University of Central Oklahoma
THURSDAY November 20, 1997
The Student Voice Since 1903
Financial aid processing delayed for some students By Mark A. Schneberger Staff Writer
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Corner pocket... UCO freshman Jerry Gardner attempts to win a game of nine-ball Tuesday in the game room of East Hall. The game room provides dorm residents with a place to play games including ping pong, cards and dominoes. (Staff photo by Bryan Terry)
f you applied for federal financial aid last semester but have yet to receive a dime, you're not alone. As of this week, 416 enrolled university students were still waiting for aid checks. That's only a relative handful, however, when compared to the 9,062 prospective students who filled out forms requesting assistance for the 1997-98 year, according to figures offered by the financial aid office. "We'd like to have the number at zero, but we can't do that without (the students') help," said Fugett. "So we're corresponding with them weekly to help determine what they need and how we can get it." Fugett said many of the 416 students would likely have received aid by now, but their applications were incomplete or contained wrong information. When students provide updated information—such as correct address or social security number—the aid requests will be sent for final processing, she said. "A lot of the problems are minor, but it's all important when you're dealing with
(loans)," said Fugett. "Nothing can change before we get the right information." Not all aid requests are stalled, however. Department employees are completing a final review of 61 applications this week and hope to process another 60 or more next week. "We are now working on a week-toweek basis, so we should see the number of students without aid go down" significantly before the holidays, said Fugett. But some students who have not received aid before Thanksgiving may have to wait until January because of the traditional slow-down in mail delivery. "Because we do most of our correspondence by mail, we'll get delays as we get closer to the holidays," said Fugett. She said students are encouraged to call the financial aid department as December nears to check their aid status. Students can also check their aid status by using on-campus computers located in the halls of many buildings, including th Liberal Arts Building. The financial aid department can be reached by dialing Ext. 3336 from a campus phone or by calling 341-2980, Ext. 3336.
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CO is getting "kissed" today as KYIS (KISS) radio, FM 98.9, broadcasts live from the north end of the University Center. The broadcast is slated to begin at noon and run until 3 p.m., said Stephen St. John, KYIS radio personality. Roy Howe, of UCO's communications
office, said the station chose UCO as part of their "Fifteen Places in Fifteen Days" promotion after a UCO student spoke to St. John on the air. Howe said KYIS will be giving away compact discs during the broadcast and that UCO will give away T-shirts. "They'll (KYIS) be having
UCO/music trivia contests while on the air," Howe said. "I've provided them with some information about the campus. It should be a lot of fun." Several UCO department heads will be speaking to St. John throughout today's broadcast, said Howe. "I have about two people an hour lined
up," Howe said. "They'll just drop by and talk for a while about their department." KYIS has also conducted live broadcasts from a University of Oklahoma football game, local restaurants, an Oklahoma City Blazers hockey game and Oklahoma City Community College.
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EDITORIAL
Bud i y, can you spare a tme?
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f you thought you would always be able to make that important phone call from a pay phone with just 25 cents, think again. On Oct. 17 the price of a local call in Oklahoma from a Southwestern Bell pay phone increased from 25 cents to 35 cents, a 40 percent increase. Some people have said they are just now beginning to realize the increase of 10 cents per local call because of the limited exposure of the increase. Access to directory assistance information, which previously was free, will cost 35 cents. However, 9-1-1, 800 and 888 calls will continue to be free. If you deposit two quarters into the slot, you'll have to forfeit your change, thus making your call cost 50 cents. Although this price increase may aggravate some, the last increase in Oklahoma was in 1984. In that time the price of a postage stamp has jumped 60 percent from 20 cents to 32 cents; and the cost of many daily newspapers have doubled their single-issue prices. "The price for a local call from our pay phones has not changed in years...services to our customers is increasing," said Ron Jennings, Southwestern Bell spokesperson. So remember, if your car breaks down in the middle of nowhere at 2 a.m., be sure to have that quarter and a dime waiting to drop into the slot to hear the dial tone that assures 4 your safety and security.
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LETTERS
rrHEVIsrA Vol. 99, No. 24 (USPS 661-700) ISSN: 1084-9149 Writer Colby Grieser Editor in Chief Lisa Tatum JimHulsey Associate Editor Curtis Cobb Writer M. Editor Sandi Craig Writer Phillip Roder Writer Mark A. Schneberger Copy Editor Rhonda Bowden Writer Steven Wedel Sports Editor Chad Willming Sports Writer Darrell Weidner Photographer Lacy Amen Advertising Mgr Bryan Kyle Photographer Bryan Terry Ad Sales Michael Williams Graphic Artist Pujan Roka Circulation Dustin Yowell Ad Sales Tamara Schones Morgue Travis Frels Writer Ryan Danner Adviser Mark Hanebutt The Vista is published as a newspaper and public forum by the students in the department of journalism, semi-weekly during the academic year except exams and holiday periods, and on Thursdays only during the summer term, at the University of Central Oklahoma, 100 N University Dr, Edmond, OK 73034-5209. Telephone: (405) 341-2980, X5549. One-year subscription rate $12. Periodicals postage paid at Edmond, Oklahoma 73034-9998. Opinions and comments in The Vista do not necessarily reflect the policies or beliefs of the Board of Regents of Oklahoma Colleges or UCO. The Vista is not an official medium expression for the Board or UCO.
