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--September 2002

Week of October 29, 2002

01. LCC hosts piano concert
02. LCC to present 'Little Shop of Horrors'
03. LCC Mail Art Show drawing worldwide interest
04. LCC hosts Korean War Exhibit
05. LCC dishes new culinary arts courses
06. LCC launches early spring registration
07. LCC, Rotary Clubs to host annual Career Days
08. LCC students to celebrate Halloween
09. LCC alumni to meet for treats Thursday
10. LCC art alumni invited to display work at new exhibit
11. Careers and jobs focus of LCC student contest
12. LCC Music Club promotes the Arts
13. LCC Calendar for the Week of October 28-November 3, 2002

LCC hosts piano concert

Aficionados of the piano were invited to spend an evening with Laredo Community College Music Instructor Patricia Martellotti for the presentation of her second community concert, Monday, October 28.
    Last October, Martellotti dazzled a standing-room-only audience with her first local concert performance. A specialist in piano, composition and new music, she performed several of her most recent works and compositions from the Masters.
    In her October 28th concert, which began at 7 p.m. in the Kazen College Center, Martellotti performed romantic and modern works by Liszt, Heuser, J.S. Bach, and Copland, as well as a new, original composition, entitled Oceans.
    The concert finale featured Martellotti with special guest pianist and former graduate classmate, Mikołaj Górecki, LCC’s newest music instructor. The pianists performed Górecki’s Toccata for Two Pianos.
    “I am excited to present this second concert to the community,” said Martellotti. “Since relocating to Laredo, I have come to enjoy the community spirit which is so abundant in this region and in the LCC campus.”
    Born in Orange County, Southern California, Martellotti began playing the piano at age five. She won her first piano competition in the California Junior Bach Festival in San Francisco at age ten and later entered The Colburn School of Performing Arts in Central Los Angeles. She has won numerous competitions including the Seventeen Magazine/General Motor's National Piano Competition, Music    Teacher's    Association     of     California    Concerto Competition, California State University of Fullerton Piano Competition and Disney Creativity Challenge Award.
    Martellotti has soloed with major orchestras including the Eastman Wind Ensemble, Eastman School Symphony, Saddleback Symphony, Brentwood-Westwood Symphony and the Orange County Philharmonic.
    Martellotti completed her Bachelor of Music degree with a major in Piano Performance at Eastman School of Music of The University of Rochester. She completed her Master of Music degree with a major in Piano Performance and Composition at Indiana University School of Music. She is currently enrolled in the Graduate Music Program at the University of Texas at San Antonio.
    Górecki, born in Katowice, Poland, began studying the violin at the age of six; a year later he began studying the piano. In 1990, after graduating from the Secondary School of Music’s piano class, he began to study composition at the Karol Szymanowski Academy of Music in Katowice under his father, composer Henryk Mikołaj Górecki.
    Having graduated with honors from the Academy, Górecki was granted a double scholarship by the Banff Center for the Arts in Canada, where he stayed for a year honing his compositional technique. In 1998, he began studying at the School of Music at the University of Indiana, where he was awarded his doctoral degree in musical composition in May 2000.
    For more information about the piano concert, contact the LCC Music and Dance Department by calling 721-5330.

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LCC to present ‘Little Shop of Horrors’

   The Laredo Community College Opera Workshop is offering an exciting way for families to celebrate the Halloween season with the presentation of the “Little Shop of Horrors,” October 31 through November 3.
    Sponsored by the LCC Music and Dance Department and the City of Laredo, the Opera Workshop fall production will be October 31 through November 2 at 8 p.m. and on November 3 at 3 p.m. in the Adkins Building, Arena Theater. Admission is free and open to students and the public.
    LCC Opera Workshop Co-Director Dr. Joseph Crabtree explained that the musical is a modern telling of the Faust legend, which offers a comical, poignant and revealing view of human nature.
    It is musically styled after 1960’s Motown and set in Mushnik’s Flower Shop at 1313 Skid Row.
   “The show tells the story of Seymour, a nerd who discovers that getting what you ask for can come with ‘messy, nasty strings,’” said Dr. Crabtree. “He sells himself to a plant named Audrey II to help win the heart of Audrey. After giving the plant its first drop of blood from a thorn prick, Seymour discovers what greed, desire and love can do to a nice guy.”
    As Seymour’s success grows, so do the problems, and he discovers that there are no “free lunches,” added Dr. Crabtree.
    The musical’s Co-Director Dana Crabtree explained how LCC opera workshop students have put major effort into the show and have grown tremendously.
    “When we began rehearsals, we had a lot of young talent. But, it is nice to see how the show has caused each student to grow. We decided to open on Halloween because it fits the season perfectly. Besides the horror, there are a lot of laughs, tears, thoughts and lessons in the show, coupled with music that is well adapted and tuneful,” said Ms. Crabtree.
    The role of Seymour will be played by Mark Mackey on Oct. 31 and November 2, and Andrew Miller on November 1 and 3. The musical also features Lesley Martinez as Audrey.
    Some of the smaller roles include Mushnik, the greedy shop owner (Victor Rosales), Orin Scrivello, DDS, the bad-boy dentist/boyfriend of Audrey (Javier Aguilar), and four entrepreneurs who want in on the action, delightfully played by Juan Luis Perez, Jr. The action is explained by a trio of girls which acts as a Greek Chorus (Aidee Juarez, Ariana Farias, and Arlene Holzapfelbaum.).
    Customers and denizens of Skid Row include Michelle Perez, Luz Barrera, and Kim Keller (who is also a puppeteer). The Voice of Audrey II (Javier Valenciano) is masterfully puppeteered by Jose Barrientos, Jr.
    Vocal arrangements are by Robert Billig, orchestration by Robby Merkin, puppet designs by Martin P. Robinson. Audrey II puppets created by Zachary Scott Theatre Center in Austin, Texas.
    Little Shop of Horrors is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Music Theatre International, 421 West 54th Street, New York, NY 10019, Tel.: (212) 541-4684, Fax:(212) 397-4684, www.MTIShows.com.
    For more information, contact the LCC Music and Dance Department by calling 721-5330.

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LCC Mail Art Show drawing worldwide interest

A Mail Art Show which opened on October 23 at Laredo Community College is drawing worldwide interest from artists as far away as Australia.

The LCC Art Gallery has received over 150 entries from all parts of the United States and abroad for the city’s first International Mail Art Show. The exhibition will be on display at the LCC Art Department Teaching Gallery from October 23 to November 13. Gallery hours are Mondays and Wednesdays from 1 to 5 p.m., Tuesdays from 5:30 to 8 p.m., Thursdays from 2 to 4 p.m.

A reception will be held on the final day of the exhibit, November 13, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the LCC Art Department Teaching Gallery. At the close of the exhibit, guests will be able to walk away with a piece of artwork.

The theme for the mail art show is “Rivers and Bridges” and is open to all interpretations.

LCC Art Instructor Eva Soliz says that the college has received all forms of art, including photographs, mixed media, drawings and paintings.

“We even received a soap bar with a stamp and mailing address on one side and the carving of a bridge on the other side. The exhibit will offer an eclectic view of art created by artists of all skills,” says Soliz.

LCC Art Instructor Gary Brown explained that all forms of media, in any size, were accepted. However, the art piece must have been mailed through the postal system.

“The Laredo Community College Art Department is pleased to introduce a fun and exciting concept in art shows in the Laredo region. The idea of the mail art show is pretty popular in art circles across the world. And the LCC Art Department thought that the theme of rivers and bridges would tie in appropriately to our community,” said Brown.

He added that the college promoted the Mail Art Show in national art publications and has received entries from all parts of Texas, Florida, California, New York, Ohio, Australia, Oregon, Utah, and Boston and other cities. Inquiries about the exhibit have also come in from Europe and Japan. The exhibit organizers noted that they expect to continue receiving art work leading to the closing of the exhibit.

Entries can be mailed to: Rivers and Bridges, Art Department, Laredo Community College, West End Washington Street, Laredo, TX 78040 USA.

For more information, call 956-721-5224 or send e-mail to art@laredo.edu.

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LCC hosts Korean War History Exhibit

The Laredo Community College Yeary Library, in association with the Daughters of the American Revolution, hosted a reception for an exhibit honoring Laredoans who fought in the Korean War, as part of nationwide observances marking the 50th Anniversary of this conflict (1950-53). The event was on Thursday, October 24, at 10 a.m. in the library foyer.

