September 2007

University High School Bulletin for Friday, September 28, 2007

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New Items [1-15]

*** ICEBREAKER DANCE ON FRIDAY!!!!
The Icebreaker Dance is fast approaching! It will be held this coming Friday, September 28, from 7-10 P.M. at Beau Monde, east of Fresno. Tickets are $10 apiece now, but will be $12 at the door, so make sure you buy yours in advance to save some money. They can be purchased from any of the senior officers or in Room 11 during lunch. The class that has the most students attend will earn Spirit Points.

*** Photo Day Oct. 5.
School photo day is Friday, Oct. 2. All Sophomores and Juniors should be prepared for their yearbook photo, background packages if youu want them. Freshmen, if you want to get a package, you will have to have them retaken. There are several packages available with various backgrounds. See Mr. Benslay (room 18) or the office for packages and ordering information.

*** .
Student Recognition [16-20]

*** .
Parent Notices [21-40]

*** .
General Announcements [41-60]

*** Southern California College Visitation Field Trip
If you signed up for this trip with a $100 deposit, Ms. Patterson needs the remaining balance of $95 paid by this Friday.

*** This is the LAST extension!
We have a few spots available for the upcoming overnight college visitation field trip. If you would like to participate, Ms. Patterson will extend the deadline for sign-ups by one week. However, full payment of $195 must be received by Friday, September 28th! For a flyer, see Ms. Patterson or Dr. Torrance ASAP.

*** Skateboards on Campus
Students may ride skateboards to and from school, but not to and from their classes. Those students who ride skateboards to school should check their skateboards into the office each morning and pick them up before leaving each afternoon.

*** Class Ring Orders
Class ring orders will be taken in room 18, at 12:00 on Tuesday, Oct 2. Get an order form and catalog from Mr. Benslay in room 18 to have the order ready for Graduate Services. A $60 deposit is required at the time of ordering. Checks should be made out to "Graduate Services" Seniors ordering rings this year will also get complimentary cap and gown.

*** Cinnamon Rolls
Travel Club is selling Cinnamon Rolls! These rolls are baked fresh everyday, sometimes they are still warm for first period. Help send our students to Europe, all proceeds go toward their expenses. They will be in room 18 by 7:45 a.m. and they will be on sale until they are gone each day.

*** Free Dress Rehearsal of Play "Polish Joke"
Ed EmanuEl is directing a play at Fresno State titled "Polish Joke." It
is a comedy about a person who struggles with his nationality. Ed says
it is a play about tolerance. Ed. is offering free seats to any UHS
student or parent who would like to see the final dress rehearsal on
October 4th from 8 to 9:30pm (the play is 90 minutes). No one other
than UHS connected folks will be allowed into the dress rehearsal.

Ed says that in the play a couple curse words are uttered but otherwise
it is a play for students.

If you are interested, just let us know (278-8263) because we need to give him a
rough count of who will attend.

*** SAT Question of the Day - Answer
The answer is (E).

*** .
Clubs [61-80]

*** .
Student Activities [81-100]

*** SENIOR BABY PICTURES
ALL SENIORS - It is very important that you not only take your senior portrait but we would like you to submit a baby/toddler photo to Mrs. Bennett for the yearbook. This will be part of your senior page - senior portrait, baby pic, and a quote. We need them by October 9th!!! If you do not submit one, your square will be empty with only your name!

*** CARWASH!!!
Hey! Want to see Philip Dodd dancing on a busy street in a dog costume? Then come volunteer at the carwash for the Freshmen class on Saturday OCTOBER 27. This will be a great way to have fun with your friends and kick off a great Halloween! Sign-up sheets will be in Mrs. Phannaphob's or Dr. Gettman's room.

*** .
Community Opportunities [101-120]

*** .
College Info [121-140]

*** University of Pennsylvania Information Session
The University of Pennsylvania Office of UNdergraduate Admissions invites you and your parents to attend an information session about Penn. Sessions will be held on Monday, September 24, 2007, at 7:30 p.m. at the Santa Clara Marriott; Tuesday, September 25, 2007, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel (Union Square) in San Francisco; and Monday, October 8, 2007, at the Rockridge Branch Library in Oakland, CA. All presentations will be held at 7:30 p.m.

*** An Introduction to Brown University
Students wishing to apply to Brown University should attend an information session at the Sunnyside High School Library on Tuesday, October 2nd at 7:00 p.m.

*** Mills College Visitation
Mills will be hostng several "Student Visit Days" for prospective students. Visitations will be held on 10/29 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and 11/10 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Special "Nusring Information Sessions" will also be held on 11/28 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and on 2/13 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. To reserve a space, call: 1-800-87-MILLS.

*** UC Preview Days
Several UC's will be hosting "Preview Days" for prospective students. Please see the schedule below:


UC Davis: Saturday, October 13th from 7:30-3:30


UC Riverside: Saturday, October 27th from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.


UC San Diego: Saturday, October 13th and Saturday, November 10th from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.


UC Santa Barbara: All Monday-Saturdays in October at 11:00 a.m.


UC Santa Cruz: Saturday, October 13th from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

*** University of Notre Dame Information Night
Prospective students should plan to attend an Information Program at the San Joaquin Memorial High School Media Center on 9/30 at 6:30 p.m. The admissions counselor responsible for the Central California territory will be available to speak directly with interested students.

*** National Portfolio Day
Portfolio Days bring together students and experienced college representatives who review artwork, offer critiquediscuss college plans, and share information about their schools. If you are interested in attending a National Portfolio Day, see the schedule below:


10/21: Laguna College of Art and Design (San Diego, CA)


01/19: California College of the Arts (San Francisco, CA)


01/20: Otis College of Art and Design (Los Angeles, CA)


*** A rep. from Colby College will be at UHS!
A rep. from Colby College will be here at noon on 10/19. Stop by Mrs. Phannaphob's room during your lunch hour to learn more about Dr. Torrance's alma mater.

*** Performing and Visual Arts College Fairs
Two performing and visual arts college fairs will be held in California for students interested in pursuing a future in the performing and visual arts. The first fair will be held in San Francisco at the Nob Hill Masonic Center from 4-7 p.m. on Saturday, October 27th. The second fair will be held at UCLA from 1:00-3:30 p.m. on Sunday, October 28th.

*** Wellesley College Fall Open House
Wellesley College will be hosting an overnight program for high school seniors from 10/14 to 10/15. For schedule and registartion information, please viist: www.wellesley.edu/admission/fall2007

*** .
Scholarship Info [141-160]

*** Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund
The Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund at FResno State is accepting applications for a $1000 scholarship to be awarded to a student in the 2008-2009 academic year. The BPF scholarship criteria is that a FResno State student or incoming or returning student with good academic standing that has demonstrated pride in the community be selected as its recipient. For more details, visit: www.bulldogpride.org

University High School Bulletin for Thursday, September 27, 2007

*** .
New Items [1-15]

*** ICEBREAKER DANCE ON FRIDAY!!!!
The Icebreaker Dance is fast approaching! It will be held this coming Friday, September 28, from 7-10 P.M. at Beau Monde, east of Fresno. Tickets are $10 apiece now, but will be $12 at the door, so make sure you buy yours in advance to save some money. They can be purchased from any of the senior officers or in Room 11 during lunch. The class that has the most students attend will earn Spirit Points.

*** SAT Question of the Day - Answer
The answer is (B).

*** Photo Day Oct. 5.
School photo day is Friday, Oct. 2. All Sophomores and Juniors should be prepared for their yearbook photo, background packages if youu want them. Freshmen, if you want to get a package, you will have to have them retaken. There are several packages available with various backgrounds. See Mr. Benslay (room 18) or the office for packages and ordering information.

*** .
Student Recognition [16-20]

*** .
Parent Notices [21-40]

*** .
General Announcements [41-60]

*** Southern California College Visitation Field Trip
If you signed up for this trip with a $100 deposit, Ms. Patterson needs the remaining balance of $95 paid by this Friday.

*** This is the LAST extension!
We have a few spots available for the upcoming overnight college visitation field trip. If you would like to participate, Ms. Patterson will extend the deadline for sign-ups by one week. However, full payment of $195 must be received by Friday, September 28th! For a flyer, see Ms. Patterson or Dr. Torrance ASAP.

*** Skateboards on Campus
Students may ride skateboards to and from school, but not to and from their classes. Those students who ride skateboards to school should check their skateboards into the office each morning and pick them up before leaving each afternoon.

*** Class Ring Orders
Class ring orders will be taken in room 18, at 12:00 on Tuesday, Oct 2. Get an order form and catalog from Mr. Benslay in room 18 to have the order ready for Graduate Services. A $60 deposit is required at the time of ordering. Checks should be made out to "Graduate Services" Seniors ordering rings this year will also get complimentary cap and gown.

*** Cinnamon Rolls
Travel Club is selling Cinnamon Rolls! These rolls are baked fresh everyday, sometimes they are still warm for first period. Help send our students to Europe, all proceeds go toward their expenses. They will be in room 18 by 7:45 a.m. and they will be on sale until they are gone each day.

*** Free Dress Rehearsal of Play "Polish Joke"
Ed EmanuEl is directing a play at Fresno State titled "Polish Joke." It
is a comedy about a person who struggles with his nationality. Ed says
it is a play about tolerance. Ed. is offering free seats to any UHS
student or parent who would like to see the final dress rehearsal on
October 4th from 8 to 9:30pm (the play is 90 minutes). No one other
than UHS connected folks will be allowed into the dress rehearsal.

Ed says that in the play a couple curse words are uttered but otherwise
it is a play for students.

If you are interested, just let us know (278-8263) because we need to give him a
rough count of who will attend.

*** .
Clubs [61-80]

*** Mock Trial Tryouts
Attention all those interested in Mock Trial.
Tryouts will be on Thursday and Monday from 3-5:30. All those
interested must sign up for a time slot in the main office this week.

*** .
Student Activities [81-100]

*** SENIOR BABY PICTURES
ALL SENIORS - It is very important that you not only take your senior portrait but we would like you to submit a baby/toddler photo to Mrs. Bennett for the yearbook. This will be part of your senior page - senior portrait, baby pic, and a quote. We need them by October 9th!!! If you do not submit one, your square will be empty with only your name!

*** .
Community Opportunities [101-120]

*** .
College Info [121-140]

*** University of Pennsylvania Information Session
The University of Pennsylvania Office of UNdergraduate Admissions invites you and your parents to attend an information session about Penn. Sessions will be held on Monday, September 24, 2007, at 7:30 p.m. at the Santa Clara Marriott; Tuesday, September 25, 2007, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel (Union Square) in San Francisco; and Monday, October 8, 2007, at the Rockridge Branch Library in Oakland, CA. All presentations will be held at 7:30 p.m.

*** An Introduction to Brown University
Students wishing to apply to Brown University should attend an information session at the Sunnyside High School Library on Tuesday, October 2nd at 7:00 p.m.

*** Mills College Visitation
Mills will be hostng several "Student Visit Days" for prospective students. Visitations will be held on 10/29 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and 11/10 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Special "Nusring Information Sessions" will also be held on 11/28 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and on 2/13 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. To reserve a space, call: 1-800-87-MILLS.

*** UC Preview Days
Several UC's will be hosting "Preview Days" for prospective students. Please see the schedule below:


UC Davis: Saturday, October 13th from 7:30-3:30


UC Riverside: Saturday, October 27th from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.


UC San Diego: Saturday, October 13th and Saturday, November 10th from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.


UC Santa Barbara: All Monday-Saturdays in October at 11:00 a.m.


UC Santa Cruz: Saturday, October 13th from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

*** University of Notre Dame Information Night
Prospective students should plan to attend an Information Program at the San Joaquin Memorial High School Media Center on 9/30 at 6:30 p.m. The admissions counselor responsible for the Central California territory will be available to speak directly with interested students.

*** National Portfolio Day
Portfolio Days bring together students and experienced college representatives who review artwork, offer critiquediscuss college plans, and share information about their schools. If you are interested in attending a National Portfolio Day, see the schedule below:


10/21: Laguna College of Art and Design (San Diego, CA)


01/19: California College of the Arts (San Francisco, CA)


01/20: Otis College of Art and Design (Los Angeles, CA)


*** 2007 National Christian College Fair
A National Christian College Fair will be held in Fresno on 9/27 at the North Fresno Church on 5724 N. Fresno Street. Over 230 colleges will be present. For more information, call: 1-888-423-2477.

*** .
Scholarship Info [141-160]

*** Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund
The Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund at FResno State is accepting applications for a $1000 scholarship to be awarded to a student in the 2008-2009 academic year. The BPF scholarship criteria is that a FResno State student or incoming or returning student with good academic standing that has demonstrated pride in the community be selected as its recipient. For more details, visit: www.bulldogpride.org

University High School Bulletin for Wednesday, September 26, 2007

. New Items [1-15]

Meet You At The Pole/ Prayer At The Pole Wednesday is National Prayer Day and the LIFE club
will be hosting
Prayer At The Pole on Wednesday morning (9/26) at 7:00. We will meet right outside of room
2-3 to get
together and pray for our country, our school, our friends, and anything else you need prayer
for. See you
there!

ICEBREAKER DANCE ON FRIDAY!!!! The Icebreaker Dance is fast approaching! It will be held
this coming Friday,
September 28, from 7-10 P.M. at Beau Monde, east of Fresno. Tickets are $10 apiece now,
but will be $12 at
the door, so make sure you buy yours in advance to save some money. They can be
purchased from any of the
senior officers or in Room 11 during lunch. The class that has the most students attend will
earn Spirit Points.

SAT Question of the Day - Answer The answer is (C).

Photo Day Oct. 5.
School photo day is Friday, Oct. 2. All Sophomores and Juniors should be prepared for their
yearbook photo,
background packages if youu want them. Freshmen, if you want to get a package, you will
have to have them
retaken. There are several packages available with various backgrounds. See Mr. Benslay
(room 18) or the office
for packages and ordering information.

. Parent Notices [21-40]

College of Arts and Humanities Lecture Dr. Diana Meehan , co-founder of the Archer School
for Girls, will be
speaking at the Wahlberg Recital Hall from 6-7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 26th.
Students are encouraged
to attend this lecture to learn more about Meehan's research regarding how girls learn best.

. General Announcements [41-60]

Southern California College Visitation Field Trip If you signed up for this trip with a $100
deposit, Ms. Patterson
needs the remaining balance of $95 paid by this Friday.

Lunch Activity Area Students who wish to participate in physical activity at lunch need to use
the grass area
southeast of the lab school only. Football is only to be done in P.E. as a supervised activity
and not during
lunch. Consideration should always be given to students eating lunch and pedestrian
trafficways.

This is the LAST extension! We have a few spots available for the upcoming overnight college
visitation field
trip. If you would like to participate, Ms. Patterson will extend the deadline for sign-ups by
one week. However,
full payment of $195 must be received by Friday, September 28th! For a flyer, see Ms.
Patterson or Dr. Torrance
ASAP.

Skateboards on Campus Students may ride skateboards to and from school, but not to and
from their classes.
Those students who ride skateboards to school should check their skateboards into the
office each morning
and pick them up before leaving each afternoon.

Class Ring Orders
Class ring orders will be taken in room 18, at 12:00 on Tuesday, Oct 2. Get an order form
and catalog from Mr.
Benslay in room 18 to have the order ready for Graduate Services. A $60 deposit is required
at the time of
ordering. Checks should be made out to "Graduate Services" Seniors ordering rings this year
will also get
complimentary cap and gown.

Cinnamon Rolls
Travel Club is selling Cinnamon Rolls! These rolls are baked fresh everyday, sometimes they
are still warm for
first period. Help send our students to Europe, all proceeds go toward their expenses. They
will be in room 18
by 7:45 a.m. and they will be on sale until they are gone each day.

Free Dress Rehearsal of Play "Polish Joke"
Ed EmanuEl is directing a play at Fresno State titled "Polish Joke." It is a comedy about a
person who struggles
with his nationality. Ed says it is a play about tolerance. Ed. is offering free seats to any UHS
student or parent
who would like to see the final dress rehearsal on October 4th from 8 to 9:30pm (the play is
90 minutes). No
one other than UHS connected folks will be allowed into the dress rehearsal. Ed says that in
the play a couple
curse words are uttered but otherwise it is a play for students. If you are interested, just let
us know
(278-8263) because we need to give him a rough count of who will attend.

. Clubs [61-80]

Mock Trial Tryouts
Attention all those interested in Mock Trial. Tryouts will be on Thursday and Monday from
3-5:30. All those
interested must sign up for a time slot in the main office this week.

. Student Activities [81-100]

SENIOR BABY PICTURES ALL SENIORS - It is very important that you not only take your senior
portrait but we
would like you to submit a baby/toddler photo to Mrs. Bennett for the yearbook. This will be
part of your senior
page - senior portrait, baby pic, and a quote. We need them by October 9th!!! If you do not
submit one, your
square will be empty with only your name!

. College Info [121-140]

University of Pennsylvania Information Session The University of Pennsylvania Office of
UNdergraduate
Admissions invites you and your parents to attend an information session about Penn.
Sessions will be held on
Monday, September 24, 2007, at 7:30 p.m. at the Santa Clara Marriott; Tuesday, September
25, 2007, at the
Crowne Plaza Hotel (Union Square) in San Francisco; and Monday, October 8, 2007, at the
Rockridge Branch
Library in Oakland, CA. All presentations will be held at 7:30 p.m.

An Introduction to Brown University Students wishing to apply to Brown University should
attend an information
session at the Sunnyside High School Library on Tuesday, October 2nd at 7:00 p.m.

Mills College Visitation Mills will be hostng several "Student Visit Days" for prospective
students. Visitations will
be held on 10/29 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and 11/10 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Special "Nusring
Information Sessions" will also be held on 11/28 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and on 2/13 from
6:00 p.m. to 8:00
p.m. To reserve a space, call: 1-800-87-MILLS.

UC Preview Days Several UC's will be hosting "Preview Days" for prospective students. Please
see the schedule
below:

UC Davis: Saturday, October 13th from 7:30-3:30

UC Riverside: Saturday, October 27th from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

UC San Diego: Saturday, October 13th and Saturday, November 10th from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

UC Santa Barbara: All Monday-Saturdays in October at 11:00 a.m.