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LETTERS
Student upset over 'roach encounter' Central cafeteria should be shut down by the State Health Department, for aiding and abetting the growth of roaches and harmful microbes. On November 17, 1997 I was extra low on cash and had no other option, but to eat in the Central cafe. With all the press the cafeteria has received about possibly poisonous pies I snubbed this place when I had cash. But, on this day my pockets and stomach was so empty I entered the place, absent of smiles and laughter only to have the facts of unclean and unsanitary staring at me dead in the eyes. What I mean is, when I went back to the serving line for seconds a
beady eyed antenna sensored, winged cock-a-roacha crawled from out of the cold foods section where the cheeses and lettuce are kept. This is adjacent to the hot foods. The server was alerted of the filthy inhabitant. She flagrantly stated, "Oh really, there is a cockroach in here." My mouth began to water, not from the odors emitting from the hodgepodge of food items, but from pure queasiness. I had to repeat to myself, don't panic don't throw up, don't panic don't throw up ! The food service at U.C.O needs to be held accountable. Roaches carry numerous germs and this is entirely unsatisfactory,
unpraiseworthy and unwelcome. My dorm room has more appeal to me as a place to cook, now. In which case, if the recipe requires bacteria or roaches I want to make the decision on which should be added and what should be left out. This way there would be no more surprises The only other option is to offer antitoxins to those who eat in the Central cafe. Maybe, I should give up on learning and settle for a lawsuit against U.C.O. for maintaining the filthiest kitchen this side of hell. —Patrick Baker UCO Student
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was disappointed in The Vista's coverage of Dr. Jacob's resignation. There seemed to be an attempt to connect his resignation to Faculty Senate's disagreements with him over organizational issues. I was especially unhappy
to read your characterization of my views as "charging improprieties." This is not the case. In my opinion, Dr. Jacob is a man of intergrity who has served this university loyally for many years. OUr disagreements on
issues should never mask the respect I have for him as a person. I am pleased to know that he will continue to play an important role at this university. —Roberta Sloan, Ph.D. Faculty Senate president
November 20, 1997
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Intersessions offer specialized alternatives to college students By Kelli Wilson Student Writer
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ow that the semester is coming to an end, many students may be considering what to do during Christmas break. The solution seems easy, take an intersession class. An intersession is a class that is compacted into a short period of time and is generally more specialized than a full semester course. UCO offers many intersession classes which include courses such as: Portrait Drawing, in the art department; Male/Female Rhetoric, in the English department, Youth Violence, in the sociology
department. There is a complete list of courses offered on Pages 141-143 of the 1998 Spring Class Schedule. UCO students may also attend intersession classes at other schools. There are a few requirements that must be met or the credits will not transfer. UCO undergraduate English counselor, Stephanie Driver, said, "Students must have at least 30 hours completed and the last 15 must have been completed at UCO." Driver also said there are a few other factors that will be relevant to whether or not credits can be transferred, so students are advised to check with their adviser before enrolling in
an intersession at another school. For students who are interested in intersessions at other schools, the price may be a determining factor. The lowest cost intersession was at Rose State College at $29.30 per credit hour. Coming in second was Oklahoma City Community College at $43.60 per credit hour, however, they only offer six courses. UCO offers a wide variety of courses at $61.20 per credit hour. The highest cost per credit hour in the area was at Oklahoma University. Rates there range from $70 to $85 per credit hour.
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Passing on the pioneer spirit During a visit with Jill Kelsey's History of Journalism class, entertainment personality Danny Williams shares stories about his longrunning career in broadcasting. Williams, who has been involved in Oklahoma radio and television since the 1950s, gave students tips on success during the Wednesday class. He can be heard daily on KOMA, 1520 AM and 92.5 FM radio from 5:30-9 a.m. (Staff photo by Steven E. Wedel)
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November 20, 1997
Terrell Club mends problems with new awarded officer elections, hope for 'fresh start' by AAUP By Steven E. Wedel
"I think it's better because the officers are undergraduates now," said Delaney Anderson, club member. "I would have liked to see at least one position have more than one person nominated." Anderson, who was a voice for change in the organization, said she did not think the positions should have been filled so early after the resignations.
