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PVCC Closed for Veterans Day Nov. 11

PHOENIX, November 6, 2009 – Paradise Valley Community College, including administrative offices, testing, financial aid, the library and Computer Commons, will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day. The Union Hills campus and PVCC at Black Mountain will return to regular hours Thursday, Nov. 12.

High School Senior Night Dec. 9

PHOENIX, November 5, 2009 – High School seniors and their parents are invited to Paradise Valley Community College from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Dec. 9, in the PVCC Studio Theatre – M Building. Meet faculty and staff. Find out about choosing a major, two-year career programs, transferring to universities, a wealth of financial aid options and much more! Info: Ivette Quintero, ivette.quintero@pvmail.maricopa.edu or 602-787-7176. PVCC is located on Union Hills Drive just west of exit 14 on SR51.


Job Fair with free seminars Nov. 14

PHOENIX, November 4, 2009 – Congressman John Shadegg, in a collaborative effort with Paradise Valley Community College, presents the Third Congressional District Job Fair on Nov. 14, 9 a.m. to noon in the Learning Resources Complex at PV Community College, Union Hills and 32nd St., west of exit 14, SR 51. Federal agencies and local employers will be on hand to accept resumes and discuss employment opportunities. Also, attendees can participate in free seminars on topics such as resume writing, interviewing skills, searching for jobs and accessing unemployment benefits. For more information, contact PVCC Career Services Manager Norma Chandler at Norma.Chandler@pvmail.maricopa.edu. You can RSVP for the Job Fair on the Congressman's website at: http://johnshadegg.house.gov/


Spring Registration is underway

PHOENIX, October 20, 2009 – Registration for Spring 2010 classes at PVCC has begun. Pick up a printed schedule of classes on campus or go online to www.paradisevalley.edu/sc .

Popular courses fill quickly such as the CSI-like "Criminalistics: Physical Evidence," Computer Animation, Ceramics or Latin Dancing. Don't get shut out of Biology classes being held in PVCC's cool, new Life Sciences building or any of the required core courses such as English and Math. A number of new classes are being offered this semester including Intro to Digital Photo Editing, Fire Science's Technical Rope Rescue, Brazilian Dance and Environmental Wellness.

Even if you haven't decided to pursue a degree, select a class to increase your computer and business skills for a more secure job future. Or, you might choose a personal enrichment class such as painting, public speaking, yoga or Chinese. Undecided? Stop by for some free career counseling and advising. Parking is easy and free.

There is a wealth of scholarships, grants and a no-interest payment plan. Some scholarship DEADLINES are as early as Oct. 30 so get details now at www.paradisevalley.edu/finaid or call 602-787-7100.
Tuition for the Spring semester is due starting Dec. 4.
For information, call 602-787-7411 or go to www.paradisevalley.edu.

Free Classical Concert Friday

PHOENIX, October 19, 2009 – Enjoy the PVCC CLASSICAL MUSIC ENSEMBLES CONCERT
7:30pm, Friday, Oct. 23 in PVCC's Center for Performing Arts' CPA Mainstage Theater
Featuring performances by the North Valley Chamber Orchestra, the PVCC Community Choir, the PVCC Flute Ensemble and the PVCC Guitar Ensemble.
PVCC's CPA is located at 34th Street and Union Hills Drive just west of SR 51 exit 14 in Northeast Phoenix. Info: www.paradisevalley.edu/cpa or call 602.787.7738
Now on Facebook as "PVCC Fine Arts"

Novel H1N1 (Swine) Flu Update and Information

PHOENIX, October 2, 2009 – Learn more about preparations for the swine flu at our Maricopa Emergency Management Systems web page.

www.paradisevalley.edu/mems/current.php

9th Empty Bowls Event on Oct. 14

PHOENIX, October 2, 2009 – PVCC's 9th Annual Empty Bowls event is from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.,Wednesday, Oct. 14 in the Kranitz Student Center Hallway. Benefiting the Foothills Food bank in Cave Creek, handmade ceramic bowls are on sale for only $5. The Empty Bowls event helps provide resources for those in our community who need help the most. Each bowl represents the 500 calories available for the entire day to millions of people living in poverty around the world. The bowls are made by PVCC students and faculty entirely by hand on the potter's wheel. The bowls are a great bargain because they represent substantial skill and artistry in manipulating clay, glaze and fire. This biannual event is sponsored by PVCC's Partners in Art club.


PVCC Students Take Top PBL Business Awards

PHOENIX, October 2, 2009 – Two students from PVCC's Phi Beta Lambda Future Business Leaders of America Club took top rankings in academic competitions at the PBL Fall Leadership Conference Sept. 26 at Eastern Arizona College in Thatcher, Ariz.

Freshman Brett Tolway, a computer/business major, placed first in the Networking Concepts test. Sophomore Neenort Khibeir, a business major, placed second in Macro Economics and third in Micro Economics tests.

Phi Beta Lambda is the largest business career student organization in the world. The conference uses networking and testing to prepare students for the State Leadership Conference in March. Students compete in events testing their business knowledge and skills and the top state winners are eligible to compete for honors at the National Leadership Conference each summer.

To find out more about the business organization, contact PBL faculty-advisor and economics professor Bahman Maneshni at 602-787-6799.


Black Mountain Celebrates Grand Opening

PHOENIX, September 30, 2009 – The public enjoyed the grand opening celebration of the Black Mountain Campus on Oct. 17. A ribbon cutting ceremony kicked off the event at 10:30 a.m., followed by an open house until 4 p.m. The campus features three partners: Paradise Valley Community College at Black Mountain, the Holland-FCF Community Center and the Desert Foothills Family YMCA. The new Black Mountain facility is located on 60th Street, just south of Carefree Highway. Go to www.paradisevalley.edu/blackmountain for more information.






Register for Later-Starting and Online Fall Classes

PHOENIX, September 24, 2009 – Fall classes are underway but there is still time to register for some later-starting classes. Courses, which begin as late as November, include topics such as Production for Motion Picture and Television, Mountain Biking, Creating College Success, Intro to Computers, Science for the Young Child, Chamber Music Ensembles and Aromatherapy.

Also, enroll for Guided Independent Learning and Online courses such as International Marketing, Advertising Principals and Intro to Sociology. Open Entry Online courses include a folder of computer-related courses such as DB Management, PowerPoint, Adobe Illustrator CS3 and EXCEL. Find out more about these classes from the Center for Distance Learning, 602-787-6754.

Need money for college? PVCC has a wealth of scholarships and grants available as well as an interest-free payment plan. Go to www.paradisevalley.edu/finaid for details or call 602-787-7100.

Later-starting classes are found in under the "Start Date by Month" section in the Fall 2009 Schedule of Classes publication, which is available on campus at the Kranitz Student Center and the Library. For the most up-to-date class listings, go online to www.paradisevalley.edu/sc

Live or work in the Carefree/Cave Creek area? PVCC at Black Mountain is now open. Classes start as late as November including Jewelry Making, PC Basics, Sustainable Xeriscpe Landscaping, Conversational Italian and Basic Photoshop for Laptops. Stop by the new educational site on 60th Street, just south of Carefree Highway to see the new Black Mountain Campus that will also will house the FCF-Holland Community Center and the Desert Foothills Family YMCA.

Students - Take a Library Survey, Win a $25 PVCC Bookstore Giftcard

PHOENIX, September 23, 2009 – Enter a drawing to win a $25 giftcard to the PVCC Bookstore! The district has developed a new tool to help students with their research. But, library staff wants input to be certain that it is easy to use.

Students are asked to go through an online tutorial and tell what they are thinking as they click. At the end, students fill out a survey about this exciting new tool. It is approximately a one-hour session.

To sign up for this important study, just go to the PVCC Library website at www.paradisevalley.edu/library and look for the ATTENTION STUDENTS section on the bottom right hand corner.

PVCC Kicks Off United Way Campaign Sept. 30 at Catch 22 Grill

PHOENIX, September 15, 2009 – PVCC kicks off its 2009 United Way Campaign with a fundraiser from 5 to 8 p.m., Sept. 30 at Catch 22 Grill, 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive. Stop by and enjoy items from the American menu featuring wings, sliders, burgers, pasta, pizza, salads and ribs. Mention the PVCC United Way campaign and Catch 22 will donate a portion of your bill to the campaign. For more information, contact Corey Loucy, corey.loucy@pvmail.maricopa.edu.




Campus Closed Labor Day Monday, Sept. 7

PHOENIX, September 3, 2009 – Paradise Valley Community College and PVCC at Black Mountain are closed in observance of Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 7

Child Sex Trade Public Forum at PVCC Sept. 11

PHOENIX, September 2, 2009 – The growing problem of child sex slavery in Phoenix is the topic of the North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce’s open-to-the-public meeting 8 to 9:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 11 at the Paradise Valley Community College Center for Performing Arts, 18401 N. 32nd Street, Phoenix. The chamber and Paradise Valley Community College are co-sponsoring the free event to raise public awareness about the city’s more than 50 child prostitutes as young as 13, many of whom were abducted and forced into prostitution.
Peggy Bilsten, former Phoenix City Councilmember and vice president of StreetLight, will discuss the scope of the problem and how to keep our children safe. StreetLight, a program of the nonprofit organization Stop Child Rape For Profit Inc., is raising funds to open the first safe house in the Southwest for young girls fleeing sexual exploitation.
In Phoenix, the average age of entry into prostitution is 13 and the city is known to be one of the worst in the nation for sheer number of victims.
“These children are picked up from malls, not of their free will, and they are introduced to hell,” says Bilsten.
For further details about the public forum, contact chamber Executive Director Jean Lukens, Jean@northphoenixchamber.com or 602-482-3344.


Mata Ortiz Ceramic Artists at PVCC Sept. 1

PHOENIX, August 28, 2009 – Come meet the artists and see ongoing demonstrations of the pottery-making process by ceramic artists from Mata Ortiz, Chihuahua, Mexico from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 1, in the Paradise Valley Community College Art Studio, M building, room 142. Pottery will be available for purchase (cash or checks only).

Mata Ortiz, near the ancient ruins of Casas Grandes, Mexico, is a small town famous for its beautiful pottery. The potters of Mata Ortiz are inspired by the art of the ancient Paquime indians, who lived near Mata Ortiz many years ago. While Mata Ortiz itself is a village barely three streets wide, it is home of Juan Quezada, the self-taught originator of Mata Ortiz pottery, and his young followers. While it is rooted in a thousand-year tradition, the potters of Mata Ortiz are still free and spontaneous - a result of a blending cultural expression, economic need and artistic desire.

For further information, contact David Bradley, Art Professor, david.bradley@pvmail.maricopa.edu or Shawn Rost, Art Department, 602-787-6809.

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Fall Classes Have begun but still time to register

PHOENIX, August 27, 2009 – Fall 2009 classes have started but there is still time to register for some classes on campus, online or a hybrid of both.

Need money for college? PVCC has a wealth of scholarships and grants available as well as an interest-free payment plan. Fall Tuition is due at the end of the day you register. You can still apply for financial assistance, scholarships and payment plans. Go to www.paradisevalley.edu/finaid for details or call 602-787-7100.

The Fall 2009 Schedule of Classes publication is available on campus at the Kranitz Student Center and the Library. For the most up-to-date class listings, go online to www.paradisevalley.edu/sc

Live or work in the Carefree/Cave Creek area? PVCC at Black Mountain is now open. Stop by the educational site on 60th Street, just south of Carefree Highway to see the new Black Mountain Campus that will also house the FCF-Holland Community Center and the Desert Foothills Family YMCA.


Google Email Now Used for Official College Communication

PHOENIX, August 27, 2009 – Students - your official college email has been issued!
All students attending a Maricopa Community College now have access to a new Google-powered email system (Gmail) that will make it easy to receive official college communications. With this new Google-powered system, you will have an email address that is your MEID (the combination of letters and numbers you use to access the student information system)@maricopa.edu.

Effective immediately, this is the way Paradise Valley Community College will send you official college business communications, emergency notifications, financial aid and enrollment documents and information, messages from the Student Information System (SIS) Student Center via the Message Center and other important information. The system is now the official way to receive communications from PVCC and the Maricopa County Community College District. Students are responsible for communications sent to this email address.

Along with your new e-mail account comes access to a powerful set of Google tools, including Google Docs, an online suite of office productivity applications featuring word processing, spreadsheets and presentations. Using these tools, you can collaborate with others on the same documents in real time.

It's easy to connect...

1. Go to www.my.maricopa.edu
Click on GoogleApps@ Maricopa

2. Use your MEID for the address@maricopa.edu
Your password is the same MEID password that you use for your Student Center and Blackboard!

3. Start receiving and sending correspondence

If you have problems with your email account or need support, go to: www.google.com/support .


Why you need to connect

* Receive official student e-mail regarding class enrollment, financial aid, tuition due dates, emergency notifications, messages from the Student Information System (SIS) Message Center, use with Blackboard, etc! Most official college communications will come to you through this email account.

* Access to collaboration tools such as Google Docs, an online suite of office productivity applications featuring word processing, spreadsheets and presentations. Google Docs allows collaboration with others on the same documents in real time. Documents are saved online, so you always have access no matter what computer
you use.

*A lifetime email address, a reliable, secure email service, and a powerful anti-spam service.

* Access to calendaring, tasks and scheduling features; Instant messaging with voice and video;
and easy forwarding of email, if you choose.


Special Notice: An email was sent to both your Maricopa Google (Gmail) email account and a personal email account that was on file in the Student Information System. Effective September 2, PVCC will only send mass email notifications to all students (such as this message) to your Google email account and will no longer send mass messages to your personal email account.

New Student Email Service Is Live! Gmail accounts for Maricopa students are now live! To login into your Gmail account via GoogleApps visit www.maricopa.edu/google. To read the Maricopa Gmail Frequently Asked Questions visit www.maricopa.edu/google/faq.html.

New SIS Student Center Functionality! The Student Center now delivers official business communications (things to know) and checklist items (things to do) within the Student Center via the Message Center. For Frequently Asked Questions visit www.my.maricopa.edu/student-center/help/?reference_guides



New PVCC Emergency Management Web site launched

PHOENIX, August 24, 2009 – The college's MEMS (Maricopa Emergency Management System) team has launched a new Web site to facilitate emergency communications. Please visit and bookmark: www.paradisevalley.edu/mems/

The site is developed in accordance with the MCCCD District-wide Maricopa Emergency Management System team standards for new emergency web sites. It is a mirror site to the Maricopa District MEMS site (www.maricopa.edu/mems/ ) and is consistent in look and content across all of the Maricopa colleges, with the addition of college customization. Much of the content comes from and is coordinated with the centralized District MEMS team, with the addition of localized PVCC issues and content as needed.

This will be the only site that you will need to go to for the college's emergency information should a situation arise. The site contains sections for:
* Emergency Preparedness Alerts
* Current issues
* How you will be notified
* What to do
* About MEMS
as well as downloadable PDF documents and links to emergency resources.

New MEMS-produced fliers "Staying Healthy: Your part in preventing H1N1" and "Preparing for an Emergency" as well as other new documents and resources regarding H1N1 can be found and downloaded on the PVCC MEMS site.

All members of the PVCC community -- students, employees, and community visitors -- are highly encouraged to visit the PVCC MEMS site and to familiarize yourself with the content.

How will I be notified of an emergency? All students and employees are enrolled in a text-message and email ALERT notification system that sends messages with key directives in the event of incidents affecting the health and safety of people on campus/site. Please visit www.paradisevalley.edu/mems/notify.php to learn more. Members of the community who are not students or employees who wish to receive emergency notifications are strongly encouraged to sign up for "Maricopa Alerts" on Twitter -- just follow the Twitter icon on the PVCC or the Maricopa District MEMS site links above.


Student E-mail System Launched

PHOENIX, August 21, 2009 – All students attending a Maricopa Community College now have access to a new Google-powered e-mail system which also gives them access to online tools enabling them to do their school work more conveniently. The system is now the official way to receive communications from the students' colleges and the Maricopa County Community College District. The system provides each student with an address at maricopa.edu as well as a number of significant benefits, including:
*Useful collaboration tools such as Google Docs, an online suite of office productivity applications featuring word processing, spreadsheets and presentations. Google Docs allows collaboration with others on the same documents in real time. Documents are saved online, so you always have access no matter what computer you use.
*A lifetime email address, a reliable, secure email service, and a powerful anti-spam service;
*Access to calendaring, tasks and scheduling features; and
*Instant messaging with voice and video.

To gain access to their new e-mail accounts, students must navigate to www.maricopa.edu/google and follow the instructions. District faculty and employees will continue to use the current e-mail system.

"Offering this system to students at no additional cost means that our district has an exciting way to reach all students with official communications", said Darrel Huish, Vice Chancellor of information Technologies. "Our organization will be able to communicate more efficiently and students will know that there is one place where they can receive the important messages their college sends them".

The new system is set up for convenience. Students use their already familiar college identification number, called an "MEID", and their existing password. That means a student who has "XXXX" as an MEID, for example, would have an address of "XXXX@Maricopa.edu". New students enrolling in courses must sign up for a MEID, at which time they will automatically be given a corresponding address in the new email system.




Life Sciences Building Opens to Acclaim

PHOENIX, August 19, 2009 – Faculty, administration, staff and neighbors joined together Aug. 20 to celebrate the grand opening of PVCC's new Life Sciences building. Chancellor Rufus Glaspar and other dignitaries offered their congratulations and thanked individuals and groups for all the hard work devoted to achieving this stunning building that expands the college further into the world of biotechnology.

"We are ecstatic with the new building," said William "Hank" Mancini, science division chair. "This will allow us to double the number of courses and sections we offer in life sciences."

The $17.4 million, 35,000-square-foot science facility was designed to foster learning excellence, stimulate curiosity and encourage collaboration with dynamic learning spaces and sustainable design. It sits on the southwest corner of the PVCC campus, located at 18401 N. 32nd Street in Phoenix.

The Life Sciences building houses the college's anatomy, physiology, general biology, biotechnology, microbiology, marine biology and environmental biology programs. It includes seven classrooms, six biology labs and two anatomy/physiology labs, one of which is a cadaver lab, plus lab support spaces. There are also faculty and staff offices as well as an administration area. All lecture and lab spaces have significant technology infrastructures to support state-of-the-art teaching equipment and methods.

To bring the entire campus into discussions of science, the building has eight outdoor collaboration pods. Each pod, accessed from a walking bridge, includes tables and chairs for unstructured gatherings and informal student learning.

PVCC worked closely with Marlene Imirzian and Associates Architects to enhance the building's green profile by limiting the use of non-renewable energy and construction materials. Also, placing the building at the existing elevation eliminated the need to add five feet of soil to build up the slab. The sloped roof funnels rain for irrigation through two columns that also serve as water features. Sustainable materials are used throughout including concrete floors and masonry; high recycle-content carpet and tack boards; and bamboo doors and millwork.

Founded in 1985 and part of the Maricopa County Community College District, Paradise Valley Community College has grown from a per-semester enrollment in 1987 of 3,700 to more than 9,000 today. The college's annual headcount is more than 14,195, with an additional 6,000 in non-credit and continuing education programs. PVCC is located at Union Hills and 32nd Street, just west of exit 14 off SR 51 and also includes PVCC at Black Mountain, located on 60th Street just south of Carefree Highway. For information, call 602-787-7411 or go to www.paradisevalley.edu.

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New Overflow Parking Lot Available

PHOENIX, August 19, 2009 – In anticipation of record enrollment, PVCC has constructed an overflow parking lot on the southeast portion of the campus, just south of E Building. Facilities Services Director David Matus says that an additional 130 spaces have been added along with walkways to campus. Parking spaces are being delineated on the decomposed granite surface. Access to the lot is via the eastern loop road by the Center for the Performing Arts. This lot will be open for use Monday and Tuesday, Aug. 24 and 25. In the future, the gated lot will be opened by Public Safety only when overflow parking is needed.


PVCC Hosts Blood Drive Aug. 27

PHOENIX, August 19, 2009 – Paradise Valley Community College hosts a United Blood Services blood drive from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 27, in the Kranitz Student Center, Room 208. This drive is open to students, employees and community members. Visit www.BloodHero.com and enter the sponsor code "pvcc" to set your own appointment or call Ryan Martin at 602-787-7240. Donating blood is safe, simple and it saves lives.


Repair Shuts Down Campus July 25 and 26

PHOENIX, July 23, 2009 – Due to the replacement of a transformer at PVCC, an electrical shutdown throughout the Union Hills campus begins at 4 a.m., Saturday, July 25 and continues until approximately noon on Sunday, July 26.

David Matus, Facilities Services director, says this shutdown affects telecommunication services (telephone service and computer/ networking) and the fire alarm systems. All facilities will be closed and no one, except those involved in this project, should be on campus. Contact Director Matus at 602-787-7872 with questions regarding the shutdown.

Public Safety staff will be available during this period should any issues arise and can be contacted at their emergency cell number 602-388-5239.

All electrical equipment including computers, radios, faxes, copy machines, etc., should be powered-down before leaving for the weekend. Facilities Services is also requesting that all departmental and personal refrigerators and freezers be emptied, as a precaution. Backup generators are being provided to Food Services.

During the shutdown, Bob Metivier, manager, Facilities Services, Building Operations, is available at his cell, 602-388-3618.

Enroll Now for Fall Classes

PHOENIX, July 22, 2009 – Enroll now for Fall 2009 classes. Tuition is affordable at $71 per credit hour. Find the courses you want online, on campus or in a best-of-both-worlds hybrid format. Go to my.maricopa.edu or stop by campus to register.

More than 800 classes are available including accounting, anthropology, art, biology, communications, computer information systems, dance, education, EMT, fire science, geography, geology, health, exercise, mathematics, music, political science, psychology and social work.

New classes offered for fall include Asian Ideas and Values; Language Skills; Intro to Chinese Medicine; Dancer Sampler - Creative Movement/Body Awareness; Methods of Group Fitness; and Figure Study in 2D/3D Medium.

Need money for college? PVCC has a wealth of scholarships and grants available as well as an interest-free payment plan. Fall Tuition is due at the end of the day you register. You can still apply for financial assistance, scholarships and payment plans. Go to www.paradisevalley.edu/finaid for details or call 602-787-7100.

The Fall 2009 Schedule of Classes publication is available on campus at the Kranitz Student Center and the Library. For the most up-to-date class listings, go online to www.paradisevalley.edu/sc

Campus East Loop Rerouted Friday

PHOENIX, July 22, 2009 – Friday, July 24, a portion of PVCC's loop roadway near the Union Hills entrance and east of D Building will undergo pavement patching as part of the District Wide Parking Lot Maintenance Program. A detour will be established around the Center for the Performing Arts for the day.

Early in August, the paving company will return for striping and fire lane curb painting throughout the parking lots and vehicle roadways on campus. However, Director of Facilities Services David Matus says the work will be conducted at night so students and staff won't be inconvenienced.


PVCC at Black Mountain Opens

PHOENIX, July 13, 2009 – Paradise Valley Community College at Black Mountain is now open. Classes have begun but you can still register for classes that begin as late as October, November and December.

PVCC has partnered with the Foothills Community Foundation and Desert Foothills YMCA to create a multi-generational facility in the northeastern part of Maricopa County on 60th Street just south of Carefree Highway. PVCC at Black Mountain offers a variety of classes, both credit and noncredit courses. View a class schedule online at www.paradisevalley.edu/blackmountain or pick up a printed version at the Black Mountain educational site or Union Hills campus.

The Black Mountain Campus, an innovative partnership of the FCF, Paradise Valley Community College and Desert Foothills Family YMCA, is a newly imagined concept for bringing together a broad array of community resources on a single site.

The combined assets of the campus partners -- including community support services, lifelong learning and health & wellness programs -- bring the citizens of the Desert Foothills community unprecedented access to essential life-spectrum resources and opportunities. This partnership provides innovative pathways for personal achievement and community vitality.




Fall Tuition and Financial Aid applications due

PHOENIX, July 9, 2009 – Fall Tuition and applications for financial aid are due
If you enroll for Fall classes after July 10, your tuition is due at the end of the day of your registration.
* Pay at my.Maricopa.edu
* Pay in person, on campus at the Cashier's Office, KSC106
* Pay by mail: Cashier's, KSC, PVCC 18401 N. 32nd St., Phoenix AZ 85032
* Cashier's Office - 602-787- 7350

Financial aid applications are still being accepted for Fall 2009, but funds may be delayed. Find out more about available scholarships and payment plans at www.paradisevalley.edu/finaid or call 602-787-7100.

Campus Closed July 6 for Independence Day

PHOENIX, June 29, 2009 – Paradise Valley Community College is closed Monday, July 6 in observance of Independence Day. Some buildings and offices are also closed Friday, July 3 during the college's summer schedule. Click on "Summer Hours" on the homepage for details.

Summer Session II Begins - But, still time to register

PHOENIX, June 25, 2009 – There's still time to register for Summer Session II at PVCC, which began July 7. Increase your computer and business skills for a more secure job future. Or, you might choose a personal enrichment class such as painting, public speaking, yoga or Spanish. There are many choices and you can take classes on campus, online or a combo of both. Stop by for a printed schedule or go online for the most up-to-date info at www.paradisevalley.edu/sc

Applications for financial aid can be submitted but funds may be delayed. Find out more about available scholarships and payment plans at www.paradisevalley.edu/finaid or call 602-787-7100.

TUITION for Summer Session II is due Now.
If you register now for Summer Session II, your tuition is due at the end of the day of your registration.
* Pay at my.Maricopa.edu
* Pay in person, on campus at the Cashier's Office, KSC106
* Pay by mail: Cashier's, PVCC 18401 N. 32nd St., Phoenix AZ 85032
* Cashier's Office - 602-787- 7350


International Photowalk on campus planned for July 18

PHOENIX, June 18, 2009 – PVCC Faculty member Jim Patterson invites you to join the North Phoenix Paradise Valley Community College Photowalk 2009 from 9 to 11 a.m., Saturday, July 18. This is a worldwide, free event with prizes including software and gift cards.

Participants in the North Phoenix PVCC walk will meet at Catch 22 Sports Grill (just north of the intersection of Union Hills Drive and 32nd Street) and then stroll around the PVCC campus talking photography and taking photos. After the walk, photographers return to Catch 22.

Join the group at this link: http://worldwidephotowalk.com/phoenix-north---paradise-valley-community-college-na-usa/

There are a limited number of participants so don't wait to sign up.

Puma Drafted by New York Yankees

PHOENIX, June 12, 2009 – PVCC's first ever baseball season hit a home run with talent sought after by the legendary Yankees. Puma freshman centerfielder Isaiah Brown was selected June 11 by the New York Yankees in the 43rd Round of the 2009 Major League Baseball Draft.

During the 2009 season, Brown (.265) contributed 44 hits, 3 home runs and 22 RBI's. He led the Pumas with 14 doubles and 14 stolen bases. Brown becomes the first Puma to be drafted by MLB.

Free Online Program Helps Budget for College

PHOENIX, June 4, 2009 – Need help handling the financial struggles of college life, balancing your personal expenses or planning for your financial future? Paradise Valley Community College has a free, online step-by-step program to help budgeting in these tough economic times. The PVCC Office of Student Financial Assistance added CashCourse to its Web site recently -- www.cashcourse.org/pvcc

Available to the public, the program features steps for economic survival including creating a budget, paying off credit, protecting your credit score and saving for the future. There’s even a calculator to determine how much money aspiring millionaires need to sock away each year to achieve that wealth goal.

“Part of academic success is having a clear understanding of how to manage money so students can continue to work toward their degree,” says Ken Clarke, interim director of Financial Aid. “We know in this economy that that are many challenges. CashCourse can help students think about their finances in an educated way to assist them as they pursue their higher education.”

The nonprofit National Endowment for Financial Education developed this online financial planning tool, which addresses six common financial topics:
• Financial Basics—Budgeting and financial planning; debt and credit; financial goals and savings.
• Paying for College—Understanding financial aid; scholarship and loan programs; repaying student loans; and financing graduate school. There’s also a link to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
• College Life—Peer pressure, technology, spring break, studying abroad, buying a car, gambling and planning graduation.
• World of Work—Finding career opportunities; applying for jobs and assessing offers; and understanding taxes and insurance.
• Calculators and Worksheets—Calculate how to pay off debt; analyze income and expenses; compare job offers; and determine take-home pay.
• Economic Survival Tips—Understanding parents’ financial situations; comparing housing costs; and finding work in tough economic times.

To find scholarship and grant opportunities and get help in filling out applications, call 602-787- 7100, go to www.paradisevalley.edu/finaid or stop by the Financial Aid Office in the Kranitz Student Center at PVCC, 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive, just west of exit 14, SR 51.


Welcome to Summer Session I

PHOENIX, June 1, 2009 – Use this summer to get a start on your basic, required college courses. Increase your computer and business skills for a more secure job future. Or, you might choose a personal enrichment class such as painting, public speaking, yoga or Spanish. There are hundreds of choices and you can take classes on campus, online or a combo of both. Stop by for a printed schedule or go online for the most up-to-date information at www.paradisevalley.edu/sc

Enroll now for Summer Session I that begins June 1 or Summer Session II with classes beginning July 7. Applications for FINANCIAL AID for Session I and II can still be submitted but funds may be delayed. Find out more about scholarships at www.paradisevalley.edu/finaid or call 602-787-7100

TUITION for Summer Session II is due Now.
If you register now for Summer Session I or II, your tuition is due at the end of the day of your registration.
* Pay at my.Maricopa.edu
* Pay in person, on campus at the Cashier's Office, KSC106
* Pay by mail: Cashier's, PVCC 18401 N. 32nd St., Phoenix AZ 85032
* Cashier's Office - 602-787- 7350



Free Jazz Performance June 6 at CPA

PHOENIX, June 1, 2009 – The Faculty Jazz Quintet at Paradise Valley Community College presents a free jazz concert on Saturday, June 6, at 7:30 p.m. The performance includes a selection of jazz standards; new arrangements of compositions by jazz masters Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Herbie Hancock; and a few musical surprises. Audience members are invited to bring a folding chairs or blankets as the performance is at the Center for the Performing Arts’ outdoor amphitheater.

The PVCC Faculty Jazz Quintet, comprised of some of the most sought after jazz performers and educators in the Valley, includes Scott Zimmer (saxophones), Dan Delaney (piano), Brett Reed (vibraphone), Ted Sistrunk (bass) and John Lewis (drums). Their ongoing concert series has paid tribute to the music of Miles Davis, Dave Brubeck, John Coltrane, Herbie Hancock, the masters of Latin Jazz, the Beatles, Bob Marley, Joni Mitchell and many others. Info: 602-787-7738 or www.paradisevalley.edu/cpa

Into the Woods On Stage June 19 - 28

PHOENIX, June 1, 2009 – An ambivalent Cinderella and a bloodthirsty Little Red Ridinghood are among the irreverent characters featured in James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim's fractured fairy tale, "Into the Woods," at PVCC's Center for Performing Arts. The musical is directed by PVCC's Mark Stoddard and is onstage at 8 p.m., June 19, 20, 26 and 27; and at 2 p.m., June 20, 21, 27 and 28. Tickets are $12 adults, $10 senior/faculty/staff, $8 student and $5 child. Tickets can be purchased in person at the CPA Box Office and over the phone at 602-787-7738. Box Office hours are Tuesday to Friday from noon to 5 p.m. and one hour prior to curtain.

Puma Athletes Enjoy Record-Breaking Year

PHOENIX, May 28, 2009 – PVCC athletes and teams qualified for national level competition in 8 of our 12 sport programs in 2008-2009, breaking several school records in track and field, golf and women’s softball as well as earning recognition from the Arizona Community College Athletic Conference and scholarships for individual achievements.

The Puma Women's Softball team broke six of its nine hitting records during their best season in program history to finish with an overall record of 22-31-1. The team broke school records in total hits, doubles, home runs, runs scored, runs batted in and the team’s on-base percentage. Freshman first baseman Tori Munhall broke three of these records (doubles, home runs, RBI) and was named first team All-Region and second team All-ACCAC. Sophomore Kim Galindo (3B) batted .440, and freshman shortstop Lindsay Vollmer batted .413. Outfielder Kelsey Carter received a scholarship to play at Grand Canyon University next year.

Cross County runners Eric Harasyn, George Alex and Tailhar Hasson all broke PVCC’s previous 5000m track record of 14:46.48. Harasyn holds the record with a time of 14:28.30 at the Mt. Sac Relays in Walnut, Calif., followed by Alex (14:29.95) and Hasson (14:45.23). Jeremy Sudbury also set a new indoor 5000m record (14:52.89) and Aaron Sherf grabbed the 10000m record with a run of 32:44.44.

