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CAMPUS / Meip Gakuin students winding up visit / 5 PHOTO FEATURE / Windmills, football. and picnic; Community DayII3 VIEWPOINT / Pull controversy not a controversy / 4 Volume 105. Number 3
Hope College, Holland, Michigan
Serving the Hope Community for 105 Years
September 16,1992
WTHS kicks off fall semester by Julie Blair ' news editor ^ Hope College radio WTHS, 89.9 rocked back onto the airwaves Monday morning at 6 a.m., signifying the official kickoff of fall. This year's commercial—free line-up satisfies the largest of music appetites featuring favorite classic rock, rap/dance, alternative. Christian alternative. Grateful Dead, metal, blues and techno/industrial blocks. Country, new age and contemporary Christian shows wil I be added this season; evenings will feature specialty shows. "We're the voice of Hope Coll e g e , " W T H S m a n a g e r Trent Wakenight ('93) said. "We're different than anything else available and present music uniquely within the Michigan area.This year's theme Anchor photo by Rich Blair
TRENT WAKENIGHT ('93) works with staffers towards professionalism at WTHS.
Greeks raise money for M.S. The fourth annual Dance for Multiple Sclerosis hosted by the Centurians and the Kappa Delta Chi was successful in doubling the amount of money raised last year. "Last year we raised only $250," said John Nowak( '94). This year we made $527." The $527 raised at Friday night's dance was the result of extensive planning by Nowak and Shandra Maleckas. "We made several trips to Holland over the summer to plan for the dance," said Nowak. The two solicited Holland area businesses for donations of poten-
tial prizes to give to students as drawing prizes. The prizes were given out throughout the evening. Over two hundred students turned out to support MS and, in turn, had a great time. The dance did face some last minute problem when Carrot Top, the comedian brought on campus by SAC had to borrow the stereo equipment that was intended for the use of the dance. But the problem was resolved when members of the Centurians donated the use of their stereo equipment until the borrowed equipment could be returned.
Knickerbockers return by Jen Gavin staff reporter "Meet the Knicks!" say some bold signs scattered about campus. They are eye-catching and seem to announce the arrival of a professional sports team, but may be a tad bit confusing. In actuality the "Knicks" are the members of the Knickerbocker fraternity (KHN) who are back on campus after a two year break due to pledging problems. The fraternity is now in the midst of its fall Rush, which began last Wednesday and will continue through this weekend,culminating with an invitational dinner on Saturday. The Knickerbocker fraternity currently has only two official active m e m b e r s although many alumni pay regular active dues. However, the members don't feel their involvement is a hindrance, rather a benefit. "It gives the alumni a reason to come back whereas most people graduate and never come back," said PaurBarleli C93), president of the organization. "There have been people | who graduated in] the early
seventies that'll just show up unannounced." Alumnus Greg Raczok said, "The fact that there are not many of us allows us to be more personal." In fact, the majority of the Knicks, found around their off campus house, have long since graduated. Bartell attributes this to the strength and loyalty found in the fraternity. This close knit group does not expectalarge initiation group when pledging begins on Friday, September 25 but rather anticipates the quality of pledges. "There's an old engineering saying that quantity is the enemy of quality. We want the type of people that will benefit from us and in turn benefit the fraternity," Bartell said. The Knicks plan to continue fundraisers and activities that were put on the wayside after the suspension, such as their annual can drive for Muscular Dystrophy and their AIDS Awareness campaign. From all indications, the future of the fraternity seems active and as an unidentified alumnus said in p a r t i n g / T h e Knicks are back. You can't keep a good group of guys down."
is return to professionalism." This
summer 55-70 new DJs joined the station staff, bringing fresh perspectives to the Alternative.
DJs Dan Acker ('96) and Peter Beckman ('96) will broadcast their Christian block for the first time Sunday night to WTHS' audience of over 1,000,000. "Too many think Christian music is geek music," Beckman said. "Its not just hippy hoppy music, but something that glorifies Christ's name." Like Acker and Beckman, many students developed their own creative format and have imput on decisons made at the station. DJs and executive staff members meet individually on a weekly basis to discuss the shows and work on new ideas. Though many staffers are communication majors, WTHS encouraged anyone with an interest in radio to apply. "(The station) allows students a spec ial creative outlook and a chance to see what professional radio is like," Wakenight said. "Its an excellent opprotunity for communication and other majors alike."
National Hispanic Heritage Month begins by Greg Brown, campus editor and Deborah Kramer, staff reporter N a t i o n a l H i s p a n i c Heritage Month, sponsored by the Hispanic Student Organization (HSO), began Tuesday with a lecture on Hispanic history in A m e r i c a by H o p e ' s Spanish professor Hersilia AlvarezRuf. Hispanic Heritage Month will continue through October 15. HSO has many activities planned for the month, including a dance at the Kletz this Saturday from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. and a performance by the F o l k o r i c o D a n c e G r o u p and Mariachis the following Saturday at
the Knickerbocker Theatre. "We have more activities planned than last year," said Janet Hernandez ('95), HSO president. The Hispanic Student Organization has a mission to promote a better understanding of the Hispanic culture within our college community and the surrounding Holland area. The organization itself focuses on cultural awareness of both Hispanics and non-Hispanics. The cultural h i g h l i g h t s are l a n g u a g e , lifestyle, religion, history and continuous learning. According to Hernandez, continuous learning involves a belter understanding of Hispanics. "Many people assume that His-
panics are either just 'Mexican', 'Cuban.' or 'Puerto Rican.' HSO seeks to identify with the other members of Hispanic origin, like Columbians, Nicaraguans, South, Central, Island (Dominican), and European (Spain)," said Hernandez. "Another key to our organization," said Hernandez, "is that many of us come from various backgrounds and traditions which enable us to relate to the impact of being on a campus like Hope's. [We're] making an effort to create a mosaic of identity and awareness." If anyone would like more information about HSO or its activities, contact Janet at x6119 or Daniel Lopez ('93) at x6132.
