PIONEER Book Mania Student CD Helps with Résumés

Oklahoma City Community College Inside Aug. 29, 2005 This Week • We all have rights, editorial, p. 2. • No tolerance on plagiarism, p. 4. • Flag football sign-ups get started, p. 8. • Photography Club makes plans, p. 10. PIONEER Book mania Student CD helps with résumés

By Megan Bryce News Writing Student

tudents may want to add another SCD to their collections this semester — one that could help them land jobs. Student Life Employment Services has offered students a CD to help with job hunts for some time now. However, they have now added a new CD offering résumé building capabilities. Employment Services Coordinator Linda Fay created the CD, Résumés Etc., with the help of Sheila Aldridge, Employ- ment Services Adviser. Photo by Holly Jones Employment Services has offered résumé-building help for some time now, Janelle Ramirez cheerfully helps students at the bookstore during the first week of classes. The line lead- just in a different format. ing to the registers wrapped all the way around the store on the first day of the semester. “Rather than it being on a diskette... it will be on a CD format,” Fay said. Fay created the original diskette about a year ago, she said, but wanted to add more information for students. College president outlines Aldridge said the latest program will be more advanced. It shows example résumés for special circumstances such as career changes, future plans for OKCCC she said. There also is résumé advice for people who have been convicted of a About 100 students, in- felony. By Christiana Kostura cluding work-study positions, Fay said the disk offers numerous ex- Editor have been hired this semes- amples of résumés that students can ter, he said. use as guidelines. It also has examples Students are pleased with of different resumes to use for specific jobs, she said. reating more student the plan. Fay said new employee Erik Hedges, jobs on campus is part “I want to work here in en- C Student Life Technician, helped compile of an effort — the Vision of rollment management,” said the information for the CD and made the Future — to connect Nikki Horn, freshman stu- clickable links. OKCCC to its community. dent. She said she hopes the “Although the majority who will use “We must involve our stu- initiative may give her that this disk [are] students, anyone else is dents as employees of Okla- chance. welcome to use it,” Aldridge said. homa City Community Col- Another area Todd outlined Visionof Students like the idea of the free in- lege,” said Dr. Bob Todd, in the Vision of the Future is formation. OKCCC president, as he out- community outreach. theFuture “It’s a good idea because I don’t know lined the idea at the 2005 Expanding community how [to create a résumé],” said Regina Employee Convocation. education, which includes Woods, OKCCC sophomore. “I would In accordance with the assisting the growing senior √Studentemployment want one.” plan, students will be em- citizen and Hispanic popula- The CD will be available in the Stu- ployed in selected jobs at the tions, is a key component, dent Life Employment Services offices, college. “Student employment Todd said. √Communityoutreach located on the first floor of main build- will provide valuable work ex- ing beginning Sept. 13. perience that can be helpful √Moreconstruction Office hours are Monday through Fri- in their future careers,” Todd See “Vision,” page 12 day from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or by appoint- said. ment. 2 • PIONEER • Aug. 29, 2005 Editorial and Opinion Editorial Student success admirable

To the editor: ing to the nursing program this list, and I am honored I am writing you because at OU next year. to say that they all attended Agree to disagree I was unsure who to con- Mary Vick will graduate my wedding to Stanford K. tact at OKCCC about sev- in December from Smith Lester this last May. When Cindy Sheehan left “Camp Casey” last eral former students who College, an Ivy League I feel they are great ex- week, her voice lived on through the dozens of anti- have attended and gradu- school, having attended amples of what can happen war protestors planted in front of President Bush’s ated from OKCCC. I find with a full scholarship. after graduating OKCCC if Texas ranch who had joined her fight. these people, a group of Stanford K. Lester will people are determined, ap- Bush’s neighbors are anything but happy with friends I met while attend- receive a B.A. from Mar- ply themselves, and work that mob of protestors. ing the community college quette University, a private hard. Putting aside the motives either side may have, myself, truly remarkable. Jesuit university, after hav- —Monica S. Gallamore both sides of the spectrum are right in what they’re They all became dear ing received the Ignatius OKCCC Graduate doing, all thanks to freedom of speech and the right friends, and truly family Scholarship for under- to assemble peaceably. members. I feel that their graduates, and is applying While one side is against the war and Bush, the accomplishments should to graduate school. other side just wants the peaceful neighborhood be shared somehow with Kathi Nehls, received a they had before the sit-in began Aug. 6. PIONEER the current students at B.A from the University of Sheehan has every right to picket in front of Vol. 34 No. 2 Bush’s ranch, demanding an audience with him OKCCC to show what can Central Oklahoma, and is Christiana Kostura...... Editor to discuss the Iraq war and ask why her son Casey happen after you graduate beginning graduate school Richard Hall...... Staff Writer had to become a statistic in a war even the presi- with an associate degree. at the University of Geor- Matthew Caban...... Staff Writer dent can’t justify. Here is some basic infor- gia, with a full scholarship, John Savage...... Staff Writer And the naysayers will just declare “her son mation about the alumni. including a teaching-assis- Holly Jones...... Photographer should have known what he was getting into when Alicia Kopisch graduated tant position. Caroline Ting...... Ad Manager he signed up” or throw her ideals to the burner with a B.A. from the Uni- Brenda Estrada received Melissa Guice.....Online Editor because she’s some “liberal nut.” versity of Oklahoma. a B.B.A. in International Daniel Lapham....Lab Assistant Ah, the joys of freedom. Amy Kopisch, graduated Business and Marketing Ronna Austin...... Lab Director Sue Hinton...... Faculty Adviser Because of wars and the soldiers who fall in them, with a B.S. and 4.0 GPA with a minor in Spanish. I can now write this piece just as Sheehan can from OU, and is on her way I received a B.A from OU The PIONEER is a publica- mourn publicly, naysayers can naysay, protestors to a full scholarship for and will receive my M.A. tion of Oklahoma City Com- can protest and neighbors can complain. graduate work at the Uni- from Marquette University munity College through the It seems throughout the to-and-fro in the game versity of Nebraska. in the spring of 2006, where Division of Arts and Humani- of “Who’s Right?” a couple of points have been ne- Joe Micah Williams, I am attending with a full ties. It is published weekly glected, like the one presented now. graduated with a B.A. from scholarship, which in- during the fall and spring se- mesters and the eight-week So I’ll be the first to say thank you to the found- the University of Texas, cludes a T.A. position. I am summer session. ing fathers, the dead and dying soldiers, and the Austin, and now is at the currently planning to apply young men and women who look forward to serv- All opinions expressed are South Texas College of Law for Ph.D. programs for the those of the author and do not ing the people of the United States. in Houston. 