Week of April 11-15, 2005
THE TAX MAN* STRIKES AGAIN!
This special edition “celebrates” April 15. Recently, the Fine Arts Center presented the
smash hit Forbidden Broadway. Here are a few tunes that never made it to the stage.
By the way, did you finish your taxes yet? Enjoy.
“Ol’ Man Taxes” from Showboat
Ol‟ man taxes, that ol‟ man taxes
He takes your money; it isn‟t funny
He just keeps takin‟
He keeps on rollin‟ along.
“One” from A Chorus Line
Just one interrogation, every little question he asks
One, chilling audit taking; every cent that he tasks
One call and suddenly your world goes up in flames
You‟ll never get out of your paying
It‟s you he blames!
“Beauty and the Beast” from Beauty and the Beast
Tail as old as time
You‟re left with just one dime
Your payment best not fail; he‟ll put you in a jail
Ol‟ man taxes and you.
“Shall We Pay!?” from The King and I
Shall we pay!? (bump-bump-bump)
Shall we write a check and send it right away!? (bump-bump-bump)
Shall we open up our bank accounts and send it out today?
Shall we pay!?
Shall we pay!?
Shall we pay!? (ba-dump-bump-bump)
* Any resemblance to a real or fictitious taxman, either living or dead, is unintentional and
coincidental. No taxman was injured during the writing or singing of any of these parodies.
BREAKING NEWS
Religious Experiences Speaker Series
Student Life and the Center for Peace, Genocide and Holocaust
Studies will present Spirit Possession and Medium-ship on
Wednesday, April 13 at 1:00 p.m. in Conference Room A, College
Center. Lecturer Chrispin Obico grew up in Uganda and holds a
bachelor‟s in religious studies and a master‟s in theology. His presentation explores the
beliefs of one of the tribes of Uganda, the Iteso. He will analyze the function of spirits in the
interpersonal family, clan, and individual relationships/lives of the Iteso. For more
information, call Dr. Katherine Tietge, ext. 2272 or ktietge@ocean.edu.
Travel to Italy!
Take a Roman Holiday from September 9 to 17 with the Academy
of Lifelong Learning. No matter how many times you‟ve visited Rome,
there‟s always more to see and do. Using the city as our base, we‟ll experi-
ence a panoramic tour of the city and the Vatican including St. Peter‟s,
the Sistine Chapel, and Vatican Museum. Stepping back in time, we‟ll
explore the city of Romulus and Remus; you‟ll walk the Roman Forum,
visit ancient temples, and see the Coliseum. Then, you‟ll travel to beautiful
Naples, the ruins of Pompeii, the seaside streets of Sorrento, and Mt. Vesuvious,
among many other sites. Cost: $1,799 (single room supplement $399) includes airfare,
transfers, hotel accommodations, buffet breakfast daily, special farewell dinner, escorts for
scheduled tours and museum fees. For more information, call Joanne Padrone, ext. 469.
CHINA CHRONICLES
Our good friends, Karl Kleiner (Business Studies) and his wife Ann are
on sabbatical teaching in The People‟s Republic of China! Following is
the entry for March 30, 2005.
Our Air China flight departed JFK airport on March 2 and we arrived in Xi'an 16 hours later
tired, but grateful that we had reached our destination. Our hosts met us at the airport,
drove us to the university and escorted us to our apartment which is located on campus.
The apartments, which are provided for all foreign faculty, are more than adequate and
generous by Chinese standards. Our apartment has a bedroom, living room, bathroom
[with hot water, usually], a small eat-in kitchen, and two "studies" where we prepare for our
classes. Our TV has several Chinese channels, others in Russian, French, German, and
CNN, BBC, and HBO in English.
The faculty dining room is a short walk from our apartment and "dinner for two" usually
costs about $1.50. We'll tell you more about the menu when we're sure what's on it. Our
favorites are sweet and sour chicken, fried rice, and noodles; there's also a tasty green
"veggie" that's new to us.
The semester started on March 7. My wife Ann teaches conversational English and has six
classes with 40 first-year students in each class. I have seven classes: four classes in
"International Corporate Management" with 100 to 120 third year students in each class;
and three "Introductory Business" classes with 40 first-year students in each class. It‟s a
total of approximately 800 students! Each class meets once each week for two hours.
Xi'an International Studies University has over 14,000, mostly residential students, enrolled
in various language courses, primarily English, and an expanding business curriculum.
