Summer 2011 and Fall 2011 Schedule Cuts

Because of the continuing budget shortfall, DVC will be cutting numerous class sections from the Summer and Fall 2011 schedules. I would like to encourage all international students to complete their English classes as soon as they are able. Waiting until the last year to take ENGL-122 and the Critical Thinking class might result in great difficulty in scheduling all of the classes you need for graduation and/or transfer. And because of the budget crisis, instructors are very reluctant to admit more students than the maximum number allowed for the class, so do not depend on "begging" your way into a class that you need. You should also be flexible in your academic planning. Transferring in 1.5 years might not be a realistic goal considering the current contraints created by the budget cuts. Another strategy is to be sure to register just as soon as you are able. Confirm your registration date and time on WebAdvisor. Be aware, though, that your assigned registration time cannot be changed, as it is based on the number of units you have completed at DVC.

Japan Earthquake and Tsunami Resources

Following are some online and community resources that might be helpful to you if you are experiencing distress due to the earthquake and tsunami in Japan:

JAPANESE EARTHQUAKE AND TSUNAMI
CRISIS RESPONSE RESOURCES

Google Crisis Response Page
http://www.google.com/crisisresponse/japanquake2011.html

Japan Consulate General
50 Fremont St.
San Francisco (415) 777-3533
http://www.sf.us.emb-japan.go.jp/e_top.htm

Diablo Japanese American Club
3165 Treat Blvd.
Concord (925) 682-5299
http://www.diablojaclub.com/

Japanese Community Center
The Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Northern California (JCCCNC)
1840 Sutter Street, San Francisco (415) 567-5505

Faith-based Resources:

Buddha Gate Monastery
3254 Gloria Terrace
Lafayette (925) 934-2411

Buddhist Churches of America (BCA)
1710 Octavia Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
Tel: (415) 776 5600, Fax: (415) 771 6293
Head: Bishop Hakubun WatanabeMinister: Rev. Kodo UmezuEmail: bcahq@pacbell.net
Tradition: Jodo Shinshu (Pureland)

Berkeley Buddhist Temple
2121 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
Tel: (510) 841-1356, Fax: (510) 841-1435Minister: Rev. Seigen YamaokaEmail: bsangha@pacbell.net
Web site: home.pacbell.net/bsangha
Affiliation: Buddhist Churches of America (BCA)
Tradition: Jodo Shinshu Buddhism

Buddhist Church of Oakland
825 Jackson Street, Oakland, CA 94607
Tel: (510) 832 5988, Fax: (510) 832 0709Minister: Rev. Seigen Yamaoka
Affiliation: Buddhist Churches of America (BCA)
Tradition: Jodo Shinshu (Pureland)

Buddhist Church of San Francisco
1881 Pine Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
Contact Person: Chizuko Kakiuchi or Jeff Matsuoka (web)
Tel: (415) 776-3158, Fax: (415)776-0264Email: jeff@bcsfweb.org
Web site: www.bcsfweb.org
Tradition: Jodo Shinshu (Pureland)
Affiliation: BCA (Buddhist Church of America)
Spiritual Director: Rev. Hiroshi Abiko

JAPANESE CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF WALNUT CREEK
1955 Geary Road, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Rev. Jiro Fujioka (J), Rev. Chris Doi (E), Pr. Wai Gong (E)(925)944-5252(E), (925)944-3408jccwcadmin@earthlink.net http://www.jccwc.com/

BERKELEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
1710 Carleton Street, Berkeley, CA 94703 -1906
Naomi Southard (E)(510)848-4680, (510)540-9490
http://www.gbgm-umc.org/bmuc/bmuc@transbay.net

CHRIST UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
1700 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA 94115
Rev. Grace Suzuki (E)(415)567-3988

EAST BAY FREE METHODIST CHURCH
5395 Potrero Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530
Rev. Royce Tanaka (E), Rev. Hideo Furuki (J)(510)232-5410(E), (510)233-6405(J)

If you need further assistance or support, please do not hesitate to visit the Counseling Center or the International Student Admissions and Services office, 210 Student Services Building.