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Three for tea... Emily Dake, left, Lauren Mustain, center, and Anne Lower, right, of UCO's Theater Arts department perform the award-winning play 'Tea in a China Cup" on Feb. 21 in Mitchell Hall. The play focuses heavily on Irish history and the political struggles of Northern Ireland. The actresses portray three generations of a Protestant family who relay the story through flashbacks between the 1930s and present day. The performers travel to Tyler, Texas this week to present the play at the regional Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival.

122 faculty members receive early retirement offer University offers $20,000 incentive By N. David Owens

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he university is offering 112 faculty members a $20,000 retirement incentive paid out to faculty that retire effective June 1, said Dr. Don Betz, vice president of academic affairs. "(This will give the university) a chance to review current departments, perhaps reallocate funds," Betz said. The offer will help to lessen the amount of faculty retiring at

one point in time, Betz said. The buy-out decision was made based on a projection that shows that up to 25 percent of 401 university faculty may retire within the next few years, Betz said. "The pattern has been, at institutions our size, about onethird of the eligibles accept (the incentives)," Betz said. It would be fairly easy to recruit replacements for a few retiring professors but it would be nearly impossible to replace such a large number at once,

Betz said. The incentive is meant to encourage faculty who are eligible and planning to retire but are not sure if they want to retire this year or in the near future, Betz said. Betz, who came to UCO last year, has administered similar incentives at his previous two universities, Northeastern State University in Tahlequah, Oklahoma and Palmer College in Davenport, Iowa. The $20,000 figure was chosen because "it was what

level of incentive has been successful at universities of similar size and comparable pay," Betz said. Faculty are eligible for retirement under the state system when they reach the "Rule of 80," according to Oklahoma law. The rule is the result of the mathematical formula: age plus years of teaching equals 80. "Those (instructors retiring from•UCO) will not make a major impact," said Tom Beavers, executive secretary of

the Oklahoma Teachers Retirement System, and UCO alumnus. "However, if every school system in the state did this, it would be a big impact," Beavers said. "It will mean that we will be paying those people earlier and longer, so there will be a cost, but we are (currently) paying $500 million a year in retirement benefits," Beavers said.

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tudent and the open door are the backpack beasts. Milling through the hallways at half the speed of a normal student, the backpack beast swings its saggy protrusion side-to-side, effectively blocking the entire hallway. The time between classes is the prime time for backpack beast mating rituals. Without regard to gender, the beasts stop, swivel 90 degrees and touch another beast. Often the beasts will begin to emit guttural sounds and screeches similar to student speech. "Yo, did you, like, get the answer to number 87?" "What did you do to your hair?" The mating ritual is efficient, within seconds, new backpack beasts are popping up like daffodils. The backpack beast scourge must be stopped. We must thin their numbers. They have adapted to their new environment and have begun to endanger other species such as prompt students. Stop the next backpack beast and ask if it is aware that the backpack is blocking the hallway. Most are not aware of the protrusion. If you think you may be a backpack beast, start being conscious of the size of your protrusion and allow others safe passage through our halls of knowledge.

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Director of Student Publications Dr. John DeSanto, APR The Vista is published as a newspaper and public forum by UCO students, 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) 974-5549. One-year subscription rate $12. Periodicals postage paid at Edmond, Oklahoma 73034-9998. The Vista's Editorial Board meets once a week. Editorials represent the views of the majority of the Editorial Board. Opinion columns, reviews and commentaries represent the views of the writer and not necessarily the views of The Vista Editorial Board, the Department of Journalism, UCO or the Board of Regents of Oklahoma Colleges. Cartoons represent the views of the artist. The Vista is not an official medium expression for the Regents 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 730345209 or deliver in person to the editor, Communications Bldg, Rm 107. Letters can be sent via e-mail to thevista@hotmail.com . The Vista is online at http://www.libarts.ucok.edu/journalism/vista.html . This publication is printed by The Edmond Evening Sun, 123 S Broadway, Edmond, OK 73003.

