Holiday CalendarNapa Valley College celebrates Kwanzaa

The Umoja family invites the campus community to join in the 2009 celebration of Kwanzaa, a celebration based on African culture. It will be held in the Napa Valley

College Cafeteria at 6 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7. There will be a free buffet-style soul food dinner, speakers and music performed by the NVC Gospel Choir. Sable Hughes will lead the opening ritual, with a welcome by Carmen McNeil Jackson. Umoja students will explain Kwanzaa principles and do the libation ceremony. Tia Madison will

introduce the speaker Mark Q. Jones.For more information call 256-4517 or email

mmitchelldinkins@napavalley.edu.

20th annual Food Drive ends Dec. 10The 20th anniversity Napa Valley College campus

community holiday food drive is in progress to help make the holidays brighter for campus and community families in need.

Food collection boxes are available around campus.

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2009December 7

In this IssueAnnual International Tea ... Page 2H1N1 Vaccination Clinic .... Page 3Graduation Calendar ......... Page 4Wine Release Party ............ Page 5MESA Report...................... Page 6

BRAVO ................................ Page 6BRAVO 30+ Years .............. Page 7NVC 'Tent City' ................... Pages 8, 9 Storm Report ..................... Pages 10-15New Foundation Board Members ............................ Back Page

Have a Safe, Happy and Healthy

Holiday Break

Tribute to Ira C. Smith Page 10

Javier Urena is the new associate dean of Admissions and Records.

Urena earned his Master of Arts degree in counselor education from San Jose State University; Bachelor of Arts degree in organizational studies from University of California, Davis; and Associate of Arts degree in paralegal studies from Skyline College.

Urena has served in the following assignments for San Mateo Community College District at both Cañada and Skyline Colleges between 2000 and the present: EOPS/CARE/CalWORKs counselor/job developer, Registration supervisor/International Program coordinator, EOPS/CARE Program and Services coordinator, and Admissions and Records specialist.

He also worked for Yolo County Department of Social Services as a case manager and Solano Community Health Program as a community outreach worker.

He is originally from Peru and is bilingual in English-Spanish.

“I’m really excited to have Javier join our NVC family,” said Oscar De Haro, vice president, Student Services, in introducing him to the campus.

The position had been vacant since November 2008.

Javier Urena

New leader for A&R

Spring semester starts Jan. 20Online registration is now in progress for spring semester. Walk-in registration will be held Dec. 14-16 for continuing, returning and new matriculated students.

Online registration will be closed Dec. 20-Jan. 4.

Online registration for new non-matriculated students will open Jan. 4, with walk-in registration for all students Jan. 5-19.

Spring classes start January 20. See www.napavalley.edu for the spring schedule and registration details.

CALENDAR Continued on Back Page

December 18 is the deadline for let-ters of interest in application to be the community representative to serve on the Napa Valley College presidential search advisory committee.

At its meeting of Nov. 12, 2009, the NVC Board of Trustees approved the composition of the presidential search advisory committee responsible for selecting the finalists for the position of superintendent/president. The board created a position for one community member living in Napa County to serve on the search committee.

Additional community representation

will be provided by three members of the Board of Trustees and two members of the Napa Valley College Foundation who will be part of the committee. Stu-dents, faculty, administrative and classi-fied staff will also be represented.

Candidates selected by the search advisory committee will be forwarded to the full Board of Trustees for interview and final selection.

Applications from community mem-bers who would like to participate in the presidential search are now being accepted. A letter of interest and one-

Community representative sought for presidential search advisory committee

SEARCH Continued on Back Page

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serves.

Armond PhillipsInterim President

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Napa Valley College Board of TrusteesDistrict 1 – Steven Reinbolt ................. ClerkDistrict 2 – Bruce KetronDistrict 3 – Brenda KnightDistrict 4 – Charles Meng ................... Vice PresidentDistrict 5 – Michael BaldiniDistrict 6 – JoAnn Busenbark .............. PresidentDistrict 7 – Thomas Andrews Robert Holst ...................... Student Trustee

Tea&Empathy

The Pamana Club presents

Photos by Richard BrunsTop photo, a beautiful china teapot of English tea and cups await guests at the annual International Tea. Many other kinds of tea were also poured. Above, Noreen Martin introduces Health Occupations faculty at the tea.

Annual tea fetes graduating ADN class and Health Occupations students

Photo far left, Prof. Linda Simpson, who is retiring, was introduced at the tea.

Left, hostess Noreen Martin welcomes Armond Phillips, interim president, to the tea.

Some members of the ADN graduating class pose for a photo at the event.

The Health Occupations skills lab is the site of a festive annual International Tea to welcome first semester students and honor graduating students. It was held Nov. 23. Faculty members pour a variety of teas

using fine china teapots and cups. The food and decorations have a festive holiday and international theme.

The Pamana Club provides major support to the annual holiday campus community

Food Drive by collecting food at the event. Clothing was also donated for Napa Women’s Emergency Services. Congratulations to all Health Occupations faculty and staff who make this event so successful.

December 7, 2009 – NVC News Page 3

These NVC nursing students prepare for their first H1N1 field experience – administering H1N1 vaccinations. The H1N1 flu vaccination clinic was held Nov. 18 at the NVC Child Development Center. The taking of the oath administered by Dr. Karen Smith of the Napa County Health Department was required before the students could participate in the vaccination process.

H1N1 vaccinations not for the faint of heart when you're three years old

Drew, a brave boy, is being

held by his father, Javier,

as he gets the vaccine

squirted into each nostril.

Above, syringes and H1N1 vaccine are ready to be used at the clinic. Most of the younger children received nasal sprays rather than injections. However, adults working at the center, such as Beth Gray, below far right, received the shot vaccine. She was smiling and setting a good example for the children.

H1N1 vaccination clinic for children held at NVC Child Development CenterThe Napa Valley College

Child Development Center was the site of a clinic to give the children and child care workers the H1N1 vaccinations on Nov. 18. Public Health Officer Dr. Karen Smith of the Napa County Health Department did a “swearing in” of nursing students so they could assist in immunizing the children for H1N1. Instructor Mary Baracco was among those supporting this effort.

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Health Occupations students were commended by Dr. Robert Moore, medical director of community health clinic Clinic Ole for their screening and educational efforts at Clinic Ole.

