THE March 14, 1989 Vol. 87, No. 41
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Central State University, Edmond, Oklahoma
Edmondson era noted for reform
Jeanette Edmondson (center), widow of former Oklahoma Governor J. Howard Edmondson, visits with Dr. Mark Johnson of Oklahoma City (left) and Jake Pullen of Hugo, Okla. (right) at Tuesday night's "Salute to the Big Red 'E': The J. Howard Edmondson Era" reception at the Edmond Sheraton. (Photo by Daniel Smith)
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By Keith Purtell there is a financial problem at Student Writer home, so they have to work more One of the changes taking place and couldn't concentrate on their in education is the issue of admis- studies. sion standards. Central State "With the new academic stanUniversity has been caught in the dards which have been put into middle; wanting to enhance the place by the state board of regents quality of education offered yet requiring high school students to trying to maintain its traditional take math, science, history and role as a university open to a wide English classes, the students variety of students. should be more prepared over the The idea that raising admission next several years. I wouldn't standards might result in a more want to see students deprived of dedicated student body causes the opportuniy to attend a major strong reactions among different university if they want to. The people. idea of going back and improving "I think that it would not be at the high school level is more atgood for our university," said tractive," Thompson said. Susan Thompson, coordinator for But others feel there are a variehigh school/college relations at ty of important reasons for a high CSU. "There are a lot of students "gate" at the university level. who do not test well, but they can "The problem is that we've had prove themselves at the university. a tremendous amount of grade inThere may be extenuating cir- flation in the last 20 years. All cumstances (for difficulty meeting over the country in the 60s and 70s admissions standards): maybe there was a great deal of people their homelife is not good, or who just started giving higher
grades for the same work," said Anne Lynch, an assistant professor of geography and history. "So even though it looked like we had entrance requirements that brought us students out of the upper two-thirds, we were really running virtually open admissions." Lynch said CSU gives nearly 25 percent A's and B's, and about 18 percent C's. She pointed outh that if C is the average grade, there should be more C's given out, and fewer A's than anything else. "Very often in a classroom we have a lot of students who can't read a textbook. So you choose a simpler text for the next year. And then you're cheating your better student's," Lynch said. "From the faculty's point of view, if we could get the students bunched a little closer together, so their preparation was closer, then we could teach all of them at the
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Henthorn said. However, students are not required to pass the test to graduate. Nursing students in all states take the test during the last semester of their senior year, Henthorn said. The Assess Test, which is put out by a nursing book publisher, will be used as a study guide for the board exam, Henthorn said. The test will serve as a refresher of past courses and as an indicator of problem areas for the student, she said. The results of the test are expected three to four weeks after
Edmondson made history with his "Prairie Fire" campaign that included live, unrehearsed television commercials during which he always seemed relaxed, forceful and in control. The revolutionary campaign resulted in the Muskogee Democrat being elected governor by the largest margin in state history while being the youngest governor in state history at age 33.
"I first thought he didn't have a chance," said Nigh, who was the state's youngest lieutenant governor at age 31. "But I soon learned the real meaning of a prairie fire, of a grass-root effort. "The things that came out of that campaign, I'll never forget. J. Howard Edmondson was the state's first T.V. governor, the state's first charismatic governor and the state's first reform governor. "While Edmondson was an impressive campaigner, he served conscientiously as governor," Nigh said. "He realized winning is only the beginning of service. It's on the first rung in the ladder." Edmondson was successful because he had a vision, which Nigh defined as "that uncanny ability to see something not here, something in the future." Former 2nd District Congressman Ed Edmondson said his brother exhibited a determination not matched by many politicians. "My brother was a guy who was a rarity in politics," he said. "He must have meant everything he said and tried his darndest to Please see Edmondson on page 5.
