The Vista March 14, 1995

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University of Central Oklahoma

TUESDAY March 14, 1995

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UCO graduate `strikes back' by serving in Peace Corps By Robb Hibbard Guest Writer Six years after a bolt of lightning almost killed him, UCO alumnus Reggie Bennett endured culture shock as a new Peace Corps volunteer. In a few tough weeks of intensive training, he learned the culture, hisReggie Bennett tory and language of Palau, the Micronesian republic he was assigned to serve. But during the first of his two years there, he had to bear an outsider's loneliness. Palauan customs, Bennet learned, made it hard to form close relationships over a short period of time. "Palau's culture is based on the group and not so much on the individual, like in the United States," said Bennet. "If someone succeeds above the group, the person is made fun of and knocked back down into the group. Someone who falls below the group is helped back into the group." But that did not last long. One day, while Bennett was cleaning his room, he noticed mold on his leather suitcase. "So I cleaned it and thought I'd take it to the Peace Corps office a few miles away where there's an air-conditioned room," said Bennett. "So there I am with my suitcase, walking down the center of the village. Suddenly, all these people started emerging from their houses, saying, 'No, don't go, don't leave us.' From that point on, everything turned around." A desire for travel, a little extra money and the need to feel productive impelled the Elmore City native to join the Peace Corps. VSee PEACE, Page 7

Top African American executive gives students tips on business A visit by the President of the Southwestern Region of JC to achieve that; what are the steps along the road. Nothing can Penney Co. Inc., Edward T. Howard, left students with several replace having goals in life. You may consistently alter those tips on successful marketing March 9 at the Business Building. goals. but you got to have that goal and a vision of what you've Howard, who is from Los Angeles, offered some vital want to be." Marketing comes in different phases, and Howard placed strategies that can help individuals achieve success in their the electronic media as the most important factor in the advercareers. "Know your company. You have to be very familiar with tising field in today's world. "I think the true marketing comes in customer service," said them and you definitely have to know what you want out of life Howard. and what you want to achieve," said Howard. "And then, within that company, find out what does it take VSee BUSINESS, Page 4

Gun control Concealed weapons bill may be passed Sept. 1 in Oklahoma By Elizabeth Hew Staff Writer Questions overcame employees and students at UCO when a bill allowing citizens to carry concealed handguns was passed Feb. 27 in a ratio of 43-to-4, with one absent vote, on the Senate floor in Oklahoma City. Entitled the "Oklahoma Self-Defense Act," the Senate Bill Three will bring changes that may result in a commotion from opponents as well as supporters of the bill. The bill was scheduled for a hearing in the House of Representatives. If it is passed and is signed by the governor, it will be enacted Sept. 1, said a representative for the Senate. Even though weapons have to remain concealed and are not allowed in public places, including campuses, much debate is going on around UCO concerning the bill. "I would be surprised if it (the bill) became law," said Dr. John George, professor of political science. "If it did become law, I would feel no safer than I feel now." Director of the criminal justice department, Dr. William D. Parker said, "I don't think we need to carry concealed weapons. It will create problems for the police, the guy carrying the gun and the community at large." TSee ARMED, Page 5

A UCO student holds a .38-caliber handgun. Citizens may be allowed to carry concealed weapons if a new gun bill is passed. (Staff Photo by John Gilmore)

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Narasinga Rao is the first Oklahoman ever elected to the American Institute of Physics.

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Concealed weapons a threat to all society Guns. They're common in Oklahoma, from shotguns to .22s, gun ownership seems to be as much of an American dream as apple pie. But the right to bear arms does not extend to casual usage and concealment. The right to bear arms was granted to Americans to protect themselves against intruders—to guard against militia cornmon during the founding, of this country. The right to carry concealed weapons is not something that deserves to be given to citizens. With the possibility of the "Oklahoma Self-Defense Act" being passed. Oklahoma citizens could he given the right to carry concealed weapons. While the legislation would restrict carrying of weapons in public places. "competence courses" must also be taken to assure the person knows how to handle a gun. The courses are a good idea for anyone who wants to purchase any weapon, and perhaps should be applied to all firearm purchasing requirements. Applicants must also apply for the right to carry a concealed weapon. This is also a good idea that should be applied to ALL gun purchasers—NOT to JUST those who want to hide them. Let's enact legislation for ALL gun owners. it doesn't make much sense why the state wouldn't—except that the lobbyists would quit doling. out moneys to make our congressmen "decide" what's best for OUR society. What are the benefits of carrying a concealed weapon? Well, most police would agree firearm force is rarely appropriate for any situation. Firearm use is an absolute last resort. Period. It should never be encouraged as otherwise. There are lives being destroyed at the receiving end of every bullet. This bill being passed could indeed encourage more people to use deadly force instead of acting more reasonably. Students, staff and faculty will not be able to carry firearms to school if legislation is passed, because it is public property: Concealed weapons are a threat to the safety of everybody. Many shootings are by an assailant using the victim's own gun. Children misuse guns because they are easily available. Children take guns to school. We should never leave an open door—under any circumstances—that would allow any person to be wrongfully wounded or murdered. Society should opt for another alternative—any alternative—first. Gun violence, or even the threat of it, is not the proper way to "protect" anything. It may be the easiest in many cases, but it's not the best. A

