment. Race car design has contributed to greater safety of new cars,” he explained, adding that today’s collision repair students need to understand these fundamentals of safety as they learn their trade.
Students typically complete some or all of 12 courses, including Basic Auto Body, Paint and Refinishing Equipment, Auto Welding, Restoring Corrosion Protection, Auto Glass/Restraint Systems (for a certificate), plus Identification and Analysis - Damage, and Straightening and Measuring Systems I and II for a degree. They may also need to take certain core classes, depending on whether they go for a certificate or degree, in math, communications and computer fundamentals.
While most of his classes are composed of high school students or young adults aiming at a well-paying career, Burnham says he also gets older body specialists who come to him to learn the newer techniques.
“It’s a lifetime job. Students need to learn mechanics, welding, mixing custom colors – even some woodworking. They need to know all these things to stay up with the changes in the field,” said Burnham.
For more information, contact Burnham at 863-7530.
Art Faculty Present 'Studio Work' in Ingham Chapman Gallery
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FOR RELEASE: March 10, 2010
GALLUP - The work of Ken Roberts and John Zimmerman, art faculty at the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup, is on view in the Ingham Chapman Gallery in Gurley Hall through Tuesday, April 6. The exhibition is called “Studio Work: 2009.”
Roberts is professor of art, while Zimmerman is an assistant professor and manager of the gallery.
An artist lecture is scheduled for Tuesday, April 6, at 6:30 p.m. in Gurley Hall 1239. A reception will follow the lecture in Gurley Hall 1238.
Also on view in Gurley Hall is work from students at Miyamura and Gallup high schools.
Veterans' Association Helps Vets Navigate Academia
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FOR RELEASE: March 12, 2010
GALLUP - Combat veterans from recent wars often face the same challenges that previous generations of soldiers encountered in reintegrating themselves to society. What’s different for today’s vets, however, is that those challenges -- such as post-traumatic stress disorder -- are better understood and efforts are being made to reach out to the men and women now trying to build a new life after their tour of duty has ended.
At the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup, there’s an organization that hopes to help that process along. The 杏吧原创G Veterans Association has been active for several years with varying participation, but for the last two years, under the leadership of former 杏吧原创G student Robbie Yazza and the group’s current president, Mike Kirk, it’s been expanding its mission.
“It’s a way for all of us to come together and set an example for others – for all those who’ve come to 杏吧原创G to put their lives together,” said Kirk, a Special Forces veteran of Afghanistan. “It’s up to us to not fall victim to stereotypes – to show that we’re successful at reintegrating and that they can do it too.”
The ways of reaching out have varied – from hosting movies on Thursdays, to riding on a flatbed truck in a Memorial Day parade. They have also served as security at dances, held a picnic and honored student vets and performed a flag-raising ceremony last Veterans’ Day.
All these activities represent a strong effort to help veterans navigate the sometimes hazardous passage back to the world they left behind when they went to war. As the group’s members all acknowledge, the world they return to is much the same; it is they who are different.
As Jason Joe, Army veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom and the group’s vice president, explains, veterans struggle with suddenly being alone and on their own when they leave the structured life of the military.
“It took me a while to straighten out after I came home. You go from being in your squad, where you help each other, to being on your own,” he said. Combat veterans may also compound problems by medicating their psychological wounds with drugs or alcohol – an experience Joe can relate to.
“I used alcohol to keep the experience behind me, but it came out anyway. After quitting [drinking] I decided to go back to school.” Joe says he has found that using the same discipline he learned in the Army helps him stay focused in school, as does the support of the Veterans’ Association, which parallels the support he used to find from his squad.
“We keep each other in line. We’re a team. And we try to network with veterans at other schools so that we can keep the support going. It helps to see familiar faces,” Joe said.
