tv WINSIDER : VOLUME 6 : NUMBER 4 : APRIL 5/88 READY. SET. GO FOR V.V.I. OPEN HOUSE! The Open House Committee chaired by Jackie Sandy is putting the final touches on Open House '88, "the Competitive Edge". Individual departments are hard at work getting their displays together as the count down to April 14th begins. There's nothing like word of mouth to spread the news about a special event, so take a few minutes to tell someone you know about our Open House. There'll be information sessions, displays, audio-visual presentations, demonstrations and more. Whether an individual is interested in upgrading their current skill level or entering a new career field, what better way to find out about our programs first-hand than at our Open House! mmouvER COMMUNITY Vancouver Vocational Institute VCC-VANCOUVER VOCATIONAL INSTITUTE LIBRARY , 3 ROLL UP YOUR SLEEVE! Wednesday, April 6th, 1988 is BLOOD DONOR DAY at V\ 1. "In the past oui1 clinics have averaged 140 blood donors," advises Georee Clark. "This time, we'd like to break the 200 mark." The demand for blood by patients with leukemia, cancer, heart disorders and haemophilia, as well as accident victims, to name just a few, continues to rise. Until an artificial blood substitute is developed, we will continue to need volunteer blood donors to provide this gift of life. "We encourage all department heads, instructors, support staff and supervisors to do their part," urges John Vandenakker. "Individuals who want to make a donation should be excused for the time required to do so." The Blood Donor Clinic will be held between 11:00 am and 5:00 pm in the Mall area in front of the Library. Give, so someone else can live! AND THE WINNER IS...! VVT's Leslie Kitson became $1,000 richer when Mo. 193 came up the winner on Friday, March 25th in the VCC Lottery Draw. When asked what she planned to do with the money, Leslie responded "When I get some time, I intend to go shopping." (Could I add a few things to your shopping list, Leslie?) KEC-er Marta Gardnier was the March 18th winner, with lucky ticket #200. Marta plans to "...take a lot of friends to lunch" with her winnings. The big winners to date are the KEC Security Guard syndicate, comprised of Darcy Munro, Levi Joseph, Sar Mann and Keith Andretta. They found themselves in the winner's circle for the second time when their lucky #004 was selected during the March 11th draw. These were the same four who won the free, one-year subscription in the "Bonus Draw". There's still time to become a subscriber (or one of Marta's friends), to get in on the one in 400 chance of winning a grand a week. The cost works out to only $5 per week and proceeds go to the Endowment Fund for Student Aide. Join individually, or as a group. Subscription forms are available through Sue McAuley at Local 410, or Trish Knight, VCC Education Foundation (875-1131). CONGRATULATIONS! Lorna Guenard advises that Karol Ziduhak, a student m our Power Engineering Technical Upgrading Program, has been selected as one of only two International Table Tennis Umpires that will represent North America at the Games of the XXlVth Olympiad to take place in Seoul, South Korea. What an honour, Karol! Congratulations! WHAT DO DRAFTING AND DRAGON BOATS HAVE IN COMMON? Why, VVI's Judy Shandler, of course! When Judy takes refuge from her Drafting- Department duties, she paddles as a member of the False Creek Women's Dragon Boat Team. Just what are dragon boats, you say? Well, it all started when Hong Kong presented the City of Vancouver with six legendary teak dragon boats as a special 100th Anniversary gift. Various Vancouver men's, women's and mixed teams have taken up the ancient sport since that time. Each boat requires 20 paddlers, 1 drummer and 1 steersman. The drummer beats the pace for the paddlers and the steersman guides the way. The 3rd Annual Dragon Boat Races will be held here in Vancouver this June. "Last year we won the Canadian Imperial Bank Cup and placed third over-all," beams Judy. Cathay Pacific has offered to send this year's winning