Year: 2011
December 2011
- December 2 - Bridge Scholars Present Research
- December 8 - Applications Available for Spring Johnson Scholarship
Applications Available for Spring Johnson Scholarship
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: December 8, 2011
The Johnson Scholarship Foundation Entrepreneurship Scholarship Program will be awarding $10,000 in funds for the spring, according to Al Henderson, entrepreneurship instructor at the University of New 杏吧原创 at Gallup. Deadline to apply is January 27, 2012.
The scholarship is awarded to students pursuing a certificate or degree as entrepreneurs or in business-related fields.
Additionally, students must meet the following criteria:
- Be a member of a federally-recognized Indian tribe (provide CIB)
- Demonstrate financial need
- Be selected in accordance with the university’s normal criteria based on financial aid
- Hold and maintain a GPA of 2.0 or above
- Not be an employee of the university, except for student employees receiving a work assignment as of need-based financial aid.
To be eligible for consideration, the applicant must submit to the 杏吧原创-G JSF Scholarship Selection Committee a completed application form; a one-two page biographical statement (including career goals/future plans); and a current unofficial 杏吧原创 transcript.
For more information, contact Al Henderson at 505.863.7634, or 杏吧原创-Gallup Financial Aid at 505.863.7663.
Bridge Scholars Present Research
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: December 2, 2011
Every year, students from two-year colleges statewide present research posters for work conducted during New 杏吧原创 State University’s summer Bridge Program. Funded since 1992, Bridge introduces Native American students from two-year institutions of higher learning to research and advances them into Baccalaureate of Science degree programs in biomedical sciences.
This year, six University of New 杏吧原创 at Gallup students who participated in the 2011 summer research activities at NMSU presented their research posters at the Society for the Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS) national meeting in October of 2011 in San Jose, Calif. The students are: Clint Alex, Emma Barker, Yarnell Jim, Koreen Owens, Samantha Shorty and Wilbur Murphy. Four of these students – Alex, Barker, Jim and Owens –also displayed their research posters in Gurley Hall.
A collaborating Bridge institution since 2001, the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup has sent 44 students to the Bridge program for summer research activities at NMSU. Eighteen of these students have transferred to four-year institutions.
Kamala Sharma, chemistry professor at 杏吧原创-Gallup, has coordinated these activities at 杏吧原创G since their inception.
November 2011
- November 4 - ESL Students Sworn In as New Citizens
- November 10 - 杏吧原创G Auto Club Sponsors Car Smashing Fund Raiser
- November 10 - Johnson Foundation Scholarships Awarded
- November 11 - New Student Orientation Dates for Spring 2012
- November 15 - Student Senate, TRiO Gathering Donations for Soldier Care
- November 18 - Ancient Ceramics Club Explores Traditions
- November 23 - Winter Reception Planned for Dec. 1
Winter Reception Planned for Dec. 1
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: November 23, 2011
The University of New 杏吧原创 at Gallup will host a winter reception with a special guest on Thursday, Dec. 1, at 5:30 p.m. in Gurley Hall.
After a welcome by Sylvia Andrew, executive director, hot apple cider and hot chocolate will be served while harpist Barbra Telynor provides holiday music. Following the music, children of all ages are invited to visit with Santa Claus. Mrs. Claus will also be on hand to pass out gift bags with some holiday treats.
For more information, contact Linda Thornton at 863-7565.
Ancient Ceramics Club Explores Traditions
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: November 18, 2011
In ancient times, artists and craftsmen generally provided their own tools and materials. They mixed pigment, made brushes, and dug for clay.
Ceramics artist Elroy Natachu of Zuni believes part of his mission as president of the Ancient Ceramics Club at the University of New 杏吧原创 at Gallup is to help his club members reconnect with the traditions of the arts. And where better to start in this part of the world than with the Puebloan culture?
The members of the club represent a cross-section of the traditions found in Gallup – Puebloan, Navajo, Hispanic--all peoples are welcome. But for the rest of this school year, they will join Natachu as he orchestrates a curriculum-driven program to help them understand Puebloan art.
The group starts this Saturday with a field trip to Ashiwi Awan Museum in Zuni, where they will listen to Curtis Quam, who will tell the Zuni migration story to illustrate how all Puebloans were connected, and how artists shared techniques. They will also watch some historic black and white videos showing women potters from the early 20th century at work. The students will then go on to the gallery, for a look at recovered pottery.
From noon to 1 p.m., the students will proceed to Natachu’s house for a traditional home-style meal of stews and enchiladas. In the afternoon, the club members will accompany Natachu to a place where Zuni potters have dug their own clay for centuries. After offerings and prayers to Mother Earth (these will be conducted by and for Zunis only), the group will proceed to dig clay so they can try their hand at creating pottery in the Zuni style.
“We are paying respect for taking her flesh,” Natachu explained of the prayers and offerings. “We’re hoping she will give clay in return. If we don’t do this, she’ll give you rocks and not clay.” The Zuni believe that the earth is a living, breathing thing, he noted, adding, “That’s why it’s important not to waste it.”
Among the varying kinds of clay to be found in Zuni mines is kaolin. Kaolin is used to create slips, or a liquid clay suspension of mineral pigments. The slips can be reddish, off-white to brown, white or black. Slips are applied on the pottery as a wash, creating large patterns or swaths of color. In many cases, the Zuni apply the slips with a yucca brush – narrow yucca leaves chewed so the fibers are loosened. Clay used in Puebloan pottery is to be found throughout the Southwest, with Zuni potters sometimes traveling as far as Grand Canyon for the reds and yellow ochres found in hematites (iron oxides).
The black paint used in Zuni pottery, by the way, comes from wild spinach (Cleome serrulata Pursh) – not to be found this time of year, but an important plant for the Zuni potter to know. The process of creating the black paint is an arduous one and can take an entire day. The plant is gathered and stuck in a pot and boiled with water. Once a thick black syrup forms, the mixture is strained, then cooked for another couple of hours until it’s like molasses. The syrup is poured into little brick molds which are then put in a pot to dry. Water is added whenever the potter wants to use the dried blocks of paint.
“It’s fun to go back and learn these technical processes, such as the early brushes and making the paint, and using gourds for scrapers, and to think that with these simple items people created beautiful pieces of artwork,” Natachu said.
Natachu, who is 21 and has been studying at 杏吧原创-G for three years, was taught these techniques by family members. He lists painters, fetish carvers, potters and a seamstress among his relatives. They have inspired him to also pursue a career in art as a high school art teacher. He has training in medical records and as an administrative assistant from 杏吧原创-G, but says his love of art has inspired him to want to inspire others.
“I’ve found the older generation is more committed to appreciating this art than the young generation,” Natachu says as his reason for wanting to teach his peers about Puebloan pottery in particular and artistic traditions in general.
After their field trip on Saturday, the group will turn their interest to the work of other Puebloan artists. They will be inviting artists from Laguna, Isleta, and perhaps Hopi to give demonstrations in the ceramics lab, and to talk about mineral techniques, and the culture and philosophy of their traditions. In years to come, the club will decide about studying traditions farther afield – perhaps those of China, Europe, Mesopotamia or the Aztecs.
To raise money to fund their activities, the club will host a bake sale and ring toss with prizes on Tuesday, Nov. 22, all day in Gurley Hall. Among the prizes will be a turkey basket, which will include a turkey, stuffing, and all the trimmings for Thanksgiving; other prizes will be some etchware and trinkets made by Natachu.
For more information on the Ancient Ceramics Club or the sale on Tuesday, contact
Student Senate, TRiO Gathering Donations for Soldier Care
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: November 15, 2011
The University of New 杏吧原创 at Gallup Student Senate and TRiO program are gathering donated items for soldier appreciation care packages.
All items donated for Operation Care should be placed in the collection bins in Zollinger Library, TRiO Lab (Gurley Hall B215) and at the Information Desk in Gurley Hall. Donations will be accepted until Dec. 2. Packages will be created on Dec. 5
Some of the items that are being sought: magazines, playing cards, movies, holiday items (decorations, blank greeting cards, etc.), deodorant, soap, individual packaged wet wipes, toothbrushes, tooth paste, candy, jerky, used but clean small stuffed animals, sunscreen, combs, socks, foot care products (insoles, foot powder), balloons for water fights, crossword puzzles/Sudoku, ramen or cup of noodles.
All items should be sealed. Anything scented should be packaged separately so as not to contaminate food items with fragrance.
New Student Orientation Dates for Spring 2012
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: November 11, 2011
New Student Orientation is for all new/transfer students and those who missed NSO the previous semesters.
Gallup Campus:
Wed., Nov. 30, 1-3:30 p.m., Gurley Hall 1124. Presenter, P. Sayers (Ext. 7746) Wed., Dec. 7, 1-3:30 p.m., Gurley Hall 1124. Presenter, E. Crank (Ext. 7640) Sat., Dec. 10, 9-11:30 a.m., Calvin Hall 248. Presenter, D.L. Stiger (Ext. 7607) Thur., Dec. 15, 1-3:30 p.m., Gurley Hall 1124. Presenter, D.L. Stiger (Ext. 7607) Sat., Jan. 7, 9-11:30 a.m., Calvin Hall 248. Presenter, D.L. Stiger (Ext. 7607) Tues., Jan. 17, 1-3:30 p.m. Gurley Hall 1124. Presenter, D.L. Stiger (Ext. 2706) Sign up in person at the Student Services and Technology Center (SSTC 252) or with your academic advisor or by phone at (505)863-7706 or at extension above./p>
Zuni Campus
Wed., Jan. 11, 1-3:30 p.m. Presenter: Laura Leekela Sing up in person at the Zuni Campus or phone with Laura Leekela, (505)782-6020, or Monica Wyaco, (505)782-6010.
Johnson Foundation Scholarships Awarded
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: November 10, 2011
Awards from the Johnson Scholarship Foundation have been made to Business Technology students enrolled in the certificate or associate’s degree program at 杏吧原创-Gallup. The awards, totaling $10,000 for the fall, are made in support of the Rural Entrepreneur Institute of 杏吧原创G.
The awardees are Marshall Arviso, Kyle T. Carlson, Tawny Endito, Magdalena Garcia, Genevieve Lee, Shaina L. Roanhorse, Tiffany Toledo and Fenessa Dayish.
JSF, of West Palm Beach, has been supporting the REI at 杏吧原创-Gallup for the last two years. The foundation requires that the $20,000 award be split in half between fall and spring semesters. A selection committee was formed and the eight recipients were chosen from a field of 18 applicants.
The funds will be used for tuition, books, school supplies, transportation and other needs. The awardees must maintain a 2.0 grade point average to remain eligible for the scholarship.
“This is just the beginning of what could be long-term scholarship support from Johnson,” said Al Henderson, a 杏吧原创-Gallup Business Technology lecturer and the coordinator of the Rural Entrepreneur Institute. “Their requirement is that students be committed and dedicated to business professions or careers, with the long-term goal of being business owners.”
杏吧原创-Gallup is required to track the students during the course of their study and after they graduate.
Those interested in submitting applications can do so once the announcement of the Spring 2012 scholarship is made.
For more information, contact Henderson at 863-7634, or ahenderson@gallup.unm.edu.
杏吧原创G Auto Club Sponsors Car Smashing Fund Raiser
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: November 10, 2011
Stressed? Frustrated? Why not release some of that tension by taking a swing with a sledge hammer at a sacrificial car during the 杏吧原创G Auto Club Car Smashing fund raiser in Lions Hall parking lot, Wednesday, Nov. 16, 10am-5pm. $1 a hit & $5 for 6 hits. Everyone is welcome!
ESL Students Sworn In as New Citizens
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: November 4, 2011
Eight new U.S. citizens were sworn in on Oct. 28 in a ceremony at the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup North Campus.
The new citizens, representing Nepal, Syria, Germany and 杏吧原创, were all students of Laura Jijon, an English as a Second Language teacher and the interim Adult Basic Education program manager. All were enrolled in ESL classes. To become citizens, the students must achieve a basic mastery of English, as well as U.S. history and government.
“I’ve found most naturalized citizens know far more than those who were born here,” Jijon said.
