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Photo: CHC Classified of the Year -- The Crafton Hills College (CHC) 2008-2009 Classified Employees of the Year are, left to right, Custodian Minerva Carrillo, Reading Instructional Assessment Technician Janet Burnham, and Student Life Secretary Michelle Cole. Classified staff is the support staff for faculty and administrators. Each year, classified employees are recognized for outstanding service to the college. CHC's classified staff selected Carrillo for her award, and CHC's faculty selected Burnham and Cole for their awards.
Patrick Fite,
Public Information
(909) 389-3333
The Crafton Hills College (CHC) 2008-2009 Classified Employees of the Year are Custodian Minerva Carrillo, Reading Instructional Assessment Technician Janet Burnham, and Student Life Secretary Michelle Cole.
Classified staff is the support staff for faculty and administrators. Each year, classified employees are recognized for outstanding service to the college. CHC's classified staff selected Carrillo for her award, and CHC's faculty selected Burnham and Cole for their awards.
Carrillo, who has been working for the college for more than a year, was deeply appreciative that her peers recognized her for the Classified of the Year award.
"I share this award with everyone," she said. "This is a nice campus. The teachers, staff, and students are always nice, and they really like what I do."
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The faculty at Crafton Hills College (CHC) is proud to announce the selection of English Professor Mark Snowhite and Spanish Associate Professor Jeff Schmidt as full time Professors of the Year, and English Associate Professor Jason Loan as the 2008-2009 part-time Professor of the Year.
By Patrick Fite,
Public Information
(909) 389-3333
YUCAIPA - Crafton Hills College faculty select the Professors of the Year based on their contributions to the college community, effectiveness as instructors, and service to students.
"I feel honored beyond what any words can express," Snowhite said. "My peers are dedicated, thoughtful people who are experts in their disciplines and insightful in their knowledge about education. To be recognized by such a group is truly overwhelming."
Snowhite, who will be retiring this summer after teaching at CHC for more than 28 years and at San Bernardino Valley College for 13 years, is proud to have had a career in education.
"Learning improves people's lives," he said. "It's incredibly gratifying to see students progress in their abilities to master skills and develop an appreciation of learning."
By Patrick Fite,
CHD Public Information
(909) 389-3333
YUCAIPA - Thirty graduates received Firefighter I Certifications at the Crafton Hills College (CHC) 70th Basic Firefighter Academy graduation Wednesday night. (A list of graduates and their hometowns is below.)
CHC serves as the regional training center for firefighters in San Bernardino and Riverside. The graduates were required to complete a 12-week course based on requirements established by the state Fire Marshall's' Office. The cadets learned the basics of firefighting, including how to handle the equipment and getting their first hands-on experience extinguishing fires.
CHC Fire Academy Chief Dan Sullivan welcomed the friends and families of the cadets and expressed pride in the cadets' achievements. He recognized the importance of the support the cadets received from those in the audience.
Sullivan proudly introduced 70th Fire Academy cadet and class leader Joy Sanders to speak.
"Today, we put a cap on 12 of the most challenging weeks of our lives," Sanders said. "We commemorate our journey, celebrate an ending, and welcome new beginnings and opportunities.
"Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. said, 'Life's most urgent question is: What are you doing for others?'"
Patrick Fite,
Public Information
(909) 389-3333
YUCAIPA - It was a rewarding day for more than 200 seventh graders and their parents when they visited Crafton Hills College (CHC) in Yucaipa April 25 for an event titled "I'm Taking My Parent to College: An Academic Treasure Hunt."
The purpose of the event was to assist middle school students and their parents to learn about the steps needed to attend post-secondary schools and to learn about career opportunities.
The students participating were from Redlands, Yucaipa and Rialto School Districts.
The event was funded through a California Partnership for Achieving Student Success (Cal-Pass) grant. Cal-Pass is dedicated to helping educators improve student achievement by identifying and reducing barriers to successful student transition in all levels of education, from kindergarten through college.
There were informational booths throughout the campus quadrangle providing information about colleges, trade schools, and career training.
