The Vista February 4, 1992

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University of Central Oklahoma

World figure to lecture

TUESDAY February 4,1992

The Student Voice Since 1903

Carter captures '92 crown By Shene Murphy

Staff Writer

By Sam Powell Staff Writer Students at the University of Central Oklahoma will have an opportunity to receive a geography lessen from one of the world's great geography authorities next week. Gilbert M. Grosvenor, president and chairman of the National Geographic Society, will be the keynote speaker at a breakfast hosted by the Nigh Institute of State Govenment, Feb. 12, in the University Center. The meeting is slated as a special "Salute to the National Geographic Society," an institute spokesperson said. Edward J. Pugh, assistant to the president, said Grosvenor is coming to Oklahoma City to meet with Gov. David Walters and other state legislators on a fund-raising expedition. Pugh said Grosvenor was invited by the Nigh Institute to speak at UCO, and will not be paid by the university, or any private organization. He said Grosvenor will attempt to persuade government officals and citizens to contribute to the society's education fund. See Lecture, page 5

Date rape topic for Feb. 12 panel discussion By Pam Thurman

Staff Writer

The University of Central Oklahoma Student Government Association (SGA) and the Residence Halls Association (RHA) will present a panel discussion on "Date Rape" at 7:30 p.m., Feb. 12 in the Pegasus Theater in the Liberal Arts Building. "I found out about thiee date rapes on campus this past year that were unreported. I want to get the information out to people that help is available, and it's not wrong to report it," said Jay Collins, SGA faculty relations chairman. Lt. Ed Forbes, Jr., from the UCO police department, said UCO hasn't had any reports of date rape since 1984. "Those cases were false reporting incidents," Forbes said. "Sometimes a girl may have a problem with her boyfriend and try to get attention by reporting a rape." Date rape is a statutory crime. But Forbes said many cases go unreported because the victim must remember and almost relive the rape during the trial. Panel members for the discussion include Forbes; Dr. Lewis Irving, UCO sociology department; Janis Chapel, UCO counseling center; Georgie Rasco, YWCA Rape Crisis Center director, Cari Routh, YWCA Rape Crisis Center assistant director. Nikki Cooper, a member of the RHA, will serve as moderator. The audience may also ask the panel questions. For information about the discussion, contact Collins, at ext. 3337. V

Sonya Carter displays her trophy after being named Miss Black UCO (Photo by Mike Simons)

Tears rolled down Sonya Carter's face as she chanted "Thank you, Jesus" over and over after she was crowned Miss Black University of Central Oklahoma 1992, last Wednesday night in the Mitchell Hall Theater. "They say the third time is a charm," Carter said. "This is my second time running for the Miss Black UCO pageant, and my third time running for Miss Black Oklahoma," she said. Carter is the daughter of Rev. C. Born and Rev. Coral Rex-Carter, and she is a member of a United Methodist Church. More activities will be planned for Miss Black UCO this year, said Gazelle Hughes, student director of multicultural student services. "We would like to take her out to speak at inner-city schools on specific issues concerning the youth, and also get her more involved in the student association as a representative across campus," Hughes said. "She will be busy during Black Heritage Month, representing and introducing special guests. Also, we would like to get her more involved in the NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People)." The Miss Black UCO pageant is a preliminary for the Miss Black Oklahoma pageant and the Miss Black America pageant. V

AIDS infects relationships By Penny Owen Staff Writer A cutting sincerity penetrated the marriage vows of Doug and Robin Longino last December when they exchanged the words "in sickness and in health." Unlike most newlyweds, they must now grapple with torn family relations, contend with thousands of dollars in medical bills, and swallow the venom of a deadly disease. Doug has AIDS. Robin does not. Doug, a 29-year-old University of Central Oklahoma human development major, said he leveled with Robin about having AIDS from the start, when they met as neighbors at an Oklahoma City apartment complex a year ago. Robin, a 23-year-old nursing student at Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City, said it never made a difference in the way she felt about him. "I had the biggest feelings for him from the beginning," she said. "Doug having AIDS never bothered me." Neither does the likelihood of caring for a sick husband, she said. Doug has Kaposi's Sarcoma (KS), a skin cancer common among AIDS victims. Each day, he injects AZT and interferon, plus takes vitamins, breathing medicine, and Restavil for sleep.

The cancer also causes skin lesions. So year-old relationship was exclusive. far, Doug said he has only four. "If you've ever looked someone that In 1990, a year after he was diagnosed you've been dating a long time in the eyes, with AIDS, Doug had his spleen removed, you know," Doug said, "You just know along with a part of his stomach infected they've been screwing around on you." with cancer. The woman had been vacationing in AfDoug has also lost some feeling in his rica. It was there that she had an affair with a legs due to the interferon. He said he will man presumably infected with AIDS, Doug undergo chemotherapy soon if the KS con- said. After learning tinues to spread. of the fling, Doug He gets disability income from up with her I had the biggest feelings for him broke the state to help and thought that from the beginning. Doug having would be the end pay for medicine AIDS never bothered me. and living exof it. Then, while penses. Any phys—Robin Longino shaving one day, ician services are he noticed some nodules on his provided free of lymph nodes. charge by his cousin, a surgeon at Baptist Medical Center in Oklahoma City. That, coupled with constant exhaustion, sent up red flags. "There are a lot of days I don't feel A visit to his doctor confirmed his worst good," Doug said. "Some days I feel really weak. But God has been very good to me in fears. Not only was Doug HIV positive, he had developed full-blown AIDS. that I'm a big, healthy boy." "I would pay a million bucks right now to And as many healthy heterosexual boys, Doug said he never thought the woman he be just HIV positive," he said. "I just can't tell you how bad. I just look at trying to live was dating locally three years ago would infect him with AIDS. several years until there is a cure." The news broke his mother's heart, but in For one thing, she had plenty of money time she accepted her son having AIDS and and sophistication, was intelligent and welltraveled -- not the type to sleep around with today Doug said she supports him, as does the rest of his family. drug addicts and bisexual men. Besides, he said he thought their oneSee AIDS, page 5


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Classes hindered by lack of books hree basic components are vital to the educational process. Professors and pupils are first and foremost in this series, but without textbooks, teachers and students are left without a common source of reference to exchange ideas. Also, professors are forced to waste valuable time covering material that could be assigned as outside reading. Several students and professors have aired complaints to The Vista concerning the lack of required textbooks at the University Bookstore. In the Jan. 30 issue of The Vista, Arthur Robinson, bookstore manager, blamed the shortage on the implementation of a new computer, communication problems with administration and a lack of manpower. He went on to say that ordering books is a full-time job and that someone would be hired next year to fill the position. Why wait until next year? Students need someone now. Each class session that passes without the necessary textbooks means a waste of valuable time for professors and money for students. This is a problem that must be addressed by the administration and bookstore immediately.

