Palm Beach Community College - Galleon Yearbook (Lake Worth, FL)

Text from Pages 1 - 36 of the 1979 volume:

n 4, j— I 7 CONTENTS 2. Dedication 3. South Campus 4. Glades Campus 5. North Campus 6. It ' s Just The Beginning 7. Clubs 8. Galleon Beachcomber 9. Literary Section 25. Keeping Fit 26. Intercollegiate Athletics 28. Student Profiles 30. Never Too Late 31. Discovering Europe 32. Foreign Students Graduation .M...- - The Galleon is published each fail and winter semester by the Graphics Arts program at PBJC. This magazine is funded through the Students Activities fee and represents the student voice on Campus. The opinions thus expressed are in no way to be attributed to the PBJC administration, staff or faculty. The literary section is a product of contributing students. We would like to express our thanks to Mr. Watson B. Duncan, Mr. Rueben Hale, Mr. Gene Arant, for judging the entries submitted to this section of the Galleon. Special thanks to our advisor John Correll. -editor in chief -production editor -photography editor V ' STAFF Advisor- John Correll Editor in chief- Robin Franklin Production editor- Caroline J. Fragiacomo Photo editor- Jim Stover Layout and pasteup- Gary Gallagher Diane McGee Process Camera- Scott Voipe Photography- Crystal Edwardson Amelia Mcintosh Denise Therriault Coung Nguyen Cover photo- Gary Gallagher Cover design- Denise Therriault Inside cover- Amelia Mcintosh Literary cover- Gary Gallagher Contributing staff- Pam McDaniels Al Ortez Jamie Johnson Georgia Garza Kathy Miller N. PHOTOGRAPHY George Trushel-lst place Gail Scanlon-2nd place Judy Hawthorne-3rd place Tatlana Venero-4th place Robert Gonzalez-5th place Dennis Baker Sharon Brown Skip Campbell Jim A. Husky Bob Shanley Jim Stover POEM Robert Beri-lst place Valerie Bassett-2nd place Jorge Pineda-3rd place John M. Deisch Caroline J. Fragiacomo Robin Franklin Kathi Irish Diane Ste. Marie Cathy Matthews Amelia Mcintosh Barbara Mills Sarah Palmer Tish Palmer J. T. Roberts Maurice Smith David B. Stover ART f Mary Beth Atkinson-lst place John Zack-2nd place Judy Hawthorne-3rd place Sandy Ballard Crystal Edwardson Caroline J. Fragiacomo Kim Van Overloop Ill Dedication ||ll Every year the Galleon staff dedicates the Galleon to a notable member of the faculty or staff. This year Palm Beach Junior College is proud to dedicate this 1979 winter term Galleon to Mr. Larry Tuttle, our Department Chairman of the Criminal Justice Department. Mr . Tuttle received his B.S. and M.Ed degree from Florida Atlantic University and his A.A, degree from George Washington University. Mr. Tuttle, who has been the Department Head for eight years, retired from the army in 1966 and has been teaching here for a total of thirteen years. Mr. Tuttle said that he learned, quite aiot from his students here at Palm Beach Junior College and would like to see more people with majors other than law or law related majors taking more classes in the Criminal Justice Depart- ment. When asked to state one of the most rewarding moments during his years of teaching here at Palm Beach Junior College Mr. Tuttle replied, Watching students graduate and continue on to a University or obtain a good job in their related field has to be one of the great- est assets for a teacher. Mr. Tuttle has gained much respect and admiration l from the student body because of his great enthusiasum for teaching. Being one of the student ' s favorite teachers in the Criminal Justice Department, Mr. Tuttle has been described as a real teacher by students. Mr. Tuttle who ' s classes thrive on complete involvement by every student, is known for his ability to make students want to learn. Although he has been offered numerous jobs, Mr. Tuttle plans to retire after this 1979 winter term has ended. He also plans to live in the Carolinas for six months, and in Florida for six months out oi every year. Another activity on Mr. Tuttles list will be plenty of traveling. When asked whether or not he will keep in touch with the Police Administration or the law field Mr. Tuttle said that there really is no way to avoid something that you have spent your whole life at, as he put it simply, It ' s in your blood . Having enjoyed it here at Palm Beach Junior College Mr. Tuttle stated, It has been the epitomy of my career . Mr. Tuttle also said that he appreciated the good relationships he has had here with the students and the staff of P.B.J. C, and that he shall miss them all. Good luck in the future iiC Crystal Edwardson -.dodI ps- Located midway between the Palm Beaches and Ft. Lauderdale in Boca Raton, is the campus of Palm Beach Junior College-South. Operating in co-operation with Florida Atlantic University, PBJC-South offers incoming students a fine faculty, broad range of studies, various extra-curricular activities, and a friendly campus atmos- phere. incoming students wary of the quality of the faculty needn ' t worry at PBJC-South. Dr. Dan Terhune manages the Math Department which includes courses in General Math, Algebra, Trigonometry, Calculus, and Statistics. Dr. Pete Krieger is at the helm in the Science Department. Science courses become an interesting educational exper- ience when Krieger applies his educational experience to courses such as Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Zoology, and Environmcnial Conservation. Dr. Leonard Bruton is the skipper in the fields of Social Science, Political Science, and American History are overshadowed only by his effect- iveness as a teacher in tune with the students. Drs. Collins and Turk are co-departmental heads for the large English Department. With the wide variety of courses in Composition and Literature available to the student, it becomes evident why this tandem effort is needed, inaeed Drs. Turk and Collins are two very competent and cap- able instructors. You say you ' re into athletics? Well, fear not! South intramural sports clubs open to students include Softball, Football, and Basketball. There are also a variety of Physical Education credit courses which range from Gym- nastics and Volleyball to Bowling and Basketball. There is truly enough to keep even the most avid sports nut busy. But what most people attend South campus for is the relaxed, mellow atmosphere. The FAU campus is spacious; offers plenty of space to study, recreate, and just plain relax. It also offers the flavor of the upper division school (FAU) for students thinking ahead of their education. Al Ortez -« DDO| n n if kDuL Palm Beach Junior College Glades is growing in many ways. The first College and Career Day, coordinated by Mr. Freddie Harrell, was