Antelope Valley College Campus News http://www.avc.edu/news Antelope Valley College Campus News & Information Online education advocate chosen as AVC's 2013-14 Scholar in Residence http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/may/scholar.html A scholar who has served as a driving force behind Antelope Valley College's online instructional program has been chosen by his colleagues for the highest honor bestowed upon a faculty member. Academics Wed, 22 May 2013 15:43:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) President finalist withdraws http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/may/pres.html One of five finalists for the superintendent/president job at Antelope Valley College has withdrawn and will not participate in public forums next week. Business Wed, 15 May 2013 15:35:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) New VP chosen for AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/may/vp.html Dr. Erin E. Vines has been hired as AVC’s vice president of student services, effective June 17. Business Tue, 14 May 2013 14:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) CEO finalists to be at AVC next week http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/may/ceo.html Five finalists for the superintendent/president position at Antelope Valley College are scheduled to visit the campus next week so people can have input into the process to find a replacement for Dr. Jackie L. Fisher Sr., who is retiring June 30. Community Tue, 14 May 2013 13:56:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC students succeed at Peace Tournament http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/may/debate.html AVC debate students competing in their first intercollegiate debate tournament earned top honors at the 2013 True Boardman Peace Tournament held at Los Angeles City College over the weekend.  Academics Tue, 14 May 2013 13:49:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) May 31 memorial service planned for former college trustee http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/may/trustee.html Author, engineer, Air Force veteran and former Antelope Valley College trustee Don Ross died May 3 in Lancaster, according to his son, Gary Ross. Community Fri, 10 May 2013 02:05:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC to host summer volleyball camp http://www.avc.edu/common/documents/VolleyballCamp2013brochure.pdf Registration is now open for the 31st annual Summer Volleyball Camp from July 8-11. Arts and Entertainment Wed, 08 May 2013 03:29:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) A Night at the Improv performs in Performing Arts Theatre at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/may/improv.html Antelope Valley College's Theatre Arts Department will present a night of comedy with the AVC Improv Players at 7 p.m. Monday, May 20 in the AVC Performing Arts Theatre. Tickets are $5 and may be purchased at the Performing Arts Theatre Box Office Wednesdays through Saturdays 2 p.m. until 6 p.m., or before the performance. Arts and Entertainment Wed, 08 May 2013 01:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Public invited to take part in interactive art experience at AVC Art Gallery http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/may/art.html Visiting artists will conduct interactive art experiences on May 14 at 2 p.m. and 2 p.m. May 23 at the Antelope Valley College Art Gallery, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Arts and Entertainment Wed, 08 May 2013 12:56:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Fisher to be released from hospital, transferred to rehabilitation facility http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/apr/jackiefisher.html AVC Superintendent/President Dr. Jackie L. Fisher Sr. is due to be transferred from a hospital to a rehabilitation facility today as he recuperates from injuries sustained in an April 7 traffic collision. Business Tue, 30 Apr 2013 09:48:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Acting CEO's contract approved http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/apr/ceo.html Patricia Marquez is acting superintendent/president of Antelope Valley College following approval of her contract by the college district's board of trustees Friday morning. Business Fri, 26 Apr 2013 14:06:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) French Professor's art exhibit continues in gallery through May 10 http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/apr/exhibit.html An art exhibit that features works inspired by the linear designs of Aboriginal Australians can be viewed through May 10 in the Antelope Valley College Art Gallery, located in the FA1 Building, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Arts and Entertainment Fri, 26 Apr 2013 14:06:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVSOMC to perform May 4-5 http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/apr/avsomc.html The Antelope Valley Master Chorale and the Antelope Valley College Concert Choir present their annual concert, "Voices of Spring," 7 p.m. Saturday, May 4 and 4 p.m. Sunday, May 5 at the Antelope Valley College Performing Arts Theatre, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Arts and Entertainment Tue, 23 Apr 2013 08:46:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) High school administrator given AVC job http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/apr/vphr.html Mark Bryant, assistant superintendent of personnel for the Antelope Valley Union High School District, was chosen Monday as AVC's vice president of human resources, effective June 10. Business Tue, 23 Apr 2013 08:38:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Trustees appoint retired faculty member as interim CEO http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/apr/pres.html Antelope Valley College governing board members emerged from closed session Monday morning and voted unanimously to have Patricia A. Marquez serve as interim superintendent/president.  Business Mon, 22 Apr 2013 13:46:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Four finalists named for vice president's job http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/apr/vp.html Four finalists for the vice president of student services position at Antelope Valley College are scheduled to take part in public forums April 29-May 2. Business Mon, 22 Apr 2013 13:42:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Student Success Scorecard went live today. See how AVC is performing. http://scorecard.cccco.edu/scorecardrates.aspx?CollegeID=621 The Student Sucess Scorecard is a new accountability tool, which measures student performance at each college. Business Mon, 22 Apr 2013 08:11:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) One-Acts perform through Sunday http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/apr/oneacts.html Antelope Valley College's Theatre Arts Department will host performances of the 17th Original One-Act Play Festival Thursday, April 18, through Sunday, April 21, in the Black Box Theatre, FA2 130, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Arts and Entertainment Thu, 18 Apr 2013 14:32:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Valley's largest job fair set for April 17 http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/apr/jobfair.html Job seekers are encouraged to attend the Antelope Valley's largest job fair 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday, April 17 as Antelope Valley College conducts the Spring 2013 Career Information and Job Fair in the Fine Arts Quad of the Lancaster campus, 3041 W. Ave. K. Community Tue, 16 Apr 2013 10:21:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Writer/director of award-winning film to be at AVC screenings of "Smuggled" http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/apr/screening.html The writer/director of an award-winning film about a 9-year-old boy and his mother being smuggled into the United States will visit Antelope Valley College on Thursday, April 18 for screenings of the movie and to discuss the movie with audiences. Arts and Entertainment Thu, 4 Apr 2013 13:28:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Vice president candidate to attend public forum http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/apr/forum.html A local man being considered for the position of vice president of human resources at Antelope Valley College will be on campus Monday, April 8 to discuss his qualifications and respond to questions during a public forum 3 p.m. in the Board Room, SSV 151, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Members of the community are invited to attend. Community Thu, 4 Apr 2013 13:23:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Band to perform April 13 at Performing Arts Theatre http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/mar/band.html The Antelope Valley College Symphonic and special guests the Saxophone Symphonette under the direction of Lee Matalon will perform in concert 7 p.m. Saturday, April 13 in the campus Performing Arts Theatre, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Arts and Entertainment Fri, 29 Mar 2013 14:29:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Dance concert to be held April 19-20 at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/mar/dance.html Dance Dimensions 2013, an annual showcase of dance by Antelope Valley College students, faculty and community members, will be held 7 p.m. April 19-20 at the college's Performing Arts Theatre, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Arts and Entertainment Fri, 29 Mar 2013 14:29:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Fire damages Care-A-Van http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/mar/careavan.html A recreational vehicle that serves as the Care-A-Van to provide medical services to students was severely damaged in a fire Wednesday afternoon. Community Thu, 21 Mar 2013 08:06:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Info meetings slated for summer firefighting program http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/mar/fire.html Men and women interested in enrolling in Antelope Valley College's summer Wildland Firefighter Academy are invited to attend one of several informational meetings scheduled over the next few weeks. Academics Mon, 18 Mar 2013 10:06:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Joint exhibit closes March 29 http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/mar/art.html A joint exhibition featuring the work of Ji sun Park and Anthony Ragucci continues through March 29 in the Antelope Valley College Art Gallery, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Arts and Entertainment Mon, 18 Mar 2013 09:58:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) 30 teams to compete in regional science competition at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/mar/olympiad.html Thirty teams of middle and high school students are expected to be at Antelope Valley College's Lancaster campus on Saturday, March 16, for the 2013 Aerospace Valley Regional Science Olympiad. Community Fri, 15 Mar 2013 09:44:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Mandatory Shooter Drill on February 28 http://www.avc.edu/common/documents/shooterdrill.pdf As many of you are aware, the Citrus College Campus in Glendora, CA was placed in LOCKDOWN mode during the late afternoon and evening on February 20, 2013 due to a report of a man with a gun on campus. Reports of these types of events are seen in the news on almost a weekly basis. We must continue to prepare for emergency situations that could occur at our facilities. Community Tue, 26 Feb 2013 10:47:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Author on deaf movement to speak at AVC March 2 http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/feb/triumph.html A student movement that is credited with breaking down barriers for the deaf will be the subject of a presentation by author Dr. Angel Ramos at Antelope Valley College 1 p.m., Saturday, March 2 in the Performing Arts Theatre, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Thu, 21 Feb 2013 08:08:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) College to close for holidays http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/feb/holidays.html AVC will be closed Feb. 15-18 in celebration of the Lincoln and Washington birthday holidays. The college will resume classes and normal operating hours on Tuesday, Feb. 19. College Business Thu, 14 Feb 2013 02:41:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Los Angeles Experimental Artists Group 2 to hold show in AVC Art Gallery http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/jan/artgallery.html A group exhibition of new work by the Los Angeles Experimental Artists Group 2 will be featured in the Antelope Valley College Art Gallery Feb. 4-22. The gallery is located in Fine Arts Building 1 on the west side of campus, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Arts and Entertainment Tue, 29 Jan 2013 08:05:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Open auditions slated for all AVC spring productions http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/jan/auditions.html Open auditions for all of the spring semester productions by Antelope Valley College's Theatre Arts Department will be held 6-9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 8 and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9 in the campus Performing Arts Theatre, Room 114 (Studio Theatre), 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Performing Arts Thu, 24 Jan 2013 13:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Experts to discuss ways to save money while saving the environment http://www.avc.edu/news/2013/jan/save.html Incentive and rebate programs that encourage conservation and recycling will be among the topics when a panel of experts from various organizations will discuss "Saving Money While Saving the Environment" 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 15 at the Antelope Valley College Board Room, SSV 151, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Tue, 8 Jan 2013 15:51:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC hosts scientists, engineers and university professors http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/dec/host.html Scientists, engineers, educators and students gathered recently at Antelope Valley College for a three-day "Rocket Propulsion Research Review" conducted by the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) at Edwards Air Force Base. Community Thu, 20 Dec 2012 15:22:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Scholarship established for wife of former college trustee http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/dec/scholarship.html A scholarship has been established for Antelope Valley College students in memory of Irene Ross, the wife of longtime college trustee Donald M. Ross. Community Mon, 17 Dec 2012 13:36:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Still good availability of winter classes at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/dec/stillclasses.html There are still a number of available classes for Antelope Valley College's intersession that begins Jan. 2. Academics Mon, 17 Dec 2012 13:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Handel's Messiah to be performed at Antelope Valley College http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/dec/messiah.html Come enjoy uplifting sounds of the holiday season, as the Antelope Valley Symphony Orchestra and Master Chorale presents the popular masterwork, Handel's Messiah. The AVSOMC, joined by the AV College Concert Choir, will present this choral masterpiece Saturday, December 15 at 7 p.m., and again Sunday, December 16 at 4 p.m., at the Antelope Valley College Performing Arts Theatre. Arts and Entertainment Tue, 11 Dec 2012 10:54:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Theatre Arts department announces new classes http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/dec/theatre.html The Antelope Valley College Theatre Arts Department announces that it has added three new classes to the intersession schedule beginning January, 2013 to prepare students for "The Ugly Duckling" and "The 17th Annual One-Act Festival" to be produced during the spring 2013 semester. Academics Mon, 10 Dec 2012 15:46:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) 2013 Achievement Award recipients announced http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/dec/award.html Antelope Valley College and the Antelope Valley College Foundation have announced the recipients of the 2013 Achievement Awards who will be honored at a dinner, 5:30 p.m. Saturday, March 23 at the J.P. Eliopulos Hellenic Center, 43404 30th St. West, Lancaster. Community Mon, 10 Dec 2012 13:25:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC gets more money, students to get more classes http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/dec/moreclasses.html Christmas will come early this year for Antelope Valley College students seeking classes. Academics Mon, 3 Dec 2012 16:52:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Three finalists for vice president's job to appear at public forums http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/nov/vpsearch.html Three candidates for the assistant superintendent/vice president administrative services position at Antelope Valley College will be on campus for public forums and to meet with campus constituents Dec. 4-6. Community Wed, 28 Nov 2012 13:25:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Band to perform Nov. 20 at Performing Arts Theatre http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/nov/band.html Broadway favorites and the premiere of an original work will be featured in a performance of the Antelope Valley College Symphonic Band 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 20 in the campus Performing Arts Theatre, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Arts and Entertainment Tue, 13 Nov 2012 09:04:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) CSU, Long Beach offers engineering degree options for local students http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/nov/engineering.html People interested in pursuing an engineering career are invited to attend an information session 5:30-7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 19 in the Antelope Valley College Board Room, SSV 151, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster to learn about a local engineering degree program offered through California State University, Long Beach (CSULB). Academics Tue, 13 Nov 2012 08:52:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC hosts scholarship workshops for students http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/nov/scholarships.html Workshops have been scheduled for Nov. 12-16 to assist students in filling out applications for Antelope Valley College Foundation Scholarships. Community Thu, 8 Nov 2012 16:31:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Craft fair to be held Nov. 10 http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/nov/craftfair.html A holiday craft fair will he held 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10 at Antelope Valley College's Student Center, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Tue, 6 Nov 2012 09:01:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Shakespearean classic takes on 1940s perspective http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/nov/muchado.html The Antelope Valley