Bush's address misses mark nce again the president of the greatest nation in the world as opened his mouth and inserted his foot. In his "State of the Union" address, George Bush outlined a budget plan that sounds suspiciously like the trickle down voodoo economics story Ronny Regan told. Most people know it's a fairy tale and just don't believe it anymore. Bush says he wants to lighten the load of middle class America, but a capital gains tax cut would give the ultrarich the largest break on a percentage basis. Bush's budget would eliminate 246 domestic programs and trim the budgets for 84 others. He would eliminate construction on new public housing and cut money spent on prisons while streets are filled with the homeless and prisons are bursting at the seams. His $1.52 trillion budget would increase the deficit to $400 billion, almost double last year's $296 billion. Someday someone is going to have to pay the bill, and that someone is Mr. and Mrs. middle America. Bush should stop working on his anecdotes and proverbs and start working on a way to save his country from economic disaster.

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Long distance romances worth it By Julie Taylor

Guest Columnist After traveling across the United States this summer, I have come to one conclusion: The farther away one travels from home, the hotter the guys are. For example, boys from California always appeal to me more than native Oklahoma fellows ever have. Perhaps it's because I see them once a year instead of on a daily basis. Long-distance relationships have many positive and negative aspects, but can be worthwhile if one is aware of the "pros" and "cons" that exist in long-distance love affairs. There are many advantages to being involved with someone who's not within walking distance. He's cooler than any boy in your area code could ever think of being. It's funny how 3,000 miles can make an average boy elevate to the space usually reserved for Christian Slater on the Perfect Boy Scale. Weekly telephone conversations, which become as important as dates, are beyond belief. He sends you the greatest letters of all time, which come in handy when you need visual proof to confirm

your remarks about having the hippest boyfriend in the galaxy. Another advantage to being miles away from Mr. Perfect is that you have plenty of freedom to pursue your own interests like writing, painting and watching "The Simpsons." Lastly, you have a darned good excuse to travel. And since your dude rarely sees you, he'll probably make an effort to make visits memorable and special. Unfortunately, long-distance relationships don't always take on this sitcom-quality perfection. There are many disadvantages to being away from the one you adore. First, you have a lack of regular physical affection. This can be especially depressing during the holidays when the world seems stricken by Noah's Ark Syndrome; everyone but you is paired off with an ideal mate. Another unfortunate fact is that a "normal" fight is a traumatic ordeal that is agonized over for days. He also has a lot of time to kill, which is another downer. Is he sitting home on Saturday nights playing Monopoly with his parents or is he out having fun? If it's the latter, what's her name and is she skinnier than you are? Not wanting to appear nosy, you re-

frain from asking what he did on Saturday night and instead opt to freak out for days about it, finally coming to the conclusion that he's having an affair with Paula Abdul. The biggest disadvantage is that you begin to wonder if the relationship exists at all. He isn't there to share the moments of your life but is supposed to be a major figure in it. It sucks. Are long-distance relationships worth the trouble? I think so. I know I wouldn't give up my memories of Ryan, this god-like guy from Florida, for anything in the world. However, our relationship was tarnished when we were bornbarded with questions like "Are you dating other people?" "Will you move to be near this person?" and, the real clincher, "Do you think you'll get married?" The distance between us made it impossible to keep our relationship on a casual level. Yet, even though mine didn't work out, I still believe long-distance romances are worth it. Who knows, that guy from Montana might just be Mr. Right. And even if he turns out to be Mr. Right For Now, who cares? If he's the guy who melts your butter, go for it. V

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Students must support change have heard many complaints about the weight room. The two most popular are, the weight room isn't open enough, and that we need some new equipment. I would like to say that I echo these grievances and would like something done about them. Of course the student senate has passed a resolution in response to some of the gripes the students have, but I feel that if a petition

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were passed and signed concerned students it would help. I would like to start this petition and see some results in the near future. You will find the petition in the Broncho Field House, on the poster board, by the pool area. By signing, you will show that there is a problem, and you would like to see it solved. —Frank Friel

Corrections In the Jan. 28 issue of The Vista, the candidates of the Miss Black UCO Scholarship pageant were all incorrectly identified as 'Art Museum Directors.' On the front page, Marcie Barrett was identified as the Miss UCO of Edmond `predecessor.' Barrett should have been identified as the `successor.'


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Equality, not space the final frontier Classes dismissed on MLK day By Travis Clark

Guest Columnist

Long ago, in a city not far away lived a man with a vision of the future. His vision was where all were equal. A time and place where blacks, whites, men, women and people with pointed ears lived together in harmony. His name was Gene Roddenberry, the creator of Star Trek. About the same time, in a different city lived another man with a vision. His vision was for a time when men and women would be judged by who they were, not by their skin color. We celebrated his birthday a few weeks ago. His name was Martin Luther King, Jr. Two different men, two similar visions. Some say they were nothing alike, I say they were kindred spirits. Roddenberry's vision was not of phasers, teleportation and Vulcans. It was a vision of equality, true equality. Where people are accepted by who they are, not on who they're supposed to be. Yes, it's commercial. Yes, it's been blown out of proportion. But the statement is there — people are people, skin color aside. King's dream was more immediate. He wanted equality for all in his lifetime. Sadly his life was cut short, but his legacy lives on. Which brings me to the subject which has hounded us often: racism. Since most of my time is spent

dealing with words, let's examine the root of that word — race. The very word implies a contest. And that, it seems, is what it has turned out to be, a race. It's a touchy subject, and well it should be. Discrimination on the reason of ethnicity is a crime. But the root of racism is one of my personal pet-peeves, generalizing. Hate, ignorance, tradition and stupidity are also behind racism. I believe that all are created equal. Maybe not physically or mentally equal. Some were born with an inherent ability to do things better. Like Albert Einstein, or Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. But all deserve the same rights. To say that a person is better because of skin color is illogical. A person should be judged by his abilities, and nothing else. I don't mean that we should absorb cultures. Culture is what gives a person identity. Awareness of culture is essential to peace overtures to other nations of the world. But culture is not an excuse for prejudice and discrimination. Nothing new can be said on the subject of racism. But things must be restated until we, as a people, understand each other. Both Roddenberry and King had visions of the future. We have come a long way toward this vision, but we still have a long way to go. Space isn't the final frontier. The final frontier is the dream that one day all will be created equal. Truly equal. And I pray that that day will soon come. V

