Vol. XXXIV, No. 36

September 19, 2005

This Week at Valencia.

Tuesday, September 20

District Board of Trustees, 8:30 a.m., Winter Park Campus (see end for agenda)

Health Science Building Grand Opening, 1 p.m., West Campus

Student Affairs Leadership Team, 3 p.m., West Campus HSB-211


Wednesday, September 21

Winter Park Career Staff Council, 10 a.m., Winter Park Campus

Design and Operations, 1 p.m., West Campus 6-202


Thursday, September 22

College Planning Council, 2:30 p.m., East Campus 5-112

West Campus Health Sciences Building Grand Opening.

Please join us as we dedicate the new Health Sciences Building on West Campus! All students, staff and faculty are welcome. Refreshments will be served. Tuesday, September 21, 2005, 1-3 p.m., West Campus.

News from Plant Operations/Custodial Department

Request for room set-ups (tables, chairs, etc) are the responsibility of the Plant Operations/Custodial Department. Please direct any and all requests to the Plant Operations Department.

For any questions or concerns regarding the above information, please call: John Letterman, ext. 1623 for West, Downtown & Osceola or Paul Matson, ext. 2245 for East & Winter Park.

News from Procurement

Did you know that the other 27 Florida Community Colleges have opted to be a part of Valencia's contract with Enterprise Car Rental? After review of our pricing, which includes insurance coverage for business use, Enterprise's statewide locations, and free pick up service, the colleges requested to be included so as to take advantage of these benefits along with Valencia.

The contract pricing from Enterprise is also available to Valencia faculty and staff for personal use. However, the liability coverage provided with the business rate is not included with the personal rate. Personal use provides for the same competitive rental rates, but Valencia staff must provide their own insurance coverage or purchase from Enterprise at the time of rental.

Please visit the Procurement website for Enterprise contract information, including pricing, locations near you and phone numbers. A discount may apply to areas outside of Florida when traveling. Feel free to call the Procurement Office at 407-582-5532 for any additional information on this contract or any procurement issues.

Please be sure to reference the Valencia Corporate Class Number, KC 1258, when reserving a vehicle at any of the seven convenient Orlando Enterprise locations.

Valencia's p-card program is a huge success. Many of your colleagues are already enjoying the benefits of not having to complete supplier profiles, W-9 Forms and filling out paper requisitions for small dollar purchases. The Valencia Master Card is a quick, efficient, hassle free method to transact your small dollar procurement needs. The college's tax exempt number is embossed right on the front of the card so you never have to worry about carrying that awkward form or forgetting the number.

The Valencia Procurement Card is yours for the asking! The application can be found on our web-site. Once completed and signed, personalized training will be set up for you and your staff.

News from Human Resources

Use of Employee ID Numbers now Required on HR and Payroll Forms. Please remember to use an employee identification (ID) number instead of a social security number on forms submitted by or for employees to the Human Resources and Payroll Departments. This change was made in an effort to help prevent identity theft. Lists of employee names and ID numbers were sent to administrators on August 24, 2005 for distribution to managers and supervisors. Supervisors should contact their manager or administrator if they have not received ID numbers for employees in their area. Employee ID numbers can also be found on pay check and direct deposit stubs. Contact Human Resources at extension 1333 if you have any questions.

MANY Career Service Evaluations have already been received in HR. Thanks to supervisors and employees who have taken the time to complete this state mandated task. If you haven't sat down with your supervisor yet, suggest some of your accomplishments to include or your goals for the 05-06 fiscal year.

SUPERVISORS - If you haven't put your thoughts on paper yet concerning the employees you supervise, helpful suggestions are in the evaluation packet sent on July 1. Contact Sue Bouchard, extension 1780, with questions or if you have not received a packet.

"Library" Is Back!

In response to popular demand, common usage, and an evolved concept of the resource, we are returning to the use of the word Library instead of Learning Resources Center (LRC). The change has been made in the current catalog, and signage will be changed gradually along with regularly-scheduled facelifts and remodeling. Please adjust literature and web postings from your own area as you revise and develop materials, especially those intended for students. With everyone's cooperation, we can smoothly ease into this shift. Thanks to all for your help in getting the word out (and the new one in)!

Tutors needed!