NVC students also receive recognition on the clinic’s website: “Clinic Ole is pleased to welcome student nurses from Napa Valley College who will be triaging patients for flu symptoms at the Clinic doors.  They will screen everyone entering the building for flu symptoms and make sure that all persons with a cough put on a mask and use hand sanitizers before entering the building. They will also distribute fliers with flu information.”

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Police Academy CeremonyThe graduation for the Napa Valley College Intensive Basic Academy Class 76 will be Saturday, Dec. 12, at 10 a.m. in the Gymnasium. A formal inspection of the class will be held prior to the ceremony outside the Gym.

Psychiatric Technician CeremonyThe Pinning Ceremony for the Psychiatric Technician Program is set for Tuesday, Dec.15, at 6 p.m. in the Napa Valley College Little Theater.

Nursing CeremonyThe Pinning Ceremony for the ADN Program will be held on Thursday, Dec. 17, at 7 p.m. in the Gymnasium.

Kudos: Fall 2009 ADN graduating class

December 7, 2009 – NVC News Page 5

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Wine release party a successBravo to Napa Valley Col-

lege’s Viticulture and Winery Technology Program for a suc-cessful release party for the college’s first bonded wine. The Nov. 16th event was held at the winery. Napa Valley College

became the first California Community College with a bonded winery, allowing the sale of college wine.

“The wines contain the essence and spirit of what makes Napa Valley College so special to our community. Every aspect of our wine branding and business repre-sents a true collaboration of the wine industry, our stu-dents, and our faculty and staff,” said Bryan Avila, winemaker.

Wine samples of the follow-ing Napa Valley College Estate

wines were poured: 2008 Estate Chardonnay, 2008 Estate Pinot Noir, and 2008 Estate Sauvi-gnon Blanc. Rose of Cabernet is a special release from the student label series and was also poured.

For more information, email winery@napavalley.edu.

The long-established Napa Valley College Viticulture and Winery Technology program is headed by Dr. Stephen Krebs, program coordinator, who also serves as vineyard manager. Bryan Avila is winemaker and Greg Siewert, assistant wine-

maker. Greg Miraglia is dean, Career Technical Education. 

Above left, Bryan Avila, NVC winemaker, with helper Tracy St. John.

Above right, Dr. Stephen Krebs, VWT program coordinator, with Niki Williams at the entrance table.

Faculty member Diane Van Deusen signs a large bottle at the entrance to the party. Many Viticulture and Winery Technology (VWT) students helped at the event. Susan Engle of the faculty social committee was among those helping prepare and serve food.

Photos by Betty Malmgren

December 7, 2009 – NVC News Page 6

Child Development Center

Right, another fall activity was a recent

book sale. The Scholastic Book Fair proceeds help

the center purchase new book titles for the classrooms. Right,

students and staff made the rounds of campus to

promote the sale.

MESA reportBy Vickie Sivongsay

What’s new with MESA (Math, Engineering, Science Achievement)?

Well, the fall fair, of course! This year’s MESA fair was a hit! The sun was shining bright, students were dressed in their creative Halloween costumes, teachers were blowing things up, and there was plenty of good food. The Media Club, a new participating club, was there to videotape the entire event. In fact, we are hoping to bring more awareness to the club and would like to invite all students to join. The fair is only one of our many activities. Come and be a part of the team and see what MESA has to offer!

MESA would like to send a big shout-out to all faculty members who came out to support us and most of all, to the following participating faculty members and clubs/organizations:

u Dr. Stephanie Burns (Biology) u Dr. Dan Clemens (Biology) u Dr. Steven Fawl (Chemistry) u Dr. Forest Quinlan (Chemistry) u Professor Niles Severy (Physics) u Professor Tom MacMullen (Physics) u Professor Antonio Castro (Engineering) u ASNVC u Media Club

Like the skeleton bones in our bodies, these faculty members, clubs and organizations are the “framework” of MESA.

Editor's Note: Vickie Sivongsay is vice president, MESA (Math, Engineering, Science Achievement)/SACNAS (Society for the Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science).

Submitted photoFaculty and students mix fun with education as many of them dressed up in Halloween costumes for MESA's Science Day .

Science and Halloween pagentry: A fun mix

Bravo to Prof. Dianna Chiabotti for her leadership on the state level in developing the first state Academic Senate Diversity and Equity Institute.

Dr. Bill Weddington and Dr. Linda Napholz participated in the Red Cross instructor training part 1 on “Coping with Deployments-Psychological First Aid for Military Families” on Nov. 21, 2009 in Fairfield, CA.

Bravo to John Dotta’s Grid Project class (photo below). They hosted an opening reception Nov.

19. The show will be up in the Art/Photography Building lobby through Dec. 11.

Beth Pratt, director, Career Technical Education Programs, has

been appointed vice president, San Francisco Bay Region for the California Community College Association of Occupational Education’s board.

Prof. Ann Gross and friends crossed the finish line at the Peak Hike on Mt. Tamalpais to support the Breast Cancer Fund. She expressed

appreciation to all those who supported this annual effort with donations.

Bravo to Chief Ken Arnold on his Annual Report and the Student Right to Know Report presented to the college Board of Trustees at the November meeting.

Students in recitalsNapa Valley College held a voice recital Dec. 5. Performers scheduled to participate included Elisabeth Anderson, Gioia Bishop, Karen Brocker, Liz Corey, Amanda Dareing, Kirsten Dukes, Rebecca Edwards, Kristin Ariel Green, Linda Green, Michael Gulan, Marie Claire Hernandez, Sonya Hernandez, Lolli Hilton, Susan Hubbard, Gordon Lustig, Alex Lydon, Kyle M, Monica McCamish, Susan Moore, Midori Morgan, Grace Ort, Penny Pawl, Sandra R. Ross, Rosalina C. Sibal, Brittany Sutton, Rochelle Valenciana, Arbendrette Van, Victoria Wallace, Nancy Welty, Kaitlin Williams and Joanna Winter.

NVC music recital performers on Dec. 6 were scheduled to be Lissetta Banda, guitar; Ryan Elwood, piano; Brian Allen, jazz combo; Jim Hurt, jazz combo; Dean Mostrom, jazz combo; Kurt Nystrom, jazz combo; Trekker Willis, jazz combo; Tom Flesher, piano duo; Mark Osten, piano duo, and the Women’s Chorale.