LCC Reference Librarian Bill Wisner said, “The exhibit has drawn much interest already, not only from those old enough to remember the war, but also from students of a new generation who may know little about this historic and complicated conflict.”

The show features maps, photos of Laredo veterans in battle, a wealth of medals, a Rosary, a signed letter from President Truman to one of the soldiers, and other memorabilia that make history come alive.

Accompanying the display is a 14-minute video professionally produced by Time Warner Communications focusing on various battles and Laredoans’ involvement in them—a moving document narrated by Laredo native. David C. Leyendecker.

Leyendecker, a Marine veteran of the Korean War, also presented a lunch talk at the LCC Library, room 146 on Monday, October 28, where he described his experiences in the war and took questions about the conflict. Organizers said that the presentation was well attended by students, military veterans and community members.

“Of all American wars, the Korean conflict may be one that people know the least about-and anyone who attended Mr. Leyendecker’s talk no doubt found what he had to say very interesting, because he was actually there,” said Wisner.

The exhibit will remain on display through November 15. Admission to the exhibit is free and open to students and the public.

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LCC dishes new culinary arts courses

The Community Education Department at Laredo Community College is offering a new series of continuing education courses focusing on culinary arts, with the next class set to begin on Saturday, November 9.

The second section of the class, Special Topics in Culinary Arts/Chef Training, will meet on Saturdays from November 9 to 23 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Laredo Job Corp Center. The course fee is $65.60. The third class section will meet: Mondays and Wednesdays, December 2 to 11 from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. The course fee is $58.

Fred Smith is teaching the culinary arts courses. He has been the executive chef at Mercy Health Center for the past five years. Prior to his arrival in Laredo, Smith owned and operated two restaurants in San Antonio.

A 1978 graduate of the Culinary Institute in New York, Smith has over 20 years of extensive training and experience working for some of the top hotels and country clubs around the country.

Smith says that the classes are tailored to meet the educational needs of all students, including novice chefs and persons wanting to take the course for personal enrichment only. The class will include lecture and hands-on learning experiences.

“The first section of the Culinary Arts class focused on proper procedures of sanitation, proper knife procedures, sauces, soups, salad dressings, and other basics. Students will be able to continue their learning experience in the second and third course sections, which will focus on Thanksgiving and Christmas meals,” says Smith.

The LCC Community Education Food Safety Program also includes courses in Food Service Manager Certification and Recertification: Food Protection Management Program.

The Manager Certification is a 15-hour certification program for owners and operators of establishments that prepare and serve food to the public. Topics range from proper food storage to accident prevention, regulations and standards.

The Food Protection Management Recertification is also for owners and operators of eateries. Topics include categories of food contamination, and food-borne illness, among other issues.

Course fees range from $40.50 to $53.

For more information about the classes, check out the Community Education Fall Class Schedule available online at www.laredo.edu/ce or pick up a schedule at the Eloy Garcia Building, room 2.

To register for the classes, visit the LCC Admissions/Registration Office, located in University Hall, room 125. The office is open Mondays through Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For more information, contact Community Education by calling 721-5374.

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LCC launches early spring registration

Laredo Community College launched early registration for the Spring 2003 semester on Monday, October 28, via the college’s telephone enrollment system.

Students who are eligible to self-advise for classes can be the first to take advantage of early registration. To qualify, students must have at least 20 college-level credit hours, have passed the TASP Test or be TASP-exempt/waived, and have declared a major with the Admissions/Registration Office.

Students who do not meet the requirements for self-advisement may seek advisement from counselors or faculty beginning November 4 from 1 to 7 p.m. in college departments or the Counseling Center.

LCC’s telephone enrollment system makes it fast and convenient for students to register for classes. The system is accessible from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., including weekends, by dialing 721-5100 on a touch-tone phone.

LCC’s Spring 2003 class schedule is now available on campus or on-line. The spring offerings include day, evening and distance education courses which make it convenient for busy students to obtain a college education. With tuition for in-district students at half the cost of state universities, LCC offers a more affordable, quality learning experience. LCC also offers financial aid and special Early Enrollment programs for high school students.

The class schedule is now available on-line at www.laredo.edu and at the Admissions/Registration Office in University Hall, room 125. For more information, call 721-5109.

LCC, Rotary Clubs to host annual Career Days

Laredo Community College and the local Rotary Clubs will welcome more than 2,300 high school seniors to the college campus on October 29 and 30 for the 55th annual Career Days. The event provides students with up-to-date information on potential career paths.

Seniors from Lara Academy, Laredo Christian Academy, Martin, United and United South are scheduled to attend the October 29th session. Seniors from Alexander, Bruni, Cigarroa, Crystal City, Eagle Charter, Nixon and Zapata are expected to attend the October 30th program.

On both days, campus tours led by LCC students will be available from 8:45 to 9:30 a.m. The tours begin in front of the Maravillo Gymnasium. Musical entertainment by LCC’s Show Band and Mariachi Palomino will be provided from 9:45 to 10:30 a.m. in the college gym. A general assembly for all the participants will be held from 10:30 to 10:50 a.m. in the LCC gym.

Afterwards, the students will participate in a breakout session from the more than 100 career presentations hosted by local professionals and business people. Students are encouraged to ask speakers questions about the educational requirements, daily activities and salary expectations of a given job. The session will be from 11:15 a.m. to 12 noon in various classrooms throughout campus. Career options will range from architecture, engineering and computer science, to medicine, technical, and social services.

For more information, call the LCC Counseling Center at 721-5135.

LCC students to celebrate Halloween

Laredo Community College students will celebrate Halloween with food, music, and other activities on Thursday, October 31, from 8 a.m. to 12 noon in the Kazen College Center.

LCC’s annual Halloween Fun Day will feature a fair for students, faculty, staff and the public to purchase food items and unique gifts for the ghoulish occasion from student clubs and organizations. At 10 a.m., the LCC Show Band will present an hour-long concert, featuring an array of ghostly tunes, plus popular hits, ranging from jazz and pop to international and Tejano. The concert is free and open to students and the public.

A Halloween costume contest for LCC students will also be held at approximately 10:30 a.m. in the Kazen Center. Prizes will be given to most unique costume designs.

For more information, call the LCC Student Activities Office at 721-5179.

LCC Alumni to Meet for Treats Thursday

Laredo Community College alumni will have an opportunity to celebrate Halloween with former classmates and have an opportunity to work toward the advancement of the college mission during the LCC Alumni Association’s Meet with Treats on October 31 at 6:30 p.m. in the Reunion Room at Guapo’s Sports Café, 107 Calle del Norte.

The group’s first Meet with Treats is a fun and exciting twist to the general fall meeting held in October to elect new officers for the Alumni Association, says the group’s president Jaime Martinez.

“The Alumni Association invites LCC and LJC alums to join our group’s efforts which support the mission of Laredo Community College and its students,” says Martinez.

Complimentary beverages and botanas will be served to all alumni who attend. To join the non-profit organizations, the alumni must have attended LCC/LJC for at least one semester.

For more information, call Alumni Coordinator Millie Slaughter at 721-5812.

LCC Art Alumni invited to display work at new exhibit

The Laredo Community College Art Department invites graduates of the Art program to participate in the first-ever LCC Art Alumni Exhibit, scheduled to open on November 20.

The Art Department will be accepting up to two art pieces from alumni for possible inclusion in this new exhibition. The deadline to submit artwork is November 15.

“The Laredo Community College Art Department is proud of the many students who have graduated from our program and have continued to achieve success in the art industry,” says Department Chair Dale Short.

Along with the artwork, the art alum should submit a short bio of their accomplishments since graduating from LCC/LJC.

The selected art alumni will be honored during an opening reception for the exhibit on November 20 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the LCC Art Teaching Gallery.

For more information, contact the LCC Art Department by calling 721-5224 or by sending an e-mail to art@laredo.edu.

Careers and jobs focus of LCC student contest

Laredo Community College students have a valuable opportunity to win exciting prizes, including a free college education, by entering a new contest focusing on careers and job readiness.

The SBC Foundation (Southwestern Bell) and the LCC Employment Assistance Center (formerly Placement Services) invite currently enrolled, full- and part-time LCC students to participate in the first Career and Job Exploration Contest.

“Obtaining a college education, exploring a career and preparing to find a job are essential processes in the life of successful individuals,” says EAC Director Felix Gamez. “LCC and SBC hope to motivate students to take the initiative to learn about their futures by participating in this contest.”

