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February 2, 2015
$18,000 sits behind the wignall Chaffey College has invested seven years and $18,000 in a multi-piece sculpture that remains stored. “Props” by Amy Maloof, a local multimedia artist, can be found in a dirt lot behind the Wignall. The sculpture was first displayed in 2008 as part of the Wignall’s “Inlandia” exhibit. The work resembles the Hollywood sign, spelling Cucamonga. However, despite production of the piece, installation remains forestalled. According to chaffeyarticles.com, an online publication of the Chaffey art department, the Chaffey Art Commitee began raising funds to commission a permanent version of the piece in 2009. The work was officially acquired in 2011 with funds comprising from class and public donations. The class of 2009 donated $8,000 alone. Students have expressed curiosity of the delay and hope to see its construction finished. “I’d like to see those donations put into effect myself,” said Kim Johnson, senior editor of The Chaffey Review Volume XII. “It has the ability to change moods, strike conversations and spread school pride.” Assistant curator of the Wignall, Roman Stollenwerk, described the installation as a primarily technical issue and therefore subject to delay. John Machado, Art Committee chairperson, explained that the construction proposal was submitted last week and has yet to be approved. There are a series of steps in installing pieces, and they can be time consuming. The plan remains to erect the piece in front of the Wignall, but the process is a lengthy one. “It’s a bureaucracy, I guess,” Machado said. “I am confident that it will be installed this year.”
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Kristina Rocha Amy Maloof ’s multi-piece sculpture lays behind the Wignall Museum on Jan. 26, 2015.
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measles outbreak continues, vaccine available on campus With more than 70 cases of the measles reported, California is seeing the highest caseload since before the 2000s. The measles is a highly contagious illness that is easily spread through both air and physical contact. The disease can cause fever, rash, cough, and red, watery eyes. Students who suspect they have the measles should stay at home and immediately call DPH at 1-800-722-4797. The reason for this is to help prevent someone who could potentially have the measles from coming into a hospital or even school clinic and spreading it to others who aren’t aware. The measles is capable of causing birth defects in pregnancy. The latest outbreak began in late December at Disneyland. Since then the surrounding counties have kept a close eye on the spreading disease. So far in Orange County alone, 12 cases connected to Disneyland have been reported, but 11 additional cases have been reported that are not connected to the amusement park. The Department of Public Health updates the list daily that allows interested persons to follow the outbreak. With more cases appearing each day with no connection to Disneyland, concern has risen. Health officials are taking this outbreak seriously and are asking for everyone to do their part in controlling its spread. One way is by getting vaccinated.
“When students are enrolled in credit courses they have free access to the clinic,” Kay Peek, RN and director of student health services, said. “The only time we charge is for lab tests and medications and even those are greatly reduced.” Students can take advantage of this opportunity and receive their vaccine for $50. In addition, the vaccine protects against the mumps and rubella. This illness can impact people of all ages. Even those born before 1957, who are considered to be immune, can still contract the illness. To be 100-percent sure, Peek advised students to go to their doctor and request a “blood titer,” which can determine immunity. For more information or to receive the vaccine, students can stop room 202 of the Michael Alexander Campus Center, above the cafeteria. The clinic offers many more services, including vaccines and helpful brochures. “My goal is to help students stay well,” Peek said. “If they stay well hopefully they reach their educational goals as well as their life goals.” The health center hours are: Monday-Thursday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Friday 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Students must present a valid chaffey student ID, appointments are encouraged. HAYLEY CREIGHTON @chaffeybreeze