The Vista April 21, 1998 by The Vista

University of Central Oklahoma

TUESDAY April 21, 1998

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Controversial cartoon blamed for Vista theft By Mark A. Schneberger Staffillfriler f you had difficulty finding a copy of the UCO student newspaper, The Vista, last Thursday and Friday you likely weren't looking in the right place. Instead, readers could have found large stacks of the newspaper in garbage cans across campus— likely tossed away by a group of angry students who were protesting the March 16 issue, according to The Vista editors and campus police. No person or persons have yet been named as suspects in the incident, which is being investigated as vandalism by campus police. "We have police investigating the (matter) right now," said Christopher Wooldridge, UCO Department of Public Safety captain. "We are trying hard to find the person responsible." Campus police say those involved in the incident, if found, will likely not be fined. But if they are students, they could face heavy sanctions, up to expulsion from UCO, said Dr. Deanna Land, dean of students. She said tossing away bundles of the student-run paper would probably be considered destruction of property. "This could be a very serious (offense)," she said. The Thursday edition of the newspaper was first reported missing from racks in most campus

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buildings at roughly 11 a.m. Thursday by students who said they regularly read The Vista. Students again reported the papers missing on Friday morning. The edition contained an article regarding an Alpha Tau Omega (ATO) fraternity stunt gone awry, an editorial about underage drinking and an editorial cartoon entitled "Brotherhood" which featured fraternity members drinking in a car which had apparently run over a pedestrian. The cartoon was considered controversial by many students who claimed to be sorority and fraternity members and supporters of the Greek system—including some who said they represented ATO. The Vista editors said they heard from dozens of students who felt the cartoon was drawn to insult members of the ATO fraternity. Neither ATO President Shane Ingram nor President-elect Jeff Mezeire could be reached for comment about the vandalism incidents. ATO and other fraternity organizations have not been directly linked to the vandalism. No newspapers were found in the dumpsters outside the ATO fraternity house. Large stacks of newspapers, however, were found in garbage cans inside and outside the Liberal Arts Building, University Center, UCO Library, Human

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ost students go to college to learn skills that will be beneficial to them in the work force. What they want isn't always they get. Every student has probably had at least one class during their college years that was a complete waste of time and money. On the first day of class you show up maybe a little excited to learn what you think the professor will be teaching you. Then a few weeks into the semester you find out you've wasted your $160. The professor may test you on subjects they don't even discuss in class. Or, the class may not match its description in the course catalog. Why are these classes still being taught on campus? Either students don't care enough to fill out a class evaluation or administration doesn't take the time to read them. If class evaluations are taken more seriously, students won't waste their money on idiotic classes that don't teach them squat. A bit of advice: when you're < planning your future, buyer beware.

Writer Ryan Dannar Editor in Chief Colby Grieser Writer Penny Hubbard Associate Editor....Rhonda Bowden M. Editor Sandi Craig Writer Mark A. Schneberger Writer Sheri Tacker Copy Editor Steven E. Wedel Sports Editor Chad Wilhning Writer Lisa Tatum Writer Bill Whisman Curtis Cobb Photographer Bryan Terry Sports Writer Darrell Weidner Cartoonist Pujan Roka Advertising Mgr James Finley Circulation/Morgue Travis Frels Ad Sales , Michael Williams Adviser Dr. Sherri Massey

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. "POSTMASTER": Send address changes to The Vista, 100 N. University Drive, Edmond, OK 73034. LETTERS The Vista encourages letters to the editor. Letters should address issues and ideas, not personalities. Letters must be typed, double-spaced with a maximum of 150 words, include the author's printed name, major, classification and phone number. Non-students must include title and daytime phone number. Letters are subject to editing for libel, clarity and space, or to eliminate statements of questionable taste. The Vista reserves the right not to publish submitted letters and does not publish anonymous letters. Address letters to: Editor, The Vista, 100 N. University Drive, Edmond, OK 73034-5209 or deliver in person to the editor, Communications Bldg, Rm 107. This publication is printed by The Edmond Evening Sun, 123 S Broadway, Edmond, OK 73003 at a cost of $250 (8pp), $372 (12pp).

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Acacia fraternity members express `extreme disgust' over cartoon

n response to the tasteless cartoon in last Thursday's Vista we would like to express our extreme disgust in its content. Are people forgetting that one of our own UCO students, fraternity member or not, was seriously injured in this unfortunate accident. The emphasis of this story should be more on the effects of drinking and driving, which is not isolated to fraternal organizations. It is a well known fact that drinking and partying are a part of many college student's lives and the point that should be made here is that with drinking you must have responsibility and take precautions for preventing accidents like these from occurring. It seems that fraternities are stereotyped to be 100% animal houses, but if you would take time to research your topic before jumping to extreme conclusions you might understand the tremendous rewards a fraternity can offer. The Greek system as

a whole contributes more to the university than any other club or organization. Year in and year out Greek members are selected as leaders on this campus, i.e. Student Association, President's Leadership Council, Homecoming royalty, and numerous other campus organizations. The Greek houses support UCO activities and athletics regularly and promote community service through projects like the Ronald Mcdonald House, BACCHUS, and juvenile diabetes. These are just a few of the benefits made by the Greek system. In closing, the Vista should take into account all aspects of the Greek system and its stories before printing inconsiderate and distasteful articles and pictures. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Jarrett E. Jobe Acacia vice president Dalen McVay Acacia president

Kappa Sigma president angered over drawing

y name is Justin Gandy and I am president of the Inter-Fraternity Council and the Kappa Sigma fraternity. I strongly disagree with what was written in The Vista last Thursday, April 16, 1998, on fraternities, hazing and drinking. Everything written in The Vista from the cartoon to the articles to the survey on drinking was about the Greek system and its negative points. What happened with. the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity was definitely a tragedy and an unfortunate incident,

but The Vista made a mockery out of it. It was in very poor taste to draw a cartoon over a tragedy that everyone is saddened by. Family, friends, and colleagues of the two gentlemen are very saddened and disturbed about what happened and are trying to deal with the situation the best way they how. I wish The Vista could have been more supportive and have written an article asking everyone to pray for these two gentlemen and their families. A good V See LETTERS, Page 4

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student is facing charges that could affect the rest of his life, and another student is in the hospital with a shattered pelvis and internal chest problems and The Vista is laughing about it. For a lot of people, the fraternity is part of their family and a place they can turn to when they are in need. Most people are too closed minded to see that side of the fraternity and how true the brotherhood really is, but only see and talk about the negative effects on drinking. Never mind The Vista doing a story on how successful people in the Greek system are and that most of the Greeks hold most of the leadership positions on campus. I want to share an article with

