PACE IS THE OFFICIAL VOICE

TO CSI’S NON-TEACHING,

NON-ADMINISTRATIVE

EMPLOYEES.

AT THE WATER COOLER.

LEARN ABOUT YOUR

FELLOW EMPLOYEE…..2

NEW FACES ON CAMPUS.

SEE WHO’S NEW AND

WHERE THEY WORK, AND

MAKE SURE TO SAY HI

WHEN YOU MEET THEM….7 PACE News Every professional and classified employee, both full- and part-time, is

automatically a member of PACE. PACE is a wonderful opportunity for

our classified and professional employees to get together, network

and stay “in the know” about things going on at CSI. If you want to be

involved contact your building rep; you can find who they are here:

http://pace.csi.edu/representatives.asp

Administrative Corner Kevin Mark Chief Technology Officer

You may be familiar with the adage, “My work does not define me.” I appreciate the sentiments of

this statement. After all, why would we want to be defined by our work? It seems so…ugh, and yet,

the work we do is quite often an accurate expression of that which defines our core identity – our

values, ethics, priorities, natural tendencies, character, leadership traits, aspirations, inspirations, and

so forth. If this is correct, maybe a more appropriate phrase we can consider is, “My work reveals

what defines me.”

Although I like the revised phrase better, talking about work, let alone writing about it, isn’t what

comes to mind for Pulitzer prize-type content. I’d much rather talk about fly fishing, fishing with flies,

probably not flies themselves, Minecraft (did you know you can catch fish in Minecraft?)…

backpacking. Still, doing so gives background about the scope and scale of prior challenges that

prepared me to step into this role.

Much of my professional background is in strategy consulting, IT operations, enterprise architecture, systems engineering, and project

management. Over the years I personally administered hundreds of server systems, as many databases, and thousands of desktop systems.

I also managed millions of dollars in enterprise-wide transformational programs, developed award-winning digital capabilities, and led

large engineering and architecture teams to solve highly complex business problems. I specialize in connecting people through digital

encounters that foster deep-meaning interactions and highly relational experiences. For instance, I helped develop a distance learning

program enabling quarantined terminal patients to attend their classes at school virtually using 360-degree HD web cameras. I spent two

years developing a conceptual gamified health engagement program with sensor tracking devices for children battling chronic disease. I

also developed and managed a community youth innovation pilot program emphasizing skills in immersive storytelling using quest-based

learning behaviors and techniques with game development, toy design, and 3-D modeling for Minecraft and LEGOs.

I’m grateful for the opportunities I have had to be successful and for the many lessons learned from messing up and failing miserably. I

could list more projects describing my success, but at the end of the day, technology is about people – it’s invented by people, it’s made

for people, and it’s consumed by people. It may sound a bit corny, but I believe that the primary role of CSI’s IT Department is to help

people. More specifically, IT exists to help people do things better, faster, safer, and cheaper (digitally speaking, of course). We are not

just here to install a bunch of software and hardware, although we can, we will, and we do. But those activities are not what make us

valuable to CSI. Our value stems from how effective we are at connecting people to the right technologies and in the right way to enable

you to accomplish great things that are less likely to occur without technology.

Like I said, not Pulitzer material…but hopefully you feel like you know me a little more. If anything, you now know that you can fish in

Minecraft! Until we meet in person, connect with me online or legally stalk me on Linked In (http://linkedin.com/in/kevinmark) and

Twitter (http://twitter.com/zKDM).

Onward and upward!

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Refugee Center

I love my job, I work at the CSI Refugee Center. I have worked at the College of Southern Idaho for four years. CSI has provided me with an opportunity to work and grow with our diverse population. Here at the Refugee Center we work as a great team to accomplish our goal which is to really help the refugees. Every day I work with refugees from different parts of the world many who have suffered so much in their life and they come looking for a change. My job duties include: airport pick up, housing, housing orientations, community orientations, home visits, and so much more. I enjoy working with people from different parts of the world. It is very interesting to learn about

their culture and values. Not surprisingly, we have many things in common. CSI has made important changes in the lives of so many people and I hope we will continue to do so. Since I am not on campus, I do not interact with a lot of employees but on some occasions I get to meet other employees at the business office when I take the refugees. But you would more likely meet me at the airport at night around 11pm. My desire to make change in the lives of people

days and nights to make sure that our families are safe and their basic needs are met. In the future, I look forward to more work with CSI Refugee

Programs. I think acceptance of others and appreciation of what we have will make our world a better place to live. If I have extra time, I would like to volunteer for the community. This country has provided me with a lot of opportunities and possibilities. I feel like I have to give back to this country.

