Dramatists open with Williams''Streetcar'
THE TELESCOPE Palomar College · Volume 27 Number 24 · A Publication of the Associated Students ·
March 29, 1974 · San Marcos , Calif.
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'Child Week' features art, puppets, lectures, films Panel discussions, puppet shows, lectures, films and artwork will highlight the annual "Week of the Young Child" here Monday through Friday. The week's festivities will begin Monday with a talk by Virgil Bergman, dean of instruction, at 11 a.m. in the Student Union. On Tuesday there will be a panel discussion on the topic "Programs for Nursery Schools--Alike ? Different?" in room C-5 at 7:30p.m. Panelists are Mrs. Mary Anne Grafft, a traditional school director; Mrs. Nancy Sager, a Montessori school director; Mrs. Ruth Clothier, coordinator of child development at Palomar and Mrs. Maureen Lucas, a former infant-school teacher in London, England. Mrs. Lucas is the wife of an exchange high school teacher in Fallbrook. She and Mrs. Clothier, who recently returned from a trip to London to look at nursery school education will be able to give firsthand information about the English system. Mrs . Clothier said she found two main things in the informal infant schools. "First, there is the great caring that the head mistress has for the teachers working under her and the great feeling that the teachers have for the children. Secondly, aesthetic value is stressed--there are fresh flowers, bright colors, and an emphasis on beautiful things." Puppet shows for children in the campus lab school and for North County pre-school children are scheduled Wednesday. At 10 and 11 a.m. "Trouble
New course explores international politics "Foundations of National Power," a course dealing with the effects of geography upon the policies of national states, will be offered next semester. The instructor of the class will be Dr. Beauford Chambless. This course in geopolitics will study the uses of power in the world of international politics. The impact of political idealogy, public opinion as well as geography upon the shaping of national policies will be given an in-depth study. Special attention will be on the nineteenth century balance of power in Europe prior to World War One. Dr. Chambless has been teaching at Palomar since 1966. He graduated in 1941 from the University of Houston , and has a doctorate in history. Chambless said that in the course "I hope to inform the students of the nature of the defense forces of the United States, as well as the balance of power between other national states." "Foundations of National Power" will be worth three units.
With Truffles" and "Frog Prince" will be performed. •concessions of a Psychologist Father" will be the topic of Dr. Fitzhugh Dodson at 8 p.m. Thursday in the Dome. Dr. Dodson is the author of "How to Parent." The lecture is free and open to the public. A film made at the Child Development Laboratory, "How Children Learn Through Play," will be shown at 7 p.m. Friday on cable TV channel 10. Throughout the week artwork done by children in the lab school will be on display in Boehm Gallery. Also in the gallery will be children's artifacts from a collection of old toys belonging to Robert and Ruth Mathes. Richard Kornhauser's Sculptures for Children will be on view, too. For students and community members who are interested, the Child Development Lab will hold open house from 8-11 a.m. and 12 to 3 p.m. Monday through Wednesday.
Registration dates, application deadline announced for TEAL "Sexploration - A Study of Sexual Intimacy As Expressed By Humans" is just one course to be offered by the Student Help Center's TEAL (Voluntary Teaching and Learning) Program, in which Palomar students and teachers will have the opportunitytoteachclasses in any subject area of their choice. The classes may run from one or two sessions to eight weeks, and will not be available for credit. The course should not be similar to one that is currently offered. Applications submitted include: Sexploration, A Study of Sexual Intimacy As Expressed By Humans. This course will include an analysis of modern literature on the subject. Mature Students Problems . Covers difficulties of students returning to school after a long absence. The Draft Has Not Ended--Coping With , The Standby Selective Service System. All males over the age of eighteen must be registered with their local draft boards and have a classification in case inductions resume . An experienced draft counselor wlll moderate, and help with individual problems. Introduction to Oenology. The principals and practices of wine production for home use. Instruction will be given in the classroom, and practical work on location. Today is the deadline for turning in applications to the Help Center, in room R-3 (ASG) . Registration is set for April 16-18, and the classes begin April 22.