A merica has had many great spective campuses! cusing students to observe Martin leaders. In this, we have Oklahoma has recognized Mar- Luther King Jr. Day? Universities set aside a day to comme- tin Luther King by various activi- hold the clay of individual minds morate their special gift to the Un- ties around the state. For instance, to mold them into respectful citiited States. Dr. Martin Luther the march from the Ralph Ellison zens, yet can this be done without King, Jr. was one of many coura- Library (NE 23 and Martin Luther recognizing this famous black geous and outstanding leaders that King Blvd.) to the state capitol leader? focused on the growth and racial held on Jan. 15. The state of Okla- Martin Luther King Jr. was stability of this country. His devo- homa also recognizes this influen- "color blind." This humanitariantion and perpetual commitment to tial leader by awarding a scholar- ism should be reiterated in the the civil rights movement brought ship to the student who most accu- celebration of this holiday. Is it so forth an enormous amount of so- rately exemplifies the views of Dr. terrible that Dr. King had a dream cial change that eventually cost King in a 200 to 500 word essay. that little black boys and little him his life. As Americans we With the blunt action of the re- black girls would be holding the cherish this action by observing cent cross burning on the intersec- hands of little white boys and little M.L.K. Day every third Monday tion of Martin Luther King Jr. white girls? Why then can't all in January on the national, state Blvd. and 1-35, the clear message universities "hold hands" with the and local level. Being the astute is that there are still perverse rest of the country and allow this minds and citizens of tomorrow, minds that feel that they are super- celebration to take place on camshould this exclude the collegiate for to other races. Does the admi- pus on this commemorative day. students from celebrating Martin nistration of college campuses feel Virgil D. Richardson Luther King Jr. Day on their re- as if they are superior by not ex- Jeanette M. Smith UCO Students . —

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have a couple of questions and concerns I would like to express in reference to the presidential search. Why did the faculty senate pass a resolution attempting to put ridiculous stipulations on the requirements for the next president of our university? Stipulations such as requiring the applicants to be from out of state and have an earned doctorate. First of all, who would better know the critical issues in higher education that face this institution, a qualified, competent, respected Oklahoman or an outsider? Lets not play games con-

ceming the earned doctorate, the faculty senate would like to eliminate George Nigh from consideration. Many people disagree with this resolution and its intentions. I believe the faculty senate is extremely foolish, or at best, extremely ignorant. George Nigh could do many great things for UCO and rectify some of the problems that hamper the schools progress. The presidential post is a political position and it is high time we use the political process to promote UCO. George Nigh, or for that matter, the Secretary of

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What UCO parking problem? By Tambra Brown

Student Writer University of Central Oklahoma Police Chief Bob Roberts recently said over 300 parking spaces on the UCO campus are not used, daily. The empty parking lot is located to the east of Wantland Stadium, and is also known as the parking lot for the Broncho Apartments, he said. Roberts said some students think the parking lot is only for apartment residents. But Roberts said the lot is an unrestricted parking lot, and open to anyone. More than half of the parking lot is paved, and there are sidewalks leading all the way to the university, he said. Roberts said it only takes about five to seven minutes to walk from the lot to the middle of the campus. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, between 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., is when most parking problems occur, he said. Roberts also said Broncho Field House parking is often not at total capacity. Roberts said students should remember nine hints to avoid receiving a parking ticket: • Every university student, staff member or faculty member must display a university parking permit when parking on university property.

• Unless someone has the appropriate permit, they should never park in a blue reserved space, or one reservved for the handicapped. The police may have the vehicle towed. • Before entering a parking lot, read the sign at the entrance. • Students, staff members and faculty members parking on campus must have their vehicles registered, except between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. when they park at a parking meter. At all other times vehicles must display a parking permit at a parking meter. • Guests and visitors may park in any lot with a visitor permit, or at a paid parking meter. • Students should read the university parking rules and regulations. • When lending a vehicle to a friend, be sure the friend knows where to park on campus. • After receiving parking tickets, do not let them accumulate. Five unpaid tickets could lead to a vehicle being towed, or impounded. • If a student has unpaid tickets, he will not be permitted to register for future classes or receive a transcript. Problems or questions relating to parking on campus can be directed at the campus police department, located to the north of the Administration Building. Or, contact Roberts at ext. 2345. V

A lone vehicle occupies a parking lot located to the east of Wantland Football Stadium during the prime parking hours of 9:30-11:30 a.m. on a Monday. The lot is also known as Broncho Apartment parking. The photo was one of a series taken last semester when campus police were evaluating the UCO parking problem. More than half of the lot is paved, and several sidewalks lead directly to the university.

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AIDS Continued from page 1

"The National Geographic Society Board of Trustees has pledged $500,000 to geographic education in Oklahoma, but it must be matched by private or public funds," Pugh said. "They have already raised $100,000." Oklahoma is one of only three states the Geographic Society trustees felt deserved $500,000, Pugh said. The other two states are Mississippi and Colorado. The Geographic Society began administering education funding programs in 1987, and is now active in 46 states. "They have previously given $340,000 to Oklahoma for geographic programs, primarily workshops for active geography teachers," Pugh said. The funds are administered by the Oklahoma Alliance for Geographic Education. Pugh is chairman of the Oklahoma Consortium of Geographers, the organization that oversees the Oklahoma Alliance for Geographic Education. National Geographic Official Susan Norton said Grosvenor has played a key role in the society's growth. Because of his concern for student's lack of knowledge in geography Grosvenor launched a major effort to reawaken and upgrade classroom education, Norton said. His efforts include establishing geographic alliances, such as Oklahoma has, in several states. Grosvenor is the fifth generation of his family to be a National Geographic president. The society's second president, Alexander Graham Bell, was his greatgrandfather. According to a National Geograhic report the society was founded in 1888 for the "the increase of diffusion of geographic knowledge," and is the largest nonprofit scientific and educational institution in the world. "National Geographic," the official journal of the society, is mailed to more that 9 million members and is read by an estimated 40 million people. V

