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UCO student advises others to cooperate with officials

by Mark Schlachtenhaufen ms@thevistaonline.com Before Jan 8, UCO student Saad Feroz never had a run in with the law.

Early that morning, Feroz went to check in with the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) Sub Office in Oklahoma City. Eight hours later, after being arrested and told he would be deported, Feroz left the same INS office.

Following the unresolved incident, Feroz said he has some advice for other international students.

"I want the international students to know that this is something that happened to me and I don't want it happening to you," Feroz said.

After entering the Sub Office on 4400 SW 44th St., Feroz was told to wait in line and was handed a number, "6." Other international students were also in line.

Feroz said that at about 11 a.m., he took an oath and was photographed and fingerprinted, once on each hand. He was asked to hand over his documents, including his student visa, college transcript, social security card and some forms.

The INS official studied his transcript, and said he wasn't sure if Feroz was "out of status" or not. As he waited, two INS officials conferred. Then Feroz was escorted to a different workstation where someone told him he was "out of status" and deportable because he had an "F" on his transcript, even though he was in otherwise good academic standing at UCO. Feroz couldn't understand why. Again, the official said it was because of the "F." Feroz explained that he thought he had followed all the rules, that he had never heard of "out of status" before.

Feroz was fingerprinted once more, on each finger this time, and photographed. The INS official there finished doing the paperwork and told Feroz to "sign here." At the time, Feroz

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INS detains students for visa 'technicalities' Vista staff reports ucovista@hotmail.com At least six UCO international students have been temporarily detained and questioned on "various technicalities" since Jan. 6 while reporting to the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS).

The students were complying with guidelines stipulated under the INS National Security Entry-Exit Registration System (NSEERS), said Barry Royce, acting officer in charge of the Oklahoma City INS Sub Office.

Neither Royce, Patricia Mancha, community relations officer for the INS Dallas District, nor Charlie Johnson, UCO News Bureau director, would confirm the reason for the students' detention, though Johnson did say he heard one of the issues involved grades.

"The INS is doing their job.

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They're doing what they need to do based on regulations. We understand why this is happening. This is a situation where some people may have...described it as a backlash by the INS," Johnson said.

Mancha said international students not fulfilling the government's study requirements are in violation of the law.

"This means they're in the country illegally," Mancha said.

"If an individual has a criminal offense, an outstanding warrant or is considered a 'flight risk,' they are in violation of immigration law. That is a deportable offense."

Offenders are arraigned before an INS judge 60 to 90 days after an arrest has been made, Mancha said.

Royce described the legal proceedings as "like a criminal court, but on a smaller scale."

"INS attorneys present the

facts of the case to the judge, then the defendant is allowed to present his or her case. The judge then makes a decision based on the case-specific information," Royce said.

If the defendant desires to have an attorney argue the case, he must provide his own legal counsel.

"There is no public defender program," Royce said.

He said the judge has the power to reinstate the defendant to good status or to have them removed from the country.

"The decisions are made on a case-by-case basis," Royce said.

Congress implemented NSEERS nationwide following the events of Sept. 11, 2001. The purpose of the program is to monitor all foreign nationals, especially those the government feels "present an elevated national security concern," whether visiting or residing in the United

States.

It requires individuals entering the country to be photographed, fingerprinted and interviewed by an INS officer.

After the first 30 days, they are required to report to their local INS office annually.

"So far, 50,000 people have registered with the program," Mancha said.

UCOInternational Student Services provides current and prospective international students information on relevant programs such as NSEERS. More information is available at www.bronze.ucok.edu/ioffice.

An informational meeting regarding new NSEERS regulations will be held at 1 p.m. Jan. 17 in the Nigh University Center, Ballroom A.

Brenda Camp could someday find herself intimately involved in the war against terrorism.

As Edmond Medical Center's emergency nursing director, Camp spends part of her day in the emergency room.

In the event of large-scale bioterrorism, patients with smallpox would end up in ERs like hers.

The events of Sept. 11, 2001 and subsequent related activity heightened fears that a group of individuals or a government might use the highly infectious smallpox virus as a weapon against the United States.

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) rates smallpox as a Category A agent along with anthrax, plague and botulism. Historically, the most common version of smallpox, Variola major, has an overall fatality rate of 30 percent.

Later this month, as many as 13,000 doses of smallpox vaccine will be available to the Oklahoma State Department of Health's front—line healthcare providers, said Dr. Timothy Cathey, the Oklahoma State Department of Health medical director for bioterrorism preparedness.

The latest CDC statistics show that for every one million persons vaccinated for the first time there would be 1.2 deaths, said Cathey. For every one million persons previously vaccinated and

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Smallpox vaccine aims to counter bioterrorism

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now receiving a second injection of the vaccine there would be 0.2 deaths.

"We need to understand that some people may be harmed as a result of this action," Cathey said.

"These are not peacetime actions — these are wartime measures. It's a coun-

termeasure to be better prepared. There is cost associated with this course of action; there's no such thing as zero risk."

The benefits of receiving the smallpox vaccine far outweigh the risks, said Cathey, who is coordinating Oklahoma's smallpox vaccination program.

How Smallpox Spreads Rash Dispersal

Typically, ksions first appear on the tongue and In the throat After about two days, these lesions disappear and the Infection enters its next phase.

After the virus spreads through the blood system, it manifests as a rash on the surface of the skin, The rash will eventualb, take on a blister-like form which fills with infectious material

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Healthcare workers like Camp, who could be directly affected by a bioterrorism attack, must decide whether or not they wish to take the smallpox vaccine and the risks associated with it.

"I have not made that decision yet," Camp said.

President Bush announced the new national smallpox vaccination plan last month. He was vaccinated soon after.