The Child Development Center staff, pictured at left, includes:

Back Row, Angelina Lara, Socorro Ruiz, Maggie Cole, Catalina Martinez, Amanda Frost, Dianna Chiabotti, Eva Toral, Michelle Burhorn, Beth Gray.

Front Row: Juanita Silva, Gina Cota, Sara Featherstone, Adrianne Koford, Mayra Estrada. A wonderful display from the Child Development Center continues in the college Library through Dec. 17.Submitted photo

Photo by Betty Malmgren

December 7, 2009 – NVC News Page 7

Hector Brambila

Irma Lopez

Scott Rose

Dr. Bill Weddington

Susan Callahan

Jan Molen

Carolyn Sanchez

Mikal Willis

Tim Clark

Sue Nelson

Jill Schrutz

Dr. Sharon Gocke

Helen Ortega

Jenny Sercu

Judy Heys

Ron Rhyno

Dr. Jerry Somerville

As we near the end of 2009, we recognize and appreciate these Napa Valley College faculty mem-bers and administrative and classified staff who have served our students for more than thirty years. Countless students have been touched by them as they teach, work in special programs, in college offices or work behind the scenes. Bravo!* According to information provided by Human Resources

December 7, 2009 – NVC News Page 8

NVC 'Tent City' –

Top photos, images from the opening day of Tent City on Nov. 30.

Above left, students set up tents. Right, vice president of Student Services Oscar De Haro is interviewed by Natalie Hoffman of the Napa Valley Register, foreground, while in the background, interim president Armond Phillips is interviewed by Shauntel Lowe of the Vallejo Times Herald.

Napa Valley College students joined in a national effort to call attention to increasing college fees and decreasing funding for and access to higher education with a Tent City. It was set up Nov. 30 in the Quad and will remain until the end of the semester.

The Tent City events are sponsored by the Amnesty International Club.

On Dec. 7, starting at 8 a.m. an Open Air Art Workspace will be held. According to organizers, this is a time to come to Tent City and do art. Set up your easel, sit down with your notebook and create whatever inspires you, they say. From 3 to 4 p.m. there will be an Activist Workshop presented by the Sonoma County organization Impact! They

will share their experiences in Petaluma and spark a broader discussion about activism in general.

On Dec. 8, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. there will be a Social Justice forum. International social justice issues will be discussed. From 2:45 to 3:45 p.m. there will be a Time Bank presentation. From 3 to 4 p.m. a Socialism vs. Capitalism Discussion (part 1) will take place. It will be presented by Prof. Arthur Pena.

On Dec. 9, starting at 8 a.m. Tent City will have a People’s Picnic; from 2 to 3 p.m. there will be a Poetry Circle.

Dec. 10, from 3 to 4 p.m. part 2 of the Socialism vs. Capitalism Discussion will take

place. Movie Night will start at 7 p.m. The film V for Vendetta will be shown outside in the Quad.

Dec. 11 at 6 p.m. will be Open Mic Night.

Dec. 14 starting at 8 a.m. will be another Open Air Art Workspace.

Dec. 15, at 7 p.m. will be a second Movie Night with the selection to be announced.

Dec. 18, at 3 p.m. will be the Final Gathering. Organizers say, “We encourage and invite everyone to attend this last gathering! We will discuss the last three weeks and offer critique and insights. Let’s talk about where the movement goes from here!”

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A Call to Action

Photos by Richard BrunsAbove, speeches and music were part of the opening of Tent City. Top right photo, student trustee Rob Holst, student trustee, speaks to the small assembly.

December 7, 2009 – NVC News Page 10

Anyone who has lis-tened to Napa’s KVON Radio sports news, or maybe has a Play Sta-tion 2 NBA video game, or who has attended a Sacramen-to Kings

game, or who has... well, the fact is, the broadcast voice of KVON’s sports direc-tor, Ira C. Smith, is ubiquitous in the Napa Valley and much of Northern Cali-fornia. And one of the annual broadcast venues much appreciated by Napa Valley College is the live on-air broadcast of at least two men’s basketball games each season. The on-air exposure proves espe-cially important to head coach Steve Ball, who is in his fifth season directing Storm on-court action. “Having Ira broadcast our games adds a sense of validation and professionalism in recognition of how hard our players work. A post-game interview with Ira is second only to Dick Vitale (see box below) in our players' minds!”

Coach Ball noted that “Ira is an insti-tution in the Napa Valley sport scene. He is knowledgeable and supportive of nearly every sport program in the Valley. Ira's soothing tones and knowledgeable commentary are always a welcome addi-tion to the sport scene in the Valley and most certainly at Napa Valley College.”

Ira C. Smith began his broadcast career when he was placed into the broadcast specialist role in the U.S. Army. After his discharge he continued the career. It would seem his deep, sono-rous voice demanded it of him.

In July he will be completing his 34th year with KVON, a significant career in a world of changing and multiplying media venues. He likes his job. “One needs to stay alert and prepare for each broadcast,” he said. It forces “...one to keep up-to-date on ‘what’s happening.’ I enjoy the contact with people I inter-view and the events that I cover.”

It is likely that Ira C. could have moved on to the big time, but for him Napa is home and “a great area. It’s far enough away from San Francisco to have its own autonomy. People in this area actually care about what happens in local sports – even if they don’t have a relative partic-ipating. The people are great.”

One of the relative "big time" broad-casting gigs he did take on was that of in-stadium game announcer for the Sac-ramento Kings basketball team. “I stopped working with the Sacramento Kings last December after 81/2 years. While I do miss the excitement, I don’t miss the travel and traffic encounters.Plus...” he adds, “the Kings haven’t been

very good the last couple of years.”He got the Kings job after the fran-

chise lost their PA announcer to cancer. They ran a contest in which Ira C. com-peted with a hundred other announcers and would-be announcers. Like a sport-ing event in itself, he made it through the semifinals to the finals and then a live audition at the first Kings home game of the 2000 season. And was hired.

As to broadcasting Storm basketball, “I wish that I could do more games involving the Storm. When Joe Jennum was around, we used to broadcast more college games ... back then it seems that there was more community interest. I think the community interest is return-ing – the teams are competitive. The cooperation with the college personnel is excellent.”

