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FLCC MASSAGE THERAPY PROGRAM EXPANDS RESEARCH FOCUS
CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (Aug. 18, 2005) - The therapeutic massage/integrated health care degree program at Finger Lakes Community College will offer two new courses this year. "Massage Therapy Research" will introduce students to research methods in complementary medicine, with emphasis on massage therapy research, and "Massage Travel/Study Experience" will provide students with the opportunity to research massage therapy in other cultures through observation and hands-on study.
"Massage Therapy Research," a spring 2006 course, will focus on the need to make inquiries about the benefits of massage therapy and how to construct good clinical questions. Topics will include the following: becoming a reflective massage therapist, finding evidence to support the work of the massage therapist, understanding the scientific evidence, evaluating evidence, and applying evidence to practice.
"Massage Travel/Study Experience," a summer elective for massage students and licensed massage therapists, will take place in a variety of international locations where specific styles of massage therapy techniques originated. Students will partake in lectures about the cultural history and underlying theory on which these practices are based, as well as travel within the country to visit historical sites relevant to the history of massage therapy and wellness in the specific culture. In summer 2006, this course will take place in China. For more information, contact Amy Warcup, FLCC instructor of massage therapy, at (585) 394-3500, ext. 7312, or at warcupae@flcc.edu.
These courses build on the growing research component of the degree program. FLCC is one of 11 members, and the only community college member, of the international Massage Therapy Research Consortium. The College was invited to join this selective group in part because of the unique program it offers in both massage and other complementary course work.
The therapeutic massage faculty has been teaching research concepts, and students are required to write papers and give presentations incorporating the latest research findings on complementary therapies. In addition, several faculty members have attended massage therapy research workshops and conferences. Along with the other Consortium members, faculty and students recently completed the Consortium's first research study.
For more information about FLCC's degree and certificate programs, contact the Office of Admissions at (585) 394-FLCC, ext. 7278, or at admissions@flcc.edu, or visit the College Web site at www.flcc.edu.
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FINGER LAKES CHORALE SEEKS SINGERS FOR DECEMBER CONCERTS
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CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (Aug. 16, 2005) - Finger Lakes Community College's Finger Lakes Chorale, under the direction of Dennis Maxfield, is seeking new members for two holiday concerts in early December.
Beginning Aug. 30, rehearsals will take place on Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. in Room B-355 at FLCC's Canandaigua campus, 4355 Lakeshore Drive. Auditions are not required; however, prior choral singing experience is necessary. A $5 non-credit registration fee is payable at the first rehearsal.
Participants have the option of earning one college credit as a member of the Chorale by enrolling in, paying tuition costs for, and completing requirements for the course MUS 120 Finger Lakes Chorale.
For information about how to register for the class for credit, contact the Registrar's Office at (585) 394-3500, ext. 7622. For more information about the Chorale, contact Mr. Maxfield at (585) 396-0027.
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FLCC AND TV COURSE OFFER ESL INSTRUCTION
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CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (Aug. 18, 2005) - Finger Lakes Community College is offering guidance and educational tools to supplement a nationally televised instruction program for speakers of other languages who want to improve their English language skills by studying at home.
The weekly, half-hour comedy/drama entitled "Crossroads Café" will air on FLTV Channel 12 at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesdays beginning Sept. 7. Each episode will be repeated on Sundays at 12:30 p.m. The program will also air on WXXI Channel 21 in Rochester and on WCNY Channel 24 in Syracuse. Consult your local television listings or contact the television station for more information.
This 26-part series follows the lives of six characters of various ethnic backgrounds. In addition to learning English from the "Café" characters, viewers will gain insight into other aspects of U.S. culture, such as seeking citizenship and finding jobs.
Audiences will learn to speak, read, and write English by watching the program, completing workbook assignments, and contacting their FLCC tutors each week. In addition, FLCC will provide the necessary workbooks.
For more information or to register for these free services, call Sharon Nedrow, FLCC adult basic education coordinator, at (585) 394-3500, ext. 7431.
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FLCC FACULTY MEMBERS RECEIVE PROMOTIONS
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CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (Aug. 16, 2005) - Finger Lakes Community College recently announced the promotion of nine faculty members. These promotions will go into effect at the beginning of the College's 2005 - 06 academic year.