A smallpox outbreak could occur if the virus escaped from a research lab, if a victim transmitted the disease, or via an aerosol release into a closed environment such as an airport or subway terminal, Cathey said.

Cathey said front line healthcare workers, including the volunteer members of the smallpox response teams, would be vaccinated first so they would be able to treat others.

"In the past, when you had outbreaks of smallpox, too often they occurred in the hospital and a large proportion of healthcare workers were first infected and they took it home and infected their families," Cathey said.

"So, therefore, these are the people that are at greater risk if an attack occurs.

If they're protected, and healthy, then they're much more able to help the rest of the public."

On average, five to seven individuals serve on each of the state's nine response teams, Cathey said. Three teams are asso-

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Brad Henry was sworn in as the 26th governor of Oklahoma. His first task in office will be to address the state's budget problems.

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JANUARY 16, 2003

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If you receive an "F" you are a dangerous person A "digital detention facility," housing data on international students across the country, is being compiled by the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS).

INS databases are tracking students and their academic progress while they attend universities in the United States.

Nationalities first to report are from countries having ties to the government's war on terrorism.

Many UCO students have been processed and some have been arrested on "minor technicalities," most involving grades on their college transcripts. Some students with just a single "F" on their transcript are being arrested.

It became clear to the United States government after the first World Trade Center attack in New York City on Feb. 26, 1993 that a computer tracking system was needed to monitor international students.

Following the events of Sept. 11, 2001 and the passage of the USA Patriot Act, this

tracking system was given an integration deadline: January 1, 2003.

International F students complying with U.S. immigration laws have nothing to hide. They are not being arrested for suspicious activity or for previous infractions.

They are being arrested for a letter grade, given by an instructor rating their performance in a class and their knowledge of a subject. Overall they are in good academic standing.

The policy, which states that an international student should be arrested and deported because of a single "F," or for not carrying a certain number of credit hours has absolutely nothing to do with national security.

Once arrested, they have one chance to plead their case before an INS judge; they cannot appeal. And, unlike the criminal justice system, they must provide their own attorney. Also, international students are only allowed to work a certain number of hours; the typical international student

works 20 hours a week at minimum wage.

International students are in a one-shot situation, with their worthy goal of bettering themselves in the hands of an INSappointed committee.

It is only the beginning of the "Database Age." With the passage of the Homeland Security Act, all Americans, not just international students, have been or will be affected by profiling — we will receive a number in a government database tracking and housing formerly private information.

Where will it end?

America prides itself on being the world's "melting pot." Americans have fought and died defending their rights, including due process, guaranteed in the Constitution.

When an international student can be deported for having one "F" on their transcript, what does this policy say about our nation, one nation under God, with liberty and justice for all?

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Budget Crisis: State Needs Action, Not More Talk

Gallons of editorial ink have been spent on the budget crisis.

By now, Oklahomans should be well aware of the situation adversely affecting state agencies, including the Education Department.

Our new governor, Brad Henry, has probably had hundreds of conversations about the topic with political leaders, education advocates and concerned parents. A portion of his second day on the job was spent at the Education Summit in Oklahoma City, discussing the issue with members of a statewide coalition of educators.

Brad Henry's heart is in the right place.

He's a family man, with children who will be progressing through the state's education system. He has said education will be his number one priority.

But the fiscal problems facing Oklahoma, and other states, are daunting. Governor Henry can't do it on his own. State legislators have contended that there isn't enough money available to fix the problems. What are their priorities?

It's time for legislators to stop ignoring the budget crisis, especially the situation related to education. If Oklahomans truly believe children are our future, it's time for action.

During the first week of the new legislative session, which begins Feb. 3, the Legislature should take action. Legislators should either reform government or find ways to raise the revenue needed to save our schools and properly fund higher education, to keep students here and to stop "Brain Drain."

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INS, from page 1 said he was not told to read over the form before signing.

He was given three options: one, he could "appeal" his case to a judge who would determine his fate. Two, he could tell the INS that he. would be afraid to go back to his homeland. Or three, he would agree to being here illegally, waive his right to a hearing and go to jail.

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Feroz said he was too emotional to recall his exact actions.

After signing, the official told him to report to his INS "parole officer" once each month until the trial date. He was told to keep his release papers with him at all times. Feroz said he left the sub-office at about 4:30 p.m .

The trial date has not yet been set, Feroz said. Since no attorney was provided for him,

Feroz has to pay for one, something he said he cannot afford.

"Make appropriate planning for the day and take every document necessary. Don't be late. Be polite. No matter what the authorities tell you, do what they tell you. We are visitors in this country and we should obey their laws."

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The calm exteriors of the UCO physical plant. Soon employees will begin the another phase of campus renovations.

MO maneuvers improvements with performance contracting

by Caroline Duke cd@thevistaonline.com UCO began relying on performance contracting, a costand energy-savings plan, in February 2002 because it wasn't receiving funds from the state to pay for heating and air conditioning maintenance costs, said Don Powers, Director of Quality Assurance/Safety and Environment.

Performance contracts are used by many higher education institutions and allow for replacements, repairs and maintenance that would improve facility necessities such as heating, air conditioning and light-

ing systems, said Charlie Johnson, UCO News Bureau director.

Johnson said crews will begin the latest phase of campus renovation in late January or early February, in which the Business Building, Liberal Arts Building, Lillard Administration Building and Evans Hall will be connected by underground pipes to the central and boiler plants for new heating systems, he said.

Performance contracting enables UCO to acquire new equipment without spending extra money. UCO is borrowing against future savings and paying for the new equipment with the money saved, said Johnson.

Because no extra money is spent on new equipment and the savings are made through lower energy costs, the systems are guaranteed to pay for themselves over a 20-year period, he said.

