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Legislators discuss higher education issues at the Capitol By Loree Schrank Student Writer
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egislators and education leaders addressed higher education issues that could result in UCO students paying higher fees and tuition during the "Day at the Capitol," April 8. Educational funding, fees and tuition discussions all revolved around the same theme "more money." The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education want the state to allocate an additional $77.7 million for the 1998 fiscal year over the $636.2 million appropriated for the 1997 fiscal year. A $41 million chunk of the $77.7 million being asked for will be for institutional priorities including salary increases, new faculty positions and library acquisitions. Nigh Legislators believe there would be problems with the Regents receiving the amount of money being requested because they are one of several programs asking for funds from the same account. The main competition for funds comes from the Oklahoma State Corrections Department. Correctional facilities are in need of repairs and increased space. UCO President George Nigh suggested that the state should tap into the "Rainy Day" funds set aside for emergencies to meet the correctional department's one-time expense that would result in less competition for appropriated funds. _ Nigh said he considered the needs for the V See CAPITOL, Page 3
Making a mark... Connor Lisle looks on while his brother Jackson inspects his artwork at a carnival in the Home Economics Building. The carnival was held last Wednesday to insrease awareness of the Week of the Young Child. Children in the daycare center drew pictures on paper, which are currently being displayed in the halls of the Home Economics Building. UCO graduate student Lori Lindley organized the event. (Staff photo by John Clanton)
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PROPOSAL Harris responds to proposed tuition increases.
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WHO DON'T PAY TAXES
It's par for the course. The Oklahoma Legislature controls the tuition increases. Since we're not voting for them this year, they can afford to take a little extra out of our wallets. The decision to raise tuition is currently based on political considerations rather than economic needs of the institutions or the students. But politics could be taken out of the picture. Tuition decision-making power should be transferred to the State Regents. These are people who work directly with the universities and know the needs of the institutions. They have direct knowledge about higher education in Oklahoma that the legislators may lack. Students seldom want tuition increases, but a modest annual increase motivated by genuine need would be easier to swallow than larger increases fueled by political maneuvering.
I. GUESS TAX TIME is PAIN FOK EVERYPODY. Pujan Roka/The Vista
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Vol. 98, No. 49 (USPS 661-700) ISSN: 1084-9149
Student questions seat belt law
Editor Gayleen Langthorn Copy Editor Lisa Tatum Sports Editor Cory Miller Sports Writer Phil Long Sports Writer Darrell Weidner Advertising Mgr Jerry Yeoh Ad Sales Brian Kyle Ad Sales James Finley Ad Sales Tamara Schones Writer Rhonda Bowden Writer Heidi Centrella
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young college student was on his way to class one day, when he was pulled over by the local policeman. "Son, I stopped you because I noticed you were not wearing your seat belt, and I'm afraid I have to give you a ticket." "You have got to be kidding!" the student responds. Alas, he continues on his way to school with the costly ticket in hand. WARNING: LIBERTY UNDER ASSAULT. "Brian," you ask, "How could a seat belt law be an assault on liberty, after all seatbelts save countless lives." I do not dispute that seatbelts save lives, however, the passage of a law requiring them to be worn is an assault on liberty. My decision to not wear a seat belt doesn't not infringe on another person's rights. Therefore, how can the act of not wearing a seatbelt be a crime? It can not be, for the simple fact that my
actions affect no one else, except for myself. "But Brian, people that are injured when they don't wear their seatbelt cost society through medical expenses." Oh, how I have heard this argument before. Society pays medical costs because the person was injured. How many people each year are hospitalized for being in poor health because they fill up on Big Macs and don't exercise? Probably a lot. Should we pass a law stating that everyone must eat health food and run five miles a day? "Brian," you say, "You are being ridiculous." Really? Keep an eye on the lawsuit against the tobacco industry. Who's next? Pizza Hut perhaps. Let's assume for the moment that there were no costs to society. Should people be forced by law to wear seat belts, just because they save lives, and we think they are a good idea? When this occurs, society is then
forcing their moral beliefs upon me through coercion. I'm of the Christian faith and I think it's a good idea that every person be saved. Let's enact a law requiring everyone to become a Christian. OOPS, I forgot about the First Amendment. The framers of the Constitution placed freedom of religion and speech first, because it was a high priority. Why? They knew that when the government gained the power to force an ideology and belief onto society, that the people would no longer be free. The seat belt law is just one of many examples I can give of enforced moral belief. I used it for simplicity purposes. Again, I only ask that you simply consider with an open mind what I have proposed. For further reading on this matter, may I suggest What It Means To Be a Libertarian by Charles Murray. Thank you.
—Brian K. Morton UCO Student
CLARIFICATION ✓ A story on STD awareness which ran in The Vista Thursday may have implied that LaBetta Wallenmeyer director of the student health center thinks it's OK to have sex. This is society's opinion, not Wallenmeyer's. Wallenmeyer stresses that abstinence is the best protection against an STD.