Environmental Sciences Building, Art Building, Education Building and most others. They were returned to the racks by The Vista reporters. Regular student readers of The Vista said they were dismayed by the act of vandalism. Some said they thought the person or persons responsible were "immature" and should be expelled from the university. "If they had a problem with the paper they should have been smart enough to do something different to prove their point," said Jessical Lang, sophomore. "What are they, six year olds? Grow up." Other students were angered at the incident. They said they pay student activity fees to support The Vista and felt the vandalism was "a slap in the face" to all students who want to read it. "Those people deserve to get their (butts) kicked. Those aren't only their papers, they're mine too, and everybody else's," said Sam Miller, junior. "Who do they think they are?"

everyone about the Greek system. It is called the power of 2%: Since the founding of the American College Fraternity movement in 1776, fraternities have grown to symbolize leadership, independence, scholastic achievement and service to their various campuses and communities. Fraternity men represent a very small percentage, only 2% of the male population of the United States. However, that 2% is a very powerful group of individuals. - Approximately 80% of the top executives of Fortune 500 companies are fraternity men. - The majority (71%) of those listed in Who's Who in America

he above letters are only a small representation of the huge volume of letters, calls, faxes and personal visits the editors of The Vista received regarding the editorial cartoon, "Brotherhood," printed in the April 16 issue. The editors would like to offer an explanation about the decision to print the drawing. Not all cartoons are meant to be humorous. When the editorial staff of The Vista decided to print Pujan Roka's "Brotherhood" cartoon, we did so because we felt it accurately portrayed a local, isolated incident of a nation-wide problem—underage drinking and its relationship to the Greek system.

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are fraternity men. - 76% of current United States justices since 1910 have been fraternity men. - 100 out of 158 cabinet members since 1900 have been fraternity men. - All but two United States presidents since 1825 have been fraternity men. It is certainly no surprise that today's college and university students express a keen interest in the Greek system. The opportunities are endless and the benefits speak for themselves. Each year thousands of young men enter the working world with the competitive advantage of fraternity experience and alumni contacts.

So before The Vista degrades the fraternities they should do their research and give praise to fraternities and sororities, and show support for the two gentlemen who are going through probably the hardest times of their young lives. So please pray for the two men who are going through tough trouble right now and for the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity who are also grieving this situation. Think of those two men as your best friend, would you want them all over The Vista with bad publicity? —JustinGandy

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The graphic content was allowed because we believed it would serve to shock our readers into facing the serious reality that often comes with underage drinking and with driving under the influence of alcohol. By printing the editorial cartoon, we hoped to spur the organizations involved to correct their behavior and repair the unfavorable image the public often has of college fraternities and sororities. We most definitely did not print the graphic to make light of the terrible, tragic incident that occurred among our fellow UCO students.

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Students Reporter remembers Oklahoma City bombing experience By Lisa Tatum High Arts By Christine Woodard

Staff Oklahoma City will never be the same.—Penny Owen, April 19, 1995.

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igh school students from all over Oklahoma were on campus to compete in the High Arts Festival held at UCO recently. High Arts is an annual high school art and design festival hosted by UCO's department of arts and design. It allows high school students in grades nine through 12 to compete and exhibit their art, said Sonya Teal, a coordinator of High Arts. Students also view demonstrations and presentations of varoius art disciplines from visiting artists and UCO faculty. This year, "32 schools with probably 15 to 20 students from each school participated," said Dr. Hummel, art professor. The High Arts Festival is a way to attract future students, he said. "It is a recruiting tool for UCO," Teal said. "There are awards given for first, second, third and hornorable mention in each art category." Each winning piece of art receives points and determines the winner in each category. There are a total of 25 art categories, which have been broken down into three divisions with approximately eight categories per division. A trophy is awarded to the school with the highest total point average. This years overall winner was Edmond North High School. Shirley Wilson, judge and artist, said this was her third year to judge the exhibits presented in High Arts. "It's a really good show. There's a lot of talent here," she said. Senior Gaby Lugo, from Union High School, entered an oil painting. She said she thinks the festival is "really cool." Union High School sophmore Linh Vo competed in the drawing contest. This was his first year to compete. "It was a lot of fun. UCO is an awsome place." Vo said he is seriously considering UCO in his future plans to attend college. <

or the past three years, April 19 has been a day of reflection for Oklahomans. Some may have come to dread the anniversary of that tragic day in 1995 when 168 lives were lost in the bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Building in Oklahoma City—the memories are painful. For others, the day is an opportunity to pay tribute to the thousands who came together in the rescue and recovery efforts that engrossed a nation in shock. But for one UCO alumna, this April 19 marks a new beginning. Penny Owen, of The Daily Oklahoman, was one of the first reporters on the scene of the bombing. And for the next three years she lived and breathed every event that followed what the paper dubbed the "Morning of Tenor." Owen, who graduated from UCO in 1993, recounted her coverage of the bombing for journalism students Friday. Owen reported on the bombing from 30 minutes after

Penny Owen reporter for The Daily Oklahoman —

afP the explosion through the trials and sentencing of Timothy McVeigh and Terry Nichols. The hundreds of stories she wrote kept Oklahomans informed and updated on everything from victims and survivors to the testimony in Denver. Though she says she feels lucky to have had the experience that has bolstered not only her career but her confidence as a writer, Owen said she is ready to move on and won't cover any additional trials if they occur. "I feel privileged to have done this," she said, "But it's time for me to move on. "They need a fresh

perspective." Owen returned to Oklahoma City recently after living in Denver for 11 months while covering the trial. She described the trials as exciting as well as emotional. "I worked with some of the top reporters in the country," she said. "It was intimidating at first." As reporters, Owen said they were expected to remain "tough," but there were moments during testimony from the victims that brought everyone in the courtroom to tears. "I looked around at times to

see some of the finest writers in the country crying with me." She characterized McVeigh as "a very normal-looking guy" who blushed, giggled and even flirted with paralegals during the trial. While McVeigh hid his carefree attitude when jurors were in the courtroom, she said Nichols was surprisingly emotional. Asked if she believes there were others involved in the bombing besides Nichols and McVeigh, Owen said the evidence seems to indicate there weren't. "If there is anyone else involved, I can't imagine who they are. That's not to say there couldn't have been, but I haven't seen any evidence of that." Owen said the first anniversary of the bombing was difficult for her and she is happy that people are remembering the day in a quieter manner now. "Smaller crowds downtown means people have moved on. They have other things in their lives now. "One can't help but be hopeful when you see people remarrying and having babies."

