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Senators send up split-vote for campus wellness center By Stacy Brasher Student ricer

onday, a majority of the UCO Student Association (UCOSA) Senate stated their approval of the fitness and wellness center proposed by UCO President W. Roger Webb. Forty-four senators voted in favor of the House of Representatives' resolution supporting the facility, 19 voted against it, and two abstained from the voting procedure. A few outspoken senators Wajdan Ali covers her four-year-old daughter with the traditional "hijab" after a lecture about were hoping to table the vote "Why I Cover," hosted by the UCO Muslim Student Association. The presentation was held 7:30 until a proposal could be made p.m., Nov. 10, at the Pegasus Theatre, in the Liberal Arts Building. Yasmine Salama, a medical stating that the student body student from the University of Oklahoma spoke about why Muslim women cover themselves. should be allowed to vote, just as "We believe this is a command by God, and we obey it," she said. "Some people believe homecoming kings and queens Muslim women are opressed. The fact is that Muslim women are empowered becuase they are are voted upon. seen as who they are, and not what they look like." (Photo by Negeen Sobhani) However, time constraints put on the Office of the President to submit student activity fee changes made it practically impossible for the opposing By Jonice Kein The fraternity is complying to the fraternity was to have a senators to follow through with the sanctions, according to the speaker from their National Stuentiteriter their plans. president of ATO Jeff Meziere. headquarters speak on the "true The Alpha Tau Omega (ATO) "In responding to the meaning of brotherhood." fraternity is making headway in sanctions, the ATO fraternity has Cameron Ball, regional completing university sanctions already completed 150 hours of leadership consultant, spoke to set as the result of a pledge community service, doing the local fraternity in late incident last spring. various projects," Meziere said. September. "It's not that I'm The ATO fraternity was Members and pledges The only sanctions left to be against it or for sanctioned for an alcohol related participated in a neighborhood completed are a detailed report incident last April, where a the fitness trash pickup, cleaned patrol cars of the April 11 incident, and a kidnapped member ran over a for the Oklahoma City Police center...but I am five page paper about positive pledge while trying to escape a Department, and volunteered at for the students team building. pledge sneak. the Edmond Association for These two papers are in the and the only fair The pledge sneak is an event Retarded Citizens. process of being written, way to do that is that many fraternities hold The fraternity also created an Meziere said. to take it to a vote where the pledges kidnap a alumni advisory board as a part Meziere said that he feels by the whole member while leaving clues for of their sanctions. This board confident that the sanctions will the other members to follow. student body..." consists of at least five alumni, be completed before the March The sanctions include which meet monthly to advise deadline. community service projects and the chapter on current fraternity —Michael Willis The pledge and member reports to be completed by the issues. GATE president involved in the incident are both fraternity by March 1999. Another sanction handed to still a part of ATO and UCO.

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The proposal for a student body vote would have to be submitted, voted upon and the procedure implemented as well as votes tallied before next Monday, the deadline for the Office of the President to submit any requests to change student activity fees. Michael Willis, UCOSA senator and president for the UCO organization Gay Alliance for Tolerance and Equality (GATE), was one wanting to see the senate table the wellness proposal so more student body reactions could be polled. "It's not that I'm against it or for the fitness center," said Willis, "but I am for the students, and the only fair way to do that is to take it to a vote by the whole student body." Without the time constraints of the proposal, Willis and the others had two options in their favor Monday. The vote could have either been tabled by a majority of the senate, or the concurrent resolution could have been sent

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students say . going etopaUckCO and buildings are with diverse students from countries across the globe and the campus nearly shines with the promise of a bright future. But before we get too comfortable in our surroundings, we need to remember this—none of this splendor would likely be possible without American veterans. Unfortunately, no one but veterans seemed to remember this fact yesterday at UCO. The men and women who fought in bloody wars to keep America free commemorated another Veteran's Day during the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. But many other students, faculty and administrators went about the day without even noting the holiday. No flags were flown; no 21-gun salutes were offered, and no seconds of silence were encouraged in honor of the men and women who were forever silenced during combat for our country. At UCO, it was just another day. So what does that mean at UCO? It may mean that we don't want to recall the deaths of our brothers and sisters. Or it may mean that we've forgotten Veteran's Day, and we've become too complacent in our comfortable shiny college worlds—where the only real battles are academic, not life an death. If you see a veteran today, thank him or her. The recognition is late, but always welcomed. -41(

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UCOSA leaders working within rights am writing in reference to an article that was written by the Editor in Chief, Steven Wedel, that was posted on the fifth day of November. The Editor in Chief has accused President Belase and Speaker of the House Archer of going beyond the realm of their duties. The one source of information cited claims that Speaker of the House Archer went beyond his duties by not allowing a bill to be considered due to the fact that the bills where sent to committee. He further states that President Belase and Speaker Archer conspired together to cut funds to The Vista. These are in fact lies being spread by the Editor in Chief of The Vista. If the Editor in Chief had

read the House Rules of UCOSA, he would have in fact discovered that The Speaker of the House has the right to send a bill to a committee as stated in House Rules. In fact the United States Government and the Government of Oklahoma have given that same power to the Speaker of the House and the Senate Pro Tempore. It seems that The Vista is not in support of the bicameral legislation or any of the senior officers. I feel as if all the facts have not been presented, this seems to be more of a personal attack on President Belase and Speaker Archer. The "Belase/Archer axis" has in fact done a great job; I support all the senior staff members and their goals for UCO.

They work well together as a team, have always been open to ideas, have always taken the time to listen to people's views, and most importantly they have always kept the number one goal in sight: improving UCO student activity among the campus. The attacks on Speaker of the House Archer made by the author only contain one source of information. The attacks on the President contain no reliable sources of information. How can one make a valid accusation of any person for any reason when they only have one reliable source? Could it be that the Editor in Chief is trying to bring in some University of Oklahoma controversies to UCO?

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UCO football ranks No. lacks fair coverage While reading the Daily Oklahoman sports section this weekend, we finally came across the word UCO on the very back page under an article on NEO. You shouldn't have to read the Edmond Evening Sun to find anything about UCO football teams record (10-0) or times and places of games. Walking around the campus, it is impossible to not recognize the academic and athletic accomplishments many have made, especially our No. 1 ranked UCO Bronchos football team. However, off campus, many people in the community are not aware of their success, or possibly that UCO even has a football team, no thanks to the Daily Oklahoman.. The UCO football team has been working very hard to build

their status in the last few years, and now that they are an impressive No. 1 in the nation, our very own The UCO football team Oklahoma paper should be acknowledged is yet to really and supported by not acknowledge it. only the faculty, staff and Even though fellow students but also OSU and OU by those in the have a losing community... record and are not even ranked in the Top 25, they still cover partly due to people in the the first two pages of the daily community being uninformed of sports section with write-ups the outstanding performance of and colored pictures. our guys. Speaking to some of UCO is yet to receive front the players, we have realized page importance or any colored how much fans' support does pictures. make a difference on the For being a No. 1 ranked performance of the football football team; one would not team. (i.e.. The louder the fans recognize it by the number of cheer, the more pumped the fans in our stands.This may be players become.)