College Theatre Arts Department's production of Shakespeare's spirited dramatic comedy "Much Ado About Nothing" opens 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 9 at the college's Performing Arts Theatre, with additional performances at 8 p.m. Nov. 10, 16-17 and at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 18. Arts and Entertainment Mon, 5 Nov 2012 09:57:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Photographer brings "Visionetics" to gallery exhibit http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/oct/visionetics.html Mysterious and sometimes exotic photographs created through re-exposing film with different images will be the focus of a one-man show by veteran photographer Lee Bergthold in the Antelope Valley College Art Gallery now through Nov. 21. Arts and Entertainment Wed, 31 Oct 2012 10:32:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Hood named as Writer in Residence at Annenberg House http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/oct/writer.html A finalist after a very competitive process, Antelope Valley College English Professor Charles Hood will be the next Writer in Residence at the Annenberg Community Beach House in Santa Monica. Academics Thu, 25 Oct 2012 15:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Students and employees to convert to new e-mail system http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/oct/gmail.html Antelope Valley College will convert to a new e-mail and campus calendar system beginning in November. Business Thu, 25 Oct 2012 08:33:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Students to draw attention to plight of homeless, hungry students http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/oct/heartshands.html The Hearts and Hands Pantry operated by Antelope Valley College's Associated Student Organization is using this week - Homecoming Week - to focus on the plight of homeless and needy students. Community Tue, 16 Oct 2012 11:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Anthropologist, coroner consultant to discuss "The Doe's in the Details" http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/oct/anthro.html A guest lecture by a coroner's office consultant and forensic anthropologist will be featured at an open house 6-9:30 p.m. Friday (Oct. 19) hosted by Antelope Valley College's anthropology department in the Health and Sciences Building, room HS 223, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Tue, 16 Oct 2012 08:19:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) "Music for Two Orchestras" launches AVSOMC 2012-13 concert season http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/oct/twoorch.html Two orchestras combine to make beautiful music together, as the Antelope Valley Symphony Orchestra joins forces with the Palmdale Community Orchestra in concert, Saturday Oct. 20 at 7 p.m., at the Antelope Valley College Performing Arts Theatre. Arts and Entertainment Thu, 11 Oct 2012 12:59:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Car charging stations activated http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/oct/charging.html Students, employees and members of the public with electric cars will be able to charge their cars on campus following the activation of four charging stations in lot #10. Community Tue, 9 Oct 2012 14:05:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC Art Gallery features work of two artists http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/oct/gallery.html Two artists who utilize non-traditional approaches to wax-based media are featured in the Antelope Valley College Art Gallery's show "Collective Residents: New Encaustic Works by Erin Anfinson and Sarah Rowland." Arts and Entertainment Tue, 9 Oct 2012 14:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC Symphonic Band to add Sunday Night Singers at performance http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/oct/symphonic.html The Sunday Night Singers will join the Antelope Valley College Symphonic Band in a special performance 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13 in the Antelope Valley College Performing Arts Theatre, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Arts and Entertainment Tue, 9 Oct 2012 13:47:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Plans set for inaugural regional science competition at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/oct/olympiad.html Antelope Valley College and its partners have finalized plans to host the first Aerospace Valley Regional Science Olympiad competition next March on the Antelope Valley College campus in Lancaster. Community Tue, 9 Oct 2012 13:41:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Professionals provide perspectives on nursing http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/sep/nursing.html Five nurses who offer varied perspectives on nursing education, careers and politics will participate in a series of panel presentations Sept. 25-27 as part of the grand opening celebration for Antelope Valley College's Health and Sciences Building. Community Mon, 24 Sep 2012 08:57:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Panelists to provide insights into latest aerospace developments http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/sep/spacepanel.html America's first commercial astronaut and three others with perspectives on the latest developments in aerospace will serve as panelists at a special presentation 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 27 at Antelope Valley College's Health and Sciences Building, Room HS 105, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Thu, 20 Sep 2012 15:49:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Soldier's perspective offered through one-man show, "Cry Havoc!" Sept. 29 http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/sep/havoc.html Exploring the soldier's experience through the timeless words of William Shakespeare is the focus of a one-man show, "Cry Havoc!" to be presented 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29 in the Antelope Valley College Performing Arts Theatre, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancater. Arts & Entertainment Wed, 19 Sep 2012 16:10:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC to celebrate opening of Health and Sciences Building http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/sep/hsopening.html Antelope Valley College officials will host a day of celebration to include demonstrations, tours and presentations as part of the grand opening of its $52 million Health and Sciences Building on Thursday, Sept. 27. Community Mon, 17 Sep 2012 16:56:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) CSU, Long Beach offers engineering degree options for local students http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/sep/csulbdegree.html People interested in pursuing an engineering career are invited to attend an information session 5:30-7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 11 in the Antelope Valley College Board Room, SSV 151, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster to learn about a local engineering degree program offered through California State University, Long Beach (CSULB). Academics Mon, 10 Sep 2012 09:32:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Valley's largest job fair set for Sept. 12 http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/aug/jobfair.html Job seekers are encouraged to attend the Antelope Valley's largest job fair 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 12 as Antelope Valley College hosts the 18th Annual Fall Career Information and Job Fair at the Lancaster campus Fine Arts Quad, 3041 W. Ave. K. Academics Fri, 31 Aug 2012 15:14:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC to host university and college representatives http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/aug/transfer.html Students wanting to continue their education at a college, university or technical school will have the opportunity to meet with representatives from 30 public and private institutions when Antelope Valley College hosts its annual Transfer Fair 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 13. Academics Fri, 31 Aug 2012 15:10:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Professionals provide perspectives on nursing http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/aug/nursing.html Five nurses who offer varied perspectives on nursing education, careers and politics will participate in a series of panel presentations Sept. 25-27 as part of the grand opening celebration for Antelope Valley College's Health and Sciences Building. Community Fri, 31 Aug 2012 15:08:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Tribute to Motown Sept. 8 at Antelope Valley College http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/aug/motown.html The music of The Jackson 5, Stevie Wonder and Smokey Robinson will be among the featured selections of "A Tribute to Motown" concert 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 8 at the Antelope Valley College Performing Arts Theatre, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Arts & Entertainment Mon, 27 Aug 2012 16:54:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Building opens for start of fall semester http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/aug/hs.html Construction workers and AVC employees labored through the weekend and into the early morning today to prepare the Health and Sciences Building for the start of fall semester classes. Workers tackled numerous "punch list" items and cleaned labs in the $52 million building. At 105,085 square feet, the structure is the largest on campus. Community Mon, 20 Aug 2012 16:07:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC hosts solar company job fair Aug. 8 http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/aug/solar.html One of the nation's leading solar installers will hold a job fair 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 8 in the Antelope Valley College Cafeteria, Student Center Building, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Thu, 2 Aug 2012 16:21:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Memorial fund established for AVC golfer http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/jul/memorial.html The family of Mark McQueen has established a memorial fund at Antelope Valley College (AVC), where the 18-year-old attended school and played on the intercollegiate men's golf team. Community Wed, 25 Jul 2012 15:35:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC graduates 24 to serve as wildland firefighters http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/jul/fire.html In the midst of wildfire season, Antelope Valley College has just graduated 24 men from its Wildland Firefighter Academy. Community Mon, 23 Jul 2012 15:47:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Dean chosen for interim V.P. position http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/jul/vp.html Newton Chelette has been chosen by Antelope Valley Community College District trustees to serve as interim assistant superintendent/vice president of student services effective July 10. Business Thu, 12 Jul 2012 08:22:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Respiratory care practitioners get pins http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/jun/respiratory.html The fifth class of respiratory therapists from Antelope Valley College received their pins during a Thursday evening ceremony at the college's Lancaster campus. Community Fri, 1 Jun 2012 15:21:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Registered nursing graduates to get pins Sunday http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/jun/nursing.html Students who have completed Antelope Valley College's associate degree program in nursing are due to receive their nursing pins during a 3 p.m. Sunday ceremony at the Poppy Pavilion, Antelope Valley Fairgrounds. Community Fri, 1 Jun 2012 15:10:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Rad tech students graduate AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/jun/radtech.html Graduates of the Antelope Valley College radiologic technology program were presented pins during a ceremony Thursday (May 31) at the Embassy Suites in Palmdale. Community Fri, 1 Jun 2012 15:07:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Students graduate from AVC's municipal firefighter academy http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/jun/fire.html Graduates of Antelope Valley College's municipal firefighter academy were honored during a graduation ceremony Friday (June 1) at the John P. Eliopulos Hellenic Center, 43404 30th St. W., Lancaster. Community Fri, 1 Jun 2012 15:05:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Professor earns national prize and publication of manuscript on Antarctica travels http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/may/prize.html Antelope Valley College English Professor Charles Hood has won the Hollis Summers Poetry Prize. He will receive $1,000 and publication of his book manuscript, "South x South," based on his travels in Antarctica. Academics Thu, 24 May 2012 16:36:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC officials respond to $140,000 donation by First Solar Inc. http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/may/donation.html Antelope Valley Colleges officials said Thursday that a $140,000 donation by First Solar Inc. will help students to fulfill their dreams through a college education. Foundation Thu, 17 May 2012 16:57:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC announces nearly $150,000 in scholarship awards http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/may/awards.html More than $145,000 in scholarships will be awarded to students at Antelope Valley College's annual Scholarship Convocation being held at 5 p.m. today at the Fine Arts Quad of the Lancaster campus. Academics Thu, 17 May 2012 13:37:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Music professor chosen for AVC's highest faculty honor http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/may/scholar.html Music Professor Dr. David Newby was named Wednesday afternoon as Antelope Valley College's Scholar in Residence for 2012-13, the highest honor accorded a faculty member at the college. Academics Thu, 17 May 2012 08:53:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) A night of comedy improvisation to be offered at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/may/improv.html Antelope Valley College's Theatre Arts Department will present a night of comedy with the AVC Improv players 7 p.m. Saturday, May 19 in the Performing Arts Theatre, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Arts and Entertainment Mon, 14 May 2012 08:53:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Original One-Act Play Festival this weekend at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/may/oneact.html Aspiring playwrights will see their works presented on stage this weekend as the Antelope Valley College Theatre Arts Department presents the 16th Original One-Act Play Festival through Sunday at the Black Box Theatre, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Arts and Entertainment Thu, 10 May 2012 15:52:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) When there's no doctor in the house, AVC nursing student comes to the rescue http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/may/life.html An Antelope Valley College nursing student is credited with helping save the life of a patron at a local fitness club. Community Thu, 10 May 2012 13:41:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Student performers featured in concerts, May 11-12 http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/apr/concerts.html Antelope Valley College music students will be featured in solo and group performances May 11-12 in the campus Performing Arts Theatre, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Arts and Entertainment Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:39:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Author and scholar to provide insights on presidential race http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/apr/politicalspeak.html Dr. Caroline J. Tolbert, an author and professor of American politics at the University of Iowa, will discuss the 2012 presidential race during a free lecture 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 15 at the Antelope Valley College Performing Arts Theatre, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Business Wed, 18 Apr 2012 16:46:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC students to pay $19 health fee starting in fall http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/apr/health.html Antelope Valley College students will be asked to pay a fee each term to fund a campus Student Health Center. Business Wed, 11 Apr 2012 18:11:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) State budget cuts mean another fee increase for college students http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/apr/feeincrease.html Students at Antelope Valley College and the state's other 111 community colleges will see their fees increase 27.7 percent effective with the summer term. Business Wed, 4 Apr 2012 21:24:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Dance concert to be held April 20-21 at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/apr/dance.html Dance Dimensions 2012, an annual showcase of dance by Antelope Valley College students, faculty and community members, will be held 7 p.m. April 20-21 at the college1s Performing Arts Theatre, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Arts and Entertainment Tue, 3 Apr 2012 20:15:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Emperor's New Clothes performs at Performing Arts Theatre April 28-29 http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/mar/newclothes.html A stage adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's classic children's story, "The Emperor's New Clothes," will be presented at the Antelope Valley College Performing Arts Theatre on April 28-29 at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Arts and Entertainment Thu, 29 Mar 2012 23:28:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Valley's largest job fair set for April 11 http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/mar/jobfair.html Job seekers are encouraged to attend the Antelope Valley's largest job fair 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday, April 11 as Antelope Valley College conducts the Spring 2012 Career Information and Job Fair, sponsored by Aerotech News and Review, in the Fine Arts Quad of the Lancaster campus, 3041 W. Ave. K. Community Thu, 29 Mar 2012 22:02:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Veterans invited to join new military club http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/mar/military.html Veterans or those planning to enlist are invited to join the new Military Club at AVC. The group will hold its first meeting 4 p.m. Wednesday, March 28 in SSV 126. Community Thu, 22 Mar 2012 23:44:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Social and political turmoil of Iran expressed in work of three artists http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/mar/iran.html The execution of Farnaz Sabet's grandfather for his religious beliefs and the detachment she felt from her native Iran have served as sources of inspiration for her ceramics. Arts & Entertainment Thu, 22 Mar 2012 