At the Water Cooler

Chandra’s ‘pet peeve’:

People who are mean to animals

Chandra’s Hobbies:

Camping, fishing, movie nights

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At the Water Cooler you’ll meet other CSI employees and get to

know them better. Meet Chandra Upreti from the Refugee Center.

Chandra Upreti

Reception &

Placement Case Manager

Help Chart the Future of CSI The CSI Strategic Planning Survey is Open! Open until October 9th

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Are you interested in helping chart the future of the College of Southern Idaho? Do you want

to make sure your voice is heard during the planning process? Then make sure you take time to

participate in the CSI Strategic Planning Survey that is currently open! The college’s new strategic

plan will serve as a roadmap as CSI moves into the next five years and be-

yond. It will set our priorities as an institution, will help form strategies to

meet those priorities, and will be used to measure our progress toward ful-

filling our mission as a community college.

The survey has nine questions, most of which are open ended. You can

spend as much time as you like filling it out but, in most cases, you should

be able to complete it in less than 15 minutes. Please set aside some time

between now and the time the survey closes on October 9, 2015, to make

sure that your voice is heard. You can access the survey at this link:

http://survey.csi.edu/TakeSurvey.aspx?SurveyID=98KH8ll5

Once the survey wraps up, the Office of Institutional Effectiveness will compile the results and

post them on the CSI website. The results will then be analyzed by the CSI Strategic Planning

Steering Committee. This group is charged with using the results, along with other institutional

and external data, to craft the strategic plan. The committee is made up of a wide range of em-

ployees from across campus. PACE is well represented by Shonna Parsons (Professional Staff

Representative) and Ansina Durham (Classified Staff Representative). You can see a full list of the

committee here:

http://planning.csi.edu/planning/committee.asp

As the college strives to meet demands to be more accountable and transparent, the strategic plan-

ning process is more important than ever. Our strategic plan aids us in defining our mission as a

college and also serves as a tool for measuring fulfillment of that mission. Defining our mission

and measuring fulfillment are critical components of our regional accreditation process. Most im-

portantly, a good strategic plan will help us be more accountable to ourselves. A well-crafted plan

will allow us to clearly define what we want to accomplish, how we

plan to accomplish that, and how we will measure our own success.

The first step to all of this is gathering the right input from the right

people at the start, which is why your participation is so vital! Let

me thank you in advance for taking the time to participate in this im-

portant process. Feel free to contact me in the Office of Institutional

Effectiveness at cbragg@csi.edu or 208-732-6775 with any ques-

tions or comments that you have!

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Dates and Steps for the Employee of the Year process:

October 1, 2015 at 8:00 AM - October 15, 2015 at 5:00 PM is the nominating window.

November 6, 2015 at 5:00 PM is the deadline for submitting THREE letters of support

THREE Letters of support:

Each letter must be between 50 and 500 words.

Letters can come from any source inside or outside of the college, including

Emeritus faculty.

Criteria is based on the employee's work at CSI.

Letter needs to address their CARING, COMMITMENT, INTEGRITY,

PROFESSIONALISM AND KNOWLEDGE.

In the case of multiple nominations, the Chairperson of the Employee of the Year

Committee will contact the nominators to co-ordinate efforts in submitting THREE letters

of support per Nominee.

This is your opportunity to recognize a fellow employee who has made

a difference. Nominate that co-worker for

This award was established in 2002 to recognize outstanding

performance by classified and professional employees of the

College of Southern Idaho. The individuals who receive it have

exemplified exceptional levels of work performance and displayed high

regard toward their fellow employees, their job responsibilities, and the

College of Southern Idaho. One professional and one classified

employee will be selected for this award.