Editors move in new direction by Julie Blair news editor Producing the weekly edition of the Hope's eight page newspaper keeps Anchor editors on their toes— literally. After spending a twelve hour day in the office immersed in journalism, the Laffy Taffy candy that Associate E d i t o r S t e p h a n i e Grier hadconsumed three hours earlier finally kicked in. Giggling, she broke into a quick jig, displaying for her captivated staff the latest moves she learned in tap class. Editor-in-Chief Scott Runyon scratched his beard, adjusted his glasses and commented on her move me n ts . Balance he s a i d watch the footwork. C a m p u s Editor Greg Brown dances as well. Multi-talented communication majors all chose to explore the dance classes here at Hope. "The whole idea behind a liberal arts education means having the
opportunity to take other classes," Runyon said. "I have always been interested in dance. My 9-year-old sister, Nicole, jazz dances." An athlete in high school, Runyon ran track and cross country and competed in the high-jump. He says taking modem dance is helping him to regain lost flexibility. "The movement you do is expressive, more so than other sports," he said. " I ' m pushing my body in different ways." Grier pushed herself so much, she's got a nasty case of shin splints. She admires the talents of Fred Astaire and Gene Kelly and really likes the long flowing dresses trimmed with fur Ginger Rodgers wore in the old black and white movies. "It'sdancing in those high heels," she said. "It's an exercise you look glamorous doing." Brown, a former football player and cross country runner, took his inspiration from the graceful ballet dancer from his hometown in Edon, Ohio, former Chicago Bears running back Waller Pay ton and former
Pittsburgh Steclers wide receiver Lynn Swann. "I hope that by taking dance 1 will be able to run more efficiently and become more coordinated," Brown said. "Flexibility is my friend." Neither Runyon nor Brown are afraid of participating in a "women's class." They say many men no longer look to stereotypes and have learned to appreciate dance. "The more people realize the benefits of dance, the less worried they will be about criticism from friends," Brown said. Meanwhile, back in the Anchor office, Grier and Sports Editor Steve Shilling boogie to Duran Duran's "Rio." Grier's feet scratch back and forth on the carpel as she imitates rapper Vanilla Ice. "Come on, shake it," Shilling yells. Anchor Staff Tuesday Night Deadline Dance concerts are free to students with Hope I.D. Laffy Taffy donations are also taken at the door.
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A question of interpretation Stephanie Grier The discussion occurred early in the semester, almost before those in the class knew one another and certainly before they had confidence enough to raise a hand. The professor had given them only a single scenario; they were to portray together the congregation of a church who had just discovered that one of its members, a Sunday school teacher, was a homosexual. • After only a brief silence, the class roared into a tempest. Cries of disdain and heartfelt disapproval could be heard sporadically from the far comers of the room. Surprisingly, many members of the class felt that this fictional church member should no longer be welcomed into their congregation. Only a few stood with the Sunday School teacher; this small minority had a great battle on their hands. "The Bible says it's wrong to be gay "The majority pronounced. "We cannot allow a continuing, admitted sinner to stay in our midst. We have to help him by showing him how he's hurting himself." Eventually, this group was worn down by the protests of the few who were sympathetic toward the homosexual church member. It was agreed that he should be allowed to remain in the church, but only under the conditions that he would no longer teach Sunday School and that he would get counseling. If this example of Christian attitudes serves to illustrate anything, it
is that a strict interpretation of religious texts can sometimes lead to exclusion. The Sunday school teacher will never be able to worship in that church without being treated differently or barred from participation in such church activities as the Christian education program. This discussion, which took place between 30 Hope students in a class last spring, does seem to indicate that an exclusionary attitude toward homosexuality is in existence and even rather prevalent on this campus. Although every individual has the freedom to believe as desired, this sort of religious and personal philosophy is interesting enough to warrant further objective examination. There, seem to be two major philosophical trends in areas of religion, the first is to follow the teachings of the Bible and live in strict adherence to the laws set down therein. The other trend is to live with a philosophy of acceptance and love, as Christ did, without paying much attention to the rules. Those who believe this later philosophy are willing to forgive and accept the sinner without question. These two religious ideals seemed to be the central source of conflict in the debate regarding the homosexual Sunday School teacher; it appeared that neither side could reconcile itself to the other's views. The Bible, in tum, provided a solid foundation
for both courses of action. In the Bible, students can find many examples which can be interpreted to support each of these religious ways of thinking. Parables of forgiveness abound, as d o stories of men who disobeyed God and were punished. Because of this duality in the Bible, it is confusing sometimes for Christians to pin down exactly what it is that the various passages mean. However, this duality should also shed light on the fact that many "grey areas" exist in religion, and that they serve an important purpose in themselves. If it were not for this vagueness and uncertainty, then the Bible would be nothing more than a rule book and mankind would not be free to come to God. This Biblical duality should also create an awareness of other viewpoints. If there is room for more than one view in the Bible, then surely there may exist more than one view here on Earth. Thus no man m^y be condemned by his fellow citizens for his own beliefs or lifestyle choice, unless for some reason he infringes upon the rights or beliefs of others. In the example of the fictional Sunday School teacher, the rights of the other members of that hypothetical congregation were not going to be infringed upon. They were all desirous of the same end, therefore it is inequitable that any one of them should be turned away. Why, then, should anybody think to do so, even in a fictional scenario?
Bush's 13-point plan unveiled by Julie Blair news editor President Bush unveiled his new economic plan Thursday at the Economic Club of Detroit, vowing to cut taxes and decrease the salaries of governmental workers in an attempt to kick-start the limping U.S. ecomony if elected. Accused of reneging on his "Read My Lips" pledge. Bush assured voters he would not raise taxes again if elected this November. His thirteen point program entitled "Agenda for American Renewal," outlines strict reforms, suggesting 54,000 federal bureaucrats who make more than $75,000 a year be forced to take a 5 percent cut in salary. The White House would also slice and dice, cutting 33 percent from
their current $189 million operating budget. R e n e w e l i n c l u d e s an across-the-board personal income tax rate cut of one percent financed by $132 billion achieved by capping benefits of mandatory programs such as Medicaid. This would mean a $261 a year savings to a four-member family earning $43,000. Bush suggested a corporate tax rate cut—from 15 percent to 10 percent— for small businesses and a capital gains tax rate cut on investments, including lowering the top rate from 28 percent to no more than 15 percent. Bush said this would allow small businesses to save by the way of state and. federal wage informa-
tion "through a single entity." In the foreign relations department, the president gave support to the recently negotiated free-trade pact with Mexico and announced to form tariff-free trading arrangements with other nations in Latin America, Central Europe and Pacific Rim. Back on the homefront, Bush said he _WfriSxT could heal the battered iisa BiJSn economy^ insisting he can double the annual . U.S. output by $10 trillion by^arly next century. vlv«C»» • The White House corroborated, saying Bush's goal can be reached if the economy would expand by 3.5 percent to 4 percent after inflation.