2006-2007 academic year. necessarily represent those of It feels like the nation needs more protestors, less Melody H. Gallamore, my I have traveled to Europe the publisher. silence, more honesty, fewer secrets, more togeth- sister, graduated with a on more than one occasion The PIONEER welcomes let- erness, less division. B.S. from OU, and is apply- with many of the people on ters to the editor and encour- People do things they don’t want to do, but have ages the use of this publica- to do. Just as you and I wake up every morning to tion as a community forum. go to work, a soldier has the duty to protect those All letters must include the he or she serves, even if he or she is in total dis- author’s name, address, agreement with the reason why. phone number and signature. Sheehan didn’t ask anyone to agree with her. She However, the PIONEER will just wanted people to take notice, listen and un- withhold the name if the re- quest is made in writing. The derstand. PIONEER has the right to edit The soldiers aren’t asking anyone to agree with all letters and submissions for why they’re there. They only ask for support be- length, libel and obscenity. cause they have to be there. Letters to the editor can be Perhaps if America had listened in the first place, delivered in person to the PIO- Sheehan’s son and the other 1,800-plus U.S. sol- NEER office, mailed to: Pio- diers would be alive today. neer Editor, 7777 S. May, Or maybe we did too much listening to the wrong Oklahoma City, Oklahoma person and it’s taken us more than two years to 73159 or faxed to 682-7818. figure it out. Letters may also be e-mailed to [email protected]. A phone Whatever the case is, it’s become evident people number for verification must are questioning things more and more, and voices be included. like Sheehan are gaining listeners left and right. The PIONEER can be ac- When we don’t exercise our rights and freedoms, cessed on the Internet at: they disappear. Let’s avoid that by speaking up and www.okccc.edu/pioneer. acting out, just as Sheehan did. You don’t agree? Good — you’re learning. —Richard Hall Staff Writer Aug. 29, 2005 • PIONEER • 3 Comments and Reviews You can’t teach an old Madden game new tricks As the summer ends and Manning’s field vision similar to NCAA 2006. fall approaches that can lights up almost half the The kicking game in this mean only one thing — foot- field while Kerry Collins’ vi- year’s Madden is a love/ Welcome to all the new and returning students. ball season is here. This sion couldn’t light a jack o’ hate relationship. If you The beginning of the fall semester is an exciting year, EA Sports has bought lantern. have a good kicker then you time on campus. the coveted football license. The vision is supposed to won’t mind it. If you have Since last spring, we’ve had some changes in our Last year, the series took be a big improvement to an average kicker then 45- office. Jessica Jones, a Student Assistant, gradu- a huge hit from other com- the game but all it really yard field goals might as ated in May and is moving to Texas. We miss her petition, so what do you do does is add one more thing well be 63-yard field goals but are pleased she completed her education here when you run out of ideas the quarterback has to do because it will take a and is on her way to fulfilling her dreams. Porsha and make a bland game? before he snaps the ball. miracle for you not to Webb, an OKCCC student formerly a Work-Study Buy the NFL license so no- This can be too much to shank it like Ray Finkle. in Student Life, has recently taken her place. We’re body else can make the deal with and not worth the The soundtrack on Mad- excited to have Porsha as our new assistant and game. hassle or time it takes. den can be changed to your know you’ll enjoy meeting her. And that is exactly what Although the quarter- liking. The sounds on the We have a lot of activities coming up in Septem- EA did. So, now if you want back vision impairs the field seem authentic. ber. Please come by our office located in the Office to play Terrell Owens or ease of operating the game, Al Michaels and John of Student Life, main building, first floor, and say Ricky Williams, you have to at least this year the graph- Madden call the game, and hello anytime between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. If you’re purchase the only NFL ics look impressive. The add obvious reactions to looking for a job, log on to our College Central Net- game on the market — character models seem to the plays at hand. work website at www.collegecentral.com/okccc. Madden NFL ‘06. flow nicely. Overall, this is a decent We usually have 150 to 250 active jobs off cam- This year, Madden has Added this year are a few football game, but if you are pus including part-time, full-time, seasonal, degree changed a couple of things new tackle animations. looking for a game-break- required and internships. in its game modes. Some of the more popular ing new passing system, All students who upload a new résumé in Sep- One of the most notice- celebration animations are then you will need to wait tember will be eligible for a drawing at the end of able changes is the passing still present. until next year or turn the the month for a $50 Wal-Mart gift certificate. You schemes system. One of the game modes vision off. If you enjoy NFL don’t have to redo it; it’s easy to upload from a stan- Each quarterback has a is the ability for Xbox football rosters, then you dard format. Access to your résumé is restricted to different vision which is il- gamers to go online. An- have no other choice: go registered employers. lustrated on the field by other mode on Madden is tackle Madden. I rate this We recently completed a new Résumés, Etc. CD how much of the field is lit the Create a Superstar, game a 7 out of 10. with the help of Erik Hedges, our new Student Life up. which is the pros’ version —John Savage technician. It has résumé and cover letter instruc- For example, Payton of the Race for the Heisman Staff Writer tions, common templates plus examples for many majors and situations. We will give these to students beginning Sept. 13 at our Brown Bag Semi- Happily blindsided by new CD nar in CU2 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. We will demon- strate how to do effective résumés, cover letters, Blindside may be the best His versatility is shown in “We’re All Going To Die.” thank-you notes, and applications. Of course, you band you have never heard songs such as “Ask Me Lyrics such as “one voice are still welcome to come by the office individually of. Hailing from Sweden, Now” and “Fell In Love With whispers life through your for résumé assistance. this Scandinavian quartet The Game.” sorrow” and “don’t sing On Wednesday, Sept. 14, we will present Inter- has spent nearly a decade “Fell In Love With The