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YUKON, Okla. (AP)—Yukon authorities say gang-related activity isn't behind the implementation of curfews at three local parks peppered with vandalism by a group of youths dressed as Ninja warriors. Hayden Karn, parks and recreation director, said the city's parks will be closed each night because they have no athletic facilities that can be used after dark. Police Chief James Huffman said the youths had vandalized park property, written obscenities on signs and trees and cut down trees. Older residents who walk in the parks also have complained they are harassed by the youths, who wear black hoods and clothing, Huffman said.
Pro-animal group charges zoos sell unwanted animals SAN DIEGO (AP)—An international animal protection organization charges that zoos nationwide sell surplus animals to ranches where people hunt them for sport. Lisa Landres, spokeswoman for the Los Angeles-based Friends of Animals, said Tuesday that many zoos have put aside ethics to rid themselves of unwanted animals that aren't members of endangered species. In our opinion, the zoo community, who brought these animals into the world, should be held accountable for their fate," Landres said.
Chained girl fails to file complaint NEW YORK (AP)—Charges were reduced against a couple who said they kept their teen-age daughter in chains because they feared she would kill herself with drugs. Charges against Eliezar and Maria Marrero were reduced Thursday from felony unlawful imprisonment to misdemeanor charges. The case remains under investigation, but if their daughter, Linda does not file a complaint within 90 days, the charges will be dropped. Linda, 15, was routinely chained to a radiator in the family's Bronx apartment, with enough slack to reach the bathroom. Her parents said they did it to keep her off the streets.
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A promise of winter Students braced against record rainfall and cool temperatures with the arrival of fall's first cold front last Wednesday. (Photo by Mark Zimmerman)
The United States Student Association is opposing the confirmation of Judge Clarence Thomas to the U.S. Supreme Court. USSA represents about 3.5 million students at 350 colleges and universities. Peter Regan, University of Central Oklahoma Student Association president, said UCO is not a member of the USSA. Regan said UCO Student Association has not addressed the issue as a body, but he personally sees the Thomas confirmation as a catch 22 situation. "I think'he will be confirmed. Even he is not confirmed, President Bush will not get someone with a different ideology," Regan said. The USSA voted to oppose Thomas' confirmation at their 44th Annual Congress last month. Their president, Tajel Shah, said Thomas has indicated through his writings and speeches he opposes remedies which have been introduced to assist women, the elderly, and the historically disenfranchised. Regan said he does think the nomination of Thomas is a smart political move on Bush's part. Kenneth Haynes, Black Student Association vice president, said he is concerned with the fact Thomas has only been a judge for 18 months and is only 42 years old. "I must say he is very articulate and very knowlegable of the law," Haynes said. USSA is the oldest and largest student organization in the country. Members are organizing postcard and letter writing campaigns in many states opposing Thomas. V
VP and senate elections begin By David LoBaugh Copy Editor
The usual mudslinging that has accompanied most political races has been replaced with mutual admiration in the Student Association vice-presidential elections, currently in progress at the University of Central Oklahoma. "Basically, this is a win-win situation for the student body. We're both capable of doing an excellent job," candidate Terry LaFrance said. Both candidates have the support of a president they must work with closely. "Terry (LaFrance) served as speaker of the senate and gained the confidence of the senators, while Joacquin (Stevens) has done a stellar job as chairman of student activities. Both candidates are loyal, dedicated, full of new ideas and highly qualified," said Student Government Association President Peter Regan. Vice-presidential candidates Stevens and
LaFrance are both experienced student leaders who also share similar platforms. "The things I consider important are the things the students consider important. If I had to narrow it down to one issue, it would have to be parking," Stevens said. LaFrance concurred. "Parking is the major problem on the minds of students at UCO. Something needs to be done to supply students with reasonable parking," LaFrance said. Stevens, a junior with a double major in vocal performance and business, has served as a student senator and student activities chairman four years. He also served on several other committees. He has also worked extensively with National Association of Campus Activities (NACA), including serving as regional conference representative and national conference delegate. He also served on the showcase selection committee. Stevens also served as presenter for the Nigh Institute and the Centennial Banquet, and speaker at Black Student Association and UCO student orientation.