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s we listened to the superb performance of the University of Central Oklahoma's Wind Ensemble and Concert Chorale Feb. 6 at the State Capitol, it seemed to evolve into a grand celebration of Oklahoma's talented young people and the Capitol building in its beauty...a reaffirmation that Oklahoma is indeed a great state. Spirits rose and an awe enveloped the audience as the music filled the great rotunda,

much like a chorus and orchestra in one of the world's great cathedrals. The audience was so moved that many were mistyeyed as they heard music such as the Battle Hymn of the Republic in a splendid arrangement by Wilhousky. The talented musicians of the University of Central Oklahoma rank among the finest. Our state officials were honored not only by the Nigh Institute but by the musicians. In the Salute to the Leadership of

Oklahoma, President and Mrs. George Nigh exemplify the true spirit of Oklahoma...a caring couple who believe in uplifting the very best in our state. By choosing the State Capitol for the celebration, they shared the newly-lighted art and architecture of the building that belongs to every Oklahoman. —Betty Price Executive Director State Arts Council of Oklahoma

Student upset over upkeep of parking lots

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muter at the University of Central Oklahoma. Due to the recent weather we have had, I would like to take this opportunity to inform you that the University of Central Oklahoma is primarily a "commuter school." First of all, shortly after this semester began, we had some winter weather move through and it caused some concern about road conditions. As I began my hesitant drive to school, the roads in Oklahoma City and Edmond were surprisingly clear. To my amazement, when I got to the UCO campus, I found that the parking lots were a solid sheet of ice, the sidewalks were impassable and the stairs next to the Student Union had ice all over them as well. It was real nice to see the facility and parking fees going toward a worthy

cause (ha ha ha). As for the most recent winter weather we experienced, I feel the university had the commuters put their lives in the hands of the weather once again. It began snowing Wednesday afternoon. It did not stop until early Thursday morning, only to begin again later in the morning. The temperatures were not rising but were remaining below freezing. Thursday morning I, among many other students, called Ext. 3601 to see if classes were canceled, only to find that they had been delayed to 9 a.m. I was not real anxious to venture out into the weather, especially not knowing if once I got to the campus I was going to he able to park in the parking lots or even if the sidewalks or steps around the university would be free of the icy conditions I experienced the last time. Given the previous informa-

tion, don't you think classes for Thursday and Friday should have been canceled either late Wednesday night or early Thursday morning before commuters made an attempt to drive on the icy roads? Instead the university waited until commuters had an opportunity to drive in these hazardous conditions before canceling classes around 11 a.m. on Thursday! 'Some commuters had 9:10 classes, so some were already on campus, not knowing that they were going to have to turn right hack around and try to get back home. Come on guys, someone needs to start thinking about the students! After all, aren't we the ones that keep the university going? Without us, you don't have a university! Please, think about us! —S. Yzquierdo UCO student


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University professor elected to American Institute of Physics By John Clanton Staff Writer

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Sixth graders Veronica Pinneo and Brigette Masterson look over their science fair project prior to judging. The science fair, which was held in the University Center Grand Ballroom featured 350 students from area schools. (Staff Photo by Christopher Smith)

Narasinga Rao was recently elected to serve in the American Institute of Physics. A professor at UCO for 10 years, Rao became the first Oklahoman to serve on the American Institute of Physics. Rao will serve as one of the 12 members on the governing board of the institution. Narasinga Rao "We publish journals and we promote physics. We are the physics liaison, basically, for the whole country," said Rao. Rao was nominated to the position by one of his colleagues in New York. "I have been involved in the community quite a bit," said Rao. "They know me both in my research field as well as from the academic progress in the community." The American Institute of Physics, headquartered in Maryland, meets twice a year. Rao will attend a meeting in Maryland from March 31 to April 1. In October 1995, the institute will meet in Dearborn, Mich. and will be sponsored by the Ford Motor Company.


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Stevens grabs first, People's Choice in Mr. UCO pageant Joacquin Stevens wins Mr. UCO 1995-1996 and the People's Choice award. The competition took place Saturday night in the UCO University Center. First runnerup is Jonathan George, second runner-up is Gene H. Moon. The Mr. Congeniality award went to Tyron T Shaw (Staff Photo by David McNeese)

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BUSINESS continued from front page "Nothing, is a better market than the very best customer service. It takes so many avenues. Just having the kind of merchandise that you want when you want \ ; ce.. . to buy it is customer ser-

This is because if customers go into a store to buy something but do not find it, nine out of 10 times they will look somewhere else in the future, he said. Howard. who got a degree in psychology from Marshall University. W. Va., first ventured into business 30 years ago. After graduating from college, he was about to accept a job offer in personnel with another firm. Getting into JC Penney Co. Inc. was a mere coincidence. "The placement director called me one day and said 'Ed, I need you to take a minute to take an interview with the JC Penney Co.,' and I was very impressed with the individual doing the interviewing," said Howard.

