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OLC Weekly Bulletin                                                                                          October 9-13, 2006

 

President’s Office (Thomas Shortbull)___A reminder of the all staff meeting on Friday, October 13th starting at 10:00 a.m.  The committee meetings will commence immediately after the all staff meeting.  In order to provide a meal for everyone (150-160) you will need to bring some kind of dish.  See your email memo regarding the food or item that it is your department’s responsibility to furnish.   I ask that you continue to honor Calvin Jumping Bull’s memory by following his teachings.  He reminded the staff more than once in the all staff meetings to keep in mind the Lakota virtues of “sharing and generosity” when it seemed we were running short of food before everyone was fed.  It seems the contributions to the potluck portion of the noon meal has become less each month.  We only have these meetings once a month so it should not present a hardship to furnish a potluck dish.  All staff el canteyukeya woyute ah yau ow pe kte allstaff  (be generous and bring food to all staff).  Pilamaya pelo.    <><><>   BOT Meetings:  Finance, Thurs., Oct. 19 @ 3:30 pm & Program Policy @ 4:30 pm at the Pine Ridge CC; Personnel, Mon., Oct. 23rd  @ 5:00 at Piya Wiconi; BOT  on Tues., Oct. 24th @ 5:00 pm at Piya Wiconi.   

 

Pine Ridge CC (Shirley Brewer)___Note from Loretta, Joyce and Sylvia.  Today (Monday) is Lynn Ecoffey’s Memorial, she passed away exactly one year ago today on Tuesday. She is missed very much by PRCC staff, especially those who worked close with her for the past ten years.

 

EAP___Lenora Hudson, EAP Director, had two short pieces accepted by the South Dakota Humanities Council for inclusion in an anthology of South Dakota home front experiences about and during war times and conflicts.   (Congratulations Lenora – Wicah’pi Editor)

 

Applied Science & Tech (Marilyn Kockrow)___I would like to have you put in the bulletin that any General construction/Carpentry graduates of OLC can come to Piya Wiconi on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 to take a class on OSHA and receive an OSHA 10 card.  The class will be from 9-3 both days This card is a lifetime card the way I understand it.  For further information contact Leonard Ferguson.

 

Humanities and Social Sciences Department (Dr. Paul Roberston)___Upcoming Assessment Party:  There is a tradition in the department. It's called "holistic scoring." It's open to all faculty (full-time or part-time). It's interesting, important, informative, and instrumental in helping develop the writing skills of Oglala Lakota College students. That's right - not just students in our department, but students in every department. You have a chance to become part of this tradition toward the end of this semester. All you need to do is to contribute your time - usually about 1/2 day or less. If you've already participated, you know the drill. Otherwise, you'll have a chance to learn how to do "holistic scoring" and to participate in a lively session. Lively? Yes, yes, yes, yes, yes. Why?  Because of the varied perspectives that faculty invariably bring to the table. The discussions are sane, safe, subtle, and sophisticated.  And they're civil - not combative.  What more could you ask for?  Watch this space for updates on the holistic scoring piece. We'll be setting a date soon. And yes, there will be wahampi and other good eats as well.  <><><>   A free e-library with full text articles on Service Learning is available at http://servicelearning.org/lib_svcs/lib_cat/fulltext.php.   Those of you interested in Service Learning and the opportunities available for OLC courses might want to check out the free e-library.  After checking out some of the resources you might decide you want to work on a Service Learning offering in the coming semester or year.

 

Faculty Development (Doug Noyes, Chair)___The Faculty Development Committee will be hosting a banquet and seminar in November.  The dates are November 10th and 11th.  The topics will include student retention, advising and developmental programs.  Please watch for more information.

 