Ira C. adds that “the community should feel fortunate to have such fine athletic facilities. I still feel that the radio station could do more involving the col-lege. The community should feel proud with the job that Kelly Van Winden is doing with volleyball and the recogni-tion that brings to the community. I hope that we can retain the good coaches.”

Volleyball coach Van Winden took the Storm volleyball team to another first-place Bay Valley Conference finish this season, sharing the honors with Yuba College.

The Kings job led to another interest-ing sideline for Smith that video gamers may recognize. Representatives from Sony’s Play Station 2 heard and liked his Kings’ voice and contacted him to do the audio for their NBA computer game. “I did that for three years,” he said.

The ubiquitous voice of Napa Valley sports

Richard Bruns/NVC file photoKVON radio sports director Ira C. Smith was honorary chair referee during an exhibition match in 2006. The NVC event was staged as a part of the celebration and opening of the brand- new lighted tennis courts funded by the passage of the 2002 Bond Measure N.

Stories and Photos By Richard Bruns

An FYI WIKINOTE: Richard J. "Dick" Vitale (born June 9, 1939) is an American basketball sportscaster. A former head coach in the college and professional ranks, he is well known as a college basketball broadcaster and for the enthusiastic and colorful remarks he makes during games. He is known for his trademark catchphrase "baby." He has authored seven books and appeared in several movies.From: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dick_Vitale

Richard Bruns/NVC file photoKVON radio sports director Ira C. Smith, right, calls the action during a 2008-2009 season basketball game. Dean of Physical Education and Athletics Kevin Luckey, a former basketball guard himself, helps Smith call color commentary for the game.

“Ira is an institution in the Napa Valley sport scene. He is knowledgeable and supportive of nearly every sport program in the Valley. Ira's soothing tones

and knowledgeable commentary are always a welcome addition to the sport scene in the Valley

and most certainly at Napa Valley College.”

– Napa Valley CollegeHead c oach Steve Ball

December 7, 2009 – NVC News Page 11

Head coach Chris Kvidahl enters his 4th year as head coach of the Napa Valley College’s Women’s Basketball Team. His first year (2006-2007) as head coach was admittedly a struggle, as seen in a zero for 12 Bay Valley Conference record with a team possessed of tremendous heart.

Following that period of flux initiated by a significant change in the direction for the basketball arena, Coach Kvidahl was able to put that behind him in 2007-2008 when he led the Storm to a 7-7 Bay Valley Conference record and a 10-16 overall record. “We are continuing to recruit high-quality talented student athletes from our area to the program,” said Coach Kvidahl.

In the 2008-2009 season Chris brought to the boards a strong team and a solid vision as the Storm moved forward. A 6 & 21 overall record and a 4 & 12 BVC record reflected a strong overall performance. The 2009-2010 season is going to be filled with excitement and great basketball as the Storm continue their saga.

Coach Kvidahl’s background includes three years as Men’s Basketball assistant coach under former coach Bruce Chavka.

He is bringing to the NVC game a “positive, passionate and energetic process. I expect these qualities to show in our team. I want the women to learn how to work together and work hard for each other as well as for the team.”

Season Outlook We are determined to continue to make

the program competitive and a fun place to play basketball. We have a commitment to recruit high-quality students who do well in the classroom.

Heart v Unity v Effort – smart and unselfish play will be our focus. We want to play hard and leave everything on the floor.

This year’s team works hard and enjoys playing the game for and with each other. They understand that each part of the team is vital for the team to play well and to improve. They put the team before themselves. This year’s Storm is very dynamic. As our defense improves, we will be very competitive. You will see these young women play with high energy and with passion for the game. We as a team believe that if we give everything we have, our school and community will be proud of our effort. With our best effort we cannot be defeated; and we will have fun and enjoy playing.

We each and all would like to thank the community for supporting us this season!

Go Storm!

Welcome to Women’s BasketballMeshach Osborne embarks upon his

first year as an NVC assistant basketball coach. He brings to the Storm a wealth of knowledge and experience including stints coaching at the middle school, high school varsity and four-year college levels as a head coach and assistant coach.

“Industriousness – There is no substitute for work. Worthwhile results come from hard work and careful planning.” – John Wooden

“As a first-year assistant coach at NVC, I just want to be as supportive as possible and help Coach Kvidahl continue to build a solid program. The plan is to get these hard-working, motivated and coachable young players to reach their full potential. I’m thankful for the opportunity to work with Coach Kvidahl and these student athletes who dedicate their time, effort and energy to being successful students and successful athletes.”

Assistant Coach Meshach Osborne

No. 3 – Rickisa (Ricki) PatteRsoN, FReshmaN: A Vintage High School graduate, five foot three inch (and 1/4) and right-handed shooting guard Ricki Patterson played for Darol Smith and Meshach Osborne at Vintage. Her NVC major is nursing and she plans to transfer to Sacramento State University. She includes among her life goals being a registered nurse and graduate school. Happiness will include a family of her own and following her role model, Jesus Christ “because he loves unconditionally.” coach RePoRt: Rickisa is a very smart player who is always learning and improving. She can defend well and will surprise people when playing offense. She has a high basketball I.Q. and works very hard. She is a great teammate and loves the game. Her well-rounded game skills will allow her team to compete this year.

No. 14 – tRella chRisco, soPhomoRe: A product of Napa High School, returning point guard Trella Chrisco, at five feet eight inches, will be helping lead the Storm surge for the 2009-2010 season. She played for Darci and Michelle Lewis at Napa and is an NVC Business and Culinary Arts major. She hopes to transfer to UCLA after completing her NVC stint. While at Napa she earned Athlete of the Year in ‘08. She was also accorded a spot as a top 8 player in MEL League for

Basketball and cross country in 2008. She gives her father high role model status “...because he is awesome!” coach RePoRt: Trella brings an extreme work ethic to the team that we appreciate. Her positive attitude helps balance the formula of our entire team chemistry. She is unselfish and can handle adversity. Trella is a defender and gets up and down the floor well. She has a high basketball I.Q. and she will be a key factor in making this season memorable. She will be remembered as one of the Storm’s hardest-working players.No. 15 – WiloNi RobeRtsoN, FReshmaN: Five foot six inch shooting guard Wiloni Robertson comes to us from John F. Kennedy High School in Richmond, where she played for Harry Campbell. A biology major, she will be transferring to UC Davis or a CSU TBA at transfer time. Her educational and career goal is to become a research scientist. While at JFKHS she was awarded McDonald’s All American Nominee for ‘02 and the Gatorade Will To Win Athlete of 2002. She admires her mother and father “...for keeping me well-rounded and teaching me how to be prepared for anything life has to offer." coach RePoRt: Wiloni brings to the team a set of very good offensive

Team Storm 2009-2010

The 2009-2010 Women’s Storm Basketball Team – from left, Trella Chrisco, Tamika Gamble, Kelsey Zeller, Wiloni Robertson, Kayla Martinez, Kindred (KK) Ross, Jordan Price, Rickisa (Ricki) Patterson and Ashlee Fielder.