The 杏吧原创G vets are planning to expand that network through participation in the annual Bataan Memorial Marathon at White Sands Missile Range on March 23. Student vets will be accompanied by 杏吧原创G advisor and Veterans’ Association sponsor Wyatt Stiger (retired Navy veteran) and Student Services Director Paul Kraft in this marathon, which has become an annual event for scores of veterans nationwide.
The marathon commemorates the infamous Bataan Death March of 1942, in which 70,000 Filipino and American troops surrendered to the Japanese and were forced to embark on a brutal 60-mile march to prison camps, during which thousands died.
The vets will have their choice of running the marathon or a 15.4-mile course. Two categories are offered – light, with runners wearing standard distance-running apparel, or heavy, where marchers must carry a minimum of 35 pounds in rucksacks or backpacks. Although the event is also open to civilians, military entrants in the heavy category must wear their combat uniforms or other service-equivalent uniform.
The student vets attending besides Kirk and Joe will be Phil Notah, Traci Shorty, Delinah Steward, Lloyd Apachee and Cassandra Morgan.
Kirk and Joe are hoping that this activity will help cement the bonds that have been formed among the group over the past year. Kirk will be graduating in May, and Joe likewise will be leaving 杏吧原创G in a semester. Both men want the group to continue strong – and to be there for other vets who may need the support it offers.
Acknowledging the reality of PTSD for himself after his combat experience, Kirk says oftentimes vets are hesitant to admit to it, in the belief it’s a sign of weakness. This can contribute to isolation, and perhaps a hesitancy to seek the solace of those with similar experiences.
“It’s true,” he says. “When you come back, you feel different. When I first walked through the Commons, I felt like I was on Mars. One week, I was in a Humvee, in a state of high alert, and then I’m here. You feel out of place. I’m making progress, though. I feel more now, two years later, like a normal guy. I feel more compassion.”
He attributes much of his progress to the counsel of older veterans. And that’s something he wants those that come after him at 杏吧原创G to find in place in the future.
Be that as it may, he realized that for some student vet enrolled at the college, the effort to reach out is just too much. For whatever reason, they are unable to join the group or make themselves known as needing the support of those with similar experiences. That’s one of the reasons the group hit upon the idea of posting a bulletin board in Gurley Hall, near Stiger’s advisement office. Those who choose not to join the group can still benefit from writing down the phone numbers posted there and use the information the Veterans Association regularly posts.
“There’s a lot of help available locally,” Joe said. “But what we can do is help them understand the frustrations of getting through the paperwork involved in accessing benefits so they can go to college. We’ve got names and numbers.”
Anyone interested in learning more about the 杏吧原创G Veterans Association may contact Stiger at 505.863.7607.
Caption: From left, Jason Joe, 杏吧原创G Veterans’ Association vice president; Kimberly Longhair, secretary; Mike Kirk, 杏吧原创GVA president; and Wyatt Stiger, 杏吧原创GVA sponsor and 杏吧原创G academic advisor.
AV Tech Donates Bone Marrow to Young Leukemia Patient
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FOR RELEASE: MARCH 25, 2010
GALLUP - Sixteen years ago, Senior Audio Visual Technician Darrell Thompson discovered through a drive held at 杏吧原创-Gallup that he had a rare type of blood and was persuaded that he should sign up as a potential bone marrow donor. At that time, donating bone marrow to help treat people with various forms of cancer, immune diseases and aplastic anemia was still somewhat new.
It wasn’t until last year that he finally got called upon to make a donation. The recipient was to be a 3-year-old boy with leukemia -- a person whose identity is unknown to Thompson.
Thompson traveled to San Diego last year for evaluation, and after a battery of tests that included ensuring he had the right tissue type, and many questions about health-related issues, he was given the go-ahead as a donor for the boy. He made a second trip to San Diego and underwent the procedure of having his bone marrow harvested under anesthesia and in an operating room. Then, in January, Thompson was contacted again by the bone marrow transplant registry that he had signed up with. The young patient’s doctors wanted him to undergo a second transplant for the same patient.