Dr. Allen Rice, who was the junior faculty sponsor, assumed the role of senior sponsor held by Garrison. Dr. Tim Morales, a new CO's English Society elected a faculty member at UCO, took the position of new slate of officers Friday night junior sponsor. in what they hope will be a fresh "It's a really good opportunity for me as a start for the club. new faculty member to meet the students," Months of tension between the former Morales said. club secretary and president culminated in Morales said he would like to see the the resignation of both English Society gain officers in October. higher visibility with the Within weeks, the students by taking a more remaining officers and active role in the club. faculty sponsors "I'd like to see the determined the entire faculty role become less Fresh blood would have been good. But I organization needed to important, with more be revamped and understand we needed at least one person who control going to the revitalized, so the two understood how the group works. undergraduate students," remaining officers he said. resigned to allow a Anderson said she is new election. —Delaney Anderson glad to see Morales in the All four previous role of sponsor, but wishes English Society member there were new people in officers of the group were graduate both sponsor roles. "I think we should have made the new students. The society decided they should be "Fresh blood would have been good," she headed by undergraduates, as graduate people feel welcome and then get a broader said. "But I understand we needed at least English students already have an exclusive base of candidates," she said. "Some of the one person who understood how the group people who came were there for the first works." organization to themselves. Nominations were taken for new officers time and didn't know anyone, so they voted Because some members felt at the Nov. 14 meeting. Only one person was for whoever was given to them." uncomfortable meeting in the home of Rice, Two other major changes for the group the group met in the Liberal Arts Reception nominated for each position, and all were voted into office unanimously. The new included a new faculty sponsor and a new Room Friday. officers are: Marcy Wells, president; Pat location for meetings. Plans are being made to meet regularly at Dr. Stephen Garrison, English department McKinstry, vice president; Susan Davis, another location in the future, probably an chairman, is no longer a sponsor of the club. Oklahoma City bookstore. secretary; Roy Tucker, treasurer. Staff Writer
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Robert Terrell By Phillip Roder Staff Writer
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CO's chapter of the American Association of University Professors (AAUP), held its Fall Forum on Nov. 11. Dr. Robert Terrell, associate professor of accounting, was presented with the Distinguished Teaching Award. Terrell has been teaching at UCO for 12 years, and has been associated with UCO for 23 years, and was promoted to professor last year. Terrell _was presented with a plaque, which will remain in his office for the next year, and a plaque which he will retain permanently. Terrell said "The challenge for me as a teacher is to inspire my students. If I am successful in inspiring my students, then it is possible for me to impart information which will provide them with the seeds that will continue to grow into the fruit of an educated mind." Dr. Valerie Knotts, associate professor of human environmental sciences, was also awarded plaques for the Distinguished Service Award. OD
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Open house to showcase latest in technology By Jim Hulsey
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he latest in business computer software will be showcased at a business technology open house at 1 p.m., Nov. 21 at the Oklahoma City Business Information Center (BIC) in downtown Oklahoma City. The open house will feature the newest business planning software available to small business owners, said Susan Urbach, director of UCO's Small Business Development Center. "Business owners can use the software packages to establish filing systems, mailings and customer lists, web pages, publicity planning and safety programs," said Urbach. The technology update will
help business owners write business plans, scan the Internet and handle virtually every business concern they might have, said Urbach. The open house starts at the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce at 123 Park Ave., then moves to the Oklahoma City Business Information Center at 115 Park Ave., said Urbach. The Small Business Administration (SBA) recently donated IBM and Macintosh computers to the BIC. The showcase is open to interested metro-area small business owners. It is sponsored by the UCO Small Business Development Center, the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce and the SBA.
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Greek membership a plus study says ,
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eing in a sorority or fraternity may help students feel more satisfied with their college experience, but it will not necessarily help them get a better job. A recent study conducted by the Center for Social Research at the University of MissouriColumbia answered questions many have about the benefits of being Greek. The basic question asked was: what impact does Greek affiliation have on involvement in campus organizations during students college years? The study showed that Greeks were more involved in campus activities than the nonGreeks. "Greeks are major promoters of homecoming, continuously involved in leadership positions, and on committees that support and promote the university,"
said Dr. Dudley Ryan, vice president of student services at UCO. The study also showed that community involvement carries on after graduation. In many categories there were no significant differences between Greeks and non-Greeks. Starting salaries and post graduate studies varied from person to person, although the men in both groups started with higher salaries than the women. A different aspect of the study showed Greeks were more likely to have relatives attend the same college. "I believe being Greek benefits the college experience by adding a foundation, identifying with a group, and encouraging involvement on campus," said Dr. Deanna Land, dean of students. "Being Greek instills confidence and creativity to pursue leadership positions,"
said Stacey McNeiland, director of prospective student services for UCO. For her, being Greek taught acceptance of others and created bonds of sisterhood for a lifetime, she said. For overall value of the college experience, the study stated "there were no statistically significant differences...but the Greek affiliated alumni were significantly more satisfied with their college experience than the non-Greek." The research was directed by Dr. Esther Thorson, and was funded by the Alpha Sigma Phi Educational Foundation, and contributions from member groups of the National Panhellenic Conference and the National Interfraternity Conference. —Angela Hicks
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Violinist shares views on his country, life in United States By Yulia Mineeva Student Writer
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4 4 hat distinguishes Americans from Russians is privacy," said Alexei Bruni, concertmaster of the Moscow Conservatory of the Russian National Orchestra. In America, he says, nobody interferes into other's lives. Relations are friendly but very often superficial because in the United States there are less problems, he said. Real friendship can only be established where there are difficulties, he said. "Extreme circumstances make people real friends." Bruni joined the University of Central Oklahoma Symphony in performance Nov. 18 at Edmond Memorial High School. The program included performances of Grieg's Peer Gynt Suite No. 1 and Bruch's Violin Concerto in G Minor. Winner of both the Paganini and Thibaud competitions, Bruni has
performed in more than 40 countries. He has been designated an "Honored Artist of Russia" by the Russian government, which entitles him to the use of a treasured Amati violin dating 1632. Bruni is also a co-founder and second conductor of the Russian N ational Alexei O rchestra. Arguably Russia's finest symphony orchestra, directed by virtuoso pianist, Michail Pletnev, it is the first Russian orchestra organized independent of the Soviet government. The orchestra performed at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta. Bruni began his violin studies at the age of six. He graduated from the
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Moscow Conservatory, earning a postgraduate degree. The life in Moscow changed enormously in comparison with five years ago, Bruni said. There are many good changes but bad ones too. There are many poor people and there are rich people who accumulated their wealth
dishonestly, he said. "The good changes are that we began to breath freely. We can think, say and do whatever we consider appropriate," Bruni said. The natural historical process was postponed for 70 years and the development of capitalism was delayed, he said.
