Rotunda vol 56, no 12 dec 7, 1976

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LONGWOOD COLLEGE, FARMVILLE, VIRGINIA, TUESDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1976

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Crovatt Elected To Lead Student Government; Several Positions Remain Unfilled

By LESLIE BOATWRIGHT The winners of the 1976-77 Major-Minor Elections held Dec. 2 at Ixmgwood College were: Legislative Board Chairman — Linda Crovatt Vice-Chairman — Terry Voit Recording Secretary — Myra Gwyer Corresponding Secretary — Cam Oglesby Treasurer — Terry Johnson Judicial Board Chairman — Gay Kampfmueller Vice-Chairman — Ann Marie Morgan Secretary — Petie Grigg Residence Board Secretary — Patti K. Chapman Student Union Chairman — Debbie McCullough Vice-Chairman — Becky Tuck Secretary — Ann Johnson Treasurer — Robin Stark I.A.A. (Intramurals) President — Mary Ann Gresham Orientation Chairman — Cathy Lowe The offices for Chairman of Residence Board and Eire Warden will be voted on again Wednesday, Dec. 8 since neither candidate running for the office received a majority of the votes.

Tuesday, Dec. 7 the students will

have the opportunity to question the candidates running for these offices at 7:00 in the Rotunda.

"Since a majority of the student body seems dissatisfied with Residence Board this is your opportunity to find a candidate that you would like in the office," commented Bonnie Gheen, Chairman of Elections.

Because only 812 students voted in the last election, student apathy seems to be of main concern to the newly elected officers. All of the officers are enthusiastic and optimistic about getting the students involved.

Linda Crovatt, Chairman of legislative Board, commented about this challenge. "1 am remaining totally optimistic about this coming year. If you, the students will use the Legislative Board for what it was set up for, a channel for your ideas, I will work hard to see them carried out. The Legislative Board meetings are open to everyone and serve as your direct means of communicating your opinions!" Linda has three specific ideas for change. One is the creation of a survey committe of legislative Board dedicated solely to take surveys to find out

Gay Kamptmueller, Chairman of Judicial Board

what the students want and exactly what percentage of them want it. legislative Board will also start proceedings for the creation of an investigative committee to be established in both Residence and Judicial Boards. Terry Voit, Vice Chairman of Legislative Board suggested that a student referral system or hot line be set up within the student body so that students with any problems will have an objective friend to turn to. Legislative Board will work to set this up as soon as possible if students express a need for it.

Gay Kampfmueller, Chairman of Judicial Board also has some new ideas. Her main concern is to open up Judicial Board to the students by holding a Judicial Board forum for questions once a month. She is also interested in seeing mock trials reinstated in the Orientation program. This trial's purpose would not be to scare the freshmen but rather to inform them so that they will have no unnecessary fears and will know exactly what does go on in a trial. Judicial Board also intends to conduct surveys on open trials and forums. She also feels that student counselors should play a larger part in defending the students on trial.

Cathy Lowe, Chairman of Orientation also feels that a mock trial is an important part of an Orientation program. The only other big change Cathy is planning on now is to strengthen the program regarding day students and transfers. Cathy said that Orientation provides a good chance to meet freshmen and help them feel a part of Longwood.

Debbie McCullough will be the Chairman of the Student Union.

She says that if the S-UN puts money into one concert that it normally puts into two we could get much better bands and student turnout would increase.

This would reduce the number of concerts from two to one a semester. She also wants mixers moved into the lower dining hall and most other S-UN events held in the Lankford Building, including movies previously shown in Jeffers. Debbie McCullough presented this challenge to the students. "I'd like to ask all of you to join me in supporting the Student Union events by letting your active members know your ideas and

suggestions. The Student Union is your organization and your input is what makes the S-UN a success."

Student Government is there to

help you and serve you but they cannot do it alone. They need your support not only in the upcoming re-election but in the year to come.

Linda Crovatt, new chairman of legislative Board

Freshman Commission Elves, comprised of 12 freshmen elected by the class and the class president, gather around the traditional Christmas tree in the Rotunda.

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THK ROTUNDA,

Tuesday, December 7, 1976

In A Thank You

Reflection.

The final editorial of a year traditionally is one of reflection, and this past year has certainly provided much to reflect upon. Longwood is progressing through the transition to coeducation without turmoil. The guys for the most part are as apathetic as the girls, and the necessary channels of communication have discouraged many attempts for change. The student government leaders who have been recently elected exhibit a commendable amount of spirit and enthusiasm. If supported by the student body, top priority will be given to updating rules that have made no sense for so long.

One goal of THE ROTUNDA during the past year has been to make students more aware of various aspects of life. The introduction of special features each week was one method of increasing understanding and awareness. It was hoped that readers would survey the features and ask questions about the facts presented. Each feature was a result of much time and effort, and the reporters who compiled the facts gave of their time in order to make readers aware of the symptoms and consequences of suicide, venereal disease, homosexuality, alcoholism, etc.

Morals were not thrust upon anyone. College-aged individuals should have already developed a system of morals. The selection of subjects for the special features was made on the basis of the situations that confront most students each day. It does only harm to pretend that a problem or lifestyle does not exist.

I ongwood may be a small college in a conservative town, but humans are humans, and this college has problems just as every other school does, no more and no less. It is the opinion of THE ROTUNDA that too many schools fail to recognize these problems and deal with them in face-to-face contacts. The special features at least made an attempt to confront situations.

We hope addresses given will be used if needed, and consequences will be considered. Interviews presented were just that — one person's opinion. Many opinion! cannot be documented for accuracy. Those interviewed were knowledgeable about the subject in question and therefore should be able to make more realistic statements than someone not involved.

Criticisms have been voiced that the feature on bisuality-homosexuaiity has been detrimental to the future of the college. This is ridiculous. Whether people admit to it or not, homosexuality is a reality, just as are venereal disease, suicide and the need for abortion.

It is the opinon of those involved in the planning and writing of the feature that to present actual definitions and interviews would be a positive step in the direction of better understanding. It is sad to see one sentence in the article taken so out of context and blown out of proportion. The administration is to be thanked for its support of the right to present special features of somewhat controversial natures. The fact that some features were presented should prove that this college is at least willing to hear about real life situations.

Many colleges would never have allowed the features to be presented. The channels of communication between THE ROTUNDA and the administration are excellent, and even though they disagree with some points presented, they respect the judgment and freedom of the paper in presenting such features. If this openness is detrimental to the college, THE ROTUNDA apologizes.

Dear Editor: We, the members of the Soccer Team wish to express our sincere appreciation to the staff of the Rotunda for your fantastic cooperation and assistance this season. You have helped us in so many ways to achieve our "togetherness." Your support will always be remembered, especially when we look back at this, our first year at Longwood College.

Sincerely, Dick Williamson Men's Soccer Coach

Equal Time Dear Administration, Being a member of the heterosexual population of this campus, I would like to make a formal protest of the discrimination of heterosexuals concerning the open house hours.