The UCO football team should be acknowledged and supported by not only the faculty, staff and fellow students, but also by those in the community and around the state. This Saturday, Nov. 14, UCO plays at Northeastern State in Tahlequah at 2 p.m. This is a very important game for placement in the playoffs, so please tell others about the game, and go support our No. 1 ranked football team. If you would like to also voice your opinion to the Daily Oklahoman you may reach the sports editor, Bob Colon, at 475-3311, or email him at bcolon@oldahoman.com . â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Kelsey Martens, Sophomore, pre-pharmacy

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UCO groups hold holiday `extravaganza' By Kate O'Neill StaftWriter

UCO's Multicultural Student Services and Black Student Association (BSA) are hosting their third annual UCO Christmas Extravaganza Arts and Crafts Fair. The event will be from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., today (Nov. 12) in the University Center Grand Ballroom. BSA Vice President Toni Carter, said, the fair is a fundraiser, and the organizations are charging vendors $25 to set up booths to sell their crafts. "So far we have 15 vendors participating and we're expecting more people to bring their holiday and cultural items to sell," Carter said.

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UCO toughens harassment stance Private sector source By Ann Purkeypile StudentWriter

Because of the recent sexual exploits of our president, sexual harassment is once again in the media spotlight. At UCO, sexual harassment in any form is prohibited. However, many students, faculty, and staff do not know exactly what constitutes sexual harassment and what steps to take if it occurs. Dr. Brad Morelli is on staff to answer questions such as these. As equity officer/affirmative action officer, Morelli helped develop a comprehensive sexual harassment policy. It was signed in Oct. 1997 by President Webb. "Education is getting more and more important because every time the Supreme Court makes a new decision regarding sexual harassment there is a change that has an impact," Morelli said. This summer, the Supreme Court issued a ruling on same- sex sexual harassment. In legal temis, there are two kinds of sexual harassment, Morelli said. The "quid pro quo," or "something for something," kind involves some type of bargain. For example: "Have sex with me and I'll give you an A" is a blatant form of this type of harassment.

However, this becomes less clear when, for example, two people go out to dinner and things begin to change. Perhaps the one with more authority wants a relationship and the other, who is in a somewhat subservient position, does not. "Hostile environment" is the second type. It can involve off-colored jokes by one in authority, Playboy calendars hung in plain sight of female colleagues, staff, or students, or the use of pet names when there is a clear lack of respect for the individual. Even if there is clearly respect, the use of pet names is not something many people, particularly women, appreciate, Morelli said. The policy describes other types of harassment as well. Unwelcome sexual flirtation, advances, or propositions for sexual activity; verbal abuse of a sexual nature, such as suggestive comments or sexually explicit jokes; offensive physical contact, like unwelcome touching, also constitutes sexual harassment. The policy does not require someone with a complaint to confront that person directly. It allows an individual to go to the supervisor of the one who is doing the harassing. For instance, if a professor is harassing a student, the student should go to the department chairperson. From there it would go to the dean of the department, then to the vice president of academic affairs.

Even if there is clearly respect, the use of pet names is not something many people, particularly women, appreciate...

for billions in scholarships By Ami Maddocks StudentWriter

Every year many UCO students struggle to pay for college because they are not aware of the many scholarships offered from over 700 different private sources. According to the U.S. Commission for Scholastic Assistance, most students think that scholarships are only for students with excellent grades, from low-income families or for the athletically-inclined. Although the majority of scholarships are from the federal government, and are merit and/or need-based, billions of dollars are available nationally to students from private sectors. These include Handicapped Student Scholarships, Members of a Church Scholarships, Scholarships for "C" Students, Veteran Children's Scholarships, Scholarships for Minorities and many more. The U.S. Commission for Scholastic Assistance-College Bound, has spent hundreds of hours in research, locating scholarship names, addresses, application deadlines, summaries and the amount the scholarships will pay.

Many scholarships pay the entire tuition; others can be applied towards tuition, living expenses, and/or other fees. Most scholarships can be used at junior colleges, career and vocational schools, four year colleges, graduate schools and medical and law schools. For information on obtaining these scholarship lists, send a self-addressed, stamped, business size envelope to, The U.S. Commission for Scholastic Assistance, P.O. Box 668, O'Fallon, Il 62269.

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Yankee great, Mercer, takes huge swing at collegiate smoking By Jarrod Briley StudentiVritet

Bobby Mercer, former center fielder for the New York Yankees, will be at UCO on Nov. 19 as a spokesman for The American Cancer Society, during UCO's celebration of The Great American Smokeout. The Smokeout is a national holiday designed to encourage smokers to stop smoking. It will begin at 11:30 a.m. in the University Center food court. A lecture on strategies to quit smoking will be presented by

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Club toasts students who overcome speaking fears By Angel Riggs StudentWriter

Getting over the fear of public speaking is just one skill students of UCO's Toastmasters Club learn through competitions and helpful weekly critiques. UCO's branch of the Toastmasters International Club meets every Thursday at 1 p.m. in Room 320B of the University Center to enhance students' public speaking skills. The Toastmasters Club is advised by MBA Advisor Gloria Auth. Each of the members give 10 speeches which are critiqued by their peers and sponsor. Each speech incorporates a certain aspect of public speaking, such as the use of gestures. "Everyone at one point in their life will have to do this (public speaking), and if you

haven't already developed those skills, you may not be able to do it," Auth said. After the students perform six speeches for the group, they become eligible to participate in competitions that begin at the club level, advance to district and state, and end at the international level. The 15 members of UCO's branch compete in the contests and attend conferences each semester. The fall conference will be held in Tulsa. Toastmasters Club President Sandy Cheng said the club helps "improve self-esteem and leadership skills." "It's a very comfortable way to get over fear of public speaking," said Justin Earley, club member and broadcast major. "They give helpful criticism."

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Class shows it's got the spirit By Katie Hawk StallWet

To many students, Fridays mean payday or weekend extravaganzas. But to the students of Charlie Pursifull, accounting instructor, Fridays mean bronze, blue and bonus points. "In class, I've been encouraging class members to wear UCO emblematic' stuff on Fridays," Pursifull said. "The incentive students have for wearing bronze and blue on Fridays, is they can earn one bonus point." The students' participation led to the recognition of Pursifull for "Bronze and Blue Friday". by the Celebrating Bronze and Blue Committee on

Nov. 6. The committee awarded Pursifull with a Bronze and Blue paperweight and the students with cookies. "I was surprised. We were busy doing classwork when they (the committee) came in,"Pursifull said. "The students had fun, and I had fun." In recognizing Pursifull, the committee was joined by Dr. Dave Harris, dean of the College of Business; Susan Scott, lecturer; Jarrod Noftsger, assistant to the vice-president of Students Services; Dr. Lorren Beavers, chairman of accounting; and Dr. Kathryn Gage, vicepresident of Student Services. He was also honored by Jamie Gray, from the

College of Business; and Dr. Tana Stufflebean, Human Environmental Sciences assistant professor. Beverly Prosser, chairwoman of the committee and administrative assistant, said Pursifull is the second person to receive the recognition, but not the last. "We recognize someone who demonstrates pride, spirit and awareness," Prosser said." "We would like to nominate someone every Friday," The nominee can be anyone at UCO. To nominate a person for "Bronze and Blue Friday," contact Beverly Prosser, 974-2364.

