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PresidentJohn J. “Ski” Sygielskiregister for classes today!Board of DirectorsBrian FreemanRod MonroeBob MorrisBeverly RussellDave ShieldsRalph Yates, D.O.Published by the Officeof College AdvancementVice President of CollegeAdvancement &Executive Director, MHCCFoundationCassie S. McVeetyEditorMaggie HuffmanGraphic DesignSpring BastowGlenn WrightContributorsJarrod HogueBarbara HowellTodd SchwartzPhotographySpring BastowPat CaseyKelly JamesTanja OlsonGlenn WrightCover Photo by: Kelly JamesMHCC mails this publication to alldistrict residents to inform them ofthe College’s programs, servicesand community events. Because theschedule is addressed to “PostalCustomer,” individual names cannot beremoved from the mailing list. Accessibleformats for individuals with disabilitiesare available by calling the DisabilityServices Office at 503-497-6923 or503-491-7670 (TDD).“College + Community” (USPS 002-866)Summer 2011. Published quarterly byMt. Hood Community College, 26000S.E. Stark St., Gresham, Oregon 97030.Periodicals postage paid at Gresham,Ore., and at additional mailing offices.POSTMASTER: Send address changes to“College + Community” at 26000 S.E.Stark St., Gresham, OR 97030.It’s never been easier to be your dream at Mt. Hood Community College(MHCC)! Our campuses are simple to find, and easy to get to by train, busand car. If door-to-door service is your style, then the Bruning Center forAllied Health is for you. TriMet’s new MAX light rail stop at Civic Drive inthe heart of the Gresham Station shopping center delivers students toBruning every 20 minutes or so.With a beautiful 200-acre campus in Gresham, and the Maywood Parkcampus just off 102nd Avenue in Parkrose, as well as the Bruning Center,MHCC offers convenience and accessibility.And, it’s easy to apply to MHCC, register for a class or access the manyresources the College offers. It’s all waiting for you at mhcc.edu/schedule.If you’re looking for information, download a free app for your smartphone or tablet and conveniently access our website (mhcc.edu) orIntranet portal (My MHCC).Click Your Way to ClassThis publication, College + Community, which you hold in your hands,includes a paper schedule of the Community Education (non-credit)courses only. You’ll find the complete schedule of MHCC’s for-creditcourses and non-credit courses online at mhcc.edu/schedule. Whetheryou’re looking for baking or biology, sushi or sociology, MHCC’s courseschedules are so easy to find what you’re looking for, you’ll wonder whyyou hadn’t registered for a class sooner! And, we offer the convenience ofregistering by mail, fax, phone or online (details on page 5).Come see us by bus, train, car, bike or flip flops. MHCC is here to helpyou. We’re looking forward to seeing you soon!1 Mt. Hood Community College2 Mt. Hood Community College

e an achieverOn Their HonorMHCC’s Rho Theta Honor Society ismuch more than just an honor, it’s aninvestment in the next step.Whether a student is workingtoward a two-year degree orpreparing to move on to a four-yearinstitution, education at MHCCcomes with lots of advantages, suchas affordability, convenience andreal world relevant courses. And,MHCC participates in a powerfulway to both recognize and leverageacademic achievement into aninvestment in the next levels ofhigher education: Rho Theta.Rho Theta is the MHCC chapterof Phi Theta Kappa, the internationalhonor society of two-yearcolleges, and the largest honorsociety in America. Membership inRho Theta is by invitation only, forstudents who meet several requirementsincluding a 3.5 or highergrade point average.“Membership hasopened so manydoors for me.”At MHCC, 280 students joined theorganization in 2010. The entireCollege is proud of Rho Theta’saccomplishments: They wererecently name first runner-up asthe Most Distinguished Chapter– internationally. And if you thinkhonor society membership is justa pat on the back for these highachievingstudents, keep in mindthat more than 700 four-yearcolleges and universities offer someNation’s Largest Honor SocietyRho Theta Leaders Onjalai Flake and Beth Sammons$37 million in transfer scholarshipsto Phi Theta Kappa members, andthe honor society itself awards$130,000 in student support.“Rho Theta is much more thanpeople realize,” says Onjalai Flake,an MHCC student and a Phi ThetaKappa International vice president.“This is an investment in yourfuture. Membership has openedso many doors for me. It’s been anamazing opportunity for growth,leadership and service.”Flake, whose plans aftergraduation from MHCC involvecommunications studies at GeorgeFox University, serves as a studentambassador for the honor societyand also worked on Phi ThetaKappa’s national initiative toincrease college completion rates.“I would have never pictured myselfin this role,” she says. “I’m sure themany benefits of Rho Theta come asa surprise to most MHCC students,from the generous scholarships tosimply being part of a culture that’sbased on wanting to know andunderstand new things. This year, weare learning about where our clothescome from, and what that means forthe countries and the workers whomake them. We don’t do it for credit—becausethere isn’t any—we do itbecause it’s important.”Beth Sammons, MHCC instructorand Rho Theta’s adviser, agrees:“These students aren’t just highachieversin their courses,” she says,“they are developing as the leaderswho will help us address the nationaland global challenges we face and theopportunities that go with them.”Sammons has done some highachieving of her own recently,becoming one of only 25 Phi ThetaKappa faculty scholars selected frommore than 1,250 chapters nationwideto serve as discussion leaders atthe International Honors Institute.“If you’re accomplished enough tobe invited to join Rho Theta—do it,”Flake urges the MHCC student community.“You will have access to somany educational and career resources,from scholarships to networking.3Mt. Hood Community College

Community Education Registration FormCommunity Education Registration FormStudent InformationSTUDENT ID or Social Security number LAST NAME FIRST NAME M.I.EMAIL ADDRESSBIRTH DATE (required)ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIPHIGH SCHOOL ATTENDED YEAR GRADUATED STATE DAY PHONE GENDERPREVIOUS LAST NAME MOTHER’S MAIDEN NAME DATECourse RegistrationCOURSE NO. SEC. COURSE NAME DAY(S) TIME ROOM COSTPayment InformationPaying by: Money order Check You will be contacted if your class is filled or cancelledPlease bill mePayment Information: Payment due date is the first day of the term. Youmay pay online with a check or bankcard/credit card. Log on to My MHCC athttp://my.mhcc.edu, select “Student Services, Pay for School.” Payment in personmay also be made in the Student Services Center on the Gresham Campus.Other options to register:• ONLINE: Returning students, see panel below• Mail: Please mail registration form and payment to:MHCC Community Education, Rm. 116226000 SE Stark St., Gresham, OR 97030• FAX: 503-491-7390 (use this form)• Phone: Call 503-491-7572Do you plan to earn a degree,certificate or diploma at MHCC?A. One–year certificateB. Two–year degreeC. High School diploma or GEDD. No, here to take classesE. UndecidedEmployed (While in attendance)F Full-time (35 + hrs./week)P Part-time (5–34 hrs./week)N Not employedREAD BEFORE SIGNINGI acknowledge I am legally obligated to pay all charges incurred by registering. Chargesmay include late payment fees, reasonable collection costs, attorney’s fee and OregonDepartment of Revenue charges related to the collection of all delinquent debts owedto the College. To have the charges removed, I must process a drop or withdraw formthrough the Admissions, Registration and Records Office during the refund period.Main reason for attending MHCC:A. Take classes, transfer to a four-year collegeB. Learn skills to get a jobC. Improve job skillsD. Explore career or educational optionsE. Take classes to finish high school or GEDF. Improve writing, reading or math skillsG. Learn EnglishH. Personal interest/enrichmentI. OtherJ. No responseWhat is the highest level ofeducation/training you havereceived beyond high school?(0) None(1) Some college, short-term trainingor private vocational school(2) One-year college certificate(3) Two-year college degree(4) Bachelor’s degree(5) Master’s degree(6) Ph.D./Professional degreeAre you a veteran?❏ Yes❏ NoStudentSignature__________________________________________________________New Studentsor students not enrolled in the past 12 months1. Fill out this registration form2. You can register in one of three ways:a. FAX this form to: 503-491-7390b. MAIL this form to:MHCC Community EducationRoom 116226000 SE Stark St.Gresham, OR 97030c. CALL: 503-491-7572Web Helpline: 503-491-6488Returning Studentswho have enrolled within the past 12 monthsRegister and pay onlineSeven days a week, 24 hours a day!• Go to mhcc.edu click on My MHCC oruse the direct link:http://my.mhcc.edu• Your username is your MHCC IDnumber• The first time you log in, your passwordis your six-digit date of birth (ex. Sept.21, 1960 = 092160) until you change itCOMMUNITY ED CLASS KEY:CourseDescription Course # Class TitleSection #Instructor NameThe word “STAFF”is used when thespecific instructor isnot identified.Class DayU SundayM MondayT TuesdayClass DatesThese are thedates the classwill cover.W WednesdayR ThursdayF FridayS SaturdayCost of Classadditional feesmay apply.LocationSee key onpg. 11