male team on a free trip to the Hong Kong Dragon Boat Races. Not to be outdone, the False Creek Women's Team is busy raising funds to pit their paddles against the best in the world in the Hong Kong races. If you've managed to curb your chocoholic urges when you've seen the chocolate covered almonds for sale in the Bookstore and IMS, you may want to reconsider. This is just one of the many fundraising efforts by this ambitious team. Anyone interested in getting involved in dragon boat racing? Contact Judy Shandler at Local 334. "Maybe we could form a VVI Team," suggests Judy. - 4 - BURSARIES AND SCHOLARSHIPS A reminder to all facultv that there are a number of Bursaries available to students in the final levels of their programs. Liana Fister of Financial Aid has provided us with a list (attached herewith) which outlines the award criteria as well as the deadlines for applications. Please advise your students of these fundins? opportunities. CREATIVE ARTS IN LEARNING MASTER'S DEGREE PROGRAM Are you interested in a challenging Master's program which investigates fresh approaches to integrating drama, music, poetry and the visual arts into all aspects of learning" The Institute for the Arts and Human Development of Lesley College Graduate School, Cambridge, Massachusetts and VCC are m final stages of concluding an agreement under which Lesley College faculty will come to Vancouver to teach the M. Ed. courses at KEC on weekends. The first course in the two-year program will be offered in June. For further information, contact Leslie Norman, KEC, Local 536. 1988 STUDENTS ART EXHIBIT AND ANNUAL OPEN HOUSE Staff and students of Langara's Fine Arts Department proudly present their annual exhibition from April 5 - 8, 1988. The exhibition will feature paintings, drawings, printmaking, sculpture and ceramics. Hours: Tuesday, April 5 from 6-9 p.m. Wed. and Thursday, April 6-7 from 10 am - 9 pm. Friday, April 8 from 10 am - 5 p.m. VCC WOMEN'S NETWORK UPDATE Approximately 30 women from KEC, VVI and Langara enjoyed dinner and a panel discussion at the second intercampus Women's Network get-together in February. Pat Davitt from V.M.R.E.U. spoke on equal pay for work of equal value, with an emphasis on support staff workers. Carol McCandless from the Status of Women Committee of C.E.I.A. spoke on affirmative action and the status of women students and faculty at community colleges. An interesting discussion followed. "It was terrific to meet and socialize with women from all the campuses, " advises Patricia Morris. The next event will be held Thursday, May 5th in the Library, 5th Floor at Langara. VCC BOARD COMMITTEE AND LIAISON MEMBERS At the March 23, 1988 meeting of the Board, the folio wins' members volunteered to act in a liaison capacity with the following' campuses/committees: Personnel & Staff Services E. Jar vis Alternates: D. Rees-Lee (on an interim basis) Board Chairman B. Spitz Administration Committee D. Brandes R. Preston T. Saunders Alternates: 1) Board Chairman 2) Board Vice Chairman Education & Student Services Committee J. Chapman H. Wotherspoon Alternates: 1) Board Chairman 2) Board Vice Chairman (on an interim basis: E. Jarvis) All Committees will be electing Chairmen at their next meeting. Liaison for Board Members King Edward Campus E. Jarvis D. Brandes Vancouver Vocational Institute R. Preston B. Spitz Langara Campus H. Wotherspoon J. Chapman Continuing Education D. Rees-Lee BCAC John Chapman Native Education Centre H. Wotherspoon VCC Foundation T. Saunders - 6 - GETTING TO KNOW YOU...! For the past few months, David Austin, more times than not, has been the friendly face at IMS that has coordinated my day-to-dav FAX and photo requests. It wasn't until last week that I discovered that David, like many VVI-ers, had a fascinating life outside the confines of the Campus. "For example, I now know why David's face always looked so familiar. No, it's not that we had met before, or had known each other in another life, but rather that he has an uncanny likeness to Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev. David couldn't see the resemblance himself when Gorbachev first came on the world scene in 1984/85. It took Sylvester Stallone to convince David of his uncanny looks, asking' him to portrar Secretary-General Gorbachev in "Rocky IV". "From that moment on, everythine; happened within a short time period. I was featured in People magazine, De Spiegel magazine in West Germany, seven newspapers throughout England and numerous magazines and newspapers in Canada. I've lost count how many times I've been seen coast to coast on CBC and CTV," admits Austin." David is not just a "look-alike", however. He is a seasoned performer who was bitten by the acting bug in Liverpool, England at the age of nine. By the age of 12, David went in front of the cameras for the first time, starring in a series of BBC television travelogue documentaries. After arriving in Canada in 1966, David continued his theatrical career throughout the country and is now an established director, producer, writer and award winning actor. In addition to using his Media Arts education during his temporary employment in our IMS Department, David runs two businesses. One is a theatre company which travels the province, presenting mystery evenings and weekends to private clubs, parties, and conventions. The other is the DLA Film Co. which will research, develop and produce Canadian dramas, comedies, and dramedies for Canadian television. Although David Austin will be winging his war to Hollywood b"" the time you read this (he finished work here at VVI on March 31st), I wanted to share his story with you. N'ext time you sav "hi" to a fellow colleague that you really don't know all that well, take the time to find out what makes them tick. You just might be pleasantly surprised' "I've thoroughly enjoyed my longer than expected stay at VVI. Thanks to everyone, and don't forget, I'm looking for Canadian stories and events that you may want to share m a new and up and coming industry." Do you know any other employees who would be interesting to profile? Please advise Sue McAuley at Local 410. LETTERS, WE GET LETTERS! In a letter to our Admissions Department, dated March 22/88, Gordon Carson of Regma, Saskatchewan outlines the specifics required to process his application for enrollment at VVI. He also takes a few moments to compliment our Counselling Department: "...I would like to thank the Counselling Department for their time and consideration upon my behalf. The program overviews that I received were very helpful and I am most grateful. I would, in all sincerity, hope that at some time in the future, the educational facilities in this province would attain the level of efficiency and depth of study in various fields that are available in yours...." SPRING HAS SPRUNG... ...and bathing suit weather will soon be here. Are you read.y? Will those bulges fit into that tiny little bit of cloth? That's what I thought! Time for aerobics, folks. The new session is just underway, so check with Wynn at Local 200 or Jackie at Local 217 to register. A full session is $38.00 for 38 lessons. If you'd rather attend on a drop-in basis, it's just $2.00 per visit. Start now to be in shape for that summer sun! - 8 - VCC DAY NEEDS YOUR HELP On VCC Day, April 25, we will need a great deal of volunteer help for tasks such as handing out registrant kits, directing people, and clean-up. In return, we offer absolutely nothing but our heartfelt thanks. If you'd like to help, simply check off the box on the attached registration form. We'll be in touch. Thank you. =DETACH AND RETURN TO ANY C.E. OFFICE= V-C.C. DAY REGISTRATION NAME POSITION CAMPUS OFFICE PHONE PLEASE CHECK WHERE APPROPRIATE: I will be I am unable attending to attend I am willing to do volunteer work on VCC Day PLEASE POST Date To From Subject March 21, 1988 DEPARTMENT HEADS FINANCIAL AID DEPARTMENT Bursaries and Scholarships Please advise your students that the following Bursaries are available to students in the final levels of their programs. Selection is generally based