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correctional department OSGA's support and contingence somewhat of an emergency due of support, telling legislators and to the need to meet federal Regents they support at the guidelines. regional level (UCO's The discussion over fees and classification) up to a 7-percent tuition dealt with a proposed increase next year and 4-percent increase over the next two years, increase the following year in with Regents setting a cap on tuition contingent on some how high an requirements. institution OSGA wants could raise the percentage them. that Students value what rofestudents It would be ceive up to each they spend money on Oklahoma university to Tuition Aid —Paul Day Grants to decide whether they will OSGA President increase from increase 47 percent up to students' fees and tuition. 85 percent of those qualified "Students value what they without the dollar amount of spend money on," said awards decreasing. Oklahoma Student Government Several legislators who spoke Association (OSGA) President at the meeting stated their Paul Day. support for the request for Day provided the legislators increased funding. and Regents with copies of Rep. Penny Williams said " I OSGA's 1997 Spring Convention hope you get the funds you are Resolution 9716. asking for I am a strong The resolution conveys supporter of education."
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State student government supports tuition increase UCOSA rejected Oklahoma Student Government Association's (OSGA) resolution approving a tuition increase that was voted against by UCO's Student Association (UCOSA) was presented to state legislators and Regents during their "Day at the Capitol," April 8. March 24, UCOSA voted 11-19 against the resolution. The resolution recommended: •An 11-percent increase in tuition over the next two years. •An increase in awards from 47 percent to 85 percent of qualifying students for the Oklahoma Tuition Aid Grant, without decreasing the dollar amounts awarded. •Non-resident students' tuition remaining at 92 percent next year. The association believes students are more likely to attend class and appreciate their education if they are paying more for it, said OSGA President Paul Day. "The main reason we were against this resolution was the State Board of Regents have come- to us every other year for our support on tuition increases and we have given our
Student Association holds elections There will be an election today for Fall 1997's UCO Student Association officers. Students can vote from 8 a.m.– 8 p.m. at Howell Hall, the Education building, the Business building, and the Liberal Arts building. "We are holding a booth in each college with the hopes of a greater voting turnout," said Keith Weber, president of Student Association. This will also give the representatives a chance to reach out to students in their college,-he said. Those running include: Joacquin Stevens and Sean Ridenour for president, and Jarrett Jobe and Peter Knapp for vice president. All applicants who turned in petitions to run for the House of Representatives were accepted because the limit set by each college was not reached. Officers and members of the House of Representatives are elected for a one–year term. OD
support... we decided this time before giving our support we wanted equitable funding across the board for UCO," said UCOSA member Ben Harris. UCO's representative on OSGA had a different opinion. "Anyone familiar with Harris politics or education knows during a non-election year, attempts to increase tuition are traditional... legislators involved with House Bill 1365, the tuition increase bill, asked for OSGA's support. "We said we would support it with some conditions—no fee increases or new fees of any kind for the next two years and a 38-percent increase of OTAG funds for students who qualify," said Student Advisory Board Member Elect Janet Nicholas. —By Loree Schrank Student Writer
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UCO student writes lyrics, Students showcase work at Symposium`97 performs on new CD
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ne UCO student'and three friends have gained experience and added an entry Student Writer to their resume by using their writing. Four English education majors from Shawnee, he Liberal Arts symposium, "Crosscurrents 9" is nearly who call themselves The Bethleharlem Group, upon us. The showcase of art, music, debate, dramatic came together and completed a CD that is a performances, and presentation of papers, including some soundtrack to the novel, The Malarchy Deities. in foreign languages, will be held April 16 in the Liberal Arts "NickolioS Decision is a concept album based Building. on the book," said Aaron Souders, UCO Last year's symposium provided a forum for about 400 UCO sophomore. students, said Dr. Linda Steele, chair of the symposium committee. Dustin Smith, a student at Oklahoma City This year there are 589 students presenting their work. University, wrote the novel. "It's our biggest symposium ever," Steele said. Souders, Smith, John Souders and Thomas "This is one of the most Larson, both from Oklahoma Baptist University, worked-for and worthwhile make up the group. events of the year," Steele said. It's a celebratory "We just did something we always wanted to "It's a celebratory event; a event; a chance for do," said Souders. chance for students to show off When we go our separate ways after their accomplishments in a students to show off graduation, we want to be able to show publishers their accomplishments in professional manner." we are serious and we have done something, said Schedules for the event will be a professional manner. Souders. posted on campus soon, and He wrote the lyrics to "As To Why, Gregory" programs will be available in the —Dr. Linda Steele 'and "Manifesto." Souders is the voice of Gregory Pegasus Theatre. The first chair of symposium the Cat and a drug dealer, two characters from the presentation begins at 8:40 a.m. commitee novel who are on the CD. and the last sessions will start at The overall goal of the group is to produce five 12:40 p.m. books and five CDs that will interrelate with each The deadline to submit material has passed, but moderators are other. still needed to help make sure the symposium runs smoothly. "We ended this CD with a heartbeat and we To volunteer, or for more information on moderating, call Dr. Jan will begin the next CD with a heartbeat," said Hardt, political science professor, at 341-2980, Ext. 5840. Souders. "Crosscurrents 9" is free and open to the public. All liberal arts Golden Child Studios in Oklahoma City classes are pre-empted so students may attend the various recorded the CD for the group. Symposium Events. For more information, call Steele at 341-2980, Smith and Souders will present the CD in the Ext. 5611. A By Steven E. Wedel
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Criminal Justice group holds Special Olympics fundraiser By Jim Hulsey Student Writer
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elta Tau Chi, National Chapter of the Criminal Justice Association, will sell 'Law Enforcement Torch Run' caps and T-shirts in cooperation with the Oklahoma County Sheriffs Department's annual fund raiser benefiting the Oklahoma Special Olympics. The student fraternity was organized at UCO in the fall of
1993 to promote professionalism and fraternalism among the students of the criminal justice field. It promotes public awareness of law enforcement agencies, bringing together students and professionals, making students more aware of the criminal justice family and environment. This is the first year the UCO fraternity has been involved with Special Olympics, said Darin Shipley, vice president of Delta Tau Chi.
