By VANESSA AVILA

Learn how to go green and save money from the pros at this year’s “Green Living Fair” on Nov. 12 from 10am to 2pm.

The fair will take place at the HabiStore, 935 W. Grant Road, which sells home improvement supplies to benefit Habitat for Humanity and will be open for business during the fair.

The nonprofit organization is known for using volunteers to build homes for local, first-time homeowners living in poverty.

Experts will be on hand to answer questions on “green” building, water conservation, rainwater harvesting.

Other experts on “green” gardening, landscaping, and solar power will show how to live economically while protecting the environment.

Groups like Pima County’s Department of Environmental Quality, Office of Sustainability and Conservation and Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department will have their own representatives.

The Pima Association of Governments will give tips on sustainability and show visitors how to conserve energy and save money.

County workers will introduce visitors to the county’s own Grease Monster, who can tell you how grease can be poured down the drains that clog sewer lines instead be recycled and turned into biodiesel by local companies.

Tucson Fire Department firefighters will demonstrate how to safely deep-fry a turkey, in time for Thanksgiving.

Pima Community College has gone green with some adjustments throughout the campuses. Desert Vista is known for their central plant facility chillers and hot watersolar power.

PCC also has a partnership with Southwest gas and Tucson Electric Power to save as much energy as possible.

Most campus restrooms have been remodeled to use censors to flush toilets for less water usage.

History of tuba, performance topic for Speakers Series talk

By RYAN TSARSIS

Mark Nelson of the Pima Community College music faculty will present the history of the tuba through a live performance Nov 15 at 6 p.m in the Community Board Room of the PCC District office, 4905 E. Broadway Blvd.

The talk is part of a Speakers Series sponsored by the Faculty Senate and provist.
Nelson’s performance, accompanied by piano, will capture the milestones of the tuba’s technical and lyrical development.

Nelson is an internationally recognized tuba player. He has performed in the United States, Japan and Australia, and has premiered more than 30 new works. Nelson has also published a book, articles and more than 200 reviews of new music.

Nelson received a doctorate in music from Arizona State University. He is currently chair of performing arts and director of bands at PCC’s West Campus, where he teaches courses in electronic music and music fundamentals.

Free health and safety screenings, assessments, demonstrations and door prizes will be available at a West Campus Health and Safety Fair Oct. 20.

The fair, sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free.

More than 40 health and safety businesses and organizations will have booths. Visitors can also obtain information about Pima Community College’s health-related programs.

“The community should come out, have fun, meet us and see what services are available,” said Geneva Escobedo, chair of the health and safety committee. “I want families to take advantage of the screenings and assessments we will have available.”

For more information, visit pima.edu.

Dental hygiene students provide free toothbrushes

During dental hygiene month in October, Pima Community College’s Dental Hygiene Class of 2012 will exchange toothbrushes free of charge as part of a community dental healthcare project.

On Tuesdays and Thursdays through Oct. 27, the project will give away manual toothbrushes outside of the bookstore at West Campus from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

“We want to let students know what we offer,” dental student Susan Slone said. “Not only are we giving away toothbrushes, we want to educate the student body and promote the low-cost services offered here at Pima.”

People who wish to participate in the exchange are asked to bring their old toothbrush. Students will provide a new one along with information on hygiene.

“We hope to reach a lot of people this month,” Slone said. “If it’s successful, we aim to incorporate these services at more campuses in the future.”

For more information, contact the Dental Hygiene Clinic at 206-6090.

-Compiled by Kyle Wasson

Faculty vocal

recital Oct. 16

Music fans can enjoy a Dean and Anna Schoff Vocal Recital when Dean and Anna Schoff perform with David Craig accompanying on piano Oct. 16, at the West Campus Recital Hall at 3 p.m.

The Schoffs have been performing for many years, doing so throughout the United States and Europe.

The Schoffs are also creators of an international master class called “Self Esteem for the Performing Artist.”

Tickets cost $6, with discounts available. For more information, call 206-6986 or visit pima.edu/cfa.

Wind Ensemble

concert Oct. 20

The Center for the Arts Proscenium Theatre will host a PCC Wind Ensemble concert Oct. 20 at 7:30 p.m.

