Core Values: THIS WEEK Excellence 2 • Monday Integrity » Campus Safety begins parking-permit enforcement » Innovation Fund workshop, CCCPLX-414, 1:30-3 p.m. Collegiality 4 • Wednesday Inclusiveness » Associated Students “Welcome Back” event, pond area, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. January 30, 2015, Newsletter from President Bob Simpson » Softball vs. El Camino, 2:30 p.m. » Budget Forum, CCCPLX-414, 3-5 p.m. Dr. Simpson: ‘Students First’ Attitude Marks Great Start to Semester » Dr. Doffoney’s retirement open house, Culinary Arts Bistro (Anaheim Campus), 3-5 p.m. College President expresses sincere I have been out and about the College this week answering ques- tions and directing lost students. The attention our students were given 5 • Thursday appreciation for the dedicated effort to open » Associated Students “Welcome Back” event, pond by faculty and staff, whether in the instructional buildings, support area, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. the spring 2015 term. services or administrative areas, was outstanding. What I saw was a » Women’s Tennis vs. San Diego, 2 p.m. “Students First” attitude wherever I went. Dear Chargers, » Art Gallery opening reception, Art Gallery, 5-9 p.m. I know that we will continue to attend to the needs of our stu- It was so nice to see so many of you at our Opening Day event. dents, but I want each of you to know how very much I appreciate 8 • Sunday I have received very positive feedback about our Keynote speaker, and your efforts as we conclude the start of the semester. Thank you! » Last day to add classes, drop “no-show” students, I want to give all credit to our Diversity Committee, and to Virgil With sincere appreciation, drop for refund, and drop without a “W” Adams in particular, for bringing Mr. Hanamura to the College. Bob Simpson, President View additional campus events and Chargers athletics. Cypress College’s Mortuary Science Program Selected in California’s First Bachelor’s Degree Pilot Program President’s Office Hours Cypress College is one of 15 California President Dr. Bob Simpson said. “This is an mentation of this program will not impede the » Thursday, February 5, 9-10 a.m. community colleges that will offer a bach- extraordinary opportunity for our students. core work of the College.” elor’s-degree program as part of a statewide Our faculty worked with tremendous diligence Cypress College’s Mortuary Science pilot effort. The College’s Mortuary Science to meet the application requirements. In addi- Program is so well regarded that the HBO Program was selected by the California tion, the College’s proposal was enhanced by series “Six Feet Under” repeatedly referenced THEY SAID IT Community Colleges Board of Governors, the participation of Mortuary Science students Cypress College to add authenticity. The pro- which voted its initial approval of participating and alumni in the process. While this is a sig- gram is one of only two at public institutions ““Diversity: the art of thinking” colleges on Tuesday afternoon. nificant step for community college students, it independently together.” “I’m just thrilled,” Cypress College is also important to note that successful imple- Continued on page 3 – Malcolm Forbes Voters Approve Measure J Retirement Activities Planned for Dr. Doffoney @Cypress is published each week. If The North Orange County Community College District is A farewell open house honoring Chancellor Ned Doffoney you would like to have items included, pleased to announce that Measure J, our facilities bond measure, on the occasion of his pending retirement is scheduled for please contact Marc Posner in the Public was passed with over 55% of the votes. Due to the large number Wednesday, February 4, from 3-5 p.m., in the Culinary Arts Information Office at ext. 47006 or [email protected]. of provisional ballots, it took some time after election day to actu- Bistro at the Anaheim Campus. All staff are invited to attend. ally count all of the appropriate votes . The election results were Dr. Doffoney’s retirement dinner and celebration is Bob Simpson, Ed.D., President certified by the Orange County Registrar of Voters on November Thursday, February 12, from 5-8 p.m. at the Anaheim Sheraton (714) 484-7308 18, 2014, while the Los Angeles Registrar of Voters certified their Hotel. The RSVP deadline is February 2. Additional information is available by calling (714) 808-4797. [email protected] Continued on page 3 Cypress College • 9200 Valley View Street • Cypress, CA 90630 • (714) 484-7000 • http://CypressCollege.edu Training Sessions Available in Advance of February 26 ‘Active Shooter’ Drill BRIEFLY In consideration of the upcoming February 26 drills (morning those requiring the involvement of Campus Safety. GLADE is a district- and evening) on active shooter situations, several training opportuni- Date & Time: Wednesday, February 18, 2015, 2-3 p.m. recognized advocacy group ties are being offered in the days prior. The training options are listed Instructors: Paul de Dios and Threat Assessment Team for gay, lesbian, bisexual, below. Registration