The 杏吧原创G ESL program works in conjunction with the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service at the local Catholic Charities office with Sister Janet Cashman. Catholic Charities, by the way, works with everyone on their paperwork and immigration documentation, regardless of religion. Besides representing four countries, the new citizens were, in addition to being Catholic, also Hindu and Muslim.
INS, by the way, is no longer the arm of the governmental agency that deals with deportation, Jijon pointed out. After Sept. 11 and the launching of Homeland Security, that agency became known as ICE, Immigration Custom Enforcement.
Jijon as an ESL instructor in Gallup has taught students from all over the world. Most immigrants, she says, have a great distrust of government, but feel comfortable in a school setting. That’s why the citizens who were recently sworn in were pleased to have their ceremony performed in the place where they had studied. In attendance were families, teachers and fellow students.
Also present were Mayor Jackie McKinney and 杏吧原创G Executive Director Sylvia Andrew.
“They were delighted that the mayor of the city and the leader of the college would be in attendance,” Jijon said.
Jijon said the new citizens have also been surprised and delighted at how supportive Native Americans – who make up a large percentage of the ESL students – are of their efforts to become Americans. She says a great deal of cultural exchange goes on in the classes, in terms of trading stories, and learning about each other’s food and customs. For instance, the decorations for the ceremony included some 3D Chinese characters, some Navajo weaving and some paper decorations appropriate for Ramadan, the Muslim period of fasting.
For more information on the ESL classes and working toward U.S. Citizenship, call Jijon at 722-6437.
October 2011
- October 5 - 杏吧原创G Prof to Reveal Woman Behind Little Women
- October 5 - Students Elect New Officers
- October 7 - Dedication of 杏吧原创Gs New Student Services & Technology Center Oct. 21
- October 10 - Work of Ceramic Artist On View at Ingham Chapman
- October 13 - 1st Navajo Woman Surgeon to Give Talk
- October 17 - 杏吧原创 Extended U Plans Transfer Day Oct. 19
- October 26 - 杏吧原创G Student Services and Technology Center Open for Business
- October 26 - Disability Awareness Month Presentation Set at 杏吧原创G
- October 27 - Student Senate to Host Haunted House, Dance
- October 27 - New World Border Exhibition Set at 杏吧原创G Gallery
New World Border Exhibition Set at 杏吧原创G Gallery
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: October 27, 2011
杏吧原创-Gallup’s Ingham Chapman Gallery will host a new show, “New World Border: Artists Respond to US/杏吧原创 Border Wall” Nov. 14-Dec. 20.
The exhibition literature provides this statement about the purpose of the artwork:
“The wall, now being constructed across the length of the US/杏吧原创 border, is like a knife cutting off neighbors, wildlife, indigenous people, and families. The wall is inflaming hatred and contributing to an atmosphere of vigilantism and oppression. While the US walls itself off from the world in the name of ‘security’ what is it sacrificing? A group of artists respond to the wall with imagery from a variety of viewpoints. This is a touring exhibition that is being shown simultaneously at galleries, cultural centers, schools and other venues across the country. The artists represent a wide cross section of approaches to the printed image, from esteemed Latino Poster Movement artist Malaquias Montoya, to Black Panther Minister of Culture Emory Douglas, Kearny Street Workshop icon Nancy Hom, New York political illustrator Frances Jetter, co-founder of the California Indian Art Movement, Frank LaPena, as well as powerful work by many other artists.
“The wall is destroying and dividing families, communities, eco-systems, and indigenous lands. The wall is part of a national move towards increased militarization of all aspects of society. The time to speak out against it is now.”
Artists represented are Scott Anderson, Adrian Avila, Christopher Beer, Kahlil Bendib, Francisco Dominguez, Emory Douglas, The Roots Factory, Flor de Autodeterminación, Juan Fuentes, Ronnie Goodman, Art Hazelwood, Nancy Hom, Frances Jetter, Frank LaPena, John Leschak, Fernando Marti, Doug Minkler, Claude Moller, Malaquias Montoya, Nicholas Naughton, Mokhtar Paki, Patrick Piazza, Manuel Fernando Rios, Calixto Robles, Favianna Rodriguez, Jos Sances, Leon Sun, David Tomb and Luis M. Contreras, Mark Vallen and Imin Yeh.
A gallery reception will be held Dec. 15 at 6:30 p.m. in Gurley Hall Room 1232.
Gallery Hours are Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, contact Alex Kraft, interim gallery manager, at 505.863.7774, or akrafts01@unm.edu
Student Senate to Host Haunted House, Dance
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: October 27, 2011
The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup Student Senate will host a Halloween carnival, haunted house and dance on Friday, October 28.
The carnival and haunted house will be in Gurley Hall Commons and the basement from 3 to 6 p.m. The public is invited. There will be a costume contest for kids at 3 p.m. The carnival will feature games and baked goods for sale.
The dance will be held in the Commons from 8 p.m. to midnight. Cost is $3 without a costume, and free with a costume. There will be a costume contest during the dance.
Disability Awareness Month Presentation Set at 杏吧原创G
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: October 26, 2011
GALLUP— In recognition of October as Disability Awareness Month, 杏吧原创-Gallup’s Academic Advisement Department has scheduled three presentations for Friday, October 28, in Gurley Hall 1124.
The schedule is as follows:
9 a.m., San Juan Center for Independent Living;
10 a.m., New 杏吧原创 Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR)
11 a.m., Presentation about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
The public is invited.
For more information contact Zeke Garcia, director of Student Services, at 863.7508.
杏吧原创G Student Services and Technology Center Open for Business
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: October 26, 2011
Two hundred-plus visitors gathered in the bright October sunshine on the 21st to watch as a large red ribbon strung across the entrance was cut with enormous ceremonial scissors, signifying the official dedication of the 杏吧原创-Gallup Student Services and Technology Center.
Sylvia Andrew, executive director, welcomed visitors and introduced the speakers, which included Teresa Dowling, chair of the Local Board; Ken Easley, representing Flintco, the construction company that built the building; Patty Lundstrom, New 杏吧原创 state representative; Paul McCollum, one of the original founders of the college; and Mark Rohde of Rohde May Keller McNamara Architects of Albuquerque, who designed the building. After the ribbon cutting, visitors were taken on tours of the new facility conducted by Student Services personnel.
The building has been awarded a silver LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) award for its advanced environmental technology and features and is the first LEED-awarded building in Gallup-McKinley County.
Perhaps the most arresting architectural element of the structure is the extensive use of copper. Copper-clad walls, inside and out, provide a warm, earthy ambience that evokes the reddish hues of the nearby hills. Warm tones carried out in concrete panels on the interior walls and in a light hardwood floor also add to the restful atmosphere.
The building features smart classrooms, an outdoor amphitheater nestled in a microclimate created by concrete stairs and the glass front of the building, as well as environmentally controlled systems.
One of the most impressive design features is the extensive use of glass so that students and employees may feel the beneficial effects of the natural lighting. A steel mesh screen across the glass front of the building helps to mitigate the glare, as does a mesh screen constructed inside the glass.
The building also has a raised floor, with all registers and systems located beneath the floor for ease of maintenance.
Visitors were particularly impressed with the smart classroom with a 16-panel video screen that can show either 16 different images or one large one. On the day of the dedication, a trailer for the 3-D movie “Avatar” was showing in a continuous loop.
There are also several student lounge and study areas, as well as a long row of student computer stations, featuring both thin clients (reduced capacity computers that depend on a server to fulfill traditional computational roles), as well as stations for students to plug in. A gas fireplace on the lower level will be turned on during the winter months to enhance the comfort of the structure.
The Student Services and the Business Operations departments have already moved into the building; the Arts and Letters and Social Sciences faculty and some classes are due to relocate there in January.
杏吧原创 Extended U Plans Transfer Day Oct. 19
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: October 17, 2011
The 杏吧原创 Gallup Bachelor and Graduate Programs is hosting 杏吧原创 Transfer Day on Wednesday, Oct. 19. in the Gurley Hall Commons area from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
“This is a great opportunity to meet the program advisors from main campus,” said Ken Van Brott, Extended University manager. Van Brott said students are encouraged to visit the various departments and to talk about careers and programs. The application fee is usually waived for students who submit their applications at the transfer fair.
The following departments have confirmed their attendance:
Anderson School of Business
Engineering Student Services
Student Academic Choices
Air Force ROTC
Mechanical Engineering
Architecture and Planning
Arts and Sciences
Film and Digital Media
University College
American Indian Student Services
Psychology
Education
Communication and Journalism
University Studies
Physical Therapy
Accessibility Resources Center
National Security Studies
Career Services
1st Navajo Woman Surgeon to Give Talk
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: October 13, 2011
Lori Arviso Alvord, the first Navajo woman to be board certified as a surgeon, will present a brown bag lunch talk in the Calvin Hall Auditorium on Friday, Oct. 21, from noon to 1:30 p.m.
Alvord’s book, The Scalpel and the Silver Bear, has been selected as one of the 2011 Lobo Reading Program texts. It is an account of her struggle to unite traditional Navajo views of healing with western medicine, and especially surgery.
Alvord is currently associate dean of Student and Multicultural Affairs at Dartmouth Medical School in New Hampshire. A member of the Navajo Tribe, she was born to the Tsinnajinné clan (Ponderosa Pine), and born for the Ashihii' Diné (Salt People) clan.
Alvord, a native of Gallup, was trained as a surgeon at Stanford University. Upon returning to New 杏吧原创 to work among the Navajo, she says that “although I was a good surgeon, I was not always a good healer. I went back to the healers of my tribe to learn what a surgical residency could not teach me. From them I have heard a resounding message: Everything in life is connected. Learn to understand the bonds between humans, spirit and nature. Realize that our illness and our healing alike come from maintaining strong and healthy relationships in every aspect of our lives.”
Alvord learned through working with her Navajo patients that modern medicine could not restore the missing harmony. Diné healers use singing, symbols and ceremonies and work with family and neighbors in the healing. The ceremonies provide psychological and spiritual comfort that help prepare patients for experiences in modern medicine such as surgery or chemotherapy. Alvord believes the Native healing practices help promote recovery after these procedures.
Her book, published in 1999, was published by Bantam and is available in the 杏吧原创-Gallup Bookstore. The event is free and the public is invited.
杏吧原创G Prof to Reveal Woman Behind Little Women G
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: October 5, 2011
GALLUP - For many decades after Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women was published in 1868, it and several successive Alcott novels were at the top of most young girls’ reading lists. Times have changed, however, and Alcott, though still read, is not as well known among young readers as she was even as late as the Sixties and Seventies.
Gloria Dyc, 杏吧原创 Regents Professor in English and a professor at 杏吧原创-Gallup, is lending her support to a nationwide project to introduce Alcott to a new generation. She’s participating in a library outreach program sponsored by the National Endowment for the Humanities, the American Library Association and the Nancy Porter and Harriet Reisen for Filmmakers Collaborative that aims to acquaint the public with “Louisa May Alcott: The Woman Behind Little Women. ” This program is being presented at 30 libraries nationwide, including the Octavia Fellin Library in Gallup.
Dyc’s part as program scholar will be to play Alcott on Tuesday, Oct. 11, at 7 p.m. in the library.
“I’m going to do a Chatauqua,” said Dyc, referring to the famed Chatauqua Institution, a seasonal program from Chatauqua, N.Y., that offers a mix of fine and performing arts, lectures, interfaith worship and programs and recreational activities. Dyc said she will dress in clothes approximating those worn by women in the Civil War era, and will quote Alcott and give commentary as if she were the author.
“I hadn’t read Little Women for years, but I read it again along with Little Men,” she said. “I’m doing some research on women’s suffrage and human rights at the start of the Civil War period and the period that stretched beyond abolition of slavery.” Alcott was notable not only for her writing, but for her early support of women’s rights and abolition. Dyc also reread Henry David Thoreau’s Walden as well as the work of Ralph Waldo Emerson. Both writers were friends of Alcott’s famous father, Amos Bronson Alcott, a teacher, philosopher, writer and reformer, and were important in forming her education and her writing career. “I hadn’t read Thoreau and Emerson since college, but I found I was still close to them in philosophy, and I’ll be working on some of their ideas,” Dyc said.