22:56:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) PAT concert to feature musical variety http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/mar/patconcert.html A variety of music ranging from the contemporary band sound to Renaissance inspiration will be performed by the Antelope Valley College Symphonic Band and Concert Band in a 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 30 concert at the college Performing Arts Theatre, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Arts & Entertainment Wed, 21 Mar 2012 23:09:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Expert to discuss how to serve veterans attending college http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/mar/vets.html Marine Corps veteran and university veterans services director Dr. Marshall Thomas will discuss how to serve veterans attending college during a presentation 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, April 10 in the Antelope Valley College Board Room, SSV 151. Community Wed, 21 Mar 2012 22:58:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Math Field Day http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/mar/math.html Top math students from 16 area high schools spent 90 minutes Friday morning working through a series of written problems devised by Antelope Valley College math faculty members.' Community Tue, 13 Mar 2012 16:16:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Volunteer ushers sought for new theater http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/mar/ushers.html The Antelope Valley College Performing Arts Theatre is in need of volunteer ushers for spring 2012 semester performances. Staff, students and community members are encouraged to be a part of the program.' Community Thu, 8 Mar 2012 18:21:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Fire academy to hold information sessions http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/mar/fire.html Antelope Valley College's municipal fire academy will offer informational meetings to anyone interested in learning more about its fall 2012 academy. Community Thu, 8 Mar 2012 18:11:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Solicitors not representing AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/mar/solicitors.html Solicitors trying to sell magazine or newspaper subscriptions in the Antelope Valley are falsely claiming to be officially affiliated with Antelope Valley College. Community Thu, 1 Mar 2012 18:24:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Colleges rocked with another budget hit http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/feb/anotherhit.html California community colleges have been hit with an unexpected midyear budget cut of $149 million. Business Tue, 28 Feb 2012 22:32:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC to host free concert by pianist Jeffrey Siegel on March 18 http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/feb/concert.html Distinguished American pianist Jeffrey Siegel will perform a free concert at Antelope Valley College's Performing Arts Theatre at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 18. People may reserve their free tickets by calling (661) 722-6300, ext. 6391 starting 8 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28. There is a limit of two tickets per caller. Community Mon, 27 Feb 2012 23:13:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Volunteer ushers sought for new theater http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/feb/ushers.html The Antelope Valley College Performing Arts Theatre is in need of additional volunteer ushers for spring 2012 semester performances in the new venue. Staff, students and community members are encouraged to be a part of the program.' Community Mon, 27 Feb 2012 23:12:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC learning specialist captures state's highest award for CC faculty members http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/feb/williams.html An Antelope Valley College professor who has dedicated her career to helping students learn more efficiently through various diagnostic techniques has been named to the highest statewide honor for community college faculty. Academics Thu, 23 Feb 2012 22:52:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Young people encouraged to explore health careers http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/feb/healthfair.html A Health Careers Information Fair for sixth through 12th grade students and their parents will be held 6-8 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 23 at the Van Dam Pavilion, Antelope Valley Fairgrounds, 2551 W. Ave. H, Lancaster. Academics Tue, 7 Feb 2012 24:28:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) VIP reception set for Nobel Prize-winner Feb. 16 at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/feb/vip.html A VIP reception for Nobel Prize-winner Wally Gilbert will be hosted by the Antelope Valley College Foundation 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16 on campus, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Arts and Entertainment Thu, 2 Feb 2012 24:44:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Auditions to be held Feb. 11-12 for AVC spring productions http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/feb/auditions.html Open auditions for all of Antelope Valley College's Theatre Arts Department spring productions will be held 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 11 and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Feb. 12 in the campus Performing Arts Theatre, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Callbacks will be 2-6 p.m. Feb. 12. Arts and Entertainment Thu, 2 Feb 2012 24:44:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) State's ongoing budget problems create bleak outlook for AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/feb/budget.html California students will likely find it increasingly difficult to get a college education as the result of the state's ongoing fiscal crisis and cuts to community colleges. Business Wed, 1 Feb 2012 16:58:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Musicians sought for degree program at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/jan/musicstudents.html Academics Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:47:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Applied music associate degree available http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/jan/music.html Academics Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:13:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) "Islam and Terrorism" to be topic of Jan. 17 presentation http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/jan/islam.html Dr. Mustafa Ruzgar, an associate professor at California State University, Northridge, will discuss "Islam and Terrorism" during a presentation 1-4 p.m. Jan. 17 in the Antelope Valley College Board Room, SSV 151, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Arts and Entertainment Mon, 09 Jan 2012 22:55:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Nobel Prize-winning chemist to show artistic side at AVC Art Gallery http://www.avc.edu/news/2012/jan/nobel.html Nobel Prize-winning chemist Wally Gilbert will bring his artistic side to Antelope Valley College's Art Gallery for a solo exhibition of his photography and digital drawing Feb. 6-March 9. Arts and Entertainment Mon, 09 Jan 2012 22:48:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Palmdale Center director named http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/dec/palmdale.html A director for career and technical education programs at an Orange County college district has been selected as the director for Antelope Valley College's Palmdale Center. Business Tue, 13 Dec 2011 24:19:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Debate students take awards http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/dec/debate.html AVC debate students competing in their first intercollegiate debate tournament earned top honors at the Tina J. Herman Policy Invitational held last week at Los Angeles City College. Academics Tue, 13 Dec 2011 24:03:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Registered nursing graduates to get pins Sunday http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/dec/nspinning.html Students who have completed Antelope Valley College's associate degree program in nursing are due to receive their nursing pins during a 2 p.m. Sunday ceremony at the Poppy Pavilion, Antelope Valley Fairgrounds. Community Fri, 9 Dec 2011 23:08:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC officials release statement in arrest of former employee http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/nov/arrest.html Antelope Valley College officials are cooperating with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and the district attorney's office in an investigation into the suspected embezzlement of money from student organization accounts at the college. Community Thu, 10 Nov 2011 19:03:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Seminar to look at how to launch a law enforcement career http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/nov/law.html Anyone wanting to know how to pursue a career in law enforcement can enroll in a community education course, "Prepare for a Career in Law Enforcement," being held 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 19 in room LS1 110 at Antelope Valley College, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Thu, 10 Nov 2011 17:12:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC to host scholarship workshops http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/nov/scholarship.html Students wanting to improve their chances of receiving a scholarship through the Antelope Valley College Foundation are encouraged to attend one of five workshops being held in November. Community Wed, 9 Nov 2011 19:55:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Craft fair to be held Nov. 12 http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/nov/craftfair.html A holiday craft fair will he held 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12 at Antelope Valley College's Cafeteria, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Tue, 8 Nov 2011 19:17:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Four artists featured in AVC exhibit, Transient Geometries http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/nov/artist.html A group exhibition exploring how artists investigate series of shapes to create dialogs about contemporary space is the focus of Transient Geometries, appearing in the Antelope Valley College Art Gallery through Nov. 17. Arts and Entertainment Tue, 8 Nov 2011 19:16:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) First play to take the stage at AVC Performing Arts Theatre http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/nov/play.html For its first production in the new Antelope Valley College Performing Arts Theatre, the Theatre Arts Department has chosen Robert Brustein's updated version of the 20th century Nobel Prize-winning play, "Six Characters in Search of an Author," opening at 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4. Arts and Entertainment Tue, 8 Nov 2011 19:15:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Valley's largest job fair set for Oct. 12 http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/oct/jobfair.html Job seekers are encouraged to attend the Antelope Valley's largest job fair 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 12 as Antelope Valley College hosts the 17th Semi-Annual Fall Career Information and Job Fair at the Lancaster campus, 3041 W. Ave. K. Community Tue, 11 Oct 2011 21:45:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Gallery features ancient art form with contemporary paintings http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/sep/gallery.html An exhibit of contemporary paintings of Malaysian life utilizing the ancient technique of batik will be held in the Antelope Valley College Art Gallery through Oct. 14. Arts and Entertainment Wed, 28 Sep 2011 23:13:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC and educational partners awarded $2 million; potential for $10 million http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/sep/grants.html Ambitious initiatives designed to encourage young people to pursue science and engineering careers have secured more than $2 million in grant funding, education officials announced today. Business Wed, 28 Sep 2011 21:22:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Forum set for college trustee race Sept. 28 http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/sep/forum.html Candidates for two seats on the Antelope Valley Community College District Board of Trustees will field questions at a candidate's forum 7-9 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 28 at the Antelope Valley College Performing Arts Theatre, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Business Fri, 16 Sep 2011 21:55:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Concert to bring Hollywood to new theater on Oct. 15 http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/sep/theater.html Knowing he would oversee the first performance in Antelope Valley College's Performing Arts Theatre, artistic director Dr. David Newby wanted to make sure the Antelope Valley Symphony Orchestra and Master Chorale (AVSOMC) could deliver a memorable concert on Oct. 15 for a wide range of musical tastes. Arts and Entertainment Wed, 14 Sep 2011 18:50:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC to host university and college representatives http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/sep/transfer.html Students wanting to continue their education at a college, university or technical school will have the opportunity to meet with representatives from 25 public and private institutions when Antelope Valley College hosts its annual Transfer Day 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 15. Community Mon, 12 Sep 2011 20:43:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) "Up Current" marks opening of art gallery season http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/aug/upcurrent.html A group exhibition featuring works by college faculty members marks the opening of a new season for the Antelope Valley College Art Gallery located at 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Arts and Entertainment Mon, 29 Aug 2011 23:34:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC announces auditions for first play in new theater http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/aug/auditions.html Open call auditions for Luigi Pirandello's play "Six Characters in Search of an Author" will be held 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 10 and 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 11 at Antelope Valley College's Black Box Theatre, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Arts and Entertainment Mon, 29 Aug 2011 23:28:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Tournament to raise funds for athletics http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/aug/golf.html A day of golf, food, prizes and a demonstration by long-drive champion Vince Howell will be featured at the 10th annual Slam Dunk Golf Tournament being held Sept. 9 at the Rancho Vista Golf Course to benefit Antelope Valley College Marauder Athletics. Business Tue, 16 Aug 2011 16:14:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Palmdale Center on track with accrediting agency http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/aug/palmdale.html In a move that reflects the growth of Antelope Valley College's Palmdale Center, the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges has approved 20 educational degree and certificate programs -- over 50 percent of which are offered through the center. Business Mon, 08 Aug 2011 24:31:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) New members sought for oversight committee http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/aug/oversight.html Antelope Valley College is seeking to fill four seats on its Citizens' Oversight Committee, with the responsibility of ensuring that local bond proceeds are spent according to their intended purposes. Community Wed, 03 Aug 2011 24:03:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Intravenous therapy, phlebotomy courses offered at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/aug/phlebotomy.html Licensed vocational nurses (LVN), registered nurses and physician assistants can obtain intravenous therapy certification though a course offered by Antelope Valley College Corporate and Community Services beginning Aug. 26. Community Wed, 03 Aug 2011 24:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC nursing faculty lead CPR course http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/aug/cpr.html People can learn the skills to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) through a one-day course "Recognition of Cardiac and Respiratory Emergencies" offered through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services office. Community Wed, 03 Aug 2011 23:55:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) 33 graduate from AVC Wildland Firefighter Academy http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/jul/fire.html Cheered on by friends and family members, 33 men and women graduated Thursday afternoon from Antelope Valley College's Wildland Firefighter Academy during a ceremony in the Lancaster campus cafeteria. Community Thu, 28 Jul 2011 25:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Money generated for AVC scholarships http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/jul/scholarships.html Antelope Valley College students will benefit from recent efforts to establish ongoing scholarships for students at the school. Community Thu, 28 Jul 2011 24:56:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC adds more classes http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/jul/classes.html Antelope Valley College has added more than 150 classes to its fall semester schedule following passage of a state budget that had less drastic cuts than originally proposed. Community Wed, 20 Jul 2011 17:35:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC to host 4th and 5th grade pupils for "I'm Going to College" http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/jun/igtc.html Instilling a vision for a college education among elementary age children and their parents is the goal of "I'm Going to College," a half-day event hosted by Antelope Valley College 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 13. Community Thu, 23 Jun 2011 17:35:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) State law opens door for new transfer degrees http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/jun/transfer.html State officials have given Antelope Valley College (AVC) approval for two new degree programs that will make it easier for community college students to transfer to the California State University System. Community Thu, 23 Jun 2011 17:29:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Respiratory care practitioners get pins http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/jun/respiratory.html The fourth class of respiratory therapists from Antelope Valley College received their pins during a 1:30 p.m. ceremony today at the college's Lancaster campus. Community Tue, 07 Jun 2011 23:58:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Students graduate from AVC's municipal