TEAM Continued on Next Page

December 7, 2009 – NVC News Page 12

and defensive skills. She knows how to keep the team loose. She has very quick hands and can defend and slash to the hoop. Wiloni can hit the three and she passes well. We are looking for her to be a great teammate. She will be one of the top guards ever to play for the Storm.

No. 21 kelsey ZelleR, FReshmaN: Coming to us from Vintage High School and Darol Smith’s basketball program, Kelsey Zeller, is a five foot eight and a half-inch right-handed guard who will also play forward as needed. Her medium range plan is to complete Napa Valley College and transfer to the Culinary Institute of America, where she will focus her efforts on becoming a successful pastry chef. Kelsey earned Monticello League Newcomer of the Year, First Team, and named Athlete of the Year at Vintage. She admires Michael Jordan as a role model “...because he is a well-rounded athlete and a good role model for kids.” coach RePoRt: Kelsey brings a wide variety of offensive and defensive skills into play. She will prove to be one of the most athletic and best post players to ever play for the Storm. Her jump shot is one of the best out there. Her defensive quickness and rebounding ability make her contribution both unique and dynamic. Her ability to run the floor is a vital component that will actively enable the Storm to compete.

No. 22 – kiNdRed (kk) Ross, FReshmaN: At five feet five inches, KK will be taking up her position on the floor as a right-handed small forward. Coming to the Storm from Vallejo High School and Arthur Miller’s basketball program, this nursing major plans to transfer to San Francisco State University or Dominican following completion of her NVC studies.

With a Bachelor of Science, Nursing, she then plans to “...juggle my life as a mother, pediatric nurse and youth basketball coach.” While at Vallejo, she was accorded Best Defensive Player and All-City during her senior year. She is grateful to her sister Dollie “...because no matter what, she has always been there for me. She inspires me to be a better me!” coach RePoRt: KK will be one of the best rebounders I have coached. She is a good defender with great hands. She knows the game well and is a smart player. Her own coaching experience helps her teammates. She cares about her teammates and the team – she

brings respect to our program. Very coachable, KK is physical when she needs to be and has a good, positive personality. She will be very hard to keep off the boards and will also give our team key offensive skills. We will look for her to continue improving and making our team stronger. KK is a true role mode – she is a mom, a full-time student and an athlete.

No. 23 – tamika Gamble, FReshmaN: Playing as a five-foot three-inch point guard and shooting guard, Fairfield High School graduate Tamika Gamble will be taking the ball down the court. A strong defender, she can sink the three and cut and slash to the hoop. Coming to the Storm from the Don Early program, the premed student plans to transfer to UC Davis, where she will pursue her goal towards becoming an OBGYN. Somewhere in there she will raise a family. She gets much of her strength of purpose from “My Mom because she has always been there for me; and she is a very successful woman.”

coach RePoRt: Taking the floor as one of the Storm’s quickest-ever guards, Tamika will be one of our team leaders. She is a very good ball handler and can handle pressure. She gets to the hoop and she can hit the three. She passes well and she has strong defensive skills. As a guard, she is very good at pushing the ball up the floor on the fast break, a ability which gives the Storm an offensive attack with many options. Tamika’s playing experience and communication ability will allow her teammates to likewise improve.

No. 25 – JoRdaN PRice, FReshmaN: Don’t let the smile fool you. This dynamic forward from Vintage High School and Coach Darol Smith, at five feet eleven inches, makes her presence on the court known. Currently working on general education classes at NVC, she plans to transfer to Chico State University, where she will graduate and go hunting for that famed “good job.” While at Vintage, she was

named Offensive Player of the Year 2007-2008 and Top-8 Player in the Monticello League both junior and senior years. Asked who a role model might be, she responded for athletics, saying “...Michael Jordan, because he is a well-rounded athlete.” coach RePoRt: Jordan’s skill set includes a wide array of offensive skills. Her ability to be physical and attack the basket will help define the team’s competitive-ness. She will be one of the best post players to play for the Storm. Her ability to fight, rebound and finish is a valuable asset to the team. Jordan’s outside shooting, passing and her toughness will brand

the Storm as a tough match up for our BVC opponents.

No. 30 kayla maRtiNeZ, FReshmaN: Coming from Vacaville’s Buckingham High School, Kayla Martinez is a Recreational Therapy major who plans to transfer to Sacramento State University. While at Buckingham, her team won the most games in the school’s history. She identifies her grandma as a powerful force in her life “...because I can tell her anything and know that she still loves me.” coach RePoRt: Kayla brings to our team an important rebounder who will figure into our defensive game. She is able to set good screens and her passing ability is improving. Kayla has a

warm personality and we look forward to her personal improvement to help our team improve.

No. 32 ashlee FieldeR, FReshmaN: An “Ashlee of all trades, and master of most of them,” five-foot eight inch Ashlee Fielder will be playing guard and/or post. Making the trip from Rodriguez High School and Coach Lou Collier’s basketball program, she is a nursing major who will take her game to Sacramento State for a BSN. Among her not unreasonable plans are to graduate from SAC and to own her own home. Her main guiding light is “My Mom, because she inspires me to be and do my best; and because of how she helps others.” coach RePoRt: Ashlee will be one of our most dynamic athletes. She can be a powerful post, ball handler and quick guard. She can defend; she can shoot; and she can pass. Ashlee brings to the court a physical presence and is also an unselfish team player. She is a solid teammate and her contributions are valuable to our team. Her skills are perfect for continuing at the four-year level.

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The Storm coaching staffNapa Valley College’s head coach Steve Ball is in his fifth year at the helm. After taking over the program for the 2005-2006 season Coach Ball has seen the program make improvements each year.