“I had to think about that,” Thompson said, recalling the discomfort and anxiety that the first donation had entailed.
Ultimately, the same thoughts that had inspired him to embark on this course persuaded him to make the second donation.
“I had thought about what it would be like for a 3-year-old child to go through this, and I just had to do it,” he said. “So when they called in January, I had to help him.”
And so Thompson flew to San Diego to again undergo numerous tests to make sure he was free of diseases - from HIV to hepatitis to the common cold. Even a minor illness like a cold or sore throat could compromise the impaired immune system of the recipient, and risk not only the success of the transplant, but also the now 4-year-old boy’s life.
The operation requires the donor to undergo a needle-sized puncture through the back of the hip. The angle of the needle is rotated to pull out about a pint of marrow. Thompson was told by the registry that he could only donate bone marrow twice in his life.
After the operation, Thompson was kept in the hospital overnight. Medical personnel monitored him for any signs of infection or discomfort. And though he was found fit to travel after resting for a couple of days, as luck would have it, a major snowstorm had hit the southwest while he was in San Diego, and his flight was canceled. It was the same story the next day. Finally, after two days of waiting, he was put on a flight to Phoenix by a sympathetic airline agent in first class.
A day after returning to work, Thompson reported the puncture wound was still a bit sore, but otherwise, there were no ill effects. But whatever discomfort he may have experienced, Thompson says it was well worth it to enhance this young patient’s chances for survival.
“I’m happy that he’s doing good for now,” Thompson said, adding that the course of the boy’s recovery will be charted over the next year. Thompson says he’d like to meet the boy some day, but that would be up to his parents.
For now, though, Thompson says he hopes other individuals will be encouraged to become bone marrow donors and help children like the one who received his donation overcome their diseases.
“Leukemia is an ugly disease. I wouldn’t want my child to go through it, and I would hope if someone else had a chance to help with curing someone, they would step up,” he said.
Local Board Votes Tuition Hike
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FOR RELEASE: March 26, 2010
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup Local Board had to make a tough decision Wednesday evening, March 24, when they voted on a proposed tuition increase. With several options before them, the board ultimately decided 3 to 2 to vote in a 4.44 percent increase in tuition, bringing the total from $53 a credit to $55.35. Student fees will remain the same at $7.90 per credit hour.
Thus, the cost of one credit at 杏吧原创G will rise in the fall from $60.90 to $63.25. For a student enrolled for 12 credit hours, the additional cost per semester would average $28.20.
The tuition hike is a result of the state-mandated 9 percent tuition credit increase for community colleges that the Legislature approved with the signing of the budget bill on Wednesday.
“We chose not to pass the full 9 percent on to the students,” said Tony Major, director of Business Operations for 杏吧原创-Gallup, explaining that the remainder of the increase will be made up through a combination of organizational changes, operational cost cutting and the use of some savings.
Student fees are distributed among three areas in the college: Student Senate for student events; Information Technology, for services and infrastructure that benefit students; and building replacement and renewal, chiefly classroom and instructional improvements.
February 2010
- February 1 - Search Launched for Dean of Instruction
- February 8 - 杏吧原创G Plans College Goal Sunday (on a Saturday)
- February 15 - Community Education Courses Available
- February 15 - Sammy C's Named Success Client of 2009 for SBDC
- February 23 - Student Nurses Club Engages in Community Well Being
Search Launched for Dean of Instruction
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FOR RELEASE: February 1, 2010
GALLUP - A search for a dean of instruction has been launched, following the announcement by the current dean, Christine Marlow, that she is retiring from the position she has held for the past five years, effective in June 2010.
The college is doing a national search to fill this position, which is the “chief academic officer who reports directly to the executive director and has overall responsibility for leadership and administration of the instructional program,” according to the advertisement that has been placed in national higher education publications.
