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SurvivalSystemspreachself~defense by Eileen Riddle
Self-defense has become of extreme importance in today's society due to the number of crimes committed. This is why the student activities office sponsored a lecture on selfdefense called "Survival Systems." The lecture concerned the importance of self-defense and how to use it effectively. James Tasker and Robert Hall of Tasker and Hall Inc., self protection consultants, gave a lecture on self-defense in the Widener Center Lecture Hall on Tuesday, Oct. 2. The main theme of the lecture was that self- defense is just that, defense. The men stressed that a person who is being attacked should be on the offense only when the situation is life or death. Tasker said, "It is your personal responsibility to defend yourself." He also said that the main goal is not to harm others, but to protect yourself from harm. The lecture was composed of two parts. The first part, which was a majority of the lecture, was what to do if you were attacked and the attack was not ,a life threatening
situation, such as an unarmed robbery. The men suggested that you try to control the situation by not panicking. The second thing you should do is try and prevent the situation from escalating, and thirdly, -you should continually look for "outs," such as people, a lighted house or talking your way out of the situation.
ing situations, exclusively. Tasker and Hall stated that you should try to disable your attacker. The most effective way to do this is to go for the attacker's weaknesses, such as the eyes and the flesh area above the neck. The men stated that these areas are very effective in almost every situation because every person has these weaknesses.
I thought the lecture gave you a more " psychological approach to self-defense than a physical one.' -Lisa Rancatore, freshman
Hall said, "The most difficult part of teaching selfdefense is that people do not realize the seriousness of violence and the importance of self-defense." Tasker and Hall's most important message was that one should try to avoid an attacker altogether by being alert in every situation. The best self-defense is to avoid a confrontation rather than being careless and induce one.
The second part of the lecture dealt with life threatening situations and how to handle them. The men stressed that you should use these particular techniques in life threaten-
Lisa Rancatore, freshman, said, "I thought the lecture was rather realistic. It gave you a more psychological approach to self-defense than a physical one. I believe that I could handle a situation much better now than before."
'Live-ins'choosefamily livingover campus by Karen Clark A unique, and increasingly popular profession among college students, is live-in babysitting for families in their surrounding area. Live-in babysitters are those people who, in exchange for free room and board, take care of small children and household duties, and also, in some cases, become an integral part of the family. The obvious benefits of this living situation are: a deduction in college expenses and tuition, and the possibility of the student forming a strong bond with the family. Some families are also willing to give the student a small allowance or spending money. However, there are some disadvantages to being a live-in babysitter. The student might feel uncomfortable living with a strange family. Mary Mackin, freshman, is a babysitter by the hour. Mackin said, "Yes, I would be a live-in babysitter if I were acquainted with the family, because I would feel more at ease with a family I knew, than I would with strangers."
I had free use of the whole house, and was allowed to have visitors whenever I wanted to do so.' -Regina Murphy, freshman Another disadvantage would have to be dealing with children who misbehave. Tina Slater, freshman, is also a babysitter by the hour. Slater said, "I would become a live-in babysitter if I knew that the chil-
dren were well-behaved, and I enjoyed tak- ing care of them." Besides child care, the student may also have certain household chores to perform. Michelle Nichols, freshman, was a live-in babysitter. Nichols said, "I was also responsible for the child's laundry and light house chores such as vacuuming, washing dishes and dusting ."
I just could not get along with the family. Nothing I seemed to do was right.' -Michelle Nichols, freshman Although the students live in the home with the family, they are not always treated as a family member . Nichols said, "I had free use of the family room, but I had to buy my own telephone and I was not allowed visitors during the week and very seldom on weekends." This is not true in all cases , however. Regina Murphy, freshman, a live-in babysitter said, "I had free use of the whole house and was allowed to have visitors whenever I wanted to do so. I had my own telephone that the family paid for and my own television," Murphy said. Besides the student's adjustment, an adjustment also has to be made by the family, since a stranger has just come to live with them . This person will be eating meals with them, and taking care of their child or children. This person may have habits which the parents dislike. The parents could also disapprov~ of the way in
Babysitting is a common way for college students to earn extra money. However, a new option is being a live-in babysitter. (photo by Cara Graham) which the person takes care of their children. These and many other problems may arise in this type of arrangement. In some cases, the problems may overpower the situation, and the student may be forced to leave. "I just could not get along with the family. Nothing I seemed to do was right, and I was finally forced to leave, not by the parents, but just by my own judgement," Nichols said. However, the student and family may
also form a close bond, and the student may come to be considered a member of the family. In this case, it may become difficult for the student to leave ifhe or she is forced to do so. Murphy said, "I had to leave to come back to school. When the family found out, they gave me a party, and at the party, the little girl cried." The right conditions seem to be the key to a successful relationship between a livein babysitter and the family.
Healthservices: Howdoes Cabrinimeasureup? by Joan Kramer
Cabrini's health services are led by Nurse Mary Mulligan, M.A., and five qualified student medical assistants, who are trained in helping students with common illnesses, and in emergency calls. (photo by Mark Magner)
Nearly all four-year colleges and universities assume some responsibility for the health care of their students. The extent of this care may range from basic first-aid to comprehensive medical and mental health services. The difference depends on a number of factors, such as the health service's budget and the source of those funds, and the extent to which students press for programs. Cabrini College's Rudy Rooymans Counseling Center houses facilities serving both students' medical and mental health needs. The campus health services are headed by Nurse Mary Mulligan, M.A., and five qualified student medical assistants, who are trained in helping students with common illnesses, and in emergency calls. Sophomore medical assistant Pat McKenna said, "The most common illnesses I have come across in students are colds, nausea, and diarrhea, which result from food changes, headaches,
,cause many illnesses," and migraines, menstrual cramps, added,"Eating disorders are prevand very often stress." He added, alent, and I suggest that students "Stress brings on a lot of physical eat between 1000 and 1200 caloproblems. Its like a trigger mechries daily, and engage in slimanism." Medical as ,sistant at nastics." An article on stress Cabrini East, Maureen in the October issue "Ms" magaMcKenna, senior, agreed, "Stress zine said, "The most common is the big thing in the commuting problems that affect the physical student." Mulligan said, "Walking and - and mental health of students are alcohol, drug abuse, and eating exercising are important for getdisorders . These common illting rid of stress," and added, "I do nesses may stem from tension give out stress tabs in some cases. with parents, sexual confusion, or Another common complaint worrying about a job." made by students is fatigue, and my administration of B-12 shots ''These medical assistants, Pat can be dispensed." and Maureen McKenna, Mike There are a host of reasons (Tamburro, junior) and Michelle behind the student illnesses. Tamburro (senior), and Ladonna McKenna said, "Students do not Mehecca, (senior) all have the dress properly. They underestiability to handle pressure," mate the weather." Mulligan said. When students have any inclination that they may be ill, Mary Ellen Lilly, director Mulligan stressed, ''The sooner of resident life, said, ''They are they seek help the better, or else certified in CPR and advanced the illness will build up and first aid. In case of an emergency, worsen." there is always one medical Many of the sicknesses stuassistant on duty every night, and dents encounter may be due to on the weekends in the dorms; in outside factors. Mulligan said, severe cases, an ambulance will ''The after affects from drinking be notified immediately."
