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' "' ' - September 28,1994 IN FOCUS CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, FRESNO INSIGHT Vast opportunities in Japan Marianne Chrisman practicums," Foster said. Bakersficld, undertook the same chal- INSIGHT Students can be accepted for the lenges facing Foster in fall 1992. Monbusho scholarship under areas of research, teacher training, undergraduate study. College of Technology or a professional training student Eligibility is dependent on the student's year in school, area of study was on her way to begin a year-long and knowledge of the language, program in Japan at Kochi University. The scholarship includes round trip fered. The opportunity was offered airfare, all tuition and entrance fees There is a vast number of opportu The room fell silent as she lifted the suitcases and took her First steps toward an experience of a lifetime. Robin Foster, a 23-year-old Califor- a State University, Fresno student. "It was a fantastic experience. At first I was very homesick but when the day came for me to say goodbye, I could not hold back my tears," Nidever commented. The Monbusho scholarship received by both women, is one of many of- __ through the Monbusho scholarship. This particular scholarship is set up by the Japanese government to enable foreign students to attend their universities. The role of the CSUF study abroad program, headed by Dr. Peter Klassen, dean of social sciences, is to supervise the application process, interview applicants and student to be considered for the scholarship. From this point, it is up to Kochi "/ have always been interested in the language and the culture and I felt the only way to really learn would be to experience it first handy" — Robin Foster nities to attend overseas programs through what are termed "sister universities." Sister universities are set-up to allow a campus to send a student to another campus, and in exchange, one will attend theirs. In most instances, _ all tuition fees are waived. ^^^~ Germany, Denmark, Japan, Italy and Israel are just a few of the countries CSUF can assist in sending students to study. "I hope to see more students apply- the overseas programs. It actu- and an allowance to cover housing and personal needs. "I have always been interested in the language and culture, and I felt the ... University to see who is accepted only way to really learn, would be to ally does not cost more, for tuition is based on academics, knowledge of experience it first hand," Foster said, waived and there is often help with The biggest challenge will occur housing," commented Dr.Klassen on when she begins her course work as both the Monbusho scholarship and all text books, lectures and seminars other opportunities, will be offered only in Japanese. Foster, a speech major who has studied both Japanese and intercultural communication at CSUF, is counting on that to be a strong foundation for the Japanese language, medical records and personal history. Foster received a research scholarship. She will take extensive courses in Japanese for six months and proceed into research study for the duration of her stay. "The research aspect allows mc to get a hands-on experience by being active in lectures, seminars and lab her to build o Eileen Nidever, now residing in To Foster, it feels as though the experiences are beginning before she has even boarded the plane. "Aside from being nervous, I am excited and anxious," she said. Foster is planning to leave for Japan Oct. 6. Sununu, Tan head ULS season Race relations, politics, the environment and education are all scheduled topics of discussion for the 1994-95 University Lecture Series. This season offers six speakers with diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise. None of the speakers have ever visited California State University, Fresno before. Susan Vasquez, the director of the University Lee- ^^_ ture Series, said repeat - speakers arc avoided. "There are enough people out there who have enough insight, talent and information that we can tap, rather than have repeat speakers," Vasquez said. Among the scheduled guests for the fall semester =^ are author Amy Tan. former White House Chief of Staff John Sununu and environmentalist Kathryn Fuller. In the spring semester. Harvard professor Cornel West, Dr. Leon Lederman, the 1988 Nobel Prize winner in Physics and Chairman of the Lincoln Center Beverly Sills will speak. "My personal favorite is Cornel INSIGHT West." Vasquez said. "He's written what I consider a ground-breaking book in race rela- "He's dynamic as a speaker and he's well-rounded in his research and writing," she added. All speakers have been hand-chosen by a 15-member committee, Vasquez said. The committee works to determine the needs of the program, as well as There are enough people out there who have enough insight, talent and teresting information that we can tap, rather than have repeat speakers, — Susan Vasquez areas of expertise of speakers. It is at^that point that Vasquez steps in to play her role as the program's director. "The committee sends me reams of information on possible speakers," Vasquez said. "The speakers are all so diverse ... diverse in topic, in what kind of in- r> 01x1*1^ i>jVv^vy r HAPPY HOUR MON - FRI 3-7 PM I© $3.99 ALL YOU CAN EAT PIZZA I© $3.25 60 oz PITCHER OF BEER ]© BIG SCREEN TV I© GOOD TIMES Doubt* Pliy Plru can < WE DELIVER 