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Nursing test administered By Bretta Barritt Student Writer Approximately 60 senior nursing students took the Assess Test last week, a test similar to the required Oklahoma State Nursing Board Exam, said Dr. Barbara S. Henthorn, chairwoman of the nursing department. The Nursing Board Exam lasts two days and is given twice a year, in Febuary and July, Henthorn said. The test result is a good predictor of how well a student will do on the Oklahoma State Nursing Board Licensing Examination,
J. Howard Edmondson's vision as governor of Oklahoma left a mark on state government that has yet to be equaled by any other governor, former Gov. George Nigh said Tuesday night during a "Salute to the Big Red 'E': The J. Howard Edmondson Era" at University Center. A sell-out crowd of more than 400 people rekindled memories of Edmondson's era as governor and U.S. senator during the salute hosted by the Nigh Institute of State Government at CSU. The Edmondson era is noted for its reform in state government, including repeal of prohibition, creation of the state highway commission and implementation of a state merit system and a state purchasing system.
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testing, Henthorn said. This years' exam will be given July 11 and 12. The exams are given on the same days nationwide to prevent possible cheating, Henthorn said. Approximately 900 to 1000 graduates across the state will be taking the exam in July, Henthorn said. She said 57 will be from CSU if all seniors graduate. Students must graduate from an approved school of nursing before they can take the exam, Henthorn said.
Anthony Warrior of Cushing (Okla.) Middle School is shown
with his exhibit, "Effects of Temperature on the Movement of Chromoplasts," during the Central Oklahoma Regional Science Fair Thursday in University Center. (Photo by Stan Pollard, The Vista staff photographer.)
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Viewpoints 'Campus Quotes'
Do you think Central State University should become a research university like the University of Oklahoma and Oklahoma State University?
Michaelle Mitchell, medical dietition major, senior "No, I think they should go ahead and focus on academics areas instead of research. Once they get into research, they would focus on that area instead of the student. The professors would all be caught up into it."
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LaVonne Saunders, elementary education major, sophomore
Becky Gilmore, nursing major, freshman
Rick Johnson, math major, senior
"No. I just don't think we should. We are not big enough."
"I don't see how it can hurt to get federal money for research. OU and OSU have an advantage in medical research. As long as the research at Central State is not being done in the medical field."
"No, I would prefer it to stay an educational institution. I like the small campus and student body."
Billy Welborn, science education major, junior "Yes, I guess so. I'm a science education major and Central State has a good science department. We don't know what it takes to be a research college. If OU and OSU can do it, Central State can."
Computer literacy necessary By Darl DeVault Guest Writer It is time for you to learn all about computers. This is a thought-piece, written in an attempt to convince you of the need to become computer literate. If you have already harnessed the power of computers, you may want to stop here. If not, I suggest the following should be important to you. I have never understood how people who haven't undertaken to learn about computers can be so philosophical about the glaring omission in their professionalism. Do they imagine that computers are going to go away, fall into disuse or become less a factor in our everyday life? How can these people feel that computers won't be necessary to them when relentless improvements in chip technology have made it possible to pack the power of an early 80s mainframe into a desktop computer costing only $5,000? To ignore a technology that is growing by leaps and bounds and branching out into every walk of life just doesn't make sense to me. Knowing the explosive impact computers are having on our lives requires me to ask why individuals are not attempting to learn about computers at every opportunity. The sooner you learn the basics, the sooner you will be able to handle the newly developed software available, which can aid you in your business and personal life. You may have a job now that doesn't require interaction with
computers, but don't be lulled into a false sense of security about not ever needing to interface with a computer. A relatively new concept in technology is "groupware," which is intended to guide electronic documents among workers performing routine administrative tasks. If groupware catches on, it will put workstations on desks that never had a reason to have them before. This means a lot of people who didn't think they would ever be required to use a computer will be catching up on their schooling. Learning the fundamentals of computer usage is a good portion of work, even with the newer, more user-friendly systems available. Once you gain the basic orientation, you can add to it relatively painlessly by keeping up with how computers evolve from year to year as new products, such as desktop systems, networking and packaged software. Computers have gotten very sophisticated, and to undertake to learn everything at once can produce stress in your life, especially if it has been awhile since you have had to absorb anything very complex. I promise you, if the trend in computers continues, there will be new uses and new users as rapid advancements in technology keep pushing down the cost of computing power. It is my best advice to you to begin learning all you can about the computers available to you, incorporating a lifelong learning pattern needed to keep
abreast of the evolving technology. Adopting a lifelong learning pattern will protect you from having to learn everything at once, from the basics, right on through the software applications your job or personal endeavors
require. A good example of needing to learn all you can is if someone who types well and understands the software package competes against you for a promotion. Who will get the job?