Nomination Form Link

http://pace.csi.edu/nomination_eoy.asp

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Fall General Session Tuesday ● Oct 20 ● Taylor 277

Breakfast Begins @ 8:15 Speakers: President Jeff Fox

Crystal Ayers “What is Micro-Messaging” And so much more is planned for this morning!!

Tuesday Training Events:

1:00-1:45 Tech Talk with RD Van Noy & Ed Ditlefsen Canyon 123 Learn about Google Voice 2:00-2:45 Tour the ATI Center with Kyle Brown Meet in the ATIC lobby

Wednesday Training Events:

9:00-Noon CPR/First Aid HSHS 160 You MUST RSVP to Rae Jean Larsen rlarsen@csi.edu 732-6701 10:00-10:30 Get MOOvin’ Workshop with Jaime Tigue Shields 102 Tips, Tricks & Tools that will help us Get Up and Get Moovin' and will provide a focus on standing instead of sitting at our desks and the benefits to doing so. 10:30-?? Capture the Flag Game with John Twiss Outdoors TBA Inside at the Student Rec Center Basketball Court if weather requires. “Remember how fun that game was!!”

More Training Events

Door

Prizes!!

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Thursday Training Events: 2:00-2:30 Get MOOvin’ Workshop with Jaime Tigue Shields 102 MORE Tips, & Tools to be more active during work time 2:30-?? Capture the Flag Game with John Twiss Outdoors TBA Capture the Flag is an outdoor game where two teams each have a flag and the object is to capture the other team's flag. Enemy players can be tagged" (we will use flag football belts to keep everyone honest) by players in their home territory; these players are “in jail” until a member of their team rescues them by tagging them while in jail. Inside at the Student Rec Center Basketball Court if weather requires. “Remember how fun this game was!!”

Friday Training Events 2:00-3:00 Speed Meet and Refreshments at the Herrett Center Library. There are many new faces on campus! We are hoping for a group of 24 participants to spend 30 minutes with us putting faces to all of those new names we hear about in our emails. Whether you are new or you’ve been here awhile, we invite all of you to join in the fun for a 30 minute Speed Meet session. 3:00-3:45 Herrett Center Show Led Zeppelin) Calling all Zeppelin Fans…come spend 45 min or so with your fellow fans for a psychedelic, 3-D/motion odyssey through Led Zeppelin's catalog of rock classics, including "D'yer Mak'er," "Immigrant Song," "Black Dog," "Kashmir," "Ramble On," "Over the Hills and Far Away," "Whole Lotta Love," and more. It’s a fulldome audio-visual extravaganza!

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CSI Introduces Canvas – Our New Online Classroom System Have you heard the news? There’s a big change coming

to the online experience for CSI’s faculty and students,

and its name is Canvas.

Canvas is a Learning Management System (LMS) – essentially an online class-room system – that is set to replace Blackboard Learn. Blackboard has been CSI’s official LMS for the last 15 years and it has served us well during that time. However, it has experienced some difficult challenges and stability issues over the last few years so that faculty, students, and IT decided it was time to evaluate other options.

The decision was not made lightly. When Blackboard was launched at CSI in 2000, it started out as a small pilot with just a handful of courses. By Fall 2014, we had over 640 courses using Blackboard each semester. CSI has made significant investments in Blackboard, but after a decade and a half, we thought it might be time for something new.

The evaluation of alternative solutions was performed by a committee of faculty and staff from two dif-ferent technology committees, along with representatives from IT and the student body. A Request for Proposal (RFP) was published, and once the candidate vendors were evaluated, both the Faculty Sen-ate and the Student Senate voted to support the committee’s recommendation before it was presented to the Board of Trustees for approval in May 2015.

Over the summer, IT worked with Canvas to get up and running, and approximately 40 faculty began building their courses to pilot the system during the Fall semester. We’re in the middle of that pilot now, learning the software, discovering the unexpected gems and hidden ‘gotchas’, and defining best prac-tices.