your last lullaby” offer viewing to Win in CU2, from noon to 1 p.m. To be invading the underground Game” is easily among the hope. successful in securing a new job, you need to be club scene. best songs the band has Another good thing about prepared to answer tough questions at the inter- Following two releases for ever written. the album is the new view. We also are available to do a mock interview Elektra/3 Points, Blindside Blindside’s ability to sounds Blindside has with you in our office by appointment. has returned with another sound soft or loud is heard added. For students who work on campus either through potent batch of songs for throughout the album. In the song “My Alibi,” the the Federal Work Study Program or as a part-time new label DRT Entertain- Despite these obvious band uses programming college employee, we are hosting periodic events this ment. contrasts, “The Great De- similar to techno or dance fall. Our first one will be an Orientation on Friday, With their album “The pression” is a solid album music for the first time. Sept. 23 in CU2 from noon to 1 p.m. Great Depression,” the from beginning to end. As foreign as such Our Fall Job Fair is scheduled in the college union band displays its signature The band keeps up with sounds might be, Blindside from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 28. mix of alternative rock and their front man on each pulls it off. We’ve been fortunate to have a good selection of metal. song, whether he sounds It is refreshing to hear an- employers looking for students at our past fairs. This combination can be poetic or rips the paint off other great album from For success tips at the job fair, check the Events beautiful one moment and the walls. such an underappreciated page at www.okccc.edu/es and watch for a list of frightening the next. An interesting thing band. This album gets bet- employers in the Pioneer by Monday, Sept. 26. The band’s two sides about Blindside is how ter with every listen. —Linda Fay seem to revolve around clear their lyrics are dur- I give it 4.5 out 5. Employment singer Christian Lindskog’s ing the heavier songs. —Matthew Caban Services Coordinator vocal abilities. An example is the song, Staff Writer 4 • PIONEER • Aug. 29, 2005 Volunteer opportunties coming up

Horinek said students neighborhoods, and then to OKCCC student Kacie October and November By Kristin Vaughan will team up with OKC seed the sites with a wide Pierce said working with will offer more opportuni- News Writing Student Weed and Seed, a federally- range of crime and drug OKC Weed and Seed ties for students to lend a funded program that works prevention programs.” sounds interesting. helping hand, Horinek to combat urban issues Horinek said students “I would definitely attend said, by picking up litter There will be five volun- and gang membership in will help remove graffiti something like Service Sat- between S.W. 74th Street teer opportunities for the community. around south Reno Avenue urday,” she said. and S.W. 89th Street. OKCCC students, known According to www.federal and Southwest 44th Street. Horinek said this is the In November, volunteers as Service Saturdays, be- grantswire.com, the goal of Students also will learn second semester OKCCC will help build a house with ginning Sept. 24, said Jon OKC Weed and Seed is to about gangs and the prob- has been involved with Ser- Habitat for Humanity. Horinek, Community En- “weed out violence and lems they cause for com- vice Saturdays. He said last The registration deadline gagement coordinator. drug activity in high crime munities. semester’s program was for September’s Service Horinek said transporta- successful. Saturdays is Sept. 21. tion and snacks will be pro- “[OKCCC] always has a For more information vided. He said the volunteer full group [of volunteers],” about Service Saturdays or START helps work is normally done in Horinek said. “The stu- other volunteer opportuni- the afternoon and lasts dents have been very re- ties, contact Horinek said students keep tabs about four hours. sponsive.” (405) 682-7523. on involvement Plagiarism problem explained exerpts from Internet ar- By Christiana Kostura By Catherine Tullos ticles and paste them di- “In the academic Editor News Writing Student rectly into their papers. world, plagiarism is Professors are aware of plagiarism at OKCCC. like committing a Student Life offers a Student Activities and Rec- If you are an OKCCC stu- “I will say that professors crime.” ognition Transcript free of charge to any currently dent who has plagiarized, at this institution are pro- —Jon Inglett enrolled student at OKCCC. you are not alone. active on curbing plagia- English and Humanities START is an easy way to keep track of a students’ Plagiarism cases have rism,” Inglett said. Department Chair involvement with the community while they’re in gradually increased over OKCCC professors attend school, said Liz Largent, Student Life director. the past few years at seminars about how to de- The program began in August 2003 after the State OKCCC, said Susan Van- tect plagiarism, Inglett said. ther the assignment or in Board of Regents determined the need for the ser- Schuyver, Arts and Hu- Also, professors use the class. vice, she said. manities dean. Internet plagiarism detec- He said all plagiarism oc- “In 1999, the Board of Regents issued a statement Plagiarism occurs when tion websites like www.my currences are reported to endorsing that all higher education institutions in someone attempts to steal dropbox.com and www. Dr. Brenda Harrison, Aca- Oklahoma should have a service recognition tran- and pass off the ideas or turnitin.com when a stu- demic Affairs associate vice script,” Largent said. words of another as one’s dent turns in anything sus- president, who then writes “You can provide it with your résumé or send it in own. picious. a letter to the student ex- with scholarship applications.” “In the academic world, According to the Student plaining the individual Submitting the transcript to another college when plagiarism is like commit- Handbook, the college con- case. transferring is another use for START, she said. ting a crime,” said Jon siders it a serious offense. Although an incident re- “Currently, we have 195 students participating in Inglett, English and Hu- Inglett said professors port is filed, VanSchuyver START,” Largent said. manities department chair. have the right to create said it doesn’t count To participate in the START program, students Inglett said more stu- their own plagiarism policy against a student’s tran- need to visit the Student Life office in the main build- dents are buying essays off which may allow students script nor does it follow the ing and pick up a brochure. the Internet in recent years. to redo the assignment or student to another institu- “Fill out the form attached to [the START] bro- He said students will copy take a failing grade on ei- tion. chure, which asks for pretty basic personal infor- For more information on mation,” Largent said. “We enter [the student] in and academic dishonesty, visit they may begin logging all involvement and awards www.okccc.edu/policies/ in various areas.” 