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Take note... President Nigh takes notes during the general faculty/staff meeting last Friday. See RELATED STORY Page 6.
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egal action has interfered with construction of KCSC's new radio tower. The tower was scheduled to be put up last September at 1501 NE 101st St. in Oklahoma City. John Powell Walker, who owns land adjacent to the new tower site, is appealing the permission the city gave the station, said Brad Ferguson, general manger of KCSC. "There is an ordinance in place for protection of land owners," said
Walker. clearer signal and greater coverage," "There is a safety issue. Should said Ferguson. someone be allowed to put a tower But will the tower go up? high enough that if it fell, it would "It's my intention that the tower fall on an will not be built adjacent on that piece of landowners land," said The tower will be twice Walker. property? It would be a risk as high as we are now, "UCO used and a nuisance, which will mean a clearer their political and would affect power to drive the economic signal and greater through the value of the coverage. board of surrounding adjustments. property." "The —Brad Ferguson permission does But KCSC is KCSC general manager not comply with interested in the benefits of a city ordinances, higher tower. and we intend to n'he tower will be twice as high take it to court." as we are now, which will mean a The station cannot get a building
permit until the issue is cleared up, said Ferguson. "The FAA has dedicated the land in that area as an antenna farm," he said. "There are already other antennas on the land." Ferguson added, "Other than the delays, it's not costing us any money." Walker guessed that the issue would be cleared up within a year, but Ferguson hopes it won't take more than two months. The new tower is being funded by a grant from the Department of Commerce and donations, said Ferguson.
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MEETING UCO general faculty/staff meeting focused on raising money for the campus.
SGA Student government leaders propose to reword the SGA constitution.
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irst of all, sexual subject matter did not evoke a student walk-out. What was shown on the videos that day dealt with cross-dressing, not sex as you presented in your article on Tuesday, January 21. Secondly, I don't know where you got the information that "several" students complained to Dr. Norman." The general consensus of the students who participated in the gender communications class found it interesting but were confused about what "gender" actually meant. Thirdly, the division of the
class was a voluntary act and was encouraged if anyone felt uncomfortable about the subject matter being presented. Gender communication was still being taught in both groups but presented in two different ways. This class was very informative and presented in a professional and academic way. Dr. Wardrope and Dr. Kleeman presented what the syllabus stated. They did not intend to offend or coerce the students to change their values or morals to mirror their own views. They just wanted to make us aware of the different kinds of labels that
society places on human beings. This class was not about homosexuality. It was about race, biological sex, relationships between people, cultures and how the media viewed and molded what people think about them. It is unfortunate that these two professors, who are a great asset to this university and their professions are being labeled as "bad guys" for presenting and teaching students a subject that should have been taught to each of us years ago. —Ticcia Palmer UCO student
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Statistics show ups and downs of OKC quality of life By Marcy Beck Staff Writer
"strong improvement...due to statewide economics. Oklahoma City's violent crime rate has reform." Standardized test scores have "I think that in the long run, the city leveled off since 1991, but non-violent risen four points since 1990 to the 70th will continue to enjoy this rather slow and crimes are on the rise. Total crimes in hings maybe looking up in percentile in 1995. unspectacular growth," Johnson said. Oklahoma County rose 7.5 percent in Oklahoma City—statistically Figures indicate the economy may be Per capita income has risen from 1995 with a total of 67,121. speaking. shaping up as well. According to the 1990's $17,541 to $20,337 in 1995, a According to the study there were A recent study by the Greater study, 1995 retail sales are up $1.485 15.9 percent increase. This is below the 2,666 confirmed cases of child abuse in Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce billion and the rates of office vacancies national average, but the study shows the 1995, the largest number of confirmed shows an improvement in 1995 scholastic have declined from 27 percent to 20 average amount of money people make in cases ever reported in Oklahoma County. scores, retail sales and per capita income. percent. Oklahoma City has consistently risen in Finally, the study revealed that teen But climbing statistics in the areas of "Growth is based on a reasonable each of the past six years. motherhood is still on the rise with a 10.6 crime, child abuse and teen motherhood economy... I think that it's well spread out While these increases show positive percent rise over the past five years. This indicate there may still be room for over the economy. I don't think that it's a aspects of the city, there are other means that 63.6 percent of those who improvement. boom bust at all," said Dr. Joseph growing numbers that present a different gave birth in 1995 were girls in their The report shows education has made a Johnson, assistant professor of perspective. teens. 4
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University officials satisfied with enrollment figures By Roy Howe Guest Writer lthough UCO is experiencing a 6.4-percent drop in student headcount this semester compared with last spring, university officials are satisfied with this number due to an adjustment made in the current budget in anticipation of a decline. Total spring enrollment is 13,589 compared with 14,513 at this time last year. The true test of a university's ability to "pay the bills" involves its full time equivalency (FTE) enrollment number. This spring, the preliminary FTE
enrollment is 9,609—a 5.8-percent drop from last spring's FIE enrollment. "We budgeted for a 6-percent decrease in F1'h enrollment," said Dr. Ed Cunliff, director of institutional research and planning. "So, we're better off than we thought we'd be." A student body's FTE is based on a 15hour course load for undergraduate students, and 12 hours for students pursuing their master's degree. Enrollment hit an all-time high spring enrollment in 1994 with 15,532 students attending. This was followed by a record 16,039 students attending the following fall semester. Those numbers were unexpected, said
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institutions are experiencing lower enrollments, as well," Cunliff said. A breakdown by classification shows this spring's senior population to have the largest decline with 3,916 compared with 4,274 this time last year. In all, UCO enrolled 2,532 juniors, 1,999 sophomores, 2,387 freshmen and 2,755 graduate students. Although the university's enrollment is sufficient to support its goals, Cunliff said some efforts to enhance future student headcounts could include efforts to improve UCO's retention rate and examining academic programs to ensure they fit community and college regents' expectations.