There is little "wheeled” traffic on campus, but when classes change it's "rush hour" and the
campus is alive with thousands of animated teenagers hurrying to their next class. The
excitement is infectious!
The university hosts both students and faculty from foreign countries. To date, we have
discovered new friends from Sweden, Germany, England, Scotland, Northern Ireland,
Australia, Tasmania, South Africa, Canada, France, Japan, South Korea, and India! They
and our wonderful Chinese students have enriched our lives tremendously and made our
first three weeks here forever memorable.
Until next time...
With warmest regards from The Peoples Republic of China,
Ann and Karl Kleiner
CAMPUS BRIEFS
Genocide in Sudan Lecture
The Center for Peace, Genocide and Holocaust Studies and
the Office of International Education will present the lecture
Genocide in Sudan: A Country of Many Conflicts on Mon-
day, April 11 at 11:00 a.m., Conference Room A, College
Center. Guest lecturer Moses Ole Sakuda, is Associate Dir-
ector of Mission Relationships and Witness Program, Church
World Service. He will discuss the background of Sudan‟s conflicts, the new historic peace
agreement, and hope for the future. Info: International Education, ext. 397.
Please Announce to All Classes
Career Center Happenings
1) Interviewing Skills Workshop with Bill Kenny, a former vice
president of 2nd largest food company in the country, on Monday,
April 11 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Info: Career Center, ext. 2945.
2) Spring 2005 Job Fair on Tuesday, April 12 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in Conference
Rooms A & B, College Center. If you‟re seriously looking for a job, bring your resume and
dress appropriately. Info: Career Center, Administration Building, ext. 2945.
Poetry Reading Scheduled
April is National Poetry Month. In commemoration of poetry and spring, the
English faculty will present visiting poet Dr. Rachel Wetzsteon on Thursday,
April 21 at 11:00 a.m. in the Solar Lounge, College Center. Dr. Wetzsteon is
the author of The Other Stars, which was selected for the National Poetry Series,
and Home and Away. Mark your calendar and plan to attend and enjoy her reading.
Info: Janet Hubbs, ext. 2195.
Please Announce to All Classes
Students Sought to Attend Peace Seminar in Wash., D.C.
Six OCC students will be selected to receive a scholarship to the United
States Institute of Peace (USIP) Seminar in Washington, D.C., on Wed-
nesday and Thursday, May 18 and May 19. The USIP is funded by
Congress to promote research, education, and training on the peaceful
resolution of international conflict. Participants will attend morning semi-
nars hosted by the USIP on topics such as post-war Iraq with afternoon
trips to the Holocaust Museum and sites around Washington. The semi-
nar scholarship includes round trip transportation (by van) from OCC to
Washington, D.C.; and two nights hotel accommodations. Current OCC students
interested in attending this seminar must complete an application and return it to the Office
of International Education, Administration Building, Room 133. Application Deadline:
April 15. Info: International Education, ext. 397.
Please Announce to All Classes
Great Opportunity for Women Providers
The Women's Opportunity Awards program begins at the local
Soroptimist club level. Recipients become eligible to receive
region-level awards. Each region grants one first-place award
for $5,000. The 28 first-place recipients then become eligible to
receive one of three $10,000 finalist awards. Applicants must be women who provide the
primary financial support for their families, and who are enrolled in or have been accepted
to a vocational/skills training or an undergraduate degree program. Applicants must
demonstrate financial need, and cannot have already earned an undergraduate degree.
Applications are accepted each year from July 1 until December 1. Applications received
after Dec 1 or before July 1 will not be considered. Pick up an application and mailing
instructions from the Financial Aid Office, Administration Building, or download the
application and instructions from www.soroptimist.org. Info: Darlene LaMonica, ext. 2020.
Log On Today!
Board Clips
Current and back editions of Board Clips are posted on the web and can be
accessed by clicking http://www.ocean.edu/news/Board_Clips.htm.
Golf Outing to Raise Dollars for Scholars
Tee off at the Foundation‟s 4th Annual Golf Outing at Sea Oaks Golf Club, Little
Egg Harbor, on Monday, May 2 (Rain Date: May 4). Proceeds dedicated to the
Foundation Athletic Scholarship Program. Entry fee: $250 per player and includes
lunch, use of driving range for one hour, greens fees, golf cart, golf gift, and awards
dinner. Calloway scoring will be used. Individuals and businesses may also become a
Golf Outing sponsor and receive signage, program recognition, and depending on level of
sponsorship, may include entry fees for two to four players. Info: Foundation, ext. 492.