"But unlike I should have done. I had not really studied the company he fore hand because I was only taking the interview as a favor to someone else. I had no interest." H owever, H oward was so impressed with the interviewer that he went to the library afterward to study the company. Finding Out the company was doing a mass expansion, he felt it was an opportunity to work there. Howard started the training program working in every branch and level of the company. Today, Howard is the highest ranking minority in the JC Penney Co. Inc. He complimented the company for playing a part in his success. "The company, I think, has been very forthright and also very aggressive in minority hiring. Minority suppliers and I think that we have done a tremendous job, especially within the last five years, advancing and educating our entire popula-

tion of minorities," said Howard. "It just feels good to be in the position, regardless of whether you are a minority or not. It's a goal that I have had in the past and it is just a good feeling to have accomplished that." JC Penney started a major restructuring program in 1983 and finished it in late 1989. Prior to 1983, the company had a philosophy of one-stop shopping in their stores but a different approach is adopted today because customers have changed. "Customers of the '80s wanted brands and were very brand conscious," said Howard. "Today's customers are more value conscious, more so than the brand. If the brand happens to give them that value, that's fine, but they're not loyal to brands as they once were." /2:a

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ARMED continued from front page "Just because 21 other states adopted this law doesn't mean it is a good law. It may not solve the current problem. What happens to the guy who uses the gun? It is not clear and precise that you will not get prosecuted." Sgt. Ted Jones of the campus police said it could pose a hazard to police officers. "I, as a police officer, am against anyone who uses a weapon. It is definitely a detriment to our personal safety. Police officers have to go through a psychological test to check if we're mentally fit to use it. I'm not primarily concerned about whether they knowhow to use it or not, but when to use it.

The Senate Bill Three requires applicants to: 1) be at least 21 2) be a state resident for six months 3) be without any previous convictions of felony 4) have no mental or physical disability 5) have a doctor's certificate if previously committed to a mental institution 6) not be under the influence of alcohol 7) be without any substance abuse 8) show competence in handling a handgun and be registered with any state or nationally certified instructor 9) sign a waiver with the

Just because 21 other states adopted this law doesn't mean it is a good law... What happens to the guy who uses the gun? It is not clear and precise that you will not get prosecuted. —Dr. William D. Parker Director, UCO criminal justice department state Senate that allows it to check the medical and background records of the applicants Applicants need to fill out an application with the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation and leave two sets of their fingerprints. If applicants pass the requirements, a license for three years at the cost of $75 will be provided. Under this act, gun carriers are not allowed to have their weapons discerned or discharged, said a representative from the Senate. Carriers are not authorized to use the gun or carry it in public buildings such as churches, schools, state and federal buildings, liquor premises and more. Carriers can be charged with a criminal offense if weapons are conspicuous and a fine of up to $50 will be charged for the first offense. If weapons are discharged, the carriers will be charged for having the weapon unconcealed and discharged.

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Russia signs deal for $6 billion loan MOSCOW (AP) — The head of the International Monetary Fund and Russia's prime minister signed an agreement that paves the way for a 56.25 billion loan that is expected to boost confidence in the government of President Boris Yeltsin. The signing by IMF managing director Michel Camdessus and Prime Minister Viktor Chernomyrdin, reported by the governments press service, came after Camdessus met With Yeltsin. The government is counting on the loan to help finance the 1995 budget deficit and to bolster the government's plan for reducing inflation. which \\ aS 16 percent for January and 11 percent for February. The IMF deal could also boost Russia's chances for a S600 Million World Bank loan to rehabilitate its oil industry.

Stolen Picasso painting discovered CHICAGO (AP) — A stolen Pablo Picasso painting worth 5650.000 was discovered in the back seat of a car by police officers making a traffic stop. The 1928 oil-and-acrylic painting. titled "Tete. was stolen from an art gallery last January. It appeared to have a small scratch on it, but otherwise seemed none the worse for wear. said gallery co-owner Paul Gray. The two men in the car were arrested and charged with felony theft. The Picasso had been consigned to the gallery by the estate of a collector. Gray said he wasn't particularly surprised that it was found. "It may be worth a lot of money, but the potential market is very small and very sophisticated and very hard to reach„ - Gray said. "So. it's a misguided effort to steal these kinds of things."

Witch's foster children taken away EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — A woman whose three foster children were abruptly removed from her home says the action was motivated by religious discrimination — against witches. Jessica Spurr, a licensed foster parent since 1991, says a case worker made an unannounced visit and removed the three toddlers — four days after a newspaper article detailed her induction as a high priestess in a pagan coven. The state child welfare agency said the children were removed because she was a bad parent. Joanne Lehrer, Department of Children, Youth and Families chief of staff, said confidentiality laws prevented her from speaking in detail about the case. A DCYF letter said "the children were eating food off the floor," and Lehrer said she was told the children were found unattended and in unsanitary conditions. Spurr had cared for the children — a 2-year-old boy, 1-yearold boy and 1-year-old girl — for months. Spurr has asked the American Civil Liberties Union to intervene. She expects to defend herself at a DCYF hearing.

