A Message from Your ASO President We are now half-way through the semester, and I hope that you all had a great spring break! Please be aware that ASO elections are going to be held from April 21 through

April 26 on myAVC. If you are interested in running for an ASO office for the next

academic year, please come into SSV 180 to file a Declaration of Intent to Run. The Cosmic Bowling event was a success and I know that all those who attended had a great time. Be on the lookout for more events throughout the rest of the semester.

- Christopher Dundee

Parenting is a tough job, especially when going to school. It seems like there is never enough time, money, sleep or help. No wonder you get stressed!

10 things you can do to relieve stress right now: 1) Give yourself a time-out. Fifteen minutes

by yourself can really help. 2) Take 10 slow, deep breaths 3) Look at a special photo of you and your

child 4) Exercise. Jog in place. Dance. 5) Call a friend. 6) Change the scenery. Take everyone for a

ride or walk.

7) Cry or yell. (Do this away from your kids so you won’t scare them)

8) Write your feelings down. 9) Remember, this stressful time will soon

pass. 10) Forgive yourself. Say out loud, “I am a

good parent. I can handle this.”

Source: Leonard, Tara. Stress and Parenting. Santa Cruz: California Journeyworks Publishing, 2008. Print.

Parenting: Student Life and Stress

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Student Services Office Hours: Monday to Thursday

7:30 a.m.—6 p.m. Friday

7:30—11:30 a.m.

Care-A-Van Lancaster Hours: Monday

10 a.m.—6 p.m. Thursday

8 a.m.—4 p.m.

Care-A-Van Palmdale Hours: Every 1st Tuesday 10 a.m.—6 p.m.

Every 3rd Wednesday 8 a.m.—4 p.m.

Mental Health Counseling Lancaster Hours:

Monday 10 a.m.—6 p.m.

Tuesday and Thursday: 8 a.m.—4 p.m.

Mental Health Counseling Palmdale Hours:

Wednesday 8 a.m.—4 p.m.

Dental Cleaning Lancaster Hours: Every 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Thursday

8 a.m.—4 p.m.

Student Development and ServicesStudent Development and Services

SPOTLIGHT SEXSIGNALS has become one of the most

popular programs on sexual assault awareness among college and military

audiences, personnel, and educators. It differs from traditional sexual assault

prevention programs in that it incorporates improvisation, humor,

education, and audience interaction to provide a provocative look at dating, sex,

and the core issue of consent.

When: Wednesday, April 23Time: 5 —7 p.m.

Where: Board Room (SSV 151) FREE!

APRIL 2014

SEX SIGNALS AND PARENTING:

STUDENT LIFE AND STRESS

1

GRAD FINALE AND STUDENT HEALTH

INFORMATION

2

STUDENT ASO ELECTIONS, EMPLOYEE

SPOTLIGHT, AND JOB FAIR

INFORMATION

3

APRIL / MAY CALENDAR 4

your it’s

moment

Class of 2014 Grad FinaleGrad Finale

Tuesday, April 15 | 2—7 p.m. | Student Lounge

Cap and Gown

All graduates participating in the ceremony need to purchase a cap and gown.

A black cap, black gown, and maroon/silver tassel will be sold as a complete set at the Marauder Bookstore for $27.95 plus tax. (Gold tassels designating honors will be sold separately for $4.95 plus tax. You must be on the honor’s list at the AVC bookstore to purchase a gold tassel.)

All graduates must wear an AVC cap and gown.

Announcements

Personalized graduation announcement and engraved note cards will be available for

purchase at the Grad Finale Event.

Graduation Portraits

Ultimate Exposures will be taking graduation photos

during the Grad Finale event on 4/15. You must register for a sitting appointment on their

web page at UltimateExposures.com

Class Rings

Academic Cap and Gown will be

offering graduates AVC class rings for

purchase.

myAVC Group

We have a group within myAVC, under the Groups index tab. Please subscribe and learn about important information related to commencement. Group name: commencement

Grad Finale: 4/15

Rehearsal: 5/29 (2 p.m. at the Brent Carder Marauder Stadium)

Commencement: 5/30 (starts at 7 p.m. be there at 6 p.m.)

Save the Dates!

STUDENT HEALTH Promoting healthy students through medical, dental, and mental health assistance and awareness Hours: Monday—Thursday 7:30 a.m.—6 p.m. and Friday 7:30—11:30 a.m. Student Health Office (SSV 180) | 661.722.6300, ext. 6683

Visit the Care-A-Van!

The following services are available to all currently enrolled AVC students:

Annual physical exams

Pap smears for women

Contraception

Flu shots

TB test

Immunizations

Illness / health concerns

Pregnancy testing

Blood pressure checks

Lab testing when indicated

Patient assistance programs for prescription medications

Ability to ask a professional any other health concerns you may have

Dental Cleanings

Visit the Care-A-Van dental hygienist for dental cleaning services

Mental Health

Balancing college life with other life responsibilities can be difficult. Make a confidential appointment with a mental health counselor on campus to assist with anxiety, depression, stress management, drug and alcohol concerns, building life enhancement skills, and other mental health related issues.

