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.Capilano College

Women's Access
Centre

Winter 1988
Community Resources • Library Materials
Credit Free Activities • Life and Career
Planning • On Campus Programs

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WOMEN'S ACCESS CENTRE
'Eie Women's Access Centre attempts to
ensure equal access to education for
women.
Educational and career planning have
become rrore difficult because the em­
ployment opportunities traditionally
available to women are decreasing.
However, many new opportunities are
becoming available, such as jobs in
technical and trades occupations.
Informed decision-making based on a
wider range of options is necessary.
Regardless of the direction a woman
may choose, the Centre tries to en­
sure that the decision is based on
the individual's particular interests
and abilities; and, that a person
has considered a wide range of options.
To assist potential students and
current students in making education
al and.career decisions. the Centre
offers a variety of short courses
and services.

ASSERTIVE COMMUNICATION
Assertive behaviour allows a person
to express honest feelings comforta­
bly, to be direct and straightforward
and to exercise personal rights with­
out denying the rights of others.
Workbook required. (Four sessions)

CAREER PLANNING
This workshop is designed to help
participants assess their present
situation and clarify possible op­
tions for change. The steps invol­
ved in decision-making will be
covered. Workbook required. (Five
sessions)

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A basic orientation to the uses and
application of microcomputers.
Hands-on experience is provided to
build familiarity with the computer.
A nominal materials fee is required.
(Four sessions)

The Centre also has an extensive
library of books, periodicals, and
papers by and about women. The Centre
is a place where you can study, get
assistance for writing papers or
doing projects, use the library, and
have the faculty and staff help you
with goal-setting.
We are also available to help with
colll)laints, such as sexual harrass­
ment, which may present _barriers to
educational opportunities. The
College specifically prohibits
sexual harrassment. If you need
assistance, call us.
The Centre also attell1)ts to ensure
equal opportunity for women in all
aspects of College activities. For
example, the Centre is available to
faculty, staff, administration, and
students to review policies, practices
and curriculum which may present
barriers to women.

THE ABOVE COURSES ARE SCHEDULED AT
TIMES CONVENIENT FOR THE PARTICIPArns.
WORKBOOKS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE BOOK­
STORE.

WOMEN'S DISCUSSION GROUP
A support group offers women a place
to discuss many important problems
and issues in their lives. A group
leader will be present to plan con­
structive meetings. This group meets
once a week.
·� FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER,
PLEASE PHONE THE WOMEN'S ACCESS CENTRE
AT 986-1911 x279 DURING THE FOLLOWING
HOURS. MON. 9:30-2:30, TUES. 1:30-4:30,

WED. 1:30-4:30, THURS. 9:30-4:00, FRI.
9:30-12:00.

RITA JOHNSON MEMORIAL AWARD
The Rita Johnson Memorial Award was established in honour of Rita Johnson
who worked in the Women's Access Centre at Capilano College. She was
working toward a Master's Degree in Counselling at U.B.C. Rita Johnson
began post-secondary studies in her middle years, after raising four
children. The Rita Johnson Memorial Award was established to assist
mature women students enrolled in either part-time or full-time studies
in any field of post-secondary study. Preference will be given to mature
women who have an interest in academic studies and who have a derronstrated
interest in and awareness of women's issues. Applicants may be (or plan
to be) part-time or full-time students. Student applicants will hopefully
have at least a 8 1 average. Prospective student applicants will hopefully
demonstrate an active interest in returning to school and/or paid employment.
Applications are available at the Women's Access Centre, B135, and the
Financial Aid Office in M Building, and can be submitted at any tirre.
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