4016.html or refer to the There are four areas in which students may sub- Student Handbook which mit accomplishments, she said. can be picked up in Stu- The areas are: leadership involvement, professional dent Development located development, honors and awards and community on the first floor of the main service. building. Editor Christiana Kostura can be reached at [email protected]. Read the Pioneer online! Need an escort to your car? Visit Call campus security at www.okccc.edu/ (405) 682-1611, ext. 7691. pioneer Aug. 29, 2005 • PIONEER • 5 School gives back to outreach coordinator annual convocation Aug. Robinson attributes his By Matthew Caban 18. success to a theme he lives Staff Writer “I think I work extremely by. “My dad taught me that hard to serve students,” he doing your job is good, but said. “I think being selected you should do what is right. OKCCC Community Out- by my peers to win this Sometimes that means do- reach Coordinator Craig award reflected how hard I ing more than your job.” Robinson is one of those worked.” Robinson said this theme people who serve others Robinson describes his is essential in a team. without thought of reward. job as recruiting and wel- “The main goal of our de- Robinson leads a group coming new students to the partment is to help stu- of employees who educate campus. He said he also is dents,” he said. high school students about the coordinator for the That extends to manag- the benefits of college and OKC-GO program. ing a group of seven stu- encourages students to en- “The OKC-GO program dent ambassadors who, he roll at OKCCC. helps students from the said, work part time to help “I have a strong desire to Oklahoma City school dis- the Enrollment Manage- serve others and that is trict get to college,” he said. ment staff. why I do what I do,” he Prospective Student Ser- Robinson said he is glad said. “I don’t do it on a daily vices Director Sally Ed- to have someone around to basis to be recognized.” wards said Robinson help him take care of stu- His hard work did not go doesn’t just recruit new dents who need help. unnoticed as he was students. “He is in the busi- Staff Writer Matthew Photo by Holly Jones named Professional Em- ness of changing lives,” she Caban can be reached at OKCCC Community Outreach Coordinator Craig Robinson ployee of the Year at the said. [email protected]. instructs Corey Davis, 19, in which courses to take. Automotive prof wins big with award

By Richard Hall Staff Writer

Gaining speed over the years, Automotive Technol- ogy Professor Larry Grum- mer has finally reached the finish line — he’s received OKCCC’s Employee Award for Excellence for faculty. Given once a year to an outstanding professor, the Photo by Holly Jones award recognized Grum- Security Officer Larry Lundy, pictured ticketing a car, was mer’s committment to the named Classified Employee of the Year. students, college and community. Grummer said he was Officer nabs honor caught by surprise when he Photo by Holly Jones he was named the win- learned he was receiving Automotive Technology Professor Larry Grummer with his By John Savage ner. the award. Employee Award for Excellence. Staff Writer “I␣ was extremely hum- “I was speechless,” he bled and it was totally said. “I didn’t know what to Automotive Technology to working with his staff. unexpected,” Lundy said. think.” Professor Richard Steere “He’s always been a team Safety and Security Lundy has been an Having started as an ad- has worked closely with player, and strongly sup- Officer␣ Larry Lundy has OKCCC officer for more junct automotive technolo- Grummer over the past 11 ports the college and the had his share of duties, than 11 years. gies professor in 1978, years. faculty.” and they’ve paid off. He said officers per- Grummer went full-time in Steere said Grummer is Grummer said he had Lundy was named form a wide range of du- ’86 and has since become a passionate person who just as good a chance as Classified Employee of ties to promote safety on the college’s chair of trans- represents the college and any other faculty member the Year. campus. portation programs, which is deserving of the recogni- to win this award. Safety and Security Di- Safety and Security Of- includes automotive and tion he was given. “Everyone is deserving of rector Ike Sloas praised ficers perform duties aviation. “If a student ever has any this award,” he said. “It’s Lundy’s personality. ranging from routine He said this is his first questions about the auto- hard to single someone out. “Larry has a great per- parking lot checks to as- award and he has his co- motive program,” Steere “The faculty gives 110 sonality and seems to be sisting students with car workers to thank for it. said, “[Grummer] would percent,” he said, “and a lot well liked on campus,” trouble. “I was nominated for the drop everything he was do- of other people deserve this Sloas said. Staff Writer John Sav- award by my peers and it’s ing just to help the stu- award.” Lundy said he was age can be reached at an honor to be recognized dent.” Staff Writer Richard Hall caught off-guard when Staff [email protected]. like that amongst people I Steere said Grummer can be reached at Senior work with,” he said. also shined when it came [email protected]. 6 • PIONEER • Aug. 29, 2005 Graduate recognized for skill as playwright feuding neighbors, the play By Richard Hall shows the comedic interac- Staff Writer tion between the two as a young girl’s hand in marriage rests in the balance. OKCCC graduate James Sturgill said inspiration Sturgill achieved more than for the play came from fam- his diploma this year. He ily and an old classic. was recognized by fellow “I based the characters playwrights for his superior on a couple that live in script at a showcase in Yukon and my grandpa, Denver. Henry,” Sturgill said. The theater arts major He said his grandpa was showcased his play “Hen- a German immigrant who ry’s Proposal” at the Second experienced the land run Annual Playwrights Show- when he was 5 years old. case of the Western Region The play, an adaptation in early August. of Chekhov’s “A Marriage Photo courtesy of James Sturgill Sturgill, who’s been in- Proposal,” debuted at the OKCCC graduate and playwright James Sturgill (far left) stands with the cast of his play volved with the arts for OKCCC theater last spring “Henry’s Proposal.” From left to right: director Madge Montgomery, actor Patrick Collins, actor more than 10 years, said he and received a good turn- Beth Davis, stage director Jackie Tisinai and actor Bill Graham. was surprised, yet excited, out, Sturgill said. that his play was chosen as He said Theater Professor “One of the actors the Denver area took part “My wife and I are think- one of the 25 out of 140 to Ruth Charnay talked him dropped out of the play [last in the showcase by working of moving to Colorado be showcased, or per- into submitting the play to spring],” Charnay said. “So ing with playwrights to help Springs so I can finish [my formed, on stage. the playwright showcase. not only did he write and bring their vision to the bachelor’s degree] there,” “The play was my final Charnay said, as her stu- direct the play, he also per- stage. he said. “As far as the play project for my graduation at dent, Sturgill always went formed in it.” “There were only two goes, there are no big plans OKCCC,” Sturgill said. “I the extra mile and is now She said Sturgill’s drive Oklahomans chosen, and