Harasyn, who was named ACCAC Track and Field Athlete of the Year, set the indoor 3000m school record (8:16.27) and the outdoor 1500m school record with a time of 3:51.90. He broke it again in 3:49.92.

Harasyn, Ryan Schneider, Kacee Hildebrandt and Lauren Cruzan all earned All-American honors in track and field. The men's team finished in fifth place at the National Junior College Athletic Association National Championships while women finished 14th. Schneider won the pole vault competition by jumping 16'11". Harasyn and Hildebrandt finished third in the steeplechase and Cruzan place second in pole vault.


Apply Now For Additional Summer Funds

PHOENIX, May 15, 2009 – More student funds are now available for Summer Session. The federal Economic Stimulus Program has just infused more than $30 billion into making college more affordable.

Additionally, Ken Clarke, interim director of the Office of Financial Assistance at PVCC, urges students to apply for their remaining financial aid and eligibility plus Maricopa Grant Funds now available for Summer Session at PVCC.

Summer Session I begins June 1. Tuition for both Summer Sessiona is due now as are Financial Aid applications.

To qualify for a grant and scholarship funds that will cover tuition and fees, students must register for six credit hours in Summer Session I. To apply, go to www.paradisevalley.edu/finaid and click on the light blue box in the center of the page with the white lettering that says "Summer Financial Aid Application."

Direct questions to Ken.Clarke@pvmail.maricopa.edu or call 602-787-7100. The Financial Aid Office is located in the Kranitz Student Center, room 101.


May 15 Commencement Ceremony at 7:30 p.m.

PHOENIX, May 13, 2009 – Congratulations to the 742 students in the Spring 2009 Paradise Valley Community College graduating class. Stella Napoles, supervisor of Admissions and Records says that more than 100 graduating students plus their families and friends will be attending PVCC's 19th Annual Graduation Ceremonies beginning at 7:30 p.m., Friday, May 15, south of the Center for the Performing Arts. Will Gonzalez, community prosecutor for the City of Phoenix, is delivering the Guest Commencement Address. Student speakers are Trish Moran and Laurie Bachand. A reception will be held outside the CPA immediately following the ceremony.

Here are a few of the many success stories from this year's graduating class:
Jake Harris
After graduating from Cactus Shadows High School, Jake Harris wrangled cattle, trained horses and worked construction. Now, this PVCC student is an All-Arizona Academic team member. While taking anthropology and biology courses, he found a passion -- paleoanthropology, the study of ancient humans. Jake was as a math tutor in the PVCC Student Learning Center, a lab assistant for Dr. Lynda Santiago and was invited by UNLV to accompany Professor Doss Powell on an archaeological dig. He cites these professors as just two examples of the enthusiastic and devoted members of the faculty that he found here at PVCC. Named to the prestigious All-Arizona Academic Team, Jake is a summer research intern at T-Gen. He transfers to ASU as Biology major with a full scholarship.


Betty McElligott
This accomplished business professional is married with three children ages 14 to 22. She set a goal to attain her AA degree and stuck to it through all the struggles of life. Sometimes health, family or personal issues would take priority but Betty always found a way to get back on the PVCC graduation track. She is not only an amazing student, but also an amazing employee. Betty is a PVCC staff tutor for the Learning Support Center and has successfully earned her tutoring credentials, achieving the highest rank. Through her own experiences, she has honed the ability to relate to students and their struggles with learning. Bettys hard work and dedication accomplished a 4.0 GPA.


Mike McKenna
Against all odds, living with a rare seizure disorder, Mike has completed his coursework at PVCC to continue onto ASU West in Social Work.
As a successful homebuilder in California, Mike started to experience seizures. He had to stop building homes and could no longer drive. He began treatments at the Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, undergoing rare surgery that was featured on a Mayo television special. During his time in Phoenix, he enrolled at PVCC. While at college, his seizures continued and he's undergone several hospitalizations. Yet, he continued his studies and maintained a high GPA, even attending classes after experiencing a severe seizure the night before.


Kaylen Miller
An All-Arizona Academic First Team and USA Third Team scholarship winner, Kaylen Miller also gained national recognition as a Coca-Cola Bronze medal winner. She also received one of the colleges top honors the Golden Puma. Taking 64 credits in one year, she still maintained a 4.0 average. Kaylen moved to Phoenix from a small town outside Sydney. She says she left Australia looking for a "second chance," far away from the fundamentalist religion she was raised in, where pursuing higher education was discouraged. She plans to use her tuition waiver prize for a Bachelor of Arts in Education at Arizona State University West in the newly formed Professional Development School, a partnership among PVCC, Paradise Valley Unified School District and ASU West.

John Russell
Home schooled since the fourth grade, this 18-year-old began attending classes at PVCC when he was 13. He test results netted him an Honors Tuition Waiver. John says that he has enjoyed exploring a variety of subjects and possible majors. While he has a love of Math, he is still undecided but plans on further studies at one of the many universities in which he has been accepted including Georgetown, Duke, Columbia, University of Southern California and Pomona. Also, hes on the wait list for Harvard and Princeton.



Battle of the Bands Rocks CPA May 8

PHOENIX, May 6, 2009 – Four of the Valley's most promising young bands, including headliner The NeoPrimitive, turn up the volume at 7:30 p.m., May 8 during the 7th Annual North Valley Battle of the Bands in PVCC's Center for the Performing Arts. Joining NeoPrimitive are Click 60, Thompson Blue, and Valley Love. The bands were selected during a December competition among musical groups around the Valley. Tickets for the event are $6. For box office info, call 602-787-7738.

The 7th Annual North Valley Battle of the Bands is hosted and sponsored by the Commercial Music Program at PVCC. It rewards local bands with free recording time and the opportunity to play in a professional theatre with full sound and light support. The concert on May 8 also serves as a CD release party; the participating bands have each recorded three songs in our college studios.

"This is a very beneficial project for all involved," says Brett Reed, the director of the commercial music program. "The bands get a free recording and our students get to an engineer a substantial real-world project."

The North Valley Battle of the Bands encourages aspiring high school and college musicians to work on their craft and to continue to make original music. Now in its seventh year, the project is an important tool used to support the creation of original music and to train the next generation of music business professionals.


Campus West Loop Road Closed May 6

PHOENIX, May 5, 2009 – From 6:30 a.m. to noon, Wednesday, May 6, there will be an extremely large crane installing the HVAC units on the new Life Sciences Building. The equipment will close the West Loop Road from Barton Malow's parking lot gate to the one-way street northwest of the tennis courts. Please follow all construction and detour signs. The Facilities Services Department apologizes for the inconvenience.

Federal Economic Stimulus Means More Student Money

PHOENIX, May 1, 2009 – Contact: Tom Gariepy
District Director,
Marketing and Communications
480.731.8248-office
480.209.6046-cell

April 27, 2009

Federal Economic Stimulus Means More Money for Students

Tempe, AZ – By going to or staying in college, students can take part in the federal Economic Stimulus Program, which will pump more than $30 billion into making college more affordable for students and their families.

“The federal program has three incentives designed to help students attend school and stay in school,” said Sylvia Manlove, Associate Vice Chancellor, Academic Affairs. “Students who take advantage of them will find that their financial burdens are lighter than they would be otherwise.”
The three features of the federal program, approved by Congress this year are:
• More Pell Grant money for qualified students in each of the next two years. Federal economic stimulus money is boosting the amount of Pell Grant money qualified students can receive by $500 to a maximum of $5,350, beginning July 1, 2009.
• More work-study money, which means there will be more opportunities for students who qualify. What’s more, work-study students may be eligible for more working hours because of increased funding.
• At tax time, students or their parents – whoever pays the education bill -- may be eligible for additional tax credits approved as part of the stimulus program. The American Tax Credit expands the existing Hope Scholarship tax credit and would be worth as much as b$2,500 for higher education expenses, up from the current $1,800. The full credit would be available to individuals making less than $80,000, or $160,000 for joint filers.
Students do not need to fill out additional paperwork to see if they qualify for Pell Grants. They simply should apply for a Pell Grant as they ordinarily would, and if they are eligible, they will receive the money. Similarly, there is no need to do anything additional to apply for the new work study opportunities, beyond applying for work study. Both the Pell grant and work study program require that students will out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application.

The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college districts in the nation. It includes 10 colleges – Chandler-Gilbert Community College, Estrella Mountain Community College, GateWay Community College, Glendale Community College, Mesa Community College, Paradise Valley Community College, Phoenix College, Rio Salado College, Scottsdale Community College and South Mountain Community College. The District also includes the Maricopa Skill Center, Southwest Skill Center, several satellite campuses and business/industry; technical and customized training institutes.
-Maricopa Community Colleges-

Centers for Disease Control "Steps to Fight the Flu"

PHOENIX, April 30, 2009 – The Centers for Disease Control Says: "Take 3" Steps to Fight the Flu
Flu is a serious contagious disease. Each year in the United States, on average: More than 200,000 people are hospitalized from flu complications. 20,000 of those hospitalized are children younger than 5 years old. 36,000 people die from flu. Control and Prevention (CDC) urges you to take the following steps to protect yourself and others from influenza (the flu):

1 - Vaccinate
Take time to get a flu vaccine. CDC recommends a yearly flu vaccine as the first and most important step in protecting against this serious disease. While there are many different flu viruses, the flu vaccine protects against the three main flu strains that research indicates will cause the most illness during the flu season. The vaccine can protect you from getting sick from these three viruses or it can make your illness milder if you get a different flu virus. Getting a vaccine is very important for people at high risk for serious flu complications, including young children, pregnant women, people with chronic health conditions like asthma, diabetes or heart or lung disease, and people 65 years of age and older. People who live with or care for those at high risk should also get a flu vaccine to protect their high-risk contact.


2 - Stop Germs
Take everyday preventive actions. Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it. Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also effective. Try to avoid close contact with sick people. If you get the flu, CDC recommends that you stay home from work or school and limit contact with others to keep from infecting them. Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread this way.


3 - Antiviral Drugs
Take flu antiviral drugs if your doctor recommends them. If you do get the flu, antiviral drugs are an important treatment option. (They are not a substitute for vaccination.) Antiviral drugs are prescription medicines (pills, liquid or an inhaler) that fight against the flu by keeping flu viruses from reproducing in your body. Antiviral drugs can make your illness milder and make you feel better faster. They may also prevent serious flu complications. This could be especially important for people at high risk. For treatment, antiviral drugs work best if started soon after getting sick (within 2 days of symptoms). Flu-like symptoms include fever (usually high), headache, extreme tiredness, dry cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose and muscle aches.

These resources will help provide additional information:

The Arizona Department of Health Services
www.azdhs.gov/flu/swine/index.htm

The Centers for Disease Control
www.cdc.gov/swineflu/

Maricopa County Public Health
www.maricopa.gov/Public_Health/



Spring Dance Collection at CPA May 1 and 2

PHOENIX, April 30, 2009 – Join us for our biannual Spring Dance Collection featuring exciting choreography by Erin Nielson, Frances Goritsas, Sonia Valle and PVCC students.

Performances are at 7:30 p.m., Friday May 1 and Saturday May 2. Tickets are $12 Adults, $8 students/staff/seniors. Box office: 602-787-7738.

The Spring Dance Collection consists of a mix of modern dance, ballet, traditional folk dance, jazz and hip hop. It features guest artist appearances by Axe Capoeira, who year after year amazes audiences with their incredible acrobatics and speed. Also highlighted are students of the Master Ballet Academy lead by professional, world-class faculty Slawomir Wozniak. Experience this wonderful collection of creative and eclectic artists all in one performance!

The Center for the Performing Arts is located at 34th Street and Union Hills at the east end of the Paradise Valley Community College campus. Newly-expanded parking is free.

Maricopa Community College District Following Swine Flu Situation Closely

PHOENIX, April 30, 2009 – As information on Swine Flu cases continues to emerge locally and nationally, health officials assure the Maricopa Community Colleges that there is no reason for alarm.

Dr. Bob England, medical director for Maricopa County's public health department explained that while he shares the concern of the community, he is not overly worried.

"So far, all of the Swine Flu cases in the United States have behaved just like regular flu," England said. "No more aggressive...making people no more ill than you would expect from the regular flu virus." And in fact, that was the case with the Arizona cases he discussed today.

Dr. England explained that the health department is taking aggressive measures in closing three elementary schools because this is a new virus. "Until health officials have learned enough about it, and are certain that we know enough about it, we will do what we need to do to limit its spread, to slow its spread in the community until hopefully at some point we'll be comfortable enough that it is behaving just like seasonal flu and then we can lower our guard."

At the Maricopa Community Colleges, the Maricopa Emergency Management System Team (MEMS) is activated and is closely following the situation. MEMS is working directly with County health officials and under directives from the Centers for Disease Control.

The most important thing we can all do is to take preventive health measures as outlined by the Centers for Disease Control.

More information:

The Centers for Disease Control
www.cdc.gov/swineflu/

The Arizona Department of Health Services
www.azdhs.gov/flu/swine/index.htm

Maricopa County Public Health
www.maricopa.gov/Public_Health/




Media contact:
Chris Chesrown
(480) 731.8789
chris.chesrown@domail.maricopa.edu

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Diversity Week Events April 28 to 30

PHOENIX, April 24, 2009 – Panels, theatre skits and a fair highlight Diversity Week at PVCC, April 28 to 30. This week's theme is Emphasizing Inclusion and Celebrating Diversity. Events include:

April 28
Student Diversity Panel &
Diversity Skits by Mark Stoddard's Acting II Class
10:30 a.m. to noon
Kranitz Student Center
Panel -- Jazmyne Lyons, Terrance Thompson, Saudi Ellison and Zandra Londono

April 29
Faculty Diversity Panel 10:30 a.m. to noon
Kranitz Student Center
Marianne Auten, Dave Bradley, Tony Deshay, Vaswati Ghosh, Hedy Fossenkemper, Reyes Medrano, Felicia Ramirez and Esther Schon

April 30
Diversity Fair
10 a.m. to 2 pm
Kranitz Student Center
Groups Participating: Native American Student Association
[NASA is also hosting a presentation by Cheryl Litzin on "Diabetes, A Native American Health Issue," KSC 212, 10:30 to 11:45 a.m.],
MEChA, Partners in Art, PRIDE, AWARE Club, Computer Commons (PC or MAC), African American Student Association, OIKOS, Democracy Matters, Helping Hands for Single Moms, Disability Services, Club Ed, And more are welcome to join.

These events are part of a project by Diversity Infusion Intern Ginny De La Cruz. For more information, contact Ginny at ginnyd317@yahoo.com or Norma Chandler at norma.chandler@pvmail.maricopa.edu; phone 602-787-7073.


Relay for Life at PVCC April 24 and 25

PHOENIX, April 21, 2009 – Paradise Valley Community College hosts its fifth Relay for Life, from 6 p.m. Friday, April 24, until 6 a.m. Saturday, April 25. Cancer survivors and their friends and families join faculty, college staff, students, church members, civic groups and others from the community to raise funds for the American Cancer Society. Teams of eight to 15 people gather for an overnight celebration at Shoenhair Field, on the college campus at 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive, just west of SR 51.
Each team taking part in the relay collects donations and then camps out in the center of Shoenhair Field for the all-night festivities. Relay for Life is not a race, however, at least one person from each team walks the track throughout the event.
During the opening ceremonies, cancer survivors are recognized and then the Ceremony of Hope is held. This is a luminaria service where candles are lighted around the track and a bagpipe plays in honor of those who have passed on.
Luminarias for $10 may be purchased in memory of a loved one. Anyone contributing $100 to the PVCC Means Business team will receive a ceramic luminaria created by Business faculty member Gary Smith.
Although the cause is somber, Norma Chandler, PVCC Team Development Chair, points out that Relay for Life is like a big slumber party with entertainment, food, games, raffles, face painting, music and more. The event is free. You do not have to register or be on a team to attend.
To join a team, register online at www.acsevents.org/relay/az/northvalley or contact Norma Chandler at norma.chandler@pvmail.maricopa.edu.


High School Junior Night April 28

PHOENIX, April 17, 2009 – High school juniors, their parents and friends are invited to Junior Night at the PVCC campus, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, April 28 in the Kranitz Student Center. Learn how to start college classes your high school senior year. Enjoy a campus tour and find out about scholarships, financial aid, degree transfers, career possibilities and more! For information, contact: Ivette Quintero at 602-787-7176.

PVCC IT Team Wins District Innovation of the Year Award

PHOENIX, April 16, 2009 – PVCC's Sam Fraulino, Paul Golisch, Alicann Lunceford, George Mathew, Carol Myers, David Preston and Corey Weidner, along with Jason Pociask from the MCCCD Office, are winners of the Maricopa Community Colleges Paul Pair Innovation of the Year Award for 2009. The team's PVCC Web-Based Class Schedule, designed as a dynamic environment to assist students in managing their time and resources, was honored as the most outstanding innovation among all the District colleges.


Senior Night at PVCC April 16

PHOENIX, April 15, 2009 – High school seniors and their parents are invited to Senior Night at the PVCC campus, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Thursday, April 16 in the Studio Theatre, M Building. Enjoy a campus tour and find out about scholarships, financial aid, degree transfers and more! For information, contact: Ivette Quintero at 602-787-7176.


Business Survival Mixer April 16

PHOENIX, April 8, 2009 – Paradise Valley Community College hosts a North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce mixer from 5 to 7 p.m., Thursday, April 16 in Kranitz Student Center on the college’s Union Hills campus. Discover the wealth of free and low-cost resources offered by PVCC and the Maricopa Community Colleges to help businesses survive these tough economic times.
PVCC resources to be featured include:
* Business/IT Division - The source for student interns and for education to enhance management and technology skills.
* Career Services Center - The source for qualified employees.
* Division of Continuing Education - The source for short-term, noncredit seminars and classes to improve business, leadership and technical skills.
Maricopa Community Colleges resources include:
* MCCCD Small Business Development Center’s free one-on-one counseling.
* SBDC free and low-cost seminars, Webinars and workshops.
There’s no charge for the mixer for North Phoenix Chamber members; non-members are $10. Bring a gift to raffle and get a 60-second commercial to promote your business.
R.S.V.P.s are appreciated. E-mail Jean Lukens, Chamber Executive Director, jean@northphoenixchamber.com or call 602-482-3344. Additional details at www.northphoenixchamber.com.


Cactus Shadows High School Dual Enrollment Testing April 15 and 16

PHOENIX, April 8, 2009 – Cactus Shadows High School students who want to earn college credits while still in high school are invited to take PVCC's Dual Enrollment Testing from 2:45 to 6 p.m., April 15 and 16 at Cactus Shadows High School, Room 316. Students may test anytime between those hours. The average time to complete assessment testing is one hour per test. For eligibility details and instructions on what to bring to the test site, visit: www.paradisevalley.edu/dualenrollment and click on "Cactus Shadows High School" or call 480-575-2407.

The dual enrollment program allows high school students, primarily juniors and seniors, to complete required college courses and credits that transfer to the universities of their choice. Classes are held at Cactus Shadows High School, 5802 E. Dove Valley Road, Scottsdale.


Public Invited to Wellness Fair on Campus April 8

PHOENIX, April 2, 2009 – Play Wii Fitness, watch demonstrations and learn about health issues from more than 40 vendors at the Paradise Valley Community College Wellness Fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Wednesday, April 8, on the Kranitz Student Center lawn. The public is invited and admission is free. Watch hip hop, yoga, belly dancing and learn about boot camp fitness from the PVCC Fitness Center staff. Play laser tag or try out Wii Fitness with the Games2U Game Crew. Breakout schedules, with demonstrations and discussions of the seven dimensions of wellness, take place throughout the day in the nearby amphitheatre.

For a complete schedule of events visit: www.pvc.maricopa.edu/~wellness/fest09.php Contact the Campus Wellness Committee at 602-787-7273.



PVCC Student Wins Coca-Cola Scholarship

PHOENIX, March 6, 2009 – Paradise Valley Community College student Kaylen Miller adds another win to her list of academic accomplishments. The All-Arizona Academic First Team scholarship winner has gained national recognition as a Coca-Cola Bronze medal winner, receiving a $1,000 scholarship. Kaylen’s career goal is to become a science teacher.

The Coca-Cola Two-Year Colleges Scholarship Program was created in 2000 through a grant from the Joseph B. Whitehead Foundation and recognizes students who excel in both academic excellence and community service. This is the fourth year that a PVCC student has placed on the national cola scholarship list.


PVCC Goes On Spring Break - March 16 to 22

PHOENIX, March 5, 2009 – Paradise Valley Community College goes on Spring Break from March 16 through March 22. The campus will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., March 16 to 18 for Spring Break hours. The campus will be closed March 19 through March 22. Classes resume Monday, March 23.

Students Shine At Phi Beta Lambda Leadership Conference

PHOENIX, February 23, 2009 – Four students from PVCC's Phi Beta Lambda Future Business Leaders of America Club traveled to Eastern Arizona College in Thatcher to take part in the PBL Winter Leadership Conference on Saturday, Feb. 7.

In the performing presentations, Taniel Agnerian, club president, earned a first place in Macroeconomics and a second place in Financial Analysis tests; Aaron Gliner, vice president, received a first place in Economic Analysis and Decision Making and a first place in Microeconomics tests; Winston Hewitt took second place in Microeconomics tests; and Jerome Pinacate competed in Job Interview Presentation.

The winter conference uses networking and testing to prepare students for the State Leadership Conference in March. To find out more about PBL, contact Bahman Maneshni, Faculty, Economics, at 602-787-6799.


Summer Enrollment Begins Monday, Feb. 23

PHOENIX, February 18, 2009 – The Summer 2009 Schedule of Classes is now online - www.paradisevalley.edu/sc
TUITION for Summer Session I is DUE APRIL 17; for Summer Session II, MAY 22.
* Pay at my.Maricopa.edu
* Pay in person, on campus at the Cashier's Office, KSC106
* Pay by mail: Cashier's, PVCC 18401 N. 32nd St., Phoenix AZ 85032
* Cashier's Office - 602-787- 7350

Applications for FINANCIAL AID are DUE APRIL 17 for Summer Session I and MAY 22 for Summer Session II. Go to www.paradisevalley.edu/finaid or call 602-787-7100

Stevie Wonder Tribute fundraiser Feb. 21 and 22

PHOENIX, February 17, 2009 – A Tribute to Stevie Wonder is this year's Center for Fine Arts scholarship fundraiser. The performance at 7:30 p.m., Sat. Feb. 21 and 2 p.m, Sunday, Feb. 22, features The Stevie Wonder Tribute band, which is made up of 10 of the finest professional musicians in the Valley. Fronting the band is dynamic vocalist Cornelius Bishop.
Tickets for the event are $30 for general admission, $25 for staff and seniors and $15 for students. Buy tickets from the PVCC Box Office 602-787-7738 in advance or on the night of the performance. Seating is assigned so get your tickets early!
The third annual student scholarship fundraiser includes a silent auction, which begins one hour prior to the performance and features items such as four rounds of golf, a day at a local spa; sports memorabilia from the Cardinals, Diamondbacks, and Coyotes; dinner packages at local restaurants; visual art created by Valley artists, PVCC faculty and students; and tickets to several of the Valley's leading performing arts groups and museums.
The Musical Tribute to Stevie Wonde includes 16 songs written by the Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter including Superstition, Living for the City, Isn't She Lovely, Sir Duke, Do I Do, You are the Sunshine of My Life and much more.
The goal of the 3rd Annual Fine & Performing Arts Student Scholarship Fundraiser is to raise $15,000 to provide full-tuition waivers for five students in the Fine & Performing Arts division for the 2009-2010 academic year. These students will represent each of the college's disciplines within the fine arts division -- creative writing, dance, music, theatre and visual arts.



Still Registration Time Left For Late Start Classes

PHOENIX, February 17, 2009 – Spring classes have begun but there is time left to enroll in "Late Start" classes at Paradise Valley Community College.

These classes cover a broad range of subjects, and some accept registration as late as April. They include Accounting, Anthropology, Art, Computer Information Systems, Dance, Emergency Medical Technology, Food and Nutrition, Psychology, Theater Production, Weight Training, Wellness and many more. Also available for "Late Start" students are PVCC's individualized study programs in GIL (Guided Independent Learning), in which students work with experienced faculty in self-designed mentor situations; and Open Entry Online computer classes.

For a detailed look at these and other late-entry classes and programs, see PVCC's Spring 2009 class schedule, available on campus or online at www.paradisevalley.edu/sc

To register by phone, call 602-787-7000; to register online, visit my.maricopa.edu or paradisevalley.edu. Tuition is affordable at $71 per credit hour for in-state tuition, plus a registration fee of $15 per semester.

PVCC's Union Hills campus is conveniently located in North Phoenix, close to Scottsdale, the Town of Paradise Valley, Cave Creek and Carefree, just one-half mile west of SR-51, on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive. PVCC's Black Mountain campus will open in the fall of 2009 at 60th Street, south of Carefree Highway.


Free Grammar Workshops through Feb. 27

PHOENIX, February 12, 2009 – Brush up on your Ps and Qs and pronouns, too.
The Paradise Valley Community College English division and the Learning Support Center are sponsoring the Spring 2009 Grammar Workshop series through Friday, Feb. 27. The series is free and open to all students and staff. Attend one or all of the workshops presented by English instructors. Topics (see below) range from comma rules to sentence structure and offer students step-by-step explanations and practice with the basic rules of grammar and punctuation. Brochures with schedules are available at the Learning Support Center or by calling Sandra Beeman at 602-787-7184.

SPRING 2009 GRAMMAR WORKSHOPS SCHEDULE
All workshops are free and open to students and staff. No registration is required.
****Daytime Workshops***
Thursday, Feb.19 Apostrophes, Semicolons and Colons: Stacey Rannik 1:30-2:20p KSC208
Friday, Feb. 20 Pronoun and Verb Agreement: Andy Peevey 1:30-2:20p KSC212
Monday, Feb. 23 Comma Rules: Lynn McClelland
1:30-2:20p M231
***Evening Workshops***
All evening workshops are held from 7 to 7:50 pm in Building E's Learning Support Center (across from library)
Monday, Feb. 23 Comma Rules: Janie Gustafson
Tuesday, Feb. 24 Capitalization and Passive Voice: Marianne Botos
Wednesday, Feb. 25 Pronoun and Verb Agreement: Janie Gustafson
Thursday, Feb, 26 Apostrophes, Semicolons and Colons: Stephanie Polliard
Friday, Feb. 27 Comma Splices, Fragments, and Run-ons: Stephanie Polliard


Campus Closed Monday, Feb. 16 for Presidents' Day

PHOENIX, February 10, 2009 – Paradise Valley Community College is closed Monday, Feb. 16 in observance of Presidents' Day. Campus activities resume Tuesday, Feb. 17.

NAU's Transfer Info Day Feb. 26 at PVCC

PHOENIX, February 10, 2009 – Attend Northern Arizona University's Transfer Day at PVCC from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Feb. 26. Stop by the NAU tent in the Kranitz Student Center courtyard and enter to win some great door prizes.

You'll find out about:
* Earning your NAU degree from the PVCC campus
* Local PVCC Partnership Degree Programs
* Online Degree Programs
* Flagstaff Programs & Admission Requirements
* Available Student Services

For additional information, e-mail paradisevalley@nau.edu or call 602-493-2728.


PVCC Film Festival Features German Classics

PHOENIX, February 8, 2009 – The Film Festival at Paradise Valley Community College showcases films from Germany. Explore love, life and the turbulent times of World War II to the present day. Admission is free of charge and all showings are in the College's Center for the Performing Arts. The Film Festival is sponsored by the Center for International Studies. Contact the CPA box office for details at 602-787-7738.

GERMAN FILMS
6:30 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 11, "Good Bye Lenin," directed by Wolfgang Becker. (2003, Rated R)
6:30 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 25, "The Marriage of Maria Braun," directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder. (1979, Rated R)
6:30 p.m., Wednesday, March 4, "Wings of Desire," directed by Wim Wenders. (1987, Rated PG-13)

The Center for the Performing Arts (CPA) is located at 34th Street and Union Hills at the east end of the campus of Paradise Valley Community College in North Phoenix.


Want to Transfer to ASU?

PHOENIX, February 5, 2009 – Attend an ASU Transfer Ready Workshop, at 1 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 10, KSC 208, Paradise Valley Community College. For details, contact Kelly Gwilliam at Kelly.Gwilliam@asu.edu or 602-496-1179.

ASU's Transfer Ready Workshops are designed for students who have completed at least 45 credit hours and want to transfer to ASU in the
upcoming year.

ASU Transfer Ready Workshops provide valuable information including:
* Academic Advising
* Admissions Requirements
* Scholarships & Financial Aid
* Majors and Degrees at ASU
* Campus Tours
* Applying to ASU






Financial Aid Help Free at College Goal Sunday, Feb. 8

PHOENIX, February 2, 2009 – Find out about a wealth of scholarships and how to apply for them at free workshops from 1:30 to 4 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 8, Studio Theater, Building M, East Wing at Paradise Valley Community College. Known as College Goal Sunday, financial aid specialists will help students identify potential scholarships and walk them and parents through the Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application,helping complete the application via the Web.

Pre-registration begins at 1:30 p.m. followed at 2 p.m. by a welcoming address from Dr. Shirley Green, Interim Vice President Student Affairs. If you are interested in filling out the FAFSA form on Feb. 8 please bring: the student's 2008 income data in the form of W-2's, pay stubs or a 2008 tax return. Students under 24 years of age must ALSO bring parent's income information. Find out more from Financial Aid at 602-787-7100 or www.pvc.maricopa.edu/finaid .


PVCC Academic Duo Named to Top Arizona Team

PHOENIX, January 27, 2009 – Jake Harris and Kaylen Miller, representing Paradise Valley Community College on the prestigious All-Arizona Academic Team, have each been named to the state's top team. This is the first time PVCC has had two students on the first team. Each receives a two-year tuition waiver to any of Arizona's three universities and a chance to compete for scholarship money and a place on a National All-USA Team.

The First, Second and Third All-USA teams are announced in an April issue of USA TODAY and recipients will be honored at the annual American Association of Community Colleges convention, being held in Phoenix.

After graduating from Cactus Shadows High School, Jake Harris wrangled cattle, trained horses and worked construction. Now, this 31-year-old, Paradise Valley Community College student is an All-Arizona Academic team member.

Going to college right after high school wasn't an option, Harris says. But his parents, Jeanne and Brad Harris, who work in the Cave Creek post office, are supportive of his career goals. After a few years and several jobs, he registered at PVCC. While taking anthropology and biology courses, he found his passion -- paleoanthropology, the study of ancient humans.

Harris maintains a 4.0 average, while working as a math tutor in the PVCC Student Learning Center. In his free time, he likes to hang glide, surf, kite board, play guitar or piano, and sing at open mike venues around the Valley. Harris wants to research in Africa or South East Asia and then pursue his doctorate.

"When I heard about the scholarship I started to cry," Kaylen Miller says. "School is my passion. Half the reason I want to be a teacher is so I can stay in school."

Miller, 39, took 64 credits in one year and maintained a 4.0 average. She credits PVCC's College Success course, which is part of the iStartSmart program for new students, for providing vital coping tools.

She moved to Phoenix a year-and-a-half ago from a small town outside Sydney. Miller says she left Australia looking for a "second chance," far away from the fundamentalist religion she was raised in, where pursuing higher education was discouraged and studying science and evolution was forbidden.

Miller volunteers teaching ESL students at Palomino Elementary School. She plans to use her tuition waiver prize for a Bachelor of Arts in Education at Arizona State University West in the newly formed Professional Development School, a partnership between PVCC, Paradise Valley Unified School District and ASU West. An immersion program for new teachers, candidates graduate in May 2010 with extensive classroom experience.

Harris' and Miller's application essays are judged at the state and national levels by the Phi Theta Kappa society. USA Today, the American Association of Community Colleges and Phi Theta Kappa will honor and reveal the national winners in April.






PVCC Hosts Blood Drive Feb. 4

PHOENIX, January 26, 2009 – Paradise Valley Community College hosts a United Blood Services blood drive from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 4 in the Kranitz Student Center, Room 208. This drive is open to students, employees and community members. There will be a sign-up sheet at the Blood Drive Table during the week of Jan. 26, or you can go to www.BloodHero.com, enter the sponsor code "pvcc" and set your own appointment. For more information call Helice Agria at 602-787-7273. Remember, donating blood is safe, simple and it saves lives.

