Q. Last week, the Rampage received a call about some graffiti on some of the buildings on campus. Also, at the bookstore, another window turned out broken. How are you dealing with such problems on campus?

A. We are working with Chief Callahan to increase the police presence on campus. We must all be aware of our surroundings and report unsafe conditions or suspicious behavior. I recently ensured that broken street lights were repaired and bulbs replaced to add light to dark parking lots. The maintenance department paints over graffiti when it is located. Two graffiti artists were recently arrested during a police operation and one is working on campus to pay off his fine. The other paid a fine of over $2000.

Q. As the semester is about halfway in, what do you feel is the best way that students can achieve success for the remainder of the semester?

A. Students who are having difficulty in class should talk to their instructors and seek tutoring as soon as possible. During Spring Break, I would encourage students to relax and catch up on readings for class as well as begin work on upcoming papers and projects. I would also encourage students to eat healthy and exercise regularly.

Q. What has been your biggest challenge as the college president these last couple months?

A. The greatest challenge has been to develop a budget process that focuses on student needs and our instructional mission while looking to the future and planning for increased growth with limited resources.

Q. Do you feel that there is a drug problem at FCC?

A. There is a national drug problem in this country.

Q. Do you believe that drugs such as Marijuana should be legalized to stimulate the economy?

A. NO!