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Novelist to Accept Come Out and Support the 'Walk Dos Passos Prize By P. A. FAIRS Novelist Lee Smith, of Chapel Hill. NC. will come to Longwood College on Thursday. Oct. 6, to receive the John Dos Passos Prize for literature. The presentation ceremonies are set for 8 p.m. In Wygal Auditorium. Smith will receive the John Dos Passos medallion and a $1,000 cash award. Smith also will read from her work. The public is invited to attend the ceremony and reading; there is no admission charge. A native of the Grundy area of southwest Virginia. Smith is the author of seven novels, a collection of short stories, and stories published in several popular magazines. Her most recent novels are Oral History (1983). Family Linen (1985). and Fair and Tender Ladies, released this Putnam's month by Sons. Her short' story. "No
One Will Ever Love You As Much," appears In the September 1988 issue of Redbook magazine. Smith's earlier novels are The Last Day the Dogbushes Bloomed (1968). Something in the Wind (1971). Fancy Strut (1973-recently reissued In paperbook). and Black Mountain Breakdown (1980). Her short story collection is entitled Cakewalk (1980). Critics have praised Smith's ability to be "satiric without being mean." She has been compared to William Faulkner, Carson McCullers, and Flannery O'Connor In recording the "particulars of life" and "the voices that tell her story ... with perfect mimicry." In reviewing Family Linen for the Detroit News, Charles Dickinson wrote that Smith "invites the reader in and subtly Intoxicates him with tne cnronicle of a family only sll hll more blzarre than g y
GALLERY Longwood College Historical Notes By CHERYL JEFFREY The school that is now known as Longwood College has not always been referred to by that name. Farmvllle Female Seminary was founded in 1839. This is the institution that, after having a few name changes, is now referred to as Longwood College. Farmvllle Female Seminary Association was incorporated on March 5. 1839. The incorporators were W. C. Flournoy. James E. Venable. Thomas Flournoy. William Wilson. George Daniel. Willis Blanton. and James B. Ely. These men issued 300 shares of stock at $100 each, in an effort to raise $30,000 to erect a building and buy necessary items for the seminary. After buying one acre of land on High Street, the
school building was completed in 1842. This original building is now part of Ruffner. The first principal of the school was Solomon Lee. Courses offered were English. Latin. Greek. French, and piano. Tuition ranged from five to twenty dollars per course; and board was eight to ten dollars per month. After Mr. Lee's term as principal, his brother. Reverend Lorenzo Lee became (Continued on page 10)
most." And John Ehle. writing for the New York Times Book Review, concluded that this story of four generations contains "a certain amount of disorder, but that Is true of family closets and family linen everywhere." When asked about the research that went into Oral History, Smith replied: "It wasn't really research — it's Just the kind of thing I write down whenever I'm visiting my folks In Grundy. I decided to write the Look, finally, in order to use all the material I've been collecting and the Appalachian songs and legends I'd been reading about." Smith has won the O. Henry Award twice, the Sir Walter Raleigh Award, and the North Carolina Award for Literature. She has been a member of the English faculty at North Carolina State University (Continued on page 7)
By DENICE EIDSON On Sunday. October 9th at 1:00 p.m. the American Heart Association will attempt to raise money to help fight heart disease in the Farmville community. The one out of every two peop'.e who are affected by heart disease will be thankful for the Turkeywalk participants. The walk will take place at Roses in the Southgate Shopping Center continuing with a five mile course. Donations obtained by the walkers, which are based on pledge per mile or overall contributions, will be put towards support of important research to further education of heart disease in the community. The distance you walk is up to you and your ability. To award participants for their effort, prizes will be given according to the amount of pledges collected. A long sleeve Turkeywalk tshirt is rewarded for $50.00. a t-shirt. and turkey for $100.00. $250.00 receives a t-shirt. turkey and a warm-up suit, and finally $450.00 gets all of the above plus a AM/FM radio. Pre-collectlng donations, or better yet flat
Debates Being Held At Wesley Foundation By JEAN TAYLOR On Wednesday. October 5. at 6:00 The Wesley Foundation will be sponsoring a debate between Dr. Donald E. Stuart. Vice-President of Academic Affairs, and Dr. James Helms. Professor of History and Political Science. The format, set up by Rev. Margie Turbyfill. will allow (Continued on page 2)
pledges, will be beneficial in receiving the prize earlier. The Wampler Longacre sponsored event encourages people of all ages to partit i pate. Mr. Rick Hurley, who is President of the Prince Ed ward County American Heart Association as well as the Vice President for Business Affairs at Longwood College, "encourages any interested Longwood students to get involved or get in touch if you would like to help." The applications are available in the Business Affairs Office, which is located two doors down from Cashiering and Student Accounts in South Ruffner. Huve fun while supporting a very important life or death matter.
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§NEWS BSU Plans Activities By BETH A. LORD The Farmvllle Area Baptist Student Union is well into a great semester with many exciting activities on the way. Beginning on October 6, lunch will be provided the first and third Thursdays of each month by either area churches or the BSU itself. All those interested in the BSU are invited to meet at 12:45 p.m. at the Baptist Student Center located behind Stubbs. Also, Bible studies and socials are planned for many Friday nights during the semester. As always, students are welcome to attend the weekly BSU meetings held at 6:30 on Monday nights at the Center, Monday night features inelude speakers from on and off campus, games, music. skits, and special BSU proJects. For more information, contact Baptist Campus Minister Betsy Frost at 392-5733. And remember - you don't have to be a Baptist to attend! Groups, Individuals, and organizations Interested In submitting articles to be Included In the time capsule need to do so by October 15th. Contact Rick Hurley, V.P. tor Business A Legislative Affairs.
Debate (Continued from page 1) each debate team a five minute opening statement to present the strengths of the presidential candidate they are supporting. Then the debaters will refute each other's arguments. There will also be an opportunity for the audience to question the debaters. This format will allow the debaters a better opportunity to emphasize the strengths of their candidate and weaknesses of their opponent's candidate than the Presidential candidates had. Unlike last Sunday's debate between Bush and Dukakis, specific questions will not be posed by mediators but from the audience. Both Dr. Stuart and Dr. Helms were formerly local chairmen of their respective parties here In Prince Edward County. Also. Dr. Helms in 1970 ran for Congress in the 4th Congressional District, Dr. Stuart will be arguing on behalf of Democratic presidential candidate Michael Dukakis. And Dr. Helms will argue the positions of Republican candidate George Bush. Each debate team will include students. Ed Matricardi III and Jean Taylor will be a part of Dr. Helms' team. Dr. Stuart's assistant is Ricky Otey. Student Government Association president. All students and faculty are Invited and encouraged to attend.
