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“Thousands of candles can be lighted from a single candle, and the life of the candle will not be shortened. Happiness never decreases by being shared.” ~ Buddha
As some of you may remember, I taught for about ten years for CSI, both online and face-toface, through some half a dozen departments - from computer classes for faculty, staff, and students to international business, online learning environments, information literacy, and copyright and intellectual property, etc. I loved teaching, and I do miss it. However, I was happy to learn that student services also provide an opportunity to get to know our students at a different level. There is a special connection that develops between teachers and their students. There is also a connection that develops between students and those who teach and support them outside the classroom: bring them to campus, give them advice, help them register, navigate the financial aid maze, and keep them involved and engaged. Students share their hopes, fears, challenges, and successes with us. We learn their stories. Where they’ve come from and where they want to go. What their dreams are.
I’d like to share one of these stories with you. I’ll leave out names because they are not important.
He and his family immigrated to the United States in May of this year. They came from a refugee camp in Nepal. They are Nepalese from Bhutan. Before I had the opportunity to meet some of these refugees who came through our Refugee Center, I knew little about the refugee crisis in Nepal. Since then, I had the opportunity to do some research and talk to several refugee families to learn their stories. Many of them have been living in refugee camps since the early 1990s. The younger ones cannot remember life before the camps or were actually born in the camps, not knowing any other life. Many of the adults my age spent the majority of their adult lives in refugee camps.
The student is only twenty years old. Lost his dad when he was ten and he’s been helping his mother to raise his two younger siblings. His dream is to become a doctor. I met him the
Friday before the Fall semester started. Michelle Pospichal from the Refugee Center brought

him over. Initially he came in to merely register for the CNA class to help him with his job. We started talking about his goals. He shared his dream. I encouraged him to follow his dream, ensured him that as long as he is willing to work very hard, it is achievable; especially here in the United States. He took the COMPASS test that same day and tested directly into Calculus I.
That is amazing considering that he’s been living in a refugee camp! He registered for chemistry, computer literacy, English, and PE - full load while working full-time graveyard shift. He is learning to develop a rhythm: attending classes, studying, doing homework, sleeping, and working throughout the night. He is learning about American culture and how to be a college student. He is supporting his entire family financially and is pursuing his dream. And I know he will achieve his dream. He has what it takes - determination and a willingness to work hard. And he has the support that he needs through our faculty and staff who care deeply about the success of every single one of our students and support them regardless of where they came from and where they want to go. And while we do that we have the opportunity to change the lives of not just of our students, but often their whole families and perhaps even generations to come. This is what makes our jobs rewarding. Whether a student from Twin Falls, Jerome, Kimberly, or Nepal, we have an opportunity to truly make a difference. Few people have this privilege. And I am thankful for that.
“The true meaning of life is to plant trees, under whose shade you do not expect to sit.” ~ Nelson Henderson
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Space is limited to 40 people
Sign up early with Jacque Deahl at 732-6441 or jdeahl@csi.edu
CSI employees can bring one guest for an additional $5.00
Age minimum is 12
PACE is sponsoring a hike to Baker Lake in the Smokey Mountains about 15 miles outside of
Ketchum. The fee is $10.00 per person. This includes round-trip transportation from various locations in the valley and lunch when arriving at said destination. The vans will leave CSI at

7:00 AM and should arrive back at 7:00 PM. This hike will be fun for everyone, experienced and first-timers.
Appropriate dress:
The weather may be cool, please dress in layers. A T-shirt, long-sleeved shirt and a hooded sweat shirt or light jacket. Wear pants and maybe bring shorts if you like. Wear shoes that will support your feet (it is a good trail, but sprained ankles are always a possibility).
Other items to bring:
Light windbreaker, light pair of gloves, hat, sunglasses, maybe something to keep your ears warm, toilet paper, sunscreen, band aids, hand sanitizer, lip balm, bottles of water, trail snacks, insect repellent (if necessary), rain poncho (a light cheap one will work), a blanket or small cloth to sit on (if desired, no picnic tables or benches), and a camera.
PACE Supplied items:
Lunch (Hot dogs cooked on a campfire)
Supplies for the lunch will be disbursed between everyone to carry to the Lake.
Pick Up Times and Locations
CSI parking lot near Maintenance building ............... 7:00 am
Flying J .................................................................... 7:15 am
Valley Co-op ............................................................ 7:45 am
Johnny’s Country Store ............................................ 8:00 am
Hailey Albertsons ..................................................... 9:00 am
There will be a stop at the SNRA headquarters for a restroom break before continuing on to the trailhead.
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As always, if you have any ideas or suggestions the Training Committee wants to hear them.
Contact Tina Standlee, training chair, at ext 6205
Hello from the Training Committee. We are very excited this year… We have many different types of trainings and Brown Bags that will be fun for all. We are currently reviewing three books for the next book review in April. If you are interested or have read these books before, please let me know which book you liked the best.
Our Iceberg is Melting by John Kotter
The Butterfly Effect by Andy Andrews
Yo u Can’t Send a Duck to Eagle Schoo l by Mac Anderson
Have you ever wanted to be certified in Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for infants, children, and adults? The CSI Human Resources Department and PACE is sponsoring this activity and providing you an opportunity to participate. Immediate first aid care will also be