LaFrance, a graduate student with a degree in advertising and also a four-year member of the senate, has served as chairman of the publicity and commuter affairs committees, and served UCO as parlimentarian and, most recently, as speaker of the house. He is also a cadet captain in ROTC and has served as captain on the ranger challenge team and is a member of the National Guard. LaFrance has also served Thatcher Hall as a floor representative and as historian, and as a member of the selection committee for the Journalism Hall of Fame. Elections for senators are being held concurrently with the vice-presidental race. Students can vote today at University Center from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. and 7:00 to 8:00 p.m., or in the business building from 10:40 to 11:40 a.m. and again from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Students may vote in the LA Building Wednesday from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. and Thursday from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. V
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THE VISTA
September 24, 1991
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Speech is at stake
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here is a new school of thought on college campuses that attacks the First Amendment right to free speech. The proponents of the new philosophy are an eclectic group of feminists, homosexuals, Marxists and "multiculturalists," whose sole preoccupation is with what they deem to be "politically correct" language. They are united in their denial of merit or meaning in art, literature or thought and their conviction that Western civilization and American culture is racist, sexist and oppressive. While most of the country has dismissed this radical political dogma, it has gained momentum in classrooms by both students and professors. Stephan Thernstrom, a professor of race relations at Harvard University. was accused of "racial insensitivity" for use of the term "Indian" instead of the politically correct "Native American." On the other hand Stanley Hauerwas, professor at Duke University Divinity School, argues that studying the "Great Books" of literature propagates white male superiority. Politically correct students at Clark University denounced the study of philosophy as "patriarchial and elitist." "Gender feminist" Alison Jaggar, professor at the University of Cincinnatti, sees the nuclear family as the cause of women's oppression and would like to see the institution abolished. Afrocentrist Leonard Jeffries, professor at New York's City College, contends that "the African soul relates to the humanistic, spiritualistic soul, and the white soul relates to European-American materialism." Among this mindset alternative views are simply not allowed. Their critics are typically accused of being the victims of "false consciousness" and they are unaware they are oppressed. The politically correct justify their right to attack their critics opinions and right to disagree, labeling them "antiprogressives." They have even gone so far as to insist that debate is oppressive. At the same time, however, the politically correct deny their roles as oppressors because they have no "institutional power." The demand for politically correct conformity on college campuses has led to the adoption of codes of conduct and resolutions regarding racist language at such universities as Stanford, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin and Oklahoma. However, a recent ruling in Michigan ruled such policies unconstitutional. Nevertheless, the vision of the university as a place of free inquiry and exchange of ideas is under attack. The politically correct hope to end oppression and argue that limiting speech is for greater social good. If the First Amendment right to free expression is inhibited or censored, then it is no longer free. As long as students and teachers have the right to question and argue their course of study openly, they will have something to gain and learn from the college experience. V
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Inmate questions facts, credibility of previous letter e letter in the Aug. 29 The Vista advocated "killing" for the sake of justice and societal safety. The prison population was accused of lounging around in air conditioned cells and watching the Playboy channel. My question for the "graduate student" that wrote this article is: What is your major? (and) Where did you get your information? Are you another graduate student that cranks out papers without facts? If so, I feel sorry for the career field
that you are preparing to enter. I ask these questions because I am a college student, and I am an incarcerated person. I have been incarcerated for six years and have yet to see an air conditioned cell (or heat in the winter), and I have never seen the Playboy channel. As a matter of fact, the Dept. of Corrections forbids the viewing of these kinds of movies. As for your stand on executions, if your credibility about the smaller issues is no good, how can
the public embellish (sic) your wisdom about executions. Once again I employ each and every student, citizen, etc., to get your facts straight before you open your mouth (or your pen). Killing is killing, the state is made up of people so what gives them the right to say "I" can kill legally while others cannot.
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Aid office draws criticism letter is from a group of ppeople eople who wish to express their high level of dissatisfaction with the University of Central Oklahoma Financial Aid department. A number of people have been given the bureaucratic runaround by this department, and as a result have been put under undue stress. These students are terribly worried about how they are going to pay for their classes and living expenses, while trying to concentrate on the classes they are in. Most students cannot expect the other departments to make exceptions for them. The purpose of financial aid is to help those students who would
otherwise not be able to attend college, and to bring those without adequate finances to an educational institution so that they can eventually add to the productivity of society. Without a college education, many students would be forced into jobs that have little or no upward mobility — jobs that are below what these college applicants are capable of. Higher education's purpose is to produce productive people in whatever field they chose. The Fanancial Aid office at UCO seems to be impeding this purpose. We realize that the Financial Aid department is understaffed and has been since June. We
would like to see an improvement in the quality of services of people who are already on staff. If that is not possible, the very least we ask is that they be polite.
—LaTrisha Anderson Nathan Lawson Terry Butts Rose Lopez Vince Elliott Harold Powell Ron Simpson Craig Farrow Nate Kirkwood Robert Walter Lorna Swinney UCO students
Wonder who's running for President? In view of America's present political situation, it might be easier to sell a vacation in Bagdad than to pay someone to become a democratic presidential candidate. A list of possibilities could include, but certainly are not limited to the following: • Roseanne Barr and Pee
Wee Herman—There should be a woman in the oval office and Roseanne has some big assets. Also, Pee Wee could handle the little things if Rosey wasn't around. • Nolan Ryan and Marla Maples—Even though Nolan is over 40 he can still throw great curve balls, a necessity in
politics, and Marla has shown she can catch the big one. • Mike Tyson and Dan Quayle—They could put their heads together and have at least one functioning brain. Besides, it's real hard to say 'no' to Mike. • David Walters and ... just kidding.
September 24, 1991
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`I've eaten here three times and the food is sometimes cold and inedible. If it's available, I would want my food to be cooked when I order it."
"I' m not happy because the prices are too high. I can't afford to eat here any more."
"I usually eat upstairs, but I think the food down (Oklahoma Room) here is okay."
"I've only eaten here once, but everything was fine."
"It doesn' t make any difference to me. It works real well for me since I only have 30 minutes for lunch."