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Picnic and Volleyball organization," said Susan Mass, someone will take the initiative to For more information, contact Tournament will be held from 4 president of the Student Affiliate get this thing really rock'n and your organization or Susan Mass p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday April of the American Chemical roll'n to make this an annual at 844-8248.

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he UCO Bloodhounds will host a blood drive with the Oklahoma Blood Institute from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 22-23 in front of the bookstore in the University Center. "All blood types are needed and welcomed but we encourage people with type 0 blood to donate since it's the most common blood type," said Maggie Forsythe, an Oklahoma Blood Institute representative. When asked if there was a blood shortage at this time, Forsythe said, "No, but with summer approaching there are less people donating because people go on vacations and more accidents occur during the summer months. So, we start early in spring to keep from having shortages." The UCO Bloodhounds sponsor five drives a year. "We usually have one in the summer, at Homecoming, around November; February, and in the spring near the end of the semester," said Brandon Tipton, a member of the UCO Bloodhounds. One hundred sixteen donations were collected at their last drive. "This year we've had real good donations," said Tipton. Those considering doating blood must be at least 17-yearsold and weigh at least 105 pounds. Donors will receive a free health assessment. Free checks on blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, iron and cholesterol level will be given. For more information, call Brandon Tipton at 844-5195. <

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CO's annual Earth Day celebration is tomorrow at Broncho Lake from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. "Earth Day is the largest campus activity in the spring semester," said Dr. David Bass, Earth Day Committee chairman. The Earth Day Committee will provide prizes that various participation groups will distribute. The giveaways will include: hackey sacks, flying discs, squeeze balls, stickers, bookmarks, and tree seedlings. UCO Earth Day T-shirts will be available for $5 in sizes M, L, XL, and XXL, said Bass.

group, will be on hand to talk about recycling. "We will have a display to show the circle of recycling, how things are disposed, recycled and made into things we buy," she said. "It is important to show how to help save the earth," said Parker. Terry Dennison of Planned Parenthood said, "One of our main focuses is family planning. World population growth and environment fits very close with the purpose of Earth Day. "We will be handing out brochures and a quiz on world population that poeple can take,"

Twelve on-campus and 9 offcampus groups will line the sidewalks beside Broncho Lake. In the event of rain, the festivities will be moved to the first level atrium inside the University Center. A few UCO organizations participating are the Spanish Club, Chi Alpha, the Biology Club and the English Society, said Bass. Off-campus groups at Earth Day will include Backwoods, Department of Environmental Quality, Metro Transit and the Sierra Club. Priscilla Parker from Keep Edmond Beautiful, a recycling

he said. Planned Parenthood will also be handing out coupons for free condoms, redeemable at their clinics, and bumper stickers claiming, "Just Wear It," said Dennison. Neal Garrison, from Martin Park Nature Center, has participated in UCO Earth Day for about 4 years. "It shouldn't be restricted to one event. It should be Earth Day every day. Every day should be a concerted effort to do something for our environment," said Garrison. "We need to remember the spirit of Earth Day is environmental awareness," said Bass.

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Teachers of today and tomorrow April 27 By Mark A. Schneberger Staff

CO education majors show daily that they have what it takes to lead classes. But many, this year, have also shown that they can be top students in them. Hundreds of future teachers have made the President's and Dean's Honor Rolls in academic year 1997-98. Their achievements will be honored next week at the 14th Annual University of Central Oklahoma College of Education Awards banquet. The banquet, which will be held April 27 in the University Ballroom, will recognize the top education students, while encouraging others to follow in their footsteps. It begins at 6:30 p.m. with a reception in the Heritage Room. Dinner begins at 7 p.m. Dr. Kenneth Elsner, dean of

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the College of Education, said various awards will be presented to students who have recently demonstrated academic excellence. It will also be a time in which scholarship recipients from the department will be acknowledged. "Approximately 600 students are on honor rolls, and they will

be honored collectively," Elsner said. Students won't be the only ones feeling the spotlight for work well done. Elsner said the College of Education will also recognize hard working faculty who have been employed at UCO for five, 10, 15, 25 and 30 years, respectively. He said teachers who have served UCO for a quarter century are especially appreciated. "We believe it is important to recognize our faculty," Elsner said. "To have people who have served for 25 and 30 years is a milestone that requires acknowledgment." Banquet tickets for students and guests are available in the dean's office, Room 213 in the Education Building. Tickets cost $6 for students and children under 12. Adults pay $10.

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Students to be mock-tried for date rape By Penny Hubbard StafftWifir

ate rape is a reality across many college campuses, including UCO. That is why Campus Organization for Substance Abuse Free Environment (COSAFE) is planning to repeat its date rape mock trial presentation from 1995. Although the mock trial isn't scheduled until October, COSAFE is seeking people who have experienced acquaintance sexual assault and would like to contribute ideas to be used in preparations for the trial this summer.

All contributed information will be kept anonymous. "Each year we learn so much from the dozens of people, both male and female, who are recovering - from this experience," said Kate Leader, project coordinator. "They are the experts. Often, they want others to learn from their experience so no more lives will be damaged." she said. A mock courtroom will be set up in the University Center with actual Oklahoma County lawyers and a judge experienced with acquaintance sexual assault, said Jan Chapel, UCO coordinator for counseling services.

"College men and women, as well as any high school classes who attend, can see and feel for themselves the devastation the unwise use of alcohol and other drugs can cause in your life," said Leader. The group is also interested in actors to create this real life drama. The mock trial will feature college-age actors who will create a "real life" improvisation for the two months prior to the trial, said Leader. According to Leader, the actors will develop a "friendship" by meeting in class, the library, and attending games and parties as normal college students would do.

Then, the "relationship" would go wrong, as it sometimes does with young people away at college for the first time. "This real life acting exercise prepares the participants to respond to the lawyers in a natural, realistic way; (while) answering spontaneously rather than reciting learned lines as in a play," said Leader. "The result is amazingly real for the viewer as well as the participants," she said. To contribute information, call Jan Chapel, UCO Counseling Center at 3412980, Ext. 2581. Actors who would like to volunteer should call Kate Leader at 751-2032. <

Creative writers rewarded with cash at awards brunch April 25 By Penny Hubbard Staff

Creative Studies Writers' Institute (CSWI) is sponsoring the first annual author and awards brunch April 25 in the Cherokee Room at the UCO University Center. The winners of the 1997-1998 annual writing competition will be honored. "This is different from our normal business meetings," said Eric Bishop, president of CSWI. "Before the awards were handed out at a small ceremony."