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T-shirt design deadline extended HARASSMENT By Katie Hawk

SUM/tiler Anyone interested in designing UCO's "Celebrating Bronze and Blue" T-shirt now has until Nov. 24. The original deadline for the T-shirt competition was Oct. 30. "A current goal is to encourage everyone at UCO to wear bronze and blue on Fridays," said Beverly Prosser, chairwoman of the "Celebrating Bronze and Blue" committee.

The competition was created in hopes of encouraging UCO students, faculty and staff to wear the winning T-shirt on Fridays. "We want people to wear bronze and blue on Fridays no matter what, whether there is a game that day or not," said Dr. Tana Stufflebean, committee member and assistant professor of human environmental sciences. The winner of the competition will receive Broncho Bucks and

recognition for designing the official "wear on Friday" shirt. The committee will select the design that best represents UCO spirit, pride and awareness and best appeals to UCO students, faculty, staff and community. The design must include the letters "UCO," the phrase "Celebrating Bronze and Blue," and can have no more than three colors. The competition is open to students, faculty, staff, and the community.

Graduating seniors asked for photos Communications Building. Bronze Books will be available April 1999 for Studentriter $8. Bronze Book senior pictures will be taken However all seniors included in the yearbook through Friday, Nov. 13. will receive their Bronze Book at no charge. All seniors are encouraged to be included. "Although it may not seem important to the "Seniors who graduate from Summer 1998 to students now," Dyer said. Spring 1999, are eligible," said Suzette Dyer, "The book will become very valuable to Bronze Book staff member. students in later years, and will make a great Photos may be taken from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and memento for students, friends and family." 5-8 p.m. weekdays, in Room 108 in the For more information, call Dyer at 974-5123.-4 By Ann Cates

Continued from Page 4 Morelli's office acts as the emergency room, sorting complaints and deciding whether a case is really a case. As equity officer, Morelli said he has an obligation to protect students and employees against sexual harassment. Construction workers and the vending machine service person are no exception; they too are accountable for their actions, Morelli said. UCO has not had a legitimate sexual harassment case in five years. The current policy has helped to a certain degree, but there is no way of knowing what is actually happening on campus unless it is reported, Morelli said. "If people don't talk, there is no way of remedying the situation." Every semester there are complaints, however. In classes that deal with human sexuality, the sex topic arises

frequently and the issue of academic freedom and freedom of speech comes into play regarding what a professor may or may not say or do in the classroom. Morelli said academic freedom enables the free exchange of ideas. Without it, results of research that "goes against the grain" or espouses unpopular ideas could not be published.

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New off-beat musical draws from Princess Diana's death SAN JOSE, Calif. - Was Princess Di murdered? And what key is that in? It isn't often that a new musical is produced at San Jose State University, or that the Times of London cares when one is. But "Die, Die, Diana," the new musical that opens on campus Friday, is getting attention from around the globe. It's described as an irreverent, proudly tasteless musical satire pushing the theory that Diana Spencer was ssassinated. San Jose State screenwriting professor-turned-playwright Scott Sublett andcomposer Jef Labes have crafted what director Danny Scheie has dubbed a "penny dreadful murder mystery with songs." The London Times hadn't run anything as of Tuesday, but you can keep an eye on its Web site at http://www.the-times.co.uknews-pages-Timesfrontpage.html ?2662922. "Die, Die, Diana" chronicles the last days of Diana - right down to the car crash - and features a cast of San Jose State students . Songs include "Yes, Sometimes I Loved You," which Diana sings after rejecting Charles for the last time; "The Shakespeare Samba," which features Charles and Camilla Parker-Bowles engaging in sexual tomfoolery centered on the randier Shakespeare excerpts; and "If Only I Could Breed Them Like My Horses." "I never intended to write a play," said Sublett, "but I just felt like writing this one....and knew it was going to be a musical."

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Fabiola Hernandez (left) and Brenda Rodriguez are two UCO students in the Miss Oklahoma Latina Beauty Pageant, Nov. 14. (Photo by Negeen Sobhani)

Students warned to be wary of meningitis risks By Christine Tatum CollegePressWriter

CHICAGO (CPX) - Students with sniffles, a headache, fever, nausea and exhaustion are so familiar with those flu-like symptoms that they may be tempted to skip calling their doctor and head to bed instead. But if those aches and pains develop into a stiff neck, sensitivity to light, a rash that doesn't change colors when touched, confusion and vomiting, they should get medical attention - and get it fast. An hour can mean the difference between life and death once bacterialmeningitis sets in, doctors say. Although rare, the disease, which gets into the bloodstream and inflames tissues around the brain and spinal cord, is transmitted through respiratory fluids that could come from sharing the same glasses or eating utensils or from a kiss, a sneeze or a cough. Despite the few cases reported each year - about 2,600

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Missing wellness center petition Does UCO need childcare? Students surveyed soon draws First Amendment outcry By Madhumathi Krishnamurthy

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A peaceful petition made by faculty, staff and students of the music department, opposing the spending of funds to build a new fitness center, is missing. "It was stolen one day before I was supposed to deliver it to President Webb's office," said Leslie Perkel, student petitioner. The petition was signed by 175 people in favor of spending university funds for the purpose of restoring and replacing the existing buildings on campus which need repairs. "It could have been somebody from the opposite viewpoint who decided to sabotage our petition," Perkel said. The First Amendment says that "Congress shall make no law...prohibiting the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances."

"In principle, the right to petition government bodies is one of the rights protected by the Constitution, as interpreted by the supreme courts. "That right extends to all levels of government," said Dr. Louis Furmanski, chairman of the department of political science. If the petition were stolen, this act would clearly violate the petitioners' First Amendment rights. If people have the liberty to voice their opinions by law, then who is to be blamed for this kind of censorship? Is it merely an act of theft or does it affect the very system of liberty we live in? Who can be blamed but a system that allows for a President to get away with immoral acts and still have control over our government and our lives. If in fact the petition did not just disappear by mistake, it

would be unethical for any person to steal it as an attempt to silence public opinion. Failure to follow rules and regulations in this- stage of life would not only be a disgrace to the university, but also to what education itself stands for. All members of an educational institution have a duty to set an example to other members of society. Education is supposed to provide a sense of morals and not just knowledge from texts. However, since Clinton did not get enough of it in Harvard, who could blame UCO. A total of 293 students from the music building and from the general student body have once again signed the petition. "We may not change the fact that this fitness center will be built, but I'd like to think that we are bringing our needs out into the open," Perkel said. All those in favor say 'Aye' !