Storm Basketball is now respected as a hard work-ing program that competes hard for 40 minutes.

Coach Ball came to NVC from San Diego City College, where he was the assistant coach. San Diego City won the Pacific Coast Conference title for the 2004-2005 season and earned their way to the second round of the state

playoffs before losing to Los Angeles City College. San Diego City was 18-10 overall, 12-2 in the conference in Coach Ball’s only year on staff.

Ball is originally from Humboldt County and went to South Fork High School. He played his col-lege basketball at Sonoma State University, where he was a team captain and selected as “Most Inspirational Student-Athlete” in 1998. Coach Ball earned both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in kinesiology from SSU. Coach Ball was an as-sistant coach for SSU in 1999 and 2000 when it was a Top 20-ranked NCAA Division II program. He then guided El Molino High School to a dra-matic turnaround. He guided the program from a 1-25 record in his first season to a 22-8 record and the 2004 Sonoma County League title. El Molino made back-to-back CIF North Coast Sec-tion playoff appearances In Coach Ball’s final two seasons as head coach.

Coach Ball feels that the community is going to be proud of the group of players he recruits. “I don’t recruit low-character people. I recruit highly talented, high-character student-athletes. They’re going to play hard and it’s going to be a fun brand of basketball to watch.”

Our coaching staff will consist of Damon

Potter, Michael Desantis and Ben Gongora. Ben will help with the post players' develop-ment and comes to us with years of experience in the Napa Valley. Most recently Coach Gon-gora, a former NVC player, was the head boys basketball coach at Vintage High School.

In his second year as an assistant coach with the Storm Damon Potter brings an excellent understanding of the game and a pas-sion to teach the finer details of basketball. Da-mon will help with offensive and defensive skill development with our posts and guards. Damon will also bring his strong work to recruiting lo-cal players and scouting future opponents.

Starting his second year as a Storm as-sistant coach, Michael Desantis played at Chemeketa College in Salem, Oregon, from 1992 to 1994 and Sonoma State University from 1994 to 1996. Coach Desanti led the CCAA in scoring as a senior. An excellent shooter, De-santis has a great eye for the game. He assisted at Chemeketa in 2000-2002 working with the team’s guards and the offense. Coach Desantis is also a HUGE Trailblazer fan!

Season OutlookThe 2009-200-10 Napa Valley College Men’s

Basketball team is ready to compete with anyone in the state. Following the first winning season in over a decade (18-14 overall, 9-7 BVC) the Storm is looking to strike with even more force this year. The 2008-2009 team success was highlighted by the receipt of scholarships by leading scorers Aaron Trigg (San Francisco State) and Ashton Foster (Indiana Tech).

This year’s team features five sophomores whom we will look to for significant contributions. Tyler Dixon (Tomales HS) is drawing the attention of recruiters at the four-year level with his toughness and ability to rebound and score. Gage Harty (Napa HS) will provide some size and toughness at the forward spot. The Storm will have three very skilled sophomore guards in Luigi Valencia (Windsor HS), DeAndre Clark (Fairfield HS) and Joe

Sanders (Fairfield HS). Valencia is a point guard who can shoot the '3.' Clark is a shifty penetrator with long arms, and Sanders is a stout shooter who is able to defend the ball.

Incoming freshmen include wings Rosevelt Smith (Armijo HS) and Lee McCain (Vallejo HS). Both are long wing players with a variety of skills. We will be expecting a lot from these two, with more expected as the sea-son progresses. Ken Matich (El Molino HS) is an athletic forward with a variety of skills. He has a knack for getting his hands on and securing rebounds and can shoot and handle the ball very well. Martin Jackson (Waldorf School) is a skilled shooter and penetrator who will continue to improve and play as the season progresses. Paul Dugoni (Justin-Siena HS) and Paul Fielder (Rodriguez HS) round out our opening roster with high bas-ketball I.Q. and character. They will continue to improve and

help their teammates throughout the season. Others contributing to the program are Johnny Gehrke (St. Helena HS), John Pyner (Vintage HS) and TJ Payton-Thomas (Rodriguez HS).

In their opening tournament the Storm went to San Diego and beat then #5 in Southern California Mt. San Jacinto before falling to 2008 State Champion and current #4 in the state Citrus College. They will continue to face top competition throughout the pre-season before squaring off with a much improved Bay Valley Conference.

There is quite a bit of talent on the roster this year and we look forward to continued support from the community. Come out and watch a great group of young men compete at a very high level – TOGETHER!

Head Coach Steve Ball

Assistant Coach Damon

Potter

Assistant Coach Michael

Desantis

Assistant Coach Ben Gongora

Welcome to Men's Basketball

Team Storm 2009-2010No. 1 – JosePh saNdeRs, soPhomoRe: Hailing from Fairfield High School and Coach Edward Wilson’s basketball program, five foot eight inch guard Joe Sanders will be helping to lead the attack down the floor. A multi-sport athlete at Fairfield, Joe earned All-League Honorable Mention as a basketball player, League Champion in the mile, two-mile and cross country. His life goals are bound together with his role models in life: “To be able to help as many people as possible through the knowledge given to me by my heavenly father.” He counts among his role models his mother, Thelma; father, John Sr.; his brother John Jr.; Jesus Christ; and coaches Wilson and Monk. coach RePoRt: Joe can pressure the ball with the best of them and he has the ability to put the ball in the

basket in a variety of ways.

No. 2 – keN matich, FReshmaN: Six-foot five-inch Ken Matich will be playing small forward. At El Molino High School, Matich played for coaches Steve Ball and Casey Regina. Undecided yet as to major, he plans to transfer to one of the UC or CSU institutions, or perhaps a four-year school in Hawaii. With that educational background, he plans to "Find my dream job, make lots of money doing it and provide for myself and my family." A fierce competitor, Matich identifies playing for the competitive NVC team as an athletic highlight. His role models include his sister for her volleyball accomplishment, and

Michael Jordan, Derrick Rose and Dwayne Wade. coach RePoRt: Ken played for me as a freshman in high school and comes from a great family. He is very skilled and athletic and will provided with some versatility and rebounding.