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"The life in the United States is organized here comfortably," said Bruni. "But there is nothing to do here without a car." Although this is his sixth time in the United States, he still cannot realize his dream to see the Grand Canyon and Niagara Falls. And he doesn't like big cities in the United States, he said. Leonid Ogrinchuk, who played the piano to accompany Bruni, teaches piano at the famed Gneissen College and has been the pianist for the Russian National Symphony since its inception. He made other observations about Russia. The government doesn't support culture, but there is an elite class consisting of a few persons who perform abroad, he said. Pianists are especially in a catastrophic position now. Their level of piano academic preparation is very high, but the majority of them have to give up their profession and find a new occupation. "It is a tragedy," Ogrinchuk said.
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UCO's Bloodhounds to hold drive
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elp yourself and local hospitalized patients by participating in the UCO Bloodhounds second blood drive from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Nov. 21, in front of the bookstore at the University Center. In addition to receiving a gift from the Oklahoma Blood Institute, donors receive a free blood pressure check, a temperature and pulse rate check, and an iron and cholesterol check. Ronald Gilcher, M.D., president of the Oklahoma Blood Institute, said the institute appreciates the willingness of the UCO students and staff who help patients in need by donating. "We encourage everyone to continue this great support during the holidays and throughout the academic year," said. At the Bloodhound's last drive in September, 193 blood donations were collected. The OBI requires all donors be at least 17 years of age and weigh at least 105 pounds. 00
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tudents in Free Enterprise (SIFE) will be sponsoring an e-mail contest through Monday, Dec. 1, 1997. The topic of the contest is: "What new activities or classes would you like to see brought to our campus" and "what can be done to promote student involvement in current and future activities or classes?" The first place winner will receive a $25 gift certificate to Wal-Mart, and five runners-up will receive a $5 coupon toward purchases at Radio Shack. All entries will be judged by a panel of faculty members. Winners will be announced Dec. 5. E-mail entries to Sllib@broncho.ucok.edu . For more information call Dr. Billye Hansen at 3412980, Ext. 2483.
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November 20, 1997
Oklahoma's 45th Museum's silent sentries guard memories of lost heroes By Darrell J. Weidner Staff Writer
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hen you enter the main gallery of the 45th Infantry Division Museum it feels like the eyes of others are watching, but there isn't anyone near. Then they catch your eye. Silent sentries stand guard over the 22,000 square feet of exhibits that represent the military heritage of Oklahoma. A soldier dressed in a dark blue coat stands at his post with a six-barrel Gatling gun ready to defend the military traditions of Oklahoma. It takes a few seconds to realize that you are being watched by some of the exhibits. "We hope to cure the ignorance of people by showing them what has been left out of the history books," said the museum's curator, Michael Gonzales. The museum, located at 2145 N.E. 36th St. in Oklahoma City, is the only state operated one of its type in Oklahoma. It opened in August, 1976, with the mission of collecting and exhibiting the icons of this state's military heritage—a heritage that goes back to 1541, when the Conquistador Coronado explored this area,
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An M-54 "Duster" 40 mm Multiple Gun Motor Carriage is displayed on the grounds of the 45th Infantry Division Museum located at 2145 N.E. 36th St. in Oklahoma City. The "Duster" was used as a self-propelled anti-aircraft gun in the 1950s and 1960s. (Staff photo by Darrell Weidner)
said Gonzales with pride. "Unfortunately, according to the Adjutant General of Oklahoma we remain one of the best kept secrets in the state." The 45th Infantry Division Museum is one of the best military museums in the country, said the chief military historian for the U.S. Army, General William Stofft, at a 1989 museum conference.
Outside of the natural rock building sits the thundering "gods of the battlefield" that in days of old announced the arrival of the Thunderbird. A line of big guns are set in battery, most in firing order, ready to throw a defiant storm of death at an invisible enemy. "When General-Field Marshal Albert Kesselring, commander of the German forces in Italy,
was captured at the end of the war, he made a request to see the fully automatic, magazine-fed field guns that the 45th Division used," said Gonzales. "When he was told that there were no such guns in the American inventory, he was astounded that the 45th's gunners were that good," said Gonzales, smiling. Down range of the guns,
sprawled out over twelve acres of grass and concrete sidewalks, Thunderbird Park shows visitors a vast exhibition of military might in the form of the more than sixty tanks, trucks, artillery and aircraft that have served throughout the 20th Century. "Not only do we show the 45th's heritage out there, we want to get every type of fighter aircraft that has flown with our Air National Guard units," said Gonzales while looking out his window toward the aircraft supported by poles just off the ground. Throughout the building, a red diamond with a yellow bird in the center reminds visitors of the lineage of the 45th. The four sides of the diamond represent the National Guard units of Oklahoma, Colorado, New Mexico and Arizona. The units were brought together in 1923 to form the Division. The bird, an Indian symbol that represents luck, gave its name to the division. They are called the Thunderbirds. "During the war, the Germans had no idea what the bird in the patch meant," said Gonzales laughingly. "They called the 45th the Falcon Division." Before 1933, the Division's patch was the red diamond with, what is now called, a swastika set squarely in the center.