for these options is available via the MyGateway Staff Location: CCCPLX-414 and transgender employees. Development Site: #3) Stryker Evacuation Training Activities include working #1) Active Shooter Training One critical component during an emergency is the evacuation of with on-campus LGBT clubs, An active shooter is an individual actively engaged in killing or disabled persons and persons with mobility impairments from multilevel offering scholarships, partici- attempting to kill people in a confined and other populated area. In most facilities. Cypress College houses ten Stryker evacuation chairs for this pation in diversity committees cases, active shooters use firearms and there is no pattern or method to purpose. This two hour course will provide participants with guidelines and more. All employees are their selection of victims. Active shooter situations are unpredictable and on the use of the Stryker Chair, demonstrations, and practical application welcome to join. For more evolve quickly. Today they can occur in malls, movie theaters, salons, in the use of the Stryker Evacuation Chair. information, contact GLADE post office, and schools. All employees and students can help prevent and Session 1: president, Vincent White at prepare for potential active shooter situations. This workshop provides Date & Time: Wednesday, February 18, 2015, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. (714) 732-5528. guidance to individuals, including managers, faculty, staff and students, Instructor: Director of Campus Safety, Shirley Smith so that they can prepare to respond to an active shooter situation. Location: CCCPLX-414 Date & Time: Thursday, February 12, 2015, 12-2 p.m. Session 2: Submissions for the Instructor: Cypress Police Department, Lead Officer Wintersole Date & Time: Wednesday, February 18, 2015,12-2 p.m. NOCCCD Innovation Fund Location: CCCPLX-414 Instructor: Director of Campus Safety, Shirley Smith program are being accepted through March 1. The #2) If you see something, say something: A one-hour workshop Location: CCCPLX-414 Innovation Fund is an initiative on Threat Assessment #4) Floor Marshal Training designed to provide financial Cypress College has a Threat Assessment Team that can assist you in Floor Marshals serve as a vital emergency resource to provide safety support for faculty and staff determining if a student is a perceived threat or if the student should be and security information to other staff and students during emergency to develop new projects, pro- dealt with through the student conduct and discipline process. A threat situations. Floor marshals also facilitate the safe evacuation of campus grams and procedures for the reporting process has been developed which will assist workshop partici- buildings and assist emergency first responders. This two hour Floor improvement of the College pants identify types of threats. In addition, the facilitators will provide Marshall Training will provide participants with knowledge of their duties Applications can be workshop participants with examples of types of threats in order to ensure and actions to be followed during an emergency. found by visiting myGateway, that risks are identified and addressed in an appropriate and timely man- Date & Time: Thursday, February 19, 2015, 2-4 p.m. under the employee tab/ ner. Additional topics will include support services available for students Instructor: Director of Campus Safety, Shirley Smith District Forms/ Innovation and differentiating between incidents involving student discipline and Location: CCCPLX-414 Fund Program 2014-2015. For questions or more infor- Health Center Offers Measles Screening State Budget Proposal Appears Positive mation, contact Kenneth Robinson, district director, Cypress College’s Health Center offers a blood test to check immu- The Governor’s 2015-16 Proposed State Budget was released on equity and diversity at 714- nity related to the measles. Measles has been in the news following local January 9. The proposed budget confirms a strengthening economy, fore- 808-4830. outbreaks in recent weeks. casting $5.3 billion in state General Fund revenue increases for the 2015- In response to the outbreak, the Orange County Health Care Agency 16 fiscal year. has provided information that clearly defines who may need a vaccination While details will be worked out through negotiations with the The Summer 4/10 work booster. The only screening for childhood-diseases vaccinations conducted Legislature, the proposal “clearly indicates the Governor’s support of schedule has been approved. at Cypress College is done for students in Health Science programs. California Community Colleges,” said Karen Cant, Vice President of It will begin Monday, June Cypress College’s Health Center will test immunity levels of students. Administrative Services. 1. The final Friday closure Two screenings are available: measles only, for $10; or a full test for all Slides summarizing the highlights of the Governor’s budget proposal is August 14. Contact Sandy childhood diseases (known as IgG) for $25.