Palau Community College
MESEKIU'S
NEWS
Friday, December 22, 2006 Weekly Newsletter Volume 8, Issue 50
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Palau Community College MESEKIU'S NEWS |
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Friday, December 22, 2006 Weekly Newsletter Volume 8, Issue 50 |
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NMC Marine Biology-Ecology Club Students Visit Palau Community College hosted a group of students and their instructors from Northern Marianas College (NMC) who visited Palau and the College earlier this week. The students and their instructors who are on Christmas break were on island for about a week to tour the campus and also visit some of the popular attractions in Palau. The group met with PCC President Dr. Patrick U. Tellei and presented him with a t-shirt and a plaque of appreciation thanking him and the college for hosting their visit. PCC maintenance staff took the group to the rock islands were they were able to spend several days enjoying the splendor of the rock islands. The students, most of whom were visiting Palau for the first time also took a tour of downtown Koror, shopping and sampling local eateries. The students and instructors included: Maverick Hibus, Regina Andres, Sylvia Leon Guerrero, Kennedy Benjamin, Andre Kozij (Instructor), Martin Camacho, John Furey (Instructor), JR Sablan, Barnaby Lizama, Carla Taylor, Christal Leon Guerrero, Shirley Castro, Velma Santos, Ros Leon Guerrero, Jadine Hockett, Janaway Takai, Coralee Echang, and Bridgette Ichihara. |
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PNOC/ PCC Coaching Course Available Soon |
Outrigger Being Repaired at PCC's Boathouse The famous outrigger craftsman from Ngchesar, Ebekeu Orukei Bukringang, and his apprentice, Gideon Ngiramengior, are giving their precious time to repair a Kosraen Outrigger (desomel) at PCC's boathouse (diangel). |
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Earlier this month, PCC Associate Dean, Sherman Daniel, PNOC Secretary General, Baklai Temengil, and PNOC board members and staff met to finalize specific skills and tactics. This course is open to all interested PCC students as well any individual in the community. Both PCC and PNOC are excited about this new program as it took two years to plan and finalize. Not only that, this marks the beginning of a new partnership towards the development of a coaching certificate program at PCC. |
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PCC Security Guard Awarded "Against All Odds" |
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After a couple of weeks into the program, Itelmong had some difficulties but later found the program to be quite exciting and decided to continue to challenge himself and his fellow classmates and do his best. The program not only educated Itelmong in Palau's law enforcement, but also the value of teamwork. |
Itelmong would like to take this opportunity and thank all the PCC staff for their support. Also, a special thanks to Vice President/ Minister Chin for the excellent program and especially to Chief Aguon and Officer Rimirch for their training. Congratulations and we are very proud of you, from all of us at PCC! |
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Christmas Luncheon TODAY for Everyone! All faculty, staff, and students, are invited to a special Christmas luncheon today at the College's Mesekiu Bai. In the tradition of our Christmas luncheon, everyone is encouraged to bring their families to this special holiday luncheon. |
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BITS AND PIECES... Urgent Public Announcement... As of Wednesday, December 20th, there are 251 cases of gastroenteritis outbreak reported by the Bureau of Public Health. Signs and symptoms of gastroenteritis are diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, and sometimes fever with abdominal pain/ cramps. The stool is usually watery, but in severe cases, it may contain blood and/ or mucus. The disease may last several days to a few weeks. The mode of transmission is through food, fingers, feces, or flies. Therefore, in order to prevent having gastroenteritis, please make sure to wash hands frequently with soap and water before preparing/ handling/ serving food, after using toilets, and after changing diapers of young children; boil or treat water with Clorox for human consumption; clean homes and eliminate breeding sites for flies. Please contact the Community Advocacy Program at 488-2002 for further information. In observance of the Holiday Season... In observance of Christmas Day (Monday, December 25, 2006) and New Year's Day (Monday, January 01, 2006), all Palau Community College offices will be closed. Only essential services will be provided during these two days. With that, the Board of Trustees and the Administration extend a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all staff, faculty, and students. Message of Appreciation... I would like to take this opportunity to extend my sincerest appreciation and heartfelt gratitude to all the PCC staff for their support and generosity during my time of sorrow. Thank you all! Dilubech Samil |