It has come to my attention that the homosexuals on this campus have the privilege of 24 hour visitation while the heterosexuals are not allowed this privilege. We want our equal rights!

Sincerely, Dave Gates

Alumni Protests Dear Editor: The Farmville Chapter of the Ix)ngwood Alumni Association, recognizing freedom of the press and the reality of homosexuality in today's world, nevertheless, unchallenged statement by a Longwood student that she thinks 40 per cent to 50 per cent of the students at Longwood College are gay. According to these figures, some 880-1100 students at Ix)ngwood are gay.

The following quote is from an earlier part of the article, "Bisexual-Homosexual: A Revolution": ".. .Although many people experiment with homosexuality, the number of predominant homosexuals is surprisingly small. . .Between 15 to 30 per cent of unmarried college educated females have had homosexual relationships; however, the number of predominantly homosexual females in the United States is between 1 and 2 per cent." The discrepency between these figures and the 40 per cent to 50 per cent figure is so outrageous as to strain credulity.

Undocumented statements such as the one by the Longwood student help to create an atmosphere which leads to gossip, fear, distrust, and anxiety and should be questioned by a responsible interviewer.

The Farmville Chapter of the Longwood Alumni Association also wishes to record its objection to articles which describe the "Revolution" as though it involved a majority of American youth restrained only by an oppressive puritanism, while by their own statistics hard core female homosexuals in the United States represent only 1 per cent to 2 per cent.

Should not consideration be given to the fact that for many Americans homosexuality is a moral issue? Does not the "straight" female student have rights also? Should she not be heard from? Where is school pride?

I^e Scott, Candy Dowdy, Mary Edwards, Jean Wilson, The Executive Committee of the Farmville Chapter of the LQQgWOOd Alumni Association

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Student Rebuttal Dear Editor: It seems that the subject of the Special Features article in the November 9,1976 ROTUNDA ON Bisexuality-Homosexuality: A Revolution is one of great concern, not only to the Farmville Chapter of the Alumni Association, but also to many members of the student body, faculty and others. Let us commend the Alumni Association for voicing its opinion in such a way that it is not only forced to be somewhat sensible—but it also allows the opportunity for debate.

First, we feel it necessary to define our purpose in writing this article.To do so, we would like to restate the opening paragraph of the major article, What Is It and Why Is It: A large percentage of gossip on Longwood's campus concerns homosexuality-not necessarily what constitutes a homosexual or why a person chooses homosexuality but...who is and who isn't. Unfortunately for some, we will not be dealing with who is and who isn't, but will hopefully explain homosexuality so that people will understand it and the homosexual better.

Unfortunately, this is a condensed statement of our purpose. We felt that this subject, just as the other subjects we discussed in Special Features, were of concern to the students.

We in no way proposed to "shock" the campus and others with an opinion by a student. To better discuss this subject, maybe restating the question as it appeared in the ROTUNDA would help: How Many People Do You Think Are Gay At Longwood?

40-50 per cent. A lot of people are overtly homosexual on this campus. I think a lot more people have entered into homosexual relationships but have not felt the need to make them public.

First, this is taken from an interview. What that usually means is that the answers are strictly opinion. When the question was asked, there was no request for documented information in the response. This was implied in the question's wording, "How many people do you think are gay at longwood?"

The Alumni Association, Farmville Chapter, attempts to dispute the girls's answer as "undocumented". Granted, it is.

We never professed to present it as documented information. We did attempt to use documented information for a percentage of female homosexuality in the United States on a national basis.

We should emphasize national.

There are numerous figures which vary from national to local levels. However, attempting to compare a girl's opinion to figures used in a basically informative article is ridiculous.

As to our choice of words used in the title; BISEXUALITY HOMOSEXUALITY: A REVOLUTION- we do not feel that "Revolution" implies that the American youth is "restrained only by an oppressive puritanism..." as the Farmville Chapter of the Alumni Association states. We are referring to not a revolution but the struggle for awareness and acceptance of the homosexual and bisexual in the present society. The letter written by the Farmville Chapter supports this (Continued on Page 3)

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Another Protest (Continued from Page 2)

Dear Editor: As a citizen of Farmville, in its opening statement when it husband of a tangwood Alumna recognizes "the reality of and Commonwealth's Attorney of homosexuality in today's Prince Edward County, I was world..." Probably twenty years deeply concerned and distressed ago this would not have been the to read the articles on Homo case.

Sexuality (sic) which appeared in It is documented fact that the the issue of The Rotunda, dated homosexuals and bisexuals are November 16, 1976, for the struggling for acceptance and following reasons: awareness—the increase of such First, Homo Sexual Practices organizations as the Gay Student (Sodomy) are and have been a Union at U.V.A. and the large violation of the laws of the number of court cases involving Commonwealth of Virginia and homosexuals (we refer you to the are subject to prosecution under box on page 5 of the November 9 Section 18.2-361 of the Code of issue and the articles in the same Virginia. Although there have issue; Sexual Preference Causes been certain cases dealing with Problems and G.S.U. Receives the right of privacy of consenting Recognition!. We feel that this adults (in husband and wife "revolution" does not concern situations), the Virginia Statutes society's "puritanism", rather remain constitutional and valid. its refusal to accept an Second, Homo Sexual individual as an individual. We do Practices are a violation of God's not profess it to be the only law (see Deuteronomy, Exodus, revolution in today's society- Leviticus, Romans), and are there are numerous movements violative of the sanctity of for other minorities such as marriage, the relationship of women, blacks, etc. man and woman. The young lady Finally, the Alumni who said that this relationship is Association, Farmville Chapter, acceptable in God's eyes has not implies that the statement by the understood the Bible. person interviewed should be Third, Homo Sexual Practices, challenged is some sort of together with the over emphasis editorial. Perhaps our editor (sic) on sex, when it has become chose not to challenge it because an accepted practice, has been she recognized it as merely an one of the causes of, or at least an opinion—and in viewing it as such indication of, the destruction of felt it unnecessary. many of the great civilizations.

We never once state that Fourth, Homo Sexual Practices homosexuality is not a moral are rejected by the vast majority issue, rather we hoped to bring of the people of the United States that issue to the forefront, just as today. The existence of a small organizations and individuals number of homo sexuals (40 at have attempted to bring human the University of Virginia and an sexuality to the forefront. We estimated 40 per cent at never state that the "straight" Longwood — impossible for this woman has no rights and we writer to believe) does not never tried to oppress her. warrant a change of the laws and Perhaps our school pride customs of this state or nation. includes a realistic outlook on It would appear that your society and the belief that publication has done a great everyone has a right to his disservice to the college. opinion.

Although, probably under the What distresses us most is that freedom of press, you have a more seem concerned with one right to publish this material, the person's opinion than the facts. If adverse publicity will do great this is the only source of reaction to the reputation of the to the article, we can do nothing damage college among those in this but assume that the article's community, as well as purpose was in vain. Not once has throughout the state, have someone commented to us on the supported the college, who who have factual information in its proper it, and who may context. The documented loved contemplate their sons and information seems to have been daughters attending this overlooked.