Each year, Oklahoma law enforcement agencies raise funds for handicapped children and adults who participate in the sporting programs available to them through Special Olympics. The Law Enforcement Torch Run is the culmination of the year's efforts with a torch relay across Oklahoma, ending in Stillwater during the May opening ceremonies of the Oklahoma Special Olympic State Summer Games. Relay runners come from a host of federal,
state and local law enforcement agency personnel. Last year's contribution was $175,000 said Gladys Decker, administrative assistant of development for Oklahoma Special Olympics, Tulsa. A 1996 audit showed that 75 percent of the funds go directly toward the working program. The remaining 25 percent goes for operational expenses. The UCO fraternity will manage a sales table on campus during the Capital Area, Special
Olympics track and field activities, being hosted at UCO Thursday. Caps are $10, short sleeve Tshirts $10, and long sleeve shirts $12. Each item displays the law Enforcement Torch Run' logo. Delta Tau Chi's last meeting for this semester will be April 23. For information, call Andy Freeman, president, at 431-2980, Ext. 4043. For sales information, call Darin Shipley at 341-2980, Ext. 4045.
UCO student volunteers for duty at Oklahoma Special Olympics By Jim Hulsey Student Writer
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involved in his high school Key Club organization, whose goals are to build character and promote good citizenship among the youth of America. That was also the first year he was exposed to the Oklahoma Special Olympics. He has been an avid volunteer
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Communications Building dedication set for Wednesday Part of the $54 million campus improvements project, the 5,000 square-foot Communications Building addition will be dedicated at 1 p.m. Wednesday on the west side of the building. Oklahoma Broadcasting Association representative Carl Smith and Oklahoma Press Association Executive Director Mark Thomas will cut the ribbon, said Barbara Norman, building manager and professor of communication. Remarks will be made by Dr. Clif' Warren, dean of the College of Liberal Arts, Amy Smith, president of the Public Relations Student Society of America and Don Sherry, Oklahoma Natural Gas spokesman and communications department graduate, said Norman. Dr. Terry Clark, professor of journalism, President George Nigh and Norman will speak as well, she said. The $600,000-plus renovations project includes six video rooms, an 88-seat auditorium, two new classrooms and a reception area, Norman said. The building was first built in 1956 as the Max Chambers Library, said Norman. The building now houses the university's Communications/ Publications office, its student newspaper, The Vista, public radio station KCSC, the media center, photographic services, and journalism and communications classrooms and offices. The newly connected-annex houses academic broadcasting facilities, including the university's student operated television station, KCSU, and its student-run radio station, KUCO. Radio and television laboratories are located in the annex as well.
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Undecided Major Day offers students career options Harris, dean of business. This is the first year an Undecided Major Day has been held. Harris wishes to eventually make the event a university-wide day all the colleges will participate in. It is important for students who haven't decided what to major in yet to see what kind of career opportunities there are, said Harris.
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tudents who still don't know what they want to be when they grow up may get some help at Undecided Major Day April 17. Undecided Major Day isn't just for business students, it is for any student who needs help deciding what they want to do for a career, said Dr. David
Harris and Assistant Dean Paula Smith will present information about career options and pointers on how to get a job. The faculty in the College of Business will also be there to tell about career opportunities in specific areas of business. Two sessions are scheduled for April 17 in the Troy Smith Lecture Hall; one from noon to 1:00 p.m. and one from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Earth Day deadline approaches By Sheri Tacker Student Writer April 16 is the deadline for registration for booth space at UCO's Earth Day celebration, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., April 22 at Broncho Lake. There is no entry fee for anyone who would like to participate. Groups are encouraged to apply for booth space said Dr. David Bass, Earth Day committee chairman. The criteria for approval is having an environmental message. IMMINNOW
Some organizations are already signed up to participate. Keep Edmond Beautiful, The Nature Conservatory, Oklahoma Water Resources Board and Sierra Club are just some of the off-campus participants. The UCO Earth Day Committee will be selling 1997 UCO Earth Day T-shirts for-$5. The T-shirts are available in large, extra-large and extraextra-large. -The Earth Day Committee is also providing freebies to celebrate the occasion. The ■
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Computer lab hours extended across campus By Heidi Centrella Staff Writer The Student Technology Committee recently allocated $1000 per college to help fund wages for additional hours in computer labs across campus. The extended hours in the business labs were implemented March 30 to the extent that we could based on our current student labor pool, said Dr. Bill Morey, associate professor of decision sciences. The funds are allocated from the current student technology budget and will not raise student technology fees, he said. Because students can not work more than 20 hours per week on campus, the committee must find qualified students willing to work these additional hours, Morey said. "They must have a knowledge of computers and strong computer skills. The problem is that we're talking about such things as working on Saturday mornings and Sunday until midnight to open up more hours," he said. The Liberal Arts PC computer lab, Room 119 and the Macintosh graphic art lab, Room 117 new hours are 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. Monday through Thursday and 8:30 -5 p.m. on Fridays. Saturday hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday's are from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., said Keith Bowden, director of liberal arts computer technology. The Macintosh lab in the journalism department has extended hours on Mondays and Wednesdays to 7 p.m. and Tuesdays until 9 p.m. The times and dates of extended hours in the colleges of Math and Science, and Education are yet to be determined.