The scope of the project should focus on career exploration, the value of a college education, job searching tools or job searching strategies. The student project can be developed in the form of an essay, poster, movie, story, or script for a play.

First place will be in-district tuition and fees for one semester (12 credit hours) at LCC. Second prize will be a gift basket including t-shirts, baseball caps, a backpack and a planner, among other items.

The deadline for LCC students to submit their projects is December 4 before 5 p.m. at the LCC Employment Assistance Center, located in the Kazen Center, room 234. The winners will be announced on December 13.

For more information, contact Gamez by calling 721-5461.

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LCC Music Club promotes the arts

Members of the Laredo Community College Music Club have undertaken several projects to promote the performing arts on campus and in the community. Officers and members of the club are, L-R, front row, Alfonso E. Ortiz, secretary Hacel Arias, Sandra Oliva, student representative Cindi J. Jimenez, Music Club sponsor José D. Compeán; second row, vice-president Luis Casares, Noe Aguilar; third row, Jesus Regalado, treasurer Cesar Casiano; and back row, president Eliborio Lopez, Jr., Martin Garcia and Rick W. Anderson. Members not pictured are Carmen Esparza and Ricky Ledezma.

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LCC Calendar for October 28-Nov. 3, 2002

MONDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2002

Laredo Community College launches Early Registration for the Spring 2003 semester for students who are eligible to self-advise for classes. LCC students save time and avoid the lines with LCC’s telephone enrollment system, available from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., seven days a week, through December 5. Dial 721-5100 to register by phone. Check out the class schedule online at www.laredo.edu. For more information, call 721-5109.

The Laredo Community College Yeary Library, in conjunction with the Daughters of the American Revolution, will host a lunch talk featuring Laredo veteran David C. Leyendecker, speaking about memories of the Korean War. The talk is set for 12 noon in the Yeary Library, room 146. Admission is free and open to students and the public. For more information, call 721-5280.

Laredo Community College will host a Piano Concert featuring LCC Music Instructor Patricia Martellotti and guest artist, LCC Music Instructor Mikołaj Górecki. The event begins at 7 p.m. in the Kazen College Center. Admission is free and open to the public. For more information, call 721-5330.

The Laredo Community College Yeary Library is displaying an exhibit commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Korean War. The exhibit will be on display through November 15. Admission is free and open to students and the public. For more information, call 721-5280.

The Community Education Department at Laredo Community College is offering an array of short-term, non-credit career and personal enrichment courses. Check out the fall class schedule available on the World Wide Web at www.laredo.edu/ce. To register, visit the LCC Admissions/Registration Office, located in University Hall, room 125. For more information, call 721-5374.

The Laredo Community College Art Department is displaying an exhibition, “Rivers and Bridges International Mail Art Show,” through November 13. Gallery hours are from 1 to 5 p.m. at the LCC Art Teaching Gallery. Admission is free and open to students and the public. For more information, call 721-5224.

Laredo Community College is accepting applications from prospective students for Spring 2003 admission to the Nursing Assistant Program. Applications are available in Lopez Nursing Building, room 104. The deadline to apply is November 15. For more information, call 721-5255.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2002

Laredo Community College and the Rotary Clubs of Laredo will host the 55th annual Career Days, October 29 and 30, on the LCC campus. Today, high school seniors from Lara Academy, Laredo Christian Academy, Martin, United and United South are expected to participate. The general assembly begins at 9:45 a.m. in the Maravillo Gymnasium. Students break out for a myriad of career sessions from 11:15 a.m. to 12 p.m. Note that some LCC classes will be canceled due to the event. College students should consult their instructors for more information. For more information, call 721-5135.

Laredo Community College is offering Early Registration for the Spring 2003 semester for students who are eligible to self-advise for classes. LCC students save time and avoid the lines with LCC’s telephone enrollment system, available from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., seven days a week, through December 5. Dial 721-5100 to register by phone. Check out the class schedule online at www.laredo.edu. For more information, call 721-5109.

The Laredo Community College Art Department is displaying an exhibition, “Rivers and Bridges International Mail Art Show,” through November 13. Gallery hours are from 5:30-8 p.m. at the LCC Art Teaching Gallery. Admission is free and open to students and the public. For more information, call 721-5224.

The Community Education Department at Laredo Community College is offering an array of short-term, non-credit career/personal enrichment courses. Check out the fall class schedule available on the World Wide Web at www.laredo.edu/ce. To register, go by the LCC Admissions/Registration Office, located in University Hall, room 125. For more details, call 721-5374.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2002

Laredo Community College and the Rotary Clubs of Laredo will host the second phase of the 55th annual Career Days on the LCC campus. Today, high school seniors from Alexander, Bruni, Cigarroa, Crystal City, Eaglecharter, Nixon and Zapata are expected to participate. The general assembly begins at 9:45 a.m. in the Maravillo Gymnasium. Students break out for a myriad of career sessions from 11:15 a.m. to 12 p.m. Note that some LCC classes will be canceled due to the event. College students should consult their instructors for more information. For more information, call 721-5135.

The Laredo Community College Art Department has a new exhibition, “Rivers and Bridges International Mail Art Show,” on display through November 13. Gallery hours are from 1 to 5 p.m. at the LCC Art Teaching Gallery. Admission is free and open to students and the public. For more information, call 721-5224.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2002

Laredo Community College will host the annual Halloween Fun Day from 8 a.m. to 12 noon in the Kazen College Center. Student clubs will sell a variety of Halloween gift and food items, plus music by the LCC Show Band and a Halloween costume contest for LCC students from 10 to 11 a.m. For more information, call 721-5179.

The Laredo Community College Alumni Association will hold its first Meet with Treats-General Fall Meeting at 6:30 p.m. at Guapo’s Sports Café, 107 Calle del Norte. All LCC/LJC alumni are encouraged to attend. For more information, call 721-5812.

The Laredo Community College Opera Workshop will present its fall musical production of “The Little Shop of Horrors” through November 3 at the LCC Adkins Building Arena Theater. Show times are October 31-November 2 at 8 p.m. and November 3 at 3 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public. For more information, call 721-5330.

The Laredo Community College Art Department has a new exhibition, “Rivers and Bridges International Mail Art Show,” on display through November 13. Gallery hours are from 2 to 4 p.m. at the LCC Art Teaching Gallery. Admission is free and open to students and the public. For more information, call 721-5224.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2002

The Laredo Community College Lady Palomino volleyball team will play a conference match against Alvin College at 5 p.m. in LCC Maravillo Gymnasium. Admission is free and open to the public. For more information, call 721-5326.

The Laredo Community College Art Department invites alumni of the LCC Art Program to submit up to two art pieces for the first LCC Art Alumni Exhibit. The artwork, due by November 15, must be submitted ready to hang. For more information, call 721-5224 or send e-mail to art@laredo.edu.

The Laredo Community College Employee Assistance Center (formerly Placement) and the SBC (Southwestern Bell) invite LCC students to participate in the first Career and Job Exploration Contest. Projects can be an essay, a poster, a video, a story, or a script for a play. The project theme should focus on career exploration, the value of a college education, job searching, etc. The deadline is December 4. For more information, call 721-5461.

The Laredo Community College Opera Workshop will present its fall musical production of “The Little Shop of Horrors” through November 3 at the LCC Adkins Building Arena Theater. Show times are November 1-2 at 8 p.m. and November 3 at 3 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public. For more information, call 721-5330.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2002

The Laredo Community College Lady Palomino volleyball team will play a conference match against Galveston College at 1 p.m. in the LCC Maravillo Gymnasium. Admission is free and open to the public. For more information, call 721-5326.

Take a walk on the wild side. Visit the Lamar Bruni Vergara Environmental Science Center on the Laredo Community College campus and explore the various education and native specimen exhibits of the Rio Grande ecosystem. The center, located on the north side of the campus, is open Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $2 for children and senior citizens and $4 for adults. For more information, call 764-5701.

The Laredo Community College Opera Workshop will present its fall musical production of “The Little Shop of Horrors” through November 3 at the LCC Adkins Building Arena Theater. Show times are at 8 p.m. today and 3 p.m. on November 3. Admission is free and open to the public. For more information, call 721-5330.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2002

The Laredo Community College Opera Workshop will present its fall musical production of “The Little Shop of Horrors” through November 3 at the LCC Adkins Building Arena Theater. Show time is at 3 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public. For more information, call 721-5330.