Each table at the event will be hosted by a published author. "Each table will have a well-published author to discuss ideas with the writers," said Jean Ravenscroft. Carol Hamilton, former poet laureate, Mel Odom, and Sara Orwig will be among the authors at the brunch. Ravenscroft said that the whole idea behind the brunch is to encourage writers. "I attended a function like this in Kansas City and enjoyed it, so the idea came from that," she said "We kept the fees low so all writers

could enter the contest and come to the brunch so they could meet with published authors and exchange ideas," Ravenscroft said. Awards will be given in eight categories, such as long and short poetry, short stories, children's stories, inspirational articles and one-act plays. First place winners will receive $25, second place winners will receive $15 and third place winners will receive $10. A certificate will be given for honorable mention. Bishop said this was the first time the

contest was open to the general public. Seating for the event begins at 10 a.m. The cost for CSWI members or competition entrants is $4 and $7 for guests. For tickets, send a check or money order payable to "CSWI" to Jean Ravenscroft, P.O. Box 12512, Oklahoma City, Okla. 73157-2512. Or call 787JEAN (5326) and leave a clear message with your name, address and telephone number. For more information, call Eric Bishop at 348-2096.

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UCO group's good chemistry rewarded By Kimberly McLeod =MUMMILT

CO's Student Affiliate of the American Chemical Society (SAACS) was recently presented with a "Commendable Chapter Award" from the American Chemical Society (ACS) at the 215th Annual National Meeting at the Dallas Convention Center in Texas. The award honors the affiliate's work in the 1996-97 academic year, said Dr. Michael Ferguson, assistant professor of chemistry. "There are 820 SAACS affiliates at various universities. Only the top 150 receive awards," said Ferguson. "The award reflects that we are promoting chemistry as a science and as a profession." "We were really busy with projects during National Chemistry Week," said Susan Mass, president of UCO's

affiliation of SAACS. "We do something every day, the faculty even dresses up like elements and students have to guess who they are. For example, one wore a necklace with Hot Wheels and hamburger buns. Who was she? Carbon!" Members have also participated in paper recycling, collected canned foods for the Hope Center, outreach presentations at local schools, and chemistry shows, said Mass. "Last year we won `Outstanding Chapter', said Shawn McCleskey, vice president of SAACS. "Without faculty involvement our club could not be as good as it is. They are always there supporting it." "Our student organizations is well known for its activities and outreach programs, and the fact that we have won an award for the last four years in a row," Mass said. "People sought out UCO at the National

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She also finished fifth in the 100 meter low hurdles event with a time of 15.7 seconds.

Jennifer Icenhower finished fourth in a time of 2:23.3. On the men's side UCO's Billy the 400 meter intermediate hurdles Payne finished fourth in the with a time of 1:13.5. long jump with a distance of Bronchos Amme Forester 21'09.5 while John and Chericka Bartells Fitzgerald finished third finished sixth and seventh in the shot put in the high jump competition with a competition with jumps distance of 50'05.00". of 5'02.5 respectively. Fitzgerald also finished Anitra Lacy finished in third in the discus throw third place in the 400 meter with a distance of dash with a time of 56.05 156'04.00". seconds while Andrea Haley Broncho Heath Guthrey finished came in fourth in the 800 meter run with

second in the 110 meter high hurdles with a time of 14.7 seconds while UCO's Rodney Zimmerman finished in third place in the 400 meter intermediate hurdles with a time of 55.08 seconds. In the men's 4x100 meter relay UCO finished in sixth place with a time of 42.80 seconds. In the 4x400 meter competition UCO finished in fourth place with a time of 3:22.48. After 20 events, the men's team took sixth place in the competition with 16 points.

UCO softball team wins sixth straight, sweeps double-header from Cameron By Chad VViliming Similsefiar

he Central Oklahoma softball team wrapped up the 1998 home season Friday sweeping Cameron in a Lone Star Conference North

with a double and two runs scored. In the second game of the double-header Foster led the Bronchos again going 2-for-3 with two RBIs and right fielder Taralee Pringle came off the bench going 2-for-2 with two RBIs.

Divsion double-header. UCO took the early lead scoring three runs in the first inning. The Bronchos then answered Cameron two runs in the top of the third inning with two of their won in the

Melson picked up her second win of the day when she pitched three innings in relief giving up two runs while striking out six improving her record to 12-2 on the season.

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Picking up the win on the mound for the Bronchos was Michael Matthews who pitched six innings, Vonsfilihr allowing only three earned runs and striking out seven. he Central Oklahoma baseball team split a In the second game 200 fans showed up to watch the home double header Saturday against Bronchos lose to NSU 7-4. Northeastern State. A bright spot offensively for UCO was right fielder In the first game UCO hammered NSU 13-2. Second Dustin Faulk who went two for three at the plate and baseman Justin Knowles went two for three with one scored a run. Shortstop Chad Hemphill went two for five and drove homer and one RBI. Right fielder Dustin Faulk went two for three with in two, but in the end it wasn't enough to hold off the NSU charge. three RBI.

Blain earns LSC pitching honors

addition, Blain had a 2.88 ERA, pitching he University of 25 innings and allowing just five hits, 12 Central Oklahoma runs (8 earned), walking five, moved to 7-5 in LSC and striking out 10. play and 14-9 for the season, She had three complete and junior pitcher Laura Blain games on the mound as UCO played a large role in the went 5-3 for the Week. Bronchos success last week. Other top Bronhco Blain has been named LSC performances came from junior Softball North Division Pitcher designated hitter Jaime Miller of the Week. who played in seven games. The product of Anaheim, Bla in She is batting .474 (9-19) Calif., pitched in seven games, with three doubles, one triple, starting six, and posted a 3-2 record on the hill for the week. In and five RBIs.

Gaylon Dixon picked up the loss for the Bronchos pitching just over two innings allowing three runs on three hits. Only one was an earned run. The loss drops his record to 2-2 on the year. The loss drops the team record to 31-9. The Bronchos will now travel to Durant on Friday and Saturday for a four-game series with Southeastern Oklahoma. They return to Edmond next Tuesday when they host Cameron at 3 p.m.

Zanowiak earns hitting honors

games and scored five runs with a he University of Central Oklahoma baseball double and 11 RBIs. He had a .677 onbase percentage for the week team has won 14 of and was four for five in stolen the past 15 games coming into bases attempts. this week's play, and the After last week's action Bronhcos are ranked third in Zanowiak continues to lead the the nation in the latest poll. Lone Star Conference with a UCO junior first baseman Zac .518 average. He's riding a Zanowiak has been named LSC 22-game hitting streak and has Baseball North Division Hitter Zanowiak hit safely in 33 of 35 games of the Week. played this season with 17 The native of Edmond, Okla. batted .591 (13 of 22) in six multi-hi t contests.