Student objects to The Vista's satire Dear Editor: am writing this letter in response to the column in the Feb. 15 issue of The Vista written by the assumed "guest writer" J.B. Orwell. Although I am sure the column was meant to be satirical view of the ideals of conformity, with connections to Big Brother of "1984," found the context in which it was written to be somewhat disturbing, if not offensive. There are two major complaints I have concerning this column. First of all, I honestly have no comprehension of where the author of the column came to the assumption that a moment of silence (or prayer, or anything involving religion for that matter), is a method of spreading a disease of conformity to the UCO campus. If the writer had taken any time to think before rushing his/her ideas into print, he/she would have realized

...if there was a day of prayer at UCO, the person students would be praying to would be the biggest nonconformist of all time—Jesus Christ. —Zach Anderson Sophomore, Broadcasting

that in today's. society, there praying to is the biggest is probably nothing more nonconformist of all time — nonconformist than to be a Jesus Christ. religious person who prays. Christ was such a You see, the vast majority nonconformist that he was of our campus population crucified for not conforming appears to be proud to be to the ways of society. cynical, atheistic, and happy Even students of other to conform to nonconformity. religions would be The true nonconformist are recognizing the achievements those who are not ashamed to of nonconformists. admit to their faith in a more Muhammed, Buddha, powerful being, a God. Krishna, these were all On top of this, if there was a day of prayer at UCO, the ♦ See LETTERS, person students would be Page 3

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Thrill of victory...

Patti Komatly, Keni Ray, and Joe Warren, three former university students, smile during their induction ceremony into the UCO Athletic Hall of Fame at half-time during the men's basketball game against Cameron on Feb. 19. Inductees are chosen for their accomplishments made while playing sports while at UCO.

BUY OUT Continued from front page "We are going to have 1,800 people retire across the state this year," Beavers said. Concerns about the stability of the teachers retirement system have been voiced in The Oklahoma Gazette and The Daily Oklahoman. "The system is poorly funded compared to other public pension plans," Beavers said. "We have 50 percent of the assets that we should have to meet obligations that will come down some time in the future," Beavers said. "Most public plans today have 85 to 95 percent of the assets they should have," Beavers said. The problems are not an immediate threat to the system, but a long-range problem, Beavers said. "Retirees should not be concerned that they will not get their checks next month. We can operate a long time on what we have," Beavers said. Tenure is also a contributing factor to the retirement incentive, said Jeanette Patton, manager of human resources benefits. Several faculty members are eligible for tenure, but cannot be awarded it until slots open up from retiring professors,

nonconformists. A moment of silence leading to conformity? Give me a break. My second complaint against the article is the very fact that it was published. I find offensive that The Vista considers it perfectly acceptable to poke fun at he idea of a moment of silence for spiritual reasons, but if G.A.T.E. [Gay alliance For Tolerance and Equality] was attempting to organize a campus wide moment of silence in memorial to homosexuals who had died of the AIDS virus, The Vista would most likely support this cause. If the Black Student Association requested a

moment of silence memory of fallen civil rights leaders such as Martin Luther King, Jr. or Malcolm X, there would be no questioning the idea, and certainly no one would dare make fun of it. What I am trying to say here is that The Vista should make an effort to be more objective. It is pretty pathetic excuse for journalism when one must resort to making those who have faith in a God his/her whipping boy for cheap humor. I hope you will keep this in mind when printing further issues. Zach Anderson sophomore, broadcasting /-

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Students pine for spring, break for beaches and sun By Mike Greer

