Vol. XXXIV, No. 34
September 6, 2005


This Week at Valencia.

Wednesday, September 7

College Executive Council, 9:15 a.m., East Campus 3-113

Design & Operations-Deans only, 1 p.m., Osceola Campus 3-319

Alumni Association Board of Directors, 5:30 p.m., East Campus 3-113

Friday, September 9

Student Development Group, 9:30 a.m., West Campus SSB 110E

TLS registration now Atlas based

All Teaching/Learning Support (TLS) workshop/seminar registration will be done using the Atlas system beginning this fall. Whether signing up for TLA, Faculty-2-Faculty, Scenarios, or Destination, you will now be able to register for faculty support activities online. You even will be able to access your "transcripts" though Atlas!

Registration is easy, just follow the "How To" steps on our Faculty Quick Reference Guide or view our online tutorial. Please note that faculty will now have a "Student Services" tab in Atlas.

If you have further questions please contact Dee Long at ext. 2526 or dlong@valenciacc.edu . Please type "Atlas Question" in the subject line of your e-mail.

Discover FACC Today

If you are not a member of the Florida Association of Community Colleges (FACC), please consider joining today. Dr. Shugart is offering to pay your first year's membership. FACC works for YOU, to support the future of community colleges. We are stronger in numbers and your joining will help make us stronger. I invite you to join today. For an application, call Debi at ext. 2281, or go to www.FACC.org. Each member can make a difference. Please make a difference today, and Discover FACC.

The latest from Leadership Valencia

Word Styling Online - Go beyond word processing to Word Styling. By making use of Styles in Microsoft Office, you can easily change the look of your documents, coordinate your fonts and appearance across multiple documents, and increase compatibility with the Web. Note: This is a four-week online course, which will require you to log on and participate with assignments and interactive learning tools. Once you sign up, you will be emailed additional information regarding how to proceed. Monday, September 12, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., registration code TWSOL.

WebCT: Communication Tools - This WebCT session will review WebCT's communication tools: Chat, Discussion Board, and Calendar. Participants will learn the best practices for using the various synchronous and asynchronous communication tools that WebCT offers. Tuesday, September 13, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m., East Campus, Room 4-204, registration code TWCT913.

WebCT: Content Tools - This WebCT session will review WebCT's content tools and discuss how to add HTML files to your WebCT courses, including syllabi, handouts, lectures and other materials on WebCT database. Thursday, September 15, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m., East Campus, Room 4-204, registration code TWCT915.

Introduction to MicroGrade - MicroGrade is more than a grading program, it is an essential time-saving software tool for educators. MicroGrade can automate racks of scoring assignments, calculate grades, and evaluate student performance. Learn how MicroGrade's optional email and internet grade posting features, teachers can easily communicate progress to students. Friday, September 16, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m., West Campus, Room 6-327, registration code TIMG916.

Paperless Grading Using Word - This hands-on workshop will teach users how to develop shortcuts and Macros to enhance paperless grading using Microsoft Word 2003. NOTE: Ideal for Gordon Rule courses requiring written assignments. Friday, September 16, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., West Campus, Room 6-327, registration code TPG916W.

Intro to PowerPoint - Discover the ease and flexibility of designing PowerPoint presentations with creative visuals. No previous PowerPoint experience needed. Note: Individualized sessions are also available. For more information please call ext. 2425. Monday, September 19, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM, East Campus, Room 4-203, registration code: TIPP919

What Video Games Teach us About Learning - If your students are playing video games, they are actively involved with learning. How do video games make learning so interesting and how do they keep players engaged? This workshop will examine the learning principles behind video games and look at how these principles can be applied to the classroom. Tuesday, September 20, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m., East Campus, Room 1-257, registration code LVG920.

To register for any Leadership Valencia workshop, mail a completed registration form to DTC-1, fax to ext 3134, or register online at http://valenciacc.edu/leadership/regstr.asp. For additional information please e-mail or call Janice Swanson at ext. 3126 or jswanson5@valenciacc.edu.

News from Procurement

Bidding Requirements- The College requires written quotes from 3 sources when purchasing goods or services between $3,500 - 24,999. Any purchase over $25,000 is subject to a formal solicitation either by an Invitation to Bid or Request for Proposal process coordinated through the Procurement Office. Items or service under $3,500 only require one written quote, however it is always better to 'shop around' for the best price or value. Some suppliers add shipping costs and other suppliers have great prices, but can not deliver the item in a timely manner. Procurement can help you with quotes or direct you to a preferred supplier.

Exceptions to the 3 bid requirement include: text books, library books, educational tests, educational video tapes, TV production services, software, items for resale, or any item/service that is on State Contract or awarded a bid from another city/state/county entity.