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Ethnobotanist brings tales from the Amazon jungle to OKC By Kimberly McLeod StIlden t

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orld renowned ethnobotanist Dr. Mark Plotkin, who has been profiled on "Nova," "NBC Nightly News," and "48 Hours" visited Oklahoma City last week to address a breakfast hosted by the World Affairs Council of Central Oklahoma. Following his lecture titled "Tales from the Amazon Jungle", he headed a panel discussion with selected high school and college students at the Myriad Botanical Gardens. Plotkin a scientist, conservationist, lecturer, and author of the international bestseller, "Tales of a Shaman's Apprentice," spoke before a group of about 130, which included UCO students and faculty, at the Westin Hotel in downtown Oklahoma City. Currently the Executive Director of the Ethnobiology and Conservation Team in Washington, D.C., Plotkin

spent 15 years in the jungles of the Amazon working as an ethnobotanist, which combines the study of cultures and their use of plants for medicinal purposes. "Western medicine can't cure funguses or viruses but they can in the Amazon," said Plotkin. "Western science rejects what we don't understand. The fact is there are many mysteries out there, that's why the medical purposes of plants is so exciting." Plotkin began studying under various shamans in the Northeastern rain forest of the Amazon in 1979. Though initially suspicious, the shamans agreed to share some of their knowledge in exchange for his recording it for future generations. Foreigners and the market economy have invaded the jungle renewing interest in the ancient healing properties of rain forest plants making Plotkin's written record an invaluable asset to the native

Dr. Mark Plotkin people. "Last year the global value of medical treatments originating in the rain forest was $1.2 billion," Plotkin said. "Ethnobotany has been a rape and rob process in the past," Plotkin said. "Today we are providing compensation up front, even before their secrets are shown to us. Once a drug formulated from compounds revealed by native people is

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he Home Economics Building has had an official name change. It is now the Human Environmental Science Building. The department of home economics has changed its name internationally to family and consumer sciences and nationally to human environmental sciences (HES),

said Dr. Darlene Kness, department chairperson. UCO began the name change in 1995 and changed the building title this semester. "Oklahoma State University was the first to make the name change and UCO followed in order to provide easy identification to the science degree in HES statewide," said Kness. HES offers a variety of majors

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A growing concern UCO students research ways to improve crops and conditions for Oklahoma farmers By Lisa Tatum

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even UCO biology students are adding to their research experience while attempting to help the state's wheat farmers become more productive. The students are part of Assistant Biology Professor Jim Bidlack's ongoing attempt to provide his students with practical laboratory experience and gain the necessary research credentials to eventually work in the nation's top science labs, he said. This semester's research group includes Angelina Albert, Amy Bivin, Shannan Hancock, Kevin Owen, Monty Porter, Charlie Freshour and Mei-Chen Sung. Bidlack said the students this semester are working on individual experiments to eliminate harmful metals from the soil, restore nitrogen organically, determine how much water is required to grow selected plants, and find more efficient herbicides. The focus this semester, he said, is largely on pigeon peas—a plant that can be grown during the summer season between wheat crops.

The students—a mix of undergraduates and graduates— meet weekly to discuss their projects, review finances and chart their progress. Students spend between five and 20 hours each week on their individual projects using the latest high tech equipment such as a scanning electron microscope and an atomic absorbtion spectroscoby, a device that measures metallic elements in the soil. Bidlack said he hopes the research will someday help the state's wheat farmers reduce their costs and produce better crops. The procedures currently used to remove harmful metals from the soil and fertilize crops are expensive, he said. By using the pigeon pea, farmers will be able to do both for a fraction of the cost. Bidlack has been orchestrating individual student research projects of the plant since 1992, when he began growing them on the roof of the Howell Hall Science Building. Since then, Bidlack and his students have been adding to their knowledge with the help of funding from the United States Department of Agriculture, the university and private donations.

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Top: Assistant Professor of Biology Jim Bidlack demonstrates how the atomic absorption spectroscoby measures the amount of metallic elements like cadmium in soil samples. Bidlack's students use the machine to gather data on their research projects. (Staff photo by Bryan Terry) Bottom: Post-graduate researcher Amy Bivin explains how the biology department's scanning electron microscope uses a beam of high energy electrons to view trichomes-the leaf hairs on a plant. (Staff photo by Bryan Terry)

UCO Foundation SCHOLARSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION -OKC CHAPTER"NANNIE BLANC TRAMMELL MEMORIAL"

Dr. Jim Bidlack discusses the status of a flat of pigeon peas with his Plant Physiology/Ecology Group. The group of students meet weekly to plan and discuss their experiments with the plants. (Staff photo by Bryan Terry)

A $3,000 Graduate Scholarships to be awarded to a UCO student (Oklahoma resident) with a 3.25 GPA. Applications may be picked up in Evans Hall, Room 101. Deadline is May 1, 1998.

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Liberal Arts symposium 'tremendous success,' says Markwood

Juhls Williams throws pottery at the assembled porcelain forms as extended space during the Ceramic Artists and Their Work exhibit at the second floor commons in the Liberal Arts Building Wednesday morning. (Photo by Sandi Craig)

leaving a say and "spinning clay were just a fraction of events occurring in the Liberal Arts Building April 15. The 1998 Liberal Arts Symposium, "Crosscurrents 10," was held Wednesday with a variety of student participation. "This was one of the largest Liberal Art symposiums we have had," said Dr. Christopher Markwood, assistant dean of the Liberal Arts College. "I think the symposium was a tremendous success. We had about 500 students presenting papers, presenting artistic work, and showing talent," said Markwood. "It's fun playing in mud," said Margaret Woodward, a symposium participant who was showing her ceramic talents. Panel discussions, musical performances, art and culture exhibitions and student presentations were part of this year's event. Six hours of presentations began at 8 a.m. and lasted

Deana Cobel demonstrates the techniques of pattern weaving during the Interfacing Strands exhibition at the symposium Wednesday morning. (Photo by Steven Wedel)

until 2 p.m. About 80 panels presented works throughout the day. Classes in the Liberal Arts Building were pre-empted during the symposium so students could attend the presentations. The symposium is an opportunity for students to present their work to faculty as well as to fellow students, said Dr. Jan Hardt, chairperson of the symposium.

The theme for this year's event was, "The Millenniumâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the Technocultural Interface for the Future." Some of this year's topics included: "Guns and Kids," "The Constitution and Criminal Law," and "American Literature." "Students in the past have danced, created Internet exhibits, and used multimedia for their presentations," said Hardt.