Janet O'Drane (front) and Evie Payne portray a scene from the first drama
Social Security defended "I want my pay now, and I want it all," was the opinion of many Palqmar business students as they discussed the role of government--too much or too
little-- and its effect on their lives. This is particularly true of the 5.85 perce nt deduction for social security benefits on the first $13,200 in salary.
Recital will feature guitar music, dancing
This quote came out during one of a series of discussions in business classes recently conducted by Robert E. Lent on current problems facing the world of business. A. K. McLaren of the Escondido Social Security Office defended the system, but did express concern over the r ecent trend in social security benefits. He noted that in the past, maximum benefits were $108 pe r month. They are now $275 and projections for 1980 are for benefits to exceed $700 per month, with over $1,000 per month allotted for 1990. "At that rate," McLaren asked, "where are we going?" McLare n pointed out that 90 percent of the work force is covered by social security and that benefits go to persons other than those retiring. Wives and families of workers do r eceive benefits upon the death or injury of membe rs und e r the program .
Folk, jazz, rhythm and blues and classical music will be performed by guitar students in a recital sponsored by the Music Department Wednesday at 11 a.m. in room C-5. The students, who composed some of the music themselves, will be performing on nylon-stringed and steel-stringed guitars. Participants in the recital are Dorian Glasso , Bruce Frederick, Vicky Zimmerman, Della Pratt, Lisa Hardy, Mel Hallam, Fred Zuill, Hans Spanzawacki, Bob Schwartz, Eugene Arnell and Mario Carrillo. Guitar instructor Joe Friedman and Music Department secretary, Rosalie Atilano, will perform a flamenco duo. Friedman will play the guitar and Mrs. Atilano will dance. The recital is free and open to the public.
Students today less fit, says expert By Glae Thien Today's college students are less physically fit than any other students of the last 30 years, fitness expert Thomas Cureton said in an interview session at Palomar last week. Dr. Cureton, who was named as one of the nation's three physical fitness authorities by the President of the United States in 1964, has tested college students at 10 year intervals since the 1940's. During this time, the physical condition of students has become progressively worse. "The main reason for the decline in fitness has been a lack of interest, • Dr. Cureton explained. "When I first conducted the test, it was during World War II and there was great interest. However, that interest has lowered since then." While today's student compares less favorably to his earlier counterpart, the same is true of Americans as compared to the rest of the world's people. •Americans really know less about fitness than the rest of the world," Dr. Cureton said. •rt seems our society
has become more automated and set other goals." Only 25 percent of the people in the United States have exercise programs and just four percent actually do workouts which are very good, Dr . Cureton noted. "Exercise is not the way to cure infection," the 73-year old professor emeritus emphasized, "but rather it is a way to achieve a special kind of health." Thus, exercise plays a major role in developing fitness by improving the muscles, the circulatory system and the other systems of the body. By reaching a status of good fitness, a person will help prevent the deterioration of his body. "There is no proof that exercise extends the length of one's life , but I do feel a fit person will live longer , " Cureton said. He pointed to his own family as an example, saying he has experienced the second longest life of over 400 Curetons he has researched. In developing an individual fitness program , each person will probablydevelop a slightly different type of work-out. "One of the first things to consider
production this spring, "A Streetcar Named Desire." (Photo by Jack Yon)
in devising a program," Dr. Cureton commented, "is where you live considering space limitations and other factors." Having a suitable site for exercise, each person should then begin a balanced program. beginning at 30 minutes, working to 45 minutes at a later date, and . eventually reaching the ideal work-out time of one hour. A variety of cardiovascular exercises should be included in the program, with an emphasis on swimming and jogging. Dr. Cureton himself tries to walk at least five miles a day while also swimming a mile. And, when he can, he enjoys chopping wood . For his diet, Dr. Cureton follows no set routine of foods, but he does try to achieve a ratio of 60 percent carbohydrates. 20 percent protein and 20 percent fat. •carbohydrates are especially needed." he said, •because they provide the energy for active muscles." During his week at Palomar, Dr. Cureton gave a variety of lectures both to the health classes and the community. In addition, he led groups in exercise periods.