PCC Builder's Club Elects New Officers |
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At the recent PCC construction
students' picnic at Ngeremdiu, the new officers
for PCC's Builders' Club were selected. PCC Builders' Club exists to assist
the community with small construction projects. Any PCC students are
welcome to join the club for hands on exposure to construction work in a supportive team. From next semester the Builders' Club |
will be accepting small community projects with a construction component at minimal cost. Proceeds from the projects will go towards new tools and equipment for the club, and the PCC Endowment Fund. For further information, please contact the new Builders' Club officers or the construction instructors, Lester or Elizabeth at 488- 2471. |
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Endowment Fund Club Gathering Set for Thursday, December 28th |
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It is the time of the year when PCC shows its appreciation to all bi-weekly contributors to the PCC Endowment Fund. More than 100 PCC staff are enrolled in the program, along with over 1,000 employees of the Palau National Government, semi-governmental agencies, and private sectors. As PCC is a non-profit organization, donations of up to 10% of anyone's/ company's income tax may be refunded. Therefore, all bi-weekly contributors to the PCC Endowment Fund are reminded to come to PCC on December 28th, 2006 and complete their application packets, enabling them to get refunds for their donations. This reminder is for those who have not completed their packets. Here are a few steps to help explain the filing process for your refund: Step 1: Fill out top portion of tax refund form and sign your name on the bottom. Step 2: Please bring a copy of your last check stub for pay period 26 of the 2006 calendar year. Step 3: Bring completed form and a copy of your check stub |
to PCC on December 28th between 1:00pm- 5:00pm at the PCC Courtyard and be treated to a delicious lunch and be eligible to win some great prizes from our raffle drawing. Your packets will then be filed only after January 01, 2007. When your refund has been released, PCC will contact you and your refund may be picked up at the College. (If you do not have a form, please do not hesitate to call PCC Development Office at 488-2470/2471 ext. 253 and we will either deliver the tax form or fax one to your office). Refund checks will take about 1-2 weeks to be processed. Remember, the sooner we file your application, the sooner you receive your refund! Anyone interested in becoming a PCC Endowment Fund member can contact Hulda, Dilubech, Charlene, Koyungil, or Armstrong at PCC Development Office at 488-2470/ 2471. |
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ALUMNI NOTES: Class of 2003 (PCC) Class of 1991 (MOC)
Alumni Notes showcases MOC/PCC alumni who contribute to the quality of life in their local community and are postive role models for other PCC students to emulate. If you are that alumni or know someone who is, please contact the PCC Development Office at telephone number 488-2471. We would like to feature you in future issues of the Mesekiu's News.
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More Show Support to PCC
PCC Associate Professor of Tourism and Hospitality, Ms. Victoria Maui (not pictured), Madrina Sato (also not pictured), a W.I.A. Case Management Specialist, Nithan Mellil, a Sewer Treatment Plant Mechanic, Sorch Meyar, a Koror State Community & Cultural Affairs Secretary, Peggy T. Hanser, a Division of Job Placement Clerk/ Typist, and Kate Jonas, a Koror State Finance Tax Collector are the newest members of the Endowment Fund. PCC welcomes the new supporters of the Endowment Fund and invites others who have not signed up to show their support as well. For more information about the PCC Endowment Fund, please contact Hulda, Dilubech, Charlene, Koyungil, or Armstrong at the Development office at 488- 2470 ext. 253. |
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Job Opportunities Available at PCC!!! Positions: (2) Science Tutor
Salary: From $110- $150 bi-weekly, (Beginning January 08, 2007, ending May 15, 2007) Job Summary: Job Qualifications: General Information: For further information and application forms, please contact PCC Human Resources Division at 488-2470/ 2471 or Upward Bound Math & Science at 488-3965. |
2006 Shell NBL-Division II Game Schedule for
PCC Mesekiu Team
* All games are being played at the Palau National Gym. |
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