American's diverse tastes By Jo Pydynkowsky Guest Columnist
We say we are a country of diverse tastes, yet, in every restaurant in the continental U.S., plus Alaska and Hawaii, there is a profusion of catsup bottles. I have never seen a catsup bottle in a restaurant overseas. I'll bet we have more catsup here than blood spilled during both world wars, Korea, Vietnam and the Civil war combined. You could put money on it and add the Revolutionary War, the Spanish American War and the fight I had with Fat Sandy in fifth grade and still be assured your money was safe. The food may be different, but the taste's the same. We are a country obsessed with security. Don't believe me? When was the last time you went to a public restroom and didn't have to ask for a key? Only in America are the restrooms locked, and then owners stigmatize customers who wish to use them by attaching the key to some unrelated, huge, grotesque object that clearly says, "Hey, look everybody, I'm going to the restroom." I used a restroom in South Carolina once that had an iron keychain - #10 iron skillet, that is. Made me leery of the hush puppies. If it's out there, America will Bang sure find a way to make money on it. This is the only country that charges for air. Someone finally noticed how much air children with bicycles use. No wonder children don't ride around much anymore, they'd need a Brinks truck to stay on the road. How about pride in 'Ameri-
can made'? Today, most of what we use is imported. It's pretty poor when the only thing in a factory, truly American made, is the assembly line worker. The name on the box may be American, but if you ever need a product service, knowing a foreign language is your best bet for getting it serviced - no one likes a glutton. What do these things say to you about America's attitudes? What would you, upon visiting America, think when seeing that, although many Americans can't read, everyone knows how to spell catsup? We'll let anyone with a name and money run this country but we lock the restrooms? We practically give away our beef, natural resources, munitions and secrets but we charge little kids to air up their bicycles? We say we care about our children's education but then show them that we don't think their teachers are worth paying above the poverty level? And pride in American made? Well, that's sadly lacking when you realize that most of the items purchased by Americans, in America, are imports. We can be proud of being the #1 country for prisons (we have the most); we have more welfare fraud, homeless, and illiteracy (among first world countries) than anywhere else in the world. Look carefully at the American Dream. It probably says `Made in Taiwan'. My attitude? I hate catsup, claim a bad back so gas station attendants must open the door or remove the offensive key chain, do not frequent stations that charge for air, and will not buy a foreign made product when American made is available. It costs more, but we are definitely mirth it. V
Science group honors UCO students By Roger Groce Student Writer
Two University of Central Oklahoma students received national recognition from the National Science Foundation this past summer. Keith Chapel, Edmond, and Cindy Porter, Midwest City, were accepted to the Undergraduate Research Experience in Laser and Electro-optic Materials program at Oklahoma State University's Center for T aser Research. The students study under the direction of Assistant Physics Professor Dr. Bahaeddin Jassemnejad-commonly referred to as Dr. Balm. Combining book work with
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September 24, 1991
THE VISTA
Novelist returns to teach By Pan Thurman
Student Writer
Dr. and Mrs. Bill J. Lillard (Photo by Dan Smith)
Lillard plans for retirement By Marcia Benedict
Staff Writer
A native Oklahoman from Durant will leave the University of Central Oklahoma next summer after running the institution for 17 years. For almost two decades, Dr. Bill Lillard has been at the helm of the university and said he is now ready to relinquish his reign. "This second century seems to be a very exciting time. We aren't in the middle of a crisis and things are going very well. There's probably no real good time to retire, but now seems like a good time to let someone else have control," Lillard said. During the past 45 years, Lillard has changed jobs only three times and said he is now ready for a fourth change. "Basically I made the decision that after working for 45 years, I needed to do something different," he said. Lillard said his lifestyle change will include traveling to foreign countries. "My wife and I are in good health, and we've decided to do some things before we run out of time," he said. "Some people wait to travel until after they retire when they have more time, but then they don't have good enough health, so I think we're very fortunate."
Singapore, once the home of American writer Ernest Hemingway, will be one of the first countries Lillard will visit, he said. "To go to Singapore and sit in a chair in the hotel he lived in, and think 'Ernest Hemingway sat here' would be a wonderful experience," Lillard said. In addition to visiting countries he has never seen, Lillard said he would also like to retrace his steps through the Soviet Union, Taiwan, Hong Kong and London, England.
The time to do something else is when you want to, not when someone asks you to. —Bill J. Lillard University President
Lillard said he is looking into visiting London again during the Wimbledon tennis competition next summer. "Since Wimbledon takes place during the last part of June and the first few days in July, you're always in London on the Fourth of July, and it's really interesting because all the stores stay open, they just don't celebrate the Fourth like we do," he said. Lillard said he also has sailed through the Panama Canal. "The boats go through the locks
and then the locks shut behind you. The next lock opens, then you have gone from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean," he said. While in the United States Navy, Lillard was stationed at Iwo Jima, Okinawa and Guam. "I was in Japan before the bombs were dropped, even now I don't think I would want to go back again," he said. Lillard said although he is leaving the university to pursue other interests, he has a strong attachment to the university. "You don't stay in a place for 17 years and not have any type of emotional attachment, but I would rather have someone ask me 'Why are you retiring?' than 'Why don't you retire?,'" he said. "The time to do something else is when you want to, not when someone asks you to," Lillard said. From his home in The Village, Lillard said he will keep up with events happening on the campus, but said he does not want to be compared with the new president and his administration. "I'm a firm believer that when you step out, you step out completely," he said. Because of accumulated vacation time, Lillard said he will leave his presidential position in early June. Lillard's last day on the university payroll will be June 30, 1992. V
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Author Sara Orwig has returned to the University of Central Oklahoma to teach a class in novel writing. Orwig, who received her master's degree in creative studies at UCO in 1985, was an artist-inresidence at UCO during the 1984-85 school year. Her first novel, a romantic story titled "Runaway Desire," was published in 1978. "A friend knew I was trying to get published and suggested I try romance because she thought there was a market for it." Orwig taught freshmen and sophomore English at John Marshall High School for two years while pursuing her writing career. "My husband and I talked it over and decided with three books published and three more under contract that it was time for me to quit teaching and write full time," Orwig said.
