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Week of September 15 , 2008

 

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Evacuation Exercises Slated for Both LAC and PCC
To practice evacuations of buildings on campus in case of a real emergency, the Risk Services Department will hold Building Evacuation Exercises at each campus this week. Details for both LAC and PCC are attached. For more information, please contact Brendan Hayes at (562) 938- 4797 or bhayes@lbcc.edu.

LBCC Wellness Center Offers Flu Season Protection with Vaccinations

Long Beach Memorial Medical Center staff will administer 100 free flu vaccinations (paid for by LBCC Wellness) for LBCC colleagues. Come to Q106 10 am - 1 pm, Tuesday, September 30. First come, first served...


PCC's Library/Learning Resource Center Ribbon Cutting Set for September 17
Attached is an invitation to attend the Ribbon Cutting of PCC's beautiful Library & Learning Resource Center this Wednesday morning...

New Student Success Centers Now Open on Both Campuses!
The Success Centers strive to serve all students across the disciplines with workshops, tutoring, access to course materials and lab resources, and supplemental learning assistance activities...

Art Gallery Running 'Failing Nature' and 'Project Room' Through Sept. 26
The LBCC Art Gallery is looking forward to your visit! Details are attached above...

ReBranding and New Logo: Get the Scoop from CRM's Executive Director
“In the Loop” recently sat down with Chi-Chung Keung, Executive Director Public Affairs and Marketing, to talk about the new branding project that was launched on College Day with the introduction of the new logo...


Hispanic Heritage Month Observed by LBCCD
Enjoy some photos...

College Invited to President's Ambassador Pinning Ceremony
All are invited to attend President Oakley's student ambassadors Pinning Ceremony this Wednesday, Sept. 17 at 3 p.m. in the Q Building Court yard...

'Crimes of the Heart' on Auditorium Stage Sept. 25 - Oct. 5
Tickets are on sale for LBCC's production of "Crimes of the Heart"...

EOPS Upcoming Workshops Announced
Please encourage your students to attend...


Reminders

Campus Community Forums on Reorganization at PCC September 24
The next Campus Community Forum regarding the proposed reorganization (May 16 Reorganization Memo attached) is scheduled from 12 - 1 p.m. in the PCC Student Center. This forum is being conducted in an effort to provide a venue for Administration to fully explain the proposed realignments and to provide an opportunity for questions and receive input. The Administration, in coordination with the Academic Senate Leadership, will capture input received in order to inform and guide the decision making process.

Fall 2008 Fitness & Wellness Center Hours Set: Free for All Colleagues!

The Fitness & Wellness Center is FREE for LBCC colleagues and their immediate family. Call or email for Fall enrollment materials & equipment Introduction schedule. For LAC: John Smith ext. 4029 or jsmith@lbcc.edu. For PCC: Laurie Gagen ext. 3934.

2009 Ghana Study Abroad Fundraiser: Car Wash at PCC September 27
The Africa Alive Microcredit Association Student Club will sponsor a car wash on Saturday, Sept. 27 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at PCC in the parking lot facing PCH & Orange...

Students Needed to Serve on Campus Committees
The following planning committees need student representatives: College Planning Committee, Budget Advisory Committee, Facilities Advisory Committee, and Student Success Committee...

Please Encourage Your Students to Apply for a Scholarship
The online scholarship application is now available for student to access at http://scholarships.lbcc.edu . Last year we awarded more than 700 scholarships. To apply, applicants must be a current LBCC student and have a 2.0 GPA or higher. Deadline to apply is Friday, December 5, 2008 at 5 p.m. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Alicia Kruizenga at ext. 4083.

Now Available at Long Beach City College: Assessment for Professionals

Recognizing the growing role in supporting both education and the workforce, the Center for Training and Professional Development in Economic and Resource Development has partnered with ACT Center®. The nationwide ACT Center® network delivers computer-based testing and training services to individuals, employers, and professional organizations. Individuals now can plan for, and assess, learning and training throughout their lives, while in school or the workplace. This testing center allows Long Beach City College to serve as a comprehensive resource for developing and serving a community's workforce, economy and helps people attain their educational and career goals. Attached is a list of current assessments exams. Please contact Greta Rice, Program Manager, for more information ext. 5053.

'Don't Cancel That Class!' Available for Faculty

Called away for a conference, family obligation or a previous commitment? “Don’t Cancel That Class!” is a resource that provides alternative speakers and workshops for students when instructors are unable to attend regularly scheduled classes. Please contact Student Success/Transfer Services Center at ext. 4670...

Women's Support Group to Meet at PCC & LAC Throughout Fall
Offering a safe atmosphere where women can learn how to develop strength, courage, confidence, honesty and communication skills. For more info visit LAC Counseling Office or call ext. 4559 for PCC Counseling Office call ext 3922...

Small Business Development Center Hosts Inaugural Brown Bag Lunch Series
Join the SBDC at 1 p.m. September 25 to log on and hear J.D. Power share his wisdom on customer satisfaction. Space is limited. RSVP to brownbagseries.com ...

ASB Grant Applications Now Available
Each Fall and Spring semester a maximum of ten (10) grants ranging from $500 to $1,500 each will be considered to support innovative and and/or badly needed projects...


Astronomy Open Houses Scheduled Monthly for Fall Semester
Professor Courtney Seligman will be presenting astronomy open houses again this fall.. Open houses begin with a planetarium show in D326 at 7:30 pm, followed (weather permitting) by telescope viewing on the roof of the D building, starting around 8:40 pm. Open houses are scheduled for October 10, November 14, and December 5. Reservations are recommended for larger groups, but are not required, unless there are overflow crowds. For more information about the open houses, and how to reserve seats, refer to Astronomy Open Houses, athttp://cseligman.com/openhouse.htm

Foundation Grant Applications Available
Foundation Grant applications are now available. Please see the above attached.

2008 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Set for October 10
Alumni Jeff Napper, Teresa O'Neill, Les Robbins and Judy Seal will be inducted into the LBCC Hall of Fame...

Professional Development Program Workshops

Professional Development Schedule: Workshops Planned for Fall 2008
Please fill out our attached registration form for the above PDP workshops and send to Staff Development Coordinator Monica LaBenda (mail code G3)...

Faculty Resource Center Offering Workshops Throughout Fall Semester
Check out the educational technology workshop offerings this fall at the Faculty Resource Center-  website http://itdc.lbcc.edu/workshops/calendars/sept_08.html
Different workshops offered each week! Bonus-Earn Flex Credit!

Job Opportunities

Check for available Academic and Administrative and Classified and Managerial positions.

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