Nigh to address concert audience
Former Oklahoma Gov. George Nigh will make a special appearance during a concert featuring the Central State University Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band at 8 p.m. March 16 in Mitchell Hall Theatre. "The concert will be a centennial salute to the state song," said Dr. Ron Howell, assistant professor of music. Nigh, who in 1953 was author of the bill that changed the state song to "Oklahoma," will speak during the latter portion of the concert. Following his discussion, the Symphonic Band will perform John Philip Sousa's march, "The Thunderer," which was written in 1889. Nigh will talk prior to the finale which will be a medley from
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Rodgers and Hammerstein's Broadway play, "Oklahoma!" Other scheduled highlights include "First Suite for Band" by Alfred Reed, James Curnow's "Rejouissance" and "Prologue from West Side Story," by Leonard Bernstein.
Howell will direct the Wind Ensemble. Conducting the Symphonic Band will be Howell, Dr. Kent Kidwell, chairman of the CSU department of music, and music instructor Lee Rucker. Tickets for the concert are $3 general admission and $2 for senior citizens and non-CSU students. CSU faculty and students will be admitted free with a current I.D. For more information, call 341-2980, ext. 5004 or 5752.
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Around Campus... The New Plains Review and the College of Liberal Arts will hold a symposium, "Crosscurrents," to demonstrate student scholarship and creativity 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. March 29 in the LA auditorium. Contact Diane Haser-Harris, ext. 5633. The First American Association will celebrate Indian Heritage Week March 27-April 1. A Pow-Wow will be held April 1. CSU's Philosophy Club will discuss "Do We Have Free Will?" at 6:30 p.m. March 15 in the faculty lounge of the Liberal Arts Building. The group will focus on the writings of Jean-Paul Satre. Copies of Satre's articles will be available in the philosophy department. Contact Laurie West at 235-8455 or 359-1280. Kappa Delta Pi will induct approximately 50 members at 6:30 p.m. March 16 in the Y Chapel. Guest speaker will be Raul Font of the Oklahoma State Department of Education, who will discuss multicultural education. New officers will also be chosen. Information may be obtained from Dr. Earl Newman in Old North Room 306, ext. 5410. The student chapter of ASID will hear Danny Bundy, a former CSU student and now an interior designer, speak at their next meeting 7 p.m. March 14 in the Home Economics Living Room. A Mexican buffet will be served. Call 755-7361 for more information CSU's Nutrition and Dietetics Club will participate in the Wellness Fair sponsored by the health and physical education department. The fair is today until 5 p.m. The group will have a booth and the Oklahoma County Health Department will do cholesterol screening. A computer nutrient analysis may also be done for a small fee. For more information contact Elisabeth Cochrane at 755-7942. The Bloodhounds will sponsor a blood drive from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. today and tomorrow in Ballroom A of University Center. Free cholesterol screening, juice and cookies will be given to participants. Call David or Darrel at 340-1594.
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On-campus interviews offered
The Central State University job placement office has released the following on-campus job interview schedule for CSU alumni and students: The American Fidelity Assurance Co. will interview statistics, math and actuarial science majors March 16. U.S. General Accounting Office will interview accounting majors—May, July and December grads with a 2.9 GPA in accounting March 30. The Revlon Corporation will interview May grads, business and liberal arts majors April 4. A Teacher Job Fair will be held in the University Center Ballroom 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 6. The San Antonio I.S.D. will interview education majors, May and July grads, April 7. You can make an appointment for an interview by contacting the Placement Office, University Center, Room 312E, 341-2980 ext. 2241.