"Favors of the Rich" is Orwig's latest released book, but she has another coming out next March titled "Sweeter Than Sin." She is currently working on a historical trilogy about three southern river cities; New Orleans, Atlanta, and Memphis. These books will trace the O'Brien family from Ireland to the United States where they get caught up in the Civil War. Orwig has published 37 books which have been translated into 16 different languages. She receives mail from fans all over the world. One woman, who wrote from China after reading "Family Fortune," told Orwig it was the first English novel she had read but had to look up some of the words. Oklahoma Writers' Federation, Inc. recently named Orwig one of the first eight inductees into the Oklahoma Professional Writers' Hall of Fame which they sponsor. Her induction will take place in November. V
Course helps teachers master computer basics By Marcia Benedict Staff Writer A course designed to help students become technologically literate has been developed at the University of Central Oklahoma. "Curriculum Modifications and Assistive Technology" is a 5000 level course required for special education majors, Collins said. "It provides them with an overview of new technology that can help people with handicaps function more normally," he said. In addition to guest speakers,
students enrolled in the course visit the O'Donoghue Rehabilitation Center to witness a therapist prescribe a device that could help a handicapped child. Collins said the course not only introduces students to new computer equipment, but also explains how that equipment could help children with handicaps. "It lets students know that there's a bunch of equipment, both hardware and software, that would help exceptional children," he said. The two-credit hour course is offered each fall and spring semester. V
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Education summit drives educators By Larry Rogers Staff Writer
The road to excellence in Oklahoma education has been a bumpy one, but academic leaders from across the state agreed Wednesday that House Bill 1017 is helping to pave the way to higher quality in the classroom. "We have the stepping stones, but we're not yet where we want to be," said Hans Brisch, higher education chancellor. State leaders in common education, higher education, and vocational/technical education met at Kirkpatrick Center in Oklahoma City for the first "education summit." Oklahoma Education Secretary Sandy Garrett said state schools could no longer afford to produce mediocrity. "Our state, our nation, our changing world demand excellence," Garrett said. "We have no other alternative." The argument over whether or
not 1017 should be repealed has been brewing since the bill passed in 1990, and is heating up as the Oct. 15 vote approaches, said Gov. David Walters. "It's tempting to rest after two years, but we can't afford to rest, or be distracted by political debates," Walters said. Educators were urged by Walters to turn their enthusiasm "up a notch." "Don't run from the debate," Walters said. "We're going to be the best." Higher college preparatory test scores and improved grades in college will result if students are required to take more mathematics, English and science courses in high school, Brisch said. Tougher curriculum standards and a continual review of accrediting standards are called for to increase retention and graduation rates at state colleges, and allow a more efficient use of the taxpayers' money said Nancy O'Brien, assistant superintendent of Norman schools. V
Ex-Navy nurse discusses gangs By Kathy Karr Staff Writer
The potential gang problem in Oklahoma and the dangers of alcohol and substance abuse will be the topic when Pat Benedict, a retired Navy nurse and lecturer, speaks at the University of Central Oklahoma. Benedict, a native Oklahoman, is a recovering alcoholic who spends a great deal of time lecturing on the dangers of alcohol and substance abuse.
Benedict helped begin the Gang Violence Reduction Program in east Los Angeles. In the program, former members of gangs and Benedict go into neighborhoods to try and prevent young people from joining gangs and to negotiate peace between rival gangs. Benedict will be speaking Wednesday, Sept. 25 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. in Ballroom C of the University Center. The visit is sponsored by the Campus Organization for a Substance Abuse Free Environement. V
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Bon Jovi guitarist goes solo By Kathy Karr Staff Writer
Guitarist Richie Sambora has released his first solo effort, "Stranger in Town," and for the most part, he lives up to the potential he's shown during his years rocking with New Jersey's Bon Jovi. The album is a long way from the work Sambora has done with his old bandmates. On his first solo outing, Sambora shows an understated guitar style and mature lyric sensibility. The dramatic opening keyboard sound of the first tune, "Rest In Peace" recalls the work producer Brian Eno did with U2 on the al-
bum, "The Joshua Tree." This sound flows as a theme throughout most of the album. Most of the tunes on the album are quiet and a bit slow. The first single, "Ballad of Youth," and the tune "Rosie," co-written with Jon Bon Jovi, are the only songs on the album that gives any kind of nod
Review to Sambora's Bon Jovi hard rock heritage. Sambora brings out some heavy-hitters to help out on his solo trek. Mega-successful songwriter Desmond Child, who has written for Bon Jovi and Cher, contributes two tunes on the album. Fellow Bon Jovi bandmate Tico Torres adds to the drum
sound, then guitar legend Eric Clapton adds some soul to the journeyman ballad "Mr. Bluesman." But Clapton isn't used to his full potential on the tune, and the lyrics are trite, the overdone narrative of the life of a blues player. Sambora is a sufficient vocalist, but this arum should put to rest the rumors that he did most of the singing on the last Bon Jovi tour. But the rough spots on this album are easy to ignore. Sambora has potential to become a proficient lyric writer. When Bon Jovi returns to the studio, hopefully the maturity he and Jon Bon Jovi have both attained will make the new Bon Jovi album something to look forward to. V
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Politicians fearful of republics' arsenals By Kathy Karr Staff Writer
Ten of the 15 Soviet republics have declared their independence from the Soviet Union. These republics are in the process of forming their own governments, and as the process continues, the question is raised: Who gets the big guns? "Now with the disintegration of central control, there are some very serious questions raised as to who's in control of the nuclear arsenal," said Dr. Carl Reherman, assistant professor, political science at the University of Central Oklahoma. "The republics don't want communism. But though that was a bad system, it brought stability," said Reherman. "And now that the stability is taken away, the republics are like a group of first graders that are turned loose in downtown Oklahoma City; 'What do we do now, guys?' " According to Newsweek, about 80 percent of the Soviet Union's nuclear arsenal is located within the monolithic Russian Republic, and the rest is spread throughout the Ukraine, Belorussia and Kazakhstan and eastern Germany. "Those weapons systems are probably spread throughout the union to decrease vulnerability," said Reherman. Senator Patrick Moynihan of New York has expressed his fear that the nuclear threat posed by the former super power has only increased with the current instability. "It is entirely possible that war-
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ring republics will use these weapons on each other. It is conceivable as well that military hardliners would use them, or threaten to use them, against the West in a last ditch gamble," Moynihan wrote in the Sept. 9 issue of Newsweek. Moynihan proposes that the United States offer to give the Soviets economic aid for the bleak winter ahead on the strict condition that they dismantle all or most of the nuclear weapons that threaten them as well as the west. But is this perhaps too idealistic? "I don't know that the U.S. has the strength of conviction to do that," said Reherman. "It's easier for a senator to say that, than it is for a president to do it. "But the U.S. is going to have to offer some kind of humanitarian aid," said Reherman. "We can't let them starve and we can't let the little blossoms of democracy die." American officials fear that the Soviet tactical nuclear warheads will be sold to or stolen by terrorists, or fired by a maverick military man. "As you proliferate weapons, it takes just one crazy man to set off a bomb on his neighbor's front door step," said Reherman. "The solution has to be that if they continue to allow the republics to gain strength, the central government is going to have to say that the arsenal is on an area that the central government is going to retain control and the military is going to have to side with that," said Reherman. "If control is lost, then I think we have the seeds of disaster." V
An appetite for travel is often curbed by the corresponding need for funds, however, a program at the University of Central Oklahoma can satisfy the wanderlust while sidestepping the money issue. Summer jobs in Germany are abundant, said UCO German professor Dr. Gerhard Kallienke. By working through the Central Federal Labor Force in Frankfurt, Kallienke helps students able to speak some German secure these jobs. The tourism industry supplies most temporary summer jobs, with a lot of openings in restaurants and hotels, he said.