The same is not true for Robin, Although Robin and her father however. still communicate, Sandler said Robin said her father is vehe- the topics are limited to "news, mently opposed to the marriage. weather and sports." "My father has never met Doug "I'm still angry. I'm still dealand has no intentions of meeting ing with the anger that someone him," said Robin. "He feels it's could submit my daughter to that," not right for Doug to hook up with said Sandler, "I realize it's a twome knowing he may die." way street and my daughter has Robin's father, Bob Sandler, something to do with it, but that said Doug having AIDS doesn't doesn't erase my feelings about disturb him as much as Doug it." knowing his condition and still alDoug contends that it is the polowing the relationship to sitive relatiohships like those with continue. Robin and his family "This may that have kept him seem old- This may seem old- as healthy as he is. fashioned, but In fact, he mainif he cares as fashioned, but if he cares tains there are much about her about her as much as he plenty of days as he claims to, claims to, he would never when he feels he would never put her in jeopardy with quite healthy. The blue-eyed put her in jeosomething that deadly. 6-foot-2 blond, with footpardy with —Bob Sandler ball shoulders, is something that Robin Longino's father taking a full load deadly," Sandat UCO while ler said. Robin said that she and Doug keeping a 4.0 grade point average. were just good friends for a long He expects to graduate this year. time before becoming lovers. It After a day at school, he lends was not their plan to fall in love; much of his time to AIDS- related that was just the natural course causes and support groups, often their relationship took. spending hours consoling other Still, it would be different if AIDS victims and speaking publDoug had learned he had AIDS icly about the danger of AIDS. while already in the relationship, "Gays are well aware of what's Sandler said. With their feelings going on," he said. "It's the for each other already there, it straight community we need to worry about. I tell them not to be would be easier to understand why they would go ahead and get like I was and know all about married. AIDS, then not strap a condom "But I think that makes a world on." Taking notice of his efforts, the of difference, him knowing ahead Oklahoma State Health Departof time," Sandler said. "I'd probment recently asked Doug to be a ably run the other way rather than spokesman at their spring confersubmit someone to that."

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Cupid's arrows will fly Musical staged

A. K. Rahman, director of auxiliary services for the University Center Activities Board, reviews some work with Renee Lee, his secretary. (Photo by Mike Simons)

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By Pam Thurman

Student Writer

Staff Writer

Bawdy humor and lively music will take the stage as the University of Central Oklahoma Music Department prepares for its production of "The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas." The musical, by Larry L. King and Peter Masterson, will be presented under the co-direction of Carveth Osterhouse, assistant professor of oral communication at UCO, and Lara Teeter. Osterhaus said he is expecting at least a 94 percent occupancy for the production. He also said that opening night tickets are almost sold out. The humorous musical will be presented at 8 p.m., Feb. 13 through 15 at 8:00 p.m., and at 2 p.m. Feb. 16, in UCO's Mitchell Hall Theater. The plot of the play revolves around the times that were had at the Chicken Ranch, known since the 1850's as one of the better pleasure places in Texas.

For the first time, an evening of theater will follow the annual — versity of Central Oklahoma 'N./ Valentine's Day Dinner.

Miss Mona's Chicken Ranch played host to governors, senators, mayors and even victorious college football teams. Everything went well at the Chicken Ranch until it drew the attention of the television cameras. The lead roles of Miss Mona Stangley and Sherriff Ed Earl Dodd will be performed by Cindy Steele and Jim Henline. Tickets are $6 for adults, and $2 for students and senior citizens. UCO students, faculty and staff will be admitted free with a validated UCO identification card. Reservations can be made by calling the Mitchell Hall Theater Box Office, at ext. 2513. V

"The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas" will be presented at 8 p.m. in the Mitchell Hall Theater after the buffet is served from 6 to 7 p.m., Feb, 14, in the University Center Red Bud Room, and adjoining Cherokee Room. Hand-carved prime rib, fried shrimp and charcoal marinated chicken are the dinner entrees for the buffet. Breads, desserts and beverages are included in the cost of the meal, said Judy Elwell, activity director for the University Center. Judy Sosbee, Miss Oklahoma 1970, will serenade the guests at their tables, Elwell said. Longstemmed red roses also will be sold. For more information contact the restaurant, at ext. 2510 or Elwell at ext. 2245. V

New director plans student activities By Shene Murphy

Staff Writer When A.K. Rahman came to the University of Central Oklahoma seven months ago, he came with one thing in mind: to take action immediately and improve campus activities. Rahman was appointed to University Center Activities Board as Director of Auxiliary Services last year. He replaced Robert Fields as director. Born in Bangladesh, Rahman came to the United States in 1961. He attended Oklahoma State University where he received his bachelor's degree. He then attended Lincoln University and received

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SGA, aid director meet By Allen Norbury Student Writer In response to student complaints, the University of Central Oklahoma Student Government Association President Peter Regan and Vice President Joacquin Stevens met with Financial Aid Director Sheila Fugett. Regan and Stevens met with Fugett to observe the inner workings of the financial aid office. "As student representatives we are contacted by students with complaints about the financial aid office, and we wanted to see the other side of the coin and some of the changes," Regan said. Some of those changes include increased office space and personnel as well as a new computer system. "One of the major problems we have is the computers. That means that when the student coordinator is on one student and we have 15,000 students, 8,000 of which are applying for financial aid, we can't access very quickly. It's a slow process and that's where a lot of the frustration comes from," said Fugett. The UCO financial aid office received its new software program this month that will decrease the processing time and help overall efficiency, but the office continues to use the old program until the staff is trained and additional software comes in, Fugett said. However, students still have complaints. Don Neely, a pre-med student waited 30 minutes for his paper work only to be told the office didn't have it. "They misplaced my form. I'm just really mad and aggravated," said Neely. "I transferred from another school and received all types of financial aid there. Here they cut ev-

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Readvertising begins to fill nursing faculty positions By Roger Croce Staff Writer

Sheila Fugett, left, director of student financial aid, discusses recent complaints with SGA president Peter Regan, center, and SGA vice-president Joacquin Stevens, right. (Photo by Mike Simons) Fugett said the office has reerything in half. I should have re- sponded to student complaints by ceived $5,000, but I only received reviewing comment cards that stu$2,000. I even thought about dents have filled out, and by sendtransferring because I'm so mad at ing a letter to those students who the financial aid office," said Lynn claimed the service was Stone, a senior public relations unsatisfactory. "We do care. We know there are major Senior Photo Journalist Eric people who depend and live off of Castles said he also had financial aid," said Fugett. V difficulties. "I didn't get a Stafford Loan I was counting on last fall. I had to get a credit card to pay my tuition. I blame inefficiency and procrastination for not getting it back on time. My biggest complaint is that I'm no longer eligible to get that loan for the fall. I had to make an appointment with my counselor to find out what was happening. They always say you will know in a few weeks."