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Campaign goes to campuses CPS—The fight for the presidency has moved from the convention halls to the towns, cities and campuses across the United States, particularly key states in the Midwest. And the 1992 campaign is shaping up as a bruising battle on issues of the economy, trust and family values. President Bush and Vice President Dan Quayle received the official go-ahead from the party faithful at the Aug. 17-20 Republican convention in Houston. Bush and Quayle want four more years to push their agenda of less govemment and lower taxes. Democratic presidential candidate Arkansas Gov. Bill Clinton and his running mate, U.S. Sen. A1 Gore
of Tennessee, maintain that after 12 years of Republican presidential leadership, a change of party and philosophy is needed at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. The race for the White House includes winning the hearts—and votes—of college and university students. While historically the 18— 24 age group has had the lowest voter turnout of all age groups, both parties have made it clear the young vole is important. And that fight is being held on college campuses across the United Stales. College Republicans were out in force at the Republican convention in Houston, as was the Republican YouthCoalition,controlled by College Republicans.
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About 500 College Republicans helped run the show at the convention, said Mandy Innis, national first vice—chairman of the College Republicans. She said many ^f them got on the convention floor each night and were active in helping out with logistics. Innis, who graduated this year from the University of Texas— Austin with a degree in intemational business, said two main issues that face students are the economy and jobs. Like many other Republicans, she blamed Congress, not Bush, for the stagnant economy and other social problems. She doesn't have a job yet, but is
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NEWS OF THE WORLD THE BALKANS The world held its breath Friday as the three rivals involved in the Bosnian civil war agreed to peace talks to resolve the bloody six month conflict Bosnia, however, backed out at the last minute and continued to attack the Serbs. As peacemakers frantically search for a solution to the conflict, thousands of civilians die daily.
EARTHQUAKES Rumblings shook Redland California, 62 miles east of Los Angeles Monday at 10:16 a.m., registering 3.4 on the richter scale; Califomians felt aftershocks of 3.2 and 3.1. On Saturday, a 6.7 quake rocked Eastem Zaire, killing 8 and injuring several. HURRICANE INIKI Winds clocked at 160 miles per hour tore across the Pacific Ocean Friday, smashing 20 foot waves against Kauai, a thirty mile wide island in the Hawaiian Island chain, pop. 50,000. The Pentagon began dispatching relief efforts immediately, sending a helicopter aircraft carrier. Army supply ships, 500 Army soliders and cargo planes with food, tents and drinking water. Three have died, 38 are injured. C H I N E S E / U.S. T E N S I O N S The Chinese government threatened to use force should the United Stales sell U.S. war planes to Taiwan. They said the transaction would break a 1982 arms agreement. T H E CAMPAIGN TRAIL President Bush made a third trip to Michigan Thursday, announcing his 13 point economic platform for reform. Arkansas Gov. Bill Clinton has agreed to debate Bush at Michigan State University, September 22. Bush, however, has not yet accepted. Also, Hillary Clinton shared chocolate milk and cookies with third graders in Chicago. The candidates will spend this week out West. PEACE PRIZE A 13 member panel awarded Former Secretary of State George Schultz the Seoul Peace Prize for contributing to the end of the Cold War between the U.S. and U.S.S.R. THE WORLD OF SPORTS Stefan Edberg reclaimed the No. 1 crown in men's tennis, defeating Pete Sampras in the U.S. Open 3-6, 6-4, 7-6 (7-5), 6-2. In women's action, Monica Seles played her 13th Grand Slam toumament, defeating Arantxa Sanchez Vicario in a 6-3, 6-3 victory. Seles collected $500,000; Vicario $250,000.
Modem day miracle speaks at FCA Discouraged and unhappy with his life, Dane decided to have the tube removed, sacrificing his new Only after being silenced could voice in an aitempt to make himself Mitchel Dane find his voice. normal. Monday night in the Maas Audi-. Shortly after having the procetorium, Dane spoke to the Fellow- dure reversed, Dane began to feel ship of Christian Athletes, sharing vibrations in his remaining vocal his faith in God and miraculous re- cord. covery from a freak accident that Doctors assured him it was left the singer speechless for two physically impossible. Two vocal years. cords produce sound by vibrating While riding his motorcycle in together; Dane had only one. his hometown ten years ago, 15 yearThe sounds continued, his voice old Dane drove through a fallen strengthening. wire slicing his trachea and esophaDane was a modem miracle, degus. Clinically dead for several fying all medical knowledge. "There is no room minutes, his father and p a r a m e d i c s w o r k e d to for luck in the Kingrevive Dane. dom of God; he's all "God is my you need," Dane said. Amazingly enough, friend; he he pulled through the exToday Dane has reperience but was left with walks with leased two contemposevered vocal cords, unrary albums, singing me." able to speak or commuabout his Christian be— Mitchell nicate verbally, silenced liefs and faith in God. Dane to a private hell. "It's time to break "Why do bad things down these walls, these happen to good people," masks and get to know Dane asked himself. your friends through a deeper faith: Tormented, he prayed to God, Jesus Christ," Dane said. asking for an understanding. He encourages people to take the After 33 operations, temporary time to care about others and invest relief came when physicians placed in solid friendships. a trachea tube in his throat, enabling Though each of us may not have him to speak in raspy tones. Though an awakening so dramatic, Dane the tube replaced his voice it also encourages us to appreciate the evbrought heartache. eryday miracles in our lives. Dane longed to be a normal sevThe Fellowship of Christian enteen year old, able to swim or Athletes invites all students to ateven shower but having the tube tend their weekly discusions group meant the constant fear of drown- to talk about concerns, doubts, feeling. Water for him meant death. ings, and faith.
by Julie Blair, news editor and Julie Weiss, staff reporter
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by Dirk Joldersma staff reporter On a glorious football Saturday, Hope and Holland celebrated for the 27lh lime (he relationship between the college and community. Hundreds of Hope sports fans mobbed Windmill Island for lunch, then made the short trip to Holland Municipal Stadium to enjoy the Flying Dutchmen kickoff the '92 season. Community members and college faculty, staff and students mingled around tables filled with classic picnic fare: brats and burgers. Accompanied by the spirited music of Holland's American Legion Band, the drawing of door prizes attracted much attention. Particularly exciting were the reserved seats to the Hope-Calvin basketball game that were given away. But the best part of the picnic was the impromptu football game. Two youngsters.