Dyc said in her talk she will not only be focusing on Alcott, but also the period she lived in.
The Octavia Fellin Public Library was one of 30 libraries nationwide selected to present the Alcott program, which will also include “Spend a Day in the 1860s,” on Saturday, Oct. 22, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. There will be Civil War re-enactors, games, candle making, music, quilting, period dress, discussion soiree, films, dance, refreshments, and a presentation on the Battle of Glorieta Pass. The library event is being presented in partnership with the Crownpoint Historical Commission, the Gallup Branch and the Zuni Tribal Library. There will also be programs presented in Navajo and Zuni.
Students Elect New Officers
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: October 5, 2011
The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup Student Senate has elected a new slate of officers for 2011-12.
Elected were: Brandon Leekela, president; Elvin Toddy, vice president; Shereen Begay, secretary; Sandra Begay, treasurer; LeArdian Begay, senator; Luis Vinson Fabela, senator; Felicia Begay, senator; Terrence Yazza Perry, senator; and John White, senator.
The Student Senate acts as a forum for student concerns and interfaces with staff, faculty and administration regarding these issues. The group also puts on student events, manages student body financial affairs and charters on-campus student groups.
Current clubs on campus are AISES (American Indian engineering society), Ancient Ceramics Club, Architecture Club, Auto Club, Cinema Club, Cosmetology and Barber Club, Friends of the Library, German Club, Graphic Arts Group, InterVarsity Christian Fellowship Club, Literature Club, Student Nursing Club and 杏吧原创G Veterans Association.
Dedication of 杏吧原创Gs New Student Services & Technology Center Oct. 21
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: October 7, 2011
The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup will host a dedication of its new Student Services and Technology Center on Friday, October 21, at 2 p.m. in front of the building.
We’re thrilled with this beautiful addition to the campus,” said Sylvia Andrew, executive director of 杏吧原创G. “The design is impressive, and unlike anything we’ve seen in Gallup till now. The fact that we are LEED certified and therefore adhering to sound environmental building principles only adds to the appeal of the structure. Additionally, the technology in the classrooms is state of the art and will greatly enhance the way we deliver instruction.”
Officials from 杏吧原创-Gallup, the University of New 杏吧原创, Rohde May Keller McNamara architectural design, contractor Flintco of Tulsa, the Navajo Nation, the Pueblo of Zuni, the city, the county, and other friends of 杏吧原创G will be on hand for the brief ceremony and tours of the new building. The public is invited.
“We are grateful that the voters of this area approved the bond money to help us meet the needs of our students through this project,” Andrew said. “We hope the entire community will join us in celebrating the dedication of this stunning new facility.”
Work of Ceramic Artist On View at Ingham Chapman
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: October 10, 2011
The work of ceramic artist Lindsay Oesterritter of Bowling Green, Ky., will be on display through Nov. 3 in a show called “Exaggerated Line” in the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup’s Ingham Chapman Gallery.
The patterns and surfaces in my work directly relate to the characteristics of worn industrial materials and structures,” Oesterritter, an assistant professor of ceramics at Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, says of her work.” My interest is not in the industrial objects themselves as much as it is in their mechanical patterning with the additional wearing through natural circumstance.”
She has an MFA from Utah State University in Logan, Utah, and a Master of Arts degree from University of Louisville, Ky.
She was the 2010 Visiting Artist at the Ohio University Wood Fire Symposium in Athens, and Visiting Artist at the University of Louisville, where she gave demonstrations and lectures and fired a man-bi-gama kiln.
“I fire a wood kiln, using the atmospheric firing as well as impressed texture on the form to explore the depth and variation that is derived from the qualities of erosion and wear found in the materials I look to for inspiration,” she says. “The varied dry, dark surface from this type of firing also connects to my personal sensibility. I enjoy the quiet nature of such a dry, dark surface, creating subtle variations that are not immediately noticed. I am a potter because I want to participate within these distinctive and fascinating details contributing to the routine subtle progression of the day.”
An artist’s reception is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 20, at 6:30 p.m. in Gurley Hall Room 1124.
Gallery hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
For more information contact Alex Kraft, interim gallery manager, at 863-7774.
September 2011
- September 8 - Screenwriter/杏吧原创G Faculty Wins Award
- September 13 - Student Senate Elections Set for Sept. 22; Candidates Sought
- September 14 - CDL, Heavy Equipment Students Graduate with Skills for a New Life
- September 15 - Zeke Garcia Named 杏吧原创G Director of Student Services
- September 15 - 杏吧原创G Has New Bookstore Manager
- September 16 - 杏吧原创G Fall Enrollment: 1.82% Less Than 2010
- September 20 - Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Chapter Coming to Campus
- September 23 - Artist to Give Lecture at 杏吧原创G
- September 26 - Winners of the Student Senate Election Give-aways
Screenwriter/杏吧原创G Faculty Wins Award
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: September 7, 2011
New Mexican screenwriter and University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup faculty Pamela Stovall recently won the 2011 Moondance Spirit Award in the Feature Screenplays category for her script “The Perfect Cut.” Names of award winners were announced Aug. 22.
Stovall said she’s honored that her feature-length script did so well. “I’m thrilled. It’s incredible to win this prestigious award. I’m very happy with the script. I’m glad the Moodance Film Festival thought so too.”
Stovall said “The Perfect Cut” is about a street-smart teenage girl who inserts herself into the path of a lifelong jewel thief who is on the run after her diamond heist goes mysteriously wrong. The two find themselves on a journey that is a race against their shared past, the law, and a ruthless bounty hunter closing in for the kill.
“The script started as a short script. And as a short it won awards in every contest I entered it in. Then a friend read the short and said, ‘Pamela, this could make an incredible feature-length script.’ I realized he was right and I spent the next two years doing just that.
“I’m currently looking for a director or producer who can appreciate the script and become as excited as I am about the project. The script is based in the Southwest. It would be fantastic to find someone in the state interested in working together with me to help make this a successful movie.”
Stovall has won other awards for both scripts and short stories. She is also the author of three published books and is currently working on several new projects. The Moondance International Film Festival will be held in Boulder, Colo., Sept. 16-18. Awards will be presented Sunday, Sept. 18, at the Awards Ceremony and Reception. Stovall plans to attend to collect her first place prize.
Stovall lives in Jamestown, N.M., and is a professor of Communication and Journalism at the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup.
Student Senate Elections Set for Sept. 22; Candidates Sought
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: September 13, 2011
Students at 杏吧原创-Gallup are invited to run for a Student Senate office for the 2011-2012 college year.
The benefits of being elected a student senator include learning leadership skills, communication skills, representing other students, making friends, networking, and traveling to a national conference to meet other senators.
Applications are available at the Information Desk in Gurley Hall. All applications should be turned in to Student Senate sponsor Samir Wahid by Sept. 15 at 5 p.m. Elections will be Thursday, Sept. 22, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Free prizes and refreshments will be available after voting.
For more information, contact Student Senate sponsor Samir Wahid, 505.863.7622.
CDL, Heavy Equipment Students Graduate with Skills for a New Life
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: September 14, 2011
In a time of great uncertainty about the job market, the Navajo Nation and the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup have found a means of giving hope to jobseekers through a unique regional partnership. Thirty students recently completed their course of study for Heavy Equipment and Commercial Driver License, or CDL, and 29 of those have received their certificates and now have skills that may give them an edge in the current job market.
Most of those 29 were on hand recently for a graduation ceremony at Lions Hall on the 杏吧原创G campus, where touching testimonials and hearty congratulations were the order of the morning. Guest speakers from the Navajo Nation and 杏吧原创G gave words of encouragement, while instructors praised the graduates for their perseverance over the 20 weeks of instruction.
The classes are the result of a memo of understanding that was negotiated between the Navajo Nation and 杏吧原创G. Sonny Moore, training specialist, is the principal investigator for the Navajo Nation grant that sustains this program. The funds underwrite the students’ living expenses and overnight travel, as well as the instructors’ pay and the cost of renting equipment for the classes.
THE CDL program has been in progress for two years, while the Heavy Equipment course was launched this year, with the first class starting this past spring.
“It took a couple of years of negotiating,” Moore said. “The CDL/Heavy Equipment training course is the first of its kind in this area.”
Moore said that conducting the courses as a cohort – that is, with the same students working through the training with the two instructors, while students get to know and support one another – appears to have enormous impact on the students’ success.
“They’ve created an environment beneficial to learning,” Moore said. “When you know your instructor cares about you, and that he wants you to learn and succeed without creating undue pressure, it contributes to the students doing as well as they did. This is especially important since many of these students hadn’t been in a classroom in years.”
On the day of graduation, the students shared some of those same concerns.
Judith Woods, the only woman participating in the Heavy Equipment course, had nothing but praise for her male classmates, saying that despite being nervous at being the only woman, she found “the guys” supportive of her efforts. Woods would regularly ask the instructors for permission to practice on the equipment prior to the start of class, so that she could perfect her techniques on the Skytrak forklift, excavator, scraper, and the motor grader. Her extra efforts paid off; she was awarded certificates for the Top Rookie on the forklift, excavator, scraper, and the motor grader. Top Rookie status means she was the most skilled on each particular piece of equipment. Woods also received the All Around Top Gun award for being the person who earned the most certificates on equipment. Further, she was the first female to be awarded a heavy equipment certificate.
Many of the graduating students talked about their difficulty in adjusting to the regimen of a classroom.
“We’re taking a person who’s been out of work, looking for a job – in many cases they are single parents. To help them be successful, we have to help them in their soft skills,” Moore said. “By that I mean teaching self-confidence, human relations, personal finances, workforce readiness and a mixture of cultural teaching. In many cases, these students have lost touch with who they are, and we have to build them up again to prepare them to regain entry into the workforce.”
The next step for the graduates is, the organizers hope, employment. For the graduates of the CDL class, close to 100 percent already have jobs, Moore said, while six students out of the 14 in the Heavy Equipment course also have jobs.
To help improve their odds of getting a job, Moore has a placement officer written into the MOU. This individual assists with resumés and cover letters, and connects graduates with potential employers.
“We have it in our contract that we’re supposed to reach 50 percent placement,” Moore said, “but we’re going to try for 100 percent.”
Guest speakers at the ceremony were the following: Ferlin Clark, executive staff for the vice president of the Navajo Nation; Neal Mangham, dean of instruction at 杏吧原创G; Clara Chichirello, Fort Defiance Agency Work Force manager; and Esther Yazzie, Fort Defiance Employment assistant officer.
Instructors who participated in the ceremony were Jimmy Gonzales, owner of Gallup CDL Training, and Miguel Cantu, CDL field instructor and David Lopez, CDL classroom; and Heavy Equipment instructors Jim Hicks and Gary Fastwolf.
Students who received certificates were as follows:
Heavy Equipment: Dean Anderson and Judith Woods.
CDL: Jonah Barney, Andrew Begay, Carnell Begay, Ernestine Begay, Emerick Gruber, Phillip Henio, Leon Hunter, Oscar Largo, Charles Naha, Gordon Phillips, Sheridan Saunders, Darren Tahe, Alton Tsosie, Willie Ryan and Tyndra Thomas.
CDL and Heavy Equipment: Rydell Anderson, Verdell Begay, David O. Bill, Barlyn D. Bitsoi, Daven J. Charley, Emerson Curtis, Henry Francisco, Waylon Jesus, Shawn Manuelito, Lorenzo McCade, Malcolm Tsosie, Larry Whitney and Montie Wilson.
The next classes, in both CDL and Heavy Equipment, are being planned for October and will be announced. As Moore explained, it is likely they will fill up quickly, as word about these trainings spreads. He said he hopes to also work on a similar agreement with the Pueblo of Zuni in the future.
Zeke Garcia Named 杏吧原创G Director of Student Services
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: September 15, 2011
Zeke Garcia, former interim director of Student Services at the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup, was named the permanent director, effective Sept. 6. Garcia came to Gallup as interim March 4.
The former dean of special programs at San Jose City College in California, Garcia was responsible for a wide range of duties within Student Services, including responsibilities for leadership, strategic planning and implementation of the matriculation plan. He was also involved in the honors program, new student orientations, the disabled students program, handling grievances, recruitment, graduation and a new student enrollment management system.