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UCO's newly-formed Childcare Committee will be conducting a survey to determine the need for on-campus childcare and how it will be funded. The committee is in the embryonic stage and is still formulating the questions that need to be asked, said LaBetta Wallenmeyer, committee chairperson. The survey will be conducted with a random sampling of all UCO students on-campus as well as the commuting population. "This survey is to determine more recent results as our previous survey was done last year," Wallenmeyer said. Research from the previously conducted surveys and information will also be looked into, said Jarrod Noftsger, assistant to the vice president for Student Services. "We are looking into the

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Season's dressing looks more like Santa than turkey Call me Scrooge, but I think it's just disgusting to see Christmas decorations up so early. Some of them were up even before Halloween. And I'm not just talking about decorations for sale in the stores, I mean wrapped around light poles and dangling from rooftops. The commercialization of Christmas is bothersome enough, but what has always bothered me is how we slight Thanksgiving Day. This holiday should have at

Thanksgiving isn't about what you don't have, or what you lost. It's about being thankful for what you have today.

least as much attention as Independence Day, and yet all it is to most people is the day before the "after Thanksgiving Day sales." Well, put down the toy catalogue and pick the sticky trick-or-treat candy out of your teeth while I tell you about Thanksgiving Day. If you've had your basic history classes, you should know that the Pilgrims landed at Plymouth on Dec. 11, 1620. They had a hard first year, but the harvest of 1621 was bountiful. After the harvest was gathered, Gov. William Bradford sent four men to catch fowl to be served at a feast that included 91 natives of the New World. There is no evidence Bradford's men brought back a turkey. However, since turkey is native to America, it is very likely the bird was included in the feast. That was the first Thanksgiving Day. It did not become a yearly occurrence after 1621; it wasn't even repeated in 1622.

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The next official day of thanksgiving in America was not declared until June 29, 1676. On that day, the council of Charlestown, Mass. voted to proclaim a day of thanksgiving to express their gratitude to God for the good fortune that had seen their community securely established. October 1777 was the first time all 13 American colonies joined in a thanksgiving

celebration. One of the things they were thankful for was that they had just kicked some British butt at the Battle of Saratoga. But again, the festival was not repeated regularly. George Washington tried to proclaim a national day of thanksgiving in 1789, but his attempt failed because of strife among the states. Beginning in the late 1820s, Sarah Josepha Hale, a magazine editor, launched a campaign of articles and letters to set aside one day each year to give thanks. It took her about 40 years of petitioning presidents and governors, but in 1863 Pres. Abraham Lincoln proclaimed the last Thursday of November as a national day of thanksgiving. So, we have a holiday that was more than 240 years in the making. What do we do with it? We use it as a springboard to jump into another holiday. There's a lot to be said for

Thanksgiving Day. It isn't a religious holiday, so no one in America needs to feel excluded. Granted, some will say the American Indians will feel excluded because the white man stole his land. Thanksgiving isn't about what you don't have, or what you lost. It's about being thankful for what you have today. We have developed several rituals to go with our day of thanksgiving that makes it a .uniquely American experience. The food we eat is almost all native to our country, for instance. Families gather together, and people without families are taken in by families and made to feel at home for a day.There's other traditions, too. Probably the most notable now is the Thanksgiving Day professional football games. I know I'll be particularly thankful this year because the Minnesota Vikings will get to deliver a nationally-televised whipping to those hated Dallas Cowboys! But, that's another story.

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A $30,000 scholarship is being offered to students interested in a career as a public servant. The Harry S. Truman Memorial Scholarship Act, established by public law to honor the former president, awards 50 scholarships nationwide each year to top students enrolled in a degree congressional Republican program geared toward public achievements. He cited welfare service. reform, the balanced federal The scholarship pays $3,000 budget, tax cuts and reform of for the senior year, with the the Internal Revenue Service, The Clinton administration remaining $27,000 going toward also takes credit for these items, the first two years of graduate adding that the president curbed school. Interested students should excesses of Gingrich and fellow begin the application process Republicans whose budgetlong before the Jan. 26 deadline, cutting would have hurt the poor. Gingrich said the current said Dr. Greg Scott, associate economy is the product of an professor of political science. earlier president, Ronald Reagan. UCO students have won the "It's amazing how far this scholarship 3 times in the past. party has come the last 25 For more information contact years," he said. < Scott at 974-5521.

House speaker pleads with Republican party for unity By David Jackson . CollegePressWriter

WASHINGTON - Outgoing House Speaker Newt Gingrich all but endorsed Rep. Bob Livingston, R-La., as his successor Monday, urging Republicans to re-unite and build upon their political successes of the past quarter century. "Let me say without apology that as speaker, I sought to aggressively lead toward our goals and our vision," Gingrich said in a valedictory address to supporters. "We never had a big majority, but we always stood for big ideas.And that is what made us different." The Atlanta-area Republican then lauded fellow Tulane graduate Livingston, who joined him at a dinner sponsored by Gingrich's political action committee, GOPAC. "If every Republican will pull together with Bob Livingston, these big ideas will continue to move us forward," Gingrich said. "This is another step in the right direction." Gingrich, who engineered the GOP congressional victory in 1994, lost support after House Republicans lost five seats in last week's elections. The losses were highly unusual for the opposition party in the sixth year of a presidency, especially a presidency under an impeachment investigation. Gingrich, who had predicted more GOP gains, admitted he

didn't see Tuesday night's election problems coming. "I thought I was in one world at 6 o'clock and was in a different by midnight," he said. Given subsequent criticism in his own party, Gingrich said he opted not only not to seek the speakership again, but to leave Congress entirely. "On Friday, it became to clear to me that if I were to remain in the House, I would be an excuse for divisiveness and factionalism," Gingrich said. He also urged fellow Republicans to exhibit "new

energy, new teamwork and a willingness to work together as one team." If nothing else, he said, Republicans should unite because of the prospect of an Al Gore presidency after the 2000 election, possibly with a Democratic Congress to boot. In the meantime, Mr, Gingrich said he would become a "citizen activist," in part to "remind Republicans how much we have achieved." As the crowd cheered, at times chanting "Newt, Newt, Newt!," Gingrich ticked off

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our Central Oklahoma players have been selected to the All-Lone Star Conference North Division Volleyball Team, including firstteam picks Adriana Crovador and Arwin Ray. Crovador, a 5-7 junior outside hitter from Jenks, made the AllLSC North Division first team for the second straight year. She has 345 kills, 254 digs and 43 service aces for the 23-11 Bronchos, who hosted Texas A&M-Kingsville Tuesday night in the first round of the LSC Championship Tournament. Ray, a 5-7 senior setter from Christian Heritage Academy in Oklahoma City, has 1,204 assists

Adriana Crovador along with 99 kills, 267 digs and 41 aces. UCO's all-time assist leader, Ray was a second-team All-LSC North Division choice last year.

Arwin Ray Making the second-team list for UCO was senior right-side hitter Amber Bateman, while senior outside hitter Karyn Posey was an honorable mention

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Volleyball season comes to an end at Lone Star Conference Tournament By Darrell J. Weidner SportsWriter e UCO volleyball season came to an end season night when the Bronchos were defeated by the Texas A&M-Kingsville Javelinas at Hamilton Fieldhouse. The Bronchos lost the first round Lone Star Conference Tournament match in four games. The Javelinas took the first two games with scores of 15-11 and 15-12. The Bronchos came back to take a 10-1 lead.