There are other non-coastal destinations students flock to for the break. Staffkifriter "For me it's always the last chance of the year to s the recent warm weather suggests, spring is snowboard," said UCO senior Kemp Woods. on the way. To many students, the best part "I'm going to Mt. Shasta, California. I just got a new about spring is spring break. pack. I'm so excited that my friends don't think I'll "I can't wait. I'm so ready for a break. This semester ever come back," said UCO junior Amanda Ruyle. is wearing me out," said UCO sophomore Brooke "I'm trying to get out to New York this break. I've Smith. always wanted to go but it's so expensive getting From the end of classes March 10 until they resume there," said UCO junior Timber Massey. March 20, students are on vacation. Traveling can be very expensive, especially this "I'm going to the beach, Padre Island. We went to the year. Gas prices are approaching an all time high. mountains last year, but I love the beach so that's where "We rented a car to take to Padre. If gas prices keep I'm going," said UCO sophomore Luke McMurtry. going up like they've been, it'll end up being cheaper South Padre Island, on the gulf coast of Texas, is a to fly," McMurtry said. popular spring break destination. As high as gas prices are going, the cost of driving "We went there two years ago and it was insane. I've may not be the only thing affected. never seen that many people, or that many bikinis," said "The airlines just raised their rates. They say it's UCO senior Kevin Huffine. from the rise in oil and fuel prices," said Leslie Paul of Coastal cities typically see a huge increase in tourism Premier Travel in Edmond. for the month of March. Aside from skyrocketing gas prices, there are other "I grew up in Pensacola, Fla. Every year around that things students should consider when figuring cost of time there'd be nothing but college kids on the beaches," travel. said UCO senior Lauren Wiley. "With buying airline tickets, it's best to purchase at least 21 days in advance. Within seven days of departure, the prices just jump," Paul said. "The cheapest way to get somewhere is by buying a package deal. A fly-drive package includes airline tickets, a rental car at the destination, and you can get hotel rooms in the package too," Paul said. There are also web sites offering package deals specifically designed for spring break. At www.leisuretours.com, students can "MICHAEL compare travel and lodging rates for several DOUGLAS popular spring break destinations. ...DELIVERS ONE The website shows mostly coastal OF HIS BEST ERFORMANCES destinations and offers prices for varying IN 'WONDER numbers of guests and vacation length. BOYS'- A COMIC Other web sites concentrate on airline DAZZLER." travel. Peter 'Travers, ROLLING STONE Some sites offering airline tickets include expedia.com , tickets.com , and trips.com . "'WONDER BOYS' IS A HILARIOUS, QUIRKY AND SURPRISINGLY THOUGIIT-PROVOKING MODERN-DAY MASTERPIECE.YOU'D BE CRAZY TO MISS IT!"

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Campus group encourages safe drinking, moderation By Stephanie J. Eggeling

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lthough you might not have known it, there is a group on campus trying to educate you about alcohol and other social issues and they are inviting you out for an evening of fun. BACCHUS (Boost Alcohol Consciousness Concerning the Health of University Students) will meet at 7:30 p.m., Feb. 24 in the Commons Clubhouse. The meeting will feature several guest professionals speaking about the effects of alcohol.

BACCHUS plans to have one speaker representing each of the following areas: law enforcement, professional counseling and health education. "The guest speakers will offer information about how to be safe," Jasmine Haas BACCHUS president said. There will also be a question and answer period where students can ask the professionals questions that were not covered in their talk. Pizza and mocktails, nonalcoholic cocktails, will be served.

Haas encourages everyone to attend. "I think it will be very educational," she said. BACCHUS is a group of students tying to create awareness about social issues that many college students face. "Usually (BACCHUS) focuses on alcohol, drugs or sexual issues," said Misha Mowdy, health educator for the Student Health Center and BAACHUS advisor. By educating students about the dangerous consequences of some decisions, BACCHUS hopes students will stop and

think about their choices. "We try to get them to make safe choices," Mowdy said. This includes, among other things, making the decision to not drink and drive and to not have unprotected sex. BACCHUS tries to get its message out by holding meetings and sponsoring educational programs. Mowdy believes the awareness that BACCHUS raises is an important part of UCO's campus. "A lot of students don't really realize that if you're a girl that is 5' 4" and you only

weigh 125 pounds and you have four glasses of wine then probably you are going to be legally intoxicated," Mowdy said. Haas said that is the type of information BACCHUS is trying to send out. "We know we are not going to stop people from drinking," she said. "But if we can stop a few from making bad decisions about alcohol then BACCHUS is working," Haas said. For more information about BACCHUS, contact Mowdy at 974-2617.

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CORRECTION The UCO Men's basketball team was not defeated by Cameron University as printed in the Feb. 22 issue. UCO won 96-67.