Senior Discount: Save $10 on any feebasednon-credit Community Educationclass if you are an MHCC districtresident age 62 or better! For moreinformation on senior discounts visit:mhcc.edu/SeniorDiscountsCreative Jewelry MakingART4B$115 ($105 Senior)Learn the fundamentals of simple jewelry construction(no string beading). More advancedstudents may learn casting and light setting.Sec. 91 9 a.m.–noon M/W DDSO 221G. Buyukas 6/27/11–7/27/11No class July 4 & 6Beginning Jewelry MakingART4BJ$64 ($54 Senior)Learn the basics of jewelry making. Includesguidelines, supply and resource list, followedby hands-on workshop and review. Also,learn basic wire work, make findings andwrap bead ends.Sec. 31 6–9 p.m. R MAY 143Dugas-Tait 6/30/11–7/21/11No class July 7Beginners WatercolorART4BW$105 ($95 Senior)Learn traditional and realistic watercolor.We welcome new students and also thosewhose brushes and paints have developedcobwebs. The first night will be hands-ondemos and discussions of painting subjects.A list of supplies will be given at that time.Sec. 91 6–9 p.m. W VA 13M. Dawkins 6/22/11–8/24/11Beginning QuiltingART4CC$84 ($74 Senior)Have you always wanted to try quilting, butdidn't know where to begin? Do you find thearray of books, patterns and tools both confusingand expensive? Then this class is for you!After our discussion on pattern selection, colortheory, tools and techniques, sandwiching,quilting and binding, you will design your quiltand determine tools and supplies needed.&Arts, CraftsSpecialInterestSec. 91 6–8:30 p.m. T AC 1773N. Tubbs 6/21/11–8/9/11Mosaic Art Workshop IART4MW$64 ($54 Senior)Learn the ancient art and technique of directapplicationmosaics using broken tile, dishes orglass shards. First class is a lecture, to inspireand distribute guidelines/supply list. Secondclass is an all-day, hands-on workshop. Finalclass allows students to grout their creations.Sec. 91 6:30–8:30 p.m. R VA 13P. Tait 8/4/11Sec. 91 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. U VA 13P. Tait 8/14/11Sec. 91 7–9 p.m. R VA 13P. Tait 8/18/11Beginning KnittingHOM4KF$77 ($67 Senior)Learn how to select natural or synthetic yarns,use knitting equipment, read patterns andknit a variety of decorative stitches. Moreadvanced knitters will have challengingprojects. Instructor will hand out supply listfirst class. Fee includes some supplies.Sec. 91 6–8 p.m. T AC 1767M. Rees 6/21/11–8/23/11Just for Fun PianoMUS2IP$65 ($55 Senior)Learn to play piano in one easy session.Nationally known pianist Donn Rochlin willteach you to play your favorite songs now!Learn musical shorthand and save hours ofpractice time. Discover the "tricks and licks"used by professional pianists. Optional $25fee payable to instructor at time of class forhome study book and CD.Sec. 91 10 a.m.–1 p.m. S AC 2138D. Rochlin 7/2/11Improvisation on the PianoMUS4IP$65 ($55 Senior)Learn the fundamentals of playing by earand how chord "inversions" add style andprofessionalism to your playing. Learnto transpose, add color and spice with"extended chords" and much more.Sec. 91 2–5 p.m. S AC 2138D. Rochlin 7/2/11Take Control of Your CanonEOS Digital CameraPHT4C$72 ($62 Senior)Learn in clear, non-technical language howto use every function on your camera. Canonlenses, flash units and most Canon EOSDigital SLR cameras will be discussed. If youare not sure this class is right for you, pleasecontact the instructor, David Green at 503-661-7506 or david@cameraconnection.net.Sec. 91 9 a.m.–5 p.m. S AC 2756D. Green 7/9/11Includes half-hour break for lunchIntroduction toDigital PhotographyPHT4D$49 ($39 Senior)This class covers media cards, printers, scanners,camera features, white balance, imagequality and resolution plus a Photoshop demonstration.This class will help you determinewhat equipment you need.Sec. 91 6–10 p.m. R AC 2756D. Green 6/30/11Take Control of Your NikonDigital SLR CameraPHT4NC$72 ($62 Senior)Learn in clear, non-technical languagehow to use your camera functions as wellas lenses and flash units. Most Nikon EOSdigital SLR cameras will be discussed.If you are not sure this class is right foryou, please call or email the instructor,David Green, 503-661-7506 david@cameraconnection.net.Sec. 91 9 a.m.–5 p.m. S AC 2756D. Green 7/16/11Understanding Compositionin PhotographyPHT4UC$49 ($39 Senior)This four-hour course covers beginning andintermediate composition techniques toimprove the impact of your photos. Learnhow to use compositional techniques suchas compositional formats, placement,shape, lines, texture and color to composeyour scene.Sec. 91 6–10 p.m. R AC 2756D. Green 7/21/11College + Community • Summer 2011 6

Computer Use for SeniorsCS9G$64 ($54 Senior)Enjoy a fun and easy hands-on basic computerand Internet skills course. Obtain a freeemail account and learn to send and receiveemails and attachments. Students create,save and print useful computer projects inMicrosoft Word to take home. Learn how touse the Internet in a friendly manner and beable to search for information you need.Sec. 91 9:10–11 a.m. F AC 2604J. Aguilar 6/24/11–8/19/11Facebook SecurityPC4FS$29 ($19 Senior)Students will learn how to properly set securityfeatures of Facebook to protect privacy,prevent fraudulent activity, spamming, accountstealing and application safety. Thisclass is a must for all Facebook users andparents of Facebook users.Sec. 31 6–8:30 p.m. W MAY 311D. Huey 6/22/11Gently Learning the ComputerPC5CB$69 ($59 Senior)Learn the basics of how to operate and enjoyyour computer with beginning techniques forcreating, sharing, saving and sending files.Get a free email address and learn howto safely explore the Internet. Slow-paced,casual atmosphere with lots of hands-onpractice and opportunity to ask questions.You may contact the instructor anytime.Sec. 91 2:10–4 p.m. M AC 2603K. Huey 6/20/11–8/22/11No class on July 4Creating a BlogPC5FB$79 ($69 Senior)Learn how to create a blog using WordPresssoftware. Students will create an accountwith WordPress.com. Topics range fromlearning how and what WordPress is, tosetting up a new blog, creating a blog post,learning options available on blog posts, insertingimages and links, understanding howcomments work and more.&ComputerTechnologySec. 31 6–8 p.m. R MAY 303D. Huey 6/30/11–8/18/11Introduction to MacintoshPC5MC$79 ($69 Senior)This hands-on course will cover theMacintosh computer, its innovative featuresand utilization of the Mac OS. This classis designed for new Mac users, or anycomputer user interested in expanding theircomputer skills.Sec. 91 6–9 p.m. T AC 1392M. Sturgill 6/21/11–6/28/11Computer TroubleshootingPC5TC$99 ($89 Senior)Save time and money for your business orfamily by learning how to properly maintainand troubleshoot your desktop or laptop PC.Students will learn how to properly performmemory and performance evaluations, setup or troubleshoot Internet connections,back-up data, improve performancesthrough updates, virus/spyware preventionand removal, perform upgrades to memoryand install components.Sec. 91 6:30–8:30 p.m. T AC TBAM. Sturgill 7/12/11–7/28/11Creating a Web PagePC6CW$70 ($60 Senior)Create a home page for your businessor individual use. You will start with anintroduction to Dreamweaver and createa simple Web page. This course alsocovers webbing your page to other Webpages on the Internet, adding pictures andbackgrounds, creating table and graphiclinks and gathering information from peopleviewing your website. Finish your Web pageduring the course and put it on the Internet!Sec. 31 6–8:30 p.m. T MAY 311D. Huey 6/21/11–7/26/11More Gently Leaning the ComputerPC7CB$74 ($64 Senior)This class continues where Gently Learningthe Computer left off. Focus is on customizingand caring for your computer, techniquesfor managing email, producing a Worddocument and spreadsheets, as well as howto social network safely. Slow-paced, casualatmosphere. A lot of hands-on practiceand opportunity to ask questions. Contactinstructor anytime.Sec. 91 2:10–4 p.m. R AC 2554K. Huey 6/23/11–8/25/11Creating a Web Page - IntermediatePC7CW$70 ($60 Senior)A continuation of Creating a Web Page– PC6CW, students will learn additionalAdobe Dreamweaver techniques such ascreating additional Web pages, Web forms,template pages and additional navigationskills.Sec. 31 6–8:30 p.m. W MAY 303D. Huey 6/29/11–8/3/11Computacion Basica paraEstudiantes de Habla HispanaPC5SP$67 ($57 Senior)Uso de computadoras personales enespanol. Este curso es disenado parapersonas sin experiencia o conocimientoprevio en computacion. Esta clase proveeintroduccion al uso de computadoras,incluyendo email, Internet, sistema operativode Windows y vocabulario technologicobasico.This is a class for first-time computerusers. The assignments acquaint the userwith the basics of a personal computer andWindows; introduce the use of email, theuse of a Web browser and basic searchtechniques using a Web browser.Sec. 91 8–10:20 a.m. S AC 2604M. Pelayo 6/25/11–7/23/11Sec. 92 8–10:20 a.m. S AC 2604M. Pelayo 7/30/11–8/27/11Computacion Basica Intermedia paraEstudiantes de Habla HispanaPC6SP$67 ($57 Senior)Este curso es disenado para personassin experiencia o conocimiento previo encomputacion. Esta clase provee introduccional uso de computadoras, incluyendo email,internet, sistema operativo de Windows yvocabulario technologico-basico.Sec. 91 10:30 a.m.–12:50 p.m. S AC 2604M. Pelayo 6/25/11–7/23/11Sec. 92 10:30 a.m.–12:50 p.m. S AC 2604M. Pelayo 7/30/11–8/27/117Mt. Hood Community College