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Assistant named at physical plant Lawrence Rankin has been appointed assistant director of the physical plant at Central State University. As assistant director, Rankin will work directly under Nimrod Chapel, physical plant director. The duties of this job include overseeing the 10 shop areas of the physical plant, the distribution of work orders to the proper craftsmen and other duties assigned to him. Rankin is a 1964 araduate of CSU and has a bachelor's degree in business administration. "I'm an outdated computer programmer," Rankin said, reflecting on how past business majors had limited computer training as compared to the amount they receive today. Rankin's work history is diverse but also very pertinent to the tasks he will perform at his new position. Rankin has been employed as a financial analyst, computer programmer and accountant. He has worked at Iowa State University, University Hospital in Oklahoma City, and once owned an equipment rental shop in Muskogee before applying for an accounting position at CSU. Rankin did not get the accoun-
tiny position but was instead offered the position of warehouse supervisor, consisting of overseeing purchase requirements and general operations of the physical plant. Rankin accepted the position of warehouse supervisor in March 1982 and worked the 40 hoursper-week job until his latest promotion. But the position Rankin now holds is not the usual eight-houra-day job. "Sometimes I have to come in at five or six in the morning and don't leave until five or six in the evening," He said. Rankin also said that during the recent winter months, if roads were bad he had to come early to check the equipment his workers would use to make the campus roads safe for drivers. "I think my administrative ability as well as my mechanical knowledge helped me get the job," he said. Rankin said he will be doing his job well by facilitating Chapel in whatever ways possible. "I'll give him as much help as I can by being a mediator between he and the physical plant workers," He said. "He works hard, so my goal will be to take some of the load off him."
Tiaras membership drive begins soon By Susan Waldvogel Student Writer The Central State University Tiaras will hold their annual membership drive March 27-April 5, said Kelli Watson, historian of the club. Tiaras is a junior women's honor society with 21 members who provide various services to the community. Watson said requirements necessary for membership in Tiaras are a 3.0 grade point average or higher and completion of at least 60 credit hours but no more than 96 credit hours. During the week of the membership drive, students can pick up applications in Room 213 of the Administration Building. The applications will be reviewed
by the Tiara officers who will then select new members, Watson said. An initiation ceremony and reception will be held for new members and their families April 17. The new members will take an oath and learn the history of the group and responsibilities of being a Tiara, said Watson. The name Tiaras stands for truth, integrity, aspiration, responsibility, action and service.
The Edmond Fire Department recently completed a survey of the Max Chambers Library. The survey is done periodically to show where exits are located. The firefighters found nothing wrong. (Photo by Stan Pollard, The Vista staff photographer.)
Musical season scheduled "Sweeney Todd, The Demon Barber of Fleet Street" and "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers" has been scheduled for the 1989-1990 season of the Central State University musical theater program, said Tamara Long, assistant professor of music. The two popular musicals will be presented next fall and spring, Long said. Based on an earlier work by British playwright Christopher Bond, "Sweeney Todd" was later cast into its musical form by Stephen Sonheim (lyrics) and Hugh Wheeler (book). The story opens in 19th century London, where Sweeney, a barber unjustly imprisoned by a leacherous judge covetous of his wife, returns home swearing revenge. Teamed with the amoral Mrs. Lovett, Sweeney stalks the judge only to be cheated of his prey at the moment of vengeance. The barber then turns against
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Based on an MGM film, "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers" is an exuberant tale of the seven Pontipee brothers "hankerin' after fun, fightin and frolickin"' in the 1850's Oregon wilderness. When Adam, the oldest brother, marries the spunky orphan, Millie, the Pontipees are shaken out of their loutish backwoods life. Determined to marry off her brothers-in-law to ensure success
of her own marriage, Millie singlehandedly civilizes them and introduces the neigboring town to some wild Pontipee courting. The brother's enthusiasm prompts them into a mass abduction of the townfolk's daughters, which leads them to an exhilarating, fun-filled climax. Lawrence Kasha and David Landry wrote the book with lyrics by Johnny Mercer. Music is supplied by Gene de Paul. Al Kasha and Joel Hirshhorn wrote the book, with the new songs based on the original film score. For more information, call 341-2980, ext. 5759.