firefighter academy http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/jun/fire.html Graduates of Antelope Valley College's municipal firefighter academy will be honored during a 10:30 a.m. graduation ceremony Friday (June 3) at the John P. Eliopulos Hellenic Center, 43404 30th St. W., Lancaster. Community Thu, 02 Jun 2011 23:58:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Registered nursing graduates to get pins Saturday http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/jun/rngrads.html Students who have completed Antelope Valley College's associate degree program in nursing are due to receive their nursing pins during a 3 p.m. Saturday ceremony at the Poppy Pavilion, Antelope Valley Fairgrounds. Community Thu, 02 Jun 2011 23:56:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) History prof chosen for honor http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/may/honor.html History Professor Dr. Matthew Jaffe was named Wednesday as Antelope Valley College's Scholar in Residence for 2011-12, the highest honor accorded a faculty member at the college. Community Thu, 26 May 2011 16:08:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Students host pottery show May 17 http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/may/pottery.html Ceramics students from Antelope Valley College will host a Student Pottery Show 3-6 p.m. May 17 in the Fine Arts Quad, located on the west side of the campus, 3041W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Mon, 16 May 2011 17:08:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) District negotiating team issues statement http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/may/district.html The Antelope Valley Community College District negotiating team issued the following statement May 9 in an effort to clarify its status in negotiations with the faculty union, the Antelope Valley College Federation of Teachers (AVCFT). College Affairs Mon, 9 May 2011 28:18:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) College reaches impasse with faculty union http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/apr/impasse.html Antelope Valley College officials and the union that represents faculty at the college have mutually declared an impasse in their contract negotiations ' an action that could affect district efforts to reduce spending in light of proposed statewide cuts to education. College Affairs Wed, 27 Apr 2011 16:51:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Valley's largest job fair to be held April 27 http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/apr/jobfair.html The valley's largest job fair will bring together job seekers and employers from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday, April 27 as Antelope Valley College hosts its 16th Semi-Annual Spring Career Information and Job Fair at the Fine Arts Quad, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Performing Arts Wed, 20 Apr 2011 23:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) College gallery presents "Dirt and Other Kinds of Poetry" http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/apr/dirt.html A photography and text exhibition exploring how we find beauty in the everyday world will be featured in the Antelope Valley College Art Gallery April 21-May 13 with "Dirt and Other Kinds of Poetry." Performing Arts Wed, 20 Apr 2011 21:06:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC grad to receive Pulitzer Prize for poetry http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/apr/kayryan.html Antelope Valley College graduate Kay Ryan was named Monday as a recipient of this year's Pulitzer Prize for poetry. Community Wed, 20 Apr 2011 21:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC rad tech grads have 100 percent pass rate on national certification exam http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/apr/radtech.html Antelope Valley College's first class of graduates from the Radiologic Technology Program have all passed a national certification exam required to be able to produce X-rays for physicians. Community Mon, 11 Apr 2011 17:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Cafeteria, bookstore announce change in hours http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/apr/closures.html Construction and technical issues will create a temporary change in hours for the Cafeteria and Marauder Bookstore when spring classes resume April 11. Community Fri, 8 Apr 2011 21:08:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC employees delivered more bad news http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/apr/employeecuts.html Fifty-seven Antelope Valley College employees were told Tuesday afternoon that they could either lose their jobs or be laid off for one to two months this summer as the result of the state's budget crisis. Community Tue, 5 Apr 2011 23:52:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) High school grads to face narrow gate to community colleges http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/apr/hsgrads.html Deep cuts to state funding for community colleges could shut out hundreds of local high school graduates from classes at Antelope Valley College this fall. Community Tue, 5 Apr 2011 23:47:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Dancers "begin again" for April 15-16 performances http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/mar/dance.html Dance Dimensions 2011, an annual showcase of dance by Antelope Valley College students and community members, will be held 8 p.m. April 15-16 at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W. Lancaster Blvd., Lancaster. Community Tue, 29 Mar 2011 19:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Door-to-door solicitors not representing AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/mar/solicitors.html Solicitors trying to sell newspaper and magazine subscriptions in the Antelope Valley are falsely claiming to be officially affiliated with Antelope Valley College. Community Fri, 18 Mar 2011 18:41:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Palmdale Center to reopen Friday http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/mar/palmdaleopen.html Repairs have been made to a damaged water line that will allow for the reopening of Antelope Valley College's Palmdale Center on Friday morning. Community Thu, 17 Mar 2011 22:51:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Palmdale Center closed today following accident http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/mar/palmdaleclosure.html All Thursday classes at Antelope Valley College's Palmdale Center have been canceled today and the center closed following damage to a water line Wednesday night. Community Thu, 17 Mar 2011 22:41:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Grant writing workshop to assist money seekers http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/mar/grant.html People wanting to learn to write a winning grant proposal are encouraged to enroll in "Grant Writing Fundamentals" a one-day workshop offered by Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Education Office April 16 at the Lancaster campus, 3041 W. Ave. K. Education Tue, 15 Mar 2011 24:27:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Fire academy to hold information sessions http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/mar/fire.html Antelope Valley College's municipal fire academy will offer informational meetings to anyone interested in learning more about its fall 2011 academy. Education Tue, 15 Mar 2011 24:25:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Seminar to look at how to launch a law enforcement career http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/mar/law.html Anyone wanting to know how to pursue a career in law enforcement can enroll in a community education course, "Prepare for a Career in Law Enforcement," being held 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, March 26 in room LS1 132 at Antelope Valley College, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Education Tue, 15 Mar 2011 24:24:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Rosamond student earns perfect score at Math Field Day http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/mar/mathday.html Top math students from 18 area high schools spent 90 minutes Friday morning working through a series of written problems devised by Antelope Valley College math faculty members. Community Tue, 15 Mar 2011 24:22:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Work of six East Coast and West Coast artists to be featured in gallery http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/mar/artshow.html Works by six artists will be featured in the "Image and Word" exhibition in the Antelope Valley College Art Gallery, March 16-April 22. Performing Arts Tue, 15 Mar 2011 24:20:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC to present "The Vagina Monologues" March 25-26 http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/mar/monologues.html Eve Ensler's "The Vagina Monologues" will be performed in the Antelope Valley College Black Box Theatre, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster at 7 p.m., March 25-26. Performing Arts Tue, 15 Mar 2011 24:15:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Trustees approve option to cut administrator salaries http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/mar/boardaction.html Antelope Valley College's educational administrators will be sent letters advising them that their salaries could be reduced in the 2011-12 academic year "by up to 35 percent through reductions in pay, mandatory furlough days, or both." Business Mon, 7 Mar 2011 22:35:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Eat ice cream, repair a kiln http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/mar/icecream.html An ice cream social featuring ceramic bowls crafted by Rich Sim will be held in the Antelope Valley College Art Gallery 5-7 p.m. March 16 as a fundraiser to repair kilns in the campus ceramics lab. The gallery is located on the south side of campus, 3041 W. Ave. K. Community Mon, 7 Mar 2011 22:33:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC prepares for notices to administrators on pay cuts http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/mar/admincuts.html Antelope Valley College administrators could see their pay cut as much as 35 percent starting July 1 as a result of California's budget crisis. Business Tue, 1 Mar 2011 25:05:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Music competition winners to perform March 26 http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/feb/music.html Young winners of the annual Bach Competition and Gail Newby Concerto Competition, sponsored by the Antelope Valley Symphony Orchestra and Master Chorale, will perform at 8 p.m. March 26 at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W. Lancaster Blvd., Lancaster. Community Tue, 22 Feb 2011 17:08:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Notary public training and exam offered at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/feb/notary.html People interested in working as notary publics can learn how to perform the job and prepare for a required state exam through a one-day "Notary Public Workshop" offered through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office at 8 a.m Saturday, Feb. 26. Community Mon, 14 Feb 2011 18:53:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) LVN phlebotomy course offered at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/feb/phlebotomy.html Licensed vocational nurses (LVN), registered nurses, physician assistants and medical assistants can obtain phlebotomy certification though a six-unit continuing education course offered through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 26. Community Mon, 14 Feb 2011 18:52:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Mediation classes offered Saturdays at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/feb/mediation.html One-day courses in "Introduction to Mediation" and "Mediation as a Second Career" will be offered March 5 and 12 through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Community Mon, 14 Feb 2011 18:51:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Owners, prospective owners of rental properties offered advice http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/feb/rentals.html The fundamentals of purchasing and managing rental properties will be covered in a three-hour course to be taught through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office 6:30 p.m., Monday, March 7. Community Mon, 14 Feb 2011 18:50:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Pharmacy tech training program offered http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/feb/pharm.html People interested in becoming eligible to work as registered pharmacy technicians can enroll in a training program offered by Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office in cooperation with Boston Reed College beginning March 12. Community Mon, 14 Feb 2011 18:50:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC to offer course for campus security officers http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/feb/security.html A security guard course specifically designed to meet state requirements for campus security officers at grade schools and community colleges will be offered through Antelope Valley College Corporate and Community Services beginning March 5. Community Mon, 14 Feb 2011 18:49:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Speaker/author to discuss prospects of being kinder, more understanding http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/feb/kinder.html A college instructor's assignment that turned into an international movement to commit "random acts of kindness" will be the guest speaker at Antelope Valley College 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 16 in the Student Lounge of the Student Center Building, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Tue, 8 Feb 2011 16:34:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC's accreditation reaffirmed http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/feb/accreditation.html Following an extensive self study and review by professionals from other colleges, Antelope Valley College's accreditation has been reaffirmed for another six years by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges. Business Tue, 8 Feb 2011 16:32:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Radiologic tech program to limit enrollment http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/feb/radiologic.html State budget cuts will result in Antelope Valley College restricting enrollment in its radiologic technology program. Community Fri, 4 Feb 2011 16:40:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Parking permits to be required for Palmdale Center http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/feb/palmdaleparking.html Antelope Valley College students who park at the Palmdale Center will be required to have parking permits ' provided free ' to park at the center, beginning Feb. 21. Community Fri, 4 Feb 2011 16:35:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Parking lot #10 to be open for start of spring semester http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/feb/parking.html Construction delays on Antelope Valley College's solar energy project will result in limited access to the affected parking areas on the east side of the campus. Community Wed, 2 Feb 2011 16:25:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Suicide prevention and gun violence to be examined Wednesday http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/jan/suicideprev2.html A deranged gunman taking the life of a family member is a scenario Amanda Wilcox knows all too well. Community Tue, 11 Jan 2011 24:34:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Food handler certification offered at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/jan/foodhandler.html Food service employees needing to meet state safety requirements can enroll in a Food Handler Certificate course offered 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 8 through Corporate and Community Services at Antelope Valley College. Community Tue, 4 Jan 2011 25:15:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Get help with finances at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/jan/finances.html Financial tips and strategies will be among the topics of a two-hour workshop on "Family Financial Success" to be presented noon-2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 8 through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Community Tue, 4 Jan 2011 25:12:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Workshop offered for prospective pharmacy technicians http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/jan/math.html A math skills workshop for people interested in a pharmacy technician program will be offered 4 p.m. Friday, Jan. 7 at Antelope Valley College, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Tue, 4 Jan 2011 25:07:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) SAT-1 preparation workshops slated http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/jan/satprep.html A series of four workshops designed to improve the scores of college-bound students taking the SAT is being offered starting Friday, Jan. 7 through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Community Tue, 4 Jan 2011 25:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Suicide prevention and gun violence to be examined Jan. 12 http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/jan/suicideprev.html Prevention of suicide and gun violence will be the subject of a 1 p.m. Jan. 12 presentation in the Antelope Valley College Board Room, SSV 151, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster featuring Amanda Wilcox. Community Tue, 4 Jan 2011 24:54:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Lawyer to discuss separation of church and state http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/jan/churchstate.html Constitutional lawyer Eddie Tabash will discuss "Is There Separation of Church and State in America" 6-9 p.m. Jan. 13 in the Antelope Valley College Board Room, SSV 151, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Tue, 4 Jan 2011 24:52:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Educators to share how to deal with veterans returning from war http://www.avc.edu/news/2011/jan/veterans.html Readjustment issues for military veterans returning from the Iraq and Afghanistan wars will be the subject of a 1-4 p.m. Jan. 11 presentation at Antelope Valley College's Board Room, SSV 151. Community Tue, 4 Jan 2011 24:45:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) 'Tis the season: AVC receives $100,000 gift for students http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/dec/donation.html A long-held desire by McDonald's franchise owners Hernando and Fran Marroquin to open opportunities for young people through athletics has resulted in a $100,000 donation by the couple to the Antelope Valley College Foundation. Business Thu, 9 Dec 2010 24:13:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) College's RN program graduates named http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/dec/rn.html Students successfully completing Antelope Valley College's associate degree program in nursing are due to receive their nursing pins during a 3 p.m. Saturday (Dec. 11) ceremony at the Poppy Pavilion, Antelope Valley