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Continued from Page 8 The change occurred because people were askir37 the Guardsmen if they were fascist when they went to drill, said Gonzales. Behind glass in the main gallery are weapons that date back to the nation's earliest conflicts; but one stands alone. The British-made Vv'hitwort:1 rifle—a long black tube topped with a bronze scope attachei to a barn-door-gray wooden stock waits to be picked up by someone wearing gray, who has the steady eye of a sniper. "We get some of our exhibits given to us from the public," said Gonzales with pride. "For example, one day this family walked into the museum carrying an old rifle. It was a Whitworth sniper rifle from the Civil War. It is one of only three left in the world, and it was never surrendered at the end of the war. The family of the soldier it was issued to donated it to us." The door to the right of the main gallery leads to a sinister sight. Photographs of starved men and women line the walls. The picture of a man's face covers the wall on the right of the door. The man's skin is drawn up around the openings of his eyes and mouth, taking on the shape of his skull. A television shows an interview with a soldier talking about the terrible experience he suffered when the 45th liberated the death camp at Dachau. His description of the starved inmates added to the chill in the air. "We have many exhibits showing Nazi Germany. Some of them were Hitler's own property," said Gonzales In the Bill Mauldin Room, a sergeant points a .45-caliber Colt M-1911 pistol at his broken down jeep. Holding his hand over his eyes and with his back turned to the old wreck, he prepares to put it out of its misery like he would a favorite horse that went lame. This is just one of the more than 200 images drawn by World War II cartoonist Bill Mauldin that brings the silent sentries to life.
By Penny Hubbard Student Writer
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New seat belt law may be Keating's undoing By Steven E. Wedel Staff Writer
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hen Gov. Frank Keating was at UCO last week for the Oklahoma Summit, I was lucky enough to get a private interview with him. I asked the governor how he, as a conservative Republican, could justify putting his signature on a big government bill like House Bill 1443, which became the new seat belt law on Nov. 1. The law requires motorists to wear a seat belt and gives law enforcement agencies the right to stop a vehicle if they even suspect that someone in the car is not wearing a seat belt. The fine for not wearing a seat belt can be as much as $25. HB 1443 has an interesting history. The bill was written and introduced by two Democrats. Surprisingly, it sailed through the state House of Representatives and was in the Senate before mos, Oklahomans even knew it existed.. swell of opposition started among the people of the state, but it was too late. The Senate passed the bill and sent it on to the governor. By this time, many people were fig rting mad that such a bill could have gone through the state leg slature so quietly and with so little opposition. The public outrage scared a few of HB 1443's supporters, and they backed off; but they had already voted to pass the bill, so their new-found civic responsibility was useless. In our interview, Keating justified signing the bill into law by sayirk; that it passed through the legislature with enough votes to override his veto, had he decided to reject the bill. What bothers me is that he went al mg with a crowd of legislato: s led by two Democrats who did not bother to find out whi t their constituents thought of t re bill. I say Gov. Keating should hav - ref, ised to sign the bill and mat :.e th rse legislators take all the bla ne for stealing this pen Jnal choice from the people. Very likely Keating is right, and the bill would have passed
into law without his signature. But he would have taken a stand for personal freedom, and that would have been remembered come election time. When people go to the polls next year they're going to remember that Gov. Frank Keating chose to reach out with the big hand of government and snatch their right to decide whether or not to will wear a seat belt in their own vehicles. Since Keating was the highest official to pass the bill, and the last chance to stop it, he is the one who is going to be remembered as the thief. Last Thursday, KTOK radio talk show host Mike McCaiville surveyed his call-in audience about their feelings on HB 1443. Of the people who called in, 62 percent said they were less likely to vote for Keating because he had signed HB 1443 into law. Most of McCarville's listeners are conservative Republicans who generally support Keating. The governor told me HB 1443 will save us money by holding insurance rates down.
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I spoke with the state insurance commission, and they said the passage of HB 1443 will not lower rates, but that it might keep rates from rising. I contend that insurance rates will continue to rise as the cost of automobiles and health care continue to rise and that HB 1443 will never have any effect on insurance rates. Keating claimed this law is not an expansion of government power because we already had a seat belt law. Considering that most of the people who oppose the new law also oppose the old law, and for the same reasons, this claim is preposterous. Any law that takes away a citizen's choice to determine their own actions, when the result of those actions will not harm anyone else, is a violation of our freedom. Keating promised that if the new seat belt law is abused by law enforcement agencies and used as a tool to raise revenue, the law would be "revisited." I don't find that to be particularly reassuring, considering all the
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Psychology professor realizes dream with Guthrie art studio matter how long it takes." That's real-world advice from psychology professor Dr. 4 ou're not going Sheldon Russell, who found his to get out of life dream in Guthrie, Okla. and alive, so you recently moved there, with his should go after your dreams, no wife Nancy, to live in it. Russell's dream was shaped in the form of a 100-yearold building, which the couple recently purchased and renovated into a new art studio, The Double Starr Studio and Gallery. "We are very excited to have the building. We watched it for many KETICEFAIEEKLI,t1 years, so when it became available we bought it and restored it," said Sheldon. "It's taken us two years to get it the way we want it, but (the wait) was worth it." Located at 322 W. Oklahoma Ave., the The Double Starr Studio located in Double Starr rests near Guthrie, Okla. (Photo provided) the town's old railroad
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depot and is the fourth art studio to grace Guthrie's downtown district. It's 3,000 square feet, has an elegant balcony and original century old windows with frames of zinc. It is also an elaborate backdrop for Nancy's artistry, with an interior decorated by three open-faced arches and walled with a combination of colorful rubble stone and lime held together by horsehair. There, visitors can watch Nancy design and display lavish hand-formed sculptures made from large logs. She also sculpts contemporary individual busts, birds and figures of old-fashioned pioneers, sailors and others. "It's great to have my own studio. It's so much better than working out in the garage," Nancy said. The Double Starr also serves as a relaxing work area for Sheldon's writing, he said. He's a published author, and is working on a new book. "The history of the town is
