April 16, 2014

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CBU Aviation Science Program Partners with SkyWest Airlines

cockpitCalifornia Baptist University’s aviation science program has entered into a partnership with SkyWest Airlines on a Pilot Cadet Program. This program provides students with unmatched opportunities toward becoming a SkyWest first officer. This is the second such agreement signed in the past month.

Students who successfully complete the program requirements with satisfactory completion of the ATP written, are guaranteed a final interview for a first officer position with SkyWest.

“This preference allows our aviation flight students to attend CBU in confidence, knowing their efforts will be rewarded by SkyWest,” said Dr. Daniel Prather, Department Chair of Aviation Science. “It is clear that SkyWest Airlines sees great value in our aviation major and the high-quality flight training we provide at CBU.”

Students in the Pilot Cadet Program must maintain a 3.0 minimum grade point average, complete advanced jet training courses and attain the FAA ratings of Commercial Pilot/Instrument and Multi-Engine, and Certified Flight Instructor.

This program is another great reason to join CBU’s small class sizes and get instruction from some of the best aviation instructors in the industry. For more information, contact Dr. Daniel Prather at 951.343.4924 or email dprather@calbaptist.edu.

About SkyWest Airlines

SkyWest Airlines serves destinations throughout North America, providing global access to millions of people each month.  SkyWest partners with the world’s largest network carriers including United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, US Airways, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Peaking at more than 2,000 daily flights with 330 aircraft, SkyWest is an industry leading airline and one of the largest regional airlines in the world. For more information, visit www.skywest.com and follow @SkyWestAirlines on Twitter.

 

CBU students honor top faculty, staff of the year

From left: Dr. Jeff Mooney and Brian Zunigha

From left: Dr. Jeff Mooney and Brian Zunigha

Students at California Baptist University recently honored Dr. Jeff Mooney, associate professor of Christian studies, as the 2013-2014 Faculty of the Year and Brian Zunigha, director of campus ministries, as Staff of the Year.

The awards, which were announced during chapel services, officially recognize those who have supported and guided students to reach their highest potential.

“I am thrilled to get the award,” Mooney said. “While I am sure that my colleagues enjoy their job as much as I do, none loves this task more than me. It is really gratifying for my students to acknowledge that they see my affection for them and the job as well.”

Zunigha said that he is “encouraged that students would think of me for an award like this. I’m so honored and grateful.”

The voting process, conducted by the Associated Students of California Baptist University (ASCBU) organization, was a two-tiered process. First, students nominated their choices for both recognitions. The top eight names in both categories were placed on the ballot with student Senate candidates.

 

CBU cheer team wins second NCA championship

natl champsCalifornia Baptist University claimed its second National Cheerleading Association Championship in a row, remaining undefeated for the past two seasons.

The Lancers finished the final round with a score of 95.00 to beat out four other squads in the All Girl II Division. Central Oklahoma came in a close second with a score of 94.78, followed by Lindenwood (90.80), Grand Valley State (90.63) and Lewis University (89.20).

CBU started off strong in the preliminary round and grabbed a score of 94.15, putting them in first place right off the bat.  After their solid start, the Lancers continued to ride out the momentum they’ve had all season and dominated the competition.

To view their winning performance, click here.

Family Updates

Spring Eggstravaganza participants register for the event.

Spring Eggstravaganza participants register for the event.

Participants had the opportunity to get free face painting.

Participants had the opportunity to get free face painting.

Fourteen marketing students from the School of Business hosted a free community event April 5 called the Spring Eggstravaganza. More than 300 children participated in the event, which was held at the Galleria at Tyler. Participants had opportunity to become “Eggsplorers,” to complete an “Eggstreme Course” and to do a variety of Easter and Spring crafts. Students worked throughout  the semester to promote the event and to coordinate all the logistics and attractions. In addition, a team of students conducted research to evaluate the impact of the event on both participants and mall retailers.  The event provided students with the opportunity to apply their classroom learning in a way that benefitted members of the Riverside community.