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Nigh announces Webb's involvement in decisions By Joanna Owen-Clouston Staff Writer
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CO President George Nigh announced he will include his successor, Roger Webb in his decision-making process over the next few months. Nigh spoke during the spring general faculty/staff meeting Thursday, saying he wants to concentrate on programs and policies already in place and raise money for the campus during his last five months in office. He said Webb will be on campus for various activities during the spring semester and will attend many of the interviews for new hires and make many of the decisions. "We have agreed there should be only one president, but in this case it is not going to begin and end on one certain day," he said. "The major decisions that must be made now—I will make. The decisions that should be made for the next few years for the University—he will make
and I will sign off on." He broke the figures into Other UCO administrators addressed classifications and explained that the the group with updates on department decline in enrollment is affecting all the changes. universities in Oklahoma. •Dr. Albert Lynd, "Some of the decline associate vice president could be the lower of academic affairs, told unemployment rate," he the group about plans to said. change class starting 'Jerry Legere, times next fall. assistant vice president "Classes will start on for admissions and the hour," he said. enrollment, said grades •Terry May, assistant will no longer be mailed vice president of to students. academic affairs, spoke "There will be four about advertising for different ways for new employees and students to access their funding to enhance grades," he said. faculty technology. •Lee Kessinger, He explained the director of information technology fund the technology, said the Roger Webb campus received last fiber optic system would year was not a one-time be completed within the fund but will be received annually. next two weeks. •Dr. Ed Cunliff, director of institutional •Blanche Washington, director of research, updated the group on enrollment human resources, shared the mission of figures at UCO. her department, including programs they
are working on. She said they have a new employee orientation which is a service to provide all new employees with an overview of university structure. •Peggy Foster, director of student support services and the counseling center, gave an update on the employee assistance program. A proposal will be presented to Nigh to have Integris Mental Health Service provide services to UCO employees, Foster said. •Carol Berry, assistant director for public services at the library, asked professors to let their students know the library will be closed during spring break so items can be moved. She said the construction to the new part of the library will be completed in March, but renovations to the existing building will continue throughout the semester. Updates given on other construction progress indicate all buildings except the University Center should be completed by June.
Women's caucus reveals male-female ratio findings By Joanna Owen-Clouston Staff Writer
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study of the ratio between men and women in various departments on campus was discussed in the Women's Caucus meeting Thursday. Dr. Judith Lepuschiz, assistant professor in education, researched the topic and shared her findings with the members. "I tried not to interpret the data, but show the trends as I see them and allow you to form your own questions," said Lepuschiz. The university is making great strides in hiring more women, she said. But using data from 1996, men still out number women in most departments. Each college and each department was broken down into how many full-time faculty men and women taught in the area. Last year, two departments were even in the ratio of male and female faculty. They were psychology with seven each and creative studies with one each. Mathematics and statistics had
the largest difference with fifteen men and three women, although the department does have more women in top departmental positions. Two departments had no women at all. They were funeral
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nursing department had the most difference with two men and twelve women. In the administrative positions, excluding the president from the data, Lepuschitz found the ratio
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Pulitzer prizeleanna, a Pulitzer prize-winning play by David Mamet dealing with the complex issues of sexual harassment and political correctness, depicts the struggle between accused and accuser, and the power of both. UCO student Ben Hall portrays an egotistical professor up for tenure who finds himself charged with sexual harassment following a meeting in his office with a help-seeking student, portrayed by former UCO student, Lisa Lasky. Hall said he liked the fact Mamet does not take sides— nobody is completely right or wrong. "It is an issue that is so complicated that people tend to have preconceived notions, Oleanna brings it down to where it counts—one on one," he said. His second time in this role, Hall said UCO's 1995 production was wonderful
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Hopkins scores 25, UCO wins fourth straight By Cory Miller Sports Editor
UCO wrestler Brian Edwards takes on Indiana Greyhound opponent in the NCAA Division ll Showdown Duals Friday. The No. 2 UCO matmen lost to No. 3 Nebraska-Omaha in the Championship Finals Saturday. (Staff photo by John Clanton.)