Parents particularly appreciated presentations on financial assistance opportunities that make college accessible.Additionally, a five year follow-up mentoring and counseling program was developed to ensure the students' academic success.
"I liked this event due to the fact that I was able to meet so many people in different jobs," said 12-year-old Brandon Wilks, a seventh grader from Frisbee Middle School in Rialto. "I met people in the Navy, firefighting, art, and other stuff."
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By Patrick Fite,
Public Information
(909) 389-3333
YUCAIPA - Crafton Hills College (CHC) priority summer registration is April 20 - May 10, while open registration begins May 11.
New students who complete the matriculation process (application, assessment test, and meeting with a counselor) can begin registering during priority registration May 8. New students who have not completed assessment testing and have not seen a counselor should go to the CHC Counseling Office.
Students who have attended college previously should see a counselor for assessment test waiver eligibility.New students should first apply online under "Admissions and Records," menu selection "Apply to College." The web address is: www.craftonhills.edu
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By Patrick Fite,
Public Information
(909) 389-3333
YUCAIPA - The Crafton Hills College (CHC) Foundation's "Feathers, Fringes, and Fedoras" gala, held April 18, drew a crowd decked out in a variety of 1920's styles that included elegantly adorned women in gowns, feathers, pearls, and an assortment of beautiful hats arriving to the event with guys dressed in everything from Elliot Ness vests to double-breasted jackets and spats to "Great Gatsby" formal attire.
Throughout the San Bernardino Hilton Grand Ballroom, there were smiles of appreciation among the 210 guests as they admired each others' imaginative fashion statements.
This was the CHC Foundation's sixth annual spring gala dinner and dance. During the course of the evening, proceeds from a live auction, opportunity drawing, and private donations were raised for student scholarships and textbooks.
More than $87,000 was raised, the most ever for the event.
The presenting sponsor of the event was the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians. Other VIP sponsors were Kitchell/BRj, Tilden-Coil Constructors, William B. Harrison, and Steinberg Architects.
"Caring for the community is more than a slogan for the tribe," said James Ramos, chairman of San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, the presenting sponsor. "It is a way of life."
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By Patrick Fite
and student Kathryn Ryank
YUCAIPA - Crafton Hills College (CHC) student Via Carmina Aquino, whose hometown is 7,000 miles away in the Philippines, made new friends and found comfort in her new surroundings by getting involved in student life at Crafton Hills.
Aquino is the 2009 president of the CHC chapter of Phi Beta Lamda (PBL) and was recently listed in "Who's Who in California PBL."
"CHC feels like a tight-knit family, and it is less intimidating to get involved," Aquino said. "All your efforts here, no matter how small, contribute to the community as a whole."
She believes that involvement on campus will lead to success, and she encourages students to get involved.
"Getting involved gives you an edge," Aquino said. "You can only learn so much in a classroom. Being involved in campus life will prepare you for the job market by helping you learn organizational skills and time management."
By Brittnee Quintanar
and Patrick Fite, Public Information
YUCAIPA - The Crafton Hills College (CHC) allied health program recently purchased three top-of-the line, wireless computer controlled human patient simulators that can breath, blink, generate blood pressure, create heart beats, simulate birth, and even talk.
The equipment is part of a brand new Simulation Training Center, for which there will be an Open House Thursday, April 2, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at the CHC Occupational Education Building, Room 219. (Please RSVP by March 19 to (909) 389-3252.
Through the California Community College Chancellor's Office, CHC was awarded a grant totaling approximately $116,000 last year for the purchase of the simulators. The simulators will be used to create a CHC Simulation Training Center.
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By Rachael M. Gustuson
and Patrick Fite
YUCAIPA - Crafton Hills College (CHC) held its fourth annual High School visitation day recently, welcoming approximately 800 students from over 14 local high schools.
"The goal of this event was to make sure the students were aware of the educational and job training opportunities at college and see that college was an option," said CHC Dean of Student Services Kirsten Colvey.
