A WARM WELCOME TO ALL

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1 NOVEMBER 2006 A WARM WELCOME TO ALL Dear students I would like to welcome all of you to a new semester, new friendships, a new chapter at Americanos College and Cyprus. At Americanos College, all staff members share the responsibility to provide a safe and encouraging environment that promotes a positive attitude towards learning, mutual respect among all members of the College community and high expectations for student achievement. We truly believe that in this environment, students can successfully assume responsibility for their own learning. Our mission is to engage all students in the intellectual processes of the highest quality. Students acquire both theoretical and practical knowledge and develop their intellectual and physical potential for lifetime learning and personal fulfillment. We believe that students should be appropriately challenged to think creatively and critically, to reason and to solve problems. Also, we believe that our students should become responsible, contributing members of the society and should further develop sound personal, ethical and moral character. Our students should understand and appreciate the diverse and multicultural nature of the society and world we live in. Our faculty and administrative staff are extremely proud of the successes our students have achieved and are committed to enhance the learning environment of our community. They are all available to advise, guide and share with you valuable knowledge and experiences. Please do take advantage of the warm and friendly environment of Americanos College and make the best out of your experience here. We are here to educate you and be educated by you. There is a lot to learn and we want to make this everyday learning experience a unique and an unforgettable one. I welcome you once again and wish you a productive and enjoyable semester ahead. Marios Americanos College Director..AND WISHES FOR A PLEASANT, PRODUCTIVE SEMESTER

2 RADIOMARATHON- CHARITABLE EVENT some students run an internal fundraise. For the sale of the cakes and muffins we received During the internal fundraise we collected 82. All proceeds were deposited in the Radiomarathon account. A huge thanks to all of you who have so energetically helped to Americanos College participated again this year in Radiomarathon, the biggest charity event of the year, which aims in assisting children with special needs. The event took place on Monday & Tuesday October 23 rd - 24 th The College participated with students and faculty/staff running a kiosk at Eleftherias Square, selling cakes and muffins produced by the Hotel & Catering Dept. In addition, students from the Secretarial Studies Dept. sold tickets for the same cause and 2006 GRADUATION The Graduating class of 2006 participated in the graduation ceremony on June 22 nd 2006 at the Hilton Hotel. Proud family and friends of the graduates, as well as faculty, staff and administration of Americanos College were present during that memorable evening. Moreover, distinguished guests like the make our participation in the Radiomarathon 2006 successful. Director of the Higher and Tertiary Education of the Ministry of Education and Culture, the Director of the Cyprus Chefs Association and the Administration Director of the Cyprus Tourism Organization honored with their presence the event with brief addresses to the graduates. Graduates of each Department were awarded commemorative plaques for their high academic achievement. In addition, the Director of the Cyprus Chefs Association presented medals to students of the Culinary Arts & Hotel Management Depts. who won top positions at competitions of the Gastronomia Gastrognosia 2006 exhibition. The Director of the Cyprus Tourism Organization also

3 awarded monetary prizes to the top three Bachelor degree graduates of the Hotel Management program. The evening was concluded with a cocktail reception and a lot of picture taking! Congratulations to all graduates and the best of luck. BLOOD DONATION On July 11 th, 2006 faculty and staff of Americanos College responded to the desperate request of a little Cypriot boy parents for blood sample donations in an attempt to find a compatible bone marrow donor. Volunteers rushed to the Karaiskakion Institute for their blood donation. LUNCH GALA Students of the Culinary Arts Dept. and their tutor Mr. Michael Anastasiou proved their excellent culinary skills by treating the administration staff to a delicious three-course lunch on May 23 rd. Thanks to the Culinary Arts Dept. for their tasty treat!

4 FACE-TO-FACE Mr. Andreas Petasis is the new face in the Business Department. He graduated from the University of Sunderland with a Bachelor in Business Administration and then from Maastricht School of Management with an M.B.A. in Marketing and Management. He is in the final year of his Doctorate Degree from Adam Smith University in the US, with a specialization in Strategic Marketing. Moreover, he is a member of the Association of International Accountants (AIA). He worked for seven years in Ayios Dometios Cooperative Savings Bank, as an officer in the Administration and Accounting Department. How does the teaching experience seem so far? What do you like the most as faculty? Lecturing would be what I enjoy the most. However, what I have found at Americanos College is an organization whose culture is characterized by professionalism and effectiveness. Great interaction between staff members and different functions, all aiming towards highest possible quality. What would you like to offer as a faculty? a My aim is to be a part of a team that contributes to the success of this academic institution. Conducting research in the field of my expertise will help me become a better academic, and thus to support and assist in the fulfillment of the mission and objectives of Americanos College. Any specific goals in life? A successful academic career, contributing to the welfare of Americanos College and of the society in general. And of course to foster a good family, providing them with the values and beliefs necessary to be affiliated and respected by their surroundings. Much better than I would expect. I find it very interesting and challenging not only because of Any hobbies/ interests? the lecturing, but also because knowledge should be accompanied with everyday experiences, and the challenge is to communicate these experiences to others. What I enjoy the most among many hobbies is playing football. However, when there is spare time, I could enjoy a good movie, or meet with friends for a couple of drinks. Any specific advice you would like to give to Americanos College students? They should try to earn as match as possible in terms of knowledge and skills, since it can be the major tool in succeeding professionally and personally. Moreover, they should try to enjoy at the most their college years by participating in social events; Nicosia has a lot to offer, but Ayia Napa can be a recommended place to visit, on their free time. Throughout their studies, they should always have in mind, that, no pain - no gain.