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UCO Counseling Center to hold group sessions for depression By Farzana Razak

Staff Writer UCO's Counseling Center is hosting a service group gathering for students suffering from depression, .3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. every Tuesday, through May 2 at the University Center. The group will be led by Anita Sweetland, an advanced graduate student who is currently completing her practicum in community counseling. The session is open to all without a fee. Those interested will have to contact the Counseling Center for registration. Participants will go through a screening that tells them what the group is about. The first session was held March 7 and Sweetland said the response was good, although many people who called to regis-

ter did not show up. "This is a learning group where people can learn more about depression," said Sweetland. "The objective of this group is to understand moods and feelings." Depression is an emotional state characterized by intense and realistic sadness, she said. It affects a considerable number of individuals in our society. Statistically, from three to six percent of all people will eventually have a major depressive episode in their lifetime. When you get it (depression) depends on life situations, grief, loss of loved ones, change of lifestyle and even age and the changes that coincides with it," said Sweetland. ''It might also occur due to a person's genetic component," she said. "If anyone in your fam-

ily has a history of clinical depression, you'd probably get it too." When extended over a long period of time, it is a disorder, she said. Participants will learn ways to defeat depression. "They'll learn what are the types of depression, what are the effects and the techniques to cope with it," she said. The session will include exercises where participants learn coping skills and the cognitive restructuring of how people feel and think. There will also be group discussions and participants will be presented with informative materials such as different exercises they can do at home. For more information, call Anita Sweetland at 341-2980, Ext. 2215. ,

Physics lab receives grant to surf Net With a little help from friends in UC0's math department and a S75.000 grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF), Dr. Weldon Wilson, assistant professor of physics, has been able to hook 20 computers in the physics lab onto the Internet. We got the grant through NSF's laboratory instrumentation program," Wilson said.

The computers are set up in two labs for upper and lower level classes. The idea initially was that the students would be able to analyze physics data they collected during an experiment, Wilson said. However, the network has been set up so that all physics classes can be taught with the aid of Internet, he said.

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"I had thought about joining for a long time," said Bennett. "Right after graduation, I picked up a Peace Corps application. Half a year later, I dusted it off and filled it out—all 14 pages." Before departing the United States in July 1992, Bennett founded Open Territory, an Edmond-based wholesaler and mail-order company which specialized in products of interest to outdoorsmen. Bennett also worked as headwaiter at Garfield's Restaurant and Pub in Edmond. He earned his bachelor's degree in marketing from UCO in 1991. Bennett's experience in the business world led him to co-establish the Palau Community College Small Business Resource Center as part of his Peace Corps project. "We began with a country-wide survey, then developed workshops and seminars based on those needs. We offered one-on-one counseling with small business owners, help with putting accounting systems into place and advice with marketing decisions." ccording to Bennett, Palau's present customs and values make running a business difficult. "Traditionally in Palau, material stuff has no value. People were always coming into my room and

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taking things, and it wasn't stealing. Material things belong to everybody," he said. "What's valuable is information because it's rarely shared. Since (co-volunteer) Greg Lally and I were outsiders, it. was easy for Palauans to tell their business problems," Bennett said. "If they were to tell another Palauan about their business problems, it would be seen as an extreme weakness." Due to its proximity to the Philippines, Palau's past is colored by German, Spanish and Japanese occupations. In October 1994, the republic was granted autonomy by its final foreign sovereign—the United States. "There are a lot of different influences on Palau," said Bennett. "For example, although there are a lot of Spanish last names, Palau's culture most closely resembles Japan's. "In Palau, I realized for the first time how important touch is," he said. "The culture didn't really touch among the adults. Relations between men and women also were strictly governed by Palauan customs," said Bennett. "If a man and a woman are seen walking together in public, they are considered a married couple," he said. "Dates are never even discussed in public and are always done privately." Bennett learned Palauan rules of

courtship through firsthand experience. "There's a Palauan girl I'm going out with still—she's flying here in a

couple of weeks—and she's distantly related to my Palauan family, the family that 'adopted' me," said Bennett. "It's taboo to have any dating between two related people, no matter how far apart they're related. "One of my Palauan sisters went and talked to my girlfriend and told her, 'You guys are related, you'd better be careful,"' he laughed. "I'll be a son in their family for the rest of my life." eadjusting to life in the U.S. has been almost as traumatic as adapting to life in Palau was, Bennett said. "Getting used to Palau was hard. I had to eat fish and rice three times a day. The kids looked filthy to me," said Bennett. "Then I thought, 'Everybody's lived here, no one's had a problem, these kids have been dirty all their lives and before they were around, there were other dirty kids.' I just blew it off, eventually," he said. "Being back in the U.S., I feel like I've filed for bankruptcy, lost everything, and never left the States," he said. "I was really alone in Palau for a long time and there were a lot of times I would've liked to have left my Palauan family. But same as you do at home, you just stick it out."