LIT Initiates at Symposium By DONNA L. FERRIER As of September 22, 1988. Lambda Iota Tau (LIT), the Honor Society for English and Modern Language majors, has a total of nine new members. Congratulations to Robin Burroughs, Beth Camillo. Michele Cornett. Jeff Dingeldein. Vicki Ellis. Burnella Gilbert. Michelle Hummer. Amy Roderer. and Kim Talley. In order to become a member of Lambda Iota Tau, you must have completed four literature courses, you must have at least a 3.0 cumulative grade point average in all literature classes as well as at least a 2.8 cumulative grade point average overall. In adJjltlon> you ^usi submJt a __ per (this can be a paper that's already been graded for a class) to Priscilla Ord, Lambda Iota Tau's Advisor. Associate members of LIT include Gene Kerns. Laura Vollrath. Ashley Warren, and Noah Wood. UTs next initiation ceremony is to be held on February 14. 1989. Following the initiation ceremony, was a symposium featuring Mary Oliver, a Pulitzer Prize winning poet. Among the five books she's written are Twelve Moons, Dreamland, and American Primitive. American Primitive was the one that won her the 1984 Pulitzer Prize for po-
Cathy Gaughrmn pins new initiate of LIT. etry. Oliver was born in Ohio and now lives in Massachusetts. In her poetry, she talks about the world beyond ourselves, the world we cherish but doesn't cherish us. and she even poses the question "How do we live in this world?" Oliver then read from Twelve Moons and American Primitive. Many of these po
ems are based on actual experiences she's had. Her settings are frequently at Cape Cod. Massachusetts, such as the setting of The Fish." based on her own fishing experiences. She also writes of her overseas experiences as in "Singapore." Following the reading was a reception during which she signed autographs.
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A Focus On Korea By BURNELLA M. GILBERT ISP. the International Studies Program of Longwood is continuing Its lecture series for the semester, which started with "A Focus on Korea" part I. On October 10. 1988 ISP will temporarily move its focus from Korea to the country of China. Mr. Mu Ping Pan. Journalist of Beijing China, will host, starting at 12:00 p.m.. an informal question-answer session on his country. Interested students are asked to proceed through the lunch line as usual and Join Mr. Pan in the Virginia Room. On October 11 th at 7:30 p.m. in the Continuing Studies Conference Room. 121 West Ruffner, "A Focus on Korea" part II will begin. Dr. Jung Ra. professor of Special Education and Social Work here at Longwood will speak on Korean Education. On October 27th from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Dr. ChongHan Kim. professor of Political Science at the College of William and Mary will present "Korea In Search of Democracy." This lecture will also be held in the Continuing Studies Conference Room. On November 9th ISP will take an even closer look at China with a slide presentation by Longwood Professor of Philosophy. Dr.
John Peale. who recently visited the country. The presentation will start at 7:30 p.m. and will be held in ihe Prince Edward Room. Blackwell Dining Hall. To end ISP's focus on Korea, on November 15th from 7:308:30 p.m. in the Virginia Room of the Dining Hall. Dr. Han K. Song, professor of Sociology and president of the Consortium for Asian Studies. Lynchburg College will speak on Korea's relations with the U.S. Refreshments will be served after each lecture. The International Studies Program would like to thank everyone for good attendance at previous lectures and would like to encourage them to continue coming. Lectures are open to the general public at no cost. ISP. along with Dr. Karen Armstrong, professor of the Department Anthropology, is also planning an international film program, the theme of which will be The Impact of Modern Culture on Third World Culture." Again anyone who Is interested in studying abroad should contact Michele Sims of the ISP office. Grainger 213. Information on international programs in a variety of subject areas is available.
Jefferson Association By JEAN TAYLOR
On September 17th Longwood was represented by delegates at the Virginia Jefferson Association committee meeting at the Raddison Hotel In Lynchburg. The Jefferson Association is a non-partison organization geared toward lnhanclng the public's understanding of the constitution and (constitutional Issues trough debate and discussion. After being briefed about the three issues for the evening, delegates were divided into three groups according to interest. The first Issue was whether or not to give the line-item veto to the president and the legislative veto to the congress. The second subject was whether or not keep the Electoral college system or Just adjust It so that it more closely reflects popular will. And. the last issue for the evening was how to Increase the accountability of supreme court Justices without destroying their Independence to impartially Interpret the law. Each group then divided into pro and con teams for each side of each issue and discussed their arguments for the next day. On September 17th. all the delegates met at Thomas Jefferson's other home Poplar Forest near Lynchburg. After each debate, all delegates had
the opportunity to ask questions and express opinions. The Jefferson Association meeting was a statewide event. Other delegates came from Liberty University. Chesterfield. Chesapeake. Yorktown. Arlington and other parts of Virginia. The delegates from Longwood were: Dr. James Helms. Ed
Matricardi III. Michael Wit ford. Jean Taylor. Jeff Poythress. Mark Ashley, and John Fleming. The committee was so Impressed by the Longwood delegates' performance that they want Longwood to receive a grant to host a Jefferson meeting here In the Spring.
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Convention in Va. Beach "GET PSYCHED!" This is October 19th-23rd. Parson the catchy new slogan heard said. "We are looking forward by many members of this to an informative and exciting year's Psychology Club. This year and we hope everyone year the officers are John will come out and Join us." If Parson. President; Tony Mar- you are interested in Joining quez. Vice President: Lynn the Psychology Club, meetOwen. Secretary; Gretchen ings are held every Wednes Eby. Treasurer and Dr. David day night at 6:30 in the Red Stein. Advisor. The Psychol- Room in Lankford. Dues are ogy Club is sponsoring many only $2.00 a semester and events this year. Included is you do not have to be a psythe 10th Annual Rat Race to chology major to Join. So be held Oktoberfest weekend. come on out and "Get They are also planning a trip Psyched" with this year's to the Virginia Psychological members.
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(CPS) — Non-traditional students — those at least 25years-old who often have families and Jobs — will make up half of the nation's college population by the year 2000. a new report by the College Board says. Those students, the board says, will need fewer services than students aged 18-to-25. but will bring as much revenue to colleges as younger students do. The survey, conducted by the College Boards Office of Adult Learning Services (OALS). also found that more than six million adults study for college credit each year. "We found that adults are serious students, and that they enroll in the mainstream of higher education." said
OALS Director Carol B. Asian ian. But as colleges become more dependent on older students, they've become more concerned about keeping them happy. "Colleges know the population of new high school graduates will shrink 12 percent over the next five College demographers have predicted for years that the shrinking numbers of new high school graduates would cause college enrollments to drop dramatically. The pre dieted enrollment plunge, however, has been offset by greater numbers of minorities, women and adults enrolling in colleges, years and stay down for another 10 years." Aslanian
said. "To maintain enrollments, many colleges must attract adults with Jobs and babies, or with grandchildren and time to study. They need to know the demographics, behaviors and preferences of adult college students." Although many college administrators believe non traditional students only en roll In a few courses — and only produce a fraction of the revenue produced by younger students — It takes only two and a half adult students to equal the revenue produced by a traditional student. In addition, the survey found older students require fewer services, such as orga nized social events and transportation.