Yes, where is the school pride? outstanding institution of higher Where are those people who are learning.

Sincerely yours, concerned with the facts rather William F. Watkins. Jr. than opinion? Where are those people concerned with an education in issues of concern to (EDITOR'S NOTE: The society, whether moral or not? article's purpose was neither to condone nor condemn Thank you, homosexuality-bisexuality, but Anne Sa under s rather to simply inform the Susann Smith students.)

REGULAR SEMESTER COMPREHENSIVE BREAKDOWN $ 315.00 Dining Hall 347.50 Residence Hall 100.00 Includes: Laundry Infirmary Student Union Athletic Fee Construction Fee $ 762.50 312.50 Tuition 17.50 Activity Fee $1092.50

STUDENT TEACHER SEMESTER COMPREHENSPVE FEE $ 118.00 Dining Hall 177.50 Residence Halls 53.25 Includes Laundry Infirmary Student Union Athletic Fee Construction Fee $ 348.75 312.50 100.00 17.50 $ 778.75

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Tuesday, December 7, 1976

HUMAN SEXUALITY FORUM TO BE HELD There will be a Forum on Human Sexuality meeting in the residence halls on January 24-25 and January 26-27. This Forum is being sponsored by Mr. John Emmert and Mr. Jim Garrison in cooperation with the Dean of Students' Office. A number of faculty members will assist as facilitators in the discussions of areas of concern to you on the topic of human sexuality. Plan now to attend.

Guest Commentary

Caution: Exams May Be Hazardous To Your Health (Reprinted from The Rotunda, Dec. 11, 1974, at the request of a faculty member.)

By JANET COLEMAN Most students first acquire the habit of taking exams in high school. They're pressured into it.

Students are told that in order to become a part of the "intellectual" group and find success as a student, they must take exams. They are given the following reasons for taking them: (1) Exams will make an individual a better person, wise and disciplined. (2) Exams will reveal how much an individual knows. (3) Exams are a necessary means of separating the smart from the dumb, the strong from the weak. (4) Exams give an individual an overall view of a course. (5) Everyone takes exams.

The teacher is the "pusher" and the student is the victim.

Unfortunately, the student buys the idea of exams from the teacher, begins taking exams automatically, and fails to question the teacher's reasons or recognize the dangers in taking exams.

I have been a student victim for many years and have observed the unusual effects of exams upon students. During the week of exams, conscientious students are transformed into snarling beats and walking zombies. Both their mental and physical health deteriorates.

Students suffer from eye strain, headaches, writer's cramp, tension, overexhaustion, insomnia, and restlessness. They show signs of insanity and depression. They cry easily and may become violent at times.

The following school divisions will be on campus in January to recruit. Interested students should go by the placement office-to sign up for interviews.

January 19 — Gloucester County, Fluvanna County; January 20 — Colonial Heights, Smyth County, Portsmouth City, Spotsylvania County, Allegheny County; January 21 — Culpeper City, Covington City, Buena Vista; January 24 — Rockingham County; January 25 — Chesapeake, Bedford County; January 26 — Fauquier County, Virginia Beach City, Westmoreland County; January 27 — Amherst County, Chesterfield County.

Some students gain weight or lose weight depending upon the individual. For instance, a student may eat constantly to remedy exam frustration or exams become so much a part of the student's life that he or she forgets to eat or is too worried to eat.

Exams may also lower a student's resistance to disease and infection. Students fail to get enough sleep and skip meals to study. The lack of sleep and proper nourishment may cause a student to be more susceptible to germs.

And if that's not enough to make a student sick, exams can also destroy a perfectly good average.

I therefore feel that the following warning should be made: CAUTION: EXAMS MAY BE . . .HAZARDOUS TO YOUR HEALTH Every year students suffer from exams. The usual complaints are made, but nothing is done to abolish them. However, I believe students have suffered long enough.

The teacher arid professor need to be exposed as the "exam pushers." Students need to confront them with questions concerning their reasons for giving exams.

Exams do not always make an individual a better person. They do not reveal how much a student knows.

According to the editors of THE LITTLE REDSCHOOLBOOK, by

far the greatest number of exams don't show what you know. They often ask the wrong questions.

They may show what you've learned parrot-fashion or had knocked into you. They rarely show whether you can think for yourself and find things out for yourself.

You can't rely on exam results at all. You're not allowed to discuss the questions with your friends. You may be nervous or ill at the time. You don't get enough time to think about the questions and write your answers. So it's not the people who know most who do best in exams: it's the people who are properly organized, can keep cool and can write fast.

If exams do not. accomplish what they're supposed to accomplish then why do teachers continue to give them and why do students continue to take them without resistance?

A research project or paper is a better means of giving a student an overall view of a course. It gives a student time to think and discover the information available on a particular subject.

Perhaps it is too late for students to kick the habit of exams this semester, but students should proceed with caution in the future. Exams must be replaced by a healthier form of evaluation. No one wants an ulcer or nervous breakdown before they graduate from college. There is plenty of opportunity for that after graduation.

Commentary

Sounding Board Committee Needed For Suggestions

By CATY RAFFERTY Due to the feedback of a number of students on this campus, a definite step is needed to explore the possibilities of having a committee of students.

This committee would be responsible for polling the student body about their attitudes concerning changes and-or revisions of Judical and Residence Board procedures.

The suggestion for this committee results from the concern the students feel about the present procedures of both boards. The committee would act as a sounding board for the students and take definite steps in carrying out the students

suggestions in the form of proposals. The committee will help to enhance both boards images on this campus.

The committee could be composed of a number of students who sign up and are approved by Legislative Board The committee should also have one member from Residence and Judical Board, but who would not have the power of a vote. They could act in an advisory role in order to aid the committee in understanding the present procedures.

I would appreciate any feedback from any student.

Please contact me, Caty Rafferty, Box 797,118 Stubbs 39?3887. Thank you.

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THE ROTUNDA,

Tuesday, December 7, 1976

Twenty-Six Seniors Selected

RUTH BOURNE

BETTIE BASS

Twenty-six seniors have been selected for Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges. They were presented with certificates at a luncheon in their honor on December 6.

Nominations were submitted by department chairmen; advisers to Legislative Board, Judicial Board, Residence Board, Intramural Activities Association, Student Union, and Geist; the senior class sponsor and 1975-76 senior members of Chi. In making selections, consideration was given to the student's scholarship, her participation and leadership in academic and extracurricular activities, her citizenship and service to Ix>ngwood, and her promise of future usefulness.

This year Ixmgwood was eligible for a maximum of 35 students.

After nominations had been made by the committee, the list was reviewed by the Selection Committee. This committee is composed of the President, Vice President of Academic Affairs, Vice President of Student Affairs, Administrative Assistant to the President, Chairman of the President's Advisory Committee, and President of the Junior class.

The candidates were discussed, and the names of the 26 seniors were submitted to the Who's Who office in Tuscaloosa, Alabama for final notification. Biographies of each nominee will be included in the Who's Wno catalog, to be published in the spring.