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do it. I think he got that from his father." Ed Edmondson called his brother's pledge to put repeal of prohibition to a vote of the people within 90 days of his inauguration one of the most reckless, yet one of the most courageous pledges he ever made. Edmondson's "Prairie Fire" really didn't catch hold until the general election of the 1958 gubernatorial campaign, Nigh said. During the primary election, many of the "old guard" politicians were re/elected. During the general election, many of the the reformers were elected. The result was a double mandate from the people that year, causing several clashes in Oklahoma politics in the years to follow. On Jan. 6, 1963, Edmondson
resigned as governor and was appointed by his replacement, Nigh, to fill the U.S. Senate position left vacant by the death of Robert S. Kerr a few days earlier. Edmondson completed Kerr's unexpired term but lost in his bid for re/election to the Senate. At the time of Edmondson's death on Nov. 17, 1971, he was a practicing attorney in Oklahoma City. Edmondson's era in state government was marked by change and reform. "It was not change for change's sake, but change to make a difference," Nigh said. "J. Howard Edmondson brought to the governor's office an excitement never seen before and never seen since." The "Salute to the Big Red 'E' " was the third in a four/part "Salute to Oklahoma" series being hosted this year by the Nigh
Institute. Previous salutes have been "A Salute to Education and Economic Development" and "A Salute to Congress." Upcoming events include hosting W. R. Howell, charman and chief executive officer of the J. C. Penney Co. Inc., in a lunchneon at 11:45 a.m., March 30 in the University Center Ballroom. The luncheon is being hosted by the college of business administration. Additional sponsors of Howell's visit are the Edmond area chamber of commerce and Edmond industrial development and redevelopment authority. The final salute in the "Salute to Oklahoma" series will be "A Salute to the Armed Forces" on May 2. Further information on upcoming events can be obtained by calling the Nigh Institute at 341/2980, ext. 2928.
Contest hosted by VICA chapter By Dyann Dolan Student Writer The Central State University chapter of VICA, Vocational Industrial Clubs of America, hosted the 1989 Central District's Annual Leadership Contest for area high school students recently. VICA is a national leadership organization for students in vocational schools which is composed of more than 270,000 members nationwide and more than 9,000 from Oklahoma, said Dr. Rick Sullivan, conference host and instructor of trade and industrial arts. "This is a leadership Olympics," Sullivan said. "We feel it's
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important to give students the opportunity to demonstrate leadership skills; this Olympics gives them the chance." Students will compete, individually or as team members, in specific contests such as job interview, opening and closing a meeting, club business, extemporaneous speech, prepared speech and job demonstration. During these contests, students can interact with possible future employers. There will also be elections for district office, Sullivan said. The South Central District Contest has been held at CSU for the past 7 years.
Two staff chosen to attend seminar on study abroad By Dyann Dolan Student Writer Two members of Central State University's staff have been selected to attend a seminar to assist in the promotion of study in Latin America by students of the United States. Dr. Ronald Paddock, of the International Adviser's Office, said he and Kay Cain, community coordinator for the CSU office, will attend the 1989 Group InService Training Seminar, "Study Abroad Advisers' Orientation to Latin America," April 6-8 at the University of Kansas. The objective of the seminar is to increase understanding about Latin American countries, specifically institutions of higher education, so advisers will have potential to promote study in their region and to counsel interested students. The seminar will also provide a general background on the history, cultures, economic and social conditions, educational systems and political realities of Latin America. Some of the speakers are faculty members of the Latin American Studies Program at KU. Cain said she will also attend the community section (COMSEC) group in-service training seminar titled, "Foreign Students: Untapped Community Resources."
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This seminar, which will be held in April in East Lansing, Michigan, is directed toward individuals who are interested in developing a speakers bureau or school program for internationals. "It will help people who are interested in making use of the important resource of foreign students on campus," Cain said. Field service funding was available to Cain because she is working in the International Education Exchange at CSU and involved with affiliated community organizations. Both seminars are sponsored by the National Association for Foreign Student Affairs.