The College of Mathematics and Science recently advertised openings for two nursing faculty positions and received only one applicant, and plans are already underway to readvertise the posidons, said Dr. G. Kay Owens, college dean. At the same time, one position for a mathematics professor was advertised and 98 individuals responded, Owens said. The mathematical position was more heavily advertised than the nursing positions but other factors are also contributing to the difference in the number of applicadons, Owens said. "The health profession will be one of the hottest areas of employment over the next 10 years," Owens said. "There is a shortage of nurses nationwide." An aging society, growing health care, and epidemics like AIDS are contributing to the increased need for health workers, Owens said. Chairperson of the nursing department Dr. Carol Swink said that finding academically qualified personel is difficult in the nursing field, particularly at the doctorate level.

"Salary for nursing faculty is a problem," Swink said. "We cannot compete with what the hospitals in particular are paying now, and other clinical agencies." Advertisements for university faculty go out twice a year, said assistant vice-president of academic affairs, Terry May. An applicant for a full-time faculty position at UCO must first interview with the department chairperson, then be recommended to the college dean and undergo another interview. Then the college dean must recommend the applicant to the vice-president of academic affairs; then the vice-president recommends them to the president and the president takes the application before the Board of Regents of Oklahoma Colleges. V

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Staff Writer Six Central Oklahoma wrestlers each won three victories Saturday as the No. 1-ranked Bronchos defeated Augustana, Southern Illinois-Edwardsville and San Diego State in Broncho Field House. UCO improved to 12-0 in duals this season after closing out the day with its biggest win, a 32-9 victory against Division I San Diego State. The Bronchos held a 29-0 lead over the Aztecs before Lynn Fidler's injury default at 177 pounds. Senior 167-pounder Howard Moore led the way for UCO, but his closest match was his last, an 8-6 decision against SDSU's Aaron Crecy. UCO coach David James said his team is shaping up well for post-season competition, which begins Feb. 21 with the Midwest Regional in Edwardsville, Ill. "I thought our kids wrestled hard," James said. "We made some mistakes, but you're going to do that. I'm proud of our guys." Also earning three wins were Randy Zellner (118), Travis Moman (126), Todd Drake (142), Cunningham (158) and Wayne Cole (190). As with SDSU, the Bronchos jumped out to a big lead against SIUE. Moore's pin against the Cougars' Richard Wilsie at 167 gave UCO a 28-0 lead. SIUE's Chad Humphrey then decisioned Fidler 11-4 at 177, before Cole disposed of Trevor Clark, 4-3, at 190. The Cougars, ranked 15th in NCAA II earned a fall in the heavyweight bout to settle for a 31-9 loss. ,

UCO's only real test of the day came from 17th-ranked Augustana, who won four of 10 matches but lost 25-16 to the Bronchos. A major decision by Zellner at 118 and a technical fall by Moman at 126 gave UCO a 9-0 cushion, but 1990 national qualifier Ryan Martin fell 3-1 at the hands of the Vikings' Shane Blake. Drake followed with a 12-6 decision against Brent Loken, but UCO's Chance Skidgel was upended 7-1 at 150 and Augustana trailed just 12-6. Cunningham's win by disqualification of Viking Lance Smith at 158 and Moore's 15-2 major decision at 167, however, calmed James' fears of an upset. Augustana won two of the final three matches, though and settled for the nine-point loss. In other action Saturday, SIUE defeated Augustana 27-12 and SDSU 36-2, while the Vikings downed SDSU 33-9. V

Takedown specialist UCO's Todd Drake demonstrates one of his trademark takedowns. The junior from Andover, Kansas is the No. 4 ranked 142 pounder in NCAA Division II. (Photo by Mark Zimmerman)

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Ton'Nea Cox has turned into a rebounding machine for Central Oklahoma's women, and the Lady Bronchos needed all of Cox's inside work and more to subdue Texas A&I 95-85 in overtime Saturday in Kingsville. Cox scored a career high 23 points and added 17 rebounds, her sixth straight double-digit rebounding game, and Deer Creek sophomore Kim Martin added a career best 21 points for UCO as the Lady Bronchos overcame an 11 point second-half deficit to grab the crucial road win. The Lady Javelinas led 63-52 midway through the second half, before UCO rallied to take a 78-75 lead in the final minute. A&I's Karen Weiss hit three free throws

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By Bill Kramer Staff Writer It is written, "Greater love bath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." (John 15:13). Central Oklahoma wrestler Howard Moore has sacrificed himself three years for the Bronchos and was ready last year to sacrifice his life for his country. A member of the U.S. Army Reserves, Moore was just a phone call away from serving in Operation Desert Storm last January. "I had my bags packed, but I wasn't crazy about the idea of people shooting at me," Moore said. "It would have been my duty and I would have served to the best of my ability, but I can't say I was excited about going over there." Moore said he joined the Army in 1988 to please his parents, Earnest and Margaret Moore of Coweta. "They made me go," Moore said. "They said I needed discipline. It's not like you can say no to your parents. But it was good for me. It kept me in shape and gave me a paycheck now and then. Plus, it was fun to shoot all those weapons and play war games." The senior from Coweta came to UCO in 1988 on a wrestling scholarship, passing up an opportunity to play football or wrestle at West Point or wrestle for one of several Division I schools, including Oklahoma State. After three All-America seasons, including a national championship campaign in 1990, Moore is quick to realize he made the right decision to wear the bronze and blue. "This (UCO) is where I wanted to go," Moore said. "My dad got excited when OSU started recruiting me, because he really likes (exCowboy Olympic and world champion wrestler) Kenny Monday. "But I thought I could really talk to (Broncho) coach (David) James. He wasn't like (OSU coach) Joe Seay -- on a pedestal. I didn't have to feel nervous around coach James." Moore has been a dominant Broncho grappler. After finishing seventh in NAIA as a freshman in 1989, Moore went into the 1990 NCAA H tournament unseeded but won four matches by a combined six points and knocked off the Nos. 1 and 2 seeds en route to a remarkable national title. Last year, the rugged veteran shook off a five-week shoulder injury in, time for nationals, where he lost to Portland State's four-time national champion Dan Russell in the 167-pound final. The shoulder injury forced Moore out of the lineup early this season as well but has recovered to go 16-1-2 thus far in the year and is 96-38-4 for his career, ninth on UCO's all-time won-lost list. Moore is currently ranked No. 2 in NCAA II behind Ferris State's Dan Hutcheson, whom Moore beat last year in the national quarterfinals. "I figure they'll rank him ahead of me at nationals, too," Moore said, "and I'm going to try to rip his head off." Moore said he plans to return next year as a graduate assistant for the Bronchos and then coach junior high in his hometown. Right now, however, Moore said nothing is more important then UCO winning the national team championship. V