Mark Nelson, the Wind Ensemble director, has a tuba solo in the concert. This is his first time being a soloist since becoming director of bands in 2000.

The concert will also have a mix of concert band standards, appearances by the woodwind, brass and percussion ensembles.

Tickets cost $6, with discounts available. For more information call 206-6986 or pima.edu/cfa.

Chorale, Singers

perform Oct. 23

The Chorale and College Singers will perform at West Campus’s Proscenium Theatre, Oct. 23 at 3 p.m.

Director of the concert Jonathan Ng is a professional lyric tenor and has appeared in various oratorios and operas in the United States, Europe, and Hong Kong. Ng is also currently the founder and conductor of The Arizona Choral Society.

The Chorale and College Singers Concert will provide a wide range of repertoire from 13th century plainsong to 19th and 20th century choral masterpieces.

Tickets cost $6, with discounts available. For more information call 206-6986 or pima.edu/cfa.

-By Ryan Tsarsis

Workshop offers

tips for writing

children’s books

New York Times best-selling author Rhody Cohon will lead a workshop for authoring children’s books Oct. 14-16 at West Campus.

“Writing for Children: Who, What, When, Where, Why versus How” will include learning about age groups, types of books, book length and reading levels to understand the framework that goes into a children’s book. It will also explore how to write for young audiences.

Many literary devices will be shown as well as writing exercises to help aspiring writers.

The workshop will take place Oct. 14, 6-8 p.m., Oct. 15 & 16, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For more information, call Meg Files at 206-6084 or email mfiles@pima.edu.

-By Dillon Olliver

Pima Community College Chancellor Roy Flores has told members of the faculty and staff that he will undergo triple-bypass heart surgery Oct. 14.

“I feel strong and have been running regularly, but my doctor tells me that there is some blockage in my arteries that we need to address,” Flores said in an email. “He also tells me that I’m in excellent shape otherwise, a perfect candidate for this kind of procedure, and I can look forward to a full recovery in four to six weeks.”

The surgery will take place at Carondelet Heart & Vascular Institute.

Provost Suzanne Miles, who also serves as president of Community Campus, will assume some of Flores’ day-to-day responsibilities.

John Carroll, vice president of instruction at Community Campus and a former acting superintendent of the Tucson Unified School District, will assume some of Miles’ duties at Community Campus.

“I have every confidence in our team, and I know that students and faculty will not notice any difference in college operations,” Flores said. “I will be in regular contact with my staff from home, particularly with regard to budget and planning issues.”

Miles is a 26-year veteran of PCC, where she has held numerous administrative positions. As provost, she serves as the college’s chief academic officer.

“We expect college operations to continue to run smoothly,” Miles said. “Dr. Flores has assembled a team of dedicated professionals who are all devoted to education and serving our community. We will hold down the fort while he is away.”

Flores has been PCC chancellor since March 2003.

More than 60 community groups and organizations will participate Oct. 12 in Earth Science Day at Pima Community College’s Northwest Campus.

“Earth Science Day is a great opportunity to encourage students to explore the natural world and learn about the geosciences,” said Dr. Alex Kajstura, president of the Northwest Campus.

“Students will not only get the chance to learn about astronomy, climatology, geology and environment protection, but they will be able to taste food cooked in a solar oven and check out the accuracy of the giant campus sundial.”

Earth Science Day is free and open to the public.

Date:  Wed., Oct. 12

Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Location:   PCC Northwest Campus, 2nd level

October is dental hygiene month at Pima Community College. The Dental Hygiene Class of 2012 will exchange toothbrushes free of charge as part of a community dental healthcare project.

On Tuesdays and Thursdays from Oct. 4-27, the project will give away manual toothbrushes outside of the bookstore at West Campus from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

“We want to let students know what we offer,” dental student Susan Slone said.

“Not only are we giving away toothbrushes, we want to educate the student body and promote the low-cost services offered here at Pima,” she added.

The dental hygiene community suggests toothbrushes should be replaced every three months. People who wish to participate in the exchange are asked to bring their old brush. Students will provide a new one along with information on hygiene.