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Amnesty: Rock for the Crusuder build campus support in as short a time as Amnesty International did in 1986. And this month, despite having had a terrible time
By MICHAEL O'KEEFFE
Tim Carrier, a University of Massachusetts student and a big fan of U2. made It a point to catch the band on a 1986 MTV telecast. It turned out the groups performance was part of Amnesty International's "Conspiracy of Hope" tour, designed to introduce the human rights group to students Just like Carrier. And It worked. In what had to be one of the most successful mass political recruiting efforts In recent campus history, Carrier, like 30,000 other people, Joined the organization, eventually founding a UMass chapter. Nationwide, the 250 campus and high school Amnesty chapters grew to "more than 1.000," reported Peter Larson of the group's membership office. "I don't even equate Amnesty with music anymore," Carrier, who Is taking tills term off to work as an Intern with Amnesty International (AI). said. "Now all I equate It with Is human rights." Of course the main purpose of the group, whose efforts won the 1978 Nobel Prize, is to lobby governments worldwide to get them to respect human rights. It publicizes the cases of "prisoners of conscience" — or political prisoners — and works to end the death penalty. And while a healthy handful of U.S. students always has been involved with the Issue, few "nonpartisan" groups have ever been able to
Building it that fast, however, can cause problems for a group. Integrating such vast numbers of new members
called Allen Halley. a University of Oklahoma Junior, "got more people Involved, but some weren't getting the message," noting some saw it as this week's cause. Added Loala Hironaka, whose University of California at Berkeley chapter grew from 200 to 500 members after the "Conspiracy" concerts: "What happened in 1986 is that you have a lot of people Join up. but you don't have time to form them." It was hard, Hironaka said. to educate the new members about Amnesty's strictly nonpartisan, independent stance. "Amnesty Is supposed to be nonpartisan, but students are sometimes used In partisan ways," she said. "You'd like to have . . . the students understand Amnesty's mandate." Steve Kotkln, also of the Berkeley chapter, called It "a question of philosophy."
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integrating all those new members two years ago, the group is actively recruiting students again. This time it's called the "Human Rights NOW!" tour, and features Bruce Springsteen, Tracy Chapman, Sting. Peter Gabriel and Senegal's Youssou N'Dour. "It's Important to see the concerts — and our efforts to organize students — as one of the ways we're building a base of support for human rights." said Ellen Cull of Amnesty's Northeast office.
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"Some are for a smaller, tight-knit group where all the members are Informed and involved. Others want a broader organization. I'm partial to greater numbers myself. We can always educate people after they Join up." Kotkln's in the majority. Unlike some other activist groups. Amnesty seems to believe that "the more the merrier," observed Roger Williams, a reporter for Foundation News, which covers charitable and volunteer organizations. "The more people involved." Williams explained, "the greater the pressure they can bring to governments to respect human rights." Recruiting all those warm bodies, moreover, has been "good for Amnesty." he said. UMass student Carrier thought it's been especially good for the human rights is (Continued on Page 7)
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The place to have been last Saturday night was Lancer Gym for Longwood's birthday party. The brilliant multi-colored laser show set the tone for the evening coupled with President Dorrill's remarks about the occasion. The feeling of togetherness all present felt will perhaps be with them for the rest of their lives. Indeed a special night for Longwood but also for her students, faculty, staff, and administrators of past and present who have all worked to build a sound foundation for which we all celebrated. Those at the party could but marvel at Longwood's rapid growth and unbroken prosperity, (from 1839 to 1989) for it has overtaken and outstripped many other institutions that tell their age in centuries. Happy 150th Longwood.
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Candidates to Debate Tomorrow night in Omaha Nebraska the first debate between the Vice Presidential candidates Dan Quayle (R) and Lloyd Bentson (D) will take place. Quayle has to refute the claims of the Democrats that he is not a credible candidate and prove to the American people that he not only qualified but ready to be a heartbeat away from the Presidency — a claim that he can accurately make whereas the Democrats V. P. choice in 1984. Geraldlne Ferraro could not. But she's not the question Lloyd Bentson is. Bentson will have to contrast Quayle to himself and in doing so show the American people that he is better suited to be a heartbeat away from the Presidency. Quayle must point out the many differences that Dukakis and Bentson have and make some points from there. It is definitely Bentsen's debate to lose for the expecLet Longwood tations iiiiums of Ul Quayle \^Uciyic seem scciu very vny low. IUW. Quayle yuayic to IU receive ictcivc the UlC 111SI first , « ... ,, question and give the first closing statement will get his chance \)0W mtnCX. Write and Bentsen his to prove Just how credible all the talk Editor BOX 1133. surrounding the two candidates is. '
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To The Editor: Concerning Jim Hash's letter published in last week's issue: I really hope that next time somebody wants to publicly vent his/her opinions, he/she can find a way to do it that is not at the personal expense of a fellow student. Don't you.
as an editor, find anything wrong with publishing such letters? Brett Wolmarans Dear Mr. Hash. After reading your letter last week I have wondered for a long time what your reasons were for such a shallow and superficial statement about a fellow student. From the interview that was printed In the Rotunda two weeks ago It was not possible to understand how Miss Sole felt about apartheid, simply because she was not asked this question. How did you Jump to such conclusions? Can you read minds? I'm very happy for you. How would you feel if people considered you a racist because you are from Virginia? You said apartheid was a reality in the States twentyfive years ago. and then you urged Miss Sole to study "the
inter-relations of blacks and whites living and working and studying together all around us." Well. I'd like to urge you to walk (maybe with Miss Sole) around Farmville and see how your paradisiac description of the States does not always correspond to reality. It will probably be the best lesson you will learn here at Longwood. Lulgl Agostlno To the Editor: In response to the letter on golfer Daphne Sole. I don't believe that one has the right to sterotype every white South African as an Apartheid Supporter. Does Jim Hash know for a fact that Ms. Sole supports that aspect of her government; people who have taken the time to talk with her know she does not. Secondly. I also
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believe that one doesn't have the right to sterotype Ms. Sole as someone Just here to read our books and magazines, eat our various foods, and experiment with our dating habits. I do think, however, that we as Americans, with all of our various ethnic groups, should consider ourselves lucky that we are able to experience and learn from our different heritages. I also believe that we should consider ourselves fortunate to be able to offer all foreign exchange students (and they us) a way of viewing a different set of cultural values. I think we can learn Just as many "lessons" from them as they can learn from us. Unfortunatly. It Is true that some Americans need to be less egocentric and open their eyes to a whole world full of diverse cultures and customs. (Continued on page 7)
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EcOMMENTAR 1 Questioning Sesquicentennial Letters the Arms Race Blahs
By ROCCO TRICARICO Lately there has been an Issue which Is being put on a back burner. The arms race is and will always be an impor tant issue between superpowers. Too much money is being spent on nuclear weapons and others in the like. Now however the race is expanding further. Star Wars, an experimental defense shield Is costing the United States a lot of money. My personal opinion is one in which this mindless expansion of war tools is absolutely unnecessary. What is the "Arms Race?" The Arms Race is the battle between the superpowers, USA and USSR, to have the larger stock pile. Therefore, in effect, the larger being stronger and preventing their country from nuclear warfare. So what does this Arms Race do to us? Let's Just take a look around. Many Americans use this as some mindless form of power. They feel that having millions of tons of thermonuclear devices sitting in everyone's front yards makes us safe. This is the kind of stupidity that should stop. It's turning the world into a sitting bomb waiting to go off. Is it really fair to other smaller countries that would have to live in a radioactive world? So what's the alternative? Many now feel the right thing to do ralher than stock piling Is to
build a shield, called "Star Wars." Star Wars is the American way of getting out of nuclear war. It works on the principle that when a long range missile reaches its peak, through laser armed satellites it may be shot down. This sounds great except for a couple of problems: the system is not 100% effective and it cannot help out with short range missiles. Short range missiles granted can only fly 300 miles so central America has no problem. The real problem Is this system eliminates about 9 out of every 10 missiles in the laboratory, that's with controlled conditions. The Soviet Union has enough missiles to "nuke over" the United States 6 times thoroughly. So in effect in this situation if the Soviets fired 6000 missiles at us 600 would get through. SLx hundred Is a large number, large enough to really devastate the United States. So is this Star Wars and this Arms Race really healthy for our world? I feel that more time, money, and effort be put forth at a bargaining table, rather than a warhead assembly line. It makes more sense. Let's look at It this way, who wins a nuclear war. the power that devastates the other, or the power that has to live in a devastated world?