UCO's home-winning streak snapped at Showdown Duals Third-ranked Nebraska-Omaha ends UCO's 53-match home- winning streak over the weekend at the NCAA Division ll Showdown Duals
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he No. 2-ranked UCO wrestling team could not hold off No. 3ranked Nebraska-Omaha (UNO) losing 25-16 in the Championship Finals of the NCAA Division II Showdown Duals at Hamilton Field House Saturday. UNO who trailed by six points with three matches left, got a pin from 177-Cony Royal over UCO's Brian Edwards at 0:45 pulling UNO even with UCO at 16-16. Then Nebraska-Omaha's Pat Kelly III, second-ranked at 190, pinned UCO's Jerome Adams at 1:02 which put UNO on top 22-16. UCO also lost the heavyweight match by a decision which enabled UNO to win the crown 25-16 ending UCO's three-year reign as tournament champions. "They're just a little bit better than us right now. We just need to stay patient and keep striving to get better," said UCO Head Coach
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Lady Bronchos lose to secondranked Abilene Christian on the road By D. J. Weidner Sports Writer ABILENE, Texas — The Central Oklahoma Lady Bronchos fell in defeat at the hands of the second-ranked Abilene Christian Wildcats in a 79-62 contest Thursday night. The Wildcats crashed the boards with 46 rebounds to UCO's 26 on the night. Ericka Knight led the Wildcat's rebounding with 10, six of them offensive rebounds. For the night ACU grabbed a total of 20 offensive rebounds compared to UCO's four. The Lady Bronchos were not able to take the lead from the Wildcats, but they did close within five points late in the first half. The Wildcats ended Central's rally by scoring six points to end the first half to make the score 37-26.
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UCO softball team picked to win LSC-North Division By D. J. Weidner Sports Writer
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he Central Oklahoma softball team, picked by conference coaches to win the LSC-North Division, will open the 1997 season with 10 returning players.
SOFTBALL PREVIEW The softball team, coached by Dr. Gerry Pinkston, finished with a 26-17 record last season. Pinkston has been coaching for 21 years and has a 400-258-1 and was inducted into National Softball Coaches' Association Hall of Fame last year. With the experience of the returning
players, Pinkston believes that the Lady Bronchos can win the Lone Star Conference Championship. "I expect that we will play well and hopefully be nationally ranked," said Pinkston, "If we are ranked we could get in the national tournament." The Lady Bronchos pitching staff is led by the Dannels experience of Stacey Dannels and Lawanda Worthy. "They both have pitched for years and are not intimidated by anyone," said Pinkston.
Dannels, a junior from Oologah, is entering the season with a 15-7 record on the mound and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.11. Senior Lawanda Worthy is returning with a record of 11-10 from the '96 season. She had an ERA of 3.03. The Lady Bronchos have two returning sluggers with batting averages over .400. Sophomore catcher Staci Dickerson ended the '96 season with a .409 batting average and set single season school records for home runs (7) and runs batted in (45). "Staci was hampered by shoulder problems and didn't even play defensively last year," Pinkston said. Sophomore short stop Chasidy Horton has the team-high batting average of .413.
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SGA seeks simplified structure Leaders suggest rewording the constitution By Patrice Patterson Staff Writer
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he Student Government Association (SGA) is proposing new changes to update their current constitution. "We want to make our constitution more of a framework, making it more realistic, easier to read and less complicated," said Ben Harris, speaker of SGA. The constitution is much too lengthy and detailed, said Harris. Last semester, SGA unsuccessfully attempted to create a bi-cameral
becoming the house of representatives. The writers hope it's also easier to We want to make our constitution more of a understand. "Some of the wording has been framework, making it more realistic, easier to changed to make the constitution clearer, read and less complicated. more concise, avoiding redundancies," said Dale Archer, one of the head writers —Ben Harris of the proposed constitution. SGA speaker In the current constitution, you can call the president five different things, in the constitution that would have changed the The latest draft of the constitution has proposed constitution we have narrowed way SGA ran student government. several proposals. it down to two—the president or student UCO President George Nigh vetoed SGA leaders are now proposing to body president, he said. the proposal saying he did not want to change the name of the organization to "These new changes are only to undertake such a complex matter so close Student Association. They would like to improve and clean up our current to the end of his term as president. turn the current senate into the house, constitution," said Harris.