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Sports Net team bounces E. Central By Andrew Smith Student Writer The Lady Broncho tennis team on Saturday defeated Kansas' Seward County Junior College 7-2 at the CSU tennis courts. The victory came one day after East Central downed CSU 7-2 in Ada. "Seward County was not quite as good as East Central," tennis coach Francis Baxter said. "Really, there wasn't too much of a difference between the two teams. We just got one of our players back." Friday, The men's tennis team shut-out East Central 9-0 in Ada. In five of the nine matches, the Bronchos managed to crush East Central 6-0, 6-0. The Lady Bronchos return to action at 1:30 p.m. today at Oklahoma City University. Thursday's match will be with Cameron at 2:30 p.m. at CSU.
CSU baseballers drop two to OCU
Central State police chief Bob Roberts traded in his badge for umpires gear Sunday at the Broncho baseball field when CSU hosted Oklahoma City University in a doubleheader. Catching for the Bronchos is senior Lonnie Cobble. (Photo by: Stan Pollard)
Lady Bronchos drill Iowa team By Mike Sullivan Sports Editor Senior pitcher Jane Kajs threw her third shutout of the young season in the second game of a doubleheader the Lady Bronchos swept from Upper Iowa Thursday at the Softball Hall of Fame. Kajs raised her record to 3-0 in the 4-0 victory, and with their 12-0 win in the first game, the 16thranked Lady Bronchos improved their overall record to 5-1. Coming off an emotional 2-1 defeat against fourth-ranked Kearney State, CSU pounded out 16 runs in the two games. Still, softball coach Gerry Pinkston felt the team had trouble with the sluggish Upper Iowa pitching. "It's hard to bat against a team that has pitchers who are that
slow," Pinkston said. "This team really took us out of our rhythm today." Junior second baseman Lesli Leggett had four RBI's for CSU in the first game, and sophomore Shelley Potts added a two-run single. Pinkston went with the pitching duo of freshmen Jacquie Stephens and Kelly Powell in the first game, with the two combining for a fivehitter. Stephens picked up the victory in the game, raising her record to 2-1. CSU pitchers have a combined ERA of 0.51 thus far, and if Kajs has anything to say about matters, it will only go lower. "I don't think we're where we want to be quite yet," she said. "We have a lot farther to go, but we'll get there."
Broncho golfers, Oak Tree to host Chinese Nationals By Randy Anderson Student Writer The Central State golf team officially opens up the 1989 season March 20-21, in Joplin, Missouri, at the Crossroads of America Tournament. The Bronchos are returning everyone from last year's district championship team including two-time, all-district junior Alan Polhill. Also lined up this season are juniors John Shelley, Curtis Wangurd, Tim Adler; sophomores Chris Carpenter, Acey Hopper; and freshman Brett Guillot. "We will probably be one of the better teams in the district," said Coach Skip Wagnon. The golfers are scheduled to tee
By John Lukehart Student Writer Central State's baseballers played host to Oklahoma City University Sunday afternoon for a doubleheader that was rescheduled due to last week's winter storm. CSU brought their 2-4 record into Sunday's contests with a chance to up their winning percentage to .500. In the first game, junior Jay Sparks was on the mound for the Bronchos. OCU exploded for 18 hits to post a 19-5 10-run-rule victory in the sixth inning. Sparks' record fell to 0-2. CSU struggled with their bats as well as their gloves. The Bronchos managed only five hits while they committed five errors. In the second game, the Broncho bats began to come alive. However, CSU could not convert, as they stranded 10 baserunners,
including two bases-loaded situations. Broncho senior Mark Bayliss was on the mound in the second game. Bayliss allowed eight runs on seven hits. Bayliss' mark drops to 0-1 this season. Coach Bob Hunt commented after the game, "We didn't play very well. We lost a couple of games to a quality team. We're not playing consistant right now, but I'm not pushing the panic button yet." Junior outfielder Ryan Miller, who was 2-3 from the plate, said about the Bronchos sporadic play. "So far this season nobody is stepping forward and taking charge. We've been getting good pitching but we're not producing at the plate." Junior pitcher Dave Sigler added, "The difference between us winning and losing right now is that we're coming up empty with men on base."