with six seconds left to send the two teams into OT, tied at 78-78. Buckets by Cox and Martin got the Lady Bronchos going early in the five minute extra period, and UCO quickly pulled away for the win. The Lady Bronchos moved to 10-6 overall and 5-1 in league play, one game behind leader Abilene Christian. "I couldn't be more proud of the way the girls stayed in there and battled when it looked like they were going to pull away from us," UCO coach John Keely said. "Ton'Nea did another great job on the boards and Kim had probably her best overall game since she's been here." Martin, hit 6-of-12 field goal tries and was a perfect 7-of-7 from the free throw line. The Lady Bronchos also got 20 points and five assists from Jana Flanagan.

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Female athletes to be 'benched' From staff reports

Central Oklahoma will honor past female athletes and coaches at 4 p.m. Saturday with a dedication of a landscaped bench ensemble in front of Wantland Hall in observence of National Girls and Women in Sport Week. High school and college female athletes, and their parents and coaches will be admitted free to the UCO basketball games in Broncho Field House at 6 p.m. Former Lady Broncho athletes and coaches will be honored during halftime festivites. V

Texas A&I used an 18-4 run in the final four minutes to hand Central Oklahoma its second-straight Lone Star Conference loss, 100-86. UCO, which fell to 14-5 overall and 3-2 in LSC play, struggled to a one point win over Angelo State last Saturday before falling to Abilene Christian Monday. The Bronchos defending league champions and overwhelming favorites to repeat this season, are third in the LSC standings behind ACU and A&I. "We just didn't play well down the stretch when we had to," UCO coach Jim Seward said. "We had our chances, but didn't shoot the ball very well and just got killed on the boards. We're struggling right now and we need to get it back in the right direction." UCO trailed 51-46 at halftime and the game went back and forth most of the second half. Ron Shields goaled to put the Bronchos up 75-74 at the 6:00 mark and the game was tied at 82-82 with 4:02 left in when A&I unleashed an 8-0 run to take command en route to the upset. The Javelinas now 11-10 and 3-1, dominated UCO on the boards, holding a 51-34 rebounding edge as Sidney Days had 12 caroms and Michael Robins 10. Alex Wright led the Bronchos with 19 points, six below his average, while Reggie Evans added 16. James Morris the LSC's leading rebounder going in with 9.1 a contest, managed just three boards and 13 points. V


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Health center caters to sick staff, students

Author `shimmies' his way up By Pam Thurman Staff Writer Three days after Jeri Cook completed his graduate work in the creative studies department at the University of Central Oklahoma, he sold a novel. Now Cook has returned to UCO to share his knowledge with aspiring writers in his class, "Writing the ActionAdventure Novel." Cook, who has sold nine novels in the Mack Bolan Executioner series since finishing the program in 1989, sold his novel, "The Cutting Edge," almost immediately after classes ended. "I couldn't hide as a student anymore, I was going to apply for teaching jobs, or go back to being a cop. I was taking a shower and the phone rang, I had shampoo in my hair, I wrapped a towel around me and answered it," Cook said. He said he immediately recognized the editor's voice. The editor told Cook he wanted to buy the book and offered him a contract for three more books. "This is the phone call that you visualize in your brain as soon as you start wanting to be a writer," Jeri Cook said. The call lasted 45 minutes. to this day." Cook said he tried to remain calm He said his life hasn't always and professional, although his ad- been so joyful. renaline was pumping and he felt Cook had been divorced for a like a kid at Christmas, he said. year, his ex-wife had taken his son "Finally we were done, by then out of state, he had recently left the the shampoo had coagulated, I 'Oklahoma State Bureau of Invesripped the towel off and threw it tigation and was deeply deagainst the top of the fireplace, pressed, when he took the advice over the mantle, and I started to of Emmett Phillips and enrolled in dance. I was shimmying, having a the creative studies program, he great time when the door opened said. and my dad walked in," Cook said. "My son lives with me now so His father backed out of the it's good, but that was the low apartment, he said, and waited for point of my life, when I felt like I Cook to come to the door. "My had lost my son," Cook said. dad hasn't mentioned the dancing "I knew my time in police work

Cook was over, I had had enough, it wasn't what I wanted to do. I had to get down so far I had nothing to lose. I was 35 years old and I still didn't know what I wanted to be when I grew up." People in the creative studies department were friendly, Cook said. He said while he was in the creative studies program he felt at

home for the first time in years, and that he was doing what he was supposed to be doing with his life. His sixth-grade teacher, Virginia Shades, and her husband, Tibbie, introduced him to writing and through the years, Cook said, he used writing as a form of escape when he was unhappy. He said his motive for teaching is two-fold, "I think I can empathize with the students, I have felt the hunger they feel, and still do. Hopefully, I can pass some of the things I've learned on. The other is that you get a little nuts while you just stay home all the time. I need to see how the rest of the world lives." "The person has to really be willing to learn on his own. The most important thing is persistence. Somewhere talent comes in, but it's pretty far down the line. "To be a writer takes a real thick skin or the ability to keep going anyway when you get your work rejected. It's no different than pushing a baby carriage down the street and someone coming up to you and saying 'God, you've got the ugliest kid I've ever seen,"' Cook said. Cook, whose law enforcement career included being a sheriff in Enid, Okla., a federal task force narcotics agent and an OSBI agent, said he uses his background in his writing, especially his time as a drug agent. His latest book, "Cayman Strike," was released this month and he currently has four "thriller" novels being considered by publishers. V

By Shene Murphy Staff Writer The Student Health Center at the University of Central Oklahoma is an available source of health care for students who are sick and away from home, said Susan I aForge, a registered nurse and director of the health center. The health center provides for staff and faculty members, as well as students, LaForge said. She said students need to take advantage of the services the nurses and physicians offer. Students who want to see a doctor must be at the health center by 12:15 p.m., she said. The physician is on duty Monday through Friday to see patients who are at the health center before 12:15 p.m., she said. "A list of over-the-counter medication is offered for students who wish to buy them," she said. V