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Peace Corps recruiter speaks with students By Iris Knight Staff Writer Students received information about serving in the Peace Corps during a question and answer session March 8 at the University Center. Bob Kirby, recruiter for the Peace Corps stationed in Dallas, fielded questions from students interested in fighting world hunger, disease and poverty. Kirby also handed out brochures and showed a video of several volunteers in action around the globe. "The Peace Corps is a world-wide symbol of how our nation cares about people," Kirby said. More than 140,000 Americans have been Peace Corps volunteers. Six thousand are currently serving in over 90 countries. Kirby said the assignments are two-year commitments in community level fields. such as small business and cooperative development. Other areas of service include agriculture,

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Mules hold off UCO for regional title Bronchos' season ends with 117-112 loss in South Central Final By Mike Erwin

Sports Editor The Central Oklahoma men's basketball team got 34 points from Junie Sanders but it wasn't enough as Central Missouri State surprised the Bronchos in the NCAA Division II South Central Regional Final at St. Joseph. Mo. One night after knocking off No. 7 Missouri Western. the Mules got 37 points from Tyrone Latimer and eliminated UCO 117-112. The 15th-ranked Bronchos led only once, 5-3 less than a minute into the game. From there. the Mules led by as many as 16 points before going to the locker room with a 62-49 lead. UCO spent the second half battling back and pulled within four when junior guard Scott Sanders hit a three-pointer to make it 92-88 with 7:18 left. Twice in the final seven minutes, CMSU led by nine points. After the Chris Smith hit a shot

from the lane. the Mules led 112103 with :43 remaining. Junie Sanders answered with a three-pointer to pull UCO within six. After the Mules' Smith hit one of two freethrows. Jason Ervin nailed a three-pointer to make the score 113-109 at :27. CNISU's Demeitrius Drew dunked to put the Mules back up by six before Junie Sanders added another three-pointer as the Bronchos inched within three with :04 left. Drew finished off the scoring with a slam as the clock ran out on the Bronchos• season. The victory sends the 24-7 Mules on to the Elite Eight NCAA Division II Championships in Louisville. Ky. UCO ends its season at 23-7. UCO 94, Mississippi Coll. 88 The Bronchos moved into the regional finals by holding off Mississippi College 94-88 Saturday night in St. Joseph, Mo.

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Mississippi College had moved into the semifinals with an upset of 19th-ranked Washburn Tuesday night. but UCO had six players score in double figures to end the Choctaws' tournament run. After watching a 16-point lead evaporate. the Bronchus took the lead for good when Zoderick Green nailed a threepointer from the baseline to put UCO up. 73-72, with 7:29 remaining in the game. The Bronchos got two inside buckets from forward Tyshon Fisher and a slam dunk from guard Jason Ervin to end a 9-0 run at 7972. The Choctaws, however, made one more run at UCO and were within 81-80 at the 3:13 mark when Greg Sheffield hit a shot from inside the lane. The Bronchos then used their spread offense to get baskets from Junie Sanders and Ed King. From there. the Choctaws never got closer than three points. Green led the Bronchus with 20 points while Scott Sanders netted 16 to go along with a school record-tying 7 steals. Junie Sanders was the game's leading rebounder with 10 boards. With the loss, the Choctaws' season ends at 20-10.

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Sanders, Green picked for All-Region team

Bronchos struggle in Kansas In a rough early season test, Central Oklahoma lost three of four games to Central Missouri State and Fort Hays State over the weekend at Hays, Kan. UCO fell to FHSU 6-2 on Saturday before being downed by defending national champion CMSU 3-0. On Sunday, the Bronchos edged No. 23 CMSU 4-3 and lost to FHSU 4-2. The sixth-ranked Bronchos (8-3) struggled at the plate, managing only two hits in Saturday's loss while FHSU collected seven against UCO pitcher Loan Dollins (1-1). UCO outhit CMSU 4-3 in Saturday's second game but the three hits were all the Mules needed. UCO starting pitcher Greg Hall (2-1) picked up the loss despite striking out 10 and walking five. Brian Nichols (3-0) pitched a complete game in UCO's win over CMSU Sunday, allowing three runs on four hits, striking out seven and walking two. The B, prichos scattered seven

Central Oklahoma's Junie Sanders and Zoderick Green were named to the South Central All-Region Basketball Team last week by sports information directors from the region. Sanders, the preseason pick for Lone Star Conference Player of the Year, averaged 21.5 points and led the league with 10.2 rebounds per game. A 6-3 senior forward from Brooklyn, N.Y., he twice. won player of the week honors in the LSC while leading UCO in scoring and rebounding.

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The Bronchos' Brian Nichols hurls a pitch against South Dakota on March 6. Sunday, Nichols threw a four-hitter as UCO beat Central Missouri 4-3. (Staff Photo by John Gilmore) hits and never trailed after a over UCO. Justin Bernard (1-1) three-run first inning that gave was the losing pitcher. UCO next faces Pittsburgh them a 3-1 lead. In the fourth game, FHSU State at Pittsbugh, Kan. for a scored four runs in the bottom of doubleheader at 1:30 p.m. the sixth inning for a 7-2 victory Thursday.

It was the Lady Bronchos first action after having their own tournament, the Central Oklahoma Invitational, and a doubleheader with South Dakota State cancelled due to inclement weather.