The Javelinas were able to chip away at the Bronchos' lead, until they were able to force a one-point advantage. The Bronchos were able to contain TAMUK's charge to take the third game with a score of 1511 In the fourth game, the Javelinas were able to take an 8-1 lead, only to have the Bronchos charge back to earn a one-point advantage with a score of 11-10. The Javelinas were able to change the momentum of the game with a couple of well- placed blocks to open a scoring run that

Tommie Parker, junior forward for the Bronchos basketball team scores during UCO's preseason opener against the Mexican National team Monday night. UCO won 117108. The Bronchos will play at home November 19 at 7 p.m., against Olivet Nazerene. (Photo by UCO Photo Services)

ended the Bronchos' hopes of a victory, and their season. The two-hour match ended on the fourth game, with a final score of 15-11. The Bronchos' offense was spurred by Amber Bateman, who earned a team high 17 kills on 45 attempts. Bateman was taken out of the match when she suffered an ankle injury in the third game. UCO's defense was led by Arwin Ray, who earned 13 digs and one block assist. The Bronchos ended the season with a record of 23-12.

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Bronze defeats Blue in UCO intrasquad dual By Darrell J. Weidner

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he Bronze team defeated the Blue team in UCO's annual Bronze-Blue intrasquad dual, Thursday night in Hamilton Fieldhouse. "The dual gave us a good start on an idea of where we are at, but we need to run some more matches to decide who starts for us," wrestling coach David James said. Mike Goodson started a three-match Bronze winning streak by defeating Joe

Schneider in an 8-6 win in the 141pound class. Goodson had four takedowns, and his win tied the score at 3-3 "Both Goodson and Schneider are good wrestlers, and it is very competitive every time they are on the mat together," James said. Both grapplers started for the Bronchos during the 1997-98 season, James said. Other Bronze wins came from AllAmerican Jody Marple and Bryan Wilson.

Marple earned a 10-2 major decision over Chris Denton. Wilson received an 8-0 major decision over Ray Rice. The only pin of the night came when Bronze team member Jeff Scott held Stephen Hodge to the mat. "Wilson is a true freshman wrestler with a lot of potential, but we are not for sure if he is going to start," James said. "It all depends on our injury situation. If we have people able to come back, we might red shirt Scott," James said. The Bronze squad won the dual 30-16.

The Bronchos' next dual will be an intrasquad contest at Tulsa Webster High School, in Tulsa, Okla. "We are trying to put the best people on the mat that we possibly can, and that is why we are running so many intrasquad matches," James said. "It usually takes two out of three matches before we decide who starts," James said. The official season opens Nov. 15, when the Bronchos travel to the Central Missouri State Open in Warrensburg, Mo.

Former wrestler named to the NAIA Hall of Fame By James Gutzmer

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ormer UCO wrestling star Marc Hull has been named to the NAIA Hall of Fame. He is the seventh UCO athlete named to the hall. Hull was a three time NAIA AllAmerican in the late 1980s, when

UCO was known as Central State University. He finished third at 134 pounds in 1986, and won the 142 pound national championship in 1987 while at Hays State. He transferred to UCO in 1987. By 1989 he had gone 23-2-1, and was the national runner-up in the 142 pound division, leading the Bronchos to the

team title. Hull came back to UCO as a graduate assistant coach in 1993, and helped the Bronchos win three straight NCAA Division II national titles. He left UCO in 1995. Hull will be inducted into the NAIA Hall of Fame during the NAIA National Wrestling Championship on March 18, 1999 in Las Vegas.

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try to drive the final golden spike, completing a perfect season this week against the Northeastern State Redmen. UCO has won 12-straight games dating back to last season. UCO reached the 10-0 mark for the fourth time in school history. The Bronchos are making a run for the NCAA Division II title for the first time. UCO won NAIA championships in 1962 and 1982. UCO has clinched at least a portion of the Lone Star Conference title, but will have to win on Saturday to clinch the title outright. The Redmen can force a tie with a win over the Bronchos. The Bronchos lead the series against the Redman 37-18-2 in a rivalry that started in 1912. The Bronchos have won the last four meetings, including last year's 17-16 nail biter. "Its a big game, players and coaches alike see this as a big game. We are basically playing for the conference championship... It should be a Senior quarterback Scott Condict, drops back for a pass in last weeks' game against Southeastern. Condict passed for a whale of a game," said. Gary record-high 217 yards on eight completions, including two Howard, UCO head coach touchdown passes against Southeastern. (Staff Photo by The Bronchos make the long Negeen Sobhani) road trip to Tahlequah this week

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Bug's brainy body better built Have you been feeling a little scatter-brained lately? You've got nothing on the cockroach. The brown or black crunchy critters—which frighten students with their clingy legs—are possibly the most scatter-brained creatures on earth, scientists speculate. They believe cockroaches have been around almost 280 million years because of their fascinating brains. According to Wendell's 'Yucky Bugworld, an Internet

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nourishment. After running around your home for days, the roaches may finally die because they can't drink water without a mouth. While some could claim the headless roach experiment is a neat party trick, students should not try the amputation process on themselves. Projects, papers and homework may be making you feel scatterbrained, but your brain is still located in your head.

British teen OD's on BO spray 10 times the lethal dosage of propane and butane in his blood. You just get Coroner up in the Barrie W i 11 a m s morning and recorded a spray it on, verdict of accidental but who death. expects it to "The 16year-old was a kill you? normal, healthy According to medical journals, the youth had teenager who was not indulging in any form of substance abuse. He was simply overcome by excessive use of anti-perspirants," he said. The boy's death is believed to be the first by Mineral rock deodorants are accidental inhalation recorded. The boy's rated the safest mother is calling for better warnings on for use on your deodorant spray canisters. body, based on "You just get up in the morning and spray it the British on, but who expects it to kill you?" she said. medical "Companies spend all that money and time journal on advertising how exotic it smells, but they report. .don't do enough to warn you of the dangers. It's too high of a price to pay for smelling good." -<

ace it, few UCO students, faculty and administrators like to go throughout the day reeking of body odor. But British medical authorities warn that trying to keep that "powder fresh scent" may be worse—it may be deadly. They point to a 16-year-old British male who died recently because he used too much deodorant. The boy had become obsessed with smelling fresh and each morning and afternoon would spray his entire body with deodorant. The schoolboy died after suffering a heart attack, which authorities believe was caused by a buildup of gases from the repeated sprayings, they said.

