L-r, Foundation president Jeri Krogseth, Gala co-chair Jan Hlynsky, committee member Jill Mingay and event decorator, Heddy Bing. Out of this world The stars shone bright at Capilano College on September 12 and 13 for two musical gala performances in support of the Performing Arts Theatre. Approximately 200 people attended each evening. They were treated to exceptional entertainment along with an array of appetizers, desserts and wine served up by costumed students from both the Arts and Entertainment Management and the Retail Marketing programs. Retail Marketing instructor, Heddy Bing, created a multi-coloured ambience by converting the cafeteria with candles and starlights. A silent auction enticed bidders with artwork by Studio Art instructors. Other select items donated by local merchants, along with ticket sales, helped the Foundation raise a net amount of more than $20,000. The money will be used to upgrade and replace aging theatre equipment. Full details online Child care centre recognized Instructor emeritus Former Biology instructor, Dr.Malcolm Fitz-Earle, was recently honoured by Capilano College with the title of Instructor Emeritus. Malcolm, who started at the College in 1974 and retired in 2002, received the appointment through a unanimous recommendation by Education Council. Faculty emeritus appoint- ments are reserved for retirees who have demonstrated outstanding service to the College and to their discipline and who continue to be professionally active in their discipline at or beyond retirement. “Malcolm most certainly demonstrated outstanding service both to Capilano College and to his discipline,” said College president Dr. Greg Lee. “Tt has been my pleasure to know Malcolm as a colleague during all his years at the College. He is definitely deserving of this honour.” Congratulations, Malcolm! Malcolm Fitz-Earle La | Internationally renowned Japanese artist, Michiko Suzuki, widely recognized for her contribution in contemporary art, has become the College's first artist-in-residence. She will spend the next three months developing her own work and interacting with students and College employees through demonstrations and seminars that will centre on her personal approach and use of washi paper. Michiko spent three months last year as artist-in-residence at the University of Alberta. While the university would have liked her to return, she chose to come to Capilano College instead. “I wanted to collaborate with art instructor, Wayne Eastcott, because his work is very interesting to me,” Michiko said. “It has flexibility and I like that style. Also, collaboration between artists is rare as we usually work independently. I am looking forward to the challenge.” Michiko’s Michiko Suzuki most recent works were on display in the College’s Studio Art Gallery until early October. An opening of collaborative works produced by September 22 with an _] Exceptional Work ‘lusion — from the Centre for Abil ty. inclusion award i is given ar to a British Columbia child facility or school that has. demonstrated si i : contributions and e : support and facilitate 2003/04 board of governors an Fei me creat 2 director of a oe the | Sues pees bo his 15 aapolatet sth with Linda Robertson We hai )