Million-dollar golfer to speak at sports luncheon Hall of Fame honoree to join in celebration of female atheletes By Patrice Patterson Staff Writer
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Photojournalists awarded honors at Taos exhibition By Joanna Owen-Clouston Staff Writer bout 30 people gathered Friday to recognize the winners and participants in the "Tokens of Taos IV" photography exhibit in the Donna Nigh Gallery. The photographs were all taken during the journalism department's annual fall break trip to New Mexico, led by Dr. "Woody" Gaddis. Best of Show and Purchase Award went to photojournalism student Debbie Vetter. Vetter's hand-colored photo of church ruins from the inside looking out was purchased by the gallery for $100. This is Vetter's second year to go on the Taos trip and she said she was surprised the picture turned out as well as it did. "It was the last place on the trip that we stopped," she said. "It was a real gloomy day and I wondered what kind of shot I would get because of the light." She almost didn't enter the photo in the exhibit because she didn't think it went well with the rest of her entries. Vetter entered it "because I had to have four in
the exhibit to get a grade." Other winners include: *Kate Mclntre—Best Black and White for her photo titled "Pot Belly del Sol," which showed pottery inside a room. *John Eagleston—Best Color for his photo titled "Perpetuating Fall," The photo shows a clothes line with leaves hanging from clothes pins. Six photos received honorable mentions: *Meredith Jordan's "Stained," a color photo of the inside of a church and an untitled black and white photo of an old door. *Chris Landsberger's "Jacob's," a black and white photo of a ladder in a room going up to the roof with light shining in. *Kate Mclntre's "Off Square-Santa Fe," a color photo of the front of an old business area. *Conrad Smith's color photo of a blue door with a shadow of stairs. *Debbie Vetter's "Wooden Horse," a color photo of a wooden horse in front of a door. *C. Rainette Sutton's "Cross," a color photo. The exhibit will be displayed until Feb. 17 in the gallery located on the 4th floor of the University Center.
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CO has been chosen as the site for a special track and field meet April 17. What matters most to these athletes is that UCO students are there to cheer them across the finish line. Eight hundred olympians from Oklahoma County will go for the gold in the Special Olympics Capitol Area Spring Competition. Eight track and six field events are planned, said Dr. Donna Cobb, UCO associate professor of health recreation and physical education. Part of her job for the event will be to coordinate volunteers. Cobb said heath, recreation and physical education majors will play a "very large role" in the games. Still, she anticipates the need for about 400 more student volunteers.
The Oklahoma Special Olympics is a year-round sports and training and athletic competition for children and adults with mental retardation. Participation in the Special Olympics provides these athletes with fitness. Perhaps even more important, participants have the opportunity to demonstrate courage and experience joy, she said. "You just see that smile on their faces and the excitement of having finished the task. For most, it doesn't matter if they win or lose, but that they participated," said Cobb. Special Olympians also participate in the gift of sharing skills and friendships with family and others in the community. Volunteers are part of that community, she said.
"The huggers are the most important," said Cobb. Each of the approximately 250 track competitors need a hugger. Other volunteers are needed for registration and for the 8 a.m. opening ceremony. The opening ceremony is still being planned, but typically, color guards and even clowns add to the festival. No special training is needed for volunteers, just "people who enjoy working with other people and (who) have big smiles," she said. Benefits to volunteers are two-fold, she said. One benefit comes from experiencing a leadership role. Another is being involved in the courage and excitement. "Once you get to the track on the day (of the meet), it's contagious."
Oklahoma County library group seeks donations of used books By Lisa Tatum
Staff Writer f you are still looking to unload all the books you never got around to selling back to the bookstore, look no further—Friends of the Metropolitan Library System will take them off your hands for free. For the past 16 years the group has relied on donations of used books, videos, and audio books to resell at their annual booksale. The sale, which benefits Oklahoma County's Metropolitan Library System, includes more than 260,000 titles offered to
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From the spring meet, champions will go on to the state level at Oklahoma State University's Lewis Field. Cobb said the state meet was held at UCO until the event outgrew the facility. She said she's glad local Olympians are coming back to the UCO track at Hamilton Fieldhouse. The event lends visibility to the university as it will host students and their families from all over the area. Cobb said a schedule of events will be made available as soon as details are worked out. Volunteers need not be present for the entire meet and can work events into their class schedules. She urged students who want to help out to call her at 341-2980, Ext. 5239. OD —By Mary Reinauer
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ecause students are considered the highest risk group for contracting HIV, a campus organization tested approximately 250 UCO students last year and will continue to offer the test this year. "We target students because they're the highest risk group," said Rev. Cooper Ames, director of the Wesley Foundation, a United Methodist student organization. The Wesley Foundation, located at 311 E. Hurd in Edmond, offers free HIV testing each Monday from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Other Options, the organization performing the test, counsels students about safe sex and will answer any questions about HIV. The test is anonymous. Blood samples obtained with a finger prick, are sent to the health department, and results are available in two weeks, said Ames. For more information contact the Wesley Foundation at 341-5450. Other HIV testing options include the Health Department, located at 921 E. 23 Street in Oklahoma City, which offers free testing Monday through Friday from 8-lla.m. Other Options also offers free testing at their offices in Oklahoma City at 1407 N. Robinson on Thursdays from 7-9 p.m. A home test is available through drugstores for approximately $55, said David Watson, disease intervention specialist at the Oklahoma County Health Department.