291-1144 formation they can provide. Each speaker is different than the one before," she said. The average attendance for each speaker is between 400 to 700 people, Vasquez said. "An important focus is student participation. It is strongly suggested that the faculty give students incentive to attend the lectures. A good example of this incentive would be extra credit," she said. "After the lectures, students will usually say, 'I'm so glad I got ____ to hear that person speak.' Even if the student didn't agree with the speaker's philosophy, it is always in- hear the speaker's point of view from them, rather than just assume," she said. For the first time, the lecture series has announced ^—, the speakers for both semesters at once, rather than announcing each season seperately. "The whole year is announced in advance for the first time this year," Vasquez said. "This semester, we will send a reminder in January," she said. "In addition, this year there are detachable envelopes in the information packet to mail back to the office for season tickets.'' For season tickets, general admission is $42, faculty, staff and alumni are $30, elementary and secondary students are $30 and CSUF students are $12. For individual tickets, faculty, staff and alumni are $5, elementary and secondary students are 55 and the general admission price is $7. Tickets are sold at the University Student Union Information Desk and through the mail. Matt Soby/INSIGHT "Whoomp, there it is." Free Speech Booth — Sometimes it serves a purpose, otherwise, it's just a float without wheels. Mexican semester proposed Veronica Sanchez INSIGHT The trend toward education abroad has taken a shortcut to Mexico. A spring semester at the University of Guanajuato, Mexico, is being planned by California State University, Fresno faculty members. A reception for the president of the University of Guanajuato, Mexico, Juan Carlos Romero Hicks, was given to discuss a program that enables students to study in Mexico for the upcoming spring semester. The reception took place at the John Wright theater gallery on Sept. 15. President John D. Welty spoke on the Guanajuato program, a program aimed at sending qualifying students to study in Mexico. The program focuses on exposing students to language experience as well as creating an interchanging system among students and faculty. Students will pay for their tuition as if they were attending CSUF but would attend the university in Mexico. Housing with a Mexican family will be provided for them and funding for the trip to Mexico will be discussed before the program gets un der way. The reception addressed what needs to be done in order to get the project off the ground and what the expectations are for the program. Student teaching programs for CSUF students have been in existence in Mexico for four years, but those programs are centered around the training of teachers. The Guanajuato program gives students a chance to study in Mexico as well as providing students with cultural awareness. The program is looking for mature students preferably with Spanish class experience or some knowledge of Mexican culture. "Obviously, any time you go to another country you're going to have difficulties unless you were educated all your life in Mexico," said Dr. William Florcs, associate dean of the Department of Social Sciences, who is spearheading the project. Students will be accompanied by some members of the CSUF faculty who will be on hand to ease students' transition and to teach Mexican students various subjects while the CSUF students learn from Mexican professors. "It is not primarily a language pro gram," stressed Flores. "It is a semester in Mexico." The Guanajuato program in the spring will be a trial run. "Ideally, we would like in the future to have the semester in Mexico outlined in the schedule of courses." There is already a similar program in London and another one possibly on the way in China. Nine students have already expressed interest in the Guanajuato program; and if student interest continues, the program will begin next semester. Cosme Zaragoza, an associate professor of the foreign languages and Joyce A. Quinn, an associate professor of geography, have expressed interest in participating. The reception held mid-September answered questions and outlined structural and financial specifics for the Guanajuato program. Although the reception is open only to six student organizations and to certain Associated Students, Inc.. members, students who are interested in travel and education in Mexico are encouraged to speak with Dr. William Flores or to contact. Dr. Peter Klassen the dean of the School of Social Sciences. EOP still sterling after 25 years at CSUF Monica Villegas INSIGHT The Educational Opportunity Program is celebrating 25 successful years this fall and the EOP staff thinks it is something to brag about. EOP, which began in 1969, has been helping thousands of low-income students go to college every year. Robert Hernandez, director of the program since 1980. truly feels that this is a mark of progress for the minority student, but he is quick to say there is still a long way to go. Hernandez began with the program in 1969 as a student and has had the advantage of seeing the program from both sides of the coin. Hernandez said when he entered the university it was a very exciting time marked with a lot of controversy. "I can remember