Baseball Debuts at PVCC; Sat. Jan. 31 game at noon

PHOENIX, January 23, 2009 – Baseball joins Paradise Valley Community College's Puma sports offerings Friday, Jan. 30 as Interim President Paul Dale threw out the first ceremonial ball on the college's new baseball field. The team's first game ever began at noon against the Rough Riders from Luna Community College, Las Vegas, N.M. The double-header will be repeated at noon, Sat., Jan. 31.

Games are free and open to the public. Go to www.pvc.maricopa.edu/athletics/ for a complete schedule or call the Athletics Department at 602-787-7173.

"Practices have been going very well and we are looking forward to getting this season started," said Victor Solis, head baseball coach. "We had a very successful recruiting effort. More than 100 players showed up at our open tryouts in June; and several of them made the team."

PVCC Athletic Director Greg Silcox said that the college is pleased to add baseball to its roster of a dozen teams for men and women. The baseball Pumas are competing within the Arizona Community College Athletic Conference (ACCAC) and the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA).

Seeing Ability in Disability workshop Jan. 27

PHOENIX, January 21, 2009 – The"Seeing the Ability in Disability" workshop is scheduled from 8 a.m. to noon, Tuesday, Jan. 27 in the Kranitz Student Center, room 208. Free and open to the public, PVCC Career Services and Disability Resources sponsors this Diversity Leadership Alliance workshop featuring Nanette Bowles, Ed.D. Learn how differences in physical and cognitive abilities affect us all in the workplace and everyday life; explore ways to accommodate differences related to vision/hearing loss; and identify tools to accommodate differences in the workplace. Seating is limited. Register today at the DLA website: http://www.diversityleadershipalliance.org/ There is no fee for the event, however, no shows will be charged $50 by DLA.


Free Yoga Workshop Jan. 24 at PVCC

PHOENIX, January 20, 2009 – Paradise Valley Community College is hosting a free Introduction To Yoga workshop, 1 to 2:15 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 24 in the Fitness Center as part of Yoga Day USA, a national celebration of yoga. The complimentary class offers basic information about yoga and includes a beginner’s session. PVCC offers 15 sections of yoga each week from beginner’s to expert. There’s still time to register for spring fitness and health classes that have start dates through Feb. 28. Find additional details at: http://zen.pvc.maricopa.edu/pvinfo/ or call 602-787-7272.


Campus Electricity Shutdown Jan. 17 and 18

PHOENIX, January 16, 2009 – Due to a required repair to Paradise Valley Community College's Central Plant, a six-hour electrical shutdown at our campus begins at midnight, Sat., Jan. 17 and continues until approximately 6:30 a.m., Sunday, Jan. 18. The entire campus except for M Building, the Center for the Performing Arts and the East Parking Area will be involved.

This shutdown affects telecommunication services (telephone service and computer/ networking) and the fire alarm systems. All affected facilities will be closed. Public Safety staff will be available during this period should any issues arise and can be contacted at their emergency cell number 602-388-5239.

Electrical equipment including computers, radios, faxes, copy machines, etc., should be powered-down before leaving for the weekend.
Facilities Services extends their apologies for lateness of this notice due to the unexpected nature of this situation.

Campus Closed Jan. 19 for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

PHOENIX, January 15, 2009 – Paradise Valley Community College is closed Monday, Jan. 19 in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Campus activities resume Tuesday, Jan. 20.

Mata Ortiz Ceramic Artists at PVCC Jan. 22

PHOENIX, January 13, 2009 – The public is invited to a Jan. 22 demonstration of the pottery making process by two ceramic artists from Mata Ortiz, Chihuahua, Mexico. The first demo, in the Paradise Valley Community College Art Studio, M142, is from 9 to 10:45 a.m. and the second is from 2 to 4 p.m. Pottery will be available for purchase (cash or checks only).

Mata Ortiz, near the ancient ruins of Casas Grandes, Mexico, is a small town famous for it's beautiful pottery. The potters of Mata Ortiz are inspired by the art of the ancient Paquime indians who lived near Mata Ortiz years ago. While Mata Ortiz itself is a village barely three streets wide, it is home of Juan Quezada, the self-taught originator of Mata Ortiz pottery, and his young followers. While it is rooted in a thousand-year tradition, the potters of Mata Ortiz are still free and spontaneous - a result of a blending cultural expression, economic need and artistic desire.

For further information, contact David Bradley, PVCC Art Professor, david.bradley@pvmail.maricopa.edu

Still time to register for Spring Classes!!

PHOENIX, January 9, 2009 – Classes start Jan. 17 but there's still time to register for Spring 2009 at Paradise Valley Community College. Tuition is affordable at $71 per credit hour plus a registration fee of $15 per semester. Find courses you want online, on campus or in a best-of-both-worlds hybrid format. Go to my.maricopa.edu or stop by campus to register.

More than 800 classes are available including accounting, anthropology, art, biology, communications, computer information systems, dance, education, emergency medical technology, fire science, geography, geology, health and exercise, mathematics, music, political science, psychology, and social work.

New classes offered for spring include Writing for Online Media; Banned Books and Censorship; Screenwriting; 3-D Modeling for Animation; Intro to Printmaking; and Special Projects: Jazz, Modern Art, Poetry and World Dance.

There's a wealth of scholarships and grants available as well as an interest-free payment plan.

The Spring 2009 Schedule of Classes is available on campus including at the Kranitz Student Center and the Library. For the most up-to-date class listings, go to www.paradisevalley.edu/sc.html

PVCC/PAS Astronomy Event Feb. 12

PHOENIX, January 9, 2009 – Paradise Valley Community College and the Phoenix Astronomical Society invite you to their popular Indoor/Outdoor Astronomy Event from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 12 in Building G, Room 147 and at the PVCC Telescope Dome.

Join hands-on astronomy demonstrations and test your knowledge of the stars, planets and galaxies. Bring the whole family for a night of celestial fun. This event is free, open to the public and takes place rain or shine. To RSVP, go to www.pasaz.org or contact PAS Vice-President Terri at 602-561-5398. For more information, call 602-787-6685 or e-mail david.hellmann@pvmail.maricopa.edu.

The astronomy Telescope Dome is located on the south side of campus between buildings G and L, just east of the under-construction Life Sciences Building.

In the coming months, PVCC will host a series of free PAS Star Parties:
* March 12, 5:30 to 10 p.m.
* April 9, 6 to 10 p.m.
* June 4, 6:30 to 10 p.m.

Star parties are weather permitting, so check the calendar at www.pasaz.org before you go.

Paradise Valley Community College is located at at the southeast corner of Union Hills and 32nd Street, just west of SR 51. More info at www.paradisevalley.edu.





IGNORE Friday fire and evacuation test

PHOENIX, January 8, 2009 – Please ignore the brief Fire Alarm and Emergency Evacuation systems demonstration that will take place throughout campus between 10 and 11 a.m., Friday, Jan. 9. David Matus, PVCC director of facilities services, says that the actual test should be no more than a minute in duration. Do not evacuate the building or follow any other instructions that might be broadcast. Representatives of our sister colleges will be on campus for this demonstration of PVCC's new system that enhances campus safety. Questions may be directed to facilities services at 7-7870.

Campus Closed through Jan. 4

PHOENIX, December 24, 2008 – Paradise Valley Community College is closed for Winter Recess through Jan. 4. The Computer Commons is closed until Jan. 17, the first day of Spring 2009 Classes.

There will be a complete electrical shutdown from 7 a.m., Monday Dec. 29 to allow for work on our Central Plant Renovation Project. Phone service and computer networking will be unavailable during the power down.


PVCC Weather Station Up and Running

PHOENIX, December 22, 2008 – Want to know exactly what to wear to Paradise Valley Community College? Check out the Union Hill's campus weather station at
www2.pvc.maricopa.edu/~weather/Current_Vantage_Pro_Plus.htm

Kurt Hill, PVCC's own weather forecaster and chair of the Social Sciences Department, offers a big thanks to everyone at PVCC's IRTS for their support and help making this a reality.

Register for Spring Classes Jan. 8 at PVCC at Black Mountain

PHOENIX, December 12, 2008 – Paradise Valley Community College at Black Mountain, currently holding classes at Cactus Shadows High School, is registering students for the Spring 2009 semester from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 8, in room 304 at the high school campus located at 5802 E. Dove Valley Road, Scottsdale.

Credit and non-credit courses are available. Classes, which begin Jan. 20, include Spanish, ballroom dancing, art/ceramics composition, desktop publishing, basic computer, classical guitar and kickboxing.

Students can also register for PVCC classes by phone at 602-787-6700, online at www.pvc.maricopa.edu/pvccblackmountain or in person at PVCC's Union Hills campus located at 18401 N. 32nd Street (SR 51 and Union Hills).

In the fall of 2009, PVCC at Black Mountain will move into new facilities located at Carefree Highway and 60th Street.




United Way Basket Raffle Underway!

PHOENIX, December 11, 2008 – The United Way Gift Baskets have arrived and are on display in the glass cases in the Kranitz Student Center Lounge. One of these cool baskets could be yours for just a $5 raffle ticket. Spa goodies, international foods, super snacks and manly-man tools fill some of the six big baskets. Take a look at them on display and decide which ones you’d like to take home. Then, go to the KSC Cashier’s Office, purchase your raffle tickets and place them in the box under the photo of the baskets of your choice. Winning tickets will be drawn at 10 a.m. , Wednesday, Dec. 17 in A Building. Winners need not be present and will be notified. Everyone has a chance to win and help a good cause – United Way!

Farewell Reception for Mrs. Linda B. Rosenthal

PHOENIX, December 10, 2008 – A farewell reception will be held for Mrs. Linda B. Rosenthal from 1:15 to 2:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 11, in the KSC. Mrs. Rosenthal retires from the MCCCD Governing Board after 29 years of service. Her tenure has spanned the entire history of PVCC and she has seen the MCC grow into the largest community college district in the nation. Faculty, students and staff are invited to stop by to say “thank you” to Mrs. Rosenthal for her devotion and dedication to Maricopa’s community colleges and in particular to PVCC.



Tuition is Due TODAY!!! (Dec. 5)

PHOENIX, December 5, 2008 – Tuition for Spring 2009 is due TODAY Friday, Dec. 5, 2008. If you register after Dec. 5, your tuition is due by midnight of the same day that you register. Sign up NOW for Spring 2009. Get the classes you want at the times most convenient to your schedule.

Financial Aid Applications for PVCC due TODAY Dec. 5

PHOENIX, December 5, 2008 – FINANCIAL AID APPLICATIONS ARE DUE TODAY, DEC. 5.
Your Spring classes will be held and paid for :
* if you have a financial aid award posted on your my.Maricopa.edu account with enough funding to cover all of our spring term tuition and fees;
* If your financial aid application (FAFSA) and all related documents are posted to the financial aid system.
Check your my Maricopa.edu account and review the "To Do List."

IMPORTANT NOTICE!! If you have not completed your FAFSA, go to www.fafsa.ed.gov/. Financial Aid applications received AFTER Dec. 5 may result in disbursements later in the term. To hold your classes until your financial aid funds are disbursed, enroll in the interest-free, e-Cashier payment plan at www.pvc.maricopa.edu/eCashier.

"Russia's Music" Free Concert Dec. 15

PHOENIX, December 2, 2008 – "Russia's Music: The Continuum" is on stage at the PVCC Center for the Performing Arts 6:30 to 9 p.m., Dec. 15. Admission is free but you need to call the Center For The Performing Arts box office - 602-787-7738 to reserve your tickets.

Russian language instructor Elena Thornton, originally from Moldova in the former USSR, conceived the idea as a celebration for her students but realized that the event would appeal to the entire community. She will be welcoming the performers to the stage.

The evening's program begins with the Arizona Balalaika Orchestra, a musical group from Tucson. Five musicians and two dancers perform traditional folk music and dance. Following a brief intermission, Russian-born singer, songwriter and piano player, Marina V takes the stage to perform her beautifully and soulfully modern songs in both Russian and English.

"Russia's Music: The Continuum" is an outgrowth of PVCC's Russian language program and is sponsored by the Center for International Studies


PVCC Closed for Thanksgiving Nov. 27 to 30

PHOENIX, November 26, 2008 – The PVCC campus, including administrative offices, testing, financial aid, the library and Computer Commons, will be closed Thursday through Sunday, Nov. 27 to 30, for Thanksgiving, returning to regular hours Monday, Dec. 1.


Cross Country Team Celebration today (11/25) in KSC

PHOENIX, November 25, 2008 – Join the celebration for the PVCC Men's Cross Country Team, 2008 National Championship winners, at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 25, in the KSC student lounge. All seven runners earned Coaches Association All-American status and Coach Dave Barney was chosen 2008 National Coach of the Year. Cake and punch will be served.

PVCC Hosts Natl. Soccer Championships through Nov. 23

PHOENIX, November 21, 2008 – Paradise Valley Community College is hosting the National Junior College Athletic Association Division I Mens Soccer National Championships Nov. 20 to 23 at Rose Mofford Sports Complex, 9833 N. 25th Ave., Phoenix.

Games begin at noon on Thursday, Nov. 17 and run through Sundays 1:30 p.m. championship match. A total of 11 games are being played. Tournament passes are $30 for all 11 games or $12 per day. Seniors, students and youth teams/players in uniform receive discounted admission.

Eight district champions are qualifying in tournaments to be completed by Sunday, Nov. 9. The national soccer committee does seeding for the national tournament on Monday, Nov. 10.

For additional information, contact Greg Silcox, tournament director and PVCC athletic director, 602-787-6622.


SENIOR NIGHT at PVCC TODAY

PHOENIX, November 19, 2008 – High school students and their parents are invited to Senior Night on campus, today, Wednesday, Nov. 19 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m in the Studio Theatre, M Building. Find out about scholarships, financial aid, degree transfers and more! For information contact: Ivette Quintero at 602-787-7186

Hip Hop Symposium TODAY

PHOENIX, November 17, 2008 – "Hip Hop: Captivating and Crippling," a symposium addressing the positive and negatives of "Hip Hop" will be held today, Tuesday, Nov. 18, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the KSC student lounge. Sponsored by the African-American Student Association, panelists include PVCC faculty members Umar Shariff, adjunct professor Jean-Joseph Fortin, Minister Rita Story of the Berean Church and local "hip hop" artists Derek Martin and Brandon Kagel. The symposium explores the effects of "hip hop" not only in the black community but throughout the nation.

"The World Goes 'Round" Musical at PVCC through Nov. 23

PHOENIX, November 12, 2008 – The musical The World Goes Round, showcasing the music of John Kander and Fred Ebb will be at the Paradise Valley Community Colleges Center for the Performing Arts Theatre fthrough Nov 23. Co-produced by PVCC and the Arizona Jewish Theatre Company, the revue features songs from Cabaret, Chicago, Funny Girl, Kiss of the Spiderwoman, and more. Call the AJTC for show times and tickets at 602-264-0402 or visit their website at azjewishtheatre.org. One of only five Actors Equity professional theater companies in the valley, this is AJTCs second year in residence at PVCC.

Lost Boys of the Sudan fundraiser, Thursday, Nov. 13

PHOENIX, November 12, 2008 – The Lost Boys of the Sudan fundraiser brings Africa to Arizona from 4 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 13 in the PVCC student union. Dance to the drums. Take a picture in native dress. Have fun while helping to raise money for scholarships. PVCC has students from Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa and the West Indies. Explore other cultures and hear the story of the Lost Boys of the Sudan. Authentic African food is available - purchase a food ticket for $6. This fundraiser is sponsored by Marianne Auten's Honors Forum class with support from the African-American Student Association. For event details, contact 602-787-6551.

Campus Electricity and Air Cond. Shutdown Nov. 11

PHOENIX, November 10, 2008 – To accommodate construction needs, all electricity will be shutdown on the PVCC campus from 7 to 10 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 11 [Veterans Day]. David Matus, director of Facilities Services, warns that the entire campus will be affected. Carol Myers, director of College Technology, requests that all computers and departmental printers be powered off when each employee leaves campus at the end of their shift on Monday, Nov. 10.

Also, Premier Mechanical will be working on the chilled water pipes from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Veterans Day. This means that the college will be without air conditioning during most of the day.

Facilities questions may be directed to Director Matus at 7-7872. Technology questions should be directed to Director Myers at 7-7788.


Phi Beta Lambda Food Drive

PHOENIX, November 7, 2008 – Phi Beta Lambda wants YOUR help! As Thanksgiving approaches, the Paradise Valley Food Bank needs non-perishable food items to help feed the homeless. Please join PVCC's Phi Beta Lambda Club's food drive and bring your canned food items to the donation boxes located in the following buildings: J, E, KSC and the Fitness Center. Due to national and local economic conditions, the valley food banks need your help even more this holiday season. Donation boxes will be on campus until November 20. If you have any questions contact Bahman Maneshni at 787-6799.

Poet Martha Collins Visits Campus Today

PHOENIX, November 3, 2008 – Martha Collins, award-winning poet, and an editor of the Oberlin College Press, lectures on "Poetry and Social Action" from 2 to 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 4 in the southeast corner of the Library, E Building. She is the author of "Blue Front," a book-length poem based on a lynching witnessed by her father when he was a child. Collin's chapbook of poems, "Sheer," is her latest publication. The seminar, part of the Art & Social Consciousness lecture series, is sponsored by a learning grant from the Maricopa Center for Learning and Instruction and by the divisions of English and Fine & Performing Arts at Paradise Valley Community College. To learn more about this series call Dr. Lois Roma-Deeley, 602-787-6577.

Native American Recognition Week Events

PHOENIX, November 3, 2008 – The Native American Student Association presents dance performances on Thursday, Nov. 6, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Outside Amphitheater, by Hashan-Kehk Traditional Basket Dancers & Singers, Jingle Dancers and Fancy Dancers, all from the Gila River Indian Community and Comanche Red Drum Group from the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. Fry bread and Indian tacos will be available for purchase.

United Way Basket Raffle Coming Soon

PHOENIX, October 27, 2008 – The United Way popular basket raffle is being finalized this week. Spa baskets, Food baskets, Sports baskets and more! Stay tuned for how and where to buy your raffle tickets.
Please help those in need by donating to the United Way through payroll deduction.


Vocal Auditions for Stevie Wonder Tribute

PHOENIX, October 23, 2008 – On Nov. 14 and 15, the Division of Fine & Performing Arts will hold vocal auditions for the college's tribute to the music of Stevie Wonder. Male vocalists will audition to sing the part of Stevie Wonder and female vocalists will audition to perform as back-up singers. Two male singers and two female singers will be cast. Auditions will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14 and from 2 to 6 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 15.

Honorariums will be paid to each singer selected to perform at the tribute concert. Male vocalists should be prepared to sing lead vocals on Uptight (Everything's Alright), Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours, Isn't She Lovely, and Living for the City. Female singers should be prepared to sing lead vocals on You are the Sunshine of My Life, and backing vocals on Living for the City, So What the Fuss and Uptight (Everything's Alright).The tribute will be presented as part of the Fine and Performing Arts Student Scholarship Fundraiser. Please contact Dr. Christopher Scinto for additional information at 602-787-6686 or email him at christopher.scinto@pvmail.maricopa.edu

Indoor/Outdoor Astronomy Event, Oct. 23

PHOENIX, October 21, 2008 – Paradise Valley Community College and the Phoenix Astronomical Society invite you to their popular Indoor/Outdoor Astronomy Event from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 23 in Room G-147 on the PVCC campus. Join hands-on astronomy demonstrations, test your knowledge and experience some cool astronomy-related things you can do with your computer. If skies are clear, a collection of telescopes will be available for public viewing. For details and to RSVP, go to http://www.pasaz.org or call Terri at 602-561-5398. The astronomy observation deck is located on the south side of campus between buildings G and L, just west of the library.

Howl-A-Palooza Halloween Festival, Oct. 24

PHOENIX, October 21, 2008 – Have a howling good time at the PVCC /SLC Howl-A-Palooza Halloween Festival to benefit the United Way. From 6 to 10 p.m., Friday, Oct. 24, Halloween decorations transform the KSC Courtyard and Student Union, to create a fun time for everyone. Enjoy face painting, a haunted house and live music performances. Costumes are encouraged! Take a chance on the many carnival games and prizes. Its only $5 for 10 tickets, $10 for 25 and $15 gets you 40 tickets. Snap a funny picture with your friends at the photo booth or enjoy tempting treats from local vendors. For more information contact the Student Life Center at 602-787-7240.


Rock The Vote, Inside Arizona's Ballot Initiatives, Oct. 22

PHOENIX, October 21, 2008 – Be an informed voter. Join the Rock the Vote @PVCC Campaign from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m., Wednesday, Oct. 22 in the KSC Student Union. Learn about Arizona's Ballot Initiatives with Alberto Olivas, director of Voter Education & Outreach Program at the MCCCD Center for Civic Participation. This event is sponsored by the Student Life Office, 602-787-7240.

PVCC Student Music Ensembles Concert, Oct. 24 at the CPA

PHOENIX, October 21, 2008 – An free evening of music, ranging from the Renaissance to Herbie Hancock, showcases PVCC student musicians, 7 p.m., Friday, Oct. 24 in the CPA Theatre. Classical music pieces by the North Valley Chamber Orchestra, under the direction of Jacob Harrison, give way to jazz compositions performed by the Student Jazz Combos, A, B, and C, under the direction of Dan Delaney. The Fall Student Ensembles concert concludes with solo performances on piano, guitar and percussion by PVCC music performances majors Naomi St. Amand, Rachel Hale, David Oxford and James McKenzie.

Q Building Pathway Ribbon-Cutting Celebration Oct. 16

PHOENIX, October 16, 2008 – Come join the ribbon-cutting celebration for the Q Building Pathway, from 1 to 2 p.m., Thurs., Oct 16 at the west pathway circle next to Q Building. Learn how the pathway will connect with the rest of the campus, hear about the buy-a-brick campaign and discover the low ropes course. Light refreshments will be served.

Don't Watch Welding at Life Sciences site

PHOENIX, October 15, 2008 – The construction firm, Barton Malow, will be welding at the Life Sciences Building site through Oct. 31. Shields will be in place but, to avoid any chance of eye damage, the project engineer recommends that students, staff, faculty and visitors not stare into the area while welding is taking place.

Campus West Side Loop Road Detour

PHOENIX, October 15, 2008 – Thursday, Oct. 16, 8 a.m. to noon, there will be a detour on the West Side Loop Road, located just off the 32nd Street entrance to Paradise Valley Community College. As part of the development of the future Life Sciences Building, an asphalt project is underway on the road directly in front of the construction site. Please follow the detour signs around the closure through the southwest parking lot. The Fitness Center and other facilities on the southern part of the Loop Road will still be accessible.

Avoid Crane Operation on Thursday, Oct. 16

PHOENIX, October 15, 2008 – A large crane will be in the Central Plant area (Building C) on Thursday, Oct. 16. The crane is moving one of the chilling towers. David Matus, PVCC director of facilities services, says that the operation should not interfere with any regular activities on campus. However, he requests that students, staff, faculty and visitors not enter the Central Plant compound on Thursday.

Community Forum for MCCCD Governing Board Candidates Tonight

PHOENIX, October 8, 2008 – Paradise Valley Community College, as part of its civic engagement mission, is hosting a public community forum for Maricopa Community Colleges District 3 Governing Board candidates Pam Petty and Debra Brimhall Pearson from 7 to 8 p.m., tonight, Wed., Oct. 8 in the Kranitz Student Center (KSC-208). An informal reception with light refreshments, from 6:30 to 7 p.m., precedes the forum.

Greg Stanton, City of Phoenix Councilman, will moderate the discussion as both candidates respond to pre-written questions and written questions submitted by audience members. Members of the public may submit questions in advance for possible inclusion by the moderator to: institutional.advancement@pvmail.maricopa.edu.

Free Job Hunting Seminar Tonight

PHOENIX, October 1, 2008 – When the economy gets tough, the tough fine tune their skills during Career Week, hosted by Career Services Oct. 6 through 8 at Paradise Valley Community College.

Make certain you compete well in the job market by taking advantage of the following free workshops being conducted by PVCC faculty from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Kranitz Student Center (KSC), Room 212:

Monday, Oct. 6 Find Your Career Passion
Professor Marianne Roccaforte
Tuesday, Oct. 7 Honing Your Resume Writing Skills Professor Roccaforte
Wed., Oct. 8 Improving Interviewing Skills
Norma Chandler, Career Services

For details, contact PVCC Career Services at 602-787-7073.



Crimes of the Heart onstage through Oct. 19

PHOENIX, September 30, 2008 – The Pulitzer Prize winning comedy "Crimes of the Heart" will be onstage at Paradise Valley Community College's Center for the Performing Arts at 7:30 p.m., Oct. 10 to 11; 2 p.m. Oct. 12; 7:30 p.m. Oct 17 and 18; and 2 p.m. Oct. 19.

This dark but amusing tale about the Magrath sisters of Mississippi is directed by PVCC faculty member Gary Zaro. It is a hilarious look at a small-town, dysfunctional family and the struggles of sisters Babe, Meg and Lenny to leave their pasts behind.

Performances are at the arts center located on campus at the intersection of 34th Street and Union Hills with easy access from the SR 51/101 interchange. Ticket prices are $12 general admission/$8 students and seniors. For more information call the box office at 602-787-7738.

Empty Bowls Benefit at PVCC Oct. 14 and 15

PHOENIX, September 29, 2008 – PVCC's Partners in Art Club is hosting its semi annual Empty Bowls fundraiser from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday, Oct. 14 and 15, just outside the Kranitz Student Center on campus at 32nd Street and Union Hills. Buy a handmade ceramic bowl for $5 funds go to the Foothills Family Food Bank. For info: Professor David Bradley 602-787-6615.


Alarm System Testing 5 to 7 a.m. Sept. 29

PHOENIX, September 26, 2008 – Testing of the Alarm Systems in the Kranitz Student Center and in buildings E, C and N will take place from 5 to 7 a.m., Monday, Sept. 29 in conjunction with an inspection by the City of Phoenix Fire Department. David Matus, PVCC director of facilities services, says that the early morning times were arranged to minimize inconvenience to students, faculty and staff. Questions may be directed to facilities services at 7-7870.

my.maricopa.edu unavailable 6 p.m. Sat. to 6 p.m. Sunday

PHOENIX, September 24, 2008 – The Student Center (SIS/my.maricopa.edu) will be unavailable from 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 27 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 28 for system upgrades. This includes SAT, MAW and SPAT for student support, and AT and PAT for employee support. LDAP authentication for Blackboard will continue to function as normal.



Students: Participate in Online Marketing Survey and Win an iPod or iTunes Gift Certificate

PHOENIX, September 22, 2008 – Would you like to win a free iPod Nano or $150 iTunes gift card? Maricopa Community College District invites you to participate in a survey about how you use the media and spend your time. Your participation in the survey will help Paradise Valley Community College with our future marketing plans.

The college has hired Interact Communications to conduct the survey. All responses are confidential. Your name will not be connected with your answers and the college will not know if you participated in the survey. (If you decide to enter the drawing for a free iPod or $150 iTunes gift card you will be directed to a different web site to leave your personal information. The personal information that you provide for the drawing WILL NOT be linked to the survey data that you provide.)

To participate in the survey, go to: www.interactresearch.org/mp56/
Enter Username: maricopa and Password: arizona

Thank you for participating!

Note: This survey will take 25-30 minutes to complete.


Shipping & Receiving Relocates

PHOENIX, September 18, 2008 – Paradise Valley Community Colleges Shipping and Receiving Department is temporarily relocated to the north parking lot adjacent to the Center for Performing Arts. The move is to accommodate renovations to PVCCs Central Plant (HVAC & Electrical Equipment) compound, which will experience intensified traffic congestion during this construction period. Several relocation options and solutions were considered. The adopted plan was developed to minimize the impact to parking capacity and financial resources.

David Matus, director of Facilities Services, says that any future planned shutdowns during renovations to the Central Plant will be scheduled during off hours, weekends and class breaks so as not to disrupt the teaching and learning environment or negatively impact students and employees.

Through the coordinated efforts of Facilities Services and property control technician David Vise, maps and signage identifying possible detours and the temporary Shipping and Receiving location are currently in development. Beginning Sept. 17, hours for the temporary Shipping & Receiving area are 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., for the duration of the project.

Under the Maricopa Community College 2004 Bond initiative, the Renovation Project was designed in phases with minimal shutdowns required to the existing plant. Presently, the existing chiller plant provides 1,350 tons of total cooling capacity. After the renovation, the new plant will provide an improved cooling capacity of 2,200 tons. New cooling towers will be constructed of stainless steel, which is anticipated to double the service life when compared to the typical galvanized cooling towers. The new chillers are state-of-the-art in efficiency with variable speed drives, providing the ability to control cooling capacity and load with maximum energy efficiency. In addition, all pumps and cooling tower fans will be controlled through variable frequency drives, maximizing their respective operating points with campus demand.

Once the current chillers are removed, they will be relocated to other campuses within the Maricopa Community College District, where they will serve as backup units in the event of other equipment failure. The Renovation Project also includes the installation of a plate and frame heat exchanger to provide cooling in the winter months without operating the chillers; this is known as a water-side economizer, intended to provide free cooling for approximately 2.5 months each year.

Director Matus adds that as the college looks toward future renovations, infrastructure for the Central Plant is designed to permit equipment upgrades that may increase cooling capacity to 3,000 tons without major impact. Pipe extensions for PVCC buildings will also be constructed in preparation for future bond programs.

The new chiller plant is anticipated to provide an increase in efficiency of approximately 40 percent over the current chiller plant. As such, Arizona Public Service (APS) provides rebates for upgrading mechanical systems to new systems that incorporate the most efficient equipment available. PVCC will apply for a rebate of approximately $100,000 through this program.

Statistics provided courtesy of Monte Sturdevant, Sr. Vice President, Energy Systems Design, Inc.



Kolakowsky and Bendotti Receive NISOD Excellence Awards

PHOENIX, September 16, 2008 – Nancy Kolakowsky, PVCC mathematics professor, and Robert A. Bendotti, recently retired Vice President of Academic Affairs at the college, have been honored with 2008 NISOD Excellence Awards by the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development. Bendotti now works in the Office of Academic and Student Affairs at the District Office on an active-retiree assignment.

Since 1978, NISOD has been dedicated to the professional development of faculty, administrators and staff. More than 700 community colleges worldwide are NISOD members. The Excellence Awards, first given in 1989, were bestowed this year on 400 faculty and staff from 120 community colleges in 15 states.


Still Time to Sign Up for Fall Late Start Classes

PHOENIX, September 4, 2008 – Regular registration may have come and gone, but there is plenty of time left to enroll in hundreds of Late Start at Paradise Valley Community College.

Classes cover a broad range of subjects, and some accept registration as late as November. They include Accounting, Anthropology, Art, Computer Fundamentals, Dance, Fire Science, Political Science, Psychology, Real Estate Principles, Theatre Performance, Wellness, and many more.

Also available for Late Start entrants are PVCCs individualized study programs in GIL (Guided Independent Learning), in which students work with experienced faculty in self-designed mentor situations; and OEO (Open Entry Online) computer classes.

For a detailed look at these and other late-entry classes and/or programs, see PVCCs Fall 2008 class schedule, available on campus or online. To register by phone, call (602) 787-7000.

Tuition is affordable at $71 per credit hour for in-state tuition, plus a registration fee of $15 per semester.




Appointments/Calls Restricted 11 a.m to 4 p.m. at Financial Aid Office

PHOENIX, September 4, 2008 – The Financial Aid Office at Paradise Valley Community College will not be available for appointments or phones calls between 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Dr. Shirley Green, Interim Vice President of Student Affairs, says that Paradise Valley Community College's Financial Aid Office, along with others in the District, is experiencing an unusually heavy volume of financial package processing for students. To expedite and to ensure both accuracy and completion of all student files, the office staff will focus entirely on that task and will not be available for walk-ins or phone contact from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Students may submit information to the office via its door mail drop in the Kranitz Student Center on campus during that time.

The Financial Aid Office will be available for appointments and phone contact Monday through Friday from 8 to 11 a.m. and Monday through Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m.

Be A Hero - Give Blood TODAY Sept. 4

PHOENIX, September 3, 2008 – The United Blood Services Bloodmobile will be on campus 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 4. Sign up NOW for the Blood Drive by:
1. Going to the Blood Drive Table in KSC;
2. Calling Ryan Martin at 602-787-7242 to setup an appointment or to get more information;
3. Stopping by the Student Life Center, KSC 135.