Fairgrounds. Academics Thu, 9 Dec 2010 22:08:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) First class of radiologic technology students ready for jobs http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/dec/radtech.html The first class of graduates from Antelope Valley College's Radiologic Technology Program will be presented pins 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 11 in the Board Room, SSV 151, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Academics Thu, 9 Dec 2010 22:06:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Craft fair "encore" to be held Dec. 18 http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/dec/craftfair.html A second holiday craft fair will he held 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 18 at Antelope Valley College's Cafeteria, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Wed, 1 Dec 2010 24:02:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Pink Floyd meets "The Wizard of Oz" Dec. 3 http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/dec/wizard.html Antelope Valley College's student rock band Test Flight will seek to do some myth busting Dec. 3 when it performs Pink Floyd's "Dark Side of the Moon" synchronized with the classic film "The Wizard of Oz." Community Wed, 1 Dec 2010 24:02:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Food handler certification offered at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/nov/food.html Food service employees needing to meet state safety requirements can enroll in a Food Handler Certificate course offered 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 4 through Corporate and Community Services at Antelope Valley College. Community Tue, 30 Nov 2010 17:53:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Health care providers to learn about cardiac, respiratory emergencies http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/nov/cardiac.html Recognizing cardiac and respiratory emergencies and instituting life-support measures will be the focus of a one-day workshop offered 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 7 by Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Community Tue, 30 Nov 2010 17:50:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Get help with finances at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/nov/finances.html Financial tips and strategies will be among the topics of a two-hour workshop on "Family Financial Success" to be presented noon-2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 4 through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Community Tue, 30 Nov 2010 17:46:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC to show students where to find the money http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/nov/scholarship.html High school seniors planning to attend Antelope Valley College (AVC) and current AVC students are invited to learn how to apply for scholarships through the Antelope Valley College Foundation. Community Tue, 9 Nov 2010 23:18:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC to host StoryFest Nov. 20 http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/nov/storyfest.html A celebration of the diversity of cultures as expressed through stories and folktales will be the focus of Antelope Valley College's StoryFest, 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 20 at the Antelope Valley College Choral Room, FA3-162, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Tue, 9 Nov 2010 23:15:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Constitution exam offered for prospective teachers http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/nov/constitution.html Teaching credential candidates needing to take a U.S. Constitution examination can enroll for the exam being offered 3:30-6:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 3 through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Education Office. Community Tue, 9 Nov 2010 23:15:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Pharmacy tech training program offered at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/nov/pharmtech.html People interested in becoming eligible to work as registered pharmacy technicians can enroll in a training program offered by Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office in cooperation with Boston Reed College beginning Nov. 6. Community Mon, 1 Nov 2010 23:45:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Grant writing workshop to assist money seekers http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/oct/grant.html People wanting to learn to write a winning grant proposal are encouraged to enroll in "Grant Writing Fundamentals" a one-day workshop offered by Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Education Office Nov. 20 at the Lancaster campus, 3041 W. Ave. K. Community Tue, 26 Oct 2010 22:15:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Fundraising workshop to provide proven examples http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/oct/fundraising.html Simple yet proven examples of fundraising will be the focus of a one-day workshop "Fundraising Fundamentals" presented 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13 by Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office at the Lancaster campus, 3041 W. Ave. K. The workshop will meet in BE 243. Community Tue, 26 Oct 2010 22:10:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Learn to sell on the world's largest online marketplace http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/oct/ebay.html Learning to sell on eBay, the world's largest online marketplace, is the focus of an all-day workshop offered 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 13 by Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Community Tue, 26 Oct 2010 22:05:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Get help with finances at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/oct/finances.html Financial tips and strategies will be among the topics of a two-hour workshop on "Family Financial Success" to be presented noon-2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13 through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Community Tue, 26 Oct 2010 22:05:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Food handler certification offered at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/oct/foodhandler.html Food service employees needing to meet state safety requirements can enroll in a Food Handler Certificate course offered 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6 through Corporate and Community Services at Antelope Valley College. Community Tue, 26 Oct 2010 22:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) SAT-1 preparation workshops slated http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/oct/satprep.html A series of four workshops designed to improve the scores of college-bound students taking the SAT is being offered starting Friday, Nov. 5 through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Community Tue, 26 Oct 2010 21:40:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Guitarist to perform benefit concert http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/oct/guitarist.html Guitarist William Davila will perform a concert to benefit the Antelope Valley Symphony Orchestra and Master Chorale (AVSOMC) at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 3 in the Antelope Valley College Recital Hall, FA3 162, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Wed, 20 Oct 2010 23:15:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Break out the lederhosen for Oktober Kirmes-Fest at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/oct/oktoberfest.html German food, entertainment and games will be part of Antelope Valley College's Oktober Kirmes-Fest celebration 4-8 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 23 in the campus Cafeteria, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Mon, 18 Oct 2010 21:35:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Seminar to look at how to launch a law enforcement career http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/oct/law.html Anyone wanting to know how to pursue a career in law enforcement can enroll in a community education course, "Prepare for a Career in Law Enforcement," being held 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 16 in room LS1 132 at Antelope Valley College, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Mon, 04 Oct 2010 22:25:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Loan signing specialist training at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/oct/loansign.html The California real estate industry is in need of notaries to become loan document signing specialists - a skill that will be covered in a workshop for those trained to be notary publics 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 17 through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Community Mon, 04 Oct 2010 22:25:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Computerized bookkeeping offered at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/oct/bookkeeping.html A workshop that will provide an introduction to QuickBooks Pro and its related bookkeeping functions will be held 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 16, through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Community Thu, 30 Sep 2010 24:15:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Notary public training and exam offered at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/oct/notary.html People interested in working as notary publics can learn how to perform the job and prepare for a required state exam through a one-day "Notary Public Workshop" offered through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office at 8 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 16. Community Thu, 30 Sep 2010 24:15:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC solar power project to begin construction http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/sep/solarproject.html Construction is slated to begin next week on a solar system that is expected to provide for more than half of Antelope Valley College's annual electricity consumption. College Affairs Tue, 28 Sep 2010 22:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Valley's largest job fair set for Oct. 6 http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/sep/jobfair.html Job seekers are encouraged to attend the Antelope Valley's largest job fair 3-7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 6 as Antelope Valley College hosts the 15th Semi-Annual Fall Career Information and Job Fair at the Lancaster campus, 3041 W. Ave. K. Community Tue, 28 Sep 2010 22:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Exhibit focuses on collage in painting and drawing http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/sep/oddharmonies.html A group exhibition that explores the transformative power of collage will be held Sept. 29-Oct. 22 in the Antelope Valley College Art Gallery, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Arts & Entertainment Mon, 27 Sep 2010 20:25:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC to host university and college representatives http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/sep/transfer.html Students wanting to continue their education at a college, university or technical school will have the opportunity to meet with representatives from approximately 30 public and private institutions when Antelope Valley College hosts its annual Transfer Day 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 28. Academics Wed, 22 Sep 2010 17:10:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Learn to relax through Reiki http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/sep/reiki.html Two days of instruction in Reiki -- whose practitioners claim the practice leads to soothing, relaxing energy -- will be held Sept. 17-18 at Antelope Valley College. Community Fri, 10 Sep 2010 21:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Learn to sell on the world's largest online marketplace http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/sep/ebay.html Learning to sell on eBay, the world's largest online marketplace, is the focus of an all-day workshop offered 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 25 by Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Community Fri, 10 Sep 2010 21:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Owners, prospective owners of rental properties offered advice http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/sep/rental.html The fundamentals of purchasing and managing rental properties will be covered in a three-hour course to be taught through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 25. Community Fri, 10 Sep 2010 21:29:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Food handler certification offered at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/sep/foodhandler.html Food service employees needing to meet state safety requirements can enroll in a Food Handler Certificate course offered 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 18 through Corporate and Community Services at Antelope Valley College. Community Fri, 10 Sep 2010 21:28:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Workshop set to help non-accountants http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/sep/bookkeeping.html Helping non-accountants acquire accounting skills is the focus of a one-day workshop offered 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 18, through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Community Fri, 10 Sep 2010 21:26:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Medical transcription course to be offered http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/sep/medical.html Anyone interested in pursuing a career in medical transcription is encouraged to attend a free orientation Sept. 9 for an online medical transcription course to be offered by Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Community Fri, 3 Sep 2010 22:50:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) LVN phlebotomy course offered at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/sep/phlebotomy.html Licensed vocational nurses (LVN), registered nurses, physician assistants and medical assistants can obtain phlebotomy certification though a six-unit continuing education course offered through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 11. Community Fri, 3 Sep 2010 22:44:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) SAT-1 preparation workshop slated http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/sep/satprep.html A series of four Saturday workshops designed to improve the scores of college-bound students taking the SAT is being offered starting Sept. 11 through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Community Fri, 3 Sep 2010 22:38:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Additional guard training offered at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/sep/security.html Additional security guard training to meet continuing education requirements of those with a valid security guard card will be offered 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturdays, Sept. 11 and 18 through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Fri, 3 Sep 2010 22:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Clouds drift into gallery http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/aug/clouds.html Sculpture and painting by Melinda Smith Altshuler is featured in the Antelope Valley College Art Gallery's first show of the new season on display through Sept. 17 at 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Arts and Entertainment Tue, 31 Aug 2010 23:15:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Stadium to be named after retired coach http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/aug/stadium.html Antelope Valley College officials announced today that the college's stadium will be renamed Brent Carder Marauder Stadium at a ceremony during half-time of this Saturday night's home opening football game. Sports Tue, 31 Aug 2010 21:50:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Online medical transcription course to be offered http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/aug/medicaltrans.html Anyone interested in pursuing a career in medical transcription is encouraged to attend a free orientation Sept. 9 for an online medical transcription course to be offered by Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Academics Wed, 25 Aug 2010 21:15:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Vendors invited to participate in craft fair http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/aug/craftfair.html Vendors interested in participating in the Fall 2010 Craft Fair to be held 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 13 at Antelope Valley College should reserve a space by Oct. 15. Community Tue, 24 Aug 2010 22:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Grant writing workshop to assist money seekers http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/aug/grantwriting.html People wanting to learn to write a winning grant proposal are encouraged to enroll in "Grant Writing Fundamentals," a one-day workshop offered by Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office Sept. 4 at the Lancaster campus, 3041 W. Ave. K. Academics Tue, 24 Aug 2010 22:25:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Campus parking enforcement clarified http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/aug/parking.html Students wanting to park on campus will need to obtain permits from the Cashier's Office by Friday, Sept. 3 to avoid being cited. Community Mon, 23 Aug 2010 21:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC graduate chosen for statewide award http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/aug/kayryan.html Kay Ryan, an Antelope Valley College graduate and the nation's poet laureate for two years, has been chosen to receive the California Community College Distinguished Alumni Award for 2010. Community Fri, 20 Aug 2010 22:40:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Book rental delay http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/aug/bookrentaldelay.html PA plan to allow students to rent textbooks through the AVC Marauder Bookstore has been delayed due to late arrival of the software to operate the program. Community Thu, 19 Aug 2010 24:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Event and wedding planning focus of course at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/aug/eventplan.html People interested in event or wedding planning can gain hands-on experience and certification through a 10-week course by Antelope Valley College Corporate and Community Services. Community Thu, 19 Aug 2010 22:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Workshop stresses good, nutritious meals on a budget http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/aug/food.html Making the most of meals on a limited budget is the focus of a workshop "The 99 Cent Gourmet - How to Feed a Family of Four for $10 or Less" being held at Antelope Valley College 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 19. Community Tue, 17 Aug 2010 17:35:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Learn to sell on the world's largest online marketplace http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/aug/ebay.html Learning to sell on eBay, the world's largest online marketplace, is the