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A wet and muddy softball field on the Central State campus has forced the Lady Bronchos to play their first five home games at the Hall of Fame Stadium in Oklahoma City. (Photo by Stan Pollard)
By Bretta Barritt Student Writer The Lady Bronchos softball team is playing games in Oklahoma City until their regular, on-campus field dries out, Athletic Director Skip Wagnon said. Since its first scrimmage this season on Feb. 24, the team has played all games at the Softball Hall of Fame & Stadium at 2801 NE 50. The Central State University women's softball team still practices on campus, but not on their field, according to Wagnon. He said the field is too muddy for play. The team usually practices on
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the field across from the library on Ayers. The streets around the field are higher than the field, therefore the water can't run off the field, Wagnon said. It is difficult to say when it will dry out enough to use, he said. And the weather even kept the team from playing their last two games on the Oklahoma City field, Wagnon said. The games were postponed because of rain on Friday and low temperature on Saturday, he said. The men's baseball team is also having difficulty with their field, Wagnon said. The water runs off more efficiently because of the location of the field, but it is still muddy. "Every once in awhile you have_ years when it gets like this. Some years it does; some it doesn't," Wagnon said.
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The Central State University cheer team is looking for men and women to fill positions on the 1989-90 squad. Rex Humphrey, coach of the cheer team, plans on taking his varsity squad to compete in the National Championships in Dallas. This will be CSU's first year to attend, Humphrey said. "I really need men for the team," said Humphrey. "The NCAA Division II all have total co-ed teams and CSU needs to move our program to that standard as our athletic teams are now NCAA Division II," said Humphrey. Travel expenses for all away games and uniform costs are covered. In 1988, Humphrey took the team to games in Grand Junction, Colorado and Corpus Christi, Texas. Workout sessions will begin March 28 and continue through March 30. Clinic for tryouts will be April 4-5 from 2 to 4 p.m. All events will take place at the Broncho Feildhouse. "We really became a unit when we traveled to Colorado. Anytime you spend 48 hours with 13 people you have to become close," said Humphrey. For more information, contact the Student Activities office, ext. 2363.
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from the educational system. "The research 1 did indicated about 271 traditional students compared to 229 non-traditional students in a randomn sample of 520," said Deanna Land, an associate dean of students at CSU who wrote her doctoral dissertation on a related subject. "The older students come back to retrain, to upgrade skills, to acquire more educaton for better jobs, or to start totally new careers." Dr. Kenneth Elsner, dean of the College of Education at CSU, explains the reality of meeting the unique needs of a student body which has a high proportion of non-traditional students. "We have students who may be 30 or 40 years old. They may have operated a million-dollar business and are returning to school after a 20 year abscence," Elsner said. "And to ask them to take the ACT test and score 18 or 19 or some specific figure is not really an indication of their ability to attend the university and successfully complete a program." Elsner said he feels that university admissions is a broader issue than just using a standardized test, and requiring a minimum score. "Most of the students who come to us may be a little older, I ' Elsner said. "They know what they want, they're a little more serious and they may apply themselves more diligently. So in some cases we have the advantage over students at OSU or OU who belong to a fraternity or sorority and have a more active social
same time instead of neglecting both ends of the scale. "Another problem is the fact that we've decided that nearly everyone should go to college, without changing the high school curriculum. Their high school preparation shows up on their ACT's. They're very badly prepared. If we don't break through this barrier, our graduates simply are going to be among the mass of unemployed, because the jobs are not there. Having a degree doesn't count if you can't perform," Lynch said. When the Oklahoma State Regent's for Higher Education raised admission standards for OU and OSU, Chancellor Hans Brisch released a statement explaining the philosophy behind the move. "By elevating admissions standards, we are ensuring that students entering OU and OSU have the academic skills necessary to succeed at a large, comprehensive university," Brisch said in the statement. "Currently, there is an excessive span of abilities within one classroom; as a result, instruction tends to focus in the middle ground of student ability, leaving both the more capable student as well as the less capable student feeling frustrated." But CSU has a student body which is a mixture of two types of students. The traditional students are usually recent graduates of high school, 18-24 years old, and tend to live on-campus. The nontraditional students usually enter college after an extended abscence
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