it ¦ 1 VANCOUVER 1 COMMUNITY 1 COLLEGE 1 Vancouver Community College r> City Centre ubrary MAR 1 0 1994 250 West Pender Street March 8, 1994 MARCH IS LEARNING DISABILITIES AWARENESS MONTH A learning disability (LD) is a handicap which affects the manner in which individuals take in information, retain it, and express the knowledge and understanding they possess. The most serious and common deficits in adults with LD are in reading comprehension, spelling, mechanics of writing, math computation, and/or problem solving. Less frequent, but no less troublesome, are problems in organizational skills, time management, and test-taking strategies. For most adults with LD, language based and/or perceptual problems are still evident. CITY CENTRE been revised several times to reflect our increase in awareness that learning disabilities do not disappear in adulthood. As information was disseminated about learning disabilities, there was no longer the necessity to refer to previous nomenclature such as aphasia. Moreover, the children with learning disabilities identified in the 1970s have reached adulthood and they themselves, their parents, and professionals have come to realize that a learning disability is a lifelong condition and, t hu s, the definition needed to be revised. The most widely accepted revision was developed in 1981 (revised in 1988) by the National Joint Committee on Learning Disabilities. The most widely Committee on Handicapped Children and later incorporated into the Education for disorders are intrinsic to the individual presumed to be due to central nervous system dysfunction, and many occur across the life span. Problems in self-regulatory behaviour, social perception, and social interaction may exist with learning disabilities but do not by themselves constitute a learning disability. Although learning disabilities may occur concomitantly with other handicapping conditions (for example, sensory impairment, mental retardation, serious emotional disturbance) or with extrinsic influences (such as cultural differences, insufficient or inappropria t e instruction), they are not the result of those conditions or influences. It states: accepted formal definition of learning disabilities was formulated in 1968 by the National Advisory Vancouver, B.C. V6B 1S9 Learning disabilities is a general term that refers to a heterogenous group of disorders manifested by significant difficulties in the The major underlying disorders in basic psychological processes include difficulties in discrimination (eg., in perceiving All Handicapped Children Act of 1975, Public Law 94-142. listening, speaking, differences between two similar but unlike sounds, words, or reading, writing, reasoning, or what is heard or seen, The definition has mathematical abilities. These one knows either acquisition and use of symbols), in retaining and in expressing what I through oral or written language. Lack of experience and knowledge about will be held at 8:00 p.m., on Friday, April 8 in the Assembly Hall, City Centre Campus. found their way into learning disabilities among college and university personnel has caused some individuals to confuse the individual with LD with the retarded individual. students with LD are not mentally retarded. It may be helpful to keep in mind that Niels Bohr, Albert Einstein, Seven graduating students will present individual minicollections of their work. For further information call 4438380. Thank you. individuals, all had learning disabilities. Donald Oakes A second common unmotivated or lazy and, therefore, do not achieve to the level of their potential. In fact, neither is the case for most college students with LD who often work twice or three times as hard as their nonLD classmates to achieve the same goals. In fact, taking longer to complete reading assignments, papers, and/or exams is a result of the continuing effects of their learning disability. {Susan Vogel, College Students with Learning Disabilities: A Handbook. 