Free Brain Stress Balls! Tue, June 4

Find an ASCBC Student Worker with an ASCBC Tote Bag on Tuesday, June 4 to get your FREE Brain Stress Ball to help you manage all that stress that piles up at the end of the quarter/year!

2008 Graduation & Commencement Checklist

Applying to Graduate:
Must have completed the degree requirements for 2007-08 school year (including summer quarter 2008)
Set an appointment with a counselor or advisor to confirm your graduation eligibility and to complete a graduation application
Complete paperwork before May 7, 2008 to have your name printed in the commencement program.

Announcements:
Order at the CBC Bookstore for $1.25 each plus tax
Starting April 14 and through the summer
Allow 24 hours for printing
An honors line may be added for High Honors, Honors, and Phi Theta Kappa Honor students

Cap, Gown, Tassels:
FREE and yours to keep
Pick up your cap, gown, and honors items at the Student Programs Club Room (upstairs HUB), Mon.-Fri. from June 2 - 12 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and until 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 4 and Monday, June 9
Only CBC issued regalia can be worn at the ceremony

Rehearsal:
Come to a 30 minute “Talk Through” in the Gjerde Center on Monday, June 9 at 9:15 a.m. or 7:00 p.m.

Photographs:
CBC does not provide a photo option for graduates.

Commencement:
Friday, June 13 at 7:00 p.m. in the Toyota Center in Kennewick. The graduates will line up on the West Side Entrance at 6:30 p.m. Note: This entrance is also known as the zamboni entrance.

Diplomas:
Will be mailed to you in the fall. Graduates will receive their diploma cover at the ceremony.
All High Honors and Honors graduates will have the phrase “with honors” printed on their diploma.
Phi Theta Kappa Honors member seals will be on the diploma insert.

Notes:
For information on GED and H.S. Completion graduation ceremonies contact:
GED – Frank Murray 547-0511 ext. 2235, A Bldg 213
H.S. Completion – Counseling Department 547-0511 ext. 2305, HUB Student Services wing

For accommodations due to a disability contact:
The Resource Center at TTY#546-0400, or 547-0511 ext. 2252, FAX 544-2032, HUB Student Services wing.

The Student Programs Office will not be open on June 13, due to setup for the ceremony at the Toyota Center. Therefore, if you have any questions, you should contact the Student Programs Office before 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 12. Phone number: 509-547-0511 ext. 2223 or 2228.

Auditions!

Auditions for CBC's Jazz Choir (FreeForm) and Chamber Choir (DeserTones) are currently underway for next year. If you sing, play piano, bass, drums or guitar and would like to be in one of these exciting choirs, contact Dave Cazier: dcazier@columbiabasin.edu or 542-5537 to get more information and schedule an appointment.

CBC's Women Take Home NWAACC Golf Championship

Head Coach:
Dan Clifford
1st season, 6-3, .667
Head Assistant Coach:
Megan Bruce, 1st season
Overall Record:
6-3 NWAACC Champions
East Region Record:
6-3, 2nd place
Individual Accomplishments:
Mandi Villanueva, East Region 1st Team
Dan Clifford East Region Coach of the Year

Season Summary:
The CBC Women’s Golf Team put everything together at the NWAACC Championship to bring home CBC’s second championship of the school year. The team shot a 482 during the two day tournament at Hangman and Indian Canyon Golf Courses in Spokane. The 482 was seven shots ahead of region rival Spokane, who won the East Region title without losing a match all season, until the NWAACC Championship match, where they were upset by the Hawks.

The Hawks were impressive during the season; Mandi Villanueva was named to the All-East Region 1st team and shot a 164 at the championship good for 6th place. Mandi’s season was spectacular cumulating in her signing a letter of intent to play at University of Idaho. Amanda Bjork shined on the biggest stage, earning a 3rd place finish at the championship while being a constant threat all season long. Dan Clifford also won the East Region Coach of the year in his first season as Head Coach. First year Head Assistant Coach, Megan Bruce, was also a major contributor the Hawks’ success.