Employee Training & Development
Registration: Alba Sanchez, ext. 2469.
OCC Procedural Updates
Fire Extinguisher Training (All Employees) – April 29
OCC Emergency Procedures (All Employees) – April 20 or 26
Support Staff Association Professional Development
Preparing For and Running Effective Meetings (Support Staff) – April 28
Management Institute Courses
Crucial Conversations: Tools for talking when stakes are high (Mgt Inst) – June 15
Team Building Regatta (Mgt Inst) – June 22
ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
Please Announce to All Classes
1) $500 each is awarded to two graduates from academic year 2005 that have made a
commitment to continue their education at an accredited institution of higher education.
Application Deadline: April 30. Info: Alumni Affairs, 732.255.0494. 2) $1,000 scholarships
are given to three students per semester; academic achievement and financial need are
considerations. Application Deadline: Fall Scholarships – July 1, and Spring Scholarships
– December 1. Info: Alumni Affairs, 732.255.0494.
FACULTY INNOVATION CENTER
All sessions are held in Room 228, Instructional Building. Sessions run one hour.
RSVP: Claudine Keenan, ext. 2491 or ckeenan@ocean.edu.
Wed, April 13 Web Page Basics in Campus Cruiser, 6:00 p.m.
Thu, April 14 Mastery Quizzing in WebCT, 2:00 p.m.
Mon, April 18 Assessing Online Learning, 12:00 noon
Tue, April 19 Classroom Tools in Campus Cruiser, 2:00 p.m.
Wed, April 20 Web Page Basics in Campus Cruiser, 12:00 noon
Thu, April 21 Copyright Basics: What Every Instructor Should Know, 2:00 p.m.
Tue, April 26 Introduction to Campus Cruiser, 2:00 p.m.
Web Page Basics in Campus Cruiser, 6:00 p.m.
Wed, April 27 Introduction to Campus Cruiser, 6:00 p.m.
Thu, April 28 Classroom Tools in Campus Cruiser, 6:00 p.m.
TO YOUR HEALTH
Info: Susan Frick, Medical Receptionist, Health Service, ext. 364 or
sfrick@ocean.edu.
Thurs, April 14 HIV Results, 1:30 - 3:00 p.m., Health Office Rm A-107, Instr Bldg
Tues, April 19 Managing Stress, 1:30 p.m., Science Lecture Hall, Hiering Bldg
Dating Violence, 7:30 p.m., Rm A-311, Instr Bldg
Thurs, April 21 Dating Violence
1:30 p.m., Science Lecture Hall, Hiering Bldg
6:00 p.m., Southern Education Center
Tues, April 26 Managing Stress, 7:30 p.m., Rm A-311, Instr Bldg
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
1:30 p.m., Science Lecture Hall, Hiering Bldg
6:00 p.m., Southern Education Center
Wed, April 27 Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, 7:30 p.m., Rm A-311, Instr Bldg
Thurs, April 28 Smoke Free OCC, 1:30 p.m., Science Lecture Hall, Hiering Bldg
WHAT’S HAPPENING?
Planetarium
Info: ext. 342 or www.ocean.edu/planet.htm.
What’s Up?, Tues, April 12, and May 10 at 7:00 p.m., $3.
Spring Starwatch, Saturday, April 16, 8:00 p.m. (Weather Permitting.) FREE.
Sky Show Schedule – Through June 5
Admission: Adults (13+) $6, Senior Citizens (60+) $5, Children (12 and under) $4.50.
Friday & Saturday Evenings
8:00 p.m. – Destination: Earth (Ages 10+) (Followed by a 10-15 minute star talk.)
Saturdays & Sundays
11:30 a.m. – Wonderful Sky (Ages 7 and under)
1:00 p.m. – Exploring the Spring Sky (All ages)
2:30 p.m. – Destination: Earth
Spring Break Week: April 25 to April 29
There will be additional daytime shows at 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 2:30 p.m.
(See Sunday schedule above.)
Fine Arts Center Theatre: Info: ext. 500.
Avner the Eccentric, clown, mime, magician, juggler, Sunday,
April 17 at 2:00 p.m. Tickets: $20 / $10* (*Young People 3-12 years
of age).