Corey Smith, UCO Supreme Court chief justice, and John Smaligo, UCO's Collegiate Republicans' president, debate solutions to the problem of Guns and Kids at the symposium Wednesday morning. (Photo by Steven Wedel)

Lee Ann Shaw demonstrates sgraffito on black slipped porcelain during the Ceramic Artists and Their Work exhibition at the symposium Wednesday morning. (Photo by Steven Wedel)

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Pay travel or educational expenses on Monday. Save whatever is left on Tuesday. You'll need it later. Postpone making a decision on Wednesday or Thursday. You don't have enough information yet. A roommate may have a snit fit on Friday, but should be calmed down by Saturday night. From then through Sunday is your best time for romance. Take action.

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p.m. April 23 in the Communications Building auditorium. Members of • Baha'i Association will give UCO different religions will be on the panel. students, staff, and faculty a chance to For more information, call Farah Diba at speak with a member of the Baha'i faith 341-2980, Ext. 4644. from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. through April 24 at a booth in front of the University Center ✓ The UCO Baptist Collegiate food court. For more information, call Ministry (BCM) will present a praise Farah Diba at 341-2980, Ext. 4644. and worship night with Malachi, the UCO BCM praise band, and Little Us, at ✓ The UCO Department of Music will 7:30 p.m. April 23 at the Broncho Lake present the "UCO Festival of Jazz in ampitheater. Admission is free. For Bricktown" sponsored by Birdie's more information, call Charles Lillard, Restaurant, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. April Suzanne Lillard, or Janay Moody at 34121-22 at Birdie's Restaurant, located at 1232. 329 E. Sheridan in Bricktown. The concert will feature three jazz bands and ✓ The UCO Department of Music will three jazz combos conducted by UCO present Milena Govich in her junior professors and graduate assistants. The recital at 8 p.m. April 23 at the First concert is free and open to the public. Presbyterian Church of Edmond, located For more information, call the music on 9th and Rankin. Milena is a junior department at 341-2980, Ext. 5004. pre-med and voice performance double major. The recital program ranges from ✓ Baha'i Association will host a the Baroque to the 20th century seminar at 7:30 p.m. April 21 in the contemporary style. The recital is free Communications Building auditorium. and open to the public. For more The seminar will concern equality information, call 341-2980, Ext. 5004, between. men and women, and will introduce those present to the Baha'i ✓ UCO . Auxiliary Enterprises and faith. For more information, call Farah University Center Activities Board Diba at 341-2980, Ext. 4644. (UCAB) will present Spike Lee's new film, He Got Game, at 8:30 p.m. April A BRIEF LOOK AHEAD 23 in Constitution Hall in the University Center. The film, which stars Denzel ✓ The Black Student Association will Washington, Ray Allen, and John meet and elect officers at 2 p.m. April 22 Tutorro, has not yet opened in theaters. in Room 320-B in the University Center. Admission will be free with a UCO I.D. For more information, call Sean Eddens For more information, call University Center Programs and Promotions at 341at 341-2980, Ext. 4009. 2980, Ext. 2245.

✓ Baha'i Association will present a program entitled "The Vision of Race Unity" at 7:30 p.m. April 22 in the Communications Building auditorium. A video will be shown, followed by discussion. For more information, call Farah Diba at 341-2980, Ext. 4644. • UCO Physics Department instructor Dr. Darry Carlstone will deliver his retirement lecture, "The Music of the Spheres and Other Stories of Physics," at noon April 23 in Room 201 in Howell Hall. For more information, call John Guthrie at 341-2980, Ext. 5198.

✓ Baha'i Association will have a barbecue at 5:30 p.m. April 24 on the lawn south of Central Cafeteria. For more information, call Farah Diba at 341-2980, Ext. 4644.

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April 24 on the lawn where the Industrial Arts Building was demolished. Edmond band "Good Hope Road" will perform. For more information, call Joe DiBello in Student Services at 341-2980, Ext. 2361.

The first meeting will be at 3:30 p.m.; the second will be at 7:30 p.m. Both meetings will be held in Room 200 in the University Center. Members may attend either meeting. For more information, call Cristy Brown at 799-1555 or Jason Harris at 904-8514.

✓ Medieval Society will take a daylong field trip to Heavener Runestone GENERALLY SPEAKING State Park April 25. Non-members are invited to attend. For more information, ✓ The Baptist Collegiate Ministry call Dr. Law at 341-2980, Ext. 5616, or (BCM) Souls for Christ Gospel Choir Deana Covel at 341-2980, Ext. 4255. will meet at 5:30 p.m. every Tuesday. and Thursday in Room 201 in the University • The Association of Women Students Center. For more information, call (AWS) will meet at 3 p.m. April 27 in Lewis Jarvis at 341-2980, Ext. 4009. Room 322 in the University Center. For more information, call Angela Clark at • Circle K International, a college 330-6060. service organization, will meet at 12:30 ✓ Student Council for Exceptional Children (SCEC) will meet from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.. April 27 in Room 301 in the Education Building. Barbara Hanson, formerly of the State Department Compliance Team, will discuss the most common errors teachers make when writing LEPs. Refreshments and door prizes will be offered. For more information, call Retta Threet at 560-5197.

p.m. every Thursday in the University Center, Room 312. For more information, call Sonja Anderson at 3416089.

✓ The Interntional Student Council,'

an organization designed to help international students have a voice on: campus, will meet at 1 p.m. every Friday in Room 116 in the University Center. All international students are welcome to attend and express their views on ho'w campus life can be improved for ✓ The Society of Physics Students will international students. For more sponsor guest speaker Dr. Jeff Bigelow information, call Jason Harris at 904at noon April 28 in Room 100 in Howell 8514. Hall. Bigelow is the chair of the department of electrical engineering at • Toastmasters Club, an organization Oklahoma Christian University. He will devoted to enhancing public speaking speak on how integrated circuits skills, will meet at 12:40 every "conquered the world" in 25 years. For Thursday in Room 320-B - of the more information, call Martin Naylor at University Center. At this week's meeting, the club will elect officers for 749-1937. the 1998-99 school year. For more • The UCO Theatre Department will information, call Yujiro Yusa at 341present an improvisational comedy show 2980, Ext. 4096. at 1:30 p.m. April 28 at Broncho Lake. The performers are members of the ✓ The UCO On line Writing Lab beginning improvisational acting class. (OWL) is offering writing "cybertutors" For more information, call Joe DiBello at free to all UCO students. For more information, call Janet Griffith at 341341-2980, Ext. 2361. 2980, Ext. 2520, or visit OWL on-line at ✓ The UCO Department of Music will www.lrc.ucok.edu/owl. present Jim Waddelow in recital at 8 p.m. April 28 at the First Christian • The UCO Writing Assessment Church of Edmond, located at 201 E. Center (WAC) is offering free writing 2nd Street. Waddelow is a graduate tutors to UCO students. Appointments student and graduate assistant pursuing may be scheduled at the WAC office in his Master of Music Performance with Thatcher Hall, Room 107. For more an emphasis in conducting. During the information, call Janet Griffith at 341recital, he will conduct the UCO 2980, Ext. 2520. News items for publication in Around chamber orchestra performing works of Campus must be submitted at least one week Mozart. The recital is free and open to in advance. Forms are available in The Vista the public. For more information, call office, Room 107 of the Communications the UCO music office at 341-2980, Ext. Building, and should be typed or printed. 5004. -

✓ International Business Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. April 24 at Fink Park, located on 2nd Street across from the University Center. They will elect officers for the 1998-99 school year and have a barbecue. For more information, call Dawna Terrell at 340-8359, or email her at dp0204@broncho.ucok.edu .