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It's everywhere You want to be Group begins Thursday March 27, at the University Center, 4th floor in the Osage Boom and will meet at 4:30 every Thursday. Call UCO Counseling Center for details, 341-2980 eat. 2215. The group will be led by Toppie Lincicome, advanced graduate student. in Community Counseling.
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Cadet Browning signals to his teammate shortly after locating the first point. When the last point had been found, the cadets had approximately two hours to rest and eat dinner and then went back to the field for night Land Nay.
Cadet Hendricks plots points on his map before starting the Land Nay drill. Cadets were required to plot the points on the map, calculate the azimuth with a protractor and compass and then walk approximately 12,000 meters to find and record them all. Hendricks and Browning successfully charted and located all eight points.
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ROTC Cadets spend a weekend in the wilderness humping it over hills at Fort Sill
Above:Cadet Bryan Woods "checks his six" during FTX (Field Training Exercise) on Saturday. Woods, one of two UCO students on Team 6, was given a chance to lead the six man team and have his leadership skills evaluated.
Right: Cadet David Hanley from East Central University keeps watch while Vincent Butler, a University of Oklahoma cadet, checks for information on the body of UCO senior David Price after Price was "killed" during an ambush on Team 6.
Staff photos by John Clanton
Above: Senior Military Instructor MSG Douglas Hensley critiques the leadership skills of Cadet Brian Paul after he led Team 6 on a raid. Henley coached and critiqued all the members of team 6, preparing them for Summer camp in Fort Lewis, Washington. Left: An opposing force or "Enemy" cadet readies his M-16 while watching the treeline for Team 6 who was on a reconnaissance mission.
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Concert headlines Amnesty International human rights rally By Sandi Craig Student Writer Human Rights Rally
will take place during lunchtime Friday alongside UCO's Broncho Lake and will feature a live band. Amnesty International will hold the live concert and rally from 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. April 18 to give students an opportunity to get involved and support the prevention of human rights abuse. "By having the live music we
hope it will give us notoriety and attract attention to help promote human rights," said Amnesty President Abu Saleh. "It will help create interest and help students learn what Amnesty is and what it stands for," he said. Amnesty International, a nonpolitical organization, works toward the freedom of prisoners of conscience who have been detained in prison because of their ethnic origin, sex, color, or language, who have not used or advocated violence, he said.
In 1977 Amnesty International was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, and the Nobel committee said "... Through its activity for _the defense of human worth against degrading treatment, violence, and torture, Amnesty International has contributed to securing the ground for freedom, for justice, and thereby also for peace in the world." Since 1961 Amnesty International has adopted or investigated more than 43,500 cases.
Each case may involve one individual or many. Of the cases, 40,753 are now closed, said Saleh. Amnesty members around the world work on behalf of prisoners threatened with imprisonment, unfair trials, torture or execution, he said. We need the support of students to write letters, sign petitions, and to join as members, he said. "Writing a letter doesn't cost anything to stop torture, killing, and human rights abuse, and
when you are able to stop those things, it makes you feel great," he said. Once people know about the human rights abuse and get a picture of what's going on, they don't have to be convinced, because they will spontaneously respond and know it's right to support this effort, said Saleh. UCO sponsors for Amnesty International are Dr. Ronald Beeson, associate professor of political science, and Dr. Judith Lepuschitz of the college of education.
Parking tickets come with used-car purchase By Sandi Craig Student Writer
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a parking citation may be issued, he said. Wedel said he was stunned, because he didn't have any tickets, so he checked the tag number on his car and it matched the one on the notice he received. He said he thinks the Department of Court Administration should check to fmd out who owned the vehicle when the citation was issued. The ordeal has left him concerned that others may not understand their liability when
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he Central Oklahoma baseball team split a doubleheader with West Texas A&M Sunday in Edmond breaking UCO's seven-game winning streak. 1.n the first game UCO's Billy Shapp pitched seven innings in the 9-4 Broncho win improving his record to 5-2. Shapp struck out three and allowed nine hits. With the first win UCO was undefeated in league play with a 5-0 record. In the second game UCO had five different pitchers on the mound throughout the game. UCO allowed 17 hits in the 16-11 loss snapping Central's sevengame winning streak.