The students attended a welcome presentation, campus tour, and a choice of two workshops. In addition, students were provided with breakfast, snacks and lunch, courtesy of CHC Foundation.
Students were introduced to many of the college's programs, including fine arts, computer science, language arts, emergency medical services, allied health, teaching, biology, psychology, math, English, science, social science, and firefighting.
This year's Crafton Hills College (CHC) Foundation Gala will be titled "The Roaring 20's." It will be held in the San Bernardino Hilton Grand Ballroom.
News Release:
By Patrick Fite
CHC Public Information
(909) 389-3333
The Crafton Hills College (CHC) Foundation annual Gala Dinner and Auction, titled "The Roaring 20's" will be held at the San Bernardino Hilton Grand Ballroom, Saturday, April 18, 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.
The event will have a 1920s theme, including entertainment by the CHC Associated Students, who will perform the Charleston. The suggested attire is "1920s stylish," including feathers, fringe and fedoras.
For Immediate Release:
Article courtesy the University of Redlands
REDLANDS - Following last year's very successful production of Giuseppe Verdi's La Traviata, the University of Redlands (UR) School of Music and Crafton Hills College (CHC) are pleased to announce a second operatic collaboration, a full production of Gaetano Donizetti's L'Elisir d'Amore (The Elixir of Love) at the CHC Finkelstein Performing Arts Center on March 26, 27, and 28, 8 p.m.; and Sunday, March 29, 2 p.m.
Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students and are available from the University of Redlands Campus Events at (909) 748-8881.
The production will feature musicians, students, faculty, and the costume designer from the UR with sets and lighting created by students and faculty at CHC.
The original idea for the collaboration came from the need for a proper space to produce an opera.
"We have an excellent opera program but lack an appropriate performance space to produce a grand opera," said Dr. Andrew Glendening, the dean of the University of Redlands School of Music. "The Finkelstein Performing Arts Center at Crafton has a good combination of size and flexibility to accommodate the production."
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Contact: Patrick Fite,
Public Relations
(909) 389-3333
By Rachael M. Gustuson
YUCAIPA - More than 110 High School students from five different campuses participated recently in the second annual Crafton Hills College (CHC) Arts Day, where the students learned about the college's fine arts programs, including theatre, art, and music.
Arts Day was a collaborative and extensive avenue used to expose prospective high school students to CHC and generate interest in college, in particular, the fine arts.
"The thing that I am most proud of is that our students at Crafton are responsible for running the event," said Arts Day coordinator Professor Tom Bryant. "They basically organized the opening and closing events, organized the lunch, and were responsible for guiding the students from workshop to workshop."
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By Alyssa Campiran
with contributions from
Patrick Fite & Julie Johnson
YUCAIPA - The Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) Future Business Leaders club of Crafton Hills College (CHC) recently hosted the "Pursuing a Dream" presentation by Jack Brown, Stater Brothers Markets chief executive officer (CEO), at the CHC Finkelstein Performing Arts Center.
At the start of the presentation, Brown had a simple request: "Don't take notes."
That request shaped the entire presentation, which played out into a slightly informal talk that covered a wide range of topics, ranging from personal anecdotes to his current business philosophy at Stater Bros.
The presentation commenced with Brown, a native of San Bernardino, discussing his early childhood and his mother's influence. Life was difficult for a young Brown, whose mother had tuberculosis. Brown recalled how his dad would bring him to the hospital on Saturdays to see her, but he was only allowed to view her through glass.
"For a year, she couldn't hug or touch me," Brown said.
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"Friendship Day" art project. (Yikes!)
By Rachael M. Gustuson
The children's faces were all smiles at the Crafton Hills College (CHC) Child Development Center (CDC) recently as they celebrated "Friendship Day," which included classrooms decorated with sparkling valentine hearts.
"The children celebrated by doing art projects, reading stories, singing songs, and then they had a wonderful snack," said CDC Director Cammy Purper. "One of the classes made a friendship salad, with each child bringing in their favorite fruit, and then they put them together and made a salad."