For Spring 2016, all faculty will be encouraged to opt-in to Canvas, though they will still be able to use Blackboard if desired. By Summer 2016, Canvas will become the default solution and only those facul-ty who have a specific reason to opt-out will be able to use Blackboard. Our Blackboard license expires in September 2016, so by the start of Fall 2016, all courses MUST be on Canvas and Blackboard will be completely turned off.

The response to Canvas so far has been overwhelmingly positive, though that does not mean it’s a perfect system. We recognize that Canvas does not have quite the same robustness in its features as Blackboard, but the instructors and students who are piloting it this semester have returned glowing feedback. Many students have said they can’t wait until all their courses are in Canvas.

Through the rest of fall, we will offer training seminars and hands-on sessions for faculty to learn how to build their courses in Canvas in time for spring. The instructors in our pilot group will act as mentors and guides to their coworkers, and IT is looking into additional ways to provide training. Similarly, stu-dent clubs and organizations that currently use Blackboard will also begin to move to Canvas this spring. Overall, we have been very pleased with Canvas and are optimistic about the experience it will provide our faculty and students. If you have any questions about how you might use Canvas in your depart-ment or how it might affect your operations, please don’t hesitate to contact IT.

Aaron Anderson

Aaron Anderson, Replacing Chris McMillian Assistant Coach, Men's Basketball Gym 223, 6496 Aaron Anderson just finished his first year with Golden Eagles of CSI as a volunteer assistant. He was part of a team that started off with 25 straight wins and finished the year off 31-3. The team spent most of the year as a top 3 team in the NJCAA poll and finished the season by earning a 3 seed at the national tournament. They also finished as a NJCAA all-academic team placing seventh highest GPA in the country for men’s basketball. Before his time at CSI he spent four years serving with the Gonzaga University Men’s Basketball Program as an Administration Assistant. He has been part of 4 NCAA tournament births and a first ever Number 1 seed for the Bulldogs in the NCAA tournament. Also a number 1 rankings in both NCAA polls for Division 1. The native of Pontiac, Ill., graduated from Pontiac Township High, lettering four years in basketball. He was All-State honorable mention as a senior. He lettered four years at University of Illinois at Springfield, an NAIA school while being part of the school’s first two trips the NAIA national championship tournament. He graduated with degrees in accounting and business administration. He graduated with his master’s degree in Sport and Athletic Administration at Gonzaga and spent one year as a graduate assistant with the team.

Lots of New Faces on Campus

Brittany Eggleston

Brittany Eggleston, replacing Scott Hawk Custodian

McManaman, ext 6600

Hello, everyone. My name is Brittney Eggleston. I am currently working for Maintenance. I am excited to start this new adventure. I have two kiddos and an awesome husband. We love riding motorbikes and traveling. I love animals, and

I have recently adopted two crazy kitties Boots and Cheddar. I already love them, and they complete our family. Thanks for the opportunity to join

the family.

Brianna Straub Brianna Straub, replacing Joyce Unger Lead Teacher, E.C.E Early Learning Center, ext. 6645 My name is Bri and I am excited to be a lead teacher at the Early Learning Center. I am 22 years old and have lived in Twin Falls Idaho my whole life. I have been in a relationship with my significant other for 7 years now, yes High School sweet hearts. I have been majoring in Early Childhood Education for 2 years and continuing. I love the program here at CSI, it is very hands on

activities I love to do are be outside hiking, walking, biking, and any water

reliever.

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Bryan Wittine Bryan Wittine, New Position Collision Repair Tech Lab Assistant, Trade and Industrial Education Canyon 126, ext. 6331

everyone in this new position. I am a 2015 Graduate of the Collision Repair Program here

Chassis Fabrication and Business Management. Although my family has lived in Twin Falls for over a decade, this is my 2nd year in the valley. I have a passion for automotive restoration, and an interest in all things mechanical. I stay busy with numerous projects, whether around the house or in the garage. I enjoy spending any spare time outdoors with my rescue dog, Jäger.