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Green, a 6-0 senior point guard from Duncanville, Texas, averaged 20.3 points, 6.9 assists and 3.6 three-pointers per game. Earlier this season, he set the school single-game assist record with 17. He has also sank a three-pointer in 36 straight games, dating back to last seaon. Green was the player of the week in the LSC for Jan. 31-Feb. 6. The Broncho duo also shared most valuable player honors at the LSC Tournament.

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How many would really consider themselves physically fit? Different instructors will have different opinions on the type of exercise that best fits a certain body part. The exercises below are recommended by Chuck Bailey, UCO physical education instructor for weight-training and running aerobics, and assistant football coach. How does Bailey tone and build firmer thighs?

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Matthew Sweet 100% fun smoothly. His music stirs emotions inside the listener. The slow and thoughtful songs combined with the upbeat grooves

take the listener through a range of emotions throughout the CD. Fans of Matthew Sweet will enjoy 100% fiin as it is one of :4z his better albums.

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comprises 18 songs, compiled from Brook's six previous albums. Garth plays a variety of country music. The Hits has everything from two-steppin' dance tunes to barcured blues to country-style drinking anthems. Some listeners may be surprised to learn that Brooks is rarely the sole writer of his pop-

ular songs. Brooks is the stereotypical country-western singer. His songs are often "twangy" and the speeds of the songs vary from easygoing country swing to slow acoustical melodies. Although Brooks is capable of playing semi-technical guitar lines, the people who will enjoy his album most are only fans of country music.

Del Amitri's muse 'twisted' to fit audiences As far as understanding where they are coming from and what they are trying to say, Del Amitri is the most allusive band around.

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MAINLY STUDENTS 20 yrs exp, 4.0 SNU grad, types 120 wpm, APA, Turabian, etc. Editing/writing assistance, laser printer, competitive rates. Within walking distance to UCO. By appt only, 340-2001 or 24-hr pager 5579121. BICYCLE DOCTOR Mobile bicycle repair. Call Kent 3406672 or 282-8524. THE EXECUTIVE TOUCH Secretarial Services offers student discounts on word processing - $1 .75/pg, DS; 52.50/pg, SS. Other services include resumes, proofreading, newsletters, flyers, notary public. 341-6779. FREE, FREE, FREE Computer consulting on fixing software and hardware problems: IBM compatible upgrade. Giving advice to buy PC and software. Helping setting modem and Internet. Call 340-4886 for "Canggil-r.

EMPLOYMENT TEDDY'S AMERICAN Restaurant is now accepting applications for full/part time, day & evening cooks & dishwashers. Will work around schedule & will train, 520 E Memorial, 784-4740.

FAST FUNDRAISER-Raise $500 in 5 days, GREEKS, GROUPS, CLUBS, MOTIVATED INDIVIDUALS. Fast, easy, no financial obligation, (800)7753851, X33. NOW HIRING all shifts for a 24-hr Hardee's. Apply at the Texaco Oasis Travel Ctr, 1-35 & 122nd St from 8am8pm 7 dy/wk. TRAVEL ABROAD AND WORK. Make up to $2000-$4000 +/mo teaching basic conversational English in Japan, Taiwan, or S Korea. No teaching background or Asian languages required. For info call: (206)632-1146 ext J58063. OLAN MILLS National Studio Is looking for sales people 9-12 momings or 5-9 evenings, Sat 9-1. Apply in person at 1527 E 2nd St between 128pm. JIFFY LUBE Now hiring students for part time lube techs. Need people for morns & Saturdays. Will work around school schedule. Benefits include insurance & bonuses. Great starting pay. No experience necessary, will train. Apply in person 130 E 2nd, Edmond. EXPERIENCED Machine Embroidery help needed immediately. Part time, very flexible hrs. $5/hr. Apply in person: Heirloom Monogram, 7656 N Westem, OKC, 843-4811. PART TIME banquet waiters needed for morning & evening shifts. Must be 21, experience preferred. Apply in person at The Ramada, 930 E 2nd, Edmond. STUDENT Representative needed to run marketing project on campus, PIT, great earning potential, 1-800-459VISA x35. ATTENTION Business, Marketing & Management Majors: Summer work available with experience to help with resume. Make $1922/mo this summer. Please call 447-8060, leave message. PART TIME EVENINGS Monday - Friday 5:45 - 10:45pm Must type 20 wpm, good communication skills. Call Olsten Staffing Service. 525-3456 NEVER A FEE! PART TIME shipping & receiving, customer service person needed, M/F. 3 days/wk, hours flexible, 235-0583 for appt. BRUSHER/BATHER needed morning hours. The harder you work, the more you make. Blue Ribbon Pet Boutique, 1710 S Kelly, Edmond.

RAPIDLY GROWING national software company In Edmond has Customer Service Trainee positions open, 20-40 hrs/wk. Mostly data collection, some selling. $6.50/hr + performance bonuses. Must have excellent verbal & phone skills. Students welcome. Fantastic starting position-high paid customer service representatives start here. For a personal interview be at 1015 Waterwood Parkway, Bldg I (across from UCO) at 5:00 on Thurs evening.