very inspiring. I look out my window and (envision) all the things that have happened there," said Sheldon. "Doing my work at the (Double Starr) has really cut down on the distraction. It's easier for me." Getting permission to purchase the building from Guthrie's Arts Council and renovate it was not easy for the couple, though. It took a dozen years of litigation and several thousand dollars. They did all renovations themselves. "I could have waited Nancy Russell sculpts an elaborate 12 more years. We're figure from a log. (Photo provided) here now and there's a real sense purchase and renovations by of satisfaction," said Sheldon. selling their house in Edmond, The Russells said they enjoy Sheldon said. the Double Starr so much they "This is home now," he recently renovated the building's added. "Guthrie has unique upper level—turning it into a characters in it, and it's a great stylish two-bedroom apartment. place to live. I love it." They financed the building's
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ive Central Oklahoma studentathletes earned academic honors Monday, led by the selection of four volleyball players to the Academic All-Lone Star Conference Team. Named to the LSC academic squad were senior middle blocker Kate O'Neill, junior right-side hitter Summer Williams, junior setter Arwin Schneider and sophomore outside hitter
senior quarterback Sean Morgan, who was selected to the GTE Academic AllDistrict VI Football Team. Morgan, who passed for 1,337 yards in leading UCO to a 9-2 season, has a 3.97 grade point average in business administration and now goes on the ballot for Academic Williams O'Neill Schneider Clark All-America communications and was Clark has a 3.42 in criminal consideration. ..1!D UCO's Sean Morgan was also honored named to the league's justice. Saturday as the Burger King Scholor Athlete Also honored Monday was academic team for the second UCO sports information of the week. (Staff photo by Bryan Terry)
Jamie Clark. O'Neill, also a first-team All-LSC pick, has a 3.37 grade point average in
straight year, Williams has a 3.56 GPA in marketing, Schneider has a 3.39 GPA in recreation management and
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Men's basketball team to open home, LSC, season tonight record after winning two of three at the Disney Tip-Off Classic last weekend in Orlando, Fla. Sports Editor The Bronchos, ranked No. 13 in NCAA Division II, he Central Oklahoma men's basketball team wins came over Clark-Atlanta, 103-76, and Southern will tip-off the 1997-98 Lone Star Conference Connecticut, 131-112. UCO's loss came at the hands of season tonight at 8 p.m., against Texas A&M- No. 3 ranked Southern Indiana, 102-100. After three games UCO's leading scorer is Joe Kingsville at Hamilton Field House. UCO will put a 20-game home winning streak on the Newton. The 6-0 senior guard is averaging 24.0 points line when they face Texas A&M-Kingsville tonight and and 7.7 assists. Newton was named the LSC North Division Player of the Week for his efforts over the Texas A&M Commerce Saturday. Central Oklahoma comes into the game with a 2-1 weekend. By Chad Wiliming
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Women's basketball team 2-0; opens home season tonight against Texas A&M-Kingsville By Darrell J. Weidner
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he Central Oklahoma women's basketball team will open the home season tonight against Texas A&M-Kingsville in Hamilton Field House. TAMUK comes into tonight's game with a record of 1-0, after defeating East Central 83-80, Saturday. The Bronchos enter into tonight's game with a record of
2-0, after they won both games at the Pioneer Classic in Denton, Texas over the weekend. "I thought our girls played well this weekend," said Head Coach John Keely. "We did have a few panic attacks, but we over came them and won both games." "The Kingsville game is going to be a tough game," said Keely. On Saturday the Bronchos face Texas A&M-Commerce in Hamilton Field House.
The Lady Lions enter the game with a record of 0-2, after losing both games of their opening games. The Lady Lions and the Bronchos are tied at 11-11 in the series. "Commerce is going to be tough too," said Keely. "We have been working on our problems that we had this weekend, and fortunately both games are at home," said Keely. The Bronchos play tonight at 6 p.m. in Hamilton Field House.
Flag Football championships to be held Friday By Darrell J. Weidner
The men's championship game will be between the Acacias and ATO at 7:30 p. m. Sports Writer The women's matchup has not been decided he Central Oklahoma Intramural office yet, but the two finalist will open the night at 6:30 will host the first annual Flag Football p. m. Frenzy at 6:30 this Friday at Wantland The contest will include several field goal Stadium. contests held throughout the evening. Winners will The event will include both championship receive T-shirts. games of the flag football tournament and other Some Central Oklahoma students will also contests. announce the games. op
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nyone who thinks only guitar bands can "rock" hasn't heard Ben Folds Five. Ben Folds Five is a trio from Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Their newest disc, Whatever and Ever Amen, was released last winter to much critical acclaim, but due to limited radio play, most people around here probably haven't heard it. The band consists of Robert Sledge on bass, Darren Jessee on drums, and Ben Folds on lead vocals and piano. That's right, piano. No guitar in this band, folks. And yet, Ben Folds Five has a more passionate, energetic sound than most of the stuff you'd hear on rock radio. Folds is a big contributor to this intensity. His playing alternates between jazzy tinkling and devilish pounding, often within the same song. When you add his butterscotch voice and thoughtful lyrics, he comes off as a cross between Billy Joel and Jerry Lee Lewis. However, the greatest strength of Whatever and Ever Amen lies in its songwriting. Throughout the CD, the
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200 Solemn Faces," is a shameless song of elated revenge. Over churning piano and some rocksolid bass and drum work, Folds sings of his nerdy school days when he was "only 47 inches high" and his classmates found joy in picking on him. In the chorus, he gleefully croons, "Now I'm big and important / One angry dwarf / and 200 solemn faces are you / If you really want to see me, check the papers and the T.V. / Look who's telling who what to do!" Another kiss-off, "Song for the Dumped" is a raucous and mischievously fun slam on an ex-girlfriend. Jessee
pounds the drums hard enough to make Dave Grohl proud and Folds assaults the piano like he's trying to pulverize its keys. The lyrics, a combination of insults and hilariously juvenile demands, seem almost to make fun of post-breakup tantrums. On "Brick," one of the CD's slower songs, Folds builds a delicate melody while Jessee taps out just enough percussion to give the song momentum. Folds' understated lyrics sketch a detailed portrait of a man whose girlfriend is dying. Whatever and Ever Amen is an impressive major-label debut from Ben Folds Five. The intelligence, wit and passion showcased on this CD show that they're a band with much potential. With modern-rock radio dominated by third-generation Nirvana rip-offs and electronic music, it's refreshing to hear something as inspired as Ben Folds Five's brand of piano-based rock.