feeling a lot of hostility from the other students. They didn't think that we belonged here," Hernandez said. It was at this time when minority students had first been allowed to attend the university. "The Chicano movement was in full swing, along with the farm workers movement and not to forget at the height of the Vietnam War." Hernandez said. "With so many things going on, it made it a very exciting time to be in school." Today the issues have changed and some of the controversy has died down. "There is a need today to solve the greater problems of the community." Hernandez said that just because they get the student to college this doesn't mean that all their problems are going to go away. EOP is here to give students a sense of "familia" and guidance. The student can come to EOP for a variety of services from advising on both an educational and personal level to developmental workshops. "We like to think that we give the students a sense of empowerment," Hernandez said. "The path to graduation is much more than just books," said Hernandez. Seeing the student all the way through until graduation is one ofEOP's main goals. Hernandez gets a lot of personal gratification at attending commencements each year. He said that this is one of those jobs where someone can really make a difference. While EOP had planned to celebrate its anniversary this October, the EOP staff has moved the celebration to April to allow for better planning. For more information on this event or the EOP program, call the EOP office at (209) 278-3021. HYPER HAIR YOUR FAMILY HAIR CARE CENTER HAIK CUTS 57 PCTAt SPECIALS SZ5» COLOR WC/1VCS JW* NO APPOINTMENT NECESSAKf Zm WILLOW SUITE • 103 / CORNER Or GETTYSDUPG & WILLOW 50 CENTS OFF Any purchase over $2 ^•1:451*1060 STEPPING STONE FARMS Hunters and Jumpers Training ♦ Sales ♦ Lessons Amy Bissell Barn: (209) 264-7455 Home: (209) 271-1595 RESEARCH INFORMATION Largest Library of Information in U.S. - all subjects' Order Catalog Today with Visa / MC or COD Mm 800-351-0222 lirirLry or (310) 477-8226 Or, rush $2.00 to: Research Information 11322Maho Avq.,# 206 A, Los Angeles, CA 90025 INSIGHT Advertising 278-3934 lev ftrssasr— itiming ssraaicuncicss ^OpJ^L6Ji8JUiELTS_$lCL5_LJQBS _ s^d [CarburetOTjtelwiULpom^ 5gg^tjlfttq TUW iUPS '". .:
Object Description
Title | 1994_09 Insight September 1994 |
Alternative Title | Insight (California State University, Fresno) |
Publisher | Dept. of Journalism, California State University, Fresno. |
Publication Date | 1994 |
Description | Weekly during the school year. Vol. 1, no. 1 (Oct. 8 1969-v. 29, no. 23 (May 13, 1998, issue. Title from masthead. Merged with Daily collegian. |
Subject | California State University, Fresno -- Periodials |
Contributors | California State University, Fresno Dept. of Journalism |
Coverage | October 8, 1969 - May 13, 1998 |
Format | Microfilm reels, 35mm |
Technical Information | Scanned at 600 dpi, TIFF; Microfilm ScanPro 2000 "E-image data" |
Language | eng |
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Title | 019_Insight Sep 28 1994 p 3 |
Alternative Title | Insight (California State University, Fresno) |
Publication Date | 1994 |
Full-Text-Search | ' "' ' - September 28,1994 IN FOCUS CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, FRESNO INSIGHT Vast opportunities in Japan Marianne Chrisman practicums," Foster said. Bakersficld, undertook the same chal- INSIGHT Students can be accepted for the lenges facing Foster in fall 1992. Monbusho scholarship under areas of research, teacher training, undergraduate study. College of Technology or a professional training student Eligibility is dependent on the student's year in school, area of study was on her way to begin a year-long and knowledge of the language, program in Japan at Kochi University. The scholarship includes round trip fered. The opportunity was offered airfare, all tuition and entrance fees There is a vast number of opportu The room fell silent as she lifted the suitcases and took her First steps toward an experience of a lifetime. Robin Foster, a 23-year-old Califor- a State University, Fresno student. "It was a fantastic experience. At first I was very homesick but when the day came for me to say goodbye, I could not hold back my tears," Nidever commented. The Monbusho scholarship received by both women, is one of many of- __ through the Monbusho scholarship. This particular scholarship is set up by the Japanese government to enable foreign students to attend their universities. The role of the CSUF study abroad program, headed by Dr. Peter Klassen, dean of social sciences, is to supervise the application process, interview applicants and student to be considered for the scholarship. From this point, it is up to Kochi "/ have always been interested in the language and the culture and I felt the only way to really learn would be to experience it first handy" — Robin Foster nities to attend overseas programs through what are termed "sister universities." Sister universities are set-up to allow a campus to send a student to another campus, and in exchange, one will attend theirs. In most instances, _ all tuition fees are waived. ^^^~ Germany, Denmark, Japan, Italy and Israel are just a few of the countries CSUF can assist in sending students to study. "I hope to see more students apply- the overseas programs. It actu- and an allowance to cover housing and personal needs. "I have