This blood drive is open to everyone. We need a minimum of 35 people. Be a hero -- sign up today!

Here are some quick donation reminders:
* Don't forget your ID. You cannot donate without it.
* Hydrate!!! Drinking plenty of water the day of and the day after will make your donation experience much better.
* Eat a hearty, low-fat meal before donating.


Important Notice for Financial Aid Students

PHOENIX, September 2, 2008 – Important Notice for Students Receiving Financial Aid with Book Voucher Eligibility:

The book voucher process is extended until Wednesday, September, 3, 2008, 7:00 pm.

Questions: please visit the Office of Student Financial Assistance in the Kranitz Student Center.




PVCC Child Center Earns Top Quality Recognition

PHOENIX, August 30, 2008 – Paradise Valley Community Colleges Child Development Center has become one of the first early childhood programs in the country to earn accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) under its new set of standards. The Childrens Center at PVCC offers a developmentally appropriate care and education program for 3- to 5-year-old children of students enrolled in classes on the Paradise Valley campus.

Were proud to have earned this mark of quality from NAEYC and to be recognized for our commitment to reaching the highest professional standards, said Rosemary Hooper, supervisor of the Center. NAEYC Accreditation assures families that their children in our program are getting the best care and early learning experiences possible.

To earn NAEYC Accreditation, the Center went through an extensive process measuring the program against 10 new NAEYC Early Childhood Program Standards and more than 400 related Accreditation Criteria. PVCC's Children's Center also received accreditation under NAEYC's previous standards. Find out more about the Child Development Center at www.pvc.maricopa.edu/childcare/ or by calling 602-787-7150.


Jazz Quintet Celebrates Herbie Hancock Sept. 13

PHOENIX, August 25, 2008 – The Faculty Jazz Quintet of Paradise Valley Community College, as part of their series celebrating the greats of jazz, presents the music of Herbie Hancock, 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 13 in the Center for the Performing Arts. Admission is $12 for adults, $8 for students and seniors.

A composer and pianist with a career that spans 50 years, Hancock most recently won a 2008 Album of the Year Grammy Award for River: The Joni Letters, a dramatic tribute to the lyrics and music of Joni Mitchell. Building on his wide-ranging styles over the years, Hancock is an artist who moves freely among many genres of music, successful both critically and commercially.

Brett Reed, vibraphonist for the Faculty Jazz Quintet, says, This season the group looks at current artists and trends . . . and, in January, a concert of jazz versions of pop tunes. We want this series to also reflect that jazz is a living art." The group also includes Scott Zimmer (saxophones), Dan Delaney (piano), Ted Sistrunk (bass) and John Lewis (drums).

The Center for the Performing Arts is conveniently located at 34th Street and Union Hills at the east end of the campus of Paradise Valley Community College in North Phoenix. For additional information call the CPA box office at 602-787-7738.





Rock Band Auditions Sept. 19

PHOENIX, August 20, 2008 – The PVCC Student Rock Band is holding auditions for the 2008 to 2009 season from 1 to 4 p.m., Friday, Sept. 19 in the Center for the Performing Arts, CPA 115. Audition songs are: Are You Gonna Go My Way by Lenny Kravitz; Separate Ways (Worlds Apart) by Journey and Oh! Darling by The Beatles. Call 602-787-6595 to schedule an audition. All band members are required to register for MUP 181-14358 for the Fall 2008 semester. Please contact Dr. Chris Scinto for additional information at 602-787-6686.



No Friday Fire Alarm Testing

PHOENIX, August 14, 2008 – David Matus, director of Facilities Services, reports that due to scheduling adjustments by the Fire Marshall, there will not be testing of the system this Friday as previously reported.

Fall Registration Aug. 6 at PVCC at Black Mountain

PHOENIX, July 30, 2008 – Paradise Valley Community College at Black Mountain, located at Cactus Shadows High School, is registering students for the Fall 2008 semester from 3 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 6, in room 304 at the high school campus located at 5802 E. Dove Valley Road, Scottsdale.

Credit and non-credit courses are available. Classes, which begin Aug. 23, include Spanish, ballroom dancing, art/ceramics composition, computers, guitar and beginning bird watching.

Students can also register for PVCC classes by phone at 602-787-7000, online at www.pvc.maricopa.edu/pvccnorth or in person on the colleges main campus located at 18401 N. 32nd Street (SR 51 and Union Hills).

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Fall Open House In Student Center Today

PHOENIX, July 30, 2008 – Paradise Valley Community College is hosting its Fall Session Open House daily from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., July 31, in the Kranitz Student Center on campus just west of SR 51 at Union Hills and 32nd Street. The public is invited to stop by and ask questions of the PVCC Ambassadors, take a walking tour of campus, pick up class schedules, meet with financial advisors and enjoy refreshments. Find out more at 602-787-7411 or www.paradisevalley.edu.


Former Puma Athlete Vaults to Olympics

PHOENIX, July 17, 2008 – April Steiner Bennett, Paradise Valley Community College student in 2000, earned her first Olympic berth by placing second in the women's pole vault at the U.S. Olympic Track and Field Team Trials in Eugene, Ore. She cleared 15 feet, 1 inch.

"I never gave up, even though I've encountered lots of obstacles," said Steiner Bennett, who finished fifth in the 2000 U.S. Olympic trials.

Steiner placed third at 4.50 meters to qualify at the Olympics and leaped to eighth place at the finals behind silver medalist and teammate Jennifer Stuczynski who topped off at 4.80. Russian Elena Isbinbaeva took the gold with a record-breaking 5.05.



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Attending the Atlanta PBL conference are (l to r) Taniel Agnerian, Ken McElwee, Professor Bahman Maneshni, Aaron Gliner, and Matthew Charnell.
PVCC Phi Beta Lambdas Recognized Nationally

PHOENIX, July 1, 2008 – For the fourth consecutive year, PVCCs Phi Beta Lambda Club was recognized at the PBL National Leadership Conference in Atlanta. Representing the college at the June event was Taniel Agnerian, Aaron Gliner, Matthew Charnell and Ken McElwee. Professor Bahman Maneshni attended as the groups advisor.

Gliner ranked ninth among 10 finalists in Economic Analysis and Decision Making, considered the toughest among the Economics tests given at the conference. McElwee ranked fourth among 10 finalists in Job Interview Skill Performance.

More than 1,700 members and advisers from colleges and universities throughout the nation attended. In addition to PVCC, Arizona was represented by Arizona State University, University of Arizona, Central Arizona College, DeVry University, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and Yavapai College-Verde.

I am honored to be an adviser to all of our hard working PVCC PBL members who strive to excel in Business/IT competitions at the state and national levels, says Professor Maneshni. On behalf of the club, I would like to thank Dr. Mary Kay Kickels, Dr. Paul Dale, Bob Bendotti, Patti Marsh and the entire faculty and staff of PVCC's Business/IT Department and Norma Chandler for their continued support and help.

View the national PBL awards ceremony at www.nlc2008.com/nlc2008/


Campus Closed July 3 and 4 for Independence Day

PHOENIX, June 30, 2008 – Paradise Valley Community College is closed July 3 and 4 in observance of Independence Day.

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The Secret Garden
The Secret Garden Enchants through June 29

PHOENIX, June 26, 2008 – The enchanting childrens classic, The Secret Garden, will be charming audiences of all ages at Paradise Valley Community Colleges Center for Performing Arts at 2 and 7:30 p.m., June 26; 7:30 p.m., June 27; 2 and 7:30 p.m., June 28; and 2 p.m., June 29.

Directed by Gary Zaro with musical direction by Dan Kurek, both PVCC faculty, this Tony Award winner is the tale of an 11-year-old girl who, after being orphaned in India, returns to Yorkshire to live with an embittered, reclusive uncle and his invalid son at an estate with a magic, locked garden. Flashbacks, dream sequences, a strolling chorus of ghosts and some of the most beautiful music ever written for Broadway is featured in this compelling tale of regeneration.

Performances will be at the PVCC Center for Performing Arts, located on campus at the intersection of 34th Street and Union Hills with easy access from the SR 51/101 interchange. Ticket prices are $12 general admission/$8 students and seniors. Call the box office at 602-787-7738.


FALL TUITION DUE TODAY, JUNE 25

PHOENIX, June 25, 2008 – Dont Get Dropped! If you have registered but not paid your Fall Tuition, you must pay by today, Wednesday, June 25 by 7 p.m. or your registration will be dropped.
Youve got the classes you want, at the times you want. DONT LOSE THEM!

Check out how much you owe and when its due at:
www.maricopa.edu/portal/new/student-center/index.php

You will NOT receive an invoice. At the end of the day, Wednesday, June 25,
7 p.m., if you havent paid, youll be purged from the system.

PAY YOUR TUITION:
Online using a credit card or sign up for an interest-free payment plan at www.pvc.maricopa.edu/eCashier.html
On campus at the Cashiers Office
By phone with a credit card at 602-787-7350

Having trouble paying?
Paradise Valley Community Colleges
Financial Aid Office has a wealth of information about grants, scholarships, work-study programs and loans.
Stop by their office in room KSC-101, call 602-787-7100
or go to www.pvc.maricopa.edu/finaid/

CALL 602-787-7412
VISIT campus at 18401 N. 32nd St. , Phoenix 85032
CLICK www.my.maricopa.edu or www.paradisevalley.edu


Pay for print launched

PHOENIX, June 24, 2008 – There is now a fee to print documents from the Library and Computer Commons computers. The cost is 10 cents per side of each black/white page and $1 per side of each color page.

Your College ID card number is your printing account number and acts as a debit card. Stop by the Computer Commons for details and a demonstration. For FAQs, go to www.pvc.maricopa.edu/printing/faqs.html

Also effective immediately, PVCC'S Computer Commons $15 per semester lab fee is eliminated, bringing it in line with the Librarys no charge status for computer use. And, the Library joins the Computer Commons in having Microsoft Office software available.


Summer 2008 Registration Continues -- Summer Session I Underway

PHOENIX, June 2, 2008 – Registration for Paradise Valley Community College Summer 2008 is on-going for all Summer sessions. You have until the end of the day Tuesday, June 3, to register for the first Summer Session. The class schedule is available for pick-up on campus. Or browse the online interactive schedule of classes at www.paradisevalley.edu/sc.html .

Summer Session I is underway and Summer Session II begins Monday, July 7. Hundreds of classes are available; courses are offered in 5- and 8-week formats.

Registration is available by phone, fax or mail, or in person. Classes fill quickly, so register now! To register by phone, call (602) 787-7000. To register online, visit www.my.maricopa.edu .

Tuition is affordable at $71 per credit hour (for in-state tuition) plus a registration fee of $15 per semester.

Think SUMMER and get ahead on your educational goals!


Summer Session 2 Tuition Due THIS FRIDAY June 6

PHOENIX, May 29, 2008 – Dont Get Dropped! Summer Session 2 Tuition is due Friday, June 6.

Youve registered for the classes you want,
at the times you want. DONT LOSE THEM!

Check out how much you owe and when its due at:
www.maricopa.edu/portal/new/student-center/index.php

You will NOT receive an invoice. At the end of the day, Friday, June 6, if you havent paid, youll be purged from the system.

PAY YOUR TUITION:
Online using a credit card or sign up for an interest-free payment plan at www.pvc.maricopa.edu/eCashier.html
On campus at the Cashiers Office
By phone with a credit card at 602-787-7350

Having trouble paying?
Paradise Valley Community Colleges
Financial Aid Office has a wealth of information about grants, scholarships, work-study programs and loans.
Stop by their office in room KSC-101, call 602-787-7100
or go to www.pvc.maricopa.edu/finaid/

Fall Semester Tuition is due June 13

CALL 602-787-7412
VISIT campus at 18401 N. 32nd St. , Phoenix 85032
CLICK www.my.maricopa.edu or www.paradisevalley.edu


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Commencement 2008 Speakers (l to r): Violetta Papadakis, student; Bob Bendotti, Vice President of Learning; Paul Dale, Vice President of Learning Support Service; Dr. Mary Kay Kickels, President PVCC; Hon. Dennis DeConcini, former United States Senator from Arizona; Jeffery Lace, Faculty Senate President; Dr. Steven Helfgot, Vice Chancellor of Maricopa Community Colleges; Ana Terminel-Iberri, Student Leadership Council Chair; and Gardenia Lamadrid Coleman.
PVCC Graduates Record Number of Students

PHOENIX, May 21, 2008 – The Honorable Dennis DeConcini, former United States Senator from Arizona, was the keynote speaker at Paradise Valley Community Colleges 18th Annual Commencement Ceremony, Friday, May 9. A cool, gentle breeze carried the excitement in the air as more than 100 of the 865 graduating students took to the stage to celebrate their successful completion of their degrees and certificates. This is a record number of graduates. There were 849 last year and 716 in 2006.

Dr. Mary Kay Kickels, President of Paradise Valley Community College, officiated at the presentation of degrees. Dr. Steven Helfgot, president and chief executive officer of the Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation extended greetings from the District Office. An address followed by Faculty Senate President Jeffery Lace.

Gardenia Lamadrid Coleman and Violetta Papadakis delivered the student commencement speeches. Vice President of Learning Bob Bendotti provided the closing comments.

A reception with refreshments and entertainment was held in front of the Center for Performing Arts building immediately after the commencement ceremony.


Students Speak Out Via Library Survey

PHOENIX, May 8, 2008 – The PVCC Library User Survey, Fall 2007 was completed by 443 students who indicated that they not only use the facility for studying and homework, but they felt welcome to socialize, relax and access the Internet. Many indicated that the new leisure lounge and coffee cart have helped make the learning space atmosphere even more inviting. More than 80 percent characterized it as a place where they felt safe and comfortable.

Make no mistake, academic work was the top activity reported for visiting the library. Two-thirds of the students responding said that they use the library at least once a week and a third access it from off campus. More than half were pleased with the library database, book collection, print periodicals collection and career/college resources. Staff received a big thumbs up with nearly 80 percent of the students satisfied with the library customer service workers knowledge, approachability, competency and willingness to provide individual attention.

As a result of the survey, the library is in the process of or has taken a number of actions including loading Microsoft Office Suite on the computers, purchasing partitions to increase sound proofing, adding more bean bag chairs and acquiring new/used popular movie DVDs.

The complete survey will be posted on the Librarys homepage www.pvc.maricopa.edu/library/.


Summer Session 1 Tuition Due TODAY

PHOENIX, May 5, 2008 – Dont Get Dropped!
Summer Session 1 Tuition is DUE this Tuesday, MAY 6
Youve registered for the classes you want,
DONT LOSE THEM!

Check out how much you owe and when its due at: www.maricopa.edu/portal/new/student-center/index.php

You will NOT receive an invoice.
At the end of the day, Tuesday, May 6,
if you havent paid, youll be purged from the system.

PAY YOUR TUITION:
On campus at the Cashiers Office
By phone with a credit card at 602-787-7350
Online using a credit card or sign up for an interest-free payment plan at www.pvc.maricopa.edu/eCashier.html

Having trouble paying?
Paradise Valley Community Colleges
Financial Aid Office has a wealth of information about grants, scholarships, work-study programs and loans.
Stop by their office in room KSC-101, call 602-787-7100
or go to www.pvc.maricopa.edu/finaid/


Summer Session 2 Tuition is due June 6
Fall Semester Tuition is due June 13





North Valley Battle of the Bands, 7:30 p.m., May 2

PHOENIX, April 30, 2008 – The North Valley Battle of the Bands takes place at 7:30 p.m., Friday, May 2, on the Mainstage of the Center for the Performing Arts. (CPA) An eclectic mix of local bands will perform, including past winner and this year's headliner Sweet Sin, as well as Click 60, Town Fire and PV's student band, the PV House Band.

Prizes include free studio time, a slot on the final presentation concert and having their music included and available for purchase on a compilation CD.

Battle of the Bands not only benefits the winning bands but serves as a project for PVCC's commercial music courses for students in studio recording, live sound and music business.

General Admission $5. Open to the public.

Free Intl. Business Camp for High School Students Reg Deadline May 2

PHOENIX, April 28, 2008 – Paradise Valley Community College, the Western Maricopa Tech Prep Consortium and local businesses are sponsoring the 2008 International Business Summer Camp at PVCC, 8 a.m. to noon, Monday through Thursday, June 9 to 26, 2008.
High school juniors, seniors and 2008 graduates can earn college credits. And the price? Its free. Registration forms are available at www2.pvc.maricopa.edu/bus/intlbuscamp.htm and are due no later than May 2. Students selected for the program must attend an orientation meeting from 6 to 8 p.m. on June 4 with parents or guardians and take a reading assessment before completing registration for the course of study. Students will be notified of their selection in writing by May 9.
Paradise Valley Community College faculty will teach students about doing business locally and internationally including learning about cultures, researching on the Internet, becoming part of a community college environment and discovering career opportunities in international business.
For further information, contact Professor Patti Marsh at 602-787-6723, patti.marsh@pvmail.maricopa.edu or Marsha Foster at 602-787-6726 marsha.foster@pvmail.maricopa.edu.




Chiller Lines Detour Campus Traffic

PHOENIX, April 18, 2008 – To construct the chiller line to the Q building, the colleges center sidewalk from the blue pillars to the end of E building is fenced off until May 26. Phase II excavation, from May 21 to July 23, will run from G building along the tennis courts and softball field to Q building. Construction activity takes place from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Find a detailed map of the pedestrian and vehicular detours at:

Chiller Map


PVCC Students Win Web Category at Tech Games

PHOENIX, April 17, 2008 – PVCC students John Murphy and Richard Ricketts, coached by CIS faculty Jon Storslee, took top honors the "Microsoft Build A Business Web Site" category at the third annual Avnet Tech Games held in Tempe this month. They competed within the nine-events program against 150 students in 56 teams from Arizona State University, University of Advancing Technology and Maricopa Community Colleges. Sponsors of the Avnet Tech Games include Microsoft, Accenture, Belking, AMD and Avnet. Each winner receives a $1,000 scholarship.

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Rebecca Martos Named Top Scholar by USA Today

PHOENIX, April 7, 2008 – USA Today newspaper announces that Paradise Valley Community Colleges Rebecca Martos, 23, is one of the top scholars in the nation. Selected from 1,600 nominations, she was named to the Third Team for community and junior colleges. The article posted the names of the newspapers three All-USA Academic Teams and honorable mentions.

This national honor comes with a college scholarship. To be named to one of the three teams, a student must first be nominated by her college president for competition on the community college level. The competition then moves on to the state level, where Martos was named to the All-Arizona Academic Team, receiving a cash scholarship and a two-year tuition waiver to any Arizona university.

This spring, Martos is graduating from PVCC with two associate degrees -- audio production and music business. She plans to attend Arizona State University to earn an interdisciplinary arts degree with a focus on media technologies and performance.

Her accomplishments shine particularly bright in light of her past. A high school drop out at 16 and mother at 19, Martos says that domestic violence was a part of her challenges. Song writing was her escape and she came to PVCC to learn how to record her songs. It changed her life.

In addition to academic excellence, Martos is vice president of Phi Theta Kappa, a club representative to Student Leadership Council, a member of the Student Honors Advisory Board and a facilitator for S.L.I.C.E., an initiative of Service Learning.

This is the third year in a row that a PVCC student has been honored on the national level. In 2006, PVCCs Josh Brox was named to the Second Team and last year Katie Gault was named to the First Team.

USA Today, the American Association of Community Colleges and Phi Theta Kappa, an honors organization of which Martos is a member, sponsor the All-USA Academic Team.

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Dual Enrollment Testing -Cactus Shadows HS Students May 15

PHOENIX, April 3, 2008 – Cactus Shadow High School Students
Sign Up for College Classes Testing

Cactus Shadow High School Students can take college courses at their high school. Paradise Valley Community College is testing CSHS students interested in the colleges dual enrollment program from 2:45 to 6 p.m., May 15; and from 3 to 7:30 p.m., Aug. 6 at the high school. College assessment tests will be given and students will receive applications for high school approval.

CSHS students can take up to 7 college credits per semester, depending on their high school class load and year of graduation. Courses available are English 101; Geology 101 and 103; and Political Science 220. Classes are taken during regular school hours on the CSHS Campus. For more information visit: www.paradisevalley.edu/pvccnorth or call 602-787-7223.




Phi Beta Lambda State Leadership Conference, April 4 and 5.

PHOENIX, April 2, 2008 – PVCC hosts the Phi Beta Lambda State Leadership Conference on April 4 and 5. More than 60 representatives are scheduled to attend from Arizona colleges across the state. Winners of competitions held during the conference will qualify to attend the National Leadership Conference held this June in Atlanta. Future Business Leaders of America, Phi Beta Lambda, is an organization for students preparing for business-related careers.

Participate in Survey on Student Use of Technology

PHOENIX, March 31, 2008 – Students are invited to participate in our survey and help Paradise Valley Community College understand how to provide you with better information technology services. You will also be eligible to win either $50 or $100 gift certificates to Amazon.com!

This survey is being conducted by a group of colleges and universities that are all concerned with improving student use of IT. The results of this survey are very important to us as we work to improve the student educational experience at PVCC. Your participation in the study is voluntary, and your responses will be completely confidential.

We encourage you to participate. Completing the Web-based survey should take only 15 minutes or so. The survey ends on April 7.

Please go to the following URL to complete the survey:
http://survey.educause.edu/ecar/student/

If you have any questions or problems, please contact:

Judy Caruso at judy.caruso@doit.wisc.edu
Dr. Gail Salaway at gsalaway@educause.edu
or Dr. Veronica Diaz at veronica.diaz@domail.maricopa.edu.

Thank you very much for your participation!

Dr. Jennifer Strickland
PVCC Technology Services

Continuing Education Summer Schedule Available

PHOENIX, March 27, 2008 – The Continuing Education Summer 2008 Class Schedule is available on the Paradise Valley Community College campus and online at www.paradisevalley.edu/ce . The summer schedule is filled with classes where you can:
* Let your child explore new adventures in Kids College;
* Discover a new interest such as painting or jewelry making;
* Learn more about a favorite subject like Tai Chi, business or photography;
* Deepen your appreciation of the arts.
For more information, contact the Division of Continuing Education at 602-787-6800.
You can register at my.maricopa.edu or mail in a form, or call 602-787-7000 or walk into the Admission and Records Office in the Kranitz Student Center.


Transfer Week 2008 Underway

PHOENIX, March 25, 2008 – All this week, Maricopa Community Colleges spotlight transfer opportunities for students during the fifth annual Transfer Awareness Week, with information sessions for faculty, staff and university partners at Rio Salado College.

Maricopa Community College students can visit with more than 45 of Maricopa's transfer partners Tuesday through Thursday, March 25 to 27, at a trio of Maricopa Community College locations.

Transfer Awareness Week 2008 is designed to provide information about transfer and create opportunities for students, faculty and advisors to meet with Maricopa's transfer partners. All sessions are free for Maricopa students, faculty and staff.

Maricopa Community College students have the opportunity to learn about programs and services provided by Maricopa's transfer partners on Tuesday, March 25 at Estrella Mountain Community College; Wednesday, March 26 at Mesa Community College; and Thursday, March 27 at Glendale Community College.
Find out more at www.maricopa.edu/transferweek/2008/index.php.



PVCC Names Soccer Co-Coaches

PHOENIX, March 10, 2008 – PVCC Names Rico and Kozul
As Mens Soccer Co-Coaches

Paradise Valley Community College names Edson Rico and Mate Kozul as the new co-head coaches of the Mens Soccer program. The pair replaces Timothy Marchisotto who successfully coached the Pumas to the playoffs in 2007.

PVCC Mens Soccer enters its 10th season of intercollegiate competition in the fall of 2008. The Pumas compete in the Arizona Community College Athletic Conference and the National Junior College Athletic Association.

Rico and Kozul started their playing careers together at Yavapai College. The two were on the Roughrider inaugural team in 1989 and again in 1990 when the team won their first NJCAA National Championship title. Edson, who was named to the NJCAA Hall of Fame in 2006, was their star forward and all-time leading scorer; Mate played defense.

Both Edson and Mate played professional soccer in Europe. They returned to the United States in the late 90s with Mate as head coach, assistant general manager and defensive player for the USISL Arizona Saguaros, earning USISL Pro League Coach of the Year honors in 1998. Edson assisted Mate with coaching duties and was the lead forward player. In 2000, Kozul and Rico moved their coaching and playing talents to the Tucson Fireballs. Kozul also coached several club teams.

In 2007, Edson and Mate formed the Sonoran Foothills Soccer League, which focuses on the development of soccer and team skills for children between the ages of 3 to 11.

Coaches Edson and Mate say that they are confident they can develop the PVCC Pumas in to one of the top contenders in the county and conference.

Edson and Mate are really enthusiastic about joining our program, said Athletics Director Greg Silcox. Their ability to relay their professional and personal experience will be a big asset to our students.

The Pumas are recruiting for the 2008 season. For details, go to www.paradisevalley.edu/athletics/ or call 602-787-7173.



PVCC Names Victor Solis Head Baseball Coach

PHOENIX, March 10, 2008 – Paradise Valley Community College names Victor Solis of Phoenix the head baseball coach for the most recent intercollegiate addition to the Puma athletics program. Baseball, PVCCs 12th sport, begins competitive play in the spring 2009, competing in the Arizona Community College Conference and the National Junior College Athletic Association.

Solis is an Arizona native and graduate of Brophy College Preparatory. He played baseball at Glendale Community College and Grand Canyon University where he and the Antelopes competed in the NAIA National Championships. He served as assistant baseball coach at Oklahoma University where he completed his Master of Business Administration.

He has coached baseball for more than 15 years including at Brophy, GCC, University of Arizona and West Point. In 2006, Solis built the inaugural GateWay Community College team and, in his second season, was able to bring the new team to a 21-34 overall record.

Victor is ideal for this position given his knowledge of Arizona and the conference as well as his ties to local high school programs, says PVCC Athletics Director Greg Silcox. He has really hit the ground running and builds the level of excitement surrounding our program.

Field construction of the new Puma baseball facility is underway and should be completed in time for fall practice this September. Potential players are invited to contact PVCC athletics at www.paradisevalley.edu/athletics/ or 602-787-7173.


Avnet Tech Games - Opportunity for Students to Participate

PHOENIX, February 28, 2008 – Avnet Tech Games
The Avnet Tech Games will be held at the University of Advancing Technology on Saturday, April 5, 2008. Teams of students will compete to win prizes and scholarships in nine different events: AMD Build the Fastest Computer, Accenture Tech Challenge, Belkin Patch Panel Madness, Defense in Depth, Design and Build a Digital Device, Invent a Technical Product, Multimedia Fast Break, Robot Maze Navigation and Microsoft Build a Business Web Site. Spots are still open for several of the games.

Want to learn more?
Visit: www.avnettechgames.com

Interested in participating?
Contact PVCC CIS Faculty Member Dr. Jon Storslee
jon.storslee@pvmail.maricopa.edu
602-787-6734

Registration deadline is March 7, 2008.

Set Up Your New Student Account at my.maricopa.edu

PHOENIX, February 19, 2008 – www.my.maricopa.edu

Your online toolbox for student services.
Sign up for your personal log-in to Interactive Student Services and Records.

On Feb. 19, 2008, the Maricopa community college district launched a new student information system,
www.my.maricopa.edu

All students need to sign up and create their own individual student accounts. Through its self-service features, this powerful system will give you control over a number of functions. With www.my.maricopa.edu, you'll be able to:
1. Search for classes
2. Register for classes at PVCC or any Maricopa Community College
3. View your personalized schedule of classes
4. Drop or Withdraw from a class
5. Make a payment and view charges to your fiscal account
6. View your grades
7. Request Official Transcripts
8. Update your contact information

Go to www.my.maricopa.edu to download a Quick Reference Guide or to view a video overview about the system.



Early College Program for High School Students

PHOENIX, February 17, 2008 – PVCC is preparing to welcome up to 50 students from Paradise Valley High School and North Canyon High School into the college's inaugural Early College Program. The new high school outreach program begins with the first classes this fall 2008.

In an agreement between Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) and Paradise Valley Unified School District (PVUSD) reached this month, Early College students will begin in their junior year of high school, and continue into their senior year, earning as many as 35 college credits by the time they graduate from high school. These credits will transfer as the lower division general education course requirements established by Arizonas three state universities. When they complete the program of study and receive a grade of C or higher, Early College students will automatically be accepted into their choice of Arizona public universities.

Dr. Shirley Green, Dean of Students at PVCC; Bob Bendotti, Vice President of Learning at PVCC; PVUSD Superintendent Dr. John Kreikard; and Assistant Superintendent Dr. John Weimer led the development of the project. Green said, This is an exciting new opportunity for our area high school students. It gives them one more choice in their academic career path. Early College empowers them to move ahead andthrough their hard workbe successful.

PVUSDs Weimer said, College-ready students will be recommended by their high school counselors, and must pass proficiency tests in college-level reading, English and Math. This is one of many flexible offerings available to PVUSD high school students. Motivated students will be rewarded by getting a jump-start on their college education and by being challenged with college-level academic work.

All classes will be on the Paradise Valley Community College campus at 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive, and will be taught by the regular college faculty. The program differs from dual-enrollment, in that students are not receiving high school and college credit for the same classes. They separately take distinct classes at the high school and at the college.


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Desert Dance Theatre: Sister Moses: The Story of Harriet Tubman

PHOENIX, February 11, 2008 – On Saturday, Feb. 16, in celebration of Black History Month, Desert DanceTheatre will present Sister Moses, a beautiful story of a courageous womans determination to free her people from slavery through the Underground Railroad.
The performance is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. in the Center for the Performing Arts on our campus. Tickets are $12 for adults, and $8 for students, staff, and seniors.

This powerful dance drama features Desert Dance Theatre with Renee Davis as Harriet Tubman, dramatic narration by Renee Morgan Brooks, African drumming and music direction by Step Raptis, accompaniment by String Sounds and traditional spirituals sung by a choral ensemble featuring baritone soloist, Greg Dansby. Sister Moses promises to entertain and enlighten audiences of all ages.

BOX OFFICE PHONE: 602-787-7738
BOX OFFICE HOURS: Tuesday through Friday, 12pm to 5pm, and one hour prior to curtain.


Register now for PVCCs Late Start classes

PHOENIX, February 10, 2008 – Regular registration may have come and gone, but there is plenty of time left to enroll in almost 200 Late Start classes at Paradise Valley Community College.

These classes cover a broad range of subjects, and some accept registration as late as April. They include Accounting, Anthropology, Art, Computer Fundamentals, Dance, Entrepreneurial Studies, Political Science, Psychology, Real Estate Principles, Theatre Performance, U.S. History, Yoga, Weight Training, Women in Transition, and many more.

Also available for Late Start entrants are PVCCs individualized study programs in GIL (Guided Independent Learning), in which students work with experienced faculty in self-designed mentor situations; and OEO (Open Entry Online) computer classes.

For a detailed look at these and other late-entry classes and/or programs, see PVCCs Spring 2008 class schedule, available on campus or online using the link at the left-hand side of this page. To register by phone, call (602) 787-7000.

Tuition is affordable at $65 per credit hour for in-state tuition, plus a registration fee of $15 per semester.






New Student Information System Launched

PHOENIX, February 8, 2008 – Our new Student Information System was launched on Tuesday, February 19, to support our colleges and provide students with new and improved self-service features.

Implementation of the online system is part of our commitment to a strong teaching and learning environment. The excitement has been building for both students and employees. The new system will, for the first time, link all 10 of the Maricopa Community Colleges.

Students lives are about to become easier with the new online Student Center. They will be able to perform a variety of tasks and inquiries, such as apply for admission, search for and register for classes, check grades, make payments, and request transcripts all from the online Student Center. The system will allow student information to travel with the student from one college to another.

With the debut of the new system, years of front-end planning at the college and district levels, computer programming, testing and training will come to fruition. We anticipate a successful roll-out and we are prepared to respond quickly to any students who may need assistance during and after the conversion. A new 24-hour help line will also be available for students to call for immediate support. Say good-bye to waiting in lines. We are looking forward to a new and improved way to serve our students!