HALFBACK PETE STUURSMA ('93) (above) tucks the ball away as he looks upfield as his blockers prepare to make a hole for him to run through on the right side. Kevin McLeod ('93) (right) attempts to shed his blocker in pursuit of the DePauw running attack.
caught up in their dreams of playing for the orange and blue, began running and throwing their Nerf ball, providing their own playby-play for any who were listening. Several adults stared longingly, remembering their own imaginary Super Bowl experiences. The real football game was less ihan ideal, however, as DePauw University defeated Hope College 6-0. DePauw quarterback Brian Goodman fired a 9-yard scoring strike to Jim Fiscella for the game's lone score. In spite of the game's outcome, however, both college and community seemed to have a good time. The obvious enjoyment of all the participants reveals the closeness that Hope and Holland enjoy. Derek Draft ('94) summed up the experience when he said, "Community Day is a great chance for the students of Hope to meet the people of the surrounding community. After all, Holland and its people are one of Hope's biggest attractions."
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No more controversy Recent trends of sensitivity to sexism and equality between men and women have caused there to be much criticism of Hope's Pull and Nykerk traditions. When The Pull or Nykerk is mentioned, at least to those who have been at Hope a year or two, controversy over the issue of male and female integration seems to be prominent. The discussion over this controversy has been dominated by fury ad nauseam. It has resulted in a distortion of our ideas of the events and even caused us to lose some of the excitement the traditions once had. The controversy is evident in the sheer number of letters to the editor The Anchor has received in the past few years. Most of the letters seem to be heated and written to bring some form of integration in the present traditions, not to change them or to create new events integrating men and women. Everyone has come to expect this yearly outpouring of fury; being angry about the Pull seems almost as important a tradition as The Pull itself. As we are now in the heart of the training for The Pull and the big event is just around the corner, it has again become an issue. These concerns have been heard and steps have been taken to accommodate them in the form of an ad hoc committee of students and faculty organized last year. The committee was put together to decide the fate of these ageold Hope traditions and suggest alternative events to fill the gaps created by the limitations of the present traditions. After some discussion, the committee decided to have both Nykerk and The Pull create a constitution to govern the structure of the events. Within these constitutions, the coaches for the events were given freedom to allow males and females in roles traditionally only had by one sex or another. It was figured, that when and if the students felt it was needed, there would be some form of male/female integration. Now that there is a sort of resolution to this plaguing controversy, we have all the reason in the world to focus our o critical energy on more urgent issues.
Corrections & Clarifications The Anchor regrets the following mistakes from the September 9 issue: The "quiet hours" story (page 1, paragraph 4) should have read, "Originally, quiet hours in Kollen and Phelps were from 10 p.m. until 10 a.m. and presently they are from 9 p.m. until 9 a.m. during the school week and from 11 p.m. until 11 a.m. on the weekends. The story on Degefa Etana (page 3) was not completed on the back page as indicated. For a complete copy of the story, you may contact The Anchor office at x7877.
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Highlights slightly off campus "Nothing!" is a common response could have gone downtown and from students when asked what they found wonderful restaurants, shops, can do in Holland outside of Hope's an art exhibit or movie and more. campus. TheAnchorhas realized that To help students realize what they there are many students who would can do in Holland, we have expanded like to get off campus and out our former Arts page to become somewhere within walking distance Arts and Entertainment. We hope to do something. Their problem is this proves to be a helpful and inthat tl^y don't know what is out formative section for those who wish there. to take advantage of the resources Some students have taken the not far from campus. initiative to explore Holland and We are not looking to take away find the wonderful opportunities from student's involvement with on there, downtown and beyond. I think, campus activities, rather, we'd like though, that there are many students, to inform those students who are like myself, who have come to Hope looking for something to do off and become very involved in cam- campus about the options available pus activities, still hearing from their to them. peers the ever resounding, "There The city of Holland and other isn't anything to do in Holland!" leaders in the area, including former 1 wish 1 had known sooner that I
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Alternatives needed for Pull to remain current Dear Editor, We are responding to the article "The Pull is a great tradition" by Susan Adkins. We feel this is a tradition which needs to be more critically examined by the community of Hope. The Pull and Nykerk send the message to men that their importance lies in physical strength, while the message to women is that their role is to either help and guide men or sing, orate and act. Women have the ability to and should be encouraged to engage in physical activity, while men offer thecampus much with their talents in the Nykerk events. It is not the events them-
selves that are being targeted by this criticism, but rather the strict gender roles assigned to men and women. While acknowledging the security and strength of tradition, we must realize that not all traditions can be kept without being updated. Despite the decision last year that no changes were needed in Pull and Nykerk, we would like to suggest alternatives. Instead of a competition limited to 36 people per side why not allow all who would like to participate a chance? Men and women would be allowed to participate in both pull and morale positions. The competition would lie not only between classes, but each class
would have to attempt to attract the most participants. In the same vein, Nykerk would be open to men as well as women. If you are interested in exploring these ideas further, come to the Women's Issues Organization discussion, "The Pull: What message does it send?" Thursday, Sept. 24 at 11 a.m. in the Otte Room, Phelps Hall. Thank you. Amy Pocl ('93) Julie Heisler ('94) Jenna Dickinson ('95)
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The other night, enjoying a cool evening, rewarding my day-long toil (which included gathering 10 bags of grass clippings and shoveling the garage clean of feces donated by somebody's cat, and other toils associated with suburban bliss) I endeavored to make promenade its own reward, the last evening of August keeping me company with real points of light (not the political kind) three paces from my doorstep, down the driveway I had lovingly swept clean hours earlier, so now it resembled a placid lake, inviting m c
to traverse in bouyant safety; 1 spied a youth, tomorrow's promise, feet spread, knees locked hyper-extended, head tilted down, hands about his genitalia pretending to extinguish a gentle fire, a pungent Anhueser-Busch-soaked, yellow stream lofted gently penetrating the autumnal calm of the tree-lined evening; droplets splashed with good-natured randomness on his carefully selected cared for leather boots, on the neighbor's white-wall tires, on the low split-rail fence I installed some months ago, and one random droplet, one projected, deflected sphere, on tiny ball of beer-
and-body waste, found its way to my driveway, sending concentric ripples in my otherwise-placid lake. Ah the days when cares are free and parents pay tens of thousands for school, so thankful offspring can spend the summer job-dollars on Michelob Dry, ah the days when responsibilties are almost imperceptible and the world is your pissing place...enjoy, for those days will end soon soon soon. Tom O'Connor Holland resident
Meiji Gakuin students experience Hope by Dirk Joldersma staff reporter
The last seven weeks have been full of new American experiences for 10 students from Meiji Gakuin University in Japan. They are winding up their stay at Hope this week after participating in the 28 year old exchange program with the Japanese university. This program is an outgrowth of the ties Hope has had with Meiji Gakuin since 1869. The visitors from Meiji Gakuin went through a rigorous selection process to take part in the program. An intensive course combining language and cultural preparation was followed by multiple interviews and papers conducted in both English and Japanese. Meiji Gakuin is a private university near Tokyo, with an enrollment of almost 10,000 students. The counterpart to the exchange program wil send about 10 Hope students to Meiji Gakuin in May of 1993. After qualifying to travel to the United States, the students had to answer the toughest interview question of all: "Why is it important for you to go to the United States?" Yutaka Anraku had three answers for the interviewers. "I would like to go because 1 have never been abroad. Second, Vd like to evaluate my English language abilities. Finally, I want to learn about American society in English, not in Japanese."
