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UCOSA withdraws TKE constitution By Trent Dugas

Staff!Nrifor COSA student senators voted to pull Tau Kappa Epsilon's (TICE) constitution and rescind the fraternity's recognition. The resolution was in response to UCO's decision to withdraw membership of TKE for three years. Senators voted 73-1 to ax the fraternity's constitution from recognition. This action will require the TKE fraternity to re-apply for UCO membership in three years. The fraternity will have to compete with the many fraternities on the waiting list. If UCOSA had not voted to pull its constitution, TKE would have been able to maintain their seniority when applying for membership, giving them priority over other competing fraternities. Even with UCOSA's maneuver against the fraternity, UCO still has the last word

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when evaluating TKE's return membership in three years. The lone vote to keep TKE's constitution active was from UCOSA Senator, Brandon Freeman. Since Freeman is a fraternity member with ACACIA, he can see both sides to the issue. "I didn't see any reason why they should be kicked off campus," Newman said. Newman suggested UCO use monetary fines to punish the 30year-old fraternity. UCO suspended TKE because of its recent actions while on academic probation. The fraternity returned from a prior three year suspension in the 1998 spring semester. But after it fell short of the needed 2.0 grade-point average, it was placed on probation during the 1999 summer semester. TKE's average as a fraternity was 1.87. While on probation, the fraternity held a all-you-candrink beer party on campus grounds. UCO took swift action and

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The University Policy Committee held a meeting about TKE at 10 a.m. on Oct. 1 in .the Heritage Room on the third floor of the University Cente.r. suspended the fraternity for another three years. The resolution drawn up by UCOSA says TKE's actions damage the character, reputation and integrity of UCO and represents a pattern of behavior

which endangers UCO's student legislation because of the severity of TKE's actions but body. Jarret Jobe, UCOSA regrets that it came to this. "It sounds harsh but if you president, said TKE has made a "mockery" of the Greek system, V See RESOLUTION, UCO and its policies. Page 2 Jobe said he supports the

True to the Bronze and Blue.. .

Homecoming preparations are underway By T. Dehan

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e're roasting a mascot? This and several other excititing avtivities are all part of UCO's homecoming celebreation '99. "This year is exciting and we will have a great week," said Kristine Crain, chairperson of the homecoming activity board. —Photo by Chieko Hara The homecoming schedule is Freshman Meagan Lozeav and sophomores Valarie Hayes full of activities for students and Erin Hamm fix a float for the homecoming parade on and faculty. The slogan for homecoming 1999 is "Be true October 16.

to the bronze and blue." Sunday night kicked off homecoming week activities. Participants in the Laff Olympics spent several hours decorating campus windows, light poles, and chalking the sidewalks. The Laff Olympics participants will spend all week doing a variety of activities. Campus decoration was followed by a mascot roast at midnight, with free hot dogs. Monday night Banana Seat, a local band, performed on the north terrace of the University Center.

Tonight, the Student Programming Board, University Center Activity Board, and the Resident Hall Association will show the movie "The Mummy" at 8 p.m. in Constitution Hall. Wednesday is the career cafe. This is an opportunity for current students to mix and mingle with former students. Thursday the Black Students Association (BSA) will hold their annual "Free Your Mind

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Continued from front page can't get the right things down at the right time and perform at a level that you need to be performing at then its time to move on," Jobe said. The list of fraternities wanting membership on campus is extensive, Jobe said. If TKE is not performing to the level they should be then give the waiting fraternities the opportunity. "If you miss the boat and are not on the right train then you need to get on it," Jobe said. "If you can't get things together then we need to analyze it and decide to move on to other means." He said the suspension and resolution of TKE is in the best interest of the university. Before the vote took place, Nicholas Harrison, president pro tempore, gave a passionate three-minute speech to senate

members. He told the members TKE violated state law and its own risk management. He also said the fraternity is still participating in activities by recruiting new members, sidewalk-chalking and displaying fliers. He said freshmen are coming on this campus and thinking this is what Greek life is all about. In a Senate hearing days before the final vote, Lynn Means, director of student activities, spoke to the Senate University Policy Committee about the TKE incident. The committee was formed specially for this situation to investigate the facts and report to the rest of UCOSA's Senate. The members of the committee were also UCOSA senate members. Means told the committee

