Vol. XXXVI, No. 22

June 18, 2007

This Week at Valencia

Monday, June 18
Instructional Affairs Committee, 8:30 a.m., West Campus, 6-202

Tuesday, June 19
District Board of Trustees, 8:30 a.m., West Campus, 6-202

Thursday, June 21
Faculty Council, 2:30 p.m., Winter Park Campus, 143

Friday, June 22
Students Affairs Professional Development Day, 8 a.m., West Campus, HSB-105

Collegewide Student Development Team, 9:30 a.m., West Campus, SSB-110E

The Division of Health Sciences is pleased to announce that Continuing Education for Health Professions will be moved from Valencia Enterprises to the Division of Health Sciences effective July 1. Carol Millenson, operations manager and Kim deZavala, training support specialist have already relocated from the Sand Lake Center to the West Campus Health Sciences Building , Room 200.

With this organizational change, we anticipate opportunities for synergy among all Health Sciences programs in the area of continuing and advanced training. Continuing Education for Health Professions will continue to serve those who have historically looked to Valencia for quality courses and specialty programming. Now the focus will include enhanced support for students, faculty, alumni, and the professional health care community. Resource utilization, program planning, conference development, and workforce partnerships will promote expansion of offerings to professionals licensed under all Valencia A.S. Degree programs.

As we make this organizational transition, revisions are being made to Valencia 's and Valencia Enterprises' websites to ensure that inquiries and registrations are efficiently handled. Phone inquiries can be directed to Kim deZavala at ext. 1793 or Carol Millenson at ext. 1870.

Please join us in extending a very warm welcome to Carol and Kim as they provide leadership for the Continuing Education for Health Professions department in Valencia 's Division of Health Sciences.

News from Valencia Wellness

Valencia wellness spotlight: the Valencia Wellness Program would like to recognize employees that are sports enthusiasts and are participating in community events and even nationwide marathon events. We take our hats off to the following:

• Jeff Kurtz - San Diego Marathon
• Shauna Anstey - Half-Iron Man Marathon
• Kimberly Foster - Half-Iron Man Marathon

Keep up the great work. You are all winners! Please let us know if you are participating in a community event, we would love to share it with others so they could participate. Thanks for setting such a great example for all of us. You are truly an inspiration.

Chair massages are back! East and CJI dates will have passed by the time most of you read this. West Campus is June 25, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. If you would like to sign up, you can email Debi Jakubcin at djakubcin@valenciacc.edu or call ext 2281. Massages are $5 per a 10-minute session. Payments can be sent to Debi Jakubcin at MC 3-29.

News from Procurement

Beginning July 1, the paper general requisition form, found on Atlas under the Valencia Form Generator, will have a new name: Check Request.

• This form will only be used for employee travel, reimbursements, SPD and student stipends.
• Consultants and Off Duty Security Officers will require purchase orders with a signed consultant agreement for processing. The consultant agreement can also be found on Atlas under the Valencia Form Generator.
• Memberships should be paid by purchase order or P-Card.
• Orders for the bookstore should go directly to the bookstore. The P-Card is accepted at all bookstore locations.
• All SPD check requests should go to the SPD office at MC 3-33, who will then forward the paperwork to Accounts Payable for payment.
• Check requests for travel or student stipends should be mailed directly to Accounts Payable at DTC-3. The VID number is required on all check requests. Check requests or paper requisitions no longer need Procurement approval.

When to use departmental copiers and when to use copy centers? Over the past year and a half, the college has replaced nearly 70 departmental copiers collegewide. Copiers usually have a 3-5 year life span or about 600,000-1,000,000 copies per copier. A normal count on a departmental copier is 15,000-20,000 copies per month. These copiers are designed for everyday use. The copy centers are equipped with high speed, high volume machines. They are designed for small, medium and large jobs and can make booklets in no time at all. The copy centers are also equipped with color copiers for that special project. By sending your work to the copy centers, your departmental copier is sparred the wear and tear and will last longer. The copy centers also have a fast turn around time with exceptional, quality work. The minimal costs to send work to the copy centers also allows us to replace other worn out copiers and purchase copy paper. The college spends nearly $125,000 per year on copy paper. Next time you are getting ready to copy that 100 page document at the copier, remember our copy centers. They are a phone call or e-mail away. They also have 'walk up' copiers for even faster service.

Procurement card fiscal year-end information: In an effort to ensure a seamless transition from Oracle to Banner, a cutoff date of June 29 has been established for all P-Card transactions. Transactions that have a PaymentNet post date of June 29 or earlier will be charged to the current fiscal year's budget. If a P-Card transaction posts to PaymentNet after June 29, it will have to be expensed to the new fiscal year's budget (07/08) due to the software conversion. Should you have any questions regarding this matter, feel free to contact Kacy Weekes at ext.1974.

