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FLCC TO LEASE PART OF SILVER HILL TECHNOLOGY PARK FOR EXTENSION CENTER
CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (Jan. 10, 2006)-Last night the Finger Lakes Community College Board of Trustees authorized the College to enter into an agreement with Silver Hill Associates, LLC. Under such an agreement, the College will lease a portion of the north side of the Technology Park on Route 88 for an FLCC Newark Extension Center. The new site will replace the current Newark location at 111 Drumlin Ct. as the primary FLCC Extension Center in Wayne County.
"We've outgrown our current facility in Wayne County," said Dr. Daniel T. Hayes, FLCC president. "We are excited to configure the new space to better serve our current instructional needs. This affords us the opportunity to expand our course offerings in the region. We are very pleased that we can continue our long-standing relationship with the Newark and surrounding communities."
Since 1972, the College has offered courses in Wayne County, most recently at the former Newark Developmental Center, which provides approximately 7,500 square feet of usable space. The 15-year lease of the new Newark site will provide more than double the square footage of usable space. With a cost to the College of approximately $234,000 for the first two years, the lease will take effect August 1, 2006. The College anticipates offering classes at the new Newark Extension Center in the fall 2006 semester.
Currently, the Newark Extension Center offers primarily introductory courses for most academic programs. Approximately 350 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 new location will serve a wider population of students," said Robert Griswold chair of the FLCC Board of Trustees. "Coupled with the recent Geneva Extension Center relocation, this move marks a major effort in the College's continued commitment to providing educational opportunities for the people in our service area."
Students may start certain degree programs or take classes without a specific degree in mind at the Newark Extension Center. The Center will house approximately 10 classrooms, one computer lab, office space, an academic support center, student common space and includes additional space for future expansion.
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FLCC OFFERS ESL COURSE
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CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (Jan. 10, 2006) - Finger Lakes Community College will offer a free course for speakers of other languages who want to improve their English language skills. Classes begin Jan. 24, but people may register at any time, even after classes have started.
Evening classes for the English as a Second Language (ESL) course will meet as follows:
FLCC Geneva Center, 63 Pulteney St., Geneva, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
FLCC Newark Center, 111 Drumlin Court, Newark, Mondays and Wednesdays, 6 - 9 p.m.
Day classes will meet as follows:
FLCC Geneva Center, 63 Pulteney St., Geneva, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
ESL classes will focus on speaking, reading, and writing English. Classes are small and friendly, and they offer students a great opportunity to learn about American culture and customs.
For more information or to register, contact Sharon Nedrow, FLCC adult basic education coordinator, at (585) 394-3500, ext. 7431.
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FLCC AND TV COURSE OFFER ESL INSTRUCTION
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CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (Jan. 12, 2006) - 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 Jan. 25. 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 TO OFFER NEW DEGREE PROGRAM IN FISHERIES SCIENCE
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CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (Jan. 10, 2006) - Last night the Finger Lakes Community College Board of Trustees approved a new associate in applied science degree program in fisheries science. The program proposal will also be sent for approval to the State University of New York (SUNY) and the New York State Department of Education. The College anticipates accepting applications for this program for the fall 2006 semester.
"This new degree program further enhances our strong offerings in conservation-related programs," said Dr. Daniel T. Hayes, president of FLCC. "Students in this new program will have the opportunity to take advantage of the College's many resources and special facilities for conservation students."
The associate in applied science degree in fisheries science is designed to provide students with the knowledge and training necessary to pursue careers in the areas of fisheries management and fish culture in both the public and private sectors. Classes will give students hands-on experience with modern fisheries technology. Students will also take part in an internship program to receive real-world experience in fisheries work.
Students will participate in field experiences on a variety of freshwater bodies including streams, ponds, and lakes using the College's six research vessels, water sampling and testing devices, backpack electrofisher, fish tagging and marking equipment, and a wide variety of aquatic sampling nets.
Conservation courses in this program will include Principles of Terrestrial and Aquatic Ecology, Introduction to Environmental Conservation, Introduction to Fish and Wildlife, Environmental Chemistry Testing and Analysis, Fisheries Techniques, Introduction to Aquaculture, Conservation-Recreation Practicum/Internship II, Fisheries Management, Fish Culture Techniques, Stream Ecology and Monitoring, and Limnology.
Some coursework will take place at the College's Muller Conservation Field Station located at the southern end of Honeoye Lake. The Field Station includes a Fish Culture and Aquatic Research Center, which, in addition to the Collins Fish Culture Center on the Canandaigua campus, will provide students with unique learning experiences in fish culture and aquaculture.
Currently FLCC offers associate in applied science degrees in natural resources conservation, natural resource conservation: law enforcement, and ornamental horticulture-landscape development; associate in science degrees in environmental studies and liberal arts and sciences; and certificates in ornamental horticulture, outdoor recreation, and taxidermy.
To join the mailing list to receive information about the fisheries science degree once the program has received final approval, visit www.flcc.edu/fisheries or contact the FLCC Admissions Office at admissions@flcc.edu or at (585) 394-FLCC, ext. 7278.
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FLCC OFFERS GED COURSE IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH
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CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (Jan. 10, 2006) - Finger Lakes Community College will offer a free course this spring to prepare adults age 17 or older for the General Equivalency Diploma (GED) exam. Both day and evening sessions will be offered, including one class in Spanish. Classes begin Jan. 24, but people may register at any time, even after classes have started.
Day classes in English will meet at the following locations and times:
FLCC Canandaigua Campus, 4355 Lakeshore Drive, Canandaigua, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8 - 11 a.m.
FLCC Geneva Center, 63 Pulteney St., Geneva, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
FLCC Newark Center, 111 Drumlin Court, Newark, Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.
The Salvation Army, 110 Saltonstall St., Canandaigua, Mondays and Wednesdays, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Wayne Pre-Trial Services, 103 Colton Ave., Newark, Thursdays, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Evening classes in English will meet at the following locations and times:
FLCC Canandaigua Campus, 4355 Lakeshore Drive, Canandaigua, Mondays and Wednesdays, 6 - 9 p.m.
FLCC Geneva Center, 63 Pulteney St., Geneva, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6 - 9 p.m.
Courtyard Apartments, 10 Goodman St., Geneva, Wednesdays, 6 - 9 p.m.
Wayne Pre-Trial Services, 103 Colton Ave., Newark, Tuesdays, 4 - 7 p.m.
A class in Spanish will meet at the following location and time:
FLCC Geneva Center, 63 Pulteney St., Geneva, Wednesdays, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Classes are open to the public. FLCC will provide the course workbooks. For more information or to register, contact Sharon Nedrow, FLCC adult basic education coordinator, at (585) 394-3500, ext. 7431.
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FLCC AND TV COURSE OFFER GED PREPARATION
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CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (Jan. 12, 2006) - 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 Jan. 23, "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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