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UCO Baseball looks forward to Central Missouri after productive weekend By Nick Spross Sports, filer

he UCO baseball team used timely hitting and late inning strategy to take two of the three games against Texas Wesleyan this past weekend. The Bronchos split a double header Saturday, winning game one 7-6 and losing game two 83. In the first game, UCO trailed 6-5 going into the bottom of the seventh inning. The Bronchos Bubba Brown led off the bottom half of the inning with a single, and was pinch run for by Nic Quin. Quin advanced to second on a sacrifice bunt and would later score on Rothy Briggs single, tying the game at six. Jeff Thompson came on to run for Briggs and scored on a single by Ricky Roberts giving the Bronchos a 7-6 come from behind win. Reliever Terry Bennett picked up his second win

of the season. UCO wasn't as lucky in the second game falling behind early. The Bronchos gave up six runs in the top of the third inning and would never get close losing 8-3. Winner of the first game, Bennett took the loss in the second game dropping him to 2-1. Sunday's game turned into a scoring frenzy. The Bronchos led 10-1 after three innings scoring two runs in the first inning and and four in the second and third. UCO led 14-7 going into the top of the ninth inning. Texas Wesleyan made it close by scoring five runs in the inning but it wasn't enough. The Bronchos won 14-12. Kyle Dover improved his record to a perfect 3-0. By taking two of the three, the Bronchos moved to 7-2 overall. UCO will next host Central Missouri for a three game set Feb. 25 and 26. ,A0

Pitcher named player of the week He struck out 14 on the week. and striking out eight. outhwestern Oklahoma outfielder Darin Winchester Against Cameron. —UCO Sports Information He pitched five shutout was named the Lone Star Conference's first North Division innings, allowing just three hits Hitter-of-the-Week. Winchester, a senior from Prauge, Okla. went six-for-nine (.667 average) in a two-game series against St. Gregory's University. He had three doubles in the opener and followed with a three-hit effort that included a three-run homer in the nightcap. Winchester leads the bullfrogs this season with 12 hits and is currently hitting a .545 clip. Central Oklahoma junior Kyle Dover picked up the LSC North Pitcher-of-the-Week honors. Dover, a junior from Norman, Okla., gained a pair of wins in starts against Cameron and Texas Wesleyan. For the week, he pitched 11 —Staff Photo By Lacy Amen 2/3 innings, allowing eight hits Kyle Dover pitches last Sunday in the game against Texa and four earned runs. Wesleyan. He struck out eight batters.

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—Staff photo by J.W. Reagor Top Left: Denitra Miller competes in the Long Jump in the Last Chance Meet last Saturday in the Last Chance Meet in Norman. She won the Long Jump with a 17-6 3/4. Bottom Left: Dustin McClure competes in the 1000-meter run. McClure finished in sixth place, but broke the UCO record with a 2:40.41. Top Right: Anthony Casaz competes in the long jump portion of the Pentathlon. He finished third in the competition. Bottom Right: McClure rests after competing in three events in earlier indoor track action. —Staff photos by Lacy Amen

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Local organizations seek UCO volunteers By Allison Franklin

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"Doing the casework is pretty easy. Volunteers simply follow a form and relay messages concerning illnesses, births and other important information," said Laurie Hannah, community relations coordinator for the American Red Cross. The casework is done at the Oklahoma City chapter of the American Red Cross, located at 601 Northeast 6th St. AFES currently has only two casework volunteers and needs as many volunteers as possible. Hours are flexible, but the busiest hours for casework are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. "Volunteering to do casework is a great way for students to learn more about working with clients and to get some on-the-

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Arrest: A student was arrested Arrest: A subject was stopped by UCO DPS officer for assault with a dangerous weapon. The suspect was holding a knife during an argument with another student in the Student-3 parking lot. The suspect dropped the knife after the DPS officer arrived on the scene and ordered her to do so. The suspect was then arrested and taken to the Oklahoma County Jail.

for speeding at Bauman and Main. It was determined he was driving under suspension. He was issued a citation and released.