Food Services Report: Cabin Creek Food Services is trying hard to maintain pricing, quality and selection in our cafés and vending. However, due to increases from several of the suppliers, and the price of gasoline, there will be a few price increases on certain items beginning on July 1. The pricing is still very competitive and lower than what you can buy at convenience stores or other retail outlets. The average price of a 16 oz. soft drink in a convenience store is $1.39 plus tax. Our vending price for 16 oz. soft drinks will raise from $1 to $1.25. Twelve oz. cans will remain at 75 cents. Candy bars will increase from 75 cents to 85 cents, crackers from 60 cents to 70 cents and pastry from 85 cents to $1.

Menu items in the cafés will be revised to reflect healthier choices, such as a half of tuna with a side salad packaged together for a convenient grab and go item, a new fish sandwich, fresh fruit cups as a choice for sides and some traditional lower cost favorites, such as bologna and peanut butter and jelly sandwiches.

The bottom line is that even though food prices in general have risen over the past year, Cabin Creek has developed a menu and pricing structure that will still cater to the student's budget, while offering a varying selection of foods and levels of pricing. Look for the new menu items beginning around July.

2007-2008 Endowed Chairs for Learning Leadership

Congratulations to the following Distinguished Professors and Scholars, who were recently awarded a Valencia Foundation 2007-2008 Endowed Chair for Learning Leadership.

Category I

Raymer F. Maguire, Jr. Chair in Mathematics: Russell Takashima

Howard L. Palmer Chair in Foreign Languages: Debbie Drobney

Lester N. Mandell Chair in Natural and Physical Sciences: Mary Beck

Freeda Louise Foreman Chair in Family Resource Development: Ellen Pastorino

Category II

Universal City Florida Chair in Arts and Entertainment: Suzanne Salapa

Dr. P. Phillips Foundation Chair in Free Enterprise: James May

William C. Demetree, Jr. Foundation Chair in Education for Special Needs: Corinne Fennessy

SunTrust Chair in Economic Development & Business: Lana Powell

Dr. Phillips Foundation Chair in Education for the Physically Challenged: Deepankar Rick Pal

Cliff & Daisy Whitehill Chair in Legal Studies: Cathleen Mestre

Collegis Endowed Teaching Chair in Computer Science: Colin Archibald

Ira Vinson Henderson Chair in Nursing & Allied Health: Rita Swanson

The Latest Leadership Valencia Offerings

Basic Banner, Banner Finance Self Service, and Banner for Budget Management - Please check online for availability prior to registering.

Circles of Belonging - Ever wonder what makes a person tick? Individual experiences play a huge part in shaping the way we interact with others and view the world around us. This in-depth interactive workshop will examine how diversity of experience impacts our interpersonal communications and relationships. Through discovery and discussion, learn more about yourself and the people around you. Participants will leave the session with an increased understanding of and appreciation for similarities and differences. Please choose from one of the following:

• June 14, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., CJI Auditorium, Room 100, registration code: PCOB2
• July 12, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., CJI Auditorium, Room 100, registration code: PCOB3

American Sign Language Survival Skills: Surviving as an EARthling in a Deaf World - Would you like to be more comfortable interacting with someone who is deaf? This session will provide basic American Sign Language survival signs and techniques to communicate effectively. Please choose from one of the following:

• June 19, 1-2:30 p.m., Winter Park Campus, Room 225-226, registration code: PASL3
• June 26, 1-2:30 p.m., East Campus, Room 3-113, registration code: PASL4

Disability 101: Student Learning and Accommodations - Have you ever wondered about disability issues? What different disabilities may challenge a student's learning? What are your rights and responsibilities concerning students with disabilities? Join us to find out how the Office for Students with Disabilities determines students' eligibility and accommodations. Some highlights include an overview of the Office for Students with Disabilities services; disabilities and how learning is impacted; accommodation decision-making and related processes; rights and responsibilities; and legal implications of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. June 21, 1-2:30 p.m., Osceola Campus, Room 1-172, registration code: LD101-4

Disability Etiquette - Learn the answers to common disability etiquette questions. Should you offer to open the door for a person using a wheelchair? Is it ever okay to pet a service dog? How should you communicate with a student who has a hearing or vision impairment? When should you refer a student with a disability to the Office for Students with Disabilities? June 27, 1-2:30 p.m., East Campus, Room 5-112, registration code: LDE3