By JIM LONG and MART Hill The sound of Jackhammers, the inconvenience of our new "mall", and the sight of men goofing off can mean only one thing .... Happy Birthday Longwood! Longwood's new facial has been In the making for over a month now. Our $200,000 dollar mall will be all fine and dandy, that Is when it's done, but right now it is Just a mud pie that gets in the way. If you live In the highrises you have to take the scenic tour around the block, or the obstacle course through it to get to the Rotunda. If you live in the Cunninghams it's not so bad but you still have to look at it. Oktoberfest is but a few weeks away and the Mall dedication is drawing near. Sources say that 90% of the work should be completed by this time. Good Luck! Another feature of the Sesquicentennial was the recent Symposium Series on the Future of Education. While most of the presentations were during class time a few of us got to Jarman (past all of THAT construction
work) to see some of the series. Those who did attend learned that their college resembled a "flower garden." Some students were shocked to find out that they were the "seeds" of the future, but after hearing it at least twice the metaphor implanted Itself in the "fertile soil" of their brains. Even though this column has been pesslmestlc, the Sesquicentennial Semi-Formal Ball promises to make up for everything else. The tickets were free, a particularly "UnLongwood-like" occurrence, as was the rate at which the tickets were obtained. Could it be that it was the Laser-Light Extravaganza that drew such an unusual crowd, or was it the Open Bar? We shall see. As lucky as we are to be a part of the Sesquicentennial Celebration (and we REALLY are), perhaps we should leave a time capsule to warn the class of 2039 about the hazards they will face when the Bicentennial arrives.
(Continued from page 6) I would ask Mr. Hash to think about this — How many Americans can even speak a second language fluently? Can you tell me how the hispanlc world celebrates Christmas or even death? How much culture awarness do most Americans have? The disappointing answer Is not much. We in the United States have made great strides In ending racial prejudices, but we are far from that goal. It is sad that many Americans still rely on prejudicial adjectives to describe whole races of people. This bigotry is appalling. Until our country is free of people who sterotype and prejudge others. I don't think we have any rights to teach other cultures "lessons". After all. wouldn't we Just be teaching hypocrisy? Beth Verley. Nora Graybeal, Barbara C. Allen. Joe Harper, Robert Scott. Garry Scott Bartley. Jr.. Wendy L. Martin. Christopher Glovetsis, Kendal Ascher, Holly Barnett. Natalie Carlson. Tricia Daniels. Julie Hansen. and Marrie Turman
Amnesty (Continued from page 4) sue. "Most who follow the cause," he contended, "don't do it because it's a rock star thing. Those people get washed out after the concerts are over." So the group is out recruiting again. This time — it also mounted lower-key concerts in the late seventies and early eighties — there are only U.S. three stops — Philadelphia, Los Angeles and Oakland — for the "Human Rights Now!" tour that will touch down in India, Europe, Japan, Africa, Latin America and perhaps even the Soviet Union before ending. But at the same time, AI has designated the second week in October a U.S. campus activities week, complete with lectures and concerts to raise awareness of the Issue. "We'll have an Oklahoma Human Rights Now! concert with local bands." OU's Halley promised. Reporter Williams thinks another key to AI's success is that, once the students get to their local campus meeting, they get to choose from a cafeteria assortment of ways
to end torture around the world. "Young people need to realize the power they can have over the future and over their own destiny." Peter Gabriel told the Washington Post. "If you follow the line of the cynics on compassion fatigue, you end up with a world that doesn't care, that feels Impotent, that is unable to voice its feelings or to have any influence over its own life, and that's very self-destructive"
Prize (Continued from page 1) since 1981. She also has been a seventh grade teacher and language arts teacher. Early in her career, she was a feature writer and editor for the Tuiciloou News in Alabama. The John Dos Passos Prize, established at Longwood in 1980, commemorates one of the greatest of 20th-century American authors by honoring other writers in his name. The recipient is chosen by an Independent Jury appointed by Longwood each year.
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Longwood: A Suitcase College
The Miracle Worker To Open October 5th
By JENNIFER A. MEELER The prevalence of "suit case" students at our fine Institution has become obvious to all. Many students merely show up during the school week for classes and socializing and then head back to the homestead for weekend enjoyment. Should these students be blamed for not staying? Is It the Individual's fault that he finds the weekends boring, or the school's? For Instance, many students complain that the school provides no Interesting activities on the weekends and more Importantly, Farmvllle, to quote one scholar, Is "dead on weekends." These are legitimate complaints: yes, not too many activities are planned on weekends; that Is If you're not Into movies, parties, and sports events. In response to the second point, Farmvllle Is closed on Sunday except for various convenience stores and the like, however, It Is open on Saturday. Besides, htow much shopping do yoij usually do'a't'home' on'Sun day? Another very Important reason to go home on the weekends Is the presence of a "significant other" whom one has left behind. No attempt
will even be made to disprove the logic of this one; however, could not the "significant other" visit Longwood? Such a visit would certainly make the college more Interesting. Furthermore, it is extremely important for one to stay at college as much as possible to avoid homesickness. If a student goes home every weekend to his parents, then he Is not learning one of the most Important lessons he came to college for: to learn how to live on his own and how to manage his time and finances, as well as household skills, such as doing the laundry and (horror!) cleaning the dorm room and dishes. Also, by staying at Longwood on the weekends and becoming Involved In the activities which occur, one develops an affection for his school and the "Longwood Spirit" of community and pride. Furthermore, as this is the Institution's sesquicentennlal year, many exciting activittesy euch as.jhfcBlrthHay Celebration. Oktoberfest." the Renaissance Dinners, Spring Weekend, and numerous others have been planned — and most of them will occur on the weekends. Don't miss out!