Garcia has a Master’s of Arts Degree in Counselor Education and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Behavioral Science, both from San Jose State University.
He has also been active in California as a community volunteer, working with the American GI Forum on various veteran projects and the scholarship committee; the Kiwanis Key Club, Kid Save International, and as a coach for various sports including flag football, baseball and soccer.
“My goal is to enhance our delivery of services to students,” he says. He also hopes to create a position for a student life advisor at 杏吧原创G to help provide a richer campus experience for 杏吧原创G students, and to bring the Phi Beta Kappa honor society to 杏吧原创G.
杏吧原创G Has New Bookstore Manager
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: September 15, 2011
The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup has announced the hiring of a new bookstore manager. She is Rose Adakai, former manager of the now closed Waldenbooks at Rio West Mall.
Adakai, who managed Waldenbooks for nine years, will officially take over the reins of the 杏吧原创G College Store, as it will now be known, on Sept. 19. The store has undergone a thorough facelift and renovation, with new glass storefront, carpet, tile and shelving, as well as a new design that allows for better viewing of the merchandise and books. A snack bar has also been added.
Adakai says that at Waldenbooks, she was able to greatly excel her company’s expectations for sales in this region by innovative outreach to schools, the Navajo Nation, and other governmental entities from Ramah to McKinley County to Chinle.
She says that throughout her career, “I’ve been driven to do more in the retail world.” She believes she can use her strengths in budgeting, retail and community outreach to make the 杏吧原创G College Store profitable and a valuable asset, not only to students but to the 杏吧原创G community and the community at large.
Although she’ll be working at first with the 杏吧原创 campus bookstore administrators to ramp up her knowledge of 杏吧原创 policy and bookstores in higher education, she will also be planning how to make the 杏吧原创G College Bookstore a true community resource. She says she’ll be in contact with her former customers and encourage them to help her find ways to fulfill local readers’ needs at the campus store.
“We are looking forward to having Ms. Adakai join 杏吧原创 Gallup,” said Sylvia Andrew, executive director. “I was impressed with her strong record of accountability, initiative, and innovative ideas that resulted in increased revenues for the bookstore. During her time at Waldenbooks, she developed a strong team that worked collaboratively to provide consistent quality customer service.”
杏吧原创G Fall Enrollment: 1.82% Less Than 2010
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: September 16, 2011
The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup has released its official enrollment figures for the fall semester.
Headcount is 2,981, for a decline of 1.82 percent or 55 persons from fall of 2010, when 3,026 persons were enrolled. Student credit hours are likewise down with a total of 28,372. The total for fall 2010 was29,472, for a change of 1,100, or 3.73 percent less than last year at this time.
The third Fridays of the fall and spring semesters are the official census dates for reporting enrollment.
The college reported 472 classes in session for fall 2010.
Institutions of higher learning in New 杏吧原创 have had to cope with significant budget cuts over the last two years, with 杏吧原创-Gallup experiencing cuts totaling $2 million. As Executive Director Sylvia Andrew explained, one way the college has had to deal with the decline in revenues is to cancel some elective classes.
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Chapter Coming to Campus
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: September 20, 2011
A chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, a prestigious national honor society for community college students, is being formed at the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup. The chapter will be known as Beta Tau Psi. Students who have a 3.5 grade average will soon be receiving a letter of invitation to join.
“We will be actively recruiting,” said Zeke Garcia, Student Services director, adding that he also will be recruiting a faculty member to be a sponsor.
Students who become members in the honor society serve as role models for high achievement among their peers. They also have an opportunity to train for leadership roles, and to meet other club members at conferences. Students who join will also help with fund raisers for the chapter.
Artist to Give Lecture at 杏吧原创G
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: September 23, 2011
Ken Roberts, professor of art and art history at 杏吧原创-Gallup, will give a lecture on Tuesday, Sept. 27, in Gurley Hall 1124 at 6:30 p.m. on his current exhibition at the Ingham Chapman Gallery, "Ken Roberts, 1988 to 2011." The exhibition includes a range of work completed over the past 22 years in New 杏吧原创, and is on view through Sept. 29. There will be a reception in the gallery after the lecture.
Roberts has a B.A. from Manchester Polytechnic UK, an M.A. from Birmingham Polytechnic UK and an MFA from the University of New 杏吧原创. He has taught at 杏吧原创-Gallup since 1993.
For more information contact gallery manager Alex Kraft at 863-7774 or 863-7562.
Winners of the Student Senate Election Give-aways
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: September 26, 2011
10 Messenger bags
1. Justin Bahe
2. Talona Nez
3. Lorey D
4. Edwin Toadlena
5. Tiffany Toledo
6. Grey
7. Colleen Fransico
8. Jermane Mastas
9. Dwight Burbank
10. Branda Marquez
10 Red Cups
1. Kim Longhair
2. Mary Daniels
3. Derrell Delgarito
4. Lorina Williamy
5. Brady John
6. Josh Sandova
7. Christian Baton
8. Mikkicee Manning
9. Wacey Begay
10. Desire Byrum
10 Stationery/Highlighter Sets
1. Latasha Silver
2. Sandra Begay
3. Dakota Singer
4. Shilo Tsosie
5. Shannon Sanchez
6. Daulucas Jose
7. Shelton House
8. Jaylene Begay
9. Virginia Johnson
10. Michael Notah
2 杏吧原创 Planners
1. Carl Adams
2. Kevin Begay
August 2011
- August 1 - Flag Flown at Halfmast for Nursing Student
- August 23 - Art Faculty Ken Roberts' Work on View
- August 24 - 杏吧原创G's Literary Magazine, Red Mesa Review, Published
- August 25 - Johnson Foundation Awarding $20K in Scholarships
- August 30 - 杏吧原创 Has New Interim Gallery Manager
- August 31 - 杏吧原创G's Old-style Bookstore Gives Way to a More Spacious College Store
Flag Flown at Halfmast for Nursing Student
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: August 1, 2011
Faculty, staff and students were present for a brief ceremony early on Aug. 1 in front of Gurley Hall to honor Nursing student Christina Joe, killed in a traffic accident on I-40 on July 23.
Auto Tech Faculty Jeff Davis gave the invocation, while members of the 杏吧原创-Gallup Collegiate Veterans Association lowered the flag to fly at half mast for the day in honor of Joe, who was a member of the National Guard. Nick Brokeshoulder and Eddie Crank of the Cedar Lodge Singers sang the Honor Song.
Art Faculty Ken Roberts' Work on View
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: August 23, 2011
The exhibition "Ken Roberts, 1988 to 2011," which includes a range of work completed over the past 22 years in New 杏吧原创, is on view through Sept. 29 at the Ingham Chapman Gallery at the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup. Roberts is a professor of art and art history at 杏吧原创-Gallup.
Roberts has a B.A. from Manchester Polytechnic UK, an M.A. from Birmingham Polytechnic UK and an MFA from the University of New 杏吧原创. He has taught at 杏吧原创-Gallup since 1993. His other teaching experience includes positions as Lecturer at Southport College of Art and Design UK, Visiting Lecturer at the University of South Dakota, Visiting Professor and guest lecturer at the Institute of American Indian Arts, and N.E.A. artist-in-residence and director of Stone Lithography and Plate Lithography workshops for Albuquerque Public Schools.
He has had one-person exhibitions in a number of galleries, including the Grundy Public Art Gallery in Blackpool, Lancashire, England; the University of Arkansas; Conlon/Moreno gallery in Santa Fe; the Calnan Gallery in Albuquerque; Mesa State College Gallery in Grand Junction; and Crashing Thunder Art Gallery in Gallup. His work has been shown in many group shows, including, among others, the University of Liverpool; National Exhibition of Modern British Prints; Kimo Gallery, Albuquerque; Albuquerque Fine Arts Gallery; University of New 杏吧原创 Art Museum M.F.A. Centennial Show; New 杏吧原创 State University; St. John's University, New York; Nicolet College, Wisc., and Bradley University, Illinois.
His work is included in many collections, including the University of Liverpool, and the private collections of Emmi Whitehorse and Dirk De Bruycker.
Among his awards and projects are the following: Fulbright Exchange Lecturer, 1983-84; NEA Artist in Residence to Albuquerque Public Schools and a project grant for "Co-teaching Art History and Language." He has also given a number of lectures and presentations at 杏吧原创-Gallup, Southport College, England; Institute of American Indian Arts; University of South Dakota; and various local galleries.
The artist will give a public lecture on Tuesday, Sept. 27, at 6:30 p.m. in Gurley Hall, 杏吧原创 Gallup Campus. The public is invited. A reception will follow in the gallery.
The exhibition is open to the public. For more information, contact interim Gallery Manager Alex Kraft, 863-7774.
杏吧原创G's Literary Magazine, Red Mesa Review, Published
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: August 24, 2011
The 15th volume of the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup’s literary magazine, Red Mesa Review, is now available on campus.
RMR is a 1999 and 2006 winner of awards from the national Community College Humanities Association. Stories and poems in the magazine have a mainly Southwestern focus.
Cover design and layout were by 杏吧原创G student Hermanda Yazzie, while Design and Digital Media students Tiffany Charlie, Patricia Cachini and Amber Beach were co-designers. DDM Assistant Professor Chad Adelhardt was the art director.
Faculty contributors include Jocelyne Klasen, Jim Sayers, Joe Kee and Florentin Smarandache. Students featured include Ric Laselute, Velmatonie Ruane, Victoria Charley, Joshua Yazzie-McLane, Jenny Hoffman and Layla Ismail.
Free copies are available in the Arts and Letters area, second floor Gurley Hall, in the Public Relations Office (Room 1107), and around campus. The deadline for the next issue will be in December of 2011.
For more information contact: Gloria Dyc, professor and chair of the Editorial Board, 863-7566.
Johnson Foundation Awarding $20K in Scholarships
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: August 25, 2011
The Johnson Scholarship Foundation has announced the award of $20,000 in scholarships for the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup’s Entrepreneurship program for the 2010/2011 academic year. The awards will be divided in half, with $10,000 to be awarded this fall and $10,000 in the spring.
Al Henderson, instructor of the Entrepreneurship program, said the funds will be available for scholarship applicants this fall even though the semester has already started.
The maximum amount to be awarded to each student will be limited to $2500 for the academic year. Funds are to be used to provide scholarships only for students pursuing certificates or degrees in Entrepreneurship, Business Administration or Management-related fields of study.
The scholarship funds provided under this program are available only to qualified Native American students with a grade point average of at least 2.0. No 杏吧原创-Gallup employees or employees of affiliated institutions will be entitled to receive awards.
Students wishing to inquire as to whether they are eligible for financial aid may contact the Financial Aid office at 863-7663. For information about how to apply for the Johnson Foundation scholarship, contact Al Henderson at 863-7634.
杏吧原创 Has New Interim Gallery Manager
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: August 30, 2011
Alex Kraft has joined the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup as interim manager of the Ingham Chapman Gallery and visiting assistant professor of fine arts - ceramics. She has taken up the duties of John Zimmerman, art faculty and gallery manager, while he is away for an artist in residence program in Houston.
Kraft comes to 杏吧原创G from Roswell where she was an artist in residence during 2008-09. She taught art in the Arts Connect! Program for local public schools and taught community clay classes at the Roswell Museum and Art Center for two years after that.
Kraft, a native of Tucson, has an MFA from the University of Montana, and an undergraduate degree from Northern Arizona University.
She has also been an artist in residence at the following institutions: Archie Bray Foundation in Helena, Mt., Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts in Gatlinburg, Tenn., Clay Studio of Missoula, Watershed Center for Ceramic Arts in Newcastle, Maine, and Red Lodge Clay Studio, Montana. She has also shown in her work in numerous juried shows and given lectures and workshops nationwide.
Kraft, who teaches three classes in ceramics and one in drawing, will have a show of her own work in spring at 杏吧原创G. She currently has an exhibition of her work at East Central College in Union, MO, called “A Conversation in Craft.”