Softball team retires first UCO jersey ever By Darrell J. Weidner Sports Writer The Central Oklahoma softball team will retire the jersey of Gladys Griffin April 17. Griffin's No. 2 jersey will be the first athlete's jersey to be retired in school history. The ceremony will be held before the Lady Bronchos' game against Cameron, 1 p. m. Wednesday. The Bethany native is currently
the coach of the Cameron Lady Aggies. "I am very honored to be the first athlete at UCO to have their jersey retired," said Griffin. "UCO has a storied tradition of athletic excellence and for my number to be the first one retired is a big honor." "This is dedicated to all of those people who have influenced my life," she said. She was named to the NAIA All-
American team four times (1985-88). Griffin set 12 school records, including single season records for wins (24), innings pitched (215), strikeouts (264), and fewest walks (24). In her career at UCO, she earned 77 wins, with 27 loses, an 0.43 earned run average, and 876 strikeouts. She was also the first Lady Broncho to be inducted to the UCO Athletic Hall of Fame.
UCO fencer wins two trophies at OCU tourney Hopkins drafted by USBL By Ryan Dannar Student Writer
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ix members of the UCO Fencing Club competed in a tournament at Oklahoma City University (OCU) during spring break. They returned with bruises, experience, and two trophies. The tournament was the Oklahoma City Open, held by the Oklahoma City Fencing Club. It took place March 22 and 23
in the Fredrickson Field House at OCU. Both trophies were won by Yujiro Yusa, who took eighth place in the open foil tournament, and second place in men's epee. Yusa has been fencing four and a half years. He started while attending high school in Japan. After winning at several tournaments, he was selected for membership into the Junior Japan Fencing Association. In tournaments he attended as
a Junior Japan Fencer, he took first prize four times, and second prize twice. The OCU tournament marks the first time Yusa has won in the United States. "I was satisfied (with winning) because I could express my ability for fencing in America," Yusa said. Other UCO students who attended include Clyne Miles, Chris Parker, Chad Vanoni, Jinger Kasiner, and Charlie Freshour.
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Donors needed for blood drive By Andrew Stephens Student Writer
Jarrett Jobe and Cortney Belle Smith after being crowned Freshman King and Queen Thursday. (Photo by Sean Ridenour)
Freshman King and Queen crowned riortney Belle Smith was elected Freshman Queen by her peers and crowned Thursday evening in the University Center Ballroom. Smith, an education/public relations major, was chosen by Alpha Gamma Delta sorority to serve as the club's representative in the contest. "It was a surmise," said Smith. "Most of all I would like give all the glory to God." Not only is Smith active in Alpha Gamma Delta, but she is also involved with the President's Leadership Council, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and Alpha Lambda Delta freshman honor society.
he 1996-97 school term 1 is one for firsts, including that of Freshman King, Jarrett Jobe. Jobe, a chemistry education major, was nominated by Acacia Fraternity. Although Jobe was the only contestant he still thinks it is an honor to serve as UCO's first Freshman King. "I would like to encourage other organizations to nominate freshman for next year's contest," said Jobe. East Hall, President's Leadership Council, and Ambassadors are just a few organizations where Jobe divides his time.
Red blood cells can be stored that have been approved by OBI. only 42 days, so a constant This will be the second blood supply of fresh blood is needed, drive spinsored by the The UCO Bloodhounds are said Manning. Bloodhounds this semester, said working with the Oklahoma Before donating blood, a 20 - Wells. The organization has Blood Institute to conduct a 30 minute process, students been collaborating with the blood drive 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. should be sure to eat and drink Oklahoma Blood Institute to today in the auditorium of the plenty of water, said Cindi Wells, coordinate on-campus blood Business Building. a freshman Bloodhounds drives since it was founded in The Oklahoma Blood Institute member. the fall of 1988. is the sole supplier of blood to 59 Anyone who has gotten a Anyone who wishes to donate hospitals, including all of those tattoo in the past 12 months or- blood, but can't make it to the in the Oklahoma City area. had any body piercing done drive can go to the Oklahoma Sixty-five percent of the blood anywhere other than Things Blood Institute's volunteer blood they collect comes from mobile Medieval or 23rd St. Body donor center at 3434 S. blood drives, like the ones at Piercing is not eligible to donate Boulevard. UCO, said Eden Manning, the blood, said Heidi Cohn, an OBI For more information about manager of mobile recruitment employee. These are the only the blood drive, contact Cindi for OBI. two body piercing businesses Wells, 341-2980, Ext. 4180.