"With, the new equipment, the actual [energy] cost is less because they are more energy efficient," Johnson said.

The contracts are with Johnson Controls, Inc., an automotive and controls company based out of Milwaukee, Wis., he said.

Renovations have already been made in Thatcher Hall, Murdaugh Hall, the Art Building and the Central Cafeteria.

Mysterious explosion startles UCO campus

by Mark Schlachtenhaufen ms@thevistaonline. corn The morning of Jan. 9 was proceeding normally for UCO students, faculty and staff until they heard what sounded like an explosion.

Edmond Police Department (EPD) spokeswoman Glynda Chu said the department's emergency response team was on campus conducting a training exercise. During the exercise, an FBI special agent was working with the EPD's bomb technician, she said.

UCO spokesman Charlie Johnson said of the training exercise, "I was in my office when I heard the noise and that was the first I knew about it."

UCO administration was not told in advance there would be an explosive device detonated, Johnson said. As a result, administration will review its policy on police training exercises, specifically about permitting the use of explosives on campus, he said.

Since Sept. 11 2001, people are more "jumpy," he said.

The exercise was held in East Hall, vacant since May 2001.

sives detonation. Bomb technicians remove and destroy explosives such as military ordnance, certain chemicals and fireworks.

Jeff Harp, director of the UCO Department of Public Safety (DPS) ; said DPS had no prior knowledge of the explosion. Up to this point, UCO's relationship with EPD and the Edmond Fire Department has been productive, Harp said.

Harp did not believe the DPS had received calls from the UCO community about the incident.

The UCO Department of Housing maintains the building, a former resident hall, also occasionally used as a training ground by the Edmond Fire Department.

Chu declined to go into further detail about the exercise.

She said units within the EPD train on a monthly basis.

Gary Johnson, a special agent with the Oklahoma City FBI office, said the special agent at the site was training the EPD bomb technician in small explo-

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) From the tribal chiefs who shared the stage to the "Living Cultural Treasures" who watched from the audience, Monday's inauguration of Gov. Brad Henry had a distinctively Oklahoma flavor.

Henry was sworn in as Oklahoma's 26th governor on a stage ringed with red, white and blue bunting where statewide officials sat next to the chiefs of 39 American Indian nations and tribes based in Oklahoma.

The stage was flanked by dozens of state flags bearing the star-shaped state seal on a pale blue background. Members of the Kiowa Black Leggings Society, wearing traditional feathered headdress and clothing, served as a color guard.

For many tribal members, Henry's inauguration was their first of an Oklahoma governor.

"The spirit of Oklahoma came alive today in this inauguration," said Lynn Adair, public information coordinator for the United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians in Oklahoma.

Margo Gray, a member of the Osage Tribe, said she was pleased when Henry called for unity among Oklahomans and specifically recognized the contributions of tribal members, including the Black Leggings Society.

"We were really optimistic and really moved," Gray said.

"We've been overlooked for many years."

"He's looking at all nationalities," said Don Adair, Lynn Adair's husband and a member of the United Keetoowah Band council.

'He's going to work with all the people. That's the kind of governor we need," he said.

Oklahomans played pivotal roles in the ceremony.

Prerna Gupta, a former student of first lady Kim Henry who is currently studying at Stanford University, presided over the inaugural ceremony.

Metropolitan Opera soprano Leona Mitchell of Enid per-

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formed "The Star Spangled Banner" and "Oklahoma." N. Scott Momaday, a Pulitzer Prize winner who was born in Lawton, read a poem written for the inauguration.

Momaday and artist Charles Banks Wilson, whose murals and paintings of the events and people who shaped Oklahoma decorate the state Capitol's rotunda, were among the 'Living Cultural Treasures of Oklahoma" who were recognized during the inauguration.

Wilson, who has captured the likenesses of representatives of 200 Indian tribes since 1935, said the ceremony captured the essence of Oklahoma's people.

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New chancellor gears up for challenges

by Mark Schlachtenhaufen ms@thevistaonline.com Paul Risser, Oklahoma's new higher education chancellor, isn't intimidated by challenges.

Despite the fact that Oklahoma is facing the worst budget crisis in state history, Risser said he is excited about the future of higher education.

Risser, an Oklahoman for the second time, has high praise for the State Regents for Higher Education system.

"I've worked very hard for higher education in a number of states and now to be able to do it in Oklahoma adds a whole other dimension in the importance of what I do. I've had a chance to both know about and to participate in a number of states' systems and I think higher education in Oklahoma is organized very, very well."

Risser's first day in office was on Jan. 6. He is Oklahoma's fifth chancellor for higher education in state history.

The chancellor said the quality of Oklahoma's college presidents is another plus for higher education, along with the regents' Oklahoma Higher Learning Access Program.

Risser said his collective experience of being a college president twice over should serve him well with an important aspect of his job, relating to the presidents of Oklahoma's 25 colleges and universities.

"Having served as the president of two universities, I have virtually a complete understanding of what a president is trying

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Paul Risser to accomplish," Risser said.

Risser was president of Oregon State University, where he also taught botany. From 1993-1995 he held the same posts at Miami University (Ohio).

Risser said Oklahoma's biggest challenge is to increase the number of citizens possessing a college degree. They earn more than non-degree holders, are less absent at work and less likely to be in jail. Also, unemployment costs less for college graduates because they use fewer social services.

Risser said as chancellor he will strive to make Oklahoma's colleges and universities as successful as possible. Risser's resume is testament to the amount of success he's had in life, success he credits to his parents.

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fee of $1.50 per credit hour in December 2002.

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"It is a savior for us," McNeely said.

