Senatebill 917 systems and legislative advocacy, education and support persons against whom no criminalcharges were necessary levels of treatment, rehabilitation and support http://www.pmhca.org/pages/senatebill_917.htm
Extractions: Senate Bill 917, introduced on June 4, 2001, calls for the establishment of a mental health court division in Pennsylvania. Senator Jane Orie (R-Allegheny), the bills primary sponsor, feels that this bill would better address the issue of jails and court systems overburdened by persons diagnosed with mental illnesses. On December 3, 2001, the Senate Judiciary Committee held a public hearing to gain testimony related to mental health courts. PMHCA along with NAMI PA and representatives from the judicial and provider sectors provided the committee with background information and position statements. Testimony to the Senate Judiciary Committee Senate Bill 917 Provided by Shelley E. Bishop, Executive Director Pennsylvania Mental Health Consumers Association December 3, 2001 On behalf of the members of the Pennsylvania Mental Health Consumers Association, I would like to thank you for the opportunity to
Extractions: Reprinted with permission For years, as a criminal defense attorney, I have consistently advocated for treatment for my clients in lieu of punishment or, at the very least, in addition to it. It has always been my belief that the only hope of reducing recidivism is to address the reasons or criminal conduct, as opposed to blind punishment. This message is harder to convey as crime increases and tolerance decreases. And, as significant as this message is, it is even more critical in the context of the juvenile justice system. Despite this importance, this message is often missed or ignored. While the experts debate the pros and cons of rehabilitation for adults, the juvenile justice system poses a much more complex problem. First, by definition, the juvenile justice system involves children. Presumably the argument for rehabilitation is stronger with children and adolescents because there is a larger window of opportunity in their future. Conversely, a shorter period of antisocial behavior, relative to their adult counterparts in the criminal justice system, would logically lend itself to a more optimistic view toward rehabilitation. What further complicates the issue is that children under a certain age have a right to a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE). This obligation remains, despite charges of delinquency and potential
Extractions: The Texas Legislature designates criminal offenses in our state's Penal Code as misdemeanors or felonies. Based on the relative seriousness of the offense, misdemeanors and felonies are classified into the categories shown in the chart below and on the next page. Criminal attempt is one category lower than the offense attempted. Criminal conspiracy is one category lower than the most serious felony that is the object of the conspiracy. Criminal solicitation is a first degree felony if the offense solicited is a capital felony; a second degree felony if the offense solicited is a first degree felony. Provisions are made for enhanced (increased) punishments for repeat and habitual offenders and defendants who intentionally select the victim because of the defendants bias or prejudice against a group.
NCJRS: Corrections PDF File HTML File education and Correctional Populations Drug Treatment in the CriminalJustice System Specifying Public Support for rehabilitation A Factorial http://virlib.ncjrs.org/Corrections.asp
CSUS Catalog Among the facilities available for photography students is a large digital lab furnishedwith Macintosh computers, Epson printers, film, and flat bed scanners. http://aaweb.csus.edu/catalog/current/PROGRAM/PHOT.asp
Extractions: FACULTY The Bachelor of Arts in Photography is a joint major offered by the Art and Design Departments at CSUS. This degree prepares students to enter one of the exciting professional photographic fields. Courses equip students aesthetically, technically, and professionally for a future in photography by combining courses from the Art Department and the Department of Design, as well as support classes in Journalism and Business. This program has a curricular emphasis on the visual arts, integrating areas that are particularly valuable to those considering a professional photographic career or continuing in a graduate program. The major is structured to provide students with the skills and understanding to enable them to create images that will stand out among the profusion of photographs in the commercial, editorial or fine art arenas. CSUS is uniquely positioned to offer students a strong photographic curriculum, internships and professional connections. Because of its location in the state capital, students may complete fieldwork with state agencies, museums, professional associations and news organizations. Two campus galleries regularly exhibit student work, the Design Gallery on the 4th floor of Mariposa Hall and the Witt Gallery in Kadema Hall. Both the Art Department and the Department of Design offer student scholarships.
Extractions: Employers : Church/religious organizations; Montessori schools; Private, public, franchise, and corporate day care centers; Private homes; Family day care; Extended school programs; and Nursery school/mother's day out programs. Strategies: Develop physical stamina for working with children. Acquire certification/licensing for day care and public school teaching. Community Services Employers: Community centers; YMCA and YWCA; Consumer protection agencies; Summer camp programs; Adult and child day care providers; Programs servicing children and adults with special needs; Hospitals; Rehabilitation organizations; Retirement homes; Travel agencies; Insurance companies; and Church/religious organizations. Strategies: Seek related work experience - particularly summer camps or special needs areas. Obtain Child Life Certification in some areas.
CSUS Catalog Mounting attachments for astrophotography are available, and darkroom facilitiesin the Department of Physics and Astronomy can be used for developing and http://aaweb.csus.edu/catalog/current/PROGRAM/ASTR.asp
Extractions: FACULTY Astronomy has played an important role in the development of modern science. Recent advances in technology and space exploration have made possible many remarkable new discoveries in astronomy. For both these reasons, the study of astronomy is an excellent way for the liberal arts student to gain an appreciation of scientific knowledge and methods. Observing sessions are held in our observing facility located on the roof of Amador Hall, with its 14-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain instrument. Portable 8-inch and 5-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes, as well as an 8-inch Newtonian reflector and a 4-inch refractor, are also available for use in courses. Mounting attachments for astrophotography are available, and darkroom facilities in the Department of Physics and Astronomy can be used for developing and printing. Off-campus sessions are held occasionally making use of observatory and planetarium facilities at neighboring institutions. The minor in Astronomy is recommended as a broadening accompaniment to any other major, especially for students who are preparing for teaching. Those interested in graduate study in astronomy or astrophysics, or wishing to prepare for a career in this field, should obtain information about these possibilities from advisors in the Department of Physics and Astronomy.