1993> LOWER MAINLAND COUNSELLORS TOUR CITY CENTRE The Continuing Education Division Fashion Arts Certificate Program GRADUATE FASHION SHOW - FIAT MODE IV - watched demonstrations and questioned instructors; they met up with their former students, and they "stopped to shop" at the deli and bakery. By noon the group was exhausted, and more than ready to relax in the Banquet Room, where they appreciated and applauded the Asian buffet lunch, presented by Condy Leung and his students. On Thursday, March 3, We asked those who the Counselling and Advising Centre hosted approximately 70 stayed for lunch to complete a short visitors who spent that morning touring City Centre. Our guests were lower mainland high school counsellors and career preparation teachers. Representatives came from schools as far evaluation form. An impressive 56 evaluations were returned. Everyone reported that the visit was very useful. We asked, "What were some of the highlights?" and time after time their apart as Abbotsford responses referred to and Aldergrove, Maple the opportunity to see Ridge and Mission, North Delta and North students in action in the classrooms, labs and kitchens. They repeatedly commented Vancouver. A total of thirty-four schools were represented. Upon arrival on campus at 8:30 a.m., our visitors enjoyed a CE GRADUATE FASHION SHOW every corner of the campus, from the ninth floor to the basement: they were welcomed into classrooms, labs and kitchens; they Tickets cost $10 and are available at the City Centre CE Office. Thomas Edison, and Woodrow Wilson, among other eminent misperception is that students with LD are counsellors and support staff from the Counselling and Advising Centre. These touring groups on the friendliness and helpfulness of instructors who accommodated the interruptions and sociable continental found time to talk breakfast prepared and the Hospitality Administration about their programs and students, and to answer questions. They were impressed program. A number of not only with the small groups then instructors and students, but also served by students in toured the campus from 9:30 to noon, with the industrious shepherded by atmosphere on campus, CITYFEST 194 Redmond, 871-7006. Wait! Before you pack your bag to head out The Vancouver relevant nature of the training which takes of the lower mainland place here. for the Victoria Day Society was conceived in a Vancouver living room in November 1992 and certainly they gained an appreciation of the practical and week-end in May, consider "CityFest '94" - Celebration of Cultural Diversity", Community Festival when a group of people who had been dreaming The group also told us that an invitation to lunch at City Centre is an opportunity not May 20th to May 22 nd to be missed. Our at Vancouver Community locally-oriented folk festival get together reputation for fine College's King Edward Campus, 1155 East With a few hundred food, good service and hospitality is well established, and the offer of a meal guarantees us a response to any invitation we send out. We can thank the instructors and students in the Hospitality Administration program and the Asian Culinary Arts program Broadway. This festival, co-sponsored by a new group called of a non-commercial, to talk about it. dollars of seed money and several hundred hours of volunteer the Vancouver time, public meetings Community Festival were held, collective Society and Vancouver Community College, goals and principles will kick-off at 7 p.m. on Friday and follow through until 4 o'clock Sunday afternoon. It will include music, dance, drama, workshops, set, benefits were put on, a constitution and mission statement developed, and the mythical festival gradually became a reality. An essential partnership with (especially Dave Donaldson and Condy Leung) for ably upholding our reputation on March Greater Vancouver College was formed by a happy coincidence: The Society was 3rd. But once we got them on campus and in Regional District's rich store of artists and the College was storytelling, displays, and arts and crafts from the contact with other and performers. Food instructors and other programs, it was clear will be available at to our visitors that there is a whole lot more to City Centre than a good meal. This was an excellent opportunity to spread the word about our programs, and was a successful cooperative event involving all departments. The evaluations are on file in the Counselling and Advising Centre if anyone would like to read them. We hope you look forward as much as we do to doing this again. Counselling and Advising Committee reasonable prices. This user-friendly intercultural event has no admission fee donations are welcome and buttons will be Vancouver Community looking for a venue looking to revive and expand its once annual intercultural celebration. The Vancouver Community Festival Society and Vancouver Community College are working sold. together to make CityFest '94 a Everyone is welcome to fiscally responsible, culturally diversive, exciting, accessible event. See you there 