As to her own work, Kraft employs “layered oxidation glaze firings from mid range temperatures through non-fired surfaces,” according to her artist’s statement. “I have developed a brightly colored, multi-surfaced glaze palette that unifies the formal qualities of my work with its content. Concepts relating to the internal are also evident in my two-dimensional and mixed media works.
“I am interested in using the viscera and bodily systems as a departure point for imagined life forms and their environments,” she also writes. For more information about the gallery or the ceramics program at 杏吧原创G, contact Kraft at 863-7774.
杏吧原创G's Old-style Bookstore Gives Way to a More Spacious College Store
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: August 31, 2011
The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup opened the fall semester with a new, improved bookstore – or college store, as such spaces are increasingly being called in institutions of higher education.
“We’ve done a full, internal renovation,” said John Dillander, architectural associate with the University of New 杏吧原创, and the staff member who led the project. “There is a redesign of how the space is laid out, designed according to the National Association of College Stores, with the help of Melanie Sparks of the main campus bookstore.”
As customers will note, the store looks much larger, although the square footage has remained the same. Creating a glass front with glass doors helped increase the sense of spaciousness, while providing for better security. The new tile and carpet provide for a less institutional atmosphere and make the store seem more like a retail space.
“It’s warmer and more inviting than it was before,” Dillander said. The slat-style wall replaces the old pegboard, which further boosts the retail appeal of the space.
Dillander called the layout of the former store “old style” and says the new version provides for a better flow of traffic, where shoppers can more easily see books and other merchandise they might need. The open floor “helps with visual perceptions,” he says, adding “That’s the trend for today’s college stores.”
Another trend is “to provide a sense of ownership, where students can sit and snack and hang out.” The new seating area, with drinks, snacks and tables, gives the store more of a café ambience, and allows students to relax and visit.
The new thinking about college stores is that they are more than providers of textbooks to students.
“They serve a community,” Dillander said. Because of that, the stores offer items that appeal not only to students but to anyone who might be on campus, such as staff, faculty and commuters. For instance, the members of that on-campus community might be drawn to the college brand items, such as clothing, toys, mugs and the like. Or perhaps, they might be in the market for some office supplies or toothpaste or a headache remedy. These days, 杏吧原创G’s college store will have it all.
“The changes seem to be working really well,” said Lindsay Comer, receiving clerk. “It looks and feels more like a college store, and our sales are good. The clothing items are selling well. The snack bar area is being well received.” The college has already conducted interviews for a permanent bookstore manager and administrators are hoping that a hire will be announced in the coming weeks.
Bookstore hours are currently 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. For more information, call 863-7505.
July 2011
- July 20 - New Student Orientation
- July 25 - Fall Registration
- July 26 - 杏吧原创G Middle College High School Achieves AYP
杏吧原创G Middle College High School Achieves AYP
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: July 26, 2011
The Middle College High School, a partner of the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup, was recently notified by the State of New 杏吧原创 Public Education Department that it had been awarded Adequate Yearly Progress status for the third year in a row.
According to the NMPED, only 13 percent of the 831 public schools in New 杏吧原创 achieved AYP. The designation is set as a goal for public schools under the No Child Left Behind Act.
New 杏吧原创 schools are evaluated according to state testing mandates 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.
“I would like to thank the faculty and staff of 杏吧原创-Gallup for helping MCHS achieve AYP for the third year in a row,” said Wally Feldman, principal of MCHS. “We would also like to recognize the outstanding teaching staff at MCHS.”
Middle College High School students, who are admitted by a lottery system, may graduate with a high school diploma as well as an Associate’s Degree. This past May, one-third of the 2011 MCHS graduates did so.
Fall Registration
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: July 25, 2011
Registration for the fall semester at the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup is under way, with classes starting August 22.
Potential students interested in financial aid should visit the college in person and talk to an advisor prior to registering. New students must also visit with an academic advisor prior to registering.
New students are advised to get in their applications for admission by August 12 to avoid a late fee.
For more information, contact the Registration Department at 505.863.7524 or email reg@gallup.unm.edu.
New Student Orientation
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: July 20, 2011
GALLUP - Saturday, July 20: CALVIN HALL 248 – AUDITORIUM (Presenter: Wyatt Stiger), 9 a.m. to noon.
Wednesday, August 3, Calvin Hall 248 -- Auditorium (Presenter: Wyatt Stiger), 1-4 p.m.
Sign up in Student Services (in person) Gurley Hall 1134 or with Academic Advisor or by phone at 505.863.7660.
Zuni Campus: Tuesday, August 2, 1-4 p.m. Presenter: Laura Leekela. Sign up in person on Zuni campus or by phone, 505.782.6020 or Monica Wyaco, 505.782.6010.
June 2011
Parking Permits on the Way for 杏吧原创G
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: June 30, 2011
GALLUP - Parking permits are on the way for faculty, staff and students at the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup.
"The permits are here and the registration cards have been ordered," said Interim Director of Student Services Zeke Garcia, adding that the new parking rules will be in place for the fall semester, which starts August 22.
The parking permits are just one phase of an effort by administration to provide better security on campus. They will facilitate citation enforcement for a variety of infractions, from parking in handicapped spaces to parking anywhere other than designated spaces.
The impetus behind the parking permits was the Clery Act, said Garcia. The Federal Government passed the act, also known as the Campus Security Act, in 1986 in response to the death of a student named Jeanne Clery in a college dorm. The act requires colleges and universities across the United States to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses.
"Part of complying with this legislation is regulating parking so that we know who's on campus," Garcia said.
The parking permit system was recommended by a 2009 study that projected campus growth and that also addressed issues of emergency and disaster planning.
Visitor parking spaces will be designated in certain areas of the parking lots, and visitors may obtain one-day passes.
For now, the parking permits will be free for university employees and students, although that may change next year.
May 2011
- May 3 - Navajo Nation Diabetes Project Sponsor Spring Health Fair
- May 12 - A. Neal Mangham Named Dean at 杏吧原创G
- May 23 - 500 S. 1st St., Construction Tech's Long-time 'Classroom,' For Sale
- May 27 - 杏吧原创G Vets Group Plans 4th Annual Benefits Supermarket
Navajo Nation Diabetes Project Sponsor Spring Health Fair
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: May 3, 2011
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup and the Navajo Nation Special Diabetes Project-Gallup are sponsoring a Spring Health Fair, which will include a health screening and diabetes education, as well as nutrition education on Friday, May 6, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the 杏吧原创-Gallup Gym.
Also on the schedule are a Zumba exercise at noon by Judy Starkovich and a 2-mile fun run at 1 p.m. on the 杏吧原创G track.
Incentives will be awarded, and all events are free. For more information call Cynthia or Judy at (505)863-7589, or Darlene at (505)905-1300.
A. Neal Mangham Named Dean at 杏吧原创G
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: May 12, 2011
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GALLUP - A. Neal Mangham of Prescott, Ariz., has been named interim dean of instruction at the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup. He is a former president and chief executive officer of Prescott College in Prescott.
Mangham, who has a Ph.D. in history from Rice University, was one of four retired higher education administrators who interviewed for the position during a special two-day visit to the campus under the auspices of the Registry for College and University Presidents, an association of former presidents and high level administrators. The candidates participated in interviews with key campus personnel, toured the campus and even consulted with each other about who among them was likely the best candidate.
Mangham emerged not only as the Dean's Search Committee's first choice, but also the choice of the Registry members themselves.
"It was a very collegial process, where we tried to find the best fit for us, and where the candidates tried to find the best fit," said Sylvia Andrew, executive director. "At the end of the day, there seemed to be a consensus that Dr. Mangham was the right one for us."
Mangham will be taking over the reins on June 1 from another interim, Jeannie Monaghan, a long-time faculty member at 杏吧原创G who is retiring as of June 30. He will serve as interim for at least two years, and possibly as many as three. Prior to his departure, the college will launch another search for a permanent dean of instruction.
Most recently, Mangham has been a consultant for entities as disparate as the U.S. Air Force Academy, the Ministry of Power and Water in Afghanistan and New 杏吧原创 State University, as well as Native American governments and education institutions in New 杏吧原创 and Arizona. Prior to his work as a consultant, he was chief of party for the Afghanistan Higher Education Project, Academy for Educational Development, in Kabul, Afghanistan, and president of Al Ain Colleges of the Higher Colleges of Technology, UAE.
He also served as president of the School for International Training in Brattleboro, Vt., and executive director of University of Redlands, Redlands, Calif.
Further, he has served as a member of numerous research and professional boards both in the United States and abroad.
“Dr. Mangham is ready to accept the challenge,” Andrew said. “He wants to be here, and brings a wealth of experience with academic and vocational programs with him. We are looking forward to his arrival as we embark on numerous initiatives, including reorganization of our campus structure.”
“The University of New 杏吧原创 at Gallup is a community based institution that strives to meet the current and future needs of its diverse student body, the region it serves, and of the State of New 杏吧原创,” Mangham said. “Playing a role in the next steps in the development of the institution is an opportunity to which I look forward. Gallup is a community I value in a region I love and it is an honor to be selected. I look forward to working with Dr. Andrew, the faculty and staff of the college, and especially with the students of 杏吧原创-Gallup.”
500 S. 1st St., Construction Tech's Long-time 'Classroom,' For Sale
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FOR RELEASE: May 23, 2011
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GALLUP - It was donated to the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup Construction Tech program in 1991, and through the years, the house at 500 S. First St. has served as the training ground for dozens of students learning the building trades. Now in its last days as a classroom, the house is undergoing the finishing touches that will make it market-ready.
Instructor Chris Chavez, who calls the 1800-square-foot house his "favorite classroom," has been teaching students the craft of building houses from the ground up at the First Street location for two decades. When he first started working on the 100-year-old house, donated to the program by Sunwest Bank, he discovered a foundation poured between some ancient narrow-gauge railroad rails and a structure in such bad shape that it was ready either to be demolished or remodeled. The first class to work on the house took it down to the studs.
Over the years, one class after another has had its turn at transforming the house. A new foundation was poured by the Foundation class. They were followed by the Layout and Reframing class, then the Interior and Exterior Finish class, the Rammed Earth Adobe class, the Plumbing class, the Electrical class, the Roofing and Siding class, the Block Construction class and the Concrete class.
The three-bedroom, two-bathroom house has been taped, textured and painted and has new kitchen cabinets built by a high school cabinet-making class. The floors have carpet throughout, with tile in the bathroom and laminate in the kitchen. There is new plumbing and electrical wiring. The house has stucco outside and adobe walls inside. In addition to the bedrooms, there is a small upstairs space suitable for an office.
It's essentially a brand new house, now waiting for an occupant.
杏吧原创G Vets Group Plans 4th Annual Benefits Supermarket
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: May 27, 2011
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup Collegiate Veterans Association will sponsor its Fourth Annual Supermarket of Veterans' Benefits on Friday, June 17, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in Calvin Hall Auditorium.
For more information call the New 杏吧原创 Department of Veterans' Services at 505.722.9621 and 杏吧原创-Gallup Collegiate Veterans Association at 505.409.6920.
April 2011
- April 4 - ‘It’s 杏吧原创 Time’: First Entrepreneur Expo
- April 6 - Deadline Extended for NSF ‘Roads to Achieving a Degree in Science’ Application
- April 7 - 杏吧原创 Sets Four Corners Education Conference
- April 12 - Registration Starts April 18
- April 14 - New Board Member Sworn In
- April 22 - Intercultural Day Due at 杏吧原创G
- April 26 - 杏吧原创 to Promote BBA Degree on Campus
- April 28 - 杏吧原创G Summer Kids' College Set
‘It’s 杏吧原创 Time’: First Entrepreneur Expo
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FOR RELEASE: April 4, 2011
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High school and college students, as well as community members were all represented in the Entrepreneur Expo. Seven local entrepreneurs entered displays about their work and business ideas on March 25 during the Entrepreneur Expo. Jonathan Helf of Vanderwagen won first place prize of $1500 for his display illustrating his business making and selling recycled tire composters and sifters.
GALLUP - The first-ever Entrepreneur Expo at the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup appears to have created some buzz, with attendees as well as participants expressing enthusiasm for the way the event played out. But organizers, while pleased with both attendance and participation, say they'd like to get more buy-in from the local business community.