✓ Dr. Richard Reddick UCO sociology professor will read from his upcoming book, Poetry and Life in Prison, at 7 p.m. April 24 at Barnes & Noble Booksellers, located at 13800 May and Memorial. For more information, call Dr. Reddick at 7557992. ✓ Baha'i Association will sponsor a Information will not be accepted over the discussion concerning ways to live a ✓ UCO Student Services will present • Gamma Beta Phi, an academic honor telephone. Items may run for two weeks prior spiritual life in a material world at 7:30 "Central Park After Dark" at 8 p.m. society, will hold two meetings April 29. to the event depending on space. • The Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) will meet and elect officers at 6 p.m. April 23 in Room 211 in the Communications Building. For more information, call Colby Grieser at 341-2980, Ext. 5548.

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NOTICES ...** WRITERS & WOULD-BE WRITERS COME JOIN US!! Sat, April 25, 9:30AM University Ctr Cherokee Rm Creative Studies Writers' Institute (CSWI) AUTHORS & AWARDS BRUNCH Well-published authors will host tables Cost is $7.00 For reservation, leave name & phone number (clearly) @ 787-JEAN, 348-2096 or Creative Studies Dept, 341-2980, X5667 ENGLISH LANGUAGE CTR 1015-C Waterwood Parkway ESL for International Students TOEFL & University Preparation Save up to 40% Tuition Ask about our new discounts 348-7602 email: elcedu@elcok.com website: www.elcok.com Ask about our new classes: TOEFL GMAT Evenings GRE ENGLISH CLASSES at the Edmond Language Institute We teach English as a Second Language and are conveniently located on the UCO Campus at Thatcher Hall. PHONE: 405-341-2125 *9 LEVELS Intensive Training *NEW SESSION every 4 wks *PRIVATE TUTORING avail. *PREPARATION for TOEFL

SERVICES ATTENTION PARENTS! Do you want more for your children than daycare? Do you need a program for your child while you attend school? Phone Churchill Academy, 341 - 4314. A Standard of Excellence in Preschool Education. RENTERS-Get $20,000 coverage for $17$ 2 2 per month! Great auto rates for good students too. Call Michelle at 340-4998 for free quote. DO YOU NEED something typed? Research papers, theses, reports, etc. Call me at 282-6232.

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MAINLY STUDENTS! 4.0 SNU grad types 130+ wpm with 20+ yrs experience in editing/writing in APA, MLA, criminal justice, etc. Undergraduate, graduate & international students welcome. APPOINTMENT ONLY - Downtown Edmond, Visa/Mastercard, 340 - 2001. MIMI'S HOME CHILDCARE DHS Licensed A loving mother will care for your child/children in her home. Hot meals, recreation and early child development curriculum provided. Located in north OKC, between Penn & Western on Hefner. For more info call 751-1430. 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 3404998. FAST TYPE Typing/Word Processing Term Papers, Theses Editing/Writing Assistance Resumes, All Business Needs All Formats, APA, MLA, ASR, Turabian Fast & Professional, 330-8973

EDMOND GOLF Course needs snack bar help and beverage cart driver. Flexible hrs, part/full time, 340-4653. EDMOND GOLF Course needs AM snack bar help, 340-4653. HAVE FUN THIS SUMMER!! Our school-aged summer program needs staff to supervise field trips, organize activities and just have fun with elementary-aged children! Position requires a high school diploma plus six months previous experience working with elementary-aged children in a group setting. For more info, please contact Vikki Dobbins at 949-6871. DID YOU BLOW all your money over spring break? GARFIELD'S at Quail Springs Mall is now hiring for all positions. Apply Mon-Fri, 2-4pm. NANCY'S BLOOMERS has full & part time positions. 122nd & N May Avenue (North Park Mall). Outdoor care & sales of bedding plants & flowers. Work hard, have fun & get a tan!! Contact Nancy Bay at 341-3919.

FREE ANONYMOUS AIDS testing & counseling, every Tuesday 7:30-9pm. No appt necessary. Wesley Foundation, 311 E Hurd, 341-5450. For testing info call 495 - 2732

PART TIME PROM and summer help. Work around school schedule. Fun job, salary & commission. Gingiss Formalwear, Quail Springs Mall, 751-1745, ask for Doug.

FAST ACCURATE typing. Term papers, familiar with all formats. Laser printer $1.25/pg, title page free. $1/pg after 30 pages. NE of Edmond area. Phone Loretta at 348-1005.

APPOINTMENT SETTER needed for insurance agency. Perfect for students. Scripts provided. No selling. No weekends. M-Th/6-9pm. $150/wk + bonuses. Call Joel at 879-9898.

EMPLOYEIVIENT THE IGLOO GRILL is now accepting applications for energetic and friendly wait and bar staff. Apply at 900 W Memorial. $1500 WEEKLY potential mailing our circulars. No experience required. Free infomation packet. Call 410-347-1475. EDMOND PUBLIC Schools are in need of school bus drivers. Please call 340-2962. PART TIME Independent Rep. Marketing 14k-24k Gold and Precious Stone Jewelry, Fine Collectibles from Prestigious Companies, and the Top Selling Golf Clubs in the world! Serious Income, Training and Support, Ground Floor Opportunity, Brand Name Products! Call 1-888-444-6242, option #5, for overview, then call us live at 844-6844. Weekly Business Presentations, Thursdays 7:30-8:30pm at the Denny's of Edmond off 2nd Street. website; http://www.aable.com/ihi/isr/ok/4747 LIFEGUARD & SWIM instructors needed all shifts. Apply in person Edmond YMCA, 1220 S Rankin. NOW HIRING - No experience necessary! Will work around school schedule. Must work weekends. Apply M-F 8-4 at Sutherland's, 14281 N Broadway Ext, Edmond. No calls please.