“We hope to reach a lot of people this month,” Slone said. “If it’s successful, we aim to incorporate these services at more campuses in the future.”

For more information, contact the West Campus Dental Hygiene Clinic at 206-6090.

The Disney College Program will visit Pima Community College’s Northwest and Downtown campuses on Tuesday, Oct. 4, to provide information about its paid internships.

The program offers students jobs at Disneyland in California and Disney World in Florida.

The Northwest Campus presentation will begin at 12:30 p.m. in Community Room A-207. The Downtown Campus program begins at 5 p.m. in the library.

For more information or to apply, visit disneycollegeprogram.com.

-By Megyn Fitzgerald

Hispanic Heritage celebration continues through Oct. 15

Pima Community College will honor National Latino Heritage month with a variety of events at West Campus.

National Latino Heritage Month runs from Sept. 15 – Oct. 15. PCC West Campus will continue the celebration with Latin American Trivia on Tuesday, Oct. 4 from noon to 2 p.m. in the cafeteria.

There will be a screening of the film “Papers: Stories of Undocumented Youth.” This film will be free and open to the public on Wednesday, Oct. 5 beginning at 6 p.m. in the Proscenium Theater.

PCC will have a guest speaker visiting west campus on Thursday, Oct. 6. Geneva Escobedo will give a speech describing her Latina leadership journey.

She will be speaking at 11:30 a.m. and will finish at 12:30 p.m. in CG-06.

National Latino Aids Awareness Day will wrap up the festivities on Wednesday, Oct. 12 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the HRP court.

 -By Joel Gantt

aztecpress@pima.edu

Pima Community College will host remembrances at three campuses Sept.8-12 to honor the tenth anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

East Campus will hold a Patriot Day Remembrance Ceremony on Sept. 8. A flag ceremony is scheduled for 9 a.m. on the student mall, followed by a panel discussion at 11:30 a.m. in the Community Room.

Downtown Campus will post an image of remembrance on its marquee Sept. 10 and Sept. 11.

West Campus will honor the fallen with a ceremony Sept. 12 at 8:30 a.m. at the Palm Court. A campus police honor guard will conduct a flag ceremony and a student will sing the national anthem.

A number of other memorials will be held throughout Tucson.

The University of Arizona will host events organized by the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, titled  “9-11 Together We Remember.”

From Sept. 1-11, forums will include lectures, panels, a book discussion and a film screening to discuss topics such as terrorism, border security, politics and the media.

These are some of the events:

• U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Alan Bersin will discuss border security issues on Sept. 1 at 7 p.m. in the north ballroom of the UA Memorial Student Union. A question and answer period will follow.

• A panel discussion on how the tragedy changed U.S. history, culture and politics will be held Sept. 6 at 6 p.m. in Kiva Auditorium, Room 211 in the UA Education Building.

• On Sept. 11 at noon, the Loft Cinema will show “Rebirth,” a feature-length documentary focusing on five people coping with the aftermath of 9-11. For additional information, visit loftcinema.com.

• The Tucson Chamber Artists choir and Tucson Symphony Orchestra will perform a “Remembrance and Renewal” concert Sept. 11 at 3 p.m. in UA’s Centennial Hall. Tickets cost $19-64, with students admitted free. For details, visit uapresents.org.
• A pops concert with fireworks and a light show takes place Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. at the Reid Park amphitheater.

All events except for the musical concert are free. For details, visit http://web.sbs.arizona.edu/college/911.

Other Tucson events include the fourth annual 9-11 Tribute Motorcycle Rally & Run on Sept. 10. Registration begins at 10 a.m. The fee is $20 for the rider and $5 for a passenger. See details at motorcyclemonster.com.

A Blue Star Mothers Az2, USACares and Homes for Our Troops benefit 5K run will be  held Sept. 11 at 6 a.m. at Silverbell District Park. Fee is $25. Proceeds will help provide care packages to troops, emergency funding for military families and handicap-accessible homes for wounded troops.

Worldcare will host a walk/run Sept. 11 from 7 a.m. to noon at Reid Park. A remembrance ceremony will honor the 9-11 victims, first responders and civilian aid workers.