No. 3 – deaNdRe claRk, soPhomoRe: Another Fairfield High School graduate, Clark will drive the ball down the board as a guard. With an NVC major in social behavior, DeAndre looks forward to a

successful business career. At five foot ten inches, DeAndre ranks several successful slam

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Back row from left, Ken Matich, Paul Dugoni, Gage Harty, Tyler Dixon, Lee McCain, Rosevelt Smith, Martin Jackson, Jon Pyner.

Front row from left, Paul Fielder, DeAndre Clark, Joseph Sanders, Luigi Valencia. Not pictured, John Gehrke and T. J. Payton-Thomas.

dunks as career highlights. Kobe Bryant sets a work ethic standard that he admires and follows himself. He likes the pro player’s lack of complacency. coach RePoRt: DeAndre has come a long way. His understanding of the right way to play the game has allowed him to take full advantage of his natural abilities and develop both his physical and mental skill sets.

No. 4 – PhiliP maRtiN JacksoN, FReshmaN: Playing as a six-foot two-inch guard, Martin Jackson has come north from San Francisco Waldorf School, where he was coached by Arigorn Heely. Taking the time-honored path of exploration in his first year of college, Martin is

undeclared as a major but plans to transfer to a four-year school to “...finish college and do something that makes me happy.” While at Waldorf he was the all-time leading scorer and the first-time 1,000 point shooter. His life’s role model has been “My Mom, because she was a

great person.” coach RePoRt: Martin is a very good shooter and is fast improving his defense. He understands the game and possesses a European flare to his game a la San Antonio Spurs’ shooting guard Maru

Ginobili.

No. 11 – luiGi ValeNcia, soPhomoRe: Returning sophomore Luigi Valencia brings his ever-improving game back for another season. Playing guard at five feet ten inches, he is a graduate from Windsor High School

and Steve Kramer’s round-ball program. A Psychology major, he plans to transfer to either CSU San Francisco or San Diego. Graduation will lead to an enjoyable profession by which he will be able to live like a Rocker! Along the way he has been recognized as MVP SCL his freshman

Storm year and scoring 19 points in his first college game. Also, he’s proud of “...dunking on Dre in practice!” Luigi’s role models include “My family! Mother, George, J.J., Eric. Family first! and Ned Averbuck, my basketball mentor.” coach RePoRt: I’ve watched Luigi grow as a person and as a player for nearly a decade. He’s always

had a flare for the spectacular pass. His great vision, shooting and much improved defense will help us this year.

No. 15 – RoseVelt smith, JR., FReshmaN: Six-foot two -nch freshman guard Rosevelt Smith, Jr., comes from Armijo High School and coach Lawrence Trigg’s basketball program. Majoring in science and mathematics, Rosevelt is going

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to wait a bit before deciding on where to transfer after NVC, but is working hard to insure that transfer is enabled by an academic and/or athletic scholarship in order to complete his education. This Armijo grad was named All-League 1st team twice, Team MVP twice and All-City 1st Team twice. He sets his own work ethic by Kobe Bryant’s standards: “...the greatest, works hard every day and every day he works to better his game.” coach RePoRt: Rosevelt is a great listener and applies all the skills from drills to live. He continues to improve upon his already solid skill set. His versatility and passion to compete will be huge for us this year.

No. 21 lemoNte (lee) mccaiN

FReshmaN: Joining the six foot two inch guard attack, Lee McCain comes to the Storm from Vallejo High School, where he was coached by Mr. Duke. Although still deciding on a major and transfer options, Lee’s goals include achieving success and to be somebody who makes a contribution. He respects “...my Mom and Pop” as lifelong role models. coach RePoRt: Lee has an uncanny knack for scoring the ball. His shooting ability will help keep teams from double-teaming our post player. Lee will be a lock-down defender for us and is improving on his off-the-ball defense.

No. 31 – GaGe haRty, soPhomoRe: A power forward at six feet five inches, Gage is a local lad who played basketball for Mike Warrington at Napa High School. Working through his general education requirements at NVC, he plans to transfer to a four-year school to become an athletic trainer. He’s proud of a dunk during his high school rivalry game. He looks across the continent for role model guidance: “Coach K (Mike Krzyzewski) of Duke University ... he preaches everything I’m about – hard work and dedication.” coach RePoRt: Gage is a fierce competitor who works very hard. He can step out and shoot or bang in the post. Gage is also an exceptional student.

No. 32 – tyleR dixoN, soPhomoRe: Looking at the opposition from a six foot eight inch advantage, Tyler Dixon is playing the forward/post slot for the Storm again this year. A graduate of Tomales High School, Tyler played there for coach Maurice Weir. After transferring to and graduating from an as-yet-undetermined four-year college, he plans to include making a lot of money among his goals. Twice MVP for Tomales High School, he identifies his parents as his strongest and best role models. coach RePoRt: Tyler is a returning All-BVC Honorable Mention post player. His improvement and toughness over the past year have gotten the attention of four-year coaches. Tyler’s post game

will be a major focal point of our offense this year.

No. 33 – Paul FieldeR ii, FReshmaN: Having played for Paul Fielder, Sr., at Rodriguez High School in Fairfield, Paul Jr. will be playing guard at NVC. He is five feet eleven inches tall. Achieving accolades as Defensive Player of the Year at Rodriguez, this young man plans to graduate from college and be happy, preferably “...with lots of money.” His favorite player is Olympic gold

medalist and Miami Heat superstar Dwayne Wade. coach RePoRt: Paul has a great understanding of the game. He’s the type of player that basketball purists appreciate. He gets the ball where it needs to be and is a solid defender.

No. 34 – Paul duGoNi, FReshmaN: Another local player joining the Storm, Paul Dugoni played for Phil Rosemurgy at Justin-Siena

High School. Standing up to six feet five inches, Paul will be playing forward. While at Justin, he led the league in charges. Waiting to decide on a major, this general education student plans to transfer to St. Mary’s College to get his degree and eventually land a good job. His role model is “...my Mom; she was a great person.” coach RePoRt: Paul has a go-to jump hook launched from as deep in the court as I’ve seen. He is a very cerebral player and picks up on concepts quickly. He will provide some depth in the post this year.

JoNathoN PyNeR, soPhomoRe: Six foot three inch forward Jon Pyner is a graduate of Vintage High School. He is majoring in English

and looks to transfer to Stanford University. Acknowledging playing for the Storm as an athletic highlight, his professional goal is to become a teacher. He targets a general role model concept: “Those who have worked hard and who accomplished their goals because I strive to do the same.” coach RePoRt: Jon has helped our program immensely over the past couple of years. He has improved on his skills yet again and still lays down tracks as well as anybody on the team.

