Next Edition Scheduled For September, 2011
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He replied, "Because, I packed your parachute."
I was speechless. I staggered to my feet and held out a very grateful hand of thanks. This guy came up with just the proper words. He grabbed my hand, he pumped my arm and said, "I guess it worked."
"Yes sir, indeed it did", I said, "and I must tell you I've said a lot of prayers of thanks for your nimble fingers, but I never thought I'd have the opportunity to express my gratitude in person."
I didn't get much sleep that night. I kept thinking about that man. I kept wondering what he might have looked like in a Navy uniform - a Dixie cup hat, a bib in the back and bell bottom trousers. I wondered how many times I might have passed him on board the Kitty Hawk. I wondered how many times I might have seen him and not even said "good morning", "how are you", or anything because, you see, I was a fighter pilot and he was just a sailor. How many hours did he spend on that long wooden table in the bowels of that ship weaving the shrouds and folding the silks of those chutes? I could have cared less...until one day my parachute came along and he packed it for me.
-- Insights Into Excellence: Packing Parachutes Excerpt from Chapter 16, Charlie Plumb)
As another semester approaches and the school year begins, I encourage us all to contemplate and consider those who have helped us pack our parachutes both personally and professionally at the College of Southern Idaho. As a child and as an adult, I have had the good fortune to have been taught by example through my parents’ actions and words that the people who have helped shape our lives and supported us should never go unremembered or unappreciated. The success of one person greatly depends on the efforts of others to support, give encouragement, and provide unsolicited help whether it is behind the scenes or on the forefront.
Many students at the College of Southern Idaho depend on us regardless of the capacity of our positions at CSI, which begs the question, how are our parachute-packing skills as professionals? I feel so blessed that I was afforded the opportunity to attend CSI as a student several years ago. Like so many of the students we see today, I was crossing unchartered waters and needed a lot of guidance and support to realize that my educational goals could be attained, and that what I thought to be only dreams for myself could be reality. CSI is truly a special place, we lend support to our students in times of need, we offer friendly smiles, personal connections, dedicated service, and we are always prepared with a box of tissues at our desks just in case….As we get busy with life we often forget about packing parachutes and all those who depend on us to pack their chute well. As we begin a new school year, don’t forget to recognize the people that you are dependent on or the people dependent on you. Your packing skills may make all the difference in the world.
Cheers to a great semester!
Kristin
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Picks From the Shelf
The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society – Book – What a refreshing style of reading. Everything is correspondence. Letters back and forth from an author, her publisher, a couple of dear friends and members from the Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society delight the senses. This Society is from Guernsey Island, one of the Channel Islands between the United Kingdom and France and the story takes place during and just after the German occupation of Guernsey. What a fine bunch of folks in this novel. There is even the proverbial busy-body of a snit everyone loves to be disgusted with. Kris Haney recommended this book to me. And I highly recommend to all of you. Authors are Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows. – Ann Keane, ADC Office Spec.
Two Spirits – DVD – This enlightening documentary from [I]ndependentLens is a must see for those who wish to understand the concept of having both male and female identities in one individual. According to ancient Indian beliefs a person held a special prominence in the tribe if they held both spirits within their body. It was not until Christianity came into play that this belief was presented as wrong and abnormal. It does not matter what you believe on this subject—the movie is worth your time and energies. It does not set out to change your mind on anything—just present the facts regarding the hate crime murder of a Navajo boy named Fred/Fredrica Martinez—a boy with a family and friends who lived true to himself. This movie has garnered 6 different awards. – Ann Keane, ADC Office Spec.
Conversations with Lee Kuan Yew, Citizen Singapore: How to Build a Nation – Book – This insightful little book is written by Journalist Tom Plate and is the first in a series of books that will be designated as Giants of Asia. I was watching Charlie Rose one night and there was the most interesting and intelligent elderly gentleman on there. This gentleman turned out to be Lee Kuan Yew. I decided I had to learn some more about this person because he was so intriguing. LKY, known as Minister Mentor is a sharp fellow who speaks his mind on worldly matters and why different forms of government work and don’t work. Everyone might not agree with his ideas but there is no denying that LKY is a highly intelligent and well educated individual who cares for his country as a whole. LKY’s methods that have turned into successes have brought leaders from all over the world to seek his thoughts on matters. This is a great book to read if you like to enrich your knowledge of the world as a whole. – Ann Keane, ADC Office Spec.
Land Girls – DVD – A wonderful story sponsored by the BBC for the 70th anniversary of the start of World War II. Watch the intertwined stories of four young women doing their part for the war effort by joining the forces of the land girls in taking care of farm duties while the men are off to war. This movie is well made and the stories will touch your heart. This is one you want for the weekend because it has two discs with a total of 5 episodes. – Ann Keane, ADC Office Spec.