The West Campus Tutoring Center is in need of Tutors for all subject areas, especially Accounting, Algebra, Math (all levels), Statistics, all Computer Courses and English. Interested students can apply at the tutoring center, located in SSB-248. Positions pay $6.15 per hour. For more information, please contact Ronald Woodruff ext 1249.

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

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 23, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM, Osceola Campus, Room 2-116, registration code: TIMG923.

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. Ideal for Gordon Rule courses requiring written assignments. Friday, September 23, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Osceola Campus, Room 2-116, registration code: TPG916O.
Intro to Windows Movie Maker - Create, edit and share movie clips and photos from your home or office computer. Learn how to edit timings, transitions, and special effects. No previous movie editing experience necessary. Movie Maker works great with digital cameras. Thursday, September 29, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM, East Campus, Room 4-203, registration code: TIWMM.

Diabetes - Hosted by representatives from Orlando Regional Medical Center, this workshop will cover several health care issues and topics such as risk factors for and the prevention of diabetes. Note: Sponsored by the Valencia Chapter of Florida
Association of Community Colleges (FACC). Friday, September 30, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM, East Campus, Room 5-112, registration code: GDIA1.

Making Connections through Mentoring - Join representatives from AAWCC as they continue to explore the topic of mentoring. This workshop will include role-play and a wrap-up call to action regarding attendees' next steps in becoming effective mentors. Friday, September 30, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM, exact location TBA, registration code: GMENT.

PowerPointers - Learn innovative tips and tricks for utilizing PowerPoint OUTSIDE as well as inside the classroom. Topics include successful student PowerPoint projects, taking PowerPoint on the road, building a digital portfolio, and more. Friday, September 30, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM, West Campus, Room 6-221, registration code: TPP930.

Turnitin.com - Turnitin.com is an online resource for educators and students concerned with developing quality writing and research skills. Specifically, it provides a reliable, efficient, and powerful deterrent to digital plagiarism as well as it gives instructors the ability to aggregate student works into digital portfolios. Friday, September 30, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, West Campus, Room 6-221, registration code: TTII930.

I'm Not Crazy, I'm Just Not You - Through the use of the Myers Briggs personality assessment, team members will come to understand their own personality types and those of their fellow employees.This workshop will also include a Murder Mystery. Monday, October 24, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, East Campus, Room 5-112, registration code: GMB1024. Note: Deadline for registration is September 30, 2005.

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.

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
Tuesday, October 18, 2005, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., SSB

Submissions to the Bulletin are encouraged, so please e-mail your 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 or mjjones@valenciacc.edu









VALENCIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Orlando, Florida

Regular Meeting Room 225-226, Winter Park Campus
September 20, 2005 - 8:30 a.m. AGENDA 850 West Morse Boulevard
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: Dr. B. Kaye Walter, Executive Vice President/Chief Learning Officer

Approval of Minutes - July 19, 2005, Regular Meeting
July 19, 2005, Organizational Meeting
August 23, 2005, Special Meeting

II. Reports
A. Winter Park Campus (Michele McArdle, Dean of Winter Park Campus and Dr. Ruth Prather, Provost, East and Winter Park Campuses)
B. Winter Park Student Government Association Report (Amber Bieger, WP SGA President)
C. Annual Financial Report (Keith Houck, Vice President Administrative Services)
D. Internal Auditor Report (Undria Stalling, Board Internal Auditor)
E. Construction (Helene Jaeger, Assistant Vice President, Facilities)
F. Faculty Association Report (Amy Bosley, President, Collegewide Faculty Association)
G Valencia Foundation Report (Bertica Cabrera-Morris, Trustee)
H. ACCT Conference Report (Ron Blocker, Trustee and Dennis Freytes, Trustee)
I. President's Report (Dr. Sanford Shugart)

III. New Business
A. Change Order No. 3, Criminal Justice Building, East Campus
B. Change Order No. 2, Modules 3, 5 & PEC, West Campus
C. Prequalification of Contractors
D. Policy: 6Hx28:06-20, Collection of Returned Checks
E Additions, Deletions or Modifications of Courses and Programs
F. Valencia Institute Courses and Fees
G. Human Resources Agenda
H. Submission of Grant Proposals
I. Property Deletion

IV. Other Business

 

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