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Bettie Bass Bettie Bass is an Elementary Education major from Franklin.

She served as usherette in the 1974 Oktoberf est, and is presently vice-chairman of the Student Union. Last year she was the student handbook editor, and has been the Virginian editor. She is a member of Alpha Delta Pi sorority and the Society of Collegiate Journalists honorary.

Mary Williams Mary Williams is from I^argo, Florida majoring in Psychology.

She is presently vice-chairman of Judicial Board and has been on the dean's list.

Carol Lewis Physical Education major Carol Lewis is from Chesterfield.

She was a colleague and served as head student assistant. For the past four years, she has been a klown at Oktoberf est. She was vice-chairman of Residence Board and has played varsity basketball.

Ruth Bourne A Home Economics major, Ruth Bourne makes her home in Sandston. In 1973, she was an Oktoberfest usherette, and she has participated on the tennis team. She has been a student assistant. Presently, she serves as chairman of Judicial Board.

Jessie Bruce

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Vickie Easter

A Farmville native, Jessie Vickie Easter is an EnglishBruce has served as Speech major from Colonial representative to Legislative Heights. She has been a colleague Board. This past summer she and was an Oktoberfest usherette acted as vice-chairman and in 1974. She is now chairman of secretary of Judicial Board. Residence Board, and is a member of Alpha Gamma Delta Ellen Cassada sorority.

An Elementary Education Roxann Fox major from Halifax, Ellen Cassada is the editor of The An Altavista native, Roxann Rotunda. She serves as a student Fox is a Health and Physical counselor and is representative Education major. She has been a on the student liaison committee. colleague and was Mittenmeister She is a member of Geist, Kappa Delta Pi honorary, and Alpha in the 1974 Oktoberfest. She plays varsity basketball and is Delta Pi sorority. currently the chairman of the Student Union. She is also a Mabel Day member of Delta Psi Kappa Mabel Day, a Physical honorary.

Education major, is from Mary Bruce Hazelgrove Burkeville. A dean's list student, she is a member of Geist. She An Elementary Education presently serves as president of the Intramural Activities major, Mary Bruce Hazelgrove is Association, and is a member of a resident of Richmond. She was a colleague and an usherette in Delta Psi Kappa honorary.

1973. A member of Alpha Sigma Tau sorority, she served as secretary to Residence Board.

Barbara Lichford She was chairman of Orientation Lynchburg native Barbara this past year.

Lichford is a Business major. She Carolyn Henshaw was an elf for her freshman commission and a 1975 Carolyn Henshaw is a Health Oktoberfest usherette. She also served as Student Union and Physical Education major treasurer. She is a member of from Church Road. She has been Geist, Phi Beta Lambda on the dean's list and is a honorary and Zeta Tau Alpha member of Delta Psi Kappa. She is currently a varsity basketball sorority. player.

I TERESA VEDDER

ANITA STOWE

SUSANN SMITH

KATHY RIGGINS

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Tuesday, December 7. 1976

cently For Who's Who Honors

WILLA DERBIN

VICKIE EASTER

ROXANN FOX

MARY RRL'CE HAZELC.ROVE

Emily Burgwyn

Linda Maxey

Anne Ranson

Teresa Vedder

Emily Burgwyn is a Physical Education and Recreation major from Richmond. She was the 1975 Festmeister in Oktoberfest, and she is presently a member of Geist. Her sophomore year she was a colleague, and she was a member of the JV tennis team.

She now serves as vice-chairman of legislative Board, and is a member of Alpha Gamma Delta sorority and Delta Psi Kappa honorary society.

Home economics major Linda Maxey is from Scottsville. A member of Geist, she is also in Zeta Tau Alpha sorority. She was a colleague and a student assistant, and has been on the dean's Ust. She is also a member of Kappa Omicron Phi honorary.

Alexandria resident Anne Ranson is a History major. She was 1974 Student Union secretary and is a member of Alpha Phi sorority. She was a student assistant and has been on the dean's list.

Elementary Education major Teresa Vedder is from Portsmouth. She has been on the dean's list and was a colleague.

She is now a member of the Student Education Association and of Alpha Phi Sorority.

Kathy Riggins

Kim Wheeless

Kathy Riggins is a Lynchburg native majoring in Biology. A dean's list student, she was a colleague, student assistant, and is president of the senior class.

She has played varsity basketball and is a member of Alpha Gamma Delta sorority.

Highland Springs resident Kim Wheeless is an Elementary Education major. She was an elf for freshman commission and was a colleague. She has been on the dean's list and in 1976 was Senior Oktoberfest chairman.

Sne is a member of Tafara.

Eleanor White Eleanor White is a Math and Physics major from Glen Allen.

A dean's list student she was president of Alpha lambda Delta honorary. She is a member of Lynchnos, Geist, Pi Mu Epsilon and Phi Kappa Phi honoraries.

Sandy Maloney Sandy Maloney is an Elementary Education major from Hampton. She is a member of Alpha Lambda Delta and Kappa Delta Pi honoraries. A 1975 usherette, she has been a member of the H 20 Club and Corkettes. She is the president of Geist.

Willa Derbin Lynchburg resident Willa Derbin, is an Elementary Education major. She was a colleague and has been on the dean't list. A member of the granddaughters club, she is also in Alpha Gamma Delta sorority.

ANNE RANSON

Ann Meador Richmond resident Ann Meador is an Elementary Education major. Freshman and junior treasurer, she is a member of Alpha Gamma Delta sorority.

She was a colleague and a student assistant. She has been a member of the H 20 Club and Corkettes.

Michelle Nealon Michelle Nealon is a Business major from Seattle, Washington.

She was an elf on freshman commission, and she was a colleague. A member of Geist, she was president of the junior class and a member of Pi Omega Pi honorary. She is in Alpha Gamma Delta sorority.

Anita Stowe Anita Stowe is a Physical Education major from Danville.

She is a varsity basketball player and a member of Delta Psi Kappa honorary. She has been a student assistant and has been on the dean's list. She was an usher in the 1975 Oktoberfest.

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Susann Smith English-Drama major Susann Smith is from Richmond. She was an Oktoberfest klown, and was an usher in 1976. She is presently chairman of Legislative Board and is a member of the Longwcod Company of Dancers. She was a colleague and is in Sigma Kappa sorority.

Beth Rafferty Social work major Beth Rafferty is from Virginia Beach.

She was last year's Rotunda editor, and is a member of the Federation of Student Social Workers and help-out committee.

She is the Chairman of the student counselors, and a member of Alpha Sigma Tau sorority.

ANN MEADOR

BARBARA LICHFORD

LINDA MAXEY

CAROL LEWIS

SANDY MALONEY

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THE ROTUNDA,

Tuesday, December 7, 1976

Renaissance Dinner Deemed Huge Success \

Scene from the recent Renaissance Dinner

McCray's Cantata To Be Performed At Virginia Music Convention Our Heritage, a 40 minute McCray.