UPS is looking for loaders & unloaders to work in OKC facility. Pay is $8/hr. Interested applicants should sign up for interviews at Career Development & Placement Services in the University Ctr. EOE M/F.

NATIONAL PARKS HIRINGSeasonal & full time employment available at National Parks, Forests & Wildlife Preserves. Benefits + bonuses! Apply now for best positions. Call: 1-206-545-4804 ext N58062.

SUMMER JOBS The City of Edmond Parks & Recreation Dept is now accepting applications for lifeguards and swim instructors. Apply In the Personnel Office, 100 E 1st, Edmond, OK, EOE.

CRUISE SHIPS NOW HIRING. Earn up to $2000+/mo working on Cruise Ships or Land Tour companies. World travel. Seasonal & full time employment available. No experience necessary. For more into call 1-206634-0468 ext C58064.

NOW TAKING APPS for part time, motivated, outgoing team members. Flexible hours. Apply Mon-Fri, 2-4pm, KFC, Quail Springs Mall.

LOOKING FOR A JOB?? Reservation Sales Agents, yr-round positions, full/Ipart time shifts. We are looking for friendly, enthusiastic, dependable, articulate people to provide excellent customer service and sales support to our incoming calls. Requirements: Good spelling, grammar, computer & communication skills as well as 25 wpm min typing speed. Full time positions require flexibility to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings, nights, weekends & holidays. Pt time positions offer evening shifts consisting of 20-25 hrs/wk and work well for students. We offer starting pay of $5/hr, pd training, incentive & bonus pay & an excellent benefits pkg. Apps will be accepted on weekdays from 8:30am to 5:00pm. These positions start March & April. Howard Johnson Nat'l Reservation Center 3000 United Founders Blvd Ctr 3000 Bldg, Ste 201 Approx NW Hwy & May (call for directions) OKC, OK 73112 841-1404

THE ATHLETIC CLUB is looking for highly motivated, energetic, enthusiastic people to be part of our team. Exercise floor, front desk, & child activity center. Apply at 1331 W Memorial Rd, Suite 112.

ALASKA SUMMER Employment, Fishing Industry. Earn up to $3000$6000+ per month. Rm & Board! Transportation! Male/Female. No experience necessary! 206-545-4155 ext A58064. CRUISE SHIPS Now Hiring-Eam up to $2000+/mo working on Cruise Ships or Land Tour Companies. World travel. Seasonal & full time employment available. No experience necessary. For more into call 1-206634-0468 ext C58065. FREE FINANCIAL AID! Over $6 Billion In private sector grants & scholarships Is now available. All students are eligible regardless of grades, Income, or parents' income. Let us help. Call Student Financial Services: 1-800-263-6495 ext F58062. HEAD COACH for summer swim program In Guymon, OK. Paid position. Must be available mis-May to July 31. Team size averages 100 children, ages 4 to 18. Send resume detailing coaching and swimming experience to Guymon Swim Club, 207 S Oklahoma, Guymon, OK 73942 BEFORE Mar 15, or call 405-3388633 for additional Info.

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Hiring PT cooks, cashiers, and ride operators. Must be 16 or older and available to work wkends and holidays immediately. Apply in person at the Front Gate, Oklahoma City Zoo, 2101 NE 50th St, OKC, OK 73111 EOE. WANT TO BE IN CHARGE FOR A CHANGE? Experts project that 50,000,000 pagers will be sold in the next 6 years! You could cash in on this boom! Join the world's most exciting and demanding income opportunity. This will revolutionize the pager industryNationwide! Ground Floor MLM Opportunity No product to Inventory or Deliver Long Term Residual Income from Airtime Set Your Own Hours; Full & Part Time ATTENTION: This opportunity is exploding and our upcoming national TV ad campaign will further increase demand. We need distributors and sales reps immediately! SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY!!! Call Moles Enterprises 341-9215 and ask for Bamy or leave a message. NEED ENERGETIC and friendly people for temporary and p/t sales positions. Apply at LensCrafters in Quail Springs Mall. See Tina or Richard. No phone calls please. AIDE for 8-yr-old autistic boy for Spring Break. Call 359-1696. EDMOND COMPANY seeking part time customer service rep. PC & DOSWindows a plus. $15.50/hr up, 3590773. DOLLY MADISON needs a part time clerk 13 hrs, $5.53 starting. Physical required. Apply in person at 200 W Britton Rd. WEST NICHOLS HILLS Daycare has childcare assistant position available 3-6 daily, 842-3648. Ask for Phyllis or Shirley. INSTRUCTORS NEEDED! The Princeton Review Is looking for graduate students who scored exceptionally well on the LSAT, MCAT, GMAT, or GRE! We are hiring the brightest, most dynamic teachers for classes that really raise scores. We offer great pay, flexible hours, and the rewards of teaching students how to beat standardized tests! Call us at 360-3994 or 1-800-2REVIEW to arrange an interview. DRIVERS WANTED-Must know the streets of Edmond well. Approx $5.50/hr +. Must be intelligent and cleancut, restaurant experience helpful. Contact Ted, Dine Out In, 3413463, leave message. COFFEE CREEK Golf Course is looking for energetic and enthusiastic college students for summer work. Call 340-4653 and ask for Eric. SAFETY ANALYST/Sales Trainee. Company Trains. Ground floor opportunity. Bondable and coachable. Contact 748-3473. TCI WANTS YOU!!! Are you having trouble meeting your current financial needs? Are you looking for a way to help supplement your income while working around your current schedule? If so, join us at TCI MKT, America's fastest growing teledirect marketing co. Immediate positions available. WE OFFER: 'Pd training at $5/hr 'S6/hr after 2 pay periods *Plus S.50/hr incentive for working 20 hrs/wk That's $6.50/hr + bonuses and commissions along with 'Oppor for advancemt 'Modern wk environment DON'T DELAY CALL TODAY 359-7444 **FLASH** Also hiring licensed health & life Insurance agents.Call for details.