UC Santa Cruz: Saturday, October 13th from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

University of Notre Dame Information Night Prospective students should plan to attend an
Information Program
at the San Joaquin Memorial High School Media Center on 9/30 at 6:30 p.m. The admissions
counselor
responsible for the Central California territory will be available to speak directly with
interested students.

National Portfolio Day Portfolio Days bring together students and experienced college
representatives who
review artwork, offer critiquediscuss college plans, and share information about their
schools. If you are
interested in attending a National Portfolio Day, see the schedule below:

10/21: Laguna College of Art and Design (San Diego, CA)

01/19: California College of the Arts (San Francisco, CA)

01/20: Otis College of Art and Design (Los Angeles, CA)

2007 National Christian College Fair A National Christian College Fair will be held in Fresno
on 9/27 at the
North Fresno Church on 5724 N. Fresno Street. Over 230 colleges will be present. For more
information, call:
1-888-423-2477.

. Scholarship Info [141-160]

Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund The Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund at FResno State is
accepting applications for
a $1000 scholarship to be awarded to a student in the 2008-2009 academic year. The BPF
scholarship criteria
is that a FResno State student or incoming or returning student with good academic standing
that has
demonstrated pride in the community be selected as its recipient. For more details, visit:
www.bulldogpride.org

Comments? Something to put in the bulletin?
Email to sg061@csufresno.edu

University High School Bulletin for Tuesday, September 25, 2007

. New Items [1-15]

Mock Trial Tryouts
Attention all those interested in Mock Trial. Tryouts will be on Thursday and Monday from
3-5:30. All those
interested must sign up for a time slot in the main office this week.

Skateboards on Campus Students may ride skateboards to and from school, but not to and
from their classes.
Those students who ride skateboards to school should check their skateboards into the
office each morning
and pick them up before leaving each afternoon.

Lunch Activity Area Students who wish to participate in physical activity at lunch need to use
the grass area
southeast of the lab school only. Football is only to be done in P.E. as a supervised activity
and not during
lunch. Consideration should always be given to students eating lunch and pedestrian
trafficways.

SAT Question of the Day - Answer The answer is (C).

Class Ring Orders
Class ring orders will be taken in room 18, at 12:00 on Tuesday, Oct 2. Get an order form
and catalog from Mr.
Benslay in room 18 to have the order ready for Graduate Services. A $60 deposit is required
at the time of
ordering. Checks should be made out to "Graduate Services" Seniors ordering rings this year
will also get
complimentary cap and gown.

Photo Day Oct. 5.
School photo day is Friday, Oct. 2. All Sophomores and Juniors should be prepared for their
yearbook photo,
background packages if youu want them. Freshmen, if you want to get a package, you will
have to have them
retaken. There are several packages available with various backgrounds. See Mr. Benslay
(room 18) or the office
for packages and ordering information.

Cinnamon Rolls
Travel Club is selling Cinnamon Rolls! These rolls are baked fresh everyday, sometimes they
are still warm for
first period. Help send our students to Europe, all proceeds go toward their expenses. They
will be in room 18
by 7:45 a.m. and they will be on sale until they are gone each day.

. Parent Notices [21-40]

College of Arts and Humanities Lecture Dr. Diana Meehan , co-founder of the Archer School
for Girls, will be
speaking at the Wahlberg Recital Hall from 6-7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 26th.
Students are encouraged
to attend this lecture to learn more about Meehan's research regarding how girls learn best.

. General Announcements [41-60]

Add/Drop Deadline
Sept. 24th is the last day that you may add a class. It is also the last day you may drop a class
without serious
and compelling reasons. Students who still wish to be a T.A. you must submit your
paperwork to Mr. Gile by
this date.

IMPORTANT - Icebreaker Dance Postponed The Icebreaker Dance, due to weather forecasts,
has been
postponed until Friday, September 28. All tickets already purchased for this dance will, of
course, be honored.
The location and time of the dance will remain the same.

Southern California College Visitation Field Trip If you signed up for this trip with a $100
deposit, Ms. Patterson
needs the remaining balance of $95 paid by this Friday.

This is the LAST extension! We have a few spots available for the upcoming overnight college
visitation field
trip. If you would like to participate, Ms. Patterson will extend the deadline for sign-ups by
one week. However,
full payment of $195 must be received by Friday, September 28th! For a flyer, see Ms.
Patterson or Dr. Torrance
ASAP.

Free Dress Rehearsal of Play "Polish Joke"
Ed EmanuEl is directing a play at Fresno State titled "Polish Joke." It is a comedy about a
person who struggles
with his nationality. Ed says it is a play about tolerance. Ed. is offering free seats to any UHS
student or parent
who would like to see the final dress rehearsal on October 4th from 8 to 9:30pm (the play is
90 minutes). No
one other than UHS connected folks will be allowed into the dress rehearsal. Ed says that in
the play a couple
curse words are uttered but otherwise it is a play for students. If you are interested, just let
us know
(278-8263) because we need to give him a rough count of who will attend.

. Clubs [61-80]

Attention Math Team There will be a math team meeting on Tuesday from 12-12:30 in Room
16. Bring your
AMC Functions and Algebra worksheet. We will begin practicing for the first CAML
competition.

. Student Activities [81-100]

SENIOR BABY PICTURES ALL SENIORS - It is very important that you not only take your senior
portrait but we
would like you to submit a baby/toddler photo to Mrs. Bennett for the yearbook. This will be
part of your senior
page - senior portrait, baby pic, and a quote. We need them by October 9th!!! If you do not
submit one, your
square will be empty with only your name!

. College Info [121-140]

University of Pennsylvania Information Session The University of Pennsylvania Office of
UNdergraduate
Admissions invites you and your parents to attend an information session about Penn.
Sessions will be held on
Monday, September 24, 2007, at 7:30 p.m. at the Santa Clara Marriott; Tuesday, September
25, 2007, at the
Crowne Plaza Hotel (Union Square) in San Francisco; and Monday, October 8, 2007, at the
Rockridge Branch
Library in Oakland, CA. All presentations will be held at 7:30 p.m.

An Introduction to Brown University Students wishing to apply to Brown University should
attend an information
session at the Sunnyside High School Library on Tuesday, October 2nd at 7:00 p.m.

Mills College Visitation Mills will be hostng several "Student Visit Days" for prospective
students. Visitations will
be held on 10/29 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and 11/10 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Special "Nusring
Information Sessions" will also be held on 11/28 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and on 2/13 from
6:00 p.m. to 8:00
p.m. To reserve a space, call: 1-800-87-MILLS.

UC Preview Days Several UC's will be hosting "Preview Days" for prospective students. Please
see the schedule
below:

UC Davis: Saturday, October 13th from 7:30-3:30

UC Riverside: Saturday, October 27th from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

UC San Diego: Saturday, October 13th and Saturday, November 10th from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

UC Santa Barbara: All Monday-Saturdays in October at 11:00 a.m.

UC Santa Cruz: Saturday, October 13th from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

University of Notre Dame Information Night Prospective students should plan to attend an
Information Program
at the San Joaquin Memorial High School Media Center on 9/30 at 6:30 p.m. The admissions
counselor
responsible for the Central California territory will be available to speak directly with
interested students.

National Portfolio Day Portfolio Days bring together students and experienced college
representatives who
review artwork, offer critiquediscuss college plans, and share information about their
schools. If you are
interested in attending a National Portfolio Day, see the schedule below:

10/21: Laguna College of Art and Design (San Diego, CA)

01/19: California College of the Arts (San Francisco, CA)

01/20: Otis College of Art and Design (Los Angeles, CA)

2007 National Christian College Fair A National Christian College Fair will be held in Fresno
on 9/27 at the
North Fresno Church on 5724 N. Fresno Street. Over 230 colleges will be present. For more
information, call:
1-888-423-2477.

. Scholarship Info [141-160]

Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund The Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund at FResno State is
accepting applications for
a $1000 scholarship to be awarded to a student in the 2008-2009 academic year. The BPF
scholarship criteria
is that a FResno State student or incoming or returning student with good academic standing
that has
demonstrated pride in the community be selected as its recipient. For more details, visit:
www.bulldogpride.org

Comments? Something to put in the bulletin?
Email to sg061@csufresno.edu

University High School Bulletin for Monday, September 24, 2007

*** .
New Items [1-15]

*** SENIOR BABY PICTURES
ALL SENIORS - It is very important that you not only take your senior portrait but we would like you to submit a baby/toddler photo to Mrs. Bennett for the yearbook. This will be part of your senior page - senior portrait, baby pic, and a quote. We need them by October 9th!!! If you do not submit one, your square will be empty with only your name!

*** IMPORTANT - Icebreaker Dance Postponed
The Icebreaker Dance, due to weather forecasts, has been postponed until Friday, September 28. All tickets already purchased for this dance will, of course, be honored. The location and time of the dance will remain the same.

*** Azusa Pacific Will be on Campus Monday, September 24th
Stop by Mrs. Phannaphob's room on Monday, September 24th at noon to learn more about Azusa Pacific. Azusa Pacific is a comprehensive, Christian, evangelical university. It is known for excellence in higher education. Azusa PacificÕs main campus lies just 26 miles northeast of Los Angeles in the San Gabriel Valley, while its seven Southern California regional centers bring convenience and extend quality programming. The university offers more than 50 areas of undergraduate study, 21 masterÕs degrees, and 5 doctorates to a total student population of more than 8,100.

*** This is the LAST extension!
We have a few spots available for the upcoming overnight college visitation field trip. If you would like to participate, Ms. Patterson will extend the deadline for sign-ups by one week. However, full payment of $195 must be received by Friday, September 28th! For a flyer, see Ms. Patterson or Dr. Torrance ASAP.

*** Southern California College Visitation Field Trip
If you signed up for this trip with a $100 deposit, Ms. Patterson needs the remaining balance of $95 paid by this Friday.

*** Free Dress Rehearsal of Play "Polish Joke"
Ed EmanuEl is directing a play at Fresno State titled "Polish Joke." It
is a comedy about a person who struggles with his nationality. Ed says
it is a play about tolerance. Ed. is offering free seats to any UHS
student or parent who would like to see the final dress rehearsal on
October 4th from 8 to 9:30pm (the play is 90 minutes). No one other
than UHS connected folks will be allowed into the dress rehearsal.

Ed says that in the play a couple curse words are uttered but otherwise
it is a play for students.

If you are interested, just let us know (278-8263) because we need to give him a
rough count of who will attend.

*** SAT Question of the Day - Answer
The answer is (B).

*** YEARBOOK MEETING
AN IMPORTANT YEARBOOK MEETING WILL BE HELD ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 24TH IN ROOM 7 AT 12:15. PLEASE BRING YOUR LUNCH AS YOU WILL RECEIVE YOUR PAGE ASSIGNMENTS. Thank you, Mrs. Bennett

*** .
Student Recognition [16-20]

*** .
Parent Notices [21-40]

*** College of Arts and Humanities Lecture
Dr. Diana Meehan , co-founder of the Archer School for Girls, will be speaking at the Wahlberg Recital Hall from 6-7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 26th. Students are encouraged to attend this lecture to learn more about Meehan's research regarding how girls learn best.

*** .
General Announcements [41-60]

*** Add/Drop Deadline
Sept. 24th is the last day that you may add a class. It is also the last day you may drop a class without serious and compelling reasons. Students who still wish to be a T.A. you must submit your paperwork to Mr. Gile by this date.

*** .
Clubs [61-80]

*** PEN & PAPER RPG CLUB
Are you interested in role playing games? We are starting a new club on campus. Come to Room 7, Mrs. Bennett, to find out about this new club, on Monday, September 24th at 12:00. Any questions, see Mrs. Bennett or Charlie Nelson.

*** .
Student Activities [81-100]

*** .
Community Opportunities [101-120]

*** .
College Info [121-140]

*** University of Pennsylvania Information Session
The University of Pennsylvania Office of UNdergraduate Admissions invites you and your parents to attend an information session about Penn. Sessions will be held on Monday, September 24, 2007, at 7:30 p.m. at the Santa Clara Marriott; Tuesday, September 25, 2007, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel (Union Square) in San Francisco; and Monday, October 8, 2007, at the Rockridge Branch Library in Oakland, CA. All presentations will be held at 7:30 p.m.

*** An Introduction to Brown University
Students wishing to apply to Brown University should attend an information session at the Sunnyside High School Library on Tuesday, October 2nd at 7:00 p.m.

*** Mills College Visitation
Mills will be hostng several "Student Visit Days" for prospective students. Visitations will be held on 10/29 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and 11/10 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Special "Nusring Information Sessions" will also be held on 11/28 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and on 2/13 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. To reserve a space, call: 1-800-87-MILLS.

*** UC Preview Days
Several UC's will be hosting "Preview Days" for prospective students. Please see the schedule below:


UC Davis: Saturday, October 13th from 7:30-3:30


UC Riverside: Saturday, October 27th from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.


UC San Diego: Saturday, October 13th and Saturday, November 10th from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.


UC Santa Barbara: All Monday-Saturdays in October at 11:00 a.m.


UC Santa Cruz: Saturday, October 13th from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

*** University of Notre Dame Information Night
Prospective students should plan to attend an Information Program at the San Joaquin Memorial High School Media Center on 9/30 at 6:30 p.m. The admissions counselor responsible for the Central California territory will be available to speak directly with interested students.

*** National Portfolio Day
Portfolio Days bring together students and experienced college representatives who review artwork, offer critiquediscuss college plans, and share information about their schools. If you are interested in attending a National Portfolio Day, see the schedule below:


10/21: Laguna College of Art and Design (San Diego, CA)


01/19: California College of the Arts (San Francisco, CA)


01/20: Otis College of Art and Design (Los Angeles, CA)


*** .
Scholarship Info [141-160]

*** Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund
The Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund at FResno State is accepting applications for a $1000 scholarship to be awarded to a student in the 2008-2009 academic year. The BPF scholarship criteria is that a FResno State student or incoming or returning student with good academic standing that has demonstrated pride in the community be selected as its recipient. For more details, visit: www.bulldogpride.org

University High School Bulletin for Friday, September 21, 2007

New Items [1-15]

*** SENIOR BABY PICTURES
ALL SENIORS - It is very important that you not only take your senior portrait but we would like you to submit a baby/toddler photo to Mrs. Bennett for the yearbook. This will be part of your senior page - senior portrait, baby pic, and a quote. We need them by October 9th!!! If you do not submit one, your square will be empty with only your name!

*** IMPORTANT - Icebreaker Dance Postponed
The Icebreaker Dance, due to weather forecasts, has been postponed until Friday, September 28. All tickets already purchased for this dance will, of course, be honored. The location and time of the dance will remain the same.

*** SAT Question of the Day - Answer
The answer is (C).

*** YEARBOOK MEETING
AN IMPORTANT YEARBOOK MEETING WILL BE HELD ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 24TH IN ROOM 7 AT 12:15. PLEASE BRING YOUR LUNCH AS YOU WILL RECEIVE YOUR PAGE ASSIGNMENTS. Thank you, Mrs. Bennett

*** Poetry Reading Cancelled
Attention Creative Writing Club members:

Due to family emergency Lare Joseph Austin has canceled this Saturday's poetry reading at the Giliis Branch library.

Also our Club will be meeting on THURSDAYS, starting next week.


*** .
Student Recognition [16-20]

*** .
Parent Notices [21-40]

*** College of Arts and Humanities Lecture
Dr. Diana Meehan , co-founder of the Archer School for Girls, will be speaking at the Wahlberg Recital Hall from 6-7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 26th. Students are encouraged to attend this lecture to learn more about Meehan's research regarding how girls learn best.

*** .
General Announcements [41-60]

*** Add/Drop Deadline
Sept. 24th is the last day that you may add a class. It is also the last day you may drop a class without serious and compelling reasons. Students who still wish to be a T.A. you must submit your paperwork to Mr. Gile by this date.

*** Sophomore Class Field Trip
Bus money ($13) and signed permission slips are due by Friday September 21 to Ms. Casey. If you have not yet purchased your ticket ($10), please let Ms. Casey know immediately if you are planning to go. Only a few tickets remain. Unreserved tickets will be offered to a waiting list of juniors and seniors.
Teachers - If you and/or a spouse would like to help chaperone the sophomore field trip to see the California Shakespeare company performance of King Lear on October 12, we have a few free tickets available. See Mrs. Royce or Ms. Casey for details.

*** .
Clubs [61-80]

*** Car Wash Pick-Up
Sophomores who brought in items (Thank you!) for the carwash need to come to Mr. Jones' room 8 by Friday at lunch to pick them up. Items that are not picked up by Friday will be donated or trashed!!!! (Jones) Be warned...

*** PEN & PAPER RPG CLUB
Are you interested in role playing games? We are starting a new club on campus. Come to Room 7, Mrs. Bennett, to find out about this new club, on Monday, September 24th at 12:00. Any questions, see Mrs. Bennett or Charlie Nelson.

*** .
Student Activities [81-100]

*** ICEBREAKER DANCE!!!!!
All students - especially those new to UHS - are invited to the first dance of the year, the Icebreaker Dance, which will be held at 7:00 on Friday, September 28. Come for a night of fun and excitement as we light up the dance floor with music and celebration. The dance will be held at Beau Monde, and maps to the site can be found just outside Mr. Johnson's classroom, Room 11. Tickets will soon be on sale and can be purchased in Room 11 at lunch or from any of the senior class officers for $10. Tickets will be $12 if purchased at the door. Hope to see you all there!

*** .
Community Opportunities [101-120]

*** .
College Info [121-140]

*** University of Pennsylvania Information Session
The University of Pennsylvania Office of UNdergraduate Admissions invites you and your parents to attend an information session about Penn. Sessions will be held on Monday, September 24, 2007, at 7:30 p.m. at the Santa Clara Marriott; Tuesday, September 25, 2007, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel (Union Square) in San Francisco; and Monday, October 8, 2007, at the Rockridge Branch Library in Oakland, CA. All presentations will be held at 7:30 p.m.