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Week of October 21, 2002

1. Mercy Nursing Scholarship at LCC honors Sister Mary Adele Fuchs
2. LCC offers 'connection' to spring college semester
3. LCC joins Red Ribbon observance Wednesday
4. LCC Fine Arts Center construction continues
5. Young students are a hit at LCC
6. LCC receives SBC Excelerator Grant
7. LCC Calendar for October 21-26, 2002

Mercy Nursing Scholarship at LCC honors Sister Mary Adele Fuchs

Laredo Community College nursing students will benefit from a new scholarship established by Mercy Health Center in honor of recently retired Sister Mary Adele Fuchs, RSM.

Mercy officials named the scholarship after Sister Adele who retired two years ago after dedicating a lifetime of service to Laredo through Mercy Hospital and as a religious Sister of Mercy.

During her years as healthcare professional and administrator at Mercy, Sister Adele touched the lives of countless persons. Her work will continue through the careers of students in the LCC Nursing Department, said Javier Iruegas, CEO and President of Mercy Health Center.

“Sister Adele was instrumental in developing this scholarship for the benefit of Laredo Community College nursing students,” said Iruegas. “Upon her retirement, she was wholeheartedly behind the effort to move this scholarship forward. Mercy Health Center is pleased to know that her legacy of service will continue with the establishment of this scholarship.”

Sabás Zapata, III, Director of Planning and Marketing at Mercy and a member of the LCC Board of Trustees, remarked how Mercy Health Center is committed to alleviating the nursing shortage in Laredo.

“This new scholarship will hopefully motivate and encourage more Laredo residents to enter the nursing field to grow our own corps of healthcare professionals,” said Zapata.

LCC President Ramon H. Dovalina lauded the efforts of Mercy Health Center and its decision to name the scholarship after Sister Adele.

“Laredo Community College counts on partners such as Mercy Health Center to help students get the quality education they need to pursue a health care education and fill a tremendous need for licensed nurses in our community. It is appropriately fitting that the scholarship celebrates the lifetime career accomplishments of a caring individual who greatly impacted the well being of our community,” said Dovalina.

The Mercy Health Center-Sister Mary Adele Fuchs, RSM, Nursing Scholarship will consist of a $1,000 scholarship to be awarded every December to a nursing student for the spring semester.

Applicants must reside in Webb, Jim Hogg or Zapata Counties and be accepted by LCC to study in either the Vocational Nursing (VN) or Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) programs. The recipient must also agree to practice nursing in the tri-county area for at least two years following graduation.

To apply for the scholarship, the applicant must submit an application, copy of high school transcript (and where applicable, post high school transcripts), and a one-page essay on why nursing is the applicant’s chosen course of study. The application materials must be submitted to the Mercy Health Center Planning and Marketing Department, P.O. Box 2068, Laredo, TX 78044-2068. Applications are due by November 30 to be considered for the Spring 2003 semester.

A committee from Mercy Health Center will select the recipient based on the content requested on the application, the essay and academics.

Applications for the nursing scholarship are available at the offices of the LCC VN and ADN Departments in Lopez Nursing Building, rooms 104 and 126. For more information, call 721-5255 or 721-5252.

NEW OPPORTUNITY: Leaders from Mercy Health Center and Laredo Community College convened recently on the college campus to announce the establishment of the Mercy Health Center-Sister Mary Adele Fuchs, RSM, Nursing Scholarship. They are, L-R, Associate Degree Nursing Department Chair Dianna Miller, Mercy Chief Operating Officer Daniel Guevara, Sister Rosemary Welsh, Mercy Chief Executive Officer/President Javier Iruegas, LCC President Ramon H. Dovalina, Mercy Planning and Marketing Director/LCC Trustee Sabás Zapata, III, and Vocational Nursing Department Chair Virginia Goldsmith.

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LCC offers ‘connection’ to spring college semester

For many students, college life may appear foreign and intimidating. However, new students at Laredo Community College can get connected to campus life by participating in LCC’s unique orientation program, the College Connection.

Hosted by the LCC Counseling Center, the College Connection supports a smooth transition into higher education. It features a series of informative talks presented by counselors, faculty and professional staff members, including facts about admissions, programs of study, financial aid, faculty advising, registration, student services, and much more. They also learn about time management and effective study habits.

Space is now available for new students entering LCC in spring of 2003 to sign up for the College Connection on Wednesday, October 23, at 1 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. in the Kazen College Center, room 102. Admission to the College Connection is free and open to new and first-semester students who have less than nine college credit hours.

To participate in the College Connection at LCC, students must complete the easy admission and assessment process. To reserve a space or for more information, call 721-5135.

Early registration for the Spring 2003 semester is set to begin Monday, October 28. Students who are eligible to self-advise for classes are encouraged to register early through LCC’s telephone enrollment system by dialing 721-5100 on a touch-tone telephone.

Self-advised students must have at least 20 college-level semester hours of credit; have passed all portions of the TASP Test or be exempt or waived; and have a declared major on file with the Admissions/Registration Office.

LCC’s phone enrollment system is accessible through December 5 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., including weekends.

LCC will hold early advisement beginning November 4 for students who are not eligible to self-advise for classes. Early advisement will be November 4-7, 11-14 and 18-21 from 1 to 7 p.m. in the college departments. Students who have not declared a major may visit the LCC Counseling Center.

Special early advisement dates by appointment only will be held on November 25-26 and December 2-5. Phone registration for students who early advise will begin on November 5.

For more information about spring 2003 registration, call 721-5109 or 721-5140.

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LCC joins Red Ribbon observance Wednesday

Laredo Community College will join thousands of citizens nationwide to promote on campus a drug-free lifestyle during the campus Red Ribbon awareness event on Wednesday, October 23.

LCC will present its annual Red Ribbon Day community fair from 9 a.m. to noon in the Kazen College Center. The event is sponsored by the local Red Ribbon coalition, LCC Health Services, the Counseling Center and the Student Advisory Board. The event is free and open to students and the public.

Local, county and state community and law enforcement agencies will display information and distribute literature on drug abuse prevention. Among agencies that have been invited to participate are the Association for the Advisement of Mexican Americans, Community Supervision and Corrections Department, Drug Enforcement Agency, Gateway Community Center, Laredo Crime Stoppers, Laredo Health Department, Laredo Police Department, South Texas Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse, Stop Child Abuse and Neglect, Texas Department of Transportation, U.S. Customs, Webb County District Attorney, Webb County Sheriff’s Department, U.S. Border Patrol, FBI and the Laredo Fire Department, among others.

The Red Ribbon campaign was launched in memory of DEA agent Enrique Camarena, who was murdered by drug traffickers in 1985. The red ribbon has become the symbol for the nation’s war against drugs. For more information, call LCC Health Services Coordinator Miguel Peńa at 721-5189.

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LCC Fine Arts Center construction continues

The historic campus of Laredo Community College is buzzing with construction activity as the new Fine Arts Center continues to take shape. College officials say construction is scheduled for completion by June 2003. The new arts center will enhance LCC’s current facilities for instruction in the visual and performing arts. The modern facilities will serve as a hub for students in drawing, painting, sculpture, dance, music and theatre production classes, among other related subjects. It will also provide a performance venue for college students with a seating capacity for 752 persons, and a new gallery for visual art presentations. The Center is expected to open its doors in fall 2003.

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Young students are a hit at LCC

Some 105 students from Salvador Garcia Middle School were recently on the Laredo Community College campus to explore the vast educational opportunities available at their hometown college. The students, members of the school’s sixth grade Black Team, were a hit at the Maravillo Gymnasium where they had a chance to learn valuable martial arts skills in self-defense and aikido from college instructors. Michael Gallegos practices a self-defense technique with LCC Kinesiology Instructor Chris Martinez. The LCC Recruitment Office in conjunction with the Gear Up Program sponsored the students’ visit to LCC.

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LCC receives SBC Excelerator Grant

Laredo Community College is one of the newest recipients of the SBC Excelerator Grant, a national initiative of the SBC Foundation to help community-based organizations accelerate their ability to create stronger digital connections with America's underserved populations. The grant of $4,785 will be utilized by the LCC Placement Services Department for new technology and training to develop innovative ways to deliver information to distant communities. On hand for the presentation of the grant were, from left, LCC Development Director Millie Slaughter, Placement Services Director Felix Gamez, SBC Southwestern Bell External Affairs Director Sergio Contreras, LCC Chief Development Officer Blas Castańeda, and Dean of Workforce Development Alma Hernandez.