For more detailed information about this New Student Information system, please visit www.pvc.maricopa.edu/nss/




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Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society Award

PHOENIX, February 3, 2008 – PVCCs chapter of the international honors society Phi Theta Kappa has received the Pinnacle Award from the national headquarters organization. This award recognizes chapters whose membership has grown ten percent or greater over the previous calendar year. This is the third time our chapter, Alpha Omicron Chi, has won this recognition. The actual prize is a fee waiver to attend the national PTK convention. This year, we will be sending one advisor, Dr. Paula Vaughn, and five students. The students attending will be: Scott Mason, Marina Haley, Laurie Bachand, Rebecca Martos, Cynthia Fuqua. Furthermore, our PTK chapter has reached the Five-Star chapter designation for the second year in a row. This is the highest level granted by the national organization, and symbolizes the attainment of higher standards in quality programming and accomplishment of goals.



Student Survey, Tell Us Your Ideas

PHOENIX, January 31, 2008 – PVCCs Strategic Planning Committee is developing goals for the Colleges future and values the ideas of our students. Please help us by answering four questions at the following web site: www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=RB8H7I4fTVSHF70dM_2bW8rA_3d_3d

PVCC Band to Perform at Superbowl Block Party Feb. 1, 2

PHOENIX, January 31, 2008 – The Destinee Brook Project (DBP), a subset of the PVCC student cover band, will be performing at the Scottsdale Superbowl Blockparty on Friday, Feb. 1st and Saturday, Feb 2nd at 7:00pm on the main stage. The main stage is loacted at Craftsman Court in Old Town Scottsdale. The DBP will perform cover songs from the 70s, 80s and 90s.

Stop by and join in the celebration!
www.scottsdalesultimateblockparty.com/cl_bands.html


The Destinee Brook project members are:
Destinee Brook - lead vocals (PVCC student)
Adam Gonzales - lead guitar (GCC student)
Jason Winkler - rhythm guitar (PVCC student)
Andrew Molever - bass (PVCC student)
Piano - Christopher Scinto (PVCC Faculty)
Drums - Andrew Butler (PVCC student)

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Phoenix Experimental Arts Festival, Feb. 8,9

PHOENIX, January 31, 2008 – WHAT: 3rd Annual Phoenix Experimental Arts Festival
WHERE: Center for the Performing Arts at PVCC
WHEN: Friday, February 8, 2008 & Saturday, February 9, 2008
Lobby Gallery opens at 6:00pm
Lobby Gallery performances begin at 6:30pm
Box Office opens at 6:30pm
Mainstage performances begin at 7:30pm
WEB: www.phoenixXfestival.com
ADMISSION: $15 general admission for each night. $25 festival pass for both nights.

FESTIVAL DESCRIPTION:
Dr. Christopher Scinto, chair for the Performing and Fine Arts Division at Paradise Valley Community College, has announced a third year to showcase the edgier,avant-garde artists who are pushing the boundaries in the visual and performing arts in Phoenix.

The PHOENIX EXPERIMENTAL ARTS FESTIVAL, co-sponsored by the Phoenix New Times, will be presented February 8th and 9th, 2008, at Paradise Valley Community Colleges Center for the Performing Arts in North Phoenix. This years festival includes the work of several local and regional dance troupes, music ensembles, performance art collectives, theatre companies and visual artists. The lobby gallery opens at 6:00 p.m. with lobby/gallery performances at 6:30p.m. and main stage performances at 7:30 p.m.

Highlights of the performances on Friday, February 8th include two performances by experimental chamber music ensemble CROSSING 32ND STREET, who will present Michael Gordon's percussion solo XY and also perform live music in collaboration with CONDER dance on Moving Target. Newly formed performance art collective OFFICE OF PECULIAR SCENES will present an interesting take on an overly commercial beauty pageant in Miss Representation. Next, performance artist/actress KRISTEN LOREE will perform a selection from her one-woman theater piece, VIXIN, which she describes as a work of queer theater to be spoken and sung in 8-inch heels, in a red dress, and with a giant red high heel shoe/chair. The evening continues with two inspiring dance works that incorporate video projection and interactive video technology in works performed by VIA CORPO DANCE RESEARCH and ARMADILLO DANCE PROJECT.

THEATRE IN MY BASEMENT kicks off Saturdays performance with (dis)solve, an interdisciplinary performance work using a live media as a laboratory for dehydration. Using the idea of metaphorical drying out, (dis)solve mixes video and sound for an interactive performance. CROSSING 32ND STREET returns to the stage to perform the world premiere of Phoenix-composer Eric Schultzs Everything is at once transgressed, overtaken, and nothing did yet arrive, a work based on the paintings of French artist Jean Miotte for video and three percussionists. Then dance companies 32 FLAVORS, KAREN SCHUPP DANCE, and MARY FITZGERALD DANCE round out the evening presenting new works of contemporary dance.





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PVCC students named to All-Arizona Academic Team

PHOENIX, January 31, 2008 – Top grades and dedicated community service are already bringing rewards for two PVCC students. They have been selected as Paradise Valley Community Colleges representatives on the influential All-Arizona Academic Team. Only two students from each of Arizonas community colleges are chosen to receive this honor. This years celebratory luncheon will take place on Feb. 21 in Mesa. Students are nominated based on their grades, leader qualities, and community service. This year, PVCCs representatives are Rebecca Martos and Michael Bouey, Jr. Rebecca placed on the first team and will receive $1,000 in addition to the scholarship. Michael placed on the third team and will receive $350 n addition to the scholarship.

Rebecca Martos may be an award-winning, classically trained singer whos as familiar with opera as most folks are with rap or rock, but that doesnt stop her from belting out Led Zepplin tunes with the PVCC Cover Band.
My real love, though, is multi-media, she says.
An Audio Production and Music Business major, Rebecca was recently chosen to represent PVCC as a member of the All-USA Academic Team. Team members are chosen based on their grades and service to the community. Besides the Academic Team honors, she was selected as one of only five students from the Maricopa Community College District to participate in the Arizona Town Hall; is an officer of Phi Theta Kappa, a member of the Student Honors Advisory Board, is co-producer of the Student Multi-Media Project, is the recipient of the Eliot and Arlene Kauffman Memorial Scholarship, and many other honors.
Rebecca already has a head start on her chosen profession. Currently employed with PVCC Media Services, she is also a freelance sound engineer. She made a film for the PVCC Percussion Ensemble, will make another one for Get Back!, the upcoming Beatles concert, and is producing The Vagina Monologues for PVCC.
Although Rebecca has much to be proud of, she says, Im proudest of the fact that Im pursuing my dream.

When Michael Bouey, Jr. was chosen to represent PVCC as a member of the All-Academic Team competition, he said, Its one of the biggest honors Ive ever been blessed to receive.
And thats saying something, considering what Michael has already accomplished. A graduate of Moon Valley High School, he enlisted in the Army, and was stationed at NATO headquarters for more than two years. From there, he was deployed as a paralegal to Abu Ghraib. I tried to ensure that the detainees received due process, he says.
When Michaels deployment was up, he enrolled in PVCC, where he also became a physics and math tutor. After graduation, he plans to transfer to ASU, and eventually to UCLA or MIT for advanced degrees in math and civil engineering.
Although he works hard, he believes in having fun, too.
My hobby is fire juggling, he says. I took it up a few years ago to impress a girl, who was a fire juggler at the time. She got bored in four months and married a non-juggler, but I kept right on. Yeah, every now and then I get burned a little, but thats the price fire jugglers pay. Its fun!
In what little spare time Michael has left from his studies, tutoring job, and fire juggling, he takes part in various charitable activities, such as building a tutor center for at-risk young adults.
What you do for others is as important as what you do for yourself, he says.

This annual All-Arizona Academic Team awards ceremony was created in the 1990s to recognize top scholars from Arizonas community colleges who also are members of local chapters of the Phi Theta Kappa Society, the national community college honors organization.

Teams are divided into first, second and third place, with cash awards. In addition, the Arizona Board of Regents provides all the students tuition waivers to the Arizona state university of their choice.

First team members are also automatically eligible for the All-USA Academic Team, sponsored by USA Today and announced in the spring. Students named to the All-USA Academic Team are also awarded cash and are honored at the annual American Association of Community Colleges convention.

Last year for the first time ever, a PVCC student, Katie Gault, made First Team in the nationals, and was featured in USA Today newspaper.



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College Goal Sunday Feb. 10, Financial Aid

PHOENIX, January 29, 2008 – College Goal Sunday is for students seeking financial help
WHAT: College Goal Sunday
WHEN: 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, February 10, 2008
WHERE: Studio Theater, Paradise Valley Community College
HOSTED BY: PVCCs Office of Student Financial Assistance
INFORMATION: Kenneth Clarke at (602) 787-7100 or www.pvc.maricopa.edu/finaid

Students needing financial aid are sometimes baffled by all those complicated application forms. Thats why PVCC, along with other colleges around the U.S., is holding COLLEGE GOAL SUNDAY, a day when financial aid professionals and high school counselors will be on hand to smooth out the process. Computers will be provided, as well as bi-lingual counselors.

This is really going to be big, says Kenneth Clarke, assistant director of PVCCs Financial Aid office. Weve been on the radio about this, and all over, so were expecting a very large turnout. College Goal Sunday is the gateway to opportunity for students who dream of attending college. In fact, College Goal Sunday can actually make the difference between attending college or not.

Clarke says that College Goal Sunday will teach prospective students how to master every aspect of the financial aid process, from helping them fill out the initial application applications, to navigating their way through the maze of scholarships, grants and loans.

The first thing we teach them is that they are not alone! he stresses. We will walk beside them every step of the way, helping them build relationships with those financial organizations. These are tough economic times, so its more necessary than ever before to show students all the help financial help thats available out there.

High school students and others attending College Goal Sunday will fill out and receive a line-by-line review of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Since 1997, approximately 30,000 students have received help at this annual event.

Financial aid is especially important for minority and first generation college applicants, as well as students from other low-income families. In fact, 52% of the families seeking aid have an annual income less than $40,00, which can stress family budgets. But investing in college makes financial sense, because college graduates will go on to earn as much as 73% more than those with a mere high school diploma. And a college degree means the difference between getting a job and building a career.

Todays college students are investing in themselves and their future, and learning exactly how to do that at College Goal Sunday will put them way ahead of the game, Clarke adds.


ITEMS TO BRING TO COLLEGE GOAL SUNDAY:
Students 2007 income data (W-2s or a pay stub and/or 2007 tax return)
Parents 2007 income data W-2s or a paay stub and/or 2007 tax return)
If student is age 24 or older, he/she should bring 2007 income data (W-2s or a pay stub and/or 2007 tax return).


For additional information, log onto www.collegegoalsunday.com


Invitation to Attend Student Forum

PHOENIX, January 23, 2008 – PVCCs Strategic Planning Committee is developing goals for the Colleges future. We value your ideas as students. Please help us by attending a student forum on Tuesday, January 29 at 12noon or 5pm in KSC208. Pizza will be served. The forums will last 1 hour 15 minutes. Please RSVP at

www.paradisevalley.edu/ie/forum_rsvp.html

with your name, email address, and phone number, and indicate which session you will attend.



PVCC adds new competitive sport: Men's Baseball

PHOENIX, January 23, 2008 – After considerable dialogue and planning, Paradise Valley Community College will add intercollegiate mens baseball to its athletics department programs. On Tuesday evening, Jan. 22, the Governing Board of the Maricopa Community Colleges voted to approve awarding a contract in the amount $1,195,700.00 to Paul R. Peterson Construction for a two-part construction projectboth a new baseball field and connecting walkways to Q Building (the former County Library) at Paradise Valley Community College.

Baseball is PVCCs 12th sport. The last sport to be added was womens softball, which began in 2003. The baseball Pumas will begin competitive play in the spring of 2009, competing within the Arizona Community College Athletic Conference (ACCAC) and the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA).

We are thrilled to be moving forward, said Athletics Director Greg Silcox, our community has expressed a strong desire for baseball here for quite some time. Baseball is very strong in our geographical area; many of our feeder high schools have perennially strong programs. We are looking forward to providing additional opportunities for young people to grow and learn as they continue their academic and athletic careers.

The process to hire a full time coach is underway. Plans are to have our coach in place by the end of January, so that we can recruit players as strongly and successfully as possible this spring, Silcox said. An on-campus playing field has been approved and will break ground in March. The field is scheduled to be ready for fall practice in September.

Potential players or those interested in the program may contact PV Athletics via the web at: www.paradisevalley.edu/athletics/ or by phone at 602.787.7173.

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Students: Sign up now for PVCC Announcements Email List

PHOENIX, January 14, 2008 – PVCC wants to keep you -- our students -- informed! This email distribution list is used for the communication of official business, services and activities of the college and to connect our students to timely and relevant information. This tool is a great way to share important campus-wide messages with you, and we encourage all students to subscribe. Postings may include programs, services, events, activities and information related to PVCC and the Maricopa Community Colleges District.

We hope that you will enjoy receiving timely announcements that will help you stay in touch, be in the know and get the most out of your PVCC experience. We look forward to keeping you informed!

To join the list, simply go to this link and scroll to Subscribe Here:

www.paradisevalley.edu/emailme

Or click:

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Late Registration for Spring Semester

PHOENIX, January 14, 2008 – Classes for Spring Semester have already started (on Jan. 12), but it's still not too late to enroll. Late registration is open until Friday, Jan. 18. Act now, and you can still get into a class!

And--if your schedule doesn't permit you to begin right now---PVCC offers classes starting each month through April. See the spring schedule of classes, page 109, for a complete month-by-month listing.

Cash flow a problem right now? Check out our convenient "eCashier Tuition Payment Plan," with reasonable monthly payments. More information can be found on our home page.



Registration at PV-North on Jan. 10

PHOENIX, January 9, 2008 – On Thursday, Jan. 10 we will hold a special registration for students at the PV North campus, located at Cactus Shadows High School in Cave Creek.

Cactus Shadows is located at 5802 E. Dove Valley Road. The special registration will be from 5-7 p.m. this Thursday in Room 302. For further information, contact Lily Fultz at (602)787-7223.

Student Services Open on Saturday, January 12

PHOENIX, January 3, 2008 –  A special Saturday registration date for Spring 2008 enrollments will be held on
Jan. 12. The following offices will be open for your convenience from 8 a.m. until 12 noon.

* Admissions and Records
* Advising
* Financial Aid
* Fiscal (Cashier's)
* Testing



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Feb. 7 Lecture: Does God So Love the Multiverse?

PHOENIX, January 3, 2008 – World Renowned physicist Don N. Page to lecture for first time in U.S. on controversial new Multiverse Theory: Does God So Love the Multiverse?

Dr. Don N. Page, a world renowned physicist and cosmologist mentored by Stephen Hawking, will be presenting a lecture he first delivered this past October at Shandong University in Jinan, China. This will be the first time his lecture Does God So Love the Multiverse?, which explores the intersections between physics and religion, will be presented in the United States prior to being published by Blackwell Publishing and in Chinese by Peking University Press. Dr. Pages lecture will take place on Thursday, February 7, 2008 at 7 p.m. in the Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) Library.

This free public lecture is part of the Canyon Institute for Advanced Studies (CIAS) 2007-2008 Public Lecture Series and is a joint effort between CIAS and PVCC to provide leading-edge scholarship offerings to residents, students, and scholars in local communities. The Phoenix Astronomical Society is also a supporting partner for this community-based learning opportunity for persons of various faith perspectives and persons of no faith perspective to come together around a meaningful dialogue about controversial theories of the multiverse.

Monotheistic religions such as Judaism and Christianity affirm that God loves all humans and created them in His image. However, we have learned from Darwin that we were not created separately from other life on earth. Some Christians opposed Darwinian evolution because it undercut certain design arguments for the existence of God. Today there is the growing idea that the fine-tuned constants of physics might be explained by a multiverse with very many different sets of constants of physics.
Some Christians oppose the multiverse for similarly undercutting other design arguments for the existence of God, explained Dr. Page. However, undercutting one argument does not disprove its conclusion. In this lecture, I will argue that multiverse ideas, though not automatically a solution to the problems of physics, deserve serious consideration and are not in conflict with Christian theology as I see it.

Dr. Page received his bachelors degree in physics and mathematics from William Jewell College in Liberty, Missouri. He completed a Ph.D. in physics and astronomy in 1976 at the California Institute of Technology in Pasadena, California, under the supervision of Kip Thorne and Stephen Hawking. Page was a postdoctoral researcher under Hawking at the University of Cambridge in England 1976-79. He served as Professor of Physics at Penn State University before moving to the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada where he presently holds the position of Professor of Physics.

Canyon Institute for Advanced Studies is a Christian interdisciplinary research and learning center, bringing together creative minds and information as resources for the communities of thoughtful Christians and others who are trying to better understand the substance and challenges of our rapidly changing world and how to better engage them meaningfully and responsibly. Canyon Institute for Advanced Studies is also the administrator of the prestigious Templeton Prize for Progress Toward Research of Discoveries about Spiritual Realities. For more information on Canyon Institute for Advanced Studies, visit their Web site at www.canyoninstitute.org.
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The Phoenix Astronomical Society (PAS), a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, was founded in 1948. Based in Phoenix, Arizona, PASs aim is to provide educational activities in astronomy at all levels. General PAS meetings feature professional astronomers and scientists from universities and observatories around the state, as well as amateur specialists from local astronomy clubs. For more information about PAS events and membership opportunities, visit the PAS Web site at http://www.pasaz.org.



You'll Be Sorry if You Wait to Register for Classes

PHOENIX, December 17, 2007 – Procrastination doesn't pay.

If you wait until the last minute to register for spring classes, that specific class you absolutely 100% need to get into.....may be canceled.

Every class section is analyzed a week or so before the beginning of the semester to determine if there are enough students registered to operate the class. If there are too few, the class will be canceled.

Therefore, if you have a class you really want to get into, be sure to register EARLY. What's more, in some classes, every seat is taken quite early. If you wait, there may not be space for you.

Don't be LATE and be SORRY! Don't find yourself standing in line to register the day before classes start and wondering why your class has been canceled. Spring semester classes begin Jan. 12, so register NOW.

And if coming up with the cash right now is a problem, we've got a simple payment plan:
www.paradisevalley.edu/eCashier.html


Campus Holiday Closure

PHOENIX, December 12, 2007 – The PVCC campus will be closed from Dec. 22 through Jan. 1. The campus will re-open for student services and other services on Jan. 2.
Spring semester classes will begin on Jan. 12.

The PVCC Fitness Center will be open NORMAL operating hours during this period except for closures on these dates: Dec. 24, 25, 31, and Jan. 1.

The week of Dec. 17-21, Student Services offices in the Kranitz Student Center will be operating on reduced hours and will close at 5:00 p.m.


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PVCC Holiday Concerts--Make Plans Now

PHOENIX, December 3, 2007 – PVCC Holiday Concerts

PVCC's Center for the Performing Arts is the place to be if youre looking for a potpourri of holiday concerts for every taste. Come alone, bring a friend, or invite the entire family for a delightful evening certain to add to your holiday cheer.


Orpheus Male Chorus of Phoenix
Orpheus begins its 79th season concert with the World Premier arrangement of A Prayer for Peace, composed by Abbie Betinis. The evening include Biebls Ave Maria; Whalums Yoruban Christmas song Betelehemu; Silvers The Twelve Days AFTER Christmas; local composer Linda Spevaceks Riu, Riu, Riu; and many beloved Christmas carols. To top off the evening, Ron Rhode, the acclaimed Phoenix organist, will lead the audience in a popular sing-along highlighted by delightful organ arrangements transposed for PVCCs grand piano.
7 p.m. Saturday, December 15. $15 adults, $12 students/seniors. Tickets available online at www.orpheus.org.


Russian Cultural Festival
Presented by PVCCs Russian language program, and sponsored by a grant from the Maricopa Community Colleges. This evening includes the soulful song, theater and dance of Russia, with the Orzu Theater Troupe performing in Russian with English interjections. Pianist Zhanna Tevan will play popular Russian selections.
7 p.m. Monday, December 17, Free, but reservations are requested by Saturday, December 15, at (602) 263-5373 or info@elenasart.com.









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PVCC hosts Russian Cultural Festival

PHOENIX, November 28, 2007 – PVCC RUSSIAN FESTIVAL

WHAT: An evening of Russian song, theater and dance
WHEN: 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, December 17
WHERE: PVCC Center for the Performing Arts, MainStage, 18401 N. 32nd St., Phoenix
ADMISSION: Free, but reservations requested. RSVP by Saturday, December 15
INFORMATION: (602) 263-5373 or info@elenasart.com. Leave a message with your name, phone number, and number of seats required.


The soulful song, theater and dance of Russia will be featured in a one-evening performance, so make certain you dont miss out.

Russian language instructor Elena Thornton, originally from Moldova, in the former USSR, conceived the idea as a celebration for her students, but quickly realized that the event would appeal to the entire community.

Many people dont realize that Russian culture represents many languages and ethnicities, explains Thornton. But the evenings performances will all be in Russian.

Taking the spotlight will be the Orzu Theater Troupe, part of the Bucharian Jewish community which originated in Uzbekistan, another country in the former USSR. Although the Bucharians have their own language, they translated their skits and song into Russian for the evening.

Well perform traditional stories about the older generation and the trouble they sometimes have dealing with the newer generations, says Berta Maksumov, director of the Orzu Theater Troupe. The skits are very funny, and yes, theyre in Russian. However, there will be English interjections so that non-Russian-speakers will have no trouble figuring out whats gong on.

Besides the theatrical skits, costumed dancers from the Orzu Theater children ranging from five to 10 years old will perform traditional dance.

I saw them perform a few months ago, and was impressed with their color and spirit, Thornton says.

During the evening, pianist Zhanna Tevan will perform a variety of Russian music. Ill play around five Russian folks songs Ive put into a medley, Tevan says, who immigrated here from Russia 17 years ago. Some are romantic, some are Roma folk tunes, all are very popular with the Russian people.

The Russian Festival is an outgrowth of PVCCs Russian language program, and is sponsored by a grant from the Maricopa Community Colleges.




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Student Leadership Council: Holiday Adopt-a-Family

PHOENIX, November 26, 2007 – The Giving Tree
Would you like to help a family in need have a
wonderful Holiday Season?

...then sign up to assist the SLC Adopt A Family Program!

The PVCC Student Leadership Council, in collaboration with AWARE Club, Black Student Union, Phi Theta Kappa, Club Ed, MEChA, Admissions & Records, the Library and the Fitness Center, is working with the Department of Economic Security to "adopt" families for this holiday season.

Here's how you can help:

1. Check out the Adopt-A-Family Gift List in the Student Life Center, KSC 135.
2. Sign up to buy a gift (or 2 or 3).
3. Take the matching reminder card so you remember what you need to
buy and fill out your appreciation card for the giving tree.
4. Bring the gift in (unwrapped) with the card attached.
5. The deadline is: Friday, December 7, 2007.
6. Go home realizing that you have made a simple yet meaningful
difference in someone's life and in the world.

For more information, call or stop by the Student Life Center at (602) 787-7240.

"It will take the best in each of us to make the best world for all of us."
~Cheryl Hawkinson


Thanksgiving Holiday Hours

PHOENIX, November 16, 2007 – Our campus will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 22 in celebration of Thanksgiving.

On Friday, Nov. 23, only the PVCC Fitness Center will be open during regular hours. All other campus offices and services will be closed on Friday, as well.




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Free Star Party, Observation Deck, Thurs., Nov. 15

PHOENIX, November 13, 2007 – You are invited to join the Paradise Valley Community College Stargazing Party from 6:30 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. on Thursday, November 15, at the campus observation deck. The PVCC Physics and Astronomy Department is sponsoring this free event and members of the Phoenix Astronomical Society (PAS) are providing telescopes and will be on hand to answer questions.

In case of cloudy weather, the event will be canceled.

The astronomy observation deck is located on the south side of the campus between buildings G and F, just west of the library. Those interested may view a campus map at http://www.pvc.maricopa.edu/campusmap.

Participants should dress appropriately for walking in unpaved areas and should bring drinking water.

Registration is required at https://www2.pvc.maricopa.edu/events. For more information, please call 602.787.6685 or e-mail david.hellmann@pvmail.maricopa.edu.


United Way Online Silent Auction Open!

PHOENIX, November 6, 2007 – The PVCC Online Silent Auction has been launched!

There are over 20 fabulous items to choose from, including artwork, electronics, sports memorabilia, house decor items, wine and restaurants, a spa package, gift baskets and certificates.

Look for the icon link on the PVCC web home page, the Employees page or the Institutional Advancement page or go to:

http://arwen.pvc.maricopa.edu/pvunited

The auction will close on Friday, December 7, 2007 at 10 a.m.

Thank you to those individuals and businesses who contributed items. Items are still being accepted to be added to the auction -- just drop them off at the Institutional Advancement office or contact Lori Espinoza, Silent Auction chair.


Let the bidding begin! And thank you, for supporting the PVCC United Way Campaign.

Your PVCC United Way Campaign Committee

Campus Closed for Veteran's Day

PHOENIX, November 6, 2007 – Please note that the PVCC campus will be closed on Monday, Nov. 12 in observance of Veteran's Day.
No services will be available. All buildings will be closed (including Fitness Center).

Normal campus services will resume Tuesday, Nov. 13.





PVCC North in Cave Creek, Enrollment Nov. 28

PHOENIX, November 6, 2007 – PVCC will hold a special enrollment event for those interested in taking classes at our Cave Creek location and for dual-enrollment students at Cactus Shadows High School.

The enrollment session will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 28, from 2:45-6:00 p.m. at Cactus Shadows High School, in Room 304.

Cactus Shadows High School is located at:
5802 E. Dove Valley Road, Cave Creek

More information is available at this site:
www.pvc.maricopa.edu/pvccnorth/


High School Seniors & Parents Night, Nov. 15

PHOENIX, November 5, 2007 – Here's your chance to see what community college is all about.--

Please join us for our High School Seniors & Parent Night on Thursday, Nov. 15. It's an opportunity to meet our staff and current students, and really get a idea of what PVCC is like. Over 8,000 students a semester choose PVCC...... maybe you'll decide to, too!

Come and join us to learn about:

*Financing a college education (Thought it wasn't possible? Think again.)

*Programs of study (check out careers that fit YOU!)

*Occupational/ certificate options (job-related, and faster than a two-year degree)

*How to transfer your credits earned at PVCC to the university of your choice (and save a bundle doing it)

*PVCC's enrollment process (this is easy)

*College resources & programs (you've love the free tutoring!).

Thursday, Nov. 15 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Studio Theatre

And bring your parents along (promise, they won't be the ONLY ones there!)

For more info, call Ivette Quintero at (602)787-7176 or email her at :
ivette.quintero@pvmail.maricopa.edu
www.paradisevalley.edu/me

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Veteran's 5K Run & 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk

PHOENIX, November 2, 2007 – Join PVCC's veteran's and Veteran's Club in a benefit run on Nov. 11--

When: November 11, 2007
Time: 5K at 8:00 am, 1 Mile at 8:10 am
(Registration starts at 7:00 a.m.)
Where: Reach 11 Recreation Area/Horse Lovers Park
(Tatum Road South of the 101 freeway)
Awards: 5K Run Overall Male & Female,
Top 3 Male & Female in 5 year age groups.
1 Mile Fun Run/Walk Overall Male and Female


On-Line Registration Available At: www.arizonarunningeventsco.com


REMEMBER OUR VETERANS
NOVEMBER 11, 2007

Proceeds will benefit the Arizona Veterans Program Association (AVPA) scholarship fund. AVPA is a non-profit organization consisting primarily of school officials from colleges and universities throughout Arizona. Our mission is to promote opportunities for veteran students to access higher education. Scholarships are awarded each spring to deserving military veterans in our state.


Spring Semester Registration is Now Open

PHOENIX, October 31, 2007 – Spring semester classes are now open for registration. Spring semester begins on Jan. 12, 2008.
You may register in-person at the Admissions & Records Office in PVCC's Kranitz Student Center (KSC), by phone at (602)787-7000, by fax
at (602)787-7025, or online.



El Mercado at PVCC

PHOENIX, October 30, 2007 – PVCC's Center for International Studies presents--
El Mercado at PVCC--

When: Monday, November 5, 2007
Time: from 11:30AM to 1:30PM
Where: Kranitz Student Services Building

Students from the Technology Institute of Monterrey (ITESM) at Hermosillo will be representing the products of 10 Sonoran small businesses for this special event here on our PVCC campus.

They will showcase--
Foods, Handicrafts, Hats, Boots, Mexican Candies, Salsas, Coyotas, and much more! Stop by to learn about the students' business education studies, and about small business in Mexico.

Free samples
Items for purchase

Sponsored by

Instituto Tecnologico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey (ITESM) at Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico
Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC), Phoenix, AZ

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Study International Marketing & Technology in Prague

PHOENIX, October 26, 2007 – Study the global marketing & technology environment in Prague.

The Paradise Valley Community College Business/IT Division is offering a unique opportunity to study the global business environment of Prague on a 6 day tour in one of the worlds most exciting global business environments. As an international marketing & technology class, students are able to view first hand how to plan and implement international marketing strategies through direct application and exposure to Pragues culture, legal/political, economic and market demand. Prague has a long history of business prosperity and oppression under communist rule. Now home to 1.5 million people, Prague is becoming a high-tech affluent business community in the global economy.

Scheduled for mid-May 2008, the tour costs approximately $3300.00 (including airfare). Course dates: 5/5/08 6/5/08, travel dates: 5/19/08 5/26/08. This tour is part of five-week course in which participants will earn college credits from PVCC in either of the following:

Learning Community One
IBS102 International Marketing 2 credits
Sections 5531
BPC133AA Internet/Web Development Level I-A 1 credit
Sections 3001
Faculty: Dina Preston-Ortiz & Gary Smith

OR
Learning Community Two
IBS121 Export Marketing Case Studies 2 credits
Sections 5599
CIS298AB Special Projects Flash 1 Credit
Sections 3000
Faculty: Jim Patterson & Dr. Jon Storslee

Registrations and a non-refundable deposit of $1100 is required no later December 11, 2007, the balance due of $2200 is due February 15, 2008. No refunds can be given after February 15, 2008. Course fees include airline flights, hotels, transportation in country and course tuition and lab fees.
An informational meeting will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 20 from 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Call for details.

Call (602) 787-6729 for information or to register. Paradise Valley Community College is located at 18401 N. 32nd St. (SE corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills), Phoenix, 85032.


Library Survey--Prizes! Drawing Nov. 20

PHOENIX, October 19, 2007 – The drawing for prizes will take place on Nov. 20 and 10:30 a.m. in the PVCC Library.

Win a $100 Best Buy electronics gift certificate!
Interested? Read on about the PVC Library User Survey--

The Library needs your input to improve our resources, facilities, and circulation services. Heres your chance to let us know!

Please take our survey and enter the drawing to win one of the following prizes:

$100 Best Buy gift certificate
$50 gift certificate to PVC Bookstore
10 free cups of coffee/tea at the Librarys Coffee Cart

Join us for the drawing of winners on Nov. 20, 10:30 a.m., PVCC Library.
Prize winners will be notified.

Go to the PVCC Library home page to start the survey
www.paradisevalley.edu/library
The survey is available at the top of the page.

Survey closes at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 16th.

Thank you for your input!


North Campus Entry CLOSED this afternoon

PHOENIX, October 16, 2007 – 1:48 PM Tues., Oct. 16

If you will be driving to PVCC's campus soon, this is to alert you that the intersection of 34th Street and Union Hills Drive (north entry onto our campus) has been closed completely by the Phoenix Police Department, due to a serious accident. Please avoid that intersection for the next few hours if possible.


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Event: Future of Minority Males in Higher Education, Nov. 1

PHOENIX, October 9, 2007 – The Maricopa County Community College District is holding a student event on November 1, 2007 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at Rio Salado College Conference Center in Tempe.

The student event title is: "Just the Guys: Keepin' it Real. Real talk with Penn State University professor of Higher Education, Dr. Shaun Harper on the future of minority males in higher education." As the title suggests, this will be an informal discussion with "Just the Guys" on college experiences of minority males across the district. There is no charge for the event. RSVP's are requested for the event at the website below.

www.maricopa.edu/studentaffairs/conference07/rsvpnov1.php

Rio Salado College Conference Center
2323 W. 14th Street, Tempe

World Premiere Play: Child of the Kosmos opens Nov. 8

PHOENIX, October 9, 2007 – WHAT: World premiere of Child of the Kosmos, a play about Nobel Prize laureate, Richard Feynman
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, Nov. 8-10; 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 11; 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 16-17; 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 18. There is a special preview 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 7.
WHERE: Center for the Performing Arts, Paradise Valley Community College, 34th St. and Union Hills, Phoenix
TICKETS: $8 students and seniors; $12 adults. At the special preview, all seats are $5.