To make an appointment, stop by the Student Health

Office (SSV 180) or call 661.722.6300, ext. 6683

SPOTLIGHT EMPLOYEE

Lisa O’Leary: Student Health Services

Lisa O’Leary recently joined the team in March 2014 as the Clerical Assistant III in Student Health Services. Lisa will be helping the department bring health awareness to students and assist with scheduling medical, dental, and mental health appointments. She will also be assisting with organizing and promoting health-related events on campus. Lisa attended Los Angeles Pierce College and transferred to the University of Redlands where she is currently working on her Bachelors of Arts in Business Management. Her professional background includes training specialist and administrative assistant for a major medical software company, public relations and communications officer for an out-of-state school district, and various other positions that have provided her with extensive office experience. Please feel free to stop by Student Development (SSV 180) and say hello!

Voting for the following will take place April 21-16 though myAVC Voting will be on: ASO Officer and Senator positions Student Trustee Constitutional Changes Faculty Inspiration Award To run for any ASO Officer, Senator or Student Trustee position students must declare their intent to run by April 14 at 4 p.m. in SSV 180. To qualify for an ASO or Student Trustee position you must maintain and complete five (5) units of course work at AVC per semester. In addition, you are required to have completed a minimum of five (5) units with a 2.00 GPA during the Spring semester of the election, a cumulative GPA of a 2.00, and be in good standing at AVC. Other qualifications apply as well. To learn more pick to up an Election Code packet to complete come to SSV 180.

Antelope Valley College

19th Annual Spring

Career

Information

and Job Fair

Wednesday, April 16, 2014 10 a.m.—2 p.m. 3041 West Avenue K Lancaster, CA 93536 Fine Arts Quad FREE PARKING—COMMUNITY WELCOME More than 60 employers are registered to participate.

April: 7th Red Cross Blood Drive Next to the Health Science Building 9 a.m.—3 p.m. 8th Red Cross Blood Drive Next to the Health Science Building 9 a.m.—3 p.m. 9th Walk In Wednesdays: AVC Karaoke Student Lounge 4—6 p.m. 10th Be Active, Live Healthy: Boot Camp Student Lounge 4:30—5:30 p.m. 11th ASL@AVC Silent Game Night Student Lounge 5:30—8:30 p.m. 14th Take Back the Night Fine Arts Quad 5—6:30 p.m. 15th Grad Finale Student Lounge 2—7 p.m. 16th Job Placements Annual Job Fair Fine Arts Quad 10 a.m.—2 p.m. Walk In Wednesdays: Spoken Word Night Library Plaza 4—6 p.m. 22nd Tolerance Week: LGBTQ Pride Library Plaza 10 a.m.—2 p.m. 23rd Tolerance Week: Movie, Fruitvale Station Student Lounge 2—4 p.m. Walk In Wednesdays: Sex Signals Board Room (SSV 151) 5—7 p.m. 24th Tolerance Week: Holocaust Remembrance Student Lounge 11:30 a.m.—5 p.m. Be Active, Live Healthy: Piyo (Pilates/ Yoga) Student Lounge 4:30—5:30 p.m. 30th Community Day Behind the Library 10 a.m.—1 p.m. Walk In Wednesdays: Movie Night Student Lounge 4—6 p.m.

Please watch for our

emails and flyers.

Events days, times, and

locations may change

throughout the semester.

ANTELOPE VALLEY COLLEGE STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICES

(661) 722-6300, ext. 6354 www.avc.edu

Beyond the Books Discover all your library has

to offer

Turn Conversations into Connections

Tips on meeting people and building friendships

Stress Effects Understanding Your Body’s

Reaction to Tension

Taking the Fear Out of Financial Aid

Learn how to manage loans and grants

When is Alcohol a Problem

How to talk about lower-risk drinking choices

5 Effective Fitness Fads Learn the pros and cons of

the latest routines

Get the Scoops Before Your Interview

3 ways to stand out to potential employers

4 Steps to Your 4-Year Program

How to transition from community college

Applying Your Specialized Degree How to make a plan of

action for the future

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In the April Issue of AVC Student Health 101

WALK IN WEDNESDAYS

Looking for something fun to do on a

Wednesday Night?

Student Activities Council invites you to join us for Walk In Wednesdays.

Every Wednesday, from 3—5 p.m.

Every Wednesday is a different activity. We host Movie Nights,

Karaoke, and Spoken Word Nights. Come join us for free food,

refreshments, and fun!

Brought to you by: Student Activities

May: 6th Be Active, Live Healthy: Zumba Student Lounge 4:30—5:30 p.m. 7th Walk In Wednesdays: Movie Marathon Student Lounge 5—7 p.m. 10th Be Active, Live Healthy: Zumba Student Lounge 4:30—5:30 p.m. 12th Providence Blood Drive Next to the Health Science Building 9 a.m.—3 p.m. 13th Providence Blood Drive Next to the Health Science Building 9 a.m.—3 p.m. 14th Walk In Wednesdays: Karaoke Student Lounge 5—7 p.m.

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