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Two Outstanding Events
Conclude 2003-2004 Academic Year |
On behalf of the Grossmont College community, I am
pleased to express my appreciation for the
support, leadership, and talent provided by our District
in bringing the new Learning and Technology Resource
Center to life. It was a grand celebration in honor of
the Grand Opening May 21 and I am pleased that we had a
lovely day and a beautiful ceremony. Our thanks to the
committee, led by Kats Gustafson and Dr. Curtis Stevens,
for their diligence and creativity, and for the efforts
of so many individuals to make it happen so flawlessly.
Commencement is always exhilarating, and our 43rd event
was greatly enhanced June 3 in the beautified new Main
Quad. The improved vista of the new LTRC certainly made
the ceremony inspiring. Again, there is a committee to
thank. Jack Peters and the Commencement planning
committee are to be commended! Thanks to all who joined
us at these events! |
End of Year Celebrations
Abound |
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Our season of celebration began officially April 30 with
the 42nd Annual Student Service and Scholarship Awards.
Since then, we have honored Students of Note, and
celebrated Transfer Achievement. As educators we are
blessed to have these outstanding happy events to
symbolize our students’ successes! Our events included
the LTRC Grand Opening on May 21; the Nursing Pinning
Ceremony on June 1; Annual Commencement on June 3; the
OPT Graduation on June 4; and the Middle College High
School Graduation on June 10. |
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New Classified Employees |
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Luma Hirmiz
Financial Aid Assistant
For the past seven
years, Luma Hirmiz has been working in higher
education. She began working as an hourly employee
at Cuyamaca College in 1999 in the Scholarship
Office. In July 2000 she was promoted to the
Financial Aid Office as a Financial Aid Clerk and
has recently been hired as the new Grossmont
College Financial Aid Assistant. |
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Gina Lleva
Financial Aid Advisor
Gina Lleva started working in
Financial Aid as an undergraduate student at the
University of California, Santa Barbara. She
worked as a financial aid peer advisor for four
years until she graduated. She then worked as a financial
aid officer at the Brooks Institute of Photography
and later the Art Institute of Dallas. She has
recently been hired as the new Grossmont College
Financial Aid Advisor. |
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Thea Wells
Financial Aid Assistant
Thea Wells has been
working in higher education for the past seven
years. She began working for Butte Community
College in 1997 as an Administrative Assistant, in
May 2001 she relocated to San Diego and began
working for the Financial Aid Office at Grossmont
College as an hourly employee and has recently
been hired as the new Financial Aid Assistant. |
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District Staff Appreciation
Day a Total Success |
Over 150 staff members from all sites gathered at
Grossmont College for a day of relaxation and staff
development. The “Staff Appreciation Day” workshops
included: Yoga, Personal Safety, Cardio Salsa, Bafá
Bafá ~ A Cultural sensitivity presentation, a tour of
the Tech Center and others!
Staff also enjoyed the keynote speaker, Jim Marteney, as
he spoke about creativity. The day ended with ice-cream
and a raffle. Thanks for joining us this year – We look
forward to the event next spring!
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EOPS Readiness Project
Begins Second Year |
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The Second Annual Summer Readiness Program kicked off last
week with the student & parent orientation. Classes began on
June 14 and the staff is looking forward to the annual
softball game on June 24. Staff has vowed they will not be
beaten by the students THIS year. On July 7, students will
participate in a Community Learning Workshop at 2:15 in room
318, which will give them an opportunity to hear firsthand
from instructors, counselors and students about expectations
and tips for college success. EOPS Counselor, Michael Perez,
is coordinator of this program. |
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Bosworth & Musical Production
Bring Theatre
Spotlight to Grossmont |
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Congratulations to Barry Bosworth who was honored at the San
Diego Playbill Awards as Best Supporting Actor in a Musical.