held on February 5th. There were 25 representatives from colleges, business firms, and indus- tries. Aproximately 600 people attended, including stu- dents from the Glades campus as well as juniors and seniors from the area high schools. On march 4th, the Alpha Delta Nu Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa held its induction ceromonies for five charter mem- bers: Greig Llewellyn, Dianne Miller, Ellen Blackwell, durance Anthony and Paulette Woods. The Phi Theta 4 Kappa Chapter hopes to bring in new members and is sponsoring various activities at the Glades Center. There are 800 students now enrolled at PBJC GLADES, including students in the Continuing Education Courses. Some of the Continuing Education classes that have been offered are: cake decorating, photography, floral designs, conversational French and defensive driving. We anticipate additional courses and a greater community involement in the future. Also, Florida Atlantic University holds six classes per term on the Glades Campus, with nearly a hundred students enrolled in these undergraduate classes. Georgina Garza and Kathy Miller -« oD0[] mpy: ■SOON PALM BEACH JUNIOR COLLEGE NORTH CtmiS . ' ' ■ ' • ' ■ U ' Mr. Robert D ' Angio, who is a very familiar and respect- ed figure at PBJC-North, will be retiring and leaving the area at the end of the Winter term this year. As Director of Palm Beach Junior College North, he has witnessed much change and growth since he came to the North Campus five years ago, at which time, classes were held at Palm Beach Gardens High School, and there was an enrollment of aoproxomately two hundred students. Curently, there are fifteen hundred students; day classes are held at the 45th street, FAU Campus, and evening classes are held at Suncoast and Palm Beach Gardens High Schools, as well as Howell Watkins Junior High, Westward Elementary and the Com- munity Mental Health Center. As a result of twenty eight years of service in various schools in Palm Beach County, Mr. D ' Angio has seen many changes in the area. However, he feels that the new North Campus on PGA Blvd. will be the most classical and pro- gressive campus in Florida and that the location is superb because the surroundings will remain natural for the future. Mr. D ' Angio will miss the exciting growth of PBJC-North into the $15-25 million plant envisioned by Dr. Edward Eissey. However, his real regret is that he must leave the students, faculty, secretaries, and custodial staff at the North Campus. What will he do next? He is planning to move with his family to a town sixteen miles west of Ashville, North Car- olina. The elevation is 3025 feet, the air is fresh, the trees are green and ...there are no tourist. Mr. D ' Angio has been building a house there during the past five years. He will first complete the house then if he should choose to do so, he will lecture and do consultant work in the area. Mr. D ' Angio said in closing that he would like to thank Dr. Eissey for the opportunity to serve as Director of the North Campus; under whose leadership he feels the entire junior college system in Palm Beach County would be second to none. Everyone at the North Campus will greatly miss Mr. Robert D ' Angio, however we all wish him iHe best of everything in the future. ' 4 Pamela McDaniels II mill Campus Humor |||lii ' This may either be a warning to the new students, or hashing over old times with the veterans of PBJC. In this article I hope to touch upon most of the crazy and frus- trating problems with which most of us come in contact. The first day and the first problem. Registration!! Lines are long, tempers short and information is scarce. Statistics show that if a student can endure registration then the odds are that he will have no problem with school. Registration is a time for luck and definitely not for logic, or knowledge. If the classes are offered the chances are the person in front of you will take the last seat in the class. Here is a helpful hint. The registration line always seems alot worse when the computer reads out that your schedule has been rejected because of a two dollar ticket. Or even worse, a 25 library fine. So for your own mental and physical well being, only stand in line once. Please pay your fines. Next step is the bookstore. The lines are shorter but just as much fun. It has been said, The reason for tuition being so low is so you can afford books. Also don ' t forget the bookstore buys back used books at abused prices; just joking! The bookstore gives you a fair price for your books, that is if you collect coins. After leaving the store, and if you still have some money, there is a cafeteria where you may sit and relax with a nice hot cup of coffee or tea. Now, if you order anything else I don ' t guarantee the first feeling you ' ll have will be relaxation. The food at school? Well, words could never justly describe it. This is one way to get me to class. When you are on the other side of campus, and do not have time enough to enjoy the cafeteria, there are vending machines which will cater to yours needs, especially if you ' re a gambling type of person. I found that the safest thing to do is to become really fat over the summer so you can diet during the school year. This way you save money, time and your health. In a short period of time you will notice our campus police. They are called Security. ' I will let you in on a little secret, they are about as secure as Pantry Pride stock. The only way to keep from getting a ticket is not to park. Do what I do, leave your car running and you won ' t get a two dollar ticket. jamer James This machine plays double or nothing. 