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"One disadvantage of the home test is that there is a chance for false positives, which means the test may turn out positive, but it doesn't necessarily mean the person is carrying the HIV antibody," Watson said. "If the test turns out positive, there is a telephone number included in the test that the person must call to find
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AIDS survival rates increase due to new enzyme treatment The AIDS epidemic may seem hopeless, but recent figures released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offer a glimmer of light in the darkness. AIDS deaths dropped 30 percent last year in New York City. In 1995, a total of 7,046 New Yorkers died from AIDS related illness—about 19 each day. Last year the number dropped to 4,944—or 14 each day. Statistics from the Oklahoma Health Department show that 1,622 people in the state have died from AIDS related illnesses since 1988 when they started keeping track. The health department's latest figures show a total of 2,662 AIDS cases statewide and an additional 1,731 HIV positive people. Of those, there are 589 HIV positive cases in Oklahoma county and 965 confirmed cases of AIDS. AIDS specialists nationwide have noticed an increase in the survival rates of their patients since the introduction of protease inhibitors as a treatment. Protease inhibitors were approved by the Food and Drug Administration in 1995. "Proteases are enzymes that break down proteins," said Dr. James Bidlack, assistant professor of biology. So a protease inhibitor would stop the breakdown of proteins. "A body is a big bag of proteins...when sickness and age occur, the protein begins to breakdown," he said. A protease inhibitor prevents enzymes from breaking down your body."
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AROUND CAMPUS TODAY • UCO's Society of Professional Journalist will meet at 1:30 p.m. in Room 215 of the Communications Building to elect new officers. For more information call Cynthia Chung at 475-3300. • The Bloodhounds, UCO's blood drive organization, will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the University Center Food Court to discuss the winter blood drive. For more information contact Chad Jackson at 3306456. ✓ Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship will meet at 7:30 p.m. at Cathedral of the Hills Church, 1600 S.E. 15th, Edmond. Basketball, volleyball and video games will be offered and refreshments will be served. For more information call Gwen Johnson at 341-2980, Ext. 4254. ✓ The Medieval Society will meet at 2:30 p.m. in Room 213 of the Liberal Arts Building. Guest speaker Dr. Terry Clark will present, "The Impact of the Printing Press on Medieval Europe." For more information call Dr. Stephen Law at 341-2980, Ext. 5615.
A BRIEF LOOK AHEAD ✓ Circle K International will meet at 5:30 p.m. Jan. 29 at Milano's Pizzaria, across from the UCO Administration Building. Topics will include elections and scholarships. A free dinner will be served. For more information call Jalal Daneshfar at 341-2980, Ext. 2277 or Clint Stone at 359-9159. • UCO Marketing Club will meet at 8 a.m. Jan. 30 in Room 212 of the Business North Building to plan events and hold officer elections. For more information call Stacia Wert-Gray at 341-2980, Ext 2437. • UCO Human Resource Society will meet at 7:30 p.m. Jan 30 in the Business Building Auditorium. Special guests will be Dennis Montgomery and Jennifer Kraszewski. The program topic will be the benefits of joining the local and national chapters of the society. For more information call Dr. Elizabeth Fair at 341-2980, Ext 5555. • UCO Toastmasters will meet from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Jan. 30 in the Senate Room of the University Center. The meeting will focus on helping students improve their communication and speaking skills. For more information call Lit-Chyong Choong at 330-0582 or Shu-Pei Ang at 340-8742. ✓ UCO Soccer Club will meet at 6:00 p.m. Feb. 2 at Milano's Pizzeria, across from the UCO Administration Building. For more information call Jalal Daneshfar at 341-2980, Ext. 2377.
• Single Parents on Campus will meet at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 3 in the University Center Ballroom. Financial aid and income tax topics will be discussed. Free child care is available. For more information call Kari St Clair at 947-2354 or Stacy Thomas at 340-5628. • President's Club will meet at 4 p.m. Feb. 4 in the Dogwood Room of Central Cafeteria. For more information call Chris Bruehl at 341-2980, Ext. 4492. ✓ Omega Psi Phi will hold an informational meeting at 7 p.m. Feb. 5 in the Heritage Room of the University Center. For more information call Aaron Givens at 844-8610. • Malaysian Students' Association will hold their annual Malaysian Night celebration at 7 p.m. Feb. 8 in the Pegasus Theatre of the Liberal Arts Building. Malaysian food and cultural performances will highlight the event. For ticket information call Mr. Moh at 341-2746 or Li-Li Yong at 330-0237. • Student Programming Board will sponsor a presentation on body language by Jan Hargrave from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Feb. 13 in the Pegasus Theatre of the Liberal Arts Building. For more information call Suzette Dyer at 348-8767. ✓ Mortar Board will meet at 6 p.m. Feb. 13 in Room 126 of the Coyner Health Science Building.
