The Cypress College Foundation Scholarship applications are now available. This year, we have two separate scholarship applications. The first covers most of the various scholarships that the Foundation administers each year (many of these awards go to multiple winners - some as many as twenty from one scholarship). This application is due to be turned in at the Financial Aid office before 5 pm on Monday, February 28, 2011.

The second is a new application for the Bernard Osher Scholarship. This one is a little different from our standard application, with different criteria and an entirely different time line. To qualify, students must have completed 24 units of degree-applicable study by the end of the fall, 2010 semester. They must also qualify for the BOG waiver and must enroll in at least six units at Cypress College for both the fall, 2011 and spring, 2012 semesters. The main thing with this scholarship is the timing. It will be awarded to the first qualifying students to turn in their applications to the Financial Aid office, so the sooner qualifying studens get this one turned in, the better their chances.

The document linked here contains both applications. Copies are also available in the Foundation office, the Financial Aid office and the Counseling office.

If you have any questions, please contact Laura Stephens in the Foundation Office at (714) 484-7126.

Bicycle Safety Tips

> Bicycle theft has become a notable problem on college campuses, and Cypress College is no exception. Bicycles -- and individual bicycle parts such as seats and "quick release" wheels -- are in big demand for would be criminals. As the college explores ways to help reduce theft, we are sharing tips to limit the window of opportunity for would-be bicycle thiefs:

Secure Your Bicycle

> It has been found that in the vast majority of bicycle thefts, bicycles were unlocked, improperly locked, or locked with inadequate locking devices, such as lightweight cables or chains, or low-quality U-lock devices.

The following tips may be helpful to deter a perpetrator from committing theft:


• You should always lock your bicycle through the frame and both wheels to a bicycle parking rack, preferably a rack with a thicker frame.
• Lock all free parts of the bicycle as well, or take them with you. If you lock only the front wheel you may return to find only the front wheel.
• You should always carry a secure lock whenever you plan to leave your bicycle unattended.
• The "U"-shaped locks have proven to be the most effective; but, like all locks or chains, they can be defeated. Use a high-end "U"- shaped lock to reduce the chances of the lock being defeated. You should also exercise care in where and how you lock your bicycle.
• Leave your bicycle in a visible, well-lighted area. Avoid leaving your bicycle locked outside overnight.
• Always use designated bike racks rather than light poles, railings, benches, or other unsecured places. Suspects are often creative in their approach; if they are unable to steal the bike, they may try to take any valuable parts. Report Theft
• Report the theft immediately to the Cypress College Campus Safety Department.
• Provide campus safety staff with the descriptive information, such as the serial number and license number, to increase the chance of recovery.
• Call Cypress College Campus Safety at (714) 484-7387

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Posted by Marc S. Posner




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