Longtime employee says goodbye

Patty Cooley will retire at the
end of August after 40
years of service.

The Downtown Campus Auditorium was packed last week as employees, friends, family and former colleagues bid farewell to longtime Bates employee Patty Cooley.

"Thank you so much for the beautiful retirement reception. I have worked with so many wonderful people throughout my career," said Patty, whose last day is Aug. 31.

"It has been a pleasure to work with dedicated faculty and staff. I will be sure to drop by on occasion and visit."

And thank you, Patty, for your dedication and loyal service to the college. We will miss you!

Photos from the retirement bash:

Patty chats with faculty at the beginning of her party.

Patty gives a goodbye hug as President Quasim talks with
Patty's mother.

President Quasim lauds Patty for her years of service.

Patty is presented with an engraved clock.

Instructor Willie Kelley poses with soon-to-be-retired Patty.

Administrative Assistant Lisa Brawn poses with Patty.

Know someone who needs to take the HSPE?

Do you know someone who needs to test for the High School Proficiency Exam (HSPE) in reading or writing? Now, any student can take the HSPE at Bates during these summer test dates.

• Monday, Aug. 8, 8 a.m., Writing, Day 1
• Tuesday, Aug. 9, 8 a.m., Writing, Day 2
• Wednesday, Aug. 10, 8 a.m., Reading

Students interested in testing in any area can call Bates' Technical High School Principal Pete Hauschka at 253.680.7261, and he’ll help you get registered for the exam.

All tests will be held at the Downtown Campus, Room MZ134.

Questions? Contact Principal Pete Hauschka.

Student eNews

Students: Your Student eNews is emailed directly to your Bates inbox each week. Learn more about your Bates email address here.

Diversity and Student Government
ASG General Assembly Meeting – July 20
The ASG General Assembly meets Wednesday, July 20, 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. in the Downtown Campus auditorium. President Quasim will provide an update on the college budget situation. A very important meeting—and the last general assembly meeting of the school year.

ASG Presidents for 2011-2012
Please help congratulate the following students:

• Becky Bailey, ASG President Bio Med Equipment Tech
• Greg Naegle, Vice-President-Downtown Bio Med Equipment Tech
• Chris Reynolds, Vice-President South Fire Service Training
• Jessica Pease, Vice-President- Mohler Broadcast Production

Applications for the other ASG officer positions are stilled being accepted! The ASG president and vice presidents will be interviewing and appointing the rest of their executive team this week (July 18-19). The positions include: Treasurer, Secretary, Senators, Event and Club Coordinators. Applications already submitted will have first consideration. Contact Kat or LeMont for more information.

Scholarship Information

THIS WEEK: Fall Scholarship Application Deadline is Friday, July 22 at noon.
The Bates Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications for fall quarter. The foundation will award up to 32 scholarships totaling $17,350 for fall. To apply for a scholarship, visit our online application at https://scholarships.bates.ctc.edu/Stars/. The scholarship application deadline is Friday, July 22, 2011 at noon.
Sent to you on behalf of the Bates Foundation. Please contact LeAnn Dreier at 253.680.7160 with questions.

Career Fair Information
Website Helps Those With Disabilities Connect To Careers
The Department of Social and Health Services has a new website to give job seekers with disabilities new tools to find employment without worrying about losing health care benefits in the process. It includes information on health coverage, an online resume builder and video success stories. http://www.pathwaystoemployment.wa.gov/

Summer Quarter Dates
July 27--Last day of the quarter

Fall Quarter Dates
July 13--Start registration for waitlisted students
July 20--Open registration
Aug. 29--Fall tuition due
Sept. 8--Fall classes start

Do the Puyallup! Volunteers still needed to staff booth

Bates' Outreach and Recruitment and the Diversity Center are seeking students and staff to volunteer at Bates' booth at the fair!

Located in the Education Pavilion near the Gold Gate (main entry), the booth will be stocked with class schedules, information request cards, brochures and more. Your role is to do what you do best: promote the college!

As a Bates representative, you’ll receive free parking and free fair entrance.

Available shifts are:

Monday, Sept. 12
12:30-3 p.m.
3-5:30 p.m.
5:30-8 p.m.
8-10 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 13
3-5:30 p.m.
5:30-8 p.m.
8-10 p.m.

Sunday, Sept. 25
3-5:30 p.m.
5:30-8 p.m.
8-10 p.m

Contact Patricia Chase, x7302 and sign up for your shift today!

Pierce County news: Movies in the Park

Movies in the Park starts soon


Come and enjoy a series of fun family movies under the stars on the jumbo outdoor screen.

Admission is free to all Movies in the Park events. The movies start at dusk.

This season's movies include:

• Friday, July 22 - How to Train Your Dragon, Meridian Habitat Park in Puyallup's South Hill
• Friday, Aug. 5 - Despicable Me, Heritage Recreation Center in Puyallup
• Friday, Aug. 19 - Karate Kid (2010), Sprinker Recreation Center in Tacoma

Moviegoers are encouraged to bring their whole family, friends, blankets or lawn chairs and bug spray. The evening also includes games and activities at 7 p.m. sponsored by Pierce County Parks and Recreation. Concessions will also be available. Pets and alcohol are not permitted.

For more information, please visit www.piercecountywa.org/parks.

Library Corner

The libraries will be closed during the month of August for summer break.

The last day of the quarter is July 27, so please:

• Return all library books, videos and equipment by July 27. There are return boxes for books and videos just outside each library location if you miss our open hours.
• Remind your students and co-workers to return their library materials by July 27
• Have a wonderful summer, and we will see you when the library re-opens on Thursday, Sept. 8.

If you are a Bates employee and want to use the library or borrow library materials during the summer, please contact the library to make arrangements in advance. The library staff will help when they are present, but they may not always be available.

We will check email (library@bates.ctc.edu) and voicemail (253.680.7550) regularly, so send or leave us a message, and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.

Room reservations @ Bates

Tuesday, July 19
Healthcare Provider, 8:30 a.m., SC Auditorium
Leadership Team Meeting, 9:30 a.m., DT Auditorium
General Info Session, 1 p.m., SC A209

Wednesday, July 20
ASG General Assembly, 11:15 a.m., DT Auditorium
Puget Sound Clean Air Public Meeting, 11:30 a.m., DT Auditorium
KBTC Association Board Meeting, 11:30 a.m., MC Conf Room
Fire Service Training Session, 1 p.m., SC A209
Strategic Planning, 3:15 p.m., SC Auditorium

Thursday, July 21
L and I, 7 a.m., SC Auditorium
KBTC Manager’s Meeting, 9:30 a.m., MC Conf Room
Truck Driving Info Session, 1 p.m., SC A209

Saturday, July 23
L and I, 7 a.m., SC Auditorium
NICET Testing, 7:30 a.m., SC A318
Monday, July 25
ASG Officer Transition Lunch, 11:30 a.m., DT Clyde Hupp
Pierce Countywide Coordinating Meeting, 3:30 p.m., SC Auditorium

Tuesday, July 26
High School Orientation, 10:30 a.m., SC A209
Board of Trustees Meeting, 3 p.m., DT Clyde Hupp

Thursday, July 28
KBTC All Staff Meeting, 3 p.m., MC Conf Room

Friday, July 29
First Aid/CPR, 8:30 a.m., SC Auditorium
LPN Graduation Ceremony, 1 p.m., DT Auditorium