Ciera Garechana Ciera Garechana, Restructured Position HR Specialist, Taylor 123, Ext. 6271

Management with a Human Resource emphasis. I have worked in a variety of disciplines including hydrology and recreation before finding my passion in Human Resources. I was born and raised in little Salmon ID, and am new to the Magic Valley. I have a playful cat named Poundcake who you just might see biking around town with me. I look forward to working with all the great people here at CSI!

Crystal Padron

Crystal Padron Transition Coordinator, Instruction & Academic Affairs

Taylor 250, ext: 6219

I am Crystal Padron and I am from Heyburn, ID. I was born and raised in Idaho, where I also graduated in 2004 from the Burley High school. After graduating I moved to South Texas. I am the first person in my family to attend college. I received my Associate Degree from South Texas College and my Bachelor Degree from the University of Pan American. A few months after I graduated I decided to move back to Idaho where all my family was living. During my spare time I enjoy scrapbooking,

my career with the College of Southern Idaho.

Fernando Valdez Fernando Valdez Transition Coordinator, Instructional & Academic Affairs Taylor 250, ext 6219 Hello my name is Fernando Valdez. I was born and raised in Idaho. I really enjoy being outdoors and being around my family. Currently I find myself kayaking the Snake River almost every other day. I feel very blessed to live in the Magic Valley. My biggest passion is to see young adults succeed in their education. I feel so happy to be part of the CSI family.

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Ella Johnson Ella Johnson, Replacing Marjorie Bernier Student Services Specialist, Information Technology Education Canyon 105, ext: 6301 My name is Ella Johnson and I work over in the Canyon Building as a Student Services Specialist. I am from Mackay, Idaho. I was raised on a ranch and loved it. I have some cattle of my own that my mother still manages to this day and I have four horses that I love dearly. I am definitely an animal person. I graduated from Mackay and started college at CSI where I graduated with four associate degrees Biology

Health Care Emphasis, Sociology, Psychology, and Social Work. I have been an ASCSI Student Senator for Public Relations, a member and Vice President of the Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society group on campus. Last year I was able to intern with the CSI Foundation and learned a lot from all the ladies there. I interned at the Head Start Twin Falls Center and was able to become a part-time employee for Head Start in November. I loved CSI so much that I started applying for full-time positions at the main campus and here I am. I have made so many wonder friends at this college I really wanted to become a part of the family. I am truly blessed and happy to get this opportunity and I look forward to getting to know all of you at CSI.

Jodie Bridges

Jodie Bridges, New Positon Kindergarten Lab Coordinator, Early Learning Center

My name is Jodie Bridges and I am the Early Childhood Lab Coordinator for the new kindergarten lab! I am very excited to start teaching here! I grew up traveling across the United States with my family, and settled in Idaho about nine years ago. In all my traveling, I never thought that Idaho would be where I would end up and that I wouldn't regret it for a moment. I love it here. I attended CSI shortly after moving here, and graduated with my Associate's in Early Childhood Education. I learned so much through the program here, and am excited to now be a part of that team. That is, a team that cares so much about what they do and are dedicated to doing the best work they can. I have my bachelor's through ISU in Early Childhood Education, and I have taught for two years in public schools. year to begin!

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Dr. Jacqueline “Jackie” Throngard

Office Manager, Restructured Positon, Idaho Star Joining the Idaho STAR Program to promote motorcycle safety in Idaho makes me feel enthusiastic! I am a recent graduate from Idaho State University where I received my Ed.D. in Leadership and Administration in August 2014. I am a huge fan of non-profits and programs that promote advancement for Idaho. I am thrilled to join a very talented and fun group of individuals in the promotion of motorcycle safety. I am looking forward to being part of a great team and learning how

to ride a motorcycle (my first attempt was not so great). I am an active member of the Order of the Eastern Star, where we focus on charity and helping those in the community. I am an admirer and collector of British roadsters and belong to the Idaho British Car Club. I look forward to working with you. Cheers!