Welcome to MedicareHE4MCFREEMedicare doesn't have to be confusing.This course will help participants understandMedicare basics and make informedchoices. Topics: Medicare eligibility andenrollment; Parts A, B, C and D; coveredservices; Medicare insurance policies andproblem resolution. This free course istaught by trained volunteers in cooperationwith Multnomah County Aging and DisabilityServices.Sec. 91 7–9 p.m. R AC 1001B. Earnest 7/14/11Sec. 92 10–noon S AC 1001B. Earnest 8/6/11Summer WellnessologyHE4SW$79 ($69 Senior)This course is a combination of both Wellnessologyand Advanced Wellnessology withOriental health philosophy and Westernbasic science to help achieve wellness goalsand maintain quality of life.Sec. 91 6–8 p.m. T AC 2700C. Wu 6/21/11–8/9/11Beginning Ballroom DanceREC3BD$69 ($59 Senior)Add fun to lifelong fitness through ballroomdancing! This course is an introduction tothe basics of social dance. Whether you arenew to the world of dancing, or simply inneed of a refresher course, this class will providethe basic skills and confidence neededto take your spot on the dance floor. Thecourse will cover the three foundation dancesof foxtrot, East Coast Swing and waltz(as well as a brief introduction to their Latinrelatives), which will allow you to dance tothe majority of music played at any socialdance occasion! Partner required; they mustbe enrolled in class.Sec. 91 7:30–8:20 p.m. M TBAT. & T. Becker 6/20/11–8/29/11No Class July 4Intermediate Ballroom DanceREC4BD$69 ($59 Senior)Continue to add fun and confidence to yourballroom dancing. This class is a continuationof beginning ballroom. In this class we willbegin by reviewing the basic steps andrhythms of the waltz and East Coast Swing.We will continue by not only learning newHealth,&FitnessRecreationsteps, but also adding styling and musicalityto your dancing. Prerequisite: Beginningballroom dance or basic knowledge of waltzand East Coast Swing. Partner required; theymust be enrolled in class.Sec. 91 8:30–9:20 p.m. M TBAT. & T. Becker 6/20/11–8/29/11No class on July 4Beginning West Coast SwingREC3WC$69 ($59 Senior)West Coast Swing is an exciting contemporaryswing dance which can be done to alarge variety of music including R&B, 50s,Blues, Pop and modern dance club music.In this class you will gain the basic skills andconfidence needed to take your spot onany dance floor. This dance offers fun andexcitement for everyone. Whether you arewanting to dance on a cruise, at a wedding,in a ballroom, or at a night club, you willfind this a fun and exciting dance. Partnerrequired; they must be enrolled in class.Sec. 91 6:30–7:20 p.m. R TBAT. & T. Becker 6/23/11–8/25/11Intermediate West Coast SwingREC4WC$69 ($59 Senior)Continue to add fun and confidence to yourWest Coast Swing. This class is a continuationof REC3WC. In this class we will beginby reviewing the basic steps and rhythms.We will continue by not only learning newsteps, but also adding styling and musicalityto your dancing. Prerequisite: REC3WC or abasic knowledge of West Coast Swing. Partnerrequired; they must be enrolled in class.Sec. 91 7:30–8:20 p.m. R TBAT. & T. Becker 6/23/11–8/25/11Silver and Fit-Level IIREC4AA$99 ($89 Senior)Silver and Fit Level II is designed for moderatelyactive older adults who exercise oneor two days per week. The class is designedto increase the participant's flexibility, jointstability, dynamic balance, coordination,agility, reaction time, muscular strength andcardiovascular endurance.Sec. 91 1–1:45 p.m. M/W CAC 205S. Dobson 6/20/11–8/24/11Chair YogaREC4CY$99 ($89 Senior)Get the benefits of yoga in this chairassistedclass! Stretch and revitalize yourwhole body while challenging balance anddeveloping core stabilization. End the sessionwith relaxation emphasizing breathingtechniques.Sec. 91 noon–12:45 p.m. M/W CAC 205S. Dobson 6/20/11–8/24/11Group PowerREC4GP$99 ($89 Senior)Group Power is your hour of power! This60-minute barbell program strengthens allyour major muscles in an inspiring, motivatinggroup environment with fantastic musicand awesome instructors. With simple, athleticmovements such as squats, lunges,presses and curls, this class is for all agesand fitness levels.Sec. 91 5:30–6:30 a.m. T/R CAC 205S. Dobson 6/21/11–8/25/11Sec. 92 6:30–7:20 p.m. T CAC 2055:30–6:20 p.m. R CAC 205S. Dobson 6/21/11–8/25/11Group RideREC4GR $79-$99 ($69/$89 Senior)Everyone finishes first in Group Ride! Pedalin groups, roll over hills, chase the pack,climb mountains and spin your way to burningcalories and strengthening your lowerbody. This 60-minute cycling program isgeared for anyone who can ride a bike. Motivatingmusic, awesome instructors and aninspiring group environment let you ride on!Sec. 91 5:30–6:30 a.m. W CAC 205S. Dobson $79 6/22/11–8/24/11Sec. 92 5:30-6:30 p.m. M/W CAC 205S. Dobson $99 6/20/11–8/24/11College + Community • Summer 2011 8

Community Education Health, Fitness and RecreationGroup KickREC4MM$99 ($89 Senior)Group Kick brings it on! This electric60-minute fusion class of martial arts andboxing movements will kick your cardiofitness to the next level while defining andshaping your body and self-confidence.Energetic music, awesome instructors and agroup environment will keep you punching,kicking and smiling!Sec. 91 5:30–6:30 p.m. T CAC 2056:30–7:30 p.m. RS. Dobson 6/21/11–8/25/11Gentle YogaREC5GY$84 ($74 Senior)Sculpt long, lean muscles, firm and tone,while building strength, flexibility andconcentration. Reduce stress and calmand strengthen the mind, emotions, glandsand organs with this gentle yoga workout.Wear loose, layered clothing and bringtwo towels.Sec. 91 6:10–7 p.m. M/W PE 139EKelly/Dollowitch 6/20/11–8/24/11No class on July 4Keep Moving-SeniorsREC5KM $42-$65 (Senior $32/$55)Improve your flexibility, range of motionand balance. Bring 1- or 2-lb weights forstrength training and gentle stretching. Nofloor exercise.Sec. 91 7:55–8:45 a.m. M/W/F ZIONCHD. Glasnapp 6/20/11–8/26/11 $65No class on July 4Sec. 92 9:30–10:30 a.m. M/W/F CLUBD. Glasnapp 6/20/11–8/26/11 $65No class on July 4Sec. 93 10–11 a.m. T/R ZIONCHD. Glasnapp 6/21/11–8/25/11 $42Pilates and YogaREC5P$79 ($69 Senior)Sculpt long, lean muscles, firm and tone,while building strength, flexibility andconcentration. Reduce stress and calm andstrengthen the mind, emotions, glands andorgans with this gentle yoga and pilatesworkout. Wear loose, layered clothing andbring two towels.Sec. 91 7:10–8 p.m. M/W PE 139EKelly/Dollowitch 6/20/11–8/24/11No class on July 4Sec. 93 7:30–8:20 p.m. T/R PE 139EDollowitch 6/21/11–8/25/11Water Aerobics by MoonlightREC5WM$84 ($74 Senior)Let a full glass wall help you enjoy themoonlit ambiance of this indoor pool asyou work out the day's frustrations. Learnnew and innovative water aerobic exerciseswhile working out in the shallow end ofthe swimming pool. Easy access, lots ofparking and you leave class feeling great!Fee includes on-duty lifeguard, use of pool,showers and locker room.Sec. 91 8–9 p.m. T/R RYMS POOLM. Furness 6/21/11–8/25/11Yoga for HealthREC5Y$89 ($79 Senior)Balance your mind and body and reduceyour stress. Learn proper body alignmentand breath awareness through yoga poses torelease tension, tone and strengthen muscles,bones and organs. Improve your ability toconcentrate. Calm the mind and emotions andget a good night's sleep. For every level ofcondition. Wear loose clothing; bring a stickymat, blanket and pillow. Ages 18 and up.Sec. 91 9–10:30 a.m. M/W ZIONM. Corgiat 6/20/11–8/24/11No class on July 4Sec. 92 8–9:30 a.m. T/R ZIONM. Corgiat 6/21/11–8/25/11Sec. 93 6–7:30 p.m. T/R FAIRLAWNM. Corgiat 6/21/11–8/25/11Women’s Safety and Self DefenseREC6SS$35 ($25 Senior)Take charge of your personal safety withoutfear. This tactical course covers many commontypes of assaults against women. Learncommon sense solutions to avoid assault.Women will quickly gain an understandingof the proven techniques and how to applythem in situations. Topics include dangerawareness, personal/home safety tips,active self-defense, how not to become avictim, verbal self-defense and personal protectionin general.Sec. 91 6–8:30 p.m. W AC 1553Sommerfeld & Mainridge 6/29/11Sec. 92 6–8:30 p.m. W AC 1553Sommerfeld & Mainridge 7/20/11Sec. 93 6–8:30 p.m. W AC 2756Sommerfeld & Mainridge 8/10/119›› Swimming Pools›› Lessons for All Ages›› Rock WallMt. Hood Community CollegeMHCC AQUATIC CENTERmhcc.edu/aquatics503-491-7243›› Kids' Camps›› MoreTennis for FitnessREC6T$59 ($49 Senior)Learn how to play tennis and get fit at thesame time. Learn proper stance, forehandand backhand techniques, serving,volleying and scoring, while you increaseyour agility, range of motion, strength andendurance. Bring your own racket and acan of tennis balls.Sec. 91 6–7:30 p.m. M/W PE CourtsSTAFF 6/20/11–7/11/11No class on July 4