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Professor displays ceramic talents Intramural flag football nearing fun finals frenzy By Trina Couch

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The intramural flag football finals, "Flag Football Frenzy," will be held Nov. 15 on the south side of Hamilton Fieldhouse. The first game features R. 0 . T. C . vs. Baptist Collegiate Ministry (BCM) coed teams at 1 p.m. This is the first year for the coed league. The coed league was started to get more people involved in the intramural program, said Fred Fieth, intramural director. The second game, will be played at 2:15 p.m., and will feature the women's finals with Sigma Kappa (SK) vs. Outsiders. Sigma Kappa was

The third and final game will be played at 3:30 p.m., Sigma Tau Gamma (Sig Tau) vs. Alpha Tau Omega (ATO).

last year's champions and this year's league champions. "We only beat the Outsiders by one point. It will be a tough game, but I feel confident that we will play to the best of our ability," said Jonice Kiem, offensive and defensive line for Sigma Kappa. The third and final game will be played at 3:30 p.m., Sigma Tau Gamma (Sig Tau) vs. Alpha Tau Omega (ATO). Last year the Sig Taus upset the league champions ACACIA, in double over time. Last year, 400 people turned out to support the teams and the intramural program. The games were moved from their original date, Oct. 25, and place because of the October weather. The games were to be held in Wantland Stadium. "It's grown and it changed. When I came in it was more like rugby. I hope there are a lot of students involved, and it is a lot of fun to watch." Fieth said. The "Flag Football Frenzy" is free to the public. Twenty-three teams competed in the intramural flag football program this season. For more information, call Fred Fieth at 974-5214.

A reception preceeded the three-week display of ceramic wares by UCO's Gayle Singer, assistant professor of ceramics, at the Kirkpatrick Galleries at the Omniplex. The reception was on Friday, Nov. 6 at 6-8 p.m. "I consider my pieces to be nontraditional," Singer said. As a contemporary potter, Singer throws her pieces on a wheel and does some hand building with the clay. The exhibition will provide a glance into Singer's studio work, which she does at home. "I think the show will be a success, and I hope people will come and see my work," Singer said.

"I have worked extremely hard, and I am proud of my pieces," Singer received her bachelor's in fine arts degree in ceramics at the Kansas City Art Institute in 1987, and her master's in fine arts degree at the New York State College for Ceramics in

1989. Singer currently teaches 3D Design, Ceramics I and II, and studio classes at UCO. The display of Singer's work will run Nov. 7-29 at the Omniplex located at 2100 NE 52 Street, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. RSVP 602-3717. .4

Sky to be ablaze with meteor shower By Stacy Brasher StudentWriter

Up to 100,000 meteors are expected to blaze across the sky Tuesday, Nov. - 17 at approximately 11 a.m. during the Leonid meteor shower. "Unfortunately, this year's storm is scheduled to peak during the daytime here in Oklahoma, so we won't see the greatest numbers of meteoroids," said Bill Martin, Kirkpatrick Planetarium astrophysicist.

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The Leonid meteor shower is location, where city lights aren't made up of debris left from the distracting. comet Temple-Tuttle's passage For more information, contact through the inner solar system Martin at 602-3702. earlier this year, according to the Kirkpatrick Omniplex. "You should still be able to catch several meteoroids per hour either before sunrise on the 17th or after dark that night," , The Leonid meteor shower is Martin said. According to Martin, the best made up of debris... way to view the meteor storm is to go outside to a very dark

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Slow-witted Sandler's 'Waterboy' quenches hirst for hilarity By Dustin Pyeatt

StaliWriter What do a spoiled rich kid, a temperamental golfer and a wedding singer have in common? They are all the offbeat characters that only Adam Sandler could turn into hit movies. And Sandler has done it again with his strangest character yet in the new comedy "The Waterboy" (Touchstone). Sandler plays the slow-witted Bobby Boucher, a young man raised in the backwater bayous of Louisiana by his overprotective mother, played by Kathy Bates. Boucher is employed by the Louisiana University football team as, you guessed it, a waterboy. The team, and its evil coach played by redneck film veteran Jerry Reed, make fun of the socially inept aquatic technician and eventually fire him. Sandler's character then hooks up with a small, underachieving college team and

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Free construction paper and supplies available... OK women featured in Historical conference Ed students get new resource center By Trina Couch

StudentWriter The Oklahoma Historical Society is seeking papers and presentations for its annual meeting in Ponca City, April 22- 24, 1999 at the Marland Estate Hotel and Conference Center. The conference, entitled "Pioneer Women: Blazing a Path to the Future," will focus on the contributions of women to Oklahoma's past, present and future. "I encourage anyone with majors in history, Oklahoma history women's studies and those interested in social roles

to consider attending the meeting, as well as submitting a paper," said Dr. Carolyn Pool, assistant professor of history and museum studies at UCO. A $150 cash award and a plaque will be presented to the author of the best thesis and the author of the best dissertation. All entries should be submitted by Dec. 1, 1998, to Mary Ann Blochowiak, Annual Meeting Program Committee, Oklahoma Historical Society, 2100 N. Lincoln Blvd. Oklahoma City, Okla. 73105. For more information, contact Blochowiak at 5225243.

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StudentWriter A new student resource center is open daily to help UCO students prepare professionallooking presentations in Room 225 of the Education Building. The center, 9-5 p.m. Monday through Friday, is equipped with construction paper, a laminator, a die-cut machine and other supplies. Students can use the center as many times as they like throughout the semester, as long as they have a valid UCO student ID. The center is free to students, and there is no limit to the amount of supplies that can be

used. available during all operational "This is great," said Gary hours. Ervin, an elementary education A suggestion box is available major. "Having this facility for students to make requests and makes it easier (to create) submit feedback. presentations using manipulatives for math and science classes." Ervin said that he will be able to laminate his materials and The center, 9-5 save them for future use. p.m. Monday Student technology fees pay through Friday, for the supplies, and the education department is in is equipped with charge of keeping the center construction stocked. paper, a Irene Yawen Chen, student laminator, a dietechnician, said she encourages students to recycle so there is no cut machine and waste. other supplies.. A student technician is

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Senate considers UC name change Studying hard is no way to get ahead By Michelle Blair CollegeressWriter

Do you get an average of three hours of sleep on weeknights? Do you often find yourself studying at social events? Do you feel that most of yourfriends and associates have a much livelier social lives than you_do? Canyou remember the last time you went to a party or major social event? If you answered yes to any of the previous questions and you may besuffering from a syndrome known as overstudying. (If you are not a student and one of these characteristics applies to you, you are in serious need ofsome fun. That's right. There are way too many people here who are overly concernedwith their grade-point averages. Before they even attempt to learn what they are studying, they calculate exactly what score they need to get on a prelim exam so they can end up with an 'A' in the class. These are the people who may graduate without learning one concrete thing since they devoted all of their time to worrying about their grades. And sometimes all of these worrywarts have to ask themselves one practical question: Whom am I trying to impress? If they are thinking of applying to some kind of graduate program, maybe their anxiety is justified, but for the others, you have to wonder what their problem is. Don't get me wrong. I'm not advocating low GPAs and poor study habits. It's just that when students start regularly neglecting important necessities like sleep, or when they start depending on beverages to get them through their classes every day, there's a serious need for priority assessment. Most students can't survive long periods of time pretending they're not human.The self-

sacrificing student is just one example of the grade-obsessed; worse yet are those who base their self-worth on their grades.This type of person ranks his health as less important than his parents' approval. Constant stress and desperation, all for the sake of getting an 'A', forces certain members of this group to make such serious and final decisions as suicide. I'll never forget asking my high-school history teacher for a pass so that I could attend an information session about Cornell University. As soon as she heard my request, she said, "You want to go to the school with the highest suicide rating?" I was shocked. Why mention such a thing in such a way? Before then, I had never realized that there was a suicide rate ranking for American colleges. Sadly, there are many students who define themselves by their GPAs. If you know someone who seems like they take their grades too seriously, try to make them understand GPAs are never more important than their existence. If you are an "over-study," please talk to a family member or close friend who you know would love to hear from you. If you've given something your all, console yourself with the realization that your best is good enough. It may be a nice plus for an employer to be able to read that you've been on he dean's list eight semesters in a row, but in the end, that won't be the pivotal factor that gets you the job. Book knowledge is book knowledge, so for those who think GPAs automatically make up 75 percent of a person's eligibility for a job, please try to remember the important distinction between book knowledge and practical knowledge.Your GPA won't help you after you walk into the interviewer's office..