1 simply come and enjoy the week-end. If you want to volunteer, perform, teach, or display, you need to fill out a CityFest '94 Participant Application. Performances involving Contact Barbara Jackson at 254-5401 (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays) or 2552258. audience participation are strongly encouraged . Applications are available from Vancouver Community College and other community locations. Call Simon Treveylyan, 985-3686, or Myrna LIBRARY NEWS New videos in the library: The Glass Ceiling The Secrets of Making ( Good Grades The following are the deadline dates to the New equipment in the library: end of the year: The library now has a copycard - operated laser printer for student use, located in the Student Computer Lab. It costs 10 cents per page and students must use a copycard to access it. Copycards can be purchased at the library circulation counter in $2 or $10 denominations for this purpose. It will print from WordPerfect 5.1 only. Eva Sharell CLASSIFIEDS ( WANTED: Used Tools I am looking for all types of used garden tools. Must be in good condition. Pleased call Michele Davidson at 871-7174. WANTED: Pool Table I am looking for a pool table for my teen-age son's birthday. If interested in selling such an item, please contact Gwendolyn de Geest at 443-8553. CENTRICITY DEADLINE Please note that the deadline for submissions for Centricity is every second Monday at noon. The next deadline date is March 21, 1994. March 21, 1994 April 4, 1994 April 18, 1994 May 2, 1994 May 16, 1994 May 30, 1994 June 13, 1994 June 27, 1994 July 11, 1994 July 25, 1994 August 8, 1994 August 22, 1994 September 5, 1994 September 19, 1994 October 3, 1994 October 17, 1994 October 31, 1994 November 14, 1994 November 28, 1994 December 12, 1994 VANCOUVER COMMUNITY COLLEGE Alumni Association Editor Centricity VCC City Centre March 2, 1994 ALUMNI HELP STUDENTS IN NEED The VCC Alumni Association is pleased to announce that we have just completed our first fundraising campaign with VCC Alumni! Over the last few months, we organized an effort to establish the new Alumni Emergency Fund. Alumni members who graduated pre 1984 were contacted by volunteer alumn and asked if they could support current VCC students facing financial difficulties. Response from graduates was very positive! This first effort raised $1,500.00 to lend support to VCC students needing help with a variety of school related expenses ~ assessment fees, books, bus passes etc. These funds have now been distributed and will be administered by the Financial Aid offices at City Centre, King Edward and Langara campuses. Students should see the Financial Aid office at their campus for more information. We expect this campaign to become an annual Alumni effort, and will accept donations year round. Please call us at local 7147 to help - donations are tax deductible! The VCC Alumni Association was established in 1987 to maintain a relationship with VCC graduates through newsletters, networking opportunties and reunions. Tracy Manrell Alumni Relations Local 7147 1155 East Broadway, Box 24700, Station 'F', Vancouver, B.'C. VST 4N4 Tel: (604) 871-7147 Fax: (604) 871-7200 VANCOUVER COMMUNITY COLLEGE ( Alumni Association MEMO TO: City Centre Faculty FOR CLASSROOM ANNOUNCEMENT FROM: Tracy Manrell, Alumni Relations Coordinator DATE: March 1, 1994 V. C. a ALUMNI ASSOCIATION HOSTS FIFTH ANNUAL CAREER FAIR AT CITY CENTRE Please help us to advertise the Career Fair to City Centre students by announcing it in your classes and encouraging your students to attend. The Career Fair is a one day event where potential employers come together to meet VCC students and graduatesI This is a valuable opportunity for your students to apply for available jobs, learn more about career options, ask questions of company recruiters and discover services available to support them in their current or future job searches. We encourage students to consider the Fair as a job interview: bring resumes and be aware that the exhibitors they meet currently work in that company's personnel department1. WHEN: Thursday, March 17, 1994 WHERE: Main Foyer, VCC City Centre, 250 West Pender Street WHO: To date, 19 businesses, professional associations and community groups have registered to: * recruit new employees (permanent or summer positions) * provide information on specific career areas or professions * display services, programs and options available to people seeking work WHY: Because in today's fast paced world of work, everybody needs help with career planning and job finding - especially students and recent graduates. The Alumni Association is concerned with providing support to graduates of the college and our future members, VCC STUDENTS! FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Tracy Manrell Alumni Relations Coordinator 871-7147 ** In the week prior to the Fair, Career Fair newsletters listing all exhibitors will be available in the Counselling Department or by calling the Alumni office at local 7147. 