6111 THIS is going to get me through the day?? n ' , --ooD[][] |yb PODo - Being of service to the college, as well as the community, is the main goal behind the members of the Sales and Marketing Club, also known as Deca. Under the leadership of Mrs. Ruthanna Widdows of the Business Department, Deca members get in- volved in whatever they possibly can. For example, last semester the Deca activites included collecting can goods at Thanksgiving and distributing them to less fortunate families, collab- orating with the YWCA in working with abused wives and children, organ- izing the annual fashion show spon- sored by Deca that is open to every- one, and various other services that the school may request them to do. Deca, along with Phi Theta Kappa, the honorary fraternity, get involved in a blood drive for the community each year. Each spring, the March of Dimes Organization gets a great deal of support from the Deca students. Spring activities also includes involve- ment in the Homecoming activities, student government, and competition in the annual state Deca convention. Students compete at the state level and the winners go on to the national level and compete with 37 other states each summer. Last year. Palm Beach Junior College sent students to the state convention, and just as in past years, these students qualified to continue on to the national convention. This year ' s Dan Hendricks- advisor to the Phi Theta Kappa DECA Club convention will be held in Houston, Texas and Palm Beach Junior College Deca students will be there for competition. How do full time students, that have part time jobs find time to get all of these activities and services accom- plished? Well, the key to their success is determination, hard work, and a faithful sponsor like Mrs. Widdows who is willing to devote her time. If involvement and good times is what you are interested in, Deca is inter- ested in you!!!! Since 1918, tne national organ- ization of Phi Theta Kappa, a honorary fraternity, has recognized intellectual achievement in American two-year junior colleges. The organ- ization establishes local chapters of Phi Theta Kappa, which is part of the national organization. Palm Beach junior College is part of the Delta Omicron Chapter. In the past few years, the south and north campuses of Palm Beach Junior College were chartered as independent chapters, and according to sponsor Dan Hen- dricks of the Business Department, the Glades campus is presently seeking chartcrship. Membership in Phi Theta Kappa is of the junior college student who has established academic excell- ence of at least a 3.2. Each year, the national organ- ization establishes a theme for tlie local chapters to work by. This year ' s theme is entitled, A man ' s brilliant future, a time for creativity. Phi Tlieta Kappa also has an annual state convention. Last fall, Palm Beach Junior College was elected the state chapter, as well as receiving recogni- tion for various other activities. To say that Phi Theta Kappa members stay busy is a slight under- statement. Mainly, Phi Theta Kappa tries to be of service to the college and community. How you ask? Well, Phi Theta Kappa members can be seen as ushers at school plays or at commencement. In collaboration with Deca, Phi Theta Kappa members are working for the annual blood drive in Palm Beach County. Other services and activities are carried out during the year to help those less fortunate than ourselves. Phi Theta Kappa is also acknowledged by the school as being available to help whenever necessary. Proof of Phi Theta Kappa members academic excellence can be seen through the tutorial program that is available to the students at Palm Beach Junior College. Tutors are available in any subject upon request free of charge. Phi Theta Kappa, with the help of Florida Atlantic University, also aw- ards two scholarships for transfer stu- dents to Florida Atlantic University each year. As you can sec, Phi Theta Kappa is working to keep involved and busy. Does having good grades mean being a bookworm? OF COURSE NOT!!! L Amelia Mcintosh 7 Iteom DOd- The Galleon is produced by the Productions Graphics class and is advised by Mr. John Correll. It is published in two volumes, fall and winter with each semester having a different staff. The literary magazine is published by the Galleon in one semester using the talented works of students in poetry, short stories, photography, and drawings. The fall semester staff consisted of Jill Williams as editor in chief, Debbie Johns-production editor, David Basil-photo editor, and Lynn Anita Barlo, Melanie Bouton, Sharon Brown, Joe Conrad, Jon Flah, Gail Scanlon, Gary Sprague, Nora Barraza, Nancy McClean, Nilene Perry, and Barry Underwood as the contributing staff. This semester the winter staff is Robin Franklin-editor in chief, Caroline Fragiacomo-production editor, Jim Stover-photo editor, and Crystal Edwardson, Gary Gall- agher, Diane McGee, Amelia Mcintosh, Cuong Nguyen, Denise Therriault, and Scott Voipe are the contributing staff. By working on the Galleon, the students get experience in their career choices which are majors in photography, advertising design, commercial and graphic art or fine arts. The Galleon tries to cover many of the activities, special events and sports. There are many special interest items on students, including day students, night students and exten- sion campus students. Caroline J. Fragiacomo - 0D[][ ©hooinnb The Beachcomber is known to all as the Voice of Palm Beach Junior College. This newspaper covers campus happenings from clubs and athletics to student govern- ment, and student gripes. The Beachcomber is printed once a week, free to all students. The staff advisor is Dr. Noble and there are six major editors, Celia Vock and Laurie Mann-editors ' in chief, Diane Genneken is the feature editor, Rodney Cook-sports editor, Bob Shanley- photo editor. This year three layout artists were added with Jill Williams as layout editor. The business manager is Mary Williams and the circulation manager is Connie Johnson. The Beachcomber is active in student affairs as well as the printing of the paper. The newspaper, other than giving the reader news of the happenings on campus, also gives the writers and editors great experience. The staff attends workshops during the year which mainly judges quality of articles, editorials, art work, photos, and layouts which frequently receive awards. The Beachcomber is made up of a competent volunteer staff concentrating on making our newspaper both inform- ative and interesting. The staff are experienced in their chosen jobs of layout, editorials and photography. The Beachcomber is an important part of our college makeup, and adds to the personality of the college. 