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TIARAS Honors Society will hold a bake sale from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Nov. 24-25 in the Liberal Arts Building. Cookies, The First American Student Association will have a Fall brownies, trail mix, beer bread and more will be for sale. For Benefit Pow-wow at 7:30 p.m. in the University Center, more information, call Holly Aston at 844-0538. Room 318. For more information, call Carla or Lisa at 8447648. International Student Council will hold their end-ofsemester meeting at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 24 in the University The UCO Music Department presents Humperdinck's Center, Room 318. The meeting will include a dinner party Students in Free Enterprise will meet to discuss their opera, Hansel and Gretel, at 8 p.m. tonight in the Mitchell followed by the election of officers. For more information, current projects at 1 p.m. today in the Business Building, Hall Theatre. Tickets are $8 for adults, $3 for senior citizens call Abu Saleh at 330-6045. Room 115. For more information, call Dr. Billye Hansen at and $2 for non-UCO students. UCO staff and students are 341-2980, Ext. 2483. admited free with a valid UCO I.D. For information, call The Black Student Association will hold a general meeting 341-2980, Ext. 3375. at 2 p.m. Nov. 26 in the University Center, Room 314. For G.A.T.E. will co-sponsor an AIDS benefit charity concert more information, call Sean Eddens at 341-2980, Ext. 4056. from 5 p.m. - 11 p.m. today in the University Center Grand A BRIEF LOOK AHEAD Ballroom. Local musicians will play at the concert, and all News items for publication in Around Campus must be submitted at proceeds will go to the Winds House. Pre-Law Society will host "Law Expo '97" from 9 a.m. - 4 least one week in advance. Forms are available in The Vista office, p.m. Nov. 22 on the first floor of the Liberal Arts Building. Room 107 of the Communications Building, and should be typed or Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) will Law schools from around the nation will be present to printed. Information will not be accepted over the telephone. meet at 6 p.m. today in Room 211 of the Communications provide information to undergraduate students. For more Items may run for two weeks prior to the event depending on Building for a presentation from George Johnson, PR director information, call Dan Lestina at 348-7447. space. The Bronze Book will take pictures for seniors graduating in Fall '97 and Spring '98 today from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m; Nov. 21 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. in Room 108 of the Communications Building. On Nov. 24, pictures will be taken from 5:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. in the University Center Heritage Room. For more information, call Farzana Razak at 341-2980, Ext. 5303.
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hours. $5.15/hr plus tips. Call Central Parking System at 232-3996.
looking for someone to drive them to and from work and to run a few errands each week. The transportation and proof of insurance. Please call 844-1742.
where to look? Student Financial Services profiles over 200,000+ individual awards (private/public). For the cost of a text book, tap into resources you never knew existed.
A FEMALE STUDENT will clean houses, babysit and do other chores. Call 521-1592 and leave a message for Tony.
Call 1-800-922-9091 ext F58061.
EMPLOYMENT
EARN COLLEGE credit and have fun!! Clear
KICKINGBIRD CINEMA needs
Danforth.
Draper Funeral Home, 848-3744, 6006 NW
Please contact Keri O'Brien or Chris
individuals in telemarketing. We offer:
Grand Blvd.
Thompson at 528-5543 for more info.
• Flexible Scheduling
S & D SERVICES 396-8908 Formerly of Triple S Services. Student papers,
PART TIME help, $6/hr, Hahn-Cook/Street &
• AM/PM Shifts
KAPLAN TEST PREP is seeking a part time
• Paid Training
employee for Mon, Tue, Thurs evenings &
Please call 843-0735
weekends starting January. Must train now!
DialAmerica Marketing
Customer service & computer skills
WOULD YOU like to start your own business?
NATIONAL MKT Co expanding in area.
wait staff. Top pay. Floor manager part and
APPLICATION DEVELOPER
Rapidly growing, local consulting firm in
OKC.
search of experienced developer in
RESUME
$1500 WEEKLY potential mailing our
and/or Oracle. Must be a quick learner and
RESUME
circulars. No Experience Required. Free
used to meeting deadlines. Degree(s) in a
information packet. Call 410-347-1475.
computer related field a must. Competitive
PowerPoint presentations, and letters. Call Janet Helton, (405)359-0168. ENGLISH TUTORING FOR INTERNATIONALS Attentive and experienced English tutor will help you with conversation and listening skills,
salary, 401(k) plan and benefits package WANTED: CAREGIVER to live-in weekends
available. Call Amy in human resources.
and nights to assist disabled lady with light
(800)378-0836, ext 315.