Freedom, movement one, choral cantata composed by Dr. traces the developments from .lames McCray, chairman of the just prior to the Revolutionary music department of Ixmgwood War to the present. Much of the College, will receive its Virginia thematic and rhythmic material Premiere at the Virginia Music Education Convention on for the other movements are .January 22, 1977 at 2:00 p.m. It introduced in this movement. The will be the featured work on the cohesive element is a descending afternoon concert to be held in Aeolian scale on the text "We the the .John Marshall Hotel in People" which interrupts various commentaries by Richmond, and the public is textual Thomas Paine, Abraham cordially invited to attend. There Lincoln, Woodrow Wilson and will be no admission fee.

Martin Luther King, who see This major work was freedom as a dream. commissioned by the Florida Frontiers, movement two, is an Vocal Association and first ., is performed last January in instrumental movement Orlando at the Florida Music an instrumental movement with Education Convention as part of 13 dancers. There are 11 their Bicentennial Celebration. subsections in the work, each The original performance was with a particular territorial given by 700 singers and frontier. The form is that of a instrumentalists under Dr. theme and variations. The theme McCray's directorship, with has 13 notes, and there are 13 about 4,000 in the the audience. dancers, both symbolic of the In addition to the Ixmgwood original 13 colonies. The dancer's Choir and Camerata Singers, actions represent various types three Virginia high schools will of expansion, exploration, also be participating. They civilization and the eventual need include Douglas Freeman High for a new frontier, with the final School of Richmond, Deen section titled "The Eagle Has F.ntsminger director; Western landed".

A land of Dreams uses a branch High School of Portsmouth, Dennis Price chamber choir and the 76 slides. director; and Waynesboro High In this movement the music is by style School of Waynesboro, Roger dominated Zimmerman, director. characteristics of romanticism Instrumentalists from Ixmgwood and jazz with some improvisation will be joined by a percussion adding to the search of dreams. ensemble from Randolph-Henry This movement reflects on High School, Jeanette Dameron dreams which have and have not director; The work is multimedia' yet been realized and stands as a in scope and includes 13 dancers pivitol movement between the in the second movement, 76 slides dreams of freedom in Movement projected on a large screen in the I and the dreams of those killed in third movement, and a handbell the wars, who, in movement IV, choir in the fourth. The dance desperatly cry out to be was originally created for this remembered by their loved ones. work by two Longwood Music Once There Was A War is the Majors, Therees Tkach and longest movement of the cantata, Carole Scott.

For this and uses all of the musicians and performance the dancers will be audience. The choir has some under the directorship of Therees speaking unisons, individualized Tkach. The slides were taken by counterpoints and fragmented Dr. Elizabeth Flynn of the phrases. Throughout the past 200 Longwood Art Department. years America has frequently There are four movements and found itself in conflict. This an epilogue. The texts have been movement serves as a Requiem extracted trom various sources. for all who have died in the Some were newly created by the service of our nation. After a composer and his wife, Christine series of observations about war

and death, the music builds to an outburst of the opening statement of the Latin Requiem Mass superimposed upon the opening thematic material. The Latin fragments continue to grow into a 24 part texture that is reinforced by various types of bells I symbolic of freedom and death) which are sounded throughout the auditorium. After a gigantic climax of sound, everything is abruptly halted on a unison E; then, on a cue from the conductor, the audience is asked to join the remembrance by humming that final E until a cut off is given by the conductor.

Today we are at peace, but, once there was a war...

The Torch is Passed is a brief epilogue based on the writings of John F. Kennedy. A generally calm atmosphere prevails after the myriad of activities in the preceding movement. In noting that the torch is passed to a new generation of Americans it is hoped that this short movement will function not only as a closing for the contata, but also as a prologue for the next 200 years of freedom and prosperity for all mankind.

Christmas Sing December 8

By MARY LUCY WILSON AndPETIEGRIGG Bring a friend and come sing along with others in the Rotunda, Wed., Dec. 8th, from 5:30 to 6:00.

Cricket, the Meshejians, Tafara, and the Newman folk group will provide music.

The Inter-Religious Council (I.R.C.) of Longwood is doing this as a way to bring the campus together to share in the wonder of the Christmas spirit. The donations of those who have participated in the "Help Stuff a Stocking" project (from Nov. 29 to Dec. 8) will be sent to the Social Services Department in Farmville. These donations will go to serve the needy children of Farmville, whose stockings would be empty this Christmas without them.

Feasting and revelry, a la "merrie olde Englande," were the order of the evening at Longwood College's Renaissance Christmas Dinner on Friday and Saturday nights.

A complete sell-out by the first week in November, the event was attended by some 220 patrons each night. Initiated last year when it was offered only one night, the Renaissance Dinner created so much community interest that it was expanded to two nights this year and will probably be offered three nights next year.

Patterned after Advent Season celebrations in 16th-century England, the program of the evening included sacred and secular elements associated with Christmas. Guests assembled first in the college's Rotunda around a gigantic Christmas tree which reached above the second floor railing. Carolers located on the second floor entertained the group and then descended the stairs to lead the processional into the dining room.

Trumpet fanfares announced the lighting of large candles on each table, the Wassail Bowl Processional and Christmas toast, the Boar's Head Processional and the serving of the feast, the Madrigal Concert, the Flaming Plum Pudding Processional, and the Carol Medley in which all the "noblemen and nobleladies in the hall" were invited to join.

The performers were in authentic 16th-century attire.

Musical instruments of the period were performed, including flute, harpsichord, recorder, and lute.

Strolling minstrels entertained the guests as they dined.

The dining room was transformed into a facsimile of an Old English "great hall."

I^arge felt banners depicting crowns, griffins, and other 16th century symbols, were hung around the room.

The performers' table was located on a large platform in the center of the room.

The menu for the dinner combined authentic 16th century foods with modern day tastes. A prime roast of beef, for instance, was the modern parallel for the roast boar of olden times. Hot apple cider punch made by a traditional wassail recipe was served.

Dr. James McCray, chairman of Longwood's music department and originator of the Renaissance Christmas Dinner idea at the college, played the role of the "Lord of Misrule," leader of Christmas revelers. Dr. McCray was directed this type of festivity at the University of South Florida and at St. Mary's College in Notre Dame, Indiana.

Explaining some of the MUSIC NOTES Faculty Recital December 7 Jeanette Dameron and Frieda Myers Molnar Recital Hall at 8:00 p.m.

Annual Christmas Concert December 12 at 4:00 p.m.

Farmville Baptist Church Concert Choir and Camerata Singers

Renaissance period traditions for the Yuletide, Dr. McCray stated that "the large candles are symbols of Christ, the Light of the World. The punch, or wassail, was a drink served to those who went from house to house as Christmas carolers."

"The main course for the English Yule feast was usually boar, a swine readily available in the English forests in those days.

Flaming pudding was served, adding to the spirit of the occasion," he said. The term "madrigal," he added refers to a type of musical composition for voices in a small ensemble as opposed to a choir.