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TKE's actions during the three year suspension will guide UCO when determining their reinstatement. She said if the fraternity continues to recruit new members, sidewalk-chalk and post fliers then their return in three years is unlikely. All fliers posted on campus by student organizations must be signed by Lynn Means. She said the TKE is posting fliers with her name forged on them. Means told the committee she was disappointed in TKE's actions but UCO will not budge from its decision. TKE has been a strong Greek organization in the past, but currently it does not have a voice at UCO, Means said. Rep. Michael Willis from the Senate University Policy Committee also spoke to the UCOSA Senate before the vote took place. Willis said the committee is only reacting to TKE's actions. "Maybe in three or four years this situation will become a positive one and we will have a new group of people at the fraternity who can truly add to the campus and offer the campus their talents, skills and abilities." The President's Office is distancing itself from UCOSA's desicion of pulling TKE's constitution. Keith Weber, research

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Lynn Means, director of student activities, answers several questions from the university policy committee.

assistant for the president's office, said UCOSA can pass any legislation they want but it is not ethical for the president to get involved during the process. "Right now, the decision that Dr. Gage recommends to the president, and the president agreed to, is the three year period of non-recognition," Weber said.

"It's not right for us to get involved with the UCOSA process and if they come back with a more stringent penalty then we will consider it at that time." Resolutions approved by UCOSA must pass through President Roger Webb's office for approval before action takes place.

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Continued from front page Fashion Extravaganza" a homecoming football fashion show with game against Harding performances by the Ebony University and a cheer The week of Gospel Choir. The fashion competition. show starts at 7 p.m. in The homecoming homecoming is a Constitution Hall. parade begins at 10:30 great time of pride and a.m. on Oct 16th, in Friday night the annual Alumni Awards banquet, spirit for UCO. downtown Edmond. A which will honor 1999 tailgate party at Wantland —Kristine Crain Stadium begins at 11:30 distinguished former students will be held. Chairperson a.m. The football game Guests for the evening will Homecoming Activities kickoff's at 2 p.m. be M.T. Berry, Oklahoma "The week of Board homecoming is a great City Police Chief, Mary Fallin, Lt. Governor of time of pride and spirit Oklahoma, and Michael 1975, and his wife will also be for UCO," Crain said. Packnett, President and CEO in attendance. Long sleeve and short Tickets for the dinner are sleeve T-shirts are available to Mercy Health System $15. Oklahoma. commemorate homecoming Friday night there will also `99 at the Student Activities Dr. Garland Godfrey, President of UCO from 1960- be a pep rally for Saturday's Otffice.


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Popular date rape drug is easily obtainable By Robyn Lydick

SUWittier "Gamma? Oh, you can find that anywhere. My friend makes it in his bathtub." This comment was overheard in a class recently. The UCO student, who wished to remain anonymous, said he saw gallon bottles of the homemade drug at his friend's house. "It's a drain cleaner mixed with a floor stripper," said Mark Woodward, spokesman for the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics. "Then they (the people who make the drug) pray they get the concentrations right." GHB is available to anyone who wants the recipes, Woodward said. "It is probably cheaper and easier than cooking methamphetamine," Woodward said. GHB is sold in scoops. A halfgram scoop sells for $5, Woodward said. A half-hour search on the Internet turned up three recipes for making gamma hydroxybutyrate, or GHB, a source for the one chemical that is not available in any grocery store, and several descriptions of the drug's effects. Each site warned against combining the drug with alcohol. When taken with alcohol, GHB can cause extreme drowsiness or a type of coma, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) report said. Because of this reaction, GHB has gained popularity as a "date rape" drug. "GHB is made as a liquid or a powder," wrote Charles Marwick in a 1997 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association. "It usually turns up as a colorless, odorless liquid with a mild soapy, salty taste which is easy to mask." It is easy to add to a drink or saturate a cigarette without a person's knowledge. "Students have got to be aware of their surroundings," said Todd Duncan, director of residence life. "Be aware of what is going on around you. "First of all, decide if you are going to drink," Duncan said. "Our best protective decisions are made

before we drink. "These drugs are delivered with alcohol, Duncan said. "Don't accept an open container." Duncan suggested that students go out in pairs. "Go with a buddy and don't get separated from the group." While possessing GHB has not been outlawed in the United States, 25 states either have placed or are considering placing it on their controlled substances lists. Oklahoma made GHB a schedule I drug on Nov. 1, 1998. Schedule I means the drug cannot be used at all. No research is allowed and doctors cannot prescribe it. GHB was popular withbody builders and atheletes because of it's steroid-like effects. The making or selling of GHB is illegal. Side effects of GHB include seizures, loss of peripheral vision,

insomnia, nausea, anxiety, tremors and coma, the NIH report said. "One of three things will happen," said Woodward. "They will experience a powerful euphoria, knock out or fall into a coma." This does not deter fans of the drug. Users describe the drug's effects as "like alcohol, but without the hangover," "the best sex I've ever had" and "like X (ecstasy)." Voluntary users reported their experiences on the Lycaeum web site, a clearing house of recreational drug resources. The users reported an enhanced sense of touch, increased duration of erections, longer female orgasms and energy jumps. Users also reported a synergistic, compounding effect with other drugs, including MDMA (ecstasy) and LSD. <