If you have a favorite book, movie or CD from our very own CSI library you would like to recommend to your co-workers, let me know about it. You don’t need to be a professional critic. All you need is two to four sentences giving info on why you think it is something folks might want to spend their time on. – Ann Keane, PACE newsletter editor, ext. 6530,
2011-12 PACE Theme is Step Up
2011-12 PACE Execs
(Updated August 2011)
Name...... Ext...... Office
Brandi Turnipseed (P)...... 6248...... Co-Chair
Lena Paxton (C)...... 6236...... Co-Chair
Svetlana Schuckert (C)...... 6788...... Treasurer
CR Call (C)...... 6556...... Secretary
Kat Powell (P)...... 6685...... Rep-at-Large
Erin Devlin (C)...... 6475...... Rep-at-Large
Merry Olson (P)...... 6306...... Rep-at-Large
2011-12 PACE Reps
(Updated July 2011)
Name...... Ext...... Representing
Robin Bagent...... 6392...... Aspen
Lauri Watkins...... 6300...... Canyon / Desert / Evergreen / Trans IV / Fish Hatchery
Tamara Harmon...... 6781...... Fine Arts / Art Complex
Kris Haney...... 6527...... GRM ADC
Ansina Durham...... 6500...... GRM Library
Scott Rogers...... 6470...... Gym / Rec Center / Eagle Hall
Lisa Stewart...... 736-0741, Ext 12...... Head Start
Rotating Staff...... 6657...... Herrett Center
Rae Jean Larsen...... 6701...... HSHS
Carly Oppie...... 888-280-7827...... Idaho STAR
Mark Santoro...... 208-639-4545...... Idaho STAR
Cindy Flowers...... 6600...... Maint/Security
Becky Ross...... 6932...... Outreach Centers
Kelle Johnson...... 736-2122...... OOA / Student Health
Michelle Pospichal...... 736-2166...... Refugee Center
Connie Lancaster...... 6800...... Shields / CCC / Expo
Donanna McKinstry...... 6244...... Taylor / Student Union
Cassandra Horton...... 6250...... Taylor Matrix
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Jamie Carter, Replacing Caralee Perry
Office Specialist, Ag Department
Evergreen A40, ext. 6400
Hello. My name is Jamie Carter. I have lived in Twin Falls mostly all of my life. I graduated from the College of Southern Idaho with my 2-year degree in Psychology in 2009. I recently came back to school and completed my 2-year degree in Criminal Justice. I have plans of continuing that degree and obtaining my bachelors in Criminal Justice from Boise State. I have been very lucky to have been a part of the CSI family for the last few years working with the Law Enforcement Program. I recently have been given the opportunity to join the team in the Evergreen building and I am very excited for this new adventure.
Dr. Cindy Seaman, New Position
Instructor, Dental Hygiene
HSHS 1216, ext. 6725
Dr. Cindy Seaman brings 35 years of experience in dentistry to CSI’s Department of Dental Hygiene. Cindy began her career with a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene, later completing an MBA and a Doctorate in Organizational Leadership. She has served in leadership roles in her professional organization, the community, and the dental office. Cindy and her husband Paul raise purebred cattle and operate a bovine liquid supplement dealership in Filer with their three Border Collies. “I began in the department as part of the accreditation team, moving on as adjunct faculty. The college is welcoming and I feel at home here. I’ve found the values conveyed by CSI align with my own, particularly working together with the community for the greater good of society. Please stop by the HSHS building and say hello.”
Brittney Gray, Replacing Pat Selelyo
Biology Instructor
Shields 203A, ext. 6824
Hello All! I am Brittney Gray and am new to CSI. I was born and raised in Orange County, California where I spent most of my childhood dedicated to playing softball. I moved to Tucson, Arizona to pursue my Bachelors degree in Physiology. After four long years in the dry 110 degree heat, I decided to stay there for another two years to complete my Masters in Physiology, specifically focusing on a new and upcoming fitness exercise known as Whole Body Vibration. While pursuing my Masters, I decided to also get certified as an EMT. I have an awesome husband, who just ended his five year active duty contract with the United States Marine Corps and who is continuing his military career with the National Guard. I also have an amazing 4 year old step son Tyler who is the only child I know that dislikes Disneyland. I enjoy pretty much anything outdoors such as snowboarding, paintballing, hunting, hiking, fishing,and MMA/Muay Thai. I absolutely love teaching and am so excited to be working at this amazing college. I look forward to meeting both students and employees of CSI.