on need and achievement. Please note deadline dates for application. Application forms are available from the Financial Aid Department. MARGARET ANDERSON AWARD Provides an annual Bursary of approximately $200.00 to a student in the final level of the Printing Production Program. The awards are based on achievement, need and the recommendation of the Department Head. Application Deadline: May 15, 1988. THE BUSINESS DEPARTMENT ENDOWMENT FUND Was established to provide approximately six $200.00 Bursaries per year to Business students. The awards will be based on achieve¬ ment, need and the recomnendation of the Department Heads. Final approval by the Dean or his delegate. Application Deadline: April 30, 1988. THE CARPENTRY APPRENTICESHIP ENDOWMENT FUND Provides an annual bursary of $100.00 to a Carpentry student. Selection will be based on performance in the trade and demonstrat¬ ed concern and respect for fellow students. Application Deadline: April 30, 1988. CERTIFIED GENERAL ACCOUNTANTS OF B.C. Offers awards of up to $300 toward C.B.A. tuition fees to a graduate of the Junior Accountant Program. The award is based on achieve¬ ment and may go to a graduating student or recent graduate. Application Deadline: May 27, 1988. THE CANADIAN NATIONAL RAILWAY SCHOLARSHIP FOR WOMEN IN TRADES The Canadian National Railway gives a $600.00 Scholarship annually. This Scholarship is available to women students in Power Engineering, Electronics, Electricity, Drafting, Carpentry and Printing Production. Students must be attending in the Fall. Application Deadline: July 29, 1988. THE CREDIT UNION FOUNDATION OF BRITISH COLUMBIA Offers Bursary Awards totalling $300.00 to V.V.I, students. It is the desire of the Foundation that the bursary be awarded to a Canadian citizen who, without assistance, might otherwise have difficulty completing his or her studies by reason of financial hardship. The student should be a member of a Credit Union. Appli¬ cation Deadline: April 30, 1988. Vancouver Community College, Vancouver Vocational Institute TO DEPARTMENT HEADS - 2 - BURSARIES AND SCHOLARSHIPS ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION MOUNT PLEASANT BRANCH, #177 Offers bursaries of $200.00 each to V.V.I. Nursing Aide students. Eligible students should demonstrate financial need and satisfactory progress in the program. Students must intend to work in geriatrics. Applications will be considered from all students with preference given to relatives of war veterans. Additional Informa¬ tion is available from the Financial Aid Department. Application Deadline: April 30, 1988. THE ELLEN SHELLINGTON ENDOWMENT FUND To honour the hard work and dedication of former Nursing Department Head, this endowment fund provides bursary awards to students in the final level of the Practical Nursing/Orderly programs. Three awards of $150.00 are available annually. Awards are based on achievement, need and the recommendation of the Department Head. Application Deadline: April 30, 1988 THE KEN WHEELER ENDOWMENT FUND To honour the hard work and dedication of former Electronics Depart¬ ment Head, this endowment fund provides a number of bursaries of $200.00 for Electronics students. The awards are based on achieve¬ ment, need and the recommendation of the Department Head. Application Deadline: April 30, 1988. WHISTLER MOUNTAIN SKI CORPORATION - JACK GOODALE MEMORIAL AWARD Friends and co-workers of the late Jack Goodale established this fund to honour the memory of Jack Goodale, former employee of the Whistler Ski Corporation. The fund provides an annual award to assist an enrolled V.V.I, student. First preference is given to a student who is an employee or a near relative of an employee of the Whistler Mountain Ski Corporation. Otherwise, the award may go to a student from Whistler, Pemberton or Squamish areas. Selection is made by the donor in consultation with the Financial Aid Office. Application Deadline: April 30, 1988. XEROX CANADA INC. AWARD Provides awards of $125.00 annually to graduates in the Electronics Programs, on