The program will lose three golfers next season, but with three returning golfers and a strong recruiting class, CBC should compete for another championship.

Still More Student Jobs

Applications available in the Student Programs Office (upstairs HUB).

Applications due Thu, May 29 by 4:30 p.m.

Publication Coordinator Job Description

- Updates the ASCBC and Student Programs websites weekly or as often as assigned by supervisor
- Arranges and publishes a biweekly ASCBC bulletin
- Creates slides for visual messaging screens in the HUB
- Updates the Student Programs reader board monthly or as often as assigned by supervisor
- Attends technology-related trainings at the discretion of the Director of Student Programs
- Completes a “walk through” in the HUB weekly (or as often as assigned by supervisor) to ensure all technology equipment (Plasmas screens, servers, etc.) are functioning properly
- Creates all club brochures for ASCBC
- Videotapes and/or takes photos in the absence of the ASCBC technology programmer or as assigned by supervisor
- Responsible for maintaining the technology programming (WebCT elections or contests) in the absence of the technology programmer
- Responsible for creating and maintaining all WebCT Tegrity recordings as assigned by supervisor
- Meets weekly with the Student Programs Specialist and/or the Director of Student Programs
- Other tasks as assigned by supervisors
- Adheres to the general requirements

General Requirements

- Works 10-12 hours a week between 7:30am and 4:30pm Monday - Thursday (additional hours maybe added at the discretion of supervisor) at WA state minimum wage
- Posts office hours each quarter and works during those times
- Maintains 6 credit hours each quarter
- Maintains a cumulative GPA of 2.0
- Able to train during the month of June (after June 13)
- Possibly completing summer work (with advanced notice) during the summer months (July – September) – Note: summer work is negotiable if the student selected has a trip planned or an additional summer job.
- Complete a 30 minute computer test during my interview for this position
- Performs various tasks as assigned by the Office of Student Programs

More Student Jobs Available!

If you enjoy assisting other students in being successful at CBC...Then we have the job for you!

We are currently hiring Student Success Guru's for the 2008-2009 academic year.

* Proctor student study rooms and assist students
* Mentor students who need a more structured study environment
* Create informational materials
* Assist with First Year Introduction (FYI)

If you have a positive attitude, good communication skills, can work independently and display mature judgment, and are flexible please apply.

To Apply: Pick up an application in the Student Success and Retention Office.

Applications are due by 4:00 p.m. on June 6, 2008.
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Would you like to gain leadership experience and add to your resume while earning extra money? --Then this is the job for you !

We are looking for FYI Week Assistants to work September 9-12, 2008, including a training session prior.

If you would like to make a positive contribution to future CBC students, have knowledge of the CBC campus, and have a positive attitude please apply!

To Apply: Stop by the Student Success and Retention Office to pick one up.

Applications are due by 4:00 p.m. on July 20, 2008.

New Scholarships Available

New Scholarships as of 4/28/08:

TYLENOL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM is now available to students. In 2009, a total of $250,000 in scholarship money will be awarded to outstanding students who are pursuing health-related studies. Applicants should apply online at: www.tylenol.com/scholarship using the access key TYNL.
DEADLINE: May 15, 2008.

NORTHEAST OREGON HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP is awarded on the basis of scholastic records, composition, and interviews. The scholarship is offered to students from Umatilla, Morrow and Union Counties who are high school seniors or graduates, currently attending an accredited college or trade school. Children of NEOHBA members and their employees are eligible regardless of residence. Pick up applications and information at the Student Financial Services Office.
DEADLINE: May 31, 2008

THE DO OVER SCHOLARSHIP features a total of five $1,000 scholarships. All students, 13 years and older, who are legal residents of the U.S. and the District of Columbia, are eligible to apply. Complete the application online at: www.scholarshipexperts.com/apply.htx.
DEADLINE: June 30, 2008.