To view current Florida State Contracts, go to: http://www.state.fl.us/st_contracts/
State Contracts aren't always the lowest price, but convenient in an emergency situation. The Procurement Department prefers to solicit bids from local suppliers for competitive pricing. Any questions related to the above information should be directed to our common phone line, ext. 5532.

UCF Classes Offered at Valencia West Campus

The University of Central Florida (UCF) is pleased to inform you that we are expanding our program and course offerings at the Valencia West campus. A UCF Regional Campus Admissions representative will be hosting an information table and office hours once a month to answer student questions. You may call the UCF at West office at (407) 582-5500 for the schedule.

UCF Decision Days at Valencia West: A UCF Admissions representative will be holding UCF Decision Days at West campus to give students the opportunity to apply and get an on-the-spot admission decision for Spring 2006 and Summer 2006 semesters. This event is for all students working toward an A.A or A.S degree (with at least 45 earned credit hours) interested in attending UCF. Students can receive general transfer information and an advisor will be on hand to help plan ahead.

What is Needed:
. A Completed UCF Application (applications available on the UCF website)
. A $30 check or money order (no cash)
. A current Valencia Community College transcript

Dates: Wednesday, September 21, 2005, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., SSB; and Tuesday, October 18, 2005, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., SSB

A Defining Moment for an Outstanding Valencia Student

This past spring one of Valencia's outstanding students, Colette Mitchell-Ruff, was diagnosed with Renal Cancer. In March, Colette was admitted into Florida Hospital to have a kidney removed and has since recovered from surgery and has had multiple tests completed to assess her health. Colette's cancer is now in remission and she is doing remarkably well. Colette thanks everyone that has offered support, "You sent cards, generous donations, warm wishes, or visited and this all gives me the strength to fight as well as appreciate life more. Thank you so much for keeping me in your thoughts and prayers."

Colette's strength and determination through these difficult times have proven to be a defining moment in her life. She graduated from Valencia Community College this past May. Just prior to graduation, she was offered a position as a senior designer with Richmond.com, the premiere online portal in the greater Richmond, Virginia area. The education and training she received while at Valencia has better prepared her for the workforce allowing her to hold a higher position than that of students from four year institutions. Colette relocated in May and is doing exceptionally well. We ask that you continue to keep her in your prayers for a continued total remission of her cancer.

Thank You...

Thank you for the cards, flowers, and prayers during my stay at the hospital and throughout my recovery at home. Your thoughtfulness and continued words of encouragement will truly last forever.

                                                                -Gwen Davis

Thanks to my Valencia Family and friends for your prayers, kind words, beautiful cards, flowers, and all acts of kindness shown during the passing of my niece, Delores Y. Brown. I am grateful to have such thoughtful people in my life. I love you all.
 

                                                                 -Lois Riley

On behalf of my family, we would like to thank the Valencia Family from the bottom of our hearts for your expressions of sympathy during the passing of our mother, Henrietta Viola Porter. Your generous contributions, toward the establishment of a scholarship fund in honor of our mother, are heartfelt and treasured. Thank you all for your support and outpouring of love.
                             

                                                                 - Sonja M. Boles-Melvin

It is difficult to find adequate words to express to you how much your acts of love and sympathy supported me during the loss of my Mom and my Mother #2. Because of your encouragement and continued support, I gained much strength. May you continue to be wonderfully blessed.
 

                                                                 - Della Paul

Kudos

Dr. Stefani Koorey, professor of Humanities, Theatre, and Film on West Campus, recently returned from Fall River, Massachusetts where she was the invited speaker for the Summer lecture series hosted by the Fall River Historical Society and the First Congregational Church. She presented a lecture entitled "Show & Tell: The Documentary Life of Lizzie Borden" to an overflow crowd on August 3, the eve of the 113th anniversary of the unsolved murders. This is the second year in a row that Koorey was invited to speak on Lizzie Borden in Fall River. Koorey is the editor and publisher of The Hatchet: Journal of Lizzie Borden Studies, and the webmaster of LizzieAndrewBorden.com.

Hello and Goodbye.

A warm Valencia welcome is extended to Javier Martinez, Maintenance Technician, Trades and Maintenance-East, mc 3-3 ext. 2241; Carol Shepherd, Manager, Compensation and Classification, Human Resources, mc 4-25, ext. 1516; John Watson, Master Control Technician, Television and Video Production, mc 4-26, ext. 1610 and Anita Zubak, Staff Assistant II, Human Resources, mc 4-25, ext. 1333.

A fond farewell and best wishes are extended to Archie Phillips, retiring September 30.

Submissions to the Bulletin are encouraged, so please e-mail your achievements, awards, recognitions, and relevant information for the college community to Mary Jane Jones, Staff Assistant in Marketing and Media Relations. Deadline for submission is 5 p.m. on the Tuesday preceding each Friday's distribution. Mary Jane can be reached at ext.1017,mc 4-34 or mjjones@valenciacc.edu