Learning Resource Ctr (Michelle May)___Amy Red Owl will be providing library services today, October 10 at Oglala Center from 10:00-12:00 then on to Wounded Knee Center from 1:30-3:30; Wednesday, October 11 she will be at the Pine Ridge Center from 10:00 – 3:00 and Thursday, October 12, library services at East Wakpamni from 10:00-12:00 and Pahin Sinte from 1:30-3:30………….so let Amy know if you need any help, need a library card or are looking for anything particular from the library.   <><><>   PRIME TIME READING PROGRAM will meet this Saturday, October 14, 2006 from 10:00am-12:00, Alvon Little WhiteMan reads to the children under 6 years old and entertains with storytelling and activities.  Children that are six years old and over are entertained by Stella Hernandez and Agnes Gay with story time…All Children must be accompanied by an adult…….the main focus of the Saturday gathering is for parents, aunts, uncles, cousins, brother, sisters…..participate with the children by listening to the stories also ………drop on by because everyone is welcome!!!!   <><><>   October 31, 2006, 1:30pm -Woksape Tipi Library will be hosting Steve Hendricks author of The Unquiet Grave: The FBI and the Struggle for the Soul of Indian Country.  He is passing through the country and wants to stop in at the college, he is donating a copy of his book to each one of our library centers.  This story begins with the death of Anna Mae Aquash with the focus on the FBI’s subversion of American Indian activists.  His work provides a reexamination of the FBI’s struggle against American Indians.  Steve will be speaking and signing books that he has brought, if you care to purchase…..stayed tuned for bit more info on that…….he will be speaking throughout the afternoon and looks forward to answering all questions you might have……………..we have a copy of the book available for check out today……….call us at the library for more information……..

 

Student Services (Billi Hornbeck)___The scholarship meeting has been rescheduled for October 19 and 20TH at Piya Wiconi.

 

Oglala CC (Donna Red Ear Horse)___From the desk of Carolyn Williams.  Oglala College Center student organization officers for the year 2006-2007: President, Dennette Hudspeth; VP: June Brave Heart; Sec/Treasurer, Kim Bad Heart Bull; Student Senator, Cydney Fast Wolf and PWO Rep: Teton Lakota…

 

 

Board of Trustees/Local Board Elections

Oglala Lakota College will hold Board of Trustees and Local Board elections in conjunction with the Oglala Sioux Tribe General Election on November 7, 2006.

There are five Board of Trustees positions open.  Those districts are Pine Ridge, Oglala, Wounded Knee, Pass Creek, and Eagle Nest.

There are fourteen Local Board positions open.  Those districts are:  Eagle Nest (1), Oglala (1), Pass

Creek (1), Pine Ridge (1), Wounded Knee (1), East Wakpamni (2), Pejuta Haka (3), LaCreek (2), and Pahin Sinte (2).

Any registered eligible Tribal member who meets the district residency requirement may run for a position on the main Board of Trustees or the Local Board in that district.

Petitions will be available September 18, 2006.  Board of Trustees petitions must be picked up and returned to the President’s Office at Piya Wiconi by the person running for office.  Local Board petitions can be picked up from the President’s Office or the local district college center but they must be turned in to the President’s Office at Piya Wiconi by the person running for office.  Each petition must have AT LEAST twenty five (25) valid signatures of district residents.

All Main/Local Board members are subject to Alcohol and Substance Abuse test as per OLC Policy.

Deadline for submission of ALL petitions is September 29, 2006 at 5:00 p.m.

Oglala Lakota College Election Committee members are Karlene Janis, Chairperson, Jonnie Clifford, member, Cindy Iron Cloud, member, and Diane Winters, member.  For information or questions call (605) 455-6000.

ELECTION 2006 TIME FRAME

Sept. 11, 2006             Press Release on OLC Elections and Deadlines for Petitions.

Sept. 18, 2006             Petitions will be available at Piya Wiconi for Board of Trustee positions and at the

                                    Local college centers for Local Board Positions.

Sept. 18, 2006             Posting of voter lists.

Sept. 29, 2006             All Petitions must be returned to Piya Wiconi Administration Building.

Oct. 13, 2006              Petitions will be certified by the Election Committee.

Oct. 20, 2006              Sample Ballots will be posted in polling places and public areas.

Oct. 26, 2006              Training of Judges and Tellers at Piya Wiconi at 10:00 a.m.

Nov. 7, 2006               In conjunction with OST General Election.  OLC Board Election will be

                                    Held from 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. at designated Polling places.

Nov. 8, 2006               Unofficial Election results will be posted.

Nov. 10, 2006             Deadline for contest of unofficial elections results.

Nov. BOT, 2006          Official Election Report filed with OLC Board of Trustees.

Dec. 2006                    New Local Board Members officially seated at Board of Trustees Meeting.

Dec. 2006                    New Board of Trustees members officially seated at Board of Trustees Mtg.