The story of Helen Keller, an author, speaker, ambassador of good will, and sponsor of deaf-blind people, will be the first production of the Longwood Players and the Department of Visual and Performing Arts, Speech and Theater Program. "The Miracle Worker" will open on Wednesday. October 5th and close on Saturday, October 8th In Jarman Auditorium with the curtain going up at 8:00 P.M. Helen, who was left blind and deaf at the age of one, becomes wild, stubborn, and totally unmanageable. Her parents hire Annie Sullivan to teach Helen. Months pass and Annie does not succeed. Finally, in desperation she moves Helen away from her Interfering family. After several weeks Helen does become obedient, but her family takes her back Into their world of pity. At the water pump, the "miracle" occurs as Helen starts to understand that objects have names. Helen Is transformed from willful ignorance to willingness to learn. The Keller family has lost a dependent tyrant and gained a girl whose dignity would bring light to the world. On May 18. 1927 Helen
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Alpha Delta Pi Sorority will be doing a service project In conjunction with our Scott paper products promotion. If possible I would like an article put in the Rotunda about it. (Next week, if possible) Please have someone contact me at 392-7338 or leave a name and number at our chapter room. Thank you — Beth Miller. Service Chairman. AAn On Tuesday. October 11, 1988 there will be a program on AIDS in the Red/White/Green Rooms of Lankford Student Union. This program Is open to the public. The Student Health Service and Greek Affairs are cosponsortng this event. Delta Sigma Pi - Is having a car wash Saturday. October 8 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Longwood College Physical Plant. Please bring your dirty cars and support Delta Sigma Pi. the Professional Business Fraternity Thank you! OKTOBERFEST LIP-SINC CONTEST: Tuesday. October
18th at Lancer Cafe...Sponsored by Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity... Join the fun!...Get ready for Fall break...3 Judges will Judge on Llp-Slnc/Appearance...Get a team together and enter! 1st. 2nd and 3rd place prizes!... $5 per team at door... If interested, send name of team to: Mark Rice. Box 1035...
Chamber Music Series 1988-1989 SEASON October 10. 1988 The Richmond Camerata Known for its precise and sensitive performances, this flute, cello, and piano trio will feature George Crumb's Intriguing work. Voice of the Whale." The Longwood Players will present The Miracle Worker on Wednesday. Thursday. Friday, and Saturday evenings. Oct. 5-8. In Jarman Auditorium on the Longwood College campus. Curtain time is 8 p.m. A matinee performance, primarily for students from area schools. Is scheduled for Thursday. Oct. 6. at 10 a.m. and advocate for the blind and deaf. Her life was a unique example of the human capacity to triumph over adversity.
OKTOBERFEST IS COMING Look for the schedule in next week's issue of the Rotunda. Sun. Oct. 9: Kick off Octoberfest with Bruce Hornsby and the Range, 8 p.m. In Lancer Gym. Fri. Oct. 14: Formula 7. 811 p.m. In Lancer Gym. Sun. Oct. 16: Kyle Davis. Folkslnger. 4-7 p.m. •GEIST 1988 thanks SUN for its support In sponsoring these events. Would your club, organization, fraternity, sorority, hall, or friends like to take part in the APOhosted Oktoberfest Fun and Games Events on Stubbs Mall, on Sunday. October
Keller spoke at Longwood College. Dr. Jarman Introduced her to a record-breaking audience. Her visit to Farmvllle was sponsored by the Lions Club. Ms. Stephanie Feyne. LC guest director, comes from New York with a wealth of talent, energy, and expertise In working with deaf people. She is an actress, a director, and a "signer" or Interpreter for the deaf. In addition to her Job as a director. Ms. Feyne has taught classes entitled "Communication With the Deaf' and "Auditions." Playing the role of Annie Sullivan, the miracle worker, Is Junior Amy Roderer. Helen is being portrayed by Alexandria Palamountaln, a local Junior high school student. Rounding out the cast are: Karen Whltery, Scott Koeinsburg, Rick Codding, Becky Tavener. John Devraney, Laura Trala. Missy Mllkr, Patiy Davis. Teresa Kilner, Betsy Loop. Steve Gibbons, IClm Graves. Verne Williamson. Sheri Center and Wendl Dudly. Mark Twain said the two most Interesting people of the nineteenth century were Napoleon and Helen Keller. Helen Keller became deaf and blind at the age of one
due to a mysterious Illness. At that time there were no successfully educated deafblind people In the world. This play details the struggle of those v.'ho loved her to try to protect her from the cruel world versus the determination of her teacher Annie Sullivan {who had been blind herself as a child) who was determined that Helen would not only obey, but think, feel, live and express herself as eloquently as any person of her era. She did. James Gross Is the technical director with Christine Geary serving as stage manager. Other persons working as crew chiefs are Reed Hoofnagle, Glen Gllmer. Norma Jeffer, Laura Trala. Sandra Clayton. Vere Williamson. Amy Copeland. Dee Schools, and James Locke. Mr. Moffatt Evans, assistant professor, is the designer with Mr. William Lynn, auditorium manager, serving as sound coordinator and Jerry Dagenhart. designer of costumes. All Longwood students may attend the play free with their college ID. Faculty and staff may buy tickets for $2.00 at the door.
The Richmond Camerata, a flute, cello, and piano trio will present a concert on Monday, October 10, at 8:00 p.m. in Wygal Recital Hall. Their program will feature George Crumb's "Voice of the Whale for Three Masked Players." The concert Is open to the public without charge. This Is the second concert In this season's Chamber Music Series which is sponsored by the Department of Visual and Performing Arts. 16? Teams must consist of 10 Events will Include tug-ofpeople, but may be all male, war, egg toss, and water balall female or co-ed. Apply by loon war. among other consending the name of your tests. Teams are encouraged group and group leader and a to dress alike. Prizes will be contest box # and phone # to awarded to the group winning Kathleen Walters, c/o APO the most events. Box 1306 by Wednesday. Oct 12. Questions can be directed to 2-7953.
