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FLCC TO LEASE FORMER GENEVA MIDDLE SCHOOL FOR EXTENSION CENTER
CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (April 12, 2005)-Last night the Finger Lakes Community College Board of Trustees authorized the College to enter into an agreement with the Geneva City School District. The College will lease the former Geneva Middle School at 63 Pulteney St. from the District as a new site for the Geneva Extension Center.
"Simply put, we've outgrown our current Geneva facility," said Dr. Daniel T. Hayes, FLCC president. "The middle school will better serve our current instructional needs and will afford us the opportunity to expand our course offerings in Geneva. We are grateful that the District is giving us this opportunity."
Since 1984, the Geneva Extension Center has been located at 361 Main St., offering approximately 17,000 square feet of usable space. The five-year lease of the Pulteney St. site will provide approximately 40,000 square feet of usable space on the first floor alone and approximately 103,000 square feet of usable space in total. With a cost to the College of $231,000 for the first year, the lease will take effect Aug. 1, 2005.
Currently, the Geneva Extension Center offers primarily introductory courses for most academic programs. Approximately 400 students, including full- and part-time as well as traditional and non-traditional-aged students, take courses at that location.
"Our Board of Trustees believes that the middle school location will broaden opportunities available to FLCC students, especially for those who reside in or near Geneva," said Robert Belmont, chair of the FLCC Board of Trustees.
Initially, the College plans to use the first floor for classrooms, office space, computer labs, an academic support center, and student lounge space. The College's emergency medical services training program, currently housed in the Canandaigua VA Medical Center, will also move to the new space. Eventually, the College could expand into the upper floors of the building, pending development of additional programming.
Future site plans may include offering non-credit courses in professional education, workforce training, and cultural enrichment through the Division of Professional Studies and Continuing Education as well as other credit offerings.
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FINGER LAKES CHORALE TO PERFORM APRIL 29 AND MAY 1
CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (April 14, 2005) - The Finger Lakes Chorale of Finger Lakes Community College will offer two concerts this spring. Under the direction of Dennis Maxfield, the group will perform Charles Gounod's "Messe Solennelle en l'Honneur de Sainte Cecile." The concerts will take place Friday, April 29, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, May 1, at 3 p.m. at St. John's Episcopal Church, 183 N. Main St., Canandaigua.
This work was first performed in Paris on Nov. 22, 1855. The Chorale's performances will feature solos by soprano Cecile Saine, tenor Carl Johengen, and bass Joseph Finetti, as well as accompaniment on piano by Ines Draskovic, temporary FLCC instructor of music.
Prior to the Chorale's performances, the Finger Lakes Camerata, a community choral group dedicated to promoting choral chamber music, will perform four pieces: Morten Lauridsen's "Dirait-on"; "Beggars' Canon" and "Neighbors' Chorus," both by Jacques Offenbach; and Gabriel Faure's "Cantique de Jean Racine."
A donation of $3 is requested at the door to benefit the Dr. A. John Walker Music Award for FLCC students. For more information about the concerts, call Maxfield at (585) 396-0027.
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FLCC HOSTS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CAREER NIGHT FOR ADULT LEARNERS
CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (April 12, 2005) - Have you thought about a career in computers but don't know how to get started? Take the first step toward a degree or certificate program in computers by attending an Information Technology Career Night at Finger Lakes Community College. This event will take place at the FLCC Canandaigua campus, 4355 Lakeshore Drive, on Wednesday, May 11, at 6 p.m. The workshop is free and open to the public, but advance reservations are required by May 4.
FLCC's Information Technology Career Night will provide key information for adults looking for exciting opportunities in the computer industry. Workshop participants will learn about FLCC's degree programs in information systems, information technology, and computer science; a certificate program in applied computer applications; and new courses in information security. They will see the College computer facilities, which house up-to-date software and peripherals tailored to the needs of the classes.
In addition, participants will meet FLCC computing science faculty, who will discuss the College's nearly 100-percent placement rate for graduates of computer-related programs who actively seek employment, and FLCC administrative staff, who will provide information about the admissions and financial aid processes, academic support services, and career counseling.
To make reservations, call the FLCC Admissions Office at (585) 394-FLCC, ext. 7278, or sign up online at www.flcc.edu/admissions (look for "Programs for Adults").
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FLCC HOSTS LECTURE ON USING CREDIT WISELY AND AVOIDING CREDIT CARD DEBT
CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (April 14, 2005) - Finger Lakes Community College will host a lecture on credit abuse and education on Tuesday, May 3 from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. in room D214 at the Canandaigua Campus, 4355 Lakeshore Drive. The lecture will be presented by the Honorable John C. Ninfo, Chief Judge of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of New York.
In November of 2002 Judge Ninfo founded the CARE (Credit Abuse Resistance Education) program to provide college students insight to tools, tactics, techniques, and resources that will help them stay financially sound. During the CARE presentation, Judge Ninfo will address the true costs of using credit cards, how difficult it can be to repay debt that is incurred, the benefits of living credit card debt free, and the importance of budgeting and saving money. For more information on the CARE program visit www.careprogram.us.
This program is sponsored by FLCC's Legal Society and is free and open to the public. For more information contact Cathryn Kent, associate professor of paralegal studies, at (585) 394-FLCC, ext. 7486.
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SAVE THE DATE! FLCC HOSTS SPRING ARTS FESTIVAL
CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (April 14, 2005) - The Finger Lakes Community College Department of Visual and Performing Arts presents the 25th annual Spring Arts Festival, featuring performances by FLCC students in the College Singers, Vocal Jazz Ensemble, and Jazz Ensemble, as well as a student theatre presentation, a student honors art exhibition, and an awards presentation.
When: Friday, May 6, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Room B355/Music Hall and the Williams-Insalaco Gallery 34, FLCC Canandaigua campus, 4355 Lakeshore Drive
Admission: Free and open to the public
For more information: (585) 394-3500, ext. 7241
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