 

VOTE   VOTE  VOTE  VOTE   VOTE   VOTE   VOTE   VOTE   VOTE   VOTE

 

 

Fall 2006 Calendar (October/November)

Oct. 9                          Native American Day (offices closed)

Oct. 23-Nov. 24          Departmental Advising

Nov. 10                       Veteran’s Day Holiday (offices closed, classes meet)

Nov. 23-24                  Thanksgiving Holiday (offices closed)

 

Misc. Announcements

 

October is SD Archives Month:  Archives month is an annual celebration to acknowledge the value of the historical record, to recognize those who maintain and make accessible the records of our state, and to publicize the variety of ways archives provide knowledge about the historical and cultural heritage of South Dakota.  This is a great time to call attention to your organization or local government and the work that we do.  Your participation in Archives Month is important to help raise public awareness and appreciation for the historical record.  See South Dakota State Archives – Archives Month web site:  http://www.sdhistory.org/arc/archivesmonth06.htm  For more information contact Chelle Somsen at 605-773-3804 or send an email to sdshswebmaster@state.sd.us   (Editor’s note:  I am disappointed that they did not include any old photos of any of the SD tribes in their Archives Month poster.)

 

2007 Native American Political Leadership Program (NAPLP):  The George Washington University’s Semester in Washington – Washington’s most respected political semester program – announces its 2007 NAPLP.  In January 2007, a select group of qualified Native American students will receive individual scholarships to cover tuition, fees, housing, books and other expenses.  As a participant in NAPLP you will have the opportunity to:  (1) Spend a semester in the nation’s capital while taking classes at GW. (2) Participate in hands-on internships.  (3) Interact with political leaders and policy makers.  (4) Receive academic credit for classroom study.  (5) Study issues of importance to Native American communities.  You will learn key elements of political campaigns and governance such as: Message development, media production, fundraising, voter targeting, direct mail, lobbying.  You will return to your campus knowing what it takes to win elections, form coalitions, pass legislation and influence the processes that affect your tribal government and your community.  HOW TO APPLY – Interested students who are enrolled members of a Native American tribe may apply on-line or by downloading and mailing the application to SIW admissions, The George Washington University, 1922 F Street, NW, Room 404-A, Washington, DC 20052.  For further information call 202-994-8908, or toll-free, 800-367-4776 or email us at NAPLP@gwu.edu.  For on-line application, visit www.gwu.edu/~siw.  For scholarship application form visit www.gwu.edu/~siw/naplp.

 

Gonzaga University/MBA Program Degree.  Stacey Chapman from Gonzaga University was here to visit and she left some packets for anyone interested in getting an MBA Program Degree.  The Johnson Scholarship Foundation will pay for the complete degree.  All you need to do is make an initial visit, pass the GMAT Exam, and all of the Program can be done over the Internet with the exception of  six weeks in the summer.  They usually pay for you and your immediate family to live on campus during this time.  All you need is the commitment.  Stacey said if anyone had questions to feel free to call her.  She said it is also open to all our graduates.  If you know of someone wanting to advance their education, this is an excellent opportunity.  The visitors this morning from the Johnson Foundation wondered why they have attendees from all the Tribal Colleges that they serve but OLC.  I could not answer that.  I have five packets in my office that anyone could pick up and I can get more if we need it.  Don’t pass up this opportunity if you desire higher education.   A practice copy of the GMAT is on the Library Web site.  A copy can also be sent to you from Stacey.  You may take the test as many times as you like.  The JSF will pay for you to take it twice.  Contact Marilyn Kockrow @ 455-6076.

 

October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month:  The following events are taking place this month.  Oct. 17th – Cangleska NDVAM walk in Porcupine 5 p.m. starting at the college center.  <><>  Oct. 18th – Cangleska NDVAM walk in Martin 6 p.m. starting at H&R Block.  <><> Oct. 25th – Cangleska NDVAM walk in Kyle 10 a.m. starting at Little Wound School.  <><>  Oct. 26th – Cangleska NDVAM Four Directions walk 5:30 p.m. in Pine Ridge.  North – starts at old hospital.  South – starts at the top of the hill going to White Clay.  East – starts at the men’s housing parking lot.  West – starts at the YO park.   <><> Oct. 27th – Ohitika’s Diva Day in Rapid City from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the St. Isaac Jogues/Mother Butler Ctr in Rapid City.  <><> Oct. 28th – SDCADVSA walk in Lower Brule in memory of Vicki Eagleman at 9 a.m. starting at the Medicine Creek Bridge in Lower Brule. 

 

 

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