 

 

 

 

Dr. Patrick Schacht

Dr. Patrick Schacht

Dr. Patrick Schacht, assistant professor of biochemistry, spoke at the Department of Natural and Mathematical Sciences monthly colloquium on April 1. His presentation was titled Studying the Structure–Function Relationship of the G protein Regulator RIC8.

 

 

 

 

Teddy Osuwu speaking to the group

Teddy Osuwu (standing at right) speaking to the group

The Preconception Peer Educators Club (PPE) completed a training course for 80 CBU students on March 29. PPE, affiliated with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Minority Health, promotes healthy living with the goal of improved birth outcomes in the U.S. Participating students may earn PPE certification and internship hours. In addition, the State of California Public Health Department provides thank you letters to students promoting health in California. Teddy Osuwu, the national PPE director from Washington, D.C., attended the March meeting. PPE also was awarded a $600 grant for a club teaching project from the Office of Minority Health.

 

 

 

 

 

Dr. Susan Studer

Dr. Susan Studer

Dr. Susan Studer, professor of education, attended the Society for the Study of Curriculum History Conference, which met in Philadelphia in April. She presented a paper titled From Print, to the Big Screen, to the News: How the Media Has Affected Curriculum and Schools and What We Can Learn from It.

 

 

 

Dr. David Isaacs

Dr. David Isaacs

Dr. David Isaacs, assistant professor of English, presented a paper at the Southeast Regional Conference on Christianity and Literature on April 5. The paper, titled Pullman’s Problematic Paradise: Dissolving in Death as a Way to Glory, examined the depiction of hell in Philip Pullman’s The Amber Spyglass.

 

 

 

Dr. Lorna Kendrick

Dr. Lorna Kendrick

Dr. Lorna Kendrick, professor of nursing, attended and presented research at both the Society for Applied Anthropology meeting March 18-22 and the Western Social Science Association meeting April 3 in Albuquerque. The first presentation was titled Cuba’s Globalization of Health Care Prevention and the second was An Alternative to Tradition: The Cuban Heath Care Prevention Model.

 

 

 

Crystal Rojas

Crystal Rojas

Crystal Rojas, adjunct professor of nursing, co-authored an article titled The Informatics Nurse Specialist Role in Electronic Health Record Usability Evaluation, which was recently published in the academic journal CIN: Computers Informatics Nursing.

 

 

 

 

Dr. Franco Gandolfi

Dr. Franco Gandolfi

Dr. Franco Gandolfi, dean of the School of Business, recently published an article titled Why Do Firms Downsize? Theoretical Underpinnings in the Journal of Management Research.

 

 

 

 

From left: nutrition students Stephanie Curnow; Kristy Valencia; Sarah Velez; Megan Fuller and Lesley Garnica with Barth

From left: nutrition students Stephanie Curnow; Kristy Valencia; Sarah Velez; Megan Fuller and Lesley Garnica with Barth

Dr. Meg Barth, professor and program director of nutrition and food services, presented a seminar titled Vegetarian and Plant-based Diets April 7 at the Founder’s Center at Parkview Community Hospital. About 150 senior community members attended the presentation, which was linked to the Riverside Community Health Foundation’s Conscious Kitchen initiative and the City of Riverside’s Start Right program. Five community nutrition students explained key summary points during the presentation and participated in the question and answer session from the audience. Barth and her students have been invited to present two additional seminars for the initiative this year. Attached are photos of the event:

 

 

 

 

GP DayNearly 200 grandparents participated in the second annual Grandparents Day on CBU’s campus April 7.  Family members experienced chapel, lunch, entertainment by a CBU theatre arts musical group and attended classes, including:

  • Joe Adcock, who hosted a game show called Grandparents vs. Students;
  • Jared Dobbins, who spoke on ISP/USP and CBU around the World;
  • Dawn Gilbert on the Women’s Choir;
  • Robert Kirk on aviation history;
  • Dr. Daniel Skubik , history of chocolate;
  • Rob Vis, Social Media for Seniors;
  • Dave Williams on ceramics.