Most employers arrange for free room and board and all wages are tax-free to the foreigner, Kallienke said. "It corresponds to having a nice summer in Germany for free," he said. The applicant first specifies what city or region of Germany they would prefer to work in. The Central Federal Labor Office then would send back a list of job openings. Kallienke must vouch for the student's ability to speak German. "I'm very lax about it," he said. "But they ought to know some conversational German." Completion of his course in conversational German should suffice, he said. Students must then sign a contract to work the summer job and
arrange for transportation to Germany. Summer is Germany's prime tourist season and there is always a labor crunch then, Kallierik, said. German college students are not usually available because they are taking a summer semester or traveling outside the country. The influx of East Germans has not affected the summer job market because they seek permanent jobs, he said. "I've traveled a lot and I've lived in a lot of countries," said Kallienke. "It's a great experience." "Do it, because you'll never have another chance to do it again," said Scott Finley, who spent last summer in Germany through this program. "There will always be a reason not to, but do it anyway." V
Novello says drinking law a myth federally mandated, 21-yearminimum age drinking law is largely a myth. "As far as Oklahoma's laws are concerned, we don't experience these loopholes," said Lietutenant Mike Wooldridge of the Edmond Police Department. Oklahoma law says that anyone under the age of 21 is not allowed to possess, purchase or consume alcohol. Oklahoma not only outlaws the sale of alcohol to minors, they also specifically bar minors from purchasing it. Five states and the District of Columbia do not specifically bar minors from purchasing alcohol. Oklahoma law also bars minors
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The National Minimum Drinking Age Act of 1984 required all states to set their legal drinking age at 21 or face a reduction in federal highway money. All states have complied. However, loopholes in the federal law and loosely written state laws allow many opportunities for youth to buy, possess and consume alcohol, said Surgeon General Antonia Novello. In a report released Sept. 11 describing the weaknesses of youth alcohol laws and difficulties enforcing them Novello said, the
from consuming alcohol. In 21 states, minors are not barred by law from consuming alcohol. Oklahoma law allows minors who are 18 to serve beer in a restaurant. They may also serve liquor if the bartender mixes the drink and hands it to them to serve to the customer. "This doesn't mean we don't have problems," said Wooldridge. "Minors get around it by finding someone over 21 to buy alcohol for them. "We can charge that person with contributing to the deliquency of a minor, and the minor can be charged with possession," said Wooldridge. V
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Student learns lesson abroad By Penny Owen Staff Writer
Scott Finley had no camera around his neck, no straw hat and no bermuda shorts when he got off the plane in Germany. He equipped himself instead with a year's worth of college German courses, a summer job contract, and a lot of curiosity. A University of Central Oklahoma program, which arranges summer jobs in Germany, helped prepare the 20-year-old sophomore to escape the American tourist image and infiltrate Europe with a local edge. Before leaving, Finley selected from several options available a cook's job working in the Schloss Auerbach castle, a stone's throw away from Frankfurt and Heidelberg in Southern Germany. Along with the job came a seven dollar per hour tax-free wage and free room and board. "The only thing the student must come up with is the plane ticket," said German professor Dr. Gerhard Kallienke, who sponsors the program. "But most often they make up for it on the job."