The meeting's agenda includes voting on new members. For more information call Kristi Sims at 340-3640. • The Bronze Book will offer seniors one "last chance" to have their picture taken for the yearbook. Senior pictures will be taken from 8:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Feb. 19-20 in Room 207 of Thatcher Hall. For more information call Jill Slates at 341-2980, Ext 5107 or Ext. 5123.
GENERALLY SPEAKING • Faculty/Staff Volleyball games will be held from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. in the Wantland Hall Gym every Wednesday and Friday during the month of January. ✓ A Support Group for Personal Growth and Self-Exploration will meet each Wednesday at 3 p.m. in the Osage Room located on the 4th Floor of the University Center The group is sponsored by the Department of Student Support Services. For more information call Toppie Lincicome at 341-2980, Ext. 2215. News items for publication in Around Campus must be submitted at least one week in advance. Forms are available in The Vista office, Room 107 of the Communications Building, and should be printed or typed. Information will not be accepted by telephone. Items may run for two weeks prior to the event depending on space.
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SPECIAL NOTICES ENGLISH LANGUAGE CTR 1015C Waterwood Parkway ESL for International Students TOEFL & University Preparation $800 per 4-week session (Includes books & computer lab) Classes: 9:OOam-3:OOpm (M-F) Call: 348-7602 ENGLISH CLASSES at the Edmond Language Institute We teach English as a Second Language and are conveniently located on the UCO Campus at Thatcher Hall. PHONE: 405-341-2125 *9 LEVELS Intensive Training *NEW SESSION every 4 wks *PRIVATE TUTORING avail. *PREPARATION for TOEFL $$$ THE INTERNATIONAL Homestay program is seeking families in OKC or Edmond to provide "homestay" experiences for international students studying English, 8am-4pm, at the Edmond Language Institute, Thatcher Hall, UCO campus. The student pays the family $425/mo, average stay: 2-4 months. Requirements: A private sleeping room, meals & transportation to and from ELI. For additional info, call Ms. Vallejo at 235-7998 after 5pm or pager 791-9015. FRIENDS OF BILL W. M-W-F 12:10-12:50PM 311 E Hurd (behind Thompson's Bookstore) For more info 341-5450 or Margaret K at 359-1749 DUI SCHOOL State Certified Mon/Tue, Jan 27, 28 5:20-10:40 pm HOLIDAY INN EDMOND (405)232-1942 CREDIT AVAILABLE
SERVICES ATTENTION PARENTS! Do you want more for your children than daycare? Do you need a program for your child while you attend school? Phone Churchill Academy, 341-4314. A Standard of Excellence in Preschool Education. 4.0 SNU GRAD & OKCCC adjunct, types 120wpm, 15+ yrs. Student typing/editing/writing assistance in APA, Turabian, MLA, etc. Close to UCO & OKCCC. Laser/color printing. By appt only. Competitive services/rates. 340-2001, pager 557 - 9121. VISA/MC accepted. MAINLY MASSAGE for STRESSED STUDENTS Massage reduces anxiety, stress, BP, pain, promotes sleep & systemic functions. Payable via major medical insurance w/MD'S RX. VISA/MC accepted. Feel better SOON with therapeutic massage in serene suite near UCO. Student Discount. Appt ONLY. 340-2001 or page 557-9121.