*** Southern California College Field Trip Sign-Ups Extended to FRIDAY
Students have until Friday, September 21st to sign up for the field trip to visit various Southern California colleges, including UCLA, USC, Cal Arts, and Claremont McKenna. The cost is $195. See Ms. Patterson or Dr. Torrance for a flyer.

*** An Introduction to Brown University
Students wishing to apply to Brown University should attend an information session at the Sunnyside High School Library on Tuesday, October 2nd at 7:00 p.m.

*** Mills College Visitation
Mills will be hostng several "Student Visit Days" for prospective students. Visitations will be held on 10/29 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and 11/10 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Special "Nusring Information Sessions" will also be held on 11/28 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and on 2/13 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. To reserve a space, call: 1-800-87-MILLS.

*** .
Scholarship Info [141-160]

*** Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund
The Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund at FResno State is accepting applications for a $1000 scholarship to be awarded to a student in the 2008-2009 academic year. The BPF scholarship criteria is that a FResno State student or incoming or returning student with good academic standing that has demonstrated pride in the community be selected as its recipient. For more details, visit: www.bulldogpride.org

University High School Bulletin for Thursday, September 20, 2007

*** .
New Items [1-15]

*** SENIOR BABY PICTURES
ALL SENIORS - It is very important that you not only take your senior portrait but we would like you to submit a baby/toddler photo to Mrs. Bennett for the yearbook. This will be part of your senior page - senior portrait, baby pic, and a quote. We need them by October 9th!!! If you do not submit one, your square will be empty with only your name!

*** IMPORTANT - Icebreaker Dance Postponed
The Icebreaker Dance, due to weather forecasts, has been postponed until Friday, September 28. All tickets already purchased for this dance will, of course, be honored. The location and time of the dance will remain the same.

*** Ms. Hill will be off campus today - Thursday, September 20, 2007
Ms. Hill will be off campus today, Thursday, September 20th, and will return on Friday, September 21st. at 7:30AM.
Take good care, Ms. Hill

*** Late Start Minimum Day
Thursday will be our first ever late start minimum day. College classes meet at their regular times, so plan your day carefully and let your UHS teacher know of you will be absent or tardy due to a college class. World History with Mr. Orgill will meet as usual at 7:30. This new minimum day schedule has the benefit of allowing the 3:00 and 4:00 performance classes to meet at their regular times. The schedule is listed on page 7 of your student/parent handbook.

*** YEARBOOK MEETING
AN IMPORTANT YEARBOOK MEETING WILL BE HELD ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 24TH IN ROOM 7 AT 12:15. PLEASE BRING YOUR LUNCH AS YOU WILL RECEIVE YOUR PAGE ASSIGNMENTS. Thank you, Mrs. Bennett

*** .
Student Recognition [16-20]

*** .
Parent Notices [21-40]

*** College of Arts and Humanities Lecture
Dr. Diana Meehan , co-founder of the Archer School for Girls, will be speaking at the Wahlberg Recital Hall from 6-7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 26th. Students are encouraged to attend this lecture to learn more about Meehan's research regarding how girls learn best.

*** .
General Announcements [41-60]

*** Add/Drop Deadline
Sept. 24th is the last day that you may add a class. It is also the last day you may drop a class without serious and compelling reasons. Students who still wish to be a T.A. you must submit your paperwork to Mr. Gile by this date.

*** Sophomore Class Field Trip
Bus money ($13) and signed permission slips are due by Friday September 21 to Ms. Casey. If you have not yet purchased your ticket ($10), please let Ms. Casey know immediately if you are planning to go. Only a few tickets remain. Unreserved tickets will be offered to a waiting list of juniors and seniors.
Teachers - If you and/or a spouse would like to help chaperone the sophomore field trip to see the California Shakespeare company performance of King Lear on October 12, we have a few free tickets available. See Mrs. Royce or Ms. Casey for details.

*** .
Clubs [61-80]

*** Car Wash Pick-Up
Sophomores who brought in items (Thank you!) for the carwash need to come to Mr. Jones' room 8 by Friday at lunch to pick them up. Items that are not picked up by Friday will be donated or trashed!!!! (Jones) Be warned...

*** PEN & PAPER RPG CLUB
Are you interested in role playing games? We are starting a new club on campus. Come to Room 7, Mrs. Bennett, to find out about this new club, on Monday, September 24th at 12:00. Any questions, see Mrs. Bennett or Charlie Nelson.

*** .
Student Activities [81-100]

*** ICEBREAKER DANCE!!!!!
All students - especially those new to UHS - are invited to the first dance of the year, the Icebreaker Dance, which will be held at 7:00 on Friday, September 28. Come for a night of fun and excitement as we light up the dance floor with music and celebration. The dance will be held at Beau Monde, and maps to the site can be found just outside Mr. Johnson's classroom, Room 11. Tickets will soon be on sale and can be purchased in Room 11 at lunch or from any of the senior class officers for $10. Tickets will be $12 if purchased at the door. Hope to see you all there!

*** .
Community Opportunities [101-120]

*** .
College Info [121-140]

*** Fresno Pacific University on Campus
A representative from Fresno Pacific University will be in Mrs. Phannaphob's room at noon on 9/20 to discuss the numerous academic opportunities for students at FPU, including business, medicine, education, ministry and many other fields.



*** University of Pennsylvania Information Session
The University of Pennsylvania Office of UNdergraduate Admissions invites you and your parents to attend an information session about Penn. Sessions will be held on Monday, September 24, 2007, at 7:30 p.m. at the Santa Clara Marriott; Tuesday, September 25, 2007, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel (Union Square) in San Francisco; and Monday, October 8, 2007, at the Rockridge Branch Library in Oakland, CA. All presentations will be held at 7:30 p.m.

*** Southern California College Field Trip Sign-Ups Extended to FRIDAY
Students have until Friday, September 21st to sign up for the field trip to visit various Southern California colleges, including UCLA, USC, Cal Arts, and Claremont McKenna. The cost is $195. See Ms. Patterson or Dr. Torrance for a flyer.

*** An Introduction to Brown University
Students wishing to apply to Brown University should attend an information session at the Sunnyside High School Library on Tuesday, October 2nd at 7:00 p.m.

*** .
Scholarship Info [141-160]

*** Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund
The Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund at FResno State is accepting applications for a $1000 scholarship to be awarded to a student in the 2008-2009 academic year. The BPF scholarship criteria is that a FResno State student or incoming or returning student with good academic standing that has demonstrated pride in the community be selected as its recipient. For more details, visit: www.bulldogpride.org

University High School Bulletin for Wednesday, September 19, 2007

*** .
New Items [1-15]

*** Southern California College Field Trip Sign-Ups Extended to FRIDAY
Students have until Friday, September 21st to sign up for the field trip to visit various Southern California colleges, including UCLA, USC, Cal Arts, and Claremont McKenna. The cost is $195. See Ms. Patterson or Dr. Torrance for a flyer.

*** Car Wash Pick-Up
Sophomores who brought in items (Thank you!) for the carwash need to come to Mr. Jones' room 8 by Friday at lunch to pick them up. Items that are not picked up by Friday will be donated or trashed!!!! (Jones) Be warned...

*** Add/Drop Deadline
Sept. 24th is the last day that you may add a class. It is also the last day you may drop a class without serious and compelling reasons. Students who still wish to be a T.A. you must submit your paperwork to Mr. Gile by this date.

*** Ms. Patterson will be away from campus on 9/19
to attend the CSU counselor conference. She will return to campus on Thursday, 9/20 and will check her email and voice mail remotely.

*** SENIOR BABY PICTURES
ALL SENIORS - It is very important that you not only take your senior portrait but we would like you to submit a baby/toddler photo to Mrs. Bennett for the yearbook. This will be part of your senior page - senior portrait, baby pic, and a quote. We need them by October 9th!!! If you do not submit one, your square will be empty with only your name!

*** SAT Question of the Day - Answer
The answer is (C).

*** Late Start Minimum Day
Thursday will be our first ever late start minimum day. College classes meet at their regular times, so plan your day carefully and let your UHS teacher know of you will be absent or tardy due to a college class. World History with Mr. Orgill will meet as usual at 7:30. This new minimum day schedule has the benefit of allowing the 3:00 and 4:00 performance classes to meet at their regular times. The schedule is listed on page 7 of your student/parent handbook.

*** YEARBOOK MEETING
AN IMPORTANT YEARBOOK MEETING WILL BE HELD ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 24TH IN ROOM 7 AT 12:15. PLEASE BRING YOUR LUNCH AS YOU WILL RECEIVE YOUR PAGE ASSIGNMENTS. Thank you, Mrs. Bennett

*** .
Student Recognition [16-20]

*** .
Parent Notices [21-40]

*** College of Arts and Humanities Lecture
Dr. Diana Meehan , co-founder of the Archer School for Girls, will be speaking at the Wahlberg Recital Hall from 6-7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 26th. Students are encouraged to attend this lecture to learn more about Meehan's research regarding how girls learn best.

*** .
General Announcements [41-60]

*** Sophomore Class Field Trip
Bus money ($13) and signed permission slips are due by Friday September 21 to Ms. Casey. If you have not yet purchased your ticket ($10), please let Ms. Casey know immediately if you are planning to go. Only a few tickets remain. Unreserved tickets will be offered to a waiting list of juniors and seniors.
Teachers - If you and/or a spouse would like to help chaperone the sophomore field trip to see the California Shakespeare company performance of King Lear on October 12, we have a few free tickets available. See Mrs. Royce or Ms. Casey for details.

*** .
Clubs [61-80]

*** MOCK TRIAL - MOCK TRIAL!
Attention all those interested in Mock Trial. There will be an orientation meeting for those interested in Mock Trial for this this year on Wednesday September 19th at 12:15 in Ms. Phannaphob's room.

*** PEN & PAPER RPG CLUB
Are you interested in role playing games? We are starting a new club on campus. Come to Room 7, Mrs. Bennett, to find out about this new club, on Monday, September 24th at 12:00. Any questions, see Mrs. Bennett or Charlie Nelson.

*** .
Student Activities [81-100]

*** Travel Club
Travel Club (The group going to the British Isles), will meet next Wednesday at 5:30 in room 18. We will discuss fundraising and how that works for the travelers. We also need to elect officers. I would like everyone to attend if possible. Please, come and see me if you can not make the meeting.

*** ICEBREAKER DANCE!!!!!
All students - especially those new to UHS - are invited to the first dance of the year, the Icebreaker Dance, which will be held at 7:00 on Friday, September 21. Come for a night of fun and excitement as we light up the dance floor with music and celebration. The dance will be held at Beau Monde, and maps to the site can be found just outside Mr. Johnson's classroom, Room 11. Tickets will soon be on sale and can be purchased in Room 11 at lunch or from any of the senior class officers for $10. Hope to see you all there!

*** .
Community Opportunities [101-120]

*** .
College Info [121-140]

*** Duke, Georgetown, Harvard, Penn, and Stanford Info. Meeting
An informational meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 18th at 7:30 p.m. (at the Holiday Inn Fresno- Airport) to describe each of these institutions and provide up-to-date information about selection practices, financial aid opportunities, and other issues related to selective college admissions. For more information, visit: www.exploringcollegeoptions.org

*** Fresno Pacific University on Campus
A representative from Fresno Pacific University will be in Mrs. Phannaphob's room at noon on 9/20 to discuss the numerous academic opportunities for students at FPU, including business, medicine, education, ministry and many other fields.



*** University of Pennsylvania Information Session
The University of Pennsylvania Office of UNdergraduate Admissions invites you and your parents to attend an information session about Penn. Sessions will be held on Monday, September 24, 2007, at 7:30 p.m. at the Santa Clara Marriott; Tuesday, September 25, 2007, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel (Union Square) in San Francisco; and Monday, October 8, 2007, at the Rockridge Branch Library in Oakland, CA. All presentations will be held at 7:30 p.m.

*** An Introduction to Brown University
Students wishing to apply to Brown University should attend an information session at the Sunnyside High School Library on Tuesday, October 2nd at 7:00 p.m.

*** .
Scholarship Info [141-160]

*** Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund
The Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund at FResno State is accepting applications for a $1000 scholarship to be awarded to a student in the 2008-2009 academic year. The BPF scholarship criteria is that a FResno State student or incoming or returning student with good academic standing that has demonstrated pride in the community be selected as its recipient. For more details, visit: www.bulldogpride.org

University High School Bulletin for Tuesday, September 18, 2007

*** .
New Items [1-15]

*** FPU Needs a Head Count for a Pizza Order
A representative from FPU will be on campus Thursday at lunch in Mrs. Phannaphob's room. She would like to bring pizza for all of the students in attendance. If you would like to attend this informational meeting, please call, email, or RSVP in person with Ms. Patterson by Tuesday afternoon!

*** Add/Drop Deadline
Sept. 24th is the last day that you may add a class. It is also the last day you may drop a class without serious and compelling reasons. Students who still wish to be a T.A. you must submit your paperwork to Mr. Gile by this date.

*** SENIOR BABY PICTURES
ALL SENIORS - It is very important that you not only take your senior portrait but we would like you to submit a baby/toddler photo to Mrs. Bennett for the yearbook. This will be part of your senior page - senior portrait, baby pic, and a quote. We need them by October 9th!!! If you do not submit one, your square will be empty with only your name!

*** Late Start Minimum Day
Thursday will be our first ever late start minimum day. College classes meet at their regular times, so plan your day carefully and let your UHS teacher know of you will be absent or tardy due to a college class. World History with Mr. Orgill will meet as usual at 7:30. This new minimum day schedule has the benefit of allowing the 3:00 and 4:00 performance classes to meet at their regular times. The schedule is listed on page 7 of your student/parent handbook.

*** MOCK TRIAL - MOCK TRIAL!
Attention all those interested in Mock Trial. There will be an orientation meeting for those interested in Mock Trial for this this year on Wednesday September 19th at 12:15 in Ms. Phannaphob's room.

*** .
Student Recognition [16-20]

*** .
Parent Notices [21-40]

*** College of Arts and Humanities Lecture
Dr. Diana Meehan , co-founder of the Archer School for Girls, will be speaking at the Wahlberg Recital Hall from 6-7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 26th. Students are encouraged to attend this lecture to learn more about Meehan's research regarding how girls learn best.

*** .
General Announcements [41-60]

*** Southern California College Field Trip Sign-Ups Extended to FRIDAY
Students have until Friday, September 21st to sign up for the field trip to visit various Southern California colleges, including UCLA, USC, Cal Arts, and Claremont McKenna. The cost is $195. See Ms. Patterson or Dr. Torrance for a flyer.

*** Sophomore Class Field Trip
Bus money ($13) and signed permission slips are due by Friday September 21 to Ms. Casey. If you have not yet purchased your ticket ($10), please let Ms. Casey know immediately if you are planning to go. Only a few tickets remain. Unreserved tickets will be offered to a waiting list of juniors and seniors.
Teachers - If you and/or a spouse would like to help chaperone the sophomore field trip to see the California Shakespeare company performance of King Lear on October 12, we have a few free tickets available. See Mrs. Royce or Ms. Casey for details.

*** Car Wash Pick-Up
Sophomores who brought in items (Thank you!) for the carwash need to come to Mr. Jones' room 8 by Friday at lunch to pick them up. Items that are not picked up by Friday will be donated or trashed!!!! (Jones) Be warned...

*** .
Clubs [61-80]

*** YEARBOOK MEETING
AN IMPORTANT YEARBOOK MEETING WILL BE HELD ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 24TH IN ROOM 7 AT 12:15. PLEASE BRING YOUR LUNCH AS YOU WILL RECEIVE YOUR PAGE ASSIGNMENTS. Thank you, Mrs. Bennett

*** PEN & PAPER RPG CLUB
Are you interested in role playing games? We are starting a new club on campus. Come to Room 7, Mrs. Bennett, to find out about this new club, on Monday, September 24th at 12:00. Any questions, see Mrs. Bennett or Charlie Nelson.

*** .
Student Activities [81-100]

*** Travel Club
Travel Club (The group going to the British Isles), will meet next Wednesday at 5:30 in room 18. We will discuss fundraising and how that works for the travelers. We also need to elect officers. I would like everyone to attend if possible. Please, come and see me if you can not make the meeting.

*** 2011
Ethan Castro has won the run-off election for Class of 2011 President.

*** ICEBREAKER DANCE!!!!!
All students - especially those new to UHS - are invited to the first dance of the year, the Icebreaker Dance, which will be held at 7:00 on Friday, September 21. Come for a night of fun and excitement as we light up the dance floor with music and celebration. The dance will be held at Beau Monde, and maps to the site can be found just outside Mr. Johnson's classroom, Room 11. Tickets will soon be on sale and can be purchased in Room 11 at lunch or from any of the senior class officers for $10. Hope to see you all there!

*** .
Community Opportunities [101-120]

*** .
College Info [121-140]

*** Duke, Georgetown, Harvard, Penn, and Stanford Info. Meeting
An informational meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 18th at 7:30 p.m. (at the Holiday Inn Fresno- Airport) to describe each of these institutions and provide up-to-date information about selection practices, financial aid opportunities, and other issues related to selective college admissions. For more information, visit: www.exploringcollegeoptions.org

*** Fresno Pacific University on Campus
A representative from Fresno Pacific University will be in Mrs. Phannaphob's room at noon on 9/20 to discuss the numerous academic opportunities for students at FPU, including business, medicine, education, ministry and many other fields.



*** University of Pennsylvania Information Session
The University of Pennsylvania Office of UNdergraduate Admissions invites you and your parents to attend an information session about Penn. Sessions will be held on Monday, September 24, 2007, at 7:30 p.m. at the Santa Clara Marriott; Tuesday, September 25, 2007, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel (Union Square) in San Francisco; and Monday, October 8, 2007, at the Rockridge Branch Library in Oakland, CA. All presentations will be held at 7:30 p.m.

*** An Introduction to Brown University
Students wishing to apply to Brown University should attend an information session at the Sunnyside High School Library on Tuesday, October 2nd at 7:00 p.m.

