Thursday, March 24, 1994 New class in session by Bridgette Jesek Collegian Staff To be seated in a French class and not need to know one word of French is something a bit different for students at Behrend. Never before has such a class been offered. Dr. Katherine Wolfe, who currently teaches the language series courses in French, is prepared this summer to offer a class encompassing France and the French speaking world. This course will be taught in English so no language ability is necessary. Wolfe intends to examine how identity is perceived by the French and people who speak French. "This will be an attempt to constitute “Frenchness” which ultimately ends up being what constitutes being an American. If they define themselves in these sorts of ways where do we stand really?" Wolfe said. This class will also take a look at aspects like geography, history and cultural heritage, mainly focusing on the past "because a lot of the ways in which the French think of themselves deals with their past," Wolfe explained. PSU care by Glee Jesteadt Collegian Staff An agreement has been made between Penn State University and Saint Vincent Health Center to start an AH EC (Area Health Education Committee) program here in Erie. An Area Health Education Committee is a public or non profit entity which has a cooperative agreement with one or more schools of medicine for the planning, development, and operation of the area’s health education program in a designated region of the state. This includes a IS county participation in the AHEC area for northwestern Pennsylvania. This division travels east to Parter County and south to Butler County. “There will be medical "This is sometimes hard for Americans to realize because we are so present oriented. In part because our past doesn't go back that far," she added. In addition to the cultural aspects, Wolfe intends to touch on some of the arts and literature. The reason for this is because, "the French define themselves so much through their literary construct." One of the things she plans on doing is to read a poem in both English and French because so much can be lost through the translation. This course will fall under the diversity focus and general humanities credits. Wolfe, who is married to a dual national, tries to visit France every other year and is interested in encouraging students to study abroad. "So far we haven't gotten anyone to go to a French speaking country. Not for lack of interest but for lack of money. France is not a cheap country to go to." Wolfe said. Registration for this summer French diversity class must be done by May 9. health ideas students from Hershey traveling and working within this division,” said Dr. Dorothy Carlson, program leader of health, science, education, and research at Saint Vincent This program is designed to secure more allied health professionals in the area to go into primary care (family practice). Representatives include delegates from Hamot Medical Center, Higher Education, Clarion and Edinboro Universities, and the Erie County Health Department “I think it is really exciting to serve the underserved and royal populations,” said Carlson. The facilities given by Behrend for the new AHEC office is in the Continuing Education office. SGA Report Petitions for SGA elections are due Friday, March 25 to the Office of Student Activities by 5:00p.m.. Positions are available for Student Senate and club presidencies. Student Government is an excellent way to make your voice heard and become more involved at Behrend The CCSG meeting was held last weekend. Behrend was represented by SGA President Joe Mycka and resident senator Hal Coffey. One of the issues brought up was the organization of an Intramural Olympics for the spring of 1995. If anyone is interested in helping organize this event contact Hal Coffey at x 6721. Jason DeMarte Vice President SGA Remember when... -You moved away from home? -You had to make new friends? -You were a freshman? Help make Penn State-Behrend’s f; 1994 new students feel welcome, become an... Orientation Leade If you are * available in the Student Activities Office and an due on April 1, 1994. 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