St. Helena HS grad Johnny Gehrke is a medical redshirt Storm participant this year. According to head coach Steve Ball,"Johnny has a passion for basketball and potential to be a good player. If he continues to progress he will definitely help our program."

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Cash donations are also accepted and may be delivered to Community Relations. Classes, clubs, office groups and individuals are all invited to participate.

Last year 23 campus families nominated by Financial Aid received food boxes. Additional food and cash donations were taken to the Napa Food Bank, and a cash contribution was made to The Table, a program in downtown Napa that serves the homeless and individuals in need.

For more information or to volunteer, please contact Community Relations. The drive will continue through Dec. 10. Call 253-3372 for details.

Baroque Masters Celebrate Christmas

The St. Helena Chamber Singers with orchestra and soloists present Baroque Masters Celebrate Christmas on Saturday, Dec. 19 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 20 at 4 p.m. The concert, including works by Bach, Marcello, Charpentier, Handel and Rutter, will be held at the St. Helena Catholic Church on the corner of Oak and Tainter Streets in St. Helena. Early seating is recommended; the doors open 45 minutes prior to the performance.

This performance is a noncredit class offering. Tickets ($20) are available at St. Helena’s and Napa’s Napa Valley Roasting Company or by calling Dean Bonnie Thoreen, Upper Valley Campus, at (707) 967-2911.

Holiday concertsNapa Valley College will present a weekend of instrumental concerts featuring the NVC Jazz Ensemble and Orchestra as well as the North Bay Wind Ensemble (NBWE).

Jazz aficionados, enthusiast and admirers will enjoy the NVC Jazz Ensemble performance on Friday, Dec. 11 at 8 p.m. The evening will begin with “Duke it Out” by Dominic Spera and include such classics as “Here’s the Rainy Day” and “Summertime.” This 20-piece big band jazz performance, with its complex harmonies and variety of dynamic color and warmth of tone, will be a delight to the ear. Also performing will be a five-man jazz combo for those intimate moments of music. The NVC Jazz Ensemble is directed by Bill Gantt, who has led the group since 2005.Continuing this instrumental weekend, on Sunday afternoon, Dec. 13 at 3 p.m. will be a combined concert of the North Bay Wind Ensemble (NBWE) and NVC Orchestra. The Wind Ensemble has been under the direction of Harry Cadelago since 2006, and this will be the debut performance of the NVC Orchestra under Cadelago’s direction. Also debuting will be the NVC Brass Ensemble performing the powerful “Triumphal March from Aida” by Giuseppi Verdi and holiday favorites.

The NVC Orchestra will be playing selections from the classical era, with the NBWE playing 20th century repertoire. NBWE will also dedicate a special number, “An American Elegy,” in memory of our late college president, Dr. Chris McCarthy. Orchestra and Wind Ensemble will combine to play the audience favorite, “Fiddle Faddle,” by Leroy Anderson.

Both concerts will be in the NVC Theater with reserved seating; tickets are $15 for adults and $10 students/seniors/military, and can be purchased in person at the Napa Valley College Box Office or charged to Mastercard or Visa by calling (707) 259-8077. Tickets will also be on sale at the Napa Valley College Theater one hour prior to the performance. Call (707) 259-8077 for more information.

Toys for TotsNVC Student Veterans Club, in collaboration

with the local fire department, is participating in the Marine Corps Reserves Toys for Tots Toy Drive for children (infants to teens). Collection bins are located in the Financial Aid/EOPS Office, Admissions and Records Office, Library and in the Faculty Offices through Dec. 17. For more information call Allahno Hughes at 253-3025.

Bookstore Holiday SaleThe NVC Bookstore is holding a holiday sale

through Dec. 18 with 25% off clothing (except uniforms), gifts, backpacks, green and red supplies and holiday cards. Ornaments are $5. Free gift bags are available.

Angel TreeThe ASNVC is sponsoring the annual Salvation

Army Angel Tree project. The tree is located in the Cafeteria. Faculty, staff and students are invited to adopt an “angel” and make the holidays brighter for a child in need. The effort will conclude Dec. 15. Call 253-3060 for more information.

Book SaleThe Napa Valley College Library is having an

End of the Year Book Sale. Hardcover books, paperbacks, and audios/videos are 50 cents each. All proceeds generated will go to student scholarships.

Potters Guild Holiday SaleThe Napa Valley Potters’ Guild will have their

annual holiday pottery sale Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, Dec. 8, 9 and 10, from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the Quad.

Police Academy Entrance TestThe next Police Academy entrance test will be

Jan. 9. New full-time classes will start in January and April 2010 with a part-time class starting in September 2010. Call 253-3250 or see www.nvccjtc.org.

page statement of experience should be forwarded to JoAnn Busenbark, president, Board of Trustees, Napa Valley Col-

lege, 2277 Napa Valley High-way, Napa, CA 94558.

The community repre-sentative must be available during the day and should expect to be on campus for at least seven or more

days over the next six months.

The community member chosen to serve on this com-mittee will be required to par-ticipate in the college’s hiring committee training that will

occur in late January or early February. This training covers all EEO guidelines as desig-nated by the State Chancel-lor’s Office.

For more information call 707-253-3360.

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The Napa Valley College Foundation Board elected two new board members, Bill Hardy and Bill Blair, at the quarterly meeting Nov. 17, 2009.

Bill Hardy is a retired attorney. Although Hardy is no longer active in trial practice, he remains associated with the Maine lawyers of Hardy Wolf & Downing. He was born in Farmington,

Maine, attended Colby College, and served in the U. S. Air Force in the Unit-ed States and Vietnam. He was a news producer for a Boston television station before beginning his career in personal injury law.

Bill Blair is a retired Napa Valley Col-lege counselor and Respiratory Therapy program coordinator.  He has a bache-

lor’s degree from San Francisco State and a master’s degree from the Universi-ty of San Francisco. He is a former McPherson Distinguished Teaching Award recipient and has served on the Napa Valley Economic Development Corp., the Napa Workforce Investment Board and as an alternate on the 2009-2010 Napa County Grand Jury.

New board members join NVC Foundation

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