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DURHAM COLLEGE STAFF MEMBERS HONORED Shiner celebrates three decades at D C BYJ31ANE DASlLVA Chronicle staff Physics professor Ted Shiner clearly remembers the day they buried ’the "bones" of John Napier. "Napier was credited for developing the theory of the slide rule," Shiner said. "The slide rule was what engineers and technologists used for doing math." He remembers (lie students and faculty ceremoni- ously burying the slide rule, the "bones" of Napier, at the front of the school. "The slide rule was very dear to many students hearts. It was their bread and butter. But once the calculator came about they were pleased to get rid of the slide rule," said Shiner. Oct.l he will be recognized for celebrating his 30th anniversary with the college. During those three decades, the school has grown considerably. "1 watched the college being hulU, When I came, 1 had my inteiview in a portable," said Shiner. "We developed courses and programs and literally watched the school grow aca- demically and physically," he said. He witnessed the construc- tion of the main building and the additions added at later intervals over the years. Other events also stand Those were the days: Physics professor, Ted Shiner reminisces over 30 years of events at DC. out in his mind. For example he recalls the students burn- ing their ties while rebelling against the dress code that required them to wear shirts, ties and jackets to class. He also remembers the first college teacher’s strike and get- ting a chance to tell TV reporters what class sizes and work load he believed would be best for the students, the school and the teachers. Over the years Shiner has had several roles at the school such as a being co- ordinator for four or five years . in the technology department. "It was a lot of work but very rewarding," he said. A graduate of Durham’s Mechanical Engineering Technology Program, Robin Bouwhuis, said he enjoyed Shiner’s teaching style and his overheads. "If you had any problems in class you could always go to his office and he would be there. Great one on one," said Bouwhuis. Shiner accepted a teaching job at Durham in 1968. Diet Coke man appreciated BY PEGGY PALLING Chronicle staff Craig Thomas has spent half his life teaching at Durham College. Last year for Thomas’s 50th birthday, his students brought him a Diet Coke cake. This year his 25th anniversary at Durham will be recognized at a staff apprecia- tion dinner on Oct 1. Thomas is a professor of economics and marketing in the business division and is known by his students for his love of Diet Coke and abili- ty to keep class interesting. "He was able to keep your attention," said one of his second-year business students. Carolyn Willoughby, Durham professor, says that he has a genuine interest in his students. She thinks he’s a memorable teacher because he makes the connection between the students and himself. "He tries to bring the world into the class- room," said Willoughby. She also says that he takes pride in his work and his students. Ironically, he didn’t always Intend to become a teacher. He graduated from both Ryerson Polytechnical Institute and Wilfrid Laurier University with a three-year diploma in Marketing and a BA in Economics and English. After that, he worked for several businesses, including IBM, Bank of Montreal, Coca Cola, the 3M company and was involved in car sales. It was when he saw a job posting for a teaching position at Durham College, that every- thing changed, "I just happened to see the job posting. I thought I’d give it a try and just fell in love with it," said Thomas. One memorable event that sticks out in his mind is when the Sports Administration students used to host a "Turkey Trot" 10k race every year. The competitors would dress up in different costumes and run the race. This annual event took place for approximately 10 years, Thomas remembers running in the Turkey Trot as being "a lot of fun." In the past he has also coached the college’s tennis and cross-country teams. Being at Durham for 25 years has taught Thomas that he has been an instrument in the success of his graduates. "When they do well, I feel that maybe I had a part to play in that. If they succeeded, I succeeded," said Thomas. One of his significant accomplishments was guest speaking at last year’s Convocation ceremony. "He talked about students having two ears and one mouth. Which means that it was more important to listen and gather Informa- tion than to talk," Willoughby said. On 1 0th anniversary Polonsky aims towards future continued from pg. 1 became president of Red River Community College. It was here, in 1988, that Polonsky was contacted by a search consultant who invited him to apply for a job at Durham College, back home in Ontario. Polonsky remembered having a good first impression of the school, particularly of the "terrific staff" he mot here, but also seeing the need for change. One of the first issues to tackle, he felt, was to reaffirm the college’s commitment to its staff. "The college had just laid off a lot of staff, not too long before I a r r i v e d , " Polonsky said. "I think there was a fair bit of non-confidence by college staff in terms of the future." It was the future that held Polonsky’s interest then, too. With his " D u r h a m College team", he compiled a ’wish list’ of plans for the college, plans that guided the college’s progress for the next decade, Polonsky felt that the college needed a more employer- friendly emphasis, which included creating the Skills Training centre and more cor- porate training for employers. He was also, in his own words, . "struck by the need for more spaces." This feeling was translated into the building of the L-wing, the Student Centre, and the college residence, and also the’creatlon of off-campus programming in Port Hope, Whitby, Pickering and Uxbridge. But the change Polonsky felt most necessary was in the minds or the community. "The community was down on the college," he said. "We set out to Improve our community reputation, and we have achieved that." "Our customers, meaning our students, employers, cor- porate sponsors, and the community at large, they now think we’re one of the best col- leges. At the end of the day, that is what matters. How GARY POLONSKY ones customers value you; thai is job one." And Polonsky has found tliat even in an era of government cutbacks, progress and change are not unattainable. In fact, ever-optimistic, tie see; the current financial situation, which lias half the college’s in Ontario in debt (but not Durham), as an opportunity. "I’ve lived all my life with scarce resources," explained Polonsky. "So, when people are pulling their hair out, I just say, ’It’s paradise, compared tc what it could be.’" "I’m a great believer in adversity. 1 think that people and organizations can only achieve greatness by overcomingchallenges." In the past 10 years, Polonsky ha; faced adversity, but he has aisc seen a great deal of success, both personally and professionally. He has seen hi; children grow and marry, and is now a grand- father of three. And he has seen his school grow. When Polonsky first came here, Durham" was the 18th largest of 22 schools in the province. He predicts the school will be 10th largest within two years. The Creating Futures fundraising project exceeded its $12 million goal - by nearly $4 million. And the school is averaging one new building every two years. All of this success might gc to a person’s head, but each September on the first day ol classes, Polonsky still feels ner- vous, "because there’s so much that can go wrong." It is an unusual confession from a man who, when asked what aspect of his job he does not like, replied, without hesi- tation, "Nothing," A man who was reflecting on his ten years at Durham, ended up talking about the school’s strategic plan for the future. And, as he has recently signed a new contract, he is also the man who will be lead- ing the college into’the new millennium.