for it.” was psyched out when I benefiting from it. and motivation account for playwrights from 17 states Sturgill said he’s working heard it was chosen for the “He did a lot of extra work his accomplishment. showcased their work,” on a couple of new ideas showcase.” to do this adaptation,” “I’m really proud of him,” Sturgill said. and is in the process of “Henry’s Proposal” fol- Charnay said. “It’s very Charnay said. “It goes to Sturgill said the one-act writing “No Man’s Land,” a lows two German immi- unique and interesting.” show that going the extra play received good feed- play about four British sol- grant families as they ex- Charnay said Sturgill mile does pay off, and back, and both actors and diers during World War I. perience the Oklahoma read a lot of material and opens new and interesting directors enjoyed it. Staff Writer Richard Hall Land Run. did a lot of studying to pre- doors for people.” As for the future, Sturgill can be reached at Senior Centered around two pare for “Henry’s Proposal.” Actors and directors from said, it’s looking good. [email protected]. Sheri Hobbs receives Elven Gray Award the employees of the year I Hobbs has been with the By Holly Jones figured I was safe. I had for- college for seven years. This “The Elven Gray Staff Writer gotten about the Elven is the first award she has Award embodies the Gray Award. I was very received from OKCCC. can-do spirit of honored to receive such an Hobbs said she helps stu- OKCCC. Anyone who Unknowingly, Sheri award,” said Sheri Hobbs, dents and faculty in any Hobbs was nominated for secretary for Arts and Hu- way possible. receives this award is the Elven Gray Award by manities. Hobbs said she thanks someone who typifies English Professor David Vice President for Human Charlson for nominating the positive spirit in Charlson. Resources and Support her, Susan VanShuyver, easy and difficult Charlson said he submit- Services Gary Lombard Arts and Humanities dean, situations.” ted the nomination on said, “The Elven Gray for giving her the opportu- —Gary Lombard Hobbs for her persistence Award embodies the can-do nity and OKCCC faculty for in staying positive in trying spirit of OKCCC. Anyone the honor. Vice President for times, cheerfulness to all who receives this award is Hobbs said she has found Human Resources and students and faculty, and someone who typifies the Photo by Holly Jones a safe home for her new Support Services being able to juggle admin- positive spirit in easy and Sheri Hobbs award. istration, faculty and stu- difficult situations.” 2005 Elven Gray “I keep the award on my dents together peacefully. Elven Gray was the first Award Recipient desk in the office. I guard a long day at work. “I thought something was to receive an employee of it carefully!” Hobbs’ son said, “The up when everyone at the the year award from employee recognition Hobbs said her family award should feel honored office was making sure I OKCCC. Gray always had award. The award started was excited about the high that (she is) holding it!” was back from lunch in a positive and friendly spirit in 1991 and is given once a honor she received for her Staff Writer Holly Jones time for the awards show. about him. His devotion to year, according to the Elven work, knowing that she is can be reached at Pioneer After Dr. Todd announced the school led to an annual Gray nomination form. positive even at home after [email protected]. Aug. 29, 2005 • PIONEER • 7 Former professor into monkey business Teresa Randall joins Oklahoma City Zoo as Director of Education

By Richard Hall “In my capacity as the Staff Writer director of education, I am fortunate to be able to Former adjunct biology professor combine three passions that Teresa Randall isn’t monkeying I have: education, around — she’s climbed up the conservation and working professional evolutionary ladder to with people.” become the Director of Education —Teresa Randall at the Oklahoma City Zoo and Bo- Oklahoma City Zoo and tanical Garden. For five years Randall taught at Botanical Garden OKCCC and spent more than two Director of Education of those years as the Biotechnol- ogy Outreach coordinator. “As the coordinator, I introduced Randall said her experience in local science educators and stu- the classroom and through her af- dents to the cutting-edge field of filiations have lent a helping hand biotechnology,” Randall said. to her newly-acquired position. In her new job as Director of Edu- “They’ve given me a diverse back- cation, Randall said, she helps pro- ground to draw upon,” she said. mote environmental awareness “In my capacity as the Director and conservation through educa- of Education, I am fortunate to be tional programs. able to combine three passions “I direct all educational programs that I have: education, conserva- at the zoo,” Randall said. tion and working with people.” “That includes classes, outreach Biotechnology Professor Char- opportunities, workshops and vol- lotte Mulvihill worked closely with Photo by Holly Jones unteer programs.” Randall during her years at Director of Education at the Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden, Teresa Randall said, schools and orga- OKCCC and said she’s happy Randall holds a three-year-old alligator, native to southeastern Oklahoma. nizations have options in ways they Randall enjoys her new job. Randall was recently named Director of Education at the zoo. She spent five receive the programs — by means “She was excellent with [the Bio- years at OKCCC as an adjunct biology professor. of scheduling on-ground education technology Outreach program],” programs or being visited by the Mulvihill said. Zoomobile. “We’re all proud that she landed Smoke disrupts first The Zoomobile, Randall said, is this plum of a job.” an educational program on wheels Zoo Naturalist Instructor Todd — a van that travels to schools to Bridgewater said Randall has her day of class for some provide programs on themed top- hands full, but is shining in her ics ranging from habitats to ani- new position. Building Maintenance Supervi- mal camouflage. “Sometimes the zoo has 5,000 By Rocky Chavez sor Gary Belcher was first to ar- Over the years, Randall has been kids learning about conservation News Writing Student rive at the scene to assess the involved with environmental edu- in one day,” Bridgewater said. problem. Maintenance mechanic cation organizations like the Ameri- He said, despite the overwhelm- Jason Beam immediately shut off can Zoo and Aquarium Association, ing new position, Randall pulls The first day of class started out the power. and the Oklahoma Association for through and saves the day. smoky for Professor Germain The maintenance mechanic Environmental Education, to Randall said she’s happy where Pichop’s macroeconomics class worked on the light fixture wires which she was named president- she is and looks forward to the Tuesday, Aug. 23. while standing on the desk in the elect in February. future. “The Oklahoma City Zoo Pichop said he knew some of the dark. Ten minutes later, the lights She said being the president-elect has been prominent in conserva- students might be left in the dark were switched on and class re- has its perks. Her road to that po- tion, species survival and educa- on the first day, but had no idea it sumed. sition started at