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Getting the 'Dirt' in OKC By Kathy Karr

Managing Editor Despite the success of cheeseball Oklahoma musical artists like Color Me Badd and everybody's favorite pardner Garth Brooks, one song has remained the same. Small bands playing small clubs have struggled for years without support of local club-goers, radio and the print media. But the Dirt Poets have managed to do the impossible: make it feasible for a local band to play its own songs live. A brute-force playing ability rarely heard on today's local music scene benefits listeners when they sit down to hear the Dirt Poets. Although raw talent is the strength of their sound, the band has a smooth professionalism that ensures a great sound and a good show. The Dirt Poets, with Darrell Wilson on guitar, Layne Wilson (no relation) on drums, John Collins on bass and David Richardson on guitar, keys and lead vocals, are awaiting confirmation on an invi-

tation to the South by Southwest(S x SW) Music Convention in Austin this spring, and have captured the attention of three record labels, said Richardson. The band formed in 1990. After pounding the club circuit, an attempt at an album, and several personnel changes, the band dissolved. The band regrouped last year, with the return of Richardson and the addition of drummer Wilson. Bassist John Collins, chief engineer at Studio Seven, was recruited to fill out the roster. The Dirt Poets have been spending recent studio time at work on a four-song demo to help them find a place among the hundreds of bands that will converge this spring south of the Red River. The plan, according to Darrell Wilson, is to polish up the tunes that were written by Richardson and Wilson, and send it off in the hope of being confirmed to the S x SW agenda. Preview copies of the demo promise solid musicianship and a lyrical viewpoint not often seen nationally, let alone locally. A

rough edition of the tape showcases three of the band's originals; "I Still Believe," "See the Sunlight," and "Death and Comedy." "Death and Comedy" and another Richardson-penned tune, "The Only Hope," are two songs that prove Richardson writes his best when he's being sardonic, Both fast-paced, the two tunes incorporate Wilson's guitar and Collins' rolling bass line and high harmonies to make songs that have that all-importantcan't-release-it-if-it-doesn't-have -it element: the hook. Easy to listen to, the songs sneak up on the unsuspecting, and ensure that the listener is humming the chorus for the rest of their natural lives. The Dirt Poets are an excellent band, and a bargain to see at the basic $3 cover charge. Why go see Rush for 29 bucks in Dallas when you can hear great music right here at home, and have a lot more fun doing it? The Dirt Poets are booked steadily in Oklahoma City area, so look for them soon. And support local music in OKC.

Members of the Dirt Poets, from left are Darrell Wilson, David Richardson, John Collins and Layne Wilson. (Photo by Barry Thurman)

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February 4, 1992

THE VISTA

RAHMANContinued from page 4 Bomb scare evacuates plane TULSA, Okla. (AP) - Bomb-sniffing dogs checked a Southwest Airlines plane Friday after a "scraggly looking guy" with a duffle bag reportedly told a passenger the plane was going to blow up. About 100 passengers bound for Phoenix were evacuated from the plane about 9:45 am. The bomb squad searched the plane and luggage, which was spread across the tarmac, for a little more than an hour. Mark Thompson, a passenger from St. Louis, told a radio station that he alerted a stewardess after a passenger said the plane was going to explode. Fire Capt. Jim White said authorities were still trying to find the passenger who made the com ment about the plane blowing up. He apparently stepped away when passengers evacuated the plane.

Hijacker killed after wild ride COLTON, Calif. (AP) - A Greyhound bus hijacker with apparent "religious hallucinations" was shot and killed Thursday after taking eight passengers on a wild, 320-mile ride across two states, authorities said. Raynaldo Andrade Gonzales, 33, was shot to death at 3:45 a.m. in the driveway of his home, said Sgt. Dennis Casey of the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Gonzales commandeered the bus in Phoenix and careened through the Arizona and California deserts for four hours before stopping on a residential street two miles north of Interstate 10 in this working-class community 50 miles east of Los Angeles. The passengers - seven adults and an 18-month-old child - were not hurt.

Flowers plucked from job LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) - The woman who made unsubstantiated claims that she had an affair with Gov. Bill Clinton was fired from her state job because she hadn't shown up for three days, her boss said. "Gennifer Flowers has abandoned her job with the Arkansas Appeal Tribunal by failing to report for work or call in for three days," Don K. Barnes, chairman of the Arkansas Board of Review, said in a prepared statement on Wednesday. Flowers had been an administrative assistant for the appeal tribunal, which hears unemployment cases. Her salary was $17,000 a year. In a paid interview with the Star tabloid, Flowers last week alleged that she hada 12-year affair with Clinton, a Democratic presidential contender. She repeated the charges at a press conference last week that was arranged by the Star. Flowers was reportedly paid between $130 ;000 and $175 ,000 for the interview, according to the Wall Street Journal.

Media carnivorous, Walters says OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - G ov. David Walters, reflecting on a year of turmoil and tragedy, says his family was the victim of a "feeding frenzy" created largely by a carnivorous news media. Through all his problems in 1991, Walters said he never considered resigning, nor was he asked to resign by members of his family. "Any controversy or problems that I've had certainly pale to insignificance when compared to the loss of our son," Walters, choking with emotion, said in an interview with The Associated Press. Walters, 40, was interviewed about a year after he took the oath of office as Oklahoma's 24th governor and only a month after he and his wife, Rhonda, buried their only son. Walters' latest comments were reminiscent of his remarks at his son's funeral, when the bereaved governor accused reporters of hounding his son and sensationalizing the University of Oklahoma student's arrest and conviction.

There is a great need for on- food services and student housing. campus activites, Rahman said. "I like to go over at least once or "We are a growing campus, and twice and visit the cafeteria," he I'm scared we won't have enough said. "I'll sit down with the sturoom to provide for our students." dents and try to get their input on Rahman said his job is to protheir needs and wants around vide services at a minimal cost. campus." "It's not that we are trying to make Rahman said his dream is to ex money, it's my job," he said. pand the University Student CenRahman said he has new pro- ter and the bookstore. jects to try, and new projects to "Our University Center is too improve. small, and I would like to find Rahman said his first action is ways to build a parking garage," to improve the quality of the UCO he said. V

CLASSIFIEDS SPECIAL NOTICES

INSTANT GLAMOUR For VALENTINE'S DAY

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS: Your

Give that someone special in your life a personal gift that only you can give. Call 348-1690 for details.

friends overseas can qualify for college entry in six 4-week terms or less. Master teachers, TOEFL-oriented. Applications $30. $600 per term. Overseas representatives needed nowt Visit 1015-F Waterwood Parkway, Edmond. Call English Language Center at 348-7602.