Other duties the dean oversees: facilitating excellence in faculty teaching, scholarly work, student success and service with the college and the community at-large. The dean is also responsible for strategic planning and goal setting in instruction, oversight of the budget and making a comprehensive assessment of academic and vocational innovations.
The successful candidate for the job must have an earned doctoral degree or terminal degree in a field of expertise at a post-secondary level, at least five years of senior level administrative experience directly related to the duties of the position, experience as a department chair or higher administrative position at a post-secondary level, and five years of teaching experience at the post-secondary level.
The college administration hopes to have the dean’s position filled by Summer 2010.
杏吧原创G Plans College Goal Sunday (on a Saturday)
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FOR RELEASE: February 8, 2010
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup will host College Goal Sunday, a nationwide effort to help potential students get their Free Applications for Federal Student Aid forms completed, on Saturday, February 20, from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Gurley Hall Commons.
“Since the inception of this event, which was originally held on Sundays, it has expanded to both Saturday and Sunday,” explained Paul Kraft, director of Student Services. “Colleges throughout the state host the event on either Saturday or Sunday. We happen to host it on Saturday.”
The assistance includes the following:
- Free, on-site professional assistance completing the FAFSA
- Adult/traditional and non-traditional student concerns addressed
- Help with FAFSA on the web
- One-on-one assistance
- Introduction to www.collegegoalsundayusa.org
- Computer access to set up a PIN and file a FAFSA
Students planning to attend should bring their 2009 IRS 1040 tax returns, their W-2 forms, their SSN cards, and identification and other information about 2009 income and benefits.
For more information, contact the Financial Aid Department at 505.863.7663.
Community Education Courses Available
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FOR RELEASE: February 15, 2010
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup is offering the following non-credit community education for spring:
Basic Beginner Computer Class: For those without computer experience. Wednesdays, March 3, 10, 24, 31, April 7, 14, 21, 28; 6-8 p.m. in Lions Hall. Instructor: Amy E. Clark.
How to Get Publicity for Your Group, Event or Yourself: Basic concepts of writing press releases and public service announcements, photography, dealing with negative publicity, ethics, understanding media needs and audiences. Section A, Tuesdays, March 2, 9, 23, 30; Section B, Tuesdays, April 6, 13, 20, 27, 6:30-8 p.m. Instructor: Robert Galin.
Getting Hired: Standing Out in a Crowd: Learn how to land your next job; topics include resume writing, application, interviewing, prepping. Section A, Monday and Wednesday, March 1, 3; 6-8 p.m.; Section B, Tuesday and Thursday, March 9 and 11, 6-8 p.m. Instructor: Matthew R. Holdgate.
Family and Friends CPR: Teaches basic CPR in accordance with the American Heart Association criteria. Designed for those who do not need a completion card. Topics to be covered: CPR skills for infants, children and adults, relief of choking, function and use of AED. Friday, March 5, 3-7 p.m. in Health Careers 117. Instructor: Elizabeth Bush.
Fleece Blanket Class: Learn this no-sew technique in seven easy steps. Materials required are two pieces of fleece, 1 ½ yards each and sharp scissors. Saturday, March 27, 9 a.m. to noon. Instructors: Lisa Blanco.
Gift Basket and Bow Making: Mondays, April 19, 26. 6-8 p.m. in Lions Hall. Instructor: Ara Green.
Beading: Make your own jewelry. Brings beads you want to work with. Supply list available upon registration. Wednesdays, April 7, 14, 21, 28. 6-8 p.m. in Lions Hall. Instructor: Marie Platero.
Beginning/Advanced Silversmith: Make a copper bracelet with stamp imprints of your choice, and pendant and earrings to match. Learn to use a torch for soldering silver and using turquoise. Thursdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. 6-8 p.m. Lions Hall. Instructor: Marie Platero.