Organ Students Tour Factory In Maryland On November 19 seven Ixmgwood College music majors and faculty member, Paul Hesselink, toured the M.P. Moller organ factory in Hagerstown, Maryland. The tour allowed everyone to see various phases of organ fabrication: pipe making, woodworking, console construction, windchest building, electrical wiring, and finally the initial voicing and speech regulation of finished pipework.

Everyone was amazed by the complesity of the instruments under construction.

The thousands of parts must all be of quality materials to insure durability and the must all be properly assembled and regulated to insure reliability of function. After seeing the actual construction process, which is for the most part hand and custom work, it became easier to understand why a moderatesized pipe organ can cost between $65,000 and $75,000.

Mr. Ted Moller, Purchasing Officer of the firm, was the tour guide through the factory. He explained the processes of construction which were seen.

Ixmgwood students who toured the factory were: Robert Chandler, Susan Chambers, Janet Dollins, Kay Jones, Ruth Maxey, Robin Hewlitt and Shelby Shelton.

Music Majors Provide Varied Performances Two music majors, Hank Dahlman and Charles Mason, provided musical entertainment for the November meeting of the Farmville Alumnae Chapter of Longwood College. In addition to playing guitar and singing several familiar folk tunes, they also spoke to the members about their experiences in being in the first group of males to attend Longwood in the coeducation program. Dr. James McCray, chairman of the music department, gave a brief talk about the past and future activities of the music department. The program was held in the Longwood Alumane House.

On Wednesday, December 1, Anne Paule, Diane Quinn, Therees Tkach and Janet Truitt sang a program of Christmas music for the Farmville Women's Club which was held in their Chapter Home on High Street.

They were accompanied by Robert Chandler and Dr. James McCray.

SPORT FOLLIES

By DIANNE HARWOOD Folly I:O.D. Who? Oh, what a night!! Signs like "You may be big and bad, but we're short and better" set the stage for the opening game of the year. The celebrated ODU Monarches were defeated by an underdog Ixwigwood squad by a score of 64-60.

"I couldn't be happier", stated Coach Carolyn V. Hodges. "I'm numb. The girls didn't fall apart when the pressure was on, and they were able to keep the game in hand". I couldn't agree more, and I think the fans agreed, too.

At this point, I'd like to interject a comment about the fans. The home court is a definite advantage, especially with 400 emotionally charged people standing behind your every move, right or wrong. When Ix)ngwood was twelve points ahead, the fans were on their feet shouting encouragement; when LC was one point behind, the fans were standing on their chairs shouting encouragement. That's the kind of support that wins a ball game. Well, back to the grits.

Keeping with my original tradition of naming a player of the week, this week's choice was the easiest one I've ever had to make. Linda Baumler, a junior from Newport News, Virginia takes the honor of the week.

Linda played the best defensive game of her career as she was given the task to guard the 6'5" monstrosity from Denmark, Inge Nissen. Linda held the Great Dane scoreless in the first half, and I got a kick when Linda, who yields four inches to Nissen, blocked (or stuffed, which ever you prefer) one of her jump shots. Way to go, partner.

Now let's look statistically.

Longwood had only five players score, but each one was in double figures. Maryjane Smith, the only starting freshman, hit 10, Melissa Wiggins shot 11; cocaptain Anita Stowe popped in 12; Linda Baumler hit 15; and high scorer for the evening was Sue Rama with 16. Another

interesting factor to note: Ixwigwood out-rebounded ODU 37-31. Even our little people (way to go, shorties!) got up for some key rebounds.

Women's basketball is still defined as a "non contact" sport.

Bull. Anyone who didn't see contact needs their contacts boiled. There were 47 fouls in the game, 26 of which were ODU's.

Since I passed Math III, I can confidently state that LC had the remaining 21. Both teams played man-to-man defense," stated Miss Hodges, "so naturally that leads to more fouls. But we have a strong bench, and that can and will save us".

And if all the excitement of the game wasn't enough, those of you who were alert also caught a side show in the sideline. ODU coach Pam Parsons gave an excellent demonstration of tumbling the floor exercise. Her facial and extreme expressions were priceless. A colorful person, no less.

Now for Chapter 2, the Junior Varsity story. I always like to write about the JV's because I think they never get the recognition and credit they deserve. Although the gym wasn't quite full, the emotion was just as high and the game was just as exciting as any game to be played. The squad played a gutsy but clean game against Ferrum College and emerged as a 61-36 victor.

"The girls had a slow start, but they picked it up and put it together," comments Coach Hodges. "A little bit of inexperience showed, but that will smooth out in time." The JV squad has only four returning players, but these four are solid and experienced enough to iron out the wrinkles and keep the team on an even keel. One of these four is the JV player of the week, Miss Terry Donohue.

Terry is a junior physical education major from Richmond, Virginia. Her experience showed as she was able to control the tempo of the game and settle the team when things got a bit

sloppy. It is only fitting that she be bestowed with this high honor of esteem; Terry played well defensively and offensively (14 points), and besides, it was her twenty-first birthday. Happy Birthday, Puppy Dog. I was impressed by the hustle of the JV's. They were a scrappy bunch, and the majority got on the scoreboard.

Scoring breakdown is as follows: Theresa Schivone, 10; Sharon Nicholson, 4; Ellie Kennedy, 6; Terry Donohue, 14; Di Richardson, 6; Bev Hart, 4; Darlene Douglas, 4; Kitty Hughes, 11; and Debbie Brown, 2.

I think I'll step out on a limb with a prediction: if the JV's are not a "hot and cold team", and if they can fight like they fought against Ferrum, I think they will lose no more than two games during the season. Anybody want to bet?

Folly II: My New Baby I never thought I'd see the day when I was writing about gymnastics. I'll be perfectly honest; I know as much about gymnastics as I do Australian foreign policy, which is not a breath-taking amount. Hopefully, you and I both will benefit from the information in this article and ones that will follow it. With this article, I hope to lay the basic foundations of gymnastics, and expand into more depth in the future.

Something I do know, however, is that the gymnastics team puts in an awful lot of hours and receives very little recognition.

It takes years and years of dedication to master a routine or specific movement. Not too many athletes have this kind of dedication.

This year's squad, a young team coached by Mrs. Judy MacNamee, has thirteen members, two of which are juniors and the rest being freshmen. The all-around girls work four events, floor exercise, unevenbars, balance beam and horse, with some just specializing in one or two events.

Judging (which we'll be going into more depth at a later time) seems to be a fairly difficult procedure. The top score that can be obtained is a 10.0 Judges look for difficulty, execution, amplitude ("stretch of body") composition, originality, and general impression.

Hopefully, these basic ideas will motivate you to come watch an Intrasquad meet on January 17th at 7:00 p.m. in French Gym. The girls will compete against themselves (without announced scores) to get ready for future competition. "I'm confident the girls will have a good season," says Mrs. MacNamee. "The girls perform real well, and there is a lot of backup." Gymnastics is a difficult sport to master, yet a beautiful one to watch. Come and enjoy!!!!

Men Lose First Game

Due to massive losses in mailing and extenuating circumstances, the 1976 VIRGINIAN will not be in before Christmas. The student body will be informed as to its arrival as soon as possible.