EXPERIENCE SUMMIT ROCK GYM. One of the finest indoor rock climbing facilities in the nation has come to Oklahoma City. No experience or special equipment necessary. Open seven days. You have to see it to believe it. Located in the Santa Fe Club. 840-1817.

PROFESSIONAL TYPING, term papers, resumes, cassette transcriptions, Word Perfect 5.1, laser printer, reasonable rates. Call 354-1606. FIRST IMPRESSIONS INC. Increase your chances for that first interview by at least 75%1 Because you don't get another chance for first impressions. CALL 359-6286.

openings are available for 3 & 4 year olds. Christian school with developmental, creative curriculum, extended day. Call 341-1894 or 348-3292.

FAST ACCURATE TYPING Term papers, theses, familiar with APA and MLA formats. Computer with near letter quality printer; speller/grammar check, with backup disks. $1.25/pg double space. Resumes start $7.50/pg. Call Loretta 348-1005.

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service offers you more information about college financial aid at a lower cost. If you don't receive aid through our service, WE will give you $200.00 GUARANTEED! Call for free information:

reports, theses, resumes. Saved on disk. Laser printing. Will ckeck spelling, grammar. Fast, reliable, accurate. Reasonable rates. Call Rose Ann at 340-3744.

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ULTIMATE COLLEGE FINANCIAL SERVICE 752-8585

SERVICES TYPING Edmond resident with college degree will type your term paper or thesis (APA, Turabian, etc.) for $1.50/page. Call 341-1029.

$ COLLEGE MONEY $ Private Scholarships You receive MINIMUM of 8 sources, or your money refunded. America's Finest. Since 1981. COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP LOCATORS, Box 1881, Joplin, MO 64802-1881. 1-800-879-7485.

PREGNANT

Anxious, Need Help? We can I help...The Pregnancy Testing Center in Edmond. Free pregnancy test available. Call 341-3139 or 359-1400 for more information.

DO YOU WANT MORE FOR YOUR

CHILD THAN DAYCARE? Call Churchill Preschool Academy. Hours 9-2:55, M-F, 341-4314. Close to UCO. Standard of excellence in preschool education. BACK-TO-SCHOOL-SPECIAL Contacts 2 pair $99. Complete frame & lenses $55 & up. Visual exams by appointment. CAMPUS OPTICAL, 13 N. University, 340-1313.

RESUMES I write resumes that get results! Let a professional write and typeset your resume. 10 yrs. experience. Laser output. Kathy, 359-1696.

TAX PREPARATION Student Discount Fast Accurate Service EZ plus State $18.00 1040A plus State $21.00 1040 Starts at $25.00 Tax & Typing Service Call Paul at 348-1005

BABYSITTING TO GO Hourly childcare 9 am-10 pm, MonThur. ml Midnight Fri & Sat. PAGERS FOR PARENTS. 2300 S. Broadway, 341-3338.

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PERFECT JOB FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS Salesperson needed for network marketing. Set own hours, great pay. For more information call 359-6708. WANTED: Pt. time secretary for independent oil & gas company located in Edmond. Good typing skills. Flexible hours. Send resume to P.O Box 3666, Edmond, OK 73083. CUSTOM ACADEMIC PUBLISHING COMPANY Student Sales Position, Base Salary Plus Commissions, 3 to 4 Hours Per Day. All sales calls on University campus. Interviewing on 2-24-92. If interested, schedule Interview by calling Raynell Bristow al 341-2980, Ext. 2241. $40,000/yrf READ BOOKS and TV scripts. Fill out simple like/don't like" form. EASY! Fun, relaxing at home, beach, vacations. Guaranteed paycheck. 24-hour recording 801-3 79-2925 Copyright #0K1OKEB CIMARRON STEAKHOUSE, 201 N. Meridian Just N of Reno, now accept ing applications for wait persons. Apply In person Mon-Thurs, 11-6. Will work with school schedule. No experience necessary. Full and part time positions available for weekends and luncheons. EOE 948-7778.

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$5.00 Starting Rate Bonuses plus Incentives Paid Training Opportunity for Advancement Dynamic Fun Atmosphere 359-7444 Ask for Susie

1988 DODGE Colt Premier, Good Condition, Automatic Transmission, AM/FM Radio & Cassette Player, Call 340-3988 Sat. & Sun. All day, week days after 10pm.

1978 TOYOTA Celica 5 speed, AC, AM/ FM Radio, Engine runs well. $500/O.B.O. TEL: 340-7217. (Anytime). 1966 MUSTANG, completely restored, auto, air, V-6 engine, no rust, no bondo. $4500 OBO. Call 348-1005.

MOVING SALEI1981 MAZDA 626 automatic transmission, new tires, good condition, runs great, $950. Call David at 341-5089.

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FOR RENT ONE BEDROOM FURNISHED- One bedroom apartment, furnished, right across from UCO library. Economical gas heat & central air, $195/mo. Call Sabi at 755-4838. TRAILER PARK space, Broncho Trailer Park. Space for mobile home or travel trailer, close to University. 1200 E. Main, John Stone, 341-1216.

PERSONALS SPRING BREAK '92 with College Tours CANCUN, $449. Air, Hotel, Parties, Nightly Entertainment! Call for more Information & reservations. Teresa 1-800-395-4896.

BOOKS THE ARCHIVES Cash for comics and books. Oklahoma's most Interesting comics and used book store. New comics every Friday! Classic literature is our spedaity. 1914 E. 2nd, one mile East of UCO, 348-6800.

LOST & FOUND LOST: Hunter green and burgundy short Jacket (shiny fabric w/gold swirls). Lost in Home Ec Bldg. Contact Polly at 755-9818.

SUPER SPECIAL 1/4 Lb. Deluxe Hamburger Lg. Fr. Fries, Lg. Drink ONLY $2.29 All Day Everyday

ALASKA SUMMER EMPLOYMENTfisheries. Earn $5000plus/month. Free transportation! Room & Board! Over 8,000 openings. No experience necessary. Male or Female. For employment program call Student Employment Services at 1-206-545-4155 ext. 296.

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PART TIME help wanted evenings and weekends. Ideal for college student. Apply Ginglss Formal Wear, Quail Springs Mall.

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