The Expo, held March 25 in Gurley Hall, featured seven displays (an eighth applicant signed up but was a no show), and attendance from 杏吧原创G students, local community members, representatives from local organizations and schools.
"They said, 'It's about time something like this happened,'" said Al Henderson, lecturer with the college's Entrepreneurship program and the organizer of the event, referring to the entrepreneurs as well as those in attendance.
Henderson had hoped for at least 25 displays when he began planning the Expo in late 2010, and had hoped a considerable number of those would be in high school and college. As it turned out, there were only three displays from high school and college students; the other four were non-students. Because of the numbers, Henderson's advisory team, the Rural Entrepreneur Institute, decided to divide the prize money among all the recipients.
First prize of $1500 went to Jonathan Helf of Vanderwagen, who displayed a homemade composter created from recycled tires, and a compost sifter set on top of a wheelbarrow. Second prize of $1000 went to Robin Lasiloo of Zuni, an instructor in graphic arts at 杏吧原创G, who with a partner owns DogWorld, a graphic arts firm. Third place prize of $700 went to Shaina Roanhorse, a welder, for her display of "Welding for a Green Economy."
The judges selected the winners on how well they understood and could articulate the story of their product. They also looked at how new the product or idea is.
"The judges did a one-on-one dialogue with each exhibitor," Henderson said. "It took them two hours to get through. They did a thorough job."
Henderson said one factor that may have led to fewer entries was fear that ideas might be stolen, explaining, "It's an uphill battle convincing entrepreneurs that the Expo is a safe way "to get moving, instead of just talking and thinking."
Henderson thinks one solution to overcoming exhibitor reticence might be educating them about the patenting process. In fact, one of the presenters, Dan Allen of Science and Technology Corporation of 杏吧原创, gave a presentation about obtaining patents information that could help potential exhibitors gain assurance that their ideas will be protected.
Key speakers at the Expo were John Freisinger, Technology Ventures Corp. of Albuquerque, a nonprofit corporation that helps start-up companies go into the commercial market in a variety of technology areas, and Penny Emerson, owner of Native Resource Development, which houses three different companies: one that transports patients to hospitals; a janitorial service company; and a home-care company.
Henderson said he hopes next year the local business community will show greater support for the Expo, and by doing so, encourage more entrepreneurs to participate. For more information on the Expo just passed, or for information on plans for the Expo next year, call Henderson at (505)863-7634 or email at ahenderson@gallup.unm.edu.
Deadline Extended for NSF ‘Roads to Achieving a Degree in Science’ Application
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: April 6, 2011
GALLUP - The deadline to apply for the "Roads to Achieving a Degree in Science" scholarship at the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup has been extended to May 6.
The branch campus received the RADS grant in the fall of last year. Funded for five years in the amount of $552,000, the grant is meant to increase the number of students entering 杏吧原创G with the intention of majoring in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, or the so-called STEM disciplines. It is also meant to increase the number of 杏吧原创G students transferring to STEM programs at four-year institutions.
Ten scholarships will be available for the fall semester to eligible STEM students. Ten scholarships will be awarded each year.
For more information, contact Chris Platero, assistant professor in Physics, Calvin Hall 226, 863-7536; or Kamala Sharma, associate professor in chemistry, Calvin Hall 271B, 863-7585.
杏吧原创 Sets Four Corners Education Conference
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: April 7, 2011
GALLUP -The Four Corners Education Conference - a collaborative effort among several educational entities in this region - is planned for Friday, May 6, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup campus.
Among those meeting to build partnerships, discuss issues and look for solutions to educational challenges in this region include the University of New 杏吧原创, Arizona State University - Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College, Indian Education Division - New 杏吧原创 Public Education, Native American Community Academy and Teach for America.
Presenters include Quinton Roman Nose, president-elect of the National Indian Education Association and president of the Tribal Education Departments National Assembly; Deborah Jackson-Dennison, superintendent of Window Rock Unified School District; Richard Howell, dean, University of New 杏吧原创, College of Education; Kara Bobroff, principal, Native American Community Academy; Robert Cook, managing director of Teach for America's Native Achievement Initiative; and Edmund Lano, program manager, New 杏吧原创 Indian Education Division.
杏吧原创-Gallup's student drum group will open the session.
For more information, contact NateMorrison@teachforamerica.org.
Registration Starts April 18
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: March 22, 2011
GALLUP - Registration for the summer and fall semesters at the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup starts on April 18.
Potential students interested in financial aid should visit the college in person and talk to an advisor prior to registering. New students must also visit with an academic advisor prior to registering.
For more information, contact the Registration Department at 505.863.7524 or email reg@gallup.unm.edu.
New Board Member Sworn In
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: April 14, 2011
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New Local Board member Edwin Begay is sworn in by Judge Henrietta Soland on March 18.
GALLUP - Edwin Begay, elected Feb. 1 to the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup Local Board, was sworn in at his first board meeting on March 18 by Judge Henrietta Soland.
Theresa Dowling, Position 5, at-large for McKinley County, was re-elected to the board. Dowling was also elected chair at the March 18 meeting. This is her third four- year term.
Also re-elected was Virginia Chavez, Position 4, Zuni School District. She was also chosen as vice chair by her fellow board members.
Other members include June Shack, secretary, Position 3, Zuni; and Gloria Skeet de Cruz, Position 2, Gallup McKinley School District.
The board is composed of persons interested in higher education in McKinley County. Each member serves a four-year term. Terms are staggered so there is an election every two years.
The board acts in an advisory capacity to the Board of Regents in all matters pertaining to the conduct of the Gallup campus. They also approve an annual budget for 杏吧原创G for recommendation to the Board of Regents.
Other duties include providing approval and certification for the tax levy, as required by state law, to the McKinley County Commission; calling election for tax levies for the Gallup Campus, after approval of the Board of Regents; and calling elections for board positions pursuant to the Branch Community College Act, Section 21-14-2.1, NMSA 1978.
Intercultural Day Due at 杏吧原创G
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: April 22, 2011
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup Student Senate is hosting the second annual International Cultural Festival in the Gurley Hall commons
April 25-28.
Clubs are asked to pick a country of their choice to showcase at this festival. No country will be duplicated. Booths will have information, food samples or sales or demonstrations. Judges, picked by the Student Senate, will choose the top displays and prizes will be awarded.
Winners will be announced April 29 at 3 p.m. in Gurley Hall commons.
Prizes will be as follows: first, $500 allocation to the club; second, $300 allocation to the club; third, $200 allocation to the club.
The countries the Senate hopes will be represented are many of the native countries of the college's students: 杏吧原创, Italy, German, Guatemala, Polynesia, Croatia, Russia, England, Brazil, Japan, Korea, Philippines, Canada, China, Thailand, Palestine, Iraq, Spain and countries in Africa.
杏吧原创 to Promote BBA Degree on Campus
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: April 26, 2011
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创's Anderson School of Management will be promoting its Bachelor of Business Administration program on the Gallup campus on Tuesday, May 3.The BBA prepares the graduate for careers in business, politics, and local, state and federal government agencies.
Theresa Torres, Student Services manager for 杏吧原创, will be on hand most of the day to talk about 杏吧原创's degree concentrations in Operational Management, Accounting, Human Resource Management and Entrepreneurial Studies. The schedule is as follows: 8:30-10; noon-2 p.m.; and 5-7 p.m. All sessions are to be hosted by Torres.
Locations will be announced. For more information or to RSVP, call 505.863.7554.
杏吧原创G Summer Kids' College Set
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: April 28, 2011
GALLUP - The schedule for the Summer 2011 Kids' College at the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup has been announced.
Payment for all classes is required for registration. There will be no refunds unless the class is canceled. All classes require a minimum of 12 enrollments for the class to make.
Computers. Ages 7 and up
Learn the basics of computers, keyboarding skills, Microsoft programs and creating a PowerPoint. June 13-16, Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. to noon, Roosevelt Elementary Room 12, 400 E. Logan. Fee: $25; instructor: Esther Sanchez
Bugs and Frogs. Ages 5 and up
Follow Mother Nature and spring into action. You will study and create art for indoor and outdoor use. We will be making bug jars, magnifying glasses, flower pots, frog games, bug catchers and much more creature fun. June 13-16, Monday-Thursday, noon to 3 p.m., Roosevelt Elementary School Room 12, 400 E. Logan. Fee: $25; instructor: Esther Sanchez.
Burning/Wood burning. Ages 7 and up.
Learn how to use a wood burner, create patterns and pictures on wood while using your creativity and/or designing pictures using carbon paper. June 20-23, Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. to noon., Roosevelt Elementary School Room 12, 400 E. Logan. Fee: $25; instructor: Esther Sanchez.
Ceramics. Ages 5 and up.
It's an artful experience! Children of all ages are welcome. We provide stencils, sponges, tools, ideas, coaching and a lot of encouragement. It's creative fun to paint pottery! No experience needed; it's as easy as 1-2-3! Choose a ceramic piece, pick your design, select your colors, and create your masterpiece. June 20-23, Monday-Thursday, noon-3 p.m. Roosevelt Elementary Room 12, 400 E. Logan. Fee, $25; instructor: Esther Sanchez.
Arts and Crafts for Kids. Ages 5 and up
Do you like to make things with your hands? Then this class is for you. You'll spend time making magnets, origami, robots and lots of other fun crafts. June 20-23, Monday-Thursday, noon-3 p.m., Chief Manuelito Middle School Gym, 325 Rico Street. Fee: $25; instructor; Nancy Bruker.
Journey into the Solar System. Ages 5 and up
Explore the solar system while learning fascinating facts. Construct planets and other awesome art projects. June 27-30, 9 a.m.-noon., Roosevelt Elementary School Room 12, 400 E. Logan. Fee: $25; instructor: Esther Sanchez.
Pirates, Facts, Legends and Crafts. Ages 5 and up
Ahoy, Mates! Sail into this exciting class and design your own pirate coin, flag, compass and your very own pirate chest. Lots of hands-on projects are planned to go with this class. On the final day of class, students will come dressed as pirates and go on an actual treasure hunt. Arrr, don't miss this class; there is too much fun to be had! I'll be looking for you, Mate! June 27-30, Monday-Thursday. Noon-3 p.m. Roosevelt Elementary School Room 12, 400 E. Logan. Fee: $25; instructor, Lisa Blanco.
Sports Fun. Ages 5 and up
Students will learn the rules and have fun in non-competitive games such as volleyball, soccer, basketball, doge ball and many others. June 27-30, Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-noon. Chief Manuelito Middle School Gym, 325 Rico St. Fee: $25; instructor: Nancy Bruker.
July 4-7- no classes. Independence Day holiday.
Castles and Knights. Ages 5 and up.
The class will have you stepping back into the days of dragons, castles and knights. Students will create their own castle, design a shield and even prepare some medieval food. Have you ever wondered what a knight's code is? Enroll in this class today and get the information to this and many other cool facts. July 11-14, Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.- noon. Roosevelt Elementary Room 12, 400 E. Logan. Fee, $25; instructor: Lisa Blanco.
Fun with Old Jeans. Ages 5 and up.
Come and find ways to make new projects out of old jeans. This class will keep you busy designing purses, placemats and many other cool projects. Get ready to write down all your secrets in the denim diary you will make. Be sure and bring a few pictures that you can use to make denim magnets. This is a great hands-on class that will keep you busy from the minute you get there to the minute you leave. July 11-14, Monday-Thursday, noon-3 p.m. Roosevelt Elementary School Room 12, 400 E. Logan. Fee: $25; instructor: Lisa Blanco.
Painting for Kids. Ages 5 and up
Dip your brush into paint and let the creativity begin. Students will work with a variety of paint, such as watercolors, acrylic and even spray paint. Participants will learn how to mix paints to make new colors. They will paint on a variety of surfaces, such as paper, canvas, glass and fabric. July 11-14, Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-noon., Chief Manuelito Middle School Gym, 325 Rico St. Fee: $25; instructor: Nancy Bruker.