Student Life: Must show valid OCC ID. Tickets & Info: ext. 348.
Washington’s Crossing State Park, Wed, April 13, $10-$15
Orioles vs. Yankees, Sat, April 16, $8-$10
Chelsea Art District, Thurs, Apr 21, $9-$13
Philadelphia Museum of Art, Sat, April 30, $5-$16
Spring Dinner Dance, Fri, May 6, $10
Great Adventure, Daily Passes $23-$26, Season Pass $75
Jackson Outlet Village, Coupon Book, Free
Movie Passes to Loews, $5-$5.50
Lakewood BlueClaws, $6 (includes $2 in Blue Bucks)
$25 Off on Tax Preparation, valid OCC ID and coupon required
HAS SPRING REALLY SPRUNG?
Linda Verheyen: “It certainly is not because of the old groundhog, that
I know when it will be spring. He never seems to get it right. I know it
is spring when I see the beautifully colored crocus popping up, the
garden centers opening up their doors to sell forsythia shrubs,
hyacinths, tulips, and lilies. Watching the rebirth of all nature, around
us, makes me smile and become eager to enjoy the summer days that
are ahead. And let‟s not forget the changing of the clocks. Now, do you feel like it is
spring?” Yes, Linda, we do! Congrats, you’ve won the gift certificate for two tickets
to the Fine Arts Center performance of your choice!
Now let’s see what the runner ups had to say…
Dottie LaPosa: “A sure sign for me is having the daffodils planted in the protected
„southern exposure‟ of my home come into early bloom and then having it snow
one more time! It seems that nearly every year, I find myself running out in the
middle of a snowfall cutting blooms to bring inside so I can enjoy some of them
before they freeze. Once my daffodils have been destroyed by that one last snow-
fall – I know spring is just around the corner!” Be careful Dottie, don’t slip!
Debbie Daley: “I know that spring has sprung because we just had a thunder
storm! That‟s a definite sign that winter‟s over. First it‟s March winds, then
April showers (and thunder storms), which will bring May flowers – SPRING.”
Debbie, we may need both an ark and an antihistamine!
Pat Sosnak: “Spring has sprung, at least in Jackson,
„cause our resident groundhog has made his (or is it her?) appearance in
our backyard; soon the little babies will follow. It is definitely spring.”
Pat, I spoke with Jupiter the OCC Hawk and he wants to know when
you’re going to invite him for dinner? No bother cooking, he’ll pick up a little
something from the neighborhood!
Keep reading for more fun…
WHO READS E-NOTEBOOK? The Grooviest People, That’s Who!
Steven Bungay: “Reasons: 1) I am interested in college events; 2) I am interested in all
aspects of OCC college life, I am alumni class of 1977; 3) I am a computer neophyte, I find
this a fascinating way to communicate.” Steve, we find it a fascinating way to
communicate as well. Congrats, you’ve won the gift certificate for two tickets to the
Fine Arts Center performance of your choice!
Now let’s see what the runner ups had to say.
Susan Frick: “The top three reasons I read the e-notebook are: 1) I want to see what the
other departments are up to! 2) I love to read the interesting, funny, trivia information!
(Loved the St. Patrick info! Sent it home for my children to read.) 3) It‟s a great way to
keep up with special programs on campus!” Susan, you are very wise indeed to share
e-notebook with your family!
Pat Sosnack: “I read e-notebook to get the latest that is going on, and also to find out who
was “caught in the act” this time…good reading.” Pat, you are among the many astute
people who regularly read e-notebook!
Pamela Dong: “The top three reasons I read e-notebook are: 1) to find out what is going
on on campus, 2) read the funny stories, 3) to find out what trips are being offered by
Student Life.” Pam, it shows great intelligence that you properly use e-notebook to
keep up with campus news!
Debbie Daley: The three top reasons I read the e-notebook are: 1) What‟s Happening, 2)
Breaking News, and 3) Campus Briefs. It‟s an easy way to keep up-to-date on what‟s
going on at OCC. Debbie, you have a keen sense of perception to realize that
e-notebook is indeed an easy (and fun, may I add) way to keep in the “OCC-know”!
Keep reading and be certain to tell your coworkers to read e-notebook too!
In the coming weeks,
you might just win a prize
if I stop you on campus
and you can prove that you‟re in the OCC-know
by correctly answering a question
about the latest edition of e-notebook.
So keep on reading,
you‟ll never know
when I might just stop you!