*** .
Scholarship Info [141-160]

*** Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund
The Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund at FResno State is accepting applications for a $1000 scholarship to be awarded to a student in the 2008-2009 academic year. The BPF scholarship criteria is that a FResno State student or incoming or returning student with good academic standing that has demonstrated pride in the community be selected as its recipient. For more details, visit: www.bulldogpride.org

University High School Bulletin for Monday, September 17, 2007

*** .
New Items [1-15]

*** MOCK TRIAL - MOCK TRIAL!
Attention all those interested in Mock Trial. There will be an orientation meeting for those interested in Mock Trial for this this year on Wednesday September 19th at 12:15 in Ms. Phannaphob's room.

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Student Recognition [16-20]

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Parent Notices [21-40]

*** College of Arts and Humanities Lecture
Dr. Diana Meehan , co-founder of the Archer School for Girls, will be speaking at the Wahlberg Recital Hall from 6-7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 26th. Students are encouraged to attend this lecture to learn more about Meehan's research regarding how girls learn best.

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General Announcements [41-60]

*** FPU Needs a Head Count for a Pizza Order
A representative from FPU will be on campus Thursday at lunch in Mrs. Phannaphob's room. She would like to bring pizza for all of the students in attendance. If you would like to attend this informational meeting, please call, email, or RSVP in person with Ms. Patterson by Tuesday afternoon!

*** SAT Question of the Day - Answer
The answer is (E)

*** SAT Question of the Day - Answer
The answer is (C)

*** Sophomore Class Field Trip
Bus money ($13) and signed permission slips are due by Friday September 21 to Ms. Casey. If you have not yet purchased your ticket ($10), please let Ms. Casey know immediately if you are planning to go. Only a few tickets remain. Unreserved tickets will be offered to a waiting list of juniors and seniors.
Teachers - If you and/or a spouse would like to help chaperone the sophomore field trip to see the California Shakespeare company performance of King Lear on October 12, we have a few free tickets available. See Mrs. Royce or Ms. Casey for details.

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Clubs [61-80]

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Student Activities [81-100]

*** Travel Club
Travel Club (The group going to the British Isles), will meet next Wednesday at 5:30 in room 18. We will discuss fundraising and how that works for the travelers. We also need to elect officers. I would like everyone to attend if possible. Please, come and see me if you can not make the meeting.

*** 2011 Officers
2011 newly elected officers. VP-Taylor Cortez Secretary/ Treasurer- Philip Dodd Publicity Coordinator- Katie Plunkett.
There will be a run-off election for Pesident between Jacob WIlliams and Ethan Castro.

*** ICEBREAKER DANCE!!!!!
All students - especially those new to UHS - are invited to the first dance of the year, the Icebreaker Dance, which will be held at 7:00 on Friday, September 21. Come for a night of fun and excitement as we light up the dance floor with music and celebration. The dance will be held at Beau Monde, and maps to the site can be found just outside Mr. Johnson's classroom, Room 11. Tickets will soon be on sale and can be purchased in Room 11 at lunch or from any of the senior class officers for $10. Hope to see you all there!

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Community Opportunities [101-120]

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College Info [121-140]

*** Duke, Georgetown, Harvard, Penn, and Stanford Info. Meeting
An informational meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 18th at 7:30 p.m. (at the Holiday Inn Fresno- Airport) to describe each of these institutions and provide up-to-date information about selection practices, financial aid opportunities, and other issues related to selective college admissions. For more information, visit: www.exploringcollegeoptions.org

*** Fresno Pacific University on Campus
A representative from Fresno Pacific University will be in Mrs. Phannaphob's room at noon on 9/20 to discuss the numerous academic opportunities for students at FPU, including business, medicine, education, ministry and many other fields.



*** University of Pennsylvania Information Session
The University of Pennsylvania Office of UNdergraduate Admissions invites you and your parents to attend an information session about Penn. Sessions will be held on Monday, September 24, 2007, at 7:30 p.m. at the Santa Clara Marriott; Tuesday, September 25, 2007, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel (Union Square) in San Francisco; and Monday, October 8, 2007, at the Rockridge Branch Library in Oakland, CA. All presentations will be held at 7:30 p.m.

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Scholarship Info [141-160]

*** Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund
The Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund at FResno State is accepting applications for a $1000 scholarship to be awarded to a student in the 2008-2009 academic year. The BPF scholarship criteria is that a FResno State student or incoming or returning student with good academic standing that has demonstrated pride in the community be selected as its recipient. For more details, visit: www.bulldogpride.org

University High School Bulletin for Friday, September 14, 2007

*** ICEBREAKER DANCE!!!!!
All students - especially those new to UHS - are invited to the first dance of the year, the Icebreaker Dance, which will be held at 7:00 on Friday, September 21. Come for a night of fun and excitement as we light up the dance floor with music and celebration. The dance will be held at Beau Monde, and maps to the site can be found just outside Mr. Johnson's classroom, Room 11. Tickets will soon be on sale and can be purchased in Room 11 at lunch or from any of the senior class officers for $10. Hope to see you all there!

*** Travel Club
Travel Club (The group going to the British Isles), will meet next Wednesday at 5:30 in room 18. We will discuss fundraising and how that works for the travelers. We also need to elect officers. I would like everyone to attend if possible. Please, come and see me if you can not make the meeting.

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Student Recognition [16-20]

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Parent Notices [21-40]

*** Magic of the Arts
Save the date for the 3rd Annual ÒMagic of the ArtsÓ. This yearÕs event, which will include every student at UHS, will be held on Saturday, November 17, 2007 at the William Saroyan Theatre. Tickets will be on sale soon.

*** College of Arts and Humanities Lecture
Dr. Diana Meehan , co-founder of the Archer School for Girls, will be speaking at the Wahlberg Recital Hall from 6-7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 26th. Students are encouraged to attend this lecture to learn more about Meehan's research regarding how girls learn best.

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General Announcements [41-60]

*** Correction on Yearbook Flyer
Please note: The flyer sent home regarding Yearbook Sales was incorrect. You may reserve your copy of the yearbook for $50 UNTIL September 15th! After September 15th, the price will be $60.00. Sorry for any inconvenience. Please e-mail Mrs. Bennett at nbennett@csufresno.edu if you have any further questions.

*** SAT Question of the Day - Answer
The answer is (E).

*** PSAT Fees
All freshmen, sophomores, and juniors will be taking the PSAT on Wednesday, October 17th. In order to receive your scores for this exam, you must submit the $14 test fee to your English instructor by Friday, October 12th. English teacehrs will begin collecting fees on Monday, September 17th. Checks should be made payable to "University High School."

*** Ms. Patterson will be off campus
on Thursday, September 13th and Friday, September 14th attending two separate conferences. If you wish to signup for the fieldtrip on either of these dates, please see Dr. Torrance.

*** Sophomore Class Field Trip
Bus money ($13) and signed permission slips are due by Friday September 21 to Ms. Casey. If you have not yet purchased your ticket ($10), please let Ms. Casey know immediately if you are planning to go. Only a few tickets remain. Unreserved tickets will be offered to a waiting list of juniors and seniors.
Teachers - If you and/or a spouse would like to help chaperone the sophomore field trip to see the California Shakespeare company performance of King Lear on October 12, we have a few free tickets available. See Mrs. Royce or Ms. Casey for details.

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Clubs [61-80]

*** ASB Meeting- Note New Start Time
Every one is Welcome at the ASB meeting. We still are giving out popscicles to those that come to the meeting. If you are a representative or a class president please be at the meeting. The meeting will start at 12:10, in room 18.

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Student Activities [81-100]

*** Two Days Left to Register for the College Field Trip
We need 32 more students to sign-up for our Southern California college visitation field trip, otherwise we will have to cancel the trip. Students may obtain a flyer (with directions on how to sign up) from Dr. Torrance and submit payment to him as well.

*** MOCK TRIAL - MOCK TRIAL!
Attention all those interested in Mock Trial. There will be an orientation meeting for those interested in Mock Trial for this this year on Wednesday September 19th at 12:15 in Ms. Phannaphob's room.

*** ASB is selling Entertainment Books
ASB will be selling entertainment books for the next two weeks. All proceeds go to help ASB plan activities for the school. Entertainment Books are full of coupons and discounts to all types of establishments in and around the Fresno/Clovis area. Discounts include: Movies, The Island, Knottsberry Farm, Bowling, Golfing, and too many others to list. See an ASB representative to purchase your book for $25. (There is $20 in grocery savings just on the first page.) Mr. Benslay also has books available for sale.

*** Car Wash
Sophomores Class car wash is this Saturday at the Ramada Inn on Shaw and 41 from 9:00am - 3:00pm.
Please remember to return your ticket money and any unsold tickets to Mrs. Royce by Wednesday 9/12.
Car wash supplies you signed up to bring should be delivered to Mr. D. Jones room between Tuesday (9/11) and Thursday (9/13).
If you have not yet signed up to help, please see Mrs. Royce. We have a few remaining needs.

*** 2011 candidates
Reminder to all 2011 candidates- Please discard all posters and signs that you have put up in classrooms by 3PM Friday. Please make sure that any trash from candy (ies) are thrown away. ALL FRESHMEN- PLEASE THROW AWAY YOUR TRASH. KEEP UHS CLEAN AND BEAUTIFUL!!!

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Community Opportunities [101-120]

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College Info [121-140]

*** Duke, Georgetown, Harvard, Penn, and Stanford Info. Meeting
An informational meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 18th at 7:30 p.m. (at the Holiday Inn Fresno- Airport) to describe each of these institutions and provide up-to-date information about selection practices, financial aid opportunities, and other issues related to selective college admissions. For more information, visit: www.exploringcollegeoptions.org

*** Fresno Pacific University on Campus
A representative from Fresno Pacific University will be in Mrs. Phannaphob's room at noon on 9/20 to discuss the numerous academic opportunities for students at FPU, including business, medicine, education, ministry and many other fields.



*** Dominican University of California on Campus
A representative from Domincan College of California will be in Mrs. Phannaphob's room at noon on Friday, 9/14 to discuss all of the exciting opportunities available to their students. In the sciences for example, the University excels at involving undergraduates in sophisticated research projects that enable students to present at national academic conferences and publish alongside their faculty mentors in peer- reviewed journals. In the humanities, students can combine dance and musical performance with the study of philosophy, literature, world cultures, and religion. Dominican also offers strong undergraduate professional programs in business, education, and nursing, in addition to graduate offerings in these disciplines as well as counseling psychology and occupational therapy. Come find out why the U.S. News & World Report ranks Dominican University of California in the top tier of "Western Universities - Master's."


*** California State University East Bay Information Session
You and your family are invited to a Cal State Esat Bay Information Session at the Double Tree Hotel in Modesto on September 15th from 10-11:30 a.m. Please RSVP at: (510) 885-3214

*** University of Pennsylvania Information Session
The University of Pennsylvania Office of UNdergraduate Admissions invites you and your parents to attend an information session about Penn. Sessions will be held on Monday, September 24, 2007, at 7:30 p.m. at the Santa Clara Marriott; Tuesday, September 25, 2007, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel (Union Square) in San Francisco; and Monday, October 8, 2007, at the Rockridge Branch Library in Oakland, CA. All presentations will be held at 7:30 p.m.

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Scholarship Info [141-160]

*** Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund
The Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund at Fresno State is accepting applications for a $1000 scholarship to be awarded to a student in the 2008-2009 academic year. The BPF scholarship criteria is that a FResno State student or incoming or returning student with good academic standing that has demonstrated pride in the community be selected as its recipient. For more details, visit: www.bulldogpride.org

University High School Bulletin for Thursday, September 13, 2007

*** Sophomore Class Field Trip
Bus money ($13) and signed permission slips are due by Friday September 21 to Ms. Casey. If you have not yet purchased your ticket ($10), please let Ms. Casey know immediately if you are planning to go. Only a few tickets remain. Unreserved tickets will be offered to a waiting list of juniors and seniors.
Teachers - If you and/or a spouse would like to help chaperone the sophomore field trip to see the California Shakespeare company performance of King Lear on October 12, we have a few free tickets available. See Mrs. Royce or Ms. Casey for details.

*** Ms. Patterson will be off campus
on Thursday, September 13th and Friday, September 14th attending two separate conferences. If you wish to signup for the fieldtrip on either of these dates, please see Dr. Torrance.

*** ICEBREAKER DANCE!!!!!
All students - especially those new to UHS - are invited to the first dance of the year, the Icebreaker Dance, which will be held at 7:00 on Friday, September 21. Come for a night of fun and excitement as we light up the dance floor with music and celebration. The dance will be held at Beau Monde, and maps to the site can be found just outside Mr. Johnson's classroom, Room 11. Tickets will soon be on sale and can be purchased in Room 11 at lunch or from any of the senior class officers for $10. Hope to see you all there!

*** ASB is selling Entertainment Books
ASB will be selling entertainment books for the next two weeks. All proceeds go to help ASB plan activities for the school. Entertainment Books are full of coupons and discounts to all types of establishments in and around the Fresno/Clovis area. Discounts include: Movies, The Island, Knottsberry Farm, Bowling, Golfing, and too many others to list. See an ASB representative to purchase your book for $25. (There is $20 in grocery savings just on the first page.) Mr. Benslay also has books available for sale.

*** Car Wash
Sophomores Class car wash is this Saturday at the Ramada Inn on Shaw and 41 from 9:00am - 3:00pm.
Please remember to return your ticket money and any unsold tickets to Mrs. Royce by Wednesday 9/12.
Car wash supplies you signed up to bring should be delivered to Mr. D. Jones room between Tuesday (9/11) and Thursday (9/13).
If you have not yet signed up to help, please see Mrs. Royce. We have a few remaining needs.

*** Travel Club
Travel Club (The group going to the British Isles), will meet next Wednesday at 5:30 in room 18. We will discuss fundraising and how that works for the travelers. We also need to elect officers. I would like everyone to attend if possible. Please, come and see me if you can not make the meeting.

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Student Recognition [16-20]

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Parent Notices [21-40]

*** Phoenix Alliance Meeting on September 13
A Phoenix Alliance Board meeting is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 13 at 7:00 P.M. in Room 18. All are welcome! PARKING WILL BE RELAXED IN LOTS C & D. Phoenix Alliance is the parent/teacher/community support group for University High School. If you are a parent who has not already joined, pick-up a pink membership form in the UHS Office or at Back to School Night. Please join Phoenix Alliance and support the student activities at UHS!

*** Magic of the Arts
Save the date for the 3rd Annual ÒMagic of the ArtsÓ. This yearÕs event, which will include every student at UHS, will be held on Saturday, November 17, 2007 at the William Saroyan Theatre. Tickets will be on sale soon.

*** College of Arts and Humanities Lecture
Dr. Diana Meehan , co-founder of the Archer School for Girls, will be speaking at the Wahlberg Recital Hall from 6-7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 26th. Students are encouraged to attend this lecture to learn more about Meehan's research regarding how girls learn best.

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General Announcements [41-60]

*** Correction on Yearbook Flyer
Please note: The flyer sent home regarding Yearbook Sales was incorrect. You may reserve your copy of the yearbook for $50 UNTIL September 15th! After September 15th, the price will be $60.00. Sorry for any inconvenience. Please e-mail Mrs. Bennett at nbennett@csufresno.edu if you have any further questions.

*** SAT Question of the Day - Answer
The answer is (D)

*** PSAT Fees
All freshmen, sophomores, and juniors will be taking the PSAT on Wednesday, October 17th. In order to receive your scores for this exam, you must submit the $14 test fee to your English instructor by Friday, October 12th. English teacehrs will begin collecting fees on Monday, September 17th. Checks should be made payable to "University High School."

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Clubs [61-80]

*** CSF and Creative Writing Start Meetings!!!
Any students interested in Creative Writing Club should come to the meeting on Tuesday, September 4, 2007 at 12:15 P.M. in Room 10.

Any students interested in CSF should come to the CSF meeting on Thursday, September 6, 2007 at 12:15 P.M. in Room 10. We will talk about membership and application information at this very important meeting!

IMPORTANT: CSF membership applications are due TO ME IN PERSON BEFORE Thursday, September 13 by 1:00 PM, no exceptions. Get application and course lists from Dr. Torrance in Room 10. Fill out the application and return it, a copy of your grade report for Spring, 2007, and a check payable to UHS for 10 dollars. List your community service on the back of the application (10 hours minimum). Also note: Life Membership requires membership 4 out of six semesters from grades 10-12, including at least one semester as a SENIOR.

Freshmen CJSF members are automatically accepted in CSF for the first semester. All they need to do is fill out an application and show they were CJSF members. They don't even have to pay the $10.00 fee this semester.
Questions: See Dr. Torrance IN ROOM 10 or call 278-0436.


*** Chess Club
Chess Club - Chess club will meet on Wednesdays at lunch in room 8. Bring a chess set if you have one. (Jones)

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Student Activities [81-100]

*** Two Days Left to Register for the College Field Trip
We need 32 more students to sign-up for our Southern California college visitation field trip, otherwise we will have to cancel the trip. Students may obtain a flyer (with directions on how to sign up) from Dr. Torrance and submit payment to him as well.

*** 2011 Speeches
2011 candidates will be giving their speeches today at lunch, from 12:00-12:30.Candidates for President will go first, VP, Secretary/ Treasurer/ Publicity Coordinator. Speeches are no longer than 2 minutes.

*** 2011 Speeches
2011 candidates will be giving their speeches today at lunch, from 12:00-12:30.Candidates for President will go first, VP, Secretary/ Treasurer/ Publicity Coordinator. Speeches are no longer than 2 minutes.

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Community Opportunities [101-120]

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College Info [121-140]

*** Duke, Georgetown, Harvard, Penn, and Stanford Info. Meeting
An informational meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 18th at 7:30 p.m. (at the Holiday Inn Fresno- Airport) to describe each of these institutions and provide up-to-date information about selection practices, financial aid opportunities, and other issues related to selective college admissions. For more information, visit: www.exploringcollegeoptions.org

*** Fresno Pacific University on Campus
A representative from Fresno Pacific University will be in Mrs. Phannaphob's room at noon on 9/20 to discuss the numerous academic opportunities for students at FPU, including business, medicine, education, ministry and many other fields.