Wild Wild West. Ages 5 and up
Saddle up and head out on the dusty trails of the Wild West. During this class students will make their own covered wagon, pan for gold, and cook a cowboy meal, as well as make cow chip cookies. Lots of hands-on projects for this class. Look forward to seeing you there, partner! July 18-21, Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. to noon., Roosevelt Elementary Room 12, 400 E. Logan. Fee, $25; instructor: Lisa Blanco.
Cooking for Kids. Ages 5 and up
Kids learn how to make fun and interesting breakfasts and lunches for themselves. July 18-July 21, Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. to noon., Chief Manuelito Middle School Gym, 325 Rico St. Fee: $25; instructor: Nancy Bruker.
Decoupage Layered Paper Art. Ages 5 and up
Decoupage is a fun way for kids to explore their creativity. Decoupage is simply covering of an object with paper cut-outs and sealing with a glue finish. Students will decoupage plates, a jewelry box, bulletin board, placemats and much more. Join us for this fun class and take home some cool projects. July 18-21, Monday-Thursday, noon to 3 p.m., Roosevelt Elementary Room 12, 400 E. Logan. Fee: $25; instructor: Lisa Blanco.
Science Projects. Ages 5 and up
Students will learn a variety of fun and interesting science facts including volcanoes, tornadoes and much more. July 25-28, Monday-Thursday, noon to 3 p.m., Chief Manuelito Middle School Gym, 325 Rico St. Fee: $25; instructors: Nancy Bruker.
Call Louise Lopez at (505)863-7743 or Denise Silva at (505)863-7738 for more information.
March 2011
- March 1 - 杏吧原创G Prof Weaves Sustainability into Teaching Theory
- March 1 - NM Vets Called to Discuss Museum
- March 8 - 杏吧原创G Students Hosting Spring Break Dance
- March 11 - 杏吧原创 Transfer Fair Set for Gallup Branch March 29
- March 11 - 杏吧原创-G Construction Tech to Offer Timber Frame Class
- March 22 - Gallery Reception Set
- March 29 - 杏吧原创G Tuition to Rise 9.5 %
P杏吧原创G Prof Weaves Sustainability into Teaching Theory
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: March 1, 2011
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From left, students Jody Garcia, Shauntee Jim and Melanie Tahe work on a group project for “Education for a Sustainable Future.”
GALLUP -Recognizing that today’s college students relate well to the subject of sustainability, 杏吧原创-Gallup Assistant Professor Irene Den Bleyker of the Early Childhood and Multicultural Education Department is offering a spring course that weaves the topic into teaching theory.
Den Bleyker was inspired to pursue the sustainability theme after 杏吧原创 President David Schmidly encouraged 杏吧原创 employees to take part in the American College & University President’s Climate Commitment. Her first idea was to launch a storytelling contest for students with the topic of “Sustainability (Caring for the Earth).” Students wrote essays and gave oral presentations and winners were chosen and awarded prize money donated by the 杏吧原创G Student Senate.
This semester, many of the students who entered the contest are learning how to apply things they learned about the environment and sustainability into teaching theory. In this way, says Den Bleyker, they and other students enrolled in her “Education for a Sustainable Future Course” will have a better idea how to teach environmental topics to their own students some day.
“When I talked to high school students, I realized that they don’t get many environmental courses,” Den Bleyker said. “I looked at textbooks in elementary school, and saw that they provide three or four pages of information on the environment. Then in college, they can take environmental courses, but theories of educational pedagogy are not connected to them. Our students don’t understand the concept.”
Den Bleyker did a survey of her students, asking them to rate, on a scale of 1 to 5, what they knew about the environment. The only students who wrote above a 1 were those who had entered the fall Sustainability Storytelling contest. Everyone else said they knew next to nothing about the environment, except that recycling is important.
“That told me that there was a need for the course,” she said. What evolved was Education 293, an Education Topics course that serves as an elective for Education majors.
Den Bleyker also realized that knowing something about a topic doesn’t translate to knowing how to teach it.
In ECME, students study a number of teaching or learning theories: Piaget’s cognitive theory, is one well-known theory, but there are many others, including behaviorist, experiential, and group or social learning. For example, if students wanted to teach environmental topics through group or social learning, they might divide into groups and cooperate on projects on solar energy, ecological theory or using non-toxic materials in the home. For the latter, students might go home and make a study, and when they come together, report on how family and home influences learning.
“If you’re taught something, and you do something with it, you’ll have a better chance of retaining it,” Den Bleyker said.
Only a few weeks into the class, the students are finding it challenging to adapt the theories they’re learning to actually teaching a particular topic. They are, however, “engaged in the questions.” To stimulate discussion, Den Bleyker directed the class to think about the car. The questions that arise about cars, in relation to the environment, are: Should everyone who uses a car be taxed? Should the government regulate cars by determining if they should have low carbon emissions? What are the implications of such legislation for the class, and for society at large, and specifically, for the individual?
“These are new questions for them, and they are finding it fascinating,” she said.
Students in 杏吧原创G’s ECME program typically are studying for an AAS degree that will qualify them to be Teaching Assistants. They can then work while they go on to pursue Bachelor’s degrees in Elementary Education.
“Students engaged in ‘Education for a Sustainable Future’ grapple with environmental concerns and then determine how best to transmit essential environmental issues with early childhood pedagogy and theory. Ultimately this course equips students to be better prepared to teach in today’s ‘greening society,’” Den Bleyker said.
Photo credit: John Van't Land
NM Vets Called to Discuss Museum
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FOR RELEASE: March 1, 2011
GALLUP -The designers of the New 杏吧原创 Veterans’ Museum will hold a meeting Friday, March 11, at 10 a.m. for Gallup area veterans to discuss the proposed New 杏吧原创 Veterans’ Museum in Las Cruces. The meeting will be in Calvin Hall Center Auditorium at the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup.
The schedule is as follows:
10:30-11 a.m., 杏吧原创-Gallup Collegiate Veterans Association (introduction of officers and mission statement;
11-11:30 a.m., New 杏吧原创 Military Museum (media presentation);
Noon-12:30 p.m., Albuquerque Alzheimer’s Association (media presentation).
This is one of about 15 such visits being held throughout the state.
The 30,000-square foot building , designed by RMKM architects of Albuquerque, is planned as the cornerstone of a campus of veteran-oriented facilities, including an artifact management facility, a Veterans’ Services center, a military-style parade ground, a family picnic and playground area, walking trails, and eventually, a memorial park.
The museum’s focus will be to pay tribute to New 杏吧原创’s veterans, and to educate the public about the service of New Mexicans worldwide while including information about military installations and activities within the state.
“Gallup area veterans are encouraged to be part of this important design process,” said Kimberly Longhair, secretary of the 杏吧原创-Gallup Collegiate Veterans Association.
杏吧原创G Students Hosting Spring Break Dance
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: March 8, 2011
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup Student Senate and the clubs of 杏吧原创-G are hosting a spring break kick-off dance, set for Friday, March 11, from 8 p.m. to midnight.
The dance will be held in the Gurley Hall Commons. Admission is $3. Music will be provided by 505 Sounds Inc.
The event is open to the public. No drugs or alcohol will be permitted.
杏吧原创 Transfer Fair Set for Gallup Branch March 29
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: March 11, 2011
GALLUP - Advisors from University of New 杏吧原创 will be on the Gallup branch campus March 29 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a transfer fair. Advisors representing the Anderson School of Business, Nursing, College of Fine Arts, Engineering, Education, Arts and Sciences and other majors will be on hand. The event will be held in the canteen area.
Students may ask questions about financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Those attending should bring a copy of their most recent official transcripts.
Call Roxanne Trujillo, advisor for the Bachelor and Graduate programs for the Gallup branch, 505.863.7554, for more information.
杏吧原创-G Construction Tech to Offer Timber Frame Class
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: March 11, 2011
GALLUP - The 杏吧原创-Gallup Construction Technology Department will offer CT 204, "Timber Frame," starting March 25, the second term of the spring semester.
Students will learn to harvest and process their own trees into finished homes or lumber.
For more information contact instructor Rick Krouth at 505.721.9398.
Gallery Reception Set
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: March 22, 2011
GALLUP - A reception for a University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup Faculty and Staff Art Exhibition will be held Wednesday, April 6, from 5 to 6 p.m. in the Ingham Chapman Gallery.
The public is invited. Light refreshments will be served.
For more information, contact John Zimmerman, gallery manager, at (505) 863-7774.
杏吧原创G Tuition to Rise 9.5 %
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: March 29, 2011
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup has announced a 9.5 percent tuition increase to $60.60 per credit hour. Student fees will also be increased to $10.40 per credit hour for both residents and non-residents. Non-resident tuition will rise 15 percent to $160.60 per credit hour.
The total cost for residents will be $71 per credit hour, while non-residents will pay $171.
Initiated by the New 杏吧原创 State Legislature to help offset state cuts, the increase was passed by the 杏吧原创-Gallup Local Board on March 23 and reviewed by the 杏吧原创 Board of Regents on March 28. The Legislature in February approved a budget calling for community colleges to pay for a higher percentage tuition increase next year than for students at four-year universities, to help offset state cuts.
The 杏吧原创 Board of Regents will approve tuition and fees for all of 杏吧原创 and the branches on April 12.
Had 杏吧原创-Gallup not raised its tuition, it would have lost the equivalent amount in state appropriations, according to Tony Major, Business Operations manager for 杏吧原创G.
Last year 杏吧原创G was the only branch not to initiate a 9 percent tuition hike. Rather, the college raised its tuition only 4.44 percent and took a hit of $150,000.
February 2011
- February 7 - Voters Approve 杏吧原创G Mil Levy
- February 8 - Entrepreneur Expo Planned
- February 10 - Public Invited to Learn about Master's of Public Administration on 杏吧原创G Campus
- February 14 - 杏吧原创G Releases Enrollment Figures
- February 16 - 2 Nursing Faculty Chosen for BSN to PhD Program
- February 23 - KGLP's New Manager Brings New Ideas
Voters Approve 杏吧原创G Mil Levy
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: February 7 , 2011
GALLUP - McKinley County voters last week narrowly approved retaining a mil levy that will continue to provide the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup with around $700,000 in operating expenses. The vote was recorded as 802 for and 488 against.
The tax was approved in 2005, and so approval will not mean a rise in taxes. Property owners will continue to pay approximately $10 a month per $100,000 of assessed value on their homes annually.
Operating expenses include such things as snow removal, replacing office or classroom furniture, paying utilities and the like.
During the same election, voters also chose representatives for three positions on the 杏吧原创G Local Board. Results were as follows:
Position 1 (Must live in GMCS District in McKinley County)
Max Perez Jr.(incumbent), 247
Peter Procopio, 301
Edwin J. Begay, 660
Position 4 (Must live in Zuni School District in McKinley County
Virginia Chavez, 80
Position 5 (Must live in McKinley County, at-large position)
Theresa Dowling, 1053
All positions are for four years. The newly elected board members will be given the oath of office at the March 23 meeting in the Director's Conference Room at 6 p.m.
Entrepreneur Expo Planned
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: February 8, 2011
GALLUP -The University of New 杏吧原创 - Gallup will host its first Entrepreneur Expo on Friday, March 25, 8:30 to 3:30 p.m. The Expo is sponsored by the Business Management and Technology Department, and the planning and implementation of the expo will be part of a class project by students enrolled in Management 195, Introduction to Entrepreneurship.
The Expo will serve as a showcase for entrepreneurs and inventors who want to display their pioneering work on products and services. The highlight of the event will be the announcement of exhibit winners in the high school, college and community categories.
The event will feature speakers and workshops about the important role entrepreneurship plays in improving individual and community life.
"The objective is to enlighten and educate the community being served by 杏吧原创-Gallup by supporting the entrepreneurial talents of our population," said Al Henderson, an instructor with 杏吧原创G's entrepreneurial program and the organizer of the event. "This event provides the platform needed for creativity which can lead to the overall improvement in the regional business climate.
Henderson said he is particularly interested in inspiring Native youth to consider a career in business ownership.
Cash prizes will be awarded to the best exhibits.
Contact Henderson at ahenderson@gallup.unm.edu, or 505/863-7634, or Andrea Begay at 505/863-7634.