NEED BUNNIES & photographers for Easter Photo Operations at Quail Springs Mall. Photogs $5.50/hr; bunnies $6.50/hr. Call Judy at 7556530 or apply at mall mgmt office 8:30-5. CIMARRON STEAK HOUSE is now accepting apps for servers. Apply In person 2-5 Mon-Thurs. Full/Part time pos avail, no exp necessary. Will work w/school schedule, flex hrs, EOE, 9487778. COCINA DE MINO hiring for day wait staff & hostess and a cashier needed wiflex hrs. Apply between 2:30-4:30 M-Th. 3300 N. Bdwy.

FOR RENT STUDENT SPECIALS 1,2,3 bedrooms Some places can offer you everything under the sun. Come to SunRidge. We have the SUN, MOON, and STARS 1N/indoor & outdoor pools, tennis court, hot tub and exercise room. Our service is out of this world. Call 7522637. KISS YOUR SEARCH for the Perfect Apt Home "Goodbye"! 'Edmond Schools 'Limited access gates 'Intrusion Alarms '24-hr maintenance 'Near Quail Springs Mall *Washer/dryer available 'Indoor heated pool'sauna 'Exercise room'stocked lake QUAIL LAKES 14300 N Penn 755-4395 OXFORD OAKS is currently running student specials. Call for details, 3482431. 1 & 2 BEDROOM APTS Duplexes & Townhomes. Kennedy Place Apts 1010 N Kennedy, Edmond (Near UCO) 341-7911 Welcome Students! 1 & 2 BEDROOMS, utilities, all bills paid, rent starts at $350 plus deposit. Some newly remodeled. Chowning Heights Apts, 1012 Chartrand, Edmond, 341-4052. SPRING BREAK on fantastic South Padre Island. 2 bdrm luxurious condo close to main activity hotels. Extra nice, sleeps 8. Owner/agent, Pearl Fry 1-800-594-0903 or 210-541-9161.

FOR SALE "ALTERNATIVE TO JUICING" JUICE PLUS is the easy & more economical way to get your five servings of fruits & vegetables a day in capsule form. For more information, call Dan at 843-5331. ARE YOU TIRED of paying airtime for your pager? I can get you a pager w/free airtime. No more pager bills for the rest of your life. You can also get paid to wear your pager. Call Barny or leave a message at 341-9215 today for details. SMALL REGISTERED Dachshund, healthy, spayed, all shots, $50. 3591696. GETTING MARRIED? Save big bucks and hassels. Beautiful white cathedral length gown w/complete ensemble included (veil, slip, shoes). Will take best offer. Call 348-1707 between 4-10 for details. 1992 VW PASSAT GL, black, auto, sunroof, power locks, windows, alarm, car phone, cover, sporty. 25,000 miles only. Good condition, $13000. Call Tim 359-6988.

TRAVEL ASIAN TRAVEL & TOURS INC. Domestic/intemational Travel Low fares to: Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, India, Pakistan, Africa, Middle East, Europe, etc. CALL TODAY (405) 495-8687

ARE YOU AN ELEPHANT??? Then why work for peanuts!!! Earn the most money for your time at Visionquest MKT Services!! At Visionquest Mkt, we realize that our employees are our greatest asset and that is why we offer them more commission than anyone else in town! We also offer: 'Pd training program No experience necessary!! 'Excellent base pay GUARANTEED!! *Oppor for advancemt In our fully automated office!! 'Graduated comm scale The higher your sales, the higher your rate of comm!!

DIDN'T GET WHAT you wanted for Valentine's Day? Tell your loved one how you feel with an original love card featuring their name In a poem. They'll love It and so will you! Send the name you want featured, $7.50 and an S.A.S.E. to: ORIGINAL LOVE, 625 E Edwards #C-10, Edmond, OK 73034.

So stop settling for less and start earning what you deserve! Call Visionquest Mid Services today for an interview! 330-0270

INSOMNIAC PARTY LINE. Customer service reps are available 24 hrs/day, 7 days/wk for your questions and emergencies. Call 1-800-CITIBANK to app ly.

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND beach house, March 17-24. For more info 405-762-6084 or 405-762-3702.

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