The New Microsoft Office 2007 Interface - This workshop will introduce attendees to the new Microsoft Office 2007 Ribbon interface, as well as exploring features such as the MS office button, contextual tabs, and SmartArt Graphics. July 5, 1-3 p.m., East Campus, Room 4-133, registration code: TNMOI-2 (6 spaces available)

Choosing the Right Insurance for Every Stage of Your Life - Insurance is a financial tool that shifts the cost of unexpected expenses from the individual to a third party. Learn about proper coverage for your specific needs through an unbiased discussion of the insurance process. Bring your favorite beverage; a free box lunch will be served. Sponsored by the American Association for Women in Community Colleges. July 5, 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m., Winter Park Campus, Rooms 225-226, registration code: GCRI

Office Management, Part 3: Stuff Nobody Ever Told Me - This conversation style session will provide an opportunity for attendees to receive hints and tips for honing office career skills. Topics covered will include the unspoken office protocol; personal responsibility; boomerang effect; professional image; and underestimating water cooler talk. Sponsored by the Career Staff Council. July 12, 2-4:30 p.m., East Campus, Room 3-113, registration code: POM3

A Fond Farewell and Best Wishes to

Carmen Gardell , manager, Financial Aid Services-Home Office, West retiring 6/29/07

Pedro Rivera , security officer, East, retiring 6/29/07

Gar Vance , assistant to the Provost, East, retiring 6/30/07

Kudos

Congratulations to Dr. David Hosman who was recognized along with other former Chairs, at the 40th Anniversary of the FACC Student Development Commission Spring Conference in St. Augustine . David chaired the Commission in 1981 and again in 1997, the only person to have accomplished that "feat". He was the oldest (in seniority) attending former chair and assisted in the recognition ceremony for other chairs. Well done, David!

Dr. Mike Bosley , assistant provost, West Campus, graduated from Leadership Orlando, Class of 71 on June 7. This nine month leadership development program is sponsored by the Orlando Regional Chamber of Commerce and provides leadership development and networking opportunities to its participants. Mike would like to thank the West Campus Provost Team (Jared, Kathy, Barbara, Vivian, Melanie and Katie) for being there while he was away from campus and Dr. Paula Gastenveld for supporting this endeavor.

Thank you

Dear Colleagues: I will miss your smiles and endless support. Treat the students with the same kindness and respect you bestowed on me as they have always been my first love. May God bless and keep you in his arms.

A fond farewell, Carmen Gardell

VALENCIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
  DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES
  Orlando , Florida

Regular Meeting   Room 6-202, West Campus
June 19, 2007 - 8:30 a.m.   AGENDA   1800 Kirkman Road , Orlando

THIS MEETING IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Call to Order -- Board Chairman

Invocation - Dr. Stanley H. Stone, Vice President of Human Resources and Diversity

Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag

Recognition:   

I.   Approval of Minutes - May 15, 2007, Regular Meeting and Budget Workshop

II.   Reports
A. West Campus (Dr. Jared Graber, Acting Provost, West Campus)
B. West Student Government Association Report (Mr. T. J. Cole, West SGA President)
C. Strategic Indicators (Dr. Kaye Walter, Executive Vice President, Chief Learning Officer)
D. Strategic Planning Update (Ms. Susan Kelley, Vice President Institutional Advancement)
E. Business Process Improvement (Mr. Keith Houck, Vice President Administrative Services); Tuition Installment Plan (TIP)
F. Construction Report (Mr. Houck)
G. Faculty Council Report (Ms. Rose Watson, President, Collegewide Faculty Council)
H. Valencia Foundation Report (Mr. Raymer Maguire, Trustee)
I. President's Report (Dr. Sanford Shugart)

III.   New Business

A. Motion to Suspend Policy 6Hx28:01-05 Regarding Date of Organization Meeting
B. Annual Operating Budget, Salary Plan, and Unexpended Plant Budget - FY 2007-2008
C. Delinquent Account Write-Off
D. Florida Equity Act Report
E. Downtown Center Lease
F. Osceola Campus Land Lease
G. Budget Amendment Request
H. Resolution Certifying the Valencia Community College Foundation as a Direct Support Organization
I. 2006-2007 Annual Fire Safety, Casualty Safety, and Sanitation Inspection
J. Additions, Deletions or Modifications of Courses and Programs
K. Valencia Enterprise Courses and Fees
L. Human Resources Agenda
M. Submission of Grant Proposals
N. Property Deletion
O. 2007-2008 Student Fees (Revised)

IV.   Other Business

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