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Student arrested on an illegal drug charge By Robyn Lydick

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student. Dennis Parker, an East Hall resident, was arrested Sept. 19, a police report said. He is charged with possession

of a controlled substance. Kandis Schmidt, who said she had been in Parker's dorm room, was taken to Edmond Medical Center after she passed out in the lobby of the residence hall. A witness told UCO Department of Public Safety Officers (UCODPS) that Schmidt came out of the residence hall stairwell and asked for a cigarette,

the report said. Schmidt said she was on "gamma." She told officers Parker had given her the drug. Gamma, or gamma hydroxybutyric acid, is listed as a schedule I drug in Oklahoma. It became illegal on Nov. 1, 1998. Schmidt also told officers she had drunk a large amount of Captain Morgan rum.

Schmidt is a student at Colby Community College in Colby, Kan.UCODPS officers searched Parker's room. They found a prescription bottle with a "clear, thick liquid" inside. Part of the label had been scraped off, the report said. Parker told the officer it was "G."A hearing is scheduled for Oct. 19.

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Lack of communication delays opening of cyber cafe By Trent Dugas

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he opening of the new "cyber cafe" computer lab in the University Center has been delayed from the scheduled, early fall semester. The delay stems from planning changes, financial changes and lack of communication between the University of Central Oklahoma Student Association (UCOSA), and the administration. The expected new date of completion is early January, when students come back from Christmas break. The cyber cafe is a place students can go and relax, watch television, work on computers, drink coffee and visit with friends. The plan is to place the cyber cafe in the west side of the University Center's cafeteria. Financial and hiring responsibilities will fall into two sections. The computer lab and student employees are funded by student technology fees (STF). The lounge area with a coffee bar, couches and chairs, and all construction is funded and handled by the administration. James Barrow, supervisor of computer lab employees in the library micro lab, will also supervise the student employees in the cyber cafe. Barrow said he helped gather computer and financial information for UCOSA and handed them a proposal. "The numbers I wrote up for all the equipment and to staff it from January until July 1, came up to around $90,000," Barrow said. He said since the computer lab is an open lab for students, the money and employment will come from STF. Barrow does not know how much money is set aside from STF for the computers and employees but said the $90,000 estimate is a fair figure. Jarrett Jobe, UCOSA president, said UCOSA has

only $65,000 from STF to cover computer costs. He said the $65,000 was originally set aside for a student work-room in the University Center. "Well, in the last year or so we questioned the need for a student work-room and thought it would benefit the students more to have a cyber cafe," Jobe said. He said they have already spent a large part of the $65,000 on computers which will transfer to the cyber cafe.

We have spent approximately $40,000 on new computer equipment. Jarrett Jobe UCOSA President

"We have spent approximately $40,000 on new computer equipment," Jobe said. "That's the problem right now, trying to locate everything," Jobe said. "We located the server and about three computers, we know where those are all at." The computers that are missing were purchased some time ago and was put away until the student work room was finished. Since the student

work room idea fell through, the missing computers will go into the cyber cafe. If STF funds do not cover the cost of the 28 computers, Jobe said, the cyber cafe will have to utilize older, unused computers. Jobe said he hopes the administration helps out with buying some equipment along with the planned renovations the university is covering.

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Coming Out Day. for more 3 p.m. on Oct. 13 and 14 in the information, call Robert Jones at University Center Bookstore 974-5537. Foyer. Free T-shirts will be given to each donor and Laugh • Mortar Board will meet Olympics points will be at 6 p.m. Oct. 12 in Howell available to organizations. For Hall. For more information, call more information, call Erin Palmer at 844-7214. Shara Cofer at 330-8405.

Fellowship wi 11 meet at noon every Wednesday in Room 108 in the University Center. They will hold prayer and Bible study. For more information, call Charlie Bunn at 203-1188 or e-mail ucochialpha@juno.com .

• International Student Council will meet between 2:30 and 4 p.m. in the University Center Heritage Room. A faculty staff reception will be held. For more information call Jason Harris at 715-2936.

• Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship will meet at 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays in the YChapel. The fellowship will conduct praise and worship services. For more information, call Charlie Bunn at 203-1188 or e-mail ucochialpha@juno.com .

• The English Society will show the film "An American Werewolf in London" at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 13 in Pegasus Theater. Rabies shots are suggested, but not required. For more information, call Tim Bradford at 771-4594.

GENERALLY SPEAKING ✓ Delta Tau Chi will meet at 6 p.m. on Oct. 13 in the Liberal Arts Building, Room 211. Club officers elections will be held. For more information, call Gary Steward at 974-5533. ✓ Bloodhounds will hold a Blood Drive between 9 a.m. and

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every Monday in the International Student Office. For • Latter-Day Saints more information, call Jason Student Association will meet Harris at 715-2936. at noon every Monday and • Physics & Engineering Wednesday at the Latter-Day Saints Institute at 417 N. Club will meet every other University Drive. For more Tuesday at noon in Howell Hall, information, call Dave Whitney Room 100. A different guest or Connie Killpack at 359-6688. speaker is scheduled for each meeting. Free pizza and soft • Toastmaster International drinks will be served. For more will meet at 12:30 p.m. every information, call Melanie Gile Thursday in Room 108 in the at 340-9849. University Center. For more News items for publication in information, call 844-7147. Around Campus must be • Gay Alliance For submitted at least one week in Tolerance and Equality will advance. Forms are available in meet at 7:30 p.m. every Tuesday The Vista office, Room 107 of in the Liberal Arts Building, the Communications Building, Room 211. For more and should be typed or printed. information, call Robert Jones at Information will not be accepted over the telephone. Items may 974-5534. run for two weeks prior to the event depending on space • International Student

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UCO police captain makes right career choice By Fachaitte Kinslow

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it (law enforcement) was something I felt like I wanted to do," Wooldridge said. Wooldridge started with the Edmond Police Department at the age of 18 as a dispatcher. In 1982, he was promoted to police officer. Wooldridge left the police department in 1989 to sell life and health insurance. "After a few months, I realized that was not my calling," Wooldridge said. In November of 1990, Wooldridge became employed at UCO for the DPS. "I really like working for UCO," Wooldridge said. "It's different than municipal (local government)." For a law officer, the tolerance level of the captain is pretty high. "I take everything day by day," Wooldridge said. "It doesn't mean things don't get done, because they do." According to Wooldridge, crime at UCO hasn't changed much in the past years. "It will vary between book theft and medical calls toward the end of the semester," Wooldridge said.

"But the more people that are here, the higher the crime rate will be." The biggest crime on campus is theft ranging from the stealing of parking decals to car stereos. Crimes that bother Wooldridge the most are incidents that involve young people. For example, any accidents that include alcohol or drugs. There can always be improvement in the judicial system and Wooldridge has his own hypothesis. He believes that the process from the initial arrest to the court process takes too long for certain cases. "The courts are overloaded with cases that shouldn't be there," Wooldridge said. "We can simplify the process and still keep everybody's rights." Wooldridge also believes the media may have a part in the criminal system. "The public must know (of a crime situation), but sometimes

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Continued from page 8 the new stories go overboard," Wooldridge said. "But most of the time it's good." Although Wooldridge believes that some of the criminals do want attention from the media, he doesn't believe the crime rate will drop if the media was less involved. "We just have to leave it up to the court system (to decide between the real criminals and the criminals seeking attention)," Wooldridge said.

Outside the law system, Wooldridge enjoys spending time with his family. "My kids are involved in sports, so I try to watch them as much as possible," Wooldridge said. Woolridge also likes to take his family camping. "Someday I'd like to go to Australia or Europe," Woolridge said. Other than taking a vacation in other countries, Wooldridge has no plans of leaving UCO anytime soon .<