focus of an all-day workshop offered by Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Community Tue, 17 Aug 2010 16:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC exercise and running course opened to public http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/aug/partrack.html A physical agility and running (PAR) course that was constructed near Marauder Stadium as part of Antelope Valley College's West Campus Expansion is now open for use by the public. Community Mon, 09 Aug 2010 21:20:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Author to challenge concept of free will at AVC forum Aug. 28 http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/aug/freewill.html Author and philosopher Dr. Norm Haughness will discuss his views that challenge the concept humans have a free will as Antelope Valley College hosts 'Freedom is a Dangerous Illusion,' 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 28 in the college Board Room, SSV 151, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Mon, 09 Aug 2010 21:10:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Learn to relax through Reiki http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jul/reiki.html Reiki master Lynn Palmer will offer instruction in Reiki -- whose practitioners claim the practice leads to soothing, relaxing energy - July 23-24 at Antelope Valley College. Community Mon, 19 Jul 2010 20:05:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Workshop stresses good, nutritious meals on a budget http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jul/gourmet.html Making the most of meals on a limited budget is the focus of a workshop "The 99 Cent Gourmet - How to Feed a Family of Four for $10 or Less" being held at Antelope Valley College 6-9 p.m. Wednesday, July 28. Community Mon, 19 Jul 2010 20:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Intravenous therapy certification offered LVNs http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jul/ivtherapy.html Licensed vocational nurses (LVN) can obtain intravenous therapy certification through three weekend training sessions offered through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services beginning Friday, July 23. Community Mon, 19 Jul 2010 20:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) "Clutterology" offers cure for pack rats http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jul/clutter.html People needing to get rid of the clutter in their lives can get help through a workshop in "Clutterology - Get Rid of Clutter and Get Organized" offered through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 28. Community Mon, 19 Jul 2010 19:55:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Additional guard training offered at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jul/security.html Additional security guard training to meet continuing education requirements of those with a valid security guard card will be offered 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturdays, July 24 and 31 through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Mon, 19 Jul 2010 18:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC to host 4th grade pupils for "I'm Going to College" http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jul/igtc.html Instilling a vision for a college education among elementary age children and their parents is the goal of "I'm Going to College," a half-day event hosted by Antelope Valley College 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 14. Community Mon, 19 Jul 2010 18:25:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Learn to sell on the world's largest online marketplace http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jul/ebay.html Learning to sell on eBay, the world's largest online marketplace, is the focus of an all-day workshop offered by Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Community Thu, 15 Jul 2010 20:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Learn exporting business through AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jul/export.html A course in how to operate a profitable exporting business will be offered through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office 6:30-9:30 p.m. Friday in Room BE 242 at the Lancaster campus, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Thu, 15 Jul 2010 20:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC exercise and running course opened to public http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jul/parcourse.html A physical agility and running (PAR) course that was constructed near Marauder Stadium as part of Antelope Valley College's West Campus Expansion is now open for use by the public. Community Tue, 6 Jul 2010 21:45:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Food handler certification offered at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jun/food.html Food service employees needing to meet state safety requirements can enroll in a Food Handler Certificate course offered 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, June 26 through Corporate and Community Education at Antelope Valley College. Academics Thu, 17 Jun 2010 20:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Grant writing workshops to assist new and experienced money seekers http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jun/grantwriting.html People wanting to learn to write a winning grant proposal are encouraged to enroll in "Grant Writing Fundamentals" and "Grant Writing Intermediate," one-day workshops offered by Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Education Office June 19 and 26, respectively, at the Lancaster campus, 3041 W. Ave. K. Academics Thu, 17 Jun 2010 20:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Nursing students to graduate Sunday http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jun/nursing.html Antelope Valley College is doing its part to combat California's shortage of nurses with 62 graduates due to receive their nursing pins during a 3 p.m. Sunday, June 6 ceremony at the Poppy Pavilion, Antelope Valley Fairgrounds, Lancaster. Academics Fri, 4 Jun 2010 16:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Counselor honored as Scholar in Residence http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/may/scholar.html A counselor who helped establish California's first reentry program for students was named by her colleagues on Wednesday as Antelope Valley College's Scholar in Residence for 2010-11. Academics Mon, 24 May 2010 17:05:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Auditions for "Big Love" to be held at college http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/may/biglove.html Antelope Valley College's Theatre Arts Department will hold auditions for Charles Mee's "Big Love" on Saturday, June 5 from 9-11a.m. and 2-4 p.m., and Sunday, June 6 from 2-4 p.m., in the AVC Black Box Theater, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Callbacks will be Sunday, June 6 from 6-8 p.m. Community Mon, 24 May 2010 17:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Free outdoor guitar performance at AVC May 19 http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/may/guitar.html A 20-piece guitar ensemble led by William Davila will perform an outdoor concert 12:30-2:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 19 in the Library Plaza at Antelope Valley College, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. The performance is free. Community Mon, 17 May 2010 21:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Clothing students host fashion show http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/may/fashion.html Aspiring clothing students will show off their best work and work the runway during the 'Lights, Camera, Fashion 2010' fashion show hosted by Antelope Valley College's Clothing and Textiles program 12:30-2:30 p.m. Thursday, May 27 in the campus Applied Arts Plaza, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Theater and Arts Wed, 12 May 2010 21:55:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Band to perform at LPAC http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/may/band.html The Antelope Valley College Concert Band will perform a spring concert 7 p.m. Monday, May 17 at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center (LPAC), 750 W. Lancaster Blvd. Theater and Arts Wed, 12 May 2010 17:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Workshop set to help non-accountants http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/may/accounting.html Helping non-accountants acquire accounting skills is the focus of a one-day workshop offered 9 a.m.-5 p.m. this Saturday, May 8, through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Education Office. Community Tue, 4 May 2010 16:50:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Survival backpacking seminar slated http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/april/backpack.html Wilderness specialist Lee Bergthold will lead a survival backpacking seminar 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday, May 16 at Antelope Valley College's Board Room, Student Services Building Room 151, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Wed, 28 Apr 2010 20:20:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) "Little Rock Nine" student to discuss effects of desegregation and racism http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/april/littlerock.html Gun-toting troops escorting nine African American students to a previously all-white high school is one of those images that left a significant imprint on the American consciousness. Now, 53 years after he helped make history as one of the "Little Rock Nine," Dr. Terrence Roberts will discuss the lessons learned from a landmark event on school desegregation when he visits Antelope Valley College May 11. Community Wed, 28 Apr 2010 20:45:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Original One-Act Play Festival set for May 6-9 http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/april/oneact.html Antelope Valley College's 14th Original One-Act Play Festival will be held in the campus Black Box Theatre FA2, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster at 8 p.m. Thursday, May 6 through Friday May 8, and 2 p.m. Sunday, May 9. Theater Arts Wed, 21 Apr 2010 21:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) "Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing" performs at Antelope Valley College http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/april/4thgrade.html Antelope Valley College's Theatre Arts Department will present Judy Blume's beloved classic "Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing" this weekend at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday in the AVC Black Box Theatre, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Theater Arts Tue, 13 Apr 2010 20:25:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Mind management strategy class to be held at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/april/mindmanage.html One-day classes in "Mind Management Strategies" designed to help people attain what they want will be offered through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Community Tue, 13 Apr 2010 20:15:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Citizens Oversight Committee Newsletter Now Available Online http://www.avc.edu/administration/facilities/citizensoversight/common/documents/COCnewsletter10.pdf Community Thu, 8 Apr 2010 20:55:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Valley's largest job fair to be held April 14 http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/april/jobfair.html The valley's largest job fair will bring together job seekers and employers from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, April 14 as Antelope Valley College hosts its 15th Spring Career Information and Job Fair at the Library Plaza, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Thu, 8 Apr 2010 17:55:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Manage and improve your credit through credit education workshop http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/april/credit.html Improving your credit score, budgeting and preparing for home ownership are among the topics to be covered in a Credit Education Workshop 6:30 p.m. Friday, April 9. Community Mon, 5 Apr 2010 22:05:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Notary public training and exam offered at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/april/notary.html People interested in working as notary publics can learn how to perform the job and prepare for a required state exam through "Notary Public Workshop" offered 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, April 17 through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Community Mon, 5 Apr 2010 22:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) California college advocate to speak at Gala http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/april/galaspeaker.html Scott Lay will be the keynote speaker at the 80th Anniversary Gala slated for 5:30 p.m. April 17 at the Antelope Valley Fairgrounds Poppy Pavilion. Community Mon, 5 Apr 2010 21:50:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Construction to start on Health and Science Building http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/march/healthscience.html Work should begin soon on a two-story Health and Science Building at Antelope Valley College's Lancaster campus following the award of 23 bids to contractors during a special meeting of college trustees Monday. Community Wed, 31 Mar 2010 17:20:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Event and wedding planning focus of course at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/march/wedding.html People interested in event or wedding planning can gain hands-on experience and certification through a course offered through Antelope Valley College Corporate and Community Services beginning April 11. Community Wed, 24 Mar 2010 22:20:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) SAT-1 preparation workshop slated http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/march/sat.html A series of four weekend workshops designed to improve the scores of college-bound students taking the SAT is being offered March 27, April 3, 17 and 24 through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Community Wed, 24 Mar 2010 22:15:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Food handler certification offered at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/march/food.html Food service employees needing to meet state safety requirements can enroll in a Food Handler Certificate course offered Saturday (March 27) through Corporate and Community Services at Antelope Valley College. Community Wed, 24 Mar 2010 22:12:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Dancers find inspiration in conquest for April 23-24 performances http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/march/dancers.html Dancers will explore the concept of "Conquest" when they appear on the stage for the annual Dance Dimensions concert 8 p.m. April 23-24 at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W. Lancaster Blvd., Lancaster. Community Wed, 24 Mar 2010 22:05:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Short-term classes added at AVC's Palmdale Center http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/march/shortterm.html Several short-term classes beginning the week of April 12 have been added at Antelope Valley College's Palmdale Center, 1529 E. Palmdale Blvd. Education Wed, 24 Mar 2010 19:25:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Employers sought for valley's largest job fair April 14 http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/march/jobfair.html Employers are invited to participate in the valley's largest job fair 4-7 p.m. April 14 when Antelope Valley College hosts its 15th Spring Career Information and Job Fair at the campus, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Tue, 23 Mar 2010 21:45:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) "Faith in The Classroom" -- AVC to host roundtable discussion http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/march/faith.html The expression of religious faith within educational settings will be the focus of a roundtable discussion 7-10 p.m. March 31 in the Antelope Valley College Board Room, SSV 151, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Tue, 23 Mar 2010 21:42:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Auto body program gets industry certification and new facility http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/march/auto.html When auto body students at Antelope Valley College enter their newly constructed lab this spring, they will find the latest equipment in the industry as well as the promise of national certification. Education Tue, 23 Mar 2010 21:40:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AV Christian, Quartz Hill teams among winners at Math Field Day http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/march/mathday.html Top math students from 15 area high schools spent 90 minutes Friday morning working through a series of written problems devised by Antelope Valley College math faculty members. Community Mon, 15 Mar 2010 24:20:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Three-day mediation skills training workshop offered http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/march/mediation.html Hands-on training in mediation skills will take place on three successive Saturdays beginning March 13 through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Community Fri, 5 Mar 2010 22:25:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Class provides information on citizenship http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/march/citizenship.html Immigrants interested in becoming United States citizens can enroll in a two-hour workshop offered through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Community Fri, 5 Mar 2010 22:25:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Owners, prospective owners of rental properties offered advice http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/march/rental.html The fundamentals of purchasing and managing rental properties will be covered in a three-hour course to be taught through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office 10 a.m. Saturday, March 13. Community Fri, 5 Mar 2010 22:25:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) "X-Hunters" to discuss search for crashed planes during AVC presentation http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/march/xhunters.html Efforts by two men to research and locate crash sites of historic aircraft and experimental planes from Edwards Air Force Base and Nevada's Area 51 will be discussed at a free presentation 7 p.m. Thursday, March 25 at Antelope Valley College's Board Room, SSV 151, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Wed, 3 Mar 2010 20:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) "Unearths" exhibition to show human body prints http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/march/unearths.html Large format prints made from the human body will be the subject of a solo exhibition by Canadian-born artist Annelie McKenzie in the Antelope Valley College Art Gallery, March 8-April 3. Performance Arts Mon, 1 Mar 2010 18:25:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Fire academy to hold information sessions http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/feb/fire.html Antelope