*** Mills College Visitation
A representative from Mills College will be on campus at 1:00 p.m. on 9/13 (In Mr. Daniel Jones' room) to discuss the opportunities available to women at Mills College in Oakland, California. Mills' curriculum is known for innovation. In more than 40 majors, fascinating courses will challenge your assumptions, provoke your thought, and stimulate your imagination. You might be drawn to the College's exceptional dance, music, and visual arts programs, finding yourself part of a tradition of internationally recognized study and performance. You might immerse yourself in ethnic studies, taking advantage of fieldwork opportunities in the extraordinarily diverse Oakland area. In the College's English program, you might explore workshops in creative writing taught by published authors. If you're passionate about science, you might gravitate to the biochemistry and molecular biology program or to the natural-science approach to psychology, which includes one of the few undergraduate courses


If your interests combine multiple disciplines not covered by an established Mills major, perhaps you'll want to design your own. Whatever your interests, you'll have opportunities to take courses in many disciplines. At Mills, exploration is encouraged at all levels.


Any students who have a class during this time may see Ms. Patterson to obtain a permission slip to attend this event.

*** St. Mary's College Visitation
A representative from St Mary's will be on campus on 9/13 at noon to visit prospective students. Stop by Mrs. Phannaphob's room to hear more about their liberals arts curriculum and the unique opportunities for students during "January Term," including an in-depth, accelerated exploration of topics like intensive Japanese, enterpreneurship, or writing a young adult novel. January Term classes have also contributed to the rebuilding of New Orleans, explored the continuing effects of apartheid in South Africa, critiqued movies at the Sundance Film Festival, and explored the biodiversity of South America.



*** Dominican University of California on Campus
A representative from Domincan College of California will be in Mrs. Phannaphob's room at noon on Friday, 9/14 to discuss all of the exciting opportunities available to their students. In the sciences for example, the University excels at involving undergraduates in sophisticated research projects that enable students to present at national academic conferences and publish alongside their faculty mentors in peer- reviewed journals. In the humanities, students can combine dance and musical performance with the study of philosophy, literature, world cultures, and religion. Dominican also offers strong undergraduate professional programs in business, education, and nursing, in addition to graduate offerings in these disciplines as well as counseling psychology and occupational therapy. Come find out why the U.S. News & World Report ranks Dominican University of California in the top tier of "Western Universities - Master's."


*** California State University East Bay Information Session
You and your family are invited to a Cal State Esat Bay Information Session at the Double Tree Hotel in Modesto on September 15th from 10-11:30 a.m. Please RSVP at: (510) 885-3214

*** University of Pennsylvania Information Session
The University of Pennsylvania Office of UNdergraduate Admissions invites you and your parents to attend an information session about Penn. Sessions will be held on Monday, September 24, 2007, at 7:30 p.m. at the Santa Clara Marriott; Tuesday, September 25, 2007, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel (Union Square) in San Francisco; and Monday, October 8, 2007, at the Rockridge Branch Library in Oakland, CA. All presentations will be held at 7:30 p.m.

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Scholarship Info [141-160]

*** Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund
The Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund at FResno State is accepting applications for a $1000 scholarship to be awarded to a student in the 2008-2009 academic year. The BPF scholarship criteria is that a FResno State student or incoming or returning student with good academic standing that has demonstrated pride in the community be selected as its recipient. For more details, visit: www.bulldogpride.org

University High School Bulletin for Wednesday, September 12, 2007

*** Sophomore Class Field Trip
Bus money ($13) and signed permission slips are due by Friday September 21 to Ms. Casey. If you have not yet purchased your ticket ($10), please let Ms. Casey know immediately if you are planning to go. Only a few tickets remain. Unreserved tickets will be offered to a waiting list of juniors and seniors.
Teachers - If you and/or a spouse would like to help chaperone the sophomore field trip to see the California Shakespeare company performance of King Lear on October 12, we have a few free tickets available. See Mrs. Royce or Ms. Casey for details.

*** Ms. Patterson will be off campus
on Thursday, September 13th and Friday, September 14th attending two separate conferences. If you wish to signup for the fieldtrip on either of these dates, please see Dr. Torrance.

*** ICEBREAKER DANCE!!!!!
All students - especially those new to UHS - are invited to the first dance of the year, the Icebreaker Dance, which will be held at 7:00 on Friday, September 21. Come for a night of fun and excitement as we light up the dance floor with music and celebration. The dance will be held at Beau Monde, and maps to the site can be found just outside Mr. Johnson's classroom, Room 11. Tickets will soon be on sale and can be purchased in Room 11 at lunch or from any of the senior class officers for $10. Hope to see you all there!

*** ASB is selling Entertainment Books
ASB will be selling entertainment books for the next two weeks. All proceeds go to help ASB plan activities for the school. Entertainment Books are full of coupons and discounts to all types of establishments in and around the Fresno/Clovis area. Discounts include: Movies, The Island, Knottsberry Farm, Bowling, Golfing, and too many others to list. See an ASB representative to purchase your book for $25. (There is $20 in grocery savings just on the first page.) Mr. Benslay also has books available for sale.

*** Car Wash
Sophomores Class car wash is this Saturday at the Ramada Inn on Shaw and 41 from 9:00am - 3:00pm.
Please remember to return your ticket money and any unsold tickets to Mrs. Royce by Wednesday 9/12.
Car wash supplies you signed up to bring should be delivered to Mr. D. Jones room between Tuesday (9/11) and Thursday (9/13).
If you have not yet signed up to help, please see Mrs. Royce. We have a few remaining needs.

*** Travel Club
Travel Club (The group going to the British Isles), will meet next Wednesday at 5:30 in room 18. We will discuss fundraising and how that works for the travelers. We also need to elect officers. I would like everyone to attend if possible. Please, come and see me if you can not make the meeting.

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Student Recognition [16-20]

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Parent Notices [21-40]

*** Phoenix Alliance Meeting on Septeber 13
A Phoenix Alliance Board meeting is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 13 at 7:00 P.M. in Room 18. All are welcome! Phoenix Alliance is the parent/teacher/community support group for University High School. If you are a parent who has not already joined, pick-up a pink membership form in the UHS Office or at Back to School Night. Please join Phoenix Alliance and support the student activities at UHS!

*** Magic of the Arts
Save the date for the 3rd Annual ÒMagic of the ArtsÓ. This yearÕs event, which will include every student at UHS, will be held on Saturday, November 17, 2007 at the William Saroyan Theatre. Tickets will be on sale soon.

*** College of Arts and Humanities Lecture
Dr. Diana Meehan , co-founder of the Archer School for Girls, will be speaking at the Wahlberg Recital Hall from 6-7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 26th. Students are encouraged to attend this lecture to learn more about Meehan's research regarding how girls learn best.

*** INTERESTED IN CARPOOLING?
Parents and students, are you looking for a Rideshare partner? Someone to help take turns bringing your student to school? Stop by the office
to pick up a list of potential contacts.


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General Announcements [41-60]

*** Correction on Yearbook Flyer
Please note: The flyer sent home regarding Yearbook Sales was incorrect. You may reserve your copy of the yearbook for $50 UNTIL September 15th! After September 15th, the price will be $60.00. Sorry for any inconvenience. Please e-mail Mrs. Bennett at nbennett@csufresno.edu if you have any further questions.

*** SAT Question of the Day - Answer
The answer is (A)

*** PSAT Fees
All freshmen, sophomores, and juniors will be taking the PSAT on Wednesday, October 17th. In order to receive your scores for this exam, you must submit the $14 test fee to your English instructor by Friday, October 12th. English teacehrs will begin collecting fees on Monday, September 17th. Checks should be made payable to "University High School."

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Clubs [61-80]

*** CSF and Creative Writing Start Meetings!!!
Any students interested in Creative Writing Club should come to the meeting on Tuesday, September 4, 2007 at 12:15 P.M. in Room 10.

Any students interested in CSF should come to the CSF meeting on Thursday, September 6, 2007 at 12:15 P.M. in Room 10. We will talk about membership and application information at this very important meeting!

IMPORTANT: CSF membership applications are due TO ME IN PERSON BEFORE Thursday, September 13 by 1:00 PM, no exceptions. Get application and course lists from Dr. Torrance in Room 10. Fill out the application and return it, a copy of your grade report for Spring, 2007, and a check payable to UHS for 10 dollars. List your community service on the back of the application (10 hours minimum). Also note: Life Membership requires membership 4 out of six semesters from grades 10-12, including at least one semester as a SENIOR.

Freshmen CJSF members are automatically accepted in CSF for the first semester. All they need to do is fill out an application and show they were CJSF members. They don't even have to pay the $10.00 fee this semester.
Questions: See Dr. Torrance IN ROOM 10 or call 278-0436.


*** Chess Club
Chess Club - Chess club will meet on Wednesdays at lunch in room 8. Bring a chess set if you have one. (Jones)

*** Science Olympiad Meeting
There will be a Science Olympiad meeting on Wednesday, September 12 in Dr. Gettman's Room (Room 15) at 12:00. We will have elections for officers and discuss some of the events.

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Student Activities [81-100]

*** Potential 2011 Class officers
Attention Freshmen class of 2011. It is election time! Come by Rm. 13 (Mrs. Phannaphob's room) at lunch 12-12:30 to sign up (by Monday 9-10-07), if you are interested in running for President, Vice-president, Secretary/Treasurer, or Publicity Coordinator. Tuesday and Wednesday are campaigning days, the speeches will be given on Thursday (at the beginning of lunch) and voting will take place on Friday during the 2nd period (9-14-07). Be a part of your class and the community! Help organize fundraisers and the Sadie Hawkins dance!

*** 2011 campaign
Reminder to 2011 candidates- Please ask the teachers permission before you post any posters. No stickers on anybody or anything. All campaigning must be positive! Speeches will be given on Thursday in front of the English 9 classroom. And voting will be Friday.
Candidates for president-Jacob Williams, Ellie Houghton, Ethan Castro
Candidates for vice-presidet- McKinley Krongaus, Taylor Cortez
Candidates for Secretary/ Treasurer-Baylee Albers, Philip Dodd, Valerie Binion
Candidates for Publicity Coordinator-Katie Plunkett
Good luck to you all!

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Community Opportunities [101-120]

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College Info [121-140]

*** 5 Days Left to Signup for the S. CA Colleges Field Trip
Ms. Patterson and Dr. Torrance invite all of you to join us on a two day tour (October 24th and 25th) of various Southern California Colleges, including Claremont McKenna, UCLA, USC, and Cal Arts. The fee is $195, which includes hotel and transportation. The deadline to sign up is September 14th! Please see Ms. Patterson or Dr. Torrance for a flyer.

*** Duke, Georgetown, Harvard, Penn, and Stanford Info. Meeting
An informational meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 18th at 7:30 p.m. (at the Holiday Inn Fresno- Airport) to describe each of these institutions and provide up-to-date information about selection practices, financial aid opportunities, and other issues related to selective college admissions. For more information, visit: www.exploringcollegeoptions.org

*** Fresno Area College Night
The 24th Annual Fresno Area College Night will be held on September 12, 2007 from 6-9 p.m. at the Fresno Convention Center. This event gives students and their parents an opportunity to speak to representatives from more than 100 colleges, as well as to attend sessions on college admissions and financial aid, among others. Parking is $5.


*** Fresno Pacific University on Campus
A representative from Fresno Pacific University will be in Mrs. Phannaphob's room at noon on 9/20 to discuss the numerous academic opportunities for students at FPU, including business, medicine, education, ministry and many other fields.



*** Mills College Visitation
A representative from Mills College will be on campus at 1:00 p.m. on 9/13 (In Mr. Daniel Jones' room) to discuss the opportunities available to women at Mills College in Oakland, California. Mills' curriculum is known for innovation. In more than 40 majors, fascinating courses will challenge your assumptions, provoke your thought, and stimulate your imagination. You might be drawn to the College's exceptional dance, music, and visual arts programs, finding yourself part of a tradition of internationally recognized study and performance. You might immerse yourself in ethnic studies, taking advantage of fieldwork opportunities in the extraordinarily diverse Oakland area. In the College's English program, you might explore workshops in creative writing taught by published authors. If you're passionate about science, you might gravitate to the biochemistry and molecular biology program or to the natural-science approach to psychology, which includes one of the few undergraduate courses


If your interests combine multiple disciplines not covered by an established Mills major, perhaps you'll want to design your own. Whatever your interests, you'll have opportunities to take courses in many disciplines. At Mills, exploration is encouraged at all levels.


Any students who have a class during this time may see Ms. Patterson to obtain a permission slip to attend this event.

*** St. Mary's College Visitation
A representative from St Mary's will be on campus on 9/13 at noon to visit prospective students. Stop by Mrs. Phannaphob's room to hear more about their liberals arts curriculum and the unique opportunities for students during "January Term," including an in-depth, accelerated exploration of topics like intensive Japanese, enterpreneurship, or writing a young adult novel. January Term classes have also contributed to the rebuilding of New Orleans, explored the continuing effects of apartheid in South Africa, critiqued movies at the Sundance Film Festival, and explored the biodiversity of South America.



*** University of the Pacific Visitation
University of the Pacific will be on campus on 9/12 from 12:00-1:00 in Mrs. Phannaphob's classroom. Sto by to learn more about their music conservatory or one of the accelerate programs below:


1) Five-Year Bachelor's and MBA

2) Three-Year Bachelor's program in Dental Hygeine

3) Five-, Six-, and Seven-Year Bachelor's and DDS

4) Four-Year Bachelor's and CA. Teaching Credential

5) Pharmacy: Five-, Six-, and Seven-Year Bachelor's and MD

6) Speech-Language Pathology - Five- and Six-Year Bachelor's and doctorate

7) Six-Year Bachelor's and JD

8) International Studies Three-semester MA in International Relations School of International Studies




*** Dominican University of California on Campus
A representative from Domincan College of California will be in Mrs. Phannaphob's room at noon on Friday, 9/14 to discuss all of the exciting opportunities available to their students. In the sciences for example, the University excels at involving undergraduates in sophisticated research projects that enable students to present at national academic conferences and publish alongside their faculty mentors in peer- reviewed journals. In the humanities, students can combine dance and musical performance with the study of philosophy, literature, world cultures, and religion. Dominican also offers strong undergraduate professional programs in business, education, and nursing, in addition to graduate offerings in these disciplines as well as counseling psychology and occupational therapy. Come find out why the U.S. News & World Report ranks Dominican University of California in the top tier of "Western Universities - Master's."


*** California State University East Bay Information Session
You and your family are invited to a Cal State Esat Bay Information Session at the Double Tree Hotel in Modesto on September 15th from 10-11:30 a.m. Please RSVP at: (510) 885-3214

*** University of Pennsylvania Information Session
The University of Pennsylvania Office of UNdergraduate Admissions invites you and your parents to attend an information session about Penn. Sessions will be held on Monday, September 24, 2007, at 7:30 p.m. at the Santa Clara Marriott; Tuesday, September 25, 2007, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel (Union Square) in San Francisco; and Monday, October 8, 2007, at the Rockridge Branch Library in Oakland, CA. All presentations will be held at 7:30 p.m.

*** .
Scholarship Info [141-160]

*** Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund
The Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund at FResno State is accepting applications for a $1000 scholarship to be awarded to a student in the 2008-2009 academic year. The BPF scholarship criteria is that a FResno State student or incoming or returning student with good academic standing that has demonstrated pride in the community be selected as its recipient. For more details, visit: www.bulldogpride.org

University High School Bulletin for Tuesday, September 11, 2007

. New Items [1-15]

Sophomore Class Field Trip
Bus money ($13) and signed permission slips are due by Friday September 21 to Ms. Casey. If
you have not yet
purchased your ticket ($10), please let Ms. Casey know immediately if you are planning to
go. Only a few tickets
remain. Unreserved tickets will be offered to a waiting list of juniors and seniors.
Teachers - If you and/or a spouse would like to help chaperone the sophomore field trip to
see the California
Shakespeare company performance of King Lear on October 12, we have a few free tickets
available. See Mrs.
Royce or Ms. Casey for details.

Ms. Patterson will be off campus on Thursday, September 13th and Friday, September 14th
attending two
separate conferences. If you wish to signup for the fieldtrip on either of these dates, please
see Dr. Torrance.

Life Club
Life Club is a Christian oriented club that will be starting today. We encourage everyone to
come and joinus for
a time of fellowship. we will be meeting in Mrs. Hill's room at lunch. If there are any
questions, please contact
Marissa Webber or Josh Cantu.

Math Team There will be a short math team meeting at lunch from 12-12:30 today Tuesday,
September 11 to
pick up a practice AMC 10/12 exam and to discuss competition dates in Ms. Sanbongi's
Room 16.

SAT Question of the Day - Answer The answer is (B)

ASB is selling Entertainment Books
ASB will be selling entertainment books for the next two weeks. All proceeds go to help ASB
plan activities for
the school. Entertainment Books are full of coupons and discounts to all types of
establishments in and around
the Fresno/Clovis area. Discounts include: Movies, The Island, Knottsberry Farm, Bowling,
Golfing, and too
many others to list. See an ASB representative to purchase your book for $25. (There is $20
in grocery savings
just on the first page.) Mr. Benslay also has books available for sale.

Car Wash
Sophomores Class car wash is this Saturday at the Ramada Inn on Shaw and 41 from 9:00am
- 3:00pm.
Please remember to return your ticket money and any unsold tickets to Mrs. Royce by
Wednesday 9/12.
Car wash supplies you signed up to bring should be delivered to Mr. D. Jones room between
Tuesday (9/11)
and Thursday (9/13).
If you have not yet signed up to help, please see Mrs. Royce. We have a few remaining needs.

Travel Club
Travel Club (The group going to the British Isles), will meet next Wednesday at 5:30 in room
18. We will discuss
fundraising and how that works for the travelers. We also need to elect officers. I would like
everyone to attend
if possible. Please, come and see me if you can not make the meeting.

. Parent Notices [21-40]

Phoenix Alliance Meeting on Septeber 13
A Phoenix Alliance Board meeting is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 13 at 7:00 P.M. in Room
18. All are welcome!
Phoenix Alliance is the parent/teacher/community support group for University High School.
If you are a parent
who has not already joined, pick-up a pink membership form in the UHS Office or at Back to
School Night.
Please join Phoenix Alliance and support the student activities at UHS!