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"I think all those hours riding the tractor, taking the hay to the cattle at night, you just observe a lot about the natural surroundings. My father had a masters in botany."

The chancellor's resume includes a BA in biology, an MS in botany and a Ph.D. in botany.

He comes to Oklahoma from Oregon, a state filled with natural wonders like Willamette Valley and Mt. Hood.

At the University of New Mexico, he was provost and vice president for academic affairs. At the University of Illinois, Urbana, he headed Illinois' Natural History Survey. In Washington, D.C., he directed the National Science Foundation's Ecosystems Studies Program, administering $14 million in scientific grants.

He taught at the University of Oklahoma from 1967-1981, where he was a full professor and chair of OU's Department of Botany and Microbiology.

Risser holds positions on numerous international, national, state and local boards and committees. Among his many accomplishments in the private sector, he was an elder in the Presbyterian Church and he has been a successful author having had numerous books and papers published.

He is married to Les, a former English teacher. He has four adult sons, Les two adult daughters.

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During his childhood in Blackwell, Risser said his parents conveyed to their children a clear expectation to be successful in life. At the end of each week, he was held accountable for his accomplishments.

Risser said he, his twin brother and his younger brother were expected to support each other in their endeavors. Risser was active in basketball and track, his twin brother in drama. They both sang in school choir.

Another value his mother and father taught him was honesty.

"There just wasn't any wiggle room. It was honesty, period. I hope I've lived up to that; it's been real important to me."

In junior high, at the urging of his parents and grandparents, Risser transferred from a small, rural school near Blackwell to "town" school. The rural school had 28 students. At the larger school, faced with much more competition, Risser said he had to work harder to be successful.

It was a good learning lesson, Risser said.

He learned other lessons from a junior high teacher, Mrs. Mann, who had a long-lasting impact on him. Risser said that although her class was filled with about 20 other students, she was able to make each student feel special.

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Risser said that's partly due to her reduced eyesight, the result of macular degeneration, which has forced her to rely on National Public Radio to keep up with current events she can revisit several weeks later.

The chancellor diplomatically discussed her political views.

"I'll probably get in serious trouble for completing this sentence, but she is really quite liberal."

Risser's father, Paul Sr., died about three years ago. For much of his life, his father commuted from Blackwell to Wichita, Kan., where he worked for Boeing managing a quality and control laboratory.

"He actually sort of had two lives. He had that life at Boeing and he also loved the farm."

Risser used the words softspoken, honest and hard working to describe his father, quieter than his mother, who tended to dominate their conversations.

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"Cutting the databases is certainly not a desired outcome, but is a possible outcome," McVey said.

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budget problem is to stop paying for the statewide databases. Had the new student library fee not been approved, these databases would be eliminated anyway because revenue would not be available to pay for them.

Currently, students pay a library improvement fee of $2.50. This fee is paying off bonds used for the renovation and building of Chambers Library, and cannot be used for the databases, McNeely said.

Christie Slott, interior design junior, says upgrading is always a great thing and she does not mind paying.

Psychology senior John Seagrabes wants other fees to be used for the library.

"We should use the wellness fee for the library because some of us are never going to use it," he said.

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by Mark Schlachtenhaufen ms@thevistaonline.com As disappointing economic statistics come in and the budget deficit deepens, Oklahoma's education and political leaders search for various ways compensate.

Numerous ideas have been mentioned, including: ■ Passing a temporary one-cent sales tax increase. The Oklahoma Education Association (OEA) estimates it would bring in more than $300 million annually.

■ Creating a lottery. Most estimates have a state-run lottery in Oklahoma eventually raising from $150-$300 million annually.

■ Increasing state gasoline and diesel fuel taxes. The OEA estimates this move could bring in $75 million.

■ Increasing tobacco taxes could add another $70 million.

■ Renegotiating the Native American gaming compact. The OEA estimates this move could yield $300-$650 million.

Smallpox, from page 1 ciated with the state Health Department. The others are with the Oklahoma City County Health Department and the Tulsa County Health Department.

After a smallpox attack, the response teams would investigate suspected cases and work to control the outbreak, Cathey said. As they tracked down other possible victims, samples would be sent to the CDC for confirmatory analysis.

A mock bioterrorism drill conducted in April helped prepare Oklahoma's healthcare providers. When asked, Oklahoma will be prepared to respond, Cathey said.

First responders—police officers, EMS workers and firemen—would be vaccinated following front—line healthcare providers, Cathey said. The federal government has not set a date for when this group would receive the vaccine. Some doses might arrive in February, Cathey said.

According to the CDC, in an emergency, the government's supply of the smallpox vaccine is such that every American could be vaccinated.

"There is enough of the vaccine in the country to provide vaccine for everyone, in the event of an emergency. It's just not all FDA-approved at this point," Cathey said_.._ The vaccine, which helps the body develop immunity to smallpox, is made from a virus related to smallpox. The live virus is injected into the body. The vaccine does not contain the small-

• Examining administrative costs in order to improve efficiency. The amount of money this could save the state is difficult to estimate.

Not all of the revenue would go to education. All state agencies have felt the effects of the budget crunch. Governor Brad Henry said it would take a bipartisan effort to resolve the issue.

"Everyone will have to tighten their belts, but hopefully, by thoroughly examining agency spending, we can minimize the disruption to vital state services," Henry said in a press release issued Dec. 20.

"If department heads can't justify each dollar that they spend, then maybe we can redirect that money to other priorities such as public school classrooms or health services for the elderly."

Officials say both short-term and long-term solutions are needed to raise revenue. The "quick-fix" solution would be the one-cent Oales tax increase. If

passed by the Legislature, revenue collections from it could begin 90 days later.

The temporary increase

pox virus and cannot cause smallpox, Cathey said.