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• Leslie Ann Ribera received her doctorate degree in August from the University of Texas at Dallas. Ribera graduated with a bachelor of science degree from the University of Central Oklahoma in 1983. While at UCO, Ribera was the secretary of Mortar Board and the president of the Math Club. • Virginia Osgood, who graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma, was named the Oklahoma Vocational-Technical Teacher of the Year. Osgood is a commercial and graphic art instructor at the Canadian Valley Vo-Tech School in El Reno. THE KALEIDOSCOPE DANCERS COMPANY: Back row, from left, Kim Han Chan, Connie Clark, Troy Avriett, Machel Duncan, Kelli Coleman, Margo Felton, Daphne McCoy, Jill Gragg, Amy Reynolds, Anjelica Conner. Front row, Caryl Leffel, Billy Sprague, Jr. (Photo by Dan Smith)
Dancers continue entertaining By Marcia Benedict
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Exposing students to various forms of dance is a function of the Kaleidoscope Dancers Company at the University of Central Oklahoma. Jamie Jacobson, director and choreographer of the dance company, said each of the 13 dancers chosen for the group is specialized in one form of dance. "We have a varied repertoire that includes modem dance, ballet, jazz, tap and theater works. Because of the variation, it is very difficult to find students who are good in all areas of dance," Jacobson said, "this way they get exposed to every form of dance." The dancers, who are chosen each spring, can receive a total of
eight credit hours for performing with the group for four years, she said. In addition, a majority of the dancers audition for dance scholarships if they have met certain requirements, she said. "The scholarships are something extra for all the time they spend working with the company," Jacobson said. The Kaleidoscope Dancers Company, which was formed in 1975, performs for approximately 15 audiences each year, she said. "We have performed at the American College Dance Festival, which is very prestigious, and each year we invite four guests to choreograph our shows," she said. A guest artist from Belgium will help choreograph the "Something Old, Something New" show
which will premiere in the spring, Jacobson said. Jacobson said she is working to establish a bachelor's degree in dance for interested students. Members of the dance company currently major in communications,liberal arts, music theater and physical education. Jacobson said in recent years former Kaleidoscope dancers have begun teaching and dancing professionally. "We have had several students go on to either teach, dance or choreograph, and several others teach in private studios," she said. The Kaleidoscope Dancers Company's first performance is scheduled for Oct. 25. "This show will be open to all alumni dancers, and will be a part of the homecoming celebration," Jacobson said. V
• Keith Bryza, a University of Central Oklahoma graduate student, recently graduated first in his class in Air Force ROTC Field Training. Bryza also received the Commandant's Award, the most coveted Air Force ROTC award. • The Oklahoman Chapter of American Women in Radio and Television will announce the 1991 Star
Awards, from 7 to 10 p.n., Oct. 3. Tickets purchased in advance are $30 per person, and $50 per couple. Tickets purchased at the door will be $35 per person and $60 per couple. Money raised by the awards will be used to fund scholarships, seminars and education programs to support women in the electronic media. For more ticket information, contact Dwayne Helt at 478-6699. • USA Today is sponsoring a search for the nation's best college student. Full-time undergraduate students are eligible to be chosen for the 1992 All-USA Academic Team. The students who are chosen by the panel of educators could be awarded $2,500. For more information contact Pat Ordovensky at (703) 276-3467.
• Oklahoma is one of eight states to receive planning grant funds from the National Institute of Standards and Technology. Approximately $98,000 in grants will be matched by Oklahoma funds to encourage competition between small and medium size manufacturing firms throughout the state.
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Spikers corral 2nd in Arkansas tourney By Bill Kramer Sports Editor
Central Oklahoma cruised through five matches, winning every game, before falling to San Jacinto College, Texas, in the championships of the Southern Arkansas Inviational volleyball tournament Friday and Saturday in Magnolia, Ark. The Lady Bronchos defeated Ouachita Baptist (Ark.), Centenary and Texas Lutheran in straight games Saturday prior to the showdown with unbeaten San Jacinto. The Lady Bronchos fell 15-11, 15-12 in the finals and failed to successfully defend their 1990 Southern Arkansas Invitational championship. UCO (10-2) plays at Oral Roberts Wednesday and returns home Saturday to play host to Adams State at noon and Lone Star Conference foe Eastern New Mexico at 6 p.m. V
NCAA ll college football scoreboard STATE East Central 20, Cameron 19 EAST (1) Ind., Pa. 34, E. Strbg. 0 (18) Mlsvle. 34, (11) Nrfk. SL 16 New Haven 48, Clarion 42 Savannah St. 63, Cheyney 3 (16) Shpsbg. 44, Kutztown 35 (5) Jksnvl. St. 50, W. Ga. 24 Southern Utah 38, Mesa St 30 (9) Va. Union 49, Hampton 13 (10) Wofford 13, Len.-Ryn. 9
SOUTH (13) Ashland 51, Cal., Pa. 10 (19) Butler 33, (3) G. Val. St. 0 (7) Ptsbg. St. 23, SW Btst 17 Wayne 22, Wis.-S.P. 17 Wis.-Sup. 16, Wis.-Whtwtr. 14 Yngstwn. St 57, Mrgn. St. 22 MIDWEST Sac. St_ 45, Abil. Chrstn. 7 S. Hou. St. 16, (15) Angelo St. 6 Texas A&I 35, Portlnd. St 14 W. New Mex. 31, Sul Rs. St 7d St 14
Senior runner Kyle Skartwed was the third Country Stampede Saturday in Joplin, Mo. Oklahoman to cross the finish line, placing The men placed 1 1 th, and the UCO women 21st overall, in the Missouri Southern Cross were eigth. (Photo by Khalid Awang).