THE ANA MARIA ARIAS SCHOLARSHIP is available to students who have declared a journalism major. Interested students should contact Amy Hinojosa at:
202-833-0060 or write: MANA, a National Latina Organization, 1146 19th St, NW, Suite 70, Washington, DC 20036.
DEADLINE: None. This is an on-going scholarship.

JOBS! ASCBC Student Programmer Applications for 2008-2009 School Year Available NOW!

Check your student email or visit the Student Programs/ASCBC Office upstairs in the HUB to pick up an application! Programming is one of the funnest jobs to have as a student! You bring the entertainment and lectures to the students! Get your applications in ASAP!

Deadline for the applications is May 8, 2008, by 4:30 PM.

This is a PAID position.

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Applicants must include the following:
A personal resume (which includes leadership, work, and volunteer experience)
A copy of your current transcript

General Requirements for all ASCBC Leadership Positions:

• Must be a full-time (minimum of 10 credits) CBC student for the academic year
• Must have and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
• Must have at least one class-free period between 9:10 and 12:30 everyday (for the 2008-09 school year). One free morning class period is required, but 2 or more is preferred (ALL Programmers).
• Must have the 12:40 p.m. class period free daily for the 2008-09 school year (Student Affairs Programmer Only)
• Must be able to work a minimum of 10 hours per week at Washington state minimum wage
• Will be compensated for no more than 19 hours per week
• Must attend student leadership conferences and meetings as assigned by the Director of Student Programs
• Must be available for summer training June – September (the schedule will be flexible to allow for short summer vacations – 2 weeks or less – and/or another summer job)
• Required to assist with all Program Board events
• Will perform various duties as assigned by the Office of Student Programs

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Position Descriptions

Education Programmer (1 position)

• Coordinates, organizes, and supports educational programming
  
• Completes every aspect of event planning from generating ideas to event evaluation
  
• Works with charitable and/or non-profit organizations to bring in educational speakers and/or community driven displays to campus
  
• Works with CBC faculty, staff, and various instructional departments to bring in educational programming that will be beneficial to students’ classroom studies
  
• Works and supports all Program Board and Executive Council events and activities
  Attends weekly program board meetings and staff meetings
  
• Serves on ASCBC and/or CBC committees when needed
  
• Other tasks as assigned by supervisor
  
• Must be a full-time (minimum of 10 credits) CBC Student for the academic year
  
• Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
  
• Must have at least one class-free period between 9:10 and 12:30 every day. One class period is required, but 2 or more free is preferred
  
• Must be able to work a minimum of 10 hours per week at Washington State Minimum Wage
  
• Will be compensated for no more than 19 hours per week
  

Activities Programmer (1 position)

• Coordinates, organizes, and supports activities programming
  
• Completes every aspect of event planning from generating ideas to event evaluation
  
• Works and supports all Program Board and Executive Council events and activities
  
• Coordinates an Open House to encourage students to meet the ASCBC leadership team and find out about student programs
  
• Attends weekly program board meetings and staff meetings
  
• Serves on ASCBC and/or CBC committees when needed
  
• Other tasks as assigned by supervisor
  
• Must be a full-time (minimum of 10 credits) CBC Student for the academic year
  
• Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
  
• Must have at least one class-free period between 9:10 and 12:30 every day. One class period is required, but 2 or more free is preferred
  
• Must be able to work a minimum of 10 hours per week at Washington State Minimum Wage
  
• Will be compensated for no more than 19 hours per week

Student Affairs Programmer (1 position)

• Coordinates, organizes and supports events and activities developed for or by the ASB Executive Council (includes community activities, political events, leadership seminars, 2 club rushes)
  
• Completes every aspect of event planning from brainstorming with Executive Council to event evaluation
  
• Takes minutes at all Program Board and Staff meetings
  
• Completes clerical duties (such as filing and office management)
  
• Maintains 2 brochure racks (club and community) and community bulletin board in the HUB
  
• Serves on Election Committee, and any other ASCBC and/or CBC committees when needed
  