( NEWS THE CHRONICLE ....^September’29; 1998 3 Shirts with messa ges hope BY AMANDA WiLLIAMSON Chronicle staff Punches, screams, tears, rapes and all other forms of pain are translated into art on T-shirts. This is the first step to healing for women and their families through the Clothesline Project. The Clothesline Project represents the women and children of Durham Region who have been victims of violence. These T-shirts represents the healing process. Durham Region has 304 of these shirts, representing 304 victims, mostly from Oshawa, according to Cheryl Watts, Durham’s Clothesline co-ordinator. This project came to Durham in 1994 by a committee of local women. Watts has had shirts at every "Take Back the Night" march here in Oshawa and in Pickering, both held this year on Sept. 10. Watts said that the mandate for the Clothesline Project is to "provide an opportunity for women to bear witness to their personal experience of violence, and to celebrate their transformation from victim to survivor in a powerful statement of solidarity." Watts also encourages men interested in the project to do something similar. "The creating of a T-shirt is a healthy way of expressing anger and a good first step to Pholo by Amanda Willlamson CLOTHESLINE PROJECT ACROSS DURHAM: These shirts represent the victims of violence, both women and children, and represents the first step In the healing process. There are 304 of these shirts for the Durham Region. survival." Watts said. "It’s hard work and no pay," said Watts, who is always looking for volunteers. You can find the Clothesline displays all over Durham. The displays have been have been done here at Durham College and she looks forward to November, their busiest month because it Is Wife Assault Prevention Month. They divide their shirts into seven forms of abuse: white -for women who have died frbm violence against them; yellow and beige -for women who have been battered or assaulted; black for women who have been emotionally or verbally abused; red, pink or oranse - for women who have been raped or sexually assaulted; blue or green - for women who are survivors of incest or child sexual abuse; purple or lavender -for women who have been attacked because of their sexual orientation; grey-for women who have been attacked because of race or ethnic origin. They define battering and abuse this way: PHYSICAL ABUSE- pushes, slaps, kicks, or punches you; exposes you to risks; throws objects and destroys your property; threatens or injures you with a weapon; physically prevents you from leaving; locks you in the house; abandons you In dangerous places; refuses to help when you are sick, injured or pregnant; stops you from seeking medical care; (,>-« unu n (,i».^> i.u n’fn- -ivi vvuiiicii wnu wiiu nuvc uct-ii diiiiLKuu yuu iruni .tCCKiny nn-un-tii Lare; keeps you awake at night against your will; refuses to buy food or other necessary articles; threatens to injure your family or friends. SEXUAL ABUSE- treats women as sex objects; with- holds sex and affection; forces you to strip when you don’t want to; commits cruel sexual acts; forces you to have sex against your will or after a beating; accuses you of having affairs; forces you to watch and/or repeat pornographic acts. EMOTIONAL ABUSE-con- tinually criticizes you; ignores your feelings; ridicules your most valued beliefs; denies you affection as punishment; refuses to work and share financial responsibilities; keeps you from working; manipulates you with lies; insults family and friends; refuses to socialize and prevents contact with family and friends; keeps you from using the phone; controls the money and makes all the financial decisions; humiliates you in public or at work; threatens to leave; throws you out of the house; threatens to kidnap the children or deprives them. If you or anyone you know can say these things about their partner, get help. You or they can contact the rape crisis centre at (905) 725-2241. Teachers/ boards try to agree on Bill 1 60 QTALKS RESUME AS GOV’T PLANS BACK-TO-WORK LEGISLATION They were stopped by the principal, who informed them the school could not be opened because of liability issues. Mary Brown from the Durham Board of Education said students wishing to carry on with their studies can pick up course materials from their schools. Katie Gooder is a grade 10 student at Eastdale Collegiate in Oshawa.went to talk to some of her teachers on the picket line in front of her school. She sympathizes with the teachers. "Most of my friends support the teachers because they’re out there for us, to improve the education system." However, Gooder said many students are anxious to get back to school. She believes students are unwilling to take extra time off now if it means losing parts of their Christmas, March or summer holidays down the line. Rob Walker, executive secretary for the OSSTF in Durham, said Friday that they are uncertain what the conditions will be for a return to class. In previous back-to-work situations, employees returned under terms of their previous contract and an .arbitrator has been appointed to resolve outstanding issues, said Walker. Walker believes that it will be the end of next week before the legislation is passed and everyone returns to class. km _ _ Ontario Rnplish Catholic Teachers "We don’t want hack-tn-wnrk leeis- Thev werp
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