Ailing Bronchos prep for bull fight By Bill Kramer Sports Editor
A week off for rest and preparation for next week's opponent Cal State-Northridge could be the healing medicine for the ailing Central Oklahoma football team. Three UCO players are already out for the year with injuries, and two more will not play Saturday against the Matadors. Five additional players are listed as probable for the Bronchos (1-1), who take on a Northridge team fresh off a 17-10 loss to Division I Cal State-Fullerton. The Bronchos ability to run the football is increasingly becoming more difficult as the losses mount on the offensive line. Seven down linemen, including five on offense, are listed among those out or probable for this week. Center Louis Villanueva and offensive guard Brian Key each injured their ankles last week in UCO's stunning 24-21 victory against Southern Utah and are listed as probable. They join defensive tackle Derek Dennis (concussion) and flankers Nathaniel
Matadors pose big challenge' Dash (shoulder) and Keith Martin (knee). Gone are All-America corner back candidate Mart Leming (knee), tight end Tim Martin (knee), defensive tackle Monet Bilton (ankle) and offensive lineman Kendall Kelton (shoulder). Also out for at least four more weeks is big 6-1, 270-pound offensive guard Mike Cizek, who hurt his knee in pre-season action. As for their next opponent, UCO shapes up well. Although the Bronchos have been victimized mostly by the big play this
year, the Western Conference Matadors are not a big-play oriented team. In last year's contest in Edmond, Northridge rallied from a 6-0 third-quarter deficit to defeat UCO 17-6. All-America running back Albert Fann, the school's all-time leading rusher, put the Matadors ahead with a pair of one-yard touchdown runs, and place kicker Abe Velasco added a late 19-yard field goal to ice the win. Fann is gone this year, but the Matadors, who qualified for the
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Generally Speaking • Student Government Association is holding elections for Senator and Vice-president. The ballot boxes will be located in different buildings throughout election week. Mon. and Tues., University Center and Business Building, Wed. and Thur., Liberal Arts Building. For information Gray Blevins Ext. 4503. • The Mayor's Conference for Women will conduct "TGlF: Thank God I'm Female," a seminar on business women's issues, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., in the Civic Center Music Hall. For information call the Oklahoma Small Business Development Center Ext. 3321. • Auditions for the University of Central Oklahoma's production of Michel Tremblay's "Bonjour, la, Bonjour" will be at 7:30 p.m., Oct. 2 and 3 in Communication Building Room 205.
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Scientists creating new beers WASHINGTON (AP)--Agriculture Department scientists are finding that if you brew a better beer, the world will beat a path to you door. They have released some new U.S. varieties of hops and barley that they say provide old-world beer flavor and superior malting qualities, and are working on several more selections. "Already, local brewers are knocking on my door, asking for samples," said plant geneticist Alfred Haunold. Last spring he released the newest hop, called Liberty, which is said to have the desirable aroma qualities found in its parent, a popular German hop called Hallertauer mittelfruh. Liberty thrives in the temperate Pacific Northwest, producing double the yields of the old-world variety.
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HONOLULU (AP)-Miss America Carolyn Suzanne Sapp broke off her engagement with a former professional football player because he beat her and once tried to push her from a moving car, news reports said. Sapp, a junior at Hawaii Pacific University and Hawaii's first Miss America, said she broke up with Nuu Faaola (pronounced NOO-oo fa-ah-oh-OH-la) after he "tried to push me out of a car driving at high speeds..., then strangled me with the seat belt until I couldn't breath." The letter said Faaola continued to terrorize her until last October, when Sapp complained to police and requested a restraining order. She said they have since resolved their differences and are now friends. Faaola refused to talk about any details.
AIDS risk low during surgery BOSTON (AP)--A patient's chances of getting AIDS from a doctor or nurse during surgery are extremely slight-the odds are 1-in-21 million, two physicians say. They said the chance is about the same as being killed in a car accident on the way to the hospital. "The risks are clearly low," Drs. Albert B Lowenfels and Gary Wormser of New York Medical Hospital wrote in a letter published today in the New England Journal of Medicine. They said four'of every 1,000 surgeons are infected with HIV. Surgeons and their assistants have eight accidents during every 1,000 hours in the operating room. The risk of transmission of HIV infection from a surgeon to a patient after a single puncture wound is 1.5 per 1,000 incidents.
Scents increasing worker output TROY, N.Y. (AP)--A Brave New Odoriferous World could be just around the corner-where long-distance truckers whiff peppermint to stay alert and high-pressure executives snort vanilla to reduce stress. Some offices in Japan already feature computer-controlled fragrance emitters, blowing out eucalyptus and floral scents to keep worker production up. In a recent study Robert Baron, a psychologist at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, found that subject exposed to commercially available air fresheners set higher goals for a routine clerical tasks and generally did a better job. Also, people exposed to pleasant scents tended to make more concessions during face-to-face negotiations.
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Local voter registration available Students have until October 4 to register to vote in the election on H.B. 1017 on October 15. Registration can be completed during business hours Monday through Friday at Edmond City Hall, 100 E. First, and The Tag Agency, 33rd and Boulevard. Weekend registration can be completed at the Walmart Store at 33rd and Broadway on Saturday and Sundays from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Registrants must show proof of identification and birth date.
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FALL SPECIAL-Free enrollment fee ($25.00 value) if enrolled by Oct. 31. Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, Before & After Kindergarten thru 5th Grade. DHS assistance welcomed. Children's World, 1200 S. Kelly.
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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS: Your friends overseas can qualify for college entry in six 4-week terms or less. Master teachers, TOEFL-oriented. Applications $30. $500 per term. Transfers of F-1 students in status are legal with INS. Call English Language Center at 348-7602.
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PASCAL TUTOR needed for Programming II student. Call evenings 340-1082.
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BROADWAY CARWASH needs cashier 8 am-1 pm Mon-Sat. Also needs carwash attendants, flexible hours. Apply in person at 3024 S. Broadway, mornings.
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GYMNASTICS INSTRUCTOR and swim team coach needed at Northside YMCA, 10000 N. Penn. Apply in person.
EXPERIENCE SUMMIT ROCK GYM One of the finest indoor rock climbing facilities in the nation has come to Oklahoma City. No experience or special equipment necessary. Open seven days. You have to see it to believe it! Located in the Santa Fe Club. 840-1817.