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Cholesterol tests recommended once a year for college students By Brooke Lasiter
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Marketing students evaluate McDonald's Campaign 55 By Sandi Craig Student Writer
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tudents in Dr. Tom Trittipo's Service Marketing class, along with other UCO students, evaluated a national advertising campaign recently. McDonald's Hamburgers "Campaign 55," which will begin nationwide this month, was the topic of discussion. The fast-food chain will offer the Big Mac for 55 cents, when any size drink and fries are purchased beginning April 25. A breakfast sandwich for 55 cents with purchase of hash
browns and a drink launched the campaign April 4. "The campaign will work temporarily to pull people in because of price, and it will get consumers' attention," said Trittipo, UCO marketing department chairman. "What has hurt today, especially with adults, is fat content. People are moving away from fried fast food, and since McDonald's is number one in the market, they are going to be the ones to suffer," he said. Students in the class said they thought it was a "good deal," but wondered if it would be a longterm success.
They stressed the importance of being health conscious and wanting a better quality of food. "I think it's a good short-term fix and will certainly pick up the market share for a while, but I think in the long term, it really won't help at all," said Russ McPherson, senior. "I would target their original core market and quit trying to go after the adults — go after the kids and the kids will drag the parents in," he said. LeSondra Barnett, senior, said, "Everyone is price conscious, and people will think it's a good deal. It would influence my decision to eat
there, because the Big Mac's my favorite thing and that's the only thing I eat there. A lot of people just look at price." "The price is good, but it's a temporary fix," said Kari Mach, senior. "I think McDonald's tries to be a leader and the competition tries to catch up. The new price would not necessarily influence my decision to eat there, because I am health conscious and pay attention to better quality of food and lower fat content." "It's a good deal and will draw people into McDonald's. I am very health conscious and never eat there, but I might go
since they are having the promotion," said Freshman Leah Stewart. "I have had one Big Mac, and it was pretty good, even though it's fattening. They are geared more toward kids because they use the McDonald's clown, but now are trying to appeal to adults with their adult sandwiches." Junior Anne Phillips said, "It's great for the consumer, but it wouldn't entice me to go any more than I go now. I need to stay away from that type of food because of health reasons. They make the best french fries, I have to admit."
McDonald's launches new pricing campaign for sandwiches Offering a breakfast sandwich for 55 cents is only the beginning of "Campaign 55," which McDonald's Hamburgers will launch nationwide this month. The fast food chain began their breakfast portion of the campaign April 4, with a breakfast sandwich for 55 cents when hashbrowns and a drink are purchased. Starting April 25, the Big Mac will be sold for 55 cents, the lowest price ever, with the purchase of any size fries and drink. "It's called 'Campaign 55' because McDonald's Hamburgers was established in 1955, and they're revisiting all of the qualities that made them successful: price, food, and service," said Maxine Walker, regional
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• Amnesty International will meet at 11:30 a.m. April 18 in front of Broncho Lake for a human rights • Baptist Student Union will worship from 12:35 to 1 • Association of Information Technology rally and live music. For more information call Abu p.m. weekdays. For more information call Charles or Suzanne Lillard at 341-1232. Professionals, (AITP) will host Michael Fitzpatrick for Saleh at 330-9490. "New Eras in Technology" at 7:30 p.m. April 15 in the Business Auditorium. For more information call Mickie ✓ International Student Council will meet at 3 p.m. • The Latter-Day Saints Student Association will April 18 in the Pegasus Theater of the Liberal Arts meet to discuss the New Testament at 12:30 p.m. every Geller at 341-2980, Ext. 2807. Building. Jalal Daneshfar will talk about new Monday and Wednesday in the Osage Room of the • Student Association, (SGA) will hold elections for immigration laws and its effect on international University Center. For more information call Lisa next year's officers from 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. April 15. Polls students. For more information call Abu Saleh at 330- Starnes at 843-6832. will be open at Howell Hall, Liberal Arts Building, 9490. • The UCO Volunteer Center is accepting Business Building and the Math & Science Building. ✓ Oklahoma Voices will meet at 8 p.m. April 18 in applications from students, faculty and staff members For more information call SA president Kieth Weber at the Pegasus Theater of the Liberal Arts Building for for volunteer positions with local non-profit 341-2980, Ext. 3337. reading of original works. There is no number to organizations. Practicum and internship opportunities contact for more information. are also available. A comprehensive directory of A BRIEF LOOK AHEAD volunteer openings is available in the college deans' • Delta Sigma Theta will host Diedre,Hamilton from ✓ Student Nurse Association will meet at 11:30 a.m. offices and the Student Activities Office, Room 424 of Americorp at 1 p.m. April 16 in Room 312 of the in Room 128 of Coyner for the Nursing class of 1999 the University Center. For more information