40 Years of Excellence
Palomar College
Volume 40 No. 8
A Publication tor the Associated Students
Friday, December 5, 1986
n Marcos, CA
Boggs: California neglects education By Monica Nash "It is interesting how little we value education," said Dr. George Boggs, Superintendent/President. "The long term future of this country is at stake." Dr. Boggs is referring to a general trend nationwide to cut back funding for education. "President Reagan believes salvation lies in arming the country and cutting back on social programs. Though education is traditionally a state obligation, Reagan's attitude 'trickles down'." "The government is spending money where political pressure is greatest. Either people are unaware of what is happening or they are complascent. They suffer the consequences." Where does California stand nationwide on spending for education? According to Don Rucker, deputy superintendent of schools in San Diego County, California ranked fifth in the nation in per capita income ($12,448 per capita as opposed to the average of $10,951, but California ranked 39th in per capita support for public education and 20th for per
capita support for public higher education). New York spends $670 per capita on public education, whereas California spends $491 per capita." "On the scale of 1-50 we rate less than 25th on expenditure per student," said Rucker. "California spends $300 below the national average for supporting the full-time pupil in a public school. New York probably spends $2,000 more." California has more community colleges than any state and was the leader in expenditure per pupil in the country. That has changed. "Twenty years ago California had the best education system in the world," said Dr. Boggs, "You can't have something excellent and ignore it. You must continue to support it." "This is a societal issue, not just a Palomar College issue. Community Colleges serve the role of bringing people into our society. For example, the Boat People were integrated very quietly. They started by taking English as a Second Language and citizenship classes and
now they're taking college courses. Community colleges also help returning women to get back into the educational system." "By the year 2000, it is projected that the "minority" people in this state will be in the majority. Community Colleges are the only institutions that are keyed to help." According to FACCCTS, Faculty Association of California Community Colleges, "Even though community colleges spend a large proportion of their budget on student services, including student counseling and guidance, California spends far more for students at the UC and CSU levels. UC receives $13,096 per student, CSU receives $7,014 and the community colleges receive only $2,786 per full-time student. "The community colleges are expected to educate the state's most poorly prepared students, but receive far less per student than the universities whose students are better prepared. "Palomar also serves as a cultural center for North County," noted Dr. Boggs. The displays at the Boehm Gallery and the drama, dance and sports events are open to the
public. The planetarium and library are also frequently used by non-students. Palomar goes beyond the primary education focus." Dr. Boggs points out that the areas of the country which are booming have a good educational system. He specifically mentioned Silicon Valley and the Boston area. The Silicon Valley region has Stanford and other topnotch schools. Boston contains Harvard and the prestigious Ivy League universities. "The connection isn't widely recognized. Our society gives little status to educators and teachers. The lack of appreciation is already leading to a statewide shortage of teachers at the grade school level." Who benefits from education? "It's not just the person. It's the state and the country that benefit too!"emphasized Dr. Boggs. "We need car mechanics and nurses from the community college level as well as doctors and lawyers. "Education makes a definite impact on society. The burden shouldn't be placed entirely on the student. The state and federal government should help."
~star' opens
European fashion tour set for June
for viewing "Star of Bethlehem" will be presented by the Planetarium with a free lecture and slide presentation offering possible explanations for the age-old story of the "Christmas Star" December 10 and 17 at 6 and 7 p.m. Joe Willis, director of the Planetarium, will present the show. "This will be the first time the Planetarium will open to the public, excepting special showings, since 1982," said Willis. In addition to the "Star of Bethlehem" show, the telescope will be open for viewing and the Earth Sciences Department museum which houses a seismograph, complete weather station and extensive rock collection, will be open. No reservations are required. The public will be admitted on a fust-come, fust-served basis. For more information call the Earth Sciences Department, Ext. 2512.
Speech team takes awards Ten championship awards were won by the speech team at the Cal State Northridge Matador Invitational Tournament November 21-23. Winners were, in ascending order, Tom Gomes, who placed sixth in Prose; Jeannine Gilligan, who won fifth in Poetry; Titanya Dahlin, who placed fifth in Oratory; Susan Tillman, who placed second in Oratory and third in Expository; Chamaine Jensen, who tied for fust in Poetry; and Dondi Dahlin, who won fust in Persuasive and tied for first in Poetry. Also attending the tournament were Scott Fitzgerald, Daniela Heggem and Deidre Dukes.
