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Show RS(S(v Now CoeBseloir For Imteriniaitioiiiails by Cara Cahoon Imagine what it would be like to talk with students from China, Japan, Libya, Pakistan, and Iran all in one morning. This is what Mark Reese does as the international student advisor and admissions representative at Westminster College. Effectivecommunication abilities, a friendly personality, and hard work is required to be a good International Student Advisor. Although Reese hasonly been at Westminster for about a month, he has more than lived up to these qualifications. Reese, who loves the outdoors and all sorts of travel, graduated from Skyline High School of Salt Lake in 1977. A degree in Journalism and Mass Communications from the University of Utah came next for Reese, which led to a job as a Public Relations Program Director for Utah Retail Grocers. His most recent job was at a publishing company as a copywriter. Here at Westminster, Reese academically counsels and advises international students. Admissions Representative is another job Reese takes on, although currently he is more involved with the international students. Middle Eastern and Asian countries. As a person meets more Middle Eastern students, it becomes obvious that, Libyans and Iranians are not all bad guys, as some Americans may assume, he said. "A job like this makes it clear that there is another world out there; its not just Salt Lake City, Utah. is because he loves the college atmosphere. He thoroughly enjoyed his six years at college and he is at home in the academic environment He also spent a summer in Europe where he went everywhere with a backpack and a train his pass." This trip further strengthened affairs. in interest avid foreign already This job fascinates me," Reese said, because I am constantly learning about and meeting new poeple. Boredom is out of the question. Discovering about the lifestyles and cultures of other countries is important and beneficial. Most Americans know quite a lot about Europe, but Reese feels they know too little about the There are about 50 international students at Westminster. They receive information about the college through international student brochures, educational missions, American embassies, and other foreign student services. Many students come here for the internationally recognized English Language Study Center on campus. Often, they decide to stay at the college to further their educations. Education is the main reason these students come to the United States. We have something different to offer, said Reese. This is appealing to students from various parts of the world. Many international students appreciate what the United States has to offer; they usually complete four years of college and often go on to graduate work. One change that Reese wrould like to see at Westminster is in the International Club. He would enjoy seeing more people involved and closer relations between club members. The International Club' sponsors some exciting activities, such as sight seeing and visites to restaurants specializing in foreign food. Although it is called the International Club, it is not just for students from foreign countries. There are some American members and Reese strongly encourages more to join. Americans can add much of their own culture to the club while getting a taste of cultures from around the world. After all, we are each from a different part of the world, whether it be from the United States or Pakistan. We are always learning about and meeting new people. Reese said, We are all international students. Lawyer Joims Staff by Angela Russell Edward S. Sweeney has recently accepted the position of vice president for development and general counsel at Westminster. He is taking a sabbatical from his private practice as a prominent Salt Lake City lawyer. General counsel can be considered legal counsel for the college, according to Sweeney. H is counseling duties include, among others, negotiating vendor contracts and handling Westminsters interests when the college is named in a persons will. As Vice Presidnet for Development, Sweeney will be responsible for annual giving, trustee involvement, and alumni giving. In addition to these duties, Sweeney will be working on the Capital Campaign. The Capital Campaign is "organized fund raising. Sweeney hopes to raise 7 to 10 million dollars. This is above and beyond the funds needed to balance se the budget, the capital campaign funds will be used to increase the endowment fund and for deferred maintenance. Sweeney .is an alumnus of Westminster College. He has also served on both the Foundation Board and the Board of Trustees. He obtained a Jurum Doctor (doctor of laws) degree from the University of Santa Clara. His enthusiasm and previous involvement with the college are a definite asset as he spends many breakfasts and lunch hours talking with prospective donors about Westminster and the proposed renovations. Sweeney hopes to have compiled a list of 300 donors after two years. This list will be used to generate the funds during the remaining three years. commitment Sweeney has made a three-yea- r to the college that he is willing to extend if need be. Before he leaves, Sweeney will see the Capital Campaign either completed or well enough on its way that his presence wont be needed. The Associated Students off Westminster College have three appointed positions available. These are: f Freshman Judiciary Member e Ombudsman oUi A Committee Chairperson e Applications can be picked up in the ASWC office in Shaw Center. . The deadline for submitting applications is Friday, September 19 at 5 p.m. photo. 4 Forum V Issue No. 2 |