1155 East Broadway, Box 24700, Station 'F', Vancouver, B.C. VST 4N4 Tel: (604) 871-7147 Fax: (604) 871-7200 FIFTH ANNUAL CAREER FAIR ATVCC! >*. i ORGANIZED BYTHEVCC ALUMNI ASSOCIATION * " VANCO«yc;» COMMDfNITV COLLE6e CAREER FAIR For a Career • meet recruiters from Dozens of Fields! FREE ADMISSION! Apply for jobs, explore options or ask career related questions of the people who do the hiring in vancouver! Thursday March 17,1994 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM VCC City Centre 250 WEST PENDER STREET • VANCOUVER For More Info call 871 -7147 • organized by vcc alumni Assocation THE ALUMNI ASSN. EXTENDS A WARM INVITATION TO STUDENTS, GRADS AND ALL OTHERS SEEKING EMPLOYMENT! / It is not recommended that guests accompany participants as neither the schedule nor the arrangements make that feasible TESTIMONIALS Activities occur from 4 00 pm, Sunday through 100 pm Friday, including most evenings Plan to attend for the full week, from Sunday June 12 until Friday June 17 "We went home invigorated, committed, supported and determined to continue our pursuit of excellence m college You will be experiencing a process that requires your full instruction " participation from the very beginning to the very end If you are unable to comply with these guidelines, then please Joanne Thompson Northwest Community College consider attending another year. ENROLLMENT IS LIMITED TO 40 PERSONS FROM A VARIETY OF DISCIPLINES The deadline for reservations is Monday, May 2,1994 To ensure a quality experience, enrollment must be limited to the first 40 persons who apply If your application is received after the maximum has been reached, it will be returned with your cheque If you are accepted you will receive a full package of details, instructions and directions to help you in your planning CANCELLATION POLICY If you cancel your plans by Friday, May 6,1994, your tuition will be refunded, except for a $50 administration fee If you cancel after May 6,1994, you will receive a $200 refund This Ninth Canadian Rockies Great Teachers' Seminar has been initiated for the benefit of post-secondary educators in Canada by Grant MacEwan Community College with administrative support provided by the Faculty Development office For further information contact: Faculty Development Grant MacEwan Community College City Centre Campus A318,10700-104 Avenue Edmonton, Alberta T5J 4S2 (403)497-5288 FAX (403)497-5395 m "The seminar was as refreshing as the serenely beautiful lake m its mountainous surroundings The participants' input into the daily agenda formed a unique component of the whole format, it gave us a sense of ownership It was, indeed, an exhilarating experience" Knsh Manickum Arctic College "It is my perception that the effectiveness of the Great Teachers' seminar as a professional development activity can be attributed to three important factors Firstly, the entire activity is experiential in nature, the value of which has been well-documented m the adult educational literature Secondly, the collective wealth of knowledge and experience that is available when such a diverse group of instructors gather in one place to collaborate and network far exceeds the value of listening to an 'expert' give a two-hour presentation Finally, as a participant in this process, there is a re¬ affirmation that your effectiveness as an instructor is inherently related to your perception of yourself as a lifelong learner, in an ongoing attempt to facilitate learning m the classroom" Sheldon Brown Western Community College, Newfoundland "To spend five days away from one's desk discussing and witnessing teaching in all aspects with other teachers is m itself a real treat To find that the problems you are wrestling with are not vours alone, and that there are solutions to most of these problems is very comforting" CANADIAN ROCKIES GREAT TEACHERS' SEMINAR Toward Improving Post-Secondary Instruction Tony Fell Grant MacEwan Community College Nakoda Lodge Grant MacEwan Community College Pnn ¦; recycled paper Kananaskis Region, Alberta, Canada