Richard Feynman wasnt just a Nobel Prize-winning physicist; he was a flamboyant wild man nicknamed Ofey who hung out at strip clubs, a musician who played the bongos in motel parking lots at 3 a.m., a practical joker from whom no acquaintance was immune, and a sleight-of-hand artist who could pick locks and crack safes.

Child of the Kosmos playwright and Paradise Valley Community College theatre faculty Alan Tongret has long been a fan of Feynman and his work. But it was the science department at PVCC that suggested he feature the Nobel laureate in a full-length play.

Some scientists consider Feynman second only to Einstein, Tongret says. Id read one of Feynmans books, The Meaning of It All: Thoughts of a Citizen-Scientist, and was very excited about the science departments idea. In a way, this play mirrors his life in that its not quite linear, its more circular. Some scenes even have multi-time dimensions, such as towards the end of his life while hes lying on an operating table after being diagnosed with terminal cancer, yet at the same time, hes 11 years old and talking to his father. Time cycles within time cycles. Of course, Feynman being Feynman, theres also a pretty good scene in a topless bar.

A child prodigy, at the age of 24 Feynman became the youngest Group Leader in Los Alamoss legendary Manhattan Project, where he worked on the A-bomb and later grew concerned about the power he helped unleash. One of the most admired scientists of the 20th Century, Feynman helped pioneer quantum electrodynamics and predicted the future of nanotechnology.

After the Challenger Space Shuttle disaster in 1986, Feynman served on the Presidential commission that investigated the explosion, and on national television, demonstrated to millions of grieving Americans how the O-rings had failed the astronauts.

I found Richard Fenyman quite fascinating, says PVCC composer and Fine & Performing Arts Division Chair Christopher Scinto, who scored the play. Science scares me quite a bit, but his thirst for knowledge and adventure drew me in, so I tried to capture his spirit in my music.

The structure of Scintos score for Child of the Kosmos is as unusual as Feynmans life and mind. The music is composed in a series of perfect fourths, beginning in the key of F, for Feynman, Scinto says. That sound is not the standard sound of classical Western music, which is based in thirds, so we get a sense of openness, of expansion, almost of space and time. And thats fitting, dont you think?

Regardless of all Feynmans scientific achievements, he never lost the common touch. His three-volume work, The Lectures on Physics, explained the physical laws of nature in terms that even laymen could understand. He also wrote two best-selling books of humorous anecdotes, Surely Youre Joking, Mr. Feynman! and What Do You Care What Other People Think? His death from cancer in 1988 was a sad day for the millions who admired him, and the hundreds who were privileged to call him friend.





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Annual Mystery Party Fundraiser, Oct. 26

PHOENIX, October 4, 2007 – Have a blast.....all for a good cause!

The PVCC Student Leadership Council invites students, faculty, administration and the community to attend its annual Mystery Party. Set for Oct. 26 from 6:30 - 10 p.m. in the Kranitz Student Center (KSC), this year's theme revolves around a fairy tale mystery entitled "Once Upon a Time...A Fairy Tale Mystery Party."

Students pay $12 for tickets, and all others pay $20. Tables seat eight to ten people. Participants are asked to wear costumes portraying different characters. By following the script and using deductive reasoning, players try to solve the mystery.

Tickets go on sale Oct. 8 at the Student Life Office, KSC 135. Guests can expect great food, fun, prizes, award certificates, and music. Funds raised by the Student Leadership Council will go to this year's United Way fundraising drive.

For more information, stop by Student Life, or call them at (602)787-7240.

National Depression Screening Day, Oct. 10

PHOENIX, October 3, 2007 – Just got the blues? Or are you depressed?

WHAT: Free depression screening
WHEN: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, October 10, 2007
WHERE: Kranitz Student Services Building,
INFORMATION: Cathy G. Mendoza, M.C., (602) 787-7998

It is estimated that almost 20 million Americans suffer from some form of depression, and of those, the depression becomes so severe that 15% of them commit suicide. By the year 2010 depression will be the second most common health problem in the U.S, second only to heart disease. Depression can strike everyone, from young children to the elderly, and -- contrary to popular belief -- the signs of depression are not always obvious.

However, depression is one of the most treatable of illnesses. With proper counseling and/or medication, 80 to 90% of its sufferers find relief.

As part of National Depression Screening Day, Paradise Valley Community College is offering a free depression screening to its students and the genral public from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesday, October 10. Upon arrival, attendees may register at the Kravitz Student Center, and in order of registration, will be given a private session with one of the schools professional counselors.

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Separately, two seminars will be held that day, Oct. 10. At 9:00 a.m. "Depression and the Mature Adult," will be held in room KSC 185 and at 12:00 p.m., "Understanding Depression and the College Student" will be held in the PVCC Library. Admission to both is free and open to the public.




Free Career Workshops and Job Fair at PVCC Oct. 8-10

PHOENIX, September 28, 2007 – More than 50 firms will be on the Paradise Valley Community College campus 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, October 10, for PVCC's Career and Job Fair. Among those companies are Wells Fargo, City of Glendale, CVS Pharmacy, Radio Shack, 24-Hour Fitness, and many others. Both PVCC students and the public are invited. Admission is free.

"A lot of students are still working at their high school jobs," says Norma Chandler, coordinator of Career Services at PVCC. "This is the perfect time for them to upgrade, because some of the firms that will be here will not only pay more, but can offer benefits and tuition reimbursements, even for part-time jobs."

During the Career and Job Fair, the Jobing.com booth will demonstrate how to use their online job board, create profiles, upload resumes, and conduct job searches. "They'll give a lot of insider tips," Chander says.

Wednesday's Career and Job Fair won't be the only careers event during the week, however. The following seminars will also be available to PVCC students and the public, without charge.

* "Discover Your Career Passion" -- 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday, October 8, in KSC212
* "Honing Your Resume Writing Skills" -- 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, in KSC212
* "Interviewing Skills" -- 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 10, in KSC212
* "Using Maricopa Career Network" (Online Job Board) -- 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 11, in E-136

"If you're thinking about entering the work force or changing careers, this is the perfect opportunity," Chandler adds.


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Win an Apple iPod !
Participate in online student survey, win an Apple iPod

PHOENIX, September 24, 2007 – Now through October 5, PVCC/MCCCD students are invited to participate in a national online survey and enter a drawing to win an Apple iPod Nano or $150 iTunes gift card. The District has hired Interact Communications to conduct the survey. All responses are confidential. Students will be asked a series of questions about their Web and media preferences such as -- what t.v. channels do you watch?, what are your favorite radio stations?, what print publications do you read?, what kind of Web sites do you like?, how often do you text message?

The answers from 300 community colleges across the U.S. will help us communicate better with prospective and current students. Your participation in the survey will help the college and district with our future marketing plans.

Privacy: All personally identifiable information including individual survey responses will be kept confidential and will not be disclosed. Your name will not be connected with your answers and the college will not know if you participated in the survey. (If you decide to enter the optional drawing for a free iPod or $150 iTunes gift card you will be directed to a different web site to leave your personal information. The personal information that you provide for the drawing WILL NOT be linked to the survey data that you provide.)

To participate in the survey, go to:
www.interactresearch.org/mp56/
Enter Username: maricopa
Password: arizona

Thank you for participating!


Giant Maricopa Career Expo, October 6 @ Cardinal's Stadium

PHOENIX, September 14, 2007 – Sky's the Limit Career Expo
Date: Saturday October 6 2007
Time: 9:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.
Location: University of Phoenix Stadium
1 Cardinals Drive
Glendale 85305
URL: www.ctecareerexpo.org

About This Event:


The Skys the Limit CTE Career Expo on October 6th provides a dynamic, interactive learning environment where students and community members can explore Career & Technical Education Programs, career options and job opportunities to be competitive in the ever-changing economy.

Through collaborative efforts between K-12 education, community colleges, universities and businesses, attendees will learn the importance of career exploration, career development plans and lifelong learning.

Who should attend: Students, teachers, parents, counselors, displaced workers, and those in career transition that want to obtain career-related information and resources.

Fiddler on the Roof comes to PVCC

PHOENIX, September 11, 2007 – Paradise Valley Community College and Arizona Jewish Theatre have formed an unprecedented partnership to celebrate their dual 20th anniversaries as part of the Valleys arts and education scene. Both organizations open their 2007-08 theatre season with a joint production of the classic Broadway musical Fiddler on the Roof by Joseph Stein, Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick, from October 6-21, 2007. The musical is based on stories by Sholem Aleichem with special permission from Arnold Perl. Co-sponsored by the PVCC Division of Fine and Performing Arts, performances will be presented in the Center for the Performing Arts on the PVCC campus, just south of Union Hills on 34th Street. In addition to this musical production, Arizona Jewish Theatre Company will now be in residency at the Center for the Performing Arts.

The show opens on Saturday, October 6, and continues through Sunday, October 21 on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Ticket prices are $40-$60, with discounts available for children and seniors. Student rush price (1/2 hour prior to curtain) is $15.

We couldnt think of a more perfect way to kick off our 20th season and to celebrate our new home at PVCC, states Janet Arnold, Producing Director of Arizona Jewish Theatre Co. This musical is teeming with the very essence of Jewish culture and yet is so universal in its message of the importance of tradition, home and family.
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Dr. Christopher Scinto, chair for the Division of Fine and Performing Arts, commented, The community will benefit by having access to professional theatre in their own backyard. He added, Community members will no longer have to drive to Scottsdale or Downtown Phoenix to enjoy professional theatre performances like Fiddler on the Roof.

Leading the cast as Tevye, the poor Russian dairyman in 1905 Russia, is New York actor Chaz Mena. Mena has a long list of stage, movie and TV credits, but looks forward to playing Tevye as one of the most meaningful roles in his career. There is such an incredible poignancy to the role and a depth to the show, said Mena. Joining Mena on stage are Valley favorites: Maria Amorocho as Golde, Tevyes world-weary wife; Cathy Dresbach as Yente, the incorrigible matchmaker; Ben Tyler as Lazar Wolf, the lonely butcher; Patti Dresbach as Grandma Tzeitel; and Tracy Coe as Shandel. Also included are Valley newcomers, husband and wife, Jeffrey Wolf as Avram and Michelle Hakala as Fruma-Sarah. The cast numbers thirty-three and the backstage crews include students from Paradise Valley Community College.

The show is directed by Claude File, a member of the Society of Stage Directors and Choreographers and a recurring director for AJTC. When the company last produced Fiddler on the Roof for its 10th Anniversary, File actually played the role of Tevye. This is his 11th production of either acting in or directing Fiddler on the Roof. Choreographer JoAnn Yeoman, who choreographed the 1997 production, is a teacher in ASUs musical theatre department. Music Director Dan Kurek, is an adjunct music faculty at PVCC and opera singer. P2Design is providing production management including the multi-dimensional set from the Music Theatre of Wichita.

The Center for the Performing Arts on the PVCC campus opened its doors in October of 2005. This $6 million, 25,000 square foot Center includes a fully professional, multi-use theater, seating nearly 300. The auditorium features comfortable seats, is climate controlled and offers infra-red hearing devices. Extensive parking is complimentary.

Founded in 1988, the Arizona Jewish Theatre Company (AJTC) is a non-sectarian, not-for-profit 501 (c) (3) Arizona corporation. AJTC is one of only a few professional theatre companies in the Valley and the only Jewish performing arts company in Arizona. The company was founded to preserve and enhance Jewish culture, by producing quality plays which reflect the Jewish experience.

To purchase season or individual tickets, please contact the AJTC office at 602-264-0402. For further information on the company, visit www.azjewishtheatre.org. For information about the Center for the Performing Arts, call 602.787.7738 or visit www.paradisevalley.edu/cpa .

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PARADISE VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE AND
ARIZONA JEWISH THEATRE COMPANY
Professional theatre comes to the Northeast Valley at the Center for the Performing Arts

Fiddler on the Roof
Book by Joseph Stein, Music by Jerry Bock, Lyrics by Sheldon Harnick
Based on Sholem Aleichem stories by special permission of Arnold Perl

PERFORMANCES

Sat., Oct. 6, 2007 7:30 pm $50-$60.00*+

Sun., Oct. 7 2:00 pm $50-$60.00

Sun. Oct. 7 7:00 pm $40-$45.00

Thurs., Oct. 11 7:30 pm $40-$45.00

Fri., Oct. 12 7:30 pm $40-$45.00

Sat., Oct. 13 7:30 pm $50-$60.00

Sun., Oct. 14 2:00 pm $50-$60.00

Sun., Oct. 14 7:00 pm $40-$45.00

Thurs., Oct. 18 7:30 pm $40-$45.00

Fri., Oct. 19 7:30 pm $40-$45.00

Sat., Oct. 20 7:30 pm $50-$60.00

Sun., Oct. 21 2:00 pm $50-$60.00

Sun., Oct. 21 7:00 pm $40-$45.00

* all tickets are subject to a $1.00 facility fee.
+opening night includes post-show reception with cast
Discounts available for Seniors and Students



All performances are at the Center for the Performing Arts on the campus of
Paradise Valley Community College just south of Union Hills off 34th St.
Tickets are available from the AJTC Box Office - 602/264-0402 or visit www.azjewishtheatre.org


Group tickets are also available from the AJTC Box Office -
602/264-0402


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Student Services Offices to Close Early on Friday Afternoons

PHOENIX, September 4, 2007 – Now through the end of spring semester, a number of PVCC Student Services offices will be closed on Fridays from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. This will be done as part of the training for and implementation of Maricopa Community Colleges' district-wide computer launch of a new student information and records system in early 2008.

Those offices closing early are: Financial Aid; Admissions & Records, Academic Advising, Testing, Continuing Education, and Fiscal (cashiers). All the above offices are located in the Krantiz Student Center (KSC).

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PVCC Benefit Golf Tournament

PHOENIX, August 27, 2007 – WHAT: 2007 Puma Classic Golf Tournament
WHEN: 7 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 8, 2007 (course registration at 6 a.m.)
WHERE: Rancho Manana Golf Course, Cave Creek
FEES: From $85 for single players, and sponsorship fees at the $100, $150 and $400 levels.
INFORMATION: (602) 787-7173 or visit the Tournament web site at www.pvc.maricopa.edu/athletics/pumaclassic.html

Tournament play is now full, but PVCC Athletics is still seeking event Sponsorships. Interested persons and/or companies should contact Helice Agria at 602-787-7173.

The Tournament has a big party atmosphere, says tournament director Helice Agria. The golfers bring their buddies and it turns into a real bragging rights time. And there are games within the game raffles for prizes, a Vegas hole, a longest drive competition, a closest-to-the-pin competition its all-day fun.

Proceeds from the Puma Classic will be used to provide scholarships and books for PVCC student-athletes. Previous events have raised more than $10,000.

The Puma Classic is a four-player scramble, with group prizes given for first, second and third place teams. Individual prizes will also be awarded. Tournament play includes green and cart fees, range balls, player services, as well as a post match lunch and beverages.

The setting couldnt be more beautiful. Rancho Manana Golf Club is a par-70 championship course with dramatic elevation changes and natural desert landscaping. Golf Digest voted it as one of Arizonas most scenic golf courses.

Youll have a full day of great scenery, great fun and youll be helping PVCC student-athletes at the same time, promises Agria.



Register now for PVCCs Late Start courses

PHOENIX, August 24, 2007 – The regular fall semester registration deadline may have come and gone, but there is plenty of time left to enroll in almost 200 Late Start classes at Paradise Valley Community College.

These classes cover a broad range of subjects -- some of which accept registration as late as November and appeal to a wide variety of interests. They include several sections of Accounting, Administration of Justice, Business, Communications, Computer Applications, Counseling, Dance, Early Childhood Education, Emergency Medical Technology, Geology, Languages, Physical Education, Psychology, Real Estate, Sociology, Theatre Performance, U. S. History and Government, Wildland Firefighter, Women in Transition, Writing and many, many more.

Also available for Late Start entrants are PVCCs individualized study programs in GIL (Guided Independent Learning), in which students work with experienced faculty in self-designed mentor situations; and OEO (Open Entry Online) computer classes.

For a detailed look at these and other late-entry classes and/or programs, see PVCCs Fall 2007 class schedule, available on campus or online at www.paradisevalley.edu/sc.html. To register by phone, call (602) 787-7000; to register online, visit www.pvc.maricopa.edu/admissions.

Tuition is affordable at $65 per credit hour (for in-state tuition), plus a registration fee of $15 per semester.

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Mata Ortiz artists exhibiting their work
Mata Ortiz Potters to Visit PVCC Aug. 28

PHOENIX, August 21, 2007 – Mexican artists Lucy Mora and Lorenzo Bugarini will be demonstrating their unique pottery technique at the PVCC Art Studio (on campus) Aug. 28 from 8-10:45 a.m. and again from 2-4:45 p.m. The demonstrations are free and open to the public. In addition, the artists will have examples of their work for sale.

Mata Ortiz is an internationally known village in Chihuahua, Mexico, renowned for its beautiful pottery. Of the 2,000 or so residents, 400 are potters.

Master potter Juan Quezada started the pottery movement in the Mata Ortiz in the 1970's using a coiled clay technique inspired by indigenous Paquime and Casas Grandes ceramics, often incorporating Mimbres designs shared by the Southwest Native American cultures. His work, and that of others from Mata Ortiz, has been exhibited in museums throughout the U.S.

Registration Open This Saturday

PHOENIX, August 15, 2007 – Don't delay! There is still time to register for Fall Semester classes at PVCC. A special Registration Fest will be held this Saturday, August 18, from 8 a.m.- 12 noon in the KSC-Student Services Building on campus. Services available will include: financial aid, academic advising, admissions, placement testing, and the cashier's office. No reservations are necessary, so simply come in and enroll for your Fall Semester classes now through Saturday at noon. Classes begin Monday, Aug. 20 (a limited number of Saturday classes start on Aug. 18).

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PVCC Band to Perform at Desert Ridge

PHOENIX, August 7, 2007 – On Friday, Aug. 17, the PVCC Student Rock Band will perform at Desert Ridge Marketplace from 7-10 p.m. The student band, under the direction of Dr. Christopher Scinto, will perform three hours of music from the 60s and 70s to today's hit.

All of the band members are registered PVCC students, with the addition of one student guest musician from GCC.

The concert is open to the public and is free of charge.


Blood Drive Coming to Campus Aug. 29, 30

PHOENIX, August 6, 2007 – The United Blood Services will be here on Wed., Aug. 29 from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. and again on Thurs., Aug. 30 from 11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. for a two-day blood drive. Give blood. Be a hero!

If you donate on Wed., Aug. 29 between 8 a.m. and 1.p.m., you will receive a free lunch at the Paradise Barbecue.

Here are ways to sign up:
1. Go to www.bloodhero.com and enter the sponsor code "pvcc" to set your own appointment.
2. Sign up at the Blood Drive table in KSC.
3. Call Ryan Martin in the Student Life Office at 602-787-7242.

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Free Opera Highlights Concert
Free Opera Highlights Concert

PHOENIX, July 31, 2007 – WHAT: Paradise Valley Community Colleges Summer Opera Highlights Concert
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, August 10-11
WHERE: PVCCs Performing Arts Center, 34th St. and Union Hills, Phoenix
ADMISSION: Free
INFORMATION: (602) 787-7738

The worlds greatest music for free!

Curious about opera but dont want to pop for the big bucks tickets until youre sure youll like it? Then attend PVCCs Summer Opera Highlights Concert and hear some of the most glorious music in the world absolutely free.

The evenings actually a concert with full lighting and minimalist sets, made up of around 15 selections from the worlds greatest operas, sung by professional and non-professional singers doing what they love to do, says PVCC adjunct faculty member Daniel Kurek, the programs director.

People will hear some of the most glorious music theyve ever heard, from Madama Butterfly, The Marriage of Figaro, La Boheme, La Traviata and more. Opera lovers will attend in full force, of course, but this is also the perfect chance for people who have never heard opera to dip their toe in the water. And it wont cost them a cent!

Kurek himself has sung with Arizona Opera, Cleveland Opera, Austin Lyric Opera, and Opera Pacific. Last summer, he toured Europe as a member of Arizona Masterworks Chorale, and he was featured soloist in Vienna, in a program honoring Mozarts 250th anniversary.

This is the fourth year PVCC has hosted the opera evening, but the first year it will take place in the new state-of-the-art Performing Arts Center.

Were all excited about that, Kurek says. Even when we were performing in PVCCs Black Box Theatre, we pretty much had a full house. The community loves it, because its a casual, unpretentious, relaxing evening. And did I say the music is gorgeous?



Arizona Jewish Theater in Residence at PVCC

PHOENIX, July 2, 2007 – The Governing Board of the Maricopa County Community College District has approved a license agreement with the Arizona Jewish Theater Company (AJTC). The theater company will be in residence at the Center for the Performing Arts on the campus of Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC). Through this agreement, AJTCs upcoming 2007-2008 season will take place at PVCC.

We are thrilled to be able to perform in such a beautiful and well-equipped facility especially since this is our 20th Anniversary Season! said Janet Arnold, producing director of AJTC. PVCCs Center for the Performing Arts is a gorgeous theater, and our being there is a win-win situation for everyone. Were planning to make many opportunities available to PVCC students, such as working with and learning from professional actors, directors, designers and playwrights. Our hope is to involve other PVCC departments as well, particularly history, humanities, and the performing and visual arts.

Founded in 1988, AJTC is one of only a handful of Equity theater companies in the Valley, and is one of the largest Jewish theaters in North America. AJTCs shows are chosen for their universal themes, making them accessible to everyone. The company is also known for its extensive children/teen program, which provides theatrical opportunities for many young actors. During its 19 years, AJTC has received numerous theatrical and civic awards.

The faculty and staff of PVCC are excited about the new arrangement, too. The colleges president, Dr. Mary Kay Kickels (who has a theater background herself), noted, From my point of view, this is a perfect marriage of the arts and education. When we built our new arts center, we made a commitment to bring the best in performing and visual arts to the North Valley. Our partnership with AJTC is a superb opportunity for our students to participate in all aspects of professional theater. Whats more, it will bring area residents to our campus to experience the finest in local theater.

But perhaps the biggest beneficiary of AJTCs new home will be the Northeast Valley itself. The community will benefit by having access to professional theatre in their own backyard, said Dr. Christopher Scinto, division chair of PVCCs Fine & Performing Arts Department. Community members will no longer have to drive to Scottsdale or Downtown Phoenix to enjoy professional theatre performances.

According to the Richard Schultz, PVCCs arts center coordinator, the $6 million, 25,000 square foot facility opened October 13, 2005. A fully professional, multi-use theater, this beautiful facility seats 300 guests and incorporates a 25-musician orchestra pit, as well as state-of-the-art lighting, sound, and audiovisual systems. The theaters 1,000 square foot lobby contains a box office and concession stand, and also functions as an art galley.


AJTC 2007-2007 Season -- 20th Anniversary Season

October 6-21, 2007 ------ Fiddler on the Roof, book by Joseph Stein, music by Jerry Bock, lyrics by Sheldon Harnick. A co-production with PVCC

January 5-20, 2008------- Halpern & Johnson, by Lionel Goldstein

March 15-30, 2008 ------ Kindertransport, by Diane Samuels

May 17 - June 1, 2008 --- The Last Night of Ballyhoo, by Alfred Uhry

Season tickets for new patrons are now on sale. Call 602-264-0402 or order on-line at www.azjewishtheatre.org


HURRY !!!! Late Registration for Fall Classes Closes Aug. 24

PHOENIX, June 20, 2007 – PVCC's fall 2007 semester has already begun, but late registration for classes is in progress now and continues through Friday, Aug. 24. Stop in to register now.

After the 24th, we have almost 200 Late Start Classes with class start dates now through November. Check our schedule for a complete listing. The Fall 2007 class schedule is available for pick-up on campus. The online interactive schedule is available for viewing at www.paradisevalley.edu/sc.html .

PVCC offers classes in traditional format (in-classroom, 16-week) and flexible/alternative delivery format choices (such as Online, FlexExpress, Open Entry Online, Guided Independent Learning formats -- see www.paradisevalley.edu/choices).

Registration is available by phone, fax or mail, in person or online. To register by phone, call (602) 787-7000. To register online, visit www.pvc.maricopa.edu/admissions .

Tuition is affordable at $65 per credit hour (for in-state tuition) plus a registration fee of $15 per semester.

For maximum financial flexibility, check out our new extended payment payment plan, e-Cashier. For information visit: www.paradisevalley.edu/cashiers .




Register NOW for Summer Session II

PHOENIX, June 20, 2007 – PVCC Summer 2007 enrollment continues! Summer Session II begins July 2.

The Summer 2007 class schedule is available for pick-up on campus. The online interactive schedule is available for viewing at www.paradisevalley.edu/sc.html .

Hundreds of classes are available, including art, astronomy, behavioral health, biology, chemistry, computer studies, early childhood education, English, fire science, foreign languages, music, political science, physical education, sign language and more. Courses are offered in 5- and 8-week formats.

Registration is available by phone, fax or mail, in person or online. Classes fill quickly, so early registration is encouraged. To register by phone, call (602) 787-7000. To register online, visit www.pvc.maricopa.edu/admissions .

Tuition is affordable at $65 per credit hour (for in-state tuition) plus a registration fee of $15 per semester.

Think SUMMER and get ahead on your educational goals!

Free Smoking Cessation Classes Begin July 9 at PVCC

PHOENIX, June 20, 2007 – Paradise Valley Community College will host free smoking cessation classes on campus beginning July 9. The six-week session runs through August 13 and is held at the Kranitz Student Center, Rm 212 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. The class is offered by the Maricopa County Tobacco Use Prevention Program.

According to the Maricopa County Tobacco Use Prevention Program (MACTUPP) website, tobacco products contain nicotine which is a highly addictive substance. Nicotine actually changes the way the brain reacts and affects your moods and actions. The truth is if you are currently smoking or chewing tobacco daily, you are probably addicted to nicotine. Scientists believe nicotine changes brain chemicals. Nicotine increases the brain chemical, dopamine, which is located in the pleasure center of the brain. Your body becomes used to the increased dopamine levels and its gratifying affects. When you stop using tobacco, the dopamine levels go down and you begin to feel the withdrawal symptoms.

To register, please contact the Maricopa County Tobacco Use Prevention Program (MACTUPP) at 602-372-7272 .

To learn more about tobacco addiction, quit tips, and more, please visit www.mactupp.org

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs, and noncredit continuing education. PVCC is located just one half mile west of SR-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive. PVCC is one of the 10 Maricopa Community Colleges, and serves more than 8,500 students year round.


EVENT FACT SHEET

What:
Free Smoking Cessation Class

When:
July 9 through August 13, 2007
6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Where:
Paradise Valley Community College, KSC Room 212
18401 N 32nd St, Phoenix

Who:
Offered by the Maricopa County Tobacco Use Prevention Program

Cost:
Free

Registration/Information:
602-327-7272


Students: Deadline extended to June 28 for MCC Foundation Scholarship Applications

PHOENIX, June 20, 2007 – Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation
presents...

More 2007-08 Scholarship Opportunities!!!

The application due date has been extended until Thursday, June 28th, at 4 p.m.

Students with with financial need are encouraged to apply!

Remaining scholarships range from $250-$1,250 per year for students in all fields, including nursing, photography, manufacturing, mining, construction, computer science, and mathematics!

View scholarship criteria and applications at:
www.maricopa.edu/resdev/scholarships/apply.php

Registration Phone Number Change

PHOENIX, June 6, 2007 – Paradise Valley Community College has a new registration telephone number. Effectively immediately, call (602)787-7000 for phone registration.

PVCC's Summer Hours Announced

PHOENIX, May 11, 2007 – Summer hours of operation have been set for the campus.
Student services offices, the library, and other campus offices will have different hours of operation beginning May 14, 2007, through mid-August.

Check here for a detailed listing:

www.pvc.maricopa.edu/summerhours.html

USA Today awards PVCCs Katie Gault top scholar honors

PHOENIX, April 16, 2007 – Monday, April 16, USA Today newspaper announced that Paradise Valley Community Colleges Kathleen Katie Gault is one of the top scholars in the nation. The newspaper ran a story and printed the names of the First Team for their All-USA Academic Team: Gaults was among the 20 listed.

I was shocked and thrilled at the same time, says Gault, who will turn 20 in May. The First Team thats such an honor! I wanted it, but I didnt really expect it.

The national honor comes with a college scholarship.

To be named to the First Team there are three teams total -- a student must first be nominated by his or her college president for competition on the community college level. The competition then moves on to the state level, where Gault was named to the All-Arizona Academic Team, receiving a cash scholarship and a two-year tuition waiver to any Arizona university. Gault, a Phoenix resident and daughter of two Phoenix Police officers, chose U of A, where she will major in media arts with the aim of eventually becoming a screenwriter.

My dream job is to be head writer for Saturday Night Live, she says. But I know how fickle show business can be, so Ill study everything about the industry -- management, production, post-production, editing, all that stuff. If writing doesnt work out for me, Ill have all those others areas to fall back on.

According to the USA Today article, the 20 First Team members were selected from more than 1,500 nominees, with the winners excelling academically in disciplines ranging from nursing to mechanical engineering. Involvement in student organizations and community projects was also a factor. With a 3.9-plus GPA, Gault was found outstanding in every area. In her two years at PVCC, she has been a member of the Student Leadership Council, the Student Honors Advisory Board, AmeriCorps and Project Ayuda, which helps those in need.

As part of the All-USA Academic Team competition, each student wrote an essay about his most memorable college experience. Gaults essay was titled, Service Is Joy, which discussed the joy she found raising funds for a needy Sunnyslope family, helping to renovate their run-down house, and teaching computer skills to their children.

In my time with the family, I saw two very diverse cultures come together and accept one another, Gault wrote. The insight that I gathered in such a short amount of time changed my perspective on society and culture.

This is the second year in a row that a PVCC student has been honored on the national level. Last year, PVCCs Josh Brox was named to the Second Team.

The All-USA Academic Team is sponsored by USA Today, the American Association of Community Colleges, and Phi Theta Kappa, an honors organization of which Gault is a member.


Continuing Education Summer Schedule Available

PHOENIX, April 3, 2007 – The Continuing Education Summer 2007 Schedule is now available on campus and online at:
www.paradisevalley.edu/ce

Highlights of the Summer Session include:

* Kids College - with 20 classes for students ages 6-14. The expanded program includes the classes: Secret Agent, Mystery Minds, Beautiful Confidence, Fun with Architecture, Ecology and Conservation and more!
* There are 11 new Continuing Education classes offered in the summer.

In addition:

* Spring classes are still underway with many more to be held.
* The inaugural Student and Faculty Art Exhibit will be held April 18-May 17 in the Library, with an opening reception, April 18, 6:30-7:30pm

For more information, contact the Division of Continuing Education at (602) 787-6800

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Kids College Now in its 12th Summer - Register Your Children Now

PHOENIX, March 30, 2007 – This summer young students at PVCC will be programming robots, building rockets, becoming secret agents, designing computer games and creating their own cartoon characters.

Children ages 6-14 will have the opportunity to do these activities and much more when the college hosts their 12th annual Kids College June 18-28 and July 9-19. The program hosts a variety of enriching, yet educational, courses which are designed to enable children to expand their academic skills while having fun and making new friends. Most classes are held from 8am noon or 1 5pm and range from $95-$379.

For more information visit www.pvc.maricopa.edu/ce/kids.htm

Special Enrollment Day for PVCC North Set for April 18 at Cactus Shadows High School

PHOENIX, March 30, 2007 – Paradise Valley Community College North, located on the campus of Cactus Shadows High School, 5802 E. Dove Valley Road, Scottsdale, is now registering students for the Fall 2007 semester. Classes start August 20. Tuition is affordable at $65 per credit hour (for in-state students), plus a registration fee of $15 per semester.

More than 30 credit and non-credit classes are available at PVCC North, including aerobics, art, ceramics, computer technology, dance, English, finance, history, life enrichment, Spanish, writing and publishing, and more.

Students can register for PVCC North classes right away at PVCC's main campus, 18401 N. 32nd St. (32nd Street and Union Hills); by phone at (602) 493-2669; or online at www.paradisevalley.edu/pvccnorth . On April 18, from 2:45 p.m. until 6:30, PVCC North will be holding a special enrollment/testing day at its Cactus Shadows High School campus, which is located off the intersection of Carefree Highway and 56th Street.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs, and noncredit continuing education.

