Palau Community College
MESEKIU'S
NEWS
Friday, July 06, 2007 Weekly Newsletter Volume 9, Issue 27
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Palau Community College MESEKIU'S NEWS |
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Friday, July 06, 2007 Weekly Newsletter Volume 9, Issue 27 |
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Salvador Again Recipient of Charlie Corn Scholarship |
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Shane Salvador, a PCC Alumni received notification earlier this week that he has once again been selected the Palau recipient of the Charlie Corn Scholarship. This time it is for the amount of $2500 dollars. The scholarship was formally presented to Salvador by the Civil Action Team (CAT) during President Remengesau's weekly press conference last Wednesday. Salvador who was a two-term student trustee during his two-years (2005-2007) at PCC said |
that this time the money will be used to get him started at California State University- Chico this fall semester as he begins his studies in engineering. During his two years at PCC (2005-2007) Salvador applied for and received $2000 each year from the same organization. Salvador is the second Palauan who has been the recipient of the Charlie Corn Scholarship. Osmochel Orak, a graduate of Palau High School, was the first. The scholarship is awarded by the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME), a group of military engineers promoting education. The scholarship is awarded to students who are majoring, or intending to major in architecture and engineering, and its purpose is to promote education among Micronesians and residents of Guam who are pursuing careers in architecture and engineering. Salvador recently graduated from Palau Community College, with an Associate of Arts Degree in Liberal Arts. |
He was an outstanding student, popular among his classmates and always involved in spearheading campus and community functions for PCC students. Salvador wishes to thank SAME for the continued financial support. He also thanks his instructor Karen Miovas and counselor Adora Nobuo-Andreas for their support. He also wants to encourage students who wish to major in engineering or architecture to apply for the scholarship. "It is a wonderful opportunity for students", said Shane in an interview with Mesekiu reporter, Elway Ikeda- Upward Bound Work-Study student. He also said that applying for the scholarship is simple. All that it requires is the completion of the application form and submission of a transcript together with two recommendation letters...and of course you must have good grades! Salvador will be leaving in August to California. Congratulations from all of us at the College! We are all very proud of you!
Monday is Holiday! In observance of the Republic's 27th Constitution Day, there will be no classes on Monday, July 9th. All offices will be closed and only essential services will be available. Have a great three-day weekend and be safe! |
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Happy 27th Constitution Day! The Palau Community College Family Joins the Leadership and
the Citizens of the Republic of Palau in Celebrating our 27th
Constitution Day! We remember and honor the perseverance,
dedication, courage, and wisdom of our past and current leaders, and
the Framers of our Constitution! The Family of Trustees, Administration, Faculty, Staff,
and most notably the students at Palau Community
College, congratulates and applauds all the participants of the
7th Olechotel Belau Fair. Thank you for your efforts in keeping our Palauan Heritage strong and alive. |
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Mandarin Instructor Returns Home After Successful Three Months at College |
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Affairs Alvina Timarong and Classified Staff Organization President Ephraim Ngirachitei. Huang who taught Mandarin language is the second volunteer language instructor from Taiwan to teach at the College. Wan Zi Ren who was with the College in 2006 was the first. Taiwan Embassy officials are already arranging for the arrival of the next volunteer who is due to arrive next Wednesday, July 11th.
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Cafeteria Crew Get Busy for Summer |
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In addition to all the meals it prepares for all the students, the cafeteria also caters to outside groups. The Student Partnership Conference held last week required a total of 500 meals a day for three days while the Summer Work Experience Program required 200 meals for a day. The total amount of meals prepared by cafeteria staff in just those five days neared 2,500. During the recent Belau Games, the cafeteria staff also prepared lunch and dinner for Ngaraard and Melekeok athletes. We thank the cafeteria staff for all their work in ensuring that meal services are provided to all students and members of the community. |
BITS AND PIECES... Classified Staff Organization Meets... After their meeting this week, the classified staff at the College have covered a wide range of work-related issues. They met to review the organization's "by laws" and further discussed the insurance coverage that most, if not all, the employees at the College are covered by. This form of organization gives the opportunity for staff to raise concerns regarding their work and help each other improve in their respective fields.