Magic of the Arts
Save the date for the 3rd Annual ÒMagic of the ArtsÓ. This yearÕs event, which will include
every student at
UHS, will be held on Saturday, November 17, 2007 at the William Saroyan Theatre. Tickets
will be on sale soon.

College of Arts and Humanities Lecture Dr. Diana Meehan , co-founder of the Archer School
for Girls, will be
speaking at the Wahlberg Recital Hall from 6-7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 26th.
Students are encouraged
to attend this lecture to learn more about Meehan's research regarding how girls learn best.

INTERESTED IN CARPOOLING? Parents and students, are you looking for a Rideshare partner?
Someone to help
take turns bringing your student to school? Stop by the office to pick up a list of potential
contacts.

. General Announcements [41-60]

Correction on Yearbook Flyer Please note: The flyer sent home regarding Yearbook Sales was
incorrect. You
may reserve your copy of the yearbook for $50 UNTIL September 15th! After September 15th,
the price will be
$60.00. Sorry for any inconvenience. Please e-mail Mrs. Bennett at nbennett@csufresno.edu
if you have any
further questions.

PSAT Fees All freshmen, sophomores, and juniors will be taking the PSAT on Wednesday,
October 17th. In order
to receive your scores for this exam, you must submit the $14 test fee to your English
instructor by Friday,
October 12th. English teacehrs will begin collecting fees on Monday, September 17th. Checks
should be made
payable to "University High School."

. Clubs [61-80]

CSF and Creative Writing Start Meetings!!! Any students interested in Creative Writing Club
should come to the
meeting on Tuesday, September 4, 2007 at 12:15 P.M. in Room 10. Any students interested
in CSF should come
to the CSF meeting on Thursday, September 6, 2007 at 12:15 P.M. in Room 10. We will talk
about membership
and application information at this very important meeting! IMPORTANT: CSF membership
applications are due
TO ME IN PERSON BEFORE Thursday, September 13 by 1:00 PM, no exceptions. Get
application and course lists
from Dr. Torrance in Room 10. Fill out the application and return it, a copy of your grade
report for Spring,
2007, and a check payable to UHS for 10 dollars. List your community service on the back of
the application (10
hours minimum). Also note: Life Membership requires membership 4 out of six semesters
from grades 10-12,
including at least one semester as a SENIOR. Freshmen CJSF members are automatically
accepted in CSF for the
first semester. All they need to do is fill out an application and show they were CJSF
members. They don't even
have to pay the $10.00 fee this semester. Questions: See Dr. Torrance IN ROOM 10 or call
278-0436.

Science Olympiad Meeting There will be a Science Olympiad meeting on Wednesday,
September 12 in Dr.
Gettman's Room (Room 15) at 12:00. We will have elections for officers and discuss some of
the events.

. Student Activities [81-100]

Potential 2011 Class officers Attention Freshmen class of 2011. It is election time! Come by
Rm. 13 (Mrs.
Phannaphob's room) at lunch 12-12:30 to sign up (by Monday 9-10-07), if you are
interested in running for
President, Vice-president, Secretary/Treasurer, or Publicity Coordinator. Tuesday and
Wednesday are
campaigning days, the speeches will be given on Thursday (at the beginning of lunch) and
voting will take place
on Friday during the 2nd period (9-14-07). Be a part of your class and the community! Help
organize
fundraisers and the Sadie Hawkins dance!

. College Info [121-140]

5 Days Left to Signup for the S. CA Colleges Field Trip Ms. Patterson and Dr. Torrance invite
all of you to join us
on a two day tour (October 24th and 25th) of various Southern California Colleges, including
Claremont
McKenna, UCLA, USC, and Cal Arts. The fee is $195, which includes hotel and transportation.
The deadline to
sign up is September 14th! Please see Ms. Patterson or Dr. Torrance for a flyer.

Duke, Georgetown, Harvard, Penn, and Stanford Info. Meeting An informational meeting will
be held on
Tuesday, September 18th at 7:30 p.m. (at the Holiday Inn Fresno- Airport) to describe each
of these institutions
and provide up-to-date information about selection practices, financial aid opportunities,
and other issues
related to selective college admissions. For more information, visit:
www.exploringcollegeoptions.org

Fresno Area College Night The 24th Annual Fresno Area College Night will be held on
September 12, 2007 from
6-9 p.m. at the Fresno Convention Center. This event gives students and their parents an
opportunity to speak
to representatives from more than 100 colleges, as well as to attend sessions on college
admissions and
financial aid, among others. Parking is $5.

Fresno Pacific University on Campus A representative from Fresno Pacific University will be in
Mrs.
Phannaphob's room at noon on 9/20 to discuss the numerous academic opportunities for
students at FPU,
including business, medicine, education, ministry and many other fields.

Mills College Visitation A representative from Mills College will be on campus at 1:00 p.m. on
9/13 (In Mr.
Daniel Jones' room) to discuss the opportunities available to women at Mills College in
Oakland, California.
Mills' curriculum is known for innovation. In more than 40 majors, fascinating courses will
challenge your
assumptions, provoke your thought, and stimulate your imagination. You might be drawn to
the College's
exceptional dance, music, and visual arts programs, finding yourself part of a tradition of
internationally
recognized study and performance. You might immerse yourself in ethnic studies, taking
advantage of
fieldwork opportunities in the extraordinarily diverse Oakland area. In the College's English
program, you might
explore workshops in creative writing taught by published authors. If you're passionate about
science, you
might gravitate to the biochemistry and molecular biology program or to the natural-science
approach to
psychology, which includes one of the few undergraduate courses in the nation on
attachment theory.

If your interests combine multiple disciplines not covered by an established Mills major,
perhaps you'll want to
design your own. Whatever your interests, you'll have opportunities to take courses in many
disciplines. At
Mills, exploration is encouraged at all levels.

Any students who have a class during this time may see Ms. Patterson to obtain a permission
slip to attend this
event.

St. Mary's College Visitation A representative from St Mary's will be on campus on 9/13 at
noon to visit
prospective students. Stop by Mrs. Phannaphob's room to hear more about their liberals arts
curriculum and the
unique opportunities for students during "January Term," including an in-depth, accelerated
exploration of
topics like intensive Japanese, enterpreneurship, or writing a young adult novel. January Term
classes have also
contributed to the rebuilding of New Orleans, explored the continuing effects of apartheid in
South Africa,
critiqued movies at the Sundance Film Festival, and explored the biodiversity of South
America.

University of the Pacific Visitation
University of the Pacific will be on campus on 9/12 from 12:00-1:00 in Mrs. Phannaphob's
classroom. Sto by to
learn more about their music conservatory or one of the accelerate programs below:

1) Five-Year Bachelor's and MBA
2) Three-Year Bachelor's program in Dental Hygeine
3) Five-, Six-, and Seven-Year Bachelor's and DDS
4) Four-Year Bachelor's and CA. Teaching Credential
5) Pharmacy: Five-, Six-, and Seven-Year Bachelor's and MD
6) Speech-Language Pathology - Five- and Six-Year Bachelor's and doctorate
7) Six-Year Bachelor's and JD
8) International Studies Three-semester MA in International Relations School of International
Studies

Dominican University of California on Campus
A representative from Domincan College of California will be in Mrs. Phannaphob's room at
noon on Friday,
9/14 to discuss all of the exciting opportunities available to their students. In the sciences
for example, the
University excels at involving undergraduates in sophisticated research projects that enable
students to present
at national academic conferences and publish alongside their faculty mentors in peer-
reviewed journals. In the
humanities, students can combine dance and musical performance with the study of
philosophy, literature,
world cultures, and religion. Dominican also offers strong undergraduate professional
programs in business,
education, and nursing, in addition to graduate offerings in these disciplines as well as
counseling psychology
and occupational therapy. Come find out why the U.S. News & World Report ranks Dominican
University of
California in the top tier of "Western Universities - Master's."

California State University East Bay Information Session You and your family are invited to a
Cal State Esat Bay
Information Session at the Double Tree Hotel in Modesto on September 15th from 10-11:30
a.m. Please RSVP
at: (510) 885-3214

University of Pennsylvania Information Session The University of Pennsylvania Office of
UNdergraduate
Admissions invites you and your parents to attend an information session about Penn.
Sessions will be held on
Monday, September 24, 2007, at 7:30 p.m. at the Santa Clara Marriott; Tuesday, September
25, 2007, at the
Crowne Plaza Hotel (Union Square) in San Francisco; and Monday, October 8, 2007, at the
Rockridge Branch
Library in Oakland, CA. All presentations will be held at 7:30 p.m.

. Scholarship Info [141-160]

Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund The Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund at FResno State is
accepting applications for
a $1000 scholarship to be awarded to a student in the 2008-2009 academic year. The BPF
scholarship criteria
is that a FResno State student or incoming or returning student with good academic standing
that has
demonstrated pride in the community be selected as its recipient. For more details, visit:
www.bulldogpride.org

University High School Bulletin for Monday, September 10, 2007

. Parent Notices [21-40]

Back to school Night
Parents are invited to the UHS annual back to school night Monday Sept. 10
Parking will be relaxed in Lot D only. If you park elsewhere on campus the appropriate
parking pass must be
displayed.
6:00-6:45 Meeting for Parents of Seniors in Room 17
6:50-7:00 Period 1
7:04-7:14 Period 2
7:18-7:28 Period 3
7:32-7:42 Period 4
7:46-7:56 Period 6
8:00-8:10 Period 7
8:10-8:30 Performance group visits
Mr. Lapp: Room 17
Mr. Malcolm: Room 18
Mr. Jones: Room 2/3

Mr Canfield and Mrs. Casey will be at Back to School Night, even though they were
accidentally omitted from
the flyer. Mr Canfield will be in LS 175 and Mrs. Casey will be in LS 169.

Phoenix Alliance Meeting on Septeber 13
A Phoenix Alliance Board meeting is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 13 at 7:00 P.M. in Room
18. All are welcome!
Phoenix Alliance is the parent/teacher/community support group for University High School.
If you are a parent
who has not already joined, pick-up a pink membership form in the UHS Office or at Back to
School Night.
Please join Phoenix Alliance and support the student activities at UHS!

Magic of the Arts
Save the date for the 3rd Annual ÒMagic of the ArtsÓ. This yearÕs event, which will include
every student at
UHS, will be held on Saturday, November 17, 2007 at the William Saroyan Theatre. Tickets
will be on sale soon.

College of Arts and Humanities Lecture Dr. Diana Meehan , co-founder of the Archer School
for Girls, will be
speaking at the Wahlberg Recital Hall from 6-7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 26th.
Students are encouraged
to attend this lecture to learn more about Meehan's research regarding how girls learn best.

INTERESTED IN CARPOOLING? Parents and students, are you looking for a Rideshare partner?
Someone to help
take turns bringing your student to school? Stop by the office to pick up a list of potential
contacts.

. General Announcements [41-60]

Correction on Yearbook Flyer Please note: The flyer sent home regarding Yearbook Sales was
incorrect. You
may reserve your copy of the yearbook for $50 UNTIL September 15th! After September 15th,
the price will be
$60.00. Sorry for any inconvenience. Please e-mail Mrs. Bennett at nbennett@csufresno.edu
if you have any
further questions.

Ms. Patterson will be off campus on Thursday, September 13th and Friday, September 14th
attending two
separate conferences. If you wish to signup for the fieldtrip on either of these dates, please
see Dr. Torrance.

SAT Question of the Day - Answer The answer is (D)

PSAT Fees All freshmen, sophomores, and juniors will be taking the PSAT on Wednesday,
October 17th. In order
to receive your scores for this exam, you must submit the $14 test fee to your English
instructor by Friday,
October 12th. English teacehrs will begin collecting fees on Monday, September 17th. Checks
should be made
payable to "University High School."

Soccer Meeting Soccer players, we will have a meeting Monday the 10th at 12:15 in room 18
to vote for team
captains for the boys and girls soccer team

. Clubs [61-80]

YEARBOOK MEETING DON'T FORGET! VERY IMPORTANT YEARBOOK STAFF MEETING,
MONDAY, AT LUNCH IN RM.
7 (BENNETT). WE WILL VOTE ON THIS YEAR'S COVER, THEME, AND DEDICATION!

ASB is selling Entertainment Books
ASB will be selling entertainment books for the next two weeks. All proceeds go to help ASB
plan activities for
the school. Entertainment Books are full of coupons and discounts to all types of
establishments in and around
the Fresno/Clovis area. Discounts include: Movies, The Island, Knottsberry Farm, Bowling,
Golfing, and too
many others to list. See an ASB representative to purchase your book for $25. (There is $20
in grocery savings
just on the first page.) Mr. Benslay also has books available for sale.

CSF and Creative Writing Start Meetings!!! Any students interested in Creative Writing Club
should come to the
meeting on Tuesday, September 4, 2007 at 12:15 P.M. in Room 10. Any students interested
in CSF should come
to the CSF meeting on Thursday, September 6, 2007 at 12:15 P.M. in Room 10. We will talk
about membership
and application information at this very important meeting! IMPORTANT: CSF membership
applications are due
TO ME IN PERSON BEFORE Thursday, September 13 by 1:00 PM, no exceptions. Get
application and course lists
from Dr. Torrance in Room 10. Fill out the application and return it, a copy of your grade
report for Spring,
2007, and a check payable to UHS for 10 dollars. List your community service on the back of
the application (10
hours minimum). Also note: Life Membership requires membership 4 out of six semesters
from grades 10-12,
including at least one semester as a SENIOR. Freshmen CJSF members are automatically
accepted in CSF for the
first semester. All they need to do is fill out an application and show they were CJSF
members. They don't even
have to pay the $10.00 fee this semester. Questions: See Dr. Torrance IN ROOM 10 or call
278-0436.

Soccer Meeting has been cancelled
Today's soccer meeting to elect team captains has been cancelled. Stay tuned for further
news.

Science Olympiad Meeting There will be a Science Olympiad meeting on Wednesday,
September 12 in Dr.
Gettman's Room (Room 15) at 12:00. We will have elections for officers and discuss some of
the events.

. Student Activities [81-100]

Potential 2011 Class officers Attention Freshmen class of 2011. It is election time! Come by
Rm. 13 (Mrs.
Phannaphob's room) at lunch 12-12:30 to sign up (by Monday 9-10-07), if you are
interested in running for
President, Vice-president, Secretary/Treasurer, or Publicity Coordinator. Tuesday and
Wednesday are
campaigning days, the speeches will be given on Thursday (at the beginning of lunch) and
voting will take place
on Friday during the 2nd period (9-14-07). Be a part of your class and the community! Help
organize
fundraisers and the Sadie Hawkins dance!

2011candidates mtg. Potential Candidates for the 2011 officers. There will be an
informational mtg. today at
lunch in Rm 13 at 12:00 sharp. We will go over campaigning rules, etc. You have to be here
for the meeting to
run for office next week.

Car Wash
Sophomores Class car wash is this Saturday at the Ramada Inn on Shaw and 41 from 9:00am
- 3:00pm.
Please remember to return your ticket money and any unsold tickets to Mrs. Royce by
Wednesday 9/12.
Car wash supplies you signed up to bring should be delivered to Mr. D. Jones room between
Tuesday (9/11)
and Thursday (9/13).
If you have not yet signed up to help, please see Mrs. Royce. We have a few remaining needs.

Sophomore Class Field Trip
Bus money ($13) and signed permission slips are due by Friday September 21 to Ms. Casey. If
you have not yet
purchased your ticket ($10), please let Ms. Casey know immediately if you are planning to
go. Only a few tickets
remain. Unreserved tickets will be offered to a waiting list of juniors and seniors.
Teachers - If you and/or a spouse would like to help chaperone the sophomore field trip to
see the California
Shakespeare company performance of King Lear on October 12, we have a few free tickets
available. See Mrs.
Royce or Ms. Casey for details.

. College Info [121-140]

5 Days Left to Signup for the S. CA Colleges Field Trip Ms. Patterson and Dr. Torrance invite
all of you to join us
on a two day tour (October 24th and 25th) of various Southern California Colleges, including
Claremont
McKenna, UCLA, USC, and Cal Arts. The fee is $195, which includes hotel and transportation.
The deadline to
sign up is September 14th! Please see Ms. Patterson or Dr. Torrance for a flyer.

Duke, Georgetown, Harvard, Penn, and Stanford Info. Meeting An informational meeting will
be held on
Tuesday, September 18th at 7:30 p.m. (at the Holiday Inn Fresno- Airport) to describe each
of these institutions
and provide up-to-date information about selection practices, financial aid opportunities,
and other issues
related to selective college admissions. For more information, visit:
www.exploringcollegeoptions.org

Fresno Area College Night The 24th Annual Fresno Area College Night will be held on
September 12, 2007 from
6-9 p.m. at the Fresno Convention Center. This event gives students and their parents an
opportunity to speak
to representatives from more than 100 colleges, as well as to attend sessions on college
admissions and
financial aid, among others. Parking is $5.

Fresno Pacific University on Campus A representative from Fresno Pacific University will be in
Mrs.
Phannaphob's room at noon on 9/20 to discuss the numerous academic opportunities for
students at FPU,
including business, medicine, education, ministry and many other fields.

Mills College Visitation A representative from Mills College will be on campus at 1:00 p.m. on
9/13 (In Mr.
Daniel Jones' room) to discuss the opportunities available to women at Mills College in
Oakland, California.
Mills' curriculum is known for innovation. In more than 40 majors, fascinating courses will
challenge your
assumptions, provoke your thought, and stimulate your imagination. You might be drawn to
the College's
exceptional dance, music, and visual arts programs, finding yourself part of a tradition of
internationally
recognized study and performance. You might immerse yourself in ethnic studies, taking
advantage of
fieldwork opportunities in the extraordinarily diverse Oakland area. In the College's English
program, you might
explore workshops in creative writing taught by published authors. If you're passionate about
science, you
might gravitate to the biochemistry and molecular biology program or to the natural-science
approach to
psychology, which includes one of the few undergraduate courses in the nation on
attachment theory.