Valley College's municipal fire academy will offer informational meetings to anyone interested in learning more about its fall 2010 academy. Academics Thu, 25 Feb 2010 25:15:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Seminar to look at how to launch a law enforcement career http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/feb/law.html Anyone wanting to know how to pursue a career in law enforcement can enroll in a community education course, 'Prepare for a Career in Law Enforcement,' being held 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, March 6 in room LS1 132 at Antelope Valley College, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Mon, 22 Feb 2010 22:10:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Workshop stresses good, nutritious meals on a budget http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/feb/99centgourmet.html Making the most of meals on a limited budget is the focus of a workshop 'The 99 Cent Gourmet ' How to Feed a Family of Four for $10 or Less' being held at Antelope Valley College 6-9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 26. Community Mon, 22 Feb 2010 22:10:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) "Clutterology" offers cure for pack rats http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/feb/clutterology.html People needing to get rid of the clutter in their lives can get help through a workshop in "Clutterology ' Get Rid of Clutter and Get Organized" offered through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office Friday, Feb. 26. Community Mon, 22 Feb 2010 22:10:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Grant writing workshop to assist new and experienced money seekers http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/feb/grantwriting.html People wanting to learn to write a winning grant proposal are encouraged to enroll in 'Grant Writing Fundamentals,' a one-day workshop offered by Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 27 in BE 241 at the Lancaster campus, 3041 W. Ave. K. Community Mon, 22 Feb 2010 17:10:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Music competition winners to perform March 27 http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/feb/musicwinners.html Young winners of the annual Bach Competition and Gail Newby Concerto Competition, sponsored by the Antelope Valley Symphony Orchestra and Master Chorale, will perform 8 p.m. March 28 at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W. Lancaster Blvd., Lancaster. Community Fri, 19 Feb 2010 22:20:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Jazz bands to perform at festival 7 p.m. Feb. 27 http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/feb/jazzbands.html Professional jazz musicians will provide a clinic for aspiring high school and college performers when Antelope Valley College sponsors a jazz clinic and festival Saturday, Feb. 27 at Paraclete High School, 42145 30th St. West, Lancaster. Community Fri, 19 Feb 2010 22:20:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Open house to be held by Corporate and Community Services http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/feb/openhouse.html An open house to showcase classes offered to residents and businesses through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office will be held 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24 in the Lancaster campus Cafeteria, 3041 W. Ave. K. Community Tue, 16 Feb 2010 22:10:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Palmdale Site becomes Palmdale Center http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/feb/palmdalecenter.html Antelope Valley College's Palmdale Site at 1529 E. Palmdale Blvd. is now officially Palmdale Center, following action by college trustees Feb. 8. Community Wed, 10 Feb 2010 21:38:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Auditions set for "Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing" http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/feb/auditions.html Antelope Valley College's Theatre for Young Audiences will hold open auditions for "Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing" 2-5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 20 and 2-5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21 in the Applied Arts Building, room APL 216. Community Wed, 10 Feb 2010 21:35:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Vendors/donors for playground recognized http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/feb/playgroundvend.html Community members and contractors who worked to donate labor, materials and equipment for refurbishing the Antelope Valley College Child Development Center playground were recognized during a ceremony Thursday morning at the Lancaster campus. Community Thu, 4 Feb 2010 24:50:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Mediator training program starts in February http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/feb/mediator.html A mediator training program to prepare people to work in a variety of business, community and legal situations will be held through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office beginning Saturday, Feb. 6 in Room BE 243 (Business Education Building), 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Academics Tue, 2 Feb 2010 24:50:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) "Sun etching" technique to be featured at AVC solo exhibition Feb. 9-26 http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jan/sunetching.html A technique of systematically burning through layers of paper to create images will be featured in Antelope Valley College's Art Gallery when it hosts a solo exhibition by Austin Straus, Feb. 9-26. Academics Wed, 27 Jan 2010 19:20:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC Achievement Award recipients named for 2010 http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jan/achievement.html Antelope Valley College and the Antelope Valley College Foundation have announced six recipients of the 2010 Achievement Awards who will be honored at the college's 80th Anniversary Gala, Saturday, April 17 at the Antelope Valley Fairgrounds. Academics Wed, 27 Jan 2010 19:10:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) California Guard Card course to be held at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jan/guardcard.html An eight-hour training course to secure a California Guard Card will be conducted 6 p.m. Fridays, Jan. 29 and Feb. 5 by Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office at the Lancaster campus, 3041 W. Ave. K, Room BE 242. Academics Wed, 20 Jan 2010 16:35:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Constitution exam offered for prospective teachers http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jan/constitution.html Teaching credential candidates needing to take a U.S. Constitution examination can enroll for the exam being offered 3:30-6:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 29 through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Education Office. Academics Tue, 19 Jan 2010 21:35:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Around AVC: Legislative Day http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jan/legislativediscussion.html A recent Legislative Day hosted by Antelope Valley College enabled elected leaders to dialogue with college students about issues of concern. College Affairs Thu, 14 Jan 2010 24:20:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Around AVC: SOAR Chemistry Demonstration http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jan/soarchemistry.html Antelope Valley College chemistry instructor Carlos Hernandez performs a demonstration utilizing liquid nitrogen for Students on the Academic Rise (SOAR) High School Science Club students. SOAR High School is an Early College High School Program housed on AVC's Lancaster campus. College Affairs Thu, 14 Jan 2010 24:18:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Around AVC: Swearing In http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jan/swearingin.html State Assemblyman Steve Knight gives the oath of office to Antelope Valley Community College District trustees Betty J. Wienke, Steve Buffalo and Michael R. Adams during the December board meeting. The three trustees join incumbents Jack Seefus and Earl J. Wilson on the five-member governing board. College Affairs Thu, 14 Jan 2010 24:15:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Seasoned administrator to guide Palmdale Site http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jan/palmdaleadmin.html A seasoned administrator who helped develop a second campus for a California community college has assumed his duties as director of Antelope Valley College's Palmdale Site. College Affairs Thu, 14 Jan 2010 20:40:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Mediator training program starts in February http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jan/mediator.html A mediator training program to prepare people to work in a variety of business, community and legal situations will be held through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office beginning Saturday, Feb. 6 in Room BE 243 (Business Education Building), 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Academics Tue, 12 Jan 2010 24:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Food handler certification offered at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jan/foodhandler.html Food service employees needing to meet state safety requirements can enroll in a Food Handler Certificate course offered Jan. 23 through the Corporate and Community Services at Antelope Valley College. Academics Wed, 6 Jan 2010 24:05:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Mind management strategy class to be held at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jan/mindmanagement.html A one-day class in "Mind Management Strategies" designed to help people attain what they want will be offered through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13 at the college's Palmdale Site, 1529 E. Palmdale Blvd. Academics Wed, 6 Jan 2010 21:15:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Yoga course offered at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jan/yoga.html A yoga course that applies Deepak Chopra's "The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success" will be held 5-6:15 p.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 12-Feb. 23 in Room FA4 186 at Antelope Valley College, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Academics Wed, 6 Jan 2010 21:15:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) The nation's Poet Laureate Kay Ryan speaks to a standing-room-only audience during a visit to AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jan/poet.html A standing-room only audience listened to Antelope Valley College alumni and the nation's poet laureate Kay Ryan share her poetry and respond to questions during a Dec. 8 visit to campus. Community Wed, 6 Jan 2010 17:35:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Experts to discuss religious terrorism at Jan. 12 AVC presentation http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jan/religious.html Two experts in religious terrorism will discuss "The Roots of Religious Terrorism" during a 6:30 p.m., Jan. 12 seminar at Antelope Valley College's Board Room, SSV 151, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Community Tue, 5 Jan 2010 21:47:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Sheriff's department takes over duties http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jan/police.html Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department deputies and security officers have started patrolling Antelope Valley College under a contract to serve as the campus police force that went into effect Jan. 1. Academics Mon, 4 Jan 2010 24:47:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Pharmacy tech training program offers information session http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jan/pharmtech.html An information session on a Pharmacy Technician Training program will be held 6 p.m., Friday, Jan. 22 in BE 245 (Business Education Building), Antelope Valley College, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Academics Mon, 4 Jan 2010 24:45:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Learn to sell on the world's largest online marketplace http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jan/ebay.html Learning to sell on eBay, the world's largest online marketplace, is the focus of an all-day workshop offered by Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Academics Mon, 4 Jan 2010 24:40:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) SAT-1 preparation workshop slated http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jan/sat1.html A series of four weekend workshops designed to improve the scores of college-bound students taking the SAT is being offered Jan. 8, 9, 16 and 22 through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Academics Mon, 4 Jan 2010 24:40:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Learn to relax through Reiki during the new year http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jan/reiki.html Reiki master Lynn Palmer will offer instruction in Reiki -- whose practitioners claim the practice leads to soothing, relaxing energy -- Jan. 8-9 at Antelope Valley College. Academics Mon, 4 Jan 2010 24:40:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Customer service training to start in January http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jan/customerserv.html Attitude, communication and conflict resolution will be among the topics covered in a series of customer service training courses offered through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services program beginning in January. Academics Mon, 4 Jan 2010 24:35:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Children's choir auditions to be held Jan. 11 http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jan/choir.html Auditions for children wanting to participate in the Antelope Valley Children's Choir will be held 5-7 p.m. Jan. 11 at the Antelope Valley College Music Building, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Academics Mon, 4 Jan 2010 24:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Woman accepts challenge to deal with basic skills needs http://www.avc.edu/news/2010/jan/basicskills.html An English as a second language (ESL) and developmental communications instructor with program management experience in complex organizations has been chosen to lead Antelope Valley College's efforts to equip students with the basic skills in English and math that they'll need to succeed. Academics Mon, 4 Jan 2010 24:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Nursing students graduate, receive pins http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/dec/nursinggrad.html Antelope Valley College is doing its part to combat California's critical shortage of nurses with 62 graduates receiving their nursing pins during a Dec. 13 ceremony at the Poppy Pavilion, Antelope Valley Fairgrounds, Lancaster. Academics Wed, 16 Dec 2009 23:20:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Campus to be closed Dec. 23-Jan. 3 http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/dec/constclose.html Students and members of the public will not be allowed on Antelope Valley College's Lancaster campus Dec. 23-Jan. 3 to enable construction crews to install a campus high voltage electrical system. Community Wed, 16 Dec 2009 23:15:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Choreographers and dancers wanted http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/dec/dancers.html Choreographers and dancers are invited to audition for Dance Dimensions 2010 to be held at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center May 21-22, 2010. Performing Arts Wed, 9 Dec 2009 21:40:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Customer service training to start in January http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/dec/custservice.html Attitude, communication and conflict resolution will be among the topics covered in a series of customer service training courses offered through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services program beginning in January. Academics Tue, 1 Dec 2009 21:40:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Five new members sought for oversight committee http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/nov/oversight.html Antelope Valley College is seeking community members interested in serving on its Citizens' Oversight Committee, with the responsibility of ensuring that local bond proceeds are spent according to their intended purposes. Business Mon, 30 Nov 2009 22:55:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Sheriff's deputies to start policing AVC campus http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/nov/deputies.html A week after a contracted security guard was attacked on the Antelope Valley College campus, college trustees on Monday unanimously approved a contract to have the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department provide police services for the campus starting Jan. 1, 2010. Business Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:50:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Nation's Poet Laureate to speak at AVC Dec. 8 http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/nov/poet.html The nation's Poet Laureate and Antelope Valley College graduate Kay Ryan will return to her alma mater to speak at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8 in the campus Cafeteria, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. The event is free and open to the public. Community Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:50:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC to host StoryFest Nov. 21 http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/nov/storyfest.html A celebration of the diversity of cultures as expressed through stories and folktales will be the focus of Antelope Valley College's inaugural StoryFest, 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21 at the Antelope Valley College Chorale Room, FA3-162, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Performing Arts Mon, 16 Nov 2009 25:05:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Free outdoor guitar performance at AVC Nov. 18 http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/nov/concert.html A guitar ensemble led by William Davila will perform an outdoor concert 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18 in the Library Plaza at Antelope Valley College, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Performing Arts Mon, 16 Nov 2009 25:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) "Judas" arrives in Antelope Valley http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/nov/judas.html The conflict between divine love and the existence of free will is examined in Antelope Valley College's Theatre Arts Department production of Stephen Adly Guirgis' 'The Last Days of Judas Iscariot' opening in the AVC Black Box Theatre 8 p.m. Nov. 13. Performing Arts Mon, 16 Nov 2009 25:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Class provides information on citizenship http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/nov/citizenship.html Immigrants interested in becoming United States citizens can enroll in a two-hour workshop offered