5 ANTIRACISM FUTSAL TOURNAMENT An antiracism futsal tournament was organized by Americanos College at a futsal court in Aglantzia. Futsal teams of administrative staff, faculty and international students played united and in a consensus against racism. The tournament was very successful with the student teams of Nigeria, Morocco and Nepal being the winning teams respectively with gold medal s awarded to the Nigerian team, silver medals to the Moroccan student team and bronze to the Nepalese. THE WORLD AT A GLANCE Warming could bring 1930s havoc (CNN online) Climate change will devastate the global economy on a scale of the two world wars and the depression of the 1930s if left unchecked, a top economist has warned. The report's main argument is that the benefits of coordinated action around the world to tackle global warming will greatly outweigh any financial costs. UK Prime Minister Tony Blair said if no action was taken, climate change could cost the world up to 20 percent of global gross domestic product (GDP) each year. Curry spice help for arthritis (BBC online) Extract of a spice used in curry could help prevent rheumatoid arthritis and osteoporosis, US research suggests. Turmeric has been used for centuries in Asian medicine to treat inflammatory disorders and its extract can be found in western dietary supplements. Now lab work by University of Arizona researchers, in Arthritis & Rheumatism, shows just how the spice's curcuminoid extracts have a therapeutic effect.

6 IN GREEK AΓΑΠΗ Η πραγματική αγάπη είναι πάντοτε συνυφασμένη με την προσφορά, τη θυσία, την ανιδιοτέλεια. Αγάπη είναι να χαίρεσαι με αυτόν που χαίρεται και να λυπάσαι με αυτόν που πονά. Αυτός που αγαπά ανέχεται τον άλλο με τις ατέλειές του χωρίς να τον περιφρονεί, χωρίς καν να τον κάνει να νιώθει άσχημα για αυτό που είναι. Όταν αγαπάς ενδιαφέρεσαι τι θα γίνει ο άλλος, χωρίς όμως αυτό το ενδιαφέρον να γίνεται καταπίεση και επιβολή. Και αυτό, διότι η πραγματική αγάπη εμπεριέχει τον σεβασμό της ελευθερίας του άλλου, την εκτίμηση προς την προσωπικότητά του. Παρεξηγημένη αγάπη είναι όταν ο άλλος γίνεται το αντικείμενο με το οποίο ικανοποιώ εγώ τις ανάγκες και τις επιθυμίες μου. Καταντούμε σε αυτή την παρεξηγημένη κατάσταση είτε όταν είμαστε φίλαυτοι δηλαδή εγωιστές - είτε όταν πάσχουμε από κοινωνική ανασφάλεια. Εδώ, ο φόβος μη τυχόν και μας απορρίψουν οι άλλοι μας κάνει να απαιτούμε συνεχώς επιβεβαίωση. Η ανασφάλεια, με τις απαιτήσεις που προτάσσει, μας εμποδίζει από το να γνωρίσουμε και να αγαπήσουμε τον άλλο για αυτό που πραγματικά είναι, με τον ίδιο ακριβώς τρόπο που μας εμποδίζουν οι απαιτήσεις που προτάσσει η φιλαυτία, ο εγωισμός. Trivia Questions of the month Submit the right answers to the following trivia questions to Ms. Maria Constantinou by December 20 th, 2006 and WIN A PRIZE! 1. What ethnic group was largely responsible for building most of the early railways in the U.S. West? 2. Which country has been the planet's largest aid donor since 1991? 3. What is the only thing that can destroy diamond? NOVEMBER 2006 The College Times Team: Chief Editor/Advisor: Ms. Maria Constantinou Reporters: Tataridou Natasa 2 & 3 Omirou Avenue, Eleftheria Square, P.O. Box 22425, 1521 Nicosia Cyprus Telephone: , Facsimile: college@ac.ac.cy