Grossmont College was the only community college honored in a
competition that included productions staged by the Old Globe
Theatre and the La Jolla Playhouse. I am proud that Grossmont
College has established the only Musical Theatre associate’s
degree in the State of California and wish to commend Shannon
O’Dunn and our fine theatre department for making so many
performance opportunities available to our talented East
County performers. |
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Women's Tennis Team Win State
Championships for 3rd Straight Year |
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Meagan Lowery and her women’s tennis team captured the
state title again in 2004, for the third year in a row.
Coach Lowery presented trophy at the June Board meeting.
Coach Scott Strange was voted California Coach of the
year by his peers as his Men’s team finished second in
conference and advanced to the state tournament. He also presented the
“traveling trophy” with an inscription attributed to his
achievements. |
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Letters to the President |
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Dear Dr. Martinez:
Congratulations to Grossmont College and the Grossmont
Middle College High School for attaining the Exemplary
Initiative Award from the National Council of
Instructional Administrators. This award was presented
to you and the Grossmont Middle College High School for
exemplary initiatives in organizational change.
Your acceptance into this elite group of educators is a
tribute to your dedication to the students you teach and
your commitment to fulfilling the high standards of your
profession. Thank you for the recognition you have
brought to both Grossmont College and the Grossmont
Union High School District.
Jim Kelly, President
Governing Board
Grossmont Union High School District
Dear Dr. Martinez:
On behalf of the Steering Committee and all those
involved in the Leadership East County program, I would
like to thank you for hosting Future Vision Day. We
appreciate your willingness to share your facility for
both Education and Future Vision Days.
Support from community leaders such as you have helped
make the “Leadership East County” program a must for
community volunteers and activists. Once again, I would
like to thank you for your participation in the
Leadership East County program and the contributions you
have made to help make this program a success.
Debra Emerson, Chairman
Leadership East County Steering Committee
Dear Dr. Martinez:
We have received your recognition plaque of
international friendship between our two colleges. We
are greatly pleased and honored to find that our small
contribution is assisting your College Foundation and
students.
We sincerely appreciate the gift and your thoughtful
remarks about our contribution to Christy Seiler-Davis
Memorial Scholarship in the Grossmont College Campus
Scene. Your gift will always have a special place in our
office.
We are preparing for the 40th anniversary of our college
next year and we shall not forget the kindness and
friendship extended to the staffs and students of our
college by your college and staffs since 1990 when we
established the friendly relations between two of our
colleges.
We do hope our friendship will be maintained forever.
Ryoko Toku
Principal
Jin-AI Women’s College
Japan
Dear Dr. Castaños:
On behalf of the City of San Diego’s Diversity
Commitment, I’d like to thank Tom Gamboa for his
assistance with a recent cultural awareness workshop
highlighting American Indian Culture in the Work Place.
Part of the City’s commitment to diversity includes
education regarding the various cultural heritages of
employees who work for the City. We look to cultural
experts such as Mr. Gamboa and others in this Cross
Cultural Studies Department, for assistance in ensuring
that our educational content is accurate. Tom was
extremely helpful in identifying other experts who could
contribute, and he was a pleasure to work with.
It was an honor and a privilege to work with Tom, and I
look forward to working with him or other members of his
department in the future.
Jeanine M. Hillis
Diversity Specialist
City of San Diego
Dear Dr. Martinez:
On behalf of the Patrick Henry High School Grad Nite
Committee, I would like to express our sincere thanks
for your donation of the beautiful mural painted by your
student and her assistants, Shelly Riessen.
Additionally, we would like to acknowledge the help of
the following staff members that made the acquisition of
this mural possible: Shannon O’Dunn, Debra Fitzsimons,
Tim Flood, Bill Mosley and of course students Shelly and
Dave Riessen.
As you know, this entire venture of providing our
graduating Seniors with a “Safe and Sober” Grad Night
experience could only be made possible through the
support of caring individuals, clubs and businesses, who
have so generously donated to our cause.
Thank you very much for your support.
Suzi R. Stone
Co-Chairperson, Grad Nite 2004
Patrick Henry High School Foundation |
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