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MEIJI GAKUIN STUDENTS participated in a seven week exchange program at Hope. Once the students had finally been selected, they made the trip to the United Slates. During the first three weeks of their slay they traveled through major cities on the East Coast. Visits to Boston, Philadelphia, and New York City fascinated the students. They spoke of the chaotic activity of the cities and were
surprised by the disorganization they saw. Some of them commented about the lack of city planning and design they saw. The travelers then came to Holland, where they spent a few days involved in a home-stay program with local families and stayed on Hone's campus for the final week in
August. The Meiji Gakuin students registered with the rest of the incoming students and have been taking classes, some of which were designed specifically for them. Academic interests of the students encompass a variety of topics. Some of the students are English or
business majors, for whom a trip to the United States is an important preparatory step in building a career. Other students are majoring in psychology, art or law. In talking with the students, the subject of trade barriers between America and Japan inevitably arose. All agreed that an election year causes the American people to look more critically at their role in the world. One of the bad results of this increased awareness was the rediscovery of "Japan-bashing" as a political tool. The Meiji Gakuin students were careful to avoid blaming American industry for the U.S.'s failure to competeeconomically; instead they pointed out the strengths of Japan. Much emphasis was placed on the argument that better technology in Japan was making better workers and lowering costs, but they were quick to point out that U.S. industry could and should take advantage of the same technologies. The students enjoyed a new academic atmosphere here at Hope College. At Meiji Gakuin, like most larger schools, the class size is extremely largeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;classes of 100 are not unusual. There are also differences between Hope professors and those of Japan. At Meiji Gakuin the professors only lecture, and in these lectures very little attention is given to creating an exciting, intellectual exchange. Horror stories were told of professors who had simply read
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CASA receives grant Hope student to receive one by Mellissa Endsley staff reporter The award winning Children's After School Achievement (CASA) Program at Hope has received support for its work with elementary and middle school children through a Governor's Discretionary Fund grant from Governor John Engler. The federal funds were made available to Michigan under the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1986. The S85,000 award will provide support through September of 1993. Additional funding for CASA comes through a Community Development Block Grant from the City of Holland, Child and Family Services of Western Michigan, the Center for Substance Abuse services, and the Greater Holland United Way. The CASA program at Hope College provides guidance and assistance to culturally and economically deprivedchildren. CASA runs year-round, providing substance abuse prevention, cultural awareness, academic experience, and career experiences to approximately 85 at-risk kindergarten through eighth grade students. The program is intended to raise the high school graduation rale and decrease the risk of drug and alcohol use among its target population, traditionally under-represented youth. CASA's students meet twice a week for two hours per session throughout the school year, and full lime for a six week summer session. The CASA program at Hope has changed a bit from last year. "This year we have divided our after-school program into four different rooms of academic concentration," explained CASA administrative assistant Karen Anderson."For instance, if a teacher has recommended that a child get assistance in math, they [the student
and teacher] would go to the math room and there would be flash cards and math tutors or whatever else a student needs for help." The CASA program was established by Marge Rivera and was first administered by Latin Americans United for Progress (LAUO). The program was moved fromThe First United Methodist Church to Hope in 1989 with the help of Elizabeth Colbum, director of Upward Bound, and Nancy Miller, dean for the social sciences and professor of education. Schools with students participating in the program include East and West Middle School, as well as Lincoln, Longfellow, St. Francis de Sales, Lincoln Longfellow, Van Raalte, and Washington Elementary Schools. John Heydens, CASA program coordinator, hopes the program will extend its services to students at Holland H e i g h t s , Jefferson and at least one school in the West Ottawa school district during 1992-1993. CASA also participates in a program with Western Michigan University that prepares sixth through ninth grade students for college, and provides individual tutoring to sixth and seventh grade students. "One of the most rewarding feelings from working with CASA is knowing that because of your time and effort, a child who never even considered graduating from high school now has a goal of reaching college," said Lillian Beltran,CAS A prevention specialist at Hope. CASA utilizes about 50 volunteer tutors at a time from Holland area schools for its summer program, and many students from the education department at Hope volunteer their time oS well. "It is a wonderful opportunity for these children to interact with studentsat Hope College," Beltran said. "It shows them how rewarding and exciting college can be."