through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Community Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:40:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Interactive workshop to bring out the best in full-figured women http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/nov/fullfigured.html An interactive workshop to assist full-figured women in finding the keys to a look that is both professional and attractive will be presented Nov. 14 by Antelope Valley College's Contact and Community Services Office. Community Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:35:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Food handler certification offered at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/nov/foodhandler.html Food service employees needing to meet state safety requirements can enroll in a Food Handler Certificate course offered Nov. 14 through the Corporate and Community Services at Antelope Valley College. Community Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:35:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC's preschool program open to the public http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/nov/preschool.html Antelope Valley College's Child Development Center is accepting applications for preschool children for 2010. Community Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:35:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Notary public training and exam offered at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/nov/notary.html People interested in working as notary publics can learn how to perform the job and prepare for a required state exam through 'Notary Public Workshop' offered 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14 through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Academics Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) SAT-1 preparation workshop slated http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/nov/sat.html A series of four Saturday workshops designed to improve the scores of college-bound students taking the SAT is being offered Nov. 7-21 and Dec. 5 through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Academics Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Learn to sell on the world's largest online marketplace http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/nov/ebay.html Learning to sell on eBay, the world's largest online marketplace, is the focus of an all-day workshop offered by Antelope Valley College's Contact and Community Services Office. Academics Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Chapel to be erected for John Cobb's solo exhibit, Nov. 16-21 http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/nov/johncobb.html A one-week exhibition of paintings by John Cobb ' as well as painting demonstrations and talks by the artist ' will be hosted by the Antelope Valley College Art Gallery Nov. 16-Nov. 21. Performing Arts Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC's "The Last Days of Judas Iscariot" opens in LA Oct. 23 http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/oct/judas.html The conflict between divine love and the existence of free will is examined in Antelope Valley College's Theatre Arts Department production of Stephen Adly Guirgis' "The Last Days of Judas Iscariot" opening in Los Angeles 8 p.m. Oct. 23 at the Veterans Center for the Performing Arts at Mortise & Tenon, 446 S. La Brea Ave. Performing Arts Mon, 19 Oct 2009 18:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Grand opening Friday for AVC horticulture building and other facilities http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/oct/horticultureopen.html The grand opening ceremony for Antelope Valley College's Environmental Horticulture Science and Facilities Services and Warehouse buildings will be held at 10 a.m. today at the Lancaster campus, 3041 W. Ave. K. Business Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Seminar to look at how to launch a law enforcement career http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/oct/law.html Anyone wanting to know how to pursue a career in law enforcement can enroll in a community education course, 'Prepare for a Career in Law Enforcement,' being held 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 17 at Antelope Valley College, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lncaster. Academics Thu, 15 Oct 2009 20:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Notary public training and exam offered at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/oct/notary.html People interested in working as notary publics can learn how to perform the job and prepare for a required state exam through 'Notary Public Workshop' offered 8 a.m.-4 p.m. this Saturday through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Academics Thu, 15 Oct 2009 20:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) SAT preparation workshop slated http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/oct/sat.html People can learn the tax and legal benefits of a living trust through a seminar 'The Living A series of four Saturday workshops designed to improve the scores of college-bound students taking the SAT is being offered Nov. 7-21 and Dec. 5 through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Academics Thu, 15 Oct 2009 20:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Living trust seminar this Friday http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/oct/livingtrust.html People can learn the tax and legal benefits of a living trust through a seminar 'The Living Trust' at 10 a.m. this Friday in Business Education Building room BE 246 at Antelope Valley College, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Academics Thu, 15 Oct 2009 20:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Grand opening Friday for AVC horticulture building and other facilities http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/oct/grandopening.html The public is invited to attend the grand opening of Antelope Valley College's Environmental Horticulture Science and Facilities Services and Warehouse buildings 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 16. The campus is at 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Business Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:20:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC announces changes to schedule, dates for intersession/spring http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/oct/registration.html Antelope Valley College students planning on enrolling for the intersession and spring terms that begin early next year will be directed to do more business online. Student Life Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:15:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Wrestling tag team and underground film director to appear at AVC screenings http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/oct/wrestledoc.html An inside look at the art, business and passion of professional wrestling will be offered to valley residents 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7 when the Antelope Valley College presents "Sound of the Body Slams: Wrestling in Documentary Film." Performing Arts Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:10:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Pro wrestlers show artistic side in groundbreaking exhibit at AVC Art Gallery http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/oct/wrestlerart.html A diverse group of artists united by their past careers in professional wrestling will be featured in an exhibit, "Beyond the Ring: The Art Careers of Professional Wrestlers," in the Antelope Valley College Art Gallery Oct. 26-Nov. 13. Performing Arts Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) NASA teams with Antelope Valley Symphony Orchestra and Master Chorale for out of world experience http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/oct/nasa.html The Antelope Valley Symphony Orchestra and Master Chorale will kick off its new season entitled "Musical Milestones" on Oct. 17 with a performance at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W. Lancaster Blvd., Lancaster. Performing Arts Tue, 06 Oct 2009 22:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Respiratory Care Program receives national accreditation http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/sep/respiratorycare.html One of Antelope Valley College's newest health care provider programs has received national accreditation. Academics Tue, 29 Sep 2009 16:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Concert Band to perform at AVC Oct. 5 http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/sep/concertband.html The Antelope Valley College Concert Band under the direction of Dr. Berkeley Price will present a free patriotic concert 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 5 in the college Cafeteria, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Performing Arts Thu, 24 Sep 2009 16:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Valley's largest job fair set for Oct. 7 http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/sep/jobfair.html Employers interested in participating in the Antelope Valley's largest job fair can still reserve space for Antelope Valley College's 14th Annual Fall Career Information and Job Fair to be held 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Oct. 7 at the Lancaster campus, 3041 W. Ave. K. Business Mon, 14 Sep 2009 23:45:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Class provides information on citizenship http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/sep/citizenshipclass.html Immigrants interested in becoming United States citizens can enroll in a two-hour class offered through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Academics Mon, 14 Sep 2009 23:45:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC awarded $20,000 grant for aircraft programs http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/sep/aircraftgrant.html A scope designed to test the integrity of composite materials used in aircraft is among the additions to Antelope Valley College's aeronautics programs following the award of a $20,000 grant from the California Community Foundation. Technical Education Mon, 14 Sep 2009 23:45:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC to host university and college representatives http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/sep/collegereps.html Students wanting to continue their education at a college, university or technical school will have the opportunity to meet with representatives from approximately 30 public and private institutions when Antelope Valley College hosts its annual Transfer Day 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 23. Academics Thu, 10 Sep 2009 23:45:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Faculty members hold benefit for "starving artists" http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/sep/artbenefit.html Members of the Antelope Valley College art faculty will host a benefit 6-9 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 24 in the campus Art Gallery to provide scholarships to art students. The gallery is located on the west side of campus, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Academics Tue, 8 Sep 2009 23:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Faculty Show to launch season at AVC Art Gallery http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/aug/gallery.html Artwork by Antelope Valley College faculty members will be featured in the campus Art Gallery when it opens for the new academic year Sept. 3. The gallery is located on the southwest side of the Lancaster campus, 3041 W. Ave. K. Academics Thu, 27 Aug 2009 15:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Construction closures announced http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/aug/construction.html Construction projects will create obstacles for students and employees trying to navigate the campus during the fall semester. Academics Fri, 21 Aug 2009 23:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Don't stress me out: Workshop to relieve stress offered Sept. 12 http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/aug/destressworkshop.html Proven techniques to reduce stress while at the same time improving concentration will be taught in a three-hour workshop 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 12 through Antelope Valley College's Contact and Community Services Office. Academics Fri, 21 Aug 2009 22:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Learn to sell on the world's largest online marketplace http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/aug/ebayworkshop.html Learning to sell on eBay, the world's largest online marketplace, is the focus of an all-day workshop offered by Antelope Valley College's Contact and Community Services Office. Academics Fri, 21 Aug 2009 22:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) California Guard Card course to be held at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/aug/guardcard.html An eight-hour training course to secure a California Guard Card will be conducted 6 p.m. Fridays, Sept. 11 and 18 by Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Academics Fri, 21 Aug 2009 22:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Manage and improve your credit through credit education workshop http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/aug/credit.html Improving your credit score, budgeting and preparing for home ownership are among the topics to be covered in a Credit Education Workshop 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 12. Academics Fri, 21 Aug 2009 22:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Notary public training and exam offered at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/aug/notary.html People interested in working as notary publics can learn how to perform the job and prepare for a required state exam through 'Notary Public Workshop' offered through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office. Academics Thu, 13 Aug 2009 24:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Mediator training program starts in September http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/aug/mediator.html A mediator training program to prepare people to work in a variety of business, community and legal situations will be held through Antelope Valley College's Corporate and Community Services Office beginning Sept. 12. Academics Thu, 13 Aug 2009 24:30:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Tai chi and kung fu courses offered at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/aug/martialarts.html Graduates of Antelope Valley College's Licensed Vocational Nursing (LVN) Program were presented nursing pins during a 3 p.m. ceremony August 8 at The Highlands in Palmdale. Academics Wed, 12 Aug 2009 23:45:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) LVN class to get nursing pins http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/aug/lvnpinning.html Graduates of Antelope Valley College's Licensed Vocational Nursing (LVN) Program were presented nursing pins during a 3 p.m. ceremony August 8 at The Highlands in Palmdale. Academics Wed, 12 Aug 2009 16:45:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Budget signed, more problems on horizon http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/jul/budgetsigned.html Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger on July 28 signed a revised 2009-10 state budget that reduces community college funding by more than $680 million and could cut enrollment by 250,000 students. Preliminary figures show AVC's state funding would be cut approximately $4.56 million. Business Wed, 29 Jul 2009 24:10:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC considers contract by sheriff's department to police campus http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/jul/lasd.html Sheriff's deputies could become the new campus police force at Antelope Valley College this fall under proposals outlined for college trustees during Monday night's board meeting. Business Thu, 16 Jul 2009 18:20:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC expects to reduce 350-400 courses over 2009-10 academic year http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/jul/budget.html Antelope Valley College students continue to experience fallout from the state's budget crisis with planned reductions in the number of courses in addition to 30 percent fee hikes mandated by the state. Business Thu, 16 Jul 2009 18:20:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC student gets full-ride scholarship to Holy Names University http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/may/scholarship.html Antelope Valley College student Harley Haynes Jr. signed a letter of intent to play basketball for Holy Names University in Oakland starting fall 2009. Athletics Thu, 28 May 2009 22:01:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) AVC looks at timeline for Palmdale campus http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/may/timeline.html State funding for a community college campus in Palmdale could be available by mid-2013 under a timeline unveiled during a recent public forum held on the Antelope Valley College campus in Lancaster. College Affairs Tue, 26 May 2009 22:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Librarian named to college's top faculty honor http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/may/tophonor.html If you're afraid of computers, get out now. That was the message delivered to Carolyn Burrell as a graduate student in the library science program at the University of California, Los Angeles 30 years ago. It was the outset of the "computer revolution." Personal computers were an oddity. Yet educators could see a day when those computers would be to the modern world what the invention of movable type printing was to the world in the 1400s. That embrace of computer technology has secured a place in Antelope Valley College's own history for Burrell as she was named today to the college's highest honor, Scholar in Residence for 2009-10. Academics Thu, 21 May 2009 22:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Arizona man hired to lead human resources at AVC http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/may/vpofhr.html An Arizona man with more than a decade of personnel experience has been hired as vice president of human resources at Antelope Valley College. College Affairs Tue, 12 May 2009 18:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Math prof has found formula for student success http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/may/nabeel.html In the decades old battle to help students overcome their dread of math, Antelope Valley College Professor Nabeel Atique thinks he's found a winning formula. Academics Mon, 11 May 2009 18:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Beegie Marie Ebersbacher http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/may/beegie.html Looking back on the last 20 years of her life, Beegie Ebersbacher can point to a few life-changing moments. Alumni Tue, 05 May 2009 18:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer) Survival backpacking seminar slated http://www.avc.edu/news/2009/may/survival.html Wilderness specialist Lee Bergthold will lead a survival backpacking seminar 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday, May 17 at Antelope Valley College's Board Room, Student Services Building Room 151, 3041 W. Ave. K, Lancaster. Events Tue, 05 May 2009 18:00:00 PST sstanderfer@avc.edu (Steve Standerfer)