If your interests combine multiple disciplines not covered by an established Mills major,
perhaps you'll want to
design your own. Whatever your interests, you'll have opportunities to take courses in many
disciplines. At
Mills, exploration is encouraged at all levels.

Any students who have a class during this time may see Ms. Patterson to obtain a permission
slip to attend this
event.

St. Mary's College Visitation A representative from St Mary's will be on campus on 9/13 at
noon to visit
prospective students. Stop by Mrs. Phannaphob's room to hear more about their liberals arts
curriculum and the
unique opportunities for students during "January Term," including an in-depth, accelerated
exploration of
topics like intensive Japanese, enterpreneurship, or writing a young adult novel. January Term
classes have also
contributed to the rebuilding of New Orleans, explored the continuing effects of apartheid in
South Africa,
critiqued movies at the Sundance Film Festival, and explored the biodiversity of South
America.

University of the Pacific Visitation University of the Pacific will be on campus on 9/12 from
12:00-1:00 in Mrs.
Phannaphob's classroom. Sto by to learn more about their music conservatory or one of the
accelerate
programs below:

1) Five-Year Bachelor's and MBA
2) Three-Year Bachelor's program in Dental Hygeine
3) Five-, Six-, and Seven-Year Bachelor's and DDS
4) Four-Year Bachelor's and CA. Teaching Credential
5) Pharmacy: Five-, Six-, and Seven-Year Bachelor's and MD
6) Speech-Language Pathology - Five- and Six-Year Bachelor's and doctorate
7) Six-Year Bachelor's and JD
8) International Studies Three-semester MA in International Relations School of International
Studies

Dominican University of California on Campus A representative from Domincan College of
California will be in
Mrs. Phannaphob's room at noon on Friday, 9/14 to discuss all of the exciting opportunities
available to their
students. In the sciences for example, the University excels at involving undergraduates in
sophisticated
research projects that enable students to present at national academic conferences and
publish alongside their
faculty mentors in peer- reviewed journals. In the humanities, students can combine dance
and musical
performance with the study of philosophy, literature, world cultures, and religion. Dominican
also offers strong
undergraduate professional programs in business, education, and nursing, in addition to
graduate offerings in
these disciplines as well as counseling psychology and occupational therapy. Come find out
why the U.S. News
& World Report ranks Dominican University of California in the top tier of "Western
Universities - Master's."

University of San Francisco on Campus Monday, 9/10 A representative from the University of
San Francisco will
be in Mr. Canfield's room on Monday at 8:00 a.m. to discuss opportunities for students at
USF, including their
3/2 Engineering, 4+3 Law Program, and Business Honors Cohort Program. If you are
scheduled for a UHS class
at this time, please see Ms. Patterson for a permission slip to be excused from class to attend
this event.

Brown, Columbia, University of Chicago, Cornell and Rice - In Fresno!! Juniors or seniors who
may be interested
in applying to one or more of these colleges should plan to attend an informational meeting
on Monday,
September 10th at 7:30 p.m. at the Picadilly Inn on 4961 N. Cedar Ave. Please RSVP at:
www.exploringeducationalexcellence.org

California State University East Bay Information Session You and your family are invited to a
Cal State Esat Bay
Information Session at the Double Tree Hotel in Modesto on September 15th from 10-11:30
a.m. Please RSVP
at: (510) 885-3214

University of Pennsylvania Information Session The University of Pennsylvania Office of
UNdergraduate
Admissions invites you and your parents to attend an information session about Penn.
Sessions will be held on
Monday, September 24, 2007, at 7:30 p.m. at the Santa Clara Marriott; Tuesday, September
25, 2007, at the
Crowne Plaza Hotel (Union Square) in San Francisco; and Monday, October 8, 2007, at the
Rockridge Branch
Library in Oakland, CA. All presentations will be held at 7:30 p.m.

. Scholarship Info [141-160]

Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund The Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund at FResno State is
accepting applications for
a $1000 scholarship to be awarded to a student in the 2008-2009 academic year. The BPF
scholarship criteria
is that a FResno State student or incoming or returning student with good academic standing
that has
demonstrated pride in the community be selected as its recipient. For more details, visit:
www.bulldogpride.org

University High School Bulletin for Friday, September 7, 2007

. Parent Notices [21-40]

Back to school Night
Parents are invited to the UHS annual back to school night Monday Sept. 10
Parking will be relaxed in Lot D only. If you park elsewhere on campus the appropriate
parking pass must be
displayed.
6:00-6:45 Meeting for Parents of Seniors in Room 17
6:50-7:00 Period 1
7:04-7:14 Period 2
7:18-7:28 Period 3
7:32-7:42 Period 4
7:46-7:56 Period 6
8:00-8:10 Period 7
8:10-8:30 Performance group visits
Mr. Lapp: Room 17
Mr. Malcolm: Room 18
Mr. Jones: Room 2/3

Phoenix Alliance Meeting on Septeber 13
A Phoenix Alliance Board meeting is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 13 at 7:00 P.M. in Room
18. All are welcome!
Phoenix Alliance is the parent/teacher/community support group for University High School.
If you are a parent
who has not already joined, pick-up a pink membership form in the UHS Office or at Back to
School Night.
Please join Phoenix Alliance and support the student activities at UHS!

College of Arts and Humanities Lecture Dr. Diana Meehan , co-founder of the Archer School
for Girls, will be
speaking at the Wahlberg Recital Hall from 6-7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 26th.
Students are encouraged
to attend this lecture to learn more about Meehan's research regarding how girls learn best.

INTERESTED IN CARPOOLING? Parents and students, are you looking for a Rideshare partner?
Someone to help
take turns bringing your student to school? Stop by the office to pick up a list of potential
contacts.

. General Announcements [41-60]

Correction on Yearbook Flyer Please note: The flyer sent home regarding Yearbook Sales was
incorrect. You
may reserve your copy of the yearbook for $50 UNTIL September 15th! After September 15th,
the price will be
$60.00. Sorry for any inconvenience. Please e-mail Mrs. Bennett at nbennett@csufresno.edu
if you have any
further questions.

SAT Question of the Day - Answer The answer is (A)

PSAT Fees All freshmen, sophomores, and juniors will be taking the PSAT on Wednesday,
October 17th. In order
to receive your scores for this exam, you must submit the $14 test fee to your English
instructor by Friday,
October 12th. English teacehrs will begin collecting fees on Monday, September 17th. Checks
should be made
payable to "University High School."

Soccer Meeting Soccer players, we will have a meeting Monday the 10th at 12:15 in room 18
to vote for team
captains for the boys and girls soccer team

. Clubs [61-80]

Amnest International Club - New Announcement Everyone interested in joining the Amnesty
International Club
please sign up in the Latin II room! Our first meeting will be held next week on Tuesday
during lunch (from
12:00 to 1:00.) Free pizza at the meeting. On Tuesday we will be confirming members,
talking about how to
write letters, and getting our first prompt. Be there!

YEARBOOK MEETING DON'T FORGET! VERY IMPORTANT YEARBOOK STAFF MEETING,
MONDAY, AT LUNCH IN RM.
7 (BENNETT). WE WILL VOTE ON THIS YEAR'S COVER, THEME, AND DEDICATION!

ASB Meeting
Today at 12:20 the ASB will meet in room 18. We will be starting our fundraiser today. We
also have popscicles
for everyone that is at the meeting (or as long as they last). Remember 2nd period reps, club
reps and anyone
interested can come to the meetings. See you there.

CSF and Creative Writing Start Meetings!!! Any students interested in Creative Writing Club
should come to the
meeting on Tuesday, September 4, 2007 at 12:15 P.M. in Room 10. Any students interested
in CSF should come
to the CSF meeting on Thursday, September 6, 2007 at 12:15 P.M. in Room 10. We will talk
about membership
and application information at this very important meeting! IMPORTANT: CSF membership
applications are due
TO ME IN PERSON BEFORE Thursday, September 13 by 1:00 PM, no exceptions. Get
application and course lists
from Dr. Torrance in Room 10. Fill out the application and return it, a copy of your grade
report for Spring,
2007, and a check payable to UHS for 10 dollars. List your community service on the back of
the application (10
hours minimum). Also note: Life Membership requires membership 4 out of six semesters
from grades 10-12,
including at least one semester as a SENIOR. Freshmen CJSF members are automatically
accepted in CSF for the
first semester. All they need to do is fill out an application and show they were CJSF
members. They don't even
have to pay the $10.00 fee this semester. Questions: See Dr. Torrance IN ROOM 10 or call
278-0436.

Science Olympiad Meeting There will be a Science Olympiad meeting on Wednesday,
September 12 in Dr.
Gettman's Room (Room 15) at 12:00. We will have elections for officers and discuss some of
the events.

. Student Activities [81-100]

Potential 2011 Class officers Attention Freshmen class of 2011. It is election time! Come by
Rm. 13 (Mrs.
Phannaphob's room) at lunch 12-12:30 to sign up (by Monday 9-10-07), if you are
interested in running for
President, Vice-president, Secretary/Treasurer, or Publicity Coordinator. Tuesday and
Wednesday are
campaigning days, the speeches will be given on Thursday (at the beginning of lunch) and
voting will take place
on Friday during the 2nd period (9-14-07). Be a part of your class and the community! Help
organize
fundraisers and the Sadie Hawkins dance!

. College Info [121-140]

Only 10 Days Left to Sign Up for the Overnight College Tour Ms. Patterson and Dr. Torrance
invite all of you to
join us on a two day tour (October 24th and 25th) of various Southern California Colleges,
including Claremont
McKenna, UCLA, USC, and Cal Arts. The fee is $195, which includes hotel and transportation.
The deadline to
sign up is September 14th! Please see Ms. Patterson or Dr. Torrance for a flyer.

Duke, Georgetown, Harvard, Penn, and Stanford Info. Meeting An informational meeting will
be held on
Tuesday, September 18th at 7:30 p.m. (at the Holiday Inn Fresno- Airport) to describe each
of these institutions
and provide up-to-date information about selection practices, financial aid opportunities,
and other issues
related to selective college admissions. For more information, visit:
www.exploringcollegeoptions.org

Chico Preview Day Chico State's Preview Day will be held on October 27th. At this all-day
event guests will tour
campus, take a trolley tour of the city, visit the residence halls, as well as meet with reps.
from various
academic departments. If you have questions, call: 1-800-542-4426.

Fresno Area College Night The 24th Annual Fresno Area College Night will be held on
September 12, 2007 from
6-9 p.m. at the Fresno Convention Center. This event gives students and their parents an
opportunity to speak
to representatives from more than 100 colleges, as well as to attend sessions on college
admissions and
financial aid, among others. Parking is $5.

Fresno Pacific University on Campus A representative from Fresno Pacific University will be in
Mrs.
Phannaphob's room at noon on 9/20 to discuss the numerous academic opportunities for
students at FPU,
including business, medicine, education, ministry and many other fields.

Mills College Visitation A representative from Mills College will be on campus at 1:00 p.m. on
9/13 (In Mr.
Daniel Jones' room) to discuss the opportunities available to women at Mills College in
Oakland, California.
Mills' curriculum is known for innovation. In more than 40 majors, fascinating courses will
challenge your
assumptions, provoke your thought, and stimulate your imagination. You might be drawn to
the College's
exceptional dance, music, and visual arts programs, finding yourself part of a tradition of
internationally
recognized study and performance. You might immerse yourself in ethnic studies, taking
advantage of
fieldwork opportunities in the extraordinarily diverse Oakland area. In the College's English
program, you might
explore workshops in creative writing taught by published authors. If you're passionate about
science, you
might gravitate to the biochemistry and molecular biology program or to the natural-science
approach to
psychology, which includes one of the few undergraduate courses in the nation on
attachment theory.

If your interests combine multiple disciplines not covered by an established Mills major,
perhaps you'll want to
design your own. Whatever your interests, you'll have opportunities to take courses in many
disciplines. At
Mills, exploration is encouraged at all levels.

Any students who have a class during this time may see Ms. Patterson to obtain a permission
slip to attend this
event.

St. Mary's College Visitation A representative from St Mary's will be on campus on 9/13 at
noon to visit
prospective students. Stop by Mrs. Phannaphob's room to hear more about their liberals arts
curriculum and the
unique opportunities for students during "January Term," including an in-depth, accelerated
exploration of
topics like intensive Japanese, enterpreneurship, or writing a young adult novel. January Term
classes have also
contributed to the rebuilding of New Orleans, explored the continuing effects of apartheid in
South Africa,
critiqued movies at the Sundance Film Festival, and explored the biodiversity of South
America.

University of the Pacific Visitation University of the Pacific will be on campus on 9/12 from
12:00-1:00 in Mrs.
Phannaphob's classroom. Sto by to learn more about their music conservatory or one of the
accelerate
programs below:

1) Five-Year Bachelor's and MBA
2) Three-Year Bachelor's program in Dental Hygeine
3) Five-, Six-, and Seven-Year Bachelor's and DDS
4) Four-Year Bachelor's and CA. Teaching Credential
5) Pharmacy: Five-, Six-, and Seven-Year Bachelor's and MD
6) Speech-Language Pathology - Five- and Six-Year Bachelor's and doctorate
7) Six-Year Bachelor's and JD
8) International Studies Three-semester MA in International Relations School of International
Studies

Dominican University of California on Campus A representative from Domincan College of
California will be in
Mrs. Phannaphob's room at noon on Friday, 9/14 to discuss all of the exciting opportunities
available to their
students. In the sciences for example, the University excels at involving undergraduates in
sophisticated
research projects that enable students to present at national academic conferences and
publish alongside their
faculty mentors in peer- reviewed journals. In the humanities, students can combine dance
and musical
performance with the study of philosophy, literature, world cultures, and religion. Dominican
also offers strong
undergraduate professional programs in business, education, and nursing, in addition to
graduate offerings in
these disciplines as well as counseling psychology and occupational therapy. Come find out
why the U.S. News
& World Report ranks Dominican University of California in the top tier of "Western
Universities - Master's."

University of San Francisco on Campus Monday, 9/10 A representative from the University of
San Francisco will
be in Mr. Canfield's room on Monday at 8:00 a.m. to discuss opportunities for students at
USF, including their
3/2 Engineering, 4+3 Law Program, and Business Honors Cohort Program. If you are
scheduled for a UHS class
at this time, please see Ms. Patterson for a permission slip to be excused from class to attend
this event.

Brown, Columbia, University of Chicago, Cornell and Rice - In Fresno!! Juniors or seniors who
may be interested
in applying to one or more of these colleges should plan to attend an informational meeting
on Monday,
September 10th at 7:30 p.m. at the Picadilly Inn on 4961 N. Cedar Ave. Please RSVP at:
www.exploringeducationalexcellence.org

California State University East Bay Information Session You and your family are invited to a
Cal State Esat Bay
Information Session at the Double Tree Hotel in Modesto on September 15th from 10-11:30
a.m. Please RSVP
at: (510) 885-3214

. Scholarship Info [141-160]

Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund The Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund at FResno State is
accepting applications for
a $1000 scholarship to be awarded to a student in the 2008-2009 academic year. The BPF
scholarship criteria
is that a FResno State student or incoming or returning student with good academic standing
that has
demonstrated pride in the community be selected as its recipient. For more details, visit:
www.bulldogpride.org

University High School Bulletin for Thursday, September 6, 2007

. Parent Notices [21-40]

Back to school Night
Parents are invited to the UHS annual back to school night Monday Sept. 10
Parking will be relaxed in Lot D only. If you park elsewhere on campus the appropriate
parking pass must be
displayed.
6:00-6:45 Meeting for Parents of Seniors in Room 17
6:50-7:00 Period 1
7:04-7:14 Period 2
7:18-7:28 Period 3
7:32-7:42 Period 4
7:46-7:56 Period 6
8:00-8:10 Period 7
8:10-8:30 Performance group visits
Mr. Lapp: Room 17
Mr. Malcolm: Room 18
Mr. Jones: Room 2/3

Phoenix Alliance Meeting on Septeber 13
A Phoenix Alliance Board meeting is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 13 at 7:00 P.M. in Room
18. All are welcome!
Phoenix Alliance is the parent/teacher/community support group for University High School.
If you are a parent
who has not already joined, pick-up a pink membership form in the UHS Office or at Back to
School Night.
Please join Phoenix Alliance and support the student activities at UHS!

College of Arts and Humanities Lecture Dr. Diana Meehan , co-founder of the Archer School
for Girls, will be
speaking at the Wahlberg Recital Hall from 6-7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 26th.
Students are encouraged
to attend this lecture to learn more about Meehan's research regarding how girls learn best.

. General Announcements [41-60]

Attention: Peer Mentor Meeting There will be a Peer Mentor meeting for all the Jr. and Sr. Peer
Mentors on
Thursday, September 6th. 2007 in Mr. Johnson's room #11 from 12:00 noon to 12:40 PM.
Please bring a copy
of your mentees and their contact information with you. Thank you and see you there. Ms.
Hill and Mr. Johnson.

SAT Question of the Day - Answer The answer is (A)

PSAT Fees All freshmen, sophomores, and juniors will be taking the PSAT on Wednesday,
October 17th. In order
to receive your scores for this exam, you must submit the $14 test fee to your English
instructor by Friday,
October 12th. English teacehrs will begin collecting fees on Monday, September 17th. Checks
should be made
payable to "University High School."

. Clubs [61-80]

Amnest International Club - New Announcement Everyone interested in joining the Amnesty
International Club
please sign up in the Latin II room! Our first meeting will be held next week on Tuesday
during lunch (from
12:00 to 1:00.) Free pizza at the meeting. On Tuesday we will be confirming members,
talking about how to
write letters, and getting our first prompt. Be there!