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LCC Calendar for October 21-26, 2002

MONDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2002

Laredo Community College will serve as the site for the NASA Benefits of Space traveling exhibit through October 22 on the west side of campus next to the Laredo Children’s Museum. School groups are scheduled to visit the semi-trailer exhibit in the mornings beginning at 9 a.m. The exhibit will be open to the public from 4 to 6 p.m. Admission is free of charge. For more information, call 721-5823.

Laredo Community College will serve as an Early Voting Site from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Kazen College Center. All registered voters of the county are encouraged to exercise their right to vote. Early voting at LCC continues through October 25. For more information, call 523-4244.

The Program and Policy Committee of the Laredo Community College Board of Trustees will hold a meeting at 5:30 p.m. in Laird Hall, room 124. The meeting is open to the campus body and public. For more information, call 721-5101.

Laredo Community College is accepting applications from persons seeking spring 2003 admission to the Associate Degree Nursing program. Applications are available in the Lopez Nursing Building, room 126. The deadline to apply is October 25. For more information, call 721-5252.

Laredo Community College music students are encouraged to submit their original music compositions for possible inclusion in the Fall 2002 New Music Concert on November 8. Applications for student works to be considered for the concert are available in the LCC Music and Dance Building II, room 105. Applications and musical compositions are due by October 25. For more information, call 721-5330, Ext. 5267.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2002

Laredo Community College is a site for the NASA Benefits of Space traveling exhibit, located on the west side of campus next to the Laredo Children’s Museum. School groups are scheduled to visit the semi-trailer exhibit in the mornings beginning at 9 a.m. The exhibit will be open to the public from 4 to 6 p.m. Admission is free of charge. For more information, call 721-5823.

The Laredo Community College Student Activities Office will present the second program of an interactive videoconference series on student success and leadership from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the de la Garza Building, room 101. The videoconference is free and open to all students. For more information, call 721-5179.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2002

Laredo Community College will host the annual Red Ribbon Awareness Fair from 9 a.m. to 12 noon at the Kazen College Center east lobby. Local, county and state agencies will offer information on drug abuse prevention services they provide to the community and the negative effects of drug abuse. Admission is free and open to students and the public. For more information, call 721-5189.

Laredo Community College will host two sessions of the College Connection, an orientation program for new students, in the Kazen College Center, room 102. The first will be at 1 p.m.; the second will be at 5:30 p.m. Participation is free of charge and is open to new students and first-semester students with less than nine college hours. For more information, call 721-5135.

The Finance Committee of the Laredo Community College Board of Trustees will hold a meeting at 5:30 p.m. in Laird Hall, room 124. The meeting is open to the campus body and the public. For more information, call 721-5101.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2002

The Laredo Community College Board of Trustees will hold their monthly meeting at 6 p.m. in Laird Hall, room 124. The meeting is open to the campus body and the public. For more information, call 721-5101.

The Theta Theta Chapter of Laredo Community College’s Phi Theta Kappa, an International Honor Society for gifted two-year college students, will host an initiation ceremony for the Fall 2002 semester at 6:30 p.m. in the de la Garza Building, room 101. The traditional ceremony is open to family and friends of the initiates, as well as the community. For more information, call 764-5956.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2002

Applications for spring 2003 admission to the Associate Degree Nursing program at Laredo Community College are due today. Applications must be submitted before 5 p.m. at Lopez Nursing Building, room 126. For more information, call 721-5252.

The Laredo Community College Lady Palomino volleyball team will play a conference match against Wharton College at 6 p.m. in Wharton. For more information, call 721-5326.

Today is the deadline for Laredo Community College music students to submit their original music compositions for possible inclusion in the Fall 2002 New Music Concert on November 8. Applications for student works to be considered for the concert are available in the LCC Music and Dance Building II, room 105. Applications and musical compositions are due before 5 p.m. For more information, call 721-5330, Ext. 5267.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2002

The South Texas Writing Project will host its Fall Conference, Border Voices, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on the Laredo Community College campus. For more information, call 721-5491.

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Week of October 14, 2002

1. Education leaders meet at LCC; discuss ways to improve lives

2. LCC to host Awareness Events for Dia del Rio

3. El Gran Salsero returns to LCC Oct. 19

4. LCC librarians speak at TLA Conference

5. LCC hosts ballet folklorico workshop

6. LCC to host NASA traveling exhibit

7. LCC honors students get history lesson on trolley

8. LCC calendar for October 14-19, 2002

Education leaders meet at LCC; discuss ways to improve lives

The chief executive officers of Laredo’s educational institutions convened on the Laredo Community College campus October 8 to formulate collaborative endeavors to improve the quality of life in the community.

The meeting of the Laredo Educational Systems Coalition, hosted by LCC President Ramon H. Dovalina, includes members Jerry Barber, Interim Superintendent of Laredo Independent School District; Ramon Dovalina, President of Laredo Community College; Ray Keck, President of Texas A&M International University; David J.P. Marzak, Superintendent of Schools of the Diocese of Laredo; and Oscar Rodriguez, Superintendent of United Independent School District.

Others present at the meeting were Richard Armenta, University/Community College Liaison for the Texas Association of Community Colleges; Juan Maldonado, Vice-President for Instruction and Student Development at LCC; and Minita Ramirez, Executive Director of the Office of Enrollment Management and School Relations at TAMIU.

Dovalina initiated the meeting by seeking input from members on the Coalition’s compact, a written overview of the Coalition, which lists its purpose and goals. The mission of the Coalition is to bring Laredo’s educational institutions together to work on common goals to improve access to education for all residents and enhance the quality of life in the community.

Keck distributed written suggestions of actual projects that the group might consider implementing.

Armenta suggested that the compact be seen as the framework for mutual cooperation and that Keck’s written suggestions be considered in a separate category within the document as ideas for action. All members concurred.

Discussion continued on seeking avenues to improve student performance on PSAT and SAT scores, curriculum alignment and more teacher recruitment.

Rodriguez, Barber and Marzak agreed on the importance of “training or growing our own” corps of teachers. Rodriguez offered to share a model project intended to identify high school students as prospective teachers.

In the area of curriculum alignment, Ramirez and Maldonado shared results of a nine-month initiative conducted with the assistance of William Reaves and Mel Griffin of the Texas A&M University System, Institute of School-University Partnerships. Faculty members from various disciplines have worked together to articulate coursework skill requirements that predicate success from one course to the other. A progress report is expected to be issued in November.

The superintendents lauded the collaborative efforts of the college and university, noting the positive impact the mutual cooperation is having on students.

Coalition members also discussed the need for data on student performance and preparation. They also explored ideas to share staff development training opportunities to defray costs.

For more information about the Laredo Educational Systems Coalition, contact President Dovalina by calling 721-5101.

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LCC to host awareness events for Dia del Rio

    Laredo Community College continues its commitment to environmental education as host for an array of cultural, educational and Earth-friendly activities during the eighth annual Dia del Rio celebration next week.
    The 2002 Dia del Rio events on the LCC campus are co-sponsored by the college and the Rio Grande International Study Center. This year’s theme is “Forever Grande, Forever Bravo.” Admission to all campus events is free and open to the public.
Beautiful Flowers and Glorious Butterflies
    Dia del Rio celebration events at LCC will be launched with a lecture and slide show focusing on “The Alliance between Beautiful Flowers and Glorious Butterflies of the Rio Grande.”
    Educator, naturalist and photographer Penny Warren will deliver the presentation on Tuesday, October 15, at 7 p.m. in the de la Garza Building, room 101. The presentation is free of charge to the public.
   Warren, an English faculty member at LCC, has studied the native flowers and butterflies of the Rio Grande for 10 years. Her work has been highlighted local newspaper features. Her presentation will highlight common butterflies and rare beauties. She will hold a question and answer session after her presentation.
Musical Tribute to the Rio Grande
    LCC will continue its campus-wide celebration of Dia del Rio on Wednesday, October 16, when the LCC Music and Dance Department presents its annual Musical Tribute to the Rio Grande program. The event will be from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Lamar Bruni Vergara Environmental Science Center, located on the north side of the college campus.
    LCC music student performance ensembles that are scheduled to perform under the stars include the: Mariachi Palomino, under direction of Ruben Vargas; and the LCC Show Band, under direction of Jose D. Compean.
Birds of Laredo Lecture
    An exciting presentation on native birds of the Rio Grande region will be showcased on Thursday, October 17, in the de la Garza Building, room 101, located on the west side of campus.
    Ron La Duque, a local expert on the indigenous bird population, will deliver the presentation, “Birds of Laredo,” on October 17 at 7 p.m.   Bird lovers, students and the public are encouraged to attend.
Environmental Composting Lecture
    Immediately following the bird lecture, a presentation on environmental composting will be held at 7:30 p.m. in the de la Garza Building, room 101.
    Malcolm Beck will deliver the lecture. Beck is the author of The Secret Life of Compost and other organic gardening publications. He is regarded as an authority on soil building and maintenance and of the recycling of organic wastes.
Paso del Indio Nature Trail Day
    The celebration on the LCC campus will culminate with the eighth annual Dia del Rio environmental work day at the Paso del Indio Nature Trail on Saturday, October 19. Community and school groups are invited to participate in the beautification of Laredo’s nature trail.
    Registration for the work day will begin at 7:30 a.m. at the LCC LBVE Science Center. The clean-up will continue through 12 noon   Lunch will be provided to the work day volunteers.
    For more information about the 2002 Dia del Rio celebration at LCC, contact the Rio Grande International Study Center by calling 721-5392.