Feb. 19 Fireworks Disturbance: It

was reported the fireworks were being set off in East Hall. UCO DPS officers arrived and heard popping sounds but could Arrest: A subject was arguing not locate the person with advisers in the responsible for setting off the Advisement Office. When fireworks. UCO DPS officers arrived, the subject refused to cooperate Fire: It was reported that a and continued to argue. She trash can was on fire in the was arrested for disorderly south stairwell at East Hall. The conduct and taken to the fire was extinguished, and there Edmond City Jail. was no damage to the building.

Vandalism: Two ceiling lights and one wall light in East Hall had been broken.

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he Students In Free Enterprise (SIFE) group docked its first "Around the World Cruise" Feb. 11 at Bridge Creek Elementary School to further children's understanding of business practices, said Emily Dake, SIFE team. Ten UCO SIFE members, 20 UCO international students, three Rose State College students, and five Bridge Creek High School students took part in the lesson, Dake said. The Bridge Creek gym was decorated to resemble ports in Taiwan, Hong Kong, Japan,

Bulgaria, Albania, Iran, the Bahamas, Botswana and South Africa. "To further the children's understanding about the free enterprise system, each country had its own business concept that was taught," Dake said. Reza Jazayeri, a UCO student from Iran, taught the children about the barter system used in his home country. "The kids also made passports to play with... each international student wrote their name in their native alphabet," Dake said. SIFE members gave the children a pre-test on financial concepts. Initial scores averaged around 27 percent,

Dake said. After the SIFE lesson, the children's scores increased to an average of around 80 percent, Dake said. "The UCO-SIFE Around the World Cruise was a wonderful educational experience for our students and a great success," said Terry Brown, Bridge Creek superintendent. SIFE will be submitting this project as a part of the Teach A Child About Business competition in Kansas City, Mo. in May, Dake said. "We will be competing against six or seven hundred other teams," Dake said. For more information about SIFE, visit the UCO-SIFE website at www.sife.net .

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A BRIEF LOOK AHEAD

✓ The Gay Alliance ✓ Career Services is Multicultural Student ✓ Association for for Tolerance and sponsoring an "Interview Services will meet 1 to 4 Childhood Education Strategies" class at 1 p.m., Feb. Equality will host a "pot 24 in the business Building, p.m., March 1 in the University International will meet luck" dinner 7:30 p.m., Feb. 29 Room 113. A second class will

Center Grand Ballroom for a 7:30 p.m., March 29 in the career fair. For more information Education Building, Room 301; will meet 7:30 p.m., March 7 in call Leticia Barrios at 974-2580. and from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, the Liberal Arts building, Room Feb. 28 to March 3 in the 205. For more information, call Dr. Carrell at 974-5609, or John ✓ Donna Nigh Gallery Education Building, Room 221. will present a UCO seniors For more information, call Lori Sounders at 822-3403. artwork exhibit March 2 to 29, Nowak at 974-6373. third floor of the University Campus ✓ Student yearbook Center. For more information, ✓ call Denise Wynia at 974-2432. Conversations will meet photos will be taken 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Feb. 25 in the ✓ Medieval Society will 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. and 6 to 7 p.m., Feb. 24 in the Thatcher Hall Communications Building, meet 2 p.m., March 10 in the lounge area. For more Room 107A. For more Liberal Arts Building, Room information, call Dr. Susan Scott information, call Dyann Dolan at 234. For more information, call at 974-5427. 974-5107. Deana Covel at 799-0867.

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in the Liberal Arts Building, Room 211. Students are asked to bring a prepared meal. For more information, call Dr. Jones at 974-5534.

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meet 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., March 24 and 25 in the Communications building auditorium to hold the Multilingual Poetry Festival. For more information, call Tim Bradford at 771-4594.

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be held 11 a.m., March 8 in the Liberal Arts Building, Room 216. For more information, call 974-3346.

✓ The Association for Women in Communication will meet 12:30 p.m., Feb. 29 in the Communications Building, Room 105. For more information, call Pepper PeriaLashley at 733-4014.

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✓ Baptist Collegiate Ministry will meet every day at noon in the Baptist Student Union. The meeting, titled "Noonday," is student led. For more information, call Charles Janay or Cindy 341-1232.