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FLOAT Continued from page 10 building business a great deal is good people to help build it and a sorority member's father who can weld. She said welding is needed somewhere among the glitter and glam of the float, but before the chickens are in place. Then the promoting begins. Wells said they will post signs in business windows in Edmond to promote the parade. They also came up with the idea of standing on the side of the street holding up signs that read, "Come to the parade on Saturday," Wells said. Do not stop though, they are not washing cars. "It could be worse," she said. The easiest but most important things to remember when planning a float is: a vehicle is required to pull the float and not to start building too early because the float might fall apart, Wells said There are many different

techniques and procedures that are available when building a float. Some use papier mache, some use tissue and some use extravagant costumes. Some sororities con other fraternities to help with the wood work. But not all float builders actually need chickens. Buffy Payer, activities chairman and member of Sigma Kappa, said plans for their theme is still in the making but it will include a Greek goddess. She said boyfriends and members of Sigma Tau Gamma will help them build the wood frame and then the sorority will take over from there. "Last year we had some guys come over and help us build it because we're not real handy with wood and stuff," Payer said. She said last year they waited until the last minute to begin construction. Waiting until the last minute to

build the float is not a good idea, she said, but once again they are starting late. She is not worried though because the float will float come parade day, she said. The same basic materials are needed for their float including chicken wire. Payer said the sorority members on the float will wear costumes. Their plan is to wear togas to match their heavy Greek theme. Of course, wearing sheets as costumes can only happen if the weather permits she said. Both sorority members agreed building a float is fun competition and tightens Greek life. The parade starts at 10:30 a.m., October 16, at the UCO library. No need to worry, chickens are optional and as of this time, no fraternities or sororities will have —Photo by Chieko Hara live chickens to match their chicken wire Tanya Bourne, freshman, is fixing the wooden frame of a float while Heather Ross, junior, helps her hold it in place.

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out' of college, taking dvantage of the College Level Exam Program (CLEP) testing can accelerate your study program," said Barbara Mills, acting coordinator for testing services. Passing a CLEP exam offers a substantial savings of both time and money. Most CLEP tests are timed and take an hour and one half, whereas, each three credit hour undergradute course requires 40 hours of class time. "Cost for an institutional CLEP exam is $50," Mills said. Fees for a 2000 level undergraduate class is $63.20 per credit hour; $189.60 for three credit hours, said a representative from the bursar's office. Therefore, a passing score for a three credit hour sophomore level course saves $139.60 in tuition, the cost of a textbook, and 38 and one half hours of class time. Students planning to graduate from

UCO can take the institutional exam. An institutional exam is graded on campus. "Results for an institutional exam are usually available in 24 hours from exam time," Mills said. National exams cost $55 and are recommended for students planning to graduate from another university. "The extra $5 is really a clerical fee:' Mills said. Results for the national exam can take as long as three weeks to get because the test is sent to a national testing center for grading, she said. "We issue an official score letter and keep results on file." "CLEP (the national office) keeps students' scores for five years." The testing center submits passing scores to the records office and the student receives a "P" (for pass) for the course, she said. "Students receive full credit for the course, but it does not affect their GPA," she said. A failing score is never submitted to the records office and does not show up on transcripts, she said.

It doesn't take an Einstein to pass a CLEP exam, she said. "The premises behind CLEP tests is that persons who pass truly do possess the knowledge of the course," Mills said. "They do not need to be sitting in class." They could take other classes that are more advanced or fill a time slot with another required class, she said. "Students should make sure that the course (that the CLEP replaces) satisfies the demands of their study program and the demands of their major," Mills said. Preparation tools are readily available, she said. Study guides are available in the copy center, located in University Center, Room 146, she said. "Most study guides only cost eighty-six cents to a dollar," she said. Borrowing a fellow student's book or notes to study is another "get ready" resource, she said. —

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"Students should come prepared and not wait until the last minute," Mills said. "We have some people come in `cold turkey' ." "But, these tests are not designed for guessing," she said. "My advice is check into it early and prepare ahead of time," Mills said. Test times must be scheduled in advance. The tests taken most often are the English composition and the college algebra tests, she said. But, testing services has a long list of CLEP tests and departmental exams available. "If we don't have the test here, we can order it for you," Mills said. The format for most of the exams is multiple choice, however, a few include an essay, she said.

The testing center can inform students of the testing format for each test before deciding to take it. On exam day, students must provide a photo ID and the receipt from the bursar's office reflecting payment for the exam, she said. Testing services provides the test and answer sheet. "Sometimes students don't realize that we must ID them," she said. At times, the testing center is very busy, Mills said. "We tested over 5,000 students during the 1998-1999 academic year." "That includes all testing such as the ACT college entrance exam and departmental exams," she said. The testing center is located in —Photo by Chieko Hara Thatcher Hall, Room 301. For more information, call the Freshman Samantha Stanley is taking a test in the Testing Services Center, located in Testing Center at 974-2388 < Thatcher Hall Room 302.

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UCO remains undefeated...