covered. You can go to the Community Education Web Site and sign up for this class. If you are having difficulty signing up online please call Jacque Deahl at 6441 to get registered.
First Class Repeat Class
CPR/First Aid Certification
(Limited to 12 participants)
Monday, September 27
8:00 to 11:00 AM
HSHSB 160
CPR/First Aid Certification
(Limited to 12 participants)
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Saturday, October 16
9 am to 12 pm
HSHS 158
Brown Bag Lunch
Wednesday, October 6
1:00 – 2:00
Canyon Building Automotive Shop
Treats will be served
David Rodriguez, CSI’s very own Automotive Professor, will be talking to us about how to maintenance your car on your own… What should you do on your own or when is it time to hire a professional mechanic.
Questions - Contact Tina Standlee at 6205
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We had a very successful Training with Frank Ellis after the General Meeting on September 21.
Frank is a great speaker and gave his audience information on financial issues in the following areas:
 Refinancing a Mortgage
 Managing Finances
 Cutting Expenses
 Credit Rating
 Securing Your Finances
 Planning an Exit Strategy
If you were not able to attend and would like to have a copy of Frank’s handout contact Ann
Keane akeane@csi.edu
, she will send you a PDF file via e-mail.
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The Salish People and the Lewis and Clark Expedition – Book – Compiled by Salish-Pend d’Oreille Culture Committee and Elders Cultural Advisory Council and Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes. This is a great history on providing a different view on the historical times of Lewis and Clark. It is the view from the Indian side. The book provides a refreshing look into these times and shows the many miscommunications between the Indian and the non-Indian. It is a must read for those who relish true historical accounts. I would recommend this book for anyone’s home library. – Ann Keane, ADC Office Spec.

The Idaho Songbag, A Sampler of Songs About Idaho People, Places and Historical Events
– CD – Published by the Idaho Humanities Council this 27 collection is a true Idaho gem. Folks who enjoy historical items of interest about Idaho will enjoy these recordings. I especially like the song El Vasco by Pinto Bennett. It is a catchy tune. In fact there are quite a few catchy tunes. Some are from the 1800’s. – Ann Keane, ADC Office Spec.
Precious – DVD – Based on the book PUSH by Sapphire this movie will have you experiencing the whole range of emotions available to humans. Precious is an inspirational story of hope and overcoming the sorrowful darkness caused by unloving people. Incest isn’t a pretty part of the human drama and some would say “don’t talk about it”, “keep quiet and it will go away”, but it is out there and cannot be hidden. Talking about it will help to heal the victims and hopefully prevent any future atrocities. Precious addresses it with outstanding feeling.
Do you know a Precious out there and can’t see them for the blinders on your eyes? Watch this movie and watch the added features. – Ann Keane, ADC Office Spec.
If you have a favorite book, movie or CD from our very own CSI library you would like to recommend to your co-workers, let me know about it. You don’t need to be a professional critic. All you need is two to four sentences giving info on why you think it is something folks might want to spend their time on. –
Ann Keane, PACE newsletter editor, ext. 6530, akeane@csi.edu
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Tara Nunnelley , r eplacing Connie Hardy
Student Service Specialist
Admissions and Records, ext 6231
Hello all! I am Tara Nunnelley. I am originally from the Magic Valley area. I graduated from CSI in 2006 with my Associate of Arts degree, the last four years I have spent in the local banking industry working in the IT department at D.L. Evans Bank. I am very excited to be back at CSI working in Records and Admissions.
Kathleen Fagerland, replacing Mary Reis
Registered Nursing Assistant Professor
HSHS 206, ext. 6729

Richard “RD” Van Noy, New Position
IT Systems Technician
Canyon 113C, ext. 6364
Originally from McCall, ID. After high school, Richard was an RA in the dorms, and graduated from CSI in computer graphic design, then joined Dell, inc for 8 years. While at Dell, Richard developed extensive technical skill and many industry certifications as the team lead of
Network Operating System (NOS) support engineering. Additionally, as a Microsoft Certified
Trainer (MCT), Richard has hundreds of instruction hours, and has over 30 students certified in Microsoft, CompTIA, and Cisco.
Recently, Richard has worked closely with the ITC to update CSI’s Virtual Tour photography, which will be live on the website by the end of September.
Hobbies: photography, computers & electronics, woodwork & metalwork, and artisan bread.
Cassandra Horton, replacing Kim Taylor
(Kim moved to advising position)
Office Specialist – Advising
Taylor Matrix, ext 6250
Hi there! My name is Cassandra Horton and I am the new Office Specialist in the Advising
Center. I was born in Washington but have spent the majority of my life in Idaho. I am a 2001 graduate of American Falls High School, where I competed in rodeo, FFA and DECA. I recently studied in the BSN program at ISU before deciding to make the Magic Valley home. I now have plans to work on Business Administration degree with a Marketing emphasis.
I have two AWESOME children that keep me smiling and on my toes every minute of the day.
We are a very active family and spend the majority of our time outdoors with our horses and dogs. I am very excited to be working for CSI and I look forward to working with all of you.
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