the basis of overall performance. The recipients of the awards will be selected by the V.V.I. Awards Committee upon considering the recommendation of the Department Head. Application Deadline: April 30, 1988. . THE CHAIM ZBAR ENDOWMENT FUND Was established by Mr. Zbar to provide an annual award to Dental Assistant students. The awards are to be based on academic achievement, financial need and the recommendation of the Department Head. Award amounts vary and are approximately $200.00. Application Deadline: April 30, 1988. PLEASE POST Vancouver Community College, Vancouver Vocational Institute WINTER TUNE-UP RESULTS KEC WINS COLLEGE CHALLENGE! - J. Blake - Honourable Mentions go to...Contin- King Edward Campus walked away with the VCC Challenge Fitness Award with 58 participants, a 16% participation rate based on 368 employees. uing Education Nursing and Health with 83% participation, 235 points total (average 47 points/person); Purchasing with 50% participation, 201 points total (average 67 points per person) Central Administration/Continuing Education had a 12% participation rate; VVI 10%; and, Langara 4%. Departmental Challenge Awards go to: * King Edward Campus - KEC Security and Administration tied with 100% participation. Security totalled 408 points, (average of 80 points/person); Admini¬ stration totalled 1097 points (average 61 points/person) - Honourable Mentions go to. .Financial _ Aid with 75% participation, 165 points total (average 55 points/person); Math with 73% participation, 334 points total (average of 42 points/person); Counsel 1inq with 66% participation, 731 points (average 66 points/person);' ABE Science with 54% participation, 300 points (average 43 points/person) * langara - Food Services had 100% partici¬ pation with 238 points total (average 60 points/person) * Vancouver Vocational Institute - Library an^ Counsel 1ing tied with 100% partici¬ pation.. .Counsel! ing totalled 487 points (average 49 points/person); Library had 335 points total (average 42 points/ person) - Honourable Mention goes to Canada Employment and Immigration Centre at VVI who had 92% participation, 586 CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL WHO PARTICIPATED!! The following participants achieved the noted category of fitness awards: Fitness Achievtment AwarJ {35 points) Ashworth, Joanna Hudson, Aldyen Behnlce, Ruth Jarret, Joyce Bennett. Minam Joughin, Eleanor Qradshaw, Hichele lazar, Thomas Calvert, Tracy Ripley, Robin Chan-Henry. Eddie ftippel. Joan Cullen, Pat Sharon, Doreen Funk, Jim Stevens. Susan Gendron, Cathy Wie^e, Frieda Hill, Bill Suoerflt Fitness Award (50 points) Abbmante, Angela BalUn, Peter 3aty, Bonnie Bromley, Ruth Burnett, Joan Cheng, Detty Cheung, Amy Clarkson, Allan Cockell, Jean Cooke, Elaine Dawson, Catherine Oevakos, Elizabeth Dorratt, Maureen Lannard, Wendy Lee, Christine Lin, Anne MacLeod, Joan Margetson, Jane MeClure, Sharon Hlller, Greg Hontigny, Vlckkl Nfshlkawa, Cathy Owens, Pan Akin, Gillian * Continuing Education/Central Administra¬ Cahill, Val Andretta, Keith Slenert, VI Blake, Jean Bowen, Ed and the Bursar's Office tied with 100% participation. Buildings and Grounds had 298 points total (average 60 points, person); Personnel had 417 points total (average 52 points per person); Bursar's Office totalled 130 points (average 65 points/person) Fast, Lawrence Felker, lei Fleming, Ma* Francis, Carol Fremont, Jean Gagmm, France Groves, Patricia Hamaura, Bob Holmwood, Mike Hwang, nil tan Jones, Sandra Knight, Tnsh Pawelchak, Gordon Perret, Cathy Redman, Myrna Rudolph, Gordon Saviozzi, Pat Schofer, Roger Tickell, Joanne Toporowski, Srenda Uaddell, Noraan Yip, Fanny Suoerjock Fitness Award (75 points) points total (average of 53 points/ person) tion - Buildings and Grounds, Personnel, Eaworthy, Gerf-y Cant, Malcolm Oavindor, Sam Fraser, Duncan Glbbs, Sharon Glrvan, Shirley Greenall, Oave Herllck, Lorraine Hoffman, Joan Houldson, Loren Husband, Thome Joseph, Levi Kotaska, Jan Kremer, Oalton Lewlndon, Sam Lindsay, Lizz Macintosh, Linda Mann, Sar Hay, Pat l!c