• Organizes and maintains the Club Room
  
• Attends and reports at weekly ASB Congress meetings
  
• Works and supports all Program Board and Executive Council events and activities
  
• Attends weekly program board meetings and staff meetings
  
• Other tasks as assigned by supervisor
  
• Must be a full-time (minimum of 10 credits) CBC Student for the academic year
  
• Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
  
• Must have at least one class-free period between 9:10 and 12:30 everyday. One class period is required, but 2 or more free is preferred
  
• Must have the 12:40 class period free daily
  
• Must be able to work a minimum of 10 hours per week at Washington State Minimum Wage
  
• Will be compensated for no more than 19 hours per week
  

Technology Programmer (1 position)

• Coordinates, organizes, and supports technology programming (WebCT contests, elections)
  
• Completes every aspect of event planning from generating ideas to event evaluation
  
• Works and supports all Program Board and Executive Council events and activities
  
• Inventories sound and lighting equipment in the HUB and Gjerde Center as assigned by supervisor
  
• Responsible for making sure pictures and video is taken at each Student Programs event
  
• Responsible for updating and managing the webpage calendar with Student Program events
  
• Other tasks as assigned by supervisor
  
• Serves on ASCBC and/or CBC committees when needed
  
• Attends weekly program board meetings and staff meetings
  
• Must be a full-time (minimum of 10 credits) CBC Student for the academic year
  
• Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
  
• Must have at least one class-free period between 9:10 and 12:30 every day. One class period is required, but 2 or more free is preferred
  
• Must be able to work a minimum of 10 hours per week at Washington State Minimum Wage
  
• Will be compensated for no more than 19 hours per week
  
  Campus Connection Programmer (1 position)
  
• Coordinates, organizes, and supports programming on the Richland Campus (minimum of 2 events per quarter)
  
• Coordinates, organizes, and supports after hours programming on the Pasco Campus (minimum of 1 event per quarter)
  
• Completes every aspect of event planning from generating ideas to event evaluation
  Works and supports all Program Board and Executive Council events and activities as assigned
  
• Attends weekly program board meetings and staff meetings
  
• Other tasks as assigned by supervisor
  
• Must be a full-time (minimum 10 credits) CBC Student for the academic year
  
• Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
  
• Must have 10:20 and 11:30 class times available
  
• Must be able to work a minimum of 10 hours per week at Washington State Minimum Wage
  
• Will be compensated for no more than 19 hours per week

Current CBC Athletics Report

The CBC baseball team hosts first place Wenatchee Valley tomorrow at 1 PM. The Hawks (23-8, 7-4 East) trail Wenatchee (18-4, 7-3 East) by a half game heading into the contest. Admission is free.

Sports Update
CBC’s golf program started the 2008 season at the Olympic CC Invitational at the Gold Mountain golf course. The day was highlighted by a second place finish on the women’s team by Mandy Villanueva (161). Amanda Bjork placed 8th after shooting a 168. On the men’s side, CA Everson and Alex Ely each shot a 154 for a 10th place finish. New coaches Dan Clifford and Megan Bruce have been busy preparing for a six-tournament schedule including the NWAACC Championship Tournament at Hangman and Indian Canyon Golf Courses in Spokane.

The softball team is currently 8-8 in the East Region and 11-15 overall. The Hawks have a strong offensive attack led by Pasco High graduate, Brittany Cherry. Cherry is batting .613 with 10 homeruns and 28 RBI. Amy Woodland from Lewiston High, is batting .403 with 31 hits, 16 RBI, and 22 runs scored. Sophomore Jennie Harp is batting .364 with eight homeruns and 20 RBI. As a team, CBC boasts a batting average of .320 with 48 doubles and 28 homeruns. The Hawks sit in fifth place after finishing last week 1-3 but still have a chance to make the playoffs. The top four teams from the East Region earn a bid to the NWAACC Championship Tournament on May 16th in Portland, OR. With twelve games remaining in league play, the Hawks have plenty of time to make a run.

CBC’s baseball team still holds the NWAACC’s top ranking according to the first coaches poll. The Hawks are 23-8 overall and 7-4 in the East Region.