1990 OLDS CALAIS, white, 4-dr, AC, am/fm stereo, good condition, $3200., 359-7437. 1995 NISSAN ALTIMA-Immaculate. Power windows/doors, CD player, AM/FM cassette, sunroof; alloy wheels, leather interior, extended warranty, 31K miles. $14,800, 3306136 or 557-9518.
ROOMMATES FEMALE ROOMMATE needed to share
STUDENTS RECEIVE 1 MONTH FREE RENT On newly remodeled one bedroom, priced from $230-$265. Other discounts may also apply. Call 842-1519 or come see us at NW 88th & Western.
bath. Pool, tennis, cable, W/D, all bills paid, $325/mo, 330-0631. NEED ROOMMATE to share 4 bedroom, 2 bath, 2000 sq ft home. Fireplace, use of all major appliances, 844-0959.
TRAVEL 14 SPRING BREAK SHOPPING DAYS LEFT! NOW IS THE TIME TO GUARANTEE THE
ROOM FOR FEMALES, private room & bath, near UCO Library. Share living, kitchen. Clean, bills paid, $250/mo, 478-2767.
LOWEST RATES AND BEST HOTELS. PRICES WILL INCREASE DEC 15! LEISURE TOURS
HAS PACKAGES TO SOUTH
PADRE, CANCUN, JAMAICA AND FLORIDA.
FREE RENT UNTIL 1998 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments Total move-in cost is $25 Call for details Colonade Apts, 848-2681
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lifting and housekeeping. Room, board &
Call
THE ESPRESSO BUZZ
meals plus salary, 282-8774, ask for Debi.
Part time help needed 10am-3pm M-F, STUDENTS!!! Office work, part time Barrista experience helpful, but not required. evenings, no experience, $8/hr plus bonus, Apply in person after 2pm at 120 N Robinson,
340-7848
Sunday-Thursday 4-8pm, 524-7106. Easy First National Ctr, 232-1109. access to UCO. FAX 524-2972. FIRST CHRISTIAN Church Childcare Center, NEED SPECIAL ED or speech pathology
2nd & Blvd, is now hiring part time teaching
major to work in home- teaching program for
assistants. Great experience for child
term papers. Call for rates and times. FRANK,
10-yr-old boy with autism. Must be available
development and education majors. EOE,
330-0169.
weekends, 359-1696.
341-2626.
grammar and composition, and research for
1 & 2 BEDROOM APTS, Duplexes & Townhomes, Kennedy Place Apts, 1010 N Kennedy, Edmond (Near UCO), 341-7911. Now accepting housing vouchers. Welcome Students ,
needed.
Powerbuilder 5.x, Access 97, Visual Basic
winning resume! Call Kathy at 330-1941.
new (5) batteries, carrying case & battery charger. $1400 value for $475.00. Leave
luxury condo, 5 min to UCO. Master bed and
part time. Serious inquiries only, 844-3463.
full time. Will train. Apply at 7628 N May,
Service will type your reports, resumes,
FOR RENT
THE STEAK JOINT is now hiring hostess,
Sindy.
OFFICE ASSISTANT Secretarial and Clerical
Make 1000% profit! Sell 70 popular moneymaking reports. Free details. Send name and address to: Simon Publications, P 0 Box 1055, Edmond, OK 73083 or e-mail simon@icon.net
trainable individuals for key positions. Full &
APA & MLA formats, reasonable rates, ask for
Let a professional write and typeset your
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY
Would you like to be in business for yourself but not by yourself? NIKKEN is the answer! Looking for motivated, goal-orientated,
RESUME
MUST SELL-RCA full size camcorder with all
message at 478-5160. GINGISS FORMALWEAR now hiring evenings & weekends. Great for college students. Apply in person M-F 10am-5pm at Quail Springs Mall.
necessary. Call 848-3922.
Call 670-5642 for more info.
$300. Call 330-4071.
GROUP DISCOUNTS FOR 6 OR MORE!
EXCELLENT $$$
reasonable rates & professional results.
Meg RAM, keyboard, mouse, DOS 6.20, Windows 3.1 and 3.5 floppy drive. FOR SALE
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We have immediate openings for articulate
Help is 2 blocks from UCO. Call 348-5673 for
CPU, Panasonic VGA monitor, 60 Meg HD, 4
Please apply in person M-Th 4-10pm, 1225 E
Channel Radio is now accepting applications
TYPING OR EDITING
IBM PS 2 computer, model 55SX 386SX-16
season. Weekends and holidays A MUST.
EXCELLENT$$$EXCELLENT$$$
Needed on resumes, reports or term papers?
ACE HARDWARE is looking for self motivated individual for part time computer support in fast-paced office. Please call Shirley at 282-2215.
concessionists and ushers for the holiday
for non-paid internships for college credit.
SERVICES
DRIVERS WANTED Must know streets of Edmond. Must be intelligent and clean-cut. Restaurant experience helpful. Contact Ted, Dine Out In, 341-3463.
seeking one full time and up to three part time
PHONE: 405-341-2125 *9 LEVELS Intensive Training
NEW P75 mini-tower computer, 1.0 GIG HD,
Second semester freshman or sophomore
FREE ANONYMOUS AIDS testing & counseling, every Monday 7:30-9pm. No appt necessary. Wesley Foundation, 311 E Hurd, 341-5450. For testing info call 495-2732.
DENTAL PLAN $9 per month single; $15 family. No deductibles, no claim forms. Includes Vision and RX plan. Affordable health plans also. Call Michelle at 340-4998.
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