Smallpox is spread by prolonged face-to-face contact and through direct contact with infected body fluids or contaminated objects, like clothing.

Rarely has smallpox spread by the airborne form of the virus, which loses 90 percent of its matter in 24 hours.

Victims are most contagious during the first seven to 10 days after the rash appears, but may be contagious with the onset of fever, an early symptom, along with body aches and vomiting.

Small red spots appear, often on the tongue and in the mouth.

Then they spread over the body, developing into scabs. Victims are contagious until the last scab falls off.

The vaccine will be administered to civilians on a voluntary basis. The military vaccination program is separate from the state program, Cathey said. Troops deploying to the Middle East have been vaccinated.

Last month, the federal government sent a letter to Edmond Medical Center seeking an estimate of the number of its employees whom would want to be vaccinated, Camp said.

To protect patients, workers would be vaccinated at different times, she said.

Edmond Medical Center administration is researching the vaccine's risks and will give that data to its employees so they can make informed decisions themselves, she said. Camp was vaccinated as a child and does not remember suffering any serious side effects, just a sore arm.

The smallpox virus began

affecting humans thousands of years ago. It is believed that animals cannot carry the virus.

Most vaccine recipients do not experience severe side effects, but some do, Cathey said. They range from mild reactions — sore arm, fever and body aches — to severe reactions that may include death.

Not everyone should be vaccinated. According to the CDC, people with certain skin conditions (eczema, atopic dermatitis), weakened immune systems, pregnant women, children under 12 and anyone allergic to the vaccine or any of its components should not be vaccinated.

Screening potential vaccine recipients will lessen the number of those who experience severe side effects, Cathey said.

According to the CDC, two

"If department heads can't justify each dollar that they spend, then maybe we can redirect that money to other priorities such as public school classrooms or health services for the elderly."

- Gov. Brad Henry would remain in place until the next general election in 2004. At that time, Oklahoma taxpayers would determine the final fate of the increase.

"Nothing could bring in money as quickly as a penny sales tax," said Carolyn Crowder, president of the OEA, which represents abOut 40,000 teachers.

"It is an alternative to what will happen if the Legislature does nothing.''

If nothing is done, before the end of the current academic school year, some school districts, up to 100, could run out of money, Crowder said. Legal judgments against these districts would result in automatic property tax increases.

"So there's going to be a tax increase one way or another," Crowder said.

Public support for a state-run lottery dedicated to education is high. A recent poll showed 74 percent of Oklahomans approved of such a measure, Crowder said.

During the gubernatorial campaign, both Gov. Henry and Independent candidate Gary Richardson touted a lottery.

But a lottery would be more of a long-term solution, taking an estimated three to five years to reach maturity. The jury is still out on how much money it would actually raise, Crowder

treatments — investigational new drugs Vaccinia Immune Globulin (VIG) and cidofovir — are available to help ease the side effects. ,First-time vaccine recipients can expect a high level of immunization from smallpox for three to five years, Cathey said. After that, effectiveness gradually decreases. Immunity lasts longer for those previou,sly vaccinated and now receiving a second dose.

The vaccine is administered to the upper arm. Since the vaccine contains a live virus, to keep it from spreading to others, proper care of the vaccination site is encouraged.

Information about smallpox and the vaccine is available on the CDC website (www.CDC.gov).

said.

"Some states have had success with it when they used it for things that are 'icing on the cake,"' Crowder said.

"We'd have to be sure of what we wanted to use the lottery money for. That's why we need this time to get that clear."

In Henry's plan, half the lottery revenue would fund college scholarships. The rest would go to common education.

Crowder said another longterm solution would be to ensure that education remains a budgetary priority. From fiscal year (FY) 1995 to FY 2001, other state agencies had much larger budget increases than common education.

During that period, common education's budget increased 38.8 percent, higher education's increased 46.3 percent, the Department of Transportation's increased 82.8 percent and the Department of Correction's increased 96.7 percent.

Crowder said the average Oklahoman could do something about the budget crisis. First, they should educate themselves on the issue, decide what they believe to be the best solution and then communicate their desire to their state legislator.

Oklahomans can also do volunteer work for the school of their choice, Crowder said. State educators have seen an overwhelming show of support from citizens and businesses during the budget crisis, she said.

Raising the revenue won't be easy, Crowder said.

"History has shown that it's extremely difficult to get a revenue increase in Oklahoma," Crowder said.

"Oklahomans and Oklahoma Legislatures don't like voting for tax increases. So they have to know that it's the biggest crisis that we've had in our state's history and the numbers can show them that."

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by Summer Pratt sp@thevistaonline.com A youth-centered service event is planned for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Jan. 20 through the UCO Volunteer Center.

UCO students and high school students from Oklahoma City and Edmond Public Schools will meet with elementary school children and volunteers from Regional Service Learning Center in the gymnasium of Chapel Ridge Apartments in Edmond, said Veronica Penn, coordinator for the Volunteer Center.

The event is part of a national program entitled, "Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day On Not Off," she said.

Pena said she is excited about this event because it is the first time UCO has combined a service activity with the holiday.

The Volunteer Center has taken on King's saying, "Everybody is great because everybody can serve," as its motto for the day, she said.

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Channel 22 interviews a Black Student Association member about the march in memory of Dr. King. apartments to make multicultural pillows that will be donated to Edmond hospice. The pillows will have iron-on stickers that say, "I have a dream."

After the pillow making activity, the volunteers and children will eat pizza and watch a film about King.

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Those participating in the parade will ride in vans with posters commemorating King's work.

Pena said UCO students who want to participate should call to confirm by Jan. 17 or arrive at 10 a.m. Jan. 20 in front of Citizen's Bank in the Nigh University Center.

