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The Point- Volume II, Issue 3

Welcome Home! by Ryan Altman

Another year come and gone and we’re back at PCOM ready for another exciting term. This year the Student Council has several great events lined up as well as some projects designed to improve student life on campus. Currently, solving our vending machine problems, researching possibilities of Student Health Insurance, improving the resources of our library, and linking our Council with a newly formed student network of OM colleges across California have been our main focus. But the student council can only be as strong and productive as the efforts of its individual members.

All PCOM students are members of the Council and are invited to meetings to discuss their concerns. We have proved to be an effective conduit to the administration as well as a voice for our students on political issues at the State level. We know we can do more, but we need your help to do it. I urge you all to take a more active role in your student council and the future of your chosen profession. Become a committee member or chairperson to follow through with whichever changes you’d like to see on campus. Plan an event, write an article for the newsletter, coordinate an art contest, host a lecture… Let the Student Council work for you, but show us that you are willing to work for it as well. Thanks for your support!

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Open House for the Chinese New Year by Rebecca Wilkowski

PCOM will be hosting a free event for the public to celebrate the Year of the Monkey on Saturday, January 24, 2004 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The college will be offering complimentary 20-minute acupuncture treatments, (for smoking cessation and stress reduction), 15-minute massages, Tai Ji and Qi Gong demonstrations, and informational lectures. Lecture topics include: “Stress and Pain Management,” “Preventing Colds and Flu,” “Healing the Spirit, Women’s Health Issues,” and “The Profession of Oriental medicine.” PCOM will provide refreshments and certificates for one complimentary acupuncture treatment (new patients only). The public is invited to tour the campus and meet with staff and faculty to further their knowledge of Pacific College’s programs and the field of Oriental medicine.
Student volunteers are needed to make this a successful event. Sign up on the board opposite Gina Rubbo’s office or with Jennifer Turner in the library. Interns will receive patient credit for performing NADA protocol acupuncture treatments and all volunteers receive a new PCOM T-shirt. This is a great way to introduce family and friends to the medicine we practice.

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Chinese Astrology by Tamara Roe

Compatibility of a Female Snake (August 1977) and a Male Horse (November 1978)
The Snake and the Horse are very strongly attracted to one another. The female Snake is drawn to the ambitious, creative, independent, and passionate male Horse. She respects his wild enthusiasm and zest for life; however, it is his persuasive speech and agile mind that wins her heart. The male Horse is immediately captivated by the beauty and grace of the lady Snake. He finds her incredibly seductive, and the sensuality of the relationship is a key factor to this pairing. The female Snake aids the male Horse by giving him extra confidence and guidance in matters of sexuality and intimacy. Because of the sensual and seductive nature of a Snake, problems in this relationship may develop around issues of fidelity. Although the female Snake is more faithful than a male Snake, her flirtatious behavior may end up getting her into trouble with the loyal and devoted Horse. While, the male Horse may be dedicated to his lovely Snake woman, it is in his nature to need plenty of room to run. He wishes for a stable home, yet he needs the freedom to take off and return as he wishes. If these two can appreciate and respect the characteristics in each other, this can be a workable pairing. They need to incorporate a good deal of freedom and trust into this relationship.

Compatibility of Rabbit (August 1951) and Dog (January 1959)
In Chinese astrology, this is a compatible and rewarding union based upon companionship and a profound mutual respect for each other’s opinions and aesthetic preferences. Sexual intimacy is of less importance in this pairing. These two individuals find it very easy to establish trust and understanding in one another. Moreover, both individuals are dutiful and willing to work hard so financial issues should never become a problem. This union is further solidified if these two people team up and tackle professional projects together.
Both Rabbits and Dogs are prone to mood swings, and this may lead to problems in the relationship. Dogs are predisposed to pessimistic thought patterns, and Rabbits tend to be testy and crotchety when confronted with difficult issues. However, their shared cynicism may help to bind this pair together when faced with an unfair and imperfect world.
Rabbits and Dogs are both willing to do their fair share to make this relationship work, and since neither is overly aggressive nor demanding, these two should find happiness and harmony together.

Compatibility of Female Ox (August 1973) and Male Ox (January 1974)
This union can be solid and stable because both parties are methodical and diligent. They are both hardworking and mutually strive to protect and provide. Both will have their noses to the grindstone, assuring that their home will never lack financial security. Substantial money will be earned, but rarely foolishly spent. They have a well-kept household and a common idiosyncratic need for harmony and order.
Because Oxen are stubborn and like to dominate, they may find it difficult to share power in this partnership. They each expect the other to obey, but due to the fact that they both dislike conflict, they will work hard to find a balance of authority. Even if true accord can not be found, it is in an Ox’s nature to plod along laboriously and suffer silently. Although these two have a strong desire to protect and provide for one another, they may find it difficult to really understand each other deeply on an emotional level. Sexually, these two will easily find mutual gratification. The true challenge is to learn to explore each other emotionally and mentally. True fulfillment will be achieved when these two individuals learn to open up and share their thoughts and feelings with each other.

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