1911-1916. "John G. Mitchell, who was StudentWriter president of the university from The UCO Student Association 1919-1931, is noted by Mitchell (UCOSA) Senate will vote Hall. Monday to request the name of "The Max Chambers Library the University Center be changed to the "George Nigh Student Union and Conference Center," after former UCO President Continued from Front Page George P. Nigh. The House's concurrent back to the House (it's place of resolution cites that several other origin) if any major amendments buildings denote the names of or changes were introduced by the Senate. former university presidents. Six buildings and one street During the Oct. 26 UCOSA are currently named after former Senate meeting, an informal UCO presidents. show of hands revealed 36 of the 'Thatcher Hall is named after 62 senators present were in Richard Thatcher, who - was the support of the resolution. university's first president, and Only 16 were against building served from 1891-1893. the $7.8 million facility. â&#x20AC;˘Murdaugh Hall is named However, Willis and the after E. R. Murdaugh, who others were not intimidated by served from 1895-1901 as the the majority, because only 62 of university's president. the 115 senators were present 'Evans Hall denotes the name during the show of hands. of former university President "It's a personal decision Charles Evans, who served from By Stacy Brasher

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whether or not you'll choose to work out; education is the real reason we came here," said Amanda McGinnis, president of the international women's music fraternity, Sigma Alpha Iota. "I feel that when a fitness center becomes an educational institution's top priority, we have a problem," she said. "I think the administration is thinking too much of future students and not considering what's most important and valuable to students who are currently here," said Willis. The Senate's next meeting will be held at 1 p.m. Monday in the Troy Smith Lecture Hall. 'I<

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The UCO 3rd Annual Christmas Extravaganza Arts & Crafts Fair will be held from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Nov. 12 in the University Center's Grand Ballroom. Booth space is available for $30. Admission is free. For more information, call Jami Joyner at 974-2580.

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Multicultural Student Services will hold a workshop "Preparing for Final Exams" at 6 p.m. Nov. 19 in Room 314 of the University Center. For more information, call 9742580.

The First American Students Association & Multicultrual Student Services will sponsor the 6th Annual Fall Benefit Pow-wow from 2-11 p.m. Nov. 21, third floor Grand Ballroom of the University Alpha Kappa Alpha, Delta Sigma Center. Arts and crafts booths are Theta and Kappa Alpha Psi will available for $25. For more present a "Celebration of Unity" at information, call Michael or Jessical 7 p.m. Nov. 12 in the Heritage at 974-2580. Room of the University Center. There will be free food, music, socialization, recreation and The Gay Alliance for Tolerance information for everyone. For more and Equality will meet at 7:30 p.m. information, call Tahirah Nov. 17 in Room 211 of the Liberal Washington at 640-0396 or Arts Building. For more

The following events are happening in the metro area the weekend of Nov. 13-15.

Theater The Kirkpatrick Science and Air Space Museum will present "Wiley Post: Oklahoma Trailblazer of the Skies" Nov. 13. Events Red Earth's Fall Festival will be held from 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Nov. 14 at the University Center. Admission is free. Dance UCO Performing Dance faculty and students will present "The Choreography Concert Plus!" at 8 p.m., Nov. 13 and 14, in the Mitchell Hall Theater on the UCO campus. Admission is $4 for students.

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The Japanese Student Association will meet at 7 p.m. Nov. 20 in the A BRIEF LOOK AHEAD West Hall Lobby for a food party. For more information, call Takaah The Pre-Law Society will meet at 4 at 844-0312. p.m. Dec. 7 in Room 211 of the Liberal Arts Building for a "Pre- Association of Childhood Law Expo." For more information, Education International (ACEI) call Brent Daub at 755-9535. will meet at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 17 in Room 206 of Old North. Guest Circle K International will meet at Speaker Marci Bruger will discuss 4:30 Nov. 17 in Room 139 of the interviewing skills. For more University Center. For more information, call Souna Phollurxa at information, call Tracy Kysar at 330-1720. 348-2824. Celebrating Bronze & Blue have The Japanese Student Association extended the date of their T-shirt will meet at 6 p.m. Nov. 21 in the contest to Nov. 24. Forms are West Hall Lobby for a Japanese available in Room 213 of the Food Party. For more information, Administration Building. For more call Takaaki at 844-0312. information, call 974-2364. United Nations Intercollegiate Society will meet at 2 p.m. Dec. 8 in Room 211 of the Liberal Arts Building. For more information, call Mary Nguyen at 330-0034.

information, call Dr. Bourdette or p.m. Dec. 11 in the University Dr. Jones at 974-5278, or E-mail at Center Ballroom. For more GATE@ aixl . ucok. edu . information, call Lynn Means at 974-2363. UCO English Society will meet at 7 p.m. Nov. 20 in Room 211 of the GENERALLY SPEAKING Liberal Arts Building. For more information, call Carletta Regbine at The Society of Physics Students 376-2692. will hold a breakfast bake sale every Tue. and Thurs. from 8-11 a.m. in UCO Economics Club will meet at the Atrium at Howell Hall. For more 5:30 p.m. Nov. 17 in Room 219 of information, call Michelle Swedlow Thatcher Hall. For more at 773-9556. information, call Lisa Yadon at 3484438. The International Student Council will meet at 4 p.m. every The Society of Physics Students Friday in the Conference Room of will meet at noon Nov. 17 in Room the International Office in the 100 of Howell Hall. Guest speaker University Center. For more Don Johnson from Tinker Air Force information, call Jason Harris at Base will discuss the engineering 340-5702. industry. For more information, call Michelle Swedlow at 773-9556. Toastmasters Club, an organization devoted to enhancing HASA will meet at 3 p.m. Nov. 18 public speaking skills, meets at 1 in Room 123A of the University p.m. every Thursday in Room 320B Center. For more information, call of the University Center. For more Brenda Rodriguez at 947-2580. information, call Amy at 341-7403 or William at 844-9139. The Society of Physics Students will meet at noon Nov. 24 in Room Alcoholics Anonymous will meet 100 of Howell Hall. For more every Monday, Wednesday, Friday information, call 773-9556. and Saturday at 12:10 p.m. at Wesley Foundation Campus The Bronze Book will be taking Ministry. For more information, call senior pictures from Nov. 9-13., Dr. Margaret K. at 359-1749. Mon. & Tue. from 9 a:m.-2 p.m. and from 5-8 p.m.; Wed. - Fri. from 9 The Wesley Foundation is offering a.m.-2 p.m. in Room 108 of the a 12-Step Codependents Communications Building. For Anonymous Recovery Program at more information, call Suzette at 12:10 p.m. Tuesdays in the Wesley 974-5123. Student Center, 311 E. Hurd. For more information, call Margaret at The President's Club needs 359-1749 or Cooper Ames at 341sponsors and volunteers for the 5450. Underprivileged Children's Christmas Party to be held from 3-5 Chi Alpha holds general meetings