The event will also feature canine and rescue demos, games, ice cream, face painting and hot dog vendors. The walk/run registration fee is $35. For more information or to register, visit worldcare.org.

Reporter Nina Elliott-Salt contributed to this story.

Campus police honor guards conduct a flag ceremony on West Campus in 2009, to honor victims of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. Photo by Jessica Canchola

aztecpress@pima.edu

Student life coordinators at each Pima Community College campus have planned events for National Hispanic Heritage Month, which is celebrated from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15.

Downtown Campus will host a variety of activities Sept. 15 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

“There will be performers in the free speech area, and a number of speakers and presenters that will bring subjects regarding Hispanic heritage,” Student Life Coordinator Michael Lopez said. “We are also planning on having music and folkloric dancers.”

East Campus plans a Hispanic art show featuring Arturo Valenzuela and music, Student Life Coordinator Constance Strickland said.

The film “389 Miles of the Border” will be shown Sept. 19 at noon in the East Campus Community Room.

For further details and updates, check campus event listings on the PCC website, pima.edu, or stop by any campus student life center.

Hispanic Heritage Week was approved by President Lyndon Johnson in the 1960s and expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 31-day period.

Sept. 15 was chosen as the starting point because it is the anniversary of 1821 independence for five Latin American countries: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua, according to hispanicheritagemonth.gov.

Mexico celebrates independence days on Sept. 16. Chile hold festivities on Sept. 18 and Belize celebrates on Sept. 21.

High school, Pima Community College and University of Arizona students are encouraged to attend PCC’s Financial Aid Day on Saturday, Aug 27.

The free event starts at 8:30 a.m. in the Community Board Room in Building C of PCC’s district offices, 4905 E. Broadway Blvd.

Financial Aid Day is sponsored by PCC and Rep. Raúl M. Grijalva of Arizona’s 7th Congressional District, and is open to the public.

All events are in the Community Board Room except as indicated:

•8:30 a.m. – Welcome and Introductions, Imelda Cuyugan, PCC assistant vice chancellor for government relations.

•8:45 a.m. – “Federal Higher Education Policy, Student Loans and Pell Grants,” guest speaker Joseph P. Mais, senior legislative assistant to Rep. Grijalva.

•9:45 a.m. – Break

•10 a.m. – “Nuts and Bolts of Financial Aid,” Anna Reese, PCC executive director of financial aid, and Rebeka Salcedo, assistant director, financial aid, University of Arizona.

•11 a.m. – “The Scholarship Process and How to Apply,” Alma Yubeta, development manager, Pima Community College Foundation, and Rebeka Salcedo, UA.

•Noon – Guest speaker, Rep. Raúl M. Grijalva. (Box lunches can be picked up in the lunch room and taken back to Community Board Room.)

•1-3 p.m. – “FAFSA Frenzy, How to fill out your FAFSA” hands-on workshop, PCC’s Anna Reese, Room C-115.

You can save time by completing as much of the FAFSA worksheet as possible ahead of time. It is available at www.fafsa.ed.gov/fotw1112/help/ffdef44.htm. Click on “The 2011-2012 School Year” (July 1, 2011 – June 30, 2012.)

Students attending this workshop should have:

• Social Security number
• Driver’s license or photo ID
• W-2 or a pay stub
• 2010 tax return
• FAFSA PIN (Staff will help students without one sign up for one or re-set theirs.)

For more information, go to www.fafsa.ed.gov/fotw1112/help/before003.htm

Calling all sluggers! The Student Veteran Organization will host a student-versus-faculty baseball game on April 2 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Himmel Park, located south of Speedway Boulevard just off Tucson Boulevard.

The SVO welcomes any students to the diamond in a battle against the Student Life faculty. Food and beverages will be provided, with donations welcomed.

All students, not just veterans, are encouraged to attend.

“It doesn’t matter who you are or what you’re going to school for, we just want people to come out and have a good time,” said SVO member and event coordinator John O’Grady.

“We’re trying to get the word out more with these events. It’s always nice to meet new people and enjoy a great day at the park.”

It’s free to watch and to play. For more information, contact O’Grady at 784-4478.