FREE ANONYMOUS AIDS testing & WORD PROCESSING PLUS counseling, every Monday 7:30-9pm. No Secretarial Services appt necessary. Wesley Foundation, 311 E Term papers, book reports, resumes, Hurd, 341-5450. speaker notes, PowerPoint presentations, For testing info call 495-2732. mailing list management. Janet Helton (405)359-6299. FAST ACCURATE typing. Term papers, familiar with all formats. Laser printer PROFESSIONAL TYPING $1.25/pg, title page free. $1/pg after 30 •Resumes •Reports •Letters and more, all pages. NE of Edmond area. FAX 348-0162 printed on a laser printer. Can help with editing & writing. Pick up and delivery or phone Loretta 348-1005. available. Call Pat at 844-0175. IT'S TRUE Five 1/2-hr massages FREE For UCO faculty & students with purchase of first five 1-hr massages at $35-A $60 VISUALLY IMPAIRED student needs help value! Just what you and your friends with transportation from NW OKC to UCO, need. Unique gift idea too. Call Gene 755M-W-F, 9:40am, returning at 3pm. Call 2637 now. Shannon 946-1423. WORD PROCESSING/Typing, $1.50/page. Many printing options available. Call Erin at 359-6018. FAST TYPE One Day Service Available Professional typing & speedy service. Reports, theses, term papers, resumes & business needs. All formats: APA, MLA, ASR, Turabian, etc. Can help w/editing & writing. FREE spell check, minor grammatic & punctuation correction. Notary Public. Available anytime, 330-8243. RESUME RESUME RESUME Let a professional write and typeset your winning resume! Call Kathy at 330-1941. FOREIGN STUDENTS - Visitors. DV - 1 Greencard Program available. 1-800-7738704 and (818)882-9681. Applications close Feb 10, 1997. HERE IS A SEXIER, Healthier You! Lose weight, firm up, or even clear up your complexion. Call to schedule a free personal consultation to start on a healthier, sexier you! 297-5399. OLYMPIC STAFF massage therapist, 15 yrs experience, member AMTA sports massage team. Swedish, deep tissue, sports massage, Shiatzu. UCO SPECIAL $25, 330-9404. QUALITY CHILDCARE licensed through DHS. Located in NW OKC with easy access to Broadway Ext. For more info call Rhonda at 843-1762. IT IS NO LONGER necessary to borrow money for college. We can help you obtain funding. Thousands of awards available to all students. Immediate qualification. 1800-651-3393. NEED COMPUTER HELP? Set up Windows 95, Internet, Games, UpGrades, etc. In-home service (experienced). Call Dan 844-1132.
If life sucks, your love life's in the toilet, your grades stink and you're broke, we may be able to help. We are a group of graduate students needing volunteers for an experiment to be carried out throughout the semester. No lab experiments, we come to you at your home. Your life goes on as usual, but it might get better. For more information, please call Elizabeth at 348-8478, or Lisa at 943-0597.
UPS DELIVERS EDUCATION UPS is looking for part time loaders and unloaders to work in its OKC facility. Pay is $8/hr plus benefits. Interested applicants should stop by to see our recruiter every Wednesday 10:30-12:30, first floor, University Center. SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES FOR SOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS Apply now for six weeks of ROTC leadership training. Earn $750, six UCO credits, plus a $6000 two-year scholarship opportunity. Must meet age and health requirements, possess a 2.3 GPA or above, and have a 19 ACT or 850 SAT. No military obligation. Positions available from June 6th to July 26th. Call Major Boyd at 3421-2980, ext 5167 for more info. APPLY NOW BACK TO SCHOOL Up to $8.75 Part/full time, temp/perm, flexible hours, no experience necessary. Will train, scholarship/intern opportunity. Conditions exist. Call M-F 10am-5pm, 525-2433. ENCORE now interviewing for Sat & Mon sales clerk. Need responsible fashionconscious person. Hrs 10:30-5:30, $5.50/hr. Call Brenda or Debbie T-F 3403010. ATTENTION Spring Grads: STOP PANICKING! Begin building your career now. Part/full time available. Make your own hrs and create a solid and secure future. Great for all students. Call for an interview: 280-8736. DATA ENTRY RATE CLERK Full/Part Time Northside Tag Agency 2900 W Wilshire, OKC 843-7883
Your Next Job Description Could Be WOW! Join the staff of Frontier City and spend your summer as a ride operator or in admissions, security, grounds, first aid, foods, games, retail or accounting.
Job Fair February 7, 8, 9. Over 500 Positions Available. Seasonal jobs are perfect for students with busy schedules.
Call 478-3798 for an appointment.
NEED PERSON to help with house and kids 5 & 9 yrs old. Possible live-in and salary, 330-1175. EXCELLENT PART TIME job starting $6/hr for hostess or bus boy. Also hiring wait staff. Apply at the Steak Joint, 7628 N May Avenue, 840-0011. TELLER POSITION available for new UCO branch. Hrs are M-F 8-5. Contact Patricia at 341-6650, Ext 104.
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FOR RENT 1 & 2 BEDROOM APTS, Duplexes & Townhomes, Kennedy Place Apts, 1010 N Kennedy, Edmond (Near UCO), 3417911. Welcome Students!
