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THE ROTUNDA
Tuesday, October 2, 1979
Senior Spotlight
Miss Clay Active On Campus
By SHARONJANOVICH Longwood students have grown accustomed to seeing Alice Clay's friendly smile all over campus, therefore, it is necessary to recognize Alice's involvement in campus activities, as well as her academic achievements. Alice is majoring in Elementary Education, and English, certifying in Math. Upon graduation in May 1980, she will begin her career by teaching elementary education, while working on her Master's in English.
Alice is involved in numerous extracurricular activities. She is the Geist secretary, senior advisor of Alpha Lambda Delta, Historian of Kappa Delta Pi (education honorary), Tafara music director and guitar player, orientation leader, resident assistant, Phi Kappa Phi (national Honor Society) and secretary of Zeta Tau Alpha Social Sorority. ■Sometimes my being so involved with college activities makes me sacrifice extra moments which I should put into studying, into an extracurricular activity. However, although I may not do quite as well on a test or paper, I am learning just as much and growing just as much by assuming responsibilities and working with all sorts of people. I am so excited about Oktoberfest! I'll be the chairman of ticket selling, and will be running the information booth, and am looking so forward to it! I am particularly happy about the Juniors and Seniors who showed up for skits. I have several friends who have never been involved before, but are participating in skits this year, and are just as
enthusiastic as the freshmen! I think it's great, and I know Oktoberfest will be a huge success. I feel that if there was one thing 1 could change or improve on bur campus, it would be our Student Union. They do an excellent job, but their lack of funds does not allow them to do what they could do to get everyone participating. I'd like this to be a college where other college students came for the weekend, instead of us always leaving to visit other colleges for the weekend! "The thing I have loved most about Ixmgwood is the warmth of the atmosphere and the willingness of professors to bend over backwards to help their students. I know that I've had many professors do that for me, and they are terrific. I am looking forward to teaching elementary grades and I hope to get married in the near future. I look forward to raising a family and being a successful teacher." Longwood wishes the best of luck to senior Alice Clay, who through much hard work and dedication, should make a fine teacher.
Oktoberfest Is Coming Klowns, Skits, Booths, Meisters, Ushers Concerts . . . these are just a few of the spirited Oktoberfest groups that will make this year's "Oktoberfest der Geist" weekend the best weekend ever. The fifty-second annual celebration will be held October 26,27, and 28, and is run by Geist. This year's Gei^t officers are: President — Cin^y Morris, in charge of the klowns; Vice President — Teresa Ware, in charge of Midway and the paint battles, Secretary — Alice Clay, in charge of the information booth and ticket sales. Other Geist members will manager certain aspects of Oktoberfest: Charlie Mason, Red and Green advisor; Donna Hasky, in charge of food preparation, Cindy Cummins, in charge of Publicity; Jan Bates, in charge of ushers and meisters. Debbie Northern is the overall Oktoberfest Chairman. "We began preparing last spring," said Debbie Northern. She went on to say, "We started ordering posters, T-shirts, balloons and everything. We even got the Clowns of America to be present during Oktoberfest for face painting! Midway this year is really big! We have so many people wanting booths, that in order to accommodate everyone, we had to set up tables. This year on Midway we'll have a Mime Group and all of the usual booths, along with the Dunking booth. The Ushers and Meisters are moving right along and everything is progressing as we planned. I only wish that more people would get involved." The action begins Tuesday night at 6:30 when the sophomores and freshmen engage in the messy (but fun) challenge of Paint Battle. The red and green paint will be flying on Wheeler Mall, then. The Reds and Greens vie in other ways in the competition for the Oktoberfest cup. Skits, class
booths and color rush all add points to their tally. Skits will be presented Friday and Saturday nights. Tickets will go on sale after Fall break. All seats are reserved. Committees have already written scripts, and chosen the cast for the two plays. Set construction, costume making, and rehearsals will begin soon. Saturday will bring the Midway, H20 shows, one-act plays, and the "Pops Concert." According to Dr. Louard E. Egbert, chairman of the Music department, the college's newly formed Jazz Ensemble will join the Concert Choir at 1 p.m. for the annual "Pops Concert." Midway will open at 2 p.m. with games, food and souvenirs for sale from approximately 50 different campus organizations: The booths will sell a variety of things from pretzels and root beer to mugs, sun visors, and Tshirts. This year there will be something new sponsored by the Inter-Religious Council. The IRC will have a door decorating contest. All contestants must have their room or suite doors decorated in a German or Oktoberfest theme by Tuesday, October 23. Prizes will be two tickets to skits Saturday night, plus more surprises awarded that
night. Also, a spirit board will be up all day Saturday for the Greens and Reds to paint with spirited thoughts! Following the skits Saturday night, there will be an alumni CHI Walk and cake cutting. This year's Oktoberfest is shaping up and progressing as expected. "I'm looking forward to 100 per cent participation in Oktoberfest this year. It will be terrific, and I can't wait for it," said Debbie Northern.