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Bouwens is very interested in all three of his major areas. "It's interesting to find out how each of these things interrelates with the others." He said that ever since he was young he had been interested in mathematics because everything is based on abstractions. Bouwens hopes to use his majors in research. "Right now I'm leaning toward a career in chemical physics," he said. In this field, oneapplies physics to help understand chemical reactions from a mathematical point of view. Bouwens has also thought about a career in chemical physics or mathematical research, Last summer Bouwens participated in theoretical research in
chemistry and physics by studying how to manipulate a molecule by breaking it apart and predicting reactions. He hopes that this research will open up possibilities in molecular study. Bouwens is presently writing a paper with Dr. Polik of the department of chemistry. During the summer they researched the interaction between the rotation and vibration of a molecule and how it relates to its energy level, In the spring of 1991 Bouwens wrote a computer program for the laser system in the physical chemistry laboratory. "It does basic
Rychard Bouwens ('94) has been awarded one of the 300 prestigious Barry M. Goldwater Scholarships, Bouwens is the second Hope student in two years to be chosen for this national award. The Barry M. GoldwaterScholarship was created to help alleviate a future shortage of mathematicians and scientists. The scholarship was developed to encourage students to go into careers in those fields. In order to apply for the scholarship, Bouwens had to write a 600word essay and four smaller paraSee SCHOLAR page 8 graphs on such topics as research and projects of interest and his career aspirations, to name a few. To qualify for the scholarship, a student must have a high grade point average and satisfactory progress towards a mathematical or scientific career, and must be nominated as a possible recipient. The scholarship requires that Bouwens maintain a high GPA, continue towards mathematical and scientific fields, and send in a report about his academic progress. In four years he will need to send in another status report regarding his career, and whether the scholarship has helped in achieving his career goals. Bouwens is currently majoring in m a t h e m a t i c s , p h y s i c s and chemistry, with a possible minor in computer science. By taking all these majors, I think it will enable me to better understand each of the single areas. I'll have more perspective through which to see each of these ^nc/?or photo by Rich Blair areas," said Bouwens, who feels RYCHARD BOUWENS (left) finds time in a busy each area ofstudy is closely related schedule to play football with Murphy Hentemann ("93). to the other.
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Sneakers is a star-studded spy flick with a kick by Heather Mumby production editor Too many secrets. Sneakers shows us that this is a world full of secrets and some people will do anything to keep them hidden. Their secrets were safe until a young mathematics genius discovered the ultimate key to the secrets of the world, a little black box that can break any computerized security code. There isn't a country in the world that wouldn't lie, cheat, steal, or even kill for this box. The story focuses on Martin Bishop (Robert Redford) and his band of merry men (Dan Akroyd, Sydney Poitier, River Phoenix, and David Strathairm). These men are experts in the field of illegal entries of various sorts. With a van full of computerized gizmos and whatchamajiggies, they use their expertise to help banks and corpora-
tions test drive their security systems. A couple of men, claiming to be from the National Security Agency (NS A), come into the office to hire Bishop to steal the box from the mathematician. Why Bishop? Because he has a past. In 1969 he was involved in a little college "prank." That is, if you call hacking into the private checking accounts of various government officials and helping them donate their savings to worthy causes a "prank." His friend, Cosmo (Ben Kingsley), was caught and went to prison. Bishop, then known as Martin Brice, got away. As he so bluntly put it, tkI went for pizza, and then I went to Canada." The NSA threatens to expose Bishop's true identity unless he agrees to steal the box. I'm not normally a big fan of spy movies. However, with a supporting cast that includes the likes of Sydney
Poitier, Dan Akroyd, River Phoenix, Mary McDonnell and Ben Kingsley, and a cameo appearance by James Earl Jones, it can't help but be interesting. Though many of these actors are known for their dramatic works, they prove in this movie that they are proficient in comedy roles as well. Though not a comedy. Sneakers does have a humorous side that blends well with the more serious issue of national security. This movie is diverse enough that just about anyone could have a good time watching it. If you like computer gadgetry, it's in there. If you like lotsofon-the-edge-of-your-seat action, it's in there. If you like oneliners that criticize the government, it's in there. The only thing you probably won't find in there is a lot of sex and strong language, which is why it's only rated PG-13. For fullfledged entertainment purposes, however, it's all in there.
Fantasy novel contraposes technology and superstition outer city also serves the Brother- ingly perfect world of the Brotherhood, who carefully observe people hood and its flaws. The world of wishing to go into the city before technology seems to drain its people they are approved fit for entrance. of originality. The Brotherhood is a group of We may be quietly rooting for Paul B. Thompson men devoted to doing the bidding of Rado and Thorn to complete their Thorn and Needle the Fact. The Fact demands that all task at first, but as the novel TSR Books of his devotees be male. The role of progresses the faults in superstition S4.50 the female is relegated to almost that are revealed. Superstition is repreTechnology has a head-on con- of a slave. This \s against the tenets sented by the outer city. It is ranfrontation with superstition in the of the followers of the Goddess, dom, crowded and confusing. The people seem happy, but crime is novel Thorn and Needle by Paul B. whose main body of i rampant and violence is are Thompson. The confrontation al- w o r s h i p p e r s almost casual in its fremost take the form as good versus women. The stage is quency. The final act that evil as we follow the main charac- set for a confrontation makes us wonder which ters on their task. But, the distinction between the two besystem is truly a good one between what is good and what is liefs. Rado and Thorn is committed by Thorn in evil becomes gray as the story arc really emissaries from the temple of the name of the Goddess. progresses. The reader is left with The story revolves around the the Goddess. Their pity for the people repreactions of two travellers. One is a laskislokilllhenew sented in the story, the story man named Rado and the other is his god. The novel paints nears the edge of depressing. "servant," Thorn. The story opens The final twist of the story as they arrive in Miyesti, a city that a bleak picture of leaves the reader wondering has experienced many wonders as a both technology and superresult of a new god known as the stition. The Goddess and the Fact which system was the better system. Fact. As the story unfolds it becomes represent two opposing ends of a The book has its interesting points, increasingly obvious that these spectrum of beliefs. The novel seems but concept itself is not a new one. wonders are the result of a superior to convey a message of warning The new twists the writerbrings into about completely accepting one or it serve merely to bring out the detechnology. pressing nature of the book. The Rado and Thorn do not initially the other as the only right way. Technology is depicted as the book is not bad, but there are better enter the true city. They are confined to the outer city where the clean, steriie streets of the true ones out on the market. undesirable elements are left. This Miyesti. We are shown the seem-