Dog ObedienceAGR4DO$54 ($44 Senior)Course covers basic obedience commands,training tools, manners and basic grooming.Instructor will discuss proper dog careincluding diet and exercise. Students willhave the opportunity to address individualconcerns. Bring your dog to class on a leash.Also bring a jug of water and a bowl.Sec. 91 10 a.m.–noon S AC*STAFF 6/25/11–7/30/11*Class meets in the mall area, on thesouth end of the Academic Center,next to the College Center.An Introduction to Electric VehiclesAUT4EV$24 ($14 Senior)An electric vehicle (EV) uses one or moreelectric motors for propulsion. This coursefocuses on EVs, plug-in hybrid electricvehicles (PHEV), EV charging stationslevel I, II and III and the economics of EVownership. Class includes demonstration of2007 Toyota Prius converted to a PHEV.Sec. 31 6:30-8:30 p.m. M MAY TBAC. Currington 6/20/11Driver Education ODOT CertifiedDRV4DE $315 (No Senior Discount)Course includes 30 classroom hours and12 hours of in-vehicle training (six hours behind-the-wheelwith driving instructors andsix hours of in-car observation, scheduledoutside classroom hours). Learn safe drivingtechniques, etiquette and preparedness.Upon successful completion, students will receivea certificate for submission to the DMVoffice at time of licensure and for insurancediscounts. Student must have valid OregonDriver's Permit. Attendance is mandatory.Students over age 17, or who already havetheir license, or who obtain their license priorto course completion will be charged anadditional $210. To register for this course,call Oregon Driver Education Center at503-297-4813. See drivereducationcenter.com for more information.Sec. 31 9 a.m.–noon M/W MAY 310A. Crites 7/25/11–8/24/11Sec. 91 9 a.m.–noon T/R AC 1309A. Crites 6/21/11–7/21/11Sec. 92 9 a.m.–noon T/R AC 1309A. Crites 7/26/11–8/25/11Home,GardenFamilyAn Introduction to Solar PowerECO4SP$34 ($24 Senior)This course covers an introduction to designand installation of solar energy systems.Learn about the equipment, system sizing,orientation, configuration and energyoffset relative to electricity or gas bills.Gain knowledge about state and nationalincentives for solar power. Course includes atour of a residential PV (photovoltaic) system.Sec. 31 6:30–8:30 p.m. W MAY 143C. Currington 6/22/11Building Wealth with Real EstateFIN4BW$29 ($19 Senior)The first night is an overview of a processfor getting from where you are financially towhere you want to be using real estate asthe investment vehicle. The second night isa planning workshop to put these principlesinto application. Workbook included.Sec. 31 6:30–8 p.m. M/W MAY 310S. Straub 6/20/11–6/22/11Sec. 91 6:30–8 p.m. T/R AC 1008S. Straub 6/28/11–6/30/11Concealed Handgun Permit ClassGUN4CH$49 ($39 Senior)This one-evening class will satisfy all requirementsto obtain an Oregon ConcealedHandgun Permit, covering safety and responsibilityof firearm ownership as well as how toobtain a Concealed Handgun Permit, wherethe permit is valid and use of deadly forceas described in Oregon Revised Statues. Allstudents who complete class as specified by instructorwill receive a Certificate of Completion.Sec. 91 6–9 p.m. M AC 1266S. Curtain 6/27/11Sec. 92 6–9 p.m. M AC 1266S. Curtain 7/18/11&Get a Grip: Managing YourSpace, Paper & TimeHOM4CC$29 ($19 Senior)Taught by a professional organizer, thiscourse will provide you with proven strategiesto help you be better organized. Learnhow to identify what to keep, sell, toss, donateor recycle. Organize your papers tohelp you manage your bills and prepare fortax season. Create a clutter-free home withmore space and time for you and your family.Sec. 91 1–3 p.m. S AC 2700C. Reineccius 6/25/11Sec. 92 1–3 p.m. S AC 2700C. Reineccius 7/23/11Parenting with Love and LogicHOM5P$90 ($80 Senior)Learn practical words and principles to helpcreate respect, responsibility and gooddecision-making in children. This series ofclasses will focus on four scientifically basedprinciples, including logical consequencesdelivered with empathy, collective thinkingand problem solving, shared controlconcepts and building mutual self-respectand self-esteem. Class workbook is included.Sec. 91 6–9 p.m. W AC 2756J. Jannsen 6/22/11–7/27/11Sec. 92 6–9 p.m. F AC 27009–4 p.m. SJ. Jannsen 7/29/11–8/6/11Help! My Plants Keep DyingHRT4DR$29 ($19 Senior)If this sounds like you, then this class is foryou. Learn what to do if your lawn just won'tgrow and your plants keep dying. Taught bya landscape pro with 20 years' experience.Sec. 91 6–8:30 p.m. M HF 3L. Rutherford 6/20/11Pruning Like a ProHRT4P$69 ($59 Senior)This is a three-part class to learn how to pruneyour landscape plants and trees with safety,using scientific and common sense methods.Sec. 91 6:30–8:30 p.m. M HF 1S. Schmidt 7/18/11–8/1/11College + Community • Summer 2011 10

Sustainable Residential LandscapingHRT4SL$69 ($59 Senior)Learn residential landscaping using sustainabletechniques in landscape design, soilpreparation, plant selection, plant care andmaintenance.Sec. 91 6:30–8:30 p.m. M HF 1S. Schmidt 6/20/11–7/11/11Creative Writing for SeniorsLAN4A$49 ($39 Senior)Turn your memories, experiences and ideasinto personal essays or fiction. Use guidedwriting exercises to tap into your imaginationand memory and have fun unleashing yourcreativity.Sec. 91 6:30–8:30 p.m. T AC 2756R. Koffman 6/21/11–7/19/11Writing Your MemoirsLAN4MM$47 ($37 Senior)Create the perfect gift for your family, friendsor even yourself! A record of your life and experiencesexpressed with your personal style.Longtime, well-respected instructor helps youweave the fabric of your life into a story forfuture generations to read and cherish.Sec. 91 1–3 p.m. R FAIRM. Loisdotter 6/23/11–8/25/11Professional Novel & Memoir WritingLAN4NM$58 ($48 Senior)Provides a basic framework and experiencefor writing both fiction and nonfiction. Developand complete your book-length projectthrough professional critiques and peer reviewin this comfortable, friendly atmosphere.Recommended prerequisite: LAN3NMSec. 32 6–8:30 p.m. W MAY 125C. Hiday 7/6/11–8/24/11Short Stories that WorkLAN4SS$79 ($69 Senior)Learn how to write effective short fiction.Study the elements and structure of a story,read the work of some of the great short storyLanguage,TravelCulturewriters and write a story of your own. We'llcover plot, character development, setting,dialogue and point of view. We'll look atflash fiction and the traditional short story.Share your work in a supportive environment.Sec. 91 6:30–8:30 p.m. R AC 2700R. Koffman 6/23/11–8/25/11Beginning ScreenwritingLAN5SW$59 ($49 Senior)Students will learn about story concept, characterization,structure, scene writing, dialogueand formatting. A great deal of give and takediscussion will take place; it's not just a lecturecourse, homework will be assigned. Studentswill pick their story, write their first scenes andthen discuss them at length in class. The classis designed to give the student enough confidenceto write a first draft screenplay.Sec. 31 7–9 p.m. W MAY 143D. Alexander 6/22/11–7/27/11Learn Spanish GentlyLAN5S$87 ($77 Senior)A conversational course with a wealthof practical expressions. Taught by anexperienced instructor in a relaxed settingdesigned to aid you in your career, travelsand intercultural communication.Sec. 31 6–8:30 p.m. T/R MAY 310Almada 6/21/11–7/21/11Sec. 91 6–8:30 p.m. M AC 2700Rivera-Bass 6/20/11–8/22/11No class July 4Sec. 93 6–8:30 p.m. W AC 2700Garcia 6/22/11–8/24/11An Introduction to Voice-OversTHE4VO$45 ($35 Senior)Learn skills to become a professional voice-overartist! This fun, informative and empoweringclass will teach you the basics of entering thevoice-over field. Learn the many details of thevoice-over industry: marketing philosophy, theimportance of your voice-over demo, what toexpect of clients, scripts and how a recording studioworks. You will be amazed at how well youcan sound with a little professional coaching.Sec. 91 noon–2 p.m. U AC 2756Langworthy 7/10/11Oregon Shakespeare Festival TripTRV4OS $275 (No Senior Discount)Take a fabulous trip to Ashland to experiencethe Oregon Shakespeare Festival. Twonights, double occupancy lodging includedat Flagship Inn in Ashland; continentalbreakfast and heated pool. Carpools toAshland to be arranged. Plays: Love'sLabours Lost, Measure for Measure, TheImaginary Invalid.Sec. 91 noon–8 p.m. F/S/U Ashland, ORN. Wright 7/22/11–7/24/11class locationsMHCC Gresham Campus Buildings26000 S.E. Stark St., GreshamAC Academic Center IT Industrial Tech.EC Early Childhood Ed. PE Physical EducationGE G.E. Classroom VA Visual Arts CenterHF FisheriesBCAH The Bruning Center for Allied Health1484 N.W. Civic Drive, Gresham503-491-6700CAC Cascade Athletic Club - 2059260 S.E. Stark Street, PortlandCENT Centennial High School3505 S.E. 182nd, GreshamCLUB Club Estates East12260 S.E. Main, PortlandDD David Douglas High School1001 S.E. 135th, PortlandDDSO David Douglas South Building1500 S.E. 130th, PortlandFAIR Fairlawn Community Center1280 N.E. Kane Road, GreshamFRVW Fairview Community Center300 Harrison, FairviewGWA Gorge Winds Aviation920 N.W. Perimeter Way, TroutdaleLUKE St. Luke’s120 S.W. Towle Ave., GreshamMAY MHCC Maywood Park Campus10100 N.E. Prescott, Portland503-491-6100ORIM Outer Rim Bike Shop10625 N.E. Halsey, PortlandRYM Reynolds Middle School1200 N.E. 201st Ave., FairviewSBDC Small Business Development Center323 N.E. Roberts Ave., GreshamZION Zion Church of Christ2025 N.E. 23rd Ave., Gresham11Mt. Hood Community College