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PVCC Hosts Relay for Life April 13 for American Cancer Society

PHOENIX, March 29, 2007 – By taking part in Relay for Life, you can help save a life and have a good time while doing so. From 6 p.m. Friday, April 13, until 6 a.m. Saturday, April 14, community individuals, church and civic groups, cancer survivors, and more than 30 teams of volunteers will take part in the annual Relay for Life at Shoenhair Field, Paradise Valley Community College, 32nd Street and Union Hills, Phoenix. The annual event, sponsored by the American Cancer Society, raises money for cancer prevention and research.

Its an awesome, awesome time, says Chris Hunt, the chairperson of PVCCs event. Relay for Life is like a big slumber party, with entertainment, food, games, raffles, and our Miss Relay Fashion Contest, with guys dressing like girls! We've lined up a whole night of special events for the kids, too. Face painting, a moon jump, hip hop, music and more. There's even a peeps eating contest!

The event is free, Hunt says. You dont have to be a member of a team to show up. Everyone is welcome to join in the fun. Last year we attracted around 500 people and we suspect that this year therell be even more.

Each team taking part in the relay collects donations, then camps out in the center of Shoenhair Field for the night-long festivities. Relay for Life is not a true relay or race, but one person from each team will be walking the track at all times.

Although thousands of Relay for Life events take place throughout the world, PVCCs relay has proven especially successful. In 2005, the first year PVCC held the event, six teams raised a total of $6,000 for cancer research and cancer services. Last year a total of 15 teams raised $25,000. More than 30 teams taking part this year, with a fund-raising goal of $40,000.

For all the fun that is to be found at Relay for Life, Hunt says the event is an emotional time, too. During the opening ceremonies, we celebrate our cancer survivors. At 9 p.m., we hold the Ceremony of Hope, a luminaria service where we light candles all round the track and a bagpipe plays in honor of those who are no longer with us.

The registration deadline for Relay for Life is April 9. Those interested in become part of a relay team can register online at www.acsevents.org/relay/az/northvalley . You do not have to be on a team or register to attend the event.


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Fall 2007 Enrollment Has Begun!

PHOENIX, March 21, 2007 – PVCC Fall 2007 enrollment has begun.

The Fall 2007 class schedule is available for pick-up on campus. The online interactive schedule is available for viewing at www.paradisevalley.edu/sc.html .

Fall Semester begins August 18 -- over 800 classes are available in traditional format (in-classroom, 16-week) and flexible/alternative delivery format choices (such as Online, FlexExpress, Open Entry Online, Guided Independent Learning formats -- see www.paradisevalley.edu/choices).

Registration is available by phone, fax or mail, in person or online. Classes fill quickly, so early registration is encouraged. To register by phone, call (602) 787-7000. To register online, visit www.pvc.maricopa.edu/admissions .

Tuition is affordable at $65 per credit hour (for in-state tuition) plus a registration fee of $15 per semester.

Please note that the tuition payment deadline for Fall 2007 semester has changed from previous years. For students who register now through June 15, the new tuition payment deadline is June 15. For students who register for classes AFTER June 15, fall tuition is due on the close of business each Wednesday.

Don't be disappointed by having the classes you've enrolled in canceled due to lack of payment. Make arrangements for payment within these deadlines. One option is to use the new extended payment payment plan, e-Cashier. For information visit: www.paradisevalley.edu/cashiers .




Notice to Students: Proposition 300 Information

PHOENIX, March 8, 2007 – 
Dear Student:

In order to better assist you with the registration process at all of the Maricopa Community Colleges, we want to inform you of some important changes that are being implemented in response to the passage of Proposition 300. The Maricopa Colleges will be requiring all students to answer a series of new questions on college enrollment forms. In addition, students taking credit courses may be required to provide acceptable documentation as proof of residency, such as birth certificate, Arizona drivers license or identification card and official immigration papers. Proof of residency does not apply to non-credit courses.

It is important to know that the new law does not prevent anyone from enrolling in the Maricopa Community Colleges. However, the law does require that students who are not citizens or legal residents pay out-of-state tuition which is currently $90 per credit hour for students taking less than 7 credit hours and $280 per credit hour for students taking seven or more credit hours.

The law further states that persons who are not citizens or legal residents are not entitled to tuition waivers, fee waivers, grants, scholarship assistance, financial aid, tuition assistance or any type of financial assistance that is subsidized with state monies.

We invite you to visit www.maricopa.edu/Prop300 for additional information about the new law and what is considered acceptable documentation to verify residency. In addition, the Admissions and Records staffs at each of the Maricopa Colleges remain ready to assist you in any way they can.

We look forward to your continued enrollment at the Maricopa Community College of your choice.

Sincerely,

Steven R. Helfgot, Ed.D.
Vice Chancellor, Student & Community Affairs



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DR. LYNNE D. KITEI, "THE PHOENIX LIGHTS" AUTHOR SPEAKS AT PVCC

PHOENIX, March 6, 2007 – DR. LYNNE D. KITEI, "THE PHOENIX LIGHTS" AUTHOR SPEAKS AT PVCC


WHEN: 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 28, 2007
WHERE: Center for the Performing Arts, Paradise Valley Community College, 18401 N. 32nd St., Phoenix
ADMISSION: $8 general, $5 students and seniors
INFORMATION: (602) 787-7738

Dr. Lynne D. Kitei, M.D., author of the book, "The Phoenix Lights: A Skeptic's Discovery that We Are Not Alone," will speak March 28, at Paradise Valley Community College, about her experiences documenting the famed state-wide sightings in 1997 of the phenomena some have called UFOs. In addition to Dr. Lynne's talk and PowerPoint presentation showing photographs and video stills of the hovering lights, she will unveil the never-before seen picture that compelled her to come forward and share her story with the world.

I had been taking 35mm pictures and videos of the lights from my Paradise Valley home for two years before the mass sightings in Arizona, but after so many thousands of people saw them on March 13, 1997, I knew I had to do something, Dr. Lynne says.

At that time Dr. Lynne was the Chief Clinical Consultant at the Arizona Heart Institutes Imaging/Prevention/Wellness Center, but she began devoting more and more time to the investigation of the phenomenon. I approached it like the scientist I am, and what I discovered is simply astounding, she says. Her 750-page journal and notes were eventually condensed into the best-selling 220 page book, "The Phoenix Lights," released in March, 2004.

"This topic has been so riddled with controversy and ridicule and criticism that I didn't know what to expect when the book came out," she says. "But I was greatly encouraged by its reception. Many other people, including doctors and doctors' wives actually took me aside and began to share their own experiences with the Phoenix Lights. We need to get this subject out in the open so that we can address it and move forward. Other cultures and countries accept the phenomena as a way of life, and it's time we did, too."

Dr. Lynne points out that our Solar System is a relatively new one, and that many systems are billions of years older. "There may be places out there billions of years ahead of us in technical advancement. Just because we don't see them, or usually don't see them, doesn't mean they don't exist. After all, it was only after the invention of the microscope that we began to realize that there are billions of tiny living entities not visible to the naked eye."

After Dr. Lynne's talk and PowerPoint presentation, she will answer questions and sign her book and DVD. To learn more about Dr. Lynne, go to www.thephoenixlights.net



Artist Beth Shadur to visit PVCC March 20, 2007

PHOENIX, March 1, 2007 – As part of Womens History Month, artist Beth Shadur will lecture and present slides from 2 to 4:40 p.m. March 20, 2007, in the Center for the Performing Arts at Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC).

Shadur is curator of the Poetic Dialogue Project, a unique exhibition that features the poetry of 10 women whose writing is based on the work of 21 artists. In the traveling exhibit, the poetry and art are hung side by side. Shadur, an artist-in-education for the Illinois Arts Council and former executive director of Chicagos ARC Gallery, worked on the idea with Arizona poet Dr. Lois Roma-Deeley, Creative Writing professor and poet-in-residence at PVCC.

Shadurs work has been exhibited widely in solo and group exhibitions at the Art Institute of Chicago; the Drawing Center, New York City; the Hudson River Museum, Yonkers, N.Y.; the Butler Institute of Art, Youngstown, Ohio; and the Colorado Springs Art Museum, Colorado Springs, Colo. She has created more than 125 large murals as public, private and community art projects in both the United States and Great Britain. Her work appears in Twentieth Century Watercolors; The Special Unit, Barlinnie Prison: Its evolution through its art; Community Murals: The Peoples Art; and Art and Cartography. Shadur has lectured widely on community arts in both the United States and abroad.

The event is sponsored by the PVCC Creative Writing Program, and is free and open to the public. Reservations are not required. For more information, contact Dr. Lois Roma-Deeley at (602) 787-6577.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education. PVCC is conveniently located to North Phoenix, Scottsdale, the Town of Paradise Valley, Cave Creek and Carefree, just one-half mile west of SR-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.

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Duke Ellington Tribute Concert--Sat. March 3

PHOENIX, February 28, 2007 – FUNDRAISER SPOTLIGHTS DUKE ELLINGTON & COTTON CLUB

Special Event to Support Student Scholarships and Guest Artist Performances at PVCC

Dr. Christopher Scinto, chair of the Division of Fine of Performing Arts at Paradise Valley Community College, has announced a special event fundraiser, A Tribute to Duke Ellington and the Cotton Club, on Saturday, March 3rd at the Center for the Performing Arts.

The event begins at 5:30 p.m. with a silent auction featuring original artwork by local artists. The main stage performance begins at 7:30 p.m. with music provided by the PVCC Puma Jazz Band and dance performances by Valley swing duo, Sarah Barkworth and Steve Conrad. Tickets are $25 and include refreshments and a dessert buffet. Proceeds from this event will benefit student scholarships and arts programming. The Center for the Performing Arts is located at 34th Street and Union Hills in North Phoenix. For tickets, please call 602.787.7738.

Scinto commented, Many regard Duke Ellington as the most important figure to emerge from the U.S. jazz scene in the 20th Century. The word jazz was too narrow for Ellington; his timeless music defies category. He added, This special concert celebrates the music of Duke Ellington and the colorful heyday of Harlems Cotton Club and its significant contribution to Americas cultural identity. Musical selections include such pop standards as Don't Get Around Much Anymore, Do Nothin' Till You Hear from Me, Satin Doll, In A Mellow Tone, Take the "A" Train and It Don't Mean a Thing.

As the one of the latest additions to the Valleys rapidly-expanding cultural scene, the Center for the Performing Arts opened to great acclaim in October, 2005. The fully-professional theatre houses student productions, touring acts and educational programs, and is utilized for instructional purposes. The venue is outfitted with the latest technology and contains state-of-the-art lighting system, sound and audio visual equipment, as well as an orchestra pit and seating that accommodates approximately 300 patrons. For additional information about the Center, please visit the website at www.paradisevalley.edu/cpa .
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Campus Closed Monday, February 19 - Presidents Day

PHOENIX, February 15, 2007 – The PVCC campus will be closed on Monday, February 19, 2007 in observance of Presidents Day

PVCC hosts MCCD Transfer Awareness Week Activities Feb 22

PHOENIX, February 7, 2007 – PVCC will be one of the hosts for the MCCD 4th Annual Transfer Awareness Week February 20-23, 2007. The Transfer Partner Schools will be on the PVCC campus on Thursday, February 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Over 45 higher education institutions will be present including Arizona's public universities. All sessions are free.

Maricopas Transfer Awareness Week is designed to provide information about transfer and create opportunities for students, faculty, and advisors to meet with Maricopa Transfer Partners. College and university partners from around the country will come together on our campuses and assist prospective transfer students with understanding their degrees and programs.

Faculty and advisors can also meet with partners to explore opportunities to expand access to baccalaureate degrees.

In continued support of student success, Maricopa faculty and staff will learn more about the various transfer opportunities our students have before them. Transfer Awareness Week will be held across Maricopa.

For more information, visit Maricopa Transfer Week

http://www.maricopa.edu/transferweek/



College Goal Sunday Feb 11 - Your Ticket to College

PHOENIX, February 7, 2007 – PVCC Office of Student Financial Assistance is proud to host the annual College Goal Sunday

February 11, 2007
2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
PVCC Studio Theater (M-Bldg)

Watch the PVCC Financial Aid web site for more information

Financial Aid

Or visit College Goal Sunday
www.collegegoalsunday.com

- Free help to complete the financial aid form (FAFSA) to get money for college
- Online FAFSA completion available
- Financial Aid workshops
- Chance to win scholarships, Dell laptops, PDA's, backpacks, and more!

This FREE event is open to all current and new/prospective college students.

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Experimental Arts Festival Returns for Second Year

PHOENIX, February 2, 2007 – After the success of the inaugural edition of the PHOENIX EXPERIMENTAL ARTS FESTIVAL last year, Dr. Christopher Scinto, chair for the Performing and Fine Arts Division at Paradise Valley Community College, has announced a second year to showcase the edgier, avant-garde artists who are pushing the boundaries in the visual and performing arts. The PHOENIX EXPERIMENTAL ARTS FESTIVAL, co-sponsored by the Phoenix New Times, will be presented February 9th and 10th, 2007, at the Center for the Performing Arts in North Phoenix. This years festival includes the addition of visual arts including installations in the lobby gallery by Kjel Alkire, David Bradley and Adria Pecora. The lobby opens at 5:30 p.m. with main stage performances at 7:30 p.m.
Highlights of the performances on Friday, February 9th include an appearance by Crossing 32nd Street featuring the world premiere of a new composition by Barry Moon and an avant-garde piece of music for cello performed with a live painter. Musician Issac Wallis will present Nimis, a digital composition for a computer programmed in Python. CONDER/dance, a local dance company, will present The Private Sector, a dance work that takes a searing look at the underside of private relationships, conflicts and fears. Next, choreographer Mary Fitzgerald will present Dream Work - The Poetics of Human/Nature, inspired by the poetry of Mary Oliver. Fitzgeralds work was funded by a 2006 Artists Project Grant from the Arizona Commission on the Arts.

Crossing 32nd Street kicks off Saturdays performance with Alloy, a composition for four percussionists/ readers forged on the concept that a metal alloy takes on both the strongest and weakest properties of its constituent elements. Essentially a structured improvisation, the four performers are perpetually modulating each other via the smelting pot of real-time computer processing. Crossing 32nd Street will also present Michael Gordon's XY, a musical piece about rhythmic interaction.

Theatre in My Basement returns to the Festival on Saturday with Deseo/Desire," a multi-media performance by Chris Danowski and Natalia Jaeger. This performance draws images and words together,
including a television show for a new millennium, a new lie that a cynical generation can believe, and a singularly one-armed lobster. Deseo/Desire," contains mature themes, adult subject matter, nudity, strong images, and multiple languages, some of which are illegal in wartime.

This performance also includes Via Corpo Dance Research, who will present The Perfect Crime, choregraphed by Aroldo Fernandes. This is the story of the murder of reality and the extermination of an illusion. Desert Dance Theatre will perform Quereres (Desires). Choreographer Lisa Chow commented, In human characteristics such as sex, illness and death, identity is perpetually changing. This is the body as projection of self, the individual appropriation of desire, of ones appearance, ones image. If the body is no longer a site of otherness but of identification, then we have urgently to become reconciled with it, repair it, perfect it, turn it into an ideal object. And it is the bodys resemblance to its model which becomes a source of eroticism and seduction."

As the one of the latest additions to the Valleys rapidly-expanding cultural scene, the Center for the Performing Arts opened to great acclaim in October, 2005. The fully-professional theatre is equipped for music, theater and dance productions plus film presentations. In addition, the lobby space serves as an art gallery. The multi-use facility houses student productions, touring acts and educational programs, and will be utilized for instructional purposes. The venue is outfitted with the latest technology and contains state-of-the-art lighting system, sound and audio visual equipment, as well as an orchestra pit and seating that accommodates approximately 300 patrons.
Admission is free to the lobby gallery events. Tickets to the main stage performances are $12 for adults and $8 for seniors and students. All events are intended for an adult audience with strong language and mature themes.

The Center for the Performing Arts is conveniently located at 34th Street and Union Hills at the east end of the campus of Paradise Valley Community College in North Phoenix. Newly-expanded parking is free. For additional information or reservations, please call 602.787.7738 or on the web at www.paradisevalley.edu/cpa or artcite.net.

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Testing Center Closed Feb. 2, 2007

PHOENIX, January 26, 2007 – The Assessment/ Testing Center will be closed on Friday, February 2.

Spring 2007 Late-Start Classes Still Available

PHOENIX, January 23, 2007 – The spring semester is well underway, but it is still not too late to
enroll in many of Paradise Valley Community College's (PVCCs) special late start courses.

These classes some of which are accepting registration as late as
April -- appeal to a variety of student interests. They include several
sections of Theater, Dance, English and Communication, Emergency Medical
Technology, Fire Science, Health Science, Early Childhood Education,
Computer Science, Personal Development, Psychology, International
Business, Real Estate, Political Science, and Geology and Sociology
and thats just to name a few!

Also available for late entrants are PVCCs individualized study
programs in GIL (Guided Independent Learning), in which students work
with experienced faculty in self-designed mentor situations; and OEO
(Open Entry Online) computer classes.

To find out which of our late-entry classes and/or programs suit your
particular needs, contact (602) 787-7411.

Or to view the online class schedule for available "late start" classes go to www.paradisevalley.edu/sc.html -- under the "Spring 2007" section click on the "Available" link. Classes are listed by course prefix.

Its never too late to learn...or to get started!


A Message to Students from Chancellor Rufus Glasper

PHOENIX, January 19, 2007 – A MESSAGE TO THE STUDENTS OF THE MARICOPA COMMUNITY COLLEGES

You may have arrived on campus this week to find sheriffs officers working in some of our offices, or have seen news stories describing these activities. Since you may have questions, Im writing to assure you that we will not let this activity deter us from fulfilling our mission as an educational institution. You will continue to receive the same high quality education that you have every reason to expect from us.

On January 17, Maricopa County Sheriffs Deputies with search warrants arrived at the District Office and Mesa, Estrella Mountain, and Scottsdale Community Colleges. The deputies are looking into matters that have been discussed in the press over the past several months. The district knew about the inquiry and, in fact, had been providing the Sheriffs Department with information prior to their visits. We continue to cooperate fully.

The sheriffs department inquiry relates in-part, to the districts own internal audit reports from the past several years. Those audits resulted in some findings of misuse of public funds and the need to enhance internal controls. In response, weve taken corrective action, including dismissing an employee, requesting reimbursements from other employees, and conducting procedural reviews.

More recently, there were some other matters brought to my attention by newspaper reporters. In response, I called for internal reviews and placed an employee on administrative leave. I also initiated other actions including the formation of a Blue Ribbon Panel to make recommendations on internal processes, and requested an external third party review of one program. This multi-faceted effort is moving forward, and we remain committed to high ethical standards and the responsible stewardship of public funds.

In short, whenever we have uncovered or been made aware of potential wrongdoing, we have investigated, have taken, and will continue to take appropriate action. As a public institution, we take our responsibility for public resources, including the money you pay us, very seriously. Whats more, we believe we have an obligation to share with you not only what we do right, but also what we may need to improve.

Rest assured that we remain committed to our fundamental mission of teaching and learning, and will continue to do whatever it takes to provide you with the best education possible. The success of our 10 colleges is built on the many significant contributions and accomplishments of our staff, faculty and students.

Thank you for the faith youve placed in us. I assure you that we remain focused on helping you reach your educational goals.

Respectfully,


Rufus Glasper
Chancellor


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Parking Lot Map
New Parking Lot Is Now Open

PHOENIX, January 12, 2007 – After months of planning and construction, PVCCs new East parking lot and the final segments of the campus circular ring road are now open. The 250-space lot is located east of M-Building and southeast of E-Building. The north end of the lot is marked for employee parking and the south side of the second row is reserved for PVCC college vans. These areas are painted yellow and signs will be posted.

CAUTIONARY NOTICE OF RISK: As this new lot is adjacent to the Maricopa County Paradise Valley Golf Course, there is a risk of damage from stray golf balls. THE MARICOPA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT, MARICOPA COUNTY, and THE GOLF COURSE MANAGEMENT ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE OR BODILY INJURY ON CAMPUS FROM GOLF BALLS. If anyone is concerned about property damage to their vehicles, or bodily injury from stray balls, they are encouraged to park in one of the other campus parking lots. Signs will be posted to inform everyone of this risk. The college district and Maricopa County are working together on installation of netting between the golf course and the campus. We anticipate that project will be completed in the next few months.

Emergency phones for this lot are not yet installed. Please see map for locations of the nearest emergency phones. This lot currently has one security camera. M-Building cameras will also survey the lot. More cameras are planned in the future. The large circle/turnaround area is to accommodate fire trucks. No parking is allowed in this area.

DRIVING and THE RING ROAD: Pedestrians will be crossing this ring road at many spots, so please drive with caution and observe the 15MPH posted speed limit. Be especially cautious near the Childrens Center where they have a drop off area for children in front. The speed limit in this area is 5 MPH. Additionally, watch for pedestrians in the cross walk in front of the Fitness Center.

If you have any questions, please contact our Office of College Safety at (602)787-7900.

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PVCC to open new academic building

PHOENIX, January 3, 2007 – Paradise Valley Community College will celebrate the opening of a new academic building on its campus with a ribbon cutting and reception on Friday, Jan 12 at 1 p.m. The ceremony is free and open to the public. The building, located at the south end of the college campus, will house the college's Allied Health program, including Nursing, Nurse Assisting, Fire Science/ EMT, and Paramedics. In addition, PVCC's Athletics Program and Facilities Services offices will share the space.

The building is a single story, 4,462 square foot structure which includes classrooms, an allied health skills lab, nine private offices plus workstations, and a reception area.
Architect for the project is Gabor Lorant Architects, Inc., with construction by Arizona-based ESB Modular Manufacturing. Paradise Valley Community College is located at 18401 N. 32nd St. in Phoenix, near the SR-51 and the Loop 101. For more information, contact the college at (602)787-7774.


LifeQuest short Computer Workshops + Online Offerings

PHOENIX, December 22, 2006 – Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) will offer 34 online computer classesits most everthis spring semester, which begins in January.

Business and personal computing courses include introductory, intermediate and advanced training in Microsoft programs such as Windows, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook. In addition, computer typing and keyboarding, 10-Key by Touch, web development and e-commerce, programming fundamentals, and LAN class are slated. Many of the classes are in an open entry/open exit self-paced format where students work at their own pace, completing course work by the end of the semester, May 4, 2007.

Classes can be completed off campus, at PVCCs state-of-the-art Computer Commons ($15 additional fee), or both. Students choosing to work from home must have access to a computer with a high-speed Internet connection. Courses range from one-half to three credits, and can be taken for a letter grade or pass/no credit.

For a complete listing of online classes, log on to www2.pvc.maricopa.edu/online. To register for a class, call PVCC Telephone Registration at (602) 493-2669.

LifeQuest: New computer workshop series targeted at Generation B

PVCC has launched a new series of education programs, "LifeQuest," for Boomers and active older adults.

Looking for relaxed, short-term (1-2 day) computer workshops? Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) is now offering the LifeQuest Personal Computer Series, a new program for beginners, people returning to work, and active older adults. Everyone is welcome, but these classes are conducted at a more relaxed pace and with smaller class sizes. There are no exams. Classes are offered in Pass/No Credit format. Courses include:
Getting Started with the Computer
Living Online
Securing Your Computer
Creative Scanning of Photos
Creating an Effective Resume on the Computer
How to Create a MS PowerPoint presentation

For more information about LifeQuest classes at PVCC or questions about specific classes, call 602-787-6720.
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PVCC features new outdoor fitness adventure courses

PHOENIX, December 12, 2006 – The Health & Exercise Science Division at Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) will introduce a group of new courses this spring geared toward the outdoor adventure enthusiast. Courses include Boot camp, Nordic Walking, Fun & Fitness, and Weekend Warrior.

Outdoor Fitness Adventures: Boot camp (PED 102AF, 1 unit) is a fresh-air class that will consist of power walking and jogging to improve cardiovascular endurance, followed by muscle endurance drills and flexibility training. Calisthenics, drills and circuit stations will be used to create an exercise routine that is challenging, but fun. All fitness levels are welcome.

Nordic Walking (PED 102IJ, 1 unit) encompasses the newest cardio fitness craze. Nordic Walking uses two specially designed poles to work the upper body while walking. Like cross-country skiing, the poles are used by the arms to match each step the person takes. Walking poles are provided ($15 additional class fee).

Outdoor Fitness Adventures: Fun & Fitness (PED 103AF, .5 unit) is a playful outdoor approach to power walking, strength, core, flexibility and balance training. It is geared toward people in need of physical conditioning, though all ability levels are welcome. Parents with children in jogger strollers also are welcome to participate.

Outdoor Fitness Adventures: Weekend Warrior (PED 103AF, .5 unit) is perfect for the individual who wants to be in shape to enjoy recreational sports adventures. This invigorating class includes interval training, speed and agility training, and functional strength work using the natural terrain and outdoor structures; and core and balance training at a more challenging level. The activities can be modified individually for varying fitness levels.

For class details, see the PVCC spring 2007 class schedule available at the college, or call Terri Warner at (602) 787-7272. To register by phone, call (602) 493-2669. To register online, visit http://www.pvc.maricopa.edu/admissions from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. The classes cost $65 per credit hour.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education. PVCC is located just one-half mile west of I-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.

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PVCC offers new course in digital information

PHOENIX, December 11, 2006 – Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) will introduce a new course this spring. Information Skills in the Digital Age will cover such topics as the history of information, e-commerce, the challenges of working with digital information, identity theft and online security.

The three-unit course will be taught in two sections. One section will meet from 1:30 to 2:45 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the spring semester. A second section will meet from 9 a.m. to noon five Fridays between Feb. 9 and April 6, 2007. To register by phone, call (602) 493-2669. To register online, visit http://www.pvc.maricopa.edu/admissions. All Maricopa Community College classes are held at a cost of $65 per credit hour. For more information, call Cinthya Ippoliti at (602) 787-7209.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education. PVCC is located just one-half mile west of I-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.

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PVCC offers international business program

PHOENIX, December 4, 2006 – Today you can buy a Big Mac in 119 different countries, enter Disneys Magic Kingdom on three continents and enjoy a Starbucks latte in more than 368 locations in Japan.

At the same time, a German firm now owns Chrysler Corporation and a British company holds the reins of Ben & Jerrys ice cream.

Never before has international business been so important and so complex. To operate successfully in todays business environment, students must be aware of the global market and cultures.

I have watched savvy American firms with great business plans fail dramatically simply because they did not understand cultural differences, says Lynne Reaves, a former international business executive in Hong Kong and Europe and now an instructor at Paradise Valley Community College. International business is fascinating, but it is not to be entered into lightly.

Experts in international business agree that even U.S. businessmen and businesswomen who are not interested entering the international business arena should be aware of the global marketplace since all businesses today are affected to some degree by the interdependent global economy.

To help students better understand the global trends in todays business environment PVCCs international education specialization provides students with the opportunity to gain knowledge and plan careers.
The international business program at PVCC has evolved through the years and is now a component of the general business degree. This degree has been modified to include a core area. Additionally, students select an area of specialization. Courses include: International Marketing, Cultural Awareness For International Trade, International Law and Basics of Import/Export Operations.

These courses are being offered through the Choices @PVCC, an online distance learning program that allows students the flexibility to fit classes into their busy schedules. For more information about PVCCs international business program, call (602) 787-6726 or visit http://www2.pvc.maricopa.edu/bus/ccl_5742.htm.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education. PVCC is located just one-half mile west of SR-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.

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PVCC occupational program graduates honored

PHOENIX, December 4, 2006 – Paradise Valley Community College graduated its first class of paramedics Nov. 17. Twenty-four students were honored in a ceremony at the Center for the Performing Arts. Valedictorians Robin Farran and Aaron Lehr joined class speakers Doug Hamrick and Robert Krayeski before a standing-room-only crowd that included Program Director Capt. Daniel Donahue, and instructors Scott Bain, Robert Dotterer, Jim Laubmeier and Ed Tirone.

PVCC will hold its second Nursing Graduation and Pinning Ceremony at the Center for the Performing Arts Dec. 13. Josie Pirie will deliver the student address, after which degrees will be conferred upon 26 graduates. The PVCC nursing program is held in partnership with the John C. Lincoln Health Network.

Forty-three students will be honored in an awards ceremony at the Center for the Performing Arts Dec. 14 for completing the joint PVCC/Phoenix College Fire Operations Academy program under PVCCs Capt. Paul Sunder and Chief Dennis Dodt from PC.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education. PVCC is located just one-half mile west of I-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.

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PVCC hosts career workshops, job fair from Feb. 26 - Mar. 1

PHOENIX, December 4, 2006 – Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) Career Services will host a career exploration and job fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 1 as part of its Career Week Feb. 26 to March 1.

Local companies will have representatives at the fair. Additionally, PVCC Counseling faculty who are specialists in career exploration issues will conduct the following workshops from 7 to 8:30 p.m Feb. 26 through Mar. 1:

Discover Your Career Passion Feb. 26, 2007, by Diane Chapman, M.A.
Honing Your Rsum-writing Skills Feb. 27, 2006, by Marianne Auten, M.C.
Interviewing Skills Feb. 28, 2007, by Fred Wieck, M.S.

All workshops will be held in the Kranitz Student Center (KSC), Room 208. The career exploration and job fair location has not yet been announced.

For more information, contact PVCC Career Services at (602) 787-7073.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education. PVCC is conveniently located to North Phoenix, Scottsdale, the Town of Paradise Valley, Cave Creek and Carefree, just one-half mile west of SR-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.

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PVCC Theater presents play at Herberger Dec. 11-21

PHOENIX, November 22, 2006 – The PVCC Theater Department will present the short play Boughs of Folly as part of the Herberger Theater Centers Lunch Time Theater program Dec. 11 through 21 in the Performance Outreach Theater at the Herberger, 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix.

In the comedy Boughs of Folly, to save her church from financial disaster, Jewell Burge agrees to play Scrooge in A Christmas Carol fundraiser, but must convince her sister Belinda, a starving artist, to paint the scenery at no charge. The trouble is Belinda is already struggling to finish a mural for the local bowling alley!

Performances are 12:10 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays Dec. 12, 13, 14, 19, 20 and 21, with a preview performance at 7 p.m. Dec. 11. The one-act play lasts approximately 30 to 45 minutes. Tickets are $6 for the lunchtime performance and $3 for the preview performance (actors with a headshot and rsum get free admission to the preview performance). Attendees may bring their own lunch or pre-order a box lunch to be delivered by Cffea Caf. Lunch orders may be placed with the caf by 9 a.m. to (602) 373-6570 or via fax to (602) 271-0484. Online orders may be placed through the Cffea Caf Web site at www.coffeacafe.com.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education. PVCC is located just one-half mile west of I-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.



Dec. 1 workshop: Promoting and selling your artwork

PHOENIX, November 22, 2006 – Are you ready to get serious about the business side of your art? Whether you already are a successful working artist or you plan to begin a new career in the arts, you will benefit from ArtSmart: Promoting and Selling Your Art, a noncredit workshop offered from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 1 at Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC).

The cost for the course is $79. The course workbook is $10 and is payable to instructor John Attardi at the first class. Attardi, a 20-year veteran of artist studio management and promotion, has been teaching ArtSmart for more than nine years. Artists of all disciplines are welcome.

Preregistration for all classes is required. To register, or for more information, call the PVCC Division of Continuing Education at 602-787-6800 or visit them online at www.pvc.maricopa.edu/ce/.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education. PVCC is located just one-half mile west of I-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.


New PVCC program targeting boomers premieres with open house Jan. 12

PHOENIX, November 22, 2006 – To introduce its new LifeQuest noncredit programming for baby boomers and seniors, Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) will host an open house from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Jan. 12 in the Kranitz Student Center on the PVCC campus.

LifeQuest: Adventures in Learning is a collection of activities, cultural events, classes and other learning opportunities for seniors and baby boomers in the North Valley. LifeQuest programming will include classes in computers, readers theater, Spanish, exercise, career services, travel, Arizona and World War II history.

The open house will give area adults a chance to receive detailed information about programs, view demonstrations and register for classes. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call the PVCC Division of Continuing Education at 602-787-6800 or visit them online at www.pvc.maricopa.edu/ce/.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education. PVCC is located just one-half mile west of I-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.