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When I put the Ad in the paper to start a motorcycle club I was wanting to meet The Rotunda Is now ac- other motorcycle riders, talk cepting cartoons, puzzle, and about motorcycles, go riding other Innovative Idea submis- together. I did not have nor sions for their new upcoming do I have any Interest in Sunday Comk:s section. Send starting or Joing a motorcycle them to Box 1133. If you have gang. Therefore I am questions, contact Michelle at withdrawing the idea of a 392-7818. motorcycle club. — Benny The Gyre NEEDS sub- I Nash ANY STUDENTS DESIRING missions of poetry, short sto- TO CHANGE THEIR MEAL ries, artwork, etc. Send them PLAN for Spring Semester to Box 1135. may do so by contacting the To help with general work Housing Office between around the house: Lawn and October 3 October 14. It is painting. Will pay above necessary to do this In person minimum wage work at your as they will be required to convenience. Call M. R. complete an authorization Thompson after 4:30 p.m. form. Housing Office hours: 392-6545. 8:15 a.m.-Noon. 1-5 p.m. LoTo Kim and Sarah — cated on First Floor Tabb. Thanks for the Bruce ticket. THE DEADLINE FOR SUBIt's going to be an awesome MITTING CHANGES IS OCshow. Friends always. Love ya TOBER 14!!! Kim Nelson — Welcome to CONGRATULATIONS. TRI- the family baby Pi! You've Just SIGMAS - on getting the fol- become a part of the greatest lowing awards at the Fall sisterhood in the world. ADPi 1988 Sigma Sigma Sigma Re- is the first and finest and It gional Alumnae-Collegiate means the world to us. We're Conference: The NCC Spot- so happy to have you as our light Award for Improvement little sister. You are in Scholarship end the AWESOME!!! Pi Love — Executive Council Scholastic Andrea and Colleen Achievement Comparative Kristi — Thanks for being Standing Award for 1987-88. an awesome big sister. You're Keep up the hard work! Love the best! Looking forward to - Your Chapter Advisor lots of happy memories and To Suebee — Here's to D. an everlasting friendship. K. and "the dweeb" may we Love, your Little Sis — Cyndi both find happiness. Thanks Dear George - See you at for being such a great the Wesley Foundation on Roomie. Love ya — Suz Wednesday. Oct. 5. at 6:00
p.m. for round two of a great debate. Your opponent Michael. P.S. All Longwood students invited. Heather McBride — You are looking beautiful as always!! Luv — Your ASA admirer There's a little piece of CHI. In the building of knowledge it will hide. Within a book You should look. For this little surprise. The birthday of Longwood is almost here. Up on the even floor. The gift will be hidden near. The title is the name a graduate calls The school from which he came. A song is also named the same. Our l Good Luck! - CHI TRI-SIGMAS - You all are the best! Thank you for taking me into your sisterhood and for all the wonderful gifts! I'm looking forward to our working together this year and learning from each other! With Sigma Love - MaryKaye Aimee — Your an AWESOME big sister, not to mention a great friend!! P. Luv and mine — Donna
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A Visit to the House
By BURNELLA M. GILBERT ISH. Longwood's International Studies House, located on third floor Main Cun ningham. is inhabited by a group of students with a strong interest in internaHELP WANTED tional studies and interna CRUISE SHIPS tional affairs. ISH was Now hiring Men and founded during the summer of Women. 1988 by Luigi Agostino. who Summer & Career Opporalso currently serves as R.A. tunities (will train). Excellent for ISH. and Martha Sellers. Pay plus world travel. Advisors to this organization Hawaii, Bahamas, include Dr. John Reynolds, Caribbean, etc. who is also the director of Longwood's International CALL NOW! Studies Program (ISP). Dr. 206-736-7000 Maria Silveira and programming committee adviExt. 987C sors. Dr. Sue Saunders and Dr. Jim Crowl. HELP WANTED According to Luigi JOBS IN AUSTRALIA Agostino the purpose of this Immediate Opening for Men program is to make Longwood and Women Students more internation$11,000 to $60,000 ally oriented and more aware Construction, Manufacturof different cultures and to ing, Secretarial Work, provide a forum for further Nurses, Engineering, Sales. discussion of international Hundred of jobs listed. matters. Agostino says that he hopes the organization CALL NOW! will help the students of 206-736-7000 Longwood in the area of Ext. 987A "cultural growth and experience." He also hopes that it will make Longwood more competitive with other colleges and universities in the area of international studies. The International Studies House will be sponsoring in tellectual dinners, trips to various embassies in Wash VCRs. "Were trying to get ington. D.C. and trips to his across a message about torical sites in Virginia. working in the dining hall." These trips will be advertised said Johnson, not only with and will be open for partici regard to the Jobs this year pation to all students after being more specific and ISH residents have been ac pleasant (now that much of commodated. ISH plans to have fund raisers in order to the dish clean-up has been help reduce the cost of travel eliminated), but with the soas well as other expenses. cial and monetary opportuSays Dr. Reynolds of the dili nities as well. gent efforts of both Luigi To Inquire about the posiAgostino and Martha Sellers, tions open for workers and student input like that ol duties Involved, please conLuigi and Martha is what is tact Mr. Don Robinson in needed in order for the Inter Blackwell Dining Hall, during national Studies Program to normal meal hours. Monday maintain an international through Friday. focus."
ARA Mondays: Dining Hall Workers Needed By KRISTIN L. HOSIER The "Monday Blues", for some reason, seem to culminate all of life's little woes and present them to the student body on this one. special day of the week. Two things, in particular, can make anyone's bad Monday worse: 1) having spent all of one's money during the previous weekend, and 2) having one's patience tested by a frustrating meal In the dining hall. Recently, a friend of mine (who has chosen to remain anonymous), had such a Monday. Waiting In line for clean trays or a fresh round of food Isn't really so bad In Itself; however, most people's patience has worn thin after not eating for five or six hours, and remember, it's Monday. After waiting almost ten minutes for their food, this person was brought a substitute for their original choice (and reason for having waited). Well, snags will happen, so they opted to make a nice, hearty salad to help compensate, and found no oil at the salad bar for dressing; again, this isn't really a big
problem, unless prepared salad dressing in to one the equivalent of cruciferous homoclde. In this case it was. After returning to the table, the diner in quest thought some nice, hot soup sounded like a good alternative to the items not available, only to find no soup of the day. Calmly, they approached the beverage area, and found no Ice. and no cups to drink from. Once my friend sat down to "eat". I noticed their nostrils begin to flare, and the lobes of their ears tum a little red. and I made the mistake of asking. "What's the matter?" This stirred my curiosity as to why we experience days like this in the dining hall (not all of them Mondays, of course), and I approached Rick Johnson. Longwood's Director of ARA Dining Service on the matter. "We weren't assigned as many (work study) students this year as last year. Students make up over fifty percent of our total staff." responded Johnson. This year the dining halls are operating on approximately two thirds of the
man power as In years past; It has been noted, too. that without the success of the new tray rule, operation would be virtually impossible. Lunch. In particular. Is when more workers are needed for a couple of hours, simply because most students have classes around this time. Longwood's ARA Dining Service, in conjunction with the Financial Aid Office, is looking for ANY students who would like to earn extra money and spend a few hours a week with their fellow students to help fill this void. A person doesn't need to be eligible for financial aid to qualify, and spending money earned can help to ease a case of the "Monday Blues". It's a great way to get to know people as well, and participate in social events, programs. and ARAsponsored activities. Incentive is in abundance with these various events, along with the opportunity to earn "ARA Dollars" for work performed, which can be spent at the end of the year during the ARA Party and Auction on everything from clothing to
GEIST would like to congratulate Its 1988 Klowns and Spirit Leaders: KLOWNS: Shawn Smith. Susan Hanks. Cheryl Cole. Beth Camillo. Brenda Schaefer. Kim Talley. Jennifer Sarver. Cindy Clark. Stacey Thompson. Bob Huffman. Steve Davis. Dana Tomlin. Anne Smith. Susanne Moore.