non-credit online classesMt. Hood Community College (MHCC), in partnershipwith Education2Go, offers online training programsfor many in-demand occupations. Professionals fromeach respective field provide effective, up-to-dateWeb-based instruction. With MHCC’s online classes,students can work and study on their own time andkeep their full-time jobs.• All classes are instructor-facilitated and repeat monthly• Classes start at a low $94• Hundreds of online classes available, covering awide variety of subjects and interests• Read your lesson and ask questions of yourinstructor at a time convenient to youTO REGISTER:For more classes or to registergo to mhcc.edu/ed2goor call 503-491-7571COURSE SECTIONS:A new section of each online classwill begin on May 18, June 15, July20 and August 17. Each courseconsists of 12 two-hour sessions, providedtwice weekly, over a six-weekperiod. The lessons are supplementedby interactive quizzes, tutorialsand online discussion via the Web.This is only a partial list of our many class offerings.For a complete directory, please visit mhcc.edu/ed2go.CAREER & PROFESSIONALAccounting FundamentalsFundamentals of Supervision & ManagementGoing Green at the WorkplaceLearn to Buy and Sell on eBayWow, What a Great Event!Small Business Marketing on a ShoestringStart and Operate Your Own Home-BasedBusinessCreating a Successful Business PlanNonprofit Fund-Raising EssentialsExplore a Career as a ParalegalExplore a Career as a Pharmacy TechnicianExplore a Career in a Dental OfficeTwelve Steps to a Successful Job SearchPERSONAL DEVELOPMENTGet Assertive!Get Funny!Healing Through HypnosisKeys to Effective CommunicationCertificate in End of Life CareCertificate in GerontologyIntroduction to Natural Health and HealingGED PreparationSAT/ACT PreparationGMAT PreparationGRE PreparationLSAT PreparationDiscover Digital PhotographySecrets of Better PhotographyPhotoshop Elements 8 for the Digital PhotographerLuscious, Low-Fat, Lightning-Quick MealsGoing Green at HomeAssisting Aging ParentsUnderstanding AdolescentsSpeed Spanish I and IIWhere Does All My Money Go?Personal FinanceIntroduction to Stock OptionsKeys to Successful Money ManagementCreating K-12 Learning MaterialsSolving Classroom Discipline ProblemsDifferentiated Instruction in the ClassroomSurvival Kit for New TeachersResponse to Intervention: ReadingStrategies that WorkReady, Set, Read!Singapore Math: Number Sense andComputational StrategiesSpanish for the ClassroomSpanish for Medical ProfessionalsSpanish for Law Enforcement ProfessionalsTeaching Smarter with SMART BoardsTeaching Adult LearnersWRITING & PUBLISHINGWriteriffic: Creativity Training for WritersGrammar RefresherThe Keys to Effective EditingGet Grants!A to Z Grant WritingWriting Effective Grant ProposalsBeginning Writer’s WorkshopBeginner’s Guide to Getting PublishedEffective Business WritingWriting EssentialsWriting for ChildrenTravel WritingWriting for ESLCOMPUTER & TECHNOLOGYComputer Skills for the WorkplaceIntroduction to Microsoft Word 2010Introduction to Microsoft AccessIntroduction to Microsoft ExcelIntroduction to Microsoft PowerPointIntroduction to Microsoft PublisherIntroduction to Microsoft Project 2010Introduction to Illustrator CS3Introduction to QuickBooks 2009 & 2010Performing Payroll in QuickBooks 2010Introduction to Adobe InDesign CS4 and CS5Photoshop CS4 for the Digital PhotographerAdobe Flash CS5Introduction to C++ ProgrammingIntroduction to Java ProgrammingIntroduction to CSS and XHTMLHelp for the HelpdeskIntroduction to PHP and MySQLCreating Web Pages I & IIIntermediate DreamweaverIntermediate SQLIntroduction to Dreamweaver CS5Creating a Classroom WebsiteDesigning Effective WebsitesAchieving Top Search Engine PositionsIntroduction to NetworkingIntermediate NetworkingWireless NetworkingIntroduction to ProgrammingIntroduction to PC SecurityBasic CompTIA® A+ Certification PrepCompTIA® Security+ Certification PrepCompTIA® Network+ Certification PrepPMP Certification Prep 1College + Community • Summer 2011 12

community skills centerThe Community Skills Center at the Maywood ParkCampus offers self-guided computer and officeskills classes designed to upgrade your job skillsand enrich your life.• Flash drive is required for all classes• Instructors always available to answer questions• Open seven days a week• Register and begin classes at any time• Set your own schedule to meet requirements• Take up to 10 weeks after you register tocomplete a courseTO GET STARTED:1. Register anytimeCall 503-491-61002. Purchase textbook and suppliesin the Maywood Park BusinessOffice3. Receive a one-on-one orientationand start classCOURSE FEES:$90 plus cost of textbook unlessotherwise stated (subject to change)COMMUNITY SKILLS CENTER SUMMER TERM HOURS:Monday, Wednesday10 a.m. – 7 p.m.Tuesday, Thursday10 a.m. – 9 p.m.Friday10 a.m. – 5 p.m.Saturday9 a.m. – 1 p.m.SundayNoon – 4 p.m.Beginning Computer for ESLGEN6BE$90 ($80 Senior)Computer basics for students with limited Englishskills. This class takes students with intermediateEnglish reading skills through the basics of usinga computer to perform elementary tasks. Learnabout Windows, simple documents, the Internetand email. Prerequisite: Low-intermediate ESLreading proficiency.Beginning Computers for SeniorsGEN6BN$65 ($55 Senior)This self-guided course teaches about Windows,word processing, email and the Internet.Instructional help is available in the lab.Introduction to the Internet & EmailingGEN6CIA$90 ($80 Senior)Learn the skills to locate websites, shop safelyonline and search the Web for specific information.You will also learn the skills for Web-basedemail to communicate with friends and family.Prerequisite: Windows.Data Entry Skill BuildingGEN6DB $110 ($100 Senior)This class focuses on business projects and includeslessons in keypad, alphanumeric and figure-symboltimings. Increase your speed and accuracy!Prerequisite: Basic Keyboarding by touch skills.Proofreading at the ComputerGEN6DF$75 ($65 Senior)Improve the quality of your written communications.Brush up on your knowledge of grammar and learnhow to get the most out of your word processor’swriting tools. Class teaches simple methods ofproofreading used by professional proofreadersthat you can apply to any document.Dreamweaver Level IGEN6DWA $120 ($110 Senior)Learn the fundamentals of Web design, how to definea website and create and format Web pagesusing design elements such as images, tables,colors and templates. Prerequisite: Working knowledgeof Microsoft Windows and a Web browser.HTML BasicsGEN6HTM $90 ($80 Senior)Learn to plan, design, develop, test, publishand maintain a website. Class will cover themechanics of creating, editing and linking toother websites. Prerequisite: Windows.Security and MaintenanceGEN6MS $75 ($65 Senior)This class is a non-technical, easy, fun way to learnhow to protect and maintain your home computer.Understand security risks you may encounter andthe actions needed to overcome them. Keep yourPC running smoothly with regular tune-ups.Keyboarding BasicsGEN6OB$90 ($80 Senior)Designed for individuals who have little or no trainingin typing or keyboarding, this course offerstechniques that will help students to memorize theorder of the keys for speed and accuracy. Classwill concentrate on typing without looking at thecomputer keyboard or backtracking to fix mistakes.Keyboarding Skill BuildingGEN6OC$90 ($80 Senior)Intended for students who need to refine andfurther develop speed and accuracy. Learnthe symbols and numeric keys. Increase yourproductivity while enhancing your marketability!Prerequisite: Ability to keyboard by touch.Keyboarding FormattingGEN6OD$90 ($80 Senior)After the completion of this course, a student shouldbe able to format the most commonly used letter,report, memo and table types encountered in theclassroom, business or personal settings. Prerequisite:Ability to keyboard by touch.10-Keypad on the ComputerGEN6OE$90 ($80 Senior)Designed to teach the computer numeric keypad bytouch with speed and accuracy using industry standards- great for people in data entry, accounting,office administration, insurance, banking, financeand any other work that requires numeric input.Fundamentals of PhotoshopGEN6PH $120 ($110 Senior)Use this popular software to explore digitalimaging techniques through this hands on, projectorientedcourse. This step-by-step approachteaches how to edit photos, use selection tools,create and manipulate layers and much more!Windows 7GEN6WN$90 ($80 Senior)Learn the latest Microsoft operating system,Windows 7, in a quiet and friendly atmosphere.This self-guided course focuses on Windows7 fundamentals with an emphasis on the filemanagement skills you need to master today'scomputers. Perfect for first time computer users!Beginning Windows XPGEN6WXP $90 ($80 Senior)Explore Windows XP in a step-by-step self-guidedformat. Focus on Windows XP fundamentals withan emphasis on folder and file management skills.Perfect for first time computer users!13Mt. Hood Community College

