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y F eature 5,[2004 T he C lackamas P rint • 5 Cornelius gives in to teaching career, loves it Nic Delzell T he C lackamas P rint lepiijsenting the Clackamas lishlDcpartment, Instructor :a|Carncfius fell into teaching. It’s the one profession I was I did not want to do,” relius¡said. “Isn’t that crazy? I this job and honestly feel like ny professional ‘calling’ some- s—like no matter how hard 1 ■ not to go into teaching, I fell : into it, and happily so.” .ornqlius was very specific n she .described why she chose :ach English. Reading and writing help us erstand ourselves and each :r,” Cornelius said. “These xs make a positive difference in lives. Because through writing, find a voice and can express elves' in the world; be heard. iusc in literature, we read those kinds of voices; [we] gain under standing about our own lives and lives different from our own.” Cornelius has been a full-time instructor at Clackamas for two years now and has taught at a number of different universities, but prefers the community college setting. “I taught for three years as an adjunct instructor at—Are you ready for this? Portland State, Portland Community College, the University of Portland, Marylhurst University and Pacific University,” she said. “Not all at the same time, thankfully. Even though I had good experiences at all of those places, I much preferred teaching at the community college. The stu dent body tended to be more diverse, students seemed to speak up more for themselves in class, and the education really mattered to the community college students— they didn’t take it for granted, and many of the community college Pacific University, where she dou students were honestly changing ble-majored in literature and art their lives in really inspiring ways.” with a minor in creative writing. She Currently Cornelius teaches completed her master’s in English WR 121 and the English litera at Portland State with an emphasis on composition the ture sequence. ory and rhetoric, She will also be “[Teaching teaching Creative which Cornelius describes basically as Nonfiction is] the one Writing next fall writing. profession “I taught writ and , Native that I did not American ing classes while Literature next earning my master’s want to do. winter. degree, and I loved Isn't that the experience,” “Teaching English is incredi Cornelius said. crazy?" “Then, right after bly challenging Trista Cornelius graduation, I started and exhausting, English Instructor teaching writing for but equally inspir a variety of schools, ing and reward ing. 1 hope 1 do this for thirty Portland Community College in years, right? However, it’s not for particular.” She cites her favorite type of fic everyone and there is more that you can do with a degree in tion as creative nonfiction. “I like to hear people’s real stories, English,” she said. Cornelius graduated from how they deal with their fears and anxieties, what insights they gain from their experiences,” she said. In addition to her love of read ing, writing, art and movies, Cornelius also enjoys painting. She currently, resides in P-town, but grew up outside of Salem, calling herself sort of a “country kid.” However, she said she loves the diversity of the Rose City. “I love the city now ... being, able to walk to restaurants and cafés; all the theater, the music, the cultural events, public transporta tion and Ppwell’s Bookstore!” Cornelius has this bit of advice for any students thinking about a degree in English. “I really think you should take the classes that challenge and inspire you and see where it leads,” she said. “Be confident that it will all come together, and keep your eyes open for opportu nities—then pursue them when they’re presented to you.” C lub C orner mateur Astronomers: Letterboxers of North America: intact Karen Halliday at t. 2493 Contact Ann Goldade at ext. 2556 .A.-— A. New Style Icoholics Anonymous: LDS Student Association: intact ext. 2213 Contact Gordon Henderson at (503) 557-5862 CM Cjmstian Fellowship: Ornamental Horticulture: intact Beth England at 03)722-1'153 Contact Elizabeth Howley at ext. 2389 amMajCrusade for Christ: Pacific NW Clean Water Association: intact Andy Wheeler at 03) 655H568 imiMBCat Colony (7 C’s): intact Karin Redston at 03) 650-7881 Contact John Lewis at ext. 2206 Phi Theta Kappa: CC Cheer: Contact Dave Andersen at ext. 2743 intact Selma Cunningham at 03) 880-1108 Society of Manufacturing Engineers: ud|>(ursing Association: Contact Mike Matson at ext. 2483 intact Carol Thom at t. 2855 tiild Care Club: intact Lisa Harmon at 03)51319078 hrvsalis (Women’s Writers): intact Pat Lichen at 03) 655-5139 omputer Club: intact Karen Hunt at t. 2593 ¡Howship of Christian Athletes: intact Kathy Woods at t. 2418 ench Club: intact Heidi Cropsey at t. 2676 erman Club: intact Dick Stones at t. 2392 istorv Travel Club: intact Jackie Flowers at t. 2345 orticulture Club: intact Michael Jindrich at 03) 704-3126 Spanish Club: Contact Irma Bjerre at ext. 2381 Speech Club: Contact Kelly Brennan at ext. 2726 Student Art League: Contact Mollie Frey at ext. 2386 The Print: Contact Cyndee Mady or Cory Price at ext. 2309 The Rainbow Club: Contact Tara Sprehe at ext. 2625 Unidos Club: Contact Lupe Martinez at eXt. 2717 Writers Club: Contact Allen Widerburg at ext. 2359 Is there a God? LOOKING AT MOUNT RUSHMORE, COULD WE EVER believe that it came about by chance? Even given infinite tiinfc wind and rain, could those carvings ever be randomly formed on the side of a mountain? But what about the men themselves—Washington, Jefferson, Roosevelt, Lincoln? If the figures on Mount Rushmore are too complex to come about by chance, wouldn't the actual men be too complex to come about by chance? indeed* they weremuch more, complex than their mountainside counterparts. And what about you? Cbiild a carving of your likeness just appear on a mountain? If not, then how could the real you—with all yonr greater complexity—come about by chance? The complexity around us and within us points to a deliberate Designer who not only made us, but also sustains us today. But why would a God create us in the first place? The consistent message of the Bible is that God created us for the purpose of knowing him and finding our meaning and joy in him. To learn about who God is and what it's like to know God, read the section of the Bible called "John.” TO see more evidence for the existence of God, read the feature article “Is There a God?” at www.EvexyStudent.com. There« a God. ibu should know: I EverySttident.com To have your club listed or to have your listing updated, call ext. 2309 or drop by RR 135. Campus Crusade for Christ Thursday 12-1 R101 clackcc4c7@hotmail.com
