The Vista March 26, 1987

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Central State University, Edmond, Oklahoma

Former governor paid through donations

CSU hires Nigh to lecture By Shannon Blockcolski Former Gov. George Nigh will become a distinguished statesman in residence at CSU. Dr. Bill Lillard, CSU president, announced Nigh's appointment Monday during a news conference. "I am pleased that Gov. Nigh will bring his expertise to CSU students, faculty and staff. He will be a great addition to the faculty at Central State," Lillard said. Nigh will receive $45,000 a year from the CSU Foundation, which is supported by private donations. "I decided I would not take any salary from state or public funds," Nigh said. "My work load will be of such a length of time to merit the amount of money donated for my salary." As distinguished statesman in residence, Nigh will be available

to lecture from a structured lecture program, conduct student forums with question and answer sessions and meet with various business people to bring the business community and the CSU business department and students together, Nigh said. "I want to be in the classroom. Perhaps with my background of serving 32 years in elected office and majoring in history and government, I could offer to students insight they might not have in their textbook," Nigh said. "I have always enjoyed visiting with various professors here, and I am very happy to be here." A year ago, Nigh was approached by two people who said they were willing to make donations to the university where Nigh chose to work. Nigh said after he selected CSU, the two original

donors found other people to give money to the CSU Foundation. Nigh said he decided to teach at CSU because he graduated from the same type of university, East Central Oklahoma State University in Ada. "I wanted to pick a regional university because I am trying to underscore that a student can go to a junior college or a smaller regional university and still be successful," Nigh said. "I want to encourage young people to be active in government." Nigh said the administration will recommend what his involvement at CSU will be, and he also will listen to the desires of the faculty and staff. "I was a good teacher — I had a great relationship with my students," Nigh said. "Plus, it is not uncommon for former governors to go on campus."

Former administrator suing president, Board of Regents Photographic Services: Dan Smith

Former Gov. George Nigh, addresses a press conference Monday where Dr. Bill Lillard, CSU president, announced the hiring of Nigh as Distinguished Statesman in Residence. Nigh's $45, 000 a year salary will be paid by the CSU Foundation.

Governor presents student with award for life saving By Thomas Lewis Student Writer Gov. Henry Bellmon presented Mike Hatchette, sophomore, the Life Saver Award for his use of cardiopulimonary resuscitation to save another student's life after both were struck by lightning. Hatchette earned his award after a day of fishing was cut short by rain. Hatchette and Reggie Bennett, freshman, were walking across a field when lightning struck the ground between them. Hatchette recovered to find Bennett unconscious and not breathing. Hatchette used his Boy Scout training and began administering compressions to Bennett's chest and mouth to mouth resuscitation. He then ran to a nearby house to summon emergency help. Bennett only suffered minor burns. "It was either me do it or him die, he wasn't breathing and his heart stopped. It was just an impulse," Hatchette said. The Life Saver Award ceremony is sponsored by the CPR Clearinghouse in commemoration of "CPR Month" in March. The award was given to citizens who have saved a life through the prompt administration of CPR. According to CPR Clearinghouse, CPR given by a bystander prior to the arrival of emergency medical help can greatly enhance a victim's chance for survival from heart attack, choking, drowning, electrocution or other life threatening situations.

By Joe Ballew Student Writer A $600,000 lawsuit has been filed against CSU president Dr. Bill Lillard by former vice president of academic affairs Dr. James Perry. According to Perry's attorney, Odie Nance, Perry had a contract from July 1, 1985 to June 30, 1986. The practice at CSU was if written notice is not given on contract non/renewal, then a contract is extended another year. Nance said Perry was not given notice his contract was extended only to October 1, 1986. Nance said, "Anytime an educator is asked to leave during

an academic year, it leaves a certain stigma with other schools and impairs other educational possibilities." Perry is asking $350,000 in actual damages from Lillard and $250,000 in punitive damages. Perry said, "I have been thinking about filing this suit for quite awhile." He declined to comment any further. Lillard said, "I have tremendous respect for the judicial system in this country. If anyone feels they have been wronged they have a right to go to court, and so do I." On advice from legal council,

Lillard declined any further comment. Perry announced his resignation in June, 1986. At that time he said he was open to private enterprises as well as academics, but the academics would have to have a different style of opportunity before he jumped back into it. When Perry submitted his resignation to Lillard, Lillard submitted a recommendation to the Regents which extended Perry's contract through Sept. 30, 1986. The Regents accepted his resignation effective Sept. 30 instead of May, 1987, as Perry requested. At that time Perry told The Continued on page 8

Blood drive to provide AIDS test From Staff Reports Tests for the Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome will be given during the spring blood drive Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the University Center Council Room. According to Pam Powell, spokesperson for the Sylvan N. Golman Center, Oklahoma Blood Institute, students have participated in blood drives since 1983, providing 1086 pints of blood. A goal of 160 units has been set for the drive, Powell said. "Blood donating offers an opportunity for a miniphysical, which includes checks for: temperature, pulse, blood pressure and iron levels," Powell said.

"Following their donations, donors will receive results of a cholesterol check in the mail. Student nurses will assist during the blood drive. Each donor will receive either a free tumbler or frisbee, Powell said. Each student's blood will be tested for human immunodeficiency virus antibodies, the probable cause of AIDS, Powell said. "Any and all medical equipment used in the donation process is sterilized and disposable. This eliminates the possibility of contracting any disease, including AIDS," states a Oklahoma Blood Institute pamphlet.


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