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"Hey, I've won second place at a beauty contest. Ten dollars. Neat." Mark smiled smugly at Susan and 1. Yeah. Neat. Ten bucks to this guy was a drop in the bucket. To me it would be another slim patch on the wall against the rapidly approaching winter of financial ruin. I glared at Mark. Beauty— hell, he looked like a circus baboon I'd once seen drooling all over a banana. And that had cost only three bucks to watch. These two had persuaded me to play Monopoly like two wideeyed waifs wanting their fix of chocolate. "Just an hour," they had pleaded. Just an hour. Try three and a half. I watched as these seasoned pros took conquest on the land of real estate, each attack knocking me further and further towards detestable pauper-status. Picking up the dice to roll, I realized that my next throw could set my fate forever in the game. I had to avoid Park Place and Boardwalk. Why? Why were we wasting three hours on something that had seemingly nothing to do with productive reality? Entertainment —we all need it. But is it just to distract us from boredom, or is there some more optimistic theory available? It seems that, at its very worst, all entertainment does is distract us from boredom. At its best, though, it exercises the mind's faculties, and sharpens the intellect. It also can foster
social spirit and harmony. But, at the moment, it was my turn to roll. Group spirit and harmony were the farthest things from my mind. 1 picked up the dice. I caressed them, threw them in the air and caught them, whispered words of love and passion to them. I exhibited all the symptoms of a ritualistic baseball player caught in a nicotine fit. We are in danger of becoming excitement-junkies. Our society's forms of entertainment are becoming more and more designed for the moment of 'safe'panic. To stop our breaths, feel our bodies respond to the 'danger.' Horror flicks, amusement parks, car races— more and more people want to sit on the seat of disaster and feel themselves turn to goo. Even so, goo was something 1 had no desire in feeling like when I finally allowed the dice to jump from my hand, landing me smack on Park Place. Even after I mortgaged my one house on Baltic Avenue, my present finances couldn't even buy me an after-dinner mint. "Ah, well. Now 1 won't get to see your beautiful face, Mark." He grinned, trying to look sympathetic at my loss. But I didn't care anymore, I felt almost like I had escaped a never ending toil in hell. I got up, much as 1 thought Sisyphus would've gotten up; back aching, knees popping. I stretched, and looked for the t.v. guide.
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ScDtember issue, there is a truly hilarious list of ' T h e 50 Stupidest Collego Courses in America," complete with course descriptions from actual college catalogs. Also, in this month's college feature is an article describing some truly incredible foreign study programs offered at universities right here in our U.S. of A. Finally, they have got^ome superduper unusual catalog subscriptions available in the back. Spy is almost a stress relieving piece of literature in the sense that it is basically 90 pages of humorous and sometimes raunchy.satire containing a plethora of innuendos and inside jokes. — M. Endsley
MONK—episode 1 3 ( T h e Boston Issue) Unless you want to read a ten page article about two men living in a mobile home who lose their cat in Boston—the highlight of this edition—do not pick up this magazine. An ad for this originally mobile publication describes it all: "Simply send S100. Enjoy first-class karma, ribald reincarnations, and most favored subscriber status..." The only things worth reading in this magazine are the twelve quotes shoved onto one of the back pages. Try "So many pedestrians. So little time." (bumper sticker on Red & White Cab 383). — T. Stollenmaier
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Harriers run outside the spotlight by Shannon Ruckert staff reporter When most people are first told that cross-country Involves racing long distances over rough terrain, they question the reasons why someone would want to participate in such a physically challenging sport. However those who consider themselves sports fanatics may find that cross-country is the ideal sport for them. Cross-country can be one the most addictive sports. It represents the pure art and nature of sport. It has what any sport enthusiast loves100% adrenaline, determination -an overall rush of competition and yet.
close friendship among all who participate. It is a sport that takes the human body beyond it's potential and makes it a living machine. It is above all a sport of respect. For many participants, the allure of cross-country is the absence of competition between teammates. "Everyone participates, everyone r u n s , " said head c o a c h Mark Northuis. "Me against you, who's going out to do it? The clock will decide." he said. According to Coach Northuis, cross-country is like any other sport when comes to strategy. The Hope harriers watch and dissect each course that they will be running on before the meets. They break down the course and work on key sections
both physically and mentally. Teamwork is an essential part of cross-country. It is a sport with a constant dark horse surprising everyone and making that extra effort for the tea.Ti. The attitude of the team is togetherness and enjoyment. "You enjoy running and sharing it with other people who also enjoy it." said Steve Johnson ('94). While other sports may attract larger crowds and seem more glamorous, Northuis stressed how the cross-country tradition breeds on itself. 'There is an immense tradition here at Hope. Commitment to athletes by (both of the) coaches makes them excel in both academics and cross-country." he said.
Sports Briefs Gridders scramble south to face Titans On Saturday, the Hope College football team lost their history that they will face the Titans (7-1-1 last year), their home opener to DePauw University (Ind.) 6-0. Illinois Wesleyan was ranked #7 in t he Sporting News qk(For more see page 5). season rankings to start the 1992.campaign This week, the team looks to improve theiroffenThe game begins at 2:30 EST and can be heard on sive output when they travel to Illinois Wesleyan on WHTC-AM (1450) or WFUR-FM (102.9). Saturday. For the Dutchmen, this is the first time in —S.Shilling
Women's golf team strong in season opener The women linksters opened their season with a second place finish at the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association toumament at Adrian College, The team finished behind Alma by only ten strokes 481-491.TheywerefollowedbyAlbion(534),Adrian (542), Calvin (554) and Kalamazoo (555). -
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MEN'S SOCCER: Wed., Sept. 16,4 p.m. * at Calvin Sat., Sept. 19,1:30 p.m. *Alma
WOMEN'S SOCCER: Wed., Sept. 16,4 p.m. * Calvin Sat., Sept, 19,4 p.m. St. Mary's, Ind.