"We are really excited to be doing this for the first time and encourage everyone to come out," Pena said.

UCO celebrated King's legacy on Jan.15 with the annual march around campus and a one-hour vigil held in the UCO Y-Chapel.

King, born in 1929, devoted his life to civil rights and was assassinated in Memphis, Tenn., in 1968.

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Delta Zeta Sorority's spring recruitment begins at 8:30 p.m. Jan. 23 at the Delta Zeta house, 329 East Campbell. Dress is casual. For more information, call Amber at 249-5889, Elizabeth at 613-5044 or the Delta Zeta house at 8441902.

Friday International Student Services is holding an informational meeting for all students effected by the new INS requirements at 1 p.m.

Jan. 17 in the Nigh University Center Ballroom A. For more information, call International Student Services at 974-2390.

Delta Zeta Sorority's spring recruitment begins at 8:30 p.m. Jan. 24 at the Delta Zeta house, 329 East Campbell. Church dress is requested. For more information, call Amber at 249-5889, Elizabeth at 613-5044 or the Delta Zeta house at 844-1902.

The cost for USABDA members is $5. Regular admission is $7. For more information, call Patrick Haines at 6708135.

Sunday The Edmond Baha'i Center has Sunday morning devotions at 10 a.m. every week at 321 E. Campbell. For more information, call 348-9992.

The Oklahoma City chapter of the United States Amateur Ballroom Dance Association (USABDA) is hosting a ballroom dance party from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Jan. 31 at the OKC SWing Club, located on the NW corner of NE 50th and Meridian. Dress is casual, no jeans please.

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The victory marked the Broncho's streak to 21 straight dual wins from last season's opener and 16 consecutive home match wins dating back to the 1999-00 season.

Coach David James said, "When you win with the margin we did, you feel good, positive."

UCO won eight of the 10 matches to improve to 6-0 on the year.

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Community College head football coach Chuck Langston Dec. 20 to fill the position left vacant after last semester's firing of Gary Howard.

"We're excited that Chuck has accepted our offer to become the head football coach at UCO," athletic director Skip Wagnon said.

Langston, 29, hired three assistants Dec. 23 retaining 19year veteran secondary coach Chuck Bailey.

Mike Monroe, offensive coordinator at Northeastern State last year, will take over that position for UCO in 2003.

Bryan Gorka will be UCO's new defensive coordinator previously serving in that capacity under Langston at Trinity Valley.

Langston served the past three years as TVCC's head coach leading two of his three teams to the Southwest Junior College Football Conference playoffs.

Langston recently added OSU quarterback Aso Pogi to UCO's arsenal in his first recruiting move.

Langston said, "Recruiting is the lifeblood of any program and I plan to hit the ground running in that regard, but I know there's a good nucleus of players back from last year."

"UCO has a long history of succes and we plan to build on that," he said.

UCO will return 16 starters from last year's 5-6 team with a school record of 550-302-46 in its 97-season history.

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Bramlitt (2-4) upset Chadron's 23-11 Jared Webster with a 5-4 sudden victory.

Webster was penalized for stalling with 10 seconds left in the third period to give UCO the match.

Redshirt freshman Jerod Goodwin dropped the 157 match 5-3 to Chadron tying the dual 3-3.

Top-ranked, 165-pounder Shawn Silvis controlled his match scoring on a takedown in the first ten seconds of the first period and stacking up 2:51 in riding time in his 5-0 decision.

The Bronchos pulled away with back-to-back falls from Jason Tapia's Three-quarter Nelson pin and No. 3 Jeff Henning's first quarter fall.

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Cole Province, No. 1 at 133, nailed his opponent to the mat in one minute for the fall.

Heavyweight freshman Josh LeadingFox, Mark Dodgen (125), and Matt Dodgen (141) wrapped up three more wins for the Bronchos to finish off Chadron State 33-6.

UCO takes part in the Division II National Duals at Columbus, Ohio Jan. 18-19.

James said, "This was a good week for us as we get ready for a big weekend. I'm encouraged and excited about what's going to happen."

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by Brad Frizell bf@thevistaonline.com Former OSU backup quarterback Aso Pogi was granted his release from the university and decided to spend his last year of eligibility at UCO Jan. 7.

"We are more than excited to have Pogi come in here and bring his leadership and experience to this program," said new head coach Chuck Langston.

Pogi began his UCO career Monday and will practice with the Broncho's this spring.

Pogi, a 6'4, 245-pound junior, said, "I just want to bring as much to this (program) on and off the field."

Pogi started his collegiate career with the Cowboys in

1999, red shirting his freshman year.

Pogi saw his first action halfway through the 2000 season when the Cowboy's starting quarterback Tony Lindsay had a career ending injury.

Pogi stepped into the leadership role throwing for 1,550 yards and completing 139-of247 passes for six touchdowns.

As a freshman, Pogi's passing numbers were the eighth highest in OSU's history and the most ever by a freshman.

As starting quarterback in 2001, Pogi started all 11 games passing for 1,854 yards with 179-of-296 completions and 11 touchdowns.

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was injured in a vehicle accident which damaged his shoulder, arm and wrist.

He rehabilitated, though missing out on spring training and came back in August to fill the back-up quarterback position for OSU. Pogi finished the 2002 season with 269 yards and 17 out of 40 completions and had one touchdown in the Cowboy's Houston Bowl victory.

Pogi leaves OSU ranked fifth in career passing with 3,673 yards connecting 335-of-583 for a total of 18 touchdowns.

He will compete with UCO's Erick Johnson for the starting quarterback position next season.

Johnson is taking a sabbatical this semester due to the 10 semester rule so he will be eligible to play next season.