OKCCC. tion for decades,” Randall said. would be the entire class. Belcher said they simply un- “While at OKCCC I helped estab- “I’m honored to help further the Just when Pichop started the in- plugged the power to the light fix- lish the ecology club,” Randall said. mission of conservation educa- troduction to his syllabus, a stu- ture. A permanent solution will “Now I will be able to reach stu- tion.” dent noticed smoke seeping from come later, he said. dents statewide by working directly Staff Writer Richard Hall can be a light fixture near the middle of “Brittle wires were the culprit,” with their teachers.” reached at [email protected]. the classroom. Belcher said. “The wires will be re- The smoke gradually began to placed as soon as the classroom draw the students’ attention away is unoccupied.” Voiceyouropinion. from their professor. After class Pichop said this was After a couple of minutes the pro- the first time anything like it had It’sFREE. fessor left the classroom to contact happened in any of his classes. He Writetheeditorat[email protected] Physical Plant personnel, who re- said the rest of the class went sponded promptly. smoothly. ordropby2M6ofthemainbuilding. 8 • PIONEER • Aug. 29, 2005 Sports Students swim in for Going the distance morning recreation diving platforms. By John Savage “The platforms will never be open Staff Writer since they are designed for people in the diving program,” Scott said. “We still have the open recreation Early morning swim hours are swim in the evenings on Monday, being offered to students and staff Wednesday and Friday evenings on Tuesdays and Thursdays this from 7 to 8:30 p.m.,” Scott said. fall. Aquatics Center workers are The goal is to encourage students spreading the word about the open and faculty to use the aquatic cen- swim because some students may ter for swimming laps and recre- not know they are able to use the ational swim. facilities, she said. The open recreation hours will al- “We have this great place, you low students to enjoy water volley- can use it for free and now, we have ball and water basketball. a time just for the students,” Scott “Starting Tuesday and Thurs- said. days from 8 to 10 a.m. students, Swimming events take place at Photo by Holly Jones staff and faculty will be able to the Aquatics Center throughout swim laps and enjoy open recre- the year, but many of those events David Gray, 19, nursing major, and Kristie Guy, 20, public relations major, ation,” said Stephanie Scott, are in the spring and the summer, enjoy taking advantage of OKCCC’s recreational facilities. aquatics and safety training spe- Scott said. The weight room, cardio room and gym are open from 6 a.m. to 8:30 cialist. Special events may require the p.m. Monday through Friday, and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The area If enough lifeguards are avail- pool to be temporarily closed to is free to faculty and students with current IDs. The cost for adults is $6, able, students will be allowed to students. 15-year-olds and under are $4, and senior citizens 60 and up are $2.75. use the diving boards but not the Closure notices will be given two weeks in advance and posted on the doors near the swimming pool. UPCOMING There will be an average of two Football returns to campus to three lifeguards scheduled to OKCCC work during these hours. Team Punishment player Chico By John Savage Dambreville said he enjoyed the INTRAMURALS Getting to the pool is easy. “Students can use the Entry 7 to & Matthew Caban flag football competition. SCHEDULE take them to the wellness center,” Staff Writers “I recommend it for students who want a sport to compete in or a way •Aug. 31: The deadline to sign Scott said. “They will need to check in. Then they can enter through the to be involved. up for OKCCC’s soccer team is “I’m ready to play again.” locker rooms to the deck.” Passing plays and quarterback Wednesday, Aug. 31. This team scrambles can be seen this fall at The entry forms for this team Locks can be purchased by the will play other college teams on the flag football games on campus. sport are in the Recreation and students to put on lockers but Saturdays. The cost to join the “It was one of the most popular Community Services office. must be removed daily. team for fall and spring semsters events last year with 50 players on Students are required to have a Students also can rent a locker. is $30. For more information, six teams,” Community Education valid student ID to play. The half lockers are $15 a semes- contact Community Education and Health Specialist Eric Watson Those who do not have a team ter and $32 annually. The full- and Health Specialist Eric Wat- said. can fill out a free agent form. son at (405) 682-1611, ext. 7786. length lockers are $20 a semester Sign up for flag football ends Fri- The free agent will then be placed and $40 annually. day, Sept. 9. A captains’ meeting on a team needing players. •Sept. 9: The deadline to sign up For more information on any of will be held Tuesday, Sept. 6 in the A team captain will contact the for flag football is Friday, Sept. the open swim, water aerobics ad gym. free agent after he has been placed 9. A captains’ meeting is Sept. 6. rules, students can call the Aquatic The captains will discuss game on a team. The season runs from Sept. 12 Center at (405) 682-1611, ext. times and locations, Watson said. Some students like the idea of to Oct. 13. For more information, 7310 or contact Scott at (405) 682- Flag football games will be held being a free agent. contact Community Education 1611, ext. 7662 or www.okccc. on Mondays and Thursdays from “I didn’t play last year, but I and Health Specialist Eric Wat- edu/rcs. would like to join a team as a free son at (405) 682-1611, ext. 7786. Sept. 12 to Oct. 13. Staff Writer John Savage can be The winner of the flag football agent and help them win,” sopho- reached at [email protected]. •Sept. 9: Students and faculty season will participate in a state more Jerry Sadler said. can sign up for coed volleyball winners’ tournament held at Okla- For more information on intra- until Sept. 9. A captains’ meeting Know any OKCCC homa State University in Stillwater. mural games, contact Watson at This event is sponsored by OSU (405) 682-1611, ext. 7786 or visit will be Sept. 8. The season runs athletes who should be from Sept. 13 to Oct. 11. For and will feature winners of the flag www.okccc.edu/rcs. more information, contact Com- in the Pioneer? football seasons from many Okla- Staff Writer John Savage can be munity Education and Health Contact Matthew Caban at homa colleges. reached at Staff [email protected] Specialist Eric Watson at (405) (405) 682-1611, ext. 7440 or Team Punishment, OKCCC’s flag and Staff Writer Matthew Caban 682-1611, ext. 7786. [email protected]. football champion last fall, played can be reached at StaffWriter2@ in the tournament. okccc.edu. Aug. 29, 2005 • PIONEER • 9 Arts Festival on campus Labor Day weekend