Tina Coney. Karen Seeker. Sandy Freeby. SPIRIT LEADERS: Gina Clark. Alisa Brizklin. Beth Plecher. Joe Harper. Scott Casper. Pam Puckett. Anne Sirohl. Becca Todd. Mary Francis Hamoner. Debbie Vaughan. Drew Hudson. Pam Carson. Beth Jones. Derek Lilly. Jeff Symanski.
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Parris Blasts Dukakis* Stand on D.C. Statehood (Springneld. VA) - Congressman Stan Parris (R-Virginia) blasted Democratic Presidential candidate Michael Dukakis today for his statement that he would "fight for statehood for the District of Columbia." Dukakis made the statement before a meeting of the Congressional Black Caucus recently. Congressman Parris. the Vice-Chairman of the House District of Columbia Committee has been the leader in the fight against D.C. statehood. "Not only is the current legislation before Congress unconstitutional," said Mr.
Parris. "but its proponents have promised to impose a half billion dollar commuter tax on residents of Virginia and Maryland who commute into the District of Columbia to work." The District government Is currently barred from imposing a commuter tax on Virginia and Maryland residents under legislation establishing home rule for the District of Columbia. According to a constituent survey to Virginia's 8th District residents 90% of those people responding were opposed to D.C. statehood.
The Dukakis statement is a condescending appeal to a
special Interest group despite the proposal's blatant disregard for the Constitution of the United States." Mr. Parris contends that statehood for the District of Columbia requires a Constitutional amendment, since Article 1. Section 3 of the Constitution reserves to Congress the power to exercise exclusive legislation, in all cases whatsoever, over such District as may ". . . become the Seat of Government of the United States . . ." That power is perpetual unless revoked or modified through Constitutional Amendment. The proposal also violates Article IV. Section 3 of the
Constitution; the "equal footing" doctrine by which all states are required to enter the Union; and would require the repeal of the 2 3rd Amendment to the Constitution. "Governor Dukakis has apparently forgotten that the District of Columbia is a Federal City and the capital for over 240 million Americans. In addition, D.C. statehood would make the Lor ton Prison a permanent colony of the new state located entirely in Virginia. Today, there is another escaped murderer wandering around Virginia due to the District's incompe(Continued on page 11)
(Continued from Page 1) principal. Lorenzo Coburn. John B. Tinsley. Benjamin Gould, and George La Monte were also principals of the seminary. La Monte was the last principal of the seminary when its enrollment was 94 students in 1859-1860. On May 24. 1860. the school's charter was amended and the school was renamed as the Farmville Female College. This period and events during the Civil War will be covered next week. This information can be found in the publication This Iron Worker, Autumn 1955.
SPORTS Schonauer Thompson In Top 10 Player Of Week
Longwood freshmen Daphne Sole and Amy Schonauer placed in the top 10 Sunday at the 54-hole James Madison Invitational Tournament. The six-team event was held at the par-73. nesnman goalkeeper 5.898 yard Spotswood CounSteve Thompson notched his try Club Course near Harthird shutout of the season risonburg. Sunday in Longwood's 0-0 tie Sole shot 85-76-77-238 to with NAIA power South Cartie for fourth place and Schonauer carded a 76-78-86- olina Spartanburg. and for 240 to tie for sixth place as his performance. Thompson Longwood shot a 327-330- has been named Longwood 329 986 for fourth place. Host College Player of the Week for James Madison easily took the period September 250cthe title with a 322-312-320 tober 2. Player of the Week is 954 as JMU's Donna Martz chosen by the Longwood was individual winner at 78- sports information office. Thompson recorded eight 76-73-227. saves in Sunday's game. and. Methodist was second at with the support of his team334 323 319-976. Penn State mates, helped Longwood gain third at 328 333-324 985. the tie to remain unbeaten at Longwood fourth. Ap 9-0-1. A 6-0. 175-pounder. he palachlan State fifth at 348 had several saves which pre359 348 1055 and College of vented sure-fire goals for the Charleston sixth at 377-376visiting Rifles. 380-1133. "Steve turned in a great Other Longwood scorers included: Ashley Warren 82- performance." said Lancer 87 79 248 (15th place). Angle coach Rich Poslpanko. "He Monro 84-91-87-262 who has a knack for being in the (tied for 28th) and Sherry right place at the right time." A graduate of Gar-Field Evans 94 89 94-277 (34th). High School. Thompson has Playing as Individuals for Longwood were Beth Plecker been a member of the Virginia 91 89 88-268 (32nd). Kim State Team since 1984 and Poirier 96-93-90-279 (tied for the regional Olympic devel35th) and Laura Lyons 103 opment team since 1985. In football, he earned All-Area, 100 97 300 (40th). All-Region. All State and All Longwood winds up its fall Metropolitan honors as a season at the University of placekicker. Kentucky Lady Kat Invitational October 14 16.
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SPORTS Booters Hold Their Own Longwood's soccer team, ranked seventh In last week's ISAA-Gatorade Division II poll, remained unbeaten Sunday when a sterling defensive effort produced a 0-0 tie with NAIA power USC Spartanburg at First Avenue Field. Now 9-0-1. Longwood got great play from freshman goalkeeper Steve Thompson and the entire team Sunday. The Lancers concentrated on blanking the Rifles and carried out the mission through regulation and two 10-mlnute overtimes. "We had a great effort on everybody's part today," coach Rich Poslpanko told his team after the game. 'We probably stole a tie and we could have stolen a win If a break or two had gone our way. I think you saw today that we can play with anybody in the country when we play tight defense. "Spartanburg was more talented individually," said Posipanko later. "We were Just trying to keep together, contain them and knock In a goal when we had the chance." The Lancers played Inspired team defense, blunting numerous onslaughts by the visitors from South Carolina. Out-shot by the Rifles 8-3. Longwood had several good scoring chances. Midfielder Chris Helmus had a clear shot at a header in the first overtime, but the ball sailed over the goal. Spartanburg's Scott Cherry covered Lancer ace Ray Jones like a blanket. While Sunday's tie marked the first time that Longwood has been shut-out this season, it also marked the first time that Jones has been held without a goal or an assist since the 1987 season ended. The sophomore now has 12 goals and 11 assists for the year. USC-Spartanburg. perhaps the most talented foe on Longwood's 1988 schedule, kept the pressure on the Lancers most of the day. The Rifles. 8-2-2 after Sunday's deadlock, had a 0-0 tie recently with Tampa, the third ranked team In Division II. Spartanburg's losses have come at the hands of Clemson and North Carolina. Longwood next turns Its attention to Eastern Division Virginia Intercollegiate Soccer Association foe Mary Washington, whom the Lancers visit Wednesday for a 3:30 game. Saturday will bring a contest at Eastern Di-
Lady Lancers Bounce Back
Statehood (Continued from page 10) tence at the Lorton Reformatory - perhaps Dukakis doesn't care or would have furloughed him anyway." "Virginia has been victimized by the mismanagement and Incompetence of the District of Columbia government long enough." said the Virginia Congressman. We in Virginia are forced to take their garbage, their prisoners and their sewage sludge. Mr. Dukakis apparently is insensitive to Virginia's concerns or is more worried about D.C.'s three electoral votes than he is about Virginia's twelve." "Mr. Dukakis may be determined to turn Mayor Barry into Governor Barry," said the 8th District Congressman, "but he should not expect Virginia to help him do it this November."