Community Skills CenterCommunity EducationPublisher - Level IGEN6YBC$90 ($80 Senior)Learn how to create great publications fromscratch or use one of the hundreds of businessand personal designs in Publisher. Highlightsinclude creating and editing a publication,designing a newsletter, customizing a tri-foldbrochure and creating an email letter.Publisher - Level IIGEN6YBD$90 ($80 Senior)Expand on the text and graphic techniques coveredin Level I. Create an interactive website, businesscards, letterhead, logos, labels, envelopes, addresslists, form letters and execute a mail merge. Prerequisite:Publisher - Level I or consent of instructor.Microsoft Office EssentialsGEN6YOA $120 ($110 Senior)An introduction to Microsoft Office Suite, emphasizinglearning the basics of Word, Excel, Access andPowerPoint. Students will also gain knowledge of theWindows user interface and file management skills.Microsoft Office Essentialswith KeyboardingGEN6YOB $180 ($170 Senior)Gain an introduction to Microsoft Office Suitewhile learning to type. Learn the basics of Word,Excel, Access and PowerPoint and Windows userinterface and file management skills. Learn totype by touch to build speed and accuracy withthis self-guided keyboarding program.Microsoft Office Essentials Level IIGEN6YOC $165 ($155 Senior)Expand your knowledge of the Microsoft OfficeSuite by performing more advanced assignments inWord, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. Topics includeformatting Word documents, working with chartsand formulas in Excel, querying and maintain Accessdatabases and designing PowerPoint presentations.Discover how each program can be used to producequality business documents you can be proud of!Prerequisite: Introductory knowledge of MicrosoftWindows, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint.Access 2007 - Level IGEN6ZAA $90 ($80 Senior)Learn to create and enter data, extract data (queries),build efficient front-ends for that data (forms)and publish the results in an easy to read format(reports). Prerequisite: Windows.Access 2007 - Level IIGEN6ZAB $90 ($80 Senior)Master intermediate Access tools and techniques tocreate a user friendly database, present your data inattractive reports and forms and create macros thatmake a database intuitive for a computer novice touse. Prerequisite: Access Level I or consent of instructor.Excel 2007 - Level IGEN6ZEA$90 ($80 Senior)Learn how to build a basic spreadsheet, create anembedded chart and use formulas, functions andformatting. Use your new skills to complete calculations,make decisions, graph data and developprofessional-looking reports. Prerequisite: Windows.Excel 2007 - Level IIGEN6ZEB$90 ($80 Senior)Streamline and enhance spreadsheets withtemplates, charts, graphics and formulas. Topicsinclude financial tables, data tables, amortizationschedules; create, sort and query tables; templates;and work with multiple worksheets and workbooks.Prerequisite: Basic Knowledge of Excel.Outlook 2007GEN6ZMA $75 ($65 Senior)Outlook is commonly used in business to communicateand coordinate with colleagues. Discoverhow to send, receive, reply to and forward emailmessages. Organize your schedule and events;maintain contact lists, to-do lists and notes.Prerequisite: Windows.PowerPoint Level IGEN6ZPA$90 ($80 Senior)Create professional-looking slide shows.Modify layouts to create custom slides to fit yourspecific needs and enhance your information.Add illustrations, shapes, custom backgrounds,transitions and diagrams. Prerequisite: Windows.PowerPoint 2007 - Level IIGEN6ZPB$90 ($80 Senior)Produce presentations with visual and audioelements that will be remembered by your targetaudience. Learn how to create, revise and reusea presentation to fit your needs and make ananimated self-running presentation. Prerequisite:PowerPoint - Level I or consent of instructor.Word 2007 - Level IGEN6ZWA $90 ($80 Senior)Word is a full feature word processing programthat allows you to create professional lookingdocuments. Explore ways to create flyers, letters,memos, resumes and more. Discover techniquesto enhance your documents by adding borders,pictures and images.Word 2007 - Level IIGEN6ZWB $90 ($80 Senior)Extend your basic skills and knowledge ofWord and create more intricate and varieddocuments. Topics include formatting, tablesand lists and new features such as merging,envelopes, mailing labels, multiple columns, textboxes and WordArt. Prerequisite: Word - LevelI or consent of instructor.Word 2007 - Level IIIGEN6ZWC $105 ($95 Senior)Learn the most advanced features and functionalityof Word including; integrating Word with otherprograms, collaborating on documents, managingdocument versions, adding reference marks andnotes and using XML. This is an ideal course forexperienced users who want to fully utilize Word.Prerequisite: Intermediate knowledge of Word.QuickBooks 2008GEN7DQ $120 ($110 Senior)QuickBooks helps you eliminate stacks of paperworkand manage your customers, vendors,products and financial data easily in orderly lists.Extract information from these lists to generate accurateand professional looking invoices, billingstatements and payroll checks. Prerequisite: Basicknowledge of accounting and small business.Basic Business Writing TechniqueGEN7GR$90 ($80 Senior)Those who write well get noticed and are valuedin an organization. This class will teach you howto write with a purpose, avoid common errors andproofread and apply business editing techniques.Review your grammar skills and punctuation andlearn how to create a variety of business documents.MS Office Business SimulationGEN7OS $120 ($110 Senior)Produce practical and realistic business projects.Complete assignments that require the creation ofdocuments, forms, presentations, worksheets anddatabases tools for a business. Prerequisite: Workingknowledge of Windows and MS Office Suite.Photoshop PlusGEN7PH $120 ($110 Senior)Expand your knowledge of Photoshop: discoverhow to fix photographs by removing flaws,re-sizing, correcting exposure and utilizing thehealing brush tool. Prerequisite: Basic knowledgeof Windows and Fundamentals of Photoshop.Strategies for Job SeekersGEN8JS$135 ($125 Senior)What are the important skills for getting andkeeping the right job? The job finding processinvolves self-assessment, networking, writing excellentcover letters and resumes, and interviewingsuccessfully. This course helps you gain the confidenceneeded to find your ideal job!Medical VocabularyMO16S$110 ($100 Senior)This non-credit course teaches the basic elementsof medical words (prefixes, words, roots andsuffixes) and abbreviations to prepare you toanalyze, define and build medical terms that aremost commonly used within health care.College + Community • Summer 2011 14

small business development centerThe Mt. Hood Community CollegeSmall Business Development Centeris part of the Oregon Small BusinessDevelopment Center Network. Weserve new and established businessesby providing:• Access to small business resources• Confidential business counseling at no charge• Information and referral services• Practical, affordable trainingTO REGISTER:Go to mhcc.edu/sbdc, call 503-491-7658 or emailus at BizCenter@mhcc.edu. Register for the classa minimum of 72 hours before the start date.LOCATION:Classes are held at either the MHCCSmall Business Development Centerat 323 N.E. Roberts in downtownGresham ( † ), or at the MaywoodPark campus at 10100 N.E. Prescott,Portland, OR, 97220 ( ‡ ).TO CANCEL:Call 503-491-7658 or email us atBizCenter@mhcc.edu. Cancellations72 hours or more prior to seminar willbe given a 100 percent refund.No refunds for cancellationswithin 72 hours of seminar.SEMInARS ANDWORKSHOPSTo register call 503-491-7658WebMentorHave an expert Web Designer guide youthrough creating a website for your business.Program includes one-on-one sessions with aWeb Developer. Through six classes and six individualmentor sessions, WebMentor will guideyou through the process of creating a professionalwebsite:Session 1: Writing great content for yourwebsiteSession 2: Constructing the architectureof your websiteSession 3: Creating user-friendlynavigationSession 4: Designing visual appeal foryour websiteSession 5: Marketing with social mediaSession 6: Building a Web presenceWebMentor Program Testimonials:"Best program and value in the Portland Metroarea! My site has already paid dividends!"Steve Abrew, Cascade Business Support"The WebMentor program offered by the SmallBusiness Development Center is fabulous! Theprogram gave me the training and knowledgeto help design a professional website as well asthe skills needed to update my site as my businessgrows. A truly excellent and valuable programfor any small business owner." Mary Pierce,Pierce Insurance ServiceDate: 7/9–9/24 † Every other SaturdayTime: 4 – 7 p.m.Fee: $395, class size limited to 8 businessesGoing into Business: Start Smart!Get your start-up questions answered here! Thisseminar is a must if you have a business ideaor just opened your doors but still have somequestions. What should you know before gettingstarted? Topics to be covered:• How do I figure the money it will take?• How do I target my customers?• Is this a good time to start my business?• Should I buy or lease?• Where can I find some financing?• What are the first steps to getting mybusiness started?• What do I need to know about registeringmy business and with whom?• What kinds of record keeping am Irequired to keep?Attendees are saying::"Excellent class! Well taught!”“A good starting point -Thank you!"Date: 7/14 † , 8/11 † or 9/8 †Time: 6 – 9 p.m.Fee: $55, class size limited to 20QuickBooks Bootcamp 1Getting Started with QuickBooksTwo-Day Hands-On Training in QuickBooksNew to QuickBooks or have little bookkeepingexperience? This is the workshop to get youstarted right using the best selling accountingsoftware. Learn to navigate in QuickBooks, enteryour sales and pay your bills.Date: 7/19 & 7/21 †Time: 9 a.m. – noonFee: $129, class size limited to 8QuickBooks Bootcamp 2Making QuickBooks Work for YouTwo-Day Hands-On Training in QuickBooksCreate and customize a company in QuickBooks.Discover QuickBooks’ built-in features that helpyou better understand your financial data tomake better management decisions. This classis for people who have completed QuickBooksBootcamp 1 or have bookkeeping experience.Date: 8/2 & 8/4 †Time: 9 a.m. – noonFee: $129, class size limited to 8QuickBooks Bootcamps 1 & 2 are loadedwith bookkeeping tips and techniques. In eachworkshop, students will use QuickBooks on ourcomputers. Training is done using a sample companyand includes a free, individual follow-upsession with the instructor. Sign up for Quick-Books Bootcamp 1 & 2 for $229 (save $29).Bookkeeping for Small BusinessGet a big picture overview of the essentialfeatures of a good bookkeeping structure andprocessing guidelines. Learn about the managementof money flowing in and out of your business,including owner contributions and draws.Date: 7/12 †Time: 9 a.m. – noonFee: $55, class size limited to 20How to Write a Business PlanThree hands-on sessions to write your businessplan including financial projections and marketinginformation that will support the plan.Date: 7/20 † , 7/29 † & 8/3 †Time: 9 a.m. – noonFee: $135, class size limited to 20† = MHCC Small Business Development Center at 323 N.E. Roberts, Gresham. ‡ = Maywood Park campus at 10100 NE Prescott, Portland.15Mt. Hood Community College