CSF and Creative Writing Start Meetings!!! Any students interested in Creative Writing Club
should come to the
meeting on Tuesday, September 4, 2007 at 12:15 P.M. in Room 10. Any students interested
in CSF should come
to the CSF meeting on Thursday, September 6, 2007 at 12:15 P.M. in Room 10. We will talk
about membership
and application information at this very important meeting! IMPORTANT: CSF membership
applications are due
TO ME IN PERSON BEFORE Thursday, September 13 by 1:00 PM, no exceptions. Get
application and course lists
from Dr. Torrance in Room 10. Fill out the application and return it, a copy of your grade
report for Spring,
2007, and a check payable to UHS for 10 dollars. List your community service on the back of
the application (10
hours minimum). Also note: Life Membership requires membership 4 out of six semesters
from grades 10-12,
including at least one semester as a SENIOR. Freshmen CJSF members are automatically
accepted in CSF for the
first semester. All they need to do is fill out an application and show they were CJSF
members. They don't even
have to pay the $10.00 fee this semester. Questions: See Dr. Torrance IN ROOM 10 or call
278-0436.

. Student Activities [81-100]

Potential 2011 Class officers Attention Freshmen class of 2011. It is election time! Come by
Rm. 13 (Mrs.
Phannaphob's room) at lunch 12-12:30 to sign up (by Monday 9-10-07), if you are
interested in running for
President, Vice-president, Secretary/Treasurer, or Publicity Coordinator. Tuesday and
Wednesday are
campaigning days, the speeches will be given on Thursday (at the beginning of lunch) and
voting will take place
on Friday during the 2nd period (9-14-07). Be a part of your class and the community! Help
organize
fundraisers and the Sadie Hawkins dance!

. College Info [121-140]

Only 10 Days Left to Sign Up for the Overnight College Tour Ms. Patterson and Dr. Torrance
invite all of you to
join us on a two day tour (October 24th and 25th) of various Southern California Colleges,
including Claremont
McKenna, UCLA, USC, and Cal Arts. The fee is $195, which includes hotel and transportation.
The deadline to
sign up is September 14th! Please see Ms. Patterson or Dr. Torrance for a flyer.

Duke, Georgetown, Harvard, Penn, and Stanford Info. Meeting An informational meeting will
be held on
Tuesday, September 18th at 7:30 p.m. (at the Holiday Inn Fresno- Airport) to describe each
of these institutions
and provide up-to-date information about selection practices, financial aid opportunities,
and other issues
related to selective college admissions. For more information, visit:
www.exploringcollegeoptions.org

Chico Preview Day Chico State's Preview Day will be held on October 27th. At this all-day
event guests will tour
campus, take a trolley tour of the city, visit the residence halls, as well as meet with reps.
from various
academic departments. If you have questions, call: 1-800-542-4426.

Fresno Area College Night The 24th Annual Fresno Area College Night will be held on
September 12, 2007 from
6-9 p.m. at the Fresno Convention Center. This event gives students and their parents an
opportunity to speak
to representatives from more than 100 colleges, as well as to attend sessions on college
admissions and
financial aid, among others. Parking is $5.

Fresno Pacific University on Campus A representative from Fresno Pacific University will be in
Mrs.
Phannaphob's room at noon on 9/20 to discuss the numerous academic opportunities for
students at FPU,
including business, medicine, education, ministry and many other fields.

Mills College Visitation A representative from Mills College will be on campus at 1:00 p.m. on
9/13 (In Mr.
Daniel Jones' room) to discuss the opportunities available to women at Mills College in
Oakland, California.
Mills' curriculum is known for innovation. In more than 40 majors, fascinating courses will
challenge your
assumptions, provoke your thought, and stimulate your imagination. You might be drawn to
the College's
exceptional dance, music, and visual arts programs, finding yourself part of a tradition of
internationally
recognized study and performance. You might immerse yourself in ethnic studies, taking
advantage of
fieldwork opportunities in the extraordinarily diverse Oakland area. In the College's English
program, you might
explore workshops in creative writing taught by published authors. If you're passionate about
science, you
might gravitate to the biochemistry and molecular biology program or to the natural-science
approach to
psychology, which includes one of the few undergraduate courses in the nation on
attachment theory.

If your interests combine multiple disciplines not covered by an established Mills major,
perhaps you'll want to
design your own. Whatever your interests, you'll have opportunities to take courses in many
disciplines. At
Mills, exploration is encouraged at all levels.

Any students who have a class during this time may see Ms. Patterson to obtain a permission
slip to attend this
event.

St. Mary's College Visitation A representative from St Mary's will be on campus on 9/13 at
noon to visit
prospective students. Stop by Mrs. Phannaphob's room to hear more about their liberals arts
curriculum and the
unique opportunities for students during "January Term," including an in-depth, accelerated
exploration of
topics like intensive Japanese, enterpreneurship, or writing a young adult novel. January Term
classes have also
contributed to the rebuilding of New Orleans, explored the continuing effects of apartheid in
South Africa,
critiqued movies at the Sundance Film Festival, and explored the biodiversity of South
America.

University of the Pacific Visitation University of the Pacific will be on campus on 9/12 from
12:00-1:00 in Mrs.
Phannaphob's classroom. Sto by to learn more about their music conservatory or one of the
accelerate
programs below:

1) Five-Year Bachelor's and MBA
2) Three-Year Bachelor's program in Dental Hygeine
3) Five-, Six-, and Seven-Year Bachelor's and DDS
4) Four-Year Bachelor's and CA. Teaching Credential
5) Pharmacy: Five-, Six-, and Seven-Year Bachelor's and MD
6) Speech-Language Pathology - Five- and Six-Year Bachelor's and doctorate
7) Six-Year Bachelor's and JD
8) International Studies Three-semester MA in International Relations School of International
Studies

Dominican University of California on Campus A representative from Domincan College of
California will be in
Mrs. Phannaphob's room at noon on Friday, 9/14 to discuss all of the exciting opportunities
available to their
students. In the sciences for example, the University excels at involving undergraduates in
sophisticated
research projects that enable students to present at national academic conferences and
publish alongside their
faculty mentors in peer- reviewed journals. In the humanities, students can combine dance
and musical
performance with the study of philosophy, literature, world cultures, and religion. Dominican
also offers strong
undergraduate professional programs in business, education, and nursing, in addition to
graduate offerings in
these disciplines as well as counseling psychology and occupational therapy. Come find out
why the U.S. News
& World Report ranks Dominican University of California in the top tier of "Western
Universities - Master's."

University of San Francisco on Campus Monday, 9/10 A representative from the University of
San Francisco will
be in Mr. Canfield's room on Monday at 8:00 a.m. to discuss opportunities for students at
USF, including their
3/2 Engineering, 4+3 Law Program, and Business Honors Cohort Program. If you are
scheduled for a UHS class
at this time, please see Ms. Patterson for a permission slip to be excused from class to attend
this event.

Brown, Columbia, University of Chicago, Cornell and Rice - In Fresno!! Juniors or seniors who
may be interested
in applying to one or more of these colleges should plan to attend an informational meeting
on Monday,
September 10th at 7:30 p.m. at the Picadilly Inn on 4961 N. Cedar Ave. Please RSVP at:
www.exploringeducationalexcellence.org

. Scholarship Info [141-160]

Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund The Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund at FResno State is
accepting applications for
a $1000 scholarship to be awarded to a student in the 2008-2009 academic year. The BPF
scholarship criteria
is that a FResno State student or incoming or returning student with good academic standing
that has
demonstrated pride in the community be selected as its recipient. For more details, visit:
www.bulldogpride.org

Potential 2011 Class officers Attention Freshmen class of 2011. It is election time! Come by
Rm. 13 (Mrs.
Phannaphob's room) at lunch 12-12:30 to sign up (by Monday 9-10-07), if you are
interested in running for
President, Vice-president, Secretary/Treasurer, or Publicity Coordinator. Tuesday and
Wednesday are
campaigning days, the speeches will be given on Thursday (at the beginning of lunch) and
voting will take place
on Friday during the 2nd period (9-14-07). Be a part of your class and the community! Help
organize
fundraisers and the Sadie Hawkins dance!

University High School Bulletin for Wednesday, September 5, 2007

. Parent Notices [21-40]

Student Drop Off
Parents - it is very important that you pull out of traffic to let students off. Do not stop on
Keats Ave. to drop
off or pickup passengers. You may pull into Lot D and use an empty parking stall. The white
parking zone near
the student health center or the Maple Ave. turnaround may be used as well. Please obey all
Fresno State traffic
regulations and help us keep all students safe.

College of Arts and Humanities Lecture Dr. Diana Meehan , co-founder of the Archer School
for Girls, will be
speaking at the Wahlberg Recital Hall from 6-7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 26th.
Students are encouraged
to attend this lecture to learn more about Meehan's research regarding how girls learn best.

Back to school Night
Parents are invited to the UHS annual back to school night Monday Sept. 10
Parking will be relaxed in Lot D only. If you park elsewhere on campus the appropriate
parking pass must be
displayed.
6:00-6:45 Meeting for Parents of Seniors in Room 17
6:50-7:00 Period 1
7:04-7:14 Period 2
7:18-7:28 Period 3
7:32-7:42 Period 4
7:46-7:56 Period 6
8:00-8:10 Period 7
8:10-8:30 Performance group visits
Mr. Lapp: Room 17
Mr. Malcolm: Room 18
Mr. Jones: Room 2/3

. General Announcements [41-60]

Attention: Peer Mentor Meeting There will be a Peer Mentor meeting for all the Jr. and Sr. Peer
Mentors on
Thursday, September 6th. 2007 in Mr. Johnson's room #11 from 12:00 noon to 12:40 PM.
Please bring a copy
of your mentees and their contact information with you. Thank you and see you there. Ms.
Hill and Mr. Johnson.

SAT Question of the Day - Answer The answer is (B)

PSAT Fees All freshmen, sophomores, and juniors will be taking the PSAT on Wednesday,
October 17th. In order
to receive your scores for this exam, you must submit the $14 test fee to your English
instructor by Friday,
October 12th. English teacehrs will begin collecting fees on Monday, September 17th. Checks
should be made
payable to "University High School."

Lunch Options
Tired of long lines at lunch?
The satellite student union offers prepackaged sandwiches, salads, wraps, and pizzas along
with drinks and
other snack foods. The line at noon on Thursday was only one person long.

Hot Dogs and Pizza You may purchase Hot Dogs, Polish Dogs, or Pizza to help support the
Drama club in
purchasing new audio equipment. They will be on sale in front of 2/3 at lunch.

Soccer Meeting Soccer meeting at lunch in front of room 18 at 12:15 for all those interested
in joining either
outdoor or indoor soccer this year.

. Clubs [61-80]

Amnest International Club - New Announcement Everyone interested in joining the Amnesty
International Club
please sign up in the Latin II room! Our first meeting will be held next week on Tuesday
during lunch (from
12:00 to 1:00.) Free pizza at the meeting. On Tuesday we will be confirming members,
talking about how to
write letters, and getting our first prompt. Be there!

Attention to all students interested in joining the Sevice Club Students who are interested in
joining the Service
Club will want to attend the "Comunity Service Opportunity Fair" put on by CSUF on
Wednesday, September 5,
2007 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. It will be in the grass area just south of the Kennel
Bookstore, be sure to
check it out. You may find the organization you may want to volunteer for or get some ideas
for your own
service club project. The first service club meeting will be announced soon. Thank you for
your interest. Ms.
Hill- Room #19

CSF and Creative Writing Start Meetings!!! Any students interested in Creative Writing Club
should come to the
meeting on Tuesday, September 4, 2007 at 12:15 P.M. in Room 10. Any students interested
in CSF should come
to the CSF meeting on Thursday, September 6, 2007 at 12:15 P.M. in Room 10. We will talk
about membership
and application information at this very important meeting! IMPORTANT: CSF membership
applications are due
TO ME IN PERSON BEFORE Thursday, September 13 by 1:00 PM, no exceptions. Get
application and course lists
from Dr. Torrance in Room 10. Fill out the application and return it, a copy of your grade
report for Spring,
2007, and a check payable to UHS for 10 dollars. List your community service on the back of
the application (10
hours minimum). Also note: Life Membership requires membership 4 out of six semesters
from grades 10-12,
including at least one semester as a SENIOR. Freshmen CJSF members are automatically
accepted in CSF for the
first semester. All they need to do is fill out an application and show they were CJSF
members. They don't even
have to pay the $10.00 fee this semester. Questions: See Dr. Torrance IN ROOM 10 or call
278-0436.

Drama Student Meeting
A very important meeting for all drama students will be help Wed. Sept. 5th from 5:00 to
5:20. Students who
cannot attend should check in with Mr. Day before they leave for the day.

. Student Activities [81-100]

Senior T-Shirt Designs Needed! Seniors, your creativity and wit are needed! You are invited to
submit design
ideas for this year's senior t-shirt to Josh Cantu by Tuesday, September 5. Though you can
submit an idea on
paper, it would be preferable to save your design as a .pdf file and e-mail it to Josh at
prayerbike@yahoo.com.

. Community Opportunities [101-120]

Community Service Opportunities Fair Representatives from various non-profit organizations
will provide
information on volunteer opportunities from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sept. 5th (in the grass area
just South of the
Kennel Bookstore).

. College Info [121-140]

Only 10 Days Left to Sign Up for the Overnight College Tour Ms. Patterson and Dr. Torrance
invite all of you to
join us on a two day tour (October 24th and 25th) of various Southern California Colleges,
including Claremont
McKenna, UCLA, USC, and Cal Arts. The fee is $195, which includes hotel and transportation.
The deadline to
sign up is September 14th! Please see Ms. Patterson or Dr. Torrance for a flyer.

Duke, Georgetown, Harvard, Penn, and Stanford Info. Meeting An informational meeting will
be held on
Tuesday, September 18th at 7:30 p.m. (at the Holiday Inn Fresno- Airport) to describe each
of these institutions
and provide up-to-date information about selection practices, financial aid opportunities,
and other issues
related to selective college admissions. For more information, visit:
www.exploringcollegeoptions.org

Chico Preview Day Chico State's Preview Day will be held on October 27th. At this all-day
event guests will tour
campus, take a trolley tour of the city, visit the residence halls, as well as meet with reps.
from various
academic departments. If you have questions, call: 1-800-542-4426.

Fresno Area College Night The 24th Annual Fresno Area College Night will be held on
September 12, 2007 from
6-9 p.m. at the Fresno Convention Center. This event gives students and their parents an
opportunity to speak
to representatives from more than 100 colleges, as well as to attend sessions on college
admissions and
financial aid, among others. Parking is $5.

Fresno Pacific University on Campus A representative from Fresno Pacific University will be in
Mrs.
Phannaphob's room at noon on 9/20 to discuss the numerous academic opportunities for
students at FPU,
including business, medicine, education, ministry and many other fields.

Mills College Visitation A representative from Mills College will be on campus at 1:00 p.m. on
9/13 (In Mr.
Daniel Jones' room) to discuss the opportunities available to women at Mills College in
Oakland, California.
Mills' curriculum is known for innovation. In more than 40 majors, fascinating courses will
challenge your
assumptions, provoke your thought, and stimulate your imagination. You might be drawn to
the College's
exceptional dance, music, and visual arts programs, finding yourself part of a tradition of
internationally
recognized study and performance. You might immerse yourself in ethnic studies, taking
advantage of
fieldwork opportunities in the extraordinarily diverse Oakland area. In the College's English
program, you might
explore workshops in creative writing taught by published authors. If you're passionate about
science, you
might gravitate to the biochemistry and molecular biology program or to the natural-science
approach to
psychology, which includes one of the few undergraduate courses in the nation on
attachment theory.

If your interests combine multiple disciplines not covered by an established Mills major,
perhaps you'll want to
design your own. Whatever your interests, you'll have opportunities to take courses in many
disciplines. At
Mills, exploration is encouraged at all levels.

Any students who have a class during this time may see Ms. Patterson to obtain a permission
slip to attend this
event.

St. Mary's College Visitation A representative from St Mary's will be on campus on 9/13 at
noon to visit
prospective students. Stop by Mrs. Phannaphob's room to hear more about their liberals arts
curriculum and the
unique opportunities for students during "January Term," including an in-depth, accelerated
exploration of
topics like intensive Japanese, enterpreneurship, or writing a young adult novel. January Term
classes have also
contributed to the rebuilding of New Orleans, explored the continuing effects of apartheid in
South Africa,
critiqued movies at the Sundance Film Festival, and explored the biodiversity of South
America.

University of the Pacific Visitation University of the Pacific will be on campus on 9/12 from
12:00-1:00 in Mrs.
Phannaphob's classroom. Sto by to learn more about their music conservatory or one of the
accelerate
programs below:

1) Five-Year Bachelor's and MBA
2) Three-Year Bachelor's program in Dental Hygeine
3) Five-, Six-, and Seven-Year Bachelor's and DDS
4) Four-Year Bachelor's and CA. Teaching Credential
5) Pharmacy: Five-, Six-, and Seven-Year Bachelor's and MD
6) Speech-Language Pathology - Five- and Six-Year Bachelor's and doctorate
7) Six-Year Bachelor's and JD
8) International Studies Three-semester MA in International Relations School of International
Studies

Dominican University of California on Campus A representative from Domincan College of
California will be in
Mrs. Phannaphob's room at noon on Friday, 9/14 to discuss all of the exciting opportunities
available to their
students. In the sciences for example, the University excels at involving undergraduates in
sophisticated
research projects that enable students to present at national academic conferences and
publish alongside their
faculty mentors in peer- reviewed journals. In the humanities, students can combine dance
and musical
performance with the study of philosophy, literature, world cultures, and religion. Dominican
also offers strong
undergraduate professional programs in business, education, and nursing, in addition to
graduate offerings in
these disciplines as well as counseling psychology and occupational therapy. Come find out
why the U.S. News
& World Report ranks Dominican University of California in the top tier of "Western
Universities - Master's."

University of San Francisco on Campus Monday, 9/10 A representative from the University of
San Francisco will
be in Mr. Canfield's room on Monday at 8:00 a.m. to discuss opportunities for students at
USF, including their
3/2 Engineering, 4+3 Law Program, and Business Honors Cohort Program. If you are
scheduled for a UHS class
at this time, please see Ms. Patterson for a permission slip to be excused from class to attend
this event.

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Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund The Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund at FResno State is
accepting applications for
a $1000 scholarship to be awarded to a student in the 2008-2009 academic year. The BPF
scholarship criteria
is that a FResno State student or incoming or returning student with good academic standing
that has
demonstrated pride in the community be selected as its recipient. For more details, visit:
www.bulldogpride.org