ALASKA SUMMER Employment - Earn to $3000+/mo in fisheries, parks, resorts. Airfare! Food/Lodging! Call (919)933-1939, ext A. CRUISE & LAND Tour Jobs - Earn to $2000/mo. Free world travel (Europe, Caribbean, etc). Ring: (919)933-1939, ext C. BEACH RESORT Jobs - Plus Forests, National Parks, Dude Ranches, Rafting Companies. Nationwide summer openings. Call (919)933-1939, ext R. LOOKING FOR MORE? Join the Target Team! Flexible scheduling, weekly paychecks, growth opportunities, team member discounts at Target. Now accepting applications at all area Target locations. Please apply in person. CASHIERS & TRAFFIC Directors needed for Bricktown baseball events. Great summer job. Call 232-3996. TEMPORARY JOB in Quail Creek home doing laundry, babysitting and housekeeping. Start now at $6/hr. About 12-15 hrs/wk. Every Wed 5-10pm, then Mon & Fri 1-4, or Tues & Thurs 1-4 (alternating weeks). To apply call Mrs Helms 755-6150.

Attention Students:

Pre-Summer Jobs: Our detailoriented positions begin on May 19 and run through June 2. Required to work Sat. and Sun. of Memorial Day weekend; Memorial Day, optional. $5.50/hr. with $50 bonus for perfect attendance. Two shifts - 9 am to 3 pm; 3 pm to 9 pm. Pleasant, air-conditioned work environment. Possibility for some permanent summer positions. Call Shae at 947-8747 ext. 230.

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A job awaits you at Edmond Public Schools. $7.50 per hour/11 am-1 pm. If these hours PA are open for you, contact us @ 340-2889. Job runs through May 19, 1998.

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ACCOUNTING INTERN Second semester freshman or sophomore accounting major needed for accounting internship. Minimum of 25 hours per week, year-round until graduation. Please FAX resume to 340-7013 or mail to P 0 Box 3672, Edmond, OK 73083. VISUALLY IMPAIRED couple (students) looking for someone to drive them to and from work and to run a few errands each week. The pay is good. Must have dependable transportation and proof of insurance. Please call 844-1742. ART GALLERY needs reliable person with strong work ethic and team spirit for artwork sales and picture framing. Will train, retail experience preferred, top wages, references required. Apply in person at Greg Burns Fine Art, Casady Square, 10-5:30 M-Sat. 24 - HOUR TELEPHONE answering service is hiring for part time telephone secretary positions. "No sales involved." Good phone skills and typing required. Excellent opportunity to further your communication skills while working in a relaxed, professional atmosphere, 340-2525. AFTERNOON MOTHER'S helper needed to help feed & care for triplets (immediately). Position is through May, perhaps through the summer. Call 8445257. INSURANCE AGENT'S office needs support staff. 24 hrs/wk, $8/hr plus bonuses. Call for appointment, 330-6755. INSURANCE COMPANY needs appointment setters Mon-Fri 5-9pm. Up to $9/hr, no selling involved. Call Omar or Greg at 848-8960. TRAVEL ABROAD & Work - Teach basic conversational English in Japan, Taiwan & S. Korea. Many positions require no foreign language or teaching certification. Excellent earnings + benefits potential. Ask us how! (517)324-3125 ext. J58062 KID'S INK has full and part time positions available immediately, full time for summer. Aply at 700 SW 18th, Edmond. SUMMER HELP wanted in retail pool store, full time, must work weekends. Apply at Pleasant Pools, 36 W Memorial Rd. CLEANING BUSINESS needs part time help, $6/hr, start immediately.Call 7522759. CAFE 501 is currently hiring for the following positions: Daytime cashiers, night time hostess, night time dishwasher/prep. Apply at 501 S Blvd, Edmond 2-4 pm or call 359-1501. THE OPPORTUNITY is now ... NO TIME?? NO MONEY?? No time to make money?? Set your own hours and make as much money as you want. You can earn $250, $500, $1000 weekly plus bonuses!! For info call the Daniels Mkt Group, 755 - 3717. If no answer please leave a message.

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GREAT JOB for the right person! Cashier, stocker, etc, 21 yrs or older. Can work into full time position. Experience helpful but not necessary, good appearance a MUST. Apply in person at Smitty's Wine & Spirits, 122nd & MacArthur, OKC. WEEKEND AUDIT & weekend front desk positions open at The Holiday Inn Express on Lincoln Blvd. Excellent student jobs, 528-7563.

FOR RENT 1 & 2 BEDROOM APTS, Duplexes & Townhomes, Kennedy Place Apts, 1010 N Kennedy, Edmond (Near UCO), 3417911. Now accepting housing vouchers. Welcome Students! LARGE TWO bedroom apartment, 1 bath, unfurnished, CH/A, kitchen appliances. Excellent condition & location, quiet atmosphere. Located 1 block from UCO, 425 Blackwelder. NO PETS! $400/mo, 341-9651. OXFORD OAKS APTS Now Leasing for Summer Call for Student Special! 348-2431 BRYANT SQUARE APTS Efficiencies 1 & 2 Bedrooms Student & Military Discounts 340-5387

FOR SALE NEW PC's, Pentium-11's $1199-$1749, Pentium 200mmx $979, Winchip 200mhz $799, refurb laptops $499-$799. Janson Computers, 5115 S Western, 632-7248. HOME GYM, like new, assembled, $300. Also DINING TABLE w/4 chairs, $25, 341-4950. KENMORE dishwasher, good condition, $75, 340-6800 or leave message at 7498856. MOVING SALE-small desk, sofa & loveseat (great condition), beautiful double bed, microwave, dining room chairs, 947-3706. EXCITING NEW patented skin care cream, plus all natural mood and memory enhancer, weight management products, performance enhancers for men and women. For free demo packs call the Daniels Marketing Group 755 - 3717. If no answer, please leave a message. WOMEN: Always dream about smooth silky skin? Now you can have it! Try our new patented skin care formula. For free demo packs, call The Daniels Marketing Group 755 - 3717. If no answer, please leave a message. 1992 MITSUBISHI Galant GS, burgundy w/spoiler, power windows & locks, cruise, auto, AC, am/fm cassette, gd gas mileage and low insurance rates. Excellent condition, non-smoking driver, average miles. Graduating, must sell, $4750, 8108455 or pager 560-1130. 1990 MAZDA 626 LX, black w/beige interior, auto, power windows & locks, moonroof, custom wheels, extra clean, 115K mi, gd maintenance record, $4250, 810-8455 or pager 560-1130. ROONINIATES MALE ROOMMATE wanted to share 2bd/2-ba apt. Good location, clean unit, close to UCO. Open following graduation or June 1. Call 359-9218.