Kelli Bolta

Kelli Bolta, replacing Renee Turner Administrative Assistant Taylor 256 B, ext. 6219

I am very excited to join the CSI family as an Administrative Assistant for the Instructional and Academic Affairs Department. Originally from Southern California, I recently moved to Jerome in July. I am loving everything the Magic Valley has to offer. Prior to my move, I worked for the Riverside County DPSS as the Office Support Supervisor for the Special Investigations Unit. I am also an avid crafter and enjoy selling my hand painted gourds and ornaments at local craft shows.

Janea Triplett-Newell Janea Triplett-Newell Instructional Designer, New Position Instructional and Academic Affairs Ext. 6324

I was born into a teaching family in northern California. My father and mother were teachers. My four siblings are K-12 educators. And as much as I try to resist the family business, my destiny is education (even taught my cat how to sit). After high school, I moved to the Midwest for a change of scenery. At Iowa

State University, I was an administrative assistant, web designer, and then full-time student. After graduating, my husband and I moved to Oklahoma where I taught in the College of Business at the University of Oklahoma. I'm happy to now find my feet in Twin Falls! The common thread of all these

researching best practices in assessment or writing learning outcomes, I love to ride motorbikes with my husband and take community art classes.

Kathy Muscat

Program Improvement Coordinator (Restructured), ABE

GRM/ADC 228, ext. 6546 After a 25-year career in K-12 public education, I began working part-time in the Adult Basic Education program in 2013. CSI is such a progressive institution and I believe our Student Success Initiative will improve already strong student services. ABE has a pivotal role to play in the initiative, and I am excited to be part of this effort. I have lived in the Magic Valley for over 30 years. My father was in the military and my family had the opportunity to live a number of places and experience cultures around the world. After retiring, he settled us in Twin Falls. Idaho State University, earning a degree in Political Science and a secondary education credential in 1988. I earned an M.Ed. in School and Community Counseling in 1992, followed by a K-12 Administrative endorsement in 1994. My husband, Clark, and I have been married for 23 years and reside in Jerome County. We love to travel, garden, and golf. I am also an enthusiastic knitter and am happy to share my knowledge, so drop by and bring your needles.

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Kay Zin Cresswell Kay Zin Cresswell, replacing Randy Berriochoa Instructor, Math/Computer Science Shields 206-D, Ext. 6882 I am originally from Burma. I came to Twin Falls, Idaho as an international student to study Mathematics and Computer Science at the College of Southern Idaho. After finishing at CSI, I continued to study at Idaho State University to get my bachelor degree. I am finished with all my course work for my Master degree and am excited to get my degree this year. During my college years, I worked in the Math lab and tutoring centers for the Mathematics Department at CSI and ISU. I enjoyed teaching because of

the hard work and helping others find success. As a graduate student, I taught part time for the ABE department. I worked as an administration intern at Canyon Ridge last year. During the summer, I taught the refugee summer school program and adult ESL classes for Burmese. I live in Twin Falls, Idaho with my husband and two daughters who love to be involved in lots of activities. I enjoy traveling, reading updates on technology, involving in multicultural activities, and spending time with my family.

Keith Quatraro

International Student Services Coordinator (Renamed & Structured) Taylor/Matrix, ext. 6383 My name is Keith Quatraro and I am the new International Student Services Coordinator. I am a passionate international educator who is excited to join the dedicated staff at CSI and begin working with our growing international student body. I graduated from Montana State University (MSU) with a

Plenty Teaching Program in New Zealand. Shortly after graduating I taught English in Japan for one year. More recently, I served as a Health Education Volunteer with the Peace Corps in Tanzania. I worked with Tanzanian teachers to organize and facilitate an on-going series of one-day seminars addressing HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention in the local primary and

The School for International Training (S.I.T.) based in Vermont. My wife and I are new to Twin Falls and are eager to explore the area, get to know the community, and make new friends. I look forward to meeting and working with everyone!

Maritza Rios

Maritza Rios, Replacing Lauren Hildreth Admissions Coordinator

Taylor/Matrix 210, ext. 6291 I am very excited to be a part of the CSI admissions team. I was born and raised in Burley and graduated from Burley High School. After I moved to Boise to continue my education at Boise State University and graduated with a Communication/ Leadership degree, I moved back to the area to be with my soon to be husband. I love to travel and spend time with my family. It is an honor to be giving back to my community and being able to help students continue their education.

