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Career Counseling Now Available

New Support Services

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In addition to resume writing and interviewing skills workshops, Foothill now offers career counseling services. This fall, you can take advantage of career-oriented counseling, support, assessment test interpretation and guidance services.

Simply enroll in the three-unit CRLP 70: Self-Assessment course - offered on campus and online—or make a one-on-one appointment with Foothill College Career Counselor Sandi Urabe.

Urabe has been providing career counseling and coaching for more than 25 years. Her specialty is working with adults who are making career transitions or re-entering college and the labor market.

Foothill counselors also provide students with academic and personal advising. For registration instructions, access www.foothillcollege.org or call (650) 949-7325.

Jon Nakamatsu Benefit Recital is June 23, 2002

Tickets on Sale Nov. 1

Foothill College alumnus Jon Nakamatsu, winner of the 1997 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, returns to his alma mater for a benefit recital Sunday, June 23, at 3:30 p.m. in the Smithwick Theater. Proceeds will benefit fine arts programs at Foothill College.

Tickets go on sale Nov. 1. Gold Circle Tickets are available for $125 each and include an après concert reception with the artist, preferred seating and free parking. To purchase tickets, call (650) 948-4444.

Grow a Vital Small Business

Seminars Show You How

Get the information you need to make your new or existing small business thrive by enrolling in a variety of Small Business Management courses offered at the Foothill College Middlefield Campus in Palo Alto.

Fall courses that meet Thursdays from 6 to 9 p.m. include Starting a Small Business, Sept. 27 through Oct. 18; How to Start a Home-Based Business, Nov. 29 and Dec. 6; and Small Business Marketing Research & Planning, Oct. 25 through Nov. 15. In addition, the Small Business Import & Export class meets Mondays, Sept. 24 through Dec. 10, from 6 to 9 p.m. For registration instructions, access www.foothillcollege.org or call (650) 949-7325.

Parent Orientation is Tuesday, Sept. 18.

Parents of new and prospective students are invited to attend Foothill Parent Orientation Tuesday, Sept. 18, from 6 to 8 p.m. in Room 1501. Foothill faculty, students and staff will discuss the college’s academic programs and on-campus support services that lead to graduation, university transfer and career goals.

“Parents play a critical role in promoting the personal development and academic success of their children during the college years. We offer this convenient orientation to help parents as they support and encourage their students to make the transition to college life,” says Foothill Vice President of Student Development Rose Myers. Admission is free and a light supper will be served. Parking Lot 1 provides easy access to Room 1501. For information, call (650) 949-7668.

Make the Most of Your Photos

Ideal for Digital or Traditional Photographers

Learn to take better photos and get the most out of your camera by enrolling in the new PHOT 5: Introduction to Photographic Expression course at Foothill. This three-unit class is ideal for both the digital photographer as well as the traditional photographer.

“Understanding the technical and aesthetic aspects of photography is our goal in this class. You can expect significant improvement in your images and in your ability to capture memorable photos,” says Photography Instructor Kate Jordahl.

This is a fun and fascinating, hands-on introduction to photography. The class covers everything from basic principles to the philosophies and practices of some of the world’s best photographers, all in a supportive environment that encourages the sharing of art and ideas.

“I love sharing my joy of photography with new students. It’s so exciting to see their growth and enjoyment,” Jordahl says. Photography is an art form that allows everyone to be creative. I feel privileged to be part of the process of helping students feel comfortable with their cameras and express their ideas through photography.”

An instructor at Foothill since 1997, Jordahl is an accomplished photographer who exhibits nationally and internationally, and has work in many collections, including Yosemite Museum and the Bibliothéque National de France. For registration instructions, access www.foothillcollege.org or call (650) 949-7325.