STUDENTS WHY RENT? Own a 2/1 Mfg home near UCO for less than you are renting. Low Down. Financing $1500 WEEKLY potential mailing our to suit your budget. Call Oak Ridge 341circulars. No experience required. Begin 4479. now. For info call 301-429-1326. ONE BEDROOM apartments, 1 mile from UCO. Very nice, all new carpet, paint. NEED MONEY FOR COLLEGE? Info CH/A, ceiling fans, dishwasher, $325/mo. available on 3400+ sources from private & 341-6068. The Broadway,1305 S public sectors. Call Student Financial Broadway. Services for info: 1-800-263-6495 ext F58065 (We are a research & publishing MALE STUDENTS share 3 bedroom, 2 co.) bath apartment across from UCO Library. Clean, all utilities paid, $240 per bdrm, CRUISE SHIP Employment- World travel, 478-2767 or 525-3770. adventure, Income! Get the #1 source for finding work in the Cruise & Land-Tour ONE BEDROOM unfurnished (or partial) industry. For info: 800-276-4948 ext 10-unit near UCO, single adult or student, $270/mo, water paid, 407 Bauman (N of C58067 (We are a research & publishing water tower), 737-1141. co.) NATIONAL PARK Employment- Work in America's national parks, forest & wildlife preserves. Our materials uncover rewarding opportunities in the outdoors. Call: 1-206-971-3620 ext N58067 (We are a research & publishing co.) ALASKA EMPLOYMENT - Get THE #1 SOURCE for finding work in Alaska'a fishing industry. For info: 800-276-0654 ext A58068 (We are a research & publishing co.) WAIT STAFF needed for lunch & dinner rush 11:30am-1:30pm and 5-8pm. Apply at Fannie's on Broadway, 706 S Broadway. GYMNASTICS INSTRUCTORS needed for girls beg-adv classes. Applicants must have a gymnastics background, and love to work with children. Afternoon/eve hrs, perfect for students. Call 348-0733. PART TIME for data entry, filing, general office work, 20-25 hrs/wk, $6/hr, 810-9926. TEACHER Join our progressive and innovative team at The Children's Place, Baptist Medical Center's own childcare center. Full time, 3:30pm-Midnight position available. Requires High School diploma with a minimum of two years experience with young children and desire candidate working towards Early Childhood Development degree. Qualified applicants should apply in person, 7:30am-3pm M-Th, BMC Human Resources Dept, Baptist Medical Center of Oklahoma, Physician's Bldg, Suite 320, 3400 NW Expressway, OKC, OK 73112. The deaf or hearing impaired may call TDD: 945-5476. For complete info about all current employment opportunities, call: Jobline at 949-3101, EOE, M/F/DN. PART TIME warehouse help needed morns, $5/hr, Mon-Th, 3100 S Kelly or call 341-3846. PART TIME route driver needed for vending company. Must have own truck or van. Hourly wage plus mileage, 340-8255. CHILDTIME DAYCARE has openings for full/part time positions. Please apply in person at 425 N Bryant, Edmond. NEED CARING professional to care for 3mo-old child in Edmond office setting, 3 afternoons a week 1-6pm. Must be interested in child development. Only serious inquiries please, 330-0313.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES No Inventory • No meetings •No office • No Employees
DUPLEX for rent across from LA Bldg (walking distance to UCO). 2 bed, 1 bath, driveway. $400/mo, prefer student or staff, 330-3574.
FOR SALE 1995 SPECIALIZED Rock Hopper bike 19", blue, quad shock, grip shift, stx, excellent condition. Moving, call Chris (405)382-2738, leave message, $600 OBO. ••BRASS BED, queen, orthopedic mattress set, still boxed, cost $850, MUST SELL, $250 cash, 794-1204. »DAY BED, 2 mattresses, pop-up trundle, still boxed. Cost $850, MUST SELL, $250 cash, 794-1204. •PIONEER RECEIVER, 6 - disc changer, tape player, speakers. •Dining set & living rm chairs & tables. Call with offer 478-4513 or pager 499-5800. •Table-top computer 94-386, CD Rom disc drive & more, $499. 1981 SUBARU GL, nice, runs well, am/fm radio, $999.00. Call 478-4513 or pager 499-5800. 1994 HONDA Accord LX, immaculate, auto, pwr windows, locks, mirrors. Cruise, new tires, am/fm cassette. Low miles, low price. Call 478-4513 or pager 499-5800. 1987 NISSAN 200sx, good condition, $1800 OBO, 844-0290. •GLASS - TOP kitchen table & 4 chairs $75 •Black vinyl couch $25 •Black vinyl chair w/ott $75 •2 matching glass-top end tables, each w/lamp $25 ea •Cherrywood full/queen headbd $50 359-3368 HEWLETT PACKARD RPN financial calculator, Model 12C. Like new condition. Asking $50, call 751-2939.
ROOMMATES NEED TWO SF roommates to share 3 bedroom house NW OKC. No smokers, no pets, $250/mo + split utilities, 842-8669.
FUNDRAISERS RAISE $$$ The Citibank Fundraiser is here to help you! Fast, easy, no risk or financial obligation. Greeks, Clubs, Motivated Individuals. Raise $500 or more in only one week. 800-862-1982 ext 33.
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