✓ Japanese Conversation classes are offered Thursdays at 3 p.m., every Thursday in Liberal Arts Building, Room 231. The classes are free and open to anyone. For more information, call Aki at 844-9352, or John at 974-4384.

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p.m., every Tuesday in the Liberal Arts building, Room 211. For more information, call Dr. Robert Jones at 974-5543; or ✓ Forensic Society will meet at 4 p.m. every Monday in e-mail G.A.T.E. at the International Student Office. meet at 7:15 p.m. on the first For more information, call the GATEatUC0@aol.com . Monday of every month and 1 International Student office at p.m. on the third Friday of every 974-2390. ✓ BACCHUS will meet month. Monday meetings will be 4:30 p.m., every Monday in the in Howell Hall, Room 218; ✓ West Hall Lobby. For more X-Files will meet at 7 Friday meetings will be in Howell Hall, Room 213. For p.m. every Thursday in the information, call Allison Franklin at 974-4213. more information, call Rhiannon Education Building, Room 206. Brinkley at 943-9826, or 408- For more information call, Desi News items for publication in Simpson at 330-6972. 9054.

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✓ Latter-Day Saints • Buddhist Learning Student Association International Society will meet at noon every Monday (BLISS) will hold study and Wednesday at the Latter-Day Saints Institute at 417 N. University Drive. A Tuesday evening class is offered at 7 p.m. For more information, call Dave Whitney or Connie Killpack at

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Cello Ensemble says 'thanks' UCO, performs free concert in food court By Stephanie J. Eggeling

Staff our Broncho Burgers and Chick-Fil-A will taste the same, but the atmosphere in the University Center will be different Feb. 29. Students eating in the food court will be serenaded by the UCO Cello Ensemble from 1 p.m.

to 2 p.m. Dr. Tess RemySchumacher, assistant music professor, said the concert is a way for the Cello Ensemble to give back to UCO. "We thought it would be fun to hear music at lunch," Remy-Schumacher said. The concert is also a way for the cello ensemble to say thank you to people and organizations that have helped the group with fundraising. The Cello Ensemble travels to several concerts each semester and is responsible for raising the funds to pay for the trips. Remy-Schumacher said the ensemble would like to thank everyone for their support and encouragement, but would especially like to thank three groups and individuals for their help in

fundraising. "Special thanks goes to the UCO Foundation, Dr. S. Narasinga Rao (dean of research), and Wendell Ralston (music lecturer) and his wife for their generosity," RemySchumacher said. Two concerts will be held in April to further help with fundraising, RemySchumacher said. The Cello Ensemble will travel to Texas to perform at the University of Texas in Austin on Feb. 25 and will also perform at a conference in San Antonio on Feb. 27. The group will also travel to Baltimore in May to perform in the International Cello Concert. For more information about the Cello Ensemble, contact Remy-Schumacher at 974-5650.

â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Photo provided The UCO Cello Ensemble will give a free performance 1 to 2 p.m. on Feb. 29 in the food court to thank the university for its support. The ensemble consist of (left to right) standing: Brandy Owens, Keith Tiller, Bryan Smith, Neryl Nash, Jennifer Armstrong, Dr. Tess RemySchumacher, Austin Speer, and Tom McCullough. Sitting: Jennifer Mills and Angela Morris.

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"Shakespeare, 321-GIFT. Racial Memory and "Living Out Loud! Cultural History," a Oklahoma Poets lecture by professor Stephen Greenblatt of Harvard Have Their Say," a University, will be held 7 p.m., Feb. 25 at the Kendall Theatre on the University of Tulsa campus. For more information, call Kitty Ledbetter at 235-0280.

plays a. home game against Arkansas Feb. 23; University of Oklahoma, Feb. 25 and 27. For more information, call 325-2424.

public poetry reading, will be held 8 p.m., Feb. 26 at the IA0 Gallery, 1 N Hudson, Oklahoma City. For more information, call 232-6060.