9g Caroline J. Fragiacomo Do- , £ vm A X V W . i fr ' -o UTERflRY section The sea and I have places to meet By chance it will be excellent By probability it will be good Together we seem as one something like us No Limitations are set so I can give my full potential It is total freedom rolling in whe ' rever A creation of God ' s perfection. Gail Scanlon Suggestion Judge not, only be. Time will take you on and on through the worlds in space. Gravitate to a place. Be the host of yourself and The quest of things around you. Robert Beri first pJace poetr H© you thought that iii was you thought that i was crazzzzzy.... see if i tell you you any more secrets.. ..you wanted to put me away you know how i hate crowds crouds.... you know, and you still were gonna put me away to one of those places where the walls are soft, and the grass is green they ask me to paint with my hands.. i dont like to paint with my hands mama liked fire, daddy liked details, and i liked to run, especially with you, but not anymore see my gun, so clean and ah so pretty so shiny bang bang goes the gun no, I wont fire„„„i wont kill you. not this way at least cant wait cant wait di dring drink your drink tonite those roooooms for fools, thats whre wjere you wanted to take me why, why did you want to betray me i told you my secret where the bodies were tose great bodies of water and you i saw you come of out of the place today mama like fire, daddy liked delails, and i liked to run....and i cant any more do i scare you%%%? dark lines.. ..i d see them on my face... so dark cold irom shadows and you wanted them in fromnt of me again soorrrrrrrryyyyyy, but they wont be there shhhhhhhhhh it is a secret how shhhhhhhh i di did it yoes i did it is a secret and im not gonna tell you anymore shhhhhhhhhhhhh you can come see me come to where the trees are always green, and the clean grass smell s of sweet kitty green come seeeeee mama liked fire, daddy liked details, and i like to run. ..can you catch me? i think not i dont like to paint with my hands why did you do that????? see if i tell you anymore of my secrets, did you know that daddy liked fire, and mama liked detailsssss???? and i like to run. catch catch me.. .bring your net im a butterfly species of what my white suit friend calls the lunny bird catch me i take after my mama and daddy i like fire, robin franklin MARY BETH ATKINSON 2nd Place John Zack 11 LOOK AT ME THE LONELY ONE WHO RAN A RACE AND NEARLY WON THE ONE WHO ROSE AT THE BREAK OF DAWN STUMBLED AND FELL BUT CARRIED ON LOOK AT ME A GIRL SO YOUNG WHO WROTE A SONG THAT WAS NEVER SUNG THE ONE WHO WAS STRIPPED OF ALL HER DIGNITY AND HELD UP AS AN EXAMPLE FOR ALL TO SEE YES, LOOK AT ME THE AMERICAN BLACK WHOSE ONLY WISH IS TO GO BACK TO AFRICA WHERE I BELONG A PLACE WHERE I CAN BE FREE AND STRONG. CATHY MATTHEWS A BEE IN PASSING ALU IS NOT NAUGHT. SOME IS AND SOME IS NOT. IF TWO ARE, WHOLEHEARTEDLY THE REST MAY OR MAY NOT BE. OR EVEN IF NOW IS JUST A MINUTE AND THE MERE DENOUEMENT OF A BAD HOUR I ' LL TELL YOU ONE THING, MY LOVELY FLOWER, I ' M GLAD I ' M IN IT! SARAH PALMER 1 DARE NOT LOOK BACK. THE ROADS MY SOUL HAVE TRAVELED ARE NOW HIGHWAYS FOR THE WOLVES. A CHANGE OF STEP OR SLOWED DOWN PACE CAN BRING INSTANT DESTRUCTION. I VENTURE ON AHEAD TO OBVIOUS DOOM. BE THERE A CHANCE TO DECEIVE DESTINY? WHAT CLEVER GUILE MAY I DEVISE? CAN I ALTER TIME ' S CONSUMING RHYTHM? TOO MANY QUESTIONS SLOW DOWN MY STEPS. I HAVE TO KEEP UP WITH THE CLOCK. BE IT SMALL BLUNDER OR HASTY DECISION WITH A SHIP FOR TOMORROW I MUST DOCK. I FEELTHROUGH THE DARKNESS, I HEAR DEATH ' S DEEP SIGH. WILL THIS BE THE LAST DEEP SPACE STATION? I STEER THE SHIP CLOSER I CAN HEAR FURIOUS SOUND AT LAST I ' VE REACHED SYNCOPATION. AFTER THIS NOTHING BUT BLUE, A MYSTERIOUS HUE. NOT QUITE SKY, NOR MAGENTA, SEEMS A COLOR FROM AFAR, FROM SOME WARM PLACE WHICH STANDS THE D EST RU CTI V EN ESS OF TIME. JORGE PINEDA t ' ; p:W ' ? ' - - THE GOD IN US YOU ' RE NEVER ALONE NO MATTER WHERE YOU ARE WHEN YOU CAN SEE THE SUN  . jj. YOU KNOW GOD IS THERE. V - ' ' tft AND WHEN WAUUS SURROUND YOU ' ' ' V AND THE SUN CANNOT BE SEEN FEEL YOUR HEART BECAUSE GOD IS THERE TOO. DIANE STE. MARIE WHEN ALL DEEDS ARE DONE AND ALL GLANCES GIVEN WHEN TONGUE REFUSED TO SPEAK AND EARS TO LISTEN, WHEN SIGHS ARE MOANS AND BREATHS BECOME RASPS, WHEN ALL TEARS ARE CRIED AND TRUTH HAS FLED, ONE VOICE IS HEARD A LONE CUPID STOOPS, AND WITH GENTLE WHISPER REMINDS ME THAT THERE IS LOVE. KATHl IRISH MICHELANGELO THE ART, THE HISTORY, THE LOVE AGAIN, THE CREATION, THE CHAPEL, AND THE PAINTER IS FREED. ROBIN FRANKLIN POETRY POETRY IS THE STAFF AND I AM THE SHEPARD; PAPER IS THE MEADOW AND WORDS ARE THE SHEEP. 1 INSPIRATION IS THE HEART 2 AND CRITICS ARE THE WOLVES. ROBIN FRANKLIN I u It drifted by upon a passing breeze And barely did I pause to see it there. Another current sped it past some trees. Then, suddenly, the wind had gone elsewhere. Hov ' ring, berh of moving air it fell, A glint of silver headed towards its end.! I stood, entranced by some peculiar spell. And watched (through tears) the crystal drop desend. Trust! Hope! Have Faith! I hear my conscience shout To spare such fragile things you must believe In foolish sweetness, caring, reaching out. But the breeze returns prepared to retrieve Its toy. Too late I snatch my hand away. The bubble breaks. and Love is yesterday. Barbara Mills Take my hand and follow me off we will go to a dimension never explored not to be afraid for we are protected. An outburst of radiance comes from ahead. We are the key to life and what doors to be opened are only up to us. Gail Scanlon Hi On The River The moon isn ' t out, The river rats dance just the same. I sit here evasive. (There ' s Erin driving that poor IVIoron of a dog into a frenzy) I ' m watching these humans play Their equations of love to the hilt. I should be out dancing with the River rats, clacking my teeth clicking my nails white belly exposed. (I ' m weak in the knees from that Foul river dance) The moon isn ' t out. The river rats dance just the same. I play my equations of love To the hilt. I hear footsteps in the alley cats on the walk- claws out all. Tis half moon, foggy. Swamp rats swamping, they only want themselves they only want themselves; they only want themselves; a stream-up in mid-course, between this shore and that. Static keeps you guessing and confused. All the players are playing. You ' re in the corner keeping your voice from crack holding your eyes from blur. We think we all know in our sweet, sweet corners. Face the wall. Hear your own voice echo. My strings are old- They strain and screech against the sweet chord that you play. Tish Palmer --V ' ,1 :. ■v% r ' ' Pk: 1 li . tv V ■i-. ' X THERE IS A BROOK DOWN THE WAY, IT IS VERY CLEAR THE PEOPLE SAY. I AM NOT ALLOWED TO GO THAT FAR, NOR AM I ALLOWED OUT THE DOOR. FOR I AM BLIND AND CAN NOT SEE THE THINGS THAT LIVE AROUND ME. CATHY MATTHEWS Change If I am going to be hated for what I say. Than hate me; If I am going to be feared for what I do. Than fear me; = If you cannot accept me as I am. Than cast me aside. For I shall not change. David B. Stover Life So much like life is the old oak tree. That everyone who passes must stare; Yet every time you look at it. You ' re dared to climb once more; ; But once the sap has dribbled your pride, Impulse will carry you on; The fear of heights will make you look up. Only to see you ' re