Summer Session Calendar... Last Day to Remove Incomplete
Grades for Spring 2007 Holiday: Constitution Day Mid-Term Period |
Palauan Heritage and Culture Class Concludes
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After four months of taking classes, thirteen (13) participants from the Ministry of Health namely: Akilina Tewid, Fumiana Masayos, Katerry Faustino, Rebecca Koshiba, Sherilynn Madraisau, Evelyn Ngirturong, Alex Ngiraingas, Eric Kloulubak, Marjorie S. Kintol, Julita T. Kazuma, Dr. Isebong Asang, Techong Singeo-Sungino, and Dr. Sylvia Wally completed the Palauan Heritage & Culture class and received their certificates last night. Having Katharine Kesolei as their instructor, the students obtained a lot of information about Palauan Heritage and |
Congratulations to all participants for completing the class. Also special
thanks to all the guest speakers for their time, most especially for sharing
their invaluable knowledge about Palauan Heritage and Culture. |
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Update on Dengue Fever- Community Advocacy Program (CAP) |
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The Bureau of Public Health would like to inform the Public that the number of dengue fever cases has risen. As of June 26,2007, the number of confirmed dengue cases has risen to fourteen (14), while the number of suspected cases has risen to thirty-five (35). Although the number of confirmed cases is slowly rising, Public Health advises the community to continue taking preventive measures against Dengue Fever. New test kits have arrived at the Belau National Hospital and the lab is now able to test for dengue locally. So five (5) of the confirmed cases were tested and confirmed at the Belau National Hospital. The EpiNet or Epidemiologist Network at the Ministry of Health continues to |
work together to keep track of the dengue cases. The Division of Environmental Health urges the community to make sure that their home surroundings are clean and do not contribute to mosquito breeding areas. Especially now that we've been having so much rain, there could be better chances of the dengue carrying mosquitoes to breed and cause more dengue fever in our community. The Bureau of Public Health continues to remind the community to take preventive measures like using insect repellents (with DEET), mosquito coils, and sprays to keep mosquitoes away. Especially the dengue carrying mosquitoes. If you have any questions, please contact the Division of Environmental Health at 488-6073 or the Communicable Disease Unit at 488-2450. |
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ALUMNI NOTES: Class of
2007 (PCC) Class of 1993 (PCC) Class of 1988 & 1986 (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 Endowment Fund
Ministry of Health-Primary Care Employee, Reesa Tatingal is the newest member 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, Dilubch, or Koyu at the Development office at 488- 2470/ 2471 ext. 253.
Scholarship All recently graduated high school seniors as well as the current PCC students from Palau who will attend PCC this coming school year 2007-2008, applications for the following PCC based scholarship programs are now available this summer at PCC Development office. 1. Prince Leeboo Scholarship Additional scholarship opportunities are available at Palau National Scholarship office adjacent to Palau High School. For further information, please contact the Palau National Scholarship office at telephone number 488-3608.
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Job Opportunities Available at PCC!!! Position: Academic Advisor/Counselor Salary: $15,000 to $18,000 per annum (Depending on qualifications) Location: Talent Search Office
Examples of Duties: ~ Refers ineligible students to appropriate social and other services. ~ Coordinates campus and college day field trips. ~ Assists participants in completing admissions and financial aid forms. ~ Assesses participants' tutoring needs and recommends tutorial services. ~ Assists participants in choosing a post-secondary institution. Minimum Qualification Requirements: • Master's Degree preferred or Bachelor's Degree in guidance and counseling, social work, psychology, or counseling, skills in human relations, knowledge in career counseling, educational opportunities, and financial aid. • At least two years experience with TRIO Programs or has worked with disadvantaged students. General Information: Application forms can be obtained from Human Resources Division at P. O. Box 9 Koror, Palau 96940 or at our website: www.palau.edu. Send completed application with transcripts, resume, and verification of previous employment (s), if any, to same address. For further information, call 488-2470/ 2471 or come in and see us. PCC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ACTION EMPLOYER |
Throughout the summer months,
the PCC Cafeteria is one of the busiest places on campus. The food
and beverage arm of the College caters not just to students living in the dorms,
but to a portion of the incoming freshmen, and even to outside groups that
request food preparation and meal services. Rosita Weilbacher, Food
Service Coordinator, says that there are twenty (20) college students from the
FSM, Palau, and Marshall Islands living in the dorms who need three meals a day.
Also the Upward Bound Math and Science program has four (4) of its
students housed in the dorms and they too need three meals a day. That is a
daily minimum of 24 breakfasts, lunches, and dinners. Weilbacher also said that
they also prepare daily lunches for 60 Upward Bound program
students, including 55 lunches for the Upward Bound Math and Science
program students.