Bettie Bass, 1976 Virginian editor

On November 30, the Ixmgwood men's basketball team lost to Mary Washington College, 84-56.

Longwood shot a "cold" 27 per cent (20-74) from the field and was outrebound by the taller Mary Washington front line by a 56-28 total.

Bryan Welbaum was the high scorer for Longwood with 18 points. Bennie Shaw and David Stack followed with 8 points respectively. Welbaum was also the top L. C. rebounder with 9 and Rob Johnson had 8.

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THE ROTUNDA,

Tuesday, December 7, 1976

Men f8 Soccer Season Ends In Victory By MARGARET HAMMERSLEY The men's soccer team closed out its season last Thursday with a second match against Southside. The guys won their game, but all in all, it was Steve Nelson's day with three of the five goals to his credit. I>ongwood won 5-0, with Dave Yerkes and Bill Breedon also scoring.

Southside had improved since the last match here three weeks ago, yet they still could not provide effective competition for Longwood. Longwood outran Southside, dominated the game, and kept the ball at Southside's goal. Both teams were playing under various handicaps, yet both shared one disadvantage — the wind factor.

At the end of regulation time, both teams decided to have a little fun. By mutual agreement the guys decided to play "just one more quarter." Both teams changed goalies and the teams went to it. After the extra ten minute quarter, as the sun was sinking down over the field, the> decided to do it again! All of the members of both teams hit the field — in warm-ups, mittens, fatigues, anything and everything (that wind was cold! i and anything went!

Ixwigwood added five unofficial goals to their score (for double figures!) and Southside one.

After the game — all four quarters the coach commented, "All in all, it was a fitting way to end a soccer season, with a spirit of friendly competition, and just plain fun!"

The first soccer season ended with the match against Southside. Through the season the team won two matches, losing three. It was a rough beginning for the team; they had only fifteen players and were of interest group status only. The Rotunda asked several team players and their coach to comment upon the season.

Co-captain Bill Breedon was very pleased with the team's first season. He felt that the team had an "outstanding start for a first season. "... I'm surprised we did as well as we did." Bill thought that the team "improved with each game." He complimented Dave Yerkes as "a great asset to the team as a player as well as a teacher."

As Bill had previously played eight years, he was asked if he felt at a disadvantage playing with guys who had never before played. He answered that while working with some who had not played, he had the opportunity to help and to instruct those nonplayers, also giving him the chance to improve his basic skills.

When asked about his expectations for the next season, he

answered that he would like to see some more interested guys, but added, "Working with the men we have it will still be possible to have a good team."

Also commenting upon the growth of the team and its improvement, Greg Dunn felt that all of the team showed improvement. He explained that the best method with which to improve was to play teams better than themselves.

Tommy Putlz commented, "The first game brought us together as a team. It surprised us ..." He added that he had not played soccer before coming to longwood and said that he "learned to play from the other guys."

All of the team members who spoke with the Rotunda shared similar praise for Coach Williamson.

When Coach Williamson came to longwood at the beginning of the semester, he was not, and never had been a soccer coach, but his interest and enthusiasm could never show for it. The soccer players felt that the coach learned the game along with them, and anticipate his coaching next season.

Reflecting over the season, Coach Williamson remembered the uncertainties with the opening of the semester as to whether there would be a field, enough players, and especially enough interest with which to build a successful soccer team.

Kven as they were technically an interest group, the coach declared, "We are a team now," and he accredited that ". . to the fact that these young men committed part of themselves to making it happen."

In light of improvement, the coach commented, "Looking back to September, we have improved tremendously. Not only in the area of skills, but also in terms of mutual respect, team attitudes, and character."

Questions have arisen as to whether or not the team will be able to obtain varsity status next season. The coach is uncertain now whether it will be possible, but he did say that the entire program will undergo several improvements before the next season. "Factors such as scheduling, improvement of facilities, budgeting, planning, training and practice schedules for our athletes,...will be included in the overall scope of our program."

So with two wins and three losses, the season closes until next fall. The entire team, the managers, and Coach Williamson are to be congratulated on their success. Fifteen individual freshmen developed into a team which learned to play together, and win!

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THE ROTUNDA,

Tuesday, December 7, 1976

Student Government Forum Gives Insight Into Boards

By SANDY HAGA The following student government representatives were present at the Student Government Forum on November 17: Ellen Cassada, Beth Rafferty, Susann Smith, Hoxann Fox, Ruth Bourne, Mary Meade Saunders, Elaine Sneed, Emily Burgwyn, Vickie Easter, and Mary Williams.

These students answered the following questions.

Q—If a member of Judicial Board is searching a person's room for drugs, but finds liquor instead is he allowed to use it as evidence?

Ruth—A—Before a person can search a room he has to have substantial proof for doing so. He must also state what he is looking for, however if other things are found in the search they may be used as evidence.

Q Do you have to have a written warrant to search a room'' Ruth—A—No, you only have to have Dr. Willett's permission. <.) Do members of the boards look for people who are violating the rules?

Ruth —A- No, it is not their responsibility to patrol.

Q Where do you think the Gustapo reputation that the boards have came from?

Ruth—A —It stemmed from rumors.

Q— Can a student's personal property such as a car be searched?

Ruth —A- Yes, if it is on the campus.

Q-Are you allowed to search a room when the student is not there Ruth A Yes Q- Can the head resident go in a room if the student is not there?

Vickie A Yes. The head resident may go in the room for room inspection.

Q—How do you report a violation of residence board in coed dorms" Vickie- A-Tell the dorm president.

Q What was the purpose of Judicial Board wearing trench coats0 Ruth A-It was not an effort to strike out at anybody, but a

unifying thing for the group.

Q—Why did some of the members not participate?

Ruth—A—Some people are more reserved.

Q—Why haven't the statistics for Residence Board been in the paper?

Vickie-A—They have not been compiled.

Q—What do you think of open trials?

Ruth-A—Totally against them. It would be almost like a public display.

Vickie-A—I agree.

Q—If an accused person wanted an open trial would it be granted?

Ruth—A—No, there are not any provisions for an open trial.

Q—Wouldn't open trials be beneficial?

Ruth—A—It would probablylead to criticism of the board.

Q—Why is a student asked to give a plea as soon as he goes in to be tried? Why doesn't the board prove him guilty? Could you plead the Fifth Ammendment? Would taking the Fifth be incriminating?

Mary Meade—A—It is hard to defend someone who won't defend himself.

Vickie-A—If someone is innocent he wouldn't be taken to trial in the first place.

Q—Can a person be convicted on circumstantial evidence?

Rutn-A—No. Q—If students are innocent until proven guilty, why are they placed in the infirmary after the trial9 Mary—A—So they won't have to answer questions in the dorm.

Q—Can a student leave the infirmary if he wants to?

Ruth—A—A student is not forced to stay in the infirmary. It is only a suggestion which is offered to protect the student.

Q — If a member of Judicial or Residence Board is asked to leave a trial, can she?