almost there; But it ' s the last few twigs that will get you there. Only to climb one more. David B. Stover If a writer Can put his heart in yours Then truly He has succeeded. robin franklir) Separate Spaces If someone said the blue sky you saw above you was peppermint-striped and tried angrily to convince you. You might wonder at her sanity. And yet, isn ' t that what happens when two people try to talk about what is in their hearts? I might see mountains where you see only pebbles or sunshine where trees are winter-dead for you. And if I get angry or cold as ice because you can ' t see what I do aren ' t we wedged even further apart? If I care enough for you I ' ll just be glad for all the times We do see the same things And sometimes I ' ll even strain my eyes -—— to see your peppermint-striped skys. G rowing Up Make sure that in your growing-up you have strong limbs. For someone is going to try climbing you to get to the top. David B. Stover Valerie Bassett second place Saying goodbye is so hard to do memories flooding by with kisses not to be forgotten The secure feeling when you hold me in your arms Your voice soothing bad thoughts away and replacing them with promises of love whispered in my ear Drained of emotions and feeling when you ' re away. I have to be with you to start feeling like me again Thinking of you-thinking of us together once again. Caroline J. Fragiacomo Somebody cares if your day is bright, if your skies are blue if your heart is light. If the plans you make work out for you If your dreams and wishes all come true. Somebody cares if you ' re feeling fine, and I hope that this poem of mine, with warm and friendly thoughts of you will show that somebody cares for you. Amelia Mcintosh CAFETERIA 101 SPENDING TIME IN THE CAFETERIA IS TIME WELL SPENT IN MEETING OTHERS AND FINDING HOW THEY ' RE BENT. ENJOYING OTHER ' S COMPANY WITH STUDIES INTERSERSED. GIRL WATCHING AT TIMES WHEN I ' M NOT MEMORIZING MY LINES. EXCHANGING G REETINGS NAD NODS WITH PEOPLE I HAVE MET, AND FINDING OTHERS THAT I DON ' T KNOW YET. ABOUT THE BEST PART OF THE COLLEGE BIT IS CAFETERIA ONE-OO-ONE BECAUSE EVERYBODY AUDITS IT. JOHN M. DEISCH CAROLINE J. FRAGIACOMO 1 Making music is... as finding a new fruit in ttie orcfiard of ttie mind to taste and chierish forever, to help guide me when I ' m blind, to capture that hidden word drifting on oceans of sounds to know of true love ' s devotion which only in heaven abounds, to see evil pure as white and taste its bittersweet flower, to need someone in the night to cry for love ' s tender hour. Making music my vice be, melodic lust I desire. With my mistress I shall seek harmony ' s consuming fire. Music is... The very hallowed battleground where Gods defy chaos. Jorge Pineda third place 1st Place Mary Beth Atkinson Day Dreamer h i  i •53 In a field of whieat and tiay Watching the sun I silently lay Looking at birds as they softly fly Letting the world just pass me by Memories I thought were long since past Come once again, they will always last As tears flow softly down my cheek I find my mind so lost and week Clouds of emotion drift on by I see the color changing the ski Rise and walk a way This is all my mind can say Yet I lie so perfectly still Watching the sun set over the hill. Cathy Matthews SHE IS NEAR BETWEEN THE WAVES AND EACH PEBBLE OF SAND, PASSES ONE WHO FOLLOWS DEEP, RANGING OVER CORAL, DIADEMA, PHYSAUIA, LEVIATHAN, ALL FOULED BY THE HAND OF MAN. SHE HAS POWER AND A BEAUTIFUL FACE, PERFECT IN FORM, SHE TOUCHES THE LIVES OF MEN AND ANY WHO WOULD CALL HER NAME. SEARCH UP ON HIGH WITH SUPPLICATIONS, YOU WILL BE ATTENDED WITH GRACE. THE SWEET DOVES AND DOLPHINS WERE TO PLEASE, RISES OUT OF THE FOAM TO STING YOUR HEART, WINDS AND RAIN FLEE BEFORE HER. THOSE WHO;VE SEEN HER NOT, WALK IN DARKNESS. UNTOUCHED BY MAN EXCEPT FOR THE GOLDEN HANDS OF PRAXITELES. MAURICE SMITH You Black Joyful Word Black as silk darkness of my raven nights The smile and profile You ' re a dreamful sight The smartness is nature itself wise with its beauty your sweetness is truly felt why look so innocent of what ' s in you Maintain little lady and be yourself you more than over-do My, your girlish style yes that can walk down any style aisle smile again and show that beautiful thin chin Again smile Profile, you sweet lovely words of joy. Someday the factory of man Will give you a beautiful strong boy You black joyful word how could one say good-bye With you in mind and soul It will be more like winter ice. J.T. Roberts Serenade When he with confined ardour sings I feel the very sou! within me springs. A brilliant light does spark within his eye; and quick changes all that once within was shy. Softly puring out soul, life, and loves As his quiet spirit takes the wings of doves.. Kathi Irish 4 jBDoo- When asked, What does keeping fit mean to you?, many students in- terpret it as being in good physical condition. When questioned, Dick Rusche said, It ' s a personal feeling to each individual. Actually being physi- cally fit, means being able to go through a regular day without being physically exhausted from your daily activities. Talking to a few students, at Palm Beach Junior College, they seem to have daily routines in which they jog a half mile to a mile a day. Other students preferred swimming rather than jogging because they say, It ' s better exercise because you use every muscle in your body. Some students would rather participate in group sports. Besides the obvious physical benefit, they also like a chall- enge. Tennis, involving concentration, great legs and strong arms is a perfect example. Likewise, golf has many en- thusiasts who like being outdoors and use this sport as another means of keeping fit Diet is important and how you spend your leisure time. You should be active instead of sitting at home. Even though many students at PBjC are not sitting at home, many don ' t have the proper diet, quoted Dick Rusche. Although the students I talk- ed to seemed to have three meals a day, many of them skipped breakfast, and ate junk food for lunch, but had a good dinner that consisted of meat, vegetables, and fruit. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day since it gives you the energy to start the day right. Also, I found out that fish is al- most a forgotten food to some stu- dents since they prefer steak and chops. There are many ways of keep- ing fit and having fun at the same time. So grab your favorite partner and run a mile. 9 Scott Voipe ' II III Intercollegiate What comes to mind when you hear the word softball? Probably the image of a person pitching a ball, or some- one running to catch that bail and get to the proper base in time, but there is far more work involved in softball than meets the eye. John Anderson, head coach of girls softball for the past two years; and assistant coach prior to that explains that the girls must run one mile before and after practice. To help the girls play so well, they must run one half mile any time an error is made. I am sure that few mistakes are made in that case, and it also would explain why the team has been so successful in the past. Last season ' s team consisted entirely of freshmen, and out of 54 games they won 33 times. In 1974, the team won the state championship and this season ' s team looks like a real winner as well. The softball season began February tenth, and will end April third. All the girls from last season will return, with the exception of three. Nadine Erb will do most of the pitching, and Lisa Turdo from Cardinal Newman will help out this season ' s team. With practice daily from three to five, I am sure the girls will all be in shape for the national competition in Ft Dodge, Iowa in May. This is the first time for junior colleges to partake in national competition. With fund raising events, practice and games; I am sure that these energy filled ladies will knock them all dead this season!! Debbie Ruday, coach of woman ' s golf, was proud in announcing that they came in fourth over fourteen schools in the Peggy Kirk Bell tournament on January 29 and 30. The team has been playing since September and will con- tinue through May. The woman ' s golf team is the only team that plays four year colleges as well as junior colleges. I am sure that their winning streak will last for the rest of the season. Nice going ladies!!!!! Men ' s golf started the 26th of February and will end the 30th of April, with state championships on May first and second, explains coach J im Simon. It looks like a good season ahead and we wish you all luck!!!!! 26 Athletics ||lli III I hope that the weather man is on your side this season. If all else fails; you can be sure that the students at Palm Beach Junior College are on your side of the net!!!!! February marked the final weeks for the men ' s basketball team at Palm Beach Junior College this season.. They had been playing since the 17th of November and finished up t he sea- son by the 16th of February. The final tournaments were held on the first, second, and third of March, at Stetson College in Deland, Florida. Head coach Joe Cervolo and his assistants Willie Gibson and Nick Bar- berie have put in much time and effort into this team, but let ' s also take a look at all the other people be- hind the team who helped cheer them on. The cheerleaders, athletic director and Dr. Eissey are among the suppor- ters. January 18 was the start of the season for the ladies in tennis. Coach Julio R. Rive explains that they will play until April 5, and tournaments will begin the 6th and the 7th, at Hillsborough Country Club in Tampa Florida. February 27th marked the opening day of the men ' s tennis season. Tom Griffith is the coach for the men ' s tennis team, and they will play through April 12. Student assistant coaches deserve a lot of credit for their time involved with the team as well as John Ander- son and Dick Anderson; for it is the people behind the scene that adds to the success of the players on this season ' s Pacer Basketball team. 1979 should be the best season for the Pacers baseball team. They hope to win it all. Although they have only nine returning sophmores. The season started January 14th and ends in April. Jf • Diane McGee 11127 Every student at Palm Beach Junior College is an inter- esting individual, as well as an outstanding student is some way. Previous students, as well, are all outstanding in some field. The following interviews are examples of some stu- dents at Palm Beach Junior College. In the Dental Assisting program, Dawn Dickman, Julie Fisk, and Janie Holt were interviewed. There are fifteen girls in the Dental Assisting program. When asked how they liked the program, they all agreed that they love it, it really keeps you busy. The program is to teach the student to be the capable right hand of the dentist. However, Dental Assisting is not just for future Dental Assistants. Some students take the program before enter- ing into Dental Hygine, or Dentistry. The program is geared for the patient, he is the most important person. When asked what the requirements of the program were, they answered, If you like people, and want to help them with their needs. That is the biggest requirement... person- ality. Dawn Dickman, Janie Holt, Julie Fisk There are many satisfying areas in Dental Assisting; For example, when someone with an oral disease comes in and you help him look better, you feel satisfaction. The first thing most people notice are either teeth or eyes, and it is satisfying to be a part of that. You have to motivate the patient into wanting to keep his or her teeth in good condition. You can ' t be shy with the patient, you have to be aggresive, and not afraid to talk to them. This term the Dental Assisting pro- gram went to Elementary Schools, (for Childrens Dental Week) to show child- ren the proper way to brush their teeth. It ' s very important to start good dental care when you ' re young. They also learned CPR (Cardiac Pul- manary Recessatation) emergency treatment, along with a six week internship. A lot of credit should go to Mrs. Sharon Whitehead, and Ms. Pat Sha- pins. agreed the girls. Among the many other things they teach us, they also teach us to be professionals, which is very important Dress is of major importance. A patient would Mark Cain not want jewelry in his face, for example. Future pilot Mark Cain has been interested in aeronautics since he was old enough to walk. I guess since I come from a Navy family, and they all flew. Mark ' s hopes are to become a commercial pilot. At 25 hours flying time, he only has 15 more till he has his private pilot license. After four years of school, Mark plans to enter the Navy reserve for a jet pilot I like being up front; I like flying the planes. I have some friends that work for Delta and East- ern Airlines, and they let me up in the cock-pit. Mark rents his planes at the airport and is presently flying a Piper Charokee Warrior. I moved up from a 150 because I started doing stunts with it. It ' s a good program here, and Mr. Bussell is a great teacher. They tie in outside flying (receiving three cre- dit hours) with class assignments. French sculptor Robert Beri has been sculpting for