Currently some $3 1 billion are p aid annually in social security benefits to 29 million retirees and other persons benefitting from the program. Collections barely equal this amount and the "cushion" or funding for the program amounts to only 12-15 months of benefit payme nts. Everyone knows the status quo cannot . continue forever, yet no one can come forth with the answer to the question, "How can we continue to increase these much needed benefits at the current rate and s till s urvive economically?"
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Ashbrook stars, directs famed American play •A Streetcar Named Desire" opened to a capacity audience last night in the Drama Lab. "Streetcar" will continue tonight, tomorrow night and April 4-6. Admission is $1 for students and $2 for nonstudents. Curtain time Is 7:30p.m. In room P-33. Tennessee Williams' play centers itself in New Orleans. Blanche du Bois, bred on a rich Southern plantation that had collapsed, once held title to a position of refined Southern respectability. Now. reduced to financial failure. she has come to a disreputable quarter of New Orleans to live with her sister Stella and the latter's husband, Stanley Kowalski, a brutish, almost bestial Polish American laborer. As a former Southern belle. Blanche exudes a spirit of refinement in her speech and actions. Her obvious disdain for Stanley le ads to his immediate resentment of her. This res entment ultimately leads to he r final collapse. "Many people consider this to be the greates t American tragedy," commented Buddy Ashbrook. director and star of "Streetcar." "I like to get into the act at least once a year." he s miled . "Everyone is working together, • said John Flynn, who portrays Pablo in the play. "It should be a fin e performance." Small problems were being straightened out during the final days of rehearsal for the play. Positions of lights were being checked. set placements were being rearranged . Even the right size and shape of beer bottle to be used was decided upon. Lead parts are: Blanche du Bois, Janet O'Drane; Stanley Kowalski, Ashbrook: Stella. Evie Payne; and Mitch, Vic Cornelio. Included in the rest of the cast are: Bari Wood. Cathy Craig, John Mensching, Liza Allen, Flynn, Mike Tabor, Ellen Hexom, Don Krout, Pam Kehler, David Dunlop and Steve Ellwood. Claudia Keithley isassistingAshbrook in directing the play. Norman Gaskins, returned from a sabbatical leave. Is technical director .
Veterans' president talks in speech area today L. Thomas Stubbs, president of the Association of California Veterans. will address all Interested veterans and students In the free speech area today at ll a . m . His talk will cover topics of Interest for the 1, <l47 veterans now attending school who are receiving educational benefits from the Veterans Administration. Subjects covered will Include readjustment problems experienced by the returning serviceman, the low GI Bill entitlements, unemployment and late VA checks in the San Diego area.
Beatty stars in 'Lilith' "Lilith," directed by Robert Rossen, will be Wednesday's film series offering. This overlooked film which Investigates the sharp contrast between romantic love and reality stars Warren Beatty and Jean Seberg. Other films In April include: "Faces" directed by John Cassavettes, April 17; and Haskell Wexler's "Medium Cool" dealing with the horror and contradiction of Chicago in 1968, April 24. Showings begin at 7 p.m. In room P-32. Admission is free.
News at a Glance!
Library hours during the spring vacation will be as follows: April 8-12, Monday - Friday, 7:30-4:00; April 13, Saturday, closed.
*** Applications for office in next year's ASG Executive Council are now available in the office of the Dean of Student Activities. Deadline for filing is next Tuesday. Positions available Include president, vice-president, treasurer, and two Executive Council representatives . The election will be held in the first half of May.
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If you are interested In going up to Calvary Chapel on Saturday nights, attend the Palomar Christian Fellowship meetings at 11 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays in S-5.
Baha'u'llah teaches us that "Should prosperity befall thee, rejoice not, and should abasement come upon thee, grieve not, for both shall pass away and be no more . " If you want to further investigate the Baha'i teachings, members of the Baha'i Club will be in front of the cafeteria each day at noon.
*** Club and student information for the Activities Calendar must now be given to the Dean of Student Activities office by Tuesday of the week preceding the event. The change from the Thursday deadline has been made so that the Information can now appear in the Friday edition of The Telescope.