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FOOTBALL: Sat., Sept. 19,1:30 p.m. at 111. Wesleyan CROSS COUNTRY: Sat., Sept. 19,11 a.m. GLCA
VOLLEYBALL: Fri.-Sat., Sept. 18-19, GLCA at Kalamazoo
The higher-ups here at the Hope College Anchor wouldn't let me put this on the "Arts" page, they didn't even give it a second thought. Just a little snicker. I'm taking this little detour from sports for a moment, just because even 1 get bored with the "all-sports, all the time" label placed on a sports-geek like myself. Besides, some things (1 feel) should be documented for posterity. So, when they asked me to put one of these out every week, 1 asked myself. Could I? Well sure, I'm about as creative as the color white on a gray background. I can do 25 of these things, I'm just going to have to deviate from the plan now and then. This is one of those times. (Oh boy!) What makes people dislike country music so much? An honest question with a variety of answers I'm sure. But what? Is the music bad? As early as January of 1992,1 made fun of it myself, but I can't remember why? However after a repeated playing of Garth Brooks' "Friends In Low Places" by some friends of mine, 1 laughed no longer. Now I have sampled a • number of artists (Clint Black and Hank Williams Jr. to name a few) but Garth Brooks' music really is the best. I love it. The man really has a way with lyrics. Then, I heard he was coming to East Lansing on September 9th. Wow! I had to see that. I've gotten tickets to quite a few events (NHL All-Star Game and NFL Playoffs to mention a couple) but these tickets, these would be very hard to get, but worth every cent. So, I got in touch with my usual ticket finding sources, I'd need two. Very hard. Then without waming, the friendly people at Ticketmaster smiled and a magic envelope appeared in my hands. Heeee shoots and scores! Once again, my sources came through in a clutch situation, and the next thing I know I'm going to see Garth Brooks in concert. Center stage in the balcony would be where we were sitting and I could tell as we entered the building that we would have a great view. Martina McBride would open the evenings festivities for us. A good singer and a mighty pretty
Tues., Sept. 22,6:30 p.m. * Adrian WOMEN'S GOLF: Wed., Sept. 16,2 p.m. * at Albion
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lady, she seemed a bit overwhelmed with the reception the crowd gave her. After she finished, the lights came back on and we sat for a bit. The "we want Garth" chant lasted about 30 seconds. Then the Breslin Center went dark and with everybody going nuts, the drums rose into the air and the band appeared from underneath. As the drums fell back into place. Garth appeared from underneath and promptly began belting out "Rodeo" from his "Ropin' the Wind" album. "HELLO MICHIGAN!" he yelled. "Ya know, I've never been very good at speakin' and we've come here to raise some hell, so lets get at it" he told us. The place went nuts. We weren't even five minutes into my first country music concert and this was already the best. A few songs later, electricity was all over the place, then his lead acoustic guitar player, Ty England, stepped to the center of the stage and twanged out the first couple of notes to "Friends In L ow Places". The roof almost exploded into the Lansing night. Garth stopped a moment to talk to the band about Ty. "He gets all those screams because of that ass of his" Garth proclaimed "I've got an ass twice his size and they don't pay me no attention." Garth went on to play the song stopping once again. "Did any of you happen to see a special we had on T.V. this past spring". The crowd yelled its approval. "Then I guess you might know of a hidden third verse to this song". This is what we had been waiting for. "And I reckon that if you did see that special, that you might know the words to that verse of that song" he stated with his Oklahoman twang. As we finished the song and Garth later ended the evening with his trademark rope-jumping over the crowd, I couldn't help think of one of the lines in his song "The Dance". "Our lives are better off to chance - 1 could have missed the pain - but I'd of had to miss the...Dance" And thanks to one of the most genuine performers that I have had the opportunity to see Live, this "dance" was worth not missing.
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controls and interfaces with the entire experiment," said Bouwens. "It will also gather the data from the appropriate channels/' Bouwens has participated in math competitions such as the Lower Michigan Mathematics Competition, where groups of three were given three hours to write a solution
Alternative Press—October This is a surprisingly well-written magazine; after the last couple of magazines 1 really was not expecting such an amazing piece of literature. Brian Gamity's story on the group Babes in Toyland is very informative and engrossing. The music reviews by Jason Pettigrew are excellent. Even though the magazine is very good, my favorite piece of news was still the one about Nine Inch Nails' six-track EP Broken being released September 22, and their new LP coming out early next year.
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Continued from page 5 verbatim from a pre-wrilten lecture plan without looking up until they had recited away the entire class period. Interaction between the professors and studentsalmost never occurs in Japan. Tako Suzuki described the differences when he said, "I think that in the university class in the United States there is a very hot relationship between the professor and the student. But this does not occur in Japan." Friday, though, the Meiji Gakuin students conclude the 28th exchange between the two schools. They plan to bus to San Francisco, then fly home. After seven weeks of touring, they will finally return home. These students have made a significant impact on Hope's campus. Matt McLouth ('95) describes his experiences with a smile, saying, "I had a Meiji Gakuin student live across the hall from me. At first, it was tough for him to grasp the concept of Nintendo baseball and Nerf basketball. But eventually, these cultural barriers were broken and he became fairly competitive."
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DePree Art Gallery Through Sept. 29 Theodora Plas: Paintings from the Hague
Athletic Physicals for Winter SportsSept. 17 from 9:00a.m. to 12:00 p.m.. Sept. 18 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and from 1:00 p;m. to 4:00 p.m. Contact Sharon Blanksma x7585.
SAC Movie Sept. 18-20 Lethal Weapon ///, 7:00, 9:30, & 12:00 Fri. and Sat.; 6:00 Sun. Knickerbocker Raspad will not be showing this week due to mechanical problems at tne Knick. The theatre will be closed until further notice.
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Kletz EventSept. 18 ACME vocals
IABC Sept. 17, 6:00 Planning Meeting in Haworth Rm.
Black Coalition SpeakerSept. 19, 7:30 p.m.
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship Fridays, 8:30 p.m. in Maas Conference Rm.
Hispanic Student Organization Poetry ReadingSept. 22, Andrea-Teresa "Tess" Arenas(bilingual)
Sign Language Club Thursdays at 9:00 p.m. in Voorhees basement (Maas Rm.), starting Sept. 17
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Students for Christ Tuesdays 9:00 p.m. in Maas Conference.
Strategies for Choosing a Major and CareerSession I, Mon. Sept. 21 and Mon. Sept. 28 in Kollen Study Lounge
BACCHUS Thurs. Sept. 17, 9 p.m. in Lubbers Rm. 106
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