booth-sitting when the art- 4 p.m.: John Taylor (Solo Vocal & Guitar) By Caroline Ting ists need bathroom breaks, 4:30 p.m.: TBA Staff Writer Williams said. 5:15 p.m.: Debbie Henning (Solo Blues) Other areas of festival 6:15 p.m.: Full Circle (Pop Band) volunteers include: infor- 8:30 p.m.: OKC Philharmonic The 27th annual Arts mation center/sales, Chil- 10 p.m.: Fireworks display Festival Oklahoma is only dren’s Creative Center, fes- a few days away, but spots tival greeters, volunteer Sunday, Sept. 4: are still open for mascot party, parking and promo- 1 p.m.: Low Maintenance (Classic Rock Seemore Art as well as fes- tional items sales. Music& Band) tival volunteers, said Tracy Anyone who volunteers 2 p.m.: Debra Lennon (Country Singer) Williams, Economic and for a total of four hours at Entertainment... 2:30 p.m.: TBA Entertainment... 3 p.m.: Jewish Dancers (David Tichenor) Community Development the festival will receive a Friday, Sept. 2: 4 p.m.: Erica, James, and Jason (Celtic Song Writers) free T-shirt. coordinator. 8 p.m.: Shenandoah (Country) 5 p.m.: Stephanie Jackson (Classical Guitar) Mainly Seemore Art will The festival will continue 7:30 p.m.: The Buck Ram “Platters” (’50s Classic) be available to have pic- taking volunteers up until Saturday, Sept. 3: All day: The “Late Great Chevys of Oklahoma City” clas- tures taken with kids and the very last day of the fes- noon: Retro Band (Classic Rock Band) sic car show will be held on the festival grounds adults in the Children’s tival if necessary, Williams 1 p.m.: Oki Taiko (Japanese Drum Corps) Sunday, Sept. 4, between parking lots D and E. Creative Center, and will said. Those who want to 2 p.m.: Oklahoma Traditional Music not walk around the festi- sign up should fill out a vol- (Acoustic Band) Monday, Sept. 5: val for long periods of time unteer application online at 3 p.m.: Spanish Dancers Noon: Alive Tomorrow (Christian Rock) as in previous years, Will- www .okccc.edu/afo/ or 1 p.m.: Edgar Cruz (Classical & Pop Guitar) iams said. call (405) 682-7576. For more about the featured entertainment, 2 p.m.: Simoleons (Folk Duo) The festival needs See- More than 260 artisans visit www.okccc.edu/afo/Music.html. 3 p.m.: Mike Black & The Stingrays more Art volunteers for will showcase their work at For a complete entertainment calendar, (Classic Rock) check out the Aug. 6 issue of the Pioneer. Monday, Sept. 5. Interested this year’s arts festival. 4 p.m.: The Blues Society Band (Blues Band) people should contact the Arts festival parking will Office of Economic and cost $3 per car, per day. Community Development Festival admission is free. Food/Drinks... at (405) 682-7576. Students who have Fri- Volunteers also are day or Saturday classes will •Circle J Concessions - American •Sweet Corn Express - American •Classic American Grill - American •Sweis’s Restaurant - Greek needed in the hospitality not be charged for parking. •Das Bratwursthaus - German •Tad’s Catering & Concessions, LLC - Indian For questions concerning area inside the college, she •Green’s Buckboard Grill - American •Tad’s Catering & Concessions, LLC - Mexican said. parking, call Safety and Se- •Jr’s Sno Shack Shaved Ice •Two Okies Concessions - German Artist ambassador volun- curity at (405) 682-1611, •Smokin’ Oakie - Early American •Waffle Sundae Trailer - American teers will walk around the ext. 7691. artists’ booths, asking the Staff Writer Caroline Ting For more information or to make comments, call Margy Davis artists if they need any- can be reached at ADMAN in Economic and Community Development at (405) 682-7576. thing to drink or eat, and @okccc.edu. Welcome Back! Join the Oklahoma Redhawks for COLLEGE NIGHT September 1st at SBC Bricktown Ballpark

$1 Beer & 2 for 1 entry 405.218.1000 OR www.oklahomaredhawks.com Must show proper college I.D. for ticket information Games start at 7:05 p.m. 10 • PIONEER • Aug. 29, 2005

The art of Highlights rice: Chris Ketcher of Hog Be Seemore Art Wild Students who enjoy entertaining children and having Entertainment fun are encouraged to sign up to be mascot Seemore creates Art. Arts Festival Oklahoma is looking for teams of two to handwritten be Seemore Art during the festival Sept. 2 through 5. pieces of art by Volunteers will receive free Arts Festival T-shirts, free writing on grains drinks from the volunteer area and a free parking pass of rice. Ketcher for the day they work. Interested students can call Cul- started her tural Progams and Community Development Assistant business five Scott Tigert at (405) 682-7579 for sign up. years ago in Siloam Springs, International Student Association seeks members Ark. Ketcher visits The International Student Association is looking for new colleges from four members. Interested students are encouraged to attend different states the Student Clubs and Organization Fair in the college including union 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Aug. 31. For more information, call Computer Science Professor Haifeng Ji at (405) 682- Arkansas, 1611, ext. 7381. Missouri, Oklahoma and Preferred Hospice Care seeking volunteers Kansas. Preferred Hospice Care is looking for students who can Photo by volunteer. Hospice Volunteers are ordinary caring and Holly Jones adaptable people who have accepted a unique and won- derful way to fulfill their desire to help others. Shelly Jack- son-Keller is looking for volunteers to help with Direct Patient and Family Care. Volunteers are matched with a hospice patient and family to provide a variety of sup- Photography Club seeks out portive services, including respite care for the family and light household duties. Interested volunteers can call Jack- son-Keller at (405) 602-6473 and at (405) 361-2476. new members to have fun bond with other photogra- to go to a restaurant and Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship By John Savage phers,” said LaWanda La have a lot of fun,” La- Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship is announcing a new Staff Writer Varnway, club sponsor. Varnway said. “Because of meeting location this year. Meetings are every Wednes- Some students may be the funds we generated, we day from noon to 1 p.m. in room 2L7 of the main building. wondering what kind of were able to have that paid 2L7 is the photography classroom on the second floor of Students who love to take camera they should use. for as well.” the main building. Our campus pastor is Mike Dsane from pictures or have a passion LaVarnway said club One of the fund-raising Crossroads Cathedral. Speakers for this fall will include for photography can meet members use both digital activities will include a Greg Tiffany, state director of Chi Alpha and OU campus with other students who and film cameras. photo print sale that will be pastor, plus student leaders. For more information, call are interested in the same The Photography Club held once a month. club sponsor Jenean Jones at (405) 682-1611, ext. 7222. things. has an average of 10 to 12 The prints will sell for $15 This year at OKCCC, Stu- core members and is hop- each. Members of the club Oklahoma Global Education Essay Contest dent Life is doing some- ing this number increases, shot all the prints. Oklahoma Global Education Consortium is proud to thing a little differently. In- Birkes said. Also, to help bring in rev- announce its sixth essay contest for students of member institutions. Three contest winners will each receive a cash stead of having a small one- The Photography Club enue bake sales, along with reward of $200 at the fall 2005 OGEC conference held at night affair with student will host its first meeting the cotton candy and pop- Northern