Small Business Development CenterCommunity EducationHow to Get a Business LoanGet the answers to these questions:• What is the current access to capital?• What are some sources of capital?• What banks are lending?• What are lenders really looking for?• What are the steps to getting a loan?• Am I bankable? What do I need to know?• If I'm not bankable, how can I get bankable?• What if I get denied?Date: 8/12Time: Noon – 1 p.m.Fee: No charge, class limited to 20Legal Issues for Small BusinessLearn how to protect yourself and yourbusiness while writing business contracts, hiringemployees or dealing with business partnersand independent contractors. This seminar isoffered in partnership with the law firm YoungTwedt McRostie LLP.Date: 7/26 or 8/23Time: Noon – 1 p.m.Fee: No charge, class limited to 20Marketing Your Small BusinessA two-day marketing class that covers thefollowing aspects of marketing:Day 1 - Understanding your favorite customers,their demographics, their pain, how theythink and what words they use to refer to yourproducts and services. Crafting a marketingmessage that covers how your product orservice will take away their pain and why youhave the best solution for them.Day 2 - The best ways of getting your marketingmessage to your favorite customer. This includestraditional media like mail, print, radio and TV andall of the associated instruments. It also stresses theuse of the Internet and the power of social mediaand covers the Web, email and social networkingsites like Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube,YELP and Foursquare. It also covers the use of publicrelations to build your company image.Date: 8/18 † & 8/25 †Time: 1 – 4 p.m.Fee: $65, class size limited to 20Contracting With the GovernmentSmall businesses face challenges when tryingto win federal, state and local governmentcontracts. The Small Business Administrationcan help small businesses work through thesechallenges. This class provides an in-depthapproach to discovering and seeking contractopportunities available as well as the possiblemarketing tools that may assist in selling yourproduct or service to the government.Date: 7/6 † or 8/17 †Time: 9:30 a.m. – noonFee: No charge, class size limited to 20Building a Successful Websitefor Your BusinessLearn the basics of creating and managingyour website. Know the key elements of a userfriendly website and how to direct customers toyour site to promote your products and services.Date: 7/29 †Time: 9 – 11:30 a.m.Fee: $55, class size limited to 20Using Social Marketing to PromoteYour BusinessLearn how to incorporate social media toolssuch as Facebook and Twitter to promoteyour business and attract new customers. Theinstructor will discuss the do's and don't's ofsocial media marketing.Date: 9/16 †Time: 9 – 11:30 a.m.Fee: $55, class size limited to 20Small businessWebinarSTo register call 503-491-7658Participate in these workshops from yourbusiness or home.To register: Call 503-491-7658 or email us atBizCenter@mhcc.edu. You must register for theclass a minimum of 72 hours before the start date.Buying or Selling a BusinessThis Webinar will guide you through theprocess of transferring ownership of yourbusiness to a family member, employee, partneror an outsider. Expert advisers on businessexit strategies will present strategies for thevaluation of your business, tax implications oftransferring the business and financing optionsfor the potential owner of your business. Learnabout the importance and process of an exitplan. This seminar is offered in partnership withthe law firm Young Twedt McRostie LLP.Date: 7/13 or 8/10Time: 11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.Fee: No chargeHow to Build a Website for Your BusinessIn this Webinar you will learn the basics ofcreating a successful website for your smallbusiness. The instructor will present tools tobuild your website, as well as Web hostingoptions to publish your site on the Internet.Date: 7/15 or 8/26Time: 11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.Fee: No chargeStarting Your BusinessLearn the basics of opening a small businessin the State of Oregon: How to register yourbusiness name, open a business bank accountand obtain a tax ID number for your business.Date: 7/22 or 8/19Time: 11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.Fee: No chargeBasic Business BookkeepingGet a fresh perspective on designing a bookkeepingstructure that yields the best financialinformation for managing your business. Includestips and strategies for the chart of accounts anddata management for customers and A/R, vendorsand A/P, inventory and point of sales.Date: 7/7 or 9/15Time: 11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.Fee: No chargeImprove YourEnglish SkillsMejore sus habilidades de InglésУлучшить знанияанглийского языкаNâng cao trình-độtiếng Anh của bạnESL and ENLClasses(English as a Second Language andEnglish as a Non-native Language)ReadingWritingListeningSpeakingPronunciationClasses atall times!VeryAffordable!Gresham Campus. . . . . . . 503-491-7333Maywood Park Campus . 503-491 6100Rockwood . . . . . . . . . . . . . 503-491-7333Español. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 503-491-7675mhcc.edu/esl • mhcc/edu/enlCollege + Community • Summer 2011 16

usiness & industry workforce trainingWe offer personalized, innovative services to prepareyour company to compete successfully in the globalmarketplace. If employees aren’t up-to-date incurrent industry standards, the Business and IndustryWorkforce Training (BIWT) at Mt. Hood CommunityCollege can design affordable training programs tostrengthen a business’ workforce, enhance leadershipskills, improve productivity and increase profitability.BIWT can provide customized training, including:• Basic skills• Communication skills• Computer skills• Continuing education for professional licensing• Industry-specific training• Leadership and supervisory skills• Specialized, in-demand training such as LeanManufacturing/Lean Contractingand other career fields• Workplace language classesEmployer clients workingwith MHCC include:• Boeing• Boring Fire Department• City of Gresham• Danner-La Crosse Footwear• Horizon Air• Leatherman Tool Group• Microchip• Tri-MetFor more information: call 503-491-7235or email workforce.training@mhcc.eduCONSTRUCTIONSite Strategies forEnergy & Fuel EfficiencyThis course serves as an upper level in-depthstudy of best management practices that can reducedemand for energy inside and outside thebuilding through sustainable landscape design,construction, operations and maintenance. *Thiscourse fulfills the CCB’s new continuing educationrequirement for two hours of SustainableBuilding Practices.Date: 7/20/11Time: 10 a.m. – noonPlace: Maywood Park CampusFee: $99 *CCB-RCE (2 hours core)Building Analyst & EnvelopeProfessional TrainingPrepare yourself for the fast growing energy efficiencyindustry. Earn two Building PerformanceInstitute (BPI) Certifications in eight weeks ofweeknight and weekend classes—without havingto take time off from your day job. The buildinganalyst training will prepare you for (BPI) nationalcertification testing.Date: 6/15 – 7/22/11Time: Wed. 5:30–8:30 p.m., Sat. 9–1 p.m.-or-Date: 7/27 – 9/2/11Time: Wed. 5:30–8:30 p.m., Sat. 9–1 p.m.-or-Date: 9-Day intensive course 7/7 – 7/16/11*Time: Mon.–Fri. 8 a.m.–4 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.–1 p.m.*Begins on Thursday; no class SundayPlace: Maywood Park CampusFee: $2,995Weatherization TechThis course is designed to train students howto properly weatherize existing buildings andhomes. The student is presented with an appropriateoverview of weatherization industry,along with industry standards, codes and bestpractices. Students will learn about buildingscience basics, overview of systems within thebuilding and innovative techniques and materialsused to make a building more energyefficient. Student will also receive field trainingwhere they will perform weatherization andrepair activities, including weather stripping,caulking, several types of insulation, duct sealing,water heater blankets and miscellaneous airleakage repairs.Date: 6/20 – 7/1/11Time: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.–1 p.m.Place: Maywood Park CampusFee: $2,995Sustainable Site PlanningThis course serves as an upper level in-depthstudy of site planning so that contractors can applybest management practices to improve theshort and long-term sustainability of new andremodeled sites. Students will work in breakouttables on relevant activities that will give themimmediate hands-on experience in applyingthe learning outcomes. *This course fulfills theCCB’s new continuing education requirement fortwo hours of Sustainable Building Practices, plusone elective hour.Date: 8/3/11Time: 9 a.m. – noonPlace: Maywood Park CampusFee: $149 *CCB-RCE (2 hours core plus 1elective hour), LCB-CEH (3 hours technical)Best Practices for SustainableSites under ConstructionThis course serves as an upper level in-depthstudy of how contractors can apply best managementpractices to protect natural resources. Theimportance of sediment prevention and erosioncontrol as well as limiting disturbance during constructionwill be emphasized. *This course fulfillsthe CCB’s new continuing education requirementfor two hours of Sustainable Building Practices.Date: 8/17/11Time: 10 a.m. – noonPlace: Maywood Park CampusFee: $99 *CCB-RCE (2 hours core)LCB-CEH (2 hours technical)LEED in the REAL World: LEED GreenAssociate Certification PrepThe LEED in the REAL World education programis a comprehensive look at the Green Buildingindustry. The course covers each of the LEEDGreen Building Design and Construction ReferenceManual, including: Sustainable Site, WaterEfficiency, Energy & Atmosphere and IndoorEnvironmental Quality. The Innovation in Designcategory is interwoven into each section throughstrategies and REAL world examples.Date: 7/7/11Time: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.Place: Gresham CampusFee: $299 *8 CE Hours-or-Date: 7/12/11 & 7/14/11Time: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Place: Gresham CampusFee: $299 *8 CE Hours17Mt. Hood Community College