The Catholic Student Center invites students to watch "Must See TV" from 7-9 p.m. Thursdays in the center, 321 Clegern Ave. For more information, call 341-6300. The Catholic Student Center invites students to attend Student Mass at 9 p.m. Thursdays in the center. For more information, call Jason Simpson at 341-6300. The Japanese Conversation Club meets at 2:00 p.m. Wednesdays in Room 231 in the Liberal Arts Building. For more information, call Takaaki at 844-0312. The Baptist Collegiate Ministry meets at 8 p.m. Mondays at the Baptist Student Union for BASIC training or Brothers and Sisters in Christ. For more information, call Janay Moody at 341-1232. The Baptist Collegiate Ministry has a worship service at noon weekdays at the Baptist Student Union. For more information, call Janay Moody at 341-1232. News items for publication in Around Campus must be submitted at least one week in advance. Forms are available in The Vista office, Room 107 of the Communications Building, and should be typed or printed. Information will not be accepted over the telephone. Items may run for two weeks prior to the event

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Mitch can't blow away students' giving spirit By Trina Couch StudentWriter The November UCO Food Drive is underway and donations of canned goods are needed for families in Central America whose homes were destroyed by Hurricane Mitch. The Food Drive lasts through Friday, Nova 20. Can goods should be dropped off in the blue marked box located in front of the Vista office, in the Communication Building. Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) is sponsoring the drive and is responsible for the distribution of goods to various organizations.

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"I really want to see UCO participate in the Food Drive, not only to help those less fortunate, but to express to other organizations how important this cause is," said Emma Flores, president of PRSSA. "I hope people will want to help other countries in need and donate what they can for the families who were affected by the hurricane," she said.

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Leo (July 23-Aug. 22). The moon's in your sign today and tomorrow, which isusually magnificent for you. This time, however, it's going to be a little more difficult. That sun in Scorpio is like an anchor that you're dragging around. It seems like somebody's not letting you do what you want, but itcould be another side of your own personality slowing you down.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You're under pressure today and tomorrow, butthat's OK. You're also very creative right now. You'll be able to solve the problem, once you figure out exactly what it is. That's the difficult part.The person who wants you to do something isn't going to come right out andtell you. You're going to have to figure it out for yourself. Once you'vegot that Virgo (Aug. 23- part mastered, the rest is going to Sept. 22). You're be easy. pretty strong all this week, and Capricorn (Dec. that'sgood. From 22-Jan. 19). Travel Wednesday through Friday, looks excellent you'll be very efficient. You'll be from Wednesday more interested in starting new through Friday. If projects than finishing up old you're in business, scout out new ones then, so get this other stuff markets, and yourexpenses will out of the way now. Over the be deductible. It looks like you weekend, you'll be in a good could get a new jobopportunity position to make or save money, over the weekend. You'll have to so shopping is definitely a learn new skills, but that'sOK. priority. You're up for it.

Gemini (May 21June 21). Your work is challenging while 04.411114 1i the sun's inScorpio, but you're learning fast. Some of the stuff you're learning might seem to be making things harder. That's especially true today and tomorrow.The information is coming in, but it's contradicting what you thought youalready had. There's a clinker here somewhere, but the question is, where? Keep after it.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). A strong leader wants to take control of yourlife. Well, actually, it's a couple of strong leaders, and they're fightingfor your attention. Pick the one who's going to lead you where you want togo. Pay attention to what's going on around you. By today, you'll have figured out that your path ispretty well set, so develop a routine you can use through Friday to be mosteffective. Don't try to get through the second half of this week without aplan. You'll waste too much time.

Cancer (June 22July 22). You should be in a good mood this week. The sun inScorpio makes you more decisive and powerful, as well as more affectionate.It just brings out all your best qualities. The moon in Leo today and tomorrow may cause something of a problem, however. Leo transits your solar second house of finances, and right now you might feel like you don't have enough.

Scorpio (Oct. 24Nov. 21). Don't get into too much of a snit this week, if things aren't going quite the way you want. You're not incomplete control of the situation, and that should be obvious. Looks like somebody else wants to order you around, for a change. You'll do well tocomply graciously. That's the best chance you have for gaining the power inthis situation again. If you resist, you'll only make matters worse.

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Taurus (April 20May 20). You may feel like you're under attack this week, today and tomorrow especially. That's just becausethere's a grand cross in fixed signs going on. The sun's in Scorpio, themoon is in Leo and Uranus is in Aquarius. When that's combined with your sun in Taurus, it makes for a standoff — a situation where nobody will budge and nothing seems to be getting accomplished.

Aries (March 21April 19). You should be in an excellent mood today and tomorrow. There's a grand trine in fire signs going on, which always lights you up. In fact, you're lighting the other people up, too, as we speak. Becareful, though. That sun in Scorpio means you should be cautious about what you say, especially with somebody you love. Make sure you don't accidentally hurt someone's feelings by coming on too strong.

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Aquarius (Jan. 20Feb 18). Communication is very important this week. If you don't speak up, there's going to be a logjam, and nothingwill get accomplished. There are two very powerful people arguing over who'sgot control of this situation, and both of them could be missing something important. That's where you come in. Your vote is pivotal. Once you've madethat decision, the next move is to find the money. risces (Feb. 19-March 20). You're feeling alittle pressed, but that's OK. You can power through it, and that's the assignment anyway. Your reward will be the help of a friend today and tomorrow. Working together, you'll find, not only improves your attitude, it also makes the whole job a lot easier. You'll be in a strongerposition, too, because you've been working on it longer. and your buddies will be ready to play.

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our friends and fellow students are different in many ways. But they're alike in one key areaâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;they know how to work it with those fall fashions. Fall's back, and so are the beautifully patterned sweaters, overcoats and hats which turn heads. Big this year on the UCO campus are long coats, which drape and offer a stunning silhouette. Also hot, when the wind's cool, are delicious layers of lycra and wool, which hug all the right places while providing breeze protection. And don't forget the fall fashion keyâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;accessories. These models sure didn't.

lockwise: Cassandra Portwood, sophomore, (left) shows off her navy peacoat, while chatting with Bernadette Rohani, sophomore, who's wearing her suede "Kramer coat" and multi-colored gloves; Hirohisha Fukuda, ELI student, models a thick, dazzling Canadian sweater; Decked out in a bubble jacket, college-boy vest and fishing hat, Elmer Brown, sophomore (left) talks to Shalonna Williams, junior, who's wearing a stiped vneck sweater under a black leather jacket. Tram Ly, shows her stuff in groovy, pattered flared jeans.

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