fp a fr 7 toon. , Foundation formed t ~=for University of | | Northern B.C. \ Bruce Strachan, minister of Interim Governing Council. fl advanced education, training and "The foundation will play a key =} technology, has announced the role in ensuring northern com- a creation of the University of Nor- munities’ involvement in the uni- 4 then British Columbia Foundation. versity, now and in the future," .. Established by the University of says Strachan. And, “It is evidence * + Northern British Columbia Act, the of the importance to the commun- foundation has a mandate to ity that these prominent citizens involve the northem community in have agreed to serve on the foun- achieving the goals of the univer- dation board." - sity and to raise public awareness Northemers have responded well of the university’s activities and to the UNBC’s call to form a services. convocation, a core of people that Also, as a charitable organiza- UNBC officials say will provide ; tion, the foundation willadminister "impetus and direction" for the ff the collection of private sector new institution. A convocation is . donations to be held in trust. normally made up of faculty, . Interest from these donations will alumni and graduates, but because i fund scholarships, bursaries, UNBC as yet has none of those, research chairs, equipment, new the board of governors has invited ft facilities and other projects. everyone who supported the Donors will receive a tax benefit. UNBC movement with a $5 dona- Appointed to the board of the tion when it first started to become . foundation are its chairman, Roy part of the convocation. To date Me Stewart of Prince George, and they have received 2,000 applica- : members Russell Clinton of Ques- tions. nel and Hans Wagner of Kitimat. Stewart is a former president of "It’s important we get direction the Interior University Society and from the area we serve," said the current chairman of the Interim UNBC president Geoffrey Weller. Governing Council’s Financial "The convocation gives us a : Resources Committee, Clinton was resource base of talented, know- t chairman of the UNBC site- ledgeable and interested people | selection commitiee, and Wagner from which we can draw ideas and ; is presently a vice-chairman of the strategy. ‘ ARIES Conditions are favorable for positive new direc- Mar,21-Apr.19 tion in career goals. Community activities, too, tend to draw you into the limelight. TAURUS A change of scenery will give you a fresh outlook. Apr.20-May 20 Beresponsivetotheconcerns ofa done, GEMINI Partnership funds and joint financial ventures May2I-June20 are highlighted. Be alert to hidden factors that could put ahold onthings. CANCER Close relationships are especially emphasized. — . Jone 21-July22 A new alliance offers promise of happiness and Tod and Kyle Musyowski, nine months and two years of ‘age, are getting an early harmony fora longtime to come. introduction to the world of wonders that is reading through the "Books for Babies" program. LEO Jupiter in your first house assures you popular- July 23-Aug.22 ity in social and business affairs. Creative ideas ; boost your work productivity. _ ' VIRGO Use your creative talents to develop a promising Aug. 23-Sept.22 business or financial opportunity. Idle flattery should not be taken too seriously. LIBRA Domestic concerns are prominent on your agenda. , oT Sept.23-Qct.22 Safeguard your health, to enable you to care for a those who need you. — a ee SCORPIO A busy week isin store for you. Communications | & | r . | ‘ Oct,23-Nov.21 with family and friends lead to some pleasant 4 ] | fumes in ‘Books Tor pabdie SAGIYTARIUS —Incomeand earnings are accented. Weigh all the ll ‘ Nov. 22-Dee. 21. prosandconsofa financialproposition. 1 | | | + Dees22-Jan. 19 ricorn gives a measure of authority to yourde- | | contest have been announced, First prize went to Through public and corporate financial support, i CAPRICORN: — Aremarkable array of stellar influences in Cap- This years winners of the "Books for Babies” should play in preparing their children to tread. meanor, Popularity and prestige ishigh. ; sesaft Trish Musyowski, who won a quilt and a copy of Books for Babies provides book packages to all | A J he limel d ’ * Jee, IS rading (ot iden resources to colve private Good-night Moon by Margaret Wise Brown. babies born within the boundaries of School qf problems. Second went to Kim Geiselman and third went to District 88 (Terrace, Kitwanga, Hazelton and | ; PISCES You may be asked to join an upscale group whe Leanne Derow. Each won a couple of books, one Stewart). Packages are distributed through the | Feb. 19-Mar. 20 siahen ° useful in accomplishing your hopes an of which was Good-night Moon. Everyone who —- Skeena Health Unit at the time of baby’s first received a Books for Babies package in 1990 vaccination and contain a brochure about reading | : — was eligible for the an All ny "a ° do was ane language Rain aida fingerplys | ’ , Vf fill out an evaluation form inc! n the and nursery rhymes, lists of appropria ng BERT S DELICA TESSEN mes ‘| | package. material available at the public library, and a ‘i ~~ ee WE HAVE... Se Books for Babies is a very special project. It paperback book. | A aE 8 large variety of sein a began in 1988 with support form the Terrace If you would like to support this worthwhile F Seg novelties, super prepa Public Library, School District 88 and the project, make a donation the next time you're in i sandwiches. test salads. Skeena Health Unit as well es many local the Terrace Public Library. If you don’t go there Me irate oO paenies. businesses. The purpose was to promote literacy often, make a special trip. All donations go 635-5440 by encouraging parents to read to their children, towards the purchase of books and tax receipts 4603 Park Ave. Terrace (across from the library) and also by informing them of the role they are available on request. | i }