June 12-17,1994 Coordinated by Grant MacEwan C numty College MIAN ROCKIES GREAT TEACHERS' SEMINAR In the search [or professional excellence, there is so mich more beyond n teaching field or an educational 'peaaliznhon that a communitij college educator must [now, iiijdersltind,and believe m.yel there are few inofesswnal development opportunihes available for 'hose who recognize the need for conhniioiis mspimtion and growth The Great Teachers' Seminar vrovules an opportunity for faculty to live and share tor an extended period of tune with peers representing i wide range of specmlties, talents, experiences and interests David Goltshall THE SEMINAR A THE SITE representing a wide vaneh of subject matter areas, will gather for a rooms, as well as three suites and a boardroom Replete w ith nch week-long, mtensH e seminar which prm idis an opportunity to oak finishing, a massive stone fireplace in the dining room, and learn about and reflect on the current challenges faced bv educators splendid native artwork, the lodge has the ambience ol a simpler in post-secondary institutions The format, which is purposely time Combined with this rustic charm are all the modern con\ emences For those who want to relax and unwind, a sw imming pool, pcuzzi Participants w ill leam, w ith their fellow educators, through and sauna are available For those who prefer to unwind outdoors, discussion and exploration of teaching strategies, mno\ ations, there is a nature trail around the trout-stocked lake, and canoes are problems and solutions a\ ailable to rent Horseback riding, fishing, photography, The theme underlying all seminar activities is the perpetual challenge to characterize and define the Great Teacher" All postsecondary faculty, experienced or inexperienced, are im ited to take advantage of this unique professional de\ elopmenl opportunity Whitewater rafting and gollmg are also popular actn ities PURPOSE to attract those w ho are stro ing to be great An added feature of the lodge is the Nakoda Museum and Native Art Gallery The Nakoda Learning Centre contains an extensive library, archives, films and photographs on the Stoney people. Native handicrafts are available in the souvenir shop Set in the Kananaskis region on the eastern slopes of the Rockies, overlooking tranquil Chief Hector Lake, Nakoda Lodge is secluded, yet easily accessible by Highway 1 orlAhalfway betw een Calgary and Banff • To practice ralional anal)sii of mslraclional problems and lo find realistic, creative approaches to their solution » To cause educators to venture beyond the limits of their own speaatiistons and envuoranents m search of transferable ideas and the uraversals of leaching ' To stimulate the exchange of information and ideas h ithin pebt secondary institutions by building an expanding communjcatons network among faculty THE STAFF David Gottshall, founder of thell-year old Great Teachen' REGISTRATION INFORMATION Total tuition (or each participant is $765 (Canadian funds) plus 7% GST for a semi-pmate room In addition to room and linens, this includes meals, and other expenses except your own transportation Ground transportation for participants is provided from Calgary • To promote an attitude of introspection and self-appraisal by providing a relaxed setting and an open, human climate in which International Airport and from the train or bus station m Banff for those who require it participants may senously reflect on their attitudes, methods and behaviour as teachers. • To celebrate good teaching z cc aj X < Is « u < O P- v? o z ^ ^ 5 3 2 — =3 5 UJ G Uzs c_ z- 5 > x 3: ^ S "" W s CO V 2 < UJ /¦ ^ si's ro n co m ^ r* cn l.- *2 o v 1 h 3<3 O^^ as cn i CH 3 rv 3 ^ ""T + LU CJ 2 D uj H sS § £: 0! o X 2 < Q < 2 < O S3u| 2o' "J . a"* O i'i _) Seminars, will direct the Canadian Rockies Great Teachers' Seminar, assisted by experienced faculty facilitators o u cn" The seminar is not meant to be a "reward" for accomplished teachers, it is not limited to the already "great", ra'her it is designeu u in Nakoda Lodge, built in traditional log cabm st\ le, has 50 guest week progresses o < Z Li] CO Community college, instiljle and uni\ en>ilv educitors, unstnictured, evolves from an ongoing needs asse»inent as the rr Cos'T- < D 2 2 < * i: o 53 o u 3 a o a < 2 — HO 2 o Q < £ £^2 2 u o 0 2 1 u < ui t— u s g £ o , , , , Roseburg, OR 97470 Pacific NW Great Teachers Seminar June 19-23, 1994 Name Phone Teaching Field/Position College College Address City/State/Zip Please make checks payable to "Pacific