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Clackamas Print Feature 3 Wednesday, May 31, 2006 Domo arigato, Mister Baratte? transfer-level math course rath- Math 105- does not come just er than ‘waste their time’ by from the textbook, but also taking Math 95, even when from Baratto’s style of teach they need it. This leads to a ing, which he calls a combina For some students the only situation in which a student tion of passion, enthusiasm and mation they can remember fails Mathylll two or three a love for math and teaching. ■math > torture. Clackamas times before finally passing it “I tend to be rather infor [athematics Department Chair with a ‘C.’” mal in the classroom.” Baratto lefan Baratto desires to change If a student really learns the said,- “Students respond well it negative outlook by pro math as it happens in class they and enjoy class or at least enjoy ving non-science majors with wouldn’t need to study so hard it as much as they can enjoy I alternative to simply suffer- for their final exam, according math. I have received some g through math. to Baratto. nice responses on student eval “We wanted to construct a “However, many students uations over the years. We have jth course that was relevant end up getting through a math doubled the number of sec id would be fun for both stu- class in part by cramming tions in Math 105 that we offer mts and instructors.” Baratto for their final,” Baratto said. annually, giving students the “This leads opportunity to find an instruc id. Baratto calls to a situation tor whose personality and style jscreation Math where knowl work with them.” “Too many |5-a textbook- edge is gained According to Baratto, his [s course where in short-term overall goal in teaching others students are [dents can gain memory, but mathematics is to have fun. He not prepared any of the skills not long-term received his B achelor of General [Math 111, for the math memory. This Studies from the University of ich as rigorous student then Michigan in 1988, began his courses that faking, analysis enrolls in the teaching career in Brooklyn, they enroll in.” id logic, while next math NY, in 1989, and received his [dying math- course but no Master of Science in math from Stefan Baratto hatics that they longer retains the University of Oregon in Mathematics id relevant. the prerequi 1996. Baratto taught his first Department Chair “I think that site knowl college course at the UO in e biggest bar edge. Of 2003, and has been teaching at ks to student course, enter Clackamas Community College ccess in math are knowledge ing a math course without a for six years. rention and placement,” said good handle on prerequisite “I love what I do and feel latto. material gives a student very fortunate to have this opportu “Too many students are not little opportunity to succeed.” nity,” Baratto said. “My posi [pared for the math courses To the question of whether tion here at CCC definitely it they enroll in,” Baratto or not some students just don’t is the best job I’ve ever had. id. “A common complaint “get” math, Baratto enthusias This is a wonderful place to tong math teachers is that tically answers, “Everyone can be and the people here really dents insist on enrolling in learn a little more math!” care about what we do, and it ath 111 because this is a The relaxed atmosphere in shows.” like Kimberling jhe Clackamas Print THIEVES: Be a painter, photographer, sculptor... THE ARTS AT MARYLHURST ■ B.A. IN ART ■ B.F.A. IN ART Continued from THIEVES, Page 1 “People will steal any thing, but those are the pri mary ones we take report of, and of course they are left in plain view,” he continued. If valuables must be brought to school, Kandratieff advises students to keep them in the trunk of their car. Students aren’t out of the clear yet, though. “A lot of times, we don’t know who these thieves are or what they look like,” he said. “Students have to be aware of their surroundings. If you’re going to store valuables in your trunk, do it before you BARATTO Mike Kimberling Clackamas Print thief-proof your ride arrive at school because the thief might be watching.” Keeping valuables out of sight is important because car alarms and security devices might deter a thief, but “if someone wants in, they’ll get in,” according to Kandratieff. However, many times stu dents don’t even take the first step in preventing break-ins by locking their car. “The most recent theft occurred because the stu dent’s passenger-side window was rolled down,” Kandratieff said. “A lot of criminals are looking for opportunities like that.” Another way students can protect their possessions is by writing down the serial and/or model numbers of the items, as well as engraving their name and contact information somewhere on the surface. Then if the items are stolen they can be correctly identi fied if they are recovered or turn up in a pawn shop. Overall, Kandratieff urges students to be on the lookout at all times. “It’s a community effort,” he said. “If anyone sees any thing suspicious in thé park ing lot, I highly advise them to report it.” To reach Campus Safety call (971) 563-0101. SUMMER TERM STARTS JUNE 26™ ■ Year-round admission • Scholarships for transfer students • Small classes • Custom degree plan option • National reputation • Student-focused, friendly staff • Free parking To register for this event or to work with an advisor, e-mail studentinfo@marylhurst.edu or call 503.699.6268. US News & World Report BEST COLLEGES 2006 "Number one in the Northwest for small classes" MARYLHURST UNIVERSITY Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities accredited 17600 PACIFIC HIGHWAY (HWY. 43) MARYLHURST, OREGON - JUST 10 MINUTES SOUTH OF PORTLAND Irving students since 1893. www.marylhurst.edu 800.634.9982 PHOTO RE-ENACTMENT Adam J. Manley Clackamas Print A suspicious-looking character peers in through a windshield at a wallet left in the open. Many students leave their valuables in plain sight, turning their cars into targets for theft.