several years. At the age of 27, Robert came to the United States from Paris and has been here for over four years, Sculpting is a beautiful media to explore. A way of life; expression. It is the way I express myself. I prefer working in the third dimension. Unfortunately, most learn in a two dimensional way. We have not been taught in the three dimen- sion. Our thoughts are usually put on paper, yet we live in a moving atmos- phere. You can feel the harshness or the warmth of it and the texture. Robert was an Electronic Engineer, but found it wasn ' t in his spirit, so he painted for a while until he even- tually found sculpting. As for the media used, it is wood, steel, bronze, or marble; it all depends on how I feel at the time. For the moment I am in- volved in marble, a subtractive tech- nique. For each media, there are diff- erent tools for each desired effect. Finding the materials can be a difficult situation, I go to flea mar- kets, junk yards, scrap metal places, friends, and garage sales. I find good materials to work with and save a lot of money, but it takes quite a bit of time. Florida is unlike New York, or Washington D.C. in that there is no law for decorating buildings with art, and there should be. Not necessarily sculptors, but fountains, or any other form on art. Robert becomes so involved in his sculpting that he becomes unconcious of what is going on around him. His works vary upon his moods, ranging from naive and realistic to semi ab- stract. He has sold several of his works, and puts some of himself into each of his works. Theatre major Tom Hanson would like to go into Technical Theatre at Tampa this fall. Tom is taking Public Speaking this term, and working three jobs in order to save enough money to go over to London to run in the marathon. I run a lot, and really enjoy it. Tom first began his interest in theatre when it was the closest thing offered to majic, which is one of his interests. I have learned a lot about people. I ' ve learned how to handle an audience well from Mr. Bussel (my speech teacher) who is presently in Holloywood, California performing ventriloquism. He originally inspired me. All the teachers in the depart- ment are terrific, and I ' ve gotten a lot of confidence from listening to Mr. Duncan talk. Mr. Duncan gets the audience interested in the way he talks; which is really important. I ' ve learned to be more lively in my voice, and control my audience. These are just a few of the out- standing students at Palm Beach Junior College. Many of the individ- uals who have already graduated from J.C. have gone on to success in their own field, actor Burt Reynolds for example. Some of the students are the faculty of the campus today. Rob in Franklin T K(Wnf% CRAZYMOHSt '   ,-„ CtNTRAl BANK ol f  CW ' Tom Hanson Robert Beri -oodd[]: o iilll Never too Late Senior citizens are a welcome part of the student body at Palm Beach Junior College, in both day and night classes. Any individual who has reached the age fo sixty-five by registration is eli gible for senior citizen benefits. Registra- tion is on the final day to drop or add classes and senior citizens may only sign for classes which already have a vacancy in it for them. Senior citizens may register for two classes at a reduced fee. Tuition is only $4.00 per class and they do not have to pay the activity fee. Why would a senior citizen decide to come back to school? Many of them are motivated to come back to school for reasons other than to get a degree. Compan- ionship, a useful way to occupy time, and involvemet in the community are other reasons for starting school again. George Hemberger, a student at the south campsu, decided to come back to school first to fill hsi time fruitfully and second because he feels you are never too old to learn something new. George, formally an engineering student, is now majoring in journalism. He feels it is a challenge f or him going back to school but he loves every minute of it. As a hobbie, George sings and plays his guitar at nursing homes to help give some happiness to others his own age less fortunate than he. George does not feel uncomfortable about going to school with other students much younger than he. He says there have been no problems and that no one has made him feel uncomfortable about his age. Most younger students look up to him and respect him for the years of experience that he has behind him. George plans to go to Florida At- lantic University after he finishes PBJC. He is motivated to learn and lives by his philosophy on education- you are never too old to learn. Sylvia McDaniel, originally from Pittsburg, is going back to school purely for pleasure. She is not pur- suing any type of degree so the classes she takes are for her enjoyment only. Time was hers to spare before she started taking classes here but now she is as busy as ever. She says meeting new people has been one of the many assets of going to PBJC. She doesn ' t mind the age difference between her and most of her fellow students but she says she is teased by her grand- children about being a student again. Getting into school as a senior cit- izen is as easy as it is for someone just out of high school. A high school di- ploma or its equivalent (from the Gen- eral Education Development Tests) is sufficient. There is no reason why anyone should feel unable to attend school, regardless of age. We are seek- ing the further use of the college by the senior citizens. Workshops, non- credit courses, and lower tuition fees are all part of this effort. Palm Beach Junior College has miich to offer the senior citizen, as it does anyone else. The senior citizen also has a lot to offer this younger generation. Denise Therriault 30I ' Ill ill||Discovering Europe||llii ' There are probably very few peo- ple who have not wished they could drop everything and pack it off to Europe. However, fearing expensive air fares and skyrocketing prices, many soon put such thoughts aside. Most fee! they must wait until they are financially secure before they can throw money into traveling abroad. But, it should be realized that many burdens come with this security. In just a few years most of us will be tied down to homes, jobs, and families. Young people are at the best time of their lives for expanding their hori- zons. The Old World has always drawn us back. As the birthplace of Western Civilization, Europe provides a great learning experience, a cultural look in- to our own past. Seeing all this first-hand is not as difficult as one might think. True, there can be a lot of preparation in- volved, and the value of