Pamela Luper

Pamela Luper, replacing Larrianne Ruiz Office/Facilities Use Specialist Taylor 250, ext. 6282 Hello! I am very excited to be joining the team at CSI, as the Facilities Use/ Office Specialist. I am a student here at CSI, and for the past two years I have had the opportunity to work as an intern and work study for some amazing ladies in the Career and Counseling Office and the Center for New

Directions. I was born and raised in Jerome, where I graduated and raised my family. I am the proud mother of three grown children (2 boys and 1 girl) and a grandmother (NeNe) to two spoiled grandchildren (boy and girl). I have had a small business (Funky Junk) with my sister for the past 20 years. We repurpose old furniture and home décor and sell our wares at local art and craft shows throughout southern Idaho. I spent most of my spare time camping (mostly in the Stanley and Pine area), fishing, gardening, BBQ and spending time with friends and family.

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Stephanie Govea

Stephanie Govea, new position Student Advisor, Advising Center

Taylor 145, ext. 6251 Hello my name is Stephanie Govea and I am very excited to be joining the Student Advising team. I

Boise State University in where I would do conversation labs in Spanish. I really enjoyed helping out students learn my native

forward for an excellent school year and getting to know all the CSI family!

Ron Barnard

Ron Barnard Diesel Technology Lab Assistant Desert 104 Ext. 6371 LauRon Barnard (I go by Ron). I grew up in Hansen/Murtaugh area of southern Idaho. In 1990-1991 attended the Diesel Tech course with instructor Jim Schlund received a Tech Certificate. I went to work for Idaho Power Company as a diesel mechanic and then moved my family to North Dakota to for John Deere Construction Equipment dealer/ Bobcat skid steers. A few short years later moved

back to magic valley with work in the private industry for tractors, and short stint in auto glass. I Owned and operated a very successful construction business in magic valley until economy slowed down. At this point I decided to enroll with the College of Western Idaho who was still on the Boise state Campus and after two years of driving to and from Boise 5 days a week I obtained an A.A.S. degree in Electronics. I then Re-attended the College of southern Idaho to tie up some loose ends to get A.A.S. degree in Diesel Technologies. I applied for a job at CSI for Diesel Lab assistant about four years ago and I was just given opportunity to go full time.

René Rambur

Student Advisor, Health Sciences and Human Services HSHS 110, ext. 6730

Hello my name is Rene Rambur. I am very excited to be a member of the CSI team. I have Bachelor degrees in corporate training and Vocational Teachers Education from Idaho State University. For the past twelve years I have worked internationally doing payroll, HR, and financial consulting in the public sector. A year ago I decided to explore opportunities in the educational field and began working for the Twin Falls School District. I am a firm believer in giving back to the community. I love getting my hands dirty while helping others. I serve on several boards for a variety of community programs. I enjoy running, soccer, cooking and my family. I am married to my awesome husband Brad, and have two teenage boys, Anton (16) and Avery (14). When we are not at the field or in the gym, we enjoy spending time in the outdoors hiking, camping, and fishing.

Royce Reardon Royce Reardon, replacing Anthony Parker Security Officer, Security McManaman, ext. 6605 Hi All! My name is Royce Reardon. I grew up in the Reno/Tahoe area and love it. However, I

here at CSI then moved on to ISU where I finished my Bachelors in Organizational Learning & Performance. I love everything sports. My pride and joy are my two little ones. I am looking forward to joining the CSI Family fulltime. See you all around campus!

Shelby Lindley

Shelby Lindley, replacing Brock Morris

Gym 224, ext. 6476

College of Southern Idaho. I am moving from Scooba, Mississippi where I was the Assistant Coach at East Mississippi Community College. I was down in the South for two years coaching, the south was a great experience for me coming from the west coast. I got to experience SEC football and the humidity. I am very grateful and excited to be back out west where I am from.