vision member Virginia WesIt was the best of times; It notched 11 saves. She was leyan at 2:00. Longwood was the worst of times for aided by sweeper Carver Ports hosts Hampden-Sydney next Longwood field hockey Sat- who had two defensive saves. Tuesday at 4:00. urday and Sunday. The best Felch and Annet led LongThe Lancers, who ripped of times came In a satisfying wood In the tackvisiting Virginia Military 9-0 4-2 victory over Appalachian les/Interceptions category last Tuesday, also picked up State Sunday. The worst of with ten and eight to their a forfeit victory from Marytimes was LC's 5-1 loss to credit. mount. Longwood picked up 17th-ranked Duke Saturday. Finnle named Felch. the 1-0 win when Marymount After the weekend action. Brown. Goetz. and Dougherty coach Robert Van Hauser inLongwood's record stands at Players of the Game, comformed Posipanko that the 1-4. The Lady Lancers take menting. "Beanie and Diane Saints would not be making the field twice this week: gave their whole heart to each the trip to Farmville SaturWednesday against Loyola, game. The floodgates have fiday. and Friday versus nally opened for Laura; she Longwood owned VMI from Georgetown. Both contests has scored three goals In two start to finish In Tuesday's begin at 4:00 on Barlow Field. games. Maria had a fine day contest. Up 4-0 at halftlme, "We finally got the monkey out there today." the Lancers got two goals off our backs," said coach Sue Longwood's youth showed from Nils McCarty In the first Flnnle after the victory over against Duke. The Lady half and two from Kirk ASU. Lancers were outscored 5-1 in Rhlnehart In the second half. Laura Goetz scored first for the first half. In the second. Jones had a goal and two the Lady Lancers at 6:50 left LC settled down and held the assists. Also scoring for In the first half from a Diane 17th-ranked Blue Devils to a Longwood were Helmus, Bill Brown feed. Goetz scored scoreless tie behind freshman Moore, Kenny Llm and Rich again at the 21-second mark, goalie Dougherty, who saw Venere. with Liz Annet notching the her first collegiate action in Urn's goal was perhaps the assist. Annet opened second- the second half. most unusual. The Junior got half scoring from a Beanie Goetz scored from her own The Lancer riding team credit for the score when a Felch assist with 17:07 left. rebound with 3:21 left In the VMI booter mistakenly kicked Felch and Annet teamed up first half. Felch and Judith opened Its season September the ball Into his own goal. In again at the 6:04 mark with a Barnett led the Lady Lancers 24 at William and Mary, finan effort to boot the ball Felch goal and an Annet as- In tackles/Interceptions with ishing eighth overall. The young squad Is expecting to away. sist. 13. Celeste Lloyd and Hollle do well this year. The overall Freshman goalkeeper "We played together, and Phelps both had eight tackChuck Loughry notched the we looked good." Flnnle said. les/Interceptions. Player of outlook for the next few seashutout and came up with "We were getting the loose the Game honors went to sons looks very promising for several nice saves, but the balls, and that usually means Dougherty, who held Duke the Lancer riders as well. The Lancer riders were exKeydets weren't able to mount victory." scoreless after coming In for pecting a good showing In Longwood outshout ASU second-half action. much of an attack for most their competition at Goucher Goalie Maria the day. VMI dropped to 2-5-1 26-20. College in Towson. Maryland Dougherty. In her first start. for the year. last Sunday. The riders are once again being led by coach Mary <$> Whltlock, now In her tenth year at Longwood. Returning Lancers are Jennifer Smith, last season's Most Valuable By RICHIE JONES Nelson commented. "Jeff and Player. Scott Flood. Kandl The Longwood men's golf Scott also played pretty well. Klotz, Sharon Kaurmann. team shot a 324-321-645 to "Darrell was even par going Shelley Malone. Kathy Sykes. finish In a tie for sixth place Into the last five holes of the Katherlne Smith, and George at the Hampton Invitational second round, but he went Schufe. Golf Tournament last Mon- four over the rest of the way. The Lancers add eight day and Tuesday at Deer Run He had a super round going newcomers to the 1988-89 Municipal golf course In until then." squad. The new Lancer riders Newport News. The Lancers will be in ac- are Ashley Smith. Carey Seltz. Eleven teams vied for the tion again Monday and Tues- ■ Crystal Mitchell. Julie Miller. title with Christopher New- day (October 3-4) when they Stephanie Handley. Susan port coming away with the travel to Buies Creek. N.C. for Conrad. Mary Shlgo. and victory. The Captains shot a the Campbell University Holly Wagner. 304-311-615 to defeat second Tournament. At William and Mary, the PREGNANCY TEST place Newport News ApprenHampton Invitational ribbon winners were Seitz, tice by twelve strokes. The Team scores: Christopher- Jennifer Smith (3rd. Open All services confidential. Same medalist was David Granham Newport 304-311-615. New- Flat and 4th. Open Jumping). day results. of Newport News Apprentice port News Apprentice 316- Sykes (4th. Novice Flat), ConS0UTHSIDE PREGNANCY who shot 76-75-151. 311-627. South Carolina rad (4th. Intermediate JumpLongwood's top finisher State 317-315-632. Chowan ing). Mitchell (4th. Novice CENTER was Darrell Nichols who shot 308-325-633. Virginia Wes- Jumping and 6th, Novice 116 N. MAIN STREET 83-76-159. Jeff Smiley shot leyan 327-321-638. Longwood Flat). Malone (5th, Novice Above the Town Of Farmville 82-80-162. Scott Wiseman 84- 324-321-645. LenoirC.C. 321- Flat). Miller (5th. Intermediate Treasurer's Office. 78-162. Hank Kim 79-88-167. 324-645. St. Augustine's 325 Flat and 6th. Intermediate 24 HOUR HOT LINE Robbie Hare 82-85-167 and 321-646. Randolph-Macon Jumping). Ashley Smith (5th. Jason Taylor 94-95-189. 392-8483 327-325-652. Hampton 338- Advanced Walk-Trot-Canter). "Darrell played very well 345-683. Tennessee State Shultz (6th. Intermediate • OFFICE HOURS* for us. and Hank's first day 79 Flat). Klotz (6th. Novice 343-346-689. TUES./THURS. 2-6 PM Jumping), and Katherlne was his best ever round In SAT. 9 AM 1 PM Smith (6th. Advanced Walktournament play at Longwood." Lancer coach Steve Trot-Canter).
Riding Team Returns
Men's Golf Ties For Sixth Place
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