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El Gran Salsero returns to LCC Oct. 19

Professional dancer Lee Rios of San Antonio is returning to Laredo Community College to offer another workshop on salsa dancing to students and the community.

Rios’ workshop is scheduled for Saturday, October 19, from 12 noon to 3 p.m. in the Kazen College Center. Rios returns to LCC where his workshop last March attracted a standing-room only crowd of salsa dance enthusiasts. His Laredo workshops are sponsored by the LCC Music and Dance Department, and are free to students and the public.

Rios is known throughout the world as El Gran Salsero and El Puertoriqueńo Original. He has studied, taught and performed salsa and many other traditional Puerto Rican folk dances for more than 15 years.

He has taught and participated in workshops across the nation in Los Angeles, Miami, Albuquerque, Columbus (Ohio), Denton, Dallas, Houston, Austin and San Antonio.

He has also taught in Berlin and Darmstadt, Germany, as well as other locations across Europe.

Rios is the founder and choreographer of the Semeneya Dance Company, which performs regularly at international music festivals.

In order to accommodate the anticipated large group of dancers, Rios’ workshop will be held in the Kazen Center. To sign up for the workshop or for more information, call the LCC Music and Dance Department at 721-5330.

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LCC librarians speak at TLA Conference

Three Laredo Community College librarians were invited to speak at the Texas Library Association (TLA) District 4 Annual Conference, on Friday, October 11, at the TAMIU Western Hemispheric Trade Center (WHTC).

William Wisner, Sarah Church and Garry Church represented LCC at this year’s conference entitled, “Librarians Helping Librarians.”

Wisner spoke about “The Art of the Book: Reading and Culture in the Sculptures of William Wisner,” from 2:30 to 3:20 p.m. in WHTC room 104. His slide show and talk emphasized how the existence of books is being threatened with the growing use of modern technology.

Wisner complimented his presentation with a visual exhibit of book sculptures, entitled, “Book. Ends.” Wisner has been the reference librarian at LCC for 15 years. He is also a published writer and artist.

Mrs. Church’s presentation focused on her experiences dealing with the establishment of a library in the United Arab Emirates from 1997 to 1999. Her talk, entitled, “I saw Camels from My Window: Creating the Library at the American University of Sharjah,” was from 3:35 to 4:30 p.m. in WHTC, room 104.

Mr. Church discussed the benefits of a fellowship which the LCC Yeary Library recently received from Amigos Library Services, Inc., to improve its services to students. His presentation, titled “Going Outside to Improve the Inside: Observational Site Visits,” was from 3:35 to 4:30 p.m. in WHTC, room 126.

The Churches are beginning their third year of service to students at the LCC library. Mr. Church is the periodicals librarian and Mrs. Church is the acquisitions librarian.

For more information, contact the LCC Marketing and Public Information Office by calling 721-5140.

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LCC hosts ballet folklorico workshop

Laredo Community College students and adults who want to learn the basic techniques of a traditional dance from old Mexico were encouraged to sign up for a free dance workshop Saturday, October 12.

Sponsored by the LCC Music and Dance Department, the ballet folklorico workshop was held October 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the LCC Music and Dance Building I, room 107. Participation was free and open to LCC students and the public.

Manuel Flores, a professional dancer from Mexico, conducted the workshop.

For more information or to sign up for the free workshop, contact the LCC Music and Dance Department at 721-5330.

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LCC to host NASA traveling exhibit

Laredo Community College will offer a unique opportunity for area children, college students and community to explore the science of space for the future of Earth during NASA Days at LCC, October 21-22.

Dr. Nora Garza, Dean of Arts and Sciences, says that the college is proud and honored to host for the first time in Laredo this valuable educational exhibit for the benefit of students and the public. She was instrumental in working with NASA’s Johnson Space Center officials to bring the semitrailer exhibit to the city.

“Laredo Community College is excited to bring such an important learning experience to our community, considering that not many Laredo students have the opportunity to visit our national space center in Houston,” said Garza.

Accommodations will be provided for school groups to visit the exhibit from 9 a.m. to 12 noon or 1 to 4 p.m. during the exhibit’s two day stay in Laredo. Area teachers who are interested in providing this unique learning experience to their classes are encouraged to complete a registration form by calling Dr. Garza at 721-5823. Reservations are on a first-come, first serve basis. Approximately 30 students can view the exhibit at one time. Tours will be scheduled every 30 minutes.

The Benefits of Space on Tour exhibit will be open to the general public from 4 to 6 p.m. Admission is free of charge.

The semitrailer exhibit will be stationed on the west side of the college campus near the Laredo Children’s Museum.

The LCC Mathematics Department will offer a professional development lecture for area master teachers in conjunction with NASA Days at LCC.

LCC Math Instructor Hanan Amro will lead a lecture on “NASA Applications in the Mathematics Classroom” on Monday, October 21, at 4:30 p.m. in the de la Garza Building, room 101. She will present a wealth of information to access classroom activities provided by NASA’s Aerospace Academy. The lecture is free of charge to all educators. To RSVP for the event, please call 721-5441.

NASA’s traveling exhibit provides citizens with a closer look at the benefits they receive from the U.S. space program. Technology derived from the space program touches many lives every day. Examples include the common home smoke detectors and cordless tools. More recent technologies coming into wider use include a miniature, implantable heart assist device based on space shuttle fuel pumps and protective clothing for a variety of applications based on spacesuit technology.

“The Benefits of Space on Tour exhibit clearly depicts the many ways in which technologies derived from the U.S. space program impact everyone’s daily life. It identifies tremendous potential for even greater future benefits to the public from the ongoing exploration of space,” said Charlene Gilbert, Johnson Space Center’s director of technology transfer and commercialization.

The first section, dubbed as the Technology Hall of Fame, features audio and video exhibits on a dozen space program spin-offs. After viewing the exhibits, visitors enter a surround-sound theater to view a 10-minute video on the past, present and future of the space program.

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LCC honors students get history lesson on trolley

A group of Laredo Community College honors students received a valuable lesson on Laredo history outside the classroom. The students recently had the opportunity to learn about the city’s unique history by participating in a trolley tour of the Webb County Heritage Foundation. The group are students of History Instructor JoAnne Balzar.

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LCC Calendar for October 14-19, 2002

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2002

The Laredo Community College Music and Dance Department will host a Ballet Folklorico Workshop featuring professional dancer Manuel Flores of Mexico from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the LCC Music and Dance Building I, room 107. Admission is free and open to students and the public. For more information, call 721-5330.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2002

The Community Education Department at Laredo Community College is offering an array of short-term, non-credit career and personal enrichment courses. Check out the fall class schedule available on the World Wide Web at www.laredo.edu/ce. To register, go by the LCC Admissions/Registration Office, located in University Hall, room 125. For more information, call 721-5374.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2002

The Audit Committee of the Laredo Community College Board of Trustees will hold a meeting at 12 noon in Laird Hall, room 124. The meeting is open to the campus body and the public. For more information, call 721-5101.