Soon we will begin to see the soft beauty and glorious wonder of the colorful coming of fall The change In the season; the subtle growth; a unique energy is found and strength built even as it seems t<be lost and fallen.
Photo bv Melotly Cravulfy
French Building Versitile By MARY GRANT The French Building serves a variety of purposes to Longwood students by providing housing, a gymnasium, a swimming pool and classrooms. The building was originally known as The Student Building. It was constructed under the presidency of Dr. Joseph L. Jarman. Plans were begun in
Tafara Chosen By BETH PARROTT Tafara, the Baptist Student Union folk team, is anxiously awaiting the beginning of a new year. Tryouts were held last week and now they are getting all tuned-up for a successful year. Pam Wagner, president, is very enthusiastic about this year's group. Returning members are Pam Wagner, Kim Duncan, Jan Jennings, Jane Edmunds and Suzanne Bryant New members were chosen in try outs recently. They include Steve Janasko, Chris Vontsalos, Elaine tassiter, Carol Atkins, and Kathy Buck. The Tafara group travels to Virginia Churches representing Longwood College and the Baptist Student Union.
Foster Parents Needed Therapeutic foster care for disturbed teenagers will soon be available in this area. The Crossroads Mental Health Services in Farmville are recruiting foster parents to provide help and support to teens facing crises. The search for responsive homes for teens is centered in the seven county area which includes Buckingham, Cumberland, Charlotte, Prince Edward, Lunenburg, Amelia, and Nottoway counties. Training for Foster Parents, selected for this new program will be provided by a mental health professional team.
Following twenty hours of training, foster parents will be paid to be part of the program while providing supportive care for an adolescent. The professional team will provide continuing help and advice to the foster parents. Foster parents will receive an income as well as child support funds. They will be provided with opportunities to increase their skills and income as they acquire experience. Judith Halpern, Therapeutic Foster Care Coordinator, is recruiting foster parents who have demonstrated an interest in, and concern for teens. She is looking for people who have had experience in leading teen groups or teaching. Experience with teen groups such as 4H, Scouts, Church work, Big Brothers, or other similar teen activities will be helpful. Area homemakers will now have an opportunity to improve their skills and earn money, while, at the same time offering a needed service to the community and to a specific young person. Those who are interested and want more information may call Mrs. Halpern at Farmville's Crossroads Mental Health Center, 392-3187, collect.
1911 and construction was completed in 1924. It was one of the most popular projects ever initiated on campus, with $100,000 of the $150,000 needed, raised b> students, faculty and friends. Aside from being a gathering place for students, the Student Building contained the student government rooms, sorority chapter rooms, a prayer room and a small auditorium. The building was dedicated in March of 1969 to Raymond H. French, a chemistry professor. French came to Ix>ngwood in 1929 and was an active participant in college activities during his 35 year tenure. He was concerned with the welfare of students and was the initiator of fire drills at IiOngwood College.
American Evening By CECILIA WHITE The Camerata Singers arc sponsoring "An Evening of American Music" tonight to raise money for the Family Clark Scholarship Fund. The program will begin at 7:30 p.m. Featured will be members of the college's music faculty including Ms. Freida Meyers and Paul Hesselink, piano, Thomas Williams, baritone and Dr. Robert Blasch, piano. Student Music majors will also be featured in selection of American music spanning the years from Stephen Foster to John Denver. This will include such composers as Aaron Copland, Paul Hindemith, and Richard Rogers. Featured highlights will include "The Boogie Woogie Gals", "Westside Story Medley", and the Camerata Singers. Both instrumental and vocal music will be performed. The program will be held in the Wygal Music Building. The cost of the event will be three dollars per person. Tickets may be purchased in the Public Affairs office.