In addition to serving as a regular child care center, the facility serves as a training center for students in the CHC Child Development Program.
By Patrick Fite
CHC Public Information
(909) 389-3333
YUCAIPA - In January, the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians donated a check totaling $150,000 to the Crafton Hills College (CHC) Foundation to assist with the further development and continuation of the Redlands Emergency Services Academy (RESA).
This Tuesday, during a brief ceremony at the Redlands City Council meeting, San Manuel Tribal Chairman James Ramos presented the check a second time in recognition of the participants in RESA.
RESA is a partnership comprised of the CHC public safety programs, the Redlands Fire Department, the Redlands Police Department, the Redlands Unified School District, and the University of Redlands to provide high school students with a rigorous, hands-on introduction to public safety careers.
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By Patrick Fite
CHC Public Information
(909) 389-3304
pfite@sbccd.cc.ca.us
YUCAIPA - The Crafton Hills College Chapter of Phi Beta Lambda (Business Club) is hosting a presentation by Stater Brothers Markets Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Jack Brown on Tuesday, February 10, 3:00 p.m., at the CHC Finkelstein Performing Arts Center. The presentation is free.
The topic is "Pursuing a Dream."
Leslie Bryan, CHC Alumna and teacher at California State University San Bernardino.
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Public Information: Patrick Fite 389-3333
By Patrick Fite and Rachael M. Gustuson
Crafton Hills College (CHC) alumna Leslie Bryan, currently a dance teacher at California State University San Bernardino (CSUSB), credits former CHC computer Professor Jay Edwards with setting the example regarding what it means to be a good instructor.
"I have often been told that I am a good teacher," said Bryan, who earned an associate degree in computer science at CHC in 1994 and a master's degree in performing arts management at CSUSB in 1998. "I relate the ability to be a good teacher to observing Jay Edwards in his teachings. I noticed the extra time he gave to his students. He would get to know them personally and show that he cared about them beyond getting a grade."
CRAFTON HILLS COLLEGE - For information on Fine Arts events at CHC, visit www.craftonhills.edu.
The Finkelstein Performing Arts Center is located at 11711 Sand Canyon Road, Yucaipa, CA. (909) 794-2161.
For all theatre arts events, tickets are $10 general admission, and $5 for student / alumni/ seniors. All tickets can be purchased at the Box Office the day of the show at 7 p.m.
Telephone numbers for other fine arts departments:
Art (909) 389-3353.
Music (909) 389-3293.
Theatre (909) 389-3296.
CRAFTON HILLS COLLEGE - For information on Fine Arts events at CHC, visit www.craftonhills.edu.
The Finkelstein Performing Arts Center is located at 11711 Sand Canyon Road, Yucaipa, CA. (909) 794-2161.
For all theatre arts events, tickets are $10 general admission, and $5 for student / alumni/ seniors. All tickets can be purchased at the Box Office the day of the show at 7 p.m.
Telephone numbers for other fine arts departments:
Art (909) 389-3353.
Music (909) 389-3293.
Theatre (909) 389-3296.
CHC student Tracy Marinaro (attached) recently placed first in the Crafton Hills College and San Bernardino Valley College Annual Intramural Speech Contest.
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By Rachael M. Gustuson & Patrick Fite
YUCAIPA - Crafton Hills College (CHC) student Tracy Marinaro took first place in the Crafton Hills College and San Bernardino Valley College (SBVC) 2008 Intramural Speech Contest held recently at SBVC.
The purpose of the annual event is to provide speech students at CHC and SBVC the opportunity to develop public speaking skills while building self-confidence in a challenging setting.
There were approximately 24 students who participated from both schools. The speeches were five to seven minutes long.
Tracy Marinaro, 29, won the speech competition with her informative speech on the renowned nocturnal flying night mammal, the bat.
"I am a huge animal lover and knew right away that the speech would have something to do with animals," said Marinaro, a resident of Crestline. "When I first chose the topic of bats, it was because I didn't really know much about them. It turns out that they are fascinating and greatly misunderstood creatures."
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