Sammy C's Named Success Client of 2009 for SBDC
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FOR RELEASE: February 15, 2010
GALLUP - Every year, Gallup’s Small Business Development Center, affiliated with the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup, recognizes a client who has achieved top success after working with the SBDC to get established. Elsi Sanchez, director of the SBDC, announced recently that Sammy C’s Rockin’ Sports Pub & Grille had been named the 2009 Success Client.
Owned by local broadcaster Sammy Chioda and his wife Marie, Sammy C’s not only has been enjoying a lively business from its food and bar business ever since it opened, but also has a Starbuck’s coffee shop within the restaurant. Recently, the couple also added a breakfast and lunch menu. There are now plans for a reception hall in the bottom level of Rockin’ Sammy C’s. Sports and music memorabilia, collected by Sammy Chioda during his four decades as a radio broadcaster in Gallup and Las Cruces, cover the walls and are shown in display cases.
The Chiodas first consulted with the SBDC as they began to develop their business plan, and worked with Sanchez throughout the process as their plans progressed. They found the SBDC particularly helpful in securing their Small Business Association loan for expansion.
“The SBDC staff kept plugging away with us until it was done,” said Marie Chioda, “getting us past all the hurdles and the glitches. I am very impressed with how they helped us work out detailed financial projections. Once the application was done, the loan was approved in record time.” The loan will go toward building their reception hall.
While the SBDC does not issue loans, Sanchez and her staff help clients apply for loans through the Small Business Administration, a federal agency that helps guarantee loans through other lenders. The SBDC provides many other services, from helping clients develop business plans, to providing information on government regulations, government contracts and marketing and promotion.
For more information, contact the SBDC at 722-2220.
Student Nurses Club Engages in Community Well Being
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FOR RELEASE: February 23, 2010
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From left: Marcia Lee, member; Christina Joe, president; Gail Martinez, member; and Jace Frye, vice president, discuss forthcoming SNA projects.
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup offers a wide range of opportunities for students to get involved with their professions before graduation through its network of student clubs. Among the most active of the clubs is the Student Nurses Association, which was re-established in 2009.
This year, the SNA is still going strong, with students sponsoring and participating in various activities, including a college health fair, a “Fun Run” organized by the local Kiwanis, giving H1N1 vaccinations, and organizing fundraisers for the chapter. The members are also planning a “Relay for Life” event in June.
Chapter goals are related as being “to influence nursing practice and education, and influence health care in our community.”
Last year, the group attended the New 杏吧原创 SNA Conference in Phoenix, and participated in the establishment of that organization with Northern New 杏吧原创 Community College.
Christina Joe, president of the 杏吧原创G SNA, is also vice president of the New 杏吧原创 Student Nurses Association, while Jace Frye, vice president of the 杏吧原创G SNA, is the Southern Region director for NMSNA.
Currently, the Gallup chapter of the SNA is planning to attend the National Student Nursing Association convention in April, and they hope to participate in two national conferences annually to keep abreast of current nursing practice. To that end, they have organized two fundraisers on campus: a Valentine’s Day Candy Gram event, as well as a Stew Day sale.
Sponsors are Karessa Bitsoie, program specialist, and Nursing faculty Melanie Moynan-Smith.
For more information on the 杏吧原创G SNA, contact Bitsoie at 505.863.7599.
January 2010
- January 13 - Community Ed Classes Announced for Spring
- January 25 - 'Modern Day Diana' on View at Ingham Chapman
Community Ed Classes Announced for Spring
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FOR RELEASE: January 13, 2010
GALLUP - Non-credit courses at the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup are being planned for the spring semester.
Among those now being offered at the Gallup campus:
“Gift Making” includes instructions for making gift boxes, cookie jars, candle holders and the like using inexpensive and unusual materials. A supply list will be provided. The course will run Thursdays from Feb. 4 to March 25 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in Lions Hall. Instructors are Nancy Bruker and Tamara Matthews.