Laredo Community College and the Rio Grande International Study Center will launch its campus-wide celebration of Dia del Rio with a slide show and talk on “The Alliance Between Beautiful Flowers and Glorious Butterflies of the Rio Grande” at 7 p.m. in the de la Garza Building, room 101. Admission is free and open to students and the public. For more information, call 721-5392.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2002

The Dia del Rio celebration on the Laredo Community College campus will continue with a Musical Tribute to the Rio Grande, featuring the LCC Show Band and Mariachi Palomino. The concert under the stars will begin at 7 p.m. at the LCC Lamar Bruni Vergara Environmental Science Center. Admission is free and open to the public. For more information, call 721-5330.

The Community Education Department at Laredo Community College is offering an array of short-term, non-credit career and personal enrichment courses. Check out the fall class schedule available on the World Wide Web at www.laredo.edu/ce. To register, go by the LCC Admissions/Registration Office, located in University Hall, room 125. For more information, call 721-5374.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2002

Laredo Community College’s celebration of Dia del Rio will continue with two Earth-friendly lectures by area environmentalists. Ron LaDuque will offer a lecture on the Birds of Laredo at 7 p.m., followed by a presentation on environmental composting by Malcolm Beck at 7:30 p.m. Both lectures will be held in the de la Garza Building, room 101 and are free and open to students and the public. The lectures are sponsored by the Rio Grande International Study Center. For more information, call 721-5392.

The Community Education Department at Laredo Community College is offering an array of short-term, non-credit career and personal enrichment courses. Check out the fall class schedule available on the World Wide Web at www.laredo.edu/ce. To register, go by the LCC Admissions/Registration Office, located in University Hall, room 125. For more information, call 721-5374.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2002

The Laredo Community College Lady Palomino volleyball team will play a conference match against Lee College at the Maravillo Gymnasium at 6 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public. For more information, call 721-5326.

Laredo Community College is accepting applications from prospective students seeking spring 2003 admission to the Associate Degree Nursing program. Applications are available in the Lopez Nursing Building, room 126. The deadline to apply is October 25. For more information, call 721-5252.

The Community Education Department at Laredo Community College is offering an array of short-term, non-credit career and personal enrichment courses. Check out the fall class schedule available on the World Wide Web at www.laredo.edu/ce. To register, go by the LCC Admissions/Registration Office, located in University Hall, room 125. For more information, call 721-5374.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2002

The Laredo Community College Lady Palomino volleyball team will play a conference game against San Jacinto College at 12 p.m. at the Maravillo Gymnasium. Admission is free and open to the public. For more information, call 721-5326.

The Laredo Community College Music and Dance Department will host a salsa dance workshop featuring professional dancer Lee Rios of San Antonio from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Kazen College Center. Admission is free and open to students and the public. For more information, call 721-5330.

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Week of October 7, 2002

1. Eleanor Roosevelt Walk Saturday at LCC

2. LCC presents relationship speaker Ellen Gootblatt

3. LCC accepting entries from student composers

4. LCC students to educate youth on proper backpack use

5. Nosotros Net continues to advance lives

6. LCC Calendar for October 7-12

Eleanor Roosevelt Walk Saturday at LCC

Laredo Community College was the site of the first community-wide Eleanor Roosevelt Fund Walk/Run/Bike event on October 12. The event commemorated Eleanor Roosevelt’s birthday, raised awareness about educational equity, and raised funds for scholarships, said local organizers.

“We’re walking the walk and talking the talk,” said LCC President Ramon H. Dovalina. The college is the first institutional member of the American Association of University Women in the country to host an Eleanor Roosevelt Fund walking event in association with the Laredo Branch of AAUW.

The event was scheduled from 8 a.m. to noon beginning at the LCC Bus Shelter on the east side of campus. Donations of $1 and up were being gathered by AAUW Laredo Branch members and all walkers, runners and bikers were welcomed. T-shirts were distributed to contributors of $25 or more.

Walkers were also “talking the talk” by reading quotes from the writings of the former first lady who has become a symbol of gender equity and educational access throughout America.

“The Eleanor Roosevelt Fund was established by the AAUW Foundation in 1988 to support groundbreaking research on the educational experiences of women and girls,” says Dr. Nora Garza, former state president of AAUW and this year’s co-president of the Laredo Branch.

“In Laredo, we are doing ground-breaking work too, we are working with a group of middle school girls, encouraging them as junior members of our branch, in order to give them the support they need to seek their individual and unlimited potential,” Garza said.

A portion of the funds raised will be directed to the national ER Fund, and a portion will be used to support the Laredo AAUW scholarship fund. All contributions are welcome.

Registration packets were available from Dr. Garza or event co-chairs Rebecca Sepulveda and Dr. Sara Carrasco at Laredo Community College. For more information call 721-5140. All walkers, runners, and bicycle riders were welcomed to participate.

Each year, the Laredo Branch of AAUW hosts a series of events designed to promote educational opportunities for women and girls. These include a “Transitions” Conference in November for persons interested in returning to education, the annual “Girls Can” conference in February, Women’s History Month observance in March and a Sister-to-Sister Conference in April. Co-presidents of the Laredo branch this year are Garza, Dean of Arts and Sciences at Laredo Community College; and Veronica Martinez, Director of Institutional Effectiveness at Texas A&M International University.

The local AAUW organization is celebrating its 50^th anniversary this year and encourages membership from full and associate members. Associate members are persons who are enrolled in at least one college course and are working on their bachelor's degree. AAUW is open to all persons with a bachelor's degree or higher and who are committed to the ideals and mission of AAUW. These are promoting access and equity in education for all women and girls, lifelong learning, and positive societal change.

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LCC presents relationships speaker Ellen Gootblatt

Ellen Gootblatt, a nationally recognized campus speaker on relationships and self-motivation, will address Laredo Community College students on Thursday, October 10, on the college campus.

Sponsored by the LCC Student Activities Department, Gootblatt will deliver her multi-topic presentation on relationships and the sexes on October 10 at 9:30 a.m. in the Adkins Building, Arena Theater. The lecture is free and open to students and the public.

Gootblatt will highlight five of her most popular topics, including “Meeting, Dating and Mating,” “250 Important Questions to Ask Before You Go Further In A Relationship,” “Sex, Passion and Intimacy,” “Men Aren’t Women,” and “Understanding and Appreciating the Inherent Differences Between the Sexes.”

Gootblatt is the creator and former host of the number one-rated, WABC talk radio relationships show. During her tenure on the program, she interviewed major celebrities, including Lucille Ball, George Carlin, Steve Allen and John Cleese.

Gootblatt also taught at Harlem Junior High School and Harlem High School for 22 years. Today she is a frequent lecturer at college campuses, associations and corporations.

Gootblatt’s specialty is romantic relationships, but she also addresses topics dealing with friendships, family, self-esteem, values and ethics, women’s issues, men’s issues, abuse issues, career, diversity, leadership and sexuality.

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LCC accepting entries from student composers

Laredo Community College students with a penchant for composing music are invited to submit their original works for possible inclusion in LCC’s Fall 2002 New Music Concert.

Sponsored by the LCC Music and Dance Department, this year’s New Music Concert is intended to give more students the opportunity to showcase and perform their original musical piece before a live audience, says Patricia Martellotti, who teaches music and composition courses at LCC.

“In past years, the concert has been limited to featuring the works of students in the music composition class. However, this time, the LCC Music and Dance Department decided to extend a campus-wide call for entries to all LCC students,” says Martellotti.

To be considered for the New Music concert, students should complete an application available at the LCC Music and Dance Building II, room 105. Applications with the musical composition submissions must be tendered to the Music and Dance Department by October 25.

The New Music Concert is scheduled for November 8 at 7 p.m. in the LCC Music and Dance Building I, room 107.

For more information, students may contact Martellotti by calling 721-5330, Ext. 5262.

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LCC students to educate youth on proper backpack use

A group of Laredo Community College students are using creativity, humor and a bit of acting to educate youth on the detrimental effects student backpacks can have when used improperly.

Students in the LCC Occupational Therapy Assistant program and members of the Student Occupational Therapy Assistant (SOTA) Club will deliver a skit on proper backpack usage to youngsters who attend the city-operated Farias Recreational Center, 1601 Farias Street. The live drama presentation will be held on Wednesday, October 9 at 4 p.m.

SOTA Historian Ana Ortiz explained that the idea to develop the skit was proposed by the OTA students in an effort to spread an important message on the physical well being of their younger counterparts.