 

Dr. Mark Kling

Dr. Mark Kling

Dr. Mark Kling, assistant professor of criminal justice and public administration for Online and Professional Studies, presented an executive management topic titled Developing an Ethical Tool Box: Adding Tools to Address Unethical Employee Behavior at the Los Angeles Area Fire Chiefs Association’s 2014 Bear Paw Conference. The meeting was held April 10 at the UCLA Conference Center in Lake Arrowhead, Calif.

 

 

 

 

Dr. Daniel Prather

Dr. Daniel Prather

Dr. Daniel Prather, professor and chair of the department of aviation science, taught a four-day airport operations course to more than 50 airport personnel at Charlotte-Douglas International Airport during April 7-10. In addition, the department of aviation science provided tours of the Boeing 727 to thousands of spectators during the Riverside Airshow on April 5. One of the CBU Flight School’s Cessna 172 aircraft was also on display.

 

 

FBLA-PBL Inc. Professional Division National President David Jones celebrates with CBU PBL Members Diana Lopez, Khelsey Pellum and Joseph Chan

Future Business Leaders of America-PBL Inc. Professional Division National President David Jones celebrates with CBU PBL Members Diana Lopez, Khelsey Pellum and Joseph Chan

CBU’s new Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) Chapter competed at the State Business Leadership Conference at the Westin LAX March 28-30. The goal of the conference was to enhance members’ abilities to communicate, network and present in a business environment. The CBU PBL chapter members took home six awards:

  • Diana Lopez, freshman business administration major, won 3rd place in the Future Business Executive category and 5th place in Business Decision Making.
  • Joseph Chan, senior public relations major, was recognized as the Who’s Who award recipient for CBU, earned the Fresh Start award, won 4th place in Impromptu Speaking, and 5th place in Business Decision Making. Chan and Lopez were teammates in the event. In addition, Chan received the full scholarship award to the Phi Beta Lambda National Leadership Conference scheduled June 24-27 in Nashville, Tenn.

 

 

 

Stephanie Risinger

Stephanie Risinger

Stephanie Risinger (’09), adjunct professor in the School of Behavioral Sciences, successfully completed the licensing exams to become a marriage and family therapist April 2. She is beginning private practice in Riverside.

 

 

 

 

2014 Masters Class at Saint Petersburg Christian UniversityDr. Andy Herrity, professor of entrepreneurship and business, delivered a series of lectures and seminars on Leadership, Innovation and Entrepreneurship on April 7-8 in Saint Petersburg, Russia. His students for the two days are all in the master’s degree program in leadership at Saint Petersburg Christian University, are in leadership positions all over Russia and come together for two weeks each spring and fall for intensive sessions with faculty.

 

 

 

 

Cooper Dean Maluokeakua Scott

Cooper Dean Maluokeakua Scott

Cooper Dean Maluokeakua Scott was born Dec. 30, 2013 to TK (’07) and Bethany Scott, assistant director of residence life. He weighed 9 lbs. 3 ozs. and measured 22 inches long. Big sister Ellie helped welcome him to the family.

 

 

 

 

Personnel Updates

DATE DEPARTMENT POSITION NAME STATUS
4/7/2014 Facilities and Planning Services HVAC Supervisor Eric Taylor New Hire
4/7/2014 School of Business Administrative Secretary Delores Washington New Hire
4/7/2014 Public Safety Dispatcher Raymond Hernandez New Hire
4/7/2014 Student Accounts Assistant Director Lauren Whitlock New Hire
4/7/2014 Online and Professional Studies One Stop-Student Service Advisor Sara Mendoza New Hire
4/7/2014 Facilities and Planning Services Housing Maintenance Manager John Vazquez New Hire
4/14/2014 Student Accounts Student Accounts Assistant Ryley Marble New Hire
4/14/2014 Public Safety Dispatcher Matthew Altheide New Hire
4/1/2014 Enrollment Services Undergraduate Admissions Counselor Lauren RobertsFormerly: Heinrich Name Change
4/2/2014 Enrollment Services Director of Undergraduate Admissions Samantha Bowman Change
4/2/2014 Enrollment Services Director of Undergraduate Admissions Darren Meisel No Longer Employed
4/10/2014 Campus Store Cashier Adam Alexander No Longer Employed