Barbara Etzel was promoted to associate professor of psychology; David Harmon, to associate professor of history; Joshua Heller, to professor of sociology; Robert Lowden, to assistant professor of physical education; Susan McCarthy, to assistant professor of nursing; Kelli Prior, to assistant professor of biology; Jane Rogalski, to associate professor of nursing; Gary Sloan, to assistant professor of accounting; and Anne Terninko, to professor of environmental conservation and horticulture.
Etzel, of Victor, joined the FLCC faculty in 1999 as an assistant professor of psychology. She received a doctorate in brain and cognitive science and a master's degree in psychology from the University of Rochester, as well as a bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of Pittsburgh.
Harmon, of Naples, began his career at the College in 2001 as an assistant professor of history. He holds both a doctorate and a master's degree in 19th and 20th century U.S. history and the history of technology and science from Iowa State University, as well as a bachelor's degree from Pennsylvania State University, where he majored in U.S. history and minored in science, technology, and society.
Heller, of Victor, has taught at the College for approximately 25 years. In addition to his faculty position, he serves as director of international education at FLCC. Heller holds a master's degree in sociology from Syracuse University and a bachelor's degree in sociology from SUNY Cortland.
Lowden, of Canandaigua, started at the College as a physical education technical specialist in 1988 and was appointed to the faculty as an instructor of physical education in 2000. He has served as head baseball coach for the majority of his career at FLCC. Lowden received a master's degree in higher education administration from SUNY Brockport, a bachelor's degree in health and physical education from Miami University in Ohio, and an associate degree in liberal arts from Monroe Community College.
McCarthy, of Canandaigua, served as an adjunct clinical instructor of nursing at FLCC from 1995 to 2000 and was hired as an instructor of nursing in 2001. She holds a master of science in nursing degree from St. John Fisher College and a bachelor of science in nursing degree from Molloy College in Rockville Centre, N.Y.
Prior, of Penfield, joined the FLCC faculty in 2002 as an instructor of biology. She earned both a doctorate and a master's degree in microbiology from the University of Rochester, as well as a bachelor's degree in biology from Nazareth College of Rochester. Prior also worked as a postdoctoral fellow in the Department of Pharmacology and Physiology at the University of Rochester.
Rogalski, of Rochester, began her career at the College in 2000 as an assistant professor of nursing. She holds a master of science in nursing degree from the University of Wyoming in Laramie, Wyo.; a bachelor of science in nursing degree from Nazareth College in Kalamazoo, Mich.; and an associate degree in nursing from Ferris State University in Big Rapids, Mich.
Sloan, of Rochester, began teaching at FLCC in 1999 as an instructor of accounting. He received a master of business administration degree from Rochester Institute of Technology and a bachelor's degree in history from St. John Fisher College. In addition, Sloan is a certified management accountant.
Terninko, of Canandaigua, started teaching conservation courses at the College in 1994 and joined the faculty full time the following year. She earned a master of science degree in wildlife ecology from the University of New Hampshire and a bachelor of science degree in wildlife management from Washington State University.
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FLCC AND TV COURSE OFFER GED PREPARATION
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CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (Aug. 18, 2005) - Finger Lakes Community College is offering guidance and educational tools to supplement a television course that helps people prepare for the General Equivalency Diploma (GED) exam. Beginning Sept. 12, "GED Connection" will air on Mondays from 6 to 7 p.m. on FLTV Channel 12, with repeat broadcasts on Saturdays from l to 2 p.m.
Lessons will also air on WXXI Channel 21 in Rochester and WCNY Channel 24 in Syracuse. Consult your local television listings or contact the television station for more information.
Through the telecourse and FLCC, students will be able to view the lessons, complete workbook assignments, and speak with a tutor each week. The program covers the five major subject areas on the exam: writing, reading, social studies, science, and mathematics. Lessons focus on the workplace and demonstrate practical applications of the skills and knowledge learned for the GED exam. Assigned tutors will be available for assistance in all subject areas. In addition, FLCC will provide the necessary workbooks.
For more information or to register for these free services, contact Sharon Nedrow, FLCC adult basic education coordinator, at (585) 394-3500, ext. 7431.
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