Johnson led the Broncho's this season with 2,218 passing yards on 132 out of 240 completions for nine touchdowns.

by Brad Frizell bf@thevistaonline.com UCO women's basketball got a much needed victory beating Texas Woman's University 87-54 Saturday in the Broncho's highest scoring game all season.

The Broncho's win ended a two game losing streak and improved their record to 6-7 on the year.

Trailing early in the first half 20-10, UCO's Kari Edge came off the bench to spark the Broncho's with a nine point jump.

Texas Woman's University never got within ten points through the rest of the first half.

The Bronchos held the score going into the locker room at halftime up 37-24.

In the second half, Texas Woman's tried to come back bringing the score within ten.

Edge stepped up for the Bronchos to score seven points in a 10-0 UCO run.

The Bronchos pulled away little by little finally putting down Texas Woman's 87-54.

UCO's Kari Edge and Erica Bramlett both posted career high scoring games with 22 and 15 points respectively.

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CLASSIFIEDS

JANUARY 16, 2003

DEADLINES:

All classifieds MUST be submitted by noon Tuesday for the Thursday publication, and noon Friday for the Tuesday publication.

Prices: Classified ads cost $3/day for the first 25 words and $.12/word thereafter. PAYMENT IS DUE WHEN

AD IS PLACED. Classified Display ads have same deadlines and prices as regular display ads. Call 9745549 or 974-5916 for additional info.

MEMINIKL__

DO YOU THINK you might be pregnant and need a free confidential pregnancy test or someone to talk to? Call Birth Choice of Edmond at 330-2111.

$1500 WEEKLY potential mailing our circulars. No experience required. Free information packet.

Call 203-683-0202.

**BARTENDER TRAINEES NEEDED** $250/day potential. Local positions.

Call 1-800-293-3985, ext 224.

NEED CASH? Looking for ride to UCO on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. Live near NW 63rd & MacArthur. Will pay. Call 720-5966 or 623-3961.

FAST LANES

Supercenter of Edmond is now hiring carwash attendants, lube techs, and cashiers.

Great pay and opportunity for advancement. Call 844-8084.

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 available *PREPARATION for TOEFL

CONSTRUCTION WORK Immediate openings PT/FT, no experience required. Hard work, good pay. Framing experience a PLUS. Edmond area, call 824-8954.

EDMOND FAMILY needs aide for boy with autism, evenings and weekends. Special Ed or Speech Path major preferred. Excellent English required. Professional training provided. 359-1696 or 922-4032.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE CTR ESL for Internat . ' Students * Prepare for University study * Prepare for the TOEFL * Succeed in a stress-free atmosphere NOW OFFERING GMAT AND GRE CLASSES, CALL FOR DETAILS.

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111=111111_ DENTAL PLAN $11.95 per month

single; $19.95 family. No deductibles, no claim forms. Includes Vision, RX and chiropractic plans.

Affordable health and life plans also.

Call Michelle at 340-4998.

NEED STUDENT as PT personal asst to run errands, help clean my home and vacant apts, M-F 1-5pm.

Close proximity to UCO. Must have a positive attitude, be dependable, trustworthy and do quality work. Call Connie at 341-9651.

PETRA INDUSTRIES has immediate opening for PT handyman to perform light maintenance on 4-yr-old facility. Interested individuals may apply at 2101 S Kelly in Edmond or call Amber at 848-5601, X217.

CONSCIENTIOUS sitter needed 510 hrs/wk. North OKC. Safe car required. Great kids. Good pay.

Flexible. Call 755-4381.

RENTERS- Get $10,000 coverage

MOTO PHOTO in Edmond now hir-

for $17-$22 per month! Great auto rates for good students too. Call Michelle at 340-4998 for free quote.

ing FT/PT. Mini-lab/ digital/ PhotoShop experience a plus. Apply in person. Call 348-5509 or 3405006 for more info.

***ASAP TYPING*** Near campus. Type & edit term papers, writing/editing/research assistance available, ALL formats:APA, ASR, MLA, Turabian, etc. Resumes, manuscripts, novels, theses, database mgmt., or any other computer generated production.

A professional service.

330-8973 IMMIGRATION LAWYER I may be able to help you stay in the United States.

Call: Chad Moody

942-7844 1316 NW 10th St OKC, OK 73016

LOOKING for a BREAD HEAD! Seeking individual for PT afternoon job at Big Sky Bread Co. Cashier duties, slicing bread, some cleaning.

Apply in person at 6606 N Western, OKC.

NON-PROFIT seeks fill-in night duty worker. Qualified candidate will provide prompt, courteous service toall after-hours callers, act as dispatcher during times of emergency, and maintain security at night, on weekends, and during holidays. HS diploma, courteous phone manners, good verbal and written skills, willingness to learn a must. Send resume to: Attn: Khina Hiltbrand, 601 NE 6th St, OKC, OK 73104.

NEED HOUSEKEEPING

team member, must work weekends and holidays, hrs are 12 noon to 4pm. 2024 hrs available this semester. Apply at Arcadian Inn, 328 E First, between 10am and 1pm or contact Martha or Verla at 348-6347.

MAZZIO'S PIZZA is now hiring delivery drivers. Apply in person at 1132 S Broadway, Edmond.

IF YOU ARE looking for a rewarding career and enjoy helping people, then consider working for Panhandle Opportunities. We are an agency that provides services for individuals with Developmental Disabilities in their family home.

I have two openings in Edmond with a 22-yr-old male: 9am-2pm M-F and 2-9pm M-F. Job duties include but not limited to: assist w/bathing, dressing, preparing lunch or dinner.

Community outings such as basketball and football games, movies, etc...