Bronchos invade East Central Tigers By Justin Villines Sportsrititer

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choes of a stampede are still being heard at East Central University after the number three ranked UCO Bronchos used a high powered ground attack to hand ECU their sixth defeat of the season. "I was happy with the enthusiasm we played with, we made some really good plays when we had to, it was a good effort," UCO Head coach Gary Howard said. After a 43 yard punt return by Senior sensation Johnnie Jones, the Bronchos would only need three plays to score. Sophomore Greg Briley had a one yard run to give the Bronchos a 6-0 lead. Junior Evan Luttrell increased

the lead to 7-0 with only 2:30 off give UCO a 23-0 lead. Luttrell's The Tigers finally got on the the clock. PAT would make it 24-0 with score board after quarterback The Bronchos defense held 8:25 left in the third quarter. Luke Hackbarth completed a five firm on a fourth and one, "I was really happy_ for yard pass to his tight end keeping ECU from cutting Courtney Latimore to cut into their lead half way UCO's lead to 24-7 with through the second quarter. 11:25 left in the fourth UCO struck again with quarter. a 27 yard run from Briley Briley put the nail in I was to make it 13-0, Luttrell the coffin with an would connect on a PAT to happy with the enthusiasm explosive 72 yard run to make it 14-0 with 5:53 left give the Bronchos a 31-7 we played with.. in the first half. with 3:30 left in the game. Luttrell extended the Briley led the Bronchos Bronchos lead to 17-0 offensive attack with 177 Gary Howard after booting a 40 yard rushing yards on 15 field goal to end the half. Head Coach carries and three After sitting out last touchdowns. UCO Football week's game with a Matthews finished the concussion, Sophomore game with 126 yards Justin Matthews returned rushing on nine carries in a big way for the Bronchos. and one touchdown. Matthews showed his speed on a him(Matthews), that was a great Senior Reggie Donner, still 91 yard run for a touchdown to run," Howard said. hampered with an injured

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Bronchos shatter Midwestern State By Nick Spross SportsViriler

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volleyball, UCO has Midwestern States number. For the second time in a little over a week, the Bronchos beat Midwestern State. UCO won in three games, 152, 15-4, 15-9, with help from overpowering front line play. The Bronchos improved their overall record to 13-7. Bronchos outside hitter Alma Brahimaj with 23 kills almost equaled the total kills of Midwestern State who had 29 as a team. UCO physically and statistically dominated Midwestern State with an overwhelming kill and set percentage differential. The Bronchos kill percentage was .345 to Midwestern States .090 and their set percentage was.471 to .270. UCO will next play Oct. 15 at Texas A&M Commerce after a nine day rest . The game is stet to start at 7 p.m.

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Women's soccer brings wins home By Justin Villines

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he UCO women's soccer team is winning, but head coach Mike Cook wants the team to be more consistent. "If we are going to contend, we have to be ready all the time," Cook said. The Bronchos were ready for Ouachita Baptist Saturday in a LSC game. UCO, ranked 15th in NCAA U CO's Jennifer Goodall shoots for a goal in Friday's game Division II, scored five goals in against Harding. Goalkeeper Jodi Besenye stops this goal the first half against Ouachita Baptist. attempt while Harding's #8 Michal Edwards looks on. Junior forward Sally Holmes continued to play good for the Photo by: Tony Ottmann

Bronchos scoring two goals and Senior Jamie Lane also scored two and had one assist. Freshman Kim Brown had two assists for the Bronchos. Coach Cook used several players in the game. "Ouachita is in their first year, so we played a lot girls who don't get a lot of time," Cook said. Jennifer Goodall, Nicole Hess, Missy Herzer, and Liz Martin all scored goals for UCO. Jeorgia McGinty, Kristen Hill, Christina Folluo, Erin Willard and Connie Barker each had an assist. The Bronchos defeated Ouachita Baptist 9-0. The Bronchos picked up

another LSC victory with a 3-0 win over Harding Friday afternoon. UCO out shot Harding 28-5. Goalkeeper Amanda Hillier had three saves on the day. The Bronchos defense was led by Lisa Hansen, Courtney Lindsey and Jessica Mathieu. UCO extends their record to 11-2-1 overall and 3-0-1 in LSC play. The Bronchos will travel to Angelo State and Midwestern State this week in two key LSC games. They return to Tom Thompson Field on October 21 and face East Central University. Game time is set for 7 p.m. <

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Stars shine on the Bronchos... Top Left: Todd Barnes #35 lowers his shoulder in preparation for a hit from #44 Corey Moore of ECU. Middle Left: East Central's #29 makes a diving attempt to tackle UCO's #35 Greg Briley in Saturday's game.