call 341University Center. Breast Cancer, personal finance and recruitment luncheon. There will be free pizza and 2980, Ext. 2363. rezoning laws will be discussed. For more information soda. Participants must R.S.V.P. to Danielle Deutschendorf at 842-4276. • The Catholic Student Association meets every call Precious Josey at 752-0458. Sunday at 7 p.m. in the Catholic Student Center for • Delta Sigma Theta will meet at 1 p.m. April 16 in • UCO Public Relations Student Society of "Must See TV With Mass" at 10 p.m. They also hold a Room 320B of the University Center. Public school America, (PRSSA) will have an end of year party at prayer group every Thursday in the Catholic Student redistricting„ a financial seminar and breast cancer 6:30 p.m. April 18 at the Bricktown Varsity. Center at 9:45 p.m. For more information, call Audrey awareness will be discussed. For more information call Certificates, awards, and prizes will be given out. For Pang at 341-9166 or Jason Simpson at 341-6300. more information call Amy Smith at 424-3413. Tiffany Bellard at 748-4990. ✓ Baptist Student Union will have a worship and ✓ Heartland Park Groundbreaking Ceremony will Bible study at noon every Tuesday through Thursday. ✓ Fellowship of Christian Athletes will meet at 9 be held at 8:45 a.m. April 19 at the YChapel. For more For more information call Charles or Suzanne Lillard at p.m. April 16 in the Hamilton Field House. For more information call Susan Thompson at 341-2980, Ext. 341-12432. information call Mandi Caldwell at 341-2980, Ext. 2363. 4179. • UCO's Society of Professional Journalists is GENERALLY SPEAKING seeking donations of used paperback and hardcover • UCO Toastmasters Club will meet at 1:30 p.m. books. For more information call Lisa Tatum or April 17 in Room 320C of the University Center. For • Nepal Student Association has a new website at: Farzana Razak at 341-2980, Ext. 5548. more information call Lit-Chyong at 330-0582. www.libarts.ucok.edu/gate/nsa.html • Visit the BLISS homepage to learn more about • Delta Sigma Theta will meet at 11:30 a.m. April 18 at Broncho Lake. Everyone is invited to get to know the • UCO Young Democrats are selling T-shirts for $15 Buddhism. www.libarts.ucok.edu/gate/bliss.html Greeks on campus. For more information call Tiffany and sweatshirts for $25 as a fundraiser. For more information call Candee Wilson at 842-6857. ✓ S.T.O.P. A time management study group, meets Bellard at 748-4790. every Tuesday from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. in the East Hall ✓ The College of Education will have an awards ✓ "Oklahoma Images," a photo exhibit by UCO Lobby and Room 336 of East Hall. For more banquet at 6:30 p.m. April 18 in the Heritage Room of student Patrick Earnest, will be shown through April at information call Jason Freeman at 341-2980, Ext. 4460. the University Center. The dinner will be held in the Down to Earth Natural Food Store, 10 S. Broadway in News items for publication in Around Campus must be submitted ballroom of the University Center. Tickets are $6 for Edmond. at least one week in advance. Forms are available in The Vista UCO students. Guests/non-students are $10 and office, Room 107 of the Communications Building, and should be children 12 and under are $6. For more information call V Sigma Theta Epsilon meets Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. printed or typed. 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CAMPUS CRIME aThe University of Central Oklahoma's on her own recognizance. Department of Public Safety logged the following April 3 incidents April 2 and 3, 1997. Larceny- Between 6 p.m. April 2 and 9:30 a.m. April 3 unknown suspect(s) broke a window and April 2 removed a stereo from a vehicle parked in student Lost Property- Between 5 p.m. March 27 and 5 parking lot 10. p.m. April 1 unknown suspect(s) removed pairs of Larceny- Between 9 - 11:50 a.m. unknown tennis and track shoes from an area west of Wantland suspect(s) removed Oklahoma license plate # QGKStadium. 557 from a vehicle in student parking lot 6. Larceny- A sports bag and purse were reported Medical Call- At 11:18 a.m. it was reported that taken from a car at 4:45 p.m. in the no permit parking Betty Bruns tripped on a phone cord in Room 104 of lot 1. the Administration Building and complained of a sore Arrest- Kai-Fei Chang was arrested at 3:56 p.m. on ankle and knee. Bruns refused treatment and complaints of driving under suspension and no proof transportation from EMSA and the Edmond Fire of insurance. Chang was issued citations and released Department.
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Openings in all team and individual sports. Also waterfront, art, drama, RN's. Competitive salaries, location, Berkshire Mtns of Mass, 2&1/2 hrs from NYC/Boston.Call Camp Greylock for boys 1-800-842-5214. Camp Romaca for girls 1-888-2ROMACA. TEACH ENGLISH ABROAD! No
languages/experience required. Live in Prague, Budapest, Tokyo, etc. Earn up to $45/hr. For info call (919)918-7767, ext W263. ALASKA EMPLOYMENT- Earn to
$3000-$6000+/mo in fisheries, parks, resorts. Airfare! Food/Lodging! Get all the options. Call (919)918-7767, ext A263. CRUISE LINES HIRING- Earn to
$2000+/mo plus free world travel (Europe, Caribbean, etc.). No experience necessary. For info, please call (919)918-7767, ext C263. Let a professional write and typeset your winning resume! Call Kathy at 330-1941. RESUME RESUME RESUME
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IT IS NO LONGER necessary to borrow money for college. We can help you obtain funding. Thousands of awards available to all students. Immediate qualification. 1-800-6513393. TERM PAPERS, book reports,
resumes, speaker notes, PowerPoint presentations, mailing list management. Janet Helton (405)359-0168.