the American dollar is a bit unpredictable, but a pos- itive attitude and a little research can go a long way. You may be surprised to find there are many ways to overcome money problems. One of the most obvious being the off-season rates that apply to the air, rail, and hotel industries. A few phone calls may give you the in- formation you need, or you may want to talk with a travel agent. A good travel agency can help you plan your trip and will usually take an interest in young people as they may be future business. If you do have a plan, it is a good idea to write for travel brochures on the countries you wish to visit. Most European Countries have a Bur- eau of Tourism here in the United Sta- tes. They can give you a wealth of in- formation, from accomodations and tipping customs, to sightseeing and even weather. If you plan to cover a lot of ground, rail travel is your best bet. (Intra-European air fares being as they are: two or three hops between cities; might cost you as much as your trans- atlantic flight.) This is where a Eurail- pass can be a great advantage. With this card you can simply board your train, (be sure you have the right car) find a compartment to your liking and you ' re on your way. You ' ll have to- tal freedom to wander the continent, and will almost always find interesting traveling companions. A eurailpass must be purchased here at home prior to departure. Ran- ging from $190 for fifteen days to $460 for three months, the Eurailpass gives unlimited first class travel. For those under 26, a Eurail Youthpass is quite a bargain at $260 for two mon- ths of second class travel. Both are valid in Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Holland, Itlay, Luxembourg, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweeden, and Switz- erland. They also provide free passage on some ferries and steamers and usu- ally a 50% fare reduction on the Euro- pabus lines. Now if you don ' t want to be both- ered with all the complications of striking out on your own, foreign stu- dy programs offer a valuable alterna- tive. They allow a close look at Eur- ope and its people, along with the aca- demic benefits of course study. Inter- est in International Education and cul- tural exchange has increased steadily in recent years. A group of educators here in Florida are putting this inter- est to good use. The Florida Coll- egiate Consortium for International- Intercultural Education was formed in response to the need for organization. As one of the twelve member schools, Palm Beach Junior College and its students benefit from a com- mon catalog of information concern- ing courses, programs, and activites. Involving among others, Art, Human- ities, Phylosophy, and languages, these foreign study programs range from five week, three credit courses, to res- ident programs lasting up to a year and earning 30 credits. Dr. Paul Gra- ham, Vice President of Academic Aff- airs, says costs are rising with pro- grams averaging $2,000. Even so, for- eign study is still of value to the stu- dent and always will be. But remem- ber, don ' t think about it too long, weeks can turn into years. 5 Gary Gallagher ' IIII31 Aoir© He who laughs last, laughs best. Norai Barraza has the last laugh and is laughing best today. Not too long ago I was interviewed by her and I laughed to myself because she had such difficulty pronouncing my name. Now, I am in her shoes, and I am really learning the truth of the saying above. Recently, I interviewed a foreign student whose name I Graduation is an exciting time for every student. It is indeed a happy experience for all of us since we ' ve been awaiting it as a result of our hard work in school. But there is another side to graduation that is a little frightening. Perhaps graduation can best be compared to a birth. Before birth we were secure in the womb of our mother. There was warmth, nourishment and especially the security of protection. Everything was provided for us. All we did was to receive what was given. Perhaps this is why we call our school our alma mater. For many months, even years we have received training, direction, and support from our teachers and friends. We have lived a secure life among the familiar places and sights. PBJC has really been our mother, But there comes a time for birth! We of course, don ' t remember our physical birth. We were born into a new world of strange sights, sounds, smells and tastes. We were frightened and even cried at the prospect of a new life. Now as we face graduation, we are on the verge of another birth into the working world. There are many strange and perhaps frightening questions before us, where will I work? With whom shall I share my life? Where will I live? Will I be a success? still have difficulty pronouncing correctly: Jamil Abdullah Omain. I may have trouble pronouncing Jamil ' s name, but I have no problem appreciating him as a person, as he shared with me much of his personal backgrounds. Jamil traveled from Saudi Arabia to north Carolina two years ago. When he first came to the United States, he ex- perienced problems with our society and culture, even though he knew quite a bit about the United States. As the English language becomes familiar, he is adjusting himself well to the celebrated mood of American life, and dealing with his everyday living here is more fun than a problem. Jamil finally moved down to Florida and attempted to study at PBJC. I have a friend who knew a former student here and suggested this school to me. I like the weather here because it is very similar to where I come from, he explained. American teachers are very friendly and always ready to help students understand what they have learned. Such an attitude allows students to feel at ease while in class. he added. Jamil is now a full time student. He is majoring in chemical engineering because of the need of this in his country. In spite of having such a busy schedule, he still finds time for tennis, swimming, and gettign together with Amer- ican friends. He enjoys talking with Americans because he learns more about American culture and ways of life, jlf Cuong Nguyen Let ' s remember one important thing! We survived our first birth and probably surprised many other people; perhaps even some who will attend our graduation! One thing is also sure on the basic of our past, we can go into the future with confidence that many other pleasant surprises are ahead of us. Our graduation is not the ending but the beginning of awhole new life for us all and it will be even more exciting than our first birth. -L Y Cuong-Nguyen ]DD(]d°- u -■iw