Requirements- Must be at least 18 yrs old, have transportation, able to lift and transfer 168 lbs from wheelchair to vehicle, etc... Must be able to attend required training, paid for by the agency. Contact:

PANHANDLE OPPORTUNITIES 844-2085 NURSERY WORKER wanted for Church on Sundays and mid-week as needed. $6.50/hr. 18+ only please. Call 359-9092.

NEED PT babysitter for 2 children ages 3 & 4, 1-2 days/wk, occasional evenings, flexible schedule. Prefer Education or Early Childhood major.

Pay negotiable, 330-6855.

BOB MILLS FURNITURE needs PT help for customer service, evenings and weekends. Flexible schedule.

Apply at 3600 W Reno, OKC.

BOB MILLS FURNITURE needs PT help for warehouse, evenings and weekends. Flexible schedule. Apply at 3600 W Reno, OKC. DAYCARE WORKERS

needed

2:30-6 M-F. Call 330-3077.

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Public Schools Transportation Dept is in NEED of SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS. Free CDL training. Starting pay $8.44/hr, min 4 hrs/day. Must have application on file one week before next scheduled class in order to obtain necessary forms.

Classes run Mon-Thurs, and you must attend all four nights. CALL 340-2962 for class time and place.

Papa's

Lil Italy

1010 N Kennedy, Edmond (Across from UCO), 341-7911. Visit us on the web at:

www.kennedyplace.com Welcome Students!

FOR LEASE: New apartments, 2 bed, 2 bath, kitchen appliances, washer & dryer hookups, ceiling fans, lots of closet space. NO PETS! Excellent location, 1 block from UCO. 445 N Blackwelder, $600/mo, $500/dep. TENANT RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL UTILITIES. 1 yr lease, 3419651.

ONE BEDROOM apt, gas & water paid. NO PETS! Located near UCO, 1217 N Roosevelt, $340/mo plus deposit, 341-9651.

LARGE TWO bedroom apartment, 1 bath, CH/A, kitchen appliances.

Excellent condition and location, quiet neighborhood. NO PETS! Located 1 block from UCO, 427 N Blackwelder. $450/mo plus deposit, 1 year lease, 341-9651.

DUPLEX FOR RENT. 2 bdrms, 2 baths, garage w/opener, CH/A, kitchen appliances, washer/dryer hookups, ceiling fans, lots of closet space. NO PETS! Excellent condition and location. Quiet neighborhood. Located 2 blocks from UCO. 1121 E Campbell. $650/mo, $500 deposit. Tenant responsible for all utilities. 1 year lease, 341-9651.

Earn 51,000 - S2,000 for your Student Group in just 3 hours! , •,.. , nfr Simple Safe .1,,

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Multiple fundraising options available. No ciarwashes. No raffles. tusk success! Fundraising dates are filling quickly. Get with the programs that world.

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(except phone & cable). Call Glen at 787-6880, C-590-1086 or Linda

SPRING BREAK 2003 W/STS

at 340-7623, C-590-1087.

America's #1 Student Tour Operator.

ROOM FOR RENT

Sell trips, earn cash, travel free.

Information/reservations

Male, non-smoker, master bed-

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room w/bath & walk-in closet,

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cable. House is six miles northeast of campus. $300/mo, all bills paid.

Call 359-7285.

ACT NOW! Last chance to guarantee the best SPRING BREAK PRICES to all destinations. Reps needed... travel free, earn $$$.

GROUP DISCOUNTS FOR 6+.

1995 HONDA CIVIC, red, 5-s p, AC/heat, tinted windows, alarm

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systen, good condition, new brakes, $4900 OBO. Call Suzana at 520-1457 or 330-0731, leave message.

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ROOMMATE wanted, M/F, $310/mo, $150/dep, includes all utilities, free cable, w/d, dishwasher, f/p, 10 min to UCO, centrally located, nice neighborhood (Village area). Call Dave at 858-2007.

MATURE, STUDIOUS

female

roommate wanted to share house.

Delta Zeta is there really a question?

Private bath, full house privileges.

No smoking or pets. $300 + 1/2 bills, $100 deposit. Call 478-2690.

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Tuesday, Jan. 21 @ 8:30 Thursday,Jan.23@8:30 Friday, Jan. 24 @ 8:30 All parties will be held at the Delta Zeta house at 329 E Campbell Phone #: 844-1902

We accept trades of any kind.

Prices range from $1,000 up to S100,000.

*If you have any questions you can contact Elizabeth at 6135044,or Amber at 249-5889

needs mature help for kitchen & front of the house.

*Top Pay *Free Shift Meal *Flexible Schedule Call Candace at

833-7444

S15 Cash for your opinion If you qualify & agree to participate In our research project. Um are:

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1 & 2 BEDROOM APTS, Duplexes & Townhomes, Kennedy Place Apts,

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UCO's Premier Coffge & Refreshment Spot Located at the Nigh University Center • Island Oasis Smoothies only $2.25

APT FOR RENT-1/2 block off cam-

THE EDMOND

Attention: Students & Parents

Buy 2 meals and take $2 off your total bill or buy 1 meal and

HELP WANTED at Edmond Schools for cafeteria workers. Shifts vary from 3-6 hrs/day. Apply at 1216 S Rankin or call 340-2222.

HANDY STUDENT. Building and lawn maintenance, carpentry, painting. Close proximity to campus. M-F, 1-5pm, some Saturdays. Experience preferred. Positive attitute and willingness to work A MUST. Must be self-motivated, trustworthy, able to work unsupervised. Call 341-9651.

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The Myriad Botanical Gardens Crystal Bridge Tropical Conservatory needs volunteers to help take down Christmas decorations on January 18, 2003, from 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

If you are interested in this volunteer opportunity please contact the Volunteer Center at 974-2621.