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Tatiana Avakov

Tatiana Avakov, part-time to full-time Lead Teacher Child Care Center, 6645 I received my degree in elementary education in Russia. After immigration to the USA , I decided to continue my carrier in the same area - early childhood education. CSI was the great place to receive the good education, wonderful practicum, and now - amazing job.

Todd Evans

Todd Evans, Replacing Jim Massie EMT Instructor, Program Manager

HSHS 128, ext. 6709

Hi - am the new Director of EMS Programs and the Primary Instructor of the Paramedic program. Just a little about me, I am married and have three young children that are with me during

High School I had joined the United States Marine Corps where I was trained as a diesel and gas engine mechanic and tow truck operator. I spent over 30 years of my life as a professional rodeo clown and bullfighter performing all over the United States and Canada. I have over 20 years of experience working as a heavy equipment operator and heavy truck driver, spent 15 years in the

have been working in the field of emergency medicine achieving my Critical Care Paramedic license from the University of Maryland. I have worked as the county emergency preparedness coordinator for Wallow county Oregon. I have training in Search and Rescue and Technical ropes rescue certification . I am a current Firefighter One Instructor for the state of Oregon and have been a state certifying officer for the Oregon EMS program. I maintain many Paramedic and Critical Care

meet each and every one of you.

Tenille Claridge

Tenille Claridge, Student Advisor Mini-Cassia Center Hi there! I am thrilled to be at the Mini-Cassia CSI center as the new Student Advisor and am excited to be a part of their team while making a difference, continuing to build the program and mentoring students! Born and raised in Rupert, graduate of Minico HS, Ricks College (BYU-Idaho now) and the University of Utah. I am the FAVORITE aunt and spoiler to 15 nieces and nephews ages 2-19. For the last 6 years I have been working at

The Total Learning Center, a behavioral/alternative elementary and middle school for students who are emotionally disturbed with the Minidoka County School district. I also worked 6 years at the University of Utah Student Health Service while I was working on my BS. I love the college campus atmosphere and the important work happening here! happiness! I love shoes and shopping, crafting, college football, Disney, Star Wars, traveling, super hero movies and being with my family! I feel so blessed to be here! Celebrate good times, come on!!

Steve Korecki

Steve Korecki, replacing Maleah Huggins Physical Science Lab Manager, Physical Science Evergreen A28, ext. 6423

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A Thousand Acres DVD This is a powerful story of love, dark secrets and betrayals. At the center are three daughters (Michelle Pfeiffer, Jessica Lange, Jennifer Jason Leigh) and one aging father (Jason Robards) with 1,000 acres to bequeath to them, but only on his terms. This movie was made in 1997 and three years later the acting world lost the famous Jason Robards. One reviewer

movie, but actually quite realistic with the family dynamics. It is one to watch with your eyes open. Ann Keane, ADC Office Spec.

Greenwich Village: Music that Defined a Generation DVD Talk about a walk down memory lane. This is a great documentary with rare, archival foot-

evolved from there not only defined a generation, it changed the world. It was a time that songs were written about civil liberties, protesting the Vietnam War and letting the government know it needed to be accountable for their actions. One of the greatest of the era was Pete Seeger. There are some wonderful in-terviews with him and the importance of music and how it can bring peace. Watch it, watch it and then watch it again. In fact, it ought to be a part of your home collection. Ann Keane, ADC Office Spec.

Dracula Untold DVD This is certainly not a movie for the young ones. There is quite a bit of violence. I will say it is a nice weaving together of fact and fantasy. This story weaves the truth of Vlad the Impaler, who helped con-quer the Ottoman Empire with the fantasy of the beginnings of Dracula. The year is 1492 and naturally it takes place in the country of Transylvania. Ann Keane, ADC Office Spec. Captain America, The First Avenger, DVD Every country needs a hero, most

the very same that brought you Iron Man, comes a story of courage and honor. The story of a young man who wants to help his country and is turned down by every enlistment office he goes to. He is too small of stature and his stamina

love for his country and wanting to do what is right with honor. His heart is what helps him on the journey to become Captain America. Great family film.

Ann Keane, ADC Office Spec.

Picks from the Shelf By: Ann Keane, ADC Office Specialist