always been interested in the language and culture, and I felt the ... University to see who is accepted only way to really learn, would be to ally does not cost more, for tuition is based on academics, knowledge of experience it first hand," Foster said, waived and there is often help with The biggest challenge will occur housing," commented Dr.Klassen on when she begins her course work as both the Monbusho scholarship and all text books, lectures and seminars other opportunities, will be offered only in Japanese. Foster, a speech major who has studied both Japanese and intercultural communication at CSUF, is counting on that to be a strong foundation for the Japanese language, medical records and personal history. Foster received a research scholarship. She will take extensive courses in Japanese for six months and proceed into research study for the duration of her stay. "The research aspect allows mc to get a hands-on experience by being active in lectures, seminars and lab her to build o Eileen Nidever, now residing in To Foster, it feels as though the experiences are beginning before she has even boarded the plane. "Aside from being nervous, I am excited and anxious," she said. Foster is planning to leave for Japan Oct. 6. Sununu, Tan head ULS season Race relations, politics, the environment and education are all scheduled topics of discussion for the 1994-95 University Lecture Series. This season offers six speakers with diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise. None of the speakers have ever visited California State University, Fresno before. Susan Vasquez, the director of the University Lee- ^^_ ture Series, said repeat - speakers arc avoided. "There are enough people out there who have enough insight, talent and information that we can tap, rather than have repeat speakers," Vasquez said. Among the scheduled guests for the fall semester =^ are author Amy Tan. former White House Chief of Staff John Sununu and environmentalist Kathryn Fuller. In the spring semester. Harvard professor Cornel West, Dr. Leon Lederman, the 1988 Nobel Prize winner in Physics and Chairman of the Lincoln Center Beverly Sills will speak. "My personal favorite is Cornel INSIGHT West." Vasquez said. "He's written what I consider a ground-breaking book in race rela- "He's dynamic as a speaker and he's well-rounded in his research and writing," she added. All speakers have been hand-chosen by a 15-member committee, Vasquez said. The committee works to determine the needs of the program, as well as There are enough people out there who have enough insight, talent and teresting information that we can tap, rather than have repeat speakers, — Susan Vasquez areas of expertise of speakers. It is at^that point that Vasquez steps in to play her role as the program's director. "The committee sends me reams of information on possible speakers," Vasquez said. "The speakers are all so diverse ... diverse in topic, in what kind of in- r> 01x1*1^ i>jVv^vy r HAPPY HOUR MON - FRI 3-7 PM I© $3.99 ALL YOU CAN EAT PIZZA I© $3.25 60 oz PITCHER OF BEER ]© BIG SCREEN TV I© GOOD TIMES Doubt* Pliy Plru can < WE DELIVER 291-1144 formation they can provide. Each speaker is different than the one before," she said. The average attendance for each speaker is between 400 to 700 people, Vasquez said. "An important focus is student participation. It is strongly suggested that the faculty give students incentive to attend the lectures. A good example of this incentive would be extra credit," she said. "After the lectures, students will usually say, 'I'm so glad I got ____ to hear that person speak.' Even if the student didn't agree with the speaker's philosophy, it is always in- hear the speaker's point of view from them, rather than just assume," she said. For the first time, the lecture series has announced ^—, the speakers for both semesters at once, rather than announcing each season seperately. "The whole year is announced in advance for the first time this year," Vasquez said. "This semester, we will send a reminder in January," she said. "In addition, this year there are detachable envelopes in the information packet to mail back to the office for season tickets.'' For season tickets, general admission is $42, faculty, staff and alumni are $30, elementary and secondary students are $30 and CSUF students are $12. For individual tickets, faculty, staff and alumni are $5, elementary and secondary students are 55 and the general admission price is $7. Tickets are sold at the University Student Union Information Desk and through the mail. Matt Soby/INSIGHT "Whoomp, there it is." Free Speech Booth — Sometimes it serves a purpose, otherwise, it's just a float without wheels. Mexican semester proposed Veronica Sanchez INSIGHT The trend toward education abroad has taken a shortcut to Mexico. A spring semester at the University of Guanajuato, Mexico, is being planned by California State University, Fresno faculty members. A reception for the president of the University of Guanajuato, Mexico, Juan Carlos Romero Hicks, was given to discuss a program that enables students to study in Mexico for the upcoming spring semester. The reception took place at the John Wright theater gallery on Sept. 15. President John D. Welty spoke on the Guanajuato program, a program aimed at sending qualifying students to study in Mexico. The program focuses on exposing students to language experience