CBC’s offense has been a bright spot, sporting a batting average of .295. The Hawks are led by sophomore Brett Bochsler from Inglemoor High with a batting average of .413 and Kamiakin High graduate Phil Liniger with a batting average of .402 and a slugging percentage of .548. Wilsonville High (OR) graduate, Tyler Reeves, is batting .398 with a team high 30 runs scored and is tied with Woodinville High graduate, Luke Fieser with 45 total hits. Fieser is batting .387 and leads the team with 24 RBI.

Pitching has also been a factor in the Hawks’ success this season with a team ERA of 1.94. The Hawks’ hurlers have thrown eight shutouts, holding opponents to a batting average of .200 while recording 217 strikeouts in 238 innings pitched. Kamiakin High graduate, Bryce Hjellum is 4-0 with an ERA of 1.65 while holding opponents to a batting average of just .132. Hudson Bay High graduate, Steve Ames is 3-1 with an ERA of .78 with 34 strikeouts in 34.67 innings pitched and Brad Rutherford from Big Sky High (MT) leads the NWAACC with 10 saves.

On the defensive end, CBC leaves plenty of room for improvement. Over the course of the eight losses on the season, the team defense is averaging 4.3 errors per game and overall the average is 2.2 errors per game.

CBC Speech and Debate Returns Victorious!

Congratulations CBC Speech Debate Team for a job well done at the Spokane Falls C. C. Forensics Tournament March 7 and 8 in Spokane. The team brought home 9 awards:

Alexis Jenkins - 3rd place, novice parliamentary debate speaker points
Jessie Jenkins - 5th place, novice parliamentary debate speaker points
Fred Olsen - 9th place, novice parliamentary debate speaker points
Brittney Stephens and Fred Olsen - semi-finalists, 3rd place in novice parliamentary debate
Alexis Jenkins and Jessie Jenkins - quarter finalists, tying for 5th place in novice parliamentary debate
Evan Evans and Chris Topham of OSU - quarter finalists, tying for 5th place in novice parliamentary debate
Jessie Jenkins - 1st place in Novice Prose interpretation
Zlatka Jupic and Brittney Stephens – 4th place in open Duo drama interpretation
Jessie Jenkins and Alexis Jenkins – 5th place in open Duo drama interpretation

Our debate teams of Stephens & Olsen and Jenkins & Jenkins were 5-0 in preliminary competition.

SkillsUSA Winter Conference! Automotive Club Represents!

The Automotive Club had their SkillsUSA Winter conference in Kirkland at Lake Washington Community College. Seventeen students competed bringing home 13 of the 21 awards given out at the conference! If you see an automotive student walking around with a big smile give them a pat on the back they deserve it.

Listed below are the actual placements.

SkillsUSA
Winter Conference Placement
Lake Washington Community College
March 7, 2008

Extemporaneous Speaking First Place Kjell McDaniels
Extemporaneous Speaking Second Place Justin Turner
Extemporaneous Speaking Third Place Joseph VanBuren

Prepared Speech First Place Sarah Allison
Prepared Speech Second Place Jacob Nichols
Prepared Speech Third Place Kjell McDaniels

Job Demonstration (room 1) Third Place Justin Lund
Job Demonstration (room 2) First Place Sarah Allison
Job Demonstration (room 2) Second Place Kjell McDaniels

Job Interview (room 2) Third Place Kjell McDaniels
Job Interview (room 3) Second Place Joseph Criscola
Job Interview (room 4) Second Place Justin Lund
Job Interview (room 4) Third Place Noemi Herevia

OFFICERS

Here are the SkillsUSA state officers.
SkillsUSA
State Officers 2008

1. President Sarah Allison CBC
2. Vice President Dave Fesler WWCC
3. Treasurer Veronica Ibarra CBC
4. Secretary Amanda Weiss CBC
5. Parliamentarian Michael LeClech GRCC
6. Reporter Noemi Herevia CBC

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