Ruth-A-Yes. Q—But some people have been told that they could not because there would not be enough people to make a quorum. Isn't a member of another board pulled in order to make a quorum? If this is so why does something like this happen?

Financial Aid Applications The financial aid application period for the 1977-78 academic year has arrived. Any student interested in receiving consideration for financial aid should complete and submit the necessary documents before the April 1. 1977 deadline. These "need assessment" documents and applications should be submitted prior to March 1,1977, in order for the Financial Aid Office to receive them by the April 1, 1977, deadline. Students applying after this deadline will be considered in the order the applications are received.

1'leate note that a change has occurred in the need assessment document which will be used for the 1977-78 award period. The Financial Aid Form, (FAF) will be completed and submitted by all current logwood students.

This form replaces the Parents' Confidential Statement (PCS) and the Student Financial Statement (SFS). The FAF will be completed by both dependent and independent students.

In addition to the Financial Aid

form students should also complete the Basic Educational Opportunity Grant (BEOG) application and the College Scholarship Assistance Program (CSAP) application, both of which will not be available until after the Christmas vacation.

The Financial Aid Form will be distributed in Room "C" of the I-ankford Building on December 8,9, and 10 from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. The Assistant Director of Financial Aid, Michael Barree, will be available at that time to answer any questions about financial aid or the application procedure. Applications will be available in the Financial Aid Office, Tabb 107, beginning December 12. Students must file applications for renewal of aid each year.

Any student needing financial assistance is encouraged to apply. If you are anticipating receiving financial aid in any form—grants, scholarships, loans, or work-study positions—it is necessary for you to file the proper applications.

Ruth—A—I don't know.

I don't remember telling someone that he could not leave.

Q—Why can't student counselors sit on on a trial?

Vickie -A— The counselors are for the students and might hinder or sway the deliberation. It is protection for the student.

Q—If the purpose of Review Committee is to review a case, why aren't they allowed to hear the student give his position in the case?

Ruth—A—The committee is objective and is given the facts.

Q—If a student wanted to appear could he?

Mary—A—No. The committee reviews the board decision when suspension is recommended.

Q— When something goes to Review Board is it a review or retrial?

Ruth—A—If a plea of innocent is accepted nothing is done. If the plea is rejected the review board has the right to approve the decision and review the facts.

Q—What does Legislative Board do?

Susann—A— Students elect the members and it is up to those who are elected to go back to the students and find out what they want.

Q—Why can't Judicial and Residence board send out questionnaires to find out what students want?

Ruth—A—It is the boards' responsibility to go to the students and find out what they want.

Q—Do you feel as chairman or vice-chairman of Residence or Judicial Board that you can objectively present a case that you investigated?

Ruth—A—Yes an investigator would be an asset.

Q—Do you see the possibility of an investigator in the future?

Ruth-A—Yes. Q—Do you think you act in the best interest of the student or the administration?

Ruth-A-Student.

Q—Could a committee of students get opinions of boards and carry out proposals?Would they have the authority to go to Legislative board with opinions?

Susann—A—Yes. Q—Would the proposal of a group of this type be considered?

Susann—A—Yes. Students need to get involved in student government.

Longwood College Policy Concerning Student Records Longwood College student record policies are in full compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (Public Law 93-380), Section 438) and the Virginia Privacy Protection Act of 1976 (Senate Bill 335).

The accumulation, processing, and maintenance by the College of student data is limited to that information, including grades, which is necessary and relevant to the purposes of the institution.

The personal data of students will be used only for the purpose for which it is collected. Procedures for the internal operation of the various offices at the College are established by each office staff so as to conform to the stated College policy.

Student data, whenever possible, shall be collected directly from the student; every effort will be made to ensure its accuracy and security. It shall be the express responsibility, of the student to notify the Dean of Students' Office of any change of student status. Any student or applicant for admission who initially or subsequently refuses to supply accurate and complete personal information as is legally allowed may be denied admission or readmission or may jeopardize current student status. Falsification of records with the intent to give untrue information is a violation of the I-ongwood College Honor Code.

The College shall provide for the confidentiality and security of official student data and, therefore, will not release student information except: (a) Public information as listed in directories and listings of student data which may include the student's name, address, telephone number, date and place of birth, major field of study, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, weight and height of members of athletic teams, dates of attendance, degrees and awards received, the most recent previous educational agency or institution attended by the student, campus or field address, dates of field experience, and other similar information. A student may inform the College in writing that any or all public information may not be released without prior consent. The College reserves the right to indicate to potential inquirers whether or not a student is

Submit the winning nickname and win an official I xmgwood Rocking Chair.

The Intercollegiate Athletic Council (IAC) is conducting a contest to determine a nickname for Ixmgwood and its sports teams. Students, faculty and staff are eligible and enteries must be submitted by Friday, December 19. An individual can submit as many names as desired but only one copy of each name.

There will be a box in the new smoker for entry blanks. The IAC will evaluate the entries and choose the winner.

OFFICIAL ENTRY BLANK Submit A Nickname Your Name Box No.

Phone No.

Status: (Student, Faculty, Staff) Nickname Suggestion: Closing Date Friday, Dec. 19

currently enrolled and-or the date of attendance. In the case of telephone requests for information, the College will identify the names of current students or graduates and release the dates of attendance and the major field of study. (b) To the students themselves. (c) To parents or a financial institution where financial support to the student is in evidence as defined in Section 152 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1970. (d) To a third party agency as expressly designated in writing by the student. (e) To other agencies as required by court subpoena. (f) In a situation of emergency in which the knowledge of confidential student information is necessary to protect the immediate health or safety of a student or other persons.

Student access to all personal records shall be permitted within 45 days of a written request, during normal office hours. All records shall be available and in a form comprehensible to the student except for: (a) Medical records which, upon written authorization, shall be submitted to a psychologist or physician designated by the student. (b) Confidential financial statements and records of parents as excluded by law. (c) Third party confidential recommendations when such access has been waived by the student. Where a waiver has been given, parents as well as students are excluded from viewing such confidential information.

The College shall provide an opportunity, during normal office hours, for a student in person, a student accompanied by a person of his or her choosing, or by mail with proper identification, to challenge the existence of information believed to be inaccurate, incomplete, inappropriate, or misleading. All personal data challenged by a student shall be investigated by College officials, following established channels. Completion of an investigation shall result in the following actions: (a) If the College concurs with the challenge, student records shall be amended or purged as appropriate; and all previous record recipients shall be so notified by the College. (b) If the investigation fails to resolve the dispute, the student shall be premitted to file a statement of not more than 200 words setting forth his or her position, copies of which will be supplied at the student's expense, to both previous and subsequent recipients of the record in question. (c) If a student wishes to make an appeal of the decision, he may do so in writing to the President of the College.

The names, dates of access and purposes of all persons or agencies other than appropriate Longwood College personnel given access to a student's personal records shall be recorded and maintained.

Student records are retained by the College for at least one year after completion of work at the College. Permanent academic records from which transcripts are derived are maintained indefinitely. A student may request and receive information concerning the record of access to his personal information file.