Patrons feature Christmas sale The Patrons of Palomar College are holding their fust annual Christmas Store, a bake sale and a "Choice Resale" on Tuesday, December 9 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Wednesday, December 10, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Student Union. At the Christmas Store shoppers will be able to flnd new and different items just in time for Christmas. The bake sale will feature spiced tea, coffee, popcorn and assorted baked goodies. The "Choice Resale" will feature cold and wet weather clothing in good condition.
Juan Serrato acts as master of ceremonies during a fashion show sponsored by the ASB November 19. Aspiring models appeared before a capacity
crowd in the Student Union. The event was held as part of Comet Week activities. (Photo by Leah Valizan)
Spring application schedule set Applications are currently being accepted for the spring semester with appointments being assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. New, returning or continuing students can register by appointment beginning January 23 through 28 in the Student Union. Appointments can be received by submitting an application to the college Admissions and Records office by mail or in person. Open registration for those without
appointments will be held in the Student Union January 29, 9 to 11:30 a.m., 1 to 4:30 p.m., and 5 to 8 p.m.; and January 30, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Classes begin February 2. "Late" registration will continue February 2 through 6, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the Student Union, and February 9 through 12 in R-12. Semester fees are $5 per unit of college credit up to six units, with a maximum fee of $50 for six units and
above. Parking permits will be $7 per car for on-campus parking. Free spring semester class schedules will be available at the college Student Services Center and at public libraries throughout the district beginning the week of December 1. For more information about registration, contact the Admissions and Registration Office at 744-1150 or 7277529, Ext. 2164.
Gilson conducts youth orchestra Palomar music professor Robert Gilson will conduct the newly formed ¡. North County Civic Youth Orchestra ¡ in its first public performance December 13. Two performances will be given, the first at 12 p.m at The Vineyard in Escondido and the second at 1:15 p.m. in the Children's Department of The Broadway at the North County Fair Mall. The orchestra is a branch of the 30
year old Civic Youth Orchestra based in San Diego. The CYO provides young people with the opportunity to study and perform the world's great orchestral works under the guidance of fme teachers and members of the San Diego Symphony. The orchestra is divided into several ensembles according to age and ability. After recognizing the need to establish a branch of the CYO in the North Co unty, Gilson suggested that Palomar College co-sponsor a new
group with the CYO that would be a performance vehicle for young people in this area. The North County Civic Youth Orchestra is made up of students from all of the surrounding communities and will perform locally. The performances will consist of baroque chamber music and music of the season. Admission is free of charge. For more information call the Music Department at Ext. 2316.
London, Paris and Milan are unique contributors to the fashion industry and the destination of Palomar Community College's "World of Fashion" study-tour t his summer. According to coordinator Nancy Galli, this course, "FCS-25," is offered for three units of college credit, and will take place from June 13 through June 27, 1987. Cost for the trip is $2,095, and includes airfare, hotel accommodations, breakfast and dinner daily, tour guide services, bus transportation and all exhibit entry fees. Highlights of the study-tour will include personal visits with internationally renowned fashion designers Zondra Rhodes and Georgio Arman~ a live Paris fashion show, a tour of the famous costume museum in Bath, England, and site-visits with retailers, manufacturers and fashion prediction houses. Reservations and a deposit of $150 must be received by December 18 in the Family and Consumer Sciences Department. For more information call Galli at 744-1150, Ext. 2349.
'Amahl' captures Renaissance era By Mary Hannify
"Amahl and the Night Visitors," an opera by Gian Carlo Menotti, will be the Christmas concert produced by the Music Department. "Amahl" is a fully staged production consisting of music and dances from the renaissance era. "Amahl'' was designed to be on television and was first performed on NBC in 1951. "Amahl" is the first opera performed here. The cast includes community members, students and professional singers. Stage direction will be by Patrick Larmer, musical direction will be by Dr. Joe Stanford and the orchestra conductor will be Dr. David Chase. Performances are December 13 at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. and December 14 at 3 p .m. in the Palomar College Community Theatre. Tickets are $7 for general admission and $5 for students and seniors. For reservations contact the Box Office at Ext. 2453. For more information contact the Music Department, at Ext. 2316 or 2317.