Northwest Great Teachers Seminar" and send to: Robert Johnson, Director Pacific Northwest Great Teachers Seminar Umpqua Community College P.O. Box 967, Roseburg, OR 97470-0226 Phone: (503) 440-4600, Ext. 605 Y.'hat Is the Great Teachers Seminar? >¦ A five-day exchange of teaching ideas, innovations and techniques » A focus on the challenges of teaching in the community college >- An opportunity to meet stimulating colleagues from other colleges and other You will spend five days with colleagues who share your inteiests in good teaching. Intensive discussions and provocative demonstrations will be punctuated by daily social hours, a variety of recreational possibilities, occasional lapses of decorum, casual talk, and time to browse in the library of materials from each college. disciplines An academic-year-end retreat, offering the chance to reflect and relax in a magnificent country lodge A source of new teaching ideas for your college A celebration of teaching and a search for the ideal of the "great teacher" What Will We Do? How Should You Prepare? Come prepared to share with colleagues: (1) a personally-attempted instructional innovationmodest or astounding-and (2) an instructional problem that you have confronted. Further, please bring one especially thought-provoking book for temporary inclusion in the Seminar library. (You may reclaim the book at the end of the week.) Who's Coming? Any educator, novice or veteran, searching for new instructional ideas and for the ideal of the "great teacher" is welcome. Nearly 400 par¬ ticipants have come to the Seminar from their colleges in Oregon, Washington, California, Utah, Minnesota, Wyoming, Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, Montana, Illinois, Alaska, Texas, Guam, Hawaii, Canada and China. They represent virtually every teaching field across the spectrum of tech-prep, college transfer, and developmental programs. Although most participants are teachers, anyone with an interest in undergraduate instruc¬ tion (such as counselors, librarians, staff develop¬ ers, and administrators) will find the Seminar valuable. Optionally, if you would like to demonstrate a The Seminar will develop around a discussion of ideas about teaching and learning in the com¬ munity college. The week begins with discussion of innova¬ tions and issues presented by you and your col¬ leagues. Then, turning to themes that emerge from these initial discussions, groups will consid¬ er such topics as: >- How can we help our students become active learners and thinkers? *¦ How can we coordinate classes across disci¬ plines? How can we deal with student diversity? How can we deal with problem students and students' problems? How can we find out what students have learned? What do we mean by "professional growth" and how do we do it? A unique format draws on the ideas, innovations, and problems presented by the participants themselves: You will be one of the "guest experts." special instructional activity, technique, or device that you have found to be particularly effective, you will have the opportunity. How do you reserve a place? The registration fee of $375 includes room, meals, and all other expenses except transporta¬ Where Will We Be? The Menucha Conference Center, in the Co¬ lumbia Gorge on the east edge of Portland, provides the perfect Seminar site. In a natural setting, high on a bluff, Menucha commands vistas of the Columbia River. One hundred acres of woodlands and gardens surround the comfortable Seminar facilities that once were the country estate of former Oregon Governor, Julius Meier. Hiking trails, a swimming pool, and a tennis court lie near the venerable lodge, where the Great Hall, adorned with wood carv¬ ings, is dominated by a massive stone fireplace. Group living arrangements include dormitory rooms with sleeping porches, conversational nooks, commodious overstuffed couches, and sumptuous family-style meals. tion. Enrollment is limited to the first 30 appli¬ cants (3 per college maximum). The registration deadline is April 20. Because the Seminar is usually oversubscribed, we urge you to make your reservations soon. If necessary, payment may be made after the registration deadhne. Who are the staff? Each of the five staff members is a former Seminar participant. All are experienced com¬ munity college educators, representing a variety of disciplines and community colleges: Marilyn Anderson - Bellevue CC - Pam Arsenault - Mt. Hood CC Bob Johnson - Umpqua CC Ann McCartney - Shoreline CC >- Chuck Plummer - Umpqua CC