Lower Left: Reggie Donner #34, changes directions in the backfield to avoid a tackle. Upper Right: Broncho's kick returner and corner back Johnnie Jones returns a punt in the Broncho's manhandling of ECU.

Lower Right: Reggie DOnner (#34) makes a backfield correction in Saturday's conference win over East Central University. The Bronchos conquered the Tigers 31-7.

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To the Editor: his is in response to the Sports Commentary article by Mr. J. W. Reager. I am still trying to understand the purpose and reason for the angle you chose with regards to Thursday's sport's commentary. I was at the game on Saturday and as for showing school spirit and pride, Langston's was little

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yelled out, and I quote, "Forget Langston, we are with UCO., Langston sucks." If that is what you call "Langston Pride," then I am glad UCO has never displayed it. And as for the party that was advertised somehow, somewhere, I was there from kickoff to the final whistle and never heard about any party that was being hosted by the Langston Lions. Perhaps now you can focus on our fans, our team and our spirit.

The visitor's bleachers were full last Saturday and I am excited that more and more students, faculty, parents and alumni are seeing the winningest college football team in Oklahoma in the 90s. You would think that they could get a little more praise for being #3 in the nation. Congratulations Bronchos, Jarrett E. Jobe UCOSA President

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EMPLOYMENT HELP WANTED at Gaillardia Golf & Country Club. Pay starts at $6/hr. Need responsible, hard-working individual. For more info, Todd, 3022810. HARRIGAN'S has openings now for hostess and server positions. Apply in person at 6420 NW Expressway, 2-5pm. for light NEED SOMEONE housekeeping and childcare, approx 15 hrs/wk, flexible hrs, 833-9975. PART TIME accounts payable clerk needed for Edmond office. No weekends, will work with school schedule. If interested, please contact Beverly at 340-9508 or FAX resume to 341-9622. LOCAL CELLULAR phone company

seeking motivated individuals for $6/hr. Call nursery director at 524FOR SALE placement in outside sales positions. 2204, X233. 1989 HONDA CIVIC, 5-sp, sunroof, F/P time positions available. Contact Nathan at 203-0234. Health Club new tires, black, 340-7514 or 341PRESTIGIOUS recruiting certified aerobic Instructors 4120. SEASONAL help, approx 20 hrs/wk. to teach land aerobics, water Home decor, gifts, Christmas. aerobics, kickboxing and spinning 1995 NISSAN Altima, green outside, Hamilton Home Collection, 324 W classes. $20/hr. Send resume to 56K, one owner, clean, reliable, 33rd, Edmond, 478-4800. Presbyterian Hospital Health Club, $8000. Call Taylor at 949-1726. 920 N Lincoln Blvd, OKC, OK 73104 FRONT DESK staff needed Wed & or call 9-HEALTH (943-2584). www.perfumeparadise.com Fri evenings, some weekends. Apply Name Brand Designer Perfumes at Edmond YMCA, 1220 S Rankin, FOR RENT for men and women at discounted prices. Edmond. 1 & 2 BEDROOM APTS, Duplexes & We specialize in hard-to-find fragrances. DOMESTIC help needed for various Townhomes, Kennedy Place Apts, afternoons M-F 3-8pm, Sat & Sun 1010 N Kennedy, Edmond (Across Order from our online catalob or call 7:30am-12:30pm. Light from UCO), 341-7911. Welcome 405-616-1922 housekeeping, must like children, Students! Free shipping anywhere in living quarters available, 627-1705, Oklahoma leave message. ONE BEDRM APT, unfurnished, PERFUME PARADISE kitchen appliances, gas & waterpaid. Crossroads Mall Presbyterian NO PETS! Located near UCO, 1217 WESTMINSTER Church is seeking quality nursery N Roosevelt, $300/mo + deposit, 1987 MAZDA 323, top-end rebuilt, caregivers, part time flexible hours, 341-9651. $1600

1986 OLDS 98, $1600 1992 DODGE Ram 50 P/U, $2200 1989 DODGE Ram 250 Cargo van, $2000 All running perfect 755-5589 or p. 904-2707

TRAVEL ***ACT NOW! Get the best SPRING BREAK PRICES! South Padre, Cancun, Jamaica, Bahamas, Acapulco, Florida & Mardi Gras. Reps needed... Travel free, earn $$$. GROUP DISCOUNTS FOR 6+. 1-800-838-8203 www.leisuretours.com

ROOMMATES TWO MALE roommates wanted. House located 6 mi NE of UCO campus. One master bdrm $300/mo, all bills pd, one bdrm $200/mo, all bills paid. Must be non-smoker, nondrinker, 359-7285 evenings.