Oklahoma College, Enid Campus. All three win- orientation, OKCCC held of the new semester On 6 corn sales will be held. ners will be expected to attend the OGEC conference to an orientation fair. p.m.Tuesday Sept. 6. Along with planning trips, read essays and receive awards. The essay must be One club that was excited “We are going to be elect- the Photography Club word-processed with a 12-point font size, double spaced to be there and meet with ing new officers that day,” wants to bring in some and approximately 500 words. A cover page must be pro- new members to discuss Birkes said. guest speakers to talk vided with the essay’s title, author’s name and college. upcoming events was Pho- The new semester will about photography. All submissions must be in by Sept. 9 and mailed to Dr tography Club President bring new activities for the “We have some speakers Bill Brown, Rose State College, 420 SE 15, Midwest City Steven Birkes. year. coming in to talk about 73110 or e-mailed to [email protected]. For more infor- “Our goal for orientation “We are going to definitely night shooting and also mation about the essay contest, call English professor is to hopefully attract a few have some fund-raisers. how to build your portfolio Michael Punches at (405) 682-1611, ext. 7637. new people,” Birkes said. Birkes said. Last spring the as a photographer,” Birkes “The more members we club took a photography said. Biology/Ecology Club prepares for fall semester have the better.” road trip to San Antonio.” For more information The Biology/Ecology Environmental Club will have a Birkes is looking for new “We want to raise enough about the Photography meeting from noon to 1 p.m. Friday, Sept. 9. Room to be members who will be ex- money to take another trip Club, students can call announced. We will discuss events and activities for the cited about the club and be next spring.” LaVarnway at (405) 682- fall semester. Drinks and snacks will be provided. For able to perform some key Members said they en- 1611, ext. 7329 or e-mail more information, contact club president Christiana fund-raisers with the club joyed the out-of-state field [email protected]. Kostura at (405) 682-1611, ext. 7409 or (405) 330-4227 this year. trip. Staff Writer John Savage or by e-mail at [email protected]. “Ones that are really into “We enjoyed viewing the can be reached at Staff photography can share a Riverwalk and we were able [email protected]. Aug. 29, 2005 • PIONEER • 11 Classifieds Pioneer Classified Advertising ater. 14 miles from OKCCC. No (excellent condition), $25, Step 2 is free to all currently enrolled pets. $270 plus 1/2 utilities. Mostly rocking horse, $5. Call 745-4156 OKCCC students and employ- furnished. Call 201-7867. or 361-9877 and ask for Gretchen. ees for any personal classified ROOMMATE WANTED: 3 bed- FOR SALE: Young male Bas- ad. Ads must be submitted in room, 2-bath, 2-car house in set/Beagle mix dog recently res- writing with IDs supplied or Edmond. Large living room with a cued needs good home. Has had work area and college exten- bar. $334/mo., 1/3 bills. 216-9520. shots and vet exam. Playful and sion included. Deadline for ad- FEMALE ROOMMATES good with other dogs, cats and vertising is 5 p.m. Tuesday NEEDED: To share large home. kids. $50. Call 823-1675. prior to the publication date. 3 miles from OKCCC, 20 minutes FOR SALE: Wedding dress Call 682-1611, ext. 7674, for from OU. Nice neighborhood, 3 size 12/14. Lace and beads. Heart- more information. car garage, 2 1/2 bath. Fully fur- shaped neckline. Train and slip. nished except bedrooms. $340/ Asking $200. Call 632-6259. month plus 1/3 bills. Call 615- FOR SALE: Twin bed with 2396, leave message, or e-mail frame and headboard. Like new, [email protected]. Pictures $35. 794-3025, or 682-1611, ext. FOR SALE: ’03 Toyota Rav4. available. 7792. 51K miles, asking $14,500. Call RESPONSIBLE ROOMMATE FOR SALE: Brand new GE mi- 808-1165. WANTED: In Norman, $265/mo., crowave. White. Model # JES7 FOR SALE: ’00 Jeep, straight 1/2 bills. 701-5958. 45WJ. 7 CU Feet, 700 watts of 6. P/W, P/L. 43,650 miles, $9,800. power. Turntable w/ six one touch Call 228-2560. DUPLEXES FOR RENT: 4 convenience pads including pizza, FOR SALE: ’00 Dodge Neon duplexes close to OKCCC for rent. potato, popcorn and reheat. $35. automatic, 4-door, runs great. 2bd/1 car gar/Avail now for move- in. Bring this ad and get your app Call 794-3025, or 682-1611, ext. $6,000. Call 819-6953. fee free!! 3004/3006 SW 86th. 7792. FOR SALE: ’99 Jeep Wran- 8301 S. Brookline Ave. 2921 SW FOR SALE: GE profile gas gler. 4 cylinder, 4 x 4, maroon with 82nd. Call 691-0740, ext. 302. dryer. Very nice, lg. capacity, tan soft top, 5 speed. 77k miles. works great, $75. 631-4193. $8,500. Call 823-2287. DUPLEXES FOR RENT: Trafalgar FOR SALE: 8’ X 9’ black steel FOR SALE: ’99 Chevy Astro Square Duplexes, SW 93rd & flatbed w/headache rack and drop- van. Works great, looks like new. Shartel. 2 & 3 bds/ 2 ba/ 2 car/ all down hitch. Already removed, Great for trips. $5,500. 635-9716. appliances. Move-in special: Half good cond. $500 OBO. 229-7943. 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ROOMMATE NEEDED: Male or female to share $300/month rent. Nice habits. 10 minutes from OKCCC. Contact 408-2828 after 9 p.m. FEMALE ROOMMATE WANT- ED: Spacious 2 bed, 2 bath du- plex. Nice neighbors, lots of win- dows, big living room. Washer/ dryer, dishwasher. N.W. 40th and Western, near Will Rogers The- 12 • PIONEER • Aug. 29, 2005 College’s future vision includes community outreach and construction English classes at the derground portion of the both in the final stages of medical service programs,” “Vision,” Latino Community Devel- main building and will al- design. Todd said. They also will Cont. from page 1 opment Agency. low OKCCC to increase the “When these projects are increase various perform- And, to house all the number of classes offered. complete, they will increase ing and visual arts pro- growth OKCCC is experi- The two other projects are our capacity to provide in- grams, he said. The college is currently encing, several construc- an Arts Education Center struction in nursing, physi- Editor Christiana Kostura reaching out to senior citi- tion projects are in the ma- and an expansion of the cal therapy, occupational can be reached at editor zens through programs king. Health Professions Center, therapy, and emergency @okccc.edu. such as Seniors in Motion, Todd said each of three he said. The program offers major construction projects informational seminars planned would help the col- and activities for seniors. lege provide educational “OKCCC exists to en- opportunities. hance and improve the pro- “The additional facilities ductivity and quality of life will also allow the college to for individuals and the increase enrollment in ar- community as a whole,” eas that have an increased Todd said. demand,” he said. He said the college also The first of three major will work cooperatively with projects is under way, Todd the Hispanic community to said. Construction recently provide educational ser- began on the Science, En- vices. One way OKCCC will gineering and Math Center reach out to the Hispanic project. It will add a second community is by offering floor on the roof of the un-

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