June 2009
ZAP Camp Building My Future III
ZAP Camp BMF III enrolled 26 students from Jackson and Coon Rapids middle school. Five of the twenty-six students were Camp Leaders because of their participation in camp for the past two years and being in ninth grade. The curriculum was designed by and taught by higher education instructors.
Each week during June 15 -26, students attended classes, developed hands-on projects, socialized with peers, discussed college aspirations and attended career related field trips. Research shows that access to college and experiential learning opportunities increases the likelihood that adolescents will pursue a college education and make a larger contribution to the community and society. The camp concluded on June 26 with an Andover YMCA sponsored field trip to Lake George and closing ceremony.
Special thanks to all ZAP Camp sponsors: Anoka Technical College, MnCEME, Andover YMCA, Burger King, Coborns, COSTCO, Cub Foods, Cummins Corporation, Jimmy John’s, McDonald’s, Pizza Hut, Rainbow Foods, Sarpino’s Pizza and Target.
May 2009
Fit for Finals
The Andover YMCA Community Center hosted Fit for Finals, five days of healthy lifestyle demonstrations on campus for students, faculty and staff. During the week, the Andover facilitators demonstrated fitness yoga, pilates, meditation and stretching/foam rolling workout exercises.
February 2009
I HAVE A DREAM • Poster Contest
In recognition and celebration of Black History Month, students and staff at Anoka Technical College are asked to design an artistic poster that expresses their dreams about the past, present or the future. Artists can draw or paint a picture, create a collage or write an essay or poem that depicts their dream.
Entries will be evaluated on the basis of originality, suitability, technique and overall appeal using the overarching theme “I Have a Dream."
Entry forms and posters will be available from February 2-13. However, all posters must be turned in to the MSC by 1 p.m. on February 27, 2009. You are more than welcome to submit posters early but no late entries will be accepted.
The following prizes will be distributed to the first, second and third place winners in March:
STUDENTS DEPARTMENTS/PROGRAMS
$100 Visa Card Sarpino’s pizza party
$75 Walmart gift card Caribou breakfast party
$50 SA gas card Fresh Stop Café Coupons
January 2009
History was made on January 20 around the world, on the local, national and international level. The first African
American (biracial/bicultural) Barack Obama, was inaugurated as the 44th President of the United States.
The Multicultural Student Center sponsored an Inauguration viewing for the college campus. The Student Senate and cabinet members donated refreshments for students and employees to enjoy while witnessing history.
November 2008
In honor of National American Indian Heritage month Larry Yazzie was back by popular demand!
Mr. Yazzie is the producer and founder of Native Pride Productions. He is a national champion Native American dancer. Over seventy five lucky viewers were there when he performed 'Dancing Through Life".
October 2008
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Awareness month (Sept 15 - Oct 15), Monday October 13 at 3:00 p.m. in Auditorium B, the MSC presented local theater group Teatro del Pueblo performing their original play Vote for Pedro. The play is a multimedia comedy based on the characters and the story line from the Hollywood blockbuster movie Napoleon Dynamite. The play teaches audiences about Hispanic Heritage in the United States.
In honor of October being Disability Awareness Month on October 3, 2008 the MSC brought the Courage Center on campus for an open presentation about Disabilities Etiquette. Sara Sundeen shared her expertise with students and staff in a thirty minute overview on the prevalence of disability, the importance of diversity in the workplace and how accommodations benefit everyone.
Paying Attention to ADD in College
Defining attention deficit disorder (ADD), explaining how it is diagnosed and how it is treated are just some of the interests Dr. Gary Johnson addressed during his community presentation
Paying Attention to ADD in College. on Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2008. Dr. Johnson of the Loring Family Clinic for Attention Learning and Memory (CALM) was on campus to talk about the history of ADD how it is diagnosed and treated, as well as how to transition and prepare people with ADD into college. Dr. Johnson outlined some strategies for creating an environment that promotes success for students with ADD. Over 80 people attended this free community presentation. The event was sponsored by the Anoka Technical College Office of Disabilities and the Multicultural Student Center.
April 2008
In April of 2008 the Multicultural Student Center partnered with Student Senate to bring a Spring Dinner to students, staff and faculty of ATC. The Dinner was open to all during the lunch hour in the Student Center and foods from various ethnicities were served. Everyone attended also received a T-shirt in celebration of the Anoka Technical College’s 40th Anniversary.
February 2008
In February of 2008 The Multicultural Student Center hosted an open forum with presenter Miamen Z.Z. Wopea. Miamen Z.Z. Wopea is a cross-cultural training consultant that discussed the history of Liberia and the differences in Liberian and American culture. He also shared some of the challenges Liberians face in America as well as the history of religions, food, language and cultural barriers. Attendees received a free lunch.
January 2008
Mixed Blood Theater presented Dr. King's Dream. Dr King’
s Dream is a solo performance that movingly chronicles King's career from its beginning during the Montgomery bus strike to his death in Memphis. It captures all of the dignity, courage, devotion, and humanity of a unique American leader. For more information on Mixed Blood Theater and Dr. King's Dream visit www.mixedblood.com
November 2007
L
arry Yazzie producer of Native Pride Productions performed and spoke for students and staff on the "Untold Story of Thanksgiving." He shared his unique experiences and gave an excellent dance performance engaging the ATC community.
For more information or current performance please visit Larry Yazzie at www.appserv.mnstate.edu/gooding/
October 2007
In October of 2007 the MSC showed the movie Crash. This compelling urban thriller tracks volatile intersection of a multiethnic cast of characters struggling to overcome their fears as they careen in and out of one another’s lives. In the gray area between black and white, victim and aggressor, during the next 36 hours, they will all collide.
September 2007
In September 2007 the MSC showed the movie Color of Fear. The Color of Fear is an insightful, groundbreaking film about eh state of race relations in America as seen through the eyes of eight North American Men of Asian, European, Latino and African descent. In a series of intelligent, emotional and dramatic confrontations the men reveal the pain and scars that racism has caused them. What emerges is a deeper sense of understanding and trust. This is the dialogue most of us fear, but hope will happen sometime in our lifetime