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SERVICES TYPING Edmond resident with college degree will type your term paper or thesis for $1.50/pg. Call 341-1029. TYPING Term papers, resumes, letters, manuscripts, essays, and tape transcripts. Laser printing. Reasonable rates. Call Cathy at 341-2980, ext. 2353; 348-4099 after 5. TYPING Professional word processing/ letter quality printer. 11yrs experience in oil and gas. Quality work. Reasonable rates. Call 340-6370 leave message or call after 5 p.m. $ COLLEGE MONEY $ Private Scholarships You receive MINIMUM of 8 sources, or your money refunded! America's Finest. Since 1981. COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP LOCATORS, Box 1881, Joplin, MO 64802-1881. 1-800-879-7485. PREGNANT Anxious, Need Help? We can help...The Pregnancy Testing Center in Edmond. Free pregnancy test available. Call 341-3139 or 359-1400 for more information. FAST ACCURATE TYPING. Resumes start at $7.50 a page. Manuscripts, theses, familiar with MLA and APA formats. Letters, forms and general correspondence $2.50/page single spaced and $1.50/page double spaced. Call 348-1005, leave message. BIRTH CONTROL EXAMS FREE PILLS INCLUDED CONFIDENTAL PREGNANCY TESTING ALL MEDICAL SERVICES AVAILABLE CENTRAL WOMEN'S HEALTH CENTER 840-2626 RESUMES We write resumes that get results I Let a professional write and typeset your resume. Free disk storage. Laser output. Kathy, 359-1696. WORD PROCESSING Manuscripts, reports, theses, resumes. Saved on disk. Laser printing. Will check spelling, grammar. Fast, reliable, accurate. Reasonable rates. Call Rose Ann at 340-3744. EDMOND TYPEWRITER has ribbons, tapes, service for most brands. Fast 24-hr service. 10% off with UCO ID 341-3620.
JOHN HANCOCK Financial Services MARKETING REPRESENTATIVE John Hancock is 128 years old and one of the largest in the industry. We are looking to expand our Oklahoma City office and will have career opportunities available for quailified individuals. College degree required. Send resume to: John Hancock Financial Services, Attn: Personnel Department, 6110 N. Western, OKC, OK 73118. EOE WANTED: Bright, intelligent, friendly person interested in a career in interior design choosing colors in carpet, wallpaper & fabric. Full/part time. Call Hendricks Carpet 359-0123. SITTER NEEDED M-W-F 2 to 5. T-TH all day. 359-8708. DIRECTIONS IN FURNITURE in Casady Square needs part time warehouse person. Afternoons & weekends. Call 752-1610 for appointment. NEED EXTRA MONEY? EARN $100+/wk PART TIME!!! OFFICE WORK AVAILABLE NOW! CALL 942-2641 INTERVIEW TODAY
PERFECT OPPORTUNITY for students! Need good, reliable substitutes who love children. Momings, afternoons, full days. Personal interview only, 1200 S. Kelly.
FOR SALE SPEAKER SEPARATES 1" to 18" woofers, tweeters, crossovers, computer-aided design custom enclosures for automotive, home or professional use. If you can't find it, we can get it. Digital Designs, 946-4500. 79 Plymonth Horizon Very good condition recently overhauled. Low miles, $1000. Call Eric at 672-6271 after 6pm or 341-2980 ext. 5548 between 1-5pm. 1985 COUGAR-Digital dash, electric driver's seat, power windows/locks. Spoke wheels, rebuilt motor, $3000. Call 341-2980, X5548, ask for Peter or 341-0946 after 6 p.m. DIGITAL DESIGNS Studio monitors, used by Warner Bros., NBC, M.C. Hammer, Stevie Nicks, Michael McDonald & major studios around the world. Compact 61.4 " 2-way speakers, 3 sizes & 12" sub-woofers. Now being manufacatured in OKC, $240/pr. & up. 946-4500.
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We Offer: • $5/hr • Bonus plus Incentives • Flexible hours • Fun, Dynamic atmosphere • Call today 359-7444. Ask for Susie or Shawn. Raise $500...$1000...$1500 FOOLPROOF FUNDRAISING For your fraternity, sorority, team or other campus organization Absolutely no Investment required! ACT NOW FOR THE CHANCE TO WIN A CARIBBEAN CRUISE AND FABULOUS PRIZES! CALL 1-800-950-8472, ext. 50
4*, THE ARCHIVES Cash for comics and books. Oklahoma's most interesting comics and used book store. New comics every Friday, Classic literature is our specialty! 1914 E. 2nd, one mile East of UCO, 348-6800.
FOR RENT ROOM FOR RENT one block off campus. Kitchen privileges. Off-street parking, $145/mo, $70/dep., utilities paid. Call Rick afternoons before 6 at 359-6589. FURNISHED ROOMS, all bills paid, including phone. $220/mo, 341-4532.
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The Spencers Carl Rosen Robin Crow Magic show Music show Outdoor Jazz Monday Thursday Thursday September 30 October 3 October 17
Scott Novotny Comedy show Thursday October 24
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David Harris Willy Porter Music show Music show Monday Monday November 4 November 25
THIS FALL MORE GREAT ENTERTAINERS WILL COME TO THE UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL OKLAHOMA. WILLYOU? Magic, song, comedy. It will all UCO campus. Already this fall be here at UCO this fall. Your they've presented the hilarious student activity fee includes a lot melodrama: "The Drunkard" and of great free entertainment & the comedy of Scott Jones. Come back to campus for activities. The Student Government sreeederea great entertainment. Call 341-2980, Association continues extension 3337 to bring quality entertainment to the UCO STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION for more information. Sponsored in part by the UCO Cultural Arts Committee and the Student Activities Committee of the UCO Student Government Association.