“Beginning Navajo Weaving” will teach students how to weave an 11-inch by 14-inch rug at beginner’s level. Students will need a loom that is 16 inches by 24 inches. Dates for the class are Friday, January 29, 5:30-8:30 p.m., introduction and supply list; Friday, February 5, 5:30-8:30 pm., thread warping; Saturday, February 6, 1-4 p.m., set up weave and weave; Friday, February 12, 5:30-8:30 p.m., block and step design; Saturday, February 13, 1-4 p.m., diagonal; Friday, February 19, 5:30-8:30 p.m., weaving midway; Saturday, February 20, 1-4 p.m., closing/finishing weaving. The class is limited to 10 persons and is located in Gurley Hall 1239. Instructor is Isabel Deschinny.
A “Fleece Blanket” class will instruct students on how to make a no-sew blanket in seven steps. Supplies needed are two pieces of fleece material (1 ½ yards each), and sharp scissors. Class is limited to 10. The class will be held on Saturday, February 6, from 9 a.m. to noon. Instructor is Lisa Blanco.
Planned for the Zuni campus:
“Resume Writing and Job Search” will give tips on writing an effective resume and a cover letter, and how to contact individuals for references. The course will also give instruction on opportunities for students to develop career and educational development plans in today’s market. Course times are Mondays and Wednesdays February 1 through Feb. 24 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. on the Zuni Campus. Instructor is Lorentino Lalio.
“Small Business Management” will teach students how to set up a small business in Zuni or in New 杏吧原创, and will include topics such as filling out forms, loan documents, proposals and licenses. The course will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays, February 16-March 11, from 6 to 8 p.m. Instructor is Darrell Tsabetsaye.
“Business Development Within Tribal and State Governments” will teach students how to engage in current business development strategies for owning their own business. They will be provided with various case studies on successful tribal business developments for reference. Class times are Tuesdays and Thursdays, February 2-11, from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Instructor is Lorentino Lalio.
A class on “Hiragana – the New Zuni Alphabet” will teach students how to write Zuni in a different way. The Zuni and Japanese languages use the same sounds in a different order, according to the instructor, Alvin Kaskalla, who will teach students about the similarities. Classes will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays, February 2-25, from 6 to 7 p.m.
More classes will be added and announced at both campuses as the semester progresses.
Call Louise Lopez at 505.863.7738/7743 to enroll or for more information.
'Modern Day Diana' on View at Ingham Chapman
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FOR RELEASE: January 25, 2010
GALLUP - The work of Margaret LeJeune is currently on view at the Ingham Chapman Gallery of the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup. An image-maker from Rochester, N.Y., LeJeune works predominantly in photographic-based mediums, exploring issues of constructed gender, sexism, power dynamics and stereotypes.
The series “The Modern Day Diana” explores the modern notions of women hunters. Each image depicts a personal representation of the sitter, made evident by the setting. The title refers to the Roman goddess of the hunt, Diana. She was praised for her strength, athletic grace, beauty and hunting skills. Her vigor and health were admired and her strength and protection were sought for young children and women in childbirth.
“By photographing in each woman’s home or hunting lodge I seek to create a dynamic that questions the relationship between the domestic sphere, traditionally the women’s place, and the hunting world, typically a masculine realm,” the artist says. “The attributes of Diana, that of the bow and arrow, hunting dog, stag and animal pelts, further express this dichotomy.
Her work has been exhibited at the Griffin Museum of Photography, ARC Gallery, Woman Made Gallery and in numerous national invitational and juried exhibitions. In 2008 she was awarded Best in Show in the national juried exhibition Where Are We Now: 40 Years of Feminism at ARC Gallery in Chicago. In 2009 she received three Honorable Mentions from the International Photography Awards.
LeJeune serves as assistant professor of art and the director of the Kresge Art Gallery at Lyon College in Batesville, Ark.
The show runs through Feb. 25. Call John Zimmerman, gallery manager, 505.863.7774, for more information.
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