Business and Industry Workforce Training Community EducationOSHA 10-Hour Construction SafetyThis class meets OSHA’s 10-hour training certificationrequirement and provides best practicesin health and safety for construction workers,job supervisors and anyone involved in the constructionindustry.Date: 6/15/11 – 6/16/11Time: Weds & Thurs. 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Place: Maywood Park CampusFee: $169PROFESSIONALComputer TroubleshootingSave time and money for your business or familyby learning how to properly maintain and troubleshootyour desktop or laptop PC. Studentswill learn to properly perform memory andperformance evaluations, set up or troubleshootInternet connections, back-up data, improveperformances through updates and virus or spywareprevention/removal, perform upgrades tomemory and install components.Date: 7/12/11 – 7/26/11Time: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.Place: Gresham CampusFee: $99Accounting for Non-AccountantsDesigned for owners, directors and managers ofagencies, nonprofits and traditional businesses,this course will cover important accounting fundamentalscritical for sound decision making inany organization. Students will receive an overviewof accounting language, common mistakes,cash flow, balance sheets, credits and debitsledgers, A/R, A/P, cash accounting, accrual accounting,cost allocation, job costing, adjustingentries, tax reporting and much more.Date: 7/6/11 – 7/20/11Time: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.Place: Gresham CampusFee: $99Spanish for Educators – Level IThis basic Spanish course is designed forteaching professionals, counselors and administratorswho communicate with Spanish-speakingstudents and their families. Participants study relevantvocabulary, grammar, pronunciation andcultural aspects in educational environments.Date: 6/22/11 – 8/24/11Time: Wednesdays 6 – 8 p.m.Place: Gresham Campus, TBAFee: $199Emergency Medical Technician, BasicEmergency medical technicians (EMTs) assessand administer emergency, on-site medical assistance.With your high school diploma, youcan enter into the basic training certificationprogram and progress from there. Salariesbegin around $15-20 per hour and can go ashigh as $60,000 a year depending on yourlevel of training. The EMT basic program willprovide you with hands-on experience in howto perform physical exams, assess trauma, administeroxygen, perform airway maintenance,semi-automatic defibrillation and administermedication. The EMT-Basic course and certificationis the first step to earning certification asan EMT-paramedic.Date: 9/26/11Time: Mon. & Wed. 5 – 8:30 p.m.Place: Bruning CenterFee: $1,545Sustainability, Health and Safety Program Presents:learn to design, develop&The Sustainable Building Adviser Program(SBAP) is a non-credit program specificallydesigned for professionals working in theareas of architecture, engineering, design,developing and contracting who wish tocreate environmentally responsible and costeffective buildings.The program is organized in nine monthlyweekend sessions (Friday to Saturday). Allsessions are presented by expert instructors inan interactive format with hands-on exercises,site visits and cross-sector applicability.Program Objectives:● Analyze the costs and benefitsof incorporating sustainablebuilding measures● Assist in the education and trainingof staff in sustainable buildingbuild GREENin the Sustainable Building Adviser program● Establish a sustainable design goalfor project development● Establish competencies in applyingLEED, Earth Advantage andother relevant criteria or establishedguidelines● Identify and discuss the key practicesof sustainable building● Take advantage of financialincentives and technicalassistance offered bygovernment, utilities andnonprofit organizations● Work with architects,designers, builders, buildingoperators and utilitiesto improve a building’sperformanceNext class beginsOctober 2011For additional informationand registration pleasevisit the programwebsite at: mhcc.edu/sbapor call 503-491-7235College + Community • Summer 2011 18

non-credit online career trainingMt. Hood Community College, in partnership with GatlinEducation Services, offers online training programs formany in-demand occupations. Professionals from eachrespective field provide effective, up-to-date Webbasedinstruction.• Courses are not MHCC credited classes and cannot besubstituted for courses required in a degree program• Each program includes everything needed to succeedincluding books, lessons, quizzes and assignments• Enroll and begin study at any time• Instructors/mentors are available to respond to anyquestion or concern, as well as encourage andmotivate you to succeed• Most programs can be completed in less thansix monthsTO REGISTER:For more classes or to registergo to mhcc.edu/gatlinor call 503-491-7572PROGRAM:Each program includes a set oflessons and evaluations; gradesare a combination of the instructor’sevaluation of student's work andcomputer graded tests. GatlinEducation Services provides qualityas well as the convenience ofanytime, anywhere learning!This is only a partial list of our many class offerings.For a complete directory, please visit mhcc.edu/gatlin.BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONALAdministrative Professional with Microsoft Office Specialist $1,995Professional Bookkeeping with QuickBooks 2010 $1,895Certified Bookkeeper $1,795Certified Green Supply Chain Professional $1,595Certified Mediator $1,595Entrepreneurship: Start-Up andBusiness Owner Management $2,095Microsoft Office Specialist 2007 $1,895Nonprofit Management $2,095Legal Secretary $2,095Search Engine Marketing $1,895Technical Writing $1,595HEALTHCARE AND FITNESSAdministrative Medical Specialist withMedical Billing and Coding+Medical Terminology $2,295Personal Fitness Trainer $2,095Personal Training and Group ExerciseTraining for Older Adults $2,395Pharmacy Technician $1,995Veterinary Assistant $1,795IT AND SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENTAutoCAD 2011 $2,395Cisco® CCNA® Authorized Certification Training $1,995CompTIA A+ Certification Training $1,695Help Desk Analyst: Tier 1 Support Specialist $1,495Microsoft Office Specialist 2007 $1,895Microsoft Web Developer $1,995Web Database Developer $2,195MANAGEMENT AND CORPORATECertified Alternative Dispute Resolution Specialist $2,995Certified Mediator $1,595Management for IT Professionals $2,095Management Training $2,095Purchasing & Supply Chain Management $2,095MEDIA AND DESIGNDigital Arts Certificate $5,595Graphic Design with Photoshop CS5, software included $2,495Multimedia Arts Certificate $5,595Webmaster $1,795Residential Interior Designer $1,995SKILLED TRADES AND INDUSTRIALBuilding Analyst Quick Start Program (BPI BA Certification) $1,195Certified Green Supply Chain Professional $1,595Freight Broker/Agent Training $1,695Home Inspection Certificate $2,095Performing Comprehensive Building Assessments $695Senior Certified Sustainability Professional $2,495SUSTAINABLE ENERGY & GOING GREENCertified Indoor Air Quality Manager $795Certified Indoor Environmentalist $895Principles of Green Buildings $595Solar Power Professional $1,695Wind Energy Professional $2,19519Mt. Hood Community College

Moving the College ForwardDr. Ski and Larry Collins-Morgan with MHCC Student Government Leadersnumbers of people of all ages andbackgrounds. I see the Collegebecoming a real leader in servingour growing diverse communitiesby expanding “distance learning”opportunities and implementingother new education deliverymethods. I also see an expandingnumber of “green” partnershipswith business, putting MHCC in therole of an environmental leader.Q]What advice would you giveto current MHCC students?Dr. Ski: Never give up on yourdreams. MHCC has opportunityaround every corner, and whereveryou want to go, you can get therefrom here. And I would also saytake advantage of all the supportand services you’ll find on the campuses—caring,inspiring and dedicatedadvisers, counselors, facultyand tutors.Q]What do you think of thework student governmenthas done?Dr. Ski: I give great kudos to thestudent government leadershipand Larry Collins-Morgan,president, and his leadershipteam. I, and the collegecommunity in general, includingour College Board members,have been very impressedwith this student governmentleadership team. From theirefforts to engage the board,administration and staff invarious discussions, to increasingcommunications through socialmedia, to finding effective waysto keep students engaged withcampus developments and issues,to their very successful efforts toimprove campus safety, they haveshown that student governmentis a relevant force for change andimprovement.Q]If you could make one changeto MHCC, what would it be?Dr. Ski: Wow…how about abrand new campus and abillion-dollar endowment? Butseriously, if I could make onechange it would be to have ourentire community really understandand fully appreciate theincredible value of the educationand training this College providesto everyone in the community,and that we get only 23 percentof our funding from the state. Justabout everyone associated withMHCC changes lives and destinies.The value we provide has tobe powered by our generoussupporters, from money for scholarshipsand great teachers, to thefacilities that provide a learningenvironment. For MHCC to thriveand to accomplish its mission,everyone has to play a role andtake on part of the responsibility.What better way to recognize Dr. Ski for his many contributions to MHCC than to make a donation to a scholarship in his name?For information or to make a donation, please contact the MHCC Foundation at 503-491-7206 or mhcc.edu/foundation.22

PERIODICALSPOSTAL CUSTOMERECRWSSPhoto by Tanja OlsonHow One Couple Planned forthe Future – Theirs and MHCC’sWhen Larry and Mary Zoe Petersen decided toinvest their money, they weren’t just thinkingabout their own future – they were also thinkingabout the many students who attend MHCC andwork hard to build better lives for themselves.After 30 years as owner and operator of GreshamOptical, the Petersens decided a few years agothat it was time to sell their business and retire.However, selling their business would incur a largetax liability, so they set up a charitable gift annuitythrough the MHCC Foundation.The results are a resounding win-win. Thanksto their investment in an annuity, the Petersensreceive monthly income for life, a charitable taxdeduction and provide a lasting legacy that willhelp more students achieve their dreams.“I was concerned when I heard the number onereason students with children don’t complete theireducation is because of child care issues,” said MaryZoe, who is a longtime member of the MHCC FoundationBoard. “I believe education is the key to success,and I hope this money will make it possible formore people to finish school.”Larry & Mary Zoe PetersenCharitable gift annuities are a great way to planfor your future and, at the same time, benefitthe College. Here’s how they work: You agree todonate a particular asset or sum of money, andin exchange, the Foundation agrees to provide aguaranteed income stream, depending on your age,to you and/or your loved ones for life.For more information, or to learn how you can putdreams within reach for students in our community,please visit mhcc.edu/foundation, or email usat give@mhcc.edu or call us at 503-491-7204.Thank You to the Petersens – and to YOU – For Your Support of the MHCC Foundation!This schedule is published to provide information to the general public. Every effort is made to ensure accuracy at the time of printing. However, the statements contained here are not tobe regarded as an irrevocable contract between a student and the College. MHCC reserves the right to change or cancel a class at any time and to alter stated policy by action of theMHCC District Board of Education. Course offerings may be adjusted for economic reasons and students are urged to register early.