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DEADLINES 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 for the first 25 words and $.12 per word thereafter. PAYMENT IS DUE WHEN AD IS PLACED. Classified Display ads have same deadlines and prices as regular display ads. Call 974-5549 or 974-5916 for additional info.

NOTICES ENGLISH LANGUAGE CTR 1015-C Waterwood Parkway ESL for International Students TOEFL Preparation Save up to 40% Tuition Ask about our tuition discounts 348-7602 info@elcok.com www.elcok.com 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

SERVICES DENTAL PLAN $9 per month single; $15 family. No deductibles, no claim forms. Includes Vision and RX plan. Affordable health plans also. Call Michelle at 340-4998.

RENTERS-Get $20,000 coverage for $17-$22 per month! Great auto rates for good students too. Call Michelle at 340-4998 for free quote.

In Need of Extra Cash? Cafe 501 is now hiring all now hiring all positions. Apply Monday - Friday 2 - 5 p.m. at 501 S. Boulvard in Edmond BAKERY

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

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A-Z TYPING HAS MOVED One mile W of campus (off 2nd St). Type term papers, writing and/or research assistance, resumes, etc. No job too large or small. Call Con at 348-5673.

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FREE ANONYMOUS AIDS testing & counseling, every Thursday 7:309pm. No appt necessary. Wesley Foundation, 311 E Hurd, 341-5450. For testing info call 495-2732. MAINLY STUDENTS! 4.0 SNU grad types 130+wpm with 20+ yrs experience in editing/writing in APA, MLA, criminal justice, etc. Also resumes. Undergraduate, graduate & international students welcome. APPT ONLY. Downtown Edmond, Visa/Mastercard, 340-2001. TYPING-In your office or my home. Manuscripts, novels, term papers, theses, address labels or whatever your need may be. Reasonable rates. NE of Edmond, Loretta, 3481005.

ART GALLERY-Part time picture framing, will train. Call Pat at 8425024.

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Carl'seTr. $50 Sign on bonus after 60 days. Flexible schedule and free meals! Apply at: 3232 S. Broadway, Edmond & 1400 E. 2nd Street, Edmond & 501 S. Division, Guthrie

PT SCHOOL BUS drivers, will train, approx 20-25 hrs/wk, $7.69/hr, Edmond Public Schools, 125 N State St, 340-2962. HIRING WAIT STAFF, hostess, PT/FT, excellent pay. Apply at Khalil's Steak & Seafood, 7628 N May, OKC, 8:30am-3pm. APPT SETTER needed, good pay, Mon-Thur 6-9pm. No selling, experience helpful. Call 879-9899, ask for Todd. ONE STEP AT A TIME Childcare needs FULL & PART time caregivers lam-2:30pm Mon-Fri. Need to start immediately, 330-3077. COUNTY LINE is now hiring for all positions. Host, kitchen & wait staff. Apply T-Th 3-4pm at 1226 NE 63rd. Inquire about $50 sign-on bonus, ask for Tony. FULL OR PART time residential assistant needed. Shift starts at 11 pm on Friday and ends at 3pm on Sunday, every weekend or every other weekend, $5.75/hr, will train. Apply at 1200 N Roosevelt, Edmond or call 341-3535. BROWSE icpt.com for Springbreak "2000". ALL destinations offered. Trip participants, student organizations and campus sales reps wanted. Fabulous parties, hotels and prices. Call Inter-Campus 800-327-6013.

PROFESSOR'S FAMILY needs childcare, home teaching help with 12-yr-old son with autism. Training provided, no experience necessary. References required. Prefer Special Ed or Speech Path major, 359-1696. NOW ACCEPTING applications at Harry's TV & Appliance, 10840 N Penn. Call for interview or additional information 755-4000. Looking for delivery/installation personnel. Full or part time hours available.

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"FREE YOUR MIND" Fashion Extravaganza Thurs, Oct 14, 7:00 PM Constitution Hall

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Edmond Homeland Branch Provides multiple banking services in a sales and goal oriented environment. Full-time and part-time positions. Flexible hours and benefits available! Starts at $8.75 per hour plus bonuses. LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE N.W. 122nd & May Branch Provides multiple banking services in a sales and goal oriented environment. Assists managers in motivating and coaching sales associates. Flexible hours and benefits available! Starts at $9.83 per hour, plus opportunities for bonuses. First Bank IZ Fidelity ri,

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