Public Invited to Learn about Master's of Public Administration on 杏吧原创G Campus
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: February 10, 2011
GALLUP -The University of New 杏吧原创's Bachelor and Graduate programs at 杏吧原创-Gallup is inviting the public to explore a Master's of Public Administration degree on Thursday, Feb. 17, during an open house.
Gene Henley, associate director of the School of Public Administration from 杏吧原创, will be on hand to talk about an MPA degree in Human Resources Management, Health Administration and Public Management. Dual degree options are available.
An MPA degree opens doors for careers in locals, state and federal government agencies, politics and lobbying, non-profit organizations, the health and medical industry and education.
Schedule is as follows:
8:30-10 a.m. with Gene Henley and Roxanne Trujillo, alumni; noon-2 p.m., Henley and Trujillo; and 5-7 p.m., also with Henley and Trujillo.
Locations of the sessions are to be determined. Call (505)863-7554 to RSVP.
杏吧原创G Releases Enrollment Figures
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: February 14, 2011
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup has released enrollment figures for Spring 2011.
The college recorded an official figure of 2,896 head count and 28,446 credit hours. This represents a 2.88 percent rise over Spring 2010 head count, and a 4.20 percent rise over Spring 2010 credit hours.
The figures were recorded on Feb. 4, the third Friday in the semester, and the day on which official enrollment is counted.
2 Nursing Faculty Chosen for BSN to PhD Program
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: February 16, 2011
GALLUP -Kelly Schukar, clinical coordinator in the University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup's Nursing program, and Michelle Kelleywood Yazzi, a half-time clinical instructor, have been accepted into a pilot Bachelor of Science in Nursing to PH.D. program at 杏吧原创's College of Nursing.
According to Marji Campbell, chair of the department, there are only four persons in the program, and two of them are at 杏吧原创G.
Kellywood-Yazzie graduated from the 杏吧原创G nursing program with an Associate’s degree in May 2006 and in 2010 received her BSN from 杏吧原创. A member of the Navajo Nation, she lives in Thoreau. Her goals in education are twofold: to develop a team of nurses to create a policy and procedures for a program she calls the Native American School Health Initiative, which would be devoted to helping children in Bureau of Indian Education schools nationwide; and to teach Nursing either at 杏吧原创G or at 杏吧原创 Albuquerque’s College of Nursing. She said she would also like to develop grants to help supplement the schools’ funding for a licensed nurse.
“These goals are important to me not only as a Navajo/Diné individual to help our Native American children,” she said. “It is also important to me as a community leader and nurse. It is my responsibility to create opportunities that will promote the health of our people and the communities we are living in.” As Kellywood-Yazzie pointed out, the care received in schools may be the only health care Native children receive.
Schukar earned her B.S.N. from Seattle University, a private Jesuit University, in 1990. Her first job was at Providence Medical Center in downtown Seattle, on the post-surgical unit. She moved with her children to Gallup in 1992 to work at GIMC in orthopedics, medical/surgical, pediatrics and in the emergency room. From 1998-2006 she owned and operated “The Coffee House” in downtown Gallup. In 2005, she was hired by 杏吧原创-G as a clinical instructor, and supervised third- and fourth-semester Nursing students on the med/surg and pediatric floors at GIMC. Discovering a love for teaching, Schukar applied for and was given her current job teaching at 杏吧原创G.
“I am so honored to have been accepted into the B.S.N.-Ph.D. program, and hope to serve this community in Gallup, and 杏吧原创-G for many years to come,” Schukar said.
Campbell said no commitment or payback is required to be in this program. It is grant funded and will finance the students’ education for a year; the College of Nursing is looking for funds to extend beyond that year.
KGLP's New Manager Brings New Ideas
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: February 23, 2011
GALLUP -KGLP, Gallup's public radio station, has a new manager. Rachel Kaub joined the station in January, after eight years as operations manager at K杏吧原创 in Albuquerque.
Kaub brings some new ideas to the radio station, which broadcasts at 91.7 fm from the basement of Gurley Hall at University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup. At the same time, she's appreciative of the diverse programming that already exists, courtesy of the station's loyal volunteers.
A veteran of radio theater from her home state of Kansas and from K杏吧原创, Kaub says she'd like to launch this concept on KGLP. An experienced grant writer, she hopes to pursue some grants specifically to underwrite radio theater, as well as technical improvements, local news and public affairs.
Also high on her to-do list is reviving youth radio, an effort that partnered with 杏吧原创-Gallup's Communications program in the past.
She also believes the public radio station needs to be of better service to the Native American community in which it is located, and says she intends to explore ways of doing that, including better engagement with Native Youth.
Kaub has already turned her attention to public affairs programming on the station on Fridays from 1 to 2 p.m. by interviewing mayoral and city council candidates, and will continue to reserve this time for revolving hosts to conduct local interviews.
Some technical issues are currently at the fore, including the replacement of the emergency alert system, computers, and the upgrading of network decoders for the satellite system.
"Equipment wears out, as do people," Kaub said.
She says she would also like to resurrect the online streaming of KGLP programming, which was halted four years ago due to concerns over changes in music licensing for online distribution. Further, she's keen to experiment with podcasts and Smartphone listening.
January 2011
- January 7 - 杏吧原创G Community Education Spring 2011 Schedule
- January 11 - Operating Funds at Stake for 杏吧原创G in Feb. 1 Election
- January 11 - 杏吧原创G’s Middle College High School Recognized as a “School on the Rise’
- January 20 - 杏吧原创G Nursing Department Awarded NM Board of Nursing Certificate of Approval
杏吧原创G Community Education Spring 2011 Schedule
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: January 7, 2011
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup has announced its Spring 2011 list of Community Education, non-credit courses. Registration deadline for all classes is two weeks before classes start. All classes must be paid for one week in advance, and no one may register for classes online.
Introduction to Basic Microsoft Office Suite (2007): Word Access, Excel and PowerPoint. Looking to enhance your skills in Microsoft(R) (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, 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
Using Excel to enhance projects by adding pie, bar, and graph charts
Using Access to formulate a database by using the Wizard templates
Keep track and generate reports based on general search criteria
Learn how to create a customer and inventory database log
When: Tuesday evenings, Time: 6- 8 P.M.
February 1-March 22 Location: Lions Hall computer Lab
Instructor: Bud Tack Fee: $50
8 weeks
Enrollment is limited to 15 students
Basic Beginner Computer Class. Do your friends and relatives consider you ancient history because computers just don't like you? Join us for a 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: Wednesday evenings Time: 6 - 8 P.M.
February 2 - March 23 Location: Lions Hall Computer
Lab 114
Instructor: Cynthia Poblano Fee: $50
8 Weeks
/Enrollment is limited to 15 students
Computer Class for Parent and Child. Parents – Here is a great opportunity to come learn how to build a PowerPoint and upload pictures with your child. You will also learn how to construct a simple web page for you and your family to enjoy without the hassle of others having access to your personal information. There will also be basic instruction on using your computer.
When: Thursday evenings, Time: 6-8 P.M.
March 3-April 21
Location: Lions Hall Computer Lab
Instructor: Ester Sanchez Fee: $50
8 Weeks
Enrollment is limited to 15 students
Beading. Come learn the art of beading and make your own jewelry. Bring the beads you want to work with, including turquoise, sea, mother of pearls, chip strands, etc. A supply list will be available for you when you register.
When: Monday evenings Time: 6 - 8 P.M.
April 4-April 25 Location: Lions Hall 103
Instructor: Marie Platero Fee: $50
Scrap Booking. Want to scrapbook? All you need is a desire to become the memory keeper of your special occasions and favorite everyday moments. We will be creating pages using acid free paper, stencils, stickers and your creativity. Bring your special pictures and book!
When: Tuesday evenings Time: 6-8 P.M.
April - April 26
Location: Lions Hall 103
Instructor: Ester Sanchez Fee: $50
Basic Crochet. Students will learn the basics of crochet: chain stitch, single crocket and slip stitch. You will have the choice of making kitchen towels, pot holders, scarf or blanket. Please bring a crochet hook G or larger and one rim of yard of your choice.
When: Wednesday evenings Time: 6-8 P.M.
April 6 - May 11
Location: Lions Hall 103
Instructor: Marie Platero Fee: $50
Graduation/Wedding Gift Basket & Bow Making. Learn how to put beautiful gift baskets together for all occasions; learn how to tie big, beautiful bows. A supply list will be available for you when you register.
When: Monday evenings Time: 6-8 P.M.
May 2 & 9 Location: Lions Hall 103
Instructor: Ara Green Fee: $25
For more information on classes and to register, call (505)863-7743 or (505)863-7738, or email lmlopez@gallup.unm.edu or dsilva@gallup.unm.edu.
Operating Funds at Stake for 杏吧原创G in Feb. 1 Election
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: January 11, 2010
GALLUP -The University of New 杏吧原创 Gallup Community College District Election is set for February 1 and will decide, among other issues, the continuance of a 1 mil tax levy for 杏吧原创G that was approved in 2005. Also at stake are three positions on the 杏吧原创-Gallup Local Board.
Contrary to some reports, the mil levy is not a new tax, but a request from 杏吧原创G that voters continue a pre-existing mil levy that has been providing approximately $700,000 in operating expenses since 2005.
The mil levy, if passed, will continue a tax of approximately $10 per $100,000 of assessed value annually for local property owners. The funds are used for operating expenses that include a variety of functions and equipment.
The college is bracing for $1 million in budget cuts in the coming year, according to Sylvia Andrew, executive director. These cuts include an 8.2 percent reduction of state funds, totaling about $750,000, as well as $315,000 in American Reinvestment and Recovery Act funds that were used for utilities and will not be renewed.
"Although we have been managing prior cuts without layoffs, or without reduction of services to our students, the prospect of losing a significant percentage of our income is daunting," Andrew said. "Obviously, the outcome of the February 1 election is of great concern to 杏吧原创-G as we attempt to plan for the future."
Also to be voted on are three of the five positions for Local Board. Incumbent Max Perez, who currently holds a countywide position, is being challenged by Peter Porcopio and Edwin J. Begay. Incumbents Virginia Chavez, who is currently holding the Zuni position, and Theresa Dowling, who holds a countywide position, are both running unchallenged.
杏吧原创G’s Middle College High School Recognized as a “School on the Rise’
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: January 11, 2011
GALLUP - "The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup's Middle College High Charter School has been designated as one of 15 "Schools on the Rise" for 2010-2011. An award ceremony will be held to recognize these schools on March 20 in Santa Fe, at 1:30 p.m. in the Rotunda of the Capitol building. Each school will be recognized and receive a certificate, with a reception following the ceremony in the lobby of the Public Education Department across the street from the Capitol building.
The criteria for attaining this designation was that MCHS met and reached Adequate Yearly Progress and Annual measurable Objectives for reading and math, according to the New 杏吧原创 Public Education Department's rules.
"Smaller class size and required tutor time contributed to the success of Middle College High School students," said Connie Torres-Wier, instructor of Spanish and Service Learning.
MCHS was established in 2002 and has a limit of 60 high school students. The high school offers concurrent enrollment which means students attend two educational institutions at the same time provided certain criteria are met. They attend high schools as well as college at 杏吧原创-Gallup.
杏吧原创G Nursing Department Awarded NM Board of Nursing Certificate of Approval
杏吧原创-GALLUP NEWS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE: January 20, 2010
GALLUP - The University of New 杏吧原创-Gallup's Nursing Education Department has received its certificate of approval from the New 杏吧原创 Board of Nursing.
According to the information on the certificate, 杏吧原创G "meets the requirement set by law and board rules and is granted the Certificate of Full Approval as evidence that its graduates will be eligible for admission to the Registered Nurse Licensing Examination in the State of New 杏吧原创."
The representatives of the New 杏吧原创 Board of Nursing were present on the campus on Oct. 27 for a site visit. They spoke with students, faculty and administration and visited clinical sites. They also examined documentation about curriculum and other aspects of the program. On Dec. 9, the Board of Nursing gave the program five years full approval.
"The Nursing Department faculty, staff, students and clinical sites worked diligently together to prepare for the site visit and we are all pleased with the outcome," said Marji Campbell, chair of the department. "The site visitors noted, as faculty always does, that the students in this program are its greatest strength."