as well as creating an interchanging system among students and faculty. Students will pay for their tuition as if they were attending CSUF but would attend the university in Mexico. Housing with a Mexican family will be provided for them and funding for the trip to Mexico will be discussed before the program gets un der way. The reception addressed what needs to be done in order to get the project off the ground and what the expectations are for the program. Student teaching programs for CSUF students have been in existence in Mexico for four years, but those programs are centered around the training of teachers. The Guanajuato program gives students a chance to study in Mexico as well as providing students with cultural awareness. The program is looking for mature students preferably with Spanish class experience or some knowledge of Mexican culture. "Obviously, any time you go to another country you're going to have difficulties unless you were educated all your life in Mexico," said Dr. William Florcs, associate dean of the Department of Social Sciences, who is spearheading the project. Students will be accompanied by some members of the CSUF faculty who will be on hand to ease students' transition and to teach Mexican students various subjects while the CSUF students learn from Mexican professors. "It is not primarily a language pro gram," stressed Flores. "It is a semester in Mexico." The Guanajuato program in the spring will be a trial run. "Ideally, we would like in the future to have the semester in Mexico outlined in the schedule of courses." There is already a similar program in London and another one possibly on the way in China. Nine students have already expressed interest in the Guanajuato program; and if student interest continues, the program will begin next semester. Cosme Zaragoza, an associate professor of the foreign languages and Joyce A. Quinn, an associate professor of geography, have expressed interest in participating. The reception held mid-September answered questions and outlined structural and financial specifics for the Guanajuato program. Although the reception is open only to six student organizations and to certain Associated Students, Inc.. members, students who are interested in travel and education in Mexico are encouraged to speak with Dr. William Flores or to contact. Dr. Peter Klassen the dean of the School of Social Sciences. EOP still sterling after 25 years at CSUF Monica Villegas INSIGHT The Educational Opportunity Program is celebrating 25 successful years this fall and the EOP staff thinks it is something to brag about. EOP, which began in 1969, has been helping thousands of low-income students go to college every year. Robert Hernandez, director of the program since 1980. truly feels that this is a mark of progress for the minority student, but he is quick to say there is still a long way to go. Hernandez began with the program in 1969 as a student and has had the advantage of seeing the program from both sides of the coin. Hernandez said when he entered the university it was a very exciting time marked with a lot of controversy. "I can remember feeling a lot of hostility from the other students. They didn't think that we belonged here," Hernandez said. It was at this time when minority students had first been allowed to attend the university. "The Chicano movement was in full swing, along with the farm workers movement and not to forget at the height of the Vietnam War." Hernandez said. "With so many things going on, it made it a very exciting time to be in school." Today the issues have changed and some of the controversy has died down. "There is a need today to solve the greater problems of the community." Hernandez said that just because they get the student to college this doesn't mean that all their problems are going to go away. EOP is here to give students a sense of "familia" and guidance. The student can come to EOP for a variety of services from advising on both an educational and personal level to developmental workshops. "We like to think that we give the students a sense of empowerment," Hernandez said. "The path to graduation is much more than just books," said Hernandez. Seeing the student all the way through until graduation is one ofEOP's main goals. Hernandez gets a lot of personal gratification at attending commencements each year. He said that this is one of those jobs where someone can really make a difference. While EOP had planned to celebrate its anniversary this October, the EOP staff has moved the celebration to April to allow for better planning. For more information on this event or the EOP program, call the EOP office at (209) 278-3021. HYPER HAIR YOUR FAMILY HAIR CARE CENTER HAIK CUTS 57 PCTAt SPECIALS SZ5» COLOR WC/1VCS JW* NO APPOINTMENT NECESSAKf Zm WILLOW SUITE • 103 / CORNER Or GETTYSDUPG & WILLOW 50 CENTS OFF Any purchase over $2 ^•1:451*1060 STEPPING STONE FARMS Hunters and Jumpers Training ♦ Sales ♦ Lessons Amy Bissell Barn: (209) 264-7455 Home: (209) 271-1595 RESEARCH INFORMATION Largest Library of Information in U.S. - all subjects' Order Catalog Today with Visa / MC or COD Mm 800-351-0222 lirirLry or (310) 477-8226 Or, rush $2.00 to: Research Information 11322Maho Avq.,# 206 A, Los Angeles, CA 90025 INSIGHT Advertising 278-3934 lev ftrssasr— itiming ssraaicuncicss ^OpJ^L6Ji8JUiELTS_$lCL5_LJQBS _ s^d [CarburetOTjtelwiULpom^ 5gg^tjlfttq TUW iUPS '". .: |