PVCC presents free Lifelong Learning Seminar Series this spring

PHOENIX, November 22, 2006 – The Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) Counseling & Personal Development Division is offering free seminars this spring on a variety of personal development topics. The schedule is as follows:

Understanding Depression, 1:30 to 3 p.m. March 8, 2007 (presented by Ilyssa Swartout, Psy.D., psychotherapist)

Making Choices for Optimal Well-Being, Noon to 1 p.m. March 22, 2007 (presented by Rita Hartness, P.T., wellness consultant)

The Emotionally Abusive Relationship, 9 to 10:15 a.m. April 3, 2007 (presented by Catherine Mendoza, M.C., Faculty, PVCC Counseling Division)

Preparing for Finals, 9 to 10:15 a.m. April 19, 2007 (presented by Rick Sheets, Director, PVCC Learning Support Center)

The Art of Non-Defensive Communication, 1:30 to 3 p.m. April 30, 2007 (presented by Nancy Ronan, M.C., Adjunct Faculty, PVCC Counseling Division)

All seminars will be held in Room 208 of the Kranitz Student Center at PVCC, 18401 N. 32nd St., Phoenix.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education. PVCC is located just one-half mile west of SR-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.


PVCC spring 2007 noncredit class schedule available

PHOENIX, November 22, 2006 – The Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) spring 2007 noncredit schedule is available and registration for classes is in progress.

The new schedule lists more than 300 noncredit classes in the areas of business training, personal enrichment, professional development, finance, photography, computers, fine arts, languages, writing and publishing, and online learning. Fourteen courses are being offered at PVCC North at Black Mountain, with classes held at the Cactus Shadows High School in Cave Creek.

Forty-five new classes include How to Bring Toy Concepts into Reality, Lord of the Rings Literary Exploration and Arizona Hunter Education. Additionally, there are 10 new art classes and an expanded photography section.

New this year is LifeQuest: Adventures in Learning. This program will encompass all the campus has to offer seniors and boomers. Learning opportunities will include programs from academic, noncredit, fitness, counseling and career service divisions. A LifeQuest open house will be from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Jan. 12 in the Kranitz Student Center; adult learners will be able to view class demonstrations and register for classes.

To receive a copy of the noncredit schedule, call (602) 787-6800 or visit PVCCs Continuing Education Web site at www.paradisevalley.edu/ce. Registration can be done by phone, fax, mail or in person. Classes fill quickly, so early registration is encouraged. Look for savings packages offering a discount for taking multiple courses taught by the same instructor.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education. PVCC is located just one-half mile west of I-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.

Campus closed Nov. 23-26. Happy Thanksgiving!

PHOENIX, November 20, 2006 – Please note that the PVCC campus will be closed Thursday, November 23 through Sunday, November 26 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

Center for the Performing Arts shines in December!

PHOENIX, November 14, 2006 – The month of December offers a festive lineup of events showcasing the diverse talents of students and community members in the Center for the Performing Arts at Paradise Valley Community College. This exciting schedule of music and dance events, sponsored by the PVCC Division of Fine and Performing Arts, will appeal to all ages including several dates with free admission. The month kicks off with the FALL 2006 DANCE COLLECTION on Friday, December 1st, and Saturday, December 2nd. Experience an exhilarating evening of dance featuring the innovative work of Via Corpo Dance Research, the electrifying performance of Axe Capoeira Arizona, and diverse new dance works performed and choreographed by PVCC dance students, faculty and guest artists. This dance concert will present works by Valley choreographers Sonia Valle, Aroldo Fernandes, Erin Nielson, and Elizbeth Blore.

Immediately preceding the December 1st dance concert, the Department of Art will host a reception from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for the ANNUAL FALL STUDENT ART SHOW in the gallery of the Centers lobby. This dynamic exhibition displays student art work in various mediums and styles. The exhibit runs through December 15th. Refreshments will be provided and admission to the reception is free.

Audiences will enjoy three FREE concerts presented by the Department of Music starting on Wednesday, December 6th, featuring the PVCC Percussion, Guitar and Piano Ensembles and the PVCC Jazz Combo. On Thursday, December 7th, timeless harmonies and stirring melodies will be performed by the PVCC Community Chorus and the North Valley Chamber Orchestra. The concert series concludes on Friday, December 8th, with a lively concert by the PVCC Jazz Ensembles with a guest appearance by the Thunderbird High School Jazz Ensembles.

The best of Broadway takes center stage on Saturday, December 9th, when the PVCC Musical Theatre Workshop presents a new revue titled PARADISE ON BROADWAY. A talented ensemble will perform notable selections from the scores of Wicked, Spamalot, West Side Story, Kiss Me Kate, My Fair Lady and many other favorite shows from the Great White Way. Dan Kurek, a member of the PVCC faculty and director of the show, commented, We have put together a very entertaining evening of great selections from the musical theatre, past and present. And the grand finale is something you will not want to miss!

The festivities conclude on Tuesday, December 19th, with A Jazz Holiday Concert featuring Valley favorites Chris Doc Stewart and Dan Delaney. When virtuoso reed player Stewart and Ritz Carlton house pianist Delaney team up to play jazz arrangements of traditional Christmas classics, it certainly is time to celebrate. From the smooth tones of Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas to the hot licks of Go Tell It on the Mountain, these two celebrated musicians combine their different backgrounds and talents to put any audience in the holiday spirit. Stewart, a physician at the Mayo Clinic Emergency Room, grew up in Southern California and kept his chops in shape jamming and recording with artists like Louis Bellson, Bill Watrous, Matt Catingub, Toni Tennille and Woody Herman. Delaney has played with many jazz world headliners, but his accomplishments go far beyond tickling the ivories. He is also an author, educator and music education product entrepreneur. Both musicians are featured on the recent CD release, Phoenix: A Tribute to Cannonball Adderley, which soared to number fifteen on the jazz charts.

As the latest addition to the Valleys rapidly-expanding cultural scene, the Center for the Performing Arts opened to great acclaim last year. The fully-professional theatre is equipped for music, theater and dance productions plus film presentations. In addition, the lobby space serves as an art gallery. The multi-use facility houses student productions, touring acts and educational programs, and will be utilized for instructional purposes. The venue is outfitted with the latest technology and contains state-of-the-art lighting system, sound and audio visual equipment, as well as an orchestra pit and seating that accommodates approximately 300 patrons.

All events begin at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $12 for adults and $8 for seniors and students. The Center for the Performing Arts is conveniently located at 34th Street and Union Hills at the east end of the campus of Paradise Valley Community College in North Phoenix. For additional information or reservations, please call 602.787.7738.

PVCC hosts information session Nov. 3 about careers in engineering

PHOENIX, October 23, 2006 – Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) will host a free panel discussion and information session about careers in engineering Nov. 3. Be An Engineer will be from 1 to 3 p.m. in PVCCs Kranitz Student Center.

Representatives of the Arizona State University (ASU) Ira A. Fulton School of Engineering will join industry professionals to offer advice to would-be engineers. The following organizations will be represented at the event: The American Council of Engineering Companies of Arizona, Freescale Semiconductor, General Dynamics, Honeywell, Intel, Salt River Project and Wood/Patel. Free pizza and drinks will be served.

The event is sponsored by the Maricopa Engineering Transition Scholars (METS) program, which provides engineering and computer science community college transfer students a solid platform of workshops, mentoring, a study center with computer and printing access, and a variety of student resources and events to enhance their transition to ASU.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education. PVCC is conveniently located to North Phoenix, Scottsdale, the Town of Paradise Valley, Cave Creek and Carefree, just one-half mile west of I-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.


Smoke Alarm Awareness Walk to be held Nov. 4

PHOENIX, October 23, 2006 – The Fire Department Operations classes of Paradise Valley Community College and Phoenix College will participate in a Smoke Alarm Awareness Walk from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday in the North Valley as part of PVCCs Week of Awareness in conjunction with national Make A Difference Day.

Teams consisting of a student, a Phoenix Fire Department representative and a Spanish speaker will canvas homes in the Palomino area from Greenway to Bell Road and from 32nd Street to Cave Creek Road to educate residents in fire prevention and life safety, and to install smoke detectors in homes. More than 150 volunteers are expected to make the walk, which will begin at Palomino Elementary School, 15833 N. 29th St., Phoenix.

The city of Phoenix Mayors Office, the Phoenix Neighborhood Services Department and the Phoenix Fire Department are sponsoring the event.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education. PVCC is conveniently located to North Phoenix, Scottsdale, the Town of Paradise Valley, Cave Creek and Carefree, just one-half mile west of I-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.


American traveler to speak Nov. 9 at PVCC about life's passions

PHOENIX, October 23, 2006 – In April 2004, at the age of 28, Andrew Harrison quit his lucrative sales job, cashed in his nest egg, loaded up his SUV and took to the open road to talk to people about what makes them passionate about their work and life.

After 50,000 miles and nearly 90 cities, Harrison will be stopping in Phoenix to share his stories of inspiration. He will speak from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Nov. 9 in the Kranitz Student Center at Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC). The event is free and open to the public, and tickets are not required. For more information regarding Harrisons travels, visit his Web site at www.iamontheroad.com.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education. PVCC is conveniently located to North Phoenix, Scottsdale, the Town of Paradise Valley, Cave Creek and Carefree, just one-half mile west of I-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.


PVCC to hold astronomy events in November

PHOENIX, October 23, 2006 – Dr. Tim Titus of the U.S. Geological Survey will present a lecture on Martian Polar Caps: From Dry Ice Blizzards to Black Dry Ice Its Not Even a Nice Place to Visit from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Nov. 2 at Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC). The talk will be in the southeast corner of the PVCC Library, Room E-102, with doors opening at 7 p.m. for light refreshments and socializing.
Additionally, from 2 to 8 p.m. Nov. 8, a star observation party will take place celebrating the transit of Mercury Across the Sun. There are only 13 transits of Mercury each century.

A star party astronomy observation for all, with Planet Quest Treasure Hunt for kids, will take place from sunset to 10 p.m. Nov. 30. Participants will use PAS telescopes to hunt for objects in the sky; kids can earn prizes. Objects visible will include: waxing gibbous Moon, Orion, Gemini, Taurus, the Pleiades and Hyades, Great Square of Pegasus, Northern Cross, Vega, Capella, and Polaris. The star party will begin at 6 p.m. with a question-and-answer period.

Both observation events will be held weather permitting (in case of rain, heavy clouds or high wind, events will be canceled). For updated information, call (602) 787-6822. Observers should meet north of the PVCC Fitness Center, located at the south end of the campus. Parking is to the west of the Fitness Center. All events are free and open to the public.

The events are sponsored by the Phoenix Astronomical Society (PAS) www.pasaz.org, a Valley astronomy observation group, in conjunction with the PVCC Physics and Astronomy Department.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education. PVCC is conveniently located to North Phoenix, Scottsdale, the Town of Paradise Valley, Cave Creek and Carefree, just one-half mile west of I-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.


Poet Peggy Shumaker to appear Nov. 9 at PVCC

PHOENIX, October 23, 2006 – Poet Peggy Shumaker will hold a poetry reading and question-and-answer session from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. Nov. 9 in the Studio Theatre of the Center for the Performing Arts at Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC).

Shumaker, PVCCs fall visiting writer and scholar, will read from her newest book of poetry, Blaze, a collection of sensual Alaskan poems and paintings in collaboration with painter Kesler Woodward.

In 2007, the University of Nebraska Press will publish Just Breathe Normally, a book of nonfiction by Shumaker, whose previous books include Underground Rivers (Red Hen Press), Wings Moist from the Other World, The Circle of Totems, Braided River and Esperanzas Hair. Her poems have been published in Russia, Japan, Australia and England.

Shumaker grew up in Tucson, where she earned her B.A. in English and M.F.A. in creative writing from the University of Arizona. She was writer-in-residence for the Arizona Commission on the Arts. She currently teaches in the M.F.A. Rainier Writing Workshop in Washington.

The event is free and open to the public, and reservations are not required.
For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education. PVCC is conveniently located to North Phoenix, Scottsdale, the Town of Paradise Valley, Cave Creek and Carefree, just one-half mile west of I-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.


PVCC now enrolling for Spring Semester 2007, starts in January

PHOENIX, October 23, 2006 – The Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) spring 2007 course schedule will be available Thursday and registration for spring classes will begin Nov. 1.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education. Tuition is very affordable at $65 per credit hour (for in-state tuition) plus a registration fee of $15 per semester.

To receive a copy of the spring 2007 schedule, call (602) 787-6500. Or log onto the PVCC Web site at http://paradisevalley.edu after Nov. 1 to see a list of spring 2007 courses. Registration can be done by phone, fax or mail, or in person. Classes fill quickly, so early registration is encouraged. To register by phone, call (602) 493-2669. To register online, visit http://www.pvc.maricopa.edu/admissions.

PVCC is conveniently located to North Phoenix, Scottsdale, the Town of Paradise Valley, Cave Creek and Carefree, just one-half mile west of I-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.


Support our Troops 5K run and 1-mile fun run/walk Nov. 19

PHOENIX, October 23, 2006 – The Arizona Veterans Program Association (AVPA) will host the We Support Our Troops 5K Run and 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk Nov. 19 to benefit the AVPA scholarship fund.

The event will begin at 8 a.m. at Kiwanis Park Sister City Garden in Tempe, with event-day registration at 7 a.m. Awards will be given for Overall Male and Female in the 5K Run and the 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk, and Top Male and Female in 5-Year Age Groups.

AVPA is a nonprofit organization consisting primarily of school officials from colleges and universities. Its mission is to promote opportunities for veteran students to access higher education.

Online registration is available at www.arizonarunningeventsco.com. For additional information, call (602) 678-4013 or e-mail swafford602@aol.com.
For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education. PVCC is conveniently located to North Phoenix, Scottsdale, the Town of Paradise Valley, Cave Creek and Carefree, just one-half mile west of I-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.


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Motivational speaker Nancy Miller is the author of Clutterology.
PVCC workshop helps you get organized

PHOENIX, October 13, 2006 – If you are tired of searching for that lost something or stumbling over stuff in your house, Paradise Valley Community Colleges one-day workshop in Clutterology may be your solution.

The Saturday course offered from 1 to 4 p.m. Oct. 28 will teach participants: the difference between organized and neat; what the true cost of your stuff really is; how to be removed from junk mail lists; and how to determine if reading materials should be kept or tossed.

The course instructor is Nancy Miller, author of Clutterology and How to Market the One-Person Business. Miller, a California-based motivational speaker, lost a leg in college after being struck by a drunk driver. She downhill skies, scuba dives and climbs mountains.

As part of the learning, students are encouraged to bring the following items to class with them for charitable donation: Old cell phone, empty ink cartridge, an item from the kitchen and two items from the closet.

Cost for the course is $35 plus $30 for books. Pre-registration is required. For more information or to register, call PVCC Continuing Education at (602) 787-6800 or visit them online at http://www.paradisevalley.edu/ce. For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education.

PVCC is conveniently located to North Phoenix, Scottsdale, the Town of Paradise Valley, Cave Creek and Carefree, just one-half mile west of I-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.

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Stand-up comedian Tim Davis has been a comic for 20 years and a comedy coach for 16.
PVCC workshop highlights comedy in the classroom

PHOENIX, October 13, 2006 – Teachers will become laughing students when Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) hosts the workshop Humor in the Classroom: Stand-up Comedy for Teachers from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 4.

The class will offer teachers techniques in using humor to communicate more effectively with their audience; help students retain material; renew passion with material taught year after year; and diffuse disruptive students. Course instructor Tim Davis has been a professional comedian for 25 years and a comedy coach for 6 years.

Cost for the course is $49 and pre-registration is required. For more information or to register, call PVCC Continuing Education at (602) 787-6800 or visit them online at http://www.paradisevalley.edu/ce.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education.

PVCC is conveniently located to North Phoenix, Scottsdale, the Town of Paradise Valley, Cave Creek and Carefree, just one-half mile west of I-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.

Free depression screening offered at PVCC

PHOENIX, October 13, 2006 – Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) will be offering free depression screening from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18, as part of National Depressing Screening Day and Mental Health Awareness Week.

Harvard Medical School studies show that approximately 25 percent of Americans will exhibit symptoms of mental disorders each year, and that these disorders often are undiagnosed and untreated. While the stigma surrounding depression and other mental health disorders has decreased thanks in part to increased media attention and a greater understating by the general public certain segments of the population remain less likely to seek treatment for mental health disorders.

Consultations with PVCC Counseling staff for depression, anxiety, Bipolar Disorder and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) are available to anyone in the community. Additionally, PVCC counseling staff will offer talks on the following topics: Suicide Prevention, 9 to 10 a.m.; Aging and Depression, 11 a.m. to noon; Depression and College Students, noon to 1 p.m.; and How do I Help my Depressed Friend? 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. All talks are free and open to the public.

Both the depression screening and the information sessions will be held in the Kranitz Student Center. For more information, contact the PVCC Counseling & Personal Development Division at (602) 787-6540.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education.

PVCC is conveniently located to North Phoenix, Scottsdale, the Town of Paradise Valley, Cave Creek and Carefree, just one-half mile west of I-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.

Registration for PVCC North in Cave Creek on Nov. 29 at Cactus Shadows HS

PHOENIX, October 13, 2006 – Registration for classes at Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) North at Black Mountain will be held from 2:45 to 6:30 p.m. Nov. 29 at Cactus Shadows High School in Cave Creek.

Registration will be taken for credit and noncredit classes, and dual enrollment for Cactus Shadows High School students taking college classes. Credit classes are $65 per credit hour with a $15 registration fee. Fees for noncredit classes vary.

The registration event will take place in Room 304 of Cactus Shadows High School, located at 5802 E. Dove Valley Road in Cave Creek, just south of Carefree Highway and east of Cave Creek Road.

To register by phone, call PVCC Admissions at (602) 493-2669. To register by online, by mail or via fax, visit http://www.pvc.maricopa.edu/admissions/registration.html or call PVCC Admissions & Records at (602) 787-7020.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education.

PVCC is conveniently located to North Phoenix, Scottsdale, the Town of Paradise Valley, Cave Creek and Carefree, just one-half mile west of I-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.

PVCC offers online keyboarding classes

PHOENIX, October 13, 2006 – Students interested in learning professional keyboarding techniques can register for online keyboarding classes through Oct. 26 at Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC).

Courses include Computer Typing I: Keyboarding and Formatting, which focuses on keyboard mastery, and letters, tables and manuscripts in Microsoft Word; Computer Typing Skill Building, Levels I and II, with emphasis on speed and accuracy drills; Computer Keyboarding I, which teaches computer keyboarding skills; and 10-key by Touch. All classes are held pass/no credit at a cost of $65 per credit hour.

To register by phone, call (602) 493-2669. To register online, visit http://www.pvc.maricopa.edu/admissions. For more information, contact Judy Jones at (602) 787-7735.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education.

PVCC is conveniently located to North Phoenix, Scottsdale, the Town of Paradise Valley, Cave Creek and Carefree, just one-half mile west of I-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.

PVCC hosts astronomy "star parties," lectures

PHOENIX, September 28, 2006 – The Phoenix Astronomical Society (PAS) www.pasaz.org, a Valley astronomy observation group, will be holding "star party" astronomy events and lectures through May 2007 at Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) in conjunction with the PVCC Physics and Astronomy Department. The yearly schedule is as follows:

Oct. 5 - Steve Dodder of the Saguaro Astronomy Club www.saguaroastro.org will present a lecture on "The Sun: An Overview."

Nov. 2 - Dr. Tim Titus of the U.S. Geological Survey will present a lecture on "Martian Polar Caps: From Dry Ice Blizzards to Black Dry Ice - It's Not Even a Nice Place to Visit."

Wednesday, Nov. 8 - A very special Wednesday star party will celebrate the transit of Mercury Across the Sun. There are only 13 transits of Mercury each century. Observation will be from 2 to 8 p.m.
Nov. 30 - "Star Party" astronomy observation for all, with "Planet Quest Treasure Hunt" for kids. Participants will use PAS telescopes to hunt for objects in the sky; kids can earn prizes. Objects visible will include: waxing gibbous Moon, Orion, Gemini, Taurus, the Pleiades and Hyades, Great Square of Pegasus, Northern Cross, Vega, Capella, and Polaris.

Dec. 7 - PAS member Chet Schuler will present a lecture on "CCD Imaging Techniques."

The 2007 schedule is as follows:

Jan. 18 - "Star Party" astronomy observation for all, with "Planet Quest Treasure Hunt" for kids. Participants will use PAS telescopes to hunt for objects in the sky; kids can earn prizes. Objects visible will include: Saturn, Big and Little Dippers, Gemini, Orion, Taurus, Perseus, the Pleiades and Hyades, Andromeda, Great Square of Pegasus, and Cassiopeia.

Feb. 1 - PAS member Dennis Young will present a lecture on "Collimating a Telescope."

Feb. 15 - "Star Party" astronomy observation for all, with "Space Safari Treasure Hunt" for kids.
Participants will use PAS telescopes to hunt for objects in the sky; kids can earn prizes. Objects visible will include: Venus, Saturn, Big and Little Dippers, Leo, Gemini, Orion, Andromeda, Taurus; and the stars Regulus, Polaris, Sirius, Betelgeuse and Rigel.

March 1 - Dr. Don Garnett of the University of Arizona Steward Observatory will present a lecture on "A Close-Up Look at our Neighbor Galaxy M33 Using the Hubble Space Telescope" at a general meeting.

March 22 - "Star Party" astronomy observation for all, with "Planet Quest Treasure Hunt" for kids. Participants will use PAS telescopes to hunt for objects in the sky; kids can earn prizes. Objects visible will include: waxing crescent Moon, Venus, Saturn, Big and Little Dippers, Leo, Gemini, Orion, the Pleiades and Hyades; and the stars Polaris, Sirius, Betelgeuse and Rigel.

April 5 - Dr. Larry Wasserman of the Lowell Observatory will present a lecture on "Kuiper Belt Asteroids."

April 19 - "Star Party" astronomy observation for all, with "Space Safari Treasure Hunt" for kids. Participants will use PAS telescopes to hunt for objects in the sky; kids can earn prizes. Objects visible will include: waxing crescent Moon, Venus, Saturn, Big and Little Dippers, Leo, Gemini, Perseus, Cassiopeia; and the stars Arcturus, Polaris, Regulus, Castor and Pollux.

May 3 - Steve Dodder of the Saguaro Astronomy Club will present a lecture on "Cataclysmic Variable Stars."

All lectures are held from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Thursdays in the southeast corner of the PVCC Library, Room E-102. (Doors open at 7 p.m. for light refreshments and socializing.)

Star parties begin at 6 p.m. Thursdays (with exception of Nov. 8 event) with a question-and-answer period.
Observations with the telescopes will take place from sunset to 10 p.m. weather permitting (in case of rain, heavy clouds or high wind, events will be canceled). For updated information, call (602) 787-6822.

Observers should meet to the north of the Fitness Center, located at the south end of the campus. Parking is to the west of the Fitness Center. All events are free and open to the public.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education.
PVCC is conveniently located to North Phoenix, Scottsdale, the Town of Paradise Valley, Cave Creek and Carefree, just one-half mile west of I-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.


PVCC offers late-start credit classes starting NOW!

PHOENIX, September 28, 2006 – - It's not too late to start college this fall! Registration is underway for a variety of late-start credit classes at Paradise Valley Community College. Whether you're interested in picking up a new skill or you need college credit and just didn't get around to registering in August, there's a class for you. There are even online choices.

November late-start classes are offered in Child & Family Studies and Early Childhood Education, Computers, Fire Science, and Health Care.

Novel offerings include:

* Rich Dad's Cash Flow, Oct. 24 through Nov. 22
* Mainstreaming the Young Child With a Disability, Oct. 14 through 21
* Books and Verse for the Young Child, Nov. 18 through Dec. 2
* Linux Operating System, October 16 through Dec. 6
* Cultural Dimension for International Trade, Oct. 16 through Nov. 2
* Hiking for Enthusiasts, Oct. 11 through Nov. 15

Maricopa County resident tuition is $65 per credit hour, with a registration fee of $5 per semester. Telephone registration is available by calling (602) 493-2669. Call the college at (602) 787-7411 to have a Supplemental Late Start Schedule mailed to your home.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education.
PVCC is conveniently located to North Phoenix, Scottsdale, the Town of Paradise Valley, Cave Creek and Carefree, just one-half mile west of I-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.


PVCC hosts career workshops, job fair

PHOENIX, September 28, 2006 – Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) Career Services will host a career exploration and job fair from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 12 as part of its Career Week Oct. 9 through 12.

More than 30 local companies will have representatives at the fair. These include: American Funds/Capital Group, Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa, Cave Creek Unified School District, cities of Phoenix and Scottsdale, Macys, Radio Shack, Starbucks Coffee Company, Target, the Tempe Fire Department and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Additionally, PVCC Counseling faculty who are specialists in career exploration issues will conduct the following workshops from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 9 through 11:

Discover Your Career Passion Oct. 9 by Diane Chapman, M.A.

Honing Your Rsum-writing Skills Oct. 10 by Marianne Auten, M.C.

Interviewing Skills Oct. 11 by Fred Wieck, M.S.
All workshops will be held in the Kranitz Student Center (KSC), Room 208.

The career exploration and job fair will take place in the E Building.
For more information, contact PVCC Career Services at (602) 787-7073.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education.

PVCC is conveniently located to North Phoenix, Scottsdale, the Town of Paradise Valley, Cave Creek and Carefree, just one-half mile west of I-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.


Buff up your life with PVCC wellness class

PHOENIX, August 21, 2006 – Registration ends Friday for a unique fall class at Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) a wellness program designed specifically for professional, executive and entrepreneurial women.

The Wellness Connection: Mastering Personal and Professional Transitions is a 10-week course designed to teach participants how to develop strategies for wellness during stressful times. The program focuses on the seven dimensions of wellness: physical, intellectual, emotional, social, spiritual, environmental and occupational. Classes will emphasize an integrative approach to wellness, including fitness, nutrition and stress management.

Course instructor Monique Rider, a transition coach and fitness trainer, is owner of BodyLife Dynamics.

The program runs from 5:30 to 8:05 p.m. Tuesdays September 5 through November 7. Tuition is $190 plus $45 for materials. Optional one-on-one telephonic life coaching sessions will be available for an additional fee of $40 each. Access to the Internet is highly recommended.

To register for the class, call (602) 493-2669, log on to www.pvc.maricopa.edu/admissions or visit PVCC Admissions & Records in the KSC student services building. The course number is NC 500, section 9056; and the optional coaching sessions are course number NC500, sections 0458 (session one), 0462 (session two), 0464 (session three), 0466 (session four), 0468 (session five) and 0470 (session six). Registration will be taken through August 25.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education.

PVCC is located one-half mile west of I-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.

PVCC teaches entrepreneurs how to start a business

PHOENIX, August 8, 2006 – Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) is offering business-minded residents several opportunities to learn what it takes to start and operate a home-based or small business. Four different classes will teach students the steps needed to be successful businesspeople.

Starting a Successful Business, 6 to 8 p.m. August 30, September 27 and October 25. Cost: $10.

John Henry Smith, an MBA and counselor with the Maricopa County Community College District Small Business Development Center (SBDC), will teach you what it takes to be an entrepreneur, the four parts of a business plan, business structure options, business finance options, marketing strategies, and how to use the SBDC.

Start a Home-based Medical Transcription Business, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. September 14. Cost: $55. Additional $15 fee for workbook payable to instructor at first session.

In a step-by-step course, learn what medical transcription is; the difference between medical transcription, and medical billing and coding; how to do medical transcription in a simple and cost-effective way; and how to avoid common and expensive mistakes.

Instructor Deborah Burns, a medical transcriptionist for 20 years, also will teach you about marketing your business easily, operating capital and grants, pricing, collections, equipment, software, transcription machines, digital systems, wav/MP3 files, computers, business taxes, professional organizations, networking, employees vs. subcontractors, growing your business across the country, and how to get hands-on experience.

How to Start a Home-based Business, 9 a.m. to noon October 28. Cost: $35. Additional fee of $30 payable in class for required guide, Mechanics of Starting Your Own Home-based Business, and CD, Marketing With Postcards.

Instructor Nancy Miller will give you the street-smart knowledge you can use right away to build your own business. Learn about business licensing and taxes, how to set up a credit-card account, basic business laws, advertising and marketing with postcards, and using the Internet to improve your business.

Cash in With a Successful Home-based Business, 6:30 to 9 p.m. November 21. Cost: $45 plus $25 materials fee due to instructor.

Are you tired of working for someone else? Do you need to make more money? Turn your talents and hobbies into profit by learning how to start a home-based business. Instructor LeeAnne Krusemark who owns an award-winning, home-based public relations business will teach you more than 100 home business ideas, how to complete mandatory legal documentation, how to market your product or service, and all about tax deductions.

Preregistration for all classes is required. To register, or for more information, call the PVCC Division of Continuing Education at 602-787-6800 or visit them online at www.pvc.maricopa.edu/ce/.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education.

PVCC is located just blocks west of I-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.

PVCC offers course in retirement planning

PHOENIX, August 8, 2006 – Baby boomers and others will have the opportunity to design their retirement years in the four-week noncredit class, Keeping the Boom in Boomers, at Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC).

Retirement planning coach Jo Anne Musolf, president of executive coaching firm The Musolf Group, will teach the course from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Mondays September 11 through October 2. The cost for the course is $49. The workbook, Emotional Planning for Retirement, is $10 and is payable to the instructor at the first class.

Preregistration for all classes is required. To register, or for more information, call the PVCC Division of Continuing Education at 602-787-6800 or visit them online at www.pvc.maricopa.edu/ce/.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education. PVCC is located just one-half mile west of I-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.

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Stand-up comedian Tim Davis has been a comic for 20 years and a comedy coach for 16, including the last three years at Paradise Valley Community College. He has taught at Julliard, New York University, and various other colleges and organizations. His teaching styles have been featured in The New York Times, New York Daily News, Readers Digest, The Arizona Republic and 48 Hours.
It's no joke, PVCC can teach you to be funny

PHOENIX, August 8, 2006 – It can be a laughing matter when Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) holds several of its popular comedy classes for writers, actors, singers, clergy, teachers and business professionals.

Three stand-up comedy classes will help students develop psychological techniques to succeed in front of an audience, communicate better with their students, improve self-confidence and close sales. All courses are taught by Tim Davis, a professional comedian for 25 years and a comedy coach for the last 16 years. Courses include:

* "Stand-up Comedy to Drive Sales," 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, September 5. Cost: $49.
* "Stand-up Comedy for Beginners," 7 to 9 p.m. four Fridays, October 6, 13, 20 and 27. Cost: $69; register a friend at the same time for $49.
* "Humor in the Classroom: Comedy for Teachers," 9 a.m. to noon November 4. Cost: $49.

Preregistration for all classes is required. To register, or for more information, call the PVCC Division of Continuing Education at 602-787-6800 or visit them online at www.pvc.maricopa.edu/ce/.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education.

PVCC is located one-half mile west of I-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.

PVCC leader completes presidency of national organization

PHOENIX, August 1, 2006 – Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) President Dr. Mary K. Kickels has completed a successful year as president of the National Association of Community College Teacher Education Programs (NACCTEP), a national organization sponsored by the Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) with a goal of promoting teacher education programs in community colleges.

Noted Kickels, The growth and accomplishments of the NACCTEP have surpassed our loftiest goals. We have grown to be a strong voice for teacher education programs and progress in the face of a growing shortage of qualified teachers. Under Kickels stewardship, the NACCTEP accomplished the following:

* Increased membership in the association
* Initiated a joint membership and hosted a Web-based conference with the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education
* Developed a partnership with the two-year college honor society Phi Theta Kappa
* Built a professional speakers bureau
* Launched successful lobbying efforts

The NACCTEP has 450 community college members. Its offices are housed at the National Center for Teacher Education at the MCCCDs Tempe headquarters. Said Kickels, Its a perfect fit since District Chancellor Dr. Rufus Glasper co-chairs the P-20 Council with Gov. Janet Napolitano. Arizonas P-20 Council was formed by the governor in 2005 to help shape the future of education in Arizona.

The NACCTEPs mission is to promote the community colleges role in the recruitment, preparation, retention and renewal of elementary education teachers. To learn more about the organization, visit www.nacctep.org or call Executive Director Dr. Cheri St. Arnauld at (480) 731-8760.

For 20 years, PVCC has kept pace with the constant growth of the North Valley, offering breadth and depth of educational opportunity, including two-year degree programs, occupational certification programs and noncredit continuing education. PVCC is located just blocks west of I-51 on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Union Hills Drive.



 
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