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SERVICES 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. RENTERS-Get $20,000 coverage for $17-$22 per month! Great auto rates for good students too. Call Michelle at 340-4998 for free quote. A-Z TYPING By Appointment All students, local and international, welcome. Resumes, term and research papers, editing/writing assistance. FAX. Familiar with all formats. Near UCO campus. Call Con at 348-5673. FREE ANONYMOUS AIDS testing & counseling, every Thursday 7:30-9pm. No appt necessary. Wesley Foundation, 311 E Hurd, 341-5450. For testing info call 495-2732. WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER Color and Photo Journalistic B&W's available. Several packages to fit your needs and size of wedding. 10 years experience. Call 341-9032 or 586-4765. 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. SALON RENAISSANCE 1/2 PRICE HAIRCUTS for UCO students and faculty Tues, Feb 22 & Tues, March 1 ONLY Call 751-8888 for appt

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APPT SETTER wanted! Insurance agency will pay top dollar for motivated, friendly person. Great pay, flexible hrs. PERFECT college job. Call Dennis Lusk at 722-7100. FRATERNITIES * SORORITIES Clubs * Student Groups Student organizations earn $1000-$2000 with the easy campusfundraiser.com three-hour fundraising event. No sales required. Fundraising dates are filling quickly, so call today! Contact campusfundraiser.com , (888)923-3238, or visit www.campusfundraiser.com **NEED EXTRA CASH?** PART TIME -FLEXIBLE HRS $8.00+ Per Hour Monitor sales presentations and evaluate results. A positive program backed by an established building cleaning company servicing residential and commercial accounts, 348-4697. FUN, ENERGETIC sitter wanted Mon & Wed 8am-5pm + some weekends. Call Jane at 3020080. GREAT JOB; part time, for college students. Apply in person at Smitty's Wine & Spirits, 12021 N MacArthur, OKC. PART TIME/FULL TIME RECEPTIONIST for an architectural and construction firm. Responsibilities are answering telephone with multi-lines, basic computer skills with light typing, greeting clients, scheduling appointments, filing and other office duties. Must have pleasant personality and be able to interface well with clients in the office as well as on the telephone. This job works well for students as they are allowed to study during office hours if work load permits. Salary is $6.26/hr. Please fax resume to 340-7254 or mail to: Hornbeek Larsson Hinchey Architects, P.C. 200 N Sooner Rd, Edmond, OK 73034. NOW HIRING for day/evening cooks and wait staff. Apply in person at Brick's, 617 S Broadway, Edmond. FIRST CHRISTIAN Church Childcare Center is needing afternoon teachers and subs. Please apply at 206 E 1st. ARE YOU A BREAD HEAD? Looking for afternoon person to slice bread, help customers and enjoy the bakery's aroma.. Stop by to fill out an application at Big Sky Bread Co, 6606 N Western, OKC. DAMON'S Now accepting applications for servers. Check out our concept at: www.damons.com Please apply in person at 4401 W Reno OKC or call 917-7427. EDMOND WAL MART Is now hiring! Immediate openings for remodeling crew. We are hiring for the following shifts: 8am-5pm, 210pm and 10pm-7am. We will train. If interested, please apply at 3200 S Broadway in layaway. EDMOND GOLF Course needs snack bar/beverage cart help, flexible hours, 3404653. GOOD EARTH Health Foods has sales position, 9-2 or 2-7. Apply at 1415 S Boulevard; Edmond. PALACE ACQUIRE seeking all majors. Stop by University Center, Rm 338 ASAP for more info. INTEGRIS HEALTH CAREER DAY Please join us on Monday, Feb 28 for the INTEGRIS Health Career Day! We will have representatives from all areas on-site to answer your questions about full and part time positions and conduct on-site interviews. INTEGRIS Health currently has a variety of part time positions perfect for students going into Fitness, Exercise Management, Nursing, Laboratory, Pharmacy, Education and many more. We are also looking to hire summer staff for our Fun & Fit summer day camp and we will be making conditional job offers, so please don't miss out on this opportunity!! Our Career Day is being held from 7:30am-7:00pm in Conference Rooms F, G, & H located in the Concourse level of INTEGRIS Baptist Medical Center. INTEGRIS Health offers a multitude of benefits including tuition reimbursement, and fitness center. For more information, please call 947-3510.