Non-Profit agency with over 25 years exper. serving individuals with developmental disabilities is currently hiring full time and part time Residential Assistants. These positions are entry level and no experience, training is provided. Good starting pay and benefits. Interested applicants call 341-3535 or apply at 1200 N. Roosevelt, Edmond
semester freshman, soph or jr) for local CPA firm. Please send resume to: P 0 Box 3672, Edmond, OK 73083 or FAX to: 340-6093. FAST-PACED Real Estate Co seeking full time summer receptionist. Must be dependable, friendly and have excellent communication skills. Non-smoking environment. References required. Mail resume to: P 0 Box 1922, Edmond, OK 73083. NANNY NEEDED for Christian family. Children ages 1, 4 and 6. Must be responsible, fun-loving and experienced with pre-schoolers. References required, 330-8800. PROFESSIONAL COUPLE seeking
mature college student to care for our children. Full time during summer & part time during school year. Must have reliable transportation. Job responsibilities include light housekeeping and transporting children to activities. For more info call 348-3331. LIONS FUN PARK now hiring for
Spring & Summer. Apply at 13801 N Eastern (Edmond). KAPLAN EDUCATION CTR has a part time Customer -Service position available immediately in OKC. The work schedule includes evenings & weekends. Basic computer skills necessary. Good people skills a must. For more info call Nathan at 848-3922. WEST NICHOLS HILLS Childcare
needs full time summer help 5 days/wk, $5.56/hr. Contact Phyllis or Shirley at 842-3648. NOW HIRING kitchen position at
Garfield's Restaurant & Pub in Quail Springs Mall, 840-3864.
NEEDED IMMEDIATE part time, full time and substitutes for Edmond Church Childcare Ctr. Apply at 3001 S Blvd, Edmond, 7am to 6pm. RETAIL SUMMER help wanted 30-
40 hrs/wk. Saturday & Sunday A MUST. Apply in person at 36 W Memorial. PART TIME teaching aide for 10-yrold autistic boy needed immediately and summer, 15-20 hrs/wk, 3591696.
FOR RENT 1 & 2 BEDROOM APTS, Duplexes & Townhomes, Kennedy Place Apts, 1010 N Kennedy, Edmond (Near UCO), 341-7911. Now accepting housing vouchers.
Welcome Students! STUDENTS WHY RENT?
Own a 2/1 Mfg home near UCO for less than you are renting. Low Down. Financing to suit your budget. Call Oak Ridge 341-4479. ONE BEDROOM APT, across from
UCO Library, nice, $350/mo, bills paid, 478-2767. ROOM FOR FEMALES, private
room & bath, near UCO Library. Share living, kitchen. Clean, bills paid, $250/mo, 478-2767. MALE STUDENT
PERSONALIZED Gift Store seeks
responsible person to work days. Must be outgoing, dependable and honest. Come by Things Remembered at Quail Springs Mall for an application. NEED PART TIME help with data
entry and general office work mornings 7:30-Noon M-F. Contact Charles at 810-9933 gam-Noon. COME WORK FOR THE FAMILY!
Start your summer job early. Papa Dio's is now hiring wait & bus staff imediately! Call 330-4800, ask for Bill.
to share 3 bedroom, 2 bath apartment across from UCO Library with two Asian students. Clean, all utilities paid, $240 per bedroom, 478-2767 or 525-3770. TWO BEDROOM mobile home
12X60, westside park, close to downtown,-$245/mo, no pets, 341-7395. APRIL SHOWER OF SAVINGS
Efficiencies, one bed apartments & townhomes. Available now or prelease for May when school is out. Reduced rate and O deposit. Call 341-0466.
FAST LANE Oil Change is now
hiring part time employees.Should be energetic & hard-working. Benefits & bonuses. Apply at 10900 N May. Open 8-6 M-F, 8-5 Sat. THE OKLAHOMA Bikini Team is
hiring models to travel throughout the country performing familyoriented dance routines. All expenses paid. Will work with school/work schedule. For more info call 631-5223. RETAIL SALES, 10-20 hrs/wk. Must
have education or experience in Interior Design. Apply in person at Angel House, 203 E Main, Edmond. PART TIME & TEMP, entering info
into PC. 10-20 flexible hrs/wk, Angel House, 203 E Main, Edmond, 330-9278.
FOR SALE
EXTRA NICE, one owner, 14X48
Liberty Peerless mobile home in Apple Village Park. CH/A, 2 bed, 1 bath, covered porch, fenced yard, $12,000, 359-0601 or 340-8080. 1988 TOYOTA COROLLA, oneowner, excellent condition, $2750 OBO, 348-1005. TAME HAND-FED
apartment parrots, directly from the breeder for half of Pet Store prices $25-$300. Call 341-6373.
INDIVIDUAL membership to The Athletic Club. Expires August, take up payments. Call for more info 3404090. FUNDRAISERS RAISE $$$
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Now Hiring Servers, hosts and cooks. Apply Mon - Fri 2p.m. - 4p.m. Cx,) 3601 S. Broadway.
ROOMMATES FEMALE to share 2 bedroom, 1
bath, right by campus, Angela, 844-2752.