“The Occupational Therapy Assistant students want to inform and create awareness on what can happen if students carry heavy backpack on their backs,” says Ortiz. “We have already started to spread this message in class presentations at several elementary schools.”

For more information, contact OTA Instructor Terri Gonzalez by calling 721-5460 or 721-5261.

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Nosotros Net continues to advance lives

The Nosotros Net Services Initiative, a state-funded project led by Laredo Community College and its partners within the South Texas Community Network, on Friday announced a new advancement in its technology and education services to the community.

Leaders from the City of Laredo and LCC announced the next step of the project, the establishment of Internet connectivity at two city-operated recreation centers. The announcement was made at one of the two sites—K. Tarver Recreational Center, 2902 Tilden Street. The Cigarroa Recreational Center at 2201 Zacatecas Street has also been wired with Internet access.

The Internet connectivity represents a significant advancement for the project which is the region’s first collaborative communications network. The network intends to use technology to provide residents of Laredo and Webb County with local and worldwide access to education and information resources.

The first step in the project allowed the South Texas Community Network to set-up computer stations at five city recreational centers. The computer stations are currently being used by the program to deliver free computer training to adults.

Project leaders are placing computer stations with Internet access in ten economically distressed sectors of the region. The next step is to fully launch a community website---www.nosotrosnet.net—with information and resources which will help area residents advance their lives.

The project will grow further with the launch of classes for adults wanting to prepare for the GED exam or those wanting to learn English as a second language (ESL). An on-line community resource directory will also help residents find family support services.

“Laredo Community College is proud to be working with our partners to help enhance the quality of life in our region through the use of technology,” said LCC President Dr. Ramon H. Dovalina. “Too many people in our community are still afraid of computers and don’t know that technology can be used to access education as well as useful tools for every day life,” he said.

Members of the South Texas Community Network include the County of Webb, the City of Laredo, Mercy Health Center, the South Texas Workforce Development Board, Laredo Independent School District, United Independent School District and Laredo Community College.

The South Texas Community Network project began in 2001 with a $500,000 grant from the Texas Infrastructure Fund (TIF) Board. The network earmarked $50,000 in matching funds for the project.

TIF is dedicated to connecting the people of Texas through the implementation of a viable and sustainable telecommunications infrastructure for schools, libraries, public and non-profit health care facilities, and higher education institutions.

Adults who are interested in learning more about the educational opportunities available through the Nosotros Net Services Initiative are encouraged to call 721-5425 or 721-5102.

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LCC Calendar for October 7-12, 2002

MONDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2002
Laredo Community College music students are encouraged to submit their original music compositions for possible inclusion in the Fall 2002 New Music Concert on November 8. Applications for student works to be considered for the concert are available in the LCC Music and Dance Building II, room 105. Applications and musical compositions are due by October 25. For more information, call 721-5330, Ext. 5262.

The Community Education Department at Laredo Community College is offering an array of short-term, non-credit career and personal enrichment courses. Check out the fall class schedule available on the World Wide Web at www.laredo.edu/ce. To register, go by the LCC Admissions/Registration Office, located in University Hall, room 125. For more information, call 721-5374.

The Laredo Community College Yeary Library is displaying an art exhibit of linoleum cut prints created by summer art students of Instructor Gary Brown. The exhibit may be viewed during the library’s hours of operation through October 9. Admission is free of charge. For more information, call 721-5274.

The Laredo Community College Art Department is currently hosting a photography exhibit of gardens entitled “From Someone’s Garden,” featuring the work of Steve Goff of Odessa. Admission is free and open to students and the public. For gallery hours or more information, call 721-5224.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2002
Laredo Community College President Dr. Ramon H. Dovalina will host a meeting with the presidents and superintendents of the region’s educational institutions. Dr. Richard Armenta will lead discussion concerning a review of the Laredo Educational Systems Coalition. Armenta is the University/Community College Liaison with the Texas Association of Community Colleges. For more information, call 721-5101.

The Laredo Community College Yeary Library is displaying an art exhibit of linoleum cut prints created by summer art students of Instructor Gary Brown. The exhibit may be viewed during the library’s hours of operation. Admission is free of charge. For more information, call 721-5274.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2002
Laredo Community College occupational therapy assistant students will present an original skit focusing on the negative impact of carrying heavy student backpacks at 4 p.m. at the Farias Recreational Center, 1601 Farias Street. The skit is written and performed by the OTA students. For more information, call 721-5460.

The Community Education Department at Laredo Community College is offering an array of short-term, non-credit career and personal enrichment courses. Check out the fall class schedule available on the World Wide Web at www.laredo.edu/ce. To register, go by the LCC Admissions/Registration Office, located in University Hall, room 125. For more information, call 721-5374.

Today is the last day to view at the Laredo Community College Yeary Library an art exhibit of linoleum cut prints created by summer art students of Instructor Gary Brown. The exhibit may be viewed during the library’s hours of operation. Admission is free of charge. For more information, call 721-5274.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2002
The Laredo Community College Student Advisory Board will host a lecture on relationships by nationally noted campus lecturer and relationship expert Ellen Gootblatt at 9:30 a.m. in the Adkins Building, Arena Theater. Admission is free and open to students and the public. For more information, call 721-5179.

The Laredo Community College Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting at 6 p.m. in Laird Hall, room 124. The meeting is open to the campus body and public. For more information, call 721-5101.

Today is the last day to view at the Laredo Community College Teaching Art Gallery a photography exhibit of gardens entitled “From Someone’s Garden” by Steve Goff of Odessa. Admission is free and open to students and the public. For gallery hours or more information, call 721-5224.

The Community Education Department at Laredo Community College is offering an array of short-term, non-credit career and personal enrichment courses. Check out the fall class schedule available on the World Wide Web at www.laredo.edu/ce. To register, go by the LCC Admissions/Registration Office, located in University Hall, room 125. For more information, call 721-5374.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2002
The Laredo Community College Lady Palomino volleyball team will play a conference match against Galveston College in Galveston at 7 p.m. For more information, call 721-5326.

The Community Education Department at Laredo Community College is offering an array of short-term, non-credit career and personal enrichment courses. Check out the fall class schedule available on the World Wide Web at www.laredo.edu/ce. To register, go by the LCC Admissions/Registration Office, located in University Hall, room 125. For more information, call 721-5374.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2002
Laredo Community College will host the first city-wide Eleanor Roosevelt Fund Walk/Run/Bike, a scholarship benefit of the Laredo Branch of the American Association of University Women. Registration is at 8 a.m.; the event begins at 9 a.m. All ages are welcome to participate. For more information, call 721-5140.

The Laredo Community College Lady Palomino volleyball team will play a conference game against Alvin College at 1 p.m. in Alvin. For more information, call 721-5326.

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Laredo Community College LCC in the NEWS

Week of October 29, 2002

LCC to present ‘Little Shop of Horrors’

LCC Mail Art Show drawing worldwide interest

LCC hosts Korean War History Exhibit

LCC dishes new culinary arts courses

LCC launches early spring registration

LCC, Rotary Clubs to host annual Career Days

LCC students to celebrate Halloween

LCC Alumni to Meet for Treats Thursday

LCC Art Alumni invited to display work at new exhibit

Careers and jobs focus of LCC student contest

LCC Music Club promotes the arts

LCC Calendar for October 28-Nov. 3, 2002

Week of October 21, 2002

Mercy Nursing Scholarship at LCC honors Sister Mary Adele Fuchs

LCC offers ‘connection’ to spring college semester

LCC joins Red Ribbon observance Wednesday

LCC Fine Arts Center construction continues

Young students are a hit at LCC

LCC receives SBC Excelerator Grant

LCC Calendar for October 21-26, 2002

Week of October 14, 2002

Education leaders meet at LCC; discuss ways to improve lives

LCC to host awareness events for Dia del Rio

El Gran Salsero returns to LCC Oct. 19

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LCC librarians speak at TLA Conference

LCC hosts ballet folklorico workshop

LCC to host NASA traveling exhibit

LCC honors students get history lesson on trolley

LCC Calendar for October 14-19, 2002

Eleanor Roosevelt Walk Saturday at LCC

LCC presents relationships speaker Ellen Gootblatt

LCC accepting entries from student composers

LCC students to educate youth on proper backpack use

Nosotros Net continues to advance lives

LCC Calendar for October 7-12, 2002

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