BLDG ATTENDANT/Security, 2 or 3 evenings a week, 5-11 pm. Occasional weekends when available. Off NW Expressway & May Ave. Professional appearance and good written and oral communication skills a MUST. Good study time, 787-9019. MADOLE WAGNER Huhn & Co seeking accounting majors. Stop by University Center, Rm 338 ASAP for more info. START YOUR OWN E-Commerce business. Work your own hours from home. Great for people needing extra money. Contact Jared Cox at 974-4533. MCDONALDS CORP seeking all majors. Stop by University Center, Rm 338 ASAP for more info. CHILDCARE POSITION at local church. Sunday mornings; more/other hours possible. $6.50/hr, call 341-3205 for application and job description. LARCO ENTERPRISES (Sonic) seeking ALL majors. Stop by University Center, RM 338 ASAP for more info. TODDLER TEACHER - Early childhood environment, part time, 2:45-6pm M-F. Starting wage $6.25/hr. Call 942-5294. NEED PART TIME front office receptionist near UCO M/W/F 8-5. Fax resume to 3595042 or stop by Chappelwood Financial Services at 515 S Bryant, Edmond. RETAIL BAKERY needs part time sales help, experience helpful, flexible scheduling, 3598308. PART TIME Marketing Assistant. Must possess good writing skills and be creative. Macintosh experience helpful, but not required. Fax resume to 879-5633, Attn: Amy. SOCIAL SERVICE Agency hiring part time residential assistants working with adults with developmental disabilities. Weekend shifts available Friday 11pm thru Sun 3pm. These positions are entry level and training is provided. Interested applicants call Linda at 341-7132 or apply at 10 E 9th in Edmond. DUE TO EXPANSION, Edmond non-profit agency serving adults with developmental disabilities has immediate openings. Full time VHTS M-F 8am-4pm. FT/PT CNA's Mon-Fri 2-10pm, Sat & Sun lam-11 pm. Competitive starting pay & benefits. Will train in all positions. Call Linda at 341-7132 or apply at 10 E 9th in Edmond.

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SOCIAL SERVICE Agency hiring part time residential assistants working with adults with developmental disabilities. Overnight position available 11 pm to 8:30am (paid sleeping time). These positions are entry level and training is provided. Interested applicants call Linda at 341-7132 or apply at 10 E 9th in Edmond. AMERICAN EXPRESS Financial Advisors seeking all majors. Stop by University Center, Rm 338, ASAP for more info. LOVE CLOTHES? LOVE PEOPLE? Women's specialty apparel store has PT & FT positions available in North Park Mall location. Please apply in person. COLE & REED is seeking Bachelor level accounting student. Stop by University Center, Rm 338, ASAP for more info. PROFESSOR'S FAMILY needs childcare, home teaching help with 12-yr-old son with autism. Training provided, no experience necessary. References required. Prefer Special Ed or Speech Path major, 359-1696. ENTERPRISE Rent-a-Car is seeking all business majors. Stop by University Center, Rm 338, ASAP for more info. AFLAC seeking all majors with communication and people skills. More information available at University Center, Rm 338. Stop in ASAP. EXCITING, FUN, part time job, great for college students, to do market research for radio broadcasting company. $8/hr, M-Th, 49pm. Call 840-5271.

FOR RENT 1 & 2 BEDROOM APTS, Duplexes & Townhomes, Kennedy Place Apts, 1010 N Kennedy, Edmond (Across from UCO), 3417911. Welcome Students! ONE BEDROOM apt, unfurnished. Appliances, gas & water paid. NO PETS! Located near UCO, 1217 N Roosevelt, $300/mo plus deposit, 341-9651. CHOWNING HEIGHTS APTS 1 bed $360/mo; 2 bed $460/mo; efficiency $260/mo. NEW: paint, carpet, appliances, heat/air. One block E on Crown off Chowning (NE of Wantland Stadium), 844-5230.

Bible Study University Center, Room 318 Every Tuesday 12:15 - 1:15 p.m. For more information call 692-1067or 277-3602